Travis Funeral Chapel

03/26/2026

New Obituaries from Travis Funeral Chapel for March 26, 2026 -

She resided with her daughter, Barb Kelsall, and her two grandsons, Robert Stifflemire and Curtis Anderson, in La Plata, Missouri.

03/26/2026

Irene L. Brooks, age 86, of La Plata, Missouri, passed away peacefully at her home at 4:20 a.m. on March 24, 2026.

Irene was born July 13, 1939, in Johnstown, Missouri, to Henry Frederick Reeves and Georgia Louraine (Tucker) Reeves.
She resided with her daughter, Barb Kelsall, and her two grandsons, Robert Stifflemire and Curtis Anderson, in La Plata, Missouri.

Irene was preceded in death by her parents, Henry Frederick Reeves and Georgia Louraine Reeves; her husband, Floyd Calvin Brooks; three brothers, Moses Allen Reeves, Ervin Frederick Reeves, and Edgar Marion Reeves; one sister, Edna Mae Kreiter; one grandson, Christopher Allan Pollard; and one great-granddaughter, Emma Rosella Casey.

She leaves behind five children: Richard Pollard and wife Carla, David Pollard and wife Brenda, Barbara Kelsall, Penny Gross and husband Mark, and Darryl Brooks.

She is also survived by her grandchildren: Amelia Pollard, Matthew Pollard, Billy Pollard, Jennifer Parker, Alisha Pollard, Robert Stifflemire, Curtis Anderson, Travis Clark, Brandy Shireman, Alivia Brooks, Samantha Sooter, and Austin Sooter; along with 16 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sisters, Freda Hillard and June Wiley, and her brother, Eugene Reeves.

Irene had a lifelong passion for fishing. No matter the weather, or even if she had to sit on the ground, she fished as long as the Lord allowed. She enjoyed sharing this passion and teaching others, as she did with a young neighbor boy, Tanner. Irene also enjoyed gardening, caring for her beautiful houseplants, listening to bluegrass and old country music, and attending auctions any chance she could. She cherished visiting with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren whenever possible.

Above all, Irene loved the Lord. Her faith was an important part of her life, and she lived it out in a way that left a lasting impression on her family. She taught those around her the importance of a personal relationship with God and a respect for His word - something that will continue to live on through the generations after her.

Irene was loved by many and will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Irene will be cremated and laid to rest at Rocky Ford Cemetery in Dent County, Missouri. Service details will be announced by the family at a later time.

03/25/2026

New Obituaries from Travis Funeral Chapel for March 25, 2026 -

Surviving is one brother Ernest (Nelda) Perry of Kearney, Missouri; one brother-in-law, Junior Perry of La Plata, Missouri; and several nieces and nephews.

03/25/2026

Trent L. Perry, age 64, of La Plata, Missouri, passed away Monday, March 23, 2026, at his home.

Born February 7, 1962, in Kirksville, Missouri, the son of Willian Jasper and Rose Maxine (McEwen) Perry.

Surviving is one brother Ernest (Nelda) Perry of Kearney, Missouri; one brother-in-law, Junior Perry of La Plata, Missouri; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding him in death were his parents; two sisters, Donna Hagar Lindley and Virginia Perry; one brother, Billy Perry; and his dog, Charlie.

Trent lived in La Plata most of his life. He was a 1980 graduate of La Plata High School. He owned and operated Trent Perry Construction and Rentals. Trent was a life-long member of the NRA and served on the La Plata City Council for over 25 years.

Graveside services will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, April 4, 2026, at Cherry Box Cemetery in Shelby County, Missouri.

Memorials in memory of Trent may be made to Cherry Box Cemetery. They may be sent to or left at Travis Funeral Chapel, 125 S. Church St., La Plata, MO 63549.

03/18/2026

New Obituaries from Travis Funeral Chapel for March 18, 2026 -

Tonya Lynn Wood, age 57, of La Plata, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville, Missouri.

03/18/2026

Tonya Lynn Wood, age 57, of La Plata, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville, Missouri.

Born October 2, 1968, in Kirksville, Missouri, the daughter of Linden “Buster” and Janet (Young) Wood.

Surviving are two siblings, Tim (Shelley) Wood of La Plata, Missouri and Terri (Dustin Brown) McLean of Pittsfield, Illinois; one aunt, Lodena Biggs of Lenexa, Kansas; her best friend, Sheri Turner of Brashear, Missouri; and several nieces, nephews, and special students.

Her parents and brother-in-law, Chris McLean preceded her in death.

Tonya was a lifelong resident in LaPlata, MO, but she also called Brashear MO her community as well. She loved hanging out with her friends. She enjoyed supporting both the Bulldogs and Tigers throughout her adult years, especially watching Summer, Justin, Pieper, Cameron, and Izzy, and many others she thought as "her kiddos", play sports; she was known to everyone as Aunt Tonya. You could be sure that she was the one behind the camera at any sporting event, as she loved taking pictures and sharing them with everyone. She loved her pups Wrigley and Barkley. Mostly she loved her family and being with them. Aunt Tonya and Grandma Janet are back together again watching the games from afar.

Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 21, 2026, at the La Plata Baptist Church in La Plata, Missouri. Burial will be in the La Plata Cemetery.

Visitation will be Friday, March 20, 2026, with the family receiving friends from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the La Plata Baptist Church.

Memorials in memory of Tonya may be made to LHS Bulldog Backers or Brashear High School Special Education Department. They may be sent to or left at Travis Funeral Chapel, 125 S. Church St., La Plata, Missouri 63549.

03/17/2026

New Obituaries from Travis Funeral Chapel for March 17, 2026 -

Phyllis graduated class of 1957 from La Plata High School where she played Basketball. She then moved to California, where she worked and raised her family. When retirement came around, she decided to move back to her “hometown” La Plata to enjoy her golden years with family.

03/17/2026

Phyllis Jean (Cribb) Birkinshaw, age 86, of La Plata, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at her home.

She was daughter of Ernest and Grace (Nihiser).

Phyllis graduated class of 1957 from La Plata High School where she played Basketball. She then moved to California, where she worked and raised her family. When retirement came around, she decided to move back to her “hometown” La Plata to enjoy her golden years with family.

Phyllis is survived by her daughter Julie, son in law Tom and granddaughter Madison, her son Brian, daughter in law Jamie and granddaughter Chloe; and her best friend (Vi) Vanancia Molina.

Phyllis was a God given joy to all that knew her and will be missed very much.

Private graveside services were held in the La Plata Cemetery in La Plata, Missouri.

02/02/2026

New Obituaries from Travis Funeral Chapel for February 1, 2026 -

Geraldine Gash, 97, of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, passed away peacefully Thursday, January 29, 2026, surrounded by her family.

02/01/2026

Geraldine Gash, 97, of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, passed away peacefully Thursday, January 29, 2026, surrounded by her family.

Born November 1, 1928, in Nickellton, Missouri, the daughter of Leland Stanford and Blanche (Redmon) Collins. On February 27, 1948, in Kirksville, Missouri, she was united in marriage to Donald Lee Gash who preceded her in death on August 16, 2017.

Also preceding her in death were her parents; stepfather, Claud Perry; and two brothers, Ronnie Perry and Leland Collins.

Surviving are three sons, Gerald (Kathy) Gash of Cave Creek, Arizona, Murril (Allison) Gash of Danville, California, and Steven (Lisa) Gash of Lee’s Summit, Missouri; two brothers, Gayle Perry and Paul (Kathy) Perry of La Plata, Missouri; two sisters, Judy (Leon) Gregory of La Plata, Missouri and Betty Perry of Diamond Head, Mississippi; five grandchildren and their families, Adam, Jennifer and Mason Gash, Chris, Stacy, Charlotte, Gunnar and Beck Gash, Ryan, Sarah, Lochlan and Hollan Gash, Makenzie and Drew Nelson, and Haley Jayne Gash.

Geri was a 1946 graduate of La Plata High School. Her first work experience was teaching country school near La Plata where she traveled by horseback on her horse named Ike. During her lifetime career she held many administrative professional positions. Geri’s joys in life were traveling with Don, visiting family and friends. The title she treasured most was the wife of Don and mother of three sons. She was a woman of faith and believed Jesus Christ as our Savior, passing on her faith teaching children in Bible Study.

Geri was a beautiful lady, inside and out, with a smile and a hug for everyone. She gave her family and friends her love, support and encourage. She will be truly missed.

Visitation will be Tuesday, February 3, 2026, with the family receiving friends from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at Travis Funeral Chapel in La Plata, Missouri. The funeral service will begin at 10:30 a.m. Interment will be in the Missouri State Veterans Cemetery in Jacksonville, Missouri.

Memorials in memory of Geraldine Gash may be made to Missouri State Veterans Cemetery in Jacksonville, MO. They may be sent to or left at Travis Funeral
Chapel, 125 S. Church St., La Plata, MO 63549.

12/24/2025

New Obituaries from Travis Funeral Chapel for December 23, 2025 -

Bill Tiedemann, age 81, of La Plata, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at Kirksville Manor Care Center in Kirksville, Missouri.

12/23/2025

Bill Tiedemann, age 81, of La Plata, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at Kirksville Manor Care Center in Kirksville, Missouri.

Born September 24, 1944, in Cuba City, Wisconsin, the son of George William and Delores Gertrude (Bauer) Tiedemann. On February 12, 1966, in Belmont, Wisconsin, he was united in marriage to his high school sweetheart, Penny Eustice who preceded him in death on January 27, 2021. Also preceding him in death were his parents.

Surviving are two sons, Nathan (Anastasia) Tiedemann of Kirksville, Missouri and Joshua (Lindsey) Tiedemann of La Plata, Missouri; eight grandchildren, Sam, Charlie, Henry, Will and, Lucy, Jaydon, Parker, and Holden; and three sisters, Jean Kadur, Barb Kamps and Betty Gobrecht, all of Belmont, Wisconsin.

Bill served in the United States Army from 1965 to 1968. He retired from USDA, Food Safety and Inspection Service in 2004. He later was a driver for OATS for five years.

Bill loved spending time with his grandchildren. He enjoyed playing cards and golfing. He was affectionately known as “Birdie Bill” on the golf course.

Visitation will be held Saturday, January 10, 2026, with the family receiving friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the La Plata Christian Church in La Plata, Missouri.

Graveside services with military honors are scheduled for 11:00 a.m. Monday, January 12, 2026, at the Missouri State Veterans Cemetery in Jacksonville, Missouri.

Memorials in memory of Bill may be made to the La Plata Golf Course. They may be sent to or left at Travis Funeral Chapel, 125 S. Church St., La Plata, Missouri 63549.