Obituaries from September 2024

Mary Jarrett, 91, of Bernie, Missouri, died Friday, Aug. 30, 2024 at Winchester Nursing in Bernie. Mrs. Jarrett was born Oct. 1, 1932 in Campbell, Missouri, daughter of the late George and Daisy Bell Trout. Mrs. Jarrett was a homemaker and enjoyed cooking and feeding her family and friends and telling stories...

Diana Lee (Hodge) Scott passed away Aug. 28, 2024, after a long battle with chronic illness. She was born June 14, 1950, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, to Charles Hodge (1928-2014) and Anna (McMillin) Dorris. She was the second of five children - all girls, keeping Charles and Anna busy with their dancing, laughter and shenanigans. ...

Charles Dewayne Truelove, 70, of Columbia passed away Thursday, Aug. 29, 2024 at Boone Hospital. Services will be Friday, Sept. 6, 2024 at Memorial Funeral Home with visitation 1 – 2 p.m. and a service at 2 p.m.. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery...

James Albert Carr, 97, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, died Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2024 at his residence. Mr. Carr was born June 11, 1927 in St. Louis, Missouri, son of the late Ralph and Irena Carr (neé Gibson). He owned and operated Carr’s Bargain Barn from 1962 until 1974...

George Wesley Sifford, 97, passed away in Cape Girardeau Sept. 1, 2024. He was the son of Tilman and Jane Jones Sifford. He joined siblings Everett, John (Square), Fay and Joe in the Brown Community north of Puxico. After attending Puxico Schools , he joined the U.S. ...

Johny Lee Salyer, 75, of Cape Girardeau, Missouri died Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024.

Stephen (Steve) Kent Waite, the youngest child of Garland Max Waite (deceased) and Alma Dean Waite, passed suddenly Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, at the age of 64. His absence will create a void that will affect his family forever; but he leaves behind a lifetime of great memories, love, and valuable life lessons...

George Wesley Sifford, 97, passed away in Cape Girardeau Sept. 1, 2024. He was the son of Tilman and Jane Jones Sifford. He joined siblings Everett, John (Square), Fay and Joe in the Brown Community north of Puxico. After attending Puxico Schools , he joined the U.S. ...

Angela Colleen Nail, daughter of the late J.T. and Dora (Thompson) Massey, was born Sept. 23, 1932 in Kennett, Missouri and departed this life Sept. 2, 2024 at the age of 91 years. She is survived by several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends...

Felicia Wyatt, daughter of the late Aubrey Adamson and Marguerita Tinsley Adamson, was born Sept. 6, 1965, in Dexter, Missouri, and departed this life Sept. 3, 2024, at her residence in Dexter at the age of 58 years. Mrs. Wyatt was the owner of the Honey Hole Bait & Tackle in Dexter, a former graphic designer for the Daily American Republic newspaper in Poplar Bluff, Missouri and a former over-the-road truck driver. ...

Charles A. Patterson went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2024 in the Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center. Charles was born in Corning, Arkansas, Nov. 27, 1932. He was the son of Arvil and Viva (Miller) Patterson, both of whom preceded him in death. Charles married Betty Hartsfield Aug. 30, 2015. She survives...

Bonnie Akridge, 78, of Campbell died Thursday, Sept. 5, 2024, at her residence.

Linda Rosemary Trout, 74, of Broseley, Missouri, died Thursday, Sept. 5, 2024 at her residence in Broseley. Mrs. Trout was born Nov. 26, 1949 in Oxly, Missouri, daughter of the late Amos Earl and Daisy Pauline Foulk (neé Wilson). She enjoyed spending time outside and taking care of her plants. She also enjoyed reading...

Sandra “Sandy” Roberta Shearer, daughter of Bob and Wilma Rector was born Oct. 12, 1944, in Kirksville, Missouri. She passed from this earth Aug. 29, 2024, of kidney and lung failure. She attended public school in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, and graduated from Poplar Bluff High School in 1962. She then attended Northeast Missouri State University (Truman State University) where she met her husband of 61 years, Richard “Dick” Shearer...

We mourn the passing of C.P. Johnson, whose lifelong dedication to agriculture has left an indelible mark on the community. He was a visionary and a leader in agriculture, having dedicated over six decades to working the land and nurturing crops in the Neelvyille (Coon Island) vicinity. He mentored many, generously sharing his knowledge and experience with younger generations of farmers, ensuring that his legacy would continue to thrive for years to come...

Linda Austin, 80, of Qulin, Missouri, passed away Saturday, Sept.7, 2024 at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center, in Poplar Bluff. Mrs. Austin was born June 3, 1944 in Caruthersville, Missorui, daughter of the late John Oscar and Nell Rose Allison (neé Heskett)...

Van Elvis Lewis, 78, left this earth at 12:30 a.m. Aug. 29, 2024 in Ozark, Arkansas. He was born Jan. 10, 1946 to William Elvis and Lillie Mae Branscum Lewis. Van came into this world in the seat of a Model T on the way to the hospital in Batesville, Arkansas. He lived his life to the fullest by driving his Harley Davidson, driving his painted up Ford van, and driving over the road for many years in his Ford hotshot truck. Van could fix almost anything that was broken!...

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Karolina Nicole Resnik, who left us Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024. Born Nov. 26, 2011, Karolina was a bright light in our lives and the lives of all who knew her. Karolina was a gifted and talented young girl, whose autism was a unique part of her beautiful spirit. ...

Donald Gene McKuin of Poplar Bluff died Thursday, Sept. 5, 2024, at the age of 92. Born to Joseph A. and Myrtle (nee Brents) McKuin March 10, 1932, in Morrilton, Ark, his family moved to Fisk, Missouri, when he was 2 years old. He attended school in Fisk and was the youngest of eight children, all having preceded him in death. ...

Sandy Montgomery, 84, of Silva, Missouri, passed away Friday, Sept. 6. Visitation is at noon Friday, Sept. 13, at New Hope Baptist Church, Silva. Funeral following at 2 p.m., also at New Hope Baptist Church. Burial will be in New Prospect Cemetery, Silva...

Hilbert “Bud” J. Middleton, 96, of Vulcan, Missouri, passed away Monday, Sept. 9, 2024, at his residence. Visitation will be held at 5 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2024, at Vulcan Assembly of God Church. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, Sept. 12, 2024, also at Vulcan Assembly of God Church. Burial will follow in Sutton Cemetery, Vulcan...

Rev. Danny L. Robinson, 75, of Piedmont, Missouri, passed away Monday, Sept. 10, 2024, at his residence. Visitation for Danny will be held from 5 p.m., Friday, Sept. 13, 2024, at Ruegg Funeral Home, Piedmont. Second visitation will be held from 1:30 p.m. ...

Wanda Lou Cunningham, 92, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, died Thursday, Sept. 12, 2024 at Westwood Hills Health Care Center, in Poplar Bluff. Mrs. Cunningham was born Sept. 16, 1931 in Fisk, Missouri, daughter of the late Edward and Anna Pearl White. On Nov. 6, 1948, she married Rex Cunningham. He preceded her in death Sept. 5, 2000...

Shirley Charles, 89, of Greenville, died Thursday, Sept. 12, 2024. Visitation is at 10 a.m., Tuesday, Sept. 17, at Ruegg Funeral Home, Greenville Chapel. Funeral will follow at noon, also in the Greenville Chapel. Burial is in Crossroads Cemetery, Greenville...

Mr. Dennis W. Brown, a longtime resident of the Patterson area, died in Poplar Bluff Sept. 11 at the age of 87. Mr. Brown had a varied career and worked in the 1950s at labor jobs in the local area, an exploration team in Alaska, and twice at Boeing Airplane Co. in Seattle. The first time he worked at the Boeing Co. as an electrician and later as an electronics technician...

Dr. Ray Earle Peters, Jr., 78, born Oct. 3, 1945, in Richmond, Virginia, passed away Sept. 10, 2024, at his home in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, surrounded by family and loved ones, due to complications from ALS. Raised in Pittsfield, he later attended the University of Illinois, where he met his first wife Eva. ...

Samuel Spencer, son of the late Samuel Spencer and Lindora Cowell Spencer, was born Sunday, July 8, 1962, in Chicago, Illinois, and departed this life Monday, Aug. 12, 2024, at his residence in Qulin, Missouri at the age of 62 years 1 month 4 days. Samuel Spencer was a truck driver and a roofer. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend...

Kenneth L. Dunlap, 67, of Memphis, Tennessee, formerly of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, died Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024, in Memphis. Mr. Dunlap was born July 25, 1957, in Peoria, Illinois, to Norman and Bettie Dunlap. He was an appliance service technician for 30 years...

Betty Jane (Janie) Craft , 77, of Qulin, Missouri, died Friday, Sept. 20, 2024 at Corning Therapy and Living Center, in Corning, Arkansas. Mrs. Craft was born Sunday, Sept. 29, 1946 in Piggott, Arkansas, daughter of the late William Dillon and Jesse Lena Little...

Jesse Merriman, 96, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024, at Rivermist Assisted Living. Jesse was born March 28, 1928, in Wappapello, Missouri, to Henry Merriman and Delise (Chandler) Merriman. He married Irene Greenwall Feb.10, 1951 in Piggott, Arkansas...

Sean Cletis Hager, son of Steve Hager and the late Becky (Hawkins) Hager, was born April 13, 1979 in Poplar Bluff, Missouri and departed this life Sept. 21, 2024 in Van Buren, Missouri. He had attained the age of forty-five years, five months and eight days...

Judy Jane Jett Duncan, age 80 and ‘Simply the Best’ mother, Grammy, sister, friend, and teacher went to be with the Lord Sept. 19, 2024 with her children, Clayton and Emily, by her side. She was born Aug. 8, 1944. Judy was an educator for 38 years and spent a lifetime of pouring knowledge and creative curiosity into thousands of students. ...

Gracie Lea (Barr) Bailey of Wappapello, Missouri, 94, passed away peacefully in her daughter’s home in Wappapello, Sept. 22, 2024. Gracie was born April 16, 1930 to Loid and Willie Barr as the third of 11 children. Married to William Henry (Bud) Bailey Aug. 9, 1947. Gracie and Bud were the loving parents of six children, 27 grandchildren, 74 great-grandchildren and 33 great-great-grandchildren...

Gerland Moore, born Sept. 5, 1943, passed away peacefully Sept. 20, 2024. A beloved member of the community, Gerland’s life was characterized by his unwavering commitment to his family, friends, and the values deeply cherished. Throughout his years, Gerland cultivated rich relationships and was known for his kindness, warmth, and supportive. ...

Kayden Michael Keith- born May 27, 2015. Kayden weighted 3.3 lbs.; he wasn’t supposed to make it past the first 24 hours. We were blessed to have him a total of 3,407 days! Kayden was a warrior, a miracle, and ended up being the most amazing superhero. ...

Mary Frances “Frankie” Hoefer, 86, of Ellsinore, Missouri, departed this life Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2024, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. She was born Oct. 22, 1937, in Success, Arkansas, to the late Ted and Leone (Ennis) Wilson...

Doris Louise Williams (nee Sargent) was born March 15, 1932, near Kennett, Missouri and died peacefully at home Sept. 26, 2024, in Columbia, Missouri at 92 years of age. She is preceded in death by her mother, Notria Brown; her husband, Leroy Wellington Williams; her sister, Jewell Pauline King; her brothers, Edward Leon (EL) Jackson and Wayne (Bill) Sargent; her son, Kerry Cameron Williams and his wife Cheryl Depew Williams...

Stanley Griggs, 62, of Williamsville, Missouri, died Friday, Sept. 27, in St. Louis, Missouri. Visitation is at 5 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 3, at Ruegg Funeral Home, Williamsville Chapel. Funeral is at 1 p.m., Friday, Oct. 4, also in the Williamsville Chapel. Burial following in Poplar Bluff City Cemetery, Poplar Bluff, Missouri...

Barbara “Barbie” Lynn Davis, 54, of Puxico, Missouri, died Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024 at St. Louis University Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri.

Margaret (Maggie to Bob) Rose (Sullivan) Stewart of Poplar Bluff passed away Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, at Westwood Hills Nursing with her family Rob, Dana, Colette, and Arnalee surrounding her as Margaret left this worldly life and into the arms of Jesus Christ. Margaret is a child of God and made the decision to follow Jesus Christ as her personal savior at the early age of 8...

Robert G. Simpson Sr., 66, of Bloomfield, Missouri, died Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024 at Mercy Hospital Stoddard, in Dexter, Missouri. Mr. Simpson was born June 1, 1958 in Caledonia, Mississippi, son of the late Robert and Lurene Simpson. He had served in the Army during the Vietnam War...