obituaries

Dec 22, 2021

Betty Pearl (Davis) Burkett, 84, of Sullivan, passed away Wednesday, December 22 nd , 2021, in Sullivan.

On September 17 th , 1937, Betty was born to the union of Clarence "Jack" Davis and wife Violet (Robertson) in Caruthersville.

Betty attended Liberty Baptist Church in St. Clair.

Dec 22, 2021

Naomi Lee Clines (nee' Sparkman) was born December 6, 1933 in Clarendon, Texas to John and Sally (nee' Mayfield) Sparkman.  She passed away Wednesday, December 22 nd , 2021 in Washington, MO at the age of 88 years. Naomi received her education at Matson High School in Haskell, Texas and graduated in 1952. She was united in marriage to...

Dec 18, 2021

Cheryl Anne Sanson (Piper), 59, of Villa Ridge, passed away, Saturday, December 18, 2021, at St. Joseph Hospital in St. Charles.

On February 22, 1962, Cheryl was born to the union of Clyde Piper and Charlotte (Conley) in Ottumwa, Iowa.

Cheryl was a 1980 graduate from Ottumwa High School.

She was united in...

Dec 16, 2021

Cynthia Calloway, 63, of St. Clair, passed away, Thursday, December 16 th , 2021, in Sullivan.

On October 17, 1958,  Cynthia was born to the union of Richard Portell and Suzanne (Weckback) in St. Louis.

She was a member of the Elks Lodge.

Cynthia was a horse enthusiast, she enjoyed gardening, watching the...

Dec 15, 2021

Joan Teresa Prichard (Tersteeg), 73, of Union passed away Wednesday, December 15, 2021 in Washington.

Joan, daughter of Al Tersteeg and wife Ann (Lavin) was born September 29, 1948 in Jefferson City, MO.

Joan had a personal relation with the Lord, she dedicated time to her Bible Study Group and was an avid reader of...

Dec 13, 2021

Cory Muir, 52, of Cuba, passed away Monday, December 13, 2021, in St. Louis.

On February 5 th , 1969, Cory was born to the union of Richard Muir and Rebecca (Brown) in Washington.

Cory was a self-employed carpenter and craftsman. He repurposed barnwood and crafted beautiful home décor, furniture, accent pieces and sliding barn...

Dec 9, 2021

Margaret Jean Evans, 90, of Bourbon, passed away, Thursday, December 9 th , 2021, at her home.

On May 24, 1931, Margaret was born to the union of Elmer and Ruth (Reining) Kroncke in Chicago, Illinois.

February 18, 1951, she married Justus Evans in Chicago.

Margaret enjoyed crocheting, doing seek and find word...

Dec 7, 2021

Tracy Dean Harding, 54, of Leasburg, passed away, Tuesday, December 7 th , 2021, at his home.

On September 5 th , 1967, Tracy was born to the union of John and Louis (Howard) Harding in Louisiana, Missouri.

He graduated from Elsberry High School.

Tracy married Angela (Nanney) Harding on August 2, 1997,...

Dec 7, 2021

Larry John Hood, 67, of Robertsville, passed away, Tuesday, December 7, 2021, in Cedar Hill.

On May 13, 1954, Larry was born to the union of Robert Hood and Darlene (Holliday) in St. Louis.

Larry graduated from Normandy High School in 1972.

He was a member of the Elks Lodge in Cedar Hill....

Dec 6, 2021

Elmer Leroy Downey, 86, of St. Clair, passed away Monday, December 6, 2021, at his home.

On December 23, 1934, Elmer was born to the union of Frank Downey and Florence (Hence) in St. Clair.

He was united in marriage to Maudie Marie...

Dec 5, 2021

Joy Tredway, 79, of Union, passed away, Sunday, December 5, 2021, in Washington.

On February 20, 1942, Joy was born to the union of Francis Tredway and Margaret (Urban) Tredway in Beaufort.

He was a member of Fellowship Baptist Church.

On December 31, 1976, Joy was united in marriage to Freda (Gillam) in...

Dec 1, 2021

Bobby Fenner, 55, of St. Clair, passed away, Wednesday, December 1, 2021, in St. Louis.

On May 29, 1966, Bobby was born to the union of James Fenner and Vickie (Schuler) in Columbia, Missouri at Boone County Hospital.

He attended St. Clair High School. He went to East Central College, earning a degree in industrial...

Nov 29, 2021

Edward Augustus Lewis Jr., 67, of St. Louis formerly of Union passed away Monday, November 29, 2021 in St Louis.

Edward, son of Edward Augustus Lewis Sr. and wife Katherine Dale (Thomas) was born March 13, 1954 in St. Louis.

Edward served his country in the United States Army and was stationed in Korea. He...

Nov 28, 2021

Faith "Piefe" Ann Zingrich, 50, of St. Clair passed away Sunday November 28, 2021 at her home.

Faith, daughter of Larry Zingrich and Sandra (Venable) was born January 31, 1971 in Washington.

She worked at Becky's Depot and the VFW in St. Clair. Faith had a very eccentric personality and was known for her quick...

Nov 27, 2021

Daniel Joseph Schmitt, 38, of St. Charles formerly of St. Clair passed away Saturday, November 27, 2021 in St. Peters.

Daniel, son of Timothy Lomax and wife Gaynell (Foster) was born October 11, 1983 in Washington.

On May 9, 2009 he was united in marriage to Leslie Bickford in Creve Coeur.

Daniel worked...

Nov 25, 2021

Edward Mesa Cruz, 91, of St. Clair, passed Thursday, November 25, 2021, at Crab Apple Village in St. Clair.

On June 2, 1930, Edward was born to the union of Joseph Cruz and Andrea (Mesa) in Guam.

Edward was an avid St. Louis Cardinal's fan. He enjoyed going to the casino's, fishing, crafting, and playing...

Nov 24, 2021

Harold R. Holland, 92, of Washington, passed away, Wednesday, November 24, 2021, in Washington.

On June 29, 1929, Harold was born to the union of Russell Holland and Hazel (Williams) in Marston.

He married Eva (Mitchell) on September 10, 1949, in University City.

Harold attended school at University City High School. He loved...

Nov 24, 2021

Timothy Warren Davis, 58, of Union, passed away, Wednesday, November 24, 2021, at his home.

On February 10, 1963, Timothy was born to the union of Burl Davis and Wanda (Hodges) in St. Louis.

He attended Union High School.

He worked as a tester at Gerald Industries.

Timothy loved watching NASCAR...

Nov 23, 2021

Anna Marie Whitworth, 65, of Union, passed away, Tuesday, November 23, 2021, in Washington.

On December 28, 1955, Anna was born to the union of James Whitworth and Barbara (Whitlock) in Kirkwood, Missouri.

Anna graduated from Eureka High School.

She enjoyed doing puzzles, coloring books, sewing and bingo. Anna's favorite T.V. program was...

Nov 22, 2021

Allen Harley Sugden formerly of Wisconsin, presently of Washington, passed away, November 22, 2021, after a long illness.

On September 24, 1948, Allen was born to the union of John D. Sugden and Janice (Fogo) in Whitehall, Wisconsin.

Harley was a proud Vietnam veteran with the United States Navy.

He enjoyed cooking for...