Apr 17, 2026

Donald C. Ponder, Sr. passed away peacefully at the Sarah Community in Bridgeton, Missouri, on April 17, 2026, surrounded by his family.  He was 87 years old.  Don was born May 29, 1938, to Cordula and Herman Ponder in Applecreek, Missouri, where he lived until he joined the Navy at age 18.

Don married the love of...

Apr 14, 2026

Anita L. Kelly (née Brady)

With her family at her side, Anita left us for a better place on April 14, 2026, just shy of her 89th birthday. Anita was born on the 4th of July to which is attributed her enthusiasm for fireworks, parades, and holiday celebrations. Anita resided mostly in the St Louis area, although...

Apr 13, 2026

Harold R. Wall born October 20, 1929, passed peacefully on April 13, 2026, at 96 years old. Harold was a devoted and loving husband, father and grandfather to his family and leaves behind a legacy of love and kindness in service to his community.

Harold was born in Ashland, IL and was raised by his single mother...

Apr 8, 2026

Albert E. Hesker, M.D. (1939-2026):

Albert E. Hesker, M.D. passed away peacefully on April 8, 2026. Dr. Hesker was born in St. Louis, MO on July 26, 1939, son of the late Erwin J. and Mildred (Schlieper) Hesker. He was the beloved Husband of Joan (Flagg) Hesker for 64 years; dear Father of Mark (Debby) Hesker, Todd...

Apr 4, 2026

Patricia M. Friel (nee Stealey), born January 26, 1938, entered into eternal life on April 4, 2026, at the age of 88. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, cousin, and friend, Pat was deeply cherished by her family, who were her greatest joy.

She married Daniel Friel, at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church in St. Louis on...

Apr 1, 2026

Hareth V. McNally of St Louis died peacefully in her home on April 1 surrounded by her children.  Hareth was born April 11, 1930 in Brooklyn, New York to Harry and Ethel (Hicks) Verbeeck.  She was married to Henry J. McNally on October 24, 1953 until his death March 2, 2010.  She is survived by her children Patrick (Carla)...

Apr 1, 2026

James E. Walter Wed. April 1, 2026 Beloved husband of Audrey Walter (nee Andrews); dear father and father-in-law of Pamela (the late David) Meppelink, Andrea (Christopher) Frankenfield, JoAnn (Joel) Burns and Sarah (Craig) Nall; dear grandfather of Amanda (Peter) Westman, Doug (Camille) Meppelink, Samantha Frankenfield, Luke (Cailyn) Frankenfield, Jake Frankenfiled, Emma (Colin) Delisi, Jack Burns, Rohan Burns, Henry Burns,...

Apr 1, 2026

Richard David Haberstroh Jr. passed away on April 1, 2026. Born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri, Richard was the beloved son of Richard and Patricia Haberstroh. He was a devoted father to Brandon Haberstroh, a proud stepfather to Christina Fitzgerald and Garrett Willman, and the loving fiancé of Dr. Renee Mullen. He was a cherished brother to Michelle...

Mar 28, 2026

William "Bill" Harold Besancenez, a devoted family man and pillar of his community, passed away peacefully on March 28, 2026. Born to the late Joseph and Stella Besancenez. Bill lived a life defined by hard work, faith, and unwavering commitment to those he loved.

He was the beloved husband of Fran Besancenez and the late Virginia Besancenez....

Mar 25, 2026

Dear father and father-in-law of John Gransbach and Jennifer (Mike) Achord; dear grandfather of Adelynn and Isabelle Achord; beloved son of the late Howard G. and Mary Caroline Gransbach; dear brother of Mary Ellen (Dan) Morgan, Dianna (Stewart) MacGregor and the late Karen Gransbach; dear uncle of Angela (Will) Dannegger, Maria (Lamont) Wiggins, Danielle (Blaine) Heeter, Justin (Nicole) Morgan...