Riggin-Pillatsch & Burke Funeral Home

03/08/2026

Today we celebrate the strength, compassion, and dedication of women everywhere on International Women's Day.

At RPBFH, we are grateful for the incredible women who serve families, support our community, and bring comfort during life’s most difficult moments. Their care, professionalism, and heart make a difference every single day.

We also honor the mothers, daughters, sisters, grandmothers, and friends whose love and guidance shape the lives of those around them.

Today and every day, we celebrate the women who uplift our families and our community. 💜

03/07/2026

Next Saturday get out to support the Carterville American Legion🇺🇸

03/07/2026

In loving memory of Sue Barwick, 1935~2026.

We invite you to leave messages of condolence and check service details by clicking on the obituary link: https://www11.funeralwebhost.com/rgp/obituary/Sue-Barwick

03/05/2026

Another little behind-the-scenes fun fact 🤍

At Riggin-Pillatsch & Burke Funeral Home, we’re constantly taking meetings, attending trainings, and exploring new ideas — all with one goal in mind: to continue improving the services and options we offer the families who trust us.

Growth never stops when it comes to serving our community

03/05/2026

Way to go LIONS! 🦁

Congrats on this 🏀 win!

03/04/2026

In loving memory of Janice Spain, 1949 - 2026.

We invite you to leave messages of condolence and check service details by clicking on the obituary link: https://www11.funeralwebhost.com/rgp/obituary/Janice-Spain

03/04/2026

Support this local fish fry if you can!

03/01/2026

Pre-planning is making sure your family doesn't have to guess what you would have wanted.

It's taking the time to make important decisions calmly instead of during tears later.

Funerals happen whether you have planned for them or not, but planning ahead protects what matters-the people you love most.

It brings clarity, comfort, and control.

Please call us today at 618-985-2131 or email us at rpbfh1@gmail.com to get the conversation started.

02/28/2026

We were honored to attend the Carterville Chamber Annual Awards Dinner and celebrate another incredible evening recognizing those who make our community shine. ✨

A special moment for us was seeing our own Junior Burke, 2024 recipient of the Frank Samuel Award, return to the stage to present this year’s award to Anne West Lindsey District Library!

Congratulations to the library on this well-deserved recognition, and congratulations to all of this year’s award winners! We are proud to be part of a Chamber and community that values service, leadership, and dedication. 🖤

02/26/2026

RPBFH salutes the January AND February students of the month:

CHS Freshman, Isaac Dixon for January
CHS Junior, Mikayla Oetjen for February

Both recognized by Mr. Gunter, their nominating teacher!

Congratulations to both Isaac and Mikayla and keep up the hard work! 🥳

02/25/2026

In loving memory of Ernest Ray Burgess, 1966~2026.

We invite you to leave messages of condolence and to check service details by clicking on the link: https://www11.funeralwebhost.com/rgp/obituary/Ernest-Burgess

02/25/2026

We are glad to sponsor Carterville Chamber of Commerce events like this!

✨ Sponsor Spotlight – Setting the Scene ✨

Behind every unforgettable evening is someone who helps create the atmosphere — and we are so grateful to our Setting the Scene Sponsor: Riggin-Pillatsch & Burke Funeral Home for doing just that at our Annual Dinner.

Your support helped transform the space and create the perfect backdrop for a night of celebration. Thank you for helping us set the stage for such a special event! 🎉