Obituaries

Johnny Lee “John” Cole, age 75, of Exeter, Missouri passed away Friday, July 14, 2023, at Cox Medical Center South in Springfield, Missouri surrounded by his family. He was born June 26, 1948, in Cassville, Missouri the son of Garr and Blanche (Hulett) Cole.

James E. “JR” Riordan, 53, of Eagle Rock, Mo.

Ricky Lynn Sinclair, 60 of Rogers passed away July 5, 2023, at Mercy Hospital in Rogers. He was born November 10, 1962, in Cassville, Missouri, the son of Richard and Mary Deans Sinclair. Ricky had a very successful career in Enterprise Corporate Security working for several tech giants. A few of the things that Rick loved to do were cycling, workouts, exercising, and spending time with family and friends at the lake or at poolside. As a parting gift to those he left behind, Rick’ wishes to be an organ donor were realized and there are many recipients who will have a second chance or a better life now.

William “Ty” Tyron Gregory Brown, 59, of Cassville, Mo. passed away Monday, July 3, 2023, at Joplin Health and Rehabilitation Center in Joplin, Mo.

Laveta Beatrice Dabbs McCloud, 88, of Rocky Comfort, Mo., passed away peacefully Thursday, June 29, 2023, in Monett, Mo. She was born May 28, 1935, in Seneca, Mo.

Howard Lee “Howie” Wallace, 91, of Holiday Island, Ark. passed away Friday, June 30, 2023, at his home.

Faye Willis Parker passed away July 3rd, 2023. She was born in Wheaton, Mo.

Mary Jean Burns, 60, of Granby, Mo. passed away Thursday, June 22, 2023, at her home.

Alice Allene (Rateliff) Leverich, 79, passed away on June 25, 2023. She was born on November 4, 1943, in Hope, Ark., the daughter of Alonzo and Lois Jean (Smith) Rateliff.

Stephen Blaine Williams Sr., 74, of Cleveland, Ga. passed away Wednesday, June 7, 2023, after a short battle with lung cancer.