Obituaries
Local Obituaries in Bonne Terre, Desloge, Farmington, Park Hills, Leadwood, and Surrounding Areas in Missouri
Bryan Dale Haus
May 12, 2026
Bryan Dale Haus, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully at home on May 12, 2026, at the age of 85. He was born on March 8, 1941, in Goodland, MO, to the late Albert and Ruby (Gallahar) Haus. He spent his life dedicated to family, service, and his passion for mechanics and vintage automobiles.
In addition to his...
Randy Joe Grojean
May 11, 2026
Randall Joseph Grojean Jr., beloved son, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 11, 2026, at the age of 56. Born on October 31, 1969, in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, Randall was a lifelong resident of Chaffee, Missouri. He dedicated his life to the construction industry, working for Drury and building gravel trailers for Manac in Oran, as well as...
Barbara Sue Baker
May 9, 2026
Barbara Sue Baker, of Bonne Terre, MO, passed away on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at the age of 88. She was born on Friday, August 4, 1937, in Springfield, MO to the late Granville R. “Bus” and Lamona A. (Mayfield) Andrews.
On August 24, 1958, Barbara was united in marriage to Richard Lee “Dick” Baker, and they shared 67 years of...
Charles E. Counts
May 7, 2026
Charles Earl Counts of Ironton, Missouri passed away on May 7, 2026 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born November 26, 1946 in Ironton, Missouri the son of the late Cecil “Earl” Counts and Betty Jane (Surritte) Counts.
Charlie graduated from Bismarck High School in 1965. He then proudly served our country in the United States Navy...
Jackson "Jay" Shinkle, Jr.
May 5, 2026
Jay Shinkle knew the names of earthly things. The grasses in a well-managed pasture. The insects troubling an alfalfa crop. The particular patience required to teach a child to cast a line without spooking the fish. He spent 70 years paying that kind of attention, and the world around him — the land, the animals, the people — was better...
Jeremy Arthur Weir
May 5, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Jeremy Arthur Weir, who left this world on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at Mercy Jefferson surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on Tuesday, April 5, 1983, in St. Louis, Missouri, Jeremy lived a life marked by resilience and an unwavering spirit, despite facing significant challenges.
Jeremy is survived...
Anita Moore
May 4, 2026
Anita Moore, age 76, of Farmington, passed away on Monday, May 4, 2026, at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis. She was born on Tuesday, November 29, 1949, in Bonne Terre to the late Virgil “Bo” and Gloria (McIntyre) Henson. In addition to her parents, Anita was preceded in death by a sister, Lila Welch.
Anita was a devoted wife to...
Mary Belle Stark
May 3, 2026
Mary Belle Stark of Farmington passed away Sunday, May 3, 2026 at Southbrook Skilled Nursing Center. She was born January 13, 1948 in Festus, MO. She was the youngest daughter of the late Albert “Bud” Stark and Viola (Pinkley) Stark.
In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her sister, Ruth Ann Stark; brother, Earl Stark; and...
Orville "Corky" McGee
May 2, 2026
Orville Ross "Corky" McGee, 97, of Bonne Terre, Missouri, formerly of Mineral Point, Missouri, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on May 18, 1928, in Leadington, Missouri to the late Fred and Ora (Wallen) McGee—a life of nearly a century, lived fully and well.
Corky was a resourceful engineering technician who spent...
Earl "Dean" Burns
May 2, 2026
Earl Dean Burns was born January 18, 1940, in the Mouser Stave Mill Camp located on Big Creek in Shannon County, Missouri. He died on May 2, 2026. He was the oldest of five sons born to William and Mary Burns. He grew up on a small ridge farm on Highway 72, known as The Burns Stretch, approximately five miles...
Merrilyn "Dietra" Massie
May 2, 2026
Merrilyn “Dietra” Massie, a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at the age of 81. Born on Sunday, September 17, 1944, in Bonne Terre, Missouri, she dedicated her life to her family and community, leaving a legacy of love and kindness that will be deeply missed.
Merrilyn was preceded in death by...
Russell Payne
May 1, 2026
Russell Jay Payne, 61, of Bonne Terre, passed away Friday, May 1, 2026, at home with his loved ones near his side. He was born, September 22, 1964, in Bonne Terre to the late Doyle and Regenia (Albert) Payne.
As Russell grew up, he always enjoyed riding and racing. He would often be found in Lesterville riding the trails and river...
Jerry Joe Gwillim
May 1, 2026
A life defined by hard work, loyalty, and quiet strength came to a close with the passing of Jerry Joe Gwillim on Friday, May 1, 2026, at the age of 80 of Terre du Lac, Bonne Terre, Missouri.
He was born in Carlinville, Illinois, on Sunday, December 9, 1945, to the late George W. Gwillim and Ruby Mae (Chism) Gwillim.
Jerry was...
Evan Patrick LaBruyere
May 1, 2026
Evan Labruyere, a gifted musician, 54, of Desloge, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2026. Born on January 18, 1972, in Farmington, he was the son of Pat LaBruyere and Judy (Simmons) LaBruyere. Evan was a craftsman, and beloved family man, leaving behind a legacy of creativity, generosity, and quiet joy.
He was preceded in death by his father, Patrick “Pat”...
Rusty Newberry
May 1, 2026
Rusty Elayne Newberry, 68, of Desloge, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her beloved sons, and cherished friends. Born on October 8, 1957, in Bridgeton, she was the daughter of Curly and Peggy (Johnson) LaBarge. Rusty was a woman of great spirit and warmth, with a deep Christian faith that guided her throughout her...
Verna Ruth Smith
Apr 30, 2026
Verna Ruth Smith, a beloved pillar of her family and community, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at the age of 94. Born on Monday, July 6, 1931, Verna lived a life marked by her kindness, devotion, and vibrant spirit in Columbia, Missouri.
Verna was a member of Cornerstone Baptist Church in Farmington, where her faith was the cornerstone...
Henry Theodore Reynolds,III
Apr 30, 2026
Henry Theodore Reynolds, III, 78, of Desloge, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Born on April 6, 1948, in St. Louis, Henry was the son of Henry T. and Dorothy Lee (Henson) Reynolds.
Henry was a down-to-earth guy who took joy in the simple things in life. He was a die-hard St....
Doris Powell
Apr 29, 2026
Doris Jean Powell, 79, of Farmington passed away April 29, 2026 at Barnes Jewish Hospital. She was born December 17, 1946 in Esther, MO to the late Charles Leslie and Dora Mae (Wilson) Shunk. She was a devoted member of the First Baptist Church of Farmington, where she found great joy in caring for the children in the nursery, sharing...
William Paul Towner
Apr 27, 2026
William Paul Towner, 85, of Farmington passed away April 27, 2026 at the de Greef Hospice House in St. Louis. He was born February 20, 1941 in Van Buren, MO to the late John Thomas Towner and Elsie Pearl (Brown) Towner-Davis. He proudly served his community as a police officer with the City of St. Louis and was a dedicated...
Gerald "Jerry" Haertling
Apr 26, 2026
Gerald “Jerry” R. Haertling, 85, of St. Louis, formerly of Bonne Terre, peacefully passed away on April 26, 2026, at Mercy South in St. Louis. Born on December 18, 1940, in Wittenberg, Missouri, he was the son of the late Wilbert and Laura (Weinhold) Haertling. Jerry was a devoted family man, whose greatest joys stemmed from time spent with loved...