A Bright Spirit Gone Too Soon

With profound sadness, the community of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, bids farewell to Lareika Dudley, who passed away on September 11, 2025, at the young age of 34. Lareika’s passing has left family, friends, and neighbors deeply heartbroken as they try to come to terms with losing someone whose presence brought warmth and joy to so many.

Known for her vibrant energy and compassionate heart, Lareika had a way of making others feel valued and loved. She brought laughter and comfort into the lives of those around her, leaving memories that will forever be cherished. Though her time on earth was far too brief, her impact will remain immeasurable in the lives she touched.

A Family’s Deepest Loss

Lareika is survived by her loving parents, Frank Garcia and Norma Dudley, and by her beloved children, Lyricka, Keondre, and Tahlyn Dudley. Her family was the center of her world, and she devoted herself wholeheartedly to nurturing and guiding her children with love, care, and strength.

As a daughter, she was a constant source of love and comfort to her parents, always honoring the values they instilled in her. As a mother, she poured her heart into her children, raising them with compassion, encouragement, and unwavering support. The love she shared with her family remains her greatest legacy, one that will carry them through the difficult days ahead.

Her passing leaves an emptiness that cannot be filled, but the memories of her laughter, her gentle words, and her unwavering love will be a source of strength to those who knew her best.

Honoring Lareika’s Memory

To honor her life, a visitation will be held on September 20, 2025, followed by a funeral service at Fowler & Sons Funeral Home. These gatherings will provide an opportunity for family, friends, and community members to come together in remembrance, sharing stories, tears, and the comfort of collective love.

Though grief weighs heavily on those left behind, Lareika’s legacy shines brightly. She will be remembered as a devoted mother, a cherished daughter, and a dear friend whose compassion extended to all. Her life is a reminder to love deeply, live fully, and never take a single day for granted.