Obituaries in Springfield Missouri
Lawrence McClernon
January 25, 2026
Lawrence (Larry) McClernon passed from this life into the hands of our Lord on January 25th, 2026. He is preceded in death by his parents, Bernard and Mary Katherine McClernon, and brother, Michael and his wife MaryAnn McClernon, brother-in-law David K. Pope, and niece Valerie Lynn Haigh.
Larry was born the third son of four boys and five girls, May 17th,...
Teresa Joan Brock
January 25, 2026
Teresa Brock, a beloved homemaker and Springfield native, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, January 25th, 2026 at the age of 63. She died peacefully in her sleep in her home.
Teresa is preceded in death by Robert, Loren, Helen, and Joe Stillings. She was married to Warren Robert Brock for 43 years. She is survived by her husband Warren, her oldest...
Fonda Lynne Crawford
January 24, 2026
Mom’s Glorious Passing to Heaven
January 24, 2026
Fonda Lynne Crawford (Kinser) of Springfield, age 77, stepped peacefully into the glory of heaven on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at Mercy Hospital. Born on July 25, 1948, to Everett Leon and Sammie Lee Kinser (Williams). Fonda grew into a woman whose life was marked by kindness, faith, and a genuine love for others.
A...
Dr. David Walter Dale
January 23, 2026
Dr. David Walter Dale passed away in his sleep on January 23, 2026, at his home in Springfield, Missouri. David attended the Newtown school system before graduating from Unionville High School. He went on to graduate from Wentworth Military Academy and Junior College in Lexington, Missouri, the University of Missouri in Columbia, and the Kansas City School of Medicine and...
Kenna Jeanne Stone
January 23, 2026
It is with profound sadness, we announce that Kenna Jeanne Stone, 81, of Springfield, MO passed away peacefully at home on January 23, 2026.
Born February 14, 1944, in Herington, Kansas, she was the daughter of late Robert Eugene Brown and Margery Louise Brown.
Kenna is survived by her beloved husband of 60 years, Frank Vernon Stone; daughter, Deborah Hightower and husband...
Ralph Fred Burrell Jr.
January 22, 2026
Ralph F. Burrell, Jr.
September 28, 1963 – January 22, 2026
Ralph F. Burrell, Jr., was born on September 28, 1963, in Plainfield, New Jersey, to Ralph F. Burrell, Sr. and Blanch Marie Clark. He went home to be with the Lord on January 22, 2026, at Cox Hospital in Springfield, Missouri, following a long and courageous recovery journey after a stroke...
Darlene Halvorson Palm
January 22, 2026
Darlene Halvorson was born in Northwood, North Dakota, on April 23rd, 1939. She was preceded in death by her beloved parents Henry and Corella Halvorson, her kind and generous brother Ardell Halvorson, and faithful and loving husband Francis Allen Palm. She is survived by her three children, Dr. Melody Darlene Palm of Springfield, Missouri, and Valerie Ames Damron and Vance...
Frank Timothy Bruce
January 19, 2026
Frank Timothy “Tim” Bruce, age 64, passed away peacefully at home on January 19, 2026.
Tim was born on March 30, 1961, in Columbus, Kansas, to Lloyd and Susan Bruce. He graduated from Glendale High School in Springfield, Missouri, in 1979. Following graduation, he proudly served eight years in the Army National Guard.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Lloyd...
Bobby Lewis Henry
January 18, 2026
Bobby Lewis Henry, age 89, entered into the arms of his Lord & Savior Jesus Christ on January 18, 2026.
Babbo, as he was fondly know by, was preceded in death by his brothers, Buddy and Harold; his sisters, Sissy, Betty and JoAnn; and his daughter, Lois.
He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Shirley; his son, Lynn; daughters, Linda...
Vencynthia Bennett
January 15, 2026
Vencynthia Bennett, age 69, of Springfield, Missouri passed away on January 15, 2026.
Vencynthia “Cindy” Georgianna Bennett was born on August 23, 1956 in Gainesville, Florida to Otis David & Gloria Leverette (both deceased) and raised alongside her brother David by their grandmother Stella Campbell (deceased). Cindy has many sisters and friends, a son Brian Scott (deceased), two daughters Virginia “GB”...
Ricky Smith
January 15, 2026
Ricky Smith, age 64, of Springfield, Missouri passed away on January 15, 2026.
Douglas Wayne Scholp
January 15, 2026
Douglas “Doug” Wayne Scholp November 24, 1959 – January 15, 2026 It is with deep sorrow that we announce the unexpected passing of Douglas Wayne Scholp, age 66, on January 15, 2026 at 5:50 pm. Doug passed away at Mercy Hospital Burn Center in Springfield, Missouri, surrounded by loved ones. He resided in Gainesville, Missouri as well as Evansville, Indiana....
James Donald Scott
January 14, 2026
James Donald Scott, 90, of Springfield, passed away at 8:00 am on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at the Missouri Veterans home in Mt. Vernon, Missouri.
Jim was born on December 30, 1935, in Sparta, Missouri to Jack and Belle (Snider) Scott. He graduated from Miller, MO High School. Jim married Patricia Jeanne Clawson on March 3, 1961. To this marriage, two...
Ross Nicolas Brown
January 13, 2026
Ross Nicolas Brown was born on February 5th 1984 and was called home to the lord unexpectedly on January 13th 2026 in Springfield, MO.
Ross was an unforgettable character with a great sense of humor and charisma unmatched. He was a talented carpenter who had a love for cooking, fishing and the outdoors. Very soft heart and caring but tough as...
Ronald Bruce Daniel
January 11, 2026
A great soldier, Ronald Bruce Daniel, was called to his final formation on January 11, 2026, at 81 years of age. Ron was born on January 30, 1944, in Springfield, Missouri, and resided most of his life in Willard, Missouri.
Ron was a graduate of Hillcrest High School in the class of 1962. A veteran of the United States Army, he...
Janet Ann Johanningmeier
January 11, 2026
Janet Ann (Basile) Johanningmeier of Springfield, Missouri, died peacefully at home on the evening of Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026.
She will be remembered for her loving heart, her joy in being with family and friends, and her deep devotion to the Catholic faith.
Janet was born Feb. 15, 1942, in St. Louis, the oldest of five children born to Anthony and Virginia...
Elizabeth Jeanne Rogowski
January 10, 2026
Elizabeth Jeanne Rogowski passed away in her home on Saturday, January 10, 2026. Beth spent her time working at French's as a shift supervisor, crafting, and especially loved spending time with her family.
She is preceded in death by her brother, Christopher Rogowski; mother, Susan Rogowski; and father Bob Rogowski. She is survived by and forever loved by her fiancee, Justin...
Gilbert Jose Tirado "Patches The Clown"
January 9, 2026
Gilbert Jose Tirado also known as "Patches The Clown", age 81, of Springfield, Missouri passed away on Friday morning, January 9, 2026 at James River Nursing Center in Springfield.
He was born May 13, 1944 in Yonkers, New York the son of Cruz Tirado and Anna Tirado.
Jose was a Life Member of Kights of Columbus, Secular Franciscan, and Full Gospel Business...
Suzette Andrea Flores
January 7, 2026
Suzette Andrea Flores, beloved mother, grandmother and cherished daughter, was taken suddenly on Wednesday, January 7th, 2026, in Springfield, Missouri. Born on March 22nd, 1978, in Montebello, California, to Daniel and Denise (Olivarri) Flores. She attended Schurr High School, and received her GED through Bryman college for nursing.
Suzette was a unique soul, full of love and laughter. She was always...
Michael Anthony Huffington
January 5, 2026
Michael Anthony Huffington, age 62, passed away in his home on January 5, 2026. He was born on August 7, 1963, in Moberly, Missouri to James Clifton Huffington and Helen Lunetta Keegan Huffington.
Mike attended grade school at St. Pius X Catholic School and graduated from Madison High School in Madison, Missouri. After graduation, he joined the Army. He received the...
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