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Thelma Alice (Downen) Betz
(May 06, 1934 - Jun 28, 2025)
Thelma Alice (Downen) Betz, 91 years old of Trenton, MO., left this world to walk with her lord and savior on June 28, 2025.
Thelma was born at home in Stahl, MO. on May 6, 1934 to Joel and Lora (Davis) Downen. On May 25, 1969, Thelma was united in marriage to Bill Betz at their home in rural Grundy County, celebrating 54 years of marriage before his death in 2023.
She is survived by daughters Mitzi (Rusty) Wilson of Kirksville, MO., Patti (Jon) Shannon of Trenton, MO., and Susan (Greg) Nedrow of Oklahoma. Two sons, Mike (Robin) Betz of Trenton, MO. and Bill (Jackie) Betz of Las Vegas. Grandchildren, Jeremy (Mary) Eads of Spickard, MO., Lance (Theresa) Eads of Kirksville, MO., Daniel Betz of Bethany, Amy Ellis, Jessica Standiford, Alyssa Miller, Aiden Stevenson, Christopher and Scott Valladares, Jason (Sunny) Nedrow, and Terrell Nedrow. Great Grandchildren Cymber (Hayden) Coin, Ceiren ...
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Wilma Grace (Anderson) King
(Jan 03, 1935 - Jun 29, 2025)
Wilma Grace (Anderson) King, 90, of Novinger, Missouri, passed away Sunday, June 29, 2025 at her home.
Born January 3, 1935 in Downers Grove, Illinois, Wilma was the daughter of Elmer P. and Grace Melissie (Ceranek) Anderson. On August 9, 1952 in Aurora, Illinois, Wilma was united in marriage to Richard W. King who preceded her in death on May 17, 2017. She was also preceded in death by two sons, Robby and Rory King ...
Thomas Hal Steenson
(Oct 14, 1948 - Jun 25, 2025)
Thomas Hal Steenson, 76, passed away peacefully on June 18, 2025, in Kirksville, Missouri. He was born on October 14, 1948, in Decatur, Alabama, to Ralph J. Steenson and Beryl Call Steenson.
Hal was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 50 years, Mollie Burgess Steenson, in 2020.
A man devoted to his faith in Christ, Hal committed to ministry early in life. He and Mollie pastored Praise World Outreach in Johnston City, Illinois ...
Lloyd Eugene Sybert
(Oct 24, 1953 - Jun 23, 2025)
Lloyd Eugene Sybert, 71, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Monday, June 23, 2025 at his home.
The son of the late Olen Owen and Mary Gertrude (Guilford) Sybert he was born October 24, 1953 in Fairfax, Missouri. On March 20, 1971 in Tarkio, Missouri, Lloyd was united in marriage to Debra Lou Dukes.
Lloyd is survived by his wife Debra of the home; his son, Heath Sybert of Laramie, WY, and his daughter, Heidi Sybert ...
Arlene Elizabeth Jacques
(Mar 04, 1934 - Jun 23, 2025)
Arlene Elizabeth Jacques, 91, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Monday, June 23, 2025 at Knox County Nursing Home.
Arlene was born on March 4, 1934, in Hurdland, Missouri to Albert and Bertha Diekmann. She graduated from Hurdland High School. Arlene was joined in marriage to Robert (Bob) Jacques on August 12, 1956. Arlene went directly into the workforce after her high school graduation. She held many jobs, but the one job she held for over ...
James Keith "Jim" VanSickel
(Jul 14, 1947 - Jun 20, 2025)
James Keith VanSickel, 77, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Friday, June 20, 2025 at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville.
Born July 14, 1947 in Kirksville, Missouri, Jim was the son of the late Harold David and Margaret Louise (Sparks) VanSickel. He was also preceded in death by two step-sons, Roger and Gary Shrouf. Jim was united in marriage to Wanda Fay Vice in Kirksville.
Jim is survived by his wife, Wanda "Fay" of Kirksville ...
Duane Lee Chrisman
(Dec 09, 1936 - Jun 12, 2025)
Duane Lee Chrisman, 88, of Kirksville, Missouri passed away Thursday June 12, 2025 surrounded by family.
The son of Walter Lee and Mona (Stafford) Chrisman, he was born on December 9, 1936, in Putnam County, Missouri. Duane was united in marriage to Jeanetta Mae VanLaningham on May 31, 1956, in Kirksville, Missouri.
Duane is survived by his wife Jeanetta of 69 years; five daughters Nita Jeffries, Martha Chrisman, Janie (Dick) Weber, Glenda Newell, and Lyn ...
Candy Dea (McDowell) McFarland
(Aug 29, 1970 - Jun 11, 2025)
Candy Dea (McDowell) McFarland, 54, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at Boone Hospital in Columbia, Missouri.
The daughter of the late Darrell Lee and Sharon Kay (Purdue) McDowell, she was born August 29, 1970 in Kirksville, Missouri. Candy is also preceded in death by two daughters, Michelle Gatton, and Heather McFarland, and one grandson, Charles Wyatt.
Candy is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Kristi and Alex Wyatt of Kirksville, MO ...
Gerda Erika (Pawlowski) Pfeiffer
(Aug 07, 1935 - Jun 10, 2025)
Gerda Erika (Pawlowski) Pfeiffer, 89, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville.
The daughter of the late Alfons and Emilie (Frei) Pawlowski, she was born August 7, 1935 in Hamburg, Germany. On December 28, 1973 in Kirksville, Missouri, Gerda was united in marriage to Harold Lloyd Pfeiffer who preceded her in death in 2004. She was also preceded in death by one brother, Heinz Pawlowski, and ...
Joyce Kay (Wood) Johnson
(Feb 05, 1944 - Jun 10, 2025)
Joyce Kay (Wood) Johnson, 81, of Green City, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at Schuyler County Nursing Home in Queen City, Missouri.
Born February 5, 1944 in Kirksville, Missouri, Joyce was the daughter of the late Herbert A. and Mary Wilma (Rhoads) Wood. She was also preceded in death by one brother, Bobby Wood. On April 25, 1971 in Green City, Missouri, Joyce was united in marriage to Walter "Sonny" Johnson who preceded ...