Obituaries
Verna M. Watring
Dec 9, 2025
Verna Mae Watring, age 93, of Otterville, Missouri passed away Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at Katy Manor in Pilot Grove, Missouri.
Verna was born March 13, 1932, in Linn Creek, Missouri, a daughter of Hubert and Viola Ann (Hibdon) Arnold, who preceded her in death. She married Jewell Martin Watring on December 31, 1948 in Otterville, Missouri. Jewell preceded her in...
Quentin A. Kuttenkuler
Dec 7, 2025
Quentin A. Kuttenkuler, 94, died Sunday, December 7, 2025.
He had an active 20-year military career in the Air Force. After his military service, he spent 18 years as an electrical engineer at McDonnell Douglas Aircraft in St. Louis, Missouri.
Quentin is survived by his wife, June Ruth Kuttenkuler, and his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
He will be laid to rest in St....
Dixie Courtney Shemwell
Dec 5, 2025
Dixie Shemwell, 85, Hot Springs, Arkansas, formerly of Tipton, Missouri, died peacefully on December 5, 2025. She was a woman whose spirit ran as free and fearless as the horses she loved. From the time she was a young girl, she found her joy in horses. Horses weren’t just a hobby for her, they were truly a lifelong passion, a...
Gail Griffing
Dec 5, 2025
Lena Gail Griffing, 71, of Florence passed away Friday, December 5, 2025, at Bothwell Regional Health Center in Sedalia.
She was born on February 18, 1954, in Jefferson City, MO, a daughter of E.J. and Mary Lou (Lairmore) Jackson.
On September 26, 1975, at the Florence United Methodist Church, Gail was united in marriage to Clarence N. Griffing, Jr., who preceded her...
Cathryn I. Moesch
Nov 14, 2025
Cathryn Irene Moesch, 90, of Versailles, passed away Friday, November 14, 2025, at Golden Age Living Center in Stover.
She was born September 5, 1935, in Versailles, daughter of George Andrew and Ethel Irene (Ritchie) Allen.
On June 3, 1956, at First Baptist Church in Versailles, she was united in marriage to Charles Albert “Chuck” Moesch. They were blessed with six children...
Dr. Steve Byergo
Nov 13, 2025
Dr. Forrest Stephen Byergo, 77, of Tipton passed away Thursday, November 13, 2025, at Boone Hospital Center in Columbia, MO.
He was born on December 27, 1947, in Maryville, MO one of eight children to Forrest Emmet and Mary Louise (Mayes) Byergo.
Steve was a longtime Tipton veterinarian and beloved community member, known affectionately as “Doc.” He faithfully served the Tipton community...
Vickey Laverne Worthley
Nov 12, 2025
Vickey Laverne Worthley, 72, of Stover, passed away Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at her home surrounded by family.
She was born on Aug. 21, 1953, in Harrisonville, MO, a daughter of Frank Harold Randall and Nigel Josephine Lavern (Hibdon) Randall.
Vickey was baptized at the Florence United Methodist Church at the age of 14 and remained a member throughout her life. On...
LaVera "Boob" Myers
Nov 5, 2025
E. LaVera "Boob" Myers, 96, passed away Wednesday, November 5th, 2025 at her home in Syracuse, MO.
Boob was born September 10, 1929 near Florence, MO where she lived most of her life. She was the daughter of Charles C. Worthley & Bonnie L. Fowler.
On November 24, 1946 she married Clyde F. Myers in Ottawa, KS and they spent many years...
Paul D. Barnett
Nov 3, 2025
Paul D. Barnett, 61, of Tipton, MO passed Monday November 3, 2025.
A brave and proud veteran, college graduate (Masters), brother, father, Pabbie and best friend to many. His greatest joy was his family. He leaves behind daughter Kelli Stang, son Jeffrey Barnett (Jennifer) and 3 grandchildren. He gifted so many with strength, laughter, loyalty and love.
Galen Paul Oehrke
Nov 2, 2025
Galen Paul Oehrke, 70, of Stover, passed away Sunday, November 2, 2025, at his home.
He was born on April 29, 1955, in Versailles, MO, a son of Glenn W. and Donice JoAnn (Alpers) Oehrke.
Born in 1955, Galen was baptized at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Stover on May 15, 1955, and confirmed in his faith on March 30, 1969, with...
Leon Fry
Oct 23, 2025
Elmer Leon Fry, Jr., 98, of Tipton passed away Thursday, October 23, 2025, at Tipton Oak Manor.
He was born on April 24, 1927, in Tipton, MO, the only child of Elmer Leon, Sr. and Elizabeth (Richey) Fry. On September 12, 1948, at St. Thomas Church in Nurnberg, Germany he married Louise Katherine Franz.
Leon was a proud American who honorably served...
Mildred L. Fischer
Oct 21, 2025
Mildred L. Fischer, 86, of Boonville, formerly of Stover, passed away on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at The Arbors at Ravenwood Terrace in Moberly, MO.
Mildred was born on January 21, 1939, in Benton County a daughter of Poe and Mary (Bias) Bush. On November 8, 1958, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Stover, she married Myron Jean Fischer who preceded...
Natalie Lynn Stockstill
Oct 16, 2025
Natalie Lynn Stockstill: A Life of Love, Laughter, and Legacy
Natalie Lynn Stockstill, a vibrant soul whose bold spirit lit up every room, passed away on October 16, 2025, at the age of 63, at Centerpoint Medical Center in Independence, MO. Born on September 12, 1962, in the heart of Fort Scott, KS, to Roger Dale and Mary “Tootsie” (Trancoso) Heimsoth,...
Steven L. Hoff
Oct 13, 2025
Steven Louis Hoff
July 10, 1949 – October 13, 2025
Steven Louis Hoff, 76, of Pilot Grove, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, October 13, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Born July 10, 1949, in Boonville, Steve was the son of Henry Louis and Helen Marie (Sloan) Hoff. On July 26, 1969, he married the love of his life,...
Ophelia Louise Williams
Oct 12, 2025
Ophelia Louise Williams, 96, of Otterville, passed away on October 12, 2025, at Tipton Oak Manor.
Ophelia was born on January 17, 1929, the daughter of the late William Edward Faulwell and Clara Lorena Hatfield Faulwell. On June 15, 1947, in Otterville, she married Bruce Orlando Williams who preceded her in death on August 16, 1994.
Ophelia realized she needed Jesus in...
Janis Lee Wassman
Oct 10, 2025
Janis Lee Wassman, 79, of Tipton, MO, passed away Friday, October 10, 2025, at University Hospital in Columbia, MO.
She was born on September 19, 1946, in California, MO, a daughter of F. Nelson and Johnnie (Lowe) Norman.
Janis devoted her life to education, faith, and community service. Throughout her career, she taught at various schools, shaping the lives of countless students...
Donna Iris Albin
Oct 4, 2025
Donna Iris Mattox Albin peacefully entered into eternal life amongst loved ones on Saturday, October 4, 2025.
Faith, Family, and Friends best define Donna’s life of service dedicated to the Lord.
Born on August 1, 1947, to Charles G. and Iris L. Mattox in Christiansburg, Virginia, Donna was the youngest of three. She was a cherished and devoted sister to her brother,...
Rhonda Faye Glass
Oct 1, 2025
Rhonda Faye Glass, 72, of Tipton, passed away, Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital in Jefferson City.
She was born on May 4, 1953, in Kansas City, MO, a daughter of Roy and Sylvia Smith. In 1982 she married Robert Glass who survives of the home.
Rhonda attended the Assembly of God Church in Tipton. She worked for...
Fredrick Dean Nolting
Sep 28, 2025
Fredrick “Fred” Dean Nolting, 86, of Stover, passed away Sunday, September 28, 2025, at his home.
He was born on February 1, 1939, in Glenstead, MO, a son of Herbert L. and Mildred A. (Viebrock) Nolting. On April 26, 1957, in Stover he married Mary E. Rapp who survives of the home.
Fred was a devoted and lifelong member of Christ Lutheran...
Bettie Lou Monroe
Sep 14, 2025
Bettie Lou Monroe, 78, of Stover, passed away Sunday, September 14, 2025, at Bothwell Regional Health Center in Sedalia.
She was born on July 24, 1947, in Versailles, MO, the only daughter of Clarence Edwin “Pete” and Edna (Kinter) Bowers. On June 17, 1974, at the Methodist Church in Stover she married Terry Lee Monroe who survives of the home.
Bettie devoted...
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