Jan 11, 2026

Bradley Cole Steeves was born to David and Tia Steeves on Sunday, August 3, 2025, in Bolivar, MO. He passed away in the warmth and safety of his home, surrounded by his family on Sunday, January 11, 2026.

Bradley came into the world earlier than expected and was loved beyond measure. He spent many of his first...

Jan 8, 2026

Thomas "Tommy" Dean Freshour, 72, of Springfield, MO passed away Thursday, January 8, 2026. He was born January 22, 1953, to Wayne and Alice Freshour in Iowa City, Iowa.

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

Jan 8, 2026

Bobby Dale Woodward, 58, of Branson, MO passed away Thursday, January 8, 2026. He was born January 20, 1967, to Bobby M Woodward and Patricia Burnett Sloan in Kansas City, MO.

Bobby lived in Kansas City and Independence Missouri most of his life. Went to East High School in Kansas City. He loved to fish and be...

Jan 7, 2026

Garth Andrew Church, age 62, a lifelong resident of Springfield, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. He was born on June 17, 1963, in Springfield to Lindell and Susan Church.

Garth graduated from Glendale High School and continued his education in both Texas and Missouri. He later became self-employed, working in paintless dent removal, a...

Jan 7, 2026

Ray Lynn Hollingshad, 63, of Springfield, MO passed away Wednesday, January 7, 2026. He was born January 25, 1962, and raised by his loving parents, Jerry and Barbara Hollingshad in West Plains, MO.

Ray attended 12 years of school in the Ash Grove and Mountain Grove school districts. On August 20, 2009, he married the love of...

Jan 5, 2026

Floyd Jerome Lee, Jr., 63, of Halfway, MO passed away Monday, January 5, 2026. He was born May 26, 1962, to Floyd and Wilma Lee in Wichita, KS.

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

Jan 5, 2026

Loretta Faye Thomas, age 78, of Miller, Missouri, passed away on January 5, 2026, at Mt. Vernon Manor in Mt. Vernon, Missouri. She was born April 4, 1947, in Golden City, Missouri, the daughter of Frank Rolla and Neata May (Gulick) Pyle.

Loretta was a 1965 graduate of Miller High School and married Lynn Thomas on May...

Jan 5, 2026

Kim Janell Blankenship went home to Jesus on January 5th, 2026, at age 68.

Kim was born to Joyce Lubbers (living) and Joseph Selle (deceased)on October 6, 1957, in Decatur, Illinois.

She had fond memories of her grandparent's farm and the time she spent there and with them.

Kim devoted her life to...

Jan 4, 2026

Velma Joyce Casey, 89, of Springfield, MO passed away Sunday, January 4, 2026. She was born December 2, 1936, to William and Clella Robertson of Springfield, MO.

Velma was a licensed LPN, loving mother, grandmother and friend.

She is preceded in death by husband, Jerry Casey; her parents; sister, Mary McCrite; and brother, Anthony Robertson....

Jan 4, 2026

Gregory Paul Brundage, age 68, passed away on January 4, 2026, surrounded by love.

He was a devoted husband, a cherished father/ grandfather/ brother/ friend, and a steady presence in the lives of all who knew him. His strength, kindness, and unwavering love for his family defined who he was and how he lived.

Greg...

Jan 3, 2026

Peggy Ann Oliver, 79, of Marshfield, MO passed away Saturday, January 3, 2026. She was born April 2, 1946, to Lawrence and Marjorie McQuaide in Worthington, OH.

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

Jan 2, 2026

Daniel West, born February 26, 1951, passed away at home on January 2, 2026.  Dan lived a life full of color, laughter, and deep devotion to those he loved. His warmth, dry humor, and quick wit made him unforgettable to all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Dan was born in Evansville, Indiana to Roy and...

Jan 2, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mr. Bruce Brand who left us far too soon on January 2, 2026. Born on July 24, 1964, Bruce led a life abundant with love, laughter, and admiration from all who knew him.

Bruce graduated from high school in Purdy, Missouri, in 1982 and went on...

Jan 1, 2026

William "Bill" Jay Finders, 74, of Everton, MO passed away Thursday, January 1, 2026. He was born October 1, 1951, to Ervan and Donna Finders in Omaha, NE.

Bill enjoyed being outdoors; hunting, fishing and going to the races. He was a mechanic by trade and loved everything about cars. He was also a big fan of...

Jan 1, 2026

With hearts full of faith and gratitude to God, we announce the passing of Glorious Jean Homer, age 84, who peacefully went home to the Lord on January 1, 2026, in Springfield, Missouri.

From an early age, Jean was grounded in faith and accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior.

Jean was born to...

Dec 31, 2025

Shannon Dwayne Mitchell, 61, a lifelong resident of Springfield, MO passed away Wednesday, December 31, 2025. He was born June 21, 1964, to Melton and Mary Mitchell.

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

Dec 29, 2025

Michael Eugene Creson, 75, of Bolivar, MO passed away Monday, December 29, 2025. He was born October 27, 1950, to Vada Creson in Christian County, MO.

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

Dec 28, 2025

Melanie Renee Martin, 51, of Laquey, MO passed away Sunday, December 28, 2025, in Springfield, MO. She was born on July 4, 1974, to Thomas and Ellen Page in Dover, NJ.

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

Dec 28, 2025

Lea Ann Coffelt, 76, of Hollister, MO passed away Sunday, December 28, 2025. She was born March 28, 1949, in Kansas City, KS. She was adopted by her loving parents Reid and Margaret Arnold.

Lea Ann spent her first 8 years in the tiny town of Milan, KS until her parents picked up and moved to the...

Dec 27, 2025

Pamela Elaine Escalante, 74, of Springfield, MO, passed away December 27, 2025. She was born in Arkansas, March 23, 1951, to Rex and Gladys House.

Pam was an incredibly talented artist.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Keith House; husband, Al Escalante; and son, Rocky Escalante.

Pam is survived by...