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04/08/2026

Helen Louise Vandeven, 91, of Marble Hill, Missouri died Monday, April 6, 2026 at St. Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau. She was born March 21, 1935 in Kelso, MO to the late Paul Joseph and Anna Helen Scherer Glastetter. She and Alvin Bernard Vandeven were married August 8, 1953 at St.…

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04/07/2026

April 15th is coming up fast - don't forget to complete your taxes!

04/06/2026

04/03/2026

Easter is a time for celebration, but children who have lost a loved one may struggle during this time. If your child is grieving, this article offers guidance on supporting them during the Easter season.

If your child has lost a loved one, this article provides guidance for supporting your grieving child during the Easter season.

04/03/2026

Good Friday reminds us of the ultimate act of a loving Father who would send His only Son to die that we might live.

03/31/2026

Patsy Gilder, 71, of Millersville, MO, passed away Saturday, March 28, 2026 due to an automobile accident.

She was born July 4, 1954, in Whitewater, MO, to Earl and Betty (Walker) Gilder.

She lived and worked on the family cattle farm all her life, something she really enjoyed.

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03/27/2026

Have you heard of funeral honorariums? If you haven't, check out this brief article that answers key questions about honorariums, including what they are and who receives them. And if you have more questions, just give us a call, and we'll provide the answers you need.

Did you know that an honorarium is customary when you perform specific roles at a funeral? Check out this article to learn more!

03/20/2026

The more personal a funeral service is, the more meaningful it will be for the entire family. To help your family brainstorm possible ways to create a truly one-of-a-kind final goodbye, check out this list of 10 ideas to consider. And if you don't find something that feels right, this list is only the beginning. We're happy to sit down with you and come up with even more ideas to create the perfect sendoff.

To be meaningful and healing, a funeral must be personal. Check out this article for 10 ideas to create a truly unique final tribute.

03/20/2026

Winter is past. Spring has come. After long and difficult winters, spring is a welcome change. Do you have any plans for this spring that you're looking forward to?

03/17/2026

The color green has long been associated with Ireland, so it makes perfect sense that we should wear green to honor St. Patrick's Day. Do you wear anything special to celebrate St. Patrick's Day?