Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Sedalia, MO and surrounding areas
Mary Ruth Bengtson
Sep 28, 2025
Mary Ruth (Huls) Bengtson, age 86, passed away on September 28, 2025, in Rayville Missouri. She was born to Jefferson Huls and Laverna Doris (Spunaugle) Huls on June 10, 1939 and raised in Welch, Oklahoma.
She met Leon Bengtson at Clever convention in 1960 and they were married on August 3, 1961. They enjoyed 63 years together. They farmed in...
Randy Chi Smith
Sep 28, 2025
Randy Chi Smith, 72, of La Monte, MO, passed away on Sunday, September 28, 2025, at Boone Hospital Center in Columbia, MO. He was born on September 24, 1953, in Sedalia the son of Chi Albert Smith who preceded him death and Nancy Lee (Eaton) Smith, who resides in Sedalia.
He was united in marriage on September 16, 2004, to Deborah...
Irma L. Weyer
Sep 21, 2025
Irma L. Weyer, 102, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on September 21, 2025, at Good Samaritan Care Center in Cole Camp, MO. She was born on December 29, 1922, in Oberhausen, Germany.
Irma immigrated to Whiteman Air Force Base in Knob Noster, MO, from Germany in the early 1950s and became a U.S. citizen in 2004. She worked at Lamy's and...
Russell Allen Cooper
Sep 21, 2025
Russell "Allen" Cooper, 77, of Sedalia, MO, passed away at his home on September 21, 2025. He was born on June 19, 1948, in Sedalia, MO, to Otto and Mildred Cooper, both of whom preceded him in death.
On September 23, 1967, he married Nicola Kathleen Hayworth in Sedalia, MO, and she survives him.
Allen graduated from Smith-Cotton High School...
Kenneth Dale Venable
Sep 20, 2025
Kenneth "Kenny" Dale Venable, 74, of Warrensburg, MO, passed away on September 20, 2025, at his home in Warrensburg, Missouri. He was born on July 17, 1951, in Butler, MO, the son of Roy M. and Daisy M. Venable, who preceded him in death.
On January 8, 1982, in Whitesboro, TX, he was united in marriage to Barbara Howard, who resides...
Susan Dawn McMannama
Sep 19, 2025
Susan Dawn McMannama, 70, of Warsaw, MO, passed away on September 19, 2025, at her home. She was born on September 8, 1955, in Boonville, MO, to Leon and Gloria D. Snapp, both of whom preceded her in death.
On February 5, 2005, in Sedalia, MO, she married Alfred "Chris" McMannama Jr., who survives her.
Susan graduated from Smith-Cotton High...
Eldon Lee McClain
Sep 19, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Eldon Lee McClain, a loving son, devoted father, cherished grandfather, loyal friend, and proud veteran of the United States Army. He departed this life on Friday, September 19, 2025, at the age of 85.
Born on June 29, 1940, Eldon lived a life marked by service to his country, honesty, integrity, and a...
Edna Cleo Payne
Sep 18, 2025
Edna Cleo Payne, 85, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at her home. She was born on July 25, 1940, in rural Pettis County, MO, the daughter of Charley W. Shull and Mary (Mosby) Shull, who preceded her in death.
On November 22, 1981, in Sedalia, she was united in marriage to Wallace Gene Payne, who...
Marie Elena Webb
Sep 16, 2025
Marie Elena Webb, 83, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at Sylvia G. Thompson Residence Center in Sedalia. She was born on October 9, 1941, in Turtle Lake, ND, the daughter of Theodore and Dolly (Meyers) Anderson, who preceded her in death.
Marie devoted much of her life to caring for children. She worked for Kid...
Shirley Grace Ballew
Sep 14, 2025
Shirley Grace Ballew, 83, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Sunday, September 14, 2025, at University Hospital, in Columbia, Missouri.
A private graveside memorial gathering with family and friends will be held at Sunset Hills Cemetery, Warrensburg, MO, at a later date by the family.
Cremation arrangements are in the care of Rea Funeral Chapel.
Walter Lee Long
Sep 10, 2025
Walter Lee Long, 88, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 10, 2025.
He was born October 31, 1936, in Sedalia, the son of Walter G. Long and Martha (Pabst) Long, who preceded him in death.
On June 30, 1957, in Sedalia, Walter was united in marriage to Norma Jean Jeffries, who preceded him in death on September 27, 2020.
Walter...
Deloris Marriam Wade
Aug 28, 2025
Deloris "Dee" Marriam Wade, 82, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at her home surrounded by family.
She was born on August 9, 1943, in Sedalia, the daughter of John Robert Baldwin and Myrtle Kathryn (Otten) Baldwin, who preceded her in death.
On July 29, 1961, in Sedalia, Dee was united in marriage to the love of...
Ruth Elaine Russell
Aug 28, 2025
Ruth Elaine Russell, 100, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at E.W. Thompson Health and Rehab.
She was born October 7, 1924, in La Monte, MO, the daughter of Hugh Milton Price and Mary Ruth (Swift) Price, who preceded her in death.
On June 26, 1947, in La Monte, Ruth was united in marriage to the love...
Jean Marie Vogel
Aug 26, 2025
Jean (Jeannie) Marie Vogel (Holt), 68, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at Rest Haven Convalescent Nursing Home in Sedalia.
Jeannie exchanged vows with Jack Holt on October 13, 2024. He remained by her side faithfully until she passed away peacefully while holding his hand.
She is survived by two sons: Kenneth Wing (Melissa) of Newark,...
Henry Cowden Saddler
Aug 25, 2025
Henry Cowden "Buster" Saddler, 90, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Monday, August 25, 2025, at Bothwell Regional Health Center. He was born on October 4, 1934, in Castlewood, VA, the son of Henry W. Saddler and Agnes E. (Hall) Saddler, who preceded him in death.
On September 2, 1961, in Sedalia, MO, Buster married the love of his life, Rosann...
Sally Anne Long
Aug 22, 2025
Sally Anne Long, 88, of Sedalia, passed away on August 22, 2025, at her home in Sedalia. She was born on November 24, 1936, in London, England, the daughter of Patrick Stride and Nivienno (Carter) Stride, who preceded her in death.
On December 20, 1966, in Box Elder, South Dakota, she was united in marriage to James L. Long Sr., who...
Billy Gene Neff
Aug 20, 2025
Billy Gene Neff, 93, of Sedalia, Missouri, passed away on August 20, 2025, in Sedalia. Born on November 3, 1931, in Smithton, Missouri, Billy lived a long and meaningful life marked by service, hard work, and a deep commitment to his family and community.
Billy proudly served his country as a veteran of the United States Army during the Korean War...
Dennis J. Bunn Sr.
Aug 20, 2025
Dennis J. Bunn Sr., 67, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at his home in Sedalia.
There will be a celebration of life gathering with family and friends held at a later date.
Cremation arrangements are in the care of Rea Funeral Chapel, Sedalia.
Larry James Murphy Sr.
Aug 18, 2025
Larry James Murphy Sr., 79, of Sedalia, passed away on Friday, August 18, 2025, at his home. He was born on January 8, 1946, in Sheffield, England, to Albert James Murphy and Nora Lillian (Noble) Murphy, both of whom preceded him in death.
Larry attended Smith-Cotton High School and graduated with a G.E.D. He was an avid fan of the Kansas...
Carlyn J. Crawford
Aug 18, 2025
Carlyn J. Crawford, 92, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 18, 2025, at Sylvia G. Thompson Residence Center in Sedalia. She was born on February 25, 1933, in Pettis County, MO, the daughter of Willard Collins Sr. and Elizabeth (Arvieux) Collins, who preceded her in death.
On September 4, 1949, in Sedalia, she was united in marriage to...
Mary Ruth Bengtson
Sep 28, 2025
Mary Ruth (Huls) Bengtson, age 86, passed away on September 28, 2025, in Rayville Missouri. She was born to Jefferson Huls and Laverna Doris (Spunaugle) Huls on June 10, 1939 and raised in Welch, Oklahoma.
She met Leon Bengtson at Clever convention in 1960 and they were married on August 3, 1961. They enjoyed 63 years together. They farmed in...
Randy Chi Smith
Sep 28, 2025
Randy Chi Smith, 72, of La Monte, MO, passed away on Sunday, September 28, 2025, at Boone Hospital Center in Columbia, MO. He was born on September 24, 1953, in Sedalia the son of Chi Albert Smith who preceded him death and Nancy Lee (Eaton) Smith, who resides in Sedalia.
He was united in marriage on September 16, 2004, to Deborah...
Irma L. Weyer
Sep 21, 2025
Irma L. Weyer, 102, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on September 21, 2025, at Good Samaritan Care Center in Cole Camp, MO. She was born on December 29, 1922, in Oberhausen, Germany.
Irma immigrated to Whiteman Air Force Base in Knob Noster, MO, from Germany in the early 1950s and became a U.S. citizen in 2004. She worked at Lamy's and...
Russell Allen Cooper
Sep 21, 2025
Russell "Allen" Cooper, 77, of Sedalia, MO, passed away at his home on September 21, 2025. He was born on June 19, 1948, in Sedalia, MO, to Otto and Mildred Cooper, both of whom preceded him in death.
On September 23, 1967, he married Nicola Kathleen Hayworth in Sedalia, MO, and she survives him.
Allen graduated from Smith-Cotton High School...
Kenneth Dale Venable
Sep 20, 2025
Kenneth "Kenny" Dale Venable, 74, of Warrensburg, MO, passed away on September 20, 2025, at his home in Warrensburg, Missouri. He was born on July 17, 1951, in Butler, MO, the son of Roy M. and Daisy M. Venable, who preceded him in death.
On January 8, 1982, in Whitesboro, TX, he was united in marriage to Barbara Howard, who resides...
Susan Dawn McMannama
Sep 19, 2025
Susan Dawn McMannama, 70, of Warsaw, MO, passed away on September 19, 2025, at her home. She was born on September 8, 1955, in Boonville, MO, to Leon and Gloria D. Snapp, both of whom preceded her in death.
On February 5, 2005, in Sedalia, MO, she married Alfred "Chris" McMannama Jr., who survives her.
Susan graduated from Smith-Cotton High...
Eldon Lee McClain
Sep 19, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Eldon Lee McClain, a loving son, devoted father, cherished grandfather, loyal friend, and proud veteran of the United States Army. He departed this life on Friday, September 19, 2025, at the age of 85.
Born on June 29, 1940, Eldon lived a life marked by service to his country, honesty, integrity, and a...
Edna Cleo Payne
Sep 18, 2025
Edna Cleo Payne, 85, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at her home. She was born on July 25, 1940, in rural Pettis County, MO, the daughter of Charley W. Shull and Mary (Mosby) Shull, who preceded her in death.
On November 22, 1981, in Sedalia, she was united in marriage to Wallace Gene Payne, who...
Marie Elena Webb
Sep 16, 2025
Marie Elena Webb, 83, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at Sylvia G. Thompson Residence Center in Sedalia. She was born on October 9, 1941, in Turtle Lake, ND, the daughter of Theodore and Dolly (Meyers) Anderson, who preceded her in death.
Marie devoted much of her life to caring for children. She worked for Kid...
Shirley Grace Ballew
Sep 14, 2025
Shirley Grace Ballew, 83, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Sunday, September 14, 2025, at University Hospital, in Columbia, Missouri.
A private graveside memorial gathering with family and friends will be held at Sunset Hills Cemetery, Warrensburg, MO, at a later date by the family.
Cremation arrangements are in the care of Rea Funeral Chapel.
Walter Lee Long
Sep 10, 2025
Walter Lee Long, 88, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 10, 2025.
He was born October 31, 1936, in Sedalia, the son of Walter G. Long and Martha (Pabst) Long, who preceded him in death.
On June 30, 1957, in Sedalia, Walter was united in marriage to Norma Jean Jeffries, who preceded him in death on September 27, 2020.
Walter...
Deloris Marriam Wade
Aug 28, 2025
Deloris "Dee" Marriam Wade, 82, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at her home surrounded by family.
She was born on August 9, 1943, in Sedalia, the daughter of John Robert Baldwin and Myrtle Kathryn (Otten) Baldwin, who preceded her in death.
On July 29, 1961, in Sedalia, Dee was united in marriage to the love of...
Ruth Elaine Russell
Aug 28, 2025
Ruth Elaine Russell, 100, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at E.W. Thompson Health and Rehab.
She was born October 7, 1924, in La Monte, MO, the daughter of Hugh Milton Price and Mary Ruth (Swift) Price, who preceded her in death.
On June 26, 1947, in La Monte, Ruth was united in marriage to the love...
Jean Marie Vogel
Aug 26, 2025
Jean (Jeannie) Marie Vogel (Holt), 68, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at Rest Haven Convalescent Nursing Home in Sedalia.
Jeannie exchanged vows with Jack Holt on October 13, 2024. He remained by her side faithfully until she passed away peacefully while holding his hand.
She is survived by two sons: Kenneth Wing (Melissa) of Newark,...
Henry Cowden Saddler
Aug 25, 2025
Henry Cowden "Buster" Saddler, 90, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Monday, August 25, 2025, at Bothwell Regional Health Center. He was born on October 4, 1934, in Castlewood, VA, the son of Henry W. Saddler and Agnes E. (Hall) Saddler, who preceded him in death.
On September 2, 1961, in Sedalia, MO, Buster married the love of his life, Rosann...
Sally Anne Long
Aug 22, 2025
Sally Anne Long, 88, of Sedalia, passed away on August 22, 2025, at her home in Sedalia. She was born on November 24, 1936, in London, England, the daughter of Patrick Stride and Nivienno (Carter) Stride, who preceded her in death.
On December 20, 1966, in Box Elder, South Dakota, she was united in marriage to James L. Long Sr., who...
Billy Gene Neff
Aug 20, 2025
Billy Gene Neff, 93, of Sedalia, Missouri, passed away on August 20, 2025, in Sedalia. Born on November 3, 1931, in Smithton, Missouri, Billy lived a long and meaningful life marked by service, hard work, and a deep commitment to his family and community.
Billy proudly served his country as a veteran of the United States Army during the Korean War...
Dennis J. Bunn Sr.
Aug 20, 2025
Dennis J. Bunn Sr., 67, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at his home in Sedalia.
There will be a celebration of life gathering with family and friends held at a later date.
Cremation arrangements are in the care of Rea Funeral Chapel, Sedalia.
Larry James Murphy Sr.
Aug 18, 2025
Larry James Murphy Sr., 79, of Sedalia, passed away on Friday, August 18, 2025, at his home. He was born on January 8, 1946, in Sheffield, England, to Albert James Murphy and Nora Lillian (Noble) Murphy, both of whom preceded him in death.
Larry attended Smith-Cotton High School and graduated with a G.E.D. He was an avid fan of the Kansas...
Carlyn J. Crawford
Aug 18, 2025
Carlyn J. Crawford, 92, of Sedalia, MO, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 18, 2025, at Sylvia G. Thompson Residence Center in Sedalia. She was born on February 25, 1933, in Pettis County, MO, the daughter of Willard Collins Sr. and Elizabeth (Arvieux) Collins, who preceded her in death.
On September 4, 1949, in Sedalia, she was united in marriage to...
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