Obituaries
Local Obituaries in Bonne Terre, Desloge, Farmington, Park Hills, Leadwood, and Surrounding Areas in Missouri
Ernest Schaefer
Dec 25, 2024
Ernest Schaefer, 93, of Desloge, passed away December 25, 2024. He was born August 29, 1931, in St. Louis, to the late Ewald and Ida (Brandt) Schaefer.
Ernest was of Lutheran faith and dedicated his life to serving his country in the United States Coast Guard before embarking on a rewarding career as a mapping agent with the government, from which...
Harry Lynn Peterson
Dec 25, 2024
Harry Lynn Peterson passed away at Parkland Hospital in Farmington, on December 25, 2024, at the age of 86. He was born on March 15, 1938, in Bonne Terre to the late Harry H. and Ethel (Burcham) Peterson.
Harry was a graduate of the Kemper Military Academy. After graduation he worked at his father’s Pepsi Cola Bottling Plant, in Flat River,...
Shirley Phares
Dec 24, 2024
Shirley Phares, 86, of Desloge, passed away December 24, 2024, surrounded by her loving family at Mercy Jefferson in Festus. She was born August 15, 1938, in Cantwell, to the late Edgar and Dorothy Violet (Richardson) Rehkop. Shirley was a member of Cornerstone Baptist Church in Park Hills. She was also a member of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority and worked...
Gloria Davison
Dec 22, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gloria June (Moyers) Davison, age 75, of Park Hills. Gloria passed away on December 22, 2024.
Gloria was born on March 9, 1949, in Fredericktown, to the late Arthor and Edith June Moyers. She graduated from Farmington High School and built a lifelong career with Flat River Glass Company, where...
Wanda Brown
Dec 21, 2024
Wanda Brown, a cherished educator, beloved mother, and community pillar, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2024, at the age of 99. Born on January 28, 1925, to the late George Lewis and Leona (Majors) Sublett. Wanda dedicated her life to nurturing and empowering those around her, first as a devoted teacher and ultimately as a businesswoman alongside her late...
Judy Beister
Dec 19, 2024
Judith “Judy” Irene Beister, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend, passed away at Missouri Baptist Hospital in St. Louis on December 19, 2024, at the age of 82. Born on December 31, 1941, in Chicago, Illinois, Judy made her home in Farmington, Missouri, where she nurtured deep connections with her family and community.
Judy was preceded in death by...
Art Daniels
Dec 18, 2024
Arthur David Daniels, 72, of Farmington passed away December 18, 2024 at Mercy Hospital Jefferson in Festus. He was born October 27, 1952 in St. Louis to the late Arthur O. and Anita K. (Cox) Daniels. Art was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church of Farmington. He taught science at Farmington High School, Mineral Area College and St. Paul...
Carmen Lea (Selzer) Higgins
Dec 17, 2024
Carmen Selzer Higgins, a beacon of strength and kindness, was born on Wednesday, April 14, 1971, in Farmington, Missouri. She peacefully left this world on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Carmen was welcomed into heaven by her beloved parents, Pete and Joy Selzer, her brother Pete Selzer, her cherished grandparents, her best friend Michelle, and her...
Rev. Leonard Moreland
Dec 17, 2024
Rev. Leonard Moreland, 75, of Desloge, passed away peacefully, December 17, 2024. He was born May 3, 1949, in DeSoto, to the late Nemly and Lucy (Reeves) Moreland. Leonard loved to fish and study his bible.
He was also preceded in death by his loving wife of 53 years, Rose Mary (Aumann) Moreland.
Leonard is survived by Dot Lasley and his children,...
Mary Hamblin
Dec 16, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mary Verta Hamblin, 66, of Bonne Terre, she departed this life suddenly at her home on December 16, 2024. Born on April 12, 1958, in East St. Louis, Illinois, Mary was a beloved daughter of William Lee and Geraldine Lee (Shannon) Horton. Mary was tenacious, authentic, and her love...
Glen Edward Hendrix
Dec 15, 2024
Glennon (“Glen”) Edward Hendrix, of Tuscumbia, MO, passed away Sunday, December 15,2024, at the age of 76.
Glen worked for John Deere, mechanic shop and other employers before eventually retiring from Modine Manufacturing. Always doing little things here and there, retirement did not slow him down, and he especially enjoyed working alongside his longtime friend Howard. Glen loved camping, hunting, setting...
Shirley Dugal
Dec 15, 2024
Shirley June Dugal, 90, of Bonne Terre passed away December 15, 2024. She was born April 9, 1934 in Farmington, MO to the late Anderson D. and Opal (Bloom) Counts. Shirley was a member of Three Rivers Baptist Church. She loved gardening and working in her yard. She also enjoyed spending time with family.
In addition to her parents, she was...
Ethel Marie Hopkins
Dec 14, 2024
Ethel Marie Hopkins, age 90, of Farmington, passed away Saturday, December 14, 2024, at Camelot Nursing Facility. Ethel was born on Thursday, March 1, 1934, to the late Harry Edgar and Kathryn “Flesch” Wann, Sr. She was a member of the Pendleton United Baptist Church and a member of the Order of the Eastern Star.
Ethel devoted many years of her...
Gary Busenbark
Dec 10, 2024
It is with both heavy hearts and joyful memories that we celebrate the life of Gary Milton Busenbark, who passed away in an unfortunate accident on December 10, 2024, at the age of 85. Born on September 4, 1939, in Bonne Terre, to the late Leslie and Irene (Honbeck) Busenbark, Gary was a beloved husband, father, grandpa and entrepreneur, whose...
Connie Waller
Dec 9, 2024
Connie Jean Waller, 65, of Farmington passed away December 9, 2024, at her residence surrounded by her loving family. She was born November 19, 1959, in Bonne Terre to the late John “Jake” F. and Doris Jean (Richardson) Waller. She was a member of the First Free Will Baptist Church of Farmington.
A proud registered nurse for over 30 years, Connie...
Ellen Willene White
Dec 9, 2024
Ellen Willene White, 88, formerly of Bonne Terre, passed away peacefully, on Monday, December 9, 2024, at Scenic Nursing Facility in Herculaneum, leaving behind cherished memories for her family and friends. She lived a fulfilling life, where she embraced the simple joys of existence with an unwavering passion. Ellen was born on Sunday, January 26, 1936, in Piggot, Arkansas, to...
Damien Reon Rongey
Dec 8, 2024
Damien Reon Rongey, 22, of Farmington passed away December 8, 2024. He was born July 14, 2002, in St. Louis. Damien was a 2020 graduate of Farmington High School. He earned a degree in Biology from Mineral Area College and Environmental Science from Missouri University of Science and Technology at Rolla. He was member of the Eco Miners at Missouri...
Robbie Coale
Dec 8, 2024
Robert G. Coale, lovingly known as Robbie, 58, of Park Hills, is remembered for his vibrant spirit and deep devotion to family. He tragically passed away on December 8, 2024, as a result of an auto accident. Born on December 17, 1965, in Bonne Terre to the late Robert and Betty (Gilliland) Coale, Robbie lived a life filled with joy,...
Josephine "Boots Rawlins
Dec 7, 2024
Josephine “Boots” Rawlins, 80, of Leadington, passed away peacefully with her family by her side, December 7, 2024, at Belleville Memorial in Belleville, Illinois. She was born February 27, 1944, in Kansas City, MO, to the late Joseph and Mertie (Smith) Vasquez. Josephine was a member of the Farmington Church of God. Boots was an avid bowler most of her...
Donald Paul Jaster, Jr.
Dec 5, 2024
Donald Paul Jaster, 70, of Bonne Terre, passed away surrounded by his loved ones, on Thursday, December 5, 2024 at his residence. He was born on Monday, September 13, 1954 in Bonne Terre, to the late Donald P. and Florence E. (Pierce) Jaster, Sr. He was born of Catholic faith.
Don lived a life defined by strong will, unwavering independence, and...
