Local Obituaries



Ronae Nicole Belloir
3/17/2024
Ronae Nicole Belloir of Bland passed away Wednesday, March 13,2024. Funeral services will be on Monday, March 18, at 11:00 a.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Rosebud, Mo. Visitation for 44 year old Ronae Nicole Belloir will be March 18 from 9 to 11 a.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Rosebud. Burial will be at Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery in Rosebud. Her survivors include: her parents, Ronald and Nantalie Belloir; her sister, Rochelle Maples and husband Andrew of Belle; and brother, Ryan Belloir and wife Yasmin of Long Beach, Calif; nephews, Noah Lee Maples and Theodore James Maples.



Virginia Ann VanLeer
3/16/2024
Virginia Ann VanLeer (nee’ Wilmesher), 85, of Beaufort, MO passed away Thursday, March 14, 2024. She is survived by one son, John VanLeer and wife Lori of Beaufort; two daughters: Beth Billington and husband Dan of Chamois, MO and Jill Pickard and husband Mark of DeSoto, MO; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; three brothers: Jim Wilmesher of Osage Beach, David Wilmesher (Linda) of VA, and Paul Wilmesher of Union; brother-in-law, Joe Faber of Union; sister-in-law, Helen Olm of Toronto, KS; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Monday, March 18, 2024 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Union with Rev. Peter Blake officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation for 85-year-old Virginia VanLeer will be held from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM on Sunday, March 17, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. A parish rosary will be prayed at 12:45 PM on Sunday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the St. Vincent de Paul Society, Franklin County 4-H Extension Council, or a charity of the donor's choice. The VanLeer family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.



Alexander Lee Stark
3/16/2024
Alexander Lee Stark, 29, of Washington, MO passed away Tuesday, March 12, 2024. He is survived by his mother, Mary McClure of Sweet Springs, MO; one brother, Leo Stark III of Union; his grandmother, Kathy Minks of Union; along with his extended family members Jeff and Tracie Wilmoth of Vienna; his best friend and brother, Trevor Lampkin of Kansas City; and his sisters: Kayla Wilmoth of New Haven, Breanna Cline of Springfield, MO, and Kristen Wilmoth of Union; along with other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held privately. The Stark family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union.



Janice Adams
3/15/2024
Janice Adams of Bland passed away Wednesday, March 13th. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday, March 20 at 11:00 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church Owensville. Burial in the church cemetery. Visitation for 85 year old Janice Adams will be Wednesday, March 20 from 9-11 a.m. at Gottenstroeter Funeral Home in Owensville. Survived by children, Donald Adams Jr. of St. Louis, Dawn Hannah of Bland and Cherie Friday and husband Mike of Union. Sister, Kay Voss of Arnold Grandchildren: 6 Greats: 15



Norma Jean Becker
3/15/2024
Norma Jean “Jeanie” Becker, 80, of Labadie, passed away on March 13, 2024. Jeanie, daughter of the late August Steffens and Evelyn nee Kleekamp, was born on September 8, 1943, in Washington. She received her education from Washington High School, graduating in 1961. On December 5, 1964, she was united in marriage to Donald Becker at the Pilgrim U.C.C. in Labadie. In 1995, she received her Associate of Arts degree from East Central College. Jeanie and Donald made a happy life on their farm in Labadie where they raised Dean, Debbie, and Sally. Jeanie was a worker. She never met a job she wouldn’t or couldn’t do. In addition to making a home and farming alongside Donald, Jeanie held several jobs in which she used her talent for cooking. Many of the ingredients in her delicious dishes came from their farm and the garden that Jeanie tended with love and a green thumb. Donald and Jeanie loved to travel and to watch sports, especially the Cardinals and the Mizzou Tigers. But Jeanie’s most favorite thing was her grandchildren. She was the grandma that everyone should have. Jeanie will be dearly missed as a mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Jeanie was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Donald Becker; daughter-in-law, Renee Becker; two siblings, Barbara Johns, James Steffens, and grandson, Jesse Becker. Among her survivors are three children, Dean Becker and Janet Eckelkamp of Union, Debbie Becker and Scott Luecker of Washington, and Sally Becker and husband Steve Hollis of Columbia, MO; siblings, George Steffens of Labadie, Helen Sands of Labadie, Martha Owens and husband Ronnie of Labadie, Robert Steffens and wife Sandy of Labadie, Verie Dothage of Labadie, and Richard Steffens and wife Becky of Washington; three grandchildren, Nathan Bowen and wife Lori of Henderson, NV, Hank Becker and significant other Mackenzie Hobeck of Jackson, MO, and Gus Hollis of Columbia, MO; two great-grandchildren, Nicholas Bowen of Springfield, MO and Cheyanna Bowen of Henderson, NV; other relatives and friends. A visitation will be held on Sunday, March 17, 2024, from 2-5 p.m. at Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home. Funeral service will begin at 9 a.m. on Monday, March 18, 2024, at Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home. Interment will be in the Bethel Cemetery in Labadie. Memorial donations can be made to Pilgrim U.C.C. in Labadie.



Arlene Zoellner
3/14/2024
Arlene A. Zoellner, 92, of Washington, passed away on March 7, 2024. Mrs. Zoellner, daughter of the late Bernard Tobben and Agnes nee Unnerstall, was born on January 7, 1932, in Washington. She received her education from St. Francis Borgia High School. On February 19, 1955, she was united in marriage to Paul Zoellner at St. Francis Borgia Church. Through a life well lived, Arlene was first and foremost a wife and mother who always put family above all else. Arlene loved the St. Louis Cardinals baseball team, rarely missing a game. She also enjoyed watching Jeopardy and painting by numbers. Arlene, in addition to raising her six children, was a working mom, most notably serving many years as the school secretary in the Washington Public School System at South Point Elementary. She also gave of her time to the community through volunteering at Mercy Hospital, the St Francis Borgia Food Pantry and Encore Resale Shop benefitting the ministries of St. Francis Borgia Parish. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Paul Zoellner; four brothers, Leonard Tobben, Vern Tobben, Bob Tobben and Bill Tobben; a sister, Margaret Tobben; two sisters-in-law, Lillian Tobben, Mary Tobben, and brother-in-law, John Struckhoff. Among her survivors are her children, Mark Zoellner and partner Michelle Weis of Salt Lake City, UT, Nancy Zoellner of St. Louis, Patrick Zoellner and wife Janice of Labadie, Daniel Zoellner and wife Michelle of Fenton, John Zoellner and wife Julie of Gilbert, AZ, and Timothy Zoellner and wife Frances of San Diego, CA; sister, Rita Struckhoff; grandchildren, Madelyn Zoellner, Max Zoellner, Laurin Willets, Nolan Zoellner, Andrea Zoellner, Hannah Bond, Joe Zoellner, Jake Zoellner, Jack Zoellner, and Alexa Zoellner; great-grandchildren, Drew Zoellner, Patrick Zoellner, June Willets, and Rosie Willets; sister-in-law, Marlene Tobben; loved ones and many friends. A visitation will be held on March 22, 2024, from 8-9:30 a.m. at Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home. Memorial Mass will begin at 10 a.m. at St. Francis Borgia Church. Memorial donations can be made to the St. Francis Borgia Church or the American Cancer Society.



Myra Albrecht
3/13/2024
Myra Albrecht (nee' Durdon), 81, of Union, MO passed away Monday, March 11, 2024. She is survived by her husband, James Albrecht of Union; one daughter, April Albrecht of Union; one son, Matthew Albrecht and wife Ericka of Union; one grandson, Timothy Hilmer of Union, MO; along with other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Missouri Department of Conservation. The Albrecht family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.



Brenda Sieckmann
3/13/2024
Brenda Sieckmann of Owensville passed away Monday, March 11th. Graveside service will be Wednesday, March 13 at 3:00 p.m. at Countryside Memorial Gardens. Survived by husband, Harvey of their home Children, Kim Angell and husband Bryan of Owensville Daughter-in-law, Brenda Minter and husband Lewis of Sharpsburg, Georgia Grandchildren, Beth of Sharpsburg, Georgia, Becca Sieckmann of Arlington, Virginia and Mercedes Angell of Cape Girardeau, Mo.



James Neier
3/12/2024
James H. Neier, 95, of Washington, passed away on March 8, 2024. Mr. Neier, son of the late August Neier and Rose nee Zwicke, was born on March 9, 1928, in Washington. He received his education from St Francis Borgia High School. On February 5, 1948, he was united in marriage to Florene Homeyer. Jim loved the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing. He also enjoyed making BBQ and cutting wood for the stove. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Florene Neier; three children, Mike Neier, Tim Neier, Sandy Neier; siblings, Sister Marie Neier, Bernice Dieckhaus, Leola Engemann, Louise Poepsel, Hans Neier, Buddy Neier, Rita Kuchem; daughter-in-law, Karol Neier; three brother-in-laws, Kenny Painter, Arlie Wessel, Jim Desmond, and sister-in-law, Penny Brown. Among his survivors are five daughters, Karen Halley and husband Mike of New Haven, Kathy Sieges and husband Herm of Union, Pat Taylor and husband Chuck of Washington, Susie Amburgy and husband Mike of Caulfield, MO, and Pam Kimminau and husband Bill of Washington; two siblings, Virginia Painter of Dutzow and Rosemary Wessel of Washington; twenty three grandchildren, thirty four great-grandchildren, one great-great grandchild; brother-in-law, Claude Brown; sister-in-law, Helen Desmond; loved ones and many friends. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, from 9-10 a.m. at Our Lady of Lourdes Church, with a memorial mass beginning at 10 a.m. Memorial donations can be made to the American Heart Association or the Ronald McDonald House. Arrangements in care of Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home, Washington.



Mary Chavez
3/12/2024
Mary A. Chavez nee Crafton of Festus, MO passed away Sunday, March 10, 2023 Graveside Services will be held at 11:00 AM Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at Crestview Memorial Park, St. Clair, MO The family of 64 year old Mary Chavez was served by Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO She is survived by: Daughters: #(1) Christina Cotton (Gabriel) of Festus, MO Sisters: #(1) Grandchildren: #(2) Great-Grandchildren: #(1) Memorials: American Lung Association Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com



Dawn Boschert
3/11/2024
Dawn Boschert, 66, of Union, MO (formerly of Crestwood, MO) passed away Friday, March 8, 2024. She is survived by one brother, Brian Boschert and wife Sue of Webster Groves; one sister, Crystal Boschert of Union; along with two nieces, other relatives, and friends. Funeral services will be held privately at a later date. The Boschert family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.



James Curtis Rhodes
3/11/2024
James (J.C.) Curtis Rhodes of Bland passed away Friday, March 8, 2024. Funeral services will be Tuesday, March 12, at 11:00 a.m. at Gottenstroeter Funeral Home Chapel in Owensville. Burial will be at Oak Forrest Cemetery in Bland. Visitation for 68 year old James (J.C.) Curtis Rhodes will be at 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Tuesday, March 12, at Gottenstroeter Funeral Home Chapel in Owensville. He is survived by: daughter: Tracey Peters of Kansas City, Mo.; and siblings: Sharon and husband Terry Janey of Beaufort; Bud and wife Kim Rhodes of Bland; Mary and husband Mervin Hafner of Bland, Nancy and husband Roger Willson of Jefferson City and Frank and wife Diane Rhodes of Bland.



Kenny Voss
3/8/2024
Kenny Voss, 61, of Union, MO passed away Tuesday, March 5, 2024. He is survived by his wife, Dawn Voss (nee' DeMiere) of Union; three sons: Landon Hansel of Union, Laine Hansel of Union, and Kyle DeMiere of Rolla; seven daughters: Tiffany Schlueter and husband William of Rolla, Brandi Voss of St. Charles, Stephanie Neill and husband Dan of Wright City, Ashley Hansel of Union, Kaylen Hansel of Union, Isabella Major of Union, and Ally Major of Union; his mother, Betty Heimann of Dutzow; one sister, Karla Nicholas and husband Lonnie of Wright City; two brothers: Keith Voss of Washington and Kevin Voss and wife Barbara of Washington; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Memorial services will be held at 7:00 PM on Friday, March 15, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO with Pastor Mark Meyers officiating. Interment will be held privately. Memorial visitation for 61-year-old Kenny Voss will be held from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Friday, March 15, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington. A rosary will be held at 3:30 PM on Friday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made the Voss family (checks payable to Dawn Voss). The Voss family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.



Theresa Overschmidt
3/8/2024
Theresa Overschmidt (nee' Stowe), 86, of Union, MO, passed away on Thursday, March 7, 2024. She is survived by two sons: Robert Overschmidt and wife Cyndi of Washington and Don Overschmidt and wife Maria of IN; three daughters: Jane Luechtefeld and husband Paul of Leslie, Amy Royle and husband Matthew of FL, and Susan McClung and husband Adam of Union; eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at Immaculate Conception Church in Union, MO with Rev. Peter Blake officiating. Interment will be held privately. Visitation for 86-year-old Theresa Overschmidt will be held from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. A parish rosary will be held at 3:45 PM on Tuesday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Masses or the Franklin County Humane Society. The Overschmidt family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.



Terry Eckelkamp
3/8/2024
Terry R. Eckelkamp, 67, of Washington, passed away on March 5, 2024. Terry, son of the late Earl Eckelkamp and Marilyn nee LeFarth, was born on August 17, 1956, in Washington. He received his education from St. Francis Borgia High School. Terry was an electrician by trade and began his career at Bell Electric. He then went on to work for Eckelkamp Electric until his retirement. Terry was a funny, caring, and very optimistic person. He always had a joke or story to share and enjoyed making others laugh. One of his most favorite things to do was to go fishing at his lake and have barbecues with his family and friends. He was an avid NASCAR and Three Stooges fan. He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl and Marilyn Eckelkamp and sister, Linda Eckelkamp. Among his survivors are his two daughters, Amber Fadler and husband Jakob of New Haven and Cody Eckelkamp and husband Michael Paul of Ballwin; siblings, Karla Westhoff and husband Rick of Marthasville, Tom Eckelkamp of Krakow, LuAnn Cooper of Washington, Elaine Schmitt and husband Glenn of Concord Hill, Eric Eckelkamp and wife Danette of Washington, Evon Bishop and husband Todd of Clover Bottom, and Edward Eckelkamp and wife Michele of Krakow; two grandchildren, Cohen and Aubree Fadler; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. A visitation will be held on Monday, March 11, 2024, from 4-7 p.m. at Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at St. Gertrude’s Church in Krakow. Interment will be in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the National MS Society.




3/7/2024
Alta (Nadine) Jarvis, 90, of Owensville, Mo., went to meet her Lord and Savior on Monday, March 4, 2024 at her residence. She was born Nov. 27, 1933, to James Franklin and Rilda Pearl (Mobley) Walker in Duke, Mo. She was united in marriage Dec. 1, 1956, to Carl Jarvis in Bland. Nadine was a member of First Baptist Church in Owensville where she enjoyed going to church and spending time with her church family and her family. She served Bland Baptist Church as secretary and treasurer for 27 years. Her favorite pastime was watching St. Louis Cardinals baseball games, sewing, embroidery, reading and working puzzles. She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Pearl; sisters, Ruth Delong, Ruby Hayes, Iva Manes, Orpha Mathis, Opal Medlock and Elma Cox; and two grandchildren, Joey DeBoeuf and Kissia Jarvis. She is survived by her husband, Carl of their home; children, Sandy Winistoerfer and husband Rick of Gerald, Roger Jarvis and Brenda of Owensville and Kathy Juarez and husband Joe of Antelope, Calif.; siblings, James Walker and wife Delores of Owensville and Ada Mae Lewis of Rolla; grandchildren, Amanda Stephens and husband Skip of Foristell, Amy DeBoeuf of Clearwater, Fla., Crystal Ditto and husband Andrew of Owensville, Samuel Juarez and Faith Juarez both of Antelope, Calif., Cody Winistoerfer and wife Courtney of Gerald and Marissa Juarez of Citrus Heights, Calif.; and great-grandchildren, Isaac, Ethan, Gabe and Bryson Ditto, Emily and Wyatt Stephens, Macee Jarvis and fiance Trent Garvey, Taryn Jansson, Hayden and Evelyn Winistoerfer and Alita Phillips. Visitation will be Friday, March 9 from 9-11 a.m. at First Baptist Church in Owensville. Funeral service will follow at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Kevin Sullivan officiating. Burial will be in Countryside Memorial Gardens. Memorials requested for family’s choice.



Leah Kaye Mustain
3/6/2024
Leah Kaye Mustain, 34, of Washington, MO passed away Monday, February 26, 2024. She is survived by mother, Karen Schmitz of Washington, MO; father, Daniel Mustain of East Alton, IL; grandmother, Louise Brune of Washington, MO; daughter, Lexi Ann Hoffman; four sisters, Carrie Mustain, Hannah Dvorak, Allison Mustain and Angela Schmitz; two brothers, Joshua Mustain and Rusty Mustain. Along with aunts, uncles, nieces, cousins, other relatives, and friends. Visitation will be held for the 34 year old, Leah Mustain, at 10:00 A.M. on Saturday March 9, 2024 at Jubilee Church of Washington, Mo. A memorial service will be held on March 9, 2024, at 11:00 A.M from the Jubilee Church of Washington, Mo. The Mustain family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home.



Barbara Dale Brown
3/6/2024
Barbara Dale Brown of Ozark, MO passed away Thursday, February 15, 2023 Memorial Services will be held at 12:00 PM Saturday, March 9, 2024 at Franklin County Baptist Association, Union, MO Visitation for 77 year old Barbara Brown will be held from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Saturday, March 9, 2024 at Franklin County Baptist Association, Union, MO A private committal will take place at a later date She is survived by: Sons: #(1)Mike Brown (Debbie) of Nixa, MO Daughters: #(1) Stacey Brown of St. Clair, MO Brothers: #(1) Sisters: #(3) Grandchildren: #(1) Great-Grandchildren: #( ) Memorials: May be made to Shwachman-Diamond Syndrome Foundation Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com



Jeanette Armistead
3/5/2024
Jeanette Armistead, 90, of Union, MO passed away Wednesday, February 28, 2024. She is survived by three sons: Charles Armistead of Hahira, GA, Bill Armistead of Jefferson City, MO, and Jim Armistead and wife Mary of Washington, MO; two daughters: Jane Armistead of Lawrenceville GA and Susie Armistead of Washington, MO; six grandchildren: Matt Thayer (Taylor), Kathleen Wills (Tyler), Rachel Rogers (partner Leslie Roesler), Daniel J. Armistead (Cassi), Daniel T. Armistead, Brenden Thayer (partner Kaliyah Stewart); and seven great-grandchildren: Quincy, Thomas, Grady, Cayden, Patrick, Elena, and Micah; along with other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, March 2, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. Burial will follow in Midlawn Memorial Gardens in Union, MO. Visitation for 90-year-old Jeanette Armistead will be held from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM on Saturday, March 2, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. The Armistead family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.



Burrell Simons
3/5/2024
Burrell “Fletcher” Simons, 79, of Union, MO passed away Saturday, March 2, 2024. He is survived by his wife, Colleen Simons (nee’ Berghorn) of Union; one son, Andy Simons and wife Beth of Union; one daughter, Christy Kahn and husband Alex of Webster Groves; 3 grandchildren; one brother, Ed Simons and wife Roberta of Washington; three sisters: Linda Welke and husband Rev. Orland of Canada, Ginny Dieckhaus of Washington, and Beth Nadler and husband Leroy of Augusta; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, March 8, 2024 at Zion United Church of Christ in Union, MO with Rev. Nicholas Knoblauch officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation for 79-year-old Fletcher Simons will be held from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Thursday, March 7, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Zion UCC Building Fund or Union Food Pantry. The Simons family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.



Harry Holdmeier
3/5/2024
Harry Holdmeier, 72, of Washington, MO passed away Thursday, February 29, 2024. He is survived by his wife, Melinda Holdmeier (nee’ Feldmann) of Washington; one son, Tim Holdmeier and wife Stephanie of Wentzville; one daughter, Tonya Funke and husband Kalen of Washington; three grandchildren; four sisters: Linda Brunner of Washington, Donna Meyer and husband Harold of Washington, Jane Archibee and husband Mark of Washington, and Betty Herkenhoff of Union; two brothers: Kenneth Holdmeier of Washington and Steve Holdmeier of Stony Hill; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, March 5, 2024 at St. Francis Borgia Catholic Church in Washington with Rev. Jeff Maassen officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation for 72-year-old Harry Holdmeier will be held from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Monday, March 4, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or Masses. The Holdmeier family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.



Barbara Ann Kennedy
3/5/2024
Barbara Ann Kennedy nee Todd of Columbia, MO passed away Saturday, March 2, 2024 Funeral Mass for 76 year old Barbara will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday, March 7, 2024 At St. Clare Catholic Church, St. Clair, MO Burial in Anaconda Community Cemetery, St. Clair, MO She is survived by: Daughters: #(2) Renee Hoagenson and Michele Kennedy Grandchildren: #( 5) Great-Grandchildren: #(2) Memorials: none Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com



Nellie Ann Davis
3/5/2024
Nellie Ann Davis nee Bailey of St. Clair, MO passed away Sunday, March 3, 2023 Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 AM Friday, March 8, 2024 at First Baptist Church, St. Clair, MO Visitation for 96 year old Nellie Davis will be held from 4:00 to 8:00 PM on Thursday, March 7, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO and after 9:00 AM on Friday, March 8, 2024 at First Baptist Church, St. Clair, MO Burial in Midlawn Memorial Garden, Union, MO She is survived by: Sisters: #(1) Eileen Struck of Pensacola, FL Memorials: May be made to First Baptist Church, St. Clair, MO Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com



Donald Burhans
3/5/2024
Donald Burhans, 79, of Washington, MO passed away Saturday, March 2, 2024. He is survived by his wife, Claire Saucier of Washington; one daughter, Michelle Burhans of Watsonville, CA; one son, Donald Burhans of Aptos, CA; two grandchildren, Raven and Garett Ayo; one brother, Russell Burhans and wife Sue of VA; one sister, Wendy Ross and husband Warren of Northport, NY; his mother-in-law, Frances Saucier of Washington; sister-in-law, Jean Richardson and husband Bob of FL; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 1:00 PM on Monday, March 11, 2024 at St. Francis Borgia Catholic Church in Washington, MO with Rev. Jeff Maassen officiating. Interment will be held privately in the church cemetery at a later date. Visitation for 79-year-old Donald Burhans will be held from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM on Sunday, March 10, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO. A parish rosary will be held at 12:30 PM on Sunday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Iron Spike Model Train Museum. The Burhans family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.



Mary Ann Blaske
3/4/2024
Mary Ann Blaske of Owensville passed away Saturday, March 2nd. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, March 9th at 11:00 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Owensville. Burial will be in church cemetery. Visitation for 97 year old Mary Ann Blaske will be from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. at Gottenstroeter Chapel in Owensville. Survived by children, Suzie Farris and husband James of St. Louis, Paula Belloir and husband Roger of Roseburg Oregon, Jeff Blaske and wife Brenda of Defiance and Randy Blaske and wife Stephanie of Mt. Sterling Grandchildren: 6 Greats: 4



Franklin Anderson
3/4/2024
Franklin Anderson of Owensville passed away Sunday, March 3rd. Funeral services will be Tuesday, March 5 at 11:00 p.m. at Gottenstroeter Chapel in Owensville. Burial in Boeuff Presbyterian Cemetery. Visitation for 80 year old Franklin Anderson will be Tuesday from 9-11 a.m. at the Chapel. Survived by wife, Berneice of their home; children, Robin Lenauer and husband Chris and Adam Anderson and wife Natasha all of Owensville Siblings, Ruby Joshu, Roger Anderson, Clifford Anderson and wife Sheila all of Piedmont. Grandchildren: 6 Greats: 7



Harry Holdmeier
3/2/2024
Harry Holdmeier, 72, of Washington, MO passed away Thursday, February 29, 2024. He is survived by his wife, Melinda Holdmeier (nee’ Feldmann) of Washington; one son, Tim Holdmeier and wife Stephanie of Wentzville; one daughter, Tonya Funke and husband Kalen of Washington; three grandchildren; four sisters: Linda Brunner of Washington, Donna Meyer and husband Harold of Washington, Jane Archibee and husband Mark of Washington, and Betty Herkenhoff of Union; two brothers: Kenneth Holdmeier of Washington and Steve Holdmeier of Stony Hill; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, March 5, 2024 at St. Francis Borgia Catholic Church in Washington with Rev. Jeff Maassen officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation for 72-year-old Harry Holdmeier will be held from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Monday, March 4, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or Masses. The Holdmeier family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.



Carol Drewel
3/1/2024
Carol Sue Drewel of Union, MO passed away Saturday, March 24, 2024 Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 AM Monday, March 4, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Visitation for 74 year old Carol will be held from 4:00 to 8:00 PM on Sunday, March 3, 2024 and after 9:00 AM on Monday, March 4, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Burial in Liberty Cemetery, Belle, MO She is survived by: Son1: #(1) Mike Drewel, Sr. and wife, Marcie, of Boerne, TX Brothers: #(1) Sisters: #(1) Grandchildren: #(2) Memorials: May be made to the Alzheimer’s Association Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com



Kathy Kleekamp
3/1/2024
Kathy Kleekamp of Chesterfield, MO, formerly of Washington, MO, passed away Monday, February 26, 2024. She is survived by one son: Justin Brandt (Melinda) of Gypsum, CO; four grandchildren: Macklin, Macy, Molly, and Mya; three sisters: Mary Beth Kleekamp, Maureen Kleekamp, and Christine Barrett (Daryl); two brothers: Roger Kleekamp (Lori) and Karl Kleekamp, all from Washington, MO. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, March 5,2024 at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Washington, MO. Burial will follow in St. Francis Borgia Catholic Cemetery. Visitation for the 72 year old will be held from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Monday, March 4,2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO. Memorial donations may be made to UMSL Optometry Scholarship.



Pat Tobben
2/29/2024
Pat Tobben, 68, of Villa Ridge, Mo. passed away Tuesday, February 27, 2024. She is survived by husband: Tony Tobben of Villa Ridge; sons: Cody Tobben and wife Amanda of Grubville, Mo. and Anthony Tobben Jr. and wife Amanda of Union, Mo.; daughters: Jessica Homeyer and husband Scott of Washington, Mo., Jennifer Brune and husband Thomas of Villa Ridge, Mo., and Cary Sloan and significant other Timothy Eastman; sister: Judy Schultz of Union, Mo.; brother: Scott Brooks and significant other Jax Pomales; as well as 11 grandchildren. Funeral Mass will be Saturday, March 2, at 12:00 PM at St. John the Baptist Church-Gildehaus with a meal to follow. Burial services will be private. Visitation will be held for the 68 year old, Pat Tobben, on Friday, March 1, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, Mo. from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM. A Rosary will be held at 3:45 PM on Friday. Memorial donations may be made out to the Franklin County Humane Society or Masses. The Tobben family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home.



Marceline Schmitt
2/29/2024
Marceline E. “Tudy” Schmitt, 93, of Washington, passed away on January 27, 2024. Mrs. Schmitt, daughter of the late John M. Uhrmann and Margaret nee Crismon, was born on September 8, 1930, in Washington. She received her education from Washington High School. On April 5, 1951, she was united in marriage to Kenneth F. Schmitt. Tudy adored her children and grandchildren. She was an avid reader, loved cooking, and enjoyed the beauty of flowers and the outdoors. She was a member of St. Francis Borgia Parish. Mrs. Schmitt was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Kenneth F. Schmitt; two brothers, John Uhrmann and Richard Uhrmann and two sister-in-laws, Gloria Uhrmann and Janet Uhrmann. Among her survivors are two children, Steve Schmitt and wife Melanie of Laramie, WY and Anne Cochran and husband John of St. Louis: grandchildren, Emily Schmitt and husband Kevin Shimkus of Laramie, WY, Taylor Reda and husband Nick of St. Louis, and Alec Cochran and wife Dani of St. Louis; two great-grandchildren, Luke Shimkus and Dominic Reda; loved ones and many friends. A Memorial Mass will be held on March 9, 2024, at 10 a.m. at St. Francis Borgia Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the St. Francis Borgia Grade School Tuition Assistance Fund. Arrangements in care of Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home, Washington.



Michael Edward Malady
2/27/2024
Michael Edward Malady of Byrnes Mill, MO passed away Friday, February 23, 2023 Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 PM Thursday, February 29, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Visitation for 66 year old Michael Malady will be held from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM on Thursday, February 29, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Burial in Anaconda Community Cemetery, St. Clair, MO He is survived by: Spouse: Debra Malady nee Hansel of High Ridge, MO Sons: #(1) Michael Malady of High Ridge, MO Daughters: #(4) Erika Malady of Los Angeles, CA, Erin Spoon (Kris) of Hazelwood, MO, Michelle Pelias (Doug) of St. Charles, MO and Dana Perkins (Dominic) of state of Maine Brothers: #(4) Sisters: #(5) Grandchildren: #(2) Memorials: May be made to the American Cancer Society Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com



Evelyn Lakebrink
2/26/2024
Evelyn B. Lakebrink, 93, of Washington, passed away on February 21, 2024. Mrs. Lakebrink, daughter of the late Dr. John P. Post and Mimi Wallmeier, was born on September 10, 1930 in Washington. She received her education from St. Francis Borgia High School. On June 16, 1951, she was united in marriage to Marvin E. Lakebrink and St. Francis Borgia Church. Mrs. Lakebrink had a love for music, especially the piano. She was an instructor for many years and was also the pianist for the Civic Chorus. She enjoyed gardening, ceramics, painting, and playing bridge. But most of all she loved her family and visiting with all of them. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Marvin E. Lakebrink; daughter, Diane Lakebrink Schnelt; siblings, Dr. John Post, Marian Post Struckhoff, David Post, and Jackie Post Miller. Among her survivors are her children, Linda Kelly and husband Mike of Chesterfield, John Lakebrink of Chesterfield, Mimi Nelson and husband Jim of Wentzville, Anita Eckelkamp and husband Jim of Washington, Mary Ronchetto and husband Gene of Woodlands, TX, Tom Lakebrink and wife Cathy of Liberty, MO, Theresa Lakebrink of Warrenton, and Jeanne Dicks and husband Ted of Sewell, NJ; grandchildren, Mike Kelly and wife Mariam, Brian Kelly and significant other Samantha, Mark Schnelt and wife Tonia, Thomas Schnelt, Kathryn Wallach and husband Adam, Nick Eckelkamp and wife Jaimee, Erica Ronchetto and husband Alex, Andrew Ronchetto and wife Lorena, Matthew Lakebrink and wife Emily, Drew Lakebrink and wife Lauren, Jake Dicks and significant other Allison, Joshua Dicks, Carilee Lakebrink and significant other Casey, Michelle McCubbin and husband Brett, Scott Lakebrink and wife Debra, Lauren Krueger and husband Maxx, and Kirk Lakebrink and wife Hannah; great-grandchildren, sister-in-law, Marianna Schwane, loved ones and friends. A visitation will be held on Friday, March 1, 2024 from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 11 a.m. at 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 St. Francis Borgia Grade School.



Evelyn Lakebrink
2/24/2024
Evelyn B. Lakebrink, 93, of Washington, passed away on February 21, 2024. Mrs. Lakebrink, daughter of the late Dr. John P. Post and Mimi Wallmeier, was born on September 10, 1930 in Washington. She received her education from St. Francis Borgia High School. On June 16, 1951, she was united in marriage to Marvin E. Lakebrink and St. Francis Borgia Church. Mrs. Lakebrink had a love for music, especially the piano. She was an instructor for many years and was also the pianist for the Civic Chorus. She enjoyed gardening, ceramics, painting, and playing bridge. But most of all she loved her family and visiting with all of them. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Marvin E. Lakebrink; daughter, Diane Lakebrink Schnelt; siblings, Dr. John Post, Marian Post Struckhoff, David Post, and Jackie Post Miller. Among her survivors are her children, Linda Kelly and husband Mike of Chesterfield, John Lakebrink of Chesterfield, Mimi Nelson and husband Jim of Wentzville, Anita Eckelkamp and husband Jim of Washington, Mary Ronchetto and husband Gene of Woodlands, TX, Tom Lakebrink and wife Cathy of Liberty, MO, Theresa Lakebrink of Warrenton, and Jeanne Dicks and husband Ted of Sewell, NJ; grandchildren, Mike Kelly and wife Mariam, Brian Kelly and significant other Samantha, Mark Schnelt and wife Tonia, Thomas Schnelt, Kathryn Wallach and husband Adam, Nick Eckelkamp and wife Jaimee, Erica Ronchetto and husband Alex, Andrew Ronchetto and wife Lorena, Matthew Lakebrink and wife Emily, Drew Lakebrink and wife Lauren, Jake Dicks and significant other Allison, Joshua Dicks, Carilee Lakebrink and significant other Casey, Michelle McCubbin and husband Brett, Scott Lakebrink and wife Debra, Lauren Krueger and husband Maxx, and Kirk Lakebrink and wife Hannah; great-grandchildren, sister-in-law, Marianna Schwane, loved ones and friends. A visitation will be held on Friday, March 1, 2024 from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 11 a.m. at 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 St. Francis Borgia Grade School.



Mary Scheer
2/24/2024
Mary Scheer (nee' Luttrell), 87, of Washington, MO passed away Thursday, February 22, 2024. She is survived by one daughter, Becky Brown and husband Steve of Washington; two grandchildren: Jess McGuire (Micah) of Lees Summit and Abby Brown (Austin Weiss) of Springfield; one sister, Bonnie Wisecarver of Washington; two sisters-in-law: Romana Welsh and Arlene Marts, both of Washington; brother-in-law, Bobby Mueller of Washington; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 11:30 AM on Monday, February 26, 2024 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Washington with Pastor Craig Wehmeyer officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation for 87-year-old Mary Scheer will be held from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM on Monday, February 26, 2024 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Washington. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Immanuel Lutheran School. The Scheer family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.



Rhonda Brown
2/23/2024
Rhonda Brown (nee Hendricks), 69, of Villa Ridge, MO passed away Thursday, February, 22, 2024. She is survived by five children: Tracy Parker and husband Andy of Union, Haley Brown-Alonzo of Union, Earl Brown of Villa Ridge, Brad Brown of Villa Ridge, and Chris Brown of Villa Ridge; eight grandchildren; one brother, Mark Hendricks, of St. Louis, MO; brother-in-law, Daniel Adams of Licking, MO ; two sisters-in-law: Katina Goodman and husband Ron of Beaufort, MO and Carolyn Brown of Lake Sherwood, MO; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held privately followed by a private burial in Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Villa Ridge, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. The Brown family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.



Alice Tomas
2/23/2024
Alice Tomas (nee' Bernstein), 90, of Union, MO passed away on Tuesday, February 20, 2024.Debbie Litwiller and husband Steve of Booneville, Missouri. seven grandchildren, five great grandchildren. She is survived by two daughters: Pam Disney of Union and Debbie Litwiller and husband Steve of Booneville; seven grandchildren and five great grandchildren; along with other relatives and friends. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to the Franklin County Humane Society. The Tomas family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, Mo.



Doris Feth
2/22/2024
Doris Feth (nee' Frankenberg), 85, of Beaufort, MO passed away Wednesday, February 21, 2024. She is survived by five children: Phyliss Fink and husband Mike, Doug Feth and wife Inez, Karen Bleckman and husband Fritz, Tim Feth and wife Denise, and Dewayne Feth and wife Theresa; 12 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren; one brother, Don Frankenberg; brother-in-law, Orville Schroepfer; sister-in-law, Jane Oehlert; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Saturday, February 24, 2024 at St. Joseph Neier Catholic Church with Rev. Peter Blake officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation for 85-year-old Doris Feth will be held from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Friday, February 23, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. The Divine Mercy Chaplet will be held at 3:30 PM on Friday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or Masses to St. Joseph Neier. The Feth Family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.



JoAnn Hoelscher
2/22/2024
JoAnn C. Hoelscher, 82, of Washington, passed away on February 19, 2024. Mrs. Hoelscher, daughter of the late Lawrence Ballmann and Alma nee Hotmer, was born on June 14, 1941, in Marthasville. She received her education from St. Francis Borgia High School. On May 26, 1962, she was united in marriage to David Hoelscher at Our Lady of Lourdes Church. JoAnn loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She enjoyed having guests over to her home to swim and watching the hummingbirds on her back porch. She was preceded in death by her parents; son-in-law, Chuck Byrd; siblings, Tippy Feldmann, Ralph Ballmann, Lawrence Ballmann, James Ballmann, Charles Ballmann, and Audrey Aholt. Among her survivors are her husband, David Hoelscher of Washington; children, Terry Hoelscher of Washington, Cindy Byrd of Washington, and Peggy Brinkmann and husband David of Washington; siblings, Tootsie Trentmann of Krakow and Helen Hilgedick of Pittsfield, IL; grandchildren, Nathaniel Byrd and significant other Kim Strubberg and her daughter, Ember, Lucas Brinkmann, Aaron Brinkmann, and Kayla Brinkmann; great-granddaughter, Vesper Byrd; other relatives and friends. A visitation will be held on Sunday, February 25, 2024, from 3-6 p.m. at Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home. A funeral mass will begin at 10 a.m. on Monday, February 26, 2024, at St. Francis Borgia Church. Memorial donations can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or St. Francis Borgia Church.



Robert Schallenberg
2/20/2024
Robert F. Schallenberg of O”Fallon, MO passed away Saturday, February 26, 2023 Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 PM Monday, February 26, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Visitation for 95 year old Robert Schallenberg will be held from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM on Monday, February 26, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Burial in Crestview Memorial Park, St. Clair, MO He is survived by: Sons: #(2) Robert L. Schallenberg (Mary) of Parker, TX and Charles Kevin Schallenberg (Debbie) of Foristell, MO Sisters: #(1) Grandchildren: #(3) Great-Grandchildren: #(7) Memorials: May be made to First Baptist Church, O’Fallon, MO Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com



Dennis Fricke
2/20/2024
Dennis Fricke, 71, of Union, MO passed away Monday, February 19, 2024. He is survived by three daughters: Alicia Fricke of Fenton, Heather Fricke of Richmond Heights, and Elizabeth Lee and husband Eddie of Union; two grandchildren: Jessica Vondera and husband Spencer and Judge LaMunion; two great-grandchildren: Marcus and Emma Vondera; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, February 21, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO with Pastor Roger Johnson officiating. Burial will follow in St. John’s Lutheran Cemetery in Ellisville. Visitation for 71-year-old Dennis Fricke will be held from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM on Wednesday, February 21, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to MO Dept. of Conservation. The Fricke family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.



Reva Georgia Benton
2/20/2024
Reva Georgia Benton nee Sites of St. Clair, MO passed away Saturday, February 17, 2024 Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM Friday, February 23, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Visitation for 62 year old Reva Benton will be held from 10:00 to 11:00 AM on Friday, February 23, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Burial in Anaconda Community Cemetery, St. Clair, MO She is survived by: Spouse: Johnny Allen Benton, Sr. of St. Clair, MO Sons: #(2) Billy Kelley, Jr. (Miryha) of Bourbon, MO and Justin Kelley of Sullivan, MO Daughters: #(1) Carrie Owens of Sullivan, MO Brothers: #(1) Sisters: #(3) Grandchildren: #(6) Great-Grandchildren: #(4) Memorials: Anaconda Community Cemetery Fund Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com



Mike Chilovich
2/18/2024
Mike Chilovich, 79, of Washington, MO passed away Saturday, February 17, 2024. He is survived by his wife, Sharon Chilovich (nee' Gullet) of Washington; two daughters: Tricia Wagner and fiancé Kevin Haslag of Washington and Chris Mash and husband Billy of Union; 8 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren; one sister, Terry O'Donnell and husband Patrick "OD" of Washington; sister-in-law, Theresa Waterman and husband Charlie of Eldridge, MO; along with other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM on Thursday, February 22, 2024 at Lifestream Church in Washington, MO with Pastor Stephen Whistler officiating. Full military honors will immediately follow. Interment will be held privately. Visitation for 79-year-old Mike Chilovich will be held from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Wednesday, February 21, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Union Fire Protection District. The Chilovich family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.



Donna Faye Baker-Thurman
2/17/2024
Donna Faye Baker-Thurman of Lonedell, MO passed away Thursday, February 15, 2023 Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 AM Monday, February 19, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Visitation for 68 year old Donna Thurman will be held from 9:00 to 10:00 AM on Monday, February 19, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Burial in Oak Grove Cemetery, Lonedell, MO She is survived by: Sons: #(1) Mitchell Thurman (Shelby) of Lonedell, MO Brothers: #(2) Grandchildren: #(1) Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com



Yvonne Schickler
2/16/2024

Yvonne Schickler (nee’ Pate), 67, of Washington, MO passed away Thursday, February 15, 2024.

She is survived by her husband, Joseph Schickler of Washington; three children: John Schickler, Jennifer Schickler-Sabo and husband Jason, and Justin Schickler, all of Washington; one grandchild, Evan Richart; four sisters: Rachelle Pate of Washington, Lynn Pursley of Tulsa, OK, Nancy Monzyk of Washington, and Sue Schickler and husband Jim of Lake St. Louis; six brothers: Dr. Bruce Monzyk and wife Sally of Town Creek, AL, Danny Monzyk and wife Sharon of Union, Mark Monzyk and wife Robin of Washington, Dr. Matt Monzyk and wife Cherie of New Haven, Allen Monzyk and wife Debbie of Marthasville, and Kevin Monzyk of Washington; six sisters-in-law: Vickie Pate of FL, Ann Schutte of St. Louis, Barbara Chapman of St. Louis, Mary Schott of St. Louis, Rose Marrocco and husband Frank of Labadie, and Christina Glasstetter and husband Jerry of Labadie; three brothers-in-law: Tim Hill of Washington, John Schickler and wife Celeste of Imperial, and Tom Schickler and wife Kelly of Washington; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, February 20, 2024 at St. Francis Borgia Catholic Church in Washington, MO with Rev. Tim Henderson officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

Visitation for 67-year-old Yvonne Schickler will be held from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Monday, February 19, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO. A parish rosary will be held at 3:30 PM on Monday at the funeral home.

The Schickler family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.




Lorraine Weirich
2/15/2024
Lorraine Weirich of Leslie passed away Tuesday, Feb. 13th. Funeral services will be Saturday, Feb. 17 at 12 noon at St. Paul’s United Church of Christ in Gerald. Burial in Martin-Weirich Cemetery in Leslie. Visitation for 102 year old Lorraine Weirich will be Satruday from 9-12 noon at the church. Survived by children, Pat Brune and husband Ron of Leslie, Kerry Weirich and wife Sanda of Washington and Jan Fritzemeyer and husband Ed of Leslie Sisters-in-law, Susie Weirich of Robertsville, Ima Jean Meyer and Shirley Brautigan both of Union Grandchildren: 7 Greats: 17 Great, great: 1



Kenny Scheer
2/13/2024
Kenny Scheer, 87, of Washington, MO passed away Saturday, February 10, 2024. He is survived by his wife, Mary Lee Scheer (nee' Luttrell) of Washington; one daughter, Becky Brown and husband Steve of Washington; two grandchildren: Jess McGuire (Micah) of Lees Summit, MO and Abby Brown (Austin Weiss) of Springfield, MO; one sister, Arlene Marts of Washington; two sisters-in-law: Bonnie Wisecarver and Romana Welsh, both of Washington; brother-in-law, Bobby Mueller of Washington; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 11:30 AM on Wednesday, February 14, 2024 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Washington, MO with Pastor Craig Wehmeyer officiating. Burial with full military honors will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation for 87-year-old Kenny Scheer will be held from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM on Wednesday, February 14, 2024 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Washington. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Immanuel Lutheran School or St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital. The Scheer family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.



Charles Larkin
2/13/2024
Charles "Red" Larkin, 87, of Washington, MO passed away Friday, February 9, 2024. He is survived by his wife, Carol Larkin (nee' Wilson) of Washington; one daughter, Kathy Volkmann and husband David of Lake St. Louis; one son, Chuck Larkin of Chicago, IL; four grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren; one sister, Effie Christopher of DeSoto, MO; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held privately. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery in DeSoto, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Samaritan's Purse. The Larkin family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.



Mels Holmberg
2/12/2024
Nels Holmberg, 83, of Krakow, MO passed away Friday, February 9, 2024. He is survived by his wife, Sandra Holmberg (nee’ Wingate) of Krakow; two children: Anne Jespersen of Stevens Point, WI and Jon Holmberg and wife Lisa of Bloomfield, CO; four grandchildren: David Jespersen, Sarah Jespersen, Sam Holmberg, and Kate Holmberg; one brother, Charles Holmberg of Erick, OK; one sister, Kristin Fewel and husband Robert of Wauwatosa, WI; sister-in-law, Patricia Bevelhymer and husband Darrell of Forth Worth, TX; along with other relatives and friends. Nels was preceded in death by his parents, John and Julia (nee’ Camp) Holmberg, and his son-in-law, Dane Jespersen. Services will be held privately. Memorial donations may be made to Missouri Botanical Gardens. The Holmberg family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.



Frank Friday
2/12/2024
Frank Friday, 90, of Union, MO passed away Saturday, February 10, 2024. He is survived by two sons: Steven Friday of Union and James Michael Friday and wife Sherie of Union; three daughters: Paula Ershen and husband Keith of Washington, Susan Cernich and husband Paul of Fenton, and Deborah Fields and husband Michael of Jackson; 16 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren; along with other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM on Tuesday, February 13, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. Burial with full military honors will follow in Union City Cemetery. Visitation for 90-year-old Frank Friday will be held from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM on Tuesday, February 13, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Disabled American Veterans. The Friday family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.



Keith Maune
2/12/2024
Keith Maune, 68, of Krakow passed away Friday, February 9, 2024. He is survived by his wife, Cheryl Maune (nee’ Shortt); two sons: Timothy Maune and wife Sara of Dutzow and Brian Maune and wife Kayla of Krakow; 6 grandchildren; five siblings: Jamie Lakebrink of New Haven, Cindy Frick (David) of Washington, Dale Maune (Dawn) of Hermann, Larry Maune (Carla) of Union, Peggy Adkison, and Andy Maune (Cheri), all of Washington; along with other relatives and friends. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 AM on Saturday, February 17, 2024 at St. Gertrude Catholic Church in Krakow. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. A Celebration of Life and luncheon will be held at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Washington following services. Memorial visitation for 68-year-old Keith Maune will be held from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Friday, February 16, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO. The Knights of Columbus rosary will be prayed at 2:45 PM on Friday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations are preferred to Dutzow Community Club. The Maune family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.



Connie Struckhoff
2/10/2024
Connie Struckhoff (nee' Feldmann), 75, of Augusta, MO passed away Friday, February 9, 2024. She is survived by her husband, Robert "Bob" Struckhoff of Augusta; four children: Rob Struckhoff and wife Angela of Augusta, Cori Haberberger and husband Bernie of Marthasville, Stefanie Deanda and husband Joe of Augusta, and Brian Struckhoff of Augusta; 6 grandchildren: Owen Struckhoff, Sydney Haberberger, Avery Struckhoff, Soyeur Haberberger, Case Struckhoff, and JC Deanda; two brothers: Ken Feldmann and wife Chris of Krakow and Kevin Feldmann and wife Janice of Washington; two sisters: Carlene Rothrock of Dutzow and Kathy Marquart and husband Rick of Femme Osage; three sisters-in-law: Leona Pauk of Augusta, Judy Struckhoff of Augusta, and Jane Hemmersmeyer and husband Jerry of Old Monroe; one brother-in-law, Cletus Struckhoff of Fairview Heights, IL; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Saturday, February 17, 2024 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Augusta, MO with Rev. Dennis Doyle officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation for 75-year-old Connie Struckhoff will be held from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Friday, February 16, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO. A parish rosary will be prayed at 3:30 PM on Friday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Immaculate Conception Church-Augusta, St. Francis Borgia Regional High School, or Exceptional Equestrians. The Struckhoff family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.



Marcia Herbst
2/8/2024
Marcia Herbst (nee’ Hill), 78, of Union, MO passed away Tuesday, February 6, 2024. She is survived by her husband, Joe Herbst of Union; two sons: Joe Herbst II and wife Angela of Union and Andy Herbst and wife Jennifer of Union; seven grandchildren: Ashley Helmig (Colten), Jordan Luscan (Derek), Joey Herbst, Lauren Herbst, Haley Herbst, Hannah Herbst, and Will Herbst; two great-grandchildren: Amelia Helmig and Clayten Helmig; three sisters-in-law: Teresa Hill of Indiana, Janice Hill of St. Louis, and Helen Wolter (Dave) of St. Louis; two brothers-in-law: Tom Herbst (Susie) of Union and Andy Herbst (Kim Stuesse) of Union; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Memorial visitation for 78-year-old Marcia Herbst will be held from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM on Saturday, February 10, 2024 in the Parish Hall at St. Joseph Neier Catholic Church in Union, MO. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 AM on Saturday, February 10, 2024 in the Parish Hall at St. Joseph Neier Catholic Church with Rev. Peter Blake officiating. Interment will be held privately. A luncheon will immediately follow mass. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Joseph Neier Church. The Herbst family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.



Nicolas Gene Herbst
2/8/2024
NICOLAS GENE HERBST, of Robertsville, Missouri passed away January 27, 2024. Celebration of Life for 60 year old Mr. Herbst will be held from 2:00 until 5:00 P.M. on Saturday, February 10, 2024 at the Opera House of Pacific, Pacific Mr. Herbst is survived by: HIS WIFE: Christina Herbst (nee Schnieder), Robertsville THREE SONS: Jason and wife Amanda Schnieder, Curtis Herbst, and Caleb Herbst ONE BROTHER: Phil and wife Phyllis Herbst, Union ONE SISTER: Georgeanne and husband Steve, Canada THREE GRANDCHILDREN: Tucker, Ava, and Jacob The Herbst family has requested memorials to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital The Herbst family was served by Bell Funeral Home, Pacific.



Cindy Pecenka
2/8/2024
Cindy Pecenka, 65, of Washington, MO passed away Monday, February 5, 2024. She is survived by her husband, Brian Pecenka of Washington, MO; two children: Clinton Pecenka of Washington, MO, and Amity Pecenka of Bloomington, IN; along with other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held privately. The Pecenka family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.



John Henry Lamke
2/8/2024
John Henry Lamke Jr., 88, of Union, MO passed away Wednesday, February 7, 2024. He is survived by three children: Rebecca Jacobsmeyer and husband Randy of Ballwin, MO, John R. Lamke and wife Lori of Union, MO, and Regina Lampkin and husband Rickie of Washington, MO; two sisters: May Newcomb and Mildred Willoughby; one brother, Benny Lamke; along with grandchildren, great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Visitation for 88-year-old John Lamke Jr. will be held from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM on Saturday, February 10, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. Burial will follow in Union City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Truck Historical Society. The Lamke family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.




2/7/2024
Russell J. Schelich, 77, of Washington, passed away on February 3, 2024. Mr. Schelich, son of the late John Schelich and Hilda nee Schroepfer, was born on February 3, 1947, in Washington. He received his education from St. Francis Borgia High School. On August 5, 1972, he was united in marriage to Marian Poepsel at Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Washington. Mr. Schelich served his country honorably as a member of the United States Army. Russell worked at Sporlan Valve for 45 years. He was an avid outdoorsman and he loved hunting, fishing, and morel mushroom hunting. He also enjoyed classic cars and vintage tractors. His greatest joy was spending time with his family, particularly his grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Mike Schelich and Dennis Schelich. Among his survivors are his wife, Marian Schelich of Washington; five children, Jody Saso of St. Charles, MO, John Schelich and wife Erin of St. Charles, MO, Jim Schelich and wife Tiffany of Union, Julie Kappauff and husband Ron of Washington, and Jackie Wehmeyer and husband Josh of Washington; two siblings, Jane Igo and husband Bob of Colorado Springs, CO and Joyce Barnett and husband Marty of Mankato, MN; nine grandchildren, Maria, Sadie, Hailey, Nolan, Tess, Cheyenne, Mary, Andrew, and Lainey; brothers and sisters-in-law, Lana Schelich, widow of Dennis, Judy Johnson and husband Barry, Jerry Poepsel and wife Peggy, Bill Poepsel and wife Karen, Bob Poepsel and wife Sallie, Cindy Luecke and husband Rich, Tim Poepsel and wife Jill, and Jane Bowdish and husband Brett; other relatives and friends. A visitation will be held on Thursday, February 8, 2024, from 3-7 p.m. at Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home. Memorial mass will begin at 10 a.m. on Friday, February 9, 2024, 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 St. Francis Borgia High School Athletic Association or the Missouri Dept. of Conservation. Please remember Mr. Schelich and his family in your prayers. May he rest in peace.



Lawrence Lindemann
2/7/2024
Lawrence Lindemann, 97, of Villa Ridge, MO passed away Tuesday, February 6, 2024. He is survived by five sons: Ken Lindemann and wife Shelly of Villa Ridge, Rick Lindemann and wife Susie of Troy, John Lindemann and wife Sudie of Villa Ridge, Bill Lindemann and wife Racine of Villa Ridge, and Mike Lindemann and wife Jennifer of Villa Ridge; three daughters: Ruth Miller and husband Gary of House Springs, Judy Rollins of Villa Ridge, and Mary Hirth and husband Ronnie of Pacific; 21 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren; along with other relatives and friends. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Monday, February 12, 2024 at St. Mary of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Villa Ridge, MO with Rev. Alexander Nord officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Mary's Cemetery Fund. The Lindemann family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.



Darrell Scott
2/7/2024
Darrell L. Scott, 64, of Washington, Missouri, passed away on February 2, 2024. Mr. Scott, son of the late Donald Scott and Shirley nee Vivion, was born on August 14, 1959 in Jefferson City, Missouri. He received his education from Helias High School in Jefferson City, Missouri. On June 2, 1984, he was united in marriage to Vickie Martin at St. John Vianney Catholic Church in Mountain View, Missouri. Darrell adored his children, grandchildren and great grandchild. He loved going to all sporting events and was a very proud Grandpa! His family was his life. He loved them so much. A religious man, Darrell was a member of St. Francis Borgia Church. An avid sports fan, Darrell loved the Kansas City Chiefs and went to at least one game a year with a group of friends. He could also be found at the ballpark several times a year rooting on the St. Louis Cardinals. Darrell enjoyed the St. Louis Blues and Missouri Tigers as well. Darrell ran the Pepsi Shoot-Out at TNC Lanes in Washington, Missouri for 19 years. He enjoyed bowling in all the area tournaments and was very proud to have won 7 Shoot-Out tournaments against who he felt were the best of the best bowlers in the area. Darrell was inducted into the Four Rivers Bowling Hall of Fame and qualified for the U.S. Open in Detroit, Michigan. Darrell loved all things outdoors, crappie fishing at the area lakes and deer and turkey hunting at Wolf Creek, a place he considered his heaven on earth. He got so much joy out of seeing his grandchildren hunt and fish. A lover of travel, Darrell visited several countries and at least 40 states traveling with his wife and friends. Darrell worked construction and was a member of the Laborers Local 110, retiring after 30 years of service. He was preceded in death by his father, Donald Scott; brother, Doug Scott, and brother-in-law, James Suthoff. Among his survivors are his wife, Vickie Scott of Washington, Missouri; mother, Shirley Scott of Mountain View, Missouri; three children, Rocky Winger of Labadie, Missouri, Lisa Buhr of Holts Summit, Missouri, and Christen Schulte and husband Chris of Washington, Missouri; siblings, Diane Suthoff of Springfield, Missouri, Debra Moore and husband Randy of Mountain View, Missouri, David Scott of Springfield, Missouri, Dewayne Scott of Mountain View, Missouri, and Denise Countryman and husband Willie of Nixa, Missouri; grandchildren, Anna Winger, Hayden Buhr, Emma Winger, Rachel Buhr, Carter Schulte, Nathan Winger, Jude Buhr, Cullen Schulte, Leo Schulte, Liliana Schulte; great-grandson, Jayce Lamar; God-children, Hannah Moore, Justin Scott, and Nicholas Scott; loved ones and friends. A visitation will be held on Saturday, February 10, 2024 from 9:00-11:30 a.m. at Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home, with a funeral mass beginning at 12 p.m. at St. Francis Borgia Church. Memorial donations can be made to Missouri Conservation Heritage Foundation. https://mochf.org/donate-online/ Please remember Mr. Scott and his family in your prayers. May he rest in peace.



LeRoy Schroeder
2/6/2024
LeRoy Schroeder, 86, of Washington, MO passed away Sunday, February 4, 2024. He is survived by three children: Linda Carroll of Sullivan, MO, Sandra Schroder of Washington, MO, and Darryl Schroeder of Union, MO; two grandchildren: Emily Schroeder of South Korea and Amanda Schroeder of Union, MO; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM on Thursday, February 8, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO with Rev. Tim Henderson officiating. Burial will follow in St. Francis Borgia Catholic Cemetery in Washington, MO. Visitation for 86-year-old LeRoy Schroeder will be held from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Wednesday, February 7, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. The Schroeder family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO. Thank you, Chris Gladwill



Cody White
2/4/2024
Cody White of Belle passed away Friday, Feb. 2nd. Funeral services will be Monday, Feb. 5th at 12 noon at Gottenstroeter Chapel in Owensville. Burial in White Family Cemetery in Belle. Visitation for 47 year old, Cody White will be Monday from 9-12 noon. Survived by mother, Darlene White of Belle Children, Malarie Keefe and husband Kyle of Fallbrook, Calif., Alexis White of Belle and Gracie White of Belle Siblings, Dana Honse, Jason White, Erin Strunk and husband Jared all of Belle



Carol Ann Hografe
2/3/2024
Carol Ann Hografe of Dittmer, MO passed away Thursday, February 1, 2023 Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 PM Wednesday, February 7, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Visitation for 75 year old Carol Hografe will be held from 12:00 to 2:00 PM on Wednesday, February 7, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Burial in St. Martin’s Cemetery, Dittmer, MO She is survived by: Brothers: #(3) Sisters: #(1) Memorials: May be made to Salvation Army, Heifer Group, Carter Foundation, NLEC or St. Martin’s UCC Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com




2/2/2024
Jane Liemkuehler of Owensville passed away Tuesday, Jan. 30th. Funeral services will be Friday, Feb. 9th at 11:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church in Owensville. Burial in Owensville City Cemetery. Visitation for 73 year old Jane Liemkuehler will be Tuesday from 9-11 a.m. at the church. Survived by children. Justin and Karen Berger, JoEllen and Nathan Clemons, Clare and Tony Ruth and Julie Berger Sister-in-law, Bonnie Niebruegge Grandchildren: 11



Gary Price
2/2/2024
Gary Price Jr., 51, of Union, MO passed away Tuesday, January 23, 2024. He is survived by three children: Casey Crider of Washington, MO, Devin Price of Union, MO, and Brett Sperry of Gerald, MO; one sister, Tina Turner and husband Mike of Union, MO; one aunt, Suzanne Shelton and husband James of Ballwin, MO; along with other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Franklin County Area United Way. The Price family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.




2/1/2024
Maurice E. Hillermann, age 88, of Washington, passed away January 28, 2024. Mr. Hillermann is the son of the late Peter Hillermann and Marie nee Kraft, was born on December 26, 1935, in Washington. He received his education from St Francis Borgia Grade School. On June 15, 1957, he was united in marriage to Doris Frankenberg at St. Francis Borgia Church. Maurice began working at an early age setting pins at Saint Francis Borgia Bowling Alley. He then delivered bakery goods for Master Bakery. He and Doris were married, and they purchased a pie route, and he delivered Shenandoah Pies. With the completion of the interstate, the business dwindled, and he became the milkman for Foremost. Many stories can be told of Maurice as the milkman throughout Washington, New Haven, Berger, and Hermann. He then went on to Washington Trenching and Excavating, where he made many life long friends. He and Doris created Hillermann and Roofing Insulation and had a successful business until he retired. During retirement he enjoyed fishing, boating, hunting, a good deal at Menards, and serving neck bones and Krauts to his friends, telling jokes, and playing some good pranks. Together he and Doris enjoyed their home at Lake of the Ozark and loved hosting many friends and family. Maurice was a very generous man. A member of the Washington Volunteer Fire Department, Knights of Columbus 4th Degree Knights, delivering Meals on Wheels for many years, and donated platelets until he was told he could no longer contribute. He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Bert Eckelkamp and husband Maurice, Leonard Hillermann and wife Lucille, Peter Hillermann, and Rosella Hillermann; grandson, Harrison Struttmann; great-grandson, Gibson Obermark, and son-in-law, Tony Gildehaus. Among his survivors are his wife, Doris Hillermann of Washington; three children, David Hillermann and wife Laurie of Washington, Connie Gildehaus of New Haven, and Michele Struttmann of Washington; brother, Bob Hillermann and wife Jane of Washington; sister, Rosalyn Pursley and husband Vernon of New Haven; brother-in-law, Ken Frankenberg of Washington; seven grandchildren, Nikki Obermark and husband Mike of Washington, Jason Hillermann and wife Kinsey of Washington, Stephanie Pollock and husband Chad of Washington, Amanda Konrad and husband Eben of New Haven, Alex Linkinhoker and husband Jason of New Haven, Abbie Mayer and husband Jonathan of Dutzow, and Peyton Struttmann of Washington; seventeen great-grandchildren, Jake Hillermann and wife Mackayla, Emma Hillermann, Ryder Hillermann, EllaMae Konrad, William Linkinhoker, Ross Obermark,EmmaJane Konrad, Julia Pollock, AnnaBelle Konrad, Claire Obermark, Charlotte Mayer, Jordan Pollock, Madelyn Linkinhoker,Adaline Mayer, Grettel Konrad, Zeke Obermark, Louis Mayer; other relatives, and many friends. A memorial visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, from 4-7 p.m. at Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home. Mass will begin at 10 a.m. on Thursday, February 8, 2024, at 10 a.m. at St. Francis Borgia Church. Memorial donations can be made to the Washington Volunteer Fire Company or St. Francis Borgia Grade School. Arrangements in care of Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home, Washington. Please remember Mr. Hillermann and his family in your prayers. May he rest in peace.



Katherine Ann Brocato
2/1/2024
Katherine Ann Brocato nee Siess of St. Clari, MO passed away Tuesday, January 30, 2023 Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 AM Friday, February 2, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Visitation for 68 year old Katherine Brocato will be held from 4:00 to 8:00 PM on Thursday, February 1, 2024 and after 9:00 AM on Friday, February 2, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Burial in St. Clare Catholic Cemetery, St. Clair, MO She is survived by: Daughters: #(1) Courtney Calvin (Steve) of St. Clair, MO Brothers: #(1) Sisters: #(1) Grandchildren: #(2) Memorials: May be made to the Alzheimer’s Association Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com



Eugene Wiedemann
1/31/2024
Eugene O. Wiedemann, 92, of Washington, passed away on January 28, 2024. Mr. Wiedemann, son of the late Otto Wiedemann and Margaret nee Pott, was born on April 14, 1931 in St. Louis. He received his education from St. Francis De Sales High School. On January 17, 1953, he was united in marriage to Shirley Koles at St. Francis De Sales Catholic Church in St. Louis. Gene served his country honorably as a member of the United States Navy. He was the owner of Wedding Creations and All Pro Janitorial Supply in Washington. Gene enjoyed being with family, traveling, fishing, and loved to BBQ. He was a devout catholic, committed to his faith. Mr. Wiedemann was preceded in death by his parents; son, Tom Wiedemann; a brother in infancy and great-grandson, Keegan Wiedemann. Among his survivors are his wife, Shirley Wiedemann of Washington; four children, Jim Wiedemann and wife Sharon of Clover Bottom, Margaret Kohne of Washington, Christine Dieckhaus and husband David of Washington, and Kathy Miller and husband Bill of Washington; grandchildren, Nick Wiedemann and wife Jill of Columbia, MO, Tim Wiedemann and wife Leanne of Berger, Jill Thurman and husband Jeff of Villa Ridge, Shawn Kohne of Los Angeles, CA, Scott Dieckhaus of Washington, Jason Dieckhaus and wife Molly of St. Louis, Kristin Straatmann and husband Steven of Villa Ridge, Lucas Dieckhaus and wife Rachell of Washington, and Caroline Miller of Washington; fifteen great-grandchildren; special friend, Anel Barazza; other relatives and friends. A memorial mass will be held on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at 10 a.m. at St. Francis Borgia Church. Memorial donations can be made to the St. Francis Borgia Grade School or Masses. Arrangements in care of Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home, Washington.



Hayden Brant
1/31/2024
Hayden Michael Brant of St. Clair, MO passed away Saturday, January 27, 2024 Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, February 3, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Visitation for 17 year old Hayden Brant will be held from 3:00 to 8:00 PM on Friday, February 2, 2024 and after 9:00 AM on Saturday, February 3, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO A private committal will take place at a later date He is survived by: Mother: Bard Brant nee Belew of St. Clair, MO Father: Justin Brant of St. Clair, MO Brother: Hunter Brant of St. Clair, MO Grandparents: Bruce Belew of St. Clair, MO and Donna and Mark Brant of St. Clair, MO Great-grandmother: Donna Belew of St. Clair, MO Aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and adopted aunts and uncles Memorials: St. Clair FFA Alumni Scholarship Fund Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com



Tom Shafferkoetter
1/31/2024
Tom Shafferkoetter, 79, of Union, MO passed away Tuesday, January 30, 2024. He is survived by one daughter, Christy Meyer of Union; one son, Mike Shafferkoetter and wife Debby of Imperial, MO; three grandchildren; one sister, Margie Harrison of Union; brother-in-law, Bob Henderson of Union; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, February 2, 2024 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Union with Pastor Mat Hayter officiating. Burial will follow in Union City Cemetery. Visitation for 79-year-old Tom Shafferkoetter will be held from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Thursday, February 01, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Share Jake’s Smiles. The Shafferkoetter family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.



Dera Mae O'Linda Rehmeier
1/31/2024
Dera Mae O’Linda Rehmeier (nee Paul) was born on May 23, 1934 in New Melle, Missouri and passed from this earthly life to her heavenly home on January 28, 2024, having lived 89+ years. She is survived by one brother, Burton Paul of New Melle, Missouri; two sons, Rick (Benita) Rehmeier, and Dean (Mary) Rehmeier, all of Augusta, MO; two daughters, Faye (Andrew) Fairchild of Benton City, Missouri and Sara (Curt) Fellhoelter, of Deepwater, Missouri; ten grandchildren: Eric (Anita), Nick (Whitney), Brian (Becky) and Justin (Kelly) Rehmeier; Amy (Nick) Barron; Adam (Julia), Aaron and Anthony Fairchild; Levi (Jaina) and Lana Fellhoelter; thirteen great-grandchildren: Keegan, Hunter, Ryleigh, Jack, Emma, Allison, Anderson & Remi Rehmeier; Lane & Nash Barron; Kasen & Konner Fairchild, Braydon Wheatly; one former sister-in-law Linda Paul (nee Smith) of Florida and numerous nieces and nephews. Dera Mae was proceeded in death by her husband, Layton Walter Rehmeier; her parents, Edwin and Meta Paul (nee Prior), her parents-in-law Edward and Clara Rehmeier (nee Joerling); her brothers Lelen and Roger (Dickey) Paul; her sisters Eunice Thiemann and Vivian Joerling; two brothers-in-law Vernon Thiemann and Clarence (Pete) Joerling and one sister-in-law Marilyn Lutz; a nephew Steve Paul; two nieces Ronae Muschany (nee Joerling) and Donna Paul (nee Evans). Dera Mae was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and a long-time member of the Femme Osage United Church of Christ. In her younger years Dera Mae was a tremendous athlete, both basketball and softball. She played for the AT&T Long Lines softball team out of St. Louis, Missouri prior to marrying Layton Rehmeier on October 15, 1955. During her years on the farm, she kept a huge garden and was an excellent cook, as she prepared numerous meals for her family and hired hands every day. She was also an active member of the local and state Pork Producers and Porkettes, having served as President of the St. Charles County Porkettes. In her spare time, Dera Mae enjoyed playing bingo, bunco and pinochle. However, her greatest pleasure was being a part of her children’s, grandchildren’s and great-grandchildren’s lives and watching their many activities and cheering them on from the sidelines. Dera Mae was a friend to all who engaged with her. She always gave those she knew a warm smile and cared deeply for her many close friends and family. All who knew Dera Mae were blessed and she will be dearly missed by her family and friends. To Dera Mae’s children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren you could ask for no greater role model to follow in terms of how to love, support and cherish your family. Dera Mae has given each of us a great example and wonderful memories of how to live your life. Memorial: Femme Osage UCC Cemetery Fund

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