Dorothy “Jean” Sickmiller, age 85, passed away on January 27, 2026, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. She was born on February 3, 1940, in Montpelier, Ohio, to Harold Ross Grubbs and Dorothy Lowella (Wallace) Grubbs.
Jean was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Richard “Dick” Sickmiller Jr., whom she married in 1969; her sisters, Betty Logsdon, Mildred Rice, Mary Head, Marylynn Schmidt, and Janet Dickerson; her daughter, Wanda (Montague) Franklin; her son, Donnie Montague; and her grandchildren, Amy Montague, Ray Montague, and Lee Montague.
She is survived by her children, Jody Montague of Mountain View, MO, Eve Stark of Mountain View, MO, Richard Sickmiller III of Hutton Valley, MO; her son-in-law, Leslie Franklin of Houston, MO; her sister Ella Demeritt (David) of Bronson, MI; her cherished grandchildren: Cody Sickmiller (Megan) of Mountain View, MO; Dekota Weilenman (Justin) of Doniphan, MO; Skyla Weilenman (Dustin) of West Plains, MO; Ben Franklin (Melanie) of Granite City, IL; Brandi Franklin of Houston, MO; Alan Montague (Allie) of Mountain View, MO; Alisa Wynn (Cory) of Mountain View, MO; Shyann Montague of Mountain View, MO; Cordell Montague of Mountain View, MO, and Sarah Sickmiller of Pomona, MO; and a loving host of great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren, all of whom were a source of great pride and joy in her life.
Jean’s greatest joy in life was her family. She treasured time spent with her children, grandchildren, and extended family, and her home was always a place of warmth, laughter, and open doors. Jean truly never met a stranger and had a natural gift for making everyone feel welcome and at ease.
She loved the simple pleasures of life, especially going fishing, traveling, riding horses, and spending time visiting with friends and family-whether near or far. In her younger years, Jean worked at a chicken farm, where she was known for her strong work ethic, determination, and willingness to do whatever was needed. Those same qualities carried through her life and were reflected in the care and love she gave to her family.
Jean’s kindness, resilience, and friendly spirit touched many lives. She will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing her or crossing her path, but her memory will live on through the many lives she touched and the love she shared.
No services are planned. Cremation arrangements were under the direction of Yarber Mortuary, Mountain View, Missouri. Condolences may be expressed at www.yarbermortuary.com.
