Obituaries
Local Obituaries in Bonne Terre, Desloge, Farmington, Park Hills, Leadwood, and Surrounding Areas in Missouri
Carol Sue Weems
Sep 28, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Carol Sue Weems, 82, of Farmington, formerly a resident of Bonne Terre. Carol was born on Saturday, December 5, 1942, in Ironton, Missouri. Carol left this world peacefully on Sunday, September 28, 2025, at St. Louis de Greeff Hospice House. A devoted mother, grandmother, and respected educator. Carol's legacy...
Ryan Carter Dowell
Sep 27, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ryan Dowell, age 53, who died on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at Barnes Jewish Hospital. Ryan was born on June 20, 1972, in St. Louis, Missouri.
Ryan was a talented athlete who loved baseball and football, where he was All State for the Farmington Knights football team. After high school...
John Lee Parres
Sep 26, 2025
John Lee Parres, 86, of Bonne Terre, MO passed away on September 26, 2025, at Country Meadows in Park Hills. He was born March 8, 1939, to the late William and Annie Parres. He loved making walking sticks and was an avid storyteller and was great at it.
In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his...
Tonnie Dean Jackson
Sep 26, 2025
Tonnie Dean Jackson, a cherished wife, loving mother, wonderful grandmother, and remarkable woman, passed away on September 26, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer; she was 70 years old. Tonnie was born on December 20, 1954, in St. Louis, Missouri to Kelzie Ardeen Wisdom and Dormalee (Adams) Wisdom. She is preceded in death by her parents, and her sister,...
Beverly Gail Burns
Sep 23, 2025
Beverly Gail (O’Neail) Burns, age 75, of Bonne Terre passed away Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at her residence surrounded by her loving family. She was born on Thursday, August 24, 1950, in Fletcher, MO to the late Ernest and Mary (DeClue) O’Neail.
Beverly was an extraordinary woman who dedicated over twenty years of her life to owning and operating Burns Home...
Kevin Matthew Calanquin Jr
Sep 23, 2025
Baby Kevin Matthew Calanquin, Jr. became an angel on Tuesday, September 23, 2025. Though his time with us was far too short, he filled our hearts with a love that will last forever. He is survived by his loving parents, Kevin Calanquin, Sr. and Lisa (Ciccariello) Calanquin; three sisters, Aida, Maev and Evalynn; maternal grandma, Susan Stutenroth; maternal grandpa, Angelo...
Charles Thomas Olmsted
Sep 22, 2025
Charles Olmsted, 89, of Bonne Terre passed away Monday, September 22, 2025 at Parkland South, in Farmington. He was born April 27, 1936 to the late Myron George and Leona Belle (Cox) Olmsted. Charles loved classic cars but his real joy was spending time with family.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and siblings, George Olmsted and Ellen Kottwitz.
He...
Marie "Jane" Selzer
Sep 19, 2025
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Jane Selzer, age 97, of Bonne Terre. Jane passed away peacefully on September 19, 2025, at Country Meadows in Park Hills, surrounded by loving memories and the warmth of her family. Born on August 29, 1928, in Bonne Terre, Jane was the daughter of the late John and Anna (Durocin)...
Rhonda Joann Hulsey
Sep 19, 2025
Rhonda Joann (Mahurin) Hulsey, 89, of Gumbo and Desloge passed away into the arms of her Lord and Savior surrounded by her loving family on Friday, September 19, 2025.
Rhonda was born on July 22, 1936, on Owl Creek just outside of Gumbo to Louis “Doc” and Goldie (Wood) Mahurin.
At the young age of 9, the family moved into Gumbo where...
Vernon Fred Meister
Sep 10, 2025
Vernon Fred Meister, 79, of Farmington passed away September 10, 2025. He was born May 28, 1946 in St. Louis, MO to the late Vernon and Clara (Heimos) Meister. Vernon loved hunting and fishing, but he especially loved spending time with his family. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by a sister.
Vernon is survived by...
Larry Ford Leake
Sep 10, 2025
It’s with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Larry Ford Leake passed away peacefully Wednesday September 10, 2025, at the age of 68. Born on Friday, July 19, 1957, in Richmond Virginia, to the late Eugene William and Mary Lucille Leake.
Larry lived a life brimming with creativity, laughter, and love.
Larry was not just a talented musician, singer, and...
Christopher Buckhanan
Sep 10, 2025
Christopher Buckhanan, age 60, of Park Hills, passed away September 10, 2025, at Parkland Hospital in Farmington, Missouri. Born on December 30, 1964, in Saint Louis, to the late James Buckhanan and Carolyn (Jackson) Rankin.
Chris was a believer and proud member of the Flat River Christian Church. He worked as a delivery driver of automobiles in St. Louis for Key...
Maurice Bond Graham
Sep 9, 2025
Maurice B. (Marcy) Graham, husband, father and advocate for hundreds of clients during his 60+ years as an attorney lost his battle with ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease) on September 9th, 2025. Mr. Graham was born in Fredericktown, Missouri and following law school practiced in Fredericktown for a number of years before moving to St. Louis.Marcy and his wife Edna Mae,...
Betty Lou Henry
Sep 9, 2025
Betty Lou Henry, 88, of Farmington passed away September 9, 2025, at Southbrook Nursing Home in Farmington. She was born on November 3, 1936, in Ironton, MO to the late Earl and Ruby (Castell) Fisher.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Joseph Henry, son, Allen Henry; grandchildren, Michelle Garneke, Coty Pratt; brothers, Kenny Fisher, Clarence Fisher, Melvin Fisher,...
Brenda Yount
Sep 7, 2025
Brenda Sue Yount, 73, of Farmington, passed away peacefully on September 7, 2025, at Community Manor. Born on July 15, 1952, in Bonne Terre, Brenda was the beloved daughter of the late Charles “Buster” and Mary Lou (Bleckler) Pace. She will be remembered for her unwavering love, kindness, and dedication to her family and community. A devoted member of Fellowship...
Toney Lee Bruce
Sep 6, 2025
Toney Bruce, 64, of Piedmont, passed away Saturday, September 6, 2025, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. He was born on Wednesday, October 7,1960, in St. Louis, MO to the late David and Betty (McGuire) Bruce. Toney was a skilled laborer and even was a foreman in the Laborer's Union in St. Louis. In his...
Rhonda Robbs
Sep 6, 2025
Rhonda Michelle Robbs, age 57, of Bonne Terre, passed away on September 6, 2025, at Mercy Jefferson in Festus. Born on December 18, 1967, in St. Louis, Rhonda was the beloved daughter of the late Charles “Charlie” Robbs and Connie Sue (Branch) Cole.
Rhonda was a vibrant spirit and a dedicated member of the Centenary United Methodist Church, where she made...
Wilma Massey
Sep 6, 2025
Wilma Massey, 88, of Farmington, was an enduring spirit of kindness and faith, who passed away peacefully on September 6, 2025, at Parkland Hospital South in Farmington. Born on January 25, 1937, in Irondale, she was the cherished daughter of the late John and Opal (Brydon) Pyatt. Wilma led a life filled with purpose and devotion. A longstanding member of...
Ralph Andrew Trask
Sep 5, 2025
Ralph Andrew Trask, 88, passed away on September 5, 2025, in Farmington surrounded by his loved ones. He was born in Ironton Missouri on August 9, 1937, to Andrew and Mary (Lewis) Trask. Until the age of 10, he lived in Dexter Missouri when the family moved to the Trask family farm in Banner Missouri. Ralph attended school in Ironton...
Louise D. Scmidt
Sep 4, 2025
Louise D. (Schilli) Schmidt,67, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 4, 2025 at her residence in French Village, Missouri. She was a beloved wife, to her husband Bill Schmidt. Louise was born on, Sunday, October 27, 1957, in Perryville, Missouri to the late Edwin A. and Anna J. Griffard Schilli.
Louise spent many years serving as a secretary for the Department...
