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Herman H. Lohmeyer Funeral Home, 500 E Walnut Street, Springfield, MO (2026)

04/24/2026

Thomas Lemuel Morton

Thomas Lemuel (“Tom” or “Sonny”) Morton, age 78, of Springfield, passed away on April 22, 2026, fittingly on Earth Day—reflecting his deep love of the natural world. Tom was the devoted husband of Susan “Suzy” Morton, with whom he shared 58 wonderful years of marriage. He was preceded in death by his son, Aaron.

He is lovingly remembered by his wife Suzy; his daughter-in-law Kim; his children Jennifer (Jonathon), Dale (Katie), Jessica, and Kasee (Dustin), and his eight grandchildren: Kylee, Maddie, Raegan, Clayton, Alex, Blake, Harlow, and Charlotte.

Tom dedicated his professional life to helping others as a housing counselor with the Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation. Following his retirement, he continued his service to the community by volunteering with Catholic Charities.

A man of wide-ranging curiosity, Tom was exceptionally well read across many genres and had a deep appreciation for learning. He was an ardent naturalist who found joy in bird watching, caving, and hiking, and he relished traveling both across the United States and abroad. A devoted sports fan, he especially enjoyed following the St. Louis Cardinals, Kansas City Chiefs, and Chicago Bulls, most recently developing a fondness for hockey. His love of music spanned classical, opera, jazz, and classic rock. Tom also had a keen interest in trains, art, and countless other pursuits that reflected his inquisitive spirit.

A visitation will be held at St. Agnes Cathedral on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. The funeral will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at St. Agnes Cathedral, followed by a graveside service at Resurrection Cemetery.

Tom will be remembered for his intellect, kindness, and the deep love he held for his family and the world around him.

Donations can be made in honor of Tom to the following:

Cornell Lab of Ornithology: www.give.birds.cornell.edu

Catholic Charities - Life House: www.ccsomo.org

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04/23/2026

Jason Edward Singleton

Jason E. Singleton was born in Branson, Missouri on May 2, 1972. He was adopted by Ann & Blaine Singleton on May 5, 1972. He grew up in West Plains, Missouri and lived on the family farm until 1998 when he married Regina Murphy. To this union 3 children were born. Two daughters, Paige and Brooklyn, and one son Jaxon.

Jason obtained his associates degree in teaching but worked in construction for several years off and on.

He loved a good dad joke and was always telling them to people or texting them to a family member. He loved to make everyone laugh. A couple of his favorites were:

►Why aren’t Koala’s bears? Because they don’t meet the KOALAfications.

►Did you hear the joke about the Butter? I better not tell you, it might spread.

We celebrate a life that was taken from us too soon but won’t too soon be forgotten.

He is survived by his 3 children, his wife and several cousins, aunts and uncles. He is preceded in death by his mother Ann Singleton, his father Blaine Singleton, his Paternal Grandmother Blanche Singleton, and his Paternal Grandfather Grover Singleton.

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04/20/2026

Candace Renee Pearson

Candace “Candy” Pearson, 57, of Springfield, Missouri, passed away suddenly on April 11th.

Candy worked as a caregiver, a role that reflected her passion for being a provider for others. She accepted people as they were, often extending understanding and care in ways that were her own. When it mattered most, she showed up through her actions, and those who truly knew her understood how deeply she cared and how willing she was to stand by the people who meant the most to her.

She lived a simple life and found happiness in it. Candy held strong personal beliefs about family, friendships, and faith, which shaped her perspective and the way she moved through life. While her path wasn’t always easy, she stayed true to what she believed was important in her own way.

Candy is survived by her son, Drew Pearson; her future daughter-in-law, Emily Simpson; her granddaughter, Adelynn Pearson; her mother-in-law, Maxine Pearson; her sister-in-law, Tara Mooneyham; her niece, Tia Mooneyham (Steeves); her nephew, Ty Mooneyham; her special friend, Dewey Mayfield; several aunts, uncles, and extended family; as well as countless friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Anthony “Tony” Pearson; and her mother and father, Paula and Dale Konopasek.

A graveside service is planned for Wednesday, April 22nd at 11:00 AM at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens, 3506 North National, Springfield, MO 65803.

She will be remembered for her compassion, her individuality, and the care she gave to others in both her work and her life.

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04/20/2026

Deborah Ann Newman

Deborah A (Tindle) Newman, 67, Springfield, passed away on Monday, April 6, 2026 at home.

She was born January 4,1959 in Orange County California to Ray Tindle and Violet (Riggs) Jacobs. She grew up in Springfield, Mo.

She married Jim Craig, January 31, 1977. They had 3 children together. Later she married Duane Harville, they were together many years, then her and Troy Newman married.

She enjoyed crocheting pot holders, doing word searches, but most of all spending time with family and grandkids.

She was the most loving person who would help anyone she could.

She was preceded in death by her parents, sister Sarah Vanzant and her two brothers Richy Jacobs and Jimmy Tindle.

She survived by her siblings, Connie Cox, Chuck Tindle, Tammy Tharp, Shawana Green, and her children ; Jammie (Jeff) Kazor, James Craig, Leann ( Adam) Newman, 13 grandchildren, and 7 great grandchildren.

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04/17/2026

Ruth Nadine Rupert

Ruth Nadine Rupert, of Bessemer, AL, passed on April 13, 2026, at the age of 96. She was born to the late Frank and Lucille Truesdell on February 24, 1930. Ruth was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother to her family. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Ruth is preceded in death by her husband of 72 years, Elston I. Rupert, Sr.; daughter, Henrietta "Ruthie" Shelburn; and brothers, Calvin, Adrian, and Francis Truesdell. She is survived by her sons, Elston I. Rupert, Jr., Ralph V. Rupert and Anthony J. Rupert (Debbie); daughters, Cecilia R. Goodwin (Howard), Mary J. Harris (Jay), Rene Rupert and Gwendolyn J. Barrett (Kevin); 14 grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends.

Visitation will be held from 11:00-11:30am Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at Herman H. Lohmeyer Funeral Home, 500 E. Walnut Street in Springfield, Missouri with Funeral Services beginning at 11:30am in the Lohmeyer Funeral Chapel with Father Tom Kiefer officiating. Burial will follow at 1:00pm in Missouri Veterans Cemetery, 5201 S. Southwood Road in Springfield, Missouri where her husband Elston Rupert was buried in April of 2020.

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04/16/2026

John Phillip Barclay

John Phillip Barclay "JP", 50 years old, of Springfield, Missouri passed away on Monday, April 13, 2026.

There will never be another JP. He was adventurous. He loved nature, being at the river, hunting for cool rocks and arrowheads. He always had a fun story to tell. JP was loved by many, and he loved all his family and friends. But most of all, he loved his kids. He left us all with many good memories. He will be loved for the rest of our days.

He is survived by his son, Preston Barclay; his daughter, Fallon Barclay; his father, John Barclay (Barbara); his three brothers, Steve Edwards (Beth), Dave Barclay, and Tony Edwards; his nieces and nephews, along with all of his extended family, the Peek family, the Pitts family, and the many friends he had.

A Memorial Service will be held at 3:00 pm on Monday, April 27, 2026, at Herman H. Lohmeyer Funeral Home: 500 E. Walnut Street, Springfield, Missouri 65806.

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04/16/2026

Carolyn Lee English

Carolyn Lee English, 85, Springfield, died on April 8, 2026, in Cox Hospital Hospice after a sudden illness.

She was born on January 7, 1941, in Craig, Missouri at home and delivered by her own grandfather, a long-time general practitioner in northwest Missouri. After graduating from Craig High School, Carolyn attended college in Maryville, Missouri and later at SMSU (now MSU) in Springfield, Missouri where she graduated with a BS in Elementary Education and met her husband Patrick Joey English who was a fellow student and football player. Carolyn loved learning and earned her Master's degree and Specialist degrees in Education. She taught for many years in Missouri at Niangua, Cuba, Elsberry, and Kansas City Public Schools. Carolyn's hobbies included bridge and travel.

Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents, Loren Guy and Marjory (Paul) Wickiser, and husband, Patrick Joey English. She is survived by her children, Sydney Joan English and Michael Patrick English and grandchild, Katherine Rose English.

If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the American Red Cross or Ozark Public Television, or any organization benefitting needy families especially women and children or Veterans or dogs or promoting reading and literacy. During Carolyn's lifetime, she supported all of the above.

Private interment services were held at Missouri Veterans Cemetery Springfield, Missouri.

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04/15/2026

Michael Russell Schwoch

Michael R. Schwoch, 68, passed away late in March in Springfield, Missouri.

He was born in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin to Russell and Caroline Schwoch. He spent a good portion of his career working for IBM in New York's Hudson Valley, worked in IT at American National Property and Casualty in Springfield, Missouri, and later in IT consulting in Boulder, Colorado.

His hobbies included biking, model and diecast car collecting, and antique clock repair and restoration.

Mke was preceded in death by his parents and his brother-in-law, Wesley Speake. He is survived by his sisters, Jean Speake and Susan Schwoch, his nephew Anthony Farris (Sara), his niece Jessica Wagner (Tyson), and his great nephew Cole Wagner.

Services will be held in Wisconsin at a later date.

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04/15/2026

David Earl Gilchrest

David Earl Gilchrest, age 69, of Springfield, MO, was called home to our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on April 10th, 2026 at Mercy Hospital in Springfield.

He was born on December 17th, 1956 in Granville, NY to William Cecil Gilchrest and MaryLou (Burch). David was raised in Hoosick Falls, NY and graduated from Hoosick Falls Central School in 1975. After high school he moved to Wyoming, attending the University of Wyoming, succeeded by working for the National Forest Service, then to Parachute and Rifle, Co. employed as a heavy equipment operator, and safety officer with Unocal & PCL Construction. David served the community of Rifle at this point in his work history as a First Responder, Fire Chief, and Police Officer.

David and his beloved wife Mary Rotzin-Gilchrest, were married on November 4th, 2000 after a ten year courtship and were relocated to several states for employment transfers during their many years and countless adventures together. He enjoyed gardening with Mary, woodworking, learning to play the guitar, photography, and was a terrific storyteller. His sense of humor and gift of encouraging and teaching others, serving community and love of family have blessed so many and will be truly missed by all that knew him.

He will be remembered for his infectious laugh and always putting others before himself. He loved everyone around him unconditionally and that spilled over into the rest of us. We are all blessed for every last minute that we spent in his presence. To show the love that David did throughout his life is something we should all strive for, though its lofty goal, he made it look so easy...

David (Pops) had many gifts, but his greatest are the ones that would allow him to touch your life in a way that changed you deep within. His laugh made even the most difficult moments better, his hugs could heal the brokenness a person was facing, and his eyes would speak love and understanding in moments where words failed.

He was proceeded in death by his parents, and siblings, William Frank Gilchrest, and Karen Sue Gilchrest and his beloved stepsons, Tommy and Darren Rotzin.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Mary, his son, William Robert Gilchrest & wife Teresa, his sister, Linda Mann, & many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

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04/14/2026

Robert Fortney

Robert Fortney, age 82, of Springfield, Missouri passed away on March 25, 2026.

A Graveside Service consisting of Full Military Honors will be held for Robert at 10:00am on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at the Missouri Veterans Cemetery, 5201 S. Southwood Road in Springfield, Missouri 65804.

At this time, we have not been able to locate any family.

Our funeral home is trying to find any family members that are related to the decedent. The deceased has passed away with no information as to the where-abouts of any family members or loved ones at this time. It has been requested that our funeral home try and locate any family members that may still be living that would be willing to step forwards and take responsibility for the deceased.

Our funeral home has been given authorization per the Greene County Medical Examiner’s Office, to try and locate anyone related to the deceased. Upon locating any relative of the decedent, we reserve the right to remove this notice from our website.

We are looking for living relatives of the deceased in the following order:

SpouseChildrenParents (mother or father)Siblings (brothers or sisters)If you are a friend of the decedent and would happen to know how to get in touch with any family members, please have them call our funeral home and speak to one of our Funeral Directors at 417-862-4433. We need names and we need phone numbers. Calling the funeral home and providing us with vague information does not help our funeral home staff try to locate family members. Please call between 8am and 5pm Monday through Friday as we are limited to information after hours and on weekends.

Anyone calling our funeral home will not be given any information regarding the cause and manner of death. We will not give out phone numbers of relatives that may come forward. Any personal items that were with the deceased at the time of their death will not be turned over to you without proper consent.

If no family steps forward, he will be cremated, and the Greene County Medical Examiner’s Office will make disposition as they deem appropriate.

Thank you in advance for your consideration.

Management & Staff at Herman H. Lohmeyer Funeral Home, 500 E. Walnut Street, Springfield, Missouri 65806.

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04/13/2026

Larry James Foss I

Larry Foss 1st, a retired Vietnam Veteran 1968-1970, a cop for the Florissant Police Department 1972-1977, and a retired Fireman and Paramedic from the Florissant Valley Fire Department 1977-1994 passed away in Springfield, MO. April 11th, 2026 at Cox South, Springfield, MO.

Larry is proceeded in death by his parents Roy and Myrtle Foss, his beloved wife of 50 years Judy Foss, and his sister Janet Alexander. He is survived by his Kids Tonia, Heidi, and Larry Foss 2nd. His grandkids Julina Foss, Aaron Ellis, Christian Foss-Boyd (Ellie), and Jessica Shields. His Great grand kids Addyson Caldwell and Raine Shields. His siblings John Foss (Mary) and Roy Foss (Lettie).

Larry Was born in Carthage, Missouri on October 19th, 1948. He attended college at Missouri Southern State University. Working 3 jobs to provide for his family was a huge part in his life. One of our most favorite things he use to always say was "call me anything, just don't call me late for supper".

Larry enjoyed spending time listening to music, playing Yahtzee, spending time with family, sitting out side enjoying the fresh air and the wild life, playing poker with his poker buddies, and going on car rides. Larry's smile could light up a room. He will be deeply missed by all that knew and loved him. His humor and jokes will live on threw anyone that new him. Its not always good bye its a when I see you in heaven.

Services for Larry will be held on Monday, April 20th, 2026 at Herman H. Lohmeyer Funeral Home: 500 E. Walnut Street, Springfield, starting with a Visitation at 10:00 am, followed by the Funeral Service at 11:00 am. After the Funeral Service, we will then make our way to the Missouri Veterans Cemetery: 5201 S Southwood Rd, Springfield, MO 65804, for the Interment at 1:00 pm where Full Military Honors will be rendered.

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04/13/2026

Frederick David Rosenkrans

Rev. Frederick David Rosenkrans, age 81, of Springfield Missouri, passed away at 6:30pm on Thursday, April 9th, 2026 at home with his family. He was born on September 26, 1944, in O’Neill, NE to Roger and Marjorie Lindberg Rosenkrans. He was raised on a farm near Dorsey, NE. He attended one-room country schools Kindergarten-8th grade, and graduated from O’Neill High School in 1962. He enrolled at Evangel College in the Fall of 1963, and was diagnosed with diabetes during his first semester, after which he returned home. In January 1965, he returned to Springfield to attend Central Bible Institute and Seminary, graduating in May of 1968. He was ordained in Grand Island Nebraska in 1971.

He married Sandra Banks on August 1st, 1969 in Vineland, NJ. They welcomed 3 children to this union.

He served as Associate Pastor in Beatrice, NE with his uncle, Rev. Ernest Rosenkrans for one year. He accepted the pastorate in Lyons, NE in June 1969. In December of 1971, he became the pastor in Pender, NE. In 1976, they moved to Eldora, Iowa to First Assembly of God Church, where he pastored for 32 years. During their years at Eldora, they fostered 11 children, and adopted two, Shannon and Shawn, in 1984.

He was always a bi-vocational pastor to help support his ministry. He opened a printing business where he did printing jobs for area churches for their special events. He worked for the Soil Conservation Service where he planted trees and was a surveyor. He was founder of Rosenkrans Book and Bible which he operated for 27 years, providing discounted books and Bibles to many missionaries, pastors and general public.

He was a member of Battlefield Assembly of God, where he served as Adult Sunday School teacher and was a member of the Elder Board. His interests included Nebraska Football, gardening, remodeling houses, doing book sales at District events, churches and A/G colleges, garage sales, and playing a multitude of board and card games with family and friends. He was Garden Leader at the Weller Community Garden and was involved in the Weller Food Distribution for many years until his health failed.

He was preceded in death by his parents, siblings: Lynn Rosenkrans, Dolores (Don) Smeeton, Jerry Rosenkrans, and son Shawn Rosenkrans. He’s survived by his wife of 56 years, sister Marion Green, sister-in-law Norma Pickering, children: Yvonne Galloway, Jesse Galloway, David Rosenkrans, Shannon (Earl) Capps, and Mark Rosenkrans, grandchildren: Joseph Rios, Jr., Coral (Jamie) Warren, Ariana Rios, Tyler (Viviana) Wheeler, Cooper Galloway, Lylah Galloway, and numerous family and friends.

Visitation will be at Lohmeyer Funeral Home on Thursday, April 16th, 6-8pm, and at 10am Friday prior to the funeral at 11:00am at Central Assembly of God with Rev. Richard Orrell officiating under the care of Herman H. Lohmeyer Funeral Home, 500 East Walnut Street, Springfield, MO. Graveside services will be at a later date at the Dorsey Cemetery in Dorsey, NE.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Gideons International, Teen Challenge or Weller Community Garden.

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