Obituaries

Roger Dale Hillen

Roger Dale Hillen

Dec 29, 2025

Roger Dale Hillen, 66, of Moberly Missouri, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, December 29, 2025.

He was born on January 8, 1959, in Moberly, Missouri, to Paul and Ollie (Hendren) Hillen. Roger graduated in 1977 from Moberly high school.

Roger was known for his ornery personality and loved making jokes that could light up a room. His laughter and...

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...

Sarah Jane Henry

Sarah Jane Henry

Jan 10, 2026

Sarah Jane Henry, 97, of Moberly, MO passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 10, 2026. A full reflection of Sarah'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. com.

Raymond Maurice Cason

Raymond Maurice Cason

Jan 7, 2026

Raymond Maurice Cason, 46, of Moberly, MO passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 7, 2026.

A full reflection of Raymond'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. com.

Oney Ray Otten

Oney Ray Otten

Jan 6, 2026

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

.A full reflection of Oney'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....

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...

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...

Charles E Crutcher

Charles E Crutcher

Dec 30, 2025

Charles E. Crutcher, 90, of Moberly, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December, 30, 2025. He was born on June 19, 1935 in Cairo, Missouri to Loyd and Opal (Halterman) Crutcher.

Charles married Roberta Dean Jordan on December 23, 1955, at the Armstrong Baptist Church in Armstrong, Missouri.

As a high school athlete, Charles participated in basketball, football, and track. In football...

Charla Rockett Bankhead

Charla Rockett Bankhead

Dec 28, 2025

Charla Rockett Bankhead, 75, passed away unexpectedly at her home on December 28, 2025. She was born July 7, 1950, to Charles James Rockett and Ruth Lee (Flud) Rockett of Higbee, Missouri, and was a 1968 graduate of Higbee High School and a lifelong resident of Higbee. She was a life-long member of the Higbee United Methodist Church and later...

Valerie Jean Nicholas

Valerie Jean Nicholas

Dec 26, 2025

Valerie J. Nicholas, 58, of Moberly, Missouri, passed away on December 26, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.

Valerie was born on May 11, 1967, in Denver, Colorado, to Hector and Elvira Flores. She was preceded in death by her beloved mother, Elvira whom she held close in her heart throughout her life. She is survived by her father,...

Lonnie Harold Waite

Lonnie Harold Waite

Dec 25, 2025

Lonnie Harold Waite, 80, of Cairo, Missouri departed from this world on December 25, 2025, at the Pioneer Skilled Nursing Home in Marceline, Missouri. His life was marked by hard work, joyful laughter, and a love for the outdoors.

Lonnie was born on August 6, 1945 in Bethel, MO, to William and Ethel (Schmitzer) Waite. He was a proud graduate of...

Patrick Clair Greenwood

Patrick Clair Greenwood

Dec 21, 2025

Patrick Clair Greenwood, age 72, of Moberly, Missouri passed away peacefully with family by his side on December 21, 2025, at University Hospital in Columbia, Missouri. Pat was born on November 29, 1953, in Altoona, Pennsylvania to Kenneth and Lois (Hamer) Greenwood.

Pat graduated from Altoona High School, Altoona, Pennsylvania in 1971. With some college classes and strong work ethic he...

Golder Copas

Golder Copas

Dec 18, 2025

Golder Copas, 82, of Moberly, MO passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 18, 2025 at Boone Hospital in Columbia, MO.

He is survived by his 3 sons, James "Billy" Copas, Bobby (Gina) Copas, Golder "Clay" (Christina) Copas; Grandsons, Paul Wesley Copas, Bobby Gene Copas, Sam Copas, James "Toby" Copas, Cason Sanders and Tyler Sanders; Granddaughters, Alicia Copas, Natasha Collins, Bridgett Pogue...

Andy Franklin Sunderland

Andy Franklin Sunderland

Dec 12, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Andy Franklin Sunderland, age 50, who left us on December 12, 2025, at the Moberly Regional Medical Center. Born on June 18, 1975, in Columbia, Missouri, to Woodrow and Belinda Gail (Fisher) Sunderland, Andy was a cherished son, brother, father, and friend.

He graduated from Fayette Missouri High School...

Johnny F Finley

Johnny F Finley

Dec 12, 2025

Johnny F. Finley, 66, passed away on December 12, 2025, at Valley View Health and Rehab. He was born on February 4, 1959, in Kennett, MO, to John and Edna Finley.

Johnny was married to Judy Finley in 1993 in Kennett , MO. A loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who sought to share his knowledge with others.

Though he was stubborn,...

John Edward Hess

John Edward Hess

Dec 8, 2025

John Hess, age 61, of Higbee Missouri departed this life on December 8, 2025, at Columbia Missouri University Hospital. John was born on March 28, 1964, in Moberly, Missouri to his parents; Jerry and Joyce (Halterman) Hess. John graduated from Moberly Senior Highschool in 1982 and was a member of the Huntsville Christian church. He married Cindy (Lewis) Hess on...

Guy P. Gravitt

Guy P. Gravitt

Dec 8, 2025

Guy P. Gravitt, age 66, was born on August 8, 1959, to Guy P. Gravitt Sr. and Margie Thorpe in Moberly, Missouri passed away peacefully on December 8, 2025, at the Moberly Regional Medical Center. He was a devoted family man who cherished his loved ones deeply. Guy’s warmth and kindness were evident in his character as he would always...

Richard Eugene Drown

Richard Eugene Drown

Dec 5, 2025

Richard Eugene Drown, 70, of Moberly, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 5, 2025.

A full reflection of life will be posted soon.

There are no services planned at this time. A celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Local arrangements are under the direction of Pathway-Millard Family Funeral Chapel, 411 Union Avenue, Moberly, MO 65270 (660)263-7284. Condolences may...

Kennita Ann Price

Kennita Ann Price

Nov 29, 2025

Kennita Ann Price, age 66, passed away on November 29, 2025. She was born on June 10, 1959, to Kenneth and Juanita Price, the eighth of thirteen children, and grew up surrounded by the big, lively family that helped shape her bold personality.

Kennita was known for her loud voice, sharp humor, and quick-witted remarks. She rarely entered a room quietly—and...

Barbara Rose Riddle

Barbara Rose Riddle

Nov 26, 2025

Barbara Rose Riddle, known mostly as Nana, was born on January 20, 1953, and went to be with the angels at the age of 72, on November 26, 2025.

She was born in Marshall, MO, to Bob and Shirley Alspach and resided most of her life in Huntsville and Clifton Hill, MO. She was a member of Midway Baptist Church of...