February 2011 Obituaries

William Charles “Bill” Meinhardt, age 86 of Festus, Missouri passed away Tuesday, February 1, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center, Crystal City, Missouri.  He was born September 30, 1924 in St. Louis, Missouri the son of the late Rose (nee Parr) and William F. Meinhardt.  In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy (nee Sykes) Meinhardt and two sisters, Alice Meinhardt and Sr. Vera Meinhardt. He is survived by a son, John (Tana) Meinhardt of Festus, Missouri, two daughters, Patricia “Pat” (Mike) Walker of Sabattus, Maine, Linda (Raul) Rodriguez of Hillsboro, Texas, a brother Donald (Jimmie) Meinhardt of Affton, Missouri and a sister Jane (Paul) Lindman of Old Monroe, Missouri, 6 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. He served in World War II in the Merchant Marines, was a member of Sacred Heart Church in Crystal City and American Legion Post #253.  He was an automobile salesman in California prior to his retirement. Interment National Cemetery, Jefferson Barracks, Missouri.  Memorials preferred to the American Heart Association or St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

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Lindell W. Fischer, age 66, of De Soto, MO, passed away February 2, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Crystal City, MO. He was a Self-Employed Excavator and Truck Driver. Born January 5, 1945 in De Soto, Missouri. He was the son of the late John Fischer and survived by his mother Rebecca (nee Gowan) Fischer, De Soto, MO. He is also survived by his Brothers & Sisters: John L. (Pat) Fischer, De Soto, MO David Fischer, De Soto, MO, Ruth Fischer, De Soto, MO, Mary Fischer, Maplewood, MO. Organizations: Served in the Missouri National Guard; he enjoyed science and space articles, blue grass music. Trucks, tractors, and mechanics. Memorial Service: Saturday, February 12, 2011 @ 2:00 PM. Place of Inurnment: Ebenezer Hope UCC Cemetery, De Soto, MO. Visitation: Saturday, February 12, 2011 from 1 PM – 2 PM. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

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Terry G. Griggs, Sr., age 45, of Hillsboro, MO, passed away February 2, 2011 at St. Clare Hospital in Fenton, MO. He was a Bricklayer. Born May 28, 1965 in Kirkwood, MO, he was the son of the late Oral & Zelda (MeBrritt) Griggs. He is survived by his Wife Julie Griggs; Children: Terry Glen Griggs, Jr. and Summer Christine Lee Griggs; Brothers & Sisters: Don (Fridolin) Griggs, St. James, MO, Kathy (Ed) Jolliff, St. James, MO, Marcia Kuepfert, Eureka, MO, Marilynn (Don) Barton, House Springs, MO, Dennis (Lola) Griggs, Hillsboro, MO, Maria (Stuart) Buck, Imperial, MO, Michelle Griggs, Imperial, MO, James Griggs, Sr., Robertsville, MO (preceded in death by one brother, Larry Griggs); Nieces and Nephews: Casi Griggs, Lori Leeker, Chance Jolliff, Greg Kuepfert, Kasey Kuepfert, Adrean Jackson, Rachel Owens, Stuart Buck, Christy Buck, Danielle Rector, James Griggs, Jr., Kevin Griggs, Kimberly Griggs, and Kelsey Griggs; 10 Great Nieces and Nephews. Memorial Service: Friday, February 11, 2011 @ 1:00. Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Memorial Gathering:  Friday, February 11, 2011 from 11 AM – 1 PM. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

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Zelena Spiker, age 85, of De Soto, Missouri, passed away February 2, 2011 at The Villa’s in De Soto, MO. She was a Homemaker. Born August 12, 1925 in Cruise, Missouri, he was the she was the daughter of Andrew Jackson and Maggie Margaret (nee Robart) Bourbon. She was also preceded in death by her husband, the late Kenneth Earl Spiker. She is survived by her Children: Delena (Mike) Crockett, De Soto, MO (preceded in death by one son, Kenneth Wayne Spiker); Brothers & Sisters: Jessie Lee (Opal) Bourbon, De Soto, MO, Louise Esther Wilson, De Soto, MO, Lorene Cecelia “Frenchie” Schneider, Crystal City, MO(preceded in death by siblings, Dorothy Mae Sampson, Robert Thomas Bourbon, Bert H. Bourbon and step-sister, Vernesse Maloney); Grandchildren: Eric (Kim) Smith and Jamie (Heather) Smith; Great-Grandchildren: Erika Gordon, Kayla Smith, Derrian Smith; Great-Great Grandchildren:  Murphy Gordon, Jr. and Lacie GordonMember of Church: Grace Lutheran Church, De Soto, MOFuneral Service: Saturday, February 5, 2011 @ 10:00 AM @ Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiating:  Pastor Steven FloPlace of Burial:  Woodlawn Cemetery, De Soto, MOVisitation: Friday, February 4, 2011 4 PM – 8 PM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Memorial Donations may be given to the Grace Lutheran Church, 121 West Kelley, De Soto, MO 63020. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.
 

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Andrew J. “A.J.” Evans, age 45, of Festus, MO, passed away February 4, 2011 at the Federal Medical Center in Butner, NC. He was in Construction May 10, 1965 St. Charles, MO, he was the son of the late Roscoe and survived by his mother Murna (nee Jaco) Evans of Festus. He is also survived by Brothers & Sisters: Mary Ann (Charles “Rocky”) Pirrello – Ballwin, MO and Tommy Evans – Manchester, MO; 2 Nieces and 3 Nephews. Funeral Service: Thursday Feb. 10, 2011 @ 7 PM Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home, De Soto, MO. Place of Burial: Graveside Service Friday Feb. 11, 2011 @ 11 AM  Rose Lawn Memorial Gardens, Festus, MO. Visitation: Thursday, Feb. 10, 2011 from 4-7 PM. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

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John H. Deaton, age 58, of De Soto, MO, passed away February 6, 2011 at his residence in De Soto, MO. He was a Truck Driver for Trash Company. Born September 12, 1952 in St. Louis, MO, he was the son of the late  Harold Lawson and Sarah (Whithouse) Deaton. He is survived by his wife, Bernice (Lamb) Deaton, De Soto, MO; Children: Jennifer Deaton and Mike Deaton; Brothers & Sisters: Sandra Martin, De Soto, MO and Tammy Deaton, Festus, MO (preceded in death by one brother, Mark Deaton). Graveside Service:  Saturday, February 12, 2011 @ 10:00 AM. Place of Burial:  Elmwood Brown Cemetery, Luebbering, MO. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

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Linda S. Boyer,  63, of DeSoto passed away February 7, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Crystal City.  Mrs. Boyer was an administrator at the Tri City Senior Center.  Born June 18, 1947 in Frumet; she was the daughter of the late David F. and Sadie Mae (Sansoucie) Ketchum.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry L. Boyer. She is survived by one son, Jerry L. "Jeepers" (Tina) Boyer II of DeSoto; one daughter, Kimberly (Chris) Watkins of DeSoto and three grandchildren, Shelby Watkins, Whitney Boyer and Nicholas Boyer.  She was preceded in death by two siblings, David Ketchum and Juanita DeClue and two long-time friends, Delma "Whip" Johnson and Elaine Rust. Funeral services were held February 11 at Mahn Funeral Home, officiated by the Rev. Gene Moses.  Burial was in the Thebeau Cemetery in Fletcher.  Memorials may be made to the National Kidney Foundation, 10803 Olive Blvd. Suite 200, St. Louis, MO  63141.  Arrangemens were under the direction of Mahn Funeral Home, DeSoto Chapel.

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William H. Davis, age 84, of De Soto, Missouri, passed away February 7, 2011 at Parkland Hospital in Farmington, MO. He was former Owner of Westland Pharmacy; Hillsboro Drug; Cedar Hill Drug; and Otto Drug Store. Born May 22, 1926 in Steele, Missouri, he was the son of the late William Luther and Flossie Rae (Cagle) Davis . He was also preceded in death by his wife Bettye Jo (Wallace) Davis. He is survived by his children: Barbara (George) Juenger, Hillsboro, MO, Randy (Kathy) Davis, Sr., Farmington, MO; Brothers & Sisters: Stanley Davis, Niles, MI, Lloyd Davis, De Soto, MO, Maggie Fain, Ocean Springs, MS (preceded in death by siblings, Junius Davis, Billy Davis, and Naomi Dodson). Grandchildren: Erin Juenger, Hillsboro, MO; Amy (Greg) Hansen, Lees Summit, MO; Angel (Chuck) Mayberry, Hillsboro, MO; and Randy Davis, Jr., Lexington, KY; Great-Grandchildren: Ashley, Lauren, Elizabeth, Joel, and Joshua Juenger, Kylie and Addison Hansen, Tara &  Ryan Mayberry. Organizations: U.S. Navy, WWII; 1960-1974 Jefferson County Magistrate Clerk; Jefferson County Soils & Conservation Board; Missouri Farm Bureau. Member of Church: First United Methodist Church, De Soto, MO. Funeral Service: Saturday, February 12, 2011 @ 10:00 AM @ Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Place of Burial: Woodlawn Cemetery, De Soto, MO. Officiating:  Pastor Terry Crank. Visitation: Friday, February 11, 2011 5-8 PM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Memorial donations may be made to the First United Methodist Church. 200 Boyd St., De Soto, MO 63020. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

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Richard John Hook, age 84 of Festus, Missouri passed away Monday, February 7, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center, Crystal City, Missouri.  He was born August 24, 1926 in Kimmswick, Missouri the son of the late Ivy A. (nee Herrell) and William J. Hook.  In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by two brothers, Carl William (Doris survives) Hook and Glenn M. Hook. He is survived by a brother, Myrl Hook and his wife Pat of Festus, Missouri, a niece Kathy Bungenstock and her husband Mark of Festus, a great-nephew Matthew Bungenstock and several other nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. He was a member of Rock Presbyterian Church, Imperial, Missouri and retired from the Maintenance Department at St. Louis Shipyards. Visitation from 12:00 Noon to time of service at 2:00 P.M., Thursday, February 10, 2011 at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus with Rev. William Charlton, Pastor of First Presbyterian Church, Festus, Missouri officiating.  Interment Parklawn Cemetery, Lemay, Missouri.  Memorials preferred to First Presbyterian Church or Donor’s Choice.

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James L. “Jim” Hurley, 56 of DeSoto passed away February 7, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Crystal City.  Mr. Hurley was a carman inspector for Union Pacific Railroad.  Born July 24, 1954 in St. Louis; he was the son of Daisy (Miner) Patton of DeSoto and the late James Hurley. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife of 30 years, Carol (Wilson) Hurley of DeSoto; one son, James W. Hurley of DeSoto; two daughters, Tonya (Kevin M) Reed of DeSoto and Angela Hurley-Gannon of DeSoto; two brothers, Edward Patton of Texas and Don Patton of DeSoto; two sisters, Jeanne Linder of Festus and Laraine Welshon of DeSoto; and four grandchildren, Nathan, Macy, Kelly and Kaitlyn. Funeral services were held February 11, at Mahn Funeral Home, officiated by the Rev. Gene Moses.  Burial was private.  Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 4207 Lindell Blvd., Suite 2, St. Louis, 63108.  Arrangements were under the directiion of Mahn Funeral Home, DeSoto Chapel.

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Alexander Harvey Garner-Springsteen, 17, of Hillsboro entered into rest February 8, 2011 at St. John’s Mercy Medical Center in St. Louis County.  Alexander was a student at Hillsboro High School.  Born April 8, 1993 in Portsmouth, VA, he was the son of Janie (Harvey) and Paul Garner of Hillsboro and Douglas Springsteen of Scottsdale, Alaska. In addition to his parents, he is survived by one brother, Ian Nicola Garner of Hillsboro; Five grandparents: Yolanda Felicione Harvey, John and Susan Garner, Sharon Engle Beppler and Joseph Hiles: three great-grandparents: Paul and Jo Garner and Maxine Engle Lewis; 10 aunts and uncles: Rick and Carol Boyd, Dennis and Patricia Toboada, Richard Franklin Harvey, Chuck and Kristine Polasky, Cole and Mindy Cochran, Chad and Jessica Cochran,  Gary and Libby Brundick, Alison Garner and Benito Yates, Ian Million and Brandi Foster.  He was preceded in death by a grandfather, Frank Harvey; and two great-grandparents: Samuel and Ruth Sparks. Funeral services were to be held February 23 at Mahn Twin City Chapel, officiated by Patrick Kemper.  Burial was in the Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery.  Arrangements were under the direction of Mahn Twin City Chapel in Festus.

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David Brauch, Sr., age 57, of  California, MO, passed away February 9, 2011 at St. Mary’s Health Center in Jefferson City, MO. He was a Cable television installer. Born August 4, 1953 in Bonne Terre, MO, he was the son of the late Robert Clifton “Clif” and survived by his Mother Ada I. (Pierce) Brauch of Dittmer, MO. He is also survived by his Wife: Cherry (Sansota) Brauch of California, MO; Sons: David Brauch, Jr. – Dittmer, MO and Robert Harrison – Council Bluffs, Iowa; Daughters: Ada Nicole Hughes – Sullivan, MO, Frankie Canady – Washington State, Crimson Dawn Canady – Wichita, KS, Step-daughter: Vicki Villgas – Riverside, CA; Brothers & Sisters: Judy Brauch-Long – Dittmer, MO, Kathryn Brauch-Pratt – Festus, MO, Daniel Brauch – Jamestown, MO (preceded in death by sisters, Mary Lois Brauch & Elizabeth “Beth” Tindell); Grandchildren: 7. He served in the United States Army. Funeral Service: Saturday, Feb. 12, 2011 @ 2 PM Pilgrim’s Rest Baptist Church. Visitation: Saturday Feb. 12, 2011, 12 PM – 2 PM. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

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Carla Joan Adams, age 74 of Festus, Missouri passed away Thursday, February 10, 2011 at St. Anthony’s Medical Center, St. Louis, Missouri.  She was born June 28, 1936 in Festus the daughter of the late Ruth (nee Palmer) and Bealer Cockerham.  In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband David Lee Adams, a daughter Tammy Lea Adams and a brother Jack Cockerham. She is survived by two sons, Kim Paul Adams and his wife Janet of Barnhart, Missouri, Shane Brian Adams of Festus, 2 grandchildren Jason Adams and Laura Raineri and her husband Phillip. She was a member of Sacred Heart Church in Crystal City, Missouri. Graveside services to be held at Sacred Heart Cemetery at a later date officiated by Deacon Jerry Stoverink of Festus, Missouri. 

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Charles L. "Dal" Caldwell, 80, of Hillsboro (formerly of Mapaville) passed away on Thursday, February 10, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center. He was a former assembly worker for General Motors, a United States Army veteran who served in the Korean War. He was also a member of UAW Local #25 and Sandy Baptist Church and loved fishing. Born July 31, 1930, in Black Oak, Arkansas to the late Charles A. and Edna (Carlile) Caldwell. He is survived by his son: Charles "Mike" Caldwell of Ft Wayne IN, Deniece (Mark) Boehm of Barnhart, MO, brothers: James Caldwell of Lake City, AR, Rex Caldwell of Jonesboro, AR and Bobby (Ida Sue) Caldwell of Lake City, AR, sister: Phyllis (Dub) Newell of Jonesboro, AR and grandchildren: Matthew Boehm and Cody Boehm. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife: Lucy (Strawbridge) Boehm who passed away in 1997. Funeral service with full military honors will be held on Monday, February 14, 2011 at Sandy Baptist Church in Hillsboro. Visitation Sunday from 5-8pm at Mahn Twin City Chapel in Festus. Interment Sandy Baptist Cemetery. Memorials preferred to Sandy Baptist Church, 9331 Sandy Church Road, Hillsboro, MO or Operation Troop Appreciation, Helping Our Deployed Troops, PO Box 14550, Pittsburgh, PA 15234

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Norman Hahn, age 90, of De Soto, passed away Feb. 10, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Crystal City, MO. He was a Cook at Jefferson Barracks Hospital. Born October 27, 1920 in St. Louis, MO, he was the son of the late Charles & Lena (Viernann) Hahn. He was also preceded in death by his first two wives: Helen Hahn and Lulu Hahn. He is survived by his wife Nellie (Lands) Delashmit Hahn; Daughter: Wanda (Larry) Stanton – Springfield, MO; Daughter-in-law: Laura Capehart (preceded in death by one son: Paul Hahn); 4 Step Children: Bruce, Paul & Clyde Delashmit of Hillsboro, MO; and Cindy (Robert) Davis of Crystal City, MO; (Preceded in death by siblings: Mildred Queenan; Carl & Adolph Hahn; Edna Leffer; Herbert & Florence Hahn.); Grandchildren:  Brent, Charles, & Jason Hahn; Alan & Scott Stanton; Great Grandchildren: 11. Military Info: U.S. Army. Funeral Service Date and Time: Monday, February 14, 2011 @ 11 AM. Place of Service: Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiating: Greg McCord. Place of Burial: Woodlawn Cemetery. Visitation: Sunday, February 13, 2011 from 3-7 PM. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.                            

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Lawrence  Frederick “Larry” Huber, age 66 of Crystal City, Missouri passed away Thursday, February 10, 2011 at his residence.  He was born October 4, 1944 in Festus, Missouri the son of the late Lorine (nee Gibbs) and Frederick Benedict Huber.  In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his wife Margaret (nee Seyfarth) Huber and a brother Charles (the late Kathleen) Huber. He is survived by a daughter Rebecca Parson and her husband Paul of Arnold, Missouri, two sisters JoAnn O’Shea and husband Steve of St. Louis, Missouri, Carole Seyfarth and husband Bill of French Village, Missouri and grandchildren Gavin, Carter and Margaret “Meg” Parson. He was a member of Sacred Heart Church, Crystal City, a retired Superintendent with the Crystal City Water Department, a United States Army Veteran, member of VFW Post #3777 and American Legion Post #253. Visitation at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus from 3:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Sunday, February 13, 2011.  Funeral Mass 10:00 A.M., Monday, February 14, 2011 at Sacred Heart Church with Fr. Joseph Wormek, Pastor officiating.  Interment Sacred Heart Cemetery, Crystal City.  Memorials preferred to American Cancer Society.

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Jacob Allen “Jake” Backy, age 18 of Festus, Missouri passed away Friday, February 11, 2011 in St. Louis County, Missouri.  He was born November 15, 1992 in Crystal City, Missouri the son of Christine M. (nee Robinson) and Michael Backy.  Also surviving is his grandmother Mary Ann (nee Caffray) Robinson of Festus and brother Alec Robert Backy of Festus. He was preceded in death by an infant sister Caitlin Ann-Marie Backy, grandparents Lana Kathleen (nee Orr) and Andrew J. Backy, Sr.,  Maybell (nee Godier) Backy and  Robert J. “Robbie” Robinson, Jr.  Funeral from Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus with visitation 9:30 A.M. Wednesday, February 16, 2011 to Sacred Heart Church, Crystal City for Funeral Mass at 12:00 Noon Wednesday.  February 16, 2011.  Interment Sacred Heart Cemetery, Crystal City.

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Robert Melvin Baughn, age 94 passed away Friday, February 11, 2011 at Caregivers Inn in Dardenne Prairie, Missouri.  He was born October 3, 1916 in Festus, Missouri, the son of the late Emma H. (nee Kurtz) and Harry P. Baughn. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his wife, Marcella (nee Polette) Baughn, brothers Norvel and James Ernest Baughn and a sister Hazel Martin. He is survived by two sons, Dennis Baughn of Wentzville, Missouri, Terry Baughn and wife Kelly of Pueblo, Colorado, three daughters, Sylvia Forster of St. Peters, Missouri, Rebecca Baughn of St. Charles, Missouri, Pamela Gossett and husband Dennis of St. Charles, grandchildren Ken Forster and wife Mary, Scott Forster and wife Melissa, Amy Montz and husband Roby, Mathew Baughn, Nick Gossett and wife Mandy, Zach Gossett, numerous great-grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren. He was a retired supervisor for McDonnell-Douglas. Memorial Graveside services 11:00 A.M., Saturday, February 19, 2011 at Assumption Cemetery, Herculaneum, Missouri with Fr. Robert V. Fleiter officiating.  Memorials preferred to American Diabetes Association.

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Virginia “Alice” Goodwin, age 87 of Festus, Missouri passed away Friday, February 11, 2011 at Crystal Oaks Skilled Care in Crystal City, Missouri.  She was born Novembewin, step-mother Geneva (nee McCoy) Gooch, sisters Lucille Evans and Rebecca (the late Carl) Theis, brothers Bob (the late Ruth) Gooch and Earl (the late Charlotte) Gooch, Jr. and a granddaughter Christina Bridwell. She is survived by daughter Nancy (David) Bridwell of St. Louis, Missouri, sons Steve (Mary Gaye) Goodwin, Larry (Janet) Goodwin and Jay (Glenda) Goodwin, all of Festus, sister Martha (the late Harry) Anderson of Knoxville, Tennessee, brother Jim (Sue) Gooch of Piedmont, Missouri, sister-in-law Doris (the late Leon) McClanahan of Festus, 12 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Festus/Crystal City, Missouri. Visitation at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Monday, February 14, 2011.  Then is state at First Baptist Church of Festus/Crystal City after 10:00 A.M. with funeral service 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, February 15, 2011.  Interment Rose Lawn Memorial Gardens, Crystal City.  Memorials preferred to First Baptist Church, Faith Baptist Church of Festus or the Missouri Botanical Gardens.

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Clifford “Kip” Johnston, age 79, of De Soto, passed away February 11, 2011 at his residence in De Soto, Missouri. He was a Team Leader for Union Electric. Born August 6, 1931 in De Soto, Missouri, he was the son of the late the Newton & Nora (nee Coleman) Johnston. He is survived by his Children: Verla (Lee) Butcher – Park Hills, MO, Debbie (Lou) Colmo – Imperial, MO, Clifford “ Kip, Jr.” Johnston – Festus, MO and Nathan (Pam) Johnston – Caseyville, IL; Brothers & Sisters: Preceded in death by siblings: Raymond “Buck”, Tony, Clyde, Gerald, & Nate Johnston; Della Vreeland, Mamie Cheek, Verle Harness, and Wilma Johnston.; Grandchildren:   10; Great Grandchildren: 17. Member of Lodge/Organizations: BPOE # 689, Amvets Post #48, VFW Post 1831. Military Info: Served in the U.S. Army in Korea where he received a Purple Heart. Funeral Service Date and Time: Tuesday, February 15, 2011 @11 AM. Place of Service: Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiating:  Rev. Bruce Valle. Place of Burial: Woodlawn Cemetery. Visitation: Monday, February 14, 2011 from 4-8 PM. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

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Jessica L. Midgett, age 23, of De Soto, Missouri, passed away February 12, 2011 in De Soto, MO. She was a Waitress at The Bistro in De Soto, MO. Born April 4, 1987 in Farmington, MO, she was the daughter of Ronald Manning, De Soto, MO and Connie (nee Midgett) Reynolds, De Soto, MO. She is also survived by her Children: (all of De Soto, MO) Desiree Peterson, Aidon Peterson, Ashton Peterson and Madison Grubb; Brothers & Sisters: Josh (April) Reynolds, De Soto, MO, Stephen Reynolds, Antonia, MO; Maternal Grandparents:  Ellis & Lillian Midgett, De Soto, MO; Paternal Grandmother:  Jan Manning, Fletcher, MO. Funeral Service: Tuesday, February 15, 2011 @ 7:00 PM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiating: Paul Patterson. Visitation: Tuesday, February 15, 2011 3 PM – 7 PM @ Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

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Thomas E. Thebeau, Sr., age 46, of Farmington, MO, passed away February 12, 2011 in De Soto, MO. He worked for Crown Valley Vineyard, Ste. Genevieve, MO. Born June 11, 1964 in St. Louis, Missouri, he was the son of  Lloyd Jr. and Mary Jane (Reed) Thebeau of Hillsboro, MO. Along with his parents he is survived by a Special Friend: Celia Crisp, Farmington, MO; Children: Thomas Thebeau, Jr., Hillsboro, MO, Melissa Thebeau, Hillsboro, MO, Nicolas Thebeau, Hillsboro, MO, and their Mother, Michelle Thebeau, Hillsboro, MO; Brothers & Sisters: Brian (Kristi) Thebea,   10:00 AM. Place of Service:  Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Hillsboro, MO. Officiating: Father Chris Holtmann. Place of Burial:  Good Shepherd Cemetery, Hillsboro, MO. Visitation: Wednesday, February 16, 2011 4-8 PM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

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V. Louis “Sandy” Wibbenmeyer,  age 82 of Festus, Missouri passed away Sunday, February 13, 2011 at Scenic View Nursing Center, Herculaneum, Missouri.  He was born April 6, 1928 in Biehle, Missouri the son of the late Julia A. (nee Buchheit) and B. Henry Wibbenmeyer.  In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by several brothers and sisters.He is survived by a son, Craig A. Wibbenmeyer of Festus, his former wife Eleanor A. (nee Rogers) Wibbenmeyer-Watts, a sister Marsella M. Hargan and her husband Ray of Media, Missouri and two brothers Othmer (the late Trula) Wibbenmeyer of Perryville, Missouri and Donald Wibbenmeyer of Florissant, Missouri. He was a Veteran of the Korean War, a Machine Operator for Metals Fabrication and a member of the Elks, Amvets, VFW and American Legion. Visitation from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, February 16, 2011, Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus with funeral services  9:30 A.M., Thursday, February 17, 2011 at the funeral home with Deacon Jerry Stoverink officiating.  Interment National Cemetery, Jefferson Barracks, Missouri.  Memorials preferred to the Humane Society.

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Walter L. Griffith, Sr., 70, of Hillsboro passed away February 14, 2011 at his home.  Mr. Griffith was a carpenter and a member of the Carpenters Union.  Born March 28, 1940, in Poplar Bluff; he was the son of the late Frank and Lillian (Emerson) Griffith.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce Elaine Griffith. He is survived by four sons: Walter Griffith Jr. of St. Louis, Richard S. Griffith, Sr of Arnold, Bryan (Annette) Griffith Sr. of Sullivan and Robert Griffith of Pensacola, Florida; two daughters: Sandra (Cary) Becker of St. Louis and Evonne Swofford of St. Louis; one brother, Ralph Griffith of Hillsboro; one sister, June Ross of North Carolina.  He was preceded in death by two siblings:  Charles Griffith and Ruth Couch. Funeral services were held February 21 at Mahn De Soto Chapel, officiated by Joe Smith.  Burial was in the Mt Hope Cemetery.  Memorials may be made to the family.  Arrangements were under the direction of Mahn Funeral Home in De Soto.

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Maxine Wilma Baum, age 92 of Imperial, Missouri passed away Tuesday, February 15, 2011 at de Greef Hospice House, St. Louis, Missouri.  She was born June 11, 1918 in Sprott, Missouri the daughter of the late Stella M. (nee Conardy) and Maurice R. Phillips. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband, Luther Baum,  a brother, Gene Phillips, sisters Fern (Alfred) Fleig, Grace (Richard) Tull, Iris (Walter) Klein and a niece Joyce (Shaw survives) DeMent. She is survived by nieces and nephews, Stephen Klein and wife Loretta of Crystal City, Missouri, Dolores Rosener of Pevely, Missouri, Richard Tull and wife Patricia of Columbia, Missouri, Myrna Esther and husband James of Arcadia, California, Walter Klein and wife Sharon of Oakville, Missouri, Donald Baum of Texas, numerous great, great-great and great-great-great nieces and nephews. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Festus/Crystal City, Missouri. Visitation 10:00 A.M. Friday, February 18, 2011 until time of service at 11:00 A.M., First Baptist Church, Festus/Crystal City officiated by Dr. Curtis Porter, Senior Pastor. Interment Shepherd Hills Cemetery, Barnhart, Missouri.  Memorials preferred to Donor’s Choice.

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Marinda June Graham, age 50 of Festus, Missouri  passed away Tuesday, February 15, 2011 at her residence.  She was born March 8, 1960 in Festus the daughter of the late Virdie (nee Sparks) and Leonard White. She is survived by sons John Graham, Jr. and his wife Jennilee of St. Louis, Missouri, Michael Graham of Festus, a sister Connie Paholski of Texas and three grandchildren Kayla, Kayden and Kamden Graham. She was a member of Mississippi River Eagles #4341. Memorial Visitation 4:00 P.M. Wednesday, February 23, 2011 until time of Service at 6:00 P.M.  Interment Shepherd Hills Cemetery, Barnhart, Missouri.  Memorials preferred to American Lung Association.

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Billy L. Lester, age 70, De Soto, Missouri, passed away February 15, 2011 at St. John’s Mercy Health Center in St. Louis, MO. He was Truck Driver for A and R Transport. Born November 19, 1940 in Bartley, West Virginia, he was the son of the late Willis and Cora Lester. He is survived by his wife Paula (Parker) Lester, De Soto, MO; Children: Patrick (Christina) Kennedy, De Soto, MO, David (Regina) Lester, Rockwood, TN, Carolyn (Raymond) Smith, Rockwood, TN; Brothers & Sisters: Sue (Gary) Garrison, Phoenix, AZ (preceded in death by one brother, Bob Lester); Grandchildren:  Carla Arnold, Kaiser, W.V.; Douglas Lester, Raymond Smith, Bryan Smith, Ryan Smith, Justin Smith, all of Rockwood, TN; Alexus James, Dylan James, and Emily James, all of De Soto, MO; Great-Grandchildren:  Brianna Smith, Lila Smith, and Kortney Smith, all of Rockwood, TN; Austin Arnold, and Gavid Arnold, of Kaiser, W.V.. Organizations: Blackwell Masonic Lodge A.F. & A.M.; B.P.O.E. #689; Sons of AmVets Post #48. Member of Church: Life Christian Church, De Soto, MO. Funeral Service:  Saturday, February 19, 2011 @ 1:00 PM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Place of Burial:  Woodlawn Cemetery, De Soto, MO. Officiating:  Derry Bowling. Visitation: Friday, February 18, 2011 4 PM – 8 PM. Memorial Donations may be made to the Life Christian Church, P.O. Box 147, De Soto, MO 63020. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

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Genevieve S. Johnston, 94, of Fredericktown passed away February 15, 2011 at Claru DeVille Nursing Center in Fredericktown.  Mrs. Johnston was a homemaker.  Born May 17, 1916 in Ford City, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Sophia (Selincarage) Sedosky.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur G. Johnston. She is survived by one son, Robert (Yvonne) Sullivan of De Soto; Four grandchildren: Laura, Keith, Greg and Bar and five great-grandchildren: Max, Gabrielle, Jordan, Joseph and Grace.  She was preceded in death by one brother and five sisters. Funeral services were held on February 18, 2011 at Mahn Funeral Home, De Soto Chapel.  Burial was in National Cemetery at Jefferson Barracks.  Arrangements were under the direction of Mahn Funeral Home in De Soto.

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Catherine Ann “Cathy” (nee Sass) Pigg, age 55, of DeSoto, Missouri passed away Wednesday, February 16, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Crystal City, Missouri.  She was born January 1, 1956 in Monee, Illinois the daughter of the late Anna Mae (nee Vaughn) and Edward John Sass. She is survived by her husband Larry Vernon Pigg, daughters Heather Michelle Ann Pigg of Festus, Missouri, Valerie Louise Nichole Pigg and fiance’ Mattt Brosseau of O’Fallon, Missouri, Laura Christine Elaine Pigg of Festus and Sarah Melissa Anne Pigg of DeSoto, son Paul Edward Riley Pigg and wife Lisa of St. Louis, Missouri, and a brother Daniel Edwin Sass and wife Elena of League City, Texas. She was a member of Grace Presbyterian Church in Crystal City, a former home health care nurse for 13 years and then a customer relations specialist at Convergys Corp. with Mercedes-Benz/Chrysler Financial Corp. Visitation at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Sunday, February 27, 2011, then at Grace Presbyterian Church, Crystal City after 10:00 A.M. Monday, February 28, 2011 with funeral services at 11:00 A.M. officiated by Pastor Dewey Johnson.  Interment St. Marcus Cemetery, St. Louis, Missouri.  Memorials preferred to the Pigg family.

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Glen L. Stewart, age 75 passed away Wednesday, February 16, 2011 at his residence near Festus, Missouri.  He was born in Chester Co., Tennessee November 3, 1935 the son of the late Blanche (nee Willi) and Oliver Stewart. He is survived by his wife Betty (nee Jennings) Stewart, son Gary Stewart and wife Laura of Hughes Springs, Texas, daughter Kathy Baladenski and husband Mike of Festus, grandchildren Martha Amox and husband Bruce, Katherine Brown and husband Joey, twins Erin Stewart and Douglas Stewart and wife Jessica, Matthew Stewart, Annie Baladenski and fiance’ Kenny Red, Carrie Chalupny and husband Robert and Amy Frost, great-grandchildren Logan and Layla Amox, Emily Brown, Joseph, Ethan and Noah Chalupny, Micah and Addison Frost, brother Merle Young of Independence, Missouri and a sister Dottie. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brother Bill Stewart. He was a member of the Twin City Church of Christ and a retired machinist, serving 37 years at McDonnell Douglas Corp. in St. Louis, Missouri. Visitation at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus 6:00 P.M. to 8: P.M. Friday, February 18, 2011 with funeral services 2:00 P.M. Saturday, February 19, 2011.  Interment Presbyterian/Methodist Cemetery, Festus officiated by his son Mr. Gary Stewart of Hughes Springs and Mr. Mark Auten of Channelview, Texas.  Memorials preferred to the Alzheimer’s Assn.

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Jerry Earl Bales, age 75 of Festus, Missouri and Largo, Florida passed away Thursday, February 17, 2011 at his Festus residence.  He was born October 28, 1935 in Ellington, Missouri the son of the late Beulah Opal (nee Jennings) and Everett Corner Bales. He is survived by his wife Norma June (nee Wilson) Bales, daughter Becky Kohrs Green and husband Joe of St. Peters, Missouri, son John Bales and wife Maureen of Farmington, Missouri, grandchildren Jay and Jacob Bales, sisters Erlene Rousch of Sheridan, Wyoming, Janet Christensen of Indianapolis, Indiana, Judy Stamey and husband James of Virginia Beach, Virginia, brother Harlan Bales and wife Ruth of Ellington, Missouri and a brother-in-law Ottis Hampton. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a sister Irene Hampton, brother Jim Bales and wife Winnie, and 2 brother-in-laws Clarence Roush and Al Christensen. He was a retired electrician, a 50 year member of IBEW Local #1, Webster Groves Masonic Lodge, Mississippi River Eagles #4341, Benton Co. Elks #2783 in Warsaw, Missouri, VFW #3777 Men’s Auxiliary and the AMVETS #76 Auxiliary in Clearwater, Florida. Memorial Service to be conducted 11:00 A.M. Saturday, April 16, 2011 in the VFW Post #3777 Annex, Festus with Mr. Greg Harned officiating.  Mr. Bales gifted his remains to St. Louis University School of Medicine. 

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Dwayne J. Blum, 51, of De Soto entered into rest February 17, 2011, at his home.  Mr. Blum was a retired bricklayer.  Born December 30, 1959, in Festus; he was the son of Janet (Rundel) Blum of De Soto and the late John J. Blum. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife, Carol (Weir) Blum of De Soto; one son, Wayne (Jodi) Haws of De Soto; three grandchildren: Madison, Bethany and Christian; and two brothers: Cary D. (Teresa) Blum of De Soto and Russell J. Blum of De Soto.  He was preceded in death by his stepfather, Charles H. “Bub” Blum. Funeral services were held February 22, 2011 at Mahn De Soto Chapel, officiated by Deacon Ed Boyer.  Burial was private.  Arrangements were by Mahn Funeral Home in De Soto.

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William James Crabtree, age 89, of Barnhart, Missouri passed away Thursday, February 17, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Crystal City, Missouri.  He was born October 5, 1921 in East St. Louis, Illinois the son of the late Julia Marie (nee Tolin) and Ruben Clyde Crabtree. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Laura (nee Royal) Crabtree and his sister. He is survived by daughters Laura Wagner and husband David of Barnhart and Chyrl Wright of Belleville, Illinois, son Ronald Crabtree of Virginia, 8 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. He was an Army veteran of WW 2 and a retired supervisor with Monsanto. Visitation at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Monday, February 21, 2011 with funeral service 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, February 22, 2011 at the funeral home with Rev. Robert Winters of Festus officiating.  Interment Lake View Memorial Gardens, Belleville.  Memorials preferred to the American Cancer Society.   

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Clyde G. Delashmit, age 49, of Hillsboro, passed away February 17, 2011 at his residence in Hillsboro, MO. He was a Stocker for Wal-Mart. Born November 11, 1961 in St. Louis, Missouri, he was the son of the late Glenwood Delashmit and Nellie Faye (Lands) Delashmit-Hahn, De Soto, MO. He was also preceded in death by his Step-Father the late Norman Hahn and his wife the late LaVon (Dean) Delashmit. Brothers & Sisters: Cindy (Robert) Davis, Crystal City, MO, Frank Delashmit, Hillsboro, MO, Bruce Delashmit, Hillsboro, MO; Nephew:  Kevin Carr ; Niece:  Nicole Carr. Funeral Service:  Monday, February 21, 2011 @ 7:00 PM @ Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiating:  Pastor Rich Grayson. Visitation: Monday, February 21, 2011 4-7 PM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

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William Edward “Eddie” Herbert, age 91, passed away Thursday, February 17, 2011 at his residence in Festus, Missouri.  He was born December 19, 1919 in Herculaneum, Missouri the son of the late Laura (nee Foster) and William Edward Herbert, Sr. He is survived by his wife of seventy years, Madeline (nee Escoffier) Herbert, daughters Chris Hurst and husband Allen and Jane Moore and husband Jim, grandchildren Laura Ashe and husband Ric, Erin Martin and husband Michael, Lindsey Scalera and husband Cameron and J. Patrick Hurst, great grandchildren Cheyanne and Terra Ashe, Wil, Clark and Jay Martin, and sister Lillie Tesreau and the late husband Darwin of Crystal City, Missouri and many beloved nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by sisters Jessie Guess and husband Fletcher, Blanche Drinen and husband Roy, brothers Russell Herbert and wife Violet, Robert “Red” Herbert and wife Eva, Albert Herbert and wife Adeleine and Charles Herbert and wife Rose. He was a Navy veteran of WW II, retired maintenance supervisor from PPG Industries glass plant formerly in Crystal City after 38 years of service, member and Eucharistic Minister at Church of Our Lady in Festus and a charter member of Elks Lodge #1721. Visitation at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Sunday, February 20, 2011.  Funeral Mass at Church of Our Lady, Festus 9:00 A.M. Monday, February 21, 2011, with Fr. John Kerber officiating.  Interment Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, St. Louis, Missouri.  Memorials preferred to Hospice of Jefferson Regional Medical Center, Crystal City or to the charity of choice.

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Lynn A. Bauman, age 92 of Crystal City, Missouri passed away Friday, February 18, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Crystal City.  She was born February 21, 1918 in Festus, Missouri the daughter of the late Elsie (nee Ehler) and Oscar Fallert. She was also preceded in death by her husband Louis F. Bauman, brothers Stanley “Bud” Fallert and Franklin Fallert and a brother-in-law Al Bahr. She is survived by daughter Linda Reed and husband Don of Hillsboro, Missouri, sons Paul Bauman and wife Theresa of Bonne Terre, Missouri and Jeff Bauman and wife Vicki of Andover, Minnesota, grandchildren Grant Jokerst and wife Teri Jo, Nicole Krodinger and husband Steve, Scott Reed and wife Carol, Jonathan Bauman and wife Amy, Jeremy Bauman and wife Stephanie, Joseph Bauman, Melissa Meyer and husband Garth, Tia Propst, Tori Propst, Abi Propst, Brook DuPont and husband Justin and Desiree Bauman, great-grandchildren Brittney, Courtney, Camren and Nicolas Krodinger, Ella Jo and Eli Jokerst, Gabrielle, Eric and Audrey Reed, Madeline, Tyler and Pierce Bauman, Kira, Ava and Gunner DuPont, brother Jerry Fallert and wife Shirley of Columbus, Ohio, sister Armella Bahr of Festus and sister-in-law Ritamae Fallert of Festus. She was a member of Church of Our Lady in Festus and a retired bookkeeper and co-owner/operator of Bauman Oil Company. Visitation at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Monday, February 21, 2011.  Funeral 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, February 22, 2011 at Church of Our Lady, Festus with Fr. John Kerber and Fr. Donald Dalton co-celebrating.  Interment Sacred Heart Cemetery.  Memorials preferred to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

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Doris Jane Fischer, age 81 passed away Friday, February 18, 2011 at her residence in Festus, Missouri.  She was born April 25, 1929 at Rush Tower, Missouri the daughter of the late Dorothy Mae (nee Wiedensohler) Gilmore and the late Emil Herzog. She is survived by her husband of 62 years John Fischer, daughters Gerri Brown and husband Bill of Doniphan, Nebraska and Gayle Edwards and husband Billie of Festus, grandchildren Stacia Marie Willis of Sacramento, California, Shayne Richard Edwards of Festus, Brian J. (Lise’) Edwards of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Jeremy W. Edwards of Oklahoma City and Chandra Edwards of Oklahoma. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her sister Allene “Nook” Willm and survived by brother-in-law Carl L. (Peggy) Willm of Festus, niece Sue (Don) Martin of Festus and nephew Carl “Tim” (Midge) Willm of Festus. She was a retired secretary of 26 years for the Elmo Blum Insurance Agency and former telephone operator, member of Sacred Heart Church in Crystal City, Missouri and the Elks Ladies of Lodge #1721.  She enjoyed dancing, bowling, cards and time spent with her family, friends and her four legged family members. Visitation at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus 3:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, February 22, 2011.  Funeral Mass 10:00 A.M. Wednesday at Sacred Heart Church, Crystal City with Fr. Joseph Wormek officiating.  Interment Sacred Heart Cemetery, Crystal City.  Memorials preferred to the American Lung Association or the Humane Society. 

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Charles William Hill, age 85 of O’Fallon, Missouri formerly of Pevely, Missouri passed away Friday, February 18, 2011 at Delmar Gardens in O’Fallon.  He was born October 24, 1925 in Flat River, Missouri the son of the late Maida Fern (nee Poston) and Commodore Perry Hill, Jr.  In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his wife Janice (nee Cochran) Hill. He is survived by daughters, Carol Bolazina and husband Don of Ballwin, Missouri, Becky Laupp and husband Steve of Pevely, Debbie Daugherty-Hill of Festus and Kim Kohler and husband Gary of Dardenne Prairie, Missouri, sons David Hill of St. Louis, Missouri, Brent Hill and wife Connie of Festus, Mark Hill of Crystal City, Missouri and Scott Hill and wife Becky of Florissant, Missouri, 18 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. He was an auto parts clerk and member of Herculaneum United Methodist Church. Visitation at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus 3:30 P.M. to 8:00 P.M  Sunday, February 20, 2011, then at Herculaneum United Methodist Church after 10:00 A.M. Monday, February 21, 2011 at with services at 11:00 A.M. officiated by Rev. Gene Henrichsen, Pastor.  Interment Zion Lutheran Cemetery, Pevely, Missouri.  Memorials preferred to the American Cancer Society or Donor’s Choice.

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Christopher Michael Huskey, age 29, of Hillsboro Missouri, passed away on February 18, 2011. He was born October 2, 1981 in St. Louis, Missouri. Chris was an Electronic Technician at Midwest Associates of Hillsboro Missouri, student at Jefferson College and a member of the Fire Box Band. Survived by Wife- Christa J. Huskey of Hillsboro Missouri. Son-Timothy Michael Davidson of Fenton Missouri; Parents- Michael T. and Mickie D. Huskey (nee Terrell) of Hillsboro, Missouri; Brother- Timothy J. (Dina) Kidd of San Jose CA. Preceded in death by: Grandparents- Sam and Anita Huskey (nee Marsden) Grandparents- Ray and Ona Terrell (nee Miller). Visitation- Thursday from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM at Robert D. Brown Funeral Home, Hillsboro Missouri. Funeral - Thursday 1:00 PM in the Funeral Home Chapel. Interment- Hillsboro Cemetery, Hillsboro Missouri. Memorials to the American Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.

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Aloise V. Leible, age 93 of De Soto, Missouri, passed away February 19, 2011 at Baisch Nursing Center in De Soto, MO. She was a Sales Clerk for Libson. Born September 29, 1917 in De Soto, Missouri, she was the daughter of the late Matt and Ruth (Turley) Nussbaumer. She was also preceded in death by her husband, the late Ernest Leible. They had been married for 71 years before his passing in October of 2009. She is survived by her Daugher: Carol (John) Cotner, De Soto, MO; Brothers & Sisters: (preceded in death by ten sisters, Afton Nussbaumer, Effie Young, Elizabeth Nussbaumer, Freda Sweet, Emma Nichting, Grace Perotti, Neva Hamm, Rose Smith, Alverta McDuffie, and Myrtle Lada; one brother, Cecil Nussbaumer); Grandchildren: Ruth Ann (Stephen) Thompson, Florissant, MO; John Matt (Michele) Cotner, De Soto, MO; Dina (Tom Cope) Medley, Affton, MO (preceded in death by one granddaughter, Becki Cotner); Great-Grandchildren: Jordon, Taylor Ann, Matt (Dawn), Michael, Brandon, Ryan, and Richie; Great Great-Grandchildren:  William and Anna. Member of Church: St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, De Soto, MO. Funeral Mass:   Wednesday, February 23, 2011 @ 10:00 AM @ St. Rose of Lima Church, De Soto, MO. Officiating:  Father Alexander Anderson. Place of Burial: Calvary Cemetery, De Soto, MO. Visitation: Tuesday, February 22, 2011 4-8 PM @ Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Donations May be made to Adopt-An-Angel, 504 S. Third St., De Soto, MO  63020. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

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Jan D. Woods, known as J.D. to friends and relatives, entered into rest on Saturday, February 19, 2011 at his residence in Cadet. J.D. was born to Jesse and Ruth (Nee Underwood) Woods on January 16, 1939 in Bunny, Arkansas. He married his sweetheart, Patsy (Nee Moore) Woods on October 26, 1957 in Arkansas. He is survived by his wife, Patsy; a son, Dariel L. (Denise) Woods of DeSoto; daughters: Janet C. (Glenn) Gaugh of New Haven and Lisa M. (Dennis) Pello of Salida, CO; brothers: Welton Woods of Jonesburg, MO and Tony Woods of Paragould, AR; sisters: Gwin Anderson of Caraway, AR, Trudy Gullett of Farmington, MO, Sonya Douglas of Arkansas, and Donna Loven of Lake City, AR; 8 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers: Ronnie Woods, Gary Woods, and Terry Woods; and a sister, Jessie Ahlemeyer. J.D. was an assembler at the Chrysler plant in Fenton until his retirement. He enjoyed the great outdoors and was a member of the National Rifle Association. Rev. Jeremy Muniz will officiate the services. Visitation: Date: Tuesday, February 22, 2011  Time: 5:00 to 8:00 pm. Visitation Location: Mahn DeSoto Chapel, Service: Date: Wednesday, February 23, 2011  Time: 10:00 am. Service Location:
Mahn DeSoto Chapel. Interment: Peaceful Ridge Cemetery, DeSoto. Memorials/Donations: In lieu of flowers donations may be made to American Cancer Society, 4207 Lindell Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63108

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Richard A. Henneman, age 56 of Crystal City, Missouri passed away Sunday, February 20, 2011 at St. Anthony’s Medical Center is St. Louis County, Missouri.  He was born October 2, 1954 in St. Louis, Missouri the son of Alma Dolores (nee Thieret) Henneman of Herculaneum, Missouri and the late Anthony Louis Henneman. He is survived by sisters Charlotte Gilbert of Newport News, Virginia, nieces Judy Fox of Williamsburg, Virginia, Cheryl Wren and husband Steve of Crystal City and Lisa Underwood-Harshe and husband Don of Robbinsdale, Minnesota, nephews Bryan Gilbert and wife Kimberly of Suffolk, Virginia and Michael Gilbert and wife Melissa of Lanexa, Virgina. In addition to his father he was preceded in death by a sister Dolores Underwood. He was a warehouseman for Verallia Corporation (formerly Saint Gobain) in Pevely, Missouri for 30 years. Visitation at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus, Missouri after 1:00 P.M. with funeral services at 4:00 P.M. Friday, February 25, 2011 officiated by Deacon Jerry Stoverink of Festus, Missouri.  Memorials may be made to the charity of the donors choice.

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Gary L. Hobson, age 60, of Arnold, MO, passed away February 20, 2011 at Des Peres Hospital in St. Louis, MO. He was a plumber. Born July 12, 1950 in De Soto, Missouri, he was the son of the late John G. Sr.  and Evelyn L. “Tiny” (Coleman) Hobson. He is survived by his Children: Leslie (Ralph Jr.) Pittman, De Soto, MO, Jeremiah (Amanda) Hobson, Arnold, MO, Kimberley (Tony) Philman, Thornton, CO; Brothers & Sisters: Terri (Jim) Lange, Bonne Terre, MO, Debbie (Mitchell) Peters, Festus, MO, Robert (Phyllis) Hobson, Cadet, MO (preceded in death by brothers, John Hobson, Jr. and Kenny Hobson); Grandchildren: 8; Several Nieces; Good Friends:  Janet Hobson and Pat Fuller, Pevely, MO. Funeral Service:  Friday, February 25, 2011 @ 6:00 PM. Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiating:  John Jones. Visitation: Friday, February 25, 2011 3- 6 PM @ Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

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Shirley May Tettaton, age 75, of Festus, Missouri passed away Sunday February 20, 2011 at St. Anthony’s Medical Center in St. Louis County, Missouri.  She was born January 10, 1936 in St. Louis, Missouri the daughter of the late Bertha (nee Byrd) Cannon Folsom and the late Paul Cannon. She is survived by her husband Richard A. Tettaton, daughters Dana Spence of Union, Missouri and Lisa Hickey and husband Scott of St. Charles, Missouri, son Tony Tettaton and wife Deanna of Cedar Hill, Missouri, grandchildren Kimberly Harfst, Teresa Christensen, Jennifer Thacker and Derek Thacker, great-grandchildren Grant, Dylan and Chloe Harfst, Justin Brown, Joel and Josh Christensen, Nicholas, Gage, Katlyn and Shawna Thacker and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by an infant son Richard Paul Tettaton, son-in-law Stan Spence, sister Genevieve “Jean” Colley and husband Carl, brother Jerome Cannon, grandson Nicholas Tettaton and great-grandson Daniel Hickey. She was a baker for Woodland Manor Nursing Center in Arnold, Missouri and a member of Ketha Heights Baptist Church, Mapaville, Missouri. Visitation 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, February 22, 2011 at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus, then at Ketha Heights Baptist Church, Mapaville after 9:00 A.M. Wednesday with funeral services 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, February 23, 2011 with Bro. Randy Casey officiating.  Interment Sunset Memorial Cemetery, Pacific, Missouri.  Memorial preferred to Ketha Heights Baptist Church. 

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Gary Wayne Cox, age 69 of Festus, Missouri passed away Monday, February 21, 2011 at Barnes-Jewish Hospital, St. Louis, Missouri.  He was born October 16, 1941 in St. Louis the son of the late Dorothy Elaine (nee Chapman) and George T. Cox.  In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his first wife Linda (nee Boyer) Cox and a son Gary Wayne Cox who died in infancy. He is survived by his wife Beverly (nee Reece) Cox of Festus, a step-son Eddie Blaylock and his wife Shael of Festus, a step-daughter Angie Dickison and her husband Rod of Festus, a brother Gale Robert Cox and his wife Karen L. of Herculaneum, Missouri, a sister Diane Litton and her husband Marty of Festus and four grandchildren, Kassey and Shawn Blaylock and Rodney and Lexi Dickison. He was a veteran of the United States Navy, retired from Jefferson County Development Services, a member of the Community Improvement Association in DeSoto, Missouri and a member of the Radiant Life Pentecostal Church of Festus where he played with the praise and worship team and he was also a well-known local musician. Visitation at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus from 3:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M., Thursday, February 24, 2011 with services on Friday, February 25, 2011 at 10:00 A.M. at the funeral home officiated by Rev. Randy Gray, Pastor, Radiant Life Pentecostal Church. Interment Zion Lutheran Cemetery, Pevely, Missouri.  Memorials preferred to the American Heart Association.

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Elizabeth A. Downes, 83, of DeSoto passed away February 21, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Crystal City.  Mrs. Downes was a homemaker and was retired from Silver Dollar City.  Born January 8, 1928 in Sparta, MO; she was the daughter of the late William Everett and Rosa (Bookout) Gass.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald R Downes. She is survived by three daughters, Linda (Paul) Whitaker of DeSoto, Cathy Heckmaster of Springfield and Barbara (Don)) Kidwell of Lee Summit; one son, David (Patty) Downes of Newman, GA; one brother, Paul (Shirley) Gass of Sparata; one sister, Lucille Heckmaster of Joplin; seven grandchildren, Beth, Becki, Julia, Matt, Cody, Meghan and Dylan; and severn great-grandchildren, Austin, Joshua, Nate, Allison, Sarah, Gabriel and Gideon.  She was preceded in death by one granddaughter, Katie; four brothers, Lester Gass, Millard Gass, William Gass, and Walter Gass; and four sister, Vesta Griffin, Mabel Riley, Dorothy Thompson and Golda Gass. Funeral services and burial were private.  Memorials may be made to Relay for Life, c/oNHC, 801 Brim Street, Desloge, 63601.  Arrangements were under the directioin of Mahn Funeral Home, DeSoto Chapel.

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Ralph L. Jones, Sr., 70, of De Soto entered into rest February 21, 2011, at his home.  Mr. Jones was a welder for Nordyne Corporation in St. Louis.  Born June 24, 1940 in St. Louis, he was the son of the late Herman and Josephine (Vonderhaar) Jones. He is survived by his wife, Patricia (Jackson) Jones of De Soto: five sons: Ralph (Barbara) Jones Jr., of Chino, California, Robert (Andrea) Jones of Colorado, Richard Jones of Tennessee, Ronald Jones of Arizona and Justin Jones Sr. of De Soto; two daughters: Melanie Jackson of De Soto and Nicole Jackson; three close friends: David Long, Jack Carter and Rachel Tetreault; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by two sons: Sean Jeffery Jones and Shane David Jones; and four siblings: Melvin Jones, Ronald Jones, Donald Jones and Ruth Ann Tockstein. Visitation and funeral service were held on Sunday, March 6, 2011 at Mahn Funeral Home De Soto Chapel, officiated by Deacon Ed Boyer.  Memorials may be made to the family.  Arrangements were under the direction of Mahn Funeral Home, De Soto.

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Tessie Modrosic, age 97, of Fletcher, MO, passed away February 21, 2011 at Anderson Mill Health & Rehab in Austell, GA. She worked at Bemis Bag Co. Born October 24, 1913 in St. Francois County, MO, She was the daughter of the late Petro and Tillie Lesh. She was also preceded in death by her husband,  the late Joseph Modrosic. She is survived by her Children: William J (Karen) Modrosic, Fenton, MO and Rosemary Robinson, Dallas, GA; Brothers & Sisters: (preceded in death by siblings, John Lesh, Mary Liscko, Ann Lesh, William “Fudge” Lesh, and Harry Lesh); Grandchildren: Lynn (Paul) Braun, William (Cindy) Modrosic, Jr., and Craig (Stacey) Robinson; Great-Grandchildren: Katelyn, Andrew, Koltan Reed, Liam, and Sean; Member of Church:  Richwoods United Methodist Church. Funeral Service:  Friday, February 25, 2011 @ 12:30 PM Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiating: Rev. Bruce Valle. Place of Burial:  Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, St. Louis, MO. Visitation: Friday, February 25, 2011 10 AM – 12:30 PM. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

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Ellis H. Byron, age 92 of De Soto, passed away February 22, 2011 at The Villa’s in De Soto, MO. He worked with the Street Department for the City of De Soto. Born October 13, 1918 in Leadwood, MO, he was the son of the late Albert and Nellie (Todd) Byron. Along with his parents he was also preceded in death by a wife, the late Thelma Byron. He is survived by his wife Violet (Thorn) Byron of De Soto, MO; Children: Mike (Vicky) Christopher, De Soto, MO & Gary (Bobbie) Christopher, Bonne Terre, MO; Grandchildren: Cody Christopher & Drew (Julianne) Christopher (preceded in death by one grandson, Matthew Christopher); Great-Grandchildren:  Brendan and Alexa Christopher, and their mother Angie Christopher, House Springs. Member of Church: First Baptist Church, De Soto, MO. Funeral Service: Friday, February 25, 2011 @ 10:00 AM @ Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiating:  Rev. Dr. Jeremy Muniz. Place of Burial:  Woodlawn Cemetery, De Soto, Missouri. Visitation: Thursday, February 24, 2011 4 PM – 8 PM. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

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Tammara Lynn Broeker, age 42, of Hillsboro, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, February 23, 2011, in Crystal City, Missouri. She was born November 23, 1967, in St. Charles, Missouri. She work at J.S.I. Arnold, Missouri. Tammara is survived by, Parents-William Sr, and Marjorie Broeker (nee Freeland), of Hillsboro, Missouri, Brother-William L. Broeker Jr, of Cedar Hill, Missouri; Grandparents-Lyle and Nellie Freeland (nee Forbes) of De Soto, Missouri. Proceeded in death by, Grandparents Albinus M. and Viola R. Broeker (nee Kleechulte). Visitation-Sunday, February 27, 2011, from 2 to 4PM at the Robert D. Brown Funeral Home, Hillsboro, Missouri. Funeral-Sunday February 27, 2011, at 4PM in the Robert D. Brown Funeral Home Chapel. Interment-Cremation. Memorials to- Memorials to-Special Olympics Missouri,1001 Diamond Ridge, Suite 800, Jefferson City, MO 65109

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Jean Lewis Williams, age 81, of De Soto, MO, passed away February 23, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Crystal City, MO. She worked in the Jefferson County Collectors Office. Born February 16, 1930, in De Soto, Missouri, she was the daughter of the late Fred F. and Jeanette L. (Spencer) Johnston. She was also preceded in death by her husbands, the late Leo Lewis and the late Jimmy Williams. She is survived by her Children: Larry (Debbie) Lewis, Grapevine, TX, Connie (Steve) Becktame, De Soto, MO; Step-Children:  Ronnie (Mona) Williams, Festus, MO, LaDonna (the late Steve) Holden, Murray, KY, Vickie (the late Bob) Daugherty, Branson, MO, Deborah (Bobby) Schwalbert, Hillsboro, MO, Kim Williams, De Soto, MO, Carol (Phillip) Potter, Ellsinore, MO; Brothers & Sisters: Dale (Barbara) Johnston, Crystal City, MO; Grandchildren: 5; Step-Grandchildren:  Several (preceded in death by step-grandson, Michael Fields); Great-Grandchildren: 2; Step Great-Grandchildren: Several. Member of Church:  First Baptist Church, Hillsboro, MO. Funeral Service:  Saturday, February 26, 2011 @ 1:00 PM, Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiating:  Jimmie Turner, Place of Burial: Woodlawn Cemetery, De Soto, MO. Visitation: Friday, February 25, 2011 5 PM – 8 PM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Funerl arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

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Joyce Creasman, 66, of DeSoto passed away February 24, 2011, at her home.  Mrs. Creasman worked in the housekeeping department at Jefferson Regional Medical Center.  Born September 9, 1944, in St. Louis; she was the daughter of the late Otto and Laura (Crabtree) Burns.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Lloyd Creasman. She is survived by two sons, Mark Griffin of Arnold and Gregory Creasman of DeSoto;  three daughters, Anita (David) Gipson of Bonne Terre, Kimberly (Thomas) Syron of DeSoto and Joby Creasman of St. Louis, six grandchildren, Alicia, Ashley, Anthony, Alexis, Sierra and Savannah, two great-grandchildren, Elias and Noah; special friend, Michael Ciaccio, one brother, Carl Burns of Florissant, and one sister, Glenna Bell of Salem.  She was preceded in death by four siblings, Doyle Burns, Billy Joe Burns, Shirley Heitman and Wanda Evans. Funeral services were held February 28 at Mahn DeSoto Chapel, officiated by the Rev. Jim Ownes.  Burial was private.  Memorials may be made to the Humane Society of Missouri, 1201 Macklind Avenue, St. Louis, 63110-1431.  Arrangements were under the direction of Mahn Funeral Home, DeSoto Chapel.

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Barbara (Brown) Dixon, 60, of Pevely, Missouri entered into rest Friday, February 25, 2011 at St Anthony's Medical Center in St Louis. She was born October 10, 1950, in St Louis, to Corinne (Harrison) Cantrell of St Petersburg, FL and the late James Brown. She had worked as a welder at Edge Manufacturing in Pevely, MO up until her retirement. In addition to her mother she is survived by sons: John Paul Dixon of St Charles, MO and Joe Dixon of Fenton, MO; daughters: Angie (Brian) Reheisse of DeSoto, MO and Melissa Dixon of Festus, MO; special friend, Terry Hoberg; sisters: Pat (Larry) Heibel of Farmington,MO, Ruthy Ratty of St Petersburg, FL and Deloris (Don) Mattingly of St Petersburg, FL; 5 grandchildren: Amanda Dixon, Felecia Dixon, Corey Brewer, Vincent Mueller and Anney Mueller; and 1 great grandchild, Olivia Reprogle. Barb enjoyed yard work, her goldfish and dachshunds, Cody and Tiffany; and especially spending time with her grandchildren. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the family.

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Ruth Ann (Nee Denfendoll) Losh, age 70 of Festus, Missouri passed away Friday, February 25, 2011 at St. Anthony’s Medical Center, St. Louis County, Missouri. She was born October 21, 1940 in St. Louis, Missouri the daughter of the late Leslie Deffendoll and Estelle Josephine (nee Spangenberg) Meyer. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband William D. Losh, a brother Leslie Deffendoll, step-father, Wilmar H. “Bill” Meyer, Sr. and 2 sisters who died in infancy. She is survived by sons William W. Losh, Fenton, Missouri, Darryl M. Losh, DeSoto, Missouri, Jeff A. Losh and wife Renee of Pevely, Missouri, Chris E. Losh and wife Sharon of Bonne Terre, Missouri, Joe W.  Losh and wife Mary Jane of  DeSoto, 15 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, sisters Rose Mary Rueve of Pevely, Missouri four brothers Wilmar H. “Bill” Meyer, Jr. and wife Elaine of  Fenton, Missouri, Donald Ray Meyer and wife Linda of Bonne Terre, Missouri and Norman Pound of Lemay, Missouri. Mrs. Losh was a member of Victory Church, Pevely, Missouri and AARP. Visitation at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus, from 4:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M., Monday, February 28, 2011 with services on Tuesday, March 1, 2011 at 11:00 P.M. at the funeral home officiated by Rev. Terry House, Pastor, Victory Church, Pevely. Interment Mount Hope Cemetery, Lemay, Missouri.  Memorials preferred to the American Heart Association.

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David Wallace, age 79, of De Soto, Missouri, passed away February 25, 2011 at his residence in De Soto, MO. He was a Commercial Construction Contractor; implement dealer, property manager, and farmer. Born May 25, 1931 in Linton, KY, he was the son of the late Samuel and Lydia (Hargis) Wallace. He was also preceded in death by two wives: the late Helen (Armstrong) Wallace the late Mary (Massey) Wallace, and was preceded in death by sisters, Marvee Wallace, Charlene Downs, and Hazel Bryant; brothers, Clarence, Owen, and Leon Wallace. He is survived by his Dear Friend:  Cona Franks; his Children: Craig (Deborah) Wallace, Redford, MI, Dennis (Diane) Meyer, De Soto, MO, Edmond (Sandy) Timson, Arnold, MO, Kenneth (Pam) Nappier, Bonne Terre, MO, Carol (Danny) McGuire, Doe Run, MO, Grandchildren: Rachelle, Ann, Emily, Mandy, Daina, Darren, Troy, Lydia, Kelly, Brett, David, and Matthew; Great Grandchildren: Katie, Emil, Matthew, Darren, Zachary, Sam, Kenny, Benny, Gary, and Blake. Organizations: AmVets Post #48; VFW Post #1831; B.P.O.E. #689; De Soto Lodge #119 A.F. & A.M.; He served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean WarGraveside Service: Friday, March 4, 2011 at 11:00 AM @ Peaceful Ridge Cemetery, De Soto, MOOfficiating:  David Bryant. Visitation:  Thursday, March 3, 2011 4-7 PM @ Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

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Velva Jean Dick, age 77, formerly of De Soto, passed away February 26, 2011 in Cedar Hill, MO. She was a Store Manager for Fashion Bug. Born December 18, 1933 in De Soto, Missouri, she was the daughter of the late Clyde K. and Mary Jane (Johnson) Miller. She was also preceded in death by her husband, the late Herman C. Dick. She is survived by her Children: Linda (Wayne) Gillmann, Cedar Hill, MO and Herman Wayne Dick, St. Louis, MO; Two Brothers: Donald (Faye) Miller, Utah, Marshall (Dina) Miller, Hillsboro, MO; Five Sisters:  Janet (Kenneth) Thomas, Hillsboro, MO, Jackie (Joe) Couch, Pevely, MO, Delores (Herbert) Coplin, Imperial, MO, Betty Harrison, Fletcher, MO, Mildred Horton, Moweuque, IL; Sister-in-Laws:  Delores Miller, De Soto, MO & Norma Miller, O’Fallon, MO (preceded in death by three brothers, Clyde “Sonny”, Elbert “Butch”, and Edwin “Ted” Miller; two sisters, Mary Lou Couch and baby Miller; brother-in-law, Bob Harrison); Grandchildren: 2, Cassandra (Paul) Wilson, Arnold, MO & Shannon (Matt) Skaggs, Potosi, MO. Great-Grandchildren: Shane Barr and Conner Wilson. Memorial Service: Thursday, March 3, 2011 @ 11 AM @ Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiating:  Bro. Wayne Kuenzle. Place of Inurnment:  Mt. Hope Cemetery, Belleville, IL. Memorial Gathering:  Thursday, March 3, 2011 from 9 AM – 11 AM. Memorial Donations may be made to the World Bird Sanctuary, 125 Bald Eagle, Rd., Valley Park, MO 63088. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

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Esperance Hermene Dixon Drury, age 93, passed away at Blue Mt. Hospital in John Day, Oregon February 26, 2011.  She was born November 7, 1917 in Herculaneum, Missouri the daughter of the late Joseph V. Karl and Francis (nee Dixon) Karl.  She attended high school in Herculaneum, graduating in 1934. She married John E. Drury Sr. at the Lebanon Baptist Church in Danby, Missouri on November 27, 1936. She traveled extensively every year from 1949 to 2000 and she enjoyed photography. She was a member of the Scared Heart Catholic Church in Crystal City, Missouri. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband John E. Drury Sr., brother Meloie Karl, sisters Audrey Gazolla and Hortense Basler; son John E. Drury Jr. and grandson Taner Scott Gilliam. She is survived by her son David L. Drury of  Mt. Vernon, Oregon, grandson Glen Drury of Maidston, England, granddaughters Janice (Drury) Dickens of Mt.Vernon, Oregon, Kathleen Banks, Susanne Harrison and Maria VanStratton, all three of St. Louis, Missouri and eleven great-grandchildren. Memorial Services 3:00 P.M. Friday, March 25, 2011 at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus, Missouri with Deacon Jerry Stoverink officiating.  Interment Sacred Heart Cemetery,Crystal City, Missouri. Memorials preferred to the Muscular Dystrophy Association.

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Thomas “Tom” Ivacic, age 61, of Festus, MO, passed away February 26, 2011 at John Cochran VA Medical Center in St. Louis, MO. He was a Salesman at Boehmler Chevrolet. Born April 14, 1949 in Jersey City, NJ, he was the son of the late Eleanor (Corrado) and Duane Ivacic. He is survived by his Father & Mother-in-Law:  Duane & June Hollock, De Soto, MO (preceded in death by Mother-in-Law:  Rosie Lee Hollock). He is also survived by his wife Deborah “Debbie” (Hollock) Ivacic, Festus, MO; Two Daughters:  Amy (Jason Bousman) Ivacic, Festus, MO and Erin Ivacic, Festus, MO (preceded in death by one daughter, Alicia Ivacic); Brothers: Twin Brother:  Frank Ivacic, San Clemente, CA, Jim (Carol) Ivacic, Greensboro, NC; Brother-in-Law:  Angelo Verlingo, Alta Loma, CA; Brother-in-Law: Mark (Maureen) Hollock, Riverside, CA (preceded in death by a brother, Vincent Ivacic; a sister, Patty Verlingo; a half brother, Bill Miller). Grandchildren: Andrew Swanson, Festus, MO and Aryana Ivacic, Festus, MO. Organizations:  U.S. Air Force. Memorial Service: Friday,  March 4, 2011 @ 12:30 PM @ Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Place of Inurnment:  Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. Memorial Gathering:  Friday, March 4, 2011 10 AM – 12:30 PM at Dietrich Funeral Home. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

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Maudie Lea Meeks, age 82 of Festus, Missouri passed away Saturday, February 26, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center, Crystal City, Missouri. She was born September 27, 1928 in Wirth, Arkansas the daughter of the late Fletcher James and Janie (nee Jones) James. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Julius D. Meeks and brothers Amos (the late Alta) and Grover (the late Naomi) James. She is survived by daughters Juanita Johnson and her husband John of Mohavie Valley, AZ, Mary Louise Childress and her husband David of Festus, Donna Kay Meeks of Festus and a son Arthur Ray Meeks of Festus, 6 grandchildren and a sister Margaret (the late Don) Goins, Thayer, Missouri. Mrs. Meeks was a homemaker and Member of the Twin City Church of Christ, Festus, Missouri. Visitation  Wednesday, March 2, 2011 from 11:30 A.M. until services at 1:00 P.M. at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus, Missouri officiated by Pastor Patrick Adam of Twin City Church of Christ, Festus, Missouri . Interment Rose Lawn Memorial Gardens, Crystal City, Missouri. Memorials preferred to the Jefferson Regional Medical Center Hospice.

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