Obituaries

Joseph Bigham, Sr.

Jan 28, 2025

Joseph Bigham, Sr., age 85 of Versailles passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at the Good Shepherd Care Center.

It was on June 6, 1939, that Noble "N.K." and Mildred (Stalcup) Bigham welcomed their son, Joseph into their home in Teague, Texas.

On January 31, 1962, Joseph was united in marriage to Laretta Cagle in Texas. Laretta preceded him in...

Michael R. Snodgrass

Jan 26, 2025

Michael Rex Snodgrass, 69, of Olathe, KS, passed away Sunday, January 26, 2025, at KU Medical Center.

He was born October 14, 1955, in California, MO, son of Rex Allen and Judith Jane (Gainer) Snodgrass.

Mike was a 1974 graduate of California High School and attended State Fair Community College, Kansas City Kansas Community College, and Vatterott and Sullivan College. He attained...

Jennifer Knight

Jan 25, 2025

Jennifer Lavene Knight, age 61, of Stover, Mo passed away Saturday, January 25, 2025, at the Golden Age Living Center with her family by her side.

It was on the 29th day of July in 1963, when Darrell and Anna (Ryun) Kirkman welcomed their daughter, Jennifer, into their home in Maywood, California.

In 1964, The family moved back to...

Sheri Byergo

Jan 25, 2025

Sheri Lynn Byergo, 77, of Tipton passed away Saturday, January 25, 2025.

She was born on July 1, 1947, in St. Charles, MO, to Frances Woodrow and Ethel Elizabeth (Groshong) Sheets. On June 7, 1970, in Troy, MO, she married Forrest Stephen Byergo who survives of the home.

Sheri dedicated her life to education, inspiring countless...

Ricky Vansell

Jan 23, 2025

Ricky Dean Vansell, age 64, of Stover, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2025, surrounded by his family.

It was on the 12th day of December in 1960, when Raymond and Bonnie (Luvin) Vansell welcomed their son, Ricky Dean, into their home in Kansas City, Missouri.

Ricky was a hardworking and dedicated individual who took pride in...

Donna Jane Springer

Jan 18, 2025

Donna Jane Springer passed away Saturday, January 18, 2025, at Tipton Oak Manor, one day after celebrating her 96th birthday.

She was born January 17, 1929, in Bunceton, Missouri, a daughter of Elmer "Clayton" and Virginia Lee "Jane" (Rowles) Eichelberger. Donna attended grade school in Bunceton and later graduated from Tipton High School.

On July 2, 1949, she was united in marriage...

Cynthia O'Donnell

Jan 16, 2025

Cynthia O'Donnell, 76, of Stover, Missouri, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, January 16, 2025.

Born on September 16, 1948, in Fresno, California.

Cynthia was united in marriage to Patrick O'Donnell on April 11, 2002, in Reno, Nevada.

Cynthia was a hardworking and determined woman who made significant contributions throughout her life. During the Vietnam War, she served...

Donald Dunkin

Jan 14, 2025

Donald Dunkin, age 96, of Independence, previously of Versailles passed away Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at the Villages of Jackson Creek in Independence.

It was on September 27, 1928, that Joseph and Dora (Anglen) Dunkin welcomed their son, Donald Eugene into their lives in San Antonio, Texas.

On February 25, 1948, he was united in marriage to Ethel Marie Sutton...

Dennis Vollmer

Jan 12, 2025

Dennis Leo Vollmer, 70, of Pilot Grove, MO, went to be with our Lord and Savior on Sunday January 12, 2025, surrounded by his family at his home.

Dennis was born on April 13th, 1954 to the late Wilbert “Willie” Vollmer and Martha Lena (Kempf) Vollmer. Dennis was a lifelong member of the Catholic Church, first at St John’s Clear Creek...

Johnie Ray

Jan 11, 2025

Johnie Ray, age 81, of Gravois Mills, passed away Saturday, January 11, 2025, at his home.

He was born on September 5, 1943, in Kansas City, Missouri to Johnie Nelson and Ethel B. (Suddith) Ray.

On January 31, 1960, he was united in marriage to Julia Ray, who preceded him in death on June 14, 2016.

Johnie was known for being a hard...

Ray Quick

Jan 11, 2025

Orel Ray Quick, 79, of Pilot Grove, Missouri, passed away at his home on Saturday, January 11, 2025. He was born on March 13, 1945, in Fulton, Missouri, to Orel Rostyn and Lou Ellen (Hamilton) Quick, both of whom preceded him in death.

On August 13, 1971, Ray married Rebecca “Becky” Ann Richerson in Mexico, Missouri, and she survives of the...

Juanita Annette Gerke

Jan 10, 2025

Juanita Turner Goodwin Gerke: 3/16/1938 - 1/10/2025

For 40 plus years, she predicted and was convinced she would live until at least 105. She wanted to say SHE MADE IT, but God had another plan for her.

Juanita was born in Fairfield, Iowa on March 16, 1938, to Harry and Bernice Ireland Turner. She grew up in several towns in Iowa, graduated...

Michelle Yvonne Gerke

Jan 2, 2025

Michelle Yvonne Gerke, 58, of Pilot Grove, MO, passed away on Thursday, January 2, 2025, at Katy Manor, surrounded by her family.

She was born on November 12, 1966, in Downey, CA, to Paul and Sheri (Young) Kelly. On June 6, 1998, she married the love of her life, Patrick Gerke, in Boonville, MO.

Michelle dedicated many years to her work as...

Mildred Martin

Jan 1, 2025

Mildred B. (Orscheln) Martin, 89, of Tipton, passed away Wednesday, January 1, 2025, at the University Hospital in Columbia, MO.

She was born on September 29, 1935, in Tipton, MO, a daughter of Paul Peter and Clara Ann (Lutz) Orscheln. On October 27, 1954, Mildred was united in marriage to Raymond Joseph Martin. They were married for 64 years before he...

Pamela Jaco

Dec 26, 2024

Pamela Jaco, 70, of Otterville, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 26, 2024, at Golden Age Living Center in Stover.

She was born May 8, 1954, in Sedalia, the daughter of the late Glenn Gregory and Betty Jo (Mayfield) Cave. On a hot summer day, July 24, 1976, at Pastor Dillon’s house in Smithton, Pam married the love of her life,...

John Steven Ray

Dec 22, 2024

John Steven “Steve” Ray, 60, of Tipton, Missouri, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, December 22, 2024. He was born on April 3, 1964, in Lexington, Missouri, to Johnny E. and Helen Louise (Watters) Ray, both of whom preceded him in death.

On June 21, 1986, Steve married Diana Rae Burlingame in Tipton, and she survives of the home.

Steve...

Deborah Jean Martin

Dec 21, 2024

Deborah Jean Martin, 66, of Syracuse, MO, passed away at her home on Saturday, December 21, 2024.

Deborah was born on November 17, 1958, in Sedalia, MO, to Robert and Gladys (Reid) Martin.

She attended Smith-Cotton High School and State Fair Community College. Deborah worked as an assistant manager at Dollar General. She inherited her love of gardening from her grandmother and...

Lora Willene Kasper

Dec 11, 2024

Lora Willene Kasper, 88, of Tipton, MO, passed away at Tipton Oak Manor, Wednesday, December 11, 2024, surrounded by family. She was born August 15, 1936, near Latham, MO, the daughter of Warren Buskirk and Lora Veda (McKee) Hutchison, both deceased.

She was married on January 30, 1955, to Dean Edward Kasper (deceased). She is survived by two sons, Wayne Lee...

Egyph Carter

Dec 9, 2024

Egyph Carter, age 58, of Ivy Bend passed away at her home on December 9, 2024.

She was born February 12, 1966 in Rock Castle County, Kentucky.

Egyph spent her life taking care of her husband, her family, and her friends.

In keeping with her wishes she was cremated.

Robert Whittle

Dec 9, 2024

Robert "Bobby" Ronald Whittle, 68, of Stover, moved to Glory Monday, December 9, 2024, at his home.

Born on June 9, 1956, in Versailles, Bobby was the son of Vinson Whittle and Beverley (Allen) Weaver.

Bobby had a love for the outdoors, which led him to pursue a career as a landscaper in the family business. In his younger years, he enjoyed...