Obituaries

Charlotte Marie Stanfield

Charlotte Marie Stanfield

Jan 12, 2026

Charlotte "Marie" Stanfield, age 80, of Higbee, Missouri, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by family, in the early morning hours on Monday, January 12, 2026.

Marie was born on September 21, 1945, at home in Bevier, Missouri. She was the daughter of John and Beulah (Cress) Cross.

She is preceeded in death by both of her parents; two sisters, Earleen...

Charlene Sneed

Charlene Sneed

Jan 27, 2026

Charlene Sneed, 76, passed away on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at the Moberly Regional Medical Center. She was Born on January 22, 1950, in Crane, Missouri, to Charlie B. Coin and Dorothy J. Thelander. Charlene was a woman who touched the lives of many with her warmth, kindness, and unwavering spirit.

Charlene attended Grandview Senior High School in and received her...

Brian Michael Taylor

Brian Michael Taylor

Jan 23, 2026

Brian Michael Taylor, 39 of Moberly, Missouri, departed this world unexpectedly at his home on January 23, 2026. Brian was born on September 14, 1986, to Linda Taylor. His life, though far too brief, was marked by warmth, love, and an enduring dedication to his family.

A graduate of Moberly High School, Brian furthered his studies at Linn Technical School, where...

Zachary Neal Barron

Zachary Neal Barron

Jan 25, 2026

Zachary Neal Barron, 30, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, January 25, 2026 at his home in Moberly, Missouri. Zachary was born on March 16, 1995 to Paul Jay and Corinna (Lene) Barron. He attended Moberly High School and was a member of Immanuel Baptist Church.

Zachary was a very kind, loving, and caring person. He was always there for his family...

Shelly L Lovelace

Shelly L Lovelace

Jan 16, 2026

Shelly L. Lovelace, of Mexico, MO, was born to Lee Roy and Nelda Leiker on September 10, 1962, and gained her angel wings on Friday, January 16, 2026, while a resident of The Arbors of Ravenwood Terrace in Moberly, MO.

On March 27, 1987 Shelly married Kevin Lovelace, who survives of the home.

Shelly was a lifelong employee of the Missouri Veterans...

Jamie Lee Bailey

Jamie Lee Bailey

Jan 25, 2026

Jamie Lee Bailey, 83, passed away at his home on Sunday, January 25, 2026. He was born on July 23, 1942, in Kirksville, Missouri, to Manford and Birdie (Brown) Bailey. He married Rena C. Bailey on November 21, 1964, in Atlanta, Missouri, where together they raised a family and made countless memories together.

Jamie graduated from Atlanta High School and spent...

Scott Eric Toepfer

Scott Eric Toepfer

Jan 22, 2026

Scott Eric Toepfer, 61, of Moberly, MO passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 22, 2026 at Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans hospital. A full reflection of Scott's life will be posted soon. Arrangements are under the direction of Pathway-Millard Family Funeral Chapel, 411 Union Avenue, Moberly, MO 65270 (660)263-7284. Condolences may be left online for the family at www. pathwaymemorial....

Lydia W Smith

Lydia W Smith

Jan 17, 2026

Lydia W. Smith, 84, of Clark, MO passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at Moberly Regional Medical Center, Moberly, MO. 

She is preceded in death by her husband, Robert Lewis Smith; daughter, Sharon Kay Williams; and son, Robert Wayne Williams.

Lydia is survived by her son, Elmer L. Williams, of Clark, MO; daughter, Mary Susan Everhart, of Clark, MO; step-son,...

James Elmer Boggs IV

James Elmer Boggs IV

Jan 17, 2026

James E. “Boggsie” Boggs IV, age 73, of Higbee, Missouri, passed away on January 17, 2026, at University Hospital in Columbia, Missouri. He was born on January 20, 1952, and would have celebrated his 74th birthday on January 20, 2026.

James was a graduate of Higbee High School, Class of 1971. He proudly served his country in the United States Air...

Kathy Ann Kirkendoll

Kathy Ann Kirkendoll

Jan 17, 2026

Kathy Ann Kirkendoll, age 74, of Moberly, MO, passed away surrounded by family on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at her home.

Kathy was born on February 15, 1951, in Moberly, MO, to Wayne Switzer and Dorothy (Dunn) Holcomb. She married William “Bubby” Kirkendoll on April 13, 1968, in Moberly. Kathy was employed at Cardinal Health for more than 45 years. She...

Nancy Emanuel

Nancy Emanuel

Jan 17, 2026

Nancy Emanuel, 78, passed away January 17, 2026, at Life Care Center in Brookfield, MO, with a dear friend by her side.

Nancy was born December 16, 1948, in St. Louis, MO, to William and Gladys Emanuel. She graduated from Duchesne High School, St. Louis, MO, in 1966. She went on to teach children with special needs and physical education for...

Jerry Lee Thornton

Jerry Lee Thornton

Jan 16, 2026

Jerry Lee Thornton, 74, of Higbee, Missouri, passed away on Friday, January 16, 2026, in Columbia, Missouri.

Jerry was born on November 10, 1951, in Columbia, Missouri, to Joseph Franklin and Thelma Maxine (Winn) Thornton.

Jerry worked as a heavy equipment operator for the City of Columbia for over 20 years, known for his strong work ethic and dependable nature. Jerry enjoyed...

William "Willie" Keith Schumann

William "Willie" Keith Schumann

Jan 15, 2026

William “Willie” Keith Schumann was born to Charles and Rhonda(Lutz) Schumann on March 7th, 1973 in Moberly, MO. Contrary to what his older siblings may have tried telling him while he was growing up, Willie was not adopted. Rather, he was the fourth out of five remarkable Schumann children. He was also the self-professed “best-looking Schumann sibling”, though his siblings...

Linda Sue Minnis

Linda Sue Minnis

Jan 12, 2026

Linda Sue Minnis, 70, of Moberly, MO, went home to the Lord on Monday, January 12, 2026. She was born on July 27,1955, to Clifford E. and Margie E. (Bivens) Pennington in Carrol County, Missouri.

Linda attended Bosworth Missouri High School, and soon after became a homemaker and loving mother. She was united in marriage to Porter Minnis from 1973 until...

Sarah Jane Henry

Sarah Jane Henry

Jan 10, 2026

Sarah Jane (Eigenbrod) Henry, age 97, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 10, 2026, in Centralia, Missouri. There is no doubt our mom will be greeted at the pearly gates by our dad, brother, Lonnie, and God, with a heartfelt, "Well done my good and faithful servant."



Sarah was born December 16th, 1928, in Elgin, Illinois, to Valentine and Verna (Parsons)...

Raymond Maurice Cason

Raymond Maurice Cason

Jan 7, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Raymond Maurice Cason “Reese” age 47 of Moberly, Missouri. He gently departed this life at home, Wednesday, January 7, 2026.

Maurice “Reese” was born on June 9, 1978, in Moberly, MO. He was the cherished son of Cheryl Cason and Raymond Yancey. From an early age he exhibited warmth...

Oney Ray Otten

Oney Ray Otten

Jan 6, 2026

Oney Ray Otten, 71, of Huntsville, MO, passed away surrounded by loving family on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at North Village Park in Moberly, MO.

Oney was born on September 20, 1954, in Hannibal, MO, to Marion and Geraldine (Roland) Otten. He graduated from Hannibal Senior High School in 1972, attended John Wood Community College in Quincy, and then graduated from...

Randall Keith Smith

Randall Keith Smith

Jan 5, 2026

Randall Keith Smith, 70, of Higbee, Missouri, passed away on Monday, January 5, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on March 27, 1955, in Moberly, Missouri to Robert and Wilma Smith, Randy was a remarkable individual whose spirit touched countless lives. A proud graduate of Higbee High School, he embraced a life rich in friendships and community...

James (Jim) McLean

James (Jim) McLean

Jan 2, 2026

James (Jim) McLean, 86, of Huntsville, MO passed away peacefully in the home of his daughter (Kathy) where he had been surrounded and cared for by his loving family for several days. Jim was born December 3, 1939, in Moberly, Missouri. He was the son of Frank Miller McLean Sr and Mary (Raine) McLean, and the proud stepson of Everett...

Margaret JoAnne Wheeler

Margaret JoAnne Wheeler

Jan 1, 2026

Margaret JoAnne Wheeler, 87, of Cairo, MO, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 1, 2026 at Monroe Manor in Paris, MO, just days away from her 88th birthday. Joanne was born on January 15, 1938 in Moberly, MO, to Burl and Kathryn (Riggs) Stuck.

She graduated from Moberly High School in 1955. During this period in her life, she played the...