Madeline "Maddie" Ann Best, 16, of O'Fallon, Ill., died Friday, Oct. 20, 2023, as a result of a tragic auto accident. She was born Feb. 6, 2007, in Belleville, the daughter of Kory and Tammy (Rodenmayer) Best of O'Fallon.

Maddie was a junior at O'Fallon Township High School, where she was a vital part of the student body. Maddie loved serving on the Student Council, where she had the opportunity to contribute to the school spirit and embrace the fun that high school life can offer. She recently had a great week celebrating Homecoming with her friends. She was a former member of the OTHS Band a...