Obituaries

Dec 29, 2022

Dorothy Carleen Gowen, 79, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri completed her earthly journey Thursday, December 29, 2022, at her home with her loving family at her bedside.

In 1959 Dorothy married the love of her life, Bobby Gean Gowen in Poplar Bluff. He preceded her in death in 2014.

Dorothy, one of 10 children was born...

Dec 27, 2022

Herman James Eggers, 79, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on December 27, 2022 at his home in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.

Herman was born on October 1, 1943, to Herman and Frieda Mae (Smith) Eggers in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. He married Geneva Lucille Robbins on June 20, 1965 in a double wedding ceremony, along side Robert Perry...

Dec 27, 2022

Anna Belle Duncan, 103, formerly of Harviell, MO, passed away December 27, 2022, at St. Joe Manor in Bonne Terre, MO.

Anna was born on November 1, 1919, to the late Wilbur and Kate Steed in Willard, MO. She married the love of her life M.E. Duncan on November 5, 1936, in Bradford, Arkansas. He preceded her...

Dec 26, 2022

Carol Jean Schlitt, 71, of Poplar Bluff passed away December 26, 2022.  She was born June 20, 1951 to Robert and Theresa Schlitt.  Carol was a loving daughter, sister, aunt, niece, cousin and friend.

Carol enjoyed watching musical theater at the Muny Opera and Fox Theater in St. Louis.  She was a regular at BINGO for many...

Dec 25, 2022

Carolyn Joan Warren, 81, of Jackson, Missouri, formerly Poplar Bluff, passed away on Sunday, December 25, 2022, at Lutheran Home in Cape Girardeau.

Carolyn was born on March 31, 1941, to Donald and Geneva (Johnson) Lawson in Neelyville, Missouri. She married Bert Lee Warren Sr. on March 7, 1959, in Poplar Bluff, MO.

Carolyn was...

Dec 24, 2022

Barbara Brawner Mugford, 77, of Poplar Bluff, MO, formerly of Hopkinsville, Kentucky, passed away at 2:20 PM on December 24, 2022 at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center in Poplar Bluff, Missouri of natural causes. A private ceremony will be held at Riverside Cemetery in Hopkinsville, KY at a later date. A native of Hopkinsville, Kentucky, she was born December...

Dec 23, 2022

Katie Marie Loury, 81, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri passed from this life to her heavenly home Dec. 23, 2022, with loving family members at her side.

Katie was born June 23, 1941, to Lonnie and Arizona Roach.  She graduated from Poplar Bluff High School, received her LPN license in1971, and worked at Doctor’s Hospital and later for...

Dec 22, 2022

Kenneth L. Hartje, 85, passed away peacefully December 22, 2022, at New Hope Assisted Living in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. He was born March 4, 1937, in Reedsburg, Wisconsin. He was the youngest of seven sons born to Herman and Wilhelmina (Lucht) Hartje.

Ken graduated from Wonewoc-Center High School, class of 1955. He started driving truck at age...

Dec 21, 2022

Joshua Brock Lawson, 43, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away with his 4 legged friend, Tucker, on December 21, 2022 at his home in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Josh was born on June 23, 1979, to John and Deidre Lawson in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. He was engaged to be married on March 22, 2023, to the love of his life,...

Dec 20, 2022

Ruth Marie Barry, 83, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on December 20, 2022 at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Ruth was born on May 8, 1939 to John and Ruth Thurman (Boyer) in Tallulah Lake, California. Ruth had a devoted love for her church and children.  She will be truly missed by everyone. Ruth...

Dec 18, 2022

Charles Steven Wisdom, an amazing husband, father, MyPa, and friend to everyone, passed at the young age of 63 at his home of over 38 years in Poplar Bluff, Missouri on Sunday, December 18, 2022.  Steve was a true friend to all he came in contact with, he knew no strangers.

Steve was born in Poplar Bluff,...

Dec 13, 2022

Norma Mary Wilkinson, 84, of Overland Park, Kansas, and former resident of Poplar Bluff and St. Louis, Missouri, passed away peacefully Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2022, at Overland Park Regional Medical Center.

Norma was born in Watertown, Massachusetts on January 9, 1938. Her family later moved to Waltham, Massachusetts, where she graduated from high school. After graduation she...

Dec 13, 2022

Melissa Ann Stucker, 58, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri passed away in the early morning hours of Tuesday December 13, 2022, at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis.

She married the love of her life Timothy R. Stucker on September 30, 1982. He preceded her in death on June 14, 2019.

Melissa was born Nov. 28,...

Dec 12, 2022

Shonda Lynn Martin, 51, of Poplar Bluff, MO, passed away Monday, December 12, 2022.

Shonda was born on October 31, 1971, to David and Rose (Marshall) Allen in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Shonda is survived by two sons, Michael Allen and Anthony Little; father, David Allen; sister, Krystal (Jason) Dover; and four grandchildren.

Shonda...

Dec 8, 2022

Timothy Allen Morgan, 47, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away Thursday, December 08, 2022, at his home.

Tim was born on March 16, 1975, to Norman and Loretta (Medlin) Morgan in Poplar Bluff.

Tim wrestled and played football for Poplar Bluff all four years of high school. He qualified for the Missouri State Wrestling Tournament...

Dec 8, 2022

Norman Gayle Morgan, 76, of Poplar Bluff, MO, passed away Thursday, December 08, 2022, at his home.

Norman was born on August 31, 1946, to Albert and Lena (Johnson) Morgan in Morley, Missouri.

Norman was active in the Veterans of Foreign Wars, serving as Adjunct Commander of Post #5368 in Morley, Missouri. He also served...

Dec 8, 2022

Elvin (Sonny) Kneir, 93, of Williamsville, MO went home to be with the Lord on December 08, 2022, at his home in Williamsville, Missouri. Sonny was born on June 7, 1929, to Samuel and Minnie (Hawks) Kneir.  He married Mary Joyce (Vinson) on July 2, 1949, in Piggott Arkansas, and they were happily married for 73 years. Sonny was...

Dec 6, 2022

Brian Kelly McCoy, 52, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away Tuesday, December 06, 2022, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center.

Brian was born on May 27, 1970, to Richard "Talmadge" and Peggy (Watt) McCoy in Salem, Illinois.

Brian was full of life. His broad smile and sense of humor had a way of lighting up...

Dec 4, 2022

Gladys Charline Scott, 82, of Poplar Bluff, passed away peacefully Sunday, Dec. 4, 2022, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center.

Gladys was born Feb. 20, 1940, in Ellsinore. Missouri, the daughter of William and Nellie (Davis) Dorris. She was a homemaker and lifetime member of AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary Number 0029. Gladys also enjoyed playing bingo, planting flowers,...

Nov 30, 2022

R L Rittenberry, 71, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away Wednesday, November 30, 2022, at his home.

R L was born on May 2, 1951, to Phillip Rittenberry and Helen Reed Clark in Poplar Bluff.

R L was a dedicated family man and friend to many. He was a charismatic storyteller, and always left you...