Obituaries

Jan 17, 2024

Cheri Joan Lee, formerly of Arcadia, Missouri, peacefully passed away on January 17, 2024, in St. Louis, Missouri at the age of 81. She was born on November 27, 1942 in Ironton, MIssouri, the cherished daughter of the late James Edward and Mildred (Myracle) DeGonia. Cheri was the mother of three children: Michael Naug (Starla) of Flower Mound, Texas, Tonia...

Jan 16, 2024

Jan 16, 2024

Timmy Lee Kelley of Lesterville, Missouri passed away January 16, 2024 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born November 23, 1963 in San Diego, California, the son of the late Normand Gean and Darlene Lavina (Lee) Kelley. Tim was a 1981 graduate of Lesterville High School. Upon graduating he enlisted in the United States Navy where...

Jan 16, 2024

Norma Thomas, 94, of Park Hills, passed away January 16, 2024, at Country Meadows Nursing Home in Park Hills. She was born September 1, 1929, in Elvins, to the late Delno and Naomi (Jackson) Dickey. Norma was preceded in death by several children and siblings.

She is survived by her son, Paul Thomas; six grandchildren, Denise Rosener-Tesson, David Rosener, Duane...

Jan 15, 2024

James “Boone” Fererro, age 70, passed away on Monday, January 15, 2024, at his residence in Ste. Genevieve, MO. He was born November 17, 1953 to the late Marcellus Edward and Doshia May (Barton) Fererro. Boone was a member of the Harley Riders Owners. He was a machinist by trade for over 40 years. He liked to work on Harleys...

Jan 15, 2024

Wayne Perret, age 78, passed away on Monday, January 15, 2024, at Parkland Hospital in Farmington. He was born July 10, 1945 in Bonne Terre to the late George and Pearl (Martin) Perret. Wayne was a contractor for over 40 years. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Maxine Hibbits, Laverne Valleck; and brother, Keith Perret.

Wayne wed...

Jan 14, 2024

Billie “BJ” Newkirk, 40, of Park Hills was born on January 2, 1984, in Farmington, embraced life with a vibrant spirit and an unwavering faith. With profound sorrow, we share the news of her peaceful passing on January 14, 2024, at her sister’s residence in Bonne Terre. She was a beloved daughter, sister, mother, aunt and friend, leaving an indelible...

Jan 13, 2024

Jan 8, 2024

Jan 8, 2024

Ronald David Prater, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 8, 2024 at the age of 69. He was born on Thursday, April 22, 1954, in St. Louis to Cecil David and the late Elizabeth Loretta (Sanders) Prater.

He dedicated his life to serving his country in the United States Army as a Helicopter mechanic, retiring after 22 years of service,...

Jan 8, 2024

James Hartman, 60, of Park Hills, passed away January 8, 2024, at his home surrounded by family. He was born November 4, 1963, in Springfield, IL, to Patricia Bader. James volunteered at the VFW in Farmington and was a member of the Norman L. Rigdon Post #5896 Auxiliary. He enjoyed spending time with his family, fishing, and going to dirt...

Jan 7, 2024

Eileen Ann (Koch) Lammers 79, of Farmington, passed away January 7, 2024, at Southbrook in Farmington. She was born July 12, 1944, in St. Louis Missouri, to the late Karl and Vera (Leibrich) Koch. Eileen was preceded in death by her parents; two grandsons, George Nash and Daniel Nash; granddaughter, Harley Lawson; and great-grandbaby, Landon. She enjoyed sewing, crafts and...

Jan 6, 2024

Sally Morris, 93, of Leadwood, passed away January 6, 2024, at NHC Healthcare in Desloge. She was born December 31, 1930, in Taft, to the late Claude and Eula (Buffington) Kinsey.

Sally was a faithful member of Leadington Free Will Baptist Church, since 1985. Sally worked as a nurse’s aide for over 20 years. She had a nurturing heart...

Jan 5, 2024

Melba “Annie” Naes, 85, of Bridgeton, formerly of Leadwood, passed away January 5, 2024, at Mark Twain Manor in Bridgeton. She was born July 31, 1938, in Leadwood, to the late Vernon and Ethel (Surina) Bowen. Annie was a member of the First Baptist Church in Leadwood.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Orville Naes; and...

Jan 5, 2024

Kenneth Wilburn Nash, age 63, passed away on Friday, January 5, 2024, at Riverview at the Park Nursing Center in Ste. Genevieve, Missouri, Kenny was born in Bonne Terre, on Monday July 11, 1960, to the late Wilburn W. and Elizabeth C. (Patterson) Nash. Kenny served his country in the United States Army Reserves.

He was preceded in death by...

Jan 3, 2024

Cecil Eugene Stone, age 95 of Marquand, Missouri passed away on Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at Claru DeVille Nursing & Rehab Center in Fredericktown. He was born on May 16, 1928, Patton, Missouri, to Arnold and Opal (Reagan) Stone.

On August 10, 1951, he was united in marriage to Jovata Jo Heitman, she preceded him...

Jan 3, 2024

Joyce Jean Davis, age 77 of Alton, Missouri passed away on Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at Parkland Hospital in Farmington, Missouri. She was born on February 9, 1946, in St. Louis, Missouri to Clarence Eugene and Phyllis Aunita (Heggs) Vanover.

On July 31, 1971, she was united in marriage to Thomas Joseph Davis "Joe", he...

Jan 3, 2024

Gloria Graves, 81, of Desloge, passed away January 3, 2024, at NHC in Desloge. She was born June 9, 1942, in Bonne Terre, to the late Marvin Ray and Nora Helen (Harris) Graves. Gloria was employed by Handi Craft in Bonne Terre until retiring after 40 years. She enjoyed working, sewing and spending time with her family.

She was preceded...

Jan 2, 2024

William Frederick Strand "Fred", age 90 passed away on Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at his home in Fredericktown, Missouri. He was born on June 2, 1933, in Dinuba, California to Eric Frederick and Bertie Ellen (Ginn) Strand.

On May 29, 1956, in Tulare, California, he was united in marriage to Illa Mae Callison, she preceded...

Jan 2, 2024

Doris Ann Tinsley-Williams, age 71 passed away on Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at her home in Marble Hill, Missouri. She was born on October 20, 1952, in Cape Girardeau, Missouri to Emanuel Hurby and Meta Minnie (Moran) Barks.

She is survived by her daughter & son-in-law – Deborah & Chad Hollingsworth;

two grandchildren...