Daniel Burkeybile, 55, Quapaw, Okla.

Daniel Lee “Danny” Burkybile, 55, Quapaw, Okla., died Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at his home.Born August 23, 1970 in San Antonio, Texas, he had lived in the Picher, Okla. and Quapaw, Okla. areas all his life and graduated from Quapaw High School with the Class of 1988.

Charles Miller, 80, Galena

Charles Leroy Miller, 80, Galena, known affectionately as Leroy to his friends and family, died peacefully February 22, 2026, in Joplin, Mo.Born September 15, 1945, in Cape Fair, Mo., Leroy was a man whose life was defined by his unwavering kindness and love for his family.

Leslie Broyles, 81, Gainesville, Fla.

Lieutenant Colonel Leslie Joe Broyles (“Joe”), 81, Gainesville, Fla., formerly of Topeka, died peacefully Friday, February 13, at Radiance of Gainesville Assisted Living Facility.Born July 6, 1944, in Miami, Okla., Joe was the son of Leslie Elmer Broyles and June McCoy.

Terry Grotheer, 75, Pittsburg

Terry C. Grotheer, 75, Pittsburg, died at 6:35 a.m. Thursday, February 19, 2026, at his home.Born September 10, 1950, in Pittsburg, Terry was the son of Margaret and Leslie Grotheer. He attended Pittsburg schools and graduated from Pittsburg High School in 1968.

John Swager, 82, Carl Junction, Mo.

John Wayne Swager, 82, Carl Junction, Missouri, died February 18, 2026, at Freeman West Hospital in Joplin, Missouri.Born October 30, 1943, in Cherokee County, John was the son of Sam and Mary Swager.

Johnnie Murray Jr., 64, Riverton

Johnnie Joseph Murray Jr., 64, Riverton, died at 5:15 p.m. February 20, 2026, surrounded by family and friends after a long courageous battle with health issues.Born July 23, 1961, Johnnie was the son of Gladys and Johnnie Murray Sr. He was the only son with five sisters.

Donna Robinette, 60, Galena

Donna Robinette, 60, Galena, died February 16, 2026, following a sudden illness. She will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all who knew her.Born December 22, 1965, in Memphis, Texas, Donna was the daughter of Riley and Martha (George) Huggins.

James Miranda, 64, Baxter Springs

James “Jimmy” Miranda 64, Baxter Springs, died Monday February 16, 2026 at Mercy Hospital.Born March 7, 1961 in Oakland Calif., Jimmy was the son of James and Hazel Miranda.

Thomas Lee, 76, Joplin, Mo.

Thomas Edwin Lee, 76, Joplin, Missouri, died February 21, 2026.Born July 19, 1949, Thomas was the son of Edwin and Willie (Bruton) Lee.Thomas’s early years were spent in the company of horses, a passion he inherited from his father, a respected horse trainer.

Anna Chambers, 91, Overland Park

Anna Lucille Chambers, 91, Overland Park, died peacefully February 21, 2026.Born October 30, 1934, Lucille lived a full and faithful life of 91 years, marked by her unwavering Christian faith, her dedication to family, and her quiet but profound influence on those around her.