Obituaries

Local Obituaries in Bonne Terre, Desloge, Farmington, Park Hills, Leadwood, and Surrounding Areas in Missouri

Charlotte F Stevens

Charlotte F Stevens

Jan 3, 2015

Charlotte Faye (Turnbough) Stevens of Arnold, was born July 26, 1941 in Courtois, to the late William and Bessie (Medley) Oliver and passed away at St. Clare Hospital in Fenton, on Saturday, January 3, 2015, at the age of 73. Charlotte was united in marriage to Robert D. "Bob" Turnbough in 1958 and to this union, 3 children were born....

Tracy Barker

Tracy Barker

Jan 2, 2015

Tracy (Niemiec) Italiano Barker, of Park Hills, passed away Friday, January 2, 2015 at her home. She was born Friday, May 4, 1962 to the late Joseph and Sue (McGee) Niemiec in New York. Tracy raised exotic animals and loved her kangaroos. Tracy is survived by her husband, Ty Barker; children, Jonathon and Alyssa Italiano; step daughter, Brianna Barker; brother,...

Joy Rendleman

Joy Rendleman

Jan 2, 2015

Joy Rendleman, 70, of Bonne Terre passed away January 2, 2015 at Parkland Health Center in Farmington. She was born October 25, 1944 in St. Louis. She is preceded in death by her mother, Dorothy "Theresa" (Costillo) Wester and a daughter, Katherine McAllister. Joy is survived by her father James Wester; husband, Charlie Rendleman; children, Henry McAllister of St. Louis,...

Louise (Heitman) Larue Dees

Louise (Heitman) Larue Dees

Jan 1, 2015

Louise Dees, 78, of Imperial, formerly of St. Louis, passed away Thursday, January 1, 2015 at de Greef Hospice House. She was born in St. Louis on August 12, 1936 to the late Vernon Lloyd and Martha Irene (GoForth) Heitman. The family moved to Imperial, MO in December, 1949. Also preceding her in death were brothers Raymond and Larry Heitman....

Russell Raymond Macbride, Sr.

Russell Raymond Macbride, Sr.

Dec 31, 2014

Mr. Russell Raymond MacBride, Sr., passed away Wednesday morning, December 31, 2014, at the Southbrook Skilled Nursing Center, in Farmington, at the age of 84 years, 9 months & 25 days. Russell was born March 6, 1930, in St. Louis, and was the son of Henry MacBride and Jeannie 'Nicoll' MacBride. Also preceding-in-death were: his wife, Shirley 'West' MacBride (Jan....

Joseph H. Fritsche

Joseph H. Fritsche

Dec 28, 2014

Joseph H. Fritsche, 61, of Bonne Terre passed into God's arms December 28, 2014 at Mercy Hospital Jefferson in Festus with his loving family and friends surrounding him. He was born May 12, 1953 in California to Herbert "Chick" Fritsche and Roberta (Casseaue) Bone. Joe proudly served his country in the United States Navy. He loved riding motorcycles, working on...

Christopher Jon "Marty" Miller

Christopher Jon "Marty" Miller

Dec 28, 2014

Christopher "Marty" Miller, 55, of Cabot AR, passed away on Sunday, December 28, 2014. He was born on January 25, 1959 in Bonne Terre, MO to the late Helen (Rokan) Miller. Marty worked as an engineer for the Union Pacific Railroad for over 25 years, transferring to Central Arkansas in 1998. He was an avid Democrat who loved his children...

Irvin N. Brooks

Irvin N. Brooks

Dec 26, 2014

Irvin Brooks, 75, of Leadwood, passed away December 26, 2014 at Parkland Health Center in Farmington. He was born January 17, 1939 to the late Herbert and Marie Brooks. Irvin was a member of the Leadwood Baptist Church, and he was an avid CBier with the handle "Tree Trimmer." He worked over 30 years as a drywall hanger to provide...

Sue M. Koeller

Sue M. Koeller

Dec 25, 2014

Sue Mary Koeller, 78, of Bonne Terre passed away December 25, 2014. She was born October 14, 1936 in Festus. She was a member of the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Bonne Terre, where she also taught at the school for many years. She was preceded in death by her parents, Cecil and Edith (Franklin) McClain; daughter, Karen Sue Hammond;...

Orvil Sikes

Orvil Sikes

Dec 24, 2014

Orvil Murrill Sikes, age 96 passed away December 24, 2014 at St. Joe Manor. He was born January 8, 1918 at Dexter, MO to the late James and Irene (Woolem) Sikes Preceded in death by parents, his wife Gertrude (Huff) Sikes, and three brothers, Olin, Alvin, and Herschel Sikes. Mr. Sikes is survived by one daughter, Linda (Rick) Poston of...

Frank Higgins

Frank Higgins

Dec 23, 2014

Francis "Frank" L. Higgins, 62, of Desloge passed away December 23, 2014. He was born January 2, 1952 in Crystal City. Frank was a hardworking man who loved racing and working on cars. He also had a great love for his family, especially his children and grandsons. He was preceded in death by his parents, Terrence and Ruth (Seabaugh) Higgins...

Billy Ray Myers

Billy Ray Myers

Dec 23, 2014

Mr. Billy Ray Myers passed away at his Farmington residence early Tuesday morning, December 23, 2014, at the age of 78 years, 7 months & 7 days. Billy was born on May 16, 1936, in Esther, Missouri, and was the son of Frank Myers and Lillian 'Smith' Myers. Also preceding-in-death were: 2 sons - Billy Ray Myers (2014); Shane Myers...

Mark Andrew Lindsey

Mark Andrew Lindsey

Dec 22, 2014

Mark Lindsey, 29, of Park Hills, passed away December 22, 2014 as a result of an auto accident. He was born October 20, 1985 in Farmington to Chuck and Lea (Barnes) Lindsey, also of Park Hills. He was a certified weather spotter, and a member of the Eastern Ozarks Amateur Radio Club. Mark was dedicated member of the First Baptist...

Oral Marie Chandler

Oral Marie Chandler

Dec 21, 2014

Oral Marie Chandler, 91, of Farmington passed away December 21, 2014 at Presbyterian Manor. She was born June 2, 1923 in Caledonia to the late Charles and Essie (Newcomb) Reed. She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Charles Chandler. She is survived by three daughters, Ann (Mrs. Bruce) Nethington of Kirkwood, MO, Sue (Mrs. James) Berry...

Teddy G. Dale

Teddy G. Dale

Dec 21, 2014

Teddy G. Dale, 74, of Bonne Terre passed away December 21, 2014. He was born February 17, 1940 in Bardley, MO to the late James and Mabel (Johnson) Dale. He proudly served his country in the United States Army. He is survived by his wife, Cindy Dale. He was a loving father, step-father, grandfather, great-grandfather and brother. Visitation will be...

Ada Geraldine Morgan

Ada Geraldine Morgan

Dec 19, 2014

Jerry Morgan, 80, of Bonne Terre, passed away December 19, 2014 at her home surrounded by loved ones. She was born March 1, 1934 in Dayton, OH, to the late Tolbert Abner and Esther (Cox) Bernard. Jerry was known for her passion as an antique dealer, which allowed her and late husband Reece, to travel among all the states. She...

Dr. Jack Mullen

Dr. Jack Mullen

Dec 18, 2014

Jack Mullen. M.D., 91, of Bonne Terre passed away December 18, 2014 at the Missouri Veterans Home in Mexico, MO. He was born April 19, 1923 in Las Animas, Colorado to the late Harvey and Mary Lucille (Jeffrey) Mullen. Also preceding him in death on Sept. 16, 2009, was his loving wife of 65 years, Edna (Roedel) Mullen, whom he...

Billie L. Jones

Billie L. Jones

Dec 18, 2014

Billie Louise (Sago) Jones, 67, of Bonne Terre passed away December 18, 2014. She was born May 23, 1947 in Leadwood to the late Samuel L. and Lillian (Brewer) Sago. Also preceding her in death was her sister, Sandra Straughan; brother, Michael Brooks; special cousin, Lynnette Munro; special aunt, Ruth Sago. Billie was a member of the East Bonne Terre...

Marie E. Harrowitz

Marie E. Harrowitz

Dec 18, 2014

Marie E. Harrowitz, 98, of Bonne Terre passed away December 18, 2014 at Georgian Gardens Nursing Center in Potosi. She was born November 21, 1916 in Bonne Terre to the late Clarence and Florence (Carrow) Aubuchon. Also preceding her in death was her husband, Frederick Harrowitz; brother, Homer Aubuchon; sister, Beulah Fetsch; five nephews, Robert, Clarence "Joe", Glennon, Edward and...

Charles "Bill" Seabourne

Charles "Bill" Seabourne

Dec 14, 2014

Mr. Charles "Bill" Seabourne passed away at his Farmington residence late Sunday morning, December 14, 2014, at the age of 87 years, 2 months & 28 days. Charles was born on September 16, 1927, in Leadwood, MO., & was the son of Henry Raymond Seabourne & Esther Elizabeth 'Robinson' Seabourne. Also preceding-in-death were : 2 brothers Jackie & Alfred Seabourne...