Obituary Listing

Oct 29, 2025

Dr. Jack Allen Charles Kaiser, 89, Springfield, passed away Wednesday, October 29, 2025 in Cox South, Springfield.  He was born November 15, 1935 in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Clarence Charles Kaiser and Minette Boer Kaiser.

He got his PhD at the University of Chicago. He had a love for model trains and trolleys, as well as...

Oct 28, 2025

George Alfred Culp (who was named after his grandfather, George Washington Jackson) was born May 6, 1924, to Charles W. Culp (11/8/1890-10/18/1962) and Izettie Jackson Culp (8/24/1892 - 6/13/1927). He is the fourth of six siblings, Hazel, Walter, Delma and twin brothers, Frances, and Frederick.   George is survived by his children, Janice Bradford, Dana Cook, Terry Culp, Tina Culp...

Oct 26, 2025

Darrell Bane Sanders II, 57, of Springfield, Missouri passed away at 7:50 a.m. on Sunday, October 26, 2025 in Mercy Hospital after an eight month battle with cancer.

He was born the son of Darrell Bane Sanders and Patricia Faye (Thompson) Sanders in Wuerzburg, Germany during his father's tour of duty in the U.S. Army.

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Oct 25, 2025

John Ballentine Steinberg was born on May 14th, 1932 to Harvey August Steinberg and Mary Jane Ballentine Steinberg in New London, Wisconsin.

He was raised in New London until third grade when the family moved to Minneapolis, Minnesota where his father attended a baker's program.

The family moved to Nekoosa, Wisconsin when John was in...

Oct 24, 2025

Laurie Jean Hanlen, born August 15, 1953, in San Bernardino, California, and died October 24, 2025, in Springfield, Missouri.  Laurie was preceded in death by her father, Joseph, her mother, June, and two brothers, Terry and Kim. She is survived by sister, Kathy Foster (Ron) of Springfield, and sister, Ricki Yeager, of Montana. She is also survived by nieces,...

Oct 22, 2025

William "Bill" Nesbitt, 82, of Springfield, MO, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. He was born April 9, 1943, to Robert Nesbitt and Barbara (Harmon) Nesbitt.

A lifelong resident of Springfield, Bill graduated from Central High School and Southwest Missouri State University. Following graduation, he enlisted and served two years drawing topographic maps in the...

Oct 22, 2025

Jan Atteberry Robbins: A life woven together by strength, connection, and a grandmother's love

Springfield, MO—Jan Atteberry Robbins, a formidable force of strength, compassion, and connection, passed away on October 22, 2025, at the age of 72. Her legacy is one of holding things together, both professionally and personally, and her boundless love and tireless advocacy touched...

Oct 22, 2025

Kenneth Dean Herfkens, MD (b. 1939) died at home on October 21, 2025. He is survived by his children, Kris, Michael Herfkens (Ginny), and Kate Herfkens Ampleman (Jim), grandchildren Tommy Leigh, Audrey, and Austin, Madeline, and Connor, and his dog Cody. His wife, Mary Ann Herfkens, predeceased him. Ken was a physician who loved caring for his patients and...

Oct 21, 2025

Robert Scott Muirhead, age 90 years, of Nixa Missouri passed away on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 in Springfield, MO. He was born September 2, 1935, the son of Maye (Beal) and James Scott Muirhead in Toledo, Iowa. Bob was proceeded in death by his parents and a daughter, Anne Marie. He is survived by his wife Barbara (Bohrisch) of...

Oct 20, 2025

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Oct 19, 2025

Mary Louise Graves , affectionately known as Marylou, Pookie, or Lou Lou, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 19, 2025, at 9:38 AM, surrounded by the love and presence of her family at Woodland Manors Nursing Home in Springfield, Missouri. She was 73 years old.

Marylou's life was a radiant testament to grace, resilience, and...

Oct 18, 2025

George Roger Kerr III age 71 of Springfield passed away October 18, 2025, at Cox Health South. He was born the son of Emily McKitrick and George Roger Kerr Jr. in Bucks County, PA.

George was a member of The American Legion.

He was preceded in death by his parents. George is survived by his...

Oct 17, 2025

Jan Alan Sarff passed away Friday, October 17, 2025 at  his home in Springfield after an extended illness. He was born April 19, 1949 in Canton, Illinois to Max R. Sarff and Donna (Mace) Sarff. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Julianne (Kollmeier) Sarff; son, Brett Sarff and his wife Chelsea; granddaughter, Violet Sarff; brother, Randy...

Oct 14, 2025

Margaret Hedlund Pickett, 77, passed away peacefully on October 14, 2025, after several years of declining health.

Born on April 16, 1948, in Kansas City North, Margaret was the daughter of Leonard and Lucile Hedlund. She attended St. Pius X High School and went on to earn her degree from Southwest Missouri State University.

Margaret...

Oct 14, 2025

Joyce Darlene Ferguson, age 89, daughter of Thelma and Ray J Martin, was born May 28, 1936 in Keokuk, Iowa. She passed away October 14, 2025.

Joyce is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Ronald E Ferguson; and one brother, Kent Martin.

She is survived by her four children; Connie (Ferguson) Schneider; Jerome...

Oct 14, 2025

Rex D. Lyons, 76 of Springfield passed away on Tuesday, October 14, 2025.  He was born the son of Patrick and Pauline Ewing Lyons.

Rex was known for his smile and never met a stranger.  This trait served him well as a car salesman, a job he had for over 35 years.

He was preceded...

Oct 13, 2025

Martha Anne (Roper) Smith, died on Monday October 13th, peacefully, surrounded by her family.  She was 100yrs. young.  The daughter of O.M. "Pat" Roper and Alma C. O'Connell, Martha was born and raised in Springfield, Mo.  She had three brothers: Martin, Phillip, and Max.  Martha was married to Burney O. Smith, with whom she had three children: Patricia Smith,...

Oct 12, 2025

Thomas Eugene Hawkins died suddenly on Oct. 12, 2025. Known as Tom to his friends and Tommy to his family, he  was born July 15, 1949 in Springfield, Mo. to Archie G Hawkins and Dorothy (Hutchison) Hawkins.  He had one sister, Norma Lee.

Tom graduated from Central High School in 1967 and attended SW Mo State College...

Oct 12, 2025

Nyal J. Goforth, 82, of Mt. Vernon, MO, passed from this life on Sunday, October 12, 2025 at 5:04 am. He was a member of Union Grove Church in Aurora, MO. He was a veteran.

He was preceded in death by her grandparents, parents, brother, 2 uncles, 2 aunts, 2 brothers-in-law.

Nyal is survived by...

Oct 11, 2025

In Loving Memory

Gene Thomas Cantrell

Springfield, Missouri

September 30, 1949 – October 11, 2025

U.S. Army Veteran

Gene Thomas Cantrell, 76, of Springfield, Missouri, was born in Marshfield to the late Chester and Paralee Cantrell. Gene proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War, stationed in...