OBITUARIES
Dr. Raymond Paul Drake
Jun 11, 2021
Raymond “Ray” Paul Drake passed away on June 11, 2021, at his home in Ozark, at the age of 96, surrounded by his family. Ray was able to stay home due to the devoted care of his wife, Gisela, and daughter, Yvonne Marsh and with the compassionate assistance of Seasons Hospice. Ray was devoted to serving God, had a deep...
Arlene Ann Van Gyzen
Jun 9, 2021
Arlene Ann “Cookie” Van Gyzen, age 79 of Clever, passed away June 9, 2021. She was born March 10, 1942 in Providence, Rhode Island, the daughter of Mariano and Alice (Phillips) Masarocco. On August 29, 1959, Arlene was united in marriage to Robert Van Gyzen. Survivors include: her husband, Robert Van Gyzen of Clever; children, Joyce Van Gyzen (and Roc)...
Sean Asher Brooks
Jun 9, 2021
Sean Asher Brooks, age 39 of Nixa, passed away June 9, 2021. He was born September 28, 1981 in Mountain Home, Arkansas. Sean graduated from Gainsville High School, Class of 2000. He was in construction for years and was excellent at dry wall. Sean loved the outdoors and playing with his kids. Survivors include: his father Tim D. Brooks and...
Debbie Lynn Crowell
Jun 8, 2021
Debbie Lynn Crowell, age 67 of Marionville, passed away June 8, 2021. Survivors include her son, Joel Fletcher and wife Angie of Aurora. Private family services will be held. Cremation is under direction of Adams Funeral Home, Nixa.
Carol Olive Ables
Jun 8, 2021
Carol Olive (Holgate) Ables, age 88 of Monett, Missouri, formerly of Ceres, California, passed away June 8, 2021. She was born January 9, 1933 in Turlock, California, the daughter of Howard and Vera (Bianchini) Holgate. Survivors include: her sons, Donald (Gary) Sexton and wife Sandra of Monett and Thomas Sexton of Modesto, California; stepchildren, Jim and Elizabeth Ables; grandchildren, Chris...
Ronnie Smith
Jun 8, 2021
Ronnie Ray Smith, age 78, of Ozark, passed away in his home Tuesday, June 8, 2021. He was born October 23, 1942 in Lincoln, Kansas, one of seven children of Robert Calvary Smith and Goldie Cletus (Clark) Smith. He grew up in Lincoln, and at the age of 17, joined the U.S. Army. During his 13 year Army Career, Ronnie...
Roy Frederick Rounds Jr.
Jun 6, 2021
A graveside funeral for Roy Rounds, Jr. will be 1:00 PM Friday, June 11, 2021, Hopedale Cemetery, Hwy J and Hwy NN, Ozark, Missouri. Arrangements are under the direction of Adams Funeral Home, Nixa.
Alice Nadine Marrs
May 31, 2021
Alice “Nadine” (Tucker) Marrs, age 88, of Nixa, passed away Monday, May 31, 2021 at Nixa Nursing and Rehab. Nadine was born January 17, 1933, on a farm outside of Lead Mine, Missouri, the daughter of Ivan and Lola (Conrad) Tucker. On October 23, 1955, Nadine and James Samuel Marrs were united in marriage for 58 years until James’ passing...
George Walter Finch, Jr.
May 29, 2021
George Walter Finch, Jr., age 71 passed away in Sedalia, Missouri on May 29, 2021. He was born August 7, 1949 in Ozark, the son of George, Sr. and Kate (Winters) Finch. George graduated from Willard High School. George is survived by a daughter, Daressa Finch; a granddaughter, Dannielle Nielsen; a niece, Jennie Hjembo of Washington state; a lifelong friend,...
Roland D. "Ron" Hedgpeth
May 29, 2021
Roland D “Ron” Hedgpeth, age 86 years, 5 months and 29 days of Springfield, went on to be with Jesus on Saturday, May 29, 2021. He was born in Nixa on December 1, 1934, the son of James (Willie) Hedgpeth and Bessie (Willoughby) Hedgpeth of Nixa. Ron attended some college, worked at Boeing in Wichita, Kansas for a short time,...
Anna Marie Love
May 28, 2021
Anna Marie Love, age 86, of Sparta, Missouri passed away Friday, May 28, 2021. She was born July 22, 1934 at home in Stippville, Kansas, the daughter of John William and Mary Elva (Getman) Proffitt. Anna Marie grew up in West Mineral, Kansas where she attended school. Her high school years were full and exciting as she achieved many honors....
Daniel Edgar Connor
May 27, 2021
Daniel Edgar Connor, 76, of Branson passed away on Thursday, May 27, 2021 at Cox South Medical Center in Springfield. Daniel was born on February 20, 1945 in Illinois; the son of Earl and Thelma (Sims) Connor. He is survived by: two daughters, Dana Murphy of Ozark and Tina Connor; his ex-wife, Sheral Connor of Springfield; his long-time girlfriend, Cheri...
Joseph Lee Bailey
May 25, 2021
Cremation under the direction and care of Adams Funeral Home, Nixa, MO
Steven Eugene Russell
May 24, 2021
On May 24, 2021, Steven Eugene Russell, Father, Papa, Brother, Son, Uncle and Friend went to be with his Savior Jesus Christ, and his beloved wife Kaye Russell, suddenly, at the age of 66. Those who have had the honor to know him know what a big loss this is for his family and community. Steve was born, March 7,...
James "Jim" Paul Kinum, Jr.
May 23, 2021
James “Jim” Paul Kinum, Jr., age 52 of Ozark, passed away Sunday, May 23, 2021. He was born August 28, 1968 in Inglewood, California, the son of James Paul, Sr. and Marion Bonita “Bonnie” (Moore) Kinum. Jim grew up in California. He enjoyed playing bass guitar in the band “Dominion” in his teenage years. He later moved to Missouri, and...
Fern Kathryn Hardesty
May 22, 2021
Fern Kathryn Hardesty, age 100 of Springfield, formerly of Ozark, passed away May 22, 2021. She was born July 30, 1920 in Champagne, Illinois, the daughter of Cecil Henry and Bessie Marie (Hall) Cazel. On July 2, 1941, Fern was united in marriage to Harry Frederick Hardesty, Sr., who preceded her in death on June 1, 2007. In addition to...
Sarah Victoria "Vicky" Meadows
May 21, 2021
Sarah Victoria Meadows, age 50, of Ozark, Missouri passed away on Friday, May 21, 2021 surrounded by love. She was born on July 13, 1970 to Auburn Lee and Betty Jane (Musso) Packwood in Aurora, Missouri. On May 31, 1991, Vicky married her best friend, Joseph Dean Meadows. Out of their love two children, Grace and Levi, were born. Vicky...
Koa John Crouse
May 20, 2021
Koa John Crouse, 8 days old, passed away May 20, 2021. He was born May 12, 2021 in Springfield, the son of Kerik John and Alyssa Marie (Patterson) Crouse. Survivors include: his parents Kerik and Alyssa Crouse of Waynesville; grandparents; David and Angela Patterson of Ozark, Bobby and Leah Crouse of Republic and Chris and Mandy McCanless of Overland Park,...
Jearl Conner
May 19, 2021
JEARL DEAN CONNER, 86 YEARS, PASTED AWAY ON MAY 19, 2021, AT HIS HOME IN NIXA WITH HIS FAMILY BY HIS SIDE. HE WAS BORN FEBRUARY 24, 1935 IN OSAGE, AR. LEFT HOME AND JOINED THE US ARMY IN 1958, AND SERVED A TOUR OF DUTY IN GERMANY AS A SP4. HE WAS AN EXPERT RIFLEMAN AND 2ND CLASS GUNNER....
Milferd “Bud” Emery Kelley
May 19, 2021
Milferd “Bud” Emery Kelley, Jr., Pastor of Selmore Christian Church and resident of Galena, Missouri realized his dream of seeing the face of Jesus on May 19, 2021. He was surrounded by his family when he left this world to go to his heavenly home. Bud’s Celebration of Life will be held at Selmore Christian Church (4731 Selmore Road, Ozark,...
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