obituaries

Apr 17, 2025

Timothy "Tim" Van Dixon of Gerald, MO was born October 3, 1951, in Heidelberg, Germany; the son of Paul Dixon and his wife, Maxine (Hudson). Tim passed away Thursday, April 17, 2025, at the age of 73 years.

He was united in marriage to Bonnie (Hoemann) on April 18, 1998, and the couple was one day short...

Apr 17, 2025

Thomas "Tom" August Strubberg of Leslie, MO passed away Thursday, April 17, 2025, at the age of 74 years.  Tom was born September 7, 1950, in Washington, MO; the son of August Strubberg and his wife, Arlene (Volmert).

Tom was preceded in death by his parents, August and Arlene Strubberg; and two siblings: Charles Strubberg and Anna...

Apr 14, 2025

Peggy Sue (Easler) Short of Palmer, AK passed away peacefully at home Monday, April 14, 2025, at the age of 70 years.  She was born February 10, 1955, in Fort Smith, AR: the daughter of James Easler and Theresa Kirkman.

Peggy was united in marriage to Elmer Short on November 19, 2017, in Palmer, AK. She loved...

Apr 5, 2025

Shirley Mae (Nielsen) Meyer of Union, Missouri (formerly of Springfield, Missouri) was born June 2, 1938, in Audubon, Iowa, the daughter of Raymond Nielsen and Evelyn (Jensen) Nielsen. Shirley passed away Saturday, April 5, 2025, at the age of 86 years.

Shirley grew up in Audubon, Iowa and was baptized, confirmed and married in the Ebenezer Lutheran...

Apr 1, 2025

Paul "Dave" Brake of Leslie, MO was born December 31, 1954, in Springfield, MO; the son of Paul Houston Brake and his wife, Frankie (Wilson). Dave passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at the age of 70 years.

Dave was united in marriage to Kim Callahan on October 2, 1977, and four children blessed their union....

Mar 27, 2025

Carl William Machelett of Union, MO passed away Thursday, March 27, 2025, at the age of 74 years. Carl was born February 1, 1951, in Washington, MO; the son of William Machelett and his wife, Mabel (Hoeft).

He was united in marriage to Dawnise "DC" Satterfield on April 7, 1973, and they were happily married for 44...

Mar 24, 2025

Burl "Butch" Davis of Beaufort, MO passed away unexpectedly Monday, March 24, 2025, at the age of 65 years.  Butch was born September 17, 1959, in St. Louis, MO; the son of Burl Davis and his wife, Wanda (Hodge).

Butch received his education from Pacific High School.  He was employed as a machine operator at Graphic Packaging...

Mar 20, 2025

Monika Sue Koehler of Sullivan, MO passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at the age of 78 years.  She was born April 16, 1946, in Kirchberg, Germany; the daughter of Adolf Koehler and his wife, Frieda (Schuerlein).

Monika was preceded in death by her parents, Adolf and Frieda Koehler; three siblings: Guenther Koehler, Adolf Koehler,...

Mar 15, 2025

Jorge Hernandez-Centeno of Overland, MO passed away unexpectedly March 15, 2025, at the age of 42 years. Jorge was born December 14, 1982, in Juventino Rosas, Guanajuato, Mexico; the son of Chon and Kika Hernandez.

Jorge was united in marriage to Lisa James on May 28, 2005, in Robertsville, MO and three sons blessed their union. He...

Mar 15, 2025

Janell Yvonne (McKee) Middaugh of St. Clair, MO was born October 15, 1955, in Washington, MO; the daughter of John McKee and his wife, Ruby (Hassler).  Janell passed away Saturday, March 15, 2025, at the age of 69 years.

Janell was preceded in death by her parents, John and Ruby McKee; one son, Timothy O'Dell; and her...

Mar 11, 2025

Seth Allen Johnson of St. Clair, MO was born February 12, 2000, in Washington, MO; the son of Dawn (Couch) Johnson and John Johnson.  Seth passed away Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at the age of 25 years.

Seth is survived by his parents, Dawn Johnson of St. Clair, and John Johnson of Gerald; one son, Collen; his...

Mar 11, 2025

Mary Louise (Schatzler) Nevills of St. Clair, MO passed away Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at the age of 75 years.  Mary was born September 12, 1949, in Washington, MO; the daughter of Delphine Lowe.

Mary enjoyed crossword puzzles, coloring, and being outdoors. She loved Jesus and going to church.  She was a big fan of the St....

Mar 11, 2025

Infant Parker Anthony Trankler went to be with the Lord March 11, 2025.

Parker was preceded in death by his great-grandfather, Ken Turner.

He is survived by his parents, Jacob and Patricia Trankler of Lake St. Louis; his siblings: Curtis Trankler and Blake Trankler, both of the home; grandparents, Gail Trankler of Oakville, Christopher Trankler...

Mar 10, 2025

Tonya Kay Corley of Villa Ridge, MO passed away Monday, March 10, 2025 at the age of 65 years.

Tonya worked as an Licensed Practical Nurse at St. Alexius Hospital in St. Louis for 15 years.  She was proud of her work as she was a very devoted, compassionate nurse.  She also previously worked at Cedar Crest...

Mar 9, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, Nellie Cook, who went to be with the Lord on March 9, 2025, at the age of 90. Nellie was a woman of unwavering faith, a devoted wife, and a loving mother and grandmother.

Born March 2, 1935, Nellie spent...

Mar 8, 2025

Carolyn Carrier, of Washington, MO passed away at her home on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at the age of 80 years.  She and her twin sister were born in Joliet, Illinois, on January 2, 1945, the daughters of Andrew and Winnie (Hooks) Carnegie.

She enjoyed engaging in a good conversation with her neighbors, being outdoors watching birds,...

Mar 1, 2025

Norma J. Davis, 81, of St. Clair, passed away at her home on Saturday, March 1, 2025. She was born in Princeton, Indiana, to Harry and Helen (Carroll) Davis, on July 17, 1943.

She was employed at Chrysler's manufacturing facility in Fenton, where she worked on the assembly line for over 30 years.

Norma had...

Feb 26, 2025

Ruth Marie (Gumpenberger) Stanley of Villa Ridge, MO was born June 30, 1947, in Washington, MO; the daughter of Vernon Gumpenberger and his wife, Goldie (Goode).  Ruth passed away Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at the age of 77 years.

Ruth received her education from Washington High School.  She was united in marriage to Kenny Stanley on August...

Feb 25, 2025

Agnes "Jeanie" (Gross) Buscher of Washington, MO passed away peacefully at home Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at the age of 73 years.  Jeanie was born February 14, 1952, in Boonville, MO; the daughter of Ray Gross and his wife, Clara (Eichols).

Jeanie received her education from the St. Francis Borgia Schools in Washington.  She was united in...

Feb 25, 2025

Shirley Freida (Karner) Burkett of Union, MO passed away peacefully Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at the age of 87 years.  Shirley was born in Chicago, IL.; the daughter of Joseph Karner and his wife, Anna (Ulreich).

Shirley was a spunky woman.  She had a great sense of humor and was often called a spitfire.  She enjoyed being...