Dawn M. Capstick Obituary: 56-Year-Old Woman Fatally Shot at Festus Home as Husband Faces First-Degree Murder Charges
The Festus community in Jefferson County, Missouri, is mourning the death of 56-year-old Dawn M. Capstick, who was found fatally shot inside her home on Thursday morning, November 5, 2026. Her husband, 55-year-old Todd Michael Capstick, has been charged in connection with her death.
According to the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were dispatched at approximately 9 a.m. to a residence in the 3100 block of Highway 61, in the R-7 area south of Festus, after receiving a request to check on Dawn’s well-being.
When deputies arrived at approximately 9:15 a.m., they discovered Dawn inside a bedroom with what appeared to be multiple gunshot wounds. A deputy immediately began lifesaving efforts, but Dawn was pronounced dead at the scene.
What began as a welfare check subsequently became a homicide investigation. Authorities later charged Todd Michael Capstick with first-degree murder and armed criminal action in connection with his wife’s death.
The case has brought shock and sadness to the surrounding community as loved ones and others come to terms with the loss. The charges mark allegations, and the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.
As the investigation and legal proceedings continue, thoughts are with Dawn’s family, friends, and everyone affected by this tragedy. May her memory be treated with dignity.
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