Obituaries

Mia Pearl Hickman

Mia Pearl Hickman

Jan 29, 2018

Mia Hickman was born December 19th, 2000 in St. Louis, MO, to Todd and Susan Hickman and later joined by her little brother and best friend Michael. Mia was a kind and loving person. She loved to help and be with children. Mia was a NHS Honors Society Member, bio-diesel club member, MBLA participant, a Falcon Flight award recipient as...

Ray Lee Anderson

Ray Lee Anderson

Jan 29, 2018

Ray L. Anderson 78 Yrs. Beloved son of the late Vernon W. & Esther A. Anderson Cherished husband of the late Louise Anderson (nee Chelsey) Loving brother-in-law, uncle, cousin, and friend to many. Visitation Friday Feb 2, 2018 1:30-2:00Pm with service at 2:00Pm at JAY B. SMITH MAPLEWOOD CHAPEL 7456 Manchester Ave. Interment Laurel Hill Cemetery

Herbert Ray Willard

Herbert Ray Willard

Jan 26, 2018

Herbert Ray Willard April 28, 1936 - January 26, 2018 Herbert Willard, son of Lilith and John D S Willard, was a graduate of West Plains High School, class of 1954. He was a member of the band, debate team, track team, class president in his sophomore, junior and senior years, and member of the Missouri State Youth Choir. He...

Ernest L. Smith

Ernest L. Smith

Jan 23, 2018

Ernest Leroy Smith passed away peacefully surrounded by his entire family on Tuesday January 23, 2018, at the age of 71 years. Ernie will be lovingly remembered by Barbara, his wife and best friend of 48 years, and their children, Dave (Tiffany), Melissa (Casey) Kalaher, Jason (Carrie), Todd (Sarah), and Scott (Rachel). Ernie will also be fondly remembered by his...

Mary Kent "Mickey" Nelson

Mary Kent "Mickey" Nelson

Jan 20, 2018

Mary Kent "Mickey", 75 Born on November 3, 1942 and passed January 20, 2018 Beloved wife of the late Frank L. Nelson Great sister to John (Greta)and Jim McCarthy Dear mother and step-mother to Kent Miller, Mark (Kelly) Nelson, Michael (Sherri) Nelson, and Karen (David) Pickett Cherished grandmother to Brandt(Darrah), Tyler, Sydnee, Kyle, John, Jessica and great-grandmother to Harper-Jean, and...

James "Jim" Maletich

James "Jim" Maletich

Jan 19, 2018

Jim Maletich, 83, died Thursday, January 19, 2018, at St. Luke's Hospital, St. Louis, MO of respiratory failure/influenza. He was born in St. Louis, MO May 15, 1934 to Joseph Michael and Barbara (Grube) Maletich. He graduated from Cleveland High School where he was president of his senior graduating class. He then continued his education at Saint Louis University receiving...

Charles P. Piar Jr.

Charles P. Piar Jr.

Jan 14, 2018

Charles Peter Piar Jr. Beloved husband of Margie Piar (nee Willhite) Dear son of the late Charles P. Piar Sr. and Esther Piar (nee Hofmann) Loving father of Ashley Piar, Susan Piar and Peter (Leslie) Piar Cherished grandfather of Jocelyn Piar and Jonas Piar Visitation Friday January 19, 2018 9:00am to 9:30am, with funeral service 9:30am. Burial 10:30am at Jefferson...

Jeffrey A. Losh

Jeffrey A. Losh

Jan 13, 2018

Jeffrey A. Losh, 50, passed away suddenly on January 13, 2018. Dear son of Robert Losh (Carolyn) and the late Patricia Clark Losh; Loving father of Justin M. Losh (Iris); Dear brother of Jennifer Sharaby, Steven S. Losh, and Amanda M. Losh; Jeffrey is a loving grandfather, brother-in-law, uncle, nephew, cousin and friend. Vis. Tues. Jan. 16, 2018 at Jay...

Laura Jean Murray

Laura Jean Murray

Jan 11, 2018

Laura J. Murray (Pummill), 77, passed away on January 11, 2018. Beloved wife of Charles Murray; Loving mother of Stephen (Rebecca) Murray; Cherished grandmother of Jacob, John, and Ollie; Dear sister of Tom (Betty)Pummill Memorial gathering at 2:00pm on January 21, 2018 at Brentwood Congregational UCC 2400 S. Brentwood Blvd 63144 Memorials to endowment fund at Brentwood Congregational UCC or...

Lioba M. Weir

Lioba M. Weir

Jan 10, 2018

A woman before and of her time, one that had it all - family and career. A 1947 graduate of DePaul Hospital School of Nursing, Lioba had a successful life, fulfilling her hopes and dreams for herself and her family. This was not an easy task. There were always challenges raising seven children, and caring for her aging mother, while...

Joseph Baeres Sr.

Joseph Baeres Sr.

Jan 9, 2018

Joseph Baeres Sr. Joseph Baeres Sr. born April 25, 1933 died on Tuesday January 9, 2018 at the age of 84. Beloved husband for 49 years of the late Maria (Frank) Baeres and dear son of the late Franz and Anna nee Harnacker Baeres. Loving father and father-in-law of Wilhelm (and the late Sheila) Baeres, Magdalena (Paul) Gross, Joseph Jr....

Raymond E. Fulsom Sr.

Raymond E. Fulsom Sr.

Jan 5, 2018

Raymond Fulsom Sr. February 16, 1919 - January 5, 2018 Ray was the second child in a family of six. He was the last of his siblings. Ray married Pat Dierkes in 1941, they had seven children, one of whom died in childhood. After returning from the service in WWII, they moved to Affton, then bought a home in Fenton....

Paul P. Yaloures

Paul P. Yaloures

Jan 4, 2018

Paul Yaloures, 95, died January 4, 2017. Born on August 26, 1922, in St. Louis, he served with distinction as an engineer during the Second World War, designing airfields throughout Europe. On returning home after leaving the army, he found work as an engineer with Scullin Steel Company, where he would remain until the company closed. In 1950, he married...

Ted F. Strauser

Ted F. Strauser

Jan 1, 2018

Ted Franklin Strauser Ted F. Strauser, 86, of Cedar Hill died January 1, 2018, at his home. Ted was a member of Friendship Baptist Church of Cedar Hill. He was a Union Carpenter until founding Gravois Truss Company, which he owned and operated until he retired. He loved to fish with his boys, play cards and games and spending time...

Georgia Kay Miller

Georgia Kay Miller

Dec 31, 2017

Georgia Kay Miller, 69 (nee Moeser) on Sun. Dec 31, 2017/ Beloved wife of the late Carl J. Miller. Cherished sister of Carlene Gitlin, Carl (Anna) Moeser and Deborah Decker. Sister-in-law of the late Stewart Gitlin and James Decker. Loving aunt of James, Michael, Tina, Paul, Robin, Andrew and Catherine. Dear Sister, sister-in-law, aunt, great-aunt, great-great aunt, cousin and friend....

Oca Mae Abernathy

Oca Mae Abernathy

Dec 29, 2017

Abernathy, Oca Mae (nee Stinnett) July 2, 1921 - Dec. 29, 2017 Beloved wife of the late Blane Abernathy; Loving mother of Jerry Abernathy, Bob (Karen) Abernathy, Bill (Patti) Abernathy, Elizabeth (John) Jegel and the late Gene Abernathy; Cherished grandmother of 7 and great grandmother of 2; Our dear aunt and friend to many; Mrs. Abernathy is a member of...

Edward E. Alexander

Edward E. Alexander

Dec 26, 2017

Edward E. Alexander August 4, 1929- December 26, 2017 Beloved husband of Lois Alexander Dear son of Clyde & Ruby Alexander Loving father of Chris (Judy) Alexander, Wayne (Gail) Alexander, Alex (Vicki) Alexander, Edgina (Doug) Newbanks, David Bezayiff, Rita Bezayiff, Steve Bezayiff, Mike Bezayiff (deceased) Cherished grandfather of Eric Alexander, Cory Bathke, Adam Alexander, Nicki Jeffers, Mitchelle Yatus, Jason Bezayiff,...

Jennifer H. Schneider

Jennifer H. Schneider

Dec 26, 2017

Jennifer H. Schneider (nee Godfroy), passed away on Dec. 26, 2017. Beloved wife of Stewart Schneider; Loving mother of Sam Harned(Meaghan); Cherished grandmother of 5 beautiful grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren; Dear sister of Roseanne McNamara(Tom); Jennifer is a mother-in-law, aunt, great-aunt and cousin. Memorial service to be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations please to the...

Everett Rodgers

Everett Rodgers

Dec 25, 2017

Everett Rodgers April 21, 1935 - December 25, 2017 Beloved husband of the late Norma M. Rodgers. Dear Father of Scott (Sherry) Lowe, Debbie (Scott) Barker and Tracy Rodgers. Cherished grandfather of Catina (Rowdy) Unruh and Chris (Stephanie) Lowe. Great-gradfather of Wayatt Unruh, Owen Unruh and Hunter Lowe. Dear brother of Charles (Linda) and Ralph Rodgers, the late James and...

Bernard Brekrus

Bernard Brekrus

Dec 24, 2017

Brekrus, Bernard December 24, 2017 at age 90 Fortified with the sacraments of Holy Mother Church Born November 30, 1927 in South Bend, Indiana Son of the late Harry and Josephine Brekrus Loving husband of 65 years to Theresa "Terry" Brekrus (nee Hausladen) Loving father of Barbara (Tom deceased) Morrow, Bernie J. (Karla) Brekrus and Mary Beth (Mike) Mansfield Cherished...