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Helen Allmon
May 30, 2026
Helen Marie Allmon, 87, of Rogersville, passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus surrounded by her loved ones on May 30, 2026.Helen Marie (Brooks) Allmon was born on May 1, 1939, to Elvis and Clara Brooks. She was raised alongside four sisters and a baby brother, all of whom she loved dearly.On August 17, 1957, she married the love of...
Gerald Hasty
May 29, 2026
Gerald Lynn Hasty, 62, of Springfield, MO, passed away Friday, May 29, 2026. He was born August 6, 1963, in Nebraska.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services of Springfield, MO.
William West
May 27, 2026
William Christopher West, 30, of Springfield, MO passed away Wednesday, May 27, 2026. He was born January 8, 1996, to William and Catherine West in St. Louis, MO.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services of Springfield, MO.
Thomas Smart
May 27, 2026
Thomas Dee “Tom” Smart, 75, of Branson West, MO, passed away peacefully at 3:30 a.m. on May 27, 2026, surrounded by his family.
Tom was born June 26, 1950, in Springfield, MO, to Dale and Othel (Roberts) Smart at Mercy Hospital (formerly St. John’s). He spent most of his childhood between Springfield and Muskogee, OK. Tom graduated from Glendale High School...
Richard Gideon
May 25, 2026
Richard Kent Gideon was born on May 9th, 1941, in Anthony, Kansas and passed away on May 25th, 2026, in Springfield, Mo.
He grew up in Manchester, Oklahoma, where he attended elementary school and high school, graduating from Manchester High School. After high school, he attended Northwestern State College before enlisting in the United States Army. He was stationed in Germany...
Lloyd Kirk
May 25, 2026
Lloyd Anthony Kirk, 59, of Seymour, MO passed away Monday, May 25, 2026. He was born July 25, 1966, to Franklin and Ruth Kirk in Miami, OK.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services of Springfield, MO.
James Rosselit
May 25, 2026
James Marvin Rosselit, known to many as JR, was born on July 15, 1951, in San Bernardino, California. He passed away on May 25, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. JR’s life took him from California to Texas and eventually Missouri, with each place becoming part of the story he built with his family.
On July 7, 1979, JR...
Michael Klem Jr.
May 24, 2026
Michael E. Klem Jr., 73, of Springfield, Mo passed away on May 24, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on October 12, 1952, in Millville, NJ, Michael lived a life rooted in education, agriculture, family, and lifelong curiosity.
Mike was the beloved son of Michael Sr. and Ann Klem, both of whom preceded him in death. He was...
Robert Alarid
May 23, 2026
In Loving Memory of Rev. Dr. Robert Alarid
Robert was the beloved father of two sons, John Alarid and Brian Alarid. He was a devoted father, faithful friend, and servant of God whose life touched people throughout New Mexico, Missouri, and around the world. He also dearly loved his Boston Terrier, Pete, who passed away the year before and brought him...
Donna Patrick
May 23, 2026
Donna Lynn Patrick, 58, of Springfield, MO passed away Saturday, May 23, 2026. She was born August 2, 1967, to Ronnie and Dacia Ruengert in St. Charles, MO.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services of Springfield, MO.
Robert McKim III
May 22, 2026
Robert "Bobby" McKim III, born on February 16, 1949, passed away on May 22, 2026, in Springfield, Missouri. He spent most of his life living in Memphis, Tennessee, where he built a steady career in the HVAC industry. His work kept many homes and businesses comfortable through the years, and those who knew him remember his practical skills and dedication.
Bobby...
Laura Beitzell
May 22, 2026
Laura Jeanne Beitzell, 65, of Springfield, MO passed away Friday, May 22, 2026. She was born August 2, 1960, to Russell and Karen Barnekow in Manhattan, KS.
Laura was a wonderful mother and grandmother. She will be missed dearly by her friends and family.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services of Springfield, MO.
Judy Bush
May 21, 2026
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we announce the passing of Judy Lynn Bush, who passed away on May 21, 2026, at the age of 62, following a short battle with illness.
Born on July 4, 1963, to James and Geneva Lucas, Judy had a spirited personality that fit her birthdate well. She was strong-willed, independent, and known...
Ricky Dye
May 19, 2026
Ricky Owen Dye, 70, of Tunas, MO passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2026. He was born October 13, 1955, in St. Joseph, MO and raised by his loving parents, Johnny and Shirley Buntin.
His family will host a Celebration of Life at a later date.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services of Springfield, MO.
Larry Stallings
May 19, 2026
Larry Wayne Stallings, 86, a lifelong resident of Springfield, MO passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2026. He bravely fought a long battle with cancer. He took his last breath at home at peace with his Lord surrounded by those he loved. He was born August 27, 1939, to Howard and Beulah Stallings.
Larry enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, and traveling with the...
Jim Jolley
May 18, 2026
James "Jim" Ervin Jolley, 63, of Springfield, MO passed away Monday, May 18, 2026. He was born February 17, 1963, in Columbia, MO.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services of Springfield, MO.
Shirl Dunkelberger
May 17, 2026
Shirl Lynn Dunkelberger, 67, of Springfield, MO passed away Sunday, May 17, 2026. She was born January 14, 1959, to James and Shirley Smith in Washington, DC.
She was preceded in death by her sister and brother-in-law, Tracy and Howard Littles.
Shirl is survived by her two children, Jamie Campbell and husband Bret and Rian Cotter and wife Larissa; five grandchildren, Jason...
Bradley DeClue
May 16, 2026
Bradley Wayne DeClue, age 46, was born on December 8, 1979, in Monett, Missouri, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2026, at 4am at Mercy Hospital in Springfield, Missouri.
Bradley enjoyed being in the kitchen and cooking for his family. He also liked to act surprised when he tried other people's cooking and liked it. He also really enjoyed just about...
Annajane Sanders
May 16, 2026
With heavy hearts, the family of Annajane “Annie” Sanders announces her passing on May 16, 2026.
Born in Colorado, Annie was raised and built her early life in Denver, Colorado before relocating to Southwest Missouri in late 1977 eventually settling in Springfield, Missouri. She was a remarkably hard worker, dedicating many years to food service until her retirement from Cox Health...
Robert Bryant
May 16, 2026
Robert Jasper Hershell Bryant Sr, 58, of Aurora Mo, passed away Saturday May 16th 2026.He was born May 1st 1968 to Linda Robinson and Herman Bryant in Springfield, Mo at St.John's hospital
Robert liked to visit a lot of family and friends on a daily basis. He loved to make everyone he came into contact with laugh and feel welcome. Robert...

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