The Giving Plate

06/18/2026

The effects of the storm will be around for awhile and when we are operational again we will be here to help. Until then our prayers are with you. 🙏

06/12/2026

Our Tiffany Dunaway & Heather were great friends. I know Tiffany has welcomed her friend to heaven with open arms. We ask that you please keep the Davis family in your prayers during this difficult time.

Please keep the Davis family in your thoughts and prayers at this time.

Heather Davis, 45, of Altamont, died at 4:34 p.m., Thursday, June 11, 2026 at her home.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 11:00 am at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Altamont with Rev. Scott Niermann officiating. Burial will follow at Immanuel Lutheran Church Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 4-7 p.m. Monday, June 15 at the Altamont Lutheran Interparish School, where the family asks for everyone to come in Fear Nothing, Altamont Indian, ALIS or anything blue. Visitation will be for one hour prior to service time at the church on Tuesday. Memorials may be made to Fear Nothing, Whoo Hoo Sisterhood or the donor’s choice. Gieseking Funeral Home, Altamont is assisting the family with arrangements.

Heather Michelle Davis was born on Friday, February 20, 1981 in Effingham to Michael K. Hodge and Tara M. (Goodwin) Funneman. She graduated from Dieterich High School and married Michael A. Davis on August 2, 2008 on a beach in Destin, FL. She ran an in-home daycare until being diagnosed & shortly after was warmly welcomed at ALIS School as their lunch lady. She was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church.

Heather’s smile and personality brightened the world and she didn’t know a stranger. Throughout her cancer battle she inspired many and through her Caringbridge website advocated for others to get their cancer screenings. She could usually be found at a baseball diamond or a basketball court where she was cheering on her boys who brought her the most joy.

In addition to her husband of over 17 years, she is survived by; her sons, Kaden, Kale, Keaton, Kyson Davis all of Altamont; mother, Tara (Todd) Funneman of Teutopolis; father, Michael (Vicki) Hodge of Effingham; brother, Josh (Shelby) Funneman of Teutopolis; sisters, Jill (Kevin) Koester of Altamont, Kristen Hodge of Casey and Courtney (Kurt) Matthews of Effingham, grandparents, Bette Anne Baker of Effingham, Kathy Goodwin of Plainfield, IN, Jimmie Elliott of Keyesport, Bill and Donna Pike of Dallas, TX, In-laws, Linda (Stoney) Keith, Joyce (Jim) Wilson, David (Lisa) Davis, Brenda Hull, Mark (Laura) Davis and Tony Davis along with many nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends

Heather was greeted in Heaven by her grandparents, Mary Elliott, Rex Goodwin, Loretta (Babe) and Ralph Funneman, Len and Micheal Norton, and Mother-In-Law Betty Davis

Over her cancer journey Heather was blessed to have many good doctors and nurses. We would like to thank Dr. Dy’s team and Dr. Tan’s team at Siteman South, and HSHS Hospice for their kindness and care.

All those that surrounded Heather with support and prayers will always hold a special place in our hearts.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.giesekingfh.com.

06/08/2026

One of our driving positions has opened up for our Meals on Wheels program. This is such a great opportunity for someone looking for part time work. Please reach out to Al with any questions you may have. We are looking to fill this position ASAP.
618-780-2901

06/08/2026

There’s still time to place your order for our Wednesday pickup. 🎉

https://thegivingplatemeals.com/

06/04/2026

Our NEW menu is out for Effingham pickup on Wednesday 6/10 from 4-6pm. These freezer meals are perfect for those busy nights.

✅ Loaded Chicken Bacon Ranch Potato Casserole
✅ Cheesy Fiesta Taco Bake
✅ Chili Cheese Dip
✅ Pop Up Meals
Order on our website! 💻📱

https://thegivingplatemeals.com

05/28/2026

Our NEW menu is out for Effingham pickup on Wednesday 6/3 from 4-6pm. These freezer meals are perfect for those busy nights at the ballpark.

✅ Jalapeno Popper Chicken Casserole
✅ Beef Stroganoff
✅ Tortellini Bake
✅ Pop Up Meals
Order on our website! 💻📱

https://thegivingplatemeals.com

05/25/2026

We finished the week with a few more grazing tables and some trays. We have been creating these tables for over 2 years now and it still surprises me how they can all look different each time. Have a special event coming up? Message us to check availability for one of our unique grazing tables or charcuterie trays.

05/21/2026

Our NEW menu is out for Effingham pickup on Wednesday 5/27 from 4-6pm. These freezer meals are perfect for those busy nights at the ballpark.

✅ Freezer Beef Burritos
✅ Chicken Parmesan Casserole
✅ Ham & Potato Bake
✅ Pop Up Meals
Order on our website! 💻📱

https://thegivingplatemeals.com

05/20/2026

4 events in 4 days makes for some busy moments but we enjoyed making each one of these grazing tables. 2 more events to finish the week along with some charcuterie boards for pickup. Needing a grazing table for this summer? Message us to check our availability. 😊

05/19/2026

Deb’s Catering has extra ham & beans along with cornbread. We will be offering quarts along with the cornbread this Wednesday at our Effingham pickup from 4-6pm. Cash only please.
2 quarts plus 4 pieces of cornbread for $15! That’s a great deal. We will post here if we sell out Wednesday