Judy Bush
May 21, 2026
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we announce the passing of Judy Lynn Bush, who passed away on May 21, 2026, at the age of 62, following a short battle with illness.
Born on July 4, 1963, to James and Geneva Lucas, Judy had a spirited personality that fit her birthdate well. She was strong-willed, independent, and known...
Ricky Dye
May 19, 2026
Ricky Owen Dye, 70, of Tunas, MO passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2026. He was born October 13, 1955, in St. Joseph, MO and raised by his loving parents, Johnny and Shirley Buntin.
His family will host a Celebration of Life at a later date.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services of Springfield, MO.
Larry Stallings
May 19, 2026
Larry Wayne Stallings, 86, a lifelong resident of Springfield, MO passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2026. He bravely fought a long battle with cancer. He took his last breath at home at peace with his Lord surrounded by those he loved. He was born August 27, 1939, to Howard and Beulah Stallings.
Larry enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, and traveling with the...
Jim Jolley
May 18, 2026
James "Jim" Ervin Jolley, 63, of Springfield, MO passed away Monday, May 18, 2026. He was born February 17, 1963, in Columbia, MO.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services of Springfield, MO.
Shirl Dunkelberger
May 17, 2026
Shirl Lynn Dunkelberger, 67, of Springfield, MO passed away Sunday, May 17, 2026. She was born January 14, 1959, to James and Shirley Smith in Washington, DC.
She was preceded in death by her sister and brother-in-law, Tracy and Howard Littles.
Shirl is survived by her two children, Jamie Campbell and husband Bret and Rian Cotter and wife Larissa; five grandchildren, Jason...
Bradley DeClue
May 16, 2026
Bradley Wayne DeClue, age 46, was born on December 8, 1979, in Monett, Missouri, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2026, at 4am at Mercy Hospital in Springfield, Missouri.
Bradley enjoyed being in the kitchen and cooking for his family. He also liked to act surprised when he tried other people's cooking and liked it. He also really enjoyed just about...
Annajane Sanders
May 16, 2026
With heavy hearts, the family of Annajane “Annie” Sanders announces her passing on May 16, 2026.
Born in Colorado, Annie was raised and built her early life in Denver, Colorado before relocating to Southwest Missouri in late 1977 eventually settling in Springfield, Missouri. She was a remarkably hard worker, dedicating many years to food service until her retirement from Cox Health...
Robert Bryant
May 16, 2026
Robert Jasper Hershell Bryant Sr, 58, of Aurora Mo, passed away Saturday May 16th 2026.He was born May 1st 1968 to Linda Robinson and Herman Bryant in Springfield, Mo at St.John's hospital
Robert liked to visit a lot of family and friends on a daily basis. He loved to make everyone he came into contact with laugh and feel welcome. Robert...
Susan Sanders
May 14, 2026
Susan Kay Sanders, 78, a loving wife, mother, and devoted friend to many, passed away on May 14, 2026, of a stroke.
Susan was born on October 9, 1947, in Danville, Illinois, the only child of John and Aleta Diffenderfer. She earned two scholarships to study drama at Illinois Wesleyan University before later finding her calling in public service. She went...
Steven Fry
May 13, 2026
Steven Ray Fry, 72, of Highlandville, MO, passed away in his home on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. from a long illness. He was born on October 29, 1953, to William and Ruth Fry in Mt. Carmel, IL.
Steve is a survived by his wife of 43 years, Sharon L. Fry; and beloved son, Josh A. Fry both of...
Michael Turner
May 13, 2026
Michael Eugene Turner (Mike) was born on September 5, 1953, to Jesse Paul and Dora May Turner in Abeline, KS. He passed away at home after a long and brave fight with small-cell neuroendocrine cancer on May 13, 2026.
Mike was a dedicated and devoted husband to Mary Catherine (Schneiter) for almost 42 years and an amazing father to his three...
Jean Franklin
May 13, 2026
Jean “Jeanie” Ellen (Hendrickson) Franklin, age 75, was born on November 15, 1950, in Springfield, Missouri, to Harold R. Hendrickson and Anna B. (Walker) Hendrickson. She passed away peacefully at Cox South Hospital after a brief illness, surrounded by her loving family.
Jeanie spent most of her life in Bolivar, Missouri, where she became a cherished member of the community. She...
Randy Israel
May 12, 2026
Randall "Randy" Scott Israel, 56, a lifelong resident of Springfield, MO passed away Tuesday, May 12, 2026. He was born May 5, 1970, to Bob Israel and Carol Chappell.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services of Springfield, MO.
Donna Boyd
May 9, 2026
Donna Sue Boyd, 70, a lifelong resident of Springfield, MO, passed away Saturday, May 9, 2026. She was born July 11, 1955, to Vestal and Maxine Cardwell.
Donna graduated from Hillcrest High School in 1973 and was married shortly after. Her daughter, Elissa Kay Stewart, was born in 1976, and in 1978 she had a son, Steven Andrew "Drew" Stewart. Donna...
Melva Ray
May 8, 2026
Melva Winifred Ray (Weaver) was born on January 7, 1946, in Lebanon, Missouri, to William Carl Weaver and Alice Ada Weaver (Elliot).
Melva departed this life surrounded by her family on May 8, 2026, at the age of 80 years, 4 months, and 1 day.
On November 28, 1973, she married Kennith Dale Ray, who preceded her in death on May 5,...
Barbara Holt
May 7, 2026
Barbara Ann Holt, 85, of Springfield, Missouri, passed away May 7, 2026, at Cox South surrounded by her family. Barbara was born in Ventura, CA to Charles and Pauline (Inglis) Naylor on December 18, 1940.
She was raised in Bolivar by her mother and grandparents who she adored. After graduating from Bolivar High School, she was employed at the garment factory....
Nancy Johnson
May 7, 2026
Nancy Lea Johnson, 64, of Springfield, MO passed away Thursday, May 7, 2026, with her kids and son-in-law by her side. She was born July 11, 1961, to Wendell and Donna Johnson in Clinton, IA.
Nancy's favorite pastime was spending cherished time with her family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her father, Wendell.
Nancy is survived by her children, Jeremy...
Josefay Woods
May 6, 2026
Josefay Woods, 64, of Springfield, MO passed away Wednesday, May 6, 2026. She was born May 27, 1961, to James and Maybelle Martin in Fort Worth, TX.
Josefay was known for her feisty personality, outgoing nature, and free-spirited way of life. She had a giving heart and never hesitated to lend a hand or share a laugh with those around her....
Daniel Naber
May 5, 2026
Daniel Bertrum Naber, 63, of Pleasant Hope, MO passed away Wednesday, May 5, 2026. He was born May 22, 1962, to Bailey and Shirley Naber in Pomona, CA.
Daniel, known as "Danny" or "Dan" to his friends, worked as a crawfish boiler in Monroe, LA. He was deeply loved by his family and will be missed.
He was preceded in death by...
Robert Nooe
May 5, 2026
Robert Wayne “Bob” Nooe, born October 30, 1959, in Lexington, KY, went to be with the Lord on May 5, 2026. Bob lived in Clever, Missouri with his beloved wife and family, and found great joy as a husband, a father, and a “Bob-Bob” to his granddaughters.
Bob wrestled with spinal issues for much of his life and was diagnosed with...
