Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Kennett, Missouri
Patricia Lee Roetzel
Feb 11, 2026
Patricia Lee Roetzel, daughter of the late Leon Essmyer and Carlene Fisher Essmyer, was born on Wednesday, October 10, 1951, and departed this life on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at her residence in Kennett at the age of 74 years 4 months 1 day.
She was a homemaker who was devoted to her family.
Survivors include her husband, Rockey Roetzel of their...
Joshua Finley
Feb 10, 2026
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It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Joshua Lee Finley, who departed this life on February 10th at the age of 47 years 25 days. In the arms of his wife with love, Josh left behind a legacy of kindness, strength, and compassion that will live on in the hearts of all...
Chi Won Seaman
Feb 7, 2026
Chi Won Seaman, daughter of the late Pak Myeong Guk and Han Ok Soon, was born on Tuesday, January 13, 1950, in Seoul, Korea and departed this life on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at the Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center in Poplar Bluff at the age of 76 years 25 days.
She was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister and friend.
On July...
Donnie Joe Wilhite
Feb 3, 2026
Donnie Joe Wilhite, born on April 8, 1952, in Imboden, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on February 3, 2026, in Kennett, Missouri, leaving behind a legacy of love and devotion.
Donnie retired from Emerson Electric after more than thirty years of service, exemplifying commitment and hard work throughout his career. He will be remembered for his kindness and willingness to help others.
Donnie...
Regina Corbin
Feb 2, 2026
Regina Corbin, daughter of the late James Jones and Patricia James Jones, was born on Wednesday, May 3, 1961, in Tallahassee, Florida and departed this life on Monday, February 2, 2026, at her residence in Steele, Missouri at the age of 64 years 8 months 30 days.
Regina had worked as a nurse at NHC Healthcare in Kennett and at Pemiscot...
Randy Neal Copeland
Jan 27, 2026
Randy Neal Copeland, a resident of Kennett, was born on Monday, July 2, 1956, and departed this life on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at Pemiscot Memorial Hospital in Hayti at the age of 69 years 6 months 25 days.
Arrangements are pending.
Powell Funeral & Cremation Services, Kennett is in charge of arrangements.,
Patsy Ann James
Jan 24, 2026
Patsy Ann James, daughter of the late Joseph Barnes Mosley and Stella Reed Mosley, was born on Saturday, October 7, 1939, in Blytheville, Arkansas and departed this life on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at Piggott HealthCare & Senior Living in Piggott, Arkansas at the age of 86 years 3 months 17 days.
Patsy was a loving mother, grandmother and friend. She...
Ronald Harrison Crittendon
Jan 22, 2026
Ronald Harrison "Ronnie" Crittendon, son of the late Elza Crittendon and Pauline Bradshaw Crittendon, was born on August 7, 1944, in Campbell, Missouri and departed this life on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at his residence in Kennett at the age of 81 years 5 months 15 days.
Ronnie had worked at Trinity in Caruthersville in the maintenance department.
Survivors include his wife,...
Jimmie Dean Phillips
Jan 21, 2026
Jimmie Dean Phillips, son of the late Jesse Phillips and Elsie Childers Phillips, was born on Friday, October 17, 1947, in Kennett, Missouri and departed this life on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri at the age of 78 years 3 months 4 days.
Jimmie was a retired employee of Noranda Aluminum having worked there as...
Lisa Biggs Clark
Jan 20, 2026
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Lisa Biggs Clark, born on September 19, 1963, in Kennett, Missouri, daughter of the late Bill Biggs and Linda Grogan Biggs, passed away on January 20, 2026, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. She was a beloved member of her community and a cherished friend to everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.
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Jerris Woodard
Jan 16, 2026
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Jerris Woodard, a beloved member of the Kennett community and a dedicated Playground Attendant at Masterson Elementary School, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2026, at NHC Healthcare of Kennett. Born on November 9, 1931, in Kennett, Missouri, Jerris was the daughter of the late Joe Wilson and Nell Curtis Wilson. She touched the lives of many through...
Sam Williams
Jan 10, 2026
Charles Sampson Williams, Jr., son of the late Charles Sampson Williams, Sr. and Marion Brooks Williams, was born on Thursday, September 19, 1946, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri and departed this life on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at St. Francis Park Assisted Living in Kennett at the age of 79 years 3 months 22 days.
Sam Williams was a 1964 graduate of...
Annette Parr
Jan 9, 2026
Tresa Annette Parr, a woman of immense heart and vibrant spirit, departed this world on Friday, January 9, 2026. Born on Wednesday, June 29, 1960, to Bonnie Parr Isaac and the late Zack Parr, Sr., Annette was a pillar of strength, love, and joy for her family and all who knew her.
Annette was best known for her selflessness and wonderfully...
Phyllis Pelts
Jan 7, 2026
Phyllis was born on March 18, 1942, in Kennett, MO, to Goldie Jones. She was preceded in death by her mother, her brother, Murel Jones, and her husband of 40 years, Ronald "Ron" Pelts.
Phyllis attended school in Kennett, MO. She was active in several activities such as band, cheerleading, and basketball. After graduating from Kennett High School in 1960, she...
Johny Wayne Black
Jan 6, 2026
Johny Wayne Black, son of Rickie C. Black and the late Carolyn F. Cotner Black, was born on Sunday, January 4, 1976, in St. Louis, Missouri and departed this life on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at his residence in Kennett at the age of 50 years 2 days.
He was employed with the Greenbrier Rail Services in Kennett.
On November 7, 2020,...
Braeden Williams
Dec 31, 2025
Braeden Williams, lovingly known as “Bubbs,” and “Bwill” was born on April 29, 1999, in Fayetteville, Arkansas. He passed away on December 31, 2025, at his home in Kennett, Missouri.
Braeden was deeply loved and will be forever cherished by his parents, Tiffanie and Ricky Jamison, and Kevin and Mindy Williams. He leaves behind his two favorite girls Eliza &...
Catherine Vance-Smith
Dec 31, 2025
Catherine Vance-Smith, daughter of Lawrence Austin and Katie Vance, was born on Saturday, May 29, 1971, in Kennett, Missouri and departed this life on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, in Kennett at the age of 54 years 7 months 2 days.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, January 10, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. at the Powell Funeral Chapel in Kennett. Visitation...
Deborah Jones
Dec 27, 2025
Deborah Jones, a resident of Kennett, was born on Wednesday, January 25, 1956, and departed this life on Saturday, December 27, 2025, at the NHC Healthcare in Kennett at the age of 69 years 11 months 2 days.
Arrangements are pending.
Powell Funeral & Cremation Services, Kennett is in charge of arrangements.
James Charles Allen
Dec 23, 2025
James Charles Allen, son of Patsy Mosley James and the late Charles Allen, was born on Thursday, September 27, 1962, in Kennett, Missouri and departed this life on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at St. Vincent Infirmary in Little Rock, Arkansas at the age of 63 years 2 months 26 days.
Jim was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. He...
Fred Patterson
Dec 22, 2025
Fred Junior Patterson, son of the late Sam Wells and Ruthie Stone, was born on Tuesday, February 10, 1959, in Pemiscot County, Missouri and departed this life on Monday, December 22, 2025, at his residence in Kennett, Missouri at the age of 66 years 10 months 12 days.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at 12:00 p.m....
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