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Loretta Jane (Mosley) McClanahan
(Dec 08, 1938 - May 17, 2026)
Loretta Jane (Mosley) McClanahan passed away Sunday May 17th, 2026, at the University Hospital in Columbia Missouri. She was 87 years old.
Born on December 8th, 1938, in Tipperary, Missouri, Loretta was the daughter of Russell and Mary (Eskra) Mosley. Loretta was united in marriage to the late Larry McClanahan on July 15th, 1957, in Novinger, MO. To this marriage three children were born. Ferrell McClanahan of Kirksville, Lane (Kimberly) McClanahan of Kirksville, and Lori Hatfield of Kirksville. Also surviving are her grandchildren, Kari Hatfield and husband Joe Clubb of Mt Pleasant, IA; Tanner McClanahan of Kirksville; Sherri (Brent) Potter of Novinger; and Haily McClanahan of Des Moines, IA. Great Grandchildren; Raylee Potter, Bryson Potter, Swain McClanahan and Ryder Clubb. Sister, June (Paige) Wilson of Fairfield, IA; Brother, Dean (Sandi) Mosley of Buckner, MO.
Loretta was a graduate of Novinger High School with the class of 1957. Shortly …
Mary Frances (Danner) Cassady
(Jun 29, 1936 - May 16, 2026)
Mary Frances (Danner) Cassady, 89, of Novinger, Missouri, passed away Saturday, May 16, 2026 at Schuyler County Nursing Home.
Born June 29, 1936 in Atlanta, Missouri, Mary was the daughter of James Franklin and Delma Louise (Wellman) Danner. On May 26, 1956 in Kirksville, Missouri, Mary was united in marriage to Donald Cassady who preceded her in death on March 7, 2009. She was also preceded in death by her parents; one daughter, Dauna Rae Cassady; one grandson, Jacob Nance; two sisters, Joyce Sauer and Laura Faye Danner; and one brother Ronald in infancy.
Mary is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Donald Dwayne and Tracy Cassady of Kirksville, MO; two daughters and a son-in-law, Ronda and Darrel Nance of Kahoka, MO, and Robin Cassady of Hannibal, MO; three brothers and sisters-in-law, Jim and Nancy Danner of Booneville, MO, Garry Danner and (Mettie Davis) of Kirksville, MO, and …
Thomas Wesley "Thom" Reger
(Oct 31, 1963 - Apr 12, 2026)
Thomas Wesley "Thom" Reger, 62, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away on April 12, 2026. Born on October 31, 1963, in Milan, Missouri, Thom lived a life marked by dedication to his family, his country, and his community.
Thom proudly served in the United States Army from 1983 to 1991. During his military career, he was stationed in Germany and at Fort Sill, Oklahoma. His years of service reflected his commitment to protecting and serving his nation. After completing his military service, Thom continued to dedicate himself to public service through a long and distinguished career with the Missouri Department of Corrections from 1994 until his retirement in 2019. Beyond his professional accomplishments, Thom found joy in life’s simple pleasures. He was an avid fisherman who cherished time spent on the water. Bowling and playing poker were among his favorite pastimes, and he had a talent for woodworking that showcased …
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Earl Millard Fast
(Jul 05, 1936 - May 15, 2026)
Earl Millard Fast, 89, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Friday, May 15, 2026 at his home.
The son of Glen and Thelma Jewell (Marquardt) Fast, he was born July 5, 1936 in Edina, Missouri. On February 6, 1960 in Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri, Earl was united in marriage to Phyllis Jeanette Smith who preceded him in death on December 21, 1999. He was also preceded in death by two brothers, Billie and Clayton Fast.
…Robert Victor "Bob" Riley
(Aug 11, 1955 - May 12, 2026)
Robert Victor Riley, age 70, of Adair County, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, May 12, 2026. Robert, Bob or Bobby to his close friends and family, was born on August 11, 1955, in Kirksville, MO.
Growing up, Bob was a part-time paper boy for Adair Distributers and later in life was employed by J. Burdman Auto Parts, Golden Eagle Distributing (A-B Budweiser District), Jones Dx Service, Troy Mills Auto Service and Jim Robertson Chevrolet until …
Larry Victor Erwin
(Nov 16, 1958 - May 06, 2026)
Larry "L" Victor Erwin, 67, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at Kirksville Manor Care Center.
"L" was born November 16, 1958 the son of the late Victor Earl and Dorothy "June" (Meeks) Erwin.
He is survived by two sisters, Marilyn (Robert) Wade of Kirksville, MO, and Karolyn Kay Young of Sugarland, TX; as well as several nieces and nephews.
"L's" wish was to be cremated and no service …
Samantha "Sammy" (Sagaser) Hill
(Feb 18, 1930 - May 05, 2026)
Samantha "Sammy" (Sagaser) Hill, 96, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at The Pines in Kirksville.
Samantha was born February 18, 1930 in Atlanta, Missouri, the daughter of Clarence G. and Edolyne S. (Cline) Sagaser. On January 24, 1949 she was married to Charles Wilson Andrews. Jr. of Alamosa, CO. He preceded her in death on August 30, 1965. Two children were born to this union. On September 1, 1968 she …
Janat Ann (Smith) Hudson
(Feb 26, 1934 - May 03, 2026)
Janat Ann Hudson, 92, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at La Plata Nursing Home, surrounded by the love of her family.
Janat was born on February 26, 1934, in Drayton, North Dakota, to Bradley and Bessie Mae Smith. As the youngest of three daughters, she learned early the strength, resilience, and determination that would define her throughout her life. She graduated from Tombstone High School in 1952, where she was recognized …
Joseph Elbert Seay
(May 11, 1934 - Apr 26, 2026)
Joseph Elbert Seay, age 91, passed away on April 26, 2026 at NERMC under Hospice care. He was born on May 11, 1934, in Joplin, Missouri the son of Jasper and Georgia (White) Seay.
On May 3, 1955, in Novinger, Missouri, Joseph was united in marriage to Joanne Ellsworth. She preceded him in death after 63 years of marriage. He was also preceded in death by two brothers, one sister, and one great-granddaughter.
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Thomas Cleeland "Tom" Hays
(Oct 30, 1945 - Apr 25, 2026)
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Thomas Cleeland Hays, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, brother and friend. Tom passed away on Saturday, April 25, on his beautiful farm in southwest Adair County, leaving behind a legacy of respect, kindness, and hard work. Tom was the patriarch of his family, whom he loved fiercely, each and every one. He spent a lifetime tending the land that he loved along the …