Obituaries
Danny Lee Hayes
Aug 30, 2025
Danny Lee Hayes, a loving father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on August 30, 2025, in St. Peters, Missouri. Born on April 27, 1955, in St. Louis, Missouri, Danny lived a life rich with cherished moments and joyful experiences that will forever resonate with those who were fortunate enough to know him.
Danny was the beloved son of Edgar and Lorene....
Glen D. Wadley Jr.
Aug 30, 2025
Glen D. Wadley Jr., born on October 26, 1957, passed away on August 30, 2025. His life was marked by dedication to his career, family, and community. Glen had a long and distinguished career with UPS, where he earned the prestigious Circle of Honor Award for 35 years of safe driving. A proud Teamster for 39 years, he exemplified commitment...
Donald J. Roth
Aug 29, 2025
Donald Joseph Roth, born on August 3, 1939, left this world on August 29, 2025, after a life filled with love, laughter, and cherished moments. He is remembered for his warm spirit and kind heart, qualities that made a lasting impact on all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Donald enjoyed a variety of pastimes, with fishing, puzzles and playing...
Heidi R. Irwin
Aug 29, 2025
Heidi R. Irwin, a vibrant and loving soul whose spirit could light up the darkest of days, left this world on August 29, 2025, in St. Peters, Missouri. Born on December 17, 1990, in Walla Walla, Washington, she led a life that embodied the joy of living, touched by her fun-loving, bubbly personality and an ever-caring nature.
From a young age,...
Dale E. Young
Aug 29, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dale E Young on August 29, 2025, at the age of 75. He was deeply loved and will be greatly missed by family and friends. Dale was born on November 12, 1949, in Moberly, Missouri, to Gladys and Leonard Young.
Dale graduated from Centralia Public School in 1967. He earned...
Carol Marie Mollison
Aug 29, 2025
Carol Marie Mollison, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on August 29, 2025, at the age of 84. Born on December 12, 1940, Carol dedicated her life to her family and all those around her. She is remembered for her warm and loving nature, as well as her passion for classic movies, which she cherished sharing with...
Thomas Benton Hamrick Jr.
Aug 29, 2025
Thomas Benton Hamrick Jr., born on December 1, 1940, in the embrace of a loving family, passed away on August 29, 2025. He will be remembered as a devoted father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend whose impact on the lives he touched will resonate for years to come.
Thomas had a myriad of interests that he passionately pursued throughout his life. He...
Douglas E. Schaffner
Aug 28, 2025
Douglas Edward Schaffner of St. Charles, Missouri passed away Thursday, August 28, 2025 at the age of 55. He was the beloved son of Clarence and Glenda Shaffner; devoted father of Derek, Cody, Jasper, Kaitlyn, and Jade.
Douglas grew up in St. Peters, Missouri. He attended Fort Zumwalt High School. He worked as he grew up at our own Company, Esquire...
Joan Kathryn Peters
2025
Joan Peters, fondly known to all who loved her as a devoted mother and cherished friend, passed away on August 27, 2025 surrounded by her family. Born on February 15, 1938, in St. Louis, Missouri, Joan was a beacon of love and kindness throughout her life.
Joan dedicated herself entirely to her family, finding her greatest joy in nurturing her children...
Judith Walter
Aug 27, 2025
Judith Ann (Vestal) Walter of O’Fallon, Missouri, passed away on August 27 at 6:15pm at the age of 83 surrounded by her loved ones at home in O’Fallon, Missouri. Judie, as she was known by her family and friends, was born in Marion, Ohio on May 16, 1942. She is survived by her husband of 61 years, John Walter, a...
Betty Benton
Aug 27, 2025
Betty Benton, passed away on August 27, 2025, at the age of 76. She was born on August 1, 1949, to George and Lavone Nye, who preceded her in death along with her sister, Rosemary Flemming.
Betty is remembered for her kind spirit and unwavering dedication to her family and friends. She leaves behind her devoted husband, Harvey Benton, who stood...
Perry Ernest Ward
Aug 27, 2025
Perry Ernest Ward, affectionately known as Ernest, was born on March 27, 1934, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. He departed this life on August 27, 2025, at his home in St. Peters, Missouri, surrounded by his beloved family.
Ernest had a rich and varied career that spanned over three decades. He dedicated more than 30 years of service to Kroger Bakery, where...
James Joseph Goestenkors
Aug 26, 2025
James Joseph Goestenkors, 86, passed away on August 26, 2025, surrounded by those who love him. Jim was born on February 16, 1939 in St. Louis, MO. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, son, brother, uncle and friend. Jim was known for his laid-back positive attitude, willingness to help others and quick wit. Jim left behind a legacy...
Zelma Leone McDaniel
Aug 26, 2025
Zelma Leone McDaniel (nee: Baxter), a beloved member of her family and community, passed away peacefully on August 26, 2025, in Wentzville, Missouri, at the age of 98. Born on August 4, 1927, in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, she lived a life rich with love, faith, and service.
Zelma was a devoted Christian who dedicated herself to teaching and sharing her beliefs....
Joe C. Bushong
Aug 26, 2025
Joe C. Bushong, a beloved figure whose spirit warmed the hearts of all who knew him, departed from this earthly home on August 26, 2025, at the age of seventy-seven, in Elsberry, Missouri. Born on February 6, 1948, in St. Louis, Joe's journey through life was marked by a profound commitment to service, community, and faith.
A graduate of Mullanphy Middle...
William "Bill" Brotemarkle
Aug 25, 2025
William “Bill” Keith Brotemarkle passed away on August 25, 2025.
Loving father of Bobby Campbell (Angel), Dawson Brotemarkle (Mira), Matt Brotemarkle (Kaitlyn), Carly Brotemarkle, and Annie Doke (Jerrod) and grandfather of Jack, Conor, Mia, Ayla, Ronan, Mikhail, Eleanor, Zachary, Sierra, Cormic and Leah.
Bill was a proud member of the 1968 McCluer Football Team, the first State Champions in Missouri history. After...
Gerald M. Belk
Aug 25, 2025
Gerald "Jerry" Mack Belk, 79, of Wentzville passed away Monday August 25, 2025. He was born to Claude Everett and Mary June Belk on April 15, 1946, in St. Louis, MO.
Jerry graduated from Troy Buchanan High School in 1963 and enlisted in the United States Airforce in the Fall of that same year. He was stationed in Grand Forks, ND...
William Marion Hopkins
Aug 23, 2025
William Marion Hopkins, affectionately known as Bill or Hoppy, was born on December 14, 1931, in Hiram, Missouri. He passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on August 23, 2025, in St. Charles, Missouri. Bill's life was a testament to hard work, determination, and love for those around him.
A proud member of the United States Army, Bill served honorably...
Eugene Albert Weseman
Aug 22, 2025
Eugene “Gene” Albert Weseman of St. Charles, Missouri died August 22, 2025 surrounded by family, at Evelyn’s Hospice House in Creve Coeur, Missouri.
Born October 17, 1943 in St. Charles, Missouri. He was the son of Eugene and Waltina (Eremewitz) Weseman. He grew up in Bridgeton, Missouri. He attended Duchesne High School followed by earning a bachelor's degree at St. Louis...
Donna D. Clark
Aug 22, 2025
Donna (nee Drake) Clark, 79, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 22, 2025, following a brief stay in hospice care at St. Luke’s Hospital in Chesterfield, MO.
Donna was born and raised in Philadelphia, PA. She was the beloved daughter of the late Bill and Anne Drake, and cherished sister to Pamela Conklin and Cynthia (George) Myers. Donna was the devoted...
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