The Southern Illinois University Edwardsville community today is mourning the death of undergraduate student Paul Maynerich, who passed away Tuesday in an automobile accident.
A native of Virden, the 19-year-old Maynerich was about to enter his sophomore year in the School of Education.
Counseling services are available to students by calling 650-5666 or visiting the Counseling Health Services Office in the Student Success Center lower level adjacent to the Morris University Center.
Prayer service will be at 2:45 p.m. today at Sacred Heart Church in Virden followed by visitation from 3 to 8 p.m. at the church. There will be a one hour visitation prior to the 11 a.m. funeral Mass on Saturday Aug. 17, at St. Joseph The Worker Church in Chatham.
For a complete obit, visit Calvert and Ferry Funeral Homes.