Obituaries

Feb 9, 2025

John Mark Hall, a devoted husband, loving father, cherished Papa, and respected agricultural aviator, passed away peacefully Feb. 9, 2025, at the age of 66 after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Though the disease may have taken his memories, it could never take the love he gave, the lessons he imparted, or the lasting impact he left on...

Feb 5, 2025

Shirley Joyce White, 76, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri passed away in her home surrounded by her loving family on February 5, 2025.

Shirley was born February 9, 1948, to Elbert Allen Ogden and Minnie (Middleton) Ogden.  On February 16, 1963, she married James Carl Whie, he preceded her in death in 2014.

She had a...

Feb 4, 2025

Ralph Edward Allison, 84, of Garland, Texas passed away Tuesday, February 4, 2025.

He was born on May 15, 1940, in Tarentum, Pennsylvania, to Wesley “Leroy” Allison and Elizabeth (Hazlett) Allison.  Ralph married Evelyn Gaston on July 25, 1964, in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.

Ralph attended Woodcreek Church in Richardson and was a member of First United...

Feb 4, 2025

Norma Jean Taylor Kester, 68, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at Oakdale Caring Center.

She was born on November 25, 1956, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri to Perry Taylor and JoAnna (Bischoff) Taylor.

Norma was a long-time resident of Bernie.  She enjoyed sewing, and collecting knick-knacks.  She especially enjoyed spending time...

Jan 24, 2025

Odell Wright III, 58, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri passed away on January 24, 2025

He was born on July 15, 1966, in Malden, Missouri, to Odell Wright II and Lillie (Frank) Wright.

Odell was a hard-working man.  He loved to play his lottery tickets and enjoyed his scooter bikes.  He especially loved spending time with...

Jan 19, 2025

Carolyn Sue Seesengood Kearbey, 75, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri passed away peacefully in her home on Sunday, Jan, 19, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Carolyn was born Feb,24, 1949 to Elmer Seesengood and Mary Jaco.

Carolyn was a member of Twin Springs Baptist Church of Poplar Bluff.  She dedicated many years to the nursing...

Jan 7, 2025

Robert Arthur Marshall, 65, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025 in his home surrounded by his loving family.

He was born Sept. 6, 1959, in Poplar Bluff to Tom and Clyte (Lacy) Marshall.

Robert was of the Pentecostal faith.  Robert enjoyed fishing, camping, hunting, and playing pool.  He was a member...

Jan 5, 2025

Keith Marvin Dumas, 65, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away Sunday, January 5, 2025.

He was born November 11, 1959, in Hurley, Michigan, to Daniel John and Betty (Denmin) Dumas.

Keith was a long-time resident of Poplar Bluff.  He enjoyed working on cars, riding his Harley, going camping, and watching old T.V. shows. Keith served...

Jan 4, 2025

Mary Earlene Crabtree, 92, passed away surrounded by her family on January 4, 2025, in Rochester Hills, Michigan. She, and her late twin sister, May Pauline, were born in Hillard, Missouri on June 17th, 1932. Mary was also preceded in death by her two brothers, Joe Lee and James Denton, (Wanda). Mary grew up on a farm in Broseley,...

Jan 1, 2025

Elizabeth Cunningham Hyde Nutter, 78 years of age, went home to be with the Lord on January 1, 2025.

Born in Montgomery, Alabama, Beth lived a full and adventurous life.  She was a life-long member of Holy Cross Episcopal Church.  During high school she was a talented trumpeter, and she played piano until she could no longer...

Dec 26, 2024

Betty Joan Crabtree, 98, of Wichita, Kansas, passed away December 26, 2024.

Betty was born on November 5, 1926, in Williamsville, Missouri, to Floyd Jones and Osa (Dees) Jones.  She married Ward Crabtree on August 28, 1949.

She attended New Spring Church.  Betty enjoyed gardening, exercising, bicycle riding, doing crossword puzzles, canning what she grew...

Dec 25, 2024

Terry Wayne Withrow, 71, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 25, 2024 at Aspire Nursing Home.

He was born June 24, 1953, in Butler County, Missouri, to Earl Withrow and Lorene (Mayes) Withrow.

He served in the United States Navy.  Terry enjoyed fishing, playing basketball, woodworking, working on cars.  He especially enjoyed spending...

Dec 25, 2024

Dorothy (Sue) Brady Stonecipher McGowen was born July 3, 1935, in Charleston, Missouri to Owen and Lilly Brady.

Sue was married to James Stonecipher September 17, 1954. While married to James the couple enjoyed spending time at Cloud 9 and taking trips with nephew Joe and wife Iris.  He proceeded her in death October 16, 2005, after...

Dec 24, 2024

Joseph Morgan Traughber, 37, of Essex, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 24, 2024, in his home.

He was born March 13, 1987, in Little Rock, Arkansas.

Joseph attended Spirit and Truth Worship Center in Bloomfield.  He loved spending time with family, making knives, playing guitar, and going on family trips.  He was a dreamer of...

Dec 22, 2024

Gary Edward Stage, 57, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away Sunday, December 22, 2024, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center.

He was born February 28, 1967, in Poplar Bluff to Ronald Stage and Anna (Garrison) Stage.

Gary enjoyed fishing, hunting, and he loved to ride his Harley.

Gary is survived by two brothers,...

Dec 15, 2024

Anna Louise Greenlee, 72, of Williamsville, Missouri, passed away December 15, 2024, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center.

Anna was born March 20, 1952, in Vernon County, Wisconsin to Abel Siverhus and Patricia (Helgerson) Siverhus

She was of the Christian faith.  Before coming to Williamsville she lived in Beloit, Wisconsin for many years.  Anna was...

Dec 11, 2024

Robin Alan Ganus, 64, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center.

He was born February 11, 1960, in Rockford, Illinois, to James Eugene Ganus and Genny (Jackson) Crabb.

He enjoyed telling stories to anyone that would listen, he was a jokester, he enjoyed going fishing, collecting...

Dec 7, 2024

Gladys Paulette Hardin, 73, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away Saturday, December 7, 2024, in her home.

Paulette was born May 1, 1951, in Michigan, Indiana, to Arthur Smith and Josie Nadine Chesser.

She was of the Baptist faith and a longtime resident of Poplar Bluff.  Paulette enjoyed doing crossword puzzles, watching TV, and taking...

Dec 5, 2024

Quita Lilena Mahoney, 55, of Athens, Alabama, passed away Thursday, December 5, 2024, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.

Quita was born March 27, 1969, in Phoenix, Arizona, to Roy “Smokey” Mahoney and Nancie (Hart) Mahoney.

She grew up in Yuma, Arizona and was a barrel racer in her younger days.  Quita would also show her standard...

Dec 4, 2024

Melodie Rae Stevens, 75, of Greenville, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, December 4, 2024.

Melodie was born June 26, 1949 in Oroville, California, to Bill Bennett, Jr. and Faye Ann (Hipes) Bennett.

She enjoyed gardening, hunting with her husband, fishing with her mother.  Melodie especially loved spending time with her family and friends and taking care...