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03/13/2026

Randy Lee Curd of Dudley, Missouri, was born on October 19, 1957, to the late Bonnie and Laura (Kerr) Curd in Poplar Bluff, Missouri and passed away on March 12, 2026 in Cape Girardeau, Missouri at the age of 68.

On March 22, 2008, Randy and Ruth Ann Morgan were united in marriage in Puxico, Missouri and she survives of the home.

Randy was a resident of Southeast Missouri for the entirety of his life, and attended Brown General Baptist Church In Puxico, Missouri. Randy enjoyed drag racing, trains, barbecuing, spending time with his friends and family and was always joking with others.

Surviving family include his wife, Ruth Ann Curd, of Dudley, Missouri, 2 brothers, Curt and Bill Ellis, 2 sisters, Theresa (Kenneth) Isaac, of Puxico, Missouri, and Kathy Ellis, as well as several nieces and nephews.

Randy was preceded in death by his parents and a cousin, Gary.

The visitation will be on Monday, March 16, 2026, at the Watkins and Sons Funeral Home in Puxico, Missouri, beginning at 5 P.M.

The funeral will be the following day, Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at the Watkins and Sons Funeral Home in Puxico, Missouri, beginning at 1 P.M.

Watkins and Sons Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

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03/10/2026

Larry Jennings was born November 23, 1945 to the late Paul and Estelle (Garner) Jennings and gained his angel wings on March 9, 2026. He was 80 years old.

Larry was a lifelong farmer who dedicated much of his life to raising livestock. In addition to farming, he also served his community through his work with the United States Postal Service. Larry was known as a neighbor to all—always willing to lend a helping hand to friends and neighbors at a moment's notice.

Larry was deeply committed to his community and served many years as a member of the Bell City R-2 School Board, where he worked to support and improve education for local families.

On February 22, 1976, Larry married the love of his life, Jenny. Together they built a life centered on family, faith, and hard work. Larry and Jenny shared 50 loving years together, raising their children and creating countless cherished memories.

Larry is survived by his beloved wife, Jenny Jennings of the home; his son, Ron (Tonya) Chapman of Corydon, Kentucky; and his daughter, Cheri (Jeanette) Chapman of Bell City, Missouri. He also leaves behind his grandchildren, Steven Chipman and Stephanie Chapman, and his great-grandchild, Ryan Patterson, who will continue to carry his memory forward.

Larry was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Estelle (Garner) Jennings, as well as one brother and two sisters.

Larry will be remembered for his hardworking spirit, his dedication to his family and community, and the kindness he showed to everyone he met. His presence will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Visitation will be held Thursday, March 12, 2026 from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm at Watkins and Sons Funeral Home in Bloomfield, Missouri.

Funeral Service will be held Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 1:00 pm at Watkins and Sons Funeral Home in Bloomfield, Missouri.

In Lieu of flowers please donate to the Parkinsons Foundation.

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03/09/2026

Joe L. Reynolds
Joe L. Reynolds was born on January 24, 1949, in Broseley, Missouri to the late Samuel and Pansy (Boone) Reynolds and passed away on March 8, 2026 in Wappapello, Missouri at the age of 77.
Joe was a member of the VFW and enjoyed hunting and fishing.
Surviving family include his children, Chris Reynolds, of Wappapello, Missouri and April Carpenter, of Florida, 5 grandchildren, 1 great-grandchild, and a sister, Pam McClure, of Dexter, Missouri.
A graveside service will be held at a later date at the Missouri Veterans Cemetery near Bloomfield, Missouri.

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03/06/2026

Katie Anna Tanks, of Dexter, was born on July 23, 1949, to the late Davis and Lillian (Davis) Pattison in Pennsylvania, and passed away on March 5, 2026 in Dexter, Missouri at the age of 76.

Kattie was of the Jewish-Baptist faith and enjoyed playing bingo.

Kattie is survived by her sons, Michael Fields and William fields, her foster children, Charles and Mary Powell, 10 grandchildren, and 1 great-great grandchild on the way.

Kattie was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Bradford Fields.

No further arrangements have been made at this time.

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02/25/2026

Jerry Lee Seabaugh was born October 4, 1937 in Cape Girardeau, Missouri to the late Paul & Ethel Seabaugh and passed away on February 23, 2026 in Conroe, Texas at the age of 88 years old.

On December 15, 2001, Jerry Seabaugh and Tlarrissa Melton were united in married and she preceded him in death on October 12, 2024.

Jerry was a 1955 graduate of Bloomfield High School and a veteran of the United States Air Force, where he served four years before his honorable discharge in October of 1962. After his discharge, Jerry began a lifelong career as an over-the-road truck driver with his dad Paul, and then an owner-operator himself. He spent over forty-five years driving his trucks in every state of the continental US. He was a retired Teamster and loved his trucking life.

Jerry is survived by his three sons, Jerry Lynn Seabaugh (Dinah) of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, Chris Seabaugh (Billie Jo, deceased) of St. Joseph, and Jeffery Michuel Melton (Julie) of Cleveland, Texas and a daughter, Tammi Babcock (Paul) of Poplar Bluff, Missouri; ten grandchildren, seventeen great-grandchildren and his brother, Don Seabaugh of Cape Girardeau, Missouri.

A graveside service will be held Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 2:00 P.M. at the Missouri Veterans Cemetery in Bloomfield, Missouri.

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02/23/2026

Ricky Dale Barrick was born August 31, 1953 to the late Kenneth and Vella Marie Barrick and passed away on February 22, 2026 in Maryland Heights at the age of 72.

Ricky lived for a time in the St. Louis area and also in Arkansas. He enjoyed playing basketball and loved spending time at Six Flags St. Louis. He will be remembered for his love of sports, his enjoyment of life, and the time he shared with family and friends.

He is survived by two sisters, Imogene Cook of Desoto, Missouri and Patsy Baugher of Hillsboro, Missouri, along with other relatives and friends who will dearly miss him.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth and Vella Marie Barrick; and five brothers, Harold Barrick, Danny Barrick, Larry Barrick, Bobby Barrick, and Gary Barrick.

At this time, no services have been scheduled.

Ricky will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

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02/12/2026

Rodolfo Lara

Rodolfo Lara Rizo was born on January 3, 1966 in Rancho Las Raices, Municipio De Arandas, Jalisco, Mexico to Alfonso Lara Lopez and the late Maria Trinidad Rizo Leon and passed away in his home, surrounded by family, on February 9, 2026 in Dexter, Missouri at the age of 60.

On October 4, 1986, Rodolfo and Maria Guadalupe Jaime Jauregui were united in marriage and She survives of the home. In 1997 Rodolfo started in the food business and in 2014 Rodolfo took a leap of faith and opened his own restaurant, El Cabrito in Dexter, Missouri. In 2016 he opened his 2nd location in St. Roberts, Missouri and in 2024 opened his 3rd location in Anna, Illinois. He was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Dexter, Missouri and was very dedicated to his family. He enjoyed watching baseball and listening to mariachi music, his favorite artist being Vincente Fernandez.

Rodolfo wished to express a heartfelt Thank You to everyone in Dexter. With your support and patronage his life was possible. Thank You, Dexter.

Rodolfo is survived by his father, Alfonso Lara Lopez. His wife Maria Guadalupe Jaime Jauregui. Three daughters: Maria "Lupita" (Antonio) Aguirre, of St. Roberts, Missouri, Lucia (Antonio) Fino, of Dexter, Missouri, Rosa (Ruben) Lara, of St. Roberts, Missouri, and two sons: Jesus 'Chuy" (Cybil) Lara, of Dexter, Missouri, and Juan Lara, of Anna, Illinois, 11 grandchildren: Yoselin Fino, Anthony Fino, Mateo E. Lara, Janette Fino, Jesus Lara, Diego Lara all of Dexter, Missouri. Enrique Aguirre, Ethan Aguirre, Evelynn Aguirre, Mateo A. Lara and Ivan Estrada all of St. Roberts, Missouri, as well as three brothers and four sisters.

Rodolfo was preceded in death by his mother, Maria Trinidad Rizo Leon, a sister, Maria Del Refugio Lara Rizo, a granddaughter, Jacquelin Fino, and an infant sister, Maria Elena Lara Rizo.

Visitation will be held Friday, February 13, 2026 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Dexter, Missouri

A Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, February 14, 2026 at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Dexter, Missouri, beginning at 10 a.m. with christian burial following at the Dexter Cemetery in Dexter, Missouri.

In Lieu of Flowers, memorial donations may be made to the following: Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 18 Fore Life, and Elara Hospice Foundation.

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02/12/2026

Rodolfo Lara

Rodolfo Lara Rizo nació el 3 de enero de 1966 en Rancho Las Raíces, Municipio de Arandas, Jalisco, México, hijo de Alfonso Lara López y de la ya fallecida María Trinidad Rizo León. Falleció en su hogar, rodeado de su familia, el 9 de febrero de 2026 en Dexter, Missouri, a la edad de 60 años.

El 4 de octubre de 1986, Rodolfo y María Guadalupe Jaime Jáuregui contrajeron matrimonio, y ella le sobrevive en el hogar. En 1997 Rodolfo comenzó en el negocio de la comida y en 2014 dio un paso de fe al abrir su propio restaurante, El Cabrito, en Dexter, Missouri. En 2016 abrió su segunda ubicación en St. Robert, Missouri, y en 2024 abrió su tercera ubicación en Anna, Illinois. Fue miembro de la Iglesia Católica del Sagrado Corazón en Dexter, Missouri, y estuvo siempre muy dedicado a su familia. Disfrutaba ver béisbol y escuchar música de mariachi, siendo su artista favorito Vicente Fernández.

Rodolfo quiso expresar un sincero agradecimiento a todos en Dexter. Con su apoyo y preferencia, su vida y trabajo fueron posibles. Gracias, Dexter.

Le sobreviven su padre, Alfonso Lara López; su esposa, María Guadalupe Jaime Jáuregui; tres hijas: María "Lupita" (Antonio) Aguirre de St. Robert, Missouri; Lucía (Antonio) Fino de Dexter, Missouri; y Rosa (Rubén) Lara de St. Robert, Missouri; y dos hijos: Jesús "Chuy" (Cybil) Lara de Dexter, Missouri, y Juan Lara de Anna, Illinois.

También le sobreviven once nietos: Yoselin Fino, Anthony Fino, Mateo E. Lara, Janette Fino, Jesús Lara y Diego Lara, todos de Dexter, Missouri; Enrique Aguirre, Ethan Aguirre, Evelynn Aguirre, Mateo A. Lara e Iván Estrada, todos de St. Robert, Missouri; así como tres hermanos y cuatro hermanas.

Fue precedido en la muerte por su madre, María Trinidad Rizo León; una hermana, María del Refugio Lara Rizo; una nieta, Jacquelin Fino; y una hermana fallecida en la infancia, María Elena Lara Rizo.

La visitación se llevará a cabo el viernes 13 de febrero de 2026, de 4:00 p.m. a 8:00 p.m., con el rezo del Santo Rosario a las 7:00 p.m., en la Iglesia Católica del Sagrado Corazón en Dexter, Missouri.

La Misa de Funeral se celebrará el sábado 14 de febrero de 2026 en la Iglesia Católica del Sagrado Corazón en Dexter, Missouri, comenzando a las 10:00 a.m., seguida del sepelio cristiano en el Cementerio de Dexter en Dexter, Missouri.

En lugar de flores, las donaciones conmemorativas pueden hacerse a: Iglesia Católica del Sagrado Corazón, 18 Fore Life y Elara Hospice Foundation.

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02/03/2026

Elbert Fox, 79, of Wapappello, Missouri, passed away on February 2, 2026, in Puxico, Missouri. He was born on November 20, 1946, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, to Leonard Franklin Fox and Berta Lee (Bennett) Fox.

Elbert lived most of his life in Wapappello, Missouri, where he was a faithful member of New Life Baptist Church. He loved the outdoors and spent much of his time fishing, hunting, and trapping, activities he truly enjoyed.

He is survived by one son, Jefferson Fox of Jackson, Missouri; two granddaughters, Andie Fox of Jackson, Missouri, and Zoe Fox of Overland Park, Kansas; four brothers, Leon Fox of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, Leroy Fox of Bowling Green, Kentucky, Jim Fox of Wapappello, Missouri, and Bill Fox of Bloomfield, Missouri; and one sister, Kay Fox of Poplar Bluff, Missouri.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Leonard Franklin Fox and Berta Lee (Bennett) Fox.

Visitation will be held Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at the Watkins and Sons Funeral Home in Puxico, Missouri.

Funeral service will be held Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at the Watkins and Sons Funeral Home in Puxico, Missouri.

Burial following at Wapappello Cemetery.

01/27/2026

Ralph Edwin Conley

March 3, 1959 – January 18, 2026

Ralph Edwin Conley, age 66, passed away on January 18, 2026, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. He was born on March 3, 1959.

Ralph lived in this area all of his life and was a graduate of Puxico High School in Puxico, Missouri.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Jimmy Lee Conley and Fae Ellen Kyle.

Ralph is survived by his two children, Paula Conley and Michael Willard and his wife, Melinda, of Tennessee; six grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and one brother, James Conley of Poplar Bluff, Missouri.

Ralph will be remembered for the life he lived and the memories he shared with family and friends.

Visitation will be held on Friday, January 30, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Watkins and Sons Funeral Home in Puxico, Missouri.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, January 30, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at Watkins and Sons Funeral Home in Puxico, Missouri.

Burial will follow the service at Rock Hill Cemetery.

01/27/2026

John Robert Burns of Montgomery, Texas, passed away on January 22, 2026, at the age of 84. He was born on April 17, 1941, in Hayti, Missouri.

John served honorably in the United States Navy, entering active duty in April 1958 and retiring in March 1990. A Vietnam War veteran, he proudly served as a Navy Seabee. His naval career included assignments throughout the United States and overseas, including Vietnam, the Philippines, and Okinawa.

During his service, John was recognized for both heroism and sustained excellence. He was awarded the Navy Commendation Medal with Combat "V" for heroic achievement during combat operations in Vietnam. He also received multiple Navy Achievement Medals, along with numerous unit commendations, Good Conduct Medals, and expert weapons qualifications. His service reflected courage under fire, exceptional leadership, and unwavering dedication to mission and fellow service members, embodying the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.

John was married to Carolyn Jean Dowdy, with whom he shared 66 years of marriage. He was the devoted father of Danny Burns (wife Rhonda), Robert Burns (wife Tammi), Patty Burns, and James Burns (wife Irma). He was also the proud grandfather of six and great-grandfather of six. He will be remembered for his integrity, quiet strength, and devotion to family, and for a life defined by service, sacrifice, and commitment.

Funeral services will be determined.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Jude's Children's Hospital.

John Robert Burns will be deeply missed and honorably remembered.

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