obituaries

Oct 17, 2024

Stephen "Steve" Michael Kunkel of Stanton, MO was born April 19, 1955 in St. Louis, MO; the son of Walter Kunkel and his wife, Dorothy (Skinner). Steve passed away Thursday, October 17, 2024 at the age of 69 years.

Steve received his education from McClure High School in St. Louis, MO.  He was united in marriage to...

Oct 16, 2024

Leonard John Berger of Sullivan, MO passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at the age of 56 years.  He was born in Washington, MO on September 7, 1968; the son of Raymond Berger and his wife, Marian (Griffin).

Leonard loved hunting, fishing, and mushroom hunting.  He enjoyed working on the family farm when he could, and...

Oct 16, 2024

We mourn the loss of Angelia Jo (Kane) Hohlt who passed away Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at the age of 69 years. Angie was born on January 22, 1955, to William Kane and his wife, Naomi (Rice) in Washington, MO.

She received her education in both St. Clair and Union Schools. Angie was baptized at St. Clair...

Oct 12, 2024

William "Bill" Francis, of St.Clair, MO passed away at his home on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at the age of 84 years. He was born in Ironton, MO to John E. Francis and Alberta (Kitchen) Francis on September 9, 1940.

Bill received his education in Ironton.  Upon his high school graduation, he enlisted in the Army and...

Oct 11, 2024

Leon Christopher Roam, of Union, passed away on Friday, October 11, 2024, at the age of 57.  He was born to the union of Leon W. Roam, Jr. and Lillian L. (Schlesinger) Roam, on February 6, 1967.

Chris, as he was known to family and friends, loved exploring nature and going for long drives. He enjoyed spending...

Oct 7, 2024

Mary Fischer of Union, MO passed away peacefully at home on Monday, October 7, 2024, at the age of 82 years.

She was born January 2, 1942, in Washington, MO; the daughter of Evar Jensen and his wife Mary (Scharfenberg). She was united in marriage to Fritz Fischer on May 29, 1971, in Union and they were...

Oct 6, 2024

Richard H. Willis, a devoted father, loving husband, proud grandfather, and cherished brother, passed away on October 6, 2024, at his home in Warrenton, Missouri. He spent his life caring deeply for his loved ones and building a legacy of love, hard work, and generosity.

A true family man, Richard was a pillar of strength, always ensuring...

Oct 5, 2024

Suzanne Faye (McAllister) Kennedy of Beaufort, MO passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Saturday, October 5, 2024, at the age of 85 years.

Suzanne was born May 20, 1939, in St. Louis, MO; the daughter of John McAllister and his wife, Osa (Jaggars). She received her education from the Riverview Gardens School District in St....

Sep 30, 2024

Mille Ann Mosbach of Bland, MO passed away Monday, September 30, 2024, at the age of 82 years.  She was united in marriage to Donald Mosbach on September 12, 1959, in Fenton, MO and the couple recently celebrated 65 years of marriage.

Millie was preceded in death by her parents, Stanley and Ardith Cahill; two brothers, Stanley...

Sep 29, 2024

Glenna "Pud" Quick of Sullivan, MO was born March 15, 1930, in Lesterville, MO; the daughter of David "Buck" Wilson and his wife, Nellie (Williams). Glenna passed away Sunday, September 29, 2024, at the age of 94 years.

Glenna was united in marriage to William Harold Quick on May 26, 1950, in Valley Park, MO and the...

Sep 28, 2024

Larry James Paxton, of Union, Missouri, passed away at his home surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, September 28, 2024, at the age of 82.  He was born on January 16, 1942, in Wichita, Kansas, to the union of James and Vera (Baker) Paxton.

Although Larry had many professions in his lifetime, his favorite was when...

Sep 27, 2024

Alice Marie (Skaggs) Kuenz, of Union, MO passed away on Friday, September 27, 2024, at the New Haven Care Center at the age of 85 years. She was born on November 2, 1938, in St Louis to the union of Cleveland and Esther (Meine) Skaggs.

The family moved to Union in 1943, where Alice attended Union public...

Sep 23, 2024

Garry Kenneth Sullentrup, 72, of Washington, MO died at home surrounded by his loving family on Monday, September 23, 2024.

He was born October 06, 1951 in Washington, MO to Kenneth and Evelyn (nee' Kriete) Sullentrup. Garry grew up in Washington, MO and received his education at St. Francis Borgia Grade School and graduated from St. Francis...

Sep 20, 2024

Michael "Mike" Lee Birk, 68, of Lonedell, MO passed away in Washington on Friday, September 20, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.

Mike was born January 29, 1956 in St. Louis, MO; the son of Leroy and Thelma (nee Cockrell) Birk.  He grew up in St. Louis, MO and graduated from St. Mary's High School in 1974....

Sep 13, 2024

Luther L. Miller, Sr., of Robertsville, Missouri, passed away in Washington, Missouri, on Friday, September 13, 2024, at the age of 85 years. He was born in Putnam County, Illinois, to the union of Chester and Mildred (Elgin) Miller, on February 20, 1939. Luther was a member of the Heart of Worship Community Church in Catawissa. He will be...

Sep 12, 2024

Vinnie Lee Benjamin Davidson of Gerald, MO passed away Thursday, September 12, 2024, at the age of 34 years.

Vinnie enjoyed logging, fishing, 4-wheeling, and sports, especially weightlifting and boxing.  He was very talented in the construction trade and got enjoyment from mechanical and metal work.  He liked spending time with his family and friends and will...

Sep 11, 2024

Allan Leroy Willson of Bland, MO passed away Wednesday, September 11, 2024, at the age of 85 years.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Glenna Willson.

He is survived by his wife, Pat Willson of Bland; two daughters: Michelle Smith and husband Ricky of Bland, and Jennifer Driskell and husband Kevin...

Sep 9, 2024

Lynn William Lauer III of Sullivan, MO passed away surrounded by his family Monday, September 9, 2024, at the age of 49 years.  Lynn was born October 2, 1974, in St. Louis, MO; the son of Lynn Lauer II and Patricia (Gibson) Frederich.

Lynn was a loving husband, dad, PawPaw, brother, son, and uncle.  He enjoyed demolition...

Sep 6, 2024

Bonnie J. (Willis) King of Union, MO passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her family, on Friday, September 6, 2024, at the age of 81 years.

Bonnie was a warm mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.  She loved her family and friends and had a deep devotion to the Lord.  She was dearly adored and will be sorely...

Sep 3, 2024

Steve T. Miller, Jr. of Troy, MO passed away suddenly Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at the age of 52 years.

Steve loved being outside, whether it was fishing, hunting, or swimming. He also enjoyed playing pool and darts. He took pleasure in spending time with his family and was excitedly looking forward to the birth of his...