OBITUARIES
William “Bill" Lee Nelson
Aug 29, 2024
William “Bill” Lee Nelson, age 90, peacefully went to be with the Lord on August 29, 2024, following a brief illness.
Born on January 3, 1934, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Bill married his beloved wife, Winnie Sue Harville, on July 30, 1958. Winnie preceded him in death on January 8, 2014. Bill was a proud father to three children: Mike Nelson (deceased),...
James William "J.W." Gaddy
Aug 29, 2024
James William "J.W." Gaddy passed away peacefully on August 29, 2024. He was born on December 18, 1961, to Jim and Roxie Gaddy. J.W. was united in marriage to his wife Diane Jo Johnson on February 14, 1986, sharing 34 years together.
J.W. was a devoted family man whose love for his kids and grandchildren knew no bounds. His grandchildren...
Larry Simmons
Aug 25, 2024
George "Larry" Simmons, Sr., age 64, from Ozark, Missouri went to be with His Lord and Creator on Sunday, August 25, 2024, surrounded by his loving family and friends. Larry had a huge heart and would do anything for anyone who needed a helping hand. He was the most compassionate, kindhearted, giving person and he never met a stranger. Larry...
Donald Holliday
Aug 24, 2024
OBITUARY – By Donald R. Holliday
Donald Ray Holliday was born on Constitution Day 1939, a momentous event throughout the nearly invisible community of Pinetop, Missouri, to Admiral Schley and Eva Mabel (Drane) Holliday. He began his formal education there in Pinetop where it was easier for him to follow his older brothers to the one-room school than it was for...
Doug Fox
Aug 24, 2024
John Douglas Fox, affectionately known as Doug, a cherished husband, father, and friend, passed away peacefully August 24, 2024. He was born in Springfield, Missouri on January 18, 1960 to Ray and Margaret Fox. Doug was one of four children. His early years were spent in Ponce De Leon, Missouri making for some of his best stories.
Doug was a graduate...
John Sayre
Aug 23, 2024
John Flavius Sayre was born August 16, 1934 to Flavius Jacob Sayre and Opal Amoria (Thomas) Sayre (both deceased) in Ponca City, Oklahoma.
He had one brother, Richard A. Sayre who died too young in 1983. The Family lived in Ash Grove on Sayre Street. John graduated from Ash Grove High School and then Drury College. He then attended Officer Candidate...
Mike Turk
Aug 20, 2024
Mike Turk, 56, of Ozark, Missouri, passed away on August 20th, 2024, while driving his custom black Indian motorcycle home from Branson, Missouri, at sunset. Mike was born to parents Jim Turk and Lila (Shuster) Stout on May 20th, 1968, in Aurora, Missouri.
As a child, he moved all over the United States and lived in Japan fora year while his...
Doris Ruth Chudomelka
Aug 18, 2024
Doris Chudomelka, a cherished wife, mother, and friend, passed away peacefully August 18, 2024. She was born in Valley Park, Missouri, on February 12, 1927, to Wilfred and Flora Henderson. Doris was one of four children in the Henderson family.
Growing up in Valley Park, Doris attended high school with Don Mottesheard, whom she married in 1947. The couple relocated to...
Richard Pike
Aug 17, 2024
Richard L. Pike, age 89, passed away at his home in Springfield Saturday, August 17, 2024. He was born March 31, 1935, in Springfield to Frank and Eva (Coulter) Pike. Richard married Jeanne DeMarchi in the 1960's.
Richard grew up in Springfield and graduated from Springfield High School. He earned his bachelor's degree in finance at Drury College, now known as...
Charles Viet Rees
Aug 13, 2024
Charles Viet “Charlie” Rees, age 86 of Springfield, passed away August 13, 2024. He was born October 29, 1937, the son of Viet Daniel and Frieda Esther Schwab Rees.
On June 23, 1957, Charles was united in marriage to Beverly “Arlene” (Lintecum) in Nickerson, Kansas. Arlene preceded Charles in death on February 1, 2023.
Charles was a graduate of Nickerson High School,...
John Joseph Brown
Aug 11, 2024
John Joseph Brown, age 89, of Springfield passed away Sunday, August 11, 2024. He was born February 24, 1935, in Leon, KS to Floyd Stanley and Ruth Margaret (Adams) Brown.
John's family moved to Chadwick when John was age 4. John graduated from Chadwick High School in 1953. Immediately after graduating from high school, John went to work for Boeing in...
Paul Ketterling
Aug 5, 2024
Paul Ketterling, born May 17, 1955, passed away on August 5, 2024. Paul was a devoted car and motorcycle enthusiast who also enjoyed working on lawnmowers. His hands were often busy, and he took great satisfaction in fixing and maintaining the machines he loved.
Paul was known for his warm personality and witty sense of humor. He valued his friendships deeply...
Otto Rowland
Aug 4, 2024
Otto Rowland age 95 of Sparta, Missouri, passed away on August 4, 2024, in his home surrounded by his children. Otto was born on May 24, 1929, to John Anders Rowland and Frances Minerva Simpson.
In his early days 1960’s and 70’s, Otto owned the Skelly Service Station in Sparta Missouri. He went on to work for and retire from Associated...
Shirley Hale
Aug 4, 2024
Shirley Ann Hale, age 81, of Springfield, Missouri, was born April 26, 1943, in Dixon, Missouri, the daughter of Walter Lincoln Helton and Nora Ann (Rowden) Helton. She passed away on August 4, 2024, in Springfield. Shirley grew up in Lebanon, and was a 1961 graduate of Lebanon High School. During her working career Shirley was a successful realtor at...
Jerry Allen Corbett
Aug 3, 2024
Jerry Allen Corbett, age 85, went to be with his Lord and Savior after a short fight with lung cancer on August 3, 2024. He died peacefully in his home surrounded by family and his beautiful wife, Sharon of 20 years.Jerry was born in Upland, California on November 1, 1938, to James and Ethel Corbett. He grew up with his...
Jo Ann Perkins
Aug 1, 2024
JoAnn Perkins, age 81, of O'Fallon, Missouri passed away on Thursday, August 1st, 2024. She was born on September 26th, 1942, in Reed Springs, MO, the daughter of Clell Rantz and Peggy Elizabeth (Pace) Rantz. On July 2nd, 1960, she and Delbert Perkins were united in marriage. JoAnn retired after fifteen years with Silver Dollar City. She was a beloved...
Martin "Marty" Lee McClure
Jul 31, 2024
Martin Lee "Marty" McClure, 64, of Nixa, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 31, 2024. Born on December 24, 1959, in Licking, Missouri, he was the beloved son of Ronald "Ron" and Phyllis (Karr) McClure.
Marty was a talented carpenter whose skillful craftsmanship spoke to his creativity and dedication. Beyond his work, he was known for his warm and generous...
Faun Barnhart
Jul 30, 2024
Faun Barnhart, born on April 5, 1920, in Taneyville, MO, to Job and Rosa Hobbs, peacefully passed away at home on July 30, 2024, at the remarkable age of 104. Faun led a life filled with love, dedication, and service to her family and community.
On January 21, 1939, Faun secretly eloped to Arkansas with her beloved husband, C.W. "Jack" Barnhart,...
Sharon Lee Smith
Jul 28, 2024
Sharon Lee Smith, born September 28, 1939, in Des Moines, IA, passed away at home peacefully on July 28, 2024 surrounded by her family. She was the beloved daughter of Harold and Helen Drumm. A proud graduate of Des Moines Technical High School (1957). Sharon's life was a testament to love, dedication, and joy, particularly as a cherished wife to...
Patricia (Patti) Boyd
Jul 20, 2024
Patricia (Patti) Jane Boyd, age 74 of Nixa, passed away Saturday, July 20, 2024. She was born October 28, 1949, in St. Louis, Missouri, the daughter of Thomas Francis and Jean Adelaide “Smercina” Rabbitt. On July 6, 1968, Patricia was united in marriage to her best friend Paul E. Boyd, Jr. for 56 beautiful years.
Patricia was a member of the...
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