Norbert “Nip” J. Fausz, 86, of Red Bud, died Feb. 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 and 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.

Nip’s wishes were to have a celebration of his life this summer at a St. Louis Cardinal’s game.

As an expression of sympathy, the family prefers memorial contributions be made to Family Hospice of Belleville.