Myrna Jean Dennis

Myrna Jean Dennis, age 84, of Nixa, Missouri, went to her Lord and Savior on Easter, April 5, 2026. She was born on November 22, 1941, to Henry and Pearl Hahn of Dallas Texas.

On April 7, 1989, Myrna was united in marriage to Garry Wayne Dennis. They shared many happy years together until his passing in 2022. Together, they loved to travel, with special memories made in Hawaii and Alaska.

Myrna was a woman of strong faith and deep devotion. First and foremost, she loved the Lord and His Word, and she knew Scripture well. She also held a deep love for her husband and family. Myrna earned her master’s degree in psychology from Evangel University and used her education to serve others through Christian counseling and mission work. She was actively involved in Grief Share, where she compassionately helped others navigate the journey of loss.

Myrna worshiped at various churches throughout her life, building a community of friends who shared her faith. Most recently she attended King's Church Ozark, with previous homes at Hope Church, and James River Church. She was known to enjoy her spa days and weekly trips to TJ Maxx. Myrna loved shopping, eating lunch with friends, Cardinals baseball, baking and decorating for the holidays. Her themed family dinners created cherished memories for all who attended.

Myrna was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

She is survived by her sons, Rick (Melissa) Noble, Russ Noble and Rod (Debbie) Noble; her sister, Janita Cooper; her grandchildren, Beth (Jeremy) Alvarez, Jessica (Matt) Williams, Jacob Noble, and Molly Noble; and her great-grandchildren, Jude and Gabe Alvarez, and Goldie and Sunny Williams.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her beloved husband, Garry Wayne Dennis; and her brothers, Jerry Hahn and Hank Hahn. A funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, April 10, 2026, at Adams Funeral Home, Nixa, with Pastor Jeremy Alvarez officiating. Visitation will be held prior to the service at 12:00 p.m. Burial will follow at Hopedale Cemetery in Ozark, Missouri.