Portrait of Robert L. Bauer

Robert L. Bauer

Brownstown, Illinois

Robert Bauer, 83, of Altamont, died at 1:00 a.m., Thursday, February 12, 2026 at Lakeland Rehabilitation and Health Care Center, Effingham.Funeral arrangements are pending at Gieseking Funeral Home, Altamont.Online condolences may be expressed at www.giesekingfh.com

Portrait of Donald Steven Genn

Donald Steven Genn

Brownstown, Illinois

Donald ‘Steve’ Genn, 79, of rural Alma, died at 4:54 p.m., Monday, February 9, 2026 at his home.According to Steve's wishes there will be no services. Memorials may be given to the donor’s choice. Gieseking Funeral Home, Altamont is assisting the family with arrangements.Donald Steven Genn was born on Tuesday, February 4, 1947 in Turlock, CA to Donald and Frances (Willig) Genn. He married Margaret J. Leininger on February 14, 1976 and she preceded him in death on May 24, 2025. He was retired from Statewide Tire, Vandalia. Steve was a simple man. You could most often find him in his chair watching TV, whether it be a sporting event, a western or NCIS. He loved to sit around the fire visiting with friends drinking beer or a homemade beverage. You were always welcome at Steve’s place as he knew no strangers. He might have talked your ear off before…

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