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Aug 6, 2025 · Jane Etta Pitt, born on August 13, 1940, in Memphis, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2025, in Springfield, Missouri, at the age of 84.

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Dec 27, 2024 · Stan Miesner, age 81, of Springfield, MO passed away on December 26, 2024. He was born December 30, 1942 in Cole Camp, MO, the son of Harry and Eleanor Miesner.

Nov 27, 2024 · Charles “Chuck” Banta Jr, 70, of Springfield, Missouri, son of Charles “Charlie” and Margaret Banta, peacefully began his journey to heaven on November 25th, 2024.

Mar 25, 2025 · William "Bill" Leon Mowell, 93, passed away Saturday, March 22, 2025, at 6:07 pm in his home in Elwood. Bill was born November 23, 1931, in Springfield, Mo., the son of Leon and May …

Dec 22, 2024 · Family and friends are invited to celebrate Carol’s life on Thursday, December 26, 2024, with a visitation from 1:00-2:00 pm and a graveside service to follow beginning at 2:00 pm at …

Apr 16, 2025 · Henry Ray Gibson, of Springfield, MO, went to be with his Lord and Savior April 11th, 2025. Henry was born March 26th, 1959, to Edgar “Ray” and Juanita Fay Gibson.