Obituaries
Search Obituaries
David Ray Winfree Sr.
Oct 25, 2025
David Ray Winfree Sr., 75, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at his home.
David was born on July 29, 1950, to Elmer and Imogene (Van Buren) Winfree in St. Louis, Missouri.
David was quite the outdoorsman in his younger years and especially enjoyed hunting and fishing. He appreciated the simple things in life such as a...
Norman Forrest Magill
Oct 25, 2025
Norman Forrest Magill Jr, 77, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on October 25, 2025, at his home in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.
Norman was born on March 7, 1948, to Norman and Edna (Morrison) Magill in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. He married Tina Friese on September 25, 1976.
Norman graduated from Poplar Bluff High School in 1966, proudly served in the U.S. Marine...
Kenneth Lee Whitson
Oct 19, 2025
Kenneth Lee Whitson, 78, of Poplar Bluff, MO, passed away on Sunday, October 19, 2025, at Mercy-Southeast Hospital in Cape Girardeau, Missouri.
Kenny was born on June 19, 1947, to Earl Jackson and Mary Beatrice (Scott) Whitson in Morehouse, Missouri. He married Ann (Dial) Whitson on April 20, 1968, in Portageville, Missouri.
Kenny attended Southern Baptist College in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas where...
Doyle Elmer Beckwith Sr.
Oct 17, 2025
Doyle Elmer Beckwith, Sr. departed this life on October 17, 2025, at St. Francis Hospital in Cape Girardeau, Missouri.
He was born in McDougal, Arkansas on December 5, 1942, to James Daniel Columbus Beckwith and Dottie Beckwith (later Holifield). Losing his father at the age of eleven, Doyle was raised by his stepfather Louie Holifield with whom he had a close...
Joyce Ann Coleman
Oct 16, 2025
Joyce Ann Coleman, 79, of Doniphan, MO, passed away Thursday, October 16, 2025, at her daughter's home.
Joyce was born on May 26, 1946, to John and Frances Nadine (Hobbs) Higgins in Kansas City, Missouri. She married Samuel Coleman on March 22, 1965, in Lee's Summit, Missouri.
Joyce enjoyed creating, from floral arrangements to arts and craft projects. She and her daughter...
Ramona Marie Waller
Oct 14, 2025
Ramona Waller, age 62, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away peacefully on October 14, 2025. Though she spent her recent years in Kansas City, Ramona called southeast Missouri home for most of her life.
Ramona was a woman of strength, compassion, and quiet grace. She dedicated her career to caring for others as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), and her nurturing...
Donald Ray Woodall
Oct 10, 2025
Donald Ray Woodall passed away peacefully on October 10th, 2025, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. He is predeceased by his parents Chester William Woodall and Ethel Dye Woodall Waley. He stands to greet his deceased siblings Vernon Woodall, Virginia Woodall Tuck, Linda Woodall Nunnery, and Scottie Wilburn Woodall. He has begun preparing the next life for the eventual greeting of surviving...
Anita Buaton Brockman
Oct 6, 2025
Mrs. Anita Buaton Brockman, age 71, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2025, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.
Born on June 28, 1954, in Senath, MO, Anita lived a life defined by generosity and compassion. She was known for her selfless spirit and her ability to uplift those around her with kindness and warmth.
Anita found joy in life’s simple pleasures. She especially...
Cecil Cledis Berry Jr.
Oct 5, 2025
Cecil Cledis Berry Jr, 86, of Poplar Bluff, MO, passed away Sunday, October 05, 2025, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center.
Cledis was born on June 06, 1939, to Cecil and Agnes (Hastings) Berry in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. He married Virginia Gayle (Gilmore) on December 24, 1960, also in Poplar Bluff.
Cledis proudly served in the United States Marine Corps. He was...
James "Jim" Arthur Carpenter
Sep 29, 2025
James "Jim" Arthur Carpenter, 82, of Mill Spring, MO, passed away peacefully in his home on Monday, September 29, 2025.
Jim was born on July 11, 1943, to Arthur and Elza (Wilson) Carpenter in New Madrid, Missouri. He married Ruth Ann (Bowman) on July 02, 1962, also in New Madrid.
Jim was of the Baptist faith. He was a talented woodworker and...
James Coy Humphrey III
Sep 28, 2025
James Coy Humphrey III, 75, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri passed away on September 28, 2025, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.
Coy was born on February 5, 1950, to James and Dorothy (Hellums) Humphrey II in St. Louis, Missouri.
Coy owned a mechanic shop for many years, he was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying working with cattle, and fishing. He loved his family and will...
Michael Alan Sharp
Sep 27, 2025
Michael Alan Sharp, 45, of Wappapello, MO passed away on September 27, 2025, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.
Mike was born on September 20, 1980, to Alan Sharp and Mary "Paula" (Dunlap) in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. He married Mary (Holloman) on June 19, 2004, in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
Mike enjoyed piddling with motors and automobiles in his...
Mary Mil Rushin
Sep 18, 2025
Mary Mil (Watson) Rushin of Poplar Bluff, MO, age 79, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 18, 2025, surrounded by those she loved the most. Mary lived a life deeply rooted in faith and love.
Mary was born on April 15, 1946, the daughter of John and Helen (Scribner) Watson. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend, who cherished...
Melvin "Teeny" Lloyd Payton
Sep 16, 2025
Melvin "Teeny" Lloyd Payton, 96, of Fisk, MO passed away on September 16, 2025 at his home in Reeds Spring, Missouri.
Melvin was born on March 11, 1929, to Emery and Belva (Aud) Payton in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. He married Winiona Garrett on August 12, 1950, also in Poplar Bluff.
Melvin was a member of the United States Army and served in...
Joe Leroy Ward Sr.
Sep 12, 2025
Joe L. Ward Sr., 82, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri passed away on September 12, 2025, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.
Joe was born on August 19, 1943, to George W. and Naomi Ward in St. Louis, Missouri. He married Martha (Suzy) F. Hillis in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.
Joe was a proud member of the United States Marine Corp, serving in Vietnam. He loved...
Sharon Kay Brown
Sep 11, 2025
Sharon Kay Brown, 74, of Ellsinore, MO, went to be with her Lord on Thursday, September 11, 2025, at her home.
Sharon was born on December 23, 1950, to Burl and Edna Gregory in Parma, Missouri. She married Jimmy Brown on June 28, 1968.
Sharon enjoyed browsing yard sales, flea markets, and thrift stores. Her favorite thing to do was quilt. Many...
Lois Marie Courtois
Sep 11, 2025
Lois Marie Courtois, 90, of Wappapello, MO passed away on Thursday, September 11, 2025, under the care of Legacy Hospice in Campbell, Missouri.
Lois was born in Zalma, MO on April 5, 1935, to the late Helen Pittman.
Lois retired from deVon Sealants in 1994.
Lois was preceded in death by her mother, Helen; husband, Joseph Wayne Courtois and one brother, Earnest Buckner.
Lois...
Cecil "Gene" Eugene Ballew
Sep 9, 2025
Cecil Eugene "Gene" Ballew, 81, of Poplar Bluff, MO, passed away on September 09, 2025, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center.
Gene was born on July 09, 1944, to George and Martha (Downs) Ballew in St. Louis, Missouri. He married Sharon (Coombs) Ballew on August 05, 1972.
Gene built a lifelong career rooted in his deep love of motorcycles, tools, machines, and...
Tyler Tristin Anderson
Sep 5, 2025
Tyler Tristin Anderson, 27, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on September 05, 2025, at Region One Health Center in Memphis, Tennessee.
Tyler was born on January 23, 1998, to Tommy and Christina Anderson in Hickory, North Carolina.
Tyler was a chef, mechanic, brother, and son. His favorite project was working with his dad on his red 1998 Ford F-150. He enjoyed...
Mary Joan Dickerson
Sep 5, 2025
Mary Joan Dickerson, 84, of Poplar Bluff, MO, passed away Friday, September 05, 2025, at Puxico Nursing and Rehab.
Mary Joan was born on June 25, 1941, in Morehouse, MO, where she was raised by her grandmother, Adelaide Dunfee. She married Robert "Bob" Dale Dickerson on July 27, 1957, also in Morehouse.
Mary Joan was a member of First United Methodist Church...
Subscribe
Subscribe to get alerts when new obituaries are posted
