A memorial service will be held at a later date for Paul Jayson Murta, 65, West Plains, Missouri.
Mr. Murta passed away Thursday, December 15, 2024, at his home.
He was born August 23, 1959, at Rolla, Missouri, to Paul Munro Murta and Ruth Hillebrand Murta. Mr. Murta was a mechanic and enjoyed working on anything mechanical. He was a passionate and free spirited man and was very humorous. He loved playing foosball and was a great player, even competing in several world tournaments. He was well loved by his family and friends.
He is survived by two children, Paul Joseph Murta and fiancé, Brianna, West Plains, Missouri and Kenneth Murta and wife, Alisia, Lee’s Summit, Missouri; four grandchildren, Blake, Jackson, Alexandra and Ender Murta; one brother, Timothy Murta and wife, Judy, Snohomish, Washington; two nieces, Tina Largent, State of South Carolina and Halley Kuluga, Cuba, Missouri; and two nephews, Justin Murta, State of Washington and Max Murta, Vietnam.
His parents, one brother, Gene Kuluga and one niece, Tammy Kuluga, preceded him in death.
Arrangements under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
A memorial service for Charles William Amerlan, 84, Bakersfield, Missouri, will be held from 2:00 until 4:00 p.m., Saturday, December 21, 2024, in the main room at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mr. Amerlan passed away at 12:17 a.m., Sunday, December 15, 2024, at his home.
He was born October 29, 1940, at Chicago, Illinois, to John Oscar Amerlan and Lillian Thomas Amerlan. On November 4, 1961, he was married at North Lake, Illinois, to his high school sweetheart, Valerie Dullum. He worked as a printer in Chicago; he moved his family to Missouri in 1979 and became a dairy farmer and retired from Baxter Lab. He enjoyed watching football, especially the Kansas City Chiefs, woodworking and hunting. He loved playing sports and had spent time playing minor league baseball in Chicago. Chuck loved being outdoors enjoying nature and animals or working in his yard. He was a quiet man who was well respected; he truly loved his family and always put their needs above his own. Mr. Amerlan was a member of Hawkins Ridge Church, Bakersfield, Missouri.
He is survived by his wife, Valerie Amerlan, of the family home; three children, Kim Amerlan Burnett, Bakersfield, Missouri, Kari Belt, Bakersfield, Missouri and Kris Hubbard and husband, Dr. Gregory Hubbard, Oak Grove, Missouri; nine grandchildren, Jonathan Belt and wife, Brittany, Andrea Russell and husband, Brian, Joshua Belt and wife, Aly, Dillon Lillo, Keegan Bowen and wife, Molly, Valerie Amerlan and husband, Broc, Kelli Bowen, Hunter Hubbard and Mariah Grayham and husband, Jacob; ten great-grandchildren, Brady, Kyden, Saydie, Logan, Amerlyn, Levi, Tucker, Liam, Wade and Titus; five sisters-in-law, Jean Amerlan, Carol Amerlan, Pam Dullum and wife, Mary, Kathryn Dullum and Mary Lou Dullum; numerous nieces and nephews; and special friends, John and Carrie Walker.
His parents, four brothers, Ray, John, Bob and Clyde, two sisters, Lois and Joan, his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Henry and Francis Dullum and one brother-in-law, John Dullum, preceded him in death.
Memorial contributions may be made to Hawkins Ridge Church and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
Graveside services for Peggy Sue Jarvis DeShazo, 84, Moody, Missouri, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at Baptist Hill Cemetery, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Ms. DeShazo passed away at 3:18 p.m., Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at her home.
She was born July 17, 1940, at Pomona, Missouri, to Fred Beverly Williams and Minnie Eletha Dawson Williams. Peggy enjoyed racing stock cars, riding motorcycles, going to the lake and river, working in her yard and she was passionate about going to car shows and showing off her sports cars. She loved spending time with her grandkids. In the 1960’s she worked with her husband, Jerry Jarvis, as an owner of the Jarvis Station in Caulfield, Missouri. After she began working at Baxter Lab, where she earned the nickname Jet Jarvis from her co-workers that carpooled with her. She later worked at Butternut Bread for several years; it was during this time that she married Joe DeShazo. After working at Butternut Bread, Peggy and her daughter, Sonya, bought the Kountry Korner Store. She was an industry leader; owning and operating the store for thirty-four years. Peggy loved her community and was well respected for helping in any way that she could. She was an amazing mother, grandmother and friend. Ms. DeShazo was of the Baptist faith.
She is survived by her daughter, Sonya Hubbard and husband, Doug; nine grandchildren, Kyle Jarvis and wife, Olivia, Kaiyla Bruffett and husband, Derrick, Kasey Friend and husband, Davin, Nikki Jarvis, Sean Jarvis, Jeremy Jarvis and wife, Kirsten, Stephanie Nelson and husband, Trace, Nicole Robinson and husband, Hayden and Dillon Hubbard and wife, Thu; twenty great-grandchildren; one brother, Jack Williams and wife, Lexie; many nieces and nephews; and special friends, Susie Snorgrass, Betty Scott and Leina West.
Her parents, three sons, Ricky Lynn Jarvis, Rex Kevin Jarvis and Rodney Alan Jarvis, two brothers, Harold Ned Williams and Leon Williams, one sister, Betty Gilbert and the father of her children, Jerry Jarvis, preceded her in death.
Visitation services will be held from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., Monday, at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to Baptist Hill Cemetery 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 Bruce Alan Dawson, 81, West Plains, Missouri, will be held from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., Saturday, December 28, 2024, in the Walnut Room at the West Plains Civic Center.
Mr. Dawson passed away at 3:51 a.m., Thursday, November 21, 2024, at his home.
He was born July 26, 1943, in Cloud County, Kansas, to James Dawson and Grace McIntyre Dawson. On September 10, 1966, he was married at Cabool, Missouri, to Shirley Ward. Mr. Dawson was a veteran, having served with the United States Marines from 1961 – 1965. He then joined the Missouri Highway Patrol. After moving to Alaska, he joined the Alaska State Troopers and then worked on the Alaska Pipeline. He returned to Missouri and served as a Sheriff Deputy in Howell County and finished his career as a security guard at DRS. Mr. Dawson loved his family, the outdoors, his animals and his pets. He never met a stranger. He was an accomplished gun smith and stock maker. He enjoyed restoring antique John Deere 2-cylinder tractors, history and was an avid reader. Mr. Dawson was a member of the Marine Corps League and was a founding member of the Early Day Gas Engine and Tractor Association. He was a Christian.
He is survived by his wife, Shirley Dawson; three children, Deanna Gamble, James Dawson and wife, Cassie and David Dawson and wife, Janene; six grandchildren, Laura, Cole, Nathan, Emily and Blake Dawson and Audrey Gamble; and two nieces, Beth and Pam Dawson.
His parents, one brother and sister-in-law, Jerry and Emily Dawson, one son-in-law, Greg Gamble, his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Warren and Lyda Ward and one brother-in-law, Gaylord Ward, preceded him in death.
Arrangements under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Funeral services for Betty Guffey Ford (Granny), 95, Caulfield, Missouri, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, December 12, 2024, in the Rose Chapel at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mrs. Ford passed away at 11:36 p.m., Saturday, December 7, 2024, at Brooke Haven Healthcare.
She was born April 22, 1929, at Gamaliel, Arkansas, to Bev Minge and Eddie Catherine Estes Minge. On November 7, 1947, she was married to George Guffey, who preceded her in death on December 5, 1981. On September 8, 1984 she was married to Lawrence Allen Ford, who preceded her in death on March 2, 2008. Granny enjoyed gardening, taking care of her yard, cleaning her house and loved her grandkids and great-grandkids. She worked with her husband, George, on the farm for many years before working at Marathon Electric in the lead room. Granny was a member of the Bakersfield Saddle Club in the 60’s and 70’s. Mrs. Ford was of the Baptist faith.
She is survived by one son, Clinton Guffey and wife, Vicky; two grandchildren, Heather Bunch and husband, Mark and Barbara Guffey; three great-grandchildren, Landon Bunch, Carter Bunch and Wyatt Young; one sister, Linda Jones; one brother-in-law, Bill Haddock; and many nieces and nephews.
Her parents, husbands, one granddaughter, Christina Guffey, five sisters, Stella White, Cecil Talburt, Bernice Edgar, Ruth Martin and Joann Haddock and one brother, Mitchell Minge, preceded her in death.
Visitation services will be held from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Burial will be in Hurst Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
Robert Lee Martin, 67, of West Plains, Missouri, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, December 1, 2024, at 5:51 PM, surrounded by his loved ones.
Born on July 1, 1957, in Memphis, Tennessee, Robert moved to West Plains in 1982. He was a skilled flooring contractor and finish carpenter, known for his meticulous craftsmanship and passion for woodworking. Robert took great pride in his work, always paying close attention to every detail. He was also an avid outdoorsman, enjoying fishing, hunting, and gardening in his free time.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Marty, of the home; his mother, Sue Martin; his sister, Cherie Holmes and husband, Chuck; his sons, Chase and Justin; his daughter, Beki; and his cherished grandchildren, Ryder, Sam, Mia, and Liam, as well as his nephews, John Holmes and Bob Holmes.
He was preceded in death by his father, John “Jack” Martin.
A Celebration of Life service for Shelden Paul Bragg, 27, West Plains, Missouri, will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Saturday, December 7, 2024, in the Langston Street Chapel of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mr. Bragg passed away at 8:17 p.m., Friday, November 29, 2024, at his home.
He was born April 10, 1997, at West Plains, Missouri, to Stephen Paul LaQuet and Gretchen Davis. Mr. Bragg enjoyed skateboarding and collecting cars, and he loved making people laugh. He had a big heart and was always there when you needed him. Shelden loved his family, especially his son and his dog, Drako.
He is survived by his mother, Gretchen Davis; his father, Stephen LaQuet; his stepfather, Carl Davis; special friend, Ashley McKee; two sons, Liam Bragg and Bentley Waldo; one brother, Jaxyn Bragg; three sisters, Nicole Ely, Sophia LaQuet, and Brooklyn LaQuet; bonus mom, Debbie Spurling-Roberson; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
His grandparents, Paul and Shannon Johnson, and his best friend, Jason Spurling, preceded him in death.
Arrangements under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Graveside services for James Dale Uhlmann, 73, Dora, Missouri, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, December 6, 2024, at Blanche Cemetery, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mr. Uhlmann passed away Sunday, December 1, 2024, at his home.
He was born March 20, 1951, at West Plains, Missouri, to Elmer Dale and Martha Jane Cropper Uhlmann. Mr. Uhlmann enjoyed farming, hunting, fishing, gardening, and working. He loved his family and spending time with his grandsons. He would never miss a family gathering. Mr. Uhlmann was of the Christian faith.
He is survived by two sons, Derrick Uhlmann, Dora, Missouri, and Devon Uhlmann and wife, Kayla, Dora, Missouri; two grandsons, Blake Uhlmann and Hudson Uhlmann, both of Dora, Missouri; his mother, Martha Uhlmann, Drury, Missouri; two brothers, Rocky Uhlmann, Dora, Missouri, and Randy Uhlmann, Drury, Missouri; one sister, Gina Hollingshad and husband, Joe, Drury, Missouri; special friend, Julie Emery Booth, Drury, Missouri; and many nieces and nephews.
His father, paternal grandparents, Richard and Dorothea Uhlmann, and maternal grandparents, John and Bess Cropper, 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. Memorial contributions may be made to Blanche Cemetery and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
William Thomas Howell, 68, West Plains, Missouri, passed away at 4:21 a.m., Thursday, November 21, 2024, at Ozarks Healthcare.
He was born April 10, 1956, at Thayer, Missouri, to Oscar and Geraldine DeBois Howell. On October 13, 2006, he was married at West Plains, Missouri, to Lisa Huffman. Mr. Howell loved riding his trike, hunting, and playing guitar. He also loved spending time at home. He was good at anything he put his hand to, whether it was welding, masonry, or mechanic work. Mr. Howell was a member of the AmVets for many years.
He is survived by his wife, Lisa; one son, William Howell, Jr.; six grandchildren, Skyler Howell, Brandon Howell and wife, Gwenn, Amber Howell, Ethan Howell, Brayden James Howell, and Abigail Thompson; five great-grandchildren; two brothers, Dalton Howell and wife, Marilyn, and Paul Howell and wife, Kay; three sisters, Joann Flygare, Albertta Howell, and Susan Howell; and many nieces and nephews.
His parents, one son, Jesse Howell, one brother, Robert Howell, and one sister, Norvella Howell, preceded him in death.
Arrangements are under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Funeral services for Ronald Dee Hardin, 77, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, December 4, 2024, in the Rose Chapel of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mr. Hardin passed away at 9:38 p.m., Tuesday, November 26, 2024, at Mountain Grove, Missouri.
He was born June 1, 1947, at West Plains, Missouri, to Virgil Calvin Hardin and Blanche (Jolliff) Hardin. Ronald loved fishing, camping, wood working, gardening, and reading. He served in the U.S. Army before working at Invensys for 40 years.
Ronald is survived by his wife, Bonnie (Fite) Hardin; one son, David Hardin and wife, Monique; two grandchildren, Brylee and Sylas; one special sister, Paula Coy and husband, David; two special nieces, Mandy Hensley and husband, Jason, and Sheri Huckaby and husband, Mike; two sisters, Calva Jones and husband, Leroy, and Sandy Evans and husband, David; two brothers-in-law, James B. Fite and Bob Inlow; three sisters-in-law, Shirley (Fite) Surrite and husband, Jerry, Vera Fite, and Helen (Fite) Brixey; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Ronald was preceded in death by his parents, Virgil and Blanche Hardin, father-in-law and mother-in-law, George Clarence and Edrie Fern Fite, two brothers-in-law, Robert A. Fite and Cecil Brixey, and two sisters-in-law, Cherry Fite and Naomi (Fite) Inlow.
Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Burial will be at Mt. Zion Cemetery, South Fork, Missouri. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
Funeral services for Robert Johnathan McDonald, 88, Dora, Missouri, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 3, 2024, in the Rose Chapel of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Surrounded by loved ones, Robert went to eternal rest at his home in Dora, Missouri, on November 27, 2024,
He was born October 29, 1936, at Thomasville, Missouri, to Mack McDonald and Lora (Smith) McDonald. Robert found the love of his life, Joyce (Clinton), and they were united in marriage on February 27, 1959, at Bakersfield, Missouri. Robert and Joyce shared sixty-two wonderful, wedded years, in which they enjoyed raising their five girls, attending grandkids’ ball games, enjoying community picnics, fellowship with their friends at Athel Jackson’s Jamboree on Friday evenings, and spending time deer hunting together in hopes Joyce would “kill a big one.” The couple attended Big Springs Church. As the years passed, their family continued to grow, as did their love. Joyce preceded Robert in death on February 5, 2022. Robert was a long-time dairy and beef farmer. Although they sold the dairy cows in 2001, his love for farming continued with beef cattle. Robert also hauled can and bulk milk for several years and later worked for Douglas County Road and Bridge as a brush cutter. He was a hardworking man, often working more than one job, as he did custom haying for neighbors and friends. In his later years, Robert enjoyed riding through the countryside and checking his cattle.
Robert is survived by five daughters, Charlene Causey and husband, Jay, Dora, Missouri, Kay Davis, Dora, Missouri, Lora Loftis and husband, Danny, Lebanon, Ohio, Robyn Reahr and husband, Jeremiah, Gainesville, Missouri, and Ashley Richison and husband, Eric, Pahrump, Nevada; nine grandchildren, Darrin Causey and wife, Valerie, Robbie Causey and wife, Sarah, Todd Causey and wife, Brandi, Kyle Mings and fiancé, Laiken, Dakota Mings and wife, Kristi, Kayla Davis and husband, Josh, Cheyenne Mings, Skyler Davis, and Elijah Richison; twenty great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson; one sister, Louise Dennis and husband, Cliff, Houston, Missouri; two sisters-in-law, Ruth Sheppard and husband, Stasey, Willow Springs, Missouri, and Carol McDonald, Davenport, Iowa; special friends, Edd Friend and wife, Ina, and Judy Russell; and several nieces and nephews that will miss him dearly.
Robert was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce (Clinton) McDonald, his parents, Mack and Lora McDonald, father-in-law and mother-in-law, Charley and Orpha Clinton, two brothers, Raymond McDonald and wife, Freda, and Ben McDonald, five sisters, Dorothy Atha and husband, Willis, Mary Cooper and husband, Hubert, Ada Easley and husband, Jr., Ruthie Davis and husband, Otis, and Janace Mitchell and husband, Lloyd, and long-time best friends, Eldon Russell and Junior Berry.
Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Burial will be at Little Zion Cemetery, Douglas County, Missouri. Memorial contributions may be made to Little Zion Cemetery and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
Cathy Ann Goodall Pope, 68, West Plains, Missouri, passed away November 24, 2024, surrounded by her family.
Cathy was born July 16, 1958, in Wyatt, Missouri. She and her family moved to Granite City, Illinois, when she was just a few weeks old. Cathy grew up and resided in Illinois until she moved to West Plains, Missouri, in 2003. Mrs. Pope was a member of the First United Methodist Church. She had many friends at church and at NHC nursing home, where she and her husband resided. Cathy loved her family wholeheartedly and unconditionally! Her children and grandchildren made her world turn and were her pride and joy. She had the best smile, spunky personality, and always enjoyed making others laugh with her silly antics and stories. Cathy worked many years in different factories in Illinois and Missouri. Eventually she took a position with Integrity Home Care until she later retired. During her free time, Cathy enjoyed her Red Hat Club, water aquatics, books, drawing, going to yard sales, eating out, and being with her family and friends. She also loved animals and nature, as well as watching the leaves change color in Autumn.
She is survived by her husband Lawrence (Larry) Pope, which she married March 12, 2012. She has two surviving siblings, Larry Goodall of Granite City, Illinois, and Mary Meerdink of Kissimmee, Florida. Cathy is survived by her three sons, three daughters, and their families: Joshua and Debbie Ernst of Mtn. View, Missouri, Elijah and Sarah Ernst of Mtn. View, Missouri, Nathan Ernst of Nixa, Missouri, Sarah and Cliff Gatewood of West Plains, Missouri, Heather Mays of West Plains, Missouri, and Laura and Darin Ellis of Willow Springs, Missouri. Cathy has thirteen grandchildren: Joshua Jr., Katlyn, Kierstin, Kendall, Kamden, Arinne, Whitney, Gracey, Jarett, Zoei, Makenzee, Emilee, and Adalyn. She also has seven great-grandchildren: James, Felicity, Noah, Maverick, Kaydance, Makayla, and Brantley. She is also survived by many extended family members and close friends.
Cathy was preceded in death by her parents, Earnest Alta Goodall and Mary Louise Lay Goodall.
Cathy will be missed tremendously by all who knew and loved her. A private Celebration of Life ceremony will be held in her honor by her family.
Arrangements under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Graveside services for Janis Marie Honeycutt, 74, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, November 30, 2024, at Dripping Springs Cemetery, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mrs. Honeycutt passed away Sunday, November 24, 2024, at Ozarks Healthcare.
She was born October 18, 1950, in Monette, Arkansas, to Elvis Hensley and Lucille Hill Hensley. On April 28, 1969, she was married at San Luis Obispo, California, to Jerry Douglas Honeycutt, who preceded her in death on January 9, 2022. Janis loved her family, especially her grandchildren. She enjoyed reading and loved anything Elvis. Her favorite thing to do was watch her grandbabies play. Mrs. Honeycutt was a Christian.
She is survived by four children, Tim Honeycutt and wife, Rebecca, Scot Honeycutt, Rusty Honeycutt and wife, Michelle and Travis Honeycutt; ten grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; two brothers, Calvin Hensley and wife, Patty and Darrell Hensley; and many nieces and nephews.
Her parents, husband, one sister, Pat Scheibmeir and one brother, Eddie Hensley, preceded her in death.
Memorial contributions may be made to Dripping Springs Cemetery and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775. Online condolences may be left at www.robertsondrago.com
Graveside services for Matthew Franklin Brewer, 49, Pottersville, Missouri, will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at Pottersville Cemetery, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mr. Brewer passed away at 3:38 p.m., Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at Cox Medical Center, Springfield, Missouri.
He was born April 2, 1975, at West Plains, Missouri, to Kyle James Brewer and Diana Sue Talley Brewer. On May 27, 1995, he was married at Pottersville, Missouri, to Becky Ficken. Matthew enjoyed hunting, fireworks and relics. He was loved and respected by a lot of people. He was smart, a jack of all trades and was able to fix anything.
He is survived by his wife, Becky Brewer; two daughters, McKrae and Macy Brewer; his father, Kyle Brewer; and one sister, Melissa Barnett, and husband, Toby.
His mother and grandparents preceded him in death.
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.
Graveside services for David Lee Lingle, 68, Caulfield, Missouri, will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, November 26, 2024, at Elijah Cemetery, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mr. Lingle passed away at 2:16 a.m., Saturday, November 23, 2024, at Gainesville Health Center.
He was born July 24, 1956, at Cody, Wyoming, to Frank Lingle and Mary Rayner Lingle. On July 1, 2021, he was married at Bakersfield, Missouri, to Pam Bean. Mr. Lingle was a veteran, having served with the Unity States Army for thirty-four years; he fought in the Vietnam War as well as in the Global War on Terrorism in Afghanistan and Iraq. He retired as Staff Sergeant with many awards and honors. David enjoyed being outdoors, target shooting and was a great cook. Mr. Lingle attended the Elijah Church of Christ.
He is survived by his wife, Pam Bean, Caulfield, Missouri; one brother, Jimmy Lingle, Tucson, Arizona; one brother-in-law, Rusty Bean; two sisters-in-law, Trish Fox and Paula Bass and husband, John; nieces and nephews, Staff Sergeant Jordan Hartley and wife, Shea, Cold Creek, Wisconsin, Joshua Hartley, Fort Smith, Arkansas, Garrett Fox, Caulfield, Missouri and Ainsley Fox, Caulfield, Missouri; and great-niece and great-nephews, Kane, Kody and Kori Hartley, Cold Creek, Wisconsin.
His parents, one brother, Bobby Lingle, father-in-law and mother-in-law, Gene and Pauline Bean and two brothers-in-law, Randy and Scottie Bean, preceded him in death.
Mr. Lingle will lie in state from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., Monday, at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. 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.
Funeral services for Larry Edgar Crabtree, 63, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 27, 2024, in the Rose Chapel at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mr. Crabtree passed away at 12:44 a.m., Friday, November 22, 2024, at his home.
He was born December 24, 1960, in Howell County, Missouri, to Clarence Edgar Crabtree and Billie Jean Harrison Crabtree. Larry worked as a welder at DRS for forty-two years. He enjoyed cutting wood, tractors, farming and watching westerns, especially John Wayne. He was very proud of the home that he built. For several years Mr. Crabtree was Santa Claus for the City of West Plains. He loved his family, his neighbors and his dog, Patty.
He is survived by three children, Michael (Mike) Crabtree and wife, Kim, Mountain Grove, Missouri, Larry (Bubba) Crabtree, Jr., and wife, Ariel, West Plains and Brandi (Sissy) Roberts and husband, Jarrett, West Plains; four grandchildren, Katie Kreuser and husband, Dayne, Mountain Grove, Missouri, Sydnee Crabtree, Mountain Grove, Missouri, Dallas Anderson, West Plains and Tyler Anderson, West Plains; one great-granddaughter, Rosalee Kreuser; and several cousins.
His parents and grandparents preceded him in death.
Visitation services will be held from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Evergreen Cemetery and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
Betty Joy Brixey, 92, West Plains, Missouri, passed away at 10:35 p.m., Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at Brooke Haven Healthcare.
She was born April 2, 1932, at Elijah, Missouri, to John Parker Wheeler and Effie Lawrence Wheeler. On December 19, 1952, she was married at West Plains, to Junior Brixey, who preceded her in death on August 6, 2021. Betty was a selfless woman; she loved her family, her church and enjoyed making quilts for her family and grandchildren. Mrs. Brixey was a prayer warrior and was a long time member of United Freewill Baptist Church.
She is survived by two daughters, Debbie Adams and husband, Dennis and Vonnie Thompson and husband, Clay, all of West Plains; four grandchildren, Sonya McGinley and husband, Dennis, Shannon Kiefer and husband, Chris, Josh Adams and wife, Ashlea and Jared Thompson and wife, Destini; thirteen great-grandchildren, Gracie Watson, Logan Watson, Cade Kiefer, Garel McGinley and wife, Jessie, Eli McGinley and wife, Gracie, Parker McGinley, Brixey Adams, Mylea Adams, Kinlee Adams, Jase Adams, Lillie Thompson, Briley Ball and Chandler Ball; one brother, Johnny Wheeler and wife, Sue; one sister, Emma Lou Lashley; one sister-in-law, Patsy King and husband, Alan; and several nieces and nephews.
Her parents, husband, one brother, James Marvin Wheeler, one sister, Mary Sue Marsh and her husband, Reathel, one brother-in-law, Jim Lashley and her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Buster and Jewell Brixey, preceded her in death.
Private services will be held under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Burial will be in Union Grove Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to United Freewill Baptist Church Building Fund or CTC Emergency Patient Assistance Fund Direct Patient Care and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
Graveside services for Steven Ray Sinclair, 64, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, November 21, 2024, at Elk Creek Cemetery, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mr. Sinclair passed away at 11:00 a.m., Sunday, November 17, 2024, at Shady Oaks Health Care, Thayer, Missouri.
He was born October 5, 1960, at West Plains, Missouri, to Omrie Sinclair and Alice Mardell Showalter Sinclair. Before his retirement, he worked at International Shoe Factory, Amyx Manufacturing and Invensys. He spent his life living and working on the family farm. He was very interested in genealogy and spent many hours researching his family history. He also enjoyed camping, gardening, riding ATV’s and spending time with family. Mr. Sinclair attended Elk Creek Cumberland Presbyterian Church.
He is survived by one brother, Martin Sinclair and wife, Cindy, West Plains; one sister, Kathy Andrews and husband, Gary, West Plains; one brother-in-law, Ronnie Falwell; nieces and nephews, Rhonda Sanders, Michael Falwell, Christy Harris, Alicia Gunter, Randall Ballard, Donna Ballard, Tara McFarland, Cody Collins and Raven Collins; and several great-nieces and great-nephews.
His parents, two sisters, Jeanne Falwell and Carol Ballard and her husband, Marvin, one niece, Marvet Ballard and three nephews, Duane Ballard, Charles Falwell and Floyd Andrews, preceded him in death.
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 Dwane Bradley Cotter, 90, Caulfield, Missouri, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 19, 2024, in the Rose Chapel at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mr. Cotter passed away at 3:38 p.m., Friday, November 15, 2024, at his home.
He was born on October 23, 1934, in Viola, Arkansas to Okus and Lucy (Burns) Cotter. He met the love of his life in 1962 when their eyes met across the road as he was standing beside his red 1955 Ford convertible, and they both said it was like electricity arced between them. Ask mom about their first kiss. He married the love of his life, Linda Lair, on May 23, 1964, and they shared 60 wonderful, happy years together. Dwane served in the United States Army from 1957 to 1959. His stories about driving a bus down the road from Pikes Peak in Colorado was terrifying, but apparently impressed his Captain enough that they gave him his license to drive a bus, much to his dismay. Dwane traveled a lot in his young years and love to tell his children stories of the places he had been. He had many jobs through the years, but his job as a carpenter and a woodworker is how he was best known. He built and remodeled many houses in the area and was a mentor to many. He loved his farm and being out in nature. When it snowed and the roads were bad, he could always find a reason why he needed to go to Bakersfield, even it was just to see if he could get there and back. When he was driving, if there was a car ahead of him on the road he was not satisfied until he caught up with it and passed it. We all learned to hold on tight.
Dwane is survived by his loving wife, Linda and their three children, Kim (Thom) of Jefferson City, Missouri; Brad (Megan) of Floral, Arkansas; and Tim (Melinda) of Ash Grove Missouri. Also surviving him are eight grandchildren: Kara (Jake); Katie; Shannon (Darren); Connor; Ciara; Chase; Leandra; and Torin. He was blessed with the best siblings: LeFreda Rowland; Jecquita Durham; Verlene Miller; Eudene Legg (Bob); Ewell (Pee Wee) Cotter (Patsy), as well as numerous nieces and nephews whom he loved dearly.
Dwane is preceded in death by his parents, Okus and Lucy Cotter; two brothers, Quintin and Garold Cotter; and three brothers-in-law, Larry Miller, Charlie Durham, and Jim Rowland.
Visitation services will be held from 12:30 until 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Burial will be in Amy Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Amy Cemetery or Paragould Children’s Home and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
