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Dr. Leon Jenkins

Dr. Leon Jenkins

Mar 10, 2024

Leon D. Jenkins was born on August 17, 1932, in Ava, Missouri. He was the son of Ernie and Lora Jenkins. Departed this life Sunday, March 10, 2024, at the age of 91 years.

Leon was united in marriage during June 1996 to Connie Wood. Leon professed his faith in Jesus Christ and was baptized early in...

Charlie Bays

Charlie Bays

Mar 8, 2024

Celebrating the life of Charlie Bays

Charles Eugene Bays, known as "Charlie," to his friends and family, passed away suddenly at the age of seventy-one in his home, in Marshfield, Missouri, on Friday, March 08, 2024.

Born on August 22, 1952, to Dwight and Ruth Bays in Springfield, Missouri. He was the only...

Janice Higginbotham

Janice Higginbotham

Mar 8, 2024

Janice Mae Higginbotham, 76, of Bolivar, MO passed away Friday, March 8, 2024. She was born June 25, 1947, to Chester and Annabell Walker in Ventura, CA.

Janice loved the beach, collecting seashells and rocks, crocheting, working in her garden and growing flowers. She was the best at making tie-dye cheesecake and she really enjoyed making big...

Sharon Green

Sharon Green

Mar 7, 2024

Sharon Kaye Green, 68, of Waynesville, MO of passed away Thursday, March 7, 2024. She was born November 4, 1955, to William and Dorothy Slawson in Newburg, MO.

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

Aaron Dodson

Aaron Dodson

Mar 6, 2024

Aaron Shane Dodson was born on September 26, 1988 in Springfield, Mo. He departed from this world on March 6, 2024 at the age of 35.

Growing up Aaron delighted in making his sisters squeal and he loved making all his family laugh with his antics. He enjoyed watching superhero movies and playing with his action figures....

Kim Kelley

Kim Kelley

Mar 5, 2024

Kimberly "Kim" Madge Kelley, 59, a lifelong resident of Springfield, MO passed away Tuesday, March 5, 2024. She was born February 6, 1965, to Guy and Laura Kelley.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

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

Carol Mabe

Carol Mabe

Mar 5, 2024

Carol Louise Mabe, 89, of Springfield, MO passed away Tuesday, March5, 2024. She was born May 29, 1934, to Wesley and Ollie Wilson in Toone, TN.

Private family services to be held at a later date.

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

John Rice

John Rice

Mar 5, 2024

Celebration of Life Services

Friday, March 15, 2024 Visitation starts at 10:00 am Service begins at 11:00 am Second Baptist Church 3111 East Battlefield Road Springfield, MO

Remembrances For John's Life

Grand Oak Mission Center 2854 W Grand Street Springfield, MO...

Linda Bennett

Linda Bennett

Mar 4, 2024

Linda Sue Bennett, 69, of Springfield, MO passed away Monday, March 4, 2024. She was born February 26, 1955, to Floyd and Hazel Bennett in Los Angeles County, CA.

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

Carl Renner

Carl Renner

Mar 3, 2024

Carl Eugene Renner, 41, of Springfield, MO passed away Sunday, March 3, 2024. He was born August 18, 1982, to Stephen and Karen Renner in Enid, OK. Carl grew up in Marionville, MO and was a member of the Marionville High School graduating class of 2001.

Carl believed that family came first. He loved watching his kids...

Steve Campbell

Steve Campbell

Feb 29, 2024

Robert "Steve" Steven Campbell, 66, a lifelong resident of Springfield, MO passed away Thursday, February 29, 2024. He was born August 21, 1957, to Robert and Mary Campbell.

Steve was the proud owner and operator of his own lawn care business. He was a caretaker through and through and it was important to him to make sure...

Ruth Swearengin

Ruth Swearengin

Feb 28, 2024

Ruth Ann Swearengin, 78, of Springfield, MO passed away Wednesday, February 28, 2024. She was born November 10, 1945, to Harley and Doris Huffman in Ava, MO.

Private family services will be held by the family at a later date.

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

Walter Logan

Walter Logan

Feb 28, 2024

Walter Lloyd Logan, 90, passed away peacefully on February 28, 2024, joining his parents in their eternal home.

He was born January 5, 1934, in Rolla Missouri to William and Julia Logan. Walter graduated in 1952, following high school, he attended junior college in Pueblo Colorado.

After college he had a career with Roadway Express...

Christine Norberg

Christine Norberg

Feb 27, 2024

Christine (Matsen) Norberg, age 66, of Warsaw, Missouri, formerly of Northfield, passed away Tuesday, February 27, 2024, following an extended illness. Christine Louise (Matsen) Norberg was born February 2, 1958, in Northfield, Minnesota, to Donald F. and Joyce L. (Falde) Matsen. She was raised in Northfield and attended Northfield Schools.

In 1975, Christine married David McCorkell. Over...

Arnetas Sparks

Arnetas Sparks

Feb 26, 2024

Arnetas Sparks, 100, of Republic, MO passed away Monday, February 26, 2024. She was born June 29, 1923, to Joseph and Josephine Pease in Muskogee, OK.

Arnetas graduated from Chilocco Indian Boarding School, a federal school for Native Americans, in Chilocco, OK. Arnetas graduated from Nursing School at Muskogee General Hospital, Muskogee, OK and worked at the...

Rodney Roberts

Rodney Roberts

Feb 25, 2024

Rodney Dean Roberts passed away Sunday, February 25th, 2024, in his home in Springfield, MO. He was born on March 19, 1969, to Garland Dean Roberts and Virginia "Sue" Jobe in Bolivar, MO.

He was raised in church and was saved at 14 years old at True Hope Missionary Baptist Church in Springfield, MO. He was a...

James Weeks

James Weeks

Feb 25, 2024

James "Chief" Earnest Weeks, 67, of Humansville, MO passed away Sunday, February 25, 2024. He was born January 6, 1957, to James and Bettie Weeks in Detroit, Michigan.

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

Vickie Campbell

Vickie Campbell

Feb 25, 2024

Vickie Charlene Campbell, 60, of Willow Springs, MO passed away Sunday, February 25, 2024. She was born July 6, 1963, to Charles and Judith Bunch of Springfield, MO.

Vickie grew up in the Springfield area and graduated Class of '81 from Republic High School. Soon after graduation she sought a career in the military and joined the...

Dixie Budd

Dixie Budd

Feb 23, 2024

Dixie Lea Budd, 77, of Aurora, MO passed away Friday, February 23, 2024. She was born November 5, 1946, to Lavern and Luella Marshall in Hay Springs, NE.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Lavern and Luella Marshall.

Dixie is survived by her husband, James T. Budd Sr; her son, James T. Budd...

Max Stites

Max Stites

Feb 23, 2024

Max Dale Stites, 96, of Springfield, MO, passed away February 23, 2024. He was born October 27, 1927, in Charleston, IL, to Stanley and Pearl Stites.

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

Services will be held in Pana, IL. Date and time pending.

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