OBITUARIES

Dr. Dennis D. Sloan

Dr. Dennis D. Sloan

Sep 4, 2025

Dr. Dennis D. Sloan, of Nixa, Missouri, passed away on September 4, 2025, at the age of 75. He was born March 19, 1950, in Springfield, Missouri, to Bill and Ada (Gill) Sloan.

Dennis was a proud graduate of Central High School. He went on to earn his bachelor’s degree at Southwest Missouri State University, his master’s degree at Southern Illinois...

James Michael Wade

James Michael Wade

Sep 2, 2025

James Michael Wade

March 21, 1951 – September 2, 2025

James Michael Wade, 74, of Nixa, Missouri, passed peacefully on September 2, 2025, with his wife by his side.

James will be remembered as a husband, father, and grandfather who cherished time with his family. He is survived by his loving wife, Jody Wade; daughters, Jessica Myers and Jamie Spencer; and son-in-law, John...

Richard Ray Baladez

Richard Ray Baladez

Sep 2, 2025

Richard Ray Baladez, beloved husband, father, son, and friend, passed away at the age of 49. He was born on January 25, 1976, in Pomona, California, to his mother, Joy Ann, who raised him with love and strength.

For 21 years, Richard shared his life with his wife, Julianna, the love of his life. Together they built a home filled with...

Metta Jean Scott

Metta Jean Scott

Aug 30, 2025

Metta Jean Scott, of Ozark, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2025, at the age of 100. She was born May 15, 1925, and lived a full and beautiful life.

Metta dedicated 36 years of service to Southwestern Bell, where she worked with diligence and care. Outside of work, she found joy in the simple things—crocheting, knitting, playing the organ, and...

Linda Louise Schilter

Linda Louise Schilter

Aug 29, 2025

Linda Louise LaFollette Cummins Schilter was born on July 4, 1938, to Gertrude (Miller) and Charles Clinton LaFollette in Kansas City, MO. She passed on August 29, 2025, at the age of 87.

Linda graduated as Valedictorian from Miami High School in Amsterdam, MO. Then she attended UMKC. As a child, she enjoyed riding her favorite horse, "Nipper" (an old mare)...

Shannon Chad Bolin

Shannon Chad Bolin

Aug 29, 2025

Shannon “Chad” Bolin, 54, of Highlandville, Missouri, passed away on August 29, 2025, in his home surrounded by his loving and adoring family and into the arms of his Savior after a courageous battle with cancer.

Chad was born on August 11, 1971, in Springfield, Missouri, the son of Roger and Betty (Pryer) Bolin. He was a proud 1989 graduate of...

Shirley Rice Jensen

Shirley Rice Jensen

Aug 29, 2025

Shirley Mae Jensen, age 88, passed away peacefully on August 29, 2025, in her cherished hometown of Ozark. Born on September 1, 1936, in Rogersville, Missouri, she was the beloved daughter of Henry Lafayette and Mary Marie (Plank) Layne.

Shirley leaves behind a legacy of love and strength through her four devoted sons: Wayne Rice and his wife JaDonna of Ozark,...

Sandy Lynn Aldridge

Sandy Lynn Aldridge

Aug 28, 2025

Sandra Lynn (Case) Aldridge, age 68 of Oldfield, died August 28, 2025. She was born on October 9, 1956, the daughter of Larry Case and Myrtle (Frye) Case, was born in Roseville, California, the oldest of five children.

Sandy was in the graduating class of 1974 of Sparta High School, Sparta, Missouri. She worked 40 years for General Electric in Springfield,...

Jerry David Melton

Jerry David Melton

Aug 28, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Jerry David Melton, age 62 of Ozark on August 28, 2025.

He was born September 9, 1962 to Harold and Judy (Adams) Melton. He grew up in Ozark, Missouri and graduated from Ozark High School in 1980.

At the age of 18 Jerry joined the United States Navy and served on...

Billy Gene Swearengin

Billy Gene Swearengin

Aug 25, 2025

Bill Swearengin, a faithful servant of God, received his crown of life on August 25,2025, just in time to celebrate his sweetie’s birthday with her on August 26th in heaven!

Bill was born in Elkhead, MO, on March 26,1930, to Albert & Ruby Swearengin, the second of 7 children. He graduated from Fordland High School and proudly served in the U.S....

Kenneth Loren Fitzpatrick

Kenneth Loren Fitzpatrick

Aug 24, 2025

Kenneth Loren Fitzpatrick, age 84, of Nixa, passed away on Sunday, August 24, 2025. Born on October 14, 1940, in Springfield, he was the son of Loren Kenneth Fitzpatrick and Leola Kathleen (Campbell) Fitzpatrick.

Kenneth dedicated over 40 years to a successful career in banking. He was a founder and president of Battlefield National Bank and later Landmark Bank. He also...

Jerry Lee Wilson

Jerry Lee Wilson

Aug 23, 2025

Jerry Wilson was born and raised in Cherryvale Kansas to Lee and Arleetia Wilson. He was the oldest of three sons. He grew up in Cherryvale, Kansas and graduated from Cherryvale High School, Independence Junior College and Pittsburg State University. Upon graduation, Jerry went to Hannibal Missouri to teach woodworking and industrial arts in The Junior High School. There he...

Carl Jean Jones

Carl Jean Jones

Aug 23, 2025

Carl Jean Jones, of Nixa, Missouri, passed away leaving behind a legacy of faith, devotion, and strength on August 23, 2025, at the age of 79. He was born December 29, 1945, to Jesse and Susie (Rutledge) Jones.

He was the kind of person who touched lives in a way you seldom hear of—genuinely, fully, and with a presence that uplifted...

Yancy Marie Snider

Yancy Marie Snider

Aug 22, 2025

Yancy Marie Snider, of Ozark, passed away at the age of 54, in Glendale Gardens Nursing & Rehabilitation. She was born with cerebral palsy and some additional health issues. Yancy was born in Lebanon, Missouri to Kenneth Dale Snider Sr. & Billie Marie (Jones) Snider.

Yancy had a smile that was contagious, and she loved hugs from everyone. Her favorite times...

Jana Carol Yancer

Jana Carol Yancer

Aug 21, 2025

Jana Carol Yancer, age 69, of Tulsa, Oklahoma died August 21, 2025. Jana was born on August 3, 1956, the daughter of Manford and Goldie (Coffer) Nokes.

Jana leaves behind a legacy of love through her cherished children, Tyler Stalker, married to Katy Stalker, and Ashton Leigh, married to Daniel Leigh. Her pride and joy thrived in the smiles of her...

Randy Lee Gilmore

Randy Lee Gilmore

Aug 21, 2025

Randy Lee Gilmore

September 28, 1955 – August 21, 2025

Randy Lee Gilmore, of Nixa, passed away at the age of 69, leaving behind a legacy of faith, family, and compassion. He was born September 28, 1955, in Lockwood, Missouri, to Ralph and Georganna Gilmore, and grew up in South Greenfield, Missouri, where his roots and values were firmly planted.

In 1975, Randy...

Warner Dale Roaseau

Warner Dale Roaseau

Aug 18, 2025

Warner Dale Roaseau, age 57, of Ozark, Missouri, entered into rest with his family by his side as he went on to his beautiful new home on August 18, 2025. He was welcomed in by his savior, Jesus Christ, and reunited with his sweet momma, Vera Maxine. He was born November 14, 1967, to Winford Dale and Vera Maxine Roaseau.

Warner...

Nancy Ann Keegan

Nancy Ann Keegan

Aug 16, 2025

Nancy A. Keegan died Saturday, August 16, 2025, peacefully in her home.

Mrs. Keegan was born October 2, 1940, in Grubbs, Arkansas, the daughter of Claude and Minnie (Williamson) Henley. She was a devout member of Hope Lutheran Church in Republic for many years. Mrs. Keegan was an Ozark resident since 2004 and is formally of Mountain Home, Arkansas.

On July 21,...

Wilma Dean Drewer

Wilma Dean Drewer

Aug 12, 2025

Wilma Dean Drewer, 95, of Nixa, Missouri, passed away peacefully on August 12, 2025 at Cox South Hospital, Springfield. She was born July 12, 1930 to Paul and Irene Miller.

She grew up in Corning, Arkansas on the family farm. She was the oldest sister of nine siblings, who fondly called her “Sis.” She graduated from Corning High School. After she...

Roberto "Bob" Olivera

Roberto "Bob" Olivera

Aug 12, 2025

Roberto “Bob” Olivera, age 78, of Ozark, Missouri, passed away on August 12, 2025. He was born October 25, 1946, in Manhattan, New York, to Angel and Ophelia Olivera.

At the age of four, Bob’s family moved to Miami, Florida, where he grew up. After graduating from high school, he proudly served in the United States Air Force, where he met...