Local Obituaries


Frances Meade
5/16/2025
Frances P. Meade, 91, of Washington, passed away on May 14, 2025. Mrs. Meade, daughter of the late Frank Marquart and Rose nee Schmitt, was born on August 3, 1933, in Washington. She received her education from St. Gertrude’s Grade School. On August 3, 1963, she was united in marriage to Melvin Meade at the St. Gertrude’s Church in Krakow. Frances had a passion for sewing and embroidery, creating intricate patterns that adorned her home and delighted her family. Her love for gardening was equally profound, and she took great joy in tending to her flowers, ensuring they bloomed vibrantly each season. Frances was known as a devoted caregiver, always ready to help those in need with a kind heart and a gentle touch. Her love for animals was undeniable, and she often found solace in their companionship. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Melvin Meade; son, James Meade(infancy); siblings, Alverna Marquart, Ralph Marquart, Wilfred Marquart, MaryAnn Kraft, Leola Mantle, Lillian Nieder, Alfred Marquart, and John Marquart; in-laws, Catherine Marquart, Martin Kraft, Charles Mantle, Jerome Nieder, and John Dobsch. Among her survivors are her siblings, Gertrude Katzung and husband Joseph of Krakow, Frank Marquart and wife Rosemary of Femme Osage, MO, Roman Marquart and wife Linda of Washington, Raymond Marquart and wife Patricia of Washington, and Edward Marquart and wife Donna of Krakow; sister-in-laws, Rose Marquart, Genevieve Marquart, and Mindy McDaris; loved ones and friends. A visitation will be held on Monday, May 19, 2025, from 9-10:30 a.m. at Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 11 a.m. on Monday, May 19, 2025, at the St. Francis Borgia Church. Interment will be in the St. Francis Borgia Cemetery. Memorial donations can be made to the St. Francis Borgia Church or the Grandview Healthcare Center Activity Fund.

Don Bess
5/16/2025
Don Bess, 90, of Union, MO passed away Wednesday, May 14, 2025. He is survived by one son, David Bess and wife Clara of Pacific; two daughters: Elizabeth Wade and husband David of Union and Aimee Domash and husband Ken of Creve Coeur; five grandchildren: Sara Van Egtern (Trenton), Jacob Wade, Hailee Wilson (Curtis), Garrett Domash, and Evan Domash; sister-in-law, Marilyn Mecey and husband Lawrence of St. Charles; four brothers-in-law: Mike Manion and wife Mary, Jim Manion, John Manion, and Kevin Manion and wife Annette, all of Park Hills; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives, friends, and dear friends from the Union Community Center. Visitation for 90-year-old Don Bess will be held from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Monday, May 19, 2025 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. Funeral services will immediately follow at 7:00 PM on Monday, May 19, 2025 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union. Burial with full military honors will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at Doe Run Memorial Cemetery in Doe Run, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Union Community Center. The Bess family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

Dr. George Bernard Peters
5/15/2025
Dr. George Bernard Peters, 93, of Washington, MO passed away on May 13, 2025. He is survived by two children, Nancy Thater (husband Jeff Thater) and Bruce Peters; three grandchildren, Jared Thater, Alicia Thater (significant other Sean Henry) and Shianne Peters (fiancé Jack Crain), his sister Donna Rorher, sister-in-law Linda Reasoner, brother-in-law Richard Kitt and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Sunday, May 18, 2025 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 31, 2025 at the Pottsville Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church in Pottsville, AR. Burial with full military honors will follow in Pisgah Cemetery in Pottsville, AR. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are requested to the Friends of Wolfner Talking Book and Braille Library or a charitable organization of your choice. The Peters family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.

Donald Piontek
5/14/2025
Donald J. Piontek, 92, of Washington, passed away on May 11, 2025. Donald, son of the late John Piontek and Elizabeth nee Aholt, was born on July 16, 1932, in Washington. He received his education from St. Peter’s Grade School and St. Francis Borgia High School. On October 12, 1957, he was united in marriage to Lucille Patke at St. John’s Gildehaus Church in Villa Ridge. Mr. Piontek served his country honorably as a member of the United States Army in Korea. He was a member of the VFW Post 2661, 4th Degree Knights of Columbus 1121, and the St. Francis Borgia Church. Mr. Piontek was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Lucille Piontek; mother and father-in-law, Philomena and August Patke; siblings, Francis “Jim” Piontek and wife Marie “Rickie”, Lawrence Piontek and wife Sally, Mary Piontek, Rita Skornia and husband Joseph, Robert Piontek, Laverna Piontek, John Piontek and wife Joan, Leonard Piontek and wife Gerry; in-laws, Joe Patke and wife Helen, Al Patke and wife Ethel, Clarence Patke and wife Joan, Francis Loepker and husband Ervin, Rich Eckelkamp, and Joe Voss. Among his survivors are his children, Donna Hagedorn and husband Steve of Union, Darrell Piontek and wife Shari of Washington, Allan Piontek and wife Tricia of Washington, and Dale Piontek and wife Missy of Washington; eleven grandchildren, Jimmy Maniaci and wife Molly, Melissa Caruso and husband Mike, Shannon Gray and husband Tim, Aaron Piontek and wife Abby, Nicole Brueggenjohann and husband Steve, Holly Wunderlich and husband Dale, Sydney Jedding and husband Daniel, Sam Piontek and fiance Blair, Jack Piontek and fiance Breanna, Maddie Leslie and husband Trent, and Drew Piontek; fifteen great-grandchildren; other relatives, and many friends. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 14, 2025 from 4-7 p.m. at Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home. Parish and KC Rosary will be held at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 10 a.m. on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at St. Francis Borgia Church. Interment with full military honors will be at the St. Francis Borgia Cemetery. Memorial donations can be made to the Pregnancy Assistance Center or St. Francis Borgia High School.

Milton Hurt
5/14/2025
Milton M. Hurt,99, of Villa Ridge, passed away on May 11, 2025. Milton, son of the late Virgil Hurt and Marie nee Kandlbinder, was born on July 11, 1925, in St. Clair. He received his education from Washington High School. On August 10, 1947, he was united in marriage to Virginia Fennessey at the Labadie Methodist Church. Mr. Hurt served his country honorably as a member of the United States Navy and was a proud member of the American Legion Post in Labadie where he served as Chaplain for many years. Milton found great joy in playing golf, often challenging himself on the greens and forming lasting friendships along the way. His passion for travel led him to explore far-flung destinations, immersing himself in the beauty and culture of different places. At home, he cherished the simple pleasure of reading the daily newspaper, keeping himself informed and engaged with the world around him. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Virginia Hurt; sister, Helen Eckelkamp and husband Woody; sister-in-law, Margaret Thornhill and husband John and brother-in-law, John Fennessey. Among his survivors are his children, Carl D. Hurt and wife Marnette of Pacific, Christine Hogan of Washington, and Glenn Hurt of Villa Ridge; six grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, other relatives, and friends. Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 15, 2025, from 9-11 a.m. at Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home, with a funeral service beginning at 11 a.m. Interment with full military honors will be held at the Bethel Cemetery in Labadie. Memorial donations can be made to the Shriners Hospital for Children-St. Louis or St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

Genevieve Garbs
5/13/2025
Genevieve ‘Jenny” Garbs (nee Alfermann), 90, of Washington, Missouri, passed away surrounded by her children on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Genevieve, daughter of the late Rudolph Alfermann and Clara nee Poepsel, was born on June 1, 1934, in Washington. She received her education from St. Francis Borgia Grade School and High School. On May 29, 1954, she was united in marriage to Gustave J. Garbs, Jr. at St. Francis Borgia Church in Washington. Their marriage was blessed with ten children. Jenny lived most of her life within a one-mile radius of her childhood home on High Street. In 1960, Gus and Jen built a home on James Street and became the newest addition to a street full of young families, including two of her childhood friends from her High Street neighborhood. For the next several decades, James Street would become a neighborhood full of friends, family, and fun - the perfect place to raise families side by side and create many special lifelong memories. Jenny devoted her life to her husband and family, loved being a supportive wife to Gus, and caring for her children and grandchildren. She made her home a place of laughter and fun, where life skills and faith lessons were learned and lived. She taught by example, especially in her care of Claudia, the virtues of love, patience, humility, and kindness. She loved making her children’s birthdays special with favorite meals, desserts, and a decorated bulletin board. Holidays were celebrated throughout the year with music, food, decorations, and lots of family and friends present. She shared her love of singing and taught her children to sing old-time favorites and church hymns in harmony. She was excellent at creating a pot of soup out of little, baking up bread for family and parish meals, putting up jellies, pickles, and tomato juice, and creating dishes from the vegetables grown in Gus’s garden. Jenny enjoyed being part of a card club with dear friends that met during the early years of their marriage. She loved sewing, puzzles, and was passionate about reading. Jenny was known for her quick wit and sense of humor. For several decades, she managed their home photography business, Garbs Photo, enjoying the chance to meet and become friends with those they served. After their retirement, she became Gus’ co-pilot as they travelled across the country and abroad. Her dream of seeing the Vatican and the Holy Land became a reality as she, Gus, and many of her parish friends made the trips with Monsignor Jack as host. Jenny was a lifelong parishioner at St. Francis Borgia Parish and lived her Catholic faith prayerfully and joyfully. She had a deep love of Scripture and served as Lector for many, many years. She shared bible studies with parish friends and enjoyed talking about her faith and her excitement to see Heaven. Among her survivors are her beloved husband of 70 years, Gustave Garbs, of Washington; children, Cynthia Philipp and husband Dale of Washington, Cookie Garbs of Kansas City, Niecey Edwards of Washington, Steve Garbs and wife Debbie of Blue Springs, Lori Geise and husband Terry of Shawnee, Kansas; Marlys Wilcox and husband Brian of Sullivan, Claudia Garbs of Higginsville; and Spencer Garbs and wife Cheryl of Greenville, Illinois; daughter-in-law Lori Garbs of Washington; twenty-five grandchildren: Nate Philipp, Liz Brueggemann, Meghan Boland, Eva Philipp, Amanda Mires, Justin Edwards, John Edwards, Leigh Garbs, Jordan Garbs, Louise Garbs, Andrew Geise, Aaron Geise, Adam Geise, Austin Geise, AnnMarie Geise, Heidi Ahmed, Lydia Stack, Clark Wilcox, Madeline Wilcox, Emily Huddleston, Nick Dyson; Morgan VanLeer, Erika Goodman, Zach Garbs, and Olivia Garbs; twenty-eight great-grandchildren and one great-great- grandchild; one brother, Dennis Alfermann and wife Barb of Washington; and one sister, Kathleen Eikermann and husband Don of McKinney, Texas; brother-in-law Francis “Hank” Garbs of Washington; sister-in-law Marita Garbs of Washington; along with many nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. Genevieve was preceded in death by her parents, Rudolph & Clara Alfermann; her children, Diane Garbs and Roger Garbs; her siblings, Rose & husband Roy Miller, Francis “Sonny” & wife Mary Alice Alfermann; Annie and husband Wayne Schriewer, and Richard Alfermann; nephews Brian Schriewer and Rick Alfermann, and niece Tammy Mahnesmith; her in-laws: Mary Holt, Eugene Garbs, Helen Kandlbinder, Ervin Garbs, Theon Garbs, Theresa Mohesky, Lillian Bockover, Bertha Becker, Bob Garbs. Visitation for Genevieve Garbs will be on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, from 4:00 – 7:00 pm at Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home. A parish rosary will be at 3:30 pm at the funeral home. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at 11:00 am at St. Francis Borgia Church, Washington, Missouri, with Reverend Tim Henderson officiating. Burial will be held privately in the church cemetery. Donations in Jenny’s memory may be made to St. Francis Borgia Grade School or St. Francis Borgia High School. Arrangements in care of Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home, Washington, Missouri.

Dakota Roberts
5/13/2025
Dakota Roberts, 22, of St. Clair, MO passed away Monday, May 5, 2025. He is survived by his fiancée, Raven Dotterweich of St. Clair; two children, Desmond and Dani Roberts of St. Clair; his mother, Malinda DeClue and husband Shane of Grubville; three sisters: Hailey Roberts and fiancé Tyler Griffy of Dittmer, Delaney Fennessey of Union, and Karma DeClue of Grubville; two brothers: Josh Roberts and significant other Ashtyn Bellinger of Union and Brendon Hedrick of Grubville; along with other relatives and friends. A final ride and celebration of life will be held from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Sunday, May 18, 2025 in the upper level of the American Legion Post 347 in St. Clair, MO. Interment will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the family (checks payable to Raven Dotterweich). The Roberts family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

Ronald Elbert
5/13/2025
Ronald J. Elbert,89, of Dutzow, passed away on May 2, 2025. Mr. Elbert, son of the late Joseph Elbert and Eleanor nee Toben, was born on April 29, 1936, in Washington. He received his education from St. Francis Borgia High School where he was class president. Ron worked for Krakow Dairy, Toms Cab, Owner of Ronnie’s Drive In, Taylor Made Suits, Elbert Pontiac, Buick, GMC, and Ron Elbert Motor Company. He was a member of the Washington Boat Club, SEA Scout Leader, Borgia’s Youth Council, Parish Council, Archdiocese Council of St. Louis, Washington Historical Preservation, Society of St. Joseph, and 60 year member of the St. Francis Borgia Choir. Ron loved a good canoe and going fishing with his brother. He enjoyed having a carpenter tool in his hand with Jaun by his side. His passion was restoring old buildings and having a cold gin and tonic on a hot day. He loved people of all walks of life. Ron was direct, loyal, and most of all his word was gold. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Eunice Elbert; life partner, Ann Buckman, and sister Betty Schonhoff and husband Jerome. Among his survivors are his children, Brian Elbert, Christine Elbert, and Matthew Elbert and significant other, Kimberly Dewitt; brother, Harley Elbert and wife Marlene; grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren; special friends, Jaun Canede, Ed Mroz, and Patches; loved ones and friends. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 14, 2025 from 9-10:30 a.m. at Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home. Memorial Mass will be held on Tuesday, May 14, 2025, at 11 a.m. at St. Francis Borgia Church. Memorial donations can be made to the Washington Historical Preservation or Missouri Dept. of Conservation.

Katherine Mary Angell
5/12/2025
Katherine Mary Angell of Gerald, Mo., passed away Friday, May 9, 2025. Visitation for 76 year old Katherine Mary Angell will be 9 to 11 a.m. Tues., May 13 at Gottenstroeter Chapel in Owensville. Funeral services will follow at 11:00 a.m. at the chapel. Burial will be at Howard Cemetery in Bland, Missouri. Her survivors include: her sons, John Steven Angell and wife Linda of New Haven, Rodney Angell and wife Christy of Rosebud, Bryan Angell and wife Kim of Owensville, Alan Angell and wife Mary of Rosebud, and Ryan Angell and wife Keri of Gerald; and thirteen grandchildren and twenty-six great-grandchildren.

Timothy Wayne Ahal
5/12/2025
Timothy Wayne Ahal of Sullivan, MO passed away April 26, 2025 The family of 65 year old Timothy Ahal was served by Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO A celebrataion of life will be held from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM, Saturday, May 17, 2025 at the Russell A Schmitt VFW Post 3987, Sullivan, MO He is survived by: Daughters: #(1) Dina Ahal (fiancé, Derk Varner) Best friend: Kevin Krug Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com


5/12/2025
Frank Fazzari, 93, of Washington, Missouri passed away on May 9, 2025. Frank, the son of the late Joe (Giuseppe) and Pauline (Pasqualina) Fazzari, was born in Racine, Wisconsin and graduated from Horlick High School where he was named a Graduate of Distinction in 2004. Frank received a degree in metallurgical engineering from the University of Cincinnati and launched a distinguished career in the foundry industry. He retired as president and chairman emeritus of Gartland Foundry of Terre Haute, Indiana in 1995, and remained active in foundry leadership throughout his life. On October 16, 1954, Frank married his wife of 65 years Virginia (Ginny) Schulze. They enjoyed a long retirement with a community of family and friends at their lake home, a deep commitment to their church, active participation in Neighbors United – Undoing Racism, and travel around the world. Frank loved golf, a passion he passed on to his grandsons. He is survived by his children, Steven Fazzari and wife Jasmine of St. Louis, and Nancy Stelmachowicz and husband Greg of St. Louis; grandchildren, Renee Fazzari, Anthony Fazzari and wife Maille Faughnan, Evan Stelmachowicz, Noah Stelmachowicz; and great grandchildren, Westen and Sierra Szabo. A gathering to meet the family will be held at Zion United Church of Christ, 115 S Washington Ave, Union, MO on Saturday, May 17 at 10:15 a.m. followed by a memorial service at 11:00 a.m. Memorials in lieu of flowers may be made to Life's River Transitional Housing Program in Washington. Arrangements in care of Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home in Washington.

Carolyn Eleanor Kandlbinder
5/9/2025
Carolyn Eleanor Kandlbinder,76, of Washington, passed away on May 3, 2025. Mrs. Kandlbinder, daughter of the late Daniel Brandt and Florence nee Sullentrup, was born on June 18, 1948, in Washington. She received her education from St. Francis Borgia High School. On May 29, 1971, she was united in marriage to Robert Kandlbinder at St. Francis Borgia Church. Carolyn loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She enjoyed reading, celebrating holidays with her family, and taking vacations to the zoo connecting with the animals, especially at the aquarium. Carolyn loved being with her cats, Diamond, Bella, and Stretch. Mrs. Kandlbinder was a very compassionate person and was the Montessori School After School Caretaker for over 15 years. She was always generous with individuals and charitable organizations. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Robert Kandlbinder; siblings, Ervin Brandt, Richard Brandt, and Shirley Brandt; sister-in-laws, Carolyn Brandt, Sharon Brandt, Alice DeBrock, and Elaine Voss, and brother-in-laws, Jim Kandlbinder, Leo Kandlbinder, and Francis “Red” Voss. Among her survivors are her children, Sonya Jones and husband J.R. of Washington, Jennifer Williams and husband Jay of Washington, Clinton Kandlbinder of Leander, TX, and Matthew Kandlbinder and wife Christen of Springfield, MO; two siblings, Roland Brandt of Washington and Ruth Brandt of Branson; grandchildren, Andrew Jones of Washington, Alecia Jones and husband Travis Hayes of Washington, Joseph Williams of Union, Matthew Williams and wife Hannah of Washington, Michael Williams of Washington, Rachel Williams of Washington, Paul Williams of Washington, and Lincoln Kandlbinder of Springfield, MO; two great-grandchildren, Eleanor and Theoden; In-laws, Joyce Kandlbinder, Marilyn Kandlbinder, Don Kandlbinder and wife Suzanne, Richard Kandlbinder and wife Judy, and Joseph Kandlbinder and wife Claudia; nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends. A visitation will be held on Thursday, May 15, 2025, from 4-7 p.m. at Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 10 a.m. on Friday, May 16, 2025, at Our Lady of Lourdes Church. Interment will be in the St. Francis Borgia Cemetery. Memorial donations can be made to the Franklin County Humane Society or the American Heart Association.

Mary Anna Reger
5/8/2025
Mary Anna Reger nee Grim of Sullivan, MO passed away Sunday, May 4, 2025 Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, May 17, 2025 at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, St. Clair, MO A private inurnment will take place at a later date in St. Clair United Methodist Cemetery, St. Clair, MO She is survived by: Sons: #(1) Bill Reger, Jr. (Nancy) of Sullivan, MO Grandchildren: #(7) Great-Grandchildren: #(13 ) Great-great-grandchild: #(1) Memorials: Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, St. Clair, MO Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com

Stefanie DeAnda
5/8/2025
Stefanie DeAnda (nee' Struckhoff), 47, of Augusta, MO passed away Monday, May 5, 2025. She is survived by her husband, Joe DeAnda of Augusta; one son, Joseph "J.C." DeAnda of Augusta; her father, Bob Struckhoff of Augusta; mother-in-law, Sharon Flanagan of San Diego, CA; three siblings: Rob Struckhoff and wife Angela of Augusta, Cori Haberberger and husband Bernie of Marthasville, and Brian Struckhoff of Washington; five siblings-in-law: Wendy Flanagan of TX, Rick DeAnda of CO, Krystal DeAnda of CO, Amanda Austin of CO, and Josh Austin and wife Cassie of Washington, MO; nephews and nieces: Owen Struckhoff, Sydney Haberberger, Avery Struckhoff, Soyeur Haberberger, and Case Struckhoff; along with other relatives and many dear friends. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Augusta, MO with Rev. Dennis Doyle officiating. Interment will be held privately. Visitation for 47-year-old Stefanie DeAnda will be held from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Monday, May 12, 2025 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO. A parish rosary will be held at 3:45 PM on Monday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to J.C. DeAnda's Education Fund (checks payable to Joe DeAnda). The DeAnda family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.

Joyce Ruth Gregory
5/8/2025
Joyce Ruth Gregory (nee' Hill), 81, of Union, MO passed away Saturday, May 3, 2025. She is survived by one daughter, Amber Sproles of TX; one son, Jesse Gregory and wife Hope of TX; special nephew, Justin Gregory and wife Angie of Rosebud, MO; one brother, Robert Hill and wife Bobbie of IL; sister-in-law, Debra Hill of IL; three brothers-in-law: George Gregory and wife Debbie of KY, Warren Gregory and wife Peggy of Union, MO, and Gary Gregory and wife Robbie of TX; along with many grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held privately. Interment will be held privately in the family cemetery in Potosi, MO. The Gregory family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

Mae Parker
5/8/2025
Mae Parker (nee' Carney), 90, of Union, MO passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2025. She is survived by two daughters: Melanie Redhage of Union and Dawn Toelke and husband Greg of Union; three sons: Andy Parker and wife Tracy of Union, Steven Parker and wife Brenda of Leslie, and Kelly Parker and wife Alicia of Union; one sister, Juanita June Gauthier of Wausau, WI; 17 grandchildren and 4 step-grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren and 9 step-great-grandchildren; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, May 9, 2025 at First Baptist Church of Union with Pastor Chris Fusco officiating. Burial will follow in Midlawn Memorial Gardens in Union, MO. Visitation for 90-year-old Mae Parker will be held from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Thursday, May 8, 2025 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Union Food Pantry. The Parker family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

Kenyon DeWayne Ray
5/7/2025
Kenyon DeWayne Ray, known to most as “Kenney” of St. Clair, MO passed away Monday, May 5, 2025 Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, May 10, 2025 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Visitation for 70 year old Kenny will be held from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM on Saturday, May 10, 2025 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO A private committal will take place at a later date He is survived by: Spouse: Sandra Lee Ray nee Holliday of St. Clair, MO Daughters: #(3) Brandie Angel and husband, Bill, of Waynesville, MO, Shannon Geiger and husband, Matt, of Washington, MO and Amanda Gerber and husband, Scott, of St. Clair, MO Brothers: #(2) Sisters: #(2) Grandchildren: #(8) Great-Grandchildren: #(4) and 1 on the way Memorials: May be made to the family. Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com

Jerome Nonn
5/5/2025
Jerome Nonn, 89, of union, MO passed away on Friday, May 2, 2025. He I survived by his God Sons, Bil Barns and wife Donna of St. Clair, MO and Mike Barns and wife Shelly of St. Clair, MO, along with other relative and friends. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, May 6,2025 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. Burial will follow in Union City Cemetery. Visitation for 89-year-old Jerome Nonn will be held from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM on Tuesday, May 6,2025 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. The Nonn family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

Doris Janis
5/5/2025
Doris Janis, 89, of Union, MO passed away Thursday, May 1, 2025. She is survived by one son, Todd Janish and wife Brenda of Beaufort, MO; one daughter, Kris Elliott and husband Rick of Union, MO; five grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; Sister-in-law, Shirley Thompson of Wildwood, MO; one brother, Ivon Thompson of St. Louis, MO, along with other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM on Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at St. John’s Mantels Church in Washington, MO. Burial will follow in the church Cemetery. Visitation for 89-year-old Doris Janish will be held from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Monday, May 5, 2025 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. John’s Mantle Church. The Janish family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

Betty Jean Brinkmann
5/5/2025
Betty “Jean” Brinkmann, 85, of Villa Ridge, MO passed away on Thursday, May 1, 2025. She is survived by five sons: Dennis Brinkmann and wife Marsha of Villa Ridge, MO, Tom Brinkmann of Villa Ridge, Mo, Bill Brinkmann of Villa Ridge, MO, Glenn Brinkmann and wife Jennifer of Villa Ridge, MO and Jeff Brinkmann and wife Megan of Washington, MO; three daughters: Diane Eckelkamp and husband Dale of Washington, Mo, Donna Burt and husband Brad of Labadie, MO, and Lisa Delmain and husband Jeff of Villa Ridge, MO; fourteen grandchildren; fifteen great-grandchildren; three sisters: Rita Laboube of Washington, MO, Bernice Noelker and husband Tom of Washington, MO and Mary Schuhmacher and husband John of Washington, MO; sister-in-law, Davelene Huellinghoff of Union, Mo, along with other relatives and friends. Funeral Mass was celebrated at 10:00 AM on Monday, May 5, 2025 at St. Mary of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Villa Ridge, Mo with Rev. Alexander Nord officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery. Visitation for 85 year old Betty Jean Brinkmann will be Sunday, May 4,2025 from 2:00 Pm to 5:00 PM at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. A parish rosary will be prayed at 1:45 PM on Sunday at the funeral home In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Masses or Ladies Altar Society. The Brinkmann family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

Robert Eugene Weatherford
5/2/2025
Robert Eugene Weatherford of Owensville, MO passed away Wednesday, April 30, 2025 Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, May 3, 2025 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Visitation for 92 year old Robert Weatherford will be held from 10:00 to 11:00 AM on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Burial in United Methodist Cemetery, St. Clair, MO He is survived by: Spouse: Kathleen Stroisch-Weatherford nee Hagen of Owensville, MO Daughters: #(5) Wendy Morton (James) of Chesterfield, MO, Lee Ann Garbs of Owensville, MO, Lori Schaumburg of Washington, MO, Deborah Thomas (Thomas) of Owensville, MO and Bobbie Noelker (Bill) of New Haven, MO Grandchildren: #(13) Great-Grandchildren: #(16 with two on the way) Memorials: St. Clair United Methodist Church Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com

Carol Ann Ben
5/2/2025
Carol Ann Bean (nee' Kohring), 82, of Union, MO passed away Wednesday, April 20, 2025. She is survived by her husband Wayne Bean of Union; one daughter, Valerie Jankowski and husband David of Villa Ridge; one son, David Bean of Union; two grandchildren, Brynn and Peter Jankowski; one brother, Gary Kohring and wife Tish; along with other relatives and friends. Memorial visitation for 82-year-old Carol Bean will be held from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM on Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at Zion United Church of Christ in Union, MO. A memorial service will immediately follow at 11:00 AM on Wednesday at Zion UCC with Rev. Nicholas Knoblauch officiating. Interment will be held privately in Zion UCC Cemetery in Union, MO. The Bean family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

Beverly Jean Elliot
5/2/2025
Beverly Jean Elliott (nee' Tyson), 91, of Union, MO (formerly of Lady Lake, FL and Algonquin, IL), passed away Saturday, April 26, 2025. She is survived by one son, Michael Elliott and wife Lynne; two daughters: Terri Dawson and husband James and Cathy Terry Hoppe and husband Steve; seven grandchildren, nineteen great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren; two sisters: Donna Schaeffer and JoAnn Marshall; along with many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Funeral services will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Zion UCC, or the charity of your choice. The Elliot Family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

Violet Mauntel
5/1/2025
Violet "Vi" Mauntel (nee' Owens), 96, of Washington, MO passed away Tuesday, April 29, 2025. She is survived by two daughters: Judy Schwentker and husband Rick of Marthasville and Terri Hecktor of Washington; one son, Jim Mauntel and wife Stacey of Farmington; 6 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren; along with other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO. Burial will follow in St. Francis Borgia Catholic Cemetery. Visitation for 96-year-old Violet Mauntel will be held from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Monday, May 5, 2025 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Franklin County Humane Society. The Mauntel family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.

Gilbert Baumker
4/30/2025
Gilbert A. Baumker, 86, of Washington, passed away on April 25, 2025. Mr. Baumker, son of the late Anthony Baumker and Johanna nee Mueller, was born on October 25, 1938, in Washington. He received his education from St. Francis Borgia High School and Southeast Missouri State University. On September 9, 1967, he was united in marriage to Marjorie Wilde at St. Lawrence Catholic Church in St. Elizabeth, MO. Gil was a loving husband, father, grandfather, teammate, hunter and role model for many. He was devoted to his wife Marge, and their four children and 10 grandchildren. He was always there to support, cheer and offer encouraging words to them in sports games, school events and Mass participation. Gil enjoyed spending his time surrounded by family, especially family vacations to Destin FL, watching a Cardinals baseball game, and working outdoors around home and farm. Gil was a gifted athlete, excelling in baseball and basketball at St. Francis Borgia high school. He participated in many sports throughout his lifetime but is most known for his baseball career as “bomber Baumker”. He played for the Chicago Cubs minor league. He met the love of his life, Margie Baumker , on a blind date at a Cardinals game that lasted 14 innings. For many years he played for the Washington Buds baseball team and enjoyed many basketball games as a Dill Plumbing Plungers basketball player. Besides being a talented athlete, Gil was an avid hunter. He went hunting out west for 18 years straight in the Colorado mountains. He loved nature and could name almost every animal he saw, and birds just by sound. He had a natural talent of painting and created some beautiful nature paintings. Gil’s love and compassion for his family shined through him every day. He leaves great memories and a strong legacy behind. He will be greatly missed. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Will Baumker; two brother-in-laws, Jerry Wilde and Robert Wilde, and sister-in-law, Rosemary Holtmeyer. Among his survivors are his wife, Marjorie Baumker of Washington; four children, Michele Batson of Washington, Stacey Homyk and husband Chris of Washington, Kelly Renkemeyer and husband Joe of Washington, and Ryan Baumker and wife Jodi of Washington; sister, Louise Leger of Washington; ten grandchildren, Zachary, Lynsey, Eli, Elizabeth, Lydia, Ethan, Lauren, Heidi, Harriet, and Beau; In-laws, Mille Voss, Gene Wilde and wife Mary Jo, Ronald Wilde, Carlene Bax and husband Dan, and Lorraine Wiggins and husband Roger; loved ones and friends. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at 11:30 a.m. at St. Gertrude’s Church in Krakow. Interment will be in the church cemetery. A celebration of life and meal will follow in the St Gertrude’s cafeteria. Memorial donations can be made to All Abilities Athletics. Arrangements in care of Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home, Washington.

Waneta Tometie
4/30/2025
Waneta Tometie of Owensville passed away Monday, April 28. Memorial services will be Friday, May 2 at 7:00 p.m. at Gottenstroeter Chapel in Owensville. Cremains will be interred in Owensville City Cemetery. Visitation for 95 year old Waneta Tometie will be Friday, from 4-7 p.m. at the Chapel. She is survived by numerous nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews and great, great-nieces and nephews.

Jerome Leiweke
4/30/2025
Jerome Leiweke of Labadie passed away Monday, April 28. A Memorial service will be held Saturday, May 3 at 11:00 a.m. at First Assembly of God Church in Owensville. His body was donated to science. Visitation for 91 year old Jerome Leiweke will be from 10-11 a.m. at the church. He is survived by his wife, Carol of their home; children, Debbie Williams and husband Bill of Owensville, Mark Leiweke and wife Joy of Raytown, Richard Leiweke and wife Denise of Gerald and Irene Hollandsworth and husband Tim of Linn

Kenneth Mack Brison
4/30/2025
Kenneth Mack Brison, I of Florissant, MO passed away Saturday, April 26, 2025 Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM Friday, May 2, 2025 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Visitation for 59 year old Kenneth Brison, I will be held from 4:00 to 8:00 PM on Thursday, May 1, 2025 and after 9:00 AM on Friday, May 2, 2025 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Burial in Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Robertsville, MO He is survived by: Spouse: Sharon Brison nee Betts of Florissant, MO Mother: Rosie Brison nee Generally of Robertsville, MO Parents-in-law: Cheryl Betts-Gill (Leroy) of Florissant, MO Sons: #(3) Kenny Brison, II, Billy Brison and Johnny Brison, all of Florissant, MO Daughters: #(2)Elizabeth Hamilton (LaMonte) of Berkley, MO and Katie Brison of Rockton, IL Brothers: #(2) Grandchildren: #(3) Memorials: May be made to the family Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com

Rhonda Mae Bartel
4/30/2025
Rhonda Mae Bartel nee Ham of St. Clair, MO passed away Sunday, April 27, 2025 Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM Monday, May 5, 2025 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Visitation for 73 year old Rhonda Bartel will be held from 3:00 to 8:00 PM on Sunday, May 4, 2025 and after 9:00 AM on Monday, May 5, 2025 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Burial in Midlawn Memorial Gardens, Union, MO She is survived by: Sons: #(2) Matthew Bartel (Amber) of Pacific, MO and Grant Bartel (Kayla) of Washington, MO Brothers: #(1) Sisters: #(1) Grandchildren: #(5) Memorials: May be made to the Campus Crusade for Christ Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com

Jacqueline Miller
4/29/2025
Jacqueline "Jackie" Miller (nee' Pfeffer), 93, of Washington, MO passed away Friday, April 25, 2025. She is survived by her husband, Bill Miller Sr. of Washington; one son, Bill Miller Jr. and wife Anne of St. Louis; four daughters: Patricia Miller-O'Donnell and husband Jim of St. Louis, Molly Miller of St. Louis, Susan Warden and husband Doug of Washington, and Jeanne Wood and husband Mike of Washington; ten grandchildren and one great-grandchild; along with other relatives and friends. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 1:00 PM on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at St. Francis Borgia Catholic Church in Washington, MO with Rev. Jeff Maassen officiating. Burial will be held privately in the church cemetery. Visitation for 93-year-old Jackie Miller will be held from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Friday, May 2, 2025 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO. A parish rosary will be held at 3:45 PM on Friday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Nerinx Hall High School or St. Louis University. The Miller family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.

Robert Soetebier
4/28/2025
Robert John Soetebier, 43, of St. Louis, MO passed away Friday, April 25, 2025. He is survived by his parents, David and Sandra (nee' Kuehn) Soetebier of St. Louis; one brother, Michael Soetebier and wife Sarah of Leslie, MO; along with aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. Burial will follow in Zion UCC Cemetery. Visitation for 43-year-old Rob Soetebier will be held from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Monday, April 28, 2025 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made the National Alliance for Mental Illness (NAMI). The Soetebier family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

Larry Gene Elfrank
4/28/2025
Larry Gene Elfrank of St. Clair, MO passed away Tuesday, April 22, 2025 Funeral Services will be held at 3:00PAM Monday, April 28, 2025 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Visitation for 76 year old Larry Elfrank will be held from 12:00 to 3:00 PM on Monday, April 28, 2025 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO A private committal will take place at a later date He is survived by: Spouse: Charlene Elfrank nee Montalbano of St. Clair, MO Sons: #(1) Loren Elfrank of Lonedell, MO Daughters: #(1) Darlinda Elfrank of MO Sisters: #(2) Grandchildren: #(11) Great-Grandchildren: #(2) Memorials: Franklin County Humane Society Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com

Ronald Buhr
4/25/2025
Ronald J. Buhr, 87, of Villa Ridge, passed away on April 17, 2025, surrounded by his wife and children. Ron, son of the late August Buhr and Mildred nee Eichholz, was born on July 23, 1937, in Washington. He received his education from St. Francis Borgia High School and Northeast Missouri State University. On February 3, 1962, he was united in marriage to Barbara Cunio at the Immaculate Conception Church in Owensville. Ron loved his family, was an avid baseball fan and loved spending time fishing on the Osage River. In his younger years he was a standout pitcher for the Washington Buds. He was preceded in death by his parents, his father and mother-in-law, Pete and Peggy Cunio, and brother-in-law, Leon Hellmann. Among his survivors are his wife of 63 years, Barbara Helen Buhr; children, Steve Buhr and wife Elizabeth, Michelle Steimann and husband Joe, and Deanna Godat, his sister, Carol Parmentier and husband Clarence, grandchildren, Zack, Bailey, Allie, and Toby Godat, Henry and Nora Buhr, and Briana Steimann; great-grandchildren, Liam and Harry Godat; In-laws, Susan Hellmann and Doug Cunio and wife Kathy; loved ones and friends. A private burial will be held at St. Francis Borgia Cemetery on Monday, April 28th. A memorial mass and Celebration of Ron’s life will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions can be made to the St. Jude or American Heart Association. Arrangements in care of Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home, Washington. Please remember Ron and his family in your prayers. May he rest in peace.

Darryl Rainey
4/23/2025
Darryl Rainey, 67, of Pacific, MO passed away Monday, April 14, 2025. He is survived by two daughters, Desiree Rainey and Alexis Rainey, both of Gerald; his mother, Jacqueline Rainey of Pacific; three grandchildren: Mason Rainey, Kaidyn Lawson, and Paisleigh Rainey; two sisters: Tammy Grgurich and husband Kirby of Troy and Kimberly Nichols and husband Tim of Ballwin; three brothers: Tim Rainey and wife Donna of Union, Jon Rainey of Pacific, and Jason Rainey and wife April of Pacific; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A memorial service will be held from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM on Saturday, May 17, 2025 at The River Church in Eureka, MO. The Rainey family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

Dora Davault
4/23/2025
Dora “Betty” Davault of Owensville passed away Friday, April 18. Funeral services will be Friday, May 2 at 11:00 a.m. at Gottenstroeter Chapel in Owensville. Burial will be in High Gate Cemetery in High Gate. Visitation for 78 year old Dora “Betty” Davault will be Thursday, May 1 from 4-8 p.m. at the chapel. Survived by husband, James of their home; Children, Christy Lonning and husband Craig and Stacey Matlock and husband Brian all of St. James. Twin sister, Bonnie Cullen and husband Joel of Bono, Ark. Brother, Don Laird and wife Glenda of Troy Grandchildren: 4

LaVerne Lunsford
4/22/2025
LaVerne L. Lunsford, of Gerald, Mo., passed away Sat., Apr. 19, 2025. Funeral services will be Friday, April 25 at Gottenstroeter Funeral Home Chapel in Owensville. Burial will be at Countryside Memorial Gardens in Owensville. Visitation for 88 year old LaVerne L. Lunsford, will precede the funeral Friday, April 25 from 9 to 11 a.m. at Gottenstroeter Chapel. Her survivors include: her daughters, Debbie Inman and husband Frank of Rolla and Pam Biles and husband Don of House Springs; brother, Donald Kamper and wife Gloria of Gerald; grandchildren, Jennifer Teel, Paige Deterding and husband Cody, and Adam Biles and fiance Liz Scarfino; and great-grandchildren, Brody, Colby, Cooper, Ollie, and Landon.

Martha Orlean Whited
4/22/2025
Martha Orlean Whited nee Inman of St. Clair, MO passed away Sunday, April 20, 2025 Funeral Services will be held at 12:00 PM Thursday, April 24, 2025 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Visitation for 79 year old Martha Whited will be held from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Thursday, April 24, 2025 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Burial in Crestview Memorial Park, St. Clair, MO She is survived by: Sons: #(2) Robert “Bud” Whited (Laura) of St. Clair, MO and Anthony Whited of St. Clair, MO Sisters: #(1) Grandchildren: #(4) Great-Grandchildren: #(5) Memorials: none Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com

Dora Davault
4/21/2025
Dora “Betty” Davault of Owensville passed away Friday, April 18. Funeral services will be Thursday, April 24 at 11:00 a.m. at Gottenstroeter Chapel in Owensville. Burial will be in High Gate Cemetery in High Gate. Visitation for 78 year old Dora “Betty” Devault will be Wednesday, April 23 from 4-8 p.m. at the chapel. Survived by husband, Jame of their home; Children, Christy Lonning and husband Craig and Stacey Matlock and husband Brian all of St. James. Twin sister, Bonnie Cullen and husband Joel of Bono, Ark. Brother, Don Laird and wife Glenda of Troy Grandchildren: 4

Betty Jo Goldman
4/18/2025
Betty Jo Goldman, 87, of Owensville passed away  
Wednesday, April 16.  Visitation will be held Friday, April 25 from 4-7 p.m. at Gottenstroeter Chapel in Owensville.  Her cremains will be interred in Owensville City Cemetery.

Survived by children, Bryant Ray and wife Angela of Owensvlle and Bev Ray of Belle
Grandchildren:  6
Greats: 5
Great, greats: 2


Diane Mecker
4/18/2025
Diane M. Mecker, 69, of Union, MO (formerly of Webster Groves) passed away Monday, April 14, 2025. She is survived by one sister, Barbara Mecker of Shrewsbury; one brother, Dr. Bob Mecker of Washington; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Union, MO with Rev. Peter Blake officiating. Burial will follow in Resurrection Cemetery in St. Louis. Visitation for 69-year-old Diane Mecker will be held from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). The Mecker family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

John Eberhart
4/17/2025
John Eberhart,79, of Washington, MO, passed away on Friday, April 11, 2025. He is survived by his wife, Betty Eberhart; three sons: John Eberhart jr, Eric Eberhart and James Eberhart; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; one brother, John Eberhart along with other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Friday, April 25, 2025 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Washington, MO. Burial will follow at the North Platte, Nebraska. Visitation for 79-year-old John Eberhart will be held from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM on Friday April 25, 2025 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Washington, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to American Diabetes Foundation. The Eberhart family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.

Roy Wayne Burkett
4/17/2025
Roy Wayne Burkett of St. Clair, MO passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2025 Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Visitation for 89 year old Roy Burkett will be held from 10:00 to 11:00 AM on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Burial in Crestview Memorial Park, St. Clair, MO He is survived by: Spouse: Wilma Burkett nee Gamble of St. Clair, MO Children: #(3) David Burkett (Susan) of Joplin, MO, Dr. Ken Burkett (Chalayne) of Greenville, MS and Vicki LeBlanc (Terry) of Sullivan, MO Step-children: #(4) David Anderson (Carolyn) of St. Clair, MO, Mark Anderson (Christina) of St. Clair, MO, Adam Anderson (Irena) and Bonnie King (Kirk) of Albania Brothers: #(2) Sisters: #(2) Grandchildren: #(many) Great-Grandchildren: #(many) Memorials: Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com

Elizabeth Schmuke
4/17/2025

Elizabeth "Betty" Schmuke (nee' Maune), 86, of Leslie, MO passed away Monday, April 14, 2025.

 

She is survived by two daughters: Christy Geasland and Nancy Schmuke, both of Leslie; one son, Doug Schmuke and wife Fay Brockway of Union; five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; one brother, Tom Maune and wife Jane of Washington; brother-in-law, Larry Stuckenschneider of Union; sister-in-law, Shirley Maune of Washington, along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

 

Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Thursday, April 24, 2025 at St. Joseph Neier Catholic Church in Union with Rev. Peter Blake officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. A luncheon will follow services in the parish hall.

 

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or St. Joseph Neier Church.

 

The Schmuke family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

 




Dennis Adragna
4/16/2025
Dennis C. Adragna,76, of Washington, passed away on April 10, 2025. Mr. Adragna, son of the late Phillip Adragna and Bernice nee Wojciechowski, was born on April 5, 1949, in St. Louis. On June 9, 2007, he was united in marriage to Tammy Ferguson at Lions Lake in Washington. Dennis was an avid outdoorsman, who loved hunting and fishing. He enjoyed playing cards, especially blackjack. But most of all, he loved his Harley Davidson. He was preceded in death by his parents. Among his survivors are his wife Tammy Adragna of Washington; children, Melissa Herold and husband Craig of Hendersonville, TN, Christina Tiesing and husband Gary of Wentzville, and Whitney Murphy of Washington; grandchildren, Tyler, Katrina, Austin and wife Ashley, Carissa, Wyatt, Alexis, Brandon, and Rylie; one great-grandson, Ryker; loved ones and friends. A visitation will be held on Thursday, April 17, 2025, from 11-1 p.m. at Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home, with a funeral service beginning at 1 p.m. Interment will be in the Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery in Washington. Memorial donations can be made to the Franklin County Humane Society or the SMA Foundation.

Paul Vincent Elder
4/16/2025
Paul Vincent Elder of Luebbering, MO passed away Sunday, April 13, 2025 Funeral Services will be held at 4:00 PM Saturday, April 19, 2025 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Visitation for 79 year old Paul Elder will be held from 3:00 to 4:00 PM on Saturday, April 19, 2025 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO A private committal will take place at a later date He is survived by: Sons: #(2) Scott Elder (Allison Power-Elder) of Lucas, TX, Bryan Elder of St. Louis,MO Daughters: #(3) Jacquelyn Elder of Austin, TX, Gwendolyn Elder (Sunghyun Kim) of Chicago, IL and Carolyn Elder (Kevin Brown) of Ashland, OR Brothers: #(2) Sisters: #(4) Grandchildren: #(17) Great-Grandchildren: #(4) Memorials: none Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com

Madonna Louise DeClue
4/16/2025
Madonna Louise DeClue nee Birmingham of St. Clair, MO passed away Monday, April 14, 2025 Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 PM Friday, April 18, 2025 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Visitation for 82 year old Madonna DeClue will be held from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM on Friday, April 18, 2025 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Burial in Horine Cemetery, Richwoods, MO He is survived by: Sons: #(2) Tim Birmingham (Barbara) of Union, MO and Michael DeClue of St. Clair, MO Daughters: #(1)Tammy Villmer (Mickey) of Lonedell, MO Brothers: #(1) Sisters: #(1) Grandchildren: #(4) Great-Grandchildren: #(7) Memorials: May be made to the family Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com

Lisa Lasley
4/14/2025
Lisa A. Lasley, 64, of Washington, passed away on April 7, 2025. Lisa, daughter of John Lasley Jr. and Judith nee Richter, was born on August 25, 1960, in St. Louis. She received her education from Parkway West High School. She was an active member of and volunteered at Washington Senior Center, where she loved playing bingo. Among her survivors are her mother, Judith Lasley of Washington; father, Jack Lasley Jr. of Wildwood; two sisters, Susan Day and husband Marty of Soldotna, AK and Lynda Dyer and husband David of Ballwin; nieces and nephews, Kali Mims and husband Patrick, Kyle Day, Jessica Sewald and husband Bob, and Jonathan Dyer; great nieces and nephews, Landin, Leah, Joey, and Brennan; other relatives and friends. A memorial visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, from 4-7 p.m. at Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home. Memorial donations can be made to the Washington Senior Center. Arrangements in care of Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home, Washington.

Robin Sharp
4/14/2025
Robin Sharp, 63, of Union, MO passed away Thursday, April 10, 2025. He is survived by his wife, Dawn Sharp (nee’ Lasky) of Union; one daughter, Alexandria Sharp of Union; two sons, Cody Sharp and wife Liz of St. Clair and Blake Sharp of Union; 6 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild; his mother-in-law, Patricia Martindill of Union; sister-in-law, Sherri Lasky of Union; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 PM on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at Union Baptist Temple in Union, MO with Pastor Phil Hudson officiating. Burial with full military honors will follow in Stanton Community Cemetery in Stanton, MO. Visitation for 63-year-old Robin Sharp will be held from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at Union Baptist Temple. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Siteman Cancer Center The Sharp family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

Bob Peters
4/11/2025
Bob “Bobert” Peters, 74, of Marthasville, MO passed away Wednesday, April 9, 2025. He is survived by his wife, Wanda Peters (nee’ Brune) of Marthasville; two children: Jennifer Peters of New Orleans, LA and Olin Peters of FL; three grandchildren: Johnathan Peters (fiancée’ Elizabeth Handlon), Ciera Perine, and Billy Brand; two sisters: Pauline King and husband Errol of Springfield, MO and Anna Seewoester of Cincinnati, OH; three brothers-in-law: Ron Brune and wife Pat of Leslie, Larry Brune and wife Vicky of Union, and Norman Brune and wife Deborah of Union; sister-in-law, Shirley Duffer and husband Mike of Union; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Memorial visitation for 74-year-old Bob Peters will be held from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. Funeral services will immediately follow at 5:00 PM on Wednesday at the funeral home. Interment will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The Peters family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

Mary Hotsenpiller
4/11/2025
Mary Hotsenpiller (nee' Kammerich), 84, of Union, MO passed away Tuesday, April 8, 2025. She is survived by one son, Ken Hotsenpiller and wife Deanna of St. Clair; five grandchildren: Sarah Hotsenpiller, Emily Hotsenpiller, Corey Hotsenpiller, Marrisa Lanham (Josh), and Brendan Ryan; two great-grandchildren: Bearett Lanham and Layne Lanham; one sister, Sue Wolfe and husband Tony of Tipton, MO; one brother, Leo Edward Petree and wife Vicky of Sedalia; along with other relatives and friends. There are no services planned at this time. The Hotsenpiller family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

Donald Wayne Storie
4/10/2025
Donald Wayne Storie of St. Clair, MO passed away Sunday, April 6, 2025 Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 AM Monday, April 14, 2025 at Franklin County Baptist Association, Union, MO Visitation for 82 year old Don Storie will be held from 3:00 to 8:00 PM on Sunday, April 13, 2025 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO and after 9:00 AM on Monday, April 14, 2025 at Franklin County Baptist Association, Union, MO Burial at 2:30 PM Monday, April 14, 2025 in Mt. Gibson Cemetery, Waynesville, M He is survived by: Spouse: Sylvia Storie nee Jolly of St. Clair, MO Sons: #(1) DeWayne Storie (Lauren) of Washington, MO Daughters: #(2) Sharon Kempen (Scott) of Waynesville, MO and Sara Wilking (Jim) of Waynesville, MO Brothers: #(1) Grandchildren: #(6) Great-Grandchildren: #(1) Memorials: First Baptist Church, St. Clair, MO Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com

Virginia Patterson
4/9/2025
Virginia Patterson (nee' Anthony), 89, of Washington, MO passed away Monday, April 7, 2025. She is survived by four children: Micki Marquart and husband Leonard of Washington, MO, Cindy McQuay and husband James of Sullivan, MO, Denise Zarzycki and husband Mike of WA, and Corey Patterson and wife Lisa of Gerald, MO; 13 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren; along with other relatives and friends. Memorial visitation for 89-year-old Virginia Patterson will be held from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM on Thursday, April 10, 2025 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO. A memorial service will immediately follow at 6:00 PM on Thursday at the funeral home with Pastor Dave Armstrong officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Parkinson's Foundation or Logan University. The Patterson family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.

Russell Jay Bade
4/9/2025
Russell Jay Bade, age 66, of Beaufort, Missouri passed away on April 7, 2025. He is survived by his loving wife, Angie; two devoted sons, Keith Bade of Beaufort, Missouri and Kevin Bade and wife Kaylin of Leslie, Missouri; two adoring daughters, Kelly Haberberger and husband Kyle of Clover Bottom, and Kristi Gerling and husband Dustin of Union; nine beloved grandchildren, Dylin and Lydia Bade; Lauren, Aubrey, Parker, and Jade Haberberger; and Mya, Ella, and Tucker Gerling; three siblings: Richard Bade of Beaufort; Ellen nee Bade and husband Joseph Fogarty of Pacific; and Glen Bade and fiancée Kris Guerrant of Gerald; Brothers-in-law, Albert (Cindy) Unerstall, Andrew (Collene), Greg Unerstall, Gerard (Amanda) Unerstall, Edward Unerstall, and Donald (Kristina) Unerstall; sisters-in-law Ann (Doug) Straatmann and Rose (Mark) Voss; Godchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Saturday, April 12, 2025 at Saint Ann's Catholic Church in Washington, MO. Burial will follow at Holy Family Parish-Port Hudson in New Haven, MO. Visitation for 66-year-old Russell Bade will be held from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Friday April 11, 2025 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO. A parish rosary will be held at 3:45 PM on Friday at the funeral home. Memorials may be given to Masses at Holy Family Port Hudson Catholic Church, or Walter Mills Family, a friend and current cancer patient. The family would like to thank all of the local churches, organizations, and individuals who sent their thoughts and prayers for Russ. The Bade family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.

Riley Pemberton
4/9/2025
Riley Pemberton Jr., born in Crescent, MO, on February 28, 1932, passed away peacefully at the age of 93, on April 6, 2025. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and respected member of his community, Riley will be remembered for his pride of growing up in Crescent, MO, and his kindness, dedication, and unwavering love for his family. Riley married the love of his life, Dorothy Pearl Adams, on May 24, 1952, and together they shared over 72 years of marriage filled with love and support. Their bond was an inspiration to all who knew them. Riley served honorably in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, a time that deeply shaped his character and instilled in him a lifelong sense of duty and respect for others. He spent much of his professional life working at Cupples Products Inc. as a shipping and receiving clerk, where he was known for his hard work and dedication. Beyond his career, Riley was deeply committed to serving his community. He was a member of the Gray Summit Lions Club for 52 years, where he contributed to countless community initiatives and made lasting friendships. He dedicated many years as a Scout Master of the Boy Scouts of America and served as a bible school teacher at the First Baptist Church of Gray Summit. Additionally, he volunteered his time as Khoury League baseball coach, fostering a love of sports and teamwork in young athletes. He was preceded in death by his parents, James Riley and Opal Pemberton; brothers, Glen(Louise) and Bobby; sisters, Eula, Euna, Zella(John) and Reba(Junior); brothers-in-law, Roy Gibbs and Ed Hicks. Riley is survived by his beloved wife, Dorothy; children, Debbie(Randy) Wright and son Bill(Pam) Pemberton; grandchildren, Tammy Espowe, JR(Laura) Pemberton, Jessica Livengood, and Mike Pemberton; sisters, Shirley Gibbs and Alice Hicks; brother, Butch Pemberton; sister-in-law, Sharon Pemberton; eight great-grandchildren, and a host of family members and friends who will miss him dearly. A visitation for Riley will be held on Thursday, April 10, 2025, from 4-7 p.m. at Nieburg-Vitt, Thiebes Funeral Home, 231 E. Union St., Pacific, MO. Funeral services will take place at Nieburg-Vitt, Thiebes Funeral Home on Friday, April 11, 2025, at 11 a.m., with burial to follow at the Sunset Cemetery. The family requests that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Gray Summit Lions Club or to the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America. Riley’s legacy of love, service, and generosity will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.

Harold Dean Sohn
4/9/2025
Harold Dean Sohn, known to all as Sonny, of Saint Clair, MO, 88, departed this life on Tuesday, March 25th, 2025. Sonny is survived by his daughter, Rheva, of Kokomo, Indiana; by 5 grandchildren; by two brothers, Charles Sohn and wife Geraldine of Sullivan, MO, and Randy Sohn, St. Louis, MO; by six sisters, Shirley Bay, Ginny Rosch, Anna Rice and husband Jay, Vicki McDermott and husband Paul, all of Saint Clair, Faye Chitty and husband Dave, of Wright City, MO, and Millie Burns and husband John, of Moscow Mills, MO; by nieces, nephews, great and great-great-nieces and nephews, cousins and many friends. Memorial service for the American Legion/Elks to be held at the Saint Clair Elks Lodge on Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 2. Visitation from 1-2.

Coach William Whitacre
4/9/2025
Coach William “Bill” Whitacre passed peacefully, at home, surrounded by family on Friday 4th April, 2025 after a short illness. Bill lived a long and memorable life and will be deeply missed by his family, friends, clients and former students, many of whom became lifelong friends. He was an avid fisherman, hunter and golfer, winning many championships throughout his life. Bill developed a passion for education and athletics early on. He graduated from high school in his hometown of Lancaster and went on to attend Culver-Stockton College in Canton, Missouri, where he was a member of MISSOURI EPSILON chapter of SIGMA PHI EPSILON. An avid sports fan, he played both basketball and baseball for all four years while studying. After earning his degree, he started his career as a teacher and coach at Canton High School, where he coached boys and girls basketball, baseball, golf and track. Moving on to Sullivan High School, Bill took on coaching duties and quickly demonstrated his dedication to student athletes, coaching baseball and basketball. By the end of the 1960s, Bill had built a reputation as a passionate young coach, which opened the door to the next major step in his career. His most prominent coaching role came at Washington High School in Washington, Missouri when in 1970, he was hired as the new head coach for the Washington High School boys’ basketball team. At the time, the Blue Jays were looking for strong leadership, and Bill eagerly embraced the opportunity. The local press introduced him with enthusiasm – noting that the “handsome coach ‘Whit’ embraced WHS and the town of Washington”. From the very start, Bill became more than just a coach; he became a beloved figure in the school and the community. He went on to teach Math and PE as well as taking on coaching the baseball team As head coach throughout the 1970s, Bill led the Washington Blue Jays basketball program to competitive heights. His teams were known for their disciplined play and fundamentals, reflecting his coaching philosophy. Season after season, Washington High was a tough contender in the area’s conference and district competitions under “Coach Whit.”, who emphasized teamwork, integrity, and hard work, earning respect from players and rival coaches alike. Bill served as Washington’s head coach through the 1970s and into the early 1980s. By the end of his Washington tenure, he had compiled a solid record and left an enduring mark on the program. Former players often recall big games in packed Blue Jays gymnasiums, where Bill’s steady coaching led Washington to upset victories and tournament runs. His coaching style balanced competitiveness with sportsmanship – values that many of his athletes carried into their adult lives. After roughly a decade at Washington High School, Bill decided to step away from head coaching. He retired from the sideline having logged many years of service to Missouri high school basketball and continued to teach for a further 10 years, finally retiring in 1990. Many former players have credited “Coach Whit” with teaching them not only basketball skills but also life lessons – teamwork, perseverance, and character. The ripple effect of his mentorship is evident in the successes of those he coached. In addition to teaching and coaching, Bill was also a passionate referee for high school football and high school and college basketball, where he ensured fair play endured over a 50 year refereeing career. After retiring from teaching, Bill moved into construction and spent his latter years building and maintaining pools for friends and customers across Franklin County. He was a beloved husband to Diann, father to Mike and Mitch, and stepfather to Jennifer and Joe (who preceded him in death). He will be widely remembered by them, as well as countless other family and friends with wonderful and fond memories of their time spent with him, his witticisms, sports knowledge and kindness. He was loved and will be missed by those that had the honor of knowing him. Bill is survived by his wife Diann Whitacre, Washington; two children Mike Whitacre and wife Jeanine, Florida, Mitch Whitacre and friend Patty Draves, Washington; two stepchildren whom he loved as his own, Jennifer Rudder and husband Christian Walton, Hamble-Le-Rice, United Kingdom, Joseph Wolff (who preceded him in death) and wife Jami Jent, Washington; Five grandchildren, Andrew Whitacre, Taylor Whitacre, Hannah Whitacre, Shelby Whitacre, Hayden Jent-Wolff; one great grandchild, Sophia Marczenko; Two nephews, Morgan Whitacre, Ross Whitacre; Inlaws, Marie Whitacre, Donny Straatmann (who preceded him in death), Judy and Fred Pecka, Brenda and Donnie Meyer, Margie and Al Wildt, Bobbi and Rusty Gipson, Jenny and Jim Hartman, Mary Jo and Rick Runyan, Nancy and Tim Riegel, Gloria and Leroy Eggert, Debbie and Steve Garbs, Becky and Alex Carli (who preceded him in death), Donna and Rich Speckhals, Cindy Hall, Christine and Chris Piontek, and Alex and Judy Straatmann; as well as a multitude of nieces, nephews, other loved ones and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents Georgia and K.O. Whitacre, his grandparents, his brother Jack Whitacre and step granddaughter Jennifer Breeden. Memorial donations can be made to WINGS Educational Foundation (Washington Investment iN Great Schools) or the AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY. There will be a Celebration of Life on Saturday, April 12 at the Washington Elks, 1459 West 5th Street, Washington, MO from 1 to 4 pm. All are welcome.

Chevy Allen Anthony Gall
4/8/2025
Chevy Allen Anthony Gall,16, of Beaufort, passed away on April 4, 2025. Chevy, son of Rocky Gall Jr. and Sarah nee Johnston, was born on June 4, 2008, in Washington. Chevy was a Junior at Union High School and the Four Rivers Career Center. Firefighter Chevy Gall began his service with the Beaufort-Leslie Fire Protection District in November 2024. Tragically, he lost his life in the line of duty, succumbing to injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident while responding to the fire station for an emergency call—a water rescue—during heavy rain and widespread flooding. From the moment Chevy joined the department, he embraced the fire service with remarkable passion and dedication. His love for the job was immediate and genuine. According to his parents, being a firefighter brought a constant smile to his face and gave him a new sense of purpose. He was proud to serve his community and eager to help others in their time of need. Chevy had completed training in both fire suppression and water/ice rescue operations—the very type of call he was responding to at the time of his passing. His commitment to learning and preparing for every challenge exemplified his selfless spirit and devotion to the department. Outside of the firehouse, Chevy was known for his love of the outdoors, especially fishing and hunting. He was passionate about trucks and cars, simultaneously studying auto collision repair at Four Rivers Career Center while apprenticing with Auto Body Brothers and attending Union High School in his junior year. Besides serving his community as a firefighter, he gave back in countless ways. Chevy was a Shriners Ambassador, proudly supporting the mission of the Shriners organization and recently organizing a truck meet to raise funds in honor of a high school friend who had passed away in an auto accident. He also helped coach his younger brother’s T-ball team—and was described by his family as an “old soul” who loved classic country music. Chevy Gall’s life was defined by service, compassion, and a deep sense of community. The impact he made will never be forgotten. He was preceded in death by two grandmothers, Diane Johnston and Sharon Gall; uncle Eddy, Aunt Debbie, and special friend, Isaac Lashley. Among his survivors are his parents, Rocky and Sarah Gall of Beaufort; siblings, Malia Gall and Fiance Mack Reeves of Beaufort and Cash Gall of Beaufort; grandparents, Rocky Gall Sr. of Beaufort and Tom Johnston of Festus; great-grandfather, Phillip Fowler of Lander, WY; aunts and uncles, Crystal, Jennifer, Tommy, Katie, Lee, Charlie, Jordan, Joey, Chianne, Luke, Katie, Jake, Alicia, and many friends at Union High School and the Four Rivers Career Center. A visitation will be held on Saturday, April 12, 2025, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Life Stream Church in Washington, with a funeral service beginning at 1 p.m. Memorial donations can be given to the Beaufort-Leslie Fire Dept. Arrangements in care of Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home, Washington.

Joshua Wegescheide
4/8/2025
Joshua “Skeeter” Wegescheide, 23, of Union, MO passed away Saturday, April 5, 2025. He is survived by his father, Daniel Wegescheide and wife Amber of Union; his mother, Jessica Deshields and fiancé DJ Cochran of Union; grandparents: Joe and Lisa Wegescheide of Leasburg, Jeff and Pam Lock of Sullivan, and Darrell and Rhonda Cochran of Kansas City; great-grandfather, Bob Ruwwe of Leasburg; six siblings: Logan Wegescheide of Union, Madelyn Wegescheide of Union, Jade Wegescheide of Union, Jackson Wegescheide of Union, Rylee Cochran of St. Louis, and Dylan Cochran of St. Louis; along with aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives, and many dear friends. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, April 14, 2025 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. Interment will be held privately. Visitation for 23-year-old Joshua Wegescheide will be held from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Sunday, April 13, 2025 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made the Joshua "Skeeter" Wegescheide Memorial Scholarship (checks payable to Union RXI Foundation). The Wegescheide family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

Kenneth Staten
4/8/2025
Kenneth Staten, 87, of Washington, MO passed away Friday, April 4, 2025. He is survived by one son, Joe Staten and wife Jenny of Pacific, MO; one daughter, Debbie Ladas and husband Paul of Drexel, MO; three grandchildren: Ryan, Emily, and Luke Staten; along with other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO with Rev. Nicholas Knoblauch officiating. Burial will follow in Zion UCC Cemetery in Union, MO. Visitation for 87-year-old Kenneth Staten will be held from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Camp Mo-Val (checks payable to Zion UCC, designate Camp Mo-Val in the memo) or Meals on Wheels. The Staten family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

Paula Sutton
4/8/2025
Paula Sutton (nee’ Whitener), 75, of Union, MO passed away Friday, April 4, 2025. She is survived by her husband J. David Sutton of Union; two children by love: Zeb and Jamie Koch of Union; three grandchildren by love: Zeek, Luke, and Jenna Koch; one brother, Joseph Whitener and wife Mary Denise of Bonne Terre, MO; one sister, Belva Fitzgerald and husband David of Strafford, MO; two sisters-in-law: Judith Boyer of Desloge, MO and Judith Sutton of St. Louis, MO; along with many dear friends. A celebration of Paula’s life will be held at the Union Community Center in the near future. Interment will be held privately in Zion United Church of Christ Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Scenic Regional Library Foundation or the Scenic Regional Library Friends of the Union Branch. The Sutton family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

Zed Harwood
4/8/2025
Zed Harwood, 91, of Union, MO passed away Friday, April 4, 2025. He is survived by four children: Tonya VanFossen of Bradenton, FL, Kelly Bledsoe and wife Lori of Rosebud, Brandon Harwood and wife Julie of Union, and Zed Edmonds of Federal Way, WA; five grandchildren: Tarah VanFossen, Elizabeth VanFossen, Samantha Bogler (Tracy), Erin Prilwitz (Ben), and Mitch Bledsoe; seven great-grandchildren; along with other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM on Friday, April 11, 2025 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO with Pastor John Melton officiating. Burial with full military honors will follow in Union City Cemetery. Visitation for 91-year-old Zed Harwood will be held from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM on Friday, April 11, 2025 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. The Harwood family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

Anna Frances Cannon
4/8/2025
Anna Frances Cannon nee Thomas of Sullivan, MO passed away Saturday, April 5, 2025 Funeral Services will be held at 12:00 PM Saturday, April 12, 2025 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Visitation for 89 year old Anna Frances will be held from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Saturday, April 12, 2025 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Burial in Fairview Cemetery, Grubville, MO She is survived by: Sons: #(2) Larry Cannon of Sullivan, MO and David Cannon of Sullivan, MO Daughters: #(3) Marsha Bell (Kenneth) of St. Clair, MO, Beverly Armstrong (Ronald) of Sullivan, MO and Lisa Bennett (George) of Rolla, MO Brothers: #(1) Sisters: #(2) Grandchildren: #(many) Great-Grandchildren: #(many) Memorials: American Cancer Society Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com

Norma Veltre
4/7/2025
Norma Veltre,92, of Union, formerly of Washington, passed away on April 4, 2025. Mrs. Veltre, daughter of the late Andrew Hurst and Flora nee Gruber, was born on July 9, 1932, in Swiss, MO. She received her education from a one room schoolhouse near Drake, MO and later earned her GED from the American School. Norma was a talented seamstress who made all sorts of clothes for her family, even sewing dress shirts with monogrammed pockets for her late husband, Anthony. She worked as a waitress at Tri-County Truck Stop Restaurant for 20 years, after which she frequented the Washington Senior Center and the YMCA. She loved to walk for exercise and made many lifelong friends while keeping fit. Most of all she was devoted to her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She attended St. Louis Family Church until she moved to Union, where she attended Grace Family Church and, most recently joined Union Church of God. She was preceded in death by her parents; first husband, Donald Mueller; second husband, Anthony Veltre; three brothers, two sisters, and daughter Toni Backs and husband Jerry. Among her survivors are four children, Brenda Kay Mueller of Wichita, KS, Michael Gene Mueller (Giselle) of Ponchatoula, LA, Cassandra Medlin-Clark of O'Fallon, MO and Bradley Scott Veltre of Washington; eleven grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews, great grandchildren, and wonderful family members too numerous to count. A celebration of life will be held on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, from 4-7 p.m. at Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home. Memorial donations can be made to a church or charity of choice.

Paula Sutton
4/7/2025
Paula Sutton (nee’ Whitener), 75, of Union, MO passed away Friday, April 4, 2025. She is survived by her husband J. David Sutton of Union; two children by love: Zeb and Jamie Koch of Union; three grandchildren by love: Zeek, Luke, and Jenna Koch; one brother, Joseph Whitener and wife Mary Denise of Bonne Terre, MO; one sister, Belva Fitzgerald and husband David of Strafford, MO; two sisters-in-law: Judith Boyer of Desloge, MO and Judith Sutton of St. Louis, MO; along with many dear friends. A celebration of Paula’s life will be held at the Union Community Center in the near future. Interment will be held privately in Zion United Church of Christ Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Scenic Regional Library Foundation or the Scenic Regional Library Friends of the Union Branch. The Sutton family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

Donna Dees
4/4/2025
Donna Dees (nee' Woodruff), 92, of Labadie, MO passed away Thursday, April 3, 2025. She is survived by three children: Linda Frazier of St. Peters, MO, Jeanette Brinkmann and husband Michael "Mick" of Labadie, MO, and Earl Dees and wife Margaret of Darnestown, MD; five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; along with other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, April 7, 2025 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO. Burial will follow in Bethel Cemetery in Labadie, MO. Visitation for 92-year-old Donna Dees will be held from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM on Sunday, April 6, 2025 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to ASPCA. The Dees family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.

Alice Gladyne Bishop
4/4/2025
Alice Gladyne Bishop nee Vest of Union, MO passed away Wednesday, April 2, 2025 Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 AM Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Visitation for 88 year old Alice will be held from 4:00 to 8:00 PM on Monday, April 7, 2025 and after 9:00 AM on Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Burial in Midlawn Memorial Gardens, Union, MO She is survived by: Sons: #(2) Mike Bishop (Lorraine) of St. Clair, MO and Todd Bishop (Evon) of Washington, MO Grandchildren: #(5) Great-Grandchildren: #(11) Memorials: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com

Blake Georgie
4/3/2025
Blake I. Georgie, 70, of Washington, passed away at his home on March 29, 2025. Blake was born in St. Louis on July 5, 1954, in St. Louis to Russel C and Thelma Virginia "Ginny", nee Gragg, Georgie. He was baptized and confirmed by his grandfather at Independent Congregation Church, St. Louis, and received his education from Hazelwood High School in 1973. Blake enjoyed time with his family and gathering with friends. He played drums professionally and developed a passion for genealogy. He was proud of his cars and was a dirt track driver. He was an avid fan of football and hockey. Prior to retirement, he worked as a painter, HelpDesk supervisor at IBM, and as a general laborer. He was united in marriage to his beloved wife, Carla Gildehaus, nee Bunge, on February 11, 2001. Blake is survived by his wife Carla Georgie of Washington, four children, Christopher Georgie of Richmond, KY, Brian Georgie of St. Louis, Sara Rice and husband Josh of Cedar Hill, MO, and Tiffany Georgie of St. Louis; two step-children whom he loved as his own, Crystal Pehle and husband Ryhan of New Haven and Bradley Gildehaus and wife Jamie of New Haven; Nine grandchildren, Aubree and Carter Rice; Isaiah Jones; Sophia Smith; Drew, Landen, and Payten Gildehaus; Elijah and Ethan Pehle; A beloved nephew, Eddie Georgie and wife Cindy of Elsberry; and their children Laticia, Amy, Danielle, Tim, Emily, Matt, and Tom Georgie; father-in-law Oron "Sonny" Borcherding of New Haven, two brothers-in-law, John Bunge and wife Pam of Stonyhill, and James Bellamy of New Haven, special uncle, Bill Meyer of New Haven, nephew David Briegleb and wife Chris, sister-in-law Pat Georgie and niece Cheryl Georgie, as well as other loved ones and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; his grandparents, Rev. Ira T. Gragg and wife Thelma and Charles Georgie and wife Anna; sister and brother-in-law, Leslie and husband Chuck Briegleb; brother, Gragg Georgie; mother-in-law, Dolly Borcherding and sister-in-law, Debbie Bellamy. Visitations will be held in Washington on Friday, April 4, 2025, from 4-8 p.m. at Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home and from 10-11 a.m. on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at St. Peter’s U.C.C. A Memorial service will begin at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at St. Peter’s U.C.C. in Washington, officiated by Pastor Kurt Schaller Blaufuss. A private graveside service will be held at a later date at St. Peter’s U.C.C. Cemetery in Washington. Memorial donations can be made to St. Peter's UCC or to the family.

Peggy Swisher Piotraschke
4/2/2025
Peggy Swisher Piotraschke (nee' Walker), 69, of Union, MO passed away Sunday, March 30, 2025. She is survived by two children: Daniel Ray Swisher and wife Kim of Alaska and Heather Elaine Webb and husband Shannon of Union; three grandchildren: Zackary Ray Swisher of Orlando, FL, Victoria Elaine Webb and Ryan Lee Webb of Union; two sisters: Mary Walker of TX and Nance Frost (Alan) of Kirkwood; one brother, Tom Walker (Martha) of AZ; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 6:00 PM on Thursday, April 17, 2025 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO with Pastor Dean Hollenbeck officiating. Interment will be held privately. Visitation for 69-year-old Peggy Swisher Piotraschke will be held from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM on Thursday, April 17, 2025 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri. The Piotraschke family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

Donna Fish
4/2/2025
Donna M. Fish (nee’ Woodson), 69, of Indianapolis passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2025. She is survived by her husband Patrick Fish of Indianapolis; her children, Elizabeth (James) Kendall, Nathan Fish, Anna (Jacob) Palcic and Joshua (Anna) Fish; her grandchildren, Ruth, Noah, Miriam & Daniel Palcic, Theodore Kendall and Nadia & Chiara Fish; her mother, Verna May Woodson; her siblings, Marleen (Alan) Schooler, Mark (Monica) Woodson, Michael Woodson, Deborah (Larry) Henley, Sharon (Richard) Schmidt, Karen (Mike Reising) Woodson, Robert Woodson, Susan (Brea) Woodson and Judith (Eric) Grainger; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Visitation for 69-year-old Donna Fish will be held from 10:00AM to 12:00PM on Saturday, April 5, 2025 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 12:30 PM on Saturday, April 5th at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Union, MO with Rev. Peter Blake officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The Fish family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

Linda Mae Woolfe
4/2/2025
Linda Mae Woolfe (nee’ Thompson), 73, of Washington, MO passed away Monday, March 31, 2025. She is survived by her husband Denton L. Woolfe of Washington, MO; two children, Valerie (Brian) Weinmann of Union, MO and Denton W. (Sarah) Woolfe of Leslie, MO; three grandsons: Hurchel Woolfe, Luke Woolfe, and Kyle Dorney of Union, MO; one sister, Brenda (Bill) Kuensting; two brothers: Gary Thompson and Larry (Patty) Thompson of Jefferson City, MO; along with other relatives and friends. Visitation for 73-year-old Linda Woolfe will be held from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Friday, April 4, 2025 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. Funeral services will follow at 12:00 PM on Friday, April 4, 2025 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO with Rev. Dannie B. Nichols officiating. Burial will follow in Hawthorn Memorial Gardens in Jefferson City, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the National Scleroderma Foundation. The Woolfe family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.
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