Mary Jane Baird, age 73, of Carthage, Missouri, passed on peacefully after a long illness, on Monday February 23, 2026 surrounded by her family. Mary was born in Jay, Oklahoma to Fred Riner and Ollie (White)Riner as a member of the Cherokee Nation. Her folks eventually settled their family in Carthage where Mary grew up […]
Connie Marie Coleman, aged 74, of Joplin, Missouri, passed away peacefully on March 10, 2026, to be with our Lord. She was born on January 25, 1952, in Joplin to Martha and George Barnard. Connie was known for her kind heart and loving soul. She found her greatest joy in spending time with her grandson, […]
David H. “Pup” Newsom David Harold Newsom, 70, died March 2, 2026 in Joplin, Mo. He was born to Ethel Lorene Newsom and Vernon W. Newsom on July 21, 1955 in Clinton, Mo., and lived most of his life in Higginsville, MO. David graduated Higginsville High School, attended Wentworth Military Academy, and obtained an Associate’s […]
Barbara Ann Brown (Sichts) (Murphy) Passed away peacefully to be with our Lord at 4:17 the morning of March 5, 2026, at Granby House. On Jan 2, 1942 Barbara was the 1st of 3 daughters born to Lorenze & Maxine Brown of Williamsport, IN. Her sisters, Beverlie Van Leer (Don) Las Vegas, NV., and Betty Williams […]
Harry F. Richards Jr., 78 October 12, 1947 – February 17, 2026 Anderson, Missouri Harry F. Richards Jr., 78, of Anderson, Missouri, passed away on February 17, 2026, after a recent battle with cancer, surrounded by loved ones. Harry was born on October 12, 1947, in Potosi, Missouri, to Harry F. Richards Sr. and Cora […]
Charles Henry Ash, 75, passed away peacefully at his home on February 24, 2026. Charles was born on May 5, 1950, in Anderson, Missouri, to Willard and Norma Fern Ash of Galena, Kansas. On June 22, 1972, he married the love of his life, Mary Louise Ash. Together they shared many devoted years of marriage […]
Glenda Diane Vanatta 1947-2026 It is with profound sadness and deep love that we announce the passing of a beloved mother, wife, grandmother, and friend at age 78. Glenda Diane Vanatta from Galena, Kansas passed away peacefully in her home on the morning of Saturday February 21, 2026. For more than five decades, she shared […]
With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life beautifully lived, we announce the passing of our mother Sandra K. Smith, who departed this world peacefully on February 15th at the age of 81. Born on July 26, 1944, in Joplin, MO. Sandra was a woman of Christian faith, compassion, and quiet strength. She devoted […]
In Loving Memory of Rebecca Gilmore, 61, passed away on February 15, 2026, at her home in Joplin, Missouri, after an illness. Born in San Antonio, Texas, she later made Joplin her home, where she raised her family and built a life filled with love. She was a loving daughter, treasured by her mother, Angelita […]
Dear Family and Friends, It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Kenneth Broce Hines, who left us on February 16, 2026, at the age of 94. Kenneth lived a life full of adventure and hard work, always guided by dedication and the belief that your word is your bond. Born […]
November 08, 1961 – February 12, 2026 Marsha Gayle Sedgwick, 61, of Neosho, MO, passed away on February 12, 2026. A loving mother, sister, grandmother, aunt, and friend, Marsha leaves behind a deep and painful void that words can scarcely express. Her gentle heart, generous spirit, and unwavering love touched everyone fortunate enough to know […]
William “Gene” Eugene Kesinger, a wonderful man from Columbus, Kansas, passed away peacefully on February 12, 2026, at the age of 73. Born on March 19, 1952, in Joplin, Missouri to William and Bonnie Kesinger. Gene was preceded in death by his father, mother, his brothers, Jimmy, Stan, Donald, Michael, Charlie, Richard, his sister, Linda […]
