Remembering Loved Ones in Poplar Bluff

Honoring the Lives of Those We’ve Lost

Clarence Wright

Clarence Wright

Feb 15, 2026

Clarence David Wright, Greenville, MO, 85, was born November 20, 1940 in McCrory, Arkansas. Clarence passed away February 15, 2026.

Clarence was preceded in death by his 4 brothers and his son, David L. Wright and daughter Rebecka Burden. He is survived by 1 son Donald Wright, 2 daughters Kathy Stanley and Brenda Szilagyi (John) and 14 grandkids, 24 great grandkids...

James Lee Sisson Sr.

James Lee Sisson Sr.

Feb 14, 2026

James Lee Sisson Sr., 73, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

James was born on March 20, 1952, in Bragg City, Missouri, to Farist Sisson and Elizabeth (Crafton) Sisson. He was the youngest of thirteen children: Lilburn, Dorothy, Mary, Stella, David, Thomas, Carl, Sheila, Louise, Betty, Sissy, and Baby.

On April 4,...

Wanda FOWLER

Wanda FOWLER

Feb 13, 2026

Wanda Sue Fowler, age 82 a resident of rural Fisk, MO died Friday, February 13, 2026, at Memory Lane in Dexter, MO.

Born May 20, 1943, in Poplar Bluff, MO to the late Ross and Belle Vandermark. She was a faithful follower of Jesus Christ, loving wife, mom, grandma, and great grandma.

On June 22, 1961, she married David Lee Fowler, who...

AL Kearby

AL Kearby

Feb 4, 2026

AL Kearby, 91, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on February 04, 2026, at Westwood Hills Healthcare in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.

AL was born on January 31, 1935, to Elisha and Sara Kearby in Poplar Bluff, MO.

He was married to Marry Kearby for 49 years.

AL enjoyed hunting and fishing, he was a member of the carpenters union, and served in the...

Justin Head

Justin Head

Jan 31, 2026

Justin Eugene Head, 51, of Williamsville, MO passed away on January 31, 2026, at his home in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.

Justin was born on August 10, 1974, to Kenneth and Patricia Head in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.

Justin enjoyed watching pro wrestling, reading comics, and working out at the gym.

Justin is survived by His brother Anthony Head and daughter Kaitlyn Head.

Justin was preceded...

Lelia Hopson

Lelia Hopson

Jan 28, 2026

Lelia Mae Hopson was born April 4, 1935, to Dorothy Smith and Oscar Bennett in Green Brier AR.

Lelia was baptized at Shady Grove MB Church in Hermandale, MO; the family moved to Poplar Bluff, MO in 1950.

Although the marriage did not last, Roger Hopson and Lelia Hopson had four beautiful children and shared his son.

She was a member of New...

Lorene Virginia Russell

Lorene Virginia Russell

Jan 26, 2026

Lorene Virginia Russell, 95, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on January 26, 2026, at Aspire Caring Center in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.

Lorene was born on May 21, 1930, to George and Ella (Hayes) McPheeters in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. She married Oral "Jack" Russell on July 4, 1952, in Piggott, AR., he preceded her in death April 10, 1995.

Lorene was a...

Sandra Jo Landwersiek

Sandra Jo Landwersiek

Jan 26, 2026

Sandra Jo Landwersiek (nee Fiske), or as most knew her as "Miss Sandy", gladly met her Savior and LORD on January 26, 2026, at Cedargate Health Care in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. She attained the age of 72.

Sandra was born the first daughter of James Columbus Fiske and Georgia Belle Fiske (nee Knott) on August 15, 1953, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri....

Debra Wells

Debra Wells

Jan 25, 2026

Debra Wells, 70, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on January 25, 2026, at her home in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.

Debra was born on September 28, 1955, to Loniel and Mildred Franklin in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.

Debra was married to David Wells for 53 years

Debra enjoyed to listen to music, enjoyed to cook, photography, and spend time with her beloved family.

Debra is...

Braden Michael Leroy Cates

Braden Michael Leroy Cates

Jan 18, 2026

Braden Michael Leroy Cates, 18, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on January 18, 2026, at his home in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.

Braden was born on January 6, 2008, to Michael Cates and Ashley Gulledge in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.

Braden Michael Leroy Cates enjoyed playing video games, basketball, pretty much anything with a motor in it, he loved. He enjoyed life with...

John Richard Robbins

John Richard Robbins

Jan 12, 2026

John Richard Robbins, 85, of Poplar Bluff, MO went to his heavenly home on January 12, 2026 at Westwood Hills Healthcare in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.

John was born on February 24, 1940 to Rouda and Ida( Knott) Robbins in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. He married Dorothy Jean Jerrolds on August 19, 1960, in Hayti, MO., she survives.

John was an all around...

Janell Allred

Janell Allred

Jan 9, 2026

Janell Jusine Allred, 74, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on January 09, 2026, at her home in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.

Janell was born on July 26, 1951, to John and Jackie Whitford in St Louis, Missouri.

Janell was married to Stephen Allred in 1975, they were married in Poplar Bluff Mo.

Janell loved her husband and family more than anything, and her...

Stephanie McAnulty

Stephanie McAnulty

Jan 9, 2026

Stephanie Lynn McAnulty, 70, of Poplar Bluff, MO Graduated to her eternal reward on January 09, 2026, at her home in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.

Stephanie was born on June 17, 1955, to O. B. and Nancy Hyatt, in Long Island, New York. She was married to Ken McAnulty.

Stephanie was a jewelry designer, she was owner of Divine Designs in Poplar Bluff,...

Diane Marie Dowd

Diane Marie Dowd

Jan 8, 2026

Diane Marie Dowd, 75, of Poplar Bluff, MO went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on January 08, 2026 at St. Louis University Hospital in Saint Louis, Missouri.

Diane was born on February 5, 1950 to J. L McGarrity and Veda (Hafford) Nagy in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. She married Larry Dowd on July 3, 1994, he survives.

Diane worked...

Tommie Steward

Tommie Steward

Jan 1, 2026

Tommie Lou Steward, 84, of Poplar Bluff Missouri, passed away on January 1, 2026, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center in Poplar Bluff Missouri.

Tommie Lou was born on May 24, 1941, to Tom and Mary (Johnson) Ross in Portageville, Missouri. She married Nathan (Peter) Steward Sr. in 1964, at Catron Baptist Church.

Tommie Lou became a member of the Jehovah’s Witnesses...

Ronnie David Carl

Ronnie David Carl

Jan 1, 2026

Ronnie David Carl, 78, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri passed away on January 1st, 2026, at his home in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.

Ronnie was born on April 25th, 1947, to Junie and Elsie (Martin) Carl in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. He married Ruth (Arbuckle) Carl on December 23rd, 1967; she survives.

Ronnie was a devoted Christian. He served the Lord for many years as...

Paul Wilcox

Paul Wilcox

Dec 29, 2025

Paul Wilcox, 76, of Vanburen, MO passed away on December 29, 2025, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.

Paul was born on December 13, 1949, to Paul and Claudia Wilcox in Braggadocio, Missouri. He was married June the 16th 2001 to Roberta.

Paul enjoyed going fishing with his wife Roberta, he loved to find a good deal by...

Robert Huddleston

Robert Huddleston

Dec 26, 2025

Robert Huddleston, 66, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on December 26, 2025 at John J. Pershing VA Medical Center in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.

Robert was born on October 29, 1959 to Claude and Lillian Emma Huddleston.

Robert enjoyed cooking, reading, and martial arts, he was an active member of Cobblestone Christian Church and Robert was a veteran in the USA Air...

Frances Turnbow

Frances Turnbow

Dec 24, 2025

Frances Jane Turnbow, 83, of Piggot, AR passed away on December 24, 2025 at Pocahontas Health Care and Rehab in Pocahontas, Arkansas.

Frances was born on July 6, 1942 to Jessie and Ollie Craft in Bernie, Missouri.

Frances was a member of Cornerstone Tabernacle UPC Poplar Bluff MO

Frances is survived by Son Mark Turnbow and daughter in law Mary Turnbow , Grandchildren...

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