obituaries

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Aug 2, 2025

Gene Surcey of Union, MO was born August 3, 1944, in Benson, NC; the son of Everette Surcey and Clara (Dunn) Adams.  Gene passed away Saturday, August 2, 2025, at the age of 80 years.

Gene worked in several different jobs over the years but always felt the most rewarding of his life was as a school...

Jul 28, 2025

Anna Louise Shelton of Lees Summit, MO passed away July 28, 2025, at the age of 94 years.  She was born on July 14, 1931, in Taneycomo, MO; the daughter of Robert Shelton and Mabel (Hammontree) Shelton.

Anna received her education from Sparta High School in Sparta, MO.  She worked as a real estate broker...

Jul 25, 2025

Don Blair of Union, MO was born November 22, 1950, in Springfield, Ohio; the son of Kenneth Blair and his wife Mary (Jackson). He passed away July 25, 2025 in Union, MO at the age of 74 years. He was united in marriage to Debbie Pracchia in St. Clair, MO on May 4, 1975

He was preceded...

Jul 23, 2025

Maurice L. "Moe" Reynolds, 88, of St. Clair, passed away Wednesday, July 23, 2025. He was born in Oneonta, New York, son of Maurice Reynolds, Sr. and Grace Flooette.

Moe served in the United States Army during the Korean War. After his service in the Army, he worked as a bartender at the Riviera Hotel in Las...

Jul 20, 2025

Daniel James Adams Jr., lovingly known as "Jay," passed away on July 20, 2025, at the age of 42. Born on February 17, 1983, in Creve Coeur, Missouri, Jay was the beloved son of the late Rose Adams and Daniel Adams Sr.

Jay was a mechanic from the time he was old enough to take things apart....

Jul 17, 2025

Sally Lemons, 84, of St. Clair, passed away on Thursday, July 17, 2025. Daughter of James and Frances (Zaretsky) Stone, she was born in St. Louis on June 9, 1941.

She was a longtime member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church. Before her retirement she was employed as the Executive Head of Technology for the St. Louis Cardinal's...

Jul 17, 2025

Delores Faye (Null) Turner of St. Clair, MO peacefully passed away Thursday, July 17, 2025, at the age of 95 years.  She was born June 15, 1930, in St. Louis, MO; the daughter of John Null and Velma (Heads) Ferguson.

Delores was united in marriage to Tim Turner on September 23, 1946, in IL., and the couple...

Jul 17, 2025

Charles D. Lewis, 71, of Villa Ridge, passed away on Thursday, July 17, 2025.  The son of Charles and Laverne (Luedde) Lewis, he was born in St. Louis, on July 1, 1954. He was united in marriage to Delia "Suzette" Bane, on February 23, 1985, in Pacific.

Charles was an avid fisherman, always ready to hook a...