Obituaries

Gracie Norene Robison

Gracie Norene Robison

Mar 10, 2026

Gracie Norene Robison, 80, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away on March 10, 2026, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center.

She was born on August 16, 1945, in Clarkton, Missouri, to Jack and Dorothy Taylor. Gracie married Gerald Dewayne Robison.

Gracie enjoyed riding motorcycles with her husband, going camping, being outdoors, and watching T.V. She especially loved spending time with her children...

James Lashley

James Lashley

Mar 9, 2026

James Lashley, 69, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away on March 9, 2026, in Fredericktown, Missouri.

He was born on May 16, 1956, in St. Louis, Missouri, to Howard Lashley and Corine (Walther) Lashley. On May 16, 1977 in Poplar Bluff, Missouri James married Judy Kelley.

James enjoyed going fishing and camping, working on old cars, spending time outdoors, enjoyed good food....

Lemuel Henry Payne

Lemuel Henry Payne

Mar 6, 2026

Lemuel Henry Payne, 73, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away on March 6, 2026.

He was born on February 26, 1953, in Naylor, Missouri, to Henry Payne and Cleta (Nesbit) Payne. Lemuel married Glenna Packineau in Naylor, Missouri. He served in the United States Army.

Lemuel is survived by his wife, Glenna Payne; two sons, Jason Payne, and John Payne; three daughters,...

Timothy Wayne Melvin

Timothy Wayne Melvin

Mar 2, 2026

Timothy Wayne Melvin, 56, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away on March 2, 2026, in his home with his loving wife by his side.

He was born on May 23, 1969, in West Frankfort, Illinois, to Lee Felix Melvin and Lena M. (Rice) Melvin. On October 4, 2008, Timothy married Doris Henderson.

Timothy enjoyed going to car shows, watching car videos on...

Birtie Gladys Stocks

Birtie Gladys Stocks

Feb 24, 2026

Birtie Gladys Stocks of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at the home of her son and daughter-in-law, Rich and Dee Stocks, in Branson, Missouri.

Birtie was born on February 26, 1929, to Cozy and Samantha Carter of Ellsinore, Missouri. She had reached the age of 96, passing away just two days before her 97th birthday.

Birtie...

William Bailey

William Bailey

Feb 20, 2026

William Bill Bailey, a loving and devoted husband to Shirley departed this life Feb. 20, 2026, at his home. Bill was born Dec. 6, 1940, in Hannibal, Missouri, to Edward and Anna Maie (Sommer) Bailey. They preceded him in death along with three brothers and two sisters.

Bill was a high school football star and a star tennis player. He was...

Lella June Clark

Lella June Clark

Feb 20, 2026

Lella June Hall Clark, 94, of Poplar Bluff, departed this life on Friday, Feb. 20, 2026, at her residence, surrounded by the love of her family.

She was born on June 30, 1931, in Neelyville, Missouri, to George Frank Hall and Beulah Ethel Grisham Hall. Lella graduated from Neelyville High School in 1949, beginning a life defined by devotion to family,...

Janea Marie White

Janea Marie White

Feb 13, 2026

Janea Marie White, 51, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri passed away February 13, 2026, at her residence.

Janea was born April 20, 1974 in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, to Kenneth Ray Helton and Eva Jane Heaton (Johnson) who both preceded her in death.

She had a passion for Jesus and helping others on their walk through recovery. She loved spending time with her family,...

Barbara Ann Rommel

Barbara Ann Rommel

Feb 5, 2026

Barbara Ann Rommel, 65, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, February 5, 2026, in her home surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on June 22, 1960, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, to Raymond Hillis and Gladys (Page) Hillis. In 1983 Barbara married Archie Dwayne Rommel.

Barbara lived in Southeast Missouri all of her life. She enjoyed fishing, being outside....

Jackie June Walker

Jackie June Walker

Feb 3, 2026

Jackie June Walker, 67, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2025, at Westwood Hillis Nursing Home.

She was born on November 25, 1958, in Granite City, Illinois, to John Gancheff and Jimmie (Barker) Gancheff. In December 2009 Jackie married Terry Walker.

Jackie was of the Baptist faith. She enjoyed camping, canoeing, being outdoors. She especially loved spending time...

Gloria Moore Michel

Gloria Moore Michel

Jan 28, 2026

Gloria Moore Michel, 92, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, peacefully passed away on January 28, 2026, at Westwood Hills Health and Rehab.

She was born on March 24, 1933, to George Thornton and Velva (Nelson) Thornton.

She was married to the late Chester L. Moore, Jr. for 52 years, with whom she raised Steven and Kelly. Later in life, she found love again...

Harold Lee Miller

Harold Lee Miller

Jan 21, 2026

Harold Lee Miller, 66, of Broseley, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center.

He was born on February 4, 1959, in Bernie, Missouri, to Pat Miller and Mattie (Frazier) Miller. On May 1, 1999, Harold married Letita Boley.

He was a long-time resident of Butler County. Harold enjoyed fishing, camping, watching T.V. especially westerns; and...

Anita Kay Holmes

Anita Kay Holmes

Jan 19, 2026

Anita Kay Holmes, 71, of Dexter, Missouri, passed away on Monday, January 19, 2026, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center.

She was born on September 8, 1954, in Flint, Michigan, to Murel Leek and Glenda (Thorn) Leek.

Anita was a long-time resident of Dexter, Missouri. She was a member of the Stoddard County Historical Society. She enjoyed looking up genealogy and spending...

Syreda Barwick

Syreda Barwick

Jan 14, 2026

Syreda Witte Barwick, 70, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday January 14, 2026, at Swift Creek Residential Care in Poplar Bluff.

Syreda, the daughter of the late Hardin and Ila Witte was born on May 13, 1955, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. She was a caring and dedicated member of the First Methodist Church where she was an organist and...

Rosemary Jean Rone

Rosemary Jean Rone

Jan 13, 2026

Rosemary Jean Rone, 87, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, January 13, 2026.

She was born on May 19, 1938 in Myrtle, Missouri, to William Frank Ramsey and Minnie (Rook) Ramsey. On June 15, 1955, Rosemary married Gerald Max Rone.

Rosemary was a long-time resident of Poplar Bluff, Missouri. She was of the Baptist faith and a member of Collins Chapel...

Joe Leon Abney

Joe Leon Abney

Jan 10, 2026

Joe Leon Abney, 81, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center.

He was born on May 10, 1944, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, to Floyd Abney and Bessie (McCury) Abney. On November 4, 1972 Joe married Dorothy Head.

He was a long-time resident of Poplar Bluff. He was of the Baptist faith and...

Deanie Waite

Deanie Waite

Jan 8, 2026

Deanie Waite, 90, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away Thursday, January 8, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on August 5, 1935, in Shelbina, Missouri, to Virgil Todd and Myrtle (Boling) Todd. On March 5, 1954, Deanie married Max Waite.

Deanie was a long-time resident of Poplar Bluff, Missouri. She was a member of the 1st United Methodist Church...

James Edward Vance

James Edward Vance

Jan 4, 2026

James (Jim) Edward Vance, 86, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away on January 4, 2026, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center surrounded by his loved ones.

He was born on January 6, 1939, in Logan County, West Virginia, to Dewey Vance and Elizabeth “Lizzie” (Adkins) Vance. He graduated from Man High School in Man, West Virgina. On February 9, 1961, he...

Ronald Lynn Hicks

Ronald Lynn Hicks

Dec 30, 2025

Ronald Lynn Hicks, 67, of Ellsinore, Missouri, passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2025, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.

He was born on Feb. 24, 1958, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri to Noah (Robert) Hicks, Jr. and Mary (Gore) Hicks.

He was a long-time resident of Southeast Missouri. Ronald loved going fishing and hunting; and he enjoyed spending time with his family.

Ronald is survived...

Betty Sue Dover

Betty Sue Dover

Dec 25, 2025

Betty Sue Dover, 77, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away Thursday, December 25, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on May 21, 1948, in Jericho, Arkansas, to Joseph (Jody) Vaughn and Inez (Reece) Vaughn. On September 8, 1979, Betty married Jearald Dover.

Betty was a long-time resident of Poplar Bluff, Missouri. She enjoyed reading, shopping, coloring, playing games on...