obituaries

Dec 21, 2022

Theresa "Sally" Becker, 58, of Union, passed away in Beaufort, at the home of her sister, Karen Hanna, the evening of Wednesday, December 21, 2022.

Sally, as she was known to family and friends, was born to the union of Owen Edward and Alice Doreen (Schuenemeyer) Becker, on February 3, 1964, in Kirkwood.

Sally was...

Dec 20, 2022

Jerry Cecil Smith, 88, of Sullivan, passed away at his residence with his family by his side on Tuesday, December 20, 2022.

Jerry, son of Jasper and Dora (Honeycutt) Smith was born on July 23,1934 in China Grove, North Carolina.

He was married to Bernice Shenk on February 23, 1953, in York, South Carolina, sharing...

Dec 19, 2022

Charles "Charlie" Willingham of High Ridge passed away unexpectedly at his home on December 19, 2022.

Charlie, son of Charles Willingham and wife Agatha (Minardi) was born April 27, 1955 in St. Louis.

Charlie served his country in the United States Army for three years receiving an honorable discharge.

After being discharged from...

Dec 17, 2022

Rita Willson (Rathe), 85, of Villa Ridge passed away, Saturday, December 17, 2022 in St. Charles.

Rita, daughter of Walter Rathe and wife Laetitia (Pelletier) was born June 30, 1937 in Ipswich, Massachusetts.

On May 13, 1962 she was united in marriage to Harold Willson in Ipswich, Massachusetts.

Rita was of the Catholic...

Dec 17, 2022

David C. Gumpenberger, 69, of Villa Ridge, passed away, Saturday, December 17, 2022, at Mercy Hospital in Washington.

On September 19, 1953, David was born to the union of Clarence Gumpenberger and Marilyn (Williams) in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

David proudly served his country in the United States Marines.

He enjoyed fishing, Sci-fi movies,...

Dec 16, 2022

James David Holman, Jr. was always busy and in his spare time trying to help family and friends with whatever was needed. Whether it was taking time to help a stranger broke down on the side of the road or graciously helping someone in financial need. He was generous in everything he did and everywhere he went. He made...

Dec 11, 2022

Nancy J. Braun (Bailey), 85, of St. Clair, passed away, Sunday, December 11, 2022, at Mercy Hospital in Washington surrounded by her loving family.

On February 9, 1937, Nancy was born to the union of Alex Bailey and Tressie (Keys) in Franklin County, Missouri.

Nancy was a 1955 St. Clair High School graduate.

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Dec 2, 2022

Helen Patricia Bauer, 73, of Union, passed away, Friday, December 2, 2022, at Bethesda Meadow in Ellisville, Missouri.

Pat, as she preferred, was born to the union of Edward Bauer and Genevieve (Lively) on July 2, 1948, in St. Louis City, Missouri.

She worked as a CMT for Marymount Manor for over 20 years as...

Dec 1, 2022

Linda Marie Kelch (Bonney), 79, of St. Clair, passed away at her home on Thursday, December 1, 2022.

Linda, daughter of George Edward Bonney and his wife Fay Louise (Polite), was born on August 9, 1943, in St. Louis.  She was united in marriage to Dan Kelch on June 2, 1972, in St. Louis.

In...

Dec 1, 2022

Joan LaFone Ford, 92, of Labadie, MO, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 1, 2022, at Oak Pointe of Washington in Washington, MO, after a brief battle with cancer.

Joan was born on February 20, 1930, in Chippewa Falls, WI, to Homer and Eleanor (Steinmetz) Peloquin. She graduated from McDonell High School in 1948. Joan loved her...

Nov 29, 2022

Betty L. Quaethem (Smith) passed away on November 29th, 2022, in the comfort of her home

with family by her side. Betty, the daughter of Lester and Eldora (Newman) Smith, was born on May 29th, 1937, in the community of Bucoda near Senath, Missouri. After graduating from Senath High School in 1955, Betty moved to St. Louis,...

Nov 28, 2022

Mason Edward Begley, 54, of Maryland Heights, passed away on Monday, November 28, 2022, at Sunset Health Care Center, Union.

Mason, son of Carol Begley (Lindsley), was born on July 28, 1968, in Paulding, Ohio.

He worked in computer security within the information technology industry. He was very talented in this area and always willing...

Nov 28, 2022

Jerry D. Schmittler, 87, of Union, passed away, Monday, November 28, 2022, at Victorian Manor of Union.

On November 3, 1935, Jerry was born to the union of Willard Schmittler and Geneva (Curtis) in Grayville, Illinois.

He graduated from high school in Mt. Carmel, Illinois.

Jerry was united in marriage on December 29,...

Nov 27, 2022

I, Richard Leroy Young II, was born on April 28, 1979 and I passed away on November 27, 2022. The best years for me was when I was in the Navy. I'm a father of 2 beautiful children, Kent and Emma and an uncle of 4 to Jeanne Tappe, Victoria Tappe, John Tappe, and Kallista Stubblefield, and when around...

Nov 25, 2022

We are sad to announce the passing of Nancy L. Dixon. She was born on May 10, 1957, in Huntington Park, California.

She grew up on a farm near Marshfield MO. She went to college at The School of the Ozark's and received her bachelor's degree in K Thru 12th Education. Nancy also received her master's degree...

Nov 24, 2022

Keith E. Smith, 65, of Union passed away Thursday, November 24, 2022 in Union.

Keith, son of Ben Smith and wife Wanda (Hemker) was born December 1, 1956 in Sedalia, Missouri.

He served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam Era receiving an honorable discharge.

Keith was preceded in death...

Nov 23, 2022

Donald J. Pendleton 19 November 1937 to 23 November 2022  85 years old Donald Pendleton was born and raised in Union, MO. He was one of eight brothers and sisters raised by Clyde and Agusta Pendleton. He was married to Marilyn Pendleton (White) for 50 years who preceded him in death. In 1964 Don moved his family to Southern California...

Nov 22, 2022

Audrey Mae Ritter (Ferrell), 90, of Union, passed away on Tuesday, November 22, 2022, at St. Clair Nursing Center in St. Clair.

Audrey, daughter of Lyle Ferrell and his wife Pauline (Neal), was born on September 15, 1932 in St. Louis.

She married Daniel Fuller on June 10, 1956 and divorced in 1971.

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Nov 19, 2022

Patricia Ann Francis (Sanderson), 89, of St. Clair, passed away, Saturday, November 19, 2022, at Pacific Care Center.

On September 19, 1933, Patricia was born in Wellston, Missouri.

Patricia was united in marriage to Richard Francis in St. Louis.

She retired from Meridian Pharmaceutical after 20 years of dedicated service.

Patricia...

Nov 19, 2022

Ethel M. Hawkins (Werley), 72 of St. Clair passed away Saturday, November 19, 2022 at her home.

Mrs. Hawkins, daughter of Allen Werley and wife Sadie (Dorris) was born May 18, 1950, in Desloge.

On March 18, 1972, Ethal was united in marriage to Floyd Hawkins in St. Clair.

She worked at St....