Dorothy "Dottie" Anne Hunsaker
Jul 12, 2026
Dorothy Anne Hunsaker, age 70 of Crane, MO. peacefully passed away on Sunday, July 12, 2026 at Mercy Hospital, Springfield, MO.
Dorothy Anne Hunsaker "Dottie or Dot" was born on March 20, 1956 to Treva Imogene (Jennings) Dancey and Walter Emerton Dancey at Springfield Baptist Hospital. Dottie was the baby of seven children born to the couple. Her older siblings in...
Donna Carlson
Jul 11, 2026
Donna Coffman Wade Carlson, 81, of Mountain Grove, Missouri, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2026, at 8:11 p.m. at her daughter's home, surrounded by family and friends.
Donna was born to Rass Coffman and Carrie Long Coffman and was one of 13 children.
She was first married to Jack Wade on June 14, 1963 and together they had two children, Steven...
Gale Zanna Shoults
Jul 10, 2026
Gale Zanna Shoults, 74, of Springfield, Mo passed away on Friday, July 10, 2026. She was born in San Jose, CA on Saturday, December 1, 1951 to Freda May McCuller and Eugene Roberts.
Gale worked as a Clown for many years and also served as a Missionary. She was a member of James River Church. Gale marched to the beat of...
Grace Anderson
Jul 9, 2026
Vera Grace Anderson, 92, of Springfield, MO passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 9, 2026. She was born on Tuesday, May 15, 1934 in Springfield, MO to Dorothy and Leonard Hull.
On August 31, 1952 Grace married Clarence "Andy" Anderson and together they built a life centered on family and faith. Those who knew them understood how much they loved each...
Dallas Dakota Long-Whitman
Jul 4, 2026
Dallas Dakota Long-Whitman, the infant son of Brittany Long-Whitman and Parker Whitman, was born into God's hands on Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Springfield, MO.
Dallas is survived by his parents, older siblings Parker, Kennedy, Adalyn, and Sebastian, his Papa and Meme Rex and Pam Long, Papa Dale Whitehill and Sheri, Aunt Mandy and Uncle Scott, Aunt Lala, and cousins Caitlyn,...
Gary Gene Coats
Jul 2, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Gary Gene Coats, who passed away on July 2, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.
Gary was a devoted father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend whose quiet strength, kind heart, and unwavering love left a lasting impact on everyone who knew him. He was the backbone of not...
Janet Marie Royster
Jun 29, 2026
Janet Marie Royster, 74, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a lifetime of cherished memories, unwavering love, and a legacy of kindness that will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.
Janet found joy in the simple pleasures of life. She had a creative spirit and loved crafting, always finding ways to make something beautiful with her hands. The...
Larry R. Jones
Jun 28, 2026
Lawrence Ralph Jones (Larry), 83, of Springfield, Missouri, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2026.
Larry was born on March 28, 1943, in Moline, Illinois, to Ralph Henry Jones and Velda Margaret (Smith) Jones, who both preceded him in death.
Larry spent his childhood in Moline before his family relocated to Jacksonville, Florida, where he attended high school. Following graduation, he enlisted...
Dale Allen Taylor
Jun 25, 2026
Dale Allen Taylor, 80, of Springfield, MO passed away on Thursday, June 25, 2026 at his home, surrounded by family. He was born on Tuesday, January 1, 1949 in Kansas City, MO to Ruth McMillen and Floyd Taylor.
Dale served his country in the US Marine corps during Vietnam and worked as a Bus Driver in Kansas City. On April 16,...
John David Conley
Jun 25, 2026
John David Conley, known by many as John or Dave, entered this world on October 16, 1937, in Rogersville, Missouri, and passed on June 25, 2026, in Springfield, Missouri.
He was the beloved son of Irl and Leota Conley. He attended grade school and completed high school in Fordland, Missouri, where he helped on the family farm. He enjoyed playing fastpitch...