OBITUARIES

Elizabeth Dawn Hunter

Elizabeth Dawn Hunter

Dec 26, 2021

Elizabeth Dawn Hunter known as “Dawn” passed away peacefully on December 26th 2021.

She was able to enjoy a wonderful Christmas day with her daughter Alaina and son-in-law Randy McCauley, her grandkids, great grandkids and close friends. Dawn was born January 21st. 1949 in Philadelphia Pa.

She is survived by her daughter, Alaina McCauley & son-in-law Randy McCauley, daughter-in-law Crystal Hunter, 5...

Terri Lynn Hambelton

Terri Lynn Hambelton

Dec 25, 2021

Terri Lynn Hambelton was born in Santa Monica, California on October 2, 1956.  She attended Nixa public schools.  Terri was married for 30 years and had four children.  April Young from Strafford, MO, Jeremiah Hambelton Springfield, MO, Autumn Hambelton and Charles Cottingham from Nixa, MO and Angela Kaiser and Brian Kaiser from Nixa, MO. 

Terri was a stay at home...

Rosa Lee  Nelson

Rosa Lee Nelson

Dec 24, 2021

Rosa Lee Nelson, age 97 of Ozark, passed away peacefully in her sleep in her daughter’s home on December 24, 2021. She was born August 2, 1924 in Thayer, Missouri, the daughter of Martin Luther and Lovie (Schlotterback) Hertzler.

On January 29, 1948, Rosa Lee was united in marriage to Ward T. Nelson. Survivors include: two daughters, Donna Nelson of...

Juanita  Blevins

Juanita Blevins

Dec 24, 2021

Juanita Rae Blevins, age 78 of Nixa, passed away December 24, 2021. She was born June 11, 1943 in Ava, Missouri, the daughter of Ralph and Nita (Ludwig) Bristol.

On March 24, 1967 Juanita was united in marriage to Roger Blevins.

Juanita was a hairdresser for many years. She also worked concessions at The Baldknobbers show for 27 years. Juanita enjoyed...

Wayne  Radford

Wayne Radford

Dec 22, 2021

Wayne was born the only son of Bernard and Gracie Radford on March 11, 1934 in Drasco, Arkansas and departed this life on December 22, 2021 at the age of 87 years. While living in Arkansas they farmed cotton before moving west to California for work. Bernard’s job there was frozen until WW II ended. In February of 1948, they...

Allie Marie Skaggs

Allie Marie Skaggs

Dec 22, 2021

Allie Marie Skaggs, age 77 of Clever, Missouri passed away on December 22, 2021 at her home surrounded by her family.

Allie Marie Solomon was born on March, 7, 1944 in Clever to the late Duke and Ruby (Hill) Solomon. She was united in marriage to Joe Skaggs.

Allie was preceded in death by her parents, husband Joe...

Jason "Jake"  Jay Hull

Jason "Jake" Jay Hull

Dec 22, 2021

Jason Jay “Jake” Hull, age 29 of Chadwick, passed away December 22, 2021. He was born October 7, 1992 in Springfield, the son of Keith and Penny (Walker) Hull.

Jake greatly enjoyed spending time with his hunting buddy, six year old daughter, Emma Rae. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. Jake also liked to work on race cars.

Survivors...

Robert  Stanley "Stan"  Parham

Robert Stanley "Stan" Parham

Dec 22, 2021

Robert Stanley Parham, age 84 of Ozark, passed away December 22, 2021. He was born February 12, 1937 in Perry, Missouri, the son of Gilbert and Celma (Moore) Parham.

On January 24, 1959, Stan was united in marriage to Shirley Robbins. They moved to the Ozark area in 1966.

In 1954 Stan joined the U.S. Navy and served until his...

Eva Belle Noble

Eva Belle Noble

Dec 22, 2021

Eva Belle Noble, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. December 5, 1943 to December 22, 2021.

On a beautiful December Day sparkling with sunshine our beloved mother and wife Eva Belle Noble closed her eyes and passed into eternity. As we held her hands, tears streaming down our faces whispering how much she was loved she suddenly slipped from our...

Maree Mease

Maree Mease

Dec 20, 2021

Memorial service for Maree Mease has been scheduled for Saturday, January 22, 2022 at 10 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, the family has asked for memorial contributions to be given to St. Jude.

Maree will be laid to rest at Missouri Veterans Cemetery with a private family service.

Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Adams Crematory.

Services are under the direction of Adams...

Lynn  Barnes

Lynn Barnes

Dec 18, 2021

Robert “Lynn” Barnes, age 85 of Ozark, passed away December 18, 2021. He was born May 2, 1936 in Aurora, the son of Robert Lee and Kate (Williams) Barnes.

On April 24, 1960 he was united in marriage to Nancy (Werle.)

Lynn served his country in the U.S. Army. He was a contractor and home builder. Lynn enjoyed spending time with his...

Wilma R Cozort

Wilma R Cozort

Dec 18, 2021

Wilma Rose (Mullins) Cozort passed peacefully, surrounded by her eight children, on December 18, 2021, at the age of 86. Wilma was born April 30, 1935, in Bakersfield, Missouri, to Wade and Dorothy Faye (Garrett) Mullins. She was a 1952 graduate of Bakersfield High School and attended Burge School of Nursing in Springfield. Wilma married Herbert Wandell Cozort on February...

Cora Bell  Jackson

Cora Bell Jackson

Dec 17, 2021

Cora Jackson, age 81, passed away on December 17, 2021. Cora was born in Rensselaer, IN, to Lawrence Hittle and Cora Hittle. She was preceded in death by her father Lawrence Hittle, mother Cora Hittle, husband James Jackson, and two sons; Anthony Jackson, and Raymond Cavinder.

Cora was never one to show a lot of affection, but always got a hug...

Amelia Elizabeth McClure

Amelia Elizabeth McClure

Dec 17, 2021

Amelia Elizabeth McClure, age 31, passed away on December 17, 2021. Amelia was a beautiful daughter and beloved sister. She loved the outdoors, especially if water was a part of it. Her free time was often spent kayaking on an Ozark stream or snorkeling in multiple locations including the Caribbean Ocean, Gulf Coast and Pacific Ocean. Amelia also loved to...

Curtis Boyd Creach

Curtis Boyd Creach

Dec 16, 2021

Curtis Boyd Creach, age 88 passed away on Thursday, December 16, 2021 at his home.

Curtis was born on November 15, 1933 in Whiteriver, South Dakota to the late OJ and Alice (Williams) Creach. On February 5, 1954, Curtis was united in marriage to Mary Elizabeth Smith. To this union four children were born. Their marriage was filled with love...

Dianne Miller

Dianne Miller

Dec 15, 2021

A funeral service for Dianne Miller will be held at 2 P.M. Monday, December 20, 2021 at Adams Funeral Home, Ozark, with Pastor Wade Bridges officiating. Burial will follow in Hazelwood Cemetery, Springfield. Visitation will be from 1-2 P.M. immediately before the funeral at Adams Funeral Home, Ozark.

Richard "Dwayne"  Jones

Richard "Dwayne" Jones

Dec 15, 2021

Richard “Dwayne” Jones, age 68 of Ozark, passed away December 15, 2021. He was born November 25, 1953, the son of Richard Lee and Maggie Louise (Melton) Jones. On November 6, 1976 he was united in marriage to Barbara Eagleburger. Dwayne had retired from Meeks Lumber, where he was a foreman for 42 years. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. Dwayne...

Michael Ray Bleil

Michael Ray Bleil

Dec 12, 2021

Michael Ray Bleil age 52 of Nixa, Missouri passed away on December 12, 2021.

Michael was born on May 8, 1969 in Pontiac, Michigan to Leonard and Teresa (Kill) Bleil. The family moved to Kansas when Michael was just a baby. He spent most of his childhood in Oskaloosa, Kansas. He worked at the Western Auto Store with his father as...

Al Forgey

Al Forgey

Dec 10, 2021

Arvil (Al) Forgey, age 80 of Ozark, passed away December 10, 2021. He was born August 1, 1941 in Ozark, the son of Farrell and Blanche Forgey.

On June 19, 1964 he was united in marriage to Patricia Jo (Watts.) Patty preceded Al in death on April 3, 2015.

Al served our country four years in the U.S....

Anthony  Paul  Bohlmann

Anthony Paul Bohlmann

Dec 9, 2021

Anthony Paul Bohlmann, age 49 of Ozark, passed away December 9, 2021. He was born April 7, 1972 in Houston, Texas, the son of Dr. Rodney and Karen (West) Bohlmann. Anthony attended Mississippi State University. On November 3, 2001, Anthony was united in marriage to Kelley (Winchip.) Anthony was a dedicated husband, father and servant of the community. His passion...