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Before it became a sprawling 12,000-square-foot estate, the Cheney Mansion in Jerseyville, Illinois, began as the humble Red House in 1827. Built as the area’s first frame house, it stood with just two rooms upstairs and two rooms downstairs. Yet even in its early days, the property became more than just a family home. It served as a stagecoach stop for weary travelers, a lively tavern, a doctor’s office, and even a bank. Most remarkably, its cistern is believed to have hidden enslaved people seeking freedom along the Underground Railroad—adding a powerful layer of human history to its walls.

Over the decades, the Red House grew into the Cheney Mansion, a place of grandeur and prominence in Jerseyville. Thanks to the tireless efforts of local volunteers, it remains in remarkable condition today. But some believe that its well-preserved beauty is only part of the story. Many say the spirits of former residents and visitors never left. Among them is P.D. Cheney himself, whose presence is often felt within the mansion’s historic halls. Reports of unexplained sounds, mysterious figures, and an undeniable energy have convinced many that the mansion is still very much alive with ghostly activity.

From stagecoach guests who never checked out to long-past owners still keeping watch, the Cheney Mansion is a site where history and the paranormal intertwine.

Today on The Grave Talks, we sit down with Roger Scheffel to explore the incredible history and chilling hauntings of this Illinois landmark.

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Some hauntings never stay behind. They don’t belong to a single house, a single street, or even a single family. They follow. They spread. They claim what they want, and sometimes the only thing left behind is ash.

The first house seemed ordinary enough, until a second attic was discovered—hidden, sealed, as if waiting to be opened. Soon after, the sightings began. A tall, gaunt man in outdated clothing walked the halls with deliberate steps, never acknowledging the living, never fading when seen. Friends spotted him in windows. They saw him walking up porches blocks away. He wasn’t tied to walls—he was tied to them.

When the family moved to West 4th Street, the figure followed. The upstairs hallway was a gauntlet of dread. Boots stomped overhead where no floor existed. A photo frame drifted across a room. A baby pointed to an empty staircase and whispered “Mamaw”—naming the grandmother she had never met. And the violence didn’t stop there. Voices whispered, doors locked themselves, bushes grabbed at clothes, and even a turtle-shaped candy dish snapped open as if alive.

And then, one by one, the neighborhood burned. Houses, factories, entire blocks reduced to ash. Finally, the house itself caught fire and collapsed. But the haunting didn’t end. Because sometimes fire doesn’t cleanse—it only frees what was already there.

This is the true haunting of East 2nd and West 4th Street. And the tall man? He’s still walking.

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In 1929, the Egyptian Theatre in DeKalb, Illinois, opened its doors just as the Great Depression began. Built in the style of ancient Egypt, it became one of over 100 theaters inspired by the discovery of King Tut’s tomb. For nearly a century, it has been a community landmark, hosting vaudeville shows, films, concerts, and events. But beneath the glamour and golden décor lies another story—one steeped in the paranormal.

The Egyptian Theatre is said to be home to at least six distinct spirits. Witnesses report encounters with a woman in green, a loyal supporter named Irv who refuses to leave, and even the presence of a young girl whose laughter still echoes long after shows end. These phantoms seem tied to both the vaudeville era and modern times, suggesting the building is alive with history that refuses to rest.

In this episode of The Grave Talks, we sit down with marketing and communications director Jeanine Holcomb to explore the haunted legacy of the Egyptian Theatre, its ghosts, and the stories that keep audiences coming back for more than just the shows. This is Part Two of our conversation.

#EgyptianTheatre #HauntedTheatre #GhostStories #TheGraveTalks #HauntedIllinois #ParanormalHistory #LadyInGreen #HauntedPlaces #VaudevilleGhosts #HauntedEgyptian

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This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE!

In 1929, the Egyptian Theatre in DeKalb, Illinois, opened its doors just as the Great Depression began. Built in the style of ancient Egypt, it became one of over 100 theaters inspired by the discovery of King Tut’s tomb. For nearly a century, it has been a community landmark, hosting vaudeville shows, films, concerts, and events. But beneath the glamour and golden décor lies another story—one steeped in the paranormal.

The Egyptian Theatre is said to be home to at least six distinct spirits. Witnesses report encounters with a woman in green, a loyal supporter named Irv who refuses to leave, and even the presence of a young girl whose laughter still echoes long after shows end. These phantoms seem tied to both the vaudeville era and modern times, suggesting the building is alive with history that refuses to rest.

In this episode of The Grave Talks, we sit down with marketing and communications director Jeanine Holcomb to explore the haunted legacy of the Egyptian Theatre, its ghosts, and the stories that keep audiences coming back for more than just the shows.

#EgyptianTheatre #HauntedTheatre #GhostStories #TheGraveTalks #HauntedIllinois #ParanormalHistory #LadyInGreen #HauntedPlaces #VaudevilleGhosts #HauntedEgyptian

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What happens when a haunting isn’t just eerie—but violent?

As a child, Jeff Konkel and his family endured two months in a house that seemed alive with rage. Objects didn’t just move—they were weaponized. Bee-bees shot through the air with the force of a rifle. Kitchen knives buried themselves deep into solid oak cabinets. And at night, a grown man was yanked off his bed by an unseen force.

This wasn’t imagination. It was an assault from something beyond. And it left Jeff with more than just terrifying memories—it left him with a lifelong mission to seek answers. Why are we surrounded by forces we cannot see? What drives some spirits to lash out violently while others linger quietly in the shadows?

In this episode of The Grave Talks, Jeff Konkel shares his story of survival, trauma, and discovery. This is more than a ghost story—it’s the tale of a haunting that changed everything. This is Part Two of our conversation.

#HauntedHouse #ParanormalTrauma #TheGraveTalks #GhostStories #ViolentHaunting #JeffKonkel #RealGhostStories #UnseenForces #HauntedPlaces #Poltergeist

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Our final segment brings together two emotional and unforgettable ghost stories.

First, a caller from Massachusetts describes house-sitting in a property once used as a veterinary crematory. Locals long whispered of “Evelyn,” the vet’s wife, who lingered in the halls. The caller and a friend both saw her: a pale woman in a white dress with a porcelain-like face standing silently in a doorway. Upstairs, footsteps echoed when no one was there.

The second story shifts from eerie to profound. After his grandfather’s passing, the caller dreamed of attending the funeral service. But instead of an urn, his grandfather stood in full sailor’s uniform. Outside the chapel, rows of fallen soldiers appeared, saluting as they welcomed him to the other side. It was a breathtaking visitation dream — one that left the caller deeply comforted.

Tony, Carol, and Todd discuss the weight of visitation dreams, compare them to more humorous ones (like grandpa showing up at Golden Corral), and reflect on how our loved ones might reach out after death. This segment balances chills with heart, reminding us why we tell these stories in the first place.

Do you think visitation dreams are messages from the beyond? Or simply our minds making peace with grief? Comment with your take.

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What happens when a haunting isn’t just eerie—but violent?

As a child, Jeff Konkel and his family endured two months in a house that seemed alive with rage. Objects didn’t just move—they were weaponized. Bee-bees shot through the air with the force of a rifle. Kitchen knives buried themselves deep into solid oak cabinets. And at night, a grown man was yanked off his bed by an unseen force.

This wasn’t imagination. It was an assault from something beyond. And it left Jeff with more than just terrifying memories—it left him with a lifelong mission to seek answers. Why are we surrounded by forces we cannot see? What drives some spirits to lash out violently while others linger quietly in the shadows?

In this episode of The Grave Talks, Jeff Konkel shares his story of survival, trauma, and discovery. This is more than a ghost story—it’s the tale of a haunting that changed everything.

#HauntedHouse #ParanormalTrauma #TheGraveTalks #GhostStories #ViolentHaunting #JeffKonkel #RealGhostStories #UnseenForces #HauntedPlaces #Poltergeist

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Some hauntings don’t just linger in a single home. They bleed into entire neighborhoods, marking every street, every shadow, and every child unlucky enough to live there. This is the true story of “Mommy Ego,” a spirit that terrorized one Austin neighborhood—and left scars that never faded.

It began with whispers. A cousin named Mike claimed a woman followed him everywhere, a figure he called Mommy Ego. At first, it sounded like a child’s invention—until the house proved otherwise. One afternoon, as the TV asked cheerfully, “Would you like a refreshing glass of water?”, every faucet in the house burst to life at once. Water gushed, cupboards slammed, dishes rattled. Then came the snakes—dozens writhing at the bathroom window, as if trying to force their way in.

But the nightmare escalated during a sleepover. Scratching started on the bedroom door. Then a woman’s distorted lullaby crept through the dark. Soon, cabinets banged, lights flickered, dishes shattered, and the entire house convulsed. The dog cowered under the bed. Finally, the bedroom door slammed open so violently it punched a hole in the wall. And then… silence.

Because this haunting wasn’t about a house. It was about possession. About claiming. About ensuring you never forget her. And once you hear her lullaby, you’ll understand: Mommy Ego never lets go.

#MommyEgo #HauntedHouse #TrueGhostStory #AustinHaunting #RealHaunting #ParanormalEncounters #GhostStories #CreepyTrueStories #Supernatural #ParanormalActivity #ScaryStory #TrueParanormal

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When science meets the supernatural, what do you get? Phantom Detectives — a paranormal investigation team founded in 2020 by Joshua Chaires in Wilmington, Delaware. Using advanced technology, psychic insight, and a commitment to truth, this team is breaking boundaries in the world of ghost hunting.

From private homes to iconic locations like The Betsy Ross House, Summerwind Mansion, and Selma Mansion, the Phantom Detectives are on a mission to uncover what’s really happening behind the hauntings. Their goal? To bring professionalism, clarity, and compassion to cases that leave others terrified — and to reduce the fear of the unknown by showing the evidence for what it truly is.

In this episode of The Grave Talks, Tony sits down with founder Joshua Chaires, psychic medium and case manager Melissa Ferrazzano, and lead investigator/tech manager Rick Warner to hear their journey, their methods, and the chilling cases that continue to define their work. This is Part Two of our conversation.

#PhantomDetectives #ParanormalInvestigation #HauntedHistory #GhostStories #TheGraveTalks #BetsyRossHouse #SummerwindMansion #SelmaMansion #HauntedPlaces #GhostHunters

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This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE!

When science meets the supernatural, what do you get? Phantom Detectives — a paranormal investigation team founded in 2020 by Joshua Chaires in Wilmington, Delaware. Using advanced technology, psychic insight, and a commitment to truth, this team is breaking boundaries in the world of ghost hunting.

From private homes to iconic locations like The Betsy Ross House, Summerwind Mansion, and Selma Mansion, the Phantom Detectives are on a mission to uncover what’s really happening behind the hauntings. Their goal? To bring professionalism, clarity, and compassion to cases that leave others terrified — and to reduce the fear of the unknown by showing the evidence for what it truly is.

In this episode of The Grave Talks, Tony sits down with founder Joshua Chaires, psychic medium and case manager Melissa Ferrazzano, and lead investigator/tech manager Rick Warner to hear their journey, their methods, and the chilling cases that continue to define their work.

#PhantomDetectives #ParanormalInvestigation #HauntedHistory #GhostStories #TheGraveTalks #BetsyRossHouse #SummerwindMansion #SelmaMansion #HauntedPlaces #GhostHunters

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