Jefferson County Obituaries

Merril W. Brown, 74, of DeSoto entered into rest on Saturday, October 1, 2011 in Crystal City. He was the born in Troy Missouri on June 2, 1937; son of the late Deallo E and Donnie O. (Barnes) Brown. He is survived by his wife, Liliian (Elliott) Brown. Mr. Brown was a veteran of the US Army. He was a foreman and machinist for the Crown Zeller Box Company. He was a black belt in karate, a fisherman and an Oversize Load Escort and a member of the Book of Acts Church. Along with his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Dawn (Dennis) Loughery, Imperial and Sherri (Ted) Mazurek, Dittmer; a brother, Earl Brown of Texas; twenty grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Rev. Barry Lakes will be officiating. Service:
Date: Graveside, Wednesday, October 5, 2011. Time: 11:00am. Service Location: Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. Interment: Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. Memorials/Donations: to the family for expenses.

Deanna Sue Nash, age 71 of French Village, Missouri, passed away Saturday, October 1, 2011 at Parkland Hospital, Bonne Terre, Missouri. She was born August 8, 1940 in Crystal City, Missouri the daughter of the late Mabel (nee Edwards) LaRose-Cotner and Dennis LaRose. She is survived by her husband Robert “Bob” Nash, a son Bob Nash of French Village, daughters Mendy Orr and husband Steve of Farmington, Missouri, Bridgette VanNostrand and husband Steve of Jacksonville Arkansas and Brenda McKinney and husband Mike of Seligman, Missouri, grandchildren Katie and Christopher Orr, Gayla Rauschstadt, Billy, Charlene and Jake VanNostrand a great-granddaughter Alexis Rauschstadt and her step-father Richard Cotner of Arizona. She was a Glassworker for Flat River Glass Company in Flat River, Missouri Visitation at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus, Tuesday, October 4, 2011 from 4:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. Funeral Services 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, October 5, 2011 at the funeral home with Rev. Terry Crank officiating. Interment Rose Lawn Memorial Gardens, Crystal City, Missouri. Memorials preferred to the American Lung Association.

Richard Lee Russell, age 59 of Festus, Missouri passed away Saturday, October 1, 2011 at Scenic Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Herculaneum, Missouri. He was born July 5, 1952 in St. Louis, Missouri the son of the late Constance (nee Moria) and Herbert Russell. He is survived by his wife Ruth Ann (nee Gegg) Russell, a daughter Kathleen Gross and husband Kevin of Festus, a son Eric (Danielle) Russell of Herculaneum, step-daughter Deanna Maxwell and husband Tony of Potosi, Missouri, step-sons James Skaggs and wife Sabrinna of Bloomfield, Missouri, Anthony Skaggs of Hannibal, Missouri and Chad Skaggs of Potosi, brothers Robert Russell, St. Louis, Missouri Herbert “Mike” Mulsen and wife Margaret of St. Louis, Missouri and a nephew Paul Mulsen. He was an Auto Worker for Chrysler Corporation and a member of Sacred Heart Church in Crystal City, Missouri. Memorial Mass 10:00 A.M. Saturday, October 8, 2011 at Sacred Heart Church with Fr. Joseph Wormek, Pastor, officiating. Memorials preferred to the American Cancer Society.

Antoinette “Toni” Stricker, age 61, of St. Charles, MO (formerly of De Soto), passed away October 1, 2011 at St. Joseph SSM Medical Center, St. Charles, MO. She was a Homemaker. Born February 6, 1950 in Cleveland, OH, she was the Daugher of the late Anthony Milicia, Sr. and Virginia (Mickey) Milicia, Cleveland, OH. Along with her Mother she is also survived by her Children: Scott Macdonald, Mascoutah, IL, Billy Macdonald, St. Charles, MO, Marcus Stricker, St. Charles, MO; Brothers & Sisters: Anthony (Eva) Milicia, Charlotte, N.C.; Ginger Burton, Akron, OH; Nicoleta (the late Bob) Dursi, Detroit, MI, Grandchildren: Nicholas Macdonald, Mascoutah, IL and James Stricker, St. Charles, MO. Funeral Service: Saturday, October 8, 2011 @ 1:00 PM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiated by: Ron Follmer. Visitation: Saturday, October 8 2011 11 AM – 1 PM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. As an expression of Sympathy donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

Ronald Clark Chapman, age 80 of Festus, Missouri passed away Sunday, October 2, 2011 at Barnes-Jewish Medical Center in St. Louis, Missouri. He was born April 22, 1931 in Crystal City, Missouri the son of the late Mildred (nee Holland) and Nelson Chapman. He is survived by his wife Geraldine (nee McDonald) Chapman, two sons, Leonard Chapman and wife Terry of Festus and Mark Chapman and wife Angie of Ballwin, Missouri, three brothers Robert Chapman and wife Alta of Crystal City, Jack Chapman of DeLand, Florida, Joseph Chapman and wife Barbara of Festus, a sister Linda Brockway and husband Clarence of Owosso, Michigan, three grandchildren Josh Chapman and wife Kassie, Brian Chapman and Cassidy Chapman and two great-grandchildren, Kyndal and Levi Chapman. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews. He was employed as a carpenter for St. Louis Ship for 29 years and then the City of Festus Street Department. Visitation from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M., Thursday, October 6, 2011 at Vinyard Funeral Home with services at the funeral home on Friday, October 7, 2011 at 10:00 A.M. officiated by Chaplain Dennis Heck, Jefferson Regional Medical Center, Crystal City, Missouri. Interment Presbyterian/Methodist Cemetery, Festus, Missouri. Memorials preferred to the American Cancer Society.

Dorothy Mae Clifton, age 85 of Festus, Missouri passed away Sunday, October 2, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center, Crystal City, Missouri. She was born August 29, 1926 in Festus the daughter of the late Meta “Mae” (nee Ahlemeyer) and Felix “Shorty” Basler. She is survived by her husband Russell Glenwood Clifton, sons Mark Clifton and wife Lori of Manchester, Missouri and Bart Clifton and wife Jackie of New London, Connecticut, daughters Alanna “Lanna” Geiler of Oakville, Missouri and Laura J. Werner and husband Tim of Westerville, Ohio, a brother Louis Basler of Festus, sisters Bernice Hurst and husband Verlyn of Festus, Helen Tucker and husband Tom of Crystal City and Shirley Singleton and husband Edward of St. Louis, Missouri, 9 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by a sister-in-law Delores Basler and a granddaughter. She was a member of the Church of Our Lady in Festus and a retired cook with the Festus R-6 School District. Memorial Mass to be held at Church of Our Lady at a later date. Inurnment at National Cemetery, Jefferson Barracks, Missouri.

Ivan Donald Hudson, age 74 of Festus, Missouri passed away Sunday, October 2, 2011 at his residence. He was born December 29, 1936 in Inola, Oklahoma the son of the late Jessie (nee Belden) and Ivan Hudson. He is survived by his wife Karen (nee Calahan) Hudson, a daughter Jeanette Hennemann and husband Lance of Festus, sons Donald Hudson of Las Vegas, Nevada and Joshua Hudson of Festus, brothers John Hudson and wife Janice of Oklahoma, sisters Vicki Wade and husband Bill of Oklahoma, Jessie Mae Bowden of Oklahoma, Peggy Edmondson and husband Grady of Oklahoma, step-sisters Dorothy Armstrong of Oregon, Earline Campbell of California and one granddaughter Samantha Hudson. He is also survived by many loved nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great- nephews, cousins and friends. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by a brother Charles Hudson, sisters Elsie Moulder, Barbara Jean Hudson, and a step-sister Wanda Hayes. He was a member of the Hematite Christian Church, veteran of the United States Army, a retired installer with AT&T/Alcatel-Lucent, served on the Quad City Senior Citizen Committee and was a volunteer for Meals on Wheels. Visitation at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus Thursday, October 6, 2011 at 11:00 A.M. with services at 1:00 P.M. officiated by Rev. Terry Crank. Interment National Cemetery, Jefferson Barracks, Missouri. Memorials preferred to Quad-City Senior Center.

Phyllis A. Dinnius, age 62, of De Soto, Missouri, passed away October 3, 2011 at the Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Crystal City, MO. She was a Homemaker. Born November 16, 1948 in Evansville, Indiana, she was the Daughter of Cleatis Morehead, De Soto, MO the late Wilda Lee (nee Greathouse) Morehead. She is survived by her former Husband: Ed Dinnius, Des Peres, MO; Three Sons: Scott (Katie) Johnson, St. Petersburg, FL, Shane (Darla) Johnson, Cedar Hill, MO, Courtney Dinnius, Des Peres, MO; One Brother: Lane (Jan) Morehead, De Soto, MO; Grandchildren: 4. Member of Church: Mount Olive United Methodist Church, De Soto, MO. Organizations: Loved Helping People. Funeral Service: Saturday, October 8, 2011 @ 3:00 PM @ Mt. Olive United Methodist Church. Officiated by: Rev. Nancy Smith. Place of Burial: Mount Olive Cemetery, De Soto, MO. Visitation: Saturday, October 8, 2011 1 PM – 3 PM at Mt. Olive United Methodist Church. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

Virginia Campbell, age 90, of Blackwell, Missouri, passed away October 4, 2011 at hesidence in Blackwell, MO. She was a Budget Systems Analyst for US Army. Born August 19, 1921 in Blackwell, MO, she was the Daughter of the late Howard Stanley and Genevieve (Donald) Cole. She was also preceded in death by her Husband, the late Lt. Col. Army Ret. James Stanley Campbell. She is survived by her Children: James “Jim” Michael (Holly) Campbell, St. Louis, MO, Mary Patricia Rutkowski, Blackwell, MO; Brothers & Sisters: Ruth (the late Ernest) Cole McKee, Blackwell, MO (preceded in death by siblings, Elaine Babbitt and James Cole); Grandchildren: 3. Member of Church: St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church, De Soto, MO. Funeral Service: Sunday, October 9, 2011 @ 2:30 PM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiated by: Bill Afflater. Place of Burial: Blackwell Masonic Cemetery, Blackwell, MO. Visitation: Saturday, October 8, 2011 4 PM – 8 PM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Missouri Botanical Gardens 4344 Shaw Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63110. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

Alice T. Curry, age 86, of Herculaneum, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, October 4, 2011 in Vacaville, California. She was born August 30, 1925 in Festus, Missouri, the daughter of the late Sadie Mary (nee Boyer) and John Esch. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband James B. “Shorty” Curry, a sister Ruth (the late Chalmer) Clifton, brothers John “Bud” (the late Vallie “Chick”) Esch, and Bernard (LaVonna “Bonnie” survives of Festus) Esch. She is survived by a daughter Sandra “Sandy” Fish and husband Ronald L. “Ben” of Vacaville, sisters Vivian (the late Andrew) DeGeare of Festus, Missouri, Marjorie (the late Bill) Coleman of St. Louis, Missouri and Bernice (the late Clyde) Chamberlain of Bonne Terre, Missouri, and a brother Richard Esch and wife Joan of Festus. She was a glassworker at the Pittsburg Plate Glass Company’s Crystal City plant and a longtime member of the Assumption Catholic Church in Herculaneum.Visitation from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, October 12, 2011 at Vinyard Hillcrest Funeral Home in Pevely, Missouri. Funeral Mass 10:00 A.M. Thursday, October 13, 2011 at Church of The Assumption, Herculaneum, with Fr. Joseph Wormek officiating. Interment Rose Lawn Memorial Gardens, Crystal City. Memorials preferred to the American Heart Association.

Concetta "Connie" Guilbot, 94, of DeSoto, (formerly of Hillsboro) entered into rest on Tuesday, October 4, 2011 at Hillcrest Care Center in DeSoto. Connie was born July 21, 1917 to the late Nicholas and Filamena (Napolitano) Mascolo in Newark, New Jersey. She married Joseph Peter Guilbot in Long Branch, New Jersey in 1955. Joseph preceded her in death on December 16, 2007. She is survived by her loving daughter, Lori (Richard) Lofton of Hillsboro, a grandson Jason Lofton and a sister, Fran Raichelson of Holyoke, MA. She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, and 3 brothers, Anthony, Sal, and Don Mascolo and 2 sisters; Ann and Carmie. Connie absolutely loved dancing and "Big Band Era" music, RVing, church groups and spending time with her family. Date: Saturday, October 8, 2011. Time: 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. Visitation Location: Mahn DeSoto Chapel. Service:
Date: Saturday, October 8, 2011. Time: 1:00 pm. Service Location: Mahn DeSoto Chapel. Interment: Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. Deacon Ed will officiate the service. Donations may be made to the family for funeral expenses.

Sreeja Smith, age 27, of St. Louis, Missouri, passed away suddenly on October 4, 2011, In St. Louis, Missouri. Sreeja was a graduate of Grandview High School. She was employed with a Places For People, in St. Louis, Missouri. She is survived by, Her parents, John and Sandra (nee Freguson) Smith, of Hillsboro, Missouri; Brother-Greg (Cindy) Smith, of Farmington, Missouri; Grandmother-Helouise Ferguson, of Farmington, Missouri; Grandmother Betty Wooldridge, of Magnolia, Arkansas. Proceeded in death by, Brother-Daniel Smith; Grandfather-Ralph Ferguson; Grandfather-Paul Wooldridge. Visitation-Sunday, October 9, 2011, from 3PM to 6PM at Robert D. Brown Funeral Home, Hillsboro, Missouri. Funeral-Monday, October 10, 2011, at 10AM in the Robert D. Brown Funeral Home Chapel. Interment-Hillsboro, Cemetery, Hillsboro, Missouri. Memorial to-Caring Corner Counseling, P.O. Box 365, Festus, MO 63028

Emogene Vaught, age 86, of De Soto, MO, passed away October 4, 2011 at her residence in De Soto, MO. She was a Homemaker. Born September 28, 1925 in Grant County, Arkansas, she was the Daughter of the late James Dudley and Frona Bell (nee Smith) Goldman. Along with her parents she was also preceded in death by her Husband, the late Robert M. Vaught. She is survived by her Son: Richard Allen “Rick” (Julie) Vaught, Cleveland, OK; Brothers & Sisters: James Sterlyn Goldman, Pine Bluff, AR, Charles Goldman, Pine Bluff, AR, Marie Clement, Pine Bluff, AR, Rubetty Copeland, Pine Bluff, AR, Sister-in-Law: Shirley Goldman, Pine Bluff, AR (preceded in death by siblings, Dorothy Smith, Doris Petty, Harold Dean Goldman, and Bertha West); Grandchildren: 5; Great Grandchildren: 5; Great Great Grandchildren: 3. Member of Church: Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witness-De Soto Congregation. Organizations: Memorial Service: Saturday, October 8, 2011 @ 2:00 PM. Officiated by: Tony Lammert. Inurnment: Four Seasons Mausoleum, Woodlawn Cemetery, De Soto, MO. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

Alma M. Behr, age 87, of De Soto, Missouri, passed away October 5, 2011 at NHC Healthcare, Desloge, MO. She was a Homemaker. Born August 14, 1924 in Old Mines, MO, she was the Daughter of the late Clarence J. Osia and Kate Mary (nee Thebeau) Osia. She was also preceded in death by her two Husbands: the late Virgil Yount and the late James Behr. She is survived by a Son: Michael (Sherri) Yount, Bonne Terre, MO; Step Daughter: Nancy (Leonard) Ackman, Hematite, MO; Step Son: Jim Behr, De Soto, MO; Brothers & Sisters: Ruth Slavit, Crystal City, MO, Clifford (Effie) Osia, Jasonville, IN, Glen (Linda) Coleman, De Soto, MO (preceded in death by one brother, Russell Osia); Grandchildren: Brandi Yount, Bonne Terre, MO; Jeff (Susie) Yount, Ft. Smith, AR; Greg (Becky) Yount, Bloomsdale, MO (preceded in death by one grandson, Michael Yount, Jr.); Great Grandchildren: Yes. Member of Church: St. Rose of Lima Church, De Soto, MO. Funeral Service: Thursday, October 6, 2011 @ 3:00 PM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiated by: Deacon Ed Boyer. Place of Burial: Calvary Cemetery, De Soto, MO. Visitation: Thursday, October 6, 2011 from 1 PM – 3 PM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

Betty Lee Brown, age 86, of Barnhart, Missouri, passed away on October 5, 2011, in St. Louis, Missouri. She was born on April 3, 1925, in Belleville, Illinois. She was a WWII Air Force Veteran and a retired claims Examiner for General American. She is survived by: Daughter- Janice L. (Richard) Kempa, of Hillsboro Missouri; Son- Bruce ( Mary Dee)Brown, of St. Louis, Missouri; Son- Scott A. Brown, of Pevely Missouri; Daughter- Ellen M. (Dwain) Smith, of Hillsboro Missouri; Brother- Don Hitchings, of Hardin Illinois; Brother- Pat Hitchings, of Hamburg, Germany. She is also survived by, 14-Grand Children, 15-Great Grand Children: 2. Proceeded in death by: Husband- Billy L. Brown; Son- Douglas J. Brown; Brothers – Fred, Allen and Roy Hitchings; Sister-Dorothy Jean Hutter; Longtime companion William Gutjahr. Visitation : Friday, October 7, 2011, from 5:00 until 8:00 PM at the Robert D. Brown Funeral Home Hillsboro, Missouri. Funeral: Saturday, October 8, 2011, at 10 AM in the Funeral Home Chapel. Interment – Shepherd Hills Cemetery, Barnhart, Missouri. Donations to Disabled Veterans appreciated.

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Dale Leonard Decker, age 64 of Bloomsdale, Missouri passed away Wednesday, October 5, 2011 at Festus Manor Nursing Center in Festus, Missouri. He was born August 18, 1947 in Rutland, Illinois the son of the late Annabelle (nee Smith) and Charles Decker. He is survived by his wife Carolyn Sue (nee Dunn) Decker, a brother Thomas Decker and wife Robin of Champaign, Illinois and a sister Carol Decker of Champaign. He was a United States Army Vietnam Veteran and a retired truck driver for Davenport Muffler. Visitation Monday, October 10, 2011 from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus. Funeral services Tuesday, October 11, 2011 at 9:30 A.M., officiated by Rev. Terry Crank, pastor of First Christian Church of Hematite, Missouri. Interment National Cemetery, Jefferson Barracks, Missouri. In lieu of flowers memorials preferred to the Alzheimer’s Association.

Kenneth R. Smith, 76, of DeSoto, entered into rest on Wednesday, October 5, 2011 in Crystal City, Missouri. Born on March 19, 1935 to the late George W. and Minnie Belle (Ellis) Smith in Bonne Terre, Missouri. He enjoyed working on cars, collecting die cast cars, fishing; his CB Club handle was "Blue Mule". He is survived by his loving family which includes: sons, David R. (Lynn Fredrick) Smith of Lakeland, FL, and Johnny G. Smith of DeSoto; daughters; Julie (Don W.) Hurtgen of Festus, Amy (James) Maxwell of DeSoto, and Andreanna M. Williams of Trenton, OH; grandchildren; Ryan, Sarah, Kenneth, James, Matthew, Jair, and Catiyana; great grandchildren: Zachary and Collin; sister, Patsy of Cuba, MO; and friend, Joyce Witte. He was preceded in death by his parents; son-in-law, Gary Williams; brothers: Lloyd, Howard, Donald and Harold; sisters: Vernita, Norma Jean, Donna, Maudy, Edna, Effie and Priscilla. Date: : Thursday, October 6, 2011, Time: 10:00 am. Service Location: Graveside Service: Peaceful Ridge Cemetery, Hwy 110-North, DeSoto. Interment: Peaceful Ridge Cemetery, Hwy 110-North, DeSoto. The graveside service will be officiated by Pastor Eric Eggers. Donations may be made to the family.

Mary Lou Boyer, age 80, of Crystal City, Missouri, passed away Thursday, October 6, 2011 at her residence. She was born December 4, 1930 in Festus, Missouri, the daughter of the late Viola Mae (nee Ogle) and Adolph Harry Rhineberger. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband Boniface Daniel Boyer, a sister Annetta Stroup and her late husband Charles, a brother Robert Rhineberger, and a grandson Larry Ziegler. She is survived by daughters Angela Schneider and husband Ronald of Hillsboro, Missouri, Bonnie Warren and husband Jack of Festus, Susan Touchton and husband Stephen of Arnold, Missouri, Kay Hartman of Pevely, Judy Ziegler of Vandalia, Illinois, Christine Schmitz of Herculaneum, Missouri and Rebecca Waites of Festus, a son James D. Boyer and wife Sheila of Ironton, Missouri, a sister-in-law Eleanor Rhineberger of Festus, companion Donald Boyer of Festus, 14 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-granddaughter. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Festus/Crystal City and the VFW #3777 Ladies Auxiliary. Visitation at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus, 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M., Sunday, October 9, 2011, with services 10:00 A.M. Monday, October 10, 2011 officiated by Rev. Gary Grey, pastor of First United Methodist Church. Interment at National Cemetery, Jefferson Barracks, Missouri. Memorials preferred to St. Anthony’s Hospice.

Jack A. Davis, age 65, of De Soto, Missouri, passed away October 6, 2011 at his residence in De Soto, MO. He was an Inventory Management Supervisor for U.S. Air Force. Born December 16, 1945 in Norfolk, VA, he was the Son of the late Woid Edward “Jack” and Margaret Ester (nee Atwood) Davis. He is survived by his Wife, Kathie Kay (nee Schenk) Davis, De Soto, MO; Children: Robert (Becky) Davis, New Baden, IL, Wendy (Ronald Sr.) Davis-March, Pheonix, AZ, Patricia (Les) Davis-Clemon, South Souix, NE, Michelle (Marty) VanStaveren, Pheonix, AZ; Other Relatives: Aunt Alice Mae Rickman, Greensboro N.C.; Grandchildren: Stephen, Michael, Ron Jr., Zach, Josh, Taylor, Jacob, Jeremiah, Jordan, and Jazlinn; Great Grandchildren: Elli Davis. Memorial Service: Tuesday, October 11, 2011 @ 12:00 PM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiated by: Rev. Dewey Johnson. Place of Burial: National Cemetery, Jefferson Barracks, MO. Gathering: Tuesday, October 11, 2011 from 11 AM – 12 PM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. As an expression of sympathy memorials can be sent to the Wings of Hope. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

Harry F. Acre, age 87, of De Soto, Missouri, passed away October 7, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Crystal City, MO. He taught School at Poplar Bluff; Greenville; De Soto; and Fox; graduated cum laude at S.E.M.O. Born September 13, 1924 Walnut Ridge, Arkansas, he was the son the late Harry F. Sr. and Mary (nee Kirby) Acre. He is survived by his wife Lorraine (nee Hunter) Acre, De Soto, MO; Children: Frosty (Annette) Acre, Hillsboro, MO, Valerie (the late Terry) Eades, Scott City, MO; Brothers & Sisters: (preceded in death by the late Johnny Acre); Grandchildren: Patrick (Lacie) Eades, David Eades, Amanda (Kyle) Turner, Aaron Eades, Lee (Rebecca) Acre, Adam Acre, and Jordan Acre; Great Grandchildren: Bennett Eades and Justin Eades. Member of Church: First Baptist Church, De Soto, MO. Memorial Service: Monday, October 10, 2011 @ 7:00 PM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiated by: Rev. Dr. Jeremy Muniz. Place of Inurnment: De Soto City Cemetery. Gathering: Monday, October 10, 2011 5 PM – 7 PM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. As an expression of sympathy memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church Building Fund, 2000 Grace Way, De Soto, MO 63020. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

Victor H. Tindall, age 92, formerly of Pevely, Missouri, passed away Saturday, October 8, 2011 at Baisch Nursing Center, DeSoto, Missouri. He was born August 6, 1919 in Festus, Missouri the son of the late Eveline (nee Whitt) and Theodore Tindall. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Elizabeth Ann (nee Gluckhertz) Tindall, brothers Theodore “Roy”, Russell and William Tindall, sisters Alma Benson, Katherine Flieg, Georgia Pratt, Lottie Steinbach and Charlotte Tindall. He is survived by a daughter Vicke Teague of DeSoto, and son Gary Tindall and wife Pam of St. Louis, Missouri, grandchildren Tammy Berneking and husband Nate, Logan Teague and wife Jennifer, Sherry Mills, and Angie McKnight and husband Mark, great-grandchildren Luke and David Teague, Emily Berneking, Andrew, Nathan and Karina Mills, Carter, Olivia and Cameron McKnight, and a sister Gloria Quintero. He was a WW II Army veteran, member of VFW Post #3777 and a retired driver for CES Truck Lines. Visitation from 10:00 A.M. until time of services at 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, October 11, 2011 at Vinyard Hillcrest Funeral Home, Pevely, officiated by Rev. Nate Berneking. Interment with full military honors in Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery.

Jerome Alexander Brown II AKA "J' or "Rome", 22, of Barnhar, MO, entered into rest Oct 9, 2011 at St Louis University Hospital. Born Feb 8, 1989, in Ft Stewart, GA, to Jerome Brown of St Charles, MO and Rita (Boga) Brown of Barnhart, MO. In addition to his parents he is survived by brother, Joshua Brown and sisters, Carliqua Ford Spencer and Destinie Brown.Funeral service was Sat Oct 15 2011 @ Mahn Twin City Chapel,Festus. Burial was in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Crystal City.

Bruce C. Caby, age 58, of Bloomsdale, Missouri, passed away Sunday, October 9, 2011 at his residence. He was born November 20, 1952 in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, the son of the late Leota Marie (nee Schrok) and Clyde Houston Caby. He is survived by his wife Paula (nee McNail) Caby, daughters Aundreya Ottens and husband Richard of South St. Louis Co., Missouri and Alishea Elifrits and husband Caleb of Festus, Missouri, sons Robert Caby and wife Suzanne of Crystal City, Missouri, Richard Caby and wife Amanda of Pevely, Missouri, and Steven Caby and wife Christina of DeSoto, Missouri, sisters Ramona Caby of Festus, and Wanda Pruett and husband Gary of Farmington, Missouri, brother Bradley Caby of St. Charles, Missouri, grandchildren Jonathan, Isabelle, Aiden, Emerson and Dexter Caby, Avery Elifrits to arrive in November, and Adelaide Caby to arrive in February and a step-sister Becky Shaw of Festus. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his step-father George Lotz. He was a member of Sandy Baptist Church of Hillsboro, Missouri and an inspector for the Jefferson County Building Commission. Visitation at Vinyard Hillcrest Funeral Home, 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Tuesday with funeral services 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, officiated by Rev. Gary Pruett. Interment in the Mt. Zion Cemetery of Marble Hill (Scopus), Missouri. Memorials preferred to Sandy Baptist Church, First Baptist Church of Herculaneum/Pevely, or the Siteman Cancer Center.

Seth Albert Miller, age 15 months, passed away Sunday October 9, 2011 at the Cincinnati, Ohio Childrens Hospital. He was born June 14, 2010 at St. John’s Mercy Medical Center in Creve Coeur, Missouri. He is survived by his parents Jamie (nee Pinnock) and Andrew Miller, brother Joseph and sister Grace, all of Crystal City, Missouri, grandparents Carolyn and Donald Pinnock of Brownsville, Oregon, and Susan and Chester Miller of Pevely, Missouri, a great-grandmother Betty Hatch of Logan Utah, and a step-great-grandmother Joan Pinnock of Utah. Visitation from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M., Friday, October 14, 2011 at Vinyard Hillcrest Funeral Home in Pevely. Funeral services 10:00 A.M. Saturday at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, located at 4511 Butler Hill Road, St. Louis, Missouri, with Mr. David K. Sylvester, presiding. Interment at Herculaneum Cemetery, Herculaneum, Missouri.

Joseph Allen “Joey” DePalma, age 29, of Poplar Bluff, MO, passed away October 11, 2011 at the Sunshine Home in Poplar Bluff, MO. Born August 22, 1982 in Orlando, FL, he was the Son of Eugene Rene DePalma, Battle Creek, MI, and Rhonda Lynn (Maloney) Aroian, De Soto, MO. He is also survived by Brothers & Sisters: Rebecka (John) Hanrahan, De Soto, MO, Jeffery Aroian, Orlando, FL; One Niece: Kylee; Four Nephews: Nick, Alex, Zach, and Jadon. Also survived by his Sunshine Home Family; Grandmother: Carol Schrum, De Soto, MO (preceded in death by Grandfather, Dolphin “Joe” Schrum). Funeral Service: Friday, October 14, 2011 @ 1:00 PM @ Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiated by: Tim Robbins. Place of Burial: Woodlawn Cemetery, De Soto, MO. Visitation: Thursday, October 13, 2011 5 PM – 7 PM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home As an expression of sympathy memorial donations to The Sunshine Home, P.O. Box 79, Poplar Bluff, MO 63901. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

Steven Spence Phipps, age 41, of Pevely entered into rest on Thursday, October 13, 2011 in St Louis County. Born December 21, 1969, in Ceve Couer, Missouri, to Harry C. and Patty Sue (Spence) Phipps of Pevely. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his sons: Kenneth Ray Phipps of Arnold, MO and Aaron Douglas Phipps of Hillsboro,MO, daughters: Ashley Nicole Phipps of Arnold, MO and Megan Dione Phipps of Arnold,MO, stepdaughter: Melissa Kelley of Hillsboro, MO, sisters: Susan Gail (the late Butch) Weidner of Herculaneum, MO and Anita Jane Phipps of Festus, MO, and brothers: Roger Anthony (Cathy) Phipps of Gulf Breeze, FL and Bryan Douglas Phipps of Herculaneum, MO. He was previously employed as a construction worker and served his country as a member of the United States Army. He was a member of the DeSoto Church of Christ. He enjoyed fishing, the outdoors, camping, crossword puzzles, sudoku, carpentry work and enjoyed being everyone's handy man. Funeral service to be held on Tuesday, October 18, 2011 at 10AM at Mahn Festus Chapel. Visitation Monday from 5-8PM. Interment with full military honors at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. Minister Don Bahr to officiate the service. Memorials preferred to the Disabled American Veterans, PO Box 14301,, Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301

Dawson Nicholas Parker Schilly, age 2, passed away Thursday, October 13, 2011 in Festus, Missouri. He was born November 24, 2008 at Jefferson Memorial Hospital in Crystal City, Missouri. He is survived by his parents Emma Dawson of Festus and Gregory Schilly of DeSoto, Missouri, grandparents Kerri Dawson of Festus, Kenneth Dawson and wife Sierra of Tennessee, and Gerard and Sandra Schilly of DeSoto, great-grandparents Lynn and Wayne Hoff of Festus, Helen Schilly of Festus, Inaze Anderson of Festus, and James Fisher of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Visitation after 5:00 P.M. with funeral service at 7:00 P.M., Monday, October 17, 2011 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Crystal City, officiated by Pastor Jarold Rux.

Dolphin T. Schrum, III, age 42, of De Soto, MO, passed away October 13, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center Crystal City, MO. He was a HVAC Technician at Crystal Heating & Cooling. Born April 21, 1969 in Crystal City, MO, he was the Son of the late Dolphin T. “Joe” Schrum, Jr. and Carol Mae (nee Maloney) Schrum, De Soto, MO . Along with his Mother, he is survived by his wife, Shawn (nee Davis) Schrum, De Soto, MO; Children: Jennifer Schrum, De Soto, MO, Ashley Schrum, De Soto, MO, Dolphin Schrum, IV, De Soto, MO; Brothers & Sisters: Carolyn Schrum, Cedartown, GA, Penny (Don) Hayes-Schrum, De Soto, MO, Rhonda Aroian, De Soto, MO. Funeral Service: Tuesday, October 18, 2011 @ 1:00 PM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiated by: Tim Robbins. Place of Burial: Woodlawn Cemetery, De Soto, MO. Visitation: Monday, October 17, 2011 4-8 PM @ Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

Kade Michael Bauman, age 3, of Festus, Missouri, passed away Friday, October 14, 2011 in his sleep. He was born February 7, 2008 in St. Louis, Missouri. He is survived by his parents Annette (nee Bills) and Josh Bauman, a brother Jackson Bauman, grandparents Fawn (nee Smith) and Francis Bauman of Festus, and Guyla (nee Henderson) and James Bills of Hillsboro, Missouri, great-grandparents Marguerite (nee Wehner) and Wilfred Bauman of Festus, Neda Jo Bills of Arkansas City, Kansas, and Wanda Henderson of Arkansas City, and two aunts Angela Stevens of Branson, Missouri and Amy Guisto and husband Tony of Mokena, Illinois. He is preceded in death by great-grandparents Lloyd Bills, Charlotte “Shug” (nee Edwards) Gooch, Roy Smith and Floyd Henderson, and an uncle Elijah Jacob Bauman. Visitation from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M., Sunday, October 16, 2011 at Church of Our Lady in Festus. Funeral Mass 9:30 A.M. Monday, October 17, 2011 at Church of Our Lady in Festus with Fr. John Kerber, Officiating. Interment in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Crystal City, Missouri. Memorials preferred to the Make-a-Wish Foundation of St. Louis or the Variety Children's Charity of St. Louis. http://www.ourfamilyof4.com

Karl C. Hansohm, age 82, of Festus, MO, passed away on Saturday, October 15, 2011 at his residence. Born December 23, 1928 in Emkendorf Kreis Plon, Germany to the late Heinrich and Dora Hansohm. He was raised in Germany and attended school there. He married Annemarie (Paetzel) on November 10, 1951 in Germany. Karl immigrated to Chicago, IL on August 8, 1962. He gained his U.S. citizenship in 1966. A resident of Festus since 1994, he enjoyed his home in Riverhills. In addition to his wife of 59 years: Annemarie (Paetzel) Hansohm, he is survived by his daughters: Heidemarie (Harold) Pajewski of Chicago, IL and Jutta (John) Nenninger of Festus, MO, grandchildren: Marina Schutt, Philip Pajewski and Eric Nenninger, 5 great grandchildren. He enjoyed gardening and nature and loved his family. A memorial gathering will be held on Saturday, October 29 from 10AM-12PM at Mahn Festus Chapel. Memorial service at 12:00 noon.

Virginia H. “Chic” Casper, age 86, of Festus, Missouri, passed away Sunday, October 16, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Crystal City, Missouri. She was born November 24, 1924 in DeSoto, Missouri, the daughter of the late Katherine “Katie” (nee Koch) and George Bradford. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Darrell L. Casper, a son Allan Casper, sisters Leona Nolan, Alberta Kennedy and Loretta Pickey, brothers Paul, Bill, Ted, Phil and George Bradford. She is survived by daughters Carol Gray and husband Steve of Festus, Mary Wood of Bismarck, Missouri, Rosanne Langeneckert of Festus, Suzanne Risinger of Byrnes Mill, Missouri, and Anna Hubbard and husband Kevin of Edwardsville, Illinois, sons Gene Casper and wife Barbara of Festus, Terry Casper of Festus, and Joe Casper of Festus, 16 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. She was a member of Sacred Heart Church in Crystal City and employed at Jefferson Memorial Hospital in Crystal City as a supply clerk. Visitation from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M., Tuesday at Vinyard Funeral Home in Festus. Funeral Mass at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday at Sacred Heart Church in Crystal City, officiated by Fr. Joseph Wormek. Interment in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Crystal City. Memorials preferred to the St. Vincent de Paul Society.

Ila Norman Kite, age 95, of De Soto, MO, passed away October 16, 2011 at Hillcrest Nursing Center in De Soto, MO. He Owned and Operated Kite’s Shoe Repair and Sales in De Soto, MO. Born August 17, 1916 in De Soto, Missouri, he was the Son of the late John and Ida (nee Able) Kite. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, the late Violet Eula (nee King) Kite. He is survived by his children: Mark (Gina) Kite, Villa Ridge, MO, Diane (Mark) Madding, Hillsboro, MO, Daughter-in-law: Kay Kite, De Soto, MO (preceded in death by one son, Wayne Kite); Brothers & Sisters: Lorraine (Roy) Puckett, Arnold, MO, Dovie Kite, De Soto, MO, Alvie Kite, Florissant, MO; Two Sister-in-Laws: Ann Kite, Otto, MO, Ruth Kite, Leadwood, MO (preceded in death by ten siblings, Darrelll Kite, Beulah Blazer, Velma Hoyt, Arl Kite, Vivian Kite, Thalbert Kite, Vernon Kite, Adalia Kite, Ura Kite, and Tharrell Kite); Grandchildren: Kim (Marty) Elbl, Festus, MO; Justin (Erin) Madding, De Soto, MO; Jennifer (Daniel) Kurzhals, De Soto, MO; and Laurie (Brandon) Cox, Daphne, AL; Great Grandchildren: Kaitlin, Jacob, Lauren, Jessica, Josephine, Abigail, and Audrey. Member of Church: Elder at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses-De Soto. Funeral Service: Wednesday, October 19, 2011 @ 10:00 AM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiated by: Daniel Kurzhals. Place of Burial: De Soto City Cemetery. Visitation: Tuesday, October 18, 2011 4 PM – 8 PM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

Virginia E. Rolfes, age 86, of De Soto, Missouri, passed away October 17, 2011 at Hillcrest Care Center in De Soto, Missouri. She was a Homemaker. Born November 27, 1924 in Eugene, Oregon, she was the Daugher of the late John Lewis and Dorothy (Cox) Hess. She was also preceded in death by her Husband, the late Henry “Hank” Herman Rolfes, Jr. She is survived by her Children: Valerie Rolfes Zeeb, Billings, MT (preceded in death by one son, John Hesse Rolfes; one son-in-law, Keith H. Zeeb). Brothers & Sisters: (preceded in death by one brother, Lt. John Lewis Hesse, Jr., USAF) Grandchildren: Ian Cody Zeeb, Mariah Rolfes Zeeb, and Alice Hesse Zeeb. Member of Church: St. Mary’s Guild and the Altar Guild of Trinity Episcopal Church in De Soto, MO. Memorial Service: Sunday, October 30, 2011 @ 2 PM at the Trinity Episcopal Church. Officiated by: Rev. Dr. James L. Clark. Memorials to the De Soto Public Library, 712 S. Main St., De Soto, MO 63020 or the Trinity Episcopal Church, 202 W. Miller, De Soto, MO 63020. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

George Russell, age 86, of De Soto, MO, passed away October 17, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Crystal City, MO. He was a Highway Supervisor for Jefferson County Highway Department. Born June 5, 1925 in St. Louis, MO, he was the Son the late Dexter G. and Nellie A. (Pierce) Russell. He was also preceded in death by his Wives: the late Ines “June” Russell and late Betty Russell. He is survived by his Children: Donna Russell, De Soto, MO, Wayne (Dorothy) Russell, De Soto, MO, Linda (Ronald) Politte, Festus, MO, Tina (Del) Graham, De Soto, MO; Brothers & Sisters: (preceded in death by siblings, Clara Weible, Doloris Siebels, and Floyd Russell); Grandchildren: Jason, Brian, Brent, Brad, Brandi, Lindsay, Ryan, and Chelsea; Great Grandchildren: 8; Great Great Grandchildren: 1. Organizations: U.S. Army during WWII (received a Purple Heart and Bronze Star); member of AmVets Post #48; VFW Post #1831. Funeral Service: Thursday, October 20, 2011 @ 10 AM Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiated by: Keith Perren. Place of Burial: Woodlawn Cemetery, De Soto, MO. Visitation: Wednesday, October 19, 2011 4-8 PM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. As an expression of sympathy memorials may be made to the Jefferson Regional Medical Hospice Program. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

Wilbur John LaGarce, , age 69, of Branson, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, October 18, 2011 at Skaggs Regional Health Center in Branson. He was born July 25, 1942 in St. Louis, Missouri the son of the late Ethel and Anthony LaGarce. He is survived by his wife Joan (nee Bennett) LaGarce, daughters Sherry Reece and husband Pat of Ste. Genevieve, Missouri, Samantha Fahnestock and husband Mike of Perryville, Missouri, a son Phillip LaGarce and wife Kristina of St. Mary, Missouri, step-daughter Deanna L. Savage and husband Todd of Festus, Missouri, step-son Harold L. Driemeier, II and wife Keely of Fenton, 13 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Vietnam War, member of the Ste. Genevieve Veterans of Foreign Wars, Emmanuel Baptist Church of DeSoto, Missouri, the Branson based “The Best is Yet to Come” gospel music singing group, and a retired maintenance supervisor. Visitation 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, October 19, 2011 at Greenlawn Funeral Home in Branson. Visitation 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M., Thursday, October 20, 2011, at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus, then at Emmanuel Baptist Church, DeSoto, Missouri, after 10:00 A.M. with funeral services at 11:00 A.M. Friday, October 21, 2011, officiated by Pastor Rich Grayson. Interment 2:00 P.M. Friday, October 21, 2011, with full military honors at National Cemetery, Jefferson Barracks, Missouri. Memorials preferred to the American Cancer Society.

Paula Yvonne Gallamore, age 58, of Festus, MO entered into rest on Tuesday, October 19, 2011 at her residence. Born March 18, 1953, in Colorado Springs, Colorado to John Boyer of Festus, MO and the late Mary Boyer. She is survived by her husband of 21 years: Charles Gallamore of Festus, MO, brother: Gary (Mary) Boyer of Barnhart, MO, sisters: Carla (Gary) Halsey of Festus, MO and Margaret (James) Dittman of Festus, nieces and nephews and her special dog: Chevy. She was a retired clerk for Maritz Corporation. She enjoyed reading and taking care of her do. Memorial service to be held on Saturday, October 29, 2011 at Our Lady Catholic Church, Festus at 10:00am. Father John Kerber to officiate service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to JRMC Hospice, Box 350, Crystal City, MO 63019.

Donald Gene Howard, age 71, of Festus, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, October 19, 2011 at his residence. He was born June 12, 1940 in Crystal City, Missouri the son of the late Eathel (nee Bova) and Hester Howard. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his wife Suzanne (nee Jones) Howard, two brothers Arnold Bova and Robert L. Howard, and a brother-in-law Larry White. He is survived by four daughters, Renee (James “Ray”) Roberts of Festus, Pattie (Jim) Booker of Festus, Donna Whitener of Crystal City, and Wendi (Joe Streit) Hedrick of Festus, sister Patsy White of Imperial, Missouri, two sister-in-laws Pauline Bova of St. Mary, Missouri and Rosemary Howard of Festus, a brother-in-law Howard (Sharon Perrot) Jones of Crystal City, grandchildren Amanda Roberts, Ashley Roberts, Jennifer (Brandon) Bradshaw, Reva Golden, Lindsay Booker, Donald Whitener, Danielle Whitener, and Tyler Hedrick, great-grandchildren Alexis Shane, Gavin Bradshaw, Karter Bradshaw, Tanner Bradshaw, Christian Proffit, and Izaiah Boyer. He is retired from the Crystal City Street Department, Past Exhalted Ruler of Elks #1721, and member of the Mississippi River Eagles and the VFW #3777 Men’s Auxiliary. Visitation 1:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Friday, October 21, 2011 at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus, with funeral services 11:00 A.M. Saturday, October 22, 2011 with Rev. Rick Pirtle of DeSoto, Missouri, officiating. Interment in Rose Lawn Memorial Gardens, Crystal City. Memorials preferred to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

Sylvia Marie Flieger, Age: 63, of Grants Pass, Oregon passed away October 20, 2011 at her residence in Grants Pass, OR. Born October 13, 1948, De Soto, MO, she was the daughter of the late Raymond E. Maness, deceased, and Betty L. Maness, of Mulberry, FL. She was also preceded death by her Husband, Donald Flieger. She is survived by her son Brian L. Flieger, Afghanistan; Brothers & Sisters:Patricia A. Goddard, Mulberry, FL, Susan L. Huelsing, Lake St. Louis, MO; Robert T. Maness, St. Robert, MO; William D. Maness, Lakeland, FL, Grandchild: 1. Member of Church: Church of God. Her interests included reading, angels and teddy bears. Memorial Service: Saturday, December 3, 2011 @ 11:00 AM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Inurnment: Woodlawn Cemetery, De Soto, MO . As an expression of sympathy memorials may be made to the Church of God, 1434 Florence Lane, Grants Pass, OR 97527. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

Carolyn “Sue” Foeller, age 67, of Festus, Missouri, passed away Thursday, October 20, 2011 at Barnes-Jewish Medical Center in St. Louis, Missouri. She was born November 14, 1943 in Crystal City, Missouri, the daughter of the late Zitta (nee Difani) and John Portlock. She is survived by her husband James E. Foeller, daughter Brandi Leonard and husband Tim of Imperial, Missouri, son J Foeller and wife Amber of Festus, sister Jean Francis and husband Robert of Herculaneum, Missouri, and five grandchildren Brendan and Lexi Leonard, and Jaycee, Isaac and Asa Foeller. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by three sisters Ruth Burch, Kathleen Mangin and Ann Lupkey, and two brothers Lynn and John Portlock. She was the acting treasurer and member of Hematite Methodist Church in Hematite, Missouri. Visitation 3:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. Sunday, October 23, 2011 with funeral services 10:00 A.M. Monday, October 24, 2011 at Vinyard Hillcrest Funeral Home in Pevely, Missouri, officiated by Rev. Nancy Hollingsworth, pastor of Hematite Methodist Church. Interment in National Cemetery, Jefferson Barracks, Missouri. Memorials preferred to the American Stroke Association, 7272 Greenville Ave., Dallas, Texas 75231.

Ronald T. Rapp, age 42, of Festus, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, October 20, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Crystal City, Missouri. He was born July 17, 1969 in St. Louis, Missouri. He is survived by his mother Lynda (nee Mobley) Walsh of Festus, sons Keith Rapp of Arnold, Missouri and Kody Rapp of Imperial, Missouri, a daughter Krystal Rapp of Imperial, a brother Nathan Walsh and wife Robyn of Festus, a grandmother Helen Gilmore of Affton, Missouri, aunt Brenda Barnes and husband Brad of Affton, a niece Brittany Walsh and nephews Tristen and Drew Walsh. He is preceded in death by his father Dan Robert Walsh, grandfather Thomas Mobley and grandmother Joan Moritz. He was a screen printer at R&R Signs in Fenton, Missouri, a member of Calvary Assembly of God Church in Festus, and the Festus-Crystal City Conservation Club. Visitation from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M., Sunday, October 23, 2011 at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus, with funeral services 9:00 A.M. Monday, October 24, 2011, officiated by Rev. Raymond Thomas, pastor of Calvary Assembly of God Church. Interment in Danby Cemetery, Danby, Missouri.

Paul C. Bourisaw, Jr., age 43, of Hillsboro, Missouri, passed away Friday October 21, 2011 at his residence. He was born May 8, 1968 in St. Louis, Missouri, the son of Irene (nee Patton) and Paul C. Bourisaw, Sr. In addition to his parents he is survived by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He was a member of the Church of Our Lady in Festus, Missouri and had been employed at Jeffco Subcontracting in Arnold, a Jefferson County sheltered workshop. Visitation 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Monday, October 24, 2011 at Vinyard Funeral Home in Festus. Funeral Mass 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, October 25, 2011 at Church of Our Lady in Festus, officiated by Fr. Donald Dalton. Interment at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Crystal City, Missouri.Memorials preferred to Church of Our Lady, Festus.

Richard L. Inman, age 66, of Festus, Mo entered into rest on Sunday, October 23, 2011 at his residence. He was born on September 3, 1945, in St Louis, MO to the late Beulah (Sutton) and Oscar Inman. He is survived by his sons: Richard L. (Lisa) Inman Jr of DeSoto, MO and Robert P. (Cindy) Inman of Bonne Terre, MO along with 5 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. He was a retired welder. Private services were held.

Daniel Kenneth Sholts, age 66, of Festus, MO entered into eternal rest on Sunday, October 23, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center. Born March 19, 1945, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to the late Roger K. and Josephine (Gobbi) Sholts. He was preceded in death by his wife: Cheryl A. (Boldt) Sholts who passed away June 20, 2004. He is survived by his daughters: Lisa Sholts of Beloit, WI and Laura (Terra) Sholts of Waukesha, WI, son: John (Karen) Sholts of Glendale, AZ, stepdaughters: Kelly Ruth of Festus, MO, Stephanie (Dennis) Broderick of Barnhart, MO, Amy Wright of Festus, MO and Jennifer Kramer of Festus, MO, sister: Kathy White of Knoxville, TN, grandchildren: Tony, Melissa, Cody, Rachel, Aaron, Kyle, Gabby, Jacob, Jace, Emma and Addyson, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was a retired postal carrier for the United States Post Service and was a member of the Snow Birds Snowmobile Club. Funeral service to be held on Friday, November 4, 2011 at 2PM at Wisconsin Memorial Park Chapel in Brookfield, WI. Visitation from 12PM-2PM. Interment Wisconsin Memorial Park Mausoleum. Memorials preferred to the American Heart Association or American Diabetes Association. Reverend Jim Owens to officiate service

Theodore J. "Ted" Reeves, age 83, of Festus, MO passed away on Wednesday, October 26, 2011 at his residence. Born October 23, 1928, in St Louis, MO to the late Mary (Smith) and Teddy X. Reeves. He is survived by his wife of 20 years: Doris J. (Frazier-Kerby), sons: William" Bill" (Debra) Reeves of Farmington, MO, Thomas "Joe" Reeves of Farmington, MO and the late Daniel J. Reeves, stepson: Rex (Christy) Kerby of Southaven, MS, daughters: Susan Gilbert of St Louis, MO and Sally Reeves of Las Vegas, NV, grandchildren: John "Thomas" Gilbert, Scott Gilbert, Hannah (Michael Bostwick), Casey Reeves, Amy Hayman, Jake Hayman, Robert "Cody" Hayman, and Justin Reeves, stepgrandchildren: Emily (Jeff) Ponath, Cody Kerby and Heather Mackenzie Kerby, great granddaughter: Eugenia "Hennie" Reeves Bostwick, sister in laws: Connie (Robert) Wooten, Carolyn (James) Thompson, Nellie (John) Barger and Deborah (Daniel) Deatherage, aunt: Mildred Penry, cousin: Bud (Sue) Reeves and brother in law: Roy James (Cheryl) Frazier. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son: Daniel J. Reeves and his beloved dog and companion: Mollie aka "Precious". He was one of the initital principal partners of Penrod - Reeves - Gastorf, a St Louis based utility contracting firm. He later associated with Bloomsdale Excavating Company, then formed and served as president of GWS Contractors, Inc in Park Hills for over 30 years. He was past president of the Missouri Association of Plumbing, Heating and Cooling Contractors. He served on several committees with the Mechanical Contractors Association of Eastern Missouri. He was selected and served as a representative of the People to People Exchange Group in an international exchange program with the People's Republic of China. Ted served as Chairman of the Festus/Crystal City Sewage Treatment Commission from 1993-2003. He was a licensed professional surveyor, master plumber, mechanical engineer, inventor and entrepreneur. Ted was an active member of the American Legion Post #253, VFW Post #3777, and Festus Elks Lodge #1721. Funeral service with full military honors to be held on Monday, October 31, 2011 at 11:00am at Mahn Twin City Chapel in Festus. Visitation Sunday from 4-8pm. Interment Rose Lawn Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made to the Leukemia Society or the American Red Cross.

Bonita Sue Walker, age 68 of Festus, Missouri passed away Wednesday, October 26, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center, Crystal City, Missouri. She was born May 1, 1943 in Piggott, Arkansas the daughter of Juanita (nee Ward) McKenzie of Campbell, Missouri and the late James McKenzie. She is survived by her husband Edward Lee Walker of Festus, sons Mike Walker and wife Beverly of Festus, David Walker and wife Tere of St. Louis, Missouri and Christopher Walker and wife Hope of Hillsboro, Missouri, a daughter Debbie White of Festus, brothers Byron McKenzie of Macon, Missouri, Donald McKenzie and wife Nancy of Arnold, Missouri, a sister Jackie Sullinger and husband Bob of Sikeston, Missouri. She is also survived by grandchildren Jacob and Lauren Walker, Katie Williams, Scott Bremer, Travis Walker, David and Sateia Walker, Justin Michalik, Megan Williams, Lauren Williams, Joshua, Kayla and Alysa Walker, great-grandchildren Olivia Walker, Chase Williams and Kyla Bremer. She was a member of Church of Our Lady, Festus and a retired Cashier at Wal-Mart. Memorial Gathering at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus at 6:00 P.M. Friday, October 28, 2011 with Memorial Service at 7:00 P.M. officiated by Rev. Gregory Walker of Paragould, Arkansas. Memorials preferred to the American Heart Association.

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Kathleen Harrington “Kit” Moloney, age 50, of Pevely, Missouri, passed away Thursday, October 27, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Crystal City, Missouri. She was born June 19, 1961 in St. Louis, Missouri the daughter of the late Julia R. (nee Reams) and Thomas Francis Moloney. She is survived by her daughter Molly Moloney of Seattle, Washington, her brother Patrick Moloney and wife Roxanne of High Ridge, Missouri and her sister Molly M. Moloney of Seattle, Washington. Memorial service to be conducted 4:00 P.M. Thursday, November 3, 2011 at Vinyard Hillcrest Funeral Home, Pevely, with memorial gathering at 3:30 P.M., officiated by Rev. Bill Charleton, pastor of First Presbyterian Church of Festus, Missouri. Memorials in her memory are preferred to the Open Door Animal Sanctuary or Cancer Research. Kitten was the kindest person with the biggest heart. She always put her family and friends before herself. Not only was she the best mother, she also enjoyed traveling, reading and being with animals. She loved fireworks and spending time with all her friends. Kitten was the strongest and most courageous woman who we will always admire. She will be greatly missed.

Mary K. White, age 90, of De Soto, Missouri, passed away October 29, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Crystal City, MO. She was a Homemaker; Mary taught Music at Sunrise School; served as organist for the First Baptist Church-De Soto and later at the Calvary Baptist Church-De Soto; Ms. White also was the organist/pianist for many church and community events, weddings, and for several area funeral homes; she also worked for Claude Cook Insurance Agency. Born May 26, 1921 in DeFuniak Springs, Florida, she was the Daughter of the late Percy and Mae (nee Smith) Barnes. She was also preceded in death by her Husband, the late John Kenneth White, Sr. She is survived by her Children: John Kenneth “Ken” White, Jr., De Soto, MO, Terry Alan White, De Soto, MO, Ronald Eugene White, Cranbury, N.J. (preceded in death by one son, Gary Wayne White); Grandchildren: 6; Great Grandchildren: 4. Member of Church: First Baptist Church, De Soto, MO. Funeral Service: Thursday, November 3, 2011 @ 1:00 PM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiated by: Rev. Marvin Nobles. Place of Burial: De Soto City Cemetery. Visitation: Wednesday, November 2, 2011 from 5 PM – 8 PM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.

Nancy Jean Roland, (nee Griser), age 72, of Hillsboro, Missouri, passed away on October 30, 2011, in Hillsboro, Missouri. She was born September 25, 1939, in St. Louis, Missouri. She was a retired Secretary and had work for Brophy’s Place Catering for thirty years. She is survived by, Daughter-Kim (Bruce) Thornton, of Hillsboro, Missouri, Son-Richard (Julie) Roland Jr., of Festus, Missouri, Son-Robert (Darlene) Roland, of Hillsboro, Missouri, Son-Clayton Roland, of Hillsboro, Missouri, Brother-David Griser, of St. Louis, Missouri, Brother-Charles Griser, of St. Louis, Missouri, Brother In Law-Frank Roland, of Hillsboro, Missouri. Also survived by 12, grandchildren and 4 Great Grandchildren. Preceded in death by, Husband-Richard C. Roland Sr., Father-Stanley F. Griser Sr., Mother- Dora M. Griser (nee Shoults). Visitation- Thursday, November 3, 2011, from 4 to 8PM at Robert D. Brown Funeral Home, Hillsboro, Missouri. Funeral-Friday, November 4, 2011, at 11AM at Robert D. Brown Funeral Home, Hillsboro, Missouri. Interment-Good Shepherd Cemetery, Hillsboro, Missouri. Memorials to- Children House, Hillsboro, Missouri, or Jefferson Regional Hospice.

Stephen Curtis “Curt” Vaughn, age 69, of Festus, Missouri, passed away Sunday, October 30, 2011 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Crystal City, Missouri. He was born May 21, 1942 in Festus, the son of the late Pearl Mae (nee Wright) and Chester Edgar Vaughn. He is survived by his wife Debra (nee Bates) Vaughn, daughters Andrea Vaughn of DeSoto, Missouri, Amy Vaughn of Festus, Stephanie Wix and husband Caleb of Festus, Amanda Warden and husband Tommy of Festus, Brandy Tran of Festus, and Erin Speidel of Crystal City, son Brandon Tran of Festus, two grandsons Dylan Warden and Seth Wix, and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by sisters Martha Becker and Nellie Ethel Williams, brothers George, infant Roy L., and Chester Sam Vaughn, and a sister-in-law Nellie (nee Lancaster) Vaughn. He was a machine operator for the Alvey Conveyer Belt Co., member of Faith Baptist Church and the Festus/Crystal City Conservation Club. Visitation 11:00 A.M. until time of services at 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, November 1, 2011 at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus, with Rev. Mike Goodwin officiating. Interment in Rose Lawn Memorial Gardens, Crystal City. Memorials preferred to the Vaughn family.

Hazel M. Billington (nee Duke), age 86, of Festus, Missouri, passed away on October 31, 2011, in Crystal City, Missouri. She was born August 20, 1925, in Charleston, Missouri. She was the co-owner of Billington Jewelry and a member of First Baptist Church of Festus, Missouri. She is survived by, Daughter-Sammye (Lane) Rosenlund, of Abilene, Texas, Daughter-Carol ( Gary); Houston of Festus, Missouri, Son-Duane (Lori) Billington of Festus, Missouri; Daughter-Bonnie (Tim) Horton of Festus, Missouri; Brother- Buddy Duke of Paducah Ky, Sister- Ricki Stacy of Little Rock Ark, Brother- Frank Duke of The Bend OR, Sister- Joyce Cowan of Terra Haute IN, Brother-Don Duke of Jackson Mo, Brother- Bobby Duke of Stillwater OK. Granddaughter-Kathy Wehmeyer Jordan, Granddaughter-Sally Wehmeyer Boggs; Granddaughter-Wendy Wehmeyer James, Grandaughter-Tammye Wehmeyer Smith; Granddaughter-Christy Houston Goodwin, Grandson-Cary Houston, Grandson-Robert Houston, Grandson-Andrew Houston, Grandson-Brett Houston, Granddaughter Stephanie Horton Cozine, Grandson-Jeffery Horton, Grandson-Craig Horton. As well as, 15 Great Grandchildren and 3 Great Great Grandchildren. Proceeded in death by, Husband-Charles W. “Pete” Billington whom she married on October 20, 1942. Father-Ebert M. Duke, Mother-Stella Duke (nee Tate),Great Grandson-Cody Boggs, Brother- Riley Duke, Sisters- Saundra and Lydia Bell Duke. Visitation-Thursday, November 3, 2011, from 4 to 8PM at Second Baptist Church, 720 Horine Rd. Festus, Missouri. Visitation-Friday, November 4, 2011, from 10 to 11AM service time. Funeral-Friday, November 4, 2011, at 11Am at Second Baptist Church, 720 Horine Rd. Festus, Missouri. Interment-Festus Methodist Cemetery, Festus, Missouri Memorials to-Twin City Christian Academy Scholarship Fund would be appreciated by the family.