Obituaries

Bruce E. Crothers

Bruce E. Crothers

Aug 26, 2023

Bruce Edward Crothers, 75, of Chesterfield, MO, died on August 26, 2023.  He was surrounded by loved ones when he passed.

Bruce was born in Dayton, OH and was a proud Buckeye from Ohio State University. 

Bruce was predeceased by his parents, Robert and Mary Crothers and best friend, Buck Crothers. He is survived by his two children, Robert Crothers...

Mary Catherine Raymond

Mary Catherine Raymond

Aug 24, 2023

Mary Catherine Raymond   Bernie, MO. 

Early in the evening of Thursday, 24th August 2023, Mary Catherine (Carrigan) Raymond, aged 88, left her earthly home in the presence of family members.  Mary was born to Lottie Vandally Gribble and Fred Carrigan, on 14th July, 1935.  Mary was a homemaker and a very talented quilter.  She made many quilts for her loved ones that will forever be cherished.  She enjoyed...

Jeanne Brown

Jeanne Brown

Aug 23, 2023

Jeanne Brown, 91, entered the church triumphant on August 23, 2023. For her, one journey ended; a new journey began. Born July 5, 1932, in Cape Girardeau, MO, this only child of Bruce and Mildred Goodwin was immersed in music from birth, her father a jazz pianist, playing on riverboats traveling the Mississippi during the Roaring Twenties, and later, in...

John A. Polston

John A. Polston

Aug 12, 2023

In loving memory of John Arthur Polston, a true Missourian with a knack for fixing both cars and hearts. John, 70, of Hillsboro, Missouri, shuffled off this mortal coil on August 12, 2023, showing cancer that it can't outshine his spirit! #CancerSucks   Born in St. Louis on August 31, 1952, John took life's lessons from the prestigious School of...

Todd D. Staeger

Todd D. Staeger

Aug 7, 2023

Staeger, Todd, 66, of Florissant Missouri, died on August 7, 2023.     Todd was born on St. Louis, MO.  He lived his whole life in Florissant, MO.  He graduated from Northview High School.  He enjoyed going to his day care program of ARCH and doing activities or going out and serving the community with the ARCH staff.   He...

Teresa Lynn Zerr

Teresa Lynn Zerr

Aug 5, 2023

Zerr, Teresa Lynn (nee: Kaltenbach), 53, of O'Fallon, MO died on August 5, 2023.

Terri was raised in O'Fallon, MO and graduated from St. Dominic High School.

Terri was married to Anthony W. Zerr on May 20, 1995 and they were married for 28 years.

Terri worked in sales at Didion Orf Recycling for the past few...

James "Jim" L. Luehrs

James "Jim" L. Luehrs

Aug 3, 2023

Jim Luehrs, age 68, of St. Louis, MO, passed away on August 3, 2023.

Jim was born on November 23, 1954 in St. Louis, MO and graduated from Berkeley High School.  Jim married the love of his life, Linda, on October 9, 1976 and they were happily married for 47 years.

Jim had many occupations over the years, including serving as a police...

Thomas B. Umlauf

Thomas B. Umlauf

Aug 3, 2023

Tom Umlauf, age 88, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2023.  He was born in Muncy, Pennsylvania and graduated from Muncy High School where he played football.  He went on to serve as a weatherman in the Navy in San Diego, Hong Kong, and Japan.  Later, he graduated from the University of Pittsburgh.  Tom and his spouse Maureen (deceased) moved...

Timothy L. Perkins Sr.

Timothy L. Perkins Sr.

Aug 2, 2023

Timothy Lee Perkins Sr. of Saint Charles, Missouri passed away on Wednesday, August 2nd, 2023.

Timothy is survived by Daughter in Law – Barbara Perkins, Granddaughter – Alyssa Perkins, Grandson – Jacob (Jocelyn) Perkins, and 4 Great Grandchildren - Anthony Davis, Serenity Perkins, Ayden Davis and Nikolai Perkins.

Timothy is preceded in death by his Mother – Darleen Perkins nee Thebeau,...

Emily Lasance Ludwig

Emily Lasance Ludwig

Jul 28, 2023

Emily Lasance Ludwig, 38, of St. Charles, MO, passed away unexpectedly on July 28, 2023, due to brain damage sustained after a rogue tire collided with her on the highway on the evening of July 22. Her family and friends are overcome with shock and deep sorrow at this sudden loss. Emily's untimely departure leaves an irreplaceable void, and her...

Judith K. Clemente

Judith K. Clemente

Jul 27, 2023

Clemente, Judith (nee: Karrick), 85, of Maryville, IL was called home to be with Jesus on July 27, 2023, surrounded by her loved ones.

Judy was born on October 25, 1937, in Glen Ferris, West Virginia. She grew up in the small towns of Boomer, Gauley Bridge and Glen Ferris and she loved to tell stories about her childhood to...

Jane E. Lockett

Jane E. Lockett

Jul 22, 2023

Jane Ellen Lockett, nature lover, St. Louis Cardinals super-fan, and beloved friend to many, passed away early morning on July 22, 2023, following a battle with lung cancer.  Jane was born on March 8, 1956, in Columbus, Indiana, to George W. and Lorajean Lockett.  A graduate of Purdue University and Indiana University-Indianapolis, Jane was a dedicated physical therapist who loved...