Lee Adams
Sep 3, 2025
Lee M. Adams, 90, passed away on September 3, at his home in Union, Missouri. He was born on December 31, 1934, in Marble Rock, Iowa, to Gerald E. and Ena L. (Ackley) Adams.
Lee grew up in Marble Rock and graduated from high school in 1952. After high school, he attended Simpson College in Indianola, Iowa,...
Brad Ferrell
Aug 27, 2025
Brad Ferrell of Washington, Missouri, passed away surrounded by his family Wednesday, August 27, 2025, at the age of 54 years. He was born February 14, 1971, in Marion, Kentucky; the son of Carl Ferrell and Phyllis (Quertermous) Ludwick.
Brad met the love of his life, Dena Boshers, on June 16, 2000, and the couple recently celebrated...
Susan E. Adams
Aug 27, 2025
Susan E. Adams, 76, 0f Gerald passed away Wednesday, August 27, 2025 in Creve Coeur.
Susan, daughter of John Adams and wife Eleanor (Phillips) was born June 12, 1949.
She was a loyal member of St. Paul's United Church of Christ in Gerald. Susan loved camping, spending time outdoors and going to the lake. Susan...
Ann Dain
Aug 26, 2025
Ann Janice (Wilson) Dain, born on July 27, 1935, in Portageville, Missouri, to John and Alice Smith, passed from this life on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at the age of 90.
Ann is survived by her sister, Vicki Burton of Pevely, MO; her daughter, Suzi Floyd of Porter, TX; her sons, Brad Wilson and wife Joan of...
Alex Micheal Hilton
Aug 25, 2025
Alex Micheal Hilton of Belle, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly Monday, August 25, 2025, at the age of 22 years. He was born November 19, 2002, in Washington, Missouri; the son of Peter Hilton and his wife, April (Guthrie) Hilton.
Alex was preceded in death by his grandparents, John Guthrie and Robin and David Hilton Sr.; and his...
Jo Ann Bathe
Aug 25, 2025
Jo Ann Bathe, age 75, of Festus, Missouri, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2025, surrounded by those she loved.
Jo was a woman of remarkable warmth, compassion, and creativity. She found joy in the simple pleasures of life — tending her garden, crafting and painting, sharing laughter with friends, and cherishing every moment with her family....
Nick Lurtz
Aug 24, 2025
Nick Lurtz of Lonedell passed away on Sunday, August 24, 2025, at the age of 39. He was born in St. Louis to Lance and Phebe (Kruse) Lurtz on May 25, 1986. On August 6, 2011, he was united in marriage in St. Clair to the love of his life, Syria Brown, and they were blessed with two daughters,...
Alan Moult
Aug 24, 2025
Alan Richard Moult passed away suddenly Sunday, August 24, 2025, at the age of 67 years. Â He was born August 25, 1957, in St. Louis, MO; the son of LaVerne and Leo Moult, Jr.
Alan was preceded in death by his parents, LaVerne and Leo Moult, Jr.
He is survived by his sister, Karen Giddens...
Barbara Collier
Aug 23, 2025
Barbara Collier, 67, of Union, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Saturday, August 23, 2025. She was born in Atlanta, Georgia, on June 23, 1958, to the union of Victor and Ida May (Sullentrup) Kaver. On February 14, 1992, she was united in marriage to Michael Collier in St. Clair, who survives.
Barbara enjoyed viewing...
Larry David Missey
Aug 23, 2025
Larry David Missey, of Union, Missouri, has lived a full and joyful life rooted in family, laughter, and love. Born on March 14, 1947, in Missouri to Harry H. Missey and Beulah B. (Todd) Missey, Larry has spent his years bringing humor, warmth, and quick wit to everyone around him.
He dedicated over 35 years to Ameren,...
Donald Vondracek
Aug 23, 2025
Donald Vondracek of Union, Missouri, peacefully passed away Saturday, August 23, 2025, at the age of 88 years. He was born April 6, 1937, in Owensville, Missouri; the son of Fred Vondracek and his wife, Ruby (Kreft).
Donald was preceded in death by his wife, Florence Vondracek; his parents, Fred and Ruby Vondracek; and five siblings, Betty...
Diana Shoupe
Aug 22, 2025
Diana Geisler Shoupe of Washington, Missouri, passed away on Friday, August 22, 2025, at the age of 72 years. The daughter of Arthur and Evelyn (Dittman) Geisler, she was born on February 10, 1953, in Owensville. She was united in marriage to George Shoupe at St. Peters United Church of Christ in New Haven on November 8, 1980. The...
Mary Lou Huff
Aug 20, 2025
Mary Lou Huff of Lonedell, Missouri, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, having reached the age of 85 years, 11 months, and 30 days, surrounded by her family.
Mary Lou was born on August 21, 1939, to John Merlin Munn and Wilma Mildred (nee Taylor) Munn in Polk County, Missouri, and...
William "Bill" Scheele
Aug 18, 2025
William "Bill" Scheele of Fair Grove, Missouri, peacefully passed away surrounded by his loved ones on Monday, August 18, 2025, at the age of 74 years. He was born November 22, 1950, in Marysville, Kansas; the son of Richard Scheele and his wife, Minnie (Zabel).
Bill received his education from the University of Kansas, earning his Bachelor...
Pierce Edward Glass
Aug 17, 2025
Pierce Edward Glass of Pacific, Missouri, passed away Sunday, August 17, 2025, at the age of 88 years. He was born April 11, 1937, in Charleston, Missouri; the son of Samuel Glass and his wife, Lillian (Gracy).
Pierce was united in marriage to Norma (Price) on March 9, 1957, in St. Louis, and four children blessed their...
Bonnie Dixon
Aug 11, 2025
Bonnie Opal (Hoemann) Dixon of Gerald, Missouri, was born July 5, 1949, in Washington, Missouri; the daughter of Roy Hoemann and his wife, Ruth (Breckenkamp). Bonnie passed away Monday, August 11, 2025, at the age of 76 years.
Bonnie received her education from the Union School District in Union. She was united in marriage to Tim Dixon...
Ward Duncan
Aug 10, 2025
Ward L. Duncan, of Washington, Missouri, passed away on Sunday, August 10, 2025, at the age of 72 years. Son of William and Ethel (Coon) Duncan, he was born on January 5, 1953, in Bonne Terre.
He was a very talented musician, a master at both the guitar and harmonica. He played as well as sang in...
Joan Richardson
Aug 10, 2025
Joan Elizabeth (Thurman) Richardson of Gerald, Missouri, was born September 11, 1946, in St. Louis, Missouri; the daughter of Howard Thurman and his wife, Bessie (Chaffin). Joan passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, August 10, 2025, at the age of 78 years.
Joan received her business degree from Sanford Brown College and worked as a quality...
Carolyn Mae (Love) Straatmann
Aug 9, 2025
Carolyn Mae (Love) Straatmann, of Sullivan, MO passed away at her home on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at the age of 74. Daughter of Pierce and Violet (Rock) Love, she was born December 8, 1950, in Sullivan, MO.
She poured her heart into everything she cared about — from her work in the union to her family...
Avalynn Belle Wyatt
Aug 5, 2025
Avalynn Belle Wyatt of Washington, Missouri, was born February 10, 2024, in Washington, Missouri; the daughter of James Wyatt II and Tiffany Elder. Avalynn passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at the age of 1 year.
She was preceded in death by her grandparents, James Wyatt, Angela Hawkins, and Timothy Elder.
Avalynn is...
