Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Nodaway County, Missouri.

Susan J. Noakes

Susan J. Noakes

Jun 8, 2025

Susan J. Noakes, 78, Hopkins, MO, went to her heavenly rest on June 8, 2025, at Oak Pointe in Maryville, Missouri.

Susan was born on February 3, 1947, in Lafayette, IN, to W. Leroy and Elouise Francis (Lawson) Stokes. They preceded her in death.

She grew up in Indiana and attended grade school in Lafayette, then graduated from high school in Lebanon,...

Norma Ruth Wilson

Norma Ruth Wilson

Dec 14, 2024

Norma Ruth Wilson, born July 7, 1931, and passed away on December 14, 2024 

Norma was born in Pickering, Missouri, to Mildred (Wilson) Sobbing. She graduated from the Pickering High School in 1945 and then enlisted in the US Army in 1951, during the Korean War. She was fortunate enough to spend 2 years in Italy and later she was in...

Irma Lee Wilson

Irma Lee Wilson

May 29, 2025

Irma Lee Wilson, 97, crossed over May 29, 2025, at Oak Pointe of Maryville. She was born October 19, 1927, to James A. and Clevia (Ecker) Hull, at the home of her maternal grandparents, W. C. and Minnie Ecker. Her childhood was spent in Elmo. During WW II the family moved to Vancouver, WA. she graduated from Washougal (WA) High...

Darla J. Wilmes

Darla J. Wilmes

May 28, 2025

Darla Jean Wilmes, 74, of Platte City, Missouri, passed away peacefully on May 28, 2025. Born on February 27, 1951, Darla was raised in Jameson, Missouri, and later resided in Lawson, Missouri, before making her most recent home in Platte City.

Darla's life was enriched by her passions. She cherished her extensive book collection and loved spending time with her horses...

John D. Kirby, Jr.

John D. Kirby, Jr.

Jun 2, 2025

John Donald Kirby, Jr., 77, of Maryville, Missouri, passed away on Monday, June 2, 2025, at his home in Maryville with family at his side.

John was born in Cleveland, Ohio, on September 8, 1947. His parents were John Donald and Jean Marie (Kilfoyle) Kirby Sr. They preceded him in death.  He was also preceded by his brother, Timothy Kirby, and...

Barbara K. Mackey

Barbara K. Mackey

May 30, 2025

Barbara Kay Mackey, 72, of Maryville, Missouri, died Friday, May 30, 2025, at the Maryville Living Center after a long illness.

Barbara was born on June 6, 1952, in Burlington, Iowa to Everett W. and Doris J. Carlson Summers. Her parents preceded her in death.

She graduated from Burlington High School, class of 1970. In 1972 she earned her AA degree at...

Willard G. Stoll

Willard G. Stoll

May 24, 2025

Willard Giffin Stoll, 92, of Clarinda, Iowa, passed away on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Eilers Health Care in Clarinda.

Williard was born in Clyde, Missouri, on September 6, 1932, to Matthew and Iva B. (Giffin) Stoll. The family moved to the family farm near Elmo soon after and Willard grew up there and graduated from Elmo High School in 1950.

He...

Joyce Elaine "Joy" Wright

Joyce Elaine "Joy" Wright

May 20, 2025

Joyce Elaine “Joy” Wright, 69, of Maryville, Missouri, passed away at home on Tuesday, May 20, 2025.

Joy was born in Harrisonville, Missouri, on March 19, 1956, her parents were Willis Warren and Irene Vivian (Jensen) Wright. They preceded her in death. She was also preceded by her sister, Willa Mae Charlotte Wright.

She moved to Maryville in 1981, and was a...

Sharon Kay Hilbert

Sharon Kay Hilbert

May 15, 2025

Sharon Kay Hilbert, a beloved resident of Maryville, MO, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 15th, 2025, at the age of 69. Born on June 27th, 1955, in Maryville, Sharon spent her entire life in the community she held dear.

Sharon was a dedicated Administrative Assistant at Northwest Missouri State University in Maryville, where she worked for 20 years. She loved...

Sue Thompson

Sue Thompson

May 13, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Martha Sue Thompson, 82, of Burlington Junction, Missouri. A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt and friend. Sue passed away on May 13, 2025, in Maryville, Missouri.

Sue was born on March 2, 1943, in Maryville, Missouri, to Basil and Edith (Curshall) Koger. She spent her entire life in the...

Judith Ann Coffelt

Judith Ann Coffelt

May 10, 2025

Judith Ann Coffelt, a beloved resident of Maryville, Missouri, passed peacefully at home on Saturday, May 10th, 2025, at the age of 82.

Born in Maryville on January 28th, 1943, to James and Estel Lee Mann (Scadden), Judith formerly had lived in Savannah, then many years on the family farm East of Ravenwood and then to Maryville in 2006. Judith lived...

Beverly A. Walker

Beverly A. Walker

May 6, 2025

Beverly Ann Walker, 88, of Maryville, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at Oak Pointe of Maryville, with family at her side.

Beverly was born in Parnell, Missouri, on January 9, 1937. She grew up in Parnell and graduated from Ravenwood High School in 1955.

Her parents were Lester M., and Alta G. (Smith) Wilkinson, they preceded her in...

Clarence Michael "Mike" Vinzant

Clarence Michael "Mike" Vinzant

Apr 24, 2025

Clarence Michael “Mike” Vinzant, 73, of Maryville, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at the Nodaway Nursing Home in Maryville, with family at his side.

Mike was born in Maryville, on September 23, 1951, to Milo Clarence and Ramona L. (Langley) Vinzant. They preceded him in death. Mike was also preceded by his sister, Barbara Jean Vinzant, his brother,...

Donna Jean Walker

Donna Jean Walker

Apr 17, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Donna Jean Walker, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great grandmother, sister, and friend. Donna passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 17th, 2025, at the age of 78.

Donna was born on Saturday, June 29th, 1946, in Maryville, MO, to Eldon Williams Staten and Irene V. (Treese) Staten. She spent her...

Judy L. Doolin

Judy L. Doolin

Mar 9, 2025

Judy Lee Doolin, 52, a beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 9th, 2025, at her home in Maryville, MO. Born on March 26th, 1972, in St. Joseph, MO, Judy lived a life full of love, laughter, and dedication to her family and friends.

Judy is survived by her devoted husband, Sam Doolin, and her son,...

Amos C. Bontrager

Amos C. Bontrager

Jun 12, 2025

Amos C. Bontrager, 79, of Burlington Junction, Missouri, deceased at Mosiac Hospital in St. Joseph, Missouri, on June 12, 2025.

He was born on February 1, 1946, to the late Christ and Amanda (Miller) Bontrager.  He was married to Katie Bontrager on September 24, 1970.

His is survived by 1 daughter, Joanna Bontrager (Ethel), Missouri and 2 sons, Daniel (Dorcas) of Burlington...

Patricia Ann Triplett

Patricia Ann Triplett

Apr 27, 2025

Patricia Ann Triplett, a beloved resident of Maryville, MO, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, April 27th, 2025, at the age of 78. Born on Sunday, August 25th, 1946, in Canyon City, CO, Patricia lived a quiet, private life.

Patricia was a loving mother and grandmother, survived by her two sons, Todd Lester of Maryville, MO, and Troy Lester, as...

Kurby R. Wilmes

Kurby R. Wilmes

Apr 14, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kurby Ryan Wilmes, a beloved husband, son, brother, uncle and friend, who left us on Monday, April 14th, 2025, at the age of 49. Born on September 15th, 1975, in Maryville, Missouri, Kurby spent his entire life in Nodaway county.

Kurby was a graduate of North Nodaway High School, where...

Edwin J. Duty

Edwin J. Duty

Apr 9, 2025

Edwin James Duty, 69, Maryville, Missouri, passed from this life at home on Wednesday, April 9, 2025.

Ed was born in Fruita, Colorado, on March 9, 1956, his parents were William Boyd and Merrietta Alice (Carter) Duty, Sr.

He graduated from Dekalb High School and had worked general labor at a variety of jobs over the years.

His parents preceded him in death,...

Russell A. Freemyer

Russell A. Freemyer

Apr 9, 2025

Russell Arthur Freemyer, 96, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 with his children at his side.

Russell was born September 1, 1928 to A.B. and Gladys Dorothy (Crowe) Freemyer at Frost, MN during Bluegrass Harvest. He grew up in Southwest Iowa and Northwest Missouri.

He accepted Jesus as his Savior and was baptized at the...