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James Wesley Martin

James Wesley Martin

Jun 27, 2025

James Wesley Martin (Jim), aged 88, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on June 27, 2025. He left behind a legacy of kindness, warmth and a life well lived. A beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend to all who knew him. He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Sylvia (Tibby), his children, Michael Martin (Karin), Shelly...

Brad Leroy Drake

Brad Leroy Drake

Jun 24, 2025

Brad Leroy Drake, of Highlandville, Missouri, passed away on June 24, 2025, at the age of 67. He was born on December 16, 1957, to Nelson and Nadine Drake.

Brad was united in marriage to the love of his life, Pam, on May 22, 1995, in Miami, Oklahoma. Together, they built a life rooted in faith, family, and hard work.

From an...

Cindy Lou Coble

Cindy Lou Coble

Jun 21, 2025

Cindy Lou Coble Age 70 passed away peacefully Saturday on June 21, 2025.  Cindy was born in Ozark, Missouri to Earl & Anna Cathleen (Bilyeu) Rogers. She married the love of her life on February 24, 1978.  Together they built a life filled with lots of love. 

Cindy devoted many years as a manager at Lee Apparel. She was known for...

David Leon Little

David Leon Little

Jun 19, 2025

David Leon Little went home to be with the Lord on June 19, 2025, at age 65. David was the son of Dean and Katie Little and was born April 3, 1960. David was married to the love of his life, Cindy, on October 16, 1998.

David loved to hunt, fish, camp, woodwork, spend time with his family, and tell stories...

Andra Lynne Johnson

Andra Lynne Johnson

Jun 17, 2025

Andra Lynne (Gamble) Johnson, 78, passed away at home on June 17, 2025, surrounded by the love and care of those who were blessed to know her. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, mentor and friend.

Lynne married her devoted husband, William Johnson, on April 23, 1971, and together they built a loving family and life. They had many adventures...

Gregory Wayne Langston

Gregory Wayne Langston

Jun 16, 2025

Gregory Wayne Langston

Gregory Wayne Langston, age 68, passed away on June 16, 2025. He was born on May 5, 1957, in Springfield, Illinois, to Joseph Miles and Mary Elizabeth Langston. Though he traveled throughout Missouri during his lifetime, his heart always called him to the Springfield, Missouri area.

Greg was happiest playing with his beloved grandchildren, whom he adored. He was...

Ann Elizabeth Conley

Ann Elizabeth Conley

Jun 15, 2025

Ann Elizabeth Conley, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on June 15, 2025, at the age of 67.

Born to Clo Ella Jane (Cory) Leverenz and Robert Allen Leverenz, Ann devoted her life to caring for those she loved. On May 27, 1977, she married the love of her life, Keith Edward Conley, in Springfield, Missouri. Together, they...

Junior Claud Combs

Junior Claud Combs

Jun 15, 2025

Junior Claud Combs of Spokane, Missouri, passed away Sunday, June 15, 2025, at the age of 86. He is preceded in death by his parents, Claud Oliver Combs and Dorothy Dean (Thurman). He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Virginia Gale (Glossip), his son Terry Gene Combs and daughter-in-law Tina (Adams) of Ozark, Missouri, his granddaughter Sophia Claire...

Marilyn Ann Hopkins

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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,...