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09/09/2025

Jimmie (Jim) Irwin, 77, of Carthage, Mo, departed from this world to join his Heavenly Father on September 7th, 2025. He was the son of Ralph and Opal Irwin of Avilla, Mo.

Jim was born on September 3rd, 1948 in Blackwell, Ok. As a youth, he attended Kildare Elementary and Ponca City High School. His family moved to Neosho, Mo his Sophomore year and he graduated from Sarcoxie High School in 1966. Jim attended college in Joplin, Mo -where he would say he majored in playing pool. In 1967, he left college to enlist in the Army. He completed basic training at Fort Leonard Wood, followed by advanced individual training at Fort Lee.
Jim was then stationed in Okinawa, Japan for two years and completed his service at Ft. Sill, Ok. Following his military service, Jim spent his life as a career cattle rancher and farmer near Avilla, Mo.

Jim married Glenda Shelton on July 1st, 1969 in Okinawa, Japan. They shared 56 years of marriage, working together on the family farm in Avilla, Mo where they raised crops and cattle.

Jim was known for his love for the outdoors; he enjoyed fishing, hunting and spending time in his element on the farm. He was an avid golfer and bowler, and participated in the National Bowling Championship for over 25 years. Jim was a member of the Bridge, A Christian Church (formerly First Christian Church) where he served as a Sunday school leader, participated in men’s Bible studies, always keeping Christ at the center of his life.

Jim and Glenda were blessed with two daughters: Candi (Ed) Bright and Amber (James)Kinder both of Carthage, Mo. He was a very proud girl dad, but nothing brought him more joy than his grandchildren: Grant (Kalyn) Irwin, Karlee (Jake) Beets, Clay Kinder, Carson Kinder, Chance Bright, Chandler Bright and Caroline Bright. Jim loved every moment spent with them especially watching them play their sports.

Jim is survived by his brothers Dean (Jan) Irwin, Gene (Pam) Irwin and Tony (Gail) Irwin, along with several nieces and nephews and many lifelong friends. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Memorial visitation for friends and family will be held at the Lighthouse, Carthage, Mo on Sunday, September 14, 2025 from 3:00 till 5:00 p.m.
Memorial graveside services will be at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, September 15, 2025 at The Avilla Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to The Bridge, A Christian Church, or the Missouri Veterans Home in Mt Vernon.

07/19/2025

Frieda Mae Davis

September 16, 1927 – July 17, 2025

Frieda Mae Davis was born on September 16, 1927, to Fred W. Fowler and Ona Mae (Brown) Fowler in the Forest Grove area near Lamar, Missouri.

She was a member of Forest Grove Baptist Church and was baptized in Pettit’s Creek near her childhood home.

Frieda graduated from Lamar High School in 1945 and was a 75year member of the Eminence Order of Eastern Star.

On her 18th birthday, September 16, 1945, she married the love of her life, Jule F. “Jude” Davis, in Girard, Kansas. Together they shared 56 wonderful years of marriage before his passing on June 11, 2001. They made their home in Jasper, Missouri, where they raised their two children and lived their entire adult lives.

Frieda passed away peacefully at the age of 97 in her Jasper home on July 17, 2025.

She is survived by her daughter, Judy (Davis) Martin of Carterville, MO; her son, Bob Davis of Jasper, MO; and two half-sisters, Shirley Fowler of Jefferson City, MO, and Mitzi (Fowler) Willey of Lamar.

She also leaves behind two grandchildren who loved her beyond measure, eight great-grandchildren, and ten great-great-grandchildren.

Frieda was loved by a large extended family and many close friends who adored her.

Frieda loved of cooking. She cooked for many family gatherings through the years that left everyone stuffed and smiling. She enjoyed sharing her cooking skills and recipes.

She lived a full and joyful life, enjoying good health until just recently.

Frieda will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

She had a lifelong love for dogs and always had a dog, and loved each one like family.

Frieda was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, 3 sisters, Margie Gardner- Gooding, Idaho- Juanita Stocker- Girard, Kansas, Wanda Gay Felts-Lamar, Missouri, and 1 brother, Fred Fowler Jr. - Lamar, Missouri and her son-n-law Lonnie Martin, Carterville, Missouri

Visitation will be held on Monday, July 21, at Weng Funeral Chapel from 6:00 to 7:00 PM
Graveside services will be conducted on Tuesday, July 22, at 1:00 PM at Lake Cemetery in Lamar, Missouri.

06/27/2025

Lela J Kelley went home to be with her Heavenly Father on June 24,2025 at the age of 98. She was born on October 4, 1926 to the late Levi Daniel Titus and Lucy Franzen.

Lela is preceded in death by her first love Raymond Mitchell, her second love Thomas Kelley, son Tommy Kelley, son-in-laws Otis Slade and Steve Carpenter and grandson Mark Appenzeller.

Lela is survived by her children Anna (Phil) Appenzeller, Louise (Henry) Rees, Jane (John) Ringleb, Linda Kelley, Lela (Larry) Kenney, Vickie Bowling, Peggy (Kenny) Zielinski, Pam (Jody) Woitas, Leslie (Reggi) Carpenter as well as grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great great grandchildren.

Lela enjoyed many things in her life here on earth including spending time with her kids, reading her books, putting puzzles together, and laughing at those pesky squirrels that refused to stay out of her bird feeders. We will never forget the look we all got when she’d catch us sneaking a fresh baked cookie from her stash.

Visitation
Friday, June 27, 2025
1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Weng Funeral Chapel,Inc.
605 South Main
Jasper, MO 64755

Graveside Service
Saturday, June 28, 2025
2:00 PM
Pleasant Grove Cemetery
4491 State Highway HH
Rogersville, Missouri 65742

06/15/2025

Evelyn M. Standhardt, 81 of Carthage, Missouri passed away Thursday, June 12, 2025 at Oak Pointe of Carthage. Evelyn was born on October 2, 1943 in Carthage, Missouri to Arthur Louis and Ione (Lorentzen) Standhardt. She had worked on the farm helping her Dad with the cattle. She had also worked at Steward’s Studio and Jasper Popcorn Company.

Evelyn leaves behind no survivors.

Graveside services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at Fasken Cemetery.

06/06/2025

Viola Ann Spangler, 85 of Carthage, Missouri passed away Thursday, June 5, 2025 at Freeman West Hospital, Joplin, MO. Viola was born on June 2, 1940 in Jasper County, Missouri to Milton and Thelma (Baker) Conway. Viola had worked many years at H.E. Williams in Carthage. Viola was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church in Carthage.

Viola was united in marriage to John Spangler on April 23, 1961.He preceded her in death on October 15, 2020. Survivors include two daughters, Wennonah Louden (Kenneth), and Deb Bailey (Dale), one stepson, Terry Spangler (Nancy), six grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, two sisters, and three stepchildren.

Graveside services will be held Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at Avilla Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Monday, June 9, 2025 from 6:00 to 7:00 p,m. at Weng Funeral Chapel, Jasper, MO. Burial will be in Avilla Cemetery.

05/27/2025

Carl ‘Dale’ Carter, 68 was born February 8, 1957 in Carthage, Mo. and passed May 23, 2025 in Lamar, Mo. He married Kathy Jane Onstott January 18, 1975. Together they had four children. Although they later separated, they remained friends. She survives.

Dale was like a cat with 9 lives. He continually challenged life. Throughout his life he struggled with substance abuse and all the trials that it brought. Even so, Dale was very likable and basically a good guy. He would give anybody the shirt off of his back. He was known to have the strength of Hercules and an unwavering faith in God.

Though his time was shortened by the health consequences of his addiction. Dale will never be forgotten. His absence will be deeply felt by his sons whom he had a close relationship with. Dale touched many lives and his memory will live on.

Dale had recently lost his beloved mother, Bessie Jones. He is survived by his father, Mack Carter, Neosho, Mo. Sister Kay Carter, Jasper, Mo., Brother Doug Carter, Diamond, Mo. Four children, Jenica Carter-Rush (Jeremiah) Dallas, Tx., Jessica Carter Jasper, Mo. Willie Carter, Lamar, Mo., and Jabeen Carter, Lamar, Mo. Seven grandchildren, Madison Rush, Dallas, Tx., Damian Markus, Carthage, Mo., Jaime Rush, Dallas, Tx., Maylee Rawlings, Lamar, Mo., Phinn Manko Jasper. Mo., Karma Carter Lamar, Mo., and Declan Carter Lamar, Mo

Visitation
Saturday, May 31, 2025
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Weng Funeral Chapel,Inc.
605 South Main
Jasper, MO 64755

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Graveside Service
Saturday, May 31, 2025
3:30 PM

Waters Cemetery
S.W. 90th Road
Jasper, MO 64755

05/07/2025

Bruce Wayne Lombard, 66, passed away Friday, May 2nd, 2025, at Mercy Hospital in Joplin, Missouri. He was born on June 12,1958 in Carthage, Missouri to Carl “Pete” Lombard and Doris Ann (Chrisman) Lombard. He was a long-time Carthage resident and worked at Flex-O-Lators for 42 years.

Bruce is survived by his mother, Doris Ann Lombard, one son Derek Lombard and his wife, Hayley, of Ashland, MO, one daughter Kelsey Lombard of Manhattan, KS, granddaughters Mae and Cora, of Ashland, KS, a brother Terry Lombard and wife Caryl of Louisburg, KS, nephew Justin Lombard and wife Jill of Leawood, KS and a niece Jana Moser and husband Patrick , Kansas City, MO. He is also survived by six great nieces, Madelyn, Vivienne, Annabelle, Alivia, Mavis, April and a great nephew Jonas along with many other family members. He was preceded in death by his dad, Carl “Pete” Lombard.

Bruce had a passion for hunting, fishing, bowling, playing & singing music, the KC Chiefs and his cowboy custom Chevrolet truck.

Bruce loved the Lord, studying the Bible and teaching Sunday School at Bethany Baptist Church. He was loved by all who knew him and had a servant’s heart.

Visitation will be held at the Weng Funeral Chapel, Jasper, MO on Monday, May 12, 2025 from 6:00 to 7:00 PM.

Funeral services will be held at Bethany Baptist Church on Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 10:30 AM.

04/27/2025

James Henry “Jim” Sneed, 77 of Lamar, Missouri passed away Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at Joplin Mercy Hospital. Jim was born on November 19, 1947 in Pittsburg, Kansas to Clarence Richard and Lois Mildred (Boggs) Sneed. Jim was a retired farmer and truck driver. He was a navy veteran serving in the Vietnam War. Jim was a member of Impact Faith Ministries.

Jim was united in marriage to Julia R***r on November 17, 1984. She survives of the home.

Graveside services will be held Monday, April 28, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at Nashville (MO) Cemetery.

04/04/2025

Una Marie Winans, 67 of Jasper, Missouri passed away on Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at Mercy Rogers Hospital in Rogers, Arkansas. Una was born on December 19,1957 in Vernon County, Missouri to Johnnie and Audrey "Fern"(Hites) Rutherford. She was a homemaker. Una graduated from Sheldon High School. She loved Church, singing, writing, crocheting, knitting, sewing, and the great outdoors, gardening, hunting and fishing. Una loved her family and friends. She will always be remembered for her positive outgoing nature. She never met a stranger.

Una was united in marriage to Leonard Winans Sr. on October 16, 1976. He preceded her in death on June 12, 2022. Survivors include , two sons, Leonard Winans Jr, and Justin Winans, one daughter, Rebecca Winans, grandchildren, Hunter, Trapper, Chayce, Aubrey, Archer, Jaxson, and Jasmyn Winans. She was preceded in death by her parents, Johnnie and Audrey Rutherford, husband, Leonard Winans Sr, two sisters, Twila Jeffcoat and Jona Rutherford, and grandson, Maverick Winans.

Memorial Service
Sunday, April 06, 2025
1:00 PM

Jasper Baptist Church
South Main Street
Jasper, Missouri 64755

03/27/2025

We are saddened to share that Paul Gene Cossey Jr., 88, of Carthage, Missouri, passed away on March 25, 2025, at home, after a long battle with cancer. Born on May 20, 1936, to Dick and Lois (Moreland) Cossey in Carthage, Paul was the oldest of two children. He built a strong, hardworking family rooted in love on their farm outside of Alba, Missouri.

Paul attended Garden Dell and Alba High School, following that he married his sweetheart, Norma Jean Smith, on February 28, 1953. He spent the next several years farming and running a Grade A dairy. During this time, he became a proud father to five children: Debbie, Randy, Linda, Terry, and Kelly. He instilled in them a strong work ethic, a love for the land, and a deep sense of family.

In 1976, Paul started working for Great Plains Pipeline, a job he truly enjoyed. Later, he transitioned to Harpole Construction, as a pipeline job supervisor. In 2016, he left life on the road to spend his remaining years at home with his loving wife, family, and farm.

Paul was a proud member of the Carthage Masonic Lodge, where he was a Master Mason for over 60 years. The values of brotherhood, integrity, and service that he embraced as a Mason were reflected in the way he lived his life—always lending a helping hand, sharing wisdom, and staying true to his word.

Paul Gene loved a good party and never missed a chance to gather with family and friends. He had a passion for farming and raised beef cattle right up until his passing, sharing that love with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. One of his favorite traditions was the annual pheasant hunting trip—an event he rarely missed—where family time and good memories were always guaranteed. Family was everything to Paul and Norma, and that legacy lives on through the yearly camping trips and loud, joyful holiday gatherings that continue to bring everyone together.

With a smile on his face and a crude joke always ready, Paul kept everyone on their toes and made sure no gathering was without laughter. His great-grandkids knew they could always count on "Poppy" to keep them stocked up on candy and soda pop while encouraging them to be as spoiled as possible. No one ever left his house without hearing him say, “Come back” and “take care of those kids.”

Paul is preceded in death by his parents; his beloved wife, Norma (Smith) Cossey; his son, Terry Cossey; and his brother-in-law, Elroy Jones.

He leaves behind his sister, Diane (Cossey) Jones; his son, Randy Cossey (Pam) of Carthage; three daughters, Debbie Lee (Gary) and Kelly Lee (Brent) of Carthage, and Linda Epperson (Rob) of Webb City, and a daughter-in-law, Teresa Cossey. He was blessed with many grandchildren: Gary Wayne Lee (Tresha), Carly Donn Webster, Karrie Jackson (Kyle), Randy Cossey (Stormi), Chance Lee (Stephanie), Dusty Epperson (Jess), Chelsey Hood (Chance), Dalton Cossey (Chyenne), Austin Cossey (Sara), Caitin Dewald (Jeff), and Taylor Cossey. His great-grandchildren include: Samantha and Tucker, Kierra and Corbin, Ashlynn, Brody, Zoiee, Harlee, Waylon, Carl, Avari, Case, Haven, Lili, Khross, Khrayton, Cedar, Summit, Harbor, and Paxton. He was also blessed with great-great-grandchildren: Corbyn, Berklee, Markus, Bexlee, and Elliee. Memorial contributions can be made to Fairview Friends Cemetery.
Visitation
Friday, March 28, 2025
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Graveside Service
Saturday, March 29, 2025
11:00 AM
Fairview Friends cemetery
Locust Road
Carthage, MO 64836

01/21/2025

Nita Ann (Fleish) Fitchpatrick of Jasper, MO passed away peacefully at her home on
January 17, 2025, following a several years long battle with dementia. Nita was born
January 19, 1938, to an independent Dutch immigrant, Murray, and a fiery red-headed
Texan, Ruby. Those qualities stayed with Nita her entire life. Nita’s entire childhood was
spent in Chester, PA. She was a caring big sister to her two younger brothers, Robert and
Richard, who both preceded her in death. Nita was a top student, an amazing athlete, and
had a deep love for caring for others. Nita graduated with an RN degree from Albert Einstein
Medical Center School of Nursing in Philadelphia, PA. Quite the popular student among
her peer group, she also acquired the nickname “The Whistler” which she lived up to for
many years...sharing that shrill whistle to call her children home in the evenings and to let
her children, and later grandchildren know that she was cheering them on from the stands
at whatever activity they were attending.
Nita met Clifford on a blind date while attending nursing school. They were married in 1959
while Clifford was still an active member of the US Navy. They lived in Chester, PA until
1969. Nita’s life took a “Green Acres” turn as she moved from being a city-girl to a very
rural lifestyle. She had to quickly adapt to being away from her own family and settling into
the communities of Carthage and Jasper, MO. Up to this point she not only didn’t have a
driver's license and certainly did not know North from South or East from West. Cattle, hay
equipment, and rural life in general was a challenge she took head-on beside her husband.
Nita and Clifford’s 64-year marriage was blessed with four children...Lisa (Clifford)
Methvin, Cliff (Kris) Fitchpatrick, Robyn (Chris) Dumm and Kim (Robert) Bausinger. Nita
went to school alongside her children for 20 years, serving as the school nurse. She made
a lot of lifelong friends while at Jasper School, treated a lot of students’ ailments, and
stayed on top of her own children’s school activities. For many of those years she wore
proper nursing attire, including a white uniform, cap and shoes. She was always a
professional, and always a caregiver at heart. Nita was an active member of the Jasper
Methodist Church teaching Sunday school, singing in the choir, serving on various
committees, or pitching in where needed.
Upon retirement, Nita and Clifford had more time to engage in other activities including
gardening, fishing, camping, lawn mowing, floor cleaning and most importantly being with
their children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. They spent countless hours on the
road, sitting in bleachers and being in auditoriums to support those children.
In her later years, health concerns had Nita taking care of Clifford and Clifford taking care
of Nita. As they became more homebound, the responsibilities flipped, and it became the
children’s turn to take care of the parents. After Clifford passed away in 2023, Nita required
full-time care as dementia began to take away the independence and fire that had always
been a part of her personality. As her memory dimmed, her heart and soul were filled with
a longing and visions of eternity with her Savior, Jesus, and being reunited with Clifford.
Although we cannot fill her earthly presence in our lives, we rejoice in knowing that
everything that had become so dim for her is now crystal clear again.
Nita is survived by five sisters-in-law (Jayne Fleish, Edie Fleish, Louella Fitchpatrick, Elene
Fitchpatrick and Delores Whitehead), her children, 11 grandchildren...Whitney (Josh)
Jackson, Brett (Ashton) Fitchpatrick, Laura (Cole) Lee, Marisa (Logan) Stump, Abby (Seth)
Minks, Rachel (Dan) Grimes, Cody Fitchpatrick, Brennan Battaglia, Blake (Sarah) Battaglia,
Bryce Battaglia, Benjamin Battaglia. She is also survived by 16 great-grandchildren Claire,
Josie, Faye, Lucy and Wilder Jackson, Campbell and Pierce Fitchpatrick, Zoe, Charlie and
Audley Lee, Alden, Ayla and Aura Stump, Jensen, Bridger and Lennie Minks, along with
numerous extended family members whom she dearly loved.
Visitation will be held Friday January 24 th, at the Jasper Methodist Church from 10-11am
with funeral service following. Graveside service will be at Mitchell Cemetery.
The family would like to extend a great amount of appreciation for those who invested in
the caretaking of Nita. In her honor, memorial contributions can be made to Compassus Hospice in care of Weng Funeral Chapel.

01/13/2025

Gale Lynn Knight, 72 of Carthage, Missouri passed away Friday, January 10, 2025 at his home. He was born on October 25, 1952 in Carthage, Missouri to John and Erma (Manka) Knight. Gale graduated from Jasper High School with the class of 1970 and was a farmer. He served many years on the Jasper R-5 school board. Gale was a member of the Mt. Moriah Methodist Church.

Survivors include , two sons, John Knight ( Carrie) and Gerald Knight (Marcie), two brothers, Cyrus Knight (Cid) and Willie Knight (Donna), and five grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, Becky Copeland, and Mary Knight, and one granddaughter, Kori Knight.

Graveside services will be held on Friday, January 17, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. at Fasken Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. , Thursday, January 16, 2025 at Weng Funeral Chapel, Jasper, MO

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