Obituaries

Marsha Kay Davis

Marsha Kay Davis

Dec 14, 2024

Marsha Kay Davis, a beloved educator, devoted social worker, and cherished family member, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 14, 2024, in Vandalia, MO. Born on January 26, 1952, in Hannibal, MO, the daughter of John A. and Fannie L. Davis. Marsha dedicated her life to nurturing young minds and supporting her community.

A visitation to celebrate Marsha's life will take...

Charlotte Jean Smith

Charlotte Jean Smith

Dec 9, 2024

Charlotte Jean Smith, a beloved figure in her community and a cherished matriarch to her family, gracefully departed this world on Monday, December 9, 2024, at the Baptist Home of Tri-County in Vandalia, MO. 

Her visitation will take place on Thursday, December 12, 2024, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Waters Funeral Home, located at 500 S. Main Street in...

Carol Allen Johnson

Carol Allen Johnson

Dec 8, 2024

Carol Allen Johnson, 89, born on August 11, 1935, in Sullivan, MO the daughter of Richard Norton and Madge Martin (Whiteside) Allen, Sr., peacefully departed this world on Sunday, December 8, 2024, in Vandalia, MO at the Baptist Home of Tri- County. With a heart that inspired warmth and a spirit that encapsulated kindness, Carol's legacy radiates through her family...

Frederick "Wayne" Turner

Frederick "Wayne" Turner

Nov 20, 2024

Frederick “Wayne” Turner, age 85, of Vandalia, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 20, 2024, at the Baptist Home of Tri-County. A private graveside service will be held at a later date.

Wayne was born on February 3, 1939, to William and Mary (Starkey) Turner in Briscoe, Missouri. He was one of twelve children, seven girls and five boys. In...

Dane McCrum

Dane McCrum

Nov 18, 2024

Dane McCrum, Age 64, of Farber Missouri, passed away on Monday, November 18, 2024, at his home.

A memorial gathering will be held from 10:00 to 11:00 am, on Saturday, November 23, 2024, at Waters funeral Home. 

Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Waters Funeral Home.

Dane was born on February 9, 1960, the son of Carl and Shirley (Wikop) McCrum in...

Thomas Richard Dwyer Jr

Thomas Richard Dwyer Jr

Nov 6, 2024

Thomas Richard Dwyer, age 70, of Vandalia Missouri, passed away peacefully, on November 6, 2024, at his home.

Thomas was born on May 7, 1954, the son of Thomas Richard Sr. and Thelma June Dwyer.

He was a beloved father, brother and uncle.

He was preceded in death by his father; Thomas Richard Sr., son Thomas Richard Dwyer III (T.T.), brothers; Michael Kevin...

James "Flea" Leonard Starks Jr.

James "Flea" Leonard Starks Jr.

Oct 14, 2024

James "Flea" Leonard Starks Jr., age 75, passed away October 14, 2024, at Abrazo West Hospital, Goodyear, AZ. He departed this life surrounded by his children, daughter-in-law, and grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at Waters Funeral Home. Pastor Charlene Wheeler-Williams will officiate. Interment with military honors will follow at the Vandalia Cemetery.

A...

Nona Louise James

Nona Louise James

Oct 12, 2024

Nona James, age 84, of Vandalia Missouri, passed away on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at the Hannibal Regional Hospital.

Funeral services will be held on at 11:00 am, on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at the Waters Funeral Home.  Pastor Brian Lehenbauer will officiate. Burial will follow at the Vandalia Cemetery.

A visitation celebrating Nona's life will be held from 5:00 - 7:00...

Dorothy Lucille Lange

Dorothy Lucille Lange

Jul 8, 2024

Dorothy Lucille Lange, 93, of Flower Mound, Texas, passed away on July 8, 2024. “Dottie” was born on January 31, 1931, in St. Louis, Missouri, to Berniece (Roemer) and Howard Perry, and was educated in the city’s public schools.

She and her husband, Dr. Richard (“Doc”) Lange, started dating in late December, 1947, one month prior to their high school graduation....

Jason Raymond Dougherty

Jason Raymond Dougherty

Sep 13, 2024

Jason Raymond Dougherty, age 41, of Curryville, MO passed away at 1:00 pm Friday, September 13, 2024, at his home. 

 Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, October 5, 2024, at Waters Funeral Home. Burial with full military honors will follow in the Evergreen Memorial Gardens. 

 Visitation celebrating Jason's life will be held from 10:00 am until the time...

Marsha Jeffries

Marsha Jeffries

Sep 25, 2024

Marsha Denise Jeffries, age 71, of Vandalia Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, peacefully with her loving family by her side at her daughters home.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date by her family.

Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Waters Funeral Home.

Marsha was born on January 4, 1953, the daughter of Jack and...

Paula Rose Tolar

Paula Rose Tolar

Sep 15, 2024

Paula Rose Tolar, age 70, of Vandalia, MO passed away at 1:50 pm Sunday, September 15, 2024, at SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - Lake Saint Louis. 

Visitation celebrating Paula's life will be held 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm Thursday September 19, 2024, at the Waters Funeral Home.  A private family burial will be held at a later date.

Paula was born...

Dorothy Culwell

Dorothy Culwell

Aug 27, 2024

Dorothy Culwell, age 96, of Mexico, MO formerly of Vandalia, MO passed away at 3:10 pm Tuesday, August 27, 2024, at Kings Daughter's Home in Mexico, MO.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm Friday, August 30, 2024, at Waters Funeral Home. Burial will follow in the Vandalia Cemetery.

Visitation celebrating Dorothy's life will be held at 11:00 am until the...

Pamela Hammers

Pamela Hammers

Aug 26, 2024

Pamela Hammers, age 72, of Columbia Missouri, passed away on August 26, 2024, at her home, with her family by her side.

Pamela was born on November 10, 1951, in Vandalia MO, the daughter of Clifford Leonard Berry and Bertie Mae Berry. She graduated from Van-Far schools 1969. She married Donald Hammers in November of 1970.

Pamela worked in the manufacturing field...

Janie Thomas

Janie Thomas

Aug 10, 2024

Janie L. Thomas, 68, of Vandalia Missouri, passed away on Saturday, August 10, 2024, at the University Hospital, Columbia Missouri.

Funeral services will be held at 12:00 pm, Saturday, August 17, 2024, at Waters Funeral Home.  Pastor Darin Clack will officiate  Burial will follow at the Vandalia Cemetery.

A visitation celebrating Janie's life will be held at 10:00 am until the time...

Phyllis Jean Dowell

Phyllis Jean Dowell

Aug 3, 2024

Phyllis Jean Dowell, age 90, of Diamondhead, Mississippi, passed away on Saturday, August 3, 2024, at her home.

Funeral services will be be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, August 10, 2024, at Waters Funeral Home.  Interment will follow at the Vandalia Cemetery.

A visitation will be held at 9:00 am until the time of service.

 Phyllis was born on September 12, 1933,...

Emeri Daron Kerr

Emeri Daron Kerr

Jul 30, 2024

Emeri Daron Kerr, age 27,  formerly of Vandalia Missouri, passed away on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, in Independence Missouri.

A life celebration of life service will held in October by the family.   The exact date, place and time will be posted later.

A memorial/life celebration is being planned in October by the family.

Memorial suggestions will be posted soon.

Gwendolyn P Rhodes

Gwendolyn P Rhodes

Jul 31, 2024

Gwendolyn P. Rhodes, age 83, of Vandalia Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at the Country View Nursing Home in Bowling Green Missouri.

A memorial service will be held on at 12:00 pm, Saturday, August 10, 2024, at the Second Baptist Church, Vandalia Missouri.  Robin Terrell will officiate.  

A visitation celebrating Gwendolyn's life will be held at 11:00 am...

Donna McDowell

Donna McDowell

Jul 30, 2024

Donna McDowell, age 85, of Vandalia Missouri, passed away on July 30, 2024, at the Columbia Manor, Columbia Missouri.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 am, Monday, August 5, 2024, at Waters Funeral Home.  Pastor Glenn Forman will officiate.  Interment will be at 2:00 pm at the Hydesburg Cemetery, Hannibal Missouri.

A visitation celebrating Donna's life will be held from 4:00...

Vivian Davis

Vivian Davis

Jul 19, 2024

Vivian Davis, age 83, of Vandalia Missouri, passed away on July 19, 2024, at the Baptist Home of Tri-County.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am, Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at Waters Funeral Home.  Pastor Rick Watson will officiate.  Burial will be at a later date.

A visitation celebrating Vivian's life will be held at 10:00 am, until the time of...