Obituaries
Deborah Kloeppel
Oct 22, 2025
Kloeppel, Deborah Lynn (nee: Cakalic), 58, of St. Charles, MO, died on October 22, 2025.
Deborah was born in New Cumberland, PA to Michael and Alyce Cakalic and graduated from Francis Howell High School.
Deborah was married to the love of her life, Timothy Kloeppel on March 6, 1985. They were married for 40 years. They had three wonderful children, Heather Ducote...
Becky A. Crosswhite
Oct 19, 2025
Becky A. Crosswhite (nee Sherman ), 63 of O Fallon, MO, passed away Sunday, October 19, 2025. She is survived by Brother, Michael (Sharon) Sherman, Son, Troy (Jennifer) Breinlinger, Daughter, April (Shawn) Mihkelson, Grandchildren, Ethan Anderson, Grandchildren, Natalie Mihkelson, Grandchildren, Mason Mihkelson, Grandchildren, Corey Mihkelson, Grandchildren, Auron Tischler, Grandchildren, Cayden Breinlinger, Grandchildren, Tristyn Breinlinger, Grandchildren, Rileigh-Ann Breinlinger. Preceded in death...
Calvin Joseph Reinbold
Oct 9, 2025
Calvin Joseph Reinbold, 45, of O'Fallon, Missouri, died on October 9,2025. Calvin was born July 12, 1980 in Florissant, Missouri. He graduated from Fort Zumwalt High School. He was a very honest, thoughtful and caring young man. He was a wonderful son, brother, uncle, cousin, nephew and friend to all that knew him. He leaves behind his mother, Mary Reinbold...
Steven Harmon
Oct 8, 2025
Steven C. Harmon, 70 of St. Charles, MO, passed away peacefully on October 8, 2025 after a courageous 12 mo. cancer battle.
Steve, is survived by his wife, Judi, his beloved partner, best friend, and love of his life. Together they created a lasting love story spanning over forty years.
He worked for Boeing (previously McDonnell Douglas) for 40 yrs. During this...
Eric Smelcer
Oct 2, 2025
Smelcer, Eric, 65, of OFallon, MO, died on October 2, 2025.
Eric was born in St. Louis, MO, raised in Florissant, MO and graduated from Hazelwood Central High School, Class of 1978.
Eric loved playing guitar and was very talented at it. He loved music, was a Jack of all trades and loved his family.
Eric was married to Valerie Wunderle on June...
Robert McLean
Sep 22, 2025
Robert “Bob” McLean
December 1, 1945 – September 22, 2025
Robert “Bob” McLean, 79, of St. Louis, Missouri passed away peacefully surrounded by his family. Born on December 1, 1945, to Walter and Lucille McLean, Bob lived a life defined by hard work, devotion to family, and quiet generosity.
After serving proudly in the U.S. Navy, Bob returned home and bought his parents...
Robert Summers
Sep 12, 2025
Robert “Bob” Lloyd Summers
With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Robert “Bob” Lloyd Summers, 82, of St. Paul, MO on September 12, 2025.
Bob was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and brother-in-law who touched countless lives with his love, dedication, and unwavering support. Born in Marshfield, MO on October 12, 1942, Bob was the son of...
Rose Ann Kerner
Sep 6, 2025
Rose Ann Kerner (nee LaRose ), of Saint Charles, MO, passed away Saturday, September 6, 2025 at the age of 69. Survived by Friend/POA, Deborah Carney, Son, Josh (Alicia) Bass, Son, Jeremy Bass, Son, Jake (Laurie) Bass, Grandchildren, Rebecca Bass, Grandchildren, Sara (Alec) Caswell, Grandchildren, Caleb Bass, Grandchildren, Macey Bass, Grandchildren, Tyler Bass, Grandchildren, Conner (Jaiden) Walters, Grandchildren, Ricki Bass,...
Jon Naes
Sep 3, 2025
Gary Jon Naes, 50, of Saint Charles, Missouri, passed away on September 3, 2025. He was born on November 9, 1974, in Saint Louis, Missouri, to the late Gary and Sharon Naes.
Jon created cherished memories as a son, brother, husband, father, uncle, cousin, and friend whose sense of humor touched everyone who knew him. He graduated from Francis Howell North...
Bret Anthony Mahoney
Aug 28, 2025
In Loving Memory of Bret Anthony Mahoney August 14, 1975 – August 28, 2025
With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Bret Anthony Mahoney, who left this world on August 28, 2025, at the age of 50. Bret was a man of unwavering loyalty and a love for life that touched everyone around him.
Born on August 14, 1975, Bret grew...
Tom Schopp
Aug 24, 2025
Thomas “Tom” Schopp, 70, of St. Charles, passed away on August 24, 2025. He was born on February 16, 1955.
Tom was the beloved husband of Diana (née Conboy), with whom he shared 47+ years of marriage. He was a devoted father to Bradley (Jessica) and Julia (Rohan), and a proud grandfather of Claire, Sam, and Miles. He was the cherished...
Margaret Rose Herb
Aug 18, 2025
Margaret Rose Herb
October 4, 1957-August 18, 2025
Margaret was born on October 4, 1957 in Nashville, Tennessee, to John and Vernon Herb. An excellent student all her life, she attended St. Bernard Academy, receiving a rigorous education that served her well for college, culminating in a MA with honors in Education from Webster University.
Margaret was a gifted and supportive teacher who...
Bonnie Jean Wilson
Aug 14, 2025
Bonnie Jean Wilson
April 29, 1946 – August 14, 2025
With a heavy heart and immense love, we announce that Bonnie Jean Wilson, 79, of Ballwin, MO ended a long and courageous battle with cancer on August 14, 2025. Throughout her journey, she faced her illness with incredible strength, grace and an unwavering spirit that inspired those who knew her.
Born on April...
Lawrence Schaefer
Aug 13, 2025
Lawrence Anthony Schaefer, 90, of Wentzville, Missouri passed away peacefully Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at Cottages of Lake Saint Louis, Missouri.
He is survived by: his wife, Marilyn (Kowalski) Schaefer; five children, Kim, Karen, David, Doug and Jennifer; four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
Zachary L. Reardon
Aug 11, 2025
Zachary L. Reardon of St. John, Missouri, passed away suddenly on August 11, 2025 at the age of 41. Zach was a mechanic, welder, and tinkerer; a creative, energetic soul who marched to the beat of his own drum. Beloved son to parents Melennie and Alan, nephew to Tim, Theresa, Leslie, and Linda, cousin to Jamie, Jessica, Eric, Ben, Chris,...
Dick Ashburn
Aug 11, 2025
Ashburn, Richard Allen, 77, of Lake St Louis, MO, died on August 11, 2025, peacefully with family at his bedside due to complications of A.M.L. Richard, known to many as ‘Dick,’ was born in St Louis, MO. He graduated from Lawrenceville High School in Lawrenceville, IL. Throughout his summers, he held many adventure-filled jobs, from floating down the Mississippi River...
Robert Mitchell Francis
Aug 9, 2025
Robert Mitchell Francis, Sr. of Imperial, MO, passed away Saturday, August 9, 2025 at the age of 75. He is survived by his son, Robby Francis, his daughter, Leslie (Chris) Bolk, one brother, Mick (Susan) Francis; four sisters, Sue (Mike) McGovern, Penny (Dave) Schirmer, Kaye (Tim) See, and Terry (Steve) Boehm, and other family and friends. He was preceded in...
Carl Lee Simpson
Aug 6, 2025
Carl Lee Simpson, 84, of St. Peters, MO, died on August 6, 2025.
Carl was born in Perry County, Arkansas. After he graduated from highschool, Carl served in the United States Navy (1958-61). After his service was complete he received his Bachelors of Science in Aeronautical Engineering from St. Louis University in St. Louis, Missouri.
Carl had a long career as an...
Bruce Edward Porter
Aug 5, 2025
Bruce Edward Porter, 66, of St. Charles, MO, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 5th, 2025 at Evelyn’s hospice House. Cherished son of Carol Porter and the late Robert Porter, devoted father of Kaitlin and Jill Porter. The loving grandfather of Mason and Avery.
Bruce is survived by sister Gail Porter, dear brother of Kirk (Maryanne) Porter, Chad (Susan) Porter. Uncle...
Charlene Mott
Jul 29, 2025
Charlene Ruth Mott, age 67, of Saint Charles, Missouri, passed away peacefully on July 29, 2025. She was born on December 12, 1957, in Pulaski, Missouri.
A devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Charlene is lovingly survived by her daughters, Roxanna Lopez and Victoria Sias, along with nine grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Charlene had a deep love for crafting, sewing, and fishing, and...

