Jaclyn Deanna Stepp

Jaclyn Deanna Stepp, 33, of Poplar Bluff, MO, formerly of Piedmont, MO, passed away Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at her residence.

Jaclyn was a woman with a truly pure and generous heart. Helping others wasn’t just something she did—it was who she was. Her family meant everything to her, and she lived each day with intentional kindness and compassion. Whether it was delivering meals to those in need, selecting the perfect gift, or simply showing up with love, Jaclyn made sure every act came from the heart.

A proud graduate of Clearwater R-1, she was the dedicated owner and operator of J and Co. in Poplar Bluff for many years. She was a woman of strong faith, a devoted Christian of the Baptist belief.

In addition to cherishing time with her family, Jaclyn found joy in decorating, traveling, and spending time with her beloved dog, Penny. Her life was a beautiful reflection of thoughtfulness, faith, and love.

On April 25, 2014, she married the love of her life, Marc. They shared eleven wonderful years together.

Jaclyn is survived by her loving family; husband Marc; her father Jeff Ross and wife Elizabeth of Piedmont, MO; her brother, Justus Ross and wife Molly of Poplar Bluff; Chance Stepp who was like a little brother and wife Natalia of Jackson, TN; Sisters Charity Harman and husband Wyatt of St. Louis, Erica Forest and husband Scott of Poplar Bluff, paternal grandmother, Anna Lea Ross of Piedmont; niece Maeley, father and mother in law Anthony and Denise Stepp of Jackson, TN.

Jaclyn is preceded in death by her mother Danita Ross; her maternal grandparents: Doug and Kathleen Fowler; paternal grandfather, Ronald Ross.

She will be forever missed and remembered.

Visitation was held Saturday, July 5, 2025, from 12:00 noon until 2:00 pm, at Ruegg Funeral Home, Piedmont, MO. Services followed at 2:00 pm at funeral home chapel. Pastor Dan Ross ministered to family and Chance Stepp gave a heartfelt eulogy. Chance Stepp, Justus Ross, Scott Forest, Eric Fowler, Matt Blackburn and Ryan Nisbeth served as pallbearers. Burial was in Masonic Cemetery, Piedmont, MO. Online condolences can be made at www.rueggfuneralhomes.com

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