Obituaries

Dorothy "Rustee" Rochelle James

Nov 15, 2024

Dorothy Rochelle James, known to her loved ones as Rustee, passed away on Friday, November 15, 2024, just two days shy of her 62nd birthday. Born on Saturday, November 17, 1962, in Festus, MO, to the late Donald Earl and Nona Marie (Tullock) James.

Rustee cherished her passion for art, finding solace and joy in creating beautiful paper crafts, intricate drawings,...

Amanda Catherine Whitmore

Nov 13, 2024

Amanda Catherine Whitmore, of Doe Run, Missouri, (formerly of Fredericktown, Missouri) passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at her home in Doe Run at the age of 44. She was born on March 3, 1980, in Odessa, Texas, a daughter of Charles Marcellous and Mariam Catherine (Scott) Grizzell.

On January 13, 2001, at Mtn....

Wayne Sherrill

Nov 13, 2024

Leroy Wayne Sherrill, 86, of Farmington, passed away November 13, 2024 at The Lutheran Home in Cape Girardeau. He was born April 8, 1938 in Herculaneum, to the late Roy and Lela (Ruble) Sherrill. Wayne proudly served his country in the United States Navy. He was a member of Memorial United Methodist Church of Farmington. Wayne retired from Flat River...

Linda Jean Carlyon

Nov 12, 2024

Linda Jean Carlyon passed away peacefully on November 12, 2024, surrounded by her beloved family. Born on February 17, 1947, in Frankclay, Missouri. Linda was a cherished daughter of Rosalie Vaul. She was lovingly raised by her grandparents, Mable and Herb Cox, who instilled in her a deep sense of faith, family, and kindness.

Linda was preceded in death by her...

Teri Bowen

Nov 12, 2024

Theresia “Teri” Bowen, passed away on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, in Farmington at Parkland Hospital in Farmington surrounded by her loving family. She was born on Thursday, August 16, 1945, in Bonne Terre, to the late James Clifford and Lena Marguerite (Bible) Smith. 

 In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband of 45 years, Duane...

Jerri Lynn Anderson

Nov 10, 2024

Jerri Lynn Anderson, age 54 of Perryville, Missouri, passed away on Sunday, November 10, 2024, at the Southeast Missouri Hospital in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. She was born on June 22, 1970, in Festus, Missouri to Jerry Jerome-Gilbert and Linda Lydia (Derquee) Kertz.

She had married Bruce Anderson; he precedes her in death.

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Joyce Brand

Nov 10, 2024

Joyce Ann Brand, age 77, passed away at Parkland Health Center in Farmington on November 10, 2024. She was born July 16, 1947, in Bonne Terre to the late Glenwood and Kathryn (Gardner) Curdt. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her sister, Donna Kay Curdt and a brother in infancy, Glennon Curdt.

Joyce was a...

Harold Eugene Sells

Nov 9, 2024

Harold Eugene Sells, age 90 of Jackson, Missouri, passed away on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at the Veterans Memorial Home in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. He was born on January 7, 1934, in Neelyville, Missouri to Charles Porter and Lillian (Terry) Sells. .

On November 18, 1962, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri he was united in marriage...

Brenda Schroeder

Nov 7, 2024

Brenda Schroeder, 72, of Farmington, passed away peacefully, November 7, 2024, at her home surrounded by her loved ones. She was born March 13, 1952, in St. Louis, to the late Otis Henry and Magdaline LuLu “Pete” (Wright) Dunlap. Brenda’s favorite past time was fishing, and she fished every chance she could get. She enjoyed painting, but her pride and...

Gregory Coy Wilson

Nov 6, 2024

Greg Wilson, 66, of Bonne Terre, passed away surrounded by his loved ones November 6, 2024, at Mercy St. Louis. He was born November 2, 1958, in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, to Coy and Peggy (Orton) Wilson. 

 Greg was a member of New Life Assembly of God Church and served as a beloved member of the worship team. He was employed as...

Belinda Annette Hall

Nov 6, 2024

Belinda Hall, 64, of Frankclay, passed away November 6, 2024, at her home. She was born July 5, 1960, in Bonne Terre, to Larry Dean and Nancy Louise (Davis) Webb. Belinda’s main joy in life was her family, especially her grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Nancy Webb and one uncle, Anthony Davis.

Belinda is survived by her loving...

Robert "Bobby" Paul White,ll

Nov 5, 2024

Robert Paul White II, known to his loved ones as just Bobby, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 surrounded by his family, at the age of 50, in his hometown of Bonne Terre, Missouri. Born on Monday, May 20, 1974, to the late Robert Paul and Joyce (Degonia) White.

Bobby was a blue-collar man who found joy in life's...

Roland Lee Green

Nov 4, 2024

Roland Lee Green, age 66 of Ironton, Missouri, passed away on Monday, November 4, 2024, in Iron County.  He was born on February 8, 1958, in Flora, Illinois, to Robert and Modena (Gaines) Green.

In Randolph County, Illinois, he was united in marriage to Ruth Ann Miller, she survives at the home.  He is also survived by...

Maxine Mary Mueller

Nov 4, 2024

Maxine Mary Mueller, age 89, of Fredericktown, Missouri, passed away on Monday, November 4, 2024, at her daughter's home in Central City, Kentucky. She was born on July 9, 1935, in Fredericktown, to John and Pearl (Thorton) Lee.

She had married William "Bill" Mueller, he precedes her in death.

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Ina Louise Varnum

Nov 3, 2024

Ina Louise Varnum, age 85, of Annapolis, Missouri passed away on Sunday, November 3, 2024, at the Stockhoff Memorial Nursing Center. She was born July 16, 1939, to Lloyd and Opal (Hinkle) Varnum.

She is survived by her two children – Sheryl King of California and James King of Annapolis.

In...

Louise Elliott

Nov 3, 2024

Louise "Weezie" Elliott known to many as "Mom", went to be with the Lord on November 3, 2024. She was born October 28, 1941, the fourth of six children born to the union of the late Richard and Emma (Hughes) Lindsey. In addition to her parents, Louise was preceded in death by two brothers: William Lindsey and Jimmy Lindsey and...

Thomas Spears

Nov 2, 2024

Lynn Thomas Spears, age 71, of Desloge, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at his residence in Desloge. He was born on Monday, August 3, 1953, in Little Rock, Arkansas. 

Thomas was talented at playing the piano and organ. He shared his passion for music by playing the organ at First Congregational Church in Bonne Terre. His love for...

Patricia "Diane" Politte

Nov 2, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Diane Politte,68, of Bonne Terre, a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, who departed this life on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis. Born on Tuesday, November 29, 1955 in Bonne Terre. Diane was a compassionate soul whose kindness touched the lives of all who had the privilege...

Blanche White

Nov 1, 2024

 Blanche White, age 84, of Park Hills, passed away Friday, November 1, 2024, at Camelot Skilled Nursing Center in Farmington. She was born on Wednesday, March 13, 1940, in Esther to the late Burlon and Pearl (McCutcheon) Jenkerson.

 She was a former assembly worker at Bussman, where she worked diligently for many years. Blanche found solace in her faith and was...

Ron L. McWilliams

Nov 1, 2024

Ron McWilliams, 86, of Desloge, passed away November 1, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loved ones. He was born May 27, 1938, in Esther to the late Paul Vernon and Opal Louise (Umfleet) McWilliams. Ronald was a proud member of the Masonic Lodge, in Desloge. 

He was preceded in death by his parents; loving wife, Charlean (Wilkinson) McWilliams; one...