Obituaries

September 25, 2016

Bernadine “Bunny” Rae Haworth Crews passed away in her home at the age of 87, on Sunday, September 25, 2016. She was born December 23, 1928, to Alvin W. and Violet Rebecca Mason Haworth in Neosho, Mo. Bernadine married Ronald E. Crews on October 16, 1948. Ron passed away on January 6, 2008. Bernadine remained by his side always, supporting...

September 22, 2016

Susan Teresa Jurgensmeyer 71, of Springfield, Missouri departed this life on Thursday, September 22, 2016 in Springfield. She was born January 25, 1945 in St. Elizabeth, Missouri the daughter of William and Irmine (Schwaller)Jurgensmeyer. She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Tony. . She is survived by her son, Chad Jurgensmeyer and wife Jennifer, two grandchildren,...

September 19, 2016

Roy Frank Carter was born August 27, 1921 in Reedley, California. He was a 1943 graduate of California Polytechnic University where he received his Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering. A US Naval Reservist he went on to active duty upon graduation and served aboard LST 543 in both Europe and the Pacific. In 2004 he was one of 100 D-Day...

September 18, 2016

James Leo Hilmes, age 74 of Springfield, MO passed away Sunday, September 18, 2016 at his home. The son of Ben and Johanna (Gronniger) Hilmes was born December 11, 1941 in Springfield, MO. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Agnes Woods and husband Lewis, Patricia Jumara; brothers, Vincent Hilmes and his first wife, Mary Jo and 2nd...

September 12, 2016

Gregory Paul Sokerka, age 69 of Springfield, Missouri passed away Monday, September 12, 2016 at his home. He was born a son of John Paul Sokerka and Helen Cecelia (Sterbenz) Sokerka was born February 10, 1947 in Passaic, New Jersey. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, John Stephen “Jack” Sokerka. Survivors are his children, Jon...

September 12, 2016

September 12, 2016

Kathlee Inabelle Lowrance, age 90 of Springfield, Missouri, left her earthly home to be with her husband Beuford, deceased July 25, 2007 and only child, Jerry deceased February 5, 2006. She was born July 27, 1926 the youngest child of Samuel E. Goss and Lillie E. (Herod) Goss. She was preceded in death by her parents, as well as 3...

September 11, 2016

Elenora Marie Garrett age 81, Springfield, Missouri passed away September 11th, 2016 in Springfield. Elenora was born August 2nd, 1935, in St. Louis, Missouri to William and Bertha Rasmussen, Sr. She was the beloved wife of the late Eugene P. Garrett. Memorial graveside services will be at 11:00 a.m. Monday, October 17, at Missouri State Veterans Cemetery, Springfield. Memorial contributions...

September 10, 2016

Ermaleen (Lea) Landon began her life journey on July 12, 1934, in Kansas City, MO. She celebrated her gift of life for 82 years, passing on to another life on September 10, 2016.Her years were filled with meaning as she understood herself as part of that community called to be the hands and feet of Christ. Volunteer work defined her...

September 8, 2016

Wanda Lee King, age 84 of Springfield, Missouri, formerly of Nixa, Missouri passed away Thursday, September 8, 2016 at Magnolia Square Nursing and Rehab Center in Springfield. She was born February 5, 1932 n Vienna, Missouri, a daughter of John Sylvester Bell and Nettie Jewell (Johnson) Bell. Wanda worked as a Nurses Aide. She was preceded in death by her...

September 8, 2016

Marvin Jeffrey Powell, son of the late Jesse and Thelma Powell, was born September 9, 1957 in Springfield, Missouri. At the age of 13, Jeff’s family moved to Springdale, Arkansas where he attended high school. His family returned to Springfield during Jeff’s senior year, where he graduated from Central High school in 1975. Jeff then attended Missouri State University for...

September 5, 2016

John Edward Richardson, age 69 of Springfield, Missouri passed away September 5, 2016 at his home. The son of Clarence and Helen (Schwartz) Richardson was born July 16, 1947 in St. Louis, Missouri. Survivors are his brother, Michael W. Richardson of Richland, Missouri; a sister-in-law, Jeane Richardson; nieces and nephews, Alexis Berry, Alicia Berry, Jessie Richardson, Stephanie Brown, and Christopher...

September 2, 2016

James Lee Payne, 87, of Bolivar, Missouri passed from this life on September 2, 2016, in Verona, Missouri following a brief illness. James was born June 11, 1929, in Sentinel, Mo to James Luther and Lillie (Howard) Payne. He was a 1947 graduate of Halfway High School. After a brief time in the United States Marine Corps, he went into...

September 2, 2016

Marty Kim Saltkill age 53, passed away Friday, September 2nd, 2016 in Fair Grove, Missouri. Marty was born August 2nd, 1963 in Springfield, MO. Complete obituary information and arrangements will be announced at a later date. Permanent online condolences, photos and stories may be shared at www.hhlohmeyer.com.

August 31, 2016

Colleen Mae Stout, age 80 of Aurora, Missouri passed away Wednesday, August 31, 2016 at Select Specialty Hospital in Springfield, Missouri. The daughter of Arnold and Floy (Williams) Hagemo was born November 9, 1935 in Livingston, Montana. She was preceded in death by her parents; a daughter, Penny Lynne Cline; and a brother, Bob Woodhull. Survivors are her sons, Lawrence...

August 27, 2016

Dorothy R. Hoy was born August 29, 1925 in Springfield, Missouri, and departed this life at sunrise on August 27, 2016. On February 14, 1991, she was united in marriage to the love of her life, David E. Hoy. Dorothy worked at Silver Dollar City for many years as a merchandise manager and buyer. She also spent several years at...

August 23, 2016

Michael Anthony Kessler 52, Springfield, Missouri, departed this life on Tuesday, August 23, 2016 in Springfield, Missouri. He was born August 15, 1964, in Springfield, Missouri, to Robert and Charlotte Kessler. He was preceded in death by his mother, and one sister Lois Anderson. Survivors include his wife Regina Kessler, Four sons, Michael Kessler (Brandie) Harley Kessler (Ashley), Nicholas Kessler...

August 18, 2016

Nancy Joan Steiner, age 79, Springfield, Mo passed away 3:00 a.m., Thursday, August 18, 2016 in Brookhaven Care Center in Springfield. She was born December 25, 1936 in St. Louis, Mo to William and Ellen McKee. She attended Washington University School of Nursing in St. Louis becoming a Registered Nurse then received a Bachelor’s of Science degree at Drury College....

August 17, 2016

Delores Mae Fain, 57 of Springfield passed away Wednesday August 17, 2016 in Cox South Hospital. Delores was born November 25, 1958 in Sioux City, Iowa. She enjoyed crocheting and singing in church. Delores was a loving wife, mother, grandmother sister, friend and the most important things to her were God and family. She was preceded in death by her...

August 13, 2016

Helene A. Quirion, 83, Springfield passed away at 08:00 PM Saturday Aug 13th, 2016 at her home surrounded by Family and Friends. She was born May 7th 1933 in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania to Arthur and Helen Taschler. She attended Lehigh Valley High School. She met and married Richard J. Quirion. They eventually moved to Portland, Oregon where she attended Nursing School....