Recent Obituaries

Aug 17, 2025

Aug 21, 2025

James Ray Rice, 60, born in Gravette, Arkansas, on February 7, 1965, to Elmer Rice and MonnaRae Rice, passed away on August 20, 2025.

James left behind his mother, MonnaRae Rice of Neosho, Missouri; three children, James Rice Jr and his wife, Misty, of Texas, Michael Rice of Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Timothy Rice of Indiana; one brother, Jeff Rice, and his...

Aug 24, 2025

David Lynn Mitchell was born on October 8, 1950, in Lafayette, Indiana, to the late Joseph and Mary (Gellenbeck) Mitchell. He passed away at his home outside of Mansfield, Missouri, surrounded by family on August 24, 2025, at the age of 74 years, 10 months, and 16 days. David was a hardworking, generous, loving, and kind person. He loved his family, animals,...

Aug 21, 2025

Carolyn Rhea (Jones) Horton, 77, of Seymour, Missouri, entered into eternal rest on August 21, 2025. She was born on February 25, 1948, in Gassville, Arkansas, to Virgil and Carrie Jones.

She was a member of the Calico Rock, Arkansas Church of Christ.

On October 16, 1966, Carolyn married the love of her life, Danny Horton. Together they shared a beautiful journey...

Aug 17, 2025

Aug 18, 2025

Beverly June McCallister, of Mountain Grove, Missouri, passed away on August 18, 2025, after battling cancer. She was born on September 10, 1946, to the late Bert and Dorothy (Lathrom) Ellis in Rayborn, Missouri. She was 78 years, 10 months, and 28 days old and was surrounded by the love of her family at the time of her passing.

Beverly “Bev”...

Aug 14, 2025

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our kind, selfless, and loving mom, grandma and great-grandma, Wilma Marie Todd. She passed away peacefully in her home in Cleveland, Missouri, at the age of 75, on Thursday, August 14, 2025.

Services will be held on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at Cullen Funeral Home, 612 W. Foxwood Dr.,...

Aug 16, 2025

Elbridge “Junior” Carter, son of the late Elbridge Howard and Wilma Marie (Long) Carter, was born April 17, 1941, in Mountain Grove, Missouri. He passed away on August 16, 2025, at his home in Mountain Grove at the age of 84.

Junior grew up in Mountain Grove. He worked as a carpenter building and remodeling homes. He was a great craftsman...

Aug 12, 2025

Jill Kimball, age 58 years, 11 months, passed away surrounded by the love of her family, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, generosity, and unforgettable memories. Jill was the most incredible and beautiful wife, mother, grandmother, sister, daughter, niece, and friend. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family and creating moments to treasure forever.

Jill had a heart that...

Aug 11, 2025

Zelpha Scott, daughter of the late Glen and Christiana (Davidson) Jones, was born August 31, 1938, in Macomb, Missouri. She entered into eternal rest on August 11, 2025, in Springfield, Missouri, at the age of 86.

Zelpha grew up in the Macomb community. She was united in marriage to Bobby Leroy Scott on October 1, 1954. Four children were born to...

Aug 8, 2025

Jason “JT” Thomas Baker, son of the late Thomas and Betty (Barnett) Baker, was born April 22, 1981, in Springfield, Missouri, and departed this life August 8, 2025, at his home in Hartville, Missouri, at the age of 44 years, 3 months, and 17 days. 

Jason, the oldest of 10 children, grew up on the family farm just outside of Galena,...

Aug 1, 2025

Howard Wayne Lansdown, son of the late Virgil and Amie "Dood" (Moore) Lansdown, was born February 26, 1943, in Hartville, Missouri, and departed this life August 1, 2025, at Select Specialty Hospital in Springfield, Missouri, at the age of 82 years, 5 months, and 6 days.

Howard grew up on the family farm just outside of Hartville. As a young man,...

Jul 31, 2025

Darrell Roy Smith, son of the late Roy and Audrey (Gasperson) Smith, was born March 16, 1956, in Cabool, Missouri. Darrell departed this life July 31, 2025, in Republic, Missouri, with his children by his side. He was 69 years and 4 months of age.

He spent the first five years of his life in California when his parents moved from...

Jul 30, 2025

Dr. Robert “Bob” Wayne Perry, of Mansfield, Missouri, passed away on July 30, 2025, at the age of 76. A devoted family man, educator, coach, and community leader, Bob leaves behind a legacy rooted in learning, leadership, and service.

Born and raised in Hannibal, Missouri, Bob dedicated his professional life to the field of education. He served in public-school leadership roles...

Jul 27, 2025

R E Helsley, son of Raymond Elbert and Eve E. (Lakey) Helsley, was born December 11, 1932, in Wright County, Missouri, near Hartville and passed peacefully into Heaven on July 27, 2025. He was 92 years, 7 months, and 16 days.

Early in 1952, a beautiful young lady started attending church, and R E said she was more beautiful than any...

Jul 25, 2025

Shawn Daniel Daily Sr. was born January 30, 1967, in Moline, Illinois, and departed this life July 25, 2025, in Springfield, Missouri, at 58 years of age.

Shawn’s mother, Marcia, relocated the family to southwest Missouri after their father passed away in the early 1970’s. Shawn attended most of his elementary school in Marshfield, Missouri, and attended junior high and high...

Jul 24, 2025

Harvey Leon Gilley, 77, of Shawnee, Kansas, passed away on July 24, 2025. Harvey was born in Pryor, Oklahoma on August 3, 1947, to Afton and Reda Mae (Jenkins) Gilley, both preceded him in death.

Harvey grew up on a farm in Mountain Grove, Missouri. He and his four siblings enjoyed swimming in the pond, hunting and fishing. The family raised...

Jul 21, 2025

Betty Jean (Cutbirth) Tooley, affectionately known as “Aunt Betty”, daughter of the late Oma and Ora Lee (Stephenson) Cutbirth, was born July 5, 1951, in Hartville, Missouri, and departed this life July 21, 2025, at Mercy Hospital in Springfield, Missouri, at the age of 74 years and 16 days.

Betty grew up in Hartville, Missouri, in a one-bedroom cabin just off...

Jul 21, 2025

Jessie Ray Wilson, of Norwood, Missouri, passed away Monday, July 21, 2025, at his home. He was born to Darlene and Kenneth Ray Wilson on October 7, 1966, in Lebanon, Missouri.

Jessie had one son, James Ray Wilson. Jessie met and married the love of his life, Ginger Wilson, and he gained two step-sons, Cory Ross Taylor and Benjamin Harley Taylor.

Jessie...

Jul 20, 2025

William Roy Bowers, son of the late Theron and Mary (Moriarty) Bowers, was born June 24, 1937, in Pampa, Texas. He departed this life on July 20, 2025, at his home in Mountain Grove, Missouri, at the age of 88.

William grew up in Augusta, Kansas. He served in the United States Army and served a tour of duty in Vietnam....