Phil N. Jones
2026
Phil Jones, age 87, passed away in his home surrounded by family on May 27, 2026, just a few months after being diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia. While we prayed for healing and treasured every “good day,” he walked in faith until the very end and trusted that God was in control and was answering our prayers in the way...
J E Talbert
May 27, 2026
JE Talbert, 92, of Springfield, Missouri, passed away peacefully at home on May 27, 2026, with his loving wife, Lola, by his side.
JE was born on September 30, 1933, in Joplin, Missouri, to the late Carl and Odessa Talbert. He graduated from Springfield High School and SMSU before earning his CPA designation and becoming a member of the Missouri Society...
Thaddeus Dale Presley
May 26, 2026
Thaddeus Dale Presley, born on October 5, 1976, in Springfield, Missouri, passed away on May 26, 2026 from natural causes. He will be remembered with love for the roles he held most dearly in life: father, son, brother, and grandson.
He leaves behind a family who will forever carry his memory: his son, Tyrus Presley; his daughter, Anya Presley; his parents,...
W. Bruce Howell
May 26, 2026
Walter Bruce Howell
W. Bruce Howell, 76, Nixa, passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2026 in his home. He was born November 2, 1949 in Springfield, Missouri to the late Walter Bernard “Bud” Howell and Genilie Jean Kidd Howell Lurie. Bruce lived and worked his whole life in Springfield, starting at 10 years old mowing lawns for the neighborhood. At 13 &...
Donovan "Don" Cash
May 24, 2026
Donovan "Don" Joe Cash, age 84, passed away peacefully on May 24, 2026, just two weeks after the passing of his beloved life partner of 61 years, Jim Parker. Don was ready to go, and there is no doubt that "James" has taken him home one last time.
Don was born on June 23, 1941, in Western Grove, Arkansas, to John...
Susan Craig
May 23, 2026
Susan Craig, 86, passed away on May 23, 2026, surrounded by her family's love. Born in West Plains, Missouri, on February 7, 1940, to J.L. and Faye Fleming, she graduated from Parkview High School. In 1958, she married Kenneth Craig, and they later welcomed two cherished sons, Christopher and Gregory.Susan loved being with her family, hosting holiday events, and spending...
Bobbi Rue Wixson
May 23, 2026
Bobbi Rue Wixson, 68, born on August 5, 1957, passed away on May 23, 2026, surrounded by her loving family after a three-year battle with cancer.
Bobbi was a Texas native, born in San Angelo. When she was in 4th grade, she moved to Missouri with her family and later graduated from Rolla High School. In 1978, she moved to Houston,...
Marjorie Ann Demorast
May 22, 2026
Marjorie Ann Demorast, 95 of Battlefield, Missouri passed away at 5:50 pm on Friday, May 22, 2026 in Township Assisted Living.
She was a member of Cassidy United Methodist Church in Ozark, Missouri,
She was preceded in death by her husband, Michael Demorast, her parents, Francis O. and Elizabeth (Wilson) Taylor, brothers, Francis J. Taylor and David Roger Taylor, and a sister,...
Jim L. Mace
May 22, 2026
James “Jim” Lewden Mace of Springfield, MO passed away peacefully under the care of Seasons Hospice at his home on May 22, 2026, from lifelong health complications from Agent Orange -Vietnam Military service. Jim was born August 8, 1943, in Springfield, Missouri, to Roger and Mildred Mace.
Jim attended many different schools in Springfield including St. Agnes, McDaniel, Rountree, Delaware, Jarrett,...
Cheryl T. Palmer
2026
Cheryl T. Palmer, age 82, of Springfield, MO, passed away on Friday, May 22, 2026, while at Cox Hospital South in Springfield, MO.Cheryl was born on February 23,1944 in Monett, MO, the daughter of the late Elijahiea N. Coker, Jr, and Marjorie L. Coker (Howerton). She graduated with the Class of 1962 at Monett High School. Cheryl worked in a...
Bob Zumalt
May 19, 2026
Bobby “Bob” Dean Zumalt Sr., 78, passed away on May 19, 2026, in Springfield, MO, surrounded by family and loved ones. He was born on January 10, 1948, in Hutchinson, KS and graduated from Burton High School. On October 8, 1966, he married the love of his life, Carol Jean Novack, in Hutchinson, KS.
Bob’s passions were hunting, fishing, spending time...
Don Laven
May 15, 2026
Donald John Laven, 88, of Springfield, passed away on Friday, May 15, 2026, at home surrounded by his loving family.
Don was born in Mankato, Minnesota on June 4, 1937, to Robert and Edna Laven. He graduated from Patrick Henry High School and the University of Minnesota. On June 15, 1957, he married his high school sweetheart Audrey Schuppel.
Immediately after college...
Bruce Wayne Smith
May 14, 2026
On Thursday, 5/14, Bruce left his earthly home hopefully to roar into heaven to see the best car show ever. Born in Kansas City, Kansas, he graduated from Ruskin High School in 1965.
He joined the Army in 1967 and served in Vietnam, where he was exposed to Agent Orange. After the Army he returned to Kansas City and held various...
Joan Young
May 13, 2026
Joan Carroll Young, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully at home on May 13, 2026, after a brief illness. She was born in Chicago on September 17, 1931, and later made Springfield, Missouri, her home after moving there in 1972.
She is lovingly remembered by her children, John (Diane) Young and Katie (Jay Lubarsky) Young; her grandchildren, Tessa...
Anne Carolyn Gonten
May 11, 2026
Anne Carolyn Gonten, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on January 31, 1945, in Springfield, Missouri, to Paul and Dorothy Anne Rittershouse.
Anne will be lovingly remembered for the devotion she had to her family, the kindness and strength she carried throughout her life, and the compassion she showed to...
George M. Johnson
May 11, 2026
George McAfee Johnson, 80, of Springfield, passed away on Monday, May 11 from complications related to the Parkinson’s Disease he had lived with for several years.
George was born in Greenwich, Connecticut on September 28, 1945, though when he was only three months old his mother Louise Kuhn Johnson placed him in a basket and travelled with him and his older...
Stanley Wayne Haseltine
May 10, 2026
A life well lived. A man well loved.
Stanley Wayne Haseltine, 77, went to be with the Lord on May 10, 2026, with his family by his side. A loving father and grandfather, Stan grew up on a generational family farm in Springfield. He stayed on the farm until his passing, spending as much time as possible outside.
He was born on...
Thomas James "Jim" Parker
May 10, 2026
Thomas James “Jim” Parker (1940–2026)
Jim Parker, a beloved partner, brother, entrepreneur, and musician, passed away peacefully at his home in Springfield, Missouri, on May 10, 2026, at the age of 85. At Jim’s request, no formal ceremony will be held. He will be cremated, and at a later date, his ashes—along with those of his life partner, Don—will be scattered...
Jeanette Doggett
May 9, 2026
With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Jeanette Alene Doggett, beloved wife, mother and grandmother. Jeanette lived a life focused on faith and family until her heavenly homecoming on May 9, 2026, at the age of 87 in Springfield, Missouri.
Her family moved from Missouri to Colorado when she was 17. After graduating high school and taking college courses, she...
