Obituaries

Jan 8, 2024

James Hartman, 60, of Park Hills, passed away January 8, 2024, at his home surrounded by family. He was born November 4, 1963, in Springfield, IL, to Patricia Bader. James volunteered at the VFW in Farmington and was a member of the Norman L. Rigdon Post #5896 Auxiliary. He enjoyed spending time with his family, fishing, and going to dirt...

Jan 8, 2024

Ronald David Prater, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 8, 2024 at the age of 69. He was born on Thursday, April 22, 1954, in St. Louis to Cecil David and the late Elizabeth Loretta (Sanders) Prater.

He dedicated his life to serving his country in the United States Army as a Helicopter mechanic, retiring after 22 years of service,...

Jan 7, 2024

Eileen Ann (Koch) Lammers 79, of Farmington, passed away January 7, 2024, at Southbrook in Farmington. She was born July 12, 1944, in St. Louis Missouri, to the late Karl and Vera (Leibrich) Koch. Eileen was preceded in death by her parents; two grandsons, George Nash and Daniel Nash; granddaughter, Harley Lawson; and great-grandbaby, Landon. She enjoyed sewing, crafts and...

Jan 6, 2024

Sally Morris, 93, of Leadwood, passed away January 6, 2024, at NHC Healthcare in Desloge. She was born December 31, 1930, in Taft, to the late Claude and Eula (Buffington) Kinsey.

Sally was a faithful member of Leadington Free Will Baptist Church, since 1985. Sally worked as a nurse’s aide for over 20 years. She had a nurturing heart...

Jan 5, 2024

Melba “Annie” Naes, 85, of Bridgeton, formerly of Leadwood, passed away January 5, 2024, at Mark Twain Manor in Bridgeton. She was born July 31, 1938, in Leadwood, to the late Vernon and Ethel (Surina) Bowen. Annie was a member of the First Baptist Church in Leadwood.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Orville Naes; and...

Jan 5, 2024

Kenneth Wilburn Nash, age 63, passed away on Friday, January 5, 2024, at Riverview at the Park Nursing Center in Ste. Genevieve, Missouri, Kenny was born in Bonne Terre, on Monday July 11, 1960, to the late Wilburn W. and Elizabeth C. (Patterson) Nash. Kenny served his country in the United States Army Reserves.

He was preceded in death by...

Jan 3, 2024

Gloria Graves, 81, of Desloge, passed away January 3, 2024, at NHC in Desloge. She was born June 9, 1942, in Bonne Terre, to the late Marvin Ray and Nora Helen (Harris) Graves. Gloria was employed by Handi Craft in Bonne Terre until retiring after 40 years. She enjoyed working, sewing and spending time with her family.

She was preceded...

Jan 2, 2024

Gary Brandon, age 76, of Park Hills, passed away Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at NHC Healthcare in Desloge. Gary was born on Tuesday, January 22, 1946, in Piggott, Arkansas to the late Jerry Max Brandon and Wilma Gail (Brady) Brandon.

Gary served his country in the United States Navy. He went on to work as a rating clerk in...

Dec 31, 2023

Terry Montgomery, 68 of Bonne Terre, passed away December 31, 2023, at Mercy Jefferson in Festus. He was born December 1, 1955, in Fredericktown, Missouri to the late Stanford Thomas “Lightning” and Mildred Geraldine (LaGrand) Montgomery. Terry retired from his occupation in Telecommunications Management, to enjoy fishing, camping, building computers, but most of all, spending time with his grandchildren.

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Dec 27, 2023

May Thompson, age 94, of Eureka, formerly of Pevely, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 27, 2023, at St. Andrews at Francis Place in Eureka. She was born on Tuesday, April 9, 1929, in St. Louis.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her loving husband, Arthur Thompson; daughter-in-law, Theresa Thompson; siblings, Ruth Kraft, Marie Stewart who raised...

Dec 25, 2023

Betty Horton, 74, of Desloge, passed away December 25, 2023, at Missouri Baptist Medical Center in St. Louis. She was born September 29, 1949, in Bonne Terre, to the late John and Delores (Johnson) Compton.

Betty married the love of her life on October 28, 1967, at the Cantwell Baptist Church in Cantwell. She was a member of the...

Dec 23, 2023

Jerry Shane Walker, 62 of Bonne Terre, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at Missouri Baptist Hospital in St. Louis. He was born Wednesday, January 4, 1961, to the late James L. and Shirley (Cook) Walker. Jerry was a member of the GraceWay Church and LeadBelt Pentecostal Church.

Jerry enjoyed the great outdoors, fishing, hunting, camping, and participating...

Dec 22, 2023

Jennifer Brewer, 63, of Park Hills, passed away December 22, 2023, in St. Louis. She was born, March 8, 1960, in Bonne Terre, to the late Guy and Hilda (Smith) Clark. Jennifer worked at Trimfoot in Farmington, however her main job was being a mom to her daughter and a Nana to her grandchildren. She was a member of the...

Dec 22, 2023

Thomas Sales, 83, of Farmington passed away December 22, 2023 in Farmington. He was born September 21, 1940 in Farmington to the late George Sanford and Sadie (Gibson) Sales.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Sherry Ann (King) Sales; two sons, Michael Thomas and Mark Steven Sales; and sister, Sadie Irene Cunningham.

Thomas is survived by...

Dec 22, 2023

Alice Pierce, 91, of Farmington, passed away peacefully, December 22, 2023, at Presbyterian Manor. She was born, September 21, 1932, in Leadwood, to the late Lemuel and Omah (Wells) Morris. Alice worked as an LPN at the old Bonne Terre Hospital and Medical Arts Clinic in Farmington. In her younger years, she loved sewing, making cards and videos. Alice’s pride...

Dec 21, 2023

Patricia Anna Radford, age 69, of Park Hills, passed away on December 21, 2023. at Phelps County Hospital surrounded by her family. Patsy was a member of the First Baptist Church of Leadwood. Patsy was born in Bonne Terre, to the late Lee Rawson and Anna (Marler) Rawson.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her loving husband...

Dec 21, 2023

Reggie “Parts” Jaco, 49, of Farmington, passed away December 21, 2023, at his residence. He was born December 26, 1973, in Bonne Terre, to Vernon Jaco and Beverly (Snowdell) Miller. Reggie was a member of the Patriot Guard Riders and Vice President of Gunners Lemc of Southeast Missouri. He enjoyed riding his trike, fishing, hunting, doing community service projects and...