Obituaries
Marian F. Schneider
May 3, 2026
Marian F. Schneider, age 81, passed away Sunday, May 3, surrounded by her family.
She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Lester R. Schneider; her beloved son, Douglas L. McCafferty; and her parents, Samuel and Della Anderson.
She is survived by her daughter, Kelly (Darrin) Eigenmann; Angelina Lawrence; James Warnock; her grandchildren, Charisin (Patrick) Dannegger, Joseph (Caitlin) McCafferty, Douglas R....
Betty Louise Bissell
May 1, 2026
Bissell, Betty Louise (nee: Tungate), 91, of St. Louis, MO, died on May 1, 2026.
Betty was born in St. Louis, MO and graduated from Berkely High School.
Betty was married to Daniel Bissell and together they raised one child, Rebecca Kimberly Leonard (nee: Tungate).
Betty worked at Peace Haven Association for many years as a Christian Science nurse and continued to live...
Todd Michael Lyon
Apr 29, 2026
In Loving Memory of Todd Michael Lyon
Todd Michael Lyon was born into eternal life on April 29, 2026, after a life marked by love, connection, and meaningful relationships. He was born on June 9, 1972, and while his earthly journey has ended, his spirit now lives on in peace and light, carried forward in the hearts of those who loved...
Shirley Ann Hilmes
Apr 23, 2026
Shirley Ann Hilmes (née Lefholz), 87, of Florissant, Missouri, passed away on April 23, 2026.
Shirley was born June 20, 1938, in Clayton, Missouri, and graduated from Hermann High School. She married Frederick Bernard Hilmes on October 13, 1956, and they shared 48 wonderful years of marriage.
Shirley worked for many years as a tax preparer and bookkeeper, where she was deeply...
Daniel P. Peterson
Apr 11, 2026
Daniel (Dan) Patrick Peterson
12/02/1983 - 04/11/2026
Daniel Patrick Peterson, 42, of Ballwin, MO, passed away peacefully on 04/11/2026 surrounded by family and friends.
He was born on December 02, 1983 in St. Louis to Charles and Maureen Peterson (Richter). Dan grew up in Imperial, attended Holy Child School, St. Pius X High School in Crystal City and graduated from the University of...
Alyssa Mae Vance
Apr 10, 2026
Alyssa Mae Vance of Saint Charles, Missouri, passed away peacefully on April 10, 2026 at the age of 35.
She was a kind soul, loved by her family, friends and all who knew her.
She is survived by her loving son, Braidyn; her mother, father, sister, and brother.
Ruthann Adams
Mar 31, 2026
Ruthann Adams, born March 7, 1947, passed away on March 31, 2026, leaving behind a life defined by hard work, devotion, and a fierce love for her family. For more than forty years, she served as a nurse’s aide and home health aide, offering steady hands and quiet compassion to those who needed it most.
Ruthann loved bingo, good company, and...
Christine Renee Merlotti
Mar 30, 2026
Christine Renee Merlotti, 63, of Saint Charles, Missouri, passed on Monday, March 30, 2026 at her home.
The daughter of John Robert and Marian (Eaton) Roth, she was born August 2, 1962 at Saint Louis, Missouri.
On September 26, 1987, she married the love of her life, Dennis Merlotti, who survives.
Also surviving her are: sister, Laureen Hoffman of Wright City, Missouri and...
Sharon Paula Martens
Mar 28, 2026
Martens, Sharon (nee: Gallagher) of O’Fallon MO, passed away on March 28, 2026.
Sharon was raised in Morton Grove Illinois and graduated from Niles West High School in 1976.
Sharon is survived by her daughters Christina Martens and Michelle Martens; and her grandchildren Danielle, Kylee, Jacob, Caleb, and Jayden. A dear sister of Erin (Al) Eiermann and Candace Erickson and beloved nephews...
Gail H. Hamilton
Mar 25, 2026
Hamilton, Gail, 81, of Ladue, Missouri, passed away peacefully on March 25, 2026.
Gail was born in St. Louis, Missouri, where she later graduated from Ladue Horton Watkins High School before continuing her education at Texas Christian University.
Gail devoted her life to her family and found her greatest joy in being a mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She cherished time spent with...
Phillip Joseph Vaccaro
Mar 25, 2026
Phillip Vaccaro was born on November 17, 1940, in St. Louis, Missouri, to the late Tony and Rose Vaccaro.
He married the love of his life, Barbara (Mantia) Vaccaro, on May 28, 1960. Phillip and Barbara shared 65 wonderful years of marriage, and their love grew stronger with each passing day.
Phillip dedicated many years to his work. Before beginning his long...
Julia Ann Wideman
Mar 19, 2026
Julia Ann Wideman (nee Aslan), 89, of St. Louis, Missouri, died on March 19, 2026.
Julia was married to Robert Dale Wideman and they recently celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on August 20, 2025.
Julia is survived by her two daughters, Stephanie (Jeff) Fisher and Donna Mattingly; her grandchildren, Jeremy (Shanna) Fisher, Jacob Mattingly, Jenna Fisher, and Rachel Mattingly, and sister Sophia...
William Francis Ilch
Mar 15, 2026
Dr. William F. Ilch 1954-2026
William (Bill) Ilch went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on March 15, 2026. He was at the end of a 25-year battle with Parkinson Disease, a progressive neurodegenerative disease with no cure.
He was surrounded by his wife of 44 years, Jerie, and his dear friends of 50 years from dental school...
John Joseph Relic, Jr.
Mar 12, 2026
John Joseph Relic Jr., of Kansas City, Kansas passed away Thursday, March 12, 2026 at the age of 73.
He was preceded in death by his parents John and Mary Relic. John is survived by his son John (Melissa) Relic: grandchildren JJ and Claire Relic; dear brother of Clarence Relic, Teresa Tranckino, Marilyn (Steve) Lehn, David (Marie) Relic. He was an...
Robert "Bob" Long
Feb 26, 2026
Robert “Bob” Long
October 2nd, 1951- February 26th, 2026
Robert “Bob” Long, 74, passed away on February 26th, 2026.
Bob was born on October 2nd, 1951. He attended Ritenour Senior High School. He spent many years working before retiring in 2013.
Bob enjoyed the simple things in life. He loved watching the St. Louis Cardinals, listening to music in his garage, and relaxing with...
Brian Smith
Feb 26, 2026
Brian Anthony Smith, 44, of Union, Missouri died on February 26, 2026.
Brian was born July 3, 1981, in Maryville, Illinois at Anderson Hospital. Brian lived in Granite City, Illinois until the age of 3, when he moved with his family to Union Missouri.
Brian graduated from Union High School in 1999 and took several courses at East Central College and received...
Suzanne Gill
Feb 25, 2026
Suzanne Marie Gill (née Nolter), 77, of Lake St. Louis, Missouri, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of strength, compassion, and quiet grace.
Sue was born in Marburg, Germany, and later graduated from Delaware County, Pennsylvania, Ridley High School. Her life’s journey was marked by courage and determination, as she built a beautiful life grounded in...
Jacquelen Barbara Hopkins
Feb 17, 2026
Jacquelen Barbara Hopkins, of Saint Louis, MO, passed away Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at the age of 83. Survived by Daughter, Kelly (Chuck) Phister, Son, Michael Hopkins, Grandchildren, Grant and Taylor, Sister, Janis Neeley. Preceded in death by Son, Doug Hopkins; Father, Jack Leaver; Mother, Wilma "Sis" Leaver; Husband, Ronald Hopkins; Brother, Jimmy Leaver.
She was a lover of animals, music...
Sally J. Moser
Feb 9, 2026
Sally Jane Moser (nee Duncan), passed away peacefully on February 9, 2026 after a devastatingly short battle with pancreatic cancer. She was the beloved wife of the late Bill Moser; devoted mother to Sherilynn (John) Phegley, Brian (Emily) Miesner and Amy (Mike) Kraft; loving sister to Beverly (the late Lindell) Robinson, Don (Pat) Duncan, Linda (the late John) Hart, and...
Steven Henry Kemper
Feb 8, 2026
Kemper, Steven Henry, 67, of St. Louis, MO , died on Thursday, February 5, 2026. Steve was born in Hayti, Mo and graduated from St. Charles High School.
Steven is survived by his two sisters, Linda Fleming and Kathey Smith and one brother, Ron Kemper. Along with several nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents Eldon and...
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