All Obituaries

Delores B. Gardner 90, of Washington, passed away peacefully while surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, Jan. 19th. Delores, daughter of the late John Breeden and Louise “Viola” nee Saak, was born February 19, 1932 in Washington, MO. She received her education from Washington High School. On May 05, 1951, she was united in marriage to James Gardner at St. Francis Borgia Church in Washington, MO. She became widowed in 2008 and remained at her residence until recently when...

     Randy L. Brown, 73, of Labadie, passed away on January 8, 2023. Randy, son of the late Ransome Brown and Lois nee House, was born on January 9, 1949 in Springfield, MO. He graduated from Washington High School and Central Missouri State University in Warrensburg, where he completed a graduate degree in criminal justice. On February 28, 1971, he was united in marriage to Margit Noelke.      Randy served as a trooper in the Missouri State Highway...

Nancy J. Munier passed away on January 6, 2023. She was born on November 3, 1932 in Chambersburg, PA. and was the daughter of the late William Gettel and Vivian, nee Gilbert. On May 25, 1958, she was united in marriage to George Munier, her devoted husband of 54 years. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and a son, William Ainsworth. Among her survivors are 6 children: Susan Franchello and husband John (Washington, MO), Michael Munier (Labadie, MO), Leonard Munier and wife...

Henry L. Newberry, 77 , of Washington, passed away on January 2, 2023. Henry, son of the late Lloyd Newberry and Clyde Elizabeth Neely, was born on May 21, 1945 in Fowler, CA. On May 21, 1976, he was united in marriage to Anna Darlene Cox at the Liverpool Baptist Church in Lake Station, IN. Mr. Newberry served his country honorably as a member of the United States Marine Corps. He was preceded in death by his parents and six siblings, William Newberry, Steve Newberry, Jerry Newberry, Roy...

Everett H. Gumpenberger, 95, of Washington, passed away on December 31, 2022. Everett, son of the late Henry Gumpenberger and Edna nee Doriot, was born on February 2, 1927 in Washington. He received his education from St. Francis Borgia Grade School. On April 29, 1948, he was united in marriage to Rose Mary Finder at Holy Family Church in Port Hudson. Mr. Gumpenberger served his country honorably as a member of the United States Navy. He was a member of the American Legion Post 218 and St....

Helen M. McMurray, 79, of Washington, MO, passed away on December 31, 2022. Mrs. McMurray, daughter of the late John Crisp and S. Vina Carder, was born on March 18, 1943 in Manes, MO. She received her education from Mountain Grove High School. On January 13, 1964, she was united in marriage to Raymond McMurray in Miami, Oklahoma.  They enjoyed 57 years of married life on earth and are joyfully reunited. Helen was employed at Hallmark Cards for 28 years.  After which, she enjoyed...

David J. Brueggeman, 66, of Washington, passed away unexpectedly on December 28, 2022. David, son of the late John “Jack” E. Brueggeman and Betty nee Hastelund, was born on May 17, 1956, in St. Louis. He received his bachelor’s degree from Missouri University of Science & Technology in Mechanical Engineering in 1979, he was a licensed Professional Engineer, and later in life, went back to school to get his MBA. On October 11, 1980, he was united in marriage to Barbara...

William G. Mays, 75, of Washington, passed away on December 28, 2022. Mr. Mays, son of the late Frank Mays and Pauline Brookhart, was born on April 8, 1947 in Washington. He received his education from Washington High School and attained a Juris Doctorate Degree from the University of Missouri-Columbia. He was preceded in death  by his parents and brother, Frank Mays II. Among his survivors are his son, Daniel Mays of Austin, Texas; two siblings, Polly Stahlhuth and...

Bryan S Smith, 70 , of Washington, passed away on December 18, 2022. Bryan son of the late Melvin Smith and Evelyn Smith, was born on February 3, 1952 in Washington MO. On October 20, 1979, he was united in marriage to Shirlee Junttii in Union. Bryan was employed for over 40 years at Pauwels Transformers. Bryan loved any book or articles on WWII. He loved the St. Louis Cardinals as well as the football team Cardinals when they were in St. Louis. Bryan loved to read road maps; he also was a...

Rodger D. Weiskopf, 67 , of Washington, passed away on December 17, 2022. Mr. Weiskopf, son of the late Everett Weiskopf and Paula nee Thater, was born on February 27, 1955 in Washington. He received his education from St. Francis Borgia High School and Linn Tech. Rodger loved family gatherings, muscle cars, and enjoyed doing research on WW II. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Judy Weiskopf. Among his survivors are two siblings, Linda Schwoeppe and husband Dennis of...