Erma V. Straw

Erma Vianna Straw, 104, of Perryville, passed away Friday, February 3, 2023 at Barnes-Jewish Hospital.
She was born January 5, 1919 in Puxico , MO to Charles Albert and Bessie Alberta (Proffer) Green.
She and Luther Willis were married and he precedes her in death. She later married Harvey Straw and he also precedes her in death.
She worked as a home maker. Erma loved baking, flowers, birds and being outdoors. Above all, Erma loved people especially her family.
She was a member of First Baptist Church in Perryville.
Survivors include three grandchildren, Darrin Parker, Lisa Parker, Pam Brannon; eight great-grandchildren, Misty (Keith) Yount, Travis Stanley, Michelle Racca, Daria (Josh) Stevens, Haylie Jarrett, Shannon Geissler, Jodi Leathers; five great-great grandchildren, Jerod Yount, Autom (Landon) Mitchell, Tayler Racca, Jayden Galeski, Jaxon Brown.

She is also preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Marsha Louise Buttry; brother, Thurman Green; sister, Novella Johnson; granddaughter Christi Dixon; and great granddaughter Mandy Sheriff.
Graveside Service will be Friday, February 10 at 12:00 pm at Rock Hill Cemetery in Puxico, MO with Pastor Ben Chapman officiating.
Burial will be at Rock Hill Cemetery in Puxico, MO.
Memorial contributions may be given to a charity of your choice.
Online condolences may be made at www.fordandyoungfuneralhome.com.
Ford & Young Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.