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.

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....

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...

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.

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.

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...

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...

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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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...

Jul 15, 2025

Marlena Rae Miller, 74, of Springfield, MO passed away Tuesday, July 15, 2025. She was born October 18, 1950, to William and Lola Holt in Otawa, IL.

Marlena enjoyed spending her time embroidering and crocheting.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest Miller; her parents; and her brother, William Holt.

Marlena...

Jul 14, 2025

Betty Jo McElwee, 74, of Pleasant Hope, MO passed away Monday, July 14, 2025. She was born December 23, 1950, to Willard and Alice Froehlich in Hot Springs, AR.

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

Jul 14, 2025

Charles Lewis Sheppard, Jr. ("Chuck")

July 16, 1955 – July 14, 2025

Charles Lewis Sheppard, Jr., lovingly known as "Chuck," passed away peacefully on July 14, 2025, with his family by his side, after a prolonged and courageous battle with cancer.

Born on July 16, 1955, in New Orleans, Chuck was a lifelong...

Jul 14, 2025

Donald Gene Klingsmith, Jr., 61, of Springfield, MO passed away Monday, July 14, 2025. He was born July 9, 1964, to Donald and Marjorie Klingsmith in Jeffersonville, IN.

Donald was a fun-loving guy who enjoyed playing basketball and spending time with his grandchildren. Over the years he's made several friends in his career as a concrete finisher....

Jul 12, 2025

Allen Paul Carpenter, 78, of Springfield, MO passed away Saturday, July 12, 2025. He was born January 8, 1947, to Terry and Lenora Carpenter in Orange County, CA.

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

Jul 12, 2025

James "Jamie" Earl Brady, 45, a lifelong resident of Springfield, MO passed away Saturday, July 12, 2025. He was born September 28, 1979, to Dean and Tammy.

Jamie had a passion for racing. He loved to go fast and could often be found working on bikes or cars. If it had wheels and a motor, he could...

Jul 12, 2025

Paul Daniel Cook, 40, a lifelong resident of Springfield, MO passed away Saturday, July 12, 2025. He was born August 6, 1984, to Daniel and Jo Cook.

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

Jul 12, 2025

Ronald Joseph James, 82, of Bolivar, MO passed away Saturday, July 12, 2025. He was born June 16, 1943, to Joseph and Helen James in St. Louis City, MO.

Placement will occur at Jefferson Barracks at a later date.

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

Jul 10, 2025

Vicki Ann Hawke, 75, of West Plains, MO passed away Thursday, July 10, 2025. She was born December 6, 1949, to Robert and Shirley Eakins in Mantino, IL.

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

Jul 10, 2025

Denise Marie Love, 73, of Walnut Grove, MO passed away Thursday, July 10, 2025. She was born February 3, 1952, to Loring and Nancy Erickson in Minneapolis, MN.

On April 11, 1983, Denise married the love of her life, Tony Love. Together they loved all things Disney. She was an avid collector of Disney and The Wizard...

Jul 10, 2025

Betty Louise Besaw passed away on July 10, 2023, at the age of 78 in Fairplay, Missouri. Born on February 1, 1947, Betty was a cherished member of her community and a graduate of Granby High School in Missouri.

Betty was a loving sister, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, known for her deep love and dedication to her...