Billy Kingery Jr., son of the late Billy Kingery Sr. and Laura Ryman Kingery, was born on December 3, 1980, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, and departed this life on September 5, 2024, at Mercy Hospital Stoddard in Dexter, Missouri, at the age of 43 years.
Mr. Kingery was a machine operator for Holden Pallett in Dexter, Missouri, and a resident of Dexter. He enjoyed raising chickens and building things.
On May 2, 2015, in Dexter, Missouri, he was united in marriage to Geraldine Moore. Mrs. Kingery survives of their home in Dexter.
Along with his wife, he is survived by his daughter, Mickey Sue Kingery of Dexter, Missouri; by two brothers, Dustin Kingery and Aaron Ryman both of Poplar Bluff, Missouri; by three sisters, Amy Ethridge and Elaina Kingery both of Poplar Bluff Missouri, and Connie Kingery of Mount Ulla, North Carolina; by his mother-in-law, Debra Moore of Dexter, Missouri; by two sisters-in-law, Amber Hunsaker and Christina Johnson both of Dexter, Missouri; and by four brothers-in-law, Larry Moore Jr. of St. Louis, Missouri, Anthony Moore of Essex, Missouri, Colin Moore and Jacob Moore both of Dexter, Missouri.
Other than by his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Shawn Burkett, and by his father-in-law, Larry Moore Sr.
No services are planned.
Mathis Funeral Home in Dexter is assisting with arrangements.
Felicia Wyatt, daughter of the late Aubrey Adamson and Marguerita Tinsley Adamson, was born on September 6, 1965, in Dexter, Missouri, and departed this life on September 3, 2024, at her residence in Dexter, Missouri, at the age of 58 years.
Mrs. Wyatt was the owner of the Honey Hole Bait & Tackle in Dexter, Missouri, a former graphic designer for the Daily American Republic Newspaper in Poplar Bluff, Missouri and a former over the road truck driver. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. She enjoyed fishing, crochet, gardening and cooking.
On January 18, 2014, in Dexter, Missouri, she was united in marriage to Robert Wyatt. Mr. Wyatt survives of their home in Dexter.
Along with her husband, she is survived by her son, Bryce Butler of Poplar Bluff, Missouri; by her step-daughter, Monica Wyatt of Poplar Bluff, Missouri; by her brother, Sam Adamson of Mount Dora, Florida; by her sister, Carole White of Poplar Bluff, Missouri; and by two grandchildren, Olivia Wyatt and Thea Wyatt.
Visitation will be held at Mathis Funeral Home in Dexter on Friday, September 6, 2024, from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Funeral services will then be conducted in the Mathis Funeral Home Chapel on Friday, September 6, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow in Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Poplar Bluff.
Mathis Funeral Home in Dexter is assisting with arrangements.
Tina Mae Evans Bradshaw, 97, passed into heaven on August 28, 2024, in Dexter, MO. She was the daughter of Henry Clay Evans and Sarah Carros Jackson Evans. She grew up in Puxico and attended school there.
After high school she attended business college in St. Louis. She married Elmon "Brad" Bradshaw in 1946 and they were married for 47 years.
For most of her married life, Tina and Brad lived in the St. Louis area where Tina worked for American National Insurance. When Brad retired, they moved to the "country" of rural Advance. During their retirement years, Tina was happiest when she could spend time with her mother and sister Norma on their outings together. She also enjoyed attending church, writing meaningful letters, cooking nutritious meals, listening to gospel music, and spending time with family.
Throughout her life, Tina was known to have a sweet demeanor. She was a caring listener and a patient, unassuming lady. She had a strong faith in God and a belief in the goodness of people. She never said an unkind word about others and she always looked for their positive qualities. Tina's integrity was a part of her manner.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and her sister, Norma Sifford.
Remaining to mourn her loss are her niece, Sandra Sifford Denbow, a great-nephew, Devlin Denbow, brother-in-law, George Sifford and beloved relatives, Maebell and Alvin Schearf and Dale Wiseman.
Graveside services will be held at Fairview Cemetery Puxico, Missouri with Rev. Dale Wiseman officiating on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. with Watkins and Sons Funeral Service in charge of all arrangements.
George Wesley Sifford, 97, passed away in Cape Girardeau on September 1, 2024. He was the son of Tilman and Jane Jones Sifford. He joined siblings Everett, John (Square), Fay and Joe in the Brown Community north of Puxico.
After attending Puxico Schools , he joined the US Navy and was one of the youngest sailors in WWII. He served in the Pacific on the ship USS Point Cruz CVE 119 which ferried planes across the ocean. Returning to Puxico after the war, he became a founding member of the Puxico VFW. He helped construct the VFW building, served as Commander for several years. and promoted the Puxico Homecoming. Many times, he had to round up the goats for the famous goat burgers!
On March 10; 1947 he married his sweetheart, Norma Evans, in Piggott, Arkansas. Two years later, their daughter Sandra Kay was born. To support his family, George decided to become a school teacher. He first attended college on the GI Bill at SEMO and Arkansas State earning a Bachelor's Degree in Education. He also attended Murray State with a Science Foundation Award and received his Master's in Educational Administration at the University of Mississippi.
George's first teaching position was in a one room school at Fry in Wayne County. Besides the regular lessons, he gathered fresh spring water for the students and built a fire in the wood stove. Next came Sturdivant— a two room school. Then he taught elementary and science at Fisk-Rombauer for nine years. Then he was selected at Puxico as High School Principal , then Superintendent for seventeen years. Promoting educational advancement was very important to him.
After retiring from public school service, George became the Regional Coordinator for Developmental Disabilities covering eight counties in south Missouri. Once again, he was encouraging a fulfilling life for each individual.
After retirement, George spent some time with his farm and cattle. He enjoyed traveling, listening to bluegrass music, researching genealogy, and being with family and friends. He was a trustee of Fagan Cemetery over 65 years.
Preceding him in death was his wife Norma; his grandson Darrin Denbow, his parents and his siblings.
He is survived by his daughter, Sandra Sifford Denbow; and his grandson Devlin Wesley Denbow.
Services will be held with Watkins Funeral Home in Puxico. Visitation on Friday, September 6 from 6:00 to 8:00 with services on Saturday, September 7 at 10:00. Burial will be in the Puxico Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Fagan Cemetery or the George Sifford Scholarship Fund.
Debbie Kay Fuqua, daughter of the late Max Morey and Doris Elder Morey, was born March 5, 1961, in Lansing, Michigan, and departed this life on August 31, 2024, at her residence in Dexter, Missouri, at the age of 63 years.
Debbie was a woman of faith. She loved the Lord Jesus Christ and sacrificed for her family. Above all she was a hard-working selfless woman. She loved her classic rock music, and the beautiful Appalachian Mountains.
She was united in marriage to Michael Lee Fuqua on April 4, 1996, in Dexter, Missouri. Mr. Fuqua preceded her in death on March 29, 2002.
She is survived by one son, Caleb Fuqua of Dexter, Missouri, by four daughters, Stephanie Hagan of Jonesboro, Arkansas, April Cage of Jonesboro, Arkansas, Amy Malone of Buckeye, Arizona, and Caitlin Fuqua of Dexter, Missouri; by four grandchildren, Amber Cage, Reiley Smith, Kayla Hagan, and Gage Malone, by two great grandchildren, Zaylynn Wicker and Isaac Wicker.
Other than by her parents and her husband, she was preceded in death by one son in law, Shea Malone, and by her sister Michelle Williamson.
Visitation will be held at the Mathis Funeral Home in Dexter on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. Funeral services will then be conducted in the Mathis Funeral Home Chapel on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. with Pastor Tim Russell officiating. Interment will follow in the Dexter Cemetery.
Mathis Funeral Home in Dexter is assisting with arrangements.
