Remembering Loved Ones in Poplar Bluff

Jun 11, 2023

Gladys Hayes departed this life on June11, 2023 at the age of 71. Gladys was born on September 3rd, 1951, in Caruthersville Mo.

Gladys graduated from Neelyville High School in 1970 and shortly afterwards moved to St. Louis, MO Gladys met and married Willie Paul Hayes. Three children were born to this union. Curtis, Eric, and Carla....

Jun 2, 2023

Jeanetta Ann Robinson was born November 27, 1948, in Poplar Bluff Missouri to the late George Gipson (GW) and Lorene Gipson (Norman)

Jeanetta went to school in Poplar Bluff and attended church at Central Baptist. She started working at Veterans Hospital in 1973 and she retired 50 years later. She enjoyed her time there and the people...

May 31, 2023

Thomas Eugene Mace, 69, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on May 31, 2023, at Black River Medical center in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Thomas was born on July 14, 1953, to Thomas and Oda (Bracy) Mace in Lilbourn, Missouri.  He married Deborah Jean Mace, she survives. Thomas enjoyed singing.  He would sing at events and clubs after work.  He...

May 30, 2023

Christopher Brian Swain, 50, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on May 30, 2023, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Chris was born on September 21, 1972, to George and Janet (Hayse) Swain in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Chris worked as a mechanic for many years until his health got bad. Chris is survived by his...

May 29, 2023

Frances E. (Cross) Winters, 88, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away May 29, 2023, at her home.

She was born May 7, 1935, to Grover and Mae (Robinson) Cross.

She was joined in marriage to Marion L. Winters on March 3, 1962. Frances was a member of Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church.

She...

May 23, 2023

Barbara Janet Franklin, 78, of Cape Girardeau, MO passed away on May 23, 2023, at St Francis Hospital in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Barbara was born on July 29, 1944, to Willna and Virgie M Morrison (Green) in Poplar Bluff, MO, Missouri. Barbara has many special memories. She wrote a short story for Tennessee Ernie Ford, which was published, and...

May 11, 2023

James Strickland, 75, of Fairdealing, MO passed away at his home in Fairdealing, on May 11, 2023, with his wife by his side.

There will be a memorial visitation Monday, May 15th, from 6-8PM at Grace Christian Fellowship Church on Warrior Lane in Poplar Bluff.   A memorial service will begin at 11:30 AM Tuesday, May 16th at...

May 7, 2023

Joyce Arlene Darnell the daughter of Grace and Raymond Hellums was born in Butler County on May 29, 1940.  She departed this life at home with her family at her side at the age of 82 on May 7, 2023 September 1, 1956, she married Willie Darnell the love of her life who survives.  To this union three children...

Apr 27, 2023

Charles Willard Willis, 77, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on April 27, 2023, at his home in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.

Charles was born on October 2, 1945, to the late Gerald and Emma Marie (Robinson) Willis in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.  He married “Polly” Ann (Russom) Willis on 10/2/1970.

Charles worked for city light and...

Apr 26, 2023

Nelma Jaunita Bradshaw, 72, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on April 26, 2023 at Cedar Gate Nursing Facility in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Nelma was born on September 22, 1950 to Virgil and Olean (Lawhon) McCall in Gobler, Missouri. Nelma Loved to do her puzzles, She enjoyed crochet and any kind of crafts, and she especially loved her cat...

Apr 26, 2023

Joshua Miller, 42, of Broseley, MO passed away on April 26, 2023, at his home in Broseley, Missouri. Josh was born on August 2, 1980, to Jerry and Patsy (Miller) Ezell in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Josh enjoyed shooting pool with friends and family, playing Bingo, arrowhead and rock hunting, riding motorcycles and fishing. Joshua is survived by children Triston...

Apr 23, 2023

Roger Paul Dixon Sr, 75, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on April 23, 2023, at his home in Advance, Missouri. Roger was born on April 12, 1948, to Carl and Mildred Dixon in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Roger Loved his family, riding 4 wheelers, camping, swimming. boating, and loved his old westerns. Roger is survived by Children Roger Dixon...

Apr 23, 2023

Jeffrey Steven Slusher, 48, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on April 23, 2023. Jeffrey passed in his home at Poplar Bluff Missouri surrounded by his family and loved ones. Jeffrey was born in Poplar Bluff on September 12, 1974, to Johnny Steven Slusher and Belinda (Dillinger) Hribovsek. He was united in marriage to Regina (Hillis) Slusher on November...

Apr 21, 2023

George Alexander Jameson, 83, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on April 21, 2023, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. George was born on December 31, 1939, to Roy and Emma Mae (Koch) Jameson in St. Louis, Missouri.  He married Sue Jameson, she preceded him in death March 13, 2018. George Was retired from the...

Apr 21, 2023

Teresa F. Rushing, daughter of the late Eugene and Oleta (Fletcher) Harrison was born on February 16, 1956, to in Dexter, Missouri.  She departed this life on April 21, 2023, at the age of 67. Teresa worked as a Certified Activity Director at Beverly Enterprise Nursing Home in Dexter, MO.   She also worked at Dave's Food Center in Fisk....

Apr 15, 2023

Susan Fortenberry, 62, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on April 15, 2023, at Cedargate Healthcare in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.

Susan was born on June 9, 1960, to Harold and Patricia Baker in San Antonio, Texas.  She married Mike Fortenberry, he survives.

Susan enjoyed gardening and spending time with her grandsons. She was a 35...

Apr 10, 2023

Dawn Reail Conner 41, granddaughter of George and Mildred Smith, daughter of David Kean and Rhonda Smith. Dawn passed away on April 10, 2023, at St. Louis University Hospital in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dawn was born on December 7, 1981, to David Kean and Rhonda Smith in Kennett, Missouri.  She was married to Mark Conner, he survives. Dawn loved...

Apr 6, 2023

Gene Winford Hill, 87, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on April 06, 2023, at his home in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Gene was born on February 22, 1936, to John Earl and Rosie Bell (Lowery) Hill in Blytheville, Arkansas. Gene had retired from working at the phone company after 33 years and was a Mason for 50 years. He...

Mar 29, 2023

Shannon Marie Wallace, 43, of Poplar Bluff, MO was called to God's loving arms on March 29, 2023, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Shannon was born on February 11, 1980, to Robert and Olivia Wallace in Kansas City, Missouri. Shannon was raised in church and attended Mt. Sinai Methodist Church.  She attended and graduated from Poplar Bluff High School.  Throughout...

Mar 27, 2023

Linda Henson, 65, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on March 27, 2023, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Linda was born on November 14, 1957, to James and Bertha M. Henson in St. Louis, Missouri. Linda was of the Baptist faith, liked to read her Bible and spend time with her grandchildren. Linda is...