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Kay Bonner

Kay Bonner

Jul 21, 2023

Kay Bonner, 86, of Springfield, MO, passed away Friday, July 21, 2023. She was born February 16, 1937, to Earl and Hester Mullinix, in Berkley, CA.

She was preceded in death by her husband of over 62 years, Delbert "Del" Bonner; her beloved daughter, Ann, in June of 2011; followed six months later by her daughter-in-law, Barbara;...

Richard Barber

Richard Barber

Jul 20, 2023

Richard Barber, a man of quiet strength and unwavering love, peacefully left this world on July 20, 2023. Born on August 5, 1947, at his childhood home in Polk, Missouri, he lived a life steeped in the values of hard work, compassion, and cherishing the beauty of the land.

Richard's journey began on the family farm, where...

Leah Torgerson

Leah Torgerson

Jul 19, 2023

Leah Denice Torgerson (Bingham), 73, of Springfield Missouri passed away on July 19, 2023, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer.

She was born April 17, 1950, to Lawrence and Glenna Bingham in Moses Lake Washington.

Growing up in Moses Lake she played clarinet in the MLHS marching band; she was in Job's Daughters International; waited...

Kenneth Davis

Kenneth Davis

Jul 19, 2023

Kenneth Lee Davis, 77, of Weaubleau, MO passed away Wednesday, July 19, 2023. He was born January 12, 1946, to Walter and Cora Davis in San Bernardino, CA.

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

Charles Austino Jr

Charles Austino Jr

Jul 19, 2023

Charles Edgar Austino Jr, 97, of Springfield, MO passed away Wednesday, July 19, 2023. He was born April 15, 1926, to Charles and Martha Austino in Ransom, IL.

Charles was a proud veteran of the US Navy. He served his country as a cook in both World War II and Korea. He worked in carpentry and woodworking...

David Smart

David Smart

Jul 18, 2023

David Allen Smart, 35, of Springfield, MO passed away Tuesday, July 18, 2023. He was born March 3, 1988, to Richard and Lola Wilks in Hanford, CA.

He is survived by his parents, Richard and Lola Wilks; his sisters, Francis Hernandez and Kathy Fordham; and his brothers, Richard Wilks Jr., Michael Hendricks and Dennis Wilks.

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Mary Swann

Mary Swann

Jul 18, 2023

Mary Moore Swann, died July 18, 2023. She was born November 6, 1933 in Helena Montana to William and Hazel Moore. She was a 1951 honor graduate of Grand Junction Colorado high school and attended Parks College in Denver, Colorado.

She married Truman Swann in 1955 in Grand Junction and three sons were born there. The family...

Beverly Matthews

Beverly Matthews

Jul 17, 2023

Beverly Lyn Matthews 60, of Bolivar, MO passed away peacefully after a long illness Monday, July 17, 2023. Her husband Carl, daughter Emily and niece Leslie were by her side.

Beverly was born November 9,1962, to Bennie and Reta Davidson in Independence MO.

Beverly loved her Kansas City Chiefs and the company of many friends....

Teresa Felsinger

Teresa Felsinger

Jul 16, 2023

Teresa Lynn Felsinger, 75, of Weableau, MO, passed away July 16, 2023. She was born March 6, 1948, in Newton, KS, to Edwin and Cleona Guentert.

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

Kenny Bailie

Kenny Bailie

Jul 16, 2023

Kenneth "Kenny" Dale Bailie, 65, of Mansfield, MO passed away Sunday, July 16, 2023. He was born March 7, 1958, to Clide and Donna Bailie in Othello, WA.

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

Tilly Larson

Tilly Larson

Jul 16, 2023

Tilly was a strong, God-fearing woman who loved to laugh and have fun. She was a devoted and loving wife and mother. She founded the Tri Lake Bikers for kids, and it brought her great joy to give back.

Tilly was preceded in death by her grandparents who raised her and several other family members.

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Richard Kates

Richard Kates

Jul 16, 2023

Richard Gene Kates, 55, of Buffalo, MO, passed away Sunday, July 16, 2023. He was born April 6, 1968, in Orlando, FL, to Billy and Linda Kates.

Richard had a passion for tattooing and skulls. He loved music and had learned to play the drums and the guitar. He had a knack for tinkering with and repairing...

Jerry Roberts

Jerry Roberts

Jul 15, 2023

Gerald "J.R." "Jerry" Patrick Roberts was born September 20, 1947, in York, NE and passed surrounded by loved ones on July 15, 2023, in Springfield, MO. He was a lifelong Catholic, veteran of the U.S. Air Force, and lived most of his life in SW Missouri with a career in sales. His favorite jobs were outdoors at the lake,...

Bob Lewis

Bob Lewis

Jul 15, 2023

Robert "Bob" Alan Lewis, 75, of Springfield, MO passed away Saturday, July 15, 2023. He was born August 2, 1947, to Ray and Mary Lewis in Long Beach, CA.

Services will be held at a later date in the Missouri Veterans Cemetery.

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

Gary Barlow Jr

Gary Barlow Jr

Jul 14, 2023

Gary Wayne "GW" Barlow Jr, 46, was born April 25, 1977, in Richmond, VA and departed on July 14, 2023, in Springfield, MO.

GW was preceded in death by his mother, Roberta Virginia Barlow; Aunt, Margie Ann Barlow; paternal grandparents, Verna Mae and Claude Donald Barlow; maternal grandparents, Betty Jean Sincinski and John Rondolph Fowler; as well...

Richard Cecil Evans Iv

Richard Cecil Evans Iv

Jul 14, 2023

Richard "Rocky" Cecil Evans IV, the precious baby boy of Richard and Johnni Evans, was born into this world on Tuesday, June 20, 2023. He passed away Friday, July 14, 2023, surrounded by the love of his family.

He was preceded in death by his infant sister, Marie Evans; his grandfather, JJ Johnson; great grandparents, Richard Cecil...

Michele Swan

Michele Swan

Jul 14, 2023

Michele Renee Swan was born in San Diego, CA on July 5, 1969.

Shortly after that she and her parents moved to Springfield, MO. Michele passed away on July 14, 2023.

Michele was a cosmetologist for several years and also had a degree in Criminal Justice.

She loved working with flowers and was...

Ronald Huffmaster

Ronald Huffmaster

Jul 13, 2023

Ronald Dean Huffmaster, 71, of Neosho, MO passed away Thursday, July 13, 2023. He was born February 28, 1952, to Lonnie and Omega Huffmaster in Fayetteville, AR.

Ronald loved hunting and fishing.

He was preceded in death by his son, Jeff Huffmaster; his father, Lonnie Huffmaster; and his mother, Omega Huffmaster.

He is...

Alfred Lotze

Alfred Lotze

Jul 11, 2023

Alfred Achim Lotze, 87, of Springfield, MO, passed away July 11, 2023. He was born June 20, 1936, in Dresden, Germany, to Alfred and Louise Lotze.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Alfred is survived by his wife of almost 65 years, Elizabeth Lotze; their family loving family and many friends.

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Joseph Depietro

Joseph Depietro

Jul 10, 2023

Joseph "Joe" Mario DePietro, 55, of Springfield, MO passed away Monday, July 10, 2023. He was born July 22, 1967, to John and Joan DePietro in Chicago, IL.

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

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