Obituaries

Ash Grove will soon welcome new chief of police Mahan

Published by graphics on Fri, 08/07/2026 - 10:44am

Ash Grove will soon have a new chief of police as Joe Mahan steps into the position on Aug. 8.

The former chief of Walnut Grove hopes to bring his newfound community together through outreach and events.

Tracy Anne Slagle

Published by graphics on Fri, 08/07/2026 - 10:32am

Tracy Anne Slagle, was born on Oct. 25, 1962, in Springfield, to Dorrell C and Helen Marie (Scrivener) Luce.

Douglas Mark Owen

Published by graphics on Fri, 08/07/2026 - 10:32am

Douglas Mark Owen, born November 10, 1950, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 30, 2026. A lifelong resident of Battlefield, Missouri, Doug graduated from Republic High School in 1969 before earning his degree in Industrial Technology from Southwest Missouri State (SMS).

Lottie “Geraldine” Trent

Published by graphics on Fri, 08/07/2026 - 10:28am

Lottie “Geraldine” Trent passed away on July 30, 2026, in Republic.

Cheryl Ruth Shy

Published by graphics on Fri, 08/07/2026 - 10:28am

Cheryl Ruth Shy, 61, passed away on July 24, 2026, after a courageous battle with Hodgkin's lymphoma. 

Joann Cox

Published by graphics on Fri, 08/07/2026 - 10:27am

Joann Cox, 84, of Nixa, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2026, at Mercy Hospital. 

Terry Lee Hill

Published by graphics on Fri, 07/31/2026 - 2:54pm

Terry Lee Hill, 78, of Republic passed away unexpectedly on July 18, 2026, surrounded by family, following a sudden and aggressive cancer diagnosis.

Norma L. Hayward

Published by graphics on Fri, 07/31/2026 - 2:54pm

Norma L. Hayward, 88, of Cassville passed away Monday, July 20, 2026 at her home.

Janice Griter

Published by graphics on Fri, 07/31/2026 - 2:53pm

Janice Griter, born on Sept. 25, 1949, in Morton, Wash., passed away peacefully in Springfield, on July 15, 2026. A woman of remarkable strength, a fierce work ethic, and a vibrant spirit, she left a lasting mark.

Madeline Lee Dohle

Published by graphics on Fri, 07/31/2026 - 2:52pm

Madeline Lee Dohle, 79, of Pleasant Hope, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2026. She was born on March 16, 1947, in Springfield, to Fred and Elsie Gertrude (Choate) Gaynor. She lived a life rich with love, warmth and kindness.

Lawrence County Record

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Mt. Vernon, MO, 65712
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