Upcoming Services
Lena Marie Paluzzi
(Dec 19, 1950 - Aug 17, 2026)
Lena Marie Paluzzi, age 75, of Novelty, Missouri, passed away Monday, August 17, 2026, at Boone Hospital Center in Columbia, Missouri.
Born December 19, 1950, in Novinger, Missouri, the daughter of Arthur Otto and Patricia Lucille (Dorman) Williams.
Surviving is her husband of 32 years, Orlando “Joe” Paluzzi; four sons, Glen (Donna) Burke, Robert (Amy) Burke, Mike Burke, and Patrick Burke; two brothers, John Wesley (Sandra) Williams and Arthur “Lester” (Ruth Ann Schleif) Williams; one sister, Arthythe (Ralph Jennerjohn) Curtis; eight grandchildren, Chelsea (Darin) Andorfer, Tegan Burke, Kamron (Gage) Rainey, Daniel, Mack, and Rowen Burke, Kathleen (Chandler) Courtright, and Kayla (Luke) Wallace; ten great grandchildren, Erik, Jaxson, Aurelia, and Hazel Wallace, Odin and Parker Andorfer, Hayden and Layne Rainey, Oakley, Emmett, and Lila Courtright; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Her parents; one sister, Gale Williams; one brother, Jimmie Williams; and one daughter-in-law, Kristina Lynn “Krissy” Burke …
Recent Services
Richard "Rich" Rhea
(Oct 03, 1962 - Aug 10, 2026)
Richard “Rich” Rhea, 63, of La Plata, Missouri, passed away on Monday, August 10, 2026 at Boone Hospital Center.
Rich was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend whose life reflected his deep love for family, faith, and the simple joys of everyday living. He genuinely enjoyed time with those he loved and was known for always showing up for the people in his life.
He worked at Orscheln Farm and Home for …
Sharon B. Carney
(Oct 21, 1935 - Jul 29, 2026)
Sharon B. Carney, age 90, of Macon, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at Loch Haven Nursing Home in Macon, Missouri.
Born October 21, 1935, in Upland, California, the daughter of Tresler and Grace (Hiebert) Boshart. On March 7, 1964, in Upland, California, she was united in marriage to Alan Carney who preceded her in death on November 11, 2013.
Also preceding her in death were her parents; brother, Bruce Boshart; and …
Dolores V. Davis
(Apr 17, 1931 - Jul 20, 2026)
Dolores V. (Stafford) Davis, age 95, of La Plata, Missouri, passed away Monday, July 20, 2026, at Loch Haven Nursing Home in Macon, Missouri, where she had been a resident for a short time.
Born April 17, 1931, in Waterloo, Iowa, she was the daughter of Jim and Ruby (Ruggles) Stafford. On May 28, 1950, she was united in marriage to Olin J. “Tobe” Davis who preceded her in death on July 19, 1998.
…Earl Leslie Beckman
(Jul 29, 1938 - Jul 14, 2026)
Earl L. Beckman, age 87, of La Plata, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at the La Plata Nursing Home in La Plata, Missouri.
Born July 29, 1938, in the state of Iowa, he was the son of Henry and Daisy (Head) Beckman.
Surviving is one sister, Barb Grable of Kirksville, Missouri and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
His parents and one sister, Shirley Walker-Cheatum preceded him in death.
Earl …
