obituaries

Jun 18, 2021

Dan Dawson, 67 of Washington, passed away Friday, June 18, 2020 at his home.

On July 11, 1953 Dan was born to the union of Jack Dawson Sr. and Diana (Beas) in Washington.

Dan graduated from Washington High School in 1971.

He worked as an operating engineer for most of his life.

Jun 14, 2021

Zachary Dean Blackwell, 21 of Union, passed away suddenly Monday, June 14. 2021.

On May 9, 2000, Zachary was born in Washington, to his parents Lena and Larry Blackwell and Billy Thomas and girlfriend Rhonda Finch.

Zachary attended Union High School.

He worked as a line cook at Burger King.

Zachary...

Jun 13, 2021

Richard "Rick" Dale Marler, 59 of St. Clair passed away June 13, 2021 in St. Louis.

On January 21, 1962 Rick was born to the union of Louis Marler and Delores (Gann) in St. Louis.

Rick attended St. Clair High School.

He was of the Baptist faith.

On November 26, 1988...

Jun 12, 2021

William T. Gann Sr., 75 of St. Clair, passed away Saturday, June 12, 2021 at his home.

On July 9, 1945 William was born to the union of Everett Gann and Ruby (Gray) in Chaffee, Missouri.

William proudly served his country in the United States Army.

William was united in marriage to Marsha...

Jun 8, 2021

John Thomas Rone, 93, of Pacific, Missouri passed away Tuesday, June 8, 2021 at his home.

John, son of Andrew Jackson Rone and wife Violet Annie (Hawkins) was born February 19, 1928 in Portageville, Missouri.

On February 1, 1949 he was united in marriage to Katherine Hatley in Piggott, Arkansas.

John worked as...

Jun 8, 2021

Marilynn Jeanette Creek (Martin), 89, of Villa Ridge passed away Tuesday, June 8, 2021 in Creve Coeur.

Marilynn, daughter of James Martin and wife Irene (Beard) was born March 19, 1932 in Kirkwood.

She had a green thumb, always planting flowers and working in her garden. She loved to cook and was especially known for...

Jun 6, 2021

Patricia "Pat" Wright (Wall) of Washington passed away Sunday, June 6, 2021 at Farmington Health Center.

Pat, daughter of Stanley Wall and wife Evelyn (Casey) was born October 2, 1945 in Fort Leonard Wood.

Pat always enjoyed the company of friends and family while cooking and serving up a good meal for them. She was...

Jun 5, 2021

John Bellmann, 52 of St. Clair passed away Saturday, June 5, 2021 in Washington.

John, son of John Bellmann and wife Betty (Lowery) was born June 20, 1968 in Cook County, Illinois.

John enjoyed arrowhead hunting, fishing on the river and hanging out with his friends.

John was preceded in death by his...

Jun 2, 2021

David G. Schrader, 44, of Washington passed away Wednesday, June 2, 2021 in Washington.

David, son of Glennon Schrader and wife Ruth (Stolte) was born August 16, 1976 in Washington.

He received his education at Washington High School. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and going to grandpa's farm in his younger years.

David was...

May 30, 2021

Roy Neal Loyd, 66 of Union, passed away Sunday, May 30, 2021 in Bridgeton.

On January 29, 1955 Roy was born to the union of Melvin Loyd and Rose (Giger) in Washington.

Roy attended both Beaufort and Union Schools.

He worked at Rock Hill Auto Salvage for most of his life.

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May 28, 2021

Richard Thomas Haynes, on May 28, 2021, age 87 passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by family. Richard was born February 17, 1934 in Rome Georgia. Beloved husband of Diana (nee Dawes); father of Michael Haynes (Lynndean) of Salida CO, Melissa Arch (Richard) of Atlanta GA, Bryan Haynes (Petra) of Washington MO, Josephine Jacobsmeyer (Russell) of Labadie,...

May 28, 2021

Bret "Butterball" Messling, 24, of Union, passed away suddenly Friday, May 28, 2021 in Union.

On April 6, 1997 Bret was born to Michele (Burke) in Waukesha, Wisconsin.

Bret graduated from Union High School in 2015.

He worked as a tire technician at Bolzenius Tire LLC in Union.

Bret was a...

May 19, 2021

John Robert Graves Jr., 73 of Marthasville passed away Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at his home.

John, son of John Graves and wife Irene (Olson) was born November 14, 1947 in St. Louis.

On June 6, 2009 he was united to Lisa in St. Charles.

John served his country in the United States...

May 18, 2021

Jack Lee Powell, 74, of St. Clair passed away Tuesday, May 18, 2021 at his home surrounded by family.

Jack, son of Harold Powell and wife Violet (Knepper) was born February 15, 1947 in Sioux City, Iowa.

On October 14, 1977 he was united in marriage to Diana Sue Jones in Branson, Missouri.

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May 16, 2021

William Allen Bergner Jr. 17, of Bourbon, passed away Sunday, May 16, 2021 in Sullivan.

On March 30, 2004 Allen was born to the union of William "Bill" Bergner Sr. and Evelyn (Garms) in Rolla.

Allen was a student of Crawford County R-1 Bourbon High School.

He was employed at Walmart.

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May 13, 2021

Robert "Bob" Schreiner, 68, of Union passed away, Thursday May 13, 2021 at his home.

On September 13, 1952 in Hermann, Missouri, Bob was born to the late Charles and Nettie (Betty) (Schnitger) Schreiner.

He attended Hermann High School.

On July 28, 1980 Bob was united in marriage to Penny (Klepper) in Nassau,...

May 9, 2021

Gordon A. Schutte, 75, of Lonedell, passed away Sunday, May 9, 2021 in St. Louis.

On July 2, 1945 Gordon was born to the union of James Schutte and Christeen (Shaffer) in St. Louis.

Gordon proudly served his country for 21 years in the United States Army.

He was a member of the...

May 8, 2021

Connie (Kleisly) Bartels, 62, of Hermann, passed away Saturday, May 8, 2021 at her home.

On November 27, 1958 Connie was born to the union of Fred Kleisly and MarthaJean Brandt in St. Louis.

Connie graduated from Affton High School with honors. She would then earn her bachelor's degree from UMSL also with honors.

Apr 29, 2021

A.J. Berry, 77, of Union formerly of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma passed away Thursday, April 29, 2021 in Washington.

A.J., son of George Almos Berry and wife Anna Jeneace (Bugg) was born March 31, 1944 in Alton, Illinois.

On July 29, 1967 he was united in marriage to Nancy Jones in Weatherford, Texas.

A.J....

Apr 27, 2021

Dana Britton (Palmer), 51 of Robertsville, passed away Tuesday, April 27, 2021 at her home.

On August 2, 1969 Dana was born to the union of Charles and Sandy Palmer.

Dana was united in marriage to Alvin Britton Sr. on June 24, 2006.

She enjoyed nature and spending time with family and friends....