Bessie Marolyn Yowell

Bessie Marolyn Yowell, 69, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly, Friday, September 3, 2021 at her home.

Born July 25, 1952 in Kirksville, Missouri, the twin daughter of the late Roy Francis and Maggie (Brummit) Yowell.

Marolyn is survived by her twin sister, Carolyn (Steve) Jacobs of Kirksville, MO; one niece, Stephanie Jensen; one nephew, Ryan Jacobs, as well as two great-nieces and four great-nephews.

Marolyn worked in medical records at Northeast Regional Medical Center for years until recently retiring. She loved to read.

She was a member of the First Christian Church of Kirksville.

It was Marolyn’s wish to be cremated and a memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of the Travis-Noe Funeral Home in Kirksville, MO.

Memorial donations may be made to the Adair County Library and may be left at or mailed to Travis-Noe Funeral Home, P.O. Box 306, Kirksville, MO 63501.