Area Obituaries

  Neil Delano Higgins, age 90, passed away October 13, 2025, in Joplin, Missouri. He was born September 30, 1935, in Rolla, Missouri, to Coy and Bertha Higgins. He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Betty Higgins; and sister, Cora. Neil is survived by his three stepchildren, Richard Lynge, Donna Combs and Michael…

James Thomas Smith, Sr., age 74, passed away October 8, 2025, in Springfield, Mo. He was born June 21, 1951, in Eunice, Mo., to Thomas and Hattie Smith. Jim married the love of his life, Vickie Lynn Jarrett, on Valentine’s Day in 1976. To this union, two children were born. He is preceded in death…

Donald “Donnie” A. Simmons, Jr., age 58, of Licking, Mo., passed away Friday, October 3, 2025, at the University Hospital in Columbia, Mo. Donnie was born July 13, 1967, in Jacksonville, Fla., a son to Donald A. Simmons, Sr., and the late Paula Martin. On May 14, 2020, Donnie was united in marriage to Rebecca…

Norman Eugene Lingo, age 92, of Plato, Missouri, passed away on October 5, 2025. He was born on September 9, 1933, in Evening Shade, Missouri, to Margrett Elizabeth (Sudheimer) Lingo and James Clabourn Lingo. Norman graduated from Plato High School in 1951. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy, where he earned…

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Aaron “Ron” Chandler Davis, of Platte City, Missouri. Aaron was born on July 16, 2002, to Stephan Burns and Susan “Danielle” Roberson. Aaron grew up in the two towns of Weston and Platte City, Missouri, with his grandma, four siblings, aunt and two cousins.…

Lois Ann (Eckert) Shrout passed away on September 21, 2025, in St. Louis, Mo. She was cremated as per her wishes. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Lois was born in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, to Barbara and Harold Eckert on April 26, 1961. She enjoyed fishing, camping, and being outdoors. Lois…

Christina Sue Thebeau, age 57, of Edgar Springs, Mo., passed away September 26, 2025. Chrissy was born on April 11, 1968, in West Plains, Mo., to Kenneth Richard Ellison and Susan Frances (Pettis) Ellison. Chrissy enjoyed decorating, organizing, and cleaning. No matter where she called home, she took great pride in making sure it was…

Norma “Kee” Bell, 96, of Licking Missouri, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born December 19, 1928, in Beggs, Oklahoma, to Wood and Gladys (Jarvis) Duncan. Kee grew up in a large and close-knit family; she was one of ten children. She graduated from Plato High School…

Elizabeth Ann Steiner was born March 23, 1964, to parents Ann and Arthur Steiner. She went to her Lord on August 28, 2025. She fought a long battle with cancer. Liz married James (Jim) Hallinan on June 29, 1991. To this union were son Nathaniel Hallinan, of Austin, Texas (with grandchildren, Natalia, Nathaniel Jr, and…

Harry Joseph Brevoort Jr., age 76, passed away September 3, 2025, in Springfield, Missouri. Born August 11, 1949, in Elizabeth, New Jersey, to Harry and Jeanne (nee Hazard) Brevoort. Harry graduated from Watchung Hills High School in Warren, New Jersey, in 1967. He then entered the United States Air Force in 1968. He proudly served…