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Richard Gideon

Richard Gideon

May 25, 2026

Richard Kent Gideon, 85, of Springfield, MO passed away Monday, May 25, 2026. He was born May 9, 1941, to Leslie "Joe" and Helen Giedeon in Anthony, KS.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services of Springfield, MO.

Lloyd Kirk

Lloyd Kirk

May 25, 2026

Lloyd Anthony Kirk, 59, of Seymour, MO passed away Monday, May 25, 2026. He was born July 25, 1966, to Franklin and Ruth Kirk in Miami, OK.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services of Springfield, MO.

James Rosselit

James Rosselit

May 25, 2026

James "Jim" Marvin Rosselit, 74, of Rogersville, MO passed away Monday, May 25, 2026. He was born July 15, 1951, to Norbert and Lorraine Rosselit in San Bernardino, CA.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services of Springfield, MO.

Michael Klem Jr.

Michael Klem Jr.

May 24, 2026

Michael "Mike" Edward Klem Jr., 73, of Crane. MO passed away Sunday, May 24, 2026. He was born October 12, 1952, to Michael and Ann Klem in Millville, NJ.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services of Springfield, MO.

Robert McKim III

Robert McKim III

May 22, 2026

Robert "Bobby" McKim III, born on February 16, 1949, passed away on May 22, 2026, in Springfield, Missouri. He spent most of his life living in Memphis, Tennessee, where he built a steady career in the HVAC industry. His work kept many homes and businesses comfortable through the years, and those who knew him remember his practical skills and dedication.

Bobby...

Laura Beitzell

Laura Beitzell

May 22, 2026

Laura Jeanne Beitzell, 65, of Springfield, MO passed away Friday, May 22, 2026. She was born August 2, 1960, to Russell and Karen Barnekow in Manhattan, KS.

Laura was a wonderful mother and grandmother. She will be missed dearly by her friends and family.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services of Springfield, MO.

Judy Bush

Judy Bush

May 21, 2026

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we announce the passing of Judy Lynn Bush, who passed away on May 21, 2026, at the age of 62, following a short battle with illness.

Born on July 4, 1963, to James and Geneva Lucas, Judy had a spirited personality that fit her birthdate well. She was strong-willed, independent, and known...

Ricky Dye

Ricky Dye

May 19, 2026

Ricky Owen Dye, 70, of Tunas, MO passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2026. He was born October 13, 1955, in St. Joseph, MO and raised by his loving parents, Johnny and Shirley Buntin.

His family will host a Celebration of Life at a later date.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services of Springfield, MO.

Larry Stallings

Larry Stallings

May 19, 2026

Larry Wayne Stallings, 86, a lifelong resident of Springfield, MO passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2026. He bravely fought a long battle with cancer. He took his last breath at home at peace with his Lord surrounded by those he loved. He was born August 27, 1939, to Howard and Beulah Stallings.

Larry enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, and traveling with the...

Jim Jolley

Jim Jolley

May 18, 2026

James "Jim" Ervin Jolley, 63, of Springfield, MO passed away Monday, May 18, 2026. He was born February 17, 1963, in Columbia, MO.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services of Springfield, MO.

Shirl Dunkelberger

Shirl Dunkelberger

May 17, 2026

Shirl Lynn Dunkelberger, 67, of Springfield, MO passed away Sunday, May 17, 2026. She was born January 14, 1959, to James and Shirley Smith in Washington, DC.

She was preceded in death by her sister and brother-in-law, Tracy and Howard Littles.

Shirl is survived by her two children, Jamie Campbell and husband Bret and Rian Cotter and wife Larissa; five grandchildren, Jason...

Annajane Sanders

Annajane Sanders

May 16, 2026

With heavy hearts, the family of Annajane “Annie” Sanders announces her passing on May 16, 2026.

Born in Colorado, Annie was raised and built her early life in Denver, Colorado before relocating to Southwest Missouri in late 1977 eventually settling in Springfield, Missouri. She was a remarkably hard worker, dedicating many years to food service until her retirement from Cox Health...

Robert Bryant

Robert Bryant

May 16, 2026

Robert Jasper Hershell Bryant Sr, 58, of Aurora Mo, passed away Saturday May 16th 2026.He was born May 1st 1968 to Linda Robinson and Herman Bryant in Springfield, Mo at St.John's hospital

Robert liked to visit a lot of family and friends on a daily basis. He loved to make everyone he came into contact with laugh and feel welcome. Robert...

Susan Sanders

Susan Sanders

May 14, 2026

Susan Kay Sanders, 78, a loving wife, mother, and devoted friend to many, passed away on May 14, 2026, of a stroke.

Susan was born on October 9, 1947, in Danville, Illinois, the only child of John and Aleta Diffenderfer. She earned two scholarships to study drama at Illinois Wesleyan University before later finding her calling in public service. She went...

Steven Fry

Steven Fry

May 13, 2026

Steven Ray Fry, 72, of Highlandville, MO, passed away in his home on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. from a long illness. He was born on October 29, 1953, to William and Ruth Fry in Mt. Carmel, IL.

Steve is a survived by his wife of 43 years, Sharon L. Fry; and beloved son, Josh A. Fry both of...

Michael Turner

Michael Turner

May 13, 2026

Michael Eugene Turner (Mike) was born on September 5, 1953, to Jesse Paul and Dora May Turner in Abeline, KS. He passed away at home after a long and brave fight with small-cell neuroendocrine cancer on May 13, 2026.

Mike was a dedicated and devoted husband to Mary Catherine (Schneiter) for almost 42 years and an amazing father to his three...

Jean Franklin

Jean Franklin

May 13, 2026

Jean “Jeanie” Ellen (Hendrickson) Franklin, age 75, was born on November 15, 1950, in Springfield, Missouri, to Harold R. Hendrickson and Anna B. (Walker) Hendrickson. She passed away peacefully at Cox South Hospital after a brief illness, surrounded by her loving family.

Jeanie spent most of her life in Bolivar, Missouri, where she became a cherished member of the community. She...

Randy Israel

Randy Israel

May 12, 2026

Randall "Randy" Scott Israel, 56, a lifelong resident of Springfield, MO passed away Tuesday, May 12, 2026. He was born May 5, 1970, to Bob Israel and Carol Chappell.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services of Springfield, MO.

Donna Boyd

Donna Boyd

May 9, 2026

Donna Sue Boyd, 70, a lifelong resident of Springfield, MO, passed away Saturday, May 9, 2026. She was born July 11, 1955, to Vestal and Maxine Cardwell.

Donna graduated from Hillcrest High School in 1973 and was married shortly after. Her daughter, Elissa Kay Stewart, was born in 1976, and in 1978 she had a son, Steven Andrew "Drew" Stewart. Donna...

Melva Ray

Melva Ray

May 8, 2026

Melva Winifred Ray (Weaver) was born on January 7, 1946, in Lebanon, Missouri, to William Carl Weaver and Alice Ada Weaver (Elliot).

Melva departed this life surrounded by her family on May 8, 2026, at the age of 80 years, 4 months, and 1 day.

On November 28, 1973, she married Kennith Dale Ray, who preceded her in death on May 5,...

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