Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries for Sedalia, MO and surrounding areas

Judy Plumb

Judy Plumb

Oct 16, 2026

Judy Gayle Plumb, 86, of Sedalia, Missouri, passed away on Friday, October 16, 2026, at Caring Hearts and Hands in Columbia, Missouri. She was born on October 20, 1939, in Melbourne, Missouri, the daughter of Harry Cecil Davis and Lois Layne (Vance) Davis, who preceded her in death.

Judy was a proud graduate of Trenton High School in Trenton, Missouri, Class...

Tonny Lee Curry

Tonny Lee Curry

Oct 16, 2026

Tonny Lee Curry, 63, of Pilot Grove, Missouri, passed away on Friday, October 16, 2026, at University of Missouri Hospital in Columbia, Missouri.

He was born on July 29, 1963, in Sedalia, Missouri, the son of Donald Sterling Curry and Lucille Ann (Lutjen) Curry, both of whom preceded him in death.

Tonny was united in marriage to Joyce E. Siegel in Syracuse,...

Cathy Ann Wagner

Cathy Ann Wagner

Oct 14, 2026

Catherine "Cathy" Wagner, 72, of Sedalia, Missouri, passed away suddenly at her home on October 14, 2026. She was born on July 1, 1954, the daughter of Forrest H. Wagner and Julia L. (Wallace) Wagner.

Cathy loved her family and friends dearly. Although she had no children of her own, she held a special place in the lives of her many...

Craig Rea Guffin

Craig Rea Guffin

Oct 13, 2026

Craig Rea Guffin, 62, of Sedalia, Missouri, passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at his home.

He was born on January 10, 1964, in Sedalia, Missouri, the son of Fred Guffin and Linda (Craig) Saylor, who preceded him in death.

On September 16, 1983, in Sedalia, he was united in marriage to Sue Ann (Hammond) Guffin, who survives of the home....

Ashley Nicole Tucker

Ashley Nicole Tucker

Oct 12, 2026

Ashley Nicole Tucker, 33, of Sedalia, Missouri, passed away on October 12, 2026, at her home in Sedalia. She was born on December 12, 1992, in Sedalia, Missouri, the daughter of Daniel Curtis and Kimberly Ann Brown.

On November 5, 2016, in Green Ridge, Missouri, she was united in marriage to Jarrett Lee Tucker, who resides in the home.

Ashley graduated from...

Donald LeRoy Hill

Donald LeRoy Hill

Oct 5, 2026

Donald LeRoy Hill, 83, of Green Ridge, Missouri, passed away peacefully at his home on October 5, 2026. Born on April 23, 1943, in Sedalia, Missouri, he was the beloved son of Norman and Elizabeth (Settles) Hill, both of whom preceded him in death.

On September 27, 1981, Donald was united in marriage to Janice Kay Sherwood at El Dorado United...

John Robert Crook Jr

John Robert Crook Jr

Sep 30, 2026

John Robert Crook Jr., 70, of Sedalia, Missouri, passed away peacefully at his home on September 30, 2026. Born on May 29, 1956, in Kansas City, Missouri, he was the beloved son of John Robert Crook and Rena Faye Brownfield.

On December 20, 1974, in Sedalia, Missouri, John married Deborah Ann Schroeder, his devoted wife of 51 years, who survives him...

Teresa L. Dove

Teresa L. Dove

Sep 29, 2026

Teresa L. Dove, 60, of Sedalia passed away on September 29, 2026, at Sylvia G. Thompson Residence Center in Sedalia, MO. She was born on September 28, 1966 in Sweet Springs, MO the daughter of Robert (Bill) Walbourn and Mary Shackles, who resides of the home.

Teresa graduated from Green Ridge High School in 1984. Known for her strong work ethic,...

Steven Floyd Giffen

Steven Floyd Giffen

Sep 24, 2026

Steven Floyd Giffen, 69, of Sedalia, Missouri, passed away on September 24, 2026, at his home in Sedalia. He was born on February 5, 1957, in Ulysses, Kansas, the son of William and Hester Giffen, who preceded him in death.

Steve graduated from Sweet Springs High School with the Class of 1975, where he excelled on the football field and built...

Ronald L. Warren

Ronald L. Warren

Sep 23, 2026

Ronald L. Warren, 74, of Green Ridge, Missouri, passed away on September 23, 2026, at Sylvia G. Thompson Residence Center in Sedalia. He was born on June 6, 1952, in Sedalia, Missouri, the son of Stanley and Maxine (Brownfield) Warren, who preceded him in death.

On January 7, 1972, in Green Ridge, Missouri, he was united in marriage to Frances E....

Wilma Jean Wallen

Wilma Jean Wallen

Sep 22, 2026

Wilma Jean Wallen, 81, of Sedalia, Missouri, passed away on September 22, 2026, at Bothwell Regional Health Center in Sedalia. She was born on November 30, 1944, in Windsor, Missouri, the daughter of Wilmer Foch and Ila Marie Duncan, who preceded her in death.

On April 17, 1964, at the Assembly of God Church in Windsor, MO, she was united in...

Mary Ellen Riley

Mary Ellen Riley

Sep 21, 2026

Mary Ellen Riley, 78, of Sedalia, Missouri, passed away on September 21, 2026, at Bothwell Regional Health Center in Sedalia. She was born on July 13, 1948, in Boonville, Missouri, the daughter of John C. Sommers and Iva Lorine Copas, who preceded her in death.

On July 27, 1962, in Miami, OK, she was united in marriage to John Earl Riley,...

Kirk Dion Monsees

Kirk Dion Monsees

Sep 20, 2026

Kirk Dion Monsees, 55, of Smithton, Missouri, passed away on Sunday, September 20, 2026, at his home.

He was born on September 24, 1970, in Sedalia, Missouri, the son of Philip D. Monsees, who resides in Smithton, and Virginia L. (Grimes) Monsees, who preceded him in death.

Kirk was a member of Lake Creek United Methodist Church, where he was baptized and...

Carol Diana Klein

Carol Diana Klein

Sep 19, 2026

Carol Diana Klein, 76, of Sedalia, Missouri, passed away on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at Aviston Countryside Manor in Aviston, Illinois.

She was born on April 6, 1950, in Sedalia, Missouri, the daughter of Dwight W. Dickson and Pauline (Nichols) Dickson, who preceded her in death.

On July 3, 1971, in Smithton, Missouri, Carol was united in marriage to Dick Lee Klein....

Alvie Russell Sutton III

Alvie Russell Sutton III

Sep 12, 2026

Alvie Russell Sutton III, 51, of Sedalia, Missouri, passed away on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri.

He was born on October 6, 1974, in Clinton, Missouri, the son of Alvie Russell Sutton Jr., who preceded him in death, and Patricia L. (Quick) Sutton, who resides in Sedalia.

Alvie was a proud graduate...

Larry Pulley

Larry Pulley

Sep 11, 2026

Larry Pulley, 67, of Sedalia, Missouri, passed away on Friday, September 11, 2026, at Four Seasons Living Center in Sedalia.

No services are being planned.

Cremation arrangements are under the care of Rea Funeral Chapel.

Joseph Donald Gordon

Joseph Donald Gordon

Sep 6, 2026

Joseph "Joe Don" Donald Gordon, 73, of Hughesville, Missouri, passed away on Sunday, September 6, 2026, at his home.

He was born on June 4, 1953, in Springfield, Missouri, the son of Eugene C. Gordon and Billy Jo (Garrison) Gordon, both of whom preceded him in death.

On August 11, 1995, in Sedalia, Missouri, Joe Don was united in marriage to Linda...

Ronald Blaine McSorley

Ronald Blaine McSorley

Sep 4, 2026

Ronald McSorley, 74, of Sedalia, Missouri, passed away on September 04, 2026, at Boone Hospital Center in Columbia, Missouri. He was born on August 11, 1952, in Hannibal, Missouri, the son of Orvill McSorley and Thelma Harrison McSorley, who preceded him in death.

On July 15, 1978, in Leonard, Missouri, Ronald was united in marriage to Rhonda Garnett.

Ronald graduated...

Mark Alan Gunn

Mark Alan Gunn

Sep 2, 2026

Mark Alan Gunn, 56, of Sedalia, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at Boone Hospital Center in Columbia, Missouri. He was born on June 17, 1970, in Denver, Colorado, the son of Charles D. Gunn and Margaret (Thomas) Gunn, both of whom preceded him in death.

On May 6, 2018, in Sedalia, he was united in marriage to Jeccica...

Kelly Leann Burkholder

Kelly Leann Burkholder

Sep 1, 2026

Kelly Leann Burkholder, 65, of Sedalia, Missouri, passed away on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at her home. She was born on May 20, 1961, in Belton, Missouri, the daughter of D. Wayne Mucke and Jo Anne (Job) Mucke, who preceded her in death.

On June 7, 1986, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, in Sedalia, Missouri, she was united in marriage to...

Judy Plumb

Judy Plumb

Oct 16, 2026

Judy Gayle Plumb, 86, of Sedalia, Missouri, passed away on Friday, October 16, 2026, at Caring Hearts and Hands in Columbia, Missouri. She was born on October 20, 1939, in Melbourne, Missouri, the daughter of Harry Cecil Davis and Lois Layne (Vance) Davis, who preceded her in death.

Judy was a proud graduate of Trenton High School in Trenton, Missouri, Class...

Tonny Lee Curry

Tonny Lee Curry

Oct 16, 2026

Tonny Lee Curry, 63, of Pilot Grove, Missouri, passed away on Friday, October 16, 2026, at University of Missouri Hospital in Columbia, Missouri.

He was born on July 29, 1963, in Sedalia, Missouri, the son of Donald Sterling Curry and Lucille Ann (Lutjen) Curry, both of whom preceded him in death.

Tonny was united in marriage to Joyce E. Siegel in Syracuse,...

Cathy Ann Wagner

Cathy Ann Wagner

Oct 14, 2026

Catherine "Cathy" Wagner, 72, of Sedalia, Missouri, passed away suddenly at her home on October 14, 2026. She was born on July 1, 1954, the daughter of Forrest H. Wagner and Julia L. (Wallace) Wagner.

Cathy loved her family and friends dearly. Although she had no children of her own, she held a special place in the lives of her many...

Craig Rea Guffin

Craig Rea Guffin

Oct 13, 2026

Craig Rea Guffin, 62, of Sedalia, Missouri, passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at his home.

He was born on January 10, 1964, in Sedalia, Missouri, the son of Fred Guffin and Linda (Craig) Saylor, who preceded him in death.

On September 16, 1983, in Sedalia, he was united in marriage to Sue Ann (Hammond) Guffin, who survives of the home....

Ashley Nicole Tucker

Ashley Nicole Tucker

Oct 12, 2026

Ashley Nicole Tucker, 33, of Sedalia, Missouri, passed away on October 12, 2026, at her home in Sedalia. She was born on December 12, 1992, in Sedalia, Missouri, the daughter of Daniel Curtis and Kimberly Ann Brown.

On November 5, 2016, in Green Ridge, Missouri, she was united in marriage to Jarrett Lee Tucker, who resides in the home.

Ashley graduated from...

Donald LeRoy Hill

Donald LeRoy Hill

Oct 5, 2026

Donald LeRoy Hill, 83, of Green Ridge, Missouri, passed away peacefully at his home on October 5, 2026. Born on April 23, 1943, in Sedalia, Missouri, he was the beloved son of Norman and Elizabeth (Settles) Hill, both of whom preceded him in death.

On September 27, 1981, Donald was united in marriage to Janice Kay Sherwood at El Dorado United...

John Robert Crook Jr

John Robert Crook Jr

Sep 30, 2026

John Robert Crook Jr., 70, of Sedalia, Missouri, passed away peacefully at his home on September 30, 2026. Born on May 29, 1956, in Kansas City, Missouri, he was the beloved son of John Robert Crook and Rena Faye Brownfield.

On December 20, 1974, in Sedalia, Missouri, John married Deborah Ann Schroeder, his devoted wife of 51 years, who survives him...

Teresa L. Dove

Teresa L. Dove

Sep 29, 2026

Teresa L. Dove, 60, of Sedalia passed away on September 29, 2026, at Sylvia G. Thompson Residence Center in Sedalia, MO. She was born on September 28, 1966 in Sweet Springs, MO the daughter of Robert (Bill) Walbourn and Mary Shackles, who resides of the home.

Teresa graduated from Green Ridge High School in 1984. Known for her strong work ethic,...

Steven Floyd Giffen

Steven Floyd Giffen

Sep 24, 2026

Steven Floyd Giffen, 69, of Sedalia, Missouri, passed away on September 24, 2026, at his home in Sedalia. He was born on February 5, 1957, in Ulysses, Kansas, the son of William and Hester Giffen, who preceded him in death.

Steve graduated from Sweet Springs High School with the Class of 1975, where he excelled on the football field and built...

Ronald L. Warren

Ronald L. Warren

Sep 23, 2026

Ronald L. Warren, 74, of Green Ridge, Missouri, passed away on September 23, 2026, at Sylvia G. Thompson Residence Center in Sedalia. He was born on June 6, 1952, in Sedalia, Missouri, the son of Stanley and Maxine (Brownfield) Warren, who preceded him in death.

On January 7, 1972, in Green Ridge, Missouri, he was united in marriage to Frances E....

Wilma Jean Wallen

Wilma Jean Wallen

Sep 22, 2026

Wilma Jean Wallen, 81, of Sedalia, Missouri, passed away on September 22, 2026, at Bothwell Regional Health Center in Sedalia. She was born on November 30, 1944, in Windsor, Missouri, the daughter of Wilmer Foch and Ila Marie Duncan, who preceded her in death.

On April 17, 1964, at the Assembly of God Church in Windsor, MO, she was united in...

Mary Ellen Riley

Mary Ellen Riley

Sep 21, 2026

Mary Ellen Riley, 78, of Sedalia, Missouri, passed away on September 21, 2026, at Bothwell Regional Health Center in Sedalia. She was born on July 13, 1948, in Boonville, Missouri, the daughter of John C. Sommers and Iva Lorine Copas, who preceded her in death.

On July 27, 1962, in Miami, OK, she was united in marriage to John Earl Riley,...

Kirk Dion Monsees

Kirk Dion Monsees

Sep 20, 2026

Kirk Dion Monsees, 55, of Smithton, Missouri, passed away on Sunday, September 20, 2026, at his home.

He was born on September 24, 1970, in Sedalia, Missouri, the son of Philip D. Monsees, who resides in Smithton, and Virginia L. (Grimes) Monsees, who preceded him in death.

Kirk was a member of Lake Creek United Methodist Church, where he was baptized and...

Carol Diana Klein

Carol Diana Klein

Sep 19, 2026

Carol Diana Klein, 76, of Sedalia, Missouri, passed away on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at Aviston Countryside Manor in Aviston, Illinois.

She was born on April 6, 1950, in Sedalia, Missouri, the daughter of Dwight W. Dickson and Pauline (Nichols) Dickson, who preceded her in death.

On July 3, 1971, in Smithton, Missouri, Carol was united in marriage to Dick Lee Klein....

Alvie Russell Sutton III

Alvie Russell Sutton III

Sep 12, 2026

Alvie Russell Sutton III, 51, of Sedalia, Missouri, passed away on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri.

He was born on October 6, 1974, in Clinton, Missouri, the son of Alvie Russell Sutton Jr., who preceded him in death, and Patricia L. (Quick) Sutton, who resides in Sedalia.

Alvie was a proud graduate...

Larry Pulley

Larry Pulley

Sep 11, 2026

Larry Pulley, 67, of Sedalia, Missouri, passed away on Friday, September 11, 2026, at Four Seasons Living Center in Sedalia.

No services are being planned.

Cremation arrangements are under the care of Rea Funeral Chapel.

Joseph Donald Gordon

Joseph Donald Gordon

Sep 6, 2026

Joseph "Joe Don" Donald Gordon, 73, of Hughesville, Missouri, passed away on Sunday, September 6, 2026, at his home.

He was born on June 4, 1953, in Springfield, Missouri, the son of Eugene C. Gordon and Billy Jo (Garrison) Gordon, both of whom preceded him in death.

On August 11, 1995, in Sedalia, Missouri, Joe Don was united in marriage to Linda...

Ronald Blaine McSorley

Ronald Blaine McSorley

Sep 4, 2026

Ronald McSorley, 74, of Sedalia, Missouri, passed away on September 04, 2026, at Boone Hospital Center in Columbia, Missouri. He was born on August 11, 1952, in Hannibal, Missouri, the son of Orvill McSorley and Thelma Harrison McSorley, who preceded him in death.

On July 15, 1978, in Leonard, Missouri, Ronald was united in marriage to Rhonda Garnett.

Ronald graduated...

Mark Alan Gunn

Mark Alan Gunn

Sep 2, 2026

Mark Alan Gunn, 56, of Sedalia, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at Boone Hospital Center in Columbia, Missouri. He was born on June 17, 1970, in Denver, Colorado, the son of Charles D. Gunn and Margaret (Thomas) Gunn, both of whom preceded him in death.

On May 6, 2018, in Sedalia, he was united in marriage to Jeccica...

Kelly Leann Burkholder

Kelly Leann Burkholder

Sep 1, 2026

Kelly Leann Burkholder, 65, of Sedalia, Missouri, passed away on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at her home. She was born on May 20, 1961, in Belton, Missouri, the daughter of D. Wayne Mucke and Jo Anne (Job) Mucke, who preceded her in death.

On June 7, 1986, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, in Sedalia, Missouri, she was united in marriage to...