Alex Bilyeu, 20, of Springfield, formerly of St. Louis, MO, died at 8:39 p.m. on Sunday, November 5, 2006 in Springfield. Alex was born on October 17, 1986 in Springfield, the son of Dale E. Bilyeu and Lori Ann Skufca. He attended Ursuline Academy in Springfield and graduated from Bishop DuBourg High School in St. Louis, MO in 2005. He then attended St. Louis Community College – Meramec & Forest Park Campuses. Alex was employed for two years at the St. Louis Zoo. Many things brought happiness to his life including music, fishing, football, theatre and video games. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Charlie Bilyeu; grandmother, Lois Bilyeu and great-grandmother, Bertha Skufca. Alex is survived by his mother, Lori Skufca of Springfield; his father, Dale Bilyeu (wife, Lynn Maupin) of St. Louis, MO; two sisters: Amy Bilyeu of St. Louis, MO and Ariel Bilyeu of Springfield; grandparents: James and Carole Skufca of Springfield; several aunts, uncles and cousins. The family welcomes friends to visit from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Friday, November 10, 2006 at Kirlin-Egan and Butler Funeral Home, 900 S. 6th St. Springfield. Cremation accorded by Cremation Tribute Center. Memorial Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at Kirlin-Egan and Butler Funeral Home with Rev. Jim Krings officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Westlake Crisis Center, C/O Mental Health Centers of Central Illinois, 710 N. 8th St, Springfield, IL 62702. The family of Alex Bilyeu is being served by Kirlin-Egan and Butler Funeral Home, 900 S. 6th St., Springfield.
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