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Catherine Williams
Oct 19, 2021
Catherine Evelyn Williams, 40, of Springfield, MO, passed away October 19, 2021. She was born September 3, 1981, in California, to William and Elma Cherniss.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services, Springfield, MO.
Kenneth Harp
Oct 18, 2021
Kenneth Paul Harp, 91, of Greenfield, MO, passed away October 18, 2021. He was born July 11, 1930, in Muskogee, OK, to Orpha and Nora Harp.
Services pending.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services, Springfield.
Dewey Krieger
Oct 18, 2021
John Andrew "Dewey" Krieger was born on December 13, 1982 and passed away, to be with our Lord and Savior, October 18, 2021.
He is survived by his parents, Rick and Michelle Krieger; aunts, Rhonda, Marti, and Ricki, and their spouses; several cousins; and many friends.
In lieu of flowers, a donation to the American...
Judy Carter
Oct 17, 2021
Judith "Judy" Ann Carter passed away on October 17, 2021 after a tough battle with cancer, at home with her family.
She was born in Springfield, MO on November 10, 1946, to Charles and Lucille Williams. She was preceded in death by both of her parents; brother, Rick Williams; and recently deceased twin sister, Jo Batman.
...Tonya Elmer
Oct 13, 2021
Tonya Sue Elmer passed away in her home on October 13, 2021. She was a loving Mother, Daughter and Sister.
She is survived by her son Tyler Jones, mother Marsha Elmer and sister Karen Elmer.
She was foremost a Nurse and Caregiver for her mother and son and would do what she could for many...
Melvin Edward Thornton Jr.
Oct 12, 2021
Melvin E. Thornton, Jr., 66, of Springfield, MO, passed away October 12, 2021. He was born November 28, 1954, in Honolulu, HI, to Melvin and Hazel Thornton.
"Ed" was a lifelong fisherman, hunter, and builder. He spent most of his time outdoors or working on creative projects that included woodworking, construction, writing, and unique inventions. Ed was...
Joe Youngblood
Oct 11, 2021
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Arthur & Anna Bell Packard of Broken Bow, Ok and Odie Albin & Corda Elizabeth Youngblood of Atoka, Ok; parents, Benny Joe & Dauphene Ann Youngblood; and brothers, Benny Keith Youngblood, Artie Robert Chancellor, BJ Youngblood, and James Russell Chancellor.
Joe grew up in Atoka and Stringtown, OK and...
Wanda Mcmillen
Oct 10, 2021
Wanda Opal McMillen, 79, of Springfield, MO, passed away October 10, 2021 peacefully in her home. She was born February 3, 1942 in Springfield, MO, to Oscar and Opal Cook.
Wanda was a kind, charismatic, and dynamic woman. She loved her family and friends and was a devoted Christian. She loved making people laugh, watching the St....
Joyce Riddell
Oct 8, 2021
Joyce LaRene (Arndt) Riddell, 80, of St. James , MO, passed away October 8, 2021. Joyce was born June 6, 1941, in LaPorte, IN, to Donald and Ruby Arndt.
On July 30, 1960 she was united in marriage to Richard (Dick) Riddell. They had 55 years together and raised 4 children.
Joyce...
Roger Golden
Oct 8, 2021
Roger Marlon Golden, 56, of Elkland, MO, passed away October 8, 2021. He was born November 29, 1964, in Cleveland, MS, to Marlon and Margaret Golden.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services, Springfield.
Robert Grund
Oct 8, 2021
Robert James Grund, 76, of Fordland, MO, passed away October 8, 2021. He was born January 2, 1945, in Denver, CO.
He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Earl Grund, US veteran; mother, Virginia Lynch; and beloved dog, Maxie.
He is survived by his wife, Josephine H. Reyes Grund of Pila Laguna, Philippines,...
Raymond Barham
Oct 6, 2021
Raymond E. Barham, 65, of Hermitage, MO, passed away October 6, 2021. He was born January 4, 1956 in Denver, CO, to Jerry and Jo Rita Johnson.
Raymond is survived by two brothers, Dean Johnson and Tim Johnson.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services.
David Gage
Oct 2, 2021
David A. Gage, 72, passed away Saturday October 2, 2021, at his home in Buffalo. He was born December 22, 1948 in Denver, Colorado to Ted Alvis and Rita Frances Jones Gage.
David served his country proudly in the US Navy during the Vietnam War, serving on the USS Midway, an air craft carrier between July 1969...
James Ganley
Oct 1, 2021
James Larry Ganley was born March 5, 1952 in Thayer, MO and passed away Friday October 1, 2021 in Flemington, MO surrounded by his loving family.
James was preceded in death by his parents, James and Viola; granddaughter, Jayna Faith Barnhart and grandson James David Ganley-Olds.
James led a full life until the end and...
Rosalie Green
Sep 30, 2021
Rosalie Marie Green, 87, of Springfield, MO, passed away September 30, 2021. She was born December 28, 1933, in Niotaze, KS, to Earl and Dorothy Nance.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Rosalie is survived by her husband, Everett Green; daughter, Paulia Talbot; son, Ted Green and wife Elisabeth; granddaughters, Amanda Little and...
Jessica Barber
Sep 29, 2021
Jessica Maryjean Barber, 45, of Springfield, MO, passed away September 29, 2021. She was born September 21, 1976 in Taft, CA, to Angela Abercrombie and Bruce Barber.
Jessica was preceded in death by her dad, Bruce Barber.
She is survived by her children, Xavier Barber, Jayden Leslie, and Jasmine Toledo; mom, Angie Abercrombie; cousin, Felicia...
Garry Warren
Sep 28, 2021
Garry Wayne Warren, 59, of Springfield passed away unexpectedly on September 28, 2021. He was born on December 12,1961 to Gerald and Patricia Warren in Springfield, Missouri. After school he joined the United States Navy, serving on an aircraft carrier as a Petty Officer Second Class.
Upon returning home he worked in a variety of fields and...
Jo Batman
Sep 27, 2021
Jo Batman of Springfield, Missouri left this earthly life on September 27, 2021. She was born in Springfield, Missouri on November 10, 1946 to Charles and Lucille Williams. Dad always called Jo, His Little Spitfire.
Jo was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 20 years, Lyod Batman, her infant son, Johnny Richard, and her...
David Booth
Sep 25, 2021
David Lenard Booth, 47, of Bolivar, MO, passed away September 25, 2021. He was born December 18, 1973, in Gainesville, FL, to Leonard and Frances Booth.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, John Booth.
David is survived by his wife, Lisa Booth; sons, Michael O'Neal (Lorena), Brandon Booth (Christina), and Brandon...
Ken Boschert
Sep 24, 2021
Kenneth Michael Boschert, 69, of Mountain Grove, MO, passed away September 24, 2021. He was born November 28, 1951, in St. Charles, MO, to Bernard and Lorraine Boschert.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Ken is survived by his sisters, Mary Ann Neal and Judy Kliethermes.
Arrangements have been entrusted to...

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