Prepare early for the best hunting outcomes and to avoid the crowds and last-minute rush.

The recent dove season opener on September 1 marked the beginning of the fall hunting season.  Fall hunting is already underway, but it’s still early, which means now is the best time to sight in and pattern firearms for hunting dove, deer, turkey, duck, and goose. 

Gary D. Swinney of Lake St. Louis, Missouri, passed away on September 12, 2026, at the age of 83.

Kathy Keeven (nee: Baumstark) of Moscow Mills, Missouri, passed away on August 17, 2026, at the age of 73.

Geraldine "Gerry" Jentzsch of Hermann, Missouri, passed away on August 12, 2026, at the age of 91.

Barbara Jane McFarland passed away on June 22, 2026. She was married to Michael McFarland for 52 years. Mother to Sean (Cera) McFarland, Jenny (Jeff) Scherr, and Kevin (Jen) McFarland.

Charlotte Allen of Defiance, Missouri, passed away on May 14, 2026, at the age of 91.

Doyle Dean Jackson passed away on May 4, 2026. He was born on January 23, 1937, in Portageville, MO. He was a graduate of Central High School, St. Louis, MO, and a Member of St.Patrick’s Church in Jonesburg, MO.

With profound sadness and immeasurable love, we announce the passing of Tommy Shine, a devoted husband, proud father, and respected fire captain, who left this world far too soon.

Gerald “Gerry” Lee Wolf, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, laughter, and unwavering honesty. Born in Bucyrus, Ohio, Gerry most recently made his home in New Melle, Missouri, where he built a life centered on family, friendships, and the simple joys he cherished most.

Orville V. Munzer, Jr., passed away on April 3, 2026, at the age of 89 after an extended illness.

Thomas Neer of Defiance passed away in the early morning hours on Saturday, March 28, at the age of 82.

Charlotte A. Sportsman (née Coffman) of Wentzville passed away on March 27, 2026, at the age of 89.

Betty Frances Bade (nee Parrott) of Augusta passed away on March 20, 2026, at the age of 98.

Patricia W. Sinopole passed away on March 17, 2026, at the age of 93. Patricia was born August 14, 1932, in St. Louis, MO, to Jokshan and Elizabeth Wittmann, nee Dubbert.

Julia M. Fennewald of Wentzville, Missouri, passed away on March 4, 2026, at the age of 83.

Rhonda Sue Ashley of Montgomery City passed away on March 2, 2026, surrounded by her beloved family at the age of 66. 

Judith A. Moeller (née: Moehlmann), baptized with the hope of Christ’s resurrection, Judy passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at the age of 89, surrounded by her family.

Betty A. Mallinckrodt (née: Thilking) of Augusta, Missouri, passed away on February 9, 2026, at the age of 91. 

Mrs. Dianne M. Sudbrock passed away on February 9, 2026, peacefully at home in Foristell, after a long battle with cancer. Dianne, daughter of the late Stanley Koch and wife Lavern (née: Duello), was born November 8, 1957, in Troy, MO. She was 68 years old

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ellen Louise Barbara Knoernschild of Augusta, Missouri, on Thursday, January 8, 2026.

Christina “Chris” Lee Warren, 73, passed away on January 18, 2026.

In the peace of her home on January 7, 2026, surrounded by family and close friends, Erin Leigh Cox transitioned from wife, mom, daughter, friend and tireless community leader, to legendary inspiration.

Carrie Deeker, of Marthasville, passed away at home on Monday, December 29, 2025.

Dorothy "Dot" A. Clover of Wentzville, Missouri, passed away on December 21, 2025, at the age of 82.