Obituaries

Local Obituaries in Bonne Terre, Desloge, Farmington, Park Hills, Leadwood, and Surrounding Areas in Missouri

Ralph Nichols

Ralph Nichols

Oct 13, 2024

 Ralph Stuart Nichols passed away on Sunday, October 13, 2024, at St Dominic's Hospital in Jackson Mississippi. Ralph lived a full and vibrant life that touched the lives of so many people through the years.

Starting as a young child Ralph loved the outdoors and continued enjoying that passion throughout his life. He was a very avid hunter and fisherman. Whether...

Brenda Holland

Brenda Holland

Oct 13, 2024

Brenda Joyce Holland, a beloved homemaker formerly of Crystal City, MO and most recently Farmington, MO, passed away on Sunday, October 13, 2024, at Camelot Skilled Nursing Center. She was born on Saturday, July 27, 1963, in St. Louis to the late Willie Bob and Mildred “Mickey” Joyce (Brown) Lee and was raised in Cahokia, IL. In addition to her...

John Stam

John Stam

Oct 12, 2024

John (Johnny) Michael Stam of Farmington passed away peacefully at home on October 12, 2024. He was born on September 15, 1946, to the late John Henry Ward Stam and Nellie (Howell) Stam. John spent 31 years with the St. Louis County Department of Highways and Traffic where he worked as an engineering technician. In addition, he was previously employed...

Mary Catherine Morgan

Mary Catherine Morgan

Oct 11, 2024

Mary Catherine Morgan, age 65 passed away on Friday, October 11, 2024, at her home in Farmington, Missouri. She was born on January 27, 1959, in St. Louis, Missouri, to Charles Herbert and Elizabeth Irene (Scavatta) Morgan.

She is survived by her three children – Leon Morgan, Jennifer Panpoja and Sabrina Davis; three brothers –...

Don Brown

Don Brown

Oct 11, 2024

Donald Ray Brown, 92, of Farmington passed away October 11, 2024. He was born October 8, 1932, in Shreveport, LA to the late Jessie Leo and Annie Bell (Formby) Brown. Don was a faithful member of the First Baptist Church of Farmington who loved to read his Bible.

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

Pamela "Pam" Schwartz

Pamela "Pam" Schwartz

Oct 10, 2024

Pam Schwartz, age 72, of Bonne Terre, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 10, 2024, at her residence. She was born on Monday, March 17, 1952, in Marceline, Missouri to Charles Richard and Alice Pauline (Flickinger) Slaughter.

 Pam was preceded in death by her father, Charles Slaughter, loving husband, Robert “Bob” Schwartz.

 Pam dedicated her life to her community working for the...

Jerald "Jerry" Wayne Ashby

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

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

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

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

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

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

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"

"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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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...