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James "Dennis" Tobias

James "Dennis" Tobias

Jul 9, 2026

James "Dennis" Tobias, 73, of Springfield, MO passed away Thursday, July 9, 2026. He was born November 25, 1952, to James and Ellen Tobias in Illinois.

Dennis was a proud veteran of the United States Navy. He loved to play cards, Bingo, and gamble. He was very easy going and an all around good guy.

He was preceded in death by his...

Phillip Adams

Phillip Adams

Jul 6, 2026

Phillip Paul Adams, 37, a lifelong resident of Springfield, MO passed away Friday, June 26, 2026. He was born October 2, 1988, to William and Luann Adams.

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

Doris Cox

Doris Cox

Jul 6, 2026

Doris Pauline Cox, 87, of Springfield, MO passed away on Monday, July 6, 2026. She was born February 3, 1939, to Colva and Roberta Mayberry in Decatur, IL.

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

Jill Cordry

Jill Cordry

Jul 6, 2026

Jill Lynn Cordry-Yockey, 63, was born on December 23, 1962, in Springfield, Missouri, and passed away on July 6, 2026.

Jill was a genuinely kind and compassionate person whose warmth made others feel welcome. She had a caring heart and was always mindful of those who were less fortunate, offering kindness and support whenever she could. Her easygoing nature, generous spirit,...

Edward Norris

Edward Norris

Jul 5, 2026

Edward "Ed" Jerome Norris, 84, of Willard, MO passed away Sunday, July 5, 2026. He was born November 11, 1941, in Marion, IN.

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

Michael Clancy

Michael Clancy

Jul 5, 2026

Michael David Clancy, 43, of Springfield, MO passed away Sunday, July 5, 2026. He was born February 21, 1983, to Dave and Cherri Clancy in Dallas, TX. 

He had a love for music, film, the Dallas Cowboys and the culinary arts. He loved his dog, Rosco, for 11 years. Rosco will miss him. He loved his job and coworkers. He was...

James Clark

James Clark

Jul 5, 2026

James Damien Clark, lovingly known as "Jimmy" or "JD", passed away on July 5th, 2026, at the age of 43. He was born on August 14th, 1982.

Jimmy spent his childhood growing up in Germantown, Ohio, before eventually making Batesville, Arkansas his home.

Jimmy had a personality that was impossible to forget. His sense of humor was unapologetically dark, his sarcasm was...

Matthew Henricks

Matthew Henricks

Jul 4, 2026

Matthew "Matt" Dillon Henricks, 36, of Humansville, MO passed away Saturday, July 4, 2026. He was born February 26, 1990, to Michael and Brenda Henricks in Springfield, MO.

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

Donald Bretz

Donald Bretz

Jul 2, 2026

Donald "Don" Frank Bretz, 71, of Springfield, MO passed away Thursday, July 2, 2026. He was born October 27, 1954, to Robert and Gladys Bretz in Kansas City, MO.

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

Shirley Churchwell

Shirley Churchwell

Jul 1, 2026

Shirley Ann Churchwell, 84, of Springfield, MO passed away Wednesday, July 1, 2026. She was born August 16, 1941, in Cabool, MO.

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

Brandy Smith Burks

Brandy Smith Burks

Jun 30, 2026

Brandy Lee Smith Burks, 53, of Mt. Vernon, MO passed away Tuesday, June 30, 2026. She was born July 18, 1972, to Thomas and Sandra Smith in Springfield MO.

Brandy graduated from Mt. Vernon High School and went on to graduate from cosmetology school. She also earned certificates in medical coding, dental hygiene and as a legal assistant. Brandy took the...

Dennis Cave

Dennis Cave

Jun 29, 2026

Dennis Willard Cave, 65, a lifelong resident of Springfield, MO passed away Monday, June 29, 2026. He was born August 2, 1960, to Willard and Doris Cave. 

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

Debora Lesmes

Debora Lesmes

Jun 28, 2026

Debora "Deb" Eudora Lesmes, 62, of Nixa, MO passed away Sunday, June 28, 2026. She was born August 31, 1963, and raised by her parents, Martha and Victor Martinez in San Diego, CA.

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

Robert Snell

Robert Snell

Jun 27, 2026

Robert "Rob" Allen Snell Jr., 67, of Springfield, MO passed away Saturday, June 27, 2026. He was born May 9, 1959, to Robert and Carole Snell in Santa Monica, CA.

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

Mary Tucker

Mary Tucker

Jun 27, 2026

Saturday 6/27 at 3:15AM, Marylou Tucker left behind her pain and entered into her heavenly reward. She was born August 23, 1933, to the late Joseph and Margaret Buda in Flint, Michigan. She was in the church choir when she met Brent Tucker, and they were married on August 17, 1957. He preceded her in death in August of 2023....

Skyler Jones

Skyler Jones

Jun 25, 2026

Skyler Ashton Jones, 35, a lifelong resident of Springfield, MO passed away Thursday, June 25, 2026. He was born January 15, 1991, to Sandra Jones.

Skyler was a creative person with a big imagination. He loved to draw and could spend hours bringing his ideas to life on paper. He enjoyed expressing himself through his art and was always thinking of...

Ann Marie King

Ann Marie King

Jun 23, 2026

Ann Marie King, 56, of Monett, MO, passed away June 23, 2026. She was born July 2, 1969, in St. Louis, MO. 

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

Bernard Raymond Kater

Bernard Raymond Kater

Jun 22, 2026

Bernard "Bernie" Raymond Kater, 93, of Pleasant Hope, MO passed away Monday, June 22, 2026. He was born August 16, 1932, to August and Amelia Kater in Ivesdale, IL.

Bernie enjoyed being on his land, farming and tending to his animals. He was also an exceptional carpenter.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Helen Kater; his parents; and siblings.

Bernie...

Donald Lamer

Donald Lamer

Jun 17, 2026

Donald Joe Lamer, 65, of Bolivar, MO passed away Wednesday, June 17, 2026. He was born July 28, 1960, in Salina, KS.

Mr. Lamer graduated from Culinary School and was employed as a prep cook and then, chef for many years.

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

Patricia Keltner

Patricia Keltner

Jun 17, 2026

Patricia "Patty" Caroline Keltner, 62, of Springfield, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, June 17, 2026. Born on June 29, 1963, to John Lloyd and Mary Goodwin, Patty was a lifelong resident of Springfield and a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend.Patty was known for her fun-loving spirit, quick sense of humor, and unwavering devotion to her family. She was always present...

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