obituaries

Nov 24, 2025

Dale Everett Busse of Sullivan, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly Monday, November 24, 2025, at the age of 64 years. He was born February 4, 1961, in Sullivan; the son of Wilbert Busse and his wife, Minnie (Doyle).

Dale received his education from Sullivan High School and was employed as a diesel mechanic. He was an avid car...

Nov 16, 2025

Harry Herbert, Jr., of Gerald, Missouri, passed away on Sunday, November 16, 2025, at the age of 81. He was born in St. Louis on May 19, 1944, to the union of Harry Herbert, Sr., and his wife, Bertha (Cox) Herbert.

In 1966, just short of his 22nd birthday, Harry was drafted and inducted into the United...

Nov 16, 2025

Devon Patrick McNew of Washington, Missouri, passed away Sunday, November 16, 2025, at the age of 28 years after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born April 30, 1997, in Sullivan, Missouri; the son of Shawn McNew and his wife, Amanda (O'Connor).

Devon was united in marriage to Melanie (Heimann) on October 10, 2020, at Meramec...

Nov 13, 2025

Kim Painter Turnbaugh, 67, died Nov. 13, 2025, at Pacific Care Center in Pacific, Missouri. A proud Nana and mother, she loved cooking and spending time with her family.

She was born March 8, 1958, in St. Louis, Missouri; the daughter of Hugh V. "John" and Jeffoline Painter.

She attended Parkway North High School, graduating...

Nov 9, 2025

Patty Sue (Potter) Prongue of Beaufort, Missouri, was born July 24, 1960, in St. Charles, Missouri; the daughter of Cary Potter and his wife, Alberta (Saale). Patty passed away Sunday, November 9, 2025, at the age of 65 years.

Patty was preceded in death by her parents, Cary and Alberta Potter; two brothers, Dale Potter and Dennis...

Nov 9, 2025

Lisa Herring of Union, Missouri, passed away at her home on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at the age of 59. She and her twin sister (Laura) were born in Oak Park, Illinois, October 6, 1966; the daughters of Robert (Bob) Kee and wife, Beatrice (Bea) (Haack).

She was united in marriage to William (Bill) Herring in Eureka...

Nov 9, 2025

Emmilee Lauren Akers of Union, Missouri, was born December 7, 1995, in Alton, Illinois. She passed away unexpectedly surrounded by her family on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at the age of 29 years.

Emmilee received her education from East Central College and was extremely proud of her diploma. Despite many challenges throughout life, Emmilee always remained resilient...

Nov 8, 2025

Andrew "Drew" James Hart of Union, Missouri, was born July 6, 1962, in Boulder, Colorado; the son of Gilbert Hart and his wife, Sharon (Perkins). Drew peacefully passed away Saturday, November 8, 2025, at the age of 63 years.

Drew received his education from Washington High School, where he excelled in sports, particularly football. He was united...

Nov 8, 2025

Kenneth Morgan Evans, 83, of St. Clair, Missouri, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Saturday, November 8, 2025, in St. Louis.

He was born on January 7, 1942, in Kennett, Missouri, the son of William Elco Evans and Miva (Morgan) Evans. Brother to Christine Turner and William (Bill) Evans. They were...

Nov 6, 2025

John Anthony Mooney of rural Owensville, formerly of Troy, passed away Thursday, November 6, 2025, at the age of 84 years. He was born March 6, 1941, in St. Louis, Missouri; the son of Anthony and Stella Mooney.

John was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 63 years, Carolyn Mooney, on July 10, 2025; his...

Nov 1, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Curtis Ira Wright. A devoted father, husband, Navy veteran, and proud blue-collar man, who left this world on November 1st, 2025 at the age of 64.

Curtis built his life on hard work, faith, and family. A man of few words but strong convictions, he spent...

Oct 28, 2025

Patricia "Patty" Sue Cook-Watson of St. Clair, Missouri, was born March 16, 1959, in St. Louis, Missouri. Patty peacefully left this world to be with the Lord on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at the age of 66 years.

Patty received her education from St. Clair High School and East Central College, earning a degree in building construction...

Oct 28, 2025

Leola Helena (Frick) Rowden of Union, Missouri, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at the age of 80 years. She was born January 16, 1945, in Washington, Missouri; the daughter of Henry Frick and his wife, Evelyn (Gerdes).

Leola received her education from Immaculate Conception Grade School and Union High School....

Oct 26, 2025

Laurie Becker, 68, of Villa Ridge, passed away on Sunday, October 26, 2025. Daughter of Howard and Hettie (Carroll) Becker, she was born in St. Louis on December 29, 1956.

Laurie worked as a cashier at Summit Stop in Gray Summit until her retirement in 2018. She enjoyed collecting anything with an elephant on it and had...

Oct 25, 2025

With heavy hearts, the family of Lisa Ellen Klingelberg Wright shares that she passed peacefully on October 25, 2025, at Mercy Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri. Though her time here has ended, the warmth of her presence lingers in every heart she ever touched.

Lisa's greatest joy in life was being a mother and grandmother. She devoted...

Oct 24, 2025

Barry J. Zurick of Washington, Missouri, born September 14th, 1957, passed away on October 24th at the age of 68. He was born in Breese, Illinois, to parents Van D. Zurick and Glennes D. Stevens Zurick.

Barry was a man of faith, determination, and most of all, love for his three sons. He will be remembered by...

Oct 19, 2025

David Lawrence Hewitt of Washington, Missouri, passed away peacefully at home with his devoted wife by his side on Sunday, October 19, 2025, at the age of 93 years. He was born February 19, 1932, in Crystal City, Missouri; the son of Elmo Hewitt and his wife, Lorraine (Bridwell).

David honorably served in the United States Marine...

Oct 18, 2025

Linda Christine (Sanders) Walker of St. Clair, Missouri, peacefully passed away Saturday, October 18, 2025, at the age of 69 years. Linda was born September 15, 1956, in St. Louis, Missouri; the daughter of Bernard Sanders and his wife, Carol (Weiss).

Linda was preceded in death by her parents, Bernard and Carol Sanders; and one brother, William...

Oct 18, 2025

Margaret Mocabee of Villa Ridge, Missouri, passed away on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at the age of 80 years. Daughter of Joseph and Annabell (Riach) Allan, she was born in Glasgow, Scotland, on January 24, 1945.

She came to the United States in 1965 with her son, Lewis Haynes, and husband, Bobby Haynes, who was serving in...

Oct 17, 2025

Clinton "Clint" Lopez, 33, of St. Clair, Missouri, will be remembered as a charismatic, kind-hearted man who lived fully and loved deeply. He passed away peacefully on Friday, October 17, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Clint was born November 4, 1991, in Washington, Missouri, to Brad and Donna Lopez (Wedemeier). In 2023, he met Lillian Gildehaus,...