George Joseph Naumann

George Joseph Naumann, age 73, of Ozark, passed away in his home on Tuesday, May 20, 2014. He was born September 23, 1940, in St. Louis, Missouri, the son of George Fredrick and Estella (Frueh) Naumann. On July 25, 1959 he and Dianne Lee Govro were united in marriage. George served his country in the U.S. Air Force from 1959 until 1966. George served as Pastor of Hannon Freewill Baptist Church in Liberal, Missouri, before retirement. He also drove a bus for the Liberal School District. Following his move to Ozark, George worked as a part-time cashier for Lowe's. Survivors include: His wife Dianne; two children, Tamme Steele and husband Billy of Ozark, and Russell Naumann of Springfield; two grandchildren, Calvin Daniels and wife Anna, and Caleb Naumann and wife Brandy; four great-grandchildren, Gabbi, and Gavin, Sophie and Mia; two step-grandchildren Brandi Steele and husband Mark, and Tanya Turner; two step-great-grandchildren, Rhiannon and Gage; George's twin sister, Georgeanne Smith; another sister, Gwendolyn McGaughy; nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a son, Randall Scott Naumann, a brother Michael Naumann; and his parents. A graveside funeral will be 10:00 AM Thursday, May 22, in Missouri Veterans Cemetery, Springfield, with George's niece, Melissa Lawson, a seminary student officiating. Full military honors will be provided. Arrangements are under the direction of Adams Funeral Home, Ozark. Memorials may be made in George's name to Disabled American Veterans.