Mar 8, 2026

Ernestine McCoy was born July 21, 1940. She passed away Sunday, March 8, 2026, at the age of 85 in Springfield, MO.Ernestine lived much of her life in California. She worked at Edwards Air Force Base and American Aircraft as a key punch operator. She also lived in Utah and Oregon and the past few years in Missouri, which she...

Mar 7, 2026

Mar 6, 2026

Jerry Allen Davis, 55, of Branson, MO passed away Friday, March 6, 2026. He was born on August 20, 1970, in Springfield, MO.

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

Mar 6, 2026

Judy Larue Rodden, 78, of Lebanon, MO passed away Friday, March 6, 2026. She was born October 2, 1947, in Garden City, KS and lovingly raised by Oliver and Margaret Hudspeth.Judy was a talented seamstress and enjoyed crocheting. She also loved to cook and bake. Her family always looked forward to having her delicious cinnamon rolls. Family was very important...

Mar 5, 2026

Sammy Wilburn Barclay

January 27, 1954 – March 5, 2026

“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.”

— 2 Timothy 4:7

It is with both sorrow and peace that the family of Sammy Wilburn Barclay, age 72, of Buffalo, Missouri, announces that he went home to the one true Father on March 5, 2026.

Sammy was...

Mar 4, 2026

Ronald Lee Uzzell, 69, of Strafford, Missouri, passed away on March 4, 2026. He was born on October 8, 1956, in Springfield, Missouri, to Billy Don Uzzell and Ruth Uzzell.

Ronnie attended Grant Avenue Free Will Baptist Church for many years growing up.

His father taught him to bird hunt, and both of his parents were avid fishermen. Ronnie spent many weekends...

Mar 4, 2026

Mickey Killingsworth, 63, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2026, at Cox Hospital in Springfield, Missouri. Fittingly, his final day carried a message in its very name—March Forth. Those who knew Mickey know that was exactly how he lived his life: always moving forward with determination, resilience, and humor.Mickey was born on September 8, 1962, in Wichita, Kansas, to Marvin...

Mar 3, 2026

Charles Douglass Harrison, 83, of Springfield, MO passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2026. He was born July 18, 1942, in Kennett, MO. He was the only child of Charles and Josephine Harrison.Charles received a bachelor's degree from SMS, which is now known as MSU, right here in Springfield. He was employed as an optician for Heffington Optical for the last...

Mar 3, 2026

Jessica Lynn Wilson, 37, passed away on March 3, 2026. She was born on September 19, 1988, in Springfield, Missouri, to Matthew Wilson and Janice Wilson (Edwards), making her the youngest of three children.

If you were to ask her mother, Jessica was a sweet, innocent, and well-behaved child. Her siblings, however, remember things a bit differently. They remember an ornery,...

Mar 3, 2026

John Bryan Robertson, 62, a lifelong resident of Springfield, MO passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2026. He was born March 1, 1964, to Jack and Peggy Robertson.

John was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Mary.

He is survived by his brother, Gene Robertson.

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

Mar 3, 2026

Melvin Fisher, 78, a lifelong resident of Springfield, MO passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2026. He was born October 4, 1947, to Junior "Harding" and Wanda Fisher.

Graveside Services will be held at a later date at Dunnegan Cemetery in Dunnegan, MO.

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

Mar 2, 2026

Paula "Dianne" Myers was born November 25, 1948, passed away surrounded by the love of her family and friends. 

Dianne lived a life full of laughter, love and deep devotion to those she loved. Her warmth made her unforgettable to all who had the privilege of knowing her.

One of her many joys was singing in the church, crafting, and caring for...

Mar 2, 2026

Darin W. Beedle, 61, of Springfield, Mo., passed away on March 2, 2026, surrounded by family at Cox Medical Center South, Springfield Mo.

Born December 4, 1964, in Mexico Mo., to Ron and Kay Beedle. Darin graduated from Mexico High School and obtained a degree in hotel restaurant management from Missouri State University. He built a lifelong career in the restaurant...

Mar 2, 2026

Rebecca Ann Green, 68, of Springfield, Missouri, passed away on Monday, March 2, 2026. She was born on August 12, 1957, to Lester and Mary Agee (Willis).

Rebecca never met a stranger and was kind to everyone she encountered. She volunteered for many years with the Muscular Dystrophy Association. She loved traveling to Gulf Shores and Hawaii, reading, playing cards with...

Mar 1, 2026

Rose Marie Presley, 78, died March 1, 2026, at the CMH Bolivar nursing home.

She was born January 27, 1948, in Springfield, Mo. She was preceded in death by her parents, Chester and Juanita Wolivar and brother, Jim Wolivar.

She is survived by her three children, Julie (Kerry) Price, Brian Presley, Dustin Presley all of Bolivar. No services will be held at...

Feb 27, 2026

Billy "David" Crane passed February 27th, 2026, surrounded by loved ones, after a courageous battle with cancer. Funeral services will be held March 13th at 5:30 pm at Real Life Church, 3104 W. Division Street Springfield, MO 65802

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

Feb 27, 2026

Jacqueline “Jackie” June Fleck, 83, of Springfield, Missouri, passed away peacefully on February 27, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.

Jackie was born on November 15, 1942, in Elkhorn, Illinois, to Norman and Betty Shoemaker. She married Lawrence “Larry” Albert Paquin and raised 3 children together.

She was a dedicated mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend. Jackie’s greatest joy was her family, and...

Feb 27, 2026

Terry Nelson, 60, of Hartville, Missouri, passed away peacefully on February 27, 2026, at Mercy Hospital in Springfield, surrounded by family.

Terry was born on September 27, 1965, in Wisconsin and moved to Missouri as a child. He graduated from Hartville High School in 1984, where he was recognized as an outstanding baseball player. After high school, he spent much of...

Feb 26, 2026

Richard "Rich" Sledden, born November 3, 1955, passed away suddenly on February 26th 2026. Rich worked as a boat mechanic most of his life in Florida. His passions in life included flint knapping and hunting. Rich lived a quiet life, but he enjoyed being with his family and friends.

He is preceded in death by his father who was waiting for...

Feb 25, 2026

The family of John Martin Queen is sad to announce his passing on February 25, 2026 at his home in Springfield, Missouri. John was born on November 27, 1960, the third child of Clarence “Rusty” Queen and Aileen Ellingsworth Queen.

John is survived by his two sons, Mihran and Merek Queen; ex-wife, Janice Haase Queen; and stepson, Damian Haase and family....