Wayne Anthony Davis, age 53, of Festus, MO passed away on Tuesday, November 1, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center. Born August 28, 1958, in St Louis, MO to the late Walter Anthony and Ruby Louise (Pratt) Davis. He is survived by his fiance: Brenda Ennis of Festus, MO, brothers: Allen Davis of Poplar Bluff, MO and David Davis of Poplar Bluff, MO and grandchildren: Kiara, Conner, Gina, Katylin, Hannah, Chanse, Destin, Sylis and Conner. He was an uncle, great uncle and great great uncle. He was a maintenance worker for the Walmart Supercenter in Festus. He was a United States Air Force veteran. Per his wishes, he gifted his body to Washington University School of Medicine.

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Lola Fay Hart, age 74 passed away Thursday, November 3, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center, Crystal City, Missouri.  She was born September 12, 1937 in St. Louis, Missouri the daughter of the late Flora Irene (nee Bader) and John Hadley Hampton. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband, Edward Hart, a sister Wanda Perkinson and a brother Harold Hampton. She is survived by a son John Cordia and wife Marcy of Conroe, Texas, a daughter Kathy Hart of Festus, Missouri, a sister Jolene DeClue and husband Jim of Festus, two grandchildren Tiffany Mehler and Zachary Cordia and one great-grandson Cullen Mehler. She was a member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary and the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary. Memorial gathering 1:00 P.M., Monday, November 7, 2011 at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus with Memorial Service following at 2:00 P.M. officiated by Rev. Terry Crank, Festus, Missouri.

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Harold Jackson Myers Jr., age 65, of St. Louis, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, November 3, 2011, in Festus, Missouri. He was born July 4, 1946, in St. Louis, Missouri.He was a retired chemical technician and had worked for Mallinckrodt Chemical Inc. He is survived by, Wife - Delanna Myers, (nee Schwarz) of St. Louis, Missouri; Son - Greg Myers, of Arnold, Missouri; Sister - Elaine Barker, of Lutesville, Missouri; Sister - Cynthia Stueve of Rocky Mount, Missouri. Also, survived by his Grandchildren, Olivia, Alex, and Andrew Myers, of Arnold, Missouri. Preceded in death by, Father - Harold Jackson Myers Sr.; Mother - Eleanor Myers (nee Wolf); Brother-Arthur Myers. Mr. Myers was cremated and services were private. Memorials to-The Alzheimer’s Association would be appreciated by the family.

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Edwin Wilhelm Gardner, age 90 of Crystal City, Missouri passed away Thursday, November 3, 2011 at Fountainbleau Nursing Center, Festus, Missouri.  He was born February 13, 1921 in Chicago, Illinois the son of the late Anna (nee Schulz) and Edward Gardner.  In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by two sisters, Erna Sprinz and Gertrude Wright.  He is survived by a nephew, Kim Gardner of Sappington, Missouri. He was a veteran of the United States Army, a member of the Immanuel Lutheran Church and a retired television serviceman. Private family services with interment at National Cemetery, Jefferson Barracks, Missouri.

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Chase M. Pottorff, 4 years of age, of Wildwood, MO, entered into rest on Friday, November 4, 2011 at St Louis Children's Hospital. Born May 6, 2007, in Lake St Louis, MO to Justin R. and Angela S. (Miller) Pottorff. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his brother: Braden R. Pottorff of the home, grandparents: Richard and Sheila Pottorff of Rochester, MN and Dennis and Susan Miller of Festus, MO and many friends. Chase was a preschool student at Clarkson Valley Early Childhood Center in Chesterfield. He was the "cutest four year old ever" and loved just being adorable. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, November 10, 2011 at 7:00pm at Mahn Twin City Chapel, 515 Collins Drive, Festus. Memorial visitation from 3:30pm-7:00pm. Interment private. Memorials may be made o the Clarkson Valley Early Childhood Center, Attention: Michael A. Barla, 2730 Valley Road, Chesterfield, MO 63005

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Barbara Ann Wright, age 83, of Pevely, Missouri passed away Friday, November 4, 2011 at St. Anthony’s Medical Center in St. Louis County, Missouri.  She was born September 13, 1928 in Portland Oregon the daughter of the late Velora (nee Lay) and Glenn George Miller. She is survived by her husband James L. Wright, of Pevely, son Steven Wayne McBride and wife Bonnie of Ogden, Utah, daughters Christann Werner and husband Eric of Pevely, Missouri, Cheryl Wright of Yuma, Arizona, brothers Richard Glenn Miller and wife Deon of Ogden, Utah, Robert Lloyd Miller and wife Marcia of Grantspass, Oregon, Donn Wayne Miller and wife Diana of Henderson, Nevada, sister Dianne Power and husband Garry of Laguna Niguel, California,13 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by sons Roger Farrell Wright and Allen L. Wright. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, of Herculaneum, Missouri and the Daughters of Utah Pioneers. Graveside Services 1:15 P.M., Monday, November 7, 2011 at the National Cemetery, Jefferson Barracks, Missouri officiated by Bishop Mike Stevenson, Herculaneum, Missouri.   

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Sterling Francis “Frank” Schilly, age 68, of Pevely, Missouri, formerly of Crystal City, Missouri passed away Sunday, November 6, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center, Crystal City.  He was born May 20, 1943 in Crystal City, the son of the late Margaret Janes (nee Cook) Schilly and the late Francis Andrew Schilly. He is survived by his wife Pamela  “Pam” (nee Everett) Schilly, daughters Lynn Martin and husband Dave of Jefferson City, Missouri, Nicki Ruess and husband Doug of Bonne Terre, Missouri, sons Doug Schilly of Texas, James Schilly of St. Louis County, Missouri, Paul Richardson, Jr. and wife Renee of Festus, Missouri, brothers Tom Schilly and wife Linda of Crystal City, John Schilly and wife Deb of Crystal City, Mark Schilly and wife Robin of Festus, sisters Sue Ellen Boyer and husband Glenn of Crystal City, JoDell Skiles and husband Rev. Joe of Jefferson City, Missouri.  He is also survived by ten grandchildren Todd and Shawn Alexander, Megan, Morgan and Wesley Schilly, Bailey and Eric Ruess, Colton, Avery and Annabelle Richardson and numerous nieces, nephews, brother and sisters-in-law. He served in the United States Marine Corp during the Vietnam era and was a retired supervisor at the Crystal City Pittsburgh Plate Glass plant. Visitation 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, November 8, 2011 at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus, with Funeral Services 12:00 Noon Wednesday, November 9, 2011, officiated by Rev. Joe Skiles of Jefferson City and Rev. Tom Skiles of Festus.  Interment with full military honors in Rose Lawn Memorial Gardens, Crystal City. Memorials preferred to the Alzheimer’s Association.

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Edward M. Smith Sr., age 68, of Festus, MO entered into rest on Sunday, November 6, 2011 at his daughter's residence in Catawissa, MO. Born on May 7, 1943, in Marion, Louisiana to Beatrice (Kyle) Smith of Festus, MO and the late William Smith. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his son: Edward M. Smith Jr of St Louis, MO, daughters: Tracie Beffa of Catawissa, MO and Edna (Randy) Ollinger of Festus, MO, grandchildren: Stephen Smith, Elizabeth Brayfield, Jessica Dillard, Matthew Ollinger, Brittany Gough and Kellie Harmon, great grandchildren: Eric Harmon, Landon Van Giler, Ian Dillard, Starla Rose Dillard and Molly Van Giler, brothers: Wallace D. (Nancy) Smith of Pevely, MO, William C. (Judy) Smith of Goose Creek, MO and Randy K. Smith of Festus, MO, special nephew: Gregory Alan Cole Jr. and his dog: Molly Brown. He was preceded in death by his loving wife: Margaret (Klobe) Smith who passed away in 2004. He was a retired self employed carpenter and a veteran of the United States Air Force. He loved hunting, fishing and the outdoors. Funeral service to be held on Thursday, November 10, 2011 at 10am at Mahn Twin City Chapel in Festus. Visitation Wednesday from 5-8pm. Interment with full military honors at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. Memorials preferred to the American Cancer Society, 4207 Lindell Boulevard, St Louis, MO 63108

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Earl E. Parish, Age: 89, of De Soto, Missouri, passed away November 7, 2011 at The Oaks, in Festus, MO. He was a Supervisor at the Shipping Department of Bemis Bag Co. Born January 15, 1922 in Grandin, Missouri, he was the son of the late William Riley and Syrena M. (nee Ball) Parish. He was also preceded in death by his wife, the late Thelma Marie Parish. He is survived by his children: Ruth (John) Dearing, De Soto, MO; Debbie (Ricky) Dollar, Herculaneum, MO (preceded in death by one daughter, Diana Wentz). Brothers & Sisters: (preceded in death by siblings, Milton Parish, Gladys O’Leary, Sylvia Wood, Eulah Hampton, and James Parish). Grandchildren: Richard (Mindy) Wentz; Rev. John (Andrea) Dearing; Amanda (Chris) Renfro; Jason (Danielle) Dollar (preceded in death by one grandson, James Michael Dearing). Great Grandchildren: Jack & Charis Dearing; Alex & Jackson Wentz; Shaelyn Dollar; and Lily Renfro. He was in the U.S. Army WWII. Funeral Service: Thursday, November 10, 2011 @ 10:00 AM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiated by:  Rev. Dr. Jeremy Muniz. Place of Burial:  Peaceful Ridge Cemetery, De Soto, MO. Visitation: Wednesday, November 9, 2011 4-8 PM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. As an expression of sympathy memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

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Iva Mildred Ratfield, age 89, of St. Louis, Missouri, passed away Monday, November 7, 2011 at St. Mary’s Health Center in Clayton, Missouri.  She was born February 12, 1922 in Pevely, Missouri the daughter of the late Rose (nee Brown) and Charles Robert Moss. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by sisters Lillian Evens, Myrtle Page and Mae Kappel and brothers Orin Moss, Earl Moss and Elmer Moss. She is survived by a daughter Donna Brigham and husband Douglas, Sr. of St. Louis, Missouri, a son Gordon Ratfield and wife Cheryl of Webster Groves, Missouri, grandchildren Reg Brigham, II, Douglas Brigham, Jr. and Kelly Ratfield, great-grandchildren Douglas Brigham, III, Reg Brigham, III, Grace Brigham, John Brigham and Anna Brigham. She was a member of the First Christian Church in Festus.  Visitation at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus, Wednesday, November 9, 2011 from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. with services at the funeral home, Thursday, November 10, 2011 at 10:00 A.M. officiated by Rev. Terry Crank.  Interment Presbyterian/Methodist Cemetery, Festus, Missouri. Memorials preferred to the American Cancer Society.

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Dale Allen Davis, Age: 35 of De Soto, Missouri, passed away November 8, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center, Crystal City, MO. He was a former employee of Wease Distributing. Born July 8, 1976 in Crystal City, Missouri, he was the Son of Homer (Ginger) Emily of Louisiana and the late Cheryl (nee Davis) Nelson; Step-Father: Rick Nelson, De Soto, MO. Along with his Father and Step-Parents he is survived by his Grandmother: Edith Davis, De Soto, MO; Grandmother: Nora Emily, Blackwell, MO (preceded in death by grandfather, Joseph Emily); Children: Jacob Davis, Brandon Davis, Tyler Davis; Brothers & Sisters: Jason (Jessica) Pruitte, Arnold, MO; Step-Brothers: Rick (Rachael) Nelson, Arnold, MO; Jim (Melinda) Nelson, De Soto, MO. Church:  First Assembly of God Church, De Soto, MO. Funeral Service: Tuesday, November 15, 2011 @ 1:00 PM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiated by: Bro. Ron Duncan. Place of Burial: Charter Memorial Gardens, Festus, MO. Visitation: Tuesday, November 15, 2011 from 11 AM – 1 PM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

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Penny Hoffman, age 60, of Pevely, Missouri passed away Wednesday, November 9, 2011 at her residence.  She was born July 29, 1951 in St. Louis, Missouri the daughter of the late Doris M. (nee Pickens) and Carl George Hoffman.  In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her sister Carla Castleberry. She is survived by a son Michael Wayne Hoffman of Arnold, Missouri, a brother Ronald Steen of Columbia, Missouri, a sister Carolyn Kay Cox of Kansas City, Missouri and two grandchildren Steven Michael Hoffman and Tiffany Nicole Hoffman. She was a member of Radiant Life Church. Private Family Services handled by Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus, Missouri.

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Charles Erich Schlanker, Age: 48, of De Soto, Missouri, passed away November 11, 2011 at his residence in De Soto, MO. He was a Deputy for Jefferson County Sheriff’s Department; also recently served as bailiff in the Jefferson County Courts. Born February 23, 1963 in St. Louis, Missouri, he was the son of the late Charles M. Schlanker. He is survived by his Mother: Roberta (nee Woodington) Schlanker, De Soto, MO, Children: Charles J. “Jake” (Heidi) Schlanker, Hillsboro, MO; Amanda (Jim Huffman) Schlanker, Pevely, MO; Their Mother Kathy Conatser, Festus, MO; Brothers & Sisters: Kurt (Sarah) Schlanker, Atchison, KS; Grandchildren: Trent Pitzer and Jaycee Schlanker; Nephew:  Sam Schlanker; Fiancee:  Pam Sweet,  Hillsboro, MO; Her children: Lauren Whitehead and Paxton Sweet of Hillsboro, MO. Organizations:  Served at Lance corporal in the U.S. Marine Corps. Memorial Service:  Saturday, December 3, 2011 @ 2:00 PM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiated by: Rev. Terry Michael. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to The BackStoppers, Inc.   P.O. Box 66927    St. Louis, MO 63166. Visitation:  Saturday, December 3, 2011 1 PM – 2 PM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

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Nancy Jean Crannick, age 69 of DeSoto, Missouri passed away Saturday, November 12, 2011 at Hillcrest Nursing Center in DeSoto.  She was born June 18, 1942 in Festus, Missouri the daughter of the late Catherine V. (nee Grieshaber) and Leonard E. Gegg. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband Donald R Crannick a  brother Gerald Joseph Gegg and a brother-in-law Richard Russell. She is survived by sons DeWayne Crannick of Spanish Lake, Missouri, Kevin Crannick of Festus, daughters Joyce White and husband Keith of Herculaneum, Missouri, Donna Hartman and husband Brad of Festus, a sister Ruth Ann Russell, seven grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Memorial Mass at Sacred Heart Church, Crystal City, Missouri, Saturday, November 19, 2011 at 11:00 A.M. officiated by Fr. Joseph Wormek, Pastor. Interment Good Shepherd Cemetery,Hillsboro, Missouri.

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Robert Olean Deal, age 61, of Festus, MO, passed away on November 12, 2011 at St Louis University Hospital. He was born on November 22, 1949, in Charleston, MO to the late Murphy and Gladys (Harris) Deal. On July 16, 1982, he married Ruby Elaine (Nail) Deal who passed away in November of 2009. He is survived by his sons: David (Tina) Deal of Washington, MO, Clayton Deal of Festus, MO, and Matt (Angie) Deal of Potosi, MO, daughters: Andi (Tracy) Carrow of DeSoto, MO, Rhonda (Jeremy) Heath of Hillsboro, MO, Christina Deal of Festus, MO and Julie Deal of Sedalia, MO, brother: Delbert (Claudia) Deal of Jennings, MO, sister: Elva (Billy) Brandon of Sikeston, MO, 20 grandchildren, and 2 great grandchildren. In addition to his parents and his wife, he was preceded in death by his brothers: Lindell Deal and Freeman Deal and his sister: Ella Mae Storie. Mr. Deal was a retired machinist at Chandeysson Electric in St Louis, MO. He was a United States Army veteran who served during the Vietnam era. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints of Festus/Crystal City, the Amvets and the VFW. He enjoyed camping, spending time with his family and playing solitaire. Funeral service with military honors to be held on Thursday, November 17 at 10:30am at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. Visitation from 9:00am-9:30am at Mahn Twin City Chapel in Festus. Memorials preferred towards funeral expenses.

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Virginia Meckfessel, Age: 96, of Athens, AL, passed away November 13, 2011 at Limestone Health Facility, Athens, AL She was born September 24, 1915. She was preceded in death by her husband, the late Elmer “Mac” Meckfessel. She is survived by her daughter Mary Ann (Bob) Droege, Athens, AL (formerly of Hillsboro, MO); Grandchildren: Madeline Hardacre, Melany Tenore, Abigail Baker and Ted Eversoll; Great Grandchildren: Ethan Hardacre, Miles Hardacre, Anna Hardacre, Griffin Tenore, Pilar Tenore, Audrey Baker and Guss Baker. Organizations: volunteer for Meals on Wheels; volunteer for Opportunity House, taught adults to read in vital  literacy program at the library. Funeral Service: Monday, November 21, 2011 @ 10:15 AM at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. Officiated by: Rev. Terry Crank. Place of Burial:  Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, St. Louis, MO. As an expression of sympathy memorials may be made to First Cumberland Presbyterian Church Preschool, Highway 72, Rogersville, AL 35632. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

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Connor Samuel Sher, age 17, of De Soto, Missouri, passed away, suddenly on November 13, 2011, in Crystal City, Missouri. Connor was born February 11, 1994, in Mountain Home, Idaho. Connor was a senior at Hillsboro High School. He is survived by, Father-Harold Sher, of De Soto, Missouri, Mother-Denise Beckmann, of Hillsboro, Missouri, Sister-Jessica (Frank) Sher, of, St. Louis, Missouri, Sister-Amy (Randy) Sher, of O’Fallon Illinois, Sister-Andrea Sher, of, De Soto, Missouri, Grandmother-Carol Beckmann, of Florissant, Missouri, Grandmother-Mildred Sher, of Belleville, Illinois, Grandmother-Lee Sher, of St. Louis, Missouri. Preceded in death by, Grandfather-Larry Sher. Visitation-Thursday November 17, 2011, from 3PM to 8PM at the Robert D. Brown Funeral Home, Hillsboro, Missouri. Funeral-Friday November 18, 2011 at 10AM in the Robert D. Brown Funeral Home Chapel, Hillsboro, Missouri. Interment-Memorial Park Cemetery, St. Louis, Missouri. Memorials to- Charity of Choice.

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Marcella J.”Gummy” Smoot (nee Sawicki), age 74, of Hillsboro, Missouri, passed away, On Tuesday, November 15, 2011, in Crystal City, Missouri. She was born June 26, 1937, in St. Louis, Missouri. She is survived by, Son-Eric M. Smoot, of Hillsboro, Missouri; Daughter-Tracy A. ( Darrell) Stiles, of Hillsboro, Missouri; Daughter-Dolores H. (Philip) Robbins, of Coin, Iowa; Sister-Carol Eck, of South Port, Connecticut. Also survived by her grandchildren, Amanda Aramburu, Cameron Robbins, Nicholas Smoot, Zachary Parker, Rebecca Stiles, Abigail Stiles, Sarah Evans, Stephen Partney, Elizabeth Sommer, and Erin Naused, Great Grandchildren, Ethan, Anthony, Melody and Trinity. Preceded in death by, Husband-Herman “Bud” Smoot, Son-Stephen Smoot. Visitation-Saturday November 19, 2011, from 10AM to Noon at Robert D. Brown Funeral Home, Hillsboro, Missouri. Service-Saturday November 19, 2011, at 1PM in the Robert D. Brown Funeral Home Chapel. Memorials to- Backstoppers or College of Veterinarian Medicine University of Missouri Foo Foo Pet Memorial Program.

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Betty J. Acup, Age: 76, of  Greenville, MO (formerly of De Soto, MO), passed away November 17, 2011 at her residence in Greenville, MO. She was a Homemaker. Born October 7, 1935 in Sylvia, MO, she was the daughter of the late Jacob B. and Corabell (nee Tally) White. She was also preceded in death by her husband, the late Johnny Acup. She is survived by her children: Carol (James) Daggs, Greenville, MO and Cathy Killian, Rolla, MO; Brothers & Sisters: Dorothy White, Alfred White, Stella White, Bobby White, James White, Richard White, Vincent White, Delmar White (preceded in death by siblings, Lyman, Minny, Martha, Albert, Frank, and David, and Jacob White; Beatrice Stanley and Baby White); Grandchildren: 7; Great Grandchildren: 14. Member of Church: First Freewill Baptist Church, De Soto, MO. Funeral Service: Saturday, November 19, 2011 @ 2:00 PM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiated by:  Bro. Bob Thebeau. Place of Burial: Woodlawn Cemetery, De Soto, MO. Visitation: Saturday, November 19, 2011 from 1 PM – 2 PM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

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John "Birddog" Dennis Bourisaw, age 63, of DeSoto entered into rest November 17, 2011, at St. Anthony's Hospice House in St. Louis County. John was born October 9, 1948 in DeSoto, the son of the late Albert and Marie (Bequette) Bourisaw. He was a member of the United States Armed Forces during the Vietnam War and worked for Daimler Chrysler Corp until his retirement. He enjoyed playing golf, riding horses, deer hunting and spending time with his grandchildren. He is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Nancee (Harston) Bourisaw; two sons: Jason (Kristi) Bourisaw of Columbia, IL; and their children: Ashli, Bryson, and Greyson; and James (Heather) Bourisaw of DeSoto, MO; and their children, Nicholas and Shelby; a brother, Cecil (Carol) Bourisaw of Bonne Terre; six sisters: Ruth Jarvis of Potosi, Veronica Fields of DeSoto, Viola Maness of DeSoto, Geraldine (Elmer) Meyer of Hillsboro, Janice (Karl) Schott of Hillsboro, and Charlotte (Henry) Skiles of DeSoto. He was preceded in death by two brothers; Martin and Clifford Bourisaw; and one sister, Catherine Belt. Funeral Services will be held at Mahn Funeral Home in DeSoto officiated by Fr. Pat Christopher. There will be a service by the VFW Post 1831 at 6:00 pm Sunday evening. As an expression of sympathy, the family would be pleased for you to consider a donation to St. Anthony's de Greeff Hospice House and/or Camp Hope. There will be a funeral dinner held at the K.C. Hall after interment at J.B. National Cemetery.

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Kathryn Russell “Kathy” O’Neill, age 57 of Festus, Missouri passed away Thursday, November 17, 2011 at Missouri Baptist Hospital in Des Peres, Missouri.  She was born July 25, 1954 in Austin, Texas the daughter of Joan (nee Springer) Millard of Atlanta, Georgia and William Russell of Chattanooga, Tennessee. In addition to her parents she is survived by her step-mother Phyllis Russell of Chattanooga, her husband Frank O’Neill and daughter Sarah O’Neill of Festus, sisters Ellen Farmakis and husband Tom of Atlanta, Georgia, Laurie Glazener of Atlanta and a brother Mark Russell and wife Ruby of Dothan, Alabama. She was a member of Sacred Heart Church in Crystal City, Missouri where she served on the Parish Council and was a member of the Church Choir. Visitation Sunday, November 20, 2011 at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus from 3:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M. with Funeral Mass Monday, November 21, 2011 at 11:00 A.M. at Sacred Heart Church officiated by Fr. Joseph Wormek, Pastor. A Memorial Mass will be conducted at St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Marietta, Georgia 2:00 P.M., Wednesday, November 23, 2011. Inturnment in Marietta, Georgia.  Memorials preferred to Leukemia/Lymphoma Society.

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Dorothy H. Boedecker, age 77,of Festus, MO, entered into rest on Friday, November 18, 2011 at Fountainbleau Nursing Center. Born February 11, 1934, in Tiff, Missouri to the late Chester and Verna (Coleman) Boyer. She is survived by her sons: Billy (Barbara) Boedecker of Festus, MO and Mitchell Boedecker of Cadet, MO, grandson: Matthew Boedecker of Festus, MO, brothers: Ronald (Sandy) Boyer of Hillsboro, MO, Joseph (the late Sandy)  Boyer of Festus, MO and Lawrence Boyer of Festus, MO, sisters: Mary Evelyn (the late Gerald) Joyce of Festus, MO, Emma Rose (Ray) Thebeau of Old Mines, MO and Glenda McGee of Festus, MO. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her grandson: Josh Boedecker and sisters: Ruth Ann Niemann and Norma Gibson. She was a retired cook of 23 years for Theodore's Restaurant. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. She loved collecting owls and angels and liked playing cards. Funeral service to be held on Tuesday, November 22, 2011 at 1pm at Mahn Twin City Chapel in Festus. Visitation Tuesday from 10am-1pm. Interment Peaceful Ridge Cemetery in DeSoto. Father Joe Wormek to offiicate funeral service.Donations requested to Sacred Heart Parish, 555 Bailey Road, Crystal City, MO 63019

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Leona Sylvia (nee Mollet) Pruneau, age 96, formerly of Crystal City, Missouri, passed away Friday, November 18, 2011 at McKenzie Health Care Center in McKenzie, Tennessee.  She was born July 20, 1915 in Modoc, Illinois, the daughter of the late Mary (nee Thomas) and Andrew Mollet.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Ivan Edward “Judge” Pruneau and three brothers William, Joseph and John Mollett. She is survived by a son Charles Ivan Pruneau and wife Donna Marie of McKenzie, Tennessee, a daughter Donna Lee Pruneau of Enid, Oklahoma, a granddaughter Michelle Doscher and husband Richard, and two great-grandchildren Stephen and Alexander Pressley. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Crystal City and a past president of the Crystal City Garden Club. Funeral Mass will be conducted 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, November 23, 2011 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Crystal City with Fr. Joseph Wormek officiating.  Visitation at church will begin at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, November 23, 2011 prior to services.  Interment Sacred Heart Cemetery, Crystal City.  Memorials preferred to the St. Vincent de Paul Society.

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Leona R. Schmidt, age 89 of Crystal City, Missouri passed away Friday, November 18, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Crystal City.  She was born October 24, 1922 in St. Louis, Missouri, the daughter of the late Marie (nee Weinstroer) and Julius Reckamp. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband Joseph J. Schmidt, a brother Raymond and his wife Virginia Reckamp and a sister Viola and her husband Vernon Weckman, a son in law Dr. Raymond Ebert and a brother in law Bob Schnaible. She is survived by eight daughters JoAnn Ebert of Festus, Missouri, Judy Hill and husband Randal of Festus, Marilyn Ash and husband Paul of Crystal City, Sr. Margaret Schmidt, SSND, Constance Schmidt and husband Mike Kirn of Webster Groves, Missouri, Dorothy Schmidt of Kirkwood, Missouri, Susan Schmidt and husband Rick Gambini of Cocoa, Florida, and Christine Keefe and husband Gary of St. Louis, a sister Rosemary Schnaible of Ferguson, Missouri, a brother J. Charles Reckamp and wife Patricia of St. Louis,  grandchildren Elizabeth Harvey and husband Scott of Sedalia, Missouri, Matthew Ebert and wife Janel of Flower Mound, Texas, Randal Hill and wife Stacy of St. Charles, Missouri, James Ash and wife Sallie of Ballwin, Missouri, Mary Ash of Los Angeles, California, and Thomas Kirn of Chicago, Illinois, great-grandchildren Seth, Luke, Brendan, Joseph, Liam, Lorelei and Sadie. Visitation Monday, November 21, 2011 at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus from 3:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. with Funeral Mass 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, November 22, 2011 at her church, Sacred Heart Church in Crystal City, officiated by Fr. Joseph Wormek, Pastor.  Interment Sacred Heart Cemetery, Crystal City.  Memorials in her memory preferred to the Sacred Heart Church Partners in Educational fund.

Joseph C. “Joe” Brock Jr. age 74, of De Soto, Missouri, passed away on November 18, 2011, in St. Louis, Missouri. He was born March 28, 1937, In Litchfield, Illinois. He was a retired insurance agent and member of Hillsboro United Methodist Church. He is survived by, Wife-Frances Brock (nee Thiel), of De Soto, Missouri; Son-Joseph M. (Vivian) Brock, of Beijing China; Daughter-Susan (David) Vila, of Siloam Springs, Arkansas; Daughter-Julie Brock, of Chicago, Illinois; Sister in-law-Joanna Brock, of Clarksville, Missouri. Also survived by his grandchildren, Samuel, Charles, Henry Vila, and Joseph Brock. Preceded in death by, Father-Joseph C. Brock Sr.; Mother-Viola Brock (nee Poucher) Brother-Bruce Brock. Visitation-Tuesday, November 22, 2011, from 4PM to 7PM at the Robert D. Brown Funeral Home, Hillsboro, Missouri. Funeral-Tuesday November 22, 2011, at 7PM in the Robert D. Brown Funeral Home Chapel. Memorials to- The American Heart Association.

Betty F. (Spence) Mitchell, age 78, formerly of Herculaneum, MO, passed away on Monday, November 21, 2011 at Elmond Nursing Home in Maryville, Illinois. She was born on August 3, 1933, in Manila, Arkansas to the late A.A. and Willie (Gilmore) Spence. She was preceded in death by her husband: Jim F. Mitchell. She is survived by her sons: Michael (Barbara) Mitchell of Dexter, MO, Thomas Mitchell of Moberly, MO and Jimmy (Frankie) Mitchell of Collinsville, IL, daughters: Cathy Lynn (Randol) McCabe of DeSoto, MO and Lora (Khan) Inthaluexay of Granite City, IL,  brother: Jim (Janet) Spence of St Peters, MO, sisters: Mary Hoelman of St Peters, MO and Patty (Harry) Phipps of Pevely, MO, 21 grandchildren, and 14 great grandchildren. In addition to her parents and her husband, she was preceded in death by her son; David Mitchell, daughters: Carla Jo Pfeffer, Constance Gott and Camille Mitchell, brother: Joe Spence and sisters: Laverne Baugus and Anna Mae Bradford. She was a homemaker who enjoyed singing gospel music in the choir, loved Thanksgiving, taking care of her family and watching soap operas especially "The Young and the Restless". She was a member of the Gethsemane General Baptist Church. Funeral service to be held on Saturday, November 26, 2011 at 11:00am at Mahn Twin City Chapel in Festus. Visitation Friday from 5-8pm. Interment Herculaneum Cemetery. Memorials preferred to the family. Pastor Eddie Witt to officiate the service.

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Donald R. Thomas, age 76, of Herculaneum, MO entered into rest on Wednesday, November 23, 2011 at his residence. Born August 12, 1935, in Missouri to the late Charles G. and Lora (Kellett) Thomas. He is survived by his wife of 54 years: Fran (Dodd) Thomas of Herculaneum, MO, son; Michael Thomas of Missouri, brother: Randy (Peggy) Thomas of Texas, grandchildren: Michelle, Shannon, Stephanie, D.J., Ryan, Casey and Tosha, and great grandchildren: Logan, Christopher, Lucas, Molly, Damon, D.J. Jr., Aidan, Grant, Alex and Leah. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by daughter: Donna Pool, brother: Charles Thomas and sister: Sandra Sasseen. He was a retired police officer with the St Louis County Police Department. He also worked for the Jefferson County Sheriff's Department for five years. He retired as a technical sergeant after 20 years in the United States Air Force. He served his country during the Korean and Vietnam wars. He was a member of the American Legion Post #253, Elks Lodge #1721, VFW Post #3777, Amvets Post #42 and the Mississippi River Eagles of Crystal City. He was also a member of the Church of Christ in St Louis. Funeral service to be held on Monday, November 28, 2011 at 12:00 noon at Mahn Twin City Chapel in  Festus. Visitation Sunday fronm 5-8PM. Interment with full military honors at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. Donations preferred to the family. Reverend Jim Owens to officiate service.

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Doris Jean Dierks, Age: 76, of De Soto, Missouri, passed away November 23, 2011 at her residence in De Soto, MO. She was an attendant at Jefferson Square Cleaners before her retirement. Born September 5, 1935 in St. Louis, Missouri, she was the daughter of the late James Washington and Thelma Marie (nee Baker) Christian. She is survived by her husband Clifford Dierks, De Soto, MO; Children: Mike (Terri) Dierks, Hillsboro, MO; Mark Dierks, De Soto, MO; Patricia (Ron) Drake, and Helen (Glen) Owen, Springfield, MO, Daughter-in-Law: Shelly Dierks, Dittmer, (preceded in death by one son, Martin Dierks); Brothers & Sisters: Charlotte (Bud) Gordon, Hillsboro; preceded  in death by 3 sisters: Mary Rogers, Virginia Nappier, and Dolores Schneedle; preceded in death by two brothers: George and David Christian. Survived by brothers-in-law Frank Rogers and John Schneedle, both of De Soto; and sister-in-law Jeri Christian, Festus (preceded in death by  brother-in-law: Clayton Nappier and sister-in-law Glenda Christian) Grandchildren: 13 and Great Grandchildren: 18. Memorial Service Date and Time: Tuesday, November 29, 2011 7:00PM. Place of Service: Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiating: Rev. Bruce Valle. Inurnment: Four Seasons Mausoleum at Woodlawn Cemetery, De Soto, MO. Memorial Gathering: Tuesday 5:00 – 7:00PM. As an expression of sympathy memorials may be made to: Teen Challenge of St. Louis, P.O. Box 213, High Ridge, MO  63049. Place of Inurnment: Four Seasons Mausoleum, Woodlawn Cemetery, De Soto, MO. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

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LeRoy Francis “Zeke” Pruneau, age 94 of Crystal City, Missouri passed away Sunday, November 27, 2011 at Crystal Oaks Nursing Center, Crystal City.  He was born January 24, 1917 in Crystal City the son of the late Magdelene (nee Linderer) and Emile Pruneau. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his wife Gladys (nee Heob) Pruneau, brothers Edmond “Nip” Pruneau and his wife Eleanor, Joseph “Doc” Pruneau, Martin Paul Pruneau, Anthony “Tony” Pruneau and his wife Christine, sisters Helen Roskowski and her husband Ron, Louise Jokerst and her husband Ben, Rita Coleman and her husband Joe, an infant sister Lorene Pruneau, brother-in-laws John Hill, Roy McCormack, and Jim Aubuchon. He is survived by a son, Terry Pruneau and wife Lois of Carson City, Nevada, daughters, Martha DeMent and husband Tim of Festus, Missouri, Vickie Fritsche and husband George of Augusta, Georgia, grandchildren Dr. Christopher Speidel and wife Christy, Elizabeth Speidel Chapman, Susan Speidel Mastrioni, Randy Pruneau and wife Jamie, Derrick Pruneau and wife Jessica, Steve Pruneau and wife Kam, Nik Seibert, Jamie Blankenship and husband Tim, 17 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandson, Jayden Coston.  He is also survived by sisters Eleanor Hill of Crystal City, Virginia McCormack of Festus and Emiline Aubuchon of Crystal City. He was a member of Sacred Heart Church, Knights of Columbus Council #1230 and a veteran of the United States Army. Visitation at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus Thursday, December 1, 2011 from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. with Funeral Mass on Friday, December 2, 2011 at 10:00 A.M. at Sacred Heart Church officiated by Fr. Joseph Wormek, Pastor.  Interment Sacred Heart Cemetery, Crystal City, Missouri. Memorials preferred to St. Jude Hospital for Children.

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Norville Joseph Drury, age 82 of Festus, Missouri passed away Monday, November 28, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center, Crystal City, Missouri.  He was born January 7, 1929 in St. Louis, Missouri the son of the late Catherine Edna (nee Ruh) and Edwin D. Drury.  He is also preceded in death by a brother Dermont Drury. He is survived by numerous cousins. He was a Merchant Marine in the Coast Guard, a member of the United States Army and Air Force and worked on the barge lines. Visitation Thursday, December 1, 2011 at 10:00 A.M. until time of Mass at 11:00 A.M. at Sacred Heart Church, Crystal City, Missouri officiated by Rev. Joseph Wormek, Pastor.  Interment Sacred Heart Cemetery, Crystal City, Missouri.  Memorials preferred to Masses.

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Karen S. (Burton) Fine, age 68, of Festus, MO, passed away on Tuesday, November 29, 2011 at her residence. She was born on May 26, 1943, to Richard and Maureen (Burgess) Burton of St Louis, MO. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her daughters: Kelly (Richard) Winter of Clayton, MO and Katy (Richard Newman) Fine of Kirksville, MO, grandchildren: Sean and Liam, brother: William Burton of Hawaii, and Patrice (Brandon) Johnston of St Charles, MO along with many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She was a retired art teacher who worked for the Festus School District for 26 years. She loved her grandchildren and daughters and enjoyed art and gardeniing. A memorial gathering will be held on Friday, December 2, 2011 from 5-7PM at Mahn Twin City Chapel in Festus. Service to be held at 7PM. Interment is private. Minister Don Bahrt to officiate. Donations preferred to the Susan G. Komen Foundation, Attention: Donor Services, PO Box 650309, Dallas, TX 75265-0309.

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Earl Wilson Wagner, age 92 of Festus, Missouri passed away Tuesday, November 29, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center, Crystal City, Missouri.  He was born August 24, 1919 in Potter, Nebraska the son of the late Clara (nee Mueller) and W. Wilson Wagner.  In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his wife Wilma (nee Young) Wagner and brothers Harlan Wagner and Willard Wagner. He is survived by sons, Ronald Wagner and wife Carla of Amherst, Virginia and Gerald Wagner and wife Sharon of Georgetown, Texas, daughters Barbara Wagner of DeSoto, Missouri, Carol Moreno and husband Gene of Tucson, Arizona, a sister Leora Hoffman of Bonne Terre, Missouri,  sisters-in-law Jane Wagner and Janie Wagner, 6 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. He was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Crystal City, a veteran of the United States Army, member of VFW Post #3777 and a retired shoe sales representative. Visitation at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus, Saturday, December 3, 2011 from 4:30 P.M. until 7:00 P.M.  Funeral Service Sunday, December 4, 2011 at 2:00 P.M. at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Crystal City officiated by Pastor Jarold Rux.  Interment Woodlawn Cemetery, DeSoto, Missouri. Memorials preferred to Immanuel Lutheran Church, Crystal City, Missouri.

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Lawrence G. Hansen, Age: 90 of De Soto, Missouri, passed away November 29, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Crystal City, MO. He Worked for Borden’s Dairy. Born September 4, 1921 in Omaha, Nebraska, he was the son of the late Lars G. and Mary Jane (nee Plummer) Hansen. He is survived by his Wife Helen (nee Johnson) Hansen, De Soto, MO, Daughter Sandra (Charles Arnett) Viggers, Haines City, FL; (preceded in death by sister, Bertha Boyer) Grandchildren: 3; Wendie (Bill) Marshall, Dawn (Cory) Penneau, and Eric Mahn; Great Grandchildren: 5. Member of Church: Oakland Baptist Church, De Soto, MO. Organizations: served in the U.S. Navy during WWII; Amvets Post #48. Funeral Service: Friday, December 2, 2011 @ 11:30 AM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiated by: Bro. Ron Barton. Place of Burial:  Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. Visitation: Thursday, December 1, 2011 4 PM – 8 PM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

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Rejohnia Dee Corzine, Age: 46 of Imperial, MO, passed away November 29, 2011 at her residence in Imperial, MO. She was a Homemaker. Born July 19, 1965 in Princeton, Kentucky, she was the Daugher of the late Raymond F. and Mary Lucille (Barnett) Pool She is survived by her husband Steve Corzine; Children: Tim Corzine, Imperial, MO, Tabitha (Jason) Bockhoff, Arnold, MO, Allen Corzine, Columbia, MO; Brothers & Sisters: Bob (Bonnie) Pool, Cedar Hill, MO, Randy (Traysa Sauer) Pool, De Soto, MO, Doug Pool, Cedar Hill, MO, Guy (Rhonda Newbold) Pool, House Springs, MO; Grandchildren: Caylub Corzine and Kylee Murphy. Memorial Service: Sunday, December 4, 2011 @ 1 PM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral HomeOfficiated by: Rev. Steve LeachVisitation: Sunday, December 4, 2011 12 PM – 1 PM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral HomeIn lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Dee Corzine Benefit, Eagle Bank, P.O. Drawer A, House Springs, MO 63051. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

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