Obituaries

Orlandus-Cushawn Eugene Cooper, Jr., a resident of Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2024, at Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, Georgia. Eugene was born Monday, July 14, 1986, to O.C. Cooper and Flora Fields Cooper in Poplar Bluff, Missouri...

Born Melba Charleen Smith on January 18,1933, in rural Dunklin County, Missouri, Charleen passed away October 6th, 2024, in Forsyth, Missouri, her home for the last 40 years.  Charleen was born the 6th child of Charles Spurgeon Smith and Trella Victoria Sorrells and grew up and graduated from the Risco, Missouri school system. ...

Kenneth Dewayne Johnson, 87 was born in Senath, MO on November 6th, 1937. He departed this earth on November 18th, 2024. Kenny was proceeded in death by his parents Ode and Ethel Johnson, sister Joyce (Bill) Holifield, Rose Tackeberry, and children Tracy and Chad Johnson...

Born Melba Charleen Smith on January 18,1933, in rural Dunklin County, Missouri, Charleen passed away October 6th, 2024, in Forsyth, Missouri, her home for the last 40 years.  Charleen was born the 6th child of Charles Spurgeon Smith and Trella Victoria Sorrells and grew up and graduated from the Risco, Missouri school system. ...

Orlandus-Cushawn Eugene Cooper, Jr., a resident of Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2024, at Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, Georgia.   Eugene was born Monday, July 14, 1986, to O.C. Cooper and Flora Fields Cooper in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. ...

Della Lee Launius Stone was born on February 10, 1936 in Senath, Missouri to Freeman and Sylvia Launius. She passed away on November 13, 2024 in Kennett at the age of 88 years. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Senath. Della was employed at Senath State Bank for twenty-seven years. She worked12 years in Senath. The last 15 years she worked at the Arbyrd branch and enjoyed her customers there...

Funeral Service for 87 year old Ruby Lowrance of Campbell will be Monday at 2 P.M. at Landess Funeral Chapel in Campbell. Burial will be at Woodlawn-Landess Addition Cemetery in Campbell. Mrs. Ruby Lowrance passed away Tuesday at St. Bernard Medical Center in Jonesboro. ...

Kay Francis Gilmer Cooper entered this world on August 1, 1934, the third child born to Odell Tommy Gilmer Lee with the providence and protection of God raised by her loving grandparents Fred and Jennie Gilmer, two of the founding members of Northside Missionary Baptist Church...

Kay Francis Gilmer Cooper entered this world on August 1, 1934, the third child born to Odell Tommy Gilmer Lee with the providence and protection of God raised by her loving grandparents Fred and Jennie Gilmer, two of the founding members of Northside Missionary Baptist Church...

Della Lee Launius Stone was born on February 10, 1936 in Senath, Missouri to Freeman and Sylvia Launius. She passed away on November 13, 2024 in Kennett at the age of 88 years. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Senath. Della was employed at Senath State Bank for twenty-seven years. She worked12 years in Senath. The last 15 years she worked at the Arbyrd branch and enjoyed her customers there...

Funeral Service for 87 year old Ruby Lowrance of Campbell will be Monday at 2 P.M. at Landess Funeral Chapel in Campbell. Burial will be at Woodlawn-Landess Addition Cemetery in Campbell. Mrs. Ruby Lowrance passed away Tuesday at St. Bernard Medical Center in Jonesboro. ...

Gary Lee “Digger” Martin, 68, of Millersville passed away Saturday, November 9, 2024, at his home. He was born November 29, 1955, in Bloomfield, son of Elmer and Vadola Overton Martin. He and Lois DeSpain were married on March 22, 1991, in Puxico. Gary was a 1974 graduate of Puxico High School. ...

John Howard Carney, 86, passed away November 7, 2024. He was born June 15, 1938, the son of Leonard and Irene McFarland Carney. Howard was a graduate of Kennett High School and then Drury College in Springfield, Missouri.  He taught school in Springfield, served six months in the Army Reserves, returned to Drury to complete his master’s degree and was a principal in several districts.  He later returned to Kennett to farm for several years, retired and lived in Florida until his death...

Gary Lee “Digger” Martin, 68, of Millersville passed away Saturday, November 9, 2024, at his home. He was born November 29, 1955, in Bloomfield, son of Elmer and Vadola Overton Martin. He and Lois DeSpain were married on March 22, 1991, in Puxico. Gary was a 1974 graduate of Puxico High School. ...

John Howard Carney, 86, passed away November 7, 2024. He was born June 15, 1938, the son of Leonard and Irene McFarland Carney. Howard was a graduate of Kennett High School and then Drury College in Springfield, Missouri. He taught school in Springfield, served six months in the Army Reserves, returned to Drury to complete his master's degree and was a principal in several districts. He later returned to Kennett to farm for several years, retired and lived in Florida until his death...

Robert Dan Neely of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, died November 3, 2024.  He was 96.  Dan was born Oct 6, 1928, in Senath, Missouri to Robert Dewey Neely and Annie Marie (Robinson) Neely.  He was the oldest of 3 boys.  Brothers Thomas Don and Dick Baldwin preceded him in death.  ...

U.S. Veteran   James (Jim) Walter Decker, Jr., son of the late James Walter Decker and Kathleen McBenge Decker, was born on Friday, February 8, 1946, in Steelville, MO and departed this life on Friday, November 1, 2024, at the Missouri Veteran’s Home in Cape Girardeau at the age of 78 years 8 months 24 days...

Janice Lynn Mullen was born at Kennett, MO, on March 19, 1964. She was raised on the farm near Gideon, MO. Her parents were S.E. “Jack” Mullen and Sylvia Lee Singleton Mullen who both preceded her in death Jan is survived by her sister Charlotte Mullen of Poplar Bluff, MO whom she lived with for the last 11 years; nephews, David Dixon (Sondra) of Springfield, MO and Matthew Dixon of Bluffton, South Carolina; brother, Sam Mullen (Carol Jean) of Wentzville, MO; niece, Sherry Felker (Kevin) of Old Monroe, MO and many cousins, 2 grandnieces, 1 grandnephew and 7 great grandnieces; close family friend Martha Elsworth and family and caregivers, Lucia Calvin and Gloria Porter.. ...

Linda Jean Short, age 81, of Springfield, Missouri, passed away on November 2, 2024, at The Maples Health and Rehabilitation. Linda was born to LLoyd and Gladys Renfroe on April 27, 1943 in St. Louis, MO. Linda was a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend. ...

Janice Lynn Mullen March 19, 1964 - November 2, 2024 Janice Lynn Mullen was born at Kennett, MO, on March 19, 1964. She was raised on the farm near Gideon, MO. Her parents were S.E. “Jack” Mullen and Sylvia Lee Singleton Mullen who both preceded her in death...

Jim Decker February 8, 1946 - November 1, 2024 U.S. Veteran James (Jim) Walter Decker, Jr., son of the late James Walter Decker and Kathleen McBenge Decker, was born on Friday, February 8, 1946, in Steelville, MO and departed this life on Friday, November 1, 2024, at the Missouri Veteran’s Home in Cape Girardeau at the age of 78 years 8 months 24 days...

Helen Bernice Landers, the daughter of Sam Handley and Esther Cunningham Handley, was born on August 9, 1933, in Caruthersville, MO.  On December 10, 1951, in Piggott, AR, she was united in marriage to Hugh F. Landers. He preceded her in death on February 16, 2005. ...

Jerry Martin Hosmer, 80, passed away peacefully at home October 27th in Poplar Bluff, MO. Son of Frieda Louise (Hyde) and Warren Jerome Hosmer, Jerry was born April 30th, 1944, in Hornersville, MO. He graduated from Hornersville High School as Valedictorian in 1963. ...

Senath Missouri resident Larry Joe Morgan passed away October 13, 2024 at the age of 77. He was preceded in death by his father Everett Morgan, mother Cassie Kelley Morgan, brother Jimmy Dale Morgan, and daughter Tamra Christine Morgan. He is survived by Christina Floyd- Morgan, sons Billy Joe Morgan (Cindy Gilmore), Larry Joe Morgan Jr (Melissa), daughter Cassie Collier, sister Myrna Lucas (Bob)...

Thomas Mack Vance, son of the late Thomas Steven Vance and Emma Helms Vance, was born January 7, 1961 at Dunklin County Memorial Hospital in Kennett, Missouri and departed this life on October 15, 2024  at the age of 63 years, 9 months and 8 days. Thomas had worked as a farm hand...

Bernice Landers August 9, 1933 - October 27, 2024 Helen Bernice Landers, the daughter of Sam Handley and Esther Cunningham Handley, was born on August 9, 1933, in Caruthersville, MO. On December 10, 1951, in Piggott, AR, she was united in marriage to Hugh F. Landers. He preceded her in death on February 16, 2005...

Senath Missouri resident Larry Joe Morgan passed away October 13, 2024 at the age of 77. He was preceded in death by his father Everett Morgan, mother Cassie Kelley Morgan, brother Jimmy Dale Morgan, and daughter Tamra Christine Morgan. He is survived by Christina Floyd- Morgan, sons Billy Joe Morgan (Cindy Gilmore), Larry Joe Morgan Jr (Melissa), daughter Cassie Collier, sister Myrna Lucas (Bob)...

Shirley Mae Gaskins, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2024, at the age of 89 in Kennett, Missouri. Born in St. Francis, Arkansas, in 1935, Shirley lived a life rich with love, laughter, and cherished family moments...

Thomas Mack Vance, son of the late Thomas Steven Vance and Emma Helms Vance, was born January 7, 1961 at Dunklin County Memorial Hospital in Kennett, Missouri and departed this life on October 15, 2024  at the age of 63 years, 9 months and 8 days. Thomas had worked as a farm hand. Survivors include: Sister: Angela B. Jones of Kennett Other relatives and many friends. Thomas was preceded in death by 3 brothers and 4 sisters There are no services planned at this time McDaniel Funeral Service of Kennett will be in charge of the arrangements. online condolences may be made at www.mcdanielfuneralservice.com

Shirley Ann Blades, 88 of Rolla, Missouri, passed away on Friday, October 18, 2024 at Parkside Assisted Living in Rolla, Missouri. Shirley, daughter of John Edward and Leota Belle Tuttle Hunt was born on Tuesday, September 8, 1936 in Malden, Missouri.

Shirley was artist who enjoyed china painting and drawing with pencil and chalk. ...

Gerald Alton “Jerry” Ross Jr, age 62, went home to be with the Lord at 3:26 am, Friday, October 18, 2024, surrounded by loved ones at Mercy Hospital, Joplin, MO following a long illness. Jerry was born February 12, 1962, in St. Louis, MO. His parents were Gerald Alton Ross Sr, and Wilma Dean “Haywood” Ross. He moved to Joplin 26 years ago from Piggott, AR with his wife and children...

Paul Wayne Johnson, Sr. 69 of Campbell, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at his residence in Campbell, Missouri. Paul, son of Morris Edward and Minnie Marie Househole Johnson, was born on Wednesday, November 17, 1954 in Malden, Missouri...

Campbell ~ Paul Wayne Johnson, Sr. 69 of Campbell, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at his residence in Campbell, Missouri. Paul, son of Morris Edward and Minnie Marie Househole Johnson, was born on Wednesday, November 17, 1954 in Malden, Missouri. He was a retired factory worker and was of the Baptist faith. On February 14, 2013, in Campbell, Missouri, he was united in marriage to Corrinia Lynn Howard. She survives. Other survivors include sons, Terry Johnson, Timothy Johnson and Russell Johnson all of Alabama, Paul Wayne Johnson, Jr. of Campbell; brother, Jeff E. Johnson of Campbell and sister, Sarah Jane Brent of Michigan. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Gill Johnson, JW Brewer; sisters, Linda Steen, Faye Marie Johnson, Annie Marie Johnson of Kennett, Patsy Johnson and two infant sisters. Visitation will begin at 1 p.m., Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at the Landess Funeral Chapel in Campbell, Missouri, funeral service beginning at 2 p.m., with Reverend William Hill officiating. Burial will follow at Stanfield Cemetery in Clarkton, Missouri. Landess Funeral Home and Crematory of Campbell are in charge of the arrangements.

Geneva Counts, daughter of the late Zeno William Counts and Lorene (Mitchell) Counts, was born December 29, 1932 and departed this life on October 15, 2024 at the age of 91 years, 9 months and 16 days. Geneva was an Associate Assistant for the Sheltered Workshop in Kennett...

Jackie Ray Wrinkle of Bartlett, Tennessee was born on March 19, 1942 to Joe Bryant and Dorothy Marie Wrinkle of Gideon, Missouri, He was the eldest of 13 children. He died on October 4, 2024, in Bartlett, Tennessee. He was baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses on November 14, 1969, in Jefferson City, Missouri, He has been a faithful servant Jehovah God almost 55 years and served as an elder and regular pioneer for many of them. ...

Frank Vogler December 21, 1970 - October 12, 2024 Frank Vogler, a resident of Cape Girardeau, was born on Monday, December 21, 1970, and departed this life on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at his residence in Cape Girardeau at the age of 53 years 9 months 22 days. Services will be held Monday, October the 21st at 6pm at Fathers Arm Fellowship Scott City MO with Rev. Kenny Strong and Jimmy Lee Russell with the eulogy. Powell Funeral & Cremation Services, Kennett is in charge of arrangements.

Anita Jo Brogden left this world on October 13, 2024, at the age of 80 years. Anita Jo was born June 1, 1944, in Caruth, Missouri, to Emma Jo and Billy Horner. Anita Jo met the love of her life and beloved husband, Ronny and they married on March 7, 1965. They have three children: Leah Jo Wallace of Kennett, Missouri, LaGaye Coffee (Jeff) of Bentonville, Arkansas and Neil Brogden (Alisa) of Stonewall, Louisiana...

Everett Raymon Marchbanks, son of the late James Freddie Marchbanks and Nilie (Lowe) Marchbanks, was born September 20, 1928, in the Silverdale Community of Arbyrd, Missouri and departed this life on October 10, 2024 at the age of 96 years and 20 days. Everett married Elma Jean Cullum Marchbanks on October 19, 1946. Elma Jean preceded Everett in death January 19, 1920...

Waunice Cornelia Turman, née Vaughn, affectionately known as Nicky, passed away peacefully in Largo, Florida, at 97, on September 1, 2024. Nicky was born on July 8, 1927, in Glenwood, Ark.  Nicky is survived by a loving family, including her daughters, Pamela Yvonne Skyrme of Dunedin, Fla., Janet Leigh Presley of Dewitt, Ark., and Lisa Gaye Wilson of Great Falls, Mont.; her son, Gregory Stanley Turman (Kim) of Palm Harbor, Fla.; and her sister, Lana S. ...

George Henry Moore, also known as Buddy, made his transition to Heaven, meeting Jesus healed and healthy, Thursday, September 26, 2024, at the age of seventy-four.  He was born April 1, 1950, in Kennett, Missouri, to Arvil George “Ty” and Violet Maudie Lorene Moore, who preceded him in death. ...

Kay (McPheeters) Ables, of Malden, Missouri, was born July 31, 1945, and took her journey home to heaven September 28, 2024, at 79 years of age. She was born to the late William “Bill” and Genevieve McPheeters, and grew up in Malden and Campbell, Mo. On December 19, 1980 she married her late husband, Don Ables...

For anyone interested, There will be a memorial service for Meg Benson on Friday, October 4 at 3:00 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church of Kennett, 222 N. Main Street.

Doyle Jackson Lemings, the son of the late Velvert Jackson Lemings and Bonnie Dillard Pruett Lemings, was born September 15, 1940, in Hattieville, Arkansas. He was a United States Air Force veteran, serving in Vietnam.  On July 6, 1998, in Piggott, Ark., he was united in marriage to Carolyn Baker. She survives...

Gerald Duane Davis, a cherished husband, father, and brother, passed away on August 28, 2024, at the age of 78, while visiting in Montana. Duane was born on October 16, 1945, in Morrilton, Arkansas, son of the late Anual Garland Davis and Ava Lou Davis. ...

Peggy Sue Gammill, 83, of Springfield, Missouri, passed away September 12, 2024 at her home. Peggy was born to Sherman and Geraldine Coburn Hackworth March 8, 1941 in Leachville, Ark., and was raised in Kennett, Mo. Peggy was united in marriage to Tom Gammill May 12, 2008, in Nixa, Mo...

Gerald Woodrow Gentry, 87, of Senath, Missouri, passed away Sunday, September 15, 2024 at home surrounded by family. Gerald was born February 27, 1937, in Mississippi County, Arkansas, to Marshall and Edith Gentry. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Senath. ...

Ira Sue Eakins, 79, of Hillsboro, Missouri, died Sept. 14, 2024, at de Greeff Hospice House in south St. Louis County. Mrs. Eakins married her high school sweetheart, Buddy, and they spent 60 years together. Born Sept. 14, 1945, she was the daughter of the late Sam and Lessie Largent...

Lottie Mae (Haraway) Plumley, 96, the daughter of the late Parker Newton Haraway and Maudie Lee (Whitehead) Haraway, was born August 17, 1928 in Rogersville, Alabama, and went to be with her Lord on September 16, 2024 at Springhouse Village Assisted Living in Springfield, Mo...

Claude Franklin “Jack” Stone passed away on September 16, 2024 in Jonesboro, Arkansas at the age of 99 years, 10 months, and 27 days. Jack was born October 20, 1924 in Hornersville, Mo., to Claude and Janie Helton Stone. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Senath...

On Saturday, September 7, 2024 the arms of Jesus opened and Shirley Shelton, a godly Apostolic lady, accepted her invitation to come home. She escaped this life after having her family near her bedside for the final days on this earth. Shirley Nell Shelton, daughter of the late Arnold Ben and Effie Norma Little, was born February 16, 1939 in Guy, Arkansas. ...