Susan Ruth (Malone) Lance

Susan Ruth (Malone) Lance Susan Ruth (Malone) Lance of Springfield, was born Feb. 4, 1941 in Kansas City, and passed away, peacefully on Dec. 4, 2020. Her husband of 54 years, Howard James Lance II, preceded her in death, as did her mother and father, Ruth and Ralph Malone. Lance dedicated her life to serving the Lord when she was 11 years old. She was a member of South Haven Baptist Church in Springfield. Lance leaves behind three beloved sons: Howard Lance III and wife Beverly of Willard; Daniel Lance and wife Barbara of Ozark; and James Lance of Islamorada, Fla. She had eight grandchildren. At her passing there were three great-grandchildren on the way. Graveside services were at at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2020 at White ChapelMemorial Gardens, Springfield. Pastor Ryan Palmer officiated. Under the direction of Wilson-Griffin Funeral Home, Ash Grove.