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Matthew Everett Billingsley

Case from Salem, IL dated May 02, 2026

Victim Details

Matthew Everett Billingsley

Male

White / Caucasian

Salem

IL

2026-05-02

25

Matthew

Everett Billingsley

06/21/2026

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On May 2, 2026, Matthew Everett Billingsley, a 25-year-old man from Salem, Illinois, passed away at St. Louis University Hospital. He was born in Mattoon, Illinois, on November 1, 2000, to Kevin and Jennifer Billingsley. Known as Matt to his friends and family, he was described as an "all boy" who enjoyed being outdoors, playing with cars, and hunting. After graduating from Full Armor Christian Academy in 2018, he joined the United States Army, following in the footsteps of three generations bef ...
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