Michael Harwell

Sergeant First Class (SFC) Michael L. Harwell, 82, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri passed away March 31, 2024, at his home in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, surrounded by his family.

Michael was born Aug. 14, 1941, to Edwin and Hallie (Witmer) Harwell. He married Sue Vinson Dec. 16,1966 in Poplar Bluff.

Michael enjoyed carpentry work, music, good movies, flea markets and going to McDonald’s South. Michael also served 22 years in the United States Army.

Michael is survived by his wife, Wanda Sue (Vinson) Harwell; children, Correna Sue Vaughn (Harwell), Troy Harwell and wife, Rebecca; grandchildren, Hailey Harwell, Alexis “Lexi” Vaughn, Gavin Vaughn; other members of the family, Vickie, Steven, Scotty, Sammy, Karrol, and many nieces and nephews.

Michael was preceded in death by his parents, and a sister, Monterey Sanders.

Visitation will be held from 11 a.m.- noon Wednesday April 3, 2024, at Fowler-Sullivan Funeral Home, 701 Vine St.. Poplar Bluff. Funeral services will be at noon Wednesday, April 3, in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Kenny Durham officiating. Burial will take place at the City Cemetery with full military honors.