Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Nodaway County, Missouri.

Marcia Kay Carter

Marcia Kay Carter

May 29, 2026

Marcia Kay Carter, a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 29th, 2026, at the age of 71. Born on September 12th, 1954, in Maryville, MO, Marcia spent her life surrounded by the love of her family and the warmth of her community.

Marcia was a graduate of Iowa Western Community College and North West Missouri...

William C. Kelley

William C. Kelley

May 27, 2026

William C. Kelley, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 27th, 2026, at the age of 78. Born on May 14th, 1948, in Maryville, Missouri to Burman and Betty Kelley.

Bill was a dedicated and hardworking individual, spending 25 years in the airline industry with Ozark, TWA, and American Airlines. His career was marked by...

Leona A. Hayes

Leona A. Hayes

May 24, 2026

Leona A. Hayes, a beloved resident of Skidmore, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 24th, 2026, at the age of 92. Born on Tuesday, December 26th, 1933, in Isadora, Missouri, Leona lived a life full of love, laughter, and dedication to her family and community.

Leona was a devoted homemaker, spending her life nurturing her family and creating a warm...

Deanne Louise Cordell

Deanne Louise Cordell

May 21, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Deanne Louise Cordell, a beloved fiancé, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Deanne passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 21st, 2026, in Saint Joseph, Missouri, surrounded by her family. She was born on August 18th, 1969 in Maryville, Missouri to Fred and Doris Schieber.

Deanne is survived by her devoted fiancé,...

John Gerald Schieber

John Gerald Schieber

May 20, 2026

John Gerald "Jerry" Schieber, 95, passed peacefully on Wednesday, May 20, at Village Care Center with family by his side. Jerry was born on May 13, 1931, to Paul and Magdalene Schieber in Conception, MO. He graduated from St. Benedict's High School and then helped on the family farm.

Jerry served in the Korean War. After being honorably discharged he returned...

Kip Raymond Kelso

Kip Raymond Kelso

May 15, 2026

Kip Raymond Kelso, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on Friday, May 15, 2026, at the age of 63. Born in Jefferson City, Missouri on February 12, 1963, Kip was a long-time member of the Guilford community.

Kip had a passion for motocross, rock music, hunting, and fishing. He also enjoyed watching movies and cherished every moment spent...

Randy Jon Lessman

Randy Jon Lessman

May 14, 2026

Randy Jon Lessman, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at his home in Maryville, MO. Born on December 28, 1953, in Kearney, Nebraska, Randy lived a life full of passion, dedication, and love.

Randy attended University of Nebraska, where he showcased his athletic prowess on the football field. As a Cornhusker, he played...

James Douglas Cox

James Douglas Cox

May 12, 2026

James Douglas "Jim" Cox, of rural Maryville, MO passed away May 12, 2026 after a life marked by adventure, hard work and service to the AG and aviation community. Jim was born February 28, 1943, in Shenandoah, lowa, to Ovid and Jessie Cox. It seemed fitting for Jim that he was born and raised at the airport since he was...

Clinton Daniel Bohon Jr.

Clinton Daniel Bohon Jr.

May 8, 2026

Clinton Daniel Bohon Jr, a beloved husband, stepfather, brother and grandfather passed away on Friday, May 8th, at the age of 81. Born on August 8th 1944 in Louisiana, Missouri to Clinton D Bohon Sr and Mary Frances (Kelley) Bohon.

Clinton was a devoted husband to Melissa Bohon, who lovingly stood by his side throughout their 26 years together. He was...

Patricia Ellen Shadinger

Patricia Ellen Shadinger

May 8, 2026

Patricia Ellen Shadinger, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on Friday, May 8th, 2026, in Maryville, Missouri. Born on June 1st, 1947, in Elkhart, Indiana, Patricia lived a life full of love, dedication, and service to her family and community.

Patricia was a graduate of Elkhart High School, Class of 1965, and pursued further education for a...

Stephen R. Stiens

Stephen R. Stiens

May 1, 2026

Stephen R. Stiens, a beloved resident of Skidmore, Missouri, passed away on Friday, May 1st, 2026, at the age of 71. Born on April 3rd, 1955, in Maryville, Missouri, Stephen lived a life full of love, dedication, and simplicity.

Stephen attended Northwest Missouri State University (NWMSU) and spent his life working as a farmer, a profession he cherished deeply. As a...

Brian Donald Novak

Brian Donald Novak

Apr 30, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Brian D. Novak. Born on October 11, 1963, in Laramie, Wyoming. Brian lived a life full of adventure and love, until his peaceful departure on April 30, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Brian was a devoted husband to his wife Kristi for 37 years, and a loving father...

Henry John Workman

Henry John Workman

Apr 30, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Henry John Workman, age 10, on Thursday, April 30, 2026, leaving behind family and friends who loved him deeply and a life full of moments that will never be forgotten.

Henry was born on October 2, 2015, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Thomas and Denise (Murphy) Workman. After spending time...

Stephen Leo McQuinn

Stephen Leo McQuinn

Apr 28, 2026

Stephen Leo McQuinn, a resident of Stanberry, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 28th, 2026, at the age of 86. Born on January 18th, 1940, in Stanberry, Stephen lived a life deeply rooted in his community and the land he cherished.

Stephen was a dedicated farmer, and his passion for farming was evident in his love for the wheat harvest...

James Scott Valentine

James Scott Valentine

Apr 26, 2026

James Scott Valentine, a beloved brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on Sunday, April 26th, 2026, at the age of 73. Born on January 4th, 1953, in Pomona, California, Scott spent his later years residing in Rock Port, Missouri.

Scott was preceded in death by his father, James C. Valentine, and his mother, Evelyn Valentine Jackson. He is survived by his...

Vickie Collene Davison

Vickie Collene Davison

Apr 26, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Vickie Collene Davison, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, who left us on Sunday, April 26th, 2026, at the age of 64. Vickie was born on February 15th, 1962, in Omaha, Nebraska, and was a cherished resident of Barnard, Missouri.

Vickie was a graduate of North Andrew High School. Throughout...

Gilda Jean Otte

Gilda Jean Otte

Apr 25, 2026

Gilda Jean Otte, of Maryville, Missouri, was born May 18, 1927, in Malvern, Iowa, to Carroll “Cad” and Mildred (Chapin) Perkins. She passed away on April 25, 2026, at Oak Pointe Assisted Living in Maryville surrounded by loving family.

After graduating from high school, Gilda moved to Council Bluffs, Iowa, where she worked in an attorney’s office before accepting a civil...

Helen "Katie" Kathleen Stiens

Helen "Katie" Kathleen Stiens

Apr 22, 2026

Helen "Katie" Kathleen Stiens, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. Born on January 25, 1943, in Conception, Missouri, Katie lived a life full of love, laughter, and dedication to her family and community. Katie was a graduate of Conception Junction High School and furthered her education at Casters Beauty Academy. She dedicated...

James Franklin Moutray

James Franklin Moutray

Apr 17, 2026

James "Jim" Moutray entered Heaven April 17, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Jim was born October 2, 1949 in Maryville, MO to George and Ruth (Barr) Moutray.

At the age of nine, he and his family moved from the Bolckow area to their family farm near Barnard where he attended South Nodaway R-IV and graduated in 1967. He also earned...

Estelle Arlene Crites

Estelle Arlene Crites

Apr 16, 2026

Estelle Arlene Crites, affectionately known as Arlene, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2026, in Overland Park, Kansas, at the age of 93. Born on March 30, 1933, in Grant City, Missouri, Arlene lived a life full of warmth, dedication, and love.

Preceded in death by her beloved parents, Reverend Lawrence B. Day and Elsie Day, her cherished husband, James E....