Obituaries

Jacqueline Yvonne (Wiser) Jones

Jacqueline Yvonne (Wiser) Jones

Jul 24, 2026

Jacqueline Yvonne (Wiser) Jones, age 76, of Rock Island, Illinois, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by the love of her family, on Friday, July 24, 2026.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at Second Missionary Baptist Church Worship Center in Vandalia, Missouri. Burial will follow at Vandalia Cemetery.

Visitation celebrating Jacqueline's life will...

Guy Edward Marshall

Guy Edward Marshall

Jun 28, 2026

In Loving Memory of Guy Edward Marshall Jr.

Guy Edward Marshall Jr., 68, of Vandalia, Missouri, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2026.Born on November 10, 1957, Guy was a lifelong resident of Vandalia.

He graduated from Van-Far High School with the Class of 1975 and later attended Mid-America Nazarene University. Throughout his life, he was known for his sharp mind, generous...

Barbara Elaine Holman

Barbara Elaine Holman

Jul 9, 2026

Barbara Elaine Holman, 77, of Vandalia, Missouri, passed away peacefully at 12:08 a.m. on Thursday, July 9, 2026, at Hannibal Regional Hospital in Hannibal, Missouri.

Barbara was born on July 7, 1949, in Mexico, Missouri, the daughter of Robert Lee Holman and Eunice Lorraine (Essex) Holman, who preceded her in death. She was baptized in the Baptist faith.

She attended the Second...

Lorraine Faye Ellis

Lorraine Faye Ellis

Jul 8, 2026

Lorraine "Lori" Faye Ellis, 71, of Hannibal, Missouri, passed away peacefully at 7:15 p.m. on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at Beth Haven Nursing Home in Hannibal, Missouri.

Lori was born on June 19, 1955, in Louisiana, Missouri, the daughter of Vernon Vogel and Genevieve Franklin Vogel, who both preceded her in death.

She was united in marriage to Joseph Ellis in 1977,...

Terence Lee Stinnett

Terence Lee Stinnett

Jul 8, 2026

Terence Lee Stinnett, 70, of Vandalia, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at the Baptist Homes of Tri-County in Vandalia.

Terence was born on August 29, 1955, in Vandalia; the son of Jack Stinnett and Helen Smith Stinnett. His parents preceded him in death.

Terence dedicated many years of service to the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) before retiring. He...

Katherine Ann Stewart

Katherine Ann Stewart

Jun 26, 2026

Katherine Ann (Epperson) Stewart, 87, of Vandalia, Missouri, was welcomed into Heaven by her parents at 5:49 a.m. on Friday, June 26, 2026, at the Baptist Homes of Tri-County in Vandalia, Missouri.

She was born on October 15, 1938, to Robert Leo & Mary Golden(Kisor) Epperson.

She had one older brother, Robert Leo “Bob” (Carolyn), who preceded her in death. She graduated...

Dorothy Joanne Cockrell

Dorothy Joanne Cockrell

Jun 9, 2026

Dorothy Joanne Cockrell, 90, of Vandalia, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 9, 2026, at the Baptist Home of Tri-County.Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, June 15, 2026, at Waters Funeral Home. Rev. Dustin Holt will officiate. Burial will follow at Vandalia Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service...

Stanley Atkinson

Stanley Atkinson

May 24, 2026

Stanley Wayne Atkinson December 2, 1937 – May 24, 2026

Wayne was born to Ferrell and Dorothy (Brown) Atkinson in rural Missouri.

Wayne married Millie Morgan, the love of his life, on March 9,1957. They were rock solid parters for over 70 years.

Wayne attended Van-Far High School where he graduated in 1956.

Wayne enlisted in the Missouri National Guard where he served from...

Nina Clithero

Nina Clithero

May 23, 2026

Nina Clithero, 97, of Vandalia, Missouri, passed away peacefully at 11:16 a.m. on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at the Baptist Home of Vandalia.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, May 29, 2026, at Waters Funeral Home with Reverend Linda Potter officiating. Burial will follow at Laddonia Cemetery.

Visitation celebrating Nina's life will be held from 10:00 a.m. until...

Geraldine Pearl Nelson

Geraldine Pearl Nelson

May 21, 2026

Geraldine Pearl Robinson Nelson was born October 24, 1938 to Leslie and Ann Ihnken Robinson in Atlantic, Iowa. She died on May 21, 2026.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, May 31, 2026 at the Waters Funeral Home 4:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m.

Funeral Services will be held on Monday, June 1, 2026 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Mexico, MO at 10:00...

Rosie Leveda Mefford

Rosie Leveda Mefford

May 19, 2026

Rosie Leveda Mefford, age 93, of Vandalia, MO passed away at 5:15 pm Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at the Baptist Homes of Tri-County.

Funeral services will be held 11:00 am Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at the Waters Funeral Home. Rev. Bruce Bouman will officiate. Burial will be in the Pleasant Grove Cemetery in rural Perry.

Visitation celebrating Rosie's life will be held...

Mary Alice Wright

Mary Alice Wright

May 5, 2026

Mary Alice Wright, 83, of Vandalia, Missouri, passed away on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at the Baptist Homes of Tri-County in Vandalia.

Alice was born on September 19, 1942, at home in Ashley, Missouri, the daughter of the late Leonard Korte and Florence Ellebracht Korte.

She was united in marriage to Herman “Sonny” Wright in 1963, who survives.

Alice is also survived by...

Skylie Rayne Salmon

Skylie Rayne Salmon

May 4, 2026

Skylie Rayne Salmon, 17, of Vandalia, MO, tragically passed away Monday, May 4, 2026.

Funeral services will be held 1:00 PM Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at the Second Christian Church in Vandalia. Burial will follow in the Vandalia Cemetery.

Visitation celebrating Skylie's life will be 10:00 am until 12:00 pm Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at the Waters Funeral Home.

The family is being...

Carl Lee Yager

Carl Lee Yager

Apr 26, 2026

Carl Lee Yager, Sr., age 74, of Vandalia, Missouri, passed away at 7:27 p.m. on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at Hannibal Regional Hospital.

A private graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at the Vandalia Cemetery, with Brother Kenny Haddock officiating. Interment will follow at the cemetery.

Carl was born on December 12, 1951, in Mexico,...

Charles William Grisham

Charles William Grisham

Apr 25, 2026

Charles W. Grisham Jr., age 87, of Vandalia, Missouri, passed away on Saturday, April 25,2026, at the Baptist Home of Tri-County in Vandalia.

Charlie was born to the late Charles William Grisham and Juanita (Simms) Grisham.

He is survived by his brother, Benny Grisham and wife Sherrie of Bradenton, Florida; as well as several cousins, nieces and nephews.

Charlie worked in food delivery...

Jennifer Lynn Day

Jennifer Lynn Day

Apr 19, 2026

Jennifer Lynn Day, age 48, of Vandalia, MO, passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2026 at her home.

Jennifer was born on April 27, 1977, in Mexico, MO, the daughter of Fred J. and Irene Joy (Griffith) Day.

Jennifer was Baptist by faith. She had a deep love for the outdoors and enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time in nature. She also...

Eddie J Bland

Eddie J Bland

Apr 5, 2026

Eddie J Bland , 67, of Vandalia, Missouri passed away on Sunday, April 5, 2026, at Hannibal Regional Hospital.

Eddie was born of February 14, 1959, in Louisiana, Missouri, the son of the Late Jimmie Bland and Norma (Todd) Bland. He was a man of Christian Faith and attended the First Christian Church in Vandalia.

Eddie found great joy in life's simple...

Ricky Alan Gillmann

Ricky Alan Gillmann

Mar 22, 2026

Ricky Alan Gillmann, 64, of Mexico, passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2026.

Ricky was born on December 22, 1961 in Kirkwood, Missouri, the son of Kenneth Phillip and Betty (Arnold) Gillman.

Rick found his greatest joy in the simple pleasures of life—spending time hunting and fishing, and relaxing with his favorite pastimes, including WWE wrestling and classic episodes of the Three...

Richard Dale Rentfro

Richard Dale Rentfro

Mar 25, 2026

Richard Dale Rentfro, 84, of Vandalia, Mo, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend passed away at his home surrounded by family on Wednesday, March 25, 2026.

A memorial visitation celebrating Richard's life will be held 5:00 to 7:00 PM Saturday, March 28, 2026, full military honor's will be held following the visitation at 7:00 PM at Waters Funeral Home...

Rhonda Tapley

Rhonda Tapley

Mar 15, 2026

Rhonda Tapley, 55, of Vandalia, MO went to be with the Lord on March 15, 2026, at St. Louis University Hospital in St. Louis, MO, with the love of her family at her side.

Rhonda was born on January 15, 1971, in Washington, MO, the daughter of the late Coleman Carlisle and the late Shirley Long.

She was united in marriage to...