Henry Maldonado, son of the late Manfredo Maldonado and Crescencia Ortiz Maldonado, was born on July 26, 1957, in Ithica, Michigan, and departed this life on March 17, 2024, at Mercy Hospital Southeast in Cape Girardeau, Missouri at the age of 66 years.
Mr. Maldonado had worked for Max Rinehart Farms, and he was a resident of Dudley, Missouri. He was a lifetime member of the NRA, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and going for rides through the country with his wife, and he was an avid reader.
On January 2,1984, in Dexter, Missouri, he was united in marriage to Renauta Fisk. Mrs. Maldonado survives.
Along with his wife, he is survived by two sons, Ryan Maldonado and wife Bobbi of Bloomfield, Missouri, and Adam Maldonado of Dudley, Missouri; by two sisters, Hilda Bradshaw of Bernie, Missouri, and Hilma Reyes of Dudley, Missouri; and by two granddaughters, Olivia Maldonado and Emma Maldonado.
Other than by his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Harry Maldonado.
Visitation will be held at Mathis Funeral Home in Dexter on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, from 4:30 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. Funeral services will then be conducted in the Mathis Funeral Home Chapel on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. with Clyde Weathers officiating.
Mathis Funeral Home in Dexter is assisting with arrangements.
Tucson Ray Barton son of Cameron Barton of Essex, Missouri and Tia Rogers of Essex, Missouri was born on December 30, 2023 in Poplar Bluff, Missouri and departed this life on March 14, 2024 in Essex, Missouri .
The best part of his mother, father, and sisters day was seeing his infectious smile that could light up the whole world. Tucson was the highlight of his sisters day, as soon as she woke up in the morning, and came home in the afternoon, she loved being with Tucson. He loved being talked to by his mommy and daddy, and he would save his biggest smiles for them, he was their world. God gave him the most beautiful and perfect hair, he enjoyed being held tight and getting “snuggles” from his sissy. His strength really showed out, when trying to hold his head up, when he was just weeks old. Tucson’s memory will live in our hearts and minds forever.
Other than his parents, Cameron and Tia, Tucson is survived by his sister, Tulsa Hahn of Essex, Missouri; by his maternal grandparents, Travis and Michelle Rogers of Clubb, Missouri and Janie Pinkley of Essex, Missouri; by his paternal grandparents, Jennifer Barton and Mike Brittain of Mayfield, Kentucky and John and Marci Barton of Little Rock, Arkansas; by his great-grandparents, Rickie and Janet Hampton of Sikeston, Missouri and Loyd and Patsy Cullum of Lowndes, Missouri; by his uncle, Jordan Barton of Sikeston, Missouri; by his aunt’s, Mariah Barton of Jackson, Missouri, Londyn Barton of Mayfield, Kentucky, Tori Hunsaker and husband Alex of Broseley, Missouri, Taylor Rogers of Dexter, Missouri, Trista Rogers of Clubb, Missouri, and Trinity Pinkley of Essex, Missouri; and by many extended relatives.
He was preceded in death by his great- grandparents, John and Nina Williamson, and Chuck Rogers.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 19, 2024 from 11:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. at the Church on the Rock in Sikeston, Missouri. Funeral services will then be conducted at 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at Church on the Rock in Sikeston, Missouri. Interment will follow at the Fairview cemetery near Puxico, Missouri.
Mathis Funeral Home in Dexter, Missouri is assisting the family with arrangements.
Gary “Skeeter” Lee Fowler, son of JoAnn Fowler of Dexter, Missouri and the late Robert Van Fowler, was born on January 30, 1959, in Essex, Missouri, and departed this life on March 12, 2024, at his residence in Bloomfield, Missouri, at the age of 65 years.
“Skeeter” was a heavy equipment operator. He enjoyed playing bass guitar with his band and he loved fast cars.
Along with his mother, he is survived by his longtime partner, Donna Gregory of Bloomfield, Missouri; by his son, Tyler Fowler (Jordan Jacobs) of Lawrence, Kansas; by his daughter, Christi Moore (Jesse) of Dexter, Missouri; by two brothers, Bill Fowler (Sheryl) of Dexter, Missouri, and Alan Fowler (Barb) of Dudley, Missouri; by his sister, Patty Noe (Tim) of Lilbourn, Missouri; by six grandchildren, Shaylin, Kylie, Milli, Luna, Reny, and Asher; and a special family friend, Judy Evy.
A graveside service is being planned for a later date.
Mathis Funeral Home in Dexter is assisting with arrangements.
David Allen Vinson, son of the late Joe and Carol Vinson, was born June 15, 1962, in Poplar Bluff, MO, and departed from this life March 12, 2024, at his home in Dexter, MO.
In his childhood, David enjoyed spending time at the family pool in Essex, MO, hunting with his dad and family. He was also an avid film enthusiast who was especially fond of Disney.
David attended the University of Missouri and, afterward, returned to Dexter, MO, where he, like his father before him, joined the family business, Chrisman Art Gallery and Frame Shop, later branching out to open the Metro Video Store. It was at the family business in Cape Girardeau, MO, where David met his future wife and best friend, Victoria. The two continued working alongside each other, eventually opening their own companies, Mr. Peacock's Emporium and commercial real estate group, Peacock's Investment.
David had many interests and was passionate about art, traveling to meet many artisans and craftsmen throughout his life, from North Carolina to Santa Fe. David took pride in collecting furniture and artwork that made his home a peaceful respite that reflected the works he most admired. When not delving into the history of various craftsmen and artists, he enjoyed spending time with and cooking for his family alongside his wife. David was an active member of the First Baptist Church in Dexter both as a child and throughout his adulthood.
David is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Victoria; his sister, Sherri Burleson and husband Terry of Dexter, MO; his nieces and nephews: Claire Hazlett and husband, Eric, of Memphis, TN; Jacob Watson of Virginia Beach, VA; Kaitlin Smith and husband, Colby, of Dexter, MO; and Justin Viers of Dexter, MO. He also is survived by his great-nephew and great-niece, Harrison Hazlett and Elyse Smith.
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Visitation will be held at Mathis Funeral Home in Dexter on Saturday, March 16, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. A memorial service will then be held in the Mathis Funeral Home Chapel on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at 12:00 p.m.
Billy Joe Gilmore Sr., son of the late Marvin Gilmore and Opal Barthol Gilmore, was born on August 6, 1950, in Charter Oak, Missouri, and departed this life on March 8, 2024, in Bernie, Missouri, at the age of 73.
Mr. Gilmore was a resident of Sikeston, Missouri, and he was a former factory worker.
He is survived by his son, Billy Joe Gilmore Jr. of Punkin Center, Missouri; by his daughter, Karin Moore of Malden, Missouri; by four brothers, Ricky Gilmore of Bernie, Missouri, Bobby Gilmore of Oran, Missouri, Wayne Gilmore of Little Rock, Arkansas, and Roger Phillips of Tennessee; and by many grandchildren and many great grandchildren. He loved his family and will be greatly missed by all.
Other than by his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Sue King and Peggy Phillips.
A memorial service will be planned at a later date.
Mathis Funeral Home in Dexter assisted with arrangments.
