Obituaries
Local Obituaries in Bonne Terre, Desloge, Farmington, Park Hills, Leadwood, and Surrounding Areas in Missouri
Wayne Perret
Jan 15, 2024
Wayne Perret, age 78, passed away on Monday, January 15, 2024, at Parkland Hospital in Farmington. He was born July 10, 1945 in Bonne Terre to the late George and Pearl (Martin) Perret. Wayne was a contractor for over 40 years. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Maxine Hibbits, Laverne Valleck; and brother, Keith Perret.
Wayne wed...
Billie "Bj" Newkirk
Jan 14, 2024
Billie “BJ” Newkirk, 40, of Park Hills was born on January 2, 1984, in Farmington, embraced life with a vibrant spirit and an unwavering faith. With profound sorrow, we share the news of her peaceful passing on January 14, 2024, at her sister’s residence in Bonne Terre. She was a beloved daughter, sister, mother, aunt and friend, leaving an indelible...
Ronald "Ron" David Prater
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,...
James Hartman
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...
Eileen Ann Lammers
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...
Sally Morris
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...
Melba "Annie" Naes
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...
Kenneth Wilburn Nash
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...
Gloria Graves
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...
Gary Brandon
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...
Terry Montgomery
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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May Thompson
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...
Betty Lea Horton
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...
Jerry Shane Walker
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...
Jennifer Joann Brewer
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...
