Obituaries

Local Obituaries in Bonne Terre, Desloge, Farmington, Park Hills, Leadwood, and Surrounding Areas in Missouri

Lena Bockenkamp

Lena Bockenkamp

Jul 19, 2021

          Lena Bockenkamp, 82, of Irondale, passed away July 19, 2021, at St. Joe Manor in Bonne Terre.  She was born October 1, 1938, in Irondale, to the late Chester Homer and Goldie Vernice (Hasty) Province.  Lena was of Methodist faith, she loved to quilt, embroidery and making fudge that everyone loved. She played Bingo, made crafts, watched birds and even...

Jessica Taylor Gibson

Jessica Taylor Gibson

Jul 17, 2021

Jessica Taylor Gibson, of Belleview, passed away unexpectedly, July 17, 2021 at the age of 28 years. She was born September 15, 1992 in Farmington. Jessica’s passion in life was her children, her fiancé John Draper and her family which she loved to pieces, along with her fur baby Max. She also enjoyed the creek, lake and taking road rides,...

Robert Lewis Yeager

Robert Lewis Yeager

Jul 16, 2021

 

Robert Lewis Yeager, 65, Bonne Terre, passed away Friday July 16, 2021 at St. Joe Manor in Bonne Terre. He was born Wednesday September 7, 1955 in St. Louis, to the late Donald and Mildred (Lewis) Yeager. Robert was a 1st Mate on the river boat, where he retired after 24 years in the Barge Industry. He enjoyed fishing,...

Maggie Sorbello

Maggie Sorbello

Jul 16, 2021

          Magdeline “Maggie” Ann Sorbello, age 87, of Farmington, passed away Friday, July 16, 2021, at Camelot Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation. She was born on Tuesday, January 30, 1934, in Portageville.      

          Maggie worked at the R. F. Spaghetti Factory as a machine operator. After leaving the factory, she volunteered at the Bonne Terre Head Start as a cook for 18...

Rose Moreland

Rose Moreland

Jul 16, 2021

          Rose Moreland, 72, of Desloge, passed away peacefully July 16, 2021, at home with her loved ones.  She was born August 29, 1948, in St. Louis, to the late Alois Otto and Threasa (Welte) Aumann.  Rose enjoyed fishing, crafts and gardening.   Her biggest joy of all, was watching her grandchildren play their sports.

          Rose was also preceded in death by...

Wilemma Seal

Wilemma Seal

Jul 14, 2021

Wilemma E. Seal, 90, passed away July 14, 2021, at Southbrook Skilled Nursing Center.  She was born May 9, 1931, in Connellsville, Pennsylvania, the daughter of the late William Fordyce and Marguerite Nameth. Wilemma worked for 25 years as an LPN at Parkland Health Center.  She was also very involved with the VFW Ladies Auxiliary 5896.

She will be missed...

Samuel Alvin Hawkins

Samuel Alvin Hawkins

Jul 13, 2021

 Samuel “Sam” Alvin Hawkins, age 85, of Potosi, passed away Tuesday, July 13, 2021, at National Health Care in Desloge.  Samuel was born on Friday, May 29, 1936, in Bonne Terre. He was preceded in death by his parents, Herbert and Virgie (Whitaker) Hawkins; brothers, Donald, Herbert Jr., Timothy, Kenny and Hershel Hawkins; sisters, Dorothy Casby, Loretta French and Ruth...

Helen Labonna Govreau

Helen Labonna Govreau

Jul 13, 2021

Helen Labonna (Thomas) Govreau, of Farmington, passed away July 13, 2021 at SouthBrook Nursing home. She was born November 11, 1930 in Flat River, Missouri.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Elba (Hulsey) Thomas; loving husband Luther (Luke) Govreau; son, Todd Govreau; siblings, Darryl, Paul, Gary, Beulah, and Eula. Helen enjoyed her crafts, being a collector...

Lisa Elaine Soden

Lisa Elaine Soden

Jul 12, 2021

     Lisa Elaine (Politte) Soden of French Village went to be with her Lord, Monday July 12, 2021. She was born and raised in Bonne Terre on June 29, 1965. Lisa was preceded by her father Leonard Walter Politte.

     She is survived by her husband, Matthew Soden of French Village; daughter Kristina and husband James Lambert of DeSoto; son, Zachary Black...

Belinda Joyce Walbert

Belinda Joyce Walbert

Jul 12, 2021

Belinda (BJ) Joyce Walbert of Gumbo (Park Hills) passed away July 12, 2021, at Mercy Hospital in St. Louis. She was born June 7, 1966. Belinda started working for Franklin County in 1997 and had recently retired from the Franklin County Sheriff’s Department after many dedicated years of service. She was incredibly protective of others and was the long-time honorary...

Zach Twomey

Zach Twomey

Jul 9, 2021

Zachary Seth Twomey, 31, of Bonne Terre, suddenly passed away July 9, 2021.  He was born November 7, 1989 in Santa Ana, California.  He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Shirley Thorne, Opal Twomey, and Henry Edward Twomey Sr.; two aunts, Clara Mae Twomey and Barbara Jean Harrington; uncle, Larry Boekemier.

 

Zach had a passion for helping people...

Katheryn "Kathy" Louise Marler

Katheryn "Kathy" Louise Marler

Jul 8, 2021

On Thursday July 8, 2021 Kathy Marler, loving partner, mother and grandmother passed away at the age of 64. Kathy was born on October 11, 1956 to Austin McClain and Mary Reinbold. Kathy was with her devoted partner Billy England for over 40 years.  Kathy loved the outdoors and had a passion for good old Rock ‘n’ Roll music, she...

Andrew Thurman

Andrew Thurman

Jul 7, 2021

Andrew “Andy” Thurman formerly of Farmington, MO passed away unexpectedly at his residence in Fredericktown, MO on July 7, 2021, at the age of 32. He was born December 13, 1988 in Farmington, MO. Andy was an answer to his parents’ prayer and was joyously adopted by Lee and Cindi Thurman at the age of 3 months.

He was preceded...

Larna V Huff

Larna V Huff

Jul 4, 2021

Larna Huff, 92, of Desloge passed away on July 4, 2021 at NHC Desloge. She was born September 28, 1928 in Courtois, MO. She was preceded in death by her parents, David and Bessie (Hutchings) Jarvis, her loving husband Leroy Huff, daughter in law Sharon Huff, one grandson, one granddaughter, and two brothers and one sister.

Larna is survived by...

Pat Skaggs

Pat Skaggs

Jul 3, 2021

          Rastus “Pat” Lee Skaggs, 80, of Bismarck, passed away Saturday, July 3, 2021, at his residence surrounded by his family.  Pat was born on Tuesday, April 29, 1941, in Fountain Farm.  He proudly served his country in the United States Navy.  He retired after 33 years with Ford Motor Company.  Pat enjoyed bowling, wood-working, collecting old coins, traveling and camping. ...

Vannah Rose Carol Horn

Vannah Rose Carol Horn

Jul 1, 2021

Baby Vannah Rose Carol Horn, beloved first daughter of Makayla Ferguson and David Horn, of Farmington was born asleep in the arms of Jesus on Thursday, July 1, 2021, at Parkland Hospital.

Baby Vannah is survived by her parents; grandparents, Keshia Ferguson, Alan and Amanda Horn. Many aunts, uncles, and cousins also survive.

A Memorial Visitation will be held Monday,...

Marvin Bess

Marvin Bess

Jun 30, 2021

Marvin Floyd Bess also known by “Whitey” and “Guinea”, age 86, of Bonne Terre, passed away Wednesday, June 30, 2021, at St. Joe Manor in Bonne Terre.  Marvin was born on Wednesday, August 1, 1934 in Bonne Terre.  Marvin worked at Meramec Mines and then retired from Chrysler as a robot repairman. He was of Baptist faith and proudly served...

Charles "Raymond" Jones

Charles "Raymond" Jones

Jun 29, 2021

          Raymond Jones, 93, of Bonne Terre, passed away June 29, 2021, at Southbrook Skilled Nursing Center in Farmington.  He was born December 10, 1927, in Bonne Terre, to the late Roy Joseph and Clara Mary (Boyer) Jones.  Raymond was of Catholic faith and worked over 40+ years as a structural engineer.  He enjoyed doing genealogy for the last 30 years.   ...

Mickey "Cowboy" Rawlins

Mickey "Cowboy" Rawlins

Jun 28, 2021

          Mickey “Cowboy” Rawlins, 71, of Park Hills, passed away June 28, 2021, at Mercy Hospital in St. Louis.  He was born January 30, 1950, in Montgomery County, to the late Edmond and Katherine (Penderdraft) Rawlins.  Cowboy enjoyed restoring old cars (especially Fords), listening to country music, making jewelry and lamps.  He was described as having handy hands.  

          He was...

Loman Stone

Loman Stone

Jun 25, 2021

Loman Stone formerly of Farmington, MO passed away surrounded by family, June 25, 2021, at the age of 91 in Springfield, MO.  He was born on March 18, 1930, at Fort Douglas, AR, the son of the late Homer and Leva (Terry) Stone.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Noble Stone and Artie...