Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Nodaway County, Missouri.

Daniel L. Miller

Daniel L. Miller

Jul 5, 2025

Daniel L. Miller, 71, of Ravenwood, Missouri, passed from this life on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at Mosiac Life Care in St. Joseph, Missouri, after a brief illness.

Dan was born in Maryville, Missouri, on February 15, 1954, to Byron N. and Marlene J. (Pitzenberger) Miller, and was a lifelong resident of the area.

He graduated from Northeast Nodaway High School, Ravenwood,...

Robert Joseph Zimmerman

Robert Joseph Zimmerman

Jul 3, 2025

NOTE:  The location of the visitation has changed to the Laura Street Baptist Church.  Friday, July 11, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

Robert Joseph Zimmerman, a beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 3rd, 2025, at the age of 61. Born on January 4th, 1964, in Maryville, MO, Rob spent his entire...

Donna Mae Yanks

Donna Mae Yanks

Jun 30, 2025

Donna Mae Yanks, 87, of Maryville, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 30, 2025, at home surrounded by family.

Donna Mae (Scheel) Yanks was born January 7, 1938, in Chicago, Illinois, to Gilbert Scheel and Beatrice Marcucci.

She married Michael Richard Yanks on November 26, 1970. Along with her husband Michael, she co-owned and operated Taco Del Sol in Maryville. She...

Donna Lee Dailey

Donna Lee Dailey

Jul 1, 2025

Donna Lee Turnipseed Dailey, 83, of Maryville, and formerly of Ravenwood, Missouri, passed away at Maryville Living Center on July 1, 2025.

She was born April 19,1942, in Worth County to Russell and Elizabeth Barger Kemery. She graduated in 1960 from Northeast Nodaway High School as the class valedictorian.

On February 18,1962 she married Willard Turnipseed at the Ravenwood Methodist Church. After...

Willa Mae Auffert

Willa Mae Auffert

Jun 30, 2025

Willa Mae (Nally) Auffert, 89, of Ravenwood, MO, peacefully went to be with the Lord on June 30, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on January 19, 1936, in Sheridan, MO to Norvel Olin and Alice Mae (Runyon) Nally. A graduate of Worth County R-II High School, Willa was a member of the Ravenwood Christian Church, the Missouri...

Stephanie Ann Rucker

Stephanie Ann Rucker

Jun 24, 2025

Stephanie Ann Rucker, 64, of Hopkins, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 24th, 2025, at Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph, MO. Born on November 24th, 1960, in Maryville, MO, Stephanie lived a life full of love, dedication, and service to her family and community.

Stephanie is survived by her devoted husband, James Rucker,...

Ray Fox

Ray Fox

Jun 12, 2025

Elmer Ray Fox passed away peacefully on, June 12, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, family and ingenuity. He was born to Elmer Harvey Fox and Opal Fox on July 22, 1943. He was 81.

Ray was fortunate to share his life with two loving spouses. He was first married to Sharon Kay in 1961 until her death in 2001,...

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...

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...