Melinda Kay (Hukill) Taylor, age 47, of Diamond, entered her heavenly home on Friday, April 10, 2026, after a two-year courageous battle with cancer. Melinda, daughter of Michael and Ronda Hukill, was born on August 15, 1978, in Merced, CA. She grew up and attended school in Manteca, CA. She attended Andon College in Modesto, […]
Danny Dudley, lovingly known as Dapper Dan, passed sway April 2, 2026. Danny touched countless lives with his shining personality, love, and laughter. He was incredibly talented, pouring his heart into drawing, writing songs, and composing poems that brought joy to those around him. He leaves behind so many friends and his church family. one […]
Bonnie Mullins, 49, of Joplin, MO, died Friday, April 3, 2026 in her home in Joplin. Bonnie Gaynell Mullins, was born Bonnie Gaynell Martin, on October 17, 1976 in Webb City, Missouri to Theresa Johan (Casey) Clifton and Leroy Martin. Bonnie was adopted by her grandmother and step grandfather, Gayle Ellen (Patrick) Stover and Donald […]
Danny Alan Copeland 72 of Joplin, Mo. passed away at home surrounded by his family April 3, 2026 after a long illness. Danny was born in Joplin July 10th 1953 to Pudge and Lorraine Copeland. He attended Joplin schools and graduated from Parkwood High school before going to work at ABC Supply, Southwest Sash and […]
James Allen Lawson, age 61, of Arcola, Missouri, passed away on April 4, 2026, at his home. James was born on June 2, 1964, in Lockwood, Missouri. He was the son of Jim and Wilma Lawson. James was a groundskeeper at St. John’s Hospital. He loved to be outdoors fishing, hunting and shooting guns every […]
Fred Whitten Hardaway, Jr. (Whit), age 67, of Seneca, MO, passed away on April 1, 2026, surrounded by love. He was a devoted father, son, grandfather, and friend whose presence brought strength, humor, and kindness to those who knew him. Born on September 20, 1958, in Memphis, TN, Whit was the beloved son of Kay […]
Michael L. Shelton, 79, of Webb City, Missouri, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Born January 16, 1947, in Lamar, Missouri, to Joseph and Maxine Shelton, Mike was the cherished firstborn of two children. From an early age, he was full of energy and curiosity, which led […]
Gail Moore, age 75, of Duenweg, MO, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 from Pancreatic Cancer. Linda Gail Moore was born November 28, 1950 in Cassville, MO to Marlin Blake and Charlene Carpenter. She graduated from Webb City High School. Gail went to LPN school and went to work at St. […]
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Vinita O’Neal, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, who left this world peacefully on March 23, 2026, surrounded by love. Born on May 8, 1962, Vinita’s journey through life was marked by unwavering love and resilience, traits that will […]
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. Andrea “Andy” Maxine Stafford, 80, of Bluejacket, OK, passed away on March 20th, 2026, at The Solace House of the Ozarks in Joplin, MO. Andrea was born on October 13th, 1945, to Charles Hollaway and Maxine […]
Born December 20th, 1974 in Baraga Michigan to James and Roberta Vizina, Danielle Elizabeth Pfeifer age 51 passed away unexpectedly at her home in Neosho, MO. On March 15th, 2026 A devoted wife to James Pfeifer for 32 years. Danielle & James went on to have 4 beautiful children, Kyle, Brianna, Kody & Kaden. Danielle […]
Ronny Lee Lawson 67 was born June 10, 1958, in Neosho MO, to Andrew Lawson and Pauline Lawson, Ronny passed from this lifetime on March 20, 2026. Ronny grew up in Afton OK where he attended Afton Public Schools. Ronny then went on to serve time in the US Army, after leaving the Military Ronny […]
