Obituaries
Local Obituaries in Bonne Terre, Desloge, Farmington, Park Hills, Leadwood, and Surrounding Areas in Missouri
Janice Willard
Aug 11, 2024
Janice Willard, 83, of Irondale, passed away August 11, 2024, at her residence surrounded by loved ones. She was born February 7, 1941, in St. Louis, to the late Harry and Grace (Adair) Pulliam. She was a member of the Connections Church. Janice loved crafting with her friends and playing with her loyal dogs.
She is preceded in death by her...
Deborah Spotswood
Aug 9, 2024
Debbie Spotswood passed away August 9, 2024, at Parkland South in Farmington, at the age of 67. Born on October 27, 1956, in St. Louis, to the late Ralph and Blanche (Wentz) Ruff. Debbie was a caring wife to her husband, Lee Spotswood; a devoted mother to her son Eric Spotswood and wife Gabriela; a cherished grandmother to, Abigail Kirstine...
Dustin Wayne Lilly
Aug 9, 2024
Dustin "Dusty" Wayne Lilly, 52, of Park Hills, passed away at his residence on Friday, August 9, 2024. He was born on Saturday, November 6, 1971, in Farmington.
Dusty enjoyed many activities including fishing, playing pool, lifting weights, playing basketball, and reading true murder mysteries. He touched the lives of many with his compassionate and caring nature as a former...
Kathryn Louise Kernan
Aug 8, 2024
Kathy Kernan, 75, of Imperial, passed away August 8, 2024, at The Mercy Hospice South de Greeff Hospital in St. Louis. She was born September 4, 1948, in Bonne Terre, to the late John and Myra (Baines) Yount. Kathy, a beloved member of the First Baptist Church of Arnold was a dedicated First Grade teacher in the Farmington School District...
Laura Ann Reagan
Aug 7, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Laura Ann Reagan, a beloved wife, daughter, sister-in-law, and devoted mother, at the age of 40. Laura's life began on July 18, 1984, in Bonne Terre, MO, where she filled her days with laughter and love until her unexpected departure on August 7, 2024, due to a tragic accident....
James Curtis Hudson
Aug 7, 2024
James “Curt” Hudson, 63, of Bonne Terre passed away August 7, 2024. He was born October 31, 1960 in to the late John “Jack” and Vera Ann (Watkins) Hudson. Curt was a talented painter. In his spare time he enjoyed playing pool and fishing. He also adored his grandchildren and children.
In addition to his parents, Curt was preceded in death...
Suzann "Suzy" Lynn Price
Aug 5, 2024
Suzann Lynn Price (Suzy) 60, passed away on Monday, August 5, 2024 at her residence in De Soto, Missouri surrounded by her loved ones. She was born Monday, December 16, 1963 to the late Ronald and Carol (Lynn) Williamson in Alton, Illinois. Suzy was of Catholic faith.
Suzy was a woman of simple pleasures who found joy in the little things...
Judy Boyer
Aug 4, 2024
Judith Marie Boyer, 77, of Farmington passed away August 4, 2024. She was born February 10, 1947 in Bonne Terre to the late Frank and Dorothy (Taplin) Filkins. Judy worked for the Farmington School District as a kitchen manager for many years until her retirement. She was a member of the DeSoto VFW Post #1831 Ladies Auxiliary. She enjoyed playing...
Kyle Lotz
Jul 31, 2024
Kyle Mitchell Lotz, 38, of Bolivar, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, July 31, 2024. He was born on Monday, July 28, 1986, in Farmington, Missouri to Mitch and Tena Lotz. Kyle was a loving son, brother, husband, and father.
He is survived by his wife Shelbie and beautiful daughters Zoey and Paisley; parents, Mitch and Tena Lotz; siblings, Ashley (Derek) DiFabio...
Lindell Dale Black
Jul 31, 2024
Lindell Dale Black, 74, of Bonne Terre, passed away on Wednesday, July 31,2024, at Country Meadows, in Park Hills. He was born Thursday, December 1, 1949 in East Bonne Terre, Missouri to the late August and Mildred (Blanton) Black.
Lindell was a loving and caring person who cherished spending time with his family, he was a man of many talents and...
William "Bill" Reynolds
Jul 30, 2024
It is with great sorrow and a heavy heart we must announce William “Bill” Eugene Reynolds, passed into his heavenly home on July 30, 2024. William, 92, was born July 8, 1932, in Indianapolis, Indiana. He is the third child of five, born to the late Henry T. and Hazel I. (Hulsey) Reynolds.
William served in the United States Army for...
Dean Bruce Turner
Jul 27, 2024
Dean Bruce Turner, 65, formerly of Doe Run passed away July 27, 2024, in DeSoto. He was born August 3, 1958, in Bonne Terre, to the late Lonnie and Edith (Hammers) Turner.
Throughout his life, Dean possessed a passion for tinkering, always on the move, fixing and creating things with his hands. His love for fishing and collecting various items showcased...
Cecelia Annie Eaton
Jul 26, 2024
Cecelia Ann Eaton (Annie) 69, passed away on Friday, July 26, 2024 in Bonne Terre, Missouri, at St. Joe Manor, surrounded by her loved ones, Connie (David) Dickerson as well as Cathy Martin. She entered this world on Friday, July 30, 1954 in Newburyport. Massachusetts.
Annie was known for her vibrant personality and dedication to her work as a CNA, having...
Patsy Lou Forrester
Jul 26, 2024
Patsy Forrester, age 87, of Leadwood, passed away Friday, July 26, 2024, at Missouri Baptist Hospital in St. Louis. She was born on Tuesday, April 27, 1937, in Cantwell to the late Bryan Dewey and Ruby Beatrice (Wood) Gibson.
Patsy was a devoted homemaker who loved taking care of her family. She enjoyed cooking and tending to her flower beds. She...
Nancy Ann Zoellner
Jul 25, 2024
Nancy Ann Zoellner, 81, of Crystal City passed away July 25, 2024 at Cedarhurst Assisted Living. She was born May 8, 1943 in Farmington to the late Hughes Wesley and Esther (White) Pratt. Nancy was a member of Memorial United Methodist Church of Farmington. She was a special education teacher for many years at Crystal City Elementary School. She was...
Larry Salings
Jul 24, 2024
Larry Salings, 84, of Park Hills, passed away July 24, 2024, at Mercy Hospital in St. Louis. He was born November 25, 1939, in Brookland, AR, to the late Jewel and Hazel Juanita (Elder) Salings. Larry was a member of the First Church of God in Leadwood and enjoyed going fishing, singing at church, but most of all he loved...
Sharon Kay Berry
Jul 24, 2024
Sharon Kay Berry, 76 of Farmington passed away July 24, 2024 at Parkland Health Center in Farmington. She was born May 8, 1948 in Ironton, MO to the late John Ferrell and Bessie Lillian (Roe) Buchanan. Sharon was a member of the First Baptist Church of DeLassus. She also attended Three Rivers Baptist Church for many years. Sharon was a...
Kimberly Hardy
Jul 21, 2024
Kim Hardy, age 53, of Farmington, passed away unexpectedly while vacationing in Wyoming on Sunday, July 21, 2024. She was born on Sunday, January 24, 1971, in Farmington to Robert Lee and Brenda May (Barton) Hardy I.
Kim was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Robert Leon and Betty Jean Hardy and maternal grandparents, Russell and Florence Barton.
Kim's professional life...
Wallace "Les" Embry
Jul 20, 2024
Les Embry, 78, of DeSoto, passed away peacefully July 20, 2024. He was born in Sikeston, Missouri, on September 12, 1945, to the late James Wallace and Lenoka Belle (Arbuckle) Embry. Les was a member of the Bonne Terre Church of Christ.
Les proudly served his country as a paratrooper in the 101st Airborne in the United States Army. He was...
William "Bill" Reed
Jul 19, 2024
William (Bill) Jesse Reed, 70, of Columbia, Missouri, passed away July 19, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born in Bonne Terre, June 7, 1954, to the late Woodrow Wilson and Dorothy Pearl (Boland) Reed. Bill was a member of Redeemer Presbyterian Church, and the Masonic Lodge in Columbia, MO.
Bill had a long and varied career...
