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Doris Pearl (Eskridge) Hall, 91, of O'Fallon,
IL (formerly of Barnhart, MO) passed away Sept 2, 2008 in Maplewood, MO. She was
a retired bookkeeper for Blitz Real Estate in University City. She is preceded
in death by her husband, John David Hall. She is survived by a son, John "Jack"
(Connie) Hall of Foristell, MO and a daughter, Patricia (William) Middeke of
Eden Prairie, MN; 5 grandchildren; and 2 great grandchildren. Funeral service
was Fri, Sept 5, 2008 at Mahn Twin City Chapel, Festus. Burial was in
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Jaymes Dale "Jay" McGahan, age 20 of
Dittmer Mo. Passed away on Friday September 5, 2008 in Dittmer Mo as a result of
injuries received in a vehicle accident. Born February 21, 1988 in St. Louis
County Missouri. He was a 2006 graduate of Hillsboro High School, played on the
school Golf Team, was a Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do, attended college at St. Louis
University, University of Missouri St. Louis and was currently a student at
Washington University, Member of Mensa International and worked at Sears in
Fenton as a Receiving Manager. Survived by his parents- John Michael and Anna
McGahan of Kirkwood Mo and Julie Ann and Russ Hilton (nee Phillips) of Dittmer
Mo, sister – Elizabeth Bamrick of Kirkwood Mo, grandparents- Ann McGahan of
Florissant Mo. and J. Dale and Lucreta Phillips (nee Walling) of Walnut Ridge
Arkansas. Preceded in death by his grandfather- Paul McGahan. Visitation will be
held Tuesday September 9, 2008 from 3:00 until 7:30 PM at Robert D. Brown
Funeral Home 103 Fourth St. Hillsboro Mo. Funeral will follow the visitation at
7:30 PM. services conclude at the Funeral Home. Memorials to the Backstoppers or
the American Organ Transplant Association would be appreciated. Back to Top |
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Edna Mary Klobe,
88, of Festus passed away September 8, 2008, at Baisch Nursing Home in DeSoto.
Mrs. Klobe was a supply clerk with Jefferson Memorial Hospital and a member of
Sacred Heart Church in Crystal City. Born September 8, 1920, in Overland,
Missouri, she was the daughter of the late Benjamin and Mary (Duvall) Hagan.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Henry W. Klobe. She is survived by a
son, David (Brenda) Hlobe of Columbus, Georgia; three daughters; Mary Flecke of
Crystal City, Shirley Cole of Festus and Donna (Joseph) Arnold of Festus; 12
grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by a daughter, Margaret Smith; a sister, Ermalee
Vinyard; and three brothers: Thomas, orvall and Melvin Hagan. Funeral services
are scheduled for 10 a.m. today (September 11) at Mahn Twin City Chapel in
Festus. Burial is in the Sacred Heart Cemetery in Crystal City. Memorials
may be made to Sacred Heart Church or to the family. Arrangements are
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Stanford L. Pratt,
63, of Hillsboro passed away September 8, 2008 at Jefferson Memorial Hospital in
Crystal City. Mr. Pratt was a graphic artist for Starr Graphics in St.
Louis and a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps. Born August 8, 1945, in St.
Louis, he was the son of Lona (Lemmons) Pratt and the late Kelly S. Pratt. In
addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife, Catherine Pratt of
Hillsboro; a daughter, Joy L. Brockel of Torrington, Wyoming; two sons: Joel
Pratt of Irvine, California and Kenli G. Pratt of Atlanta, Georgia; and a
granddaughter, Skylar B. Pratt. Visitation is at 10a.m. and funeral services are
scheduled at 11:30a.m. on Friday, September 12, 2008 at Mahn Twin City Chapel,
Festus. Burial is in the Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, St. Louis.
Arrangements were under the direction of Mahn Twin City Chapel, Festus. Back to Top |
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Paul Curtis Reddick,
59, of Crystal City passed away on September 7, 2008 at his home. Mr.
Reddick was a member of Mississippi River Eagles and the Glassworkers Country
Club and was a member of the Sons of American Legion Post 253 in Festus.
Born August 24, 1949, in Perryville, he was the son of Velda and Marvin Reddick
of Crystal City. In addition to his parents, he is survived by two brothers:
Mark (Sally) Reddick of St. Charles and Mike (Debbie) Reddick of Festus. Funeral
services were to be held September 10 at Mahn Twin City Chapel in Festus.
Burial was in Sacred Heart Cemetery in Crystal City. Memorials may be made to
the family. Arrangements are under the direction of Mahn Twin City Chapel
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Mary Beth White (nee Lynch) age 57, passed
away on Wednesday September 17, 2008 at her residence in De Soto MO, born March
19, 1951 in Gibson Mo. Survived by daughters- Patricia L. (Thomas) Lucas of De
Soto MO and Eugenia ""Genie" Rene (Michael Selby) Cox of Festus MO, sons- Mark
E. (Wendy Kasper) Radle of Lake Mills WI and Ronald L (Ashley) Ames of Clyde TX,
also survived by special friend/nurse/caregiver- Michelle Day of Hillsboro
Missouri, as well as six grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Preceded in
death by parents- Joseph Franklin and Violet Christine Lynch (nee Teddelton),
brother- Billy Wayne Lynch and a son in law- Alan L. Brod. Visitation will be
held Friday September 19, 2008 from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PMat the Robert D. Brown
Funeral Home Inc.103 Fourth St. Hillsboro Missouri 63050. Funeral Friday
September 19, 2008 at 1:00 PM in the Robert D. Brown Funeral Home Chapel.
Interment will be in the Shepherd Hills Cemetery, Barnhart Missouri. Memorials
to the American Lung Association would be appreciated. Back to Top |
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John Wayne Crew, Jr.-
52, of DeSoto died September 8, 008 in Moberly. Mr. Crew was a forklift
driver and a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps. He enjoyed softball and
other sports. Born December 18, 1955, in St. Louis; he was the son of
Alice (Ferris) Frank of DeSoto. In addition to his mother, he is survived by a
daughter, Jessica Crew of Arnold; one son, John Crew of St. Louis; seven
brothers: Carl (Samantha) Frank of DeSoto, Marty Crew of St. Louis, Jerry Crew
of DeSoto, Don Crew of DeSoto, Wayne Crew of St. Louis, Paul (Donata) Crew of
DeSoto and Steven (Liz) Frank of St. Louis; five sisters: Patty (Bruce) Lipe of
St. Louis, Diane Crew of St. Louis, Donna (Craig) Legens of Cedar Hill, Darlene
Crew of Georgia and Paula (Bruce) Backof of DeSoto; his former wife, Kelly
(Collins) Crew of Fenton; his stepfather, Paul Frank of DeSoto; and three
grandchildren: Christopher, Nicholas, and Charlie; along with many nieces,
nephews and cousins. Funeral service were held September 11, at Mahn Funeral
Home in DeSoto, officiated by the Rev. Gene Moses. Burial was in Peaceful
Ridge Cemetery in DeSoto. Memorials may be made to the family.
Arrangements were under the direction of Mahn Funeral Home in DeSoto. Back to Top |
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HELEN M. JACKSON, 81, of DeSoto passed away
September 2, 2008 in Crystal City. Mrs. Jackson worked at the DeSoto Shoe
Factory for 20 years and also was a homemaker. She was a member of St.
Rose of Lima Catholic Church and enjoyed fishing and playing cards. Born
March 24, 1927 in Cruise, she was the daughter of the late Robert James and Mary
Mamie (Catlett) Recar. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert L.
Jackson. She is survived by two daughters: Marjorie (Garry) Head of Richwoods
and Gale (Stanley) Sansoucie of DeSoto; five grandchildren: Stacey, Robert,
Anna, Stanely Jr., and Jamie; and nine great-grandchildren: Caleb, Casey, Jayme,
Dylan, T.J., Kasey, Logan, Ariana and Dominique. She was preceded in death
by four sisters: Mary Chazelle, Sr. Mary Alda, Rachel Recar and Iola Daugherty;
and four brothers: Bernard Recar, Lawrence Recar, Michael Recar and Robert Recar.
Funeral services were held September 5, 2008 at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church
in DeSoto, officiated by the Rev. Alex Anderson. Burial was in the
Peaceful Ridge Cemetery in DeSoto. Arrangements were under the direction
of Mahn Funeral Home in DeSoto. Back to Top |
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Ethel Glore-Bone,
90, of Festus passed away September 19, 2008 in Festus. Mrs. Glore-Bone
was the owner of Eastside Tavern and Southend Tavern and enjoyed cooking.
Born August 14, 1918 in Bliss, she was the daughter of the late Francis Theodore
and Ollie Marie (Jones) Sansoucie. She was preceded in death by her first
husband, John Glore. She is survived by her husband, Elvin "EJ" Bone of Festus;
one sister, Beulah "Bonnie" (Ben) Schumsky of Lansing, Michigan; and a number of
nieces and nephews including Edward Martin of Festus. She was preceded in
death by five sisters: Alvanette Collette, Vergie Martin, Geraldine Sansoucie,
Edith Viverette and Estelle Sansoucie; and three brothers: Buster Sansoucie,
Elmer Sansoucie and Sidney Sansoucie. Funeral services were held September 20,
at Mahn Funeral Home in DeSoto, officiated by the Rev. Alex Anderson.
Burial was in Woodlawn Cemetery in DeSoto. Memorials may be made to the
Alzheimer's Association, 9374 Olive Blvd. Suite 101, St. Louis. MO. Back to Top |
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Genevieve L. (Criger) Terrell, 93, of Festus
passed away Sept 20, 2008 at Des Peres Hospital. Born Jan 3, 1915, in Atwood,
KS, to the late Albert Criger and Mary Elizaabeth (Raber) Criger-Ginther. She
was a retired seamstress from Angelica Uniform Co in Summersville, MO. She was
preceded in death by her husband, Harold William Terrell and a daughter,
Patricia Ann Terrell. She is survived by a daughter, Barbara Jean (Joe) Atkisson
of Festus; sister, Neva Lee Dingus of Nixa, MO; 3 grandchildren; and 6 great
grandchildren. Memorial Service was Sat, Sept 27, 2008 at Kingdom Hall of
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Billie Ann (Hyatt) Cook, 67, of Park Hills
and Cardwell, MO passed away Thurs, Sept 19, 2008 at Festus Manor Nursing
Center. Born May 27, 1941, in Marmaduke, AR to the late William Carl and Lorene
(Phipps) Hyatt. She was a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her husband,
Jerry Mike Cook, a brother, Jimmie D. Hyatt and a sister, June Denkins. She is
survived by a son, Billy M. (Tania) Cook of Park Hills, MO and a daughter,
Jerrie A. (Douglas) Manning of Festus, a brother, Donald Hyatt of Flint, MI; 7
grandchildren; and 5 great grandchildren. Funeral service was Sun, Sept 21, 2008
at Mahn Twin City Chapel, Festus. Burial was at New Friendship Cemetery,
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James Garl Turner Jr. age 76, of Hillsboro
Missouri, passed away on September 19, 2008, in Crystal City, Missouri. He was
born August 15, 1932, in St Louis Missouri. James was a retired union painter,
army veteran and was active in the performing arts theater at Webster University
during the 1960’s and 70’s. He is survived by, Daughter-Karen (Dan) Harris of
Hillsboro Missouri. Son-Kevin (Sherry) Turner of Hillsboro Missouri.
Daughter-Saundra Turner of Hillsboro Missouri. Daughter-Sue Turner of Hillsboro
Missouri. Son- Stephen Church of San Diego CA. Also Survived by, 6
–Grandchildren and 2 Great Grandchildren. Preceded in death by, Father-James
Garl Turner Sr. Mother-Gladys Turner (nee Knight). Services were private.
Memorials to- Webster University Arts and Theater Program would be appreciated.
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Rose Fern Smith, 97, of DeSoto passed away
October 15, 2008 in DeSoto. Mrs. Smith was a homemaker and a member of St.
Rose of Lima Catholic Church. Born September 23, 1911 in DeSoto, she was
the daughter of the late Matthew and Ruth (Turley) Nussbaumer. She was
preceded in death by her husband, Nay Paul Smith. She is survived by one sister,
Aloise Leible of DeSoto; and one nephew, John McDuffie of DeSoto. She was
preceded in death by one brother, Cecil Nussbaumer, and 10 sisters: Afton
Nussbaumer, Effie Young, Elizabeth Nussbaumer, Freda Sweet, Emma Nickting, Grace
Peroti, Neva Hamm, Rosie Nussbaumer, Alverta McDuffie and Myrtle Lada. Funeral
services were held October 18, at Mahn Funeral Home in DeSoto, officiated by
Deacon Ed Boyer. Burial was in Calvary Cemetery in DeSoto. Memorials
may be made to Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements were under the direction of
Mahn Funeral Home in DeSoto. Back to Top |
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Donald Robert Adams, 59, DeSoto, passed away
September 20, 2008 in hillsboro. mr. Adams was a self-employed carpenter
and a veteran of the U.S. Army. He enjoyed playing horseshoes, hunting and
fishing. Born December 7, 1949, in DeSoto, he was the son of the late
Charles "Bob" and Opal (Holmes) Adams. He is survived by his former wife, Karan
(Vance) Adams of DeSoto; one son, Donald R. (Sherry) Adams II of Festus; one
daughter Stefanee (Michael) Keth of Edwardsville, Illinois; two brothers: twin
Ronald (Carole) Adams of Festus and Harold (Amanda) Holmes II of DeSoto; one
sister: Rhonda (Russell) Boehringer Jr. of High Ridge; one stepson, Brandon
Herget of Hillsboro; and six grandchildren. Funeral services were to be ehld
September 24 at Mahn Funeral Home in DeSoto, officiated by the Rev. Gary Ingram.
Burial was in Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. Memorials may be made
to a charity of the donor's choice. Arrangements were under the direction
of Mahn Funeral Home in DeSoto. Back to Top |
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Mya Marie Bailey-Akins, infant, was born and passed away September 22, 2008. Mya was the daughter of Kenneth D. and Yvonne Bailey Akins, Jr. She is survived by five grandparents: Jeff Bailey of DeSoto, Pam Bailey of DeSoto, Ken Akins of Hillsboro, Darlene Akins of Hillsboro and Patsy Akins of Imperial; and five great-grandparents: Jack Mitchell of DeSoto, Dale Merseal of DeSoto, Kate Merseal of DeSoto, Lynn Worley of Arnold and Ruth Worley of Arnold. Graveside services were held September 25 at Peaceful Ridge Cemetery in DeSoto, officiated by the Rev. Jim Owens. |
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Timothy 'Sarge' Sargent, Sr., 60, of DeSoto passed away September 23, 2008 in DeSoto. Mr. Sargent was a self-employed pipe fitter and a member of Second Baptist Church of Festus. A veteran of the U, S, Marine Corps, he was a member of the American Legion, VFW and the Mississippi River Eagles. He enjoyed fishing and hunting. Born November 9, 1947, in Shook, he was the son of the late William Sargent and Geneva (Tummins) Payton. He is survived by his wife, Patricia (Whitehead) Sargent of DeSoto; three sons: Timothy (Kathy) Sargent Jr. of DeSoto, Jason (Teresa) Schumer of Festus and James (Melissa) Sargent of Michigan; two brothers: William Sargent and Robert Sargent, both of Greenville; two sisters: Betty White of Ste. Genevieve and Beverly Moss of Festus; and five grandchildren: Emily Sargent, Luke Sargent, Jasmine Schumer, Carmeron Gilmer and Mariah Gilmer. He was preceded in death by two sisters: Roberta Elledge and Clara Laws. Funeral services were held September 27 at Mahn Funeral Home in DeSoto, officiated by the Rev. Jeremy Muniz. Burial was in the Peaceful Ridge Cemetery in DeSoto. Memorials may be made to Disabled American Veterans. Arrangements were under the direction of Mahn Funeral Home in DeSoto. |
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Sheri L. Stevens, 28, Poplar Bluff passed away September 28, 2008 in Crystal City. Mrs. Stevens was a bookkeeper with Jackson Hewitt. Born November 4, 1979 in St. Louis, she was the daughter of Steve Hendrix of DeSoto and Sandy (Cofer) Hendrix of Festus. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her husband, Shawn Stevens of Poplar Bluff; a son, Alexander Stevens of Scott City; three sisters: Julie (Matthew) Propst of DeSoto, Jennifer (Jason) Allen of Poplar Bluff and Amy (Rodney) O'Neial of Park Hills; grandparents Robert and Mildred Cofer of Wheeling, Missouri, Arthur and Melba Stevens of Bismarck and Douglas and Mary Sitzes of Sikeston; her parents-in-law, Arthur and Patricia Stevens of Benton; and a brother-in-law, Jason (Christy) Stevens of Benton. Funeral services are scheduled for 11 a.m. October 2 at Mahn Funeral Home in DeSoto, officiated by the Rev. Bruce Valle. Burial is in the Peaceful Ridge Cemetery in DeSoto. Memorials may be made to Shriner's Hospital. Arrangements are under the direction of Mahn Funeral Home in DeSoto. |
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Bonita F. Reynolds, 79, of DeSoto passed away September 29, 2008 in DeSoto. Mrs. Reynolds was a self-employed beautician. She was a member of First Baptist Church of DeSoto and enjoyed quilting. Born June 28, 1929 in DeSoto, she was the daughter of the late Buford T. and Alice R. (Larkin) Henderson. She is survived by her husband, Floyd "Toby" Reynolds of DeSoto; one son, Floyd "Duke" (Beverly) Reynolds of DeSoto; two daughters: Diane Stoker of DeSoto and Christina (Mark) Fout of Hillsboro; two brothers: Phillip Henderson of Florida and B.T. (Francine) Henderson of DeSoto; two sisters: Myrtle Mahn of DeSoto and Sally Jett of Tennessee; six grandchildren: Toby (Nikki), Bill (Kelly), Adam (Amy), Jamie (Dan), Norm (Shawna) and Kellie; and 11 great-grandchildren; Austin, Tyson, Noah, Zachary, Tara, Alexia, Colby, Ethan, Haydn, Alex and Paige. She was preceded in death by one daughter, Connie Reynolds; and two brothers: Ted Henderson and Melvin Henderson. Funeral services were held October 3 at Mahn Funeral Home in DeSoto, officiated by the Rev. Greg McCord. Burial was in Woodlawn Cemetery in DeSoto. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. Arrangements were under the direction of Mahn Funeral Home, DeSoto Chapel. |
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Kenneth Wayne Ritz, 46 of De Soto, Missouri. Date of Birth: September 15, 1961Tulsa, OK. Parents: Jerry and Jimmie (nee Baker) Ritz. Surviving: No. Date of Death: September 5, 2008. Occupation: Laborer for Asphalt Co.Date and Place of Marriage: September 17, 1993 in De Soto, MO. Married to: Patricia Marie "Trish" (nee Hausmann) Ritz, De Soto, MO. Names and address of children: One Daughter: Cassy Ritz, De Soto, MO. One Son: Cory Chandler, De Soto, MO.Brothers & Sisters: One Brother: Richard Ritz, Tulsa, OK. One Sister: Gretta Allison, Coffeyville, KS. (preceded in death by two brothers, Carl and John Ritz; two sisters, Jamie Ritz and Geri Pollard) Grandchildren: Landon Chandler. Memorial Service Date and Time: Saturday, September 13, 2008 @ 1:00 PM. Place of Service: Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home, De Soto, MO. Officiating: Dennis Murphy. Visitation: Saturday, September 13, 2008 12- 1 PM @ Dietrich-Mothershead Chapel. Funeral Arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home, DeSoto, MO 63020. |
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Jean Chandler, 76 of De Soto, Missouri. Date of Birth: July 18, 1932 St. Louis, MO. Parents: Hobart and Alpha (nee Bunch) Blake. Surviving: No. Date of Death: September 8, 2008. Occupation: Machine Operator for American Can. Co. Date and Place of Marriage: July 9, 1949 in Davisville, MO. Married to: Gordon Chandler, De Soto, MO. Names and address of children: One Daughter: Deborah "Debbie" (Jack) Thompson, Oakville, MO. Brothers & Sisters: One Half Brother, Rich Blake, St. Louis, MO.(preceded in death by one sister, Melba Lakebrink; one brother, Paul Blake; one half brother, Lloyd Blake) Grandchildren: Jennifer and Mark Thompson. Great Grandchildren: Logan Thompson. Funeral Service Date and Time: Friday, September 12, 2008 11:00 AM. Place of Service: Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiating: Greg McCord. Place of Burial: Woodlawn Cemetery, De Soto, MO. Visitation: Thursday, September 11, 2008 4 PM – 8 PM. In lieu of flowers memorials to the American Cancer Society. Funeral Arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home, DeSoto, MO 63020. |
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Lendell Eugene "Gene" Harmon, 55 of Irondale, MO. Date of Birth: October 15, 1952 St. Louis, MO. Parents: Father: Lindell D. (Barbara) Harmon, Irondale, MO. Mother: Christine (nee Niswonger) Burton, Corning, Arkansas. Surviving: Yes. Date of Death: September 14, 2008 St. Anthony’s Medical Center, St. Louis, MO. Occupation: Retired on June 26, 2008 as Branch 2 Parts Manager for Shipping Utilities Inc. Date and Place of Marriage: December 4, 1982 in De Soto, MO. Married to: Joni Lynn (nee Kercher) Harmon, Irondale, MO. Names and address of children: One Daughter: Shawna Davis, Searcy, AR. One Son: Travis Harmon, Bonne Terre, MO.(preceded in death by one son, Chad Blubaugh) Brothers & Sisters: Two Brothers: Paul (Leigh Lynn) Harmon, Bradford, AR. Randy Harmon, Irondale, MO. Seven Sisters: Linda Johnson, West Memphis, AR; Dianna Harmon, Bullard, TX; Tammy (Kerry) Smith, Searcy, AR; Darlene (Gary) Kernan, Desloge, MO; Lisa (Rodney Schroth) Harmon, Castle Rock, Colorado, Rhonda Thomas, Desloge, MO, and Barbie (Rick) Nicholson, Park Hills, MO. (preceded in death by two brothers, Wendell and Kevin Harmon) Grandchildren: Brooke, Hunter, Bridgette, Donald, and Brittany Davis, all of Searcy, AR. 28 nieces and nephews (preceded in death by two, Zachary Wingard and B.G. Harmon) Military Info: U.S. Air Force. Funeral Service Date and Time: Friday, September 19, 2008 @ 10 AM. Place of Service: Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home, De Soto, MO. Officiating: Ken Minor. Place of Burial: Mission Ridge Cemetery, Potosi, MO. Visitation: Wednesday 4-8 PM and Thursday 4-8 PM . Funeral Arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home, DeSoto, MO 63020. |
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Ronald P. Pirkey, 57 of Festus, MO. Date of Birth: May 9, 1951 St. Louis, MO. Parents: Harry Oscar & Juanita (nee Stewart) Pirkey. Surviving: No. Date of Death: September 19, 2008 Jefferson Memorial Hospital, Crystal City, MO. Occupation: Chef. Never Married. Brothers & Sisters: 2 Sisters: Constance "Connie" (the late Harlan) Spicer – De Soto, MO. Linda (Don) Nelson – De Soto, MO. Preceded in death by one half-sister: Diane Miller. Survived by many nieces and nephews. Special Friend: Donald Ludwig – Festus, MO. Funeral Service Date and Time: Memorial Service Sunday, Oct. 12, 2008 @ 2 PM. Place of Service: Valle Lake Community Center, Valle Lake Hwy V, De Soto, MO. Officiating: Rev. Jan Reimers. Memorial Donations may be made ALS Association, Development Department, 27001 Agoura Rd., Suite 250, Calabasas Hills CA 91301. Funeral Arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home, DeSoto, MO 63020. |
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Elvira Pillen, 98 of Festus, MO. Date of Birth: October 25, 1909 St. Louis, MO. Parents: the late George and Cora (nee Mitchell) Williams. Surviving: No. Date of Death: September 24, 2008 Jefferson Memorial Hospital, Crystal City, MO.Married to: the late Clyde Pillen. Names and address of children: One Step Son: Wayne (Joan) Pillen, Farmington, MO. Brothers & Sisters: Preceded in death by four sisters, Hallie Bowler, Louretta Lux, Lorene Roth, and Ruth Dressel; and five brothers, Lester, Elmer, Raymond, Charles, and William Williams. Grandchildren: Brent (Donna) Pillen and Gina (Craig) Bruemmer. Great-Grandchildren: 7. Great-Great Grandchildren: 1. Member of Church: Calvary Presbyterian Church, St. Louis, MO. Funeral Service Date and Time: Friday, September 26, 2008 @ 1 PM. Place of Service: Calvary Presbyterian Church, St. Louis, MO. Officiating: Rev. Dr. Richard Miller. Place of Burial: Grubville Baptist Church Cemetery, Grubville, MO. Visitation: Friday, September 26, 2008 from 11 AM – 1 PM @ Calvary Presbyterian Church, St. Louis, MO. Funeral Arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home, DeSoto, MO 63020. |
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Mildred Forbush, 81 of De Soto, Missouri. Date of Birth: September 24, 1927 Grand Rapids, Michigan. Parents: Claude and Kate (nee DeKorne) Van Portfliet. Surviving: No. Date of Death: September 30, 2008. Occupation: Bookkeeper for Boatmen’s Bank. Married to: the late Vern C. Forbush and Roger Van Portfliet. Names and address of children: Tom (Dee) Forbush, De Soto, MO. Nancy (Alan) Slocum, De Soto, MO. Dennis (Peggy) Forbush, Imperial, MO. Ed (Joan) Forbush, Vacaville, CA. Brothers & Sisters: One brother: Tom (Marilyn) Van Portfliet, Grand Rapids, Michigan. Grandchildren: Brian & Jeff Forbush; Amber Fox, Misty Slocum, Kiff & Brad Forbush; Katie Penberthy. Great-Grandchildren: Cole Fox, Alexis & Shyanne Slocum. Funeral Service Date and Time: Thursday, October 2, 2008 @ 1 PM. Place of Service: Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiating: Rev. Dr. Michael Meraz. Place of Entombment: Woodlawn Mausoleum, De Soto, MO. Visitation: Thursday, October 2, 2008 10 AM – 1 PM @ Dietrich Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to VITAS INNOVATIVE HOSPICE CARE. Funeral Arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home, DeSoto, MO 63020. |
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Virginia Hemme, 83 of St. Louis, Missouri (formerly of Festus, MO). Date of Birth: April 8, 1925 St. Louis, Missouri. Parents: John M. and Anna M. (nee Kurz) Schlereth. Surviving: No. Date of Death: September 30, 2008 DeGreef Hospice House, St. Louis, MO. Occupation: Telephone Operator for Southwestern Bell Telephone. Married to: the late Wilbur Hemme. Names and address of children: Survived by several Nieces and Nephews. Brothers & Sisters: (preceded in death by one brother Robert Schlereth). Funeral Service Date and Time: Saturday, October 4, 2008 @ 1:00 PM. Place of Service: Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Place of Burial: Hillsboro, Missouri. Visitation: Saturday, October 4, 2008 11 AM – 1 PM. Funeral Arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home, DeSoto, MO 63020. |
