Local Obituaries


Robert Hinsch
11/20/2024
Robert Hinsch, 67, of New Haven, MO passed away Monday November 18, 2024. He was survived by one sister, Christine Martin and husband Edward of Ann Arbor, MI; one brother, Alexander Hinsch and wife Deanna of Hilo, HI; one nephew, Michael Pickell and wife Jeanette of New Haven, MO; one niece, Brigette LaValle of Leslie, MO, along with other relatives and friends. Funeral service will be held privately. Interment will be held privately in the Dixboro Cemetery in Dixboro, MI. The Hinsch family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

Keith O'Dell
11/20/2024
Keith O'Dell, 69, of Washington, MO passed away Monday, November 18, 2024. He is survived by his special cousin, Michelle Bogue and husband Mark of Virginia; special friends: Grant Mabrey and wife Pam of Labadie, Dustin Mabrey of Labadie, Mindy Lonsberry and husband Chris, Danyka Lonsberry, Chloe Richardson, Landon Richardson, and Broxton Lonsberry, all of Union, Marjorie Pavly and husband Chuck of Villa Ridge, Brendan Scanlan of Villa Ridge, and Richard "Mad Dog" Maddox of Ellington, MO; along with other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held privately. Interment will be held privately in Hooker Cemetery in Pulaski County, MO. The O'Dell family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

Tammy Jean Garrett
11/19/2024
Tammy Jean Garrett nee Willis of St. Clair, MO passed away Thursday, November 14, 2024 Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday, November 21, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Visitation for 60 year old Tammy Garrett will be held from 3:00 to 8:00 PM on Wednesday, November 20, 2024 and after 9:00 AM on Thursday, November 21, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Burial will be private She is survived by: Spouse: Christopher Garrett of St. Clair, MO Mother: Joyce Willis of St. Clair, MO Sons: #(2) Justin Garrett (Nickie) of Foristell, MO and Jason Garrett (Heather) of Union, MO Sisters: #(2) Grandchildren: #(5) Memorials: Union R-XI Scholarship Fund, noting Gus Garrett Scholarship Fund Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com

Don Tyree
11/19/2024
Don Tyree, 63, of Bland passed away Sunday, Nov. 17th. Graveside service will be held Thursday, Nov. 21st at Skaggs Chapel Cemetery in Belle. Survived by daughter, Clara Tyree of Owensville and siblings, Ronnie Tyree of Belle and Adatha Davis and Jan Fleming and husband Jim of Ellisville.

Katherine Graham
11/15/2024
Katherine M. Graham, 104, of Washington, passed away on November 12, 2024. Mrs. Graham, daughter of the late James Post and Agnes nee Sax, was born on July 26, 1920, in Altus, AR. She received her education from St. Francis Borgia High School. On July 23, 1941, she was united in marriage to Edward Graham at St. Agnes Church in LaJolla, CA. Mrs. Graham was a devout catholic, attending Our Lady of Lourdes Church. She was a consummate bridge player, prodigious gardener, avid bird watcher, beloved grandma, loyal friend, essential confidant, and loving mother. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Edward Graham; son, Timothy Graham; three brothers, Eugene Post, Matthew Post, Thomas Post, and son-in-law, Scott Harris. Among her survivors are eight children, Thomas Graham and wife Sandy of Biloxi, MS, Charlotte Vernaci and husband Joseph of Washington, Mark Graham and wife Audrey of Washington, Edward “Dennis” Graham and wife Theresa of Union, Mary Catherine Jones and husband William of Las Vegas, NV, Michael Graham and wife Cheryl of Jonesboro, AR, Patricia Harris of Roswell, GA, and James Graham and wife Mary Lee of Rolla; five siblings, Louise Ritter of New Orleans, LA, Theresa Shaw of San Antonio, TX, Dr. James Post of Fort Smith, AR, Antonia Plugge of Dallas, TX, and Estella Conatser of Ozark, AR; twenty seven grandchildren, forty seven great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends. A visitation will be held on Friday, November 15, 2024, from 4-6 p.m. at Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 10 a.m. on Saturday, November 16, 2024, at Our Lady of Lourdes Church. Interment will be in the St. Francis Borgia Cemetery. Memorial donations can be made to Our Lady of Lourdes School.

James Anthony Eckelkamp
11/13/2024
James Anthony Eckelkamp, 81, of Union, MO passed away Monday, November 11, 2024. He is survived by his wife, Carol Eckelkamp (nee’ Lauchsteadt) of Union; five children: James R. Eckelkamp and wife Jolene of New Haven, Cindy Downing and husband Curtis of Beaufort, Christy Meyer of Washington, John Eckelkamp and wife Chrissy of Gerald, and Carol Haynes of Osage Beach; 12 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren; Godson, Christopher Haynes of Holts Summit; one sister, Norma Eckelkamp of Villa Ridge; sister-in-law, Leesa Nolkemper and husband Richard of Union; brother-in-law, Richard Charow of St. Louis; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at St. Mary of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Villa Ridge, MO with Rev. Alexander Nord officiating. Interment will be held privately in the church cemetery. Visitation for 81-year-old James Eckelkamp will be held from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Monday, November 18, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. A parish rosary will be held at 2:45 PM on Monday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Mary’s Church or Ronald McDonald House Charities. The Eckelkamp family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

Virginia Catherine Snow
11/12/2024
Virginia Catherine Snow nee Roller of St. Clair, MO passed away Sunday, November 10, 2024 Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 AM Friday, November 15, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Visitation for 88 year old Virginia Snow will be held from 4:00 to 8:00 PM on Thursday, November 14, 2024 and after 9:00 AM on Friday, November 15, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Burial in Midlawn Memorial Gardens, Union, MO She is survived by: Daughters: #(1) Sherry Wall of St. Clair, MO Grandchildren: #(3) Great-Grandchildren: #(3) Memorials: May be made to the Parkway Church of the Nazarene, St. Clair, MO Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com

Richard Skiljan
11/12/2024
Richard J. Skiljan, 79, of Labadie, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, November 9, 2024. Mr. Skiljan, son of the late Rudolph Skiljan and Mattie nee Towell, was born on May 13, 1945, in St. Louis. He received his education from St. Mary’s High School in St. Louis. Richard was united in marriage to Ellen Parczynski. They enjoyed 57 years together. Rich was a retired member of the Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 562, as well as a veteran having spent 8 years in the Army Reserves. Mr. Skiljan was and avid fisherman, active member of the American Legion, and a member of the Knights of Columbus. He will be best remembered for his storytelling and his love of family. He will be greatly missed by all. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Carolyn Skiljan. Among his survivors are his wife, Ellen Skiljan of Labadie; four children, R. James Skiljan and wife Dawn Marie of Labadie, Anne Edmonds and husband Steve of Maryland Heights, Joe Skiljan and wife Molly of Maryland Heights, and Margaret Wolff and husband Mike of Labadie; brothers, Bob Skiljan and wife Marlene of Savannah, GA, and Ronald Skiljan and wife Joyce of St. Louis; grandfather to Madison, Evelynn, Zachary, Haley, Saorise, Rudolph, Lucinda, Alexander, Andrew, Aaron, Aiden, and Johanna; loving uncle, great uncle, and friend to many. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, from 4-8 p.m. at Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at the St. John’s Gildehaus Church. Interment, with full military honors will be held at the Resurrection Cemetery in St. Louis. Memorial donations can be made to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or St. Mary’s High School.

Contractor selected for the Improve I-70 project: Warrenton to Wentzville
11/11/2024
The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission (MHTC) has selected Improve 70 Alliance Joint Venture as the apparent best-value proposer and Design-Build contractor of the next project in MoDOT’s Improve I-70 Program. The joint venture team consists of Emery Sapp & Sons (ESS), Clarkson Construction, HNTB, and Bartlett and West. Negotiations to finalize the contract are currently in progress. Improve I-70: Warrenton to Wentzville is a $600 million fixed-cost contract and is the largest project in MoDOT history. It will build a third lane in each direction and improve the stretch of Interstate 70 from Warrenton to I-64 in Wentzville beginning in Spring 2025. The contract requirements also include the following additional improvements: • Interchange and outer road improvements in Wright City • Realignment at the railroad bridge on I-70 between Wentzville Parkway and Route Z • Interchange improvements at I-70 and I-64/Route 61 • Add a third lane of travel to eastbound and westbound I-64 between I-70 and Route K • Bridge replacement in Foristell This project is the second project in a series of projects which will widen and improve the I-70 corridor. Missouri’s FY2024 budget from the General Assembly signed into law by Governor Parson provides $2.8 billion in General Revenue for the costs to build a third lane of I-70 across the state. The program will plan, design, construct, reconstruct, rehabilitate, and add a third lane in each direction on nearly 200 miles of I-70, from Blue Springs to Wentzville. The Warrenton to Wentzville project includes the Improve I-70 and additional legislatively designated General Revenue funding. It also includes previously allocated funds in the state’s program for other I-70 and I-64 projects for a total contract cost of $600 million. “Today’s contractor selection highlights MoDOT’s determination to continue to fulfill this generational opportunity to improve I-70, which serves as a critical economic east-west corridor across Missouri,” explained MHTC Chairman Dustin Boatwright. “This project will not only improve I-70, but it is also an opportunity to make other necessary improvements to I-70 and other routes and interchanges in the St. Charles and Warren County area. These improvements will continue to serve these growing communities for many years to come.” The selected team, Improve 70 Alliance, was one of three shortlisted Design-Build teams. The winning proposal highlights engineering and design endeavors set out before the teams and an understanding of the local, statewide, and national importance of an improved I-70. The winning proposal includes: • Constructing a third lane in each direction on I-70 from Warrenton to I-64 in Wentzville, including replacing the existing I-70 lanes with new full-depth concrete pavement. • Interchange improvements at I-70 and the I-64/Route 61 interchange. • Interchange and outer road improvements in Foristell, Wright City, Warrenton, and at Route Z. • Realignment at the railroad bridge on I-70 between Wentzville Parkway and Route Z. • Addition of a third lane of travel to eastbound and westbound I-64 between I-70 and Route K. • The team has also committed to keeping two lanes of travel open on I-70 in both directions during peak travel times. “Improve 70 Alliance is honored to be awarded the largest project in the State’s history. This is a significant milestone for the State of Missouri as well as our companies,” said Robert Gillis, ESS co-chief executive officer. “We’re excited to have the opportunity to bring our deep local roots, significant regional experience and diverse workforce to deliver exceptional results for the taxpayers of Missouri,” The next steps include finalizing the contract and the contractor team will be doing more detailed design of the roadway and interchanges and the construction schedule with traffic control plans. MoDOT will host public information meetings in early 2025 as these details are ready. Construction is scheduled to begin in spring 2025 with an anticipated completion in late 2028. For more information on the Improve I-70 Program, visit www.modot.org/improvei70. Design-Build is a project delivery method that combines both the design and construction phases into one contract. The selected contract team completes the design and construction in parallel instead of in succession, which saves time and resources. The goals for the Warrenton to Wentzville project include: • Deliver the project within the program budget of $600 million. • Provide an additional lane of travel in each direction on I-70 from Warrenton to I-64, and on I-64 from I-70 to Route K. • Improve the I-70/I-64/U.S. Route 61 interchange to provide for better traffic flow and safety. • Modernize I-70 while improving the existing pavement, bridges, and interchanges to enhance mobility, including freight. • Minimize construction impacts with a focus on work zone safety, communication and construction staging while maintaining mobility. • Complete the project by December 2028 utilizing a diverse work force.

Les Bush
11/9/2024
Les Bush, 60, of Union, MO passed away Tuesday, November 5, 2024. He is survived by his wife, Jane Bush (nee' Leavy) of Union; three daughters: Katie Graham and husband Scott of Leslie, Emily Brothers of Union, and Megan Callicott of Washington; one son, Kyle Bush of St. Louis; 13 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren; one sister, Dolores Ogden and husband Chuck of Diamond, MO; sister-in-law, Beth King and husband Ed of Springfield, MO; along with other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO with Pastor Gary Daud officiating. Burial will follow in Union City Cemetery. Visitation for 60-year-old Les Bush will be held from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. Memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or American Cancer Society. The Bush family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

Michael Glen Middleton
11/8/2024
Michael Glen Middleton of St. Clair, MO passed away Monday, November 4, 2024 Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, November 16, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Visitation for 75 year old Michael Middleton will be held from 4:00 to 8:00 PM on Friday, November 15, 2024 and after 9:00 AM on Saturday, November 16, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Burial in Bethel Baptist Cemetery, Lonedell, MO He is survived by: Spouse: Jill Middleton nee Osborn of St. Clair, MO Parents-in-law: Dorothy Osborn of St. Clair, MO Daughters: #(1) Stephanie Middleton Larson of St. Clair, MO Brothers: #(1) Sisters: #(1) Grandchildren: #(2) Memorials: May be made to Wounded Warrior Project Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com

Reverend Father Patrick Joseph Christopher
11/7/2024

Reverend Father Patrick Christopher, passed away Sunday. He served at SFB Parish with Father Jack Costello, married many of our parishioners, and baptized many of our youngest congregants.

 

The Reverend Father Patrick Joseph Christopher was born in Crystal City, Missouri, on December 29, 1958, a son to Sidney “Sid” and Agnes Nadine (nee Harston) Christopher.  Father Patrick passed away peacefully on November 3, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones.  He is survived by his sister Rebecca “Becky” (Wayne) Bliss, De Soto, MO; two brothers, Tim (Colleen) Christopher, O’Fallon, MO, and Tom (Connie) Christopher, De Soto, MO; sister-in-law Cindy Christopher, and many nieces and nephews.  He is preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Robert Christopher and Ronald Christopher.

 

Father Patrick was ordained into the priesthood on January 12, 1991, and served as Pastor or Assistant Pastor to many parishes throughout the St. Louis Archdiocese.  He was a man of deep faith, cherished by his family and revered by his parishioners and fellow priests.  His commitment to his faith and community was evident in every aspect of this life.  He enjoyed traveling and playing golf.  He loved spending time with his friends, family, and, most importantly, his nieces and nephews.  

 

Visitation will be held from 4:00 – 8 00 PM on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at Seven Holy Founders Church, 6741 Rock Hill Rd., St. Louis, MO 63123.  The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 AM on Thursday, November 7, 2024, at Seven Holy Founders Church.  Following the mass, Burial will occur at Calvary Cemetery in De Soto, Missouri.

 

Memorial donations may be made to the ALS Association as an expression of sympathy.

 

 Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home, DeSoto Missouri, serves the family.

 

Please remember Father Pat Christopher and his family in your prayers.  May he rest in peace. 




Ralph Melvin Dick
11/6/2024
Ralph Melvin Dick, Jr. of St. Peters, MO passed away Saturday, November 2, 2024 Funeral Services will be held at 12:00 PM Friday, November 8, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Visitation for 87 year old Ralph will be held from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Friday, November 8, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Burial in Immanuel United Church of Christ Cemetery, Holstein, MO He is survived by: Spouse: Janice Dick of St. Peters, MO Sons: #(1) David Dick and fiancé, Citlally Hernandez-Pineda, of Tonopah, NV Brothers: #( 1) Richard Dick and wife, Jan, of Chesterfield, MO Memorials: none Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com

Walter Schlemper
11/6/2024
Walter A. Schlemper ,90, of Pacific, passed away on November 2, 2024. Mr. Schlemper, son of the late Arnold G. Schlemper and Sophie nee Stricker, was born on May 8, 1934, on the family farm north of Pacific, and also where he took his last breath. He received his education from Washington High School, graduating in 1952, where he also received the Missouri FFA State Farmer Award. Mr. Schlemper served his country honorably as a member of the United States Army in 1957 and 1958. On June 10, 1961, he was united in marriage to Therissa Dickinson at the Gray Summit Methodist Church. Mr. Schlemper was employed at Purina Farms for over 41 years as a swine and cattle herdsman. He was an active member of the Missouri Draft Horse and Mule Association. Walter also enjoyed wood working and was the author of three books. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Richard Schlemper. Among his survivors are his wife Therissa Schlemper of Pacific; three children, Michael Schlemper and CarolAnn Russell-Wething(Dave) of Bemidji, MN, Carol Shoemaker and husband Eric of Pacific, and Amy Fifer and husband Steve of Pleasant Hill, MO; brother, Ralph Schlemper and wife Susan of St. Louis; grandchildren, Heidi Todd and husband Michael, Jesse Shoemaker and wife April Brandt, Josef Schlemper, and Zoey Schlemper and wife Marisa; great-grandchildren, Augustus Shoemaker and Ila Shoemaker; sister-in-law, Billie Ellen Schlemper of Pacific; niece, Deborah Brandt and husband Thomas; nephews, Kenneth Schlemper and wife Cheryl, Karl Schlemper and wife Lori, and Kevin Schlemper and wife Tiffany; great-nieces and nephews, cousins, loved ones, and many friends. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, from 4-7 p.m. at Nieburg-Vitt, Thiebes Funeral Home. Funeral Service will begin at 10 a.m. on Thursday, November 7, 2024, at Nieburg-Vitt, Thiebes Funeral Home. Interment will be in the Midlawn Memorial Gardens in Union. Memorial donations can be made to the Wounded Warriors or Backstoppers of Franklin County.

Dan Sharfenberg
11/5/2024
Dan Scharfenberg, 76, of Beaufort, MO, passed away on Saturday, November 2, 2024. He was survived by one son, Dan “Butch” Scharfenberg and wife Hannah of St. Clair, MO; one daughter, Carie Shirley of Barnhart, MO; three grandchildren: Michael Shirley and wife Paige, Joe Shirley and Danielle Scharfenberg; two brothers, Wade Scharfenberg and wife Becky of Cuba, MO and Richard Scharfenberg of Union, Mo, along with other relatives and friends. A private family burial will take place at Jefferson Barracks Cemetery in St. Louis, MO. The Scharfenberg family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

Robert Hoven
11/4/2024
Robert “Bob” Hoven, 81, of Washington, MO passed away Friday, November 1, 2024. He is survived by his wife, Mary Hoven (nee’ Brouster) of Washington; three sons: Todd Hoven of Fort Collins, CO, Shawn Hoven of St. Louis, and Matt Hoven of Minneapolis, MN; one daughter, Tammy Porter and husband Randy of Washington; 8 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren; one sister, Nancy Sturm of Atlanta, GA; along with other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, November 7, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO. Interment will be held privately in Edgar Cemetery in Salem, MO. Visitation for 81-year-old Bob Hoven will be held from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO. Memorial donations may be made to American Diabetes Association or Alzheimer’s Association. The Hoven family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.

Fern Claas
11/4/2024
Fern Claas of Owensville passed away Saturday, Nov. 2nd. Funeral services will be Tuesday, Nov. 5th at 1:00 p.m. at Gottenstroeter Chapel in Owensville. Burial in Countryside Memorial Gardens. Visitation for 86 year old Fern Claas will be Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Chapel. Survived by daughter, Sharon Moyer of Boiling Springs, S.C. Sisters, Delores Deppe of Morrison and Shirley Rice of Rosebud Granddaughters: 2

Billy Joe Delcour
11/1/2024
Billy Joe Delcour, known to most as BJ, of Hoffman, IL passed away Tuesday, October 29, 2024 Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM Monday, November 4, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Visitation for 87 year old BJ will be held from 9:00 to 11:00 AM on Monday, November 4, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Burial in Mt. Zion Cemetery, St. Clair, MO He is survived by: Spouse: Jane Delcour Sons: #(1) Johnny Delcour and wife, Christine Daughters: #(1) KD Potts Brothers: #( ) Sisters: #( ) Grandchildren: #( ) Great-Grandchildren: #(2) Stephanie Emmite and husband, Auston, and Jake Delcour Memorials: May be made to Moose Heart Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com

Paul Schonberger
11/1/2024
Paul Schonberger, 82, of Washington, MO passed away Wednesday, October 30, 2024. He is survived by two daughters: Holly Glennon of Cumming, GA and Heidi Schonberger of Washington, MO; four grandchildren; along with other relatives and friends. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Monday, November 4, 2024 at St. Mary of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Villa Ridge, MO. Burial with full military honors will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation for 82-year-old Paul Schonberger will be held from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM on Sunday, November 3, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association or Franklin County Humane Society. The Schonberger family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO

Rebecca Denny
10/31/2024
Rebecca "Becky" Denny (nee' Qualls), 82 of Villa Ridge, MO passed away Tuesday, October 29, 2024. She is survived by her husband, Bill Denny of Villa Ridge; one son, Eric Denny and significant other Rose Dinet of Villa Ridge; three grandchildren: Shannon DiCianno (Sam) of O'Fallon, Niki Kennedy (Justin) of St. Peters, and Seth Thompson of Villa Ridge; three great-grandchildren: Laci Kennedy, Caden DiCianno, and Bennett DiCianno; one brother, William Harris of Leesburg, VA; nephew, Donald Froehlich of Villa Ridge; along with other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 PM on Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO. Interment will follow in Boeuff Presbyterian Cemetery in Gerald, MO. Visitation for 82-year-old Becky Denny will be held from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or Alzheimer's Association. The Denny family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.

Patricia Hartzell
10/31/2024
Patricia A. Hartzell, 88, of Marthasville, passed away on October 25, 2024. Mrs. Hartzell, daughter of the late Raymond Lewis and Monette nee Ware, was born on July 28, 1936, in St. Louis. She received her education from Ritenour High School. On February 16, 1957, she was united in marriage to Frank Hartzell in St. Louis. Mrs. Hartzell worked at Hillermann Nursery and Florist for many years and also volunteered a lot of her time at Loving Hearts in Washington. Pat was also a member of Alpha Xi Delta Fraternity (initiated at Gamma Nu at Southeast Missouri State University) and Beta Sigma Phi of Washington MO. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Frank Hartzell and brother Robert Lewis. Among her survivors are four children, Mark Hartzell and wife Holly of Marthasville, Craig Hartzell and wife Vickie of Marthasville, Lisa Whitaker of Reeds, MO, and Elizabeth Isenogle and husband John of Marthasville; brother, Steven Lewis and wife Laura of Seattle, WA; grandchildren, Heather Dixon and husband James, Patrick Hartzell and wife Tara, Kayla Mosley and husband Sean, Samantha Nichols, Michael Hartzell and wife Selyna, Brooke Abbit and husband Kyle, Blake Hartzell, and Franklin Greenman; sister-in-law, Karen Lewis; loved ones and friends. A visitation will be held on Saturday, November 2, 2024, from 10-11 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church in Washington, with a memorial service beginning at 11 a.m and a luncheon at the church will start at noon. Memorial donations can be made to the First United Methodist Church Food Pantry. Arrangements in care of Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home, Washington.


10/30/2024
Eileen Papin (nee' Cunningham), 80, of St. Clair, MO passed away Monday, October 28, 2024. She is survived by her husband, Greg Papin of St. Clair; one sister, Margaret Hagemann of Maryland Heights, MO; four brothers: John Cunningham of Edwardsville, IL, Dennis Cunningham of Opp, AL, Tom Cunningham of Albuquerque, NM, and Rick Cunningham of San Antonio, TX; along with other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held privately. The Papin family was served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

Charles Edward Hufendick
10/30/2024
Charles Edward Hufendick, Jr. of St. Clair, MO passed away Monday, October 28, 2024 Funeral Services will be held at 12:00 PM Friday, November 1, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Visitation for 55 year old Charles Hufendick, Jr. will be held from 11:00 AM to 1200 PM on Friday, November 1, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Burial in Crestview Memorial Park, St. Clair, MO He is survived by: Spouse: Lois Donaldson of St. Clair, MO Father: Charles Hufendick, Sr. of Potosi, MO Children: #(2) Charles “Chucky” Hufendick, III of Cuba, MO and Brittany Boda (Chris) of Newburg, MO Step-children: #(3) Sean Stanley of St. Louis, MO, Zachary Stanley (Leah) of St. Louis, MO and Jack Stanley of St. Clair, MO Brothers: #(1) Sisters: #(6) Grandchildren: #(2) Memorials: American Diabetes Association Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com

Wanda Faye Beauchamp
10/29/2024
Wanda Faye Beauchamp of Viburnum, MO passed away Wednesday, October 23, 2024 Funeral Services will be held at 12:00 PM Saturday, November 2, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Visitation for 62 year old Wanda Beauchamp will be held from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Saturday, November 2, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Burial in Oak Grove Cemetery, Lonedell, MO She is survived by: Mother: Eunice Hafley nee Hatfield of Viburnum, MO Brothers: #(2) Sisters: #(4) Memorials: May be made to the family Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com

Lynn Montgomery
10/29/2024
Lynn Montgomery, 88, of Union, MO passed away Sunday, October 27, 2024. He is survived by his wife, Shirley Montgomery (nee' Williams) of Union; three children: Susan Yeager and husband Bob of Kansas City, MO, Craig Montgomery and wife Kelly of Cornelius, NC, and Cindy Montgomery of Union; nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; two sisters: Evalyn Nosser and Kathi Alicia; along with other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 PM on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO with Pastor Troy Merseal officiating. Burial will be held privately in Weiss Cemetery in Doe Run, MO. Visitation for 88-year-old Lynn Montgomery will be held from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Elks DCC Special Needs Scholarship. The Montgomery family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.

Joyce Kelly
10/29/2024
Joyce C. Kelly, 82, of Washington, MO, passed away on October 24, 2024. Mrs. Kelly, daughter of the late Fred Kampschroeder and Ida Mae Warden, was born on July 10, 1942, in Washington. She received her education from St. Francis Borgia High School and graduated from DePaul School of Nursing as a Registered Nurse. On August 19, 1967, she was united in marriage to James Kelly. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, James Kelly; son, Johnny Kelly; sister, Fran Kampschroeder and sisters-in-law, Betty Kampschroeder and Mary “Turk” Kampschroeder. Joyce was a pillar of humility and strength. She served as a role model for her children Tricia Brinker of Washington, Laura Tobben and husband Matt of Metamora, IL, and Maggie Aholt and husband Doug of Farmington, MO, and her seven grandchildren Marcus Brinker and wife Sam, Samantha Brinker, Joel Tobben, Leah Tobben, Josh Tobben, Lucas Tobben, and Jimmy Aholt. Joyce loved her family; siblings, Ed Kampschroeder of Wilmington, NC, Bob Kampschroeder of Washington, Dee Shirley of Washington, and Mike Kampschroeder of St. Louis, along with many nieces/nephews and supported them in anyway she could. Joyce always showed kindness and compassion for all those she cared for in her 40+ years of nursing and through service to her community. After retirement she focused her time on serving her Church, God, and the community through various ministries including St. Francis Borgia Church Choir, Civic Chorus, St. Francis Borgia Food Pantry, Ladies Sodality, and being a voter registrar. She spent her last days surrounded by family, exemplifying grace and strength as she waited for ultimate peace. A visitation will be held on Sunday November 3, 2024, from 2-5 pm at Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 11 am on Monday, November 4, 2024, at St. Francis Borgia Church. Interment will be in the St. Francis Borgia Cemetery, followed by a luncheon at the church on the 3rd floor of Jesuit Hall. Memorial donations can be made to Kesem (supporting children through and beyond their parent's cancer) or the St. Francis Borgia Food Pantry.

Mary Ritson
10/28/2024
Mary A. Ritson, 81, of Washington, passed away on October 21, 2024. Mrs. Ritson, daughter of the late Robert Turlin, Cecelia nee Neier, and stepfather, Armin “Dick” Piek, was born on September 10, 1943, in Cape Girardeau. She received her education from Cape Notre Dame High School, graduating in 1961. On April 18, 1964, she was united in marriage to John Ritson Sr. at the Holy Angels Catholic Church in East St. Louis, IL. Mary was employed at Walmart in Washington for the last 34 years. When she was not working, she loved going to resale shops, being outdoors, and spending time with her beloved pet cat, Walter. Mary loved going on vacations with her son and daughter and traveling to San Diego as much as possible to visit her daughter and family. She was a helpful neighbor and friend. Her kind heart will be greatly missed by all. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, John Ritson Sr; stepfather, Armin “Dick” Piek and two siblings, Bob Turlin and Grace Shae. Among her survivors are two children, John Ritson Jr. of Washington and Kathleen Breede and husband Adam of San Diego, CA; five grandchildren, Andrea Sisk and husband Josh, Taylor Ritson, Paige Ritson, Samantha Breede, and McKenzie Breede; great-granddaughter, Alexis Breitenbach; daughter-in-law, Bonnie Ritson; many nieces, nephews, and friends. A visitation will be held on Saturday, November 2, 2024, from 1-4 p.m. at Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home, with a memorial service beginning at 4 p.m. Memorial donations can be made to the Franklin County Humane Society or charity of choice. Arrangements in care of Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home, Washington.

Joyce Weddle
10/26/2024
Joyce Weddle (nee’ Richardson), 79, of Beaufort, MO passed away Friday, October 25, 2024. She is survived by her husband, Ron Weddle of Beaufort, MO; four children: Jan Wheeler and husband Charles of Beaufort, MO, Sandy Owens and husband Joe of Clinton Township, MI, Cyndi McClain and husband Jason of Lebanon, MO, and Rick Weddle and wife Lisa of Union, MO; fourteen grandchildren, twenty-three great-grandchildren, and seven great-great grandchildren; two sisters-in-law: Judy Richardson and Dianne Richardson both of Lebanon, MO; along with other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 PM on Monday, October 28, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO with Pastor Ron Carnett officiating. Interment will follow in Union City Cemetery in Union, MO. Visitation for 79-year-old Joyce Weddle will be held from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Monday, October, 28, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Weddle Family (checks payable to Lisa Weddle) The Weddle family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

Rich Cordry
10/24/2024
Rich Cordry, 59, of Labadie, MO passed away Sunday, October 20, 2024. He is survived by three children: Zachery Cordry of Bismarck, MO, Brennan Cordry of Washington, MO, and Alyssa Cordry and fiancé Bobby Price of Herculaneum, MO; his mother, Loraine Stettes (nee’ Thiebes) and husband Rich of Pacific, MO; significant other, Kim Erisman of Labadie, MO; two grandchildren: Collin Schupp and Brynlee Cordry; two siblings: Angie Cordry and Jerry Cordry, both of Arkansas; along with other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO with Pastor Jacob Sipes officiating. Burial will follow in St. Peter’s UCC Cemetery. Visitation for 59-year-old Rich Cordry will be held from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Friday, October 25, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network. The Cordry family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.

Robert Sosnowski
10/24/2024
Robert “Bob” Sosnowski, 90, of Beaufort, MO passed away Tuesday, October 22, 2024. He is survived by one brother, Carl Sosnowski and wife Marilyn of O’Fallon, MO; two nieces; cousins, Dennis Sheehan and wife Elizabeth of Fenton, MO and Kathleen Eagan and husband Dennis of Ballwin, MO; close friends and neighbors, Gary and Karen Gerlemann of Beaufort, MO; along with other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Union, MO with Pastor Mat Hayter officiating. Burial with full military honors will follow in St. John’s Lutheran Cemetery in Beaufort, MO. Visitation for 90-year-old Bob Sosnowski will be held from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Monday, October 28, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church Preschool. The Sosnowski family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

Robert Sosnowski
10/23/2024
Robert “Bob” Sosnowski, 90, of Beaufort, MO passed away Tuesday, October 22, 2024. He is survived by one brother, Carl Sosnowski and wife Marilyn of O’Fallon, MO; two nieces; cousins, Dennis Sheehan and wife Elizabeth of Fenton, MO and Kathleen Eagan and husband Dennis of Ballwin, MO; close friends and neighbors, Gary and Karen Gerlemann of Beaufort, MO; along with other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Union, MO with Pastor Mat Hayter officiating. Burial with full military honors will follow in St. John’s Lutheran Cemetery in Beaufort, MO. Visitation for 90-year-old Bob Sosnowski will be held from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Monday, October 28, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church Preschool. The Sosnowski family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

Barbara Williams
10/23/2024
Barbara Williams (nee’ Formosa), 77, of Union, MO passed away Tuesday, October 22, 2024. She is survived by five children: Jeffrey Williams and wife Doris of Tampa, FL, Theresa Turk and husband Joe of Washington, MO, Melinda Person and husband Maurice of St. Charles, MO, Dawn Olive and husband Tim of Union, MO, and Anthony Williams and wife Stephanie of Iberia, MO; one sister, Margaret Crosby of Torrance, CA; 13 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Friday, October 25, 2024 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Union, MO with Rev. Peter Blake officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation for 77-year-old Barbara Williams will be held from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM on Thursday, October 24, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. A parish rosary will be held at 3:45 PM on Thursday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to BJC Evelyn’s House Hospice. The Williams family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

Margaret Ellen Casinger
10/22/2024
Margaret Ellen Casinger nee Gangle of St. Clair, MO passed away Monday, October 21, 2024 Funeral Services will be held at 12:00 PM Friday, October 25, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Visitation for 74 year old Margaret Casinger will be held from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Friday, October 25, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO A private committal will take place at a later date She is survived by: Spouse: Jimmy Casinger of St. Clair, MO Sons: #(1) Stephen Casinger of St. Louis, MO Daughters: #(1) Jennifer Cook (Gary) of Morgan Hill, CA Sisters: #(1) Grandchildren: #(6) Great-Grandchildren: #(14) Memorials: May be made to St. Clair Regional Library Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com

Raymond Meyer
10/19/2024
Raymond Meyer, 82, of Leslie passed Thursday, Oct. 17th. Graveside services will be Wednesday, Oct. 23rd at 11:00 a.m. at Countryside Memorial Gardens in Owensville. He is survived by his significant other, May O’Brien of Gerald; son, William “Billy” Meyer of Stanton; daughters, Jennifer Birger of Chesterfield, Shawna Cass and husband David of O’Fallon, and Jacqueline Adamson; and sister, Susan Steinnerd and husband Ray of St. Louis.

Dorl Thornton
10/18/2024
Dorl C. Thornton, 90, of Union, formerly of Pacific, passed away on October 15, 2024. Mr. Thornton, son of the late William Thornton and Mary Alexander, was born on March 30, 1934, in Brumley, MO. He received his education from Pacific High School. On March 7, 1953, he was united in marriage to Patricia Olmstead at the Pacific Methodist Church. Dorl loved baseball, football and golf. For many years Dorl and Patricia enjoyed spending time at their place at the Lake of the Ozarks. They also volunteered at the Pacific Senior Center. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Mary C. Thornton and four siblings, Claude Thornton, Frank Thornton, Clyde Thornton, and Frieda Bandy. Among his survivors are his wife, Patricia Thornton of Union; three children, Carla Schuler and husband Mark of Maryland Heights, Darla Woolford and husband James of Washington, and Eric Thornton and wife Pamela of Anaheim, CA; siblings, Thelma Vaughn of Sullivan, Kathleen Branson of Eureka, Ruth Thornton of Colorado, Paul Thornton of Treloar, James Thornton and wife Cathy of Marthasville, and Gary Thornton and wife Jan of Pacific; six grandchildren, Matthew Davenport and wife Amy, Chad Smith and wife Jennifer, Molly Davenport, Cori Smith, Trevor Thornton, and Austin Thornton; thirteen great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren; sister-in-laws, Linda Watson and Nadine Thornton; nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. A visitation will be held on Sunday, October 20, 2024, from 2-5 p.m. at Nieburg-Vitt, Thiebes Funeral Home. Funeral service will begin at 12 p.m. on Monday, October 21, 2024, at Nieburg-Vitt, Thiebes Funeral Home. Interment will be in the Midlawn Memorial Gardens in Union. Memorial donations can be made to the Shriners Hospital for Children or St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

Isaac Lashley
10/18/2024
Isaac Lashley, 16, of Washington, MO, passed away on Tuesday, October 15, 2024. He is survived by his parents, Brian and Catie Lashley (nee’ Mueller) of Washington, MO; two brothers, Cole Lashley and Cade Lashley; maternal grandparents, Kenny and Rose Mueller of Washington, MO; Paternal grandparents, Joan Byers of Park Hills, MO, Harold and Jane Lashley of Park Hills, MO; Aunts and Uncles: Elizabeth Kraatz and husband Randy of Castronville, TX, Leslie Klein and husband Eric Sr of Washington, MO, Harold Lashley Jr and wife Susan of Desloge, MO, Melissa Lashley and Andy LaBruyere of Park Hills, MO, Brandi McCoy and husband Richard of Park Hills, MO, Daniel Lashley and wife Heidi of Bonne Terre, MO, Garrett Lashley of Park Hills, MO; Tiffany Sletten and husband, Mike of Fredericktown, MO; Shelby, his best friend who was his dog, along with other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 10:00 AM at Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Washington, MO with Father Mike Boehm officiating. Burial will follow at St. Peters Cemetery in Washington, MO. Visitation for 16-year-old Isaac Lashley will be held from 03:00 PM to 08:00 PM on Monday, October 21, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Washington Fire Explorers or ROTC. The Lashley family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.

John Birke
10/17/2024
John L. Birke, 70, of Beaufort, MO passed away on Monday October 14, 2024. He is survived by his wife Debbie Birke (nee’ Koepke); One daughter, Brittani Shields and husband Joe of Des Moines, IA; three step-sons: George Durrow and wife Heather of Bloomfield, MO, Tommy Durrow of Poplar Bluff, MO and Doug Durrow and wife Toni of Williamsville, MO; one step-daughter, Crystal Miller of Dexter, MO; two grandchildren, Chase Koelling and Ryker Koelling; five step-grandchildren; four brothers: Leroy Birke of Beaufort, MO, Carl Birke and wife Vicki of Beaufort, MO, Norman Birke and wife Sharon of Beaufort, MO and Joe Birke of Marthasville, MO; three sisters: Carol Lenau and husband Joe of Union, MO, Lisa Pope and husband Greg of Union, MO and Mary Beth Gutting of Jacksonville, FL; Along with other relatives and friends. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 AM on Saturday, October 19, 2024 at St. Joseph Neier Catholic Church in Union, MO with Rev. Eric Kunz officiating. Interment will be held privately. Visitation for 70-year-old John Birke will be held from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM on Saturday, October, 19, 2024 at St. Joseph Neier Catholic Church in Union, MO. The Birke family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

Melba Janet Kelley
10/16/2024
Melba Janet Kelley of Washington, Mo., passed away Mon., Oct. 14, 2024. Visitation for 79 year old Melba Janet Kelley will be Sat., Oct. 19, from 9 to 11 a.m. at Gottenstroeter Funeral Home Chapel in Owensville. Funeral services will follow at 11:00 a.m. at the Chapel. Burial will be at St. Paul's Cemetery in Gerald. Her survivors include daughters, Glenda Holland and husband Steve and Denise Andrews and husband Raymond; sister, Karen Williamson and husband Doug of Doniphan; eight grandchildren, eighteen great-grandchildren, and four great-great-grandchildren.

Wilma Stone
10/16/2024
Wilma Stone, 83, of Villa Ridge, MO passed away on Saturday October 12, 2024. She is survived by her son, Dennis Stone and Vicki of Lonedell, MO; one daughter, Lisa Bennel and Joseph of Washington, MO; seven grandchildren, fourteen great-grandchildren, along with other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, October 18, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. Burial will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery in Villa Ridge, MO. Visitation for 83-year-old Wilma Stone will be held from 04:00 PM to 08:00 PM on Thursday, October 17, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union,MO. The Stone family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO

John Sherman Metts
10/16/2024

With great sorrow, we announce that on October 12, 2024 at the age of 87, John Sherman Metts of Union, Missouri passed away peacefully with his family at his side.

 

He was preceded in death by his father Herbert Metts, his mother Laura Rogers. Along with brothers, Herb Metts and Ronald (Gene) Metts.

 

He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Carol Metts (nee’ Falcetti) of Union, Missouri.

 

He also leaves behind his children: Karen McGuire, John K. Metts, Sr. and Michael D. Metts, Sr. (Cristine), all of Union, MO. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and many other relatives and friends.

 

Visitation for 87 year old John Metts will be held Thursday, October 17th, 2024 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

 

A Eulogy and sharing of memories will be Thursday October 17, 2024 beginning at 6:00Pm at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. Interment will be held at Midlawn Cemetery in Union, MO. 

 

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, Wildcat Foodpack Organization or to the Missouri Department of Conservation.

 

The Metts family was served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.



Steve Welch
10/15/2024
Steve Welch, 71, of Washington, MO passed away Friday October 11, 2024. He is survived by one son, Ryan Welch of Washington, MO; one daughter, Cathy Welch of Washington, MO; five grandchildren: Julian Welch, Romeo Welch, Ava Sykes, Mia Sykes and Simona Petrive; three sisters: Mary Ann Wucher and husband Elmer of St. Louis, MO, Patricia Froehlich of St. Louis, MO and Theresa Welch-Munro of St. Louis, MO; four brothers: Mike Welch and wife Jeannette of St. Louis, MO, Paul Welch and wife Pam of St. Louis, MO, Mark Welch of ST. Louis, MO, Richard Welch and wife Kim of St. Louis, MO; special friends, Keith Hammond and Elizabeth Griffith, along with other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 6:00 PM on Friday, October 18, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO. Visitation for 71-year-old Steve Welch will be held from 03:00 PM to 06 :00 PM on Friday, October 18, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington. The Welch family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO

Lindel Kirby Edmondson
10/14/2024
Lindel Kirby Edmondson of Gerald, Mo. passed away Friday, October 11, 2024. Funeral services will be at 3:00 pm on Sunday, October 13, 2024 at Gottenstroeter Funeral Home of Owensville. He will be buried with full military honors at Jefferson Barracks in St. Louis. Visitation for 94 year old Lindel Kirby Edmondson will precede the funeral from 1 to 3 pm on Sunday, October 13 at Gottenstroeter Funeral Home in Owensville. His survivors include: his wife, Marie Edmondson; daughter, Mary Stephens and husband Wil; brother, Earl Edmondson; grandchildren, Carl Brandenburg and wife Kenette, Melissa Labant and husband Jason, Jason Schumer, Peter Schumer, William “Skip” Stephens and wife Amanda, Mark Brandenburg and wife Pam, and Vicki Vincent and husband Chris; great-grandchildren, Bailey Vincent, Bradley Labant, Alyssa Vincent, Bradley Marler, Emily Stephens, Olivia Labant, Wyatt Stephens, and Carl Brandenburg III; and many loving nieces, nephews, and friends, including Pastor Chuck Pierce and his church family.

Allan Christian Hrastich
10/10/2024
Allan Christian Hrastich of St. Clair, MO passed away Saturday, October 5, 2024 Memorial Services will be held at 12:00 PM Monday, October 14, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Visitation for 78 year old Allan Hrastich will be held from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Monday, October 14, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO A private committal will take place at a later date He is survived by: Spouse: Phyllis Jean Hrastich nee Lankford of St. Clair, MO Children: #(4) Thomas Wolfe of Westminster, CO, DR. Matthew Hrestich (fiancé, Kristin Trenary) of Creve Coeur, MO, Amy Heberer (Eric) of Dorsey, IL and Andrew Hrastich (Katrina) of St. Clair, MO Brothers: #(1) Grandchildren: #(several) Memorials: Halo for Animals, Sullivan, MO Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com

Joan Ellen Bardot
10/9/2024
Joan Ellen Bardot nee Furse of Lonedell, MO passed away Tuesday, October 8, 2024 Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, October 12, 2024 at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, Luebbering, MO Visitation for 82 year old Joan Bardot will be held from 4:00 to 8:00 PM on Friday, October 11, 2024 and after 9:00 AM on Saturday, October 12, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Burial in Rober & Joan Bardot Family Cemetery, Lonedell, MO She is survived by: Sons: #(2) Robert Bardot, Jr. (Dianna) and Roger Bardot (Wendy), both of Lonedell, MO Daughters: #(2) LoisAnn Bardot-Fisk of Grubville, MO and Pam Broeker (Troy) of Lonedell, MO Brothers: #(3) Sisters: #(6) Grandchildren: #(11) Great-Grandchildren: #(12) Memorials: Charity of choice Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com

Joshua Stephens
10/5/2024
Joshua Robert Stephens of Lonedell, MO passed away Thursday, October 3, 2024 Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 PM Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Visitation for 36 year old Joshua will be held from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM on Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO A private committal will take place at a later date He is survived by: Wife: Johnnie Stephens of Lonedell, MO Parents: Joseph & Linda Stephens of Lonedell, MO Children: #(6) Mya Jones, Codi, Austin, Isabella, Zelda & Cynthia Stephens Sisters: #(1) Rachel Luzynski and husband, Chris, of St. Clair, MO Memorials: May be made to the family. Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com

Amelia Thompson
10/5/2024
Amelia "Amy" Thompson, 62, of Washington, MO passed away Wednesday, October 2, 2024. She is survived by her mother, Margaret Zesch (nee' Brodzinski) of Washington; one sister, Karen Zesch of St. Louis; one brother, Steve Zesch of St. Louis; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO. Burial will follow in Odd Fellows Cemetery in Washington, MO. Visitation for 62-year-old Amy Thompson will be held from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM on Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO. Memorial donations may be made to St. Gertrude Church. The Thompson family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.

Gus Garrett
10/5/2024
Gus Garrett, 13, of Union, MO passed away Tuesday, October 1, 2024. He is survived by his parents, Jason and Heather (nee' Kolb) Garrett of Union; two siblings, Logan and Annabel Garrett of Union; grandparents: Chris and Tammy Garrett of St. Clair, Lisa and Rick Houska of Union, and Jerry Kolb of Crestwood; great-grandparents, Joyce Willis of St. Clair, and Robert "Bob" Kolb and wife Phyllis of Crestwood; step-great-grandmother, Melody Garrett of Granite City, IL; uncle, Justin Garrett and wife Nickie of Foristell; cousins, Hunter, Gage, and Charleigh Garrett; along with other relatives and many friends. Memorial visitation for classmates, teachers, and friends will be held from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Monday, October 7, 2024 in the gymnasium at Union Middle School. Visitation for friends of the family and the general public will be held from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at Roots Church in St. Clair. A celebration of life service will follow at 7:00 PM on Tuesday at Roots Church. Burial will be held privately on the family farm. Memorial donations may be made to the Gus Garrett Memorial Scholarship (checks payable to Union RXI Foundation). The Garrett family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

Frank Dietl
10/4/2024
Frank H. Dietl Jr., 78, passed away on Tuesday, October 1, surrounded by loved ones. Born on July 25, 1946, to Frank H. Dietl Sr. and Helma (Dix), he graduated from Roosevelt High School in St. Louis in 1964. In a spontaneous act of love, he eloped with Sandra Remspecher on December 28, 1964, at a firehouse in Illinois. They shared a beautiful marriage that lasted 50 years. Frank began his career as a welder at Nooter Boiler before obtaining his diesel mechanic license from Vaterott College. He worked at Power Brakes for three years and, in 1969, started his apprenticeship with the St. Louis Plumbers Local 35, where he proudly remained a member for 55 years. Frank and Sandy had two children: Frank III and his spouse, Kerri, and Angela Schuttenberg and her spouse, Craig. They were blessed with five grandchildren: Jordan (and spouse Rob), Jessica (and spouse Patrick), Justin (and spouse Emily), Danny (and spouse Hayley), and Jenna, along with five great-grandchildren: Alana, Edwin, Jude, Jericho, and Aech. A passionate outdoorsman, Frank enjoyed deer hunting, fishing, and sports, and he loved working on his Corvette and Mustang. He also had a keen interest in collecting sports memorabilia, coins, Snap-on tools, neon signs, guns, knives, pool cues, poker chips, and beer steins. Above all, Frank cherished spending time with his family, his beloved dog Sparky, and visiting casinos in St. Louis and Las Vegas. He will be remembered for his strong work ethic and generosity. In the past nine years, he treated family and friends to memorable outings, including bus trips to Guns and Hoses, Cardinals games, and horse racing at Fairmount Park. A memorial visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, from 4-7 p.m. at Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home, with a celebration of life starting at 7 p.m. Memorial donations can be made to Backstoppers-Franklin County.

Evelyn McClain
10/3/2024
Evelyn McClain (nee' Davis), 92, of Villa Ridge, MO passed away Saturday, September 7, 2024. She is survived by two sons: Mike McClain and wife Mary of Union, MO and Dean McClain and wife Candace of Torrington, WY; daughter-in-law, Trina McClain of Casper, WY; seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; along with other relatives and friends. Memorial visitation will be held from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM on Monday, October 14, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO. A celebration of life service will follow at 3:00 PM at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital or American Cancer Society. The McClain family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.

Billie Carl Goforth
10/2/2024
Billie Carl Goforth known to most as Bill of St. Clair, MO passed away September 28, 2024 Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, October 5, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Visitation for 89 year old Bill Goforth will be held from 12:00 to 2:00 PM on Saturday, October 5, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO He is survived by: Sons: #( 2 ) Mark Goforth of St. Clair, MO and Ben Goforth of Lake Lotawanna Daughters: #(1 ) Molly Shaffer and husband, Michael, of St. Clair, MO Grandchildren: #(6 ) Great-Grandchildren: #(4 ) Memorials: Lions Club of St. Clair, MO Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com

Marion Matthews
9/27/2024
Marion “David” Matthews of St. Clair, MO passed away Tuesday, September 24, 2024 Graveside Services will be held at 3:00 PM Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at Round Pond Cemetery, Salem, MO The family of 90 year old Marion “David” Matthews was served by Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Burial in Round Pond Baptist Church Cemetery, Salem, MO He is survived by: Spouse: Linda Matthews nee Welch of St. Clair, MO Sons: #(2) Ken Matthes (Pam) of Cuba, MO and Tim Matthews of Reedley, CA Daughters: #(2) Lynn Hanson of St. David, AZ and Kim Babich (Ronald) of St. David, AZ Step-son : Kevin Rousan of St. Clair, MO Sisters: #(1) Grandchildren: #(7) Great-Grandchildren: #(1) Memorials: may be made to Round Pond Cemetery, Salem, MO Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com

Jane Hillermann
9/27/2024
Jane M. Hillermann, 86, of Washington, passed away on September 25, 2024. Mrs. Hillermann, daughter of the late Victor Renfert and Adele nee Straatmann, was born on September 26, 1937, in Union. She received her education from St. John’s Gildehaus Catholic School. On September 7, 1957, she was united in marriage to Robert B. Hillermann at the Immaculate Conception Church in Union. Jane enjoyed crocheting and needle point, and she was an excellent seamstress. She was an avid reader, loved to go camping, and loved spending time with her friends and family. She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Brenda Richards; granddaughter, Theresa Hillermann and brothers and sisters-in-law, Leonard Hillermann and wife Lucille, Bertha Eckelkamp and husband Maurice, Maurice Hillermann, Peter Hillermann, and Rosella Hillermann. Among her survivors are her husband, Robert B. Hillermann of Washington; two children, Bob Hillermann and wife Donna of Washington and Susan Kleekamp and husband Glenn of Washington; siblings, Angie Furlow and husband Jerry, Sandra O’Day, Dennis Renfert and wife Ellen, and Ron Renfert and wife Mary; ten grandchildren, five great-grandchildren; in-laws, Rosalyn Pursley and husband Vernon and Doris Hillermann; other relatives and friends. A visitation will be held on Sunday, September 29, 2024, from 2-6 p.m. at Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 10 a.m. on Monday, September 30, 2024, at the St. Francis Borgia Church. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Memorial donations can be made to St. Gertrude Grade School.

Cara Lee Czeschin
9/27/2024
Cara Lee Czeschin, 87, of Washington, passed away on September 25, 2024. Mrs. Czeschin, daughter of the late Roy White and Mildred nee Meek, was born on June 26, 1937, in Maysville, MO. She received her education from Maysville High School and Central Missouri State University in Warrensburg. On November 24, 1961, she was united in marriage to Earl Czeschin at the Maysville Methodist Church. Cara loved watching St. Louis Cardinals baseball games and following her grandchildren’s sporting events. She enjoyed playing bunco and card games with family and friends, reading, making and eating homemade chocolate ice cream, and spending time sitting on her screened in porches. Mrs. Czeschin was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Earl Czeschin; sister, Charlotte Carter, and in-laws, Phil Carter, Buford Vaughn, Ruth Terschluse, and Buxie Terschluse. Among her survivors are three children, Laurie Gentilini and husband Steve of Lino Lakes, MN, Debra Kuchem and husband Tim of Dutzow, and David Czeschin and wife Wanda of Clover Bottom; sister, Noma Vaughn of Maysville, MO; brother-in-law, Paul Czeschin and wife Sylvia of Washington; grandchildren, Dan Gentilini and wife Elena of Peoria, IL, Lia Gentilini of Duluth, MN, Cara Bunkley and husband Cameron of Washington, Colleen Kuchem of Dutzow, Jack Czeschin and fiance Kara Voss, and LeighAnn Sullivan and husband Scott of Clover Bottom; great-grandchildren, Lucy, Mia, and Shay; loved ones and many friends. A visitation will be held on Friday, September 27, 2024, from 4-7 p.m. at Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home. Funeral service will begin at 10 a.m. on Saturday, September 28, 2024, at the St. Peter’s United Church of Christ. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Memorial donations can be made to the Jennie Shaw Meek Memorial Scholarship Fund.

Jim Donner
9/26/2024
Jim Donner, 92, of Union, MO passed away Wednesday, September 25, 2024. He is survived by his wife, Gerry Donner (nee’ Stuesse) of Union; five children: Cheryl Amato and husband Art of Union, Daniel Donner and wife Anna of Union, Connie Wissbaum and husband Mike of Washington, Linette Arnold and husband Danny of Robertsville, and Dewayne Donner and wife Monica of Union; 15 grandchildren: Alex Amato (Brittani), Adam Amato (Jenifer Dieder), Stanley Donner (Tristen), Stephanie Johnson (Andrew), James Howell, Kraig Howell, Devon Howell, Makeen Thanawalla, Alliyah Thanawalla, Chase Wissbaum, Shannon Wissbaum, Sabrina Boyd (Jimmy Smith), Travis Boyd, Danny Arnold, and Taylor Donner (Yanelisse); 16 great-grandchildren; three brothers: Eugene Donner and wife Margie of Bourbon, Bob Donner and wife Pat of Beechgrove, TN, and Francis Donner and wife Libby of Easton, PA; sister-in-law, Maggie Donner of Brussels, Belgium; brother-in-law, Ralph Stuesse of Beaufort, MO; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Saturday, September 28, 2024 at St. Joseph Neier Catholic Church in Union, MO. Burial with full military honors will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation for 92-year-old Jim Donner will be held from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Friday, September 27, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. A parish rosary will be prayed at 2:45 PM on Friday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Joseph Neier Church or Masses. The Donner family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

Nancy Hudson
9/26/2024
Nancy Hudson (nee' Hughes), 81, of Union, MO passed away Tuesday, September 24, 2024. She is survived by two children: Pam Faille of Kokomo, IN and Chris Hudson of Union; three grandchildren: Levi Hudson, Ashley Peterson, and Phillip Peterson; two sisters: Sharon Holliday and husband Gary of Union and Penny Hults and husband Jim of Union; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, September 28, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO with Pastor Roger Johnson officiating. Burial will follow in Midlawn Memorial Gardens in Union, MO. Visitation for 81-year-old Nancy Hudson will be held from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM on Saturday, September 28, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union. The Hudson family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

Garry Kenneth Sullentrup
9/25/2024
Garry Kenneth Sullentrup, 72, of Washington, MO died at home surrounded by his loving family on Monday, September 23, 2024. He was born October 06, 1951 in Washington, MO to Kenneth and Evelyn (nee' Kriete) Sullentrup. Garry grew up in Washington, MO and received his education at St. Francis Borgia Grade School and graduated from St. Francis Borgia High School in 1970. He joined the United States Army Reserves in 1971 and was honorably discharged in May of 1977. Garry met his sweetheart, Ellen in 1998, the two were then married February 11, 2018 in Washington, MO. Family meant the world to Garry. When asked what his favorite memory was, he answered “spending time at the river with the boys.” Garry had a soft spot for his furry friends, treating each and every one like the valuable family member they were. Sammy, Bubba and Daisy will miss him dearly. Garry not only worked at the Elks Lodge from 2010 until he retired in 2024, but he had been an active member for 24 years. In addition to the Elks Club, Garry was also an active member of the Lions Club, the American Legion and the Hummingbird Club. Garry will always be remembered for his kindness and his sense of humor. He loved to laugh and to get a laugh. We couldn't have asked for a better husband, father, grandpa, brother, uncle and friend. We will miss Garry every day. His memory will live on in the hearts of all those who loved him. Garry was preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth and Evelyn (nee' Kriete) Sullentrup; one sister, Sr. Carol Sullentrup; two brothers, Terry Sullentrup and Richard Sullentrup; and brother-in-law, Ben Boedges. He is survived by his wife, Ellen Sullentrup (nee' Kessler) of Washington, MO; four sons: Anthony Sullentrup and wife Pamela of Antioch, IL, Kent Sullentrup and wife Caitie of McHenry, IL, Dwayne Sullentrup of Union, MO, and Darren Sullentrup of Union, MO; eight grandchildren: Jeremy, Amber, Brandon, Shane, Koby, Lilly, Cayde and Liam; three sisters: Nancy Mittendorf of Pacifica, CA, Sharon Boedges of Pacific, MO, and Lisa Holdmeier and husband Dale of Washington, MO; five brothers: Mark Sullentrup and wife Sheri of Linn, MO, Steve Sullentrup and Gena Mayer of Washington, MO, Dennis Sullentrup of Washington, MO, Christopher Sullentrup and wife Sheila of Washington, MO and Kenneth Sullentrup II and wife Joyce of Washington, MO; three aunts: Gladys Martin, Betty Dobsch, and Doris Sullentrup; along with great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Please join us for a Celebration of Life to be held September 28th, 2024 from 11:00 am - 2:00 pm at The Elks Lodge in Washington, MO. At Garry’s request this will be a casual celebration.

Robin Graham
9/25/2024
Robin Graham (nee' Boyd), 68, of Labadie, MO, passed away Saturday, September 21, 2024. She is survived by her husband, Kent Graham of Labadie, MO; two daughters, Ashley Graham and Lauren Graham, both of Dallas, TX; one sister, Julie Dolan of Sunset Hills, MO; two brothers, Glenn Boyd (Vickie) of Reno, NV and Tim Boyd (Melissa) of Vero Beach, FL; brother-in-law, Terry Graham (Carol) of Boerne, TX, along with other relatives and friends. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Washington, MO with Rev. Nicklaus Winker officiating. Interment will follow in St. Francis Borgia Cemetery in Washington, MO. Visitation for 68-year-old Robin Graham will be held from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Monday, September 30, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Masses or Franklin County Humane Society. The Graham family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.

Marjorie Garrison
9/24/2024
Marjorie Norita Garrison of Valley Park, MO passed away Saturday, September 21, 2024 Funeral Services will be held at 12:00 PM Thursday, September 26, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Visitation for 86 year old Marjorie Garrison will be held from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Thursday, September 26, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Burial in United Methodist Cemetery, St. Clair, MO She is survived by: Sons: #(3) Keith Ruzicka (Joyce) of Robertsville, MO, Jerry Ruzicka (Laura) of Imperial, MO and Gene Ruzicka (Sandy) of Byrnes Mill, MO Daughters: #(1) Tracie Ruzicka of Pevely, MO Sisters: #(1) Grandchildren: #(15) Great-Grandchildren: #(29) Memorials: May be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com

Daniel Diesel
9/24/2024
Daniel K. Diesel of St. Clair, MO passed away Friday, September 20, 2024 Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Visitation for 79 year old Danny Diesel will be held from 4:00 to 8:00 PM on Tuesday, September 24, 2024 and after 9:00 AM on Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Burial in Cresstview Memorial Park, St. Clair, MO He is survived by: Spouse: Judy Diesel nee Williams of St. Clair, MO Sons: #(3) Michael Tourville of St. Clair, MO, Kevin Tourville of St. Clair, MO and Jeff Tourville and wife, Jessica, of Wentzville, MO Grandchildren: #(6) Great-Grandchildren: #(10) Memorials: May be made to Christ Chapel Free Will Baptist Church in St. Clair, MO Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com

David Arand
9/23/2024
David Arand, 69, of Union, MO died on Friday, September 20, 2024. He is survived by four children Dustin and wife Laila, Dane and wife Lydia, Danielle and husband Eric, and Devin and wife Taylor; 10 grandchildren; his brothers Greg, Kevin, Paul, and Chris; his sisters Maureen and Corliss; along with his in-law, nieces, nephews, other relatives, and many dear friends. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Thursday, September 26, 2024 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Union, MO with Rev. Peter Blake officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Memorial visitation for 69-year-old Dave Arand will be held from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Wednesday, September 25, 2024 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 Immaculate Conception School. The Arand family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

Lawrence Gerling
9/21/2024
Lawrence “Larry” Gerling, 92, of Villa Ridge, MO passed away Thursday, September 19, 2024. He is survived by his four children: Bruce Gerling and wife Beverly of Cordova, TN, Bryan Gerling and wife Cindy of St. Clair, MO, Debbie OConnor and husband Tom of St. Peters, MO, Mark Gerling and wife Robyn of Villa Ridge, MO; ten grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren; one brother, Jerry Gerling of Pacific, MO; sister-in-law, Norma Sappington of St. Charles, MO; along with nieces, nephews other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, September 26, 2024 at The Ridge Church in Villa Ridge, MO with Pastor Roger Johnson officiating. Burial with full military honors will follow in Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. Visitation for 92-year-old Larry Gerling will be held from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM on Thursday, September 26, 2024 at The Ridge Church in Villa Ridge, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Samaritan’s Purse. The Gerling family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

Carolyn Ann George
9/20/2024
Carolyn Ann George (nee’ Yardley), 81, of Union, MO, passed away Wednesday, September 18, 2024. She is survived by one daughter, Paula Ridgley and significant other Kevin Kocurkovic of Labadie, MO; one son, David George and wife Shannon of Cottleville, MO; one grandchild, Brooke Ridgley and significant other Camden Wood of St. Charles, MO; one great-grandchild, Cali Siefert; three sisters-in-law: Ruthie Greenwalt of O’Fallon, MO, Mary Boone (Charles) of Rolla, MO and Carolyn Oneil and husband David of St. Louis, MO; two brothers-in-law, William “Bill” George ( Brenda) of Ballwin, MO and Robert “Bobby” George (Linda) of St. Louis, MO, along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral Services will be held at 12:00 PM on Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at Zion United Church of Christ in Union, MO with Rev. Nicholas Knoblauch officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation for 81-year-old Carolyn George will be held from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at Zion United Church of Christ in Union, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or Union Food Pantry. The George family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

Sue Carole Cummins
9/20/2024
Sue Carole Cummins nee Schupp of Pacific MO passed away September 18, 2024 Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, September 21, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Visitation for 82 year old Sue Cummins will be held from 10:00 to 11:00 AM on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home, St. Clair, MO Burial in Green Mound Cemetery Memorials: United Church of Christ Pilgram Condolences may be sent to the family via our website: russellcolonialfuneralhome.com

John Kennedy Jr
9/20/2024
John D. Kennedy Jr, 81, of Washington, MO passed away Wednesday, September 18, 2024. He is survived by two sons: John Dean Kennedy and Lonnie Kennedy, both of Washington, MO; nine grandchildren; one brother, George Kennedy and wife Carla of Gray Summit, MO; one sister, JoAnn Raymond of Union, MO; along with great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at St. Gertrude Catholic Church in Krakow, MO. Burial will follow in Union City Cemetery in Union, MO. Visitation for 81-year-old John D. Kennedy Jr will be held from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Monday, September 23, 2024 at Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Franklin County Humane Society. The Kennedy family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Union, MO.

Pauline Starek
9/19/2024
Pauline M. Starek (nee’ Emann) was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She passed away peacefully with family by her side on September 16, 2024 at age 90. She was born to Charles “Joe” Joseph and Cornelia Ida (nee’ Manhart) Emann on March 1, 1934 in Washington. After graduating from St. Francis Borgia High School in 1952, she met and married her husband, Rudolph “Rudy” John Starek. They raised their family together in Washington, where Pauline also worked for many years as a cook in several local eateries before finally retiring from the fabrics department at Walmart. Pauline loved cooking for her family, sewing, crocheting, playing BINGO, solving crossword puzzles, Elvis Presley, watching old Westerns, and spending as much time as she could with her grandchildren. She created many precious memories - taking them fishing, picnic lunches, having tea parties, going to the park, coloring, baking, and sewing with them. She is survived by four children: Becky Starek of Washington, Lynn Elbert (Neal) of Washington, Christie Gaddy (Garry) of Union, Neil Starek (Hattie) of Beaufort; five grandchildren: Josh Thoele, Doug Eaklor, Ellena Boren (Chris), Rudi Turner (Quinn), and Lou Starek; and three great-grandchildren: Skyylar, Quinn, and Ezra; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Pauline was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and two sons: Douglas John Starek and infant Neil Joseph Starek, one sister, Dolores A. Kriete and one brother, Donald Joseph Emann. A visitation will be held for Pauline on Thursday, September 19, 2024 from 4-7 p.m. at Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home. A Rosary Prayer service will be held at 3:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 10 a.m. on Friday, September 20, 2024, at Our Lady of Lourdes Church. Interment will be in the St. Francis Borgia Cemetery.


9/19/2024
Mary Jane Sincox, 84, of Washington, passed away on September 16, 2024. Mrs. Sincox, daughter of the late Joseph Obermark and Berniece nee Stratman, was born September 6, 1940, in Washington. She received her education from St. Francis Borgia Grade School. On May 5, 1962, she was united in marriage to Thomas Sincox at the St. Francis Borgia Church. She enjoyed needle pointing, knitting, cooking, baking and shopping in her younger days. She loved retirement with her husband on 'the farm'. She treasured her time with her grandchildren. She was so happy to have recently met her Great granddaughter and was very much looking forward to meeting her new great granddaughter and great grandson. She was also a savage bingo player at Oak Pointe and had been voted the "S.O.B." -Spunky Old Broad at Oak Pointe as well. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Thomas H. Sincox; mother and father-in-law, T.W. “Buck” and Ann Sincox; two brothers, Harlan and Joseph Obermark III; sister, Doris Lochirco and husband Steve and brother-in-law, Robert Maxwell. Among her survivors are two children, Donna Yaworski and husband Mike of St. Clair and Tom Sincox Jr. of Washington; three grandsons, Michael Yaworski and wife Karen of Scott City, MO, Andrew Yaworski and wife Brittany of Tacoma, WA, and Branden Sincox of Denver, CO: great-grandchildren, Mariemma Yaworski, Abby Yaworski, and Tyson Coppage; siblings, Georgene Buchman and husband Rich of Washington, Betty Maxwell and husband Thomas of California, Katherine Landess and husband Rick of California, Wayne Obermark of Washington, Brenda Smith and husband Mike of Washington, Ed Obermark and wife Becky of Washington, and David Obermark and wife Vicki of Virginia; three sister-in-laws, Peggy Obermark, Donna Obermark, and Karen Kluesner; brother-in-law, Charles Sincox and wife Carole; many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, family and friends, including the residents and Staff at Oak Pointe of Washington. A visitation will be held on Friday, September 20, 2024, from 4-7 p.m. at Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 11 a.m. on Saturday, September 21, 2024, at the St. Francis Borgia Church. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Memorial donations can be made to the American Heart Association, American Lung Association, or the Alzheimers Association

Pauline Starek
9/19/2024
Pauline M. Starek (nee’ Emann) was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She passed away peacefully with family by her side on September 16, 2024 at age 90. She was born to Charles “Joe” Joseph and Cornelia Ida (nee’ Manhart) Emann on March 1, 1934 in Washington. After graduating from St. Francis Borgia High School in 1952, she met and married her husband, Rudolph “Rudy” John Starek. They raised their family together in Washington, where Pauline also worked for many years as a cook in several local eateries before finally retiring from the fabrics department at Walmart. Pauline loved cooking for her family, sewing, crocheting, playing BINGO, solving crossword puzzles, Elvis Presley, watching old Westerns, and spending as much time as she could with her grandchildren. She created many precious memories - taking them fishing, picnic lunches, having tea parties, going to the park, coloring, baking, and sewing with them. She is survived by four children: Becky Starek of Washington, Lynn Elbert (Neal) of Washington, Christie Gaddy (Garry) of Union, Neil Starek (Hattie) of Beaufort; five grandchildren: Josh Thoele, Doug Eaklor, Ellena Boren (Chris), Rudi Turner (Quinn), and Lou Starek; and three great-grandchildren: Skyylar, Quinn, and Ezra; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Pauline was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and two sons: Douglas John Starek and infant Neil Joseph Starek, one sister, Dolores A. Kriete and one brother, Donald Joseph Emann. A visitation will be held for Pauline on Thursday, September 19, 2024 from 4-7 p.m. at Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home. A Rosary Prayer service will be held at 3:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 10 a.m. on Friday, September 20, 2024, at Our Lady of Lourdes Church. Interment will be in the St. Francis Borgia Cemetery.

James Klausner
9/17/2024
James Klausner of Mt. Sterling passed away Friday, Sept. 13th. Memorial services will be Saturday, Sept. 21 at 11:00 a.m. at Gottenstroeter Chapel in Owensville. Visitation for 72 year old James Klausner will be from 9-11 a.m. at the Chapel. He is survived by siblings Nancy Tabash and husband Ed, and Steven Klausner; his loving wife, Cindy Klausner; his son, Ethan Klausner, and his wife, Robyn; his stepchildren, Scott Stranghoener and his wife, Katie, Ryan Stranghoener and his significant other, Catherine, Steven Brandhorst, Mary Korhmann and husband Greg; as well as 10 grandchildren.

Frances Saucier
9/17/2024
Frances L. Saucier, 94, of Washington, passed away on September 15, 2024. Mrs. Saucier, daughter of the late Bernard (Ben) and Lucille (nee Selz) Buhr, was born on January 18, 1930, in Washington. She received her education from St. Francis Borgia High School. On May 3, 1952, she was united in marriage to William E. Saucier at the St. Francis Borgia Church. Frances was an artistic and resourceful woman. As a young mother she loved to play volleyball and coach her younger daughters’ grade school volleyball teams. She loved to sew, quilt and play cards. She was a weekly quilter at St. Francis Borgia and Our Lady of Lourdes, and an active member of the SFB Ladies Sodality. Along with many of her friends, she was one of the dessert ladies at the K of C Friday Fish Fry. A self-taught painter, she learned her skills from Bob Ross on Channel 9. She belonged to the K of C Auxiliary and helped cater for many events. Get-togethers with family and friends frequently involved board games, or more often card games. Pinochle was the family game of choice, but she enjoyed a good poker game too. Frances always had a project. She loved to travel with her friends and see the sites, but she always loved coming home. As life slowed down, she turned to reading, Scrabble, gin rummy and enjoying her family. She loved a good puzzle on a rainy day. The motto she lived by was "run as hard as you can as fast as you can as long as you can". She was dedicated to her church and helped whenever asked. She accepted challenges and conquered all, never desiring recognition for her work. Most of all, Frances was a loving mother and grandmother and role model for all. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, William Saucier; siblings, Karl Buhr and wife Helen, Katie Marquart and husband Vern, Bess Frederick, and son-in-law, Donald Burhans. Among her survivors are five children, Thomas Saucier and wife Mary of Washington, Claire Saucier of Washington, David Saucier and wife Kathy of Washington, Ann Morgan and husband Tim of Washington, and Jean Skouby and husband Earnest of Holts Summit, MO; grandchildren, Kimberly, Bill, Corinne, Amelia, Ali, Theresa, and Elisa; great-grandchildren, Hannah, Nathan, and Alexander; other relatives and friends. A visitation will be held on Thursday, September 19, 2024, from 8-10 a.m. at Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 10:30 a.m. at the St. Francis Borgia Church. Interment will be in the St. Francis Borgia Cemetery. Memorial donations can be made to the St. Francis Borgia Church, Our Lady of Lourdes Church, or St Francis Borgia Regional High School.

Janet Creason
9/17/2024
Janet Creason (nee' Flaker), 59, of Washington, MO passed away Saturday, September 14, 2024. She is survived by her husband, Terry Creason of Washington; four children: Elizabeth Sieve and husband Tim of Union, Joey Creason and significant other Monica Hickmann of Washington, Michael Creason and significant other Jess Stoculak of Columbia, and Colin Creason of Washington; her father, Everett Flaker of St. Louis; four grandchildren: Chloe Sieve, Mabel Creason, Cecilia Sieve, and Naomi Sieve; along with other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held privately. The Creason family is served by Oltmann Funeral Home in Washington, MO.
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