All Obituaries

Lynda A. Johnson, 70 , of Pacific, passed away on October 12, 2021. Mrs. Johnson, daughter of the late Everette Martin and his wife Florence nee Tobey, was born on November 23, 1950. Lynda worked for the Rockwood School District, where she retired from. She was preceded in death  by her parents and grandson, T.J. Johnson. Among her survivors are three children, Tommy Johnson, Staci Sparks, and Jenni Miller and husband Tim; brother, Larry Martin and wife  Sharon;...

John David Hawkins, 35 , of Dittmer, passed away on September 23, 2021. John, son of the late Roger Hawkins and Sherrie nee Day, was born on February 5, 1986 in St. Louis. He received his education from Pacific High School. John was employed at Spire Gas in St. Louis. He was preceded in death by his parents; step-father, Doug Dungan and maternal grandparents, Bud and Doris Day. Among his survivors are his son, Everett Hawkins; two brothers, Reed Hawkins and wife Pam and Josh Hawkins;...

Jennifer P. Murphy, 49 , of Pacific, passed away on September 13, 2021. Jennifer, daughter of the late Willie Pate and his wife Joan nee Smith, was born on March 3, 1972 in Warner Robbins, GA. On January 9, 2013 she was united in marriage to David Murphy in Clayton, MO. She was preceded in death her father, Willie Pate; son, Michael Pate, and two brothers, Robert and Michael Pate. Among her survivors are her husband David Murphy of Pacific; her mother, Joan Pate of Byron, GA; children,...

Ruth E. Draves, 91 ,of Pacific, passed away on September 7, 2021 in Pacific. Mrs. Draves, daughter of the late Arthur Duncan and his wife Ethel nee Skaggs, was born on August 14, 1930 in Cadet, MO. Ruth was united in marriage to Wilbur Hofstetter and after his passing, she  married Herbert Draves. Ruth had many hobbies, but she really enjoyed quilting, crocheting, and embroidering. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Wilbur Hofstetter and Herbert Draves; daughter, Darla Romine;...

Herbert “Carrol” Young , 96 , of St. Charles, passed away on September 5, 2021. Carrol, son of the late Ray Young and his wife Mildred nee Gross, was born on  June 29, 1925 in Pacific. He received his education from Pacific High School. Carrol served his country honorably as a member of the United States Coast Guard in WW II. On June 15, 1946, he was united in marriage to Jean Trowbridge at the Presbyterian Church in Columbia, MO. Mr. Young was a Sinclair Oil Distributor in...

Emily Solem Clasby On August 20, 2021, the strong, lively spirit of Emily Solem Clasby passed from this life. So many remember her for the fun and laughter she created wherever she went. She was the keeper of family lore and photos, and because of her we learned about Norwegian ancestors, the family home place near Duluth, the great northern Minnesota forest fire when she was an infant, and what it was like to cook for, do chores with, and celebrate holidays with sixteen siblings. She was...

Marie L. Fuller, 95 , of St. Charles, passed away on August 15, 2021 . Marie, daughter of the late Jackson “Jack” Murphy and his wife Grace Mae nee Lumley, was born on August 28, 1925 in Marshfield, MO. On November 17, 1941 she was united in marriage to Olaf Fuller in St. Charles, MO. Marie loved to garden and sew and embroider. She was an avid cook and was known to make the best fried chicken in the state of Missouri. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; Olaf...

Steven L. Willoughby, 51 , of Robertsville, passed away on July 29, 2021. Steve, son of the late Carl Willoughby Jr. and his wife Ellen nee Jones, was born on November 5, 1969 in Washington. Steve grew up on the family farm in Robertsville and helping out any way he could. He loved to travel, taking trips to the Carolinas and Florida. Steve worked at McDonalds in Washington, Hardees in Union, and Empac, until his retirement last year. He was preceded in death by his parents. Among his...

David L. Arledge, 44 , of Festus, passed away on July 28, 2021. David, son of Jerry Arledge and Pamela nee Cochran, was born on July 12, 1977 in St. Louis County. He graduated Pacific High school in 1995 and DeVry Institute of Technology in 1998 with a Bachelor of Science degree. On June 29, 2003, he was united in marriage to Linda Buder. David was employed at the Enterprise Center in St. Louis. He was preceded in death by his grandparents. Among his survivors are his wife, Linda Arledge...

Kenneth E. King, 83 , of Pacific, passed away on July 11, 2021. Kenneth, son of the late Floyd King and his wife Chloe nee Stevens was born on May 16, 1938 in Lebanon, MO. He received his education from Eureka High School. On August 4, 1956, he was united in marriage to Carol Bourne in Wellston, MO. Kenneth was an avid hunter and fisherman. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Gray Summit. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Howard King. Among his survivors are...