Obituaries

Mar 14, 2023

Melissa Lecrone, beloved parent, grandparent, daughter, sister and friend passed on March 14, 2023 at the age of 53. 

Melissa is survived by her four children, Nicole Lecrone, Zachary (Savannah Smith) Stoehner, Brooksie (David Hall) Volkmann, Austin Volkmann; her grandchildren Savannah, Isaiah, Dakota, Jaxson, Teagan, Lincoln, and Reagan; her parents Gary and Margaret (Nichols) Lecrone and sister Wendy (Jeff) Bornefeld.

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Mar 10, 2023

Saputo, John of St. Paul, MO died at home on March 10, 2023, surrounded by his family. 

John was born in St. Louis Missouri.  He served as a Navy Seaman First Class during the Korean War.  He celebrated his 90th birthday last September. 

John was married to Carol Ann (nee Proost) on June 8, 1957.  They were married for 58...

Mar 9, 2023

Mar 7, 2023

Mar 5, 2023

Konopka, Richard G “Rich”

Passed away on March 5, 2023 after a brief illness at the age of 77. He was a devoted husband and best friend to his wife Vicky Cordes Konopka for 56 years. He was a great uncle to his many nieces, nephews and a great brother-in law.

He served in the US Army in the 70’s. Rich worked...

Mar 5, 2023

Karen Joann Lunsford, 66, of O’Fallon, MO, died on March 5, 2023.

Karen was married to Dave Lunsford on September 5, 1975, they were married for 47 years.

Karen worked in the transportation industry for over 20 years. She enjoyed sewing and crocheting. She was known for her ability to design patterns and create fantastic Halloween costumes for her grandchildren.

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Feb 28, 2023

Ralph Leaks departed this life on February 28, 2023, at the age of 75 years old, in the comfort of his own home. He was preceded in death by his parents Lillie and Linard Leaks, and his brother, Michael W. Leaks.

Ralph was baptized at an early age at Christian Servant M. B. Church, by the late Pastor Nathaniel...

Feb 27, 2023

 

McArdle, Rita Faye (nee: Hubbard), 76, of Lake St. Louis, MO died on the 27th day of February 2023.

Rita was born in Elsberry, MO. She graduated from Winfield High School and went on to nursing school where she obtained an LPN degree.

Rita married Dennis McArdle on December 23, 1972, and raised three children during their 36 year...

Feb 27, 2023

Richard Ochs, 69, of East Alton Illinois, passed away on February 27th, 2023. Richard was born and raised in St. Charles, Missouri. He graduated from Duchesne High School and enlisted in Air Force.

Richard worked as a Carpenter for 30+ years with Advertisers Display. He enjoyed spending time with his family, making chili and BBQ, as well as hanging out...

Feb 15, 2023

Janice M. (Jan) Clarkin, age 86, passed away on February 15, 2023 after a short battle with metastatic lung cancer.

Jan was born in Oil City, Pa. She received her RN degree from the University of Pittsburg School of Nursing and thereafter she served a long and rewarding career as a Registered Nurse working in labor and delivery.

Jan was...

Feb 14, 2023

Bristol, Betty Sue (nee: Wood), of Lake St. Louis, MO, passed away on February 14, 2023.

She was born in Lake City, Arkansas on January 11, 1949. She attended Lake City High School and Arkansas State.

She is survived by her husband, Mark Bristol, they were together for forty years.

Dear sister-in-law of Pam and Bob Marquitz, Kim...

Feb 9, 2023

Feb 6, 2023

Ames, Glenn John, 70 of O'Fallon, MO, went to be with the lord on February 6, 2023.

Glenn was born in St. Louis, MO 

and graduated from South County Tech High School in 1971.   

Glenn was married to the love of his life, Robin Ames for 36 years.

Glenn worked at St. Peter's Cemetery in St. Louis, MO for...

Feb 4, 2023

Feb 1, 2023

Hawkins, John “Johnny” Wesley, 82, of Lake St. Louis, MO, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on February 1, 2023.

John was born in St. Louis, MO. After graduating from Wellston High School in 1958, he went on to serve 4 honorable years in the U.S. Air Force as a Medical Corpsman. During his studies at Marshall...

Jan 28, 2023

Kevin Matthew Kalagian, 65, of St. Peters, MO, died on January 28, 2023.

Kevin was born in East Saint Louis and graduated from Belleville West High School.

Kevin worked as a drug and alcohol counselor for Gateway Foundation.

Kevin enjoyed being in a band, making music, jamming on his guitar, singing and playing gigs as well.

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Jan 28, 2023

Peeler, Colin Michael, 51, of O’Fallon, MO, died on January 28, 2023.

Colin was born in Alvin, TX, moved to St. Louis at age 13 where he graduated from Lafayette High School. He earned his undergraduate degree at Drake University in Psychology, attended Southern Illinois University-Carbondale for his Masters in Behavior Analysis, and completed his training with a PhD in...

Jan 25, 2023

 

Terry Glen Calahan, 52, of Winfield MO. Died on Jan 25, 2023.  Terry is survived by his wife Kim (Struttman) Calahan, dear father of Kayla (fiancé Nick Sharp), Taryn Calahan and Candace Ditton. Dearest grandfather of Kayden and Kinsley Ditton and Baby Sharp. Terry is preceded in death by his grandparents, Bill and Mary Calahan, his parents Steve and...

Jan 23, 2023

On January 23rd, 2023, Susan Louise Hoeft passed away peacefully surrounded by her family in her bedroom at 84 years old.

She was born on October 11th, 1938 in St. Louis County. Susan worked as a Chef for DePaul Hospital for many years. She adored taking care of her family and many others who considered her to be “Mom.”...

Jan 16, 2023