Obituaries
Dora Belle Clark
Dec 14, 2024
On December 14th, 2024, Dora Belle Clark, 94, of Kirksville, Missouri passed away peacefully at her home with her three children by her side as she entered into Heaven.
She was born on May 5, 1930 near Milan Missouri, the daughter of William Glen Steele and Zulah June (Davis) Steele. On August 20,1950 she was united in marriage to James Paul...
Frederick Mark Stribling
Dec 12, 2024
Frederick “Mark” Stribling, 75 of Kirksville, MO, passed away Thursday, December 12th,2024, at his home in Kirksville.
The son of Frederick and Violet (Riley) Stribling, Frederick was born March 11th, 1949, in La Plata, MO. On December 31st, 1980, Frederick was united in marriage to Pat Goodhart.
Mark is survived by his children, Melissa Butterbrodt and son-in-law Wayne, Raquel Merryman, Jason Morrison,...
James Willard Dyhouse
Dec 9, 2024
James Willard Dyhouse, 82 of Kirksville, MO passed away Monday (December 9th, 2024) at his home in Kirksville.
The son of James Earl and Cleo (Sanders) Dyhouse, James was born in Vincent, IN on March 29th, 1942. On October 16th, 2010, James was united in marriage to Jeanine McCune.
James is survived by his wife, Jeanine; Sons, James David Dyhouse and Michael...
Jerry Lee Reed "Squeak"
Dec 6, 2024
Jerry Lee Reed "Squeak", a beloved figure in the Kirksville community, passed away on December 6, 2024, at the age of 72. Born on April 20, 1952, in Kirksville, Missouri, Jerry dedicated his life to serving his hometown, working tirelessly for the City of Kirksville until his retirement in 2007.
Jerry was known for his generous spirit and boundless kindness. He...
Harold Wallace Potter JR
Dec 6, 2024
Harold Wallace Potter Jr. was born on December 12, 1959, in Casper, Wyoming, and peacefully departed this life on December 6, 2024, at the Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville, Missouri. He lived a life enriched by his passion for music and the joy he found in spending time with his family and friends.
Harold was the beloved son of the...
Andrea Nicole (Rinkol) Hampton
Nov 28, 2024
Andrea Nicole (Rinkol) Hampton was born Dec. 3, 1977, to LeRoy and Sallie Rinkol in Columbus, Nebraska. Andrea grew up on a farm just south of Genoa, Nebraska. She was a girl on a farm, but wasn’t a farm girl; however, she did have a great appreciation for the farming lifestyle and really respected those who lived it. Andrea attended...
Edward “Tony” Everett Swain
Nov 27, 2024
Edward Everett Swain, 90, of Kirksville, MO, passed away Wednesday, November 27th, 2024 at Samaritan Memorial Hospital in Macon, MO.
On February 6, 1934, Tony was born to Edward Everett Swain Jr. and Donna (Brittain) Swain in Kirksville, Mo.
Tony was raised in Kirksville, MO. He attended North East Missouri Teacher’s College, now Truman State University, and Missouri University with a master’s...
Perley Glen Smith
Nov 22, 2024
Perley Glen Smith 85, of Queen City passed away early Friday morning (Novmeber 22nd, 2024) in the La Plata Nursing Home in La Plata, Missouri.
The son of Glen and Lucille (Minear) Smith, he was born December 20th, 1938, at the rural family home. He grew up in rural Queen City and attended Queen City public schools graduating from high school...
Charles Donald Burks Sr
Nov 21, 2024
Charles Donald Burks (Donnie) passed away on November 21st, 2024 peacefully at Northeast Regional Medical Center.
Donnie was born July 3rd, 1947 to Easter Ruth Burks and George Bennett. Donnie was raised in Kansas City, Missouri by Ruth Burks and Jessie Welch (Step-Dad). Donnie married Victoria Marie Young on November 5th, 1966. They had 4 children, Mary Verlene Paul of LaBelle,...
Willis Jackson Magruder
Nov 17, 2024
Willis Jackson Magruder, 89, of Kirksville, Missouri, died Sunday, November 17, 2024 at his home in Kirksville. Jack was born on Wednesday, August 7, 1935 in his grandmother’s home in Lentner, MO, the son of Charles Franklin Magruder and Jewell Maude Wood Magruder.
When he was 7 years old the family relocated to Kirksville to take advantage of higher education for...
Evelyn Jeffries
Nov 3, 2024
Evelyn Arlene Carlyle Jeffries, 67, of Kirksville, MO passed away on November 3, 2024, at LaPlata Nursing Home surrounded by family.
Evelyn was born September 28, 1957 in Kirksville, MO, the daughter of Ethel and Guy Dixon.
Preceding Evelyn in death are her daughter in law, Melissa Carlyle; Mother, Father, and Brother, Guy, Ethel, and Lester Dixon.
Remaining to cherish Evelyn’s memory are...
Shirley I Baker
Nov 2, 2024
Shirley Ilene Baker, 82, passed away in her home, on Saturday, November 2, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.
The daughter of the late Glen W. Gerhold and Verda “Vernelle” (Pope) Gerhold, Shirley was born on September 25, 1942, in Millard, Missouri. She spent her childhood on the Gerhold family farm, where she helped milk cows, raise chickens, tend the family...
Dorothy F. Stone
Oct 28, 2024
It is with great sadness that the family of Dorothy F. Stone has news of her passing. Dorothy F. Stone, 86 of Jacksonville, FL (previously Kirksville) passed away Monday, October 28th, 2024 at Baptist Medical Center South in Jacksonville, FL.
The daughter of Joe and Willie (Moore) Brown, Dorothy was born November 28th, 1937 in Crockett, TX. On December 30th, 1966...
Linda Jolene Routh
Oct 27, 2024
Linda Jolene Routh, a beloved housewife, passed away peacefully at Kirksville Manor Care on October 27, 2024, at the age of 81. Born on September 22, 1943, inksville, Missouri, Linda lived a life marked by love, resilience, and devotion to her family and passions.
Linda well-educated, being a proud high school graduate, and dedicated her life to raising her family. She...
Brenda Beth Conner
Oct 22, 2024
Brenda Beth Conner, age 61 of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away on October 22, 2024, at the Northeast Regional Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family.
Brenda was born on November 29, 1962, in Cushing Oklahoma. She was united in marriage to David Conner, and two daughters were born into this union, Nichole and son-in-law Wayne Walker of LaPlata, Missouri, and Ashley...
Wilma Wagner
Oct 11, 2024
Wilma Wagner
Wilma Wagner, 74 of Kirksville passed away Friday (October 11th, 2024) at the University of Missouri Hospital in Columbia, MO.
The daughter of William Franklin and Retta Marie (Monroe) Cown, Wilma was born June 9th, 1950 in Ellensburg, WA. She spent her elementary year near LA California before moving to the Iron Range in Minnesota during high school.
Wilma is survived...
Irvin Lee Roy Turpitt Sr
Oct 11, 2024
Irvin Lee Roy Turpitt Sr. of Queen City, MO, passed away at Northeast Regional Hospital on Friday, October 11, 2024. Irvin was born on December 29, 1940 in Gordon, Nebraska. He is the son of Orval and Dorothy Craig of Nebraska. Irvin was later adopted by his maternal grandparents Henry and Minnie Turpitt.
Irvin joined the Army in 1958. He served...
Todd Minear
Oct 9, 2024
TODD WAYNE MINEAR
October 27, 1967 - October 09, 2024
The family of Todd Wayne Minear is deeply saddened to announce his peaceful passing on October 9, 2024, at the age of 56. Born in North Kansas City, Missouri, Todd grew up with a love for his family, friends, and community. He was the beloved son of Lane and Jo Anne Minear....
Dakota Joyce McClelland
Oct 8, 2024
Dakota Joyce McClelland, 16 of Kirksville, MO passed away on October 8th, 2024 in Kirksville, MO. The daughter of Donald Kent McClelland II and Brooke Nicole Mason, Dakota was born on December 19, 2007 in Kirksville.
Dakota grew up in Kirksville and was a student at Kirksville High School, where she was loved for her good-hearted nature and infectious personality. Her...
Cheryl Lynne Behrmann
Oct 5, 2024
Cheryl Lynne Behrmann
Cheryl Lynne Behrmann, 74 of Edina, MO passed away Saturday (October 5th, 2024) at her home in Edina.
The daughter of Bruce and Anna Lou (Pickens) Dewitt, Cheryl was born May 27th, 1950 Washington, IN.
Cheryl is survived by her siblings, Leonard Dewitt and Gwendolyn Miller; Nieces, Michelle (Shannon) Elsea and Christina Press; Nephew, Douglas Swigert; Step Nephew, Jay Erin...
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