Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries for Sedalia, MO and surrounding areas

Edward Joseph Bode

Edward Joseph Bode

Nov 6, 2024

Edward "Joe" Bode, 78, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at the University of Missouri Hospital in Columbia, MO. He was born on December 13, 1945, in Jefferson City, MO, the son of Cletus Bernard Bode and Margaret Ann (Roling) Bode, who preceded him in death.

On September 13, 1969, in Olathe, KS, he was united in...

Randall Dean Stevenson

Randall Dean Stevenson

Nov 6, 2024

Randall Dean Stevenson, 71, of Sedalia, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at Bothwell Regional Health Center in Sedalia. He was born on January 10, 1953, in Sedalia, the son of Everett E. and Mary E. (Swope) Stevenson, both of whom preceded him in death.

Randy, as he was known to friends and family, was a proud graduate of...

Larry Dean Kreisel

Larry Dean Kreisel

Nov 5, 2024

Larry Dean Kreisel, 75, of Sedalia, passed away Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at Bothwell Regional Health Center surrounded by family. He was born May 23, 1949, in Warsaw, MO, one of twelve children of August F. "John" and Mary Edna (Davis) Kreisel.

Larry entered the Navy after high school and served on the USS Lexington until 1969. He returned home and...

Sheryl Ann Williams

Sheryl Ann Williams

Nov 3, 2024

Sheryl Ann Williams, 66, of Sedalia, MO, peacefully passed away on Sunday, November 3, 2024, at Fair View Nursing Home. Born on September 14, 1958, in Sedalia, she was the beloved daughter of Clarence Edgar Newell and Judith Ann (Huggins) Newell, who both preceded her in death.

A proud graduate of Smith-Cotton High School in 1976, Sheryl spent her early years...

Mary Frances Alkire

Mary Frances Alkire

Nov 2, 2024

Mary Frances Alkire, 64, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 2, 2024, in Sedalia. She was born on August 24, 1960, in Leavenworth, KS, to Irvin Fredrick Thompson and Margaret A. (Welch) Thompson, who both preceded her in death.

On April 6, 2019, Mary was united in marriage to Billy Ray Alkire, who survives her at their home...

Anna V. Bizyayeva

Anna V. Bizyayeva

Nov 1, 2024

Anna V. Bizyayeva, 65, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Friday, November 1, 2024, at her home in Sedalia. She was born on May 30, 1959 in Baku, Azerbadgan, Russia the daughter of Vasiley Bizyayeva and Pheadosiy (Uklaena) Bizyayeva, who preceded her in death.

Survivors include a son, Vladimir Bizyayev of Boynton Beach, Florida, and a sister, Luda Oskolsky of Sedalia.

In...

Anita Jo Busker

Anita Jo Busker

Oct 30, 2024

Anita Jo Busker, 88, of Wagoner, OK, formerly of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on October 30, 2024, at her daughter's home in Wagoner. Born on July 24, 1936, in Sedalia, she was the cherished daughter of Norman William and Fern Louise (Brownfield) Bottcher, both of whom preceded her in death.

On October 1, 1955, Anita married, Freddie Eugene Busker, who...

Dennis Ray Nicholson

Dennis Ray Nicholson

Oct 28, 2024

Dennis Ray Nicholson, age 71, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2024, at The Living Center in Marshall, MO. Born on April 11, 1953, in Sedalia, he was the son of Gerald and Katheryn (Jones) Nicholson, both of whom preceded him in death.

A proud graduate of La Monte High School, Class of 1971, Dennis dedicated his career...

Carol Ann Brown

Carol Ann Brown

Oct 26, 2024

Carol Ann Brown, 72, of Sedalia, MO, peacefully passed away at her home on Saturday, October 26, 2024. Born on September 24, 1952, in Sedalia, she was the beloved daughter of Wyatt and Imogene (Jones) Jackson, both of whom preceded her in death.

On July 25, 1981, Carol was united in marriage to Charles Brown, who continues to reside in their...

Grace Lamoine Hesterlee

Grace Lamoine Hesterlee

Oct 26, 2024

Grace L. Hesterlee, 94, of Lenexa, KS, formerly of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at Homestead Assisted Living in Lenexa. Born on January 21, 1930, in Mulvane, KS, she was the beloved daughter of Clarence Neal and Ruby (Braley) Eakins, both of whom preceded her in death.

On January 25, 1953, Grace was united in marriage...

Carol Ann Houston

Carol Ann Houston

Oct 21, 2024

Carol Ann Houston, 88, of Sedalia, MO, peacefully passed away on Monday, October 21, 2024, at Golden Age Living Center in Stover, MO. Born on December 19, 1935, in Beaman, MO, she was the cherished daughter of Roy Pollard Wood and Bertha Gertrude (Fischer) Wood, both of whom preceded her in death.

On April 2, 1954, Carol united in marriage to...

Brian Doyle Brockman

Brian Doyle Brockman

Oct 19, 2024

Brian Doyle Brockman, 55, of La Monte, MO, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 19, 2024, at the Kansas City Hospice House in Kansas City, MO. Born on November 23, 1968, in Columbia, MO, he was the beloved son of the late Larry Earl Brockman Sr. and Daisy E. (Baker) Brockman.

On November 25, 1988, Brian married his cherished wife, Deanna...

Richard Paul Eckhoff

Richard Paul Eckhoff

Oct 17, 2024

Richard Paul Eckhoff, 67, of La Monte, MO, passed away on October 17, 2024, at the University of Missouri Hospital in Columbia. Born on April 4, 1957, in Pontiac, IL, he was the beloved son of Arthur Clarence Eckhoff and Marilyn Jean (Brown) Eckhoff, both of whom preceded him in death.

On July 24, 2003, Richard married the love of his...

Gayline Rae Leafty

Gayline Rae Leafty

Oct 16, 2024

Gayline "Rae" Leafty, 80, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on October 16, 2024. Born on August 25, 1944, in Montpelier, ID, she was the beloved daughter of Leo and Leona (Robison) Weaver, who preceded her in death.

On May 12, 1966, Rae married George David Leafty in Salt Lake City, UT. Together they built a life filled with love and...

Gregory Joseph Wolfe

Gregory Joseph Wolfe

Oct 15, 2024

Gregory Joseph Wolfe, 68, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at Four Season Living Center, in Sedalia.

A graveside memorial service will be announced by the family at a later date.

Melinda "Rusty" Joy Eckles

Melinda "Rusty" Joy Eckles

Oct 12, 2024

Melinda "Rusty" Eckles, 72, of Sedalia, MO, lovingly embraced by her family, passed away peacefully at home on October 12, 2024. Born on February 11, 1952, in Sedalia, she was the cherished daughter of Barney and Jean Taylor, who welcomed her into the heavens.

Rusty was united in marriage to her beloved husband, Carl "Shorty" Eckles, on August 18, 1973, at...

Dennis Michael Diak

Dennis Michael Diak

Oct 11, 2024

Dennis Michael Diak, 62, of Otterville, MO, peacefully passed away on October 11, 2024, at SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital in Jefferson City, MO. Born on March 27, 1962, in Fulton, NY, he was the cherished son of Edward and Rose Diak, who preceded him in death.

On October 5, 2019, Dennis married the love of his life, Patricia Bateman, in...

Timothy Ray Warnock

Timothy Ray Warnock

Oct 10, 2024

Timothy Ray Warnock, 59, of Sedalia, MO, passed away at The University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas on Thursday, October 10, 2024. Timothy was born on May 10, 1965, in Cincinnati, Ohio, the son of Harold Ray Warnock and Thelma Jean (Underwood) Warnock, who preceded him in death.

On July 02, 2005, in Kansas City, MO, he was united...

Virginia Louise Harms

Virginia Louise Harms

Oct 9, 2024

Virginia Louise Harms, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away at the age of 101 on October 9, 2024, at Good Samaritan Care Center in Cole Camp, MO. A longtime resident of Sedalia, MO, she was a shining light in the lives of all who knew her.

Born in Lincoln, MO, on December 18, 1922, Louise was the daughter of...

Sharon Kay Nothwehr

Sharon Kay Nothwehr

Oct 9, 2024

Sharon Kay Nothwehr, 67, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, at E.W. Thompson Health and Rehabilitation Center in Sedalia. She was born on October 18, 1956, in Independence, MO, the daughter of Russell Dee Tunis and Dorothy Louise (Clark) Tunis, who preceded her in death.

On November 10, 1973, She was united in marriage to Danny Dean...

Edward Joseph Bode

Edward Joseph Bode

Nov 6, 2024

Edward "Joe" Bode, 78, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at the University of Missouri Hospital in Columbia, MO. He was born on December 13, 1945, in Jefferson City, MO, the son of Cletus Bernard Bode and Margaret Ann (Roling) Bode, who preceded him in death.

On September 13, 1969, in Olathe, KS, he was united in...

Randall Dean Stevenson

Randall Dean Stevenson

Nov 6, 2024

Randall Dean Stevenson, 71, of Sedalia, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at Bothwell Regional Health Center in Sedalia. He was born on January 10, 1953, in Sedalia, the son of Everett E. and Mary E. (Swope) Stevenson, both of whom preceded him in death.

Randy, as he was known to friends and family, was a proud graduate of...

Larry Dean Kreisel

Larry Dean Kreisel

Nov 5, 2024

Larry Dean Kreisel, 75, of Sedalia, passed away Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at Bothwell Regional Health Center surrounded by family. He was born May 23, 1949, in Warsaw, MO, one of twelve children of August F. "John" and Mary Edna (Davis) Kreisel.

Larry entered the Navy after high school and served on the USS Lexington until 1969. He returned home and...

Sheryl Ann Williams

Sheryl Ann Williams

Nov 3, 2024

Sheryl Ann Williams, 66, of Sedalia, MO, peacefully passed away on Sunday, November 3, 2024, at Fair View Nursing Home. Born on September 14, 1958, in Sedalia, she was the beloved daughter of Clarence Edgar Newell and Judith Ann (Huggins) Newell, who both preceded her in death.

A proud graduate of Smith-Cotton High School in 1976, Sheryl spent her early years...

Mary Frances Alkire

Mary Frances Alkire

Nov 2, 2024

Mary Frances Alkire, 64, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 2, 2024, in Sedalia. She was born on August 24, 1960, in Leavenworth, KS, to Irvin Fredrick Thompson and Margaret A. (Welch) Thompson, who both preceded her in death.

On April 6, 2019, Mary was united in marriage to Billy Ray Alkire, who survives her at their home...

Anna V. Bizyayeva

Anna V. Bizyayeva

Nov 1, 2024

Anna V. Bizyayeva, 65, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Friday, November 1, 2024, at her home in Sedalia. She was born on May 30, 1959 in Baku, Azerbadgan, Russia the daughter of Vasiley Bizyayeva and Pheadosiy (Uklaena) Bizyayeva, who preceded her in death.

Survivors include a son, Vladimir Bizyayev of Boynton Beach, Florida, and a sister, Luda Oskolsky of Sedalia.

In...

Anita Jo Busker

Anita Jo Busker

Oct 30, 2024

Anita Jo Busker, 88, of Wagoner, OK, formerly of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on October 30, 2024, at her daughter's home in Wagoner. Born on July 24, 1936, in Sedalia, she was the cherished daughter of Norman William and Fern Louise (Brownfield) Bottcher, both of whom preceded her in death.

On October 1, 1955, Anita married, Freddie Eugene Busker, who...

Dennis Ray Nicholson

Dennis Ray Nicholson

Oct 28, 2024

Dennis Ray Nicholson, age 71, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2024, at The Living Center in Marshall, MO. Born on April 11, 1953, in Sedalia, he was the son of Gerald and Katheryn (Jones) Nicholson, both of whom preceded him in death.

A proud graduate of La Monte High School, Class of 1971, Dennis dedicated his career...

Carol Ann Brown

Carol Ann Brown

Oct 26, 2024

Carol Ann Brown, 72, of Sedalia, MO, peacefully passed away at her home on Saturday, October 26, 2024. Born on September 24, 1952, in Sedalia, she was the beloved daughter of Wyatt and Imogene (Jones) Jackson, both of whom preceded her in death.

On July 25, 1981, Carol was united in marriage to Charles Brown, who continues to reside in their...

Grace Lamoine Hesterlee

Grace Lamoine Hesterlee

Oct 26, 2024

Grace L. Hesterlee, 94, of Lenexa, KS, formerly of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at Homestead Assisted Living in Lenexa. Born on January 21, 1930, in Mulvane, KS, she was the beloved daughter of Clarence Neal and Ruby (Braley) Eakins, both of whom preceded her in death.

On January 25, 1953, Grace was united in marriage...

Carol Ann Houston

Carol Ann Houston

Oct 21, 2024

Carol Ann Houston, 88, of Sedalia, MO, peacefully passed away on Monday, October 21, 2024, at Golden Age Living Center in Stover, MO. Born on December 19, 1935, in Beaman, MO, she was the cherished daughter of Roy Pollard Wood and Bertha Gertrude (Fischer) Wood, both of whom preceded her in death.

On April 2, 1954, Carol united in marriage to...

Brian Doyle Brockman

Brian Doyle Brockman

Oct 19, 2024

Brian Doyle Brockman, 55, of La Monte, MO, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 19, 2024, at the Kansas City Hospice House in Kansas City, MO. Born on November 23, 1968, in Columbia, MO, he was the beloved son of the late Larry Earl Brockman Sr. and Daisy E. (Baker) Brockman.

On November 25, 1988, Brian married his cherished wife, Deanna...

Richard Paul Eckhoff

Richard Paul Eckhoff

Oct 17, 2024

Richard Paul Eckhoff, 67, of La Monte, MO, passed away on October 17, 2024, at the University of Missouri Hospital in Columbia. Born on April 4, 1957, in Pontiac, IL, he was the beloved son of Arthur Clarence Eckhoff and Marilyn Jean (Brown) Eckhoff, both of whom preceded him in death.

On July 24, 2003, Richard married the love of his...

Gayline Rae Leafty

Gayline Rae Leafty

Oct 16, 2024

Gayline "Rae" Leafty, 80, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on October 16, 2024. Born on August 25, 1944, in Montpelier, ID, she was the beloved daughter of Leo and Leona (Robison) Weaver, who preceded her in death.

On May 12, 1966, Rae married George David Leafty in Salt Lake City, UT. Together they built a life filled with love and...

Gregory Joseph Wolfe

Gregory Joseph Wolfe

Oct 15, 2024

Gregory Joseph Wolfe, 68, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at Four Season Living Center, in Sedalia.

A graveside memorial service will be announced by the family at a later date.

Melinda "Rusty" Joy Eckles

Melinda "Rusty" Joy Eckles

Oct 12, 2024

Melinda "Rusty" Eckles, 72, of Sedalia, MO, lovingly embraced by her family, passed away peacefully at home on October 12, 2024. Born on February 11, 1952, in Sedalia, she was the cherished daughter of Barney and Jean Taylor, who welcomed her into the heavens.

Rusty was united in marriage to her beloved husband, Carl "Shorty" Eckles, on August 18, 1973, at...

Dennis Michael Diak

Dennis Michael Diak

Oct 11, 2024

Dennis Michael Diak, 62, of Otterville, MO, peacefully passed away on October 11, 2024, at SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital in Jefferson City, MO. Born on March 27, 1962, in Fulton, NY, he was the cherished son of Edward and Rose Diak, who preceded him in death.

On October 5, 2019, Dennis married the love of his life, Patricia Bateman, in...

Timothy Ray Warnock

Timothy Ray Warnock

Oct 10, 2024

Timothy Ray Warnock, 59, of Sedalia, MO, passed away at The University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas on Thursday, October 10, 2024. Timothy was born on May 10, 1965, in Cincinnati, Ohio, the son of Harold Ray Warnock and Thelma Jean (Underwood) Warnock, who preceded him in death.

On July 02, 2005, in Kansas City, MO, he was united...

Virginia Louise Harms

Virginia Louise Harms

Oct 9, 2024

Virginia Louise Harms, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away at the age of 101 on October 9, 2024, at Good Samaritan Care Center in Cole Camp, MO. A longtime resident of Sedalia, MO, she was a shining light in the lives of all who knew her.

Born in Lincoln, MO, on December 18, 1922, Louise was the daughter of...

Sharon Kay Nothwehr

Sharon Kay Nothwehr

Oct 9, 2024

Sharon Kay Nothwehr, 67, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, at E.W. Thompson Health and Rehabilitation Center in Sedalia. She was born on October 18, 1956, in Independence, MO, the daughter of Russell Dee Tunis and Dorothy Louise (Clark) Tunis, who preceded her in death.

On November 10, 1973, She was united in marriage to Danny Dean...