OBITUARIES
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...
Mark Wayne Frerking
Jun 16, 2025
Mark Wayne Frerking, age 63 of Highlandville died June 16, 2025. He was born July 28, 1961 in Kansas City, the son of Lelan Wayne and Evelyn Frerking.
Survivors include his wife, Temple Frerking of Highlandville, Missouri and his sister, Stephanie Bittiker of South Carolina.
Cremation rites were accorded by Adams Crematory and arrangements are under direction of Adams Funeral Home, Ozark.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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,...
William "Chuck" Dillman
May 27, 2025
William “Chuck” Charles Dilllman was born on November 23, 1942 in Pampa Texas, and passed away peacefully in his home in Republic, Missouri on May 27, 2025. He was the son of William and Mary Dillman and was preceded in death by his beloved wife Theresa Dillman who he was married to for 59 years.
Chuck served in the US Marine...
Teresa Kay Helt
May 26, 2025
Teresa Kay (Thomas) Helt, age 59 of Clever, passed away May 26, 2025. She was born December 18, 1965 in San Marcos, Texas, the daughter of Alvin and Alice (Mangum) Thomas.
On July 17, 1982, Teresa was united in marriage to William Franklin “Bill” Helt. Bill preceded Teresa in death on January 22, 2023.
Teresa was a homemaker and loved taking care...
Michael "Mike" O'Brien Cassidy
May 24, 2025
Michael “Mike” O'Brien Cassidy, passed away on May 24, 2025. Born on September 25, 1958, in Shreveport, Louisiana, he was the son of James and Betty Eloise (Holtzclaw) Cassidy.
Mike's heart was intertwined with love and devotion, especially evident in his marriage to Janet Sepulvado, a union that brought them immense joy and companionship. Throughout his life, Mike embraced the great...
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