Karen Lou Ward
Jun 8, 2026
Karen Lou Ward was born on November 16, 1961, at Bonne Terre, MO, the daughter of Orville and Ruby Haile, and passed away on June 8, 2026, at the age of 64.
Karen was preceded in death by her father, paternal grandparents Ruben and Mary Duncan, maternal grandparent Stella Haile, and cousins, Janet Haggard, Carol Crocker, Mary Beth Johnson, June Scott,...
Gloria Lorraine Hibbitts
Jun 4, 2026
Gloria Lorraine Hibbitts (née Buchhold), 94, of St. Louis, MO, passed away peacefully on June 4, 2026, at Stonebridge Lakeside Meadows Nursing Home in Osage Beach, MO.
Gloria was born on February 8, 1932, in St. Louis, MO, to Louis Buchhold I and Florence Viola (Vi) Buchhold (née Voracek). She grew up in south St. Louis and graduated from Cleveland High...
Lawrence Edward White
Jun 3, 2026
Lawrence Edward White was born on December 28, 1934, at Mine La Motte, MO, the son of Lamer and Lessie (Tinsley) White, and passed away on June 3, 2026 at the age of 91 years.
Lawrence was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Shirley (Barron) White who he married March 2, 1954, two (2) brothers, Donald White and infant...
Patsy Louise (Shetley) DeGuire
Jun 3, 2026
Patsy Louise (Shetley) DeGuire was born on April 15, 1938, the daughter of James Cortland Shetley and Veda L. (Clubb) Shetley, and passed away on June 03, 2026.
Patsy was preceded in death by her parents and her husband Paul Joe (PJ) DeGuire who she married in Fredericktown, Missouri.
Patsy is survived by a son Robert James (Kimberly Blaine), one brother JC...
Sally Tierney
May 30, 2026
Sally Ellis Tierney
April 24, 1938- May 30, 2026 (88)
On May 30, 2026, Sally Ellis Tierney passed away at the age of 88. Born on April 24, 1938, in Fredericktown, Missouri, Sally was the daughter of Wendell and Eugenia Ellis. She was raised alongside her siblings, Carolyn, Yvonne, Ivan and Mimi. She graduated from Fredericktown High School in 1956, and soon...
Lawanna June Rehn
May 29, 2026
June (Bowden) Rehn, born October 15, 1939, in Cape Girardeau, passed away peacefully at home on May 29, 2026. She was a woman whose life was marked by kindness, dedication, and an enduring commitment to those she loved and served.
June's early years in Cape Girardeau laid the foundation for a life devoted to education and community engagement. She was a...
David Edward Stricklan, Sr.
May 28, 2026
David Edward Stricklan, Sr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away on May 28, 2026, in Ironton, Missouri. Born on November 5, 1955, in St. Louis.
He is lovingly remembered by his wife, Tammie Stricklan who he married June 25, 1983, his children, David (Krista) Stricklan and Amanda (Johnny) Golden; his siblings Lester Stricklan, Johnny Stricklan, Larry Stricklan, and...
Harold L. "Jerry" Fife Jr.
May 14, 2026
Harold L. “Jerry” Fife Jr., was born on January 7, 1951, at St. Louis, Missouri, the son of Harold L. Sr. and Lucille Fife.
Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Karen E. Fife and one (1) sister, Ann Marie Ohashi.
Jerry is survived by one (1) son, Jonathan (Lee) Fife, and two (2) grandchildren, Jonathan Fife and Jacob...
Randal Ozro Brewington
May 13, 2026
Randal Ozro Brewington, a devoted son, dedicated public servant, and cherished family member, passed away peacefully on May 13, 2026, in Bunker, Missouri. Born on October 11, 1955, in Madison County, Missouri, Randal’s life was marked by a unique blend of service, joy, and ingenuity.
A proud veteran, Randal held his military service in great esteem, reflecting a commitment to duty...
Frances Elaine Filley
May 10, 2026
Frances Elaine Filley was born on May 10, 1946, at Valley Park, Missouri, the daughter of Ralph and Myrtle Hoisington, and passed away on May 10, 2026, at the age of 80 years.
Elaine was preceded in death by her parents, her husband David Filley, who she married on August 4, 1967, at St. Louis.
Elaine is survived by two (2) sons,...
Truman Lee Jones
May 4, 2026
Truman Lee Jones, 82, of Tucson, Arizona, passed away peacefully on May 4, 2026.He was born on April 4, 1944, in Ironton, Missouri, to Orville Biffle Jones and Wilma Ada Jones. Truman graduated from Fredericktown High School before proudly serving four years in the United States Air Force while stationed in Turkey.Following his military service, Truman earned a Bachelor of...
Jean A Vance
May 3, 2026
Jean A. Vance passed away at her home, south of Fredericktown, MO on May 3, 2026. She was a wonderful wife to Mike for almost 65 years, and a loving and supportive mother and grandmother.
Born Jan 3, 1941 to Guy & Nell Azbill, in Cooter, MO she was the 3rd of 4 girls. Growing up on a farm in the...
Loma Skaggs
May 3, 2026
Loma Skaggs, a devoted homemaker and compassionate nurse aide, passed away peacefully at her home in Springfield, Missouri, on May 3, 2026. Born on March 7, 1935, Loma lived a life marked by sweetness, generosity, and an enduring love for those around her.
Throughout her life, Loma was known for her warm and caring nature. She dedicated ten years of her...
Martha Delezene
May 2, 2026
Martha L. Delezene, born December 23, 1931, in Stoddard County, Missouri, peacefully passed away on May 2, 2026, in Evergreen, Colorado. Her life was marked by steadfast dedication, quiet generosity, and a deep commitment to her family and community.
Martha’s professional journey began in 1961 when she took a position as an office clerk at Madison Memorial Hospital at the time...
Phillip Wayne Bennett
Apr 26, 2026
Phillip Wayne Bennett, a cherished founder and owner of Bennett Heating and Cooling, passed away on April 26, 2026, in Park Hills, Missouri. Born on March 23, 1964, in St. Louis, Missouri, Phillip’s life was marked by a deep commitment to his work, his family, and his community.
Phillip was a man who found joy in both his profession and his...
Harold Leroy Paris
Apr 17, 2026
Harold Leroy Paris was born on February 28, 1940, at Burlington, Vermont, the son of Leroy and Mary Paris, and passed away on April 17, 2026.
Harold was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Dennis Paris.
Harold is survived by his wife Koelle (Beevers) Paris, who he married February 14, 1988.
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Bessa Lee Starkey
Apr 13, 2026
Bessa Lee Starkey was born on November 3, 1938 at Libertyville, MO, the daughter of Benjamin and Wuanita (Blue) Lindsey, and passed away April 13, 2026, at the age of 87.
Bessa was preceded in death by her husband, Melvin Starkey, who she married on June 9, 1958, her parents, eight (8) brothers, Nelson Lindsey, Jack Lindsey,...
Jesse Lee Howson
Apr 12, 2026
Jesse Howson was born November 16, 1986, at Sullivan County, Indiana, the son of Steven and Denise (Smith) Howson, and passed away on 04/12/2026, at the age of 39.
Jesse was preceded in death by his father and his spouse Rachel Howson.
Jesse is survived by his mother, two (2) daughters, Jessica Rose Howson and...
Patsy Rose Golec
Apr 9, 2026
Patsy R. Golec was born on August 8, 1948, at Coldwater, MO, the daughter of Alvah and Pearl (Statler) Montgomery, and passed away April 9, 2026, at the age of 77.
Patsy was preceded in death by her parents and one son Todd Golec.
Patsy is survived by her husband, Steven Golec, who she married...
Vickie Sue (Ward) Barnhouse
Mar 27, 2026
Vickie Sue (Ward) Barnhouse was born on March 21, 1961 in Fredericktown, MO the daughter of the late Ervin Eugene and Norma Jean (Barker) Ward.
Vickie grew up in Marquand as 1 of 13 children. She had many interests as a child but was also quite busy helping her mother with household duties and raising the other...