Obituaries

Jul 17, 2024

Geraldine “Geri” Smith Poucher, 68 of Farmington, formerly of Bonne Terre, passed away on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at Presbyterian Manor. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Bonne Terre. 

 Born on Saturday, March 10, 1956 in Driedorf, Germany to her loving parents, Bronce and Theresia “Rosie” (Lindner) Smith. 

 In her earlier years Geri enjoyed bowling, ceramics, cross stitching,...

Jul 14, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Yvonica "Vonnie" Waldrop, at the age of 61. Vonnie, born on January 1, 1963, tragically departed from us on July 14, 2024, due to a motorcycle accident. She was the cherished daughter of Brian Feiner and Marty Ashby, now resting peacefully with them in heaven.

Vonnie's life was a testament...

Jul 14, 2024

Cheryl A. Jones, 65, of Ironton passed away July 14, 2024 at Kindred Hospital St. Louis South. She was born January 26, 1959 in St. Louis to the late Milton Nicholas and Dorothy Marie (Coleman) Singer. Cheryl was a member of the First Baptist Church of DeLassus. She enjoyed camping, hunting and sitting in the river. She loved spending time...

Jul 14, 2024

Marilyn June (Miller) Hulsey, of Arcadia, Missouri passed away on July 14, 2024, in Pilot Knob, Missouri at the age of 88 years. She was born June 1, 1936, in Cape Girardeau, Missouri the daughter of the late Payton and Hazel (Kurre) Miller of Oak Ridge, Missouri. On July 24, 1960, she was united in marriage to Orville Dean Hulsey...

Jul 13, 2024

Tamarra “Kay” (Schrum) Smith, a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister passed away Saturday, July 13, 2024, at Camelot Nursing Center in Farmington, from complications of COPD. She was 77 years 10 months and 16 days old. She was Boxie and Velma Schrum’s youngest daughter. She has been reunited with her parents and her nieces; Andrea Crook and Shana Le...

Jul 9, 2024

Baby girl, Edme Elizabeth Wilson, one month and eight days of age, went to be with the angels on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, at Children's Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri. She was born on May 31, 2024, in St. Louis to Deon and Kaitlynn (Whitchurch) Wilson.

She is survived by her parents – Deon &...

Jul 9, 2024

Dwayne Lee LaChance, age 70, passed away on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, at his home near Arcadia, Missouri. He was born on March 2, 1954, in St. Louis, Missouri to Eugene and Lillian (Francis) LaChance.

On May 8, 2008, in St. Louis, he was united in marriage to Virginia Ann Tysdal, she survives at the...

Jul 9, 2024

Marlene Hedgcorth, 89, of Bonne Terre, passed away peacefully, July 9, 2024, at Presbyterian Manor in Farmington, surrounded by her loving family. Marlene was born December 8, 1934, in Center City, MN, to the late Steven James and Gladys Marie (Robinson) Grandstrand. 

 She was a faithful member of the Trinity Lutheran Church, the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League (LWML), and Ladies Aid...

Jul 8, 2024

Vera Ann Hudson, 86 of Bonne Terre, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 8, 2024, at Camelot Nursing Facility in Farmington. Born on Monday, July 12, 1937, in Hayti, MO, she was a member of the Gospel Light Freewill Baptist Church in Bonne Terre, and a past member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary in Cahokia, Illinois. Vera was a loving...

Jul 7, 2024

Lora Dickens, 59, of Leadington, passed away July 7, 2024, at Missouri Baptist Medical Center in St. Louis. She was born February 12, 1965, in Jackson, TN, to the late Harold and Demetria (Pennington) Barker. Lora was employed for more than 30 years with Lee Mechanical.

 She was preceded in death by her parents; and two brothers, Tim and Mark Barker.

Lora...

Jul 7, 2024

Arieta “Rita” Jean Dailey, age, 78, of Bonne Terre, beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother passed away on Sunday, July 7, 2024, at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis. Rita was born on Friday, September 14, 1945, in St. Louis to the late Harry and Mattie (Bomher) Crawford.  

Rita was a dedicated member of Primrose Baptist Church in Bonne Terre. She...

Jul 7, 2024

The family of Gretta McGee is saddened to announce her passing at the age of 90 on July 7, 2024. Gretta, born in Muhlenberg County, Kentucky, to Willie and Mary (Jenkins) Cox, lived a life devoted to her family and faith. A beloved member of the First Baptist Church in Desloge, she found joy in attending services and connecting with...

Jul 6, 2024

Donna Lee Marie Hasemeier (Garner), age 78, of Bonne Terre, passed away Saturday, July 6, 2024, at Mercy South Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri. Donna was born December 19, 1945 to the late Leslie Arthur and Rozalia Mary (Howard) Garner in St. Louis, Missouri. Donna worked as a childcare provider for many years in her home and worked outside the...

Jul 6, 2024

Andrew Foster “Drew” Harris, 52, of St. Louis passed away July 6, 2024 at St. Louis University Hospital. He was born July 13, 1971 in Florida. 

He was preceded in death by his father, Foster Allen Harris.

Drew is survived by his mother, Dorothy (Raymond) Newman; two children, Victoria Harris and Trey Harris; sister, Allison Harris; two step-brothers, John Harris and Robert...

Jul 6, 2024

 Dwane “Dink” DeGrant, age 82, of Farmington, passed away Saturday, July 6, 2024, at his residence in Farmington. Dink was born on Saturday, July 12, 1941, in Rivermines, MO to the late Vernon “Dink” and Almenia Mae (Campbell) DeGrant. Dink proudly served his country in the United States Navy

 In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his...

Jul 5, 2024

 Jane Bess, 86, of Doe Run passed away Friday, July 5, 2024, at home surrounded by her family. Jane was born on Thursday, August 12, 1937, in Doe Run, Missouri, to the late John and Ella (Ashby) Weiss. 

 In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 45 years, Dale C. Bess; siblings, John Weiss,...

Jul 3, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Kiwanis “Connie” Elaine Howard, 71, of Bonne Terre. She passed away peacefully at Mercy Jefferson Hospital in Festus on Wednesday, July 3, 2024, leaving a void in the lives of all those who knew and loved her. Born on Sunday, December 14, 1952, in St. Albans, WV, Connie was a devoted mother,...

Jul 3, 2024

Robert “Bob” P. White, age, 80, lived a fulfilling life, filled with love, laughter, and hard work. He was born on Tuesday, November 9, 1943, in Bonne Terre to the late James Clarence and Elvada (Nash) White. Bob passed away on Wednesday, July 3, 2024, at Barnes Jewish Hospital

 Bob was preceded in death by his loving wife of 47 years,...

Jul 3, 2024

Michael Thomas Sweeney, 81, of Desloge, passed away peacefully, July 3, 2024, surrounded by the ones who loved him dearly. He was born December 23, 1942, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late Michael C. and Mary (Moore) Sweeney. Michael served his country in the United States Coast Guard. He later became an iron worker in Chicago and was a member...

Jun 30, 2024

 

Lee Ward Usina age 94, of Bonne Terre, passed away on Sunday, June 30, 2024, at Delmar Gardens of Meramec Valley in Fenton. He was born on Tuesday, May 6, 1930, in St. Augustine, Florida, where he spent the first 20 years of his life surrounded by family. He was proud of his Minorcan heritage and culture, constantly sharing it...