Ruth Hageman, 72, Galena, Mo.

Ruth Marie Hageman, 72, Galena, Mo. died, June 3, 2024.Born September 30, 1951, in Columbus, Ruth was the daughter of Donald and Vinita (Clevenger) Coble, Ruth was united in marriage to Jerry Hageman and they celebrated 46 years together and moved to the area in 1999. He survives.

Cassie Putman, 44, Riverton

Cassie L. Putman, 44, Riverton, died June 4, 2024, at Mercy Hospital in Joplin, Mo.Cassie was born October 13, 1979, in Neosho, Mo.She was a homemaker and enjoyed painting and spending time with her family. Cassie and Joseph Putman were united in marriage October 11, 2012, in Miami, Okla.

Ginger Ratliff, 81, Joplin, Mo.

Ginger Lou Ratliff, 81, Joplin, Mo. died Monday, June 3, 2024, at her son’s home in Commerce, Oklahoma.Born May 1, 1943, in Miami, Oklahoma, Ginger was the daughter of Vernon and Allene (Vanover) Minson.

Emma Lynn, 97, Columbus

Emma Jane Lynn, 97 a lifetime Columbus, resident, died Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at Medicalodge of Columbus.Born October 12, 1926 in Columbus, Emma was the daughter of James A. Ward and Edna Mae (Smith) Ward. Emma was united in marriage to Charles M. Lynn April 1, 1945 in Columbus.

Ronald Beecham, 69, Columbus

Ronald J. Beecham, 69, Columbus, died peacefully surrounded by family May 30, 2024, after a brief illness.Born December 15, 1954, in Columbus, Ron was the son of Clifford and Elizabeth “Betty” Beecham. He lived most of life his life in Columbus with only a few early years spent in Joplin, Mo.

Freda Andrews, 74, Columbus

Freda P. Andrews, 74, Columbus, died peacefully Saturday, June 1, 2024 surrounded by her loving husband and children.Born March 17,1950 in Columbus, Freda was the daughter of Clara Mae and Henry Burton.Freda attended Columbus schools and was a lifetime Columbus resident.

Rosemary How, 78, Baxter Springs

Rosemary Celeste How, 78, Baxter Springs died Thursday, May 30, 2024 at her home.Born April 21, 1946 in Joplin, Missouri, Mary was the daughter of Charles G. How and Neva B. (Mason) How. Mary retired from Celtron, Inc, in Galena after many years of service.

Tyrone Palmer, 63, Riverton

Tyrone Dale Palmer, 63, Riverton died unexpectedly May 29, 2024, from a tragic accident. The family is deeply saddened and shocked by Tyrone’s sudden death. Tyrone was born April 25, 1961. He attended school in Columbus and lived in Riverton for most of his life.

Virgil Martin, 91, Columbus

Virgil Paul “Pepper” Martin, 91, died suddenly Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at Mercy Hospital in Joplin, Missouri.Born July 16, 1932, in Columbus, Pepper was the son of the late Robert Lawrence and Cozy (Draeger) Martin. He was delivered by his grandmother at the family home.

Lenny Tush, 54, Seneca, Mo.

Lenny Dee Tush, 54, Seneca, Missouri, died Friday, May 24, 2024 at Freeman West Hospital in Joplin, Missouri.Born March 13, 1970 in Phoenix, Arizona, Lenny was the son of Frederick Lee and Carol (Blackmon) Tush.