Ozark Memorial Park- Cemetery & Crematory

08/28/2026

Sometimes, the world feels a little heavy.

So today, we just want to remind you to slow down, love your people, give grace freely, and be thankful for the moments that may seem ordinary now, because one day, you may realize they were the moments that mattered most. 🤍

Make the phone call. Take the picture. Say “I love you.” Forgive a little quicker. Hug a little longer.

Life is precious. Be kind. Be present. And never miss an opportunity to let someone know they matter.

From all of us at Ozark Memorial Park Cemetery & Crematory, we hope you have a peaceful and beautiful weekend. 🌿

08/27/2026

Steven Craig Jones, age 69, passed away at his home on Thursday, August 20, 2026...

Steven Craig Jones, age 69, passed away at his home on Thursday, August 20, 2026. He was born in Joplin, MO on November 30, 1956 to Louis (Jack) and Phyllis (Dickerson) Jones. He was a 1974 graduate of Memorial High School. In his teenage years, he worked at Griffs Hamburger and Wyatt’s Cafeteria ...

08/27/2026

Jackie Dewayne Blevins of Stella, MO, passed away on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at the age of 70, surrounded by family and loved ones...

Jackie Dewayne Blevins of Stella, MO, passed away on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at the age of 70, surrounded by family and loved ones. He was born on March 22, 1956, to Clovis and Vivian Blevins, and lived in the Stella area for most all his life. Jackie was truly a “Jack” of all trades. [...]

08/26/2026

Karson Kate Campbell was born into the arms of angels on August 23, 2026, at Freeman Hospital in Joplin, Missouri, weighing 4lb 4.4oz and measuring 17.5 inches long...

Karson Kate Campbell was born into the arms of angels on August 23, 2026, at Freeman Hospital in Joplin, Missouri, weighing 4lb 4.4oz and measuring 17.5 inches long. She was covered in love and prayer from the beginning, and though we did not get the time we hoped for, she filled our hearts with lov...

08/25/2026

✨ A NEW WAY TO KEEP YOUR LOVED ONE CLOSE ✨

We are so excited to introduce a new jewelry line at Ozark Memorial Park Crematory. Partnering with The Milky Way this collection is unlike our traditional cremation jewelry. 🤍

These beautiful pieces are handcrafted using ashes of your loved one, preserved dried flowers or other treasured memories, creating a one-of-a-kind keepsake made especially for you.

🌸 Flowers from a funeral or special arrangement
🤍 Other small, meaningful keepsakes
✨ More styles and designs to choose from
💍 Beautiful, wearable pieces made for everyday life

What we love most about this collection is how wearable it is. These pieces look and feel like jewelry you would choose simply because you love it, while quietly holding something incredibly meaningful inside.

A flower from their service.
A memory from a special day.
A tiny piece of something you never want to let go of.

Your memories. Preserved. Handcrafted. Worn close. 🤍

Stop by or contact Ozark Memorial Park Crematory; Joplin and Neosho to see the new collection and learn more about creating a piece of your own.

📍1700 E 4th Street Joplin, Mo 64801

📍1000 West Harmony suite A Neosho, Mo 64850

https://www.themilkywayjewelry.com/ozark

08/25/2026

Misty Darlene Skaggs, 53, of Joplin, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, August 13, 2026, at Freeman Hospital in Joplin, Missouri...

Misty Darlene Skaggs, 53, of Joplin, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, August 13, 2026, at Freeman Hospital in Joplin, Missouri. She was born on October 31, 1972, in Joplin, Missouri. She was a care giver in home health care, and a preschool teacher. She enjoyed painting, green thumb and nature, sw...

08/25/2026

Cecelia Marie Perry, 79, passed away peacefully after a lengthy illness at 6:50 p.m. on August 22, 2026, at Solace House in Joplin Missouri, surrounded by her loved ones...

Cecelia Marie Perry, 79, passed away peacefully after a lengthy illness at 6:50 p.m. on August 22, 2026, at Solace House in Joplin Missouri, surrounded by her loved ones. Cecelia was born July 3, 1947, to Vincent Charles and Irene Frances (Finnegan) Travis in Cold Spring, New York. She met Floyd Gen...

08/25/2026

Mary Sue was born on February 22, 1931, in Joplin, Missouri, to James J. and Edith Wheeler Farrell...

Mary Sue was born on February 22, 1931, in Joplin, Missouri, to James J. and Edith Wheeler Farrell. She was the youngest of four sisters, with Delores Hart of Seattle, Washington; Florence Nixon of Arlington, Texas; and Jacqueline Reiboldt of Wichita, Kansas. She was preceded in death by her parents...

08/24/2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother and grandmother, Vivian “Granny” Foster, 82, of Quapaw, Oklahoma...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother and grandmother, Vivian “Granny” Foster, 82, of Quapaw, Oklahoma. Vivian passed peacefully from this life into the arms of Jesus on August 21, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born January 12, 1944...

08/24/2026

Jeffrey H. McClain, 65, of Parsons, Kansas, passed away unexpectedly on August 17, 2026...

Jeffrey H. McClain, 65, of Parsons, Kansas, passed away unexpectedly on August 17, 2026. Jeffrey was born on November 23, 1960. He proudly served his country as a United States Marine Corps veteran. He loved living life on the road. Jeffrey was preceded in death by his parents, Carl McClain of Clari...