January 2011 Obituaries

Clinton E. Ipock, age 62, of Festus, Missouri passed away Saturday, January 1, 2010 at his residence.  He was born April 19, 1948 in Eminence, Missouri.  He is survived by his wife Donna (nee Rosener) Ipock, mother Betty Jean (nee Hunt) Ipock of Festus, daughters Lisa M. Inman and husband Richard of DeSoto, Missouri, Christy Lynn Ipock-Messmer and husband Jeffrey of Festus, Dawn LaRue of Jackson, Missouri, son Clinton LaRue of SanDiego, California, grandchildren Lindsey Inman, Ana Messmer, Justin Messmer, Lilly Birk, brothers Jerry Ipock and wife Joy of Festus and Gary Ipock and wife Christine of Crystal City, Missouri.  He was preceded in death by his father Willis F. Ipock. He was a retired Boilermaker with Nooter Corporation in St. Louis, Missouri, member of Boilermakers Local #27, VFW #3777 and the Mississippi River Eagles.Visitation at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus, 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, January 4, 2010 with funeral services 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, January 5, 2010 officiated by Reverend Alex Simms of Sikeston, Missouri.  Interment Rose Lawn Memorial Gardens, Crystal City, Missouri.  Memorials preferred to the American Cancer Society.

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LaVern Saputo, age 83, of Crystal City, Missouri passed away Saturday, January 1, 2011 at her residence.  She was born December 7, 1927 in Greene County, Arkansas the daughter of the late Edna (nee Creason) and Harold Wright.  Also preceding her in death was husband Joseph L. Saputo, Sr., son-in-law Steve Montgomery, one sister and two brothers. She is survived by daughters Angela “Angie” Montgomery of Festus, Missouri, Theresa Chotrow and husband David of Perryville, Missouri, Marilyn LaRose and husband Laddie of High Ridge, Missouri and Carolyn Vest of Festus, son Joseph L. Saputo, Jr. and wife Patricia of Stafford, Virginia, sister Opal Johnston of DeSoto, Missouri, brother Glen Wright, grandchildren Lisa McKay, Ashley Boley and husband Brian, Caitlin Montgomery, David Chotrow Jr., Vernon Chotrow and wife Mandy, Albert Carbo and eight great-grandchildren. She was a retired nurses’ Aide from Jefferson Memorial Hospital in Crystal City, Missouri. Memorial Gathering 5:00 P.M. Thursday, January 6, 2011 with Memorial Service 7:00 P.M. Thursday, January 6, 2011 at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus with Rev. Bob Poley, Pastor of Grace Union Assembly of God Church in South St. Louis County, Missouri officiating.  Interment National Cemetery, Jefferson Barracks, Missouri.  Memorials preferred to the American Cancer Society.

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Kathy Ann Risenhoover, 57 of DeSoto, entered into rest on January 2, 2011 in St. Louis University Hospital. Kathy was a claims supervisor for Wal Mart in Festus; she enjoyed watching tv - crime movies; playing computer game - Benton Squiggley. She was born January 1, 1954 in St. Louis; she was the daughter of the late Harold and Lena (Elmore) Swearingen. Mrs. Risenhoover is survived by her loving husband, Randel E. Risenhoover of DeSoto. She was the mother of Randel Risenhoover, II , of Festus and Julie (Travis) Noack, of Hillsboro; a grandmother of four grandchildren; she was the sister of Harold "Bud" (Doris) Swearingen, of O'Fallon, Il, Gloria (Tom) McQuiggan, of Cuba, MO, Karen McCoy, of Grey Summit, MO, Donna (Keith) Johns, of Salem, MO and Tammy (Randy) Carpenter, of Grey Summit, MO. Besides her parents she was preceded in death by a son, Craig Risenhoover, a brother, William Swearingen, and a sister Geraldine Swearingen. Rev. Gene Moses will be officiating the memorial service.

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Alfred Lum Oliver, 81, entered into rest Jan 3, 2011 at his Festus residence. Born April 9, 1929, in Arkansas, to the late James & Lillie Lee (Latham) Oliver. He was a retired truck driver for Consolidated Freight and was a US Army veteran who served in Korea. He is survived by his wife, Lawanda (Mills) Oliver; sons: Roger (Linda) Oliver, James "Rick" (Debbie) Oliver & Kevin (Tammy) Oliver; daughter, Vicki (Ervie) Brown; 9 grandchildren; and 12 great grandchildren. Funeral service was Thurs, Jan 6, 2011 at Radiant Life Church, Festus. Burial at JB National Cem. Arrangements by Mahn Twin City Chapel, Festus

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Monica Marie Hetherington, age 58, of Festus, MO, passed away January 4, 2011 at St. John’s Mercy Medical Center, Creve Coeur, MO. She was a Social Worker for Jefferson County Developmental Disablities Resource Board. Born September 10, 1952 in Ypsilanti, MI, she was the daughter of the late Earl Walter and Joanne Rita (Glenn) McConchie. She is survived by her husband Don Hetherington, Festus, MO, (preceded in death by one brother, Andrew McConchie). She was a member of the Grace Presbyterian Church & presently serving on the Board of Deacons of Grace Presbyterian Church. Funeral Service Date and Time:  Saturday, January 8, 2011 @ 2:00 PM. Place of Service: Grace Presbyterian Church, Crystal City, MO. Officiating:  Pastor Bill Hatley assisted by Vicky Brown. Visitation: Saturday, January 8, 2011 11 AM – 2 PM at Grace Presbyterian Church, Crystal City, MO. Memorials may be made to the Grace Presbyterian Church. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

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Linda L. Podorski, age 63, of Festus, MO, passed away January 4, 2011 at her residence in Festus, MO. She was a Nurses Aid for Elder Helpers. Born August 20, 1947 in Herculaneum, MO, she was the daughter of the late Thomas Delno and Mary (Hill) Shelley. She was also preceded in death by her husband, the late Lynn Podorski. She is survived by her Step-Mother Marilyn Shelley, De Soto, MO; Children: Michael Podorski, Festus, MO, Thomas Podorski, Festus, MO; Brothers & Sisters: Dennis “Denny” Delno, Shelley, Perryville, MO, Donna Shelley, Festus, MO, John (Gwenn) Shelley, St. Louis, MO, Robert (Carol) Shelley, St. Clair, MO, Tom (Tina) Shelley, Hillsboro, MO; Step-Siblings: Larry (Leigh Ann) Benoist, Indianapolis, IN, David (Judy) Benoist, De Soto, MO; Matt (Dea) Benoist, De Soto, MO, Mitch (Debbie) Benoist, Festus, MO, Chris (Amy) Benoist, Imperial, MO, and Mendy (Jim) Beiser, Festus, MO; Grandchildren: Aiden; 12 Nephews; 9 Nieces; Great-Nieces and Nephews. Funeral Service Date and Time:  Friday, January 7, 2011 @ 11:00 AM. Place of Service:  Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiating:  Deacon Jerry Stoverink. Place of Burial:  Calvary Cemetery, De Soto, MO. Visitation: Thursday, January 6, 2011 4 PM – 8 PM. Memorials may be made to the Jefferson Regional Medical Center Hospice, #5 Industrial Dr., Crystal City, MO 63019 or the American Cancer Society. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

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Karen R. (Orr) Striler, 58, of Bonne Terre, passed away on Tuesday, January 4, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center. She was a homemaker,a former employee at Baisch Nursing Home, and a past member of the First Responders Community Rescue at Lake Timberline. She was born June 11, 1952, in St Louis to the late Don and Violet Orr. She is married to Dennis Striler and is survived by her daughter: Brandy Striler of Desloge, MO; sons: Tony (Rachel) Ellis of Illinois, and Brock Striler of Bonne Terre,MO; sisters: Lana (Dave) Diggs of Bellflower, MO, Gail (Jim) Sikes of Pilot Knob,MO, Violet Morland of Highland, IL, Donna Cassler of St Louis, MO, Marie Rohr of Florissant, MO and 5 grandchildren. In addition to her parents,she is preceded in death by her brother: Donis Orr and a sister: Anita Tate. A memorial gathering will be held on Saturday, January 8 from 11am-1pm at Bree-Mar Banquet Hall, 309 E Main, Park Hills, MO. Interment private: Memorials may be made towards funeral expenses.

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Gene H. Olson, age 83, of Hillsboro, Missouri passed away Wednesday, January 5, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Crystal City, Missouri.  He was born August 8, 1927 in Ludell, Kansas, he was the son of the late Bertha and Amos A. Olson. He is survived by his wife Maybelle H. (nee Roesch) Olson, daughter Debbie Strauss of Imperial, sons Gene Gary Olson and wife Patricia, Michael Olson and Bruce Olson all of Hillsboro, grandchildren Sarah Strauss, twins Jennifer and Jessica Olson, Jeffrey Olson and wife Erin and Rebecca Olson, and a brother Hank Olson and wife Mack from Atwood, Kansas.  He was preceded in death by brothers Fran and Donald Olson. He was a retired supervisor from Chemtec in Sauget, Illinois and served as a Sergeant in the United States Marine Corp. Private family services.

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Charles David Wilson, age 73, of  De Soto, MO, passed away January 5, 2011 at his residence in De Soto, MO. He was a Fork Lift Operator at Chrysler Corp. Born  December 30, 1937 in Leora, MO, he was the son of the late George Sr. and Nellie (nee Harris) Wilson. He is survived by his wife Nevada M. (Kennon) Slemmer Wilson (preceded in death by first wife, Gloma Wilson); Children: Holly (David) Clark, Bonne Terre, MO, Gary D. (Alicia) Slemmer, Jr., Farmington, MO, Angie Tidwell, Fredericktown, MO; (preceded in death by brothers, George and Roger Wilson; sisters, Linda Tesdall, and Patsy Aydt); Grandchildren: Lisa (Scott) Robinson, Billy & Jeremy Tidwell, David & Nathan Chitty (preceded in death by one grandson, Paxton Slemmer); Great-Grandchildren: Brooke Young, Krystin & Marissa Robinson, Gillian & Lukas Tidwell, and Blayze Chitty; Step-Grandchildren:  7; Step-Great Grandchildren: 14; Special Nephew:  Ronnie (Tracy) Southerland, Gerald, MO. He belonged to UAW Local #136. Funeral Service Date and Time:  Monday, January 10, 2011 @ 1:00 PM. Place of Service: Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiating:  Steve Stillman. Burial: Shepherd Hills Cemetery, Barnhart, MOVisitation: Sunday, January 9, 2011  4-8 PM. Memorials may be made to Make a Wish Foundation. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

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Yvonne “Shelby” LaBrayere, age 73 of Festus, Missouri passed away Thursday, January 6, 2011 at Hillcrest Care Center, DeSoto, Missouri.  She was born June 8, 1937 in Crystal City, Missouri the daughter of Georgia Ann (nee Carr) Courtois of Crystal City, Missouri and the late Joseph M. “Blackie” Courtois.  In addition to her father she is preceded in death by a daughter Sheryle Lynn (Chris survives) Thuesen and a brother Larry Courtois. She is survived by her husband Francis “Sonny” LaBrayere, sons Michael and Robert LaBrayere of Festus and David LaBrayere of Crystal City, a sister Linda (John) Ramey of Festus, 14 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren and 5 step-grandchildren. She was a homemaker and member of the Baptist faith. Visitation from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Sunday, January 9, 2011 Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus with services on Monday, January 10, 2011 at 10:00 A.M. Interment Rose Lawn Memorial Gardens, Crystal City, Missouri.  Memorials preferred to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

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Alice L. Kite, age 99, of De Soto, MO, passed away January 7, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center, Crystal City, MO. She was retired from Double Day Bookstore in St. Louis, MO; also worked for the National Sunday School Office of the Southern Baptist Convention. Born September 2, 1911 in De Soto, MO, she was the daughter of the late Chester H. & Sadie C. (nee Sansoucie) Kite. She was a member of the First Baptist Church – De Soto, where she taught Sunday School for 60 Years. She is survived by her Brother Aaron (Jeanette) Kite, De Soto, MO; Sister-in-law:   Mary Kite, De Soto, MO (Preceded in death by siblings: Ethel Aly, Lloyd Kite, Bernice Kite, Clinton Kite, & Earl Kite) and by Nieces and Nephew. Funeral Service Date and Time:  Sunday, Jan. 9, 2011 @ 1:30 PM. Place of Service: Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home, De Soto, MO. Officiating: Bro. Marvin Nobles. Burial: Moontown Cemetery, De Soto, MO. Visitation: Sat. Jan. 8, 2011 from 4-8 PM. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

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John Michael Partney, age 57, of Festus, Missouri passed away Friday, January 7, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Crystal City, Missouri.  He was born August 8, 1953 in St. Louis, Missouri the son of the late Devita (nee Merseal) and Everett Partney. He is survived by his wife Linda (nee Ladd) Partney, daughters Olivia Rector and husband David of Festus, Megan Pettus and husband Clint of Park Hills, Missouri, son Jonathan Partney and wife Crystal of Festus, grandchildren Alex, Brock and Zachary Rector, Bailee and Becca Partney and Trenton Pettus, sisters Wanda Phillips and the late husband Elvin of Springfield, Missouri, Doris Carlin and the late husband Louie of Festus, Darla Gartner and the late husband Bob of Ste. Genevieve, Missouri, brothers Donald Partney and wife Sherry of Festus, Paul “Gene Partney and the late wife Mary Ellen of Herculaneum, Missouri and Larry “Jim” Partney and wife Barb of Oakville, Missouri. He was a carpenter and member of Ketha Heights Baptist Church of Festus. Visitation at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus, 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, January 11, 2011 with funeral services 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, January 12, 2011.  Interment Rose Lawn Memorial Gardens, Crystal City, with Brother Randy Casey officiating.  Memorials preferred to the American Heart Association.

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Douglas Michael “Doug” Picarella, age 41 of Crystal City, Missouri passed away Friday, January 7, 2011 at his residence.  He was born March 4, 1969 in Crystal City, Missouri the son of Diana (nee Samnee) and Anthony “Tony” Picarella, III of DeSoto, Missouri. In addition to his parents he is survived by his wife, Dina (nee Tipton) Picarella and daughters Taylor and Emily Picarella of Crystal City, a sister Tanya Schumer of Pevely, Missouri, grandfather Tony Picarella, Jr. of Crystal City and mother-in-law Diana Tipton of Crystal City and numerous extended family members. He is preceded in death by grandparents Carmella Picarella and Lucille and Edwin Samnee. He was a member of Sacred Heart Church in Crystal City, Knights of Columbus council #1230, volunteer with the Crystal City Fire Department and employed in maintenance for Buzzi Unicem USA.Visitation from 3:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M., Monday, January 10, 2011 at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus, Missouri.  Funeral Mass 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, January 11, 2011 at Sacred Heart Church.  Officiating are Fr. Joseph Wormek, Pastor and Deacon Jerry Stoverink.  Interment Sacred Heart Cemetery, Crystal City.  Memorials preferred to the Picarella Children’s Fund or the American Cancer Society.

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Shirley Faye Vandermaden (nee Brooks), age 74, of Hillsboro, Missouri, died on January 8, 2011, in Hillsboro, Missouri. She was born on September 16, 1936, in St. Louis, Missouri. She was a retired cashier from the De Soto Walmart. Survived by, Husband-Harry Richard Vandermaden of Hillsboro, Missouri; Daughter-Donna Lou (Harry) Roland of Mapaville, Missouri, Daughter-Brenda L. Stegall, of Hillsboro, Missouri, Son-Terry W. Vandermaden, of Hillsboro, Missouri, Son-Raymond L. Vandermaden, of Fenton, Missouri, Son-Michael A. Vandermaden, of Hillsboro, Missouri, Brother-Tommy (Sandy) Brooks, of Pacific, Missouri, Granddaughter-Meranda Vandermaden, of Hillsboro, Missouri, Grandson-Craig Roland, of Arnold, Missouri, Grandson-Randy Roland, Festus, Missouri, Grandaughter-Shannon Bogardus, Housesprings, Missouri. Granddaughter-Erin Roland, of Mapaville, Missouri. Granddaughter-Christine VanDyke, of St. Louis, Missouri. Grandson-Raymond Coffey, of Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri, Grandson-Gregory Coffey, of Lake the Ozarks, Missouri. Also survived by three great grandchildren. Preceded in death by, Son-Richard L. Vandermaden, Father-William L. Brooks, Mother-Lovie Mae Brooks (nee Tucker). Visitation-Tuesday January 11, 2011, from 5 to 7:30 PM at Robert D. Brown Funeral Home, Hillsboro, Missouri. Funeral-Tuesday, January 11, 2011, at 7:30PM, in the Robert D. Brown Funeral Home Chapel. Memorials to the American Diabetes Associates

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Robert “Bob” L. Prinster, Sr., age 68, of De Soto, MO, passed away January 9, 2011 Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Crystal City, MO. He was a Structural Steel Draftsman for Industrial Detailing. Born June 3, 1942 in St. Louis, Missouri, he was the son of the late Albert and surviving mother Adele (Wiechens) Prinster who lives in O’Fallon, MO. He is also survived by his wife Peggy Lee (nee Lacy) Prinster of De Soto; Children: Bobby (Karen) Prinster, Jr., South St. Louis County, MO, Michael (Audra) Prinster, High Ridge, MO, Cathy (Gary) Whaley, De Soto, MO and Pam Prinster, De Soto, MO; Brothers & Sisters: Albert (Margie) Prinster, Jr., Bakersfield, CA, Rita (Tony) Armistead, O’Fallon, MO, Harold (Joann) Prinster, St. Peters, MO, Ronnie Prinster, Marthasville, MO, Vernon (Jill) Prinster, St. Peters, MO, Sister-in-law:  Judy Edwards, Schulenburg, TX, (preceded in death by one brother, Don Prinster); Grandchildren: 9. Member of Church:  De Soto Christian Church. Organizations:  Jefferson County 4H Horsemanship. Memorial Service Date and Time:  Thursday, January 13, 2011 @ 6:30 PM. Place of Service: Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiating:  Ron Follmer Visitation: Thursday, January 13, 2011 4 PM – 6:30 PM @ Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the Robert Prinster, Sr. Benefit Fund @ First State Community Bank. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

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Glen Edward Visnovske, age 61 of Festus, Missouri passed away Sunday, January 9, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center, Crystal City, Missouri.  He was born January 15, 2011 in St. Louis, Missouri the son of the late Alberta Laura (nee Frueh) and Anthony Visnovske. He is survived by his wife Carolyn (nee Dill) Visnovske and three brothers, James “Joe” (Karen) Visnovske of Festus, Fred “Fritz” (Debbie) Visnovske of Crystal City and William (Marylee) Visnovske of French Village, Missouri. He served in the United States Army during Vietnam, was an EMT with the Joachim Plattin Ambulance District, a member of Sacred Heart Church of Crystal City, Knights of Columbus Council #1230, VFW Post #3777 and the AMVETS. Visitation from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, January 12, 2011 at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus with funeral services Thursday, January 13, 2011 at 1:00 P.M. at the funeral home with Deacon Jerry Stoverink of Sacred Heart Church officiating.  Interment Danby Cemetery, Danby, Missouri.  Memorials preferred to the American Cancer Society.

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Robert “Bob” J. Bishop, II, age 52, of Festus, MO, passed away January 10, 2011 at his residence in Festus, MO. He worked in Maintenance at Fountainbleau Nursing Center; Self-Employed Painter. Born March 30, 1958 in St. Louis, MO, he was the son of the late Robert Joseph Bishop and Marie (Greenman) Bishop, Imperial, MO. Along with his Mother he is survived by his Wife: Trina (James) Bishop, Festus, MO; Daughter:  Whitney Bishop, Imperial, MO; Step-Children:  David (Sharleen) Ward, De Soto, MO, Robert (Marie Galster) James, De Soto, MO, Clarence (Julie Colter) James, De Soto, MO, James (Amanda) Ward, Jr., De Soto, MO, Dawn (James Stotler) Ward, Wentzville, MO; Brothers & Sisters: Jerry (Susan) Huckfeldt, Imperial, MO; James Huckfeldt, Robinsville, N.J.; Thomas (Susan) Huckfeldt, Ballwin, MO; Cheryl (Larry) Ruemmler, Charlotte, N.C.; Susan (Tony) Todaro, Imperial, MO; Michael (Angie) Bishop, Branson, MO; and Janet (Steve) Possel, Imperial, MO (preceded in death by one sister, Lisa Bishop). He was a member of the Book of Acts Church, De Soto, MO. Funeral Service Date and Time:  Saturday, January 15, 2011 @ 11:00 AM. Place of Service: Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiating:  Bro. David Godat. Burial: Woodlawn Cemetery, De Soto, MO. Visitation:  Friday, January 14, 2011 4 PM – 8 PM Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

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Eugene Chester Summers, age79 of Festus, Missouri passed away Monday, January 10, 2011 at his residence.  He was born January 29, 1931 in St. Louis, Missouri the son of the late Margarethe (nee Grube) and Richard A. Summers.  In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by a brother Virgil Summers, a sister Bernice (the late Dwayne) Robinson and a son-in-law Jeffrey Spooner. He is survived by his wife Shirley (nee Kluge) Summers of Festus, daughters Pamela Spooner of Rolla, Missouri and Tracy (Mark) Sullivan of Mehlville, Missouri, sons Eugene Chester (Heidi) Summers, Jr. of Forest Hill, Maryland, Thomas Summers of Festus and Maurice (Sandy) Summers of High Ridge, Missouri.  He is also survived by a brother Richard (Martha) Summers of Crestwood, Missouri, eleven grandchildren, Kate, Emily and Ellen Spooner, Jason, Nicholas and Holly Winters, Zachary Summers, Jacob, Clarissa and Mackenzie Sullivan, Madison Summers and one great-grandson Nathan Winters, sisters-in-law Joyce Summers and Marion Kluge and a brother-in-law Paul Kluge. He was a carpenter in the construction industry and a custodian at Seckman Elementary School.  He served in the United States Army during the Korean War. Memorial Gathering Sunday, January 23, 2011 from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus.  Memorial Service Monday, January 24, 2011 at 11:00 A.M. National Cemetery Chapel, Jefferson Barracks, Missouri with Rev. David T. Spooner, Oakville Missouri officiating.  Interment National Cemetery, Jefferson Barracks, Missouri.

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Richard Bruce Chandler, Sr., age 63 of Festus, Missouri passed away Tuesday, January 11, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center, Crystal City, Missouri.  He was born May 16, 1947 in St. Louis, Missouri the son of the late Evelyn (nee Thompson) and Perry Chandler.  In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by a daughter, Rischell Lynn Chandler. He is survived by his wife, Madlynn (nee Gorse) Chandler of Festus, two sons Richard Bruce (Karen Alger) Chandler, II of Hillsboro, Missouri and Robert Thomas (Jamie) Chandler, Sr. of Pevely, Missouri and four grandchildren Robert Thomas Chandler, II, Madlynn Elizabeth Chandler, Tyler Heath Alger and Desire Rose Alger. He was a mechanic in the auto repair industry. Private Family Services.

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Roger E. Franke, age 56 of Festus, Missouri passed away Thursday, January 13, 2011 at Barnes-Jewish Medical Center in St. Louis, Missouri.  He was born August 31, 1954 in St. Louis the son of  Betty Jeanne (nee Pratte) Franke of Festus and the late Dr. Robert C. Franke. He is survived by his wife Michelle (nee Beckett) Franke, daughters Rochelle Elizabeth Franke of Festus and Emily Ayers and husband Wes of Barnhart, Missouri, grandchildren Onyana and Aurora and a brother David B. Franke of Santa Fe, New Mexico. He was preceded in death by a brother Robert C. “Bobby” Franke, Jr. and his step-father and uncle Arthur C. Franke. He was the owner/operator of Twin City Honda-Suzuki motorcycle shop, a member of the Church of Our Lady in Festus, Elks Lodge #1721 and the Knights of Columbus Council #1230. Visitation at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus, 3:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Sunday, January 16, 2011.  Elks memorial service 7:00 P.M. Sunday.  Funeral Mass at Church of Our Lady, Festus 10:00 A.M. Monday, January 17, 2011 with Fr. John Kerber officiating.  Interment Sacred Heart Cemetery, Crystal City.  Memorials preferred to the American Liver Foundation or the Pony Bird Home in Mapaville, Missouri

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Thomas V. Boyer, age 82, of Festus, passed away Saturday, January 15, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center, Crystal City, Missouri.  He was born September 6, 1928 in Festus, Missouri the son of the late Frank and Helena (nee Boyer) Boyer.  In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by brothers Willie (the late Ruby) Boyer, Raymond (the late Maire) Boyer and Cecil (the late June) Boyer and one sister Edith (the late Monroe) Rolph. He is survived by his wife Barbara Jean (nee Leftridge) Boyer, three sons, Mark Thomas (Stephanie) Boyer of DeSoto, Rick (Karen Zerwig) Boyer of Bloomsdale and Martin (Angie) Boyer of Pacific, eight grandchildren, Sarah (Josh) Chamberlin, Tommy Boyer, Jacob Boyer, Taylor Boyer, Dylan Boyer, Josh Boyer, Mikayla Boyer and Robbie Ferguson, four great-grandchildren Nolan Chamberlin, Brandon Chamberlin, Ashton Boyer and Reese Boyer, two sisters, Alverta (the late Harry) Meyer of Festus and Shirley (Harold) Dittmaier of O’Fallon. He was a U.S. Army veteran, serving in Germany during the Korean War Era He was a glass cutter for Husdson Glass Company and also worked for C.E.S. Trucking Company. He was a member of the Sacred Heart Church of Crystal City.  He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus #1230, American Legion Post #253 and the Festus/Crystal City Conservation Club. Memorial Mass 11:00 A.M., Saturday, January 22, 2011 at Sacred Heart Church, Cryatsl City, Missouri, with Fr. Joseph Wormek officiating. 

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Jacqueline “Jackie” Jean Burton, age 56 of Pevely, Missouri passed away Saturday, January 15, 2011 at her residence.   She was born January 16, 1954 in St. Louis, Missouri the daughter of Geraldine (nee Olmsted) Meixner of Arnold, Missouri and the late Ernest Meixner. In addition to her mother she is survived by her son Eric Burton of Fenton, Missouri, a brother Ed (DeAnne) Meixner of Imperial, Missouri, sisters Jerry (the late James) Dierkes of St. Louis, Missouri, Pat (Bob) Echelmeyer of St. Louis, Donna Meixner of Arnold and Linda (Bill) Conner of Arnold. She was a member of Church of the Assumption, Herculaneum, Missouri, Mississippi River Eagles and the Herculaneum Amvets. Memorial Gathering 9:30 A.M. Saturday, January 22, 2011, Church of the Assumption followed by Memorial Mass at 11:00 A.M. officiated by Fr. Robert V. Fleiter, Pastor. Memorials preferred to Church of the Assumption.

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Carrie “Marcella” Cawvey, age 84 of Herculaneum, Missouri Passed away Saturday, January 15, 2011 at Festus Manor, Festus, Missouri.  She was born October 26, 1926 in Herculaneum, Missouri the daughter of the late Millard and Olive (nee Stritchfield) Reece.  In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband Gene F. Cawvey, brothers Tom, William, Daniel, Albert and Millard “John” Reece, sisters Gracie Douglas, Genevieve Sellers, Virgie Schultz and Nellie Copeland, and two grandchildren. She is survived by three sons Floyd D. (Julia Schumer) Cawvey of Mapaville, Sherdell Gene (Sue) Cawvey of Pevely and William L. (Diana) Cawvey of Hillsboro, sister Dorothy (the late Kenneth) Bequette of Pevely, 17 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. She was a homemaker. Visitation at Vinyard Hillcrest Funeral Home, Pevely, 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Monday, January 17, 2011 with funeral services on Tuesday, January 18, 2011 at 10:00 A.M. Interment Herculaneum Cemetery, Herculaneum, Missouri.  Memorials preferred to American Parkinson Disease Association.

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Harold L. Love, age 68, of Hillsboro, Missouri, passed away on Saturday, January 15, 2011, at his home in Hillsboro. He was born October 8, 1942, in St. Louis, Missouri. Harold and his wife Monika were married for 46 yrs. Harold was a Army veteran and  Past Post Commander of American Legion Post 253 in Festus, Missouri. Harold was also an avid outdoorsman. He is survived by, Wife- Monika Love ( nee Wyrwol) of Hillsboro, Missouri; Son- Thomas Love, of Wildwood, Missouri; Daughter- Kelly Keagy, of St. Peters, Missouri; Daughter- Michelle Hardin, of Hillsboro, Missouri. Also survived by his grandchildren- Kristen, Bryon, Monika, Jessica, Jordan, Alex, Jonathan and David. His great-grandchildren- Kaitlyn, Haley, Willem and Paisley. Preceded in death by, Daughter-Christine Council; Father-Marion Love; Mother-Vivian Love (nee Kelly). Memorial Visitation- will be held on Saturday, January 22, 2011, from 11AM to 12 Noon. Memorial Service- will be held on Saturday, January 22, 2011, at 12 Noon. The interment will be private. Memorials to The Fisher House Foundation - St. Louis at 1 Jefferson Barracks Road,  St. Louis, Missouri,  63125, would be appreciated by the family.

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Annetta Lee Dobbs Stroupe, age 85, of Crystal City, MO, passed away January 16, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center, Crystal City, MO. She had worked at Howard Industries and De Soto Shoe Factory. She was born October 11, 1925 in Festus, MO, the daughter of the late Harry and Viola Mae (nee Ogle) Rhineberger. Se was also preceded in death by her husbands, the late Calvin Dobbs and the late Charles Stroupe. She is survived by her children: Delores (David) Tuller, Scott City, MO, Paula (David Sr.) Naucke, De Soto, MO, Kathy (Don) Cage, De Soto, MO; Brothers & Sisters: Mary Lou Boyer, Crystal City, MO (preceded in death by one brother, Robert Rhineberger and brother-in-law, Boniface Boyer); Sister-in-Law:  Eleanor Rhineberger, Festus, MO; Grandchildren: Patrick (Rebecca) Tuller, David (Michelle) Naucke, Jr., Mark (Trisha) Naucke, Timothy Naucke, Melanie (Mike) Boyer, Steven (Dana) Cage, Candice (Cory Fix) Cage; Great-Grandchildren: 9. Member of Church:  First United Methodist Church of Festus Crystal City, MO. Funeral Service Date and Time:  Wednesday, January 19, 2011 @ 12:00 PM. Place of Service: Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiating:  Rev. Gary Grey. Burial: Rose Lawn Memorial Gardens, Crystal City, MO. Visitation:  Tuesday, January 18, 2011 4-8 PM. Expression of sympathy may be made in the form of donations to the First United Methodist Church, Festus, MO or the American Heart Association. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

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Suzanne Howard, age 68 of Festus, Missouri passed away Monday, January 17, 2011 at St. John’s Mercy Medical Center in Creve Coeur, Missouri.  She was born December 18, 1942 in St. Louis County, Missouri the daughter of the late Hattie (nee Sturtevin) and Dennis Jones. She is survived by her husband Donald G. Howard, daughters Renee Roberts and husband James “Ray” of Festus, Pattie Booker and husband Jim of Festus, Donna Whitener of Crystal City, Missouri and Wendi (Joe Streit) Hedrick of Festus, brothers Howard Jones of Crystal City and Paul Jones and wife Bobbie of Rocky Ridge, Missouri, eight grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and dearest friend Martha Rigor. She worked tending bar for many years at Quonset Inn Lanes in Crystal City. Visitation at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus, 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, January 19, 2011 with funeral services 11:00 A.M. Thursday, January 20, 2011.  Interment Rose Lawn Memorial Gardens, Crystal City with Rev. Kenneth Goodbread of Olive Branch, Illinois officiating. 

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Dorothy A. Coxwell, age 83, of De Soto, MO, passed away January 18, 2011 at her De Soto residence. She worked for many years as a sales clerk for Hunter Meat Company and later worked as a business manager for several local automobile dealers & De Soto School District. She was born April, 16, 1927          in De Soto, MO. She was the daughter of the late Frederick C. and Frances A. (nee Brady) Wall. She was also preceded in death by her husband. the late William R. “Bill” Coxwell. She is survived by her Children: Emily (Mike) Francis, Manchester, MO and William (Michelle) Coxwell, De Soto, MO (preceded in death by an infant daughter). She is also survived by Brothers & 2 Sisters: Fred (Pat) Wall, De Soto, Mary Lou Holt, Manchester, MO; (preceded in death by a sister: Jane Stephens; 3 Grandchildren: Meredith (Fernando) Espinoza, Elizabeth (Charlie) Vahey, and Alexander Francis; 3 Great-Grandchildren: Hayden Jane, Pierce, Emilia. Mrs. Coxwell was an active member of Hope United Church of Christ, De Soto, and PEO. Funeral Service Date and Time: Memorial Service Sat., January 22, 2011, 11:00am. Place of Service: Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiating: Rev. Sharon Maddox. Burial: De Soto City Cemetery. Visitation: Memorial Gathering Saturday 10:00am until service time. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Susan G. Komen Foundation, Attn. Donor Services, P.O. Box 650309, Dallas, TX 75265-0309. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

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Leroy B. Jensen, age 92 of Pevely, Missouri passed away Wednesday, January 19, 2010 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center, Crystal City, Missouri.  He was born August 31, 1918 in St. Louis, Missouri.  He is preceded in death by his parents and his wife Loraine M. “Babe” (nee Stewart) Jensen. He is survived by his sons Leroy B. Jensen, Jr. and William J. Jensen both of Pevely. He was a retired electrician. Graveside services to be held Monday, January 24, 2011 at Zion Lutheran Cemetery, Pevely with Rev. Terry Crank, Pastor of First Christian Church of Hematite/Disciples of Christ officiating.

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Joel Dean Zimpfer, age 54 of Pevely, Missouri passed away Wednesday, January 19, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center, Crystal City, Missouri.  He was born May 12, 1956 in St. Louis, Missouri the son of the late Marie Katherine (nee Meng) and Edward Irvin Zimpfer.  In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his brother Edward D. Zimpfer. He is survived by sons Justin Zimpfer of Crystal City, Missouri and Zach Zimpfer of DeSoto, Missouri, granddaughters Alivia and Emma Lynn Zimpfer, sisters Sherry Zimpfer of DeSoto and Carol (Emerald) Kohler of Jefferson City, Missouri, brothers Gary (Carol) Zimpfer of Imperial, Missouri and Steven (Melissa) Zimpfer of Farmington, Missouri. He was a member of Charter Baptist Church of DeSoto, Missouri. Memorial Gathering from 3:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M. Saturday, January 29, 2011 at Charter Baptist Church, DeSoto followed by Memorial Service at 5:00 P.M.

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Sanda R. Hurtgen-Johnston, age 69, of Festus, Missouri passed away Thursday, January 20, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Crystal City, Missouri.  She was born January 13, 1942 in Atkins, Arkansas the daughter of the late Zella (nee Virden) and Marvin Gullett.  Also preceding her in death was her husband Eugene P. “Gene” Johnston, sisters Linda Levan Travis, Brenda L. Dollar, brothers Irvin Earl Gullett, Billy Gene Gullett and John Harold Gullett. She is survived by daughter Sheila Kay Hurtgen of Festus, sons Don Wayne Hurtgen and wife Julie of Festus, Michael Alan Hurtgen and wife Kimberly Rene of Ste. Genevieve, Missouri, Marty Shane Hurtgen and fiance’ Kimberly Craig of Crystal City, grandchildren Ryan Scott Hurtgen, Sarah Ann Duncan, Alicia Michelle Hurtgen, Allison Nicole Hurtgen, Codie Shane Hurtgen, Shanda Stevens and Brittney Lynn Urfer, six great-grandchildren, sister Sharon “Sherry” Ellis of Marquand, Missouri and brother Bob Gullett and wife Karen of Marquand. Visitation at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus, 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Saturday, January 22, 2011 with funeral service 2:00 P.M. Sunday January 23, 2011.  Interment Rose Lawn Memorial Gardens, Crystal City.  Memorials preferred to Jefferson Regional Medical Center Hospice, Crystal City.

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Edward L. Flynn, age 63 of Festus, Missouri passed away Friday, January 21, 2011 at Barnes-Jewish Medical Center in St. Louis, Missouri.  He was born August 28, 1947 in Festus, the son of the late Timothy Edward and Evelyn M. (nee Bourisaw) Flynn. He is survived by his wife Becky (nee Engelhardt) Flynn, daughter Amanda Flynn of Festus, sister Carolyn Marie Bairett of Sauget, Illinois, sister-in-laws Michelle Engelhardt, Linda Clemens, nephew and Niece Richie and Rio Clemens, mother-in-law Millie (nee Mack) Engelhardt and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.  In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a brother-in-law Earl Bairett and father-in-law Lawrence Engelhardt. He served in the U.S. Navy, worked in maintenance for Jefferson College and was a member of the American Bowling Association. Memorial gathering at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, January 26, 2011 with memorial services at 4:00 P.M. officiated by Deacon Jerry Stoverink of Sacred Heart Church, Crystal City, Missouri.  Interment National Cemetery, Jefferson Barracks, Missouri.   Memorials preferred to the Jefferson College Foundation, 100 Viking Drive, Hillsboro, Missouri 63050 or the Humane Society of Jefferson County, P.O. Box 475, Fenton, Missouri 63026.

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Kimberly Kay Reich, age 53 of Festus, Missouri passed away Friday, January 21, 2011 at her residence.  She was born December 1, 1957 in East St. Louis, Illinois. She is survived by her husband Robert J. Reich, parents Dorothy Maude (nee Hendrickson) and David Young of Festus, daughter Adrienne N. Jacquot and husband Ryan of Basco, Illinois, sons Robert J. Reich, Jr. of St. Louis, Missouri, David W. Reich and Anthony M. Reich both of Festus, brother Frank Serrano of Collinsville, Illinois, sisters Toni (Dan) Jones of Festus, Tanya Bradshaw and husband Scott of Festus, Rhonda Johnston and husband Ron of Festus, Tammy Young of Festus and Marsha Dietz and husband Harry of Nashville, Illinois. She was preceded in death by her biologic father Frank Serrano. She worked in the maternity ward of Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Crystal City, Missouri as an OB tech. Visitation at Vinyard Funeral Home in Festus, 4:00P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Monday, January 24, 2011.  Funeral services at the funeral home 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, January 25, 2011 with pastor Clete Reed of Freedom Worship Center, Festus, officiating.   Interment Rose Lawn Memorial Gardens, Crystal City.  Memorials preferred to the Kim Reich Family Trust, c/o US Bank, Crystal City.

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Kenneth Irvin Gau, age 80 of Hillsboro, Missouri, formerly of Pevely, Missouri passed away Saturday, January 22, 2011 at St. Anthony’s Medical Center in South St. Louis County, Missouri.  He was born April 27, 1930 in St. Louis County Missouri the son of the late Mamie (nee Younker) and Irvin Gau. He is survived by his wife of 55 years Rita (nee Coffman) Gau, daughter Roxanne Howard and husband Henry of Pevely, sons Gregory Gau of Hillsboro, Keith Gau and wife Denetta of Hillsboro, Wayne Gau of Hillsboro and Joseph Gau and wife Jill of Fenton, Missouri, sisters Carol Gau and Karen Tindall both of St. Louis, Missouri, brother Donald Gau and wife Mary of Festus, Missouri, grandchildren Bradley Gau, Brittney Gau, Syndey Gau, Joseph Gau Jr., Steven Gau, James Howard and wife Rachel, Jennifer Cox and husband Shane and Jonathan Howard, great-grandchildren Page, Cloe, Carter and Riley Cox, Wyatt, Jonathan and Nichole Howard. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a son Jeffrey Gau, sister Sr. Margaret Gau and a brother Robert Gau. He was an Army Veteran from the Korean War, member of Church of The Assumption in Herculaneum, Missouri, Knights of Columbus Council #1230 and a retired truck driver from Bussen Quarry in South St. Louis County, Missouri.Visitation at Vinyard Hillcrest Funeral Home, Pevely, Missouri 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, January 26, 2011.  Funeral Mass at Church of The Assumption, Herculaneum, Missouri 10:00 A.M. Thursday, January 27, 2011 with Fr. Robert V. Fleiter officiating.  Interment National Cemetery, Jefferson Barracks, Missouri.    

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Virginia R. Pyatt, age 76, of De Soto, MO, passed away January 22, 2011 in Cottage Hills, IL. She worked in factory for Procter and Gamble. Born November 10, 1934 in St. Louis, MO, she was the daughter of the late Henry & Colleta (nee Buchheit) Hebenstreit. She was also preceded in death by her husband the late Vince Pyatt. She is survived by her children: Roxanne (Glenn) Sickmeier – De Soto, MO, Justine “Dusty” (Rick) Ulrich – Cottage Hills, MO, Athena (Virgil) Bettorf – Alton, IL, Mike (Cathy Davis) Koenig – Imperial, MO, Curtis (Nicole) Anderson – Dittmer, MO, Gary (Linda) Anderson – Louisiana (Preceded in death by one son – Blaine Robert Koenig); Brothers & Sisters: Jerry Hebenstreit – Lemay, MO, Betty Raye – De Soto, MO, June Schaeffer – Lemay, MO, Eddie Hebenstreit – St. Louis, MO, Preceded in death by siblings: Felix Hebenstreit, Paul “Buddy” Hebenstreit, & Marge Adams; Grandchildren: 13 (Preceded in death by one grandson, Ronald Dale Jones Jr.); Great-Grandchildren: 7. Visitation: Saturday January 29, 2011 from 3-8 PM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Prayer Service during the Visitation on Saturday. As an expression of sympathy memorials may be sent to: Show Me a Cure, P.O. Box 2283, Florissant, MO 63032. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

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Steven A. “Sparky” Sparks, II, age 73, of De Soto, MO, passed away January 22, 2011 at his residence. He was a retired Carman for St. Louis Refrigerator Car. Born May 16, 1937 in St. Louis, MO, he was the son of the late Steven A. Sparks Sr. and Luretta Rogers. He is survived by his wife Nancy Lou (Wilkinson) Sparks; Children: Amy (Ron Lewis) Rudd, De Soto, MO, Steven A. Sparks, III, Desloge, MO (preceded in death by one daughter, Mary Ellen Wagner); Grandchildren: 9, David, Andy & Megan, Alexis, Alyssa, Alexander, Aldyn, Brittanie, and Steve, IV; Great-Grandchildren: 4. Organizations:  Amvets Post #48, American Legion Post #253, V.F.W. Post 1831. Funeral Service Date and Time:  Wednesday, January 26, 2011 at 11:00 AM. Place of Service: Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiating:  Rev. Greg McCord. Burial: Woodlawn Cemetery, De Soto, MO. Visitation: Tuesday, January 25, 2011 4-8 PM. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

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Mathue L. Miller, age 83, of De Soto, MO, passed away January 23, 2011 at St. John’s Medical Center in St. Louis, MO. He was a salesman for Finnical Tire Co. & Owned a Real-Estate Sign Rental Company. Born January 28, 1927 in Wortham, MO, he was the son of the late William F. and Dora (Robare) Miller. Along with his parents he e was preceded in death by his Wife, the late Virginia Louise (Gillam) Miller. He is survived by his children: Dennis (Paula) Miller, De Soto, MO, Kevin L (Melinda) Miller, Charleston, MO, Cindy L. Miller, De Soto, MO, Beth (Barry) Yancey, De Soto, MO; Brothers & Sisters: (preceded in death by 5 sisters, Louise Denton, Ruby Choate, Birdie Brazzel, Inez Rhodes, & Genevieve Rickard and 1 brother, Marion "Bud" Miller.); Grandchildren: 6 – Annie (Patrick) McManus, Jessie (Kerri) Miller, Jennifer (Daniel Barnes) Miller, Tiffany Johner, Kyle Yancey, & Alyssa Yancey; Great-Grandchildren: 3 – Brendan, Samuel & Jackson McManus. Member of: Dillon Chapter OES, Scottish Rite Bodies, South County Shriner’s Club, De Soto Lodge #119 AF & AM, & Irondale Lodge #143 AF & AM. Mr. Miller served in the U.S. Army during WWII. Funeral Service Date and Time:  Friday, January 28, 2011 @ 1 PM. Place of Service: Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiating: Rick White. Burial: Four Seasons Mausoleum – Woodlawn Cemetery. Visitation: Thursday, January 27, 2011 from 4-8 PM. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

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Anthony “Pickles” J. Torrence, age 83, of De Soto, Missouri, passed away of January 24, 2011, in St. Louis, Missouri. He was born on April 12, 1927, in Herculaneum, Missouri.  Anthony and his wife Pearl were married on January 15, 1949. Anthony was retired military, Korean war veteran, lifetime member of De Soto Elks, Member of St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, De Soto, Missouri, was a 4th degree Knight, member of De Soto Knights of Columbus, and Cardinal Glennon Association. He is survived by, Wife-Pearl Torrence (nee Krodinger) of De Soto, Missouri; Brother-Oscar “Tiny” (Betty) Torrence of Herculaneum, Missouri, Brother-George (Patricia) Stumpf of Ballwin, Missouri; Brother-in-law-George R. “Junior” (Rose) Krodinger, of De Soto, Missouri; Friend-Skip (Carol) Newbury of De Soto, Missouri. Also survived by 15, nieces, 7, nephews, and many great and great-great nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by, Father-Jesse F. Torrence, Mother-Emma Margaret Torrence Stumpf (nee Bequette), Sister-Freda Leonard, Sister-Virginia Vanetta, Brother-Henry Torrence, Sister-in-law-Vivian Vivrett, One Nephew. Visitation- Thursday, January 27, 2011, from 4 to 8PM at Robert D. Brown Funeral Home Inc. Hillsboro, Missouri. Funeral Mass-Friday, January 28, 2011, at 11am at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, De Soto, Missouri. Interment-Jefferson Barracks, National Cemetery, St. Louis, Missouri. Memorials to-St. Rose Adopt an Angel, would be appreciated by the family.

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Lloyd Nelson Thuesen, age 95 of Crystal City, Missouri passed away Tuesday, January 25, 2011 at Crystal Oaks Skilled Nursing Center in Crystal City, Missouri.  He was born December 26, 1915 in Hematite, Missouri the son of the late Margaret “Nell” (nee Vinyard) and John L. Thuesen.  In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by a brother, John “Norval” Thuesen. He is survived by his wife Rita (nee Ganahl) Thuesen of Crystal City. Mr. Thuesen was the owner/operator of the Lloyd N. Thuesen Insurance Agency in Festus, Missouri, member of Sacred Heart Church in Crystal City where he was one of the first Lay Ministers and Past President of the Parish Council, Past President of the Twin City Chamber of Commerce, member of VFW Post #3777, Elks Lodge #1721, Knights of Columbus #1230.  He served in the United States Army during World War II in the Philippines and New Guinea where he was awarded 2 Bronze Stars. Visitation Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus, Sunday, January 30, 2011 from 3:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. with 10:00 A.M. funeral mass on Monday, January 31, 2011 at Sacred Heart Church, Crystal City officiated by Fr. Joseph Wormek, Pastor.  Interment National Cemetery, Jefferson Barracks, Missouri.  Memorials preferred to the Sacred Heart Music Ministry, Masses or to the Donor’s Choice.

Carolyn Mae Barrett (nee Mulkey), age 62, of Hillsboro, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, January 27, 2011, in Festus, Missouri. She was born March 9, 1948, in St. Louis, Missouri. She is survived by, Daughter-Connie (Douglas Burneson) Ross of Arnold, Missouri, Daughter-Angela (Dan) Cuddy of Festus, Missouri. Also survived by her grandchildren, Jonathan, Kristina, Jennifer, and Johnnie Stevens III. Preceded in death by, Husband-Roger Barrett, Father-Robert Mulkey, Jennie Lee Mulkey (nee Bauer, Carolyn was cremated. Memorials to the Lung Cancer Foundation or the American Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.

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Nicholas K. Wagner, age 31, of De Soto, Missouri, passed away suddenly on January 29, 2011, in St. Francois County. He was born December 6, 1979, in St. Louis, Missouri. He is survived by, Wife-Christina Wagner of De Soto, Missouri; Daughter-Emily Wagner of De Soto, Missouri; Son-Benjamin Wagner of De Soto, Missouri; Son-Noah Wagner of De Soto, Missouri; Father-Donald Wagner and Mother-Frances Wagner (nee Joanis) of De Soto, Missouri; Sister-Debra (Kenneth) Smith, Valley Park, Missouri; Sister-Katie Wagner of De Soto, Missouri; Sister-Judy Wagner of Hillsboro, Missouri; Sister-Sarah Wagner of De Soto, Missouri. Preceded in death by, Grandfather-Irvin Wagner; Grandmother-Ruth Wagner (nee Mosberger); Grandfather-George Joanis; Grandmother-Bernice Joanis (nee Wegener). Visitation-Sunday February 6, 2011, from 4 to 8PM at the Robert D. Brown Funeral Home, Hillsboro, Missouri, 63050. Funeral-Monday February 7, 2011 at 11AM in the Robert D. Brown Funeral Home Chapel. Memorials- The family has established a memorial fund for Nicholas’s children at PNC Bank in De Soto, Missouri. Donations to this fund would be appreciated by the family.

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William Trenton Owens, age 57 of Fenton, Missouri, formerly of Festus/Crystal City, Missouri passed away Sunday, January 30, 2011, at de Greef Hospice House in St. Louis County, Missouri.  He was born September 6, 1953 in St. Louis, Missouri the son of the late Esmer Brent and Katherine Virginia (nee Skaggs) Owens. He is survived by his brother, John (Anna) Owens of Ash Grove, Missouri, sister, Adrienne “Lee” Owens of Creve Coeur, Missouri, nieces, Christine (Wes) Roberts of St. Louis, Missouri, Cythnia (Mark) England of St. Louis, Missouri, nephews, Timothy Owens of St. Louis, Missouri, Kevin (Melissa) Owens of St. Louis, Missouri and John (Kelly) Owens of Springfield, Missouri. He was the manager of the Shell Service Station in Crystal City, Missouri and a member of the Zion Lutheran Church of Hillsboro, Missouri. Visitation 12:00 Noon to 1:00 P.M., Friday, February 4, 2011 at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus, Funeral Services 1:00 P.M., Friday, February 4, 2011 at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus, with Dr. Mart Thompson officiating.  Interment Shepherd Hills Cemetery, Barnhart, Missouri.  Memorials preferred to the American Cancer Society or St. Anthony’s Hospice.

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