Obituaries

Dec 15, 2024

Shirley June Dugal, 90, of Bonne Terre passed away December 15, 2024. She was born April 9, 1934 in Farmington, MO to the late Anderson D. and Opal (Bloom) Counts. Shirley was a member of Three Rivers Baptist Church. She loved gardening and working in her yard. She also enjoyed spending time with family.

In addition to her parents, she was...

Dec 14, 2024

Ethel Marie Hopkins, age 90, of Farmington, passed away Saturday, December 14, 2024, at Camelot Nursing Facility. Ethel was born on Thursday, March 1, 1934, to the late Harry Edgar and Kathryn “Flesch” Wann, Sr. She was a member of the Pendleton United Baptist Church and a member of the Order of the Eastern Star.

 Ethel devoted many years of her...

Dec 10, 2024

It is with both heavy hearts and joyful memories that we celebrate the life of Gary Milton Busenbark, who passed away in an unfortunate accident on December 10, 2024, at the age of 85. Born on September 4, 1939, in Bonne Terre, to the late Leslie and Irene (Honbeck) Busenbark, Gary was a beloved husband, father, grandpa and entrepreneur, whose...

Dec 9, 2024

Sandra Fay Gorse age 89 passed away on Monday, December 9, 2024, at her home near Fredericktown, Missouri. She was born on August 29, 1935, in Mill Creek, Missouri to William Jennings and Bessie Caroline (Wray) East.

On May 9, 1982, in Nowata, Oklahoma, she was married to Joseph Gorse, he preceded her in death...

Dec 9, 2024

 

Connie Jean Waller, 65, of Farmington passed away December 9, 2024, at her residence surrounded by her loving family. She was born November 19, 1959, in Bonne Terre to the late John “Jake” F. and Doris Jean (Richardson) Waller. She was a member of the First Free Will Baptist Church of Farmington. 

 A proud registered nurse for over 30 years, Connie...

Dec 9, 2024

Ellen Willene White, 88, formerly of Bonne Terre, passed away peacefully, on Monday, December 9, 2024, at Scenic Nursing Facility in Herculaneum, leaving behind cherished memories for her family and friends. She lived a fulfilling life, where she embraced the simple joys of existence with an unwavering passion. Ellen was born on Sunday, January 26, 1936, in Piggot, Arkansas, to...

Dec 8, 2024

Damien Reon Rongey, 22, of Farmington passed away December 8, 2024. He was born July 14, 2002, in St. Louis. Damien was a 2020 graduate of Farmington High School. He earned a degree in Biology from Mineral Area College and Environmental Science from Missouri University of Science and Technology at Rolla. He was member of the Eco Miners at Missouri...

Dec 8, 2024

Robert G. Coale, lovingly known as Robbie, 58, of Park Hills, is remembered for his vibrant spirit and deep devotion to family. He tragically passed away on December 8, 2024, as a result of an auto accident. Born on December 17, 1965, in Bonne Terre to the late Robert and Betty (Gilliland) Coale, Robbie lived a life filled with joy,...

Dec 7, 2024

Stephen Wayne Bible, age 68 passed away on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at his home in Fredericktown, Missouri. He was born on November 21, 1956, in St. Louis, Missouri, to Harry Oscar and Sadie Helen (Marshall) Bible.

On September 1, 2001, at Twins Oak Church in Fredericktown he was united in marriage to Karen Guinn...

Dec 7, 2024

Josephine “Boots” Rawlins, 80, of Leadington, passed away peacefully with her family by her side, December 7, 2024, at Belleville Memorial in Belleville, Illinois. She was born February 27, 1944, in Kansas City, MO, to the late Joseph and Mertie (Smith) Vasquez. Josephine was a member of the Farmington Church of God. Boots was an avid bowler most of her...

Dec 7, 2024

Monroe Alexander Keenan of Ironton, Missouri passed away on December 7, 2024. He was born July 2, 1964 in St. Louis, Missouri the son of the late Marion Leon Keenan, Sr. and Julia (Wiseman) Chapman. Monroe is survived by his three siblings: his brother, Marion Keenan, Jr. of St. Louis, Missouri, and his sisters, Rebecca Riggs of Poplar Bluff, Missouri...

Dec 5, 2024

Diane Clark Truska, age 84 of Farmington, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, December 5, 2024, at the Missouri Baptist Medical Center in St. Louis, Missouri. She was born on March 6, 1940, in St. Louis to George and Edith (Clark) Piel.

In 1959, in St. Louis she was united in marriage to Richard Stephen Henry...

Dec 5, 2024

Donald Paul Jaster, 70, of Bonne Terre, passed away surrounded by his loved ones, on Thursday, December 5, 2024 at his residence. He was born on Monday, September 13, 1954 in Bonne Terre, to the late Donald P. and Florence E. (Pierce) Jaster, Sr. He was born of Catholic faith. 

 Don lived a life defined by strong will, unwavering independence, and...

Dec 5, 2024

Donna Mae Chapman, 87, of Farmington passed away December 5, 2024 at Cedarhurst Assisted Living of Farmington. She was born May 25, 1937 in Libertyville to the late Fred and Stella Lewis. Donna was a member of the Libertyville Christian Church. She worked at First State Community Bank for many years, until her retirement. She loved working in her yard...

Dec 4, 2024

John "Little Wheels" Wayne Speidel, 78, of Farmington, passed away Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at Parkland Hospital in Farmington. He was born Friday, October 4, 1946, in Festus, to the late Norman “Bud” and Bernice (Govero) Speidel. John was of Catholic faith. 

John was known as “Little Wheels” by his work family. He was an over the road truck driver for...

Dec 3, 2024

Edward "Ed" Lynn Harrington, 62, of Bismarck, passed away Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at his residence, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on June 25, 1962, in Bonne Terre, to Dwight and Carolyn (Lynn) Harrington. 

 Ed was of Methodist faith and a member of Mineral Area Elks Lodge # 2583 in Desloge. He worked at his family’s business for...

Dec 3, 2024

Billy Wester, 64, of Desloge, passed away December 3, 2024, at Community Manor in Farmington. He was born January 15, 1960, in McAlester, OK, to the late Bill and Earnestine (Richardson) Wester. Billy was an over the road truck driver who loved what he did and the peaceful time it brought. He also liked drinking his coffee, Dr. Pepper, watching...

Dec 2, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Austin Lee Gipson. He was born on Thursday, July 29, 1943 in Buckhorn, Missouri to the late Elsey and Piney (Lawson) Gipson. Austin passed away on Monday, December 2, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones. His dedication to his faith was evident in his unwavering commitment to the Silver...

Nov 29, 2024

Jerry Thurston, age 73, of Farmington, passed away unexpectedly doing what he loved in logging accident on Friday, November 29, 2024. He was born on Tuesday, July 10, 1951, in Grassy, Missouri to the late Frank and Betty Imogene (Dorsey) Thurston.

In addition to his parents, Jerry was preceded in death by two of his brothers, Randy and Harold Thurston.

 Jerry is...

Nov 28, 2024

Raymond Dodd Jr., age 73 passed away on Thursday, November 28, 2024, at his home near Fredericktown, Missouri surrounded by his family. He was born on Friday, February 23, 1951, to the late Raymond Leon and Beulah Elizabeth (Faucett) Dodd at JY near Portageville, Missouri.

On September 9, 1970, in New Madrid, Missouri he was...