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Loretta Thomas
Jan 5, 2026
Loretta Faye Thomas, age 78, of Miller, Missouri, passed away on January 5, 2026, at Mt. Vernon Manor in Mt. Vernon, Missouri. She was born April 4, 1947, in Golden City, Missouri, the daughter of Frank Rolla and Neata May (Gulick) Pyle.
Loretta was a 1965 graduate of Miller High School and married Lynn Thomas on May...
Kim Blankenship
Jan 5, 2026
Kim Janell Blankenship went home to Jesus on January 5th, 2026, at age 68.
Kim was born to Joyce Lubbers (living) and Joseph Selle (deceased)on October 6, 1957, in Decatur, Illinois.
She had fond memories of her grandparent's farm and the time she spent there and with them.
Kim devoted her life to...
Velma Casey
Jan 4, 2026
Velma Joyce Casey, 89, of Springfield, MO passed away Sunday, January 4, 2026. She was born December 2, 1936, to William and Clella Robertson of Springfield, MO.
Velma was a licensed LPN, loving mother, grandmother and friend.
She is preceded in death by husband, Jerry Casey; her parents; sister, Mary McCrite; and brother, Anthony Robertson....
Gregory Brundage
Jan 4, 2026
Gregory Paul Brundage, age 68, passed away on January 4, 2026, surrounded by love.
He was a devoted husband, a cherished father/ grandfather/ brother/ friend, and a steady presence in the lives of all who knew him. His strength, kindness, and unwavering love for his family defined who he was and how he lived.
Greg...
Peggy Oliver
Jan 3, 2026
Peggy Ann Oliver, 79, of Marshfield, MO passed away Saturday, January 3, 2026. She was born April 2, 1946, to Lawrence and Marjorie McQuaide in Worthington, OH.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services of Springfield, MO.
Daniel West
Jan 2, 2026
Daniel West, born February 26, 1951, passed away at home on January 2, 2026. Â Dan lived a life full of color, laughter, and deep devotion to those he loved. His warmth, dry humor, and quick wit made him unforgettable to all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Dan was born in Evansville, Indiana to Roy and...
Bruce Brand
Jan 2, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mr. Bruce Brand who left us far too soon on January 2, 2026. Born on July 24, 1964, Bruce led a life abundant with love, laughter, and admiration from all who knew him.
Bruce graduated from high school in Purdy, Missouri, in 1982 and went on...
William Finders
Jan 1, 2026
William "Bill" Jay Finders, 74, of Everton, MO passed away Thursday, January 1, 2026. He was born October 1, 1951, to Ervan and Donna Finders in Omaha, NE.
Bill enjoyed being outdoors; hunting, fishing and going to the races. He was a mechanic by trade and loved everything about cars. He was also a big fan of...
Jean Homer
Jan 1, 2026
With hearts full of faith and gratitude to God, we announce the passing of Glorious Jean Homer, age 84, who peacefully went home to the Lord on January 1, 2026, in Springfield, Missouri.
From an early age, Jean was grounded in faith and accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior.
Jean was born to...
Shannon Mitchell
Dec 31, 2025
Shannon Dwayne Mitchell, 61, a lifelong resident of Springfield, MO passed away Wednesday, December 31, 2025. He was born June 21, 1964, to Melton and Mary Mitchell.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services of Springfield, MO.
Michael Creson
Dec 29, 2025
Michael Eugene Creson, 75, of Bolivar, MO passed away Monday, December 29, 2025. He was born October 27, 1950, to Vada Creson in Christian County, MO.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services of Springfield, MO.
Melanie Martin
Dec 28, 2025
Melanie Renee Martin, 51, of Laquey, MO passed away Sunday, December 28, 2025, in Springfield, MO. She was born on July 4, 1974, to Thomas and Ellen Page in Dover, NJ.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services of Springfield, MO.
Lea Ann Coffelt
Dec 28, 2025
Lea Ann Coffelt, 76, of Hollister, MO passed away Sunday, December 28, 2025. She was born March 28, 1949, in Kansas City, KS. She was adopted by her loving parents Reid and Margaret Arnold.
Lea Ann spent her first 8 years in the tiny town of Milan, KS until her parents picked up and moved to the...
Pamela Escalante
Dec 27, 2025
Pamela Elaine Escalante, 74, of Springfield, MO, passed away December 27, 2025. She was born in Arkansas, March 23, 1951, to Rex and Gladys House.
Pam was an incredibly talented artist.
She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Keith House; husband, Al Escalante; and son, Rocky Escalante.
Pam is survived by...
Gilbert Boden
Dec 26, 2025
Gilbert Eugene Boden, known as "Gil," was born on October 28, 1947, in St. Louis, Missouri, to William Eugene Boden and Gilberta Leona (Bond) Boden. He passed away peacefully on December 26, 2025, in Springfield, Missouri, after a long illness.
Gil was raised in Maryland Heights, Missouri, where he graduated from Pattonville High School in 1965. It...
Margaret Skinner
Dec 25, 2025
Margaret Ann Skinner, 72, a lifelong resident of Springfield, MO passed away Thursday, December 25, 2025. She was born October 5, 1953, to John and Edna Wagner.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services of Springfield, MO.
Janet Voight
Dec 21, 2025
Janet Lea Voight, 87, of Nixa, MO passed away Sunday, December 21, 2025. She was born May 5, 1938, to James and Helen Grossboll.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Norbert T. Voight; her daughter, Yvonne Joy Moushon; and son-in-law, Mike Duchene.
Janet is survived by her three children, Donna Hunter and husband...
Roger Wilson
Dec 21, 2025
Roger Glen Wilson, 57, of Springfield, MO passed away Sunday, December 21, 2025. He was born May 29, 1968, to Rodger and Carolyn Wilson in Emporia, KS.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services of Springfield, MO.
Nicolle Johnston
Dec 21, 2025
Nicolle "Nikki" LeaAnn Johnston, 44, a lifelong resident of Springfield, MO passed away Sunday, December 21, 2025. She was born December 7, 1981, to John and Linda Johnston.
Nikki is survived by her parents; her siblings, Lindsay and Zach Johnston; her nephew, Gryffin Wyatt Johnston; her niece, Reagen Johnston; and a host of other family and friends....
Marcel Gentry
Dec 19, 2025
Marcel Gentry, 74, of Galena, MO passed away Friday, December 19, 2025. He was born December 22, 1950, to Elmer and Letha Gentry.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services of Springfield, MO.

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