OBITUARIES

Rick Dean Knutson

Rick Dean Knutson

Mar 4, 2021

Rick Dean Knutson, 67 passed away on Thursday, March 4, 2021 at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis after a long, hard fought battle with multiple myeloma. Rick was born on August 26, 1953 in Mason City, Iowa to Everette and Evelyn (Larson) Knutson. On July 28, 1984 he married Jill Eileen Ramage. Rick proudly served in the United States...

Daniel L. Serven

Daniel L. Serven

Mar 3, 2021

Daniel Lynn Serven passed from this world into the loving arms of Jesus Christ on March 3, 2021. He was 74 years old. Dan was born on August 3, 1946, in Mount Morris, Michigan, to James and Uldene Serven. He was the third of five children. Dan married his beloved wife Donna Jo (Waggoner) Serven on June 15, 1968. He...

Sharon Moomey

Sharon Moomey

Mar 1, 2021

Sharon Kay Moomey, 79, of Springfield passed away on Monday, March 1, 2021 at Mercy Hospital in Springfield. There are no public services planned at this time. Arrangements are under the care of Adams Funeral Home of Nixa.

Ruth V. Little

Ruth V. Little

Mar 1, 2021

On August 6, 1930, a strong, brilliant, and spirited soul, named Ruth Virginia, was welcomed into this world by parents Edgar Rawlins Sr and Gomera Banks in Greensboro, NC. A few years later a brother, Pete, joined them. Ruth passed away on March 1, 2021. Ruth graduated with honors from the Women’s College of NC, majoring in history, minoring in...

Pat Duncan

Pat Duncan

Feb 28, 2021

Pat Duncan, age 77, of Nixa passed away Sunday, February 28, 2021 after a valiant battle with kidney disease. He was born November 12, 1943 in Council Grove, KS to Ralph and Inez (Still) Duncan. He grew up in Council Grove and graduated from Council Grove High School. He earned a bachelor’s degree at Emporia Teachers College, Now Emporia State...

Robert Louis McClish

Robert Louis McClish

Feb 27, 2021

Cremation under the direction of Adams Funeral Home, Nixa, MO

Penny Lynn Loveland

Penny Lynn Loveland

Feb 26, 2021

Penny Lynn Loveland, age 60, passed away February 26, 2021. She was born May 27, 1960 in Springfield, the daughter of Don and Mildred (Smith) Sisco. Penny loved visiting with friends, singing, watching the grandkids play sports, gardening and family game nights. She enjoyed riding horses – especially in her younger years. Penny was known for taking photos of family...

Penny Macheall Pinkley

Penny Macheall Pinkley

Feb 26, 2021

Penny Pinkley, age 58, of Springfield passed away Friday, February 26, 2021. She was born May 12, 1962 in Springfield to John and Phyllis (Carsten) Cobb. She grew up in Ozark and graduated from Ozark High School. Penny worked various jobs most of which were in sales. She could do anything from growing the best flower garden to working on...

Robert Huddleston

Robert Huddleston

Feb 23, 2021

Robert “Bob” Huddleston, age 73 of Ozark, passed away February 23, 2021. He was born July 30, 1947 in Roanoke, Alabama, the son of Robert and Bennie Sue (Knight) Huddleston. Bob was a construction worker by trade throughout his life. He was an avid sports fan. Bob loved rooting for the Atlanta Falcons, playing golf with his kids, fishing, playing...

Joe Donald Shipman

Joe Donald Shipman

Feb 22, 2021

Joe Shipman, age 77 of Ozark, passed away February 22, 2021. He was born December 26, 1943 in Oldfield, the son of Ray and Frances (Moore) Shipman. On December 19, 1964 Joe was united in marriage to Delilah Lea Grider. Joe and Delilah celebrated 56 years of marriage last year. Joe was a truck driver throughout his life. In his...

Lee Manjeot

Lee Manjeot

Feb 20, 2021

Lee Manjeot, age 88, of Nixa, passed away Saturday, February 20, 2021. He was born June 25, 1932 in Spivey, Kansas, the son of Roy and Mary Elizabeth (Thornburg) Manjeot. He graduated from high school in Creighton, Missouri. Lee served his country in the U.S. Army. On December 16, 1956 he and Mary Belle Shulse were united in marriage. Lee...

Madeline Sue Forgey

Madeline Sue Forgey

Feb 20, 2021

Madeline Sue Forgey (Young), age 84, died February 21, 2021 at her home in Linn Creek, Missouri, surrounded by her family. She was born October 14, 1936, in Ozark, Missouri the oldest daughter of A. O. “Bud” and Evelyn Young. Sue was united in marriage to Ray Eugene Forgey on January 7, 1955. They celebrated 60 years of marriage prior...

Joan Elaine Gray

Joan Elaine Gray

Feb 20, 2021

Joan Elaine Gray, age 91 of Chestnutridge, passed away February 20, 2021. She was born February 7, 1930 in Spokane, the daughter of Stella and Ernest Shirkey. In 1948 Joan was united in marriage to Herschel Leon Gray. They celebrated 60 years of marriage in 2008. Herschel preceded Joan in death on March 8, 2008. Joan lived and raised her...

Joe Isaac Cross Sr

Joe Isaac Cross Sr

Feb 19, 2021

Joe Isaac Cross Sr, age 76, of Lebanon, died February 19, 2021 from injuries sustained in an accident at his home. He was born July 15, 1944 In Eldridge, Missouri the son of Jessie and Effie (Slavens) Cross. He served his country during the Korean War. Before retirement Joe was a Police Officer for the Federal Government. The family will...

Mary Janisch

Mary Janisch

Feb 19, 2021

No services are planned at this time. Cremation is under the direction of Adams Funeral Home, Nixa.

Major David White

Major David White

Feb 19, 2021

Major David Arnold White, age 62, of Nixa, Missouri, passed away Friday, February 19, 2021 at home. He was born March 10, 1958 in Springfield, the son of Judith Ann (Turner) White and David Eulin White. As his father traveled for the military, David experienced living in several places. Returning to Springfield, he graduated from Kickapoo High School. He was...

Jerry Allen Wright

Jerry Allen Wright

Feb 17, 2021

Jerry Allen Wright, age 74, of Nixa passed away Wednesday, February 17, 2021. He was born July 22, 1946 in Nevada, Missouri to Elmer and Mildred (Tucker) Wright. Jerry married Linda Plott March 19, 1971. Jerry’s family moved to Springfield when he was a small child. He played varsity football all through high school and graduated in 1964. Jerry went...

Anne Winterle

Anne Winterle

Feb 16, 2021

Beverly Anne Winterle, Age 84, of Nixa passed away Tuesday, February 16, 2021. She was born March 21, 1936 in Olney, IL to Cyril and Margarite Wilson. Anne married Donald Winterle June 14, 1958 celebrating 62 years of marriage. Anne attended Arkansas State Teachers College and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in teaching. She taught one year in North Little...

Connie Sue Hagerman

Connie Sue Hagerman

Feb 16, 2021

Connie Sue Hagerman, age 75 of Ozark passed away Tuesday, February 16, 2021. She was born May 24, 1945 in Springfield, the daughter of Myrtle and Woodrow Estes. She married Don Rex Hagerman on August 19, 1977. Connie cherished her family. She was a skillful chef, and she used her gift to bring her family together to create memories around...

Virginia "Jinnie" Lee Willey

Virginia "Jinnie" Lee Willey

Feb 16, 2021

Virginia (Jinnie) Lee Willey, age 77, of Ozark, passed away Tuesday, February 16, 2021. She was born February 19, 1943 in Long Beach, CA to Hans and Mary Behrmann. Jinnie grew up in Long Beach and worked many years at the Bank of America as a vault manager. She was married to Tom Pettigrew until his passing in 2002 after...