obituaries

Jan 5, 2025

Lloyd Eugene Busse of Sullivan, MO passed away Sunday, January 5, 2025, at the age of 60 years.  Lloyd was born January 19, 1964, in Sullivan, MO; the son of Wilbert Busse and his wife, Minnie (Doyle).

Lloyd was preceded in death by his parents, Wilbert and Minnie Busse; two brothers: Glenn Busse and Gary Busse; and...

Jan 4, 2025

Jack Lewis Dennis of New Haven, MO passed away peacefully Saturday, January 4, 2025, at the age of 85 years.  Jack was born July 11, 1939, in St. Louis, MO; the son of Henry Dennis and his wife, Margaret (Woerther).

Jack was united in marriage to Joan (Scott) on May 2, 1959, and the couple was blessed...

Jan 3, 2025

Mattison "Matty" Johnson of St. Louis, MO passed away unexpectedly Friday, January 3, 2025, at the age of 16 years.

Matty was preceded in death by her grandparents: Debra Wallace, Melinda Johnson, and Matthew Kirk.

She is survived by her parents, Nichole Pettis of St. Louis, and Matthew Pettis of Union; one brother, Makhia Johnson...

Jan 1, 2025

Shirely Jean (Tessmer) Jones of Union, MO passed away Wednesday, January 1, 2025, at the age of 89 years.

She was preceded in death by her husband, George Jones on May 22, 2023; her parents, Louis and Ellen (Hasty) Tessmer; and one son-in-law, Paul Gould.

Shirley is survived by two daughters: Debi Gould of House...

Dec 30, 2024

Dennis G. Arnold of Washington, MO passed away Monday, December 30, 2024, at the age of 77 years.  He was born January 5, 1947, in Washington, MO; the son of Edward Arnold and his wife, Minnie (Souders).  Dennis graduated from Washington High School in 1964 and attended Washington University in St. Louis before being drafted into the United States...

Dec 27, 2024

Philip Howard Bonine, 84, of Union, MO passed away on Friday, December 27, 2024.

Phil, as he was known to family and his many friends, was born to the union of William "Paul" and Vera (Barber) Bonine, on October 14, 1940, in Versailles, MO. He married Ellen Simmons, in Hazelwood, on July 29, 1967.

He...

Dec 26, 2024

Daryl Wayne Wampler, 59, of Rosebud, MO passed away in the presence of his loving family at his home on Thursday, December 26, 2024.

Daryl, son of Jackie Wampler, Sr. and wife, Virginia (Pittman) Wampler, was born in St. Louis, MO on June 2, 1965. He was united in marriage to Tiesha Harris, in Steelville, on June...

Dec 25, 2024

Elvie "Butch" Berkbigler, 63, of St Clair, MO passed away Wednesday, December 25, 2024, in Washington, MO.

Butch, as he was known to family and friends, was born to the union of Harold and Laura (Miller) Berkbigler, on December 30, 1960.  He was united in marriage to Beulah Hawkins in Union, MO on September 14, 1990.

Dec 24, 2024

Robert Kelly Stroub, 64, of Sullivan, MO., sadly left our world on Dec 24, 2024, surrounded by his family following a long battle with liver disease. He was laid to rest on January 8, 2025, with full military honors at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery in St. Louis, Missouri.

Born February 14, 1960, in Cynthiana, Kentucky to Roy...

Dec 20, 2024

Barbara August of Owensville, Missouri, formerly of Wisconsin, passed away Friday, December 20, 2024, in Washington, Missouri at the age of 91 years.

Barbara, daughter of Benjamin and Emma (Christopherson) Borgeson, was born in Chicago, Illinois, on October 30, 1933. She married Robert August, on December 19, 1953, and they enjoyed more than 59 years together before...

Dec 19, 2024

Margo Keyes, 63, of St Clair, MO passed away at her home in the presence of her family on Thursday, December 19, 2025.

Margo was born in St Louis, to the union of Paul Zangaro, Sr. and Marie (Maierhoffer) Zangaro, on February 13, 1961.

In her spare time, she enjoyed sketching portraits of her family...

Dec 12, 2024

Judith "Judy" (Brugnone) Messex of Sullivan, MO was born October 17, 1945, in Fort Pierce, FL; the daughter of John Brugnone and his wife, Mary "Delores" (Blackford). Judy passed away unexpectedly Thursday, December 12, 2024, at the age of 79 years.

Judy received her education from Pacific High School, graduating with the class of 1964, and Kirkwood...

Dec 10, 2024

Delmar William Pruessner of Union, MO passed away surrounded by his family on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, at the age of 87 years.  He was born in Mexico, MO on October 4, 1937; the son of Walter Pruessner and his wife, Rose (Schroeder).

Delmar honorably served in the United States Army from 1955 to 1958.  He was...

Dec 10, 2024

Darla May, of Union, MO, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, at the age of 63. Born on April 21, 1961, in Ironton, MO, to Myler and Evelyn (Smith) May, Darla was a beacon of strength and resilience. Her life was marked by significant challenges, which underscored her incredible fortitude and spirit.

She was profoundly...

Dec 8, 2024

Theresa Ann Hermann of Union, MO was born September 29, 1962, in Kettering, United Kingdom; the daughter of Richard Hermann and his wife, Antoinette (Barataud).  Theresa passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 8, 2024, at the age of 62 years.

Theresa came from an Air Force family and traveled the world.  She lived in England, Iran, Spain,...

Dec 8, 2024

Ronald Dean Carson Sr., 79, passed away peacefully at his home on December 8, 2024, surrounded by his family. Born on January 30, 1945, in Denver, CO., Ron lived a life of dedication, hard work, and quiet wisdom.

Ron proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy and later became a cornerstone of his community through his...

Dec 2, 2024

Grace Ann (Parmer) Brooks of Warrenton, MO was born February 16, 1958, in St. Louis, MO; the daughter of Theodore Parmer and his wife, Laura (Misuraca).  Grace passed away Monday, December 2, 2024, at the age of 66 years.

Grace was united in marriage to Steven Brooks, Sr. on March 26, 1977, and three children blessed their...

Dec 2, 2024

Douglas "Doug" Randall, Jr. of St. Clair, Missouri passed away Monday, December 2, 2024, at the age of 78 years. Doug was born October 15, 1946, in Los Angeles, California; the son of Douglas Randall and his wife, Eunice "Maudelle" (Hollingsworth).

Doug received his education from Mississippi College, earning his bachelor's degree in marketing. He was united...

Dec 2, 2024

Austin Ray Smith of Leasburg, MO passed away unexpectedly Monday, December 2, 2024, at the age of 29 years.  Austin was born July 28, 1995, in St. Louis, MO; the son of Joseph Smith and Melissa (Barnhart) Smith.

Austin received his education from Pacific High School, graduating in the class of 2013.  He received his Auto Technician...

Nov 25, 2024

Ilene (Anderson) Gable of St. Clair, MO passed away Monday, November 25, 2024, at the age of 95 years.  Ilene was born January 28, 1929, in Cleveland, OH; the daughter of David Anderson and his wife, Margaret (McGregor).

Ilene was united in marriage to Joe Gable on January 17, 1946, in Pickneyville, IL.  and two children blessed...