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Staunton Today
By the People, for the People
Melvin C. Sievers, 90, Longtime Staunton Farmer, Dies
Sievers was a lifelong farmer and active member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Hamel.
Published on Feb. 10, 2026
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Melvin C. Sievers, a 90-year-old lifelong farmer from Staunton, Illinois, passed away on February 6, 2026 at Anderson Hospital in Maryville. Sievers was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Hamel and served in the U.S. Army Reserves from 1957 to 1963. He is survived by his wife, Lucille, one daughter, one son, four grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren.
Why it matters
Sievers' passing marks the end of an era for the Staunton farming community, where he spent his entire life working the family farm. His involvement in the local Lutheran church and community activities also highlight the importance of faith and civic engagement in the region.
The details
Melvin C. Sievers was a lifelong, self-employed farmer who spent over 50 years working on the family farm in Olive Township, Madison County. He thoroughly enjoyed raising cattle and playing dartball. Sievers was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Hamel and served in the U.S. Army Reserves from 1957 to 1963.
- Melvin C. Sievers passed away on Friday, February 6, 2026.
- Visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Williamson Funeral Home in Staunton.
- Funeral services will be held on Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 10 a.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Hamel.
The players
Melvin C. Sievers
A 90-year-old lifelong farmer from Staunton, Illinois who was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Hamel and served in the U.S. Army Reserves from 1957 to 1963.
Lucille E. Sievers
Melvin C. Sievers' wife.
Janice McCalla
Melvin C. Sievers' daughter.
Dean Sievers
Melvin C. Sievers' son.
St. Paul Lutheran Church
The church in Hamel, Illinois where Melvin C. Sievers was a member.
The takeaway
Melvin C. Sievers' life exemplified the values of hard work, faith, and community that have long defined the Staunton farming region. His passing marks the end of an era, but his legacy will continue through his family and the church he faithfully served.
