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Janea Marie White, 51, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri passed away February 13, 2026 at her residence.Janea was born April 20,...
02/16/2026

Janea Marie White, 51, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri passed away February 13, 2026 at her residence.

Janea was born April 20, 1974 in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, to Kenneth Ray Helton and Eva Jane Heaton (Johnson) who both preceded her in death.

She had a passion for Jesus and helping others on their walk through recovery. She loved spending time with her family, especially her new grandson. She also enjoyed being near the water, hummingbird bird watching, and going thrifting.

Janea is survived by her daughter, Shelly (Colter) Gaebler, grandson Dale Gaebler, brother Tony (Belinda) Metcalf, and former husband Greg White.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Recycling Grace Women’s Center.

Barbara Ann Rommel, 65, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, February 5, 2026, in her home surrounded by ...
02/06/2026

Barbara Ann Rommel, 65, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, February 5, 2026, in her home surrounded by her loving family.
She was born on June 22, 1960, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, to Raymond Hillis and Gladys (Page) Hillis. In 1983 Barbara married Archie Dwayne Rommel.
Barbara lived in Southeast Missouri all of her life. She enjoyed fishing, being outside. Sewing, spending time with her friends and family, especially her grandchildren.
Barbara is survived by her son, James Hillis of Poplar Bluff; her daughter, Felicia Rommel of Poplar Bluff; two step-sons, Anthony (Angela) Rommel, and Michael (Tammy) Rommel; one brother, Thomas Eugene (Rhonda) Hillis of Poplar Bluff; four grandchildren, Kimberly Hillis, Mea Brannon, Lauren Phelps, and Landon Phelps; one great granddaughter, Willow Grace Brannon; four step-grandchildren, Justin Rommel, Ashton Rommel, James Rommel, and Kayden Rommel. Barbara is preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Gladys Hillis; her husband, Archie Dwayne Rommel; four brothers, Jr. Hillis, Charlie Hillis, Frank Hillis, and William Hillis; and four sisters, Sharon Dunn, Louise McNamee, Betty Robertson, and Edith Robertson. A host of family and friends also survive.
Graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. on February 12, 2026 at Little Brushy Cemetery at 8348 Missouri T, Wappapello, MO 63966. Fitch-Hillis Funeral Home is assisting with all funeral arrangements.
Condolences may be made online at www.fitchhillisfh.com or on the Fitch-Hillis page.

Jackie June Walker, 67, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2025, at Westwood Hillis Nursing ...
02/06/2026

Jackie June Walker, 67, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2025, at Westwood Hillis Nursing Home.
She was born on November 25, 1958, in Granite City, Illinois, to John Gancheff and Jimmie (Barker) Gancheff. In December 2009 Jackie married Terry Walker.
Jackie was of the Baptist faith. She enjoyed camping, canoeing, being outdoors. She especially loved spending time with her family.
Jackie is survived by her father, John Gancheff; two sons, Jason (Sadie) Johnson, and Stephen (Bre) Walker; one daughter Amber (Mike Marteness) Richardson; two brothers, Steve Gancheff, and Joseph Gancheff; and three sisters, Dorothy Gancheff, Cathy (Bob) Gisi, and Sandy Ramsey-Barker; ten grandchildren; and one great grandchild. Jackie is preceded in death by her mother, Jimmie Gancheff; her husband, Terry Walker; and two brothers, Michael Gancheff, and George Barker. A host of family and friends also survive.
There are no services scheduled at this time. Fitch-Hillis Funeral Home is assisting with all funeral arrangements.
Condolences may be made online at www.fitchhillisfh.com or on the Fitch-Hillis page.

Gloria Moore Michel, 92, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, peacefully passed away on January 28, 2026, at Westwood Hills Health...
02/03/2026

Gloria Moore Michel, 92, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, peacefully passed away on January 28, 2026, at Westwood Hills Health and Rehab.
She was born on March 24, 1933, to George Thornton and Velva (Nelson) Thornton.
She was married to the late Chester L. Moore, Jr. for 52 years, with whom she raised Steven and Kelly. Later in life, she found love again and was married to the late Dr. Kenneth Michel for 15 years.
Gloria Was a member of the First Christian Church, singing in the choir for many years. She belonged to several civic groups and was Democratic Woman of the year in the 1990’s.
Gloria loved working in women’s retail clothing. Working part-time in high school at Charles Millers, then Libson Shops, The Body Works, and then working at Kids and Co., when her two granddaughters Amanda and Kayla were born and needed to be in fashion, and Key Rexall for many years.
Gloria is survived by her son, Steven (Debbie) Moore of Columbia; her daughter Kelly Varney of Nesbit, Mississippi; two grandchildren; and three great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband, Chester Moore; her second husband, Ken Michel; her parents, George and Velva Thornton; one brother Benny Thornton; and one sister LaWanda Ray. A host of family and friends also survive.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff, especially Lynn, of Westwood Hills Health and Rehab for their loving care of Gloria, in her last two years.
The family request in lieu of flowers that donation be made to the Alzheimer’s Association in Gloria’s name.
Visitation will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at Fitch-Hillis Funeral Home at 366 College Street, Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at Fitch-Hillis Funeral Chapel with Pastor Jim Schremp officiating.
Condolences may be made online at www.fitchhillisfh.com or on the Fitch-Hillis page.

Harold Lee Miller, 66, of Broseley, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medic...
01/22/2026

Harold Lee Miller, 66, of Broseley, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center.
He was born on February 4, 1959, in Bernie, Missouri, to Pat Miller and Mattie (Frazier) Miller. On May 1, 1999 Harold married Letita Boley.
He was a long-time resident of Butler County. Harold enjoyed fishing, camping, watching T.V. especially westerns; and listening to gospel, rock, and Elvis. He loved working for the City of Dudley. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.
Harold is survived by one son, James (April) Boley; two daughters, Audra (Corey) Cross, and Amber (Brent) Whittington; one brother Jerry (Robin) Miller; six sisters, Tammy (Joe) Passley, Laura McRoy, Jessie (Daniel Lowrance), Michelle (C**n) McRoy, Carrie (Johnny) Cornett, and Melissa Gray; eleven grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his father Pat Miller; his mother and stepfather, Mattie and Jessie Dobbs; one son, Harold Heath Miller, one brother Shawn D**e. A host of family and friends survive.
Visitation will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, January 30, 2026, at Fitch-Hillis Funeral Home at 366 College Street, Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Funeral Service will be at 12:00 p.m. at Fitch-Hillis Funeral Chapel with Rev. Michael Loewen officiating. Interment will follow funeral service at Browns Chapel Cemetery of Broseley. Fitch-Hillis Funeral Home is assisting with all arrangements.
Condolences may be made online at www.fitchhillisfh.com or on the Fitch-Hillis page.

Anita Kay Holmes, 71, of Dexter, Missouri, passed away on Monday, January 19, 2026 at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Cent...
01/21/2026

Anita Kay Holmes, 71, of Dexter, Missouri, passed away on Monday, January 19, 2026 at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center.
She was born on September 8, 1954, in Flint, Michigan, to Murel Leek and Glenda (Thorn) Leek.
Anita was a long-time resident of Dexter, Missouri. She was a member of the Stoddard County Historical Society. She enjoyed looking up genealogy and spending time with her grandchildren.
Anita is survived by one son, Joshua Holmes; one daughter, Tammy Harris; three brothers, Tommy Christian, Vernon Christian, and Don Christian; two sisters, Judy Sadler, and Peggy Christian; three grandchildren; and two great grandchildren. Anita is preceded in death by parents, Murel and Glenda Leek. A host of family and friends also survive.
There are no services scheduled at this time. Fitch-Hillis Funeral Home is assisting with all funeral arrangements.
Condolences may be made online at www.fitchhillisfh.com or on the Fitch-Hillis page.

Rosemary Jean Rone, 87, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, January 13, 2026.She was born on May 19, 1938 in...
01/16/2026

Rosemary Jean Rone, 87, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, January 13, 2026.
She was born on May 19, 1938 in Myrtle, Missouri, to William Frank Ramsey and Minnie (Rook) Ramsey. On June 15, 1955 Rosemary married Gerald Max Rone.
Rosemary was a long-time resident of Poplar Bluff, Missouri. She was of the Baptist faith and a member of Collins Chapel General Baptist Church. She made beautiful quilts, won many blue ribbons for preserves she canned; peach and crabapple being the very best ever; she also, enjoyed reading, and doing word search puzzles.
Rosemary is survived by four sons, Jerry (Sandy) Rone, Rodney (Debra) Rone, Anthony “Tony” (LaDonna, and Nathan Rone; one brother, Jack Ramsey, four grandchildren, April (Richard) Bragg, Wesley (Grace) Brooks, Taylor Rone, and Clayton Rone; four great grandchildren, Andrew Bragg, Anna Bragg, Madalyn Hammond, and Gage Brooks; and one great great grandchild, Isabella Hammond. Rosemary is preceded in death by her husband, Gerald Max Rone; her parents, William Ramsey and Minnie Dale; and two sisters, Gloria Selvidge, and Betty Stone. A host of family and friends also survive.
Visitation will be held at 12 p.m. on January 19, 2026, at Fitch-Hillis Funeral Home at 366 College Street, Poplar Bluff, Missouri, 63901. Graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. at Memorial Gardens Cemetery of Poplar Bluff with Pastor Richard Bragg officiating. Fitch-Hillis Funeral Home is assisting with all funeral arrangements.
Condolences may be made online at www.fitchhillisfh.com or on the Fitch-Hillis page.

Syreda Witte Barwick, 70, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday January 14, 2026, at Swift Creek Residenti...
01/14/2026

Syreda Witte Barwick, 70, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday January 14, 2026, at Swift Creek Residential Care in Poplar Bluff.
Syreda, the daughter of the late Hardin and Ila Witte was born on May 13, 1955, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. She was a caring and dedicated member of the First Methodist Church where she was an organist and member of the choir. She was a retired elementary school teacher for the Poplar Bluff School system. She completed her undergraduate and graduate work at Southeast Missouri State University. She was a past member of the board of The First Christian Church day care center and a member of P.E.O; chapter MF. On April 12, 1980, Syreda married Brad Barwick.
Syreda is survived by her husband, Brad Barwick of Poplar Bluff; two sons, Brian (Gretchen) Barwick of St. Louis, and Even Barwick of Poplar Bluff; one granddaughter, Elizabeth “Betty” Barwick; and one niece, Whitney (Aaron) Wyble of Little Rock. A host of family and friends also survive.
Visitation will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at First United Methodist Church at 500 N. Main Street, Poplar Bluff, MO 63901. Funeral service will follow at 2 p.m. with Pastor John Gregory officiating. Interment will follow funeral service at Poplar Bluff City Cemetery. Fitch-Hillis Funeral Home is assisting with all funeral arrangements.
Condolences may be made online at www.fitchhillisfh.com or on the Fitch-Hillis page.

Sponsored by FOX RADIO, MOSSY OAK PROPERTIES, & MONEY MIZERa portion of proceeds go to restore the Historic Rodgers The...
01/14/2026

Sponsored by FOX RADIO, MOSSY OAK PROPERTIES, & MONEY MIZER
a portion of proceeds go to restore the Historic Rodgers Theatre

Joe Leon Abney, 81, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medic...
01/12/2026

Joe Leon Abney, 81, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center.
He was born on May 10, 1944, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, to Floyd Abney and Bessie (McCury) Abney. On November 4, 1972, Joe married Dorothy Head.
He was a long-time resident of Poplar Bluff. He was of the Baptist faith and a member of 1st General Baptist Church of Poplar Bluff where he enjoyed singing in the choir. Joe was a meat cutter at Jim Hogg’s Supermarket for many years. He enjoyed bow and gun hunting, woodworking, working in his vegetable garden. He loved to spend time with his family.
Joe is survived by three sons, Robert (Suzy) Abney, Jonathon Abney, and Timothy (Tracy) Abney; nieces, Kara, Sarah, Amy, and Jennifer; nephew, Thomas Abney; and one sister, Key Adams. He is preceded in death by his parents, Floyd and Bessie Abney; his wife, Dorothy Abney; one brother, Thomas Floyd Abney; and two sisters, Darlene Hefner, and Sandra Rose Abney. A host of family and friends also survive.
Visitation will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, January 16, 2026, at Fitch-Hillis Funeral Home at 366 College Street, Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Funeral Service will be at 11:00 a.m. at Fitch-Hillis Funeral Chapel with Pastor John Crowley officiating. Interment will follow funeral service at Memorial Gardens Cemetery of Poplar Bluff. Fitch-Hillis Funeral Home is assisting with all arrangements.
Condolences may be made online at www.fitchhillisfh.com or on the Fitch-Hillis page.

Deanie Waite, 90, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away Thursday, January 9, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Sh...
01/09/2026

Deanie Waite, 90, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away Thursday, January 9, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born on August 5, 1935, in Shelbina, Missouri, to Virgil Todd and Myrtle (Boling) Todd. On March 5, 1954, Deanie married Max Waite.
Deanie was a long-time resident of Poplar Bluff, Missouri. She was a member of the 1st United Methodist Church of Poplar Bluff; was a member of Mona Mason Circle and was the backbone of the Church bazaar every year. She enjoyed working in her flower garden, cooking for her family, and she especially loved to spend time with her family. Mrs. Waite was a childcare provider at Brownie’s Day Care for more than 31 years.
Deanie is survived by one son, Scott (Brenda) Waite; two daughters Jeannie Waite, and Suzy Lux; one daughter-in-law, Chris Waite; two brothers; two sisters; nine grandchildren, Jason, Tom, Chris, Stephen, KaCee, Erica, Chelsea, Nicole, and B.J.; and seventeen great grandchildren. Deanie is preceded in death by her husband, Max Waite; her parents, Virgil and Myrtle Todd; two sons, Brian Waite, and Stephen Waite; four brothers; and four sisters. A host of family and friends also survive.
In lieu of flowers the family asks that donation be made to the American Heart Association in Deanie’s name.
A private family burial will be scheduled at a later date. Fitch-Hillis Funeral Home is assisting with all funeral arrangements.
Condolences may be made online at www.fitchhillisfh.com or on the Fitch-Hillis page.

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