OBITUARIES

Local obituaries for Mizell Funeral Home & Crematory


Glenda R. Byrd

Glenda R. Byrd

Dec 14, 2024

Glenda R. Byrd, a beloved member of the Leasburg community, was born on September 19, 1952, in Cherokee, Oklahoma, to Billy R. and Ila Mae (Morgan) Terrel. Surrounded by her cherished family, she peacefully departed this life on December 14, 2024, at the age of 72.

Glenda was united in marriage to Ronald E. Byrd on September 25, 1970, in Leasburg,...

Jerry L. Hitchcock

Jerry L. Hitchcock

Dec 8, 2024

Jerry L. Hitchcock, of Cuba, Missouri, was born on October 21, 1959, in San Diego, California, to Thomas J. and Gail L. (Cummings) Hitchcock. He left this life on December 8, 2024, at the age of 65.

On July 7, 1979, Jerry married Debbie Bowen in Jackson, Missouri. Together, they welcomed three daughters: Christina, Angie, and Sandra, who brought immense joy...

Lydia C. (Reiner) Sampson

Lydia C. (Reiner) Sampson

Nov 23, 2024

Lydia Christine Sampson, of Leasburg, Missouri, passed away peacefully on November 23, 2024, at the age of 73. She was born on July 26, 1951, in St. Louis, Missouri, to Robert and Georgia Ann (Watson) Reiner.

Lydia married her devoted husband, Donald W. Sampson, on May 3, 1969, in Leasburg, where they began their life together and welcomed two sons, Donald...

Dorothy Veach

Dorothy Veach

Nov 21, 2024

Dorothy Fay (Eoff) Veach, 77, of Steelville, previously of Cuba, passed away, Thursday, November 21, 2024, at Missouri Baptist Hospital in Sullivan, in the comforting presence of her loving family. 

On Saturday, January 18, 1947, Dorothy was born to the union of James Eoff and Hazel (Osborne) in Bourbon, Missouri. 

She earned her education in Bourbon, 

Dorothy would marry the love of her...

Loretta June Holtmann

Loretta June Holtmann

Nov 20, 2024

Loretta June Holtmann (nee: Toomey) of Cuba, Missouri was born on July 23, 1923, in St. Louis, Missouri to the union of Leo John and Loretto C. Toomey. She left this life on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at Steelville Senior Living at the age of 101 years 3 months and 28 days.

Being named after her mother, she had many nicknames...

Dennis H. Whitworth

Dennis H. Whitworth

Nov 13, 2024

Dennis H. Whitworth, of Catawissa, Missouri, was born on August 19, 1942, in Lilbourn, Missouri, to Porter and Pansy (Rawlings) Whitworth. He peacefully passed away at his home on November13, 2024, at the age of 82.

On October 14, 1961, Dennis married Patsy L. Woods in Granite City, Illinois. Together, they raised three children: Joe, Alan Mark, and Ginger, who enriched...

Barry Orton

Barry Orton

Nov 6, 2024

Barry “Butch” Vaughn Orton, 74, of Leasburg, passed away peacefully, on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, in the comforting presence of his family at Missouri Baptist Hospital in Sullvan. 

On February 13, 1950, Barry was born to the union of James Richard Orton and Gladys Marie (Orick) in Piggott, Arkansas. 

Barry would earn his education while serving in the United States Army. 

On January 27,...

Gene Alan Kulaga

Gene Alan Kulaga

Nov 3, 2024

Gene Alan Kulaga, 75, of Bourbon, passed away, Sunday, November 3, 2024, at his home. 

On September 17, 1949, Gene was born to the union of Florian Kulaga and Ruth (Hillebrand) in Hermann, Missouri. 

Gene served his country honorably in the United States Army. 

He owned and operated G-K Plumbing for many years. 

Gene loved connecting with the outdoors when he would go hunting....

Corey Alan Neff

Corey Alan Neff

Oct 28, 2024

Corey Alan Neff, 36, of Springfield, formerly of Leasburg, passed away suddenly, Monday, October 28, 2024. 

On May 8, 1988, Corey was born to James Clark Holweg Jr. and Tressa (Neff) in Rolla, Missouri. 

Corey was a graduate from Cuba High School from the class of 2008. 

He was a proud member of “The Well Church” in Springfield where he was saved and...

Linda J. (Ransom) Avery

Linda J. (Ransom) Avery

Oct 22, 2024

Linda J. Avery of Leasburg, Missouri passed away peacefully at her home on October 22, 2024, at the age of 76. Born on October 7, 1948, in Leasburg Missouri, Linda was the beloved daughter of Ernie and Frieda (Weber) Ransom.

Linda dedicated her life to being a homemaker, creating a warm and loving environment for her family. She truly loved taking...

James "Jim" M. Payne

James "Jim" M. Payne

Oct 17, 2024

James “Jim” M. Payne, a beloved resident of Cuba, Missouri, was born on December 16, 1943, in Vancouver, Washington. He peacefully passed away on October 17, 2024 at the age of 80, at Missouri Baptist Hospital in Sullivan.

Jim was a dedicated concrete mason and proudly owned and operated Payne's Concrete Company for many years. Known for his strong work ethic,...

Gerald Eaton

Gerald Eaton

Oct 16, 2024

Gerald Eaton, of Cuba, Missouri, was born on February 5, 1946, in Keysville, Missouri, to John E. and Erma B. (Happel) Eaton. He peacefully departed this life on October 16, 2024, at his home, at the age of 78.

On November 19, 1971, Gerald was united in marriage to Mary “Susie” Rutz in Steelville, Missouri. Together, they welcomed three children: Michelle,...

Larry C. Gray

Larry C. Gray

Oct 14, 2024

Larry C. Gray of Robertsville, Missouri was born on June 3, 1951, in St. Louis, Missouri to Rainey and Bertie L. (Nash) Gray. He left this life on Monday, October 14, 2024, at Mercy Hospital in Washington, Missouri at the age of 73.

Larry honorably served his country in the United States Army. He worked in construction as a contractor. He...

Mary Ann J. Brand

Mary Ann J. Brand

Oct 13, 2024

Mary Ann J. Brand, a cherished resident of Cuba, Missouri, was born on March 18, 1942, in St. Louis, Missouri, to Stanley and Mary (Liszewski) Dabrowski. She gracefully departed this life on Sunday, October 13, 2024, at Cuba Manor, at the age of 82, leaving behind a legacy filled with love and kindness.

On April 11, 1959, Mary Ann united in...

Joyce A. Corbett

Joyce A. Corbett

Oct 9, 2024

Joyce A. Corbett of Cuba, Missouri, was born on May 16, 1955, in Hillsboro, Missouri, to James B. and Anna J. (Anderson) Duncan. On October 9, 2024, she departed this world, enveloped in the love of her family, at the age of 69.

Joyce's journey through life was marked by her devotion to her family, which began with her marriage to...

Margaret Mary Hoke

Margaret Mary Hoke

Oct 9, 2024

Margaret Mary Hoke (nee: Sagel) of Owensville, Missouri was born on January 26, 1952, in Cuba, Missouri. She left this life on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, at Stonebridge Nursing Home in Owensville at the age of 72.

Margaret graduated from Cuba High School and then she studied accounting at Sanford Brown Business College. She enjoyed crocheting, quilting, sewing, jigsaw puzzles and...

Kurtis John Schmidt

Kurtis John Schmidt

Oct 8, 2024

Kurtis John Schmidt, 68, of Bourbon, formerly of St. Louis, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, surrounded by his family. 

On September 24, 1956, Kurtis was born to the union of Kenneth Schmidt and Elaine (Etling) in St. Louis, Missouri. 

Kurtis John retired from Anheuser-Busch after 30 plus years of dedicated service. He was lovingly known as “Groovy Dude” by...

Jule D. (Wischow) Burgess

Jule D. (Wischow) Burgess

Oct 6, 2024

Jule Dawn (Wischow) Burgess, 50, of Cuba, passed away on Sunday, October 6, 2024, at Mercy Hospital in St. Louis after a brief and sudden cancer diagnosis.

On February 21, 1974, Jule was born to the union of Steven Wischow and Linda (Wilson) in New Hope, Minnesota. 

Jule was a graduate of 1992 from St. James High School. 

On February 14, 1994, Jule...

Frederick C. Palmer, Jr.

Frederick C. Palmer, Jr.

Oct 5, 2024

Frederick C. Palmer, Jr. of Leasburg, Missouri, passed away peacefully at his home on October 5, 2024, at the age of 75. Born on April 27, 1949, in Sullivan, Missouri, he was the son of Frederick C. and Elmira (Irvin) Palmer, Sr.

Fred dedicated a significant part of his life to serving in the United States Navy before retiring. He was...

Karen Jane Hane

Karen Jane Hane

Oct 4, 2024

Karen Jane Hane of Rolla, Missouri, peacefully departed this life on October 4, 2024, at the age of 71 at University Hospital in Columbia, Missouri. She was born on December 9, 1952, in Steelville, Missouri, to Harles and Hazel (Bryant) Ives.

Karen was married to Michael Hane on December 18, 1987, in Columbia, Missouri. Although Michael passed away on December 27,...

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