Obituaries
Local Obituaries in Bonne Terre, Desloge, Farmington, Park Hills, Leadwood, and Surrounding Areas in Missouri
Carolyn Hitzeman
Mar 1, 2025
Carolyn Hitzeman, 73, of Park Hills, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2025, at Parkland South in Farmington. Born on March 18, 1951, in St. Charles, she was the beloved daughter of the late Irvin and Eunice (Nichols) Hoskins. Carolyn was a devoted member of the First Free Will Baptist Church in Farmington, where she found joy and community.
Her greatest...
LJ Miller
Feb 27, 2025
LJ Miller, 91, of Farmington passed away on February 27, 2025 at his residence surrounded by his family. He was born on May 23, 1933 in Wardell, MO. LJ Miller was preceded in death by his parents, Lonnie and Hester Miller; his siblings: Sam, Mittie, Nellie (Clyde) Wilson, Cora(Gene) Barnes, Dolly (Vetus) Montgomery, John (Kathryn) Miller, and Doyle (Mary) Miller;...
Glenna Tatum
Feb 26, 2025
Glenna Charlotte Tatum, 81, of Farmington passed away February 26, 2025 at Presbyterian Manor. She was born February 20, 1944 in Dexter, MO to the late Virgil Utah and Goldie Marie (Killian) Medlock. Glenna was a faithful member of the First Baptist Church of Farmington, where she enjoyed working in the library for many years. She was a former teacher...
Martha L. Lance
Feb 25, 2025
Martha Laryne Lance, formerly of Iron Mountain Lake, passed away peacefully at the age of 86 on February 25, 2025, in New Castle, Indiana. Born on November 16, 1938, Martha lived a life marked by love for her family and a passion for the little joys that filled her days.
Martha was a woman of many pastimes. An avid reader and...
Clifford McLemore
Feb 25, 2025
Clifford McLemore, 70, of Farmington, passed away February 25, 2025, at Camelot Nursing Care Facility in Farmington. He was born August 23, 1954, in Gary, Indiana. Services pending under the direction of C.Z. Boyer and Son Funeral Home Caldwell Chapel in Park Hills.
Carolyn Sue Dearing
Feb 25, 2025
Carolyn Sue Dearing, 75, of Fredericktown passed away February 25, 2025 at Parkland Health Center in Farmington. She was born April 18, 1949 in Little Rock, Arkansas to the late Carl Thompson, Sr. and Bobbie (Worrell) Thompson. Carolyn enjoyed watching science fiction shows and movies. She loved playing Uno, spinning, making candles and collecting owls.
In addition to her parents, she...
Gladys Marie Weems (Lemley)
Feb 25, 2025
Gladys Marie (Collinge) Weems (Lemley), 97, of Branson formerly Bonne Terre, left this life February 25, 2025, at her home surrounded by ones that loved her dearly. She was born February 5, 1928, in Emporia, KS, to the late Floyd and Edith (Scharenberg) Collinge. Gladys was one of five children.
Gladys married Bernell Weems December 11, 1948, and had four children,...
Earl David DeGonia
Feb 25, 2025
Earl David DeGonia, a beloved brother, father and grandpa, departed this life on February 25, 2025, at the age of 74. Born on October 5, 1950, in Pond Creek, Missouri, Earl lived a life full of purpose, laughter, and an unwavering commitment to his family and community.
Earl, proudly served in the United States Army, where he spent time in Germany...
Pamela Friday
Feb 24, 2025
Pamela F. Friday, 81, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on February 24, 2025, in Bonne Terre. Born on August 2, 1943, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, Pamela was a grounding force in her community and a heartwarming presence in the lives of countless students and family members. Pamela dedicated her career to education, lovingly guiding first graders at...
Michael Anthony Krus
Feb 22, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Michael Anthony Krus, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, who left this world peacefully on February 22, 2025, at the age of 59. Born on May 13, 1965, in Granite City Illinois, to Jerome “Jerry” and Mary Ann (Kientzy) Krus, Sr. Michael was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Bonne...
Lorena Ruth Mayhugh
Feb 21, 2025
Lorena Ruth Mayhugh of Costa Mesa, California, passed away February 21, 2025 at The Baptist Home at the age of 103 years. She was born May 1, 1921 in Allen Township, in Worth County, Missouri, the daughter of the late Jesse and Oda (McClure) Savacool. Lorena's sister Lila Stigers and brother Victor Savacool (WWII casualty in Italy) both preceded her...
Barry "Bo" Light
Feb 19, 2025
Barry “Bo” Allen Light, 70, of Desloge, passed away February 19, 2025, at Parkland Hospital North in Bonne Terre. He was born October 10, 1954, in St. Louis, to the late Doyle and Jackie (Marin) Light.
Bo worked his entire life as a machinist, retiring after 30 years. In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing, hunting and spending time with his...
Donna Marie Griffin
Feb 18, 2025
Donna Marie Griffin, age 81 of Fredericktown, Missouri passed away on February 18, 2025, at the Mercy Jefferson Hospital in Festus, Missouri. She was born on October 21, 1943, in Cape Girardeau, Missouri to Home William and Betty Marie (Evans) Mouser.
On July 20, 1964, in Winona, Missouri, she was united in marriage to James...
Alberta "Deek" Penberthy
Feb 17, 2025
Alberta Sue Penberthy, also known as “Deek” or "Bert," passed away on Monday, February 17, 2025, in Park Hills, at the age of 75. She was born on Tuesday, November 29, 1949, in St. Louis to the late Robert Albert and Suzie May (Stone) Brazel.
Alberta was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Park Hills. For over 30 years,...
Brandon Joseph Klinkhardt
Feb 16, 2025
With aching hearts & teary eyes, we want to share with you, the unexpected passing of Brandon Joseph Klinkhardt. He is better known to his buddies, friends and acquaintances as ‘Klink’. Klink passed away on February 16, 2025, at his home at the young age of 43. He was born October 9, 1981, at Missouri Baptist Hospital in St. Louis,...
Eric L. Light
Feb 16, 2025
Eric L. Light of Arcadia, Missouri went to be with the Lord on February 16, 2025 in Pilot Knob, Missouri surrounded by his loving family. He was 69 years old. He was born on September 17, 1955 in Ironton, Missouri the son of the late Louis Eugene and Juanita Marie (Chronister) Light Sr. On December 24, 1974 he was united...
Wilma Brenon
Feb 15, 2025
Wilma D. Brenon of Farmington (formerly of Bonne Terre) passed away February 15, 2025, at Southbrook Skilled Nursing Center at the age of 91. She was born April 8, 1933, in Stanton, Alabama. Wilma enjoyed sewing and gardening, but most of all, she loved taking care of her family. She volunteered with local 4-H clubs and Girl Scout troops when...
James Obie Hartwick
Feb 15, 2025
James Obie Hartwick of Ironton, Missouri passed away on February 15, 2025. He was born In Ironton, Missouri on April 6, 1948 to Henry Edward Hartwick and Lillian (Inman) Hartwick. He was a member of the Bethany Baptist Church and was baptized on May 21, 1967. He worked at Arcadia Valley Farms as a horse trainer for August Muckler for...
Samuel Thomas Asher
Feb 14, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Samuel T. Asher, a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, on February 14, 2025, in Farmington. Samuel, known affectionately as “Sam” to those who knew him, Sam was born on August 10, 1945 to the late Ruby Campbell.
A proud veteran of the United States Army, His dedication to service was...
Kathryn L. Green
Feb 14, 2025
Our beloved mother, Kathryn Green passed away February 14, 2025, at Presbyterian Manor surrounded by family at the age of 84. Kathryn was born April 4, 1940 in Redford, MO to the late Emil and Dorothy (Martin) Allen. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, Winfred Darrell Green; two brothers, Leo...
