OBITUARIES

Carol Sue Cardwell

Carol Sue Cardwell

Jan 21, 2025

Carol Sue Cardwell, a loving mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on January 21, 2025, in Nixa, Missouri. Born on June 15, 1944, Carol was known for her kindness, generosity, and love for others. 

Carol was married to James Lewis Cardwell for 20 years, sharing a life filled with love and companionship. Together, they built a family-centered life, offering support and...

Bessie Sue Serdahl

Bessie Sue Serdahl

Jan 17, 2025

Bessie Sue Serdahl, 93, of Springfield, Missouri, passed away on January 17, 2025. She was born on April 27, 1931, in Mason City, Iowa, to Allan and Rose Bull.

Bessie graduated from Mason City High School, where she spent many happy hours roller skating and building friendships. She had a warm and outgoing personality that made it easy for her to...

James Dean Anthony Means

James Dean Anthony Means

Jan 16, 2025

With heavy hearts and profound sadness, we announce the passing of James Dean Anthony Means. James was born on August 20, 1986, to Tony Means and Karen Ready. He departed this life far too soon on January 16, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, humor, and an unyielding spirit. 

James grew up as part of a military family, a lifestyle...

Della Stine Waymack

Della Stine Waymack

Jan 16, 2025

Della Stine Waymack, of Ozark, Missouri, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2025, at the age of 98. Born on June 20, 1926, to EJ and Dora (Tunnell) Adams, Della lived a full and beautiful life, leaving behind a legacy of love, compassion, and creativity. 

A proud graduate of Ozark High School's Class of 1944, Della cherished her school years. She...

George Harry Erder Jr.

George Harry Erder Jr.

Jan 13, 2025

Airman First Class “A1C” George Harry Erder, Jr., age 88, from St. Louis, MO, passed away on January 13, 2025, with his daughters and son-in-law by his side in his homein Nixa, MO. He proudly served in the United States Air Force from August 1956 to August 1962 for the country he loved. 

He was preceded in death by his wife...

Daniel Ray Davis

Daniel Ray Davis

Jan 9, 2025

Daniel Ray Davis, age 74 of Mt. Vernon, Missouri went to his heavenly home on Thursday, January 9, 2025. Danny was born on July 25, 1950, in Springfield, Missouri to his parents Dave and Esther Davis.  

Danny grew up in Nixa, Missouri. He loved to fish (especially gigging for suckers), ride horses, operate heavy equipment, watch old western movies, preach...

Regina Johns

Regina Johns

Jan 9, 2025

 Regina Gail Johns of Nixa was born July 13, 1949, to Earl E. and Juanita (Phipps) Bilyeu in Greeley, Colorado where her father was attending college. She died at her home on January 9, 2025.

She graduated from Greenwood High School and received her bachelor's and master's degrees from SMS and then went on to become a Licensed Professional Counselor, a...

Jack Duane Lynn, Jr.

Jack Duane Lynn, Jr.

Jan 7, 2025

Jack Duane Lynn, age 66 of Mountain Grove, passed away January 7, 2025. He was born on November 3, 1958 in Ohio to Joan (Arentz) Lynn.

Survivors include two sons, Cody Lynn and wife Robyn of Round Rock, Texas and Tony Lynn and wife Bethany and their children of Colorado.

Jack served his country in the U.S. Air Force for 16 years....

James (Jim) Bryant

James (Jim) Bryant

Jan 6, 2025

James “Jim” Bryant, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away at the age of 85. Born on November 5, 1939, in Mountain Home, Arkansas, Jim was the son of Kenneth and Virginia Bryant. During his senior year, his family moved to Nixa, Missouri, where he graduated with the Nixa High School Class of 1957.

 Jim worked four summers along...

Preston Jones

Preston Jones

Jan 5, 2025

Preston Jones, age 95, of Nixa passed away Sunday, January 5, 2025 after a brief illness. He was born August 23, 1929 in Nixa to Homer and Lorena (Hayes) Jones. He was a life long Nixa resident and attended Nixa Schools. He was united in marriage to Josephine Jennings of Protem, Missouri on December 31, 1952. They were married 65...

Barbara "Bobbye" Sue White

Barbara "Bobbye" Sue White

Jan 5, 2025

Bobbye White, age 82, of Nixa, Missouri passed away on January 5, 2025, at Mercy Hospital in Springfield, Missouri. She was born in Jena, Louisiana to Edna and Robert Jackson. Bobbye was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother who touched the lives of many with her kindness, warmth and unwavering love. 

On March 26, 1960, Bobbye married Fairel W. White, and...

Lori Ann Wright

Lori Ann Wright

Dec 30, 2024

Lori Ann Wright, 61, of Harwood, Missouri, passed away on December 30, 2024. She was born on September 19, 1963, to Charles and Katherine (Hare) Wright in Pierre, South Dakota.

As a child, Lori loved reading and spending time with her cousins. She graduated from high school in Kansas and married the love her life, Thomas Mullins on September 19, 1980. 

A...

Teddy Keith White

Teddy Keith White

Dec 30, 2024

Teddy Keith White, 74, of Nixa, Missouri, passed away on December 30, 2024. He was born on September 21, 1950, to Ted and Juanita (Gideon) White and spent most of his life in Nixa.

 Teddy served a brief term in the United States Army before working in construction for many years, including owning his own business, White Construction. Later, he drove...

Marjorie Lou Schupbach

Marjorie Lou Schupbach

Dec 28, 2024

Marjorie Lou Schupbach, 87, of Springfield, Missouri, passed away peacefully in her home on Saturday, December 28, 2024, surrounded by her devoted children and loved ones. Born on July 22, 1937, to Howard and Helen (Hovey) Holloway, Marjorie led a life filled with love, faith, and service. 

She spent her early days growing up in West Plains, Missouri, where she graduated...

Paulette (Salchow) Phillips

Paulette (Salchow) Phillips

Dec 25, 2024

 Sybil Paulette (Salchow) Phillips was born in Vallejo, California, but raised in Billings, Missouri. After graduating from Billings High School, she moved to Springfield where she worked various jobs. Paulette was instrumental in allowing women to serve as Police Officers in Springfield, MO. And served as one of the first woman Police Officers from 1974 to 1982. After leaving the...

Dick Lee Agee

Dick Lee Agee

Dec 25, 2024

Dick Lee Agee, 88, of Sparta, Missouri, passed away peacefully on December 25, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born on May 10, 1936, to Shadrack and Katheryn Agee, Dick’s life was a testament to dedication, love, and a passion for helping others. 

From a young age, Dick was immersed in the automobile industry, learning the ropes alongside his father at...

Shirley Ann Mullen

Shirley Ann Mullen

Dec 24, 2024

Shirley Ann Mullen, age 82, of Nixa, passed away Tuesday, December 24, 2024. She was born January 9, 1942, to Charles and Lula Belle Patrick and grew up in Abesville. Shirley graduated from Galena High School.

 Shirley owned Mullen and Associates Insurance Company. She enjoyed her work and loved her clients. In retirement she kept busy quilting, sewing, and bowling.

 She was...

John Raabe Lineberry

John Raabe Lineberry

Dec 23, 2024

John Lineberry passed away on Monday, December 23, 2024, at the age of 75. John went peacefully in his sleep. He was born in Chillicothe, Missouri on March 23, 1949, to John “Jack” and Lorraine Lineberry. He grew up on the family farm in Hale, Missouri. After graduating high school, John joined the United States Navy, where he proudly served...

Richard Gerald See

Richard Gerald See

Dec 22, 2024

 Richard "Dick" Gerald See, age 78, of Nixa, Missouri, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2024. He was born on November 4, 1946, in Waterloo, Iowa, to Gerald See and Wilda (Lormor) See.

 Dick married Roberta “Bobbie” Meyer on December 16, 1967, in Cedar Falls, Iowa, and they shared 57 wonderful years together. He worked as an electrical construction estimator at...

Carol Jean Lamb

Carol Jean Lamb

Dec 22, 2024

Carol Jean (Oxley) Lamb, born on July 10, 1944, to Eldred and Doris (Goodwyn) Oxley, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2024.

Carol married the love of her life, Del Lamb, on October 5, 1968, and together they shared 56 years of marriage. Their love story began on a chance encounter on an icy road between Nowata and Bartlesville, Oklahoma. Carol...

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