Obituaries in Springfield Missouri
Diana Lee Duchscherer
July 12, 2025
Diana Lee Duchscherer, age 89, passed away peacefully on Saturday July 12th, 2025 at her home in Springfield, Missouri.
She was born July 12th, 1935 to Otis and Thelma Tedrick. Diana attended Springfield Senior High School, class of 1953, (before it was renamed Central High School in 1956), and then graduated from Southwest Missouri State Teacher’s College, (which would eventually become...
Cathey Marlene Cole
July 10, 2025
Cathey Marlene Cole, age 77, of Seymour passed away Thursday July 10, 2025.
Timothy Adam Howard
July 9, 2025
Timothy Adam Howard, age 60, of Springfield, Missouri passed away on July 9, 2025.
He was born on May 2, 1965 in Waterloo, Iowa to Thomas Henry and Gloria Jean (Neuman) Howard.
Timothy was in the United States Navy.
He is servived by his sister, Karen Zarco; a special aunt, Mary Lou, and other extended family and friends.
A Graveside service will be held...
Randy Lloyd Bell
July 8, 2025
Randy Lloyd Bell, age 72, of Springfield, Missouri passed away on Tuesday, July 8, 2025.
He was laid to rest at the Springfield National Cemetery in Springfield, Missouri.
Harold G. Cotter
July 1, 2025
Harold G. Cotter, age 66, of Springfield, Missouri passed away on Tuesday, July 1, 2025.
Amelia Orfin
July 1, 2025
Amelia Orfin, passed away peacefully at 7:21 a.m. on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, with her loved ones surrounding her in comfort and love.
To know Amelia was to experience the kind of kindness that asks for nothing in return, unconditional love and always from the heart. Her presence was a gift and the memories she leaves behind will forever be cherished...
John Pearson
June 29, 2025
John Pearson, age 70, of Springfield, Missouri passed away on June 29, 2025.
He was laid to rest at the Springfield National Cemetery in Springfield, Missouri.
Nancy Sue Athen
June 27, 2025
Nancy Sue Athen, 78, Buffalo, MO passed on to heaven Friday, June 27 in Woodland Manor, Springfield, with her husband Dennis by her side. She was born on November 23, 1946 in Fargo, North Dakota to Addison “Bud” and Beall Thomas. She was a retired administrative secretary for the Missouri Department of Corrections and Missouri Department of Natural Resources at...
Robert (Skeeter) Frank Quigg, Jr.
June 23, 2025
Robert (Skeeter) Frank Quigg went to be with God in heaven on Monday, June 23 after showing quiet courage and determination during the challenges he battled over the last two months of his life.
Skeeter was born on August 30, 1944, to Robert and Ellen (Branberg) Quigg in Moline, Illinois. During their childhood, Skeeter and his sister Sue moved often with...
Daniel Earl Blomgren
June 23, 2025
In Loving Memory of Daniel E. Blomgren July 19, 1937 – June 23, 2025
Fortified by the Last Sacrament of the Church, Daniel "Dan" E. Blomgren passed peacefully into eternal life on June 23, 2025, at the age of 87, surrounded by his devoted wife Carol, his daughter, and several of his cherished grandsons.
Born on July 19, 1937, in St. Paul,...
William Otto Hechler
June 19, 2025
In Loving Memory of
William Otto Hechler
"Butch" • "Bil" • "The Dad"
January 3, 1945 – June 19, 2025
A Life Well Lived
William Otto Hechler, lovingly known as “Butch,” “Bil,” and “The Dad,” passed away on June 19, 2025, at the age of 80, after a long and courageous battle with Parkinson’s Disease and dementia.
Born on January 3, 1945, in Chicago Heights, Illinois,...
Ralph A. Downs, III
June 17, 2025
Ralph Aaron Downs III, born on January 30, 1947 in Mobile, Alabama, was sent to his eternal rest on June 17, 2025 in Springfield, Missouri.
Ralph is survived by daughters Charlotte Downs (Michael McAfee) and Martine Downs Pollard (David); son Ralph Downs IV; grandchildren Denise Pollard and Nelson Pollard; brother John Downs; step-siblings Harriet McElroy (John), Wayne Nelson (Cheryl), Keith Nelson,...
Stacy Ann Sechler
June 16, 2025
Stacy Ann Sechler, 41, Fair Grove, passed away at 9:51pm Monday, June 16 2025 in Cox South Hospital.
She was born July 18th in Bolivar Missouri to Michael and Cheryl Diane Carpenter (Mariani). She attended Hermitage High School, class of 2002 and Missouri State University, where she graduated with a degree in Social Work in 2006.
Mrs Sechler worked in the social...
Daniel Edward Stahl
June 15, 2025
Daniel Edward Stahl, 16, of Springfield, Missouri passed away in St. Louis, Missouri, on June 15th.
He was born December 27, 2008 to Carol Kidd and John Stahl.
He had so many dreams he had yet to make come true. He was excited to get license and a job and graduate school. He was always making jokes and never failed to make...
Leonard Rogers
June 9, 2025
Leonard Rogers, age 77, of Springfield, Missouri passed away on Monday, June 9, 2025.
Sandra L. Young
June 8, 2025
Sandra L. Young, 62, Marshfield MO, passed away at 6:00 pm, Sunday June 8, 2025 in her home surrounded by family and loved ones.She was born on January 22, 1963 in Marshfield MO to Rex and Betty (Pilkinton) Rowden. She attended several local high schools but ended her high school career in her hometown of Strafford MO.At the age of...
Farell Mathewson
June 6, 2025
Farell Mathewson, age 75, of Springfield, Missouri passed away on Friday, June 6, 2025.
Mr. Mathewson was a Veteran and served in the United States Navy from 1969 to 1974.
A Graveside Service with Full Military Honors will be held at 9:00am on Monday, July 14th, 2025 at the Missouri Veterans Cemetery, 5201 S. Southwood Road in Springfield, Missouri 65804.
The arrangements are...
Charles Robert Duke
May 28, 2025
Charles Robert Duke, born on September 7, 1954, in Springfield, Missouri, departed this world on May 28, 2025, in Republic, Missouri. He was a devoted brother, uncle, and friend, remembered for his kindness and unwavering spirit.
Charles is survived by his brother, Sam Duke; his sisters, Mary Perry, Joann Duke, and Rose Duke; his niece, Elicia Montgomery and her daughter Elizabeth...
Joseph Lee Hoover
May 26, 2025
Joseph L Hoover 73, of Springfield Mo, passed away at 5:00 am.( Monday, May 26, 2025 ) in Springfield, MO in his home.
He was born 03/26/1952 Sikeston, Missouri to James Hoover and Naomi Elliot. Joe married Ruth A Davis on March 21, 1977. He was a carpenter, plumber, electrician, and best of all a mechanic he could do just about...
Joan Marie Walker
May 22, 2025
Joan Marie Walker, beloved mother, sister, grandmother and friend, devoted Catholic, and passionate horse lover, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2025, at the age of 78.
Joan was born on July 31, 1946, in Chicago to Elmer and Mary Boudreau. She lived her life with strength, conviction, and deep faith. She was a woman who liked things done right, and...
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