Obituaries
Local Obituaries in Bonne Terre, Desloge, Farmington, Park Hills, Leadwood, and Surrounding Areas in Missouri
Belinda Rose
Apr 6, 2025
On Sunday, April 6, Belinda Faye Rose of Cape Girardeau, MO, peacefully returned to the Lord at the age of 75.
Belinda was born in Metropolis, IL, on May 21, 1948. She was a long-time resident of Cape Girardeau and a devoted member of First Pentecostal Church for 22 years. Her love for her family and church community knew no bounds,...
Blane Adams
Apr 4, 2025
Blane Adams departed this world on Friday, April 4, 2025, just days shy of his 71st birthday at Missouri Baptist Hospital. Blane was born on Friday, April 9, 1954, and spent his life in Desloge, where he was a cherished member of the community.
Blane was a graduate of North County High School Class of 1972. He dedicated 47 remarkable years...
Christine Marie Baker
Apr 1, 2025
Christine Marie Baker, 87, passed away at home in Park Hills, April 1, 2025. She was born May 19, 1937 in Searcy, Arkansas to the late Loyd and Edna (Ragle) McGee. She was a member of the Cross Key Baptist Church of Florissant. Christine enjoyed sewing, puzzle making, cooking and tending to her flowers.
In addition to her parents, she was...
Keith Edward Moore
Apr 1, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Keith Edward Moore, who passed away surrounded by his loved ones at Mercy Jefferson Hospital in Festus, Missouri. Keith Edward was a beloved son, brother, uncle and friend. He entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at the age of 49. He was born on Thursday, June...
Elsie Shelley
Mar 31, 2025
Elsie Loverne Shelley, was born on the banks of Black River, January 31, 1932 in a tent, with her Mom Zella Mae, and dad George Sedgwick. She later married Nixon Counts (N.C.) Shelley for 52 years. Preceding her in death was also one sister, Loretta Campbell, from Hopkinsville, KY.
The Lord called her home at the age of 93 years and...
Wayne Wruck
Mar 31, 2025
Wayne Wruck, 77, of French Village, departed this life peacefully on March 31, 2025, at home, surrounded by those who cherished him. Born on May 16, 1947, in Fort Sheridan, Illinois, Wayne was the beloved son of the late Clifford and Dorothy (Hanley) Wruck. He honorably served his country in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam Conflict, a...
Robert "Bob" Wayne Arment
Mar 28, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Robert Wayne Arment, who passed at Farmington Community Manor, a beloved husband, father and grandfather, who entered into eternal rest on March 28, 2025, at the age of 92. Born on January 23, 1933, in Elmer, MO, to the late Joseph and Leota (Wooden) Arment. Robert lived a life...
David Ryan Young
Mar 25, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of David Ryan Young, who left this world unexpectedly on March 25, 2025, at the age of 47. Born on December 22, 1977, David was a beloved son, brother and devoted father and a friend to many. He will be profoundly missed.
David was known for his kind spirit and gentle...
Gary Angle
Mar 23, 2025
Gary Angle, age, 83, of French Village, passed away peacefully at his home Sunday, March 23, 2025, surrounded by his loving family and furry companion, Priscilla. Gary was born on Monday, January 5, 1942, in Poplar Bluff to the late Leo and Beulah (Woolard) Angle.
Gary retired from General Motors after dedicating over 33 years of service. He was a very...
Nancy Reynolds
Mar 21, 2025
It is with great sorrow and a heavy heart we must announce Nancy Louise Reynolds, 74, of St. Louis, has passed into her heavenly home on March 21, 2025. She was born October 30, 1950, in St. Louis. Nancy was the oldest child of three and the only daughter born to the late William Eugene and Ellen Inez (Moss) Reynolds....
JoAnn Marie Allen
Mar 18, 2025
JoAnn Marie Allen, 52, of Belgrade passed away March 18, 2025 at Washington County Hospital in Potosi. She was born June 18, 1972 in St. Louis, MO. JoAnn was a special education teacher. She loved her students as her own children. She enjoyed spending time outdoors, caring for her farm animals and also working as a licensed opossum rehaber. She...
Sylvia Mills
Mar 18, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sylvia Kay Mills, 69, of Park Hills, who peacefully departed this life on March 18, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Born on October 21, 1955, in Waco, Texas, Sylvia was the cherished daughter of the late William Johnie and Angie Ruth (Ritch) Hutchison. Sylvia dedicated...
Daniel Michael Smith
Mar 13, 2025
Dan Smith, 69, of Bismarck, passed away peacefully on March 13, 2025, at his home, surrounded by loved ones. Born on November 29, 1955, in St. Louis to the late John and Mary (Graham) Smith, Dan leaves behind a rich legacy woven into the fabric of his community.
Dan began his professional journey in law enforcement as a Police Dispatcher for...
Peggy Jane Wigger
Mar 13, 2025
Peggy Jane Wigger of Farmington passed away March 13, 2025, at Presbyterian Manor at the age of 93. She was born November 22, 1931, in Farmington, Missouri, to the late John Henry and Florence (Moore) McCoy. Peggy enjoyed bowling, camping, swimming, and reading. She and her girlfriends would love to play Pinochle, but most of all, she loved taking care...
Ruth Richards
Mar 11, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ruth C. Richards, 88, of Leadwood, who departed this life on March 11, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Ruth was born on January 11, 1937, in Leadwood, to the late Ralph Eugene and Martha (Dunlap) Green. She was also preceded in death by grandson, Corey...
Dorothy Mae Johnson
Mar 10, 2025
Dorothy Mae (Cleve) Johnson, 85, of Farmington passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, March 10, 2025, at Southbrook Skilled Nursing Center, in Farmington, Missouri.
Born November 10, 1939, in Farmington, Missouri, she was the daughter of John Frederick Cleve and Hazel Bernice (Worley) Cleve, who preceded her in death.
She was also preceded in death by her husband, Wayne Earl Johnson, and...
Lesa Ann Valleroy
Mar 10, 2025
Lesa Ann Valleroy, 66 of Athens, Alabama, passed away at Huntsville Hospital on March 10, 2025. Lesa was born December 24, 1958, in Bonne Terre, MO., to the late Graden and Molly “Carrow” Valleroy.
She was a contractor for the government and enjoyed spending time with her dog, Coco.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Graden and Molly “Carrow” Valleroy.
Lesa...
Roy Skelton
Mar 9, 2025
Roy Herschel Skelton, 85, of Bonne Terre, passed away at his residence surrounded by his loving family on March 9, 2025, in Bonne Terre, MO. He was born on October 4, 1939, in Waynesboro, Tennessee to the late Olen H. and Davie L. (McClain) Skelton. Roy proudly served his country in the United States Army. Following his discharge, Roy owned...
Sharon Ann Kalal
Mar 8, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Sharon Ann Kalal, who left us on March 8, 2025, at the age of 65. Born on July 1, 1959, in Bonne Terre, MO, Sharon was a vibrant spirit who embraced life with a passion that was infectious. She leaves behind a legacy of love and laughter that will forever be cherished...
Victor Gale "Vic" Marler
Mar 7, 2025
Victor Gale Marler, 65, of Farmington, passed away peacefully at his home on March 7, 2025, surrounded by family. He was born April 5, 1959 in Farmington, MO.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Harold (Gale) and Sandra Marler; his twin sister, Vivaca Smith; and granddaughter, Vivian Marler.
Vic is survived by his devoted wife, Rhonda; daughter, Briana (Craig) Ross;...
