Obituaries

Jerald "Jerry" Wayne Ashby

Oct 10, 2024

Jerry Ashby, 78, of Park Hills, passed away October 10, 2024, at his residence. He was born October 27, 1945, in Bonne Terre to the late Leland and Verlene (Grimes) Ashby.

 Jerry enjoyed camping, hunting, and was an avid gun collector. He was a life member of Local 513 of the International Union of Operating Engineers, Patron member of the NRA,...

Nancy Carol Williams

Oct 8, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Nancy Carol Williams, a beloved member of the St. Joseph Church in Bonne Terre and a former member of the Daughters of Isabella. Nancy was born on Thursday, April 6, 1933 to the late Grover and Katie (Thornton) Bisch. Nancy peacefully passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, surrounded by loved ones. 

She...

Donna Rae Womble

Oct 6, 2024

Donna Rae Womble of Ironton, Missouri passed away at her home on October 6, 2024, at the age of 78 years. She was born January 13, 1946, in Ironton, Missouri the daughter of the late Ray and Ruth (Lewis) Harris Ricketts. On August 27, 1966, she was united in marriage to William Raymond Womble who proceeded her in death on...

Floyd McFarland

Oct 5, 2024

Floyd McFarland, 92, of Farmington, passed away October 5, 2024, at Marymount Skilled Nursing Manor in Eureka. He was born January 3, 1932, in Loughboro, to the late Clarence Orville and Bessie Irene (Powell) McFarland. Floyd was a member of the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Farmington. He was employed with Chrysler until changing jobs to Ameren, where he retired...

Stanley "Stan" J. Benne

Oct 5, 2024

Stan Benne, age, 67, of Farmington, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 5, 2024, at Southbrook Skilled Nursing Center in Farmington surrounded by his loving family. Stan was born on Tuesday, July 16, 1957, in St. Louis to the late Paul H. and Lucille (Hawkins) Benne. In addition to his parents, Stan was preceded in death by a stillborn brother...

Bear

Oct 4, 2024

Robert Mitchell Ellis, "Bear" age 60, of Marquand, Missouri, passed away on Friday, October 4, 2024, at Claru DeVille Nursing Center in Fredericktown, Missouri. He was born on April 25, 1964, in Missouri to Robert Ellis and Rose Lee Kirkpatrick. His parents precede him in death.

He is survived by one brother – Curtis Woodrow...

Nicci Dement

Oct 4, 2024

Nicolle “Nicci” Linnet Dement, wife, mother, grandmother and sister, passed away on Friday, October 4, 2024, at her residence in Desloge. Nicci was born on Sunday, July 17, 1966, in St. Louis to the late John and Willa (Black) Wood. 

Nicci dedicated her life to caring for children, owning and operating Playmates Daycare in Park Hills for 28 years. Nicci was...

"Bud"

Oct 3, 2024

Floyd "Bud" Alexander Allen, age 90 years and 322 days, of Farmington, Missouri, passed away with his boots on at his home on October 3, 2024. He was born on November 15, 1933, in Clubb, Missouri, in Wayne County, to the late Asa Alexander Allen and Clara Catherine (Sullivan) Allen. He is preceded in death by his beloved wives,...

Randall "Randy" Stanley Bose

Oct 3, 2024

Randall Stanley Bose, passed away at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN on October 3, 2024, at the age of 63. He was born on August 7, 1961, Renton, Washington, to the late Richard Lee and Gwen (Slown) Bose. Randy was also preceded in death by his brother, Brian Bose

“Randallynn” was a beloved husband of 34 years, to Etta (Kirk)...

Mary Jane Napier

Oct 2, 2024

Mary “Jane” Napier (nee Selinger) of Ironton, Missouri, passed away in the early hours of October 2, 2024, at the age of 88 years old. She was born on October 31, 1935. She was the only daughter of the late William Robert Selinger and Mary Ellen (nee Davis) Selinger. Jane was preceded in death by both of her husbands, Al...

Gary M. Caby

Oct 1, 2024

Gary M. Caby, 77, peacefully passed away in St. Charles on October 1, 2024 Born January 27, 1947, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Gary was an incredibly accomplished man. He obtained his Master's degree in Business Administration and developed a successful career over the years. A proud US Army veteran, Gary will be fondly remembered for his dedication to his community and...

William E. Pinkley, Sr.

Sep 30, 2024

William Elwood Pinkley, Sr. passed away September 30, 2024 at Camelot Nursing Center in Farmington. He was born January 4, 1941 in Flat River to the late Elwood and Mildred (Holt) Pinkley. William proudly served his country in the United States Navy. 

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

John "Johnny" William Beckman Jr.

Sep 29, 2024

Johnny Beckman Jr., passed away at his home in Park Hills on September 29, 2024, at the age of 59. He was born on August 8, 1965, in Illinois, to the late John William and Vicki Lynn (Sutton) Beckman.

Johnny is survived by his children, Amanda Beckman and Lindsey Beckman; grandchildren, Emma White and Kiley White. He is also survived by...

Margaret Bell Miller

Sep 28, 2024

Margaret Bell Miller, a beloved member of the Caledonia community, passed away at her residence on September 28, 2024, at the age of 87. She was born on April 27, 1937, in Harviell, Missouri, to the late Francis and Bessie (Shumate) Pennington.

Margaret was also preceded in death by her dear husband of 48 years, Herbert Lee Miller; two sons, John...

Vickey Lynn Dunn

Sep 27, 2024

Vickey Lynn Dunn, passed away at Mercy South Hospital in St. Louis on September 27, 2024, at the age of 66. She was born on December 05, 1956, in Albany, Georgia, to the late William Andrew and Betty Lou (Marler) Peace.

Vickey was also preceded in death by her brother, Michael Andrew Peace and sister JoAnn Heistand.

Vickey is survived by her...

Jerome Herman Brewington

Sep 26, 2024

Rev. Jerome Herman Brewington, age 75 passed away on Thursday, September 26, 2024, at his home near Fredericktown, Missouri. He was born on December 30, 1948, in Ironton, Missouri to Roscoe and Nina Marie (Hinkle) Brewington.

In 1966 he married Peggy Jo Craine, she preceded him in death on October 16, 2020.

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Zelma Deloris Jacobs

Sep 26, 2024

Zelma Deloris Jacobs, age 87 of Farmington, Missouri (formerly of Fredericktown, Missouri) passed away on Thursday, September 26, 2024, at the Southbrook Nursing Center in Farmington. She was born on January 13, 1937, in DeSoto, Missouri to Stanford and Maggie May (Loyd) Britton.

On May 2, 1953, she was united in marriage to...

Tom Quinton

Sep 25, 2024

Thomas Eugene Quinton, 83, of Farmington passed away September 25, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. He was born November 2, 1940 in Fredericktown, MO to the late James and Beulah (Simmons) Quinton. Tom was a member of the New Life Assembly of God. He retired as a carpenter for Union Local 1795. He loved antiques and especially enjoyed trading...

Joseph Emmanuel Lyles

Sep 25, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Joseph Lyles, a beloved father, proud grandfather, and cherished brother. He was born on Monday, January 10, 1955, to the late William R. and Willie M. (Campbell) Lyles. Joseph's journey on this earth came to a gentle close on Wednesday, September 25, 2024. 

Along with his parents he is...

Pamela Ann Smith

Sep 24, 2024

Pamela Ann Smith, 60, of Farmington passed away September 24, 2024 at Creve Coeur Manor in Creve Coeur, MO. She was born February 25, 1964 in Ironton to the late Howard and Mary (Ruh) Smith. Pamela enjoyed singing and especially loved watching St. Louis Cardinal baseball. 

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her brother, Howard...