Obituaries

Geraldine Fay “Gerry” Barbeau
Geraldine Fay “Gerry” Barbeau, 64, of Eagle Rock, Mo., passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at Mercy Hospital Aurora in Aurora, Mo.

Renee “Mimi” Baldwin
Renee “Mimi” Baldwin —also known as Mimister, NayBob, Mama Llama, best friend, Babe, and Mama—graced the earth with her legendary presence July 30, 1970. The beloved daughter of Chalk and Ginger Baldwin, Renee made her mark on the world in a way that will not soon be forgotten.

Heather Kay Carter
Heather Kay Carter, 48, of Harrison, Ark. passed away Sunday, March 15, 2026 at her home.

Jessica Renea Eardley
Jessica Renea Eardley, 49, of Berryville, Ark. passed away Friday, March 20, 2026, at Mercy Hospital in Berryville, Ark.

Janet Kay “Jan” Jabben
Janet Kay “Jan” Jabben, of Parsons, Kan., passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2026.

Don Francis King
Don Francis King, 88, of Cassville, Mo. passed away Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at Mercy Hospital Cassville.

Ruth Ann Price
Ruth Ann Price, 72, passed away on February 20, 2026, with her loving daughter, Emily, and John, her son-in-law, beside her in Albuquerque, NM.

Lee Ona Prier
After a full and wonderful life, Lee Ona Prier was welcomed into her heavenly home on March 20, 2026. She was at home, surrounded by her family, and lived 83 years marked by kindness, love, and warmth. She was always easygoing and never met a stranger.

Donald Lee “Don” Cooper
Donald Lee “Don” Cooper, 89 of Shell Knob, Mo. passed away Wednesday, March 11, at his home.

Patricia Karen “Patti” Doyle
Patricia Karen “Patti” Doyle, 75, of Branson, Mo., passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, surrounded by family after enduring multiple health issues.


