Cecil Huddleston, 81, Park Hills, MO

Cecil Everett Huddleston, 81, of Park Hills, MO, formerly of Doniphan and Hillsboro, MO passed away peacefully at his home on February 15, 2026. Born April 24, 1944, in Pocahontas, AR, Mr. Huddleston was the son of the late William and Goldia (Swafford) Huddleston.

Cecil retired as a pressman from Orchard Corporation where he worked for many years and earned the respect of his colleagues. After retirement, he worked at The Cabinet Shop in Park Hills which was owned and operated by his former wife and son-in-law.

Cecil was of the Baptist faith and was known for his kindness and unwavering willingness to help others. His love of gospel music brought countless people together. He frequently hosted gatherings at his home, providing guitars for friends and neighbors to play with, creating a welcoming atmosphere filled with music, food, and fellowship.

He also loved gardening and woodworking, with many family members and friends serving as the benefactors of his craftmanship. He was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying hunting and fishing throughout his life.

He is survived by his two daughters: Dana (Brett) Bischoff of Hillsboro, MO and Regina “Dawn” (Teddy) Brooks of Park Hills, MO; two bonus sons: Corey (Jamie) Spicer of Atoka, TN and Chris (Lindsey) Spicer of Ellsinore, MO; six grandchildren: Jessica (Aaron) Wurst of Park Hills, MO, Brandon (Dana Lemp) Bischoff of Pevely, MO, Joshua Brown of Park Hills, MO, Jacob (Keaton) Brown of Farmington, MO, Cheryl (Will) Sorbello of Irondale, MO, and Ty Brooks of Park Hills, MO; eight bonus grandchildren: Ryle, Zoe, Haley, and Avery of Atoka, TN and Kaylynn, Calab, Elizabeth, and Thomas of Van Buren, MO; 10 great grandchildren: Lillian, Emmalynn, Merclynn, Holdyn, Elliott, Wyatt, Orson, Macklee, Sebastien, and Baker; two brothers: Carl “Junior” Huddleston of Grandin, MO and Kenneth (Donna) Huddleston of Ellsinore, MO; four sisters: Juanita LeGrand of Ellsinore, MO, Wanda Bourbon of Grandin, MO, Marylin (Steve) Horvath of Alton, IL and Thelma (Chuck) Aldrich of Doniphan, MO.

He was preceded in death by his former wife, Becky Huddleston; his beloved friend of 13 years, Peggy Harrelson; five sisters: Leila Mae Huddleston, Blanche Martin, Helen Ward, Ruth Pierce and Margarette Saulsbery; three half-sisters: Grace Spence, Flossie Phillips, Dona Garrison; four half-brothers: Alvy, Carney, Gordon, and Elzy Huddleston; and one great granddaughter, Riverlynn Brown.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2026, beginning at 10:00 a.m. with a memorial service to be held at 11:00 a.m. at Edwards Funeral Home, 606 Walnut Street, Doniphan, MO 63935.