Powell Funeral Home, Steele, MO

Powell Funeral Home, Steele, MO Leigh Ann Powell, Owner

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02/18/2026

Graveside services for 86 year old Nedra Little of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, formerly of Steele, will be held Friday, February 20, 2026 at 1:00 pm at Mt. Zion Cemetery in Steele with Rev. Donnie Riley officiating. Nedra Little passed away on February 18, 2026 at Chateau Girardeau in Cape Girardeau.

In Loving Memory of Nedra Lanell Little

September 12, 1939 – February 18, 2026



Nedra Lanell Little, age 86, of Benton, Missouri, passed away peacefully on February 18, 2026, at The Chateau in Cape Girardeau, Missouri.
Born on September 12, 1939, Nedra was the daughter of Clarence “Dutch” Barley and Nannie Kate Jones Barley, who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her beloved husband, Lowell Keith Little Sr.; three sisters, Bobbie Lair, Christen Taylor, and Joyce Poley; and two brothers, Jackie Barley and Reginald Barley.
Nedra earned her Bachelor’s Degree and Master’s Degree in Education from Southeast Missouri State and devoted her professional life to serving others. She retired from Sikeston Public Schools, where she faithfully served as a high school guidance counselor. Through her work, she impacted countless students, offering wisdom, encouragement, and steady support that shaped many young lives.
Above all, Nedra cherished her family. She is survived by her three children: Karen and John Malone of Du Quoin, Illinois; Keith Little Jr. of Plano, Texas; and Kriste and Barry Martin of Jackson, Missouri.
She was a proud Grandmother to Allison and Matt Loveland; Nick and Katie Malone; Jake and ReVay Schlitt; Ashton Schlitt; and Nathan and Danna Martin.
Great Grandchildren include Luke Loveland, Leo Loveland, Elliana Malone, Wesley Malone, Hayden Schlitt, Parker Schlitt, Daphne Schlitt, Landry Martin, Cam Martin, and Sutton Martin.
She also leaves behind many nieces and nephews as well as friends.
Nedra will be remembered for her vibrant spirit and love of education. Her life was marked by unwavering dedication to those she loved.
A graveside service will be held Friday, February 20, 2026. Family and friends are invited.

02/18/2026

Private services will be held at a later date for Sharon Annette Sutton, 64, of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, who passed away on February 16, 2026.


In Loving Memory of

Sharon Annette Sutton

September 10, 1961 – February 16, 2026







Sharon Annette Sutton, 64, of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, passed away on February 16, 2026. She was born on September 10, 1961, in San Jose, California.

Sharon was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and great-aunt whose greatest joy in life was her family. She cherished every moment spent with her children and grandchildren, creating lasting memories through her love, laughter, and unwavering support. Her home was always a place of warmth, comfort, and welcome to all who entered.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Charlie Sutton; her parents, Norma and Tom Davenport; and her brother, John Villegas.

She is survived by her sister, Julie Crouch (Shane); her children, Joe Grissom, April Grissom, Anthony Patton (Maggie), and Jeremy Patton (Jessica); her stepchildren, Holly Sutton (Tamie), Kimberly Pleasant (Jeff), Wendy Mcgarity (Anthony), and Amy Higgins; her niece, Shelby Sanford; her nephew, Devon Barger (Ashlie); her great-nephew, Jaxon; her great-nieces, Layla, Maci, Sloane, and Landry; her cherished grandchildren: Jada, Logan, Jerron, Karter, Callie, Jazmine, Janessa, Caydan, Bentley, Brantley, Natalya, Dallas, Mylee, Breanna, Miah, Elijah, and Aliyah; and her beloved great grandchildren: Junior, Joseph and Juliette.

Sharon’s legacy lives on in the love she gave so freely and the strong family bonds she helped build. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who knew and loved her.

May the road rise to meet you.

May the wind be always at your back.

May the sun shine warm upon your face,

The rains fall soft upon your fields.

And until we meet again,

May God hold you in the palm of His hand.

02/10/2026

Services for 68 year old Ralph Amerson of Steele, Missouri will be held Monday, February 16, 2026 at 12:00 pm noon at Powell Funeral Home in Steele. Visitation will begin at 11:00 am and continue until service time. Burial will be in Mt. Zion Cemetery in Steele.

Pastor Ralph Amerson of Steele, Missouri, was born on January 31, 1958 in Meridian, Mississippi, to Willie Amerson and Mary Grace. He was preceded in death by his parents; Willie Amerson and Mary Grace; his brothers, Rufus Amerson and Tom Amerson and Willie Joe Amerson; his sister, Mary Jule; and his grandson, Tavarous Lockett. From a young age, Ralph worked at Carter Farms for Jessie Carter, where his dedication and loyalty were evident to all who knew him. He remained there faithfully until his retirement. Ralph was soft-spoken, kind, and gentle in spirit. His calm presence and steady faith left a lasting impact on everyone he encountered. He loved his church family dearly and served faithfully with compassion and quiet strength. He cherished his Sunday rides with his beloved wife and loved his children and grandchildren deeply, always leading with patience, kindness, and a gentle heart. He leaves to cherish his memory his devoted wife of 36 years, Daisy Amerson; four sisters: Dorothy Lovelady, Annie (Larry) Harris, Diane Lovingston, Sylvia Henry Wallington; three brothers: Larry Amerson, Bodie Amerson, Leon Amerson; three biological children: Jayenice K Amerson, Ralph Dell Amerson, Kendrix Varnell Amerson; nine stepchildren: Wren Davis, Aukii Davis, Sharon Brodie, Lakesha Phillips Starks, Johnny Phillips, Yolanda Phillips, Debbie Phillips, Jason Phillips; six adopted children: Janice, Latarsha, Tanesha, April, Micheal, and Mykala Amerson; along with a host of grandchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives, church family, and friends.

02/09/2026

Visitation for Vernon Schremmer of Kennett, Missouri will be held at Powell Funeral Home, 122 East Main Street, in Steele, Missouri on Friday, February 13, 2026 from 7:00 pm until 8:00 pm.

Vernon Joseph Schremmer was born on July 2, 1956 in Hoisington, Kansas to Wilfred Schremmer and Cecilia Martha Illie Schremmer. He passed away on February 9, 2026 in Kennett, Missouri at the age of 69.

He had been employed with Nucor Steel and retired from there.

He was united in marriage to Patricia Thompson Schremmer.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Lisa Jean Schremmer.

Survivors include:

His wife, Patricia Schremmer of Holland, Missouri

Two daughters:

Latisha Williams and Jeremy of Kennett, Missouri
Stephanie Schremmer of Kennett, Missouri

Three sisters:

Lou Ann Gray of Peabody, Kansas
Marita Elliot of Ellenwood, Kansas
Sandy Manneth of Great Bend, Kansas

Two grandchildren: Lexi and Abby

And many other relatives and friends

02/08/2026

Services are incomplete for Rev. Ralph Amerson of Steele, Mo. Rev. Ralph Amerson passed away February 8, 2026 in Blytheville, Arkansas at the age of 68.

02/03/2026

Services for 84 year old Frances Bishop of Steele, Missouri will be held Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 2:00 pm at Powell Funeral Home in Steele with Mr. John Mundy officiating. Visitation will begin at 12:00 pm noon and continue until service time. Burial will be in Mt. Zion Cemetery in Steele.


Laura "Frances" Waller Bishop was born on May 16, 1941 in Steele, Missouri to Charlie “Shorty” Waller and Ester Elmer Dabbs Waller. She passed away on February 2, 2026 in Kennett, Missouri at the age of 84.

Frances was a member of the Steele Church of Christ. She had been employed at the Steele Garment factory. She was a happy soul who loved people. She especially loved family gatherings, and her grandchildren will always remember going to church with her on Sunday, then to her house for hamburgers.

Frances was united in marriage to Ralph “Merlon” Bishop on November 29, 1958. They recently celebrated their 67th anniversary.

She was preceded in death by her parents and:

One daughter: Laura Ann Bishop Lancaster

Two brothers and sisters-in-law:

Charles Waller and his wife, Sylvia

Bruce Waller and his wife, Rachel

Another sister-in-law: Marilyn Waller

Survivors include:

Her husband of 67 years: Merlon Bishop, Sr. of Steele, Missouri

One daughter: Paula Raspberry of Gosnell, Arkansas

One son: Merlon Bishop, Jr. of Steele, Missouri

One brother: Tonie Waller of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Four grandchildren:

Kyle William Raspberry, Chase Jordan Raspberry, Zachary Ryan Bishop, and Hannah Blythe Lancaster

One great grandson: C**t William Raspberry

One grand dog: Callie

And many other relatives and friends

02/03/2026

Services are incomplete at this time for Frances Bishop of Steele, Mo. Frances passed away February 2, 2026 in Kennett, Mo at the age of 84

01/28/2026

**UPDATED WITH ARRANGEMENTS**

**Graveside services for 68 year old Lela Priddy Pankey of Steele, Missouri will be held Friday, February 6, 2026 at 1:00 pm at Mt. Zion Cemetery in Steele with Mr. Kaleb Nelson officiating.

Lela Joann Priddy Pankey was born on August 18, 1957 in Blytheville, Arkansas to Hiram Priddy and Shirley Doran Priddy. She passed away on January 27, 2026 in Jonesboro, Arkansas at the age of 68.

Lela was a fun-loving person who enjoyed shopping and loved her animals.

She was preceded in death by her father, Hiram Priddy, and two brothers, Tony Priddy and Jerry Priddy. She was also preceded in death by one nephew, Ben Baxter.

Survivors include:

One son, Martin Pankey of Steele, Missouri

Her mother, Shirley Priddy, also of Steele

One granddaughter, Madelyn Pankey of Steele

One sister, Lisa Baxter, and one brother, Sharkey Priddy, both of Steele

One nephew, Nicholas Priddy of Cooter, Missouri and one niece, Zaylynn Hastings, of Steele

And other relatives and friends

01/15/2026

Visitation services for 45 year old LaDon Glidewell of Steele, Missouri will be held Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at Powell Funeral Home in Steele from 4:00 pm until 6:00 pm.

LaDon Edward Glidewell was born on January 16, 1980 in Blytheville, Arkansas to Larry D. Glidewell and Vicki L. Jarred Glidewell. He passed away on January 14, 2026 in Blytheville, Arkansas at the age of 45.

He had been employed with ANSP and Pemiscot County as a road grader operator. He was a very straight forward man who loved giving advice. He was a fan of the 90's and horror movies, and enjoyed building horror movie props.

LaDon was preceded in death by his grandparents, his father, and one brother, Larry Glidewell, Jr.

He is survived by:

His mother, Vicki Glidewell of Steele, Missouri

His girlfriend, Amanda Crowell of Steele, Missouri

Two sons:

Christopher Connell of Steele, Missouri
Draven Glidewell and Maria of Malden, Missouri

Five sisters:

Tracy Finnell of Poplar Bluff, Missouri
Laurie Ruminer and Mark of Half Moon, Arkansas
Olivia Glidewell of Steele, Missouri
Laura Harris and Frankie of Finley, Tennessee
Sheila Lemon and Todd of Sarasota, Florida

One aunt:

Lila Faye Holmes of Steele, Missouri

Two step children: Michael Dewitt and Bryanna Crowell

Three grandchildren:

Damien Glidewell, Raylan Glidewell, and Re*****on Glidewell

One step grandchild: John Michael Dewitt

And many other relatives and friends

01/15/2026

Services for Brenda Pierce of Senath, Missouri will be held Friday, January 16, 2026 at 10:00 am at Powell Funeral Home in Steele, Missouri with Rev. Chad Fisher officiating. Visitation will begin at 9:00 am and continue until service time. Burial will be at Mt. Zion Cemetery in Steele.

Brenda Shirlene Archer Pierce was born on September 25, 1953 in Holland, Missouri to Hubert Archer and Jearline Hensley Archer. She passed away on January 14, 2026 in Senath, Missouri at the age of 72.

She was a member of the Greater Refuge Pentecostal Church in Senath and was very avid in her faith. Music was a huge part of her life and she loved listening to gospel music. She also loved books, shopping, and high heeled shoes. Brenda was a hilarious person, with a sense of humor like no other.

She was united in marriage to Olan Pierce on June 6, 1976 in Nashville, Tennessee. He preceded her in death.

She was also preceded in death by her parents and:

Four brothers:

James Archer, Claude Archer, Larry Archer, and Mervin Archer

One son: Brian Pierce

One grandson: Alan Pierce, Jr.

One great grandson: Griffin Fisher

Survivors include:

Five children:

Marsha Fisher and Allen of Blue Springs, Missouri
Alan Pierce and Shanna of Senath, Missouri
Gina Tash and Charles of Mascot, Florida
Michael Pierce and Danita of Poplar Bluff, Missouri
Brent Pierce and Amanda of Senath, Missouri

Seventeen grandchildren

Twenty great grandchildren

And many other relatives and friends

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122 E. Main Street
Steele, MO
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