OBITUARIES
Marilyn Ann Hopkins
Jun 11, 2025
Marilyn Ann Hopkins, age 79, passed away on June 11, 2025, in her home with her daughter by her side.Marilyn was born on February 27, 1946, in Lansing, Michigan to Ivan and Esther Frazier.
Marilyn was united in marriage to Billy Dean Hopkins on March 11, 1966. Both Marilyn and Bill served in the United States Army Honorably. Marilyn retired from...
Nellie Ellen Smith
Jun 10, 2025
Nellie Ellen Smith, age 87, of Bruner, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, June 10, 2025. She was born May 7, 1938, in Willow Springs, Missouri, the daughter of Leonard and Erma (Haxten) Rader.
Nellie graduated from Mountain Grove High School in 1957. On May 29, 1958, she married the love of her life, Roy Bennet Smith. From this union three children were...
Norma Jean Parks
Jun 10, 2025
Norma Jean Parks, 74, of Ozark, Missouri, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2025, at 12:40 a.m.
Born on May 24, 1951, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Norma was the beloved daughter of Lois and Charles Crawford. She grew up in Pittsburgh, where she met and married the love of her life, Gerald “Jerry” Parks. Together, they built a life rooted in faith,...
Charlene Aleshire
Jun 10, 2025
Charlene Aleshire, age 91, of Nixa, Missouri, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2025, in Springfield, Missouri. She was born on December 28, 1933, in Ozark, Missouri, to Ward and Edna (Ellen) Shelton.
Charlene grew up in Ozark, where she attended Ozark High School. A spirited cheerleader, she graduated in May of 1951. Shortly after, in October 1951, she married the...
Chris Gerhard
Jun 9, 2025
Chris Gerhard passed away peacefully on June 9, 2025, at the age of 73.
Born in Washington D.C., Chris was a lifelong enthusiast of golf. Whether he was playing a round himself or dedicated to teaching the local kids through First Tee, the golf course was a place he truly loved. He had an impressive and astounding knowledge of classic movies...
Bobby Gene Barber
Jun 9, 2025
Bobby Gene Barber, 93, of Nixa MO passed into the arms of the Lord on June 9, 2025. Bob’s children and family will miss him greatly. Bob was born on a farm in Nixa and lived in Nixa his entire life, except for 2 years, during his Korean War military service. During his service he received a National Defense Service...
Kittie Storm Govreau
Jun 9, 2025
Kittie Storm Govreau, age 75, passed away June 9, 2025 in Springfield, Missouri. Kittie is survived by her loving, brown-eyed husband, Bill; independent, handsome, strong, and intelligent son, James; beautiful, blue-eyed, terrific wife and mother, compassionate and caring daughter, Rachel. She is also survived by her four perfect grandchildren; Samantha Govreau, Brett Eno, Kaleb Eno, Alex Eno. And by her...
Tim McCafferty
Jun 7, 2025
Tim McCafferty of Nixa, Missouri, passed away surrounded by those who loved him. He was born to Jerry and Hazel (Stinman) McCafferty and was a 1987 graduate of Nixa High School.
Tim grew up working on the family farm and loved riding the tractor with his dad. He was always willing to help with the combine, bulldozer, or whatever was needed....
Trey Don Hunt
Jun 5, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Trey Don Hunt, (19) of Nixa, MO, who passed away on June 5, 2025. Trey was born on May 8, 2006 in Springfield, Missouri.
Trey was a student at OTC and Nixa S.C.O.R.E. High School. Trey loved table tennis and played it often and was scheduled to play in a tournament prior to...
Rita Fay Thompson
Jun 5, 2025
Rita Fay Thompson of Nixa, Missouri, passed away on June 5, 2025, at the age of 74. She was born on October 18, 1950, to Gertie (Thomas) Smythe. Rita was a 1968 graduate of Galena High School.
Rita was a woman of deep Christian faith. Through all her life experiences she never let her faith or her love for the Lord...
Linda Kay Potter
May 30, 2025
Linda Kay Potter, 78, of Marshfield, Missouri, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2025. She was born on April 19, 1947, to Marvin and Kathryn Helms.
Linda was a proud graduate of Paseo High School in Kansas City, Missouri. She dedicated over 30 years of her life to caring for others as a Licensed Practical Nurse. A woman of faith, she...
Rodney Lee Riley
May 28, 2025
Rodney Lee Riley, of Miller, Missouri, passed away on May 28, 2025, at the age of 77. He was born on March 15, 1948, to Bill and Hazel Marvella Riley and was raised in Chadwick, Missouri.
In 1972, Rodney was united in marriage to Pamela Riley, in Miami, Oklahoma. Together they shared 53 wonderful years and were blessed with one son,...
William "Chuck" Dillman
May 27, 2025
William “Chuck” Charles Dilllman was born on November 23, 1942 in Pampa Texas, and passed away peacefully in his home in Republic, Missouri on May 27, 2025. He was the son of William and Mary Dillman and was preceded in death by his beloved wife Theresa Dillman who he was married to for 59 years.
Chuck served in the US Marine...
Teresa Kay Helt
May 26, 2025
Teresa Kay (Thomas) Helt, age 59 of Clever, passed away May 26, 2025. She was born December 18, 1965 in San Marcos, Texas, the daughter of Alvin and Alice (Mangum) Thomas.
On July 17, 1982, Teresa was united in marriage to William Franklin “Bill” Helt. Bill preceded Teresa in death on January 22, 2023.
Teresa was a homemaker and loved taking care...
Michael "Mike" O'Brien Cassidy
May 24, 2025
Michael “Mike” O'Brien Cassidy, passed away on May 24, 2025. Born on September 25, 1958, in Shreveport, Louisiana, he was the son of James and Betty Eloise (Holtzclaw) Cassidy.
Mike's heart was intertwined with love and devotion, especially evident in his marriage to Janet Sepulvado, a union that brought them immense joy and companionship. Throughout his life, Mike embraced the great...
Joan Hillier
May 23, 2025
Joan Hillier, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed into the presence of the Lord on May 23, 2025, at the age of 85. Born on June 24, 1939, Joan was preceded in death by her parents, Opal and Myrl Roberts. Joan lived a life filled with love, resilience, and devotion to her family and friends.
Joan was mother to her...
Allan Carver Gallo
May 23, 2025
Allan Carver Gallo, 82 of Nixa, Missouri, died peacefully of natural causes at his home in the early morning hours of Friday, May 23, 2025. He was born November 28, 1942 in Braddock, Pennsylvania. Al was a graduate of Shanksville-Stonycreek High School and was raised in Stoystown, Pa.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Florence Gallo. He...
Carla Ann Adams
May 23, 2025
Carla Ann Adams passed away May 23, 2025, at the age of 80. Born on May 29, 1944, in Ozark, she was the daughter of Carl and Edna (Glenn) Blevins.
Carla grew up in Ozark, and was a member of Selmore Christian Church. She was a 1962 graduate of Ozark High School. On January 3, 1963 she was united in marriage...
Jewell Ann Fletcher
May 21, 2025
Jewell Ann “Gigi” Fletcher of Nixa, Missouri, passed away on May 21, 2025, at the age of 77. She was born on November 12, 1947, to Merlin and Pauline (Wintjen) Stanifer.
Jewell graduated from Mansfield High School in 1966 on a Friday and married the love of her life, Arnold Evans Fletcher, the very next day on Saturday, May 14, 1966....
Pauline Coffer
May 21, 2025
Pauline Coffer, age 87 of Ozark, passed away on May 21, 2025 surrounded by Family. She was born in Keltner, Missouri on July 5, 1937, to Lillie (Hall) Gann and Elmer Gann. Where she was the 6th of seven children.
On September 12, 1955, she was united in marriage to Earl Amos Coffer celebrating 68 ½ years of marriage. To this...
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