Rita Ann Vaughan (Cline)
Nov 4, 2026
Rita Ann Vaughan, daughter of Thomas Clyde “Tom” Cline and Odus Marie (Drew) Cline, was born November 25, 1937, in Coal Hill, Arkansas. She departed this life on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at the age of eighty-eight years, eleven months, and ten days.
On May 26, 1956, in Rogers, Arkansas, Rita was united in marriage to James Arthur Vaughan, Jr. Jim...
Mary Ellen Wood
Nov 3, 2026
Mary Ellen Wood, age 78, of Fargo, North Dakota, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2026, in Springfield, Missouri.
Born on February 28, 1948, in Fargo, North Dakota, to Loddie and Ellen Prenosil, Mary spent her life sharing and spreading her love for God, helping others in need, and spending every moment possible with her family.
Mary worked as a nurse for...
Patricia "Pat" L. Dierking
Nov 3, 2026
Patricia Louise (Kutz) Dierking went to be with the Lord on November 3rd, 2026. Born September 18, 1957, in Springfield, Missouri, to Fred and Dolores Kutz, Pat was the third of seven children. She spent her early years alongside her siblings Cindy, Debbie, Sharon, Rick, Teresa, and Jim in a home founded on faith, love, generosity, and family—the cornerstones that...
Don R. Lohmeyer
Nov 1, 2026
Donald R. “Don” Lohmeyer passed away on Sunday, November 1, 2026 at home surrounded by his family after a very brief illness.
Don was born in Springfield, Missouri on June 10, 1954 to Robert J. and Carol (Boehmer) Lohmeyer. He graduated from Parkview High School. He worked for a couple of years at Southern Missouri Containers and enjoyed his time there....
Kimberly Nye
Oct 31, 2026
Kimberly Ann Van Dover Nye, age 69, of St. Louis, Missouri, passed away Saturday, October 31, 2026, in St. Louis. Kim was born June 27, 1957, in Kirkwood, Missouri, to Jackson and Nellie Van Dover.
Kim is preceded in death by her children, Leigh and Matthew Nye (Jeff Nye), and her parents, Jackson and Nellie Van Dover.
She is survived by her...
Paul T. "Tommy" Freeman
Oct 29, 2026
Paul Thomas “Tommy” Freeman, 82 passed away Thursday, October 29, 2026. He was born in Springfield on August 9, 1944 to David Thomas “Tom” and Clevabel (Adams) Freeman.
After graduating from Springfield Senior High School, he attended Drury University, graduating with a degree in Business. In 1965, Tommy joined his dad and brother, Jim, at Freeman’s Menswear which they operated until...
Leslie Geary
Oct 29, 2026
Leslie Lynn Reller-Geary, of Ozark, Missouri, passed away on October 29, 2026 at the age of 64.
She found happiness in the simple comforts of life: a good book, an episode of Ghost Adventures, and a quiet evening at home with her cat Delila. During her years in Nixa, she enjoyed cooking and often made enough to deliver meals. She remembered...
Ralph Riekhof
2026
In loving memory of Ralph Riekhof, born on December 17, 1933, in Higginsville, Missouri, who peacefully departed this world on October 29, 2026. Ralph's life was a tapestry woven with love, dedication, and a profound sense of community, leaving an indelible mark on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.
Ralph was the beloved son of Carl and Edna Riekhof,...
Loretta Ponder
2026
Loretta Ellen Ponder (nee Lane)
A woman of profound faith, compassion, empathy, and grace, Loretta Ellen Ponder, 92, spent her life serving others with a selfless heart and an open door. She slipped away, rewarded with eternal rest very early in the morning on October 28, 2026, at her longtime home, with family by her side.
Loretta was born on July 18,...
Karissa Elaine McCarter
Oct 26, 2026
Karissa Elaine McCarter (Capages), 71 of Fordland Missouri left to be with her Lord Jesus on October 26, 2026. She was born on March 1, 1955 at the Alameda Naval Air Station in California and was the youngest daughter of Marine Captain Martin Capages and Helen Capages. Karissa was the beloved wife of Dave McCarter for 43 years until his...
Cecil "Randy" Cates
Oct 26, 2026
Cecil (Randy) Randoulph Cates, of Springfield, Missouri, passed away Monday, October 26, 2026, after a battle with dementia. He was born on July 10, 1960, to Cecil and Azalee (Burris) Cates, in Springfield, Missouri. As a young boy he was involved in Boy Scouts of America. He graduated from Hillcrest High School in 1979. He was a journeyman electrician for...
Aaron Beazley
Oct 25, 2026
Aaron Daniel Beazley, 44, departed his earthly life and entered the arms of Jesus on October 25, 2026.
Aaron was born on November 19, 1981, in Springfield MO to John and Dawn Beazley as the eldest of 3 sons. He is survived by his wife Amelia (Milly); children Nora Ann Beazley, River Ray Beazley and Reese Cox; his loving parents John...
Sharon Kay Gibbs
Oct 25, 2026
Sharon Kay Gibbs, or as she was best known as “ Gigi” passed away October 25, 2026 at Mission Ridge Care Center in Springfield Missouri. She was born on April 23,1943 in Alpena, Arkansas to John Mitchell and Mable “ Plumlee” Bailey.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her infant brother Blaine, and her beloved husband Lonnie. She is...
Pansy Ruth Collins
Oct 25, 2026
Pansy Ruth Collins passed away at Glendale Gardens and Rehabilitation at 7:00 P.M. on October 25, 2026 in Springfield, Missouri. She was born on Thanksgiving Day, November 24, 1938 to Abner J. Hillin and Bessye Toon in Nacogdoches, Texas. She became a member of the Assemblies of God Church at an early age. Pansy loved school and learning. From an...
Micah Lee Collins
Oct 23, 2026
“Micah Lee Collins, aged 66, passed away on Friday, October 23, 2026. He was born and raised in Springfield, Missouri by his mother Jean Alberta Brook and father Lee Collins. While his parents divorced at a young age, Micah always considered himself lucky to have so many wonderful parental figures in his life as both remarried later in life. He...
Elizabeth "Jane" Allwardt
Oct 23, 2026
Elizabeth “Jane” Cook Allwardt, age 83, passed away on October 23, 2026, at Willard Care Center in Willard, Missouri. She was born on July 29, 1943, in Ferguson, Missouri, to Arnold and Pauline (Rader) Cook. She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Margaret Cook Umland. She is survived by her children, daughter Karen Bowman and husband...
Beth H. Lane
Oct 23, 2026
Beth Ann (Hildbold) Lane, 77, of Springfield, Missouri, passed into eternity on October 23, 2026, at The Fremont Memory Care Unit. She was born on June 20, 1949, in Dayton, Ohio.
Beth married Freddie Lane on June 17, 1972, in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Together, they built a beautiful life and were an amazing example of marriage, sharing 54 years of love, partnership,...
Dwayne Andre Huddleston
Oct 22, 2026
Memorial services will be held Saturday, November 14, 2026, starting at 1:00 PM at Pitts Chapel United Methodist Church in Springfield, Missouri.
A full obituary will be posted soon.
