Sep 11, 2025

Carolyn Sue Cruse, 76, of Walnut Grove, passed away peacefully on September 11, 2025. Born December 11, 1948, Carolyn was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose greatest joy was her family.

A devoted fan of soap operas, she never missed "her stories," and her life reflected the same mix of love, laughter, and plot twists she...

Sep 11, 2025

Robert Edwin Mayfield August 10th, 1947 – September 11th, 2025

Robert Edwin Mayfield was born August 10th, 1947, to Mildred (Womack) Mayfield and Charles Mayfield in West Plains, Missouri.  He passed September 11th, 2025, at Mercy Hospital in Springfield, Missouri.  He served in the United States Navy, including in the Vietnam War.  He worked for...

Sep 10, 2025

In Loving Memory of Debra Sue Baker

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Debra Sue Baker, 68, formerly of Monroe, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 10th, 2025, surrounded by her loving family at her home in Humansville, Missouri. Born on August 5th, 1957, in Columbus, Ohio, Debra was the first daughter of Carley and...

Sep 8, 2025

Sandra Jean Stamm, 84, of Springfield, MO passed away Monday, September 8, 2025. She was born June 6, 1941, to Melvin and Eva Lewis in Fort Morgan, CO.

Sandy Stamm the beloved matriarch of the Stamm Family, saved her last breath for her family to be able to say their goodbyes. Her greatest joy was her large,...

Sep 8, 2025

Russell "Russ" Harold Stiles, 86, of Springfield, MO passed away Monday, September 8, 2025. He was born to Harold and Imogene Stiles in a farmhouse in Golden City, MO.

Russ served his country in the United States Air Force and then worked in the banking industry until his retirement. He served as a board member at Grace...

Sep 7, 2025

Mechelle Rose Stanley, 59, of Cassville, MO passed away Sunday, September 7, 2025. She was born May 1, 1966, in Ohio.

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

Sep 6, 2025

Joan Lynn Ridgely, 73, a resident of Springfield Villa, passed away on September 6, 2025.

She is survived by her two brothers, David (Louise) Decker and Stephen (Mary) Decker of Illinois, and one sister, Beth Lewis of Alabama.  She also is survived by her daughter, Jennifer (Lance) McSparren, three grandchildren, Chase Ridgley, Bailey Waynick, and Brendan (Kelsey)...

Sep 3, 2025

Marian Margaret Kisinger born July 28, 1931, in Water Town, NY and passed away on September 3, 2025, in Springfield, MO.

Marion preceded in death by her first husband, Wallace Sampson, and second husband, JY Kisinger; her parents Sydney and Katherine Furney, and 4 brothers; Sydney, Frank, Arnie, and Jim Furney and their wives.

Marion...

Sep 3, 2025

Fay Alice Kirkbride, 84, of Pleasant Hope, MO passed away Wednesday, September 3, 2025. She was born March 28, 1941, to John and Daisy Smith in Detroit, MI.

Fay was preceded in death by her husband, George Kirkbride.

She is survived by her 3 sons, David Vaughan, Dennis Vaughan and James Parker.

Arrangements...

Sep 3, 2025

Anna Marie Whetham, 75, of Stockton, MO passed away Wednesday, September 3, 2025. She was born March 11, 1950, to David and Allene Olsen in Salem, NJ.

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

Sep 2, 2025

Marshelene "Marcy" Francka passed peacefully at Magnolia Square on 9/2/25.  Marshelene Louhanna Thompson was born 10/06/37 in Goodhope, MO (Douglas County) to Mabel Grace Davidson Thompson and William Larkin Thompson as the youngest of two children.  She was raised by her mother in Douglas County.  She considered Springfield, where she lived her adult life to be her home.

Sep 2, 2025

Alan Robert Heinicke, 66, of Springfield, MO passed away Tuesday, September 2, 2025 due to complications after surgery.  He was surrounded by his sister and brother in law.  He was born April 27, 1959 to Richard and Joan Heinicke in Tarrytown, NY.

Alan was preceded in death by his parents and his life partner of 35 years,...

Sep 2, 2025

Anthony Joseph Wolff, III, 65, of Springfield, MO passed away Tuesday, September 2, 2025. He was born September 22, 1959, to Anthony and Antionette Wolff in Bridgeport, CT.

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

Sep 1, 2025

Vernon Ray Carter, son of Charlie and Edna Carter was born February 2, 1938, and went to his heavenly home on September 1, 2025.

Vernon is preceded in death by his parents; and two sons, Jerry and Jack.

Surviving is his wife, Fredna; children, Terry Carter of Springfield and Vernica Vandivort (Larry) of Houston, MO....

Aug 28, 2025

Teresa Rose Walker was born on August 13, 1968, in Newburg, NY and passed away August 28, 2025.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Theresa Camasi.

Teresa is survived by her three children, Ridge Hill, Bryce Hill, Joscelyn Parker and her husband, Jessie; grandchildren, Zandier Hill, Lillianah Hill, Lyrik Hill, Preston Hill, Rylee...

Aug 27, 2025

Larry Ray Marsh passed away August 27, 2025, at Cox South. He was 67 years old.

Larry was born September 28, 1957, in Springfield, MO to Charley and Dovie Taylor Marsh. He is survived by two sisters, Barbara Stowe of Springfield, MO and Phyllis Nipper of Walnut Ridge, AR; two brothers, Richard and wife Jackie Marsh of...

Aug 27, 2025

Doris Gean Tennis, 87, a lifelong resident of Springfield, MO passed away Wednesday, August 27, 2025. She was born July 24, 1938.

Doris worked for a dry cleaner for many years. In her free time, she loved to sew. She was a very talented seamstress.

She is preceded in death by her parents and her...

Aug 27, 2025

Dennis Lee, age 75, of Grayville, passed away peacefully at his home away from home. He was born on November 7, 1949.

Dennis spent much of his life working in the oil fields across the Midwest. A true jack-of-all-trades, he also drove a semi-truck, worked in demolition, and ran CNC machines. But those who knew Dennis best...

Aug 26, 2025

Kenneth Grant Davison Jr. December 17, 1945 – August 26, 2025

Kenneth Grant Davison Jr., beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 26, 2025, at the age of 79. Born on December 17, 1945, in Lincoln, Illinois, Kenneth was the only child of Kenneth Grant Davison Sr. and Cleo Alberta Sipe Davison...

Aug 25, 2025

Genevive "Genny" Louise Lamb Bolivar, Missouri April 21, 1937 – August 25, 2025

Genevive "Genny" Louise Lamb, 88, of Bolivar, Missouri, passed away peacefully at her home on August 25, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born on April 21, 1937, in Coffeyville, Kansas, to Geneva L. Guest, Genny's childhood was...