It is with deep regret that the City of St. Charles Fire Department announces the death of Firefighter/Engineer/Paramedic Douglas Haase, Sr.

81, of Webster Groves on Monday, January 30, 2012. Beloved husband of Gloria (nee Meyer); loving father of Jim (Joan) Chenault, III, Richard (Angela) Chenault, Marielle Chenault; beloved grandfather of Jessica, Amy, Courtney, James IV Jay, John Jack, and Thomas Chenault; dear brother-in-law of Kathleen Kidwell and the late Ruth Ann Grob; friend to many.

Jim served in the Navel Reserve. In his professional life he worked as a CPA. However, he was an avid volunteer for the Museum of Transport, the Webster Groves Fire Department, the Box 8 Club, the Red Cross, Salvation Army, and the Kirkwood Train Station. He was a member of the Gateway Fire Historical Society.

Services: Memorial Visitation 4-8 p.m. Friday, February 3, 2012, Gerber Chapel, 23 W. Lockwood Ave. Webster Groves. Interment Private. If desired contributions in memory may be made to BackStoppers, 10411 Clayton Rd # 5, St. Louis, MO 63131-2910. Family and friends are invited to sign the online guest register at: www.gerberchapel.com

Entered into rest on Sat., Jan. 28, 2012. Dear brother of Ollie (Valasia) Aslan, Judy (Bob) Wiseman, Sophie (Dennis) Cline, Helen Carlton and the late Ruth (Paul) Carmen; dear uncle of Andrew (Nicki) Aslan, Dimitrios (Jackie) Aslan, Stephanie (Jeff) Fisher, Donna (John) Mattingly, Leslie Cline and Craig Cline and our great uncle. Services: Funeral Wed., Feb. 1, 9 a.m. from CHULICK Funeral Home, 5611 S. Grand Blvd., at Bates to Assumption Greek Orthodox Church from 10 a.m. funeral service. Interment National Cemetery. Visitation Tues., 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. with Trisagion service at 7 p.m. Proud City of St. Louis Firefighter for 30 years and served in U.S. Marine Corps.

Gus entered into rest on Friday, January 27, 2012 at age 90. Beloved husband of Rita M. Doerner (nee Schmidt); beloved father of Gail (Oscar) Harper, Terry (Mike) Schimmer, Bob (Annette) Royer, Jr. and the late Dennis Doerner and Renee Sperandio; dear grandfather of Mike and Mark Harper, Lisa (Ben) Heisel, Chris Schimmer, Robert (Angela) Royer III, Jeffrey and Brian Royer; dear great-grandfather of 5. Dear brother, brother-in-law, uncle, cousin and friend.

Gus retired after 30 years as a firefighter with the City of St. Louis. He was a member of VFW Post #2593 and the Meramec Arnold Elks Lodge #2372. Gus proudly served in the U. S. Marine Corps during WWII in the South Pacific.

Services: Visitation Sunday 3 È 9 at JOHN L. ZIEGENHEIN & SONS (South County), 4830 Lemay Ferry Rd. (63129). Funeral service Monday 11:30 am with interment at Lakewood Park Cemetery. Memorials to the Missouri Veterans Home are appreciated.

(St. Louis Post Dispatch - January 19, 2012) He grew up in a housing project near Anheuser-Busch brewery and went on to become the wealthy owner of one of A-B's largest wholesalers, Grey Eagle Distributors.

As a youngster, he used his fists to become a Golden Gloves champion. Later in life, he raised millions of dollars through boxing matches that helped pay the mortgages, car payments and tuitions for the families of fallen police officers and firefighters. Jerry G. Clinton died Wednesday (Jan. 18, 2012) at his home in Huntleigh. He was 74 and had battled neuro-endocrine cancer for five years, a family spokeswoman said.

Those who knew him say he never got the full credit he deserved.

"Generally, people don't remember the person that started it —— they remember the person who finished," said David Stokes, a former brewery executive who bought Grey Eagle from Mr. Clinton in 2005. The sale occurred three years after the son he had planned to turn the company over to, Jeff Clinton, was killed at age 38 in an auto racing accident in 2002. Mr. Clinton was born in 1937 in a house with no electricity or indoor plumbing. His father was a pipe fitter. He became a champion boxer through the Golden Gloves and AAU competition at the South Broadway Athletic Club. He graduated from Hadley Tech High School and went to work for the brewery delivering supplies. He took sales and marketing classes at Washington University and left the brewery in 1963 to work as a $125-per-week dispatcher at Grey Eagle, the brewery's new wholesaler. Mr. Clinton worked his way up to salesman, sales manager and company officer and began buying shares in the company. He became president in 1976 at age 39 and sole owner in 1980. Selling beer wholesale is all about knowing bar and store owners. Mr. Clinton worked hard and 'spoiled his retailers," a former colleague said. As St. Louis County grew, so did Grey Eagle, becoming one of the Midwest's largest independent beer distributors.

Mr. Clinton and friends started the Guns 'N Hoses tournaments to raise money for fallen first responders. In 25 years, he helped raise $3.6 million for Backstoppers. "We're supporting 59 families," said Ron Battelle, Backstoppers executive director. "Most firefighters thought of him as one of us," said St. Louis Fire Chief Dennis Jenkerson. "He won't be replaced."

Visitation will be 2 to 8 p.m. Monday at Bopp Chapel, 10610 Manchester Road, Kirkwood. The Mass will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at the Cathedral Basilica on Lindell Boulevard. Burial will be at Resurrection Cemetery in south St. Louis County. Survivors, besides his wife, include a son, Brian Clinton of Clayton; a sister, Betty Freeman of St. Louis; five grandsons; and his ex-wife, the former Jo Novinska of Sanibel, Fla.

Thurs., Jan 12, 2012. Husband of Elizabeth Hentchel; father of Bill (Linda) Hentchel Jr., Tedi (Bob) Dobbs, David (Melody) Hentchel, Rick (Debbie) Hentchel, Kate (Bob Zacher) Hentchel, Tim (Stephanie) Hentchel and Mark Hentchel; step-father of Alice Havard, Marian Schumaker, Nancy Marcus and Fred Younger; grandfather of 22; great-grandfather of 16; brother of Ted Hentchel, Skip Hentchel and Elsa Salomon; preceded in death by his first wife Velva Sanders and a grandchild Christopher Hentchel.

Bill was a retired teacher and administrator of Hancock Place Schools, a member of Lemay J.B. Lions Club, past member of The Mehlville Fire Board, a lifetime member of The NEA and a lifetime member of Carondelet United Church of Christ.

Services: Funeral from KUTIS AFFTON Chapel, 10151 Gravois, Tuesday, Jan. 17, 10:30 a.m. Inter ment St. Paul Churchyard. Visitation Monday, January 16, 3-8 p.m.

Entered into rest, on Saturday, December 31, 2011. Beloved husband of 26 years of Connie Boehle (nee Richardson); dear brother of Donna (Gerald) DeWeese, Bonnie (Norman) Wray; Mary (the late Jerry) Tihen, Becky (Scott) Arkin, Timothy (Michelle) and Mark (Beverly) Boehle; our dear uncle, great uncle, God- father, cousin and friend.

Mike was a lifelong firefighter with the Cottelville Fire District. He had a passion for spending time with his family, especially his nieces and nephews and great nieces and great nephews. He enjoyed cooking, golfing and loved all sports (TRUE STORY!!!)

Services: The Stygar Family of Funeral Service is caring for Michael's family. Funeral at the STYGAR MID RIVERS Funeral Home and Crematory, 5987 mid Rivers Mall Drive, St. Charles, MO on Tues., Jan 3 at 10 a.m. Interment at St. John U.C.C. Cemetery, Cottleville, MO. Family suggests memorials to The Backstoppers. Visitation Mon., Jan. 2, 3-8 p.m.

It is with deep sadness the Webster Groves Fire Department announces the passing of Retired Senior Firefighter Rich Griffey on Monday, December 26, 2011.

Visitation will be Thursday, December 29, 2011 at Kutis Funeral Home, 10151 Gravois Road, from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Funeral service will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Friday, December 30, 2011, at Kutis Funeral Home.

Saturday Dec. 17, 2011. Beloved husband of Dorothy Aubuchon (nee Masnica); son of the late Raymond and Agnes Aubuchon; loving father of Diane (Glenn) Horstmann, Gary (Sandi),Bob (Vicki) and Dan (Karen) Aubuchon; loving grandfather of 10 great grandfather of 5 and 1 deceased and 3 on the way; dearest brother, brother-inlaw, uncle, cousin and friend.

Aubi was retired Chief of Riverview Fire District and served his country Honorably as a USMC in the Pacific Theater during WW II., was a 4th Degree Member of St. John Bosco K of C Council #3616, and a former Alderman of the City of Bellefontaine Neighbors.

Services: Funeral Mass will be celebrated 10:30 AM on Wed. Dec. 21st at Assumption Catholic Church O'Fallon, MO. (meet at church). In Lieu of flowers memorials to the Back Stoppers preferred. Interment National Cemetery Jefferson Barracks, MO. VISITATION 3 to 8 PM Tue. Dec 20th at the STYGAR MID RIVERS Funeral Home & Crematory 5987 Mid Rivers Mall Dr. (St. Charles) and Visitation at Church Wed Dec 21 from 9:30 to 10:30 at the Church.

Dec. 8, 2011. It is with deep sorrow that the Mid-County Fire Protection District announces the passing of retired Captain David Stafford.

Captain Stafford joined the Mid-County Fire Protection District on October 2, 1971 and was promoted to the rank of Captain in 1984. He retired on August 10, 1995.

Visitation and Memorial Service will be held at Archway Funeral Home, 111 Taylor Road, Hazelwood, Missouri.

Visitation on Tuesday, December 13, 2011 from 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Memorial service on Wednesday, December 14, 2011 at 11:00 a.m.

No honor guard requested.

Dec. 8, 2011. Beloved husband of Beth Goodson (nee Brown); loving step father of Wesley Barger; dear son-in-law of Nadine Brown and brother-in-law of Christy (John) Neikirk; passionate colleague and devoted friend to many. Services: Memorial visitation Mon. Dec. 12, 5:00 pm until time of service 7:30 pm at BOPP CHAPEL, 10610 Manchester Rd., Kirkwood. Interment private. Memorials preferred to The BackStoppers. www.boppchapel.com

McNamara, James Jim D. 60, of Elsberry, MO., Dec. 10, 2011. Dear husband of Judy (Siefert) McNamara; beloved father of Jenny (Steve) Lorraine, Jill (Bryan) Meyers; dear son of Joe (Jean) McNamara and Joyce (Joe) Thomas; dear son-in-law of Betty Siefert; beloved grandfather of Dan, Samantha and Cassie; brother-in-law, uncle, cousin and friend. Jim had worked as a Captain of Cottleville Fire Protection Dist. Services: Tues., Dec. 13, 2011 at 10am MCCOY-BLOSSOM CHAPEL, 1304 Boone St., Troy, MO 63379. Visitation Mon., Dec. 12 from 2-8 McCoy-Blossom www.mccoyblossomfh.com

Saturday, November 12, 2011. Dear father of Linda, Daniel, Tom, Lisa and Tracy Butler and the late Dennis Butler; dear son of the late Thomas and Oras Butler; dear brother of Dorothy Klepac and the late Clarence Butler and Mary Giammanco; our dear grand- father, great-grandfather, uncle, great-uncle, cousin, and friend of many. Services: Funeral at KUTIS SOUTH COUNTY CHAPEL, 5255 Lemay Ferry Rd., on Wed., Nov. 16 at 12 noon. Interment J.B. National Cemetery. Mr. Butler was a Korean War veteran and a retired St. Louis City firefighter. Visitation Tues., 3-9 p.m.

It is with deep regret that the Monarch Fire Protection District and Mascoutah Fire Department announce the death of Captain Kenny Groennert. Captian Groennert, 38, died October 19, 2011.

Captain Groennert began his 16 year career serving the communities of the Mascoutah Fire Department as Lieutenant and a Captain at the Monarch Fire Protection District.

Visitation will be held Friday, October 21, 2011 from 4:00 pm to 8:00pm. There will be a firefighter walk through at 7:45pm at the Moll Funeral Home located at 34 West Main Mascoutah, IL 62258. Funeral Services will be Saturday, October 22, 2011 at the Moll Funeral Home from 7:30 am to 9am for visitation. The Procession will follow to the Holy Childhood Catholic Church located at 419 East Church St Mascoutah IL, 62258 for a 9:30 Mass. Interment to follow at the Holy Childhood of Jesus Cemetery located at 317 North County Rd Mascoutah IL 62258.

Honor Guard for vigil is requested for Friday. Contact Monarch House 1 Captain at 636-532-0098 or Andy Stecko 636-368-6123. Agencies willing to participate in the procession contact Assistant Chief Crews at 314-581-2201.

The Hailey and Payton Groennert Educational fund has been established at Scott Credit Union 1248 West Main St Mascoutah IL 62258. For any additional questions contact the Assistant Chief Crews at 314-581-2201. Additional information can be obtained from Missouri Fire Service Funeral Assistance Team website at www.mofirefuneral.org

Baptized with the sacraments of Holy Mother Church on Wednesday, October 12, 2011. Loving father of Gina (Kevin Ferder) Johler, John E. Finch II, and Deronda Griesennauer; dear stepfather of April and Jacob; dear brother of Charlie (Thi Tan) Finch, and Ruby Newcomb. Jack was also a loving grandfather, great-grandfather, godfather, uncle, cousin and friend to many. He is also survived by his dear friend Brian Flemming. Jack is preceded in death by his stepson, Ronnie; and sisters, Thelma, Dorothy, Judy, Velma and Mickey.

Jack served in the United States Navy during WWII. He served as former director of Pattonville and Bridgeton Terrace Fire District and retired from Atlas Truck Sales.

Services: The family is being served by The Baue Funeral and Memorial Center, 3950 West Clay Street, St. Charles, MO where visitation will be held Saturday, October 15, 2011 from 1:30-4:30 PM with a funeral service following at 4:30 PM.

Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or BackStoppers. Share your condolences at baue.com

40-year veteran of the St. Louis Fire Department, passed away on Wednesday, October 12, 2011.

Services: A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, October 17th at 10 a.m., at St. Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Church , 6303 Nottingham Avenue. Luncheon and reception will follow immediately at the Firefighters Hall, 4271 Delor. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his name to the Missouri Children's Burn Camp: http://brsg.org/wp/donate/

Captain Karch was a highly decorated member of the Department, serving in some of the busiest houses throughout the city, as well as the airport squad. He joined the Department at the age of 21. He was cited for Bravery and Meritorious Service on numerous occasions, and was twice named Firefighter of the Year by local civic groups. His son Justin followed in his footsteps and is a 14-year veteran of the St. Louis Fire Department. Ed was an avid outdoorsman and retired to his country estate in Vienna, MO in 2001 to pursue his interes ts in fishing and hunting.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 40 years, Mary, and his 3 children, John, Justin and Jenna as well as his six above-average grandchildren.

Baptized into the hope of Christ's resurrection, Monday, October 10, 2011. Husband of the late Bette A. Laws. Dear father of Daniel (Patricia) Laws and Debbie (Tom) Jones. Beloved grandfather of Adam Roe and Marybeth Roe; son of the late Leroy and Corena Laws; brother of Jack (Rosemary) Laws and the late Dorothy (Joseph) Caruso and Robert Laws. Dear uncle and friend to many. Services: Funeral from the SCHRADER Funeral Home and Crematory, 14960 Manchester Road at Holloway, Ballwin, Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to St. Alban Roe Catholic Church, Wildwood for 10:00 a.m. Mass. Interment Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to American Cancer Society or Stray Rescue of St. Louis. Visita tion Friday 4-8 p.m. Friends may sign the family's on-line guestbook at Schrader.com

Entered into rest, Sat. Oct. 8, 2011. Dear husband of the late Charlotte Kraft (nee Wittich); dear brother of the late Hazel Redmond and Robert Kraft; dear uncle of Janet Sanders and great-uncle of Laura, Jennifer and Daniel; our dear uncle, greatuncle, great-great-uncle, cousin and friend to many.

Fred was a retired Sergeant of the City of St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, a member of Police Post #187, Police Relief Assoc., Police Funeral Assoc., Retired Police Officers Assoc., Retired Army Major, served on the Florissant Fire Protection Board and 50 year resident of Florissant.

Sevices: Funeral Tuesday, October 11, 10 a.m. at BUCHHOLZ VALLEY OF FLOWERS Mortuary, 619 Rue St. Francois St. (Florissant). Interment National Cemetery at Jefferson Barracks. Donations in Fred's memory may be made to Backstoppers. Online guestbook at buchholzmortuary.com VISITATION Monday, October 10, 3-8 p.m.

It is with deep regret that the Creve Coeur Fire Protection District and North Jefferson County Ambulance District announces the death of Firefighter-Paramedic Chris L. Ziegelmeyer.

Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church, Monday, Sept. 26, 2011. Beloved husband of Rose C. Murphy (nee Stenger); dear father of Rev. Michael Murphy, Patrick T. (Brenda), Mary (Mark) Belgeri, Eileen Pieri, Josie (Rich) Roetemeyer and the late Michelle Murphy; dear grandfather of Kelly (Jim) Klosowski, John Belgeri, Katie (Mike Kearbey) Pieri, Annie Belgeri, Matt Pieri, Mikey Pieri and Michaela Murphy; dear greatgrandfather of Jack Klosowski; dear brother of Sister Mary Anne Murphy F.S.M.; our dear brotherin-law, uncle, great-uncle, cousin and friend.

Services: Funeral from KUTIS AFFTON Chapel, 10151 Gravois, Thursday, September 29, 10 a.m. to St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church for 10:30 a.m. Mass. Interment J.B. National Cemetery.

Mr. Murphy was a retired Deacon for St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church and served as Chaplain for the Shrewsbury Police and Fire Departments. In lieu of flowers, contributions to St. Michael Endowment Fund or Backstoppers appreciated.

Visitation Wednesday, 3-8 p.m.

Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church, passed away peacefully on Tues., Sept. 13, 2011 at the age of 79. Beloved husband of the late Virginia B. Gebhardt and dear father of Glenn and Brett.

Mr. Gebhardt was a Mehlville High School graduate and a Korean War Veteran, serving in the United States Army. Starting as a volunteer firefighter with Mehlville, Harry Fritz served 36 years with the Clayton Fire Department. He will be missed very much by family and friends.

Services: Service Mon., Sept. 19, 10am at COLLIER'S Funeral Home, 3400 N. Lindbergh Blvd. (St. Ann). Interment Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. Visitation Sun., 4-8pm. www.colliersfuneralhome.com

At age 78, passed away September 3, 2011. Beloved husband of Lois (Owens); Cherished father of Keith (Patricia) Chatfield, Cathy (Brad) Pope, Greg Chatfield and Pamela Chatfield; Dear grandfather of Kristina (Alan) Cross, Amanda and Justine Pope, and Nicole Chatfield; Great-grandfather of Ryan Cory and Calvin Cross.

Retired in 1995 as Missouri State Fire Marshal. Served in State of Missouri House of Representatives and worked for the St. Louis Labor Council AFL-CIO. He was a Retired St. Louis City Firefighter, member of the Clowns Athletic Club and U.S. Army veteran, Korea.

Services: Visitation on Sun., Sept. 11 from 4 È 8 pm and Funeral on Mon., Sept. 12 at 10 a.m. at JOHN L. ZIEGENHEIN & SONS South County, 4830 Lemay Ferry Road, St. Louis, MO 63129. Burial at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery.

Mr. Gold passed away peacefully at home with his family around him after a long heroic battle with cancer.

Jon was originally from Bloomfield CT, predeceased by his parents Harold and Sylvia (Gladstein) Gold. Jon attended Boston University and completed his medical degree at the University of Oklahoma. He then pursued neurosurgery completing his residency at St. Louis University, and then practicing with North County Neurosurgery for 30+ years. He and his wife then retired to Cape Cod in 2007. During his college days in Boston he was a volunteer fireman and then became involved in the St. Louis Fire department as a medical officer. He remained active with the fire service for many years. Once on Cape Cod, his volunteer service continued with the Coast Guard Auxiliary with the Nauset Flotilla 11-6, achieving many awards for service, outstanding new member 2009, as well as completing the requirements for Boat Crew, Vessel Examiner and becoming a Communication Watchstander. His watchstanding was done with United States Coast Guard Station Provincetown which was his proudest achievement. He had the highest regard for all those serving. People who knew Jon will miss his sense of humor, generosity, love for his family and friends and the love of his cat Jazz.

Jon is survived by his wife Evelyn (Vierling), sons Geoffrey Gold of Portland OR, Richard Gold (April); grandsons Joshua and Jacob of Chicago IL, Sean Gold of Brewster MA, a step son Matthew Vierling of St. Louis; daughters Emily Gold Altomare (Angelo) of Falmouth, MA; Jodi Gold Gibney; granddaughters Kianna and Kylie of St. Louis and step daughter Christine Vierling of Indianapolis, IN. Jon also leaves a sister Carolyn Levine, husband Robert, of West Hartford CT, nephew Michael Levine of Brockton MA and niece Debbie Kurzman (Andy) of West Hartford. as well as, great nieces and nephews.

Services: His memorial visitation will be held on Sunday, August 28, 2011 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the Nickerson Funeral Home, 77 Eldredge Park Way, Orleans, MA. His service will be private.

In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate donations to an animal shelter of your choice, to the Nauset Coast Guard Auxiliary, or to the Mugar Davenport Cancer Center at Cape Cod Hospital. For online condolences and directions, please visit www.nickersonfunerals.com

Mon., August 15, 2011. Beloved husband of 59 years to Betty Brockmeier (nee Droste); loving father of Bob (Patty) Brockmeier, Mary (Rick) Sanders, Linda (Kevin) Simpson, Jackie (Ed) Everding and the late Barb (surviving Mike) Smith; dear grandfather of 12 and great-grandfather of 3. Thanks to the great hospice nurses and to Mitch, you were a great help.

Services: Funeral from KUTIS AFFTON Chapel, 10151 Gravois, Thursday, August 18, 11:30 a.m. Interment National Cemetery. Mr. Brockmeier was retired from the St. Louis City Fire Department. Visitation Wednesday, 4-9 p.m.

It is with sadness that the Northeast Ambulance and Fire Protection District announces the death of retired member John 'Jack' Irwin.

Jack served the District from May, 1987 to June 2007. Jack proudly served this District for 20 years and retired at the rank of Firefighter/EMT.

Memorial services will be held 0830 Tuesday August 16, 2011 at Grant Shelter, Jefferson Barracks Park, 345 North Road St. Louis, Mo.

Burial will follow at 1000 hours at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, 2900 Sheridan Road, St. Louis, Missouri. Fire Department and Military Honors will be provided.

Fortified with the sacraments of Holy Mother Church, passed on from this earthly life on Wednesday, August 10, 2011, in St. Louis, MO, surrounded by family. He was born a leap year baby on February 29, 1940, in St. Louis, the son of Sophia and John Poluski (stepfather) and Felix Bladdick.

Ray was known for his antics and athletics while attending St. Louis Public Schools. He graduated from O'Fallon Tech High School in 1959. He married Joann Pohl on June 8, 1959. Together they raised nine children and celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in 2009 with friends and family. Ray's vocation was firefighting. This was not a job for him, but a calling. Ray retired from the Kirkwood Fire Department in 1998 as a Captain. After retiring, he and Joann moved to Mountain Home, AR, to pursue his other passion: fishing. While in Mountain Home, he was an active member of St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church. He was often found volunteering with the Knights of Columbus, St. Vincent de Paul, the Salvation Army or modeling in the Council of Catholic Women's fashion show. -- of course, in drag. Shenanigans like this often had Fr. Wood commenting that he was going to give him another punch of the purgatory card. An ideal day for Ray was reading the paper, catching crappie, doing his crossword puzzle, picking his tomatoes, spending time with his grandchildren, and listening or watching a Cardinals game. When his health took a turn for the worse, he and Joann returned to St. Louis in 2008 to be near family.

Ray will always be remembered for his quick wit, crazy antics, and twisted sense of humor which many of his children and grandchildren have inherited.

Survivors include his wife, Joann, his sons, Dale (Kim), Steve (Lori), Jerry (Mark Bolton), and Tom all of St. Louis; Jeff (Shelly) of Springdale, AR; and Dan (Meredith) of Atlanta, GA; and his daughters, Theresa (David) Nikolaus, Kathy (Dave) Bruno, and Patti (Jim) Crosswhite, and his siblings John, Mary, and his beloved sister, Myra Theresa, and cousins Midge and Lenora. Surviving grandchildren include Aaron, Ryan, Heather, Holly, Eric, Ally, Stephanie, Patrick, Sarah, Jacob, Jacquelyn, Hunter, Andrew, Jordan, Quinton, Amy, Erica and his adored Sophia Rose. Surviving great grand- children include Layla, Aidan, and Alyssa. He was preceded in death by his father, mother, stepfather, and infant granddaughter Faith. Ray touched the lives of many people with his generosity and maintained his trademark sense of humor all the way to the end.

Services: Visitation will be held Sunday, August 14 from 3-9 p.m. at KUTIS SOUTH COUNTY. Funeral from KUTIS SOUTH COUNTY, 5255 Lemay Ferry Rd. (at Butler Hill), Monday, August 15, at 9:15 a.m. to St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church for 10 a.m. Mass. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations can be made to the St. Louis County Fire Academy/Ray Bladdick Scholarship for the education of future fire fighters. Donations can be sent to the St. Louis County Fire Academy, 1266 Sutter Avenue, Wellston, MO, 63133. Attention: Betty Stoecklin

Tues., Aug. 2, 2011. Beloved husband of Sandra S. Rolfes (nee Forrest); dear father of Andrea (Mark) Ellefsen and Stephanie Rolfes; dear grandfather of Drew and Paige Ellefsen; dear son of Louise and the late Jerome Rolfes; dear brother of John Rolfes, Laurie Main and Mary Jo Becker; our dear brotherin-law, uncle, great-uncle, nephew, cousin and friend.

Services: Funeral from KUTIS SOUTH COUNTY CHAPEL, 5255 Lemay Ferry Rd. (at Butler Hill), Thurs., Aug. 4, 12 noon. Interment Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery.

Member of I.A.F.F. and a retired Firefighter.

Contributions to the American Cancer Society appreciated. Visitation Thurs., 9am until service at 12 noon.

Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church, Friday, July 29, 2011. Beloved husband of Marion R. Senters (nee Rolver); dear father of Nancy (Steve) Plodzien, Joyce (Randy) Ferrell, Helen (Jim) Tyler and William (Debbie) Senters; dear grandfather of Steven (Kelly) Plodzien, Gregory Plodzien, Nicole (Donnie) Dwyer, Chad (Jennifer) Senters, Kimberly (John) Armstrong, Andrew Senters, Ashley Senters, Jesse and Ian Tyler; dear great-grandfather of Brianna Plodzien; dear son of the late Cyril (Gertrude) Senters and Lucille (Russell) Dugan; dear brother of David (Joyce) Senters, Lolah Pease, Beth Fischer and the late Ronald Senters; our dear uncle, great-uncle, cousin and friend to many.

Leroy retired as a Captain at the St. Louis City Fire Department with 35 years of service. Leroy was a WWII Naval veteran. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

In lieu of flowers, contributions appreciated to the Alzheimer's Association or BackStoppers.

Services: Funeral from KUTIS AFFTON Chapel, 10151 Gravois, Monday, August 1 , 10:15 a.m. to St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church for 11 a.m. Mass. Interment Calvary Cemetery. Visitation Sunday, 2-9 p.m.

Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church - Monday, July 18, 2011. Devoted husband of 52 years to his wife Judy O'Hare (Kaufmann); loving father to Mike O'Hare, Sharon Silver (Greg), Kathleen Rieker (Rich); adoring grandfather to Jacob and Michael Rieker, Andrew, Amy, Kristine and Katie Silver; dear brother of Mary Weiss; brother-in-law, uncle and friend to many. He is preceded in death by his mom and dad, Joseph and Bernice O'Hare and his sister, Pat Christman.

Joe was a retired 3rd generation Fire Captain of the St. Louis City Fire Department. He will be in our hearts always and sadly missed by all.

Services: Kutis Affton Funeral Home, 10151 Gravois, Visitation Thursday, July 21 from 4-8 p.m. A memorial mass will be celebrated at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 4556 Telegraph Road, Oakville, MO 61329 on Friday, July 22 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials to BackStoppers preferred. www.backstoppers.org.

Sun., July 17, 2011. Beloved husband of the late Loraine E. Hatchard (nee Riess), 2002; dearest father of Gary (Reita) Hatchard; dear brother-inlaw of Lois Fritsch and friend to many.

Mr. Hatchard was a retired 38 year City of St. Louis Fire Department Battalion Chief and a member of St. Stephens Evangelical Church, U.C.C.

Services: Funeral Service in the Chapel of CALVIN FEUTZ Funeral Home, 9480 Lewis & Clark Blvd., (Hwy 367), 1pm Wednesday. All Services will conclude at this time. VISITATION TUESDAY AFTER 3PM UNTIL 8PM.

Asleep in Jesus Thurs., June 23, 2011. Beloved husband of Jennifer K. Grimes (nee Roam); beloved son of Joseph and Mary Grimes; dear brother of Craig (Nicole) Grimes; dearest son-in-law of Danny (Linda) Roam and Jeanette (Joel) Bauer; dear brother-in-law of Jeffrey and Joseph Bauer; dear uncle of Sara, Abby, Emily and Adam Grimes, Nicholas and Julie Bauer; our dear nephew, cousin and friend of many.

Captain Grimes was a member of the Fenton Fire Protection District for 20 years. He will be missed.

Services: Funeral from KUTIS AFFTON CHAPEL, 10151 Gravois, Mon., June 27, 10 a.m. Interment Sunset Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to Backstoppers or the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society appreciated. Visitation Sun., 1-9 p.m.

It is with sorrow that the Clayton Fire Department announces the death of Retired Captain James J. “Jim” Hartnett.

Jim served the Clayton Fire Department for 40 years.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30AM Tuesday June 14th, 2011 at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. The family has requested the presence of uniformed members in tribute to the service Captain Hartnett has provided.

Uniformed members should gather at the Jefferson Barracks administrative building no later than 10:00AM.

Military and Fire Service honors will be provided.

Memorials in his memory to St. Johns Mercy Hospice.

Inquiries can be made to Brian Zinanni 314-973-0685

Baptized into the hope of Christ's Resurrection, Monday, May 30, 2011. Beloved father of Kailan and Jacob Miller; dear friend of Lori Miller; dear son of Paul (Janice) and the late Margaret Miller; dear grandson of Melba Probst; dear brother of Paul (Jeanne) Miller Jr., Kevin Miller, Kimberly (Tony) Abel and Lisa (Gabriel) Fox; dear uncle of Robbie Mattingly, Brittany and Trent Miller, Danielle Miller, Chase and Margaret Abel, Connor Archer, Seth and Isaiah Fox; loving boyfriend of Tracie Thompson; dear uncle, cousin and friend.

Tim was a member of I.A.F.F.

Services: Funeral from KUTIS AFFTON Chapel, 10151 Gravois, Thursday, June 2, 9:15 a.m. to St. Gabrielle the Archangel Catholic Church for 10 a.m. Mass. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions appreciated to Timothy Miller's Childrens' Fund, c/o St. Louis Firefighter's Credit Union. Visitation Wednesday, 4-9 p.m.

It is with deep regret that the Crestwood Fire Department announces the death of Retired Firefighter Paramedic Christina Scarpinato (41). Christina died tragically on May 28, 2011. Firefighter Paramedic Scarpinato was hired on May 24, 2000 and retired on January 13, 2010. Firefighter Paramedic Scarpinato also dedicated her time and is a retired member of Local 2665. She will be dearly missed.

Saturday, May 21, 2011. Beloved husband of Dorothy Althoff (nee Dudenhoeffer) for 58 years; devoted son of the late Henry and Pauline Althoff; loving father of Orville (Suzy) Althoff, Danny and Jim (Vicki) Althoff, Kathy (Kurt) Joslin, Laura (Steve) Leslie, Tina (Mike) McDonald and Joe (Jenny) Althoff; cherished grandfather of 23, and greatgrandfather of 14; dear brother of Rev. Arthur Althoff; our dear brother-in-law, uncle, cousin and friend to many.

Orville was a former fire chief and a current board member of the Fenton Fire Dist., a member of St. Paul's Men's Club and a local business owner.

Memorials to St. Paul Catholic Church. Services: Funeral Wednesday, May 25, 9:30 a.m. from JAY B. SMITH FENTON CHAPEL, 777 Oakwood Dr., to St. Paul Catholic Church for a 10 a.m. Mass. Interment Chapel Hill Cemetery. Visitation Tuesday, 4 to 8 p.m. Tributes at jaybsmith.com

on Wednesday, May 4, 2011. Loving husband of Rosemary Schaefer (nee Mueller) for 66 years; dear father of Suzanne (Charles) Faletti, Christopher (Karen) Schaefer, Mark (Jan) Schaefer and William (Lynn) Schaefer; beloved grandfather of 10, great-grandfather of 4; dear brother, brother-in-law, uncle, and friend. Mr. Schaefer was a U.S. Army veteran, having served his country in WWII. He also served the City of St. Louis as a firefighter. Services: Funeral from JOHN L. ZIEGENHEIN & SONS, 7027 Gravois, Monday, 10 a.m., Interment with full Military honors at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. VISITATION: Sunday 4-8 P.M.

Died April 19, 2011, at his home at age 84 surrounded by the love of family and friends. He is survived by his wife of 60 years Pat Quain and four sons Thomas Patrick, Matthew, Daniel and Christopher Quain, eight daughters, Annie, Ellen, Pegine (Bill Davis), Honor, Rose, Mary (Noah Nussbaum), Kitty (Will Jennings), Clare (Nick Vitale), 20 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and one expected greatgranchild. Mr. Quain was preceded in death by his son Timothy Quain, his parents, his eight brothers and their spouses. His life of service included WWII in Korea, St. Louis Police Department and the St. Louis Fire Department. He was a 60 year member of Local 1 Insulators, K of C, VFW and Marine Corp League. Services: Visitation will be at the home from 11am until 4pm on Wed., April 20 and also at St. John's Church, Imperial, MO at 10am. Followed by service on Thursday, April 21, burial at 1pm at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery.

At age 79, of Terre Du Lac, passed away March 15, 2011. Firefighter for Ferguson, MO for 34 years. Loving husband of Betty Brown; loving father of Barbara Line, Richard Brown, Robert (Barb) Brown, Kevin (Christy) Brown; 10 grandchildren; 1 greatgrandchild.

Services: In state: Thursday, March 17, 2011 5 PM È 8 PM C. Z. Boyer & Son Funeral Home, Bonne Terre. Service: March 18 at 10 AM, First Baptist Church, Bonne Terre. Burial: Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. Memorials: American Cancer Society

It is with deep sadness that the Northeast Ambulance and Fire Protection District announces the line of duty death of EMT Scherese M. Bishop. EMT Bishop, 37, responded to an emergency call on March 3, 2011 and suffered a medical emergency.

The funeral service has been set for 11 a.m. Friday at Friendly Temple Missionary Baptist Church, 5515 Martin Luther King Drive.

Visitation will be at the church from 9 a.m. until the time of the funeral. Burial will follow at Valhalla Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Eddie Randle & Sons Funeral Home.

Ms. Bishop, 37, died Friday (March 11, 2011) at Barnes-Jewish Hospital. She had collapsed March 3 while trying to resuscitate a man who had collapsed.

Survivors include her parents, Clarence and Maggie E. Bishop of St. Louis; a daughter, Sch'Erica, of St. Louis; a brother, Tony Bishop of St. Louis; and a half brother, Andre Tolson of St. Louis.

It is with heavy heart that we send this notice to inform everyone that Retired Captain Forest 'Ed' Dyer passed away on Saturday, March 5th, 2011.

Retired Captain Dyer entered the fire service with the Riverview Fire Protection District on November 1, 1969. He served the district as a firefighter, Engineer, Acting Captain and on July 7, 1993 was promoted to the rank of Captain where he served unitils his retirement on January 1, 1998.

He is survived by his wife Barbara and their children Deborah, Daniel, who currently serves as a firefighter with the Riverview Fire Protection District, Laura and his grand children and great grand children.

Retired Captain Dyer will be laid to rest on March 14, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. at Jefferson Barracks.

He will be greatly missed by his family and all who know him.

Baptized into the hope of Christ's resurrection, on Sunday, January 30, 2011. Dear husband of Edna Lynch (nee Knopfel); loving father of Edna Jane (Dennis) Turner, Christine (George) Bucher, Mary (Ronald) Roskowske, James W. (Judy) Lynch. Jr., and Rose Lynch; dear grandfather of 9, greatgrandfather of 6; dear brother of Adrienne (Jack) Steinke and Betty (James) Salih; preceded in death by his parents, James E. and Dorothy (nee Steigerwald) Lynch; a brother, Thomas J. Lynch; dear uncle, cousin and nephew to many.

Retired from Ameren (UE) after 46 years, a volunteer firefighter with the Gardenville Fire District for 20 years, a US Army veteran of the Korean War and a Sea Scout (Explorer Scouts).

In lieu of flowers, memorials to the American Heart Association , American Cancer Society , National Multiple Sclerosis Society, or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital would be appreciated.

Services: Funeral from JOHN L. ZIEGENHEIN & SONS 7027 Gravois, Monday 9:30 a.m. to St. George Catholic Church for Mass at 10 a.m. Interment with full military honors at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. Visitation Sunday 4-8 p.m.

Mon., Jan. 24, 2011. Beloved husband of the late Margaret H. Brandmeyer (nee Sand); dear father of Marilyn E. Weindel, Allan J. (Nancy) Brandmeyer Jr., and the late Margie H. Brandmeyer; dear grandfather of Sandra (Andy) Cannon and James (Annette) Weindel; dear great-grandfather of Jason, Nicholas, Jack, Taylor and Alexander; our dear uncle, great-uncle and friend. Services: Funeral from KUTIS AFFTON CHAPEL, 10151 Gravois, Thurs., Jan. 27, 10am. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. Member of The St. Louis Retired Professional Firefighters. Contribu tions to Backstoppers appreciated. Visitation Wed., 5-8pm.

Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church, Wed., Jan. 12, 2011. Beloved husband of Marilyn Pappageorge (nee Hanselman); loving father of Nicholas (Francine), Diana (Kim) Kuerz, Steven (Diane), Christine (Ralph) Pastorello, Robert D. (Erin) and James (DeAnn) Pappageorge; dearest grandfather of Joseph, Katherine, Michael, Kelly, Madeline, Rachel, Elizabeth, Abigail, Trevor, Nathan and Lauren; our dear brother-in-law, uncle, great-uncle, cousin and friend.

Services: Funeral from KUTIS CITY CHAPEL, 2906 Gravois, Tues., Jan. 18 at 9:15 a.m. to St. James the Greater Catholic Church for 10 a.m. Mass. Interment J. B. National Cemetery.

Retiree of St. Louis Fire Department after 30 years of service and WWII veteran. Masses or contributions to the Backstoppers appreciated. Visitation Mon., 3-8 p.m.

Passed away January 10, 2011, at the age of 90. He was born November 13, 1920 in St. Louis, Missouri, the son of the late Dominick and Rose Carapella of St. Louis. Beloved husband of Evelyn Puhse Brown Carapella; dearest father of Joseph (Linda) of Labadie, Missouri, Paul (Kathy) of Bloomington, Illinois, Phillip (Mary Kay) of O'Fallon, Missouri.

He enlisted in the Army November 27, 1942. He was in the 53rd Armored Engineer Battalion, 8th Armored Division. He earned three Battle Stars: Adrennes, Rhineland, and Central Europe. He was honorably discharged November 7, 1945. Peter worked as an iron worker for eight years, from 1946 to 1953, Local #396. Later, in 1953, he became a fireman and after 25 years of service, he retired as a Captain of the City of St. Louis Fire Department.

He is also survived by grandchildren, Jeff (Amy) Carapella of Ellisville, Missouri, Emily (Brandon) Shockley of O'Fallon, Missouri, Paula (Tommy) Wustrack of Fishers, Indiana, Anthony (Lauren) Carapella of Bloomington, Illinois, Kristin Carapella of Bloomington, Illinois, Sarah (Dan) Corrigan of O'Fallon, Missouri, Mike (Becky) Carapella of Ballwin, Missouri, Steve (Emily) Carapella of Lake St. Louis, Missouri; great-grandfather of 10; uncle and cousins; sister-in-law Ruth (Nick) Carapella and special friends, Dr. James (Ramona) Brown. He was preceded in death by three brothers, John (Pearl) Carapella, Mike (Anita) Carapella and Nick Carapella; two sisters, Frances Carapella and Ann Rushin.

Services: Funeral procession from HUTCHENS Mortuary, 675 Graham Rd., Florissant, 10:45 a.m. Friday, January 14 to Sacred Heart Catholic Church for 11:30 a.m. Mass. Visitation will be Thurs., 3-7 p.m. Interment Sacred Heart Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Heartland Home Health Care and Hospice, 12101 Woodcrest Executive Drive, St. Louis, Missouri 63141-5008. Online guestbook www.hutchensmortuary.

Baptized into the Hope of Christ's Resurrection on Monday, January 3, 2011. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy Caruso (nee Laws); dear father of John (the late Jacquetta) Caruso, Dianna (Kenneth) Schatz, Karen Lueck and Susan (Ronald) Fountain; our dear grandfather of 8, great-grandfather of 3, brother-in-law, uncle, cousin and dear friend to many. Joseph is a retired St. Louis Firefighter. Services: Funeral Wednesday 9:30 a.m. from JOHN L. ZIEGENHEIN & SONS, 7027 Gravois to Immaculate Heart of Mary Church for 10:00 a.m. Mass. Interment: National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Dream Factory would be appreciated. VISITATION: TUESDAY 4-8 P.M.