All Obituaries

Belinda Rose Aldridge, 67, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on June 28, 2022, at her home in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Belinda was born on October 18, 1954, to Willa Joyce (Sipes) Brown in Watervliet, Michigan.  She married Rodger Aldridge on June 5, 1971, in Poplar Bluff. Belinda retired after working 28 years from the Regional Center, attended Midland church, loved watching the St. Louis Cardinals, but most of all loved spending time with her family which included her...

Meddie Ham, 91, of Puxico, MO went to be with the Lord on June 25, 2022, at his home in Puxico, Missouri. Meddie was born on March 23, 1931, to David and Maude (Henry) Ham in Rombauer, Missouri.  He married Doris Jean Beck on June 10, 1950. Meddie was a General Baptist Minister. He enjoyed farming, gardening, hunting, music and most of all spending time with his family Meddie is survived by his sister Nellie Berens  Children, Karen Sue Stroup and spouse Weldon, Mark Steven Ham and...

Melinda Lou Alford, 62, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on June 23, 2022, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center in Poplar Bluff. Melinda was born on August 29, 1959, to Wallace and Judith (Marlin) Stillings in Cape Girardeau, Missouri.  She married Dennis Alford on March 20,1979. Melinda enjoyed reading, riding her side by side, and swimming.   She was retired from the United States Postal Service in Poplar Bluff.  Melinda is survived by husband, Dennis Alford, sons,...

Karen Ann Stage, 74, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on June 20, 2022, at her home in Poplar Bluff.   Karen was born on August 3, 1947, to Edwin and Thelda J. (Link) Winters in Ypsilanti, Michigan.  She married Gary Stage on September 12, 1965, in Poplar Bluff.  He preceded her in death Feb. 28,2015.   Karen enjoyed gathering with her good friends at the Bear's Lodge (White House), gardening, Cardinal games, her dog, Willow and yard work. ...

Lester James Johnson, 53, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on June 20, 2022, at his home in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Lester was born on February 20, 1969, to Fred Johnson and Joyce (Campbell) Webb in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.   Lester worked as an LPN in a nursing home. He loved painting, music, fashion, loved animals, playing pool, spending time with his family. Lester is survived by his children Jordan Pipkin and husband Michael, Paris Johnson, Ryan Johnson and wife Miranda,...

Rosie Williams 84, of Poplar Bluff passed away on June 15, 2022.  Rosie was born June 20,1937, in Earle, Arkansas to Wash and Agnes Williams.   When Rosie relocated to Missouri, she worked as a laudress for Holiday Inn.  After 27 years of working Rosie decided that she wanted to spend more time with family, especially her grandchildren.  She enjoyed cooking, baking and going shopping.  She served as faithful Mother of the church for decades.   Rosie...

Edwin Ray DeGaris, age 68 of Poplar Bluff, joined his party in heaven June 1st, 2022. Ed was born January 26, 1954 in Malden, Missouri. Soon after he moved to Poplar Bluff and lived on the Southside until he married. He was the son of Edwin Parvin DeGaris and Betty DeGaris Bettin. In 1975 Ed married Lisa Jones and they made their home in Poplar Bluff because Ed wouldn’t live anywhere else. Ed was a charter member of Grace Christian Fellowship Church which was established in 1993. He...

Iris Ann (McClelland) Woolard Stonecipher, 72, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on June 01, 2022, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. surrounded by her loved ones and entered into the kingdom of her Lord and Savior. Iris was born on June 13, 1949, to the late Earl and Genevieve (Jamerson) McClelland in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.  She married Marshall Joe Stonecipher he survives. Iris led a good life and loved her family. Iris was an excellent singer and played...

Maegan Michele Burlbaugh, 34, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on May 31, 2022, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Maegan was born on June 11, 1987, to Randy and Elaine (Williams) Burlbaugh in Carswell Airforce Base, Texas.   Maegan received a certificate in welding from the Job Corps. She enjoyed video games, liked being with family and friends. Maegan is survived by father, Randy Burlbaugh brother, Brandin Burlbaugh brother, Jace Burlbaugh sister,...

Russell Dale Dicken, 63, of Jacksonville, NC passed away unexpectedly on May 23, 2022, after a brief illness.  Russell was born on December 15, 1958, to Bob and Jean Dicken in Poplar Bluff, MO. After graduating from Poplar Bluff High School, Russ spent 4 years serving with the US Army. He has been a Swing boat Captain for Marquette Transportation since 1997.  Russell loved spending time fishing, playing pool, floating, going to the beach and driving his Corvette. Russ was...