Obituaries

May 26, 2012

George E.Carius of Springfield, Mo passed away Saturday May 26, 2012. Born August 19, 1917, in Waukesha WI. He was the son of Joseph and Mary Italiano. He was preceded in death by his wife Gwyneth April, 2005. He was also preceded in death by his parents, two brothers Frank and Victor Italiano. Surviving are his sister Gloria Anzilotti,Florence, Italy...

May 25, 2012

As was said about her dear husband’s passing more than 30 years before, “A light has gone out in Springfield.” Colleen Juanita Rose LeBolt’s light had shone brightly for 87 years until she passed away peacefully on May 25. She was best known for her sharp, frank, quick wit, her love of life, and devotion to her family and friends....

May 23, 2012

Jayne Louise Miller, 56, passed away Wednesday May 23, 2012 in Mercy Hospital. She was born September 4, 1955 in Coshocton, Ohio to Thomas and Margaret Stroup. Memorial visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Friday May 25, 2012 in Herman H. Lohmeyer Funeral Home, 500 E. Walnut St. Memorial service will start at 7:00 p.m. Friday in...

May 21, 2012

Terry Lynn Stokes born March 26, 1964 left this world peacefully on May 21, 2012. Terry’s family and friends rallied by his side as be spent his last days and hours comforted by their presence. Behind he left his wife, friend and soul-mate Janet Lee Stokes, three step daughters; Heather Jo, Sara Lee, and Holly Carol, his pride and joy,...

May 20, 2012

Larry Allen Will, age 70, of Republic, passed away Sunday, May 20, 2012 after a long battle with colon cancer. He was born March 18, 1942, in Glendale, CA, to Glenn and Eloise (Tucker) Will. Larry, a 35-year employee of Butternut Bread, was known for his love of classic cars and his ability to fabricate car parts out of anything....

May 18, 2012

Leia Theresa Valenzuela age, 41 passed away May 18th, 2012 in Springfield, MO. Leia was born April 3rd, 1971 in Springfield, MO to Perry and Lois (Long) Drake. She is survived by her children, Marcia Valenzuela, Manuel Valenzuela, Anthony Valenzuela, and Lois Valenzuela; and step-children, Amanda Valenzuela and Jessica Lopez. Memorial services will be at 10:00 a.m. Thursday May 24,...

May 17, 2012

Stephen C. Hampe, much-loved partner of Cheryl L. Davis, devoted father of Alissa N. Davis and Nickolaus C. Hampe, departed this life on Thursday May 17. Our brother was the friend of many and the companion of the faithful Shadow, Clancy, Sophie, Cozmo, and Willow. The memory of the intensity Stephen brought to all he did will continue to live...

May 17, 2012

David Edward Harrelson, 56 of Springfield passed away in his home Thursday May 17, 2012. David was born Jan. 16, 1956 in Tulsa, Oklahoma to Harold and Helen (Kakony) Harrelson. He is survived by his wife, Brenna Issa; his step-children Adam and Amanda Issa; his aunt, Mildred Kakony. David will be missed by his family and many friends who will...

May 16, 2012

May 15, 2012

Justin D. Walters passed away Tuesday May 15, 2012 in Mercy Hospital in Springfield, Missouri. Justin was born October 1, 1979 in Springfield, Missouri. He is survived by his wife; children; parents; 7 siblings; and many nieces, nephews and friends. Memorial visitation will be from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Friday May 18, 2012 in Herman H. Lohmeyer Funeral Home,...

May 11, 2012

Russell B. Jorgensen, 81, died May 11, 2012 at his home near Springfield, MO. His Memorial Mass will be held at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Dawson, NE at 10:00 AM on June 9, 2012. Russell was born on March 14, 1931 in Hershey, NE to George and Gladys Jorgensen. He was raised on a farm near Hershey and graduated...

May 10, 2012

Virginia Sabo passed away in her home on May 10, 2012. She was preceded in death by her father Joseph Sabo, mother Virginia Sabo and one son Paul Murrain. Survivors include her brother Frank Sabo of Washington, sister Ida Miller of Washington, her loving son Larry Schuler, her loving daughter Venus Ugolini, and her grandchildren: Michael “Munch” Ugolini, Christopher Ugolini,...

May 8, 2012

David Michael Garner, 52, Mt. Vernon, MO passed away May 8, 2012. He was born January 9, 1960 in Colusa, CA to Herbert and Helen (Garoutte) Garner. He was an electrician and a U.S. Navy Veteran. David is survived by his children, Amanda Garner and Brett Garner; his mother Helen Garner; and granddaughter, Amara Agee. Cremation arrangements are under the...

May 4, 2012

Bertha Louise Hudson, 76, Ash Grove, passed away at 6:20 p.m. Friday May 4, 2012 in Ash Grove Healthcare. She was born June 23, 1935 in Sawyarwood, Ohio to John and Esther (Nash) Sumner. Mrs. Hudson was a homemaker and was very artistic, she enjoyed and was very good at painting ceramic figurines. She attended South Haven Baptist Church for...

May 4, 2012

Vincenza Mary Gagne, 76, Springfield, passed away at 10:45 a.m. Friday, May 4, 2012 in Cox South Hospital. She was born March 1, 1936 in Worcester, Massachusetts to Joseph and Vincenza (Analone) DiBella. She was married to the late Levi Gagne. Vincenza was a CNA, always needing to help others, especially through her nursing care. Vincenza loved to sew and...

May 4, 2012

Mary Patricia Smith, 45, Harrison, AR passed away May 4, 2012 in Cox South Hospital. She was born September 20, 1966 in Linwood, CA to Larry Chandes and Doreen (Kyander) Davenport. Survivors include her husband Robert Smith, her daughter Amber Rose Smith, one sister, Sherry Ann Davenport, one brother, Larry Wesley Davenport and her mother Doreen Davenport. Cremation arrangements are...

May 3, 2012

James Maurice Mantonya, 81 of Wheatland, Missouri passed away Thursday evening May 3, 2012 in Mercy Hospital in Springfield, Missouri. James was born January 26, 1931 in Benton County, Missouri to James Morris and Edith (Kirkland) Mantonya. He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Verna Elam and Pat Turner. He is survived by his wife, Wanda;...

May 3, 2012

Betty Kay Swan, 69, Springfield, MO passed away May 3, 2012. She was born July 5, 1942 in Springfield, MO to James Arthur and Opal (Tuter) Swan. Survivors include one son, David Albert of Springfield, two daughters, Dodie Barber of Sparta, MO and Lesa Woody and husband David of Billings, MO, eleven grandchildren and seven great grandchildren and many friends...

May 3, 2012

Carl Duane Davis, 59 of Springfield, Missouri passed away Thursday evening May 3, 2012. Carl was born March 17, 1953 in Howell, Michigan to Owen D. and Alma (Schram) Davis. He is survived by his siblings, Kenneth Davis of Houston, Texas, Karen Rodriguez of Katy, Texas, Leslie Davis of Springfield, Missouri, Lesa Mullen of Rogersville, Missouri and Celeste Richardson of...

May 2, 2012

Harold “Hap” Lemke, 62, Springfield, Mo., passed away on May 2, 2012. He is survived by his three sisters and brother as well as three daughters and four grandchildren. He owned and operated Majestic Tattoo in Springfield, Mo. for over 30 years. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle, playing drums and spending time with his family and friends. He will be...