Obituaries

April 20, 2025

William "Leroy" Courtois

Springfield, MO 

Date of Death: April 20, 2025

While we’re sure he would’ve come up with a much better story to tell, William “Leroy” Courtois passed away on April 20, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer and other illnesses. And if you knew Leroy, you know he loved a good fight—he met this one with the same strength and...

April 19, 2025

Clifton Lee Bell passed away peacefully surrounded by the ones he cherished the most on Saturday, April 19th, 2025.

He will be remembered as a loving papa to his 7 grandchildren, caring father to his 6 children, and devoted to his spouse of 32 years.

He was born and raised in Springfield, Mo. He enjoyed going to the dirt track races on...

April 19, 2025

Paul Allen Voyles age 52, of Republic, Missouri passed away Saturday, April 19th. 

He is survived by his wife April Voyles and his five children, Kelia, Skyler, Destiney, Summer, Brice, and his eleven grandchildren, Carter, Kenslea, Adonis, Zari, Makenlee, Josiah, Myles, Maeve, Marci, Kenyen, Kalea, with soon to be Malachi. Two daughter in laws Tequia and Clarice and a son in...

April 18, 2025

It is with tremendous sadness that the family of Pamela Susan Sutherland announce her death on Friday, April 18, 2025, at the age of 74. She died peacefully in her home with her husband, two sons, and nephew by her side.

Pam was born on December 4, 1950, in Marion, Ohio, to James and Donna Noggle. Her family made a home...

April 17, 2025

Patricia Ann Gabriel, 78 of Springfield, MO passed away at 12:34 pm Thursday, April 17,2025 at The Cottage at Century Pines.

She was born August 31, 1947 in Springfield MO to Harry and Virginia Gabriel. She attended Saint Agnes High School class of 1965. In February of 1974 she met Edward Kunkel and they were married a year later on February...

April 13, 2025

Kenneth W. Shattuck, affectionately known as Kenny, passed away on April 13, 2025, at the Easterseals Group Home in Bolivar, Missouri. He was born on October 28, 1959, in Waynesville, Missouri.  He was the eldest son of Paul Gene and Mary (Bell) Shattuck.  Kenny touched many lives. God has Kenny's hand and is now an angel in Heaven.

Kenny dedicated a...

April 13, 2025

Larry Wayne Lutz, a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2025, in Springfield, Missouri, the city he proudly called home since his birth on September 16, 1943. Larry’s spirit and legacy will remain forever etched in the hearts of those who knew him.

Throughout his life, Larry was known for his unwavering dedication to his career...

April 9, 2025

Winifred R. Tharp was born on March 1, 1928, in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully on April 9, 2025, in Branson, Missouri. She was 97 years old.

The funeral service for Winifred R. Tharp will take place on April 14, 2025, starting at 1:00 PM, at Herman H. Lohmeyer Funeral Home: 500 E Walnut St, Springfield, Missouri. Family and friends...

April 8, 2025

Doyle D. Robinson III "Rob" departed this life peacefully, Tuesday, April 8, 2025. He was born in Logan, West Virginia on January 19, 1948 to Doyle D. and Phyllis Browning Robinson. He grew up there and graduated from Logan High School in 1966. Rob attended Trevecca Nazarene College and Bethany Nazarene College before enlisting in the United States Navy. He...

April 6, 2025

Gary Lee Steele, 76, passed away on Sunday, April 6, 2025.

He was born November 6, 1948 in Rockford, Illinois to Lester and Lucy (Morell) Steele. He attended Guilford High School where he graduated with the class of 1966. Gary married LeAnna Jarl on January 25, 1969.

Gary worked at Sundstrand Corporation for more than 30 years. Sundstrand was a manufacturer of...

April 6, 2025

James Wesley Stall

SPRINGFIELD, MO — James Wesley Stall, 77, of Springfield, Missouri, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, April 6, 2025.

James was born July 23, 1947 in Big Spring, Texas to Louis and Dorothy Stall. He has been a resident of Springfield, Missouri for the past 45 years. He was a skilled precision machinist and entrepreneur who founded...

April 5, 2025

Linville Oliver Burgher (also known as Sonny or Lin) was born August 11, 1945 in Clark County, Kentucky on the family farm to Kenny Burgher and Cynthia Woosley Burgher. At a young age, the family moved by train to California and soon thereafter to Weiser, Idaho. Lin attended Weiser schools, graduating from Weiser High School in 1964. Lin was known...

April 4, 2025

David W. Gendreau, 63, passed away peacefully in his home in Springfield, MO after a lengthy hospital stay following heart surgery.

He was born June 21st, 1961 at Travis Air Force Base in California to Wilfred L. Gendreau, Jr. and Helen L. (Woodman) Gendreau who preceeded him in death.

He is survived by his children, Bobby Gendreau, Jeffrey Gendreau and Cassie Gendreau;...

April 3, 2025

April 1, 2025

Joyce Roberta Ward, age 93, of Springfield, MO, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2025. She was born between Brookston and Culver Minnesota on October 9, 1931. Joyce spent her life devoted to her family, faith, and community.

Joyce was a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Joyce was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Ward and her sister, Zona....

March 31, 2025

Michael Aaron Clawson, 86, of Springfield, Missouri, went home to go be with Jesus on Monday, March 31, 2025.

Mike was born on October 22, 1938 in Springfield, Missouri, to Aaron and Peggy (Clanton) Clawson. He graduated from Central High School. Mike married Barbara Ann Ikenroth on July 19, 1958. To this marriage, three daughters; Cindy, Becky, and Amy were born.

Mike’s...

March 27, 2025

Ray W. Pearce passed to his new home on Thursday, March 27, 2025, at 7:35 am in Mercy Hospital Springfield,Mo.

Ray was born on August 3,1941 in Tarkio, Mo. and at age 11 he was adopted by Frank & Gertrude Pearce of Butler, Mo. As many friends and colleagues know, Ray would always remember December 6th as the best day of...

March 27, 2025

Nora Burgess, a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse, passed away on March 27, 2025. Born on October 4, 1947, Nora graduated from Marionville High School in 1965, pursued higher education at Missouri State University, Drury University, and received her Associate in Science for Nursing from The University of The State of New York in 1988. She devoted her career to...

March 25, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Tyler Kenneth Dillon, born on July 29, 1994, a man whose life was a testament to strength and adventure. Tyler, age 30, passed away on March 25, 2025, surrounded by family and loved ones. He will be received in Heaven by his biological father, Ricky Smith Jr. and his loving grandmother Patrica...

March 23, 2025

Shona Darresse Pitts, 39 years old, of Springfield, Missouri, passed away on Sunday, March 23rd, 2025.

Shona’s smile would lighten up the sky. She always saw the beauty in the small things. Shona was so giving. She wanted to help everyone. Shona loved all her family and friends so much, especially her nieces and nephews and most importantly her son. Shona...