Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Seneca, Missouri
Jack Wayne Kraft
Apr 18, 2026
Jack Kraft, age 88, of Southwest Missouri, passed away peacefully at his home, leaving behind a legacy of faith, hard work, and devotion to family.
He was born on February 22, 1938, in Neosho, Missouri, to Andrew and Gertie Kraft. Over the course of his life, he wore many hats and worked a variety of jobs, but his true passion...
Joe Allen Boyer
Apr 17, 2026
Joe Allen Boyer, 65, Joplin, MO, passed away April 17, 2026 at Aspire Nursing Home in Joplin after an illness.
Joe Allen Boyer was born October 25, 1960 in Stella, MO the son of Roy Wesley and Clara Mae (Hudelson) Boyer. Most of his life he worked caring for the elderly in local nursing facilities.
He was preceded in...
RUTH LEONA GRINER
Apr 15, 2026
Ruth L. Griner of Wyandotte, OK, passed into eternal rest April 15, 2026. She was a lifelong Wyandotte resident and was one of 10 children of John Henry Griner and Mary Violet (Crow) Griner. Ruth loved spending time with her family especially her grandchildren. She also enjoyed fishing, socializing at the local casinos and did not know a stranger. Ruth...
Rex Ardell Greenwood
Apr 9, 2026
Rex Ardell Greenwood passed away surrounded by the love of his family, at the age of 89 years old leaving behind a legacy of strength, faith, and unforgettable memories.
He is survived by his wife Patricia Greenwood, with whom he shared 63 years of marriage. Rex was a proud father to four children: Michael Greenwood, Randal Greenwood, Tamara Simmons, Malissa Tuggle,...
Claude O. Yocum
Mar 28, 2026
Claude O. Yocum, 79, of Seneca, Missouri, passed away Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 9:06 am, surrounded by his loving family.
Claude was born in Joplin, Missouri, on December 11, 1946, to Doris R. Yocum and Freda E. Turner. He was a 1965 graduate of Seneca High School, where he mastered being ornery and creating a little trouble-traits that those...
Thomas L. Kuhn
Mar 10, 2026
Thomas (Tom) L. Kuhn, 88, Neosho, MO, passed into eternal rest March 10, 2026, at Freeman West Hospital in Joplin, MO after an illness.Thomas Ladean Kuhn was born November 26, 1937, in Newton County, MO the son of Thomas A. (Gus) and Helen L. (Bettis) Kuhn.Tom was a lifelong area resident. He graduated from Seneca High School in 1955. Tom...
Richard "Ricky" W. Drake Jr.
Mar 7, 2026
Richard "Ricky" W. Drake Jr., 45, Grove, OK passed away March 7, 2026 at his home in Grove, OK after lossing his battle to cancer.Richard Willard Drake Jr. was born October 17, 1980 in Joplin, MO the son of Richard and Deanna (Schultz) Drake. Ricky worked various jobs at a younger age. He enjoyed gaming, rock music and fishing.Ricky was...
Teresa Wilson
Feb 19, 2026
Teresa D. Wilson, 58, Wyandotte, OK passed away February 19, 2026 at her home after a long illness.
Teresa Dawn Wilson was born March 11, 1967 in Miami, OK the daughter of Donald and Glenda Sue (Massey) Wilson. She was a lifelong area resident and a 1985 graduate of Wyandotte High School. Teresa was a proud citizen of the Wyandotte...
Theresa Rose Wayman
Feb 18, 2026
Theresa Rose Wayman, 63, Seneca, MO formerly of Longview, Texas, passed away February 18, 2026 at St Joe Mannor in Bonne Terre, MO after a battle with Alzheimer's. Theresa Rose Wayman was born June 12, 1962 the daughter of Anton Joseph and Agnes Johanna (Bursch) Decker. She loved her family and loved spending time with them. Her grandchildren were her...
Leonard Ray Arehart
Feb 15, 2026
Leonard R. Arehart Sr., 86, Carterville, MO, passed away February 15, 2026 at Aspire Senior Living in Carthage, MO after an illness.Leonard Ray Arehart Sr. was born September 11, 1939 in Seneca, MO the son of Lawrence and Stella (Barker) Arehart. He had lived in the area most all of his life. Leonard worked for Mattes Brothers Construction as a...
Ronal Gene Bennett
Feb 12, 2026
Roanal G. Bennett, 86, Seneca, MO, passed away February 12, 2026 at the Seneca House Nursing Home after an illness. Ronal Gene Bennett was born November 30, 1939 in Seneca, MO the son of Luther Oren Bennett and Dolly Ruth (Gensike) Bennett. Ronal had lived in the area all his life. He was a 1958 graduate of the Seneca...
Cindy Lou Foster
Feb 11, 2026
Cindy Lou Foster, 69, Grove, OK, passed away February 11, 2026 at Freeman West Hospital in Joplin after a long illness.Cindy Lou Lane was born September 20, 1956 in Fairfield, CA the daughter of Samuel Leon and Betty Jane (Cupp) Lane. Cindy loved dogs, being outdoors and spending time with her family who she dearly loved. She had a special...
Riley McCrorey
Feb 4, 2026
Riley Joe MCCrorey infant son of Jonathan David and Abigail Cherie (Johnson) McCrorey, brother of Collin McCrorey, grandson of Kurt and Angie McCrorey and Robert and Cindy Johnson, went to be with Jesus on February 4, 2026.Private Graveside services under the personal direction of Campbell-Biddlecome Funeral Home will be held at the Seneca Cemetery with Pastor Tracy Holden officiating.
Charles Hudson
Feb 4, 2026
Charles Hudson, 70, Joplin, Mo passed away February 4, 2026 at Freeman West Hospital after an illness.
Charles was born July 12, 1955 in Lubbock, Tx the son of Jimmy and Reba Luthena (Gipson) Hudson. He served in the United States Army and National Guard for over 20 years. Charles enjoyed wood working, fishing, and sports. He especially enjoyed pee wee...
Richard Carroll Snow
Feb 3, 2026
Richard Snow Sr, 82, Fairland, Ok passed away February 3,2026 at the Miami Nursing Center after an illness.
Richard C. Snow was born June 8, 1943 in Neosho, Mo the son of Richard and Edith(Surrodge) Snow. Richard was raised and lived in Oklahoma until moving to Colorado in 1988. He moved back to the area in 1999. Richard enjoyed fishing,...
John Bruce Lankford
Jan 31, 2026
John Bruce Lankford, 85 years old, passed away January 31, 2026, at his home in Seneca, Missouri, leaving behind a family who loved him deeply and a lifetime of fond memories. Although his physical heart grew weak, it was his kind and compassionate heart that defined him-one that felt genuine empathy for anyone in need. As he grew older, he...
Silvia Marie Keller
Jan 25, 2026
Silvia Marie Keller, 95, Seneca, MO, passed away January 25, 2026 at Joplin Gardens Nursing Home after an illness.
Silvia Marie Fort was born May 14, 1930 the daughter of Gilbert and Sylvia Fort. She loved reading her Bible, going to church, attending a ladies group that went to school together and she loved to cook. Silvia attended Swars Prairie Baptist...
Mary Jo Hall
Jan 25, 2026
Mary Jo Hall went to her new home on January 25, 2026. She didn't just get a new home but a mansion where the streets are paved with gold! Her Christian faith was very important to her. She made a goal at the age of 97 to read the Bible through one more time before getting her heavenly reward. She...
Ruby DuBois
Jan 24, 2026
Ruby Jewell DuBois, 94, Neosho, MO, passed into eternal rest January 24, 2026 at the Medical Lodge of Neosho after a long illness.
Ruby Jewell Petty was born November 7, 1931 in Goodman the daughter of John and Mary Pearl (Capps) Petty.
Ruby went to Goodman Public Schools. She was of the Baptist faith and a member of Bethany Baptist Church. She...
Darrel Testerman
Jan 22, 2026
Darrel Lee Testerman, 85, Miami, OK, passed away January 22, 2026 at his home in Miami, OK after an illness.
Darrel Lee Testerman was born November 24, 1940 in the state of California, the son of Frank LeRoy and Lola May (Skaggs) Testerman. Darrel was a 1958 graduate of Seneca High School. At a young age he worked at his...
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