Obituaries

Obituaries in Springfield Missouri

Joseph Castillo

Joseph Castillo

November 13, 2023

Joseph Michael Castillo 9/11/1991-11/13/2023 Joseph is survived by his father, Henry Castillo; his mother, Debra Bader; one sister, Jennifer Vandecamp; one brother, Patrick Castillo; one niece, Nevaeh; one nephew, Kia; along with several Aunts and Uncle's cousins. REST IN PEACE MY DEAR CHILD

John Pokrant

John Pokrant

November 13, 2023

John Henry Pokrant, age 68, of Springfield, Missouri passed away on Monday, November 13, 2023. Our funeral home is trying to located and speak with his two daughters. Our funeral home has been given permission from his friend to try and located his daughter. Upon locating both daughters, we reserve the right to remove this notice from our website. If...

Austin Bond

Austin Bond

November 12, 2023

Austin Skyler Mandel Bond (1991-2023) Austin was born June 9, 1991, in Springfield, Missouri to Anthony Bond and Evelyn Faye Tunnell. The Bond family was a unique version of the Brady Bunch with Tonys's two boys, Anthony "Tee" and Rachien; and Faye's two kids, Ryan and Cara; and their two together, Austin and Alexis. There was never a dull moment...

Sharon Grant

Sharon Grant

November 11, 2023

Sharon Ann Grant was born to James A. Rohrer and Marcia E. Rohrer on December 9, 1941. She passed after a long fought battle with COPD. She was an avid quilter, donating much of her work to her church and people in need. Sharon graduated from Draughon’s Business School and worked most of her life doing secretarial work. She retired...

Larry Rosenbaum

Larry Rosenbaum

November 11, 2023

Mr. Lother "Larry" Rosenbaum, age 91, of Springfield, Missouri passed away on Saturday evening, November 11, 2023 at his home. Larry was born November 20, 1931 in Krefeld, Germany the son of Max Rosenbaum and Selma (DeVries) Rosenbaum. He served in the United States Air Force from October 1950 to March 1954. He was co-owner of Rosenbaum Jewelry in Springfield...

Victor Fedchuk

Victor Fedchuk

November 11, 2023

Victor Fedchuck, age 53, of Springfield, Missouri passed away on Saturday, November 11, 2023. Our funeral home is trying to find any family members that are related to Victor Fedchuck. The deceased has passed away with no information as to the where-a-bouts of any family members or loved ones. It has been requested that our funeral home try and locate...

Luis Felipe Ocampo Venegas

Luis Felipe Ocampo Venegas

November 10, 2023

On November 10, 2023, Luis “Wicho” Felipe Ocampo Venegas, passed away in the early morning. Luis, 27, of Springfield, MO & formerly Mexico City, MX is the son of Felipe Ocampo & Josefina Venegas. Luis also leaves a brother, Yamil, wife Mackenzie, & 5 year old son Antonio. Luis was born in Mexico City & moved to Oklahoma in late...

Brianne Sewell

Brianne Sewell

November 8, 2023

A beautiful light has left this world, and the world is much dimmer for it. Brianne Michelle Sewell, 36, of Springfield Missouri, passed away November 8, 2023 in her home. She was born March 21, 1987 in Springfield Missouri to Mark Sewell and Lisa (Burch) Sewell (now Gideon). She attended Rogersville schools and graduated in 2005. She was preceded in...

Anthoney Raymond

Anthoney Raymond

November 7, 2023

Anthoney Robert Raymond, known to some as “Noni” and to others as “Tony” passed from this life unexpectedly on November 7th, 2023 in Ozark, Missouri at the age of 39. Anthoney was known throughout life for his larger than life smile and his ability to care for and bring joy to others. His smile could light up any space; his...

Judith Hudkins

Judith Hudkins

November 5, 2023

Judy Hudkins passed away on November 5, 2023, in Springfield, MO. She was 78 years old. Born on May 10, 1945, to Jerome and Marie Kochanski in Green Bay, WI, Judy and her siblings were raised in the San Fernando Valley in Southern California. She was a young carhop at Bob’s Big Boy when she met the love of her...

Mark Ramey

Mark Ramey

October 31, 2023

Mark David Ramey, age 67, of Denton, Texas passed away on Tuesday, October 31, 2023, at Medical City Denton Hospital. Mark was born on March 30, 1956, in Springfield, Missouri. He was known for his great sense of humor and ornery personality. He was a major fan of the OU Sooners, Kansas City Chiefs, was an avid golfer and snowboarder...

Gail "Gene" Summers

Gail "Gene" Summers

October 29, 2023

Gail Eugene ‘Gene’ Summers was born March 8, 1941. He died on October 29, 2023 after a valiant struggle with multiple health problems. He attended St. Agnes High School and graduated from Drury College where he met his wife, Patsy Jo Shean. They were married in 1964. Gene was humble, conscientious, and caring. He was part owner of S &...

Jacob "Jake" Gatten

Jacob "Jake" Gatten

October 28, 2023

Jacob “Jake” Gatten, Springfield, passed away October 28, 2023. He was born December 24, 1989, to Phillip and Sharon Gatten. He attended Bishop McNamara High School class of 2008, Ozarks Technical Community College and Missouri State University. Jake was a free-spirited music enthusiast who attended any music festival and concert he could. His lifelong love of music recently brought on...

Michael Shapiro

Michael Shapiro

October 27, 2023

Michael H. Shapiro, age 70, of Springfield, Missouri passed away on Friday, October 27, 2023. Our funeral home is trying to find any family members that are related to Michael H. Shapiro The deceased has passed away with no information as to the where-a-bouts of any family members or loved ones. It has been requested that our funeral home try...

William Youngberg

William Youngberg

October 26, 2023

William Dean Youngberg, age 83, passed away in Springfield, MO on Thursday, October 26, 2023. He was born on May 26, 1940 in Chanute, KS to Ruel Raymond Elmer and Viola Ruth (Rensing) Youngberg. He graduated from Emporia State University with a business degree and retired from a successful career in industrial engineering. William is survived by his beloved wife...

Shirley Thomas

Shirley Thomas

October 25, 2023

Shirley Joe Ann Thomas, age 92, passed away peacefully in her home on Wednesday, October 25th, 2023. She was born June 23rd, 1931, in Springfield, MO to Joseph & Nelda Gaston. Shirley got married to her high school sweetheart, Bill G. Thomas, on October 21st, 1951, who preceded her in death. Bill and Shirley owned and operated Thomas and Sons...

William Ogden

William Ogden

October 25, 2023

William Ogden, age 64 , passed away at his home in Springfield, Missouri on Wednesday, October 25th, 2023. He was a native of Rhode Island, born to John Ogden and Barbara Harrell on October 27, 1958. He Served in the United States Army and earned an associates degree in computer sciences. William leaves behind his loving wife, Debra K. Napier,...

Robert Jahnke

Robert Jahnke

October 18, 2023

Robert “Bob” O. Jahnke, 85, Springfield, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, October 18, 2023 at Mercy Hospital. He was born on April 11, 1938 in Chicago, Illinois to Otto and Katherine Jahnke. As an adult, he became a commercial photographer before he was drafted into the Korean War as a Military Police Officer for the Army. After his service, he...

William Cooke

William Cooke

October 16, 2023

William Benjamin Cooke, age 63 , passed away in Springfield, Missouri, on Monday, October 16th, 2023. William was born to Jack Cooke Sr. and Verina (Black) Cooke in Colorado City, Utah, on February 7, 1960. William has several siblings to whom we are trying to reach out to and notify them of his passing. These siblings include; Jack, Orville, Ross,...

Kathrene Ficken

Kathrene Ficken

October 13, 2023

Our dear mother Kathrene Jeanette Ficken passed away on October 13, 2023 at the age of 93. She told us she was going to sing in the Heavenly Choir for her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Kathrene had been blessed with a beautiful soprano voice and had many awards in competition during her high school and college years. She also...