Obituaries
Local Obituaries in Bonne Terre, Desloge, Farmington, Park Hills, Leadwood, and Surrounding Areas in Missouri
Gary Busenbark
Dec 10, 2024
It is with both heavy hearts and joyful memories that we celebrate the life of Gary Milton Busenbark, who passed away in an unfortunate accident on December 10, 2024, at the age of 85. Born on September 4, 1939, in Bonne Terre, to the late Leslie and Irene (Honbeck) Busenbark, Gary was a beloved husband, father, grandpa and entrepreneur, whose...
Connie Waller
Dec 9, 2024
Connie Jean Waller, 65, of Farmington passed away December 9, 2024, at her residence surrounded by her loving family. She was born November 19, 1959, in Bonne Terre to the late John “Jake” F. and Doris Jean (Richardson) Waller. She was a member of the First Free Will Baptist Church of Farmington.
A proud registered nurse for over 30 years, Connie...
Ellen Willene White
Dec 9, 2024
Ellen Willene White, 88, formerly of Bonne Terre, passed away peacefully, on Monday, December 9, 2024, at Scenic Nursing Facility in Herculaneum, leaving behind cherished memories for her family and friends. She lived a fulfilling life, where she embraced the simple joys of existence with an unwavering passion. Ellen was born on Sunday, January 26, 1936, in Piggot, Arkansas, to...
Damien Reon Rongey
Dec 8, 2024
Damien Reon Rongey, 22, of Farmington passed away December 8, 2024. He was born July 14, 2002, in St. Louis. Damien was a 2020 graduate of Farmington High School. He earned a degree in Biology from Mineral Area College and Environmental Science from Missouri University of Science and Technology at Rolla. He was member of the Eco Miners at Missouri...
Robbie Coale
Dec 8, 2024
Robert G. Coale, lovingly known as Robbie, 58, of Park Hills, is remembered for his vibrant spirit and deep devotion to family. He tragically passed away on December 8, 2024, as a result of an auto accident. Born on December 17, 1965, in Bonne Terre to the late Robert and Betty (Gilliland) Coale, Robbie lived a life filled with joy,...
Josephine "Boots Rawlins
Dec 7, 2024
Josephine “Boots” Rawlins, 80, of Leadington, passed away peacefully with her family by her side, December 7, 2024, at Belleville Memorial in Belleville, Illinois. She was born February 27, 1944, in Kansas City, MO, to the late Joseph and Mertie (Smith) Vasquez. Josephine was a member of the Farmington Church of God. Boots was an avid bowler most of her...
Donald Paul Jaster, Jr.
Dec 5, 2024
Donald Paul Jaster, 70, of Bonne Terre, passed away surrounded by his loved ones, on Thursday, December 5, 2024 at his residence. He was born on Monday, September 13, 1954 in Bonne Terre, to the late Donald P. and Florence E. (Pierce) Jaster, Sr. He was born of Catholic faith.
Don lived a life defined by strong will, unwavering independence, and...
Donna M. Chapman
Dec 5, 2024
Donna Mae Chapman, 87, of Farmington passed away December 5, 2024 at Cedarhurst Assisted Living of Farmington. She was born May 25, 1937 in Libertyville to the late Fred and Stella Lewis. Donna was a member of the Libertyville Christian Church. She worked at First State Community Bank for many years, until her retirement. She loved working in her yard...
John "Little Wheels” Speidel
Dec 4, 2024
John "Little Wheels" Wayne Speidel, 78, of Farmington, passed away Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at Parkland Hospital in Farmington. He was born Friday, October 4, 1946, in Festus, to the late Norman “Bud” and Bernice (Govero) Speidel. John was of Catholic faith.
John was known as “Little Wheels” by his work family. He was an over the road truck driver for...
Ed Harrington
Dec 3, 2024
Edward "Ed" Lynn Harrington, 62, of Bismarck, passed away Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at his residence, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on June 25, 1962, in Bonne Terre, to Dwight and Carolyn (Lynn) Harrington.
Ed was of Methodist faith and a member of Mineral Area Elks Lodge # 2583 in Desloge. He worked at his family’s business for...
Billy Wester
Dec 3, 2024
Billy Wester, 64, of Desloge, passed away December 3, 2024, at Community Manor in Farmington. He was born January 15, 1960, in McAlester, OK, to the late Bill and Earnestine (Richardson) Wester. Billy was an over the road truck driver who loved what he did and the peaceful time it brought. He also liked drinking his coffee, Dr. Pepper, watching...
Austin Lee Gipson
Dec 2, 2024
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Austin Lee Gipson. He was born on Thursday, July 29, 1943 in Buckhorn, Missouri to the late Elsey and Piney (Lawson) Gipson. Austin passed away on Monday, December 2, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones. His dedication to his faith was evident in his unwavering commitment to the Silver...
Jerry Frank Thurston
Nov 29, 2024
Jerry Thurston, age 73, of Farmington, passed away unexpectedly doing what he loved in logging accident on Friday, November 29, 2024. He was born on Tuesday, July 10, 1951, in Grassy, Missouri to the late Frank and Betty Imogene (Dorsey) Thurston.
In addition to his parents, Jerry was preceded in death by two of his brothers, Randy and Harold Thurston.
Jerry is...
Lee "Rip" Glore
Nov 27, 2024
Lee “Rip” Glore, 96, of Park Hills, passed away peacefully with his family by his side, November 27, 2024, at Country Meadows Nursing Center in Park Hills. He was born December 27, 1927, in Bonne Terre, to the late Jesse and Stella (Clay) Glore. Rip was a member of the Masonic Lodge 598 in Leadwood and past Master and Scottish...
Rev. Ronald Payne, Sr.
Nov 27, 2024
Ronald Payne, 83, of Farmington, passed away November 27, 2024, at Missouri Baptist Medical Center in St. Louis. He was born October 20, 1941, in Womack, to the late Fred and Retta (Harris) Payne. Ronald went to Crossroads grade school, and after graduating from Mine LaMott High School, he served his country in the United States Navy, starting in 1959...
Misty Hendricks
Nov 26, 2024
Misty Hendricks, age 39, of Park Hills, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, November 26, 2024, at Parkland Hospital North in Bonne Terre. Misty was born on Thursday, August 29, 1985, in St. Louis. Misty was preceded in death by her father, Ernie Hendricks.
She enjoyed spending time with her family along with collecting owls and crystals, playing Bingo and hours of PUBG...
Sandra Tullock
Nov 25, 2024
Sandy Tullock, 81, of St. Louis formerly of Bonne Terre, passed away November 25, 2024, at de Greeff Hospice House in St. Louis. She was born November 18, 1943, in Farmington, to the late Noah and Hattie (Umfleet) Wampler. Sandy was a member of the First Baptist Church in Desloge before moving to St. Louis to be near her children....
Doris Swindle
Nov 25, 2024
Doris Evelyn Swindle, 95, of Bonne Terre, passed away peacefully, November 25, 2024, at Presbyterian Manor in Farmington. She was born March 13, 1929, in St. Louis, to the late Homer and Gladys (Reeves) Gray. Doris devoted her life to Christ and was active member at Little Vine Baptist Church in Ste. Genevieve. She loved supporting her husband, children and...
Arcella Mae Yancey
Nov 24, 2024
Arcella Yancey, 94, of Farmington passed away November 24, 2024 at Presbyterian Manor in Farmington. She was born March 24, 1930 in Farmington to the late Alvin Austin and Elsie Dorothy (Smith) Wills. Arcella was a member of New Heights Church and a former member of First Baptist Church of Farmington. During her time at First Baptist Church, she was...
Donna Wideman
Nov 23, 2024
Madonna Faye Wideman, 60, of Bismarck passed away Saturday, November 23, 2024 at her home. She was born September 5, 1964 in Chula Vista, California to Rigoberto and the late Joyce Lee (Mullinax) Serratos. Donna worked for Goodwill in Farmington, MO as an associate. She was a faithful member of the First Baptist Church of Bonne Terre. In her spare...
