Obituaries
Local Obituaries in Bonne Terre, Desloge, Farmington, Park Hills, Leadwood, and Surrounding Areas in Missouri
Erma Jean Friedel
Sep 29, 2026
Erma Jean Friedel, a beloved mother, grandmother and sister passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at the age of 93. She was born on Friday, March 17, 1933, in Bonne Terre, Missouri, and spent her life devoted to her family and home. She was a member of St Joseph Catholic Church in Bonne Terre.
Erma was preceded in death...
Joyce Marie Estes
Jan 30, 2026
Joyce Marie Estes, of Farmington, passed away suddenly on Friday, January 30, 2026, at Parkland Health Center at the age of 87. She was born on Thursday, October 13, 1938, in Flat River, Missouri, to the late Earl Joseph and Mattie (Barker) Souden.
Joyce is survived by her sons, Scott (Chris) Estes of Alabaster, Alabama, and David (Sallie) Estes of Farmington,...
Persephone Berger
Oct 3, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Persephone Anjanette Berger, a bright light in the lives of many, who left us too soon at the age of 16 on October 3, 2026. Persephone was born November 23, 2009, in Farmington to her loving parents, Jarrad and Anneliese (Schroeder) Berger, in Park Hills, Missouri.
Throughout her years, Persephone...
Joyce Lee Skaggs
Oct 3, 2026
Joyce Lee Skaggs, 88, of Desloge Missouri, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones on October 3, 2026. She was born September 26, 1938, in Farmington, MO, to the late Leroy and Eula (Johnson) Wells.
Joyce was a long-time active member of Desloge United Methodist Church since 1964, where she made many enduring friendships.
Joyce met the love of...
James Eugene Gidden Sr.
Oct 3, 2026
James Eugene Gidden Sr., 83, of Park Hills, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2026, at his home, surrounded by the love of his family. He was born on May 24, 1943, in Richwoods, to the late Iven Eugene and Virginia Bernice (Rulo) Gidden. James was not only a dedicated family man but also a steadfast member of the community,...
Joshua Daniel Cash
Oct 2, 2026
Joshua Cash, 28, loved son, brother, father, and friend, left this world too soon on October 2, 2026.
Joshua was born in 1997 in Missouri. He spent his childhood in Illinois. Joshua loved all creatures great and small. He always cared for a menagerie of insects, reptiles, and animals throughout his life. There wasn’t an insect he couldn’t catch, a reptile...
Earl Brinley
Oct 2, 2026
It is with heavy hearts, but great memories that we announce the passing of Earl David Brinley, 86, of Park Hills, who departed this life peacefully on October 2, 2026. Surrounded by his loved ones, Earl left this world in the comfort of his own home. He was born on February 16, 1940, in Cedar Hill, to the late Chester...
Joyce Clovia Adams
Oct 2, 2026
Joyce Clovia (Laramore) Adams, daughter of the late James Callie Laramore and Marena Ann (Brewington) Laramore, was born in Leadwood, Missouri, on September 1, 1927. She departed this life at Cedarhurst Assisted Living in Farmington, Missouri, on October 2, 2026 at the age of 99.
On November 16, 1947, Joyce married Wayne Daniel Adams in Ironton, Missouri. To this loving union...
Beverly Burgess
Oct 2, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Beverly Sue Burgess, who left this world peacefully on Friday, October 2, 2026, at the age of 85. Born on Friday, June 20, 1941, in Leadwood, to the late Walter and Marie (Gilliam) Banks.
Beverly was a proud graduate of the Desloge High School Class of 1959. She married her...
Shirley McIntyre
Sep 30, 2026
Shirley Iva McIntyre, age 91, of Ironton, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born February 10, 1935, in Washington County. Shirley was a cherished daughter, a devoted mother, and a beloved grandmother.
Shirley was preceded in death by her parents, Curtis and Dora (Tedder) Gillam; step-mother, Lucy (King) Gillam; husband, Howard McIntyre;...
Richard "Rick" Morris
Sep 28, 2026
Richard Clinton Morris, beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 28, 2026, at the age of 67. Rick was born on November 19, 1958, in Grand Haven, Michigan to Virgil and Grace (Sherfy) Morris.
Rick leaves behind his children, April & husband Adam Thompson, Chad & husband James Pence-Morris; grandchildren, Hayden & wife Shelby Thompson, Wade...
Julia Kay (Jones)Fischer
Sep 28, 2026
Julia Kay (Jones) Fischer passed away peacefully on September 28, 2026, in Dallas, TX, following a lengthy battle with cancer. She was 79 years old.
Kay was born on September 2, 1947, in Desloge, Missouri. She was preceded in death by her parents, Russell and Berniece (LaChance) Jones, and her beloved husband, G. Jack Fischer.
Kay will be lovingly remembered by her...
Dorothy "Dot" Katherine Webb
Sep 28, 2026
Dorothy “Dot” Webb, 85, of Fredericktown, passed away on Monday, September 28, 2026, at ClaRu DeVille Nursing Center in Fredericktown. She was born on July 19,1941, in St. Louis, MO to the late George and Dolly (Cooper) Wright. Dot loved taking care of her house and her plants. She also liked to shop and go out to eat, but she...
Jeanne Forrester
Sep 24, 2026
Jeanne Marie Forrester (Edgar), of Desloge, Missouri, passed away peacefully after a long journey with Alzheimer's, on Thursday, September 24, 2026, at Community Manor Nursing Home in Farmington at the age of 70. She was born on November 7, 1955, in Bonne Terre, Missouri to the late Robert and Anna (Rosener) Edgar.
Jeanne graduated from Central High School in 1974 and...
Dean Henson
Sep 23, 2026
Dean Henson, 79, of Bonne Terre, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis. Born on Monday, August 11, 1947, Dean was a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, whose warmth and humor touched the lives of many.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Ewell and Sophia (House) Henson; his...
Robert Wade Lindsey Sr.
Sep 22, 2026
Robert Lindsey, 79, of Fredericktown, MO, passed away at home on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on August 14, 1947, in St. Louis, Missouri, to the late Wilburn Lindsey and Zola Marie (Whited) Matthews.
Robert worked for the Chrysler Corporation for over 31 years and was a proud member of the UAW Local 136....
Rose Marie Carter-Pettus
Sep 21, 2026
Rose, a vibrant soul whose adventurous spirit and infectious laughter touched the hearts of all who knew her, peacefully made the transition to her eternal home in heaven with Jesus on September 21, 2026, after complications from an injury.
Born on September 19, 1940, in Emporia, Kansas, Rose was the cherished daughter of Pauline Greene and Paul Carter Sr., both of...
Kay Huffman
Sep 19, 2026
Kay Huffman, 56, of Bonne Terre, passed away on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at her residence surrounded by family. She was born on Thursday, November 6, 1969, in St. Louis, MO to the late William and Martha (Hostler) Narx, Sr. Kay enjoyed Bingo and float trips. But her hobby and greatest joy was taking care of her family.
She was preceded...
David "Tooter" Barton
Sep 15, 2026
David Arthur Barton, affectionately known as “Tooter,” passed away on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, on his 76th birthday. Born on Friday, September 15, 1950, in Wortham, Tooter was a beloved son, brother, father, and grandfather whose lifelong contributions to his family and community will never be forgotten.
Tooter is preceded in death by his parents, Enoch and Alma (Woods) Radcliff- Barton;...
Matthew Carl "Matt" Atnip
Sep 15, 2026
Matthew Carl “Matt” Atnip, 66, passed from this life on September 15, 2026. He was born in Florissant, Missouri and lived most recently in Valles Mines, Missouri.
Matt was a man with a big heart, a big tent, big opinions and a huge capacity for life. He was proud and protective of his family and wanted to be involved in anything...