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Patrick Jaye Thorsen
Mar 1, 2017
Patrick Jaye Thorsen, 2 Months, of Branson, MO, passed away March 1, 2017. He was born December 21, 2016, in Springfield, MO, to Phillip Thorsen and Denise Atkins. He was preceded in death by uncle, Brandon F. Carr; and grandfather, Robert Patrick Thorsen. Baby Patrick is survived by his mother, Denise K. Atkins; and father, Phillip S. Thorsen; grandmothers,...
Orville Charles Frondle
Feb 28, 2017
Orville Charles Frondle, 89, of Kirbyville, MO, passed away February 28, 2017. He was born in Belleplaine, IA, October 20, 2017, to Charles and Letta Frondle. Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services, Springfield.
Charlene Kay Douglas
Feb 26, 2017
Charlene Kay Douglas, 53, of Springfield, MO, passed away Sunday, February 26, 2017. She was born October 4, 1963, in Dallas, TX, to Herbert and Meda Campbell. She was preceded in death by her parents. Charlene is survived by her three sons, Greg, Brad and Brandon; three grandchildren; and two brothers, Jason Campbell and Jeff Campbell. Arrangements have been entrusted...
Debra Lynne Ewing
Feb 26, 2017
Deborah Lynne (Stults) Ewing was born January 21, 1956 in Weatherford, TX. She departed February 26, 2017 at 8:49 am, in Cox South Hospital. She is survived by her husband, Robert "Jim" Ewing; father, James Stults Sr.; stepmother, Nellie Reyes; siblings, Cynthia Morris, Rebecca Stults, Jim Stults Jr., and Joseph Stults; daughter, Victoria Green and husband Shawn;...
James Bradley Kinkade, Sr
Feb 26, 2017
James Bradley Kinkade Sr, 54, of Springfield, MO, passed away Sunday, February 26, 2016. He was born July 7, 1962, in Webster County, MO, to William and Norma Kinkade. Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services, Springfield.
Darrin Kris Rice
Feb 24, 2017
Darrin K. Rice, 49, of Republic, MO, passed away February 24, 2017. He was born August 5, 1967, in Springfield, MO, to Jerry and Nancy Rice. Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services, Springfield.
Larry & Frances Harris
Feb 22, 2017
Larry Dean Harris (65) and Frances Allene Cringan Harris (65) passed away in a truck accident on February 22, 2017.
Larry, known to those who loved him as "Smiley", was born on February 13, 1952 in Kirksville, MO, to Lloyd Raymond Harris, Sr. and Mary...
Steven Wayne Purvis
Feb 20, 2017
Steven Wayne Purvis, 50, of Merriam Woods, MO, passed away Monday, February 20, 2017. He was born March 29, 1966, in St. Louis, MO, to Hank and Virginia. Steven worked with his brother in the concrete business. He loved fishing and listening to music. He was preceded in death by his parents. Steven is survived by his wife, Renia...
Christine Maureen Deacon
Feb 19, 2017
Christine Maureen Deacon, 51, of Springfield, MO, passed away Sunday, February 19, 2017. She was born May 21, 1965 in Omaha, NE, to Rodney and Carrie. She is survived by her family and friends that will miss her dearly but they know that Christine is now peace. A memorial visitation will be held from 1-3 PM, Friday, February 24, 2017,...
Robert Lee Hall
Feb 18, 2017
Robert Lee Hall, 66, of Rogersville, MO, passed away on Saturday, February 18, 2017, in Springfield, MO, with his wife, Carol, holding his hand. Robert was born on February 25, 1950, in Springfield, MO, to James W. and Sophia (Borders) Hall. He was the only anniversary present they received that day. Robert attended Central High School in Springfield. Soon after,...
David R. Hartsook
Feb 13, 2017
David R. Hartsook, 64, of Branson, MO, passed away Monday, February 13, 2017. He was born August 28, 1952, in Afton, IA, to Dean and Harriett Hartsook. He is survived by his wife, Joyce Hartsook. Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services.
Bonnadean Elizabeth Wenzel
Feb 12, 2017
Bonnadean Wenzel, 89, passed away February 12, 2017, at home in Nixa, MO. Bonnie was born October 5, 1927, to Norman and Ina Snow in Albany, MO. When she was a freshman in High School the family moved to St. Joseph, MO, where she graduated from Benton High School. On April 4, 1948, she was...
Jerry Leroy Tuhey
Feb 12, 2017
Jerry Leroy Tuhey, 78, of Ozark, MO, passed away Sunday, February 12, 2017. He was born July 17, 1938, in Springfield, MO, to John and Matilda Tuhey. Jerry enjoyed fishing, gardening, visiting flea markets, listening to country music and watching westerns. He loved to talk and never met a stranger. Jerry was also loving, friendly and liked to give lots...
Kenneth O. Perkins
Feb 10, 2017
Kenneth Perkins, 83, son of Oren Albert and Mattie Rebecca Daniels Perkins died February 10th, 2017, in his home surrounded by family in Springfield, MO.
Kenny was married to Fern Lowery Perkins in September 1950 who precedes him in death. To this union four children were born: Larry (Becky), Marshfield, MO, Deena Stegner (Kiney) Rogersville, MO,...
Shawn Ronald Smith
Feb 10, 2017
Shawn Ronald Smith, age 24, of Springfield, MO, passed away the morning of February 10, 2017. He is the son of Steve and Donna Smith; brother of Alex Smith and Leslie Smith. Shawn leaves behind many cousins, aunts and uncles and most of all, his beloved grandmother, Ann Smith. Shawn was a lover of animals;...
Slade Edward Frank Barnett, Jr
Feb 8, 2017
Slade Edward Frank Barnett Jr, 52, of Rogersville, MO, passed away February 8, 2017. He was born March 11, 1964, in Seattle, WA, to Marie and Slade Edward Barnett, Sr. Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services.
Steven Ray Dodson
Feb 6, 2017
Steven Ray Dodson, 68, of Springfield, Missouri, passed on from his physical life February 6, 2017. He was born October 19, 1948, to Curtis Ray and Betty June Dodson in Bentonville, Arkansas. Stevie was an exceptional athlete growing up in Republic, MO, competing in track, football and baseball. He was also an insightful poet and writer in his spare...
Ted Fredrick Cornelison
Feb 2, 2017
Ted Frederick Cornelison, 65, of Brighton, Missouri, passed away from kidney cancer on February 2, 2017 at home surrounded by his family and friends. Ted and his twin brother, Ed, were born on March 22, 1951, in Springfield, Missouri ,to Sam and Lois (Kautz) Cornelison, the last two of eight children. Ted had a love for baseball from the...
Donald Kip Burgess, Jr
Feb 1, 2017
Donald "Kip" Burgess Jr, 38, of Springfield, MO, passed away on Wednesday, February 1, 2017. Kip was born September 15, 1978, to Donald K Burgess & Patricia Ann (Nall) Burgess in Marrero, Louisiana. Kip served in the Navy from 1996-2006. Kip loved hunting, fishing, riding his MC and online gaming. Kip was a huge fan of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers....
Billy Joe Standley
Jan 30, 2017
Billy Joe Standley, 77, of Republic, MO, passed away January 30, 2017. He was born August 10, 1939. Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services.

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