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Betty Parks
Dec 9, 2021
Betty Lou (Walters) Parks, 79, of Lake Jackson, Texas, passed away on December 9, 2021, in Springfield, Missouri, due to non-covid heart complications. She was born in Mason, Texas, on December 2, 1942, to Barney and Merdie (Danz) Walters and was a long-time resident of Norwich, Connecticut, and Lake Jackson, Texas.
She grew up in San Antonio,...
Janet Young
Dec 6, 2021
On December 6, 2021, Janet Theresa Lee Miller-Young journeyed home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Janet M. Young was born October 7, 1952, in Chicago, Illinois to Daisy Mae Ashley. Preceded in death by her mother Daisy Mae Ashley. Mother was known affectionately as Nana by her grandchildren...
Lavona Haddock
Dec 6, 2021
Lavona Rose Haddock, 60, of Springfield, MO, passed away December 6, 2021. She was born September 23, 1961, in Monett, MO.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services.
Edward Lee Cole
Dec 5, 2021
Edward Lee Cole's memory lives on
Edward Lee Cole is survived by two brothers and one sister: John D. Cole of Guthrie, Oklahoma; Homer William Cole and wife, Sharon Cole, of Arlington, Texas; Helen and husband, Charles Stewart, of Rogers, Arkansas.
Also, 9 wonderful Nephews and Nieces, Matthew and wife Mindy Cole, Susanne and husband...
Johnny Worcester
Dec 5, 2021
Johnny Lee Worcester, 61, of Springfield, MO, passed away December 5, 2021. He was born March 30, 1960, in New Albany, IN, to Henry and Roxie Worcester.
He enjoyed being a truck driver for many years. He loved his country, motorcycles, fishing, and having a good time with his family.
He was preceded in death...
Joshua Cech
Dec 2, 2021
Joshua Harvey Cech, 22, of Seymour MO, passed away December 2, 2021. He was born April 26, 1999, in LaGrange IL to Jim and Cindy Cech. He proudly served in the United States Army 1 st Battalion 9th Cavalry Regiment.
Josh was known as a hard-working individual who was always there to lend a hand. He was...
Amanda Johanson
Nov 26, 2021
Amanda Dawn Johanson 33, of Branson Missouri, passed away November 26, 2021. She was born August 12th, 1988, in Branson to Michael and Jodi.
Amanda attended Hollister elementary, Branson Middle School, and Pleasant Hope High School. She was an honor roll student, cheerleader, she also participated in many other clubs and activities. She also clogged and did...
Barbara Murphy
Nov 26, 2021
Barbara Ann Murphy, 74, of Springfield, MO, passed away November 26, 2021. She was born February 9, 1947, in Phoenix, AZ, to Milton and Joyce Hudson.
Barbara enjoyed crafting, cooking, visiting antique stores and taking time to find the bargains. She also liked visiting the Mountains and camping but most of all she loved talking and sharing...
Darren Kolb Ii
Nov 25, 2021
It's with great sadness that we have to announce that Darren Kolb passed away November 25, 2021, at the age of 29. He was born September 26, 1992, to Darren and Rhonda Kolb.
Darren was a very kind, loving, big-hearted teddy bear, who would give a stranger the shirt off his back. He had a wonderful sense...
Nicole Attleberger
Nov 25, 2021
Nicole Lynn Attleberger, 38, of Buffalo, MO, passed away November 25, 2021. She was born December 16, 1982, in Vancouver, WA.
Glenn Calhoun
Nov 24, 2021
Glenn Edward Calhoun of Nixa, Missouri, died Wednesday, November 24, 2021, in Springfield, Missouri, at age 84. He was born November 24, 1937 in Forgan, Oklahoma to Horace Paul Calhoun and Mamie Cyral (Henninger) Calhoun.
Glenn was a farmer most of his life. He enjoyed flying, machinery and automotive repair, music and family. He was an elder...
Virginia Thieme
Nov 24, 2021
Virginia Eileen Thieme, 87, of Fair Grove, MO, passed away November 24, 2021. She was born May 15, 1934, in Leavenworth, KS.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services, Springfield.
Wanda Cole
Nov 24, 2021
Wanda Gail Cole, 58, of Springfield, MO, passed away November 24, 2021. She was born May 10, 1963, in Bakersfield, CA, to Alfred and Annie Henson.
She was preceded in death by her dad, Alfred Henson; and brother, Alfred Eugene Henson.
Wanda is survived by her husband, David Cole; children, Douglas Lytle, Crytal Lytle, and...
Steve Spencer
Nov 23, 2021
Philip Steven Spencer, 60, of Lampe, MO, passed away November 23, 2021. He was born March 26, 1961, in Russellville, AR, to Kenneth and LaNellie Spencer.
Steve enjoyed fishing and retired to Table Rock Lake after spending many years in St. Louis as a printing pressman. But his favorite pastime was watching football in his extra tall...
James Thomason
Nov 23, 2021
James Isaac Thomason, 76, of Augusta, KS, passed away November 23, 2021. He was born January 6, 1945, in Memphis, TN, to John and Lucille Thomason.
Karen Cooper
Nov 21, 2021
Karen Kay Cooper, 64, of Springfield, MO, passed away November 21, 2021. She was born March 7, 1957, in San Jose, CA, to John Dee and Gloria Turner.
Karen enjoyed crafting, cooking and decorating her home for every season.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Carl Cooper; son, Adam Cooper; and her parents....
Carl Edward Foster
Nov 19, 2021
Carl Foster, son of John and Hazel Foster, was born September 9, 1942 in Kansas City, KS. He left this world to be with his Savior Jesus Christ on November 19, 2021 after a long illness. At the time of his passing he was 79 years, 2 months, and 10 days old. He attended school and graduated from...
Gerald Wilcoxen Jr.
Nov 19, 2021
Gerald Lee Wilcoxen Jr, 67, of Springfield, MO, passed away November 19, 2021. He was born April 24, 1954, in Dover Hill, IN, to Gerald and Ruby Wilcoxen. He graduated in 1972 from Shoals High School, Shoals, IN.
Gerald was proud to have served as a US Marine. He enjoyed hunting deer and squirrel and fishing. He...
Bobby Mccorkle
Nov 16, 2021
Bobby James McCorkle, 50, of Springfield, MO, passed away November 16, 2021. He was born June 14, 1971 in Wynne, AR, to Bobby Ray and Diane McCorkle.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services.
Charles Whitmore
Nov 16, 2021
Charles Edward Whitmore, 61, of Springfield MO was called home November 16, 2021.
He is survived by his wife of 14 years, Dorthelia Whitmore. 8 wonderful, loving step kids,...

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