Obituaries

Dec 9, 2024

Kenneth Earl Ruhl, 88, passed peacefully in his sleep on December 09, 2024, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Kenneth was born on May 2, 1936, to Earl and Geneva (Mixer) Ruhl in Liberty, Illinois.  He married Helena Mae (Watson) Ruhl on September 8, 1963, in Luray, Missouri. Kenneth grew up and worked on the family farm in Illinois. He served...

Dec 8, 2024

Lorene "Renie" Osborn, 84, of Poplar Bluff, MO, passed away Sunday, December 08, 2024, at New Hope Assisted Living.

Renie was born on April 01, 1940, to James and Ellen (Stout) Killian in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. She married Sonny Osborn on April 05, 1958, also in Poplar Bluff.

Renie was a faithful believer of her...

Dec 7, 2024

Carylon Faye Barker, 70, of Harviell, MO passed away on December 07, 2024, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center. Carylon was born on September 22, 1954, to Bill and Mae Gill in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.  She married Thomas Edgar Barker on May 15, 1971, in Harviell, Missouri. Carylon was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She never met...

Dec 4, 2024

Estellar Mae Williams, born on January 09, 1922, in Helena, Arkansas, to the late Charlie and Betty Harris. She passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by loved ones on Wednesday, December 04, 2024, at the age of 102. As the eldest of 9 siblings, Estellar’s life was marked by her deep faith and commitment to her community.

Dec 4, 2024

Sally Ann Yarbro, 72, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away, surrounded by her family on December 4th, 2024.

Sally was born on August 4, 1952, to Stan and Jewell Mae (Baumgardner) Bodine in Poplar Buff, Missouri. She married Jerry Yarbro on March 26, 1993, in Butler County.

Sally retired from the Poplar Bluff School District...

Dec 3, 2024

Rhonda Marie Sullivan, 60, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri passed away on December 03, 2024, at Cedargate Health Care in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Rhonda was born on August 8, 1964, to Tom Poole and Donna Clark in St. Louis, Missouri. Rhonda was a dedicated associate of Wal-Mart, with 15 years of service. She liked computer gaming, fishing, and watching T.V....

Dec 3, 2024

Olive “Anne” (Hopkins) Roberts was born on December 04, 1934, in Marked Tree, Arkansas, to John “Hop” and Gladys McClure Hopkins. She passed away on Tuesday, December 03, 2024, one day before her 90th birthday.

In 1952 Anne graduated from McCrory High School. She went on to graduate from Arkansas State University in 1956, where she met...

Dec 3, 2024

Cathy Drew Ice, 64 years old, passed away December 1st, 2024, at her daughter's residence located in Hartville, Mo. Cathy was born in Poplar Bluff, MO, to Jimmy and Maxine Ice. Cathy was married three times, but her first husband, Johnny Brumley, was her true love. Cathy and Johnny had two children, Alicia and Jacqueline. Cathy has six grandchildren...

Dec 2, 2024

Wilma Jean Mills, 86, of Poplar Bluff, MO, passed away Monday, December 02, 2024, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center.

Wilma was born on July 23, 1938, to Odist and Irene (Lawless) Low in Bragg City, Missouri. She married John Donald Mills on September 15, 1962, in Bernie, Missouri.

Wilma and Don enjoyed 61 years...

Dec 1, 2024

Robert "RJ" Boyers, 93, of Poplar Bluff, MO, passed away Sunday, December 01, 2024, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center.

RJ was born on August 13, 1931, to Ira and Clelah (Loge) Boyers in Hvam, Missouri. He married Donna (Casinger) Boyers on July 29, 1967, in Las Vegas, Nevada.

RJ was a member of the...

Nov 29, 2024

Bette Jo Williamson Hummel, 78, of Fairdealing, MO passed away, surrounded by her family, on November 29, 2024, at her home in Fairdealing, Missouri. Bette was born on October 17, 1946, to Samuel and Gladys Williamson in St. John, Indiana.  She married Dennis Hummel on December 18, 1964, in Griffith Indiana. In May 1970, their marriage was sealed at...

Nov 24, 2024

James Kenneth Glidewell, 94, of Poplar Bluff, MO, passed away Sunday, November 24, 2024, at Cedargate Health Care.

Ken was born on December 8, 1929, to Mack and Viola (Wray) Glidewell in Detroit, Michigan. He married Ruby Mae (Fuller) Glidewell, on March 17, 1950, in Piggott, Arkansas.

Ken was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting...

Nov 18, 2024

Jerry Dwain Skaggs, passed away on the evening of November 18, 2024, at the age of 85.  He was born on April 16, 1939, in Ruble, Missouri to Burnell and Lorene Skaggs.  Jerry was a loving father and a loyal friend with an easy smile, who never met a stranger.  He retired from United Parcel Service after 35 years. ...

Nov 18, 2024

J.C. Harwell, 91, passed away at Oakdale Care Center on November 18, 2024.

J.C. was born on November 15, 1933, to Fred Martin Harwell and Gertrude (Fisher) Harwell in Henderson, MO. He married Betty Sue (Thornton) Harwell on July 26, 1958.

J.C. received an Honorable Discharge from the United States Navy on December 05, 1961....

Nov 16, 2024

Phyllis Jane York, 69, of Hazard, KY, formerly Poplar Bluff, MO, passed away Saturday, November 16, 2024, at Hazard Regional Medical Center in Hazard, Kentucky.

Phyllis was born on January 22, 1955, to Robert and Pauline (Nixon) Wood in Poplar Bluff. After the passing of her father, she was raised by her mother and stepfather, William Carman....

Nov 13, 2024

Charles Ronald Thilman, 77, of Poplar Bluff, MO, passed away Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at his home.

Charles was born on May 18, 1947, to Charles and Ruth (Wunderlich) Thilman in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.

Charles was a proud member of the United States Army. He served in the Korean and Vietnam Wars. He was a...

Nov 12, 2024

Leland R. Duncan, 95, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at his home surrounded by family, due to complications from lymphoma.

Leland was born November 9, 1929, on a farm in Van Buren County, Arkansas, to Enoch and Julia (Lane) Duncan. It was the Depression era, and Leland grew up chopping cotton and...

Nov 11, 2024

Retired USAF/TSGT Rex Ellis Titus, 66 passed away on November 11, 2024, at his home in Poplar Bluff, MO.

Rex was born on September 29, 1958, to Gerald and Wyzetta (Gaunt) Titus in Pikeville, Kentucky. He joined the United States Air Force after his high school graduation in 1976 and spent 20 years stationed in various places...

Nov 7, 2024

David Michael Jones, 64, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri passed away on November 07, 2024, in Qulin, Missouri. David was born on January 31, 1960, to Frederick and Barbara (Phair) Jones in Culver City, California.  He married Rizalina Calayo on July 22, 1993. David was very passionate about electronics and technology both new and old. He had a plethora of...

Nov 7, 2024

Bobby Joe Creason, 77, of Naylor, MO, passed away Thursday, November 07, 2024, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center.

Bobby was born on December 04, 1946, to Glen and Irene (Spencer) Creason in Risco, Missouri. He married Cynthia Collins in May of 1998.

Bobby was a member of the United States Army and was also...