Obituaries

Feb 4, 2023

Carol Shibley, 62, of Bonne Terre, passed away February 4, 2023, at her home surrounded by family and friends who loved her.  She was born February 22, 1960, in Bonne Terre, to the late William McKee and Wanda (Kinnard) Hall.  Carol was of Christian faith.  She was a Registered Nurse and worked for Parkland Hospital in Farmington for 30 years,...

Feb 4, 2023

Baby Mercy Victoria Parker passed away Sunday, February 4, 2023 at Barns-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis. Baby Mercy — you were carried for a moment, but your love will last a lifetime.  Someday little one we will hold you once again. A life so brief a child so small you had the power to touch us all.

Arrangements are under...

Feb 1, 2023

Denna S. Fetters, 80, of Farmington went to be with her Lord and Savior February 1, 2023 at Parkland Health Center in Farmington. She was born November 9, 1942 to the late Albert and Thelma (Haggard) Moore. Denna was a member of Parkland Chapel in Farmington. She enjoyed cooking, fishing and was an avid Cardinals fan. Her grandchildren were her...

Jan 31, 2023

          James Ely, 75, of Desloge, passed away January 31, 2023, at Parkland Health Center South in Farmington.  He was born September 1, 1947, in St. Francois County, to the late Melvin and Joyce Lorane (Shannon) Ely.  James was a member of the Irondale Assembly of God Church and Shopmens Local 518 Ironworker's Union.  He enjoyed hunting, fishing, as well as...

Jan 30, 2023

Margaret Cantrell, 66 of Farmington, passed away January 30, 2023, at Parkland Hospital in Farmington.  She was born May 21, 1956, in Bonne Terre, to Leroy and Alma Jean (Helvey) Pinkley.  Margaret attended the First Free Will Baptist Church in Farmington.  She had a love for animals, especially dogs and elephants.  Margaret enjoyed coloring on her tablet and spoiling her...

Jan 30, 2023

Jan 30, 2023

Larry D. Schlicher, 79, life-long resident of St. Louis, Missouri passed away peacefully on Monday, January 30, 2023. He was born on April 21, 1943, to the late Edward and Odette (Schmeltz) Schlicher in St. Louis, Missouri. He was also preceded in death by his parents and brother, Walter Schlicher.

He is survived by 2 daughters; Angela (Ryan) Neal and...

Jan 28, 2023

Thelma Mae (Talley) Rawlins, age 80, of Park Hills, passed away Saturday, January 28, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. She was born Sunday, March 1, 1942, in Potosi, to the late Russell and Thelma Frances (Hays) Talley.

 Thelma was a member of Flat River Church of God. She retired from East Missouri Action Agency and loved being able help...

Jan 28, 2023

Ida Mae (Gray) Sampson, of Bonne Terre passed away Saturday, January 28, 2023, at the age of 98 at St. Joe Manor. She was born on Tuesday, September 9, 1924 in Mobile, Alabama. She was preceded in death by her parents, Edgar L. and Minnie Leah (Mason) Gray; son-in-law, Robert L. Shands, Sr.; grandson, Robert Shands, Jr.; two great-grandsons, Anwar...

Jan 26, 2023

          Brian Forrester, 43, of Park Hills, passed away January 26, 2023.  He was born August 11, 1979, in Farmington, to Kevin Ray and Rebecca Ann (Mahurin) Forrester.  Brian was a member of the New Heights Church of Park Hills.  He loved sprint cars, dirt bike racing, and especially the St. Louis Blues Hockey Team.

          He was preceded in death by...

Jan 25, 2023

          Rose Neel, age 95, of Riverview, Florida formerly of Bonne Terre, passed away Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at Sun City Center Hospice House in Ruskin, Florida. She was born on Sunday, August 7, 1927, in Valles Mines to the late Walter Griffin and Mary Elizabeth (Nash) Pratte. Rose was a retired hairdresser and was a member of Eastern Star #166....

Jan 25, 2023

          Paul Hedgcorth, 88, of Desloge, passed away January 25, 2023, at Country Meadows Nursing Home in Park Hills.  He was born June 16, 1934, in Leadwood, to the late George Mont and Gladys Marie (Welker) Hedgcorth, Sr.  Paul was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church in Park Hills.  He enjoyed fishing, hunting, as well as a huge Mizzou Tiger...

Jan 24, 2023

 

          John Dane, 67, of Park Hills, passed away January 24, 2023, at Parkland Health Center in Farmington.  He was born February 11, 1955, in Bonne Terre, to the late Claude William and Zelda Lorraine (Wray) Dane.  John was a member of the Living Water Community Church in Desloge and Former President of the United Steal Workers Local.  He enjoyed...

Jan 23, 2023

          Norman Mason, 92, of Park Hills, passed away January 23, 2023, at Parkland South in Farmington.  He was born December 17, 1930, in Bonne Terre, to the late Carl O. and Mary Sarepta (Rhodes) Mason.  Norman lived in Esther and after graduating from high school, he joined the United States Army, in 1951.  While he was stationed at Fort Carson...

Jan 23, 2023

Stephen “Steve” Kramer left this life and walked through the Pearly Gates of Heaven Monday, January 23, 2023, in his home with his children and his niece at his bedside.  Steve was born June 25, 1953, to the late Joe and Cecelia Kramer. 

Steve attended St. John Apostle Catholic Church in Bismarck, with his brother, Danny, when his health...

Jan 23, 2023

Ronald W. Strauser, of Farmington, passed away Monday, January 23, 2023, at the age of 77. He was born on January 28, 1945, to the late Harry and Lucille (Shults) Strauser. He was also preceded in death by his daughter, Lisa Strauser and step-grandson, Adam Joseph Howard.

Ronald proudly served his country in the United States Army Rangers.  He was...

Jan 20, 2023

         Denise Pingel, 60, of Leadington, passed away January 20, 2023.  She was born October 8, 1962, in Farmington, to the late Frankie Eugene and Joyce Lee (Thomure) Johnson.  Denise loved horses, enjoyed a good laugh and especially loved spending time with family and friends.

          She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Dennis Johnson; and nephew, Phillip E. Shepherd.

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Jan 16, 2023

          Margaret Nadine Blyzes, 88, of Bismarck, MO departed this life on Monday, January 16, 2023.  She was born Thursday, December 20, 1934, in Cape Girardeau, MO.  She later married her lifetime love, Arthur H. Blyzes, on May 13, 1963, sharing all the good and bad of life on this earth, until his departure in October of 2009.  Margaret Nadine lived...

Jan 14, 2023

Catherine Droney, age 75, of Irondale, passed away Saturday, January 14, 2023, at her residence surrounded by her family. She was born on Tuesday, May 27, 1947, in St. Louis to the late Louis and Lucille (Barton) Zilch. Catherine worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant.  She enjoyed fishing and started a mini zoo at her home for her grandchildren to...

Jan 14, 2023

          Ken Lawrence, 83, of Desloge, passed away January 14, 2023.  He was born September 15, 1939, in Reform, Missouri, to the late Floyd and Reba (Perry) Lawrence.  Ken enjoyed tending to his yard and garden and cherished every moment with his family and friends.  Ken worked as a meat cutter at Kroger, for 43 years, before his retirement. 

He...