This page is dedicated to Barry Co., MO citizens who were cremated and do not have a final resting place in a cemetery,
unknown burial place, donated their bodies to science or buried elsewhere.
| Name | Born | Died | Research Notes & Inscriptions | Researcher or Resource |
| KADAR, Emil Julius | Jan. 25, 1918 New York, NY |
Jan. 29, 2002 Monett Health Care, Monett, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Lajos and Erzsebet (Kovacs) Kadar. He was an estimater in the construction business, an Army Air Corps veteran of World War II, and a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Graveside services will be 1 p.m. tomorrow, January 31, at Missouri Veteran's Cemetery in Springfield under the direction of Buchanan Funeral Home of Monett. - He married Sophia Klosterman on June 29, 1940 in Fairfield, CT. | Buchanan Funeral Home SS Claims Index CT Marriage Index Phyllis Long |
| KAHLE, Kenneth | Sept. 7, 1949 St. Louis, MO |
Aug. 21, 2008 At Home, Monett, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of the late Wilbert P. and Elizabeth A. (Christian) Kahle. Kenneth was a U. S. Navy veteran having served in Vietnam. He was a pattern maker for a shoe manufacturer. Kenneth is survived by his loving partner, Laurel Baur; and other family members. Kenneth was a dear brother, brother-in-law, uncle, great uncle, great great uncle, cousin, and dear friend to many in Monett and the surrounding area. Along with his parents he was also preceded in death by one brother, William Kahle. Burial will be held at 2 p.m. August 28, 2008, at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery in St. Louis, Missouri. The body is being cremated under the direction of Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home, Monett, Missouri. | Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KAMRATH, Maletta Marion (GRUHLKE) | Jan. 11, 1922 Wabasha Co., MN |
Apr. 20, 2003 At Home, Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Maletta M. Kamrath, 81, of Washburn, died yesterday, April 20, at her home. She was a retired nurse's assistant. Daughter of Edward J. Gruhlke and Gladys L. Carlon. Services will be 2 p.m. tomorrow, April 22, at Williamson Chapel in Cassville. Burial will be in Red Wing, Minnesota, at a later date under the direction of Williamson Funeral Home of Cassville. - Buried with her husband Walter Friedrich Kamrath in Oakwood Cemetery, Goodhue Co., MN. | Williamson Funeral Home SS Claims Index Findagrave.com Phyllis Long |
| KANE, William E. | Aug. 4, 1932 Spearville, KS |
Aug. 9, 2012 Mercy Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Research Note: Golden, Barry Co., MO resident. He was the son of Elbert and Agnes (Shean) Kane. He attended Spearville High School and was a graduate of the Class of 1950. William worked as a chemical salesman and in July of 1998 he and his companion, Doris Williams, moved to Golden, Missouri from Witchita, Kansas. Survivors include his companion, Doris Williams, of Golden, MO. In addition to his parents, Bill was preceded in death his wife, Edna Mae (Kendrick) Kane; and one sister, Mary Agnes. Memorial services will be on Saturday, August 11, 2012, at 2:00 p.m. at White Funeral Home. | White Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KANEKO, Patrick Dale | Aug. 11, 1975 Wichita, Sedgwick Co., KS |
Feb. 4, 2013 Mount Nittany Medical Center, State College, PA |
Research Note: Patrick Dale Kaneko (aka Edeyn Hannah Blackeney) of State College, Pennsylvania, formerly of Cassville, passed away Monday, February 4, 2013, in Mount Nittany Medical Center in State College. He was the son of Robert "Bob" and Eupha Rose (Lakey) Kaneko. He was preceded in death by his step-father, John Galyen (2006) and his brother, Michael Galyen (2007). Patrick graduated with honors from Cassville High School with the class of 1994. He was salutatorian. He continued his education at Missouri University of Science and Technology at Rolla, Missouri and took online courses as well. He moved to State College, Pennsylvania, where he worked as a sandwich artist for Subway. Patrick loved spending time with his fiancée, whom he loved very much. They had planned to make Australia their future home after they were married. He/She will be greatly missed by all. Cremation arrangements were under the direction of Fohn Funeral Home, Cassville, Missouri. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KANNARD, David C. | May 31, 1968 White Plains, NY |
Nov. 3, 2018 At Home, Monett, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Keith and Camiel (Morgan) Kannard. David was born on May 31, 1968 in White Plains, NY, the son of Keith and Camiel (Morgan) Kannard. David graduated from Valley Forge Military Academy in Wayne, PA, and earned his Bachelor's Degree from University of Arizona. He owned and operated a Computer Business in Hot Springs, AR, before moving to Monett. David worked for Wal-Mart in Aurora, MO. On September 22, 2012 in Hot Springs, AR, David Kannard and Donna R. Thomas were united in marriage. He was preceded in death by his father, Keith Kannard. David's wishes were to be cremated. Arrangements have been entrusted to Buchanan Funeral Home, Monett, MO. | Buchanan Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KARNS, Virgil M. | Nov. 12, 1921 Englevale, KS |
Apr. 6, 2011 At Home, Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Marion H. and Ollie (Jumet) Karns. On April 30, 1986, in Ft. Scott, Kansas, he was united in marriage to Pamela Storbeck. Preceding him in death were his parents; a brother, Ethridge Karns and a sister, Beverly Warner. Virgil grew up and received his education in Kansas, where he graduated from high school. During World War II he served in the United States Army. Much of his life was spent in California and was a real estate agent there. Twenty-five years ago he moved from San Francisco, California to Cassville to make his home. No services are scheduled at this time. Cremation arrangements are under direction of Fohn Funeral Home, Cassville. Burial with military honors will be later in Missouri Veterans Cemetery, Springfield, Missouri. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| Keel, Donnie | Dec. 25, 1948 DeRidder, LA |
Apr. 24, 2016 Mercy Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of LeRoy L. and Ima (Harbison) Keel, who preceded him in death. Also preceding him in death was one son, Jamie Lee Keel. Donnie grew up and received his education at Rosepine, Louisiana where he graduated from high school. He served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. In 1991, he moved from Rosepine to Wheaton to make his home. For several years he was ranch foreman for J.R. and Howard Bixler. | McQueen Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KEEN, Calvin Cloyse | June 26, 1946 Ava, MO |
Dec. 29, 2012 Lacoba Nursig Home, Monett, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Purdy, Barry Co., MO resident. He was the son of Roy and Evelyn Keen. Preceding him in death were his parents and one brother, Gene Keen. He received his education in Texas, where he graduated from high school. He was a self-employed truck driver and contract laborer. During the Vietnam War, he served in the U.S. Army. No services are scheduled at this time. Cremation arrangements are under direction of Fohn Funeral Home, Cassville. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KEISTER, Anna Marie (HAMOWITZ) (RHODES) | July 26, 1965 Pensacola, FL |
Oct. 13, 2004 At Home, Purdy, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Daughter of Homer Keister Sr. and Galeshis. She was preceded in death by one son, Nicolas, in 2000; and her mother, Rita Galeshis. No services are planned. Arrangements are under the direction of Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home of Monett. | Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KELLER, Becky Lou (JORDAN) | Feb. 1, 1932 Longmont, CO |
Sept. 28, 2007 St. John's Hosp., Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Seligman, MO resident. She was the daughter of Ralph A. and Lula Mae Brimm Jordan. She was a 1952 graduate of Colorado Woman's College. She worked several years at Boulder Daily Camera newspaper and worked in livestock. She married Charles Keller on September 2, 1953, in Denver, Colorado. She was preceded in death by one son, Charles Keller, on April 21, 2005. Arrangements are under the direction of White Funeral Home of Cassville. | White Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KELLER, Charles Wilbur "Cactus" | Dec. 9, 1926 Saguache Co., CO |
July 5, 2008 St. John's Hosp., Berryville, AR |
Research Note: Seligman, Barry Co., MO resident. Son of Wilbur Perry Keller and Maude Travis. He was raised in Sidney, Iowa, He started a career in rodeo before becoming a rancher. He wrangled on Rawah Ranch in northern Colorado until he married Becky Lou Keller on Sept. 2, 1953, in Denver, Colo. He was called to serve his country during the Korean conflict stationed in El Paso, Texas. He was honorably discharged in 1956 and returned home to Colorado. He and his wife ranched and farmed at Cactus Patch Ranch from 1961 to 1975. In 1975, they moved to Lyons, Colo., where they lived until 1992 when they moved to Seligman, to spend their retirement years. In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by one son, Douglas Keller, and one brother, Rae Keller. Military Honors conducted by the Missouri National Guard, Juliet Team, of Joplin, will be held on Friday at 4 p.m. at the White Funeral Home in Cassville, with a memorial gathering to be held following services. | White Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KELLEY, Betty Lucille | Sept. 10, 1938 Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Mar. 4, 2002 Cox Hosp., Monett, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Daughter of Maurice Winfred Kelley and Rena Martha Clayton. She was a 1956 graduate of Monett High School. She had a bachelor of arts degree in music from School of the Ozarks and Central Methodist College, graduating in 1962. She was children's coordinator for the Barry-Lawrence Regional Library branch in Monett for the past 16 years, managing preschool story time and numerous reading club activities. She was a member of St. Stephen's Episcopal Church in Monett. She was preceded in death by her father, Winford Kelley; and one brother, David Essary. Burial will be at a later date under the direction of Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home of Monett. | Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KELLEY, Colt Levi, MSgt. | May 31, 1982 Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Dec. 21, 2020 St. Francis Medical Center, Colorado Springs, CO |
Research Note: He was the son of Mark Anthony "Tony" and Vicky (Meyer) Kelley. He was united in marriage on October 30, 2010 in Pierce City, Missouri to Tess Blamey. He was graduate of Monett High School and was currently serving his country as a Master Sergeant in the United States Air Force based at Peterson Air Force Base in Colorado. Visitation for MSgt. Colt Kelley is being held on Monday January 4, 2020 from 11:00a.m. to 2:00p.m. at the Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home in Monett, Missouri. A private family service with Military Honors is being held and will be available for viewing on Zoom at 2:30p.m. on Monday January 4, 2020. | Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KELLEY, James Dale | Feb. 18, 1944 Klamath Falls, OR |
Dec. 25, 2003 At Home, Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was a retired railroad foreman and an Air Force veteran of the Vietnam conflict. Memorial services were 1 p.m. today, December 29, at Fohn Funeral Home in Cassville. - Very little information on the obit. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KELLNER, Duane Wallace | Aug. 6, 1932 Tripoli, IA |
Oct. 4, 2010 At Home, Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Alfred Wallace Kellner and Alvina (Skeries) Kellner. He was a U.S. Army veteran having served during the Korean Conflict, and was the owner and operator of a refrigeration and appliance repair business. He married Monna F. Temple on June 19, 2003 in Cassville, Missouri. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of White Funeral Home and Crematory in Cassville, Missouri. - - He first married Mavis June Johnson. | White Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KELLY, Lillie Lucille (MAUPIN) (BRYMER) (BYBEE) | Mar. 23, 1927 Pritchett, CO |
Mar. 1, 2006 Cox Hosp., Monett, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Monett, MO resident. She was the daughter of Charlie and Pearl (Campbell) Maupin. | Lakin Funeral Home SS Claims Index Phyllis Long |
| KELLEY, Lorine L. (TROUPE) (SHOEMAKER) (NOLAN) | May 14, 1916 Kansas City, Wyandotte Co., KS |
Apr. 11, 2000 Red Rose Inn, Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: She was the daughter of Claude Earl Troupe and Cecil L. Russell. She was a retired service station owner and manager. She married Bob Kelley in 1954 in Kansas City, and he preceded her in death in 1991. She was preceded in death by one son, Timothy Shoemaker. Private services will be held at a later date under the direction of Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home of Monett. | Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KENNEDY, Alaike Scott | Apr. 14, 2012 Cox South Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Apr. 14, 2012 Cox South Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Research Note: Baby Alaike Scott Kennedy passed away on April 14, 2012 at Cox South Hospital in Springfield, Missouri. Alaike was the beloved son of Breeze and Derek Kennedy, of Exeter, Missouri. A weeping cherry tree will be planted in the yard by his parents in honor of Alaike. | White Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KENNEDY, Linda Bella | May 19, 1979 | Nov. 29, 2022 | Research Note: No obit. Linda Bella Kennedy, age 43, passed away on November 29, 2022. She has been cremated at her family's request. No services are planned at this time. | Lakin Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KENNEY, Medford Aken | Apr. 14, 1925 Joplin, Jasper Co. MO |
Sept. 29, 2003 At Home, Eagle Rock, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Aken Leslie and Ethel Lee (Mannas) Kenney. He graduated from Midway High School in 1943. He was an Army veteran of World War II. He was a logger in Washington, worked for Standard Stations Inc. in San Diego, California, and was retired from Hallmark in Kansas City. He moved to Eagle Rock in 1985 and was a member of Roaring River Baptist Church. He married Ila Jean Enlow in 1950 in Bentonville, Arkansas, and she preceded him in death December 31, 1979. He was preceded in death by one daughter, Diana Kenney. - He and his wife are buried at Dice Cemetery Fairview, Newton Co., MO. | Nelson Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KERR, Donald | Mar. 8, 1935 Banks Twp., Indiana Co., PA |
July 30, 2017 At Home, Butterfield, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of son of Darrel and Olive (Kid) Kerr. In 1994 he moved to Butterfield from Arkansas. Survivors include a host of numerous friends that loved and cared for him dearly. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of the White Funeral Home and Crematory, Cassville, Missouri. | White Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KETTNER, Colleen (HOLLOWAY) | Feb. 8, 1935 Ansan, KS |
June 3, 2018 Mercy Hosp., Aurora, Lawrence Co., MO |
Research Note: Monett, MO resident. She was the daughter of the late Ival William and Vina Ovitha (Sears) Holloway. She was united in marriage on August 17, 1951 in Kansas to Lonnie Arthur Kettner; he preceded her in death on April 24, 2004. She was retired from Tyson’s in Monett and a member of the Temple Baptist Church in Monett. She was preceded in death by her parents: Ival and Vina; her husband Lonnie; one sister: Sharon Irene Holloway and one brother: Ronnie William Holloway. Private family memorial services are being scheduled for a later date. - She is buried at Marshall Cemetery, Forum, Madison Co., AR with her husband. | Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home Findagrave.com Phyllis Long |
| KETTNER, Lonnie Arthur | Oct. 5, 1929 Black Gum, OK |
Apr. 24, 2004 Cox Hosp., Monett, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of James Arthur and Leoda (Bowen) Kettner. He moved to Monett in 1960 and was retired as animal control officer for the City of Monett. He attended the Assembly of God in Monett. He married Colleen Holloway on August 17, 1951, in Wichita, Kansas. He was preceded in death by one sister, Bessie Kettner. Burial will be at later date under the direction of Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home of Monett. - He is buried at Marshall Cemetery, Forum, Madison Co., AR with his wife. | Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home Findagrave.com Phyllis Long |
| KIELBLOCK, James Edward | Jan. 17, 1938 Jackson, MN |
Feb. 8, 2014 Aurora Nursing Center, Aurora, Lawrence Co., MO |
Research Note: Purdy, Barry Co., MO resident. He was the son of Fred and Caroline (Bergmeier) Kielblock. On December 14, 1968,he was united in marriage to Nancy Leishman in Red Cloud, Nebraska. Jim owned and operated the Town and Country Body Shop in Giltner, Nebraska, until retiring and moving to Purdy in 1999. On December 14, 1968,he was united in marriage to Nancy Leishman in Red Cloud, Nebraska. Jim owned and operated the Town and Country Body Shop in Giltner, Nebraska, until retiring and moving to Purdy in 1999. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Gordon, Gene, and Freddie, and one sister, Norma Kielblock. Memorial services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, February 13, 2014, at St. John's Lutheran Church in Purdy, MO. | White Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KILE, Linda Jean (MORGAN) | Feb. 8, 1954 Amarillo, TX |
Mar. 10, 2022 Roaring River Rehab., Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Seligman, Barry Co., MO resident. She was the daughter of Sylvia Lorraine Morgan. She attended Hilltop Mission Church in Anderson, Missouri and is preceded in death by her mother, a brother Jack Allen and a sister Cassie Tarrant. A memorial service will be held at 5:00 p.m., Saturday, March 26, 2022 at Hilltop Mission Church in Anderson, Missouri. | Sisco Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KING Nichole Rae (COX) | Apr. 3, 1978 Barre, VT |
Oct. 22, 2021 Cox South Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Research Note: Butterfield, Barry Co., MO resident. She was the daughter of Michael and Margaret (Juckett) Cox. Nichole grew up in Vermont and attended Harwood High School in Waterbury, Vermont. After moving to Butterfield in 2008 she began working at Oxford HealthCare in Springfield, Missouri as a Certified Nursing Assistant. Her significant other was Jake King. Preceding her in death were her father and one brother, Nathan Michael Cox. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KINGREY, Minnie Mae (REED) | Mar. 22, 1904 Ironton, OH |
Feb. 7, 2001 Monett Health Care, Monett, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Purdy, Barry Co., MO resident. She was the daughter of William Sherman and Kathern (Murnahan) Reed. She was a homemaker and a member of the Church of Christ of Christian Union Church in Lucasville, Ohio. She married Sidney Homer Kingrey in 1926 in Ironton, Ohio, and he preceded her in death December 31, 1981. She was preceded in death by one son, Ralph Kingrey. Graveside services will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, February 12, at Wilgus Cemetery in Ironton, Ohio, under the direction of Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home of Monett. | Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KINISTON, Jane (STETZER) (MACEIKIS) | Feb. 9, 1942 Pittsburg, PA |
Aug. 28, 2009 Holiday Island, Carroll Co., AR |
Research Note: Daughter of Albert and Anna (Shuttleworth) Stetzer. On August 20, 2009, in Holiday Island, she was united in marriage to Donald Kiniston. She graduated from high school and attended two years of college in Pennsylvania. She was the payroll and insurance administrator for Pesco County School District in Florida for several years. Four months ago, she moved from Palm Harbor, Fla., to Holiday Island to make her home. She had been active in the Fleet Reserve Organization. No services are scheduled at this time. Cremation arrangements are under direction of Fohn Funeral Home. | Barry Co. Advertiser Sept. 2, 2009 Phyllis Long |
| KINNEY, Nancy Ann (MILLER) (VIDEC) | Mar. 26, 1948 Morenci, AZ |
June 22, 2010 Ozark Methodist Manor, Marionville, MO |
Research Note: She was a Purdy, MO resident and a daughter of Theodore and Georgia (Cook) Miller. On August 17, 1991, she was united in marriage to Jerry Kinney. Nancy was preceded in death by her father, Theodore and one daughter, Angie Videc. She and her family moved to Republic, Missouri, where she received her education. Nancy was a dancer and moved to California for her career. Dancing and riding motorcycles were two of Nancy's favorite pastimes. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KIRBY, Helen L. (LEWRIGHT) | June 24, 1926 Eagle Grove IA |
Sept. 3, 2009 Red Rose Inn, Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: She was the daughter of Harold Lucious and Erma (Harges) Lewright. She was united in marriage to Frederick William Kirby, who preceded her in death in 1987. She was also preceded in death by her parents and one son, Robert. She grew up and received her education in Iowa. She received her bachelor's degree at the University of Iowa. She was a registered nurse. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KIRBY, Margaret Dana (CLANCY) (SOUTHWORTH) | Mar. 7, 1944 Shreveport, LA |
June 12, 2017 Mercy Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Research Note: Cassville, Barry Co., MO resident. She was the daughter of Edward Stewart and Mary Elizabeth (Morris) Clancy. She was united in marriage to Russell Southworth and to this union three children were born. On March 20, 1992, she was united in marriage to Jerry Rena Kirby; he preceded her in death on October 28, 2012. A private family burial will be held at a later date. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of the White Funeral Home and Crematory, Cassville, Missouri. | White Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KIRCHNER, John | May 18, 1945 Gary, IN |
June 25, 2018 Bentonview Park Rehab., Monett, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of the late John and Anna (Swisher) Kirchner. He was married on June 10, 1991 in Eureka Springs, Arkansas to Linda Moore. He was a retired barber and of Catholic Faith. Memorial service arrangements are pending and will be announced upon completion. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home in Monett, Missouri. | Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KIRK, Alophus Lafayette "Pat" | Apr. 4, 1929 MO |
Sept. 11, 2018 Cox South Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Research Note: Purdy, Barry Co., MO resident. He was the son of the late Charles and Flossie (Wilson) Kirk. He was united in marriage on December 20, 1993 to Angie Horine. He was retired from the shoe industry and a member of the Tennessee Walking Horse Association as well as many other horse affiliated associations. | Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KIRK, Margaret "Lillian" (PERING) | Jan. 31, 1922 Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Apr. 3, 2012 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: She was the daughter of Cornelious Pering and Amanda Florence Hamilton. On September 22, 1940, she married Fredic Dale Kirk in Springfield, Missouri. Lillian was a military wife and traveled extensively with Dale before settling in Kirkwood, Missouri. In 1973 they retired and moved to Shell Knob, Missouri. Lillian loved music and was a member of the Melodears' in Shell Knob for over 20 years, and was also a member and soloist of Christian Science Church in Eureka Springs for many years. She was a member and a volunteer for the Shell Knob Chamber of Commerce. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1995. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by seven siblings. | White Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KIRK, Vivien (PETERSON) (BILOKI) | Oct. 18, 1950 Santa Monica, CA |
Dec. 18, 2018 Mercy Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Research Note: Purdy, Barry Co., MO resident. She was the daughter of Betty (Robertson) Peterson and the late Leonard Peterson. She was united in marriage in 1977 in Torrance, California to Dana Steven Kirk; he preceded her in death on March 10, 2016. She was preceded in death by her father: Leonard and one brother: Johnny Peterson. Burial at Missouri Veterans Cemetery at Springfield, MO. Buried with her husband Dana S. Kirk, 1948-2016. | Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KISLER, Ellis Kelly | May 17, 1944 Mountain Home, AR |
Nov. 4, 2009 At Home, Monett, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Claude and Bertha (ROWLEY) Kisler, who preceded him in death. Also preceding him in death was a son, K.J. Kisler. Ellis grew up and received his education at Washburn, Missouri. He worked for Jumping Jack Shoes in Cassville, several years. His entire life was spent in Barry County. No services are scheduled at this time. Cremation arrangements were under direction of Fohn Funeral Home, Cassville. - His wife was Reta Periman, divorced. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KISLER, Ellis Kelly, Jr. | June 11, 1967 Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
May 10, 2008 Purdy, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Ellis died from injuries sustained in the tornado at Purdy. He was the son of Ellis Kelly and Reta (Periman) Kisler. He received his education at Cassville R-IV Schools. He lived in Barry County his entire life and was a self-employed mechanic. He was preceded in death by one infant brother, Dion Kisler, and his grandparents. No services are planned at this time. His body will be cremated under direction of Fohn Funeral Home. | Barry Co. Advertiser May 14, 2008 Phyllis Long |
| KISLER, Michael "Shane" | June 17, 1972 Stella, Newton Co., MO |
Nov. 22, 2022 At Home, Purdy, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Ellis Kelly and Reta (Periman) Kisler. On October 31, 2011 in Eureka Springs, Arkansas he was united in marriage to Danette Seeley. Preceding him in death were his father, Ellis Kelly "Butch" Kisler and two brothers, Ellis Kelly "K.J." Kisler, Jr. and Dion Kisler. Shane attended school in Cassville, Missouri. After school he moved to Kansas City, Missouri helping to install power lines, when he returned to Cassville in 1992 he began working for Tyson Foods and later at the Purdy Quarry for several years until he became ill. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Cremation arrangements are under direction of Fohn Funeral Home in Cassville, Missouri. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KITCHEN, Donna Jo (SAMUEL) (KILLIAN) | Dec. 1, 1943 Poplar Bluff, MO |
June 10, 2010 At Home, Golden, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: She was the daughter of Robert Samuel and Lois Inez (Hastings) Samuel. She died after a lengthy battle with Osteocarsonoma cancer. She married Donald Kitchen in St. Louis, Missouri. He preceded her in death in March, 2000. Donna worked as secretary for Lewis Street Glass until her illness forced retirement. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of White Funeral Home, Cassville, Missouri. - Her first husband was Donald Eugene Killian. | White Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KITCHING, Robert M. "Bob" | Sept. 9, 1952 Chicago, Cook Co., IL |
Nov. 23, 2022 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Robert M. (Bob) Kitching aka Dancer, age 70, of Shell Knob, passed at his home. He was the son of Robert F. and Dorothy (Neuman) Kitching. Bob was a disabled veteran of the United States Navy, a professional truck driver most of his adult life and was the founder of the "Seven Valleys B.A.C.A. Chapter" in Monett. Bob was married to his loving wife Peggy Sue Stanton Kitching on July 18, 1986. He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister Carol. Bobs body has been gifted to Missouri University in Columbia for medical study. | Shell Knob Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KNAPIK, Olive R. "Skippy" | Mar. 15, 1944 Belleville, IL |
Mar. 22, 2015 Mercy Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Research Note: Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO resident. She was the daughter of Gordon and Sarah (Millner) Raney. On June 29, 1964, in Washington DC, she was united in marriage to William Arnold "Bill" Knapik, Jr. Preceding her in death were her parents; one brother; one sister and a granddaughter, Spirit. Skippy, as most people knew her, graduated from high school in Sparta, Illinois and received her associate's degree from Avila University in Kansas City, Missouri. She was employed with the United States Government as a real estate specialist, renting property for the government in twenty-six states. Seventeen years ago she and Bill moved from Kansas City, Missouri to Shell Knob to make their home. She was on the Art Board for Table Rock Art Guild in Kimberling City and a member of CASK (Creative Art of Shell Knob). A celebration of life will be held at a late date. Cremation arrangements are under direction of Fohn Funeral Home, Shell Knob. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KNATCAL, Charles Newton | June 14, 1939 Cooperstown, IL |
July 6, 2022 Cox South Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Research Note: Purdy, Barry Co., MO resident. He was the son of Charles E. and Bertha Evelyn (Barnett) Knatcal, who preceded him in death. Also preceding him in death were two sisters, Mary Ridenour and Stella Antle. Surviving are two sons and one daughter. Charles attended Smith-Cotton High School in Sedalia, Missouri, later joining the United States Marine Corps where he served from June 29, 1956 until April 1, 1959. He had lived in this area for fifty-two years and had been employed by EFCO Corporation in Monett as a welder from where he retired. Graveside services with military honors will be held at 1:00 P.M. Friday, July 15, 2022 at Missouri Veterans Cemetery in Springfield, Missouri. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KNECHTENHOFER, Robert Steven | Apr. 25, 1956 St. Joseph, MO |
Mar. 12, 2013 At Home, Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Robert C. "Bob" and Beverly "Bev" (Peek) Knechtenhofer. Preceding him in death were his grandparents. He grew up in Savannah, Missouri, where he graduated from High School. He continued his education at Vo-Tech where he became an electrician. For twenty-five years he worked as an electrician most of those years here in Barry County for Tucker Electric. Cremation arrangements are under direction of Fohn Funeral Home, Cassville. - Maybe buried in St. Joseph, MO. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KNEPPER, Phillip Armond | July 11, 1941 Zion, IL |
Feb. 29, 2020 At Home, Monett, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of the late Wendell Waldo "Jack" and Lucille Minnie Margaret (Dalton) Knepper. He was united in marriage on September 9, 1979 in Libertyville, Illinois to Rachel McInnes. He was a contractor and landlord with a love of fishing and gardening as well as being an award-winning wine maker. He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother: Jack Knepper and one grand-daughter. Private family services for Phillip are being held at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home in Monett, Missouri. - He first married Mary Ellen Johnson. | Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KNIGHTEN, Marie | Apr. 17, 1943 | Sept. 7, 2012 | Research Note: Cremation arrangements are under the direction of White Funeral Home, Cassville, Barry Co., MO. Private family services will be held at a later date. | White Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KNIPPEN, Edward Matthew, Jr. | Nov. 22, 1941 Chicago, Cook Co., IL |
July 24, 2000 Aurora Comm. Hosp. Aurora, Lawrence Co., MO |
Research Note: Son of Edward M. Knippen, Sr. and Angeline M. Lechel. He had lived in Aurora since 1987. He worked at Tyson Foods in Monett and was a Catholic. Survivors include one son, two daughters, two brothers, four sisters, and two grandchildren. Survivors include one son, two daughters, two brothers, four sisters, and two grandchildren. He had been married to Virginia Thomas. No services are planned and the body has been cremated under the direction of Buchanan Funeral Home of Monett. | Monett Times July 24, 2000 Mary Homesley SS Claims Index Phyllis Long |
| KOBASHIGAWA, Hubert | Mar. 30, 1949 Furth, Germany |
Apr. 14, 2008 Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Son of Yoshio and Irene Kobashigawa. He was an Army veteran and was a graduate of the University of Hawaii. Husband of Patricia McKerlie, married on May 26, 1979 in Hilo, Hawaii. He was preceded in death by his father, Yoshio "Nick" Kobashigawa; one brother, Ralph; and one sister. The body has been cremated under the direction of Fohn Funeral Home. | Barry Co. Advertiser Apr 16, 2008 Phyllis Long |
| KOBASHIGAWA, Patricia Louise (MCKERLIE) | Feb. 17, 1948 Chillicothe, MO |
Oct. 3, 2013 MO |
Research Note: Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO resident. She was the daughter of Earl William and Lila Mae (Patterson) McKerlie. On May 26, 1979, in Hilo, Hawaii, she was united in marriage to Hubert Kobashigawa, who preceded her in death on April 13, 2008. Also preceding her in death were her parents. Patti, as most people knew her, received her education at Chillicothe, Missouri, where she graduated from high school. At the age of fifteen she became paralyzed in an automobile accident, but rose above her limitations to attend college, receiving her Bachelor's Degree from the University of Hawaii at Hilo. She later earned a Master's Degree from the University of Missouri at Columbia. She resided in California for a while before moving to Shell Knob, Missouri to make her home. Raising Yorkshire Terriers was her passion in life and she loved them all. She attended Trinity Presbyterian Church in Shell Knob, where memorial services will be held at 1:00 P.M., Wednesday, October 30, 2013, under direction of Fohn Funeral Home, Shell Knob, MO. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KOBLACK, Mark T. | Dec.9, 1956 Chicago, IL |
June 13, 2017 At Home, Wheaton, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Edward and Barbara Koblack. He was a member of the Teamsters Union in Chicago while working in construction. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Edward Koblack. A private family burial will be held at a later date. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of the White Funeral Home and Crematory, Cassville, Missouri. | White Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KOCHELL, Allan Eugene | Oct. 7 1951 Danville, IL |
Apr. 1, 2017 Mercy Hosp., Joplin, Jasper Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Robert and Doris (Hansborough) Kochell. On May 7, 2010 in Eureka Springs, Arkansas he was united in marriage to Nickiey Nelson. Preceding him in death were his parents, whom he loved and missed very much. Allan grew up and received his education in Danville, Illinois. He had served in the United States Army. For several years he was a truck driver for Mervis Industries out of Danville. Around six years ago he moved from Danville to Wheaton to make his home. A celebration of life will be held May 6, 2017 in Danville, Illinois. Cremation arrangements are under direction of McQueen Funeral Home in Wheaton. | McQueen Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KOENIG, Anthony Glennon | July 13, 1920 St. Louis, MO |
Aug. 4, 2011 Cassville Health and Rehab., Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of John F. and Sarah (Mensie) Koenig, who preceded him in death. During World War II Anthony joined the United States Air Force, serving from October 10, 1942 until February 12, 1946. For over fifteen years he had made his home in the Cassville area. Graveside services with military honors will be held at 1:00 P.M. Thursday, August 11, 2011, in Missouri Veterans Cemetery, Springfield, Missouri. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KOENIG, William M. | Nov. 28, 1958 Columbus, OH |
Nov. 9, 2019 At Home, Monett, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Benjamin and Rose (Bollack) Koenig. He was married for 31 years to Ok Kim of Holts Summit, MO. Bill grew up in Columbus, OH, attending Groveport Madison High School before entering the U.S. Army. While serving in South Korea, he met his former wife Ok Kim. They lived in Ohio prior to moving to Missouri to continue his work for WinAir. He eventually started working for Jefferson City Winnelson prior to working for Columbia Winnelson. After a series of missteps, he found himself again through the help of The People's Network (TPN) in Purdy, MO. After a year at TPN, he began working at Regal Beloit Corporation in Cassville, MO. Bill was always a Buckeye and wished for his ashes to be in Columbus, OH. Cremation arrangements are under direction of Fohn Funeral Home in Cassville. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KOHLWES, Elmer Edward | Jan. 5, 1909 St. Louis, MO |
Mar. 4, 2000 Carroll Regional Hosp., Berryville, AR |
Research Note: He was the son of Henry and Mathilda (Wolf) Kohlwes. He worked at the Merchant's Exchange in St. Louis, was traffic manager at the Wichita Board of Trade and Kansas Milling Company in Wichita, Kansas, established the Traffic Department in Lubbock, Texas, and headed the Traffic Department of the Standard Milling Company in Kansas City where he was vice president. He was past president of the Kansas City Traffic Club. He was admitted to practice before the United States Interstate Commerce Commission in Washington D.C. He retired to Shell Knob 25 years ago. He was a member of Central Crossing 674 AF and AM Masonic Lodge, Abou Ben Adhem Shrine Temple in Springfield, and the Shell Knob Shrine Club. He married Evelyn M. Smith on September 15, 1934, in St. Louis, MO. No burial place given. | Williamson Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KOOKEN, Teresa Kay (JONES) (GRUBB) | Nov. 22, 1960 Winfield, KS |
Aug. 19, 2021 Freeman West Hosp., Jopln, Jasper Co., MO |
Research Note: Cassville, Barry Co., MO resident. She was the daughter of Beverly Johnson Jones and LM "Mike" Jones. Teresa grew up in Peculiar, MO and graduated from Raymore-Peculiar High School in 1978. She lived in Texas, Alabama and Arkansas finally settling in Cassville, MO where she met her loving companion of 17 years, Cullen Kuykendall. She was preceded in death by her parents: Beverly and "Jack" Sweeney and Harold McCormack. Cremation arrangements are under direction of Fohn Funeral Home in Cassville. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KREAMER, Wanda L. | Oct. 2, 1960 Bakersfield, Kern Co., CA |
June 12, 2008 Monett, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Resident of Monett Health Care. Parents names not given. Survived by 2 daughters. | Barry Co. Advertiser June 18, 2008 Phyllis Long |
| KRICKOVICH, Robert | Jan. 31, 1935 | Jan 27, 2017 | Research Note: Robert Krickovich, age 81, of Cassville, Missouri, passed away on Friday, January 27, 2017. Services are currently pending. No other information. | White Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KRIDER, Keith Clayton | June 14, 1913 Fort Smith, AR |
Jan. 6, 2001 Eureka Springs Convalescent Home, Eureka Springs, AR |
Research Note: Golden, Barry Co., MO resident. Son of Clayton Grable Krider and Margaret May Neeley. He worked for Continental Oil and moved to Golden 13 years ago. He married Ruth Ellen Barrick on June 13, 1933 in Kay Co., OK, and she preceded him in death in 1980. He was preceded in death by two brothers and two sisters. Memorial services will be held at a later date in Rest Haven Memorial Gardens in Ponca City, Oklahoma beside his wife, with cremation under the direction of Fohn Funeral Home of Cassville. - Keith C. Krider, age 68, second married Georgia F. Stanger / Barrick, age 63 on Nov. 22, 1981 in Monterey, CA. They were divorced on Dec. 30, 1982 in Alameda Co., CA. | Fohn Funeral Home OK Marriage Index CA Marriage Index CA Divorce Index Phyllis Long |
| KRITZ, Everette Adaris | Jan. 24, 1992 Rogers, AR |
July 24, 2019 Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of the son of Everette Kritz Jr. Preceding him in death were his grandfather, Everette Kritz Sr. and one brother, Jacob Morrell. Everette grew up in Seligman and received his education in Washburn where he graduated from Southwest High School in 2010. Later he moved to Cassville then to Florida and back to Cassville to make his home. He worked as the General Manager at Pizza Hut in Shell Knob, displaying his incredible knack for uniting and motivating people. Cremation arrangements are under direction of Fohn Funeral Home in Cassville. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KRUEGER, Christy Lynn (FLEER) | July 17, 1970 Washington, MO |
July 25, 2020 At Home, Monett, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: She was the daughter of Donna and the late Thomas Fleer. Christy married her high school sweetheart, Kirby Krueger, on May 16, 1992 in Monett, MO at St. Lawrence Catholic Church. Over the next seven years, they were blessed to bring 4 healthy children into this world, three daughters and one son. Christy worked as a paraprofessional for the Monett Middle School for several years where she went above and beyond her role for the students and families she worked with. Although it wasn't the path she would have chosen for herself, she never questioned the reasoning God chose to lead her into her battle with cancer. She made sure to live every day fully and was a firm believer that God had a bigger plan for her. She was a member of the St. Lawrence Catholic Church, attended St. Lawrence Catholic School and graduated with the Monett High School Class of 1988. Christy was preceded in death by her father, Thomas Fleer, and her father and mother-in-law, Edgar and Kathleen Krueger. For the health and safety of the public and our staff, we ask that you observe and practice social distancing while attending services. Wearing masks is requested to protect yourself and others. Arrangements have been entrusted to Buchanan Funeral Home, Monett. | Buchanan Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KRULL, Arnold Louis | Sept. 23, 1935 Brant, MI |
July 28, 2016 Bentonview Park Rehab., Monett, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Jenkins, Barry Co., MO resident. He was the son of Warren and Charlotte (Grim) Krull. On October 22, 1955 he was united in marriage to Julia Ann Hoch. Preceding him in death were his parents; a daughter, Debbie Krull and two brothers, Lorn and Lyle Krull. Thirty years ago he moved from Marion Springs, Michigan to Aurora, Missouri to make his home. Memorial services will be held at a later date. Cremation arrangements are under direction of Fohn Funeral Home, Cassville. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KRULL, Julia Ann (HOCH) | Sept. 5, 1938 Saginaw, MI |
Aug. 20, 2017 At Home, Jenkins, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: She was the daughter of Reinhold and Mary Katherine (Lambert) Hoch who preceded her in death. On October 22, 1955 she was united in marriage to Arnold L. Krull who passed away on July 28, 2016. Also preceding her in death were one daughter, Debbie Krull and three brothers, Reinhold "Sonny" Hoch, Albert Hoch and William "Bill" Hoch. Julia received her education in Michigan. She was a homemaker. Thirty one years ago she and Arnold moved from Marion Springs, Michigan to Seligman, Missouri and then in 2013 they moved from Seligman to Jenkins, Missouri to make their home. No services are scheduled at this time. Cremation arrangements are under direction of Fohn Funeral Home, Cassville, Missouri. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| KURZ, David William | July 7, 1952 Augsburg, Germany |
Oct. 29, 2014 Mercy Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of the late Frank William and Norma Lee (Deters)Kurz. David was a 1970 graduate of Rosary High School in St. Louis. He worked as a manager for a lumber yard and was of the Catholic faith. Aurora, Missouri. No services have been planned. | Crafton-Cantrell Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LABONTE, Albert William | Apr. 1, 1942 Thompson, CT |
Mar. 18, 2013 At Home, Seligman, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Telesphore and Doris (St. Maire) Labonte. On June 14, 1970, in Dorchester, New Hampshire, he was united in marriage to Janice Elaine Gaspie. Survived by nine sons and three daughters. Al grew up in Connecticut and received his education at St. Joseph in North Grosvenor Dale, Connecticut. He was an automobile mechanic and had worked for Ford Motor Company. No services are scheduled at this time. Cremation arrangements were under the direction of Fohn Funeral Home, Cassville, Missouri. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LACKIE, Stanley Joe | Apr. 24, 1957 Lancaster, CA |
Mar. 12, 2013 | Research Note: Stanley Lackey, age 55, of Seligman, Missouri, passed away on Tuesday, March 12, 2013, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. He was the son of Roy and Mary (Rambo) Lackey. On July 4, 1991, he was united in marriage to Rose Martian. Mr. Lackey was a jack of all trades. He loved fishing, camping and most of all, spending time with his family and grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one step-son, Thomas Munnerlyn. The family will be holding a private memorial service at a later date. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of the White Funeral Home. | White Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LAESSIG, Frances Elizabeth (FLICK) (McMILLEN) | Dec. 5, 1917 Golconda, IL |
Oct. 14, 1999 Barry Co. Hosp., Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Daughter of Thomas B. Flick and Jessie O. Crotser. She moved to Shell Knob in 1997, was a homemaker, and a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of Eagles in Shell Knob. She was married to Robert Laessig, and he preceded her in death December 16, 1997. Memorial services were 11 a.m. today, October 18, at Williamson Chapel in Shell Knob, MO. No burial place given. Her first husband was Fred C. McMillen. | Williamson Funeral Home Census SS Claims Index Phyllis Long |
| LAIZURE, Clarabelle (MCGUIRE) | Jan. 6, 1935 | June 12, 2013 At Home, Golden, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: She was the daughter of Jack and Cora (Bostick) Mcguire. She married Harold Laizure in 1954, in Yuma, California. In 1993 they moved from Norwalk, California to Golden, Missouri where they built their home. She worked at Tysons, Barry County Care Center and Fasco where she retired after 20 years. Cremation arrangements are under the direction White Funeral Home and Crematory, Cassville, Missouri. Buried at Veteran's Cemetery, Springfield, Greene Co., MO with her husband Harold Dean. | Phyllis Long |
| LAIZURE, Harold Dean | Aug. 5, 1930 KS |
Mar. 9, 2021 MO |
Research Note: Golden, Barry Co., MO resident. He was the son of Samuel Charles Laizure and Opal Irene Woodard. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of White Funeral Home and Crematory. Buried at Veteran's Cemetery, Springfield, Greene Co., MO with his wife Clarabelle McGuire. | White Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LAIZURE, Anthony | Apr. 17, 1956 Sorrento, CA |
Mar. 7, 2019 Roaring River Rehab., Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Golden, Barry Co., MO resident. He was the son of Harold and Clarabelle (Mcguire) Laizure. He worked as a self-employed welder and worked in Las Vegas building casinos. Tony was preceded in death by his mother on June 12, 2013; and one brother, Robert Dale Laizure. Memorial services will be held at a later date. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of the White Funeral Home and Crematory, Cassville, Missouri. | White Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LAIZURE, Clarabelle | Jan. 6, 1935 Muskogee, OK |
June 12, 2013 At Home, Golden, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: She was the daughter of Jack and Cora (Bostick) Mcguire. She married Harold Laizure in 1954, in Yuma, California. In 1993 they moved from Norwalk, California to Golden, Missouri where they built their home. She worked at Tysons, Barry County Care Center and Fasco where she retired after 20 years. She was preceded in death by one son, Robert Dell Laizure. Cremation arrangements are under the direction White Funeral Home, Cassville, Missouri. | White Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LAKEY, Heather | Feb. 16, 1979 Rogers, AR |
Dec. 29, 2017 Cox Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Research Note: Washburn, Barry Co., MO resident. She was the daughter of Frederick and Karla (Schell) Lakey. She was a 1997 Rogers High School graduate where she received many scholarships for her abilities on the track field, and acquired the state record for the farthest distance in shot put on May 1, 1997. Heather was preceded in death by her father, Frederick Lakey and her sister, Angel Lakey. A private family burial will be held at a later date. Service arrangements and cremation are under the direction of the White Funeral Home and Crematory, Cassville, Missouri. | White Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LAKIN, Honoria Ellen | Aug. 22, 1947 | Aug. 3, 2019 Freeman Hosp., Joplin, Jasper Co., MO |
Research Note: Honoria "Ellen" Lakin, age 71, of Washburn, Missouri, passed away Saturday, August 3, 2019 at Freeman Hospital in Joplin, Missouri. Cremation arrangements are under direction of Fohn Funeral Home in Cassville. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LAMASTUS, Bennett Morrow | June 7 2020 | June 7 2020 | Research Note: Bennett Morrow Lamastus, newborn son of Allen and Chelsea (Parrigon) Lamastus was taken to heaven to be with the Lord on June 7, 2020. Memorial services for Bennett are pending and will be released upon completion. | Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LAMBERT, Ralph Francis | Oct. 13, 1925 Glen Ellyn, IL |
Sept. 14, 2016 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Oscar Lambert and Estella (Barkei) Lambert. Ralph was united in marriage to Mary E. Prest on June 19, 1954. He moved to Shell Knob in 1959 where he built Kings Harbor Resort and raised his family. Ralph was an avid fisherman and enjoyed creating fishing lures that he shared with many. He was preceded in death by his sister Loretta (Lambert) Mattson, and two brothers Joseph and Keith Lambert. | White Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LAMBRECHT, Mildred Ann (SHARPE) (BAUGH) | Aug. 3, 1938 Houston, TX |
Feb. 2, 2019 Roaring River Rehab., Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Monett, Barry Co., MO resident. She was the daughter of the late Frank and Ursula (Landry) Sharpe. She was united in marriage in Highlands, Texas on February 14, 1984 to Francis Lambrecht; he preceded her in death on August 31, 2017. She was retired from Winegardener's Grocer Association and was a member of the Mt. Carmal Catholic Church in Houston, Texas. - She first married Joseph L. Baugh on July 14, 1956 and was divorced in Walker, TX on Sept. 1, 1972. | Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home TX Divorce and Marriage Records Phyllis Long |
| LAMER, Bruce Clark | Nov. 26, 1948 Denver, CO |
July 8, 2021 Life Hospice, Bentonville, AR |
Research Note: Cassville, Barry Co., MO resident. He was the son of Earl Sherman Lamer and Arlene Mae Ringquist Lamer. He was self-employed at as carpenter for new and remodeled homes. | Sisco Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LAMPE, Buron Frederick "Bif" | Apr. 15, 1929 Alhambra, Los Angeles Co., CA |
Mar. 22, 2003 Cox South Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of George Henry Lampe and Hilda Electa Pond. He was the seventh of eight children. After high school, he enlisted in the Navy, serving 24 years on at least 10 different ships. In 1969, he received his honorable discharge in Bremerton, WA. For some 30 years, Mr. Lampe continued to live in Bremerton, working extensively in the real estate business. At one time, he worked for Reid Real Estate. He married Kathryn Irene (Brattin) Love of Bremerton. After his retirement in 1992, the couple moved to Monett, MO. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, George "Sonny" Lampe and Roger "Tommy" Lampe; and a sister, Hilda "Cookie" Lampe. The body has been cremated by Springfield Cremation Service and no services are planned. Mr. Lampe will be buried with military honors at the Missouri National Cemetery in Springfield, MO. - Kathryn passed away in 2007 and is buried at Macedonia Cemetery in Stella, Newton Co., MO with her first husband. He married Avis Marcella (Mourning) (Corso) (Woods) Grice. She passed in 2014 and is buried in Kitsap Co., WA. | Obit, Kitsap Sun Findagrave.com Phyllis Long |
| LAMPE, Susan Elizabeth | Sept. 11, 1947 Los Angeles, CA |
Apr. 18, 2022 Mercy Hosp., Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: She was the daughter of Hank and Evelyn (Bare) Lampe, who preceded her in death. Also preceding her in death was one sister. Her lifelong partner was Jim Post of Cassville, Missouri. Susan graduated high school in California. After graduating she started showing horses up and down the west coast and won several buckles and trophies, this was her passion. Cremation arrangements are under direction of Fohn Funeral Home in Cassville. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LANCASTER, Diana Jean (JETT) (DEADMOND) (PETERSON) | Sept. 20, 1960 St. Louis, MO |
Sept. 20, 2015 Mercy Hosp., Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: She was the daughter of Irene Jett, who preceded her in death. Also preceding her in death was one sister, Vicky. On August 7, 1988, in Galena, Missouri, she was united in marriage to Sean Lancaster. Diana grew up and received her education in the St. Louis area, where she graduated from high school. For several years she resided in Galena and was employed as a med surgery nurse at St. John's Hospital (now Mercy Hospital) in Springfield. In 2001, she moved to Cassville and attended Crowder College. For seven years she was assistant manager with Bob Evans in Rogers, Arkansas then was general manager for Rowdy Beaver in Cassville. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LANDS, Frank Edward | May 11, 1950 Rochester, NY |
Nov. 16, 2013 Cox South Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Eugene Edward Lands and Josephine (Sousa) Jackson. Frank had worked for Tyson Foods and was of the Baptist faith. He was preceded in death by his father, Eugene Lands; and two brothers, Eugene Lands and Walter Lands. Cremation arrangements are under the personal care and direction of Buchanan Funeral Home, Monett, MO. | Buchanan Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LANEY, Dorothy Mae (VANDERPOOL) (HENBEST) | Mar. 22, 1937 Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Oct. 23, 2006 At Home, Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: She was the daughter of John and Inez (Beaver) Vanderpool. She attended the Church of the Nazarene in Cassville. She married Charles Laney on July 4, 1966, in Monett, MO. She was preceded in death by four sisters. Services will be 2 p.m. Thursday, October 26, at White Funeral Home in Cassville. Cremation will follow. - She first married William J. Henbest on Feb. 21, 1959 in Kansas City, MO. | White Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LANGE, Kathleen V. (COTHRAN) | June 18, 1949 Pontiac, MI |
Nov. 2, 2018 Circle of LIfe, Bentonville, AR |
Research Note: Seligman, Barry Co., MO resident. She was the daughter of Clarence and Velma (Burton) Lange. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, John Cothran. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of the White Funeral Home and Crematory, Cassville, Missouri. - Obituary listed under Lange. | White Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LANGFORD, Raymond Clyde | Nov. 1, 1926 Sapulpa, OK |
Oct. 22, 2017 Oak Point Care, Monett, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of the late John and Ruby (Pratt) Langford. He was united in marriage on June 4, 1950 in Monett, Missouri to Juanita Nickols. He was retired from Missouri Gas Energy in Monett, a Veteran of the United States Army serving during World War II, was a member of the First United Methodist Church, and the Monett American Legion. He was preceded in death by both his parents: John and Ruby; one brother: Roy Langford and one sister: Imogene Vanderford. Graveside memorial services will be held at a later date at the Missouri Veteran's Cemetery in Springfield, Missouri. | Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LANGLEY, James R. | July 29, 1944 Mankato, MN |
Oct. 13, 2020 Mercy Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Research Note: Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO resident. He was the son of Charles D. and Elsie (Kruse) Langley. On March 10, 1984 he was united in marriage to Karen Jones, who passed away on January 17, 2013. Also preceding him in death were his parents; five brothers, Don, Richard, John, Robert and Mike Langley; three sisters, Alice, Ruth and Joyce. James attended High School in Springfield, South Dakota. He worked as a dispatcher for Alumax in Yankton, South Dakota. After moving here from Volin, South Dakota in 2009 he enjoyed doing barbecue for Country Fresh Market/Harter House in Shell Knob, Missouri. No services are planned at this time. Cremation arrangements are under direction of Fohn Funeral Home in Shell Knob. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LANGSTON, Justin M. "Doc" | May 3, 1976 Neodesha, KS |
July 2, 2016 Mercy Hosp., Rogers, AR |
Research Note: Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO resident. He was the son of Michael and Cheryl (Green) Langston. On March 4, 2005 he was united in marriage to Carin Robinson. Preceded in death by his father Mike Langston on June 28, 2003, his grandmother Louise Blackburn of Dennis, Kansas, grandfather Bob Reed of Holiday Island, Arkansas and aunt Janice Cummings of Harrisonville, Kansas. Justin graduated from high school at Blue Eye, Missouri. For several years he was employed as a certified mechanic at Rogers Car Center in Shell Knob and most recently at Kyle Automotive in Branson. Cremation arrangements are under direction of Fohn Funeral Home, Shell Knob. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LANNUM, Tracy Ray | June 10, 1960 | Nov. 20, 2021 At Home, Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Coleman and Joy (Thompson) Lannum. Preceding him in death was his father. After graduating high school, he attained a Bachelor Degree. Tracy worked in construction as a carpenter. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LANSDOWN, Vera (DEEDS) (WILLIAMS) | Apr. 3, 1923 Neodesha, KS |
Apr. 15, 1999 At Home, Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: She was the daughter of Walter and Mary (Allen) Deeds. She moved to the Cassville area in 1966. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Cassville. She married Fay Williams on April 5, 1941, in Shell Knob, and he preceded her in death January 28, 1995. Services were held at 1:30 p.m. yesterday, April 18, at Fohn Chapel in Cassville. Graveside services were held at 3:30 p.m. yesterday at Williams Cemetery in Berryville, Arkansas, under the direction of Fohn Funeral Home of Cassville. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LARKIN, Jackie Lee | Nov. 23, 1938 Barry Co., MO |
Oct. 21, 2012 At Home, Monett, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of the late Roscoe and Wilma (Inman) Larkin. He was united in marriage on November 12, 1998 to Karen Gottschalk in Mt. Vernon, MO. He was a retired truck driver, member of the Macedonia Baptist Church, Monett VFW Post 4207, and the American Legion of Monett Post 91. He was preceded in death by both his parents Roscoe and Wilma. No service arrangements have been made at this time. Arrangements are under the care of Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home in Monett, MO. | Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LARKIN, Madge Louise (BURTON) | Aug. 4, 1941 Memphis, TN |
Feb. 10, 2020 Lawrence Co. Manor, Mt. Vernon, Lawrence Co., MO |
Research Note: She was the daughter of the late Homer and Alcy (Parmalee) Burton. She was a retired from Roderick Arms and Tools in Monett where she worked as a machine operator and worked at the Monett Golf Course as well and was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Monett. | Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LARSON, Millie Vonciel (STONE) | Jan. 7, 1938 Coats, NC |
May 30, 2022 Nixa Rehab., Nixa, MO |
Research Note: Seligman, Barry Co., MO resident. She was the daughter of Aubrey and Gertie (Pollard) Stone. January 7, 1938, in Coats, North Carolina. In 1954, she married James Ervin Larson in South Carolina, and together they built a fulfilling and happy life until his passing on Thursday, April 28, 2022. In addition to her parents, Aubrey and Gertie (Pollard) Stone, and husband, James Ervin Larson, Millie was preceded in death by one son, Dennis Larson; three brothers, Bruce Stone, Larry Stone, and Donnie Stone; and one sister, Violene Matthews. A private family burial will be held at the Fayetteville National Cemetery at a later date. | White Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LARUE Frank Alan | Feb. 17, 1951 Dallas, TX |
Jan. 11, 2012 | Research Note: Purdy, Barry Co., MO resident. He was the son of Buford and Angie (Loving) LaRue. Frank was united in marriage to Fredna Walker on June 13, 1969, in Desoto, Texas. Two daughters were born into that union. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Lacee LaRue. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of White Funeral Home, Cassville, Missouri. | White Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LATIMER, Frances A. (HORSMAN) (EWALT) | Nov. 1, 1910 Herington, KS |
May 28, 2007 Red Rose Inn, Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: She was a daughter of Carmal and Clema (Linton) Horsman. She was a commercial artist until her retirement. In 1976 she moved to Cassville to make her home. The body has been cremated under the direction of Fohn Funeral Home. - Her first husband was Leland Ewalt. | Cassville Democrat Census Phyllis Long |
| LAUSE, Felicite Jane (JONES) (MORELAND) (VAUGHN) (ACHESON) | June 22, 1927 Kirkwood, MO |
MO Baptist Hosp., St. Louis, MO |
Research Note: Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO resident. She was the daughter of John Henry and Etta Lee (Farr) Jones. She was a very hard worker. Jane was raised in the restaurant business starting at the age of 3 years old. When Jane grew up she opened her own restaurant. If a person was hungry and had no money she would still feed them. Jane grew up in the depression and didn't believe in letting anyone go hungry. There was not a thing she would not do for her children or grandchildren. Jane had lost her son Richard to murder and things had changed after the death of her son. It took a toll on her life, things were never the same after that. She was cremated. - She first married William G. Moreland. She married Carl M. Vaughn on Jan. 14, 1954 in Kirkwood, MO. She married Raymond L. Acheson on Dec. 10, 1957 in Kirkwood, MO. She married Maurice Joseph Lause in 1969. | Williamson Funeral Home Findagrave.com Phyllis Long |
| LAVIGNE, Kathleen Rose (BOWMAN) | Aug. 8, 1937 Gardener, ME |
Aug. 25, 2017 At Home, Pierce City, MO |
Research Note: She was the daughter of the late Afton and Aurinda (Swain) Bowman. She was united in marriage on September 10, 1954 in Augusta, Maine to Robert Leo Lavigne Sr; he preceded her in death on August 22, 2017. She was preceded in death by both her parents Afton and Aurinda her husband Robert and one son Bruce Lavigne. Memorial services for both Kathleen and Robert are being held on Saturday September 16, 2017 at 3:00p.m. at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses in Monett, Missouri. | Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LAVIGNE Robert Leo, Sr. | Aug. 15, 1933 Skowhegan, ME |
Aug. 22, 2017 Bentonview Park Rehab., Monett, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of the late Mary Martha Lavigne. He was united in marriage on September 10, 1954 in Augusta, Maine to Kathleen Rose Bowman. He was a retired factory workder and a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses in Monett, Missouri. He was preceded in death by his mother Mary Martha and one son: Bruce Lavigne. | Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LAWRENCE Donald L. | Sept. 12, 1937 Grain Valley, MO |
Aug. 22, 2016 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Archie and Fern (Terrill) Lawrence. He was united in marriage to Jeanne M. (Connell) Storr on January 25, 1997. Preceding him in death were his parents; one daughter, Kimberly Lawrence and a brother, Jerry Lawrence. Don grew up and received his education at Lee's Summit, Missouri where he attended school. He was assistance manager for Milgrams Grocery for 25 plus years in the Kansas City area and later worked in maintenance for Price Brothers. He was a member of the Police Reserve in Lee's Summit and Retail Clerks Local Union 782. In 2000 he moved from Belton, Missouri to Shell Knob to make his home. He was also a member of Holy Family Catholic Church in Shell Knob, Knights of Columbus Holy Family Council 1395, was a 4th Degree of the Knights of Columbus of Our Lady of Perpetual Health Assembly 2120. He served as Faithful Navigator for the Assembly and as Grand Knight for the council. He was also a member of Holy Family Men's Club and was a Barry County, Shell Knob Road Commissioner. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LAWSON, Ina Rebecca (MALONEY) | Dec. 18, 1960 Tachikawa Air Base, Tokyo, Japan |
Dec. 26, 2014 Father's Home, Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: She was the daughter of CM Sgt. William "Bill" and Virginia (Moon) Maloney. As an Air Force dependent, Becky grew up in California, Texas and Alaska before the family settled in Missouri. She graduated from Cassville High School in 1979. She received her nursing certification from Northwest Arkansas Community College and was employed as a registered nurse in Southwest Missouri and Northwest Arkansas and was last employed at the Mt. Vernon Veterans Home. Survived by one daughter. Preceding her in death were her mother and grandparents. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LAWSON, Ivan Dale | Nov. 29, 1933 Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
July 14, 2007 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He as the son of Wade and Lennie (Bilyeu) Lawson. He graduated high school in Springfield and attended Southwest Missouri State for three years. He was a Marine Corps veteran of the Korean War and was a Reserve. He was general manager of J. C. Penney stores in Missouri, Arkansas, Louisiana, Texas, and Kansas. He moved to Shell Knob nine years ago. He was a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2203, the First Christian Church, Kappa Alpha Order, Joplin Chamber of Commerce, Elks Club, and the Marine Corps League. He married Jackie Hastings on June 18, 1961, in Mt. Vernon, MO. Memorial services will be 2 p.m. tomorrow, July 17, at the First Christian Church in Shell Knob, MO. Military honors will be conducted by members of VFW Post 2203. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LEBOW, Mary Lou (JOHNSON) | Feb. 10, 1937 Darlington, MO |
Feb. 14, 2020 Lake Regional Hosp., Osage Beach, MO |
Research Note: Cassville, Barry Co., MO resident. Mary Lou had lived in Cassville most of her life. She was the daughter of Billy and Sylvia (Weatherd) Johnson. On February 24, 1957, she was united in marriage to George Lebow in Maysville, Missouri, and relocated to Cassville soon after. She was employed by Dr.'s Cridling and Barnes for many years, as well as Dr. Christy Montz before retiring. The family owned and operated Lebow's Small Engines on Sale Barn Road. George passed away in March of 2017, followed by the death of their son Randy in October of the same year. Mary Lou then went to live with their daughter, Vicki, until her recent passing. In addition to losing George and Randy, she also lost her brother Keith Johnson, sisters in-law, Nadine Sims and Billy Johnson, and grandson, Daniel Irsik. Cremation and service arrangements are under the direction of the White Funeral Home and Crematory, Cassville, Missouri. | White Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LEBSACK, Bruce K. | May 16, 1953 Duluth, MN |
July 24, 2011 At Home, Wheaton, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Kenneth B. and Dixie J. (Summer) Lebsack, who preceded him in death. At the age of seventeen, during the Viet Nam War, Bruce joined the United States Marine Corp, serving from July 4, 1970 until May 23, 1974. He then received his bachelor degree from CMSU at Warrensburg, Missouri. During his lifetime, Bruce had been a commercial pilot for Springdale Air Service and Baron Aviation and a truck driver for Don Lemming Trucking. He also was a pastor for Chapel Restoration Church and owned and operated a radio electronic shop in Wheaton. Graveside services with military honors will be held at 1:00 P.M. Friday in Fayetteville National Cemetery, Fayetteville, Arkansas. | McQueen Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LEE, Judith Faye (CRUMLEY) | Oct. 25, 1941 Ava, MO |
June 29, 2020 Aurora Nursing Center, Aurora, Lawrence Co., MO |
Research Note: Monett, Barry Co., MO resident. She was the daughter of the late Lev and Mildred (Burke) Crumley. Judy graduated from Ava High School with the class of 1958. She was the main music buyer for House of Sound in Springfield before beginning her thirty-year career as a Legal Secretary working for Charles Moon and Linda Thomas Law Offices. Judy had attended the First United Methodist Church after moving to Monett. Judy was preceded in death by one son, Matt Lee; as well as one great-granddaughter, Bristol Faye Blair. | Buchanan Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LEE, Matthew Ray | Nov. 6, 1965 | Sept. 11, 2019 At Home, Monett, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Gary and Judith (Crumley) Lee. Matt spent his formative years in Springfield, MO, where he graduated from Glendale High School in 1983. He was united in marriage to Julie Marie Camenisch on May 31, 1994. While they resided in Columbia, MO, he completed a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Columbia College. After moving to Monett in 2000 with his family, Matt began working for Jack Henry and Associates. In his 18-year tenure, he served in many roles, including Program Analysis Supervisor. In addition to serving as the contemporary worship leader for First United Methodist Church of Monett, he was a Spin cycling instructor for the local YMCA and was very active in his church and community. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, mother-in-law, Carol Camenisch, and father-in-law, Gary Camenisch. | Buchanan Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LEEHAN, Geraldine Elizabeth (REDD) | July 10, 1919 Cashion, Kingfisher Co., OK |
July 26, 2001 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Daughter of Joseph H. and Leona Dora (Blair) Redd, married Loy A. Leehan in May, 1946, in Stockton, and he preceded her in death March 12, 1968. She was a 1937 high school graduate in Cashion, Oklahoma, and attended Central State in Edmond, Oklahoma, and Hill's Business College in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. She was a bookkeeper for International Paper Company in Edmond for 30 years. She moved to Shell knob after retiring in 1986. The body has been cremated and no services are planned. - She is buried at Memorial Park Cemetery, Oklahoma City, OK next to her husband. | Monett Times July 31, 2001 Mary Homesley |
| LEFORGEE, Betty (SLATER) (COLSTON) | Sept. 9, 1925 Fredonia, KS |
Apr. 2, 2013 Mercy Hops., Berryville, AR |
Research Note: She was the daughter of William "Bill" and Martha Ann (Dewitt) Slater. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Marvin Leforgee and one son, Michael. Betty grew up in Kansas and graduated from high school in Fredonia, Kansas. She went to nursing school in Portland, Oregon and became a licensed practical nurse. She worked in several hospitals in pediatrics and geriatrics wards. She moved to Shell Knob in 1970 and worked at Carroll General Hospital in Berryville, Arkansas, and South Barry County Hospital, Cassville, Missouri, giving special care to all her patients. She also was a candy maker and worked at Andy's Candies in Eureka Springs, Arkansas. No services are planned at this time. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Fohn Funeral Home, Shell Knob, Missouri. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LEIFFER, Jack Kyle "Smitty" | Dec. 15, 1932 Big Stone Gap, VA |
Apr. 5, 2004 Cox South Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Research Note: Son of Bert Christopher Leiffer and Grace Lou Sandidge. He served in the Marines during the Korean conflict and was honorably discharged in 1953. He traveled the country entertaining many with his humor, talented singing and guitar playing. His greatest passion was writing and singing country gospel songs. Jack moved to Monett in 1980 where he resided in the home of Virgil and Shirley Davis. Survivors include two sons and one daughter. Burial will be in Springfield National Cemetery under the direction of Buchanan Funeral Home of Monett. - He was married to Hildegard Alma Kurrels on Sept. 10, 1957 in Alameda Co., CA. | Buchanan Funeral Home SS Claims Index CA Marriage Records Phyllis Long |
| LESLIE, Cody Steven | May 18, 1987 Tulsa, OK |
Sept. 22, 2013 Columbia, MO |
Research Note: Monett, Barry Co., MO resident. He was the Lonnie Leslie and Kim (Forbes) Sanford. Cody graduated from Monett High School. He was a member of the National Guard, worked as a carpenter and was an avid Notre Dame Fan. He attended New Site Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his brother, Cory Leslie and grandfather Harmon Leslie. Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, September 27, 2013 at the New Site Baptist Church in Monett, MO. | Buchanan Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LESMEISTER, Linda Mae Frances (STEVENS) | Nov. 18, 1953 Kansas City, KS |
Jan. 7, 2021 At Home, Monett, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: She was the daughter of Forest Earl and Diana (Poling) Stevens. Ms. Stevens married David Lesmeister and he preceded her in death. Mrs. Lesmeister was a Deep Water Demon, in high school, in Deep Water, MO. She completed her GED at the age of 42 which was quite an accomplishment. Mrs. Lesmeister enjoyed being a line worker for Rival for many years. She was preceded in death by her parents, Forest and Diana; her husband, David; a son, Shon; a grandson, Aron; a brother, William; and two sisters, Sheryl and Cindy. Mrs. Lesmeister has been cremated at her request. No services are planned at this time. | Lakin Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LETTINGTON, Florence Marie (DEEMER) (HART) | July 19, 1925 Detroit, MI |
Feb. 28, 2008 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Daughter of Fred and Lillian (Kahkonen) Deemer. Florence grew up and received her education in Detroit, Michigan where she graduated from Pershing High School. In 1945 she married Warner Lewis Hart, of Sault Sainte Marie, MI and later the two took residence in Columbiaville. Florence was a stay at home mom of 6 children until she started working at Oakdale Center as a Caregiver for developmentally disabled children and part-time at Lapeer Hospital as a nurse aide, phlebotomist. Florence retired from Oakdale Center and Lapeer Hospital and moved to Denver. She continued to work part-time at St. Anthony's Hospital, as a phlebotomist. Florence remarried in 1991 to Harold Lettington and moved to Shell Knob, MO., she worked part-time for St. John's Hospital as a phlebotomist in Berryville, AK. In her hometown Shell Knob, MO., she worked at Country Fresh Market and was President of the Homeowners Association for Crestwood West for 2 terms. She was preceded in death by her first husband, parents and only brother, Fred (Bud) Deemer. Her body was cremated under direction of Fohn Funeral Home. No services are planned at this time. - Photo of stone at Dawn Memorial Cemetery, Lapeer, Lapeer Co., MI. Burial services will be held on March 24, 2008 with family and Pastor Randy Hotchkiss officiating. Arrangements entrusted to Dawn Memorial Cemetery. | Barry Co. Advertiser FL Marriage Index Phyllis Long |
| LEWALLEN, John William | Aug. 5, 1963 Riverside, CA |
Dec. 2, 2006 Barry Co. Care, Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of John James and Charlene Margaret (Record) Lewallen. The body has been cremated under the direction of Fohn Funeral Home of Cassville. Memorial services will be held at a later date. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LEWIS, Derrck Jay | Feb. 4, 1984 Monett, Barry Co., MO |
Dec. 24, 2022 | Research Note: He was the son of Shannon Bergesch and Jami (Lewis) Bergesch. Derrick is survived by two sons and one daughter. He was a 2002 graduate of Monett High School, a handy man and of Methodist Faith. | Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LEWIS, Richard | June 20, 1957 Fort Madison, IA |
Jan. 25, 2006 At Home, Rural Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Russell and Alice (Beasley) Lewis. He was a farmer and moved to the Washburn area five years ago. He married Pamela Stringham. No services are planned under the direction of Lakin Funeral Home of Pierce City. - SS Claims Index gives his birth date as June 23, 1956. | Lakin Funeral Home SS Claims Index Phyllis Long |
| LIGGETT, Marilyn Lee (BEARD) | Mar. 27, 1963Wichita, Sedgwick Co., KS |
Nov. 26, 2008 At Home, Golden, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: She was the daughter of Robert "Bob" and Mary Beard. She was a graduate of Cassville High School. She was united in marriage to Terry Liggett on March 17, 1990, in Shell Knob. She was the previous owner and operator of the Red Barn Flea Market in Eagle Rock. She attended the Golden First Southern Baptist Church. Memorial services were held Tuesday at the Golden First Baptist Church in Golden. | White Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LILLEGARD, Floyd H. | Feb. 25, 1923 Cylinder, IA |
Jan. 13, 2022 Aurora Nursing Home, Aurora, Lawrence Co., MO |
Research Note: Monett, Barry Co., MO resident. He was the son of the late Herbert E. and Nellie Coral (Hudson) Lillegard. Floyd worked for M.E. Gillioz Construction Company for many years and later Masters-Jackson Paving Company. He served his country honorably during World War II in the United States Army. Floyd was awarded the Purple Heart, a Bronze Star and the Good Conduct Medal for his service to his country. Floyd married Cleo "Polly" Nimmo on December 23, 1950 in Harrison, AR. They have been blessed with over seventy-one years of wonderful memories made together. Floyd was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Donald, Virgil and Gerald Lillegard; and two sisters, Lucy Jean Highfill and Elva Smith. No formal services are planned at this time. | Buchanan Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LINDSAY, David Robert | Mar. 16, 1945 Binghamton, Broome, NY |
July 16, 2009 At Home, Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Ray and Evelyn (Karlson) Lindsay. He grew up and attended school in New York and Bakersfield, California. Later he joined the United States Army and retired after 25 years. He was a decorated veteran serving three tours of duty as a sniper in Vietnam. In 1993 he married Lucille Wall in Las Vegas, Nevada. They moved to the Cassville area 14 years ago from Texas to make their home. In addition to his father,he was preceded in death by one sister, Rose Mary Lindsay. No services are planned at this time. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of White Funeral Home. - David R. Lindsay, age 24, first married Cheryl R. Force, age 18, on Oct. 18, 1969 in Kern Co., CA. They were divorced on Sept. 1, 1989 in Bell Co., TX. Notes at ancestry.com: Ashes sent to Judy in Casper, WY. She kept his ashes for several years and then sent them to his daughter Kristy, in Bakersfield, CA. | Barry Co. Advertiser July 22, 2009 CA Marriage Index TX Divorce Index Phyllis Long |
| LINDSAY, Lucille Mary (WALL) (SCHNASE) (ROSE) | May 1, 1929 St. Louis, MO |
Aug. 16, 2014 At Home, Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: She was the daughter of Howard and Ida (Hespen) Wall. She was united in marriage to David Lindsay, who preceded her in death. Also preceding her in death were her parents; two previous husbands; one son, Robert Rose and one daughter, Mary Rose. Lucille grew up and received her education in St. Louis, where she graduated from high school. She was a homemaker and resided in Killeen, Texas prior to moving to Cassville seventeen years ago. No services are scheduled at this time. Cremation arrangements are under direction of Fohn Funeral Home, Cassville. - She was married to Richard O. Schnase and George William Rose. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LINDSAY, Robert Wade Jr. | Mar. 30, 1946 Asheville, NC |
May 29, ,2016 MO |
Research Note: Bob is preceded in death by his parents, Robert "Wade Buddy" Wade Lindsay, Sr. and Rose (Daniels) Lindsay, and his older sister Marie (Lindsay) Lipe. He married Rita Wiese in Madisonville, KY in December of 1988. He graduated from Lee H. Edwards High School in 1964 and went on to earn a degree in Industrial Engineering from North Carolina State University in 1968. Bob worked at Goodyear for 36 years. He began his career at Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company right out of college in 1968 in Akron, OH as an Industrial Engineer. He was promoted to Manager of Industrial Engineering and then to Human Resources Manager. Bob relocated many times during his career with Goodyear; Ohio, Virginia, Oklahoma, Kentucky, Wisconsin and finally Nebraska. In October of 2004, Bob and Rita decided to retire early, together. They moved to Table Rock Lake in Golden, MO that same year to happily begin living their dream of retiring on the lake. Cremation arrangements are under direction of Fohn Funeral Home, Cassville. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LINDSEY, James Franklin "Jim" | May 3, 1941 Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
July 7, 2004 At Home, Monett, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Franklin E. and Onita Beth (Savage) Lindsey. He married Barbara Jean Hughey on January 9, 1960, in Harrison, Arkansas. Jim graduated from Central High School in 1959 and also SMS. He was employed as an engineer at Fasco for 36 years, and a member of Central Christian Church in Springfield, and The American Fan Association. The body has been cremated under the direction of Buchanan Funeral Home. Memorial services will be held announced at a later date. - Possibly buried at New Site Cemetery, Barry Co., MO. | Buchanan Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LINGE, Richard Howarth | Aug. 28, 1918 Wappingers Falls, NY |
Nov. 27, 2006 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Frederick John and Clarice (Howarth) Linge. He was a Merchant Marine during World War II. He had been president of K. H. Linge Lumber Company and was town supervisor in Wappingers Falls for six years and county representative for Dutchess County for four years. He moved to Shell Knob in 1983. He was a member of Masonic Wappingers Lodge 0671, Central Crossing Lodge 674, St. Mark's Episcopal Church in Kimberling City, and St. James Episcopal Church in Eureka Springs, Arkansas. He married Emma Jennings in 1940, and she preceded him in death. Memorial services will be 2 p.m. Sunday, December 3, at Fohn Funeral Home in Shell Knob. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LITTLER, Damian Allan | Jan. 31, 2012 Cox Hosp., Monett, Barry Co., MO |
Jan. 31, 2012 Cox Hosp., Monett, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Damian Allan Littler, infant son of Travis Allan Littler and Charlotte Ann Buttrum of Cassville, Missouri, was born and departed this life on Tuesday, January 31, 2012, in Cox Monett Hospital, Monett, Missouri, surrounded by his loving family. Damian came into this world for only a short time, but during that time he touched the hearts of many. He will always be remembered by those who knew and loved him. God needed a special angel and he chose Damian. Memorial services will be held at 3:00 P.M., Saturday, February 4, 2012, in Fohn Funeral Home, Cassville, Missouri. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LITTLER, Geraldine Viola "Jerry" (HAGER) | Jan. 14, 1925 Casey, IA |
Oct. 5, 2003 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: She was the daughter of Leslie Harold and Augusta Marie (Lemke) Hager. She was a graduate of Casey High School in 1939. She assisted her husband in his dental office. She moved to Shell Knob in 1983. She was a member of Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Cassville. She married Robert Melvin "Bob" Littler on June 26, 1948, in Des Moines, Iowa, and he preceded her in death October 28, 2002. Burial will be 11 a.m. Monday, October 13, in Resthaven Cemetery in West Des Moines, Iowa, under the direction of Williamson Funeral Home of Shell Knob. | Williamson Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LITTLER, Robert Melvin | Sept. 15, 1917 Des Moines, IA |
Oct. 28, 2002 Red Rose Inn, Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Shell Knob resident. He was the son of Nathan and Lucile (Byers) Littler. He owned and operated a dental lab in Des Moines for several years, served as president of the Iowa Dental Lab Association, and taught dental technology at Kirkwood College in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, for four years. He was an Army Air Force veteran of World War II and a flight instructor in Florida. He was a member of the Northfield Flying Club in Des Moines. He was a member of Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Cassville. He married Geraldine Hager on June 26, 1948, in Des Moines. He was preceded in death by one brother, Charles. The body has been cremated. Memorial services will be 1 p.m. Friday, November 1, at Williamson Chapel in Shell Knob. Burial will be in Resthaven Cemetery in West Des Moines, Iowa, at a later day under the direction of Williamson Funeral Home. Burial will be in Resthaven Cemetery in West Des Moines, IA. | Monett Times Oct. 31, 2002 Mary Homesley |
| LITZSINGER, Diane Michelle (CIARELLI) (McCLUNEY) | June 23, 1954 Gardena, CA |
Apr. 28, 2014 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: She was the daughter of Kenneth and Patricia (Pastor) Ciarelli. On October 11, 2003, she was united in marriage to James "Jimmy" Litzsinger. Preceding her in death were her mother and one son, Danny McCluney. Diane grew up and received her education in California, graduating from Gardena High School. She was a homemaker and moved from California to Shell Knob in 1989, to make her home. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LITZSINGER, Gordon Barrett | Oct. 17, 1931 | July 11, 2021 | Research Note: Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO resident. Son of Gordon George Litzsinger and Sarah Jane Barrett. Burial at at Missouri Veterans Cemetery in Springfield. | Fohn Funeral Home Census Phyllis Long |
| LIVINGSTON, Amiel Doyle | Dec.12, 1928 Gideon, MO |
Jan. 4, 2013 Ozarks Com. Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of the late Frank and Beatrice (Hall) Livingston. He was a retired brick mason. Amiel is survived by one daughter. No service arrangements for Amiel have been made at this time. | Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LLOYD, Carole Elaine (STOUT) | Aug. 21, 1941 Palisade, CO |
Aug. 26, 2022 Roaring River Rehab., Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: She was the daughter of Ralph and Gladys (Thomas) Stout. On October 25, 1959, Carole married the love of her life, Sidney Lloyd, who preceded her in death in June of 2009. Sidney and Carole enjoyed a long and happy life together, Carole would accompany her husband on trips across the country in his semitruck. In 2012, Carole moved to Exeter, Missouri, to be near her daughter. Carole was an artist, she enjoyed painting and photography in her spare time. In addition to her parents, Ralph and Gladys (Thomas) Stout, Carole was preceded in death by her husband, Sidney Lloyd. Cremation and service arrangements are under the direction of White Funeral Home. | White Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LOCK, William A. "Bill" | Nov. 24, 1944 El Dorado, KS |
May 23, 2015 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of the late George W. and Alice L. (Thompson) Lock. On June 29, 1968, in Newton, Kansas, he was united in marriage to Joella Scott. Growing up in Newton, Kansas, he attended and graduated from Newton High School in 1963. He then studied at El Dorado Junior College in El Dorado, Kansas. Bill was a partner in Century Clothing for many years in Newton, and after moving his family to Shell Knob in 1977, he worked as an Independent Sales Representative in the clothing business and later in the marine industry. He and his wife, Joella owned and operated a clothing store in Shell Knob and were co-creators of The Knob Rock Rattler. For many years he was a very active member of the Shell Knob Chamber of Commerce. Bill was a member of the Shell Knob Shrine Club and Abou Ben Adhem Temple in Springfield, Missouri where in 2002, he served as Potentate. He was also on the Board of Directors for the Shriners Hospital for Children of Mexico City, Mexico. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LOFSTROM, Sally E. | May 5, 1940 | Jan. 20, 2018 | Research Note: Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO resident. She was the daughter of Eugene Olaf Lofstrom and Dorothy Arleen (Benton) Lofstrom. She grew up in Kansas City, Kansas until 1954 when the family moved to start a new business in Camdenton at the Lake of the Ozarks. Upon graduation she was employed at Zenith and family businesses as well as the Dairy Queen and Walmart. After retiring from Walmart she moved to Shell Knob. She resided at the Ozark Villas and treasures the friendships of all her neighbors there. Preceding her in death are grandparents, parents, step-father and brother, Terry Lofstrom. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LOGAN, Milton Harmon | Apr. 4, 1929 Judsonia, AR |
Dec. 21, 2009 At Home, Seligman, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was a son of John Conway Ireland and Ruby Agnes Wood. His first job was hoeing cotton. He was a veteran of WW II, and was the number 3 boxing contender for middle weight world champion. He fought in the Cow Palace in San Francisco, Olympic Gardens in Los Angeles and Madison Square Garden in New York. He worked in the log woods of California, Oregon, Washington and Alaska where he harvested trees 7 feet in diameter. He was the owner and operator of a tire shop in Yuma, Arizona, and was the drummer for his own band and played in Las Vegas. He was a long haul truck driver with a record of 3 ½ million miles non chargeable accidents. He married Mary June Maring, July 2, 1965 at Silver Creek, Nebraska, and moved to this area to make his home. He was lead man at RTW for 25 years until his retirement and personally made the drill bit used on the first moon landing to drill a sample of the moon core. Preceded in death by his parents; two sons, Jonathan Logan and Keith Logan; one daughter, Colleen Logan; three sisters, Rose Nell, Marie, and Betty Alice; and one brother, Robert. Cremation is to follow services. - Milton H. Logan from Judsonia, White Co., AR, age 21, first married Eva Mae Kirk from Searcy, White Co., AR, age 18, on Oct. 23, 1948 in White Co., AR. | Sisco Funeral Home AR Marriage Index Phyllis Long |
| LONG, Charles Louis, Jr. | Dec. 25, 1941 | Jan. 28, 2021 | Research Note: Eagle Rock, Barry Co., MO resident. He was the son of Charles Louis Long, Sr. and Dorothy Alice (Saunders) Long. Charlie graduated from Turner High School in 1960. He then served in the United States Navy as an Air Traffic Controller. After his service in the Navy, Charlie served with the Kansas City Kansas Police Department. He later served with the Bonner Springs Police Department and the Barry County Missouri Sheriff's Office. Charlie retired as the Chief of Police for the Green Forest Arkansas Police Department. Charlie was a legend in law enforcement. His wife was Mary. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of the White Funeral Home and Crematory, Cassville, Missouri. | White Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LONG, Gladys (ROLLER) | Mar. 18, 1921 Seligman, Barry Co., MO |
Mar. 5, 2013 NW Medical Center, Bentonville, AR |
Research Note: Seligman, MO resident. She was the daughter of Clyde and Irma (Bridges) Roller. She worked as a production supervisor in Kansas City, Kansas for the Halmark Company for over 40 years. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of White Funeral Home, Cassville, Missouri. - She married Elbert H. Long on Mar. 1, 1952 in Benton Co., AR. Both were from Kansas City, MO. She married Elbert H. Long on May 1, 1964 in Kansas City, MO. | White Funeral Home AR Marriage Records MO Marriage Records Phyllis Long |
| LONGLEY, Charles Eugene "Bud" | Aug. 23, 1921 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
July 30, 2009 At Home, Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: There is photo of a military stone at findagrave.com but doesn't list a cemetery. His parents are buried at Corinth, possible buried there. - He was the son of Hurshel Oren and Coila Geneva (Porter) Longley. On Dec. 13, 1952, in Barry County, he was united in marriage to Shirley Ennis, and to this union five children were born. He was preceded in death by his parents; one daughter, Debra Sue Longley; one son, David Eugene Longley; and five brothers, Roger, Ross, Tom, Howard and infant brother, Donald Joe Longley. He grew up in Barry County and graduated from Southwest High School, Washburn. During World War II he enlisted in the United States Marine Corp, serving from Aug. 20, 1940, until his discharge as a sergeant on Nov. 8, 1945. During that time he was also in the Naval Aviation Academy. He participated in the Midway Islands Campaign and Pearl Harbor. After returning to Barry County he became a crop farmer and also raised cattle. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LOUDER, Johnnie Rae | Dec. 19, 1944 Wheaton, Barry Co., MO |
Aug. 23, 2020 At Home, Exeter, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Clayton Chester Louder and Jenny Mooney, who preceded him in death. Johnnie was a graduate of Southwest High School at Washburn, Missouri. For several years he was employed by General Motors in Kansas City, Missouri. Memorial services will be held at a later date. Cremation arrangements are under direction of Fohn Funeral Home in Cassville, Missouri. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LOVELADY, Louis | May 16, 1936 Montana, KS |
Nov. 15, 2018 Mercy Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Research Note: Eagel Rock, Barry Co., MO resident. He was the son of Lee and Mildred (Ward) Lovelady. He joined the United States Navy where he served his country proudly during the Korean Conflict. He was a member of the Golden Glove Boxer. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sons and one daughter. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of the White Funeral Home and Crematory, Cassville | White Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LOWE, Mason Lee | Sept. 12, 1993 Cox South Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Jan. 15, 2019 Denver Memorial Hosp., Denver, CO |
Research Note: Mason Lee Lowe, 25, of Exeter, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, January 15, 2019 at Denver Memorial Hospital in Denver, Colorado from injuries he received in a PBR event, stepped on by a bull. He was the son of Stacy Lowe and Melissa (Reed) Whisenhunt. Mason received his education at Exeter, graduating in 2012. Growing up, Mason's passion was the sport of rodeo, he spent countless hours riding and a barrel hung in a tree in the backyard of the family home. Mason started riding calves at the age of 3, while the family was feeding bottle calves, his dad would place him on them and he got the biggest thrill, little did we know what it would turn out to be. Mason was a member of several youth rodeo associations, including Missouri Junior Rodeo Circuit, All Youth Rodeo Association, National Junior Bull Riders Association, Junior Bull Riders Association, winning many Event, Year End and All-Around Cowboy titles, including a National Championship in 2009. It wasn't long for everyone to figure out that God had given him a gift. Mason started entering events at the Amateur level at the age of 15, qualifying for his first National Federation of Professional Bull Riders Association Finals. He went on to be a 7-time qualifier for the NFPB Finals, 2-time Finals Champion and the 2013 Federation Cup National Championship. Mason was also a member of Bull Riders of America, Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association, Arkansas Cowboys Association, winning several Event, Year End and Finals Championships. Mason's dream came true when he turned 18 and joined the Professional Bull Riders Association, where he was a 4-time finals qualifier. Mason had a gift, but the biggest gift was his heart, doing charity work, his favorite pastime, visiting with children who were sick and stuck in hospitals. Mason gave his heart to his Lord and Savior at the age of 10 and was baptized shortly after at Corinth Baptist Church in Cassville, MO. Mason is survived by his wife Abbey Cooper Lowe. Mason was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Beverly Reed; paternal grandmother, Cheryl Jean Lowe and great grandparents, Loren Lowe I, Fern Lowe and Lloyd Reed. A Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, January 27, 2019 at Exeter School Multi-Purpose Room under direction of Fohn Funeral Home in Cassville. Burial is at Walnut Grove Cemetery, Boonville, Cooper Co., MO. Photo of stone at findagrave.com. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LOWERY, David | Oct. 7, 1953 Monett, Barry Co., MO |
Jan. 3, 2010 | Research Note: He was the son of Billy Gene and Velma Louise (Burg) Lowery. David is survived by his mother; two daughters; two brothers; two sisters. David was preceded in death by his father September 17, 1995. David had retired from Honeywell Corp in Tucson, Az as an Electrical Engineer. He has also served in the US Air Force. Burial will be at Missouri State Veterans Cemetery in Springfield, MO. | Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LOWRY, John Howard | Apr. 17, 1959 Phoenix, Maricopa Co., AZ |
May 8, 2019 Cox South Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Clyde Austin Lowry and Velma Louise "Bibs" (Truss) (Lester) Lowry. His first marriage was to Victoria Lowry and to this union one son was born. On May 23, 1993 he was united in marriage to Mary Fontana and to this union two children were born. Preceding him in death was his father. John grew up in Phoenix, Arizona before moving to Missouri in 1971 where he attended Rocky Comfort school and graduated from McDonald County High School. For many years he was a journeyman welder, working on various pipeline jobs. He worked maintenance at George's Poultry and recently Tyson's in Monett. He was thankful for Celebrate Recovery and this became a large part of his ministry. Cremation arrangements are under direction of McQueen Funeral Home in Wheaton. | McQueen Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LOWRY, Velma L. "Bibs" (TRUSS) (LESTER) | Nov. 6, 1931 Allamoore, TX |
Sept. 20, 2020 Roaring Rive Rehab., Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Connie Truss of Texas; her husband, C.A. Lowry; her son, John Lowry and one grandson, Nathaniel Valenzuela. Bibs was born in Allamoore, Texas on November 6, 1931 and spent her life as a homemaker and a McDonald County School Employee. She was a vivacious, intelligent and spirited lady her entire life. Per her request no funeral services are being planned. Cremation arrangements are under direction of Se in Wheaton. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LOYD, Benton | Mar. 6, 1945 Purdy, Barry Co., MO |
Feb. 8, 2021 Raytown, MO |
Research Note: Monett, Barry Co., MO resident. He was the son of the late George and Sybel (Schaffer) Loyd. He was a handyman. Private family services for Ben are being held at a later date. | Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LUCAS, David | Feb. 25, 1950 | Jan. 5, 2020 Cassville Health Center, Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: David Lucas, age 69, of Exeter, Missouri, passed away Sunday, January 5, 2020 at Cassville Health and Rehabilitation in Cassville, Missouri. Cremation arrangements are under direction of Fohn Funeral Home in Cassville. | Phyllis Long |
| LUGAR, Rosemary (FRIEND) (LOONEY) (WILSON) | Feb. 3, 1945 Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Jan. 23, 2023 At Home, Monett, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: She was the daughter of the late William and Wilma (Plotner) Friend. She was a head start caretaker and a member of the Assembly of God Church in Monett, Missouri. | Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LUKER, Alexas "Dianne" (THOMPSON) | Aug. 29, 1945 Cherry Valleym AR |
Oct. 23, 2004 At Home, Monett, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: She was a retired welder from Fasco. She married Terry D. Luker on December 24, 1966, in Zephyr Hills, Florida. Memorial services will be at a later date under the direction of Thieme-Shadel-Hicks Funeral home of Springfield. | Monett Times Phyllis Long |
| LUNA, Maurilio Montelongo | Dec. 13, 1928 Durango, Mexico |
June 2, 2022 At Daughter's Home, Monett, MO |
Research Note: Monett, Barry Co., MO resident. He was the son of the late Cosme Montelongo and Teodora Luna. He was a farmer and was of the Catholic faith. Maurilio was preceded in death by his wife, Guadalupe Leyva; one daughter, Ernestina; one brother, Venancio; and six sisters, Josefina, Isabel, Juana, Ines, Eulogia and Vicenta. Interment will be at a later date in San Jose de las Corrientes, Durango, Mexico. | Buchanan Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LUNEY, Terry Lee | Apr. 23, 1945 | Mar. 19, 2020 Eagle Rock, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was born April 23, 1945 the son of Marjorie Luney. On April 22, 1996 he was united in marriage to Linda Howerton. Terry grew up in Barry County and attended school at Mineral Springs. After school he served in the United States Marine Corp. In 1995 he moved from Aurora to Eagle Rock to make his home. No services are scheduled at this time. Cremation arrangements are under direction of Fohn Funeral Home in Cassville. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LUNSFORD, Kelly (MARRS) | Dec. 21, 1961 Pekin, IL |
Sept. 4, 2020 Freeman Hosp., Joplin, Jasper Co., MO |
Research Note: Monett, Barry Co., MO resident. She was the daughter of Duane Marrs and Ann (Mettlach) Marrs. Kelly graduated from Monett High School Class of 1980. She owned and operated Ruff Cuts Grooming in Monett for many years. A private family service will be held at a later date. | Buchanan Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LUPINI, Leo | Sept. 26, 1932 Detroit, MI |
Oct. 26, 2020 Roaring River Rehab., Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Eagle Rock, Barry Co., MO resident. He was the son of Erminio and Elisa (Delbianco) Lupini. On August 1, 1959 in Detroit he was united in marriage to Shirley Rodgers. Preceding him in death were his parents; one brother, Dino Lupini and a granddaughter, Riley Reynolds. Leo grew up and received his education in Detroit, Michigan. During the Korean War he served in the United States Army. Most of his life was spent as a self-employed contractor, building homes and specialized in ceramic tile. For several years he resided in Neosho, Missouri and moved to Eagle Rock in 1996. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LUPPEN, Darlene M. (REEDER) | Dec. 13, 1934 Belmond, IA |
Mar. 24, 2020 Cox South Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Research Note: She was the daughter of Robert and Mildred (Lindsay) Reeder. Darlene was a proud member of the Iowa Falls class of 1952. Darlene worked many years as a Scale Operator and Fleet Manager for Weaver Construction in Alden, IA. Darlene later went on to own and operate Super 9 Inn in Okmulgee, OK and Cassville Bowl in Cassville, MO. After selling Cassville Bowl, she worked daily at Fabritec in Butterfield, MO, retiring when she turned 70. She then volunteered weekly at The Second Act in Cassville, Missouri. Darlene was united in marriage to Gary Luppen in June 1990 in Las Vegas. She was preceded in death by her father Robert Reeder, her stepfather Robert Walker, her mother Mildred Walker, and daughter Rhonda Hagelman. Services will be announced at a later date. Cremation arrangements are under direction of Fohn Funeral Home in Cassville. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LYNGAR, Charles Dale | June 21, 1931 Topeka, KS |
Dec. 24, 2011 At Home, Shell Knob, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of J. Frank and Blanche (Whaley) Lyngar. After graduating from Topeka High School, he went to Washburn University. He then went to General Motors Institute in Flint, Michigan until his marriage June 7, 1951, to his high school sweetheart, Eva May Shaner. They moved to Flint, Michigan in 1951, where Charles went to General Motors Institute of Technology, sponsored by GM Fisher Body Flint # 1 Plant. He graduated as an Industrial Engineer in 1955. He was transferred to the GM plant in Tarrytown, NY where he was an electrical foreman. In 1959, he was transferred to the GM Leeds plant in Kansas City as general foreman in Plant Engineering. He was promoted to Plant Engineer in 1965. Charles transferred to the Fairfax plant in 1970 where he was Superintendent of Maintenance. After retiring at the age of 50, they moved to their lake home in Shell Knob, Missouri. Charles and Eva May were blessed with eight children, who all reside in Missouri. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, December 31, 2011, in Fohn Funeral Home, Shell Knob, Missouri. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LYNGAR, Eva May (SHANER) | Sept. 14, 1931 Topeka, KS |
July 29, 2020 | Research Note: Shell Knob, Barry Co. MO resident. She was the daughter of Paul H. and Frances Scott Shaner. After graduating from Topeka High School, she went to Washburn University for 2 1/2 years. She was a member of Alpha Phi sorority. She married her high school sweetheart, Charles Dale Lyngar on June 7th, 1951. Eva was preceded in death by her loving husband. They moved to Flint, Michigan in 1951 where Charles went to General Motors Institute of Technology as a cooperative engineer sponsored by Fisher Body Flint Plant 1. He graduated in 1955. Eva became a stay at home mother in 1952. They moved to Mahopac, NY in 1956 and then to Raytown, Missouri in 1959. After Charles retired from General Motors in 1981, they moved to their lake home in Shell Knob, Missouri. Eva and Charles were blessed with eight children. They have 18 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren. She was a member of the Eagles Lodge in Shell Knob. No services are scheduled at this time. Cremation arrangements are under direction of Fohn Funeral Home in Shell Knob. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LYNN, Charlotte Jean (ANDERSON) (JOHNSON) | May 8, 1953 Aurora, Lawrence Co., MO |
Oct. 30, 2004 At Home, Monett, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Daughter of Charles and Verla (Pringle) Anderson. She was a caregiver at Peachwood Manor in Cassville. She was a member of Tom Wolfe Memorial Post 4207 Monett Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary. She was preceded in death by one brother, Larry Anderson. The body has been cremated under the direction of Buchanan Funeral Home. - SS Claims Index: Aug. 1969: Name listed as CHARLOTTE JEAN ANDERSON; 13 Jan. 1975: Name listed as CHARLOTTE JEAN LYNN; 18 Oct. 1983: Name listed as CHARLOTTE JEAN JOHNSON; 24 Mar. 1986: Name listed as CHARLOTTE J LYNN. - Charlotte J. (Anderson) Lynn was divorced from Ikie H. Lynn on June 6,1978 in Pierce Co., WA. There were 2 children and he was the one that filed. Charlotte Jean Lynn, age 30, married Larry Wayne Johnson, age 33, on Sept. 16, 1983 in Aurora, Lawrence Co., MO. | Monett Times Nov. 1, 2004 Mary Homesley SS Claims Index WA Divorce Index MO Marriage Records Phyllis Long |
| LYON, Mary Allen (CORNELL) (HAYES) | June 27, 1935 Palm Desert, CA |
Dec. 16, 2011 At Home, Wheaton, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: She was the daughter of Thomas and Nancy (Stedham) Cornell. On December 24, 1957, in Mexicali, Mexico, she was united in marriage to Billy Joe Lyon. Mary and Billy have a family of ten children, yours, mine, ours and somebody elses, who also survive. Preceding her in death were her parents, four brothers and two sisters. Mary grew up and received her education in California, graduating from high school in El Centro. She loved antiques and old furniture, which led her to own and operate antique stores. Memorial services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Saturday, December 24, 2011, in the Kingdom Hall at Monett, Missouri. Cremation arrangements are under direction of McQueen Funeral Home, Wheaton. | McQueen Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| LYONS, Doris Ann (CARLTON) (DRURY) | Jan. 26, 1958 Bakersfield, CA |
Aug. 21, 2021 Mercy Hosp., Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Cassville, Barry Co., MO resident. She was the daughter of James and Myrtle (Pyles) Carlton. Doris graduated from Laneberg High School in Laneberg, Arkansas and later attended Red River Vocational-Technical School in Hope, Arkansas. While raising her children she worked at Egg City and later was employed at several nursing homes helping with patients and cleaning in the Hope, Arkansas area. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
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