obituaries

Aug 28, 2010

Guy Shafferkoetter, 74 of Union passed away Saturday, August 28, 2010 at his home.

Mr. Shafferkoetter, son of the late Guy Shafferkoetter, Sr. and wife Pearl nee Lalk was born October 2, 1935 in Gerald, Missouri.

He served his country in the United State Air force and received an honorable discharge.

Mr. Shafferkoetter...

Aug 21, 2010

Opal Mae Pursley nee Huff, 88 of St. Louis formerly of Robertsville passed away Saturday, August 21, 2010 in Fenton.

Mrs. Pursley, daughter of the late Russell Huff and wife Ellen nee Gullet was born December 18, 1921 in Richwoods, Missouri.

On August 6, 1938 she was united in marriage to Cleve Pursley in Union,...

Aug 13, 2010

Harriett Marie Scott nee Craft, 87 of Hermann formerly of Ballwin passed away Friday, August 13, 2010 in Hermann.

Mrs. Scott daughter of the late Leck and Sarah Craft was born January 22, 1923 in Bunker Hill, Michigan.

On December 5, 1951 she was united in marriage to Lilburn Scott in Union, Missouri.

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Jul 27, 2010

Charleen Euvalda Sullivan nee Chorice, 90 of St. Clair passed away Tuesday, July 27, 2010 in St. Clair.

Mrs. Sullivan, daughter of the late Charles Chorice and wife Gussie nee Cox was born May 31, 1920 in Reyno, Arkansas.

She was united in marriage to Wilbur Sullivan on February 13, 1937 in Qulin, Missouri.

Jul 15, 2010

Bernadette Riley nee Charpentier 88, of Union passed away Thursday, July 15, 2010 in Washington.

Mrs. Riley daughter of the late Andre Charpentier and wife Obeline nee Corriveau was born January 3, 1922 in Woonsocket, Rhode Island.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Andre and Obeline Charpentier; three brothers, John Charpentier, Lucien Charpentier...

Jul 12, 2010

William Quick, 85, of Sullivan formerly of Labadie passed away July 12, 2010 in Fenton.

Mr. Quick, son of the late William Quick and wife Eliza nee Harrison was born August 14, 1924 in Dixon, MO.

On May 26, 1950 he was united in marriage to Glenna Wilson in Valley Park, MO.

He...

Jul 12, 2010

Reverend Bernard C. Rinks, Jr. Servant of the Lord Born January 15, 1935 Home with the Lord July 12, 2010 Beloved husband of Doris "Dodie" (nee Edwards), father of Kaysi Rinks of St. Louis, Becky Missey (Austin) of Louisiana, John Rinks (Brittany) of St. Clair, and Stephen Rinks (Diana) of St. Clair, dear grandfather, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, great-uncle, cousin...

Jul 11, 2010

Nicholson, Shirley J. (Compton) passed away Sun. July 11, 2010 at her home, surrounded by family after a long battle with emphysema.

Shirley, daughter of the late Walter Amos Compton and wife Marple (Turnbough) was born May 28, 1936 in Potosi, Missouri.

Shirley was married to Leo G. Nicholson for 51 years. Her biggest traits...

Jul 1, 2010

Nancy LeClaire nee Nickelson, 68 of Pacific passed away Thursday, July 1, 2010 in Pacific.

Mrs. LeClaire, daughter of the late Burl Nickelson and wife Geneive nee Cain was born May 23, 1942 in Tiff, Missouri.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Paul LeClaire Sr.

Mrs. LeClaire is...

Jun 23, 2010

Thomas McKenzie, 68 of St. Clair passed away Wednesday, June 23, 2010 in St. Louis.

Mr. McKenzie was born December 5, 1941.

He was preceded in death by his wife Claranell McKenzie; his parents, Clarence and Dixie McKenzie and one sister, Nancy Essen.

Mr. McKenzie is survived by one daughter, Janet Harris of...

May 23, 2010

Henry "Hank" Elliott, 84 of Union passed away Sunday, May 23, 2010 at his home.

Mr. Elliott, son of the late Jack Elliott and wife Ollie nee Young was born October 3, 1925 in Pontotoc, Mississippi.

On April 6, 1951 he was united in marriage to Edna Jones in Paragold, Arkansas.

Mr. Elliott...

May 22, 2010

Jonathan Messex, 28, of Union, Passed away Saturday, May 22, 2010 at his home.

Jonathan, son of Kenneth Messex and Taffy Messex nee Mesey was born February 18, 1982 in Denton, Texas.

Jonathan received his education at Union High School. He loved to hunt, fish, play golf and listen to music.

Most of...

May 22, 2010

Scott Franklin, 39 of Union passed away Saturday, May 22, 2010 in Union.

He was born December 7, 1970 in St. Louis, Missouri.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Margaret Wangrow and step-father Harry Wangrow; one brother, Steve Franklin; grandparents, Louis and Mary Caputo and Marie Franklin.

Mr. Franklin is survived...

May 19, 2010

Betty Wolford nee Krauthaus, 62 of Union passed away Wednesday, May 19, 2010 in Union.

She will be loved and missed.

Mrs. Wolford daughter of the late Fredrick Krauthaus and wife Georgia nee Garrett was born June 28, 1947 in Noblesville, Indiana.

On July 21, 1987 she was united in marriage to Arlen...

May 19, 2010

James Hoff, 65 of Ballwin passed away Wednesday, May 19, 2010 at his home.

Mr. Hoff son of the late William Hoff and wife Julia nee Mitchell was born July 27, 1944 in Des Lodge, Missouri.

On August 10, 1963 he was united in marriage to Karon nee German in St. Clair.

He...

May 14, 2010

Infant William Joseph Keoni Stockton passed away Friday, May 14, 2010 at St. John's Mercy in Washington.

William was born May 14, 2010 in Washington, son of William and Lucinda Stockton.

He was preceded in death by his grandfather, William Wheeler. William is survived by his parents, William and Lucinda Stockton of Gerald; four sisters,...

May 11, 2010

Beverly Krattli nee Duffer, 57 of Villa Ridge passed away Tuesday, May 11, 2010 in Washington.

Mrs. Krattli, daughter of Howard Duffer and wife Barbara Evelyn nee Lunsford was born January 8, 1953 in Fredericktown, Missouri.

On May 25, 1974 she was united in marriage to David Krattli in Steelville. Beverly was employed at the...

Apr 22, 2010

Heaven has welcomed a new resident. Tegwin, age 42, Union, MO passed away at home on Thursday, April 22, 2010 and has gone to be with our Lord.

One of her strongest attributes was her uncompromising faith in the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ.

She was a strong believer willing to share her faith...

Apr 22, 2010

Tony Williams, 92 of St. Clair passed away Thursday, April 22, 2010 at his home.

Mr. Williams, son of the late David Williams and wife Lillian nee Moore was born July 23, 1917 in Cross Timbers, Missouri.

Tony was the past President of the UAW Local 325 for Ford Motor Company in Hazelwood.

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Apr 3, 2010

Frank Maes, 59 of St. Clair passed away Saturday, April 3, 2010 at his home.

Mr. Maes son of the late Aloysius Maes and wife Mary nee Coughlin was born May 26, 1950 in St. Louis, Missouri.

Mr. Maes began his career as a Union Roofer and dedicated fifteen years of service.

He...