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John Mengwasser
Jul 2, 2025
John Jason Mengwasser, age 52, of Linn, passed away on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at SSM St. Louis University Hospital in St. Louis.
John was born on May 26, 1973, in Jefferson City, a son to Norbert Mengwasser and the late Carolyn Ann (Haslag) Mengwasser. His father survives in Rich Fountain.
He was a 1991 graduate of Fatima High School.
John was a...
Michael W. Filkins
Jun 30, 2025
Michael “Mike” W. Filkins, age 58, of Linn, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, June 30, 2025.
Born on September 7, 1966, in Kirksville, Mike was the son of Jerry “Butch” Filkins, who survives in St. James, and the late Joyce (Courtney) Filkins.
He grew up in the Hazel Creek community near Greentop, known for bluegrass gospel and farm families....
Marie Jean Lieneke
Jun 21, 2025
Marie Jean (Deeken) Lieneke, 90, of Linn, formerly of Chamois and Hermann, passed away on June 21, 2025, at Stonebridge, Westphalia, after months of failing health and grieving the loss of her only son.
Marie was born on January 28, 1935, on a farm near Martinsburg, Missouri, to August and Henrietta (Renneke) Deeken. Marie was the last surviving sibling of seven.
When...
Theodore "Ted" Bonnot
Jun 20, 2025
Theodore “Ted” Bonnot, age 80 of Bonnots Mill, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Friday, June 20, 2025, at Capital Region Medical Center in Jefferson City.
Ted was born December 2, 1944, in Bonnots Mill, a son to the late Theodore and Anna (Mantle) Bonnot.
He was a 1962 graduate of Fatima High School and proudly served his country in...
Linda Kay Lage
Jun 19, 2025
Long-time Taos resident, Linda Kay Lage, age 77, passed away June 19, 2025, at Jefferson City Manor Nursing Home after a lengthy illness.
She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Bernard Lage of Taos; two daughters, Sheila (John), of Taos, and Michelle (Tim), of Powersville; a son Robert of Taos; three grandchildren, Samantha, Wyatt, and Dayton, and her sister,...
Mark Anthony Lieneke
Jun 11, 2025
Mark Anthony Lieneke, age 63, of Chamois, passed away on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at his home, after a valiant battle with cancer.
Mark was born in Jefferson City, on July 19, 1961, to the late Marvin and Marie (Deeken) Lieneke. His mother survives in Westphalia. On November 14, 2012, he married Robin Wirz in Rolla. Robin survives at their residence.
Mark...
Sallie D. Hunt
Jun 10, 2025
Sallie D. Hunt, 65, Centralia, MO passed away peacefully Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at her home surrounded by her family.
She was born July 10, 1959, in Jefferson City, MO the daughter of the late Billie and Helen (Voss) Owens.
She was one of nine children, and from the beginning of her life was marked by strength, love and had a heart...
Bradley Dee Prater
Jun 10, 2025
Bradley Dee Prater, age 60 of Freedom, passed away Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at his residence.
Brad was born October 30, 1964, in Jefferson City, a son to the late Basil and Lillian (Kixmueller) Prater.
He was a 1983 graduate of Linn High School and later graduated from the Heavy Equipment Program at Linn Tech now State Technical College of Missouri.
Brad was...
Darwin "Doc" Lee Kraenow
Jun 7, 2025
Darwin “Doc” Lee Kraenow, age 91, of Linn, passed away Saturday, June 7, 2025, at Gasconade Manor Nursing Home in Owensville.
He was born August 13, 1933, in Bland, a son to the late Alvin and Tillie (Hunke) Kraenow.
Darwin was a 1951 graduate of Linn High School. He was in the Army from 1953 to 1955 as a private with the...
Marina Sue Wood
Jun 4, 2025
Marina S. Wood, age 78 of Fenton, passed away Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at her residence.
Marina Was born October 11, 1946, in St Louis, a daughter to the late Floyd and Marie (Branson) Carwile.
Marina was a 1964 graduate of Cleveland High School in St. Louis.
On May 14, 1966, she was united in marriage to Donald Wood in St. Louis and he...
Lois DeBoeuf
Jun 2, 2025
Lois DeBoeuf, age 65, of Green City, formerly of Linn, passed away on Monday, June 2, 2025, at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville.
Lois was born on April 12, 1959, at Eglin Air Force Base in Florida, a daughter to the late Franklin Fowler and Geraldine (Rountree) McNeil.
Lois’s father was in the Air Force. They were stationed in Taiwan, Crete...
Kenneth "Kenny" Shelley
May 29, 2025
Kenneth “Kenny” Shelley, age 85, of Linn, passed away Thursday, May 29, 2025, at his residence.
Kenneth was born on November 22, 1939, in Chamois, a son to the late William Shelley Sr. and Marie (Vehlewald) Shelley.
Kenneth proudly served his country in the United States Air Force.
On October 8, 1966, he was united in marriage to Margaret “Margie” Rackers at St....
Kelly Head
May 27, 2025
Kelly Head, age 58, of Linn, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at his residence surrounded by his loving family.
Kelly was born on February 26, 1967, in Washington, a son to the late Sonny and Marcie (Guthrie) Head.
On July 25, 2020, he was united in marriage to Deborah Fischer in Chamois. Deborah survives at their home.
He was self-employed...
Peggy Sue Eynard
May 23, 2025
Peggy Sue Eynard, age 77, of Jefferson City formerly of Osage County, passed away on Friday, May 23, 2025, at SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital in Jefferson City. Prior to Peggy’s passing, she lived at Heisinger Bluffs Riverview Assisted Living. She called the staff and residents there her second family.
Peggy was born January 22, 1948, in Cole County, a daughter...
Helen Dorothy Rudroff
May 23, 2025
Helen Dorothy (Grellner) Rudroff, age 97 of Rich Fountain, passed away Friday, May 23, 2025, at her residence surrounded by her loving family.
Helen was born November 1, 1927, in Jefferson City, a daughter to the late Henry and Anna (Bauer) Grellner.
She attended Sacred Heart Catholic School.
On June 17, 1950, she was united in marriage to Albert “Bert” Henry Rudroff at...
Clarabelle Dorweiler
May 15, 2025
Clarabelle Dorweiler, 104, of Linn, passed away peacefully on the family farm May 15, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Clarabelle Teresa Haslag was born on February 20, 1921, in Frankenstein, Missouri to the late August Haslag and Mary Gertrude Stiefermann. Clarabelle was their only daughter who was raised with three older brothers: Sylvester (“Syl”), Raphael (“Ray”), and Bertinus (“Bert”). She...
Kevin Horton
May 12, 2025
Kevin Horton, 63, of Center, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 12, 2025, at Westview Nursing Home, surrounded by the compassionate care of those who had become like family to him.
Born on January 7, 1962, in Missouri, Kevin was the beloved son of Frederick and Sheila (Wyatt) Horton. From the very beginning, Kevin brought light and laughter into the...
Mariland Hackmann
May 8, 2025
Mariland Hackmann, age 89 of Linn, passed away Thursday, May 8, 2025, at University Hospital and Clinics in Columbia.
Mariland was born June 16, 1935, in Fredericksburg, a daughter to the late Hugh and Ida (Lange) McGuire.
She attended school in Fredericksburg.
On February 3, 1951, she was united in marriage to Clarence H. Hackmann in Morrison. He preceded her in death on...
Julie Ann Smart
May 5, 2025
Julie Ann (Mitchell) Smart, age 60, of Mt. Sterling, passed away on Monday, May 5, 2025, at her residence surrounded by her loving family.
Julie was born on June 5, 1964, in Wichita, Kansas, a daughter to the late Eugene Mitchell, Jr. and Barbara (Parmeter) Mannon. Her mother survives in Linn.
Julie known as “Pooh” to her family and friends earned her...
Alice Elaine Rosemann
May 3, 2025
Alice Elaine Rosemann, age 83, of Bunker, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving family.
Alice was born on September 16, 1941, in Wentzville, a daughter to the late John A. and Mariam L. (Goltermann) Strunk.
Alice graduated from Assumption High School in O’ Fallon. She later earned her teaching certificate from Harris Teacher’s...
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