Paula Ann Ellsworth, 32, of De Soto died Jan. 12, 2018, at Mercy Hospital Jefferson in Crystal City. Ms. Ellsworth was a homemaker and a member of Emmanuel Lutheran Church. She enjoyed camping and fishing. Born March 1, 1985, in Festus, she was the daughter of the late Susan (Presler) and Terral Ellsworth.
She is survived by a daughter: Kayla Ellsworth of De Soto; a brother: Johny (Brea) Ellsworth of Festus; a nephew: Ethan Ellsworth; and a niece: Abigail Ellsworth.
Visitation is at 10 a.m. and a funeral service is scheduled for noon Thursday, Jan. 18, at Mahn Funeral Home, 900 North Main St., in De Soto. Burial is in the Peaceful Ridge Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Mahn Funeral Home.