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Kathy Jo Phillips, of Republic passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side, on Feb. 13, 2026, at the age of 76. She was born in Lubbock, Texas, on July 9, 1949, to Robert and Elizabeth “Katherine” (Brewer) Grantham.
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Charles Roady Isaacs, 84, of Republic, passed away peacefully on Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026. He was born Feb. 7, 1942, in Ponca City, Okla. He lived a life marked by faith, dedication, and deep love for his family.
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Bill Wayne Gilmore, of Republic passed away on Feb. 17, 2026, at the age of 94. He was born on Jan. 5, 1932, in Clever, to Harrison and Bessie (Wilson) Gilmore and was one of three children in the home.
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Theresa “Tess” Friend, 69, of Walnut Grove, passed away on Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026. She was born Sept. 6, 1956, in Springfield, to Allen and Shirley (Crussell) Christian.
Levi C. Barnts was born July 1, 1925, the son of Mabel and Guy Barnts, and departed this life on February 11, 2026 at the age of 100 years, 7 months and 11 days.
Robert “Bob” Snook, 93, passed away peacefully at Missouri Veterans Home in Mt. Vernon on Feb. 3, 2026. He was born on April 11, 1932, in Washburn, to John and Blanche (Haddock) Snook.
Jacob “Jake” Kyle Rauch, of Springfield, formerly of Billings, passed away on Feb. 3, 2026. He was born on July 22, 1987, and was the son of William D. and Gail Ann Rauch. He was raised in Billings, alongside his brother Josh, on the family farm.
Joyce Louise Johnson, born on Feb. 3, 1962, passed away peacefully in her daughter’s home on Feb. 8, 2026. She was raised in Nixa by her loving parents Arvel and Ruby Blevins.
