Obituaries

Hugo Unit Torri

Hugo Unit Torri

Apr 9, 2024

Hugo Unit Torri, 96, of Moberly, Missouri, passed away on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at Valley View Health and Rehabilitation in Moberly.Hugo was born May 14, 1927, to Joe and Dema (Bonuchi) Torri. On December 25, 1951, he married the love of his life Hilda Pitney who after 68 years of marriage preceded him in death on January 18, 2020....

Dakota Lee Carter

Dakota Lee Carter

Apr 6, 2024

Dakota Lee Carter, age 29, of Huntsville, MO, passed away on April 6, 2024.

Dakota was born on December 17, 1994 in Moberly, MO, to Teresa Carter and Israel Gonzalez.  He graduated from Moberly High School.

He enjoyed spending time with his children and family, watching the Kansas City Chiefs, playing football with his son and daughter, making music, singing, and overall...

Rebecca Lape

Rebecca Lape

Apr 6, 2024

Rebecca Ann Lape, 72, died April 6, 2024, in Moberly, Missouri.

Ms. Lape was born April 24, 1951, in Aberdeen, Maryland to Harlan Lape and Virginia (Morris) Lape, both deceased.

She earned a Master’s degree in English literature from Missouri State University and an undergraduate degree from Drury University, both located in Springfield, Missouri.  She was a gypsy-like free spirit who enjoyed...

William Earl Pollard

William Earl Pollard

Apr 5, 2024

William Earl (Wild Bill) Pollard, 72, of Moberly, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 5th, 2024, peacefully at home. Bill was born the youngest child and only son to Billie and Martha Pollard on June 24, 1951, in Moberly, MO. He married Wanda Loudermilk when they were both teenagers and had two children during their ten-year marriage.

Bill worked tirelessly to...

Velda Wilson

Velda Wilson

Apr 4, 2024

Velda Joleen (Hicks) Wilson, age 71, of Moberly MO, passed away at 10:45 a.m. on April 4, 2024, at South Hampton Rest House in Columbia, Missouri. She was born on October 21, 1952, in Moberly, Missouri, to James (Jim) Hicks and Virginia (Ginger) Vawter. She graduated from Moberly High School

She met and married Randy Wilson on March 24, 1972, in...

Sarah Ann Wright

Sarah Ann Wright

Apr 3, 2024

Sarah Ann (Johnson) Wright, age 62, of Higbee, Missouri, passed away surrounded by family and friends on April 3, 2024, at home.

Sarah was born on October 21, 1961, in Quincy, Illinois, to Richard and Betty (Pinkelman) Wright.

She was a custodian for the Higbee School District for twelve years. Everyone Sarah worked with and all the students held a very special...

Michael Eugene Gravitt

Michael Eugene Gravitt

Mar 30, 2024

Michael Eugene Gravitt, age 62, of Moberly, Missouri, took his final ride on March 30, 2024.

Michael was born on December 24, 1961, in Moberly, Missouri, to George and Barbara Gravitt. He was a member of the First Baptist Church. Michael married Sandi Colley on August 27, 2011, in Moberly, Missouri.

He is preceded in death by his mother, Barbara Gravitt; 1...

Darlene Belle Huffman

Darlene Belle Huffman

Mar 30, 2024

Darlene Belle Huffman, age 82 of Excello, Missouri, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2024 at her home.

Darlene was born on July 25, 1941 in Anabel, Missouri to Nina and David Dunaway and was one of seven siblings. She married Benard Huffman in December of 1959. She is survived by two sons, Kevin Huffman of Shawnee, Kansas and David Huffman...

Charles Paul Burlage

Charles Paul Burlage

Mar 29, 2024

Charles Paul Burlage, 75, of Moberly, Missouri, passed away on March 29, 2024, at John J. Cochran Veterans Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri.Local arrangements are under the direction of PATHWAY-MILLARD Funeral Directors, 411 Union Avenue, Moberly, Missouri 65270 (660) 263-7284. Condolences may be left online for the family at www.pathwaymemorial.com.

Delmar Norbert Nilges

Delmar Norbert Nilges

Mar 28, 2024

Delmar Norbert Nilges, age 84, of Mexico, Missouri, passed away on March 28, 2024, at Missouri Veterans Home, in Mexico, Missouri.

Delmar was born on January 18, 1940, in St. Thomas, Missouri, to Herman and Sarah (Gerling) Nilges. He graduated from Helias High School in 1958 and from Lincoln University, Jefferson City, Missouri in 1972 with a degree in Business Administration. 

In...

Harry James Overly

Harry James Overly

Mar 27, 2024

Harry James Overly went home to be with Jesus Wednesday, March 27, 2024. He was preceded in death by many loved ones including the love and light of his life Alma Overly his wife of 55 years.Harry leaves behind his daughters and son-in-laws Sheri Overly, Brenda and Scott Howard and Paula and Rory Carrol as well as his 10 grandchildren, 6...

Robert Lee Clark Sr.

Robert Lee Clark Sr.

Mar 21, 2024

Robert Lee Clark Sr., 83, of Higbee, Missouri, passed away on March 21, 2024, at Aspire Senior Living in Moberly, Missouri.

Robert was born on March 1, 1941, in Stover, Missouri, to Dewey and Anna (Woods) Clark. He graduated from Higbee High School. 

Robert later married Peggy Ann Bowden on June 24, 1962, in Moberly, Missouri.

He worked at CertainTeed in Kansas City,...

Cindy Lou Scott

Cindy Lou Scott

Mar 18, 2024

Cindy Lou Scott, 58, of Columbia, Missouri, returned to her heavenly home on March 18, 2024, at Columbia Manor, Columbia, Missouri.

Cindy was born February 13, 1966, in Fredericktown, Missouri, to Anita (Ammon) Flood and stepfather, Herman Flood.

Cindy endured profound disabilities throughout most of her life. Despite this, she was a source of inspiration and joy for her family and caretakers....

Mary Ann Fusselman

Mary Ann Fusselman

Mar 12, 2024

Mary Ann Fusselman, age 86, of Moberly, MO, passed away surrounded by her husband and family on March 12, 2024, at her home in Moberly, MO.

Mary Ann was born on March 18, 1937, in  Broken Bow, NE, to Elvan Douglas Gardner and Ann Theresa (Cashen) Gardner.  She graduated from Moberly High School in 1954. She was employed in several businesses...

Jerry Wayne Williams

Jerry Wayne Williams

Mar 9, 2024

Jerry Wayne Williams, age 62, of Moberly, Missouri, passed away on March 9, 2024, at Pine Oak Living Center in Mexico, Missouri.

Jerry was born on April 13, 1961, in Columbia, Missouri, to Orion and Edith Williams.

He honorably served his country in the United Stated Army National Guard.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Mae (Yancey) Williams; parents, Orion...

Georgia M. Vannoy

Georgia M. Vannoy

Mar 7, 2024

Georgia Mae Vannoy, age 76, of Huntsville, Missouri, passed away surrounded by family on March 7, 2024, at her home.

Georgia was born on December 12, 1947, to George Noah and Marion (Cochran) Wellman. She graduated from Carrolton High School. She was a bartender/bar owner for several years.

She married Richard “Cowboy” Vannoy, on September 2, 2001, in Huntsville, Missouri.

She enjoyed being...

Truman Lee Reynolds

Truman Lee Reynolds

Mar 1, 2024

Truman Reynolds went to be with the Lord on March 1, 2024, at the age of 81. Truman was born on March 30, 1942, to parents George and Elizabeth Reynolds in Cairo, Missouri. . 

Truman married the love of his life, Lorna Thompson, on August 15, 1964. Together, they cherished 56 years of marriage, raising their children with love and dedication.

He...

Gloria Kay Reece

Gloria Kay Reece

Feb 27, 2024

Gloria Kay Reece, of Jasper Alabama, formerly of Moberly MO, passed away quietly at her sister’s home in Moberly on February 27th, with her family by her bedside. She was born in Moberly on September 12th, 1951, to Paul Edward & Mary Frances (McDonald) Eravi.

Kay met and later married Robert Elmer Reece of Manchester Alabama, on January 31st, 1969. They...

Linda Carol Rutledge

Linda Carol Rutledge

Feb 14, 2024

Linda Carol Rutledge, 76, of Moberly, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday February 14th, 2024. 

Linda was born in Randolph County Missouri to Fred and Zana Cable on February 28th, 1947. On September 17th 1967 Linda married the love of her life John Edward Rutledge at Clark Christian Church. 

Linda was still active in Real Estate and she loved gardening,...

Alaiyna Michelle Wheaton

Alaiyna Michelle Wheaton

Feb 13, 2024

Alaiyna Michelle Wheaton, age 21, of Columbia, Missouri, passed on to eternal peace on February 8, 2024, at her home.

Aly was born on October 23, 2002, in Mexico, MO, to Dustin Wheaton and Amy DiFatta. She graduated from Rock Bridge High School, Columbia, Missouri. She was a member of the Paris Christian Church.

She enjoyed spending time with her family, photography,...

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