As of Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Cities without a state are in Missouri
Aug. 1, 1960 – April 14, 2025
With heavy hearts and fond memories, we announce the passing of a charismatic and courageous woman, Rebecca Lynn Frey. Known to many as “Becky or Beck,” she was born Aug. 1, 1960, in Newport Beach, Calif., and lived a spirited and loving life until April 14, 2025. For 47 years, Rebecca called Webb City, her home, where she filled her days with the simple joys of life, her family, and her beloved dogs.
Rebecca was a devoted wife to her husband, Mike, for 33 years, and a loving mother and grandmother to her daughter Jackie and her husband Brandon; her son, Lil’ Mike and his wife Marilyn; four granddaughters, Maisie, Reegin, Leilynn and Mia; and two granddogs, Luke and Witcher. Rebecca was also a pillar of strength and resilience in their lives. Her career was a testament to her spirit; she started on the powder line at Dyno Nobel, and through determination and hard work, retired as a supervisor of the Shell House after 38 years of service. Her story of professional accomplishment remains an inspiration to many.
In retirement, Rebecca enjoyed her Mustang, doing puzzles, walking her dog, Bo-Duke, fishing with her husband, and swimming in her pool with her grandkids. She loved to cook for her family, and she always made sure no one left hungry. She also enjoyed listening to music and losing herself in the pages of a good book. She cherished her relationships with her brothers, Herbie and Doy, their wives Patsy and Ruth, and her sister Darlene, fondly known as Sissy, and her husband Glenn.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 22, at Simpson Funeral Home. A visitation will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. Monday, April 21 at the same venue. (Note from the family: Don’t feel that you have to dress up for her services, she wanted everyone to dress comfortably and casual just like her!)
Sept. 19, 1962 – April 6, 2025
Jillyn Alicia Himes, 62, of Webb City, passed away Sunday, April 6, 2025. No services are planned at this time.
Cremation arrangements are under the personal care and direction of Hedge-Lewis-Goodwin Funeral Home.
July 2, 1940 – April 10, 2025
Kenneth Leroy McClintock, age 84, of Carterville, passed peacefully at his home, surrounded by family, on Thursday, April 10, 2025. Kenneth was born July 2, 1940, in Brookfield, to the late Leroy and Aletha (Warren) McClintock.
Kenneth grew up in Carterville and graduated from Carterville High School. Soon after graduation, Kenneth enlisted into the U.S. Navy. He married Sharon Dillon on August 24, 1963. Kenneth was a long-time employee of Atlas Powder Co., retiring after 39 years of service to the company.
Kenneth’s faith was a huge part of his life. He was a member of Carterville United Methodist Church, where he and Sharon were very active, serving in many areas.
Other than his parents, Kenneth is preceded in death by a son, Bradley McClintock; a daughter in-law, Kelly McClintock; sisters, Judy Nelson and Marilyn Newman, and a brother, Larry McClintock.
He is survived by his wife, Sharon McClintock, of Carterville; a son, Kevin McClintock (Kathleen), Joplin; a grandson, Jude McClintock, Hot Springs, Ark.; a brother, Roger McClintock, Carterville; a sister, Gloria Scott (Kent), Belton; numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and many friends.
A memorial service will take place at 10:30 a.m. Friday, April 18, 2025, at Hedge-Lewis Funeral Home. It will be preceded by a visitation at 10 a.m. Following the service, committal of ashes will take place at Mt. Hope Cemetery, with full military honors.
Memorial contributions may be made to Carterville United Methodist Church.
June 9, 1954 – April 2, 2025
Terri Kaye Rose, 70 passed away peacefully in her home on April 2, 2025. Born on June 9, 1954, in Joplin, Terri was a retired women’s health nurse practitioner.
Terri grew up in the Carterville and Webb City area, and graduated from Webb City High School in 1972. Upon graduation, Terri moved to Southern California to attend nursing school. She became a licensed vocational nurse (LVN) in 1979, and a registered nurse (RN) in 1982. She then became a women’s health care nurse practitioner in 1984, earning her degree from University of California, Los Angeles, Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. Terri continued to work in the field while furthering her education and earned her bachelor’s degree in nursing in 1992 from California State University, Dominquez Hills. Terri had extensive experience working in the field of women’s health over her many years in the profession and was always dedicated to both caring for and educating her patients.
Terri is survived by her two daughters, Meghan Lenora Jeffries and her family, husband Jared, and children Hugh and Vivian; and daughter Kaisley Suzanne Pitts and her family, husband Cory, and children John and Rhetta, and baby girl due in July 2025. Terri is also survived by her six siblings: Jerry “Butch” Rose, John (Beverly) Rose, Judy (Doug) Thomas, Steve Rose, Tammy Rose Northing, and Gary (Kathie) Rose, as well as 13 nieces and nephews and numerous great nieces and nephews. Terri was preceded in death by her parents, Leonard and Lenora Rose.
Funeral services were held Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at Ulmer Funeral Home in Carthage. Burial was in Carterville Cemetery. Pallbearers were Jared Jeffries, Cory Pitts, John Rose, Gary Rose, Steve Rose, and Cody Rose. Honorary pallbearers are Nathan Keith and Jamey Northing.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Joplin Humane Society.
Nov. 29, 1949 – April 8, 2025
Gary C. “Stoney” Stone, 75, of Carterville, passed away Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at his home. Gary was born Nov. 28, 1949, in Kansas City, to Frank Stone and Margaret Bowling. He was a long-time Carterville resident.
Stoney retired from Schreiber Foods after 30 plus years. He loved hot coffee and conversation and cherished his friendships. Stoney didn’t know a stranger!
Gary is survived by a son, Ryan Stone (Greg), of Summerville, S.C.; a daughter, Amanda Stone (David), of Carthage; one sister, Sharon Blankenship (Bob), of Carthage; and one beloved granddaughter, Mia Miles.
Gary is preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Margaret Stone; a sister, Carolyn Blevins, and several dear friends.
Arrangements are under the direction of Ulmer Funeral Home.
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