obituaries

Nov 2, 2021

Robert McCrain, 77, of Union, passed away unexpectedly, Tuesday, November 2, 2021, at Mercy Hospital in Washington.

On April 15, 1944, Robert was born to the union of Mallory McCrain and Ruth (Russell) in St. Louis.

Robert was united in marriage, August 31, 1963, to Janet (Peterson) at Salem Lutheran Church in Affton.

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Nov 2, 2021

Ronald Perotti, 76, of Union, passed away, Tuesday, November 2, 2021, at his home surrounded by his loving family.

On March 14, 1945, Ronald was born to the union of Thomas Perotti and Veronica "Vera" (Govro) in St. Louis.

Ronald was united in marriage on November 14, 1970, to the late Donna (Julius) Perotti  in...

Nov 2, 2021

Richard A. Baird, 77, of Union, previously of Pacific, passed away, Tuesday, November 2, 2021, at Sunset Health Care Center.

On June 14, 1944, Richard was born in Pennsylvania.

Richard proudly served his country in the United States Army.

He owned and operated Route 66 Flea Market in Pacific for over 10 years....

Oct 31, 2021

Sandra K. West (Jolly), 60, of Leslie, passed away, Sunday, October 31, 2021,  at Barnes-Jewish in St. Louis.

On June 13, 1961, Sandra was born to the union of Harry Jolly and Audrey (Porter) in St. Louis.

Sandra was preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Audrey Jolly.

She is survived by...

Oct 28, 2021

Melissa Ann Crisel (Merrill), 61 of Washington passed away Thursday, October 28, 2021 in Washington.

Melissa, daughter of David and Maxine Merrill was born April 27, 1960 in Washington.

Melissa was a dedicated 25-year bus driver, working for the Union School District as well as her last job at Mid-American Coach in Washington for the...

Oct 25, 2021

Patricia J. Light (Hawkins), 83 of St. Clair passed away Monday, October 25, 2021 in Gerald.

Patricia, daughter of Thomas Hawkins and wife Ruth (Stacup) was born September 17, 1938 in Vienna, Missouri.

On January 4, 1958 she was united in marriage to Edward Leroy Light...

Oct 25, 2021

William "Bill" R. Davis, 77, of Union passed away Monday, October 25, 2021 at his home.

Bill, son of Roy Louis Davis and wife Agnes Marie (Turnbough) was born March 2, 1944 in St. Louis.

On August 12, 1978 he was united in marriage to Karen Smith in Lemay, Missouri.

Bill was a...

Oct 23, 2021

Grant Hassler, 60, of Villa Ridge, passed away, Saturday, October 23, 2021, at Mercy Hospital in Washington.

On November 20, 1960, Grant was born to the union of Louis Hassler and Rosalee (Mason) in Mesa, Arizona.

Grant worked as a janitor for the St. Clair School District for over three years.

He spent...

Oct 23, 2021

Arthur F. Wagner, 75, of Mexico, Missouri, passed away, Saturday, October 23, 2021, at Mercy Hospital in Washington Missouri.

On July 17, 1946, Art was born to the union of William Wagner and Carol (McVey) in Yuma, Arizona.

Art graduated from Yuma high school in 1964 in Yuma, Arizona.

On March 19, 1988,...

Oct 22, 2021

Dorothy Richardson (Frederick), 58, of Sullivan passed away Friday, October 22, 2021 in Belleville, Illinois.

Dorothy, daughter of Richard Frederick and wife Lillian (McKinnon) was born November 25, 1962 in St. Louis.

Dorothy was of the Christian Faith and accepted the Lord as her savior.

As a representative of Tupperware she sold product...

Oct 20, 2021

Sandra Renee McKinnon (Wilson), 36, of Hermann, passed away suddenly, Wednesday, October 20, 2021, at her home.

On July 7, 1985, Sandra was born to the union of Glenn Wilson and Penny (Emery) in West Plains, Missouri.

She attended both Raymondville and Washington School districts.

On May 2, 2008, Sandra was united in...

Oct 16, 2021

Lonnie T. Day, 66, of Grubville passed away Saturday, October 16, 2021 in Fenton.

Lonnie was born March 3, 1955, in Detroit, Michigan.

On June 28, 1975, he was united in marriage to Pamela Ahart in Hillsboro.

Lonnie worked as a Welder at DRS Marlo Coil in High Ridge. He recently retired after...

Oct 14, 2021

Anita Ann Kresse (Lehart), 65, born October 5, 1956 passed away October 14, 2021 surrounded by her friends and family.

She worked as a pre-school teacher and helped at the church nursery.

Anita was a member of the Chesterfield Presbyterian Church.

She enjoyed traveling, spending time with family and friends, and caring for...

Oct 13, 2021

Edward Leroy Light, 86, of St. Clair passed away Wednesday, October 13, 2021 in Gerald.

Edward, son of the late Roscoe Light and Wilma (Hults) was born July 4, 1935 in St. Clair.

He was united in marriage to Patricia Hawkins.

Edward served his country in the United States Army during the Korean...

Oct 13, 2021

Viola Julia Burton (Nevins), 82 of St. Clair passed away Wednesday, October 13, 2021 in St. Clair.

Viola, daughter of George Nevins and wife Pearl (Leahy) was born October 10, 1939 in St. Louis.

On June 14, 1957 she was united in marriage to Daniel Burton at Antioch Baptist Church.

She received her...

Oct 7, 2021

Waldo "Wally" Joseph Reich III, 48, of St. Clair passed away Thursday, October 7, 2021 at his home.

Wally, son of Waldo Reich and Vicki (Smith) was born July 8, 1973 in St. Louis.

Wally proudly served his country in the United States Army receiving an honorable discharge.

He was the World's Greatest...

Oct 5, 2021

Dan Callahan, of Eureka, passed away Tuesday, October 5, 2021 after a brief illness on his 60th birthday. Dan was preceded in death by his daughter, Amanda Callahan and his father Patrick "Pat" Callahan. Dan is survived by his mother, Margaret Callahan (nee Port), his brother Brian Callahan (Karen), and several other family members. A short visitation will held Saturday,...

Oct 3, 2021

Steve Fortune, 57, of Union passed away Sunday, October 3, 2021 in St. Louis.

Steve, son of Marvin Fortune and Nancy (Ritter) was born September 6, 1964 in Evansville, Indiana.

Steve graduated from Pacific High School in 1982. Later he went on to pursue his career as a Carpenter that led to thirty-two years of...

Oct 3, 2021

Kenneth Michael Stanfield, "Mike" 75, of St. Louis passed away on October 3, 2021.

Kenneth was born in Sedalia, Missouri in 1946 to Kenneth M. and Evelyn Stanfield, of blessed memory. He graduated from McCluer High School and then served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam era in the Atlantic Fleet. After an honorable discharge,...

Oct 2, 2021

Janice Bacon (Garland), 82, of Gerald passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, October 2, 2021 in Gerald.

Janice, daughter of Melvin Garland and wife Margaret (Mulberry) was born May 27, 1939 in Roxanna, Illinois.

On October 8, 1960 she was united in marriage to Robert "Bob" Bacon in Union.

Janice was...