Bob Mauntel
8/12/2026
Bob Mauntel, age 83, of Washington, passed away
on August 8, 2026. Bob, son of the late Sylvester Mauntel and Amelia nee
Brune, was born on August 31, 1942, in Washington. He received his
education from St. Francis Borgia High School.
Bob’s life included a simple childhood, wild teenage years, marriage to
his sweetheart, a holy cow moment when twins were born, a long career
with MODot, and 20+ years of retirement.
More specifically, after high school, Bob worked as a surveyor with the
MODot for 41 years, notably laying out the Page Avenue extension and
many other projects in St. Charles. He worked hard to provide a
wonderful life for his wife and sons, and by example, instilled a great
work ethic.
Saturday mornings in the Mauntel house were not for lazing around. While
Eunice worked at the bank, Bob and his sons washed cars, did yard work,
and took care of his mother. He enjoyed his time volunteering as a coach
of his sons’ little league baseball teams, and with the St. Vincent
DePaul Society, Knights of Columbus fish fries, and various other parish
and community organizations. In his free time, he loved playing card
games (poker, spades, pinochle, and more), especially when he was
winning. He also played a lot of billiards, darts and horseshoes. He
followed the stock market, collected stamps, coins and piggy banks,
loved Cardinals baseball, and tolerated the family dog, Max.
In his later years, Bob loved finding treasures at garage sales,
relaxing in the sun with his wife, grilling things with a beer in hand,
and simply spending time with his family.
He is survived by his devoted wife of 62 years, Eunice; three sons, Tim
(Gwen), Derek (Lisa), Doug (Debbie); 11 grandchildren: Sarah, Kelly,
John, Alex, Ray, Andrew, Anthony, Aidan, Liz, Bella and Josh; two great
grandchildren: Colby and Dillon; and a sister, Barb Fagin.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Sylvester (Bubbles) and Amelia
(Millie) Mauntel, in-laws, Ray and Agnes Overschmidt, brother Bill
Mauntel, sister Betty Mergelmeyer, and brothers-in-law Larry Schroeder
and Bill Overschmidt.
A visitation will be held on Friday, August 21, 2026, from 4-7 p.m. at
Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home. Memorial Mass will be held on
Saturday August 22, 2026, at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic
Church. Memorial donations can be made to the St. Vincent dePaul Society
at Our Lady of Lourdes Church.
The family thanks the care providers who helped Bob throughout his life,
as well as more recently those in the Mercy Washington Emergency Room
and the Trauma/Neuro ICU at Mercy Medical Center.
William Fortner
8/11/2026
William H. Fortner of Union, MO passed away Saturday, August 8, 2026
Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday, August 13, 2026 at
Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO
Visitation for 90 year old William will be held from 12:00 to 2:00 PM on
Thursday, August 13, 2026 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO
Burial in Crestview Memorial Park, St. Clair, MO
He is survived by:
Spouse: Hilda Fortner nee Padgett of Union, MO
Children: #(3) Laura Marrocco and husband, Tony, of St. Clair, MO, William
“Keith” Fortner and wife, Laura Jean Ramey, of Union, MO and Kevin Fortner of
St. Clair, MO
Grandchildren: #(5)
Great-Grandchildren: #(17)
Memorials: May be made to the family
Condolences may be sent to the family via our website:
russellcolonialfuneralhome.com
Mary Birmingham
8/10/2026
Mary Birmingham, 86, of Union, MO passed away Friday, August 7, 2026.
She is survived by four children: Eddie Courtway of Union, Freda Messex and significant other Kevin Oshia of Sullivan, Carl Courtway of Union, and Melody Hulsey of Union; daughter-in-law, Leslie Courtway of St. Clair; 16 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Visitation for 86-year-old Mary Birmingham will be held from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM on Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. Funeral services will immediately follow at 1:00 PM on Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will follow services in the Presbyterian Cemetery in Washington, MO.
Memorial donations may be made to Sunset Healthcare.
The Birmingham family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.
Harvey Boland
8/10/2026
Harvey "Skip" Boland,95, of Washington, passed away on August 6, 2026.
Mr. Boland, son of the late Lawrence Boland and Ada Mae Boland (nee
Rush), was born
on June 9, 1931, in Washington. He received his education from St.
Francis Borgia
High School. On June 16, 1954, he was united in marriage to Lillian
Sickmann at St. Francis Borgia Church.
Skip was a member of the Knights of Columbus, the Washington Volunteer
Fire Department and the Washington Brass Band. He served on the
Washington City Council and in the army during the Korean War. He was an
avid fisherman, enjoyed golf, and was a life-long traveler.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Lillian Boland; son, John
Boland, and three siblings, Meredith Beste, LaVerne Maune, and Barbara
Boland.
Among his survivors are three children, Rebecca Boos and husband Frank
of Kansas City, Craig Boland and wife Sharon of Ballwin, and Glenn
Boland and wife Donna of Washington; sister, Dolores Maschmann of
Overland, MO; six grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; other
relatives and friends.
A visitation will be held on Monday, August 10, 2026, from 5-8 p.m. at
Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home. Knights of Columbus Rosary 4:30 pm
Monday. Washington Volunteer Fire Company service at 7:30 p.m. Monday.
Memorial Mass will begin at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at the
St. Francis Borgia Church. Memorial donations can be made to the St.
Francis Borgia Church.
Arrangements in care of Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home, Washington.
Ruth Ann Beaver
8/10/2026
Ruth Ann Beaver, 84, of Washington, Missouri passed away Thursday, August 6, 2026, in Washington, Missouri.
She is survived by her six children, Tara (Deon) Reed, Virginia Parmentier, Cindy Beaver, Tim (Mary) Beaver, Ralph (special friend Mindy) Beaver, Daryl (special friend Deana) Beaver; six grandchildren, Ben (special friend Michelle) Pues, William (special friend Rachel) Beaver, Lilly (special friend Jacob) Beaver, Brittany (Chase) Moeckli, Brooke (James) Connor, Johnny Beaver; four great-grandchildren, Morgan Pues, Easton Beaver, Riley Moeckli, Lee Moeckli; along with many other cherished family members and friends.
Visitation for Ruth Beaver will be held Tuesday, August 11, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO. A parish rosary will begin shortly before at 3:45pm. A memorial mass will be celebrated, Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at 10:00 AM at St. Francis Borgia Church in Washington with Rev. Timothy Henderson celebrating. Burial will immediately follow in the church cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to St. Francis Borgia Church in Ruth's memory.
The Beaver family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington.
Barbara Ann Low
8/5/2026
Barbara Ann Low of Cape Girardeau, MO, passed away Saturday, August 1, 2026
Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, August 8, 2026 at
Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO
Visitation for 72 year old Barbara Low will be held from 10:00 to 11:00 AM on
Saturday, August 8, 2026 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO
Burial in Crestview Memorial Park, St. Clair, MO
She is survived by:
Sisters: #(2) Kathleen Reynolds (Bill) of Pensacola, FL and Elaine Matthews (Brett) of Charleston, MO
Memorials: May be made to St. John’s United Church of Christ, St. Clair, MO
Condolences may be sent to the family via our website:
russellcolonialfuneralhome.com
Dominc Strubberg
8/5/2026
Dominic Strubberg, 33, of House Springs, MO (formerly of Gerald, MO) passed away Sunday, August 2, 2026.
He is survived by his wife, Samantha Black-Strubberg of House Springs; three children: Amais, Arayla, and Rylan; his parents, Ricky and Melissa (nee' Mantel) Strubberg of Drake; three siblings, Quinton Strubberg (Kayla) of Rosebud, Demetre Strubberg (Molly) of Villa Ridge, and Bianca Scheidegger (Saxon) of Owensville; grandparents, Amy Strubberg of Union, Elizabeth Thomas of Union, and Mark Mantel (Linda) of St. Louis; mother-in-law, Barbara Black of Imperial; along with aunts and uncles, nieces and nephews, cousins, other relatives, and dear friends.
Visitation for 33-year-old Dominic Strubberg will be held from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Friday, August 7, 2026 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. Funeral services will follow at 12:00 PM on Friday at the funeral home. Burial will follow services in Union City Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital or Ronald McDonald House Charities.
The Strubberg family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.
Sally Lou Schaves
7/31/2026
Sally Lou Schves nee Hutchison of Edenton, NC, formerly of ST. Clair, MO, passed
away Monday, July 27, 2026
Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at
Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO
Visitation for 83 year old Sally Schaves will be held from 4:00 to 8:00 PM on
Tuesday, August 4, 2026 and after 9:00 AM on Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at
Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO
Burial in Midlawn Memorial Gardens, Union, MO
She is survived by:
Sons: #(1) Christopher Schaves of Edenton, NC
Grandchildren: #(2)
Memorials: May be made to Connection Church - St. Clair, MO
Condolences may be sent to the family via our website:
russellcolonialfuneralhome.com
Hilda Bernice Stockglausner
7/31/2026
Hilda Bernice Stockglausner of New Haven, formerly of Rosebud and Washington passed away Monday, July 27. Funeral services will be Tuesday, August 4 at 11:00 a.m. at St. John’s United Church of Christ in Bem. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Visitation for 96 year old Hilda Bernice Stockglausner will be Monday, August 3 from 4-8 p.m. at Gottenstroeter Funeral Home in Owensville.
She is survived by her children, Rhonda Stockglausner and husband Carl Clover of Washington, Keith Stockglausner and wife Debi of Rosebud and Elaine Fleming and husband Lance of Cottleville; son-in-law, Chuck Czeschin and wife Donna of Rosebud; and by 9 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.
Larry Frank Busby
7/30/2026
Larry Frank Busby, Sr. of St. Clair, MO passed away Monday, July 27, 2026
Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 PM Friday, July 31, 2026 at
Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO
Visitation for 85 year old Larry Busby, Sr. will be held from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM on
Friday, July 31, 2026 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO
Burial in Crestview Memorial Park, St. Clair, MO
He is survived by:
Spouse: Wanda Busby nee Clippard of St. Clair, MO
Sons: #(1) Larry Busby, Jr. (Debra) of St. Clair, MO
Daughters: #(2) Angie Shaver (Chris) of St. Clair, MO and Missy King (Richard) of Pacific, MO
Brothers: #(1)
Sisters: #(2)
Grandchildren: #(5) and two (2) step-grandchildren
Great-Grandchildren: #(4) with one (1) on the way
Memorials: American Legion Post 347 St. Clair, MO
Condolences may be sent to the family via our website:
russellcolonialfuneralhome.com
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Lauren McCormick
7/30/2026
Lauren McCormick of Rosebud passed away Sunday, July 26. A Celebration of Life will be held Sunday, August 9 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m at the White Mule Winery.
She is survived by her husband, Eric of their home; daughter, Ava McCormick of Rosebud; parents, Gary and Ginger Smith of Gerald; mother-in-law, Virginia McCormick of Owensville; brother, Jonathan Smith and wife Amy of Washington, brother-in-law Craig McCormick and wife Jennifer of Union
Lucinda Dudgeon
7/29/2026
Lucinda “Cindy” Dudgeon of Mt. Sterling passed away Sunday, July 26. Funeral services will be Friday, July 31 at 10:00 a.m. at Gottenstroeter Chapel in Owensville. Burial will be in Countryside Memorial Gardens.
Visitation for 57 year old Cindy Dudgeon will be Thursday, July 30 from 4-8 p.m. at Gottenstroeter Chapel in Owensville.
She is survived by her husband, Larry of their home; sons, Scott Stranghoener and wife Katie, Ryan Stranghoener and fiancé Catherine Guthrie all of Owensville and Steven Brandhorst of Mt. Sterling; step-son, Jim Klausner of Owensville; daughter-in-law, Mary Kohrmann of Rosebud; brothers, Jim Bob Mitchell and wife Crystal of Sparta and Billy Mitchell of Gerald; sisters, Betty Connor of Beaufort, Mary Loessel and husband Andy of Festus, Carla Diez and husband Bobby of Leslie and JoAnn Goodman and husband Darryl of Gerald; and by eleven grandchildren
David Maiura
7/28/2026
David Maiura, 77, of Union, MO passed away Monday, July 27, 2026.
He is survived by his wife, Laura Maiura (nee' Berger) of Union; three sons, Chris Maiura and wife Andi of Jefferson City, MO, Scott Maiura and significant other Irene Kroczka of Brisbane, Australia, and Mark Maiura and wife Jen of Eureka, MO; five grandchildren, Trenton, Aliah, Isabella, Adriana, and Savanna Maiura; two sisters, Sue Maiura and husband Tom Morrisey of Buffalo, NY, and Pat Bortle and significant other Mark Conley of Oneida, NY; two brothers, John Maiura and wife Betty of Indian Trails, NC, and Ed Maiura and wife Sherry of Gig Harbor, WA; sister-in-law, Gini Spalding and husband George of Petersburg, NJ; brother-in-law, Bob Berger and wife Shina of TX; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Visitation for 77-year-old David Maiura will be held from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM on Monday, August 3, 2026 at St. Joseph Neier Catholic Church in Union, MO. Funeral Mass will immediately follow at 11:00 AM with Rev. Chuck Tichacek officiating. Burial with full military honors will follow services at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery in St. Louis.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Parkinson's Foundation.
The Maiura family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.
Darlene Edwards
7/27/2026
Darlene Edwards (nee' Sanford), 85, of Union, MO passed away Friday, July 24, 2026.
She is survived by four children: Teresa Helmig of Union, James Green and wife Lisa of Warrenton, Carrie Heymann of O'Fallon, and Delores Flanagan and husband John of Kirkwood; five grandchildren: Kyle Helmig (Paige), Duane Heymann, Carter Helmig (Emma), Brooklyn Green, and Nathan Edwards; six great-grandchildren; one sister, Rheta Carroll of Mamaduke, AR; three brothers: Elmer Sanford of Jonesboro, AR, Joe Sanford of Mountain Home, AR, and Wesley Sanford of Paragould, AR; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Visitation for 85-year-old Darlene Edwards will be held from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM on Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. Funeral services will immediately follow at 1:00 PM at the funeral home with Pastor Roger Johnson officiating. Interment will follow in Crestview Memorial Park in St. Clair, MO.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to No Time to Spare Animal Rescue & Sanctuary.
The Edwards family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.
Judith Ann Humphrey
7/24/2026
Judith Ann Humphrey nee Pingel of Lonedell, MO passed away
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 AM Monday, July 27, 2026 at
Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO
Visitation for 85 year old Judy Humphrey will be held from 3:00 to 8:00 PM on
Sunday, July 26, 2026 and after 9:00 AM on Monday, July 27, 2026 at
Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO
Burial in Crestview Memorial Park, St. Clair, MO
She is survived by:
Spouse: Russell George Humphrey of Lonedell, MO
Daughters: #(2) Sharon Whitehall (Jeff) of Ballwin, MO and Vicky English (Doug) of Webster Groves, MO
Grandchildren: #(4)
Great-Grandchildren: #(5)
Memorials: to Honor Flight of St. Louis
Condolences may be sent to the family via our website:
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Betty Mae Davis
7/24/2026
Betty Mae Davis nee Hinson of St. Clair, MO passed away
Thursday, July 23, 2026
Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, August 1, 2026 at
Mt. Zion Baptist Church, St. Clair, MO
Visitation for 91 year old Betty Davis will be held from 5:00 to 8:00 PM on
Friday, July 31, 2026 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home in St. Clair, MO and after 9:00 AM on Saturday, August 1, 2026 at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, St. Clair, MO
Burial in Elmwood Cemetery, Lonedell, MO
She is survived by:
Sons: #(3) Bruce Davis (Diane) of St. Clair, MO, Steve Davis (Mary) of Sullivan, and Tim Davis (significant other, Tina Gotsch) of St. Clair, MO
Daughters: #(1) Teresa Durgin (Geoff) of St. Clair, MO
Grandchildren: #(10)
Great-Grandchildren: #(17)
Memorials: Mt Zion Baptist Church Building Fund
Condolences may be sent to the family via our website:
russellcolonialfuneralhome.com
Alfred Nothum
7/23/2026
Alfred “Al” Nothum, 93, of Springville, UT (formerly of New Haven, MO) passed away Saturday, July 18, 2026.
He is survived by his wife, Carol Griffin Nothum; six children: Julie Andersen, Alfred Patrick Nothum, Bradley Nothum, Laura Perryman, Timothy Nothum, and Maria Rice; 26 grandchildren and 45 great-grandchildren; along with other relatives and friends.
Services for 93-year-old Al Nothum will be held on Saturday, August 1, 2026 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Washington, MO. Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM, followed by funeral services at 11:00 AM. Burial with full military honors will follow services in New Haven Cemetery in New Haven, MO.
The Nothum family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.
Joseph Forget
7/23/2026
Joseph Forget, 71, of Washington, MO passed away Monday, July 20, 2026.
He is survived by his brother Steve Forget and wife Pat, sister Gigi Arnold and husband Daryl, sister Michelle Redington, brother David Forget and wife Sheri, along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
A memorial gathering to celebrate Joe's life will be held from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM on Saturday, July 25, 2026 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.
Memorial donations may be made in honor of Mr. Forget to St. Francis Borgia Church.
The Forget family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.
Brock Stephen Hohman
7/22/2026
Brock Stephen Hohman was born in Alton, IL on March 14, 1958 (Pi Day).
Brock was raised by his parents in Alton, IL and was the third of six
children. He graduated from Marquette High School in 1976. He received
an associate's degree from Harris Technical School and started his
career in satellite communication shortly after. He met his wife Linda
(Becks) Hohman during that time and they married in Quincy, IL on April
25, 1981.
He traveled the U.S. extensively during much of his career and met many
good people. This was the perfect job for his free spirited personality.
Brock enjoyed time on the patio with family & friends, camping,
listening to music, campfires, napping, and motorcycle riding. His
grandchildren brought him much joy and brightness. He enjoyed giving
them whatever they wanted. Brock was always sharing witty commentary and
making us smile.
He is preceded in death by his parents (Bernard (Bernie) and Carolyn
Hohman), in-laws (Walter and Dolores Becks), and one brother-in-law
(Larry Wickenhauser).
Surviving is his immediate family, wife Linda (Becks) Hohman of
Washington, MO, Stephen and Deanna (Dillard) Hohman of Glendale, MO, and
Sarah (Hohman) and David Mead of Highlands Ranch, CO. He has five
grandchildren, Henry (11) and Walter (9) Hohman, as well as River (6),
Finley (4), and Boone (1) Mead. He is survived by his five siblings;
Michelle Sholar (Illinois), Cam Wickenhauser (Illinois), Chris Hohman
(Arizona), John Hohman (Maryland), and Maria Blair (South Carolina), and
many siblings' in-law. He is also survived by numerous nieces and
nephews who were all an important part of his life.
Brock had many friends throughout his life journey. He always felt
blessed by the people he was surrounded by.
A Memorial Mass will be held on Monday, July 27, 2026, at 11 a.m. at the
St. Francis Borgia Church.
Memorials can be made to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation or the St.
Francis Borgia Grade School Athletic Association of Washington, MO.
Arrangements in care of Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home, Washington.
Harold Glamann Jr.
7/21/2026
Harold F. “Butch” Glamann Jr., 83, of Washington, passed away on July
17, 2026. Butch, son of the late Alice nee Angermeier and Harold Glamann
Sr., was born on July 7, 1943, in St. Louis. He received his education
from Herculaneum High School. On July 24, 1965, he was united in
marriage to Anna Rose Frick at St. Ignatius Church in Concord Hill. Mr.
Glamann served his country honorably as a member of the United States
Army.
Butch loved to spend time at Truman Lake where he made many lasting
memories with his family and friends. His favorite activities there
included fishing for crappie and taking the boat out for a sunset
cruise. He also enjoyed hunting, Cardinals baseball, and any activity he
could share with his kids, grandkids, and his beloved Annie.
He was preceded in death by his parents; twin sister, Carol Shelton; two
great-grandchildren, Aurora and Anastasia, and brothers and
sisters-in-law, Charlie Kight, Ed Shelton, Kathy Frick, Maurice Frick,
and Russell Owenby.
Among his survivors are his wife, Anna Rose “Annie” Glamann of
Washington; children, Shelley Nieder and husband Jeff of Union, Jim
Glamann and wife Jamie of Washington, Tina McKenna of Washington, and
Kim Moritz and husband Kenny of Leslie; siblings, Mary Kight of Advance,
MO, Judy Glamann of Pevely, MO, Linda Steffen and husband Tony of
Hillsboro, MO, and Terry Laughlin and husband Dave of Soulard; thirteen
grandchildren, Brenton Inman, Brandon (Casey) Inman, Katelynn Martin,
Shayla (Kendrick) Bearpaw, Noel Glamann (Eric Heil), Brinn Smith,
Nicholas Smith, Alexandria (Dustin) Johnson, Nicholas (Seth) McKenna,
Adrian “A.J.” Glamann, Kurtis Moritz, Kenneth “Bubba”
Moritz, and Kaylee Moritz; nine great-grandchildren; brothers and
sisters-in-law, Marilyn Owenby of Warrenton, Larry Frick and wife Carol
of Washington, Tootsie Frick of Washington, and Leon Frick of
Washington; other relatives and friends.
A visitation will be held on Saturday, July 25, 2026, from 10-11 a.m. at
Our Lady of Lourdes Church, with a Memorial Mass beginning at 11 a.m.
Interment will be held at a later date at Jefferson Barracks National
Cemetery. Memorial donations can be made to the American Cancer Society.
Arrangements in care of Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home, Washington.
Gage Heath Avery Cowin
7/16/2026
Gage Heath Avery Cowin, 28, of Sullivan, MO passed away Thursday, July 9, 2026.
He is survived by his mother, Annie Soliz of New Haven; one son, Maximus Cowin of Union; one daughter, Vivian Cowin of St. Louis; eight siblings: Emily Carr of St. Charles, Cristina Struckhoff (Paul) of New Haven, Daniel Ledbetter (Tabitha) of Sullivan, Melissa Grannemann of Beaufort, Julie Scott (Dillon) of Sullivan, Nicholas Ledbetter (Daven) of Sullivan, Sarah Bonnarens (Matthew) of Union, and Stephen Mercer (Samantha) of Rolla; along with aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives, and many friends.
Memorial services will be held at 10:00 AM on Saturday, August 22, 2026 at the House of Hope in Sullivan, MO. A luncheon will follow services. Interment will be held privately.
Memorial donations may be made to the Cowin family toward the children's education fund.
The Cowin family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.
Janet Marie Biermann
7/15/2026
Janet Marie Biermann (nee' Giraudo), 86, of Beaufort, MO passed away Saturday, July 11, 2026.
She is survived by four daughters, Danette Eckelkamp (Eric) of Washington, Laura Jenkins (Jerry) of Washington, Nicole Birkmann (Jon) of Union, and Holly Julius of Beaufort; 11 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Sandra Kollar (Bob) of St. Louis and Susan Giraudo of Fenton; three brothers-in-law, Richard Biermann of High Ridge, Stephen Biermann (Donna) of Union, and John Lorentz of St. Louis; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 12:00 PM on Saturday, August 1, 2026 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Union, MO with Rev. Peter Blake officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
Visitation for 86-year-old Janet Biermann will be held from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Saturday, August 1, 2026 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. A parish rosary will be held at 8:45 AM on Saturday at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Missionaries of Charity.
The Biermann family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.
Shirley Lanwermeyer
7/15/2026
Shirley Lanwermeyer (nee' Voss), 91, of Washington, MO passed away Saturday, July 11, 2026.
She is survived by her husband, Wayne Lanwermeyer of Washington; one daughter, Lisa Connor and husband Mike of Overland Park, KS; three step-daughters, Lynne Kuchem and husband Kirk of Washington, LuAnn Wilmes and husband Chris of Lake St. Louis, and Lori Garbs of Washington; fourteen grandchildren and seventeen great-grandchildren; one sister, Mary Berlener and husband Roy of Hermann; sister-in-law, Marilyn Lanwermeyer of Washington; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Visitation for 91-year-old Shirley Lanwermeyer will be held from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM on Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at St. Francis Borgia Catholic Church in Washington, MO. Funeral Mass will immediately follow at 11:00 AM. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Francis Borgia Parish.
The Lanwermeyer family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.
L.B. Eckelkamp
7/14/2026
L.B Eckelkamp, 82, of Washington, MO passed away on Saturday, July 11,
2026.
He is survived by his wife, Bonnie Eckelkamp (nee' Stratman) of
Washington; one son, Louis B. "Buzz" Eckelkamp and wife Tina of
Washington; one daughter, Jeanna Sinnott and husband Mike of Washington;
seven grandchildren: Michael (Taylor) Sinnott, Sarah Eckelkamp, Bonnie
Eckelkamp, Louis Eckelkamp IV, Matthew Sinnott, Anna Eckelkamp, and
Elizabeth Sinnott; one great-grandson, Alexander Sinnott; two sisters,
Judy Tobben (Pete) of Washington and Susie Eckelkamp of St. Albans;
sister-in-law, Marilyn Eckelkamp of Washington; brother-in-law, Dick
Stratman (Karen) of Washington; along with nieces, nephews, other
relatives and friends.
On Friday, July 17, 2026 Mr. Eckelkamp will lie in state from 12:00 PM
to 8:00 PM at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO with full family
present from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Saturday, July 18, 2026
at St. Francis Borgia Catholic Church in Washington, MO. Burial will be
held privately following Mass in the church cemetery.
The family prefers donations be made in honor of L.B. Eckelkamp to the
St. Francis Borgia High School Endowment Fund, St. Francis Borgia
Parish, or Greater St. Louis Area Scouting.
The Eckelkamp family is proudly served by Oltmann Funeral Home in
Washington, MO.
Alisa Conrad
7/13/2026
Alisa G. Conrad, 65 of Washington, passed away on July 9, 2026. Alisa,
daughter of the late Donald C. Conrad and Constance nee Marchbank, was
born on January 17, 1961, in Washington. She received her education from
Autumn Hill State School in Union.
Alisa brought joy, laughter, and warmth to everyone who had the
privilege of knowing her. Alisa took great pride in her work at the
Sheltered Workshop (Empac Group) in Washington were she was employed for
44 years. She cherished her job and the friendships she built with her
coworkers. Her kind spirit, joyful heart, and love for life will be
deeply missed and forever remembered by all who knew her. She also
enjoyed spending time at Rainbow Activity Center, especially creating
arts and crafts with friends. Through love and support of her Ability
staff, Alisa had independence and access to new experiences some of
which included horseback riding at Exceptional Equestrians where she
found happiness and confidence, attending summer camps, vacations to
Branson, shopping trips and many other activities. Alisa loved her
staff and made many loving and lasting bonds. She also loved listening
to music and watching old TV shows.
Alisa found great joy in celebrating holidays, family meals, birthday
gatherings, and making lasting memories with those she loved. She
enjoyed reading magazines, collecting recipes, and discovering new
things.
Alisa is survived by two siblings, Kyle Conrad and wife Susan of
Kennesaw, GA and Janet Henderson and husband Paul of Washington;
nephews, Paul M. Henderson and significant other Shaila Wunderlich,
Phillip Henderson and wife Anne, and Steven Henderson and wife Megan;
nieces, Emily Brumett and husband Zach and Katie Coats and husband
Blake; great nieces and nephews, Emmalyne, Audrey, Paityn, Leah,
Barrett, Aidyn Henderson and Jack Brumett; other relatives, many loved
ones and friends.
A visitation will be held on Thursday, July 16, 2026, from 4-7 p.m. at
Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home. Funeral service will begin at 10 a.m.
on Friday, July 17, 2026, at Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home.
Interment will be in the Presbyterian Cemetery in Washington.
Memorial donations can be made to the Rainbow Activity Center.
In lieu of flowers, stuffed animals will be accepted on behalf of the
Foster Care Backpack Program provided by the Washington Elks Lodge.
Arrangements in care of Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home, Washington.
James Anthony Unnerstall
7/13/2026
James "Jim" Anthony Unnerstall passed away peacefully at his home in
Washington, Missouri, on July 9, 2026, at the age of 91.
Jim was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 62 years, Theresa
(Chapek) Unnerstall; his parents, Henry and Clara (Eckelkamp)
Unnerstall; his brothers, Elmer, Marvin "Sparky," and Harold Unnerstall;
and his sister, Rita (Unnerstall) Loethen.
Jim is survived by his sons, Ronald (Allison) Unnerstall and Alan
(Teresa) Unnerstall; and his four grandchildren, Anna, Hank, Nick, and
Sam, who will carry forward his love of family, integrity, perseverance,
and service.
Born on November 17, 1934, in rural Washington, Missouri, Jim was raised
with strong Catholic values, a deep moral compass, and an unwavering
belief in doing what was right. Those principles shaped every aspect of
his life—from his devotion to family and faith to his distinguished
career and lifelong commitment to serving others.
Jim was the first in his family to attend college and the first to leave
his hometown, earning a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from
the Missouri School of Mines in Rolla, Missouri, in 1956. While all of
his siblings answered the nation's call through military service, Jim
found his own way to serve—through innovation, leadership, and helping
build one of America's most important industries.
He devoted his entire 38-year career to American Oil Company, later
Amoco, beginning as a young engineer in Whiting, Indiana, and rising
through the company's leadership to become Executive Director of Crisis
Management Planning before retiring in 1994. Along the way, he helped
pioneer advancements in oil refining through engineering, refinery
operations, and executive leadership. He completed Harvard University's
Advanced Management Program in 1976, earned his Professional Degree in
Chemical Engineering, and was inducted into the Academy of Chemical and
Biochemical Engineering in 1997 in recognition of his distinguished
career.
Yet those who knew Jim best would say his greatest accomplishments were
not found in boardrooms or engineering plans.
Jim was a man of extraordinary dedication.
Above all, Jim was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather whose
quiet example of integrity, perseverance, and unconditional love shaped
the lives of those who knew him best.
He was devoted to his beloved wife, Theresa, and to the marriage they
shared. During Theresa's battle with dementia, Jim cared for her with
remarkable patience, compassion, and unwavering love. Friends would
later say that watching him care for Theresa taught them the true
meaning of dedication. After losing her, Jim often spoke of being ready
to be with her again, and his family finds comfort in knowing they are
reunited.
Jim believed deeply that blessings were meant to be shared. A generous
philanthropist, he quietly invested in the people and community that had
shaped him. Among his proudest contributions was helping establish the
Unnerstall Express, a transportation bus that expanded educational
opportunities for students. His support of St. Francis Borgia High
School, now St. Francis Borgia Regional High School, reflected his
lifelong belief in the value of education. Through the James "Jim"
Unnerstall Family History Scholarship, he encouraged students to
discover their own roots by researching and writing about their family's
history. Scholarships are awarded based on financial need and academic
promise, reflecting Jim's belief that every student deserves the
opportunity to learn from both their education and their heritage.
Jim and Theresa also faithfully volunteered through their local church
and throughout their community. His commitment to service extended
nationally through decades of volunteer leadership with the American Red
Cross, as well as service to his alma mater and the engineering
profession.
Jim possessed an endless curiosity. He was an avid reader, loved
tackling puzzles, and always seemed to have another project underway.
His passion for genealogy became one of those lifelong projects. He
meticulously documented the histories of the Unnerstall, Chapek, White,
and many related family lines, preserving generations of stories that
might otherwise have been lost. His remarkable memory and gift for
storytelling made him the family's historian, and there were few details
of family history he could not recall.
He also found joy in staying active. For many years he enjoyed golf and
tennis, and even into his nineties he remained determined to keep
moving. Until last year, he could often be found loading his bicycle,
driving to the Missouri River Trail, riding eight miles, and returning
home with the quiet satisfaction that came from an active life.
After spending nearly seven decades away, Jim returned to his hometown
of Washington, Missouri, where he spent the final chapter of his life.
After leaving at age 20 to pursue opportunities few from his small town
had imagined, he returned 69 years later to the place where his story
began. There, surrounded by familiar places and lifelong memories, he
spent his golden years before passing away peacefully at home.
Jim will be remembered as a man of quiet strength, unwavering faith,
remarkable intellect, and generous spirit. Whether leading a Fortune 500
corporation, caring for the love of his life, preserving his family's
history, mentoring future generations, or giving back to his community,
Jim approached every endeavor with humility, excellence, and purpose.
His legacy lives not only in the industry he helped shape, but in the
lives he changed, the family stories he preserved, the students he
inspired, and the example he set of a life devoted to faith, family,
service, and doing what was right.
He returned home to Washington in the final chapter of his life, and
there, surrounded by the community that first shaped him, his remarkable
journey came full circle.
For Jim, success was never measured by what he achieved for himself, but
by what he built for others—his family, his community, and the
generations that would follow.
Jim will be missed by his numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends
around the world.
For those who are able to join us in celebrating Jim's life, visitation
will be held on Saturday, July 18, 2026 from 11 am to 1 pm at
Nieburg-Vitt,Miller Funeral Home, with a Funeral Mass beginning at 1:30
pm at St. Francis Borgia Catholic Parish.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the American Red
Cross or St. Francis Borgia Regional High School.
Faron Kasmann
7/11/2026
Faron L. Kasmann,72, of Washington, passed away on July 8, 2026. Mr.
Kasmann, son of the late Virgil Kasmann and Dorothy nee Althage, was
born on July 8, 1954, in Washington. He received his education from
Union High School. On July 17, 1976, he was united in marriage to Dana
Howard at the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Washington. Mr. Kasmann served
his country honorably as a member of the United States Army.
Faron found joy outdoors. He especially loved hunting, fishing, and
trapping. He also enjoyed tending his garden and occasionally working on
woodworking projects.
He was preceded in death by his parents and mother and father-in-law,
Anna Mae and Daniel Howard.
Among his survivors are his wife, Dana Kasmann of Washington; four
children, Kyle Kasmann and wife Robyn of Sullivan, Brian Kasmann and
wife Jenny of Washington, Corey Kasmann and wife Michelle of Washington,
and Julie Crego and husband Chad of Washington; sister, Debbie Clithero
and husband Dale of Springfield, MO; grandchildren, Tyler Kasmann and
wife Trinitee, Ryker Kasmann, Kylan Kasmann, Brody Kasmann, Wade
Kasmann, Kayleigh Schulte and husband Alec, Kelsee Crego, Kenzie Crego,
and Kadie Crego; one great-grandchild, Lilith Schulte; nieces, nephews,
cousins, and friends.
A visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 12
p.m. at Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home, with the funeral service
beginning at 12 p.m. Interment, with full military honors will be at the
Ebenezer Lutheran Church Cemetery. Memorial donations can be made to the
Ebenezer Lutheran Church Cemetery Fund.
Arrangements in care of Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home, Washington.
John Scott
7/11/2026
John Scott, 79, of Villa Ridge, MO passed away Friday, July 10, 2026.
He is survived by his wife, Betty Brown Scott (nee' Hagedorn) of Villa Ridge; two sons, David Scott and wife Reda of Salem, MO and Darrel Scott and wife Karen of Salem, MO; three step-children, Richard Brown and wife Marie of Villa Ridge, Randy Brown and wife Amy of Villa Ridge, and Dana Strong and husband David of Villa Ridge; 14 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren; two sisters-in-law, Barbara Scott Priddy of Annetta, KY and Judy Hagedorn and husband Jim of Villa Ridge, MO; brother-in-law, Johnny Hagedorn of Villa Ridge, MO; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Visitation for 79-year-old John Scott will be held from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Monday, July 13, 2026 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. Funeral services will immediately follow at 7:00 PM at the funeral home. Services will be held at the Patton Funeral Home Brownsville Chapel on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. Burial will follow in the Pleasant Union United Baptist Church Cemetery in Brownsville, KY.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Pleasant Union United Baptist Church.
The Scott family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO and Patton Funeral Home in Brownsville, KY.
Arlene Mincemeyer
7/11/2026
Arlene Mincemeyer (nee' Lottmann), 94, of Beaufort, MO passed away Thursday, July 9, 2026.
She is survived by one son, Dale Pohlmann and wife Linda of Beaufort; daughter-in-law, Janice Pohlmann of Beaufort; three step-children, Sharon Dippold and husband David of Imperial, Kathy Luongo of FL, and Karen Blankenship and husband Dennis of GA; nine grandchildren and several great-grandchildren; four sisters-in-law, Fern Cain of Sullivan, Eunice Hinch of Sullivan, Ruby Mincemeyer of St. Louis, and Rena Mincemeyer of Union; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Visitation for 94-year-old Arlene Mincemeyer will be held from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at St. John's Lutheran Church in Beaufort, MO. Funeral services will immediately follow at 11:00 AM at the church with Rev. Timothy Brown officiating. A luncheon will follow services at the church. Graveside services and burial will take place at 2:00 PM on Tuesday at St. Paul Lutheran Cemetery in Union.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the St. John's Quilters or New Haven Care Center.
The Mincemeyer family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.
Clarence Virgil Laubinger
7/10/2026
Clarence Virgil Laubinger Jr., 85, of Union, MO passed away Wednesday, July 8, 2026.
He is survived by his wife, Janet Laubinger (nee' McGee) of Union; two daughters, Rhonda Strothcamp and husband Timothy of Union and Brenda Peters and husband Kevin of Washington; four grandchildren: Danielle Berges, Callee Peterson (Robert), Jared Peters, and Stephanie Peters; five great-grandchildren: Paisley Berges, Whitley Berges, Josiah Berges, Jade Peters, and June Peters; eight siblings: Audie Laubinger of Washington, Carol Bandy of Leslie, Joanne Schultz of Holts Summit, Stanley Laubinger (Mary) of Sullivan, Sondra Biermann (Mike) of Webster Groves, Darlene Branson (Kenny) of St. John's, Cindy Gill (Don) of Leslie, and Sherry Sexton (Mark) of Camdenton; two sisters-in-law, Helen Laubinger of Leslie and Judy McGee of Washington; brother-in-law, Leslie "Bud" Lloyd of Union; along with nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, July 13, 2026 at First Baptist Church of Union in Union, MO with Rev. Greg Cross officiating. A luncheon will follow services at the church. Graveside services and burial will take place at 2:00 PM on Monday at Evergreen Baptist Church Cemetery in Leslie, MO.
Visitation for 85-year-old Clarence Laubinger Jr. will be held from 1:00 PM on to 4:00 PM on Sunday, July 12, 2026 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union. Visitation will resume at 10:00 AM on Monday at First Baptist Church of Union.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Evergreen Cemetery Fund, Alzheimer's Association, or the Spring Bluff Retreat Center (checks payable to Franklin Baptist Association).
The Laubinger family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO
Bill Virgil Flurry
7/7/2026
Bill Virgil Flurry of St. Clair, MO passed away Friday, July 3, 2026
Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 AM Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at
Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO
Visitation for 88 year old Bill Flurry will be held from 4:00 to 8:00 PM on
Tuesday, July 7, 2026 and after 9:00 AM on Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at
Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO
Entombment in Crestview Memorial Park Haven of Rest Mausoleum
He is survived by:
Spouse: Glenna “Marie” Flurry nee Edwards of St. Clair, MO
Sons: #(1) Bill Flurry (Barbara) of Hillsboro, MO
Brothers: #(1)
Sisters: #(2)
Grandchildren: #(5)
Great-Grandchildren: #(3)
Memorials: United Methodist Church in St. Clair Agape Fund
Condolences may be sent to the family via our website:
russellcolonialfuneralhome.com
Richard Leiweke
7/7/2026
Richard Leiweke of Gerald passed away Saturday , July 4th. Memorial services will be Saturday, July 11 at 11:00 a.m. at Owensville Assembly of God Church.
Visitation for 63 year old Richard Leiweke will be from 10-11 a.m. at the church.
He is survived by his mother, Kaaren Trost of Owensville; wife, Denise of their home; children, Stephanie Wojtowicz and fiancé Brad Carpenter of Johanneburg, Mich. and Dianna Leiweke of Gerald; siblings, Debbie Williams and husband Bill of Owensville, Mark Leiweke and wife Joy of Raytown and Irene Hollandsworth and husband Tim of Linn; and by two grandchildren.
Donald John Maune
7/7/2026
Donald John Maune, 82, of Washington, Missouri, passed away peacefully
on July 4, 2026, in Washington, Missouri, surrounded by his loving
family.
Donald was born on May 2, 1944, in Krakow, Missouri, to Frank and
Margaret (Gildehaus) Maune. On June 27, 1970, he was united in marriage
to Joan Marie Kehr, Our Lady of Lourdes, Washington, Missouri. Together
they shared 56 years of marriage.
Don is survived by his devoted wife, Joan Maune; his sons, Brad Maune
and wife Kelly of New Haven, Tim Maune and wife Melissa of St. Clair,
and Kyle Maune and wife Jessica of New Haven. He was a proud grandfather
to Gillyann and Cora Maune of New Haven, Jordan Maune of St. Clair, and
Logan and Samantha Maune of New Haven.
He is also survived by his sister, Linda Hanneken and husband Donald of
Washington; his brother, Maurice Maune and wife Shirley of Washington;
along with many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends.
Don was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Margaret Maune;
brothers, Francis Maune, who was killed in action during the Vietnam
War, and Ralph Maune; sisters, Bernice Washington, Marian Seamon and
husband Alfred, and Delores Baker and husband Lowell; his father-in-law
and mother-in-law, Chris and Arlene Kehr; brother-in-law Arthur Buerk;
sister-in-law Sandra Kehr; and two nieces and one nephew.
Don began his career at Zero Manufacturing in April 1968 and remained a
dedicated employee until his retirement in May 2010. He was known for
his strong work ethic and commitment throughout his more than 42 years
of service.
In his free time, Don enjoyed spending countless hours in his
woodworking shop, creating treasured family heirlooms that will be
cherished for generations. He also enjoyed painting, assembling model
kits and creating paint-by-number artwork.
Most of all, Don loved his family. He took great pride in his children
and grandchildren and treasured every opportunity to spend time with
them.
His memory will live in the hearts of his family and friends forever.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, July 9, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 12
p.m. at Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home, with a funeral service
beginning at 12 p.m. Interment will be in the St. Francis Borgia
Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the
Lutheran Family and Children’s Services of Missouri or the Knight
Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center at Washington University.
Arrangements in care of Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home, Washington.
Bertie Westermann
7/6/2026
Bertie Westermann of Owensville passed away Thursday, July 2. Funeral services will be Wednesday, July 8 at 11:00 a.m. at Belle Community Church. Burial will be in Countryside Memorial Gardens in Owensville.Visitation for 74 year old Bertie Westermann will be Wednesday, July 8 from 9-11 at the church.
She is survived by her husband, Richard of their home; son, Darrin Westermann with wife Lisa of Olathe, Co. and daughter Amy Merrill with James of Sand Springs, Okla. ; and four grandchildren.
Mary Louise Bishop
7/2/2026
Mary Louise Bishop of Ballwin, Missouri passed away Monday, June 29.
Funeral services will be Monday, July 6, 2026, at 11 AM at Gottenstroeter Chapel in Owensville. Burial will be at the Owensville City Cemetery in Owensville.
Visitation for 82 year old Mary Louise Bishop, will begin at 9:00 to 11:00 AM at the Gottenstroeter Chapel.
Her survivors include her sister, Joyce Ridenhour and husband Roy of Owensville;
and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews and great-great nieces and nephews, and many friends.
Jacalyn Swoboda
7/2/2026
Jacalyn "Jackie" Swoboda, 74, of Marthasville, MO passed away Saturday, June 27, 2026.
She is survived by her husband, Thomas "Tom" Swoboda of Marthasville; her daughter, Tracy McGrath of Cuba, MO; two stepsons, Tommy Swoboda, Joel Swoboda; three grandchildren, Zachary Hartman, Brody Hartman (Lily McCormick), Rory McGrath; three step-grandchildren, Kaitlyn Swoboda, Ian Swoboda, Maggie Swoboda; one sister, Lynn (Thomas) Pokrefke; along with many other family members and friends.
Visitation for 74-year-old Jackie Swoboda will be held Monday, July 6, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO. A funeral service will be held the following morning, Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at 11:00 AM at Oltmann Funeral Home. Burial will follow at St. Vincent Cemetery in Marthasville.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to St. Louis Children's Hospital in Jackie's memory.
The Swoboda family is being served by Oltmann Funeral Home.
Mary Margaret Barkey
7/1/2026
Mary Margaret Barkey of Jefferson City passed away Saturday, June 27, 2026
Funeral services will be on Friday, July 3, 2026, at 11:00 AM at Gottenstroeter Chapel in Owensville.
Burial will be at Immaculate Conception Catholic Cemetery in Owensville
Visitation for 73 year old Mary Margaret Barkey will be Friday, July 3, 2026, from 9:00 to 11:00 AM at Gottenstroeter Chapel in Owensville.
Survived by:
her husband, Dave Barkey
daughters, Patty Chapman and husband Cory of Bland, Linda Ternes and husband Dave of Walnut Shade, Mo., and Suzanne Shafer and husband Russ of Jefferson City
son, William Arnold and wife Casey of Owensville
grandchildren, Caitlyn Backer and husband Landen, Jonathan Ternes and wife Molly, Jacob Ternes and wife Jaicee, Joshua Ternes, Anna Weldon, Jordan Heying, and Maxwell Heying;
and great-grandchildren, Sophia, Sutton, Greyson, and Octavia.
Karen Joann Stern
7/1/2026
Karen Joann Stern nee Hutchings of St. Clair, MO passed away
Sunday, June 28, 2026
The family of 87 year old Karen Stern was served by Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO
A private committal will take place at a later date
She is survived by:
Sons: #(2) Kurt Stern of Sullivan, MO and Rick Stern of St. Louis, MO
Daughters: #(1) Tracy Monk (Scott) of St. Clair, MO
Sisters: #(1)
Grandchildren: #(4)
Great-Grandchildren: #(3)
Memorials: none
Condolences may be sent to the family via our website:
russellcolonialfuneralhome.com
Gerald Edward Malone Sr.
7/1/2026
Gerald Edward Malone, Sr. of St. Clair, MO passed away
Saturday, June 27, 2026
The family of 77 year old Gerald Malone, Sr. was served by Russell Colonial Funeral
Home, St. Clair, MO
A private committal will take place at a late date
He is survived by:
Spouse: Martha “Pat” Malone nee Hord of St. Clair, MO
Sons: #(2) Jerry Malone, Jr. (Susan) of Robertsville, MO and Eric Malone (Darlene)
of Gerald, MO
Daughters: #(2) Tina Gotsch (Tim) of St. Clair, MO and Tiffany Nolan (Jim) of St.
Clair, MO
Brothers: #(1)
Sisters: #(3)
Grandchildren: #(7)
Great-Grandchildren: #(4)
Memorials: none
Condolences may be sent to the family via our website:
russellcolonialfuneralhome.com
Michael Yenzer
6/30/2026
Michael Yenzer, 68, of Union, MO passed away Sunday, June 28, 2026.
He is survived by his wife, Victoria Yenzer (nee' Manhart) of Union; two children, Abigail Dierker and husband Benjamin of Union and Ian Yenzer of Union; two grandchildren, August and Calvin Dierker; two brothers, Robert Yenzer of Gerald and James Yenzer and wife Shelly of Washington; parents-in-law, Charles and Marjorie (nee' Rowden) Manhart of Union; sister-in-law, Lisa Emke and husband Joseph of Washington; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Thursday, July 2, 2026 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Union, MO with Rev. Peter Blake officiating. Interment will be held privately in St. Francis Borgia Catholic Cemetery in Washington.
Visitation for 68-year-old Michael Yenzer will be held from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO. A parish rosary will be prayed at 3:30 PM on Wednesday at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Bethel Hills Advocates for Community Choice.
The Yenzer family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.
Dennis Ransom
6/27/2026
Dennis "Denny" Ransom, 81, of Union, MO passed away Thursday, June 25, 2026.
He is survived by seven children: Trisha McKinney and husband Jim of Union, Craig Ransom and wife Amanda of Chesterfield, Donna Rainey and husband Tim of Union, Jessica Kyle and husband Clay of North Dakota, Cindy Arban of Pacific, Ronald Million and wife Tina of Rolla, and Stephen Million and wife Tanya of Rolla; 11 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren; along with other relatives and friends.
Funeral services and interment will be held privately.
Memorial donations may be made to Franklin County Humane Society or St. Vincent de Paul Society.
The Ransom family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.
Robert Franklin Henderson
6/25/2026
Robert Franklin "Bob" Henderson, 93, of Union, Missouri passed away Friday, June 19, 2026
He is survived by one son, Jim (Colette) Henderson of Washington; one grandson, J. David Henderson of Colorado; one sister, Ruth Moore of Huntsville, AL; along with many nieces, nephews, other family members and friends.
A memorial visitation for 93-year-old Bob Henderson was held Wednesday, June 24, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union. In recognition of Bob's faithful service to his country in the United States Army, military honors was performed at 7:00 PM at Oltmann Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to American Legion Post 297 (Union, MO) in Bob's honor.
The Henderson family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union.
Roger Hollingsworth
6/24/2026
Roger Hollingsworth of Bland passed away Sunday, June 14. A Memorial service will be held Saturday, June 27 at 11:00 a.m. at The Belle Community Church.
Visitation for 71 year old Roger Hollingsworth will be from 10-11 a.m. at the church.
He is survived by his wife, MarshaLynn of their home; daughters, AmyRae Hollingsworth of Bland and Victoria Hollingsworth of Bonne Terre; son, Charles “Chuck” Hollingsworth of Blue Springs
Grandchildren: 8
Greats: 2
Kenneth Huth
6/24/2026
Kenneth "Kenny" Huth, 73, of Union, MO passed away Saturday, June 20, 2026.
He is survived by his caregivers at Arizona Care Center in New Haven, along with relatives and friends.
Memorial services will be held at a later date at the New Haven City Park. Burial was held privately in Union City Cemetery in Union, MO.
Memorial donations may be made to Franklin County Humane Society.
Mr. Huth family was served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.
Richard Von Dickison Jr.
6/23/2026
Richard Von Dickison, Jr. of Lonedell, MO passed away Monday, June 22, 2026
Funeral Services will be held at 6:00 PM Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at
Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO
Visitation for 81 year old Richard Dickison, Jr. will be held from 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM on
Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO
Inurnment will be in Crestview Memorial Park Haven of Rest Mausoleum, St. Clair, MO
He is survived by:
Children: #(8) Ronda Farris (Jason) of Hillsboro, MO, Rodney Dickison (Angie) of
Festus, MO, Kimberly Long (Kevin) of Lonedell, MO, Nicholas Giancola (Teresa)
of Plano, TX, Anthony Giancola (Kshe) of St. Clair, MO, Adam Dickison (Shelby) of
Webster Groves, MO, Shannon Zimmermann (Tyrell) of St. Louis, MO and April
Cooper Dickison of Pacific, MO
Brothers: #(3)
Grandchildren: #(28)
Great-Grandchildren: #(22)
Memorials: American Kidney Foundation
Condolences may be sent to the family via our website:
russellcolonialfuneralhome.com
Rich McDaniel
6/22/2026
Rich McDaniel, 66, of Washington, MO passed away Friday, June 19, 2026.
He is survived by his wife, Karen McDaniel (nee' Swoboda) of Washington; his daughter, Nicole Hodge and husband Jeremy of Hillsboro; his son, Christopher McDaniel and wife Sara of New Haven; two grandchildren, Aubrey and Nolan Hodge; his mother, Beverly Balven of Washington; one brother, Steve McDaniel of Washington; four sisters-in-law: Kris Moore and husband Jerry of Washington, Kathy Henke and husband Tom of Taos, Kay Boland and husband Steve of Washington, and Karla Borgerding and husband Kevin of Marthasville, along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Memorial visitation for 66-year-old Rich McDaniel will be held from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Thursday, June 25, 2026 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO. Funeral services will immediately follow at 7:00 PM on Thursday, June 25, 2026 at the funeral home. Interment will be held privately.
Memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
The McDaniel family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.
Karen Ann Fergerson
6/22/2026
OBITUARY FORM
Karen Ann Fergerson nee Michel of Lonedell, MO passed away Friday, June 19, 2026
Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM Friday, June 26, 2026 at
St. Paul Lutheran Church, Union, MO
Visitation for 71 year old Karen Fergerson will be held from 9:00 to 11:00 AM on
Friday, June 26, 2026 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Union, MO
Burial in Crestview Memorial Park, St. Clair, MO
She is survived by:
Daughters: #(1) Betty Taylor (Johnny) of Lonedell, MO
Brothers: #(1)
Sisters: #(5)
Grandchildren: #(1)
Memorials: St. Paul Lutheran Church, Union, MO
Condolences may be sent to the family via our website:
russellcolonialfuneralhome.com
Dorothy Luelf
6/19/2026
Dorothy Luelf (nee' Riechers), 95, of Washington, MO passed away Wednesday, June 17, 2026.
She is survived by three sons: Mark and wife Christine Luelf of Huntsville, AL, Dave and wife Cindy Luelf of Washington, and Bill and wife Bethany Luelf of Northern Virginia; six grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren; along with other relatives and friends.
Visitation for 95-year-old Dorothy Luelf will be held from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM on Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at the Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery Chapel in Washington. Funeral services will immediately follow at 11:00 AM at the cemetery chapel with Rev. Craig Wehmeyer officiating. Burial will follow in Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Immanuel Lutheran Church or American Cancer Society.
The Luelf family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.
6/17/2026
Dennis Mistler of Owensville passed away Sunday, June 14. A Memorial service will be held Saturday, June 20 at 11:00 a.m. at Leduc Little Country Church in Leduc. His ashes will be interred in Countryside Memorial Gardens in Owensville.
He is survived by his wife, Donna of their home; step-sons, J.J. Clavin and wife Sarah of Sullivan and Kendall Clavin of Phoenix, Ariz.; and siblings, Randy Mistler and wife Cindy of Rocky Mount, Donna Phelps and Debbie Reed and husband Neil all of Owensville and by 3 granddaughters.
Harry Strubberg
6/15/2026
Harry D. “Danny” Strubberg, 74, of Washington, passed away on June 10,
2026.
Mr. Strubberg, son of the late Harry L. Strubberg and Mildred "Irene",
nee Seamon, was born on February 24, 1952, in Washington. He received
his education from St. Francis Borgia High School. On May 16, 1970, he
was united in marriage to Carol St. Cin at St. Claire Catholic Church in
St. Clair.
Danny loved spending time with his family, especially his wife Carol,
who is the love of his life. He also enjoyed fishing and spending time
tending to his yard and garden. He also liked watching politics on
television while seldom agreeing with what they were doing and
especially loved caring for his dogs, including his beloved “Bella.”
He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Robert Strubberg Sr.;
sister-in-law, Patricia Strubberg; brother-in-law, Kenneth “Chuck”
Berkel, nephew, Robert Strubberg Jr. and parents in law, Edwin “Bud” St.
Cin and wife Elsie.
Among his survivors are his wife Carol Strubberg of Washington;
children, Athena Strubberg and fiance Richard Sikes of Washington, Tommy
Strubberg and wife Melissa of Union, Casey Strubberg and wife Vinita of
Marthasville, and Andy Strubberg and wife Alicia of Washington; sister,
Linda Sullentrup and husband Earl of Washington; grandchildren, Tommy
Strubberg Jr., Morgan Strubberg, Alexandria Bartlett, Andy Strubberg
Jr., Joseph Strubberg, Saunie Strubberg, and Alex Ahner; sister-in-law,
Diana Berkel; brother in laws Edwin St. Cin and wife Helen, Michael St.
Cin and wife Angie;nieces, Lisa Hall and Megan Strubberg, and nephew,
Dustin Sullentrup. Many other friends and family.
A visitation will be held on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, from 9-10 a.m. at
Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home, with a funeral service beginning at
10 a.m. Interment will be in the St. Francis Borgia Cemetery. Memorial
donations can be made to the Strubberg family c/o Carol Strubberg.
Lucille Mary Meyer
6/12/2026
Lucille Mary Meyer (nee’ Himmelberg), 93, passed away Tuesday, June 9,
2026 at Homestead at Hickory View, in Washington, Missouri, peacefully,
with her daughter Pamela Rufkahr at her side. She was born February 19,
1933 to the late Albert Louis and Mary Ann (nee’ Alfermann) Himmelberg
at home assisted by her grandmother, the late Mary C. Alfermann (nee’
Ballmann).
She attended St. Francis Borgia Grade School and St. Francis Borgia High
School. Unable to attend college despite receiving scholarships, she
worked as an x-ray technician at the hospital, and bookkeeper at several
businesses in Washington. She married Harlen W. Meyer on February 4,
1956 after he returned home from serving in the army during the Korean
War. They were married at St. Francis Borgia Church in Washington, a
union that endured until he passed away in 2001. They began a family
having three children in as many years, Harlen Duane, Pamela Sue, and
Frederick Alan, while living in St. Louis. Her husband worked full time
and attended St. Louis University while taking advantage of the GI Bill
while Lucille managed the 28-foot mobile home (and occasionally helped
Harlen with his schoolwork). The family returned to Washington, living
on Roberts Steet where their fourth child Lisa Lynne was born, and then
moving to Nora Street. Eventually moving to Asheville, North Carolina
(where their youngest child Michael Ray was born), and Grant Park and
Kankakee, Illinois, they returned to Missouri in 1969, living in Creve
Coeur, in the county outside of St. Louis. They returned to Washington,
Missouri in 1980, moving to Krakow in 1991.
Lucille played a large role in supporting businesses that her husband
started since the mid-1970s including Washington Metal Fabricators which
is still operating today. She continued to advise her son Harlen D.
Meyer after he took over running the business in 2001. She is
remembered for her quick wit, being an avid golfer, accomplished player
of bridge, an engaged citizen, long-time member of St. Gertrude’s
parish, enthusiastic traveler in her later years, and most importantly
as matriarch of her large multi-generational family.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Harlen W. Meyer, her parents,
Albert and Mary (nee’ Alfermann) Himmelberg, her in-laws Fred and Lydia
(nee’ Bunge) Meyer, her sister Laverne and nephew Greg Schelich,
siblings-in-law, Ray and Helga Meyer, Alfred and Mabel Obermark, Vic and
Mildred Kleekamp, Danny and Marion Fleer, and Lora Holt.
Lucille is survived by her five children, their spouses (and
grandchildren), including Harlen D. and Sue Meyer (Candice and Dane and
their spouses), Pamela S. and Michael Rufkahr (Jason, Lucy, Abby, and
Jaime and their spouses), Fred A. and Susan Meyer (Jessica and Breanna)
as well as L. Gilstrap (Harold and Albert and their spouses), Lisa L.
and Tom Bartley (Michael Thomas) and R. Compton (Robert), and Michael R.
Meyer and Audra Baleisis (Amelija and Jonas). She is also survived by
her sisters Ruth Himmelberg, Marian and brother-in-law Roy
Kampschroeder, and Judy and brother-in-law Rich Kandlebinder, as well as
brother-in-law Ardell Schelich and 14 great-grandchildren, nieces,
nephews, and other relatives and friends.
Memorial visitation for Lucille Meyer will be at 9 am, Monday, June 15
at Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home in Washington, Missouri. A rosary
will be said in her honor at 10 am. The funeral mass will be at 11 am
at St. Gertrude’s Parish in Krakow, Missouri. Interment will follow in
the church cemetery with a lunch reception in the parish hall. In lieu
of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Gertrude’s or Shaw’s
Nature Reserve in Gray Summit.
Scott Kuebler
6/12/2026
Scott Kuebler of Rosebud passed away Wednesday, June 10. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday, June 15 at 10:00 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Owensville. Burial will be in Assumption Cemetery in Morrison.
Visitation for 53 year old Scott Kuebler will be Sunday, June 14 from 1-5 p.m. at Gottenstroeter Funeral Home in Owensville.
He is survived by his loving wife, Crystal; son, Brayden and daughter, Allie; parents, Larry and Susan Kuebler and Kathryn and Tom Zavalydriga; brother, Joshua Holdren and sister, Abby Wilson.
LaVerne Fleer
6/11/2026
LaVerne M. Fleer,95, of Washington, passed away on June 4, 2026. Mrs.
Fleer, daughter of the late Herman Kuenzel and Anna nee Nagel, was born
on May 27, 1931, in Dutzow. She received her education from Washington
High School and East Central College. On September 11, 1954, she was
united in marriage to Kenneth Fleer at the St. Francis Borgia Church.
LaVerne was a special person to many people. Born and raised on the family farm on Augusta Bottoms Road. She was a dedicated lifelong member of the Roman Catholic faith; by turn she was a member of St. Vincent parish in Dutzow, St Francis Borgia parish in Washington, and St Gertrude parish in Krakow.
Mom was a licensed amatuer radio operator for over 40 plus years, her call sign was WA0 (zero) GTT; both she and dad were members of MARS Military Affiliate Radio Systems during the Vietnam era. She enjoyed drawing and landscape painting. She played the trumpet in school and later was self taught on the piano. She was active in senior service programs for passive fitness, strength maintenance, and yoga for physical and mental balance. She was affiliated with the Red Hat ladies in the Washington area.
She was a member of American Legion Post 218 Auxiliary having served as Sergeant-at-Arms, and for many years on the Scholarship Committee. LaVerne taught at St Gertrude School for years; upon retiring she continued as a substitute teacher for both public and private schools in the area.
Mrs. Fleer was a dedicated homemaker, mother and prolific vegetable gardener. Perhaps her most enduring attribute was that she never met a person she couldn't be sociable with; her life motto was "Strangers are people you haven't met yet."
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Kenneth Fleer, and
siblings, Felix Kuenzel, Irvin Kuenzel, Victor Kuenzel, Delores Filla,
and Andrew Kuenzel.
Among her survivors are her children, Melissa McFarlin and husband Eric
of Billings, MT, Julie Adams of St. Peters, MO, Gerald Fleer and wife
Lynn of Mt. Pleasant, SC, James Fleer and wife Linda of Overland Park,
KS, Duane Fleer and wife Shelley of Houston, TX, and Roger Fleer and
wife Patti of Washington, MO; grandchildren, Barron, Jessica, and
BreAnne Hunt, Andrew and Lauren Adams, August, Aidan, Olivia, and Greta
Fleer, Dillon, Devon, Marcus, Michael, Dusty, and Isabella, Brittany
Brenner and husband Greg, Nicholas Fleer and wife Kylie, Jeff Fleer,
Brian Fleer and wife Ali, Elizabeth Fleer, and Johanna Klepper and
husband Nathan; great-grandchildren, Diego and Josephine Brenner, Carter
and Emerson Fleer, Isabel Fleer, Penelope Martin, and Charlotte Klepper;
In-laws, Jack Fleer and wife Martha of Winston Salem, NC, Gene
Unnerstall of Washington, and Donna Fleer of Arkansas; nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
A visitation will be held on Friday, June 12, 2026, from 2-8 p.m. at
Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home. Memorial Mass will begin at 10 a.m.
on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at the St. Francis Borgia Church. Interment
will be in the St. Peter’s Cemetery in Washington. Memorial donations
can be made to the American Legion 218 Women’s Auxiliary.
Arrangements in care of Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home, Washington.
Richard Neal Just
6/10/2026
Richard Neal Just of Washington, MO passed away Monday, June 8, 2026
Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 PM Friday, June 12, 2026 at
Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO
Visitation for 74 year old Richard Just will be held from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM on
Friday, June 12, 2026 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO
A private committal will take place at a later date
He is survived by:
Spouse: Melody Ann Just nee Wells of Washington, MO
Sons: #(1) Rick R. Just (Leslie) of St. Charles, MO
Daughters: #(1) Alisha Koelling (Jason) of Washington, MO
Brothers: # 2)
Sisters: #(3)
Grandchildren: #(4)
Condolences may be sent to the family via our website:
russellcolonialfuneralhome.com
Barbara Shockley
6/10/2026
Barbara Shockley of Rolla, formerly of Owensville, passed away Tuesday, June 9 at Phelps Hospital in Rolla. Funeral services will be Friday, June 12 at 11:00 a.m. at Gottenstroeter Funeral Home in Owensville. Burial will be in Howard Cemetery in Bland.
Visitation for 90 year old Barbara Shockley will be from 9-11am at the funeral home.
She is survived by her daughters, Cindy Wiggins of Rolla and Connie Williams of Owensville; sister, Patricia Lindsay of Fredericktown; and by numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great, great-grandchildren.
Paul Holzschuh
6/9/2026
Paul Holzschuh of Owensville passed away Sunday, June 7th. A Memorial service will be held Friday, June 19 at 11:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church in Owensville.
Visitation for 78 year old Paul Holzschuh will be from 9-11 a.m.at the church.
Survived by daughters, Teresa Schulte and husband Dwayne and Tammy Rowe and husband Bo all of Owensville
Grandchildren: 5
Greats: 6
Jacquelyn Mae Atkins
6/9/2026
Jacquelyn Mae "Jackie" Atkins (nee' Schneider), 86, of Washington, MO passed away Friday, June 05, 2026.
Jackie is survived by her husband, Tom; her daughters, Lorie (Ray) Bonita, Jody (Wes) Fowler, and Tessa (Carl) Stowe; seven grandchildren and one great-granddaughter; her brother, Melvin (Valetta) Schneider; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Visitation for 86-year-old Jackie Atkins will be held from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM on Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO. Funeral services will immediately follow at 5:30 PM at the funeral home with Pastor George Dohm officiating. Burial will be held privately in West Lawn Cemetery in Gering, Nebraska.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Friends of Big Bear Valley in Jackie's name.
The Atkins family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.
Thomas Lee Christie
6/8/2026
Thomas Lee Christie of Owensville passed away Friday, May 29, 2026.
Visitation for 15 year old Thomas Lee Christie will be Monday, June 8, 2026, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Gottenstroeter Chapel in Owensville.
Survived by his mother: Lora L. Butler
Brothers: Dakota Brooks of Sullivan, Seth Wideman of St. Louis, Andrew Wideman of St. Louis, and Tucker Christie of Owensville
Sisters: Kammy Evans Christie of Gerald and Sueann Pearson of St. Louis.
Joyce Pope
6/8/2026
Joyce Pope (nee' Webb), 79, of Union, MO passed away Saturday, June 6, 2026.
She is survived by five children: Cyndi Overschmidt (Bob) of Washington, Susan Pope of Union, Jennifer Pope of Union, Corey Pope of Wentzville, and Haylee Pope of Wentzville; three grandchildren: Dustin, Lauryn, and Corbyn; special friend, Jim Tyler of Ashwell, UK; two brothers: Richard Webb (Jean) of Union and Kevin Webb (Joyce) of Washington; three sisters-in-law: Valerie Broeker (Dale) of Union, Pat Pope of Union, and Caroline Pope of Union; two brothers-in-law: Jack Pope (Sarah) of Union and Gary Tuschhoff of Leslie; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Services will be held privately.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Franklin County Humane Society.
The Pope family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.
Nate Alexander Strange
6/8/2026
Nate Alexander Strange of St. Clair, MO passed away Friday, June 5, 2026
Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday, June 11, 2026 at Connection
Church, St. Clair, MO, 255 Crescent Lake Rd. St. Clair, MO 63077
Visitation for 21 year old Nate Strange will be held from 3:00 to 8:00 PM on
Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home and after 9:00 AM on
Thursday, June 11, 2026 at Connection Church, St. Clair, MO
Burial in Crestview Memorial Park, St. Clair, MO
He is survived by:
Parents: Dan Strange of St. Clair, MO and Brittany Castello (Anthony) of Republic,
MO
Siblings: #(4) Charity Strange of Imperial, MO, Alexia Strange of Sullivan, MO,
Teaghan Strange of St. Clair, MO and Raelynn Castello of Republic, MO
Grandparents: Ronald and Cathey Strange of Lonedell, MO and Tammy Castello
of Mountain View, MO
Memorials: none
Condolences may be sent to the family via our website:
russellcolonialfuneralhome.com
Roman Romie Marquart
6/5/2026
Roman W. "Romie" Marquart, 85, of Washington, MO passed away Wednesday, June 3, 2026.
He is survived by his wife, Linda Marquart (nee' Voss) of Washington; three children: Roman F. "Romie" Marquart of Union, Rebecca "Becky" Marquart of Washington, and Rhonda Lamke and husband Gary of Washington; two grandchildren: Jerome Lamke of St. Louis and Jared Lamke of Beaufort; one sister, Gertrude Katzung and husband Joseph of Washington; two brothers: Frank Marquart and wife Rosemary of Femme Osage and Raymond Marquart and wife Patricia of Washington; three sisters-in-law: Rose Marquart of Washington, Genevieve Marquart of Washington, and Donna Marquart of Washington; brother-in-law, Gerald Voss and wife Angela of Owasso, OK; along with many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Monday, June 8, 2026 at St. Francis Borgia Catholic Church in Washington with Rev. Jeff Maassen officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
Memorial visitation will be held from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Sunday, June 7, 2026 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO. A parish rosary will be prayed at 12:30 PM on Sunday at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Masses or Firetiques.
The Marquart family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.
Janet Petersen
6/4/2026
Janet Petersen (nee' Grace), 82, of Ellisville, MO (formerly of Washington, MO) passed away Tuesday, June 2, 2026.
She is survived by three siblings: Thomas Gillette and wife Pamela of Godfrey, IL, Linda Jaeger and husband John of Kansas City, MO, and Barry Gillette and wife Laura of Union, MO; along with many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, other relatives and friends.
Visitation for 82-year-old Janet Petersen will be held from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Monday, June 8, 2026 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. Funeral services immediately follow at 12:00 PM at Oltmann Funeral Home with Rev. Craig Wehmeyer officiating. Burial will follow services in St. John's Lutheran Cemetery in Beaufort, MO.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Franklin County Humane Society.
The Petersen family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.
Barbara Lynn Maschmann
6/2/2026
Barbara Lynn Maschmann, nee O’Dowd, 74, Washington, passed away Friday, May 29, 2026, in Owensville, Missouri, surrounded by family.
She was born in Jefferson City, Missouri, August 10, 1951, the second of four children and daughter of the late Darrell O’Dowd and wife Rose Mary, nee Patterson. She attended Linn High School, graduating in 1969. On April 25, 1974, Barb was united in marriage to Michael Wayne Maschmann at St. Francis Borgia Church. They were married for 52 years until her passing.
Barb loved cooking, fishing, over-the-top decorating for the holidays, and a good card game. But her passion was family - her children and later in life her grandchildren. Affectionately known as Grammy, she was their biggest fan. Before they reached school age, she and Mike enjoyed caring for all four of them while their parents pursued their careers. And in the years following, she attended countless birthday parties, recitals, concerts, sporting events, livestock shows, and milestone ceremonies. Having such a profound presence and influence in their young lives has given them memories of a lifetime. She leaves behind a legacy of love, support, and unwavering family devotion.
Barb was preceded in death by her parents, and best friend and cousin Pam Hayes. She is survived by her husband, Michael; one son, Edward (Ed) Maschmann and wife Jennifer, Ballwin; one daughter Katharine (Kate) Holdmeyer and husband Ryan, Washington; two brothers, Roger O’Dowd and wife Liz, Linn, and Brad O’Dowd and wife Sherri, New Bloomfield; one sister, Vickie Rackers and husband Ted, Jefferson City; four grandchildren, Brady and Reese Maschmann, and Lily and Reid Holdmeyer; in-laws Vicki (Dan) Maschmann, Julie Maschmann, Tim and Carol Maschmann, all of Washington, and Lisa Hennon, Jefferson City; eleven nieces and nephews, many great-nieces and great-nephews.
Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Tuesday, June 2, at St. Francis Borgia Church, Washington, funeral mass to follow at 11 a.m. Interment will follow at St. Francis Borgia Cemetery.
Memorials are preferred to Exceptional Equestrians of Missouri Valley or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Please remember Barb and her family in your prayers. May she rest in peace.
Rhiannon Rose Zelch
6/2/2026
Rhiannon Rose Zelch of Rosebud, passed away Saturday, May 30, 2026
Funeral services will be Friday, June 5, 2026, at 11 A.M. at Gottenstroeter Chapel in Owensville.
Visitation will begin at 9 to 11 AM at the chapel.
Burial will be at Immaculate Conception Church Cemetery in Owensville.
She is survived by her husband, Caleb Zelch;
parents, Eric Smith and Vicky Crider;
mother-in-law and father-in-law, Emma and Clyde Zelch;
five children, Kasper, Karter, Prezley, Kain, and Avah Zelch;
brothers, Douglas Crider and wife Erica, Jesse Smith, Daniel McNulty and wife Lillian;
sisters, Erica Smith, Brandy Wright, Dianna Chaplin and husband Kyle;
and several nieces and nephews.
Melvin Arthur Flora
6/1/2026
Melvin Arthur Flora of St. Clair, MO passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 PM Friday, May 22, 2026 at
Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO
Visitation for 87 year old Melvin Flora will be held from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM on
Friday, May 22, 2026 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO
A private burial will take place at Midlawn Memorial Gardens, Union, MO
He is survived by:
Spouse: Faith Flora nee Whitworth of St. Clair, MO
Sons: #(1) Larry Flora (Joan) of St. Clair, MO
Daughters: #(2) Debbie Bragg (Clayton) of Washington, MO and Tonya LaCrone
(Troy) of St. Clair, MO
Brothers: #(1)
Grandchildren: #(5)
Great-Grandchildren: #(5)
Memorials: St. Clair Southern Baptist Church
Condolences may be sent to the family via our website:
russellcolonialfuneralhome.com
Paul Thomas Freeman Jr.
6/1/2026
Paul Thomas Freeman, Jr. of Lonedell, MO, departed this life in St. Louis, MO on Thursday, May 28, 2026, having reached the age of sixty-eight years, eight months and fifteen days. Paul was born in Pacific, MO on September 13, 1957, son of Paul Thomas Freeman, Sr. and Rosemary Catherine Freeman nee Dailey. He was united in marriage to Sharon Ann Hillen on September 16, 1995.
Paul is survived by his wife, Sharon Freeman of Lonedell, MO; by two step-sons, Donald J. Copeland and wife, Lillie, of Richwoods, MO and Michael P. Copeland and significant other, Nikki Jackson, of Union, MO; by three brothers-in-law, Larry Hillen and wife, Kris, of St. Louis, MO, Tom Hillen of Brentwood, MO and Bob Hillen and wife, Marilyn, of Alton, IL; by two sisters-in-law, Mary Bowers of St. Louis, MO and Dee Richardson and husband, Jim, of O’Fallon, MO; by five grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, great and great-great-nieces and nephews, cousins and many friends.
Paul was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Rosemary Freeman; by his brother, Joseph Freeman; and by his sister, Suzanne Hollis.
Paul was a Christian of the Catholic faith and member of St. Clare Catholic Church in St. Clair, MO. He was a 4th Degree Knight of the Knights of Columbus Council 4667 of St. Clair, MO. During his working career, Paul was a Laborer for the Laborers Local 110, St. Louis, MO, where he retired after thirty-five years of service. Paul enjoyed spending time at their property at Table Rock Lake, he especially being out on his boat. He also enjoyed working with his tractor. He was a loving and caring person that was very outgoing, and would help anyone and everyone he could. Paul cherished the time she spent with family and especially his grandchildren. The love they shared and many precious memories they created together will be held dear in their hearts forever.
A kind and loving husband, step-father, grandfather, uncle, great and great-great-uncle, cousin and treasured friend, he will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew and loved her.
Visitation will be held from 3:00 to 8:00 PM Tuesday, June 2, 2026 and after 9:00 AM Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home in St. Clair, MO. Funeral mass will be held at 10:00 AM Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at St. Clare Catholic Church in St. Clair, MO, with Father Pete Blake officiating. A private committal will take place at a later date. Masses are preferred.
Brendan Joyce
5/29/2026
Brendan Joyce, 62, of Union, MO passed away Thursday, May 28, 2026.
He is survived by his wife, Sherry Joyce (nee' Gateman) of Union; nine siblings: Dorothy Kelly of Warwick, NY, Priscilla Osewalt of Dunedin, FL, Adrian Joyce and wife Martha of Queens, NY, Genie Von Poppe of Honesdale, PA, Mike Joyce and wife Jennifer of Union, MO, Mary Smith of Kunkletown, PA, Frank Joyce and wife Lin of Shrewsbury, MO, Eileen von Seckendorff and husband Karl of Union, MO, and Monica Marsich and husband Mario of Carmel, NY; mother-in-law, Shirley Gateman of Wayne, NJ; brother-in-law, Cam Gateman and wife Jill of Mendham, NJ; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Graveside services will be held at 8:30 AM on Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at Union City Cemetery in Union, MO.
Memorial visitation will be held from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM on Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at Providence Reformed Presbyterian Church in St. Louis, MO. A memorial services will immediately follow at 11:00 AM with Rev. Jeffrey Meyers officiating.
Memorial donations may be made to the Deacon's Fund at Providence Reformed Presbyterian Church or Unity Hospice and Palliative Care (checks payable to Unity Hospice Foundation).
The Joyce family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.
Joseph Esslinger
5/28/2026
Joseph Esslinger, 81, of Union, MO passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2026.
He is survived by his son, Benjamin Esslinger and wife Diana of Union; five grandchildren, Ryan Esslinger (Marissa), Anthony Esslinger, Briana Leu (Kevin), Mitchell Luker, and Abbiegail Luker; two great-grandchildren, Charlotte "Charlie" Leu and Wesley Leu; special niece, Joanna Arneson of Union and her children Noah, Brady, and Eden Arneson; along with other relatives and friends.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Union, MO with Rev. Peter Blake officiating. Full military honors will immediately follow. Burial will be held privately in the Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery in St. Louis.
Visitation for 81-year-old Joseph Esslinger will be held from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Monday, June 1, 2026 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union. A parish rosary will be prayed at 3:45 PM on Monday at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Masses.
The Esslinger family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.
Leona Jacquin
5/27/2026
Leona Jacquin (nee' Spaunhorst), 91, of Krakow passed away Sunday, May 24, 2026.
She is survived by her husband, Harvey Jacquin of Krakow; three children: Joyce Pollock-Loughman and husband Bob of New Haven, Dale Jacquin and wife Donna of Washington, and Tim Jacquin of Norwood, MN; seven grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild; one brother, Jerome Spaunhorst and wife Ruth of Washington; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 AM on Friday, May 29, 2026 at St. Gertrude Catholic Church in Krakow with Rev. James Holbrook officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
Visitation for 91-year-old Leona Jacquin will be held from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Thursday, May 28, 2026 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO. A parish rosary will be held at 3:30 PM on Thursday at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Gertrude School, St. Vincent de Paul Society, or Masses.
The Jacquin family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.
Gerald Ray Novel
5/27/2026
Gerald Ray "Pops" Novel, 82, of Union, MO passed away Thursday, May 21, 2026.
He is survived by his wife Sandra Novel of Union; their three children, Brenda Noelke and husband Doug of Union, Michael Novel and wife Samah of Springfield, IL, and Joseph Novel of Union; three grandchildren, Marissa Novel, Olivia Gatewood and husband Brandon, and Sarah Novel; sister-in-law, Beverly Shobe of Lawson, MO; brother-in-law, John Calhoun of Hannibal; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Memorial visitation for 82-year-old Ray "Pops" Novel will be held from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. Interment will be held privately.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Mercy South de Greeff Hospice House (checks payable to Mercy Health Foundation South).
The Novel family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.