Nieburg-Vitt, Thiebes Funeral Home, 231 E. Union Street, Pacific, MO (2025)

11/18/2025

Benford A. Hanna

April 28, 1937 - November 13, 2025

Benford A. Hanna, 88, of Pacific, passed away on November 13, 2025. Mr. Hanna, son of the late William Hanna and Alma nee Wooley, was born on April 28, 1937, in Bagnell, MO. On August 18, 1956, he was united in marriage to Harriett Caldwell in St. Louis.

Mr. Hanna loved the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing, and he cherished time spent with his grandchildren. He was a proud member of the Laborers Local 42 for 57 years.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and wife, Harriett Hanna.

Among his survivors are his children, Brian Hanna and wife Diane of Robertsville and Robin Thayer and husband Ronald of Bellevue, NE; grandchildren, Ashley(Greg), Kaitlyn(Stephen), Logan(Trinity), Matthew(Kelsey), Amanda(Derek); five great-grandchildren, Kaden, Ryder, Elliana, Owen, and Marigold; loved ones and friends.

A visitation will be held on Friday, November 21, 2025 from 3-5 p.m. at Nieburg-Vitt, Thiebes Funeral Home in Pacific. Interment at Brush Creek Cemetery will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the family of Benford Hanna toward celebrations and activities for the residents at the Pacific Care Center Assisted Living.

09/18/2025

Berniece Weirich

January 7, 1929 - September 13, 2025

Berniece B. E. "Susie" Weirich, 96, of Robertsville, MO, passed away on September 13, 2025. Mrs. Weirich, daughter of the late Edward Fox and Daisy McDaniel, was born on January 7, 1929, in St. Louis. On September 28, 1957, she was united in marriage to Floyd Weirich at Calvey Baptist Church.

Berniece enjoyed cooking for her family, working in her garden and canning, and sewing clothes for her family. She was also very active at Calvey Baptist Church, serving as both the secretary and pianist, and taught Sunday School.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Floyd Weirich; and brother, Edward Fox Jr.

Among her survivors are her children, Jeanne Rochat and husband Ron of Gray Summit, Jeanette Applegate and husband Kevin of Pacific, and Rob Weirich and wife Diane of Albuquerque, NM; grandchildren, Katelyn Rochat, William Applegate, Jennifer Maher and husband Matthew, Beth Harrod and husband Drew, Abby Weirich, and Rachel Weirich; two sisters-in-law, and nieces and nephews.

A visitation will be held on Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 10-12 p.m. at Calvey Baptist Church, Robertsville, MO, with a funeral service beginning at 12 p.m. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Memorial donations can be made to Calvey Baptist Church or the Calvey Baptist Church Cemetery.

Arrangements in care of Nieburg-Vitt, Thiebes Funeral Home, Pacific.

07/24/2025

Lana L. Steele

July 31, 1945 - July 20, 2025

Lana L. Steele, 79, of Pacific, passed away on July 20, 2025. Mrs. Steele, daughter of the late Fannie Barnard, was born on July 31, 1945, in Springfield, MO. She received her education from Southwest State College in Springfield, MO. She was united in marriage to James Perry Steele.

Mrs. Steele loved spending time with her family, cherishing every moment and holding them close to her heart. She found great joy in sewing, often crafting special keepsakes for her loved ones, and delighted in preparing delicious meals for gatherings. Shopping excursions brought her happiness, and she was always eager to eat cheesecake and pumpkin pie, savoring the sweetness of each treat as much as the company with whom she shared them.

She was preceded in death by her parents and husband James Perry Steele.

Among her survivors are two children, Chad Steele and wife Shelby of Pacific and Lisa Chrisco of Pacific; grandchildren, Blake Steele of Washington, Jacob Chrisco of Pacific, and Ryan Chrisco and wife Katie of Robertsville; loved ones and friends.

A visitation will be held on Monday, July 28, 2025, from 4-7 p.m. at Nieburg-Vitt, Thiebes Funeral Home, with a funeral service beginning at 7 p.m. Memorial donations can be made to the Alzheimers Association.

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Pacific, MO
63069

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