Fred Harper

(From Derfelt Funeral Home)

Freddie "Fred" Leroy Harper, 81, of Galena, Kansas, passed from this life on Thursday, July 28, 2022 at his home.

Freddie was born on February 16, 1941 in Baxter Springs, KS, to the late Mary Alice and Raymond Harper. He grew up in Columbus, KS and graduated from Columbus High School. After graduation, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy. 

While in the U.S. Navy, he married Diane Andersen, together they had two sons, Raymond “Ray” and William “Bill”. Fred retired from the U.S Navy after 21 years of serving this great nation.

After retiring from the Navy, Fred returned home to Baxter Springs and soon moved to “Harper’s Rocky Top” in Galena, KS. He later married Danetta Wheeler on October 21, 1988 in Joplin, MO. With that marriage he gained a son, a daughter, a granddaughter, who he raised as a daughter and another granddaughter.

He graduated from NEO A&M College in Miami, OK and worked in maintenance at various long term care facilities before ultimately retiring from J.E. Patterson Plumbing, Joplin, MO.

After retirement, you could likely find him loving on his kids and grandkids, at a local fishing hole, hunting, feeding his birds, riding his tractor or lawn mower, listening to classic country or watching his favorite westerns with his beloved chihuahua, Jax. He was a proud member of the Quapaw Tribe of Oklahoma.

Survivors include two sons, Ray (Sherrie) Harper, Galena, KS and Bill Harper, Galena KS. One “step”daughter, Shelly Gipson, Baxter Springs, KS. A granddaughter who he raised as a daughter, Danae (Shawn) Taylor, Riverton, KS. Grandchildren, Zachary “Zack” Harper, Galena, KS, Taylor Harper, Galena, KS; Hollie (Jarrod) Riley, Joplin MO and Emily Gipson, Joplin, MO. Four great-grandchildren, Lillie Riley, Lyla Harper, Zaidin Harper and Mason Riley. Additional survivors include one brother, Walter “Wayne” Harper, Washington and one sister, Mary Louise Barnett, Bolivar, MO as well as a host of other family and friends and his beloved Chihuahua, Jax. He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Eva Harrold; and a “step”son, Ricky Gipson.

The family will receive friends on Monday, August 1, 2022, from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm at Derfelt Funeral Home of Baxter. Funeral services will be Tuesday, August 2, 2022, at 11:00 AM at Christpoint Church in Galena, KS. Cremation to follow. Online condolences may be expressed at www.derfeltfuneralhomes.com

Krystal Graham

(From Nelson-Berna Funeral Home)

Krystal Joy Graham, age 51, of Lowell, AR, passed from this life Friday, July 29, 2022, due to a lengthy illness. She was born July 25, 1971, in Snyder, Texas to Mike and Reta Graham.

She graduated from Snyder High School in 1989 and attended Western Texas College. She furthered her education in the medical field, studying phlebotomy. She was senior phlebotomist for Northwest Heart & Vascular Institute in Springdale, Arkansas.

Krystal was a faithful member of the Sims Corner Church in Jane, Mo. She taught Sunday School in various Pentecostal churches for over 25 years. Some of her greatest joys were participating in puppet shows and the sign language team. 

If you knew her, you knew she loved; music, crafting, scrapbooking, travel and going to concerts. One of her greatest joys was traveling with her sister friend, Melody Stowe. She loved collecting various mementos from all her adventures.

Preceding her in death were maternal grandparents, Clarence and LaVada (Stephens) Hall and her paternal grandparents Andrew Graham and Geneva Smith.

She is survived by her parents, Michael F. and Reta (Hall) Graham; a brother Richard Graham (Bonnie); a sister Rebecca Adams (Roger); nieces and nephews, Victoria Ashleigh Dickerson (Jason), Michael Chase Graham (Chelsea), Colton Wayne Graham; great nieces and nephews, Gwendolyn Dickerson, Mason Dickerson, Jillian Burton, Jackson Graham, Genevieve Graham, Sonya Graham, Riley Graham, and a lifelong sister friend, Melody Musick Stowe
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She was a soft spoken, big hearted, independent, tender spirited, godly woman who will be greatly missed.

Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 2nd, at Nelson Berna Funeral Home in Fayetteville. Burial will be at Patrick Cemetery in Madison County. Visitation is from 5-7 p.m. Monday, August 1st, at Nelson Berna Funeral Home in Fayetteville, Arkansas.

Yvonne Ketcher

(From Brown-Winters Funeral Home)

Marilyn “Yvonne” Ketcher, 85, a longtime Miami resident, passed away on Thursday, July 28, 2022 in Miami, Oklahoma. 

Mrs. Ketcher was born on March 21, 1937 in Joplin, Missouri to John Samuel and Ruth Viann (Edmondson) Kidwell. 

Yvonne graduated from Miami High School with the class of 1955; she went on to graduate from Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College then she received her Bachelor of Science degree from Oklahoma State University. Yvonne was a Norse Star while she attended NEO A&M College in Miami. 

After graduating from OSU, she married the love of her life, Kent Ketcher in Miami at Immanuel Baptist Church on March 12, 1960. Yvonne was the secretary for the Circuit Attorney’s Office in St. Louis, Missouri. She also worked for Union Pacific Technologies for twenty years where she retired. 

Yvonne loved OSU and her cavalry. The love of her family was important to her. She made sure her family knew the importance of love and everyone that crossed her path knew how important love was to her. 

Survivors include her daughter Kenda Hardcastle and her husband Alan of Wichita, Kansas, and her son Tim Ketcher and his wife Yu-Ruey of Saint Paul, Minnesota, a brother Nolan Edmondson and his wife Wanda of Seneca, Missouri, her granddaughter Thekla Ketcher, her niece Kris Housh-Burki and her husband Travis of Miami. John Middlekauff, Mitch Stevens, Gary Crow and Rob Erosha were like sons to her, and she considered them “adopted sons.” 

Her dear, much beloved friends from St. Louis, Linda Fogelbach and Kathy Schroeder, were like sisters to her as well and a host of nieces, nephews, and many other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be 2:00 PM on Tuesday, August 2, 2022 at Immanuel Baptist Church in Miami. There will be a reception beginning at 1:00 PM for family and friends.

In lieu of flowers, Yvonne’s wishes were that memorial contributions be made to the Ketcher/Keheley Animal Shelter at 501 East Central, Miami, OK 74354 and the Immanuel Baptist Church in Miami.

Friends and family may send the family notes of encouragement by viewing Mrs. Ketchers's Tribute Page at www.brown-winters.com

Leesa Hedgecorth

(From Hedge-Lewis-Goodwin Funeral Home)

Mrs. Leesa Kay Hedgecorth, 68, of Webb City, Missouri, departed this life on Friday morning, July 29, 2022, in the comfort of her home after a long hard-fought battle with cancer.

Leesa entered this life on September 18, 1953, in Webb City, Missouri, born to the union of Phillip and Betty (Ivy) Reeder. She was a lifelong resident and a 1971 graduate of Webb City High School. 

On February 14, 1969, she was united in marriage to Micheal Hedgecorth and together they have shared the last fifty-three years. She retired from Walmart as Direct Receiving Manager in 2019, after twenty-seven years of service. She enjoyed gardening and was an avid collector.

A daughter, Valarie Dianne Hedgecorth preceded her in death on March 26, 2020.

Leese is survived by her husband, Micheal Hedgecorth of the home; a daughter Glinda Smith and husband, Mike, of Eagle River, Alaska; six grandchildren, Brittany Smith, Steven Hedgecorth and wife, Devinne, Eleesha Smith, Zane Hedgecorth and wife, Kaylee, Mikeah Hedgecorth and Lauren Fisher; three great grandchildren, Mikayla, Brady and Payton; her parents, Phillip Reeder of Webb City and Betty Long of Oronogo; a sister, Debra Joy Mahurin and husband, Rick, of Webb City; as well as a host of other family and friends.

Graveside funeral services will be held on Tuesday morning, August 2, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at Oronogo Cemetery with Joe Morris officiating. Friends may pay their respects on Monday from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Arrangements are under the personal care and direction of the Hedge-Lewis-Goodwin Funeral Home in Webb City, Missouri.

MaryAnn Jamison

(From Hedge-Lewis-Goodwin Funeral Home)

MaryAnn Jamison, age 77, of Webb City, passed away on Friday, July 29, 2022 at her home surrounded by loved ones.

MaryAnn, daughter of the late Frank and Mary (Sorota) Gorgone, was born on November 11, 1944 in East Chicago, IN. 

She grew up in Indiana and soon after high school, she completed cosmetology school. She has been a beautician, bank teller, office worker, and most importantly, a wonderful homemaker and mother of two. 

On April 15, 1972 she was united in marriage to James “Jim” Jamison, and they had just celebrated 50 years of a loving, caring, and devoted life together. She and Jim moved to Webb City in 2014 to be closer to their children and grandchildren. 

Her life was centered on family, and she spent a lot of intentional time and loving care in preserving, sharing, and passing on family mementos and keepsakes. She was always thinking of others first and sacrificed her needs for the good of her family, as well as anyone else who needed help. Her devotion to her family and the values and principles she lived will leave a permanent impression in the hearts of her family.

Survivors include her husband, Jim Jamison, of Webb City; her two children, Brian Jamison, and his wife, Sally, of Springdale and Nancy McCaulley, and her husband, Matthew, of Carl Junction; her sister, Nancy Mansueto, of Dyer, IN; grandchildren, David McCaulley, of Carl Junction, Brionna Wherry and husband, Josh, of Fayetteville, and Ladon Jamison, of Springdale; a nephew, Andy Mansueto, and his wife, Amelita, and their daughter, Madeline; her niece, Lisa Mansueto; and several cousins and extended family members. 

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her aunt and uncle, Ann and John Negovetich, whom she also loved deeply and took care of for many years.

Funeral mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at 10:00 AM at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Joplin with The Reverend Joe Weidenbenner officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Webb City. The family will receive friends for a time of visitation on Tuesday, August 2nd beginning at 5:00 PM until 6:00 PM at the Hedge-Lewis-Goodwin Funeral Home in Webb City.

Arrangements are under the personal care and direction of Hedge-Lewis-Goodwin Funeral Home, Webb City.

Bob Little

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Robert ‘Bob’ Q. Little, Neosho, entered into rest on July 29, 2022 in the comfort of his home at the age of 90. 

Bob was born April 5, 1932 in Midway, Kansas, near Pittsburg, Kansas. He graduated from Pittsburg High School, class of 1950 and continued his education at KSTC, now Pitt State and received a bachelor's degree in in education and a master's degree in Math and Physics. He served in the U.S. Army, October, 1954 to September, 1956. 

He taught for two years at El Dorado Junior college before moving to Neosho in 1959. He worked at Rocketdyne, Teledyne and Saberliner as an engineer in rocket engine production. 

After retirement, Bob enjoyed spending time on woodworking projects, and serving as an observer for the National Weather Service, for which he was awarded a certificate of appreciation. Bob was a member of the Seneca Church of Christ. 

On August 12, 1956 in Galesburg, Kansas, Bob and Loucille Hughes were united in marriage and she survives of the home. 

In addition to his wife of 65 years, he is survived by four children, Kimberly Michel and husband, Keith, Kent H. Little and wife, Laurie, Kirk R. Little and Kyle L. Little; three grandchildren, Nicklaus Little and wife, Danielle, Dustin Little and wife, Natalie and Zachary Little; two great grandchildren, Ryan Little and Cadence Little. 

In addition to his parents, Carl Leroy and Edna Pearl (Wilson) Little, he is preceded in death by his eight siblings. 

Funeral services are scheduled for Friday, August 5, 2022 at 2 pm at the Clark Funeral Home, Chapel of Memories, Neosho. Jake King will officiate. Interment will follow in the New Salem Cemetery, west of Neosho. The family will receive friends prior to the service on Friday from 1 pm until service time at the funeral home. 

Contributions in memory of Bob may be made to the Seneca Church of Christ, c/o Clark Funeral Home, PO Box 66; Neosho, Missouri 64850.

Patsy Doty

(From Ulmer Funeral Home)

Patsy Jo Doty, 67, of Sarcoxie, Missouri, passed away on Friday, July 22, 2022, at her home. Patsy was born on December 25, 1954, to Cecil Patrick and Annamae “Hall” Patrick in Joplin, Missouri.

She is survived by her son Gary Bowman (Amanda); three brothers, Tim Patrick of Sarcoxie, John Lemons of Diamond, and Raymond Black of Carthage; one sister Vonda Brattin of Carthage; and one grandchild, Abel Bowman.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Per the family’s request Patsy will be cremated and there will be no services held at this time.

Online condolences may be made at www.ulmerfh.com.

Arrangements are under the direction and care of Ulmer Funeral Home.

Barbara Sigmon

(From Ulmer Funeral Home)

Barbara L. Sigmon, 90, of Carthage, Missouri passed away on Wednesday, July 27, 2022, at St. Luke’s Nursing Center. Barbara was born in San Diego, California on August 19, 1931. She has been a resident of Carthage since 2013.

Barbara was joined in marriage by Wayne Sigmon on April 23, 1966, in San Diego, California; Wayne preceded her in death on April 4, 2022.

She is survived by her daughters Lisa Moore of Carthage and Lorrie Steven of Arizona; two grandchildren Nicole McDaniel, and Allen McDaniel (Brittany); and six great grandchildren, Malea Robertson, Tru Robertson, Haeyen Robertson, Adeline McDaniel, Beverleigh McDaniel and Rosalia McDaniel.

Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, her brothers Bud Taylor and Lee Taylor, and a son in law, Tim McDaniel.

Per Barbara’s wishes, she will be cremated, and a private family service will be held at a later date.

Condolences may be posted online at www.ulmerfh.com.

Arrangements are under the direction and care of Ulmer Funeral Home.

Guy Sesler

(From Mason-Woodard Mortuary)

Guy E. Sesler III, age 44, of Joplin, Missouri passed away Sunday, July 24, 2022.

Guy was born on November 23, 1977, in Joplin, Missouri to Guy E. Sesler Jr and Sabra (Morris) Sesler.

Guy attended Joplin R-8 Schools and Missouri Southern State University where he proudly served as a member of the Kappa Alpha Fraternity. He was currently employed at FIS Global as an Implementation Conversion Analysis Specialist.

Guy was a loving husband to wife Amanda (Price) and a doting father to his children Derek and Ella. He never missed an opportunity to brag about his family. Guy was a go cart racing enthusiast. He enjoyed building them from the frame up, putting hours of work so he could have hours of fun driving them around with his kids. Guy was truly one of the most generous people, constantly giving of his time to work on a friend of family member’s computer, laptop, tablet, you name it. If it was technology related, Guy was the “guy” for the job.

Guy is survived by his wife Amanda; children, Derek and Ella; two sisters, Sherry Sesler and Candis Wilson; his mother, Sabra Sesler; as well as numerous extended family and friends. Guy was preceded in death by his father, Guy E Sesler Jr.

Funeral services will be held at Mason-Woodard Mortuary, Monday, August 1, 2022, at 10:00am. John Newberry officiating. Burial will follow at Osborne Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends Sunday, July 31, 2022, at the mortuary from 2:00-3:00pm.

In lieu of flowers please consider a monetary donation: https://gofund.me/55b99db0

Arrangements are under the direction of Mason-Woodard Mortuary & Crematory Joplin, Missouri.

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Charrilee Wells

(From Carson-Wall Funeral Home)

Charrilee Anne Wells, 41, of Parsons, died Monday, July 25, 2022 at her home. Her death was unexpected.

She was born November 12, 1980, at her parents’ home at Parsons, assisted by Jo Anne Brummitt and Mona Harris. She was a daughter of Charles Eugene and Merrilee June (Brummitt) Wells. She was raised at Parsons and attended school here. 

As an adult she lived in Joplin, MO, Independence, KS and Iola, KS and retuned to Parsons in 2019. 

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From 2004 until 2009 she was employed as a corrections officer at the Labette County Correctional Camp. Most recently, she worked at Pete’s Stockyard Travel Plaza.

Her hobbies included fishing and painting and she loved animals.

Survivors include: two sons – Deacon Wells, Parsons, KS, Judah Wells, Parsons, KS; four daughters – Miqukel Wight, Wichita Falls, TX, Cherokee Wright, Topeka, KS, Justice Wells, Parsons, KS, Mercy Wells, who was lovingly adopted; her mother – Merrilee June Wells, Parsons, KS; her father – Charles Eugene Wells, and his wife, Judy, Parsons, KS; three brothers – James Michael Wells, and his wife, Stephanie, Lee’s Summit, MO, Jonathan Wells, Parsons, KS, Jeremiah Wells, and his wife, Chelsey, Lee’s Summit, MO; two sisters – Carrie Cathleen Simeo, Broken Arrow, OK, Rebekah Wells, Parsons, KS. 

Her grandparents preceded her in death.

A celebration of life service will be held at 3:00 P.M., Sunday, July 31, 2022 at the Parsons Recreation Center. 

Memorials are suggested to an education fund for Charrilee’s children. Check should be made payable to Cherokee Wright and may be left at or mailed to the Carson-Wall Funeral Home, P.O. Box 942, Parsons, KSD 67357. Online condolences may be left at www.wallfuneralservices.com.

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Thelma Wuerdeman

(From Brenner Mortuary)

Thelma Louise Wuerdeman, 99, of Pittsburg, KS, passed away on July 28, 2022, at Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Pittsburg, Kansas.

She was born on October 5, 1922 to Arthur and Pauline (Kubler) Christiansen.

On August 26, 1943, she was united in marriage to Orman W. Wuerdeman. He preceded her in death on March 31, 2006. Thelma worked various secretarial jobs. She also loved quilting and was a member of the St. John Lutheran Church.

She is survived by one son, Paul D. Wuerdeman (Magdalena), of San Antonio, TX; two daughters, Norma Wahling (Dennis) of Shelby, IA; Treva Schindler (Tom) of Pittsburg, KS; two sisters, Erma Juergensen of Churdan, IA; Edna Lassman of Carl Junction, MO; five grandchildren Christine Schindler, Matthew Schindler, Carrie Wahling Dills, Robyn Wahling, Joel Wahling; and six great-grandchildren, William Schindler, Collin Dills, Samantha Wahling, Loralei Wahling, Gabrielle Wahling and Caitlyn Dills. 

She is preceded in death by her parents, one brother, Galen Christiansen, and one sister, Doris Christiansen.

Funeral services will be on Monday, August 1st, 2022 at 10:00 AM in the St. John Lutheran Church with Pastor Thomas Wehrman officiating. The family will receive friends 1 hour prior to the start of the service at the church. 

Burial will take place at Ft Scott National Cemetery at 1:30 PM on Monday. A visitation will also be held on Sunday, July 31st, from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM at the Brenner Mortuary. Memorial donations can be made to the St. John Lutheran Church. 

Arrangements are under the direction of the Brenner Mortuary, 114 E. 4th St., Pittsburg, KS.

Ila Conner

(From Ferry Funeral Home)

Ila Maxine Conner, 83, Nevada, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 28, 2022 at the Nevada Regional Medical Center. Ila was born on March 27, 1939 in Eads, CO, to Riley and Elsie Crum. 

She met the love of her life, Bobby Gene Conner, and they were married on June 1, 1957 in Nevada, MO. They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in 2007. Bob preceded her in death in 2008 shortly after their 51st anniversary.

Ila came with her family from CO to Milo, MO in 1946. She graduated from Sheldon High School in 1957. Ila’s life revolved around her family and her love for children. She enjoyed attending her children and grandchildren’s events and was their #1 fan during sporting events. She also watched kids in her home for 44 years. 

In 2007 with an interview with a grandchild for a school project, Ila stated, “When I am no longer here, I want to be remembered by loving all kids and being a great mom, grandma, and great-grandma”.

Survivors include her seven children; Rodney Conner (Tammy), Hernando, FL, and Diane Gilmore (Jerry), Rick Conner, Deb Kimbrough (Jeff), Ronnie Conner (Emma), Robby Conner, and Roger Conner (Robin), all of Nevada, MO; 18 grandchildren and 30 great- grandchildren; one sister, Minnie Gash, Moundville, MO; 5 sisters-in-law, Evelyn Crum, Pooler, GA, Kay Overton, Nevada, MO, Vickie Rice ( Jim), Irwin, MO; Sharon Dipman, Sheldon, MO; and Roberta Bigelow, Sheldon, MO; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. 

In addition to her husband, Bob, Ila was preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Delbert Crum; two grandchildren, Brantley and Allison, and one great granddaughter.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada. Interment will follow in the Sheldon Cemetery, Sheldon, MO. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, August 2 from 5:00-7:00p.m. at Ferry Funeral Home. Memorials are suggested to the Sheldon Cemetery in care of Ferry Funeral Home.

Briann Therrien

(From Mason-Woodard Mortuary)

Briann C. Therrien, age 33, of Joplin, passed away on Monday July 25, 2022, at Barnes-Jewish Hospital, following a courageous battle with leukemia.

Briann was born on May 23,1989 in Wichita, KS, the daughter of Beth Greenfield and Mike Therrien. She has lived most of her life in the Joplin area. She could be found with friends in her youth group, various music venues, and coffee shops. She graduated from Joplin High School in 2007. 

She shared her talents as a dental assistant for Uncommon Orthodontics, where she brought smiles to patients and peers alike. Briann was always joyful and had charisma she was never afraid to share. She loved music with a passion, and especially enjoyed singing karaoke with friends into the night. Her favorite place to visit was Nashville.

Briann always had a positive attitude, even in the face of great trials. Briann was generous to those in need, going out of her way help others. She was a faithful friend, daughter, sister, and mother. She celebrated big and with all her heart. Briann touched many with her vibrant personality, loving big and wide. She knew how to have fun and brought humor and joy to any party. Those who love her know she returned great love to them.

She is survived by her daughter, Ellie Therrien, of the home; her mother and stepfather, Beth and Wayne Greenfield, Webb City, MO; her father and stepmother, Mike and Chastity Therrien, Liberty, MO; three brothers, Shane Therrien and wife Mandy, nieces Liya and Madilyn, Webb City, MO; Kyle Therrien and wife Kimberly, Ashland City, TN; and River Therrien, Liberty, MO; her maternal grandmother, Carol Ann Morrison, Carl Jct., MO; paternal grandmother, Karen Therrien, Derby, KS; Ellie’s father, Brett Ferguson, and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends. 

She was preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, Gary Morrison; and her paternal grandfather David Therrien, as well as her cousin, Treff Carpenter, of Colorado.

A Memorial Service honoring Briann’s life will be held on Tuesday, August 2nd, at 10:00 A.M. at Mason-Woodard Chapel in Joplin, MO. Visitation will be on Monday, August 1st, from 6-7 P.M. at the Mason-Woodard mortuary.

In lieu of flowers, monetary contributions are appreciated, and checks can be made out to The Memorial fund for Ellie Therrien, or at this Go Fund Me “Briann Therrien Education Fund for Ellie” or https://gofund.me/cafff746

Special thank you to Dr. Matthew Christopher and staff @ Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Mason-Woodard Mortuary & Crematory.

Margaret Faucett

(From Knell Mortuary)

Margaret Joann Faucett went to be with Jesus July 26, 2022. She was born March 1, 1930, in the Carthage Hotel, which was owned by her paternal Grandmother. She was the third of five children, born to Leonard and Louise Blankenship. 

Margaret was working as a waitress when she met Kenneth Faucett. It was love at first sight. They were married August 6, 1949, at the preacher’s house. In 1958 they moved to a farm west of Carthage and raised 4 children.

Margaret was a farm wife, a homemaker and mother. She helped raise cows, pigs, and a big garden every year. She froze and canned the vegetables and fruit, grown on the farm. She made the very best pies and she loved to sing while she worked in her kitchen and hung clothes on the line. Margaret also stayed busy as a room mother while her children were in elementary school, and she served as Vice President for the Pleasant Valley R-9 school. 

While raising children she was also a sewing and cooking project leader in the Hilltoppers 4-H club. In 1969 Margaret went to work at Bee Discount and retired after 22 years.

Margaret was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, her sister, Mary Lou Gipson, and 3 brothers, Leonard Jr, Phillip, and David Blankenship.

Margaret leaves her daughter, Cindy & (Myron) Hyson, Burlington, KS; son, Clifford & (Sheryl) Faucett, Alba, MO; daughter, Cheryl Treptow, Burlington, KS; son, Colin & (Jamie) Faucett, Carthage, MO; 16 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren and 8 great-great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews and friends.

Memorial graveside services will be held 11 am, Saturday, August 13, 2022 at Oak Hill Cemetery, Carthage. The family will receive friends from 10-11 am at Knell Mortuary, Carthage, prior to the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association in care of Knell Mortuary. Online condolences may be expressed through www.knellmortuary.com. Arrangements are under the direction and personal care of Knell Mortuary.

Greg Forbis

(From Nelson-Berna Funeral Home)

Gregory Wayne Forbis, 55 of Rogers, Ark., passed away July 21, 2022 at Circle of Life Hospice in Bentonville after a one-year battle with cancer. He was born December 4, 1966, in Trenton, Mo., to Ron and Mary (Coffman) Forbis. 

Greg was preceded in death by his father.

Greg grew up in Sedalia, Mo., where he graduated from Smith Cotton High School in 1985. He attended Missouri State University in Springfield, Mo., and earned his Bachelor's Degree in Accounting in 1989. 

Greg had a lifelong career in the Supply Chain Logistics industry, including 30 years at Walmart and the past three years with the RJW Logistics Group.

Over his life and career, Greg developed countless relationships and touched the lives of many, both personally and professionally. God blessed him with many gifts, but most certainly with the clear purpose to love others with focused energy and thoughtful pursuit to make all who love him feel loved in return. 

Greg's unfailing faith guided him through life, especially over the past year. He served in leadership and discipleship roles at First Christian Church and Fellowship Bible Church. Greg also served his community by devoting time to the Northwest Arkansas Heart Walk, the Rogers High School Booster Club, and the Rogers Community School Recreation Association.

Greg is survived by his wife of 30 years, Robin Ezell Forbis; son, Carter Austin Forbis of Rogers, Ark.; daughter, Katelyn Ivy Forbis of Rogers, Ark.; mother, Mary Virginia Forbis of Carl Junction, Mo.; and brother, Andrew Scott Forbis of Holly Springs, N.C.

A celebration of life will be held 11 a.m. Friday, July 29th, at Fellowship Bible in Rogers with Pastor Mickey Rapier officiating. Private burial will be at Pinnacle Memorial Gardens in Rogers. Memorial Contributions may be made to Fellowship Bible Church, Highlands Oncology or Circle of Life Hospice.

To sign the online guestbook please visit www.bernafuneralhomes.com

Arrangements are under the direction of Nelson-Berna Funeral Home of Rogers.

Gary Shumate

(From Ozark Funeral Home)

Gary Calvin Shumate (79) of Anderson, Missouri, passed away at noon on July 27, 2022. He was the oldest son to the late Baylous and Bess Shumate.

Gary, (more commonly known as "cowboy") was born in San Franciso, California on May 18, 1943, while his father was overseas in the Navy.

Although Gary had special needs his entire life, he was cared for by his parents and siblings until his death. He loved life and never knew a stranger. His passions were horses, fishing, and food, not necessarily in that order.

He is survived by his sisters Janelle Shumate, Jody Bacher, Elaine Reut and his brothers Rodney, John, and David Shumate and nieces and nephews.

His wit and humor will be dearly missed!

Manny Alfaro

(From Simpson Funeral Home)

Emmanuel "Manny" Alfaro Hernandez, Age 33 of Webb City, passed away on July 26, 2022 at Freeman Hospital West, surrounded by his family. Manny was born on April 15, 1989 to Miguel Alfaro-Perez & Maria Alfaro-Hernandez in Chicoloapan, Mexico.

Manny was a 2008 Webb City High School graduate and was known to be a great break dancer back then. 

In his spare time, he enjoyed soccer, skateboarding, hiking and bicycling. He had a big heart, especially for his family and those he treasured most. He most recently worked at Ghetto Tacos, working with friends he valued as well. 

Manny was always compassionate and brought a genuine smile to everyone he met. He thought the world of his little niece, Aria Bella Alfaro.

Emmanuel was preceded in death by two grandfathers, Sixto Alfaro Paez and Augustin Hernandez-Solares. He is survived by his parents, Miguel Alfaro-Perez and Maria Alfaro-Hernandez of Webb City; brothers Jonathan and Leonard, of Webb City; and a niece Aria Bella Alfaro. He is also survived by grandmothers Manuela Alfaro-Perez and Aurelia Hernandez-Solares and many family and close friends.

A visitation will be held Monday, August 1st, from 4 to 6pm at Simpson Funeral Home in Webb City. A Rosary will follow, beginning at 6pm with Father Paco, also at the funeral home. The Funeral Mass will be held 10am on Tuesday, August 2nd at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Webb City. Graveside services will follow at Webb City Cemetery.

Funeral services are under the personal care and direction of Simpson Funeral Home in Webb City. The family encourages relatives and friends to visit simpsonfh.com to share photos and memories of Emmanuel.

Kenneth Myers

(From Simpson Funeral Home)

Kenneth E. Myers age 68 of Alba, Missouri passed away on Monday, July 25, 2022 at Mercy Hospital in Joplin. He was born in Carthage, Missouri to Paul Myers, Sr. and Mildred Myers on December 3, 1953. 

He was retired and had worked in the oil fields and did many other jobs most of his life. 

He is survived by his brother, Don Myers and several other extended family members. 

Kenneth’s wishes were to be cremated and no services are planned at this time. 

Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Simpson Funeral Home in Webb City. Visit www.simpsonfh.com for online condolences.

Mary Ann Wormington

(From Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home)

Mary Ann Wormington, 77, of Monett was called home to Heaven on Wednesday July 27, 2022 after dealing with a short illness. She was born in Wichita, Kansas on September 6, 1944; the daughter of the late Raymond Baumann Sr. and Irene (Gilden) Baumann. 

She was united in marriage on March 15, 1963 in Monett, Missouri to Ronald Wormington; he survives.

She was the retired co-owner of the Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home in Monett, Missouri and a long-time member of the First United Methodist Church in Monett, Missouri.

Mary Ann is survived by her husband Ron; two sons: Rick Wormington and his wife Gail of Monett and Robbie Wormington and his wife Jamie of Caledonia, Michigan; three sisters: Cathy Michael of Monett, Elizabeth Kelley of Webb City, and Cora Baumann of Cassville and four grandchildren: David, Sean, Casey and Travis.

She was preceded in death by her parents: Raymond Sr. and Irene; three brothers: Raymond Baumann Jr., James Baumann and Charles Baumann, and one sister: Marie Baumann.

Visitation for Mary Ann is being held on Sunday July 31, 2022 from 2:00p.m. to 4:00p.m. at the Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home in Monett, Missouri. Funeral services will be held on Monday August 1, 2022 at 10:30a.m. at the Bennett-Wormington Funeral Chapel in Monett, Missouri with Rev. Arnold Ray Evans officiating. Burial will follow services at the Monett I.O.O.F. Cemetery in Monett.

Memorial donations for Mary Ann may be made to the First United Methodist Church in Monett.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home in Monett, Missouri.

Linda Messer

(From Parker Mortuary)

Linda K. Messer, age 74, of Webb City, passed away on Monday, July 25, 2022 at Landmark Hospital in Joplin.

Linda, daughter of the late James and Frankie (Johnson) Jones, was born on September 4, 1947 in Sand Springs, OK. 

She was previously employed with Midcon Cables Company as a Lead Inspector for over 30 years until her retirement. She was a devoted mother and grandmother always giving of herself for others. She was a second Mother to many. 

Her bubbly energy and sassy attitude was infectious. She loved the outdoors, animals and being in her garden. She enjoyed the nights playing Bunko with her friends and traveling. She will be missed by all who knew her.

Survivors include her children, Teresa Pendley, and her husband, Jeramy, of Webb City, Todd Messer, of Lowell, Troy Messer, of Boise, ID; grandchildren, Mason Messer, Sasha Messer, Chase Messer, Evelyn Chatterton, Lynsee DeGraw, Trayse DeGraw, Tayva Pendley, and Avery Pendley; her brothers, Gary Jones, of Greensville, SC, and James “Buster” Jones and wife Krystal, of Carl Junction; a sister-in-law, Judy Neilson, and her husband, Carl, of Kansas City; 5 great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by sisters, Judy Giles and Sue Jackson.

The family will receive friends for a time of visitation on Saturday, July 30, 2022 from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM at Thornhill-Dillon Mortuary in Joplin with private family inurnment at a later date.

Arrangements are under the personal care and direction of Parker Mortuary, Joplin.

Gladys Cunningham

(From Fossett-Mosher Funeral Home)

Gladys Frances (Baker) Cunningham, age 97, of Mt. Vernon, Missouri, passed away on Tuesday, July 26, 2022, at the Manor at Elfindale in Springfield, Missouri. She was born April 1, 1925, to Amos Alfred Baker and Frances Mildred (Laub) Baker in Carthage, Missouri.

Gladys graduated from Jasper High School in 1943. She and her husband, Chester Carl Cunningham, were united in marriage on January 2, 1946, in Columbus, Kansas. To this union were two sons, Carl L. Cunningham, and Glen D. Cunningham.

They lived in Jasper, Missouri from 1946 until 1952. They moved to Greenfield, Missouri in 1952 until 1957. They moved to Mount Vernon, Missouri in February of 1957. 

Gladys worked as a bookkeeper for MFA for numerous years and subsequently worked at Mid-America Dental and Hearing Clinic for 20+ years. She retired at the age of 85. She was an active chartered member of the Mount Vernon Christian Church.

Gladys is survived by her two sons, Carl (Synthia) Cunningham of Magna, Utah and Glen (Sharon) Cunningham of Katy, Texas; six grandchildren, Julia Jane (Eric) Winslow of South Jordan, Utah, Jeffrey Carl Cunningham (Sarah Wealton) of Salt Lake City, Utah, James Joseph (Caroline) Cunningham of Sudbury, Massachusetts, Jonah Ches Cunningham of Washington, DC, Kristen Marie Cunningham of Houston, Texas and Caleb Glen Cunningham of Katy, Texas; seven great-grandchildren, Kennedy Susan Wealton, Mackenzie Maya Winslow, Hyrum Eric Winslow, Elisabeth Esther Winslow, Caroline Cami Winslow, Ammon Alexander Winslow and Joseph James Cunningham; her sister, Wilma (Valgene) Hart of Springfield, Missouri; sister-in-law, Nancy Catherine Baker of Carthage, Missouri, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Gladys was preceded in death by her husband, of 49 years in 1995, her parents, her two sisters, Esther Wilson, and Martha Buster and two brothers, Donald Baker, and Leonard Baker.

A visitation will be held from 9:30-11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 30, 2022, at the Fossett-Mosher Funeral Home in Mt. Vernon with a funeral service to follow at 11:00 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Burial will follow at the Mt. Vernon IOOF Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made payable to the Mount Vernon Christian Church in care of the funeral home.

Online condolences may be shared at www.FossettMosherFuneralHome.com.

Jane Taylor

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Jane Ann Taylor was born Feb. 9, 1956, in Leavenworth, Kansas, the daughter of Eldon Eugene and Wilma Jane (Gilman) Allen. She entered into rest on July 21, 2022, in Joplin, Missouri, following a two-vehicle accident at the age of sixty-six. 

Jane graduated from Leavenworth, Kansas High School in 1974 and continued her education at the School of the Ozarks, graduating with a bachelor’s degree in biology. She continued her education at the University of Arkansas where she earned a master's degree in plant physiology. 

Jane worked for the U.S. Postal Service in the Granby, Missouri office as a rural letter carrier, retiring in 2016. She was a member of the Merrymaker’s FCE Extension Club, Willing Worker’s Extension Club, Newtonia Battlefield Quilters Day Guild, and the Missouri Rural Letter Carriers Association. 

She enjoyed quilting, doing Sudoku puzzles, and loved animals and plants. She was known for her cooking and baking and loved sharing that with family and friends. She put her heart and soul in all she did and will be missed by all who knew her. Jane was a member of the Jones Chapel Church. 

On June 28, 1980, in Walnut Shade, Missouri, Jane and Richard Taylor were united in marriage and he survives of the home. 

In addition to her husband, Jane is survived by three children, Hannah Christian and husband, Tony of Maryville, Missouri, Robert Taylor and wife, Jennifer of Granby, Missouri and Abigail Smith and husband, Elijah of Helena, Montana; eight grandchildren, Brendan, Karah, Ada, Glennah, Cora, Gideon, Ruben and Joel; two brothers, Paul Allen and wife, Kim and Ernie Allen and wife, Cheri. 

She is preceded in death by her parents. 

Services are planned for Friday, July 29, 2022, at 10 am at the Clark Funeral Home, Granby, Missouri, Pastor Michael Blewitt will officiate. Interment will follow in the Dice Cemetery, Fairview, Missouri, and nephews will serve as pallbearers. 

Friends may call at the Clark Funeral Home, Granby on Thursday from 9 am until 7 pm and the family will receive friends from 5:30 to 7 pm at the funeral home. 

Contributions in memory of Jane may be made to Faithful Friends, c/o Clark Funeral Home, PO Box 26; Granby, Missouri 64844.

Bill Aronis

(From Greenlawn Funeral Home)

William, affectionately known as Bill Aronis was born on March 1, 1926, in Springfield, MO. and went home to his Savior on July 24, 2022. 

Bill was born to Mamie and John Aronis. Bill had two brothers Ted Aronis and Pete Aronis and one sister Virginia (Aronis) Caudill. 

Bill was preceded in death by his parents and both brothers.

Bill was a World War II United States Army veteran, serving from 1944 to 1946. Bill was never married but was dearly loved by his nieces nephews, great-nieces and great nephews. Bill worked at Baldwin Venetian Blind for 21 years. He also worked for Zenith and the Gospel Publishing House until his retirement. Bill attended and graduated from Fair Grove High School. 

Bill upon retirement loved to cook and volunteer at Dolling Senior Center. Bill took care of his mother until her passing. He had many friends and never met a stranger. He lived alone until he turned 94. He loved to tell people about the Lord. He was a lifelong member of Peace Chapel Church in Fair Grove.

Bill is survived by his sister: Virginia Caudill of Republic and his stepsister Loid LaNear of Joplin. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and cousins. His Sense of Humor will be missed by all of them.

Funeral services will be at 3:00 p.m. Friday, July 29, 2022, at Greenlawn Funeral Home North, with burial to follow in Mount Comfort cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday evening from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

Minnie Rush

(From Greenfield Funeral Chapel)

Minnie Louise (Dickerson) Rush, of Springfield, MO, departed this life on Sunday, July 24, 2022, surrounded by her loving family, after a brief illness, at the age of 94.

She was born on July 10, 1928 in South Greenfield, MO to Hubert and Leta (Sorrell) Dickerson. Louise was a graduate of Greenfield High School Class of 1945. 

She married Richard Rush on October 11, 1947 and they were privileged to spend 51 years together. To this union, four daughters were born. 

Louise spent most of her life in Dade County. She retired as a bookkeeper from the Lockwood Farmers Exchange. Her most rewarding job of her life was being a wife, mother, and member of the Lockwood Christian Church.

Preceding her in death were her parents, Hubert and Leta Dickerson; her husband, Richard Rush; her mother and father-in-law, Margariet and Truman Rush; her sister and brother-in-law, Gladys and Roy Pyle; one nephew, Jimmy Pyle; and one son-in-law, Stan Pierce.

Louise is survived by her four daughters, Becky Dobbs and husband Joe, Brenda Thompson and husband Darrell, Belinda Stogsdill and husband Gregg, and Beleta Pierce and her late husband Stan; five grandchildren, Brian Jacobs, Matthew Thompson and wife Shannon, Kevin Thompson and wife Megan, J.C. Pierce and wife Kristin, and Jermaine Pierce Grubbs and husband Adam; ten great-grandchildren, Brianna Jacobs, Brett Perry, Ryker Thompson, Sebastian Thompson, Ethan Thompson, Katelyn Thompson, Griffin Thompson, Dexter Grubbs, Ruby Grubbs, and Harper Pierce; half-sister (by choice), Joy Ainsworth; and one nephew, Roy Pyle and wife Lynne and their children and grandchild.

A private family graveside service will be held at Pippenger Cemetery. Louise will be laid to rest beside her dear husband, loving mother and daddy, special mother and father-in-law. Memorial contributions may be made to the Pippenger Cemetery. Services are under the care of Greenfield Funeral Chapel.

Matthew McCullough

Matthew LeRoy McCullough, 53, St. Joseph, passed away Thursday, June 23, 2022.

He was born on January 24, 1969, in Kansas City, MO.

Matthew grew up in Kansas City, MO. Matthew was an only child, however he did have several foster siblings. Matthew lived in Nevada, MO, Joplin, MO, Lamar, MO and in 2015 moved to St. Joseph, MO. Matthew worked at Specialty Industries since 2021. 

Matthew enjoyed going to church and spending time with friends. Matthew was loved by many and will be missed.

A Celebration of life was held at Grace Evangelical Church, July 10th, 2022.

Jerry Haught

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Jerry Lee Haught was born December 8, 1946, in Wheaton, Missouri, one of three sons to Treva E. and Molinda (Reynolds) Haught. He entered into rest on July 26, 2022, following an accident at his home at the age of seventy-five. 

 

Jerry was a lifelong area resident and had worked as an over the road truck driver until his retirement. He was an entrepreneur and owned and operated Jerry’s Café on the south side of the square in the 1970s and later flipped houses and owned rental houses and apartments in Neosho. 

He was an avid motorcycle rider and fisherman and he especially enjoyed spending time with family. Jerry was a member of the Rocketdyne Road Church of Christ. 

On June 1, 1965, Jerry, and Diane (Stevens) were united in marriage in Neosho and she survives of the home. 

In addition to his wife of 57 years, Jerry is survived by two children, Sherry Guidry and husband, Jim, Steve Haught, and wife, Juli; one brother, Benny Haught and wife, Linda; brother-in-law, Steve Stevens and wife, Kathy; five grandchildren, Jamie Guidry, Steven Guidry, Jennifer Henderson, Makinzie Haught and Morgan Haught and four great grandchildren. 

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by a brother, Duane Haught. 

Funeral services will be held on Friday, July 29, 2022, at 2 pm at the Clark Funeral Home Chapel of Memories, Denny Kruse will officiate. Interment will follow in the Oakwood Cemetery, south of Neosho. The family will receive friends at a time of visitation Friday, from 1 pm until service time. 

Contributions in memory of Jerry may be made to Neosho Christian School, c/o Clark Funeral Home, PO Box 66; Neosho, Missouri 64850.