Obituaries
Obituaries
Joann Barron
Jun 7, 2026
Joann Barron of Mineral Point, Missouri, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, June 7, 2026, at the age of 73. Born on October 23, 1952, in Potosi, Missouri, Joann was the daughter of the late Irvin Drennen and Betty (Kean) Drennen. On April 4, 1967, she was united in marriage to James "Jimmy" Barron at her parents' home....
Oneida Marie Middleton
Jun 7, 2026
Oneida Marie Middleton of Desloge, Missouri, passed away peacefully in the early hours of Sunday, June 7, 2026, at the age of 91.
Oneida was born on February 5, 1935, a daughter of the late Edward B. Hochstatter and Dora Lillian (Gibson) Hochstatter. Raised in Caledonia, Missouri, she grew into a woman whose life was centered on her faith, her family,...
Rhonda May Bequette
Jun 6, 2026
Rhonda May Bequette of Mineral Point, Missouri, departed this life on Saturday, June 6, 2026 at Mercy Hospital Jefferson at the age of 61. Rhonda was born on November 7, 1964 in St. Louis, Missouri, a daughter of the late Thomas Patrick Hines and Maxine Bernice (Crider) Hines.
Those who remain to treasure her memory include her husband, Earl Bequette; four...
Alberta Pirtle Coleman
May 30, 2026
Alberta Pirtle Coleman, a loving and devoted wife, mom, grandma, and friend, went to her Heavenly Home on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at the age of 94.
Born on August 17, 1931, in East Alton, Illinois, Alberta was the oldest of five children born to Noel Phillips and Lola (Estes) Phillips. She grew up in Fredericktown, Missouri, where she attended a...
Marty Schrum
May 24, 2026
Marty O’Neal Schrum, age 60, of Belgrade, Missouri, passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2026. He was born on July 12, 1965, a son of the late Scottie Schrum and Ina June (Parks) Schrum.
Marty was a man who appreciated the simple things in life and found joy in the moments that mattered most. He loved being outdoors, especially spending time...
Bobby Joe Bourbon
May 23, 2026
Bobby Joe Bourbon of Potosi, Missouri, was born on April 8, 1975, a son to Hilda Lavern Bourbon. Bobby departed this life on Saturday, May 23, 2026 having reached the age of 51.
Bobby is survived by his loving mother, Hilda Lavern Bourbon; three children: Krystal Braun (Michael), Bobby Bourbon Jr. (Paige), and Kenzie Wade; granddaughter, Everleigh Bourbon; three brothers: Billy...
Michael Lee LaRue
May 20, 2026
Michael Lee LaRue, 71, passed away on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. He was born on October 22, 1954, in St. Louis, Missouri, a son of the late Billy Ray LaRue and Eva Dell (Bailey) LaRue.
Michael graduated with the Class of 1972 from Roosevelt High School in St. Louis, Missouri, and spent most of his life in the St. Louis area....
Harold "Harry" Carlyon
May 20, 2026
Harold Bryan Carlyon, lovingly known as “Harry,” of Potosi, Missouri, was born on August 30, 1941, a son of the late Paul Preston Carlyon, Sr. and May Amelia (Bergmann) Carlyon. Harry passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at the age of 84.
Harry was united in marriage to the love of his life, Judith “Judy” Eye, on December 2,...
Leon Dale Adams
May 16, 2026
Leon Dale Adams of Mineral Point, Missouri, was born on February 1, 1951, in St. Louis, Missouri, a son of the late Clifford Adams and Dorothy (Kean) Adams. Dale, as many family and friends knew him, went to his Heavenly home on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at the age of 75.
Dale grew up in the Springtown area as one of...
John Nathaniel Bennett, Jr.
May 15, 2026
John Nathaniel Bennett, Jr., of Potosi, Missouri, was born on December 14, 1962, a son of the late John N. Bennett, Sr. and Gloria (Stewart) Bennett. He passed away on Friday, May 15, 2026, at the age of 63.
John enjoyed the simple things in life. He loved farming, fishing, and spending time outdoors. He also had a great interest in...
Carol L. (Gibson) Lewis
May 15, 2026
Carol Lee Lewis of St. Clair, Missouri, formerly of Potosi, departed this life on Friday, May 15, 2026, at Crabapple Village, having reached the age of 67 years, 11 months, and 14 days. Carol was born on June 1, 1958 in Bonne Terre, a daughter of the late Charles Gibson and Mary (DeClue) Gibson.
Carol grew up in the Potosi area...
Donald Thurmond
May 14, 2026
Donald George Thurmond of Desloge, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at the age of 87. Born on May 28, 1938, in Potosi, Missouri, Don grew up in the community he always held close to his heart.
Don enjoyed four wheeling and spending time talking on his CB radio, where he proudly went by the handle “The Fugitive.” He...
Ronda Gail Nelson
May 13, 2026
Ronda Gail Nelson of Potosi, Missouri, departed this life on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at her home with her loving family by her side at the age of 62. Ronda was born on July 14, 1963, in Potosi, Missouri, a daughter of the late Reuben Walter Henry and Lena Rose (Valley) Henry.
Ronda met the love of her life, Terry Nelson,...
Eleanor Benson
May 11, 2026
Eleanor Tuncap Benson, 79, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 11, 2026, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on October 10, 1946, Eleanor was raised in Piti, Guam and was proud of her Chamorro heritage. She was the beloved daughter of the late Juan Tuncap and Antonia (Diaz) Tuncap.
Having been fortified by...
Charles "Chuck" W. Burge
May 8, 2026
Charles William Burge, lovingly known as “Chuck” by his family and friends, went to be with the Lord on Friday, May 8, 2026, at the age of 71. Chuck was born on January 22, 1955, in Texas, the son of the late Earl William Burge and Martha (Neely) Burge.
Chuck grew up in the small town of Essex, Missouri, where he...
Lois Ann (Todd) Castaneda
May 6, 2026
Lois Ann Castaneda of Mineral Point, Missouri, affectionately known by family and friends as “Ann,” passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home at the age of 73. She was born on July 11, 1952, in Bonne Terre, Missouri, a daughter of the late Virgil L. Todd and Lois R. (Lollar) Todd.
Ann was raised just outside of Potosi and...
Robert Edward Hottle
May 1, 2026
Robert Edward Hottle, affectionately known as “Ed” to his family and friends, departed this life on Friday evening, May 1, 2026, at his home in Park Hills, Missouri, at the age of 60.
Ed was born on October 19, 1965. He was a hardworking man throughout his life, dedicating 25 years to Flat River Glass Factory, where he retired. He also...
Emerson Mae Eckhoff
Apr 28, 2026
Baby Emerson Mae Eckhoff, lovingly known as “Emmie,” was born an angel on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Though her time here was brief, she was deeply loved from the very beginning and will forever remain a precious part of the hearts of all who knew and loved her.
Emmie was the cherished daughter of Jessica Eckhoff, who will carry her sweet...
Paul Keith Brewer
Apr 28, 2026
Paul Keith Brewer, known to many as Keith, was born on June 6, 1956, a son of the late Paul Joseph Brewer and Wilma (Brown) Brewer. He passed away on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at the age of 69.
Keith dedicated much of his life to the road, working as a truck driver for 40 years before retiring. He lived a...
Darrell Joseph Pierce
Apr 26, 2026
Darrell Joseph Pierce of Viburnum, Missouri, passed away at his home on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at the age of 74.
Darrell was born on August 8, 1951, in Iron Mountain, Missouri, a son of the late George Ira Pierce and Frances Edna (King) Pierce. He grew up in Belgrade and, as a young boy, enjoyed spending time playing at Clear...
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