Lisa McAnally

(From Meadors Funeral Home)

Lisa Earlene (Wilson) McAnally, 61, of Crane, Missouri, passed away peacefully at Mercy Hospital in Springfield, Missouri, on February 8, 2026, after a long illness, surrounded by loved ones. Lisa was born on July 19, 1964, in Springfield, Missouri, to Hershel and Wilma Louise (Mitchell) Wilson.

Lisa will forever be remembered for her kind heart, caring spirit, and infectious laughter. She had a gift for conversation and could brighten any room she entered. Her warmth and compassion were felt deeply by everyone that knew her.






Lisa is survived by her husband Kirk McAnally, son John Tyler McAnally of the home, step-son Jimmy McAnally and his wife Autumn, granddaughters Savannah and Eva McAnally, all of Stark City, Missouri, step- daughter Cheryl McAnally, grandson Adam Card and his wife and son Beau Card and great-grandson Theodore Card, all of Monett, Missouri, sister Cathy Andrus of Hurley, Missouri, brother Johnny Wilson and his wife Rhonda of Aurora, Missouri, twin brother Lynn Wilson and his wife Lisa of Aurora, Missouri, mother-in-law Darlene McAnally of Nixa, Missouri, brother-in-law Cary McAnally and wife Marla of Rogersville, Missouri, sister-in-law Julia Cogdill and husband Scott of Joplin, Missouri and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Lisa was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents Alexander and Nellie Wilson, maternal grandparents Earl and Paulina Mitchell, parents Hershel and Louise Wilson, brothers Jerry, Jimmy and Richard Wilson, sisters Mary Diane Smith, and Penny Wilson, brother-in-law Skip Andrus and father-in-law Jim McAnally.

Cremation will be under the direction of Meadors Funeral Home, Republic, Missouri. Online condolences may be made at www.meadorsfuneralhome.com

Connie Veach

(From Simpson Funeral Home)

Connie Marie Veach, age 63, of Neosho, MO, passed into the loving arms of God due to complications from a minor surgery at 2:00 PM on February 12th, 2026 in her home.

She was born on December 27th, 1962, in Citrus Heights, CA to Richard and Francis Thouvenell.

Connie graduated from Webb City High School in May of 1981and lived and worked in the Joplin/Webb City area her whole life.

She spent 25 years working with her best friends Debi Trahin and Rayella Lindsay hand crafting dental appliances at The Unique Dental Lab in Webb City. She is also fondly remembered by the hundreds of area youths she supervised at Keely's Silver Wheels skating rink in Joplin.

Connie will be remembered for her generosity of spirit, her constant kindness, her sunny outlook in all weather and her love for absolutely everything. She was the brightest star in the sky for everyone who knew her. She will be lovingly remembered and badly missed by all those fortunate enough to have known her.

Connie had a deep passion for cooking and was really good at it. She will be remembered for the lavish meals she would effortlessly prepare in her home, often feeding twenty or more people.

Connie loved her vegetable garden and cultivated flowers wherever they would grow. Both in the ground and in the hearts of those she loved.

Connie treasured the young men and women she supervised in her capacity as the Lead Sterile Processing Tech at Freeman Medical Center. She was a compassionate and effective leader and is deeply loved by everyone who knew her.

She was the love of her husband's life and the apple of his eye. Connie and Gary were married on June 5th 2021 at the Civil War Ranch in Carthage MO. They lived a rich life in a peaceful, loving home in rural Neosho and traveled together extensively. Connie and Gary visited forty-four states and had countless adventures. Always ready for another trip, they had made plans to visit many more places in the coming years.

She is survived by her husband Gary Veach, her daughter, Mandy Freeman (son-in-law Chris Freeman), her daughter Brandy Mann (son-in-law Tom Mann), her son Brad Ogle, (Daughter-in-law Kara Ogle), her stepson Austin Veach and seven grandchildren, Ethan Freeman (Ruby De Jesus), Evan Freeman, Garritt Mann, Delaney Freeman, Addy Mann, Jaxon Ogle and Connor Ogle. Two great grandsons, Layne Freeman and Mason Freeman, her Sister Cindy Thouvenell-King as well as a vast number of friends and coworkers.

Connie is preceded in death by her Father Richard, her mother Francis and two brothers, David and Gary Thouvenell.

Connie and Gary regularly attended the Crossbar Cowboy Church in rural Neosho.

Services will be held at Simpson Funeral Home in Webb City, A public visitation will be held at 2:00pm. The funeral service will take place on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at 10:00am at the same venue.


In the spirit of celebrating Connie's life and sharing memories, the family encourages friends and relatives to visit www.simpsonfh.com. Here, you can leave your recollections of Connie and upload photos to her memorial page. Services are under the direction of Simpson Funeral Home.

Ray Harding

(From Parker Mortuary)

Ray Stowers Harding was born January 29, 1927 to Joseph F Harding and Nellie Lee Vance Harding In Pittsburg, Kansas. He attended Joplin Schools, Graduating in 1945. He enlisted in the Army Air Corps, had Basic Training at Keesler Field in Biloxi, Mississippi, and the Air Corps Signal School at Scott Field in Belville, Illinois being assigned to the 30th Bomb Wing at Erlangen, Germany. 

After returning home, he married Marjorie Eileen Crews. They both graduated from Missouri University at Columbia, Missouri. Ray was employed by the J.I. Case Company in Racine, Wisconsin, as a mechanical engineer, retiring in 1986.

Surviving are daughter Linda Smart, and son Greg Harding (Pat), of Reading, Pennsylvania, brothers, Robert (Bob) Harding, of St. Louis, Missouri, Dad, William J. (Bill) Harding, Joplin, Missouri; grandchildren, Colin Copriati (Jennifer), Asch Hawthorn, Christopher Harding, Emily Harding Turner (Quinton), and Joseph Harding; nieces, Nancy Lynn Harding Haupt, Kathy Leigh Harding, Deborah Joe Harding Lawson (Jay), and Donna Sue Harding Coupe.

Graveside services are planned for Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. at Ozark Memorial Park Cemetery, Joplin, Missouri.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary, Joplin, Missouri and Henninger Funeral Home in Reading, Pennsylvania.

Rhonda Hall

(From Ozark Funeral Home)

Rhonda Ava Hall, age 55, passed away peacefully at her home in Anderson, Missouri, on Thursday, February 12, 2026. She entered this life on April 9, 1970, in Neosho, Missouri, the youngest of four daughters born to the late Wilford and Jewell (Leckner) Brazell.

A lifelong resident of the area, Rhonda graduated from McDonald County High School in 1988, where she was an active member of the Drill team. Her love story began when she married, James Hall, on October 21, 1989. Their union was blessed with a son, Kyle, who brought immense joy to Rhonda's life.

Besides being a devoted homemaker, Rhonda worked at La-Z-Boy in Neosho and later for H&R Block in Rogers, Arkansas, where she worked in quality control.

An avid collector, Rhonda's home was a treasure trove of memories and cherished items, each with its own story and place in her heart. Her love for movies was well-known, as she could often be found quoting her favorite lines and discussing the latest releases. Rhonda's adventurous spirit shone through in her love for horseback riding, a hobby that allowed her to connect with nature and experience the freedom she so cherished.

She is survived by her husband, James Hall of the home; one son, Kyle Hall of Anderson, Missouri; two sisters, Kerry Spears of Anderson and Terri Allen of Indianapolis, Indiana; as well as a host of other family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; and a sister, Debbie Brazell.

Funeral services are 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at Ozark Funeral Home in Anderson, Missouri, with Melvin Anders officiating. Burial will follow at Union Cemetery near Longview, Missouri. The family will receive friends on Tuesday evening from 5-7:00 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Arrangements are under the care of Ozark Funeral Home in Anderson, Missouri.

Darla Channel

(From Midland Cremation Society)

Darla Jean Channel passed away on February 4th. 

She was born August 19th, 1965 to Peggy and Herbert Channel. 

Darla is survived by her mother Peggy Carpenter. Two brothers, Dennis Channel of Raytown Missouri and Douglas Channel of Waterloo, Iowa. 

She is preceded in death by two brothers. Randy Lee Burris and Darren Christopher Channel. 

A celebration of life for Darla will be Sunday February 15th at 2 oclock at the Aspire Nursing Home, formerly Joplin Health and Rehabilitation. 2218 West 32nd Street. Joplin, MO.

Ron Bennett

(From Campbell-Biddlecome Funeral Home)

Ronal G. Bennett, 86, Seneca, MO, passed away February 12, 2026 at the Seneca House Nursing Home after an illness.

Ronal Gene Bennett was born November 30, 1939 in Seneca, MO the son of Luther Oren Bennett and Dolly Ruth (Gensike) Bennett. Ronal had lived in the area all his life. He was a 1958 graduate of the Seneca High School. Ron worked as a barber at Bennett's Barber Shop in Seneca, he drove for Jefferson Lines in Joplin, Gale Webb Transportation and owned and operated the former Seneca Milling. 

Ron was a 32 degree Mason and a member of the Blue Lodge # 241 in Neosho, MO. He served on the Seneca Cemetery Board for many years and served as the Seneca Cemetery Sexton. Ron loved history and knew several generations of families.

Ronal Gene Bennett married Sandra S. Hall December 16, 1961 and she preceded him in death March 7, 2021. He was also preceded in death by his parents, his siblings Mary Elizabeth Fort, William George Bennett, Ruth Ann and Twyla Forslund.

Survivors include one son, Mark Bennett and wife Kathy; one grandson Cody Bennett and wife Kristi, Seneca; one sister, Phyllis Gillespie; great-granddaughters, Kimber, Kynlee and Khloe.; A host of extended family and friends.

Graveside service will be held at 10:00 am, February 17, 2026 at the Seneca Cemetery with Truman Brady officiating.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made Faithful Friends 11281 East Highway 86, Neosho, MO 64850.

Ben Perrin

(From Fohn Funeral Home)

Benjamin T. "Ben" Perrin, 73, of Topeka, passed away on Tuesday, February 10, 2026. He was born June 14, 1952, in Amery, Wisconsin, the son of Richard E. and Eleanor E. (Marschall) Perrin.

Ben graduated from High School in the Philippines. He served in the U.S. Army as a cook and then as a firefighter. His career spanned 21 years, 11 months and 18 days before retiring with a rank of SP4. He later retired from the USDA following 10 years of employment. He was a member of the American Legion Capitol Post #1.

Ben married Debra (Deb) Heston on February 9, 2015, in Cassville, Missouri. She survives. Other survivors include his mother, Eleanor Perrin and his siblings, Robert (Juliet) Perrin and Pattee (Gary) Stensgaard all of Cheyenne, Wyoming. Also surviving are his brother-in laws, Kenneth (Sue) Heston, Purdy, Missouri, Paul Heston, Exeter, Missouri and sister-in-law, Cindy Heston, Jenkins, Missouri.

Ben enjoyed fishing with his friend Larry, tinkering in his shop, and traveling to Southwest Missouri, Cheyenne, Wyoming or Turtle Lake, Wisconsin where he considered his home. Ben’s pride and joys were their 4 Fur Kids, Piper Rose, Kenzie Marie, Marshall Gene and Ms. Wealthy Wiggles.

Ben was preceded in death by his father Richard, his brother Scott, and his first wife, Chong.

Ben will lie in state and the family will receive friends from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. Monday, February 16, 2026 at Dove Southeast Chapel, 2843 SE Minnesota Ave. Graveside services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at Mount Pleasant Cemetery in Butterfield, Missouri.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA), PVA National Processing Center, P.O. Box 758589, Topeka, Kansas 66675-8542.