Obituaries

Dec 9, 2018

Beatrice C. "Bee" Sparks December 9, 2019 Devoted to her family, friends and The Salvation Army; Beloved wife of the late James O'Reilly and Charles W. "Toddy" Sparks Sr.; Loving mother of Mary L. Colombo, Nancy L. (the late Garry) Lowder, Diana M. (Lawrence) Nolan, Betty (the late John Keith Sr.)Pearson and James T. (Kathy) Sparks; Cherished grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother,...

Dec 8, 2018

Joseph Patrick Whealon (67) passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family, on December 8, 2018. Born in East St. Louis, IL, Joe is the beloved father of daughter, Julia R. (Whealon) Greco, and her husband Tim Greco; and son Edward J. Whealon, and his wife Lisa Favignano-Whealon. Doting grandfather to Edward Joseph Pasquino Greco, Sophia Rose Whealon, Ava Kathleen...

Dec 6, 2018

Ronald Joseph Swierk, age 81 Passed to eternal peace on December 6, 2018. Dearest son of the late Joseph and Ruth Swierk (nee Kiwala) Devoted husband of the late Virginia Lee Swierk (Hoeynck). Dearest father of Ronald J. Swierk, Jr. (Beth), Michael Swierk (Jill), Andrew Swierk, Kathy Baker (Pat), and Paul Swierk (Elaine). Loving grandfather of Brea Gile (Jeff), Christopher...

Dec 5, 2018

Kenneth Kaelin August 9, 1946 - December 5, 2018 Beloved son of the late Donald & Elsie Kaelin Loving brother of Donald & Ruby Kaelin

Dec 4, 2018

Bates, Shirley (nee Bieser) Beloved wife of the late Edward Jacobi, and Richard Bates Loving Mother of Dwight (Emily) Jacobi, Cathy Jacobi-Humphrey, Patrick Jacobi, & Tracy (Jerry) Jacobsen. Cherished grand mother of Kelly, Luke, Matt, Eddie, & Nicholas. Our dear sister, sister-in-law, aunt, and friend to many. Funeral Saturday Dec 8, 2018 11:00 AM Mass @ All Saints Catholic Church...

Dec 3, 2018

Shelba "Jean" Chapman December 3, 2018 Beloved wife of the late Elwyn L. "Chip" Chapman; Dear daughter of Iva Kathleen Chapman; Loving mother of Daniel "Dan" (Eileen) Chapman of Chesterfield, Mo. and Diana "Di" Chapman of Brentwood, Mo.; Cherished grandmother of Kate Chapman and Michael (Jaimee) Chapman; Great-grandmother of Norah Chapman; Visitation 4-8pm Thursday December 6, 2018 at Jay B....

Nov 30, 2018

Roland Jean Norton, age 66, passed away in his home on Friday, November 30, 2018. Roland was a kind and loving father, brother, son and friend. He was a brilliant song writer, musician and artist. He was passionate about the pursuit of knowledge and culture, made evident by his intellectual and charming nature. His genuine and caring heart rewarded him...

Nov 28, 2018

Darrell Parks, 61 Monday, May 13, 1957 - Wednesday, November 28, 2018 Today I went home. I am no longer in pain and am at peace. To those I have left behind know that I love you. I went peacefully in my sleep to be with my Lord. Memorials can be made to: Wounded Warrior Project PO Box 758517 Topeka,...

Nov 23, 2018

Chris Moses age 34, from Fenton, MO.; Sadly Chris was taken from us on November 23rd, 2018; Son of Delores Moses and the dearly departed Daniel Moses; Amazing father to his beautiful 3 children Devin 14, Daniel 11, and Faith 4; He leaves behind his love and best friend Tabitha Reuter; A dear brother to Angie Weida, Brian Ruether and...

Nov 21, 2018

Halladay Sr., Harry R. passed away November 21, 2018, at the age of 76. Husband of 50 years to Carolyn (Ernst). Father of Angela (Mike) Newell and "Grampa" to Jenna. Father of Harry Jr., and Grandfather to Samuel and Hannah. Brother, Brother-In-Law, Uncle, Cousin and Friend to many. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to...

Nov 19, 2018

Jacqueline J. Morgan (nee Rohman) "Jackie" on Monday, November 19, 2018 Beloved wife of the late Henry C. Morgan Dear daughter of the late Fred and Mildred Rohman Loving mother of Fred ( Cheryl) Morgan, Terri ( Matthew) Schwarz, and Mary ( Rick) Ver Mehren Cherished grandmother of Joy, Matthew, Laura ( Adam), Lacey ( Justin), Michael, Nick, Curt (...

Nov 19, 2018

Darlene Richardson (nee Nickles); Beloved wife of Clinton "Butch" Richardson; Loving mother of Ronald (Rebecca Collins) Richardson & Patricia (Andrew) Nappier; Cherished grandmother of Crystal & Ryan (Hannah Schuck) Richardson, and Robert & Andrew Davids, and great grandmother of Aunnahbella & Dexter Richardson; Dear sister of Doris Kohout & Ronald Nickles and the late Thomas Nickles; Visitation Monday November 26,...

Nov 18, 2018

Marie Thresia Anthony Barnett was born on Friday September 14, 1928 in Meta Missouri. She passed from this mortal realm on Sunday November 18, 2018 having graced our presence for 90 years, 2 months and 4 days. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Catherine Evers and her husband of 66 years, Lewis R. Barnett. To Lewis...

Nov 18, 2018

Mary Susan McCrary (nee Stroup) February 12, 1944 - November 18, 2018 Dear daughter of the late Glenn and Mary Ellen Stroup (nee Odell); Loving wife of the late Ray McCrary; Dear sister Ken (Cindy) Stroup; Cherished mother of Bill (Miji) Williams and Robert (Debbi) Williams; Devoted grandmother of Jonathan, Joshua, Theresa and Stacie; Our dear sister-in-law, aunt, cousin and...

Nov 18, 2018

Nov 15, 2018

Jeanette Ruth Keim (nee Hagler),76 on Thursday, November 15, 2018 Beloved wife of the late Walter N. Keim Loving mother of Jeffrey ( Carolyn), Donald (Cheryl), and Mark Keim Cherished grandmother of Nicholas, Bailey ( Caleb) Carlson, Gabreille, Dawson, Macy, Mason, Caleb, and Carter Sister of Betty Hood, Shirley Perkins, Lillian Blair, and the late Jerry Hagler Our dear mother-in-law,...

Nov 15, 2018

Peggy Jean Dennison, (nee Alsup) age 86, of Belle, MO, died Thursday, November 15, 2018, at Frene Valley NH in Owensville, MO; She was the daughter of the late Aubrey Lee Alsup and the late Olis Louise Alsup (nee Evans); Loving mother of Nancy Jones,and Gary Dennison; She is a cherished grandmother, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, cousin and friend to many;...

Nov 15, 2018

Irvin "Chub" Janssen on Thursday, November 15th, 2018. Best friend and care giver, Paul Weakley. Cherished uncle of Carole Janssen, John Janssen, Dan Janssen, Larry Janssen, Dennis Janssen, Tracy Caldwell, Patti Janssen, Randa McAllister and Karen Pitman. Loving uncle, great-uncle to many cousin and friend. "Chub" is a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps. He served in the...

Nov 15, 2018

Courtney "Gig" Gale Pitkin Jr. died unexpectedly at his home in Richmond Heights on November 15, 2018. Funeral services will be held at Jefferson Barracks Chapel on November 30th, 2018, at 2:30 PM. A vehicle procession will leave from the Jefferson Barracks main entrance at 2:15 PM, and head to the Chapel on grounds. No cars may enter the Barracks...

Nov 14, 2018