Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Kennett, Missouri
Myrl Frederick
May 9, 2026
Myrl Eugene Frederick, son of the late Ival R. Frederick and Clara Griffin Frederick was born on Tuesday, May 29, 1934, in Kennett, Missouri and departed this life on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at the Baptist Memorial Hospital in Paragould, Arkansas at the age of 91 years 11 months 11 days.
Myrl was an auto mechanic having worked in the Kennett...
Davon Stewart
Apr 29, 2026
Davon Stewart, a resident of Kennett, son of Bobby Stewart and Tifany Barton, was born on Wednesday, August 9, 2006, and departed this life on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at the Pemiscot Memorial Hospital in Hayti at the age of 19 years 8 months 20 days.
Davon was loved by many. He was a devoted son, brother, and boyfriend whose presence...
Alan Jones
Apr 28, 2026
Alan Jones, a respected cotton and peanut farmer, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Paragould, Arkansas. Born on June 11, 1964, in Senath, Missouri, Alan lived a life marked by a steadfast commitment to excellence in all he undertook.
Alan’s work as a farmer was characterized by his unwavering determination and wholehearted effort; anything...
Jimmy Lee Baldock, Sr.
Apr 10, 2026
Jimmy Lee Baldock, Sr., son of the late James Baldock and Vida Hall Baldock, was born on Tuesday, December 8, 1953, and departed this life on Friday, April 10, 2026, at his residence in Holcomb, Missouri at the age of 72 years 4 months 2 days.
His survivors include a son, Jimmy Lee Baldock, Jr. of Marion, IL; a daughter, Misty...
Kelley Lynn Shultz
Apr 8, 2026
Kelley Lynn Shultz, a resident of Kennett, Missouri, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, with her devoted partner, John Smith, by her side.
Born Kelley Lynn Letcher on Tuesday, June 8, 1965, in Madison, Ohio, she was the beloved daughter of James Leroy and Judith Grace Letcher. In 1977, her family moved from Mentor, Ohio, to...
Murle Eugene Lewis, Jr.
Mar 18, 2026
Murle Eugene Lewis, Jr., son of Beverly Smart Reeves and the late Murle Eugene Lewis, Sr., was born on Wednesday, Friday, April 18, 1980, in Orlando, Florida and departed this life on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at his residence in Clarkton, Missouri at the age of 45 years 11 months.
Survivors include his mother, Beverly Reeves of Clarkton, Missouri; brother, Matthew...
David Lee Mitchell
Mar 17, 2026
David Lee Mitchell, son of the late Willie Del Mitchell and Joann Eakins Brown, was born on Saturday, July 30, 1966, in Kennett, Missouri and departed this life on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at his residence at the age of 59 years 7 months 18 days.
David was devoted to his family as a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend....
Aaron Duane Gunnells
Mar 8, 2026
Aaron Duane Gunnells, son of the late Gayle Gunnells and Sylvia Scott, was born on Thursday, August 23, 1962, in Potosi, Missouri and departed this life on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at NHC of Kennett at the age of 63 years 6 months 16 days.
Aaron had worked at the local Walmart in the Vision Center, in law enforcement and 17...
Michael Ray Freeman
Mar 7, 2026
Michael Ray Freeman, son of the late Nathan R. Freeman and Dovelue Young Freeman, was born on Tuesday, August 28, 1956, in Gideon, Missouri and departed this life on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at the Gideon Health Care Center in Gideon at the age of 69 years 6 months 10 days.
Michael had been self-employed in the construction industry for many...
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...
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