Nadine Emma Risley

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Nadine Emma Risley of Breese, Illinois, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Nadine left this world on March 6, 2026 at the age of 80, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

Though her name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Nadine leaves upon the hearts of her loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of her spirit and the richness of her legacy.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Elmer Wilde and Hilda Wilde (Gurtherz); and her sister Marlene Katchur (Wilde). She is survived by: her husband Randall "Randy" Risley; her daughter Catherine Risley-Gass; her son-in-law Brian Gass; her grandson Dansby (Gass); and her nephew Nick Katchur.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 28th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Vantrease-Pyle Funeral Home of Zeigler (101 S Wilcox Ave, Zeigler, IL 62999). A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, March 31st 2026 at the Mt. Evergreen Cemetery (325 N Polk St, Millstadt, IL 62260).

Memorial contributions may be to Elverado Education Foundation or to the Millstadt American Legion Auxiliary Post #581.