Obituaries from July 2024

Clyde Helton, 80 , of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, died Saturday, June 29. 2024, in Cape Girardeau, Missouri.

Douglas White Sr., 92, of Weldon Spring, Missouri, formerly of Piedmont, died Saturday, June 29, 2024, in O’Fallon, Missouri. Visitation is at 11 a.m., Wednesday, July 3, at Ruegg Funeral Home, Piedmont Chapel. Funeral following at 1 p.m., also in the Piedmont Chapel. Burial is in Masonic Cemetery with full military honors...

Wilma Faye Piroli, 92, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away Monday, July 1, 2024, at her home. Wilma was born May 6, 1932, to Lloyd and Mable (Haynes) Mayes in Harviell, Missouri. She married Dante Piroli Oct. 13, 1951, in California. Wilma was of the Catholic faith. ...

Patrick Edward Kinsey, 72, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away Saturday, June 22, 2024 in his home surrounded by his loving family. Patrick was born March 11, 1952, in Denver, Colorado, to Wilson Kinsey and Betty (Merrick) Kinsey. He was a longtime resident of Poplar Bluff. ...

James “Eddie” Wooldridge, a loving husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully June 30, 2024, in Olathe, Kansas, at the age of 88. Born Aug. 12, 1935, in Lafe, Arkansas, to James William and Lola Mae (Dortch) Wooldridge, Eddie grew up to embody the adventurous spirit and caring heart that would define his life...

Georgia Lee Risener, 96, of Festus, Missouri, passed away July 6, 2024 in St. Louis, Missouri. She was born Oct. 7, 1927 in Ellsinore, Missouri, daughter of the late John Van Dyke and Missouri Van Dyke (Moss). Georgia worked as a Beautician/Cosmetologist for Georgia’s Beauty Shop. In her free time, she enjoyed embroidery, sewing, caring for her flowers, and working in the yard...

Vincent Friedrich, 93, of Oak Ridge, Missouri, passed away peacefully Monday, July 8, 2024, at his home, with his family at his side. Vince was born Jan. 20, 1931, near Advance, Missouri, to the late Charley and Agnes (Barker) Friedrich. Vince and his family later moved to Jackson, where he attended St. Paul Lutheran School. After moving to Oak Ridge, Vince and his dad engaged in farming and raising livestock, especially beef cattle and hogs...

Martha Ann Wilson, 82, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, died Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center, in Poplar Bluff. Mrs. Wilson was born Nov. 27, 1941 in Ash Hill, Missouri, daughter of the late Robert and Ethel Brown (née Thomas)...

Alvern Potillo, 94, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri died Wednesday, July 10, 2024 in Poplar Bluff.

Alvern Byford Potillo, 94, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri died Wednesday, July 10, 2024, from complications of dementia/Alzheimer’s disease at The Manor nursing home in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, where he had been residing since March 5, 2024. Alvern was born April 29, 1930 in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, is a veteran and was drafted into the military in 1951 and served honorably in the Army for one term; afterward he started learning the brick mason trade from experts like Fred Birdsong and eventually went into business for himself and continued in his brick mason business for many years mainly in Poplar Bluff and surrounding areas. ...

Frankie Jane Thomason, 77, of Campbell died Thursday, July 11, 2024, at her residence.

Neda Charlene (Lewis) Bowman, 74, of Campbell, died Sunday, July 7, 2024 at her residence.

Richard Dennis Gant, son of the late Bruce Edward Gant and Beulah Mae (Maskill) Gant, was born Sept. 9, 1946, in Dudley, Missouri, and departed this life at Mercy Hospital of Stoddard County in Dexter, Missouri July 13, 2024, at the age of 77. Richard was a lifelong resident of Stoddard County and was of the Protestant faith. ...

J L McGarrity, 92, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, Sunday, July 14, 2024, while surrounded by his loving family. J L was born o June 6, 1932, to Levi and Alma (Ragan) McGarrity in Wynn, Arkansas. J L was a preacher, pastor, and evangelist. ...

Jerry Lee Stevenson, 75, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri passed away July 13, 2024 at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center in Poplar Bluff. Jerry was born July 26, 1948 to Clayton and Lucille Evangeline (Black) Stevenson in Poplar Bluff. Jerry was a 1966 graduate of Poplar Bluff High School and a 1972 graduate from Linn Technical College in Linn, Missouri as an aircraft mechanic/technician. ...

Karen Taylor, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, departed her earthly home to her heavenly home Thursday, July 11, 2024. She was born April 26, 1940 in Rockford, Illinois, to Leif and Irene Gulbrantson. She married the love of her life, Bob Taylor Nov. 20, 1955. Karen and Bob retired to Wappapello, Missouri in 1994...

David Lee Blume, 56, of Poplar Bluff died Saturday, July 13, 2024, at his residence.

Charles Eldon Dollins, 82, passed away Sunday, July 14, 2024, in Naylor, Missouri. Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Friday, July 19, 2024, in the Fowler and Sons Funeral Home of Neelyville, Missouri, with the funeral following at 1 p.m. Charles will be laid to rest with military honors at Roberts Cemetery in Neelyville with Allen Leutert officiating...

Lexie Fisher, 25, of Piedmont, died Tuesday, July 16, 2024, at her residence. Visitation is at 5 p.m. Monday, July 22, at Ruegg Funeral Home, Piedmont Chapel. Funeral service is at 1 p.m., Tuesday, July 23, also in the Piedmont Chapel. Burial is in Murphy Cemetery, near Piedmont...

AnnaSue VanDover-Norton passed away Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center. She was born Sunday, Dec. 4, 1938, in Fayetteville, Arkansas to the late Carl and Anna (Spencer) Hall. She was proceeded in death by her husbands, Billy Ray VanDover and Ernie Norton; daughter, Carrie; son, Billy Ray VanDover Jr.; brothers, Charles, Daniel, Donald and Rex Hall...

Christine R. Bufford, 91, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, died Thursday, July 18, 2024 at Oakdale Care Center, in Poplar Bluff. Mrs. Bufford was born Oct. 22, 1932 in Parma, Missouri, daughter of the late Grover Cleveland and Roxie Ann Bagby (née McBroom). She was formerly a member of Black River General Baptist Church in Broseley...

Amanda Jenece Wallace, the daughter of the late Capt. Robert Wallace and Olivia Wallace, passed away July 17, 2024. Amanda was educated in the Poplar Bluff school system. Funeral services will be at July 27, 2024, at Mt. Calvary Church, 1875 Speedway Drive, in Poplar Bluff...

Amanda Jenece Wallace, the daughter of the late Capt. Robert Wallace and Olivia Wallace, passed away July 17, 2024. Amanda was educated in the Poplar Bluff school system. Funeral services will be at July 27, 2024, at Mt. Calvary Church, 1875 Speedway Drive, in Poplar Bluff...

Doris May Reynolds, 89, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri passed away July 20, 2024. Doris was born Dec. 29, 1934, to Henry and Bertha Umphress in Illinois. She married Roy Reynolds May 25, 1954, in Rutland, Illinois. Doris and Roy were married for 68 years and raised a loving family. ...

Kathy Jackson, 65, of Festus, Missouri, formerly of Silva, Missouri, died Monday, July 15, at her residence. Visitation is at noon Saturday, July 27, at Ruegg Funeral Home, Greenville Chapel. Funeral following at 2 p.m., also in the Greenville Chapel. Burial is in New Prospect Cemetery, Silva...

Linore Lucille (Perkins) Hargrave, 91, a former longtime resident of Poplar Bluff, passed away Tuesday, July 23, 2024. She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Earl Hargrave, and her parents, five brothers and two sisters. Linore is survived by three daughters Kathy Johnson and husband Kelly, Judy Stucker and husband David, Sandy Stromberg and husband Shawn; four grandchildren; one great-grandson; two sisters and one brother...

Blyine Edward Magill, 57, of Jackson, Tennessee, passed away Tuesday, July 23, 2024, in St. Louis, Missouri surrounded by his family. Blyine was born March 26, 1967, to Fred E. Magill and Sandra C. (Duggins) Magill. He married Tammy Perdomo Dec. 18, 2018 in Hot Springs, Arkansas...

James Ralph Henthorne, 78, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, July 17, 2024. Jim was born Sept. 1, 1945, to Ralph and Bessie (Nichols) Henthorne in Neelyville, Missouri. He married Sally Ann (Henderson) June 5, 1965, in Poplar Bluff. Jim was a top-notch brick and stone mason as well as an accomplished home builder who took great pride in his work since his teenage years. ...

Carole Ann Brown, 76, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri passed away June 26, 2024, at St. Bernards Medical Center in Jonesboro, Arkansas. Carole was born on July 31, 1947, to Thoris and Eula (Prater) White in Frankclay, Missouri. She married Jerry Brown Oct. 25, 1966, in Leadwood, Missouri...

Barbara Sue Alexander, the daughter of the late Calvin R. Scowden and Wilma J. Ward Scowden, was born Jan. 16, 1944, in Shook, Missouri. On Dec. 15, 1963, in Lowndes, Missouri, she was united in marriage to Dan M. Alexander. He preceded her in death Aug. 25, 2022...

Colleen Elizabeth Thurman, 94, of Fisk, Missouri, died Saturday, July 27, 2024 at her residence in Fisk. Mrs. Thurman was born June 15, 1930, daughter of the late Grover Hugh and Myrtle Farrar (née Bell). On Jan. 8, 1947, she married Robert Thurman, Sr. He preceded her in death Jan. 8, 1988...

Charles “David” Church, 87, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, died Sunday, July 28, 2024 at St. Bernard’s Medical Center in Jonesboro, Arkansas. Mr. Church was born June 13, 1937 in Leeper, Missouri, son of the late PI and Edna Viola Church (née Eaton). David served in the United States Air Force from 1959 until 1963. ...

Holly Grace Fugate, 44, of Wappapello, Missouri, passed away peacefully in her home, Saturday, July 27, 2024. Holly was born Feb. 13, 1980, to David and Catherine (Tressler) Stimpson in York, Pennsylvania. She married Matt Fugate March 28, 2020, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri...

Audrey Todd, 92, of Dexter died Friday, July 26, 2024, at St. Francis Healthcare in Cape Girardeau.

Betty Kathleen Burton, 90, of Cabot, passed from this life into the arms of Jesus Monday, July 29, 2024. She was born Aug. 12, 1933 in Poplar Bluff, Missouri to the late Edward and Emma Aden Heifner. Betty attended McArthur Assembly of God Church until her health prevented her attendance. She and her sister, Margaret, both played the accordion, sang together on a Christian radio program and were very musically inclined. Betty was full of personality and very outgoing...

Elvin Thompson, 92, of Patterson, Missouri passed away Friday, July 26, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Visitation is at 5 p.m., Friday, August 2, at Ruegg Funeral Home, Piedmont Chapel. Funeral is at 11 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 3, also in the Piedmont Chapel. Burial is in Mill Spring Cemetery, with full military honors...

Kittye Alice Hall, 82, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed into her promised heavenly home July 30, 2024, to meet her Savior and be reunited with her family. Kittye was born the morning of Dec. 7, 1941, to Joseph Arvil and Alice Belle (Sinks) Hall in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Shortly after her arrival, the news of Pearl Harbor bombing was received...

Linda Lunyou, 82, of Piedmont, Missouri, died Monday, July 29, 2024. Visitation is at 5 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 3, at Ruegg Funeral Home, Piedmont Chapel. Funeral is at 2 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 4, also in the Piedmont Chapel. Burial is in Duncan Cemetery. Online condolences: www.rueggfuneralhomes.com...

Ruth Eastwood, 76, of Poplar Bluff passed away July 30, 2024. Visitation will be Saturday from 11 a.m. -noon at Fowler-Sullivan Funeral Home in Poplar Bluff. See www.fowlersullivanfuneralhome.com for a full obituary.