Danny Udell Hurtado, Jr.
2026
Danny Udell Hurtado, Jr., age 70, of Rogersville, MO, passed away October 6, 2026 in his home, after becoming ill after loading cattle. He was born April 11, 1956. Farming was Danny’s passion after spending summers working on his grandparents dairy farm. It was the way Danny would have chosen to leave the world.
Danny was employed for over 30 years...
Stelia Winkler
Oct 5, 2026
Stelia Marie Winkler, age 81, of Springfield, MO, passed away peacefully in her sleep October 5th, 2026.
She was born on May 13th, 1945 in Loborika, Yugoslavia. She was the only child of Raphaella and Emilia Perusco. At the age of 10 she immigrated to the United States, eventually landing in St. Louis, MO, where they integrated into the Italian community...
Virginia D. Curtis
Oct 5, 2026
Virginia Dawn (Payne) Curtis, 93, of Springfield, Mo., went home to be with the Lord on Monday, Oct. 5, 2026. She was born May 24, 1933, in Blowing Rock, N.C.
She was preceded in death by her father, Dean Payne; her mother, Ora Watson; her brother, William C. Payne; her beloved husband of almost 60 years, Carl Curtis; and her son-in-law,...
Jean Coleman
Oct 4, 2026
Jean Coleman went to be with God on October 4th after bravely battling breast cancer for 5 years. She handled every setback with courage and optimism, and was a true role model for all who knew her. Her late husband, Don Coleman, was waiting for her in heaven, along with her parents Inez and Olan Vail. Jean was born July...
James C. Owens
Oct 4, 2026
James C. Owens, 99, passed away Oct. 4, 2026. Jim was born Feb. 13, 1927, in Jefferson City, Mo., to Claude P. and Edith E. Owens.
He attended most of his school years in Springfield, Mo., but graduated from Jefferson City High school in 1944. He was athletic, playing football, basketball and baseball in high school and one season of football...
Merton Wayne Arnold
Oct 4, 2026
Merton Wayne Arnold, age 91, passed away peacefully on October 4, 2026. He was born on January 25, 1935, to Walter and Mildred Arnold in Cheyenne Wells, CO. Merton proudly served his country in the United States Navy for 22 years, retiring as a decorated Lieutenant Commander.
Dad (Merton) always wanted to leave a meaningful legacy for his children and grandchildren...
Harold "Hal" Schupbach
2026
Harold “Hal” Schupbach, 73, of Battlefield, Missouri, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2026, at Mercy Hospital in Springfield, surrounded by his family. Known as “Hal” or “Howie” to his friends and coworkers, he will be remembered for his many interests and friendships throughout the years.
Hal was a graduate of Spokane High School. He dedicated 43 years of his working...
Willa Posey
Oct 3, 2026
Willa Dean (Highfill) Posey, of Springfield, Missouri, 84 years, went to be with the Lord on October 4, 2026 after a long illness in Springfield Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Springfield, MO.
Willa was born on September 3, 1942 in Elkland, MO to Charlie M. and Lucy M. Highfill. Willa was a graduate of Marshfield High School but attended Elkland...
David Robert Norton
Oct 2, 2026
David Robert “Dave” Norton, the son of Robert Raymond and Hazel Marie Norton, was born on January 25, 1940, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Dave passed away on October 2, 2026, at his home in Willard, Missouri, surrounded by his loved ones.
He is survived by his wife of 28 years, Connie Norton; his daughters: Kimberley Carleton, Kristy Norton, Tammy Lindsay and her...
Paul Kurt Simmons
Oct 1, 2026
Visitation will be Friday, October 16, 2026 from 10:00 - 11:00 AM, with Funeral Service following at 11:00 AM, at First Baptist Church of Springfield.
Obituary will be added soon.
John Roper
2026
John Leslie Roper, 71, of Springfield, MO passed away at 5:45 p.m. on Thursday, October 1, 2026, in his home.He lived his last days loving on his many pets while enjoying country life with his wife, Virginia. He had a very generous heart, ready to help anybody. John graduated from Glendale High School in 1973. In his early years, he...
Michelle Kay Rowland
Sep 28, 2026
Michelle Rowland, born on October 12, 1955, in Gary, Indiana, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2026, at the Strafford Care Center after a courageous battle with cancer. Her life was a testament to love, kindness, and unwavering acceptance, and she leaves behind a legacy cherished by all who knew her. Michelle was the beloved daughter of Bill Hare and...
Sam Brown
Sep 28, 2026
Thomas Samuel “Sam” Brown, the son of Thomas Henderson and Mabel Mae (Sutterfield) Brown, was born June 19, 1942 in Harrison, AR. Sam passed away on September 28, 2026 at Turners Rock Garden House in Springfield, MO.
He is survived by one sister, Dana Brown and his niece DD Hodges; three sisters-in-law Carolyne Sissom and husband Ken, Barbara June Ashley, wife...
Ivonne Stone
Sep 28, 2026
Ivonne Stone, age 90, of Springfield, Missouri passed away on Monday, September 28, 2026, in Springfield. Ivonne was born March 12, 1936 in Ongo, Missouri, to Joseph and Ona (Harville) Shortt. She was married to John Clare Stone on June 7, 1961. They had two sons, Jeff and Greg.
Ivonne was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She had a generous...
Mary Ann Gustin
Sep 25, 2026
Mary Ann was born April 25, 1943, in Houston, Texas, to George Daniel and Gladys Luby Hembree. She grew up in a large family that moved often because of her father's service in the US Navy and as a meteorologist. She attended Catholic schools, loved her family fiercely, and as a young girl discovered another great love: dance.
Her childhood also...
Rob Close
Sep 23, 2026
Robert "Rob" Close, age 57, of Springfield, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, from complications with double pneumonia. His wife, Bridget, mother, Mary, and brother, Aaron were by his side. Rob was born May 29, 1969, in Monett, Missouri. He graduated high school in Nevada, Missouri. Rob became a Christian at an early age, and his spirit touched...
Jan Anders Barnes
Sep 23, 2026
Jan Barnes passed away on Wednesday, September 23rd after a short illness with her family by her side. She was born July 16th, 1954 in Springfield, Missouri to Harvey Jorgensen and Virginia (Devereux) Jorgensen. Jan graduated from Parkview High School and then Southwest Missouri State University. In 2020, she retired from BKD after over two decades. Jan was a member...
Allan L. Ware, Jr.
2026
Allan L. Ware, Jr. was called to heaven on Tuesday, September 22, 2026 in Springfield, MO after battling MS for more than 40 years. He was born October 16, 1952 in Barnhart, MO to Allan L. Ware, Sr. and Lillian (Runge) Ware. Al was a true family man dedicated to his two daughters, Jennifer and Sara. His brother, Randy Lee...
Paul Barker
Sep 23, 2026
Paul O. Barker, 102, a long-time resident of Springfield, passed away on September 23, 2026, in his home with his daughter by his side. He was born January 26, 1924, in Ava, Missouri to William Isam Barker (born in Vanzant, MO) and Annie Agnes (Mick) Barker (born in Powassan, Ontario, Canada). They both preceded him in death as did his...
