Oct 17, 2025

Jeffrey Lynn Messenger, 75, of Republic, Missouri, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, October 17, 2025 at 10:17 a.m., surrounded by his loving family. He was born on Monday, November 28, 1949 in Scott City, Kansas to Harry Vernil Messenger and Vada Lamoine Messenger (Robinson).

Jeff was a proud veteran and served four years in...

Oct 14, 2025

The family of Richard Merlin Van Every Jr. regretfully announces his passing on October 14, 2025.

Richard was widely recognized for his resourcefulness and dedication, consistently supporting the aspirations of those around him. He approached each challenge with determination and ingenuity, turning ideas into reality through careful work and creativity. Beyond his technical...

Oct 12, 2025

Craig Leon Crocker, age 66, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday evening, October 12, 2025, at his residence in Springfield, Mo.  He was born August 6, 1959, in Carthage, Mo.  The family is deeply saddened and shocked by his sudden death.

Craig is preceded in death by his parents, Leon H. Crocker and Joy...

Oct 10, 2025

Hulen "Joe" Buckner age 81 of Springfield, Missouri, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, October 10, 2025.

Joe was born in Springfield, Missouri on Saturday, January 29, 1944 to George "Remus" Buckner and Devarah "Gla" Buckner (Fender).

After serving in the U.S. Air Force, Joe...

Oct 8, 2025

Karen Sue Letterman, age 63, of Springfield, Missouri, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, October 8, 2025 after battling cancer.

She was born on Saturday, November 11, 1961, in Springfield, Missouri, to Margie and Jesse Knight. Karen was united in marriage to Steve Letterman, and together they shared 41 years of...

Oct 8, 2025

Andrew Michael Herr, 44, of Springfield, MO left this earth on Wednesday, October 8, 2025. He was born on Monday, August 17, 1981 in St. Petersburg, FL to Stan and Kathleen Herr.

Andrew was a devoted husband to his wife Connie and a loving father to his son David and daughter Hattie. Everything he did in life...

Oct 7, 2025

Ethel Joan Price, 90, of Springfield, MO passed away on Tuesday, October 7, 2025. She was born on Saturday, October 27, 1934 in Springfield, MO to Clara and Jiles Gillmore.

Joan and David were united in marriage on September 27, 1951 and to this union three children were born. She loved animals, Dr. Pepper and spending time...

Oct 1, 2025

Frances Marion Beasley, age 89 of Springfield, MO died on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at Woodland Manor Nursing Home.

Frances was born on Thursday, March 12, 1936, to Lee and Bula Casteel in Pleasant Hope, MO. Frances was one of five children. She was married two times and had five children of her...

Sep 30, 2025

James "Jim" Philip Ziverk, age 66, of Conroe, Texas, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, September 30, 2025.

Jim was born on March 24, 1959, in El Reno, Oklahoma, to Wilma Ann and James Harry Ziverk. A native son of Oklahoma and longtime resident of the Ozarks, he found his greatest peace...

Sep 25, 2025

Emma Lou (Hutchison) Caples, 88, passed away peacefully in her home, near Rogersville, Missouri on Thursday, September 25th, 2025. She was born on December 26th, 1936, to Woodrow Wilson Hutchison and Elsie Louella (Freeman) Hutchison in the family home. She was the second of five daughters, all born  prior to their baby brother.  While attending Bono (AR)...