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Steve PlasterMemorial contributions may be made to The American Cancer Society at the funeral home or by clicking on the...
03/30/2026

Steve Plaster

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Joyce HoltJoyce Holt was born February 21, 1937, in Mountain Grove, Missouri, the daughter of Ernest and Lola (Purgeson)...
03/30/2026

Joyce Holt

Joyce Holt was born February 21, 1937, in Mountain Grove, Missouri, the daughter of Ernest and Lola (Purgeson) Owens. She grew up with five sisters and the kind of steady, small-town love that stays with you for a lifetime. Joyce passed away on March 30, 2026 while living at Kabul Nursing Home.

As the fourth of six children, Joyce learned early how to work hard, share well, and find joy in the everyday rhythms of farm life north of Mountain Grove. She attended Mountain Valley country school—walking alongside her sisters each day—and later graduated from Mountain Grove High School with the Class of 1956. Before long, she was greeting neighbors and friends at the Ben Franklin store on the north side of the historic square, beginning a working life marked by reliability and warmth.

In 1955, Joyce met Louis Raymond Holt while he was home on leave from the United States Marine Corps. Those who knew them best would tell you it didn’t take long for Joyce and Raymond to realize they had found something special. On September 15, 1957, Rev. Homer Smith married them at her parents’ home. Together they built a life that would take them near and far, and they welcomed two children along the way, Tammy (born in South Carolina) and Doyle (born in North Carolina).

Joyce took real pride in being a military wife. Deployments to Korea, Japan, Vietnam, Cuba, and Okinawa brought long stretches of waiting and missing one another, but Joyce kept home feeling like home, wherever they were. Over the years, the Marine Corps carried their family to places like Florida, South Carolina, North Carolina, Pearl Harbor (Hawaii), and Santa Ana, California—and Joyce met each move with steady love and a gift for making a new place feel familiar.

After 26 years with the USMC, Raymond retired, and in 1978 Joyce and Raymond came back to a farm north of Mountain Grove to be closer to family. They enjoyed supporting the local VFW Post 3770, American Legion Post #30, and Fleet Reserve Association (FRA Branch 364). Joyce later worked for Walmart for 19 years, and the two of them settled into a routine that friends smiled to hear about: most mornings, Raymond made sure Joyce got to work on time, and after her shift he’d pick her up so they could head to the Hayloft restaurant for supper. They were known there as regulars—and good tippers. They also loved trips to Branson for a show and a good meal. After Raymond passed away in January 2017, Joyce moved into town in late 2018. She enjoyed being close to her sisters, going out to eat, and watching old westerns. As her health declined, she moved to Kabul Nursing Home in 2022.

Joyce accepted Christ as her personal Savior, and her faith remained a steady part of her life. Through the years she attended services at base chapels, and later she worshiped at Mountain Valley Free Will Baptist Church of Mountain Grove.

In addition to her parents, Ernest and Lola Owens, Joyce was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Raymond; her sister, Ernestine Smith; and her parents-in-law, Elmer and Minnie Mae (Tate) Holt.

Joyce is survived by her daughter, Tammy Ashlin (Harold) of Mountain Grove; her son, Doyle Holt (Michele) of Carl Junction, Missouri; four sisters, Jean Moore, Dorothy Stigall, Marjorie Carter, and Linda Keys, all of Mountain Grove; six grandchildren, Heather Terrill (Jonathan), Dalton Ashlin (Courtney), Wyatt Ashlin (Alyssa), Liam D. Holt (Ashley), Anna Kiera Holt Kennedy (Jeremiah), and Tyne Michele Holt (William); two great-grandchildren, Tatum Terrill and Macie Ashlin; her brothers-in-law, Lonnie Holt (Charlotte) of Mountain Grove and Vernon Holt (Lanea) of Mackay, Idaho; and many other relatives and friends who will miss her dearly.

The family extends special thanks to the staff at Kabul Nursing Home, along with Janet Ratterree and Christina Sasser, for the compassionate care and kindness shown to Joyce.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Lymphoma Society or the Alzheimer’s Association c/o the funeral home.

"For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life"

John 3:16

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Janice Loreane Colson-LesperanceJanice Loreane (Doeden) Colson - Lesperance, daughter of the late Phillip and Eulabell (...
03/27/2026

Janice Loreane Colson-Lesperance

Janice Loreane (Doeden) Colson - Lesperance, daughter of the late Phillip and Eulabell (Hall) Doeden, was born February 7, 1952, in Cook, Nebraska. She passed away March 26, 2026, at her home in Nixa, Missouri, at the age of 74.

Janice married Larry Colson and lived in Mountain Grove, Missouri, for almost 30 years. Two sons, Matthew and Josh, were born to this union. She was later married to Richard Lesperance. Larry and Richard both preceded her in death.

Also preceding Janice in death were siblings, Floyd Thompson and his wife, Gladys, Shirley (Thompson) Elam and her husband, Jerry, and Danny Doeden.

Janice is survived by her two sons, Matthew Colson and his wife, Bonnie, of Mountain Grove, and Josh Colson of Mountain Grove; two grandsons, Haden and Bryson Colson; a sister-in-law, Carol Doeden of Syracuse, Nebraska; and many other relatives and dear friends who will miss her greatly.

It was Janice’s final wish to have no viewing or service, but to ask everyone who knew her to remember the good times and think of her smiling and laughing. Her urn will be interred at a later date in the Osage Cemetery at St. Paul’s United Church of Christ, near Cook, Nebraska.

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Claude NelsonClaude Otis Nelson, son of the late Claude and Mary (Stark) Nelson, was born March 22, 1955, in DeWitt, Ark...
03/24/2026

Claude Nelson

Claude Otis Nelson, son of the late Claude and Mary (Stark) Nelson, was born March 22, 1955, in DeWitt, Arkansas, and departed this life March 24, 2026, at Autumn Oaks Caring Center in Mountain Grove, Missouri, at 71 years of age.

Claude grew up and attended school mostly in Arkansas before moving to southern Missouri. He was united in marriage to the love of his life, Linda Barnett on December 13, 1977, in Ava, Missouri, and together they raised seven children: Marie, Cindy, Joseph, James, Claude, Heather, and Niki. Claude was a man of many talents, and there wasn’t anything that he couldn’t do or build. He has worked many different jobs throughout his career including a dairy farm, rice mill, county road crew, and an all-around general handyman. His talents also included getting to build their family home himself many years ago, and he was also an excellent auto mechanic.

Some of Claude’s hobbies included hunting, dancing, and singing. He was an excellent singer and loved all kinds of music, but singing Christian hymns has always been his favorite. Claude was a very generous man, and there wasn’t a person that he wouldn’t help if he could. He was also known to have an ornery streak and an outgoing personality. He never met a stranger that he couldn’t strike up a conversation with. Claude was an amazing husband, father, and grandfather who his grandkids affectionately called “Papaw.”

Claude was a wonderful and upstanding Christian man. He was a long-time member of Smith Chapel Church of Christ, and he later became a member at Souder Church of Christ where he was currently attending. The very most important thing in life to Claude was that his children and grandchildren know Jesus and turn to the Good Lord Jesus Christ as their Savior.

Claude was preceded in death by his parents, Claude and Mary Nelson, and his siblings, Clovis, Glen, Thelma, Alice, Berthie, and Marie.

He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Linda Nelson, his seven children, Marie Scott, Cindy Mahan, Joseph Nelson, James Nelson, Claude Nelson, Heather Trevino, and Niki Jones, 23 grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, one brother, Buddy Nelson, one sister, Velma Wages, and many nephews, nieces, and extended family and friends who will miss him.

Memorial contributions may be made to the family by clicking on the "Donate Now" link below.

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Shirley Ann WilkieShirley Wilkie passed away peacefully at her home in Mansfield, Missouri, surrounded by the comfort of...
03/24/2026

Shirley Ann Wilkie

Shirley Wilkie passed away peacefully at her home in Mansfield, Missouri, surrounded by the comfort of her beloved pets and with family by her side.Shirley lived a full and independent life, shaped by both her strength and her deep care for others. She was a nurse by calling, spending years caring for people in San Luis Obispo and Fresno, California. It was in San Luis Obispo that she met Vernon, the love of her life—a meeting that would shape the rest of her story.Together, they built a life rooted in shared purpose and adventure. Shirley later became an Air Life nurse out of Greeley, Colorado, continuing her work in some of the most critical moments of people’s lives. Eventually, she and Vernon made their way to Alaska, where she worked at the Alaska Native Hospital in Anchorage while he served in the medical corps at Elmendorf Air Force Base.Those years were filled with meaning and partnership, and a shared love of the outdoors. They spent their time fly fishing, exploring, and simply being together—moments that remain among the most cherished.After Vernon’s passing, Shirley moved to Mansfield, Missouri, where she and her daughter, Sarah, opened a beloved bookstore, A New Chapter—a place that continues to bring joy and connection to the community.Shirley was intelligent, thoughtful, and unapologetically strong-willed. She lived life on her own terms, steady in who she was and how she chose to move through the world.She will be deeply missed by her family and all who knew her, but her presence is not something that simply fades. It lives on in the lives she touched, the care she gave, and the quiet strength she carried. We take comfort in believing that the soul continues on and even returns—that this is not an end, but a transition. Because love, in all its forms, never truly leaves us.

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Hope WeberHope Elaine Weber went home to be with the Lord on March 21, 2026. During her last days and hours on this eart...
03/23/2026

Hope Weber

Hope Elaine Weber went home to be with the Lord on March 21, 2026. During her last days and hours on this earth, she was surrounded by her family who will miss her very much.

Hope was born in Louisville, Kentucky, on June 2, 1954. Her parents were Uldean “Mama Dean” Blanton & Odell Mathis. She was the third oldest of eight children, including Brenda (Bob), Gayle (Jim), Tommy (Therese), Diane (Don), Norma (Shane), Dena (Jim), and Tammy (Mike).

On November 17, 1969, Hope married the love of her life, Howard Weber. From this union, two sons were born: Paul (Joanie) Weber and Steven (Brandy) Weber. She had eight grandchildren: Justin (Mickhila) Weber, Jacob Weber, Aaron Weber, Austin (Lauren) Weber, Nathan (Keisha) Pool, Noah Pool, Logan (Becca) Weber, and Audrey Weber. She also had six great-grandchildren: Elijah Weber, Anna Weber, Axton Weber, Luna Weber, Carter Pool, and Kahler Weber.

Hope was preceded in death by her mother, Uldean, her father, Odell, her stepfather, Buddy Blanton, her husband, Howard, her sister, Brenda, her brother-in-law, Don, and her great-grandson, Kahler Howard Weber.

Throughout her life, Hope was hardworking and God-fearing, while always maintaining a spirit of generosity and compassion. She loved her family and wanted nothing more than to keep her family happy, healthy, and close by. She loved all her nieces and nephews and always lit up when they called or stopped by.

The family would like to give a special thanks to the hospice team on the 7th floor of Mercy Springfield. Their compassion and professionalism were amazing during this time. It takes special people to do what they do.

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Ethel SheppardEthel Roberta Sheppard was born January 27, 1935, in Deepwater, Missouri, to John Theodore and Geneva B. (...
03/23/2026

Ethel Sheppard

Ethel Roberta Sheppard was born January 27, 1935, in Deepwater, Missouri, to John Theodore and Geneva B. (Cummings) Mitchell. She passed away Friday, March 20, 2026, in Houston, Missouri, at the age of 91 years, 1 month and 21 days.

On September 29, 1952, Ethel married the love of her life, Earl Noble Sheppard. Earl would later complete his service in the United States Marine Corps, making Ethel a wife of a World War II veteran.

In her early years, Ethel gained an appreciation for and was great at crocheting. She also liked to read her books, preferring reading over watching television. Often, she could be found at flea markets and swap meets, always hunting for that great bargain! Later in life, Ethel found great joy in entertaining her family and friends. She loved spending time with her family at their Sunday family dinners.

Ethel gave her life to the Lord. She loved learning about the gospel and attended bible studies at the church next door to where she resided. Having fought the good fight, she stayed faithful and endured to the very end.

Preceding her in death are her parents, husband, daughters Paula, Tina and Kathy, brothers, John Henry and Charles Dean, and sisters, Nancy Bell, Dorothy Maxine, Evelyn Joyce and Elma Faye.

Ethel is survived by her sons, Ted Sheppard (Barbara) and Toby Sheppard (Kristen), both of Cabool, Missouri; daughter, Becky Scott (Wes) of Cabool, Missouri; 14 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; a host of nieces and nephews; other loving family and many friends.

The family wishes to extend a special thanks to the families of Derick Harrington, Norma Sellers, and the Countryside Church of the Nazarene.

A visitation will be held Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM at Craig-Hurtt Funeral Home in Mountain Grove. A Celebration of Life Service will follow at 10:00 AM with Pastors Ron and Colleen Mace officiating. Serving as pallbearers are Bo Sheppard, Jake Sheppard, Trenton Harker, Oliver Appleton, Zach Sheppard, Logan Sheppard, Heston Harris, Brady Harris and Brett Johnson. Interment will take place in the Broyles Cemetery near Hartville, Missouri, under the direction of Craig-Hurtt Funeral Home, Mountain Grove.

If desired, memorial contributions may be made in Ethel’s name to The Broyles Cemetery Fund.

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Frances DedmonFrances Ellen (Gray) Dedmon was born October 25, 1938, in the back room of her grandparent’s general store...
03/18/2026

Frances Dedmon

Frances Ellen (Gray) Dedmon was born October 25, 1938, in the back room of her grandparent’s general store on Bryant Creek, in Douglas County, Missouri. Her parents were Frank and Lola (King) Gray, and she had two younger sisters, Priscilla and Evelyn. She passed away at her home, surrounded by loved ones, on March 15, 2026.

She grew up in the Mansfield area and graduated from Mansfield High School, then attended business school in Springfield. It was in Mansfield that she met and married the boy she had climbed a tree to watch as he split wood, Jackie Dale Dedmon.

Frances accepted the Lord as a girl and when Jack answered the call into ministry she served along by his side at numerous churches he pastored throughout the years.

They were blessed with the birth of a son, Michael Dale and a daughter, Kathy Ellen.

Frances had a love of gardening and nature. She loved sitting on her porch and watching wildlife. Deer, turkey, and squirrel were some of the visitors passing through. She loved taking care of her yard and purchased a zero-turn mower which she handled like a pro. She loved "playing" in the dirt and growing flowers. She canned produce from her garden and liked trying new recipes. She made many quilts through the years for family especially grandchildren and was an excellent seamstress.

Frances was preceded in death by her husband, Jack; parents, Frank and Lola Gray; and a sister Evelyn Miller.

She is survived by son, Michael and wife, Nancy; daughter, Kathy Dotson; grandchildren and great grandchildren, Mattheson and Shellie, Joshua and Alfie, Jennifer and Justin, Amanda and John, Autumn and Zach, Austin and Katie, and Emily; sister, Priscilla Logan, brother-in-law, Paul Miller; sister-in-law, Kay Patterson, along with nieces, nephews, other family, and friends.

A sincere thank you to a special care giver, Rita; and to the neighbors who were faithful unofficial neighborhood watch for our momma, Mt. Zion for their ministry of music and the little neighbors, who blessed our momma's heart with their acts of love and kindness.

Frances had a quiet, but strong and steady faith, and we are celebrating that she has completed her earthly journey and is forever home. Throughout her journey Frances quietly sowed seeds of kindness and Christ's love. If you have not accepted the Lord, what better time than the present.

Memorial contributions can be made to St. Jude or Mission Dignity. Memorial contributions can be dropped off in person at Craig-Hurtt Funeral Home in Hartville or mailed to: P.O. Box 236, Hartville, MO 65667.

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Donna AtkinsonDonna Kay Atkinson, 83, of Hartville, Missouri, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her own home on M...
03/17/2026

Donna Atkinson

Donna Kay Atkinson, 83, of Hartville, Missouri, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her own home on March 15, 2026. Donna was born in Hartville, Missouri, to Donald Foley and Claudean Hereford.

Donna was united in marriage to the love of her life, Jack Atkinson, and together they shared 66 wonderful years of marriage. Their life together was blessed with five children: Rick, Gary, Mike, Mitzi, and Terri Lynn.

Donna graduated from Hartville High School, where she enjoyed being involved in school activities and proudly played the drums during her high school years. She later dedicated 39 years of service to the Marshfield School District as a school bus driver. During that time, she safely transported generations of students who remember her kindness and friendly smile.

Donna loved attending church, singing gospel songs, and sharing her faith with others. She especially cherished the time she spent teaching the children's Sunday School class, where she shared her love for the Lord with the youth and helped guide them in their faith.

She was well known for her famous chocolate chip cookies, her love of reading western novels and for having "the best laugh". Donna cherished time with her family and created a home filled with warmth, laughter, and love. Though she held many titles in life – wife, mother, and grandma – her most treasured title was being a child of God. Her faith guided her life and was evident in the love she shared with everyone around her.

Donna was preceded in death by her parents, Donald Foley and Claudean Hereford, and her son, Rick Atkinson.

She is survived by her loving husband of 66 years, Jack Atkinson, her children, Gary, Mike, Mitzi, and Terri Lynn, 13 grandchildren, many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren, along with extended family and friends who were blessed to know and love her.

Donna will be remembered for her strong faith, her loving heart, and the joy she brought to everyone who knew her.

Memorial contributions may be made to Bethel Cemetery in care of the funeral home.

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Tommy Erie GaddisTommy Erie Gaddis, 79, entered Heaven on March 15, 2026, at his daughter’s home in Muskogee, Oklahoma, ...
03/17/2026

Tommy Erie Gaddis

Tommy Erie Gaddis, 79, entered Heaven on March 15, 2026, at his daughter’s home in Muskogee, Oklahoma, surrounded by all of his children. He arrived in the presence of Jesus on Ricki’s birthday—a coincidence the family believes was a special gift from God. Tommy often shared that he had been away from Ricki for far too long.

Tommy was baptized in the spring of 1979 at Fox Creek by Pastor Keys on a cold day. His children, Misti and Shane, were baptized alongside him.

He was born on January 23, 1947, at home on the family farm in Mountain Grove, Missouri, to Erie and Winnie (Cantrell) Gaddis, who preceded him in death. Tommy attended Ellis, a one-room schoolhouse, before attending Mountain Grove High School. Following high school, he worked at Brown Shoe Company and Holsum Bread.

In 1982, Tommy began his career in public service as a patrolman for the Mountain Grove Police Department. He was elected Chief of Police in 1989 and faithfully served in that role until 2004. He then continued his service as Eastern District Commissioner of Wright County until 2012. He often said it was a great privilege to serve the citizens of Mountain Grove and Wright County for thirty years. He was especially proud that his sons and grandsons, Cory and Tristan, followed in the law enforcement profession.

On January 14, 1968, Tommy married the love of his life, Ricki Hopper. To this union, four children were born. In addition to his parents, Tommy was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Ricki Gaddis; sisters, Fern Johnson and Faye (Gene) Stottlemyre; brothers, Dale (Anne) and Donnie Gaddis; granddaughter, Schellby Loge; and great-granddaughter, Andi Loge Beauvais.

Tommy is survived by his four cherished children: daughter, Misti and Ovie Loge of Muskogee, Oklahoma, son, Shane and Kathy Gaddis of Kansas City, Missouri, son, Aaron and Melanie Gaddis of O’Fallon, Missouri, and daughter, Megan and Jack Noirfalise of Cabool, Missouri. He was blessed with 20 grandchildren whom “Pa Tommy” deeply loved: Cory, Tristan, and Talon (Haylee) Watson, Jonathan (Ashley) Cook, Andrew, Joel, Dylan, and Mackenzie Loge, Connor Gaddis, Aiden, Luke, and Chase Johnson, Matty Roth, Chaseton, Carson, and Parker Gaddis, Hunter Sparks, and Trenton Noirfalise, Maecy (Bryndynn) Montgomery, and Brody Noirfalise. He is also survived by his great-grandchildren: Embri Watson, Amelia Loge, Levi Beauvais, Addison Gaddis, and Axle Eaton.

Additional survivors include his sisters-in-law, Dee Gaddis of Troy, Missouri, Cheryl Womack of Peoria, Arizona, Michele Lietch of Marshfield, Missouri, and Donna Hopper of Republic, Missouri; and brother-in-law, James (Sharon) Hopper of Greenwood, Arkansas. Tommy also leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews whom he loved as his own, along with many dear friends.

Tommy had a deep love for his family, his community, and his favorite teams, the St. Louis Cardinals and the Kansas City Chiefs. He was a familiar face at his grandchildren’s sporting events and school activities and treasured traveling with Ricki and his family.

Tommy also served on numerous boards that benefited his community, including:

Law Enforcement Traffic Safety Advisory Council

Southwest Missouri Drug Task Force

Wright County Child Death Review

Mountain Grove Alumni Memorial Park

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be made to “Shop With A Hero,” a nonprofit organization Tommy founded to support children in need.

The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the compassionate medical professionals who cared for Tommy, including Dr. Wes Triplett, Dr. Ibrahim Abdalla, and Dr. Kishore Vipperla; the therapists and nurses at Complete Home Health; and the staff at Complete Hospice. Special thanks are given to his loving caregiver, Shelby Loughmiller.

The family also expresses their gratitude to Craig-Hurtt Funeral Home in Mountain Grove, Cornerstone Funeral Home in Muskogee, Chief Danny Bledsoe, and the Mountain Grove Police Department for their beautifully coordinated efforts in bringing Tommy home.

Tommy’s legacy of service, love, and dedication to family and community will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

Memorial contributions may be made to "Shop With A Hero" in care of the funeral home.

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Beverly Jean (Webb) CurbowBeverly Jean (Webb) Curbow, 91, of Seymour, Missouri, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2026...
03/13/2026

Beverly Jean (Webb) Curbow

Beverly Jean (Webb) Curbow, 91, of Seymour, Missouri, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2026. She was born March 1, 1935, in North Long Beach, California, to Virgil Keith Webb and Pauline Lois Webb (Holland).

She was preceded in death by her parents, Virgil Keith Webb and Pauline Lois Webb (Holland); the love of her life, Ralph Carter; and her son-in-law, Rick Monteleone.

Beverly is lovingly remembered by her children: Sandi Terrill, Teri Bennett, Shelly and Steve Bright, and Tammy Monteleone. She is also survived by her cherished grandchildren: Brandi Cantrell (Junior), Brooke Sell (JR), Brittany Akers (Daniel), Bailey Owens (Eric), Ashley Sparks (Nicki), Garrett Bright, Lacy Monteleone, Tristan Shaner (Matt), and Lane Monteleone (Sierra), along with many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren who brought her great joy.

Throughout her life, Beverly worked in many careers, but she was most passionate about being a bookkeeper. She took pride in her work and the relationships she built along the way.

Beverly loved the Lord deeply and found great comfort in her faith. She especially enjoyed listening as her daughters and grandchildren read the Bible to her. She treasured time spent fishing at the lake with Ralph and her two beloved puppies, Pete and Barkley. Shopping wasn’t just a hobby for Beverly—it was a passion—and she always had something special to wear. She also loved baking beautiful angel food cakes and tending to the flowers in her garden.

Beverly was well known for her beautiful, bright red hair, something friends and family admired and talked about throughout her life. She will be remembered for her laugh, her love of Lay’s potato chips and Three Musketeers candy bars, but most of all for the family she created and loved so very much.

She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew her.

John 14:2–3 “In my Father’s house are many rooms… I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you to Myself; that where I am, there you may be also.” ”

A private memorial service will be held by the family at a later date.

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Elizabeth A. HaneyElizabeth Annetta Haney, age 92 of Seymour, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2026, in Glenwo...
03/12/2026

Elizabeth A. Haney

Elizabeth Annetta Haney, age 92 of Seymour, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2026, in Glenwood Rehabilitation and Health Center, Seymour, with family present.

Elizabeth was born on September 24, 1933, in Independence, Missouri, the daughter of Clarence and Wilma (Lewright) Kemmerer. She graduated from Northeast High School in Kansas City, Missouri, in 1951. She married Charles Haney, her loving husband of 60 years, on May 22, 1953.

Elizabeth was proud of her start in the business world while working for Rothchild’s Clothing Store in downtown Kansas City, Missouri. She began working there as a cashier during the summer when she was 15 and continued working weekends and some nights during the school year. When she was a senior, she began working as a bookkeeper for Rothchild’s while enrolled in the COE program, which allowed her to attend school for one hour a day and work for the remainder of the day. She liked to tell family members that she was the only one working in the store that was trained on some of the “modern” office equipment that was used.

Charles and Elizabeth moved to their farm near the old P*e Wee store, east of Seymour, in 1962. Charles originally operated a dairy, but later raised beef cattle. Elizabeth was a proud homemaker, but she also worked as a bookkeeper for the farm and for Charles’ businesses when he installed chain link fence as a contractor for Sears for many years, White Top Gas Company, and Haney Implement Company, a farm implement business they owned for about 20 years.

She was an active member of First Baptist Church of Seymour. She participated in WMU and worked in the kitchen as a member of the Bereavement Committee for many years. She also did volunteer work for New Tribes Mission and supported Choices Pregnancy Center in Marshfield, Missouri. She was singing in the choir at age 16 when she felt the need to go forward at the end of the service to accept Jesus as Christ and Savior and was later baptized. This past summer she felt the need to be assured of her salvation and went forward at a Wednesday night service at First Baptist to publicly proclaim Jesus as her Savior. You are never too old to be saved!

Elizabeth was proud of her family and was devoted to their care. She was at her happiest planning and preparing meals at her home for family gatherings during holidays and special occasions. She rejoiced at the need for additional table space to accommodate the growing number of grandchildren and great-grandchildren through the years.

She enjoyed traveling with Charles on the many trips he won as a top Massey-Ferguson dealer. They were able to go to Hawaii, California, Florida, and on a Caribbean cruise, among the locales. After retirement, they loved to travel in their 5th wheel camper, especially in Colorado, and staying at Treasure Lake in Branson. Much to the surprise of their sons, she also convinced Charles to take up square-dancing for a time, where they enjoyed the fellowship of other couples.

Preceding her in death were her parents; her husband, Charles; her son, Gary; her son, Dan; and her sister, Marion Bauer.

Survivors include her son, Ken (Debby) of Marshfield, Missouri; daughters-in-law Tammy (Gary, dc’d) of Seymour, Missouri, and Cindy (Dan, dc’d) of Booneville, Arkansas; grandchildren, Jeff, Jason, Matthew, Joshua, Elizabeth, and Andrew Haney; and great-grandchildren, Brayden, Layla, Landon, Jailyn, Hudson, Haidyn, Weston, Finton, Chamberlain, Adelyn, and Leona Haney, Jonah, Clara Grace, and David Justice.

Memorial contributions may be made to Choices Pregnancy Center, 1350 Spur Drive Ste. 160, Marshfield, MO 65706.

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