In Loving Memory of Johnnie Lee Crane April 10, 1987 – August 27, 2026 Johnnie Lee Crane passed away, leaving behind a life that touched the hearts of many who had the privilege of knowing him. Johnnie was a one-of-a-kind person. He loved the outdoors and found some of his happiest moments fishing, riding motorcycles, […]
In Loving Memory of Larry Lee Ogden Larry Lee Ogden, age 77, of Joplin Missouri, passed away on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, with his family by his side after a long illness. Larry was born on January 14, 1949, in Buffalo, Kansas. the son of Mary Cooper (Moss) and Charles Ogden. Larry worked at 4th […]
Steven Craig Jones, age 69, passed away at his home on Thursday, August 20, 2026. He was born in Joplin, MO on November 30, 1956 to Louis (Jack) and Phyllis (Dickerson) Jones. He was a 1974 graduate of Memorial High School. In his teenage years, he worked at Griffs Hamburger and Wyatt’s Cafeteria at Northpark […]
Mary Sue was born on February 22, 1931, in Joplin, Missouri, to James J. and Edith Wheeler Farrell. She was the youngest of four sisters, with Delores Hart of Seattle, Washington; Florence Nixon of Arlington, Texas; and Jacqueline Reiboldt of Wichita, Kansas. She was preceded in death by her parents and sisters. Mary Sue attended […]
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother and grandmother, Vivian “Granny” Foster, 82, of Quapaw, Oklahoma. Vivian passed peacefully from this life into the arms of Jesus on August 21, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born January 12, 1944, to Jessie Ray […]
Jeffrey H. McClain, 65, of Parsons, Kansas, passed away unexpectedly on August 17, 2026. Jeffrey was born on November 23, 1960. He proudly served his country as a United States Marine Corps veteran. He loved living life on the road. Jeffrey was preceded in death by his parents, Carl McClain of Clarion, Pennsylvania and Irene […]
Colleen Gail Richardson Brown, age 90, died in her own home after enduring a long illness. Gail was born on September 5, 1935 in Glendale, California to parents Terrence Patrick Richardson and Lucille Hubbell Richardson of Los Angeles, California. Her employment history includes working in Los Angeles at the California Osteopathic Association, the Auto Club […]
Valerie Gail Barcom, age 58, of Joplin, Missouri passed away on August 6, 2026. Valerie attended Memorial High school and Missouri Southern State University. Valerie worked at several places in Joplin, the last being The Joplin Globe. She is preceded in death by both parents, Harold and Betty. Surviving members of her family include her […]
Randy J. Coulter Jr., known as “Bubby,” 53, of Pittsburg, Kansas, passed away peacefully on August 11, 2026. Randy was born on February 25, 1973, in Fort Scott, Kansas, to Randy and Brenda Coulter. He attended Pittsburg High School and was employed by Garden of Memories in Pittsburg. Randy enjoyed fishing, watching races, playing pool, […]
Jess James Link was born August 31, 1948, in Joplin, Missouri, to Joyce Eleanor and Lloyd James William Link. But if you asked those who knew his story, they might say his life truly began on August 27, 1966. While working at Henry’s Hamburgers, Jess committed what would become his first and last crime—he stole […]
Jerry Templeton, born August 14, 1951, peacefully passed away at his home on August 12, 2026, surrounded by the comfort and familiarity of the place he loved. After a life filled with love, family, and treasured memories, Jerry has gone home to Heaven, where he is now at peace in the presence of the Lord […]
Mary Louise Smith passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 25, 2026. She was preceded in death by her husband of 44 yrs. Gene, in 2013. Mary was a beloved mother, mother in law, grandmother, stepmother, sister-in-law, cousin, aunt, & a friend to many. Mary knew no strangers. She adored babies and children & there was […]