Janelle Leann Defur, age 10, passed away Wednesday, October 24, 2012 at St. Louis Children's Hospital St. Louis, Missouri. A memorial service will be held 7:00 P.M. Thursday, November 15, 2012 at the Vansant-Mills Chapel, with visitation one hour prior to the service. Fond memories and condolences may be left online at www.vansant-millsfuneralhome.com.

Janelle "Nelly" Defur is survived by her parents Carla & Jason Apperson of Stover, Missouri and Richard Defur of Tipton, Missouri; sister, Sydney Cantrell; two brothers, Cody Sharp and Christian Harris; along with grandparents, Laurie Freeman and Kim, and Chainey Mitchell of Bakersfield, Missouri.

She has gone to heaven to be with her twin sister, Richelle Autuam Defur, grandparents Carl Cantrell and Boyde Freeman, Patty Defur, great-grandparents, Teddy and Grace Johnson, and an uncle, Jerry Defur.

Her time here will always be cherished and she will be long remembered for her bright smile and deep heartfelt chuckles.

Nelly Belle until we see each other again, Mommy, Daddy, along with your brothers and sisters love you always. Much love baby girl-may you rest in peace and watch over us until we're together again…..hugs and kisses from all who loved you.

Services have been entrusted to Vansant-Mills Funeral Home of Clinton, Missouri.