Glenda Young

(From Greenfield Funeral Home0

Glenda Irene (Wright) Young of rural Everton, MO passed away quietly at home and went to be with her Lord and Savior on April 16, 2026 at the age of 75, after a courageous battle with cancer.

She was born June 18, 1950 to William Denzil and Irene (Russell) Wright in Lamar, MO. Glenda lived in Dade County, MO most of her life. She graduated from Greenfield High School with the Class of 1968. Glenda gave birth to two children, a son, Bradley Kent Wynes (June) and a daughter, Belinda Kaye (Wynes) Esper (Michael).

Glenda is survived by her husband, Clyde, of rural Everton, MO, with whom she enjoyed 24+ years of marriage, son, Brad Wynes (June), of Willard, MO, favorite son-in-law, Mike Esper (Belinda), of Greenfield, MO, her "sister" Trena Wright (Wayne), of Greenfield, MO, five grandchildren: Nick Wynes, Amber Alcorn, Cody Esper (Hailey), Darien Esper and Zach Esper, two great grandchildren, Belinda and Adelynn Thiem , two nieces, Katrena Wright and Katrisha Ritchie (Luther), great niece, Kelsey Ritchie, great nephew, Alan Ritchie and many other dear relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Denzil and Irene, both brothers, Harold Wright and Wayne Wright and her daughter, Belinda Esper.

Glenda surrendered her life to the Lord at an early age at Sharon Baptist Church. She was baptized on the same day as her two, older brothers in Lynn Branch the Summer of 1960. Glenda dearly loved Jesus and was prepared and eager to see Him face to face.

Among other places, she worked to support her family as an early employee of Pennington Seed, Dade County Nursing Home, Dupont-ETI and completed her work years with the US Postal Service. Glenda retired to care for her aging and infirm parents, which she did diligently until their passing.

Glenda was a warm, open-hearted and compassionate person, always putting other's needs above her own, even until the end. To know her was to love her. She enjoyed reading, gardening, watching the Chiefs and WNBA, going out to dinner with her friends, which was always more about the sharing of friendship than a meal. She enjoyed feeding and watching the birds and especially the hummingbirds. She loved animals, couldn't accept seeing a stray or abandoned animal going hungry and acquired most of her pets that way. 

While she wasn't particularly fond of cooking, when the cold weather came around, she would make gravy so her pets could have a warm meal. She made a hobby of collecting unique candle holders and enjoyed traveling to and exploring flea markets to find items to add to her collection. Glenda loved surrounding herself with generational and sentimental keepsakes. She especially loved her family, unconditionally and sacrificially, and was always there to help when needed. She will be missed by those who love her, more than words can possibly express.

She has chosen cremation with interment at Greenfield Cemetery under the care of Greenfield Funeral Chapel. There will be no public services. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital.

Joe Boyer

(From Campbell-Biddlecome Funeral Home)

Joe Allen Boyer, 65, Joplin, MO, passed away April 17, 2026 at Aspire Nursing Home in Joplin after an illness.

Joe Allen Boyer was born October 25, 1960 in Stella, MO the son of Roy Wesley and Clara Mae (Hudelson) Boyer. Most of his life he worked caring for the elderly in local nursing facilities.

He was preceded in n death by his parents Roy and Clara Boyer 4 brothers Bruce Huddleston, Guy Boyer and wife Debbie, Danny Boyer, Donald Boyer two sisters Jane Doty and husband Ray and Faye Whited and Vaungh.

Survived by one sister Jessie Eggelston (Geof), George Boyer (Ronda) three sister-in-law's Glenda Hudelson, Gloria Boyer, Nellie Boyer, his best friend Nancy Shaffer, numerous niece and nephews and his beloved dogs.

The body has been taken for cremation under the personal direction of Campbell-Biddlecome Funeral Home, Seneca, MO.

The family will hold a memorial graveside service at the Howard Cemetery in Goodman, May 2, 2026 at 10:30am.

Julia Kline

(From James Funeral Home)

Julia L. Kline age 56 of Leavittsburg passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side on Thursday April 16, 2026 at her residence. She was born on Feb. 12, 1970 in East Liverpool, OH the daughter of the late Charles Albert Wright and Arlene Ann (Jenkins) Wright. 

Julia lived in Leavittsburg since 2017 formerly of Wellsville, OH where she graduated from East Liverpool High School in the Class of 1988. She married the love of her life, John R. Kline Sr. on May 5, 2018 and they enjoyed 8 years of marriage together. 

Julia loved being a homemaker, a dog mother of many animals, and a born-again Christian. She loved her dogs, do crafts, rescuing animals, sewing, making wreaths, watching the Pittsburgh Steelers, collecting Freddy Mercury and Prince memorabilia. Julia is preceded in death by her parents, 1 sister: Kay Davis and 1 brother: Harry (Squeak) Watkins.

She is survived by: her husband: John R. Kline Sr. of Leavittsburg, 2 daughters: Jenna & Michael McCoy of Lisbon, OH, Brittani Kline of Warren, 2 sons: Jordan Smith (Skye Lowe) of Leavittsburg, Johnny & Stephanie Kline Jr of Seneca, MO, 3 sisters: Margie Henry of Arizona, Donna Watkins- Johnson of East Liverpool, OH, Jody Kireta-Wright of East Liverpool, OH, 8 grandchildren: Harlan, Kaeden, Keoni, Kyle, Amier, Christian, Ariyanna, DJ. and many nieces and nephews.

Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service for Julia will be at the James Funeral Home in Newton Falls on Tuesday April 21, 2026 at 6:00pm with Pastor Mark Blakeley officiating. Calling hours will be form 5:00- 6:00pm. The family has requested that all donations please be made to either: Healthy Hearts & Paws Project 909 Martin Luther King Blvd. SW Warren, OH 44485 or the Animal Welfare League of Trumbull County 812 Youngstown Kingsville Rd. SE Vienna, OH 44473 in her memory.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the James Funeral Home, 8 East Broad Street, Newton Falls, OH 44444 (330)872-5440. Family and friends may view her obituary online or to send condolences, please visit us at www.jamesfuneralhomeinc.com

Dustin Colson

Steven Dustin Colson passed away on Monday, March 30th, 2026 at Freeman West Hospital in Joplin, MO. 

Colson, as he was known to his friends, was born April 1, 1983, in Oklahoma City, OK, to Marilyn Denise Colson. Steven Dustin Colson was preceded in death by his Mother Marilyn Denise Blaney (Colson) and his beloved grandparents Buck and Alice Colson. 

Colson is survived by his son Jayden. Jayden was the apple of his eye from the day of his birth and Colson loved him with his whole heart. He is also survived by his uncle Don Colson and wife, Connie, and his aunt Sharon Riggs and husband, Warren, many cousins, his special friend, Jennifer Camren and numerous other friends that he loved like family. 

Colson was raised in Oklahoma City and graduated from Western Heights High School. He moved to Joplin, MO in his late 20’s and lived there for the remainder of his life. Colson attended One Church for several years and attended Joplin Full Gospel church the last several months and attended Proof Ministries after rededicating his life to Jesus. He fought against addiction for many years and was winning that fight, being sober the last 6 months of his life. Colson was loved by many and was surrounded by those who loved him in his last days.

Darrell Belcher

(From Derfelt Funeral Home)

Darrell Gene Belcher, age 87 of Oswego, passed away at 2:41 PM on Thursday, April 16, 2026. He was born on July 14, 1938 to the union of Carl Gene Belcher and Geneva Orvilla (Bain) Belcher. He had spent several decades living in Nevada, MO before moving to Oswego in the 1970's.

Darrell was an avid Kansas City Chiefs fan, and worked as a manager for Town and Country Grocery Store where he worked for nearly 30 years, and later ran Country Mart in Parsons before his retirement.

Darrell was united in marriage with Barbara Jean Rimmer on December 23, 1956 in Nevada, MO. She preceded him in death on April 4, 2022.

Survivors include two sons, Rick Belcher (wife, Robbie) Oronogo, MO and Randy Belcher, Griffin, GA; two daughters, Marsha Conrad, Oswego, and Sherry Brown, Owasso, OK; one brother, Duane Belcher of Oswego, KS; one sister-in-law, Patty Epps of Warrensburg, MO; 14 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at Newton Cemetery, Nevada, MO. Pallbearers will be Brandon Conrad, Dusty Conrad, Josh Belcher, Ryan Belcher, Buddy Belcher and Brady Belcher.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 – 8:00 pm on Monday, April 20, 2026 at Derfelt Funeral Home, Oswego, KS.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.derfeltfuneralhomes.com.

 

Ron Record

(From Ozark Memorial Park Crematory)

Ronald Lee Record, 82, of Joplin Missouri, passed away on April 14, 2026. He was born on November 16, 1943, to Terrell and Pauline Record in Joplin, Missouri. Ron attended Joplin High School, graduating with the Class of ‘61. He then went on to Jasper County Junior College to gain his associates degree. Post education, he served in the United States Army for six years where he was a mail clerk and worked in supply. After his role in the Army, he began working at First National Bank, AKA Mercantile Bank, where he served many notable roles including Mortgage Loan Officer, Deputy Comptroller, and Buildings and Securities. These positions led to meeting his now wife, Paula Trease.

The two married on April 20, 1997, and were together for nearly 29 years. After years at the bank, they both retired and decided to open their community’s beloved storefront known as, “Scrapbook Fever.” Both experienced and business-savvy but with Paula’s creative side and Ron’s technology side, this created a winning team in this space for close to 10 years. Ron was passionate about many things, but most notably for programming. He assisted many businesses with the transition from paper books to digital ones, programming it all himself.

Ron was an intelligent, witty, compassionate person with a healthy dose of friendly sarcasm. He was an exceptionally loved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. Ron is survived by his wife Paula, his daughter Leann (Randy, Colorado), stepchildren: Jason (Terri, Eldon), and Amanda (Joplin); grandchildren Jocelyn (Chayton, Columbia), Jaden (Kayla, Webb City), Isaiah, Caitlyn, Rowan, and great-grandchildren; Lancin, Coleson, Harlow, Cash, and Everly. He was preceded in death by his parents.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Monday, April 20th, a fitting date as this would have been Ron and Paula’s 29th anniversary. It will be held from 5-7pm at The Main Event in Joplin, Missouri (611 S Main St, Joplin, MO 64801) with full military honors to begin at 6:00 PM with a 21-Gun Salute to be performed in honor of his service in the Army.

Cremation arrangements are under the personal care of Ozark Memorial Park Crematory of Joplin, Missouri.

Bill Garten

(From Daniel Funeral Home)

William “Bill” Milo Garten, age 83, of Lamar, Missouri, passed away April 10, 2026, at Medicalodges of Nevada in Nevada, Missouri.

Bill was born January 18, 1943, in Maryville, Missouri, to Romaine F. Garten and Laura Marie (Ashford) Garten. He graduated from Maryville High School in Maryville, Missouri.

Bill dedicated many years of his career as a mechanic for Trans World Airlines (TWA) in Kansas City, Missouri. 

After moving his family to Lamar, he pursued his passion for automobiles by owning and operating Speed Merchants, an automotive restoration shop, as well as A-1 Mufflers. Bill had a deep love for classic cars and could often be found attending car shows and swap meets, where he enjoyed sharing his knowledge and enthusiasm with others. He was also a member of the Lamar Masonic Lodge.

Survivors include four daughters, Jeni Garten (Kenny Cox) and Kelly White (Mark), both of Lamar, Missouri, Shelly Howard of Winfield, Missouri, and Sherry Burkhammer of Kansas City, Missouri; eleven grandchildren, Lyndsey Gruber Chatfield, Kyle Gruber, Taylor Howard, Katlyne Howard Hoelscher, Daniel Howard, Brooke White Brewer, Luke White, Zachary Griffith, Nicholas Burkhammer, Haden Garten, and Brandon Garten; as well as fourteen great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his son, Mark Garten; grandson, Grant Broughton; sister, Laura Garten Penton-Williams; and brother, Robert Garten.

A private family burial will be held at a later date.

Condolences may be shared at www.dfhlamar.com