Obituaries

Wesley Reynard

Wesley Reynard

Apr 10, 2025

On April 10, 2025, Wesley Reynard passed away at the hospital surrounded by loved ones.

Wesley was a well-known, energetic, caring soul born in Kansas City, MO. From there he grew up and worked various jobs gaining friendships that will not be forgotten. Through these friendships, he brought love, laughter, and cherished memories. He enjoyed spending time outdoors and exploring new...

Michael Alan Abbott

Michael Alan Abbott

Apr 8, 2025

Michael Alan Abbott, 40 of St. Ann, Missouri passed away Tuesday, April 8, 2025 in St. Ann.

The son of Tracy and Angie Abbott, he was born August 10, 1984 in St. Louis, Missouri.

He leaves to mourn his passing, parents, Tracy Abbott and Angie Abbott; his siblings, twin brother Matt Abbott and Matt's wife, Kristin, sister Amanda Abbott and brother Alex...

Becky Sherrard-Hutt

Becky Sherrard-Hutt

Apr 6, 2025

Rebecca "Becky" Ellen Sherrard-Hutt (nee: Reichmuth) born on August 6, 1959 in Saint Louis, Missouri, passed away on April 6, 2025 in Lake Saint Louis, Missouri at the age of 65. Preceded by parents Frank and JaDeane Reichmuth (nee: Evans). Preceded by her brother Frank "Buddy" Reichmuth Jr and Robert "Bob" Reichmuth.

Becky was preceded in death by her former husband...

Beverly Sue Brown

Beverly Sue Brown

Mar 28, 2025

Our dear mother, Beverly Sue Brown, sadly passed away on March 28, 2025 at the age of 80. She was a wonderful mother and loving grandma. She put all of her heart and soul into raising two boys, mostly on her own. She was overwhelmed with joy every time she saw her granddaughters and loved to spoil them. Everyone in...

Daniel Peanick

Daniel Peanick

Mar 25, 2025

Daniel Gene Peanick, 66, passed away on March 25, 2025. He was born on September 6, 1958, in Pond (now Wildwood), Missouri. Dan was one of four brothers raised by a hardworking single mother. His mother, a dedicated postal worker, instilled in him the value of perseverance, while his father, a World War II veteran, passed down a deep respect...

Karen K. Hall

Karen K. Hall

Mar 23, 2025

With sadness but grateful hearts, we celebrate the life of Karen K. Hall, who passed away on March 23, 2025. She was a fiercely independent woman who raised her daughters, Gail Hall Carlock and Stacie Hall Herr, with strength, love, and unwavering determination.

Karen is now reunited in heaven with her beloved daughter, Michelle, and her parents, Thomas and Helen Tesone....

Dennis B. Austin

Dennis B. Austin

Mar 21, 2025

Dennis B. Austin, 64 of Defiance, Missouri, died Friday, March 21, 2025, at his home. 

Dennis was born and raised in Defiance and attended Francis Howell High School.

He was accompanied by his partner, Diana Thurber, sharing a happy life for 35 years.

Dennis worked as an owner/operator of his own hauling business. He contributed to most of the residential areas of St....

Dennis Yancey

Dennis Yancey

Mar 19, 2025

Dennis Riley Yancey, of O'Fallon, Missouri, passed away on March 19, 2025 at the age of 76. Survived by life partner, Mary Ann Lehnen, Two Children, Christopher Yancey and Katie Pfitzer. Dennis also had an extended family, Marty and Deanna Baker of Wentzville and their two children Isabella and Sophia Baker. Preceded in death by Sister Diane Yancey of Paducah...

Richard M. Stewart

Richard M. Stewart

Mar 12, 2025

Richard Marion Stewart, 71, of O’Fallon, MO died on March 12, 2025. Rick was born in St. Louis, MO and graduated from McCluer High School. He continued his education at the University of Missouri St. Louis where he played baseball. He went on to Arizona State and then came back to UMSL to finish his BS degree.

Rick went on to...

James Edward Powers

James Edward Powers

Mar 1, 2025

James Edward Powers, Jr. born May 1, 1961 (63) of St Louis, MO died on March 1, 2025. He was born in Los Angeles, CA and graduated from Roosevelt High School. James worked several jobs over the years, most recently home improvements. He is survived by his oldest daughter Jasmine Powers from his first marriage. He is also survived by...

Linda Marie Hill

Linda Marie Hill

Mar 1, 2025

Linda Marie Hill 63, of St. Charles, MO, died on March 1, 2025.Linda was born in St. Louis, MO at Bethesda General Hospital and graduated from Fox Senior High School on May 31, 1979.Linda was married to Terry L. Hill on November 8, 1980. They were married for 16 years.

Linda’s career began as a Professional Secretary. She worked for Ralston...

John D Pickering

John D Pickering

Feb 22, 2025

John D. Pickering, of O’Fallon, Missouri, passed away February 22, 2025 at 81 years of age. Born in Unionville, Mo in 1943, John graduated from Missouri State Teacher’s College (now Truman State University) before embarking on a career as a middle and high school biology teacher. He met his wife of 59 years, Susan Bennett, in college. They married in...

Loretta Ann Kleffner

Loretta Ann Kleffner

Feb 19, 2025

Loretta Ann Kleffner (née Hoelscher) passed away on February 19, 2025, at the age of 81. She was the beloved wife of Thomas Lawrence Kleffner and a devoted mother to Russell Kleffner and Michael (Stephanie) Kleffner. A cherished grandmother, Loretta’s love extended to Brandy (Joe) Alonso, Nicholas, Benjamin, Lily, Max, Laney Kleffner and great-grandmother to Adaline Alonso

Born on June 19,...

Karen Cook

Karen Cook

Feb 10, 2025

Karen Elsa Fullilove Cook, 73, of St. Charles, MO, passed away on February 10, 2025, just days shy of her 74th birthday. Born on February 22, 1951, in Bronx, New York, Karen was the beloved daughter of Pastor Harry and Ruth Fullilove. Throughout her life, she was a devoted mother, sister, and friend, with an inquisitive spirit that touched the...

Arthur L. "Art" Keefe III

Arthur L. "Art" Keefe III

Jan 29, 2025

Arthur L. "Art" Keefe III, 71, passed away on January 29, 2025, in Lake Saint Louis, Missouri, surrounded by his loved ones. 

Born on August 29, 1953, in Corning, Iowa, Art graduated from Corning High School in 1971. He continued his education at Southwest Iowa Community College before embarking on a lifelong career as a salesman in the laundry and dry-cleaning...

Imelda Ann Gavin

Imelda Ann Gavin

Jan 29, 2025

Imelda Ann Gavin "Ann" as she was known was born in St. Louis and lived all her life in various areas around the city. Sadly, she lost her mother @ age 11 and had a sometimes-difficult upbringing with her father. But Ann persevered and accomplished many things in life.

She became a champion Fly Caster for which she was featured on...

Peter Fox

Peter Fox

Jan 28, 2025

Peter Fox, 64, of Webster Groves, Missouri, formerly of Grayslake, Illinois, passed away on January 28, 2025. Peter was a beloved scientist at Abbvie, a biopharmaceutical company in North Chicago, for more than 15 years. In his role, Peter worked as an application and data scientist to evolve science with data.

Peter will be remembered most for his dry sense of...

Christine Cardinale

Christine Cardinale

Jan 27, 2025

Christine "Aunt Nina" Cardinale, born on June 16, 1931, in St. Louis, Missouri, to Agostino and Marie Cardinale, passed away peacefully on January 27, 2025.  

Christine was a devoted sister to Sam (Verna), Frank (Dorothy), Marie (Dominick Theodosis), Nicolas (Rita), Joseph (Johnnie), Lawrence (Sandra). She was the beloved aunt of 21 nieces and nephews, 41 great-nieces and nephews, and 22...

Robert Donald Leath Sr.

Robert Donald Leath Sr.

Jan 21, 2025

Robert Donald Leath, Sr. (aka “Don” and “Pop”) peacefully passed away on January 21, 2025, at the age of 84.

July 1, 1940, was a great day in Haleyville, Alabama when Don was born to John and Florene Leath. He spent his early life in Alabama and Mississippi, then moved to Memphis, TN. There he met his beloved wife, Sandra, when...

Diane R. Coleman

Diane R. Coleman

Jan 21, 2025

Diane R. Coleman, 68, of St. Peters, MO, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2025, after a courageous battle with diabetes.

Born March 1956 in Los Angeles California, Diane was a beloved mother, sister, aunt and great aunt, and a cherished friend to all who knew her. She will be remembered for her warm heart, unwavering kindness, big personality, and her...