Obituaries
John Leslie Bryant
Feb 17, 2025
John Leslie Bryant passed away peacefully on February 17, 2025 at The Pines Nursing Facility in Kirksville, Missouri.
John was born in Kincaid, Illinois, on August 9, 1935 to Katie Norville and Leslie Bryant. He later married the love of his life, Margery “Sue” Forsberg. John is survived by their two sons; Kirk (Joni) Bryant and Kent (Cindy) Bryant, their four...
Kevin Michael Wilson
Feb 16, 2025
Kevin Michael Wilson, born on January 21, 1958, in Burlington, Iowa, passed away on February 16, 2025, at Northeast Regional Medical Center. A resident of Davenport, Iowa for many years, Kevin dedicated over two decades of his life to serving the Presbyterian Church until his retirement in June of 2024.
Kevin graduated from high school in Rock Island, Illinois, where he...
Roy Clay
Feb 7, 2025
Roy Clay, 76, of Queen City, MO passed away Friday (February 7th, 2025) at his home is Queen City under hospice.
The son of Letha Marie Clay and Hugo Miller, Roy was born March 30th, 1948 in Unionville, MO. He grew up in Worthington and attended rural school in that area. He attended high school in Queen City. He served in...
Barbara Ann Pinkerton
Feb 4, 2025
Barbara Ann Pinkerton, born on November 17, 1948, in Kirksville, Missouri, passed away peacefully at her home on February 4, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. A devoted wife, mother, sister, and aunt, Barbara's life was a testament to the beauty of family bonds and the joy of shared experiences.
Barbara enjoyed a lifelong career at Hollister, a significant chapter of...
Ray Rogers, JR
Feb 3, 2025
Ray Rogers Jr, 69, of Kirksville, MO, passed away Monday, February 3, 2025, at Boone County Hospital in Columbia, MO. The son of late Ray Ezra and Clara Ann (Stewart) Rogers, Ray was born June 24, 1955, in Kirksville, MO. Ray was united in marriage with Susan Kelsey on February 8, 1975. From this union two daughters were born, Georgia...
Ward Jones
Jan 26, 2025
Ward Jones, 89 of Queen City passed away Sunday (January 26th, 2025) at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville.
The son of Birney W. and Ethel (McCormick) Jones, Ward was born December 3rd, 1935 in rural Queen City. He attended school in rural Schuyler County and graduated from Queen City High School in 1953. He went to work in Davenport, IA...
Joe Alexander Allen
Jan 24, 2025
Born October 12, 1933 in Indianola Mississippi to Walter Clyde Allen and Annie Mae (King) Allen. Joe was preceded in death by two brothers Billy Wayne and Charles Edward and one sister Janice Ann (Allen) Matthews.
On August 6, 1952 he married Josephine Angelinia Gabacci, his wife of 70 years. Joe and Josephine had three children Mary Jo (Penny) Allen of...
Heraldine Joyce Bergman
Jan 21, 2025
Heraldine Joyce Bergman (Riggs) born January 10, 1949 to Hazel and Harold Riggs. Passed away peacefully on January 21, 2025 after a hard battle with cancer. Herri as her loved ones and friends called her was a spitfire. She loved everyone and would help anyone she could. Herri grew up in a large family with multiple brothers and sisters. As...
Ann Giguere
Jan 15, 2025
Sylvanne “Ann” Sue Cowell Giguere
March 27, 1949 – January 15, 2025
Sylvanne Sue Giguere, lovingly known as Annie, Ann Sue, or simply Ann, passed away on January 15, 2025, due to complications from a fall. She was born in west Queen City, Missouri, at the farmhouse fondly called “Sand Hill,” to Novle W. Cowell and Vera Irene Nason Cowell, who preceded...
Edith Kay Solomon
Jan 14, 2025
Edith Solomon, 83, passed away Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at the Schuyler County Nursing Home in Queen City, Missouri. The daughter of Boyd Emanuel and Opal Glayes Adams Galaspie, she was born August 27, 1941 in Novelty, MO. Edith grew up in the Sidney area and attended school in Sidney.
Edith was united in marriage to Albert Earl Solomon in 1956...
Larry James McKim
Jan 13, 2025
Larry was born January 19, 1940 in Kirksville, Missouri to Albert and Maggie (Harden) McKim.
Larry married Norma Jean (Stewart) McKim on December 20, 1960 in Kirksville, Missouri and to this union three children were born.
Larry is survived by his wife of 64 years Norma; son, Melvin McKim and wife Angie of Brashear; daughters, Carrie Eggelston and husband Ronald of Eagle...
Shirley Ann Baldwin
Jan 10, 2025
Shirley Ann (Ausmus) Baldwin
October 31, 1936 – January 10, 2025
We are saddened to announce the passing of my mother, Shirley, remembered by many for her smile and fabulous laugh. Shirley Ann (Ausmus) Baldwin passed peacefully from her earthly body on January 10, 2025 at the age of 88 with Jill and William, at her side.
Shirley was born at the family...
Carl Lewis
Jan 9, 2025
In Loving Memory of Carl LewisCarl Lewis passed away unexpectedly on January 9, 2025, at the age of 51. Born on July 11, 1973, in Oceanside, California, Carl spent his early years near the ocean before moving around and ultimately settling in Kirksville, Missouri.Carl is survived by his wife Leslie; one son, Nathan Lewis; and step-daughter, Taniya Wesby.Carl had a...
Marcena Kite
Jan 3, 2025
Marcena (Small) Kite 81 of Kirksville passed away Friday, (January 3, 2025) at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville, Missouri.
Marcena was born October 22, 1943 in Edina, Missouri, the daughter of Doris (Parrish) Small and Tommy Kurl Small. She was united in marriage to Jacky Kite on June 16, 1961. To this union three children were born.
Surviving, daughter Kathi Lyons...
Carole Roxanne Castles
Dec 30, 2024
On December 30, 2024, Carole Roxanne Castles (73) passed away unexpectedly at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville, Missouri.
Carole Roxanne (Roxy) Castles was born on December 21, 1951, in Grinnell, Iowa, to Paul and Louise Bruns. She was the youngest of four children, with three older brothers: Stanley, Gary, and Dennis who she loved dearly.
Roxy grew up with a deep...
Wynette Dale Alexander
Dec 27, 2024
Wynette Alexander 73, of Queen City, Missouri passed away Friday, December 27, 2024, in the Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville, Missouri.
The daughter of Winford and Wanda Kelley Pearson, she was born August 18, 1951, in Kirksville, Missouri. She lived in Greentop, Missouri until she was about seven and then moved with her family to Ottumwa, Iowa, where she grew...
Dora Belle Clark
Dec 14, 2024
On December 14th, 2024, Dora Belle Clark, 94, of Kirksville, Missouri passed away peacefully at her home with her three children by her side as she entered into Heaven.
She was born on May 5, 1930 near Milan Missouri, the daughter of William Glen Steele and Zulah June (Davis) Steele. On August 20,1950 she was united in marriage to James Paul...
Frederick Mark Stribling
Dec 12, 2024
Frederick “Mark” Stribling, 75 of Kirksville, MO, passed away Thursday, December 12th,2024, at his home in Kirksville.
The son of Frederick and Violet (Riley) Stribling, Frederick was born March 11th, 1949, in La Plata, MO. On December 31st, 1980, Frederick was united in marriage to Pat Goodhart.
Mark is survived by his children, Melissa Butterbrodt and son-in-law Wayne, Raquel Merryman, Jason Morrison,...
James Willard Dyhouse
Dec 9, 2024
James Willard Dyhouse, 82 of Kirksville, MO passed away Monday (December 9th, 2024) at his home in Kirksville.
The son of James Earl and Cleo (Sanders) Dyhouse, James was born in Vincent, IN on March 29th, 1942. On October 16th, 2010, James was united in marriage to Jeanine McCune.
James is survived by his wife, Jeanine; Sons, James David Dyhouse and Michael...
Jerry Lee Reed "Squeak"
Dec 6, 2024
Jerry Lee Reed "Squeak", a beloved figure in the Kirksville community, passed away on December 6, 2024, at the age of 72. Born on April 20, 1952, in Kirksville, Missouri, Jerry dedicated his life to serving his hometown, working tirelessly for the City of Kirksville until his retirement in 2007.
Jerry was known for his generous spirit and boundless kindness. He...
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