Obituaries
Local Obituaries in Bonne Terre, Desloge, Farmington, Park Hills, Leadwood, and Surrounding Areas in Missouri
Richard Eugene Laurent
Nov 17, 2020
Richard Eugene Laurent of Ironton, Missouri passed away in Farmington, Missouri on November 17, 2020 at the age of 82 years. He was born on August 21, 1938 in St. Louis, Missouri the son of the late Fred and Margaret (Martin) Laurent. Richard is survived by his two daughters: Linda Laurent and Brenda Laurent, both of Ironton, Missouri; six grandchildren...
Charles Neidig
Nov 17, 2020
Charles Edwin Neidig, faithful follower of Jesus Christ, 78, passed away quickly on Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2020.
“Chuck” was born May 29, 1942, the son of the late Jerry and Blanche Wehry-Neidig. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Sandra Mae Cowan, his brother, Clifford Neidig, and an infant sister, Jacquelyn Neidig.
He is survived by his wife,...
Glendal Rayfield
Nov 17, 2020
Glendal Edward Rayfield, 94, of Bismarck died November 17, 2020 at Christian Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri. He was preceded in death by his wife Mary Jean Rayfield, his parents Clyde James Rayfield and Virgie (Newton) Rayfield, three brothers: Willard, Bernell, and Danny Rayfield; two sisters, Geneva Weber and Shirley Ann Henderson. He is survived by three sons, James Rayfield...
Mary Carolyn Walker
Nov 17, 2020
Mary Carolyn (Smith) Walker of Bonne Terre, Missouri passed away on November 17, 2020. Carolyn (as she was known to all) was born in Elvins, Missouri to the late James Clifford and Lena Marguerite (Bible) Smith on November 29, 1938.
In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by her son, Brett Walker.
She is survived by...
Dallas Glenn Morehead
Nov 16, 2020
Dallas Glenn Morehead, formerly of Annapolis, Missouri passed away in Farmington, Missouri at the age of 64 years. He was born on May 15, 1956 in Poplar Bluff, Missouri; the son of the late Dallas Morehead Sr. and Mary Ellen (Pearson) Morehead who survives. Dallas is survived by his brother; Allen Morehead of Mill Spring, Missouri, three sisters; Melody Moss...
Karen Forshee
Nov 16, 2020
Karen Elaine (Sexton) Forshee, age 54, of Festus, passed away Monday, November 16, 2020 at her home. Karen was born to the late Claude and Edith (Stinnett) Sexton in Festus, Missouri. Karen loved riding Harleys and spending time with family. She was a special person who always lifted those around her.
In addition to her parents, Karen was preceded in...
Joanne Nash
Nov 15, 2020
Joanne (Boyer) Nash, age 78, of Bonne Terre, passed away Sunday morning, November 15, 2020 at Missouri Baptist Medical Center in St. Louis. Joanne was born March 27, 1942 to the late Joseph Orfie and Elsie Lorine (Frances) Boyer. Joanne loved being with her family and friends, enjoyed her pet cats, crocheting, photography, shopping, collecting hats and being outdoors. She...
Don Clark
Nov 15, 2020
Don Clark, age 89, of Park Hills, passed away Sunday, November 15, 2020, at his residence. He was born on June 28, 1931, in Knob Lick to the late Alfred and Elsie (Marshall) Clark. Don served in the Army during the Korean War. He worked as a laborer for the City of Park Hills from 1973 to 2000....
Shelby Crank
Nov 14, 2020
Shelby Crank, 77, of Park Hills, passed away November 14, 2020 at home surrounded by family. She was born October 16, 1943, in Hazard, Kentucky, to the late Doc and Pearlie (Young) Williams. Shelby was a member of the Lively Stone Tabernacle Church. She worked at the Flat River Glass company for 32 years before retiring.
She was preceded in...
Jeremy Vargo
Nov 14, 2020
Jeremy Lynn Vargo, 43, of Huntington, IN. passed away at 7:45 am Saturday, November 14, 2020 at Summit City Nursing and Rehab in Fort Wayne, IN. due to complications from Early Onset Alzheimer's Disease and Covid-19.Jeremy was born on August 2, 1977 in Bonne Terre, MO., the son of Michael Vargo Sr. and Sharon (Knittig) Vargo. He attended grade school...
Bill Pattengill
Nov 14, 2020
Bill Pattengill, 69, of Park Hills, passed away November 14, 2020, at Missouri Baptist Medical Center. He was born March 9, 1951, in Cairo, Illinois to the late Lee and Lula Jane (Daniel) Pattengill Sr. Bill was a faithful member of First Freewill Baptist Church in Park Hills where he served as church treasurer and Sunday School teacher. He enjoyed...
John Darrell Johnson
Nov 13, 2020
John Darrell Johnson, age 65 of Fredericktown, Missouri passed away on Friday, November 13, 2020 at the Missouri Baptist Medical Center in St. Louis, Missouri. He was born on August 28, 1955 in Ironton, Missouri, a son of John Jackson and Wanda Rose (Allen) Johnson. His parents precede him in death. He is survived by his four children – Jerica...
Robert Frederick Frost
Nov 13, 2020
Robert Frederick Frost of Ironton, Missouri passed away on November 13, 2020 in Pilot Knob, Missouri at the age of 87 years. He was born March 14, 1933, in Des Moines, Iowa the son of the late Robert and Dorothy (Conroy) Frost. In May of 1968 he was united in marriage to Katherine Hight who preceded him in death. Bob...
Herman Lee Brooks
Nov 13, 2020
Herman Lee Brooks of Ironton, Missouri passed away November 13, 2020 at his residence at the age of 76 years. He was born April 2, 1944 in Ironton, Missouri the son of the late William Albert and Essie Gladys (Hill) Brooks. On May 18, 1974 he was united in marriage to Cathy Lynn (Barton) Brooks who survives. Also surviving are...
Pastor Daren Clayton Durey
Nov 12, 2020
Pastor Daren Clayton Durey, age 97 passed away on Thursday, November 12, 2020 at his home in Fredericktown, Missouri. He was born on March 7, 1923 in Manchester, Iowa, a son of Floyd August and Cora Emily (Rolfe) Durey. On June 17, 1967 he was united in marriage to Eva Marie Nihells, she survives in Fredericktown. Other survivors include her...
Rose M. Sikes
Nov 11, 2020
Rose M. Sikes, age 95 of Farmington, Missouri (formerly of Fredericktown, Missouri) passed away on Wednesday, November 11, 2020 at her home in Farmington. She was born on May 9, 1925 in Cuzco, Indiana, a daughter of Harold Von and Alma Dorothy (Clements) Collins. On June 7, 1947 she was united in marriage to John Mofield, he preceded her in...
Carol "Ky" Kennedy
Nov 10, 2020
Carol “Ky” Kennedy, 78, of Park Hills, passed away November 10, 2020, at Mercy Jefferson in Crystal City. He was born May 8, 1942, in Elvins, to the late Almon “Coonie” and Edna (Brooks) Kennedy. Ky was a member of Eastside Church of God in Leadwood. He loved fishing, hunting, camping, boating, gardening and anything else that had to do...
Imo Celestine Whiteside
Nov 10, 2020
Imo Celestine Whiteside
Imo (McCullough) Whiteside of Farmington passed away November 10, 2020, at the age of 100 years. She was born September 9, 1920. A beloved wife of the late John C. (Jay) Whiteside, she is preceded in death by her parents, Carl D. and Mable McCullough nee- Baily Also, her brother Carl D. McCullough, and sister Theola Jean...
Lynn Hahn
Nov 9, 2020
Roy "Lynn" Hahn, age 79, of Bonne Terre, passed away Monday, November 9, 2020 at his home. Lynn was born July 29, 1941 to the late Roy Lee and Minnie Eva (Kassabaum) Hahn in Ironton, Missouri. Lynn was a hard worker and enjoyed fishing.
In addition to his parents, Lynn was preceded in death by his wife Caroline Diane (Willis)...
Edward Conway
Nov 8, 2020
Edward Conway of Caledonia, Missouri passed away November 8, 2020 at his residence at the age of 54 years. He was born April 7, 1966 the son of Charles Conway of Farmington, Missouri, and the late Kathleen (Vogel) Conway. Edward is survived by his aunt, Donna Lynch, the staff and residents of Goggin Boarding Home, his friends from OVCS, several...

