Clark Funeral Homes

03/13/2026

This week we’re proud to shine the spotlight on Sharon Akehurst Woodruff, a valued member of the Clark Funeral Homes family.

Sharon grew up in Granby and graduated from East Newton High School, Class of 1971. She is also a lifetime member of First Church of God in Granby, where her roots in the community run deep.

Sharon has spent more than 30 years in accounting with Clark Funeral Homes, bringing dedication, precision, and a caring spirit to her work every day. Long before joining the team, Sharon was already connected to Clark Funeral Homes through her floral shop in Granby, where she often delivered flowers for services.

Outside of work, Sharon enjoys traveling the world, crafting, and floral design. She is also the proud mother of two daughters.

We’re grateful for Sharon’s many years of commitment and the kindness she brings to both our team and the families we serve. ❤️

03/12/2026

Clark Funeral Home extends our condolences to the family of Jeremy Rugg.

Obituary lovingly provided by the family of Jeremy Andrew Bailey Rugg...... Jeremy Andrew Bailey Rugg, age 52, of Neosho, Missouri, passed away on March 5, 2026. Born on November 3, 1973, in Everett, Washington, Jeremy lived a life defined by honesty, love, and a genuine kindness that touched all wh...

03/11/2026

Neosho native and avid St. Louis Cardinals fan, Harold O'Neil Lewis, passes away at the age of 73.

Harold ONeil Lewis Sr. passed away at his home surrounded by loved ones on March 10, 2026, at the age of 73. Harold was born on August 11, 1952, in Neosho, Missouri to Clayton ONeil and Ernestine Hall Lewis. At a young age, his father passed away. His mother married

03/11/2026

We extend our sincere condolences to the family of Lori Leanne Dodson.

Lori Leanne Dodson passed away at her home on March 9, 2026, following a lengthy illness. Lori was born on October 4, 1961, in Neosho, Missouri. She was a member of the 1979 graduating class at East Newton High School. She also attended Crowder College of Neosho, Missouri. On September

03/10/2026

We extend our deepest condolences to the family of Samuel McMillian.

Obituary lovingly provided by the family of Samuel McMillian.... Samuel Wayne McMillian was welcomed into the loving arms of our Lord and Savior on March 6, 2026 at the age of 73 following a tragic accident. Sam was born the fourth of five children in Tampa, FL to Francis McMillian

03/10/2026

We extend our deepest condolences to the family of Kenneth Hames.

Obituary provided by the family of Kenneth Hames... Kenneth Ray Hames was born February 7, 1937, to Otis and Wanda Hames in Goodman, Missouri. He died March 7, 2026, at his home in Neosho, Missouri, at the age of 89. He married Judy Bach in Goodman, Missouri, on August 16,

03/10/2026

Outdoorsman, Tyler Chad Burbridge passes away at the age of 25.

Obituary lovingly provided by family. Tyler Chad Burbridge aka Bub passed away March 6, 2026. Tyler was born April 18th, 2000 in Forest City, Arkansas. He graduated with the class of 2019 in Fremont, Nebraska. Tyler was a forklift operator at SMC and PlayPower. Tyler enjoyed hunting and fishing and

03/09/2026

Clark Funeral Home offers its deepest sympathy to the family of Helen Louise Elder.

Obituary lovingly provided by family. Helen Louise McCumber Elder, 79, passed away peacefully on March 8, 2026 at her home in Neosho, Missouri after a long fight with Alzheimers disease. Helen was born on February 1, 1947 in Granby, Missouri to Lonnie and Helen McCumber. She graduated from Granby Hi...

03/09/2026

Lifelong Neosho resident, Texas 'Tom' Russell, passes away at 61. We extend our deepest condolences to the family during this time.

Texas Tom Russell was born on July 6, 1964, in Joplin, Missouri, one of nine children to Charley E. and Eva B. Bennett Russell. He entered into rest on March 5, 2026, at KU Medical Center, following a lengthy illness, at the age of 61. Tom was a lifelong area

03/06/2026

Then & Now. 🕰️

Many decades ago, this house stood quietly under snow-covered branches, watching generations come and go.

Today, it still stands — carefully preserved — continuing to serve families in our community.

History doesn’t disappear.
It becomes part of the place we call home.

📍 A small piece of Neosho’s story, still standing strong.

03/05/2026

We are saddened to announce the passing of lifelong Neosho resident, Barbra Ellen Ellis.

Barbra E. Ellis was born on October 9, 1948, in Neosho, Missouri, one of five children to William and Florence Goldsmith Gosvener. She entered into rest on March 3, 2026, in Neosho, at the age of 77. Barbra was a lifelong area resident and attended Neosho High School and Crowder

03/04/2026

We extend our deepest condolences to the dear family of Kelly Hemperley.

Kelly Eugene Hemperley, 75, passed away on February 28, 2026, at Cox South Hospital in Springfield, Missouri. Kelly was born on January 12, 1951, in Pryor, Oklahoma, to Charles Hemperley and Ruby Gay. He was raised in Big Cabin, Oklahoma, and graduated from Adair High School. He continued his educat...