Area Obituaries

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…

Wilma Lavere Smith, born to Clarence and Lottie Kell on October 29, 1927, in Wier, Kansas, passed away peacefully on September 1, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Wilma spent most of her life in Licking, Missouri, where she was a cherished member of the community. Her career was defined by dedication and service, with…

Sharon Christine (Reese) Clift, 69, of Edgar Springs, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, August 27, 2025, in Columbia, Missouri. Sharon is survived by her daughter: April Clift, of Edgar Springs; grandchildren: Nevada Wilson, Daniel Sanford, and Ezra Sanford and girlfriend Aliza Gilbert, all of Edgar Springs; siblings: Barbara King of Rolla, Ronnie Reese and wife Sarah,…

Mary Allene Lynch, 88, of Licking, passed away on August 17, 2025, in Springfield, Mo. Allene was born on May 11, 1937, in rural Texas County to Thomas Henry Bogart and Dorothy Dean (Floyd) Bogart. Allene graduated from Licking High School in 1955. She worked as an administrator in Civil Service at Ft. Leonard Wood,…