Obituary Listing

Jul 20, 2025

Linda Anne (Wiggins) Likins, a devoted follower of Christ, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 20, 2025, in Springfield, Missouri, surrounded by the love of her family and friends. She was 82.

Born on November 26, 1942, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Linda was the third child of Fern (Potter) and Laurence Wiggins. After her father's early passing, Linda...

Jul 19, 2025

Kathryn "Katie" "Kate" Elaine Kobbermann, 48 of Springfield passed away Saturday, July 19, 2025 with her mom by her side along with Blaine and Jeanne.

The world was a much brighter place with Kathryn in it.  She touched countless lives with her warmth, her kindness, and that unforgettable smile she was always ready to share.  Her heart...

Jul 14, 2025

Roseann Knauer Bentley, community leader, humanitarian, and beloved matriarch of a large family, passed away at her home on Monday, July 14, 2025, after a lifetime of service to others. She was 89 years old.

She was repeatedly elected to the Missouri State Senate from 1995 to 2003, becoming the first woman State Senator from Southwest Missouri....

Jul 14, 2025

Shirley Elizabeth Green was born June 10, 1932, in Springfield, MO and passed away in James River Nursing Home on July 14, 2025, at the age of 93.

Shirley retired from Cox Health Systems (Burge School of Nursing) and was a lifetime member of Mount Carmel U.M.C. where she sang in the choir for many years. After...

Jul 13, 2025

Craig Lee Evans, 52, of Springfield, Missouri passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025.

Craig is preceded in death by his grandparents, B.H. and Hazel Reeves, Bill Evans, and Barbara and Coleman Lloyd; his aunt, Elizabeth Becraft; his cousin, Tadd Campbell; and his fur babies, Dixie, Buster, and Pawsie.

Craig is survived by his parents,...

Jul 13, 2025

Michelle "Micki" Beth Huff, 72 of Springfield passed away Sunday, July 13, 2025 at Mercy Hosptial.

She was born May 23, 1953 in St. Louis, Missouri to Joseph Madison Redden and Phyllis Mae (Mattson) Redden.

She was a beautician for years, a successful real estate agent and an aerobics instructor but her most valued role...

Jul 12, 2025

Carl Wayne Stewart, 70, of Springfield, MO passed away July 12, 2025. He was born June 24, 1955 in Del Rio, TX, the son of Loyal Luther Stewart and Donna Jean (Melton) Stewart.

Carl is survived by his wife, Christina Stewart, of Springfield, MO; mother, Donna Stewart of Ozark, MO; sister, Sharon (Stewart) Combs and husband Elva...

Jul 11, 2025

Darryl Edwin Bueker, 74, of Springfield, Missouri, passed away peacefully at Brookdale Leawood State Line in Leawood, Kansas, surrounded by his family, after a courageous five-year battle with Alzheimer's and Lewy Body Dementia on July 11, 2025.

Darryl was born on October 6, 1950, in Washington, Missouri, to Edwin and Leona Bueker. He attended St. Francis Borgia...

Jul 10, 2025

William Clyde "Bill" Lewis, a proud Army veteran and Bronze Star recipient, passed away on July 10, 2025, in Lake St. Louis, Missouri. He was 83 years old.

Born on March 10, 1942, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Bill lived a life marked by service, strength, and dedication. His early years in South Dakota laid the foundation...

Jul 9, 2025

Richard Merrill (Dick) Turner, 92, passed away peacefully on July 9th, 2025, at his residence in Springfield, MO.

Richard was born at home on a snowy December night in Algona, Iowa on December 15th, 1932 to Gerald and Louise (Malone) Turner. As a child, his family resided in Iowa, Colorado and Nebraska. An accomplished musician from a...

Jul 6, 2025

Paul Edward Scott, 69, Springfield, passed away Sunday, July 6, 2025 in Mercy Hospital. He was born July 14, 1955 in Springfield, the son of Lester Paul and Gladys Elizabeth Scott.

Graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, July 9, 2025 in Hazelwood Cemetery.

Jul 4, 2025

Randall "Randy" Gill Young, 68, of Springfield, Missouri, passed away at his home on July 4, 2025.

Born on August 27, 1956, in Kansas City, Missouri, Randy was the son of Marvin Young and Gwen Meeler, both passed, and stepson to David & Shirley Beets, both passed.

Randy is survived by his beloved wife of...

Jul 2, 2025

Norma Dean Tokarczyk, age 93, of Springfield, Missouri passed away July 2, 2025. She was born July 30, 1931, to Elmer Caldwell and Katherine Krause in Kansas City, Kansas.  Growing up on a farm where she lived with her parents, older brother Don and younger sister Arlene, hard work came naturally. Norma's job on the farm included tending to...

Jul 1, 2025

Ronald Dale Harris, 64, of Strafford, MO, passed away on July 1, 2025.

A proud railroad man, Ronnie dedicated his career to the rails, where he was known for his strong work ethic, dependability, and deep sense of pride in a job well done.  His hands built a life of hard work, and his heart built a...

Jun 30, 2025

Patti Gaye Hunter Provance, age 91, of Springfield, Missouri, passed away Monday, June 30, in Springfield, Missouri. She was born the daughter of Leo and Lillian Hunter in Hoberg, Missouri on August 18, 1933.

Patti was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Springfield, Missouri, and was a very devoted catholic up until the time of...

Jun 30, 2025

Valerie Jean Jones, 71, Springfield, passed away Monday, June 30, 2025 in Cox Hospital. She was born December 26, 1953 in Springfield, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Howell B. and Marvin Jean (Richardson) Lewis.

She attended St. Joseph Catholic School for a short time. She also attended Berry School and Central High School before moving to...

Jun 29, 2025

Karen Hall Cooper, 73 years old of Rogersville, MO and longtime resident of Houston, TX, passed away on June 29,2025. She was born on March 22, 1952 in Louisville, Kentucky. She is the daughter of Carol Jane and David W.Hall, M.D.

Karen graduated from Glendale High School, Springfield, MO in 1970. She was a cheerleader and a...

Jun 27, 2025

Louise Jarman, age 82, of Springfield, Missouri, passed away Friday, June 27 in Springfield, Missouri. She was born in Trenton, Missouri on August 24, 1943, to Louis and Dorothy Saplata. She was a member of the Missouri United Methodist Church of Columbia, Missouri.

Louise is survived by her husband, Hank Jarman; her son, Lt. Col. Jeffrey Gipson,...

Jun 24, 2025

Jerry Wayne Bernet

Born March 19, 1940 in Springfield, MO to Helen & Fred Bernet. Jerry passed away at age 85, on June 24, 2025.

Jerry loved hunting and fishing growing up. His biggest passion was baseball at which he excelled. He was signed out of high school with the Baltimore Orioles. He then played...

Jun 24, 2025

In Loving Memory of

Danny Ray Ruffin

February 19, 1943 - June 24, 2025

Today we gather with love and remembrance to celebrate the life of Danny Ray Ruffin, a man who brought laughter, music, and steady kindness into the lives of everyone he met.

Born on February 19, 1943, in...