Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries for Sedalia, MO and surrounding areas

Dennis Michael Diak

Dennis Michael Diak

Oct 11, 2024

Dennis Michael Diak, 62, of Otterville, MO, peacefully passed away on October 11, 2024, at SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital in Jefferson City, MO. Born on March 27, 1962, in Fulton, NY, he was the cherished son of Edward and Rose Diak, who preceded him in death.

On October 5, 2019, Dennis married the love of his life, Patricia Bateman, in...

Timothy Ray Warnock

Timothy Ray Warnock

Oct 10, 2024

Timothy Ray Warnock, 59, of Sedalia, MO, passed away at The University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas on Thursday, October 10, 2024. Timothy was born on May 10, 1965, in Cincinnati, Ohio, the son of Harold Ray Warnock and Thelma Jean (Underwood) Warnock, who preceded him in death.

On July 02, 2005, in Kansas City, MO, he was united...

Virginia Louise Harms

Virginia Louise Harms

Oct 9, 2024

Virginia Louise Harms, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away at the age of 101 on October 9, 2024, at Good Samaritan Care Center in Cole Camp, MO. A longtime resident of Sedalia, MO, she was a shining light in the lives of all who knew her.

Born in Lincoln, MO, on December 18, 1922, Louise was the daughter of...

Sharon Kay Nothwehr

Sharon Kay Nothwehr

Oct 9, 2024

Sharon Kay Nothwehr, 67, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, at E.W. Thompson Health and Rehabilitation Center in Sedalia. She was born on October 18, 1956, in Independence, MO, the daughter of Russell Dee Tunis and Dorothy Louise (Clark) Tunis, who preceded her in death.

On November 10, 1973, She was united in marriage to Danny Dean...

Stanley Dean Jarvis

Stanley Dean Jarvis

Oct 8, 2024

Stanley "Stan" Dean Jarvis, 70, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully at home on October 8, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born on August 6, 1954, in Moberly, MO, he was the son of Victor L. Jarvis, who resides in Sedalia, and the late Carol S. (Roling) Jarvis.

On March 27, 1993, Stan married Beatrice Ann Oliver in Las Vegas,...

Marla D Moore

Marla D Moore

Oct 8, 2024

Marla D. Moore, 62, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at EW Thompson Health and Rehabilitation Center. Born on December 24, 1961, in Trenton, MO, she was the beloved daughter of Judy G. (Davis) Moore, who resides in the home and the late James R. Moore, who passed away on August 30, 2015.

A proud graduate...

Laura C. Berlin

Laura C. Berlin

Oct 7, 2024

Laura Berlin, 1977-2024



Laura Catherine Berlin of St. Louis, MO, died on Monday, October 7, 2024, while on vacation in Montreal, Quebec. She was 47.



Laura was born on July 8, 1977, in Sedalia, MO, to Robert D. Berlin and the late Cathy J. (Landes) Berlin. She was a graduate of Smith-Cotton High School and attended Southwest Missouri State...

Rhonda J. Fielding

Rhonda J. Fielding

Oct 6, 2024

Rhonda Jean (Walker) Fielding, beloved wife of Marvin R Fielding, died peacefully in Sedalia, MO, on October 6, 2024, surrounded by family. She was born in Creighton, MO 1946, the daughter of Chester W and Laura Leona (Chandler) Harris. After graduating from Shawnee Mission North HS in Kansas City, KS, she obtained a Business Administration degree from CMSU in 1970....

Ella Mae Sprinkle

Ella Mae Sprinkle

Oct 6, 2024



Ella Mae Sprinkle, 97, of Sedalia, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 6, 2024, at Boone Hospital Center in Columbia, MO. Born on July 8, 1927, in Flint, Michigan, she was the beloved daughter of Emil and Helen (Rugen) Lange, who both preceded her in death.

On December 21, 1958, Mae married her soulmate, Donald Sprinkle, in Sedalia. They shared...

Dorothy Evelyn Garber

Dorothy Evelyn Garber

Oct 3, 2024

Dorothy Evelyn Garber, 91, of Sedalia, peacefully passed away at her home on October 3, 2024. Born on August 20, 1933, in Ewing, MO, she was the beloved daughter of William Allen and Bessie (Braden) Allen, who both predeceased her.

On April 17, 1972, Dorothy married Charles Chris Garber Jr. in Miami, OK; he also preceded her in death on September...

Sylvan Ray Demand

Sylvan Ray Demand

Sep 30, 2024

Sylvan Ray Demand, 89, of San Antonio, TX, formerly of Smithton, MO, peacefully passed away at his home on September 30, 2024. Born on September 3, 1935, in rural Smithton, MO, he was the beloved son of Roderic and Bessie (Momberg) Demand, who preceded him in death.

Sylvan’s remarkable journey began with his education at Ringen Elementary School, culminating in his...

Rodney Lee Foushee

Rodney Lee Foushee

Sep 30, 2024

Rodney Lee Foushee, 60, of Sedalia, MO, passed away at his home on Monday, September 30, 2024. He was born on January 4, 1964, in Jackson County, MO, the son of Clarence L. Foushee and Karen O. Brown, who preceded him in death.

On November 10, 2003, in Gravois Mills, MO, he was united in marriage to Gena M. Prater, who...

Lois Jean Williams

Lois Jean Williams

Sep 27, 2024

Lois "Sunshine" Jean Williams, 73, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, September 27, 2024. She was born on October 20, 1950, in Sedalia, the daughter of John J. and Mildred G. (Murray) Andrick, who preceded her in death.

Lois was a vibrant soul, always finding joy in her hobbies and interests. She was a devoted family member,...

Charlotte Lynette Altis

Charlotte Lynette Altis

Sep 26, 2024

Charlotte Lynette Altis, 70, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Thursday, September 26, 2024, at her home in Sedalia. She was born on February 2, 1954, in Vallejo, CA, the daughter of J.D. Gardenhire and Dorothy White, who preceded her in death.

Charlotte is survived by her daughter, Kady Jay Altis, of Sedalia, MO.

Cremation arrangements are in the care of Rea...

Walter Dean Poynter

Walter Dean Poynter

Sep 26, 2024

Walter Dean Poynter, 69, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Thursday, September 26, 2024, at Bothwell Regional Health Center in Sedalia. He was born on June 12, 1955, in Sedalia, the son of Roy Thomas Poynter and Laura Lucille (Laxson) Poynter, who preceded him in death.

On June 5, 1981, in Sedalia, MO, he was united in marriage to Sandra Wansing,...

Bennett Brooks Twenter

Bennett Brooks Twenter

Sep 25, 2024

Bennett Brooks Twenter, just 16 months old, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, at Children's Mercy Hospital in Kansas City, MO. Born on April 28, 2023, in Sedalia, Bennett was the cherished son of Joshua Stephen Twenter and Kristina Ann McGrath, who hold him in their hearts forever.

Affectionately known as "Benny," he was the sweet,...

Joyce Leigh Franklin

Joyce Leigh Franklin

Sep 22, 2024

Joyce Leigh Franklin, 84, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Sunday, September 22, 2024, at Bothwell Regional Health Center in Sedalia. She was born on August 14, 1940, in Sedalia, the daughter of Russell K. Evans and Reba (Raines) Evans, who preceded her in death.

On May 29, 1959, in Sedalia, MO, she was united in marriage to Donald F. Franklin,...

Sharon Kay Cary

Sharon Kay Cary

Sep 21, 2024

Sharon Kay Cary, 78, of Warrensburg, MO, passed away on Saturday, September 21, 2024, at Ridge Crest Nursing Center in Warrensburg. She was born on April 6, 1946, in Sedalia, MO, the daughter of Ted Brown and Juanita Vinson, who preceded her in death.

Sharon is survived by two children, Russell Perkins (La Donna), and Becky Keightley Scott; eight grandchildren, Maxx...

Mark Charles Merrell

Mark Charles Merrell

Sep 20, 2024

Mark Charles Merrell, 63, of Sedalia, MO, formerly of the Kansas City area, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 20, 2024, at St. Luke's Hospital of Kansas City. Mark's unwavering faith guided him throughout his life, and he is now at peace with the Lord.

Born in North Kansas City, MO, Mark was the beloved son of Nadine (Carter) Merrell Satterfield...

Richard A. Ballenger

Richard A. Ballenger

Sep 20, 2024

Richard A. Ballenger, 43, of Raytown, MO, formerly of Sedalia, passed away on Friday, September 20, 2024, at his home in Raytown, MO.

A celebration of life gathering with family and friends will be held from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 5, 2024, at New Hope Baptist Church, Sedalia.

Memorial contributions may be made to Janice Jones in the...

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