Patricia Ann “Pat” Riegle, age 90, of Memphis, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on September 13, 2023. She was born on March 29, 1933, in Buffalo, NY, to the late Warren and Dorothy Riegle. Pat will always be remembered for her unwavering commitment to her family, her strong faith, and her dedication to community service.
Patricia graduated from Treadwell High School in Memphis where she was a cheerleader, debater, and class officer. She completed her education at Southwestern at Memphis, now known as Rhodes College, graduating with honors in 1955. She loved her Kappa Delta sorority and was the sweetheart of Sigma Nu fraternity. After her studies, she taught English in Wilson, Arkansas until her calling as a loving wife and mother took precedence. Pat embraced her role as a devoted homemaker, raising her four children with endless love and care. Her selflessness and nurturing nature were truly admirable.
Throughout her life, Pat was an active member of various organizations that aimed to make a positive impact on the community. Her interest in education led her to run and be elected as the first female school board member in Malden. She was honored with the title of 1987 BPW Woman of the Year for her outstanding contributions. Additionally, Pat played a significant role in the establishment of the Bootheel Children’s Museum in Malden, leaving a legacy for generations to come.
Patricia’s faith was a cornerstone of her life. She worshipped at St. John’s Episcopal Church during her formative years, where she also exchanged vows with her beloved husband, Bill. Upon moving to Malden, Pat found community at the Malden Presbyterian Church. She served on the session and taught Sunday School, exemplifying her deep-rooted faith and commitment to spiritual growth.
In her leisure time, Pat enjoyed engaging in activities that brought her joy and connected her with others. She found pleasure in playing duplicate bridge with Bill as well as her bridge group, honing her golf skills, and participating in various volunteer projects. Pat’s lively debates and conversations were a testament to her intellect and passion for learning.
After 50 plus years in Malden Pat and Bill returned to their old hometown of Memphis and resided at Trezevant Manor. There, she was a popular and much-loved resident by the staff and caregivers known for her friendly manner and smile.
Pat’s life was all about relationships- family and friends. She always looked for some connection in common between people. Special thanks to Hope Hospice, the staff at Trezevant and her loving caregivers over these last few years: Della Harville, Dee Thomas, Sheila Williams, Hazel Broadie, Beth Stewart, Cynthia Gwinn, and Mary Williams. You were all blessings to our family.
A funeral service in honor of Pat’s life will be held on Friday, September 22, 2023, at 2:00 pm at St. John’s Episcopal Church, located at 3245 Central Avenue, Memphis, Tennessee. Visitation will commence at 1:00 pm in the reception hall, where friends and family can gather to offer their condolences and support. Following the service, a graveside ceremony will take place at Elmwood Cemetery, where Pat will be laid to rest. To continue sharing memories honoring Pat’s legacy, friends and family are invited to gather at the home of Robert and Catherine Morehead. Detailed instructions to the cemetery and Robert’s home will be provided for convenience.
Patricia leaves behind a cherished legacy and will be lovingly remembered by her four children: Patricia (Larry) Kilgore, William Jr., Robert (Catherine). and Elizabeth (Martin) Hilton. She will also be deeply missed by her grandchildren: Lauren (Matthew) Dixon, Travis (Xiuming) Kilgore, Joseph (Liz) Kilgore, Turner and Henry Morehead, Hannah (Conor) Mageean, Eva and Noah Hilton, as well as her six great-grandchildren. Pat is survived by her sister-in-law, Ausra Riegle, and her extended Riegle and Morehead family. She was pre-deceased by her parents, Warren and Dorothy Riegle, her beloved husband of 65 years, Dr. William Morehead, and her brother, Charles Riegle.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to your charity of choice or to organizations that held a special place in Pat’s heart. These include The Bootheel Youth Museum at https://www.bootheelyouthmuseum.org/memorial-funds.php.
Southeast Missouri State University Dr. William and Patricia Morehead Acting Scholarship at https://semo.edu/giving/. The American Heart Association at https://www.heart.org/or .
The Pat Summitt Clinic at https://www.utmedicalcenter.org/locations/pat-summitt-clinic.
Your contributions will honor Pat’s memory of making a difference in the lives of others.
The Canale Funeral Directors in Memphis, Tennessee, have been entrusted with the arrangements and are committed to providing compassionate and professional support during this difficult time.
May Patricia Ann “Pat” Riegle Morehead rest in eternal peace, her memory forever cherished by those who knew and loved her.
Marilyn Delores Brown, daughter of the late Eldon T. Cooper and Georgia Bailey Cooper, was born on September 6, 1942, in Dexter, Missouri, and departed this life on September 11, 2023, in Orlando, Florida at the age of 81 years.
Mrs. Brown was a nurse and a former director for DEOC Family Planning.
She is survived by two sons, Marlin Scott Gaines, and Gregory Kenwood Gaines; by three grandchildren, Amanda Leigh Grainger, Melissa Renea Trinh, and Conner Gaines; and by two great-grandchildren, Kailey Elizabeth Grainger and Logan Blake Grainger.
Other than by her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Tommy E. Cooper and by her sister, Georgia Sue Cooper.
Graveside services will be held at Dexter Cemetery on Friday, September 22, 2023.
Mathis Funeral Home in Dexter is assisting with arrangements.
Leroy Waters of Parma, Missouri, the son of the late Art Lee Waters Sr. and Margaret C. (Latimore) Waters was born in Morehouse, Missouri, on March 26, 1959, and passed from this life in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, on September 10, 2023, at the age of 64 years.
Leroy lived in the Southeast Missouri area all of his life. He was of the Baptist Faith. Leroy served proudly in the United States Marine Corp.
He enjoyed working on cars, detailing cars, talking with his friends, spending time with family and spoiling his grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife, Kimberly Waters; five sons, Travis Johnson of Killeen, Texas; Durall Waters of Parma, Missouri; Derekis Johnson of Indiana; Jusdin Waters of Parma, Missouri; and Gabriel Waters of Parma, Missouri; three daughters, Sherina Perkins of New Madrid, Missouri; Jasmine Morgan of Sikeston, Missouri; Anna Waters of Sikeston, Missouri; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren with two more on the way; six brothers, Freddie (Jennifer) Latimore of St. Louis, Missouri; Art Lee Waters Jr. of Sikeston, Missouri; John (Tamela) Waters of Cape Girardeau, Misssouri; Kenneth (Carolyn) Waters of Cape Girardeau, Missouri; Ray (Umeka) Waters Sr. of New Madrid, Missouri; and Larry Waters Sr. of Parma, Missouri; one sister, Sylvia Waters of Sikeston, Missouri; three close personal friends, David BoBo, Big Lee and Theo; as well as a host of family and friends.
Leroy was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Robert Waters Sr.
A Memorial Service will be held Friday, September 15, 2023 at 11:00 a.m.at the Missouri State Veterans Cemetery in Bloomfield, Missouri.
Michael Leroy Bardwell 67, of Essex, Missouri died Sunday February 5, 2023. He was a loving Son, Brother and Uncle.
Mike was born in Joliet, Illinois on April 9, 1955. He graduated from Joliet Central High School in 1972 and moved to Malden, Missouri in 1982 where he worked for Arvin Mfg. Co. in Dexter, Missouri.
He loved to hunt, go fishing and just being outdoors.
Mike is survived by his sisters, Cheryl Barreto, Donna Foster and Barbara Wise. One brother, Mark Lange, as well as six Nephews, one Niece, four Great Nephews and one Great Niece.
He is proceeded in death by his Parents Robert and Mary Lange, two Sisters Cindy and Jackie and his dog Max.
Graveside services will be held at Dexter Cemetery on Friday, September 22, 2023 at 11:00 a.m.
Jeffrey Scott Davis, age 58, of Wappapello, formerly of East Prairie, Missouri, passed away Sept. 4, 2023, at Saint Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau, Missouri.
He was born Oct. 7, 1964, in Sikeston, to Bill Davis and Alberta Furlong Davis, who survive of East Prairie. Jeffrey spent over 35 years working in the medical field, beginning as an EMT for Missouri Delta Medical Center in Sikeston and eventually working his way into the clinical field of medicine. He most recently was employed by Managed Care in Sikeston until ill health forced his retirement. He enjoyed fishing and being with his family. He also loved spending time with his dog, Lillie.
Jeffrey is survived by his sweetheart of 14 years, Gloria Triplett of the home; his daughter, Jessica Barricklow of Sikeston; one brother, Wayne Lee Davis of East Prairie; several nieces and nephews; and lifelong friends, Nancy Driskill and Melinda Lambert.
He was preceded in death by two sons, Scott Ryan Davis and Britton Tyler Davis; paternal grandparents, Jesse Davis and Letha Mae Littrell Davis; and maternal grandparents, Albert Furlong and Eula Miner Furlong.
Visitation will be held Friday, Sept. 8, 2023, beginning at 11 a.m. until time of funeral service at 1 p.m. at Shelby Funeral Home in East Prairie. Pastor Wally Littrell will officiate, assisted by Pastor Mark Helton.
Interment will follow in East Prairie Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Shelby Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will be: Harold Bays, George Bays, Kirk Myers, Jay Childers, Steve Watie and David Bratton.
