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Obituaries
Paul Homer Crader, 94, of Fenton died May 25, 2026. Mr. Crader grew up in the Jackson area and earned a bachelor's degree from Southeast Missouri State University. Afterwards, he was drafted into the U.S. Army and was stationed in Germany for…
Jennifer Botkin, 50, of Barnhart died May 16, 2026, at her home. Mrs. Botkin was a teacher. She enjoyed experiences over worldly things, practicing her faith and spending time with family and friends. She will be remembered for her determinat…
David Paul Westhoff Sr., 79, of De Soto died May 16, 2026. Mr. Westhoff dedicated many years of service to Chrysler, where he worked in the paint department. Following his retirement, he continued serving others through his work with Mahn Fun…
Terry W. Capstick, 78, of Festus, formerly of St. Louis, died May 23, 2026. Mr. Capstick served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War and was a member of Amvets Post 42, VFW Post 3777 and Elks Lodge 1721. He was a former Patriot Guard Rider…
Judith Lee (Pursley) McKeen, 79, of Waco, Texas, formerly of Grubville, died Feb. 25, 2026, at Providence Village Nursing Home in Waco, Texas. Born Aug. 4, 1946, in Dittmer, she was the daughter of the late Kenneth and Melba (Wideman) Pursley.
Jennifer Lynn “Jenny” Clark, 53, of De Soto died May 21, 2026, at Mercy Hospital Jefferson in Crystal City. Mrs. Clark was a homemaker. She enjoyed gardening and trading collectables. Born April 27, 1973, in Crystal City, she was the daughter…
