July 2011 Obituaries

Michael "Tim" T. Finnegan, age 68, of Bonne Terre,  MO entered into rest on Saturday, July 2, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center. He was a retired mill worker. He enjoyed playing horseshoes, his family and loved woodworking. Born June 29, 1943, in St Louis, MO to Kathleen (Cooper) Finnegan of Glendale, MO and the late Dick Finnegan. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife of 45 years: Cheryl (Vanost) Finnegan of Bonne Terre, MO; sons: Sean (Kukla) Finnegan of O'Fallon, MO and Bryan (Jennifer) Finnegan of O'Fallon, MO; daughters: Quinn (Sean) Ryan of Union, MO and Coleen (Matt) Langston of Farmington, MO; 8 grandchildren; brother: Dan (Ann) Finnegan of Wildwood, MO and sister: Sandra Finnegan of Glendale, MO. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his brother: Richard Finnegan. Private services were held. Arrangements by Mahn Twin City Chapel in Festus.

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Clara Velma (nee Roth) Mahue, 92 of Festus, Missouri passed away Saturday, July 2, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center, Crystal City, Missouri.  She was born September 11, 1918 in Little Rock, Arkansas, the daughter of the late William and Wilma (nee Layton) Roth. She is survived by daughter Maryellen (the late William) Gardner of Festus, son Charles (Ruth) Mahue, Jr. of Festus, Brothers James “Jimmy” (Bernetta) of Ozora, Missouri, Harvey (Jeanette) Roth of Ozora, Missouri and Floyd (Theresa) Roth of Bloomsdale, Missouri, Grandchildren Charles “Tommy” (Erin) Gardner, Connie L. Kraus, Kimberly L. Taylor, Charles D. (Reba) Mahue, Tina (Jay) Rosener and Kevin (Heather) Mahue, Great-Grandchildren Jeffery Gardner, April (Ashley) Rounkles, James “JT” (Sara) Taylor, III, Jeremiah (Ashley) Taylor, Michael Kraus, Jr., Crystal Kraus, Kacey (Terry) Stewart, Zachary Gardner, Robert (Laura) Rosener, Matthew Rosener, Eric Mahue, Katlyni Mahue, McKenzie Mahue and Amy Losh, Great-Great-Grandchildren Jet, Kaleigh, Jaydon, Terry, Nicholas, Andrew, Alison and Grace. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by Brothers Charles Roth and Lester Roth, Sisters Louise B. (the late Enoch “Bud”) Windes, Virgie Roth and Jackie Roth. She was a homemaker and a member of Church of Our Lady in Festus. Visitation at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus, 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M., Wednesday, July 6, 2011 with Mass 11:00 A.M., Thursday, July 7, 2011, Interment National Cemetery, Jefferson Barracks, Missouri.

Dorothy J. Poole, age 87, of Festus, MO, passed away on Saturday, July 2, 2011 at Festus Manor Nursing Home. She was a homemaker. Born December 19, 1923, in Spokane, Washington to the late John and Grace (Hollenbeck) Ely. She was married to the late Ralph E. Poole who preceded her in death in 2000.She is survived by her sons: Donald Gwinn of State College, PA, Richard (Eloise) Gwinn of Paraquay, South America, David (Gerri) Gwinn of Lititz, PA, Larry (Linda) Gwinn of Eustis, FL and Mark (Nadia) Gwinn of Springfield, MO; daughters: Victoria (Stanley) King of Barnhart, MO, Susan (Chuck) Ortinau of Aurora, IL and Candace (Hurschel) Alexander of Festus, MO: 22 grandchildren, 35 great grandchildren and sisters: Nancy Dvornak of Chicago, IL, Darlene (Don) Byrnes of TX, and Beverly Erdman of Spokane, Wa. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her daughter: Grayce Gentry, brother: Wayne Ely and 2 sisters: Betty and Joan. Private services were held.Arrangements by Mahn Twin City Chapel of Festus.

Larry Lee Thurman, age 67, of Festus, MO, entered into rest on Saturday, July 2, 2011 at Festus Manor Nursing Home. He was a retired mechanic who worked at Lewis Motors and was a United States Army veteran who served his country during the Vietnam War. Born January 20, 1944, in Festus, MO to the late Leland and Grace (Murray) Thurman. He is survived by his friend and former spouse: Nancy Thurman of Festus; son: Chris Thurman of Festus; daughter: Michele Chesnut of Bonifay, FL; granddaughter: Angelica Sprous-Thurman; brother; Darrel (Barb) Thurman of Festus, MO; and sisters: Lela Ferguson of Festus, MO and Mary LaBrot of Crystal City, MO. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother: Roland Thurman. Private funeral service with military honors was held on Monday, July 11, 2011 at 1PM at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. Memorials may be made to family for funeral expenses.

Connie M. Christian, age 54, of De Soto, Missouri, passed away July 3, 2011 at her residence in De Soto, MO. She was a Medical Technician at Jefferson Regional Medical Center, Crystal City, MO. Born July 31, 1956 in De Soto, Missouri, she was the daughter of the late Raymond F. Dierks and Loretta (nee Valle) Dierks, De Soto, MO. Along with her Mother she is survived by her Husband: Robert L. Christian; Children: Robert “Dale” (Debra) Christian, De Soto, MO, Corey (Taylor Fast) Christian, De Soto, MO Lisa Christian, De Soto, MO; Brothers & Sisters: Loraine Christian, De Soto, MO, Bob Dierks, De Soto, MO, Frank (Patty) Dierks, De Soto, MO, Tim (Sherry) Dierks, De Soto, MO, Kathy (Steve) Bequette, Hillsboro, MO (preceded in death by sisters, Debora and Marsha Dierks); Grandchildren: 9, Destiny, Cheyanne, Dale II, Ashley, Dakota, Kassidy, Courtney, Ethan, and Miley. Funeral Service: Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 1:00 PM Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiated by: Bishop Ben Wright. Place of Burial:  Woodlawn Cemetery, De Soto, MO. Visitation: Wednesday, July 6, 2011 4-8 PM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

William A. “Bill” DeClue, Sr., age 61, of Richwoods, Missouri, formerly of Festus, Missouri, passed away Sunday, July 3, 2011 at Washington County Memorial Hospital in Potosi, Missouri.  He was born March 4, 1950 the son of the late Judith Maxine (nee Farnham) and Augustus Thomas DeClue, Sr. He is survived by his wife Patricia Ann (nee Woolbright) DeClue, daughter Sandra A. Knotts of Crystal City, Missouri, sons William A. “Billy” DeClue, Jr. of DeSoto, Missouri and Charles “Stephen” DeClue of Festus, brother Augustus T. “Gus” DeClue, Jr. and wife Doris of Festus, sisters Jane Grasso of Viburnum, Missouri, Janice S. Hanson of Festus and Judy Marie Revelle of Richwoods, granddaughters Danielle Nicole and Kristen Lynn Knotts and grandson Alan Nash DeClue. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by a brother-in-law James F. Hanson. He was a farmer and owner/operator of DeClue’s Grave and Welding Service, a member of Elks Lodge #1721 and the Mississippi River Eagles Club #4341.Visitation at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus, 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Thursday, July7, 2011, then at St. Stephen’s Catholic Church, Richwoods, after 9:00 A.M. with funeral mass at 10:00 A.M., Friday, July 8, 2011.  Interment Horine Cemetery, Richwoods.  Memorials preferred to the American Diabetes Assn.

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Chance Tatum Nathan Barnett, age 4 months, of Crystal City, MO entered into rest on Monday, July 4, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center. He was the infant son of Lorie Barnett of Crystal City, MO and Eric Cook of Festus,  MO. He is also survived by his brothers: Carter Cerniceck of Crystal City, MO, Canyin Barnett of Crystal City MO and Carson Barnett of Crystal City, MO; sister: Camree Barnett of Crystal City, MO; grandparents: Mark and Michelle Brown of Festus, MO and Aaron Brown of Hillsboro, MO; great grandparents: Harry and Barbara Horton of Kansas City, MO; aunts: Dawn Barnett of St Louis, MO and Ashley Barnett of Hillsboro MO and Tabitha Conner of Festus, MO and cousins: Riley Hausgen of Hillsboro, MO and Darain Barnett of St Louis MO. He was preceded in death by his grandfather: Duncan Cook and great grandmother: Janet Conner. Funeral services were held on Saturday, July 9, 2011 at 1PM at Mahn Twin City Chapel in Festus. Service was officiated by Reverend Ernest Gilstrap. Visitation was from 10AM-1PM. Interment Peaceful Ridge Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the family.

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Lyle E. Freeland, age: 91, of De Soto, Missouri, passed away July 4, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Crystal City, MO. He was a Homebuilder; also worked at McDonell-Douglas Aircraft and Pundeman Ford. Born February 4, 1920 in Belaire, IL, he was the Son of the late Walter G. and Olive Margaret (Randolph) Freeland. He was married to Nellie M. (nee Forbes) Freeland. He is survived by his Daughter: Marjorie (Bill) Broeker, Hillsboro, MO (preceded in death by daughter, Marilyn Freeland); Brothers & Sisters: (preceded in death by a sister, Rowena McGarvey); Grandchildren: One grandson, William Broeker, Jr., Cedar Hill, MO (preceded in death by one grandchild, Tamara Broeker). Organizations: VFW Post #1831; served in the U.S. Army. Funeral Service: Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 10:00 AM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiated by:  Rev. Bruce Valle. Place of Burial:  Washington Street Cemetery, Casey, IL. Visitation: Friday, July 8, 2011   9 AM – 10 AM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

Lowell James Martin, age 62, of Crystal City, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, July 5, 2011 at John Cochran V. A. Medical Center in St. Louis, Missouri.  He was born December 28, 1948 in St. Louis, the son of the late James Sylvester Martin and the late Lelah Myrtle (nee Vinyard) Martin-Maurais. He is survived by his wife Katherine (nee Go) Martin, sisters Lonie Ruth Ross and husband Clifford W. of West Plains, Missouri, Becky Propst and husband Larry of Festus, Missouri and Donna Elaine Ryan of Arnold, Missouri, numerous nieces and nephews. He was an Air Force Veteran of the Vietnam War, a Data Processor for the V.A. Records Management Center in St. Louis, member of the First United Methodist Church in Festus and VFW Post #3777. Visitation at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus after 10:00 A.M. with funeral services at 2:00 P.M., Saturday, July 9, 2011 officiated by Rev. Linda Murry, Pastor, Zion United Methodist Church, Mapaville, Missouri.  Interment Presbyterian/Methodist Cemetery, Festus.  Memorials preferred to the American Red Cross.

Oscar William Roth, Jr., age 85, of Festus, Missouri passed away Friday, July 8, 2011 at his residence.  He was born September 25, 1925 in Festus, the son of the late Emma C. (nee Bauman) and Oscar M. Roth.  He is survived by his wife Mary Lou (nee Koehler) Roth, sons Robert A. Roth and wife Mary of Festus and Michael J. Roth and wife Mary Jo of St. Louis, Missouri, daughters Linda Sue Wilhelm and husband James Pingel of O’Fallon, Missouri and Sharon Chapman and husband Steve of Leawood, Kansas, grandchildren Thomas L. Kennedy and wife Dianna, Shawn P. Kennedy, Melissa M. Rebore and husband Bill, Matthew Chapman and wife Brandy, Aaron Chapman and wife Heather, Andrew Chapman, Jeremy Alan Roth and wife Carolyn, Kate Elizabeth Cully and husband Ross, Emily Rae Roth, Clayton M. Roth and wife Colleen, Justin W. Roth, Jon C. Roth and Kellie Jo F. Roth and 11 great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by brothers Thomas E. and Cletus M. Roth, sister Marie (Glen Survives) Crump and sister-in-law Mildred “Midge” Roth. He served in England, France and Germany in the U.S. Army during WW2, was a retired crane operator from the Pittsburg Plate Glass plant in Crystal City, a member of the Church of Our Lady in Festus, American Legion #253, life member of VFW #3777, Elks Lodge #1721 life member, former Elks Bowling Assn. state president, and charter member of the Mississippi  River Eagles club. Visitation at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Monday, July 11, 2011.  Funeral Mass 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, July 12, 2011 at Church of Our Lady, Festus with Fr. John Kerber officiating.  Interment Sacred Heart Cemetery, Crystal City.  Memorials preferred to Church of Our Lady School or the Church of Our Lady.

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Violet Marie Vaughn, age 92, of Bloomsdale, Missouri, passed away Friday, July 8, 2011 at Baisch Nursing Center, DeSoto, Missouri.  She was born June 6, 1919 in Cadet, Missouri, the daughter of the late Minnie E. (nee Scott) and Martin L. Goff.  She also was preceded in death by her husband Robert G. Vaughn, a brother Herbert “Dick” Goff, and a brother-in-law Pete Reineer. She is survived by her daughter Karen P. Apple and husband Loyd of Pacific, Missouri, sons Robert Martin “Marty” Vaughn and wife Susan of Bloomsdale and Charles Daniel “Charlie” Vaughn and wife Karen of Bloomsdale, sisters Joyce Lansing and husband Lester of St. Louis, Missouri and Rose Frances Reineer of Buffalo, Missouri, sister-in-law Eleanor Goff of Bonne Terre, Missouri, 14 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. She was a homemaker and member of First Baptist Church of Festus-Crystal City. Visitation 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M., Sunday, July 10, 2011 at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus with funeral service 11:00 A.M. Monday, July 11, 2011, officiated by Rev. Dr. Curtis Porter, pastor of First Baptist Church of Festus-Crystal City, Missouri.  Interment Rose Lawn Memorial Gardens, Crystal City.  Memorials in her memory may be made to the building fund of First Baptist Church of Festus-Crystal City.

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Ronald Joseph Burgess Jr. age 50, of Festus, MO, entered into rest on Saturday, July 9, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center. He was a crane and forklift operator at Precoat Metals. Born December 12, 1960, in East St Louis, IL to Barbara J. (Beever) Kentch of Festus, MO and the late Ronald J. Burgess Sr. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife of 19 years: Tonya (McGrew) Burgess of Festus, MO; son: Cody Chilton of Las Vegas, NV; daughters: Lisa (Christopher) Richard of Herculaneum, MO and Sarah Burgess of Festus, MO; 6 grandchildren: Justin, Jacob, Jackson, Dylan, Dalton and Delanie; brothers: Robbie (Synde) Burgess of Festus, MO, Danny (Amelia)  Burgess of Illinois and David Burgess of Illinois; sisters: Margie (John) Passmore of Barnhart, MO, Carol Black of Festus, MO, Diane Hunter of Festus, MO and Rhonda Abbas of Festus and special dog: Sheba. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his second father: Gene Kentch. He enjoyed playing Santa Claus and loved his eagle collection. Funeral services were held on Tuesday July 12, 2011 at 1PM at Mahn Twin City Chapel, Festus. Visitation Tuesday from 10AM-1PM. Interment Roselawn Memorial Gardens. Pastor Tom Bennett officiated the service. Memorials preferred to the family

Toni Lynn Harrison, age: 54, Fletcher, MO, passed away July 10, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center. She was a Sales Associate for Festus Wal-Mart. Born June 15, 1957 in St. Louis, MO, she was the Daughter of the late Robert “Bob” Harrison & Betty (Miller) Harrison of Fletcher, MO. Along with her Mother she is survived by her Son: Randy “Bud” Harrison – St. Louis, MO; Brothers & Sisters: Terry (Bill) Smith – Fletcher, MO; Niece: Catie Smith of Fletcher, MO and her daughter, Ryann Smith; Nephew: Will Smith of Fletcher, MO. Member of Church: Landmark Missionary Baptist Church. Funeral Service: Wednesday, July 13, 2011 at 10 AM Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiated by: Bro. Wayne Gibson. Place of Burial: Woodlawn Cemetery. Visitation: Tuesday, July 12, 2011 from 4-8 PM. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

George L. "Catfish" Hudman Jr, age 51, of Hillsboro, MO passed away on Sunday, July 10, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center. He was formerly a self employed construction worker and was a United States Army veteran. He enjoyed camping, fishing and hunting. Born August 4, 1959, in Michigan City, Indiana, to George L. Hudman Sr of Hope, AR and Annette Lawrence of Cherry Valley, AR. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his fiancee: Donna (Mayfield) Turner of Hillsboro, MO, daughters: Michelle (Josh) Varney of Texas, Angela Smith of Texarkana, AR, and Kylie McElroy of Rosston, AR, grandchildren: Trinity, Bryanna, Desiree, Isabelle, Madison and Dana Lee; sisters: Brenda Taylor of Rosston, AR, JoAnne Price of Jonesboro,IN, Christine Russo of Rosston, AR, Catherine Matos of Michigan and Donna Lawrence of Cherry Valley, AR, stepbrothers: William Lawrence of Cherry Valley, AR and David Law of Washington State; stepsisters: Debbie Vesty of Washington, Betty Talbot of Washington, Bev Smith of Washington and Patty March of Washington, along with many aunts, uncles and friends. He was preceded in death by his stepson: Bryan Turner. Memorial service was held Saturday, July 16, 2011 at 1PM at 9317 Second Avenue in Pevely, MO officiated by Pastor Garland.

Steven Wayne “Hawk” Rooney, age 52 of Festus, Missouri formerly of Columbus, Kansas passed away Monday, July 11, 2011 at his residence.  He was born April 27, 1959 in Oswego, Kansas the son of Martha (nee Tomey) and Charles “Bud” Rooney of Webb City, Missouri. In addition to his parents he is survived by his wife Linda (nee Logan) Rooney, sons Travis Rooney and wife Melissa of Baxter Springs, Kansas, Nicholas Rooney and wife Alisha of West Mineral, Kansas, Seth Rooney of Branson, Missouri, a step-son Chris Reid and wife Melissa of Indianapolis, Indiana, a step-daughter Nikkee Joiner and husband Rob of Pevely, Missouri, grandchildren Jayden, Livia, Tanner and Britney Rooney, a step-granddaughter Adia Joiner one brother Mark Rooney and wife Shawnee of Grove, Oklahoma and one sister Krista Crowder and husband John of Carl Junction, Missouri. He was preceded in death by his grandparents. He lived in Branson for seven years where he worked at Silver Dollar City as a blacksmith making knives.  He was honored to be involved in the manufacturing of 184 memorial benches for the 9/11 Pentagon victims and took great pride in this effort. In younger years he attended the Assembly of God Church in Chetopa and later the Assembly of God Church in Columbus.  He belonged to the Black Dog Trail Mountain Men Club.  He loved hunting and fishing and enjoyed woodcarving and knife making. Visitation from 7:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Thursday, July 14, 2011 at the Bath-Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home in Chetopa, Kansas.  Funeral Services at 10:00 A.M. Friday, July 15, 2011 officiated by Rev. Randy Frazier.  Interment Lake Creek Cemetery near Bartlett.  Online condolences may be left at www.forbeshoffman.com.  Local arrangements handled by Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus, Missouri.

John "Bub" W. Harness, Sr, age 89, of Ste Genevieve (formerly of DeSoto), passed away on Friday, July 15, 2011 at Riverview at the Park Care and Rehab Center. He was a retired electrician. He was a veteran of the United States Army who served his country during World War II and was stationed in Pearl Harbor after the attack. He was a member of the IBEW #2, Amvets, Elks Lodge #689, VFW, American Legion of Bloomsdale and enjoyed horseshoes, hunting, fishing, casinos and playing cards. Born July 16, 1921, in Caledonia, MO to the late Clarence and Ethel (Newcomb) Harness. He is survived by his son: John (Donna) Harness Jr. of Ste Genevieve, MO; daughter: Sharon Shelley of Soulard, MO; grandchildren: Stephanie, John III "Trey", and Shannon; great grandchildren: Nathan and Sophia; special friend: Marlene and her children: Dan, Diane and Kim, Serenity Hospice caretakers: Sue, Diane and Staff; and his friends and staff at Riverview Center. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife: Villa (Martin) Harness; brothers: Clarence Harness, Harold "Denby" Harness and Lloyd "Doc" Harness and sister: Helen Meehan. Funeral service Monday, July 18, at 10AM at Mahn Twin City Chapel in Festus. Visitation Monday from 9am-10am. Interment: Roselawn Memorial Gardens. Memorials preferred to Serenity Hospice Care,Box 1000,. Park Hills, MO 63601 

Lee Ellen Porchey-Thomas, age 73, of Affton, Missouri passed away Friday, July 15, 2011 at her residence. She was born October 27, 1937 in Crystal City, Missouri, the daughter of Letha Ann (nee Revelle) Jacobs of the Missouri Baptist Home, Ironton, Missouri and the late Harley Francis Porchey. She also is survived by her daughter Debbie Nadine Thomas of St. Louis, Missouri, sisters Frances Ann Behrman of Creve Coeur, Missouri and Mary Porchey-Evans of Festus, Missouri, and a brother William Ray Porchey and wife JoAnn of Leavenworth, KS. In addition to her father she is preceded in death by a brother James Harley Porchey. She was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution and an office manager for the Nerco Coal Co. in St. Louis and the American Red Cross. Private Family services.

George Michael “Mike” McCain, Jr., age 48, of Pevely, Missouri passed away Monday, July 18, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Crystal City, Missouri.  He was born November 2, 1962 in Crystal City, Missouri the son of Carol Sue (nee Courtney) and George Michael McCain, Sr. of Pevely. In addition to his parents he is survived by two children, Amanda Nicole Myers of Cedar Hill, Missouri and Shawnee May Marler of Imperial, Missouri, brothers Gary Daniel McCain of Bloomsdale, Missouri, Joseph Alan (Stephanie Haas) McCain of Pevely, sisters, Teresa Sue Robinson and husband James of St. Mary, Missouri, Tammy Lynn McCain of DeSoto, Missouri, Debra Kay Kessler of Wildwood, Missouri and Tracy Ann (Mike VanDyke) Page of Arnold, Missouri. He was a member of Victory Church in Pevely and an auto body technician for McCain’s Auto Body in Pevely. Visitation from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Thursday, July 21, 2011 at Vinyard Hillcrest Funeral Home, Pevely with services at 11:00 A.M. Friday, July 22, 2011 officiated by Rev. Randy Starkey, Pastor, Victory Church in Pevely.  Interment Zion Lutheran Cemetery, Pevely, Missouri.  Memorials preferred to the Mike McCain Memorial Fund.

Delores Emma Vinyard, age 85, of Ste. Genevieve, Missouri passed away Wednesday, July 20, 2011 at Ste. Genevieve Care Center in Ste. Genevieve.  She was born October 14, 1925 in St. Louis, Missouri the daughter of the late Iris (nee Barbee) and August Granzow.  In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband Edward Robert Vinyard and a son, Larry Vinyard. She is survived by a daughter, Doris I. Schmelzle and husband Ed of Ste.Genevieve, sons, Daniel Vinyard and wife Sandy of  Locust, North Carolina and Terry Vinyard and wife Kathy of Arnold, Missouri, 8 Grandchildren and 15 Great-Grandchildren. Visitation at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus, Missouri from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M., Monday, July 25, 2011.  Funeral services 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, July 26, 2011 at  Vinyard’s officiated by Rev. Linda Murry, Pastor, Zion United Methodist Church, Mapaville, Missouri. Interment Shepherd Hills Cemetery, Barnhart, Missouri.  Memorials preferred to the Safe Harbor Hospice, 101 Kingsbury, Fredericktown, MO  63645.

John C. Greenlee, age 73, of Festus, MO, entered into rest on July 21, 2011, at Crystal Oaks Nursing Center. He was a retired owner of J & K Flat Concrete LLC. He was a veteran of the United States Army, was a member of Pevely Lutheran Church and enjoyed watching football. Born May 21, 1938,in Pevely, MO, to the late John W. and Beulah (Austin) Greenlee. He is survived by his wife of 42 years: Joan (Woods) Greenlee; daughters: Robbie (Buddy) Harrison of Pevely, MO and Cheryl; grandchildren: Bob, Joseph and Candance and great grandchildren: Taylor, Maci, Padon, and Brendon. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers: Howard Greenlee, Donny Greenlee and Allen Greenlee and sisters: Eleanor Romaine and Delores Jones. Private services provided by Mahn Twin City Chapel, Festus

Ervin N. Moon, age 70, of Bonne Terre, MO, passed away July 23, 2011 at his residence in Bonne Terre, MO. He worked for 20 years in the Maintenance Dept. at Jefferson College; also a Farmer and while operating the Moon family farm it was designated a Century Farm. Born September 18, 1940 in De Soto, Missouri, he was the Son of the late Lee Austin and Ethel Margaret (Brod) Moon. He is survived by his Wife: Georgiann (Henry) Moon, Bonne Terre, MO,  (preceded in death by step-son, Shawn Head); Brothers & Sisters: Lee Roy (Carol) Moon, De Soto, MO and Loretta Moon, De Soto, MO (preceded in death by sister, Bernice Moon). He was a Member of Centenary Methodist Church, Bonne Terre, MO; Organizations: Served on the Moontown Cemetery Board. Funeral Service: Tuesday, July 26, 2011 @ 1:00 PM @ Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home Officiated by: Rev. Michael Kelpe and Rev. Gene Moses. Place of Burial:  Woodlawn Cemetery, De Soto, MO. Visitation: Tuesday, July 26, 2011 from 11 AM – 1:00 PM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the Centenary Methodist Church, 20 Park Ave., Bonne Terre, MO 63628. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

Marrion Franklin Crawford, Jr., age 68 of Festus, Missouri passed away Tuesday, July 26, 2011 at his home.  He was born August 8, 1942 in Arkansas the son of the late Mary Estelle (nee Lowery) and Marrion Franklin Crawford, Sr. He is survived by his wife Joan (nee Jackson) Crawford, a son Jason Crawford and wife Jessica of Festus, daughters Amy Eubanks of Festus, Robin Crawford of St. Louis, Missouri, Shennah Teuscher and husband Scott of Wisconsin, brothers Charley Crawford and wife Kathy of Kentucky, David Crawford and wife Darlene of Kentucky, B.A. Crawford and wife Brenda of Arkansas, brother-in-law Joe Eubanks and a sister Becky Thomas of Pevely, grandchildren Alex and Kyle Crawford, Brittany, Breanne and Brooke Eubanks, Allyson and Abby Teuscher. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by brothers James and Buford Crawford and sisters Mary Eubanks and Naomi Ruth Crawford. He was a member of the Calvary Assembly of God Church in Festus and employed as a Fork Lift Driver for Graham Packing. Visitation at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M., Friday, July 29, 2011 with funeral services Saturday, July 30, 2011 at 11:00 A.M. at the funeral home officiated by Rev. Ray Thomas. Interment Sandy Cemetery, Hillsboro, Missouri.  Memorials preferred to Calvary Assembly of God Church.

Cecil Franklin Payton, age 67 of Pevely, Missouri passed away Wednesday, July 27, 2011 at his home.  He was born March 2, 1944 in Puxico, Missouri the son of the late Murrel Cornelia (nee Hickman) and Cecil Ulen Payton. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by sisters Carolyn F. Smotherman and Bonita Marilyn Heiligtag. He is survived by special friend, Peggy A. (nee Mild) Morfeld, a daughter Rhonda Boll of St. Charles, Missouri, sons, Franklin Cecil “Bud” Payton and special friend Lisa of O’Fallon, Missouri, Jimmy Lee Payton and wife Kelly of Owensville, Missouri, Paul Edward Payton and wife Anna of Wentzville, Missouri, a sister Shelba Jean Hubbert and husband Sam of St. Charles, Missouri, 9 Grandchildren and 2 Great-Grandchildren.  In addition he is survived by many friends. Memorial Services to be held at a later date.  Memorials preferred to the American Lung Association.

Virginia Mehler, age 87, De Soto, Missouri, passed away July 28, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Crystal City, MO. She worked at the De Soto Shoe Factory. Born February 21, 1924 in Potosi, MO, she was the Daughter of the late George and Julia Anna (nee Hawkins) Cavanaugh. She was also preceded in death by her Husband, the late Melvin Mehler. She is survived by her Children: Patty (Chris) Richardson, Kansas City, MO. Dennis (Deb) Mehler, De Soto, MO, Donna (Kevin) Beech, Columbia, IL, Susann (Kurt) Bauche, Farmington, MO, Carol (Oliver B.J.) Ising, Hillsboro, MO; Brothers & Sisters: Preceded in death by her siblings: Genevieve Johnson, Vivian Marten, Carl Cavanaugh; Half Brothers: Ed, Howard and Blair Essmueller and Lawrence Cavanaugh; Grandchildren: 12; Great Grandchildren: 4. Funeral Service: Sunday, July 31, 2011 @ 2:00 PM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiated by: Jason Arens. Place of Burial: Woodlawn Cemetery, De Soto, MO. Visitation: Saturday, July 30, 2011 @ 5-8 PM. Memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church of De Soto, 400 Boyd St., De Soto, MO 63020 or the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Gateway Chapter, 77 West Port Plaza, Suite 101, St. Louis, MO 63146. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

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Linda Sharon Meyer, age 59 of Bonne Terre, Missouri passed away Thursday, July 28, 2011 at her home.  She was born June 22, 1952 in St. Louis, Missouri the daughter of Dolores (nee Schmidt) Sollenbarger of St. Louis and the late Donald Sollenbarger.  In addition to her father she is preceded in death by her husband Donald Ray Meyer. She is survived by a daughter, Michelle Isacson and husband Ken of St. Charles, Missouri and a brother Terry Sollenbarger and wife Linda of St. Louis, dear sister-in-law, aunt and friend. Graveside services Wednesday, August 3, 2011 at 10:45 A.M. at National Cemetery, Jefferson Barracks, Missouri. Memorials preferred to Charity of Choice.

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Mary Magdalen Coleman, age 93, of  De Soto, Missouri, passed away July 30, 2011 at Hillcrest Care Center, De Soto, MO. She was a  Homemaker. Born January 23, 1918 in Washington County, MO, she was the Daugher of the late James and Emma (nee Bourisaw) DeClue. She was also preceded in death by her Husband the late Chester Paul “Diamond T” Coleman. She is survived by her Children: Frances Johnston, De Soto, MO, Joan (Jim) Houston, De Soto, MO, Imelda “Millie” Popp, Independence, MO, Mary Jane Lewis, Fenton, MO (preceded in death by son-in-law: “Bum” Johnston) (Preceded in death by brothers, Aloysius J. and Fabian DeClue; Preceded in death by sister-in-law, Ginny DeClue) Grandchildren: 16 Great Grandchildren: 24; Great Great Grandchildren: 4. Member of Church: St. Rose of Lima Church, De Soto, MO. Funeral Mass: Friday, August 5, 2011 @ 10:00 AM. Officiated by: Father Alexander Anderson. Place of Burial: St. Joachim Parish Cemetery, Old Mines, MO. Visitation: Thursday, August 4, 2011 4-8 PM Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

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Howard D. Williams, age 83 of Crystal City, Missouri passed away Saturday, July 30, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Crystal City. He was born April 4, 1928 in Kansas the son of the late Clayton and Lulu Mae (nee Thornhill) Williams. He is survived by his wife Betty A. (nee McDaniel) Williams, daughters Paula Williams of Santa Cruz, California and Lou Ann Schisler of South County, Missouri, Grandchildren Nicholas Doane and Keri Hesemann and husband Matt, Great-Grandchildren Penelope, Marcy, Peter and Gemma. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by brothers Cortlan Williams, Roscoe Williams and Stanley Williams. He was a member of First Baptist Church, Festus/Crystal City and Masonic Lodge Shekinah #256. He was employed as a General Wareroom Foreman at PPG and served in the U.S. Marine Corps. Visitation at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M., Monday, August 1, 2011 with Funeral Services Tuesday, August 2, 2011 At 11:00 A.M. at the funeral Home officiated by Dr. Curtis Porter, Pastor of First Baptist Church, Festus/Crystal City. Interment Rose Lawn Memorial Gardens, Crystal City, Missouri. Memorials preferred to the American Cancer Society or First Baptist Church, Festus/ Crystal City.

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Dale Held, age 78, of Pevely, Missouri passed away Sunday, July 31, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center, Crystal City, Missouri.  He was born September 6, 1932 in Barnhart, Missouri the son of the late Sophie Emelia (nee Heiner) and Leo Benjamin Held. He is survived by his wife, Vera A. (nee Dittmer-Bruhn) Held, sons Tim Held and wife Cindy of Denver, Colorado, Scott Held and wife Paula of Festus, Missouri, daughters Patti Engelbach and Sue Held of Pevely, sons Jeff Bruhn and wife Christine of Arnold, Missouri, Chris Bruhn and wife Karen of Arlington, Texas, Kurt Bruhn and wife Kim of St. Louis, Missouri, Mike Rush and wife Lisa of Festus, grandchildren Zach, Paige and Kaylee Held, Teresa Burns and husband Matt, Brandon Engelbach, Amanda and Amelia Held, Joseph, Ethan, Cole, Alina, Neil and Megan Bruhn, Conner and Carter Rush and one great-grandson, Logan Burns and a sister-in-law Elwanda Held of Florida. He is preceded in death by brothers, Herschel, Leon and LB Held, sisters Bonnie B. Blake, Fern Blumenkamp, Louise Held and Doris Held Jeude. He was the Owner/Operator of Dale Held Construction Company, a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Barnhart, Missouri and a veteran of the Korean War. Memorial Services to be held on Saturday, August 6, 2011 at 10:00 A.M. at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Barnhart officiated by Rev. W. Mart Thompson and Pastor Duane Meissner.  Memorials preferred to The Wounded Warrior Project, 4899 Belfort Road, Suite 300, Jacksonville, Florida  32256.

Ruth Marie Howell, age 83, of DeSoto, Missouri, passed away July 31, 2011 at Scenic View Nursing and Rehabillitation Center, Herculaneum, MO. She was a  Nurse’s Aide at Cedar Grove Nursing Home. Born May 1, 1928 in Belle, Missouri, she was the Daughter of the late Mose and Clara Virginia (Rogers) Withouse. She was also preceded in death by her Husband the late Leonard Howell. She is survived by her Children: Gail (Erich) Jett, De Soto, MO, Pat Missey, De Soto, MO, David (Margie) Missey, Farmington, MO, Michael (Barb) Missey, De Soto, MO, (Preceded in death by one daughter, Rhonda Sloan) (Preceded in death by siblings: Sophia Pierce, Sarah Deaton, Ray Withouse, Betty Vaughn) Grandchildren: 11; Great Grandchildren: 12. Funeral Service: Wednesday, August 3, 2011 @ 10:00 AM. Officiated by: Rev. Bruce Valle. Place of Burial:  Woodlawn Cemetery, De Soto, MO. Visitation: Tuesday, August 2, 2011 4-8 PM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Memorials may be given to Multiple Sclerosis. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. 

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