Obituaries

Melvin Vernon Jones, 98, known as “Popi”, was the only child born to Thomas and Geania (nee. Grant) Jones on July 8,1920 in Canfield, Arkansas. When he was 5 years old, he moved to East St. Louis where he started his education at Dunbar Elementary.After graduating from Lincoln Senior High School, Melvin later enrolled at the University of Arkansas Pine...

Evans, Douglas “Doug” of St. Charles County, MO passed away on Sunday, April 7 at the age of 51. Doug was surrounded by his parents, Robert and Charlotte, as well as his sisters Eileen (William) Sandlin and Renee (Kevin) Pajda. Doug had a love of cooking, and volunteered his talents at the Salvation Army once a month for many years....

Steven Paul Blasko, 77, of St. Louis, Missouri, passed away on May 16, 2021.  Steve was a veteran of the United States Navy and served on the USS Notable (MSO-460) during the 1960's. He was a long-standing proud member of several labor unions and worked at P.D.George, Moog, and Tower Automotive as a journeyman millwright and in HVAC repair. His...

Ruth Ann KigerPARK HILLS, MO. – Ruth Ann (St. Gemme) (Seals) Kiger, of Park Hills, died Feb. 27, 2017, in Bonne Terre, Mo. She was 80.Kiger was born in Rivermines, MO., Feb. 16, 1937. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert Glenwood St. Gemme and Bertie Bernice (Welch) St. Gemme, her sister Joyce Loraine (St. Gemme) Martin, her...

Teresa Elizabeth (Terri) Olsen (nee Hill), 61, of Lake St. Louis passed away on February 4, 2020, at Evelyn's House, a hospice house in Creve Coeur, after a 12 year battle with colon cancer. She was born on August 30, 1958, in Columbia. She was a 1976 graduate of Fulton High School and a 1982 graduate of Southeast Missouri State University....

Elvan C Allred, 74, of St. Charles formerly of Wichita Falls, TX passed away Sunday November 8, 2020. He is survived by his wife of 15 years, Terri Swanston, children LaVonda (Garry) McLemore, Scott (Prue) Allred and step-daughter Emily (Michael) Zander. Beloved grandfather, brother in law and dear friend to many. Elvan was a Navy veteran and served two tours...

Johnston, Gregory F, 42, of St. Louis, MO, died on December 27, 2019.Greg was born in Houston, MS and graduated from Greenwood High School.  He completed a B.S.E. in Social Science Education from Delta State University in 1999 and taught special needs students in Moss Point, MS.  He then went to graduate school at Louisiana State University where he earned...

Joan Edla Kinney (née Larson) peacefully passed away and went home to her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on March 20, 2020 in Saint Louis, Missouri at the age of 84. Joan was a beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, teacher, and friend. Joan is survived by her daughter Amy Jo (Rohn) Shearer of Grand Meadow, Minnesota; son Tony...

Patricia (Pat) Ann Staley Brewer, 70, of St Charles, MO, passed away on August 8th, 2019.Patricia was born in Orange County, Florida Febuary 15th, 1949.Patricia was married to Ernest Keith Brewer on December 21st 1967; they were married for 30 years till the untimely passing of Ernest in September of 1998.Patricia was a devoted mother and wife. She was a...

Dianne Dolores Fahr of St.Charles MO, left her earthly body on Wednesday, August 5th, 2020, after a decade plus battle with dementia. Dianne succumbed to complications from COVID-19 after a short illness.Dianne was born March 28, 1937 in St. Louis, MO. Predeceased by Robert J Fahr, Sr., Bob and Dianne were married from October 12, 1963 until his death May 28, 2019.Dianne always...

Deborah Kay Ponder, age 50, of Wright City, MO, passed away on Sunday, October 13, 2019.Debbie was born in Troy, MO on February 28th, 1969. She graduated from Winfield Highschool.Debbie worked as a homemaker, as well as, a phlebotomist. She enjoyed caring for her kids, fishing, and exploring resale shops.Deborah is survived by her children; Tyler Ponder, Courtney Ponder, and...

[embed]https://youtu.be/tPcq-hqZpGE[/embed]Easton H Wade, JrDeparted on January 8, 2022 and resided in St. Charles, MO.Easton H Wade, JR was born December 18, 1935 in Calhoun County, Illinois to Easton, Sr. & Opal Marie. Junior entered the Army after completing basic training at Camp Chaffee, Arkansas. Wade was a member of Battery B of the division’s 69th Field Artillery Battalion. He was then...

Mark Philip Rossi June 26th 1961- August 18th 2021Mark Gained his wings after fighting Covid and many other health issues for 2 1/2 weeks. He was born in Saint Petersburg, Florida then the family moved to Lynnfield, Massachusetts where he resided until around 14 years old and then he moved back to Florida. He was a father to Nancy Rossi and her...

Yvonne ( Bonnie ) F Chapman, 70, passed away July 24, 2021.  Born in St Louis  she went to Hazelwood High school. Bonnie was married to Michael Chapman for 52 years.  Bonnie is survived by her husband, Michael and three sons and daughters-in-law John and Kimberly Scott and Kim Robert and Angie, 6 grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. She has 3...

John Dee Mitchell Sr., 84, of St. Charles, MO, passed away on August 29.2019. John was married to Betty on October 27,1965; they were married for 54 years.John worked as a mechanic and licensed inspector for Good Year. He retired in 1979 after many years of service. John enjoyed gardening, woodwork, bowling, and working on vehicles.John is survived by his beloved wife, Betty, children; Yvonne, Patricia, John Jr., Michael, and Ray, siblings; Mamie, Charmie,...

George William Flucht Jr. 49 of High Ridge, MO died on May 8, 2021.George was born in Boone, Mo. George was an amazing painter and one hell of house cleaner. He loved to watch his favorite football team San Francisco 49ers. He had an ear for music, he loved his family & friends, loved spending time with son Nicholas Flucht, watching...

Joseph F. Arnet, Jr. of O'Fallon, MO fortified with the sacraments of Holy Mother Church on Monday, May 20, 2019 at the age of 64. Devoted husband of the late Linda Arnet (nee Lockard); dearest son of Joseph F. Arnet, Sr. and the late Marian Arnet (nee Siebert); loving father of Ryan (Lauren) Arnet, Kelly (Michael) Mammoser, and Courtney (Zack) Hess; beloved "Papa Joe" of Peyton and Charlotte Mammoser...

Larry McGrady, 78, January 12, 2020. Father of Laura Bira (Bob) and Wade McGrady (Kristy). Brother of the late Sue Krauska and the late Leroy McGrady. Grandfather, uncle, and friend to many.A private memorial service is planned at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery.

John S. Whitnell, 35, of St Louis, MO, passed away on 10/16/2021.John was born in Decatur, IL on 03/25/1986.John is survived by his mother, Phillips Whitnell, his brother’s Jerry Whitnell (Delenia) and Jimmy Whitnell (Amber); his sisters Vickie Hults, Lisa Howdeshell, Joyce Hug (Jeff), and Jan Whitnell; and his beloved children Jazlyn Whitnell and Stephen Hayes.John is preceded in death by his father James S. Whitnell, who passed on 10/31/1992.In...

Cocks, Lyn Elizabeth (nee: Wallerstedt), 68 of Florissant, MO, died December 11, 2021.Lyn was born in St. Louis, MO, was a graduate of Laboure High School, and a resident of Florissant for 48 years.Lyn was preceded in death by her loving husband of 22 years, Robert (Bob) Cocks (2019) and her parents Jean & Bill Viehman.Lyn is survived by her...