John Floyd King, 67-year-old resident of Grandin, departed this life Sunday, Jan. 19, 2025. He was born June 4, 1957, in Fort Lee, W. Va., to Ida Anita (Webb) Quinton of Poplar Bluff, Mo, and the late John L. King. John was a skilled tradesman, having worked as a steeplejack for International Chimney and also as a tuckpointer with Tom’s Tuckpointing. ...

Essie Christene Allen, 93-year-old resident of Doniphan, departed this life Friday, Jan. 17, 2025. She was born Jan. 3, 1932, in Doniphan, to the late Fred and Essie (Harris) Boyles. Christene had worked at Vitronic, but her focus and joy in life was raising her family and her Christian faith. ...

Judith Elaine Tompkins, 72, departed this life Monday, Jan. 6, 2025. She was born Nov. 28, 1952, in Doniphan, to the late Phillip and Emily (Thompson) Brooks. Judy worked in education, running the computer lab at Three Rivers Community College in Poplar Bluff. ...

Yvonne Darlene Smithson, 85-year-old resident of Doniphan, departed this life Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025. She was born Feb. 28, 1939, in Briar, to the late Gladys L. “Sybil” Hall. Darlene “Nana Darby” faithfully attended First Christian Church for many years and enjoyed attending CWF (Christian Women’s Fellowship) with the ladies of the church. She was an avid reader, enjoyed completing puzzles and word finds, and always had a sweet treat nearby...

Shirley Deane (Ballard) Saunders, 89, of Springfield, Mo. passed away peacefully on Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024, surrounded by her family. A loving and devoted mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother, Shirley always put her family first and made time for everyone. Her sweet spirit touched hearts and impacted lives – she was one-of-a-kind...

“To live a fulfilled life, we need to keep creating the “what is next” of our lives.” – Mark Twain Alan Edward Stevens, 77 of Eastwood, passed away on January 7, 2025, at Riverways Manor in Van Buren, following a lengthy battle with Parkinson’s Disease...

Charles Clark Hudson, a godly man devoted to his faith and his family, went to be with the Lord on Dec. 23, 2024. Born to Chester and Jean Hudson on Jan. 5, 1929, he is survived by his wife, Marlene; his sons, Kye (Julie), Brett (Sharon), Toby (Tina); his daughter, Tami; and grandchildren, Aaron, Caleb, Zac, Taylor, Lauren, Hayley, Callie, Julianna, Marnie Kate, and Corbin; and six great grandchildren...

Name Dates David Lee Crain, 79, of Doniphan, passed away Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024, at his home. David was born on Jan. 19, 1945, to Herbert and Dorthy Lea (Friend) Crain in Briar. He married Carolyn (Guffey) on Dec. 15, 1968, in Faith Tabernacle Church in Poplar Bluff, Mo...

George Elmer Steele, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Dec. 22, 2024, at the age of 77 in St. Louis, Mo. He was born on Sept. 26, 1947, in Doniphan, to the late Guy and Pauline (Skaggs) Steele...

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Charles Wayne Mays, Sr. Charles passed away peacefully at his home on Dec. 24, 2024 at the age of 80. Charles was born in Marston, Mo. on Feb. 25, 1944. Charles worked for Bob Netherland for 45 plus years and was a proud auto detailer known for making old autos look new...

Leland Wayne Rush, 70-year-old lifetime resident of Doniphan, departed this life, Dec. 24, 2024. He was born Nov. 22, 1954, in Poplar Bluff, Mo., to Edith (Milum) Rush and the late Joe Rush. Wayne earned his master’s degree and spent his career teaching at Doniphan R-I High School where he impacted countless students. ...

Larry Eugene (Boar) Price, 75, son of the late Gene and Reva (Keeny) Price, departed this life Dec. 21, 2024, at his home. He is survived by his sister, Carol Hay, and brother-in-law, Bill Hay. Also surviving is nephew, Daryl, and wife, Shari Hay, many Price cousins, and a host of dear friends...