Obituaries in Springfield, MO

Deborah Jo “Debbie” Morrissey, 69, of Springfield, Missouri, passed away on January 27, 2026, in Springfield after a courageous battle with breast cancer.Born on March 8, 1956, in Independence, Missouri, Debbie grew up with a vibrant spirit that would define her life. She graduated from Kickapoo Hig...

Dennis Lee Erickson, 82 years of age, passed away peacefully after a lengthy illness in Springfield, Missouri, on January 18, 2026.  He was born on July 7, 1943, to Alfred and Alice (Lee) Erickson in Duluth, Minnesota.  Dennis was united in marriage to Karen Marie (Larson), who survives hi...

Teresia “Terry” Suzan Nave, 71, of Nixa, Missouri, passed away on January 20, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Terry was born in Springfield, Missouri, to Ruby Turney and Leonard “Wayne” Sowards on July 22, 1954.Terry was raised by her grandparents, Susan and George Turney, and spent her early...

Felix Esquivel passed away surrounded by love, leaving behind a family forever changed—and forever better—because of him. He carried many titles throughout his life, and wore each one proudly: devoted husband, loving father, the best Tata in the world, coach, trusted advisor, loyal friend, and veter...

Hagan Edward Gibbs Jr., 91, passed away on January 19, 2026, in Springfield, Missouri. Born on September 28, 1934, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Hagan lived a life marked by service, dedication, and an unmistakable sense of humor that left a lasting impression on all who knew him.Hagan began his journey in th...

Tommy Lee Gillette, 88 years of age, passed away on January 17, 2026, in Springfield, MO. He was born on July 28, 1937, in Custer, Arkansas, to Cecil and Gracie Gillette.He was united in marriage to Elizabeth Gillette (Dilport). Three sons were born to this union: Mike, Don, and Larry. He is surviv...

David Charles "Chandler" Schain-Harris, 59, passed away on January 15, 2026, in Springfield, Missouri. Born on December 21, 1966, in New York City, New York, David lived a life marked by warmth, creativity, and deep devotion to those he loved.David was the beloved son of Joann Schain and the late Sa...

Jeff Fields, age 87, passed away on January 23, 2026, in Springfield, Missouri, where he resided.He was born on March 29, 1938, to Rufus and Pauline Fields in Dexter, Missouri. Jeff married Brenda Crump, and they shared 61 years together until her passing in January 2022.Jeff is survived by his chil...

He was born on December 22 1945 in Bunker Missouri. He was the son of the late Daniel C. Eudy and Mildred Geneva Jordan Eudy of Salem Missouri. He is survi ved by his wife Sue Stills Eudy of Branson Missouri. One son Robert D. Eudy wife Tammy E. Eudy of Godley Texas. Three grandchildren Hayley Hartl...

Papa was born on July 14 in the recordhot summer of 1948 in Birmingham Alabama to JC and Imogene Hartley. JC had recently returned from his time as a Marine in World War II where he saw the American Flag raised at Iwo Jima. Papa often joked he was born down an old Alabama dirt road when in fact it w...

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Donna Jean Rust went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday February 11 2026 in Springfield MO. She was born in Aberdeen South Dakota on July 4 1940 to Maynard and Evelyn Sholts. She is survived by her husband Edward Rust her children Brenda Randy Matthies Andrea Sam Steinert Melissa Mick Fort and Be...