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The Dec. 7, 2023 issue

Obituaries

LYNDA CASEY

We are sad to announce the passing of Lynda Casey on Dec.2, 2023. She peacefully passed surrounded by her family, knowing she was loved and will be missed.

JESSIE DAVID HERNDON

Jessie David Herndon was born at home on Indian Creek Road near Houston, Mo. on Jan. 13, 1930 to James Simeon and Sylvia Catherine (Goodman) Herndon. He passed away Nov. 25, 2023 at his home surrounded by his family at the age of 93.  

DEANNA “SUE” (YOUNG) SMITH

Deanna “Sue” (Young) Smith, age 73, daughter of George and Melba (Shyrock) Young was born May 29, 1950 in Bendavis, Mo. She went to be with the Lord on Nov. 24, 2023 at Texas County Memorial Hospital. 

SUSIE BRUCE

Susie Bruce, born on Jan. 14, 1933, peacefully departed this life on Nov. 17, 2023, at the age of 90. She was a devoted wife, a loving mother, and a cherished member of her community.

GLEN MCKINNEY

Glen McKinney, 86 of St. Peters, Mo. passed away peacefully at his home on Nov. 9, 2023, surrounded by his family. Glen was born on March 19, 1937 in Houston, Mo. the son of Hereford and Mary Etta (Brown) McKinney.