Donald Dale Sissel

Donald Dale Sissel, 69, Strafford, passed away Wednesday, March 31, 2021, at the Springfield Livestock Marketing Center in Springfield of an apparent heart attack.
He was born Oct. 2, 1951 in Springfield, the son of the late Howard Dale and Vergie Ann (Keltner) Sissel. He was also preceded in death by his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Bob and Blanche Webb.
Sissel worked at the Springfield News-Leader for 32 years, retiring in 2007. The past 15 years, he found his dream career, working with his good friend, Alan McMurtrey at Mac's Vet Supply.
In 1978, he attended the Worldwide School of Auctioneering.
Sissel loved working with not only his kids but all kids in agriculture. Through the years, he was actively involved with the 4-H Club as a leader, Greene County 4-H Foundation, Republic FFA Alumni, Greene County Extension Council and so many more.
Don and Kathy celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in February with a small family dinner.
Lately, they started their next chapter in retirement and began traveling and RVing.
He is survived by his wife Kathy, two daughters, Carrie Sissel and her husband Geof Waller, and Sarah DeGuire; a son, Justin Sissel and his wife Lisa; five grandchildren; a sister, Brenda Fuller; several nieces, nephews, and many other relatives and friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate considering a donation in Sissel’s memory to support the Missouri Junior Hereford Association, c/o Taylor Miller, 20500 Sioux Drive, Lebanon, MO 65536.
Funeral services were at 1 p.m., Wednesday, April 7, 2021 at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds, Central Buildings Event Center, Springfield under the direction of J.D. Lee and Sons Funeral Home, Rogersville. Burial followed at Jamesville Cemetery, Clever.
Visitation was from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, April 6, 2021 at J.D. Lee and Sons Funeral Home, Rogersville. Online condolences may be made at www.jdleeandsons.com.