Eaton Funeral Home

Eaton Funeral Home The history of the Eaton Funeral Home dates back to 1898 when J.T. Williams began the undertaking business in Sullivan.

He operated the undertaking business in several locations before moving it to his home at 347 North Clark. There have been three major remodeling programs since 1948. The first in 1949 when the original building was remodeled to accommodate a new chapel, embalming facilities and selection room. In 1962, an attractive addition was constructed on the north side of the building. In 1992, major renovations were done to the interior with enhanced decor and the addition of new state-of-the-art embalming facilities and handicap accessibility. Harrison Eaton operated the firm until his death in 1989. His son, Jim, and his wife, Mary Ann, continued to own and operate the funeral home until their retirement in 2016. For nearly 60 years, the Eaton family tended to the needs of bereaved families in a caring and professional manner. The funeral home was purchased from Jim and Mary Ann Eaton this past fall 2016 by the Toews (pronounced "Taves") family. Travis and Shanna along with their young family, and Travis’ parents, Leroy & Sharon, continue a heritage of family service to the area families of Sullivan, Bourbon, and surrounding communities. The business is nearing its 120th year of operation. During this span of time, ownership of the funeral home has been with just three families, the Williams, Eatons, and now the Toews family. The Eaton Funeral Home today is an integral part of the community's history.

Ervin F. Dierking, 88, of Sullivan, Missouri, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, March 30, 2026.Ervin was bor...
04/02/2026

Ervin F. Dierking, 88, of Sullivan, Missouri, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, March 30, 2026.

Ervin was born on February 16, 1938, in Strain Japan, Missouri, to the late George Dierking and Elise (Schebaum) Dierking. He grew up in the Japan area and later graduated from Sulliva...

Verna Schmidt, 92 of Sullivan passed away Tuesday, March 31, 2026.Verna May Dace was born on June 13, 1933, in Anthonies...
03/31/2026

Verna Schmidt, 92 of Sullivan passed away Tuesday, March 31, 2026.

Verna May Dace was born on June 13, 1933, in Anthonies Mill, Missouri, the second of four children born to Tracy Lawrence and Deveda M. (Greenlee) Dace. Her arrival into the world was memorable, as she was born during a rains...

Ann Louise Dace, R.N., 77, of Sullivan, Missouri, passed away on Friday, March 27, 2026 at Missouri Baptist Sullivan Hos...
03/30/2026

Ann Louise Dace, R.N., 77, of Sullivan, Missouri, passed away on Friday, March 27, 2026 at Missouri Baptist Sullivan Hospital surrounded by her family.

She was born on September 26, 1948, in Lebanon, Pennsylvania, and grew up there before her family moved to Sullivan in 1963, when she was 15...

Jerry Don Blankenship, 77, of Sullivan, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, surrounded by his...
03/28/2026

Jerry Don Blankenship, 77, of Sullivan, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, surrounded by his family at Missouri Baptist Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri.

Jerry was born on April 12, 1948 in Ripley, Tennessee to Elbert “Speedy” and Carol (Potter) Blankenship. He was...

Maryanna (Parato) Cooke, at the age of 90, entered the gates of heaven on March 22, 2026.Maryanna was born on October 28...
03/25/2026

Maryanna (Parato) Cooke, at the age of 90, entered the gates of heaven on March 22, 2026.

Maryanna was born on October 28, 1935, in St. Louis, MO, at St. Mary’s hospital. She married William James Cooke Jr. on June 12, 1954, who precedes her and has been waiting lovingly for her with open ar...

Emma C. Murphy, age 95, of Bourbon, passed away peacefully on March 20, 2026 at Oak Pointe in Rolla, Missouri.Emma Carol...
03/25/2026

Emma C. Murphy, age 95, of Bourbon, passed away peacefully on March 20, 2026 at Oak Pointe in Rolla, Missouri.

Emma Caroline Murphy was born on June 4, 1930, in Bourbon, Missouri, to the late Royal and Dorthea (Kruse) Cartwright. Emma was raised in Bourbon, where she attended school and was ...

Myrna Darlene Johnson, 88, formerly of Sullivan, MO and a beacon of warmth and dedication, passed away peacefully at her...
03/18/2026

Myrna Darlene Johnson, 88, formerly of Sullivan, MO and a beacon of warmth and dedication, passed away peacefully at her home in Eureka, MO, on Tuesday, March 17, 2026. Myrna was born on November 27, 1937, in Evansville, IN, to Harold and Florence (Scales) Erdman. Just a few weeks after graduating f...

Roger D. Paul, 71, of Arnold, Missouri, passed away peacefully on March 16, 2026, at SSM St. Clare Hospital in Fenton.Ro...
03/18/2026

Roger D. Paul, 71, of Arnold, Missouri, passed away peacefully on March 16, 2026, at SSM St. Clare Hospital in Fenton.

Roger Dean was born on January 18, 1955, in Sullivan, Missouri, to the late Calvin and Mable (Bailey) Paul. He grew up in Sullivan, where he attended school and graduated fr...

Ronnie Lynn Roberts, 87, of Sullivan, MO, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 13, 2026, at Mercy Hospital in Washing...
03/16/2026

Ronnie Lynn Roberts, 87, of Sullivan, MO, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 13, 2026, at Mercy Hospital in Washington, MO. Born on December 29, 1938, in Marquand, MO, to John Damron and Jessie (Hardy) Roberts, Ronnie's life was a testament to hard work, dedication, and the unwavering love he h...

Zella Marie Sweeney, 87, of Bourbon, MO, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, March 10, 2026. Born on Septembe...
03/13/2026

Zella Marie Sweeney, 87, of Bourbon, MO, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, March 10, 2026.

Born on September 19, 1938, in Redford, MO, to Arthur and Golda (Dinkins) Pyrtle, Zella grew up in the neighboring town of Centerville, MO, where she attended local schools and graduated ...

Charles David Renick, 75 of Sullivan, MO passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at Mercy Heart and Vascular Hospital, St. Lo...
03/05/2026

Charles David Renick, 75 of Sullivan, MO passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at Mercy Heart and Vascular Hospital, St. Louis, MO with his family by his side.

“Dave” as he was known, was born on May 13, 1950 in Sullivan, MO to the late Charles Albert and Lois Dean (Spindler) Renick. He was rai...

Helen L. Padgitt, 91, of Bourbon, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at Missouri Baptist ...
03/04/2026

Helen L. Padgitt, 91, of Bourbon, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at Missouri Baptist Sullivan Hospital.

Helen was born on February 2, 1935, in St. Louis, Missouri, to the late Adam and Hilda (Mundmueller) Lindner. She grew up in South St. Louis and graduate...

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347 N Clark Street
Sullivan, MO
63080

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9am - 4:30pm
Friday 9am - 4:30pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm

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+15734684147

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