Remembering Loved Ones in Poplar Bluff

Mar 22, 2026

Joseph "Joe" Ray Cochran, 77, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away unexpectedly on March 22, 2026, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.

Joe was born on March 18, 1949, to Joseph and Eleanor (Brooks) Cochran in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. He married Debbie Clark on December 24, 1967, in Poplar Bluff, and they enjoyed 58 years of marriage.

Joe...

Mar 22, 2026

Phyllis Elizabeth Lawson, 88, of Dexter, MO passed away on March 22, 2026, at Memory Lane Nursing Center in Dexter, Missouri.

Phyllis was born on March 13, 1938, to George and Marion Elizabeth (Blalock) New in Clarkton, Missouri. She married Cloyce Lawson on June 24, 1956, in Clarkton, Mo.

Phyllis was a faithful and active member of Temple Baptist Church, where she...

Mar 17, 2026

Verlin Laverle McGee, 71, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on March 17, 2026 at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri.

Verlin was born on February 15, 1955 to Edward and Shirley Mae (Horn) McGee in Naylor, Missouri.

Verlin was a Specialist in the United States Army from 1985-1988. He enjoyed his social gatherings with his loved ones.

Verlin is survived by...

Mar 16, 2026

Lonnie Barriner, 70, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on March 16, 2026 at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.

Lonnie was born on June 25, 1955 to Belva and Lovella Barriner in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.

Lonnie enjoyed telling stories and to go fishing.

Lonnie is survived by his ex- wife Bonnie, one son David Samuel, one sister Barbara Alexander,...

Mar 11, 2026

Bishop Dr. Johnny Roy Williams, 88 of Poplar Bluff was called home Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at the Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center.

Bishop Williams was born February 18th, 1938, in Deering MO, to the late Jethro and Mary Louise (Lane) Williams. He married the love of his life, Dr. Hattie Williams, August 24, 1957, in Poplar Bluff. Mo. Williams was...

Mar 10, 2026

Hallie Lynn Patterson Gillis, 24, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on March 10, 2026, at SSM St. Louis University in Saint Louis, Missouri.

Hallie was born on January 21, 2002, to Jason and Crystal (Divine) Patterson in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.

Hallie enjoyed time with her son, Oliver, listening to music and reading. She was an EMT at Medic One in Kennett,...

Mar 9, 2026

Daniel David Henry, Sr., was born on April 16, 1955, in Queens, New York, to Raymond David Henry and Katie (McNear) Henry. He departed this life leaving behind a legacy of faith, devotion to family, and a deep love for learning.

Daniel was united in marriage to the love of his life, Betty (Lemons), on July 18, 1981. Together they built...

Mar 6, 2026

Ronald Dale Pierce, 86, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away March 6 2026, at his home in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.

Ronald was born June 1939, to Cleo and Frona Pierce in Hornersville, Missouri.

He was married to Patricia Pierce.

Ronald enjoyed talking about the railroad, he enjoyed fishing, hunting, and he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.

Ronald is survived by his...

Feb 26, 2026

Theresa Chambers, 65, of Carbondale, IL passed away on February 26, 2026, at Vista Health Center in Waukegan, Illinois.

Theresa was born on February 7, 1961, to Robert and Annie Favorite in Chicago, Illinois.

Theresa enjoyed her yard sales, flea markets, she loved her cats/ any animal, and she loved her family very much.

Theresa is survived by her sister Mary (Sissy) Greiwe,...

Feb 19, 2026

Adrionna Darlene Bishop, age 34, of Poplar Bluff, MO went to her heavenly home February 19, 2026. 

Adrionna was born March 22, 1991, to Tammy L. (Bostic) Shepherd and Christopher M. Bishop of Poplar Bluff. 

Adrionna enjoyed listening to music, dancing, basketball, spending time with family and friends.

Adrionna is survived by her parents, Tammy & Chris, brothers, Shadow Bishop (Joanna), Devin Shepherd...

Feb 15, 2026

Clarence David Wright, Greenville, MO, 85, was born November 20, 1940 in McCrory, Arkansas. Clarence passed away February 15, 2026.

Clarence was preceded in death by his 4 brothers and his son, David L. Wright and daughter Rebecka Burden. He is survived by 1 son Donald Wright, 2 daughters Kathy Stanley and Brenda Szilagyi (John) and 14 grandkids, 24 great grandkids...

Feb 14, 2026

James Lee Sisson Sr., 73, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

James was born on March 20, 1952, in Bragg City, Missouri, to Farist Sisson and Elizabeth (Crafton) Sisson. He was the youngest of thirteen children: Lilburn, Dorothy, Mary, Stella, David, Thomas, Carl, Sheila, Louise, Betty, Sissy, and Baby.

On April 4,...

Feb 13, 2026

Wanda Sue Fowler, age 82 a resident of rural Fisk, MO died Friday, February 13, 2026, at Memory Lane in Dexter, MO.

Born May 20, 1943, in Poplar Bluff, MO to the late Ross and Belle Vandermark. She was a faithful follower of Jesus Christ, loving wife, mom, grandma, and great grandma.

On June 22, 1961, she married David Lee Fowler, who...

Feb 4, 2026

AL Kearby, 91, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on February 04, 2026, at Westwood Hills Healthcare in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.

AL was born on January 31, 1935, to Elisha and Sara Kearby in Poplar Bluff, MO.

He was married to Marry Kearby for 49 years.

AL enjoyed hunting and fishing, he was a member of the carpenters union, and served in the...

Jan 31, 2026

Justin Eugene Head, 51, of Williamsville, MO passed away on January 31, 2026, at his home in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.

Justin was born on August 10, 1974, to Kenneth and Patricia Head in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.

Justin enjoyed watching pro wrestling, reading comics, and working out at the gym.

Justin is survived by His brother Anthony Head and daughter Kaitlyn Head.

Justin was preceded...

Jan 28, 2026

Lelia Mae Hopson was born April 4, 1935, to Dorothy Smith and Oscar Bennett in Green Brier AR.

Lelia was baptized at Shady Grove MB Church in Hermandale, MO; the family moved to Poplar Bluff, MO in 1950.

Although the marriage did not last, Roger Hopson and Lelia Hopson had four beautiful children and shared his son.

She was a member of New...

Jan 26, 2026

Lorene Virginia Russell, 95, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on January 26, 2026, at Aspire Caring Center in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.

Lorene was born on May 21, 1930, to George and Ella (Hayes) McPheeters in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. She married Oral "Jack" Russell on July 4, 1952, in Piggott, AR., he preceded her in death April 10, 1995.

Lorene was a...

Jan 26, 2026

Sandra Jo Landwersiek (nee Fiske), or as most knew her as "Miss Sandy", gladly met her Savior and LORD on January 26, 2026, at Cedargate Health Care in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. She attained the age of 72.

Sandra was born the first daughter of James Columbus Fiske and Georgia Belle Fiske (nee Knott) on August 15, 1953, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri....

Jan 25, 2026

Jan 25, 2026

Debra Wells, 70, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on January 25, 2026, at her home in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.

Debra was born on September 28, 1955, to Loniel and Mildred Franklin in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.

Debra was married to David Wells for 53 years

Debra enjoyed to listen to music, enjoyed to cook, photography, and spend time with her beloved family.

Debra is...