Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Sedalia, MO and surrounding areas
Billy Gene Neff
Aug 20, 2025
Billy Gene Neff, 93, of Sedalia, Missouri, passed away on August 20, 2025, in Sedalia. Born on November 3, 1931, in Smithton, Missouri, Billy lived a long and meaningful life marked by service, hard work, and a deep commitment to his family and community.
Billy proudly served his country as a veteran of the United States Army during the Korean War...
Dennis J. Bunn Sr.
Aug 20, 2025
Dennis J. Bunn Sr., 67, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at his home in Sedalia.
There will be a celebration of life gathering with family and friends held at a later date.
Cremation arrangements are in the care of Rea Funeral Chapel, Sedalia.
Larry James Murphy Sr.
Aug 18, 2025
Larry James Murphy Sr., 79 of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Monday, August 18, 2025, at his home in Sedalia.
There will be a memorial service held at a later date by the family.
Cremation arrangements in the care of Rea Funeral Chapel.
Carlyn J. Crawford
Aug 18, 2025
Carlyn J. Crawford, 92, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 18, 2025, at Sylvia G. Thompson Residence Center in Sedalia. She was born on February 25, 1933, in Pettis County, MO, the daughter of Willard Collins Sr. and Elizabeth (Arvieux) Collins, who preceded her in death.
On September 4, 1949, in Sedalia, she was united in marriage to...
Eleanor Murial Doud
Aug 17, 2025
Eleanor Murial Doud, 88, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on Sunday, August 17, 2025, at Primrose Retirement Community of Sedalia. She was born January 23, 1937, in New Bedford, MA, the daughter of Frederick and Anna (Singleton) Philipp, who preceded her in death.
On June 23, 1956, in New Bedford, she was united in marriage...
John Roy Houston
Aug 17, 2025
John Roy Houston, 89, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 17, 2025, at Sylvia G. Thompson Residence Center in Sedalia.
He was born on November 7, 1935, in Calhoun, MO, the son of Herbert Houston and Mary Mildred (Duvall) Houston, who preceded him in death.
On April 2, 1954, in Sedalia, he was united in marriage to Carol Ann...
Louis Lee Barkacs
Aug 16, 2025
Louis Lee Barkacs, 87, of Sedalia, Missouri, passed away on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation. He was born August 21, 1937, in Elyria, Ohio. After graduating from high school, Lou enlisted in the USAF, where he served his role with the military police. On July 17, 1958, Lou married Ruth Zemke (d. 4.24.21) in Oakland, California.
Once...
Lisa Ann Moon
Aug 15, 2025
Lisa Ann Moon, 65, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on August 15, 2025, at the University of Missouri Hospital in Columbia, MO. She was born on December 21, 1959, in Sedalia, MO, to Bennie Ray Pummill and Shirley Ann Pohl, both of whom preceded her in death.
On October 13, 1979, she married Pat Moon in Sedalia, MO, who survives...
Melissa Kay Richie
Aug 15, 2025
Melissa "Leesa" Kay Scott-Richie, 58, of Sedalia, MO, passed away Friday, August 15, 2025, at Bothwell Regional Health Center in Sedalia. She was born July 19, 1967, in Sedalia, the daughter of Wilson Lee Curd III and Kathleen Clark-Scott, who preceded her in death.
Leesa was the beloved only child of Kathleen Clark-Scott. She was a proud graduate of Smith-Cotton High...
Charles Alden Loucks
Aug 15, 2025
Charles "Chuck" Alden Loucks, 61, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, August 15, 2025. He was born on August 14, 1964, in Bakersfield, CA, the son of Alden Wright Loucks and Dewayne "Bud" Kidd and Flossie Darlene (Cocker) Kidd, who preceded him in death.
On November 19, 1993, in Sedalia, MO, he was united in marriage...
William Carruthers
Aug 12, 2025
William "Bill" Carruthers, 75, of Warsaw, MO, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at his home. He was born April 26, 1950, in Coshocton, OH, the son of Max Glenn Carruthers and Virginia Loraine (Green) Carruthers, who preceded him in death.
Bill was a proud graduate of Herbert Hoover High School in San Diego, CA, Class of 1968. Following...
Donald Leo Klein
Aug 8, 2025
Donald Leo Klein, 93, of Smithton, MO, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on August 8, 2025. Don was born on July 16, 1932, on the family farm in Smithton, to Joe B. Klein and Helen Marie (Weller) Klein, who preceded him in death. He lived a life deeply rooted in faith, hard work, and strong family values.
On...
Dorothy Jean Heyer
Aug 6, 2025
Dorothy "Cookie" Jean Heyer, 81, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at Lutheran Good Shepherd Nursing Home in Concordia, MO. She was born on November 30, 1943, in Sedalia, the daughter of Orville "Bud" Lee Stout and Geneva (Ford) Stout, who preceded her in death.
In December 1961, in Sedalia, she was united in marriage to Delbert...
Juanita Jean Petree
Aug 5, 2025
Juanita Jean Petree, 79, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at her daughter's home in Sedalia. She was born on November 8, 1945, in Perry, South Dakota, the daughter of John Lockhart and Charlotte (Elkins) Lockhart, who preceded her in death.
On April 12, 1969, in Sedalia, MO, she was united in marriage to Gary Lee...
Thomas Leonard Lee
Aug 2, 2025
Thomas Leonard Lee, 54, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on the evening of August 2, 2025, at his home, surrounded by loved ones and family.
Known as "T Mack," he was born on October 21, 1970, in Chicago, IL, to Leonard and Eloise Ann Lee, both of whom preceded him in death.
Thomas is survived by his son, Markevious Boales;...
Jackie "Jack" Ray George Shelledy
Aug 2, 2025
Jackie "Jack" Ray George Shelledy, 88, of Sedalia, previously of Blue Springs and Lee's Summit, MO, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at Primrose Retirement Community of Sedalia. He was born on August 11, 1936, in Springfield, MO, the son of Clay H. Shelledy and Mildred (Barnett) Shelledy, who preceded him in death.
On August 29, 1955, in Sedalia,...
Joseph Kenneth Ream
Aug 2, 2025
Joseph Kenneth Ream, 93, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at the Sylvia G. Thompson Residence Center in Sedalia. He was born on November 10, 1931, in Sedalia, to Robert Lee Ream and Maude Lorraine (Whitcher) Ream, who both preceded him in death.
Joseph honorably served in the United States Army as a cook. He worked at...
Sherryl L. Pine
Jul 26, 2025
Sherryl L. Pine, 73, of Warrensburg, MO, passed away on July 26, 2025, at the Country Club Care Center in Warrensburg. She was born on December 24, 1951, in Holyoak, MA.
No services are being held.
Cremation arrangements are in the care of Rea Funeral Chapel.
Randy Joel Harris
Jul 26, 2025
Randy Joel Harris, 67, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at Boone Hospital Center in Columbia, MO. He was born on September 13, 1956, in Hominy, OK, to the late James Conley Harris and Mary Ann (Morrison) Harris.
Randy had a passion for riding and racing motorcycles throughout his teenage years until he was 35 years old,...
Garrett Rylan Chandler
Jul 23, 2025
Garrett Rylan "Peanut" Chandler, 17, of Knob Noster, MO, passed away on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at the University Health Truman Medical Center in Kansas City, MO. He was born on March 23, 2008, in San Diego, CA, the beloved son of Shane Leonard Chandler (Amanda) of Rockwall, TX, and Amy Lynn Welch (Adam) of Knob Noster, MO.
Garrett was preparing...
Billy Gene Neff
Aug 20, 2025
Billy Gene Neff, 93, of Sedalia, Missouri, passed away on August 20, 2025, in Sedalia. Born on November 3, 1931, in Smithton, Missouri, Billy lived a long and meaningful life marked by service, hard work, and a deep commitment to his family and community.
Billy proudly served his country as a veteran of the United States Army during the Korean War...
Dennis J. Bunn Sr.
Aug 20, 2025
Dennis J. Bunn Sr., 67, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at his home in Sedalia.
There will be a celebration of life gathering with family and friends held at a later date.
Cremation arrangements are in the care of Rea Funeral Chapel, Sedalia.
Larry James Murphy Sr.
Aug 18, 2025
Larry James Murphy Sr., 79 of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Monday, August 18, 2025, at his home in Sedalia.
There will be a memorial service held at a later date by the family.
Cremation arrangements in the care of Rea Funeral Chapel.
Carlyn J. Crawford
Aug 18, 2025
Carlyn J. Crawford, 92, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 18, 2025, at Sylvia G. Thompson Residence Center in Sedalia. She was born on February 25, 1933, in Pettis County, MO, the daughter of Willard Collins Sr. and Elizabeth (Arvieux) Collins, who preceded her in death.
On September 4, 1949, in Sedalia, she was united in marriage to...
Eleanor Murial Doud
Aug 17, 2025
Eleanor Murial Doud, 88, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on Sunday, August 17, 2025, at Primrose Retirement Community of Sedalia. She was born January 23, 1937, in New Bedford, MA, the daughter of Frederick and Anna (Singleton) Philipp, who preceded her in death.
On June 23, 1956, in New Bedford, she was united in marriage...
John Roy Houston
Aug 17, 2025
John Roy Houston, 89, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 17, 2025, at Sylvia G. Thompson Residence Center in Sedalia.
He was born on November 7, 1935, in Calhoun, MO, the son of Herbert Houston and Mary Mildred (Duvall) Houston, who preceded him in death.
On April 2, 1954, in Sedalia, he was united in marriage to Carol Ann...
Louis Lee Barkacs
Aug 16, 2025
Louis Lee Barkacs, 87, of Sedalia, Missouri, passed away on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at Clinton Healthcare and Rehabilitation. He was born August 21, 1937, in Elyria, Ohio. After graduating from high school, Lou enlisted in the USAF, where he served his role with the military police. On July 17, 1958, Lou married Ruth Zemke (d. 4.24.21) in Oakland, California.
Once...
Lisa Ann Moon
Aug 15, 2025
Lisa Ann Moon, 65, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on August 15, 2025, at the University of Missouri Hospital in Columbia, MO. She was born on December 21, 1959, in Sedalia, MO, to Bennie Ray Pummill and Shirley Ann Pohl, both of whom preceded her in death.
On October 13, 1979, she married Pat Moon in Sedalia, MO, who survives...
Melissa Kay Richie
Aug 15, 2025
Melissa "Leesa" Kay Scott-Richie, 58, of Sedalia, MO, passed away Friday, August 15, 2025, at Bothwell Regional Health Center in Sedalia. She was born July 19, 1967, in Sedalia, the daughter of Wilson Lee Curd III and Kathleen Clark-Scott, who preceded her in death.
Leesa was the beloved only child of Kathleen Clark-Scott. She was a proud graduate of Smith-Cotton High...
Charles Alden Loucks
Aug 15, 2025
Charles "Chuck" Alden Loucks, 61, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, August 15, 2025. He was born on August 14, 1964, in Bakersfield, CA, the son of Alden Wright Loucks and Dewayne "Bud" Kidd and Flossie Darlene (Cocker) Kidd, who preceded him in death.
On November 19, 1993, in Sedalia, MO, he was united in marriage...
William Carruthers
Aug 12, 2025
William "Bill" Carruthers, 75, of Warsaw, MO, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at his home. He was born April 26, 1950, in Coshocton, OH, the son of Max Glenn Carruthers and Virginia Loraine (Green) Carruthers, who preceded him in death.
Bill was a proud graduate of Herbert Hoover High School in San Diego, CA, Class of 1968. Following...
Donald Leo Klein
Aug 8, 2025
Donald Leo Klein, 93, of Smithton, MO, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on August 8, 2025. Don was born on July 16, 1932, on the family farm in Smithton, to Joe B. Klein and Helen Marie (Weller) Klein, who preceded him in death. He lived a life deeply rooted in faith, hard work, and strong family values.
On...
Dorothy Jean Heyer
Aug 6, 2025
Dorothy "Cookie" Jean Heyer, 81, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at Lutheran Good Shepherd Nursing Home in Concordia, MO. She was born on November 30, 1943, in Sedalia, the daughter of Orville "Bud" Lee Stout and Geneva (Ford) Stout, who preceded her in death.
In December 1961, in Sedalia, she was united in marriage to Delbert...
Juanita Jean Petree
Aug 5, 2025
Juanita Jean Petree, 79, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at her daughter's home in Sedalia. She was born on November 8, 1945, in Perry, South Dakota, the daughter of John Lockhart and Charlotte (Elkins) Lockhart, who preceded her in death.
On April 12, 1969, in Sedalia, MO, she was united in marriage to Gary Lee...
Thomas Leonard Lee
Aug 2, 2025
Thomas Leonard Lee, 54, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on the evening of August 2, 2025, at his home, surrounded by loved ones and family.
Known as "T Mack," he was born on October 21, 1970, in Chicago, IL, to Leonard and Eloise Ann Lee, both of whom preceded him in death.
Thomas is survived by his son, Markevious Boales;...
Jackie "Jack" Ray George Shelledy
Aug 2, 2025
Jackie "Jack" Ray George Shelledy, 88, of Sedalia, previously of Blue Springs and Lee's Summit, MO, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at Primrose Retirement Community of Sedalia. He was born on August 11, 1936, in Springfield, MO, the son of Clay H. Shelledy and Mildred (Barnett) Shelledy, who preceded him in death.
On August 29, 1955, in Sedalia,...
Joseph Kenneth Ream
Aug 2, 2025
Joseph Kenneth Ream, 93, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at the Sylvia G. Thompson Residence Center in Sedalia. He was born on November 10, 1931, in Sedalia, to Robert Lee Ream and Maude Lorraine (Whitcher) Ream, who both preceded him in death.
Joseph honorably served in the United States Army as a cook. He worked at...
Sherryl L. Pine
Jul 26, 2025
Sherryl L. Pine, 73, of Warrensburg, MO, passed away on July 26, 2025, at the Country Club Care Center in Warrensburg. She was born on December 24, 1951, in Holyoak, MA.
No services are being held.
Cremation arrangements are in the care of Rea Funeral Chapel.
Randy Joel Harris
Jul 26, 2025
Randy Joel Harris, 67, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at Boone Hospital Center in Columbia, MO. He was born on September 13, 1956, in Hominy, OK, to the late James Conley Harris and Mary Ann (Morrison) Harris.
Randy had a passion for riding and racing motorcycles throughout his teenage years until he was 35 years old,...
Garrett Rylan Chandler
Jul 23, 2025
Garrett Rylan "Peanut" Chandler, 17, of Knob Noster, MO, passed away on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at the University Health Truman Medical Center in Kansas City, MO. He was born on March 23, 2008, in San Diego, CA, the beloved son of Shane Leonard Chandler (Amanda) of Rockwall, TX, and Amy Lynn Welch (Adam) of Knob Noster, MO.
Garrett was preparing...
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