Obituaries Archive

Zelta V. (Linhart) Gall

(Jan 09, 1931 - Nov 26, 2019)

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Zelta V. (Linhart) Gall, 88, of Brookfield, Missouri, passed away Monday, November 25, 2019 at the Loch Haven Cottages in Macon, Missouri.

Zelta was born January 9, 1931 the daughter of the late Hallie Wayne and Gusta Leila (Baker) Linhart. She was married to Raymond Gall and to this union four children were born.

Zelta is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, James and Linda Gall of Liberty, MO, and Jerry and Kathy Gall of ...

James E. "Doc" Gardner, D.O.

(Oct 18, 1933 - Dec 21, 2023)

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Doc Gardner led a legendary life.

At 90 years old this Northeast Missouri farm boy, veteran, doctor, businessman, exotic animal trader and rare coin collector, known as “Doc” by those who knew him from his medical career, and “Animal Papa” by those who loved him and are his legacy, passed away in his hometown of Kirksville, Missouri from a heart so big it couldn’t be contained. He passed away at home under the care ...

Richard Eugene "Gene" Gardner

(Oct 23, 1925 - Jan 18, 2018)

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Richard Eugene "Gene" Gardner, 92, of Greentop, Missouri, passed away Thursday, January 18, 2018 at Clarissa C. Cook Hospice in Bettendorf, Iowa.

Born October 23, 1925 in Queen City, Missouri, Richard was the son of the late Jake and Edith (Gillispie) Gardner. On August 26, 1946 in LaPlata, Missouri, Gene was united in marriage to Mary Lee Stoneking.

Gene is survived by his wife Mary of seventy-one years; four sons and two daughters-in-law, Bill and ...

Ruby "Gene" (Draper) Gardner

(Sep 29, 1920 - Jul 06, 2014)

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Ruby “Gene” (Draper) Gardner, 93, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Sunday (July 6, 2014) at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville.

The daughter of Bert and Carrie Bell (Newman) Draper, she was born September 29, 1920 in rural Brashear, Missouri. On January 24, 1942 in Brashear, Gene was united in marriage to Merlyn “Rusty” Gardner who preceded her in death on March 3, 2004.

She was also preceded in death by her parents; two brothers ...

Clyde Virl Garlock

(Mar 11, 1941 - Nov 21, 2019)

Clyde Virl Garlock, 78, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Thursday, November 21, 2019 at Boone Hospital in Columbia, Missouri.

Born March 11, 1941 in Kirksville, Missouri, Clyde was the son of the late Virl and Alverna (Peters) Garlock.

Clyde is survived by one brother, Terry Garlock of Kirksville, MO, and one sister, Anna Marie Newman of Kirksville, MO.

It was Clyde's wish to be cremated and no service be held.

Clyde was a graduate from ...

Dustin William Garman

(Apr 06, 1988 - Oct 05, 2022)

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Dustin William Garman, 34, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, October 5, 2022 at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville, surrounded by his loved ones.

Born April 6, 1988 in Kirksville, Missouri, Dustin was the son of Darrel William and Henrietta (Butler) Garman.

Dustin is survived by his parents, Darrel and Henrietta Garman of Kirksville, MO; one son, Dalen Garman of Kirksville, MO; his nanny, Jessie Marie Garman of Kirksville, MO; one sister and brother-in-law ...

Loren Edward Garman

(Mar 27, 1933 - Jan 15, 2012)

Loren Edward “Buddy” Garman, 78, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Sunday (January 15, 2012) at Twin Pines Adult Care Center in Kirksville.

The son of Roy Edward and Ida Mae (Speaks) Garman, he was born March 27, 1933 in Kirksville, Missouri. On November 26, 1958 in Kirksville, Missouri, Buddy was united in marriage to Jessie Marie Bowen.

Buddy is survived by his wife Marie of fifty-three years; one son and daughter-in-law, Darrell and Henrietta Garman ...

Anna Marie (Barnes) Gashwiler

(Aug 13, 1931 - Oct 31, 2013)

Anna Mae (Barnes) Gashwiler, 82, of Novinger, Missouri, passed away Thursday (October 31, 2013) at Twin Pines Adult Care Center in Kirksville.

The daughter of Earl Newton and Hannah Eldred (West) Barnes, she was born August 13, 1931 in Queen City, Missouri. On February 3, 1952 in Kirksville, Missouri, Anna was united in marriage to Francis Gashwiler.

Anna is survived by her husband Francis of sixty-one years; two sons, Jay Gashwiler of Kirksville, MO and ...

Francis Courtland "Peaches" Gashwiler

(Feb 14, 1921 - Sep 19, 2015)

Francis Courtland "Peaches" Gashwiler, 94, of Novinger, Missouri. passed away Saturday (September 19, 2015) at his home.

The son of Dr. J.S. and Maude Ellen (Novinger) Gashwiler, he was born February 14, 1921 in Novinger, Missouri. On February 3, 1952 in Kirksville, Missouri, Francis was united in marriage to Anna Mae Barnes who preceded him in death on October 31, 2013.

He was also preceded in death by his parents; one daughter, Beth Nichols ...

Francis Jay "Jaybird" Gashwiler

(Jun 07, 1954 - May 25, 2018)

Francis Jay "Jaybird" Gashwiler, 63, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Friday, May 25, 2018 at the LaPlata Nursing Home in LaPlata, Missouri.

The son of the late Francis Courtland "Peaches" and Anna Mae (Barnes) Gashwiler, Jay was born June 7, 1954 in Kirksville, Missouri. He was also preceded in death by one sister, Beth Nichols.

Jay is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Alan Jay and Darcy Gashwiler of Leesburg, GA; two granddaughters, Collins and ...

Samuel Phillip "Sam" Gaskins

(Dec 31, 1947 - Sep 29, 2023)

Sam was born on December 31, 1947 in Pontiac Michigan, shortly after his parents moved to Tampa, Florida where he was raised.

He enlisted into the United States Army in September of 1965 where he was trained as a cable splicer. He did his tour in Vietnam and Okinawa. He continued that trade when he got out of the service. Sam worked in the Telecommunications industry for 40 years as a subcontractor and worked all ...

Theresa Katherine (Ronchetto) Gasperi

(Dec 04, 1917 - Jul 12, 2015)

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Theresa Katherine (Ronchetto) Gasperi, 97, of Novinger, Missouri, passed away Sunday (July 12, 2015) at Twin Pines Adult Care Center in Kirksville.

The daughter of Joe Stephen and Onorina M. (Gay) Ronchetto she was born December 4, 1917 in Novinger, Missouri. On October 14, 1938 in Kirksville, Missouri, Theresa was united in marriage to Charles P. Gasperi who preceded her in death on October 26, 1999.

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

James "Jim" David Gasper

(Oct 01, 1966 - Aug 14, 2018)

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James "Jim" David Gasper, 51, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly, Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at his home.

Born October 1, 1966 in Staunton, Illinois, Jim was the son of James B. and Judith Grace (Groeteka) Gasper. On April 13, 2017 in Macon, Missouri, Jim married Sarah Drennan.

Jim is survived by his wife Sarah of the home; his mother, Judy Gasper of Staunton, IL; two sons, Cory Johnson and fiancée Courtney Hoffman of Florissant ...

Mary Jeanne Gelbach

(Nov 21, 1937 - Jul 31, 2012)

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Mary Jeanne (Stockham) Gelbach, 74, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Tuesday (July 31, 2012) at her home under Hospice care.

The daughter of Carl E. and Rhoda Mae (Barnes) Stockham, she was born November 21, 1937 in Edina, Missouri. On September 1, 1957, Mary Jeanne was united in marriage to Larry Jay Gelbach and to this union two daughters were born.

Mary Jeanne is survived by her two daughters and sons-in-law, Terri Lynn and Doug ...

Diane Mary (Bunge) Gengler

(Nov 15, 1946 - Jan 19, 2022)

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Diane Mary (Bunge) Gengler, 75, of Englewood, Colorado passed away on January 19, 2022.

The daughter Reinhard and Dorthy (Verthein) Bunge, she was born November 15, 1946 in Caledonia, MN. On December 26, 1970 in Caledonia, MN, she was united in marriage to Merle Gengler.

Diane is survived by two daughters, Katherine (Gengler) Coons and husband, Raymond of Englewood, Colorado and Sarah Gengler of Unionville, Missouri; a brother Darrel Bunge and wife Marsha Bunge of ...

Brenda Lou (McCarty) Gentry

(Feb 19, 1955 - Jul 11, 2017)

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Brenda Lou (McCarty) Gentry, 62, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, July 11, 2017 at Boone Hospital in Columbia, Missouri.

Born February 19, 1955 in LaPlata, Missouri, Brenda was the daughter of the late Francis Neal and Mildred Lucille (Rogers) McCarty. On December 9, 1978 in Kirksville, Missouri, Brenda was united in marriage to Ted Gentry and to this union two children were born.

Brenda is survived by one son Blake Joseph Gentry of Cupertino ...

Valeria "Ann" (Goans) Gibson

(Dec 18, 1932 - Dec 21, 2015)

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Valeria Ann (Goans) Gibson, 83, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Monday, (December 21, 2015) at Twin Pines Adult Care Center in Kirksville.

The daughter of Jewel Ernest and Ida Belle (Dickson) Goans, she was born December 18, 1932 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. On November 11, 1956 in Marshall, Missouri, Ann was united in marriage to Jimmie M. Gibson who preceded her in death on October 6, 2000. She was also preceded in death by her parents ...

Margaret E. "Betty" (Poshek) Gill

(Nov 08, 1921 - Jun 16, 2016)

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Margaret E. "Betty" (Poshek) Gill, 94, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Thursday (June 16, 2016) at her home with family present.

The daughter of Joseph and Willa (Greenstreet) Poshek, she was born in Lingo, Missouri, on November 8, 1921.

She married Roderick O. "Bud" Gill on November 1, 1941 in Independence, Missouri, and to this union one daughter Barbara Jo Gill was born.

Margaret worked at the Munnition Plant in Independence, MO before returning to ...

Lois E. (Robison) Gillum

(Jun 19, 1932 - Feb 01, 2020)

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Lois Gillum, 87, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Saturday, February 1, 2020 at The Pines in Kirksville.

Lois was born on June 19, 1932, in Stahl, Missouri the daughter of Harold and Fern (Cooley) Robison. She was raised in eastern Putnam County and attended Green City School before graduating from Unionville High School with the Class of 1950. On February 17, 1951, Lois married Donald Gillum. Four children were born to this union: Michael, LaDonna ...

Mary Catherine (Cowan) Gillum

(Jul 20, 1922 - Mar 15, 2016)

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Mary Catherine (Cowan) Gillum, 93, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, March 15, 2016, at her home.

Mary was born July 20, 1922 in Kirksville, MO the daughter of Victor Clyde and Sylvia Belle (Crooks) Cowan. On December 23, 1943 Mary was united in marriage to Willard Earnest Gillum and they were blessed with three sons.

Mary is survived by three sons and daughters-in-law, John and Janice Gillum, Roger and Ellen Gillum, and Robert and ...

Richard Dale Gingerich

(Oct 03, 1934 - Jan 03, 2018)

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Richard Dale Gingerich, 83, of Springfield, Missouri, (formerly of Greentop, Missouri) passed away Wednesday, January 3, 2018 at Mercy Hospital in Springfield, Missouri.

The son of Lando and Verna (Hersheerger) Gingerich, he was born October 3, 1934 in Kalona, Iowa. On December 3, 1975 in Quincy, Illinois, Richard was united in marriage to Rosetta Major, who survives.

Richard is also survived by four sons, Kim, Kerry, Tony and Terry Gingerich; two daughters, Vicki Casey and ...

Rosetta Lea (Major) Gingerich

(Jun 28, 1934 - Jul 19, 2021)

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Rosetta Lea (Major) Gingerich, 87, passed away Monday, July 19, 2021 at Boone Hospital Center in Columbia, Missouri.

Rosetta was born on June 28, 1934 in Novinger, Missouri, the daughter of Kenneth Theodore and Mary Florence (Dailing) Major. On December 3, 1975 in Quincy, Illinois, Rosetta was united in marriage to Richard Gingerich who preceded her in death on January 3, 2018. She was also preceded in death by three sisters, Beverly Smithers, Patricia Geosling ...

Patricia Ann Patty (Cobb) Girotti

(Dec 11, 1949 - Jan 05, 2024)

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Patricia Ann Patty (Cobb) Girotti, 74, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Friday, January 5, 2024 at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville.

Born December 11, 1949 in Chillicothe, Missouri, Patty was the daughter of Everett Junior and Betty Jean (Beaman) Cobb. On April 7, 1988 in Spencer, Iowa, Patty was united in marriage to John Franklin Girotti.

Patty is survived by her husband John of thirty-five years; two sons, Eric Kelsall of Lancaster, MO, and ...

George Franklin Glaspie

(Mar 06, 1936 - Nov 29, 2023)

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George Franklin Glaspie, CMSGT (Ret.), 87, of Kirksville, Missouri passed away Wednesday, November 29, 2023.

Born March 8, 1936 in Greentop, Missouri, George was the son of the late Delbert and Dollie (Gardner) Glaspie.

George was united in marriage to Elizabeth Irene Gray in 1958.

George is survived by his wife Elizabeth (Liz) of sixty-five years; one son and three daughters, Stuart Glaspie of Chicago, IL, Regina (Gina) Seufert of Tillamook, OR, Teresa (Tari) Glaspie ...

Gerald "Wayne" Glaspie

(Jan 17, 1940 - Mar 04, 2017)

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Gerald "Wayne" Glaspie, 77, of Greentop, Missouri, passed away Saturday, March 4, 2017, at Boone Hospital in Columbia, Missouri.

Born the son of the late Delbert Ivan and Dollie Eunice (Gardner) Glaspie, he was born January 17, 1940 in Queen City, Missouri. On November 15, 1958 in Kirksville, Missouri, Wayne was united in marriage to Wanda Louise Robinson.

Wayne is survived by his wife Wanda of fifty-eight years; one son and daughter-in-law, John and Lisa ...

John Andrew Glaspie

(Jan 13, 1971 - Mar 03, 2016)

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John Andrew Glaspie, 45, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Thursday, March 3, 2016 at Boone Hospital Center in Columbia, Missouri.

Born January 13, 1971 in Kirksville, Missouri, John was the son of Larry and Karen (Maize) Glaspie.

John is survived by his mother, Karen Osborn of Kirksville, MO; his step-father who raised him, Terry Osborn and wife Linda of Elmer, LA; one brother and sister-in-law, Steven and Amy Osborn of Kirksville, MO; one sister, Chris ...

Lois Jean (Flynn) Glaspie

(Apr 10, 1953 - Sep 05, 2017)

Lois Jean (Flynn) Glaspie, 64, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, September 5, 2017 at her home.

The daughter of Norman Guy and Bernice Marie (Ayers) Flynn, Lois was born March 10, 1953 in Worthington, Missouri. Lois was united in marriage to Boe Glaspie forty-four years ago.

Lois is survived by her husband Boe; two sons, Tracy Norman Flynn and James Burl Glaspie; two brothers, Jackie Lynn Flynn and Ronald Keith Flynn; six sisters ...

Jerald Ray Glassford

(Aug 29, 1947 - Oct 03, 2020)

Jerald R. Glassford, 73, of Kirksville died on Saturday, October 3, 2020, at the Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans Hospital in Columbia Missouri.

A private service will be held on Friday, October 9, 2020 at Travis-Noe Funeral Home in Kirksville Missouri.

Mr. Glassford was born August 29, 1947 in Mount Pleasant, Iowa. He was the son of Carl E. Glassford and Virginia R. (Wilson) Glassford. He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam ...

Earl Hart Gleason

(Sep 03, 1928 - Oct 09, 2019)

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Earl Hart Gleason, 91 of Kirksville, MO peacefully passed away Wednesday, October 9, 2019 at The Pines, in Kirksville, MO. He had also been well loved by his “family” at The Arbors, since his residency there in September 2013.

The son of Earl Ray and Emzy Francis (Martin) Gleason, he was born September 3, 1928 in Belleville, IL. On September 23, 1950, in Kirksville, MO, he married Marjorie Luella Reed.

He is survived by one ...

Marjorie Luella Gleason

(Feb 28, 1930 - Mar 26, 2012)

Marjorie (Marge) Luella Gleason, 82, of Kirksville, MO peacefully passed away Monday, March 26, 2012 at Boone Hospital in Columbia, MO.

She was born February 28, 1930 in Putnam County, near Worthington, MO, the daughter of Albert W. and Opal L. (Hartford) Reed. On September 23, 1950, in Kirksville, MO she married Earl Hart Gleason.

Marjorie was preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Mrs. Eugene (Leana) Staudinger; and a brother, Marvin W. Reed ...

Mary "Carolyn" (Martin) Glidewell

(Feb 10, 1931 - Dec 20, 2021)

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Mary "Carolyn" (Martin) Glidewell, 90, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Monday, December 20, 2021 at The Pines in Kirksville.

Born February 10, 1931 in Kirksville, Missouri, Carolyn was the daughter of the late Earl Dewey and Gladys Virginia (Little) Martin.

Carolyn is survived by her daughter Vicki Glidewell of Kirksville, MO and her cousin Sara Trower of Brookfield, MO.

Carolyn was a graduate from Kirksville High School with the Class of 1949. From 1970 to ...

Patricia Marie (Fergason) Glidewell

(Jul 09, 1929 - Jun 19, 2022)

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Patricia Marie (Fergason) Glidewell, 92, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Sunday, June 19, 2022 at The Pines in Kirksville.

Born July 9, 1929 in Kirksville, Missouri (Mulberry area) Pat was the daughter of the late Stephen Charles and Lona (Irons) Fergason. On December 2, 1950 Patricia was united in marriage to Kenneth Granville Jacobs in Kirksville, Missouri who preceded her in death on September 14, 1971. She later married Raymond Glidewell who preceded her in ...

John Richard Goins

(Apr 18, 1943 - Apr 18, 2020)

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John Richard Goins, 77, of Novinger, Missouri, passed away peacefully Saturday, April 18, 2020 at his home with his wife Debby, step-daughter, Heather, and his very special friend Lonny Herrin by his side.

Born April 18, 1943 in Harrisburg, Illinois, John was the late son of Arlin and Ruth (Patton) Goins. On November 13, 1982 in East Peoria, IL, John was united in marriage to Debby Wytcherley.

John is survived by his wife Debby of ...

Earl Eugene Goodwin

(May 05, 1947 - Jun 12, 2019)

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Earl Eugene Goodwin, 72, of Novinger, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly following an automobile accident on Wednesday, June 12, 2019 at the University Missouri Hospital in Columbia, Missouri.

Born May 5, 1947 in Kirksville, Missouri, Earl was the son of the late Clarence and Reta Pauline (Kimmel) Goodwin. On April 27, 1990 in Novinger, Missouri, Earl was united in marriage to Janie Hays.

Earl is survived by two sons, Dakota Goodwin of Novinger, MO and Dental ...

Janie Frances (Hays) Goodwin

(Feb 22, 1942 - Jun 12, 2019)

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Janie Frances (Hays) Goodwin, 77, of Novinger, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly following an automobile accident on Wednesday, June 12, 2019 in Monroe City, Missouri.

Born February 22, 1942 in Novinger, Missouri, Janie was the daughter of the late Walter Leland and Frances (Carter) Hays. On April 27, 1990 in Novinger, Missouri, Janie was united in marriage to Earl Eugene Goodwin.

Janie is survived by two sons, Dakota Goodwin of Novinger, MO, and Dental (Denita Ellis ...

Reta "Pauline" (Kimmel) Goodwin

(Sep 21, 1922 - Feb 20, 2019)

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Reta "Pauline" (Kimmel) Goodwin, 96, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Wednesday February 20, 2019 at Kirksville Manor Care Center.

Born September 21, 1922 in Hartford, Missouri, Pauline was the daughter of the late Frank W. and Eunice Jane (Partin) Kimmel. On June 5, 1946 in Kirksville, Missouri, Pauline was united in marriage to Clarence C. Goodwin who preceded her in death on June 30, 1985. She was also preceded in death by one son Jerry ...

Garnett Leon Gordon

(Apr 29, 1928 - Jul 13, 2012)

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Garnett Leon Gordon, 84, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Friday (July 13, 2012) at the University of Missouri Medical Center in Columbia, MO.

The son of Lyman Wesley and Pansy Victoria (Bennett) Gordon, he was born April 29, 1928 in Adair County, Missouri.

Garnett is survived by one daughter, Sally (Gordon) Emery of Maricopa, AZ; one brother, Gale Gordon of Taft, TX; two grandchildren, Chantelle Watson and Brandon Chad Miller; three great-grandchildren, Trevor Watson, Phoenix ...

Ruth Edith (Egan) Gordon

(Jul 25, 1939 - Aug 05, 2021)

Green Castle, Missouri, passed away Thursday, August 5, 2021 at Kirksville Manor Care.
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Born July 25, 1939 in St. Louis, Missouri, Ruth was the daughter of Paul J. and Edith Louise (Rader) Egan. She married William Gordon on September 14, 1957 in St. Louis, Missouri, who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by one brother, Paul J. Egan Jr., and two sisters, Rose Emmons, and ...

Debra Jan (Bunch) Gordy

(Sep 23, 1957 - May 06, 2020)

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Debra Jan (Bunch) Gordy, 62, of Kirksville, Misosuri, passed away unexpectedly, Wednesday, May 6, 2020 at the University Missouri Hospital in Columbia, Missouri.

The daughter of Billy Dee and Janet Ruth (Harker) Bunch, she was born September 23, 1957 in Kirksville, Missouri. On February 14, 1981 in Kirksville, Missouri, she was united in marriage to Veldon Gordy.

Debbie is survived by her husband, Veldon of thirty-nine years; her father, Billy Dee Bunch of Kirksville, MO ...

Vernon Lee Gordy

(Aug 17, 1961 - Dec 27, 2023)

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Vernon Lee Gordy, 62,of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, December 27, 2023 at the University Missouri Hospital in Columbia, Missouri.

Born August 17, 1961 in Centerville, Iowa, Vernon was the son of the late Donald Vance and Wanda Louise (Johnson) Gordy. On March 4, 1989 in Kirksville, Missouri, Vernon was united in marriage to Dana Sue Bunch.

Vernon is survived by his wife Dana of thirty-four years; three brothers and a sister-in-law, Volney Gordy ...

K. June (Pipes) Goring

(Jun 24, 1920 - Apr 25, 2014)

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K. June (Pipes) Goring, 93, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Friday April 25, 2014 at her home.

The daughter of S. Curtis and Orpha E (Truitt) Pipes, she was born June 24, 1920 in Green Castle, Missouri. She received her education and lived most of her life in Adair County.

June was united in marriage on June 30, 1937 to Herbert Daniel and they had two sons, JC and Bill Daniel. On September 28, 1963 ...

Norma Lou (Reese) Goucher

(Jun 11, 1926 - Jul 10, 2018)

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Norma Lou (Reese) Goucher, 92, of Novinger, Missouri passed away peacefully Tuesday, July 10, 2018 while residing at The Arbors at Highland Crest in Kirksville.

The daughter of Merriett Elisha and Sadie Della (Johnson) Reese, she was born on June 11, 1926 at the Reese farm two miles south of Novinger in Adair County, Missouri. On May 3, 1947, in Queen City, Missouri, Norma was united in marriage to Bobby Lee Goucher, who preceded her ...

Peggy Sue (Weekley) Gray

(Jan 07, 1958 - Dec 09, 2022)

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Peggy Sue (Weekley) Gray, 64, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly, Friday, December 9, 2022 at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville.

The daughter of the late Harvey and Dorothy (Reed) Weekley, she was born January 7, 1958 in Iowa City, Iowa. She married Charles Eugene Craig Jr. who preceded her in death on October 21, 2022. She was also preceded in death by one brother, Clarence Will Weekley.

Peggy is survived by one son ...

Dean Selby Green

(Jun 12, 1939 - Dec 13, 2021)

Dean Selby Green, 82, of LaPlata, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Monday, December 13, 2021.

Born June 12, 1939 in Kirksville, Missouri, Dean was the son of the late Aubrey Benjamin and Wilma Cecile (Guy) Green. On July 27, 1959 in Millard, Missouri, Dean was united in marriage to Barbara Faye Campbell.

Dean is survived by his wife Barbara of sixty-one years; one son and daughter-in-law, Thomas Dean and Kim Green of ...

Bobby Dean Greenstreet

(Jul 27, 1952 - Nov 26, 2020)

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Bobby Dean Greenstreet, 68, of LaPlata, Missouri, passed away Thursday, November 26, 2020 at Liberty Hospital in Liberty, Missouri.

The son of Richard Dean and Marie Holliday (Shelton) Greenstreet, he was born July 27, 1952 in Kirksville, Missouri. On September 30, 1972 in Kirksville, Missouri, Bobby was united in marriage to Ina Sue Gentry who preceded him in death on January 18, 2002. He was also preceded in death by his parents, and two sisters ...

Mary Esther (Mathes) Greenstreet

(Oct 26, 1942 - Jan 30, 2021)

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Mary Esther (Mathes) Greenstreet, 78, of Queen City, Missouri, passed away Saturday, January 30, 2021 at Kirksville Manor Care Center.

The daughter of the late Rollie Arthur and Thelma Mae (Grissom) Mathes, she was born October 26, 1942 in Kirksville, Missouri. On October 8, 1961 in Kirksville, Mary was united in marriage to Thomas Eugene Greenstreet who preceded her in death on April 2, 2013. She was also preceded in death by one sister, Leticia ...

Thomas Eugene "Tom" Greenstreet

(Nov 19, 1941 - Apr 02, 2013)

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Tom Greenstreet, 71, of Queen City, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, April 2, 2013 at his home.

He was the son of Carl J. and Opal Greenstreet; Tom was born on November 19, 1941 in Denver, Colorado. On October 8, 1961 in Kirksville, he married Mary Mathes.

Tom is survived by his wife; two children, Todd and wife Kathy Greenstreet of Downing, Missouri, and Lisa (Greenstreet) Moore and close friend Bill Fugate of Lancaster, Missouri; Jessica ...

Darrel Curtis Gregory

(Feb 23, 1950 - Jan 21, 2013)

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Darrel Curtis Gregory, 62, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Monday (January 21, 2013) at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville.

The son of James Vernon and Garnet Lillian (Grubb) Gregory, he was born February 23, 1950 in Waterloo, Iowa. On September 29, 1972 in Kirksville, Missouri, Darrel was united in marriage to Cathy Dawn Blacksmith.

Darrel is survived by his wife Cathy of forty years; one son and daughter-in-law, Travis and Megan Gregory of Columbia ...

Levena Irene (Turner) Gregory

(Oct 03, 1924 - Feb 13, 2013)

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Levena Irene (Turner) Gregory, 88, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Wednesday (February 13, 2013) at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville.

Born October 3, 1924 in Kirksville, Levena was the daughter of Roy Lester and Myrtle Olive (Darnell) Turner. On January 31, 1948 in Edina, Missouri, Levena was united in marriage to Alden Glen Gregory, who passed away January 20, 1987.

Levena was also preceded in death by her parents and five brothers: Charles, Tommy ...

Levena Irene Gregory

(Oct 03, 1924 - Feb 13, 2013)

Levena Irene (Turner) Gregory, 88, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Wednesday (February 13, 2013) at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville.

Born October 3, 1924 in Kirksville, Levena was the daughter of Roy Lester and Myrtle Olive (Darnell) Turner. On January 31, 1948 in Edina, Missouri, Levena was united in marriage to Alden Glen Gregory, who passed away January 20, 1987.

Levena was also preceded in death by her parents and five brothers: Charles, Tommy ...

Marvin Lewis Gregory

(Oct 20, 1924 - Nov 30, 2014)

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Marvin Lewis Gregory, 90, of Greentop, Missouri, passed away Sunday (November 30, 2014) at Schuyler County Nursing Home in Queen City, Missouri.

The son of Luther and LouElla (Buchanan) Gregory, he was born October 20, 1924 in Greentop, Missouri. On March 8, 1947 in Star, North Carolina, Marvin was united in marriage to Mildred Louise Colvard who preceded him in death in November of 1989. On April 18, 1992 in Greentop, Missouri, Marvin married Kay ...

Richard Marion "Dick" Gregory

(Apr 15, 1932 - Apr 18, 2021)

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Richard Marion "Dick" Gregory, 89, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly, Sunday April 18, 2021 at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville.

The son of the late Dennis E. and Lola O. (Filkins) Gregory, Dick was born April 15, 1932 in Kirksville, Missouri. On January 27, 1967 in St. Clair, Missouri, Dick was united in marriage to Jeannette Coffman.

Dick is survived by his wife, Jeannette of fifty-four years; one daughter and son-in-law, Lisa Gregory ...

Anthony "Tony" Thomas Grgurich

(May 16, 1920 - May 27, 2015)

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Anthony "Tony" Thomas Grgurich, 95, of Novinger, Missouri, passed away Wednesday (May 27, 2015) at his home.

The son of Matthew and Josephine (Skender) Grgurich, he was born May 16, 1920 in Novinger, Missouri. Tony was united in marriage on May 5, 1950 in Kirksville to Bonita Jean Daubresse, who preceded him in death on April 29, 2012.

He was also preceded in death by his parents; five brothers, Frank, Jack, Joe, Jake and Melvin ...

Bonita Jean Grgurich

(Aug 24, 1928 - Apr 29, 2012)

Bonita “Jean” Grgurich, 83, of Novinger, Missouri, passed away Sunday (April 29, 2012) at her home.

The daughter of Henry and Bernice (Suhr) Daubresse, she was born August 24, 1928 in Macon County, Missouri. On May 5, 1950 in Kirksville, Missouri, Jean was united in marriage to Anthony “Tony” Grgurich.

Jean is survived by her husband Tony of sixty-one years; two sons and daughters-in-law, Mark and Kathy Grgurich of Novinger, MO, and Larry and Linda ...

Frank Grgurich

(Apr 02, 1947 - Feb 07, 2019)

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Frank Grgurich, 71, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Thursday, February 7, 2019 at his home, with his family by his side, while under Hospice care.

The son of the late Jakie Eugene and Valeria (Jakubiak) Grgurich, he was born April 2, 1947 in Novinger, Missouri. On September 10, 1966 in Kirksville, Missouri, Frank was united in marriage to Debra Lile.

Frank is survived by his wife Debra of fifty-two years; three sons and two daughters-in-law ...

Jakie Eugene Grgurich

(Jul 25, 1917 - Sep 04, 2013)

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Jakie Eugene Grgurich, 96, of Novinger, Missouri, passed away Wednesday (September 4, 2013).

The son of Matthew and Josephine (Skender) Grgurich, he was born July 25, 1917 in Novinger, Missouri. On June 30, 1945, in Liege, Belgium, Jakie was united in marriage to Valeria Jakubiak after meeting her while serving in WWII. She preceded him in death on March 19, 2005.

He was also preceded in death by his parents, four brothers, and two sisters ...

James Andrew "Andy" Grgurich

(Aug 06, 1961 - Mar 12, 2022)

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James (Andy) Andrew Grgurich, 60, of Novinger Missouri, passed away Saturday March 12, 2022 at his home, with his wife and family by his side.

The son of the late Jakie Eugene and Valeria (Jakubiak) Grgurich, he was born August 6, 1961 in Kirksville, Missouri. On November 19, 1994, Andy was united in marriage to Tammy Higgins at Mary Immaculate Church in Kirksville, MO.

Andy is survived by his wife Tammy of 27 years; sister-in-law ...

Kathy Lee (Childers) Grgurich

(Dec 02, 1953 - Sep 13, 2016)

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Kathy Lee (Childers) Grgurich of Shibley’s Point, Missouri received the most important call of her life late Tuesday evening, September 13, 2016. And, as was custom in her house, she answered. It was time to go Home; Jesus wanted her in His arms. Kathy was surrounded by loving family members at the time and had been blessed to be with her family and friends for many days leading up to her death.
Kathy was ...

Gary Griffel

(Jun 11, 1936 - Aug 25, 2012)

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Gary Griffel, 76, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Saturday (August 25, 2012) at his home under Hospice care.

The son of Marc Ralph and Ruth Esther (Gulick) Griffel, he was born June 11, 1936 in Burlington, Iowa. On April 18, 1959 in Burlington, IA, Gary was united in marriage to Jane McCann.

Gary is survived by two sons and a daughter-in-law, Kevin and Annette Griffel of Kirksville, MO and Kurt Griffel of Kissimmee, FL; three ...

Ola Mae (Talbert) Griffitts

(Feb 16, 1926 - Aug 15, 2023)

Ola Mae (Talbert) Griffitts, 97, of Queen City, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, August 15, 2023 at the Schuyler County Nursing Home in Queen City.

The daughter of the late Luther Otto and Ethel Mae (Soloman) Talbert, she was born February 16, 1926 in Greentop, Missouri. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Wilbur Griffitts; one son, Ronnie Griffitts, and two grandsons.

Ola is survived by one son, Russell Griffitts of Columbia, MO; one ...

Caren Jean (Nelson) Griggs

(May 06, 1953 - Oct 22, 2021)

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Caren Jean Griggs passed peacefully on October 22, 2021, at the age of 68. Caren was born in Turlock, Ca, moving to Missouri in her teen years and graduating from Macon High School. Caren married the only love of her life, David Kent Griggs in 1971.

Caren was preceded in death by her husband, David, her parents, and one grandchild, Sydney. Caren and David had three children, Danica wife of Ron Collinge of Kirksville, Mo ...

William Mohr Griggs

(Feb 14, 1947 - Jul 30, 2022)

William Mohr Griggs, 75, of Green Castle, Missouri, passed away Saturday, July 30, 2022 at his home.

Born February 14, 1947 in Morris, Illinois, Bill was the son of the late Milford and Berniece (Comrie) Griggs. He was also preceded in death by one sister.

Bill is survived by his best friend and companion, Carol Blaha of Green Castle, MO.

Bill was raised in Illinois where he attended high school and college. He served in ...

Billy Dean Griswold

(Dec 10, 1935 - Jan 09, 2014)

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Billy Dean Griswold, 78, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Thursday (January 9, 2014) at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville.

The son of Frank Herman and Eunice Edna (Wilson) Griswold, he was born December 10, 1935 in Brashear, Missouri. On November 23, 1955 in Kirksville, Missouri, Billy was united in marriage to Juanita “Louise” Ledford who preceded him in death on January 18, 2013.

He was also preceded in death by his parents and one ...

Donnie Herman Griswold

(Sep 19, 1946 - Dec 31, 2020)

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Donnie Herman Griswold, 74, of Queen City, Missouri, took The final step of his Journey through this life and stepped into the portal of Heaven on December 31, 2020 at Harry S. Truman Memorial Veteran's Hospital in Columbia, Missouri.

The son of Frank Herman and Eunice Edna (Wilson) Griswold, he was born September 19, 1946 in Brashear, Missouri. On April 21, 1967 Donnie married Patricia Hooker and to this union two sons were born, Stephen ...

Juanita Louise Griswold

(Sep 24, 1937 - Jan 18, 2013)

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Juanita “Louise” (Ledford) Griswold, 75, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly, Friday (January 18, 2013) at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville.

The daughter of James “Merald” and Daisy Halene (Billington) Ledford, she was born September 24, 1937 in Adair County, Missouri. On November 23, 1955 in Kirksville, Missouri, Louise was united in marriage to Bill Griswold.

Louise is survived by her husband, Bill of fifty-seven years; one son Steve Griswold of Kirksville, MO; one ...

Willa Dean (Wood) Groseclose

(May 26, 1931 - Jun 01, 2019)

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Willa Dean (Wood) Groseclose, 88, of Huntsville, Missouri, formerly of Kirksville, passed away Saturday, May 31, 2019 at the University Missouri Hospital in Columbia.

The daughter of the late William Earl and Martha Lea (Lowe) Wood, she was born May 26, 1931 in Gifford, Missouri. Willa was united in marriage to Harold Groseclose in March of 1987 in Columbia, Missouri.

Willa is survived by her husband Harold of the home; two step-sons, Michael Groseclose of ...

Shirley Jo Guffey

(Nov 12, 1952 - Feb 21, 2020)

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Shirley Jo Guffey, 67, of Greentop, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly, Friday, February 21, 2020 at her home.

The daughter of Richard Laverne and Carmita Sue (Nelson) Guffey, she was born November 12, 1952 in Davenport, Iowa. She was preceded in death by her father and two nephews, Peter Humphrey and Dylan Robbins.

Shirley is survived by her mother, Carmita Guffey of Greentop, MO; two sisters, Renelda and Ragene Guffey, as well as several nephews and ...

Wade Palmer Gunnels

(Aug 06, 1945 - May 09, 2014)

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Wade Palmer Gunnels, 68, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Friday (May 9, 2014) at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville.

The son of William Pearl and Mollie Lissie (Rogers) Gunnels, he was born August 6, 1945 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. On June 26, 1966, Wade was united in marriage to Bobby June Hamilton who preceded him in death on July 30, 2007. He was also preceded in death by his parents.

Wade is survived by ...