Obituaries
Local Obituaries in Bonne Terre, Desloge, Farmington, Park Hills, Leadwood, and Surrounding Areas in Missouri
Bonnie Herald
Jun 10, 2024
Bonnie Herald, 83, of Park Hills, passed away June 10, 2024, peacefully with loving family around her. She was born May 2, 1941, in Bonne Terre, to the late Ernest and Belva (Black) Boyer. Bonnie was a member of the Open Door Baptist Church in Desloge. For many years, Bonnie dedicated her time to Emma Willard College as their...
Christene Barton
Jun 9, 2024
Christene Rhowena Barton, 100, of Wildwood, MO passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 9, 2024, at her residence, surrounded by her loving family. She was born Wednesday, May 28, 1924, to the late Colbert Alvin & Elocia (Harmon) Ferrell. In addition to her parents, Christene is preceded in death by her loving husband, Lowell Leroy Barton; son, Verney F. Parton; grandson,...
Sharon Leona Cole
Jun 9, 2024
Sharon Leona Cole, 78, of Farmington, passed away on Sunday, June 9, 2024, at Mercy Jefferson Hospital in Festus, surrounded by her loving family. She was born Sunday, May 12, 1946, to the late Orville LaRose and Helen (Keay) Dalton. Sharon will forever be remembered for her love of playing bingo and cherished moments spent with her family and grandchildren. Her...
Paul Bingham Gilmore
Jun 6, 2024
Paul Bingham Gilmore, age 73, passed away on Thursday, June 6, 2024, at his home in Fredericktown, Missouri. He was born on June 20, 1950, in Cleveland, Ohio to Robert Bingham and Mildred "Meg" Elsie (Gerber) Gilmore.
On February 9, 1977, in Clayton, Missouri, he was united in marriage to Patricia Sue Willard, she survives...
Charles "Chuck" Toppins
Jun 5, 2024
Charles Arthur Toppins, known to everyone as "Chuck", passed away June 5, 2024 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born April 1, 1960 in St. Louis, Missouri the son of the late William Arthur and Nellie "Louise" (Hamilton) Toppins. Chuck is survived by four of his loving sisters: Vivian Warren ("Bernie") of Park Hills, Missouri, Ruth...
Judy Parmeley
Jun 3, 2024
Judy Parmeley, 78, of Cedar Hill, passed away June 3, 2024, at Mercy South in St. Louis. She was born September 29, 1945, in Flat River, to the late Perry and Lorene (Politte) Hamor. Judy was of Baptist faith. She was employed at Rite Point Pen Company in Fenton as manager until retiring after 25 plus years of dedicated service....
Beth Harrington
Jun 2, 2024
Beth Harrington, 65, of Bismarck, passed away June 2, 2024, at her home surrounded by her loving family and friends. She was born November 25, 1958, in Bonne Terre, to the late Don “Baldy” and Dorothy “Dot” (Nicholson) Cassidy. Beth was the former manager of Casey’s General Store in Elvins. She loved traveling, shopping, gambling and Christmas was her favorite...
Roger Neil Maples Jr.
May 31, 2024
Roger Neil Maples Jr. of Ironton passed away May 31, 2024 in Pilot Knob, Missouri at the age of 54 years. He was born April 4, 1970 in St. Louis, Missouri the son of the late Roger Neil Maples Sr. and Dolores (McDonald) Maples of Ironton. In addition to his mother, Roger is survived by his five children: Alicia Maples...
Fern Sebastian
May 30, 2024
Fern Sebastian, 93, of Park Hills, passed away May 30, 2024, at Country Meadows in Park Hills. She was born December 28, 1930, in Desloge, to the late Steve Allen and Hazel Belle (Weiler) Rosener. Fern was a proud 1948 graduate of Elvins High School and dedicated member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in...
Mary Louise Westerfield
May 29, 2024
Mary Louise Westerfield, age 87 of Poplar Bluff, Missouri (formerly of St. Louis) passed away on Wednesday, May 29, 2024, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center. She was born on February 16, 1937, in Paris, Arkansas to Henry and Bernice (Garne) Cotton.
On June 14, 1958, in Arkansas, she was united in marriage to Dr....
Jeannie Marie Walker
May 29, 2024
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Jeannie Marie Walker, born on Tuesday, February 12, 1980, in Farmington, MO. She peacefully departed this world on Wednesday, May 29, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Jeannie was a beloved, daughter, mother, sister, and friend. Jeannie was known for her love of animals, particularly her cherished pets, her passion...
John Lavern Gannon
May 29, 2024
John Lavern Gannon of Boss, Missouri passed away May 29, 2024 in St. Louis, Missouri at the age of 82 years. He was born November 20, 1941 in Murphysboro, Illinois the son of the late John William and Mary Pearl (Calahan) Gannon. John is survived by his son: Shane Gannon and wife, Nikki of Belleview, Missouri, his daughter; Anna Reed...
Richard Odell Stanfill, Sr.
May 28, 2024
Richard Odell Stanfill, Sr., of Bonne Terre, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at the age of 84. He was born on Sunday, March 10, 1940, in St. Louis, MO to the late Odell and Nettie Louise (Gamblin) Stanfill. Richard was a loyal member of the Mercy and Truth Fellowship Church in Bonne Terre. He found immense joy...
Linda Reed
May 27, 2024
Linda Gale Reed, 64, of Valles Mines passed away May 27, 2024. She was born August 21, 1959 in New Brunswick, New Jersey to the late Eldon and Christine (Brown) Tabor. Linda was very artistic and especially loved to sew and knit. She also loved dogs and enjoyed watching St. Francisco Giants baseball and their manager, Nestor Rojas. She was...
"Boo"
May 26, 2024
Judy Lois Marler, age 60 of Fredericktown, Missouri passed away on Sunday, May 26, 2024, at the Riverview by The Park Care Center in Ste. Genevieve, Missouri. She was born on June 6, 1963, in St. Louis, Missouri, a daughter to Ralph Eugene Bellew and Teresa Ann Bellew.
On June 1, 1985, in St. Louis,...
Ruby Faye Needham
May 25, 2024
Ruby Faye Needham, age 86 of Fredericktown, Missouri passed away on Saturday, May 25, 2024, at Madison Medical Center in Fredericktown. She was born on September 24, 1937, in Texas, to Alvin O. and Eunice Eugenia (Boatwright) Amelunke.
She was united in marriage to Glen Henry Needham, he preceded her in death on December 19,...
Chris Bolius
May 25, 2024
Chris Bolius, 66, of Ste. Genevieve, passed away May 25, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loved ones. He was born February 13, 1958, in Miami, Florida, to the late Edwin Bolius and Sabra (White) Rothrock. Chris enjoyed his outdoor activities, such as fishing, hunting and riding side-by-sides, but most of all, Chris loved spending time with his family....
Ronald Gene Brewster
May 25, 2024
Ronald “Ron” Gene Brewster, 80, of Leadwood, Missouri, passed away on May 25, 2024, at his home with his family at his side.
Ron was born on July 3, 1943, in St. Louis, Missouri to the late Fielding and Edna (Withrow) Brewster.
Ron believed in living life to the fullest, love our God, his country, and family. He was a member...
Laura Ann Sipp
May 24, 2024
Laura Sipp passed away peacefully on Friday, May 24, 2024, at her residence in Valles Mines, Missouri at the age of 54. She was born on Tuesday, June 17, 1969 in Crystal City, Missouri to the late Floyd R. and Patricia L. (Flaherty) Marler.
Laura was a woman who cherished her family and church. She held a deep love for her...
Gary Dixon
May 24, 2024
Gary Dixon, 87, of Bonne Terre, passed away May 24, 2024, at Baisch Nursing Home in DeSoto. He was born November 15, 1936, in Wortham, to the late Roy Edward and Lucy May (Radford) Dixon.
Gary was a member of Eastside Church of God in Leadwood. His passion for sports, particularly baseball, especially for his favorite team, the...
