Thornhill-Dillon Mortuary

01/19/2026

Teddy Earline Howard, age 76, departed this life suddenly on Sunday, January 18, 2026, in the comfort of her home in Webb City, Missouri. She entered this life on May 28, 1949, in Red Bluff, California, the middle of three daughters born to the union of the late William Theodore "Ted" and Mearl Velt...

01/19/2026

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01/14/2026

To know Dana Swim is to love her, a radiant soul whose laughter was as infectious as her generosity, has taken her final bow under the big, bright sun she so adored. Born on a crisp autumn day on October 15, 1962 in the charming town of Hannibal, MO, Dana's journey through life was as vibrant and co...

12/25/2025

12/10/2025

Verlene Faye Davenport, age 85, formerly of Joplin, MO passed away at her home on Saturday, December 6, 2025 with her family by her side.

Verlene was born on May 22, 1940 in Hays, KS to the union of Verle and Velma (Forge) Gilbert. She graduated from High School in 1958. Life wasn’t easy for...

12/09/2025

Laura (Larkie) Craigmiles Esther
May 24, 1936 - December 2, 2025

~ Lovingly Written by the Family ~

Laura (Larkie) Craigmiles Esther of Joplin, Missouri and Garfield, Arkansas passed away peacefully at the age of 89 on December 2, 2025 surrounded by her family.

Larkie wa...

12/04/2025

Adolph Reginald Mueller, Jr., M.D., age 92, of Joplin, passed away on December 2, 2025. Born January 17, 1933, in St. Louis, Missouri, he moved to Leavenworth, Kansas, where his father was stationed with the U.S. Army when he was 9 years old. Preceding him in death were his father, Adolph R. Mueller...

12/03/2025

~ Lovingly Written by the Family ~

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Leona May Lujan (Swinford), who left us on December 2, 2025, at the age of 91. Leona was a vibrant, loving soul whose warmth, humor, and creativity made life brighter for everyone blessed to know her.
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11/20/2025

Lovingly Written by Family

James Michael Davidson April 11 1957 - November 13 2025

Jim didn't have much by way of processions, it was his choice - he sacrificed for his wife and family and expected nothing but love in return. He carried HIS treasures in his heart in each one of us an...

11/20/2025

Kelly Pullen, a cherished husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away on Saturday, November 15, 2025, in Joplin, Missouri. Born on June 18, 1974, in Omaha, Nebraska, Kelly's zest for life and his warm spirit left a lasting impression on all who knew him.

Kelly's journey through life wa...

11/05/2025

Velma Mae Stahl, loving wife, devoted mother, and respected entrepreneur, passed away peacefully on November 2, 2025, in her birthplace of Joplin, Missouri. She was born on May 20, 1941, to the late Chester and Olive Belle (Pickens) Carrico.

Velma was known for her work as a licensed beautic...