Obituaries

A memorial service for Deana Gleghorn, 98, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, August 23, 2025, in the Sanctuary at First United Methodist Church with visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m.   

Mrs. Gleghorn passed away at 10:42 p.m., Thursday, August 14, 2025, at Brooke Haven Healthcare.

She was born June 8, 1927 in the Peace Valley and White church area. Deana was the daughter of the late John and Gladys Bennett Stein. Deana graduated from West Plains High School. On June 5, 1949 she was married to Robert Gleghorn at the First United Methodist Church in West Plains, Missouri.

She is survived by two sons: Stephen Gleghorn and special friend Cheryl Howell, Regina Gleghorn and their children, London Gleghorn, and husband Bryan Pantazo, Dalton Gleghorn and wife, Rose and their children Meghara and Morrison, and Kevin Gleghorn and wife Kelly and their children, Amy Sanders and husband, Steve and their children Forrest, Avery, and Grayton and Chad Gleghorn and wife, Kendra and their son, Landry; one sister-in-law, Patti Stein,  several nieces, nephews and cousins, and her devoted sister in Christ, Joy Ross.

Her parents, husband, and one granddaughter, Tana Justine Gleghorn preceded her in death.

Memorial contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church or West Plains Public library, and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 W. Main St., West Plains, Missouri. 

Mona Lee Simoneau, 71, West Plains, Missouri, passed away at 2:07 a.m., Sunday, August 10, 2025, at NHC HealthCare.

She was born March 20, 1954, at St. Louis, Missouri, to Elbert Ellis Turnbull and Wilma Ruth Gentry Turnbull Ulrich.  Mona graduated from Liberty High School, Mountain View, Missouri in 1972.  She enjoyed reading and loved to cook.

She is survived by her husband, Danny Simoneau, Sr., West Plains, Missouri; two step-children, Danny Simoneau, Jr., State of Texas and Jennifer Bradshaw and husband, Robbie, State of Arizona; and one aunt, Mary Coffey. 

Her parents, step-father, Lewis Ulrich, grandparents, Larry and Agnes Gentry, cousin, Russell Coffey and two uncles, Donald and Gene Gentry, preceded her in death.  

Arrangements under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.

A memorial service for Margaret Beane, 83, West Plains, Missouri, will be held from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 Noon, Monday, August 18, 2025, in the Rose Chapel at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. 

Mrs. Beane passed away peacefully Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at her home.

She was born April 30, 1942, in Deming, New Mexico. Margaret was one of eleven children. She was a graduate of West Plains High School in West Plains, Missouri, and later earned her registered nursing degree at SMSU. She married Collett Beane of West Virginia and had four children while traveling with her husband during his time in the Armed Forces. After his retirement from the military the family settled back in West Plains to raise their family. Margaret worked for Marathon Electric for many years before deciding to pursue her lifelong dream of nursing at the age of 50. She remained in nursing for many years working until she was 80 years old. Marge had many loves besides nursing. She was a lady of many talents and hobbies. She loved painting, ceramics, sewing, gardening, searching for arrowheads, and being a Grandma! If you knew her, her children or her grandchildren then you probably have one of her Christmas ornaments hanging from your tree. She was loved by all who knew her and will be deeply missed! To know Marge was to love her. She was definitely one of a kind!

She is survived by her four children, Sherri Wood of Longview, Texas, Randy and Kelly Beane of Oxford, Alabama, Michael Beane of West Plains, Missouri and Robbie and Katie Beane of St. Louis Missouri; five grandsons Blake and Kellee Beane of Burleson, Texas, Jeremiah and Grace Comstock of Midlothian, Texas, Joshua Comstock of West Plains, Missouri, Dakota and Taylor Beane of Oxford, Alabama and Jordan Beane and Macy Mitchell of Oxford Alabama; seven great-grandchildren, Xara and Lorcan Comstock, Raynee and Bodie Beane, Baylor Beane, Nora and Addie Beane and Caleb Beane;  two sisters, Linda Andrews and Lynette Saunders; one brother, Melvin Marcak; and many nieces and nephews.

Margaret was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph Marcak and Louise Frerich, five brothers Robert Marcak, Joe Marcak, Bennie Marcak, George Marcak and Howard Marcak, and two sisters, Helen Perkins and Judy Hudlow.  

Graveside services for Bessie Ruth Chappell, 95, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, August 16, 2025, at Cureall Cemetery, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. 

Ms. Chappell passed away Monday, August 11, 2025, at West Vue Nursing Center.

She was born January 26, 1930, at Cureall, Missouri, to Walter Jackson Chappell and Bertha Houser (Cook) Chappell.  Ms. Chappell’s mother died when she was 18 months old.  Her uncle and aunt, Bill and Vira Chappell moved in to help her father with four children until their death.  Aunt Vira taught the girls to cook, clean, raise a garden and can.  After her death the three girls had to do these things on their own with the oldest girl being only 12 years old.  Bessie graduated from Bakersfield High School in 1949 and went on to graduate from Draughn’s Business School, Springfield, Missouri.  After moving to Kansas City, she attended Rock Hurst College.  Ms. Chappell was a personnel secretary for various companies in Kansas City, Missouri.  After her retirement, she became bored and started a second career as a checker at Wal-Mart.  After returning to West Plains, she continued her work at Wal-Mart until she was nearly eighty years old.  Ms. Chappell was a member of First Baptist Church.

She is survived by three nieces, Connie Davidson and husband, Jim, West Plains, Carolyn Warden and husband, Larry, Ferguson, Missouri and Linda DeVaul, West Plains; and many great-nieces and great-nephews. 

Her parents, two sisters and one brother, Lee R. Cook and wife, Lorene, Ruby Baxter and husband, Hobert and Opal Collins and husband, Floyd, two nieces and one nephew, Gary Collins, Cathy Hawkins and Betty Sue Cook, preceded her in death.  

Memorial contributions may be made to Cureall Cemetery, and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 W. Main St., West Plains, Missouri.

Funeral services for Robert William (Bill) Stewart, 81, Pottersville, Missouri, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, August 15, 2025, at Union Grove General Baptist Church, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. 

Mr. Stewart passed away peacefully Saturday, August 9, 2025, at Ozarks Healthcare.

He was born October 22, 1943, in Norfork, Arkansas, to Howard and Ruby (Killian) Stewart, and grew up knowing the value of hard work, resourcefulness and always lending a hand when someone needed it.  On September 25, 1976, Bill married the love of his life, Rita (Fox) Stewart.  For nearly 49 years, they built a life full of love, laughter and simple joys – from raising their family to enjoying popcorn dates and evenings on the porch.  Bill spent most of his working life in construction, where his skill and work ethic earned the respect of everyone who knew him.  He also enjoyed driving a school bus for Fairview School for many years.  He loved gardening, working puzzles, reading old westerns and putting his ingenuity to work finding creative ways to fix just about anything.  In earlier years, he enjoyed riding his motorcycle.  One of his favorite recent accomplishments was finishing a remodel with Josh, a project they were proud to complete together.  Bill was a man of few words, but his grin – especially when watching his grandkids or sharing a laugh, spoke louder than anything he could say.  He served faithfully as a deacon at Union Grove General Baptist Church, leading with kindness, humility and generosity.  Bill will be remembered for his steady presence, his quiet strength and the way his smile lit up around those he loved most.  His legacy will live on through the family he cherished and the many lives he touched. 

Bill was a proud dad to Joshua Riley Stewart and wife, Rachel, and to his late son, Jeremiah Stewart.  He was “Papa” to Jakob Stewart and wife, Montanna, Symin Stewart and fiancée, Kynslee Burgess and Sheppard Stewart – and he was over the moon about meeting his first great-grandson, Tommie Stewart, due soon to Jakob and Montanna.  He is also survived by his brother, Dick Stewart, and sisters-in-law, Norma Stewart and Linda Sanders. 

His parents, one infant son, Jeremiah Stewart, in-laws, Virginia and Allen (Dall) Fox and one brother, Fred Stewart, preceded him in death.  

Visitation will be held from 1:00 until 2:00 p.m., Friday, at Union Grove General Baptist Church.  Burial will be in Union Grove Cemetery.  Memorial contributions may be made to Union Grove Cemetery, and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 W. Main St., West Plains, Missouri. 

Graveside services for Ellis David Brewer, 87, Siloam Springs, Arkansas, formerly of West Plains, will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, August 16, 2025, at Union Grove Cemetery, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.

Mr. Brewer passed away Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at Siloam Springs, Arkansas.

He was born March 23, 1938, in Gainesville, Missouri, to Mildred and Henry Brewer; he was one of eight children. He was known to most by his middle name, David. David was married in West Plains, Missouri, to Christine Downen. He and Christine had one daughter together, Heather. Ellis had two other daughters, Linda and Sharon, and three stepdaughters, Charlene, Cylene, and Carlene. Ellis had a passion for cars, fishing, and spending time with his grandchildren. He and Christine were longtime members of First Baptist Church in West Plains, Missouri, where they ministered to others by serving in the nursery. They also enjoyed spending time together camping and gardening, and David particularly enjoyed eating the vegetables and the goodies that Christine canned from the garden. David worked many years at the West Plains Shoe Factory, and retired from Missouri State University-West Plains as a member of the maintenance team. Ellis had sixteen grandchildren and several great-grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife, Christine, two children, Heather Mulford and husband John, and Sharon Bacon and husband John; fifteen grandchildren; his siblings, Don Brewer, Edith Little and Elsie Morgan; three stepdaughters and their families; and several nieces and nephews.

His parents, three brothers, Ed, Earl, and Everett Brewer, one sister, Evelyn Correll, one daughter, Linda, and one grandson, Jerrod, preceded him in death.

Your prayers and support for our family through this time is much appreciated. Memorial contributions may be made to Northwest Arkansas Circle of Life Hospice and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.

A memorial service for Joan Opal Vaughan, 81, Spokane, Missouri, formerly of West Plains, will be held from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., Thursday, August 14, 2025, in the Rose Chapel at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. 

Mrs. Vaughan passed away at 10:08 p.m., Monday, July 28, 2025, at her home.

She was born March 22, 1944, at Moody, Missouri, to Emlis Clayton (Mike) Strickland and Grace Opal Deatherage Strickland.  On April 6, 1963, she was married at Moody, Missouri, to Harold Dee Vaughan, who preceded her in death on April 15, 2025.  Joan was a hairdresser for many years in West Plains.  She loved doing hair and sewing.

She is survived by two children, Sherri Foster and husband, Kenny, Spokane, Missouri and Rodney Vaughan, Province Town, Massachusetts; one granddaughter, Stephanie Waltrip and husband, James, Springfield, Missouri; two great-grandchildren, Charley and Jack Waltrip; two step-grandchildren, Tanner and Dylan Foster; four step-great-grandchildren, Hayden, Briar, Finley and Montgomery Foster; four sisters, Hope  Heselton, West Plains, Faith Wilson, West Plains, Missouri, Doan Vaughan and husband, Howard, West Plains and Virgie McCannon and husband, Marion, Liberty, Missouri; and many nieces and nephews. 

Her parents, husband, three brothers, James, Clayton and Raymond Strickland and one sister, Lela Langston, preceded her in death.  

Memorial contributions may be made to Mercy Integrity Hospice, and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 W. Main St., West Plains, Missouri. 

Beverly Jane Somerville, 90, West Plains, Missouri, passed away at 4:00 p.m., Monday, August 4, 2025, at Brooke Haven Healthcare. 

She was born November 1, 1934, at Randolph, Vermont, to Jasper Harrington and Alberta (Bert) Hacket Harrington.  In January, 1955, she was married at San Diego, California, to George t. Somerville, who preceded her in death in 2016.  Beverly was a member of Mt. Pisgah Church in Cabool, Missouri for nine years.

She is survived by two children, Judy Grantham and husband, Robert (Sonny), Cabool, Missouri and Scott T. Somerville and wife, Lana, Helena, Montana; six grandchildren; fourteen great-grandchildren; one sister, Joan Kenison and husband, Marshall (Peanut), Sharon, Vermont; one sister-in-law, Ruth Harrington, N. Pomfert, Missouri; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Her parents, husband, two brothers, Richard and Dwayne Harrington and one sister, Marilyn Rhoads, preceded her in death.  

Arrangements under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.

Funeral services for Verdon Ray Warren, 88, Pomona, Missouri, will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, August 12, 2025, in the Rose Chapel at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. 

Mr. Warren passed away at 9:58 a.m., Sunday, August 3, 2025, at his home.

He was born March 16, 1937, at Dawt, Missouri, to Oda Warren and Nellie Adams Warren.  On January 19, 1957, he was married at West Plains, Missouri, to Mildred Barks.  Mr. Warren loved farming, antique tractors and loved going to the sale barn every week.  He was a farmer for over sixty years.  He served on the Board of Directors at MFA Oil and Mid-America Dairy, he was a Gideon, a member of the West Plains Industrial Park Board as well as serving his community as the fire chief of Pomona Fire Department for over twenty years.  Mr. Warren was a member of Calvary General Baptist Church for forty-nine years where he had served as a Deacon.

He is survived by his wife, Mildred Warren, of the family home; four children, Patricia Wright and husband, Robert, Independence, Missouri, Brenda Danforth and husband, Fred, Little Rock, Arkansas, Kermit Warren and wife, Theresa, Laquey, Missouri and Beverly Broyles; seven grandchildren, Moses Wright, Bonnie Wright, Rebecca Farnham, Lisa Martinez, Chrissy Danforth, Joseph Bruno and Nicholas Bruno; two step-grandchildren; eight step-great-grandchildren; one step-great-great-grandchild; and one brother, Verl Warren, Mountain Home, Arkansas. 

His parents, one grandson, Andrew Terrell and three sisters, Vernie Evans, Ernie Warren and Zella Killion, preceded him in death.  

Visitation will be held from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., Monday, August 11, 2025, at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.  Burial will be in Howell Memorial Park Cemetery.  Memorial contributions may be made to Shriners Hospitals for Children, and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 W. Main St., West Plains, Missouri. 

A memorial service for Danny Gene Peterson, 78, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, August 10, 2025, at Langston Street Chapel of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. 

Mr. Peterson passed away at 5:23 a.m., Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at his home.

He was born December 12, 1946, at West Plains, Missouri, to Eugene and Helen Hoglen Peterson.  Danny married his high school sweetheart, Barbara Easley on June 3, 1967, in West Plains.  The couple grew their family, adding two children, Angie and Jason.  Danny was a member of the National Guard, serving from 1967 to 1974.  Danny was employed by the International Shoe Company for twenty-nine years before joining his dad to open Eugene Peterson Auto Sales.  During his time at the “shoe factory”, Danny accepted Jesus as his savior, after long conversations with a work friend, Duane Flood.  At the car lot, Danny and his dad, Gene, created a place for racers and car enthusiasts to get together and talk all things racing.  Danny was an expert mechanic fixing everything from classic cars to sewing machines.  Many friendships were developed working on race cars at the lot.  He loved his pit crew members, especially Dick Peterson and Butch Batesel.  He was most known for his time as a racer.  He raced stock cars and late models locally, the #71 car, from 1961 to 2015.  He was the first recipient of the “Legends of Dirt” honor awarded by Legit Speedway.  He won hundreds of races and was a regional legend.  In his free time, Danny enjoyed traveling with his family, spending weekends at the lake, listening to live music, tinkering with cars and riding his motorcycle.  His laughter was infectious and his family couldn’t help but laugh with him.  He loved dogs, especially his Doberman Pinchers.  He and Barbara’s poodle, Toby, provided great companionship in his final years.  Danny was a member of United Freewill Baptist Church.

He is survived by his wife of fifty-eight years, Barbara; his daughter, Angie Garner and husband, Jimmy; his son, Jason Peterson and wife, Rachel; four grandchildren, granddaughters Brady Sharp and husband, James and Ashton Garner and partner Dennis and grandsons Ethan Garner and fiance’ Heather and Lawson Peterson and wife, Haylie; four great-grandchildren, Norah, Brooks, Laynie and Walker; sisters-in-law, Pat Ford and Ginger Peterson; three nephews, Derrick Blackburn and wife, Kris, Shayne Peterson and wife, Renetta and Shawn Peterson and partner, Denise; one niece, Brittney Stanley and husband, Will; and a host of other family and friends, including best friends, Kenny and Judy Hanshaw. 

His parents, his wife’s parents, Hubert and Fern Easley and his brother, Dick Peterson, preceded him in death.  

The family would like to thank Hospice Compassus for their exceptional care, especially Austin, Roberta and Leslie.

 Memorial contributions may be made to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for  Parkinson’s Research or  United Freewill Baptist Church of West Plains building fund, and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 W. Main St., West Plains, Missouri. 

A memorial service for Willis Coy Mushrush, Jr., 74, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, August 11, 2025, in the Rose Chapel at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. 

Mr. Mushrush passed away Monday, July 28, 2025, at Ozarks Healthcare.

He was born February 16, 1951, at Bakersfield, California, to Willis Coy Mushrush and Ruby Belle Joyce Mushrush.  On February 27, 1999, he was married at Eureka Springs, Arkansas, to Lisa Keaster.  Mr. Mushrush loved playing music, he started his first band at the age of 12.  He loved helping the community, his friends and the college.  He loved his family and always put them first.

He is survived by his wife, Lisa Mushrush; eight children, Nathan Callahan, Heather Callahan, Erin Phillips, Zackary Wilmoth, Jacob Wilmoth, Daustin Luck, W. Chandler Mushrush and Nicholas Mushrush; several grandchildren; one brother, Jack Eugene Mushrush; his uncle, Bill Joyce and wife, Mary Ann; one niece, Courtney Jacobson; and many cousins. 

His parents and one uncle, Bobby Jack Joyce, 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 W. Main St., West Plains, Missouri. 

Funeral services for Beverly Ann Cope, 79, Republic, Missouri, Missouri, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, August 2, 2025, in the Rose Chapel at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. 

Mrs. Cope passed away Thursday, July 24, 2025, at Cox South Medical Center, Springfield, Missouri.

She was born November 9, 1945, at West Plains, Missouri, to Lonzo Haring and Rachel Louise Jolliff Haring.  On April 15, 1961, she was married in West Plains, to John Cope.  Beverly was a hairdresser for many years, a career that she loved.  She enjoyed watching and feeding birds. She loved flowers, the color yellow and enjoyed watching home shopping shows, especially QVC.  Beverly always wanted to look her best, including hair and jewelry.  Mrs. Cope loved her family and her husband.

She is survived by her husband of sixty-four years, John Cope, of the family home; one son, Mike Cope and wife, Lisa, Republic, Missouri; four grandchildren, Brittany Morris and wife, Mindi Schlinm, Ozark, Missouri, Layce Rockholm and husband, Gregory, Springfield, Missouri, Jordan Garcia and husband, Bryan, Springfield, Missouri and Ashlywn Cope, Springfield, Missouri; six great-grandchildren, Shelby, Blake, Avery, Everleigh, Conan and Ronin; one brother, Bob Haring and wife, Kelli, Rogersville, Missouri; one sister, Jan Welch, Jonesboro, Arkansas; and several nieces and nephews. 

Her parents and two sisters, Betty and Gail, preceded her in death.  

Visitation will be held from 1:00 until 2:00 p.m., Saturday, at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.  Burial will be in Howell Memorial Park Cemetery.  Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 W. Main St., West Plains, Missouri.

A memorial service for Arlene Nancy Durrett, 88, West Plains, Missouri, will be held Saturday, August 30, 2025 from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m., at Grace’s Place, 530 Fletcher Terrace, West Plains, Missouri. 

Mrs. Durrett passed away Sunday, July 13, 2025, at her home. 

She was born January 26, 1937, at Sacramento, California, to Allen and Edith Sparry Whitney.  On November 23, 1956, she was married at Carson City, Nevada, to Herbert O. Durrett, who preceded her in death on March 8, 1972.  Arlene loved people and enjoyed talking with others.  She loved the Lord and was passionate in doing mission work.  She served the Lord in Rescue Mission in San Francisco, The Lord’s Land, Albian, California and Bridges for Peace in Jerusalem.  Mrs. Durrett was a member of Covenant Reformed Church of West Plains.

She is survived by two children, Michele Morton and Christine Chan and husband, Edward, all of West Plains; four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; one brother, Lewis Whitney and wife, Linda, Sacramento, California; and eight nieces and nephews. 

Her parents, husband and one granddaughter, Lynda Logue, preceded her in death.  

Memorial contributions may be made to Bridges for Peace, and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 W. Main St., West Plains, Missouri.

Funeral services for Leroy Cameron, 89, Viola, Arkansas, will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at Moody Church of Christ, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. 

Mr. Cameron passed away at 4:43 p.m., Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at Baxter Medical Center, Mountain Home, Arkansas.

He was born June 22, 1936, at Viola, Arkansas, to Bedford Oden Cameron and Mable Marie McElmurry Cameron.  On August 10, 1957, he was married at Salem, Arkansas, to Jewel Sigler.  Leroy was an avid Cardinals fan and enjoyed watching westerns and coon hunting.  He built many homes and businesses in his community and was a hard worker, as long as a Cardinals game was not on.  Mr. Cameron loved his family and was a member of Viola Church of Christ.

He is survived by his wife, Jewel Cameron, of the family home; two children, Regina Duncan and husband, Owen and Robin Burden and husband, Andy, all of Viola, Arkansas; six grandchildren, Jason McKee and wife, Kelli, Pottersville, Missouri, Casey McKee and wife, Victoria, Caulfield, Missouri, Tessa Lowrance and husband, Lane, Moody, Missouri, Tristan Burden and significant other, Logan Kimbrough, Peace Valley, Missouri, Stuart Duncan and wife, Jessica, and Evan Duncan; eleven great-grandchildren, Wyatt, Mattie, Jaylee, Lathan, Lainey, Alaina, Autumn, Ryker, Colton, Caleb and Colby; special cousin, Henry Cameron, West Plains; and several nieces and nephews. 

His parents, two sisters, Wanda Minge and Irene Judd and one brother, Charles Cameron, preceded him in death.  

Visitation will be held from 10:00 until 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, at Moody Church of Christ.  Burial will be at Moody Cemetery.  Memorial contributions may be made to Moody Cemetery, and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 W. Main St., West Plains, Missouri. 

Funeral services for Leroy Erzinger, 89, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, July 28, 2025, at New Liberty Church, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. 

Mr. Erzinger passed away at 11:27 p.m., Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at his home.

He was born July 13, 1936, at West Plains, to Edmund Erzinger and Virda Huffmann Erzinger.  On July 2, 1957, he was married at Milan, Missouri, to Evalena Ann Bryan, who preceded him in death on July 16, 2018; they shared sixty-one years of marriage.  Leroy was a Minister, taught Sunday school and made the church bulletins for every congregation he was a part of.  He wrote poetry and songs, often using Bible verses in them.  Mr. Erzinger enjoyed making cabinets and fishing.  He lived in Palm Bay, Florida most of his adult life before moving back to Missouri in 2019.  While in Florida he was the owner and operator of a construction company for over forty-two years; he hired troubled people in the area and was a mentor to them.  Leroy loved his family.  He was a member of South Fork Community Church.

He is survived by two children, Alan Erzinger, Palm Bay, Florida and Linda Erzinger and husband, James May, Louisville, Kentucky; one grandson, Jarred Erzinger; three brothers, Paul Erzinger and wife, Opal, St. Louis, Missouri, George Erzinger and wife, Linda, West Plains, Missouri and John Erzinger and wife, Beverly, Sullivan, Missouri; one sister, Julia Hopkins, West Plains, Missouri; and many nieces and nephews. 

His parents, wife, one brother, Phill Erzinger and one sister, Laura Peterman, preceded him in death.  

Visitation will be held from 1:00 until 2:00 p.m., Monday, at New Liberty Church.  Burial will be at Lone Pine Cemetery.  Memorial contributions may be made to Lone Pine Cemetery, and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 W. Main St., West Plains, Missouri. 

A memorial service for Gregory Allen Grogan, 70, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 1:00 p.m., Sunday, August 31, 2025 at Van Patten Woods, Wadsworth, Illinois.

Mr. Grogan passed away at 12:58 p.m., Saturday, July 5, 2025, at Ozarks Healthcare.

He was born October 19, 1954, at Waukegan, Illinois, to Granville Grogan and Cynthia Bouwens.  Mr. Grogan enjoyed fishing, ice fishing, watching drag races and sprint car races.  He loved working; he worked for many years as a cement mason before working in construction, remodeling houses, landscaping and tree services.  He enjoyed helping people and would give anything to help those in need.

He is survived by the mother of his children, Paula Bell; three children, Amy Rice and husband, Dan, Jamie Grogan and significant other, Daniel and Phillip Jendrey and wife, Patti; thirteen grandchildren; one great-grandchild on the way; two brothers, Leo Grogan and wife, April and Larry Grogan and wife, Theresa; one sister, Dawn Larson; and several nieces and nephews. 

His parents and two brothers, Granville (Granny) Grogan, Jr. and Gary Grogan, preceded him in death.  

Arrangements under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home

A Celebration of Life service for James William Woodby, Jr., 63, Dora, Missouri, will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, July 28, 2025, in the Main Room of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.  

Mr. Woodby passed away at 2:14 a.m., Monday, July 21, 2025, at his home.  

He was born March 13, 1962, at Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, to James William Woodby Sr. and Joan Luella Pearcey Woodby.  On May 8, 2007, he was married to Simah Bat Emunah.  Mr. Woodby was a truck driver for over thirty years and was proud of his work.  He was devoted to his family and cherished spending time with his wife and kids.  Mr. Woodby enjoyed shooting and reloading his guns and working on his yard, and he loved studying Scripture.

He is survived by his wife Simah Bat Emunah, of the family home; eleven children, Jessica Woodby (Nick), James Woodby III (Noel), Jenifer Woodby, Simcha Woodby, Tseidle Woodby, Aviyah Woodby, Ethan Woodby, Eli Woodby, Gabriel Woodby, Matthew Woodby, and David Titman; four grandchildren, Jacob Woodby, Nicholas Ott, Jr. , Gage Clevenger and Vanellope Wolfe; one brother, Daniel Woodby (Rebecca); two sisters, Lamesha Hurley (Tyrone) and Patricia Woodby; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

His parents preceded him in death.  

Memorial contributions may be made to Saint Louis Children’s Hospital and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO  65775.

Funeral services for Patricia Ann Henderson, 82, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, July 25, 2025, in the Rose Chapel of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.  

Mrs. Henderson passed away at 8:28 p.m., Saturday, July 19, 2025, at her home.  

She was born May 22, 1943, at Marshfield, Missouri, to Delmer Vernon and Anna Lou Silkey.  On July 10, 1959, she was married at Ozark, Missouri, to Robert Henderson.  Mrs. Henderson enjoyed crocheting, boating, and gardening, and she loved getting to know people.  She was a devoted wife and mother, and she enjoyed raising her family and being involved with all of their sports.  Mrs. Henderson was of the Christian faith and attended Hill Top Chapel for many years.

She is survived by her husband, Robert; four children, Robert Henderson, Jr., Stanley Henderson (Brandy), Donald Henderson (Julia), and Tammy Lynn Lewis (Kenton); eighteen grandchildren; forty-nine great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and many nieces and nephews.

Her parents, in-laws, Lester and Mildred Henderson, one son, Kevin Henderson, and one granddaughter, Ashley Kay Henderson, preceded her in death.  

Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.  Burial will be at Evergreen Cemetery.  Memorial contributions may be made to Evergreen Cemetery and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO  65775.

Kinsman Charles “Al” Kosin, 90, of West Plains, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2025, at home under the care of Ozarks Healthcare Hospice. 

 Mr. Kosin was born in Geneva, Illinois, the eldest son of Rev Wesley and Gladys Kosin. He graduated from Wheaton Academy (now Wheaton Christian High School) in 1953. He married Mary Ann Lammers on October 29, 1955, and the two had three children together, Sheila, John, and Sandy. Early on Kinsman worked for Zenith and later worked as an auto mechanic. He retired as a union carpenter. 

 On June 25, 1977, Al married Rebecca Kyser (nee Grimm) in Galena, Illinois. Rebecca had four sons from a prior marriage, Tom, Rodney, Donald and Steve. Shortly thereafter, they made their home in West Plains, until Rebecca’s death in 1998. 

 On May 25, 2000, Al married Mona Ragsdale (nee Harris) of West Plains. During their marriage they enjoyed traveling and tending their garden until Mona’s passing in 2019. 

 Al was active in the Elks at both Wheaton Lodge 2258 and West Plains Lodge 2418. He served as an Exalted Ruler in both lodges. He enjoyed fishing and camping in his earlier years

He was preceded in death by spouses Mary Ann, Rebecca, and Mona; son, John; stepson, Rodney. He was also preceded in death by his parents and sisters, Mary (Michael) Hards of Sidney, Australia; and sister Beatrice Kosin, who died in November 1972, while serving as a missionary in Laos. 

 He is survived by a brother, Rev. Frederick Kosin (Jenny) of Darlington, South Carolina; Daughters Sheila Willer (Craig) of Bartlett, Illinois, and Sandra Gallimore (Mark) of Ferryville, Wisconsin.  He is also survived by stepsons, Thomas Damm (Theresa), Donald Kosin, of West Plains, and Steve Kosin of Merrillville, Indiana. 

 A memorial service is planned for September 5, 2025, 10:00 a.m. at Spring Creek Community Church, 3432 E State Route K, West Plains, Missouri. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are appreciated and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO  65775.

A memorial service for Robert Lee Sermon, 81, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, August 2, 2025, at First Baptist Church.

Mr. Sermon passed away at 6:15 a.m., Saturday, July 19, 2025, at Pleasant Valley Manor.

He was born October 25, 1943, at Saint Louis, Missouri, to Clarence and Emily Poteet Sermon.  On August 17, 1963, he was married at Cassville, Missouri, to Shirley Woods, who preceded him in death on March 16, 2025.  Mr. Sermon was an avid hunter and fisherman.  He loved his family, friends, and his dogs.  He was a Mason for more than fifty years, and a Shriner for more than thirty-five years.  Mr. Sermon was a member of First Baptist Church of West Plains for over twenty years.

He is survived by one son, Robert Sermon; one brother, Billy Sermon and wife, Sandy; one sister, Ruby Dodson and husband, Woody; and many nieces and nephews.

His parents, wife, three brothers, Herbert, Thomas, and Sam Sermon, and two sisters, Catherine Whittington and Marcella Durbin, preceded him in death.  

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main Street, West Plains, MO, 65775.