Obituaries
Anna E. Smith
Feb 16, 2025
Anna Elizabeth Smith, 89, of Sedalia, passed away Sunday, February 16, 2025, at Fair View Health Care Center.
She was born on September 17, 1935, in Sedalia, daughter of Charlie W. and Mary (Mosby) Shull.
On December 7, 1950, in Arkansas, she married Paul B. Smith, who preceded her in death on May 13, 1983.
Anna enjoyed collecting owls, having coffee at Hardee’s,...
Alfonso Limas
Feb 15, 2025
Alfonso Limas
SSG ARMY
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Alfonso (Cochise) Limas, a proud veteran who honorably served his country in The Marines & The Army. Cochise was a man of great passion, known for his love of fishing and hunting, where he found peace in the great outdoors.
Above all, Cochise was a devoted Christian who...
Brandyn T. Poynter
Feb 14, 2025
Brandyn Tyler Poynter, 36, of Sedalia, passed away Friday, February 14, 2025, at Bothwell Regional Health Center.
He was born February 15, 1988, in Columbia, son of Clay Ulmont Poynter, III, and Heather Renee Wise.
A graduate of EW Thompson State School, Brandyn embraced life with warmth, humor, and a spirit that brightened the lives of those around him.
Brandyn found joy in...
Carl Amos Hopkins
Feb 10, 2025
Carl Amos Hopkins, 68, of Sedalia, passed away Monday, February 10, 2025, at his home.
He was born December 6, 1956, in Independence, a son of Alfred Martin "Mike" and Lois Marie Kathrine Schoppenhorst Hopkins.
Amos graduated from Smith-Cotton High School in 1975. He participated in the high school jazz band, concert band, and was an original member of the New Score...
Phyllis Newton
Feb 7, 2025
Phyllis Jean Newton, 82, of Hughesville, passed away Friday, February 7, 2025, at Boone Hospital in Columbia, MO.
She was born on October 12, 1942, in Sweet Springs, MO, the only child of Raymond E. and Edna M. (Dittmer) Hartman. On December 8, 1962, in Sweet Springs, she married Thomas H.C. "Peachie" Newton, and he preceded her in death on May...
Mary Christine Froehlich
Feb 6, 2025
Mary Christine “Christy” Froehlich, 60, of Sedalia, passed away Thursday, February 6, 2025 at Boone Hospital in Columbia.
She was born October 28, 1964, in Sedalia a daughter of Charles Wayne and Mary Rose (Sanders) Ross.
Christy was Baptist by faith and attended East Sedalia Baptist Church. She was baptized as a teenager along with her sister at New Hope Baptist Church.
She...
Dr. John Fredrick "Fred" Bluhm, III
Feb 4, 2025
Please note the time of the rosary begins at 10:00 am with visitation to follow until 1:00 pm Mass time at St. Patrick chapel.
Dr. John Fredrick “Fred” Bluhm, III, MD, 74, of Sedalia, passed away Tuesday, February 4, 2025.
He was born July 17, 1950, in Sedalia, son of the late John Fredrick Jr. and Anna Louise (Walter) Bluhm.
On June 28,...
David Lee Marriott
Jan 31, 2025
David Lee Marriott, 60, of Sedalia, passed away, Friday, January 31, 2025.
He was born in Kansas City, MO, a son of William Marriott and Posie Kreglinger. On October 17, 2020 in Sedalia, MO. he married Darlene Parker.
David worked as a truck driver and most recently drove for Tyson. He was an avid Kansas City Chiefs fan.
Survivors include his wife Darlene;...
Lisa M. Smith
Jan 31, 2025
Lisa Marie Smith, 38, of Sedalia, passed away at 12:13 p.m. Friday, January 31, 2025, at Boone Hospital Center in Columbia.
She was born November 13, 1986, in Kansas City, KS, daughter of John and Brenda (O’Conner) Rohde.
On April 20, 2016, in Pettis County, she was married to Carl F. Smith.
Lisa was a good wife, mother, and friend. She loved spending...
Terrance A. Cline
Jan 30, 2025
Terrance A. Cline, 64, of Sedalia, passed away Thursday, January 30, 2025, at University of Missouri Hospital in Columbia.
He was born April 20, 1960, in Sedalia, son of LaWanda J. (Cline) Rice and Quincy Jones.
On September 26, 2014, in Sedalia, he married Donna (Kalthoff) Owens.
Terrance was a 1979 graduate of Smith-Cotton High School. He was a longtime employee of Hardee’s...
Mary Ellaine Foster Pohl
Jan 29, 2025
Mary Ellaine Foster Pohl, 68, of Sedalia, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, January 29, 2025.
Born on November 29, 1956, in Sedalia, she was the daughter of Jerry Paul and Helen Marie (Kelling) Foster. On April 6, 2006, she married Floyd W. Pohl in Versailles, MO, and he survives at the home.
Mary grew up in Sedalia and attended...
Alvin J. Niederwimmer
Jan 27, 2025
Alvin John Henry Niederwimmer, 94, of Sedalia, died Monday, January 27, 2025.
He was born June 1, 1930, in Russellville, MO, one of three children of the late Martin and Margaret (Strobel) Niederwimmer.
Alvin was raised on a farm in Russellville, MO and was a 1948 Graduate of Russellville High School.
On January 27, 1956, he married Dorothy Mae Wills, of Sedalia, MO,...
Ann M. Phillips
Jan 18, 2025
Ann M. Phillips, 77, of Rolla, passed away on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at Silverstone Place in Rolla. She was born on April 22, 1947, in Sedalia to Johnny and Bettye (Field) Murrell.
In 1980, Ann married Edmund Earl Phillips, Jr., who preceded her in death on August 31, 2024.
Ann had a passion for reading, traveling on cruises and abroad, and...
Kennard D. McKinney
Jan 18, 2025
Kennard Davis McKinney, 77, of Belton, passed away Saturday, January 18, 2025, at Carnegie Village Rehab Center in Belton.
He was born September 8, 1947, in Sedalia, son of Orie and Beulah (Davis) McKinney.
On December 6, 1969, in Sedalia, he married Cynthia Shull.
Kennard attended Central Missouri State College to obtain a B.S. in business administration, graduating in 1969. He began working...
Roy Cecil Miller, Jr.
Jan 15, 2025
Roy Cecil Miller, Jr., 82, of Sedalia, passed away Wednesday, January 15, 2025, in Kansas City.
He was born December 19, 1942, in Sedalia, son of Roy C. Miller, Sr. and Oleta B. (Skaggs) Miller.
On November 1, 1999, in Wichita, KS, he was married to Marjorie D. (Rathbun) Losey, who preceded him in death on July 21, 2008.
Roy attended the Missouri...
DeWayne Duncan
Jan 14, 2025
DeWayne Duncan, 95, of Sedalia, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at Caring Hearts and Hands in Columbia.
He was born October 21, 1929, in Freeman, Missouri, the only child of Frank H. and Lucile E. (Hackler) Duncan. On April 17, 1955, in Drexel, Missouri, he married Mildred (Long), who preceded him in death on February 19, 2017.
DeWayne was a...
Linda Byrnes
Jan 12, 2025
Linda Ann Byrnes
Sunrise June 20, 1949
Sunset January 12, 2025
Linda Ann Byrnes, 75, of Warrensburg, MO passed away peacefully at Centerpoint Hospital in Independence, MO on January 12, 2025.
Linda enjoyed being with her family, trying to beat puzzles with her sister-in-law Jan, solitaire, laughing, black jellybeans and Conway Twitty.
Always one to make sure you smiled at the start of your day;...
Farrell Dean Shepherd
Jan 11, 2025
Farrell Dean Shepherd, 73, of Sedalia, passed away on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at Bothwell Regional Health Center.
Born on January 19, 1951, in Sparta, Illinois, Farrell was the son of the late Fred L. Shepherd and Almeda Hall.
Raised in St. Louis, Farrell's heritage was a rich blend of cultures. His mother was of Seminole Native American descent, and his father...
Gaylen R. Crowe
Jan 11, 2025
Gaylen Ray Crowe, 73, of Smithton, passed away Saturday, January 11, 2025, at Boone Hospital Center in Columbia.
He was born March 5, 1951, in Chillicothe, son of Harold H. and Arolene A. (Jones) Crowe.
On October 10, 2000, Las Vegas, he married Lesa A. (Lane).
Gaylen worked for Maxion Wheels for 22 years before retiring and was currently working as a delivery...
Gerald F. Norton
Jan 9, 2025
Gerald Francis Norton, 86, of Clinton, passed away Thursday, January 9, 2025, at StoneBridge Villa Marie in Jefferson City.
He was born February 27, 1938, in Fairfax, MO, a son of the late Ralph V. and Maude M. (Thompson) Norton. On February 19, 1959, he married Merna Becker, who preceded him in death on November 2, 1993. On December 10, 1994,...
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