Juanita Esiel

(From Ozark Funeral Home)

Juanita Clark Esiel, 48, passed on the morning of September 22nd, 2026, in Centerton, Arkansas. Juanita was born on august 8th 1978, in Pohnpei, Micronesia. She is the oldest daughter of Waldis Clark and Rosie Iohp. Survived by her brother, Waldis Clark Jr., sister Angie Clark Ioanis, sister Sushila Clark Johnson, and sister Rose McMichael. J

uanita married the love of her life, Ansper Esiel, on august 28th of, 1999. In August of 2004 they welcomed their first-born daughter, Leighanna. Then their son Dean in 2006 later moving to the states in 2009 then welcoming their final blessing Deanna in 2015.

Juanita is predeceased by her parents, Waldis Clark and Rosie Iohp, and her sister Carolyn Iohp

Having many dreams and being so optimistic, Juanita was able to go to college, majoring in business and administration. Memories of her included random dances with her kids, Joking, playful roasting, and many random acts of kindness. Juanita is known for being the rock, the glue, and the laughter of her family. She was very ambitious, patient, soft-spoken, and hardworking. To know her is to love her.

Funeral services for Juanita are on Friday, October 23, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Ozark Funeral Home in Anderson, Missouri. Burial will follow at 1:30 p.m. at the Howard Cemetery in Goodman, Missouri.

Trish Halvorson

(From Ozark Funeral Home)

Patricia Marie "Trish" (King) Halverson, 53, of Neosho, Missouri, passed away on Monday, October 19, 2026 at Mercy Hospital in Joplin, Missouri. 

No formal services will be held at this time. 

Cremation arrangements are under the care of Ozark Funeral Home in Anderson, Missouri.

Barbara Landrum

(From Backstrom-Pyeatte Funeral Home)

Barbara Kay Landrum, 56, of Siloam Springs, passed away Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at the Siloam Springs Regional Hospital.

Barbara was born on July 6, 1970, in Siloam Springs. She was the daughter of Norman "N.C." Danke and Gracia Mrytle Taylor Danke. She married Ronnie Landrum on April 21, 2001, in Gravette, Arkansas. Barbara was a homemaker but had worked for Tyson Foods in years past. Barbara was a wonderful person who loved to help people. She loved children, reading, animals, was an avid walker and an excellent cook. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Siloam Springs where she participated in many areas including the Seniors Choir.

She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Charles Curtis Danke.

She is survived by her husband, Ronnie Landrum of the home; one brother, Nathan P. Danke of Decatur, Arkansas; two sisters, Alice F Setter-Lowrie (Kenneth) of Ardmore, Oklahoma, and Patricia Ann Lasure (Justin) of Seneca, Missouri; along with many other family members and friends.

A Memorial service will be held at the First Baptist Church in Siloam Springs on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at 1:00pm. Burial of cremains will follow at the Coffelt Cemetery near Vaughn, Arkansas.

Backstrom-Pyeatte Funeral Home of Siloam Springs, AR is honored and privileged to be handling all final arrangements. To sign the online guestbook, order memorial trees or send flowers to the family, please visit www.backstrom-pyeatte.com

Larry Harris

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Larry G. Harris, 81, entered into rest on October 17, 2026, in the comfort of his home in Stark City, MO. He was born March 29, 1945, in Stella, MO to Harold and Cynthia (Poor) Harris.

Larry married the love of his life Maxine (Poe) Harris in May of 1964 and she survives. He is also survived by his children Melissa Brunner and husband Rob, Marla Harris and boyfriend Darin, and Sam Harris and wife Shelley; grandchildren (8) Tyler White and wife Cassie, McKenzie Hofheins and husband Justyn, Milton Brunner, Georgia Mae Harris, Adaline Harris, Cecilia Harris, Amza-Rae Harris, and Polly Harris; great-grandchildren (1) Lilianna White.

He is preceded in death by his parents Harold and Cynthia (Poor) Harris; brother Terry Harris.

Larry met the love of his life in school at Fairview, MO and shortly after graduation they moved to Clovis, NM where he worked on the Santa Fe railroad for 15 years before retiring to come back home to farm where he spent the remainder of his life. He enjoyed farming and traveling with his wife. He was a lifetime Elks Club member of 57 years.

Private family services will be held at a later date.

Brady Johnson

(From Ozark Memorial Park Crematory)

Brady D. Johnson, 56, of Webb City, MO passed away on October 12, 2026.

Brady loved fishing, foraging for mushrooms, and anything to do with the woods and the outdoors. He also loved giving from his heart to any and everyone he was able. He graduated from The Road Men’s Recovery in Webb City in 2021 where he met his best buddy, George Jones.

Through George, Brady was introduced to his niece, Angela Abbott whom Brady lived with for the final 6 years of his life. Together they shared a dog, Toby, who was a great joy in their lives.

He is preceded in passing by his parents, Dutch Johnson and Delores.

He left behind his son, Kyler Duayne Johnson, 34, of Fayetteville, AR; Aaron, Kadi, Azlynn, and Everette Jones of St. Louis, MO; Melissa Abbott of Noel, MO; and many friends and loved ones.

He is no longer in pain, but in the precious arms of Jesus. Thank you, Heavenly Father.

Arrangements in care of Ozark Memorial Park.

Norma Pennel

(From Buchanan Funeral Home)

Norma C. Pennel, 84, of Verona, MO, passed away Thursday, October 15, 2026 with her son and husband by her side at home.

Norma was born October 9, 1942 in Redlands, CA to Menon and Lois (Tince) Yerton. After graduating high school, she married Clifton Caldwell. To this union three children were born. While raising her family, she went to nursing school, graduating with a LPN degree and later worked in nursing homes to support her family while living in different towns in the state of Washington. She later moved to Monett in 2006 to be close to family members. This had always been a dream of hers.

In 2003 she met and married Darrel Pennel. Norma just celebrated her 84th birthday on October 9th.

She is survived by two daughters and one son, Tammi, Houser and husband Kevin of Mount Vernon, WA, Lori, Rosser and husband Drew of Bellingham, WA and Bryan Caldwell of the home; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; one brother, Dan Yerton, and one sister, Barbara, both of California; one sister-in-law, Foy Yerton of Yuma, AZ; and a host of cousins relatives and friends.

Norma is also survived by four stepsons, four step-grandchildren; and five step-great-grandchildren.

She will be greatly missed by all her family and all who knew her. We know she is in a better place and rejoicing, walking, talking and having a wonderful time in heaven.

She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Dale Yerton.

Her wish was to be cremated and her ashes to be spread in Deception Pass in Washington State. No services are planned at this time. A possible celebration of life and memorial will be announced at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to Buchanan Funeral Home, Monett, MO.

Harry Brown

(From Buchanan Funeral Home)

On Friday, October 9, 2026, Harry Jay Brown was called for his final great adventure. He was known for his Big Fish type tales that his family and friends will remember fondly and with mixed emotions. Like the movie, his stories contained some truth with lots of embellishments for entertainment’s sake. Amusingly enough, there wasn’t ever a story about an actual big fish. His tall tales will be remembered by everyone who knew him. We all heard about his 1954 Dodge Dart that was a supercharged, flat head, in-line 6 that beat everyone in his hometown of Duncan Oklahoma.

Born on August 27, 1944, he grew up there with his only sibling, his sister, Bette. They were born to the late Harry J and Claudia Brown. The story goes that he ran moonshine and drove so fast under the restaurant over I 44 that he felt the drag.

In 1970 he married the love of his life, Joan F Cremer (Susie.) After some time in Española, NM where he owned a parts store and Susie owned a yarn/craft store, they moved to Monett, MO. They remained there with their seven children where Harry retired as a Planner for Tyson Foods and Susie was the Choir Director for First Christian Church. Although they scattered across the county as adults, his large family got together regularly for holidays where they were regaled with tales of cartel wedding catering, stunts from torpedoes shot from submarines, high ranking honors and special achievements, and dreams of a hotel/restaurant/bar/convention center that we were all sure would never happen but secretly scared he would try.

Claudia (Scott), Mary (Mike), Harry (Jen), Elizabeth (Steve), William (Jess), Abigail (Steve), and Kaarl (Cassie) all loved their dad while still being mortified by his lack of fashion sense in socks and sandals. His grandchildren, Zarchary, Kay, Aiden, and Isabel will all miss their Pop while they wonder what was true but not actually caring as it was just how their grandfather told stories. He gave memorable wedding blessings (IYKYK) and we will forever remember when we all sang Love Shack with Harry Karaoke. His show was a memory of the Black Kettle that will live fondly with us all. He was so proud of his family and was only disappointed that we all quit drinking as much But that was just because he loved making infused liqueurs of which the vanilla was everyone’s favorite. He consistently mixed up and packaged the family’s seasoning salt, affectionately called Whoopie Dust, for everyone in the family every Christmas. If everyone’s present that he told was “on order” starts coming in, Susie is going to drown in deliveries. But that may be preferable to the gifts such as Scott’s hoe that he received for his birthday that Harry immediately put him to work on the yard with. Despite all the stretched truth, Harry had some amazing true adventures. He was a rodeo clown, standup comedian, volunteer fireman, polio survivor, and generous friend. He loved Susie with all his heart and would do anything for her. He looked out for her to the very end. He had charisma and charm and we will never forget his big personality. “You’re like Santa Clause and the Easter Bunny combined, just as charming and just as fake.” Will Bloom, Big Fish

A Celebration of Harry's life will be at a later date. Memorial contributions can be made to the First Christian Church, Monett, MO. Arrangements are under the personal care and direction of Buchanan Funeral Home, Monett, MO.