David Poe

Visitation will be held on Monday, January 9, at Memorial Funeral Home from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, January 10, at 1:00 PM at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mt. Nebo Cemetery.

David was born on July 15, 1945, in Boone County; the son of Stanley and Mildred (Bennett) Poe, both of whom preceded him in death.

A devoted father and a caring friend, David loved farming at Poe Holler, trucking, family and friends. He was a joy to all that knew him and gave much love to his extended family and friends, especially the children. David also enjoyed his Harley rides, NASCAR, watching old western movies with his great-grandson, Brayden, traveling to historic locations and staying busy at the farm.

Survivors include his significant other, Annie Lusher, of the home; two sons, Martin Poe (Kelli Smith) of Columbia and Christopher Poe; one daughter, Lori Robbins (Lance) of Hallsville, MO; two step-daughters, Jeannie Lusher and Zoe Williams-Osbon; one step-son, Daniel Collis; five brothers, Billy Poe, Tommy Poe, Ronnie Poe, Gary Poe and Roger Poe; ten grandchildren, Carson, Ariel, Christy, Andrew, Paige, Aaliyah, Daniel, Nicholas, Mason and Bailey and two great-grandchildren, Brayden and Amyira.

He was also preceded in death by two sisters, Anna Rybolt and Betty Bowen, and one brother, Raymond Poe.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude’s Hospital or The Family of David Poe, c/o Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 West, Columbia, MO, 65202.