Obituaries

Dec 25, 2025

Alta "Earline" Wilson, 86, of Portageville, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 25, 2025, at New Madrid Living Center in New Madrid, Missouri. She was born on September 29, 1939, in Pemiscot County to the late Clara B. Carter White and T.W. White.

Earline was united in marriage to Albert Brewer on April 18, 1957 he...

Dec 18, 2025

Joseph "Joey" Alan Blurton, age 34, of Wardell, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, December 18, 2025, in Corning, Arkansas. Born on August 2, 1991, in Blytheville, Arkansas, Joey was a beloved son, brother, and friend whose presence brought joy and laughter to everyone around him.

Joey had a passion for life that was evident in the things...

Dec 15, 2025

Florence "Flo" A. Slaughter

Flo Slaughter was a woman of warmth, kindness, and deep love for family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Barbara A. Morris Price and Walter Price; her beloved husband, Buford W. "Bud" Slaughter, whom she married on February 11, 1967, in Collinsville, Illinois; and her cherished grandson, Adam Sills....

Dec 12, 2025

Wanda Joyce Underwood, age 86, passed away peacefully on December 12, 2025, surrounded by those she loved. A devoted woman of faith, a tireless worker, and the heart of her family, Wanda leaves behind a legacy of love, service, and steadfast devotion to God and family.

Wanda was a lifelong believer in God and faithfully lived out...

Dec 9, 2025

Brenda Joyce (Creasy) Newton

Was born December 29, 1953, in Portageville MO to the late Noah C. Creasy & Mary Elizabeth (Hawkins) Creasy. She passed on Tuesday December 9, 2025 at Poplar Bluff Regional Hospital in Poplar Bluff MO at the age of 71 years, 11 months & 9 days.

She was united in marriage...

Dec 8, 2025

Willie Mae Young

Willie Mae Young, 84, of New Madrid, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 8, 2025, at Arbors at Westridge in Sikeston, Missouri. She was born on May 21, 1941, in Haleyville, Alabama, to the late Daisy Burnett Byrd and George Byrd.

Willie Mae spent her early childhood in the countryside near...

Dec 5, 2025

Angela Nicole Graham

Angela Nicole Graham was born on September 13, 1985, in Durango CO. to the late Peggy Roberts Graham & James Graham. She passed away on December 5, 2025, at Portageville MO, at the age of 40 years.

Preceding her in death was her mother, Peggy Roberts Graham, she was manger...

Dec 5, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Adrianne Nichole Helton age 35, a beloved mother, daughter, sister and friend. Adrianne departed this life on December 5th, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love and gratitude, we celebrate her life. She was a spirited individual whose vibrant energy and infectious smile brightened the lives of everyone...

Dec 3, 2025

In Loving Memory of Mark Edward Posey February 2, 1963 – December 3, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mark Edward Posey, age 62, of Portageville, Missouri, who departed this life on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, in his hometown.

Born on February 2, 1963, in Portageville, Mark was the...

Nov 26, 2025

Obituary for Shirley McTheeney

Shirley McTheeney, age 78, of Park Hills, Missouri, passed away on November 26, 2025, at Mercy South in St. Louis, Missouri. She was born on December 30, 1946, in Hayti, Missouri, to the late Mary Baker Hinton and Russell Eli Hinton.

Shirley lived a full life of 78 years, 10 months,...

Nov 23, 2025

In Loving Memory of Bonnie Bracey

(April 23, 1934 - November 23, 2025)

Boneese (Bonnie) Bracey, age 91 of Portageville, MO went to her heavenly home on November 23, 2025, at Chateau Girardeau in Cape Girardeau.

Born in McNairy County, TN, to C.J. and Lillie Russom James, Bonnie was married to Hilton L....

Nov 19, 2025

Jesse Allen Stewart was born on July 4, 1962 in Hayti, Mo. to the late Jaquata Yvonne Young & Tommie Lee Stewart. He passed away on Wednesday November 19, 2025 at New Madrid, MO, at the age of 63 years, seven months old and twelve days.

Preceding him in death was his parents, Jaquata Yvonne Young &...

Nov 18, 2025

Stephen Arthur "Steve" St. Mary, Jr, age 74 of Portageville, MO went to his Heavenly home on Tuesday, November 18, 2025.  He was born on May 6, 1951, in New Madrid, MO to the late Steve and Allie St. Mary.  He is survived by two sisters Marie Phillips (Don) of Jonesboro, AR, Betty Akins of Candler, NC and one...

Nov 17, 2025

Jerry Wendal Wallace, 78, of Hayti, Missouri, passed away peacefully at his family farm on November 17, 2025. Born in Cape Girardeau, Jerry was the son of Raymond and Lena Mae (Stafford) Wallace. A Ross High School graduate, he proudly served in the U.S. Air Force from 1966 to 1970, achieving the rank of Staff Sergeant and earning multiple...

Nov 13, 2025

John Glidewell Jr

John Glidewell Jr was born on July 11, 1943 in Lilbourn, MO. to the late John Glidewell Sr and Lavetta Lewis Glidwell. He passed away on Thursday November 13, 2025, at Prairie View Nursing Home Bloomfield, MO, at the age of 82 years.

He was united in marriage to Judy Beaher on...

Nov 13, 2025

Tom Penrod

Tom Penrod was born on March 25, 1949 in Portageville MO. to the late Maggie Moylan Penrod & Andy Penrod. He passed away on Thursday November 13, 2025 at Home in Portageville, at the age of 76.

Preceding him in death was his parents, Maggie Moylan Penrod and Andy Penrod, Also preceding him...

Nov 5, 2025

Buddy Gene Blagg

Buddy Gene Blagg was born on June 29, 1942, in Poplar Bluff, Mo. to the late Sybil Scott Blagg & Ralph Blagg. He passed away on Wednesday November 5, 2025, at Hayti, Mo, at the age of 83.

He was united in marriage to Nina Brooks, she preceded him in death in...

Nov 4, 2025

Matthew Paul Marler was born on December 1, 1982 in Kennett MO. to the late Terry Lynn Huett Marler & Thomas Marler. He passed away on November 4, 2025 at Home in Matthews MO, at the age of 43.

Preceding him in death was his mother, Terry Lynn Huett Marler. He worked on the farm, and he...

Nov 3, 2025

Kaniah Parrion Jennings

was born on February 25, 2007 to Laigita Jennings and Parish Craig at the Pemiscot Memorial Hospital in Hayti, MO She departed her young life at the age of 18 years old on November 3, 2025.

Kaniah enjoyed spending time with her sisters, whom was her best friends. If you saw Kaniah,...

Nov 2, 2025

Ruth Marie Via

Ruth Marie Via was born on July 1, 1957 in Hayti, MO. to the late Hazel Jones Via & John Via. She passed away on November 02, 2025 at her residence in Portageville, MO, at the age of 68 and 4 months.

Preceding her in death was her mother Hazel Jones on...