Obituaries
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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