Obituaries

Jan 11, 2025

Martha Jane Duncan, age 82, of Pilot Knob, Missouri, passed away on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at Stockhoff Memorial Nursing Center in Fredericktown, Missouri. She was born on June 6, 1942, in Alton, Missouri to Ernest Edward and Ollie Sylvia (Jackson) Harding.

She is survived by one son – Bruce Duncan and wife Tammy; three...

Jan 11, 2025

Patricia Mae Adams, age 82 of Fredericktown, Missouri, passed away on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at Camelot Nursing Home in Farmington, Missouri. She was born on February 25, 1942, in Fredericktown to Robert Tallent and Ethel Jewell (Cole) Hawn.

On June 16, 2006, in Fredericktown, she was united in marriage to Everett Garry...

Jan 10, 2025

Patricia Anette Blick of Ironton, Missouri passed away January 10, 2025 at the Baptist Home at the age of 87 years. She was born February 21, 1937 in Lodi, Missouri, the daughter of the late Benjamin and Lora (Young) Matthews. On December 5, 1959, she was united in marriage to Robert Smith Blick who preceded her in death on October...

Jan 10, 2025

Glenora H. Gibbons formerly of Desloge, Missouri passed away January 10, 2025 at Presbyterian Manor at the age of 100 years. She was born September 4, 1924 in Edge Hill, Missouri, the daughter of the late James Corbett and Lillie Elsada (Lewis) Reeves. On March 19, 1955, she was united in marriage to Harold Leroy Gibbons who preceded her in...

Jan 10, 2025

Kellie Wray Pryor of Arcadia, Missouri passed away January 10, 2025 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born October 9, 1962 in Portland, Oregon the daughter of the late Dwight Mason and Nina Lorene (McCalip) Allison. On May 14, 2010 Kellie was united in marriage to Tony Pryor who survives. She is also survived by her...

Jan 9, 2025

 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lennie Smith, who departed this life on January 9, 2025, at the age of 71. Lennie was born on February 16, 1953, he was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend whose life was marked by faith, service, and a passionate love for his family.

Leonard was a lifetime member...

Jan 7, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Carl L. Smith, age 82, who left this world peacefully on January 7, 2025, at Southbrook Skilled Nursing Center in Farmington. Born on October 6, 1942, in Madison County to the late Rev. Homer Leroy and Dorothy (Meyers) Smith, Carl was a cherished member of his community, known for...

Jan 7, 2025

Henry Louis Allread formerly of Belleview, Missouri passed away in Farmington, Missouri at the age of 89 years. He was born August 12, 1935, in Butler County, Missouri the son of the late Harold and Etta (Abernathy) Allread. Lou was preceded in death by his wife: Mary Hall, his brother: Donald Allread; and his three sisters: Veta, Dorothy and Phebe....

Jan 6, 2025

Adam Ray Wilson, 48, passed away January 06, 2025, at Parkland Hospital in Farmington. He was born September 07, 1976, to Chester Ray Wilson and Barbara (Ed) Lueth. Adam spent the greatest part of his youth volunteering as a firefighter for DeSoto. He often shared that the bonds created during this passion made him the man he became. It was...

Jan 6, 2025

Mary Josephine Pinkley, 82, of Farmington passed away January 6, 2025 at Camelot Nursing Center in Farmington. She was born September 14, 1942 in Chelsea, MA to the late Daniel and Phyllis (Hall) Sullivan. 

Arrangements are under the direction of C.Z. Boyer & Son Funeral Home - Taylor Chapel in Farmington.

Jan 5, 2025

George William Looney, age 82, passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2025, at his home in Fredericktown, Missouri. He was born on July 14, 1942, in Puxico, Missouri, to Erastus Otto and Iva Lula Ella (Walker) Looney.

On January 20, 1967, in St. Louis, Missouri he was united in marriage to Linda Mae Martin, she...

Jan 4, 2025

Leonard Edgar Parson, age 78 passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2025, at his son's home in Fredericktown, Missouri. He was born on July 25, 1946, in Mill Creek, Missouri, to Roscoe Leonard and Mary Lou (Bogart) Parson.

On August 26, 1964, in Fredericktown, he was united in marriage to Linda Ann Allen who preceded...

Jan 3, 2025

Edward “Eddie” Richard Dallas, Jr., passed away unexpectedly on Friday, January 3, 2025, at the age of 62. He was born on Wednesday, January 24, 1962, to the late Edward “Ed” and Judith “Judy” (Derque) Dallas, Sr. Eddie was raised Catholic and graduated from St. Pius High School in 1980 and embarked on a fulfilling career shortly, thereafter, dedicating 37...

Jan 3, 2025

Donna Lee Tillotson-Riggs of Fredericktown, Missouri passed away at her home on January 3, 2025. Born May 11, 1956 in Lewiston, Maine, Donna is the daughter of (the late) John Charles Goffin and his wife Betty Lou (Ryea) Goffin, who resides in Ipswich, Massachusetts. Donna was one of a kind. She was energetic and unfiltered. She said what she thought,...

Jan 2, 2025

Phyllis Maxine Downey-Hartupee, 91, of Farmington passed away January 2, 2025. She was born January 1, 1934, in Beckley, WV to the late John Reid and Gladys Marguerite (Lawson) McCartney. Phyllis was a member of the St. Catherine of Alexandria Church of Coffman, MO. 

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her brother, James McCartney and...

Jan 1, 2025

Forrest Donald “Don” Nye, 79, of Doe Run passed away January 1, 2025 at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis. He was born June 3, 1945 in Bourbon, MO to the late Forrest Able and Cleo Helen (Sauders) Nye. Don was a faithful member of Emmanuel Baptist Church in Doe Run and enjoyed researching biblical prophecy. He loved being outdoors...

Dec 31, 2024

Betty Ann Forsythe, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away Community Manor on December 31, 2024, at the age of 93. Born on September 11, 1931, in Flat River, Missouri, to the late Joel Hardy and Bertha Ann (Lander) Koen Sr.

In addition to her parents, Betty was preceded in death by her loving husband, Warren D. Forsythe; great-grand...

Dec 31, 2024

Russel “Russ” Leroy Hopwood, passed away on December 31, 2024, at the age of 65. Russ was born on January 3, 1959, in Washington, Missouri to William Fred and Dorothy (Ray) Hopwood. Friends and family across Missouri knew of Russ’s unwavering kindness and dedication to others. 

Russ enjoyed a fulfilling career as a heavy equipment mechanic, culminating in his retirement with...

Dec 30, 2024

Walter Robert Gouin, a beloved brother and devoted servant of the Lord, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 30, 2024, at the age of 93. Born on Monday, February 2, 1931, Walter lived a life rich with purpose and faith. Walter was a proud veteran who served in the United States Army, His commitment to service extended beyond his military...

Dec 30, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Steven Lyn Messer on Monday, December 30th, 2024, at Mercy Jefferson Hospital in Festus, Missouri. He was born on Monday, July 25, 1966, in St. Louis, Missouri. He was 58 years old at the time of his passing. 

 Steve was preceded in death by his mother, Lelia Skelton, and sister,...