Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries for Sedalia, MO and surrounding areas

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...

Jerry F. Crowley

Jerry F. Crowley

Sep 20, 2024

Jerry F. Crowley, 82, of Billings, MO, passed away on Friday, September 20, 2024, at Cox Medical Center South, Springfield, MO. He was born on March 24, 1942, in Lyons, KS, the son of Marvin Hatfield and Mary Lucille (Pierce) Hatfield, who preceded him in death.

On October 25, 1964, he was united in marriage to Alecia Allen, who passed away...

Mary Ann Knowles

Mary Ann Knowles

Sep 20, 2024

Mary Ann Knowles, 92, of La Monte, MO, passed away on Friday, September 20, 2024, at her home. She was born on June 11, 1932, in Kansas City, MO, the daughter of Edward Austin Steen and Rose Margaret (Brown) Steen, who preceded her in death.

On June 21, 1985, in Miami, OK, she was united in marriage to Ollie Grover Knowles,...

Norman W. Zinck Jr.

Norman W. Zinck Jr.

Sep 19, 2024

Norman W. Zinck Jr., 60, of Sedalia, MO, passed away at his home on Thursday, September 19, 2024. He was born on September 16, 1964, in Jersey Shore, PA, the son of Diana Lee (Heverly) Clarke, who resides in Glasgow, MO.

On July 12, 1997, in Mehoopany, PA, Norm married the love of his life, Ginny Witter, who survives him in...

Dorothy Fay Norfleet

Dorothy Fay Norfleet

Sep 18, 2024

Dorothy Fay Norfleet, 88, of Sedalia, MO, formerly of Houstonia, MO, passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at Sylvia G. Thompson Residence Center in Sedalia. She was born on April 4, 1936, in Sweet Springs, MO, the daughter of Arnold Bredehoeft and Freida (Alpers) Bredehoeft, who preceded her in death.

On May 26, 1956, at Holy Cross Lutheran Church in...

Betty L. Kennedy

Betty L. Kennedy

Sep 17, 2024

Betty L. (Lahmeyer) Kennedy, 98, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at EW Thompson Health and Rehabilitation Center in Sedalia. She was born on November 20, 1925, in Little Rock, AR, the daughter of James S. Simon and Audrey M. (Ellis) Simon, who preceded her in death.

On December 9, 1947, in Wichita, KS, she was united...

Marion S. Rowe

Marion S. Rowe

Sep 14, 2024

Marion S. Rowe, 91, of Shawnee, KS, passed away at his home on Saturday, September 14, 2024. He was born on August 10, 1933, in Everton, MO, the son of Barney Earl Rowe and Gladys Birdie (Skelton) Rowe, who preceded him in death.

On September 16, 1956, in Independence, MO, he was united in marriage to Diana Zimmerman, who preceded him...

Gary Thomas Creek

Gary Thomas Creek

Sep 13, 2024

Gary Thomas Creek, 85, of Sedalia, MO, passed away at his home on Friday, September 13, 2024. He was born on October 10, 1938, in Springfield, MO, the son of Leonard Creek and Virginia (Cox) Creek, who preceded him in death.

On October 20, 1986, in Oklahoma, he was united in marriage to Wyonna Marie Harris, who resides in the home.

Gary...

Cecil Leo Gerke

Cecil Leo Gerke

Sep 11, 2024

Cecil Leo Gerke, 78, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, at his home. He was born on April 19, 1946, in Sedalia, the son of Leo H. Gerke and Cecilia L. (Twenter) Gerke, who preceded him in death.

On August 24, 1968, in Sedalia, MO, he was united in marriage to Linda Fay Bohon and shared 56...

Linda Carol Bradley

Linda Carol Bradley

Sep 8, 2024

Linda Carol Bradley, 68, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Sunday, September 8, 2024, at Bothwell Regional Health Center in Sedalia. She was born on October 5, 1955, in Wichita, KS, the daughter of Joseph Howe and Mattie "Susie" (Shoemaker) Howe, who preceded her in death.

On January 18, 1975, in Calhoun, MO, she was united in marriage to Kenneth L....

Deborah Ann Fales

Deborah Ann Fales

Sep 8, 2024

Deborah Ann Fales (Debbie), 61, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on September 8, 2024, at Bothwell Regional Health Center in Sedalia. She was born on September 3, 1963, in Kansas City, MO, the daughter of Donald Edward Trail and Barbara JoAnn Little, who preceded her in death.

Debbie is survived by a son, Samuel Fales; two brothers, Christopher Trail and Mark...

Georgia May Ross

Georgia May Ross

Sep 7, 2024

Georgia May Ross, 92, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Saturday, September 7, 2024, at Sylvia G. Thompson Residence Center in Sedalia. She was born on December 22, 1931, in Long Lane, MO, the daughter of Bert Ray and Mable Ruth (Betty) Williams, who preceded her in death.

On May 30, 1998, in La Monte, MO, Georgia was united in marriage...

Susan L. Menges

Susan L. Menges

Sep 3, 2024

Susan L. Menges, 82, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, at Bothwell Regional Health Center in Sedalia. She was born on October 24, 1941, in Decatur, IL, the daughter of Kenneth Latshaw and Eunice (Wheeler) Latshaw, who preceded her in death.

On June 6, 1968, in Decatur, IL, she was united in marriage to Jack Menges, who...

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