Obituaries

Local Obituaries in Bonne Terre, Desloge, Farmington, Park Hills, Leadwood, and Surrounding Areas in Missouri

Jerome Norton

Jerome Norton

Dec 22, 2013

Jerome "J.D." Norton, 38 of Terre Du Lac passed awayDecember 22, 2013. He was born October 18, 1975. He proudly served his countryin the United States Navy. He was preceded in death by his father, Tyler JeromeNorton.J.D. is survived by his wife, Patricia (Jennings)Norton; mother, Loretta (Clark) Neiheiser; half-sister, Felicia (Mrs. Brian)Hoffman. Visitation will be Friday, December 27, 2013 from4:00...

Sandra Sue Hahn

Sandra Sue Hahn

Dec 22, 2013

Mrs. Sandra "Sandi" Sue Hahn passed away Sunday, December 22, 2013, surrounded by family. Sandi was born July 14, 1952, in Burns, Oregon, and moved to Missouri, as a child. She is the daughter of Vincent & Evelyn Kinkead, of Farmington. She was united in marriage to Robert E. "Bob" Hahn, on March 3, 1990.

Sandi was a 1970 graduate...

Leona A. Presnell

Leona A. Presnell

Dec 22, 2013

Mrs. Leona A. 'Ragsdale' Presnell passed away at her Farmington residence, Sunday night, December 22, 2013, at the age of 92 years, 4 months & 6 days. Leona was born on August 16, 1921, in Flat River, Missouri, and was the daughter of Lawrence Ragsdale and Retta 'Hahn' Ragsdale. Also preceding-in-death were : her husband, Glen Dale Presnell, (Feb....

Norma Jeanbelfield Morris

Norma Jeanbelfield Morris

Dec 22, 2013

Norma Jean Belfield Morris, 84, of Mountain Home, Arkansas passed away December 22, 2013 atHiram Shaddox Geriatric Centerin Mountain Home, Arkansas.She was born July 13, 1929 in Bonne Terre to the late John Robert and Minnie Mae (Patton) Upchurch.Norma was preceded in death by first husband, Marvin "Bud" Belfield; son,Michael Belfield; brother, James Donald Upchurch; sister, Ophelia Center.Norma is survived...

Ann Davidson

Ann Davidson

Dec 21, 2013

Patricia Ann Davidson, 66, of Desloge passed away December 21, 2013 at Country Meadows. She was born February 16, 1947 in Frankclay to the late Matt and Mable (Yates) Mayberry.Ann is preceded in death by her husband, Donald R. Davidson; son, Donnie Davidson; brother, Clarence Mayberry.Ann is survived by children, Thomas Ray Davidson, Meredith (Judd) Weible, Brian (Stacey) Davidson, Raymond...

Terri-Lynn Bryeans

Terri-Lynn Bryeans

Dec 19, 2013

Terri-Lynn Bryeans, 41 of Warrenton, passed away December 19, 2013 at St. Joseph Hospital in Lake St. Louis. She was born September 26, 1972 in St. Louis County. Terri was loved by many.She is preceded in death by her father, Donald Lee Lantrip.Terri is survived by mother and step father, Sonia Joy (Mrs. Allen) Frazer; children, Kegan (Sharae) Hannah, Zachary...

Pastor Edgar Green

Pastor Edgar Green

Dec 18, 2013

Pastor Edgar Green, 73 of Park Hills, passed away Wednesday, December 18, 2013 at Des Peres Hospital is St. Louis. He was born December 18, 1940 in Bonne Terre to the late Ralph Eugene and Martha (Dunlap) Green. Edgar was the Pastor at First Church of God in Irondale, for the past 5 years. During the past 45 years, he...

Romania Crump

Romania Crump

Dec 18, 2013

Romania Crump, 88 of Potosi, passed away Wednesday, December 18, 2013 at Potosi Manor. She was born June 26, 1925 in Wortham. Romania loved to bowl and play bingo. She also enjoyed going to the casino.She is preceded in death by husband, Arthur Crump; parents, Fred and Dora (Griffin) Rasnic; sister, Cozetta Hill; brothers, Ual Rasnic, and Malcom Rasnic; niece,...

Ryleigh Grace Davis

Ryleigh Grace Davis

Dec 18, 2013

Miss. Ryleigh Grace earned her wings on Wednesday, December 18, 2013. She entered this world on Friday, September 20, 2013 born to her parents Ashalee Davis and Brandon Fuller. Her family thanks God for the time they were granted with her. In addition to her parents Ryleigh is survived by her two sisters Rheayona Davis and Lilly Fuller; three brothers...

Dorothy Archer

Dorothy Archer

Dec 17, 2013

Dorothy Jo Archer, 86 of Dallas, TX passed away December 17, 2013. She was born February 1, 1927 in Flat River, MO to the late Arch and Belva (Watts) Bequette. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Carryl L. Archer and sister, Jean Richardson.Dorothy is survived by two nieces, Ann (Mrs. Philip) Schwarz and Gina Richardson all of...

Raymond Murphy

Raymond Murphy

Dec 16, 2013

Raymond J. Murphy of BonneTerre passed away Thursday, December 26th, 2013 at Mercy Hospital.Ray was the loving son ofthe late Edwin and Lucy (Whelehon) Murphy, and dear long-time husband ofPatricia (Peacock) Murphy. In addition to his wife, he is survived by threesons, Gary Murphy (Christina Bych); Matthew Murphy (Mary Jo); and Chad Murphy(Debra Herbst); two step-daughters Mitzi White; and Shelly...

Jacob Brien Stevens

Jacob Brien Stevens

Dec 15, 2013

Jacob Brien (J.B.) Stevens, 71 of Irondale, passed away Sunday, December 15, 2013 at his residence. He was born August 25, 1942 in Hot Springs, AR. He served his country in The United States Navy and was a member of Local 392 - Iron Workers of East St. Louis.He is preceded in death by parents, Earl and Dulcie (Pirtle) Stevens,...

Ruby Drum

Ruby Drum

Dec 13, 2013

Ruby M. Drum, 95, of Park Hills passed away December 13, 2013 at Camelot Nursing Home. She was born December 23, 1917 to the late Ruben J. and Laura Maude (Johnson) Hartle in Park Hills. Ruby is preceded in death by her sisters, Edith Hurt, Louris Moran, Anna Grammond and Hazel Bannister.Ruby was active with the Leadbelt Chapter Ladies Full...

Sanford Mahurin

Sanford Mahurin

Dec 12, 2013

Sanford "Sam" Mahurin, 74 of Park Hills, passed away Thursday, December 12, 2013. He was born August 29, 1939 in Banner. Sam worked in construction and enjoyed hunting, fishing and loved watching the Cardinals play.He is preceded in death by wife, Lucille (Kirsch) Mahurin; parents, Alvie and Etta (Duncan) Mahurin; and sister, Edna Cross.Sam is survived by son, Michael Ray...

Kirby Wayne Shelley

Kirby Wayne Shelley

Dec 12, 2013

Mr. Kirby Wayne Shelley, passed away Thursday afternoon, December 12, 2013, at his Park Hills residence at the age of 51 years, 3 months & 29 days. Kirby was born August 12, 1962, in Fredericktown, MO., to Larry Lindell Shelley and Mary Ellen 'Smith' Shelley.

Kirby was a motorcycle mechanic, owning and running his own shop.

Survivors Include: his...

Noel Lee Inman

Noel Lee Inman

Dec 11, 2013

Noel Lee Inman, 74, of Bonne Terre passed away December11, 2013 at his residence. He was born August 28, 1939 in Bonne Terre. Noel Leeproudly served his country in the United States Navy. He retired from GeneralMotors. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Bonne Terre where heserved as a deacon. He was also a 46 year...

Jessie M. Detring

Jessie M. Detring

Dec 11, 2013

Mrs. Jessie M. 'Johnson' Bess Detring passed away Wednesday evening, December 11, 2013, in Farmington, at the age of 83 years, 4 months & 28 days. Jessie was born on July 13, 1930, in Marquand, MO., & was the daughter of Arthur L. Johnson and Minnie 'Pogue' Johnson. Also preceding-in-death were: her 1st husband, Robert B. Bess (1998); 3...

Raymond Johnson

Raymond Johnson

Dec 11, 2013

Raymond G. Johnson, 85, of Terre Du Lac passed awayDecember 11, 2013 at St. Anthonys Medical Center in St. Louis. He was bornJanuary 6, 1928 in Twelve Mile, MO to the late George and Stella (Pope)Johnson. Ray proudly served his country in the United States Army. He was awelder by trade and taught at South County Technical School for 30...

Lloyd Rulo

Lloyd Rulo

Dec 9, 2013

Lloyd Rulo, 75, of Bonne Terre passed away Monday, December 9, 2013 at his residence. He was born Wednesday, February 9, 1938 in Richwoods to the late George Rulo and Carrie (Vineyard) Rulo Warren. Also preceding him in death are his wife Vanessa (Brady) Rulo; one daughter Bonnie Poole; one grandson Steven Tate; four brothers and two sisters. Lloyd owned...

George "Frank" Rowland

George "Frank" Rowland

Dec 9, 2013

Mr. George Franklin "Frank" Rowland passed away Monday afternoon at the age of 62 years, 8 months & 16 days. George was born on March 23, 1951, in Ironton, MO., & was the son of George James Rowland and Angie Mary 'Weeks' Rowland. Also preceding-in-death were: 2 sisters, Blanche & Gloria.

George owned The Treasure Trove in Park Hills and...