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Melissa Holt
Jul 17, 2026
Melissa Marie Holt was born on September 18, 1970, in Mendocino, California. She departed this life to be with her Heavenly Father on July 16, 2026, at the age of 55.
Melissa was preceded in death by her father, L.D. Gott, and her stepfather, Junior Smith.
She is survived by her mother, Francis Smith; her granddaughter, Wynter Marie Holt; her stepsons, RC...
Joan M. Wake
Jul 15, 2026
Joan Mary Melton Wake, born on November 5, 1943, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2026.
Joan was the beloved daughter of the late Nellie R. Melton and Richard Melton. She dedicated her life to caring for others through her work in the nursing profession, where her compassion, kindness, and gentle spirit touched countless lives.
On May 20, 1964, Joan married the...
Mary Ann Paul
Jun 29, 2026
Mary Ann Paul, 89, of Cabool, Missouri, passed away peacefully on June 29, 2026. She will be remembered as a devoted wife, loving mother and grandmother, and a steady source of wisdom and encouragement for those around her. Her quiet strength, unwavering faith, and deep love for her family will continue to shape her family for generations to come.
Born on...
Reva McLain
Jun 26, 2026
Reva Pearl (Bowen) McLain, 82, of Cabool, Missouri was called home to her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday June 26, 2026. Reva was born November 17, 1943, to Raymond Edward and Alta Marie (Means) Bowen in Willow Springs, Missouri.
She graduated from Cabool High School in 1961.
Reva was united in marriage to Orval Dean McLain on July 15,1960 at...
Rebecca “Becky” Wilson
Jun 19, 2026
Rebecca “Becky” Wilson 69 of Cabool MO, passed away peacefully in her sleep on June 19th at her home. Becky will be missed by family and friends for her huge heart and willingness to help everyone she could. She always enjoyed having family around and loved every minute she got to spend time with them. Becky was an amazing artist...
Carl K. Ice
Jun 11, 2026
Carl Kenneth Ice 84 of Cabool, Missouri passed away peacefully June 11th at Kabul Nursing home. He will be missed by friends and family for his love of gardening. He always planted an overabundance because he loved to share with everyone. His tomatoes were some of the best around. He enjoyed building and repairing things, always leaving his tools wherever...
William D. Ewan, Jr
Jun 10, 2026
William David “Bill” Ewan, Jr. passed away on June 10th at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri.
After courageously beating cancer, Bill’s immune system had been left compromised. He later contracted ehrlichia, a tick-borne illness, and despite his strength and determination, he was unable to overcome it.
Bill was deeply loved by his family and friends and will be greatly missed by...
Frank M. Paul
Jun 2, 2026
Frank Paul, 89, of Cabool, Missouri, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2026. He was a larger-than-life force, and cherished as a husband, brother, son, father, grandfather, and friend. He will be deeply missed for his fierce devotion to his family, his stories and shared laughter, commitment to his community, and the love and energy he brought to those around...
Donald H. Luerssen
May 30, 2026
Donald H. Luerssen, 91, of Cabool, Missouri, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2026. Born on December 27, 1934, in Arlington Heights, Illinois, Don lived a life marked by dedication to his family, faith, and community.
Don was the beloved husband of the late Leona Luerssen. High school sweethearts, Don and Leona married on September 11, 1954, and shared a devoted...
Dorothy Mae (Haynes) Greuter
May 28, 2026
Dorothy Mae (Haynes) Greuter of Willow Springs, Mo. left this world behind on May 28, 2026, at the age of 92.
Preceding her in death were her parents Claude and Grace (Brawley) Haynes, three brothers Vernon, Charles, and Marvin, Winona Mo, one sister Opal Hicks – Willow Springs, Mo, one grandson, Jeremy Greuter and one great grandson, Alex Greuter. Surviving her,...
Connie Lynn Preston
May 27, 2026
Connie Lynn Preston 63, passed away in her home on May 27, 2026. Connie was born on August 30, 1962 to James Alvin Preston and Margaret Ann Mofield (Smith) in Cabool, MO.
Connie spent her childhood between Cabool, where she spent summers on her fathers farm with her stepmom and sisters and the school year with her mother and sister. As...
Sharon D. Fisher
May 26, 2026
Sharon Diane “Grandma” Fisher peacefully entered rest at the age of 81 years. Born May 31st 1944 to Faye and Betty (Eddy) Detrick in Tonganoxie, Kansas. She was one of five children.
After graduating from Wyandotte High school in 1962 she married James Herbert Fisher Sr. and of that union two children were born. They traveled to Germany while her husband...
Thelma L. Seymour
May 23, 2026
Forever in Our Hearts.
It’s with heavy hearts and sadness that we announce the passing of Thelma Lee Beavers Seymour. Born on April 28th 1943 in Darlington, Maryland. She passed away peacefully on May 22nd 2026 at the age of 83 surrounded by loving family.
Thelma Lee Beavers Seymour is preceded in death by her siblings Barry James, Laura Smith, Nancy Rockstroh,...
Thomas E. Alsup
May 17, 2026
Thomas Edgar Alsup was born in Ava, Missouri on July 20, 1929. He departed this life in Cabool, Missouri on May 17, 2026. Tom grew up on the family farm on Fox Creek just south of Denlow. He attended Mountain Grove High School where he played football and attempted to play trombone in the band. He studied at SMS in...
Mary Rosalee Jones
May 14, 2026
Mary “Rosalee” Jones of Cabool, MO, gained her angel wings and went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday May 14, 2026, at the Kabul Nursing Home in Cabool, MO.
Rosalee was born December 29, 1930, in Dixon MO, the youngest of six children, to Elmer Washington Slone and Elva Brooks McCubbin Slone. They moved to Ulman MO when...
Frances J. Whanger
May 10, 2026
Frances J. Whanger, born on December 14, 1953, in Phoenix, Arizona, the daughter of Raymond and Thelma (Gifford) Whanger. She passed away on May 10, 2026, in Springfield, Missouri. She was a cherished mother, sister, and friend whose life journey reflected both dedication and a diverse array of talents.
Her educational pursuits included attending Linwood/Bashor High School, from which she graduated...
Donald Lee Cooper
May 4, 2026
Donald “Don” Lee Cooper, 73, of Cabool MO, passed away at home on May 4, 2026. He was born on October 25, 1952, to Trafford Cooper and Wanda Emery. Don and Kathleen “Kathi” Porter, of Long Beach, CA, were united in marriage on November 20, 1973. Three daughters were born to this union: Shiloh Cooper (Chris Nelson) of Joplin, MO;...
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