Area Obituaries

Michael William Lane, age 72, son of Harry Lane and Georgia (Curran) McBride, was born February 3, 1951, and departed this life on February 20, 2023, at his home. Michael is preceded in death by his father, Harry Lane; two brothers, Lonnie Dale Lane, and Rick Lane and wife, Wilda Lane; his grandparents; father and…

Judy Ann (Lyles) Tober, age 66, of Licking, passed away at her home, on February 21, 2023. Judy was born on August 18, 1956, in Beardstown, Ill., the daughter of Floyd and Mable (Russell) Lyles. Judy enjoyed gardening and watching movies. Her favorite pastime was spending time with her family and animals. Judy is survived…

August Eugene Newman of St. James, Mo., formerly of Goldsboro, Texas, passed away February 12, 2023, at the age of 83. August (Augie) is a veteran of the Vietnam War. He served honorably in both the Navy and Army, leaving service as a Private First Class. During his time in the Navy, he served on…

Norma Ruth (Patterson) Jackson, 89, of Licking, Mo., passed away peacefully February 17, 2023, at her home, after a brief illness. At the time of her passing, “Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing” was being played on the piano. She was born June 29, 1933, in Licking, Mo., the daughter of Ernest Carter Patterson and…

Mae “Babe” Elaine (Foss) Jett, age 88, daughter of Larry and May (Heil) Foss, was born February 28, 1934, in Chicago, Ill. She passed away February 11, 2023, at Texas County Memorial Hospital in Houston, Mo. Mae is preceded in death by her husband, Jesse Jett; parents; two sisters, Joy Williams and Lois Ice; Mother-in-law…

Allen James Long was born on May 9, 1966, to James J. Long and Mary Ann Hill in Chicago, Ill. He passed away on February 6, 2023, at the age of 56, in Licking, Mo. Allen had a love for animals. He also enjoyed being outdoors and taking daily walks. Allen is preceded in death…

Doyle Everett Smith, age 81, was born September 28, 1941, in Hartshorn, Mo., to James and Viola (Long) Smith. Doyle passed away February 1, 2023, in Mtn. Grove, Mo. Doyle married Joan Marie Smith (Mulitsch) on January 21, 1966, in St. Louis, Mo. He is preceded in death by his wife, Joan Smith; parents; and…

Ida Jean Ice was born on January 31, 1940, to Andy and Orba (Lewis) Ice. She passed away February 1, 2023, at the Texas County Memorial Hospital in Houston, Mo. Ida Jean is preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Lucille Hicks, Ruthene Cook, Patsy Ice and Connie Keeney; brothers, Dwayne Ice and Doyle Ice;…

  Kelli René Mullin was born on August 8, 1970, to mother, Linda Schafer and father, Charles “Chuck” Shanks, of Licking. She passed from this life on January 28, 2023, at the age of 52, in St. Joseph, Mich. She leaves to mourn her parents; spouse, Nicole; three siblings, Kerri (Dan) Hamel, of Belleville, Ill.,…

Bonnie Fay (Skiles) Bridgeman, age 74, was born February 3, 1948, in Licking, Mo., the daughter of Glen and Myrtle (Edwards) Skiles, and passed away January 30, 2023. Bonnie graduated from Licking High School with perfect attendance and later attended cosmetology school, where she earned her degree. Bonnie and Nylan were united in marriage on…