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Juanita Garrison
Jun 12, 2017
Juanita (Herndon) Smith Garrison, 85, of Springfield, MO, went to be with the Lord at 6:05 AM, in her home, Monday, June 12, 2017. She was born September 9, 1931, in Springfield, MO, to Carl and Beulah Herndon. She was preceded in death by her parents; and husband, Roger Garrison. She is survived by one son, Mark Smith and...
Julien Vaughan Wayne, Iii
Jun 11, 2017
Julien Vaughan Wayne III, of Fort Worth, TX, passed away June 11, 2017. He was born in Virginia to Mary and Julien "Jerry" Wayne II. Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services, Springfield.
Patricia Eileen Sanger
Jun 11, 2017
Patricia Eileen (Egan) Sanger, age 85 of Springfield, Missouri, passed away after a long struggle with Alzheimer's Disease on June 11, 2017 in Springfield. She was born in San Diego, California, on October 17, 1931, to Lyle and Elizabeth (Bales) Egan. She spent most of her life in Iowa. As a child during the depression she grew up surrounded...
Adam Jay Hilburn
Jun 7, 2017
Adam Jay Hilburn, 34, of Springfield, MO, passed away June 7, 2017. He was born January 31, 1983, in Springfield, MO, to Merle Dill and Patricia Hilburn-Dill.
Adam dearly loved his children, his wife, and his family. He enjoyed spending time with them and his many friends.
Mary Martha Steelman
Jun 5, 2017
Mary Martha Steelman, 69, of Lynchburg, MO, passed away June 5, 2017. She was born January 13, 1948, in Omaha, NE, to Fred and Mildred Empkey. Services will be held in Omaha, Nebraska, Saturday, June 24, 2017.
Jodie Lynn Robert
Jun 3, 2017
Jodie Lynn (Widney) Robert passed away early morning on June 3, 2017, at the age of 41. Jodie was born April 6, 1976, in Mt. Clemens, Michigan and is survived by her parents, Jeff Widney and Donna Widney; sister, Jaime Widney; brother, Scott Widney; daughter, Teryn Sundstrom; and granddaughter, Isabella.
Raymond Sanchez
Jun 3, 2017
Raymond Sanchez, 88, of Marionville, formerly of Springfield, MO, passed away Saturday, June 3, 2017. He was born June 2, 1929, in Albuquerque, NM. Services will be held later this summer in the Missouri Veterans Cemetery. Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services.
April Ann Brake
Jun 1, 2017
April Ann Arbuckle-Brake, 39, of Willard, MO, went to be with the Lord, June 1 2017. She was born May 24, 1978, in Springfield, MO, to Farrion and Denise Arbuckle.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Farrion and Denise; and brother, Darrin Arbuckle.
Charles Anthony "Tony" Cortese
May 26, 2017
Charles Anthony "Tony" Cortese, beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather and uncle, departed this world May 26, 2017. Born June 22, 1941 in Pueblo Colorado, he was preceded in death by his parents, Vince and Pauline Cortese. Tony is survived by spouse, Eva N. (Jay) Cortese to whom he was married...
Kathleen Thybony
May 24, 2017
Kathleen S. Thybony, 75, of Richland, MO, passed away May 24, 2017. She was born in Richland, MO, to Serle and Nelle Shewmaker. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Thybony. Kathy will be placed with her husband William in Arlington National Cemetery. Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services.
Karl Edward Leigh
May 23, 2017
Karl Edward Leigh, 56, of Springfield, MO, passed away May 23, 2017. He was born May 1, 1961, in St. Louis, MO, to Robert and Dolores Leigh. Karl proudly served 20 years in the National Guard, he felt this was a way to give back to his community. He enjoyed being an over the road driver, it gave him a...
Margie Kay Mcginnis
May 21, 2017
Margie Kay McGinnis, 68, of Springfield, MO, passed away May 21, 2017. Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services, Springfield.
Leona Jean Steward
May 19, 2017
Leona Jean "Susie" Steward Susie Steward, 68, of Springfield, MO, passed away at 5:43 am, Friday, May 19, 2017 in James River Care and Rehabilitation Center. Susie was born April 25, 1949, in Springfield, MO, the daughter, of Ira Rowen and Emma Jean Alderson. Susie grew up and ended up settling down in Springfield. Susie went on to become...
Kenneth Thomas Climer
May 19, 2017
Kenneth Thomas Climer husband of Patsy (Horn) Douglas Climer departed this earthly life on Friday, May 19, 2017, in his home in Seymour, MO, surrounded by family and Faith Hospice. He was seventy one years, seven months, and seventeen days young. One of twelve, he was born Kenneth Thomas Climer on October 2, 1945, in...
Emily Lee Unrine
May 18, 2017
Emily Lee Unrine, 71, of Seymour, MO, passed away May 18, 2017. She was born January 29, 1946, in Independence, Kansas, to Clyde and Helen. Services will be held at a later date in California. Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services.
Gary Duane Wright
May 18, 2017
Gary Duane Wright, 51, of Springfield, MO, passed away Thursday, May 18, 2017. He was born March 11, 1966, in Springfield, MO, to Morton and Betty Wright. Service times are pending. Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services.
Bonnie Sue Hollingsworth
May 12, 2017
Bonnie Sue Hollingsworth, 51, of Springfield, MO, passed away May 12, 2017. She was born July 27, 1965, in Dubois, PA, to Robert and Loretta. She is survived by two sisters, one brother and four children. Private family services will be held at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services.
Bernard W. Wise, Ii
May 12, 2017
Bernard William "Bill" Wise II, passed away May 12, 2017, at the age of 74. Bill was born March 5, 1943, to Bernard William "Bernie" Wise I and Hazel M. (Houck) Wise in Raytown, MO, the oldest of three children.
Bill leaves behind his wife, Gail (Bedard) Wise of...
Mary Belle Applegate
May 11, 2017
Mary Bell "Murphy" (East) Applegate began making an impact on everyone that was lucky enough to meet her on January 5, 1940. Her parents, Thomas Lionel and Gladys Irene (Williams) East, were given the pleasure of raising and teaching her the things she would need to know to succeed in life. On May 11, 2017, after a lengthy illness,...
Raymond Paul Toates
May 10, 2017
Raymond Paul Toates went to see his Savior, whom he trusted as a young boy, on Wednesday, May 10, 2017.  He was born December 10, 1934, to Edythe and William Toates on the family homestead in Colman, South Dakota.  He was the oldest of seven children and worked on the farm with his parents and...

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