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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.
Joseph is survived by his two daughters, Linda (Mike) Brummit of Kirksville, MO and Melissa (Rick) Kostoff of Grand City, IL; two sisters-in-laws, Norma Robison and Faye Sallade both of Kirksville, MO; brother-in-law, Dean Ellsworth and wife Diane of Texas; three granddaughters, Kristin (Justin) Sanders, Teresa (Chris) Dunn, and Lindsey (Benton) Fraser; and four grandsons, Jason (Versha) Munshi-South, Matt (Sam) South, Nick Hall, and Chris (Jenny) Hall. He is also lovingly remembered by many great-grandchildren …
Sidney Alan Coy
(Jun 18, 1996 - Apr 23, 2026)
Sidney Coy, of Brooklyn, WI, passed away Thursday April 23 at the age of 29. Beloved husband of Lauren Coy; treasured son of Jeffrey and Rhonda Coy; cherished brother of Casey Coy; dear grandson of Larry “Joe” and Carolyn McCarty and Lenora and the late Andrew Gordon Coy; adored son-in-law of Timothy and the late Therese Bower; loved brother-in-law of Erik and Elyse Bower; nephew, cousin, and friend of many.
Sidney graduated from Kirksville High School, then went on to obtain a degree in Drafting from Moberly Area Community College and then a degree in Mechanical Engineering from Missouri University of Science and Technology where he also met his wife. After school, he moved up to Wisconsin where he worked as a Test Engineer for Oshkosh Defense and then as a Design Engineer for Kuhn North America. Sidney had many interests and hobbies that he pursued. He had a …
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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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 …
Geraldine 'Gerry" Evans
(May 25, 1926 - Apr 23, 2026)
Geraldine "Gerry" (Ownbey) Evans, 99, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Thursday, April 23, 2026 at the LaPlata Nursing Home in LaPlata, Missouri.
The daughter of George Ernest "Ernie" and Olive Mae (Bennett) Ownbey, she was born May 25, 1926 in Novinger, Missouri. On April 26, 1947 in Kirksville, Missouri, Gerry was united in marriage to Lavon "Bus" Evans who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her parents; step-father, Charles …
David Franklin Young
(Aug 27, 1936 - Apr 17, 2026)
David Franklin Young, 89, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Friday, April 17, 2026 at his home, surrounded by his family.
Born August 27, 1936 in Pattonsburg, Missouri, David was the son of the late James Franklin and Mary Helen (Maxwell) Young. He was also preceded in death by one sister, Doris Thompson, and a great grandson, Oliver VanDyke. He was united in marriage to Elfriede Emma Fuhr on March 2, 1958 and she preceded …
Donald Lee Crabtree
(Aug 29, 1934 - Apr 16, 2026)
Donald Lee Crabtree was born on August 29, 1934 to Clifford and Elaine Crabtree in Queen City Missouri. He lived his entire life in Queen City except for a short time in Kirksville Missouri. He passed away April 16, 2026 at the Schuyler County Nursing Home, where he had been a patient for a short time.
When Donnie was 10 years old, his mother died and he then lived with his grandparents Bun and …
Madelin Carrol (Hiles) Hardman
(Feb 25, 1939 - Apr 15, 2026)
Madelin Carrol Hardman, 87, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away on April 15, 2026. Born on February 25, 1939 in LaPlata, Missouri to Othia O. and Wilma M. Hiles. Madelin grew up on a farm until she was high school age and moved to Kansas City, Kansas with her family. She graduated high school from Argentine High School.
Madelin was united in marriage to Ralph D. Hardman in Kansas City, Kansas on February 8, 1967. …
Muanza Simao Timoteo
(Jul 17, 2014 - Apr 14, 2026)
Muenza Simao Timoteo, 11, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 in Kirksville.
The son of Nelson Gervasio and Hoquina Sebastiao (Simao) Timoteo, he was born July 17, 2014 in Angola, Africa.
Muenza was a sixth grade student at William Matthew Middle School.
Funeral services will be held 10:00 a.m. Saturday, April 25, 2026 at Rehoboth Alliance Church, 501 N. Baltimore Street in Kirksville, under the direction of …
Leilia Irene (Sanford) Damron
(Mar 15, 1928 - Mar 31, 2026)
Leilia Irene (Sanford) Damron, 98, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of March 31st in Springfield, MO. Born in Adair County, March 15, 1928, she was the daughter of Richard Ray and Nettie Jane Snyder Sanford.
She was united in marriage to Harold Dean “Bud” Damron in LaPlata, Missouri on September 15, 1945 while Bud was on weekend leave from his Navy Duty Station in Ottumwa, Iowa, just after the end of …