Orville Engemann
9/11/2026
Orville Engemann, 91, of Washington, MO passed away Friday, September 11, 2026.
He is survived by his wife, May Engemann (nee' Mechem) of Washington; one son, Mark Engemann of Washington; two daughters, Kim Kimminau and husband Ken of Washington and Julie Becker and husband David of Washington; four grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren; one sister, Rose Marie Willenbrink of Augusta; brother-in-law, Frank Mechem and wife Alberta of OH; two sisters-in-law, Linda Gabbard and husband Mike of Washington and Betty Mechem of Union; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held privately, followed by a private interment at St. Francis Borgia Catholic Cemetery in Washington.
Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or St. Francis Borgia Church.
The Engemann family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.
Kaitlin Christine Blair Stulce
9/10/2026
Kaitlin Christine Blair Stulce, 31, of Villa Ridge, passed away on
Wednesday, September 2, 2026.
Kaitlin was born on November 25, 1994, in Osage Beach, Missouri, to Matt
Blair and Kathy Turner. She was a graduate of Camdenton High School and
went on to continue her education at Lindenwood University and State
Fair College, earning her RN degree in 2019.
On April 5, 2025, Kaitlin married the love of her life, Samuel Stulce,
in Montreal, Missouri. Their love was something truly special, and she
treasured the life they were building together.
To know Kaitlin was to know laughter, kindness, and a whole lot of
personality. She was loving, giving, funny, and completely
unforgettable. Kaitlin had a gift for making people feel comfortable,
cared for, and loved.
Above all else, Kaitlin loved her family and friends. She cherished the
people around her and made memories with them that will now become
treasured pieces of her legacy. There will be countless stories told
about Kaitlin, countless moments that bring both tears and laughter, and
countless times when someone will say, “Kaitlin would have loved this.”
Kaitlin was preceded in death by her grandparents, John and Mary Blair;
and four uncles, Jeff Turner, Jerry Helle, Chuck Turner, and James
Blair.
Those left to cherish her memory include her husband, Sam Stulce of
Villa Ridge; her mother, Kathy Voss and husband Kevin of Jefferson City;
her father, Matt Blair and wife Carla of Camdenton; six siblings, Tyler
Rooffener and wife Gabrielle of Livermore, California, Brian Blair and
wife Allee of Camdenton, Kyle Rooffener of Jefferson City, Maesyn Voss
of Jefferson City, Dustin Webb of Springfield, and Derrick Webb of
Springfield; mother and father-in-law, Jill Stulce and husband Mike of
Wildwood; brothers and sister-in-law, Ty Stulce and wife Kristen, Gavin
Stulce, and Delaney Stulce; maternal grandparents, Gene and Phyllis
Turner; aunts and uncles, Debbie Young, John Blair, Steve Blair, Chris
Lombardo, Shawn Schmidt, Teresa Sauther, Kendra Stephenson, and Roberta
Starkey; step-grandparents, Jim and Christy Dulle; along with numerous
cousins, nieces, nephews, and dear friends.
Kaitlin's family will forever be grateful for every moment they were
blessed to share with her, the ordinary days, the big celebrations, the
inside jokes, the laughter, the hugs, and all the memories in between.
While the pain of losing her is immeasurable, so is the love she leaves
behind.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, September 12, 2026, from 10 a.m. to
1 p.m. at Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home in Washington, Missouri.
Funeral services will begin at 1 p.m. Interment will follow at First
Washington United Methodist Church Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Three Hearts
Foundation.
Arrangements are in the care of Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home,
Washington.
Barbara Jeffs
9/10/2026
Barbara Jeffs (nee' Arand), 90, of Union, MO passed away Wednesday, September 9, 2026.
She is survived by four children, Laurie McKenna of Fulton, Lisa Holzem and husband Terry of Washington, Chris Jeffs and wife Lisa of Union, and Lynette Riechers and husband Steve of Washington; 14 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren and 5 great-great-grandchildren; two sisters-in-law, Beverly Busher of Union and Linda Forsee of Murray, KY; brother-in-law, Kenneth Jeffs and wife Jo of Chesterfield; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Union, MO with Rev. Peter Blake officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
Visitation for 90-year-old Barbara Jeffs will be held from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Monday, September 14, 2026 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. A parish rosary will be held at 2:30 PM on Monday at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Immaculate Conception Church or Immaculate Conception School.
The Jeffs family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.
Verna Kleinheider
9/10/2026
Verna M. Kleinheider, 92, of Washington, passed away on September 8,
2026. Mrs Kleinheider, daughter of the late Ernst Walkenhorst and Ida
nee Schroeder, was born on November 11, 1933, on the farm in New Haven.
She received her education from Ebenezer Lutheran School and Maupin
School. On November 24, 1956, she was united in marriage to William
“Bill” Kleinheider at the St. Francis Borgia Church.
Verna first worked at The Langenberg Hat Factory in New Haven. She then
moved to Washington and started at Deb Shoes. This was where she met the
love of her life Bill. She worked here until Bill returned from service
and started their family. While raising their children, Verna helped
Bill run his construction company and establish their rentals, Sunrise
Valley Apartments. Verna spent many weekends on the Gasconade River at
their club house enjoying time with family and friends. Once they sold
their apartments, they started to travel the world. Her travels included
South and Central America, Russia, Europe, Mexico, and almost every US
state. She had many interests throughout her years which led to
involvement in Monday Night Bowling League, the Red Hat Lady Society,
Garden Club, Card Club, and YOTS. She remained active in yoga and Curves
well into her 80’s. Bill and Verna built their life on Pottery Road. She
lived here until she moved into Oak Pointe Assisted Living Facility. Her
time was spent here playing Bingo, going to church, and visiting with
the other residents and staff. Verna enjoyed having the staff around.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Bill Kleinheider;
siblings, Ella Ayers, Hugo Walkenhorst, Stella Walkenhorst, Emil
Walkenhorst, Milford Walkenhorst, and brother-in-law, John Kleinheider.
Among her survivors are five children, Rick Kleinheider and wife Donna
of Washington, Dennis Kleinheider and wife Dawn of Washington, Cindy
Gerling and husband Bob of New Haven, Randy Kleinheider and wife Brenda
of Washington, and Julie Holloway and husband Mark of New Haven; eleven
grandchildren, Jason Kleinheider and significant other Sara Scott, Jenni
Pruessner and husband James, Jesse Kleinheider and wife Erica, Tanya
Virkler and husband Dallas, Jake Martin and wife Leah, Justin
Kleinheider, Josie Kleinheider and fiance Logan Dierker, Nick Gerling
and wife Abby, Jaymie Davidson and husband Sam, Tiffany Emmons and
husband Mitch, Alex Kleinheider and wife Kelsey, Sydney Morlock and
husband Josh, and Martina Piontek and husband Cole; great-grandchildren,
other relatives, and friends.
A visitation will be held on Friday, September 11, 2026, from 9:30 am to
10:30 a.m. at Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home. Mass of Christian
Burial will begin at 11 a.m. on Friday, September 11, 2026, at the St.
Gertrude’s Church. Interment will be held at the church cemetery.
Memorial donations can be made to New Haven Hospice or St. Gertrude’s
School.
Arrangements in care of Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home, Washington.
Virgil Jackson Stephenson Jr.
9/8/2026
Virgil Jackson Stephenson, Jr. of St. Clair, MO passed away
Thursday, September 3, 2026
Funeral Services will be held at 10:45 AM Sunday, September 13, 2026 at
Parkway Church of the Nazarene, St. Clair, MO
Visitation for 91 year old Virgil will be held from 4:00 to 8:00 PM on
Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO
and after 9:00 AM on Sunday, September 13, 2026 at Parkway Church of the
Nazarene, St. Clair, MO
Burial in Midlawn Memorial Gardens, Union, MO
He is survived by:
Spouse: Melba Stephenson of St. Clair, MO
Daughters: #(2) Deborah William and husband, Stanley, of Villa Ridge, MO and
Cheryl Counts and husband, Michael, of St. Clair, MO
Grandchildren: #(5)
Great-Grandchildren: #(16)
Memorials: May be made to Parkway Church of the Nazarene, St. Clair, MO
Condolences may be sent to the family via our website:
russellcolonialfuneralhome.com
Patsy Ruth Dixon
9/8/2026
Patsy Ruth Dixon nee Sullivan of St. Clair, MO passed away
Thursday, September 3, 2026
Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, September 12 2026 at
First Baptist Church, St. Clair, MO
Visitation for 97 year old Patsy will be held from 9:00 to 11:00 AM on
Saturday, September 12 2026 at First Baptist Church, St. Clair, MO
Burial in Midlawn Memorial Gardens, Union, MO
She is survived by:
Memorials: May be made to the First Baptist Church Building Fund
Condolences may be sent to the family via our website:
russellcolonialfuneralhome.com
Robert Haley
9/7/2026
Robert “Bob” Haley, 82, of Washington, passed away on September 4, 2026.
Bob, son of the late Willard Haley and Bernice nee Werner, was born on
July 17, 1944, in St. Louis. He received his education from St. Francis
Borgia High School. On August 10, 1968, he was united in marriage to
Barbara Huxel at the St. Francis Borgia Church. Bob served his country
honorably as a member of the United States Army.
Bob was active in the Washington community and belonged to several local
organizations, including the Elks Lodge, Knights of Columbus, VFW Post
2661, American Legion Post 218, and the Hummingbird Club.
He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Pamela Locker; mother
and father-in-law, Hilda and Paul Huxel, and by brothers and
sisters-in-law, Bill Tobben, John Huxel, Barb Haley, Carol Sieve and
husband Ken, and Dolores Peters and husband Ken.
Among his survivors are his wife, Barb Haley of Washington; two
daughters, Cindy Borcherding and husband Allen of New Haven and Natalie
Austin of Lenexa, KS; siblings, John Haley of Chesterfield, Tom Haley
and wife Marge of St. Louis, Mike Haley and wife Judy of Villa Ridge,
and Ladonna Singer and husband Robert of St. Louis; four grandchildren,
Josh Theissen, Emma Walde and husband Clayton, Owen Borcherding, and
Haley Austin; one great-grandchild, Eleanor Theissen; in-laws, Marlene
Tobben of Union, Terry Huxel and wife Lisa of Washington, and Jackie
Huxel; other relatives and friends.
A visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, from 4-8 p.m.
at Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home. Memorial Mass will begin at 9:30
a.m. on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at the St. Francis Borgia Church.
Interment with full military honors will be at the St. Francis Borgia
Cemetery. Memorial donations can be made to the Disabled Veterans of
American or the VFW 2661.
Arrangements in care of Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home, Washington.
Joseph Kussman II
9/1/2026
Joseph Kussman II, 49, of Union, MO passed away Monday, July 27, 2026.
He is survived by his mother, Laura Kussman of St. Louis; two brothers, Justin Kussman and wife Jamie of Maplewood and Jeff Matthew of St. Louis; along with other relatives and dear friends.
Memorial visitation for 49-year-old Joseph Kussman will be held from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM on Friday, September 11, 2026 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. A memorial service will immediately follow at 6:00 PM at the funeral home. Interment will be held privately.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Missouri Department of Conservation.
The Kussman family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.
Alice Louis Generally
9/1/2026
Alice Louise Generally of Robertsville, MO passed away Thursday, August 27, 2026
Funeral Services will be held at 11:30 AM Saturday, September 5, 2026 at
Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO
Visitation for 80 year old Alice will be held from 10:30 to 11:30 AM on
Saturday, September 5, 2026 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO
Burial in Mt. Calvary Baptist Church Cemetery, Robertsville, MO
He/She is survived by:
Sons: #(2) Aaron Terry and wife, Dawn, of Edwardsville, IL and Tyrel Hakins and
wife, Stephenie, of St. Clair, MO
Daughters: #(1) Katharine Collins and husband, Randy, of Lee’s Summit, MO
Step-sons: #(2) Vernon Hawkins, Jr. of St. Clair, MO and John Hawkins of
Sullivan, MO
Step-daughters: #(1) Chery Hasenbeck and husband, Philip, of Lonedell, MO
Brothers: #(2)
Grandchildren: #(19)
Great-Grandchildren: #(13)
Memorials: May be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Condolences may be sent to the family via our website:
russellcolonialfuneralhome.com
David Boyd Winkler
9/1/2026
David Boyd Winkler of St. Clair, MO passed away Thursday, August 27, 2026
Funeral Services will be held at 6:00 PM Thursday, September 3, 2026 at
Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO
Visitation for 78 year old David Winkler will be held from 4:00 to 6:00 PM on
Thursday, September 6, 2026 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO
and from 1:00 to 1:30 PM on Friday, September 4, 2026 at Mt. Tabor Cemetery in
Atlanta, MO
Burial 1:30 PM on Friday, September 4, 2026 in Mt. Tabor Cemetery in Atlanta, MO
He is survived by:
Spouse: Debra Sue Winkler nee Kerr of St. Clair, MO
Parents:
Parents-in-law:
Sons: #(1) : David Winkler and wife, Erica, of Westwood, MO
Daughters: #(2) Danielle Young of Arnold, MO and Dena Johnson and husband,
Michael, of Kirkwood, MO
Brothers: #(1) Lavon Winkler and wife, Lora, of Hot Springs, AR
Sisters: #(1) Patricia Eisenmann and husband, Scott, of Moreland, GA
Grandchildren: #(6)
Memorials: May be made to the Alzheimer’s Association
Condolences may be sent to the family via our website:
russellcolonialfuneralhome.com
James Edward Ealer
9/1/2026
James Edward Ealer of St. Clair, MO passed away Saturday, August 29, 2026
Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday, September 3, 2026 at
Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO
Visitation for 86 year old James will be held from 4:00 to 8:00 PM on
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 and after 10:00 AM on Thursday, September 3, 2026
at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO
A private committal will take place at a later date.
He is survived by:
Spouse: Lois Ealer nee King
Sons: #(4) James Ealer, Jr. and wife, Susan, of Cuba, MO, Perry Ealer and
significant other, Denise Bradford, of St. Clair, MO, Doug Ealer of St. Clair, MO
and Mike Ealer and wife, April, of St. Clair, MO
Daughters: #(1) Jane Brockman and husband, Jason, of St. Clair, MO
Grandchildren: #(12)
Great-Grandchildren: #(15)
Memorials may be made to the Mayo Clinic or Mercy Children’s Hospital, St.
Louis
Condolences may be sent to the family via our website:
russellcolonialfuneralhome.com
Richard Leon Lansford
9/1/2026
Richard Leon Lansford of Owensville, Mo passed away Wed., July 29, 2026.
A graveside service for 76 year old Richard Leon Lansford will be held Fri., Sept. 4, at 11:00 AM at Countryside Memorial Gardens in Owensville.
His survivors include his, wife, Shirley Lansford of the home;
sons, Russell and wife Brooklyn of Longwood, Fla., Jeremy Lansford of St. Clair,
daughter, Amy Lansford and companion Kyle Schraier of Clearwater, Fla.;
sisters, Janet McMinn of Gerald, PeeWee Howard and husband Kenny of Owensville;
brothers, Bob Lansford and wife Mae of Owensville and Tom Lansford and companion Melody Murphy of Fulton;
grandchildren, Domanic Carroll-Lansford and Amber Peters of Rolla, Xander Lansford of St. Clair, Peyton Lansford of Owensville, Diego Lansford of Owensville, and Levi and Logan Lansford of Longwood, Fla.
and great-grandchildren, Caden and Rowan Lansford of Rolla and Octavia Lansford of Owensville.
.Sharon Keeney
8/31/2026
Sharon "Sherry" Keeney (nee' Jaeckle), 78, of Washington, MO passed away Saturday, August 29, 2026.
She is survived by her husband, Gary Keeney of Washington; two daughters, Katherine Coonrod (Brian) and Gwendolyn Deisner (Matthew); five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; along with other relatives and friends.
Memorial visitation will be held from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO. Funeral services will immediately follow at 3:00 PM at the funeral home. A celebration of life will follow services. Interment will be held privately in Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Sherry's honor to Solace Hospice Care or the Alzheimer's Association Greater Missouri Chapter.
The Keeney family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.
James Diener
8/29/2026
James W. Diener,76, of Washington, passed away on August 25, 2026. Mr.
Diener, son of the late Leonard “Sparky” Diener and Bernadine nee
Marquart, was born on October 2, 1949, in Washington. He received his
education from Washington High School. On October 17, 1970, he was
united in marriage to Judith Maune in Krakow.
Jim served in the Army Reserves for 6 years, before he was honorably
discharged.
He was preceded in death by his parents; mother and father-in-law,
Marian and Omer Maune; two brother-in-laws, Eugene and Merrill Maune and
nephew, Robbie Fitzgerald.
Among his survivors are his wife, Judy Diener of Washington; four
children, Lisa Ennis of Washington, Christine Diener of Washington,
Matthew Diener and wife Vivian of Centralia, MO, and Julie Holdmeier and
husband Justin of Washington; six siblings, Dale Diener of Union, Nancy
Fitzgerald of Washington, Mike Diener and wife Donna of Beaufort, Kenny
Diener and wife Deb of Washington, Debbie Hecktor and husband James of
New Haven, and John Diener and wife Mary Ann of Marthasville; four
grandchildren, Nick Ennis and fiance Hailey Salyer, Andrew Holdmeier,
Aubrey Holdmeier, and Austin Holdmeier; brothers and sisters-in-law,
Barbara Laswell, Keith Maune and wife Cheryl, Kurt Maune and wife
Holly, Gerald Maune and wife Vicky, and Patrick Maune and wife Kapka;
loved ones and many friends.
A visitation will be held on Sunday, August 30, 2026, from 3-6 p.m. at
Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will begin
at 10 a.m. on Monday, August 31, 2026, at the St. Gertrude’s Church in
Krakow. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Memorial donations can
be made to the St. Gertrude’s School, Franklin County Humane Society, or
Masses
Arrangements in care of Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home, Washington.
James Kennedy
8/29/2026
James D. Kennedy, 83, of Pacific, MO passed away Thursday, August 27, 2026.
He is survived by three children, Kenneth Kennedy and wife Pam of Washington, Jim Kennedy and wife Donna of Washington, and Kimberly Door and husband Mike of Villa Ridge; eight grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren; one sister, Kathy Fischer and husband Ray of Pacific; along with other relatives and friends.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at Immaculate Conception Church in Union with Rev. Peter Blake officiating. Burial will follow in Union City Cemetery.
Visitation for 83-year-old James Kennedy will be held from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Monday, August 31, 2026 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or Masses.
The Kennedy family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.
James Siess
8/27/2026
James Siess, 82, of Union, MO passed away Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
He is survived by his wife, Jeannette Siess (nee’ Wildhaber) of Union; four children, Tina Lusk and husband Jason of Pacific, Justin Siess and wife Julie of Fenton, Jeremy Siess and wife Taletha of Union, and Jackie Eddington and husband Brian of St. Charles; seven grandchildren: Sierra Lusk, Jeannette, Josephine, Charlotte, and Owen Siess, Lily and Leo Eddington; two sisters, Eloise Siess of Wheat Ridge, CO and Lucy Taylor and fiancé Brian Sanders of Newport News, VA; one brother, Urban Siess of St. Clair; two sisters-in-law, Kathleen Laune of Washington and Dianne Wildhaber of Beaufort; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 1:00 PM on Friday, August 28, 2026 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Union with Rev. Chuck Tichacek officiating. Burial with full military honors will follow in the church cemetery.
Visitation for 82-year-old James Siess will be held from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Thursday, August 27, 2026 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. A parish rosary will be prayed at 4:30 PM on Thursday at the funeral home.
Memorial donations may be made to Immaculate Conception Church.
The Siess family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.
Michael Joseph Windels
8/27/2026
Michael Joseph Windels, 53, of Villa Ridge, MO passed away Monday, August 24, 2026.
He is survived by three siblings, Cindy Cline of Crystal Lake, IL, Dennis Windels and wife Tracy of Hoffman Estates, IL, and Erin Son and partner Tony Butera of Minooka, IL; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Services and interment will be held privately.
The Windels family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.
Kay Wade
8/26/2026
Kay Wade (nee' Gant), 84, of Villa Ridge, MO passed away Monday, August 24, 2026.
She is survived by two sons, Chuck Wilke of Villa Ridge and Scott Wilke and wife Carol of Villa Ridge; one grandson, Richard Wilke and wife Kelly of Wentzville; one brother, Reen Gant and wife Leslie of Montgomery City; along with other relatives and friends.
Interment will be held privately in the Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery in St. Louis.
The Wade family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.
Shirley Maune
8/26/2026
Shirley A. Maune, 79, of Washington, MO passed away August 25, 2026,
She is survived by her husband, Maurice Maune; three children, Eric (Linda) Maune of Washington, Heather (Todd) Yenzer of Union, Aaron (Missy) Maune of Warsaw, NC ; six grandchildren, Ian Yenzer of Herndon, VA, Logan Maune of Union, Megan Yenzer of Charleston, SC, Cameron Maune of Washington, McKenzie Maune of Warsaw, NC, Mekiah Maune of Warsaw, NC; two siblings, Joe (Sue Green) Phillips of Grandbury, TX, Christy (Russ) Clayton of Katy, TX; along with many other cherished family members and friends.
Visitation for 79-year-old Shirley Maune will be held Sunday, August 30, 2026, from 2:00 PM until 6:00 PM at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO. A funeral mass will be celebrated the following morning, Monday, August 31, 2026, at 10:00 AM at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Washington with Rev. Ryan Truss celebrating. Burial will immediately follow at St. Francis Borgia Cemetery in Washington.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or to Cardinal Glennon in Shirley's honor.
The Maune family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington.
Kathleen Olszowka
8/25/2026
Kathleen Olszowka (nee' Niemel), 79, of Union, MO passed away Sunday, August 23, 2026.
She is survived by her husband, Donald Olszowka of Union; two sons, Michael Olszowka and wife Tammy of Union and John Olszowka and wife Mandy of Country Club, MO; four grandchildren: Sophia, Casey, Maddee, and Mollee Olszowka; one sister, Laurie Azzarella of Daphne, AL; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Friday, August 28, 2026 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Union with Rev. Peter Blake officiating. Interment will be held privately in Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery.
Visitation for 79-year-old Kathleen Olszowka will be held from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Thursday, August 27, 2026 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, 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 Masses or American Legion Post 297 Auxiliary.
The Olszowka family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.
Donald Dierking
8/25/2026
Donald Dierking, 76, of Leslie, MO passed away Monday, August 24, 2026.
He is survived by his wife, Jeanne Dierking (nee' Bolzenius); his three children, Dawnette (Neil) Wiskur, Erica (James) Sterling and Joshua (Jillian) Dierking, and seven grandchildren; Addison, Lillian and Harper Wiskur, Driver, Truman, and Emmerson Sterling, and Anna Dierking. His brothers, Rodger (Janice) Dierking and Lenard (Rosie) Dierking. In-laws, Stan (Janet) Bolzenius, Val (Brenda) Bolzenius, Marvin (Diana) Bolzenius and Donna (Bob) Sturm; along with other relatives and friends.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Thursday, August 27, 2026 at St. Joseph Neier Catholic Church with Rev. Kevin Schmittgens officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
Visitation for 76-year-old Donald Dierking will be held from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. A parish rosary will be prayed at 2:30 PM on Wednesday at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Joseph Neier Church or American Cancer Society.
The Dierking family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.
Jimmie Barrick
8/24/2026
Jimmie “Jim” Barrick of Owensville passed away Friday, Aug. 21. Funeral services will be Wednesday, Aug. 26 at 11:00 a.m. at Gottenstroeter Chapel in Owensville. Burial will be in Countryside Memorial Gardens in Owensville.
Visitation for 79 year old Jim Barrick will be Wednesday from 9-11 a.m. at the chapel.
He is survived by his wife, Judy; daughter, Pam Barrick and partner Don Nagy; son, Scott Barrick and wife Anita; stepson, Hunter Hutchison; brothers, Danny Barrick and Benny Barrick
Wanda Barringhaus
8/21/2026
Wanda L. Barringhaus,94, of Washington, passed away on August 17, 2026,
in Washington. Mrs. Barringhaus, daughter of the late Lawrence Briggs
and Hazel nee Crews, was born on June 4, 1932, in Washington, MO. She
received her education from Washington High School. On June 9, 1951, she
was united in marriage to Virgil Barringhaus at the St. Francis Borgia
Church.
Wanda was an avid reader who always had a book nearby and a gifted
seamstress, crafting love in every stitch.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Virgil Barringhaus;
three children, Randy Barringhaus, Kirk Barringhaus, infant daughter,
Shellie Barringhaus, and sister, Betty Wehmeier.
Among her survivors are two daughters, Jonnie Callahan of Kemah, TX and
Kellie Moffitt and husband Todd of Washington; eight grandchildren, Amy
Bone and husband Clint, Jeremy Barringhaus and partner Lisa Corley, Erin
Callahan and husband Donald, Kimberly Stanley and husband Matthew,
Julie Warren and husband Justin, Matthew Moffitt and wife Jessica,
Becky Pate and husband Sam, and Ben Barringhaus and wife Danyee;
eighteen great-grandchildren; one sister-in-law, one brother-in-law,
cousins and friends.
A visitation will be held on Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 12:30 p.m.
to 1:30 p.m. at Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home, with the funeral
service beginning at 1:30 p.m. Interment will be in the St. Francis
Borgia Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to The Community
Literacy Foundation or the Franklin County Foster Closet.
Arrangements in care of Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home, Washington.
Jacquline Henry
8/20/2026
Jacquline Henry nee Brantley of Sullivan, MO, formerly of St. Clair, MO, passed away
Monday, August 17, 2026
Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 PM Friday, August 28, 2026 at
Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, St. Clair, MO
Visitation for 89 year old Jacquline Henry will be held from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM on
Friday, August 28, 2026 at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, St. Clair, MO
Burial in Crestview Memorial Park Haven of Rest Mausoleum, St. Clair, MO
She is survived by:
Sons: #(1) Anthony Henry of St. Clair, MO
Brothers: #(1)
Sisters: #(1)
Grandchildren: #(4)
Great-Grandchildren: #(9)
Memorials: May be made to the church
Condolences may be sent to the family via our website:
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Lonnie Hopkins
8/19/2026
Lonnie Hopkins, 58, of Washington, MO passed away Monday, August 17, 2026.
He is survived by his wife, Angie Hopkins (nee' Buuck) of Washington; two daughters, Abigail Edwards and husband Dylan of Ashland, MO and Emily Hopkins and fiancé Josh Hellebusch of Marthasville; one grandchild on the way; his mother, Judy Hopkins of Washington; parents-in-law, David and Suzanne Currence of Lees Summit and Clif and Deane Buuck of Readfield, ME; one sister, Cheryl Monzyk and husband Dave of Washington; two brothers, Doug Hopkins and wife Sharon of Washington and Scott Hopkins of Springfield, MO; along with aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, August 21, 2026 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO with Rev. Jeff Maassen officiating. Burial with full military honors will follow in the St. Francis Borgia Cemetery.
Visitation for 58-year-old Lonnie Hopkins will be held from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Thursday, August 20, 2026 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.
The Hopkins family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.
Lester Unnerstall
8/19/2026
Lester A. Unnerstall,94, of Washington, passed away on August 14, 2026.
Les, son of the late Otto Unnerstall and Clare nee Tobben, was born on
May 17, 1932, in Washington. He received his education from St. Francis
Borgia High School and Missouri School of Mines in Rolla, in 1958. On
August 25, 1956, he was united in marriage to Brooksie Turner at the St.
Francis Borgia Church. Mr. Unnerstall served his country honorably as a
member of the United States Army.
Les was employed by Mallinckrodt Chemical Works in 1958. While working
there, he also received a Patent for one of the projects that he was
involved in.
He also loved bowling and in 1963 he opened the bowling alley in
Washington. Les bowled 6, 300 games and was inducted into the Hall of
Fame. He was a member of the Four Rivers Bowling Association, Missouri
State Bowling Association, and past President of the Missouri State
Bowling Proprietors.
Mr. Unnerstall was also very involved in the Washington community, being
a member of the Lions Club, Elks, Knights of Columbus, American Legion,
VFW, and past President of the Chamber of Commerce.
He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Lance Unnerstall, and
three brothers, Orville Unnerstall, Kenny Unnerstall, and Wilbert
Unnerstall.
Among his survivors are his wife, Brooksie Unnerstall of Washington; two
children, Kean Unnerstall and wife Lynn of Florida and Traci Unnerstall
of Washington; two grandchildren, Hannah and Shelby Whitacre; other
relatives and friends.
A visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, from 4-7 p.m.
at Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home. Parish Rosary will begin at 3:30
p.m. Wednesday. Memorial Mass will begin at 10 a.m. on Thursday, August
20, 2026, at Our Lady of Lourdes Church. Memorial donations can be made
to the St. Francis Borgia Regional High School or St. Jude Children’s
Hospital.
Arrangements in care of Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home, Washington.
Richard Kitchell
8/18/2026
Richard Kitchell of Rosebud passed away Sunday, Aug. 16. Funeral services will be Friday, Aug. 21 at 11:00 a.m. at Gottenstroeter Chapel in Owensville. Burial will be in Schmidt Cemetery near Strain.
Visitation for 82 year old Richard Kitchell will be Friday from 9-11 a.m. at the Chapel.
He is survived by his children, Jeffrey Kitchell and wife Janet of St. Louis and Jason Kitchell and wife Lisa of Rosebud; and by four grandchildren.
Sharon Howard
8/18/2026
Sharon Howard of Owensville passed away Friday, Aug. 14. Funeral services will be Saturday, Aug. 22 at 11:00 a.m. at New Salem Baptist Church in Owensville. Burial will be in Countryside Memorial Gardens in Owensville.
Visitation for 77 year old Sharon Howard will be Friday from 9-11 a.m. at the church.
She is survived by her husband, Jim Howard; brother, Delmar Branson and sister-in-law, Laura Hinson.
Gene Harfst
8/14/2026
Gene Harfst, 90, of Gray Summit, MO passed away Wednesday, August 12, 2026.
He is survived by his wife, Laverne Harfst (nee' Stahlman) of Gray Summit; two sons, Dale Harfst and wife Linda of Union and James Harfst and wife Amy of Ballwin; son-in-law, Tom Farfan and wife Debbie of Eureka; six grandchildren: Amy Medina (Jose), Joey Farfan (Alicia), Tyler Harfst, Adam Harfst, Kyle Harfst, and Carilynn Harfst; three great-grandchildren: Winnie Farfan, Albert Farfan, and Oscar Medina; one brother, Robert Harfst and wife Kay of Gray Summit; two sisters-in-law, Marilyn Harfst of Labadie and Kathy Stolte of Washington; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Visitation for 90-year-old Gene Harfst will be held from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Sunday, August 16, 2026 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO. Visitation will resume at 9:00 AM on Monday, August 17, 2026 at Gray Summit United Methodist Church in Gray Summit, MO. Funeral services will immediately follow at 10:00 AM on Monday at the church with Pastor Nina Palumbo officiating. Burial with full military honors will follow in Midlawn Memorial Gardens in Union, MO.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Gray Summit United Methodist Church.
The Harfst family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.
George Reuber
8/14/2026
George Reuber, 94, of Washington, MO passed away Thursday, August 13, 2026.
He is survived by his wife, Leola Reuber (nee' Heckmann) of Washington; two daughters, Rita Reuber of Washington and Donna Reuber of Washington; sister-in-law, Romana Schroeder of Washington; along with nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Monday, August 17, 2026 at St. Francis Borgia Catholic Church in Washington, MO with Rev. Timothy Henderson officiating. Burial with full military honors will follow in the church cemetery.
Visitation for 94-year-old George Reuber will be held from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM on Sunday, August 16, 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, St. Francis Borgia Cemetery Fund, or St. Vincent de Paul Church (for tuition assistance).
The Reuber family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.
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:
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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:
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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:
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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:
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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:
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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.