obituaries
Recent obituaries in Fredericktown, Missouri.
The obituaries in the Madison County, Missouri area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity of Madison County, Missouri's history and identity.
Roberta Joyce Royer
Sep 6, 2026
Joyce Royer was born on January 10, 1936, at Fredericktown, MO, the daughter of Samual and Opal Shy (Smithey) Smallen, and passed away on September 06, 2026.
Joyce was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Roy Francis Royer, who she married on September 15, 1952, seven (7) brothers and two (2) sister in laws.
Joyce is survived by two (2)...
Ronald L. Reagan
Sep 4, 2026
Ronald L. Reagan was born on April 20, 1946, at Steele, Missouri, the son of George W. and Molly (Wigginton) Reagan, and passed away on September 4, 2026, at the age of 80 years.
Ron was preceded in death by his parents and multiple brothers and sisters.
Ron is survived by his wife Brenda Reagan, who he married in December of 2008,...
Nancy Elinor Beard
Sep 1, 2026
Nancy Elinor Beard was born on November 4, 1941, in St. Louis, MO, the daughter of John and Elinor (Eveland) Wafler, and passed away on September 1, 2026, at the age of 84.
Nancy was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Marvin Beard, who she married on July 19, 2007, one sister Phyllis Wafler and one brother John Jack Wafter.
Nancy...
Brenda Kaye Davis
Aug 26, 2026
Brenda Kaye Davis was born on December 13, 1945, at Kennett, MO, the daughter of Raymond and Mamie Agnes (Meyers) Trout, and passed away on August 26, 2026, at the age of 80 years.
Brenda is preceded in death by her parents, husband Jerry Davis, who she married July 6, 1963, seven (7) siblings, Jean Mayberry, W.T. Trout, Mavis Wilson, Ray...
David Russell McCulley
Aug 21, 2026
David Russell McCulley was born on August 18, 1947, at Cape Girardeau, the son of Russell and Patsie McCulley, and passed away on August 21,2026 at his home in Marquand, MO at the age of 79.
David is preceded in death by his parents and one sister Linda Kaempfer.
David is survived by his wife, Valerie, who he married on May 15,...
Tyler Greg Gifford
Aug 15, 2026
Tyler Greg Gifford (Roy), age 40, of Fredericktown, MO passed away from this life, Saturday, August 15, 2026 at his home.
Born in Farmington, MO, Tyler was the cherished son of Ronnie and Beverly (Paulk) Gifford.
Tyler was preceded in death by his grandfather Lloyd Paulk, great-grandmother Annie Bowers, and his childhood friend Robbie Shelby.
Survivors include his parents, Ronnie and Beverly, Grandmother...
Anita Hazel Henson
Aug 10, 2026
Anita H. Henson was born on May 22, 1933, in Higdon, MO, the daughter of Agustus and Nellie (Keelin) Shaw, and passed away on August 10, 2026, at the age of 93.
Anita was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Charles E. (Windy) Henson, who she married on May 12, 1950, one (1) granddaughter, six (6) sisters and three (3)...
Michael Ryan Francis
Aug 7, 2026
Michael Ryan Francis was born on June 11, 1988, at Farmington, MO, son of Karl and Marcia Francis, and passed away on August 07, 2026 at the age of 38.
Michael was preceded in death by his mother, and grandparents David Francis, Leonard and Mary Rehkop.
Michael is survived by his wife, Sarah Francis, his father, sister Jennifer (Steve) Kemp and niece...
Christopher Edward Clark
Aug 1, 2026
Christopher Edward Clark, born November 17, 1985, in Fredericktown, Missouri, passed away on August 1, 2026, at his home. Those who knew Christopher remember him as a devoted father, loyal son, loving brother, and a person of deep faith in the Lord.
Christopher grew up surrounded by the rolling hills and running waters of the Big St. Francis river, a place...
Sherial Lynn Valencia
Jul 29, 2026
Sherial Lynn Valencia was born on May 02, 1966, at Fredericktown, MO, the daughter of Ivan and Shirley Link, and passed away on July 29, 2026 in St. Louis, MO at the age of 60.
Sherial is preceded in death by her parents, and her dog Twister.
Sherial is survived by her husband, Francisco Valencia. who she married on December 28, 1985,...
Joseph Dwayne Coleman
Jul 25, 2026
Joseph Dwayne Coleman was born on February 1, 1999, at St. Francois, County, Missouri, the son of Danny (Rachael) Coleman and Rosanna (Joseph) Casner, and passed away on July 25, 2026, at the age of 27 years.
Joseph was preceded in death by his grandfather Troy Coffman, great-grandparents, Joseph & Myrtle Smith, Carl & Dorothy Flagg, grandmothers, Clarice Casner, Julie Tindle,...
William (Bill) Lewis Chapman
Jul 22, 2026
William (Bill) Chapman was born on September 15, 1935, at Fredericktown, MO, the son of Lewis Chapman and Pearl (Silas) Chapman, and passed away on July 22, 2026, at the age of 90 years,
Bill was preceded in death by his parents, one (1) daughter, Patricia Sue Chapman, one (1) grandchild Lucas Charles Chapman and one (1) great grandchild Owen Rayce...
Ronald Troy Moyers
Jul 9, 2026
Ronald Troy Moyers was born on June 7, 1941, at Fredericktown, MO, the son of Chester and Veda (Shrum) Moyers, and passed away on July 9, 2026, at the age of 85.
Ronald was preceded in death by his parents and one (1) son Darrin Moyers.
Ronald is survived by his wife, Shirley (Doggett) Moyers who he married on August 6, 1960,...
Ella Mae Lee
Jul 5, 2026
Ella Mae Lee was born on March 20, 1935, at Brushy Creek, Missouri, in Perry County, the daughter of William and Bertha Halpin, and passed away on July 5th, at her home in Fredericktown, Missouri, at the age of 91 years.
Ella was preceded in death by her parents, William (Bill) and Bertha Halpin, sister Virginia (Mack) Hudson, sister Ruby (Elzie)...
Kenneth Grant Basden
Jul 4, 2026
Kenneth Grant Basden, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2026, at Barnes Hospital in St. Louis. Born November 19, 1943, in St. Louis, Kenneth’s life was marked by devotion to family, strength of character, and enduring kindness.
Kenneth was the son of Jeff and Bessie (Urban) Basden, who preceded him in death and whose legacies he...
Sandra May Fadler
Jun 25, 2026
Sandra May Fadler was born December 2, 1949, at Fredericktown, MO, the daughter of Melvin Stevens and Mary Belle (Young) Bollinger and passed away June 25, 2026, at the age of 76.
Sandra was preceded in death by her parents and twin sister Donna K. Hankins.
Sandra is survived by her husband Ronald Fadler, who she married on February 27, 1972, a...
Vernon Mark Bentinganan
Jun 25, 2026
Vernon Mark Bentinganan was born November 27, 1972 to Dr. Victor and Emelita (DeQuit) Bentinganan at Chicago, IL and passed away on June 25, 2026 at the age of 53.
Vernon is preceded in death by his father.
Vernon is survived by his mother, one (1) son Brandon Lee Bentinganan, four (4) brothers Victor D (Jill) Bentinganan, Jr., Vincent (Amy) Bentinganan, Vimille...
Peggy Lynn Russell
Jun 25, 2026
Peggy Lynn Russell was born on March 12, 1941, at Sandtown, Independence, AR., the daughter of Earl and Daisy (Martin) Story, and passed away on June 25, 2026, at the age of 85.
Peggy was preceded in death by her parents, husband Opie John Russell, one (1) brother William Earl Franklin Jr. Story, one (1) sister Linda Gail (Story) Hancock, one...
Wretha May Huggins
Jun 23, 2026
Wretha May Huggins 94, of Fredericktown, MO passed away on June 23, 2026 at Stockoff Nursing Center, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on May 23,1932 to Joe and Carrie (Hood) Hancock, in Hiram, MO, Wretha made her home in Fredericktown. She was a woman whose kindness, faith and love for family touched everyone who knew her.
in 1957 she married the...
Betty Lamargaret Faulkner
Jun 19, 2026
Betty Lamargaret Faulkner, age 86, of Fredericktown, MO, passed away on June 19, 2026, surrounded by loved ones.
Born on July 29, 1939, in Datto, Arkansas to Arthur and Goldie (Hester) Boyer. She had an extraordinary gift for turning strangers into friends and lighting up the world with her bright smile. She was an example of kindness and generosity, touching countless...
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