Tommy Willman

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Tommy Ray Willman, 63, passed away at his home on June 19, 2026 in Stella, Missouri. He was born on January 22, 1963, in Cassville, Missouri, to Leonard John Willman and Marjorie Marie (Lewis) Willman.

Tommy spent many years working as a forklift driver for Newell Industries. He was known for his love of sports and racing, and was an avid Kansas City Chiefs fan. He also enjoyed watching NASCAR and especially cheered for driver No. 22.

He is survived by his siblings, Bonita Brock of Neosho, Gary Willman of Goodman, Linda Littlefield of Powell, Gerald Willman of Thayer, and Kayal Milikin of Stella; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Leonard John and Marjorie Marie Willman.

Visitation will be held Monday, June 22, 2026, from 5:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Clark Funeral Home, Granby Chapel. A graveside service will be held Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at Hazelgreen Cemetery.

Evelyn Harris

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Evelyn Earlene Harris of Neosho, Missouri, passed away on June 19, 2026, at Granby House in Granby, Missouri. She was 87.

Evelyn was born on March 21, 1939, in McDonald County, Missouri, to Earl Harris and Vaude (Hackney) Harris.

Evelyn worked in labor and production at La-Z-Boy for many years before her retirement.

Evelyn enjoyed her farm and found happiness in farming and caring for her family. Her grandchildren and great-grandchildren were a source of tremendous joy.

She was skilled in needlepoint and crocheting.

She is survived by two granddaughters, Nickie Parvin of Goodman, Missouri, and Jesika Morgan and husband Cory, of Anderson, Missouri; six great-grandchildren, Payten, Landyn, Keatyn, Serenity, Caleb, and Kylie; one brother, Olen Harris; nieces Gail Francisco of Longview, MO, Pam and Tim Brittain of Stella, MO, Diane Harrel of Centerton, AR, Denise and Bobby Stafford of Neosho, MO, and Tammy Davidson of Tulsa, OK; along with numerous other nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two sons, Kevin Parvin and Tim Parvin; sisters, Maxine Carter, Malda Carter, and Fern Barndt; sister-in-law, Leanna Harris; brothers-in-law, Claude Carter and Farrell Carter; nephew, Steve Davidson; and niece, Cindy Davidson.

A graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at Union Cemetery in Rocky Comfort, Missouri.

Memorial contributions may be made to Faithful Friends Animal Advocates, c/o Clark Funeral Home, P.O. Box 66, Neosho, Missouri 64850.

Services under the personal care and direction of Clark Funeral Home.

Debbie Webb

(From Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home)

Debbie Faye Webb, 70, of Cassville, Missouri entered eternal rest on Wednesday June 17, 2026 while at Aspire Senior Living in Cassville, Missouri. She was born in Hawk Point, Missouri on May 4, 1956; the daughter of the late Lee Harold Rattles and the late Wanda Marie (Allen) Dyer.

She was a homemaker and a veteran of the United States Army.

Debbie is survived by one son: Chris Schwartz of New Bern, N. Carolina; two sisters: Connie Fargher of Monett, Missouri and Nancy Newman of Montgomery City, Missouri; two grandchildren: Anna and Michael and three great-grandchildren: Evren, Luca, and Elaina.

No services for Debbie are planned at this time.

Rutger House

(From White Funeral Home)

Rutger "Rudy" House, 38, of Kimberling City passed from this life Sunday, June 14th. Rutger was born in Visalia, California on December 15th, 1987. He is the beloved father of Adonis, Avacyn, and Azaliah House. He is also survived by his parents Lawrence and Sheila House, brother Britten House, and his children, his grandmother Joan Ernsberger, aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends.

Rutger grew up in Shell Knob, attended Shell Knob Schools, then Cassville High School. Rutger was an Eagle Scout, and had spent a year as an AIM missionary in Mexico. 

After returning from Mexico, Rutger obtained his Peace Officer Standard Training certification and worked for the Stone County Sheriff's Office, then the Kimberling City Police Department. He most recently worked for The Port of Kimberling.

Rutger's life was centered around his children, and he supported their interests and hobbies. He enjoyed spending time outdoors including fishing, hunting, campfires, and discussing current events and politics. His family will always miss him.

Arrangements are under the direction of White Funeral Home and Crematory.

Jim Reed

(From Housh-Goodwin Funeral Home)

Berlyn "Jim" E Reed, born September 9th 1956, at Offutt Air Force Base in Omaha, Nebraska passed away peacefully at his home on September 23rd, 2025, in Sarcoxie, Missouri.

He was a graduate of Jefferson High school in Great Bend, Kansas. After graduation, he enlisted in the United States Navy in 1973 serving in Vietnam and was a Purple Heart recipient for his injuries. Berlyn was a YEOMAN YN3 class stationed on the USS Fairfax County out of Norfolk, Virginia. He was also involved in the extraction of American POWs from Vietnam during his service.

As a child, he enjoyed being a Boy Scout and playing football. After his military service, he drove an 18-Wheeler for more than 35 years. He was a member of the Patriot guard riders of Southwest Missouri. He was an all-around handyman, willing to tackle anything and he was also an avid Eagle lover but loved his Ford trucks just as much! In his life he was most passionate about music. He loved singing and performing and writing music. He had talent unlike any other. He could play every instrument from the drums to the guitar to a piano, as well as a fiddle. However, he never learned how to play the flute or the piccolo.

He was preceded in death by his father. Alfred Daniel Reed of Fountain Hill, Pennsylvania in 1975, his mother, Darlene Mae Partridge-Geyer, of LaCross, Kansas, in 2017. He was also preceded in death by his Godfather Air Force General Curtis LeMay in 1990, and a daughter Gia, of Great Bend, Kansas.

Berlyn is survived by Ronda, a wife of 10 years, a brother Vernon Reed and a sister Marsha Reed. He's also survived by 4 children, Kathy Bloodsworth and her husband Darren of Princess Anne, Maryland. A daughter Alicia McPherson and her husband William of Benton, Illinois. A son Andrew Hughes of Kansas and a daughter Brandy Lennis of Oklahoma. He is also survived by several grandchildren Jessica Truitt and her husband Storm Bradley of Pocomoke, Maryland. A grandson Brandon Truitt of Crisfield, Maryland and Grandsons Darren Jr, Dylan and Dustin Bloodsworth of Princess Anne, Maryland. A Grandson Nathan Truitt and his wife Cheyanne of Webb City, Missouri. A Granddaughter Gia and grandsons Liam and Axel of Benton, Illinois. And Granddaughters Natasha Vidal and her husband Jorge Jr. and Natalie Hughes of Kansas. 

He is also survived by great grandchildren Aaron Jr, Briar, Dalton, and Nora Grace Johnson of Pocomoke, Maryland. Grandson Laityn Dale and an unborn great granddaughter Heaven Truitt of Webb City, Missouri. And a great granddaughter Eloise Vidal of Kansas. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews and 3 very special friends Robert Reed of Webb City, Missouri, Lisa Moore of Sarcoxie, Missouri and Miranda Mejia-Veith of Joplin, Missouri.


A Celebration of Life is being held at the Community Building at 218 N 5th Street in Sarcoxie, Missouri on Saturday June 20th at 1 pm.

Cremation arrangements are under the personal care and direction of Housh-Goodwin Funeral Home in Sarcoxie, Missouri.

 

Jerry Brown

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Jerry Lee Brown passed away peacefully at his home in Stark City, on June 17, 2026, at the age of 83. He was born at his family home in Newton County, Missouri on September 8, 1942, to James Maxwell and Georgia Mae (Kelley) Brown.

Jerry grew up in rural Newton County, and as an adult made his home. He attended Midway High School and was a member of the 1960 graduating class where he was a track star. He went on to attend Pittsburg State University on a track scholarship. He was inducted into the PSU Hall of Fame for setting the track record for the mile relay in 1961. His record is still unbroken. He then finished up his studies at Missouri Southern where he graduated with a degree in Physical Education.

His high school sweetheart, Mary Lou Eden, became his bride on July 26, 1963, at Newtonia Baptist Church in Newtonia, Missouri. They shared 57 years of love and life together before her passing on November 26, 2020. Jerry and Mary enjoyed the simple things in life. They were content to spend quiet evenings at home, most of the time. Every now and then they’d take a drive over to Monett to get some ice cream from Dairy Queen, that was the perfect date night for the two of them.

As a young adult, Jerry enjoyed playing softball with the Neosho Angels and Neosho Red Carpet teams. One fateful slide into second base broke his leg, and unfortunately, put an end to his sports career. After hanging up his track shoes and ball glove, Jerry became quite the outdoorsman. He was an avid hunter for quail, coyotes, and deer. He was also a dedicated fisherman. March 1st was a big day in the Brown household. Jerry would let James and Terry both play hooky so they could tag along to Roaring River to trout fish with him. The boys still look back on those trips fondly.

He always ran cattle when the boys were small and was able to purchase more land near his homeplace, where he expanded his cattle farming. He enjoyed being a farmer, attending auctions, and spending time with his family and friends. He was a member of Newtonia Baptist Church. Over the years he had coffee with the guys, making time to catch up and pal around with the fellas.

Jerry is survived by his sons, James Brown (Jody) of Ft. Worth, Texas, and Terry Brown (Robin) of Granby, Missouri; his two grandsons, Gordon Brown and Jackson Brown; and his siblings, Barbara Kernodle (David) of Harrison, Arkansas, and James Brown (Kimberly) of Republic, Missouri.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Georgia Brown and his wife, Mary Lou Brown.

A Graveside service will be held at 10:00 am on Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at the IOOF Cemetery in Newtonia, Missouri, where he will be laid to rest next to his wife.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to Newtonia Baptist Church c/o Clark Funeral Home P.O. Box 66 Neosho, Missouri 64850.

Sharon Hoagland

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Sharon Joan Hoagland was born on July 12, 1943, the daughter of Charles W. and Merribell R. (Rehm) Putnam.

She entered into rest on June 17, 2026, in Joplin, Missouri, at the age of 82. Sharon was a lifelong area resident and graduated from Joplin High School in 1961. She worked in the restaurant industry and owned and operated the Village Café in Joplin and was a homemaker.

Sharon enjoyed bowling and gardening and was a member of the First Baptist Church of Grove, Oklahoma. Sharon married Forrest Hoagland and he preceded her in death on September 4, 2019. 

She is survived by a son, Tony L. Hoagland of Joplin; granddaughter, Michelle D. Chaney and husband, John of Evansville, Indiana; sister, Linda Emmert of Seneca, Missouri; brother-in-law, Frank Hoagland of Tucson, Arizona; two sisters in law, Debbie Johnson and Mary Dutton, both of Joplin and numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.

In addition to her husband and parents, she is preceded in death by a son, Franklin ‘Frankie’ Hoagland. Graveside services will be held at 10 am on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at Ozark Memorial Park Cemetery in Joplin and those serving as pallbearers will be Randy Emmert, Isaiah Garvin, Bryan Emmert, Haven England, Preston England, Darin England, Dalton England and Bob Vickers.

The family will receive friends on Monday evening from 5:30 to 7 pm at the Clark Funeral Home, Neosho. Contributions in memory of Sharon may be made to Grove First Baptist Church.