Obituaries

Nov 17, 2023

Charlene May Huskey, age 91, of Bonne Terre, passed away Friday, November 17, 2023, at Country Meadows Nursing Home, in Park Hills. She was born on Monday, June 6, 1932, in Richwoods, to the late George W. and Gertrude (Miller) Lucas. Charlene was a long-time member of the Gospel Light Freewill Baptist Church in Bonne Terre.

Charlene had a great...

Nov 17, 2023

Barbara Ruth Lucas, age 76, of Farmington passed away November 17, 2023, at Mercy St. Louis Hospital. She was born September 10, 1947, in Annapolis to the late John Wesley and Helen Genice (Leach) Copeland. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Steven Lucas; son, Ralph Wesley Lucas; sister, Virgie Miller; 3 brothers, Clarence, Dean, and James...

Nov 17, 2023

Terry Murray, 82, of Fredericktown, passed away peacefully Friday, November 17, 2023, at Southbrook Skilled Nursing Center in Farmington, surrounded by family. He was born Thursday, August 28, 1941, in Fredericktown, to the late Jasper Russell and Rose Marie (Owens) Murray. Terry enjoyed television, being on the internet, as well as his dog. He also enjoyed working, which took up...

Nov 15, 2023

Lola Marie Cooper, 92 of Bonne Terre passed away peacefully surrounded by her family Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at Mercy Jefferson Hospital in Festus. She was born Monday, September 21, 1931 in Moran, Kansas, to the late John and Myrtle Olive (Smith) Cross. Lola was said to be a light in her family, and a joy at Fox C-6 School...

Nov 14, 2023

Nov 13, 2023

Ann Wampler, 85, of Desloge, passed away November 13, 2023, at The Arbors at Maplebrook in Farmington. She was born June 2, 1938, in Elvins, to the late Garrett and Leona (Reese) Poston. Ann worked at Leadco Credit Union as an accountant / office manager, before retiring. Her hobbies were yard work, singing in the church choir and tennis.

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Nov 12, 2023

Carolyn Parson, 92, of Park Hills, passed away November 12, 2023, at Country Meadows in Park Hills. She was born April 6, 1931, in Minnesota, to the late Emil and Mabel (Bradley) Winters. Carolyn loved quilting, crocheting, baking and spending time with her family.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Mack Parsons and one son, David Smith.

Carolyn...

Nov 11, 2023

Dale Grace, 65 of Bonne Terre passed away Saturday, November 11, 2023 at his residence surround by his loved ones. He was born Wednesday, May 28, 1958 in Potosi, Missouri, to the late Opal (Wilson) Grace. He liked classic cars, especially hot rods, going fishing, but most of all being with his family.

Dale is survived by his significant other,...

Nov 11, 2023

Ben Jones, 87, of Belleville, IL, passed away November 11, 2023, at his residence. He was born August 21, 1936, in Okalona, Arkansas, to the late Clifford Lloyd and Jewel Mary (Hamilton) Jones.

Ben joined the Missouri National Guard in 1954, and served nine years, achieving the rank of Sgt. First Class. In November of 1956, he joined Union...

Nov 10, 2023

Benjamin Michael Merritt, 34, of Barnhart, died on November 10, 2023, after being tragically murdered in a road rage incident. Benjamin, known as “Benny” or “Ben”, was born January 11, 1989, and proudly celebrated five years of sobriety on August 15, 2023. He was living his best life, managing his landscape and lawncare business, and lovingly raising two beautiful children...

Nov 10, 2023

Nov 9, 2023

Katie Young, 32, of Bonne Terre, passed away November 9, 2023, surrounded by ones she loved. Katie was born November 30, 1990, in St. Louis, to Alan and Kimberly (Smith) Gibson. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Bonne Terre as well as a member of the North County Class of 2009 and their Valedictorian. Katie spent...

Nov 8, 2023

Leamay LaPlant, age 102, of Desloge, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 8, 2023, at Camelot Nursing Center in Farmington. She was born on Tuesday, March 22, 1921, in Elvins, to the late Peter and Mary Virginia (Goverau) Sirclum. Leamay was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Park Hills. She loved traveling to any destination, having her...

Nov 7, 2023

Nov 6, 2023

Rose Kunkleman, 89, of Bismarck, passed away November 6, 2023, at Georgian Gardens in Potosi. She was born November 29, 1933, in Piggott, Arkansas, to the late Steve and Avis (Burck) Taylor. Rose was a member of the First Baptist Church in Bismarck. She enjoyed quilting, working in her vegetable garden and spending time with her daughter and late sister...

Nov 6, 2023

Nov 6, 2023

Nov 5, 2023

Nov 5, 2023

Maxine (Turner) Lashley, age 77, of Irondale, passed away peacefully at her residence surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, November 5, 2023. She was born on Friday, November 30, 1945, in Salem to the late Paul and Mable (Montgomery) Turner.

In addition to her parents, Maxine was preceded in death by her sister, Dorothy Bailey, brothers, Larry and Eddie...

Nov 4, 2023