Obituaries
Valerie Chaidez
Jul 21, 2025
Valerie Chaidez
Beloved mother, wife, sister, grandmother, and friend
Born in California | Passed away July 21, 2025 | Age 72
Valerie Chaidez, a profoundly kind and selfless woman whose life was defined by faith, compassion, and unwavering love for her family, passed away unexpectedly on July 21, 2025, surrounded by her children and grandchildren. She was 72.
Born in California, Valerie’s early years...
Jane Renee Stacy
Jul 19, 2025
Stacy, Jane Renee (Zieman), 69, of O'Fallon, MO, died on July 19th, 2025.
Jane was born in Minot, ND where she married Douglas Stacy in 1975.
She spent most of her career in retail prior to retirement and was a devoted mother and wife.
Jane is survived by her two children, Matthew (Katie) Stacy and Cindy (Brian Auchly); her grandchildren, Jonah, Everett and...
Duane Alan Lammers
Jul 19, 2025
Duane Alan Lammers, lovingly known as “The Hammer,” passed away on July 19, 2025, in O’Fallon, Missouri, at the age of 64. Born in 1961 in Jefferson City, Missouri, Duane was a devoted husband, father, son, brother, and grandfather. A man whose quick wit, fiercely loyal heart, and tireless dedication to his work and his people earned him lasting respect.
Duane...
William Taynor
Jul 13, 2025
William "Bill" Taynor passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at the age of 86. He was born to Don (Dingy) and Madeline (Merky) Eugenia (Richardson)Taynor of Jonesburg, MO, on December 12, 1938. Bill was preceded in death by his parents and his infant son. His father, Don, passed away in 1980, and his mother, Madeline, died in 2014. Their...
Mark Brill
Jul 12, 2025
MARK SCOTT BRILL
Mark Scott Brill 72, passed away peacefully at his home on July 12, 2025, in Lake St. Louis, MO. He was born in San Bernardino, CA to Marvin Lee Brill and Joan Anita Scott. Mark had a thirst for knowledge and was often found with his nose in a book. He became highly educated in the field of...
James Franklin Brooks III
Jul 12, 2025
James Franklin Brooks III, of Saint Charles, MO, passed away Saturday, July 12, 2025, at the age of 43. Cherished son of Wanda Brooks and the late James Franklin Brooks Jr.; devoted father of Nathaniel Brooks and Ethan Brooks; loving partner of Danielle Ramsey; lifelong friend of Tina Burns and Shannon Zimmermann.
Jim had a passion for fishing, a love of...
June Bartlett
Jul 9, 2025
June Chase Bartlett, 63, of St. Peters, Missouri, passed away on July 9, 2025 following a series of health challenges.
A devoted wife and mother, June’s family was her greatest joy. She and her husband, Jimmy, were married April 13, 1985 and welcomed their daughter, Katherine, in May of 1993.
Known for her kindness and generosity, June was a nurturer and maternal...
Stanley J. Bronakowski
Jul 9, 2025
Stan Bronakowski joined his beloved wife, Sandie, in heaven on July 9, 2025. He passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family who loved him deeply.
Stan was born and raised in St. Louis and graduated from Roosevelt High School. He proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. Upon returning home, he met the love of his life, Sandie,...
Judy Liefeld
Jul 9, 2025
Judith “Judy” Liefeld (Foss) May 17, 1943 – July 9, 2025
Judith May Elizabeth Liefeld (née Foss), of Ballwin, Missouri, passed away peacefully, surrounded by love and music. Born in Minneapolis on May 17, 1943 — famously in the backseat of a car en route to the hospital — Judy’s life was marked by grace, humor, and quiet strength.
She was a...
Keith Jump
Jun 25, 2025
Jump, Robert “Keith,” 82, of Moscow Mills, MO, died June 25, 2025.
Keith was born in Lebanon, MO, on June 30, 1942 but spent most of his youth in Park Rapids, MN. He was a star player on the Park Rapids High School basketball team. He graduated from North Dakota State University in 1964 and remained a loyal fan of the...
Bettie Lanham
Jun 24, 2025
Bettie Jean Lanham, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, died peacefully surrounded by family on June 24, 2025. She was 92 years old. Bettie was born on February 13th,1933 in Owensboro, Ky., the first child of Conrad and Martha Payne and graduated from St Francis High School.
She is survived by her children, Joseph P. Lanham, Jr. (Carol), Patrick...
Mark Douglas Eads
Jun 23, 2025
Mark D. Eads June 13, 1955 – June 23, 2025
Mark D. Eads, age 70, of Florissant, Missouri, passed away on June 23, 2025. He was born on June 13, 1955, in Lebanon, Indiana.
A proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps, Mark went on to build a 30-year career as a dedicated print pressman. He was a quiet, humble man...
Ellen Yvonne Walters
Jun 15, 2025
Ellen Yvonne Walters
Ellen Walters, 79, of St. Charles, MO passed away on June 16, 2025, after a short illness. She was born on November 9, 1945, in Charleston, IL and is the only child of Wilbert “Bo” and Bettie Rose (Arney) Walters. She grew up in Ashmore, IL, where she attended Ashmore Grade School, just across the street from her...
Linda Susan Liosis
Jun 14, 2025
Linda Susan Liosis (nee Rubino), of Saint Peters, MO, passed away Saturday, June 14, 2025, at the age of 74. Loving wife of the late Andrew Christopher Liosis; beloved daughter of the late John Rubino; devoted mother of Chris (Ashley McDonald) Liosis and Jennifer Coplin; cherished grandmother of Indy Liosis, Zane Coplin, Savannah Coplin, and Liam Coplin.
Linda was married to...
Myrna Knickmeyer
Jun 13, 2025
Myrna Lee Knickmeyer (b. February 6, 1940) passed away peacefully of natural causes on June 13th, 2025. She was surrounded by her family.
Myrna is preceded in death by her husband, Robert Knickmeyer; her father Robert Byrd; her mother, Ruby Grace Byrd; and her brother Donald Byrd. She is survived by her beloved partner in life of 24 years, Paul Makki;...
Ron Tanner
Jun 8, 2025
Ron Tanner
December 17, 1943 – June 8, 2025
Ron Tanner, a devoted husband, father, proud grandfather, and spirited friend to many, passed away peacefully on June 8, 2025, in St. Charles, Missouri. He was 81 years old.
Ron simply loved being around people. Whether he was telling a story, cracking a joke, or launching into one of his classic “…and he says…”...
Mary French
Jun 6, 2025
Mary Alice French, 96, passed away peacefully on June 6, 2025, in her daughter’s home, surrounded by love and family. Born on Gentry Road in Sedalia, Missouri, on June 13, 1928, Mary Alice lived a life defined by strength, joy, and an adventurous spirit. She was preceded in death by her mother, Lula Florence Hauk, and her father, Charles Melvin...
Holly Gail Newell
May 28, 2025
Newell, Holly Gail
July 14, 1955 – May 28, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Holly Gail Newell, who left us on May 28, 2025. Holly was born in St. Louis to Edwin and Audrey Mills, and lived in the area for nearly all of her life. Her childhood was one of large and happy family...
Richard Scott Schneider
May 27, 2025
Richard Scott Schneider, of Wright City, MO, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, May 27th, 2025, at the age of 63.
Richard was the devoted husband of six years to Donna Schneider and the loving father of Zachary (Stephanie) Schneider. He cherished his bond with his stepchildren Amanda Egli, Shawn Willyard, Rhiannon Sigmund, and Alan Willyard, as well as his godchildren, Josh...
Michael Crescenzo
May 25, 2025
In Loving Memory of Michael J. Crescenzo
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Michael J. Crescenzo of O’Fallon, Missouri, on May 25, 2025. Born on June 10, 1945, in Greensburg, Pennsylvania, to the late Jesse and Helen (Baltic) Crescenzo, Michael was raised in Wegley, PA. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of over...

