All Obituaries

Ernest  Garner, 69, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on June 30, 2020 at his home. Ernest was born on November 13, 1950 to the late Ernest and Anna Mae (Sykes) Childs in Cichago, Illinois.   Ernest enjoyed Dominoes, fishing, playing cards, especially spades.  Ernest is survived by spouse, Virgie Morton BFF ; children Mary Manning, Anquanette Garner, Shalla Garner, LaQuisha Winston, Dominique Garner, Destiny Garner, grandchildren Betty Evans, Crystal Chaney, Lannique...

Jeanne Marie Bayne, 72 of Poplar Bluff passed away June 22, 2020 at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center. Jeanne was born August 9, 1947 to the late James and Selma Julia (Hill) Harris in Belleville, IL. She enjoyed collecting tea pots.  She was married to John Clifton Bayne Sr.  He preceded her in death. She is survived by her children John Bayne, Laura Asher and husband Randy, Christian Michael Bayne, daughter-in-law, Debbie Sue Bayne, sister Barbara Sue Harris,...

Melvin Willis Branscum 61 of Poplar Bluff died June 21, 2020 at his residence.  He was born April 15, 1959 in Wichita, KS to Willis Lee Branscum and Wanda Lee (Lourance) Branscum. Mr. Branscum was of the Baptist faith.  He enjoyed raising horses, hunting and fishing.   He leaves behind his mom; Wanda Branscum, children; Jeramie Branscum and wife Kristi, Elizabeth Branscum, Kelly Rains, three grandchildren, sister; Ruth Pruett and husband...

Darren Lavar Williams, 36 of Poplar Bluff departed this life Wednesday June, 17, 2020 at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Mo.  He was born September 29, 1983 in Poplar Bluff to Ellen "Dollie" Williams and Kevin "Donnie" Grant.   Darren graduated from Poplar Bluff Senior High School.  He accepted Christ at an early age.  He was a member of New Life Church.  He enjoyed spending time with his nieces and nephews, barbecuing, and listening to...

Charles Evert Norman Sr., 79, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on June 17, 2020 at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center in Poplar Bluff.  Charles was born on February 13, 1941 to the late John and Beulah Mae (Marsh) Norman in Harviell, Missouri.  He had been married to Nancy Ellen Norman who preceded him in death.  Charles enjoyed rabbit hunting with his beagles, fishing and baseball.   Charles is survived by his children; Terry Norman,, Karen Norman, La Kathy Norman...

Brian Douglas Arndt, 54, of Fisk, MO passed away June 14, 2020 at his home in Fisk.Brian was born September 12, 1965 to Charles and Roberta Ann (Fears) Arndt in St Louis, MOBrian enjoyed playing the guitar and singing.   He enjoyed 4-wheeling in the outdoors when he was younger.  He had worked in the family cabinet making business for many years and had also drove a truck.Brian is survived by his children; David and Megan, his mom, brothers; Robert and David Arndt and wife...

Frank Daniel Hart, 76, of Poplar Bluff passed away at his home June 10,  2020. Frank was born Oct 11, 1943 to the late Oscar and Grethel (King) Hart in Harviell. Frank had a love for the outdoors and enjoyed feeding birds and watching wildlife living near his home.  He enjoyed hunting, fishing and working on mechanical projects in his workshop.   Frank was a lifelong Butler County resident.  He owned his own business for several years and most recently...

Angela Lee Montgomery, 42, of Poplar Bluff died Saturday, June 6, 2020 at her residence.   She was born Feb. 18, 1978 in Poplar Bluff to Sandra Montgomery and Lonnie Leon Phillips Sr.   A homemaker, she enjoyed reading, fishing and spending time with her grandson, Kylan.   She is survived by children, Jodeci Constantino and Autumn Vaughn; mother, Sandra Montgomery; brothers, Lonnie Phillips, Jason Phillips, Richie Phillips, and Jamie Phillips; and one niece...

Wayne Powell, 65, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on May 29, 2020 at his home in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Wayne was born on December 9, 1954 to Eld. Cletis Harris and Gelene (Farmer) Powell in Wood River, Illinois.  He married Crickett (Moore) Powell on December 31, 1986, in Naylor, Mo. Wayne retired from Kneibert Clinic after 39 years of service.  He was a member of Bay Springs Missionary Baptist Church.  He was also a veteran of the United States Air Force.  Wayne and...

Winfred "Leon" Morris, 62, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on May 27, 2020 at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center in Poplar Bluff. Winfred was born on December 14, 1957 to the late Winiferd and Elsie McGee in St. Louis, Missouri.  He married Deborah "Debbie"  (Runyon) on October 19, 2003.  She survives. Winfred was a proud father and jack of all trades.  He was a veteran of the United States Navy.  He was stationed on the S. S. King DDG-41 and...