Simpson Funeral Home

04/05/2026

Easter weekend is a time to share with those you love. May you enjoy laughter, love, and a few sweet treats.

04/03/2026

Neosho, MO - Joy Henson, 80, passed away Thursday April 2, 2026. No services are planned at this time. Cremation is under the personal care and direction of Simpson Funeral Home of Webb City.

04/03/2026

Easter is a beautiful time and a celebration of hope and new life. If you're grieving the death of a loved one, taking time to reflect at your loved one's grave is a good way to incorporate them into your Easter celebration. Read this article to learn 4 reasons why you should visit your loved one's grave this Easter!

Visiting a loved one's grave at Easter can help you when you're grieving. Here are 4 ways you can benefit from a visit to the cemetery!

04/01/2026

The universe has lost another great one. On March 30, 2026, Willard "Bill" Wooldridge, a man who could outwit a fox, outlast an energizer bunny, and outfish any seasoned angler, laid his mailbag down for the last time. Born on June 27, 1944, in Lockwood, MO, Willard delivered more than just mail during his career in the Postal Service.

04/01/2026

Carol Jane Russell, born on October 19, 1950, in Webb City, passed away on March 30, 2026, in Joplin.

Maya Angelou once said, “In order to be a mentor, and an effective one, one must care. You must care…

03/31/2026

Ruby Ruth Hininger Buck, 92 of Webb City, Missouri passed away March 28, 2026, in Lockwood, Missouri. She was born on October 15, 1933, in Iantha, Missouri. Ruth, as she was known to most of her friends and family, was born to John Arthur Laverne Hininger and Rube Elisabeth Lisher. Ruth's mother pas...

03/30/2026

Kathleen Gail Hance, a beacon of reliable love and endless compassion, gracefully departed from this world on March 29, 2026. Born Kathleen Sullivan on March 5, 1940, she was a woman of extraordinary loyalty, a trait that radiated through her every action and relationship. Her life was a testament t...

03/30/2026

03/29/2026

It is with a blend of sorrow and joy that we bid farewell to Michael Wayne Frey, known to many as Mike or Big Mike. The sorrow comes from the void his absence leaves in our lives, but the joy stems from the legacy of laughter and love he leaves behind. Michael was born in Carthage, Missouri, on Janu...

03/28/2026

Jeffery Steven Laur, age 78, of Harrison, Arkansas, passed away in Fayetteville, Arkansas, on Monday, March 23, 2026, after a courageous battle with glioblastoma.

Jeff was born on April 22, 1947, to Clifford and Etta Laur.

He graduated from Lawton High School in 1965, where he proudl...

03/27/2026

Applying for Social Security benefits after the death of a loved one can feel both overwhelming and confusing. This easy guide shares helpful information on eligibility, what documents you need to gather, and where you can find answers to your questions!

After the death of a loved one, especially a spouse, you may be eligible to receive certain Social Security benefits. Click to learn more!

03/25/2026

When you select cremation, there are a lot more options than you might think!

That’s why we are here to answer your questions about urns, memorialization, the cremation process, and much more. With the information you gain, you can confidently make the best decisions for you and your family.

To learn more, send us a text at 417-673-2411!