Karen Pyron

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Karen Lynette Galloway Pyron went home to be with the Lord on June 2, 2023, after a lengthy Illness. She was born to Freal and Leona Galloway on July 27, 1951 in Kansas City, MO. 

On November 13, 1971, she married Jim Pyron and God gave them over 51 years together. 

She leaves behind her husband, two children and five grandchildren. Her son, Dr. Luke Pyron and his wife, Rachel and two children, Lane Pyron and Lance Pyron of Carthage, MO and daughter, Jennifer Pyron Cupp, her husband, Jared Cupp and their children, Madelyn Cupp Brock, Eli Cupp and Lydia Cupp, all of Diamond, MO.

 

Karen graduated from Missouri Southern University in Joplin. She also attended Northeast Missouri State University (now Truman University) and also Oklahoma Christian University and Harding University. She did Masters work in Psychology at Pittsburg State, but decided not to finish so that she could concentrate on mothering and her family (her greatest joy in life), keeping a Christian home and having time to help others.

She was preceded in death by her father, Freal Galloway. Her mother, Leona lives in Edina, MO. She leaves two sisters, Sherry Todd of Bonner Springs, KS and Belinda Carpenter of Fayetteville, AR and two brothers, Kim Galloway of St. Louis, MO and Brent Galloway of Olathe, KS. In addition, numerous cousins, nieces and nephews survive.

She was a member of the Rocketdyne Road Church of Christ in Neosho, Missouri.

Karen was one of the purest examples of unconditional love you will ever see. She delighted in being able to do things for other people. Everything from food preparation, sewing, making and repairing clothing and especially encouragement.

Her biggest trademark was her big, beautiful smile. Everyone who knew her commented first on that attribute.

She loved the Lord with all her heart, soul and mind and He has taken her home. She is truly missed by all those left behind.

The family will receive friends Wednesday evening, June 7, 2023 at the Clark Funeral Home, Neosho, from 5 pm to 6:30 pm. Memorial services will be held on Thursday, June 8, 2023 at 1 pm at the Rocketdyne Road Church of Christ. Contributions in memory of Karen may be made to Fairhaven Children's Home, Restoration Life or the Rocketdyne Road Church of Christ Benevolent Fund, c/o Clark Funeral Home, PO Box 66; Neosho, Missouri 64850.

Glenda Pugh

(From Parker Mortuary)

Glenda May Pugh, age 76 of Joplin, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 2, 2023 at Joplin Health and Rehabilitation. Glenda was born December 26, 1946 in Holton, Kansas to the late Ralph and Iva Lytle Johnston. 

The family moved a short time later to the Lamar area where she graduated from Lamar High School with the class of 1964. It was that she met and married her high-school sweetheart, Fred Pugh in 1966 just before Fred went off to serve his country.

After Fred’s service was completed, they moved to Joplin where they have resided for over the last 50 years. Glenda worked at LaBarge Manufacturing prior to having kids. While raising their two children, Glenda stayed home and became a homemaker and then eventually retired from J.C. Penny in Joplin. Before her health begin to decline, you could find Glenda outside enjoying gardening, planting flowers and taking her daily walks.

Glenda is survived by her husband, Fred of the home; son, David Pugh of Huntsville, Alabama; daughter, Vicki Pugh of Neosho; a close nephew, Brent Beard of Webb City and many friends they have come to know throughout the years.

Other than her parents, Glenda is preceded in death by her siblings, Ralphie, Robert, John and Betty.

A memorial visitation will be held Friday, June 16th between the hours of 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. at Parker Mortuary.

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

Betty Bigbee

(From Greenlawn Funeral Home)

Betty was born May 29, 1925 in Vernon County to L. Boyd Hauser and Anna Purcell Hauser. She passed away peacefully at home on May 27, 2023 at the age of 97.

After graduation from Sheldon High School, she moved to Springfield to attend business school. Betty’s first job was in the office of Heer’s Department Store. Later she was the bookkeeper for Wilson Furniture on Commercial Street.

Betty married Clifford Bigbee Sept. 19, 1948, and they shared 43 years until his death Nov. 14, 1991.

When their four children were young, she was a stay-at-home mom, busy with school and church activities. A longtime member of High St. Baptist Church, she served several years in the children’s department. In later years she worked as a secretary for Williams and Doling Schools, retiring in 1987.

Besides her husband and parents, Betty was preceded in death by three brothers, Wiley, Roger, and Elton Hauser. Survivors include one son, Dan Bigbee and wife Kelly, Springfield; three daughters, Kathy Wingo (Richard), Springfield, Elaine Landmark (Jim), Evansville, IN, Annette Miles (Steve), Washington, MO; 14 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren; a sister, Patricia Gordon, Springfield, a sister-in-law, Jean Hauser, Lamar, and eight nieces and nephews.

Services are under the direction of Greenlawn Funeral Home North with burial in Clear Creek Cemetery. Visitation will be on Sunday, June 4, 2:00-4:00 PM with funeral services on Monday, June 5, 10:00 AM.

Jarrett Bruton

(From Mason-Woodard Mortuary)

Jarrett Bruton, age 55 of Neosho, Missouri passed away Thursday June 1, 2023. He was born April 13, 1968 in Muskogee, Oklahoma to Jim and Jo Ann (Childress) Bruton.

He was a Navy Veteran and a sales representative for The Sherwin-Williams Co. His favorite pass times included hunting, fishing, being outdoors, and on the water. He was an OU Sooners enthusiast, loved to BBQ, spend time with his family, and reminisce about good times.

Jarrett is survived by his father James C. Bruton, his son Erik Bruton and wife Alexis, his daughter Hannah Bruton, his sister Julie Bruton and husband Jeff, his grandchildren Jaxsyn, Mia, and Elijah, as well as numerous extended family and friends.

He is preceded in death by his mother Jo Ann (Childress) Bruton.

A memorial visitation will be held from 2:00-3:00 pm Saturday June 10, 2023 at Mason-Woodard Mortuary. He will be laid to rest in Haskell, Oklahoma. Arrangements are under the direction of Mason-Woodard Mortuary & Crematory Joplin, Missouri.

“Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am.” - JOHN 14:1-3

Renee Bellairs

(From Daniel Funeral Home)

Renee Marie Bellairs, age 60, of Clinton, Missouri passed away May 31, 2023.

Renee was born August 13, 1962 in Joplin, Missouri to Phillip Bellairs and Rita Sue (Veale) Bellairs.

Renee loved bowling, dressing up and listening to music and dancing, especially to the Bee Gees and Abba. She was so excited that she got to see the band Foreigner in concert a couple of years ago. 

Renee loved crafting, coloring and art, as well as working in sheltered workshops. She was very involved in the Special Olympics for over 20 years. Renee was of the Baptist faith and enjoyed singing in a choir.

Survivors include her mother, Rita Comer; her brother, James Bellairs and his wife Amy of Joplin, MO; a step-brother, Bobby Comer and his wife Becky of Adrian, Missouri; two step-sisters, Trish Morris and her husband Russ of Grain Valley, Missouri and Claudia Horn of Joplin, MO; one niece, Sarah Bellairs and two nephews, Jordan Bellairs and Chris Comer.

Renee was preceded in death by her father, Phillip Bellairs and her stepdad, Don Comer.

A visitation will be held from 12:00 - 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at Daniel Funeral Home in Lamar, MO. A private burial will be held.

Contributions are suggested and made payable to the Special Olympics in care of Daniel Funeral Home.

Condolences may be shared at www.dfhlamar.com

Kay Winningham

(From Daniel Funeral Home)

Carolin "Kay" Winningham, age 77, of Lamar, Missouri passed away May 31, 2023, at Truman Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Lamar, MO.

Kay was born October 17, 1945 in Lamar, MO to James Edward Winningham and Helen Marie Dorsel (Davis) Winningham.

Kay worked at O'Sullivan's, first in the paint department and then retiring from the customer service department. She was president of Ladies Aglow. She loved horses and flowers. Kay loved children and her family. She was a member of the Lamar Assembly of God Church and loved the Lord Jesus.

 

Survivors include her brother Jack and his wife Barbara Winningham of Lamar, MO., and her sister, Maxine Bruffey of Joplin, Missouri, as well as extended family members and friends.

Kay was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Jimmie Winningham and Ricky Winningham; and two nephews, Skylar Winningham and Jeremy Winningham.

A graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, June 5, 2023 at Memory Gardens Cemetery in Lamar, MO.

Contributions are suggested and made payable to Breast Cancer Foundation in care of Daniel Funeral Home.

Condolences may be shared at www.dfhlamar.com

Keaton Fare

(From White Funeral Home)

Keaton Fare, age 14, of Cassville, Missouri, passed away on May 31, 2023. Keaton, son of Tristan Fare and Alicia Allridge Parsons, was born on May 9, 2009, in Berryville, Arkansas. 

Keaton attended Cassville Middle School and graduated from the 8th grade on May 11, 2023. 

 Keaton lived his young life to the fullest, from his horse “Blueberry” to wrestling, baseball, and riding his dirt bike. He loved babies and helping the elderly; he spent time every day with his great-grandmother. He was an advocate for the less fortunate. 

Keaton loved and adored his older brother Kamryn. He also loved working on the farm. Every day was a new adventure for Keaton; he never missed a beat, and never met a stranger.

Survivors include his father, Tristan Fare, of Jenkins; his mother, Alicia Allridge Parsons and her fiancé, Jake Parsons, of Eagle Rock; three brothers, Kamryn Fare, and Ryleigh Fare, both of Cassville, and Kade Parsons, of Eagle Rock; grandparents, Anita Carr and her husband Mike, of Cassville, Pamela Allridge, of Golden, Dave Aldridge of Eagle Rock, and Steve Fare, of Exeter; great-grandparents, Helen Harris, of Cassville, and Sue Fare of Exeter; four aunts, Brandy Lauderdale and her fiancé Travis Russell, of Jenkins, Rachel (Lucas) James, of Exeter, Teresa Sorensen and her husband Rob, of Cassville, and Rayanna Fare, of Monett; two uncles, Skylan Fare, of Purdy, and Shayden Fare, of Springfield; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, June 6, 2023, at 1:00 P.M. at the Cassville Middle School FEMA Building, located next to the parking lot in front of the football field in Cassville, with Pastor Jerry Yarnall, Pastor Jeff Fugitt, and Doug Fare, officiating. 

Burial will follow at the Clio Cemetery in Jenkins. The family will receive friends on Monday, June 5, 2023, from 5:00-8:00 p.m. at the White Funeral Home & Crematory, Cassville, Missouri.

Memorials may be made to the Keaton Fare Scholarship Fund and entrusted to the White Funeral Home & Crematory, Cassville, Missouri.

Arrangements are under the direction of the White Funeral Home & Crematory, Cassville, Missouri.