Gene Sprenkle

 

(From Ozark Funeral Home)

Mr. Joseph Eugene “Gene” Sprenkle, 86, of Neosho, Missouri, departed this life on Thursday evening, September 24, 2020, in the comfort of his residence.

Gene entered this life on September 25, 1933, in Neosho, Missouri, son of the late Joseph Emmanuel and Vashti (Fenimore) Sprenkle. He was raised Neosho and was a graduate of Neosho High School. He furthered his education at Crowder College receiving an Associates Degree. 

On October 15, 1955 he was united in marriage to Jo-Ann Henderson and to this union six children were born. Shortly after their marriage they moved to California where Gene was employed by General Telephone. In 1969, they decided to return to Neosho.

 

He was employed by La-Z-Boy as an upholsterer, retiring in 1998. Gene served his country faithfully in the United States Navy aboard the USS Embattle during the Korean War. Gene was an active member of the Neosho LDS Church where he serves as a Primary Instructor. He enjoyed gardening, fishing and was a former Boy Scout Leader.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife of fifty-six years, Jo-Ann Sprenkle on March 10, 2012; a brother, Paul Sprenkle; and two sisters, Ruby and Opal Sprenkle.

Gene is survived by his six children, Joe Sprenkle and wife, Edna, of Ontario, Canada, Stephen Sprenkle and wife, Vicki, of Kansas City, Kansas, William Sprenkle and wife, Terri, of Parsons, Kansas, Robert Sprenkle and wife, Virginia, of Billings, Montana, Nancy Layne and husband, Thomas, of Enid, Oklahoma and Le-Ann Newberry and husband, Jamie, of Neosho; twenty-nine grandchildren; several great grandchildren; as well as a host of other family and friends.

Graveside services with full military honors are 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 29, 2020 at Oakwood Cemetery in Neosho, Missouri. Grandsons will be serving as pallbearers. The family will receive friends on Monday evening from 5-7:00 p.m. in the Anderson Chapel of the Ozark Funeral Homes. On-line condolences may be sent to the family through our website, www.ozarkfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are under the personal care and direction of the Ozark Funeral Home in Anderson, Missouri.

Lillian Studdard

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Lillian Wayne Studdard was born August 6, 1924 in Violet Hill, Arkansas, the daughter of Walter W. and Fern V. (Cooper) Stone. She entered into rest on September 24, 2020 at her home, following two years of declining health at the age of 96. 

Lillian moved to the Neosho in 1942 at the age of 18. She had worked at Pet Milk, IGA and was a homemaker. She enjoyed singing, quilting and sewing and doing crossword puzzles. She was a member of Fellowship Baptist Church. 

Lillian married Elmer Studdard on December 4, 1943 and he preceded her in death in March of 2001. She is survived by a daughter, Willa Dean Linton of Neosho; grandchildren, Sheila (Jon) Reagan, Kelly Livers, Brian (Jennifer) Linton, Matthew Wayne Studdard and Amy Jones and great grandchildren, Paige Reagan, Peri Reagan, Brent (Katie) Layne, Brandon Layne and fiance' Colleen Nelson and Lina Livers and one sister, Lavaun (Dawn) Bushnell of Neosho. 

In addition to her husband and parents, she is preceded in death by a daughter, Jeanie Dee Linton, a son, Larry Wayne Studdard and a brother, Thednal Stone.

VISITATION

Clark Funeral Home
Sunday, September 27, 2020
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
312 S Wood
Neosho, Missouri

GRAVESIDE SERVICE

Neosho Memorial Park Cemetery
Monday, September 28, 2020
11:00 AM
20388 Gateway Dr
Neosho, MO


Contributions in memory of Lillian may be made to Fellowship Baptist Church, c/o Clark Funeral Home, PO Box 66; Neosho, MO 64850.

Susie Faubion

(From Daniel Funeral Home)

Susan Beth Faubion, age 65, of Lamar, Missouri was carried into the arms of Jesus while worshiping with her family through FaceTime on September 22, 2020, at Freeman Hospital West.

Susie was born January 21, 1955 in Oakland, California to Leotus Kreighbaum and Dorothy (Scott) Kreighbaum. Susie graduated from Lamar High School in the class of 1973.

On June 10, 1972, Susie married the love of her life, Terry Edward Faubion (Bonzo) in Lamar, MO. She appreciated all the fun trips they took together with her family and her sister Carole and Doug. She loved getting together with all of her brothers and sisters on both sides of the family and loved all of her nieces and nephews.

Susie had previously worked at Ansley's TV for 17 years. Her real goal in life was to get married and raise her family, which she did so well. Her grandchildren were her biggest blessings.

Susie was a member of Milford Christian Church and involved in a home Bible study group for 30 years. She had many unique ministries, but her passion was serving the widows. They each held a very special place in her heart and she loved them immensely. She truly had the gifts of compassion and mercy and God blessed many through her. God blessed her with many friends and she cherished each of them.

Susie spent countless hours preparing for the perfect parties for every holiday for her family. She also enjoyed shopping for the perfect gifts for EVERYONE!

Survivors include her husband, Terry "Bonzo" Faubion, one son; Jeremy (Emily) Faubion, Marshfield, MO, one daughter; Sarah (Darrell) Doss, Lamar, MO, three brothers; Bill (Jeannie) Kreighbaum, Liberty, MO, John (JoAnne) Kreighbaum, Dallas, Texas, Doug (Denise) Kreighbaum, Overland Park, MO, one sister; Carole (Doug) DeGarmo, Kearney, MO, five grandchildren; Kailey Faubion, Hallee Doss, Andrew Faubion, Jaycee Doss and Alyssa Faubion.

Preceding Susie in death were her parents.

Funeral services will be Saturday, September 26th, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. at Lamar First Baptist Church with burial to follow in Memory Gardens Cemetery.

Please join us in honoring the family's request that everyone in attendance wear masks.

Contributions are suggested and made payable to Milford Christian Church Widow Banquet Fund in care of Daniel Funeral Home.

Sydni Brown

(From Parker Mortuary)

Sydni Marie Brown, age 12, of Seneca, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, September 22, 2020, after the most courageous battle with cancer.

Sydni was born July 11, 2008, in Joplin, Missouri, to Nathan and Darci (Simpson) Brown. Sydni completed 6th grade at Seneca Schools, where she participated in cheerleading, and had just began her 7th grade year at the junior high.

Sydni was creative and loved art, listening to music, and spent countless hours on YouTube. She was happy, vibrant, full of life and she had the most beautiful smile. While she was only on this earth for a short time, Sydni had a positive impact on everyone she encountered and taught others more than they could ever teach her. The world lost a very bright light in her passing and she will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Sydni was preceded in death by her heavenly baby brother, Eli Blaine; and her grandfather, Mike Simpson.

Survivors include her parents, Nathan and Darci Brown; five siblings, Madison, Maci, Justus, Logan and Daxton; grandparents, Sandi Simpson, Cammy Goucher (Kavin), and Richard Brown; her loving aunts, uncles, and cousins; as well as a host of extended family and friends.

The family will celebrate Sydni’s life on Saturday, September 26, 2020, at 2:00 p.m. at Racine Christian Church. Pastor Ken Robinson will officiate. Visitation will begin at 1:00 p.m. at the church until service time. In lieu of flowers, please honor Sydni by donating to Children’s Cancer Research Fund or the American Childhood Cancer Organization.

Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary, Joplin, Missouri.

Anna Adams

(From Derfelt Funeral Home)

Anna May Adams, age 86 passed away at 10:22 am, Tuesday, September 22, 2020 at the home of her daughter following an illness.

Anna May was born February 10, 1934 in Cedarvale, KS. Her parents were Harley and Lina (Smith) Hill. She moved to Galena in the early 1950’s.

She graduated from Baxter Springs High School with the class of 1952. She worked as an inspector at Pacific Mercury/Dorflex and later at Motorola/Display Tech for several years. She and her husband also owned and operated the Galena Skating Rink and later the Crown Lanes Bowling Alley.

She was a member of New Hope Assembly, Joplin, MO. She was known to be a very caring, loving person. Her family was her greatest joy. She was a talented artist and crafter and had researched genealogy for several generations of her family.

She was married to Lee Adams on October 12, 1952 in Bentonville, AR. He preceded her in death December 19, 2009. She was also preceded in death by her parents, her daughter-in-law, Kim Adams, her siblings, Juanita White, Darlene Hill, Nadine Thompson, and Clarence Hill, her sister-in-law Charlene Hill-Stapleton, and a nephew Ray Adams that she was very close to.

Surviving is one son, Ronnie Adams (Charlottte Rush), Fayetteville, AR; one daughter, Anna Lee Alumbaugh (Rick), Loma Linda, MO; one brother, Wesley Hill (Pat), Coweta, OK; grandchildren, Jodi Alumbaugh (Justin Hartje), Scott Alumbaugh, Ryan Adams, Jessica Adams (Michael Bartholomew), and Chris Krei; 3 great-grandchildren, Casey Krei (Ashlyn), Quentin Krei, and Isla Bartholomew; two great-great grandchildren, Carter Krei and Marley Krei; and two nieces that she was close to Kathy Dunbar and Katrina (Mike) Callstrom.

Funeral services will be at 2:00 pm, Friday, September 25, 2020 at Derfelt Funeral Home, Galena, KS. Bob Winnett will officiate. Burial will be in Lowell Cemetery, Lowell, KS.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 – 7:00 pm, Thursday, September 24, 2020 at Derfelt Funeral Home, Galena, KS.

Kari Poorman

(From Mason-Woodard Mortuary)

Kari Poorman, age 57 of Carl Junction passed away at home on Tuesday, September 22, 2020 surrounded by her loving family.

Kari was born on June 14, 1963 in Newfoundland, Canada to Ernest K. and Myrna (Goodrich) Lindley. Kari was united in marriage to Steven Poorman on September 9. 1995 in Redlands, California. Together they had four children.

Kari loved her children and granddaughter very much. They were her world. She loved playing board games and could be extremely competitive. To relax she enjoyed scrapbooking, reading, and putting together puzzles. She was the best wife, mom, grandma, and friend and will be dearly missed.

Kari was preceded in death by her father, and one brother Kyle Lindley. 

She is survived by her husband of 25 years, Steve Poorman, sons, Robert Poorman (Katie), Dylan Poorman, Caleb Poorman, and Blake Poorman. One granddaughter Caroline Poorman, her mother, Myrna Lindley, and one brother Keith Lindley.
Arrangements are under the care and direction of Mason-Woodard Mortuary and Crematory, Joplin, Missouri.

Bill Irvin

(From Campbell-Biddlecome Funeral Home)

William (Bill) G. Irvin, SR. former Seneca, MO resident passed into eternal rest September 23, 2020 at Mercy Hospital in Joplin after an illness.

William Gordon Irvin Sr. was born January 15, 1928 in Drumright, Ok the son of Gordon and Lola Pearl (Riley) Irvin. Bill left school to join the Navy and served his country for two years then returned and graduate from Seneca High School in 1948. He then went to a vo-tech school and learn the trade of working on office machines. He worked for Jacob’s Office Supply in Paulsvalley, OK for 11 years. Bill then moved to Seneca in 1961 and went to work for Rocketdyne in Neosho. 

In 1969 he purchased Irvin’s DX station on Main Street of Seneca. Bill also served on the Seneca City Council, Seneca City Judge, Lost Creek Manor Board, Lost Creek Water Shed and the Seneca Recycling Center. Bill was a 32nd degree Mason and a member of the Blue Lodge # 247 in Neosho, MO. Bill was a member of the Seneca Church of Christ.

William G. Irvin Sr. married Virginia Lee Mailes July 10, 1949 in rural Seneca, MO. and she preceded him in death November 23, 2015. 

Bill was also preceded in death by one son William (Little Bill) Irvin Jr.; one brother Victor Irvin.

Survivors include one son, Wes Irvin and wife Nancy, Seneca, MO; one daughter, Shelly Hoofnagle and husband Hal, Joplin, MO; 7 grandchildren, Michael Slaughter, Lindsay Irvin, Adam Hoofnagle, Michelle Lankford, Lesley Gordon, Coy Irvin and Staci Watson; 17 great-grandchildren; siblings, Oneeta Olson, Doug Irvin Sr. and Gaylon Irvin and host of extended family and friends.

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

A Celebration of Life Memorial Graveside service will be held at 10:00 am, Saturday, September 26, 2020 at the Swars Prairie Baptist Cemetery with Jake King minister officiating.