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12/12/2025

Larry “Wayne” Howe, II age 58 of Jefferson City passed away on Wednesday, December 10, 2025. He was born October 17, 1967, in Kansas City, KS to Larry Wayne and Rebecca (Davidson) Howe. On March, 11, 2000 he married Leigh Ann Murphy in Latham, MO.

Survivors include his wife, Leigh Ann, of the home: brother, Robert (Christina) Howe; sisters, Ina (Vance) Burns and Kelly (Aaron) Martin; best friend and cousin Johnny Dotson; brother in-law, John Murphy; mother-in-law, Lois Murphy; and several nieces and nephews.

Larry was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Aaron Howe.

A private interment will be at Highland Cemetery near Latham, MO. Memorials are suggested to Highland Cemetery.

Arrangements are under the direction of Bowlin-Cantriel Funeral Services of California, MO.

12/04/2025

Cornelio Martinez Cisneros, 76, of California, MO passed away on Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at the California Care Center in California, MO. He was born on December 29, 1948 in Michoacan De Campo, Mexico the son of Jose Martinez Zavala and Maria Cisneros both of who preceded him in death. He was of the Catholic Faith. He was united in marriage in Michoacan, Mexico to Juana Torres Arroyo who preceded him in death on January 3, 2020. Cornelio enjoyed riding horses, driving tractors, riding his 4 wheeler, farming and spending time with his family. He is survived by 5 sons, Elias Martinez, Armando Martinez, Manuel Martinez, Antonio Martinez and Jose Martinez; 3 daughters, Sylvia Martinez, Patricia Martinez and Blanca Estela Martinez; 28 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Cornelio was preceded in death by 3 sisters and 4 brothers. Visitation will be held on Monday, December 8, 2025 from 5-7 P.M. at the funeral home. Arrangements are under the direction of Bowlin-Cantriel Funeral Services of California, MO.

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Cornelio Martinez Cisneros 76, de California, MO fallecio el Martes 2 de Diciembre del 2025 en El Centro De Atención de California en California, MO. Nacio el Diciembre 29, 1948 en Michoacan De Campo, Mexico. Hijo de Jose Martinez Zavala Y Maria Cisneros ambos que le precedieron en la muerte. Él era de fe católica. Más tarde se unio en matrimonio en Michoacan, Mexico con Juana Torres Arroyo quien le precedió en la muerte el 3 de enero del 2020. Cornelio disfrutaba montar caballos, conducir tractores, pasear en cuatrimotos, cultivar y pasar tiempo con su familia. Le sobreviven 5 hijos, Elias Martinez, Armando Martinez, Manuel Martinez, Antonio Martinez y Jose Martinez; 3 hijas, Sylvia Martinez, Patricia Martinez y Blanca Estela Martinez; 28 nietos y 11 bisnietos. Cornelio fue precedido en la muerte con 3 hermanas y 4 hermanos. Visitación sera el Lunes 8 de Diciembre, 2025 de 5-7 P.M. en la funeraria. Los arreglos están bajo la dirección de Bowlin-Cantriel Funeral Services de California, MO.

12/03/2025

Michael Stephen Diggs, 38, of Tipton, MO passed away on Monday, December 1, 2025. He was born on June 11, 1987 in Jefferson City, MO the son of Jerrell Diggs and Kristan (Diebel) Diggs. Michael was a graduate of Jefferson City High School. He was a supervisor for Capitol Projects in Jefferson City and until his sickness, worked for the City of Tipton. Michael attended Fortuna Baptist Church with his children and family. He enjoyed fishing, but his greatest joy in life was being a wonderful dad to his children who were his world and spending time with them and the rest of his family. He is survived by his parents, Jerrell and Kristan Diggs of California, MO; his twin children, Amelia Lou Diggs and Elijah Ray Diggs of the home; 3 brothers, John Diggs of Jefferson City, MO, Gary Diggs and significant other Steven Tunnell of Birmingham, AL and Aaron Diggs and wife Anna of Tipton, MO; nieces, Logan DuBois (Quinton), Graci Diggs, Mila Diggs, Charlie Diggs and Freya Diggs; nephew, Beau Diggs and great nephew, Bradly DuBois. Visitation will be on Monday, December 8, 2025 from 4-6 P.M. with a Memorial Service immediately following at
6 PM all at Fortuna Baptist Church. Officiating will be Pastor Brad Homan. Inurnment will be at Sappington Cemetery near Clarksburg at a later date. Memorials are suggested to the Michael Diggs Children Fund c/o the funeral home. Arrangements are under the direction of Bowlin-Cantriel Funeral Service of California, MO.

11/29/2025

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11/26/2025

Karen Lea Hagemeyer, 78, of California passed away on Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at her home surrounded by her loving family and friends. She was born on September 14, 1947 in California, MO the daughter of Benjamin L. Inman and Florence (Meister) Inman both of whom preceded her in death. She later graduated from California High School in 1965. She then was united in marriage on August 14, 1966 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church to Wayne J. Hagemeyer who survives of the home. Karen worked at Memorial Hospital as an Aide, Missouri State Division of Health, Scherff Truckline, C.J. Harris Lumber Co. now known as California Construction, Secretary and Treasurer for the California Rural Fire Association, Bus driver for 19 years for the California School District, Cajun Catfish House and also worked at Burgher Haus on the breakfast grill. She was baptized at Trinity Lutheran Church in Jefferson City, MO and was a faithful member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in California, MO where she was a member of the LWML Evening Guild. Karen enjoyed bingo, needlepoint, collecting angels, and spending time with family and friends. Along with her husband she is survived by 3 daughters, Christina Ann Gish (Larry) of California, MO, Angela Dawn Christian (Dwight) of Holts Summit, MO and Sara Beth Turner (Charles) of Centertown, MO; 7 grandchildren, Larry Wayne Gish, Joseph Quentin Gish, Kodie Ann Gish, Brandon Lee Christian, Abigail Jean Christian, Charlie Twillman Turner and Sam Loesing Turner; 4 great grandchildren, Elise Gish, Alysia Gish, Kendrick Gish and Cataleya Gish; 2 brother in-laws, James Hagemeyer and Charles Thomas; sister in-law, Mary Hagemeyer; 5 nieces and 5 nephews; her special cat, Hemao. Karen was preceded in death by her daughter, Milisa Sue Hagemeyer on January 25, 2022; 2 sisters, Connye Tuttle and Jeryl Thomas; mother and father in-law, Milda and Oscar Hagemeyer; sister in-law, Nila Hagemeyer and brother in-law, Paul Tuttle. Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 30, 2025 from 4-7 P.M. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in California, MO. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Monday, December 1, 2025 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in California, MO. Officiating will be Pastor Evandro Kopper. Interment will follow at St. Paul’s Lutheran Cemetery in California, MO. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions are suggested to St. Paul’s Radio Ministry or the St. Paul’s Child Care Ctr. c/o the funeral home. Arrangements are under the direction of Bowlin-Cantriel Funeral Services of California, MO.

11/12/2025

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11/09/2025

Michael C. Baird, 71, of Bunceton, MO, passed away on Friday, November 7, 2025 at his residence. He was born October 4, 1954 and was raised in Tulsa, OK the son of Adger Clifton Baird and Alice Ervalene (Taylor) Baird whom both preceded him in death. Michael was later united in marriage on July 25, 1995 in Rogers, AR to Sue (Snoderly) Baird who survives of the home. He retired as a Welder for the Boilermakers Union in Kansas City, MO. Mike loved farming, hunting, carpentry, welding, diving, spear fishing and collecting fi****ms. He is survived by his wife, Sue Baird of the home; son, Bob Baird and wife Scarlett of Austin, TX; sister Cindy Tiemann and husband Paul of Dover, NH and due anytime, twin grandchildren, Adger Clifton Baird and Remi June Baird. Visitation will be held on Thursday, November 13, 2025 from 5-7 P.M at the funeral home. Burial will be held at a later date in Arkansas. Arrangements are under the direction of Bowlin-Cantriel Funeral Services.

11/07/2025

Edward “Eddie” Leo Rogers, 66, of Fortuna, MO passed away on Thursday, November 6, 2025. He was born on December 5, 1958 at the Versailles Gunn Clinic the son of Elmer “Leo” Rogers and Jean (Kueffer) Rogers. Eddie was a 1976 graduate of Tipton High School. He was a Truck driver for many years working for Baughman Trucking and Siegel Trucking. Eddie enjoyed farming and tending to his cattle, watching Cardinals Baseball, WWE Wrestling and watching his grandsons play soccer and baseball. He is survived by his daughter, Amanda Sample (Floyd) of Eldon, MO; his mother Jean Rogers of Latham, MO; brother, Rick Rogers (Tina) of Latham, MO; sister Dianne Brown of Latham, MO and 3 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, Elmer “Leo” Rogers. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 from 4-7 P.M. at the funeral home. Officiating will be Ronnie Griffith. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 10:00 A.M. also at the funeral home. Interment will be at Highland Cemetery near Latham. Memorials are suggested to the Highland Cemetery c/o the funeral home. Arrangements are under the direction of Bowlin-Cantriel Funeral Services of California, MO.

10/23/2025

RoVera Forbis, 90, of California, MO passed away on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at her home. She was born on January 21, 1935 in Martinsburg, MO the daughter of Ralph Debo and Leota (Malicoat) Debo both of who preceded her in death. She was later united in marriage on March 11, 1956 to Donald Forbis who preceded her in death on August 12, 2019. RoVera worked at Taylor’s Tire Distributors as a bookkeeper for 20 years before retiring. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in California where she enjoyed her Sunday School class and being very involved in the church. RoVera liked cooking, taking care of her home, planting flowers, was a very hard worker and loved spending time with her family. She is survived by 2 daughters, Stephanie Yates (Douglas) of Mexico, MO and Cindy Renn (Paul) of Jefferson City, MO; son, John Forbis (Patricia) of Florence, MO; 9 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son, Paul Forbis. Visitation will be held on Monday, October 27, 2025 from 11:00 A.M.- 12 Noon with the funeral immediately following at 12 Noon all at the funeral home. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at the Wellsville Cemetery. Memorial Contributions are suggested to the First Baptist Church of California, MO c/o the funeral home. Arrangements are under the direction of Bowlin-Cantriel Funeral Services of California, MO.

10/21/2025

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Jose Carmen Corona Juarez, 88, of California, MO passed away on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at the Capital Region Medical Ctr. in Jefferson City, MO. He was born in born in El Sauz, Yuriria, Guanajuato, Mexico on February 6, 1937 the son of Baldomero Corona and Natalia Juarez both of who preceded him in death. He was united in marriage on November 25, 1994 in Moroni, UT to Cecilia Avila who survives of the home. He was a member of the Annunciation Catholic Church in California, MO. Jose enjoyed fishing, futbol, riding horses, listening to music, singing, dancing and cooking. He is survived by his wife Cecilia of the home; son, Jorge Luis Corona Vazquez; 6 daughters, Silvia Corona Vazquez, Delia Corona Vazquez, Ma. de los Angeles Corona Vazquez, Dulce Rocio Corona Vazquez, Adriana Corona Vazquez and Nora Xochitl Corona Vazquez; 2 brothers; 4 sisters; 22 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son, Arturo Corona Vazquez. Visitation will be held from 5-7 P.M. on Friday, October 24, 2025 at the funeral home. Arrangements are under the direction of Bowlin-Cantriel Funeral Services of California, MO.

Jose Carmen Corona Juarez 88, de California Missouri fallecio el Sabado Octubre,18 2025 en el centro Médico de la Región Capital en Jefferson City, MO. Nacio en El Sauz, Yuriria, Guanajuato, Mexico el Febrero 6 del 1937. Hijo de Baldomero Corona y Natalia Juarez, ambos fallecieron antes que él. Se unió en matrimonio el Nobiembre 25, 1994 en Moroni, UT con Cecilia Avila quién sobrevive en casa. Era miembro de la Iglesia católica annunciation en California, MO. Jose disfrutaba la pesca, fútbol, montar a caballo, escuchar musica, cantar, bailar y cocinar. Le sobrevive su esposa Cecilia en casa; hijo Jorge Luis Corona Vazquez; 6 hijas Silvia Corona Vazquez, Delia Corona Vazquez, Ma. de los Angeles Corona Vazquez, Dulce Rocio Corona Vazquez, Adriana Corona Vazquez and Nora Xochitl Corona Vazquez; 2 hermanos; 4 hermanas; 22 nietos y 12 bisnietos. Le precedió en la muerte su hijo, Arturo Corona Vazquez. Se realizará una velación de 5-7 P.M el viernes Octubre 24, 2025 en la funeraria.
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10/20/2025

Delbert L. Grosvenor passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2025. He was born to Henry Leslie Grosvenor and Mary Asilee Grosvenor (Huddleston) on 26 March 1933, in Brumley, Missouri. Delbert had 6 sisters and 2 brothers all who preceded him in death. Delbert finished his education after the 7th grade and would often hunt to help feed his family. He was drafted during the Korean War on 22 April 1953 and served in the 148th Infantry Regiment in the United States Army until 21 April 1955 receiving an honorable discharge. Delbert married Darlene Fay Busch on October 3, 1959, in Sedalia Missouri. In 1961, He began working as a General Maintenance Man for Southwest Steel in St. Louis Missouri. With his wife, he raised two children, Henry Wayne Grosvenor and Rebecca Fay Grosvenor. He retired from Southwest Steel on 28 February 1994 after 33 years of service. Delbert spent his retirement on his prized 250-acre farm with his wife and daughter Rebecca. Although formally retired, he continued to raise beef cattle and always had plenty of projects. Delbert was a tough, strong, and stubborn man who enjoyed making people smile with his never-ending pranks and great humor. He was a hard worker who was creative with welding and had the know how to fabricate and fix most anything. He liked to play billiards and snooker, but his favorite were cards which he would play with his wife, Rebecca, and anyone who visited at the farm. Throughout his life he became a master outdoorsman and cherished the time he spent with family and friends hunting and fishing. Delbert’s wife Darlene passed in February of 2024 after 64 blessed years of marriage. Delbert is survived by his son Henry Grosvenor, Henry’s two children Kathleen and Megan, his daughter Rebecca Grosvenor, and many nieces and nephews. Delbert passed away peacefully after 92 years, and he will be missed by the people lucky enough to know him. Please join family and friends at Bowlin-Cantriel Funeral home in California, Missouri on Saturday, November, 1 2025 for a visitation from 12:00 P.M. – 1:00 P.M. and a memorial service immediately following at 1:00 P.M. all at the funeral home. Afterwards there will be a celebration of life at the farm. Arrangements are under the direction of Bowlin- Cantriel Funeral Services in California, MO.

10/07/2025

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