Obituaries

Lynn Allen Shrewsberry

Lynn Allen Shrewsberry

Oct 26, 2026

Lynn Allen Shrewsberry, of Conover, North Carolina, passed away on Monday, October 26, 2026 at the age of 69. He was born in Hannibal, Missouri on Sunday, October 13, 1957 to the late Darrell W. Shrewsberry and Viola Mae Wasson.

In addition to his parents, Lynn was preceded in death by brothers, Danny and Mark Shrewsberry; and nephew, Brian Lee Holden.

Lynn...

Linda S. Hudson

Linda S. Hudson

Oct 30, 2026

Linda Sue Hudson, age 77, of New London, Missouri, passed away at 8:05 a.m. on Friday, October 30, 2026, at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, Illinois.

The family will host a memorial gathering to celebrate Linda's life on Saturday, November 21, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the New London Lions Club.

Cremation arrangements are being handled by Smith Funeral Home...

William Gaylord Winders

William Gaylord Winders

Oct 23, 2026

William “Gaylord” Winders, 85, of New London, Missouri, passed away on Friday, October 23, 2026. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and public servant, Gaylord built a life centered on faith, family, friendship, and community.

A visitation celebrating Gaylord's life will be held from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at Smith Funeral Home & Chapel in Hannibal, Missouri....

Harry "Dean" Hamilton

Harry "Dean" Hamilton

Oct 5, 2026

Harry “Dean” Hamilton, age 90, of rural New London, MO, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 5, 2026, at Hannibal Regional Hospital.

Funeral services will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at Smith Funeral Home & Chapel. Pastor Richard Epperson will officiate. Burial will follow at Grand View Burial Park.

Visitation celebrating Dean’s life will be held from...

Shatish "TC" Shethi

Shatish "TC" Shethi

Sep 30, 2026

Shatish “TC” Shethi, age 83, of Hannibal, MO, passed away Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at Hannibal Regional Hospital.

A memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m. Monday, October 12, 2026, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Hannibal, MO.

There will be no visitation.

Cremation arrangements are being handled by Smith Funeral Home & Chapel of Hannibal.

Shatish was born...

Frank Waelder

Frank Waelder

Sep 18, 2026

Frank Waelder, age 91, of Hannibal, MO, passed away at 10:37 p.m. on Friday, September 18, 2026, at Luther Manor Nursing Home.

A memorial service will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at Smith Funeral Home & Chapel, with visitation from 6:00 p.m. until the time of service. A private family burial will follow at Grand View...

Dr. Kenneth George McNutt

Dr. Kenneth George McNutt

Sep 4, 2026

Dr. Kenneth George McNutt, age 84, of Hannibal, MO, passed away at 6:20 a.m. on Friday, September 4, 2026, at his home.

A private family burial will be held at Bluff Hall Cemetery in Fall Creek, IL.

Dr. McNutt's family will hold a Celebration of Life service at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, October 9, 2026, at the Roland Fine Arts Center at...

Harold Wayne Carson

Harold Wayne Carson

Sep 1, 2026

Harold Wayne Carson, age 78, of Hannibal, MO, passed away Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at E.W. Thompson Health Care Center in Sedalia, MO.

Full military honors, provided by the Emmette J. Shields American Legion Post #55 and the Missouri Funeral Honors Team, will be held at 12:00 p.m. noon on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at Smith Funeral Home & Chapel.

Visitation celebrating...

Willard Bridgeman

Willard Bridgeman

Aug 7, 2026

Willard Bridgeman, age 87, of Hannibal, Missouri, passed away on Friday, August 7, 2026, at Beloved Health & Rehabilitation Center.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 13, 2026, at Smith Funeral Home & Chapel. Burial will follow at Grand View Burial Park with full military honors provided by Emmette J. Shields American Legion Post #55.

Visitation celebrating...

Sharon Kay Mayrand

Sharon Kay Mayrand

Aug 3, 2026

Sharon K. (Surface) Mayrand, 80, of Mexico, Missouri, went home to be with her Lord on Monday, Aug 3, 2026, at Boone Hospital in Columbia, Missouri.

Sharon was born on September 19, 1945, in Delta, Missouri to Raymond and Aileen (Copman) Surface, who preceded her in death.

She is survived by her husband, Chuck Mayrand; her daughter, Melody (Carl) Peiter of Mexico,...

Donna Sue Muehring

Donna Sue Muehring

Aug 1, 2026

Donna Sue Muehring, age 67, of Hannibal, Missouri, passed away at 10:15 a.m. on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at Beth Haven Nursing Home.

There are no services planned at this time.

Cremation arrangements are being handled by Smith Funeral Home & Chapel of Hannibal.

Donna was born on February 3, 1959, in Hannibal, Missouri, the daughter of James T. and Shirley Marie (Snider)...

Judy Kaye Lieurance

Judy Kaye Lieurance

Aug 2, 2026

Judy Kaye Lieurance, age 75, of Hannibal, Missouri, passed away at 3:56 a.m. on Sunday, August 2, 2026, at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, Illinois.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, August 7, 2026, at Smith Funeral Home & Chapel. Rev. Tim Goodman will officiate. Burial will follow at Grand View Burial Park.

Visitation celebrating Judy's life will...

Sara Jane Downing

Sara Jane Downing

Aug 1, 2026

Sara Jane (Bragg) Downing, age 84, of Hannibal, Missouri, passed away peacefully at 8:45 a.m. on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at Caring Hearts & Hands of Columbia.

A memorial service celebrating Sara's life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, at Smith Funeral Home & Chapel in Hannibal. Joe Banderman will officiate. Burial will be held at...

Francis "Butch" Eugene Buchholz, Jr.

Francis "Butch" Eugene Buchholz, Jr.

Jul 19, 2026

Francis "Butch" Eugene Buchholz, Jr., age 72, of Hannibal, Missouri, passed away on Sunday, July 19, 2026, at Moberly Regional Medical Center in Moberly, Missouri.

Francis' family will host a celebration of his life at a later date.

Cremation arrangements are being handled by the Smith Funeral Home & Chapel of Hannibal.

Francis was born on October 12, 1953, in Pittsfield, Illinois, the...

Linda Lee Hickman

Linda Lee Hickman

Jul 11, 2026

Linda Lee Hickman, age 84, of Hannibal, MO passed away at 4:45 pm Saturday, July 11, 2026, at Hannibal Regional Hospital.

A memorial service will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 pm Monday, July 20, 2026 at Smith Funeral Home & Chapel.

Linda was born on August 23, 1941, in Hannibal, MO, the daughter of Joseph and Thelma (Stark) Chase

Survivors include her...

Kelly Sue Nichols (Barlass)

Kelly Sue Nichols (Barlass)

May 19, 2026

Kelly Nichols (Barlass), age 61, originally of Hannibal, MO, passed away on May 19, 2026.

A memorial service remembering Kelly will be held on Friday, July 24, 2026, at 10:00 am at Smith Funeral Home & Chapel.

The family is being served by Smith Funeral Home & Chapel.

Kelly Sue Nichols (Barlass) was born December 18, 1964, to Carl (Pete) Morgan and Betty...

Lorrie Abbey

Lorrie Abbey

Jul 2, 2026

Lorrie Abbey, age 67, of Hannibal, Missouri, passed away peacefully at 8:46 p.m. on Thursday, July 2, 2026, at her home with her family at her side.

Her family will host a Celebration of Life service at a later date.

Cremation arrangements are being handled by Smith Funeral Home & Chapel of Hannibal.

Lorrie was born on June 17, 1959, in Hannibal, Missouri,...

Robert Dean Poage

Robert Dean Poage

Jul 1, 2026

Robert Dean Poage, 92, of Hannibal, Missouri, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at 12:19 p.m., surrounded by his family.

A Celebration of Dean's Life will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at First Presbyterian Church in Hannibal. Rev. Mark Hughes will officiate. Dean's granddaughter, Merci Neff, will provide music, accompanied by...

Alma V Johnston

Alma V Johnston

Jun 28, 2026

Alma Johnston, age 101, of Hannibal, MO passed away at 3:18 pm Sunday, June 28, 2026, at Maple Lawn Nursing Home.

Funeral services will be held 12:00 pm Thursday, July 2, 2026 at Smith Funeral Home & Chapel. Father Greg Meystrik will officiate. Burial will be at Grand View Burial Park.

Visitation celebrating Alma Johnston will be held at 10:00 am until...

Kenneth G. Wilson

Kenneth G. Wilson

Jun 22, 2026

Kenneth G. Wilson, age 70, of Monroe City, Missouri, passed away peacefully at 5:18 a.m. on Monday, June 22, 2026, at his home.

Private graveside services will be held at a later date in the Grand View Burial Park.

Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Smith Funeral Home & Chapel of Hannibal.

Kenneth was born on July 2, 1955, in Hannibal, Missouri,...