Obituary Listing

Oct 5, 2025

Myron Arthur Jensen October 2, 1937 – October 5, 2025

Myron Arthur Jensen, 88, of Springfield, Missouri, passed away peacefully on October 5, 2025. Born in Hollywood, California, on October 2, 1937, Myron lived a full life rooted in kindness, curiosity, and connection.

He was the son of Arthur William Jensen and Laura...

Oct 4, 2025

Steven David Planz, 78, of Billings, MO, passed away at 12:07 p.m., on October 4, 2025, at his home. He was born the son of Hugo A. Planz and Ruth Ella (Schrieber) Planz in Austin, Minnesota.

Steven was a member of Sheet Metal Local 236 Springfield, MO. He attended Aurora Methodist Church.

He loved and...

Oct 4, 2025

Mark Jay DeWoody, 71, Marshfield, passed away Saturday, October 4, 2025 in Marshfield Care Center.

He was born April 2, 1954 in Springfield, the son of George DeWoody, Jr. and Wilda Rosse Neill DeWoody.

Private family services will be held at a later date.

Oct 3, 2025

Donna Marie Jirik was born December 22, 1963 and departed her life October 3,  2025.  She was born in Monett, Missouri to LeRoy and Mary Ann (Schmidt) Jirik and had two older sisters.

She is survived by the love of her life, Sam Paladino and many extended family and friends.

Donna was preceded in death...

Oct 3, 2025

No services are planned at this time.

Oct 1, 2025

Gloria A. Jones passed away on Wednesday, October 1st, 2025.  She was born on March 20, 1944 in Jackson, TN, and was 81 years old at the time of her passing.  Gloria was raised in Cairo, IL and Cape Girardeau, MO.  She and her husband of 56 years, Michael A. Jones, graduated from Central High School in 1962.  After...

Sep 28, 2025

The Honorable J. Miles Sweeney, 79, passed away September 28, 2025. He would have been 80 on his birthday, the following day, September 29.

Miles occupied the bench for 23 years, of which he served as the presiding judge for Greene County for 9 years. While on the bench, Miles was revered for his steady nature, objectivity,...

Sep 27, 2025

Willis C. Reddick, Jr., 91, of Springfield, Missouri passed away September 27, 2025, preceded in death by his infant son Brent; survived by his wife of 69 years, Melba (Beers) Reddick; daughter Rebecca Reddick (Terry Lybrand) and grandchildren Lindsey Lybrand and Daniel Lybrand (Quynh Duong); sons Wayne Reddick (Kathleen) and Paul Reddick (Bridget Degan); Paul's son Thomas (Nicole) and...

Sep 27, 2025

Connie Lynn Jobe (Jones), 87, passed away peacefully in Springfield, MO on September 27, 2025. Born on December 13, 1937 in Oklahoma City, OK, Connie was the daughter of Ernie and Gladys Jones. She graduated from the University of Oklahoma with a degree in Education and became a third-grade teacher while her husband, Charles Jobe, completed medical school. They...

Sep 26, 2025

William "Bill" Lee Bowler was born October 23,1946 in Fowler, Kansas.  Bill was the son of Harley William "Bill" and Virginia Lee "Ginny" Bowler. Bill was preceded in death by both of his parents, his brother Billy George and premature twin brothers, his sister Willa Dean Naugle, his wife Cheryl Bowler and his stepson Scott Matthews.  His surviving siblings...

Sep 23, 2025

Linda Kay Abney, 90, of Springfield, passed away September 23, 2025 after living in The Manor at Elfindale.

She was born February 22, 1935 to Russell and Bee Nicholson, who farmed in Ash Grove, MO. Linda went to Drury College, graduating in 1957 with a Home Economics degree. There she met William J. Abney, and they married...

Sep 22, 2025

On the evening of September 22, 2025, surrounded by the family he so dearly loved, Stephen "Steve" Hughes peacefully passed into eternity.

Steve was a man who truly lived with joy. He loved Jesus with all his heart, and that love poured out in the way he cared for his wife, children, grandchildren, great-grandson, and countless friends....

Sep 19, 2025

Dennis Sheppard passed away on September 19, 2025, at the age of 75. He was preceded in death by his parents, James L. Sheppard and Virginia C. Sheppard (nee Clement). He is survived by his loving wife Kathy, with whom he started going steady in the 8th grade, brother Steve (Peggy), two daughters, Kelli Sheppard and Alex Henson (Skyler),...

Sep 18, 2025

Betty Jean Copeland went to her heavenly home on Thursday, September 18, 2025. She was born on the family farm near Fair Play, Missouri, on December 22, 1930, to Paul and Neva (Hammons) Hopkins. Betty was united in marriage to Kenneth "Darrell" Copeland on November 12, 1950, in Fair Play, Missouri. She graduated from Fair Play High School and...

Sep 18, 2025

Capt. Robert (Bob) Eugene Dixon, 87 of Springfield, took his final flight west and arrived heaven on schedule and with a classically smooth landing at 10:37pm, Thursday September 18, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born July 11, 1938, in a small wood frame home owned by his grandfather Fred Dixon on East Truitt Street...

Sep 18, 2025

Donovan Kei Wheeler, 54, of Springfield, Missouri, passed away surrounded by loved ones on September 18, 2025. Born on November 21,1970 in Springfield to Trish Blythe and Don R. Wheeler, Donovan was known for his vibrant personality, sense of humor, and booming voice. He used that voice to lift others up and make people laugh at every opportunity.

Sep 17, 2025

Gerald "Jerry" Hill Dickinson, 90, of Springfield, Missouri passed away Wednesday, September 17, 2025 following a brief illness. Born to Ferdinand and Mae Dickinson on August 19, 1935, Gerald was born and raised in Minot, North Dakota and the youngest of five children. Due to his father's untimely death, Gerald quit school at a young age to help his...

Sep 17, 2025

Charles E. Gray, 99, died on September 17, 2025 in Springfield, Missouri. Charles was born in Springfield, Missouri on September 8, 1926, the son of Charles E. Gray Sr. and Leona (Joslin) Gray. He was the great grandson of Elijah and Annie Gray who were pioneer settlers of Springfield in 1840.

Charles attended the Springfield public schools,...

Sep 17, 2025

Jerry C. Walsh, age 81 of Springfield, Missouri passed away at Cox South Hospital Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 12:56 PM. He was born the son of Lewis C. and Rosette (Rose) Walsh in Alexandria, Virginia. Jerry was united in marriage to his wife, Myoung Sun October 10, 1982, and was a member of Sunset Church of Christ and...

Sep 16, 2025

On September 16, 2025, Kevin Keohane passed away at the age of 58.  He will forever be remembered by his mother Ann Keohane, his sisters Katie Keohane, Beth Pottios, Brother-in-law Pete Pottios, and his nieces and nephews Sarah Flemming, Ray Pottios, Annie Pottios, and Jonas Keohane.  He was preceded in death by his father Patrick W. Keohane, and his...