Obituaries

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

Gus Thomure, Jr.

Gus Thomure, Jr.

Jan 20, 2021

          Augustus “Gus” Edward Thomure, Jr., age 93, of Bonne Terre, passed away at Parkland Hospital in Bonne Terre on January 20, 2021. Gus was born February 14, 1927 in Bonne Terre, Missouri to the late August Edward Thomure, Sr. and Susan (Gidley) Thomure. Gus was the owner of Thomure Standard Service over 40 years and enjoyed fishing and camping at...

Cheryl Fischer

Cheryl Fischer

Jan 19, 2021

Linda “Cheryl” (Fischer) Rowley, age 54, of Pennsylvania, formerly of Bonne Terre, Missouri, passed away January 19, 2021 at Oakbend Medical Center in Richmond, Texas. She was born April 15, 1966 in St. Louis, Missouri to the late Elmer Leon Maddox and Linda Faye (Davenport) Nausley. Cheryl had a gypsy soul and loved life. She recently began her retirement and...

Terry Davis

Terry Davis

Jan 17, 2021

Teresa “Terry” Lynn Davis, age 61, of Bonne Terre, passed away at her residence on January 17, 2021. Terry was born July 18, 1959 in St. Louis, Missouri to the late Kenneth H. and Margaret M. (Wilson) Irwin.

Terry was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her children; Tara (Dan) Adams, Holly (Steve) Garrigus; grandchildren; Brandon...

Barb Harlan

Barb Harlan

Jan 17, 2021

Barbara “Barb” Marie (Ellis) Harlan, age 59, of French Village, passed away at Mercy Hospital Jefferson on January 17, 2021. Barb was born January 8, 1962 in St. Louis, Missouri to the late Mike Ellis and Mary (Sanders) Bolin. Barb enjoyed being with her family and having barbeques on the beach at Goose Creek.

In addition to her parents, Barb...

Ray "Bud" Wallen

Ray "Bud" Wallen

Jan 17, 2021

          Bud Wallen, 70, of Park Hills, passed away, January 17, 2021, at home surrounded by his family. He was born March 26, 1950, in Bonne Terre, to the late Randal and Wanda (Bradley) Wallen. Bud retired from the U.S. Postal service after proudly serving his country in the United States Air Force, after returning from Vietnam. He is known in...

Dennis Keith Duvall

Dennis Keith Duvall

Jan 15, 2021

Dennis Keith Duvall, age 64, of Knob Lick, passed away Friday, January 15, 2021, at his residence. Dennis was born on October 11, 1956, in Centreville, Illinois to the late Henry F. and Marietta (Lowry) Duvall.  Dennis was known as the Postman to his family and friends.

In addition to his parents, Dennis was preceded in death by two brothers,...

Sharon Sebastian

Sharon Sebastian

Jan 14, 2021

          Sharon Sebastian, 69, of Park Hills, passed away January 14, 2021, at Missouri Baptist in St. Louis. She was born March 19, 1951, in St. Louis, to the late James Arvle and Rosa Mae (Bowen) Pyatt. Sharon was a member of many churches throughout her life, but the last church was East Bonne Terre Baptist Church. She enjoyed playing games...

Ronald C. Benear

Ronald C. Benear

Jan 14, 2021

 Ronald C. Benear, age 86, of Bonne Terre passed away January 14, 2021 at Camelot Skilled Nursing and Rehab Center. Ronald was born January 7, 1935 to the late Woody and Dorothy Benear. Ronald was a member of St. Matthew Lutheran Church and he proudly served our country in The United States Navy.

          In addition to his parents, Ronald was...

Matthew Calvin Pulliam

Matthew Calvin Pulliam

Jan 14, 2021

     Matthew Calvin Pulliam, age 24, of Park Hills passed away January 14, 2021. Matthew was born January 4, 1997 in Farmington to Rusty Lee and Alana Jeanette (Smith) Pulliam. Matthew attended First Baptist Church in Irondale. He loved to fish, hunt, and was an excellent gamer. His witty personality will be missed.      

He was preceded in death by his...

Russell Basler

Russell Basler

Jan 11, 2021

Russell Valentine Basler

Russell Valentine Basler, 89, of Bonne Terre, passed away January 11, 2021 at his home.  He was born May 2, 1931 in Kinsey, Missouri to the late Frank A. and Mary M. (Kertz) Basler and proudly served our country in the United States Army.  He was a dedicated farmer in the community working hand in hand through...

Jill Mitchell

Jill Mitchell

Jan 11, 2021

Jill Ann Mitchell, 62 of Farmington, Mo passed away January 11, 2021.  She was born July 29, 1958 in Cape Girardeau, Mo.  She was a member of the St. Joseph Catholic Church of Farmington. Jill was a long time Dental Assistant in the Farmington area for Dr. Rhodes and Dr. Shaner.  She also worked for the St. Francois County Clerk's...

Pamela Brown

Pamela Brown

Jan 10, 2021

Pamela Ruth Brown, 63, of St. Louis passed away January 10, 2021. She was born September 14, 1957 in St. Louis to the late Denver Carl Brown and Viola Genevieve (Martin) Brooks. She was a big supporter of the American Indian Schools.

Pam is survived by seven siblings, Trudy Brown, Damon Brown and wife Debbie, Carla Brown, Darren Brown, Robyn...

Melton Dunscombe

Melton Dunscombe

Jan 9, 2021

             Retired Sergeant Melton Dunscombe, 71, of Patterson, passed away January 9, 2021 at NHC Health Care in Desloge. He was born July 28, 1949 in Gideon, to the late Thomas Dean Dunscombe and Iris Marilyn (Vandine) Seiler. Melton proudly served his country in the United States Marines, when he enlisted at the age of 24. He was honored by Heartland...

Jacob Renicker

Jacob Renicker

Jan 9, 2021

Jacob “Tokey Jay” Tyler Renicker

          Jacob “Tokey Jay” Renicker, age 25, of Bonne Terre, passed away Saturday, January 9, 2021, at his residence.  He was born on November 11, 1995, in St. Louis. Jacob was a big hearted guy and was loved by many. He enjoyed writing, singing and listening to Rap music. He was described by his family as...

Delores Nabors

Delores Nabors

Jan 9, 2021

          Delores Nabors, 58, of Bismarck, passed away January 9, 2021, at her home. She was born June 1, 1962, in St. Louis, to the late Chuck Todd and Norma (Asher) Lynn. Delores was a member of the Bismarck Assembly of God.

          She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Donnie Bay; step-father, Jack Lynn; one sister, Carolyn Arnall; and...

Noah Fisher Pogue

Noah Fisher Pogue

Jan 8, 2021

Noah Fisher Pogue, 27, of Farmington, passed away Friday, January 8, 2021. He was born September 2, 1993, in Farmington. Noah was preceded in death by his grandparents Leroy and Wilma Pogue, and Leslie Ayers; as well as his great-grandparents, Shelby and Nadine Ayers, and Ruth Mecey.

Noah is survived by his father, Mike Pogue and wife Vickie; mother, Lorri...

Sue Reed

Sue Reed

Jan 8, 2021

                Linda Sue Reed of Dillard, formerly of Desloge, was born February 26, 1949 in Bonne Terre Missouri to Henry and Juanita (Eaton) Bohnenkamp.

                On July 13th, 1968 she was united in marriage to Michael R. Reed, a love story that would span nearly 53 years. To this union 2 children were born, Christopher (Denise) Reed and Julie (Shawn) Pratt. Shawn...

Carolyn Lee Coleman

Carolyn Lee Coleman

Jan 7, 2021

Carolyn Lee (Murphy) Coleman, age 83, of Farmington, passed away at The Neighborhoods by Tiger Place Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing in Columbia, Missouri on January 7, 2021. Carolyn was born to the late Lee William and Iva L. (David) Murphy in Bonne Terre, Missouri on February 4, 1937.

In addition to her parents, Carolyn was preceded in death by her...

Frank Hulsey

Frank Hulsey

Jan 7, 2021

          Frank Hulsey, 87, of Desloge, passed away peacefully January 7, 2021, at home surrounded by family. He was born May 25, 1933, in Elvins, to the late John Highley and Nettie (Pulliam) Hulsey. Frank was a member of the Desloge First Church of God. He retired from Hager Hinge after 31 years and then drove a school bus for North...

Utah Carl Chapman

Utah Carl Chapman

Jan 6, 2021

Utah Carl Chapman, age 91, of Festus, passed away at Scenic Nursing and Rehab in Herculaneum on January 6, 2021. Utah was born June 16, 1929 in Emboden, Missouri and proudly served our country in The United States Army.

Utah was preceded in death by his mother, Ella Mae (Hasty) Chapman, daughter, Carrie Erp; son-in-law, Ray Erp; son-in-law, John Edgar;...