All Obituaries

Marta J. Stoehr,72, of Villa Ridge, passed away on May 27, 2026. Mrs. Stoehr, daughter of the late Edwin Bellinger and Edith nee Perrin, was born on December 9, 1953, in St. Louis. She received her education from Pacific High School. On July 27, 2002, she was united in marriage to Paul Stoehr Jr. at the Pacific Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Paul Stoehr Jr.; daughter, Megan Diamond, and three siblings, Janice Ritter, Danny Fuller, and Valerie ...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Betty Ann Schneider, who peacefully passed away surrounded by the love of her family. Betty was a devoted mother, sister, aunt, and friend whose kindness, strength, and love for her family touched everyone who knew her. Betty now reunites in peace with her beloved daughters, Cynthia and Samantha, whom she missed dearly throughout the years. She is survived by her husband, Larry Schneider; her siblings, Emma Smith and partner John, ...

Sallie F. Mark, aged 69, of Pacific, Missouri, passed away on May 1, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of selfless service and an unwavering devotion to her family. A Life of Purpose Born on December 28, 1956, in Joplin to the late Forrest Jennings and Annalea Wheatley, Sallie spent her formative years in Michigan. A graduate of Hazel Park High School, she was known in her youth as a talented and competitive volleyball player—a spirited energy she carried throughout her life. It was in ...

Noah “Phil” Kennon,86, of Pacific, passed away on April 12, 2026. Mr. Kennon, son of the late James Kennon and Allie nee Studie, was born on August 20, 1939, in Portageville, MO. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Madonna Kennon; son, Keith Kennon and siblings. Among his survivors are two children, Sheri Elpers of St. Louis and Phil Kennon II and wife Brenda of Gray Summit; grandchildren, Lori Tillmann and husband Gary, James Hirth and wife Cassie, David Delaney and ...

Kathy L. Mann,63, of St. Clair, passed away on January 1, 2026. Kathy, daughter of the late Gerald Mann Sr. and Lois nee Asbury, was born on November 17, 1962, in Cincinnati, Ohio. She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Gerald Mann Jr. Among her survivors are three brothers, Steven Mann of Pacific, Gary Mann of Pacific, and Larry Mann of Washington; loved ones and many friends. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, from 11-11:30 a.m. at Nieburg-Vitt, ...

Robert A. Myers, 87, of Pacific, passed away on December 31, 2025. Mr. Myers, son of the late Lee Roy Myers and Helen nee Kreinkamp, was born on Valentine’s Day, February 14, 1938, in Pacific. He received his education from Pacific High School, graduating in 1956. On May 9, 1959, he married his high school sweetheart, Edna Close. Bob was a star basketball player at Pacific High School, once scoring 54 points in a single game. A record that still stands 69 years later. He was a ...

Robert E. Murphy, 70, of Pacific, passed away on December 18, 2025. Mr. Murphy, son of the late William D. Murphy and Charlotte nee Roberts, was born on February 23, 1955, in St. Louis. He received his education from Chaminade High School. Bob enjoyed spending his time down at the river with his hunting buddies and eating lunch with his brother often at the Family Restaurant. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, William D. Murphy II; brother-in-law, Mark Pross; ...

Mary Gail Johnson, age 78, of Robertsville, Missouri, fortified with the Holy Spirit, passed away Sunday, December 14, 2025, at Washington Mercy Hospital, surrounded by loving family and caring hospital staff. Gail was born December 29, 1946, in Baltimore, Maryland where she attended Catholic school and graduated high school. Gail moved to Atlanta, Georgia in 1976 where she met her loving husband Bruce whom she married in 1988. They lived in Mableton, Georgia until 1993 when he accepted a ...

Nancy Lee Omer (nee Fisher) of Pacific, MO passed away on December 2, 2025 after a short illness. Nancy (Dee) is survived by her husband, Diquie Omer, one son, Greg Omer (Brigitta), one daughter Melanie Omer, 2 granddaughters, Morgan Schulte Jones (Jeremy), Katie Schulte Ridley, and 6 great-grandchildren: Avery, Zachary, Lucas, and Madeline Jones and Alice and Johnathan Ridley. She is also survived by her step-children Tim Massie (Davina), Melinda Massie Stout (Brian), and Sarah Massie ...

Benford A. Hanna, 88, of Pacific, passed away on November 13, 2025. Mr. Hanna, son of the late William Hanna and Alma nee Wooley, was born on April 28, 1937, in Bagnell, MO. On August 18, 1956, he was united in marriage to Harriett Caldwell in St. Louis. Mr. Hanna loved the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing, and he cherished time spent with his grandchildren. He was a proud member of the Laborers Local 42 for 57 years. He was preceded in death by his parents, and wife, Harriett ...