Marilyn Joyce Simpson, 87, of Carl Junction, MO, passed away peacefully at home on April 12, 2025. Born on February 28, 1938, in Silsbee, Texas, Marilyn lived a life rooted in love, faith, and unwavering dedication to her family. She grew up in Colmesneil, Texas, where she fondly remembered her days as a baton twirler. […]
Janice Lee Myers, age 85, of Joplin entered into her heavenly home on Sunday, April 13, 2025. Janice was born on December 8, 1939 in Joplin, MO to the late union of J.T. and Mary Lee (Burpo) Crowder. She was a 1958 graduate of Joplin High School. After graduating, she married the love of her […]
Judy loved to send customized greeting cards made specifically for you and your occasion. If you got one it was special. In that same spirit, she wrote and revised this obituary over the years for your enjoyment and hers. Obit for Granny Judy Marcum was the “middle” daughter born March 5, 1947 to James Henry […]
Ronnie C. Simpson, age 89, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on March 16, 2025, in Joplin, Missouri. Born on November 10, 1935, in San Angelo, Texas, Ronnie proudly carried his Texas roots wherever he went. Although he lived in Missouri for over 50 years, Texas always remained home in his heart. He […]
Berna Sue Wells (Bernie) age 92, of Joplin, Missouri passed away peacefully in her residence on March 3, 2025. Born December 2, 1932, in Berryville Arkansas to Alpha and Edna Baughman, Bernie later moved with her family to Colorado Springs, Colorado. She graduated from Colorado College with a degree in sociology. Bernie married Richard (Dick) […]
Paul C. Starchman, age 76 of Joplin, MO passed away Saturday night, April 5th, 2025, at Mercy Hospital Joplin Missouri. Paul was born December 20, 1948 to John and Charlotte Starchman and graduated from Joplin High School. Survivors include brother David Starchman of Joplin; sister-in-law Judy Starchman of Cassville; nephew Brian Starchman and wife Jennifer […]
Albert Eugene Jenkins was born in Monett, Arkansas on October 9, 1930 to Bessie Thompson & Cypert Jenkins. Albert is preceded in death by his mother and father, and his brothers John and Hymen. In his early life, Albert took every opportunity to learn. He and his brother John were known for their fiery red […]