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06/16/2026

Bettie Jean (Baker) Hammel, daughter of the late James A. Baker and Hasel (Capps) Baker died on June 13, 2026.

On November 16, 1946, she married Homer E. Hammel. He passed away on July 22, 2016 after 69 years of marriage. Bettie retired from Sperreng Middle School. She belonged to Red Hats and attended the First Baptist Church of Bloomfield.

Survivors include Larry (Chris) Hammel, of Roy, WA, Kirk Hammel, of St. Louis, MO, Scott (Kathy) Hammel, of St. Louis, MO, 14 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren, siblings, Bill (Melba) Baker of Dexter, Missouri, Martha Walker (Freeman: deceased) of Bloomfield, Missouri, Shirley (Jerry) Dempsey of Farmington, Missouri. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Homer, a daughter, Sharon Hessler (June 21, 2019) and a brother Ed Ray.

The visitation will be on Thursday, June 18, 2026, beginning at 11 A.M. at the Watkins and Sons Funeral Home located at 106 N. Prairie Street in Bloomfield, Missouri. The funeral will start at 12:30 P.M. and burial will immediately follow at the Missouri Veterans Cemetery in Bloomfield, Missouri.

Watkins and Sons Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

05/29/2026

Timothy S. Bartlett, of Dexter, was born on August 31, 1960 in Tiptonville, Tennessee to the late Roy and Peggy (Glozier) Bartlett and passed away on May 27, 2026 in Cape Girardeau, Missouri at the age of 65.

On December 21, 1981, Tim married his high school sweetheart Lisa Campbell in Parma, Missouri and she survives of the home.

Tim was raised by his grandparents, Della and Addison Bartlett for a large part of his childhood and he was a member of the Church of Christ in Parma. In his younger days, Tim enjoyed hunting and fishing. Tim loved his family and enjoyed spending time with them, especially his grandchildren, as well as visiting with friends.

Surviving family include his loving wife of nearly 45 years, Lisa Bartlett, of Dexter, Missouri, two children, Timothy Adam (Emily) Bartlett, of Dale, Arkansas and Samantha Bartlett, of Dexter, Missouri, four grandchildren, Marty, Violet, Harper and Sophie, four siblings, David (Michelle) Bartlett, of Covington, Tennessee, Johnathan (Gina) Bartlett, of Hornbeak, Tennessee, Mark Bartlett, of Arkansas, and Jackie Bartlett, of Ripley, Tennessee, a sister-in-law, Sharon, a brother-in-law, Marvin Abernathy, as well as many loved nieces and nephews.

Tim was preceded in death by his parents, a son, Ira Martin Bartlett, a grandson Brendan, three siblings, Kenny, Gary and Cathy, and his grandparents, Della and Addison Bartlett.

The visitation will be on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at the Parma First Baptist Church in Parma, Missouri, beginning at 12 P.M, with the funeral to follow at 1 P.M.

Watkins and Sons Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

05/18/2026

Robert David Cooper, age 61, of Malden, Missouri, passed away at his home on May 17, 2026. He was born on May 25, 1964, to the late Robert Vernon Cooper and Martha Ann Powell Cooper.

Robert moved to this area in 1984 from St. Louis, Missouri, after spending several years living in Springfield, Missouri. He enjoyed attending the Sage Creek Day Center and was known for his love of collecting baseball cards. Robert was also a devoted fan of The Wizard of Oz and enjoyed watching classic monster movies.

Survivors include five sisters, Charlotte Diane Turner of Calvert, Alabama, Mary Frances Powell of Fisk, Missouri, Alberta Lynn Hunsaker of Dexter, Missouri, Charlotte Mae Kitchen of Van Buren, Missouri, and Carolyn Jean Jordan of Desoto, Missouri; two brothers, Charles Dean Powell of Dudley, Missouri and Edward Allen Cooper of Desoto, Missouri; along with other family members and friends who will greatly miss him.

In addition to his parents, Robert was preceded in death by three siblings, Quida Joyce Webb, Thomas Ready, and Donald Ready.

Visitation will be held Tuesday, May 26, 2026 from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. at the Watkins and Sons Funeral Home in Dexter, Missouri.

Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at the Watkins and Sons Funeral Home in Dexter, Missouri.

Watkins and Sons are handling the arrangements.

05/18/2026

Jimmie Dale Clark, age 76, passed away on May 16, 2026, in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. He was born on January 24, 1950, to the late James Dalton Clark and Jean Frances Whitfield Clark in Alton, Illinois.

Jimmie was united in marriage to Yvonne Lynn Harbour on July 20, 1974, in East Alton, Illinois. Together they shared many years of marriage and family life.

He worked as a laborer and union boss at the Alton Steel Mill until his retirement in 2016. Jimmie and his family were originally from this area and had recently returned home. Throughout his life, he also lived in Bethalto, Shipman, and Alton, Illinois. He attended Zion Southern Baptist Church with his family.

Jimmie enjoyed working with wood and crafting projects with his hands. He loved spending time outdoors, especially farming, working with his tractor, and finding projects to keep himself busy. His hardworking nature and love for the outdoors were well known by those who knew him.

Survivors include his wife, Yvonne Clark; one son, Jason (Melissa) Clark of Cottage Hills, Illinois; two grandchildren, John (Michelle) Williams of Worden, Illinois and Patrick Williams of Cottage Hills, Illinois; one great-grandchild, Maisie Williams; and two close friends, Dennis Emmons and Kevin Reichter.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, David Clark and Steven Clark.

A visitation will be held Friday, June 12, 2026 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Watkins and Sons Funeral Home in Puxico, Missouri.

A Memorial Service will be held Friday, June 12, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. at the Watkins and Sons Funeral Home in Puxico, Missouri.

Watkins and Sons are handling the arrangements.

05/13/2026

Pamela Rolla, age 67, passed away on May 10, 2026. She was born on October 11, 1958, to the late John Curtis and Irene Curtis Slavko.

Pamela spent most of her life in this area and was a homemaker. She earned her GED and was a faithful attendee of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Pamela loved her dogs and treasured the time she spent with her family.

She is survived by her two daughters, Samantha Karmas of Dexter, Missouri and Melissa Grubbs of Puxico, Missouri; her significant other, Moses Montezuma; seven grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

Pamela was preceded in death by her husband, who passed away in January of 2021.

At this time, no services are planned.

Watkins & Sons Funeral Service is handling the arrangements for the family.

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05/11/2026

Linda Kay Pickens, 77, of Puxico, Missouri, passed away on May 8, 2026, in Puxico, Missouri. Born on May 22, 1948, to the late David A. Harty and Mary Ethel Baker, Linda lived in this area all of her life and was of the Baptist faith.

Linda graduated high school and attended some college. She was known for her kind heart and the many friendships she made throughout her life. Linda enjoyed collecting records and collectible items, shopping, and spending time with those she loved most. She especially loved her family, and her grandchildren brought her great joy. She also dearly loved her little chihuahua, Sarah Jane.

Survivors include her children: Deana Powell, David Hendrix and wife Tina, Sheldon Hendrix, and Phillip Hendrix, all of Poplar Bluff, Missouri; seven grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren, along with many other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a granddaughter, Angela Hendrix; and Angela's child, Linda's great-granddaughter.

Linda will be lovingly remembered by all who knew and loved her.

A Graveside Service will be held at Rock Hill Cemetery, Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.

Arrangements are being made by Watkins and Sons Funeral Home in Puxico, Missouri.

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