Obituaries
Lindel E. Marsh
Sep 21, 2025
Lindel E. Marsh, 67, of Moberly, MO, tragically passed away on Sunday, September 21, 2025 in Cairo, MO. Lindel was born on September 24, 1957 in Doniphan, MO to William and Ethel (Watson) Marsh.
He was known for his passion for woodworking and furniture making. Above all else Lindel cherished the time he spent with his family. He will always be...
Gloria Ann Nichols
Sep 17, 2025
Gloria Ann Nichols, 62, of Jacksonville, MO, passed away peacefully at University Hospital in Columbia, MO, on Wednesday, September 17, 2025.
Gloria was a devoted and loving mother, and a source of inspiration to all who knew her. She was always there for anyone that needed her, whether it was helping someone in need, offering a shoulder to cry on, or...
Sharon Kay Poots
Sep 15, 2025
Sharon Kay Poots, 61, of Moberly, Missouri passed away peacefully at University Hospital in Columbia, Missouri, on Monday, September 15, 2025.
A full reflection of Sharon's life is pending. No services are scheduled at this time.
Local 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...
James Michael Briscoe
Sep 14, 2025
James Michael Briscoe, 65, of Moberly, MO, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, September 14, 2025, at Brunswick Nursing and Rehab in Brunswick, MO.
Jimmy was born on August 27, 1960, to Barbara (Harlan) Ronimous and Larry Briscoe. He attended Moberly High School and later received his GED. He enjoyed classic rock music and spending time with family. His family and friends...
David Ray Ford
Sep 13, 2025
David Ray Ford, 82, passed away peacefully on September 13, 2025, at Boone Hospital in Columbia, surrounded by his family. Born on November 30, 1942, to Cecil Ray Ford and Coe Ailene (Wells) Ford, David lived a life marked by faith, hard work, humor, and devotion to the people he loved.
On September 15, 1962, David married the love of his...
Kelley William Clark
Sep 12, 2025
Kelley William Clark, 63, of Sisseton, South Dakota, passed away on Friday, September 12, 2025, in Moberly, MO.
Local 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.
Ricky Dean Franklin
Sep 8, 2025
Ricky “Rick” Dean Franklin, 68, of Moberly, MO, passed away on Monday, September 8, 2025, at Boone Hospital in Columbia.
Rick was born on July 18, 1957, in Moberly, MO, to Ronald and Donna (Farrell) Franklin. He graduated from Moberly High School and was employed many years at the State Highway Department. He honorably served his country in the United States...
Joyce E Lopez
Aug 24, 2025
Joyce E. Lopez, 75, of Cairo, MO passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on Sunday, August 24, 2025 at Moberly Regional Medical Center in Moberly, MO.
A full reflection of Joyce's life will be posted soon. There are no services scheduled at this time.
Local arrangements are under the direction of Pathway-Millard Family Funeral Chapel, 411 Union Avenue, Moberly, MO...
Andrea "Ande" K. Spears
Aug 17, 2025
Andrea “Ande” Kay Spears, 74, of Moberly, MO, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 17, 2025, at the Arbors in Moberly.
Ande was born on September 18, 1950, in Moberly, MO, to Mildred and Lester “Stan” Strawn. She graduated from Moberly High School and later from Northeast Missouri State University in 1973 with a degree in Special Education. In 1973, she...
Jerry Wayne Brooks
Aug 16, 2025
Jerry Wayne Brooks, 75, of Moberly, MO, passed away peacefully on August 16, 2025. He was born on August 11, 1950, in Howard County, Missouri, to Donald Brooks and Cleo Wilborn Venable.
Jerry proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps from 1971 to 1975, earning an honorable discharge and receiving the Good Conduct Medal. Following his service, he...
Patricia Ann Bush
Aug 15, 2025
Patricia Ann Bush, 79, of Huntsville, MO, lost her fight with cancer on August 15, 2025. Pat was born on June 28, 1946, in Macon, MO, to Dean and Bruna Hughes. On August 21, 1965, Pat married Gary Bush at Immaculate Conception Church in Macon, MO, and soon after, Pat and Gary started their own beloved family.
Pat completed her undergraduate...
Helen G. Harmon
Aug 13, 2025
Helen Gene Harmon, 84, of Moberly, MO, was surrounded by loved ones when she went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at University Hospital in Columbia.
Helen (who was named after Gene Autry) was born on March 18, 1941, to Roy D. and Bessie Mae (Sumpter) Coureton. She was united in marriage to Jerry Harmon and...
Kerry Louise Burkett
Aug 13, 2025
Kerry Burkett, 75, of Moberly, Missouri, passed away peacefully on August 13, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on January 8, 1950, in Springfield, Illinois, to Clarence and Vera Gay Siebuhr. Kerry lived a life defined by compassion, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to those she held dear.
On January 2, 1970, Kerry married Donald Burkett in a beautiful ceremony...
Richard Allen Center
Aug 13, 2025
Richard “Rich” Allen Center, 71, of Springfield, Illinois, passed away on August 13, 2025, leaving behind memories, laughter, and the love of his family and friends.
Rich was born on March 20, 1954, in Springfield, Illinois, to Cecil and Dorothy (Sullivan) Center. He grew up in Springfield alongside his sister, Connie, and graduated from Springfield Southeast High School in 1972. Soon...
Lynne M Richmond
Aug 12, 2025
Lynne Richmond, 63, of Moberly, MO, passed away on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, surrounded by loved ones at her home.
Lynne was born on December 17, 1961, in Mexico, MO, to Thomas and Helen (Michael) McDannold. She was united in marriage to James Richmond on July 26, 1987, at Southside Baptist Church in Vandalia, MO.
Lynne graduated from Vandalia High School Class...
Robert W. Morgan
Aug 12, 2025
Robert “Bob” Morgan, 76, of Moberly, MO, passed away on a random Tuesday, August 12, 2025 surrounded by the love of his family.
Bob was born on July 20, 1948, in Madison, Missouri to Emma Jane (Timbrook) and Johnny Morgan. After the untimely passing of his father when Bob was just 18 months old, he was lovingly raised by his grandparents...
Dorothy Frances Cooley
Aug 11, 2025
Dorothy Frances Cooley, 85, of Moberly, MO, went home to the Lord on Monday, August 11, 2025, at Boone Hospital in Columbia.
Dorothy was born on February 15, 1940, in Sullivan, IL, to Herman and Gertrude (Woods) Downing. She graduated from Madison High School in 1957. She worked a number of years at Orscheln Farm and Home Store in Moberly, at...
Richard Samuel Breusch
Aug 11, 2025
Richard Samuel Breusch, 93, of Moberly, MO, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 11, 2025.
Richard was born on August 20, 1931, to Fred and Minnie Breusch. He served in the United States Air Force from 1949-1954 and was stationed in Texas where he met his wife, Ruth.
Richard worked at McDonnell Douglass as an airplane mechanic in St. Louis and at...
Julie Ann Reynolds
Aug 10, 2025
Julie Ann Reynolds, 59, of Hallsville, MO, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 10, 2025, at home.
Julie was born March 18, 1966, to Martha and Ed Reynolds. She married Clint Cundy, Sr. in summer of 1984 in Gillette, WY, but then later divorced.
Julie was an “Old G Road Warrior” and often attended the Sturgis Motorcycle Rallies. She enjoyed traveling--seeing the...
Melba Lorraine McCully
Aug 7, 2025
Melba Lorraine McCully, 93, of Kirkwood, MO, passed away at Missouri Baptist Hospital in St. Louis on Thursday, August 7, 2025.
Lorraine was born on September 5, 1931, in Moberly, MO, to Howard and Dean Sims. She resided in Moberly until October of 2021 when she moved to Kirkwood, MO, to be near her daughters. Lorraine graduated from the lower division...

