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Robert  J.  Geiger

Robert J. Geiger

Feb 6, 2022

Robert Geiger, age 83, passed away on February 6, 2022, at his home where he was surrounded by his loving family. 

Bob was a jack of all trades, but most importantly he was a phenomenal left handed pitcher and bowler. Bob and his family were extremely proud of all his accomplishments in his life. He cherished his time with all...

James "Jim"  Robert Johnston

James "Jim" Robert Johnston

Feb 6, 2022

James (Jim) Robert Johnston of Nixa, Missouri departed this life on Sunday, February 6, 2022, at the age of 82. James was born in Bee Branch, Arkansas on October 9, 1939, to Arthur and Ivar (Leslie) Johnston. After graduating from Vilonia High School, he attended the University of Arkansas where he earned a Specialist in Education. While attending college, he...

Sean Michael  Winslow

Sean Michael Winslow

Feb 4, 2022

Sean Michael Winslow, age 27 of Highlandville, Missouri passed away Friday, February 4, 2022, from a traumatic brain injury. Sean was born on February 14, 1994, in Springfield Missouri to Kevin and Carol Winslow.

Sean graduated in 2012 from Spokane High School. He was passionate for his son, music, and being creative. Sean loved to draw and make different art...

Bob Woolley

Bob Woolley

Feb 1, 2022

Bob Woolley of Ozark, MO, ordained minister of music, Christian music composer, and conductor, died February 1 after a brief illness. He was 94.  He was born on August 31, 1927, in Ponca City, OK. Woolley earned a degree in music from Oklahoma Baptist University and was awarded an honorary doctorate degree from Southwest Baptist University.

 

In his senior year of...

Betty Louise Wilcox

Betty Louise Wilcox

Jan 31, 2022

Betty Louise Wilcox, daughter of the late Gusdavis “Gus” and Lelia May (Hunt) Sutton, was born on October 8, 1927 in Independence Kansas and passed away on January 31, 2022 in Chico, CA.at the age of 94. Betty's heart was stolen by a handsome young soldier named Roy Lee Wilcox. She married him on March 3, 1946  and went on to have...

Joretta Fitzpatrick

Joretta Fitzpatrick

Jan 31, 2022

Joretta Fitzpatrick, age 88, passed away on January 31, 2022.

 Joretta was born on May 5, 1933 in Marionville, Missouri to the late Herbert and Hester (Aven) Jackson.

 Joretta was united in marriage to Billy Fitzpatrick in June of 1950. Family was everything to Jo. She was a dedicated wife and loved mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. When Bill sold...

Jerry Monroe Radford

Jerry Monroe Radford

Jan 29, 2022

Jerry Monroe Radford age 79, of Billings, MO., entered into his heavenly home on Saturday, January 29, 2022 with his wife by his side. 

Jerry was born in Ontario, CA on March 2, 1942 to Lebert and Helen (Phillips) Radford. 

Jerry was preceded in death by his parents and his two sons, Jeff Monroe and Jon Edward Radford. 

He is...

Bobby Dean  Mease

Bobby Dean Mease

Jan 26, 2022

Bobby Dean Mease age 86, passed away on January 26, 2022, at The Arbors at Lakewood in Springfield, Missouri. 

Bobby was born on February 10, 1935, in Reeds Spring, Missouri to the late Carl “Kelly” and June “Jean” Mease. 

Bobby was united in marriage to Maree Shumate and to this union two sons were born, Bobby Kevin Mease and Jamie...

Stephen  Paul Davenport

Stephen Paul Davenport

Jan 25, 2022

Stephen Paul Davenport, 56, of Nixa passed away on Tuesday, January 25, 2022 at Cox South Medical Center in Springfield.

Cremation Rites have been accorded and burial of cremated remains will be held at a later date.

Stephen Paul Davenport

Stephen Paul Davenport

Jan 25, 2022

Stephen Paul Davenport, 56, of Nixa passed away on January 25, 2022 at Cox South Medical Center in Springfield.

Stephen was a long-time resident of the Life Enhancement Village in Nixa, where he had many friends and brought many smiles to the nurses and aides.

Cremation Rites have been accorded and a Graveside Memorial will be held for Stephen at...

Gordon  Russell  Jones

Gordon Russell Jones

Jan 24, 2022

Gordon Russell Jones, age 88 of Garrison died in his home on January 24, 2022. He was born August 30, 1933 in Garrison, Missouri, the son of Cecil and Merle (Gibson) Jones.

On August 24, 1957, Gordon was united in marriage to Zelda (Stevens.)

Gordon farmed all of his life. He served his country in the U.S. Army. Gordon served as...

Gretchen Lynn Edwards

Gretchen Lynn Edwards

Jan 23, 2022

Gretchen Lynn Edwards (Martin) was born January 22nd, 1960 and left this earthly world on January 23rd, 2022. She is the daughter of James A and Patricia A Bixman Martin. Gretchen was born in Kansas City and lived there until moving to Forsyth, MO in 1968. Gretchen spent most of her adult life in the KC area. On November 23,...

Michael Lawrence Schlitz

Michael Lawrence Schlitz

Jan 22, 2022

Michael Lawrence Schlitz, age 75 of Crane, passed away at home, surrounded by his family on January 22, 2022. He was born August 2, 1946 in Southgate, California, the son of Norman and Rosanna (Ross) Schlitz.

Michael served his country in the U.S. Army. After the military he worked in the trucking and warehouse industry. In his spare time,...

Bessie Elizabeth Cornog

Bessie Elizabeth Cornog

Jan 22, 2022

Bessie Elizabeth Cornog, age 91 of Spokane, passed away January 22, 2022. She was born September 3, 1930 in Spokane, the daughter of Eric Jacob and Margaret Jane (Patrick) Cornog.

Bessie had retired from Fasco. She attended Spokane 1st Baptist Church and Riverdale Baptist Church.

Survivors include: a niece, Beth Ann Heier; and two nephews, Roy Cornog and Buddy Dingus.

Bessie was...

Dwayne Michael Kwiatkowski

Dwayne Michael Kwiatkowski

Jan 19, 2022

Dwayne (Duey) Michael Kwiatkowski was born December 7, 1962, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late David Joseph Kwiatkowski and Kathleen Jean (Cullen) Griffith. Dwayne was raised in Chicago,then in 1999 came to Springfield, Mo. to be closer to his Mom and little brother (Ski).

Dwayne’s favorite pastime was to be with family and friends always. He loved to camp, fish,and hit...

Kerry R. Phares

Kerry R. Phares

Jan 19, 2022

Kerry Phares, 69 years old, was called home by his Heavenly Father on January 19, 2022. He was born in Phoenix, Arizona, on July 11, 1952. He grew up in Des Moines, IA, and was graduated from high school in Portage Michigan, then to college in Indianapolis, Indiana. He loved hunting when he was young, but his true passion was...

Jason Leroy Wiles

Jason Leroy Wiles

Jan 18, 2022

Jason Leroy Wiles passed away on January 18, 2022.

Jason was born on October 25, 1966, in Los Angeles to Lynn Myron and Norma Jean Wiles.

Jason was a family man. He loved his kids and being a dad. He was a jokester and loved to laugh. He had many silly faces. Jason had a close bond with...

Don Gregory

Don Gregory

Jan 18, 2022

Ulises Donald "Don" Gregory, age 73 of Nixa, passed away January 18, 2022.

He was born December 19, 1948 in New York City, the son of Jose and Bianca (Hansen) Gregory.

Don served his country in the U.S. Army.

Don is survived by two sons, Donald Gregory and wife Jacelyn of Ozark and William Gregory of Springfield; and four grandchildren, Ryan, Jacob,...

Dennis  Gary  Blackburn

Dennis Gary Blackburn

Jan 17, 2022

Dennis G. Blackburn, age 73 of Lebanon, passed away January 17, 2022. He was born June 19, 1948 in Lebanon, the son of Roy and Gwen (Cromer) Blackburn.

Private services will be held. Cremation rites will be accorded by Adams Crematory.

Arrangements are under the direction of Adams Funeral Home, Ozark.

Julian Passarelli

Julian Passarelli

Jan 17, 2022

Julian “Julio” Frank Theodore Passarelli, 90, passed away at home January 11, 2022. Julian was born March 10, 1931 at Mother Cabrini Hospital in Chicago, Illinois, to Romolo and Josephine (Sorrentino) Passarelli.

After high school, Julian apprenticed for his father as a painter, and later started his own business. In 1950, Julian married Margaret (Marge) Sedlak. They had four children...

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