James Edwin Oxendine, a man whose warmth and kindness touched many lives, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2026. Born on October 16, 1943, in Homestead, Florida, James was the beloved son of Onal and Elizabeth (Clymer) Oxendine. James is preceded in death by his parents, his cherished daughter Patricia, his brother Donnie, and his […]
Archie F. Cash Jr. 80 Joplin, Missouri. went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, September 23, 2026. He was born January 26, 1946 in Corvallis, Oregon, son of the late Archie Cash Sr. and Goldie M. (Speer) Cash. Archie was a lifetime resident of Joplin. He graduated from Parkwood High School. […]
Gregory Glen Smith was born July 26,1965 in Stella, MO along with his twin sister, Ginger. While growing up he had a passion for fishing, visiting grandparents, and celebrating his favorite annual holiday, the 4th of July. He also had a love of airplanes and had many of the models he had put together hung […]
Jimmie Lois Kolb, peacefully passed away at her home on September 14, 2026, with her devoted and loving husband, Denis, by her side. Born on September 9, 1938, in Calhoun City, Mississippi, her life was a testament to the power of compassion and dedication. Lois was a woman of remarkable intellect and achievement. She pursued […]
Karson Kate Campbell was born into the arms of angels on August 23, 2026, at Freeman Hospital in Joplin, Missouri, weighing 4lb 4.4oz and measuring 17.5 inches long. She was covered in love and prayer from the beginning, and though we did not get the time we hoped for, she filled our hearts with love, […]
Kenneth Tyler, a beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully at his home on August 12, 2026, at the age of 83. Born on March 12, 1943, in Spurgeon, Missouri, Kenneth was the cherished son of William “Guy” and Etta Mae (Bartelmei) Tyler. He was preceded in death by his wife, parents and eight […]
David Alan McKee, 71, of Republic, Missouri, passed away on July 30, 2026. He was born September 6, 1954, in Wichita, Kansas, to William and Frances Herrman McKee. David grew up in and around Mulvane, Kansas. He later made his home in Aurora, Missouri and finally Republic, Missouri. Early on, he found his purpose in […]
Doris M. Dent, 96 of Joplin Missouri passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, July 25, 2026. She was born on April 7th 1930 in Enid, Oklahoma to Thomas and Madge Kelley. Doris resided in Watonga, Oklahoma until moving to Ocean Park, California in 1940. Doris then came to stay […]
Shelley Lynne Beardsley, 59, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on July 20, 2026. Born on March 20, 1967, Shelley was the daughter of Carl and Carolyn Ellis. She graduated from Wheaton High School with the Class of 1985 before continuing her education at Crowder College, where she graduated in 1987. Shelley called Ritchey, Missouri, […]
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Brandie Lynn Burdick, a beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend, on July 9, 2026. Born on June 14, 1988, in Carthage, Missouri, Brandie’s life was a testament to unwavering love, selfless care, and enduring strength. Brandie was the cherished daughter of Daniel and […]
Nora L. (Twitchell) Proctor, born on December 7, 1933, in Howard County, Missouri, passed away peacefully at home on July 4, 2026. The daughter of Walter Twitchell and Maudie Jane Hayes. Nora was the youngest of eleven children. She was preceded in death by her siblings as well as her husband Charles Proctor. Nora is […]
Lipihner K. Diopulos, age of 59, of Joplin, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 29, 2026, at her home surrounded by family. Born on April 30, 1967, to the late Kapus Diopulos and Lipihna Solomon Diopulos, in Kolonia, Pohnpei, in the Federated States of Micronesia. During her time in Pohnpei, Lipihner graduated from Pohnpei Island […]