Obituaries
Local Obituaries in Bonne Terre, Desloge, Farmington, Park Hills, Leadwood, and Surrounding Areas in Missouri
James William Flanigan
Nov 16, 2024
James William Flanigan, 87, of Bonne Terre, passed away peacefully at 11:19A.M. on Saturday, November 16, 2024, at his residence surrounded by his family. Jim was born Friday, January 8, 1937, in Pocahontas, Arkansas, He is the son to the late Joseph and Violet (Spikes) Flanigan. Jim married the love of his life of 67 years, Carolyn Jean (Cole) Flanigan...
Dorothy "Rustee" Rochelle James
Nov 15, 2024
Dorothy Rochelle James, known to her loved ones as Rustee, passed away on Friday, November 15, 2024, just two days shy of her 62nd birthday. Born on Saturday, November 17, 1962, in Festus, MO, to the late Donald Earl and Nona Marie (Tullock) James.
Rustee cherished her passion for art, finding solace and joy in creating beautiful paper crafts, intricate drawings,...
Wayne Sherrill
Nov 13, 2024
Leroy Wayne Sherrill, 86, of Farmington, passed away November 13, 2024 at The Lutheran Home in Cape Girardeau. He was born April 8, 1938 in Herculaneum, to the late Roy and Lela (Ruble) Sherrill. Wayne proudly served his country in the United States Navy. He was a member of Memorial United Methodist Church of Farmington. Wayne retired from Flat River...
Linda Jean Carlyon
Nov 12, 2024
Linda Jean Carlyon passed away peacefully on November 12, 2024, surrounded by her beloved family. Born on February 17, 1947, in Frankclay, Missouri. Linda was a cherished daughter of Rosalie Vaul. She was lovingly raised by her grandparents, Mable and Herb Cox, who instilled in her a deep sense of faith, family, and kindness.
Linda was preceded in death by her...
Teri Bowen
Nov 12, 2024
Theresia “Teri” Bowen, passed away on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, in Farmington at Parkland Hospital in Farmington surrounded by her loving family. She was born on Thursday, August 16, 1945, in Bonne Terre, to the late James Clifford and Lena Marguerite (Bible) Smith.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband of 45 years, Duane...
Joyce Brand
Nov 10, 2024
Joyce Ann Brand, age 77, passed away at Parkland Health Center in Farmington on November 10, 2024. She was born July 16, 1947, in Bonne Terre to the late Glenwood and Kathryn (Gardner) Curdt. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her sister, Donna Kay Curdt and a brother in infancy, Glennon Curdt.
Joyce was a...
Brenda Schroeder
Nov 7, 2024
Brenda Schroeder, 72, of Farmington, passed away peacefully, November 7, 2024, at her home surrounded by her loved ones. She was born March 13, 1952, in St. Louis, to the late Otis Henry and Magdaline LuLu “Pete” (Wright) Dunlap. Brenda’s favorite past time was fishing, and she fished every chance she could get. She enjoyed painting, but her pride and...
Gregory Coy Wilson
Nov 6, 2024
Greg Wilson, 66, of Bonne Terre, passed away surrounded by his loved ones November 6, 2024, at Mercy St. Louis. He was born November 2, 1958, in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, to Coy and Peggy (Orton) Wilson.
Greg was a member of New Life Assembly of God Church and served as a beloved member of the worship team. He was employed as...
Belinda Annette Hall
Nov 6, 2024
Belinda Hall, 64, of Frankclay, passed away November 6, 2024, at her home. She was born July 5, 1960, in Bonne Terre, to Larry Dean and Nancy Louise (Davis) Webb. Belinda’s main joy in life was her family, especially her grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Nancy Webb and one uncle, Anthony Davis.
Belinda is survived by her loving...
Robert "Bobby" Paul White,ll
Nov 5, 2024
Robert Paul White II, known to his loved ones as just Bobby, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 surrounded by his family, at the age of 50, in his hometown of Bonne Terre, Missouri. Born on Monday, May 20, 1974, to the late Robert Paul and Joyce (Degonia) White.
Bobby was a blue-collar man who found joy in life's...
Thomas Spears
Nov 2, 2024
Lynn Thomas Spears, age 71, of Desloge, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at his residence in Desloge. He was born on Monday, August 3, 1953, in Little Rock, Arkansas.
Thomas was talented at playing the piano and organ. He shared his passion for music by playing the organ at First Congregational Church in Bonne Terre. His love for...
Patricia "Diane" Politte
Nov 2, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Diane Politte,68, of Bonne Terre, a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, who departed this life on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis. Born on Tuesday, November 29, 1955 in Bonne Terre. Diane was a compassionate soul whose kindness touched the lives of all who had the privilege...
Blanche White
Nov 1, 2024
Blanche White, age 84, of Park Hills, passed away Friday, November 1, 2024, at Camelot Skilled Nursing Center in Farmington. She was born on Wednesday, March 13, 1940, in Esther to the late Burlon and Pearl (McCutcheon) Jenkerson.
She was a former assembly worker at Bussman, where she worked diligently for many years. Blanche found solace in her faith and was...
Ron L. McWilliams
Nov 1, 2024
Ron McWilliams, 86, of Desloge, passed away November 1, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loved ones. He was born May 27, 1938, in Esther to the late Paul Vernon and Opal Louise (Umfleet) McWilliams. Ronald was a proud member of the Masonic Lodge, in Desloge.
He was preceded in death by his parents; loving wife, Charlean (Wilkinson) McWilliams; one...
Billy Stricklin
Oct 31, 2024
William Joseph “Billy” Stricklin, 42, of Farmington passed away October 31, 2024. He was born March 4, 1982 in Farmington. Billy enjoyed hosting events in which he could showcase his love for grilling. He enjoyed online gaming and especially playing the card game, Magic the Gathering. He was a hard worker who always felt he should be doing more. He...
Cora Faye Anderson
Oct 26, 2024
Cora Faye (McDermott) Anderson, age 80, of Farmington, passed away on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at her residence surrounded by family. She was born August 15, 1944, in Charleston, MO to the late Richard and Tommie (Carson) McDermott. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Gerald Anderson, Sr.; brothers, Charlie McDermott (Anna) and...
Norman Steven Grooms
Oct 24, 2024
Norman Steven Grooms, born on December 13, 1945, in St. Louis, Missouri, passed away on October 24, 2024, at Autumn Meadows Nursing Center in Cahokia, Illinois. A proud veteran, Norman served his country honorably in the United States Army. His commitment to service was mirrored in his strong involvement as a Mason, where he found camaraderie and purpose among his...
Bill Bonacker
Oct 24, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of William Bonacker on October 24, 2024, at the age of 75. William, known to many as Bill, left this world surrounded by his family.
He was born March 27, 1949, to the late Harold and Jean (Sieckman) Bonacker. Bill was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Michael Bonacker; brother-in-law,...
Betty Mae Wright
Oct 24, 2024
Betty (Schaefer) Wright, age 84, of Fredericktown, passed away on Thursday, October 24, 2024, at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Betty was born on Wednesday, June 12, 1940, in Fredericktown. She was born to the late Leslie “Les” and Myrtle Mae (Perry) Schaefer. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Kevin Casey;...
Opal West
Oct 24, 2024
Opal Mae West, 86, of Farmington, peacefully passed away on October 24, 2024, just shy of her 87th birthday. She was born on November 4, 1937, in Ironton, MO, to the late Harmon and Fern (Wren) Swaringim. A long-time devoted member of the First Baptist Church of Ironton, and later the First Baptist Church of Farmington, Opal's faith was a...
