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Elinore N. Gibson,
86 years, of DeSoto, entered into heaven's rest on Sunday, April 1, 2012
at her residence. Born on Augut 16, 1925 in Detroit, Michigan; she was
the daughter of the late Herbert and Meletta (nee Emmons) Lashley. She
leaves behind her loving husband, Gerald L. Gibson of DeSoto. Elinore
enjoyed crafts and camping. She was a member of the DeSoto Church of
Christ and was a factory worker for Calk & Sealant Company. Besides her
husband, she is also survived by a son, Wayne (Sandra) Moore of DeSoto
and a daughter, Barbara (Ronnie) Underwood of DeSoto; six grandchildren;
and 8 great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by a brother,
Robert Emmons.
Visitation: Date: Tuesday, April 3, 2012 . Time: 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Visitation Location: Mahn Funeral Home, DeSoto Chapel
Service: Date: Wednesday, April 4, 2012 Time: 10:00am
Service Location: Mahn Funeral Home, DeSoto Chapel
Interment: Parkview Cemetery, Farmington, MO Rev. Don Bahr will
officiate the service. Jefferson Regional Medical Center ATTN: Hospice,
PO Box 350, Crystal City, Missouri 63019 |
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Wanda J. Rethwisch,
age 84 a resident of Prattville, Alabama left her earthly home and was
welcomed by her Lord to her heavenly home on April 1, 2012.
Mrs. Rethwisch was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and
great-grandmother who was dearly loved and will be deeply missed.
She was preceded in death by her husband Carl Martin Rethwisch;
her daughter Janel Kay Rethwisch; two sisters and three brothers.
She is survived by two daughters Arlinda (Travis) Coleman and
Retha (Charlie) Brown; two sons Marty (Carrie) Rethwisch and Curtis
(Laura) Rethwisch; 12 grandchildren Brent (Andrea) Coleman, Carla
(Randy) Salle, Christen (James) Harry, Monica (David) Rowland, Charlene
(Paul) Parker, Jana (John) Griffis, Cal and Camden Rethwisch, Austin
Berry, Cayla, Carlea and Cali Rethwisch;
12 great-grandchildren, Sophie and Selah Coleman, Cole and Colin
Salle, Conner and Anderson Harry, Bralyn and Colby Griffis, Sarah and
Ben Parker, Camron Rowland, Caitlyn Rethwisch, one sister Ruth (Del)
Pinson; two sisters-in-law
Bridget (Fred) Lauber, Roberta (Mel) Remley and numerous extended family
members and many friends.
The family sincerely appreciates the staff and management of
GreenSprings Assisted Living facility for the care and concern extended
to her during her stay there.
Also, the family would like to thank Baptist Hospice.
The family will receive friends at First Baptist Church of
Prattville on Wednesday, April 4, 2012 from 9:30 A.M. until the time of
her service at 11:00 A.M. with Dr. Travis Coleman and Rev. Charlie Brown
officiating. Interment will
be April 5, 2012 at 11:00 A.M. at Rose Lawn Memorial Gardens in Crystal
City, Missouri. Memorial
donations preferred to the Gideon Bible Ministry or Baptist Hospice,
P.O. Box 241647, Montgomery, Alabama
36177. To express
online condolences, please visit
www.prattvillememorial.com.
Local arrangements under the direction of Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus,
Missouri.
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Alice Ann Adams,
age 75, of Ste. Genevieve, Missouri, formerly of Herculaneum and Festus,
Missouri, passed away Monday, April 2, 2012 at her residence.
She was born March 26, 1937 in Possum Valley, Arkansas, the
daughter of the late Faloh (nee Jolley) and Prentiss White.
In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her
husband Dr. Andy Richard Adams, former pastor of First Baptist Church of
Festus/CrystalCity, Missouri and a brother Henry Carl “Shorty” White and
his late wife Barbara. She is survived by a son Rev. Richard Mikeal
Adams and wife Judy of Philadelphia, Mississippi, daughters Debra Faye
Govero and husband Keith of Ste. Genevieve, Lois Ann Adams of St. Louis,
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Mary H. Brown,
age 78, of Festus, Missouri passed away Monday, April 2, 2012 at Crystal
Oaks Skilled Nursing Center in Crystal City, Missouri.
She was born October 11, 1933 in Evergreen, Alabama, the daughter
of the late Estelle (nee Jernigan) Arron and William Howard. She is
survived by her husband Tom Brown, daughters LaConja Herrick and husband
Stephen of Houston, Texas and Betty Broglin of Cleveland, Mississippi,
sons John Brown of High Ridge, Missouri and Ira Brown and wife Bobbi of
Bonne Terre, Missouri. sisters Ann Willard of Searcy, Arkansas and
Lucille Renz and husband Hal of Safety Habor, Florida, grandchildren
Kayla Thompson of Crystal City, Kyle Thompson serving in the United
States Navy, Zerak Brown and Arik Brown of Bonne Terre, Missouri and
Terri McMinn of Jackson, Mississippi, great-grandchildren Ellieaunna
Thompson of Crystal City, Mark Herrion of Cleveland, Mississippi,
Courtney Cumming of Jackson, Mississippi, Carmen McMinn of Cleveland and
Jase Herrion of Cleveland. In addition to her mother she is preceded in
death by a son-in-law Marshall Broglin. She was a beautician and a
member of the New Testament Baptist Church in Herculaneum, Missouri.
Visitation 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M., Wednesday, April 4, 2012 at Vinyard
Funeral Home in Festus, Missouri.
Graveside funeral services 11:00 A.M. Thursday, April 5, 2012 at
Brown Family Cemetery in Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri officiated by
Rev. Steve Berry. Memorials
preferred to the Arthritis Foundation. |
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Brian C. Cayton,
Age: 33, of Crystal City, Missouri, passed away April 3, 2012 in Crystal
City, Missouri. He was a Clerk at Schnucks Grocery, Festus, MO. Born
March 22, 1979 in St. Louis, Missouri, he was the Son of Barbara M.
(Kimbrel) Hinch, De Soto, MO and Step-Father: Darrell Hinch, De Soto,
MO. Along with his Parents he is survived by his Sister: Helen Wilhelm,
De Soto, MO; Niece: Clarissa Corder; Grandparents: Dorothy & Ken
Kimbrel, Cuba, MO, Willie & Viola Hinch, Festus, MO (preceded in death
by grandmother, Delores Sheehan); Uncle: Richard Kimbrel, South St.
Louis County; Aunts: Sharon Gillispe, Pontotoc, MS; Debbie Harmon, Cuba,
MO; Dear Cousin: Richard “Rickey” Kimbrel, Pacific, MO. He belonged to
the UFCW Local 655. Funeral Service: Tuesday, April 10, 2012 at 11:00 AM
at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiated by: Willie Hinch. Place
of Burial: Woodlawn Cemetery, De Soto, MO
. Visitation: Monday, April 9, 2012 from 4 PM – 8 PM at
Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Funeral arrangements under the
direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. |
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Howard Dean McClellan, USAF, Ret.,
age 76, of Dupo, Illinois, passed away Tuesday, April 3, 2012 at the
Rosewood Care Center in Swansea, Illinois.
He was born March 24, 1936 in Patmos, Arkansas, the son of the
late Viola (nee Gilley) and George McClellan.
In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his wife
Mary Edna (nee Pollard) McClellan and a brother Lloyd McClellan. He is
survived by a son George McClellan of Ft. Wayne, Indiana, a daughter
Deana Faulkner and husband Jim of Panama City, Florida, a step-daughter
Janie Spangler and husband Doug of Herculaneum, Missouri, step-sons John
Coffey and wife Cheryl of Troy, Illinois, Larry Coffey and wife Sylvia
of O’Fallon, Illinois and Rick Coffey and wife Rose of O’Fallon, sisters
Mary Jean McClellan of Laurel, Maryland, Paulette McClellan of Laurel
and Ruth McClellan of Laurel, brothers Kenneth McClellan and wife Kate
of Zelionople, Pennsylvania, Jim McClellan and wife Toots of Benezette,
Pennsylvania, a sister-in-law Neva McClellan of Arkadelphia, Arkansas, a
grandson James Robert Faulkner, step-grandchildren
Sheri Schwaegel, Samantha Edgerly, Steve Spangler, Scott Spangler, Matt
Coffey, Stacie DeVore, Tracy Gutterman, Amy Earls, Justin Coffey and
Ryan Coffey, 24 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren. He
was a retired Chief Sr. Master Sergeant with the United States Air Force
having served a tour in Vietnam where he was a battlefield medic, and a
member of the VFW and American Legion. Visitation at Vinyard Hillcrest
Funeral Home in Pevely, Missouri from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M., Friday,
April 6, 2012 with services at 10:00 A.M. Saturday, April 7, 2012
officiated by Brother Eric Eggers, Associate Pastor of First Baptist
Church of Festus/Crystal City, Missouri. Interment in Herculaneum
Cemetery in Herculaneum, Missouri.
Memorials preferred to the Hospice of Southern Illinois, 305 S.
Illinois, Belleville, Illinois
62222.
www.hospice.org
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Doug J. Boyer, Age: 20, Hillsboro, Missouri, passed away April 4, 2012 . He was a Salesman for Rainbow Co.He is survived by he Parents: Daniel Joseph and Karen Jane (McClure), Fiancee: Kristen Cowie, Hillsboro, MO; Child: Cameron Joseph Boyer, Hillsboro, MO; Brothers & Sisters: Alan Gerard Boyer, Hillsboro, MO, Niki Boyer, Hillsboro, MO, Keri Boyer, Hillsboro, MO; Grandmother: Ruthann McClure, Festus, MO; Mother-in-Law: Charissa Campbell, Hillsboro, MO. No services were held. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. |
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Thomas Wayne Keaton, age 69, entered into rest April 4, 2012 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center, Crystal City. He was a retired linesworker at Pittsburgh Plate Glass and a U.S. Army veteran.He is survived by children: Lester Shores, Kim Cook, Terrell Cook, Sgt. Eoin Keaton, Monique Keaton, Angela Walker and Renata Cook; brother, Gilbert Keaton; sister, Jacqueline Pace; and 6 grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his wife, Mary Keaton and parents: Elvoid and Lavella (Burgett) Keaton.Service was Tues, April 10, 2012 at Mahn Twin City Chapel, Festus. Interment was in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Crystal City. |
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Leonard Vincent Kaufmann,
age 87, of Crystal City, Missouri passed away Thursday, April 5, 2012 at
Woodland Manor in Arnold, Missouri.
He was born January 23, 1925 in St. Louis, Missouri the son of
the late Helen (nee Meyer) and Arthur Kaufmann. In addition to his
parents he is preceded in death by his wife Lillian Marie (nee Carwitz)
Kaufmann, sisters Rose Hubert, Shirley Weidinger and Mary Palermo,
brothers Lawrence Kaufmann, David Cissel and Kenny Cissel,
brother-in-laws Joe Leon, Rudolph Hubert, Erv Weidinger and Jim Wood and
a grandson Chad Anderson. He is survived by a daughter Christina (John)
Whiddon of Crystal City, Missouri, sons Leonard (Deborah Schlueter)
Kaufmann of St. Louis, Randall (Eva) Kaufmann of Marthasville, Missouri,
a brother Richard (Lucy) Kaufmann of South St. Louis County, Missouri,
sisters Doris Leon of St. Peters, Missouri, Betty Wood of Cuba,
Missouri, Barb (Rodney) Oliver of Cedar Hill, Missouri and Kathy Bell of
St. Charles, Missouri, grandchildren Brian (Melissa) Whiddon, Mandi
(Mark) Overton, Amy Anderson, Devin (Kim) Anderson and Parker Anderson,
great-grandchildren Kaitlyn, Grace and Benjamin Overton and Jackson
Whiddon. He was a member of Sacred Heart Church in Crystal City, a
United States Navy Veteran of World War II and was employed by the City
of St. Louis Convention Center in the Maintenance Department. Visitation
4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Monday, April 9, 2012 at Vinyard Funeral Home,
Festus, Missouri with funeral mass 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, April 10, 2012 at
Sacred Heart Church in Crystal City, officiated by Fr. Joseph Wormek,
Pastor. Interment in
National Cemetery, Jefferson Barracks, Missouri.
Memorials preferred to the American Stroke Association. |
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Carolyn S. Blackwell,
Age: 71 of De Soto, Missouri, passed away April 6, 2012 at Jefferson
Regional Medical Center in Crystal City, MO. She was a Floral Designer
for Flower Basket, Bonne Terre, MO; she also worked as a Certified
Nurses’ Assistant for Home. Born April 14, 1940 in Bonne Terre,
Missouri, she was the Daughter of the late Cleveland “Pete” and Sue (nee
Marshall) Stegall. She is survived by her Husband: Val Joseph Blackwell,
De Soto, MO, a Son: Brian (Paula) Dixon, Bonne Terre, MO ; Nephew: Bill
(Kathy) Stegall, Bonne Terre, MO; Grandchildren: Heather (Aaron) Mosier,
Park Hills, MO and Blake Dixon, Bonne Terre, MO; Brothers & Sisters:
(preceded in death by brother, Wayne Stegall and sister-in-law, Joyce
Stegall). She was a member of the Park View Baptist Church, De Soto, MO.
Funeral Service: Wednesday, April 11, 2012 @ 11:00 AM at
Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiated by: Rev. Brian Law and
Randy Murphy. Place of Burial: Bonne Terre, Missouri. Visitation:
Tuesday, April 10, 2012 from 4 PM – 8 PM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral
Home. As an expression of sympathy memorials may be made to the
Rheumatoid Arthritus Association. Funeral arrangements under the
direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. |
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Margaret "Marge" A. Jennemann,
age 89, entered into rest on Friday, April 6, 2012 at Jefferson Regional
Medical Center in Crystal City, Missouri, which was appropriate, because
she spent the majority of her career at that very hospital. Marge was
born to the late Leonard & Ida (Pendelton) Walgren in St. Louis,
Missouri on September 20, 1922. She went on to complete Nursing School
and eventually became the first full-time Director of Nursing for
Jefferson Memorial Hospital, as it was known then. She was also
responsible for the Visiting Nurses Services for the hospital, which was
a program she started from the ground up. She also managed to marry her
late husband, Robert C. Jennemann, and raise three lovely children.
Marge was active in the community, belonging to the American Nurses
Association, a member of the First United Methodist Church and W.S.C.S.
(womens) at Church. She is survived by her loving family which includes
a son, Robert (Donna) Jennemann of Dittmer; daughters: Marilyn (Joe)
Davis of Jefferson City and Christine Rogers of Crystal City; 5
grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by
her husband, parents and brother, Windorf Walgren. Pastor Steve
Richardson will officate the service.
Visitation:
Date: Wednesday, April 11, 2012, Time: 11:00 am to 12:00 Noon.
Visitation Location: Mahn DeSoto Chapel.
Service: Date: Wednesday, April 11, 2012, Time: 12:00 Noon.
Service Location: Mahn DeSoto Chapel.
Interment: Forever Oak Hills Cemetery, St. Louis, MO.Donations
may be made to the Alzheimers/Parkinson Disease: Alzheimer’s Association
9370 Olive Blvd. St. Louis, MO 63132
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Vera “June” Rapp,
age 94, of Conway, Arkansas, formerly of Crystal City, Missouri passed
away Friday, April 6, 2012 at her residence.
She was born June 10, 1917 in Belleview, Missouri the daughter of
the late Luvecia (nee McMurtrey) and Albert J. Babcock.
In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by four
infant children, a brother A.J. Babcock and sisters Arlene Thompson and
Patty Wyse. She is survived by her husband of 75 years, Edward Rapp,
sons Jerry Rapp and wife Judy of Tomah, Wisconsin, Michael Rapp and wife
Sharon of Conway and Eric Rapp and wife Irene of Avoca, Wisconsin, a
foster daughter Debra Shephard of Pocatello, Idaho, a sister Bettie Coil
of Wildwood, Missouri, seven grandchildren, fifteen great-grandchildren,
two great-great grandchildren and many other relatives and friends. She
was a teacher in several Missouri schools including Pevely Elementary.
She was an active member of the Lutheran Church in congregations
in Missouri, Wisconsin and Arkansas, most recently Peace Lutheran Church
in Conway. She was a past
president of the Iron Mountain Zone of the Lutheran Women’s Missionary
League. Memorial Service at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at
Peace Lutheran Church in Conway.
Visitation from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Friday, April 13, 2012 at
Vinyard Hillcrest Funeral Home in Pevely, Missouri, then at Zion
Lutheran Church in Pevely after 9:00 A.M. with funeral services at 10:00
A.M. Saturday, April 14, 2012, officiated by Pastor W. Mart Thompson.
Interment Zion Lutheran Cemetery in Pevely.
Memorials preferred to Peace Lutheran Church of Conway, Arkansas,
the Lutheran Women’s League, the Lutheran Hour, or the Charity of
Choice.
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Jevin S. Rolfi,
26, of DeSoto, passed away April 6, 2012 at Mercy Hospital in St. Louis
County. Mr. Rolfi was a doctor's assistant for Metro Heart Group
at Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Crystal City. Born March 16,
1986 in Crystal City, he was the son of Dennis and Michelle (Dechau)
Rolfi. In addition to his parents, he is survived by a grandmother,
Pearl Dechau of St. Louis; a brother, Jed (Kelly and her daughter,
Chloe) of Desoto; a sister, Jessica (Bill) Presnell of DeSoto; and two
nephews, Zander and Grayson Presnell. He was preceded in death by
one grandfather, Walter Dechau. Funeral services and burial were
private. Memorials may be made to the Jevin S. Rolfi Fund at Eagle Bank,
50 Jefferson Square, DeSoto, 63020. Arrangements were uner the
direction of Mahn Funeral Home in DeSoto.
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Juanita Skaggs Hallmark,
age: 86 of Crystal City, MO, passed away April 8, 2012 at Baisch Nursing
Center, De Soto, MO. She was a retired Shoe Cutter for De Soto Shoe
Factory. Born January 7,1926 in Potosi, Missouri,
she was the Daughter of the late Joshua David and Jessie Belle
(Smith) Wigger. She was preceded in death by two husbands, Arthur B.
Skaggs and Bobby Hallmark. She is survived by her Children: Kevin
(Nancy) Skaggs, De Soto, Missouri, Terry (Carey) Skaggs, Fredericksburg,
VA, Janet (Henry) Iddings, Fredericksburg, VA; Brothers & Sisters:
Claude (Betty) Wigger, Potosi, MO (preceded in death by siblings,
Claudine Clark and Clarence Wigger); Grandchildren: 6; Jason Skaggs,
Troy Skaggs, Timothy Iddings, James Iddings, Brandon Skaggs, and Shannon
Skaggs; Great Grandchildren: 5. Funeral Service: Thursday, April 12,
2012 @ 11:00 AM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiated by:
Pastor Patrick Adam. Place of Burial: Woodlawn Cemetery, De Soto, MO.
Visitation: Wednesday, April 11, 2012 from 4 PM – 8 PM at
Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Funeral arrangements under the
direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. |
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Victor Byron Lee,
age 48, of Festus, Missouri passed away Tuesday, April 10, 2012 at
Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Crystal City, Missouri.
He was born September 24, 1963 in Dallas, Texas the son of Anita
J. (nee Sims) and Robert B. Lee of Duncanville, Texas.
In addition to his parents he is survived by his wife Angela D.
(nee Pettus) Lee, a son Austin T. Lee and daughter Madison R. Lee both
of Festus, a sister Marla Jo Lee of Jenkins, Kentucky, mother-in-law
Christine L. Pettus of Bonne Terre, Missouri and father-in-law Kerry
Dale Pettus of Caseyville, Illinois. He was the President/Owner of
Fabulous Fish Company in St. Louis, Missouri and a member of Faith
Baptist Church in Festus, Missouri where he served on various
committees, was a Youth Sunday School teacher and Media Technician.
He was a coach of the Twin City Youth Football League, Junior
Achievement Educator, Lindenwood Shooting Team Supporter, Cardinal Care
Supporter, Relay for Life Emcee/Supporter and an avid hunter and
wildlife supporter. Visitation from 2:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M. Saturday,
April 14, 2012 at Faith Baptist Church and then from 1:30 until time of
service at 2:30 P.M. Sunday, April 15, 2012, officiated by Rev. Matt
Culbertson, Pastor of Faith Baptist Church, 11835 County Road CC,
Festus, Missouri. Private Interment. Memorials preferred to the Victor
Lee Memorial Youth Scholarship Fund c/o Faith Baptist Church.
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Tina L. Declue, age 46, of
DeSoto, entered into rest at Jefferson Regional Medical Center in
Crystal City, MO on Wednesday, April 11, 2012. Tina was born June 11,
1965 in St. Louis, Missouri to the Late Larry M. Gibbs, and Melba
(Brewster) Gibbs of Park Hills, Missouri. Tina was a homemaker and was
currently disabled. She married her husband Mark on February 26, 2000
in DeSoto. Tina enjoyed camping and fishing. Tina is survived by her
husband, Mark, her mother, Melba, sons, Steven English of Festus, MO,
James (Dawn) Stoter of Bonne Terre, MO, daughters: Martina DeClue of
DeSoto, Shannon (Andreas) Henschke of Bethesda; Brothers: Tim King of
St. Charles, Mike (Angie) Gibbs of OFallon; Grandchildren: James,
Jasmine, Brooklyn, and Hunter; Mother & Father-in-law, Thomas & Carol
DeClue of DeSoto; brother & sister-in-laws, nieces, and nephews. Rev.
Bill Laulo will be officiating the service. Memorial Gathering,
Saturday, April 21, 2012, Time: 10:00am - 1:00pm.
Visitation Location: DeSoto Community Center.
Service: Saturday, April 21, 2012, 1:00 pm |
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Betty Louise McDaniel, age 77, of Crystal City, MO passed away on Friday, April 12, 2012 at her residence. She was born on January 14, 1935, in Paragould, Arkansas to the late Jesse and Artie Mae (Martin) Reeves. She was a sales person for Olan Mills. She enjoyed gardening. She is survived by her daughters: Penny (Glenn) Politte of Crystal City, MO and Sharrie Smith of Crystal City, MO, 4 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, brother: Joe (Pauline) Reeves of Paragould, AR and sister: Eleanor Meeks of Affton, MO. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband: James Gerald McDaniel, three sisters and her son in law: Steve Smith. Graveside services to be held on Friday,, April 20, 2012 at 2:00pm Browns Chapel Cemetery in Paragould, Arkansas. Pastor Royce Boling to officate |
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Walter Paulson “Sonny” Ruch, Jr.,
age 60, of Pevely, Missouri passed away April 12, 2012 at Jefferson
Regional Medical Center in Crystal City, Missouri.
He was born January 18, 1952 in St. Louis, Missouri, the son of
the late Rosemary (nee Reece) and Walter Paulson Ruch, Sr.
In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his wife
Elisa Janet “Lisa” (nee O’Brien) Ruch and an infant daughter Deanna
Ruch. He is survived by daughters Christie Curd and husband Verlon of
Hillsboro, Missouri, and Beth Sansoucie and husband Junior of Hillsboro,
sons Dale Bolyard and wife Lori of Rolla, Missouri, David Bolyard and
wife Jen of Waterloo, Illinois, Daniel Bolyard of Springfield, Missouri,
Donald Bolyard and wife Haley of Hillsboro and Darrin Bolyard and wife
Kathy of Kansas City, Missouri, eleven grandchildren and brothers Donald
E. Ruch of Hillsboro and Michael D. Ruch and wife Pat of Barnhart,
Missouri and special lady Jacqueline A. Coleman. He was retired from
Home Depot in Festus, Missouri, formerly worked at Ball Foster and Saint
Gobain and was a custodian for the Crystal City School District.
He was a member of the Sacred Heart Church in Crystal City,
Missouri where he served as President of the Parish Council. Visitation
from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Sunday, April 15, 2012 at Vinyard Hillcrest
Funeral Home in Pevely, Missouri with services at 11:00 A.M. Monday,
April 16, 2012 at the funeral home officiated by Fr. Joseph Wormek,
Pastor of Sacred Heart Church. Interment Monday, April 16, 2012 at Zion
Lutheran Cemetery in Pevely, Missouri.
Memorials preferred to the American Diabetes Association.
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AECS (Ret) Daniel Joseph Kist,
age 53 of Piedmont, Missouri passed away Saturday, April 14, 2012 at
Barnes Jewish Medical Center in St. Louis, Missouri.
He was born April 1, 1959 in St. Louis, Missouri, the son of
Wanda M. (nee LeClere) Jones of DeSoto, Missouri and Herman J. Kist of
Ste. Genevieve, Missouri. In addition to his parents he is survived by
his wife Janet (nee Kelley) Kist, a daughter Danna Walker and her
husband Richard of Jacksonville, Florida, a brother Christopher R. Kist
and wife Lisa of Kentucky, a sister Charlotte Lynn East and husband
Roger of Minnesota and a brother-in-law Stanley Kelley of Patterson,
Missouri, his step-mother Sandra Kist, nieces and nephews Scott, Darla
and Benjamin East and John and Christina Kist. He is preceded in death
by his step-father Donald E. “Gene” Jones, his mother and father-in-law,
Alma (nee Morgan) and Clyde V. Kelley, Sr. and a brother-in-law Clyde V.
Kelley, Jr. A Gulf War Veteran, he retired from the United States Navy
after twenty-two years of active duty achieving the rank of Senior Chief
Petty Officer. After
retirement he and Janet moved to Piedmont where he enjoyed fishing,
photography and all of nature. Memorial graveside services with full
military honors are scheduled for 1:00 P.M. Saturday, April 21, 2012 at
Beulah Baptist Church Cemetery on Madison Co. Rd. 447, 2.5 miles north
of Rt. 143, 10.7 miles north of the junction with MO state road 34 near
Patterson, Missouri.
Services officiated by Rev. Randy Starkey of Victory Church in Pevely,
Missouri. Memorials
preferred to the Farmington Animal Shelter, 2901 US Hwy 67, Farmington,
Missouri 63640.
Arrangements under the direction of Vinyard Funeral Homes.
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Lawrence C. “Larry” Record,
age: 85 of De Soto, MO, passed
away April 14, 2012 at his residence in De Soto, MO. He was a Carman for
Missouri Pacific Railroad; drove a bus for Mid-America Coach; also
worked as a courier for Eagle Bank. . He is survived by his Wife:
Veronica A. (nee Ponzar) Record, De Soto, MO; Children: Beverly Record,
Great Fall, MT, Debora Politte, Florissant, MO; Grandchildren: 6; Great
Grandchildren: 20; Brothers & Sisters: (preceded in death by his nine
siblings, Leona Armstead, Opal Feltz, Charlott Record, Trever Record,
Bessie Watkins, Eunice Feldt, Bernice Haule, Raymond Record, and Lyttel
Record). Served in the Army during World War II. Funeral Service:
Thursday, April 19, 2012 at 11:00 AM Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.
Officiated by: Bro. Bob Thebeau. Place of Burial: Woodlawn Cemetery, De
Soto, MO. Visitation: Wednesday, April 18, 2012 from 4 PM – 8 PM at
Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. As an expression of sympathy
memorials may be made to the Jefferson Regional Medical Center Hospice
Program. Funeral arrangements under the direction of
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Jack Wayne Sanders,
age 66, of Columbia, Missouri formerly of Hillsboro, Missouri passed
away Sunday, April 15, 2012 at University Hospital in Columbia,
Missouri. He was born
February 1, 1946 in St. Louis, Missouri the son of the late Imogene (nee
Skiles) and Jack Sanders.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife
Constance “Connie” (nee Sago) Sanders and brother-in-law Orville G.
Sago, Jr. He is survived by his son Wayne A. Sanders of Columbia,
Missouri, brothers Keith Sanders and wife Jenny of St. Louis, Missouri
and Roger Sanders and wife Kathleen of St. Charles, Missouri, a sister
Gail Dean of Rogersville, Tennessee and a sister-in law Billie Sue Sago
of Festus, Missouri. He worked as an Engineer at Boeing Aerospace and
Defense Corporation in St. Louis, Missouri. Visitation from 4:00 P.M. to
8:00 P.M. Wednesday, April 18, 2012 with funeral services 10:00 A.M.
Thursday, April 19, 2012 at Vinyard Funeral Home in Festus, Missouri,
officiated by Deacon Jerry Stoverink.
Interment in Woodlawn Cemetery, DeSoto, Missouri.
Memorials preferred to the
American Heart Association. |
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Janet Louise Walther,
age 71, of Barnhart, Missouri passed away Sunday, April 15, 2012 at St.
Anthony’s Medical Center in St. Louis County, Missouri.
She was born April 28, 1940 in St. Louis, Missouri the daughter
of the late Flora Bertha (nee Jung) and Marshall H. Woodrome.
In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by an infant
son John Marshall Walther. She is survived by her husband Wayne E.
Walther, daughters Deborah Weekley of Pevely, Missouri and Marsha
Heffner and husband Chris of Belleville, Illinois, a brother Kenneth
Woodrome and wife Jackie of Belleville, grandchildren Kristy Light, Kara
Weekley, Lindsey Heffner and fiancee Kris LaFore, Jackie Heffner and
Kody Weekley and great-grandchildren Peyton Light and Mariah Weekley.
She was a member of the Good News Community Church in Festus, Missouri,
a homemaker and retired manager of the Dollar General Store in Pevely.
Visitation from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, April 18, 2012 at
Vinyard Hillcrest Funeral Home in Pevely, then after 10:00 A.M. until
the time of funeral services at 11:00 A.M. Thursday, April 19, 2012 at
Good News Community Church, officiated by Rev. Jack King, pastor.
Interment Valhalla Cemetery in Belleville, Illinois.
Memorials preferred to Good News Community Church, Festus,
Missouri.
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Cleo Mae Bohnert, age 93, of Festus, MO, entered into rest on Monday, April 16, 2012, at Jefferson Regional Medical Center. She was born on September 26, 1918, in Perryville, MO to the late Otto and Martina Emily (Moranville) Huber. She was a homemaker and a member of Our Lady Catholic Church in Festus. She was known as the "quilt lady" and was also a charter member of the VFW in Perryville and a member of Western Catholic Union. She is survived by sons: Jerry (Lynne) Bohnert of Festus, MO and Joe (Lee) Bohnert of Des Moines, IA, granddaughter: Meghan Bohnert of Festus, MO and sisters: Marie Antonini of Pekin,IL and Erline Fiala of St Louis, MO. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband: Rohland L. Bohnert, son: Jimmy Bohnert, brothers: Wallace Huber, Dale Huber, David Huber and Howard Huber and sister: Olinda Martins. Funeral service to be held on Friday, April 20, 2012 at 10:00am at Mahn Twin City Chapel in Festus. Visitation Thursday from 5-8pm. Interment Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery. Donations appreciated to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, 1867 Lacklad Hill Pkwy, St Louis, MO 63146 |
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John H. Donnelly,
Age: 92 of De Soto, Missouri, formerly of Arnold, MO, passed away April
16, 2012 in De Soto, MO. He was a Welder for AFT Railroad. Born July 26,
1919 in St. Louis, Missouri (Irish Valley), he was the Son of the late
John William and Goldie Frances (nee Yeager) Donnelly. He was also
preceded in death by his Wife, the late Ruth Arlene (nee Martin)
Donnelly. He is survived by his children: David (Steve) Donnelly, De
Soto, MO, Tom (Rebecca) Donnelly, St. Peters, MO, Judy (Ray) Kohler,
Arnold, MO; Brothers & Sisters: Robert J. (Bernice) Donnelly,
Chesterfield, MO; Sister-in-Law: Alvira “Mickie” Donnelly, St. Louis, MO
(preceded in death by siblings, Mildred (Fred) Goforth; Bill (Bobbie)
Donnelly; and Norman Donnelly); Grandchildren: 7; Great Grandchildren:
4. Member of Church: First Baptist Church, Arnold, MO. Organizations:
Served in the U.S. Army during WWII. Funeral Service: Saturday, April
21, 2012 @ 11:00 AM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiated by:
Duane Faulkenberry. Place of Burial: National Cemetery, Jefferson
Barracks, MO. Visitation: Saturday, April 21, 2012 from 10 AM – 11 AM at
Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. As an expression of sympathy
memorials to the New Life Evangelical Center, St. Louis, MO. Funeral
arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funreal Home. |
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Charles "Robin"
Edward Todd, age 57, of Festus, MO entered into rest on Monday,
April 16, 2012 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center. Born on July 11,
1954, in St Louis, MO to the late Percy G. and Margaret (Logan) Todd. He
was a welder for Chrysler Corporation.He was a National Hog Member and
enjoyed fishing, camping and canoeing. He is survived by his wife: Debra
(Cook) Todd of Festus, MO, sons: Tony Todd of Festus, MO, Tim (Tracy)
Todd of Festus, MO, Larry Fodge of DeSoto, MO and Scott (Crystal)
McCormick of DeSoto, MO, grandchildren: Tyler, Madison, Morgan, Nathan,
Dylan, Michael, Matthew, Anjalina, and Ava Lynn, and brothers: John Todd
of Festus, MO and David Todd of Arnold, MO. In addition to his parents,
he was preceded in death by his brother: Frank Todd, niece: Sabrina Todd
and daughter in law: Angie Todd.
Funeral service to be held on Saturday, April 21, 2012 at 1pm at Mahn
Twin City Chapel in Festus. Reverend Gene Moses to officiate. Visitation
from 10am-1pm. Interment at Festus Methodist Cemeter. Memorial preferred
to the American Cancer Society, 4207 Lindell Boulevard, St Louis, MO
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David Laurence Vessell,
age 44, of Arnold, Missouri passed away Wednesday, April 18, 2012 at St.
Anthony’s Medical Center in St. Louis County, Missouri.
He was born April 13, 1968 in Milton, Florida the son of Janet
(nee Lambert) and Darrell Vessell of Festus, Missouri.
In addition to his parents he is survived by his wife Ann M. (nee
Muse) Vessell, a son Eric Vincent Vessell and a daughter Margaret
Frances Vessell, a sister Kerri Wieberg and husband William of Imperial,
Missouri and his mother-in-law Frances Muse of Spring Hill, Florida. He
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Edith Rosalie Primo,
age 84 of Festus, Missouri passed away Thursday, April 19, 2012 at her
residence. She was born
September 16, 1927 in Herculaneum, Missouri the daughter of the late
Edith (nee Guyton) and John Judy.
In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her
husband Harold F. Primo, sisters Nellie Hawkins, Helen Thomure and Irene
Ruth AuBuchon, a brother John Judy who died in infancy and
brother-in-laws Bud Allen and Sid Holman. She is survived by daughters
Donna Cambra of Bedford, Texas, JoAnn Kiplinger and husband Mike of
Festus, Carol Anderson and husband Mike of Mineola, Texas and Joan
Holdman and husband Lee of Chesterfield, Missouri, sons Steven Primo and
wife Thelma of Montvale, Virginia, Timothy Primo of Festus and Jerry
Primo and wife Michele of Festus, sisters Catherine Minges of
Cincinnati, Ohio, Myrtle Allen of St. Louis, Missouri and Elnora Holman
of Festus, numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great
grandchildren. She was a member of Second Baptist Church in Festus.
Visitation from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Sunday, April 22, 2012 at Vinyard
Hillcrest Funeral Home in Pevely, Missouri, then from 10:00 A.M. until
the time of services at 11:00 A.M. Monday, April 23, 2012 at Second
Baptist Church in Festus, officiated by Rev. Randy Casey.
Interment in National Cemetery, Jefferson Barracks, Missouri.
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Victor Page Vandiver,
age 85, of Crystal City, Missouri passed away Thursday, April 19, 2012
at his residence. He was
born February 16, 1927 in Crystal City the son of the late Bessie (nee
Page) and Raymond C. Vandiver.
In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by a brother
Dean Vandiver and a sister Hope Borows. He is survived by daughters
Sherida Burks and husband Scott of Flowery Branch, Georgia and Vicki
Downey and husband Philip M. of Festus, Missouri,
sons Gary Vandiver and wife
Donna of St. Albans, Missouri, Dana Vandiver and wife Debora of
Springfield, Missouri and Barry Vandiver and wife Barb of Festus, a
brother Dale Vandiver and wife Erma Jean of Belleville, Illinois,
grandchildren James Vandiver and wife Merrily, Paul Vandiver, Stephanie
Erickson and husband Steven, Laura Vandiver and husband Ron Schleper,
Sean and P.Victor Downey, Josh
Vandiver and wife Annie, Brandon and Dylan Vandiver, Blake Archer and
Derek Archer and wife Candice, great-grandchildren, Joey and Jackson
Vandiver, Steven, Mical and Liam Erickson, Oliver Schleper, Ethan and
Ben Vandiver. He was a veteran of the Army Air Corp during World War II,
retired glassworker from Pittsburgh Plate Glass Company in Crystal City
after 43 years, Past Exalted Ruler and Life Member of Elks Lodge #1721
where he held numerous offices including Secretary and Treasurer, Life
Member of VFW Post #3777 and member of American Legion Post #253.
Visitation from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Sunday, April 22, 2012 at Vinyard
Funeral Home, Festus with Funeral Services at 1:00 P.M. Monday, April
23, 2012 at the funeral home officiated by Captain Von R. Vandiver of
the Salvation Army.
Interment National Cemetery, Jefferson Barracks, Missouri.
Memorials preferred to the National Kidney Foundation or Elks’
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Thomas Eugene Litton,
age 65, of Festus, Missouri passed away Friday, April 20, 2012 at
Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Crystal City, Missouri.
He was born August 6, 1946 in Herculaneum, Missouri the son of
the late Edith Elizabeth (nee Bush) and Samuel Harrison Litton.
In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his wife
Linda Katherine (nee Wilson) Litton and
brothers George Litton, Edward Litton and wife Dorothy,
Donald Litton and wife Isabella, Everett Litton, sisters Helen
Stuthers and husband Roy, Mildred Lucas and husband Norvel, Edna and
Dorothy Litton, brother-in-law Jake Warden and a grandson Mathew Nugent.
He is survived by daughters Terrie Sides and husband Dr. Gary Sides of
Festus, Tina Nugent and husband Jene of Festus and Christi Obando and
husband Ronald of Festus, a son Thomas E. Litton, II of St. Louis,
Missouri, a brother Samuel H. Litton and wife Virginia of Herculaneum, a
sister Marion Warden of Festus, sister-in-laws Fern Litton and Anita E.
Litton; grandchildren Cortney and Nicholas White, Curtis Nugent, Aimee
Jerome, James, Robert and Larry Causey and 6 great-grandchildren. He was
a United States Army Vietnam Veteran, a member of Emmanuel Baptist
Church in DeSoto, Missouri and a retired tire salesman at Truckers
Supply in Granite City, Illinois.Visitation from 3:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.
Saturday, April 21, 2012 at Vinyard Funeral Home in Festus.
Then from 1:00 P.M. until the time of funeral services at 2:00
P.M. Sunday, April 22, 2012 at Emmanuel Baptist Church of DeSoto,
officiated by Bro. Rich Grayson, Pastor.
Interment in Herculaneum Cemetery.
Memorials preferred to Jefferson Regional Hospice.
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Edward W. Rapp,
age 99 of Conway, Arkansas, formerly of Crystal City, Missouri, passed
away Friday, April 20, 2012 in Conway.
He was born August 19, 1912 in Pevely, Missouri the son of the
late Mary E. (nee Heiner) and Edward G. Rapp.
In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his wife
Vera “June” (nee Babcock) Rapp, four infant children, a brother Roland
Rapp and two sisters Eleanor Fleischer and Marie Shafer. He is survived
by sons Jerry Rapp and wife Judy of Tomah, Wisconsin, Mike Rapp and wife
Sharon of Conway, Eric Rapp and wife Irene of Avoca, Wisconsin, a foster
daughter Debra Shephard of Pocatello, Idaho, seven grandchildren,
fifteen great-grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. He began
his teaching career at Koch Valley School, near Pevely, and then taught
at Pevely Elementary School.
He spent many years as a history teacher and then principal at
Crystal City High School.
He was an athlete and scholar, completing an M.S.E. at Washington
University in St. Louis, Missouri. He
had a life-long interest in history. He was an active member of the
Lutheran Church in congregations in Missouri, Wisconsin and Arkansas,
most recently Peace Lutheran Church in Conway. Visitation from 6:00 P.M.
to 8:00 P.M. Friday, April 27, 2012 at Vinyard Hillcrest Funeral Home in
Pevely, then at Zion Lutheran Church in Pevely after 1:30 P.M. with
funeral services at 2:30 P.M. Saturday, April 28, 2012, officiated by
Rev. W. Mart Thompson, Pastor.
Interment in Zion Lutheran Cemetery in Pevely.
In lieu of flowers, a contribution may be made in Ed’s honor to
Peace Lutheran Church or to a charity of choice.
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Ronald William Schuh, Jr.,
age 37, of Pevely, Missouri passed away Friday, April 20, 2012 in St.
Louis County, Missouri. He
was born November 10, 1974 in St. Louis, Missouri the son of Theresa
(nee Hughes) Schuh of Cape Girardeau, Missouri and Ronald William Schuh,
Sr. of Marquand, Missouri. In addition to his parents he is survived by
his wife Rachel (nee Fought) Schuh, a daughter Alaina Schuh of St.
Louis, a son Eric Mahn of Pevely, his step-mother Donna Joy (nee Yeager)
Schuh of Marquand, sisters Rose Hartman and husband Kurt of Jackson,
Missouri and Carrie Schuh of Marquand and a grandfather Vernon Yeager of
Fredericktown, Missouri. He was a route sales driver for Bimbo
Industries (Entenmann Bakery) and a 1993 graduate of Fox High School.
Visitation from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, April 24, 2012 at
Vinyard Hillcrest Funeral Home in Pevely, Missouri with funeral services
at 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, April 25, 2012, officiated by Deacon Jerry
Stoverink, Festus, Missouri.
Interment Zion Lutheran Cemetery in Pevely.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the Schuh Family
Children’s Fund.
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James M. “Jay” Voyles, Jr.,
age 36, of De Soto, Missouri, passed away April 21, 2012 in De Soto, MO.
He was a Machinist for Aerodynamics; also worked at Hopson Lumber Co.,
De Soto, MO. Born May 14, 1975 in St. Louis County, MO, he was the Son
of the late James M. Voyles, Sr. and Ramona (Weber) Sebastian, De Soto,
MO,
(preceded in death by grandparents, Bill & Alberta Voyles and Doc & Rose
Harness). He is also survived by his Children: Allison Kay Voyles, Festus, MO,
Saryssa Gwyane Voyles, De Soto, MO along with her Mother, Sara DeClue;
Brothers & Sisters: Robin Copeland, Festus, MO, Tom Sebastian, Jr., De
Soto, MO, RaDonna (Mark) Clark, Waco, TX, Benjamin “Ben” Daniel Voyles,
Bonne Terre, MO`Funeral Service: Friday, April 27, 2012 at 7:00 PM at
Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiated by: Bro. Carl McKalip.
Visitation: Friday, April 27, 2012 from 5 PM – 7 PM at
Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Funeral arrangements under the
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Marvin P. Kley, Sr., 73, of DeSoto passed away on April
22, 2012 in Jefferson Regional Medical Center, Crystal City. Born on May
5, 1938 in St. Louis; he was the son of the late Fred and Florence "nee
Flock" Kley. He is survived by his wife, Betty "nee Skiles" Kley of
DeSoto.Mr. Kley was an Inspector for Boeing Corporation. He enjoyed
gardening, fishing and be on the water. Along with his wife, he is also
survived by three sons: Marvin Kley, Jr, Paul Kley, and Phillip Kley,
all of Hillsboro; one daughter, Polly Sharp of Texas; Step-daughters:
Sandee, Terri, Mary and Roni; and one brother, Donald Kley of St. Louis;
five grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Reverend Gene Moses will be
officiating the funeral service.
Date: Wednesday, April 25, 2012, Time:
5:00pm - 8:00pm.
Visitation Location:
Mahn DeSoto Chapel.
Service:
Date: Thursday, April 26, 2012. Time:
10:00am.
Service Location:
Mahn DeSoto Chapel. Iterment:
Peaceful Ridge Cemetery.
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Roberta Mae Thuesen,
age 86, of St. Charles, Missouri, formerly of Festus, Missouri passed
away Sunday, April 22, 2012 at Barnes-Jewish Medical Center in St.
Peters, Missouri. She was
born April 9, 1926 in Herculaneum, Missouri, the daughter of the late
Myrtle Clementine (nee Politte) and Otto Higgins. In addition to her
parents she was preceded in death by her husband Paul James Thuesen,
sisters Dorothy Miller, Cecelia Richardson, Alberta Higgins, Norma Rush,
Sarah Burlage and Bertha “Bootsie” LaPlant, brothers Eugene “Lester”
Higgins, Leonard Higgins, John Higgins, Ralph Higgins, Chester Higgins
and Donald Higgins. She is survived by a daughter Paulette “Ann” Politte
of St. Charles, Missouri, a son Michael Nelson Thuesen and wife Ellen of
Littleton, Colorado, sisters Jeanette Smock of Festus and Shirley Scott
of Las Vegas, Nevada, 6 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and
numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. She was raised
in the Assumption Catholic Church parish in Herculaneum, was a former
member of Sacred Heart Church in Crystal City and formerly worked at the
Pittsburg Plate Glass plant in Crystal City. Visitation to begin at
10:00 A.M. with funeral services at 2:00 P.M. Thursday, April 26, 2012
at Vinyard Funeral Home in Festus, officiated by Deacon Jerry Stoverink
of Sacred Heart Church in Crystal City.
Interment in Rose Lawn Memorial Gardens in Crystal City.
Memorials preferred to the St. Louis Fisher House, #1 Jefferson
Barracks Rd., St. Louis, MO 63125
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LCpl Logan Mitchell Benoist, USMCR, age 23, of Festus, Missouri passed away Monday, April 23, 2012 in Jefferson County, Missouri. He was born August 26, 1988 in St. Louis, Missouri. He is survived by his parents Debra (nee Boxdorfer) and Mitchell J. Benoist of Festus, his twin brother Lance Benoist of Ballwin, Missouri, a sister Nicole Benoist Pizzo and husband George of DeSoto, Missouri, grandparents Roy Lee “Buzz” and Carole Boxdorfer of Festus and Marilyn Shelley of DeSoto, and a nephew Owen Pizzo of DeSoto. He is preceded in death by grandfathers Alvin Charles Benoist and Delno Shelley. He was a 2007 graduate of Festus High School, a 2008 graduate of the Mineral Area Law Enforcement Academy and served in the United States Marine Corps during operation Iraqi Freedom. He currently was serving as an active reservist with the US Marine Corps in St. Louis, Missouri. Visitation from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Thursday, April 26, 2012 at Vinyard Funeral Home in Festus with funeral services at 1:00 P.M. Friday, April 27, 2012 at the funeral home, officiated by Fr. Joseph Wormek, pastor of Sacred Heart Church in Crystal City, Missouri. Interment in National Cemetery, Jefferson Barracks, Missouri. Memorials preferred to the Fisher House of St. Louis, #1 Jefferson Barracks Road, St. Louis, Missouri 63125. |
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Iwilda Leatrice Combs,
age 80, of Barnhart, Missouri passed away Monday, April 23, 2012 at her
home. She was born October
1, 1931 in Warm Springs, Arkansas the daughter of the late Sarah (nee
Whittenburg) and Paul Goheen.
In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her
husband Rev. James Lee Combs and a brother Dorsey Goheen. She is
survived by daughters Linnie Thatch and husband Scott of Hillsboro,
Missouri, Connie Jines of Barnhart, Kelly Erxleben of Barnhart and Vicki
Barley of Festus, Missouri, a son Randall Combs and wife Ann of
Barnhart, 14 Grandchildren and 17 Great-Grandchildren. She was a member
of the Community Bible Church in Pevely, Missouri. Visitation from 4:00
P.M. to 8:00 P.M., Wednesday, April 25, 2012 at Vinyard Hillcrest
Funeral Home in Pevely with services at 11:00 A.M. Thursday, April 26,
2012 at the funeral home officiated by Pastor Dennis Rudanovich of
Community Bible Church. Interment in National Cemetery in Jefferson
Barracks, Missouri.
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Lonnie Leroy Brewer,
age 60, of Festus, entered into rest at Jefferson Regional Medical
Center on Friday, April 24, 2012. Born March 24, 1952 in Forest City,
Arkansas to the late Coleman and Margaret (Frames) Brewer. He served in
the Marines from 1970 thru 1972 with a tour of duty in Vietnam. Survived
by his loving family which includes sons: Jason Brewer of Cadet and
Dustin (Rexanna) Brewer of Cadet; daughter, Jennifer Brewer of Potosi;
grandchildren; Abigail, Jade, Albany, Samantha, Jessica and Curtiss
Brewer; a brother, David Brewer of Arnold; sisters: Sherry Adee of
Ottawa, KS, Annette Brewer of Belton, MO, Pam (Tom) Leitnaker of Ottawa,
KS, and Sheila Brewer. Lonnie enjoyed fishing, hunting, and playing his
guitar. He had retired after working as a machinist for McDonnell
Douglas and a truck driver for Tower Rock out of Ste. Genevieve.
Visitation:
Date: Memorial Gathering Tuesday, April 24, 2012, Time: 10:00 am to 1:00
pm.
Visitation Location: Mahn DeSoto Chapel.
Service: Date: Memorial Service Tuesday, April 24, 2012,
Time: 1:00 pm.
Service Location: Mahn DeSoto Chapel.
Interment: Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. Sue
Johnson will officiate the service.
Memorials/Donations may be made to the family for help
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Mary Mae Brandt,
age 90, of Crystal City, Missouri passed away Tuesday, April 24, 2012 at
Crystal Oaks Assisted Living in Crystal City.
She was born February 12, 1922 in Zion, Missouri the daughter of
the late Anna (nee Schulz) and Christian William Saeger.
In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her
husband, Raymond Lloyd Brandt. She is survived by a son, Rev. Gary
Brandt and wife Jane of Ada, Oklahoma, daughters June Wyatt of Crystal
City, Sharon DeAngelo of Dublin, Ohio and Marianna Brandt of Crystal
City, grandchildren Michele Sember, Carla R. Schmidt and husband Jeff,
Donald Brandt and wife Kim, Andrew Brandt and wife Jenni, Eric Brandt
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Lindell William "Pete" Riney, age 73, entered into rest April 25, 2012 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center, Crystal City. Born February 26, 1939, in St Marys, Missouri, to the late Quandell and Sylvia (Coffman) Riney. He attended Douglas High School in Festus and Crystal High School; he attended Immaculate Conception Church in St Marys and Sacred Heart Church in Crystal City. He spent all of his adult years in Cincinnnati, Ohio, where he worked until he retired; he worked and cared for horses and enjoyed dancing and spending time with friends. He returned to Festus Manor until his passing. He leaves to mourn his passing three brothers: Donald (Mary) Riney of St Louis, James (LaVerne) Riney of St Louis and Winston Riney of Layton, Utah; aunt, Blondell Underwood of Crystal City; uncle, Lester Underwood of Layton, Utah; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Preceded in death by his parents, Quandell and Sylvia Riney; sister, Bufil Jean Riney; and three brothers: Richard Riney, Ivan Riney and Melvin Riney. Visitation: Date: Saturday, April 28, 2012 Time: 10:00am-11:00am Visitation Location: Mahn Twin City Chapel, 515 Collins, Festus, Missouri Service: Date: Saturday, April 28, 2012 Time: 11:00am Service Location: Mahn Twin City Chapel Interment: Sacred Heart Catholic CemeteryElder James Riney will officiate service. Memorials/Donations: Memorials may be made to Jefferson County Rescue Mission, P O Box 210, Pevely, Missouri 63070 |
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Thomas "Tommy" Wesley Hiatt,
age 39, entered into rest Thursday, April 26, 2012 at Jefferson Regional
Medical Center, Crystal City. He was employed as a service technician at
Purcell Tire in Fenton; he liked working on cars and fishing. Born
September 4, 1972, in St Louis County; he is the son of Judy (Hiatt)
Cremeens and the late Joseph Cremeens. In addition to his mother, he is
survived by sons: Thomas Hiatt, Jr and Brayden Hiatt; daughters: Alisha
Hiatt, Kristen Hiatt and Carrie Hiatt, all of Festus; sisters: Debbie
Hiatt of Festus and Betty (Paul) Greer of Hillsboro; step-brother,
Joseph Cremeens of Festus; uncle, James (Donna) Hiatt of Hillboro;
nephew, Jeffery Tittle of Hillsboro; and niece, Katherine Tittle of
Potosi.
Visitation:
Date: Monday, April 30, 2012 Time: 5:00pm-8:00pm
Visitation Location: Mahn Twin City Chapel, 515 Collins,
Festus, Missouri
Service: Date: Tuesday, May 1, 2012 Time: 10:00am
Service Location: Mahn Twin City Chapel
Interment: Hillsboro City Cemetery.
Pastor Pat Smith will officiate service.
Memorials/Donations
Memorials may be made to Festus Manor, 627 Westwood South, Festus,
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Carolyn F. Murrie,
68, of Dittmer passed away April 26, 2012 at her home. Mrs. Murrie
was a physical education teacher for the Ritenour School District.
She was a member of Pilgrims Rest Baptist Church in Ware. Born
June 11, 1943 in Alton, Illinois, she was daughter of the late Harold
and Mary (Reed) Vinyard. She is survived by her husband of 44 years,
Harry W. Murrie of Dittmer; a son, Mark (Robin) Murrie of Dittmer; a
daughter, Mary Ann Murrie of Dittmer; two grandchilden: Brandon and
Savannah Murrie of Dittmer; and two sisters: Patricia Gobble of Granite
City, Illinois and Deb (Bob) Patterson of East Alton, Illinois.
Visitation was at 10am and funeral services will be held at 1pm
Saturday, May 5, 2012 at Mahn Funeral Home, DeSoto Chapel, officiated by
the Rev. Dave Evans. Burial is in the Pilgrims Rest Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the Pilgrims Rest Awana Club, 11441 Ware Church
Road, hillsboro 63060. Arrangements were under the direction of
Mahn Funeral Home, DeSoto.
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Jean Ann Biddle,
age 74, of Ballwin, Missouri, formerly of Festus, Missouri, passed away
Saturday, April 28, 2012 at Wildwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
in Ballwin. She was born
January 14, 1938 in Festus, the daughter of the late Katherine (nee
Pratt) and Albert Stauss. She is survived by daughters Debra Biddle of
Topeka, Kansas and Robin Hall and husband Albert of Ballwin, sons Joe
Biddle and wife Cindy of Shawnee, Kansas and James Biddle M.D. of
Ashville, North Carolina, a sister Pat Owens and husband Jim of
Burneyville, Oklahoma, a brother Bob Stauss and wife Jill of Rose Hill,
Kansas, grandchildren Ahley LoParo and husband Matt, Tyler Gordon,
Trisha Imbler and husband John, Amber Farr and husband Robert, Alex Hall
and Mira Biddle Tieman, and great-grandchildren Lane and Alyssa Chaddon
and Calvin and Chase Imbler. She was a member of the First Presbyterian
Church of Festus, had worked in the office for Benson Electric in St.
Louis, Missouri and was a co-owner of The Nutrient Etc., a supplement
store in Ashville. A memorial gathering will begin at 12:00 noon with a
memorial service at 2:00 P.M. Friday, May 18, 2012 at Vinyard Funeral
Home in Festus, officiated by Rev. Bill Charlton, Pastor of First
Presbyterian Church in Festus. Interment
Rose Lawn Memorial Gardens, Crystal City, Missouri.
Memorials in her memory are
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Philip David McCoy,
age 59, of Festus, Missouri passed away Saturday, April 28, 2012 at
Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri.
He was born March 16, 1953 in Festus, Missouri the son of Lola
Dorothy (nee Miller) McCoy of Festus and the late Carroll Bernard McCoy.
In addition to his mother he is survived by his wife Mary “Fran” (nee
Buenniger) McCoy, three sons, Matthew Edward McCoy and wife Jean of
Festus, Daniel Philip McCoy and wife Kristin of Fresno, California and
Donald W. Biehle and wife Luz of Rowlett, Texas, grandchildren Ember,
Norah and Autumn McCoy and Ella Biehle, sisters Marilyn Mahoney and
husband Ed of Reading, Massachusetts and Diane Martin of Imperial Beach,
California and a brother Carroll Bernard “Corky” McCoy, Jr. of Festus.
He was a member of Sacred Heart Church in Crystal City, Missouri, a
retired warehouseman at a glass plant, an
active 4th Degree member of the Knights of Columbus Council
#1230 and an Eagle Scout. Memorial Visitation from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00
P.M. Thursday, May 3, 2012 at Vinyard Funeral Home, Festus with Funeral
Mass at 10:00 A.M., Friday, May 4, 2012 at Sacred Heart Church in
Crystal City with Fr. Joseph Wormek, Pastor officiating.
Memorials preferred to the American Heart Association.
Mr. McCoy gifted his remains to St. Louis University School of
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Ruby E. (Heob) Miller,
age 87, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, April 28, 2012 at Crystal
Oaks Nursing Center. Born on Januar 18, 1925, in Crystal City, MO to the
late Andrew F. and Maude (Larose) Heob. She is survived by her son:
Ronald (Beverly) Miller of Festus, MO, daughters: Marilyn (Roger) Noce
of Festus, MO, Diane (Lowell) Uding of Crystal City, MO, Barbara
(Michael) Maness of Festus, MO and Donna (Timothy) Hurley of Festus, MO,
11 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild,
sister in law: Ila Heob of Shell Knob, MO. In addition to her parents,
she was preceded in death by her husband: Joseph T. Miller, brothers:
Andrew and Norvel Heob, sister: Rheta Thomas, sister in law: Helen Heob
and brother in law: Floyd Thomas. She was a homemaker and a member of
Sacred Heart Catholic Church. She enjoyed quilting, embroidery and
calendars. Funeral service to be held on Monday, April 30, 2012 at 10:00
a.m. at Mahn Twin City Chapel in Festus. Visitation Sunday from 4-7 pm.
Interment Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery. |
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Dolores J. Maness,
age: 80 of De Soto, MO, passed away April 29, 2012. She was a Clerk at
Reynolds Electric & Engineering. Born March 14, 1932 in De Soto, MO, she
was the Daughter of the late Elmer & Marie (nee Huskey) Williams. She
was also preceded in death by her Husband, the late William J. Maness.
She is survived by her Children: Suzann Fischer – De Soto, Yvonne Maness
– De Soto, Saundra Rodgers – Branson, Danny Maness – Bonne Terre. Wm. J.
“Bill” Maness II, Bonne Terre, Dawn Hobkirk – Las Vegas, NV, Dana Maness
– Las Vegas, NV, William D. “Donnie” Maness- Kansas City, Heather Maness
– De Soto; Brothers & Sisters: Lindell Williams – De Soto, Leonard
Williams – South St. Louis, James Williams – De Soto (preceded in death
by one sister Marjorie Bauska); Grandchildren: 18; Great Grandchildren:
6. Membe rof Church the Pilgrim’s Rest Baptist Church. Funeral Service:
Friday, May 4, 2012 @10 AM @ Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.
Officiated by: Pastor Dave Evans & Biff Mahn. Place of Burial: Pilgrim’s
Rest Cemetery. Visitation: Friday, May 4, 2012 from 9 Am – 10 AM @
Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Funeral arrangements under the
direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. |
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Ronald S. Coleman, Jr.,
age 31 of De Soto, Missouri, passed away April 29, 2012 in Washington
County, Missouri. He was an Electrician; also truck driver for Wilson
Trucking. Born January 15, 1981 in De Soto, MO, he was the Son of Ronald
S. Sr. and Diane (nee Fischer) Coleman. He is also survived by his
Grandparents: Ron & Jean Coleman, De Soto, MO (preceded in death by
grandparents, Richard Sr. and Dolores Fischer); his Wife: Jessica (nee
Gorse) Coleman, De Soto, MO; Son: Addison Coleman; Step-Sons: Gavin &
Mason Gorse; Brothers: Richard “Rick” Coleman, De Soto, MO, Robert
(Danielle) Coleman, De Soto, MO. Funeral Service: Thursday, May 3, 2012
at 11:00 AM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiated by: Rev.
Bruce Valle. Place of Burial: Woodlawn Cemetery, De Soto, MO.
Visitation: Wednesday, May 2, 2012 from 4 PM – 8 PM at
Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Funeral arrangements under the
direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. |
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Robert Edward
Brewer Sr., age 75, entered into rest on Sunday, April 29, 2012
at Jefferson Regional Medical Center. Born on March 15, 1937, in
Perryville, MO to the late Edward S. and Frances (Mowry) Brewer. He is
survived by his son: Robert E. (Sherry) Brewer of Bloomsdale, MO,
daughters: Rhonda K. (Richard) McGougan of Pevely, MO and Christina M.
Compton of Crystal City, MO, grandchildren: Robert Dobbelare, Israel
Clayman, Kemuel (Lisa) Clayman, Corey (Whitney) Brewer, Zach Brewer,
Shain Dollar, Kailyn Compton, and Taylor Compton, 13 great
grandchildren, brother: James Brewer of Perryville, MO, sisters: Betty
(Roger) Heck, Shirley Duvall, Judy Huck, Carol Stevens, Doris Clark and
Rita Pingel all of Perryville, MO. He was preceded in death by one
sister: Rose Long. He was a truck driver for Jones Chemical. He was a
United States Navy Veteran who served during the Korean War. He was a
member of the American Legion Post #253, Knights of Columbus Council
#1230, VFW Post #3777, Elks Lodge #1721. Funeral service to be held on
Thursday, May 3, 2012 at 11:00am at Mahn Twin City Chapel in Festus.
Visitation Wednesday fron 5-8pm. Interment Jefferson Barracks National
Cemetery. Donations preferred to the National Kidney Foundation, 10803
Olive Blvd, Suite 200, St Louis, MO 63141 or Pony Bird P.O. Box 190,
Mapaville, MO 63065 |
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Michael S. Boehm,
age 62 of De Soto, MO April 30, 2012 at his residence, De Soto, MO. He
was former owner/operator of Boehm Heating & Cooling. He was born Aug.
1, 1949 in St. Louis, MO. He is preceded in death by his parents Virgil
E. & Catherine M. (nee Wagner) Boehm. He is survived by his wife, Tamra
(Willcut) Williams – De Soto, MO, a Son: Michael S. (Danielle
Christeson) Boehm II – Arnold, MO; Step children: Carly (Pat) Selsor &
Brian Williams of De Soto, MO; Sisters: Virkay Boehm – De Soto, Peggy
Sagehorn – De Soto; Grandchildren: 2 Step-grandchildren. He was a member
of the De Soto Lodge 119 AF & AM; AmVets Post #48; B.P.O.E. Lodge #689;
he was a member of the Shriners. Memorial Service: Sunday May 6, 2012 @
1 PM @ De Soto Elk’s Lodge – Lower Level. Memorial Donations may be made
to the American Cancer Society P.O. Box 22718 Oklahoma City, OK
73123-1718 or to the Elks
Lodge - Food Basket Fund P.O.
Box 220 De Soto, MO 63020. Funeral arrangements under the direction of
Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. |
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Thomas Richard Drozkowski,
age 91, of Festus, Missouri, passed away Monday, April 30, 2012 at
Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Crystal City, Missouri.
He was born August 8, 1920 in St. Louis, Missouri the son of the
late Rose (nee Skibcki) and John Drozkowski. In addition to his parents
he is preceded in death by his wife Mary Alma (nee Boyer) Drozkowski,
his step-son Attorney Ronald Coleman and 5 brothers. He is survived by
sisters Rose Anielack and Marcella Richstatter both of Webster Groves,
Missouri, dear friends Tina Vivrett of DeSoto, Missouri, Al Michler of
Festus, Jim and Sue Moore of Festus, Edna Warden of Festus and Madeline
Williams of Festus. He was a United States Army World War II veteran, a
retired warehouseman for International Shoe, a member of Sacred Heart
Church in Crystal City, VFW Post #3777 and a volunteer at Jefferson
Regional Medical Center in Crystal City. Visitation 5:00 P.M. to 8:00
P.M. Wednesday, May 2, 2012 at Vinyard Funeral Home in Festus.
Funeral Mass 10:00 A.M. Thursday, May 3, 2012 at Sacred Heart
Church in Crystal City officiated by Fr. Joseph Wormek, Pastor.
Interment National Cemetery, Jefferson Barracks, Missouri.
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Doris R. Parker, age 81, of De Soto, Missouri, passed away April 30, 2012 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Crystal City, MO. She worked at De Soto Shoe Factory. Born February 26, 1931 in De Soto, Missouri, she was the Daughter of the late Leonard Pope and Lucy (nee Hoff) Pope Rulo and Step-Father: Thomas “Press” Rulo. She is survived by her husband Albert H. Parker, De Soto, MO; One Son: Hank Parker, St. Louis, MO; Brothers & Sisters: (preceded in death by siblings, George (Mabel) Pope; Thurman (Dorothy) Pope, Charles (Martha) Pope, and Virginia Valle) Brother-in-Law: L. Luther Valle, De Soto, MO; Nieces and Nephews. Member First United Methodist Church, De Soto, MO. Funeral Service: Friday, May 4, 2012 @ 1:00 PM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Officiated by: Pastor Steve Richardson. Place of Burial: City Cemetery, De Soto, MOP. Visitation: Thursday, May 3, 2012 from 5 PM – 8 PM at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home. |
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William J. "Bill" Mahn, 89, DeSoto, entered into rest
on April 30, 2012 at his residence. Bill was born in DeSoto on September
16, 1922; he was the son of the late Daniel J. and Aurelia C.
(Prendergast) Mahn, Sr. He leaves behind his loving wife, Irmalee
(Ritterbush) Mahn of DeSoto. Mr. Mahn was the owner of Wm. J. Mahn
Plumbing. He is also survived by three sons: William J. "Bill" (Beverly)
Mahn, Jr. of Jupiter, Florida, Mike A. (Ginny) Mahn, Indiana and Mark S.
(Alexandra) Mahn of DeSoto and a daughter, Lee Ellen Mahn of DeSoto;
four sisters, Mary Collins, Ellen Mahn and Margaret Parmeley all of St.
Louis and Patricia "Pat" (Ralph) Noack, DeSoto; Eight grandchildren: Ben
Mahn, Jason Mahn, Nick Mahn, Stephanie Mahn, Connor Mahn, Grant Mahn,
Jake Hertenstein and Ross Hertenstein and one great-grandchild, Olivia
Mahn. Bill was preceded in death by his parents, five brothers: Daniel
J. "DJ" Mahn, Edward J. "Ed" Mahn, Gerald J. "Jerry" Mahn, Vincent J.
"Fly" Mahn and Robert J. Mahn; and one sister, Marcia Mahn. "Bill"
served during World War II, in the First Army Infantry 104th Timberwolf
Division under General Terry Allen in the 804th Ordinance. After 12 days
on a troop ship crossing the Atlantic, the 104th was the first division
to go directly from New york to the coast of Cherburg France. Often
engaged in heavy fighting, crossing rivers, they pushed the German Army
back through Belgium, Holland, France and Germany until meeting the
Russians at Halle Germany. 195 days of continuous combat is believed to
be a record. Their motto "NOTHING IN HELL CAN STOP THE TIMBERWOLVES"
BECAME FAMOUS. Victory Europe Day, May 7, 1945, marked the surrender of
the German Army. The 104th were sent back to the U.S. and given
furloughs, and told the unit was being readied for departure to Japan.
With the surrender of the Japanese, the soldiers of the 104th were
discharged. Rev Darlene Payne will be officiating the service.
Visitation:
Date: Thursday, May
3, 2012. Time: 4:00pm - 8:00pm.
Visitation
Location:
Mahn DeSoto Chapel.
Service:
Date: Friday, May
4, 2012 Time: 11:00am.
Service Location:
St. Andrew United
Methodist Church, Rock Road, DeSoto, MO
Interment:
Hillsboro City Cemetery. Memorials/Donations.
May be made to the DeSoto Little League or
the American Heart Association. |
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James Charles Welch, Jr.,
age 73, of Festus, Missouri passed away Monday, April 30, 2012 at
Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Crystal City, Missouri.
He was born November 10, 1938 in St. Louis, Missouri the son of
the late Vivian Maxine (nee Clemens) and James Charles “Grandpa” Welch.
He is survived by his wife, Sally P. (nee Thayer) Welch, daughters Kim
Portell and husband Tim of Festus and Melodey Meharry and husband Chris
of Windsor Ontario, Canada, sons James Welch, |
