obituaries

Jun 11, 2013

Karen A. Rains, 59 of Lonedell passed away Tuesday, June 11, 2013 at her home.

Mrs. Rains, daughter of Paul and Louise Werner was born December, 14, 1953 in St. Louis.

She was of the Christian Faith and attended St. John's United Church of Christ in St. Clair.

Karen fulfilled her life long...

Jun 9, 2013

Ruth Ann Richards nee Moore, 68 of Gerald passed away Sunday June 9, 2013 at her home.

Mrs. Richards, daughter of the late James Moore and wife Dorothy nee Williams was born October 13, 1944 in St. Louis.

On July 1, 1971 she was united in marriage to Eddie Richards at Old Mines, Missouri. She...

Jun 5, 2013

Leonard Meiners, 83 of St. Clair passed away Wednesday, June 5, 2013 at his home.

Mr. Meiners, son of the late Leonard B. Meiners and wife Frances nee Litteken was born June 25, 1929 in St. Louis.

He served his country in United States Marine Corp during the Korean War.

He was a...

Jun 4, 2013

Jon Hogan, 64 of Leander, Texas passed away Tuesday, June 4, 2013 in Cedar Park, Texas.

Mr. Hogan, son of the late Jack Hogan and wife Carol nee Dyes was born October 11, 1948 in St. Louis. He served his country in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam Era as an Airman 3rd Class receiving...

May 31, 2013

Richard "Rick" T. Babb, 50 of New Haven passed away Friday, May 31, 2013 in St. Louis County, Missouri.

Mr. Babb, son of the late Donald Babb and wife Betty nee Hardin was born November 7, 1962 in Pontiac, Michigan.

On June 23, 2007 he was united in marriage to Patti in St. Louis. He...

May 10, 2013

Beverly Lewis, 60 of Union passed away Friday, May 10, 2013 in Chesterfield.

Ms. Lewis, daughter of the late Edward Lewis Sr. and wife Katherine nee Thomas was born October 16, 1952 in St. Louis.

She was preceded in death by her parents. Ms. Lewis is survived by her brother, Edward Lewis of Union.

May 9, 2013

Baby Haley Gills went to be with the Lord May 9, 2013.

She is survived by her parents, Christopher Gills and Hannah Duncan of Union; grandparents, Christine Pope of Union, Jason Pope of Union, Matt Gills and wife Vicky of Rosebud and Tammie Czapla of Union; uncle, Jason Pope Jr. of Union; aunt, Samantha Pope of Union...

May 2, 2013

Edward D. Walker, 73 of Union passed away Thursday, May 2, 2013 at his home.

Mr. Walker, son of the late Harold Walker and wife Sylvia nee Presley was born January 24, 1940 in St. Louis.

He was an avid wood crafter making cabinetry, furniture and anything out of wood.

He also fine...

May 2, 2013

Bill Dewayne Edwards, 73 of Washington passed away Thursday, May 2, 2013 in Washington.

Mr. Edwards, son of the late Jesse James Edwards and wife Nora Frances nee Jackson was born August 11, 1939 in Kennett, Missouri.

On June 14, 1958 he was united in marriage to Mary Zinn in Union City, Tennessee. He loved...

May 2, 2013

Ralph "Rudy Via, Sr., 82 of Hermann passed away Thursday, May 2, 2013 in Washington. Mr. Via, son of the late Vito Via and wife Theresa nee Iaconetti was born January 13, 1931 in Cook County, Illinois.

On January 7, 1956 he was united in marriage to Joyce Hudson in St. Louis. He proudly served his country...

May 1, 2013

Thomas "Tinker" Ray Hill, 78 of St. Clair passed away Wednesday, May 1, 2013 in St. Clair. Mr. Hill, son of Thomas A. Hill and wife Mary E. nee Owens was born February 15,1935 in Diamond, Kentucky.

On March 14, 1956 he was united in marriage to Carolyn Sue Mitchell in Providence, Kentucky. He served his country...

Apr 26, 2013

Ruby Jean Cahill nee Small, 78 of Union passed away Friday, April 26, 2013 in Ironton. Mrs. Cahill, daughter of the late James Small and wife Mary nee Shull was born December 13, 1934 in Jefferson City.

On September 29, 1951 she was united in marriage to Avery Cahill Jr. in Villa Ridge. After her retirement Avery...

Apr 23, 2013

Lois Ann Mills, 57, of St. Clair passed away Tuesday, April 23, 2013 at her home.

Mrs. Mills, daughter of the late Carl Vaughn and wife Felicite nee Jones was born September 21, 1955 in St. Louis.

She enjoyed spending time with family and friends, frequenting thrift stores and resale shops finding the next bargain....

Apr 20, 2013

Michael Sammy Crocker, 60 of St. Clair passed away Saturday, April 20, 2013 at his home. Mr. Crocker, son of Sam Crocker and Lavelle nee Reeves was born June 25, 1952 in St. Louis, Missouri.

Mr. Crocker served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War.

He was a Fire Fighter for...

Apr 18, 2013

Danielle Jeanine Barlow, 32 of Pacific passed away Thursday, April 18, 2013 in Pacific.

Ms. Barlow, daughter of William Barlow and Joyce nee Parker was born February 28, 1981 in St. Louis.

She would leave a lasting impression on anyone who met her and put a smile on your face by entering the room.

Apr 1, 2013

Infant Taylor Ray Follett went to be with the Lord April 1, 2013.

She was preceded in death by her grandfather, Wilbert Ray Petzold; great-grandparents, Harry Gauer and Roger Hopper.

Taylor is survived by her parents, John Follett and Amanda Gauer of Lonedell; grandparents, Danielle Cross and Michael Meredith of Lonedell and Chris and Carrie...

Mar 28, 2013

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Mar 26, 2013

Charla K. Dare nee Shipley, 56, of Washington passed away Tuesday, March 26, 2013 at her home.

Mrs. Dare, daughter of Edward Shipley and wife Veronica nee Esslinger was born December 21, 1956 in Washington, Missouri.

She was preceded in death by her father, Edward "Buck" Shipley and her sister, Mary Lou Skirvin.

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Mar 23, 2013

Tony Tosiani, 64 of Sullivan formerly of Union passed away Saturday, March 23, 2013 in Sullivan. Mr. Tosiani, son of Giovanni Tosiani and wife Rosalia nee Russi was born January 20, 1949 in San Paulo, Italy. As a skilled tradesman he owned and operated A.T.F. Home Remodeling.

Mr. Tosiani was preceded in death by his father, Giovanni...

Mar 20, 2013

Jesse Renshaw, 27 of Union passed away Wednesday, March 20, 2013 in Owensville.

He attended Union High School. His passion was for MMA Fighting. He trained and was based out of Jefferson City.

Jesse will be loved and missed by everyone that knew him.

He was preceded in death by his infant sister,...