All Obituaries

Jean Kimme (nee Tyree) passed away in Jefferson City, Missouri, on Sunday, June 4, 2023, surrounded by family. Jean was born May 4, 1934, in Washington, Missouri, and lived in Washington her whole life, attending both St. Francis Borgia Grade School and High School. She earned her nursing degree in St. Louis and was very proud to be a nurse.  Jean was a talented crafter and created beautiful cross-stitch, embroidery, and stained-glass art.  She was an amazing cook (You missed out...

Charlotte E. Yarbrough, 84, of Washington, passed away on June 3, 2023. Mrs. Yarbrough, daughter of the late Lloyd Rembusch and Doris nee Whitelock, was born on July 15, 1938, in Shelbyville, MO. She received her education from Monroe City High School. On June 26, 1957, she was united in marriage to Wayne Yarbrough in Hannibal, MO. Mrs. Yarbrough loved to paint, especially oil painting. She enjoyed golfing, playing cards, socializing with her friends, and spending time with her family....

Todd Douglas Geisert, 54, a life-long resident of Washington, took the path to greener pastures on Wednesday, May 31, 2023. He was born March 5, 1969, in Columbia, MO to D. John Geisert and wife Karen, nee Yenzer.  He attended South Point Elementary, Washington Middle School and graduated from Washington High School.  He was united in marriage to Katherine “Katie” Pils, on July 25, 1992.  The couple made their home in Washington, MO. Todd was a local farmer and...

Claudette Marion Bennick, nee Harwell, age 72, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on May 26, 2023, due to a long illness. She was born January 10, 1951, in St. Louis, Missouri to Claude and Sophie Harwell, formerly of Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Claudette met the love of her life, Michael Bennick in 1969 and later married on August 1, 1970.  Family was the most important thing to her, and she loved them deeply. As the mother of two girls; Tonya Boehlein (Chris) of...

Elinor “Toodles” Dobsch, 93, of Washington, passed away peacefully on May 24, 2023. Toodles was born to the late Harold G. Hoemann and Kathryn L. Brannock, on July 26, 1929, in Washington. She graduated from Washington High School in 1947. On August 19, 1950, she was united in marriage to William Dobsch in Ballwin, Mo. She worked as bookkeeper at her family-owned business D&D Auto Repair for over 25 years.  She also worked for Dr. Glen Calvin for a few years before...

Shirley M. Buhr, 91, of Washington, passed away on May 22, 2023. Mrs. Buhr, daughter of the late Henry Walde and Rose nee Reinsch, was born on May 22, 1932 in Washington. She received her education from St. Francis Borgia High School. On January 30, 1954, she was united in marriage to Donald Buhr at St. Francis Borgia Church. Shirley enjoyed playing golf with her husband and friends, reading and spending time with family. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Donald...

Irma H. Pelster, 91, of Washington, passed away on May 18, 2023. Irma, daughter of the late Alfred Kormeier and Mildred nee Althage, was born on February 15, 1932 in New Haven. She graduated from Washington High School. On June 1, 1952, Irma was united in marriage to Howard Pelster. They were married for 60 years and were wonderful parents to three surviving children, Philip Pelster and wife Mary Ann of Washington, Peggy Devoy and husband Sean of Ballwin, and Jana Threlkeld and husband...

Robert (Bob) James Garbs, 88, Washington, passed away Saturday, May 13, 2023 after years-long battle with COPD. His passions were golf, Elvis Presley, Rothschild’s Restaurant and his beloved wife of 66 years, Marita (Schulte) Garbs. On most mornings, the two of them could be found in booth 33 at Rothschild’s, chatting with fellow regulars as they awaited their breakfasts. Bob was a frequent partaker of Rothschilds’ infamous Chili Bomb “for the adventurous...

John G. Thomure, 45, of Washington, passed away on April 24, 2023. John, son of the late Randall Thomure and Lynne nee Palisch, was born on February 28, 1978, in Washington. He received his education from St. Francis Borgia High School. John was extremely social and had many friends.  He always wanted to visit with everyone, whether he knew them or not.  He especially loved going to the movies, coffee, any kind of food except beets, and girls. He was preceded in death by his...

Floyd “Flip” Meyer, 88 , of Washington, passed away on April 22, 2023. Flip, son of the late Clarence Meyer and Amanda nee Hackmann, was born on February 19, 1935 in St. Louis. He received his education from St. Francis Borgia High School. On September 19, 1958, he was united in marriage to Diane Alferman at St. Gertrude’s Church in Krakow. Mr. Meyer served his country honorably as a member of the United States Army. Flip was a hard worker, working in the potato chip...