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

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.

03/16/2026

Carolyn Sue Rodgers, 64, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away on March 10, 2026, in St. Louis, Missouri.
She was born on October 29, 1961, in Butler County, Missouri, to Charles W. Luke and Edith L. Durrow.
Carolyn enjoyed playing bingo, going shopping, and listening to Gospel music. She loved spending time with her family.
Carolyn is survived by one son, Joseph (Candice) Coleman; two daughters, Carla Mize, and Crystal Victor Padilla) Coleman; two sisters, Betty Faughn, and Evelyn Prenzel; eight grandchildren, Austin Coleman, Anthony Coleman, Lillian Coleman, Dianna Mize, Haley Mize, Kellie Santhuff, Sara Santhuff, and Shyann Santhuff; and six great grandchildren, Michael, Matthew, Aubree, Mia, Layla, and Ryla. Carolyn is preceded in death by her parents, Charles Luke and Edith Durrow. A host of family and friends also survive.
Visitation will be held at 11 a.m. on March 19, 2026, at Fitch-Hillis Funeral Home at 366 College Street, Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Funeral service will be at 12 p.m. on March 19, 2026 with Rev. Jim Schremp officiating. Interment will follow funeral service at Memorial Gardens Cemetery of Poplar Bluff. 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.

03/12/2026

James Lashley, 69, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away on March 9, 2026 in Fredericktown, Missouri.
He was born on May 16, 1956, in St. Louis, Missouri, to Howard Lashley and Corine (Walther) Lashley. On May 16, 1977 in Poplar Bluff, Missouri James married Judy Kelley.
James enjoyed going fishing and camping, working on old cars, spending time outdoors, enjoyed good food. He especially loved spending time with his family.
James is survived by his wife, Judy Lashley; one son, Gary Shearon; one daughter, Amanda Lashley; one brother, Vance Lashley; one sister, Brenda Bjorneby; and one grandchild, Kaylee Brown. He is preceded in death by his parents, Howard and Corine Lashley. A host of family and friends survive.
Celebration of Life will be May 16, 2026 at James and Judy’s home. Fitch-Hillis Funeral Home is assisting with all arrangements.
Condolences may be made online at www.fitchhillisfh.com or on the Fitch-Hillis page.

03/12/2026

Lemuel Henry Payne, 73, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away on March 6, 2026.
He was born on February 26, 1953, in Naylor, Missouri, to Henry Payne and Cleta (Nesbit) Payne. Lemuel married Glenna Packineau in Naylor, Missouri. He served in the United States Army.
Lemuel is survived by his wife, Glenna Payne; two sons, Jason Payne, and John Payne; three daughters, Heather Payne, Marsha, and Stephanie; and one sister Anne Schaper. He is preceded in death by his parents Henry and Cleta Payne. A host of family and friends survive.
Celebration of Life will be scheduled for a later date. Fitch-Hillis Funeral Home is assisting with all arrangements.
Condolences may be made online at www.fitchhillisfh.com or on the Fitch-Hillis page.

03/12/2026

Gracie Norene Robison, 80, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, passed away on March 10, 2026, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center.
She was born on August 16, 1945, in Clarkton, Missouri, to Jack and Dorothy Taylor. Gracie married Gerald Dewayne Robison.
Gracie enjoyed riding motorcycles with her husband, going camping, being outdoors, and watching T.V. She especially loved spending time with her children and grandchildren.
Gracie is survived by one son, Earl (Dawn) Vosburg; one stepson, Robert Robison; one stepdaughter, Subrina (Chris) Berger; one brother Don Taylor; five grandchildren, Ashley Hendricks, Darren Vosburg, Trisha May, Dustin Vosburg, and Becca Whaley; and five great grandchildren, Alma Norene Vosburg, Joseph Anthony Vosburg, Breleigh Whaley, Brenna Whaley, and Gage Whaley. Gracie is preceded in death by her husband Gerald Dewayne Robison; and her parents Jack and Dorothy Taylor. 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.

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