Obituary Listing

Apr 10, 2025

Robert S. Crampton, a man of quiet wisdom, deep conviction, and boundless curiosity, passed away peacefully at the age of 95, leaving behind a legacy of service, education, and a profound love for both people and the great outdoors.

Born on September 7, 1929, in St. Clair, Michigan, Robert was the youngest of five children born to...

Apr 10, 2025

Marsha Filbeck, a lifelong resident of Springfield, Missouri, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her loved ones on Thursday, April 10th at 4:47 pm. Marsha dedicated over 20 years of service to Kraft Foods before enjoying a well-earned retirement. Marsha raised two children and was a proud bonus mom to one more. Her love extended across generations...

Apr 10, 2025

Sharon Sue Friedhofen (Smith), 77, of Springfield, MO, was born on June 22, 1947. She passed away on April 10, 2025 after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer's.

She is survived by her children Tim Smith (Tulsa, OK); Kathy Mann (Nixa, MO) and children Grayson and Parker; Sarah Schrader, her husband Earl (Nixa, MO) and their children Lincoln...

Apr 9, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jerry Daniel Elmore age 51 of Springfield, Missouri after a short battle with cancer. He peacefully left this world at 4:10 pm on April 9th 2025 at Cox South Hospital. He was born the son of Patricia Ann Elmore and Jerry Weldon Elmore in Agana, Guam.

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Apr 8, 2025

Springfield, MO – Dr. Marion Lee Wolf, age 83. Passed away April 8, 2025 in the Quail Creek Skilled Care facility in Springfield, MO.

Marion was born January 19, 1942, in the home of his parents, Martin L. and Verma L. Wolf, in Strafford, MO.  After graduating from Strafford High School in 1959, Marion went to Southwest...

Apr 7, 2025

Wayne Theodore Finger, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 7, 2025, in Springfield, Missouri. We always expected this obituary to start with the story of an epic accident. That Wayne's passing would surely be caused by a swarm of angry bees, or a fall from a way-too-high rope swing, or a...

Apr 7, 2025

In Loving Memory of Daniel L. Rainey

With deep sadness and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Daniel L. Rainey, age 57, who departed this life on April 7, 2025.

Born and raised in Springfield, Missouri, Daniel was a proud graduate of Central High School, where he built lasting friendships and memories that stayed...

Apr 5, 2025

Full obituary will be placed soon.

Lavita Epley, 77, Springfield, passed away Saturday, April 5, 2025 in Springfield. She was born June 18, 1947 in Gainesville, Missouri, the daughter of Roy and Beulah Epley.

No services are planned at this time.

Apr 4, 2025

Charva Ledon Martin: a gentle-hearted warrior princess and devout loving mother. Born August 4th, 1961 of Springfield Missouri, (formerly of Dallas Texas) she moved with kindness throughout the community and was beloved anyplace she would frequent.

After years of fighting, she finally found her rest on April 4th, 2025 at 4:10 am. The downpour that day was...

Apr 4, 2025

Christopher Olin Woolsey was born in Springfield, Missouri, on December 25, 1952—a Christmas baby—to Clarence Olin "Tink" Woolsey and Mary Jane (Smedley) Woolsey. He passed away peacefully at home on April 4, 2025, after a long illness, with his loving wife Jackie by his side.

Chris and Jackie were high school sweethearts who reconnected later in life....

Apr 3, 2025

Mary Allegra Hyde, 42, passed away at her home in Springfield, Missouri, on Thursday, April 3, 2025 of complications from Moyamoya disease.

Allegra and her twin sister were born in South Korea and adopted at 4 months old by parents Bruce and Dory Hyde. She was raised in St. Paul, Minnesota and resided there until moving to...

Apr 2, 2025

Dave Cunningham was born July 2, 1934, in Chicago Illinois.

He is survived by his wife Nancy, their children Mark and Jill, and their five grandchildren Tiffany, Abbie, Megan, Molly, and Sydnie.  Their eight great grandchildren, Sophia, Jeffrey, Holly, Alex, Aiden, Andrew, Emma, and Beckett.

Dave attended the University of Tokyo, Japan, and San Diego...

Apr 1, 2025

R. E. "Skip" Reynolds, 74 of Strafford passed away Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at his home.

He was born July 30, 1950 in St.Louis, Missouri area to E. Ray and Margaret T. (Kalapinski) Reynolds.

Skip attended Drury University and graduated from William Jewell College in 1972 where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Business and...

Apr 1, 2025

John P. Slankard, Jr. of Mt. Vernon, MO, passed away April 1, 2025.

He was born January 7, 1932, in Campbell, MO to J. P. and Lavesta Slankard. John attended the University of Missouri at Columbia and Drury College in Springfield.

John retired from Burlington Northern Railroad in 1987.

He is preceded in...

Apr 1, 2025

Barbara Frances Hunter (Thaete) passed away on April 1, 2025, she was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on November 22, 1931, from the union of Harry and Blanche Thaete. Barbara attended Drexel University and was a member of Sigma, Sigma, Sigma (Tri-Sigs). She graduated with a degree in Home Economics in 1954. During her time in college, she spent her...

Mar 31, 2025

Norma Jeanene Boyer Wheeler, 95, long time Springfield, MO resident, passed away on March 31, 2025 in Fort Worth, TX where she had lived for the past 5 years. She was born on January 29, 1930, in Parma, Missouri to the late Alice and Cecil Boyer.

In addition to her parents, Norma was preceded in death by...

Mar 30, 2025

Jackie Sandra Pendergrass (Miller) was 85 years old.  She was born October 5, 1939 and passed on March 30, 2025 at Cox South, in Springfield, MO.  She was born at home in Rudd, Arkansas to Johnny and Vela Miller (Bradshaw).  She was the first born of six children.  Her siblings include Sue Kell who had 2 girls, Gerald Miller...

Mar 30, 2025

Rebecca Lynn Meyer, age 57, of Springfield, Missouri, passed away on the morning of March 30th, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. Born on January 18th, 1968, in Kansas City, she was the cherished daughter of Diana and Leonard Peintner, and the devoted mother of Nathan Meyer.

Becky's life was marked by her kindness, strength, and unwavering...

Mar 30, 2025

Jeffrey Leif Erickson, 75 of Springfield passed away Sunday, March 30, 2025 in Stuart, Florida.

He was born on March 18, 1950 in La Crosse, Wisconsin to Jerene and Leif Erickson.

Jeff was a member of Messiah Lutheran Church and the Elks Lodge #409 in Springfield. He was also a member of the Coon Valley,...

Mar 29, 2025

Joyce Ulaine Duggins Beatty was called to her eternal home on March 29, 2025. She was born on September 18, 1950, and is the beloved daughter of E.J. and Venita Napier Duggins.

Born and raised in Mountain Home, AR; she graduated from Mountain Home High School in 1968, earning her nursing degree as an RN from the...