Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries for Sedalia, MO and surrounding areas

Alesia Rae Wissman

Alesia Rae Wissman

Sep 30, 2025

Alesia Rae Wissman, 67, of Sedalia, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at Centerpoint Medical Center in Independence, MO. She was born October 23, 1957, in Versailles, MO, the daughter of Cleo J. Wissman and Myloh Mae (Tobaben) Wissman, who preceded her in death.

Affectionately known to most as "Babe," Alesia was a proud...

Chester Wayne Bryan

Chester Wayne Bryan

Sep 29, 2025

Chester Wayne Bryan, 67, of Florence, MO, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, September 29, 2025. He was born on March 16, 1958, in Sedalia, MO, the son of Forrest Clifford Bryan and Pauline (Currier) Bryan, who preceded him in death.

On April 30, 2022, in Sedalia, MO, Chester was united in marriage to Kimberly I. Bishop, who survives...

James Edwin Teasley

James Edwin Teasley

Sep 29, 2025

James Edwin Teasley, 79, of Concordia, MO, formerly of Smithton, MO, passed away on Monday, September 29, 2025, at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, MO. He was born on February 28, 1946, in Birmingham, AL, the son of James Teasley and Kathryn Lurline Kendrick Dutton Teasley, who preceded him in death.

James served his country honorably in the United States...

Sharon Kay Kratzer

Sharon Kay Kratzer

Sep 29, 2025

Sharon Kay Kratzer, 77, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by family, on Monday, September 29, 2025. She was born on November 22, 1947, in Sedalia, the daughter of Roy and Nancy (Cureton) Bozarth, who preceded her in death.

Sharon was a woman of simple joys and a big heart. She loved puzzles of all kinds, diamond...

Mary Ruth Bengtson

Mary Ruth Bengtson

Sep 28, 2025

Mary Ruth (Huls) Bengtson, age 86, passed away on September 28, 2025, in Rayville Missouri. She was born to Jefferson Huls and Laverna Doris (Spunaugle) Huls on June 10, 1939 and raised in Welch, Oklahoma.

She met Leon Bengtson at Clever convention in 1960 and they were married on August 3, 1961. They enjoyed 63 years together. They farmed in...

Randy Chi Smith

Randy Chi Smith

Sep 28, 2025

Randy Chi Smith, 72, of La Monte, MO, passed away on Sunday, September 28, 2025, at Boone Hospital Center in Columbia, MO. He was born on September 24, 1953, in Sedalia the son of Chi Albert Smith who preceded him death and Nancy Lee (Eaton) Smith, who resides in Sedalia.

He was united in marriage on September 16, 2004, to Deborah...

Irma L. Weyer

Irma L. Weyer

Sep 21, 2025

Irma L. Weyer, 102, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on September 21, 2025, at Good Samaritan Care Center in Cole Camp, MO. She was born on December 29, 1922, in Oberhausen, Germany.

Irma immigrated to Whiteman Air Force Base in Knob Noster, MO, from Germany in the early 1950s and became a U.S. citizen in 2004. She worked at Lamy's and...

Russell Allen Cooper

Russell Allen Cooper

Sep 21, 2025

Russell "Allen" Cooper, 77, of Sedalia, MO, passed away at his home on September 21, 2025. He was born on June 19, 1948, in Sedalia, MO, to Otto and Mildred Cooper, both of whom preceded him in death.

On September 23, 1967, he married Nicola Kathleen Hayworth in Sedalia, MO, and she survives him.

Allen graduated from Smith-Cotton High School...

Kenneth Dale Venable

Kenneth Dale Venable

Sep 20, 2025

Kenneth "Kenny" Dale Venable, 74, of Warrensburg, MO, passed away on September 20, 2025, at his home in Warrensburg, Missouri. He was born on July 17, 1951, in Butler, MO, the son of Roy M. and Daisy M. Venable, who preceded him in death.

On January 8, 1982, in Whitesboro, TX, he was united in marriage to Barbara Howard, who resides...

Susan Dawn McMannama

Susan Dawn McMannama

Sep 19, 2025

Susan Dawn McMannama, 70, of Warsaw, MO, passed away on September 19, 2025, at her home. She was born on September 8, 1955, in Boonville, MO, to Leon and Gloria D. Snapp, both of whom preceded her in death.

On February 5, 2005, in Sedalia, MO, she married Alfred "Chris" McMannama Jr., who survives her.

Susan graduated from Smith-Cotton High...

Eldon Lee McClain

Eldon Lee McClain

Sep 19, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Eldon Lee McClain, a loving son, devoted father, cherished grandfather, loyal friend, and proud veteran of the United States Army. He departed this life on Friday, September 19, 2025, at the age of 85.

Born on June 29, 1940, Eldon lived a life marked by service to his country, honesty, integrity, and a...

Edna Cleo Payne

Edna Cleo Payne

Sep 18, 2025

Edna Cleo Payne, 85, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at her home. She was born on July 25, 1940, in rural Pettis County, MO, the daughter of Charley W. Shull and Mary (Mosby) Shull, who preceded her in death.

On November 22, 1981, in Sedalia, she was united in marriage to Wallace Gene Payne, who...

Marie Elena Webb

Marie Elena Webb

Sep 16, 2025

Marie Elena Webb, 83, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at Sylvia G. Thompson Residence Center in Sedalia. She was born on October 9, 1941, in Turtle Lake, ND, the daughter of Theodore and Dolly (Meyers) Anderson, who preceded her in death.

Marie devoted much of her life to caring for children. She worked for Kid...

Shirley Grace Ballew

Shirley Grace Ballew

Sep 14, 2025

Shirley Grace Ballew, 83, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Sunday, September 14, 2025, at University Hospital, in Columbia, Missouri.

A private graveside memorial gathering with family and friends will be held at Sunset Hills Cemetery, Warrensburg, MO, at a later date by the family.

Cremation arrangements are in the care of Rea Funeral Chapel.

Walter Lee Long

Walter Lee Long

Sep 10, 2025

Walter Lee Long, 88, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 10, 2025.

He was born October 31, 1936, in Sedalia, the son of Walter G. Long and Martha (Pabst) Long, who preceded him in death.

On June 30, 1957, in Sedalia, Walter was united in marriage to Norma Jean Jeffries, who preceded him in death on September 27, 2020.

Walter...

Deloris Marriam Wade

Deloris Marriam Wade

Aug 28, 2025

Deloris "Dee" Marriam Wade, 82, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at her home surrounded by family.

She was born on August 9, 1943, in Sedalia, the daughter of John Robert Baldwin and Myrtle Kathryn (Otten) Baldwin, who preceded her in death.

On July 29, 1961, in Sedalia, Dee was united in marriage to the love of...

Ruth Elaine Russell

Ruth Elaine Russell

Aug 28, 2025

Ruth Elaine Russell, 100, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at E.W. Thompson Health and Rehab.

She was born October 7, 1924, in La Monte, MO, the daughter of Hugh Milton Price and Mary Ruth (Swift) Price, who preceded her in death.

On June 26, 1947, in La Monte, Ruth was united in marriage to the love...

Jean Marie Vogel

Jean Marie Vogel

Aug 26, 2025

Jean (Jeannie) Marie Vogel (Holt), 68, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at Rest Haven Convalescent Nursing Home in Sedalia.

Jeannie exchanged vows with Jack Holt on October 13, 2024. He remained by her side faithfully until she passed away peacefully while holding his hand.

She is survived by two sons: Kenneth Wing (Melissa) of Newark,...

Henry Cowden Saddler

Henry Cowden Saddler

Aug 25, 2025

Henry Cowden "Buster" Saddler, 90, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Monday, August 25, 2025, at Bothwell Regional Health Center. He was born on October 4, 1934, in Castlewood, VA, the son of Henry W. Saddler and Agnes E. (Hall) Saddler, who preceded him in death.

On September 2, 1961, in Sedalia, MO, Buster married the love of his life, Rosann...

Sally Anne Long

Sally Anne Long

Aug 22, 2025

Sally Anne Long, 88, of Sedalia, passed away on August 22, 2025, at her home in Sedalia. She was born on November 24, 1936, in London, England, the daughter of Patrick Stride and Nivienno (Carter) Stride, who preceded her in death.

On December 20, 1966, in Box Elder, South Dakota, she was united in marriage to James L. Long Sr., who...

Alesia Rae Wissman

Alesia Rae Wissman

Sep 30, 2025

Alesia Rae Wissman, 67, of Sedalia, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at Centerpoint Medical Center in Independence, MO. She was born October 23, 1957, in Versailles, MO, the daughter of Cleo J. Wissman and Myloh Mae (Tobaben) Wissman, who preceded her in death.

Affectionately known to most as "Babe," Alesia was a proud...

Chester Wayne Bryan

Chester Wayne Bryan

Sep 29, 2025

Chester Wayne Bryan, 67, of Florence, MO, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, September 29, 2025. He was born on March 16, 1958, in Sedalia, MO, the son of Forrest Clifford Bryan and Pauline (Currier) Bryan, who preceded him in death.

On April 30, 2022, in Sedalia, MO, Chester was united in marriage to Kimberly I. Bishop, who survives...

James Edwin Teasley

James Edwin Teasley

Sep 29, 2025

James Edwin Teasley, 79, of Concordia, MO, formerly of Smithton, MO, passed away on Monday, September 29, 2025, at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, MO. He was born on February 28, 1946, in Birmingham, AL, the son of James Teasley and Kathryn Lurline Kendrick Dutton Teasley, who preceded him in death.

James served his country honorably in the United States...

Sharon Kay Kratzer

Sharon Kay Kratzer

Sep 29, 2025

Sharon Kay Kratzer, 77, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by family, on Monday, September 29, 2025. She was born on November 22, 1947, in Sedalia, the daughter of Roy and Nancy (Cureton) Bozarth, who preceded her in death.

Sharon was a woman of simple joys and a big heart. She loved puzzles of all kinds, diamond...

Mary Ruth Bengtson

Mary Ruth Bengtson

Sep 28, 2025

Mary Ruth (Huls) Bengtson, age 86, passed away on September 28, 2025, in Rayville Missouri. She was born to Jefferson Huls and Laverna Doris (Spunaugle) Huls on June 10, 1939 and raised in Welch, Oklahoma.

She met Leon Bengtson at Clever convention in 1960 and they were married on August 3, 1961. They enjoyed 63 years together. They farmed in...

Randy Chi Smith

Randy Chi Smith

Sep 28, 2025

Randy Chi Smith, 72, of La Monte, MO, passed away on Sunday, September 28, 2025, at Boone Hospital Center in Columbia, MO. He was born on September 24, 1953, in Sedalia the son of Chi Albert Smith who preceded him death and Nancy Lee (Eaton) Smith, who resides in Sedalia.

He was united in marriage on September 16, 2004, to Deborah...

Irma L. Weyer

Irma L. Weyer

Sep 21, 2025

Irma L. Weyer, 102, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on September 21, 2025, at Good Samaritan Care Center in Cole Camp, MO. She was born on December 29, 1922, in Oberhausen, Germany.

Irma immigrated to Whiteman Air Force Base in Knob Noster, MO, from Germany in the early 1950s and became a U.S. citizen in 2004. She worked at Lamy's and...

Russell Allen Cooper

Russell Allen Cooper

Sep 21, 2025

Russell "Allen" Cooper, 77, of Sedalia, MO, passed away at his home on September 21, 2025. He was born on June 19, 1948, in Sedalia, MO, to Otto and Mildred Cooper, both of whom preceded him in death.

On September 23, 1967, he married Nicola Kathleen Hayworth in Sedalia, MO, and she survives him.

Allen graduated from Smith-Cotton High School...

Kenneth Dale Venable

Kenneth Dale Venable

Sep 20, 2025

Kenneth "Kenny" Dale Venable, 74, of Warrensburg, MO, passed away on September 20, 2025, at his home in Warrensburg, Missouri. He was born on July 17, 1951, in Butler, MO, the son of Roy M. and Daisy M. Venable, who preceded him in death.

On January 8, 1982, in Whitesboro, TX, he was united in marriage to Barbara Howard, who resides...

Susan Dawn McMannama

Susan Dawn McMannama

Sep 19, 2025

Susan Dawn McMannama, 70, of Warsaw, MO, passed away on September 19, 2025, at her home. She was born on September 8, 1955, in Boonville, MO, to Leon and Gloria D. Snapp, both of whom preceded her in death.

On February 5, 2005, in Sedalia, MO, she married Alfred "Chris" McMannama Jr., who survives her.

Susan graduated from Smith-Cotton High...

Eldon Lee McClain

Eldon Lee McClain

Sep 19, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Eldon Lee McClain, a loving son, devoted father, cherished grandfather, loyal friend, and proud veteran of the United States Army. He departed this life on Friday, September 19, 2025, at the age of 85.

Born on June 29, 1940, Eldon lived a life marked by service to his country, honesty, integrity, and a...

Edna Cleo Payne

Edna Cleo Payne

Sep 18, 2025

Edna Cleo Payne, 85, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at her home. She was born on July 25, 1940, in rural Pettis County, MO, the daughter of Charley W. Shull and Mary (Mosby) Shull, who preceded her in death.

On November 22, 1981, in Sedalia, she was united in marriage to Wallace Gene Payne, who...

Marie Elena Webb

Marie Elena Webb

Sep 16, 2025

Marie Elena Webb, 83, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at Sylvia G. Thompson Residence Center in Sedalia. She was born on October 9, 1941, in Turtle Lake, ND, the daughter of Theodore and Dolly (Meyers) Anderson, who preceded her in death.

Marie devoted much of her life to caring for children. She worked for Kid...

Shirley Grace Ballew

Shirley Grace Ballew

Sep 14, 2025

Shirley Grace Ballew, 83, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Sunday, September 14, 2025, at University Hospital, in Columbia, Missouri.

A private graveside memorial gathering with family and friends will be held at Sunset Hills Cemetery, Warrensburg, MO, at a later date by the family.

Cremation arrangements are in the care of Rea Funeral Chapel.

Walter Lee Long

Walter Lee Long

Sep 10, 2025

Walter Lee Long, 88, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 10, 2025.

He was born October 31, 1936, in Sedalia, the son of Walter G. Long and Martha (Pabst) Long, who preceded him in death.

On June 30, 1957, in Sedalia, Walter was united in marriage to Norma Jean Jeffries, who preceded him in death on September 27, 2020.

Walter...

Deloris Marriam Wade

Deloris Marriam Wade

Aug 28, 2025

Deloris "Dee" Marriam Wade, 82, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at her home surrounded by family.

She was born on August 9, 1943, in Sedalia, the daughter of John Robert Baldwin and Myrtle Kathryn (Otten) Baldwin, who preceded her in death.

On July 29, 1961, in Sedalia, Dee was united in marriage to the love of...

Ruth Elaine Russell

Ruth Elaine Russell

Aug 28, 2025

Ruth Elaine Russell, 100, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at E.W. Thompson Health and Rehab.

She was born October 7, 1924, in La Monte, MO, the daughter of Hugh Milton Price and Mary Ruth (Swift) Price, who preceded her in death.

On June 26, 1947, in La Monte, Ruth was united in marriage to the love...

Jean Marie Vogel

Jean Marie Vogel

Aug 26, 2025

Jean (Jeannie) Marie Vogel (Holt), 68, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at Rest Haven Convalescent Nursing Home in Sedalia.

Jeannie exchanged vows with Jack Holt on October 13, 2024. He remained by her side faithfully until she passed away peacefully while holding his hand.

She is survived by two sons: Kenneth Wing (Melissa) of Newark,...

Henry Cowden Saddler

Henry Cowden Saddler

Aug 25, 2025

Henry Cowden "Buster" Saddler, 90, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Monday, August 25, 2025, at Bothwell Regional Health Center. He was born on October 4, 1934, in Castlewood, VA, the son of Henry W. Saddler and Agnes E. (Hall) Saddler, who preceded him in death.

On September 2, 1961, in Sedalia, MO, Buster married the love of his life, Rosann...

Sally Anne Long

Sally Anne Long

Aug 22, 2025

Sally Anne Long, 88, of Sedalia, passed away on August 22, 2025, at her home in Sedalia. She was born on November 24, 1936, in London, England, the daughter of Patrick Stride and Nivienno (Carter) Stride, who preceded her in death.

On December 20, 1966, in Box Elder, South Dakota, she was united in marriage to James L. Long Sr., who...