Local obituaries for Cuba, Missouri and surrounding areas
James W. Sturgell Sr.
Jan 7, 2024
James W. Sturgell Sr., 98, a long-time resident of Cuba, Missouri, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2024, at age 98.
On August 20, 1925, Jim was born to the union of Dennis Sturgell and Ethel (Issacs) in Kentucky.
Jim was the cherished husband of the late Maxine Sturgell. He leaves behind sons James W. Sturgell, Jr. (Maggie) and...
Geraldine W. "Gerry" Souders
Dec 18, 2023
Geraldine W. "Gerry" Souders of Cuba, Missouri born on September 13, 1925, in Cuba, Missouri to Edwin H. and Clara A. (Riske) Wilmesherr. She left this life on Monday, December 18, 2023, at Cuba Manor at the age of 98.
Gerry was united in marriage to Ezra W. Souders on February 21, 1946. Together they would share seventy-seven years of...
Katherine L. "Katie" Mason
Dec 17, 2023
Katherine L. “Katie” Mason of Leasburg, Missouri peacefully passed away on Sunday, December 17, 2023, at the age of 73. She was born on February 2, 1950, in San Antonio, Texas to Joseph D. and Adelina (Lopez) Lajzer.
Katie's journey began when she married David A. Mason on April 3, 1971, in San Antonio, Texas. Together, they welcomed two...
Bobby R. Stubblefield
Dec 16, 2023
Bobby R. Stubblefield, a beloved resident of Cuba, Missouri, passed away at the age of 95 on December 16, 2023, surrounded by his loving family at Victorian Place. Bobby was born on September 18, 1928, in St. Louis, Missouri to Robert O. and Mary E. (Rust) Stubblefield.On May 10, 1952, Bobby married the love of his life, Bernadene Williams, at...
Betty L. Bommel
Dec 11, 2023
Betty L. Bommel, of Cuba, Missouri, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, December 11, 2022, at the age of 95. She was born on April 5, 1928, in Fulton, Missouri to her loving parents Herman and Pearl (Pierson) Allen.
Betty was united in marriage to Robert D. Bommel on June 14, 1946, in Kansas City, Kansas. Together they...
Ronald G. Lewis, Sr.
Dec 10, 2023
Ronald G. Lewis, Sr., of Cuba, Missouri, passed away at his home on Sunday, December 10, 2023, at the age of 82. He was born on July 17, 1941, in Jadwin, Missouri to Marion and Minnie (Palmer) Lewis.Ron dedicated many years of his life to the Universal Printing Company in St. Louis before retiring. As a printer, he displayed unwavering...
Douglas M. "Pete" McLeod
Dec 5, 2023
Douglas M. “Pete” McLeod, a beloved resident of St. James and formerly of Cuba, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, at the age of 91. Pete was born on February 19, 1932, in St. Louis, Missouri, to William M. and Edna E. (Roberts) McLeod.Pete served his country with honor in the United States Army during the Korean...
Charles William Hovis
Dec 1, 2023
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Charles William Hovis, a beloved resident of Cuba, Missouri. Charles was born on February 9, 1940, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri to his loving parents Curtis and Henrietta (Griggs) Hovis. Surrounded by his family, Charles peacefully departed this life on Friday, December 1, 2023, at the age of 83.
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Phillip Larey Licklider
Nov 29, 2023
Phillip Larey Licklider, 78, of Cuba, passed away, on Wednesday, November 29, 2023, at Bethesda-Dilworth Health & Rehab in St. Louis. On July 12, 1945, Phillip was born to the union of Doris and Willie (Hicks) Licklider in Hazelwood, Missouri.
He graduated from Hazelwood High School and went on to earn his bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from the University...
James Michael "Mike" Britton
Nov 28, 2023
James Michael “Mike” Britton of Cuba, Missouri passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at the age of 61. He was born on November 9, 1962, in Cuba, Missouri to Jack E. and Anna M. (Wilson) Britton.
Mike was known for his warm heart and gentle spirit. As the youngest of his siblings, he cherished his relationship with...
Donald D. Miller
Nov 26, 2023
Donald D. Miller of Cuba, Missouri was born on August 12, 1947, in Quincy, Illinois to Thomas A. and Helen Miller. He peacefully passed away on Sunday, November 26, 2023, at the age of 76 in the comfort of his own home.
Don dutifully served his country in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. After many years...
Noma Fay Kamler
Nov 24, 2023
Noma Fay Kamler (nee: Graham) of Cuba, Missouri was born on January 6, 1938, to the union of William and Lu Ellen Graham (nee: Goodwin) and went home to her heavenly father on Friday, November 24, 2023, at the age of 85 years.
Noma along with her family lived in Hoxie, Arkansas until the age of 3. Her family then...
Michael J. Dunakey
Nov 15, 2023
Michael J. Dunakey of Cuba, Missouri was born on October 1, 1950, in Washington, Missouri to the union of James W. and Lucille (Licklider) Dunakey. He left this life at Life Care Center in Sullivan on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, at the age of 73.
Mike was united in marriage to Maretta Vicky Finn on October 16, 1993, in...
Linda Jean Hazley
Nov 1, 2023
Linda Jean Hazley (Lamberth), 66, of Rolla, passed away, Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at Seville Care Center in Salem.
On September 24, 1957, Linda was born to the union of Ronald Lamberth and Margaret (Brydon) in Rolla, Missouri.
Linda attended the school in the St. James School District.
She worked various jobs around the area but her most notable...
Michael T. Mullen
Oct 31, 2023
Michael Thomas Mullen of Cuba, Missouri, was born on March 23rd, 1946, in Cuba, Missouri, to Henry J. Mullen & Florence A. (Walden) Mullen and passed away on October 31st, 2023, at the age of 77.
Mike began his school years at Oak Grove School, then to Sunnyside, then back to Oak Grove, then to the present-day Cuba...
Jeffrey A. Stewart
Oct 23, 2023
Jeffrey Alan Stewart was born on February 11, 1960 in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, Ramey Air Force Base. His parents, Charles (Chuck) and Marilyn West Stewart and brother John Avery welcomed him. He was small for his age, but that wasn't a problem. He had a big brother that took care of children in the neighborhood when they taunted him or threw his school books into...
Gloria "Jean" Summers
Oct 23, 2023
Gloria “Jean” Summers of Sullivan, Missouri was born on February 20, 1952, in Washington, Missouri to James and Delma (Huff) King. She left this life on Monday, October 23, 2023, at Glenwood Healthcare in Seymour, Missouri at the age of 71.
Jean grew up in St. Clair, Missouri. She graduated from St. Clair High School, then she would obtain...
Kathleen May Voss (nee: Belmont)
Oct 6, 2023
Kathleen May Voss of Sullivan, Missouri was born on May 30, 1936, in South Gate, California to Clarence E. and Ruth E. (Metcalf) Belmont. She left this life on Friday, October 6, 2023, at the age of 87.
Kathleen was united in marriage to Robert J. Voss on September 3, 1954, in Maywood, California. To this union four children were...
Dixie L. Beckett (nee: Adair)
Sep 30, 2023
Dixie L. Beckett of Bourbon, Missouri was born on April18, 1943, in St. Louis, Missouri to William A. and Dollie C. (Bridgeman) Adair. She left this life on Saturday, September 30, 2023, at Mercy Hospital in Washington, Missouri at the age of 80.
Dixie worked as a caregiver in homes and for the Franklin County Home for the Handicap. She...
Orvil Andrew Meade
Sep 27, 2023
Orvil Andrew Meade, 90, of Cuba, passed away Wednesday, September 27, 2023, at Missouri Baptist Hospital in Sullivan.
On March 1, 1933, Orvil was born to the union of Earl Meade and Dollie (McGee) in Bussey, Iowa.
Orvil was united in marriage on August 11, 1951 to Josie Fern (Ferguson), who along with her twin sister and Orvil’s best...
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