Cindra Jane Loree, 68, Caulfield, Missouri, passed away at 7:59 p.m., Monday, December 5, 2022, at Ozarks Medical Center.
She was born December 4, 1954, at Williamsport, Indiana, to Floyd Britton and Clara Woods Britton. On October 17, 1986, she was married at Bell, Missouri, to David Loree. Mrs. Loree was a veteran, having served with the United States Army. She was a loving wife and was a dedicated nurse.
She is survived by her husband, David Loree, Caulfield, Missouri; two children, Patricia Heskett and husband, Eddie, Millington, Tennessee and Cassie Loree, Portland, Oregon; two grandchildren, Danial Barnes, Atlanta, Georgia and Jason Shriver, Millington, Tennessee; four brothers, Richard Warren and wife, Carol, Hideaway, Texas, Floyd Britton, Jr. and wife, Judy, Cardwell, Missouri, William C. Britton and wife, Jill, Fredricktown, Missouri and Charles Edwin and wife, Rehna, Bell, Missouri; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Her parents, and one brother, James Henry preceded her in death.
Arrangements under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
A celebration of life for Hannah Lee Grisham, 22, West Plains, Missouri, will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Friday, December 9, 2022, at Trinity Worship Center in West Plains, Missouri
Ms. Grisham passed away at 12:46 p.m., Friday, December 2, 2022, at CoxHealth in Springfield, Missouri.
She was born October 28, 2000, at West Plains, Missouri, to Gary and Kim (Pate) Grisham. Hannah was a unique person who marched to the beat of her own drum. She was a great mother, and she was always trying to find ways to be an even better mother. Hannah loved her children very much.
She is survived by three children, five-year-old Emberly Grisham, three-year-old Renesmae Grisham, and seven-month-old Zepplelin Grisham, all of West Plains, Missouri; one brother, Sargon Morningstar and spouse, Finn, West Plains, Missouri; three sisters, Tifiny Swedensky and spouse, Charles, state of Virginia, Angelica Adelsberger and spouse, Brock, West Plains, Missouri, and Jamee Grisham, Springfield, Missouri; and nine nieces and nephews, including Myles and Maddox of West Plains, Missouri.
Memorial contributions may be made to Isabel’s House Crisis Nursery and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
A memorial service for Catherine Elizabeth Blackshire Fowler, known as Bettye to all, 95, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, December 10, 2022 at First Christian Church, West Plains, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mrs. Fowler passed away peacefully at the West Vue Sleepy Oaks home in West Plains, Missouri, on December 3, 2022.
Bettye was the younger of two daughters born to Cecil Earl Blackshire and Otilla Embry Blackshire on March 12, 1927. While most of her childhood was spent in Morrilton, she moved to Harrison for her junior year of high school, living with her older half-sister, Beryl Newman Murray. During her year in Harrison, Bettye began walking to school with a classmate who lived next door. And though they never dated in high school, her neighbor and walking partner, Marvin Fowler, would later become the man Bettye would walk through life with for 73 years of marriage.?Bettye returned to Morrilton for her senior year of high school, then obtained a degree in vocal music from Arkansas State Teacher’s College (now University of Central Arkansas) in Conway. While attending college she won the title of Miss Morrilton and competed in the Miss Arkansas pageant, where she captured first place in the talent portion of the competition singing Oscar Hammerstein’s then-popular “Indian Love Call.” Bettye loved to sing and to teach others to sing. After college, she taught vocal music in public school systems, first in Crossett, then in Van Buren. While teaching in Van Buren she and Marvin rekindled their relationship and married on June 20, 1949, just before Marvin’s final year of medical school at the University of Arkansas in Little Rock. After their 1954 move to West Plains, where Marvin started his medical practice, Bettye organized choral groups, taught young people to sing, and volunteered weekly at the West Vue Nursing Home, carrying in boxes of songbooks from her church, leading devotionals and singing hymns with West Vue’s elderly residents. She was a longtime member of the Curry Street Church of Christ, before joining the First Christian Church in West Plains where she sang in the choir until age 89. Bettye and Marvin raised three children, Richard, Robin, and Rex in a home they built on West 3rd Street in West Plains. Bettye was a passionate and competitive bridge player. She loved to organize bridge games at her home, and seemed to have a different brightly patterned jacket and matching pair of shoes to wear for every foursome. She enjoyed hosting dinner parties inside her home and in her backyard for friends and neighbors, Sunday School class members, her extended family, and for others she’d just met. Bettye cherished her friendships wherever she lived. These friends were deeply committed to her, even as her health deteriorated in her later years. Marvin, Richard, Robin, and Rex will forever be grateful to them. The family is also appreciative of the compassionate care Bettye received in the final years of her life from the caregivers at West Vue.
Bettye is survived by her husband and the love of her life, Marvin; their son and daughter-in-law, Richard Tilden Fowler and Barbara Roll Fowler of Fayette, Missouri; their daughter and son-in-law, Robin Elizabeth Fowler Lee and Rod Lee of Camano Island, Washington; their son, Rex Fowler of Hartford, Connecticut; son-in-law, James ‘Jim’ Mauer of St. Louis; five grandchildren, Ryan Fowler and his spouse, Emily, Tommy Mauer, Dane Fowler, David Mauer and his spouse, Kristin, Melanie Mauer, and two great-grandchildren, Cora Fowler and Bayleigh Fowler. Survivors also include two nephews and one niece, John Jeffrey Scroggin, William Earl Scroggin, and Phyllis Scroggin McKuin, along with their spouses, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
Bettye loved the children and family members of her sister, Billie Jeanne as if they were her own.
Visitation services will be held from 6:00 until 7:30 p.m., Friday, at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Burial will be in Howell Memorial Park Cemetery. The family requests that those who wish to make a memorial gift in Bettye’s name please consider the Martha Vance Samaritan Outreach Center, 715 Missouri Avenue, West Plains, MO 65775 (www.samaritanoutreachcenter.com) and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775. Online condolences may be expressed at www.robertsondrago.com.
“And Lord, haste the day when my faith shall be sight, the clouds be rolled back as a scroll; the trump shall resound, and the Lord shall descend – Even so, it is well with my soul!”
Funeral services for David Driskell, 74, Pomona, Missouri, will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, December 10, 2022 in the Langston Street Chapel of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mr. Driskell passed away at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, December 3, 2022, at his home.
He was born October 28, 1948, in Howell County, Missouri, to Virl and Lola May Driskell. On May 27, 1967, he was married at Independence, Iowa, to Linda Lou Straw, who preceded him in death on April 14, 2017. Mr. Driskell was a veteran, having served with the United States Army where he received the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service and Campaign Medals, and a Bronze Star. Before his retirement, David was a mechanic for International Harvester, Independence, Iowa, White Ford, Willow Springs, Missouri and Morlan-Shell Ford, West Plains, Missouri and was a cattle hauler for Hoover Farms of West Plains. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, 4-wheeling, truck and tractor pulling and spending time with family.
He is survived by two daughters, Schantel Smith and Melanie Reid, both of Pomona, Missouri; three grandchildren, Hailey and David Reid and Nora Elizabeth Reed; one brother, Larry Driskell and wife, Dixie, Tecumseh, Nebraska; five sisters, Arlean Szynskie, Tabor, Iowa, Irene Garrett, West Plains, Missouri, Eulah Marie Driskell, Illinois, Lucy Bjorgaard and husband, Dale, Pomona, Missouri and Linda Bloomquist, Maryville, Missouri; sisters-in-law, Nancy Driskell, Carol Miller and Donna Simmons; and many nieces and nephews.
His parents, wife, two infant brothers, two brothers, Junior and Dale Driskell, two sisters, Joyce Ahrens and Thelma Lanam, mother-in-law and father-in-law, Agnes and Ruben Straw, four brothers-in-law, Jerry Miller, Jeff Simmons, Jackie Garrett and Dan Ahrens, one sister-in-law, Ellen Driskell, preceded him in death.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., Friday, in the Langston Street Chapel of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Howell Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the family and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
Janet Marie Copeland, 82, West Plains, Missouri, passed away at 11:50 a.m., Saturday, December 3, 2022, at Ozarks Medical Center. Arrangements under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Barbara Cecelia Floyd, 60, West Plains, Missouri, passed away at 4:14 p.m., Wednesday, November 23, 2022, at her home. Arrangements under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Funeral services for Celia Belle Hart, 86, South Greenfield, Missouri, will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, December 5, 2022, in the Rose Chapel of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mrs. Hart passed away at 2:15 p.m., Sunday, November 27, 2022, at her home.
She was born March 10, 1936, at Bakersfield, Missouri, to Numie and Martha (Roberts) Provow. On May 5, 1955, she was married at West Plains, Missouri, to Willard E. Hart, who preceded her in death January 20, 2006. Mrs. Hart enjoyed baking, gardening, and her flowers. She loved her family, especially her grandkids, and enjoyed spending time with them. Mrs. Hart was of the Baptist faith.
She is survived by her daughter, Vickie Hughes and husband, David, South Greenfield, Missouri; two grandchildren, Crystal Golden and husband, Quinton, and Derrick Hopper and wife, Charley Jo; five great-grandchildren, Olivia, Mason, Alexis, Haidley, and Ryan; one brother, Roy Provow and wife, Mona; and two sisters-in-law, Beth Ledbetter and Kathryn Provow.
Her parents, husband, one sister, Allie Davidson, and four brothers, Erbie Provow, Franklin Provow, Eugene Provow, and Charly Provow, preceded her in death.
Mrs. Hart will lie in state from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Sunday, at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Burial will be at Howell Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer’s Association and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
Funeral services for Burvon Harley Owens, 92, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, December 4, 2022, at First Christian Church, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mr. Owens passed away at 4:50 p.m., Tuesday, November 22, 2022, at Mercy Hospital in Springfield, Missouri, where he had been receiving care following a fall on November 1st.
He was born on July 23, 1930, outside of Dora, Missouri, where his family farmed. He moved with his family to northwest Missouri when he was a teen, and made Shenandoah, Iowa, his home for over forty-five years of his adult life before relocating to Marshalltown, Iowa, and retiring to West Plains. It was in Shenandoah where he made a career and met his wife, Lola, with whom he celebrated seventy-three years of marriage on November 20th.
Survivors include his wife; daughter, Rebecca Burright and husband, David; son Bruce and partner, Jeff Lynn; grandson, Scott Burright; granddaughter, Jennifer Collister and husband, Josh; brother, Wayne and companion, Darlene Storz; sister, Wanda Noble and husband, John; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends.
He is preceded by his parents, Harley and Cloa (Martin), brothers, Doyle, Calvin, Flavol, Amon, and Benton, and sisters, Earney, Ellavee Cabeen, and Hazel Reavis. One other unnamed brother died hours after birth.
The services will be officiated by Pastor Rick Rutledge. In celebration of Burvon’s construction and woodworking skills, the family asks that memorial contributions be directed to Habitat for Humanity of West Plains. Those may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main,
Funeral services for Betty Darlene Briscoe, 86, Gravois Mills, Missouri, formerly of West Plains, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, December 1, 2022, in the Rose Chapel of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Ms. Briscoe passed away at 4:07 p.m., Thursday, November 24, 2022, at the home of her son.
She was born December 28, 1935, at West Plains, Missouri, to Troy and Bertha (Beach) Lane. She graduated from West Plains High School with the Class of 1953. Ms. Briscoe was a rural letter carrier for the United States Postal Service for eighteen years until her retirement in 1999. She enjoyed playing golf and traveling. Ms. Briscoe had been a member of First Baptist Church since 1946.
She is survived by two sons, Kirk Briscoe and wife, Cynthia, and Mark Briscoe and wife, Lori; eight grandchildren, Mitch, Kasey, Carissa, Mallori, Shelby, Carllie, Stefanie, and Melissa; and seventeen great-grandchildren, and another one on the way.
Her parents and half-brother, Michael Lane, preceded her in death.
Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., Thursday, at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Burial will be at Howell Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Ozarks Healthcare or First Baptist Church and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
Funeral services for Dennis Wayne Robinson, 54, Pottersville, Missouri, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, December 2, 2022, in the Langston Street Chapel of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mr. Robinson passed away at 7:00 p.m., Monday, November 21, 2022, at his home.
He was born August 1, 1968, at West Plains, Missouri, to Wayne Leroy Robinson and Vivian Sue Callahan. Mr. Robinson was a contractor. He loved to hunt and fish more than anything else. He enjoyed tinkering and collecting things. Mr. Robinson was always on the move. He loved the outdoors. But he loved his family more than anything, especially his grandchildren.
He is survived by his son, Rowdy Robinson and significant other, Autumn Tullos; two grandchildren, Lance and Addison; one sister, Carolyn Day; one nephew, Joshua; and one niece, Kourtney.
His parents and grandparents preceded him in death.
Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., Friday, in the Langston Street Chapel of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to any charity of choice and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
Graveside services for Charlotte Diane Bray, 60, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, November 30, 2022, at Howell Memorial Park Cemetery, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mrs. Bray passed away at 12:27 p.m., Tuesday, November 22, 2022, at her home.
She was born May 28, 1962, at West Plains, Missouri, to J.C. and Mary Ellen (Cook) Snethern. On July 11, 1998, she was married at West Plains, Missouri, to Gene Bray. Mrs. Bray enjoyed camping and fishing. She loved her family very much. Mrs. Bray was of the Baptist faith.
She is survived by her husband, Gene, of the family home; five stepchildren, Belynda Dawn Bray, Crystal Wilson, William Johnson, Ravin Hale, and Robyn Bray; fifteen grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; two brothers, Jeff Snethern and wife, Anita, and Curt Snethern; two sisters, Candie Holden and husband, Galen, and Crystal Courtney and husband, Trent; two uncles, J.B. Snethern and Gary Cook; and several nieces and nephews.
Her parents, son, Paul Marshall, Jr., niece, Kiara Holden, and sister-in-law, Tammy Deloris Snethern, preceded her in death.
Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Burial will be at Howell Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the family and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
Visitation services for Stephan William Johnson, 67, Caulfield, Missouri, will be held from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., Saturday, December 3, 2022 in the Rose Chapel of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mr. Johnson passed away Monday, November 21, 2022, at his home.
He was born October 22, 1955, at Kansas City, Missouri, to Willis Johnson and Mildred Cunningham Johnson. On December 4, 2014, he was married at Hodgson Mill, Dora, Missouri to Jennifer Hatcher. Mr. Johnson was a Veteran. Stephan loved his wife and children. He worked as a carpenter and enjoyed building things and working with his hands. Stephan loved to be outdoors and enjoyed fishing. He was a storyteller that woke up singing for anyone that would listen.
He is survived by his wife, Jennifer Johnson, of the family home; two children, Kerry Stevenson, Springfield, Missouri and Teresa Erhart and husband, William, Caulfield, Missouri; six step-children, Gauge Hanson, Columbia, Missouri, Amber Hanson, Caulfield, Missouri, Andrea Edgmon and husband, Stanley, Clarksville, Arkansas, Angela Wilkerson, Clarksville, Arkansas, Shannon Torell and wife, Stacey, Huntsville, Arkansas and Alaina Brott and husband, Erin, Clarksville, Arkansas; nineteen grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; one brother, Larry Johnson and wife, Jean, West Plains, Missouri; three sisters, Doris Seimears, Mount Vernon, Texas, Joyce King, West Plains, Missouri and Deborah Smith and husband, Wayne, Willow Springs, Missouri; and many nieces and nephews.
His parents and one step-son, Dillion Hanson preceded him in death.
Memorial contributions may be made to any charity of choice and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
Graveside services for James Randall Slavings, 76, Caulfield, Missouri, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 23, 2022 at Amy Cemetery, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mr. Slavings passed away at 9:26 a.m., Sunday, November 20, 2022, at his home.
He was born November 11, 1946, at Hayti, Missouri, to James Henry Slavings and Vertie Rosetta Mitchell Slavings. On January 10, 1970, he was married at Bridgman, Michigan, to Margerite Cleland; it was a cold, snowy day. Mr. Slavings was a veteran, having proudly served in the United States Navy as Boatswain’s Mate Third Class June 1965 – April 1969. He worked at Bendix in St. Joe, Michigan for a number of years. He was a lifetime member of the Bayou Mason Lodge No. 365 and served as Treasurer from 2009 – 2021.
He is survived by his wife, Margerite Slavings; two daughters, Colleen Hensley and husband, Dwayne and Marian Luna and husband, Brad; three grandchildren, Amanda Taylor and husband, Halsey, Lucas Hensley and wife, Jamie and Skylar Luna and wife, Courtney; three great-grandchildren, Jenaca and Judd Hensley and Haddie Mae Taylor; special friend, Gavin Pearson; four brothers, Slim Slavings and wife, Diane, Carl Slavings and wife, Debbie, Steve Slavings and Robert Slavings and wife, Gina; one sister, Linda Evans; one sister-in-law, Elaine Slavings; one brother-in-law, Terry Cleland; and several nieces and nephews.
His parents, one granddaughter, Charlotte Marie Luna, one brother, Alvin Slavings, his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Robert and Ozella Cleland, sisters-in-law, Karen Slavings and Emma Cleland, brothers-in-law, Clifton Evans and Douglas Cleland, preceded him in death.
The family would like to extended their sincerest heartfelt thanks to Dr. Roylance and Dr. Martin for the exceptional management of James’ medical needs and to his wonderful hospice team, especially Lisa, Boomer and Roberta; we will never forget how each of you bonded and cared for our loved one, “Pinky Promise.” Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
Sandra Kay (Goss) Griffin, 70, Dora, Missouri, passed away at 8:03 p.m., Saturday, November 19, 2022, at Baxter Regional Medical Center.
She was born October 24, 1952, at Kansas City, Missouri, to Hancel (Pete) Griffin and Rosella Ruble Griffin. Sandra had worked in billing at Ozarks Medical Center and volunteered at Heaven’s Creatures Thrift Store. She enjoyed making floral arrangements. Sandra loved her family.
She is survived by her children, Joe Goss and Hope Hodge and Patty Goss and Jeremy Armstrong, all of West Plains, Missouri; three grandchildren, Koree Pendergrass and husband, Trevan, Kaden Lee and Kyle Lee and wife, Hailey; three great-grandchildren, Talon Pendergrass, Madilynn Pendergrass and Greyson Lee; one brother, Doyle Griffin, Plad, Missouri; and several nieces and nephews.
Her parents, one granddaughter, Abigayl, two sisters, Ethel Griffin and Norma Hammer, one brother, Lloyd Eugene Griffin and one sister-in-law, Barbara Griffin preceded her in death.
Memorial contributions may be made to Heaven’s Creatures Thrift Store and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 W. Main St., West Plains, MO 65775.
Graveside services for Bonnie Lea Hawkins, 97, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, November 27, 2022, at Oak Lawn Cemetery, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Ms. Hawkins passed away at 5:30 p.m., Saturday, November 19, 2022, at Brooke Haven Healthcare.
She was born August 9, 1925, at Gainesville, Missouri, to Millard Langston and Alta (Ingram) Amyx. She graduated from West Plains High School. Ms. Hawkins was employed by West Plains Bank for a number of years, retiring from there. She was a Christian and attended First Christian Church. Ms. Hawkins loved her family very much.
She is survived by three children, Jack Hawkins and wife, Judy, West Plains, Missouri, Jim Hawkins and wife, Karen, West Plains, Missouri, and Ed Hawkins, West Plains, Missouri; seven grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.
Her parents, one daughter, Mickey Hawkins, and one grandson, Andrew Hawkins, preceded her in death.
Burial will be at Oak Lawn Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to any charity of choice and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
Amaryllis June Kell, 88, West Plains, Missouri, passed away at 10:14 a.m., Thursday, November 10, 2022, at NHC Healthcare. Arrangements under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Funeral services for Brian Stephen Morris, 57, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, November 19, 2022 at South Fork Community Church, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mr. Morris passed away at 7:35 p.m., Monday, November 14, 2022, at his home.
He was born March 3, 1965, at West Plains, Missouri, to Steve Morris and Jeanna Harper Morris. On November 21, 1987, he was married at West Plains, to Ann Long. Brian loved his kids and grandkids. He also loved horses and enjoyed riding. Brian was a prankster and loved telling big stories. He was a custodian at South Fork School, a job he enjoyed; he was very caring and loved all the children. Mr. Morris was a member of South Fork Community Church.
He is survived by his wife, Ann Morris; two children, Kelsey Morris (Dylon Hollowell) and Kourtney Baker (Daniel); four grandchildren, Judah Hollowell, Gracie, Wyatt and Gus Baker; his parents, Steve and Jeanna Morris; one brother, Mike Morris and wife, Deanna; mother-in-law, Linda Long; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Kirk and Makiah Long; several nieces and nephews; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.
His father-in-law, Marvin Long, preceded him in death.
Visitation services will be held from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., Friday in the Langston Street Chapel of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Burial will be in the South Fork Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to South Fork Cemetery and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
Daniel Leroy Harris, 69, Alton, Missouri, passed away at 11:23 a.m., Friday, November 11, 2022, at his home.
He was born March 13, 1953, at West Plains, Missouri, to Leroy Harris and Rachel Barnett Harris. On November 3, 1972, he was married at Royal Oak, Missouri, to Gloria Blankenship. Mr. Harris worked as a quality controller at DRS. Daniel enjoyed hunting and loved his dog, Scruffy. He was retired Military and was a proud Mason. Mr. Harris attended Royal Oak Freewill Baptist Church.
He is survived by his wife, Gloria Harris, of the family home; three children, Mike Harris and spouse, Tony, Forsyth, Missouri, John Harris and spouse, Norma, State of Oklahoma and Mark Harris and spouse, Lisa, Royal Oak, Missouri; nine grandchildren, Alex, Matthew, Joseph, Victoria, Deidra, Jon, Abby, Devin and Trey; eight great-grandchildren; two brothers, Virgil Harris and spouse, Sue Ann, State of Colorado and George Harris and spouse, Cindy, West Plains, Missouri; and several nieces and nephews.
His parents and one sister, Carolyn Sue Cherry, preceded him in death.
The family will hold a private memorial service at a later date. Arrangements under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
A private graveside service for Norma Jeanne Wagoner, of West Plains, was held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, November 14, 2022, at Oak Lawn Cemetery in West Plains, Missouri, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Pastor David Ball presided. She was laid to rest next to her husband, Dixon Edward Wagoner, whom she married on August 8, 1948.
Mrs. Wagoner died Wednesday morning, November 9, 2022, at Mercy Hospital in Springfield, Missouri. She was 93. She had been an invalid at West Vue Nursing Center for several years.
Known by her middle name, Jeanne, Mrs. Wagoner was born on December 12, 1928, to Olive May (Hunter) Kentner and Fred Earl Kentner. She was the loving mother of two daughters, Dianne Martin and husband, Frank L. Martin III, of Peace Valley, and Dixi Jensen and husband, Howard Jensen, of Galena. She was the grandmother of Traci Wright, Fordland, and John Michael Melvin and wife, Brook, Olathe, Kansas. Mrs. Wagoner had four great-grandchildren: Zack Wright, Springfield; Ali Wright, Marshfield; and Brady and Baylee Melvin, Olathe, Kansas.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, a sister, Kathryn Piper, and a brother, Kenneth E. Kentner. Mrs. Wagoner loved the Lord, her family, her church, her friends, and her country, and was thankful for every blessing she received in life. She was a member of First Baptist Church in West Plains.
Graveside services for Helen (Sylvia) Counts, 91, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, November 17, 2022 at Dry Creek Cemetery, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mrs. Counts passed away at 3:20 a.m., Tuesday, November 8, 2022, at Brooke Haven Healthcare.
She was born February 20, 1931, at Bellingham, Washington, to Edwin Baker and Wilhelmina (Alma) England Baker. On February 19, 1949, she was married at Mountain Grove, Missouri, to Dwight Vance Counts, who preceded her in death on April 23, 2006. Sylvia graduated from Willow Springs High School in 1949. She was employed at Conway Winters for forty-three years. She has played violin and harmonica since the age of three and played with local musicians and musical entertainers until the age of ninety. She was a woman blessed with many talents. Sylvia was a Christian and was of the Baptist faith. She will be missed by many as she now embarks on her final journey to be with those whom have gone on before her in their “Heavenly Home” with God.
She is survived by one daughter, Judy (Counts) Wesley and husband, John, Willow Springs, Missouri and Ramona, California; two sons, Rob Counts and wife, Missy, Raytown, Missouri and Tim Counts, Springfield, Missouri; twelve grandchildren; and nineteen great-grandchildren.
Her parents, husband of fifty-eight years, Dwight Counts, one daughter, Barbara Counts, two grandsons and two brothers, James Baker and Roy Baker, preceded her in death.
Visitation services will be held from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.