All Obituaries

Robert Allen Dougherty, 79, of Armstrong, passed away November 30, 2023, at Jefferson City Manor. Bob was born in Grafton, West Virginia on November 14, 1944, a son of Jasper Cecil and Dayle Reed Dougherty.  He graduated from Armstrong High School in 1963 and had lived in Armstrong most of his life. Bob was employed in the City of Fayette working in the water and sewer department for many years.  He also worked on area farms, mowed lawns and loved gardening, always having lots...

Martin Edward Ratermann Martin Edward Ratermann was born to Edward and Margaret (Buschard) Ratermann on October 13, 1952, in St. Louis, MO. Martin was raised on a small working farm in north St. Louis County. Putting up hay, feeding cows and calves, and working in the tomato fields was part of his upbringing. He followed behind his Uncle Aloys and his father, both carpenters, to watch and see how things got done. When his time was his own, he would search through an old barn for what he...

Frances Louise Friedrich, 93, longtime Fayette resident, passed away November 29, 2023, at Glasgow Gardens. Frances was born in rural Fayette on October 8, 1930, a daughter of Benny Franklin and Louise Beach Lay.  She married Edward Carl Friedrich, Jr. on October 30, 1948, and he preceded her in death. Frances was a determined hard-working individual.  She was employed as a cook with the Fayette Public Schools for thirty-eight years and later with the Fayette Senior Center for...

In Loving Memory of Patricia Susan Waid (May 21, 1937 – November 24, 2023) Patricia Susan (Dawson) Waid, fondly known as Pat, peacefully departed this earthly life surrounded by her loving family at home on November 24, 2023. A devoted servant of Christ, she has reunited with her eternal heavenly family. Born at the family homestead in Guthrie, Missouri, Pat was a cherished daughter of Raymond and Gladys (Wilson) Dawson. Proudly, she carried the legacy of being a fifth-generation...

Dennis Ray Bennett, 70, of Columbia, MO, went home to his Lord on November 21, 2023, at Boone Hospital Center surrounded by his loving family. A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held 3:00 PM, Saturday, November 25, 2023, at Bach-Yager Funeral Chapel. Dennis was born, April 11, 1953, to the late Harry and Marie (Mitchell) Bennett.  On February 14, 1975, he married Christiane Alkire in Nevada, Missouri.  He was a member of Forum Christian Church.  Dennis was a...

James Wesley Richardson, 56, a much-loved resident of New Franklin passed away November 19, 2023. James “Jimmy” was born in Boonville, MO on December 10, 1966.  Growing up Jimmy had a difficult life and at the age of 15 he became part of Melvin and Pat Boggs’ family.  He attended New Franklin schools and was a lifelong Bulldog. Jimmy enjoyed keeping busy, helping the Boggs’ family on their farm and with their rental properties.  He was Melvin’s...

Eva Sue Calvin passed September 14, 2023.  She was born at Noyes Hospital, Columbia, July 19, 1937, to Waldo and Nannie Mae (Fenton) Palmer.  She graduated from Hickman High School in 1955, and was proud to be a Kewpie!  She was married for a time to David Calvin, and they had three daughters. Most of her working career was in banking.  She was retired from the customer service area of First National Bank in Columbia and loved to reminisce about her coworkers and...

Carnetta (Underwood) Welter, 92, formerly of Columbia, went to be with her Heavenly Father on November 19, 2023. A private graveside committal will be at Memorial Park Cemetery, Columbia. Carnetta was born May 28, 1931, in Fornfelt, Missouri to the late Luther and Lula Underwood.  She attended school in Fornfelt and the consolidated school of Fornfelt-Illmo, now known as Scott City. She was married to W. D. Welker and from this union, she has six children; Susan Welker, Dianne...

Billie Parlee Sue Bailey 1951 – 2023 Billie Parlee Sue Bailey passed away in her home in Brookfield, MO on November 15, 2023, at the age of 72.  She was born in Kansas City, MO on August 14, 1951. She was preceded in death by her two sons, Rickey and Mikey; her mother, Bevis Breeding; her father, Billie Williams and a brother, Russell Roberts. Survivors include a daughter, Crystal Redden; three grandchildren, Lowell Redden (Faith Thomas), Rose (Dakota) Collins and Beulah Redden...

        Bobbie Ann Nichols, 77, of Fulton passed away on November 6, 2023, at home surrounded by her loving family.     Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m., Monday, November 13, 2023, at Bach-Yager Funeral Chapel.  Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. until the time of the service.     Bobbie was born December 5, 1945, in Kirksville to the late Earl and Mildred Wiyrick.   On May 5, 1962, she married James Nichols, and he...