Obituaries

Aug 15, 2024

Howard Kenneth Royer, age 94 of Fredericktown, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, August 15, 2024, at the Baptist Home in Ironton, Missouri. He was born on October 3, 1929, in the Silver Mines Community near Fredericktown, to Harmon Howard and Audrey Jewel (Means) Royer.

On March 26, 1954, he was united in marriage to Norma...

Aug 14, 2024

Timothy “Tim” King, 58, of Bonne Terre, Missouri passed away on Wednesday, August 14, 2024. He was born Monday, June 6, 1966, in St. Louis, Missouri to Dennis Robert and Melba L. (Brewster) Conner. 

Tim is survived by his loving daughter, Alexis (Emma Leach) King; grandchild, Leah Jones; siblings, Dennis Conner, Jr., Sean (Shannon) Conner, along with many aunts, uncles, nieces,...

Aug 14, 2024

Norma Ruth Young, 81, passed away August 14, 2024 at St. Joe Manor in Bonne Terre. She was born July 15, 1943 in Farmington to the late James Patrick “Pat” Williams and Hazel Renee (Burnia) Williams. Norma faithfully attended her home church of Gumbo Assembly of God for many years. She enjoyed shopping and especially loved singing at all the...

Aug 12, 2024

Dr. Olin Cleve McDaniel passed away at Presbyterian Rust Palliative Care Hospital, Albuquerque, New Mexico, on August 12, 2024. Cleve had a long and illustrious career in higher education and had recently retired as Vice President for Administration and Finance at the New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology in Socorro, New Mexico. He had held the position there from...

Aug 12, 2024

Wanda Lee Chatman, 87, of Farmington passed away August 12, 2024 at Presbyterian Manor. She was born January 18, 1937 in Knob Lick, MO to the late Elmer and Zoah Jarnagin. She was a member of Blessed Hope Baptist Church of Farmington. Wanda was a cook for many years at Southeast Missouri Mental Health Center. She loved cooking, baking and...

Aug 11, 2024

Janice Willard, 83, of Irondale, passed away August 11, 2024, at her residence surrounded by loved ones. She was born February 7, 1941, in St. Louis, to the late Harry and Grace (Adair) Pulliam. She was a member of the Connections Church. Janice loved crafting with her friends and playing with her loyal dogs.

She is preceded in death by her...

Aug 10, 2024

Allen James Pitt Sr., age 78 passed away on Saturday, August 10, 2024, at his home in Fredericktown, Missouri. He was born on September 18, 1945, in St. Louis, Missouri, to Albert and Vera Josephine (Koesters) Pytlinski.

On October 9, 1965, he was united in marriage to Sherrie Ann Austin, she resides at the home...

Aug 9, 2024

Debbie Spotswood passed away August 9, 2024, at Parkland South in Farmington, at the age of 67. Born on October 27, 1956, in St. Louis, to the late Ralph and Blanche (Wentz) Ruff. Debbie was a caring wife to her husband, Lee Spotswood; a devoted mother to her son Eric Spotswood and wife Gabriela; a cherished grandmother to, Abigail Kirstine...

Aug 9, 2024

Dustin "Dusty" Wayne Lilly, 52, of Park Hills, passed away at his residence on Friday, August 9, 2024. He was born on Saturday, November 6, 1971, in Farmington.  

Dusty enjoyed many activities including fishing, playing pool, lifting weights, playing basketball, and reading true murder mysteries. He touched the lives of many with his compassionate and caring nature as a former...

Aug 8, 2024

Kathy Kernan, 75, of Imperial, passed away August 8, 2024, at The Mercy Hospice South de Greeff Hospital in St. Louis. She was born September 4, 1948, in Bonne Terre, to the late John and Myra (Baines) Yount. Kathy, a beloved member of the First Baptist Church of Arnold was a dedicated First Grade teacher in the Farmington School District...

Aug 7, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Laura Ann Reagan, a beloved wife, daughter, sister-in-law, and devoted mother, at the age of 40. Laura's life began on July 18, 1984, in Bonne Terre, MO, where she filled her days with laughter and love until her unexpected departure on August 7, 2024, due to a tragic accident....

Aug 7, 2024

James “Curt” Hudson, 63, of Bonne Terre passed away August 7, 2024. He was born October 31, 1960 in to the late John “Jack” and Vera Ann (Watkins) Hudson. Curt was a talented painter. In his spare time he enjoyed playing pool and fishing. He also adored his grandchildren and children.

In addition to his parents, Curt was preceded in death...

Aug 6, 2024

Penni Layne Wright, age 12, of University City, Missouri passed away on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, at the Children's Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri due to an automobile accident. She was born on December 13, 2011, in Farmington, Missouri to Robert James and Cherish Lynn (Wagner) Wright.

She is survived by her father – Robert...

Aug 5, 2024

Suzann Lynn Price (Suzy) 60, passed away on Monday, August 5, 2024 at her residence in De Soto, Missouri surrounded by her loved ones. She was born Monday, December 16, 1963 to the late Ronald and Carol (Lynn) Williamson in Alton, Illinois. Suzy was of Catholic faith. 

Suzy was a woman of simple pleasures who found joy in the little things...

Aug 4, 2024

Judith Marie Boyer, 77, of Farmington passed away August 4, 2024. She was born February 10, 1947 in Bonne Terre to the late Frank and Dorothy (Taplin) Filkins. Judy worked for the Farmington School District as a kitchen manager for many years until her retirement. She was a member of the DeSoto VFW Post #1831 Ladies Auxiliary. She enjoyed playing...

Aug 1, 2024

Russell Claude Allen of Ironton, MO passed away August 1, 2024 in St. Louis, Missouri, surrounded by his family at the age of 74 years. He was born in St. Louis, Missouri on February 28, 1950 to Richard and Delores (Nee Noll) Allen, who preceeded him in death. Russell is survived by his wife of 41 years, Debra, and two...

Jul 31, 2024

Kyle Mitchell Lotz, 38, of Bolivar, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, July 31, 2024. He was born on Monday, July 28, 1986, in Farmington, Missouri to Mitch and Tena Lotz. Kyle was a loving son, brother, husband, and father. 

He is survived by his wife Shelbie and beautiful daughters Zoey and Paisley; parents, Mitch and Tena Lotz; siblings, Ashley (Derek) DiFabio...

Jul 31, 2024

Lindell Dale Black, 74, of Bonne Terre, passed away on Wednesday, July 31,2024, at Country Meadows, in Park Hills. He was born Thursday, December 1, 1949 in East Bonne Terre, Missouri to the late August and Mildred (Blanton) Black.

 Lindell was a loving and caring person who cherished spending time with his family, he was a man of many talents and...

Jul 30, 2024

It is with great sorrow and a heavy heart we must announce William “Bill” Eugene Reynolds, passed into his heavenly home on July 30, 2024. William, 92, was born July 8, 1932, in Indianapolis, Indiana. He is the third child of five, born to the late Henry T. and Hazel I. (Hulsey) Reynolds.

William served in the United States Army for...

Jul 27, 2024

Dean Bruce Turner, 65, formerly of Doe Run passed away July 27, 2024, in DeSoto. He was born August 3, 1958, in Bonne Terre, to the late Lonnie and Edith (Hammers) Turner.

 Throughout his life, Dean possessed a passion for tinkering, always on the move, fixing and creating things with his hands. His love for fishing and collecting various items showcased...