Sara Broaddus

(From Simpson Funeral Home)

Sara Rebecca Broaddus (Mahurin), known to many as Becky, lived her life with a loving spirit that was as loyal as it was inspiring. Born on September 15, 1950, in Webb City, Missouri, Sara's journey came to a peaceful close at her daughter’s residence in Webb City, Missouri on April 9, 2026. Her life story is a testament to the power of love, resilience, and the indomitable human spirit. Sara devoted her life to her family, making their needs her utmost priority.

Sara was an exceptional woman who infused her everyday life with the extraordinary. Her spirit was vibrant, a trait she displayed in her dedication to her family. Sara was the personification of the quote, "The heart of a home is a mother whose love is warm and true, and home has always been 'sweet home' with a wonderful mother like you." She was the guiding star for her family, leading them with her unwavering love and support. When she wasn't busy taking care of her family, Sara found joy in traveling, watching her children and grandchildren's sporting events, and immersing herself in the world of books.

Sara was predeceased by her beloved husband, Stephen Broaddus, whom she married on March 8, 1974; her father, Jimmie Mahurin; and her brother, Mike Mahurin. She leaves behind her loving mother, Virgie Mahurin; her daughters, Melissa (Kenneth) Ginn, Terri (Joe) Walker, and Lori (Harold) Taylor; her siblings, Vikki Bastings and Jack Mahurin. Sara's legacy continues to live on through her grandchildren, Brittney (Kleber) Alves, Dallis (Michael) Schaetzel, Amanda (William) Vester, Stephen Ginn, Sam (Libbey) Randles, Brooke (George) Datum, Liam Taylor, and Laney Taylor; and her great-grandchildren, Jack Alves, Gino Alves, Lelan Powers, Elijah Schaetzel, Jackson Vester, Isaac Vester, Charlie Vester, Luke Datum, Hunter Randles, and Riley Randles.

Services are under the direction of Simpson Funeral Home. The family encourages relatives and friends to visit www.simpsonfh.com to share photos and memories of our beloved Sara. Her memory will continue to inspire and guide us, and her love will forever be ingrained in our hearts.

Kathie Browne

(From Buchanan Funeral Home)

Kathie Jean Browne, age 76, of Monett, MO, passed away on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at Cox South Hospital, Springfield, MO.

Kathie was born on December 13, 1949, in Lamar, MO, the daughter of Robert J. and Leatha Lee (Brannan) Browne. She graduated from Lamar High School Class of 1967 and then furthered her education at SMS in Springfield, MO, earning her degree in Speech Therapy. Kathie taught at Stockton, Reeds Spring and Wheaton Schools throughout her career. She was devoted member of the First United Methodist Church, where she married her husband, Larry Brown, on February 18, 2022.

In her leisure time, Kathie found joy in working on crossword and jigsaw puzzles, displaying her sharp mind and engaging spirit. Her altruistic nature shone brightly as she generously volunteered at organizations such as Compassus, First United Methodist Church, and the Senior Center.

Kathie will forever be cherished by her husband, Larry; two step-sons, Shawn Brown and wife Rachelle and Jason Brown and wife Darcy; one step-daughter, Heather Breedlove and husband Justin; step-grandchildren, Deidre, Adelyn, Emerie, Jacob, Joshua, Josie, Jaxson, Nathan, Sean and Ethan; one brother, Steve Browne and wife Mary Ellen of Springfield, MO; one sister-in-law, Karla Browne of Carlisle, PA; four nieces and nephews, Andy Browne and wife Meli and daughter Mica, Conor Browne and wife Kaylie, Nora Goller and husband Holden, Kelly and daughters, Lily, Bea and Evie; and a host of extended family and friends.

While Kathie's physical presence is no longer with us, her memory will forever remain in the hearts of those she touched. She is reunited in eternal peace with her parents, one brother Scott Browne, one sister Julie Holland, and one niece Amber Holland. Kathie's legacy of kindness, compassion, and selflessness will continue to inspire all those who had the privilege of knowing her.

Memorial services for Kathie will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at the First United Methodist Church with Reverend Brian Smith officiating. The family will receive friends for a time of visitation beginning at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the First United Methodist Church. Arrangements have been entrusted to Buchanan Funeral Home, Monett, MO.

Shirley Lasiter

(From Buchanan Funeral Home)

Shirley Ann (Killman Spain) Lasiter, 75 of Ritchey, MO, went home to be with Jesus on Friday, April 10, 2026, at Cox Hospital in Monett, MO, surrounded by her loving family. She was born March 21, 1951. Her parents were Bill & Christina Spain of Monett. She grew up in Monett and graduated from Monett High School in May of 1970. She married Charles Ray Lasiter on May 9, 1970, and they shared almost 56 amazing years together.

She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, as well as a wonderful sister and friend to many. She loved gardening, crafts, being with family, and she was known for her beautiful homemade quilts. Shirley and her family attended Ritchey Baptist Church.

She is survived by her husband Charles Lasiter of the home. Her daughter Mischelle and husband Jack Campbell of Battle Creek MI; son Alex and wife Rachel Lassiter of Ozark, MO. Shirley was blessed with 6 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. 

She is also survived by two sisters, Laura (Tim) Booth of Mt. Vernon, MO and Pennie Spain of Aurora, MO. Two brothers, Billy (Sheila) Spain and Danny (Brenda) Spain all of Aurora, MO. Shirley had a host of family and friends including one special friend, Brenda Kauffman of Republic, MO.

Preceding her in death was an infant son Charles Ray Lasiter, her parents Bill & Christina Spain of Monett, MO and one sister Rosemary Frazer, of Mt. Vernon, MO.

A celebration of life will be held at Ritchey Baptist church on April 14, 2026, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Burial will be held at a later date at Antioch Cemetery in Cassville, MO.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Buchanan Funeral Home, Monett, MO.

Patty Jones

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Patricia “Patty” Ann Jones was the eldest of four children born to Loyd and Wynona Eldina (Purbaugh) Vance. She was born on October 18, 1938, on the kitchen table of the family home in Granby, Missouri. That house was later turned into a barn, and she never lived down that she was in fact, born in a barn. Patty passed away at home, surrounded by her loved ones, on April 9, 2026, at the age of 87.

Patty’s family moved from Granby to Diamond when she was two years old. She grew up in Diamond and graduated from Diamond High School with the class of 1956. She and William “Willy” Jones were wed on October 4, 1957, in Neosho, Missouri. Together they shared 62 years of life and love before Willy’s passing on July 9, 2020. 

 

For several years, Patty volunteered her time serving as the Secretary at Diamond Christian Church. Later, she took a job for the Neosho R-5 Public School District as the Secretary to the Elementary Education Director. Jeff and Tim were too afraid their teachers would go talk to their mom to cause too much trouble.

Patty was an active and dedicated member of Racine Christian Church. She considered the congregation of Racine, her second family. She was a quilting extraordinaire, and a member of the Soft Stitchers quilting group that met at Crowder. She loved the entire process from choosing the pattern, finding the perfect fabric, piecing it together, quilting the project, and finally gifting it to the perfect person. She never realized how talented she was and insisted on giving away her quilts instead of selling them.

Her family and friends will keep Patty’s memory alive for future generations with stories of fond times with her, and every time one of the quilts she carefully pieced together is used it will be a little reminder of her love.

Patty is survived by her two sons Jeff Jones (Donna Divine-Jones), and Tim Jones, both of Neosho, Missouri, 4 grandchildren, and 2 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Willy, and all 3 of her siblings.

A Memorial Visitation will be held from 5:00 – 6:30 pm on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at Clark Funeral Home Chapel of Memories in Neosho, Missouri.

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

Services are under the personal care and direction of Clark Funeral Homes.

Ted Brynds

(From Bath-Naylor Funeral Home)

Ted Joe Brynds, Sr. 84 of Cherokee, KS died April 7, 2026 at his home.

He was born January 7, 1942 in West Mineral, KS the son of William James and Lavana Pearl (Deckard) Brynds.

He attended area schools and graduated from the Cherokee High School.
On June 3, 1988 he was united in marriage to Arelva Melton; in Pittsburg; she preceded him in death February 4, 2026. Ted was previously married to Kathryn Crim, they later divorced. She also preceded him in death as Kathryn Simpson.

He was a longtime member of the Scammon Holiness Mission in Scammon and the Cherokee Gun Club.

Ted worked for B & L Sheet Metal for many years.

Survivors include a son: Ted Joe (Bonnie) Brynds, Jr. of Greenfield, MO; step-children include three daughters: Karen (Randy) Almond of Chanute, KS, Brenda (Danny) Younger of Kansas City, MO, Michelle (John) Rion of Scammon and Jeff Simpson of Cherokee; a brother Bill Brynds of Cherokee; along with numerous grand, great-grand and great great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, two brothers: Albert Brynds and Mark Lovell.

Memorial services will be 11am, Friday, April 17, 2026 at the Scammon Holiness Mission. Family will receive friends Thursday evening at the Bath-Naylor Funeral Home in Pittsburg from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. Burial will be at the Cherokee City Cemetery, Cherokee, KS. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to his church family, Scammon Holiness Mission, 1st Street and N. 6th Ave., Scammon, KS 66773.

Condolences may be left at https://www.bathnaylor.com. Services and arrangements are under the direction of the Bath-Naylor Funeral Home.

Jane Richardson

(From Carson-Wall Funeral Home)

Laura Jane Richardson, 78, of Chanute, passed away on Friday, March 13, 2026, in Austin, Texas.

She was born August 19, 1947, in Clinton, Oklahoma, to Bob and Bertha (Strickland) Renfrow. Jane was raised in Clinton and graduated from Clinton High School in 1965. She went on to attend William Woods University in Fulton, Missouri, where she earned her teaching degree. Her love of learning and dedication to her students led her to continue her education at Pittsburg State University, where she earned both a Master’s degree and a Reading Specialist degree during her summers.

Jane devoted thirty-five years to teaching in the Chanute School District. She was a passionate and dedicated educator who touched countless lives with her patience, kindness, and unwavering belief in her students. In 2012, she retired to care for her beloved husband, Carl, following his cancer diagnosis. She remained faithfully by his side, caring for him with deep love and devotion until his passing later that year—a true reflection of her selfless heart.

Following college, Jane was united in marriage to Charles L. Carlson at the United Methodist Church in Clinton, Oklahoma; they later divorced. She later married Carl R. Richardson in March of 1995 at the chapel of Neosho County Community College in Chanute, Kansas.

Jane was a devoted member of the United Methodist Church. She was actively involved in the Mirza Shrine Unit, taught AWANA, volunteered at the Wesley House in Pittsburg, Kansas, and gave generously of her time to the American Cancer Society. Her faith and servant’s heart were evident in all that she did.

Family and friends were the center of Jane’s life, and she leaves behind a legacy of love that will continue for generations. She found joy in life’s simple pleasures—going on cruises with Carl and their friends, attending book club and bunco nights, shopping, and visiting local nurseries to pick out flowers. She especially cherished her summers spent at the family cabin in Montana.

Jane also had a special place in her heart for her dog, Pepe, whom she lovingly called her “favorite child” because he never talked back or told her what to do.

Known affectionately as the “ornery Gigi,” Jane was full of spunk and humor. She delighted in playfully teasing her family—never missing a chance to make them laugh, like the time she taped Christmas money to a brick just to watch their reactions on Christmas morning. Beneath her humor was a deeply caring woman with a generous spirit and a strong love for the Lord.

She is survived by her daughters, Laura Michelle Bruggeman and her husband, Jared, of Joplin, Missouri, and Nicole Carlson of Austin, Texas; as well as Kim Liggans; Shelly Tredway and her husband, Cale, of Erie, Kansas; and Jeff and his wife, Tobbie, of Aurora, Colorado. She was a proud grandmother to Tanner (Jade) Morris of Rogers, Arkansas, and Darian (Danny) Cochran of Springfield, Missouri, along with 14 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren, all of whom brought her immense joy.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Carl; her brother, Rex Renfrow; and her daughter, Tina Carlson Kress.

Jane will be remembered for her gentle spirit, her strength, and the way she gave so freely of herself to her family, her students, and her community. Her impact will be felt for years to come by all who had the privilege of knowing and loving her.

Memorial services will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at the First United Methodist Church in Chanute, with Pastor DJ Dangerfield officiating. A celebration of life will follow at the Chanute Country Club. Memorials are suggested to the American Cancer Society and may be left at the church the day of the service or mailed to the Pierce-Carson-Wall Funeral Home, P.O. Box 182, Erie, KS 66733. Online condolences may be left at www.wallfuneralservices.com.

Danny Dudley

(From Ozark Memorial Park Crematory)

Danny Dwane Dudley

July 20, 1949 – April 2, 2026

Danny, the son of Vert Charles Dudley and Josie Busick, tragcially left this life at the age of 76 on Thursday evening, April 2, 2026. No services are scheduled at this time. He will be missed by all those who loved and knew him.

Service will be Wednesday April 15, 1:00 PM Joplin First Church of the Nazarene 2124 Utica St, Joplin, MO 64801

Arrangements are under the direction of Ozark Memorial Park Cemetery and Crematory.