obituaries

Mar 15, 2025

Jorge Hernandez-Centeno of Overland, MO passed away unexpectedly March 15, 2025, at the age of 42 years. Jorge was born December 14, 1982, in Juventino Rosas, Guanajuato, Mexico; the son of Chon and Kika Hernandez.

Jorge was united in marriage to Lisa James on May 28, 2005, in Robertsville, MO and three sons blessed their union. He...

Mar 15, 2025

Janell Yvonne (McKee) Middaugh of St. Clair, MO was born October 15, 1955, in Washington, MO; the daughter of John McKee and his wife, Ruby (Hassler).  Janell passed away Saturday, March 15, 2025, at the age of 69 years.

Janell was preceded in death by her parents, John and Ruby McKee; one son, Timothy O'Dell; and her...

Mar 11, 2025

Seth Allen Johnson of St. Clair, MO was born February 12, 2000, in Washington, MO; the son of Dawn (Couch) Johnson and John Johnson.  Seth passed away Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at the age of 25 years.

Seth is survived by his parents, Dawn Johnson of St. Clair, and John Johnson of Gerald; one son, Collen; his...

Mar 11, 2025

Mary Louise (Schatzler) Nevills of St. Clair, MO passed away Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at the age of 75 years.  Mary was born September 12, 1949, in Washington, MO; the daughter of Delphine Lowe.

Mary enjoyed crossword puzzles, coloring, and being outdoors. She loved Jesus and going to church.  She was a big fan of the St....

Mar 11, 2025

Infant Parker Anthony Trankler went to be with the Lord March 11, 2025.

Parker was preceded in death by his great-grandfather, Ken Turner.

He is survived by his parents, Jacob and Patricia Trankler of Lake St. Louis; his siblings: Curtis Trankler and Blake Trankler, both of the home; grandparents, Gail Trankler of Oakville, Christopher Trankler...

Mar 10, 2025

Tonya Kay Corley of Villa Ridge, MO passed away Monday, March 10, 2025 at the age of 65 years.

Tonya worked as an Licensed Practical Nurse at St. Alexius Hospital in St. Louis for 15 years.  She was proud of her work as she was a very devoted, compassionate nurse.  She also previously worked at Cedar Crest...

Mar 9, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, Nellie Cook, who went to be with the Lord on March 9, 2025, at the age of 90. Nellie was a woman of unwavering faith, a devoted wife, and a loving mother and grandmother.

Born March 2, 1935, Nellie spent...

Mar 8, 2025

Carolyn Carrier, of Washington, MO passed away at her home on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at the age of 80 years.  She and her twin sister were born in Joliet, Illinois, on January 2, 1945, the daughters of Andrew and Winnie (Hooks) Carnegie.

She enjoyed engaging in a good conversation with her neighbors, being outdoors watching birds,...

Mar 1, 2025

Norma J. Davis, 81, of St. Clair, passed away at her home on Saturday, March 1, 2025. She was born in Princeton, Indiana, to Harry and Helen (Carroll) Davis, on July 17, 1943.

She was employed at Chrysler's manufacturing facility in Fenton, where she worked on the assembly line for over 30 years.

Norma had...

Feb 26, 2025

Ruth Marie (Gumpenberger) Stanley of Villa Ridge, MO was born June 30, 1947, in Washington, MO; the daughter of Vernon Gumpenberger and his wife, Goldie (Goode).  Ruth passed away Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at the age of 77 years.

Ruth received her education from Washington High School.  She was united in marriage to Kenny Stanley on August...

Feb 25, 2025

Agnes "Jeanie" (Gross) Buscher of Washington, MO passed away peacefully at home Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at the age of 73 years.  Jeanie was born February 14, 1952, in Boonville, MO; the daughter of Ray Gross and his wife, Clara (Eichols).

Jeanie received her education from the St. Francis Borgia Schools in Washington.  She was united in...

Feb 25, 2025

Shirley Freida (Karner) Burkett of Union, MO passed away peacefully Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at the age of 87 years.  Shirley was born in Chicago, IL.; the daughter of Joseph Karner and his wife, Anna (Ulreich).

Shirley was a spunky woman.  She had a great sense of humor and was often called a spitfire.  She enjoyed being...

Feb 23, 2025

Brenda Lea (Shafferkoetter) Renshaw of Sullivan, MO was born April 9, 1954, in Rolla, MO; the daughter of Carl "Jack" Shafferkeotter and Bonnie (Parde).  Brenda passed away Sunday, February 23, 2025, at the age of 70 years.

Brenda received her education from Sullivan High School graduating with the class of 1972.  She was united in marriage to...

Feb 23, 2025

Rosemary (Maciejewski) Parker of Union, MO passed away Sunday, February 23, 2025, at the age of 56 years.  She was born on September 22, 1968, in Washington, MO; the daughter of Robert Maciejewski and Berniece (Groteweil).

Rosemary was a very loving and caring person.  She was all about her family as they meant everything to her.  She...

Feb 20, 2025

James G. Helms, Sr. of New Haven, MO was born March 22, 1947, in Washington, MO; the son of Richard Helms, Sr. and Bernice (Strubberg) Sperry. James passed away Thursday, February 20, 2025, at the age of 77 years.

James honorably served in the United States Army with the 25th Infantry Division. He bravely fought in Vietnam...

Feb 19, 2025

Phyllis Mary (Boyd) Hedrick of Catawissa, MO passed away Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at the age of 67 years.  She was born on September 2, 1957, in Evansville, IN; the daughter of Clyde Boyd and his wife, Norma (Zimmerman).

Phyllis was preceded in death by her parents, Clyde and Norma Boyd; and one brother, Robert Boyd.

Feb 17, 2025

DeMaris Ann (Baker) Berger of Union, MO was born May 27, 1970, in Fernandina Beach, FL; the daughter of Richard Baker, Sr. and his wife, Miriam (Bragg). Surrounded by her family, DeMaris passed away peacefully Monday, February 17, 2025, at the age of 54 years.

She was preceded in death by her father, Richard Baker, Sr.; one...

Feb 16, 2025

Brenda Ann (Bradshaw) Olds of Union, MO passed away peacefully Sunday, February 16, 2025, at the age of 63 years.  Brenda was born July 23, 1961, in Washington, MO; the daughter of Don Bradshaw and his wife, Arlene (Peters).

Brenda was preceded in death by her parents, Don and Arlene Bradshaw; and four sisters: Charlene Summers, Michelle...

Feb 11, 2025

Denise Lea (Fields) Jones of Leslie, MO passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at the age of 70 years.  She was born March 1, 1954, in St. Clair, MO; the daughter of Roy Fields and his wife, Pauline (Strickler).

Denise was preceded in death by her parents, Roy and Pauline Fields; one brother,...

Feb 11, 2025

Don McNabb of Beaufort, MO passed away Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at the age of 93 years.  Don was born July 24, 1931, in East St. Louis, MO; the son of Ira McNabb and his wife, Mildred (Cole).

Don was preceded in death by his parents, Ira and Mildred McNabb; his wife, Ruby (Wills) McNabb, two children:...