Remembering Loved Ones in Poplar Bluff

Honoring the Lives of Those We’ve Lost

Teresa Lorene Mckinney

Teresa Lorene Mckinney

May 13, 2021

Teresa Lorene McKinney, 54, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on May 13, 2021 at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center. Teresa was born on November 18, 1966 to Bill and Velma (Bruce) Milton in Rockford, Illinois. Teresa enjoyed her dogs, scrap booking, and coloring. Teresa is survived by daughter, Stephanie Czerwonka (Jeremy); son, Jesse Russom (Rusti) daughter, Heather Russom,...

Roberta Arndt

Roberta Arndt

May 13, 2021

Roberta Ann Arndt, 83, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on May 13, 2021 at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Roberta was born on February 12, 1938 to Ed and Susie (Buckner) Fears in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.  She married Charles Harold Arndt, he preceded her in death. Roberta is survived by sons, Charles Arndt, David...

Melba Belt

Melba Belt

May 12, 2021

Melba Carolyn Belt 80, of Poplar Bluff died May 12, 2021 at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center

In Poplar Bluff.

She was born on April 23,1941 in Wayne County to the late Fred Dees and Elta Marie Dees Jones.

She is survived by her husband Charles Belt , one son Tim Belt and...

Petie Sweet Love Rainwater Baker Cgc Tkn

Petie Sweet Love Rainwater Baker Cgc Tkn

May 10, 2021

Petie Sweet Love Rainwater Baker CGC TKN, 13, of Poplar Bluff, MO, passed away on May 10, 2021 at Hicks Animal Hospital.

Petie was born on September 14, 2007 in Dexter, MO.  He was a full blooded Miniature Schnauzer, but no one wanted him because he was white.  The breeder gave him to a loving woman at...

Verna Meador

Verna Meador

May 6, 2021

Verna June Meador, 67, of Poplar Bluff passed away Thursday May 6, 2021 at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center.

A lifetime resident of Poplar Bluff, she was born April 11, 1954.  Verna knew many people who all enjoyed her company.  She loved spending time outdoors, fishing, cookouts and family gatherings.  Being with those he loved, especially her...

Vanessa (Griffin)  Germain

Vanessa (Griffin) Germain

May 5, 2021

Vanessa Deshawn Griffin-Germain "Poot" 26, of Casa Grande, AZ passed away May 5, 2021 at her home in Casa Grande, AZ.

Vanessa was born October 21, 1994 to Latricia Griffin and Robert Johnson in Poplar Bluff, MO

Vanessa is survived by her daughter; Olivia Germain, son; Ja'Taevion Griffin, Christopher Germain, Oliver Germain, husband; Emmanuel; father;...

Hershel Thornton

Hershel Thornton

May 4, 2021

Hershel Leon Thornton, 88, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on May 04, 2021 at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Hershel was born on September 11, 1932 to Willard and Irene (Butler) Thornton in McCrory, Arkansas.  He married the love of his life, Mary Catherine (Robertson) on June 1, 1955 Hershel retired from M&A Electric...

Teresa Wagner

Teresa Wagner

May 2, 2021

Teresa Mae Wagner, 53 of Poplar Bluff died Sunday May 2, 2021 at her residence.  Teresa was born April 27, 1969 in Poplar Bluff to Larry Montgomery and Mary (Roach) Roberts.  She was a homemaker, collected Elvis items and loved her dogs.

Surviving are mother; Mary Roberts, daughter; Kaitlin Wagner, brother; Daniel Montgomery, niece; Madyson Montgomery, nephew;...

Gary Lynn Whitmer Sr.

Gary Lynn Whitmer Sr.

Apr 26, 2021

Gary Lynn Whitmer Sr. 76, of Poplar Bluff met his heavenly father and other family members today just after midnight at Memorial Hospital in Bellville, IL  He had been in hospitals and nursing homes since December.

Gary was born January 21, 1945 to the late Charles and Agnes (Sullivan) Whitmer.

Gary was retired from the...

James Alan Ryan

James Alan Ryan

Apr 25, 2021

James (Jim) Alan Ryan, 74 of Poplar Bluff passed away April 25, 2021 at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center.

Jim was born January 25, 1947 in Tuscaloosa, AL.  He was raised by his mother, Betty (Bollinger) Padgett and Edward Padgett. Although Ed was his step- father, Jim considered himself Ed's son and was proud to call him...

Paula (Phelps)  Schoch

Paula (Phelps) Schoch

Apr 12, 2021

Jayley "Paula"  Paulette Schoch, 53, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on April 12, 2021 at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center in Poplar Bluff. Paula was born on September 17, 1967 to the late Vardray and Ruby (Jurls) Phelps in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.  She was married to David Ray Schoch.  He preceded her in death. Paula lived for time...

William Vinson

William Vinson

Apr 10, 2021

William E. Vinson 94, of Poplar Bluff died April 10, 2021 at Mark Twain Caring Center in Poplar Bluff  He was born September 28, 1926 in Qulin, Mo.

A graveside service will be held April 15, 2021 at 2 PM at Qulin Cemetery.  Pastor Bud and Bonnie Goins officiating.

Elizabeth Pauline (Barnett)  Martin

Elizabeth Pauline (Barnett) Martin

Apr 9, 2021

On Friday, April 9, 2021 Elizabeth Pauline Martin (Barnett) loving mother and grandmother was welcomed through the gates of heaven at the age of seventy-five years.

Elizabeth was born December 12, 1945 in Poplar Bluff, MO to the late Alta Irene and Andrew Jackson Barnett.

Elizabeth had a passion for quilting and sewing and she...

Bobby Williams

Bobby Williams

Apr 8, 2021

Bobby Williams, 82, of Poplar Bluff passed away April 8, 2021 at Oakdale Care Center in Poplar Bluff. He was born April 24, 1938 in Pocahontas, AR to the late Joe and Beulah Williams.

He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Lillian Williams.  Also surviving is a brother:  Buddy Williams, sister: Linda Steffam (Bob), one...

Rosalie Jones

Rosalie Jones

Apr 3, 2021

Rosalie Hopkins Jones completed her journey here on April 3, 2021. Mrs. Jones was born February 28, 1935 in Ripley County, Doniphan, Missouri. She was the daughter of James Loyd Hopkins and Hilda Ernst Hopkins.

Mrs. Jones was a member of the First Church of God in Poplar Bluff, Missouri where she served as a teacher and...

Regina Hager

Regina Hager

Apr 3, 2021

Regina Gale Hager, 63, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on April 03, 2021 at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Regina was born on April 25, 1957 to the late Horace and Margie (Kenser) Bishop in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.  She married Roger Hager on July 19, 1976 Regina attended Trinity Baptist Church. Regina is survived...

Anthony Rose

Anthony Rose

Apr 2, 2021

Anthony Rose was born on August 7, 1961 in Poplar Bluff, Mo, to the late Eddie and Annie Ruth Rose. He was better known by Tony to his family and friends. Early in his childhood the family relocated to Cleveland, OH. Tony was a graduate of Poplar Bluff High School and shortly after graduating he moved back to Cleveland,...

Ben Hager

Ben Hager

Apr 2, 2021

Bentley 'Ben' Carl Hager went to be with his Lord Jesus Christ, Friday April 2, 2021.  He was 85 years old.  Ben was born May 23, 1935 to Walter and Vivian Hager, near Harviell, Missouri.  He married Norma Pennington on January 14, 1956. Ben was a life long carpenter who retired from Doctors Hospital maintenance department.  He loved playing...

James J. Holden

James J. Holden

Mar 30, 2021

James J. Holden, 90 of Poplar Bluff passed away March 30, 2021 at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center.

James was born May 30, 1930 in California.

A graveside inurnment will be held Friday April 9, 2021 at 11 AM at the Fairdealing Cemetery with full military rites.

Carolyn Womble

Carolyn Womble

Mar 29, 2021

Carolyn J. Womble 77, of Poplar Bluff, formerly of Hayti, died March 29, 2021 in Poplar Bluff.  She was born February 22, 1944 in Hickman, KY. to the late Egbert and Minnie (Middleton) Ogden.

She is survived by her daughter:  Sherry Womble, sisters: Elois Miller, Edna McLeod, Shirley White, grandchildren:  Chasity and Halle Womble.

She...

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