Obituaries

Jul 16, 2025

Thelma June Bellew, age 67, of Fredericktown, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at the Stockhoff Memorial Nursing Center in Fredericktown. She was born May 12, 1958, in Farmington, Missouri to Oscar and Freda (Weston) Moyers.

On April 18, 1975, in Farmington, she was united in marriage to Carl Lee Bellew Sr., he...

Jul 16, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Clara Louise Mayberry-Ward, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Clara, age 74, departed this life peacefully on July 16, 2025, at Presbyterian Manor in Farmington, She was born on February 18, 1951, in Bismarck to the late William “Red” Lawrence and Hazel Irene (Bromin) Niblack. Clara was a...

Jul 15, 2025

Juanita "Midge" Dunn, age 83, of Harlingen, Texas, departed this life peacefully on July 15, 2025, at the Camelot Nursing Center and Rehabilitation in Farmington. She was born on August 27, 1941, in Bonne Terre, to the late Leslie and Ethel (Griffin) White. Midge was a cherished soul whose warmth radiated through her love for crocheting and crafting, but her...

Jul 14, 2025

Bud Bradley, 62, of Irondale, passed away peacefully at home on July 14, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on August 13, 1962, in Bonne Terre, he was the beloved son of Shirley (Miller) Bradley and the late Lindel Bradley, Sr. Bud was a dedicated supervisor at the Flat River Glass Factory for over thirty years, a...

Jul 14, 2025

Shon Raymond Robinson of Leadington, Missouri passed away July 14, 2025 at St. John's Mercy Hospital at the age of 55 years. He was born May 13, 1970 in Farmington, Missouri the son of the late Raymond Robinson and Gloria (Bollinger) Robinson of Farmington, Missouri. On January 7, 2017 he was united in marriage to Kandi Baldwin who survives and...

Jul 13, 2025

Florence “Tillie” Crawford Mayse, of Farmington, MO, passed away Sunday, July 13, 2025 at Clermont Manor in St. Louis, MO at the age of 92. She was born September 29, 1932 in Memphis, TN. In 1951 she married Fred Mayse, and they enjoyed 63 years together until his death in 2015. They had two daughters, Lynda Faye and Lisa Ann,...

Jul 12, 2025

Stanley Joseph “Stan” Greil, age 71, of Jefferson City, Mo., passed away Saturday, July 12, 2025, at University Hospital in Columbia, Mo.

He was born on September 2, 1953, in St. Louis, Mo., the son of Joseph Frank and Rose Imogene (Miller) Greil. He was married on May 17, 1980, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Bonne Terre, Mo., to Kimberly...

Jul 12, 2025

Evelyn “Evie” Payton passed from this life into the arms of Jesus on Saturday, July 12, 2025. In life, Evie was an active member of Covenant Bible Church until her health began to fail. She cherished close friendships and enjoyed fellowship there. Evie shared her love of music and life by playing the piano and organ. She was self-taught, never...

Jul 12, 2025

Robert Louis Armstrong, fondly known to many as Bob, left this earth peacefully on Saturday, July 12, 2025 in Farmington, Missouri.

Born on Saturday, April 25, 1942, in St. Louis to the late James and Bertha Louis (Clipper) Armstrong. Bob was a kind-hearted soul whose warmth, humor, and generosity touched everyone he met. Known for his love of collecting magazines, Bob...

Jul 12, 2025

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of our beloved Rita Reed. She passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 12, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease. Rita's life was a testament to the power of family. She cherished her role as a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, showering each member of her extensive family with...

Jul 11, 2025

Rosario Elizabeth “Rosie” Galvan, 79, of Farmington, MO passed away July 11, 2025. She was born April 30, 1946 in Billings, MT to the late Guadalupe J. and Jesus C. (Cervantez) Galvan. Rosie was a member of the St. Joseph Catholic Church of Farmington where she volunteered in the food pantry and numerous other church events. She also enjoyed volunteering...

Jul 11, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of David (Dave) Lee Barnhouse, age 53, who died on Friday, July 11, 2025, at Barnes Jewish Hospital. Dave was born on April 10, 1972, in Farmington. He worked for over 10 years as a correctional officer at Potosi Correctional Center, where he built strong relationships with coworkers and was...

Jul 9, 2025

Joyce Norma Martin, age 69 of Lily Dale, New York passed away on Wednesday, July 9th, 2025, at Brooks Memorial Hospital in Dunkirk, New York. She was born on August 24, 1955, in Oblong, Illinois. To Willard and Esther (Kiger) Martin who proceed her.

Those surviving her include: Nephews - Stephen...

Jul 9, 2025

John Alfred Jones of Ironton, Missouri passed away at his home surrounded by his loving family and friends on July 9, 2025. He was born December 16, 1973 in Farmington, Missouri the son of the late Alfred Harold and Betty Jean (Warren) Jones. He was 51 years old. John was a 1992 graduate of Arcadia Valley High School. Upon graduation...

Jul 8, 2025

Thelma Beatrice Sales, age 99 passed away on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at her home in Farmington, Missouri. She was born on September 17, 1925, in St. Louis, Missouri, to William Robert and Mildred (Leigh) Bell.

On March 6, 1943, in St. Louis, Missouri, she was united in marriage to Roy Harding "Pokie" Sales, he...

Jul 7, 2025

Bob (Robert) Louis Lemmon (78) of Farmington, Missouri, passed away July 7, 2025 of natural causes. A loving husband and father, he is survived by his wife, Ellen (Myles) Lemmon; son, Bob Lemmon; and daughter, Gwen Lemmon; three siblings, Deb (Mike) Black, Russ Lemmon, Pam Warner; and sister-in-law, Carol Lemmon; along with many nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death...

Jul 6, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Drevon Michael Rawson, who was born on Friday, June 1, 2001, in Farmington and tragically left this world on Sunday, July 6, 2025. Drevon was only 24 years old at the time of his untimely death.

 Drevon was a vibrant soul, known for his passion for basketball and sports. He...

Jul 5, 2025

It is with both heavy hearts and joyful memories that we announce the passing of Connie Hahn, 78, of Lake St. Louis and formerly of Desloge, who left us on July 5, 2025. Born on September 13, 1946, in Bonne Terre to the late Melvin and Dorothy “Dot” (Murray) Wamble, Connie graced the world with her vibrant spirit and love...

Jul 4, 2025

It is with great joy and heartfelt remembrance that we announce the passing of Michael Hughes Dickus, affectionately known as Mick, who left us on July 4, 2025, at the age of 48. Born on May 10, 1977, in St. Louis, Mick’s spirit was as vibrant as the natural world he cherished.

Mick was a larger-than-life individual, whose love for nature...

Jul 4, 2025

Mary K. Lewis of Ironton, Missouri passed away July 4, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. She was born September 19, 1969 in Ironton, Missouri the daughter of the late Samuel and Mariann (Yates) Swaringim Sr. On June 4, 1989 she was united in marriage to Sherman L. Lewis who survives and resides in Ironton. They are the parents of...