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Edward Hanks Obituary
Bethalto - Edward O. Hanks, 81, of Meadowbrook, passed away on Monday, March 20, 2023, peacefully in his sleep after battling some health issues.
He was born on January 1, 1942 in Alton, IL. He married Vicki Yates on July 28, 1991 in Las Vegas, NV. She survives.
Edward was a veteran of the United States Army and a member of the American Legion.
He is survived by his son Jason (Trish) Hanks of South Roxana, IL; two stepsons Shane Aljets of Bethalto and Kale Aljets; and 3 grandchildren, Brandon, Brent, and Brianna.
Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister.
Elias, Kallal & Schaaf Funeral Home is in charge of cremation rites.
Online condolences and guest book may be found at www.eliaskallalandschaaf.com
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Betty Parsons Winecoff
July 5, 2023
We grew up together on Lincoln St. There was about 10 of us that played together on that street & went to CMHS. A lot of memories of the Hanks family & Eddie. Sincere sympathy to his current family.
Kale Aljets
March 31, 2023
I never forget the time we would go to the driveing range and you taught me how to swing a driver I'll miss you Ed you may been a Lil humdrum but all in all you was a good step dad I'll miss you
Love
Kale Aljets
Joan Gresham
March 24, 2023
Our deepest sympathy to Eddie's family members.
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