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Earl Leslie Beckman
(Jul 29, 2026 - 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 lived most of his life in La Plata, Missouri. He worked in lawn care, shoveling snow, and was well known for being the projectionist at the Green Theater. Earl enjoyed collecting stamps and coins and watching trains and silent movies.
Graveside services will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, July 20, 2026, in the La Plata Cemetery.
His family request memorials in memory of Earl L. Beckman be made to Travis Funeral Chapel for funeral …
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Karen J. Wood
(May 22, 1950 - Jun 05, 2026)
Karen Jean Wood, age 76, of La Plata, Missouri, passed away at home surrounded by her family on June 5, 2026.
Karen was born on May 22, 1950 in Kirksville, Missouri, the daughter of Loy and Ruby Voyles. On December 18, 1966, Karen was united in marriage to the love of her life Glenn Wood.
Karen is survived by her loving daughters, Kayla (Matt) Belt and Kelcey (Ralph) Smith; four grandchildren, Weston (Cali) …
Keith L. Bailey
(Jun 17, 1939 - Jun 01, 2026)
Keith L. Bailey, age 86, of La Plata, Missouri, passed away Monday, June 1, 2026, at his home.
Born June 17, 1939, in Morningsun, Iowa, the son of Farris and Lottie (Belzer) Bailey. On October 19, 1958, in La Plata, Missouri, he was united in marriage to Karen Crosby who survives.
Also surviving are two children, Kelly (Robert) Hill and Kenner Bailey; three grandchildren, Shelby (Jared) Lung, Jared and Zachary Hill; two great …
William "Bill" Albert Simpson
(Aug 04, 1941 - May 17, 2026)
William “Bill” Albert Simpson, age 84, of La Plata, Missouri, passed away Sunday, May 17, 2026, at the La Plata Nursing Home in La Plata, Missouri.
Born August 4, 1941, in Robinson, Illinois, the middle child of the Reverend Keith and Josephine (Eickmann) Simpson. On March 14, 1981, in Camden, Arkansas, he was united in marriage to Linda Hudgens who preceded him in death on August 6, 2025.
Also preceding him in death …
Calvin Lee Allen
(Nov 26, 1959 - May 04, 2026)
Calvin Lee Allen, age 66, of Elmer, Missouri, passed away Monday, May 4, 2026, at his home.
Born November 26, 1959, in Kirksville, Missouri, the son of Walter and Crystal (Hoffman) Allen. In August of 1993, he was united in marriage to Susan Buster who survives.
Also surviving is one daughter, Lana (Ben) Allen-Parker of Macon, Missouri; one sister, Lori Gill of Bevier, Missouri; one brother, Larry Allen of Elmer, Missouri; one granddaughter, …
