Obituaries
Local Obituaries in Bonne Terre, Desloge, Farmington, Park Hills, Leadwood, and Surrounding Areas in Missouri
Timothy Alan Stegall
Feb 4, 2026
Timothy Alan Stegall passed away peacefully on February 4, 2026, at his family home in Bonne Terre, Missouri, surrounded by his sons, brothers, and loved ones, after a long journey with kidney disease.
Tim was born on March 10, 1960, and was the middle of five sons born to Lynn and Fern Stegall, both of whom preceded him in death. He...
Joseph Edward Young
Feb 2, 2026
Joseph Edward Young, a beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 2, 2026, at the age of 96 in Irondale, Missouri. Born on Monday, June 17, 1929, in Madison, Illinois, Joseph lived a life rich in experiences and love.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Lawrence Young and Charlotte Pearl (Naney) Young, and...
Laura Diane Gray
Feb 1, 2026
Laura Diane Gray passed away peacefully on February 1, 2026, surrounded by family. She was born on August 24, 1948, in Bonne Terre, Missouri, to Richard and Claradine (Hays) Hill.
Diane married the love of her life, Jackie Dale “Jack” Gray, in December of 1969. Their marriage of 44 years was one marked by devotion and love until Jack’s passing on...
Colette Scherffius
Feb 1, 2026
Colette Scherffius, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away February 1, 2026, at the age of 69. She passed away peacefully at her home in Desloge, surrounded by the warmth and love of her family. Born on October 9, 1956, in Crackers Neck, VA, Colette was the cherished daughter of the late Colonel and Barbara (Bryant) Swiney, Sr.
A devoted member...
David Gary Midkiff
Jan 31, 2026
David Midkiff, 73, of Annapolis, Missouri, passed away on Saturday, January 31, 2026. He was born September 23, 1952, in Annapolis, Missouri, to the late Harry and Dorcy Midkiff.
In addition to his parents, David was preceded in death by his loving wife, Sandra Maria (Vance) Midkiff; his daughter, Rose Ann Midkiff; his granddaughter, Angel Dawn Midkiff; and eight siblings: Charles...
Hazel Ann Nelson
Jan 30, 2026
Hazel Ann Nelson, age 91, of Park Hills, passed away Friday, January 30, 2026, at Cedarhurst Assisted Living in Farmington, surrounded by her loving family. Ann was born on Saturday, March 17, 1934, in Irondale, to the late Quinten and Maggie (Beck) Province
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her 1st husband, William V. Anderson Sr....
Jerry Wayne Odom, Jr.
Jan 29, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Jerry Wayne Odom Jr., who left this world on January 29, 2026, at the age of 60. Jerry was a long-lived resident of Bonne Terre. Born on August 20, 1965, in St. Louis, Missouri.
Jerry is preceded in death by his father that was very dear to him, Jerry Wayne...
Marilyn Luther
Jan 25, 2026
Marilyn Carroll Luther, 83, of Farmington passed away January 25, 2026 at Presbyterian Manor of Farmington. She was born October 31, 1942 in Houston, TX to the late Ira Lee Finn, Sr. and Juanita (Dawson) Finn. Marilyn proudly served her country in the United States Air Force. She dedicated many years of her life to caring for others as a...
Vicky Crocker-Nelson
Jan 25, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Vicky Lynn Crocker-Nelson, a beloved member of our community, who left this world on Sunday, January 25, 2026, at the age of 72. She was born on Wednesday, January 9, 1954, in Bonne Terre, to the late Harrol and MayDell (Stegall) Parks. Vicky lived a life characterized by generosity,...
Keith Andrew Ingram
Jan 24, 2026
Keith Andrew Ingram passed away on Saturday, January 24, 2026, he was born on Saturday, June 15, 1963, in St. Louis, Missouri, to Eugene and Janet (Ernst) Ingram.
Keith was the Director of Transportation for the Melville School District. He was a proud member of the NHRA and had a deep love for drag racing, riding his custom Harley Davidson motorcycle,...
John George Weltz, Jr.
Jan 23, 2026
John George Weltz, Jr. was born on June 26, 1952, at Savanna Hospital in Savanna, Illinois. He was the beloved son of John George Weltz Sr. and Geraldine A. (Griese) Weltz.
John was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Carol Perce; and his grandparents, Henry Weltz, Anna Weltz, Archie Griese, and Elsie Peters.
He is survived by his 3 brothers,...
Bill Woods
Jan 22, 2026
William Michael Woods, affectionately known as Bill, passed away on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at Cedargate Healthcare in Poplar Bluff. Bill was born on Friday, January 8, 1943, in Van Buren to the late James Monroe and Margaret (Shearrer) Woods.
After high school, Bill received his bachelor's degree in History and Psychology from Southeast Missouri State University. Following graduation, Bill proudly...
Rev. Jesse Roy Lee Mills
Jan 22, 2026
Heaven has gained a wonderful southern gentleman. Rev. Jesse Roy Lee Mills was welcomed to his eternal home, to forever be with our Lord and Savior on Thursday, January 22, 2026. He was blessed with 90 years on Earth.
Jesse was born during the Great Depression Era to the late Rev. James and Lula (Shrum) Mills, in the backroom of a...
Tommie Willliams, Sr.
Jan 22, 2026
Tommie Williams, 72, of Park Hills, passed away Thursday, January 22, 2026, at his home surrounded by loved ones. He was born on Monday, June 8, 1953, in St. Louis, to the late William Edward and Minnie (Dempsey) Williams. Tommie was a member of Bismarck Church of God. He enjoyed going hunting with his brothers, but most of all, spending...
Charles "Chuck" Sutton
Jan 17, 2026
Charles Harvey “Chuck” Sutton, 55, of Farmington passed away January 17, 2026. He was born July 23, 1970, to the late Ronald and Annette (Harvey) Sutton. Chuck lived in Eldon, MO for many years and worked most of his life as a painter until his retirement from International Union of Painters and Allied Trades. He loved to grill and cook...
Charles Russell Thompson
Jan 17, 2026
Charles Russell Thompson, 87, of Farmington, Missouri, passed away Saturday, January 17, 2026. He was born in Ironton, MO to the late Russell Charles and Golda Marie (Wallen) Thompson. Charles enjoyed painting by numbers.
Preceding him in death were his parents and one brother, Robert Thompson; and one sister, Bettye Signer.
Charles is survived by his niece, Jan Signer and husband Michael...
Joe Earl Shunk, Sr.
Jan 17, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Joe Earl Shunk, Sr., “The Barrel Man,” age 93, who died on Saturday, January 17, 2026. Joe was born on Thursday, August 11, 1932, in Graniteville, Missouri to the late Charles L. Shunk and Edith Pearl Benton.
Joe was drafted in the U.S. Army in 1953 and served during the...
Virginia Marie Akins
Jan 15, 2026
Virginia Marie Akins, formerly known as Jenny, passed away on Thursday, January 15, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones at home with her family. She was born on Thursday, November 7, 1940, in Flat River, Missouri, to the late Amos and Ethel (DeGuire) AuBuchon.
Jenny was a proud member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church and The Daughters of Isabella. She had...
Brenda G. Frank
Jan 14, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Brenda G. Frank, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, who left us peacefully on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at the age of 70. Brenda was born on Friday, February 28, 1955, in Wortham, where she created a lifetime of cherished memories with her family.
She was preceded in death by her...
Antha Kennedy
Jan 14, 2026
Antha Bonita Kennedy, age 79, of Park Hills, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family on January 14, 2026.
Born September 11, 1946, in St. Louis, to Darcy and Blanche (Martin) Williams, Antha was affectionately teased as the “city slicker” among her siblings. After spending her early years in St. Louis, the family moved to Bismarck, where...
