Catherine Lea Mathis, daughter of Dorothy and Lee Bloomfield of Essex, Missouri was born on December 27, 1954, in Sikeston, Missouri. She went to her Heavenly home on May 19, 2024, at the age of 69 in Wappapello, Missouri.
Cathy is survived by her loving and devoted husband, David Mathis of 50 years; her children Ambre and late husband Mark Curran of Benton, Missouri; Lauren and husband Bruce Starks of Benton, Missouri; siblings Debbie and husband Terry Bowling of Farmington, Missouri; Beth and husband Mike Smith of Houston, Texas; Lee and Deanna Bloomfield of Gulfport, Mississippi; Grandchildren, Zach and wife Amanda Curran of Columbus, Ohio; Madalyn and husband Alan Lockhart of Joplin, Missouri; Jacob Curran of Phoenix, Arizona; Maurice Davis (Shelby Eichhorn) of Jacksonville, Florida; Colton Starks and Camden Starks of Benton, Missouri and several loving lifelong friends and extended family members.
She was preceded in death by her father and mother, Dorothy and Lee Bloomfield; stepfather, Fred Gamble; father and mother-in-law, Vernon and June Mathis; son-in-law, Mark Curran; and grandchild, Xaiden Starks.
Cathy graduated from Richland High School in 1973. While being a military spouse with her husband, she was very active in the military community as well as the communities in Dexter, Missouri and Talihina, Oklahoma.
Cathy loved to watch all wildlife, especially “momma raccoon” on her back porch with her husband, David. She enjoyed watching all sports, but her favorite to watch was the St. Louis Cardinals and The Blues. She was most famous for her “sugar cookies.” Her most favorite title of all was “Mom-Mom.” She was Mom-Mom to not only her grandchildren but to all the people she came into contact with.
Visitation will be held at Mathis Funeral Home in Dexter on Friday, May 24, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Funeral services will then be conducted in the Mathis Funeral Home Chapel on Friday, May 24, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow in the Missouri State Veterans Cemetery in Bloomfield.
Mathis Funeral Home in Dexter is assisting with arrangements.
Jamison “Jamie” Allen Tweedy, 5, of Wentzville, formerly of Mexico, passed away on Monday, May 13, 2024, at St. Louis Children’s Hospital.
Funeral Services will be at 9 a.m. on Saturday, May 18, at Arnold Funeral Home with Jonathan Khourie officiating. Visitation is Friday evening from 5-8 p.m. at the funeral home.
Graveside Services will be at 3 p.m. on Saturday at Morgan Memorial Park in Advance, Missouri.
Jamie was born on March 14, 2019, in Columbia, Missouri, the son of Jesse Allen and Sarah Elizabeth (Strickland) Tweedy.
Jamie was a sweet, funny, and whitty little momma's boy who LOVED everything Pokemon. He loved collecting and sorting cards with his dad, watching and directing his dad while playing Pokemon games on the switch, and collecting Pokemon battle figures and stuffies. Jamie loved to be around family and friends. He enjoyed watching movies with his big sister and "little big sister", was a complete remote hog, and had to always have the fans going. He always looked forward to visisting Ms.Jody's daycare and enjoyed going on trips to visit family where he would go fishing with his Papa Jim, Aunt Becca and Uncle Beau; ride four wheelers, feed the animals, and catch crawdads in the creek. Jamie had the biggest heart. He loved cuddles, soaking up attention, being a night owl with mommy, and had the best memory. He could remember everything. He touched the lives of so many in his short 5 years here with us, and will be terribly missed by all of those who knew and loved him, especially his family.
Survivors include his parents, Jesse and Sarah Tweedy of the home; two sisters, Addison and Eleanor Tweedy of the home; maternal grandparents, Jim and Ruth Strickland of Bloomfield; paternal grandparents, Allen Tweedy of Alton and Jennifer Burkhead of Mexico; paternal great-grandparents, Carl and Shirley Burkhead of Mexico; maternal great-grandmother, MaryAnn Malone of Dexter; aunts and uncles, Jessica (Eddie) Bonilla and their family of Ludowici, Georgia, Rebecca (Beau) Baker and their family of Elsinore, Ashley Tweedy (Matt Harmon) and their family of St. Clair, and Keith Brawley of Mexico; and a godfather, Uncle Jared (Aunt Amanda) Blau and their child of DeSoto.
Memorial donations may be given to assist in purchase of Jamie's headstone and erecting future park and playground equipment in honor of Jamie. Donations will be accepted through Venmo (JT-CLI) or by check. Checks to be made payable to Jesse Tweedy and may be sent in care of Arnold Funeral Home, 425 S. Jefferson Street, Mexico, MO 65265.
In addition to her grieving parents, Sandra leaves behind a legacy of cherished memories and an impact on those who knew her best. She shared deep connections with her: two sisters, Deana Coleman and Denise Marquis both of Puxico; as well as two beloved nephews, Brandon and Jared Coleman.
Sandra's circle of friends extended far and wide but none more special than Nicole Holloway, her lifelong best friend who stood by her through thick and thin.
Apart from her professional accomplishments, Sandra enjoyed immersing herself in the captivating worlds penned by John Grisham novels. Her quiet moments were often spent within the walls of Fairview Methodist Church where she found solace and community.
Though Sandra has bid farewell to this earthly realm, her spirit lives on in the hearts of those who had the privilege of knowing her kindness and warmth. As we mourn her loss, let us also celebrate the vibrant life she led and the love she shared with all those around her.
Sandra's life will be commemorated with a Visitation at Watkins Funeral Homes in Puxico on May 21, 2024, starting at 12:00 PM followed by a Funeral Service at 1:00 PM. The Interment will take place at Fairview Cemetery in Puxico at 2:00 PM. with Pastor Steve Jones officiating.
Rest in peace, Sandra Faye Carden.
Debra Sue Bates, fondly known as "Ellie," was born on September 2, 1958, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Daniel and Joyce Ileen (Cherry) Diam, and peacefully passed away on May 12, 2024, at her home in the loving presence of her husband, in Wappapello, Missouri.
Debra dedicated her life to being a loving housewife and brought light and joy into the lives around her. Her passion for horses, gardening, bird watching, motorcycle rides, scrapbooking, painting, and above all, her cherished moments with family defined her essence.
Debra was the former 1976 Homecoming Queen in Montrose, MI. After years of deliberation married her High School sweetheart, Robert Bates on January 27, 2024, in Wappapello, MO.
Debra is survived by her beloved husband, Robert Bates. She will be deeply missed by her four daughters: Missy Egan and Krista Crum of Flushing, MI; Mandy Cox of Clio, MI; and Bridgette Cox of Columbiaville, MI. Her legacy continues through nine grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Debra leaves behind seven brothers: Jeff Diam, Joe Diam, Mike Diam, John Diam, and Danny Diam of Montrose, MI; Jim Diam of Perry, MI; Rick Diam of Crossville, TN; as well as two sisters: Connie Stenchcomb of Flushing, MI; and Sharon St. Germain of Lansing, MI. and a host of family and friends.
Debra was preceded in death by her parents.
A visitation to honor Debra's life will be held on May 23 at Watkins Funeral Chapel in Puxico Missouri from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Following the visitation will be a Memorial Service starting at 1:00 PM. with Pastor Kenneth Lambert officiating.
Debra Sue Bates will forever be remembered for her kind heart, warm spirit, and unwavering love for her family. May she rest in peace knowing she was cherished by all who knew her.
Margaret “Rosey” Mayner, daughter of the late John Henry Mayner and Mary Irene Cagle Mayner, was born on July 6,1952, in St Louis, Missouri, and departed this life on May 14, 2024, at Pemiscot Memorial in Hayti, Missouri, at the age of 71 years.
Ms. Mayner had worked for the Sheltered Workshop in Dexter, Missouri, and she attended Lighthouse Christian Church in Dexter. She loved working and drawing pictures of diesel trucks and cats, and she enjoyed helping her niece.
She is survived by her niece, Ashley Keith and husband Shawn of Dexter, Missouri; by three brothers, Bobby Mayner of Dexter, Missouri, Billy Mayner of Tampa, Florida, and Loyd Mayner of Tupelo, Mississippi; by two great-nieces, McKenzie Keith, and Shawna Keith; and by her great-nephew, Logan Keith.
Other than by her parents, she was preceded in death by two sisters, Mary Ann Skiles, and Pearl “Midge” Island.
Visitation will be held at the Lighthouse Christian Church in Dexter on Monday, May 20, 2024, from 5:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. Funeral services will then be conducted at the Lighthouse Christian Church on Monday, May 20, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. with Rev. Tim Russell officiating.
Mathis Funeral Home in Dexter is assisting with arrangements.
