Norbert "Nip" Fausz's Obituary
Norbert “Nip” J. Fausz, 86 years of Red Bud, IL, passed away on February 5, 2026 surrounded by family.
Nip was a devoted husband of 57 years to Barb. He loved to play horseshoes and watch the St. Louis Cardinals.
He is survived by his grandson Clinton (Jennifer) Guebert, grandchildren Lauren (London) Schefft, Brynn Klein, Gabriella Guebert, Brother-in-Law John (Ella) Hemmer, Sister-in-law Lenora (Tim Tatam) Kirchhoefer, nieces, and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his wife Barbara Fausz, daughter Sherry Guebert, father and mother George (Irene) Fausz, and brother Raymond Fausz.
As an expression of sympathy, the family prefers memorial contributions be made to Family Hospice of Belleville, IL.
Nip’s wishes were to have a celebration of his life this summer at a St. Louis Cardinal’s game.
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