Obituaries

Obituaries in Springfield Missouri

Marilyn Mace

Marilyn Mace

April 13, 2009

Mrs. Marilyn J. Mace, 82 of Springfield passed away at 11:55 a.m. Monday, April 13, 2009. Marilyn was born April 26, 1926 in Beloit, Kansas to Linley A. and Clara Marie (Studer) Muck She worked in the E.R. at Cox South as a Registered Nurse. Marilyn was a member of Wesley UMC, volunteered and served for various groups including the...

Russell Scott

Russell Scott

April 10, 2009

Mr. Russell W. Scott of Rogersville joined our Father in Heaven April 10, 2009. He will be sadly missed by his children, David A. and Debbie Scott of Springfield, Cheryl and Rick Christoffer of Clever, Russell E. Scott, Raymond W. and Bonnie Scott of Spring, TX.; 33 Grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren. Memorial Services will be held in Missouri Veterans Cemetery,...

Delynn Thomsen

Delynn Thomsen

April 8, 2009

Delynn Hansen (Hans) Thomsen born December 16, 1924 in Minden, Nebraska and passed to eternal life April 8, 2009 in Springfield, Missouri. Hans was a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church. He retired as Director of Signal Engineering for the Burlington Northern Railroad. He enjoyed golfing, woodworking, outdoor activities, and was a lifetime member of the Fraternal Order...

Dennis Martz

Dennis Martz

April 7, 2009

Dennis "Denny" Neal Martz, 61, passed away April 7, 2009, in his home, in Springfield, Mo. He was born in Beatrice, Neb., on June 30, 1947, to Darwin C. and Elizabeth E.Martz, who preceded him in death. Denny was a retired sales professional who always had a friendly smile to share. He was a fishing and hunting enthusiast, as well...

Andrew Bean

Andrew Bean

April 6, 2009

Andrew L. "Andy" Bean, 87 of Springfield passed away at 5:22 p.m. Monday, April 6, 2009 in St. John's Hospital. Andy was born April 26, 1921 in Ava, Missouri to Luther M. & Ethyl E. (Blakey) Bean. He was a very active member of St. Agnes Cathedral and especially enjoyed the senior's groups. Andy served in the U.S. Airforce during...

George Traucht

George Traucht

April 5, 2009

George "Edward" Traucht was born August 12, 1933 in Jenera, Ohio and passed away April 5, 2009 in St. John's Hospital from complications of multiple myeloma cancer. He was 75 years old. He will be missed terribly by his wife and family. Eddie graduated from California schools, where he was President of the student body at Long Beach College where...

Amanda Adkins

Amanda Adkins

April 4, 2009

Amanda Renee Adkins, 16 of Springfield passed away Saturday April 4, 2009. Amanda was born Aug. 4, 1992 in Springfield, Mo. to Edgar and Teresa (Tindle) Adkins. She is survived by her parents, her siblings, Kimberly and Tabatha Adkins and C.J. Bohnsted, her nephews, a niece and many friends. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday April 9,...

Willie Livingston

Willie Livingston

April 4, 2009

Mrs. Willie B. Livingston, 92, Springfield passed away Saturday in Jordan Creek Nursing and Rehabilation Center, Springfield, after an extended illness. Willie was born March 15, 1917 at Dongola, AR to Bill and Rillar (Yancey) Daniel. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband B.M. "Bonnie" Livingston. She is survived by her daughter Bennie Livingston of Springfield...

Jason Williams

Jason Williams

April 3, 2009

Jason Amon Williams, 3, passed away Friday April 3, 2009 in Gilbert, Arizona. He was born December 20, 2005 in Springfield, MO to Autumn Ackley and Damon Williams. Jason is survived by his parents; his grandparents, Tina Ackley, Carolyn Williams, and Edward Williams; and a host of great-grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins. Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Friday...

Curtis Branham

Curtis Branham

March 28, 2009

In memory of Curtis Branham who entered into rest on March 28, 2009 at 6:15 p.m. His wife Bessie Branham entered into rest on April 29, 2004. Curtis and Bessie were married for 51 years. He is survived by his children, Charlie Branham, Marsha Branham, Freda Hathcock, Noah Branham, Sheila Robertson, and Jason Branham; and his sisters and brothers, Lloyd...

Judy Varvel

Judy Varvel

March 26, 2009

Judy Lynn Varvel, 49, Springfield, Mo., passed away peacefully on March 26, 2009, in her home with her family at her side. She was born in Springfield, Mo., on November 11, 1959. She is survived by her parents, Glen and Joyce Fravel; her husband, Dale of 29 years; three children Shannon, Crystal, Amber and their families. A memorial will be...

Dane Masten

Dane Masten

March 26, 2009

Dane Scot Masten, 45 of Springfield passed away Thursday, March 26, 2009 in his home. Dane was born November 14, 1964 in Winston Salem, North Carolina to Toby and Nancy (Crews) Masten. A memorial gathering will be held from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, April 4, 2009 in Joe's Gathering Place on E. Chestnut Expressway. Online condolences can be...

Sondra Friend

Sondra Friend

March 23, 2009

Sondra Mae Friend, 54, Springfield passed away Monday March 23, 2009 in St. John's Hospital. She was born June 23, 1954 in Springfield, Missouri to Loren and Evelyn (King) Eagleburger. Sandy was preceded in death by her parents; and her brothers, Gene Eagleburger, BoJack Eagleburger, and Dennis Eagleburger. Sandy is survived by her children, Darrell Friend and Christina Livingston, Dana...

Alex Sarley

Alex Sarley

March 23, 2009

Alex Sarley, 79, Springfield, passed away March 23, 2009 in his home. He was born November 10, 1929 to Michael and Catherine (Scardina) Sarley. Alex was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Sarley. He is survived by his children, Cheryl Roberts, Kathy Aveen, Alex Sarley, Jr., Roxanne Castro, and Lisa Harris; eight grandchildren; and 12 great grandchildren. Visitation will...

Chonita Hermocillo

Chonita Hermocillo

March 23, 2009

Chonita H. Hermocillo, 82, Springfield passed away Monday March 23, 2009 in St. John's Hospital. She was born March 25, 1926 in Garden City, Kansas to Elfonso Hermocillo and Paula (Herrea). Chonita is survived by her children, Beatrice Arce and Teresa Arce; six grandchildren; and 4 great grandchildren. Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 a.m. Friday March 27, 2009 in...

John Connors, Jr.

John Connors, Jr.

March 21, 2009

John Michael Connors, Jr., 41, of Harrison passed away at St. Johns Mercy Hospital in Springfield, Missouri on March 21, 2009. He was born in Jefferson City, Missouri on January 4, 1968 to John Michael Sr. and Nancy Lee Connors. He found his soul mate, Melissa Michelle Connors, on April 10, 1999. John had a deep love for God and...

Evagene "Eva" Franklin

Evagene "Eva" Franklin

March 19, 2009

Evagene "Eva" Hays Franklin, 61, Springfield, passed away Thursday March 19, 2009 in Cox South Hospital. She was born July 23, 1947 in Lathrop, MO to Cecil Francis and Mary Catherine (Smith) Hays. Eva is survived by her husband, Keith Franklin; her daughters, Dixie Lynn Franklin and Dionna Bernice Elser; her grandchildren, Tiffany Brandel, Tiffanie Rey Elser, and Carli Michelle...

Vitaliy Danilov

Vitaliy Danilov

March 18, 2009

Vitaliy A. Danilov, 55, passed away Wednesday March 18, 2009 in St. John's Hospital. He was born December 12, 1953 in Russia to Alex and Anna Danilov. Vitaliy is survived by his wife, Lyubov Danilova; his four daughters and three sons. Funeral services will be at 12:00 p.m. Friday March 20, 2009 in Herman H. Lohmeyer Funeral Home, 500 E....

Pamela Garrett

Pamela Garrett

March 17, 2009

Pamela Jane Garrett, 45, Springfield, passed away March 17, 2009 in St. John's Hospital. She was born November 20, 1963 in Springfield, Missouri to Charles F. and Hazel (Yates) Garrett. Pamela is survived by her common-law husband, John Thornton; her son, Matthew D. Murphy, of Springfield; her daughter, Melissa N. Garrett, of Galena, MO; her sister, Janui Blosser (Faye), of...

Edgar Miederhoff

Edgar Miederhoff

March 13, 2009

Edgar John Miederhoff of Springfield, MO joined his savior Friday March 13, 2009, passing peacefully in his sleep. Edgar and his wife Mary, owned and operated the Black Kettle Restaurant in Springfield for 15 years. A locally owned breakfast landmark that served patrons from all walks of life biscuits and gravy and "ho-made" meals. Before he was a restauranteer, Ed...