All Obituaries

Lonnie David Birdwell, 66, of Taneyville, MO Lonnie passed away on Sat. Jan. 11 at his residence. He was born on Dec. 3, 1953 at Branson, MO., son of Dave and Willie (Brown) Birdwell. Lonnie was a longtime resident of Taney County, MO. He had worked as a carpenter locally for many years. Survivors include his daughter, Leslie Birdwell of Nixa, MO.; grand-daughter, Lily Birdwell of Nixa; sisters, Chloeta Johnson and husband Charles of Walnut Shade, MO., and Lavelle Baeuerle and...

In loving memory of William Robert Myers, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grand father. Bill passed away on January 8, in the year of our Lord 2020, at his residence with his family at his side. He was born on October 22, 1941 in Boone, Iowa, son of William Robert Myers Sr. and Hazel Margaret (Williams) Myers. He is survived by his wife Rosalie of the home; daughters, Dawn Osborn and husband Adam of Kimberling City, MO., Kelly Ramsey and husband Jimmie of Fort Madison, IA.,...

Bettye J. Matherly, 86, of Protem. Bettye was born January 20, 1933 in Tahlequah, Oklahoma.  She was a devoted and loving mother, raising three children.  She loved being outdoors, working with her flowers, writing poetry for family, and her church.  She was a strong, determined little ball of fire who fought and won against cancer for many years.  At the same time, she had a soft and kind heart. She is survived by three children: the oldest Pamela Hodgson and spouse...

Billy “Jay” West Jr., 65 of Kissee Mills, MO.   Billy “Jay” West passed away on January 6, 2020, at Cox Medical Center in Branson, MO. He was born September 28, 1954, in Wichita, KS.  Jay married Caroline Anderson Sandker, February 14, 1985.  Jay spent his career working in business management.  His hobbies included wood working and gardening.  Jay was an avid Kansas City Chiefs football fan.  Jay moved to...

  Marjorie Jean Horner, 92, of Bradleyville Missouri, went to be with the Lord while in her home on Monday, December 24, 2019. Marjorie was born February 23, 1927, to Delbert and Gladys Case in Garrison, Missouri. She was a member of the Chadwick High School graduating class of 1945. Marjorie and Bert Horner of Bradleyville were united in marriage in 1946, shortly after his return from the Navy. The couple shared 66 years of marriage together. They had two children, Donald Eugene...

Jennie Lane Hunter Williamson Pride was born Aug.12, 1936 to Lue and Ruth Riddle Hunter in Marion County, Arkansas.  She passed away Dec.8, 2019 in Mountain Home, AR at the age of 83.  Jennie was married to Gene Williamson for 30 years until his death in 1989.  Jennie later married Bubby Pride who preceded her in death in 1999.  She was also preceded in death by her parents, 6 brothers (Clyde, Corbett, Fred, C.H., L.A., and John Hunter) and 4 sisters (Mabel Davis, Ella...

Dr. William N. Roston, who was affectionately known as Doc Roston, 83, of Forsyth Missouri, died December 7, 2019. He passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family.  Doc lived a full and wonderful life with numerous accomplishments.  He celebrated 57 years of love and devotion to his wife, Judy, and was greatly adored by his four children.  Dedication and passion are two words which describe everything this great man...

Cara LeAnn James, 37, Cedarcreek, went to her Heavenly home, December 6, 2019 while hospitalized in Springfield, Missouri due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident. She was born December 19, 1981 in White Salmon, Washington, the daughter of Carey (Pug) Cobb and Paula (Smith) Mealue.  Cara grew up in Oregon and moved to Missouri during her teenage years. Her passion was caring for people. She loved animals, especially her horse and dogs. She also liked...

Ralph Lockhart of Forsyth, Missouri & formerly of Kenai, Alaska, passed away peacefully in his sleep December 5th, 2019, in Corsicana, Texas at the age of 85. Visitation will be at Whelchel Grace Funeral Home in Forsyth, Missouri on Thursday December 12th from 11:30 am until 12:30 pm. Graveside services will follow at the Missouri Veterans Cemetery in Springfield, Missouri at 2:00 pm with Military honors. Mr. Lockhart served during the Korean War. Ralph was born in Memphis, Texas, son...

Margaret Iva Curbow, 105, of Aurora, MO.