Lanny Mosley

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Lanny Gene Mosley went home to his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on April 28, 2026. He was born on February 7, 1968, to Carl Gene and Thelma Ruth (Sappington) Mosley in Neosho, Missouri. He leaves behind his wife of 38 years, Paula Kay Mosley and a son, Matthew Gene Mosley.

Lanny Mosley is remembered by his love for the Lord, his deep love and duty to his family, and his generosity towards all that he met. Lanny Mosley was a hard worker and an entrepreneur. He spent his childhood working on his grandparents’ farm, a fact that he took pride in his whole life. Later he spent many years traveling the country finding locations for vending machines, visiting most of the continental United States. 

After working various other jobs he founded Hillbilly Outlet in Neosho Missouri, the store beginning as a thrift store, selling various knickknacks before transitioning into furniture and finally in its final iteration with appliances. His transition from a thrift store in Neosho to a multi-store refurbished and scratch and dent appliance store with a fleet of trucks was one of his proudest moments and proved that anyone can accomplish their dreams with enough hard work.

Lanny never knew a stranger and loved to talk and meet new people. He was generous to a fault, helping many people out over the years be it buying them a meal to helping them pay rent and other expenses and never expected anything back. Lanny enjoyed going to auctions and garage sales and was always looking for bargains.

He was deeply loved by his family and friends and will be greatly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. He would want those who he has left behind to trust in Jesus Christ as their personal Lord and Savior and to work hard for their family. 

He is proceeded in death by his daughter, Stacy Ann Sluder; his parents, Carl and Thelma Mosley; maternal grandparents, Doyle and Evelyn Sappington; his uncle, Sam Sappington; and many cousins.

Visitation will be held from 1:30 – 2:30 pm on Monday, May 4, 2026, at Clark Funeral Home in Neosho, Missouri. Funeral service will immediately follow at 2:30 pm, also at Clark Funeral Home. Lanny will be laid to rest at Neosho Memorial Park Cemetery in Neosho, Missouri.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Teen Challenge c/o of Clark Funeral Home P.O. Box 66 Neosho, Missouri 64850.

Donnie McBride

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Donnie Charles McBride went to be with his Lord on April 30, 2026, at the age of 88. Donnie was born in Rondo, Missouri, on September 19, 1937. He was the last of 11siblings. His parents were John Irvin and Essie L. (Smith) McBride.

Donnie grew up in the Rondo/Flemington area and attended Humansville High School. He met the love of his life, Betty M. MacDonald, and they were married in Tijuana, Mexico, in 1963. Due to US law, they had to be remarried in California in 1964. Donnie and Betty were twice-married in two different countries and shared 63 wonderful years as husband and wife.

He was always a patriotic man who was proud to have served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. After his active duty, he continued to serve in the US Army Reserves. While in Los Angeles, he worked for the Los Angeles Police Department in the parts department and also worked evenings at Skypower Gas. He and his growing family relocated to Southwest Missouri in 1968, where he worked for Dan Stanley Ford while attending night school to become a machinist. He was later employed by FAG Bearings and Teledyne. He retired from Premier Turbines and, for fun, inspected parts at Cooper Gears well into his 80’s.

Donnie was a kind person who was a friend to all. He was a morel mushroom hunter, a crossword puzzle worker, and a sports fan, especially baseball. He was a Dodgers fan to his core, but also cheered on the Royals.

He is survived by his wife, Betty; their children, Don McBride (Shirley) of Neosho, Missouri, and John McBride (Joyce) of Minnesota; granddaughters, Jessica Lingenfelter (Seth) and Sarah McBride; one great-grandchild, Oliver; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Essie McBride, his 3 sisters, and his 7 brothers.

Visitation will be Monday, April 4, 2026, from 5:00 – 7:00 pm at Clark Funeral Home Chapel of Memories in Neosho, Missouri. The funeral service will be at 2:00 pm on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, also at Clark Funeral Home in Neosho. He will be laid to rest at Oakwood Cemetery in Neosho, Missouri.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Failful Friends of Neosho, c/o Clark Funeral Homes P.O. Box 66 Neosho, MO 64850.

 

Dora May Hines

(From Parker Mortuary)

Dora May Hines, 94 of Carl Junction, passed away on April 29, 2026, in Joplin, MO. She was born on December 15, 1931, in Greeley, Colorado to the late William and Katherine (Olson) Burrows.

She graduated from Wann High School in 1950. After graduation, Dora May devoted much of her working life to the care of others. She served as a CNA at a nursing home and in home healthcare, where her compassion and steady presence brought comfort to countless people. She had a true passion for taking care of the elderly, and she approached that calling with patience, dignity, and genuine love. Her work was more than a job. It was a reflection of who she was at heart. She understood the value of a gentle hand, a listening ear, and a kind word, and she gave those gifts freely to the people in her care.

On September 30, 1952, Dora May married Bob Hines in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. They later moved to Carl Junction where they resided for 60 years. Together, they raised 5 wonderful children.

Those who knew Dora May will remember her as a woman who was funny, witty, feisty, caring, and loving. She had a spirited personality and a way of speaking that could brighten a room and bring a smile to those around her. Her sense of humor and quick wit made her a joy to be around, while her feisty nature gave her a strength that others admired. Beneath that lively spirit was a deeply caring heart, one that showed itself in the way she treated others with respect, tenderness, and unwavering concern. Dora May also had a style all her own, and she was often recognized by the hats she loved to wear. That simple signature became part of her identity and reflected the grace and confidence with which she carried herself.

Dora May is survived by her children; Tom Hines, Jim Hines, Jeff Hines, and Pam Stewart (John); grandchildren, Tammy, Travis, Aimee, Jeremy, Dillon, Chad, Doug, Jason, Jessica, James, Renn, and Mechelle; and numerous great-grandchildren.

Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her loving husband, Bob Hines; son, Doug Hines; siblings, Emett, Elsie, Doyl, Chet, Howard, Everett, Dale, Donald, Hope, Harvey, Wayner, Florence, Ernie, Alfred, and Opal.

A funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at Carl Junction Cemetery in Carl Junction Missouri. Dora May will be available to view at the mortuary on Friday, May 1st at noon through Saturday, May 2nd at noon. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Helping Hands of Carl Junction.

Arrangements are under the direct care of Parker Mortuary in Joplin, MO.

Robert Gray

(From White Funeral Home)

At 88 years of age, Robert Frank Gray, a long‑time and faithful member of the Monett, Missouri Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses, fell asleep in death on April 30, 2026. His unwavering confidence in Jehovah’s promise of a resurrection and a peaceful earthly paradise sustained him throughout his life.

Robert is survived by his loving wife, Gwen Gray, of Monett, Missouri. They were married for 66 years, a lifetime marked by loyalty, tenderness, and shared faith.






Robert’s greatest joy was preaching the good news of God’s Kingdom. Whether in the ministry or in everyday conversations, he eagerly shared the comforting truths he learned from the Bible. Everyone who knew him felt his warmth, sincerity, and genuine love for people. He was known for his simple but powerful reminder: “Listen, obey, and be blessed.” And that is exactly how he lived.

Robert would want everyone reading this to know about the real hope the Bible offers — a hope that brings comfort to millions today. He often shared scriptures that explain:

- That the dead are “asleep,” resting safely in Jehovah’s memory (John 11:11)
- That Jehovah promises to bring them back through a resurrection (John 5:28, 29)
- That soon, “death will be no more” and the earth will be restored to paradise conditions (Revelation 21:3, 4)
- That God’s Kingdom is the solution to all human suffering (Matthew 6:10)

These promises, highlighted on JW.org, were the anchor of Robert’s faith — and they remain a source of comfort for all who look to Jehovah for strength during times of loss.

Robert lived with the quiet confidence that he would one day awaken to a world filled with peace, health, and joy. Until that day, he rests in Jehovah’s loving memory, awaiting the moment when Jesus calls and “all those in the memorial tombs” come out to live again on a paradise earth.

He will be deeply missed — but never forgotten

Arrangements are under the direction of White Funeral Home and Crematory.

Dewey Rinker

(From Fossett-Mosher Funeral Home)

Dewey Lane Rinker, age 89, of Mt. Vernon, Missouri, passed away at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at the Mt. Vernon Place Care Center. He was born April 28, 1937, in Chesapeake, Missouri, the son of Arlis and Estell (Roach) Rinker.

Dewey was a 1955 graduate of Mt. Vernon High School. He worked for Dayco Products in Springfield, Missouri, and later owned/operated a Radiator Shop in Mt. Vernon, Missouri. He enjoyed golfing and working on lawn mowers.

On December 1, 1973, he married Judy Ellison, in Miami, Oklahoma.

Dewey is survived by his wife of 52 years, Judy; two daughters, Debby Stone of Mesa, Arizona and Karen Carl of Chesapeake, Missouri; three sons, Dwight Rinker of Mt. Vernon, Missouri, Richard McSwain and his wife, Jenny, of Excelsior Springs, Missouri and Thomas McSwain and his wife, Anitta, of Mt. Vernon, Missouri; nine grandchildren; twenty great-grandchildren; three great-great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Dewey was preceded in death by his parents, Arlis and Estell; three brothers, Eugene, Billy Ray and Lowell Rinker and three sisters, Olive Reynolds, Lueda Elliott and Fern Phillips.

A visitation under the direction of Fossett-Mosher Funeral Home in Mt. Vernon will be held from 2:00-3:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at the Living Water Church in Mt. Vernon with a funeral service to follow at 3:00 p.m. at the church. Burial will follow at the Campground Cemetery.

Online condolences may be shared at www.FossettMosherFuneralHome.com.

  

Betty Warkentien

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Elisabeth 'Betty' R. Warkentien was born on October 18, 1927, in Rockford, Illinois, the daughter of George E. and Alice K. Carroll Lund. She entered into rest on April 30, 2026, in Joplin, Missouri, at the age of 98. 

Betty moved to the Anderson, Missouri area in June 1974, from Rockford, Illinois. She worked at Hudson Foods for many years as a line worker until her retirement. 

Betty and Lloyd Warkentien were married on May 2, 1945, and he preceded her in death on October 10, 1986. 

She is survived by a son, Lewis Warkentien of Anderson, Missouri and grandchildren, Nisa Johnson, Luke Tripodi, Peter Tripodi, Matthew Tripodi and Scotty Fann. 

In addition to her husband and parents, she is preceded in death by a daughter, Laura Tripodi Fann on December 9, 1991, and two brothers.

Melissa Tucker

(From Fossett-Mosher Funeral Home)

Melissa Frances Tucker, age 73, of Mt. Vernon, Missouri, passed away at 12:35 p.m. on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at her home. She was born February 6, 1953, in Springfield, Missouri, the daughter of Vincen “Vic” and Pauline (Smith) Baldwin.

Melissa spent her early childhood in Chesapeake, Missouri, where she cherished time with her dear friend Janice. Together they rode bikes and enjoyed her beloved horse, Target. 

Recently, they reconnected and shared many fond memories from those early years. Melissa was especially close to her Grandma Dolly and often spoke warmly of their time together. She was surrounded by many friends and family during her youth and was baptized at Chesapeake Baptist Church. Later, she became a member of the First Baptist Church in Mt. Vernon, where she served in the children’s choir. Melissa was also a Girl Scout and later gave back as a Girl Scout Leader. Her love of music was evident throughout her life, as she participated in both band and vocal music, playing guitar and trumpet.

Melissa graduated from Mt. Vernon High School in 1971. She dedicated 30 years of service as a Respiratory Therapist at the Missouri State Chest Hospital in Mt. Vernon. In 1972, she became a mother to her son, Jason Jacob Tucker.

After the loss of her son, Melissa continued to share her love and care with others, becoming a mother figure to many. She opened her home to those in need, embodying generosity, and kindness. Melissa loved visiting with people and never met a stranger. Her warm spirit and giving heart will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

She is survived by her brother, Darrel Baldwin and his wife, Judy, of Mt. Vernon, Missouri; one niece, Kristy (Chris) Bork of Gallatin, Tennessee; three nephews, Dana Baldwin of Dallas, Texas, Derrick (Kelly) Baldwin of Grand Junction, Colorado, and Dustin (Heather) Baldwin of Republic, Missouri and her adopted family, Robbie and Crystal Richardson of Mt. Vernon, Missouri.

Melissa was preceded in death by her parents, Vic and Pauline Baldwin, her son, Jason Tucker and her brother, Delyle Baldwin.

A visitation will be held from 1:00-2:00 p.m. on Monday, May 4, 2026, at Fossett-Mosher Funeral Home, in Mt. Vernon, with a funeral service to follow at 2:00 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Burial will follow at the Campground Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made payable to Whosoever or to the Campground Cemetery in care of the funeral home.

Online condolences may be shared at www.FossettMosherFuneralHome.com.