Ozark Memorial Park- Cemetery & Crematory

12/13/2025

Linda Lou Kinsch, 68, of Seneca, Missouri, passed away on December 11, 2025, after a battle with cancer. Born on May 12, 1957, in Miami, Oklahoma, Linda lived her life with unmistakable fire, strength, and a spirit that was entirely her own...

CremationsLinda Lou KinschLinda Lou Kinsch May 12, 1957 – December 11, 2025 Linda Lou Kinsch, 68, of Seneca, Missouri, passed away on December 11, 2025, after a battle with cancer. Born on May 12, 1957, in Miami, Oklahoma, Linda lived her life with unmistakable fire, strength, and a spirit that wa...

12/13/2025

Dale Handshumaker, age 84, passed away peacefully at his home on December 7, 2025. He was born at home on July 2, 1941, to Lloyd and Bernice (Nance) Handshumaker...

CremationsDale HandshumakerDale Handshumaker, age 84, passed away peacefully at his home on December 7, 2025. He was born at home on July 2, 1941, to Lloyd and Bernice (Nance) Handshumaker. Dale grew up in the Old Parker area and spent most of his life in Coffeyville, Kansas, later residing in Berni...

12/13/2025

Frederic Brooks Frerer, 73, of Duquesne (Joplin), Missouri, left us peacefully on November 30, 2025 close…to his loving wife and caring friends. A Jesus following man, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, friend, and teacher, “Good-Fred/Papou/Papa/Freddy,” will always be remembered for his giant, gentle, peaceful (yet, a bit of a rascal) spirit...

CremationsFrederic Brooks FrererFrederic Brooks Frerer, 73, of Duquesne (Joplin), Missouri, left us peacefully on November 30, 2025 close…to his loving wife and caring friends. A Jesus following man, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, friend, and teacher, “Good-Fred/Papou/Papa/Freddy...

12/08/2025

Judy Lee Moore was born in Dodge City, Kansas. One of eight Children and mother to three. She lived a Life fiercely brave and independent. On her own from the age of twelve , she was determined to live her life on her own terms...

CremationsJudy Lee Moore (Née Brock)Judy Lee Moore (Née Brock) July 28, 1948- Dec. 7, 2025 (77 years of age) Fairland Oklahoma Judy Lee Moore was born in Dodge City, Kansas. One of eight Children and mother to three. She lived a Life fiercely brave and independent. On her own from the age of twelv...

12/08/2025

Twyla “Tiny’ Doll Betebenner 87 passed away December 1st 2025 from Respiratory Complications at Mercy Hospital in Joplin Mo. at 9:00 P.M.
Twyla was born to John Jacob Doll and Elfie Mae “Curl Doll on July 21st 1938...

CremationsTwyla “Tiny’ Doll BetebennerTwyla “Tiny’ Doll Betebenner 87 passed away December 1st 2025 from Respiratory Complications at Mercy Hospital in Joplin Mo. at 9:00 P.M. Twyla was born to John Jacob Doll and Elfie Mae “Curl Doll on July 21st 1938. She was proceeded in death by her hu...

12/07/2025

We know that pets are truly family 🐾
and when it’s time to say goodbye, they deserve the same love, dignity, and care we give every family we serve. That’s why Ozark Memorial Park Cemetery & Crematory is now offering Pet Direct Cremation Services.

Our professional, high-quality service includes:
🐾 Pickup of your fur baby within a 45-mile radius
🐾 A beautiful cherry wood urn with space for your pet’s photo
🐾 A certificate of cremation
🐾 A comforting Rainbow Bridge poem
🐾 Fur clippings as a personal keepsake
🐾 A paw print impression to cherish forever

If you have any questions or would like to make arrangements, please call one of our Family Representatives. We are here to help you through every step with compassion and care. 💛🐾

12/03/2025

Marine (Muncy) Keating, a beloved wife, mother, sister, and aunt, passed away peacefully on November 25, 2025, at Joplin Gardens Nursing Home in Joplin, MO, at the age of 69...

CremationsMarine (Muncy) KeatingMarine (Muncy) Keating, a beloved wife, mother, sister, and aunt, passed away peacefully on November 25, 2025, at Joplin Gardens Nursing Home in Joplin, MO, at the age of 69. ​Born on December 26, 1955, in Aurora, Missouri, Marine was the daughter of the late Daniel...

12/02/2025

Wayne Edward Lown peacefully entered his eternal life with his Lord and Savior at home on November 21, 2025. He leaves behind his beloved wife of 45 years, Jana. Wayne was born on June 19, 1952, to Robert (Buster) and Mabel Lown in Carthage, Missouri...

CremationsWayne Edward LownWayne Edward Lown peacefully entered his eternal life with his Lord and Savior at home on November 21, 2025. He leaves behind his beloved wife of 45 years, Jana. Wayne was born on June 19, 1952, to Robert (Buster) and Mabel Lown in Carthage, Missouri. He was preceded in de...

12/02/2025

Paul Erickson of Grove, Oklahoma, passed away at home in his sleep on Wednesday, November 26, 2025. He was 70. Paul was born to Edwin and Marilyn (Gilvedt) Erickson on September 21, 1955 in Greenbush, Minesota...

CremationsPaul EricksonPaul Erickson of Grove, Oklahoma, passed away at home in his sleep on Wednesday, November 26, 2025. He was 70. Paul was born to Edwin and Marilyn (Gilthvedt) Erickson on September 21, 1955 in Greenbush, Minesota. He was an excellent athlete, lettering 5 years in baseball and 4...

12/02/2025

Charles Donald “Don” Wachtman passed away peacefully on November 10, 2025, at the age of 79.
Don was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma on August 9, 1946, to Chuck and Ruth Wachtman and grew up in Pawhuska, Oklahoma...

CremationsCharles Donald “Don” WachtmanCharles Donald “Don” Wachtman passed away peacefully on November 10, 2025, at the age of 79. Don was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma on August 9, 1946, to Chuck and Ruth Wachtman and grew up in Pawhuska, Oklahoma. He attended the University of Oklahoma before t...

12/02/2025

Brothers and sisters, family and friends, we gather here today to celebrate the life of Stephen Wayne Dye, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. Stephen was born on August 5, 1956, in Corona, California, and on November 26, 2025, at the age of 69, the Lord called him home in Joplin, Missouri...

CremationsStephen DyeBrothers and sisters, family and friends, we gather here today to celebrate the life of Stephen Wayne Dye, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. Stephen was born on August 5, 1956, in Corona, California, and on November 26, 2025, at the age of 69, the Lord...

12/02/2025

Joyce Delores Burton of Carthage, Mo., passed away peacefully in her sleep at 6:30 p.m. on Monday November 10, 2025. Joyce was born on October 24, 1937, in Carterville, Mo., to JD and Gladys (Call) Chidester. She was married to Franklin J. Burton on November 4, 1954, and had five wonderful children. She loved her children and many grandchildren and enjoyed spending as much time with them as she could. She will always be remembered as a loving wife, mother, sister and friend...

CremationsJoyce Delores BurtonJoyce Delores Burton of Carthage, Mo., passed away peacefully in her sleep at 6:30 p.m. on Monday November 10, 2025. Joyce was born on October 24, 1937, in Carterville, Mo., to JD and Gladys (Call) Chidester. She was married to Franklin J. Burton on November 4, 1954, an...