Melba Faulkner, 83, of Caruthersville, Missouri, passed away and joined her heavenly father on July 15, 2026. She was born June 6, 1943, in Hayti, Missouri, and was the daughter of the late Howard Mott and Katherine Bargery Mott.

She was united in marriage to Paul Faulkner on December 29, 1960. Into this union, five sons and a daughter were born.

She was preceded in death by her husband, her daughter, Paula Kay Faulkner, her son, Paul Parker Faulkner, her grandson, Steven Paul, her parents, and five siblings, Martha Agnes Mott, Jerry Mott, Cletus Mott, Annie Carlton, and Earlene Atichison.

She is survived by her son, Johnny Faulkner, and wife Mindy of Kennett, Missouri; son, Dewayne Faulkner and wife, Sarah of Jackson, Tennessee; son, Kevin, Faulkner and wife Kellye Jo of Caruthersville, Missouri; son, Timmy Faulkner of Dyersburg, Tennessee; also, her grandchildren: Gary Wayne, Cody, Taylor, Lindsey, Kelsey, Emily, Peyton, Logan, Chloe, Mallory, Seth, Hayden, Mary Claire, and Declan. She is also survived by 4 of her siblings, Bobby Mott and his wife Sharon, Pat Guest and her husband Bobby, Peggy Rowelf, and James Mott and his wife Brenda.

In addition, she leaves behind 15 great-grandchildren, with one more precious blessing expected in November around Papaw's birthday, a beautiful reminder that even in loss, new life begins.

She also leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends who will forever cherish her memory.

Mrs. Faulkner was a faithful and devoted member of Caruthersville First Assembly of God. Her life's work was caring for her family and following her savior. She lovingly kept her home open and had food prepared for any friends or family who dropped in. No one was ever a stranger very long to this sweet lady because of her friendly and welcoming nature. Her memory will be a treasured gift to all who loved her. She was no doubt welcomed into the arms of her Heavenly Father that she so steadfastly worshiped and prayed to. Many hearts were surely brought closer to Jesus by way of her inspiring example of faith.

Funeral services will be held Friday, July 17, 2026, at 2 p.m. at the Caruthersville First Assembly of God with Brother Larry Griffin and Brother Chad Fisher officiating. Burial will be in Pemiscot Memorial Gardens in Caruthersville, Missouri. Pallbearers are her grandsons: Gary Wayne, Peyton, Logan, Hayden, Seth, and honorary son, Charles Oliver.  Honorary pallbearers are also her grandsons, Cody and Declan.