OBITUARIES
Louise Carol Hedgpeth
Mar 11, 2015
Louise Carol Hedgpeth, age 61, of Nixa, passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2015. She was born December 28, 1953 in Eaglerock, to Elmer and Vivian (Keltner) Periman. Louise was a homemaker and an excellent cook. Her family was important to her. She loved flowers and planted flower beds. Louise was an outgoing person, and lived life to the fullest. She...
Martha McMillen
Mar 6, 2015
Martha Lou "Marty" (Nalley) McMillen, age 61 of Ozark, passed away Friday, March 6, 2015. She was born October 5, 1953 in Springfield, IL. Marty worked in the restaurant business throughout her life. On April 8, 1987 she married Terry McMillen. Marty volunteered for several organizations, including Neat Repeats thrift shop in Ozark. Marty was a member of Christian County...
Toy Ann Harp
Mar 3, 2015
Toy Ann Harp, age 81, of Nixa, passed away on Tuesday. Funeral services will be 4:00 PM Saturday, March 7, at Adams Funeral Home, Nixa. Visitation will be from 5:00 - 7:00 PM Friday at the funeral home.
Gen. Joseph Thomas Palastra
Mar 3, 2015
General Joseph Thomas Palastra Jr, age 83, of Highlandville, passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2015. He was born November 10, 1931 in Kittery, Maine, the son of Joseph and Isabelle (Lamson) Palastra. He graduated from West Point, and retired from the U.S. Army as a 4-Star General. During his career he served three tours of Vietnam, at the Pentagon, and...
Michael Bruce Baker
Mar 2, 2015
Michael Bruce Baker, age 67, of Nixa, passed away Monday, March 2, 2015. He was born May 4, 1947 in Neptune, New Jersey, the son of Elsworth and Marguerite (Mayberry) Baker. Michael served as an attorney in the Los Angeles area for many years, before moving to Nixa. Survivors include: A son, Ethan Baker of Nixa; four grandchildren; and his...
Lawrence A. Studyvin
Feb 28, 2015
Mr. Lawrence A. Studyvin, age 80 of Harrison, AR, passed away February 28, 2015. He was born June 13, 1934 in Boone County, AR, the son of Lawrence and Zada (Robinson) Studyvin. Mr. Studyvin served his country in the U.S. Armed Forces. Survivors include: his wife, Merlene Studyvin of Harrison, AR. Cremation under direction of Adams Funeral Home, Ozark.
Gabriele Rocco Orlandi
Feb 28, 2015
Mr. Gabriele Orlandi passed away February 28, 2015. He was born September 23, 1936 in Reginaldo, Italy, the son of Gentile and Antoinetta Zappacosta Orlandi. Survivors include, his wife, Rita Orlandi of Nixa; his children and grandchildren. Cremation under direction of Adams Funeral Home, Nixa.
Coy R. Smith
Feb 28, 2015
Mr. Coy R. Smith, age 84 of Springfield, passed away Saturday, February 28, 2015. He was born January 4, 1931 in Campbell, Missouri, the son of Orville and Grace (Taylor) Smith. Mr. Smith served his country in the U.S. Air Force. Survivors include: his wife, Betty Orr Smith, Springfield; and his daughters. Mr. Smith was preceded in death by his...
Steven Allen Messersmith
Feb 23, 2015
Steven Allen Messersmith, age 52, of Nixa, passed away Monday, February 23, 2015. He was born March 29, 1962 in San Diego, California, the son of Gordon Dean and Judy Rae (Estes) Messersmith. Steve held several occupations, most often in construction work. He enjoyed camping with friends and family. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his wife...
Karen Farnsworth White
Feb 21, 2015
Karen Farnsworth White, age 68 of Ozark, passed away Saturday, February 21, 2015. She was born April 6, 1946 in Susquehanna, PA, to parents Phil B. and Claudine Farnsworth. On profession of faith, Karen was baptized and became a member of First Free Will Baptist Church in Ozark. She loved her church and was faithful in sending cards and goodies...
Thomas Leon Glidewell
Feb 20, 2015
Thomas Leon "Tom" Glidewell passed away February 20, 2015, after a long illness. Tom was born April 18, 1958, in Springfield, MO to Jack and Shirley Glidewell. He grew up in Ozark and resided in Highlandville, MO until his death. He was preceded in death by his paternal and maternal grandparents and his older brother, Donald Jack "Sonny" Glidewell Jr....
Jamie Herbert Fulton
Feb 20, 2015
Jamie Herbert Fulton age 82, of Ozark, MO, passed away February 20, 2015 at Cox South, Springfield after a short illness. He was born October 18, 1932 in Bruner, Missouri, the son of Fred and Ruby (Sherrow) Fulton. He was united in marriage to Joan (Bolin) on January 14, 1955. To this union a daughter Connie and a son Mike...
Richard Ralph Matsie
Feb 19, 2015
Richard Ralph Matsie, age 81, of Oldfield, Missouri, passed away Thursday, February 19, 2015. He was born November 3, 1933 in Chicago, Illinois the son of Ralph and Helen Matsie. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. As a talented singer, Richard traveled with a military singing group, entertaining as he served in the U.S. and Germany. On...
Robert Roussell
Feb 16, 2015
Robert "R.J." Roussell, 82, of Troy, MO, passed away on Monday, February 16, 2015. He was born on April 30, 1932, the son of George and Ethel (Baker) Roussell in Chadwick, MO. After attending local schools, R.J. joined the military in 1951 and he began his service in the United States Army. During his service, he fought in the Korean...
Rayma Evelyn Young
Feb 15, 2015
Rayma Evelyn Young, age 100, departed from this life Sunday, February 15, 2015. She was born July 14, 1914 in Nixa, where she continued to live most of her life. She was one of five children born to Seymour and "Crete" (Gooch) McConnell. On January 27, 1934 she and Harry Young were united in marriage. Rayma was a loving wife,...
Wilma Jean Stults
Feb 14, 2015
Wilma Jean Stults, age 73, of Reeds Spring, passed away in her home Saturday, February 14, 2015. She was born June 30, 1941 in Stone County, the daughter of Everett and Mildred (Roberts) Burk. On June 5, 1960 she and Kenneth Stults were united in marriage. They enjoyed two years in Germany, as Kenneth served in the army. Wilma was...
Jimmy L. Cole
Feb 13, 2015
Jimmy L. Cole, age 72 of Ozark, passed away Friday, February 13, 2015. He was born October 13, 1942 in Grenada, Mississippi, the son of James and Janie Mae (Gentry) Cole. On December 24, 1969, Jimmy married Betty Fillyaw. Jimmy worked as a plumber most of his adult life. He served as a Deacon at Victory Baptist Church, Ozark. Jimmy...
Walter Wesley Sellers
Feb 8, 2015
Walter Sellers passed away peacefully in his home in Nixa, MO on February 8, 2015 at the age of 84. Walter is survived by his wife Nona Sexton Sellers, children; Deb Broadway, husband Mark, and Kay Semans. Sister Arlene Schoenfelder from Kirkville, New York. Grandchildren; Magen Felten husband Aaron, Joshua Broadway, wife Jessica, Aaron Semans, Daryl Semans, fianc�e Kellee Sanford,...
Bill Myers
Feb 4, 2015
Dr. William (Bill) Myers, age 52, of Nixa, passed away Wednesday, February 4, 2015. He was born April 11, 1962 in Woodward, Iowa, to Eugene and Laura (Zerke) Myers. He graduated from Woodward High School, received his under graduate degree in psychology at Northwest Missouri State University, and his Master's degree and Doctorate degree in Neuropsychology at Forest Institute in...
Charles Philipian
Feb 2, 2015
Charles J. Philipian, age 81 of Highlandville passed away on Monday, Feb. 2, 2015 in his home surrounded by his family and close friends. He was born on August 29, 1933 in Chicago, the son of Walter and Muriel Philipian, who preceded him in death along with his brother, Whitty. He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Linda...
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