Obituaries

Ellen Marie (Thompson) Grams, went to meet the Lord and gained her wings at home with her daughters by her side January 24. She was born on June 11, 1968, the daughter of Wilfred Herman Thomas and Shirley Jean (Turner) Thompson in Davenport, Iowa.

Harold Raymond Coatney Sr., 72, of Flippin, peacefully passed away at his home on January 27, 2025. He was born in Willow Springs, Missouri on August 29, 1952, the son of Delbert and Mary (Bennett) Coatney.

Stephanie Cross, born on October 3, 1982, passed away on January 24, 2025. She was proceeded in death by her infant son, loving grandmother, and dear friend Jane Henley. She was a dedicated Qualified Behavioral Health Professional (QBHP) for Youth Bridge and Burrell Behavioral Health.

Paul “Pauly” David Waters, 66, of Omaha, passed away with his wife and fur baby by his side on January 22, 2025, at his home. He was born on February 28, 1958, in Kansas City, Missouri, the son of Paul Denver and Gladys Maire (Keck) Waters.

Ken pursued a successful career in computer programming, working in the credit reporting and healthcare industries specializing in PICBASIC. He raised a beautiful and intelligent daughter who shared similar technical expertise. An avid photographer, reader and sci-fi enthusiast, Ken captured many memories through his lens.

Gary Dean Ikerd, 82, of Peel, passed away at Hospice of the Ozarks in Mountain Home, on January 10, 2025. He was born on July 4, 1942, in Bolivar, Missouri, the son of Henry and Dean (Basham) Ikerd.