Obituaries

Nov 23, 2023

Kenneth “Kenny” Charles Moran, 63, of Farmington passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, November 23, 2023, at Deaconess Hospital in Evansville, Indiana. He was born on Tuesday, December 29, 1959, in Bonne Terre to Alvin “Chub” and Lola Bea (Hurst) Moran. Preceding him in death was his father, Chub Moran and his father-in-law, Dale Bess.

Kenny was the owner and operator...

Nov 23, 2023

William Ray Kirkpatrick known to most as "Bill" passed away at his home on November 23, 2023 at the age of 66 years. He was born September 16, 1957 in DuQuoin, Illinois the son of the late Edley and Eva (Stowers) Kirkpatrick. On September 2, 1977 he was united in marriage to Lillian "Kathy" Montgomery. She survives and resides in...

Nov 22, 2023

Shelby Jean (Kellick) Hurley, of Bonne Terre passed away Wednesday, November 22, 2023, at the age of 82. She was born on Thursday, May 29, 1941, to the late Claud and Mary Grace (Henley) Kellick. She was also preceded in death by her loving husband of 59 years, William “Bill” Hurley who passed January of this year; 15 siblings and...

Nov 21, 2023

Nov 19, 2023

Cynthia Susan Nichols, age 68 of Fredericktown, Missouri passed away on Sunday, November 19, 2023, at Ozark Manor Care Center in Fredericktown. She was born on December 24, 1954, in Fredericktown to Norman Lee and Bobbye Raye (Burcham) Clark.

She is survived by her two children – Erica Allen and Nicolas Nichols (Aoi...

Nov 18, 2023

David Alan Hughes, 67, of Irondale, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, November 18, 2023, at his residence. He was born Sunday, April 1, 1956, in Bonne Terre, to the late D.J. and Norma Ruth (Mathews) Hughes. He was a long-time member and Sunday school teacher at Stony Point Missionary Baptist Church. David had a love...

Nov 17, 2023

Barbara Ruth Lucas, age 76, of Farmington passed away November 17, 2023, at Mercy St. Louis Hospital. She was born September 10, 1947, in Annapolis to the late John Wesley and Helen Genice (Leach) Copeland. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Steven Lucas; son, Ralph Wesley Lucas; sister, Virgie Miller; 3 brothers, Clarence, Dean, and James...

Nov 17, 2023

Terry Murray, 82, of Fredericktown, passed away peacefully Friday, November 17, 2023, at Southbrook Skilled Nursing Center in Farmington, surrounded by family. He was born Thursday, August 28, 1941, in Fredericktown, to the late Jasper Russell and Rose Marie (Owens) Murray. Terry enjoyed television, being on the internet, as well as his dog. He also enjoyed working, which took up...

Nov 17, 2023

Carolyn Sue Weible, 75, of Desloge, passed away peacefully Friday, November 17, 2023, at St. Joe Manor in Bonne Terre. She was born November 9, 1948, in Bonne Terre, to the late Paul and Betty (Mahurin) Henroid.

Carolyn was a member of the Three Crosses Cowboy Church in Farmington and worked for several years as a secretary for Norman...

Nov 17, 2023

Charlene May Huskey, age 91, of Bonne Terre, passed away Friday, November 17, 2023, at Country Meadows Nursing Home, in Park Hills. She was born on Monday, June 6, 1932, in Richwoods, to the late George W. and Gertrude (Miller) Lucas. Charlene was a long-time member of the Gospel Light Freewill Baptist Church in Bonne Terre.

Charlene had a great...

Nov 15, 2023

Lola Marie Cooper, 92 of Bonne Terre passed away peacefully surrounded by her family Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at Mercy Jefferson Hospital in Festus. She was born Monday, September 21, 1931 in Moran, Kansas, to the late John and Myrtle Olive (Smith) Cross. Lola was said to be a light in her family, and a joy at Fox C-6 School...

Nov 14, 2023

Gene Lester Stricklan, age 59 of Fredericktown, Missouri passed away on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, at Claru DeVille Nursing Center in Fredericktown. He was born on December 29, 1963, in St. Louis, Missouri to George Lester Holeman and Elizabeth Ann Stricklan.

He is survived by his three children – Lacey (Michael) Kirby, Jason (Sarah) Stricklan...

Nov 14, 2023

Nov 13, 2023

Ann Wampler, 85, of Desloge, passed away November 13, 2023, at The Arbors at Maplebrook in Farmington. She was born June 2, 1938, in Elvins, to the late Garrett and Leona (Reese) Poston. Ann worked at Leadco Credit Union as an accountant / office manager, before retiring. Her hobbies were yard work, singing in the church choir and tennis.

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Nov 12, 2023

Carolyn Parson, 92, of Park Hills, passed away November 12, 2023, at Country Meadows in Park Hills. She was born April 6, 1931, in Minnesota, to the late Emil and Mabel (Bradley) Winters. Carolyn loved quilting, crocheting, baking and spending time with her family.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Mack Parsons and one son, David Smith.

Carolyn...

Nov 12, 2023

Ellen Marie Green of Ironton, Missouri passed away November 12, 2023 in Farmington, Missouri at the age of 77 years. She was born August 25, 1946 in Weingarten, Missouri, the daughter of Kelly Lee Nash and Francis Marie (Ford) Nash. Ellen was united in marriage to Thomas Dean Green who preceded her in death on October 7, 2006. She is...

Nov 11, 2023

Ben Jones, 87, of Belleville, IL, passed away November 11, 2023, at his residence. He was born August 21, 1936, in Okalona, Arkansas, to the late Clifford Lloyd and Jewel Mary (Hamilton) Jones.

Ben joined the Missouri National Guard in 1954, and served nine years, achieving the rank of Sgt. First Class. In November of 1956, he joined Union...

Nov 11, 2023

Dale Grace, 65 of Bonne Terre passed away Saturday, November 11, 2023 at his residence surround by his loved ones. He was born Wednesday, May 28, 1958 in Potosi, Missouri, to the late Opal (Wilson) Grace. He liked classic cars, especially hot rods, going fishing, but most of all being with his family.

Dale is survived by his significant other,...

Nov 10, 2023

Benjamin Michael Merritt, 34, of Barnhart, died on November 10, 2023, after being tragically murdered in a road rage incident. Benjamin, known as “Benny” or “Ben”, was born January 11, 1989, and proudly celebrated five years of sobriety on August 15, 2023. He was living his best life, managing his landscape and lawncare business, and lovingly raising two beautiful children...

Nov 10, 2023

Having no telephone in their home in Glover, Missouri, on January 15, 1939, Elmer Samson Warren had to drive "somewhere" to find a phone to call Dr. Fitzpatrick in Lesterville to help his wife, Agnes Elta Pearl Bone Warren in the home delivery of their first daughter, Norma Lee. After Norma, there would be an additional six daughters: Carol Marie...