Obituary Listing

Nov 19, 2024

Garry Wayne Adams was born on August 14, 1939, to Henry R. Adams and Reva Oakley Adams in Carthage, MO.  He departed this life peacefully on November 19,2024 in Springfield, MO.

He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Janice Dyer Adams. Also surviving are two children: Kent Adams (Lacie) of Lee Summit, MO, and Brenda...

Nov 18, 2024

Lawrence Garson Lillich, age 83, of Springfield, Missouri passed away on November 18, 2024. Larry was born on October 30, 1941, on a small farm in St. Francis, Kansas. He was the youngest child of Ernst and Dorothy (Tilzey) Lillich. After briefly attending Kansas State University, Larry proudly served in the United States Army. On February 21, 1970, he...

Nov 17, 2024

Marshawn "Shon" Kelly, a beloved mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, partner, loving aunt and friend, passed away on November 17, 2024, at the age of 50. Born on March 25, 1974, in Chicago, Illinois, Marshawn blessed everyone around her with her vibrant spirit and loving heart.

She was the cherished daughter of Donell Kelly and Ruby Kelly and...

Nov 14, 2024

Vera Maxine Collis, age 95, passed away Thursday, November 14, 2024, in Springfield, Missouri. Vera was the daughter of Ray and Maggie Sullins. She was born on November 3, 1929, in Plato Missouri. Maxine would go on to raise a family, and work as a secretary at Occidental Insurance Company. She was a long-time member of Glendale Baptist Church....

Nov 14, 2024

William "Bill" Aloys Schmidt, 87, of Springfield, MO, passed away peacefully after a brief illness on November 14, 2024, at Cox Hospital in Springfield, surrounded by the love of his family. Bill was born on November 2, 1937, in Aurora, MO, to Aloys and Marie (Birkenbach) Schmidt.

He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Margaret...

Nov 13, 2024

Dee (Jobe) Beckley, 91 of Springfield passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at Quail Creek Skilled Nursing while recovering from a fall at home.

She was born in Lorenzo, Texas to Richard Lee and Effie D. (Bagley) Jobe.

She was a faithful and very active member of Second Baptist Church.  Her pride and joy...

Nov 12, 2024

Charles Michael McLaughlin, age 72, passed away November 12, 2024 in his home. Charles was born to Joe and Faye McLaughlin on October 5, 1952, in Jonesboro, Arkansas.

Mike is survived by his wife of 52 years Susan, his two children, Heather Neal with spouse Tom of Springfield, and Adam with spouse Paige of Springfield. Along with...

Nov 11, 2024

Kathryn Penninger Obituary

Kathryn Louise Penninger, age 71, of Springfield, Missouri, passed away peacefully at 2:53 p.m. on November 11, 2024, in Springfield, Missouri, surrounded by family and friends.

Kathy was born March 14, 1953, in St. John's Hospital, Springfield, Missouri, to Joseph Henry May and Shirley May. Kathy graduated from Glendale High School in...

Nov 11, 2024

Barbara Jean Warren passed away on November 11, 2024 at the age of 91 in Springfield, MO. Barbara maintained her independence until just days before her passing, decorating her home for the season, and driving herself to grocery pickups and sorority events. Though her step had slowed, her spirit was unwavering. She watched First and Calvary services online, where...

Nov 10, 2024

Jakob David Honeycutt, 39, of Springfield, Missouri, passed away on Sunday, November 10, 2024.

Jake was born on September 8, 1985 to Paula Roe and David Honeycutt in Florida. Jake was a state record holder for football for kicking at a Punt, Pass and Kick Tournament. He graduated from Glendale in 2004. In 2009, Jake met the...

Nov 10, 2024

A memorial service is being planned for Robert Michael "Bob" Edwards, formerly of Mountain Grove and Springfield. He died November 10th in his home in West Melbourne FL due to heart failure.

Edwards' wife, Susan, and other family members were present to support him and one another while he was under hospice care.

Edwards worked...

Nov 5, 2024

Donald Edward Piatt, 49, Springfield passed away suddenly on November 5, 2024 in Springfield, Missouri. Don was born on a foggy Monday morning, June 30, 1975 in Springfield, MO. He enjoyed playing football at Central High School and graduated in 1993. He worked at SRC ReMan, remanufacturing diesel engines until his health no longer allowed. Don loved to deer...

Nov 3, 2024

Charles Edgar West, 87, passed away Sunday evening, November 3, 2024 at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis. He was born February 16, 1937 in Mitchell, Indiana to Edgar and Frances (Martin) West.

Prior to retirement, Charles worked for EFCO Corporation in Monett, Missouri and Juvenile Shoe Corporation in Aurora, Missouri, managing their data processing department.  He...

Nov 2, 2024

Margaret Faye Lockmiller, 91, went to be with her Lord and Savior on November 2, 2024, with family by her side.

Margaret was born March 31, 1933, in Springfield, MO to Ed and Margaret Gullett.  As a child she enjoyed riding her bike and roller skating at Doling Park.  She was saved and baptized at High Street...

Nov 1, 2024

David Vincent Cottiers was born on February 26, 1933 in New York City.  He went to be with Jesus on November 1, 2024.  He is survived by his daughter, Denise Wilkerson, son-in-law, Randy Wilkerson and granddaughter, Lindsey Franklin and husband Colton, all of Rogersville, Missouri.  Additionally, David also is survived by various nieces and nephews in the Northeast, Minnesota...

Nov 1, 2024

Elizabeth Catherine "Betty Kaye" Stone

Elizabeth Catherine Stone, lovingly known as "Betty Stone" to her friends and "Betty Kaye" to her family, passed away peacefully on November 1, 2024 (All Saints' Day), at 3:45 a.m. She was 87 years old and resided with her beloved husband, William Minter Stone, Jr. ("Bill"), at Turners Rock Assisted Living. Betty...

Oct 31, 2024

Helena Clines, 94 years young, was born March 2, 1930 and left this earthly home for one in heaven on October 31, 2024. She leaves behind her son, Gary Filbeck and his wife Kelley along with their two dogs Yogi and Rippy; her daughter Debbie Ray with her husband Gary. In addition, she has three remaining siblings; brothers Dwight...

Oct 29, 2024

Lloyd V. "Jim" McKinney entered the world on Oct. 6, 1935, at Burge Hospital in Springfield, Missouri, the only child of Lloyd "Mac" and Eva Stanfill McKinney.

He married Jane Nichols Whiteaker in 1985, and they had 39 years of fun.

Jim could throw a baseball, and after graduating from high school in 1953, he...

Oct 29, 2024

Paul Curtis Kahmann, a proud life time resident of Springfield MO, passed from this life into the presence of his Lord, Tuesday, October 29, 2024, in his home, surrounded by loving family and friends.

Paul fought a fifteen year battle against Parkinson's disease till he was released in prayer to join his beloved brother, Ken and parents,...

Oct 28, 2024

Robert S. Adams, devoted husband and father, passed from our world at the age of 85 years on Monday, October 28, 2024. He served Honorably in the US Army and was a veteran of the Vietnam War. His commitment to his family was unwavering, and he will be remembered for his courage, dedication and love. Throughout his life, he...