Marjorie Ann Allen, 86, Caulfield, Missouri, passed away at 4:45 a.m., Friday, October 18, 2024, at Missouri Baptist Medical Center, St. Louis, Missouri.
She was born April 18, 1938, at Virden, Illinois, to Holland Russell Hines and Violet Vadis Throne Hines. On August 14, 1956, she was married to Kenneth Vondell Allen, who preceded her in death on August 30, 2008. Marjorie enjoyed camping, gardening, cooking, baking, shopping, reading, traveling, vacationing and going to the movies. She was a mother to four children, a grandmother to ten grandchildren and twenty-five great-grandchildren. She loved her family and adored her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Marjorie was the oldest of eight children; she took care of her siblings after the passing of their parents. She was a mother to all.
She is survived by two children, Kevin Paul Allen and Darla Ann Towell and husband, Gary Wayne; bonus sons, Ricky Dean McKee and wife, Debbie and Scott Crafton; bonus daughter, Bonnie Helfer and husband, Mark; ten grandchildren, Bradley Allen and wife, Mary, Corey Allen, Karen von Wolfseck and husband, Karl, Chelsie Allen, Kelley McGowan and husband, Shaun, Holly Spencer and husband, Tommy, Mandi Collins and husband, Taylor, Alexandra Cope, Meghan and Michael; twenty-five great-grandchildren; three brothers, Buck Hines and wife, Rosie, Delbert Hines and wife, Brenda and Ronnie Hines and wife, Terry; two sisters, Evelyn Graham and husband, Frank and Delores Collins and husband, George; one sister-in-law, Julie Hines; and many nieces and nephews.
Her parents, husband, two sons, Randall Allen and Brian Allen and two brothers, Bill Hines and Keith Hines, preceded her in death.
Arrangements under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Funeral services for Floyd Lawann Earls, 58, Mountain View, Missouri, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, October 25, 2024, at Faith Tabernacle, Rover, Missouri, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mr. Earls passed away at 4:24 a.m., Friday, October 18, 2024, at Ozarks Healthcare.
He was born August 27, 1966, at West Plains, Missouri, to Gerald Dewayne and Shirley Mae VonAllmen Earls. On September 19, 1987, he was married at Willow Springs, Missouri, to Laurie Goodwin. Floyd was a loving husband, father, papa, and friend to all who knew him. He spent hours dedicated to pleasing his family with his goofy antics. He loved to laugh and was the life of the party at all family gatherings, church fellowships, or likely anyplace you could run into him. Floyd worked many years for Howell County Road and Bridge as a road grader operator and had a lot of special memories with his work family, and they all meant a lot to him. He later operated his own dozing business and was in his element while watching the landscape transform around him while dozing or grading. When he wasn’t at work, he loved lounging in his recliner, spending time outdoors, hunting, fishing, or grilling. His grandkids were his pride and joy, and he dedicated much time to spoiling them, cuddling them in his chair, and taking selfies and videos of them. Hilltop Holiness Church has a hole in their hearts with the absence of their beloved Sunday school teacher, deacon, song leader, sound man, and encourager. However, our loss is Heaven’s gain and Heaven is sounding sweeter every day. One day we will meet again. Floyd’s desire in this life was to make sure we all had the blessed hope of salvation and that you lived a life ready for Heaven. We are eternally thankful for the special memories each of us hold of him.
He is survived by his wife, Laurie, of the family home; three children, Ashley Pruett, Willow Springs, Missouri, Katrina Benefield and husband, Andrew, Willow Springs, Missouri, and Ethan Earls and wife, Kassidy, Peace Valley, Missouri; three grandchildren, Chloe Dawn, Axton Ryder, and Bonnie Mae; two grandchildren on the way, Barrett Lawann and Ridge Jameson; two brothers, Randy Earls and wife, Karen, Fouke, Arkansas, and Leland Earls and wife, Angie, Pomona, Missouri; one sister, Sheryl Webb and husband, Donnie, Willow Springs, Missouri; father-in-law, Hershell Lowe, Willow Springs, Missouri; and many nieces and nephews.
His parents, one brother, Leowen (Onie) Earls, one nephew, Dalton Earls, one great-niece, Brooklyn Lexlee, and mother-in-law, Jannes (Gigi) Lowe, preceded him in death.
Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, in the Langston Street Chapel of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Burial will be at Elk Creek Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Elk Creek Cemetery and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
Funeral services for Leonard Stirber, 93, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, October 21, 2024, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mr. Stirber passed away Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at Ozarks Medical Center.
He was born January 9, 1931, in Chicago, Illinois, to George Stirber and Barbara Miller Stirber. Mr. Stirber served his country in the United States Coast Guard for 7 years. Leonard enjoyed gardening, canning, bird watching and woodworking. He loved his animals. Mr. Stirber was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church.
He is survived by four children, Jeanette (Kevin), Karen (John), Tim and Corinne; five grandchildren; Jerry Jr., Brandy, Tim, Diana and Matt; four great-grandchildren, David Jr., Brianna, Hunter and Emma; one brother, Ray; and many nieces and nephews.
His parents, wife, Elizabeth (Betty), one son, Leonard Michael Stirber, one brother, George (Bud) and two sisters, Margaret and Barbara (Cookie), preceded him in death.
Burial will be in Howell Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to SBCA and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
Graveside services for Wesley Richard Tabor, 56, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, October 18, 2024, at Oak Lawn Cemetery, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mr. Tabor passed away Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at NHC HealthCare.
He was born February 23, 1968, at West Plains, Missouri, to Lilburn Milford Tabor and Nellie Mae Hembrey Tabor. Wesley loved fishing, going to the race track, racing RC’s, going to cookouts and spending time with family and friends.
He is survived by one sister, Debbie Stiner and husband, Ralph, West Plains; two brothers, Roger Tabor, Kansas City, Missouri and Dean Tabor, Alton, Missouri; and several nieces and nephews.
His parents, bonus parents, Robert and Elsie Roe, one brother, Harold Tabor and one sister, Elizabeth Tabor, preceded him in death.
Memorial contributions may be made to American Diabetes Association and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
Graveside services for Sharon Rhoads-Kelch, 81, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, October 19, 2024, at Mt. Zion (South Fork) Cemetery.
Sharon passed away on October 9th, 2024 at 12:45am, at NHC HealthCare, West Plains, Missouri.
She was born February 16, 1943, to J. A. Rhoads and Sara Arvie McCarty- Rhoads at Christa Hogan Hospital, in West Plains, Missouri. Sharon was married to her late husband, George Michael Kelch, on August 1, 2002, in Eureka Springs, Arkansas. Mike passed away September 24, 2011. Sharon had another name to many as, “Nanny Shoo Shoo”. This is a name she has had since she was a little girl. Her brother, Jerry, couldn’t say her name when he was little, so he called her “shoo shoo” and it stuck from there. Sharon was a firecracker. Anyone that knew Nanny knows she did not have any filter. She was a loving, caring, sassy, free-spirited, strong willed, stubborn, little lady. She loved her family more than anything. She loved taking care of everyone and spoiling all the kids, even ones that weren’t hers. She was always at every event, every birthday party, ball game, pageants, and graduation; if she was able to go, she was there. She loved taking her great-great-grandson and great-great-nephews on lawn mower rides around the yard. She loved cooking and would cook anything anyone asked for, especially the kids. Some of Nanny’s specialty foods she loved to cook and the family loved to eat is her fried potatoes, potato patties, fried chicken, Prime Rib, Angel food cake, and potato candy. Don’t forget the Lime Pickles, great-grandson Hunter’s favorite. Nanny loved her iced caramel coffee’s and her grandson, Chase’s, fried fish. If she had either of those you know she was having a good day. Nanny loved her flowers and sharing the stories behind each one of them. She loved hosting get-togethers at her house, she especially loved the sound of all the kids playing and running around. She loved to play the card game “Head and Foot” and have the Chiefs football game playing in the background. Nanny also loved to watch her stories, “The Young and the Restless” and also loved to watch QVC, you never knew what kind of packages would be showing up. Anyone that knew Shoo Shoo, knew how much she loved fashion. She was always dressed up in the nicest clothes, not to mention her shoe addiction. She couldn’t just have one, she had to have multiple colors of each style. But she was always by far the best dressed wherever she went. She loved to get lunch and get her nails done with her great-granddaughter, Adrian, some kind of sparkly nail polish, of course. Nanny enjoyed going to church & living for the Lord, she wanted everyone to do the same so we can all be reunited again in heaven.
Sharon is proceeded in death by her parents, her husband, George Michael Kelch, one great-granddaughter, Baliee Blevins, her brother and sister-in-law, Jerry and Sue Rhoads, one nephew, Jerry Dawn Rhoads, one nephew-in-law,Dwayne Harris, one great-nephew, Jason Sherman and one great-great-nephew, Kooper Smith.
She is survived by one daughter, Madonna Tackitt and husband, Kevin, of West Plains; one son, James McCormack and significant other, Wendi Braden; her grandchildren, Chase Lawing and Jennipher Lawing, Chasity Upton and Chant Upton, Britney McCormack, Jared McCormack and wife, Keely, Jacelyn Shrable and husband, Noah, Hannah Braden, Kassie and Linden Blevins, Dwight and Lyndsay Tackitt; her great-grandchildren, Adrian and Logan Conyers, Hunter Lawing, Ethan and Callie Upton, Kaysen Beatty, Tai Blevins, Evan Blevins, Viviene Tackitt, River Tackitt, Rafe Tackitt, Kendra Tackitt, Megyn Poulette and husband Levi, Caden Upton, Sadie Upton, Lylah Shrable, Laynee Shrable, Jaysten McCormack, Harlie Cook; great-great-grandchildren, Bennett Conyers and Carter Poulette; nieces and nephews, Frankie Harris, Lisa Fountain, Doug Rhoads and wife, Gabby; great-nieces and great-nephews, Alex Smith and husband, Harley, Brynn Siklas and husband, Zach, Alyssa Perryman and husband, Jason, Shara Klem, Annie Briggs and husband, Briggs, Michael Rhoads and wife, Tania; great-great-nieces and nephews, Layne and Kash Smith, Easton and Wyatt Sherman, Charles Rhoads, Aurora Briggs; many other nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Arrangements under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Graveside services for Francine Annette Williams, 80, Malvern, Arkansas, formerly of Caulfield, Missouri, will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, October 19, 2024, at White Oak Cemetery in Caulfied, Missouri, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mrs. Williams passed away Wednesday, October 9, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born February 17, 1944, at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Francine graduated from Bakersfield High School in 1962 and later in life she looked forward to their yearly class reunions. On August 31, 1963, she married Willis Eugene Williams, the man she loved her entire life. She worked many years as head cook at Bakersfield school, sharing many laughs and memories in the kitchen. She was a mother to many, you’ve never been loved by anyone until you’ve been loved by Francine. She adored her children and grandchildren, teaching and demonstrating unwavering love, trust and faith in God. Mrs. Williams believed a relationship with Jesus begins and ends on your knees in prayer. For over 50 years, she and her best friends Sister Pat Ward and Sister Margaret Smith along with her sisters in-laws Mable Leonard and Martha Peters spent many hours praying for others where countless prayers were and still are being answered. She loved her family and always looked forward to her Sister’s Day, where she and her sisters would get together and have lunch at the Bakersfield Café. In her free time Francine loved to play Scrabble, dominos or puzzles with anyone who would join her. Francine was a woman of great faith and was a member of Temple of Jesus Name in Hot Springs, Arkansas, it wasn’t just a church but family.
Those who abide are her children, Angela Foster, Willis Williams, Jr. (Shana), Joe Williams (Amy), Amy Berg (John) and Michael Brakefield; grandchildren, Rachelle Williams (Quentin), Liza Williams, Audrey Williams (Austin), Veronica Sage Estlinbaum (Ash), Makayla Pearsall (Michael), Austin Pearsall, Dreydan Williams (Payton), Keegan Williams (Rebecca), Austin Alexander (Taylor), Noah Alexander, Tyler Berg and Steven Berg; great-grandchildren, Mylah, Millie, Maggie, Lizzie, Isaiah, and Paris; one brother, Darrell McFarland (Patsy); three sisters, Kay Grayham, Karen Skiver (Larry) and Kathy Lally (Terry); and many nieces and nephews that she loved dearly.
She has been reunited in Glory Land with her parents, Woodrow Wilson Smith and Dorothy Smith, her husband Willis Eugene Williams, her precious blue eyed daughter, Deborah Brakefield, two sisters, Wadyna Littlewood and Carla Smith-Lally, several sister -in-laws and brother-in-laws as well as some beloved nieces and nephews.
“Her children arise up, and call her blessed.” Proverbs 31:28
Visitation services will be held from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m., Friday, October 18, 2024 at the Langston Street Chapel of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to White Oak Cemetery and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
Graveside services for Valli Dawn Dalton, 51, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at Baptist Hill Cemetery, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Valli passed away Saturday, October 5, 2024, at her home.
She was born April 24, 1973, at West Plains, Missouri, to Ronnie Newberry and Venita Sanders Isom. Valli was nicknamed “Ducky” by her sister. She was radiant and full of life, always finding humor in everything. If you were down and needed a pick me up, or up for whooping, whichever seemed fit, she was the one. She liked to be on the back of a Harley; she was a full throttle kind of gal. She was a devoted, loving momma bear to her children and any other children as well; she had so much love and energy for her children and the people that she loved. Valli would have gone to war for any of her friends or family or if need be, with them, if necessary. She was the most accepting person and accepted you exactly how you were. If there were more people who loved others as she, the world would be a better place.
She is survived by three children, Dylan Dalton, Jesse Dalton and Emma Stanley, all of West Plains; her granddaughter, Chloe Dalton (and her mother, Tiara Bayless); her father, Ronnie Newberry, West Plains; her mother, Venita Isom, West Plains; one sister, Fawn Sheriff and husband, Scott, West Plains; one brother, David Newberry, West Plains; her nieces and nephew, Bailey Russell, Audria Newberry, Kalie Cole and Lil Dave Newberry, all of West Plains; several great-nieces, great-nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins; and longtime friends, Tashia Moss (Martin), Heather Holmes (Holloway) and Jeanie Wilbanks (Smith).
Her husband, Dennis Dalton and grandparents, Florence and Johnnie Newberry and Nadean and Ed Sanders, preceded her in death.
Memorial contributions may be made to the family and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
A celebration of life service for Frankie Lee Hogancamp, 74, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, October 12, 2024, at the Langston Street Chapel of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mrs. Hogancamp passed away Monday, October 7, 2024, at her home.
She was born June 8, 1950, at West Plains, Missouri, to Frank Eugene White and Georgia Marie Nunally White. Frankie was the middle child of ten children. On December 18, 1970, she was married at Topeka, Kansas, to David Aldrine, who preceded her in death on July 2, 1991; Danielle and Kristi were born from this union. On July 12, 1996, she was married at Harrison, Arkansas, to Chuck Hogancamp. Frankie worked as an administrative assistant in the school systems at West Plains, Reeds Spring and Independence, Missouri. She enjoyed sports, including softball, volleyball, bowling and square dancing. Frankie loved to travel and entertain; later in life she enjoyed playing Bunco with friends. Mrs. Hogancamp was a Christian and had a very strong faith in God. Everyone describes her as kind, loving, generous, loyal, a second mom and a wonderful employee.
She is survived by her husband, Chuck Hogancamp; two children, Danielle Cozort and husband, Tim and Kristi Stults and husband, Kevin; seven grandchildren, Madison Grant and husband, Carson, David Cozort, Wesley Aldrine and wife, Jessica, Kyle Stults and wife, Alicia, Hailey Cox and husband, Bryce, Luke Johnson and Hannah Johnson; three great-grandchildren, Harrison Grant, Gabriel Stults and Jameson Stults; three brothers, Paul White and wife, Debra, Mark White and wife, Sharon and Tony White and wife, Theresa; one sister, Mini White; and many nieces and nephews.
Her parents, first husband, two brothers, George and Fred White and three sisters, Julia White, Kittie Vaughn and Audrey Dingmon, preceded her in death.
Jessie M. (Lewis) Longcrier, 90, West Plains, Missouri, left this earth on October 6, 2024 at 12:45 p.m., at her home with her family by her side.
She was born November 29, 1933, at West Plains, Missouri, to Bess M. Boswell and Herschell O. Lewis. Jessie attended school in West Plains and later married John E. Keller from Maine. After his passing Jessie later moved to Nebraska where she met her second husband, Donald N. Longcrier. After his passing she moved to Illinois before coming back to West Plains. Jessie worked as a nurse, retiring after twenty-seven years, then worked part time driving semi trucks and government jobs with the Veterans Affairs. She loved sewing, gardening, fishing, feeding squirrels, puzzles and eating 3 Musketeer bars.
She is survived by her loving children, James (Kathryn) Keller, Braidwood, Illinois and Josette Keller of West Plains; her “adopted” child, William Judd, West Plains; six grandchildren, Charly White (Harold), Johnathon Keller and Matthew Gibbs, all of Nebraska, William Breedlove (Maggie), Toshia and Jesslyn of Missouri; twenty great-grandchildren; two sisters, Betty Taylor, Braidwood, Illinois and Dolly Veach, Eureka, Illinois; one brother, Bill Lewis, State of Iowa; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Her parents, husbands, two sisters, Ann Morgan and Norma Kincheloe, one brother, Herschell Lewis, one brother-in-law, Clyde (Red) Taylor and one sister-in-law, Delores Lewis, preceded her in death.
After a private family viewing cremation rites per Jessie’s wishes will be accorded. Her cremains will be buried next to her husband, Donald, at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the family and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kimber Lee Toner, aged 42, on October 1, 2024. Born on November 3, 1981, in Bountiful, Utah, Kimber radiated warmth, kindness, and a boundless love for life from the moment she entered this world. She was a light in the lives of all who knew her, touching hearts with her genuine spirit and her remarkable ability to make friends with ease. There was never a harsh word from her—she embodied compassion and understanding in everything she did.
Kimber cherished the simple joys of life, especially those spent with her beloved partner, Leo Santoro, whom she met after moving to Las Vegas, Nevada. Later, Kimber and Leo moved to West Plains, Missouri, where she experienced the happiest years of her life. They lived on acres of beautiful land and became a cherished part of their small-town community, building a boxing club for the youth. Kimber’s love for the outdoors was contagious, and she found peace in nature’s beauty, a reflection of the peace she brought to others. Kimber loved everyone she met and became fast friends with anyone who crossed her path. Her life was filled with love, and she made it a point to remind others of her affection. One memory cherished by all who knew her is her constant reminder to take care of her family—her father, her mother, her brothers, her sisters, and her friends. She was also known for thanking the significant others in her loved ones’ lives, expressing how deeply she appreciated the joy they brought to her family members.
Family meant everything to Kimber, and she was fiercely dedicated to them. She is survived by her partner, Leo Santoro; her father, Steve Toner; her mother, Paige Beazer; her stepmother, Jeanne Toner; her brothers, Kc Toner (Haley) and Topher Toner (Cami); her sisters, Andee Minkel (Cole), Shelby Rigg (Kole), Mekenzy Toner, and Malaina Toner; her nephew, Leander Toner; her nieces, Hadlee Toner, June Minkel, Eleanor Rigg, Hayden Toner, Taytum Toner, and baby girl Rigg; her grandmother, Diane Beazer; her grandfather, Harvey Gray (Marilyn) as well as many close friends and extended family members.
Though her time with us was far too short, Kimber lived each moment with passion. Her love for the outdoors, her animals, her family, and her community will forever be remembered. Kimber’s kindness, compassion, and unwavering love leave a lasting legacy that will continue to inspire all who knew her. Her light will forever shine in our hearts. May she rest in peace, surrounded by the beauty she adored.
A Celebration of Life will be held in her honor in West Plains, Missouri, on October 19, 2024, and in Salt Lake City, Utah, in early November. We will keep friends and family posted.
Arrangements under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Funeral services for Ryan Edwin Steinbruner, 34, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, October 7, 2024, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mr. Steinbruner passed away at 2:02 p.m., Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at Ozarks Healthcare.
He was born August 3, 1990, at Monterey, California, to Edwin and Patti Nelson Steinbruner. On August 19, 2018, he was married at West Plains, Missouri, to Cassidy Eller. Ryan was a very devoted father and husband. The pride of his life was his wife and children. He was a very gifted musician. Ryan had a very unique sense of humor and enjoyed making people laugh. He was also a very direct and genuine person. He was a very devoted traditional Catholic.
He is survived by his wife, Cassidy Steinbruner; five children, Eleanor, Annabelle, Jack, Lily, and Stasia Steinbruner; his parents, Edwin and Patti Steinbruner; three sisters, Carissa Cardoza and husband, Lucas, Sara Skidmore and husband, Cory, and Erin Sims and husband, Dustin; several nieces and nephews; and beloved friends that he saw as family.
His grandparents preceded him in death.
Visitation will be prior to the service, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., Monday, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church. Burial will be at St. Joseph’s Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the family and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
Graveside services for Vernie Lona Stein, 75, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, October 4, 2024, at Amy Cemetery, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mrs. Stein passed away Monday, September 30, 2024, at Ozarks Medical Center.
She was born February 2, 1949, at Porum, Oklahoma, to Oscar and Ruby Hughes. On July 3, 2004, she was married at Theodosia, Missouri, to Paul Stein. Vernie enjoyed cross stitching and collecting sea shells and figurines. She loved her children and grandchildren and was a loving mother and devoted wife.
She is survived by her husband, Paul Stein; three children, Arnold Deatherage, Chris Stein and Steven Stein; fifteen grandchildren; four great-grandchildren and one sister, Patricia Hughes (Hale).
Her parents, one daughter, Melissa Baker and two brothers, John and Arnold Hughes, preceded her in death.
Memorial contributions may be made to Amy Cemetery and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
Jill Ann Johnson, 66, West Plains, Missouri, passed away at 8:46 p.m., Friday, September 20, 2024, at her home.
She was born February 5, 1958, at Flint, Michigan, to Elmer Embury and Dorothy Alliene Rhoades Embury. On February 26, 1991, she was married at Cabool, Missouri, to George Johnson. Jill enjoyed doing crafts; she loved her husband and her entire family. Mrs. Johnson attended First Baptist Church. She had a close and sweet relationship with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ and it was her desire that everyone would know him.
She is survived by her husband, George Johnson; three brothers, David Embury and wife, Roxie, Larry Embury and wife, Peggy and Danny Embury and wife, Rita; four sisters, Karen Schwartz and husband, Larry, Nora Embury, Charlene Frost and Emmy Prewitt and husband, Victor; and many nieces and nephews.
Her parents and one brother-in-law, Jack Frost, preceded her in death.
Arrangements under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Funeral services for Zenephan (Mickey) Callahan, 84, Pottersville, Missouri, will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, October 1, 2024, in the Rose Chapel at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mr. Callahan passed away at 10:05 a.m., Saturday, September 28, 2024, at his home.
He was born October 29, 1939, in Howell County, Missouri, to Zenephan H. Callahan and Bertha V. Fox Callahan. On April 10, 1966, he was married at Brandsville, Missouri, to Lois Vandiver. Mr. Callahan was a certified welder and had worked at Amyx and Jeffers before his retirement. He was the biggest Chiefs fan and loved hunting, fishing, old cars and his grandkids.
He is survived by his wife, Lois Callahan, of the family home; two children, John Callahan and wife, Tina, Pottersville, Missouri and Darin Callahan and wife, Jaclyn, Bella Vista, Arkansas; daughter-in-law, Cheryl Vance, Terlton, Oklahoma; ten grandchildren, Tyler Callahan and wife, Holly, Devin Callahan and wife, Rachel, Levi Callahan, Lucas Callahan, Jace Callahan and wife, Makayla, Bret Callahan, Makayla Ward and husband, Chance, Allison Moore and husband, Henry, Isabella Carter and husband, Hunter and Jessica Callahan; eleven great-grandchildren, Chance, Chanel, Clayton and Chayleigh Ward, Kenna, Luca, Honey, Ian, Kendra and Athena Callahan and Wyatt Mitchell; one sister-in-law, Sharon Callahan, West Plains; and several nieces and nephews.
His parents, one son, Mickey Charles (Chuck) Callahan, four brothers, Lue, John, Lewis and Franklin and four sisters, Lorene, Sarah, Darlene and Jane, preceded him in death.
Mr. Callahan will lie in state from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., Monday, at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Burial will be in Pottersville Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Pottersville Cemetery and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
Lori Ann DeShazo, 57, passed away September 24, 2024. Born July 24, 1967, Lori was a vibrant presence known for her love of running, surfing and her adventurous spirit in traveling and shopping. She pursued her education at Howell Valley R-1 Elementary, graduated from West Plains High School and earned a degree from Missouri State University. Lori’s career in publishing took her across North Carolina, California and New York, before she returned to her roots in Missouri. Throughout her life, Lori remained devoted to her Catholic faith. She attended St. Mary’s Catholic Church. Lori was a lover of the arts, frequently visiting the Metropolitan Museum of Art and she held a deep affection for animals, surrounding herself with many beloved pets. Her hobbies weren’t just pastimes but passions that reflected her lively and engaging personality. She enjoyed watching her nieces and nephews.
She is survived by her sister, Jennifer Burtrum and husband, Robert, of West Plains; nephews, Bo Burtrum and Hunter Burtrum and his wife, Cheyane; niece, McKenzie Burtrum, all of West Plains; and several cousins.
Her parents, Patrick and Judith DeShazo, brother, Patrick DeShazo, Jr., paternal grandparents, Henry and Margaret DeShazo, maternal grandparents, James and Mary Jane Akridge and grandmother, Helen Akridge, preceded her in death.
A private Celebration of Life Service and burial will be held at a later date. The family kindly requests that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made honoring Lori’s love for animals, to West Plains Animal Shelter and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
David Lee Bonebrake, 80, Oakland, Illinois, passed away Sunday, September 22, 2024, at Ozarks Medical Center, West Plains, Missouri.
He was born November 3, 1943, at Danville, Illinois, to Orville Bonebrake and Margaret Evans Bonebrake. On January 14, 1979, he was married at Charleston, Illinois, to Pamela Eads. For thirty years, David worked as a truck driver hauling steel. His CB Handle on the job was Coffee Cup and he was one of the hardest working men this world has known. He loved hunting and camping, especially with his family. He never knew a stranger and had a larger than life personality and a voice that carried across three counties. One of his favorite places to be was Cloud 9 Ranch in Caulfield, Missouri, where he and his wife were members for forty years. He loved being outdoors, whether he was hunting, white water rafting, farming, riding his Harley or chopping wood. David was a family man and enjoyed spending time with his family most of all; nothing meant more to him than his family. David had a loud exterior, a quick opinion and a teaser in his pocket at any moment. But, his heart also softened as quickly as his smile appeared. That open-mouthed smile and cackle were always a pleasure to be around. He made people around him smile and that’s enough to make the world just a bit better.
He is survived by his wife, Pamela Bonebrake; four children, Lisa McClain and husband, Kenny, Thomas Bonebrake and wife, Patricia, Timothy Bonebrake and Bobbie Bonebrake and partner, Jason Thomason; six grandchildren, Kenny (Bub) McClain, Jr. and wife, Nichole, Shannon Bonebrake, Korri Bishop and husband, Bruce, Cody Bonebrake and wife, Bailey, Kaleb Bonebrake and wife, Hannah and Austin Bonebrake; eight great-grandchildren and one on the way, Zoey, Hunter, Riley (Doodle bug), Levi, Benjamin, Keegan, Waylon and Blair; two brothers, Charles Bonebrake and James Bonebrake and wife, Kay; one sister, Donna Bonebrake; and many nieces and nephews.
His parents, step-mother, Mary Bonebrake, one sister, Sandra McCorkle and one sister-in-law, Bernadine Bonebrake, preceded him in death.
Arrangements under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Myron Allen Keller, 83, Caulfield, Missouri, passed away at Thursday, September 19, 2024, at his home.
He was born May 31, 1941, at Tamms, Illinois, to Leon Keller, Sr. and Ollie Marie Thompson Keller. Mr. Keller was a veteran, having served with the United States Army for four years. Before his retirement he was a mail carrier in Granite City, Illinois and West Plains, Missouri, but spent most of his life buying, selling and fixing appliances. He enjoyed buying and selling antiques.
He is survived by one daughter, Karen Lynn Keller Bennett and significant other, Dale Penechar, Blue Springs, Missouri; three grandchildren, Tony Lynn Garrison, Kilbourne, Louisiana, Mark Lee Garrison, Lebanon, Missouri and Gregory Alan Bennett, Springfield, Missouri; four great-grandchildren, Austin, Brantley, Braxtyn and Trentyn Garrison; three sisters, Mary Ann Clark, Viola, Arkansas, Pat Ehrhart and husband, Duard, Caulfield, Missouri and Charlene Giger, Caulfield, Missouri; and several nieces and nephews.
His parents, one brother, Leon Keller Jr., and wife, Sheila Ann and one sister, Martha Mize and husband, Jerry, preceded him in death.
A memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Funeral services for Glen Edward Trantham, 75, Rover, Missouri, will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, September 27, 2024, at the Langston Street Chapel of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mr. Trantham passed away at 6:20 p.m., Friday, September 20, 2024, near Thomasville, Missouri.
He was born December 14, 1948, at West Plains, Missouri, to Richard Willie Trantham and Winnie Irene Redburn Trantham. He began his education at Rover, Missouri, where he completed grades 1 through 6; he then went to Thomasville for Junior High and completed his education at Alton High School, graduating in 1966. On February 24, 1967, he was married at Thomasville, Missouri, to his sweetheart, Vivian Miller. Mr. Trantham joined the Army National Guard, completing basic training at Ft Leonard Wood; he served as a mechanic for over 17 years. In 1985 Glen helped start the neighborhood watch in Rover, Missouri which later became the Rover Volunteer fire department. Glen served as the fire chief from 1990 until 2010. He remained a captain with the department until his death. His call was Rover 5. Glen was of the Christian faith and attended Shiloh Baptist Church in Rover. Mr. Trantham was a logger, sawmiller and farmer his entire life. Many knew of his kindness and dedicated service to the community; from donating lumber to local churches, answering hundreds of service calls throughout the years, helping local farmers with difficult tasks and even helping young people with all sorts of ambitions and ideas. Glen was a devoted husband, father and grandfather who cherished his family above all else. He shared a beautiful, loving bond with his wife, who was the light of his life and his steadfast companion through all of life’s joys and challenges. His family was the center of his world and he showed love through countless acts of selflessness and care. His discipline in his work and life cannot be matched and is seconded by his sense of humor as he could laugh and joke with the best of them, always bringing levity and joy wherever he went. In his years Glen lived a life of integrity and grace. No one ever heard a bad word about him and his reputation as a kind, disciplined man who was quick to forgive and slow to judge remains unblemished. He leaves behind a legacy of love, faith and strong family bonds that will continue to inspire all who had the privilege to know him. As we grieve his loss we also celebrate the remarkable life he lived and the countless ways he touched the lives of others. May his memory be a blessing to us all.
He is survived by his wife, Vivian Trantham, of the family home; three children, Jeffery Glen Trantham, Rover, Missouri, Melissa Dawn Roush and husband, Scott, West Plains, Missouri and Misty Lea Schafer and husband, Josh, Salem, Missouri; ten grandchildren, Tyler and wife, Abbey, Sage, Chris and wife, Kasey, Seth, Sean, Karson, Alyson, Cash, Judah and Jay; two great-grandchildren, Dawson and Maisee; many nieces, nephews and cousins; and close friends, John, Jeremy, Bobby, Nolan and Ronnie.
His parents, father-in-law and mother-in-law, Earnest and Pauline Miller, one granddaughter, Shelby Dawn, two brothers-in-law, Chester and Bud and one sister-in-law, Ella, preceded him in death.
Visitation services will be held from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., Thursday, at the Langston Street Chapel of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Burial will be in Jolliff Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Rover Volunteer Fire Department and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
Funeral services for Charles Wilburn (Chuck) Carroll, 93, Willow Springs, Missouri, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, September 28, 2024, at First General Baptist Church, Willow Springs, Missouri, with Pastor Scott Williamson officiating, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mr. Carroll passed away at 6:52 p.m., Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at Willow Care Nursing Home.
He was born to John and Roxie Carroll on April 27, 1931 in Willow Springs, Missouri. Chuck joined the United States Army in 1948 and served his country until 1951. In 1956, he re-enlisted in the Army. On June 22, 1957, he married Helen Marie Smith. She soon joined him at his duty station in Wahiawa, Hawaii. They shared 67 wonderful years of marriage together, and were blessed with one son, Steven Robert “Steve” Carroll. Chuck proudly served his country for a total of 21 years, retiring in 1974 as First Sergeant. During this time, he served in East Africa, Vietnam and the German occupation. He also served over 15 years in the prestigious United States Army Security Agency, and he was awarded numerous medals. He was an active member of the American Legion until his health declined. Chuck and his family moved back to Willow Springs after he retired and farmed for a while in Burnham. He was also the owner and Broker of the Show-Me Land Company real estate office in Willow Springs for 20 years. His favorite pastimes were hunting, fishing and camping at Norfork Lake. He truly enjoyed family reunions and teaching the younger generation how to water ski and perfectly roast marshmallows. Chuck was a member of the First General Baptist Church in Willow Springs. In his younger years, he served on church committees, was a Sunday School teacher and drove a van to pick up children for Sunday School.
Chuck was preceded in death by his parents, his son, Steve, one grandson, Devin Carroll, one granddaughter, Sara Carroll, one sister, Neta Owens, three brothers, David Carroll, Clifford Carroll and Richard Carroll.
He is survived by his loving wife, Helen Carroll; one grandson, Steven Robert Carroll II and his wife, Jordan; three great-granddaughters, Julianna, Shauna, and Stephanie; one great-grandson Stevie; two sisters, Shirley Custer and Helen Hoffman; one brother John “Wendell” Carroll; sister-in-law, Maggie Carroll; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Visitation services will be held from 1:00 until 2:00 p.m., Saturday, at First General Baptist Church. Interment with military honors will be held at Willow Springs Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to First General Baptist Church and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
Funeral services for Charles Milton (Chuck) Allen, 85, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, September 25, 2024, at the Langston Street Chapel of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mr. Allen passed away at 7:30 a.m., Friday, September 20, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family.
He was born April 15, 1939, at Kansas City, Missouri, to Loie Allen and Eunice Evelyn Jones Allen. Chuck was a veteran, having served with the United States Army July 16, 1958 to July 15, 1961, ranking E4 specialist. On July 30, 1961, he was married at Birch Tree, Missouri, to Nova Christine Cooper, who preceded him in death on March 3, 2019. To their union four children, were born: Mitch, David, Stacey and Lee. Mr. Allen worked at Doss and Harper Stone Co. for the majority of his working life. He answered the call to preach in 1973 and was ordained at Berean Baptist Church in West Plains. His ordination board included his father and an uncle, Chester Smart. Chuck served as pastor in numerous churches around the area with the longest being Shiloh Baptist Church, Rover, Missouri.
He is survived by four children, Mitch Allen and wife, Jessica, Greenfield, Missouri, David Allen and wife, Kelli, West Plains, Stacey Allen, Racine, Wisconsin and Lee Allen and wife, Sandy, Greenwood, South Carolina; fourteen grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; two sisters, Sandy Waggoner and husband, Jerry and Judy Beck; many nieces and nephews; and his beloved dog, Keecee.
His parents, his wife of 58 years and one sister, Loretta, preceded him in death.
A private burial will be in Oak Forest Cemetery, Birch Tree, Missouri. Memorial contributions may be made to Oak Forest Cemetery and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
