Clint Engelage

(From Daniel Funeral Home)

Clint Willard Engelage, age 68, of Lamar, Missouri, passed away on September 22, 2025, at Freeman Hospital in Joplin, Missouri.

Clint was born November 16, 1956, in Lamar, Missouri, to Paul Jackson “P.J.” Engelage and Katherine Sue (Willard) Engelage. He graduated with the Lamar High School Class of 1975. On September 26, 1992, he married Helen Rae Moore in Lamar.

Clint was a dedicated land surveyor and proud owner of TFS & Associates. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, watching NASCAR, and spending time with friends. A lifelong Lutheran, his faith was very important to him, and he was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Sarcoxie, Missouri.

He is survived by his wife, Helen; his mother, Katherine Engelage; his sister, Mona Higgins; nieces, Reese Higgins, Amy Pierce (John Scroggins), Allison (Adam) Atnip, and Emily (AJ) Mankey; great-nieces and nephews, Garrett, Addison, and Emery Atnip, Abbie Pierce, James Scroggins, and Brylee and Avrie Mankey; his goddaughters, Molly, Mary, and Macy Bean; his sister-in-law, Donna Bauer; and his caregiver, Cecelia Magoffin.

Clint was preceded in death by his father, Paul “P.J.” Engelage.

A funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at Daniel Funeral Home, with burial to follow at Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery in Lockwood, Missouri. No visitation is scheduled.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Restored Hope Against Addictions or Trinity Lutheran Church, in care of Daniel Funeral Home.

Deloris Anderson

(From Campbell-Biddlecome Funeral Home)

Deloris Elaine Anderson, 70, Branson, MO, passed into eternal rest September 25, 2025, at Cox Medical Center in Branson, MO after a short illness.

Deloris Elaine Nickle was born December 6, 1954, in Neosho, MO. the daughter of Lawrence and Bertie (Vickers) Nickle. Deloris attended East Newton Schools while growing up in her hometown of Granby, MO.

She was preceded in death by her Parents Lawrence and Bertie Nickle; Grandparents Cleo and Stella Nickle; Brother Richard Nickle; and sister Vicky Payton.

Survivors include her children-Susan Simpson and husband Aaron of Branson, MO; Tammy Drake of Stella, MO; and Chris Drake of Neosho, MO; brother Gene Nickle; 8 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren with a host of extended family and friends.

Deloris was a lifelong caregiver to many people throughout her career as a healthcare worker. She enjoyed camping in the outdoors, playing all types of games, reading books, and most of all spending every moment possible with her grandchildren who meant the world to her throughout her life.

A private memorial service will be held by the family at a later date.

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

Patrick Mann

(From Cotter Funeral Home)

Patrick L. Mann, 78, of Momence, IL, died on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at this residence in Momence, IL. He was born on July 1, 1947, in Chicago, IL, the son of James Lowell and Peggy Kyzer Mann. 

He married Leslie Kay Denton on January 1, 1969 in Charleston, SC. She preceded in him in death on September 19, 1988. Patrick later married Sally Porter on December 21, 2001 in Momence, IL. She survives.

He is survived by his wife; Sally Mann of Momence, IL. He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law; Trisha and Ron Vreeman of Momence, IL. His two sons and daughter-in-law; Michael Mann of NJ and Jason and Johnna Mann of Momence, IL. 

Also surviving are three step-sons; Timothy and Michelle Schmidt of Momence, IL, Matt and Kortney Schmidt of Bourbonnais, IL, and Ronald and Emmy Lou Schmidt of Bourbonnais, IL. His step-daughter; Lynette and Todd Minto of Hebron, IN. Patrick is survived by his two brothers and sister-in-law; George and Kris Mann of Kennewick, WA, and Timothy Mann of Granby, MO and his two sisters and brother-in-law; Sharon and Ron Hoffman of Buckingham, IL and Sandra Williams of Grove, OK. He is survived by nineteen grandchildren and sixteen great grandchildren. Also surviving is his lifelong special friend; Erasmo Perales of Momence, IL. 

He is preceded in death by his parents, brother; Michael Mann and brother-in-law; Morris Williams.

Patrick worked at Edmund Allen Lumber Company for 34 years in the sawmill. He served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War and served two tours. He enjoyed woodworking, crafts and camping. He also liked making flowers out of glassware for yard decorations.

Jimmy Vaughan

(From Mason-Woodard Mortuary)

Jimmy Vaughan, age 60, of Goodman, Missouri passed away unexpectedly Tuesday September 23, 2025.

He was born August 28, 1965 in Fort Campbell, Kentucky to Charles and Francis (Robles) Vaughan.

Jimmy was a mechanic by trade and jack of all trades. He enjoyed Monster Trucks, Drift Racing, dune buggies and life.

He married Crystal Wildman on June 22, 2010 and she survives. Jimmy is also survived by his mother Francis, one son, Alvadore Cram and wife Lea, four daughters, Christina Wirth and husband Jordan, Diamon’ Davis and husband Kevin, Katherine Vaughan and husband Brandon Yates, and Maya Vaughan; one brother, Billy Vaughan, one sister, Jacqueline Vaughan; and 10 grandchildren as well as numerous extended family and friends.

Jimmy was preceded in death by his father Charles, one son, James Vaughan Jr., and two sisters, Linda Vaughan Greene, and Catherine Maxwell.

Memorial services will be 2:00 pm Saturday October 18, 2025 at Mason-Woodard Mortuary.

Mac Backerman

(From Fohn Funeral Home)

Mac Eugene Backerman, age 49, of Lamar, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly on September 23, 2025.

He was born on February 10, 1976 and grew up in Lamar, Missouri. He was the beloved husband of Victoria (Dutson) Backerman and a devoted father to their two children, Zoey and Jacob, who were the center of his world. He was the cherished son of Gene and Becky (Knell) Backerman and the younger brother of Jennie (Chad) McManis.

Mac had a deep love for cooking, which led him to earn his Culinary Arts degree from Bridgerland Applied Technology Center in Logan, Utah. He later moved his family to Missouri, where he fulfilled a dream by operating a pizza shop. His creativity and care in the kitchen brought joy to many.

Driven by a passion for helping others, Mac returned to school to earn degrees in Elementary Education and Special Education. He found his true calling in teaching, where his patience, warmth, and dedication made a lasting impact on the lives of his students and colleagues.

Mac was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in many callings throughout his life. His faith was a guiding light, and he lived it through service, compassion, and quiet strength.

He will be remembered for his kind heart, his sense of humor, and the way he made people feel seen and valued. Mac's legacy lives on in the lives he touched as a husband, father, son, brother, uncle, teacher, and friend.

He is survived by his wife, Victoria; their two children, Zoey and Jacob; his parents, Gene and Becky; his sister, Jennie and her husband Chad, and many extended family members and friends.

Services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Monday, September 29, 2025 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Lamar, Missouri, under direction of Fohn Funeral Home in Cassville, Missouri. President Adam Bourgeous will conduct the services. A celebration of life will follow.

Contributions may be made to his children at Lamar Bank & Trust Company in memory of Mac.

Jeff Crabb

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Jeffrey Paul Crabb graduated to Glory on September 25, 2025, at his home in Granby, Missouri, at the age of 73.

Jeff was born on May 21, 1952, in Wichita, Kansas, to Mary Clouse. As a baby, he was adopted by Carlos and Betty Crabb of McPherson, Kansas.

On August 16, 1975, he married the love of his life, Linda Ekdahl, at College Heights Baptist Church in Manhattan, Kansas. She survives him.

A dedicated scholar, Jeff earned three Master's degrees and his Doctorate. He applied his love for numbers and problem-solving in his work as a statistician for Citi Global. He was a member of Sweetwater Baptist Church and a proud Gideon, actively sharing his faith. He was a gifted musician and tenor who served in the church choir for years. He was also a member of the Alpha Tau Omega (ATO) fraternity.

Jeff was a man who loved to stay busy. He especially enjoyed working on his computer and tackling projects that kept his hands and mind active. His faith, work ethic, and kind heart left a lasting impression on all who knew him.

He is survived by his daughter Paula Jean (Alan) Coleman of Paducah, Kentucky; two brothers, Danny (Sally) Bush of Granby, Missouri, and Bill Crabb of Topeka, Kansas; and two grandchildren, Lexy Raven Reed of Murray, Kentucky, and Shawn Nicholas Coleman of Fredonia, Kentucky. He also leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews who loved him dearly.

He was preceded in death by his mother Mary Clouse, and adoptive parents Carlos and Betty Crabb.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Sweetwater Baptist Church, with burial to follow at Gibson Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Mermack Valley Baptist Church Building Fund and Sweetwater Baptist Church, c/o Clark Funeral Home, P.O. Box 66, Neosho, MO 64850.

Gertrude Bishop

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Gertrude Marie Bishop, of Golden City, Missouri, passed away on September 24, 2025, at Mercy Hospital in Joplin, just six days before her 68th birthday.

Gertrude was born on September 30, 1957, in Lamar, Missouri, one of five children born to Carl and Mary (Salow) Chappell. She was raised with a strong sense of family, faith, and simple joys that she carried with her throughout her life.

On June 20, 1992, she married John Lee Bishop in Golden City, Missouri. Together, they shared thirty-three years of devoted marriage, building a life rooted in love, partnership, and mutual respect.

Gertrude attended First Baptist Church of Golden City, where her faith remained a cornerstone of her life. She enjoyed the quiet and creative hobbies of cross-stitching, crocheting, and reading. She especially loved to bake, her homemade rolls were a favorite among family and friends, always made with care and offered with love.

Gertrude will be remembered for her gentle spirit, her warmth, and the way she made others feel at home in her presence. Her legacy is one of love, patience, and the comfort of a life well-lived.

Gertrude is survived by her children: Cheyenne Lee (Bobby) Giger of Diamond, Missouri, and Joy Bishop of Golden City, Missouri. She is also survived by Kenneth Chappel of Golden City, Missouri. She was preceded in death by her parents, and three siblings.

She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.