Entries by Loving Family

Elaine Sue Legitt

Elaine S. Legitt, 54, of Chanute, Kansas passed away peacefully on November 8, 2025 at her home surrounded by her loved ones. Born in Clinton, Iowa on December 9, 1970 to Marylin & Joe Gene Klingensmith. Elaine attended Neosho Community College and Friends University earning degrees which eventually lead her to work at Tri Valley […]

Sidney Boudreaux

My name is Sidney Boudreaux, and my family calls me Daddy, Papa, Buster, Honey, Baby, or Sid. I was born in Houston, Texas, on September 25, 1932, and had a fantastic childhood in Nacogdoches and Houston. My Texas family named me Buster, and that’s the name that stuck. I attended Texas A&M but went on […]

Jeffrey Scott Campbell

 Jeffrey Scott “Jeff” Campbell, 58, of Joplin, Missouri, passed away on November 5, 2025. Born on July 3, 1967, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Jeff lived a life marked by deep faith, unwavering love for his family, and a steadfast spirit that touched all who knew him. Jeff was a devoted father and grandfather whose greatest […]

Lillie Lorene Mason

December 4, 1948 ~ October 29, 2025 Lillie Lorene Mason passed away peacefully on October 29, 2025, after a brief battle with cancer, and went to be with her Lord and Savior. She was born on December 4, 1948, in Cripple Creek, Colorado. Lillie was a lifelong Colorado resident before moving to Kansas in 2023. […]

LaVonne Agnes Benson

LaVonne Agnes Smith was born on October 21, 1934, in Lake Mills, Iowa. She was the ninth of ten children born to John and Agnes Smith. Growing up in a large family, LaVonne developed a strong sense of camaraderie and resilience. She attended school in Nora Springs, Iowa, where she became an active participant in […]

Angela Denise Lintner

Angela Denise Lintner, 52, passed away on October 22, 2025. She was born on March 30, 1973, to Marc Richard Lintner and Denise Lillie (Kern) Lintner. Angela was a bright, funny, and fiercely authentic woman who brought laughter, love, and light into every life she touched. She had a quick wit, a generous heart, and […]

Michael Young

Michael P. Young, lovingly known as “Peepaw,”  rose to glory on October 24, 2025 at his home, surrounded by family. Michael was born to George and Louise Young on July 27, 1943 in Granby, MO. He graduated from Webb City High School in 1962, and married the love of his life, Sherry Lee (Newberry) Young […]

Bill Reed

Bill Reed entered his eternal rest surrounded by the love of his family and the peace of Jesus Christ. He was a devoted man of faith whose life reflected his love for the Lord in all that he did. Bill’s greatest joys were his walk with Jesus, his sons, and the family he cherished deeply. […]

Rebecca Gehrer

Rebecca, a resident of Joplin, MO was born on Sept. 29, 1956. She passed away at her home on Oct. 8, 2025. No services are scheduled at this time. Arrangements are under the direction of Ozark Memorial Park of Joplin, MO

Ronald Paul Crutcher

June 15, 1945 – October 2, 2025 Ronald Paul Crutcher, 80, of Webb City, Missouri, passed away on October 2, 2025, surrounded by family. Born June 15, 1945, in Joplin, Missouri, to Paul R. and Avis E. Crutcher, Ronnie grew up with a deep love of baseball, coached by his father. He graduated from Webb […]

Larry Eugene Ernest

Larry Eugene Ernest was born February 12, 1965 to Jerry and Jean (Salisbury) Ernest at the Caney Hospital in Caney, KS. At age 15, Larry began working for Jack Morris at the Phillips 66 Station on the northwest corner of Main and 4th Streets, and enjoyed his job immensely. He worked there until age 18. […]

Betty Irene Wheeler

Betty Irene Wheeler 84 of Mulberry, Kansas passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by family on September 20, 2025. She was so feisty and full of life. Betty was also kind, loving, compassionate and understanding. She truly was one of Earth’s Angels. She is preceded in death by her mother Mildred Van Gordon and […]