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John Henry "Jack" Schlepphorst
(Feb 15, 1931 - Feb 11, 2026)
John Henry "Jack" Schlepphorst, four days shy of his 95th birthday, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2026.
Born in Memphis MO, February 15, 1931, raised in Edina MO & graduated from St Joseph’s Catholic High School. John lived a full and faithful life rooted in service to the Catholic Church, service to our country, hard work, family, and tradition. He proudly served his country as a veteran of the United States Navy. Following his military service, he built a long and dedicated career with General Motors, retiring after many years of hard work and commitment. He was also a proud member of UAW Local 599 and VFW Post 8236.
On July 26, 1953, he married the love of his life, Mary Theresa White. Together they built a legacy that now spans five generations.
John was preceded in death by his parents, John Henry Schlepphorst and Gertrude Aquinata Delaney ...
Randy Eugene Cowan
(Jul 31, 1955 - Feb 11, 2026)
Randy Eugene Cowan, 70, of Kirksville, passed away on February 11, 2026, at Northeast Regional Medical Center, surrounded by family and friends.
Randy was born on July 31, 1955, in Kirksville, Missouri, to Linda (Powell) Warrington. He spent much of his childhood on a farm with his grandparents, where he developed the steady work ethic and loyalty that would define his life. He later lived in Augusta, Kansas, but Kirksville was always his home.
Music became part of Randy’s story early on. He loved rock and roll and was a talented musician. He played bass guitar and sang lead vocals in two bands: Badge & Company in Kansas and Sunday Punch in Kirksville. He also played the trumpet, flute, and fiddle, proof that music wasn’t a hobby but part of his DNA.
On July 4, 1988, Randy married the love of his life, Vickie Love, at the Baring ...
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Judith Melinda "Judie" (Simpson) Ellis
(Jun 09, 1939 - Feb 05, 2026)
Judith Melinda (Simpson) Ellis, age 86 of Kirksville passed away peacefully Thursday afternoon (February 5th 2026) at The Arbors Senior Living Center.
She was born in Kirksville on June 9th 1939, the daughter of Henry Green Simpson and Geneva Juanita Wrinkle Simpson. She was united in marriage to Richard Riley Ellis on December 21st 1958, at First Baptist Church in Kirksville.
Judith is survived by her daughter Melinda and husband Tod Engle of Champaign, IL ...
Katheryn Y. (Scott) Gregory
(Jan 28, 1940 - Feb 03, 2026)
Katheryn Yvonne Gregory, age 86, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away peacefully on February 3, 2026, with her daughter by her side at the Kansas City Hospice House in Kansas City, Missouri, after many years of successful living with Parkinson’s Disease.
The daughter of Phillip Lawson Scott and Beulah Blanche (Buck) Scott, she was born January 28, 1940, in La Plata, Missouri. She was the youngest of eight children, namely her brother, Kenneth M. Scott ...
David Allen Kittle
(Nov 26, 1948 - Jan 30, 2026)
David Allen Kittle passed away quietly at home north of Novinger on Friday, January 30, 2026. He was born November 26, 1948, in Kirksville, MO to Lee and Lora (Williams) Kittle of Novinger. David married Judy Kay Brown on November 28, 1969, they were blessed with one son, Michael Shawn Kittle (Penny Wood) of Novinger. David has four grandchildren Kayya (Tyler) Johnson of Green Castle, Dakota (Maria Boden) Kittle of Des Moines, IA, Jamie Kittle ...
Peggy Jean (Osborn) Starbuck
(Jul 15, 1927 - Jan 29, 2026)
Peggy Jean (Osborn) Starbuck, 98, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Thursday, January 29, 2026 at The Pines in Kirksville.
Born July 15, 1927 in Brickman, Oklahoma, Peggy was the daughter of the late Henry and Ethel (Summers) Osborn. She was also preceded in death by her daughter, Judy Renee Pope; and step-daughter, Sharon Starbuck. On May 17, 1989, Peggy was united in marriage to Floyd "John" Starbuck.
Peggy is survived by her husband John Starbuck ...
Gary Leon Hurley
(Nov 08, 1946 - Jan 27, 2026)
Gary Leon Hurley, 79, of Novinger, Missouri, passed away on January 27, 2026, at his residence.
Born November 8, 1946, in Adair Co Missouri, Gary was the son of Lois Hurley.
Gary is survived by two sons, Gary Lee (Annette) Hurley of Novinger, MO, Russell Hurley (Ashley) of Lincoln, NE and one daughter Tina Rea (Tom) of Ottumwa, IA.
Gary was preceded in death by his wife, Sharon Hurley and daughter Sharon Robertson of Novinger ...
Barbara Sue (Cummings) Parrish
(Mar 13, 1936 - Jan 25, 2026)
Barbara Sue (Cummings) Parrish, 89, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away peacefully Sunday, January 25, 2026 at the Schuyler County Nursing Home in Queen City, Missouri.
Born March 13, 1936 in Puxico, Missouri, Barbara was the daughter of the late Frank Leonard and Lavetta (Cummings) Dizert. Her family moved to Graysville, Missouri where she was raised by her parents Levetta Marie and Albert Justice "Toby" Smith. She attended school in the country schools in the Graysville ...
Steven Kent Smith
(Jan 20, 1952 - Jan 24, 2026)
Steven K. Smith, born Jan 20 1952, passed away peacefully Jan 24 2026 in Kirksville MO at the age of 74.
Steven was born January 20, 1952 the son of the late David and Mary (Ancell) Smith Sr. He was also preceded in death by his brothers David M. Smith Jr. and Mark E. Smith.
Steven is survived by his loving wife Mary “Twerps” Smith of Kirksville, his son and daughter-in-law Troy and Mardi Smith ...
Michael Dale Riley
(Nov 17, 1952 - Jan 22, 2026)
Michael Dale Riley, age 73, of Macon, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at Samaritan Hospital in Macon.
Michael was born on November 17, 1952, the son of Kenneth Dale Riley and Lucille M. (Gregory) Riley. He was preceded in death by his parents and his beloved wife, Constance "Connie" Riley, in 2024.
He is survived by his two sons, Jason Riley and his wife Christa of Bluffton, Indiana, and Josh Riley of ...