It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mary “Mickey”- “Margie” Marguerite Hosp, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, who left this world on May 3rd, 2025. Born on April 28, 1936, in Picher, Oklahoma, Mary lived a life filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories. Mary was a devoted mother to […]
Philip Harold Chew was born on December 7, 1935, in Joplin, Mo to Harold and Fredricka Chew. He passed from this life on Saturday, May 3, 2025. Much of his life has been spent in Joplin, He graduated from Joplin High 1954 and attended many class reunions. As a young man, Philip began working with […]
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Melinda Hanna, affectionately known by many as Aunt Linny, Mom, Sis, and Track Mom. She passed away on April 30, 2025 at the age of 44. She was born on May 2nd, 1980 to Don and Mary Kay White. A woman […]
In Loving Memory of Karen Murray Linton April 29, 1946 – January 6, 2025 With great sadness, we announce the passing of Karen Murray Linton, who left us unexpectedly at the age of 78 on the morning of January 6, 2025, surrounded by loved ones, following complications from an elective hernia surgery. Born on April […]
Kathleen A. (Moore) Moyer, 79, of Tulsa, OK, passed away on March 31, 2025. Kate was born on March 30, 1946, in Midland, TX, to Lt. Col. USAF (retired) Jack Edwin Moore and Daisy (White) Moore. As the daughter of a career Air Force officer, Kate’s childhood was filled with travel and adventure. Kate graduated […]
Jeffrey William Cole, 68, of Carthage, Missouri, passed away at his home on Sunday, April 6, 2025. Jeff was born on November 3, 1956, in Emporia, Kansas, to John Cole and Barbara Tener. He has been a resident of Carthage for the past 35 years and was employed at Leggett and Platt Branch #1. Jeff […]
Georgia Marie Harpole, born July 19, 1944, in Hillsboro, Oregon, was a spirited soul whose life embodied an inspiring blend of resilience, dedication, and generosity. A beacon of light to everyone who knew her, Georgia’s commitment to her faith, family, and community left an indelible mark on countless hearts. “The purpose of life is not […]
Hugh Hills, age 99, of Joplin, Missouri passed away peacefully on Tuesday morning, April 22nd 2025 after a long and fulfilling life. Hugh was born July 30, 1925 in Cedar Vale, Kansas to the late Leo and Mildred (Hines) Hills. Hugh attended Neosho High School and started working for Boeing at the age of 18 […]
Elisabeth Hope Earhart, age 75, of Joplin, MO passed away surrounded by family on April 16, 2025. She was born on November 17, 1949 to the late Robert and Alice (Cale) Earhart. Throughout her life, Elisabeth served her community with a warm smile as a waitress, a role that allowed her to touch the lives […]
Billy Lee Gates, a lifelong resident of Joplin, Missouri, passed away on April 17, 2025, at the age of 86. He was born on August 24, 1938 to the late John and Hazel (Rhodes) Gates. Billy was employed by Lozier for many years. He had a passion for working on old cars, a hobby that […]
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 […]