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William J. “Bill” Billeaud, Sr., age 88, passed away peacefully in the early hours of Monday, February 17, 2025.

September 30, 1938 - February 21, 2025

Beloved husband of the late Pauline A. Ponder (nee Russo) and dear father of Mark (Renee) Ponder and David (Angela) Ponder. Visitation at the Ortmann Stipanovich Funeral Home, Tues., March 18 from 4-8 p.m. Funeral Mass at St. Monica Church…

Beloved husband for 58 years (& together for 66) of Carolyn Wheeler (nee Valdes); loving father of Laura (Rhett) Owen; dear son of the late Earl and Helen Wheeler; dear brother of the late Thomas (surviving Cathryn) Wheeler; dear uncle…

Born in Rich Fountain MO, 3/4/35, to Hubert & Clara Reinkemeyer. Beloved husband of Patricia Renner Reinkemeyer, deceased. Died at home, Reno NV, 1/30/25, age 89.

Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church, Friday February 21, 2025.

Robert “Bob” Schultz, native St. Louisan passed away on Thursday, the 27th of February 2025, at the age of 74.

(Nee: Ebert) 86, Passed peacefully in the presence of family, Friday Feb. 21, 2025. Daughter of the late Clarence and Claudia Ebert. Beloved Wife of the late Thomas F. Stumpf. Mother of: Cindi (Stumpf) Million (Bill), Tim Stumpf, Jerry Stumpf…

In Loving Memory

William J. "Bill" Billeaud, Sr., age 88, passed away peacefully in the early hours of Monday, February 17, 2025.

"Our hearts go out to their loved ones during this imaginable loss," St. Louis Police Capt. Christi Marks said. "Everyone's heart is broken when our society's most innocent loses a life."

The St. Louis County Police Department is asking for those with tips or information about the incident to call investigators at 636-529-8210. To remain anonymous or potentially receive a reward, contact CrimeStoppers at 1-866-371-TIPS (8477).

A since-repealed ordinance intended to create a buffer between anti-abortion activists and those seeking reproductive care.

Louvenia Jenkins, who grew up in East St. Louis, was one of the first Black homeowners in Pacific Palisades. She lived in that house for 57 years. Until Jan. 7.

Edgar, 78, a moderate Republican who was raised in Coles County, served two terms as governor from 1991 to 1999.

Rodney Jetton was hired to help embattled House Speaker Dean Plocher navigate a scandal.

Williamson, Jr., Frank S. — St. Louis, MO

Frank S. Williamson Jr., a devoted husband, father, grandfather, educator, and beloved community member, passed away on February 25, 2025, at the age of 98 in Emporia, KS.

Ken'vonte Bownes, 21, was charged with robbery and armed criminal action in St. Louis County. He was booked into jail early Thursday and was in custody on a $200,000 bond.

Bridgeton police Chief Mark Mossotti said officers were called about 6 p.m. Thursday for an assault at the gas station at 12218 St. Charles Rock Road.