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...
Ritsuko Nitta
Jun 23, 2026
Ritsuko Nitta, of Springfield, MO, left this world peacefully and surrounded by her family on Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at the age of 100. She was born on Terminal Island in Los Angeles, CA to Kinosuke and Miye Kubo (nee Sakauye) on Sunday, February 7, 1926.
Our family is mourning her death and celebrating her life through the compassion of loved...
Mary Geneva Cochrun
Jun 22, 2026
Mrs. Mary Geneva Cochrun, age 97, of Springfield, Missouri, peacefully passed away on Monday, June 22, 2026, at Maranatha Village in Springfield, Missouri.
Mary Geneva Cochrun (née Loveland) was born on April 5, 1929, in Bruner, Missouri, to Aaron and Lula Loveland. She was blessed with two brothers, Junior and Jerald.
Geneva attended a one-room schoolhouse in Bruner. Her love of reading...
Harold Dean Scroggins
Jun 21, 2026
Mr. Harold Dean Scroggins, age 84, of Nixa, Missouri passed away on June 21, 2026.
Harold was born July 7, 1941 in Springfield, Missouri. He attended Bois D’arc Elementary School in Missouri and High School at Ash Grove, Missouri. Harold met Gearldean (Jerri) Richter in high school. Following high school, they married and built a life together over the next 64...