OBITUARIES
Darrel E. Becker
Sep 10, 2025
Darrel Eugene Becker, 85, of Nixa, Missouri, passed away on September 10, 2025. He was born on August 30, 1940, to Abe and Velma Becker.
Darrel graduated from Buhler High School in Buhler, Kansas, where he enjoyed playing football and working on vehicles. He worked as a Pizza Hut Manager and later retired after 28 years as the Dillons Deli Manager.
On...
Michael Edward Pace
Sep 11, 2025
Michael Edward Pace passed away on September 11, 2025 from complications related to Acute Myeloid Leukemia, a disease he had bravely battled and had been in remission from. He was a fighter to the end. The family would like to extend heartfelt thanks to Ankur Varma, MD and Juan Carlos Rico Crescencio, MD, as well as the entire UAMS team...
John Henry Edmiston
Sep 9, 2025
John Henry Edmiston, 79, of Ozark, Missouri, passed away on September 9, 2025. He was born on March 17, 1946, to Paul and Martha Edmiston.
John graduated from St. Francis High School and later went on to earn his bachelor’s degree in college. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy for thirty years, holding many roles before retiring...
Marvin Allen Little
Sep 7, 2025
Marvin Allen Little, age 93, of Stover, Missouri, passed away on September 7, 2025. He was born September 26, 1931, in Lowry, Arkansas, to Milton and Eliza Little.
Marvin grew up on a farm where hard work became second nature to him from an early age. In 1948, he proudly enlisted in the United States Air Force, serving his country with...
Virginia "Jeannie" Lang
Sep 6, 2025
Virginia “Jeannie” Lang, 96, of Ozark, Missouri, passed away peacefully surrounded by family. She was born on June 26, 1929, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to William and Mary (Grochalski) Pauloski. After her mother’s passing when she was just 14, Virginia was raised with love and guidance by her stepmother, Florence. She grew up in Pittsburgh’s “Polish Hill” neighborhood, where her faith...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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