Obituaries

Obituaries in Springfield Missouri

Joetta Sue Rader

Joetta Sue Rader

October 6, 2025

Joetta Sue (Stepp) Rader passed away peacefully at her home in Springfield, Missouri on October 6, 2025, at the age of 85. Joetta was born on December 10, 1939, to Oral and Kathryn (Thompson) Stepp. On March 3, 1957, she married the love of her life Charles Wayne Rader Sr., their love and marriage was centered in Christ and was...

John Dale LaPointe-Ackfeld

John Dale LaPointe-Ackfeld

October 4, 2025

John Lapointe-Ackfeld, 46, of Springfield, Missouri passed away on October 4, 2025. He was born on May 8, 1979, in South Dakota. He is survived by his daughters, Serenity Ackfeld of St. Joseph, Missouri, and Auria Pendergrass of Springfield, Missouri; his brother, Chris Ackfeld and family of Springfield, Missouri; his sister, Ashley Fangmann and family of O’Fallon, Missouri; and his...

Merna Bolin

Merna Bolin

October 3, 2025

Merna Bolin, age 66, of Springfield, Missouri, passed away on October 3, 2025.

There are no services planned at this time.

Charles Bradford Stark

Charles Bradford Stark

October 1, 2025

Charles (Chuck) Bradford Stark, age 74, of Summersville, MO, passed away peacefully on October 1, 2025 surrounded by family.

Born on April 22, 1951 in St. Louis, MO, Chuck lived his life close to the land. A true man of the earth, he found his greatest joy in the outdoors — whether tracking game through the timber, casting a line into...

Roger Herman Goetz

Roger Herman Goetz

September 29, 2025

Roger H. Goetz, Sr. 91, Ozark, Missouri, passed away at 1:00 a.m. Monday, September 29, 2025 in his home.

He was born at home on September 21, 1934 at their farm near Swea City, Iowa to Herman and Sylvia (Balvance) Goetz. He started school in Swea City, Iowa, and in 3rd grade his parents moved to Ledyard, Iowa where he attended...

Donny Ray Lewis

Donny Ray Lewis

September 26, 2025

Donny Lewis, of Springfield, Missouri, age 83, entered into the presence of the Lord on September 26, 2025.

He was born in Oregon and grew up in the small town of Rockvale, Colorado of which he told many stories of his boyhood adventures. After graduating from Florence High School, where he excelled in football and wrestling, he served in the United...

Ronald Paul Robinson

Ronald Paul Robinson

September 25, 2025

Ronald Paul Robinson, 64, of Marshfield, Missouri, was born August 8, 1961, to Ronald Robinson and Barbara (Holt) Hembree. Paul departed this world to his heavenly home September 25, 2025.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ron Robinson and Barbara Hembree; step father, Wayne Hembree; step brothers, Chris and Matt Hembree; as well as several other beloved family members.

Paul...

David Lester Roesener

David Lester Roesener

September 24, 2025

David Lester Roesener, 68, of Glendale, California, passed away on the evening of Wednesday, September 24, 2025, in Springfield, Missouri, at Cox South Hospital.

Dave was born on April 2, 1957, in Glendale, California, to David and Maureen Roesener. He was the eldest of five siblings: Rusty, Laura, Mark, and Eileen. Over the years, his family moved from Glendale to Connecticut,...

Joseph Thomas Barlow

Joseph Thomas Barlow

September 20, 2025

Our hearts are heavy at the passing of our beloved patriarch, Joseph Barlow.

Joe was born in Flushing, New York, on March 29, 1937 (on his dad’s birthday) to Joseph and Grace Barlow, who both preceded him in death.

Also preceding him in death were his brother, Charles; his sister, Patricia; and his beloved infant son, Shawn.

He is survived by his loving...

William Dean Summers

William Dean Summers

September 5, 2025

Bill Summers, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on September 5th, 2025. He was born on May 20, 1943, in Monett, Missouri to Gail and Georgia Summers. Bill graduated from St. Agnes High School in 1961. Following in his father's footsteps, he began his career as an Electrician for Frisco Railway, embracing a lifelong passion for...

Steven Mark Hancock

Steven Mark Hancock

September 4, 2025

Steven Mark Hancock, 63, of Springfield, MO, passed away on September 4, 2025, in his home.

Steve was born 5/23/1962 in San Diego, CA, the son of Carl Hancock and Mary Jo Hancock-Anderson (Scoggin).

Steve graduated from Parkview High School in 1980, then went on to St Louis College of Pharmacy, earning a B.S. in Pharmacy.

Steve had many careers in his life....

Leo James Klamerus

Leo James Klamerus

September 4, 2025

Leo J. Klamerus, age 96, of Nixa, Missouri passed away early Thursday morning, September 4, 2025, at Springfield Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Springfield, Missouri.

He was born on October 30, 1928, in East St. Louis, Illinois the son of Marie McCroskey Warwick and Leo Joseph Klamerus.

Leo graduated from East St. Louis, Illinois High School in 1946. He received his E.E....

Arturo Tapia

Arturo Tapia

August 30, 2025

Arturo Tapia, age 56, of Springfield, Missouri, passed away on August 30, 2025.

A visitation will be held on Thursday, September 4, 2025 from 5 PM to 6 PM with a rosary service following from 6 PM to 7 PM at Herman H. Lohmeyer Funeral Home.

A funeral mass will be held on Friday, September 5, 2025 at 10 AM at Sacred...

Kathleen Reed Frakes

Kathleen Reed Frakes

August 26, 2025

In Loving Memory

Kathleen Reed Frakes

March 24, 1941 – August 26, 2025

Kathleen Reed (Berrier) Frakes, 84, of Springfield, MO, passed peacefully into Heaven on Tuesday, August 26, 2025. She was born March 24, 1941, in Carrollton, MO, to Franklin Ernest and Irmel Estalene Berrier.

Kathleen graduated from Carrollton High School and later worked at the local cookie factory, much to the delight...

James Robert Sprague

James Robert Sprague

August 26, 2025

May 6, 1947 – August 26, 2025

Beloved husband of Leann, dear father of Sandy (Gene) McColm, Pam (Peter) Schmitt, dear grandpa of Connor McColm and Sydney Schmitt. Dear son of Hallie Wendell and Betty Carol Sprague who preceded him in death. Dear brother of Bill Sprague, Bob Wilson, and the late Lee Sprague.

Jim was an Air Force veteran who honorably...

William Brownlee

William Brownlee

August 22, 2025

William Brownlee, age 69, of Lebanon, Missouri passed away on Friday, August 22, 2025.

He was laid to rest Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at the Springfield National Cemetery in Springfield, Missouri with full military honors.

Guy L. Prichard

Guy L. Prichard

August 17, 2025

Guy Leroy Prichard, born on May 8, 1960, in Sioux City, Iowa, passed away on August 17, 2025, in Springfield, Missouri.

He proudly served in the United States Navy, an experience that shaped his character and instilled in him a strong sense of duty and service. This military background contributed to his work ethic, which he displayed throughout his life in...

Ralph Howard Thulin

Ralph Howard Thulin

August 17, 2025

Ralph “Bud” Thulin, 92, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Sunday afternoon after a brief illness.

Ralph was raised in Fremont, Nebraska, where he graduated from high school in 1951. A proud member of the Fremont Tigers basketball team, he helped lead them to a Nebraska State Championship that year; an accomplishment he cherished throughout his life. He attended Midland...

Donald Richard Treat

Donald Richard Treat

August 16, 2025

In Loving Memory of Don Treat

Donald Richard Treat, 71 of Springfield, Mo passed away on August 16, 2025.

He was born 7/14/54 in Kansas City, MO, to Don and Shirley Treat. After High school he joined the Air Force before focusing his career in construction.

He was a loving father who worked hard and cared deeply for his family. His presence, guidance,...

John Claude ("J.C.") Springer

John Claude ("J.C.") Springer

August 16, 2025

John Claude (“J.C.”) Springer, age 70, of Springfield, Missouri passed away on the morning of August 16, 2025, at Mercy Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.

J.C. was born on May 30, 1955, in Rolla, Missouri to Paul and Mary Springer. He graduated from Bourbon High School in 1973 and continued his education at East Central College, earning his degree in...