Obituaries
Local Obituaries in Bonne Terre, Desloge, Farmington, Park Hills, Leadwood, and Surrounding Areas in Missouri
Ric Speidel "Tic Tac"
Jan 15, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Eric “Ric” Speidel, age 65, of Bonne Terre, Ric was born on June 15, 1959, and departed this life on January 15, 2025, at his residence. Ric was a proud over-the-road truck driver, his CB handle was” Tic Tac”. Driving was a profession that allowed him to travel and...
Carolyn Copeland
Jan 14, 2025
Carolyn Copeland, 86, of Desloge, MO, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2025, at Southbrook Skilled Nursing Center in Farmington, MO. Born on October 27, 1938, in Doe Run, MO, Carolyn was the beloved daughter of the late Jewell Lindsey and Anna (Haile) Townsend.
Throughout her life, Carolyn was known for her nurturing spirit and her passion for cooking. Carolyn's creativity...
Tim Cooper
Jan 13, 2025
Tim Cooper, 75, of Desloge, passed away January 13, 2025, at Camelot Nursing Home in Farmington. He was born July 1, 1949, in Bonne Terre. He was preceded in death by his mom, Jessie (Pierce) Cooper; brother, Lonnie “Joe” Cooper and brother-in-law, Charles Burt.
A member of the First Baptist Church of Desloge, Tim exemplified faith and commitment in all areas...
Lennie Smith
Jan 9, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lennie Smith, who departed this life on January 9, 2025, at the age of 71. Lennie was born on February 16, 1953, he was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend whose life was marked by faith, service, and a passionate love for his family.
Leonard was a lifetime member...
Carl L. Smith
Jan 7, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Carl L. Smith, age 82, who left this world peacefully on January 7, 2025, at Southbrook Skilled Nursing Center in Farmington. Born on October 6, 1942, in Madison County to the late Rev. Homer Leroy and Dorothy (Meyers) Smith, Carl was a cherished member of his community, known for...
Adam R. Wilson
Jan 6, 2025
Adam Ray Wilson, 48, passed away January 06, 2025, at Parkland Hospital in Farmington. He was born September 07, 1976, to Chester Ray Wilson and Barbara (Ed) Lueth. Adam spent the greatest part of his youth volunteering as a firefighter for DeSoto. He often shared that the bonds created during this passion made him the man he became. It was...
Mary J. Pinkley
Jan 6, 2025
Mary Josephine Pinkley, 82, of Farmington passed away January 6, 2025 at Camelot Nursing Center in Farmington. She was born September 14, 1942 in Chelsea, MA to the late Daniel and Phyllis (Hall) Sullivan.
Arrangements are under the direction of C.Z. Boyer & Son Funeral Home - Taylor Chapel in Farmington.
Eddie Dallas
Jan 3, 2025
Edward “Eddie” Richard Dallas, Jr., passed away unexpectedly on Friday, January 3, 2025, at the age of 62. He was born on Wednesday, January 24, 1962, to the late Edward “Ed” and Judith “Judy” (Derque) Dallas, Sr. Eddie was raised Catholic and graduated from St. Pius High School in 1980 and embarked on a fulfilling career shortly, thereafter, dedicating 37...
Phyllis Downey-Hartupee
Jan 2, 2025
Phyllis Maxine Downey-Hartupee, 91, of Farmington passed away January 2, 2025. She was born January 1, 1934, in Beckley, WV to the late John Reid and Gladys Marguerite (Lawson) McCartney. Phyllis was a member of the St. Catherine of Alexandria Church of Coffman, MO.
In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her brother, James McCartney and...
Forrest Donald Nye
Jan 1, 2025
Forrest Donald “Don” Nye, 79, of Doe Run passed away January 1, 2025 at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis. He was born June 3, 1945 in Bourbon, MO to the late Forrest Able and Cleo Helen (Sauders) Nye. Don was a faithful member of Emmanuel Baptist Church in Doe Run and enjoyed researching biblical prophecy. He loved being outdoors...
Betty Forsythe
Dec 31, 2024
Betty Ann Forsythe, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away Community Manor on December 31, 2024, at the age of 93. Born on September 11, 1931, in Flat River, Missouri, to the late Joel Hardy and Bertha Ann (Lander) Koen Sr.
In addition to her parents, Betty was preceded in death by her loving husband, Warren D. Forsythe; great-grand...
Russ Hopwood
Dec 31, 2024
Russel “Russ” Leroy Hopwood, passed away on December 31, 2024, at the age of 65. Russ was born on January 3, 1959, in Washington, Missouri to William Fred and Dorothy (Ray) Hopwood. Friends and family across Missouri knew of Russ’s unwavering kindness and dedication to others.
Russ enjoyed a fulfilling career as a heavy equipment mechanic, culminating in his retirement with...
Walter Robert Gouin
Dec 30, 2024
Walter Robert Gouin, a beloved brother and devoted servant of the Lord, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 30, 2024, at the age of 93. Born on Monday, February 2, 1931, Walter lived a life rich with purpose and faith. Walter was a proud veteran who served in the United States Army, His commitment to service extended beyond his military...
Steven Lyn Messer
Dec 30, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Steven Lyn Messer on Monday, December 30th, 2024, at Mercy Jefferson Hospital in Festus, Missouri. He was born on Monday, July 25, 1966, in St. Louis, Missouri. He was 58 years old at the time of his passing.
Steve was preceded in death by his mother, Lelia Skelton, and sister,...
Lisa Denton
Dec 30, 2024
Lisa LaVerne Denton, 66, of Nixa, MO passed away December 30, 2024 at Barnes Jewish Hospital. She was born October 31, 1958 in Bonne Terre, MO to the late Kenneth Wayne Klemp and Reva LaVerne (Snyder) Harris. She was a member of the St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church of Nixa, MO. Lisa loved being outdoors, riding her horses and...
Gary L. White
Dec 30, 2024
Gary Lindell White, 90, of Farmington passed away December 30, 2024 at Parkland Health Center in Farmington. He was born August 4, 1934 in Desloge to the late Charles Monta and Mary Virginia (Byers) White. Gary was a member of the First Baptist Church of Farmington. Gary retired from the State of Missouri after working for over 40 years as...
Gary Wayne Kennedy
Dec 28, 2024
Gary Wayne Kennedy passed away on Saturday, December 28th, 2024 at his home in Bonne Terre, Missouri. Gary was born on Tuesday, July 13, 1954 to the late R.L and Irene (Sharp) Kennedy in Malden, Missouri. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Jim Kennedy and sister-in-law Dena.
Gary graduated from Twin Rivers High School...
Ernest Schaefer
Dec 25, 2024
Ernest Schaefer, 93, of Desloge, passed away December 25, 2024. He was born August 29, 1931, in St. Louis, to the late Ewald and Ida (Brandt) Schaefer.
Ernest was of Lutheran faith and dedicated his life to serving his country in the United States Coast Guard before embarking on a rewarding career as a mapping agent with the government, from which...
Harry Lynn Peterson
Dec 25, 2024
Harry Lynn Peterson passed away at Parkland Hospital in Farmington, on December 25, 2024, at the age of 86. He was born on March 15, 1938, in Bonne Terre to the late Harry H. and Ethel (Burcham) Peterson.
Harry was a graduate of the Kemper Military Academy. After graduation he worked at his father’s Pepsi Cola Bottling Plant, in Flat River,...
Shirley Phares
Dec 24, 2024
Shirley Phares, 86, of Desloge, passed away December 24, 2024, surrounded by her loving family at Mercy Jefferson in Festus. She was born August 15, 1938, in Cantwell, to the late Edgar and Dorothy Violet (Richardson) Rehkop. Shirley was a member of Cornerstone Baptist Church in Park Hills. She was also a member of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority and worked...
