Obituaries

Dolores Davis

Mar 7, 2025

Dolores Davis, age 92, of Stover, passed away Friday, March 7, 2025, at her home.

In keeping with her wishes, she was cremated.

Harold Ray Draffen

Mar 7, 2025

Harold Ray Draffen, 58, of Tipton, Missouri, passed away on Friday, March 7, 2025, in Tipton.

Harold was born on September 21, 1966, in Jefferson City, Missouri, to George S. Sr. and Lillian F. (Schmitt) Draffen, who preceded him in death.

He graduated from Tipton High School and honorably served in the United States Air Force. Harold worked as a pressman at...

Dixie Ivie

Feb 22, 2025

Dixie Lee Ivie, 78, of Stover, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at her home.

Dixie was born on July 29, 1946, in Kansas City, Kansas, to Robert White and Doris (Hemple) Montiel. On January 26, 1967, she married Michael Ivie.

Dixie was known for her hardworking nature, retiring from Tyson Foods where she worked in the...

Mary Laura Boeschen

Feb 22, 2025

Mary “Memow” Laura Boeschen, of Stover, MO, passed away peacefully at the age of 95 on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at Golden Age Living Center surrounded by her family. 

She was born on June 4, 1929, near Stover, MO, to Alexander and Gordia (Cable) Spencer, who preceded her in death. In 1947, shortly after graduating from high school, she was united...

Penni Wilson

Feb 20, 2025

Penni Sue Wilson of Stover passed from complications of COPD on Thursday, February 20, 2025. She was born August 2, 1968. Penni was preceded in death by her mother Virginia Wilson, and her brother Scott Wilson.

Survived by three daughters Alecia Harlan of Illinois, Kelli Wilson of Osage Beach, Natali Wilson of Russellville, her son Rori Wilson of...

Ann Black

Feb 16, 2025

Anna "Ann" Lee Black, Age 82 of Stover, MO, passed away Sunday February 16th, 2025 at her home, surrounded by family.

Ann was born June 1st, 1942, in Dover, MO, a daughter of William and Janice (Rasa) Ryun, who preceded her in death.

Her family lived in Dover, MO for many years where they farmed. She attended Dover Elementary until the family...

Freddie Anderson

Feb 11, 2025

Freddie Anderson, 89, of Tipton, MO, passed away on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at Good Shepherd Care Center in Versailles, MO.

He was born on March 4, 1935, in Sedalia, MO, to Freddie Cecil and Theresa Gertrude (Laws) Anderson, who preceded him in death. On October 21, 1973, in Reno, NV, he was united in marriage to Maria Bastardo, who survives...

David Darrin Jackson

Feb 8, 2025

David Darrin Jackson, 64, of Tipton, MO passed away on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at his home.

No public services will be held. Cremation arrangements have been entrusted into the care of Meisenheimer-Page-Dady Funeral Home, Tipton, MO.

Thelma Irene Larimore

Feb 3, 2025

Mrs. Thelma Irene Larimore, 95, passed away, Monday, February 3, 2025, at Tipton Oak Manor, after a brief illness.

She was born February 9, 1929, in Old Linn Creek, Camden County, Missouri, a daughter of Hubert Arnold and Viola Ann (Hibdon) Arnold. Irene graduated from Tipton High School.

On October 17, 1947, she was united in marriage to William “Cecil” Larimore, who...

Walter Lawrence Rapp

Jan 30, 2025

Walter Lawrence Rapp age 92 formerly of Blackwater passed away peacefully at the Harry S. Truman Memorial Veteran’s Hospital in Columbia, MO, on Thursday, January 30, 2025. 

 Lawrence was born on June 6, 1932, to the late Walter Rapp and Wilma (Richerson) Rapp. 

 Lawrence was a lifelong resident of Pilot Grove and Blackwater. He was a 1950 graduate of Pilot Grove High...

Michael David Asberry

Jan 29, 2025

Michael David Asberry, 61, of Pilot Grove, passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at University Hospital in Columbia, MO. 

Michael was born on September 29, 1963, in Sikeston, MO. 

Michael liked fishing, working in his vegetable garden, and working on the farm with cattle. He also spent many hours painting for people around town and was a phenomenal painter. He also...

Pauletta Steelman

Jan 28, 2025

Pauletta Carol Steelman, 88, of Tipton passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at Heisinger Bluffs Senior Living Community in Jefferson City, MO.

She was born on November 2, 1936 in San Diego, CA, a daughter of Paul and Gladys (Hubbard) Shock. On August 11, 1951, in Reno, Nevada she married Daniel Clay Steelman who preceded her in death on July 13,...

Joseph Bigham, Sr.

Jan 28, 2025

Joseph Bigham, Sr., age 85 of Versailles passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at the Good Shepherd Care Center.

It was on June 6, 1939, that Noble "N.K." and Mildred (Stalcup) Bigham welcomed their son, Joseph into their home in Teague, Texas.

On January 31, 1962, Joseph was united in marriage to Laretta Cagle in Texas. Laretta preceded him in...

Michael R. Snodgrass

Jan 26, 2025

Michael Rex Snodgrass, 69, of Olathe, KS, passed away Sunday, January 26, 2025, at KU Medical Center.

He was born October 14, 1955, in California, MO, son of Rex Allen and Judith Jane (Gainer) Snodgrass.

Mike was a 1974 graduate of California High School and attended State Fair Community College, Kansas City Kansas Community College, and Vatterott and Sullivan College. He attained...

Jennifer Knight

Jan 25, 2025

Jennifer Lavene Knight, age 61, of Stover, Mo passed away Saturday, January 25, 2025, at the Golden Age Living Center with her family by her side.

It was on the 29th day of July in 1963, when Darrell and Anna (Ryun) Kirkman welcomed their daughter, Jennifer, into their home in Maywood, California.

In 1964, The family moved back to...

Sheri Byergo

Jan 25, 2025

Sheri Lynn Byergo, 77, of Tipton passed away Saturday, January 25, 2025.

She was born on July 1, 1947, in St. Charles, MO, to Frances Woodrow and Ethel Elizabeth (Groshong) Sheets. On June 7, 1970, in Troy, MO, she married Forrest Stephen Byergo who survives of the home.

Sheri dedicated her life to education, inspiring countless...

Ricky Vansell

Jan 23, 2025

Ricky Dean Vansell, age 64, of Stover, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2025, surrounded by his family.

It was on the 12th day of December in 1960, when Raymond and Bonnie (Luvin) Vansell welcomed their son, Ricky Dean, into their home in Kansas City, Missouri.

Ricky was a hardworking and dedicated individual who took pride in...

Donna Jane Springer

Jan 18, 2025

Donna Jane Springer passed away Saturday, January 18, 2025, at Tipton Oak Manor, one day after celebrating her 96th birthday.

She was born January 17, 1929, in Bunceton, Missouri, a daughter of Elmer "Clayton" and Virginia Lee "Jane" (Rowles) Eichelberger. Donna attended grade school in Bunceton and later graduated from Tipton High School.

On July 2, 1949, she was united in marriage...

Cynthia O'Donnell

Jan 16, 2025

Cynthia O'Donnell, 76, of Stover, Missouri, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, January 16, 2025.

Born on September 16, 1948, in Fresno, California.

Cynthia was united in marriage to Patrick O'Donnell on April 11, 2002, in Reno, Nevada.

Cynthia was a hardworking and determined woman who made significant contributions throughout her life. During the Vietnam War, she served...

Donald Dunkin

Jan 14, 2025

Donald Dunkin, age 96, of Independence, previously of Versailles passed away Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at the Villages of Jackson Creek in Independence.

It was on September 27, 1928, that Joseph and Dora (Anglen) Dunkin welcomed their son, Donald Eugene into their lives in San Antonio, Texas.

On February 25, 1948, he was united in marriage to Ethel Marie Sutton...