Lisa D. Wheeler. Age 56, of Joplin, Missouri, passed away on December 18th, 2025. Born on February 20, 1969, in St. Joseph, Missouri, she was the daughter of Charles Tracy and Elizabeth Fattig. Lisa shared a deep bond with her husband, Mike, as they worked side by side in remodeling homes. Together, they enjoyed outdoor […]
Jackie was born August 19, 1962, in Neosho, MO to Sterling Woodrum and Neva June Lewis Woodrum. She spent most of her preschool years on her parent’s farm east of Granby, MO. Her family moved into a house at the edge of Golden City when she and her brother Tim started school. Jackie’s father was […]
Daniel Joe Vance was born to Ronald & Ruth Vance in Stella, Missouri on 10/27/1961 and he passed away at NHC in Joplin Missouri on 12/05/2025 surrounded by family. Daniel was preceded in death by his father, Ronald Vance, mother, Ruth Vance, brother, Ronnie Vance and daughter, Ayla Vance. He is survived by one sister, […]
Wayne Edward Lown peacefully entered his eternal life with his Lord and Savior at home on November 21, 2025. He leaves behind his beloved wife of 45 years, Jana. Wayne was born on June 19, 1952, to Robert (Buster) and Mabel Lown in Carthage, Missouri. He was preceded in death by his parents and one […]
Roger Miles Price, age 74, of Quapaw, Oklahoma, passed away on November 23, 2025 at Freeman Hospital. Born on January 18, 1951 in Baxter Springs, Kansas, Roger was a devoted father and grandfather. There will be no memorial services planned at this time. Arrangements are under the direction of Ozark Memorial Park of Joplin, MO
Richard Dudley of Neosho, Mo passed away at Freeman Hospital in Joplin, Mo on November 4, 2025. Richard graduated Commerce High School and then went on to his career as a machinist in Tulsa until he returned to his birthplace and began working for Eagle Picher until he retired in 2004. Richard is survived by […]
Joyce Ann Griffoth, 76, of Joplin, Missouri, passed away peacefully on November 11th, 2025 surrounded with loved ones. Joyce was born on June 15th, 1949 in Joplin, Missouri, to the late Vera Hana and Howard Stanley. Joyce worked as Housekeeping and Maintenance for nursing homes and hotels for 30 years. She was also known for […]
Robert (Bob) William Gaskins, 77, peacefully passed away at home on November 8, 2025. His struggle with Parkinson’s disease ended, and he is finally at rest. He leaves behind a legacy of a life fully and beautifully lived. Born in Lake Stevens, Washington, Bob grew up adventurous and athletic. He served in the U.S. Navy […]
Although Thomas Dean Fitzgerald never wore a watch a day in his life, his time on earth ended at 4:54 am on November 10th, 2025, at Freeman West Hospital, with his wife holding his hand. Tom was 62 years and 22 days of age. Tom had experienced a very aggressive cancer in the last month […]
June 9, 1941 – November 10, 2025 There’s a lady who’s sure all that glitters is gold and she is buying the stairway to Heaven….. Catherine R Wendt, 84, Joplin, MO, passed away peacefully on November 10, 2025 at her home. She was born on June 9, 1941, in Grand Island, Nebraska to Gertrude (Baker) […]
Linda Wells passed away peacefully at her home on November 4, 2025 in Fort Scott, Kansas. Linda was a beloved wife, sister, mom and Nana, who touched the lives of all who knew her. Linda was born January 19, 1949 and spent many of her childhood in Fort Scott later moving to Overland Park Kansas […]
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 […]
