Dec 3, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Cory Brian Todd Stapp, 44, on Tuesday, December 3, 2024. A lifelong resident of Springfield, MO, Cory was born January 23, 2981.

He was preceded in death by one son, Castiel; and his mother, Grenda.

He is survived by his wife, Charity (Ingle) Stapp;...

Dec 2, 2024

Donald "Donnie" Lee Abraham Jr., 54, of Springfield, MO passed away Monday, December 2, 2024. He was born January 1, 1970, to Donald and Roberta Abraham in Kansas City, MO.

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

Dec 1, 2024

Cheryl Patricia Dunn, 66, of Springfield, MO passed away Sunday, December 1, 2024. She was born January 24, 1958, to Donald and Patricia Firster in Erie, PA.

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

Nov 30, 2024

Richard Theodore Murphy Jr, 73, of Springfield, MO passed away Saturday, November 30, 2024. He was born February 14, 1951, to Richard and Nancy Murphy.

Richard was a giver and was always ready to help his family and friends. He was a hard worker and never complained. Richard retired from Missouri State University after being employed there...

Nov 30, 2024

Claire G. Como, 78, of Springfield, MO passed away Saturday, November 30, 2024. She was born February 9, 1946, to Albert and Marie Gaillard in New Orleans, LA.

Claire lived in New Orleans, La many years while running a successful business and raising four children: Scott, Michelle, Anne (Tim) and David. She was very active in her...

Nov 29, 2024

Richard Bernard Myklebust, 82, of Conway, MO passed away Friday, November 29, 2024. He was born October 6, 1942, to Bernard and Lillian Myklebust in Glendale, CA.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Catherine Myklebust.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services.

Nov 28, 2024

Danny Blaine Deckard, 59, of Springfield, MO passed away Thursday, November 28, 2024. He was born December 9, 1964, to Bobby and Wanda Deckard.

Danny was a man who found joy in the simple pleasures of life. His love for fishing and arrowhead hunting was well-known to all who knew him. Danny could often be found by...

Nov 27, 2024

Jacob Carr, 42, of Springfield, MO passed away Wednesday, November 27, 2024. He was born October 21, 1982, to Rickie and Tambra Carr in Ferguson, MO.

Jacob is survived by his son, Mason, and both of his parents, along with his sister, Brittany and nephew and niece, Dylan and Kylie.

Jacob had many struggles in...

Nov 27, 2024

Carol Jean Luteran, 89, of Bolivar, MO passed away Wednesday, November 27, 2024. She was born September 11, 1935, to James and Georgia Butler in Kansas City, MO.

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

Nov 26, 2024

George Allac Swensrud, 54, of Springfield, MO passed away Tuesday, November 26, 2024. He was born November 5, 1970, in Riverside, MO.

George loved to drink, watch football, and have a good time with Roxanne.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Shirley.

George is survived by his significant other, Roxanne Rider;...

Nov 26, 2024

Patricia Darlene Ingram of Carthage, Missouri passed unexpectedly from this life, aged 72 on November 26, 2024, at Mercy Hospital in Springfield, Missouri.  Patty was born on October 30, 1952, in Webb City, Missouri to the late Bill and Doris (Wine) Henson.  She was the third daughter following the births of her older sisters Victoria and Margaret.

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Nov 26, 2024

James "Jim" Clayton Blake, 64, of Stockton, MO passed away Tuesday, November 26, 2024. He was born June 26,1960, to JC and Roberta Blake in California.

Jim, also known as Bo to family and friends, dedicated his life to serving others through his faith and talents. He was a passionate preacher whose sermons were known for their...

Nov 25, 2024

Richard "Ricky" Ray Campbell, 73, of Republic, MO made his journey home to Jesus on Monday, November 25, 2024, from this earth. He was born August 22, 1951, to Bruce and Amy Campbell in Crawford, NE. Around 1957 he moved to Alaska and spent the next 20 years there.

Ricky served his country for 22 years as...

Nov 24, 2024

Eugene Arthur Stevens, 78, of Republic, MO, passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2024. He was born on February 9, 1946, to Eugene and Virginia Stevens (Skrzynski) in Rochester, NY.

Eugene grew up in Rochester's Polish American community, where he formed lifelong memories and values. He graduated from Edison Technical and Occupational High School in 1964. Soon...

Nov 23, 2024

John Clark Closser, 78, shot straight down to Hell on the sunny Saturday afternoon of November 23, 2024, in Springfield, Missouri.  He was born November 26, 1945, to Wilbur and Helen Closser, who raised him and his sister in a modest home on Valentine Street in Little Rock, Arkansas.

Clark was a voracious reader and a gifted...

Nov 21, 2024

Esther Marie Myers, 82, of Springfield, MO passed away Thursday, November 21, 2024. She was born May 18, 1942, to William and Auoria Smith in Blythe, CA.

Esther attended cosmetology school in California. She was very talented and enjoyed cooking, painting, knitting, and ceramics. She was also an amazing seamstress. She could make anything.

She...

Nov 21, 2024

Benjamin "Chad" Butts, 41, of Springfield, MO passed away Thursday, November 21, 2024. He was born February 25, 1983, to Larry and Robin Butts.

Chad is survived by his sons, Brett and Cooper Butts; his brothers, Shane Butts and Austin and Elizabeth Butts; and a lot of close friends that he considered family.

Arrangements have...

Nov 20, 2024

Sharon Kaye Tatro, 72, of Harrison, AR passed away Wednesday, November 20, 2024. She was born August 3, 1952, to James and Mary Villines.

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

Nov 20, 2024

Ivan Benjamin Alley, 44, of Springfield, MO passed away Wednesday, November 20, 2024. He was born October 26, 1980, in San Luis Obispo, CA.

On July 1, 2021, Ivan married Staci Smoot. He was the father of Jewell Wilson, Ryu Knoelk, Akira Knoelk and Drake Alley; and the loving son to his mother, Liz and his father...

Nov 20, 2024

Jim Dean Groves, 65, of Springfield, MO passed away Wednesday, November 20, 2024. He was born July 9, 1959, to Arthur and Georgia Groves in Topeka, KS.

Jim grew up in Topeka, Kansas and graduated from Topeka High. He served his country and was a proud Veteran of the United States Army. Jim enjoyed watching the Kansas...