All Obituaries

Olivia Maxine Byrd, 92, of Eldon, Missouri passed away Wednesday, June 9, 2021 at St. Mary’s Medical Center in Jefferson City, Missouri.  She was born November 19, 1928 in Union, Missouri the daughter of the late Elmer and Ruby “Velma” (Scrivner) Crowe.  Survivors include, Daughters, Deborah Blomberg (Rick) of Jefferson City, MO; Rebecca Houston (Ron) of Barnett, MO Four Grandchildren, Stacy Singer, Jason Fitzpatrick, Justin Houston & Jennifer Houston Two...

Stella Elizabeth Pierce Jester, 102, went home to her Lord June 8, 2021.  Stella was born June 28, 1918 to Frank and Olie Roberts Ekstam of Eugene, Mo.  She graduated from Eugene High School in 1935.  She was married to Sam Pierce, in 1944, and later to Willard Jester, in 1992.  Stella was a faithful believer and member of the Oak Street Church of Christ in Eldon, Mo. Stella is survived by step-daughters Darlene Jester Adcock and Donna Jester Kliethermes, nieces...

Janice Dale Heimericks, 64, of Henley, Missouri passed away Wednesday, June 2, 2021 at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri.  She was born August 23, 1956 in Elkhart, Indiana the daughter of the late Donald and Clara Louise (Duensing) Powell.  On August 27, 1977 in Jefferson City, Missouri she was united in marriage to Bernie Heimericks who survives of the home. Other survivors include, Sons, Brian Heimericks of Henley, MO; Brad Heimericks (Rachel) of Koeltztown,...

Oma Lois (Russell) McDonald, 88, of Springfield, passed away peacefully at home after a short battle with cancer on May 26, 2021. Visitation will be held at Phillips Funeral Home in Eldon, MO on June 5th, 2021 from 10:30 am – 12:00 pm. Oma was born in Eldon to Harley Bertram and Marble Mae Russell on January 23, 1933. She went to high school at Eldon High School and graduated in 1951.  She enjoyed spending time with her family and taking care of others with a true...

Thelma Evelyn (Ranum) Currence, 99, of Eldon, Missouri passed away Sunday, May 23, 2021 at her residence in Eldon, Missouri.  She was born May 20, 1922 in Barnett, Missouri the daughter of the late Peter and Myrtie (McKay) Ranum.  On August 16, 1939 in Eldon, Missouri she was united in marriage to James “Estel” Currence who preceded her in death on June 27, 1996. Survivors include, Daughter, Karen Wacker of Eldon, MO Grandchildren, Robert Sparks, Jr. (Helen) of...

Billie Sue (Bonnot) Pittrich, 80, of Eldon, MO passed away Thursday, May 20, 2021.  She was born November 17, 1940 in Ulman, MO, the daughter of the late Justin and Evelyn (Wyrick) Bonnot.  She was baptized and raised in the Ulman Baptist Church.  She is a current member of the First Christian Church of Eldon.   Billie began her education at the age of four, attending a one room school house in Miller County through the 8th grade.  She graduated from Tuscumbia High...

Anna Mae McNeely, Shipman, 92 of Eugene, left her earthly home May 19, 2021.  Anna Mae was born March 24, 1929, the daughter of Arthur and Gladys (Long) Bontrager.  Anna Mae was married March 7, 1954 to James Arthur McNeely and together they had two children: James Arthur McNeely Jr. and Alan B. McNeely.   She graduated from Eugene High School in 1948 and became school secretary for Cole R-V for 37 years.  This was a rewarding career and helped provide for their two...

  Diane Shrout, 71, of Eldon, Missouri met her Heavenly Father Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at home surrounded by her family.  She was born January 4, 1950 in Mexico, Missouri to Thomas and Frances (Glover) Sweaney.   She is survived by her son Michael Bohrn and sister Linda Clement, and numerous nieces and nephews.   She was self-employed as a beautician for many years.  Diane played keyboard for several churches throughout her life.  She loved praise and...

William “Bill” Earl King, 73, of Eldon, Missouri passed away at home, Sunday, May 16, 2021.  Bill was born May 1, 1948 in Iron County, Missouri to the late Cletis and Gleena (Scaggs) King.  On April 4, 2006 in Las Vegas, Nevada he was united in marriage to Kitra M. (Reighard) King who survives of the home.  In addition to his wife he is survived by his children, son Thomas “Tom” Edward King (Sarah), and daughter Amie King Simmons (Steve). ...

James Hurtubise, 60, of Eldon, Missouri passed away Saturday, May 15, 2021 at his residence in Eldon, Missouri.  He was born January 16, 1961 in Tuscumbia, Missouri the son of the late Phil and Patsy (Clark) Hurtubise.  On November 24, 1984 in Eldon, Missouri he was united in marriage to Karen (Lucy) Hurtubise who survives of the home. Other survivors include, Children, Tabatha Hurtubise of Eldon, MO; Christina Hurtubise of Eldon, MO; James Hurtubise, II of Eldon, MO; and John...