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Fitch-Hillis Funeral Home, 366 College Street, Poplar Bluff, MO (2026)

04/22/2026

Tony William Anderson, Sr., 67, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, April 16, 2026 at Westwood Hills Nursing Home.
He was born on June 18, 1958, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, to Clarence Anderson, Sr. and Vernell (Moss) Anderson.
Tony enjoyed watching westerns, taking drives on country roads. He loved spending time with his grandchildren.
Tony is survived by three sons, Tony (Thea) Anderson, Jr., Nicholas Anderson, and Demarr Greer; one daughter, Tabitha Greer; five brothers, Clarence Anderson, Willie Anderson, Butch Anderson, Larry Anderson, and Rickey Anderson; two sisters, Maragret Anderson, and Jewelene Rice; several grandchildren; and one great grandchild. He is preceded in death by his parents Clarence and Vernell Anderson; one son, Tye Anderson; and one brother, Danny Anderson. A host of family and friends survive.
Visitation will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, April 24, 2026 at Fitch-Hillis Funeral Home at 366 College Street, Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Funeral service will follow at 12 p.m. at Fitch-Hillis Funeral Chapel with Brother Rickey Anderson officiating. Interment will follow funeral service at Poplar Bluff City Cemetery. Fitch-Hillis Funeral Home is assisting with all arrangements.
Condolences may be made online at www.fitchhillisfh.com or on the Fitch-Hillis page.

04/20/2026

Robert Dale Manns, 71, of Naylor, Missouri, passed away on Monday, April 13, 2026.
He was born on August 21, 1954, in Butler County, Missouri, to Robert L. Manns and Olline (Walker) Manns. In 1973 Robert married Diane McGowin.
Robert enjoyed fishing, hunting, arrow head hunting, picking pecans, playing basketball, and being in Boy Scouts when he was younger. He loved dogs, especially Kiki and mama dog. Robert served in the United States National Guard for six years.
Robert is survived by one son, Dustin Manns; two sisters, Leigh (Wade) Metcalf, and Brenda (Joe Cook) Thiele; several nieces and nephews; and one sister-in-law, Donna Brown. He is preceded in death by his wife, Diane Manns; and his parents Robert and Olline Manns. A host of family and friends survive.
Graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, April 23, 2026 at Ash Hill Cemetery of Fisk, Missouri. Fitch-Hillis Funeral Home is assisting with all arrangements.
Condolences may be made online at www.fitchhillisfh.com or on the Fitch-Hillis page.

04/14/2026

Brandon Wayne Gibbons, born August 1, 1975, passed away at the age of 50. He was a beloved son, father, brother, grandson, and partner. Brandon is survived by his parents, Kathy Lynn and Gary Wayne Gibbons of Muldrow, Oklahoma; his children Kallista Nicole Lynn Maupin, Bradon Wayne Gibbons, Katrina Lynn Gibbons, and Lucas Alexander Parker Allen; his sister Brandy Lynn Mears and her husband Robert Mears; his grandmother Shirley Gibbons; and his loving partner Kayleigh and their daughter Lily. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, James Gibbons.
Brandon loved reading books and watching horror movies, and he treasured spending time with those he loved. Those who knew him remember him as a man who found joy in life's simple, meaningful moments — whether embracing the thrill of a suspenseful film or finding peace in a good book, those small pleasures brought him happiness. He treasured time with family and friends; his presence brought comfort, his smile brought warmth, and his love was something you could always feel. The impact he made on those around him will continue to live on in the stories we share and the love we carry forward.
Friends and loved ones are invited to share memories, condolences, or photos at www.fitchhillisfh.com or on the Fitch-Hillis page.

04/09/2026

We loved him, yes, we loved him
But God loved him more
And he was swiftly called him home
To yonder’s shinning shore
The golden gates were opened
A gentle voice said come
And with farewell unspoken
He calmly entered home

Joseph (Joe) Blackman son of Llyod and Irene (Harris) Blackman. Joe was born in Catron, Missouri, shortly after his birth they had moved to Poplar Bluff, where he attended elementary school in Morocco, and later to the Poplar Bluff school.
After his schooling Joseph moved to South Bend, Indiana, where he worked for O’Brian paint company for many years. Joseph had then moved back to Poplar Bluff, Missouri to care for his aging mother and grandmother. When he moved back to Polar Bluff, Missouri Joe started driving the local school bus and held that position for over 35 years. After retiring from the school district Joe went to work driving the truck for the Gospel Rescue Mission. As a side job Joseph Blackman and his best friend Mr. Anderson owned a lawn service which they had for about 10 years.
He was a compassionate, loving and respected man, who enjoyed fishing and hunting and working outdoors.
Joseph learned early in life that he wanted to devote his life to the Catholic faith. Joe was a devoted Catholic for most of his life and had recently stopped going due to health issues.
Mourning his loss, wife Marilyn Blackman; children, Anthony (Annette) Williams, Freddy (Keisha) Blackman, Joseph Blackman Jr., Quaid Blackman, Danita (Herman) Jackson, Lisa Blackman, Kimberly (Michael) Smith, Ashle Blackman (Robert), Lyvonda Blackman (special friend, Latez), Wilbur Blackman, and Derick Blackman; mother-in-law, Mary Thurston; brother-in-law, William Thurston; sisters-in-law, Betty Trienbach, Sandra McClatchery, and Ruth Blackman; 24 grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; and special cousin Mrs. Essie Matthews.
Visitation will be held at 12 p.m. on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at Fitch-Hillis Funeral Home at 366 College Street, Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Funeral service will follow at 1 p.m. at Fitch-Hillis Funeral Chapel with Father Samson Dorival officiating. Interment will follow funeral service at Morocco Cemetery. Fitch-Hillis Funeral Home is assisting with all arrangements.
Condolences may be made online at www.fitchhillisfh.com or on the Fitch-Hillis page.

04/03/2026

Anna Marie Smith, 64, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away on March 29, 2026, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center.
She was born on July 21, 1961, in Blytheville, Arkansas, to Wayland Earl Jolley and Alice Rae (Koonce) Jolley.
Anna enjoyed window shopping, and listening to music especially 80’s rock. She loved spending time with her grandchildren.
Anna is survived by three daughters, Kimberly (Kenneth Turner) Smith, Barbara (Matthew) Vaughn, and Nina Barnes; one sister Michelle (Jim) Cole; and seven grandchildren, Damien Smith, Alonso Gibson, Bobbie Vaughn, Kaylee Vaughn, Baylee Vaughn, Aidyn Vaughn, and Sadie Vaughn; and one great grandchild on the way. Anna is preceded in death by her parents, Wayland and Alice Jolley. A host of family and friends also survive.

04/03/2026

Linda Christine Boyce, 76, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, in her home surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on December 17, 1949, in Fisk, Missouri to James Arnold and Christine (Duke) Arnold. On January 6, 1979, Linda married Leroy T. Boyce in Cape Girardeau, Missouri.

Linda was a life-long resident of Butler County. She attended Ash Hill Baptist Church and Cowboy Church of Fisk. She enjoyed going to church, reading her bible and spreading the word of God. She loved working in her flower gardens. She especially loved spending time with her family.

Linda is survived by one son, Roy (Ashley) Boyce of Bloomfield; one daughter, Linda Lee Boyce of Puxico; three brothers, Jeff (Diane) Arnold, Larry (Jan) Arnold, and Kevin (Pam) Arnold; and two granddaughters, Skila Hoggard, and Ilyssa Boyce. She is preceded in death by her husband, Leroy T. Boyce; and her parents, James and Christine Arnold. A host of family and friends also survive.

Graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at Missouri State Veterans Cemetery at 17357 Stars and Stripes Way, Bloomfield, Missouri. 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.

04/01/2026

Philip Gilmore, 70, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away on Tuesday, March 31, 2026.
He was born on July 13, 1955, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, to Philip (Dude) Gilmore and Margery “Nadine” (Robertson) Gilmore.
Philip was a long-time resident of Poplar Bluff. He was of the Baptist faith. He enjoyed flying airplanes, riding motorcycles, playing golf, going fishing, and hunting.
Philip is survived by his sister Tanya (Ronald) Hillis; one nephew, Daniel (Monica) Hillis; one niece, Malia (Chris) Leach; and three great nieces, Teaghan Starkey, Naomi Hillis, and Mackenzie Leach. He is preceded in death by his parents Philip and Margery Gilmore. A host of family and friends survive.
Visitation will be held at 11 a.m. on April 6, 2026 at Fitch-Hillis Funeral Home at 366 College Street, Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Funeral service will be at 12 p.m. with Pastor Charles Pratt officiating. Interment will follow funeral service in Poplar Bluff City Cemetery. Fitch-Hillis Funeral Home is assisting with all arrangements.
Condolences may be made online at www.fitchhillisfh.com or on the Fitch-Hillis page.

03/31/2026

Robert John VanMinsel, 60, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away on Saturday, March, 28, 2026 in St. Louis, Missouri.
He was born on June 26, 1965, in Hartford, Wisconsin, to Jerome VanMinsel and Myra (Molg) VanMinsel.
Robert enjoyed hunting, camping, bird watching, going to museums, civil war reenactments, studying natural history, watching hockey games and Formula 1 racing. He especially loved spending time with his family and friends.
Robert is survived by his son Mathew (Jacquelyn) VanMinsel of Poplar Bluff; two daughters, Mariah VAnMinsel, and Amber VanMinsel both of Poplar Bluff; four brothers, Jim VanMinsel, Tom Heimermen, Ebon Heimermen, Terry Heimermen; and three sisters, Barbara Heimermen, Joyce Strupp, and Linda Heimermen-Rickert. He is preceded in death by his parents Jerome and Myra VanMinsel; and one brother, Fred Heimermen. A host of family and friends survive.
Celebration of Life will be held at 10a.m. on May 16, 2026 at the Lodge in Calumet County Park in Hilbert, Wisconsin. Fitch-Hillis Funeral Home is assisting with all arrangements.
Condolences may be made online at www.fitchhillisfh.com or on the Fitch-Hillis page.

03/30/2026

Harry Lee Boggs, 85, of Hendrickson, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2026 surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on February 1, 1941, in Marmaduke, Arkansas, to Arthur Wade “Jack” Boggs and Cordelia Francis (Climer) Boggs. On November 2, 1969, Harry married the love of his life Dena Mae Magill.
Harry and Dena met at Brasch Manufacturing in St. Louis, Missouri. After leaving St. Louis Harry and Dena resided in Paragould, Arkansas for several years before relocation to Hendrickson, Missouri. Harry was a supervisor of Darling Manufacturing for many years before retirement. He loved playing cards and would challenge anyone he met to a game. He also enjoyed fishing, playing video games and listening to his Johnny Cash albums endlessly. Harry made the best cherry pie that one could possibly ask for. He never met a stranger and ready to share a joke and a story. His stories would range from riding in Elvis’ car to how to catch a “chicken choker”.
Harry was loved and will be greatly missed by all that knew him. The family finds comfort knowing he is at peace in the arms of the Lord and is telling jokes to his daughter and family that are in Heaven waiting for them.
Harry is survived by his loving wife, Dena Boggs; one daughter Teresa (Dale) Blancett; one sister, Carolyn Jones; three grandchildren, Alexandra Vernon, Elizabeth Blancett, and Jonathan Vernon. He is preceded in death by one daughter, Michelle Vernon; his parents, Arthur “Jack” and Cordelia Boggs; and two brothers, Alfred Boggs, and Roger Boggs. A host of family and friends survive.
Visitation will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. on April 4, 2026, at Fitch-Hillis Funeral Home at 366 College Street, Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Celebration of Life will follow visitation at 6 p.m. with Tony Pursell officiating. Fitch-Hillis Funeral Home is assisting with all arrangements.
Condolences may be made online at www.fitchhillisfh.com or on the Fitch-Hillis page.

03/18/2026

Marion Henry Braisher, 71, of Wappapello. Missouri, passed away on Sunday, March 15, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on November 18, 1954, in Benton Harbor, Michigan, to Marion F. Braisher and Gladys (Moore) Braisher. On June 30, 1990 Marion married Gina Bradley.
Marion enjoyed working on cars, going fishing and hunting, going for motorcycle rides, telling jokes, and spending time with his wife and family. Marion was a rambling man and will be missed by all that knew and loved him.
Marion is survived by his wife, Gina Braisher; two sons Phillip Braisher of Michigan, and Hank (Kenzie) Braisher of Wappapello; three daughters, April Braisher of Michigan, Nicole (Bo) Guy of Michigan, and Amber (Austin) Essmeyer of Poplar Bluff; one sister, Joan (Steve) Braisher; twelve grandchildren, Michael, Andrew, Thomas, Emily, Brayden, Jayce, Kynzie, Hank, Brandon, Alijah, Archer, Anakin, Kaeden, Emery, and Kashton. He is preceded in death by his parents, Marion and Gladys Braisher; one sister, Jean Braisher; and one grandchild, Ashton Henry. A host of family and friends survive.
Celebration of Life will be held at 11 a.m. on Sunday, April 4, 2026, at Fitch-Hillis Funeral Chapel at 366 College Street, Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Fitch-Hillis Funeral Home is assisting with all arrangements.
Condolences may be made online at www.fitchhillisfh.com or on the Fitch-Hillis page.

03/18/2026

Terry Allen Smith, 75, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away on March 13, 2026, in Cape Girardeau, Missouri.
He was born on February 22, 1951, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, to Thomas F. Smith and Gearldean (Hert) Smith. On November 14, 2024 Terry Married Sandy Putman in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.
Terry was a life-time resident of Polar Bluff, and a member of Cross Street Pentecostal Church. He enjoyed going fishing and hunting, watching wildlife, and riding four wheelers. He especially loved to spend time with his family.
Terry is survived by his wife, Sandy Smith; one son, Nathan Harris; three daughters, Betsy (Randy) Watson, Sara (John) Smith, and Erica (Sierra) Handschumcher; one brother, Rodney (Lori) Smith; eleven grandchildren; and three great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by one son, Dustin Putman; one daughter, Brandy Smith; his parents, Thomas and Gearldean Smith; two brothers, Franklin Smith, Larry Smith, and Phillip Smith; and one sister Donna Forsythe. A host of family and friends survive.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, March 22, 2026 from 5-7p.m. at Fitch-Hillis Funeral Home at 366 College Street, Poplar Bluff. Funeral service will be held on Monday, March 23, 2026 at 11 a.m. with Rev. Nancy Summers officiating. Interment will follow funeral service at Poplar Bluff City Cemetery. Fitch-Hillis Funeral Home is assisting with all arrangements.
Condolences may be made online at www.fitchhillisfh.com or on the Fitch-Hillis page.

03/16/2026

Beatrice (Tic) Louise Kirchner, 62, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away on March 13, 2026, in her home surrounded by her loving family.
She was born on November 01, 1963, in Kennett, Missouri, to Edward Kirchner and Mary Louise (Eaton) Kirchner.
Beatrice enjoyed playing bingo, anything to do with Christmas, especially decorating; she loved her dog Eddy, and spending time with her ride or die friend June Lynch. Beatrice was a bus driver for many years, and she made a huge impact on all of her students’ lives.
Beatrice is survived by two sons, Timothy John “TJ” (Kaysea) Kirchner of Poplar Bluff, and James Anthony Kirchner of Farmington; one daughter Sarah Louise (Trevor) Kirchner of Tucson, Arizona; two brothers, Timothy (Linda) Kirchner, and John (Karen) Kirchner; four grandchildren, Konner Kirchner, Klay Kirchner, Easton Kirchner, and Kyle Denny; and several beloved nieces and nephews. Beatrice is preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Mary Kirchner; and one brother Joseph “Joey” Kirchner. A host of family and friends also survive.
Celebration of Life will be held 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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