Jan 20, 2026

Jaqueline Irene "Jackie" East, 82, of Ash Grove, Missouri, went to be with the Lord on January 20, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Jackie's life was one defined by strength, unwavering love for those around her, and fun–Jackie loved having fun.

Jackie was born on January 13, 1944, in Long Beach, California. While living in California,...

Jan 19, 2026

Carrie Ann White 55, of Republic, MO passed away unexpectedly on January 19th, 2026. She was born to Larry and Linda Drake on May 9th, 1970 in Fort Riley, KS.

Carrie spent over twenty-five years of her life working as a Certified Nursing Assistant. She had a big heart and loved not only helping people, but animals...

Jan 19, 2026

John B. Schettler, 84, of Nixa, MO passed away on Monday, January 19, 2026. He was born December 8, 1941, to Leonard and Florentine Schettler in Carroll, IA.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Jutta Schettler.

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

Jan 19, 2026

Roger Lee Woody, 61, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2026. He was born on April 13, 1964, to Harvey "Dean" and Elizabeth (Haywood) Woody in North Platte, Nebraska.

For 16 years, Roger served as a banquet captain at the Oasis Hotel & Convention Center, where he became much more than an employee — he became family....

Jan 19, 2026

Thomas "Tom" Stephen Brown, 79, a lifelong resident of Joplin, MO passed away Monday, January 19, 2026. He was born November 18, 1946.

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

Jan 18, 2026

Betty Ray Darling, 85, of Springfield, MO passed away Sunday, January 18, 2026. She was born February 14, 1940, to Thomas and Elsie in Enola, AR.

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

Jan 16, 2026

Alan Neil Whitney, lovingly known as Uncle Al "big m'gumba", passed away on January 16, 2026, at the ripe age of 70.

Born on July 20, 1955, to Donna and Harry Whitney, Alan lived a life full of adventure, spontaneous celebration, and the 'high life' when he could. He was born to an Airforce father and Irish...

Jan 15, 2026

Christopher "Chris" Michael Head, 59, of Fair Play, MO passed away Thursday, January 15, 2026. He was born August 23, 1966, to Robert Randolph Head and Barbara Aguilar in Grants Pass, OR.

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

Jan 13, 2026

Robert "Robbie" Dewayne Hug, 39, of Bolivar, MO passed away Tuesday, January 13, 2026. He was born December 28, 1986, to Debra Jean Lacey in Jefferson City, MO.

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

Jan 12, 2026

Edward "Eddie" Anthony Redden went to be with Jesus on Monday, January 12, 2026, at age 61. Eddie was born January 31st, 1964, in Council Bluffs, IA to William (Bill) John Redden II of Philadelphia and Deolvia (Dee) Faye (Allen) Rampy of Childress, TX while Bill was stationed there with the Air Force.

Eddie was raised in...

Jan 11, 2026

Donald "Don" Ray Gruis, 93, of Springfield, MO passed away Sunday, January 11, 2026. He was born December 28, 1932, to Herman and Eula Gruis in Columbia, MO.

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

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....