Obituaries
Local Obituaries in Bonne Terre, Desloge, Farmington, Park Hills, Leadwood, and Surrounding Areas in Missouri
Vernon Frederick Meister
Sep 10, 2025
Vernon Meister, 79, of Farmington passed away September 10, 2025. He was born May 28, 1946 in St. Louis, MO to the late Vernon and Clara (Heimos) Meister. Vernon loved hunting and fishing, but he especially loved spending time with his family. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by a sister.
Vernon is survived by his...
Larry Ford Leake
Sep 10, 2025
It’s with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Larry Ford Leake passed away peacefully Wednesday September 10, 2025, at the age of 68. Born on Friday, July 19, 1957, in Richmond Virginia, to the late Eugene William and Mary Lucille Leake.
Larry lived a life brimming with creativity, laughter, and love.
Larry was not just a talented musician, singer, and...
Christopher Buckhanan
Sep 10, 2025
Christopher Buckhanan, age 60, of Park Hills, passed away September 10, 2025, at Parkland Hospital in Farmington, Missouri. Born on December 30, 1964, in Saint Louis, to the late James Buckhanan and Carolyn (Jackson) Rankin.
Chris was a believer and proud member of the Flat River Christian Church. He worked as a delivery driver of automobiles in St. Louis for Key...
Betty Lou Henry
Sep 9, 2025
Betty Lou Henry, 88, of Farmington passed away September 9, 2025, at Southbrook Nursing Home in Farmington. She was born on November 3, 1936, in Ironton, MO to the late Earl and Ruby (Castell) Fisher.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Joseph Henry, son, Allen Henry; grandchildren, Michelle Garneke, Coty Pratt; brothers, Kenny Fisher, Clarence Fisher, Melvin Fisher,...
Brenda Yount
Sep 7, 2025
Brenda Sue Yount, 73, of Farmington, passed away peacefully on September 7, 2025, at Community Manor. Born on July 15, 1952, in Bonne Terre, Brenda was the beloved daughter of the late Charles “Buster” and Mary Lou (Bleckler) Pace. She will be remembered for her unwavering love, kindness, and dedication to her family and community. A devoted member of Fellowship...
Rhonda Robbs
Sep 6, 2025
Rhonda Michelle Robbs, age 57, of Bonne Terre, passed away on September 6, 2025, at Mercy Jefferson in Festus. Born on December 18, 1967, in St. Louis, Rhonda was the beloved daughter of the late Charles “Charlie” Robbs and Connie Sue (Branch) Cole.
Rhonda was a vibrant spirit and a dedicated member of the Centenary United Methodist Church, where she made...
Wilma Massey
Sep 6, 2025
Wilma Massey, 88, of Farmington, was an enduring spirit of kindness and faith, who passed away peacefully on September 6, 2025, at Parkland Hospital South in Farmington. Born on January 25, 1937, in Irondale, she was the cherished daughter of the late John and Opal (Brydon) Pyatt. Wilma led a life filled with purpose and devotion. A longstanding member of...
Louise D. Scmidt
Sep 4, 2025
Louise D. (Schilli) Schmidt,67, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 4, 2025 at her residence in French Village, Missouri. She was a beloved wife, to her husband Bill Schmidt. Louise was born on, Sunday, October 27, 1957, in Perryville, Missouri to the late Edwin A. and Anna J. Griffard Schilli.
Louise spent many years serving as a secretary for the Department...
Stephen Dee Roach Sr.
Aug 31, 2025
Stephen Dee Roach Sr., 59, of Fredericktown, passed away Sunday, August 31, 2025, at Mercy Hospital South in St. Louis. He was born on Saturday, November 20, 1965, in Fredericktown, MO to the late Clifford D. Roach and Patricia Mae (Hawn) Adams. Steve loved going to and watching races at the dirt track and on TV. He loved spending time...
Larry Dale "Stub" Stotler
Aug 29, 2025
Larry Stotler, 67, of Park Hills and a former resident of Bonne Terre, passed away on August 29, 2025, at Mercy Jefferson in Festus. He was born on March 18, 1958, in Bonne Terre, to Carl Lee Stotler and Patsy Ann (Blunt) Stotler-Clark. Larry was a member of the First Baptist Church in Desloge and a proud member of Carpenters...
Reba Jean Mahue
Aug 27, 2025
Reba Jean Mahue, 64, of Festus, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, August 27, 2025. She was born on Thursday, September 22, 1960, in St. Francois County, Missouri to the late Clarence Chester and Wilda Marie (Sullivan) Roux. Reba's enduring spirit and love for her family will be cherished by all who knew her.
In addition to her parents, Reba was...
Ronald Lee Perryman
Aug 23, 2025
Ronald Lee Perryman, a devoted father, grandfather, and community leader, passed away peacefully on August 23, 2025, at the age of 94. He was born on December 27, 1930, in Festus, Missouri. He was preceded in death by his parents, Philip Perryman and Delia (Bittick) Perryman; his wife of 61 years, Dorothy Jean Mabery; and his eldest daughter, Ronda Gruhala....
Deborah "Debbie" Ann Gann
Aug 23, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Deborah A. Gann, a cherished mother, and friend who left us peacefully on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at the age of 68. Debbie was born on Sunday, February 24, 1957, in Bonne Terre, Missouri, and resided in De Soto, Missouri, where she touched the lives of all who knew...
June Davault
Aug 22, 2025
Shelby June Davault, 86, of Farmington passed away peacefully August 22, 2025. She was born June 29, 1939 in Bonne Terre, MO to the late Glenwood and Rowena (Holmes) Waller. June was a member of the First Baptist Church of Farmington. She was a very talented seamstress and enjoyed sewing, quilting and crocheting.
In addition to her parents, she was also...
Ruthie Mosier
Aug 15, 2025
Ruth Anne Mosier, affectionately known as Ruthie, 84, of Park Hills, formerly of Leadwood, passed away peacefully on August 15, 2025, at Country Meadows Nursing Facility in Park Hills. Born on March 4, 1941, in Leadwood, she was the cherished daughter of the late Walter and Bernice (Crump) Helms.
Ruthie will be lovingly remembered for her warm and friendly demeanor, which...
Freddy Lunsford
Aug 13, 2025
Freddy Allen Lunsford, a beloved husband and devoted father, will be remembered fondly following his passing on August 13, 2025, at the age of 58. Born on September 27, 1966, in Fredericktown, Missouri, Freddy was the son of the late Freddy Gene Lunsford and Carolyn Sue (Lindsey) Copeland and his stepfather, Bill Copeland.
Freddy never met a stranger, and he left...
Geraldine "Jeri" Faircloth
Aug 13, 2025
Geraldine Pettus Marler Faircloth, lovingly known as Jeri and to some Freida, went home peacefully, surrounded by her loved ones on Wednesday, August 13, 2025. She was born on Friday, July 13, 1934, to the late Melvin and Dorothy Orvilla Feilner Pettus. Jeri was a woman of strength, faith, and unwavering love. She survived many challenges with grace, including a...
Monte Carl Ratcliff
Aug 12, 2025
Monte Carl Ratcliff, a beloved father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully of natural causes on August 12, 2025, at the age of 73. Born on January 30, 1952, in Lampasas, Texas, Monte lived a life full of love, music, and connection, residing in Sainte Genevieve, Missouri at the time of his passing.
Monte was preceded in death by his parents,...
Harold Lynn "Web" Weber
Aug 12, 2025
Harold Lynn Weber, fondly known as "Web," will forever be remembered as a devoted husband, loving father, and cherished friend. He peacefully departed this life on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at the age of 86 in his beloved hometown of Bonne Terre, Missouri. Born on Monday, November 21, 1938.
Harold proudly served in the United States Army, and after his military...
Clarence "Buddy" Burch
Aug 10, 2025
Clarence E. Burch, affectionately known as Buddy, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 10, 2025, at the age of 55. Born on Thursday, March 5, 1970, in Bonne Terre, Missouri, he was the beloved son of Lloyd and Bertha (Bess) Burch. Buddy dedicated his life to his work as a dishwasher at a local nursing home, where he was known...
