OBITUARIES
Neal Michael Dye
Mar 5, 2025
Neal Michael Dye, age 79 of Ozark, passed away March 5, 2025.
Neal was born in Manchester, England, his mother's home.
Neal attended Jefferson High School in Cedar Rapids and graduated from Santa Barbara High School. Neal earned an Associate Degree while in Dallas, Texas. Neal served his country in the U. S. Marines from 1963-67 with an extended assignment in...
Jerry Wayne Hedgpeth
Mar 4, 2025
Jerry Hedgpeth, 67, of Clever, Missouri, passed away on March 4, 2025. He was born on January 19, 1958, in Springfield, Missouri, to Lawrence and Betty (Adams) Hedgpeth.
A 1976 graduate of Nixa High School, Jerry began building houses in the late 1970s and quickly became a highly skilled carpenter. Using his expertise, he founded Jerry’s Portable Buildings, a business that...
Carlene Mayberry
Mar 3, 2025
Carlene Mayberry, passed from this life the morning of March 3rd after fighting lung cancer the past year. She was surrounded by her loving family and friends during her last days of life. She never gave up and she always had an amazing outlook on life. She impacted everybody she came across in one way or another.
Carlene was born in...
Linda Sue Watts
Mar 3, 2025
Linda Sue Watts (Rickel) passed away on Monday, March 3, 2025 in her home in Nixa, Missouri. She was born in Gainesville, Missouri on March 22, 1947, the oldest child of Audie and Virgie Rickel. She grew up in Protem, Missouri, attending Mark Twin School, Forsyth High School and Southwest Missouri State University.
Sue was married to Jim Watts for 54...
Benny Baker
Mar 3, 2025
A graveside service will be held for Benny Baker at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, March 6, 2025 at Selmore Cemetery, under direction of Adams Funeral Home, Ozark, with Pastor Richard Essary officiating.
Elisa "Lesa" Diann Duran
Mar 3, 2025
Elisa “Lesa” Diann Duran, a vibrant soul of 52 years, gracefully departed this world on March 3, 2025, in Springfield, Missouri, where she began her journey on November 24, 1972.
The celebration of her life was marked by a profound love, especially on December 15, 2001, when she exchanged vows with Charles Duran, Jr. amidst the breathtaking beauty of Aspen, Colorado....
Karen Kay Wegand
Mar 2, 2025
Karen Kay Curtis Wegand, age 84, was called home to The Lord on March 2, 2025. She was born in Charles City, Iowa January 18, 1941, to Del and Lucy (McGrane) Curtis.
After growing up in a beautiful Midwest small town, she married Benjamin Wegand, moved to San Diego California, and had two children, Joe and Christy. After spending many years...
Stefanie McCall
Mar 1, 2025
Stefanie Dawn McCall, age 53, our beloved friend, sadly left our world on March 1, 2025 at her home in Spokane, Missouri, after a life joyfully lived in service and kindness. Known for her friendly smile and her remarkable ability to turn any chaos into order, Stefanie was what Mr. Rogers would describe as one of the helpers and as...
Nancy Dempsey
Feb 27, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Nancy Dempsey, who left us on February 27, 2025 at the age of 62. A woman of resilience, strength, and unwavering love, Nancy lived a life of determination.
Born September 26, 1962, Nancy was preceded in death by both parents Shirley Poppe and George Moore. Nancy is survived by her only daughter, Lacey...
Twila Fern Delling
Feb 26, 2025
Twila Fern (Reese) Delling, 87, of Nixa, Missouri, passed from this life and entered into her eternal glory on February 26, 2025, surrounded by her husband and children. Twila was born on August 6, 1937, in Shannon Country, Missouri, to Melvin J. and Vera Maurine Reese.
Twila was united in marriage to John F. Delling on August 6, 1955. They have...
Cleta Fulbright
Feb 23, 2025
Cleta Marie Werner Fulbright, 81, of Ozark, Missouri, passed away on February 23, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, faith, and music. Born on June 2, 1943, in Brown's Spring, Missouri, to Mabel Indiana Harmon Werner and John Clark Werner, Cleta lived a life filled with devotion to her family, her faith, and her passion for music.
A talented musician...
Julie Thomas
Feb 23, 2025
Pierrette Julia (Julie) Thomas February 13, 1940 – February 23, 2025
Pierrette Julia d'Eaubonne, known to most as Julie and affectionately called Petie in her youth, passed away peacefully at her home in Ozark, Missouri, on February 23, 2025, at the age of 85.
Julie was born in Bridgeport, Connecticut, on February 13, 1940, to Marc d'Eaubonne. After her mother remarried James...
Betty Swadley
Feb 23, 2025
Betty Louise Swadley, age 97 of Ozark, passed away February 23, 2025. She was born April 16, 1927 in Galloway, Missouri, the daughter of J. L. “Toad” Richardson Laura Mae (Boyd) Richardson.
On October 20, 1943, Betty was united in marriage to Johnny Jacob (Jay) Swadley.
Survivors include: a daughter, Judy Whitaker of Highlandville; a brother, Vernon Richardson of Washington; grandchildren, Sheila...
Vickie Gregg
Feb 22, 2025
Vickie Gregg passed peacefully on February 22, 2025, comforted by a family member. Vickie was the daughter of Dorothy Leigh and Leonard Ancel Kelsay and was born on Jun 20, 1931. She had two brothers, Lee Edward Kelsay and Nathan Kelsay. Vickie learned early how to survive and excel growing up in poverty with a single mother. In January...
Howard Dale LaFevers
Feb 21, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Howard Dale LaFevers of Ozark, Missouri, on February 21, 2025. Born on October 19, 1949, to Ewin and Cleates LaFevers, Howard exemplified a life of integrity, perseverance, and dedication to his family, career, and faith.
Howard was a proud graduate of Raymore-Peculiar High School in Peculiar, Missouri. He went...
Darrell Lee Osborn Sr.
Feb 19, 2025
Darrell Lee Osborn, Sr., a devoted father, committed patriot, and cherished friend to many, passed away on February 19, 2025, after 83 very full years of life. His unwavering devotion to faith and family, selfless service, and far-reaching kindness touched the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Born on March 3, 1941, in Lebanon, Missouri, dedicated his...
Alyce Hughes
Feb 17, 2025
Alyce Maxine Hughes, a remarkable lady of 102 3/4 years, peacefully passed away to be with her Lord and Savior on February 17, 2025.
Born on May 30, 1922, in Lead Hill, Missouri, she was the cherished daughter of Bessie M. Applegate Hays and was lovingly raised by her grandparents, Joe Marion and Mary Applegate.
Her journey through life included a beautiful...
Janet Weeks
Feb 17, 2025
Janet Weeks, age 81, of Rogersville, passed away February 17, 2025. She was born April 1, 1943 in Lamar, Missouri, the daughter of Raymond and Anna (Thompson) Godfrey.
On February 21, 1964, Janet was united in marriage to Robert Weeks. Robert preceded Janet in death on August 25, 2017.
Janet was a homemaker and enjoyed volunteering at Veterans of Foreign Wars Memorial...
Nadine Dean
Feb 16, 2025
Nadine Dean, age 95 of Highlandville, passed away on February 16, 2025. She was born to parents William Jackson and Armeda (Hicks) Lee on May 6, 1929 in Longrun, Missouri.
Nadine was preceded in death by her parents and her four siblings, John, Ollin, Herbert and Kenneth.
On December 27, 1950, Nadine was united in marriage to Archie Dean. They were married...
Mamie Blanch Wernink
Feb 15, 2025
Mamie Blanch Wernink, of Billings, passed away on February 15, 2025, at the age of 76. She was born on December 19, 1948, to Millard and Hazel Scott. A graduate of Ozark High School, Mamie married Gene Wernink on May 15, 1970. They shared many wonderful years together before Gene’s passing in 2012.
Mamie found joy in spending time at the...
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