Obituaries
Local Obituaries in Bonne Terre, Desloge, Farmington, Park Hills, Leadwood, and Surrounding Areas in Missouri
Brenda Holland
Oct 13, 2024
Brenda Joyce Holland, a beloved homemaker formerly of Crystal City, MO and most recently Farmington, MO, passed away on Sunday, October 13, 2024, at Camelot Skilled Nursing Center. She was born on Saturday, July 27, 1963, in St. Louis to the late Willie Bob and Mildred “Mickey” Joyce (Brown) Lee and was raised in Cahokia, IL. In addition to her...
John Stam
Oct 12, 2024
John (Johnny) Michael Stam of Farmington passed away peacefully at home on October 12, 2024. He was born on September 15, 1946, to the late John Henry Ward Stam and Nellie (Howell) Stam. John spent 31 years with the St. Louis County Department of Highways and Traffic where he worked as an engineering technician. In addition, he was previously employed...
Don Brown
Oct 11, 2024
Donald Ray Brown, 92, of Farmington passed away October 11, 2024. He was born October 8, 1932, in Shreveport, LA to the late Jessie Leo and Annie Bell (Formby) Brown. Don was a faithful member of the First Baptist Church of Farmington who loved to read his Bible.
In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by two...
Pamela "Pam" Schwartz
Oct 10, 2024
Pam Schwartz, age 72, of Bonne Terre, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 10, 2024, at her residence. She was born on Monday, March 17, 1952, in Marceline, Missouri to Charles Richard and Alice Pauline (Flickinger) Slaughter.
Pam was preceded in death by her father, Charles Slaughter, loving husband, Robert “Bob” Schwartz.
Pam dedicated her life to her community working for the...
Jerald "Jerry" Wayne Ashby
Oct 10, 2024
Jerry Ashby, 78, of Park Hills, passed away October 10, 2024, at his residence. He was born October 27, 1945, in Bonne Terre to the late Leland and Verlene (Grimes) Ashby.
Jerry enjoyed camping, hunting, and was an avid gun collector. He was a life member of Local 513 of the International Union of Operating Engineers, Patron member of the NRA,...
Nancy Carol Williams
Oct 8, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Nancy Carol Williams, a beloved member of the St. Joseph Church in Bonne Terre and a former member of the Daughters of Isabella. Nancy was born on Thursday, April 6, 1933 to the late Grover and Katie (Thornton) Bisch. Nancy peacefully passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, surrounded by loved ones.
She...
Floyd McFarland
Oct 5, 2024
Floyd McFarland, 92, of Farmington, passed away October 5, 2024, at Marymount Skilled Nursing Manor in Eureka. He was born January 3, 1932, in Loughboro, to the late Clarence Orville and Bessie Irene (Powell) McFarland. Floyd was a member of the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Farmington. He was employed with Chrysler until changing jobs to Ameren, where he retired...
Stanley "Stan" J. Benne
Oct 5, 2024
Stan Benne, age, 67, of Farmington, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 5, 2024, at Southbrook Skilled Nursing Center in Farmington surrounded by his loving family. Stan was born on Tuesday, July 16, 1957, in St. Louis to the late Paul H. and Lucille (Hawkins) Benne. In addition to his parents, Stan was preceded in death by a stillborn brother...
Nicci Dement
Oct 4, 2024
Nicolle “Nicci” Linnet Dement, wife, mother, grandmother and sister, passed away on Friday, October 4, 2024, at her residence in Desloge. Nicci was born on Sunday, July 17, 1966, in St. Louis to the late John and Willa (Black) Wood.
Nicci dedicated her life to caring for children, owning and operating Playmates Daycare in Park Hills for 28 years. Nicci was...
Randall "Randy" Stanley Bose
Oct 3, 2024
Randall Stanley Bose, passed away at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN on October 3, 2024, at the age of 63. He was born on August 7, 1961, Renton, Washington, to the late Richard Lee and Gwen (Slown) Bose. Randy was also preceded in death by his brother, Brian Bose
“Randallynn” was a beloved husband of 34 years, to Etta (Kirk)...
Gary M. Caby
Oct 1, 2024
Gary M. Caby, 77, peacefully passed away in St. Charles on October 1, 2024 Born January 27, 1947, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Gary was an incredibly accomplished man. He obtained his Master's degree in Business Administration and developed a successful career over the years. A proud US Army veteran, Gary will be fondly remembered for his dedication to his community and...
William E. Pinkley, Sr.
Sep 30, 2024
William Elwood Pinkley, Sr. passed away September 30, 2024 at Camelot Nursing Center in Farmington. He was born January 4, 1941 in Flat River to the late Elwood and Mildred (Holt) Pinkley. William proudly served his country in the United States Navy.
Arrangements are under the direction of C.Z. Boyer & Son Funeral Home - Taylor Chapel in Farmington.
John "Johnny" William Beckman Jr.
Sep 29, 2024
Johnny Beckman Jr., passed away at his home in Park Hills on September 29, 2024, at the age of 59. He was born on August 8, 1965, in Illinois, to the late John William and Vicki Lynn (Sutton) Beckman.
Johnny is survived by his children, Amanda Beckman and Lindsey Beckman; grandchildren, Emma White and Kiley White. He is also survived by...
Margaret Bell Miller
Sep 28, 2024
Margaret Bell Miller, a beloved member of the Caledonia community, passed away at her residence on September 28, 2024, at the age of 87. She was born on April 27, 1937, in Harviell, Missouri, to the late Francis and Bessie (Shumate) Pennington.
Margaret was also preceded in death by her dear husband of 48 years, Herbert Lee Miller; two sons, John...
Vickey Lynn Dunn
Sep 27, 2024
Vickey Lynn Dunn, passed away at Mercy South Hospital in St. Louis on September 27, 2024, at the age of 66. She was born on December 05, 1956, in Albany, Georgia, to the late William Andrew and Betty Lou (Marler) Peace.
Vickey was also preceded in death by her brother, Michael Andrew Peace and sister JoAnn Heistand.
Vickey is survived by her...
Tom Quinton
Sep 25, 2024
Thomas Eugene Quinton, 83, of Farmington passed away September 25, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. He was born November 2, 1940 in Fredericktown, MO to the late James and Beulah (Simmons) Quinton. Tom was a member of the New Life Assembly of God. He retired as a carpenter for Union Local 1795. He loved antiques and especially enjoyed trading...
Joseph Emmanuel Lyles
Sep 25, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Joseph Lyles, a beloved father, proud grandfather, and cherished brother. He was born on Monday, January 10, 1955, to the late William R. and Willie M. (Campbell) Lyles. Joseph's journey on this earth came to a gentle close on Wednesday, September 25, 2024.
Along with his parents he is...
Pamela Ann Smith
Sep 24, 2024
Pamela Ann Smith, 60, of Farmington passed away September 24, 2024 at Creve Coeur Manor in Creve Coeur, MO. She was born February 25, 1964 in Ironton to the late Howard and Mary (Ruh) Smith. Pamela enjoyed singing and especially loved watching St. Louis Cardinal baseball.
In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her brother, Howard...
Claudia Ruth Bleckler
Sep 23, 2024
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Claudia Ruth Bleckler, 79, of Bonne Terre, a loving wife, devoted mother, and Grandma. Claudia passed away on Monday, September 23, 2024, at St. Lukes’s Hospital in Chesterfield MO. She was born in Leadington, on Saturday, September 22, 1945. Claudia was a member of Cornerstone Baptist Church in Farmington.
Claudia was preceded...
Don Grieshaber
Sep 23, 2024
Donald Grieshaber, 86, of Desloge, passed away September 23, 2024, at Southbrook in Farmington. He was born March 30, 1938, to the late Raymond and Birdie Mae (Montgomery) Grieshaber. After 40 years of dedicated service, Don retired from Union Pacific Railroad. He was a member of the Fellowship Free Will Baptist Church of Park Hills and the Pendelton Masonic Lodge...
