All Obituaries

David A. Hillermann, 66, of Washington, passed away on April 23, 2024. Mr. Hillermann, son of the late Maurice Hillermann and Doris nee Frankenberg, was born on March 28, 1958, in Washington. He received his education from St. Francis Borgia High School. On October 29, 1977, he was united in marriage to Laurie Harshaw at St. Francis Borgia Church. Dave loved being outdoors, especially on or near the water. He enjoyed history and old historic buildings. Dave was often piddling around in his...

Brian John Epple, 56, of Washington, MO passed away on April 9, 2024. He was the son of George Epple and the late Una (Sallaz) Epple. He was born on July 28, 1967 in Hermann, MO. Brian was united in marriage to Lisa (Schulte) Epple on March 12, 1994 at St. Paul’s Church in Hermann. He received his education from Hermann High School and Linn State Technical College. Some of Brian’s hobbies were going on walks with Lisa, boogieboarding in Florida, arcade games and comic books,...

Ludell F. Rettke, 99, of Washington, passed away on April 2, 2024. Mrs. Rettke, daughter of the late Ferdinand Buenemann and Olga nee Osthoff, was born on March 15, 1925, in Augusta. She received her education from Augusta Public School. On February 8, 1947, she was united in marriage to Arlie Rettke at St. Peter’s United Church of Christ in Washington. Mrs. Rettke loved the outdoors, especially gardening, fishing, and going mushroom hunting. She enjoyed harvesting and cracking...

Joseph C. Nieder ,55, of Villa Ridge, passed away on March 30, 2024. Mr. Nieder, son of the late Jerome Nieder and Lillian nee Marquart, was born on February 4, 1969 in Washington. He received his education from Washington High School. On June 7, 1996, he was united in marriage to Angie Schroeder at Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Washington. Joe retired 2 years ago from his Sale Management Position at Performance Food Group. He began a part time job at ABF Romcare following his retirement....

Nancy A. Amelung, 75, of Washington, passed away on March 25, 2024. Nancy, daughter of the late Lawrence Amelung and Rita nee Irvine, was born on April 9, 1948, in Washington. She received her education from Incarnate Word Academy and the University of Missouri. Ms. Amelung was a police officer before retiring. Nancy enjoyed gardening and planting and was a member of various flower and garden clubs. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Louise Charboneau and brother, Ralph...

Norma Jean “Jeanie” Becker, 80, of Labadie, passed away on March 13, 2024. Jeanie, daughter of the late August Steffens and Evelyn nee Kleekamp, was born on September 8, 1943, in Washington. She received her education from Washington High School, graduating in 1961. On December 5, 1964, she was united in marriage to Donald Becker at the Pilgrim U.C.C. in Labadie. In 1995, she received her Associate of Arts degree from East Central College. Jeanie and Donald made a happy life on...

James H. Neier, 95, of Washington, passed away on March 8, 2024. Mr. Neier, son of the late August Neier and Rose nee Zwicke, was born on March 9, 1928, in Washington. He received his education from St Francis Borgia High School. On February 5, 1948, he was united in marriage to Florene Homeyer. Jim loved the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing. He also enjoyed making BBQ and cutting wood for the stove. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Florene Neier; three children, Mike...

Arlene A. Zoellner, 92, of Washington, passed away on March 7, 2024. Mrs. Zoellner, daughter of the late Bernard Tobben and Agnes nee Unnerstall, was born on January 7, 1932, in Washington. She received her education from St. Francis Borgia High School. On February 19, 1955, she was united in marriage to Paul Zoellner at St. Francis Borgia Church. Through a life well lived, Arlene was first and foremost a wife and mother who always put family above all else. Arlene loved the St. Louis...

Dolores C. Chapie, 92, of Washington, passed away on March 5, 2024. Mrs. Chapie, daughter of the late Joseph Wiesner and Marie nee Lindewirth, was born on January 4, 1932, in Baden, MO. She received her education from St. Alphonsus Rock Church High School. On August 1, 1953, she was united in marriage to Robert Chapie at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church in Baden. Dolores worked for Schnucks Markets for 35 years. In 1989, she and Robert moved to Washington to make their home and enjoy life in...

Terry R. Eckelkamp, 67, of Washington, passed away on March 5, 2024. Terry, son of the late Earl Eckelkamp and Marilyn nee LeFarth, was born on August 17, 1956, in Washington. He received his education from St. Francis Borgia High School. Terry was an electrician by trade and began his career at Bell Electric.  He then went on to work for Eckelkamp Electric until his retirement. Terry was a funny, caring, and very optimistic person. He always had a joke or story to share and enjoyed...