Obituaries

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...

Claudia Ruth Bleckler

Sep 23, 2024

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Claudia Ruth Bleckler, 79, of Bonne Terre, a loving wife, devoted mother, and Grandma. Claudia passed away on Monday, September 23, 2024, at St. Lukes’s Hospital in Chesterfield MO. She was born in Leadington, on Saturday, September 22, 1945. Claudia was a member of Cornerstone Baptist Church in Farmington. 

Claudia was preceded...

Don Grieshaber

Sep 23, 2024

Donald Grieshaber, 86, of Desloge, passed away September 23, 2024, at Southbrook in Farmington. He was born March 30, 1938, to the late Raymond and Birdie Mae (Montgomery) Grieshaber. After 40 years of dedicated service, Don retired from Union Pacific Railroad. He was a member of the Fellowship Free Will Baptist Church of Park Hills and the Pendelton Masonic Lodge...

Elisha Jane White Barton

Sep 22, 2024

Elisha Jane White Barton, age 45, of Farmington passed away Sunday, September 22, 2024, at Parkland Hospital in Farmington. She was born Tuesday, March 13, 1979 in Farmington. 

 Elisha was preceded in death by her father, Clifford “Cliff” Williams White, Jr.; brothers, Mark Anthony White and Elijah Jones “E. J.” White. 

 She is survived by her mother, Diane White; daughters, Savanah Barton,...

Mike Upchurch

Sep 22, 2024

 

Mike Upchurch, 67, of Desloge, passed away September 22, 2024, at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis. He was born October 18, 1956, in Bonne Terre, to the late Melvin and Esterline (Brown) Upchurch. Mike was the owner/operator of family-owned Mueller Ace Hardware in Park Hills. He took great pride in serving the community for 49 years. Outside of work,...

Jerry Edwin Heberer

Sep 21, 2024

Jerry Edwin Heberer, 80, of Desoto, was called to his eternal resting place on Saturday, September 21, 2024. He entered this world on Sunday, April 2, 1944, in St. Louis, MO, Jerry attended Primrose Baptist Church in Bonne Terre.

Jerry was preceded in death by his parents John Heberer and Edna (Hawkins) Heberer; his loving wife Manda (Nichol) Heberer he married...

Mary Del Cook

Sep 19, 2024

Mary Del Cook of Farmington passed away at Barnes-Jewish Hospital on September 19, 2024 at the age of 86. Mary was born on February 12, 1938 in St. Louis, MO to the late Eugene and Gladys (Hilt) Reddington. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Robert “Bob” Cook and a brother,...

Jeff Momot

Sep 19, 2024

Jeffrey Lane Momot, 67, of Farmington passed away September 19, 2024 at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born April 18, 1957 in Bonne Terre to the late John Momot and Cleda (Rickman) Momot. 

He was preceded in death by his father, John Momot and sister-in-law, Teresa Miner.

Jeff is survived by his loving wife of 31 years, Catherine...

Michael Wayne Georgia

Sep 19, 2024

Michael Wayne Georgia of Arcadia, Missouri passed away September 19, 2024 at his home at the age of 67 years. He was born August 7, 1957 in St. Louis, Missouri the son of Willis Georgia and Wilma (Wood) Georgia of St. Louis, Missouri. He is survived by his mother, his sister Brenda Harriman and husband, Richard of Porum, Oklahoma, his...

Kevin Charles Debrecht

Sep 18, 2024

Kevin Charles Debrecht of Ironton, Missouri passed away suddenly on September 18, 2024, in St. Louis, Missouri at the age of 72 years. He was born June 28, 1952, in St. Louis, Missouri the son of the late Carl John and Victoria E. (Dollard) Debrecht. Kevin was a graduate of Bishop DuBourg High School and went on to obtain a...

Calvin Milburn

Sep 17, 2024

Calvin Milburn, 89, of Bismarck passed away peacefully on September 17, 2024, at his home surrounded by loved ones. He was born February 4, 1935, in Minimum, Missouri, to the late Arthur Marvin and Rachel Artimissa (Russell) Milburn. Calvin was a member of the Elvins Baptist Church in Park Hills. He started his career as a paper carrier for The...

James "Jimm" Robert Edwards

Sep 17, 2024

Jimm Edwards, 90, of Desloge, passed away September 17, 2024, at NHC Health Care in Desloge. He was born May 11, 1934, in Desloge, to the late Joseph and Eunice (Jenkerson) Edwards. In addition to his parents, Jimm was preceded in death by two brothers, Norman and Charles Edwards and one sister, Wanda Stumbo.

 Jimm proudly served his country in the...

Richard Paul Marler

Sep 16, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Richard Paul Marler, a loving husband, dad, gramps and cherished member of his community. 

Richard, whose love for his family was unwavering, was called to eternal rest on Monday, September 16, 2024, at the age of 84. He was born on Monday, April 8, 1940, to the late Lawrence E. and Golda (Buchanan)...

Ronald Earl Grindstaff Sr.

Sep 14, 2024

Ronald Earl Grindstaff Sr., age 68 of Fredericktown, Missouri passed away on Saturday, September 14, 2024, at the Shady Oaks Care Center in Thayer, Missouri. He was born on May 8, 1956, in Fredericktown to David and Dolores JoAnn (Garner) Grindstaff.

He is survived by his children – Christy Cofer, Ronald Grindstaff Jr., and Elizabeth...

Larry Lindell Shelley

Sep 14, 2024

Larry Lindell Shelley, 87, of Farmington passed away September 14, 2024. He was born June 12, 1937, in Farmington to the late Nixon Warner and Ruby Rose (Ramsey) Shelley. Larry was a member of Abundant Life Family Church in Farmington. 

Larry was a firm believer in working. He was a milk man for many years before going to work as a...