Obituaries
Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services, LLC Obituaries
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Grace Fore
Jul 26, 2025
Grace Marie Fore, 95, of Springfield, MO passed away Saturday, July 26, 2025. She was born September 28, 1929, to Jonah and Florence Lopp in Nevada, MO.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services of Springfield, MO.
Karen Langley
Jul 25, 2025
Karen Rae Langley, 74, of Springfield, Missouri, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, July 25, 2025. She was born on June 17, 1951, in Jackson County, Missouri, to Robert Leaming and Verna Mae Shipman.
A vibrant and sassy soul, Karen had a spirit as bold as her personality. She lived life with intention and authenticity,...
Christopher Hawkins
Jul 24, 2025
Christopher "Chris" John Hawkins, 57, of Springfield, MO passed away Thursday, July 24, 2025. He was born December 23, 1967, to Ted and Janet Hawkins in Davenport, Iowa.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services of Springfield, MO.
Mark Tyler
Jul 24, 2025
Mark Anthony Tyler, 70, of Willard, Missouri, passed away peacefully at his home on July 24, 2025. Born on February 18, 1955, in Montezuma, Kansas, Mark lived a life defined by hard work, generosity, and devotion to his family, faith, and the outdoors.
Mark is survived by his loving wife of nearly 46 years, Donna Tyler; his...
Van Evans
Jul 23, 2025
Van Allen Evans, 66, of Aldrich, MO passed away Wednesday, July 23, 2025. He was born December 3, 1958, to Tommy and Marguerite Evans in Springfield, MO.
Van was proud to be a veteran of the United States Marine Corp. After serving his country he went on to own his own siding business for over 30 years....
Ronnie Parker
Jul 22, 2025
Ronnie Ray Parker was born on February 10th, 1952, in Kennett, MO and passed away on Tuesday July 22nd, 2025, in Ash Grove, Mo.
Ronnie was preceded in death by his parents, Donal and Wilma Parker; and son, Ronny Lee Parker.
Ronnie is survived by his long-time love and wife, Patricia; daughters, Tina Walker (Mike),...
Erma Nadeau
Jul 22, 2025
Erma Louise Nadeau, 83, of Aurora, Missouri passed away Tuesday, July 22, 2025. She was born May 17, 1942, to Layfette and Avis Wilson in Caribou, Maine.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services of Springfield, Missouri.
Larry Clines
Jul 22, 2025
Larry Wayne Clines, 61, of Rogersville, MO passed away Tuesday, July 22, 2025. He was born July 29, 1963, to Denzil and Betty Clines in Springfield, MO.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services of Springfield, MO.
John Shipman, Sr.
Jul 21, 2025
John Gregory Shipman, Sr., 80, of Branson, MO passed away Monday, July 21, 2025. He was born October 24, 1944, to Frank and Agnes Shipman in Worcester, MA.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services of Springfield, MO.
Paul Welch
Jul 20, 2025
Paul Edward Welch, Sr., 90, of Bolivar, MO passed away Sunday, July 20, 2025. He was born April 5, 1935, to John and Elsie Welch in Waukegan, IL.
A private family gathering will be held at a later date.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services of Springfield, MO.
Debra Maxwell
Jul 20, 2025
Debra Kay Maxwell, 68, of Wheatland, MO passed away Sunday, July 20, 2025. She was born April 7, 1957, to Orren and Elizabeth Eunice Molder in Kansas City, MO.
Debbie loved fishing and being outdoors, especially if it was with her grandbabies. She loved antique'n or thrifting. If she was indoors, you'd often find her jamming to...
Garyl Black
Jul 20, 2025
Garyl Lee Black, 65, of Springfield, MO passed away Sunday, July 20, 2025. He was born March 12, 1960, in Salt River, NV.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services of Springfield, MO.
Debbie Hendershot
Jul 20, 2025
Debbie Dennel Hendershot, 65, of Gainsville, MO passed away Sunday, July 20, 2025. She was born January 23, 1960, to Manton and Rose Lilly in Patterson, CA.
She is survived by her loving husband, Don; and a host of family and friends.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services of Springfield, MO....
Joan Ireland
Jul 19, 2025
Joan Elaine Ireland, 78, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2025. Born on February 16, 1947, in Aurora, Missouri, Joan was the beloved daughter of the late Herschel "Dean" Maze and Martha "Margaret" (Allder) Maze.
Joan was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She is survived by her loving husband, Melvin "Lee" Ireland, with whom she...
Michael Steinmetz
Jul 19, 2025
Michael Ryan Steinmetz, 41, of Springdale, AR unexpectedly passed away Saturday, July 19, 2025. He was born in Minnesota on December 18, 1983.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services of Springfield, MO.
Patricia Ellis
Jul 17, 2025
Patricia Lee Ellis, 94, of Republic, MO passed away Thursday, July 17, 2025. She was born June 7, 1931, in Fresno, CA.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services of Springfield, MO.
Daran Eastman
Jul 17, 2025
Daran Zdzislaw Eastman, 51, of Lebanon, Missouri passed away Thursday, July 17, 2025. He was born June 12, 1974, to Dana and Wanda Eastman in Bridge Port, Connecticut.
Daran lived his life to the fullest with his main focus being on his family and friends. When Daran was a teenager, he was an Eagle Scout; this propelled...
Lawrence Knickerbocker
Jul 16, 2025
Lawrence R. "Nick" Knickerbocker passed away peacefully on July 16, 2025, in his home with his wife by his side.
He was born September 18, 1932, in Owosso, Michigan to Lee and Mabel Knickerbocker.
In the USAF from 1950 – 1954 as an Electronic/Electrical Technician in the Strategic Air Command, he was stationed at FE...
Elaine Albright
Jul 16, 2025
Elaine Von Albright, 55, of Halltown, MO passed away Wednesday, July 16, 2025. She was born November 7, 1969, to Harry and Ernistine Smith in Springfield, MO.
Elaine worked at Springfield Mechanical in shipping and receiving for many years. She loved the ocean and going on cruises. Elaine also enjoyed pampering herself with pretty nails.
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Joshua Cline
Jul 16, 2025
Joshua James Cline was born on July 12, 1980, to James (Jimmy) and Jill Cline where he grew up in Long Lane, Missouri and graduated from Buffalo High School. He passed away on July 16, 2025.
He leaves behind a daughter, DaLanie Jo Cline; his mother, Jill Brown and husband Paul Brown; his siblings, Candace Cline and...

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