Obituaries

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...

Charlotte Louise Settlemoir

Apr 2, 2025

Charlotte Louise Settlemoir, age 84, passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at her daughter's home in Fredericktown, Missouri. She was born on August 27, 1940, to the late Edward "Eddie" and Charlotte (Meyer) Freeman of Arnold, Missouri.

She is survived by one daughter Kathy (Mike) Campbell, one son – Kenny (Donna) Settlemoir, one brother...

Robert Dennis Smith, Jr.

Apr 2, 2025

Robert Dennis Smith, Jr., age 82 of Marquand, Missouri passed away on Wednesday, April 02,2025, at his home in Marquand. He was born on January 03, 1943, in St. Louis, Missouri to Robert Dennis and Mamie Lorene (Charlton) Smith, Sr.

Survivors include: two sisters – Helen Rodriquez of Fredericktown, Missouri and Laverne Webb of St....

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...

Juanita Joyce Thompson

Mar 30, 2025

Juanita Joyce Thompson, age 100, passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2025, at her home in O'Fallon, Missouri. She was born on December 24, 1924, in Fredericktown, Missouri to George Washington and Gussie Estell (Adams) Sample.

She was united in marriage to Willard Wesley Thompson, he precedes her in death.

She...

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...

Sherry Janice Camden

Mar 24, 2025

Sherry Janice Camden of Loxley, Alabama passed away March 24, 2025 at the young age of 80. She was born on June 30, 1944 in Iron Mountain, Missouri. She was the daughter of the late Jesse and Edna (Henson) Jones. On March 13, 1965 she was united in marriage to Stoney Lee Camden from Graniteville, Missouri who proceeded her in...

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...

Sherman Floyd Starkey

Mar 22, 2025

Sherman Floyd Starkey, age 83 went to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 22, 2025, at his home near Sedgewickville, Missouri. He was born on March 9, 1942, in Marquand, Missouri to Dolph and Myrtle Mae (Cureton) Starkey.

On November 25, 1960, in Marquand, Missouri, he was united in marriage to Betty Faye Tucker....

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...

Carl Ray Buckner

Mar 17, 2025

Carl Ray Buckner, age 80, of Fredericktown, Missouri passed away on Sunday, March 16 2025, at the Parkland Health Center in Farmington, Missouri. He was born on July 12, 1944, in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina.

On June 5, 1965, he was united in marriage to Rebecca Raye Lemons, she survives near Fredericktown.

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Bradley Curtis Walker

Mar 17, 2025

Bradley Curtis Walker of Arcadia, Missouri passed away March 17, 2025 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was 74 years old. He was born February 24, 1951 in Silvermines, Missouri the son of the late Millard and Velma (Allen) Walker. On March 10, 1974 he was united in marriage to Pamela Jean Young who survives. Brad is...

"Thad"

Mar 15, 2025

Thaddeus, Lee Myers "Thad", age 38 of Fredericktown, Missouri passed away on Saturday, March 15, 2025, in Fredericktown. He was born on November 29, 1986, in Farmington, Missouri, a son of Keith and Patricia (Warren) Myers.

On April 3, 2023, in Farmington, he was united in marriage to Jamie Nicole Edwards, she survives in Fredericktown....