Obituaries
Local Obituaries in Bonne Terre, Desloge, Farmington, Park Hills, Leadwood, and Surrounding Areas in Missouri
Evelyn "Evie" Payton
Jul 12, 2025
Evelyn “Evie” Payton passed from this life into the arms of Jesus on Saturday, July 12, 2025. In life, Evie was an active member of Covenant Bible Church until her health began to fail. She cherished close friendships and enjoyed fellowship there. Evie shared her love of music and life by playing the piano and organ. She was self-taught, never...
Robert "Bob" Louis Armstrong
Jul 12, 2025
Robert Louis Armstrong, fondly known to many as Bob, left this earth peacefully on Saturday, July 12, 2025 in Farmington, Missouri.
Born on Saturday, April 25, 1942, in St. Louis to the late James and Bertha Louis (Clipper) Armstrong. Bob was a kind-hearted soul whose warmth, humor, and generosity touched everyone he met. Known for his love of collecting magazines, Bob...
Rita Marie Reed
Jul 12, 2025
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of our beloved Rita Reed. She passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 12, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease. Rita's life was a testament to the power of family. She cherished her role as a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, showering each member of her extensive family with...
Rosario "Rosie" Galvan
Jul 11, 2025
Rosario Elizabeth “Rosie” Galvan, 79, of Farmington, MO passed away July 11, 2025. She was born April 30, 1946 in Billings, MT to the late Guadalupe J. and Jesus C. (Cervantez) Galvan. Rosie was a member of the St. Joseph Catholic Church of Farmington where she volunteered in the food pantry and numerous other church events. She also enjoyed volunteering...
David Lee Barnhouse
Jul 11, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of David (Dave) Lee Barnhouse, age 53, who died on Friday, July 11, 2025, at Barnes Jewish Hospital. Dave was born on April 10, 1972, in Farmington. He worked for over 10 years as a correctional officer at Potosi Correctional Center, where he built strong relationships with coworkers and was...
Joyce Martin
Jul 9, 2025
Joyce Norma Martin, age 69 of Lily Dale, New York passed away on Wednesday, July 9th, 2025, at Brooks Memorial Hospital in Dunkirk, New York. She was born on August 24, 1955, in Oblong, Illinois. To Willard and Esther (Kiger) Martin who proceed her.
Those surviving her include: Nephews - Stephen...
John Alfred Jones
Jul 9, 2025
John Alfred Jones of Ironton, Missouri passed away at his home surrounded by his loving family and friends on July 9, 2025. He was born December 16, 1973 in Farmington, Missouri the son of the late Alfred Harold and Betty Jean (Warren) Jones. He was 51 years old. John was a 1992 graduate of Arcadia Valley High School. Upon graduation...
Thelma Beatrice Sales
Jul 8, 2025
Thelma Beatrice Sales, age 99 passed away on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at her home in Farmington, Missouri. She was born on September 17, 1925, in St. Louis, Missouri, to William Robert and Mildred (Leigh) Bell.
On March 6, 1943, in St. Louis, Missouri, she was united in marriage to Roy Harding "Pokie" Sales, he...
Robert "Bob" Lemmon
Jul 7, 2025
Bob (Robert) Louis Lemmon (78) of Farmington, Missouri, passed away July 7, 2025 of natural causes. A loving husband and father, he is survived by his wife, Ellen (Myles) Lemmon; son, Bob Lemmon; and daughter, Gwen Lemmon; three siblings, Deb (Mike) Black, Russ Lemmon, Pam Warner; and sister-in-law, Carol Lemmon; along with many nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death...
Drevon Michael Rawson
Jul 6, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Drevon Michael Rawson, who was born on Friday, June 1, 2001, in Farmington and tragically left this world on Sunday, July 6, 2025. Drevon was only 24 years old at the time of his untimely death.
Drevon was a vibrant soul, known for his passion for basketball and sports. He...
Connie Hahn
Jul 5, 2025
It is with both heavy hearts and joyful memories that we announce the passing of Connie Hahn, 78, of Lake St. Louis and formerly of Desloge, who left us on July 5, 2025. Born on September 13, 1946, in Bonne Terre to the late Melvin and Dorothy “Dot” (Murray) Wamble, Connie graced the world with her vibrant spirit and love...
Michael "Mick" Dickus
Jul 4, 2025
It is with great joy and heartfelt remembrance that we announce the passing of Michael Hughes Dickus, affectionately known as Mick, who left us on July 4, 2025, at the age of 48. Born on May 10, 1977, in St. Louis, Mick’s spirit was as vibrant as the natural world he cherished.
Mick was a larger-than-life individual, whose love for nature...
Mary K. Lewis
Jul 4, 2025
Mary K. Lewis of Ironton, Missouri passed away July 4, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. She was born September 19, 1969 in Ironton, Missouri the daughter of the late Samuel and Mariann (Yates) Swaringim Sr. On June 4, 1989 she was united in marriage to Sherman L. Lewis who survives and resides in Ironton. They are the parents of...
Barbara Jean Hartzell
Jul 3, 2025
Barbara “Barb” Hartzell age 83, of Terre Du Lac passed away Thursday, July 3, 2025, at her residence. She was born on Sunday, March 8, 1942, in St. Louis, to the late Harry Albert and Lena Marie “Wilson” Ifland.
In addition to her parents, Barb was preceded in death by her loving husband, Larry Hartzell; beloved son, Robert Eugene Sontag; siblings,...
I. Jane Meyer
Jul 3, 2025
Jane Meyer, 85, passed away peacefully in her home in Farmington on Thursday, July 3, 2025. She was born March 14, 1940, in Arnold, Missouri to the late Robert and Hazel (Sikes) Morrow. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Dale A. Meyer Sr., sister, Norma Edney and brothers, Robert Morrow and Richard Morrow.
Jane...
Nelda Hardin Armstong
Jul 3, 2025
Nelda Hardin Armstrong of Owensville, Missouri passed away on July 3, 2025 at the age of 99 years. She was born on June 20, 1926 in Banner, Missouri the daughter of the late Benjamin and Lola (Nelson) Hardin. In March of 1947 she was united in marriage to Clarence "Clay" Armstrong who preceded her in death in 1983. To this...
Lonnie Mullins
Jun 30, 2025
Lonnie Eugene Mullins, 68, of Farmington passed away June 30, 2025 at Mercy Hospital South in St. Louis, MO. He was born September 19, 1956 in Farmington, MO to the late John and Jeanetta (Russell) Mullins.
He had a deep love for life’s simple pleasures and exciting moments. He especially enjoyed attending car shows, with a special appreciation for classic muscle...
Linda Ellen Miller
Jun 29, 2025
Linda Ellen Miller, age 78 of Farmington, Missouri passed away on Sunday, June 29, 2025, at Camelot Nursing Center in Farmington, Missouri. She was born on July 20, 1946, in Knob Lick, Missouri, to Richard Monroe and Opal Viola (Canter) Kinney.
On December 20, 1970, in Farmington, she was united in marriage to Dearl Gene...
Chris Queen
Jun 28, 2025
Christopher “Chris” Queen, age 66, of Bonne Terre, passed away Saturday, June 28, 2025, at Mercy Jefferson Hospital in Festus. Chris was born on Tuesday, April 14, 1959, in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan to Larry Munson and Nedra Darlene (Eaton) Queen.
Chris was preceded in death by his father, Larry Queen; first wife of 31 years, Cheryl Queen; two sons, Anthony...
Carol Lee Pettus
Jun 28, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Carol Pettus, 67, who left this world on Saturday, June 28, 2025. Carol was a devoted mother, cherished grandmother, and a compassionate caretaker whose love knew no bounds. She is survived by her son Clint Pettus, daughter-in-law Megan Pettus, and her beloved grandchildren; Trenton, Rylan, and Kendall Pettus; a...
