Remembering Loved Ones in Poplar Bluff

Honoring the Lives of Those We’ve Lost

Larry Paul Williams

Larry Paul Williams

Aug 4, 2022

Deacon Larry Paul Williams, 64 of Poplar Bluff was called home Thursday, Aug 4, 2022.  Deacon Williams was born May 2, 1958 and was raised by his parents Vanndy and Melinda Williams who proceeded him in death.

Deacon Larry was a 1977 graduate of Poplar Bluff High School.  Although he was known for his gentle demeanor, Larry...

Joey Lee Holeman

Joey Lee Holeman

Jul 28, 2022

On November 17, 1953, Joey Lee Holeman was born from the union of the late Clarence “Pete” and Othella Holeman. Mr. Holeman as he like to be called, graduated from the Poplar Bluff Senior High School of the great class of 1972. After High School, Mr. Holeman attended Three Rivers Community College, where he received his Business Degree. From...

David Arthur Francisco

David Arthur Francisco

Jul 19, 2022

David Arthur Francisco,65 of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on July 19, 2022, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. David was born on August 20, 1956, to the late Alva and Ruth (Beard) Francisco. David loved spending time with all of his family.  He enjoyed making everyone laugh and being the life of the party. ...

Bill Howard Whoberry

Bill Howard Whoberry

Jul 10, 2022

Bill Howard Whoberry, 71, of Bradford, TN passed away on July 10, 2022 at his home in Bradford, Tennessee. Bill was born on August 3, 1950 to Carl and Dessie Dunn Whoberry in Broseley, Missouri. Bill was an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan. Bill is survived by his Children Bill Whoberry (Ruby Clare), Nicki Ruble, two Grandchildren, and his...

Margaret Gunter

Margaret Gunter

Jul 8, 2022

Margaret Gunter, 92, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on July 08, 2022, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center in Poplar Bluff, MO. Margaret was born on January 11, 1930 to the late William and Hazel (Newton) Howe in Woodriver, Illinois.  She married  Cecil Herbert Gunter on July 23, 1949. He preceded her in death on Feb. 25, 2021...

Douglas Wood

Douglas Wood

Jul 8, 2022

Douglas Lynn Wood, 57, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on July 08, 2022, at his home in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Douglas was born on July 10, 1964, to Bobbie and Mildred (Scaggs) Wood in Granite City, Illinois. Douglas loved reading the Bible, animals, and being with family. Douglas is survived by brother Bobby J Wood and companion Sandra,...

Lewis Edward Ray

Lewis Edward Ray

Jul 6, 2022

Lewis Edward Ray was the son of Clarence and Veronica Ray.  He was born in Brooklyn, New York on July 15, 1960.  He passed away July 6, 2022, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.  He was the grandson of Elmer and Margaret Shepherd who brought him from New Yor to Missouri.

Lewis married the love of his life, Theresa...

Marquavion Williams

Marquavion Williams

Jul 6, 2022

Marquavion Leach Williams,0, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on July 06, 2022 at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Marquavion was stillborn on July 6, 2022 to Gregory Leach and Hailey Lashae Williams in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Marquavion is survived by Mother Hailey Lashae Williams, Father Gregory Leach, Brother Major Leach Williams, Half-brother Gregory Leach...

Prince Chew

Prince Chew

Jul 1, 2022

Prince  Chew, 59, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on July 01, 2022 at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Prince was born on July 6, 1962 to Clarence and Emma Coleman Thompson in St.Louis City, Missouri.

Prince is survived by brother Anthony Thompson, sisters Vanessa Hopson and husband Phillip, Dorothy Turner, Lorrraine Brown...

Robert Hastings Sr.

Robert Hastings Sr.

Jul 1, 2022

Robert Hastings Sr,  89, of Poplar Bluff, Mo. passed away on July 01, 2022, at Beaufort Nursing and Rehab  (Bayview) in Beaufort, South Carolina. Robert was born on December 1,1932, to Fred and Mary Kaffenberger Hastings in Rombauer, Missouri.  He married Edna Fann on August 28,1954, in Hernando, MS. She preceded him in death. They were married for 57...

Belinda Rose (Brown)  Aldridge

Belinda Rose (Brown) Aldridge

Jun 28, 2022

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...

Meddie Ham

Meddie Ham

Jun 25, 2022

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...

Melinda Lou Alford

Melinda Lou Alford

Jun 23, 2022

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...

Lester James Johnson

Lester James Johnson

Jun 20, 2022

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...

Karen Ann (Winters)  Stage

Karen Ann (Winters) Stage

Jun 20, 2022

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...

Rosie Williams

Rosie Williams

Jun 15, 2022

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. ...

Ed Degaris

Ed Degaris

Jun 1, 2022

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...

Iris Ann (Mcclelland)  Woolard Stonecipher

Iris Ann (Mcclelland) Woolard Stonecipher

Jun 1, 2022

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,...

Maegan Michele Burlbaugh

Maegan Michele Burlbaugh

May 31, 2022

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...

James "Jim" Carpenter

James "Jim" Carpenter

May 23, 2022

James (Jim) Douglas Carpenter, 73, passed away Monday May 23, 2022. James was son of late J.E. and Marie Carpenter. He is survived by wife, Tara of the home, a son Lee Hobbs (Sarah) and daughter Ashley Arnold (Eric).  His biggest pride and joy were his grandkids, Lauren Hobbs, Jackson Arnold, Maddie Hobbs, Ava Hobbs and Bennett Hobbs.  He...

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