Obituaries Archive

Janet Kay "Kerby" Abel

(Nov 19, 1956 - Nov 24, 2016)

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Janet Kay (Kerby) Abel, 60, of Kirksville, Missouri passed away unexpectedly Thursday, November 24, 2016 at her home. She was born November 19, 1956 in Kirksville, MO, the daughter of Gerald E. and Boneta V. (Anderson) Kerby.

Janet is survived by her mother, Boneta Kerby of Glenwood, MO, significant other, Edwin Parrish of Kirksville, MO, daughter Megan Abel and significant other James Wallace of Kirksville, MO, daughter Nicole Cope and husband Tim of Kansas City ...

Joanne Aboud (Wanda Lee Sallee)

(Jul 16, 1934 - Jul 16, 2023)

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Joanne Aboud passed away on her 89th birthday, Sunday, July 16, 2023 at Kirksville Manor Care Center in Kirksville, Missouri.

Joanne was born to Oral and Goldie (Davis) Sallee on July 16, 1934 in Adair County. Joanne was united in marriage to Joshua Shoop on April 6, 1952; then, to Dr. George Aboud on August 2, 1960.

Joanne is survived by her companion of 43-years, George Richardson; daughter, Carol Daugherty (Tom) of Kirksville; one son ...

Charlotte (Hays) Acton

(Nov 22, 1924 - Sep 21, 2017)

Charlotte (Hays) Acton, 92, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Thursday, September 21, 2017 at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville.

The daughter of Charles and Clara (Wallace) Hays, Charlotte was born November 22, 1924 in Yarrow, Missouri. In 1946 in Kirksville, Missouri, Charlotte was united in marriage to Buell Vance Acton who preceded her in death on September 11, 1990. She was also preceded in death by her parents, one son Michael Acton, and two ...

Wilfred "Bill" Buell Acton

(Sep 01, 1941 - Feb 13, 2018)

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Wilfred "Bill" Buell Acton, 76, of Kirksville, Missouri passed away Tuesday, February 13, 2018 at his home.

Born September 1, 1941 in Eldora, Iowa, Bill was the son of Buell and Veneda (Dickenson) Acton.

Bill is survived by one son, Tim Acton and wife Lorinda of Greentop, Missouri; one daughter, Taressa Austin and husband Les of Columbia, Missouri; one adopted son, Kenneth Acton of St. Louis, Missouri; three half-brothers; six grandchildren, Cameron Acton, Corey Acton ...

Andrew Taylor Adams

(Apr 17, 1991 - Mar 18, 2013)

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Andrew Taylor Adams, 21, of Columbia, Missouri, formerly of Adair County, passed away unexpectedly, Monday (March 18, 2013) at his home.

The son of Stanley Alan and Vickie Carol (Hatfield) Adams, he was born April 17, 1991 in Kirksville, Missouri.

Andrew is survived by his father, Stan Adams of Kirksville, MO; his mother, Vickie Baker of Kirksville, MO; grandparents, Mary Lucille Adams and V.R. Hatfield both of Kirksville, MO; one brother, William Brandon Reese ...

Betty Sue (Ewing) Adams

(May 04, 1956 - Apr 12, 2010)

Betty Sue (Ewing) Adams, 63, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly, Sunday, April 12, 2020 at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville.

Born May 4, 1956 in Kirksville, Missouri, Betty was the daughter of the late Virgil Samuel and Dorothy Mae (Wiyrick) Ewing.

Betty is survived by one daughter, Rachel Swanson and significant other, Keith Murphy both of Hurdland, MO; one sister, Janie Marie Combs of Kirksville, MO; one grandchild, Logan Lane West, as well ...

Danny Theodore Adams

(Dec 26, 1943 - Jun 04, 2016)

Danny Theodore Adams, 72, of Novinger, Missouri, passed away Saturday (June 4, 2016) at Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans Hospital in Columbia, Missouri.

Born December 26, 1943 in Kirksville, Missouri, Danny was the son of Glenn and Melba (Morrow) Adams. On June 10, 1965 in Petersburg, Virginia, Danny was united in marriage to Helen Brake.

Danny is survived by his wife Helen of fifty-one years; one son Robert Glenn Adams of LaPlata, MO; one sister ...

Kayla Leigh Elizabeth Adams

(Sep 28, 1995 - May 09, 2023)

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Kayla Leigh Elizabeth Adams, 27, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly, Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at her home.

The daughter of Daryl Dwayne and Dora Kay (Simmons) Eitel, she was born September 28, 1995 in Overland Park, Kansas.

Kayla is survived by her father, Daryl Adams and wife Misty of Fulton, KS; her mother, Dora Eitel of Kirksville, MO; grandparents, Sharon Hampton of Belton, MO, and Arlene Adams of Fulton, KS; five brothers, Destin Gregory ...

Shirley Lorene (Miller) Adams

(Feb 01, 1939 - Oct 06, 2022)

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On Thursday, October 6, 2022 Shirley Adams, loving wife, mother, and grandmother passed away at the age of 83.

Shirley was born February 1, 1939 in Kirksville, Missouri to Clarence and Zelva Miller. Shirley grew up in the Sabbath Home Community where she attended church and grade school at New Zion. She later graduated from Kirksville Senior High School in 1957. She married Wayne Adams on June 29, 1957. They raised one daughter, Pamela (Adams ...

Winfred Lavern "Windy" Adams

(Feb 03, 1935 - Dec 21, 2014)

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Winfred Lavern “Windy” Adams, 79, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Sunday (December 21, 2014) at Kirksville Manor Care Center.

The son of Cleve and Juanita (Sevits) Adams, he was born February 3, 1935 in Kirksville, Missouri.

Windy is survived by two sons and a daughter-in-law, Matt and Angie Adams of Kirksville, MO and Dale Adams; one daughter, Debra Adams; one brother and sister-in-law, Wayne and Shirley Adams of Kirksville, MO; two grandchildren, Tyler and Nickole ...

Judy Fay (Rager) Adkins

(Nov 05, 1946 - Mar 20, 2014)

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Judy Fay (Rager) Adkins, 67, of Brashear, Missouri, died Thursday morning March 20, 2014.

The daughter of George Wesley and Lula Belle (Allen) Rager, she was born in rural Adair County on November 5, 1946. On June 25, 1966, she married Dean Adkins, who survives.

Judy is also survived by three children, Belynda Miller and husband Daren of Mililani, Hawaii; DeeAnna Adkins and partner Stacy Vincent of Columbia, MO; Karlon Adkins and wife Heather of ...

Micheal James Adkins

(Jun 16, 1989 - May 20, 2012)

Micheal James Adkins, 22, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly, Sunday (May 20, 2012) near Yarrow, Missouri.

Born June 16, 1989 in Kirksville, Missouri, Micheal was the son of Randy Lee and Cindee Sue (Cannon) Adkins.

Micheal is survived by his father, Randy Adkins of Kirksville, MO; his mother, Cindee Adkins and fiancé, Darrell Green both of LaPlata, MO; his grandparents, Bill and JoAnn Cannon of Novinger, MO; three brothers, Chris Skym, Charles SkMicheal James ...

Marion Seilio Airale

(Mar 18, 1928 - Mar 14, 2022)

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Marion S. Airale, passed away Monday, March 14, 2022 at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville.

Born March 18, 1928 in Novinger, Missouri, Marion was the son of Anthony and Mary (Tarro) Airale. Marion married Peggy Hanlin on March 27, 1983 in Novinger, Missouri and she preceded him in death in 1994. He was also preceded in death by his parents, Tony and Mary Airale; one brother, John Airale and wife Berineice; one niece, Linda ...

David Paul Aldridge

(Apr 23, 1946 - Sep 18, 2013)

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David Paul Aldridge, 67, of Brashear, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly, Wednesday (September 18, 2013 at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville.

The son of George and Ada Ruth (Everly) Aldridge, he was born April 23, 1946 in Queen City, Missouri. On July 2, 1966 in Kirksville, Missouri. David was united in marriage to Shirley Billington.

David is survived by his wife Shirley of forty-seven years; three daughters and sons-in-law, Shelly and Shane Ross of LaPlata ...

Dixie Lou (Rusk) Aldridge

(Dec 03, 1932 - Sep 14, 2023)

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Dixie Lou (Rusk) Aldridge, 90, of Kirksville, Missouri. passed away Thursday, September 14, 2023 at her home under Hospice care.

The daughter of the late William Rufus and Letha Irene (Foster) Rusk, she was born December 3, 1932. She was also preceded in death by one son Greg Wangelin; great-granddaughter, Isabella O'Neal; two sisters, Marjorie Henricks and Betty Spicer; one brother, Bill Rusk; one daughter-in-law, Sydney Wangelin; and one son-in-law, John Dickman.

Dixie is survived ...

Doreen Kay (Yantis) Allard

(Sep 27, 1955 - Apr 17, 2013)

Doreen Kay (Yantis) Allard, 57, of Ethel, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday (April 17, 2013) at Boone Hospital in Columbia, Missouri.

The daughter of Bob and Dorothy (Martin) Yantis she was born September 27, 1955 in Kirksville, Missouri. On September 30, 1989 in Kirksville, Missouri, Doreen was united in marriage to Gail Allard.

Doreen is survived by her husband Gail of twenty-three years; two brothers, Dale and Penny Yantis of Greentop, MO, and Donnie and ...

Brenda Lee Allen

(Dec 11, 1957 - Nov 11, 2019)

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Brenda Lee Allen, 61, of Greentop, Missouri, passed away Monday, November 11, 2019 at her home under the care of Hospice.

Born December 11, 1957 in Kirksville, Missouri, Brenda was the daughter of the late Charley William and Wilma Lucille (Eyler) Allen.

Brenda is survived by two daughters, Candy Rowland and husband Stefan of Queen City, MO, and Reba Morgan and fiancé Bryce Smith of Memphis, MO; as well as one granddaughter, Grace Rowland.

Brenda ...

Charley William Allen

(Oct 01, 1929 - Nov 25, 2016)

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Charley William Allen, 87, of Greentop, Missouri, passed away Friday (November 25, 2016) at his home.

Charley was born October 1, 1929 in Kirksville, Missouri, the son of Herbert and Stella (Reger) Allen. On September 24, 1951 in Bloomfield, Iowa, Charley was united in marriage to Wilma "Sis" Eyler who preceded him in death on October 19, 2013. He was also preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Lila Mae Lay and Deloris ...

Gerald Paul Allen III

(Apr 04, 1963 - May 14, 2018)

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Gerald Paul Allen III, 55, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Monday May 14, 2018 at Boone Hospital in Columbia, Missouri.

The son of Gerald Paul and Donna Jean (Dudley) Allen II, he was born April 4, 1963 in Warren, Ohio.

Gerald is survived by his mother Donna Allen of Trenton, MO; two daughters,, Breanna Allen of Kirksville, MO, and Kristina Allen of Warren, OH; three brothers, John Allen of Warren, OH, James Allen of Kirksville ...

Naomi Frances (Lunsford) Allen

(Jan 16, 1920 - Sep 08, 2014)

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Naomi Frances (Lunsford) Allen, 94, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Monday (September 8, 2014) at Grandview Health Care in Washington, Missouri.

Naomi was born January 16, 1920 north of Green City, Missouri, the daughter of Lemvel F. and Gladys (Kelly) Lunsford. She was united in marriage to Wayne D. Allen on November 27, 1940, who preceded her in death on January 10, 1991.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, one daughter, Judith ...

Buddy Leo Ambrosia

(Jan 30, 1950 - Oct 16, 2019)

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Buddy Leo Ambrosia, of rural Adair County, passed away Wednesday evening, October 16th, at the Harry S Truman Memorial Veterans Hospital in Columbia, Missouri, following a lengthy illness. He was 69 years old.

The son of Leo P. and Annalu (Erwin) Ambrosia, Buddy was born January 30, 1950, in Kirksville, Missouri. He was educated at Oak Grove and Willmathsville rural schools, Kirksville High School, and Brashear High School, where he graduated in 1968. Buddy was ...

Ray Edwin Ambrosia

(Sep 21, 1925 - Jan 17, 2017)

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Ray Edwin Ambrosia, 91, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Tuesday (January 17, 2017) at his home.

The son of Arliss R. and Hallie A. (Starbuck) Ambrosia, he was born September 21, 1925 in Greensburg, Missouri. He married Betty Hamilton and to this union two daughters and a son were born. On May 8, 1977, in Brashear, Missouri, Ray married Viola Patterson.

Ray was preceded in death by his wife Viola, one son in infancy, one ...

Joy (Burke) Amon

(Mar 29, 1948 - Apr 11, 2014)

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Joy Amon “JoJo” wemt to Heaven Friday April 11, 2014 after a lengthy illness.

The daughter of Floyd and Alrene (Anderson) Burke, she was born March 29, 1948 in Holston, Virginia.

JoJo is survived by two sons and a daughter-in-law, Dean Stephens of Kirksville, MO and Bobby “Bubba” and Holly Stephens of Brashear, MO; one daughter and son-in-law, Tammy and William Bunch of Kirksville, MO; son of the heart, Andy Jackson and wife Tina of ...

Bertha Juanita Anderson

(Mar 06, 1913 - Dec 15, 2012)

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Bertha Juanita (Williams) Anderson, 99, of Green Castle, Missouri, passed away Saturday (December 15, 2012) at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville.

The daughter of Jesse and Wardie F. (Beck) Williams, she was born March 6, 1913 in Green Castle, Missouri. On June 29, 1937 in Huntsville, Missouri, Bertha was united in marriage to Charles Stage Anderson, who preceded her in death on July 9, 1984.

She was also preceded in death by her parents ...

Carol Jeanette Anderson

(Mar 31, 1934 - Apr 13, 2012)

Jeanette Anderson, 78, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Friday (April 13, 2012) at the Moberly Nursing & Rehab under Hospice care.

The daughter of Obert Carmie and Nita Faye (Shaw) Bradshaw, she was born March 31, 1934 in Hartford, Missouri. On June 28, 1954, Jeanette was married Linden Eitel and they were married twenty-seven years. On May 18, 1986, she married Don Anderson who preceded her in death.

She was also preceded in death by ...

James Stryker Anderson

(Jul 05, 2014 - Feb 08, 2016)

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James Stryker Anderson, 19 month old son of Jesse and Joni (Parish) Anderson of Lucerne, Missouri, left the suffering of this world to enjoy the eternal riches of our heavenly Father at 6:05 a.m. Monday, February 8, 2016 after a year long battle against two rare and baffling diseases living in a hospital for a chance at hope for a healthy life.

Stryker fought bravely and joyfully as the 1st infant reported with ...

Mary Louise (Daniel) Anderson

(Jun 17, 1935 - Jun 17, 2021)

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Mary Louise (Daniel) Anderson, 86, of Green Castle, Missouri, passed away Thursday, June 17, 2021 at her home.

Mary was born the daughter of the late Roy Edwin and Alice (Ray) Daniel on June 17, 1935 in Green Castle, Missouri. On July 8, 1976 in Smithville, Missouri, Mary was united in marriage to Ernest Warren Anderson who preceded her in death on October 22, 2014. She was also preceded in death by her son, Richard ...

Richard "Rick" Anderson

(Jun 11, 1953 - Feb 12, 2020)

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Richard “Rick” Anderson passed away peacefully at home, February 12, 2020 in Laurie, MO at the age of 66.

Rick is survived by his wife of 48 years, Rhonda of the home. Two daughters and sons-in-law, Renee (Charles) Truitt of Kirksville, MO and Rochelle (James) Glaspie of Sunrise Beach, MO, two grandchildren, Wyatt Truitt and Ivy Anderson. Two sisters Deborah (James) Hartman of St. Louis, MO, Angeline (Ron) Moots of Galena, KS. Sisters-in-law Roxanna Reynolds ...

Thelma Pearl (Schubert) Anderson

(May 16, 1917 - Sep 24, 2013)

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Thelma Pearl (Schubert) Anderson, 96, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Tuesday (September 24, 2013) at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville.

Mrs. Anderson was born May 16, 1917 in rural Schuyler County, the daughter of Lou and Louise (Snowbarger) Schubert. On January 22, 1941 in Kirksville, Missouri, Thelma was united in marriage to Eugene Anderson who preceded her in death on August 4, 2007, after sixty-six years of marriage.

She was also preceded in death ...

John Emanuel Anesi

(Dec 31, 1912 - Sep 30, 2012)

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John Emanuel Anesi, 99, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Sunday (September 30, 2012) at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville.

The son of Lewis and Teresa (Cherry) Anesi, he was born December 31, 1912 in Novinger, Missouri. He was united in marriage to Rena Maybell Hobbs who preceded him in death. He later married Margaret King.

His parents; one daughter, Patsy Smith; four brothers, Joe, Sielo, Pete and Jimmy Anesi; one sister, Mary Fickel and ...

Zerada Helen (Rogers) Archer

(Jul 15, 1923 - Aug 21, 2018)

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Zerada Helen (Rogers) Archer, 95, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, August 21, 2018 at Twin Pines Adult Care Center in Kirksville.

Born July 15, 1923 in Gifford, Missouri, Zerada was the daughter of the late Lacy and Dessie (Steele) Rogers. On August 14, 1941, Zerada was united in marriage to Samuel E. Mossbarger who preceded her in death on November 29, 1962. On August 21, 1974, she married Wilbur E. Archer who preceded her ...

Amber Dee (Speaks) Armstrong

(Feb 09, 1965 - Jan 01, 2021)

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Amber Dee (Speaks) Armstrong, 55, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly, Friday, January 1, 2021 at her home.

The daughter of Robert Gary Speaks and Theresa Maureen (Kelly) McClellan, she was born February 9, 1965 in Cheyenne Wells, Colorado.

Amber is survived by her mother and step-father, Theresa and Dannie McClellan of Kirksville, MO; one son Tyler (Tiffany Easley) Armstrong of Kirksville, MO; two daughters, Tonya Tucker (Denver Nichols) of Lancaster, MO, and Kristen Greene ...

Kimberly Danen McKim

(Dec 22, 1970 - May 17, 2016)

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Kimberly Danen McKim passed away Tuesday May 17, 2016 in Baring, Missouri, from terminal cancer.

She is the daughter of John McKim of Kirksville, Missouri, and Barbara Salsberry Burke of Baring, Missouri.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents Edwin and Margie Salsberry, Charles McKim and Gladys Claybrook.

She is survived by her parents and siblings, Charles McKim of Kirksville, Shawn McKim of Kirksville, Tasha McKim of Edina, Missouri, Janet Kracht of New York ...

Debra Lynn (Phelps) Arnold

(Apr 07, 1956 - May 01, 2014)

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Debra Lynn (Phelps) Arnold, 58, of Haskell, Oklahoma, passed away Thursday (May 1, 2014) at Saint Francis Health Systems in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

The daughter of Keith Raymond and Vaunda Mae (Pipes) Phelps Jr., she was born April 7, 1956 in Kirksville, Missouri. On June 1, 1975 in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Debra was united in marriage to J.B. Arnold.

Debra is survived by husband J.B.; her mother, Vaunda Phelps of Queen City, MO; one son ...

Jessie Ola (VanLaningham) Asher

(May 30, 1928 - Mar 25, 2014)

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Jessie Ola (VanLaningham) Asher, 85, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Tuesday (March 25, 2014) at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville.

The daughter of Dee Jonas and Esther Emma (Ewing) VanLaningham, she was born Mary 30, 1928 in Kirksville, Missouri. On October 29, 1945, Jessie was united in marriage to Francis “Bud” Asher who preceded her in death on November 3, 1994.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, and three sisters, Anna ...

Robert "Bob" Thomas Ashmore

(Jun 28, 1950 - Nov 05, 2023)

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Robert “Bob” Thomas Ashmore, 73, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Sunday, November 5, 2023 at Boone Hospital in Columbia, Missouri.

Born June 28, 1950 in Oroville, California, Bob was the son of the late Woodrow William and Arlene Marie "Phyllis" (Crockett) Ashmore. He was also preceded in death by one nephew, James Bice, and one brother-in-law, Bill Helmick. On April 8, 1980 in Columbia, Missouri, Bob was united in marriage to Theresa Murphy and to ...

Delbert Lee Atchley

(Aug 15, 1935 - Oct 16, 2022)

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Delbert Lee Atchley, 87, of Novinger, Missouri, passed away Sunday, October 16, 2022 at his home.

Delbert was born on August 15, 1935 to Sam and Cena (Vice) Atchley in Pure Air, Missouri. On December 13, 1997 Delbert was united in marriage to Debbie Hatfield and they were able to spend forty-seven years together.

Delbert is survived by three children, Marc Atchley and friend Zia Yardley of Olathe, KS, Brent (Trina) Atchley of Novinger, MO ...

Doris Ilene (Helton) Atchley

(Apr 18, 1935 - May 03, 2021)

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Doris Ilene (Helton) Atchley, 86, of Novinger, Missouri, passed away peacefully, Monday, May 3, 2021 at her home under the care of Hospice of Northeast Missouri, surrounded by family.

The daughter of the late Ovel and Edna Marie (Henry) Helton, she was born April 18, 1935 in Lineville, Iowa. While working the Pig Stand, she met the love of her life, Ivan Don Atchley and they were married July 26, 1953 in Las Cruces, New ...

Gwen Elizabeth (Jones) Athon

(Sep 19, 1935 - Jan 31, 2017)

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Gwen E. Athon, 81, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at Bickford Cottage in Burlington, Iowa.
The daughter of Glen and Alta (Truitt) Jones, she was born September 19, 1935 in Southwestern Adair County. On October 22, 1955 she married Donald Athon in Kirksville, Missouri. He preceded her in death on October 27, 2001. They had one daughter, Donna Sue, and one son, Gregory (stillborn).
She is preceded in death by her ...

Larry Dean Athon

(May 09, 1940 - Nov 04, 2023)

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Larry Dean Athon, 83, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Saturday, November 4, 2023 at The Pines in Kirksville.

Born May 9, 1940 in Pure Air, Missouri, Larry was the son of the late Ernal Ross and Opal Lenora (Wiedenkofer) Athon. Larry was also preceded in death by five brothers, Everett, Kenneth, Ernall Lee, Donald, and Asa; three sisters, Velma Waddill, Evelyn Pettit, and Sharon Kay Snow; his granddaughter, Sarah Frances Athon, and his special friend ...

Lois Kay Athon

(Apr 27, 1945 - Aug 15, 2012)

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Lois Kay (Poston) Athon, 67, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Wednesday (August 15, 2012) at Twin Pines Adult Care Center.

Born April 27, 1945 in Kirksville, Missouri, she was the daughter of William Lee and Lenora Katherine (Evans) Poston.

On September 21, 1963 in Kirksville, Missouri, Lois was united in marriage to Asa Vance Athon.

Lois is survived one daughter, Pamela Joyce and husband Cecil Warren; one son, Timothy Charles and Wife Angela Athon; six ...

Kenneth Deon "Kenny" Attebery

(Sep 15, 1961 - Nov 23, 2013)

Kenny Deon Attebery, 52, of Greentop, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly, Saturday (November 23, 2013) at his home.

The son of Gerald Dee and Peggy Sue (Fiedler) Attebery, he was born September 15, 1961 in Kirksville, Missouri.

Kenny is survived by his mother, Peggy Sue Drumond of Queen City, MO; one son, Chase Attebery of Kirksville, MO; one daughter and son-in-law, Chelsey and Tyson Bradshaw of Fayette, MO; one sister and brother-in-law, Debbi and Kerry McGee ...

Nancy Kay (Roberts) Atwell

(Dec 09, 1969 - Aug 15, 2021)

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Nancy Kay (Roberts) Atwell, 51, of Greentop, Missouri, passed away Sunday, August 15, 2021 at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville.

Nancy was born December 9, 1969 in Lancaster, Missouri, the daughter of Richard and Kathyln (Hart) Roberts. On August 5, 2009 in Plano, Iowa, Nancy was united in marriage to Jeff Atwell.

Nancy is survived by her husband Jeff Atwell of Greentop, MO; her father Richard (Kathy) Roberts of Kirksville, MO; one son, Craig ...

Sharon Kay Austin

(May 11, 1942 - May 25, 2019)

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Sharon Kay Austin, 77, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Saturday, May 25, 2019 at Kirksville Manor Care Center.

The daughter of the late Turner Lamar and Armanda Helen (Bears) Austin, she was born May 11, 1942 in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Sharon is survived by one daughter, Paula Hatcher and husband Michael of Lansing, MI; two brothers, James Austin and wife Megan of Donnellson, IA, and Mike Austin and wife Kathy of Ethel, MO; and one ...

Mary Ione (Rouse) Avey

(Oct 03, 1964 - Jul 19, 2016)

Mary Ione (Rouse) Avey, 51, of Lehigh, Iowa, passed away suddenly Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at her home.

She was born October 3, 1964 in Centerville, Iowa, the daughter of the late Orville and Mrytel (Roberts) Rouse. She was united in marriage to Rick Avey in Webster City, Iowa.

Mary is survived by her husband Rick of the home; three children, Lesslie (Megan) Rouse, Sassha (Jerry Hart) Sherrow, and Brandon Minear; ten grandchildren; three brothers ...

John Ross Axsom

(Sep 09, 1980 - Feb 25, 2023)

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John Ross Axsom, 42, passed away Saturday, February 25, 2023. He was born in Trenton, MO on September 9, 1980 to Benard C. and Janet M. (Brown) Axsom.

John graduated from Princeton High School in 1999. He was a dispatcher/jailer for the Grundy County Sheriff’s Department, then a corrections officer with the Adair County Sheriff’s Department prior to promotion to Jail Administrator in 2009. John was an instructor for the Missouri Sheriff ...