Obituaries

Obituaries in Springfield Missouri

Millard Paul Gibbs

Millard Paul Gibbs

January 21, 2016

M. Paul Gibbs finished his earthly race on January 21, 2016 at 90 years of age. He was born in St. Louis, Mo., on October 10, 1925 to Charles & Edith Gibbs. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Marie and one sister, Leola Akers. Paul was a man of great integrity and love for the Lord. He...

Patricia Adams

Patricia Adams

January 21, 2016

Patricia Joann Adams 84, Springfield, Missouri went to her heavenly home on Thursday, January 21, 2016 in Springfield. She was born August 1, 1931, in Springfield, Missouri to Raymond and Mamie Rogers who preceded her in death. Patricia was a homemaker and a longtime member of Hamlin Memorial Baptist Church where she was active in the nursery for many years....

Elizabeth "Betty" Smith

Elizabeth "Betty" Smith

January 19, 2016

Elizabeth “Betty” Ann Smith, 91 of Springfield, Mo went to be with her Lord and Savior and her husband who she has been without for 36 years, Tuesday morning January 19th, 2016. She was born July 20, 1924 in Menominee, Michigan to George and Lillian O’Connor. Betty was a very giving and caring person and was a faithful member of...

Michael Houston

Michael Houston

January 18, 2016

Mike T. Houston 63, Springfield, Missouri passed away Monday, January 18, 2016 in Springfield. No services are planned, cremation is under the care of Herman H. Lohmeyer Funeral Home. Permanent online condolences, photos and stories may be shared at www.hhlohmeyer.com.

David Lotts

David Lotts

January 17, 2016

David Harold Lotts, 74, Springfield, Missouri passed away January 17, 2016 in Springfield. He was born March 27, 1941, in San Fernando, California to Harold and Ethel Lotts. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Patricia Ann Lotts and one brother William Lotts. He is survived by one son Eddie Lotts, two daughters Lori Willets and Deb...

Mary Lou Gurley

Mary Lou Gurley

January 17, 2016

Mary Lou went peacefully at the age of 80. Mary Lou was a bright light to many, her smile was contagious and her laughter brought you joy. We will forever miss you. She is survived by her children, Brian, Lori, and Sean; grandchildren, Megan, Erin, Morgan ; great granddaughter Ella Faith, along with a brother, Ron, two sisters, Susie and...

Steven Holmes

Steven Holmes

January 15, 2016

Steven Gary Holmes, 69, Springfield, passed away on Friday January 15, 2016. Steven was born on May 10, 1946 in Wynnewood, Oklahoma to Thomas Claude and Oma Pearl (Lovelace) Holmes. Steven was a veteran, serving in the Air Force. He is survived by his wife, Tish Holmes; children, Desiree Morrow, Janeen West (James), Brannon Holmes, Tonya Hughes (Bill), and Karrine...

Mary Sturtevant

Mary Sturtevant

January 8, 2016

Mary Lampe Sturtevant (Molly), February 12, 1927 to January 8, 2016 was born of missionary parents in Seoul, Korea. She was raised in Sonchon, North Korea until the age of 13 when the family was forced to leave due to imminent war with Japan. The Reverend Dr. Lampe then took a Presbyterian church in Gailsburg, Illinois where Molly lived and...

Patricia Grieshaber

Patricia Grieshaber

January 6, 2016

Patricia Jean Grieshaber, 83, Springfield, passed away at 5:00 pm Wednesday, January 6, 2016 in The Neighborhoods at Quail Creek. She was born October 7, 1932 in Plattin, MO to Charles H. and Bess Schmidt. She attended Plattin Grade School and Festus High School. She married Pete on October 22, 1950 in Festus, MO. Pat was an avid gardener and...

Beau Ebinger

Beau Ebinger

January 6, 2016

Beau Richard Ebinger age, 62 passed away January 6th, 2016 in , Beau was born September 18th, 1953 in St. Louis, 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.

Melody Bell

Melody Bell

January 4, 2016

Melody Ann Bell, 25, Springfield, passed away on Monday January 4, 2016. She was born April 16, 1990 in Victorville, California to Sydney and Judy (Sherman) White. Melody was preceded in death by her father. She is survived by her husband, David Bell; mother, Judy White; brother, Andy White; step-children, Alex Bell, Lilly Crain, Nick Bell, Trinity Bell, Tristan Bell,...

Michael Harrington

Michael Harrington

January 2, 2016

Michael Altom Harrington 49, Springfield, Missouri was born October 7, 1966 in Coffeyville, Kansas to Robert F. Harrington and M. Jean Altom Harrington. He passed away January 2, 2016 in Springfield, Missouri. Michael graduated from Kickapoo High School and was a meat cutter by trade. He enjoyed floating the Buffalo river, hiking in Lost Valley, listenening to classical rock music....

Wannel Davidson

Wannel Davidson

December 31, 2015

Wannel A. Davidson, surrounded by her family, passed away December 31st at the age of 88. She was born December 15, 1927 in San Antonio, Texas to Gladys Elizabeth McClain and Douglas Carver. She was preceded in death by her mother; step-father, Jack Christner; the father of her children, Frank C. Davidson; and a great niece, Victoria Christner of Jenks,...

Tom Thomas

Tom Thomas

December 28, 2015

Tom Thomas, 68, formerly of Springfield, passed away Monday December 28th in The Villages, Florida where he has resided since 2011. Originally from Caruthersville, MO., Tom moved to Springfield in 1970 where he started working for State Farm Insurance before he and his brother Terry started Thomas Brothers Office Furnishings in 1974. Today the business continues to be run by...

Kent Myhre

Kent Myhre

December 28, 2015

Kent Lee Myhre age 74, Hollister, Missouri passed away December 28th, 2015 in Willard, Missouri. Kent was born May 1st, 1941 in Spokane, Washington. Cemation arrangements are under the care of Herman H. Lohmeyer Funeral Home. No services are planned. Permanent online condolences, photos and stories may be shared at www.hhlohmeyer.com.

Marjory  Wickiser

Marjory Wickiser

December 27, 2015

Marjory P. Wickiser 99, Springfield, Missouri departed this life on Sunday, December 27, 2015. She was born June 7, 1916, in Mound City, Missouri to Dr. Willis & Helen Paul. Marjory worked as a bookkeeper and member of Hillcrest Presbyterian Church, Springfield. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Guy L. Wickiser and two sisters Louise and...

Mary Metz

Mary Metz

December 27, 2015

Mary Catherine Metz, 60, of Springfield, MO departed this life on Sunday, December 27th. She was born January 26th, 1955 in St. Louis, MO to William Worthy and Janie Ruth Bunn (Ragan). She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Robert and David Bunn. She is survived by her son, Matthew Metz, and daughter, Lauren Metz Winegard...

E. Leon Browning

E. Leon Browning

December 23, 2015

Earl Leon Browning passed away in his home on Wednesday, December 23rd, 2015 in Springfield, MO after a lengthy battle with cancer. He was born in Mexico, MO on September 20th, 1938 to Earl and Lola (Tate) Browning. He is survived by his wife of 54 years E. Marie (Newman) Browning. They were married March 2nd, 1962 in St. Louis,...

Wayne Cochran

Wayne Cochran

December 17, 2015

Wayne J. Cochran, 89, Springfield, passed away on Thursday December 17, 2015. He was born February 19, 1926 in Miller, Missouri to Homer and Gertrude (Sater) Cochran. Wayne served in the United States Army during World War II. He married Ora Warren on July 18, 1951 in Columbus, MS. He worked for Edge Supply Company for 39 years. Wayne was...

Harwood Sturtevant

Harwood Sturtevant

December 13, 2015

Harwood Northmore Sturtevant M.D., age 91 of Springfield, Missouri, departed this life on Sunday, December 13, 2015, in Springfield, Missouri. He was born in Chicago and raised in Wisconsin. He attended Carleton and Berea Colleges, Notre Dame and St. Louis Universities receiving M.D. in 1949. Post-doctorial training was at Marquette University, (Milwaukee County Hospital), University Hospital, Columbus, Ohio and Brooke...