Phillip Clark

(From Knell Mortuary)

Phillip Aaron Clark, 51, Joplin, Missouri, passed away Friday morning, July 30, 2021, at Mercy Hospital, Joplin, Missouri. 

Phillip was born January 19, 1970, in Anadarko, Oklahoma, the son of Jimmy Clark and Phyllis (McConnell) Clark. He worked on building helicopters in Cement, Oklahoma. Phillip enjoyed going to church, going out to eat, playing pool and darts, but most of all, spending time with his family that he very much loved.

Survivors include his mother, Phyllis Clark; daughters, Tiffany Clark, Wichita Falls, Texas, and Shelby Clark, Weatherford, Oklahoma; grandchildren, Alicia, Marvin, and Giovaughni; a brother, Jimmy Clark, Miami, Oklahoma; and many extended family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, Jimmy Clark; four brothers, Robert Clark, Dennis Clark, David Clark, and Jonathan Clark; and two sisters, Pamela Dickey, and Paula Renee McCoy.

Funeral services will be held 10 am, Tuesday, August 3, 2021, at Knell Mortuary, Carthage. Burial will follow the service at Carterville Cemetery, Carterville, Missouri. Memorial gifts are suggested to the Phillip Clark Memorial Fund in care of Knell Mortuary. Online condolences may be expressed through www.knellmortuary.com. Arrangements are under the direction and personal care of Knell Mortuary.

Shorty Godfrey

(From Daniel Funeral Home)

Gladys M. "Shorty" Godfrey, age 100, of Lamar, Missouri passed away July 30, 2021, at her home.

Shorty was born January 21, 1921 in Lamar, MO., to Melvin and Veda (Smith) Simms. 

On October 4, 1942. Shorty married Lester Eugene Godfrey at the Lamar United Methodist Church in a double ring ceremony with her sister Mary Alice and her husband Ray "Tuffy" Garrison.








Shorty worked as a nurse assistant for Dr. Cain for 8 years and as a bank teller for LBT for 24 years. Shorty was also a housewife, a Boy Scouts den mother, Sunday school teacher, Lamar Free Fair Flower Exhibit Committee Chairman, a member of the Lamar United Methodist Church and a member of a local bridge club. 

Shorty had a longtime hobby of golfing with good friend, Betty Jo Gilkey and could still swing a golf club at 93. She could be seen walking the neighborhood for many years with her long time friend and neighbor, Margaret Dermott. 

Shorty and her friend and co-worker, Shirley Webb enjoyed their many shopping trips to Kansas City, (always looking for shoes and eating spicy Mexican food) with Luella Godfrey always tagging along.

Survivors include her sons; Gordon and wife Luella Godfrey of Lamar, MO., and Ken Godfrey of Jasper, Missouri, grandchildren; Ryan and wife Leah Godfrey, Jeff and wife Ashley Godfrey and Ryan Collier as well as five great-grandchildren; Toby, Edie, Sammy, Bess and Silas, she was also a loving aunt to six nieces and five nephews.

Preceding Shorty in death were her husband, her parents, one brother, Kenny Simms and a sister, Mary Alice Garrison.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m., Monday, August 2, 2021, at Daniel Funeral Home with burial to follow in Lake Cemetery in Lamar, MO.

The family will receive friends from 10:00 a.m., Monday until service time at the funeral home.

Contributions are suggested and made payable to Lamar Free Fair Flower Exhibit in care of Daniel Funeral Home.

Condolences may be shared at www.dfhlamar.com

Clara Burley

(From Fohn Funeral Home)

Clara Mae Burley, age 68, of Seymour, Missouri passed away Thursday, July 29, 2021 at Mercy Hospital in Springfield, Missouri.

She was born March 10, 1953 in Cassville, Missouri the daughter of Ralph Edwin and Emma Jean (Adams) Wormington, who preceded her in death. Also preceding her in death were two brothers, Jack and Glen and one son, Russell Smith.









Surviving are one son, Joe Smith and his wife Lisa of Granby, Missouri; two brothers, Gene Wormington of Colorado Springs, Colorado and Ralph Wormington and his wife Jo Ann of Seymour, Missouri; two sisters, Carol Norris of Independence, Missouri and Nancy Rancatore and her husband Greg of La Port, Indiana; seven grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

Clara received her education in Buffalo, Missouri graduating from Buffalo High School in 1971. After graduating she moved to Butterfield, Missouri and was employed by Tyson Foods Incorporated in Monett, Missouri for nine years and later worked as a nurse’s aide for several years. Some of her favorite pastimes were sewing, drawing cartoons, being outdoors and going fishing. She was a member of the Seymour Life Church in Seymour, Missouri.

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, August 4, 2021 at Horner Cemetery in Cassville, under direction of Fohn Funeral Home in Cassville.

Contributions may be made to American Cancer Society in memory of Clara.

Wayne Maxwell

(From Parker Mortuary)

Wayne Maxwell, age 89, Carthage, passed away on Sunday, July 25, 2021 at Landmark Hospital.

Wayne was born October 22, 1931 in Stotts City, Missouri, son of the late Claude and Lulu Maxwell. He grew up in Stotts City, and attended Mount Vernon Schools. 

He was a mechanic by trade, and held several jobs over the years, but his final job was being a school bus mechanic for Carthage RIX School District where he retired in 1996. He loved working for the school and helping the children anyway he could.

 

In addition to his parents, Wayne was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret Maxwell; his son, Ronald Maxwell, daughter, Myrna Knight; great-grandson, Ricky Tankersley, and his siblings, John and Alice.

Survivors include his grandchildren, Chris Knight and wife Michele, April Choate and husband David all of Carthage, Jonathan Maxwell and wife Angie of Carl Junction, and Jennifer Maxwell of Bentonville, Arkansas; 10 great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren.

No services are planned at this time.

Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary.

Evelyn Bond

(From Parker Mortuary)

Evelyn Esther Bond, age 81, Joplin, passed away on Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at Joplin Health and Rehabilitation.

Evelyn was born August 11, 1939 in Iola, Kansas, daughter of the late Fred and Minnie (Lager) Renier. She grew up in Kansas City, and graduated from Rosedale High School, and then attended Kansas City Business College. 

She married Franklin Bond on February 5, 1956 in Kansas City. They moved to Joplin in 1966 and she worked for the Teamsters Local #823 in their insurance department. She was a member of the Church of Christ, Joplin Congregation.

In addition to her parents, Evelyn was preceded in death by her husband, Franklin Bond on May 2, 2016, a son, Franklin Bond, Jr.; a brother, Don Renier, and a sister, Leona Schultz.

Survivors include her children Franki Haizlip (Trenton) of Midlothian, Texas, Deana Hines, Brian Bond, Robert Bond all of Joplin; grandchildren, Brooke Brown (Cody Oates) of Coffeyville, Kansas, Hailey Couch of Joplin, Hope Hines of Galena, Kansas, Chelsea Smith (Jared) of Midlothian, Carley Benninghoff (Jack) of Fayetteville, Arkansas; great-grandchildren, Becca Couch, Hermione Couch, Aurora Oates, Delaney Oates, Blayze Smith, and Jonas Hines; numerous nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and nephews including Michele Hanchett (Chuck) of Rogers, Arkansas.

Graveside services will be Thursday, August 5, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at Burkhart Cemetery, Racine, Missouri with Larry Danhke, Gospel Preacher officiating.

Priscilla Tuuth

(From Parker Mortuary)

Priscilla Aldan Tuuth, age 42, Joplin, passed away on Friday, July 23, 2021 at Freeman West of Joplin.

Priscilla was born March 12, 1979 in Saipan, Northern Mariana Island daughter of the late Al Aloysius and Maria Aldan. 

She grew up in the Micronesian Islands, and then moved to Hawaii where she attended the University of Hawaii, Hilo, Hawaii. She moved to Joplin in 2011. She enjoyed spending time with her family and especially spending time with Thomas.

In addition to her parents, Priscilla was preceded in death by a brother, Christopher Defan.

Survivors include her husband, Thomas Rosario; sisters, Melissa French and Duane of Fort Drum, New York, Samantha Tuuth and Bradley and Melissa Faimaw and Taylor all of Odessa, Texas; brothers, Francis Suemad of Micronesia, Paul Foneg, Jerry Taman, Edward Taman all of Guam, and John Taman of Hawaii; several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service will be Tuesday, August 3, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. in Thornhill-Dillon Mortuary Chapel with Pastor Alan McCamey officiating. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at Thornhill-Dillon Mortuary Chapel from 10:00 a.m. until service time on Tuesday.

Troy Nix

(From Parker Mortuary)

Troy Hamlin Nix, age 56, of Joplin, went to be with his heavenly father, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Troy, son of the late Ronald Nix and Ruby Yates, was born in 1965 in Rockledge, FL. He moved to Joplin at a young age and attended Memorial High School. Soon after, he attended and was a graduate of Florida State University. 

Troy worked for over 25 years in heating and air, owning and operating his own business in Joplin. He was known to be reliable, honest, and willing to help others sometimes offering services for free to those in need. When Troy wasn’t working, he enjoyed watching the New Orleans Saints Football, video gaming, and golfing.

Survivors include his lifelong love, Jacque Curl, of Joplin; his loving furry companion, “Vinny;” his uncle, Rick Nix, and his wife, Kay, of Florida; and numerous family members and friends that will greatly miss Troy.

Private family services will be held at a later date.

Cremation arrangements are under the care and direction of Parker Mortuary, Joplin.

Michael Pence

(From Mason-Woodard Mortuary)

I, Michael Gail Pence, was born in Ft. Wayne, Indiana on December 1, 1938. I went to my eternal rest on July 29, 2021, in Joplin, Missouri.

I graduated from Roanoke, Indiana High School in 1956 and Purdue University in 1960 with a degree in mechanical engineering.

I moved to Tulsa, Oklahoma in 1963, where I met the love of my life, Andrea Beth Melander. We were married on June 6, 1964. Our marriage was blessed with two beautiful children: a son, Bradley Michael; and a daughter, Sarah Elizabeth. Brad and his wife, Adriana, have a daughter, Valerie Marie, and Sarah has a son, Kai Michael.

For forty years I owned Electric Motor Supply. I was very active in our community. I worshipped at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, where my funeral mass will be celebrated on Friday, November 26 at 8:30 a.m., followed by a private committal of ashes.

Thanks for your love and friendship. We shall meet again. Memorial contributions may be made to the Pence-Hooks Family Scholarship Fund at MSSU.

Virginia Fox

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Virginia E. Fox was born October 9, 1932 in Pierce City, Missouri, the daughter of Francis and Catherine (Witt) Roetto. She entered into rest on July 29, 2021 in Neosho at the age of 88. 

Virginia married Robert Fox on October 17, 1959 and relocated to Iowa where they owned and operated a farm from 1959 to 1979, when they returned to Missouri. 

 

Virginia and Robert owned and operated Fox Package in Neosho until 2001 and Virginia also worked at Nicsinger’s until her retirement in 1990. She and her husband, Robert shared 55 years together before his death on April 24, 2013. 

Virginia is survived by her five children, Dana Eads and husband, Mike of Neosho, Janelle Dunaway and husband, Ron of Neosho, Mark Fox and wife, Caroline of Little Rock, Arkansas, Phillip Galt and wife, Kristie of Missouri and Tim Fox of Neosho; seven grandchildren, Tiffany and husband, Carter, Lauren and husband, Jake, Tori and husband, Jacob, Andrew, Mariah, Mary Claire and Ada; two great grandchildren, Joe Michael and Lucy Grace; sister-in-law, Rosie O’Neill and brother-in-law, Bernard Burger. 

In addition to her husband and parents, she is preceded in death by four older brothers, four older sisters and one younger sister.

Virginia's family wished to extend their sincere appreciation for the special care givers and staff at Freeman Neosho Hospital provided to her.

ROSARY SERVICE

Clark Funeral Home - Neosho
Tuesday, August 03, 2021
5:30 PM
312 S. Wood St.
Neosho, Missouri 64850

Following the rosary service, the family will receive friends until 7 pm.

FUNERAL SERVICE

St. Canera Catholic Church
Wednesday, August 04, 2021
10:00 AM
312 S. Wood St.
Neosho, Missouri 64850

Interment will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery, Pierce City, MO. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Virginia may be made to St. Canera Catholic Church, c/o Clark Funeral Home, PO Box 66; Neosho, MO 64850

Galen Estes

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Galen Neil Estes, 65, Diamond, passed away on July 28, 2021, at his home. He was born October 8, 1955, in St. Charles, Missouri, son of Earl Estes and Donalda (Glarner) Estes. 

Galen moved to the area in 2006 from the St. Louis area. He worked as a Machinist for John J Stueby; he enjoyed fixing things and was an avid fisherman. 

Galen is survived by his children; Samantha (Michael) Byers of Diamond, Missouri, Keith Estes of Carthage, Missouri; a sister; Marsha Fitzsimmons; grandchildren; Emily Byers, Colton Byers, Abaigail Byers, Shayla Estes, and Paityn Estes.

His remains have been taken for cremation; no services are planned at this time.

Bonnie Brandt

(From Derfelt Funeral Home)

Bonnie Louise (Darlington) Brandt, age 75 of Oswego, passed away at 2:30 PM on Tuesday, July 27, 2021 at Labette Health of Parsons following complications from Covid.

Bonnie was born in Fort Scott, KS on May 4, 1946 to the union of Paul F. Darlington and Thelma L. (Wilson) Darlington. She spent most of her childhood in the Pittsburg, KS area and attended Pittsburg Schools.

Bonnie and David L. Brandt were married on December 15, 1962. He preceded her in death on December 5, 2014 after almost 52 years of marriage.

She worked for the Oswego School District in food service until she retired after dedicating 42 years. During this time, Bonnie created many lifelong friendships that she held close to her heart.

Bonnie was a caring and devoted mom, grandma, and friend. If you knew Bonnie, you loved her. Her infectious smile and laugh could brighten any room. Bonnie enjoyed going to all of her grandchildrens’ school and sporting events. She loved supporting and being with her family during all of their life journeys. Sundays were always reserved for family lunch that was usually followed with a game of Yahtzee, a Hallmark movie, or a Chief’s game. Grandma’s house was the best place to play games and make memories. Bonnie also loved the occasional casino trip and traveling to new places any time she could.
There are so many wonderful traits Bonnie was known for, but the greatest one was her heart. She accepted everyone into her family with open arms and loved them so deeply. You couldn’t leave her house without a hug or hang up the phone without an “I love you.” Bonnie lived a life she loved with a family who will forever be thankful for her.

Survivors include one son, Jeff Brandt of Lawson, MO; two daughters, Leah Miller (Jeff) of Joplin, MO, and Missy Brandt of Oswego; two brothers, Dean Darlington and Pete Darlington; one sister, Pauline Badeaux; 8 grandchildren, Randi, Zack (Mattie), Hilary, Jake, Sydney, Brianna (Trey), Ally, and Brooke; 8 great-grandchildren, Trevor, Brandon, McKenna, Alec, Jase, Thomas, Madison, and Brody.
She was also preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Thelma Darlington.

Love you. Miss you. Goodbye

Mrs. Brandt has been entrusted to Derfelt Funeral Homes for cremation. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Burial of cremains will take place at Fort Scott National Cemetery.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.derfeltfuneralhomes.com. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory of Bonnie to SEK Humane Society.

Crystal Ward

(From Derfelt Funeral Home)

Crystal Nicole Ward, 32, of Seneca, MO passed from this life on Tuesday, July 27, 2021 at Freeman Hospital following injuries she sustained in a motor vehicle accident.

Crystal was born August 9, 1988 in Altamonte, Florida to Tony Lee and Nicole Ruth Rhoades. 

Crystal was a very loving, sweet, and compassionate young lady. She loved spending time at the river and creeks. She adored her three children and loved spending time with her family.

Crystal is survived by her parents, Nicole and Tony Rhoades; three children, Jazmine Ward, Brianna McMillian, and Jadin McMillian; four siblings, Heather Ward, Tony Rhoades Jr., Zack Rhoades, and Jamie Rhoades.

Crystal has been entrusted to Derfelt’s Baxter Chapel for cremation. Family will host and receive friends from 10:00 am- 2:00 pm., Saturday, August 14, 2021 at Schermerhorn Park. Online condolences may be expressed at www.derfeltfuneralhomes.com.

Dale Tapley

(From Adams Funeral Home)

Dale Richard Tapley, 62, lost his hard fought battle to COVID-19 on July 24, 2021 at 2:31 PM in Springfield Missouri. He was born July 6, 1959 in Carthage Missouri. Dale was the son of Arthur Richard Tapley and Janet Louise Gunn Tapley.

Dale graduated from Carthage High School class of 1977. Following graduation he went on to play college basketball at Navarro Junior College then onto Lewis and Clark College where he earned his Bachelors degree. 

He was able to enjoy several years of retirement as the Vice President of Marketing from Cox Communications but his most proud accomplishments were being a devoted Husband and Father.

Dale met and married the love of his life, forever soulmate, wife and best friend Cindy Carlson Tapley of 43 most blissful years.

In addition to his parents and loving wife he was survived by his children Ashley Tapley Nichol’s (Matt); Brian Tapley; Melody Ballou (Mark Frank’s); Toshua Ballou LeMeur (John) and grandchildren Raygan Whallon; Brady O’Donnell; Sophia and Samuel LeMeur, Taylor Frank’s his sisters Barbara Tapley Melton; Brenna Tapley Nichol’s (Greg) and many other extended family friends and loved ones.

Dale Tapley lived life to the fullest through simple pleasures like playing basketball, woodworking and creating beautiful pieces of furniture, cruising on his motorcycles, taking long rides in his vet, but mostly enjoying good food, friends, great conversations and a good book. Dale was truly an upstanding son, brother, father, cousin and friend with an uncanny ability to reach even a stranger he just met in a deep and positive way with his infectious personality, humor and unfaltering advice. He was most honorable to everyone who was blessed to know him.

A celebration of life will be held in Carthage Missouri this Sunday August 1st at Kascade Steakhouse 988 S Country Club Rd for 2:00 pm.

Beverly Moser

(From Mason-Woodard Mortuary)

Beverly L. Moser, age 77 of Duenweg, MO, passed away on Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at Freeman Hospital following an illness.

Beverly was born on July 26, 1944 in Joplin, MO., the daughter of Hugh and Bonnie (Hansford) Souder. She has been a lifetime area resident. Beverly worked as a seamstress for Miller Manufacturing for many years. She has been a lifetime member of the Diamond Grove Christian Church.

She married John Moser on June 6, 1980, he survives. 

Additional survivors include two brothers, Gordon Souder and wife Rebecca, Carthage, MO, Harley Souder and wife Myrna, Riverton, KS; ten nieces and nephews, Janet, Debbie, Bruce, Lisa, Thomas, Andrew, Nathan, Priscilla, Matthew and Rhoda; her best friend and caregiver, Denise Woods; and many more loving great-nieces and nephews, cousins and numerous friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her sister, Willa Terry-Groth; and brother, Charles Souder.

Graveside services have been scheduled for 2:00 p.m. Monday, August 2, 2021 at Fidelity Cemetery. Gordon Souder will officiate.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Mason-Woodard Mortuary & Crematory.

Noreen Walker

(From Parker Mortuary)

Nelma Noreen Walker, age 91, Carl Junction, went to her heavenly home on Wednesday, July 28, 2021, with family by her side.

Noreen was born November 4, 1929, in Joplin, daughter of the late Homer and Beulah Sours. She attended Joplin High School, but health issues forced her to leave before completing her 12th year. School officials had asked her to please stay to complete the senior year because she was to be valedictorian of her class; however, she was unable to do so.

 

She was a pastor’s wife all of her adult life after marrying J.C. Walker February 25th, 1949. She was devoted to both her biological family and church family. She was a long-time member of Lone Elm Pentecostal Church where she was actively involved as music director, pianist, and church treasurer/secretary. She stayed constantly active in her roles until hospitalized July 3rd.

In addition to her parents, Noreen was preceded in death by her son, Terry Lee Walker in 2006; her sisters, Anita Matney, Nina Yarbrough, Nadine Couch and Norma Jean Walker; and, her brother, Wesley Sours.

Survivors include her husband of 72 years, Rev. J.C. Walker; daughter, Toni Lynn Burlingame and husband Bill of Joplin. Grandson, Brian Burlingame of Kansas City, Missouri. Grandson, Zachary Walker and wife Hannah of Carl Junction and great grandchildren Anora and Alayna Walker. She loved her step grandchildren, Brett Burlingame of Joplin, and Shawn Burlingame and wife Nerissa of Carl Junction, and great grandchildren, Alyssia and Dylan Burlingame.

Memorial services will be private due to the current COVID situation. A celebration of life will be announced at a later date.

Krista Cherry

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Krista Joy Cherry, 42, Granby, was called home on July 27, 2021, in Springfield, Mo. She was born May 31, 1979, in Joplin, Mo, daughter of Jim Nance and Dena (Lewis) Nance. 

Krista was a lifelong area resident. She worked as a teacher homeschooling, and was a song leader at church; she enjoyed sport cars, going to the lake, going to the movies, church, and most of all spending time with her husband and boys. She was a member of Granby Miracle Church. 

Krista married Kevin Cherry, August 31, 2002, in Neosho Mo, and he survives of the home. 

In addition to her husband she is survived by her parents; Jim and Dena Nance of Granby, Missouri; children; Austin Cherry and Aaron Cherry of the home; maternal grandmother; Wynonna Lewis of Granby, Missouri; paternal grandmother; Peggy Nance of Granby, Missouri; in laws; BJ and Glenda Cherry of Neosho, Missouri; numerous other family members and friends. 

She is preceded in death by her grandpas Denzil Lewis and Jerry Nance. 

Services will be held Tuesday, August 3, 2021, 10:00am, Clark Chapel of Memories Granby, Mo. Interment will follow at Hazel Green Cemetery Boulder City, Mo. A visitation will be held Monday, August 2, 2021, 5-7pm, Clark Chapel of Memories Granby, Mo. 

In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to Granby Miracle Church, c/o Clark Funeral Home, PO Box 26, Granby, Mo 64844.

Linda Whittle

 

(From Ozark Funeral Home)

Mrs. Linda Kay Whittle, 69, of Anderson, Missouri, departed this life on Wednesday, July 28, 2021, in the comfort of her home.

Linda entered this life on May 25, 1952, in Bentonville, Arkansas, born to the union of the late James Alfred and Wanda Mae (Mattingly) Townsend. She was raised and attended school in Bentonville. She resided in Northwest Arkansas until moving to Anderson, Missouri, in 1992. 

 On July 3, 1993, she was united in marriage to Ronald John Whittle and together they shared twenty-four years before his passing on January 12, 2018. Throughout her life she worked in the field of home healthcare. She loved her family, caring for others, had a heart for animals, enjoyed butterflies, hummingbirds and spending time in her flowerbeds.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Ronald Whittle; and two brothers, Dennis and Tommy Townsend.

Linda is survived by her two children, Debbie Olmstead and Keith Jones both of Anderson; two grandchildren, Brittany Anderson and A.J. Jones; two great grandchildren, Ava and Dennis Dewayne “Bubby”; a brother, Buddy Townsend of Seligman, Missouri; as well as a host of other family and friends.

Graveside services are 10:00 a.m. Monday, August 2, 2021 at Anderson Cemetery with Pastor Darren Robbins officiating. Those honoring her life by serving as pallbearers are Kevin King, Jamie Townsend, James Anderson, Robert Owens, Mike Whitley and Brittany Anderson. The family will receive friends on Monday morning at 9:00 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. On-line condolences may be sent to the family through our website, www.ozarkfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are under the personal care and direction of the Ozark Funeral Home in Anderson, Missouri.

Clyde Sanders

(From Ozark Funeral Home)

Clyde Lowell Sanders, 75, of Stella, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at his home following a long illness.

He began his journey on April 15, 1946 in Stella, Missouri, born to the late Walter Crave and Eva Merle (Durham) Sanders. He worked at McDonnell Douglas and American Airlines in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Clyde owned and operated Sanders Construction for 45 years. He enjoyed ranching, fishing and hunting. Clyde was a member of the Racine Christian Church in Missouri.

Clyde was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Linda June Sanders; brothers, Robert Sanders, Dennis Sanders, R.L. Sanders and Tony Sanders.

Clyde is survived by the mother of his children, Anne Crowder-Sanders of Pineville, Missouri; his children, Scott Sanders (Yvonne) of Stella, Missouri, Steven Sanders of Hattiesburg, Mississippi, Sara Orr (Randy) of Miller, Missouri, Angie Irwin (DeWayne) of Hoberg, Missouri; brothers, Gene Sanders (Carolyn) of Stella, Missouri, Donnie Sanders of Aurora, Missouri, Darrell Sanders of Anderson, Missouri; grandchildren, Tosha Armstrong, Bryan Anderson, Shawn Orr, Ben Orr, Leah Orr, Lily Sanders, Ty Irwin (Megan), Zack Irwin (Amy); great grandchildren, Kamara, Desmond, Jayden, Brody, Remington and Allayna; as well as a host of other family, friends and neighbors who will dearly miss Clyde.

Graveside Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 am on Monday, August 2, 2021 at the Union Cemetery in Stella, Missouri. Those honoring his life by serving as pallbearers are Zack Irwin, Ty Irwin, Desmond Armstrong, Jayden Armstrong, Shawn Orr and Ben Orr.

Memorial contributions in loving memory of Clyde Sanders may be given to the Michael J. Fox Parkinson's Foundation at Make a Donation | Parkinson's Disease (michaeljfox.org)

Ernestene Adams

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Ernestene Nina Adams, Neosho, passed away July 28, 2021. She was born September 13, 1930, and was an area resident most of her life. 

She worked at several area restaurants in the area and catering for Jim Livens auctions was her enjoyment. 

Ernestene loved hand making quilts, crocheting, and crafting. She enjoyed her Integrity Hospice staff especially Lisa, Judy, Alma, Tonya, Sharon, Tony and bath aid Angie. She was a graduate of Neosho High School. Ernestene was a member of the Patterson Heights Baptist Church Anderson, Missouri. 

In her last days, she was visited weekly by her special niece Carol Adams Whetzell and great niece Jennifer Mullin. Those visits were treasured by her. 

Ernestene is survived by five siblings; Eugene Adams of Neosho, Missouri; Joyce Harbour; Jerry Adams of Anderson, Missouri; Donald Adams of Lake Havisu, Arizona; Dolores Adams Brown of Neosho, Missouri; four children; Johnny Lee Frost of Seneca, Missouri; Darla Frost Hilliard Wyandotte, Oklahoma; Floyd Arthur Frost Grove, Oklahoma; Madelyn Kay Branch Neosho, Missouri; seven grandchildren; Charles Frost of Seneca Missouri; Kenny Frost of Anderson, Missouri; David Frost of Arkansas; Eddiy Hilliard of Omaha, Nebraska; Bruce Hilliard of Wyandotte, Oklahoma; Mike Branch of Neosho, Missouri Robin Branch O’Brien of Anderson, Missouri; nineteen great grandchildren; three great great grandsons. 

She is preceded in death by parents; sisters, Elnora Adams Childress; Elaine Adams; husbands; Floyd Frost, Norborn Branch, and Robert Talley Sr.; niece, Judy Rhinehart; sister in law, Martha Adams. 

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, August 3, 2021, 2:00pm, Clark Chapel of Memories Neosho, Mo. Interment will follow at New Salem Cemetery. A Visitation will be held Monday, August 2, 2021, 6:00-7:00pm Clark Chapel of Memories Neosho, Mo.

Tony Riggs

(From Mason-Woodard Mortuary)

Tony Gene Riggs, passed away peacefully, Thursday, July 22, 2021, just one month after he reached his 89th birthday.

Tony was born in Ridgely, TN and his family migrated to Southeast Missouri, where he lived until he met his wife, Sue Shirley. They married in the First Baptist Church in Caruthersville, Missouri and celebrated their 67th wedding anniversary in February.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Ezra and Docia, his brothers and sisters, Lanal, Donald, Connie, Wilma, Barney, Cecil, Elwood, Grace, and his grandson, Michael John Riggs.

Tony left behind his wife, Sue Riggs; 2 sons, Tony Michael Riggs and his wife, Teri, Dennis Elwood Riggs; 3 grandsons, Dennis Anthony, Jesse, and Jacob; 3 granddaughters, Katie, Emily, and Sarah; 13 great-grandchildren, Zoe, Ezra, Ruthie, Noah, Sofia, Ava, Anthony, Shellie, Kaylyn, Dominick, Hazel and Bentley; 2 great great-grandchildren, Hailey and Maycee; many nieces and nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends.

A celebration of life will be held, Saturday, July 31, 2021, 11 am at Southern Cremations and Funerals at Cheatham Hill. The family will receive friends prior to the service beginning at 10:30 am. Final resting place will be Friday, August 6, 2021, at 10 am, in Osborne Memorial Cemetery, Joplin, Missouri.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in memory of Tony to the CDC foundation. https://give4cdcf.org/.



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Michael Rowe

(From Fossett-Mosher Funeral Home)

Michael Wayne Rowe, Sr., age 70, of Ash Grove, Missouri, passed away on Tuesday, July 27, 2021, at his home. He was born August 24, 1950, in Kansas City, Missouri, the son of Arvil Wayne and Ethel (Garton) Rowe.

Michael was a 1969 graduate of Raytown South High School, in Raytown, Missouri and was a U.S. Army Veteran who served as a Green Beret during the Vietnam era. He was a graduate of Penn Valley Community College, in Kansas City, Missouri, where he received his associate degree in Fire Science and retired after 35 years as a fire fighter in Kansas City, Missouri.

On October 13, 1986, he married Elsie Mae Coursen, in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Michael is survived by his wife of 34 years, Elsie; two daughters, Angela Jaeger and her husband, Dan, of Osceola, Missouri and Kristi Crane, of Texarkana, Texas; five sons, Scott Davis of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, William Gibson and his wife, Willow, of Carterville, Missouri, Michael Rowe, Jr. and his wife, Michelle, of Liberty, Missouri, Robert Rowe and his wife, Megan, of Kansas City, Missouri and Chris Rowe and his wife, Emily, of Aurora, Missouri; one sister, Sondra Rowe of Miller, Missouri and 23 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

Michael was preceded in death by his parents, Arvil and Ethel; one son, John Rowe; one sister, Glenda (Rowe) Hill and one granddaughter, Jessica Jaeger.

A visitation will be held from 11:00-12:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 31, 2021, at the Fossett-Mosher Funeral Home, in Mt. Vernon with a funeral service to follow at 12:00 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Burial will follow at the Miller Memorial Gardens.

Memorial donations may be made payable to the Fallen Firefighters Memorial, in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be shared at www.FossettMosherFuneralHome.com.

Diana Parker

(From Knell Mortuary)

Diana Rosalee Parker, 64, Carthage, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, July 28, 2021, at Mercy Hospital Joplin, Missouri. Diana was born on November 14, 1956, in Carthage the daughter of the late Harold and Louise (Kleiss) Smith. She was a 1976 graduate of Carthage High School. 

She married James Parker on April 20, 1989, in Carthage; he survives of the home. She worked as a nurse for Avilla schools, and later as a secretary for the Harvest Community Church. She loved spending time with her family especially her grandchildren.

Survivors include her husband, James; her children, Chad Parker (Shasta), Riverton, Kansas, Nathan Parker (Alison) Anaheim, California, Brittany Driskell (William), Carthage, Tasha Parker, Carthage, Hanna Parker, Carthage, Charity Parker, Carthage, and Isabella Parker, Carthage; an aunt, Louise Maggard, Carthage; and 19 grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and two sons, Jammie Parker, and Adam Parker.

Services will be held at 10:00 am Saturday, July 31, 2021, at the Knell Mortuary. Burial will follow in the Fullerton Cemetery, Carthage. Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 pm Friday, July 30, 2021, at the Knell Mortuary. Contributions are suggested to the Harvest Community Church in care of the Knell Mortuary. Online condolences may be expressed through www.knellmortuary.com. Arrangements are under the direction and personal care of Knell Mortuary.

Kathy Schurman

(From Bath-Naylor Funeral Home)

Kathleen “Kathy” Marie McNally Schurman, 69, of Joplin, MO died Monday, July 26, 2021, at her home following an illness.

Kathy was born December 17, 1951, in Pittsburg, KS to Paul E. and Helen M. (Woolaver) McNally. She was a lifelong resident of the area and a graduate of St. Mary’s Colgan. She later earned her B.S. Degree in Nursing at Pittsburg State University and a Master’s degree at Central Michigan. 

On March 17, 1973, Kathy married Ron Schurman at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Pittsburg, KS; they later divorced, and he preceded her in death in May of 2018.

Kathy worked for many years at the former St. John’s Regional Medical Center in home care and quality assurance. For the rest of her career, she worked at Freeman Health System in Joplin, MO specializing in home health, risk management and customer satisfaction. While at Freeman, she was a recipient of the Freeman Excellence in Nursing Award. She retired in December 2015.

In her younger years, Kathy loved to play softball. Traveling the world and learning about history brought her much joy. Kathy never met a stranger, could talk to anyone, and was genuinely interested in other people. She was easygoing with a keen sense of humor and always quick with a smile. For Kathy, spending time with her family and friends and “outings” with her posse were times she cherished the most. She was loved by many.

Survivors include her daughter Monica Fleming and husband Mike of Leawood, KS; two granddaughters Anna Fleming and Josie Fleming; siblings Ginny Linin and husband Brent of Goodland, KS and John McNally and wife Deborah of Lenexa, KS; niece Kim Linin (Rich Devlin) and nephew Brian Linin (Janda) and their children.

Kathy was preceded in death by her parents.

A rosary will be recited on Sunday, August 1, 2021, at 4:00pm at the Bath-Naylor Funeral Home in Pittsburg, KS. Family will receive friends from 4:30-5:30 following the rosary.

Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, August 2, 2021, at 10:00 am at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church with Fr. Chris Rumback as celebrant. Burial will follow at the Highland Park Cemetery in Pittsburg, KS.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks expressions of sympathy to be in the form of memorials to Our Lady of Lourdes Memorial Fund. Friends may drop off or mail memorials to the Bath-Naylor Funeral Home 522 S. Broadway Pittsburg, KS 66762. Condolences may be left at www.bathnaylor.com.

Betty Lamb

(From Hedge-Lewis-Goodwin Funeral Home)

Betty Lamb traded her earthly home for her Heavenly home on Saturday, July 24, 2021.

Betty was born in Webb City, Missouri at 1517 Crow Street; 97 years later she passed away only four blocks from where she was born. 

In the meantime, she enjoyed living her life – she married, lived in three different states, raised a family, traveled across the world, and touched the hearts of practically everyone she met.

Betty was born on April 15, 1924 to Lewis and Opal Mulkins. Betty attended school in Webb City, graduating from WCHS in 1942. After high school, Betty worked some and played some; and on August 14, 1946 married a boy from Alba, Missouri even though her Mother warned her, “Don’t date that Don Lamb – he’s a smart aleck”.

Although Betty spent most of her life in Webb City, a wonderful season of living in Ouray, Colorado changed her life – and her family’s lives – forever. It still holds a special place in her family’s hearts today.

Family and church were important factors in her life. Her greatest joys in life were being home and raising her two boys, Jim and Mark, then watching her grandsons, Dustin, Jared and Derek, grow up. Betty also loved learning, reading, writing, and studying the Bible. For many years, she taught a popular Young Marrieds class at Frisco Church. She also loved sending cards to friends with poems she had written for their special occasion.

The love of music was a constant in Betty’s life. At the age of 12, she began accompanying congregational singing at the West Side Methodist Church. From that start, God blessed and increased her talent. Over the course of her life, she played for countless church services, funerals, weddings, church soloists, vacation bible schools, children’s church, and nursing home visits.

Betty lost her husband, Don, in 1983. During years following, she spent time volunteering with Adult Literacy and American Rehabilitation Ministries. She also worked for many years at PCG Printing.

Betty was preceded in death by her parents, Lewis and Opal Mulkin;, two brothers, Lewis, Jr. and Paul; and her husband, Don. She is survived by her two sons, Jim Lamb and wife, Janice, of Webb City, and Mark Lamb of Webb City; her three beloved grandsons, Dustin Lamb and wife, Kim, of Carl Junction, Jared Lamb and wife, Natasha, of St. Petersburg, Russia, and Derek Lamb of Webb City; and her three great-grandchildren, Connor and Sydney Lamb, of Carl Junction, and Carina Lamb of St. Petersburg. Betty is also survived by many, many others whose lives she touched.

A Life Celebration will be held Friday, July 30, at 10:30 a.m. at The Frisco Church in Webb City. A visitation reception will be held afterwards. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to The Frisco Church. The family would love to have you share your memories of Betty. Please mail to Mark Lamb, 1136 Oak Way, Webb City, MO 64870, or email to mlamb@whitlockco.com.

Doris Buck

(From Parker Mortuary)

Doris Ann Buck, age 84, passed away Tuesday, July 27, 2021.

No formal services are planned at this time. 

Cremation arrangements are under the special care and direction of Parker Mortuary.

Jerry Morey

(From Parker Mortuary)

Jerry Neal Morey, 80, of Joplin, passed away Wednesday, July 28, 2021.

Jerry was born January 30, 1941 in Galena, Kansas to the late Robert and Ruby (Stansberry) Morey. Jerry attended school in Carl Junction and later enlisted in the United States Army to proudly serve his country.

Jerry married Patricia Griffin on March 12, 1965 in Miami, Oklahoma. Together they shared 56 precious years together before his passing.

Jerry worked for 39 years at Missouri Steel and 14 years for the Joplin School District before retiring. His presence will be missed, but never forgotten.

He is lovingly survived by his wife, Pat; their children, Troy Morey, Shannon Morey (Christina), Aimee Morey and Derek Lincoln; grandchildren, Levi, Trevor, Tucker, Kinsey, Ben; as well as a host of extended family and friends.

In addition to his parents, Jerry was preceded in death by a brother, Bobby Morey.

Graveside funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, July 30, 2021 at Osborne Cemetery in Joplin with John Newberry officiating.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Parker Mortuary.

Melva DeLaMatter

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Melva Arlene Grife DeLaMatter was born on August 24, 1936 in Anderson, Missouri, one of seven children to Alvie Emil and Alice (Allie) Emma Brotherton Grife. She entered into rest on July 27, 2021 in the comfort of her home, following an extended illness at the age of 84. 

She was a longtime area resident and after the death of her husband, Ronald, she lived in several different states with her daughter and son-in-law before settling in Gentry, Arkansas. 

Melva loved her family, she never met a stranger and she loved everyone unconditionally. She enjoyed flowers and watching birds and was a woman of faith. She was a member of Splitlog Baptist Church. 

Melva married Ronald DeLaMatter on May 29, 1955 at Splitlog Baptist Church and he preceded her in death in 1988. She is survived by three children, Arlene (Mike) Bowers of Maysville, Arkansas, Cecil Harvey (Suzanne) DeLaMatter of Colcord, Oklahoma and Linda (Rob) Adler of Gentry, Arkansas; one brother, Floyd Stanley Grife; one sister, Jeanie (Butch) Nolan of Derby, Kansas; nine grandchildren; twenty great grandchildren; one great great grandchild. 

In addition to her husband, she is preceded in death by four sons, Ronnie, Carl, Truman 'Bud', and Jimmy; her parents; three brothers, Jim, Johnny and Vernie Grife and a sister, Faye Tuomala.

FUNERAL SERVICE

Splitlog Baptist Church
Friday, July 30, 2021
2:00 PM
3670 Splitlog Rd
Goodman, MO 64843

Interment will follow in the Banner Cemetery.

Jesse Harms

(From Parker Mortuary)

Jesse L. Harms, age 19, Webb City, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, July 24, 2021 while on a camping trip.

Jesse was born March 10, 2002 at Sedalia, Missouri, and grew up in Webb City where he graduated from Webb City High School in 2020. He then attended Franklin Tech before furthering his welding skills by graduating from Missouri Institute of Welding in Nevada, Missouri. He was a member of Frisco Church of Webb City, and enjoyed “big” trucks, and looking at and working on old cars. He was a lot of fun to be around, and will be missed by many.

He was preceded in death by a grandfather, Kent Harms, and a grandmother, Mary Miles.

Survivors include his parents, Keith and Beth Harms of Webb City, brother, Judah Harms; sisters, Gracyn Budd and Faith Harms all of Webb City; grandmother, Connie Ekhoff (David) of Cole Camp, Missouri; grandfather, Bill Miles (Katherine) of Nevada, Missouri; several cousins, and many friends.

Funeral services will be Thursday, July 29, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. in Frisco Church of Webb City with Pastor Matt Snyder, Brian Harris, and other family and friends officiating.

Interment will be Thursday, July 29, 2021 at 4:00 p.m. in Cole Camp Cemetery, Cole Camp, Missouri under the direction of Fox Funeral Home.

Lloyd Cunningham

(From Ulmer Funeral Home)

Lloyd Ivan Cunningham, 58, of Reeds, Missouri went home to be with his Lord in heaven on Monday, July 26, 2021. 

Lloyd was born to Ivan and Naydene “Wheat” Cunningham on March 29, 1963 in Carthage, Missouri. Lloyd worked as a rancher and worked at Schreiber’s for 37 years, his coworkers know him as Dizzy. He was a member of Bethany Baptist Church. He was born again at the age of 8 years old. He loved his cattle, his horses, and his dogs.

Lloyd was united in marriage by Melanie Campbell on April 29, 2010 at Bethany Baptist Church; she survives.

Lloyd is survived by his wife Melanie Cunningham, five daugthers Cassidy Block and husband Bryan, Ashley Lambeth and husband Matt, Brandee Guiheen and husband Sean, Jenna Yost, and Amy Gulick and husband Kurt; his parents Ivan and Naydene Cunningham; one brother Norman Cunninghame and wife Brenda; three sisters Brenda Bryant and husband Tom, Lisa Dunn and husband Kevin, and Rachel Peters and husband Jason; 13 grandchildren Aubrey Block, Lucas Lambeth, Tyler Lambeth, Austynn Block, Kaleb Lambeth, Ava Block, Rayden Guiheen, Corbyn Block, Paige Guiheen, Emmett Lambeth, Hudson Gulick, Owen Guiheen, and Maesyn Gulick.

Services for Lloyd are scheduled for 11:00 a.m. Saturday, July 31, 2021 at the Ulmer Funeral Home Chapel. A visitation will be held previously from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m on Saturday, July 31, 2021 at The Ulmer Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be at Jasper School Cemetery in Carthage, Missouri following the service.

Online condolences may be made at www.ulmerfh.com.

Arrangements are under the direction of Ulmer Funeral Home.

Donovan Daniel

(From Ulmer Funeral Home)

Donovan S. Daniel, 34 of Carthage, Missouri passed away on Sunday, July 25, 2021 at Cox South Hospital in Springfield, Missouri. Donovan was born to David Taylor and Connie “Parrigon” Daniel on June 22, 1987 in Joplin, Missouri. 

Donovan was raised in Stotts City with his mom and dad (Doug Daniel). He later moved to Carthage where he raised his family for the past 10 years. 

He worked for Commercial Metal Company in Joplin and was a member of the Forest Park Church in Carthage. He was an avid bow hunter, loved to fish, and working on cars, but his daughters Peighton and Ryleigh were his biggest love of all.

Donovan was joined in marriage to his high school sweetheart, Stefani McClure on October 6, 2012 in Mount Vernon, Missouri; she survives.

Along with his wife Stefani Daniel, he is survived by one son Trenton Breazzeal of Purdy, Missouri; two daughters Peighton and Ryleigh Daniel of the home; his parents Doug and Connie Daniel of LaRussel, Missouri and David and Lilly Taylor of Shell Knob, Missouri; five brothers; three sisters, and his grandmother Kathy Allen of Aurora, Missouri.

Services for Donovan are scheduled for 2:00 p.m. Friday, July 30, 2021 at the Ulmer Funeral Home Chapel. A visitation will be held the night before from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 29, 2021 at the Ulmer Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be at Oak Hill Cemetery.

Russell Harmon

(From Ulmer Funeral Home)

Russell Harmon, 57, of Carthage, Missouri passed away at 6:14 a.m. on Saturday, July 24, 2021 at Cox South Hospital in Springfield, Missouri. 

Russell was born to Leaford Greene and Trudy “Locke” Greene in Lamar, Missouri on August 27, 1963. He was a lifetime resident of Southwest Missouri. He worked as a mechanic for many years at Chad’s Garage in Carthage. Russell was a Mo-Kan Enthusiast and was very passionate about cars. He owned over 80 different vehicles in his lifetime, and could work on and fix anything with wheels.

Russell was united in marriage to Anna Root on August 26, 1994 in Miami, Oklahoma; she survives.

Along with his wife, Anna Harmon, Russell is survived by two sons Brandon Harmon of Avilla, Brett Spain and wife Heather of Carthage; two daughters Ashly Hunsaker and husband Rusty of Seneca, and Baelee Harmon and fiancée Justin Tandy of Carthage; one brother Shannon Greene of Carthage; one sister Julie Collings and husband Mark of Grove, Oklahoma; eight grandchildren Breeanna Spain, Connor Hunsaker, Owen Hunsaker, Isaac Spain, Sophie Hunsaker, Rhyder Harmon, William Spain, and Elise Hunsaker; several nieces and nephews; and a host of friends.

Russell is preceded in death by his parents Leaford and Trudy Greene and his sister-in-law Shannon Witt.

Services for Russell are scheduled for 10:00 AM Thursday, July 29, 2021 at the Ulmer Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be at Fasken Cemetery.

A visitation will be held the night before on Wednesday, July 28, 2021 from 6:00 to 7:00 PM.

Contributions can be made to the Russell Harmon Memorial Fund in care of Ulmer Funeral Home.

Online condolences can be made at www.ulmerfh.com

Arrangements are under the direction of Ulmer Funeral Home.

Anita Noel

(From Daniel Funeral Home)

Anita Estelle (Tallent) Noel passed peacefully into our Lord's arms on July 21st, 2021. She was born December 17, 1931 in Meyers, Arkansas and grew up on a 200 acre homestead in the midst of the Ouachita National Forest. 

Anita was the youngest of seven children of Alonzo and Avis Tallent, who made their home near Meyers Creek. She graduated from Lake Hamilton High School and attended the University of Arkansas, graduating in 1954 with a degree in Home Economics. While she was there, she lived in the 4H House, an experience that brought her many lifelong friends. 

After graduating from college, she took a position as a home demonstration agent with the gas company, conducting home and group demonstrations of gas appliances to customers in the Northwest Arkansas area. Later that year, she was introduced through a friend to her future husband Bob Noel. After Bob graduated from college in 1959, they moved to several different cities for his work with the FAA, including Atlanta, Oklahoma City and San Antonio before returning to Arkansas again. Their first daughter, Allyson came along in 1960, followed by Melissa in 1962 and their son Matt in 1966. They eventually moved to Lamar in 1969, building their family home in Lamar Heights.

Anita loved her upbringing in Arkansas, often telling stories about her family and friends, about Meyers Creek and all the things that came along with growing up in a time when, like many other families, they didn't have much. That upbringing taught her all about gardening, canning, cooking, sewing and many other skills. While they didn't have much, the family always worked hard and did what they could to help others. She put it simply, "We had our family and friends, we worked hard together and played together and enjoyed our lives. I don't remember any bad times."

Anita was proud to be a homemaker and especially made Bob happy with her home cooked meals. While her children were in school, she frequently worked as a substitute teacher in elementary through high school. She volunteered with Brownies, Girl Scouts, Cub Scouts and Sunday School. 

She was an accomplished seamstress and eventually opened a drapery shop in her home at which she worked for a number of years, making drapes and window treatments for many homes in the community and surrounding communities. She found great joy in service to others, whether it was serving in her church and clubs, delivering Meals On Wheels, or just serving anyone in need in addition to always being there for her family and friends. She had a true servant's heart.

Anita leaves a legacy defined by her faith in Christ, her deep love for her family, her kindness, and her care for others. She is preceded in death by her husband Robert, her parents, her brothers and sisters, Marshall, Paul, Audine, Clarys and Gladys. She is survived by her beloved sister, Juanita Tallent of Hot Springs, Arkansas; her children, Allyson Noel of Rio Rancho, New Mexico, Melissa Branson and her husband Rick of Overland Park, Kansas, and Matthew Noel and wife Joyce of Orange, California; five grandchildren, Adam Noel, Derek Noel, Bethanie Burandt, Rachel Branson and Faith Branson; five great-grandchildren and many beloved nieces, nephews and friends.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at Lamar United Methodist Church in Lamar, MO. The funeral service will be livestreamed on Lamar United Methodist Church's facebook page.

Visitation will be held at 10:00 a.m., until service time, Wednesday, July 28th, 2021 at the Church.

A short graveside service will be held Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at 3:00 p.m. at West Fork Cemetery in West Fork, Arkansas

Contributions are suggested and made payable to Lamar United Methodist Church or Good Samaritan Shop in care of Daniel Funeral Home.

Condolences may be shared at www.dfhlamar.com

Dale Howerton

(From Parker Mortuary)

Dale Edward Howerton Sr., age 59 passed away Sunday, July 11, 2021 at Mercy Hospital of Joplin.

Dale was born May 1, 1962 in Joplin, MO, son of the late William and Pansy (England) Howerton. His passion was drawing freehand. He loved listening to old school rock and roll music. When his back was feeling good you would occasionally find him bowling. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle and fishing. He loved eagles and mustangs.

Survivors include his four sons, Dustin, Justin, Dale Jr., and Jeremy; fiancé, Bessie Laturner; siblings, Wilbur Howerton and David Howerton; along with 25 combined grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Cremation arrangements are under the care and direction of Parker Mortuary.

James Dickey

(From Ozark Funeral Home)

James Lee Dickey Jr, known to many as “Junior”, passed away on July 24, 2021, at Webb City Health and Rehabilitation Center in Webb City, Missouri, at the age of 96. 

Before declining health necessitated his move to Webb City earlier this year, he had resided at his home in Anderson, Missouri, for over sixty years.

James was born in Leonard, Oklahoma, on February 6, 1925. The family moved often, and he grew up in Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Missouri before graduating from Pineville High School. He served in the Army Infantry in the South Pacific in WWII where he earned the rank of Tech-Sergeant, and in the Korean War where he received a Purple Heart for injuries received during battle. James worked at Western Electric and North American Aviation in California before returning to Missouri to work as a rocket engine tester at Rocketdyne and later Teledyne in Neosho. He then founded Dickey Oil Company and distributed Amoco Oil throughout McDonald and Newton Counties. James volunteered for many years with the Anderson Housing Authority. He was a life-long member of the Church of Christ, including the Church of Christ in Anderson before it closed in 2019, and then in Jane thereafter. He was happiest when surrounded by his family or while visiting with neighbors, friends, classmates, coworkers, customers, and fellow church members around town. He never met a stranger.



James was preceded in death by his parents, James Lee Dickey and Viola (Kilburn) Dickey, brothers Orpheus Dickey, Carl "Butch" Dickey, Clark Dickey, sister Fordean (Dickey) Crowder, and wife of 44 years and love of his life, Gladys “Corky” (Rogers) Dickey. He is survived by his three sons: David Dickey and wife Becky of Columbia, South Carolina, Roger Dickey of Pittsburg, Kansas, James Paul “JP” Dickey of Joplin, Missouri; daughter Linda (Dickey) Thompson of Springfield, Missouri; 8 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; brother-in-law Jack Rogers of Anderson, Missouri, and beloved nieces, nephews, friends, and neighbors.



Visitation will be Thursday evening, July 29, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, at Ozark Funeral Home in Anderson. Services will be conducted at Ozark Funeral Home on Friday morning, July 30, at 10:00 AM, with Tommy Burr officiating. Pallbearers will be Ethan Dickey, Alex Dickey, Nat Thompson, Dillon Thompson, Scott Sanders, and Ric Akehurst. Honorary Pallbearers will be Roger “Butch” Dickey Jr and Katie Thompson. Burial will be at Peace Valley Cemetery in Anderson. The family requests that all attendees wear masks. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to the Alzheimer’s Association at https://www.alz.org/.