Knell Mortuary

Knell Mortuary Knell Mortuary provides funeral, memorial, personalization, aftercare, pre-planning and cremation services in Carthage, Missouri.

In 1882, Ed Knell started a funeral home on the south side of the Carthage square. His new business was based on the simple principles of hard Knell Mortuary work, personal service, respect, dignity and compassion. Four generations of family, three locations and almost 120 years later, Ed's founding principles are still being practiced as the Knell Mortuary moves into its' third century of serving

families in their time of need. The staff, which boasts over 125 years of combined funeral industry service and experience, is here to assist you with one of the most difficult tasks you may ever face---planning the funeral of a loved one. They strive to create meaningful, individualized services for each family because they understand the personal nature of grief and want you to feel secure in your decision to choose them as your Funeral professional.

Tessa Joy Hobbs, was born on December 1, 2025. On August 31, 2026 her heart stopped in her sleep and she passed away in ...
09/01/2026

Tessa Joy Hobbs, was born on December 1, 2025. On August 31, 2026 her heart stopped in her sleep and she passed away in her home in Carthage, MO, just one day before she reached 9 months of age. Tessa’s short life was complicated by a heart condition that kept her in living in Cardinal Glennon Child...

Mary Jane “Jane” Kelly, age 87, passed away peacefully in Joplin, Missouri, on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, at 1:45 p.m.,...
08/31/2026

Mary Jane “Jane” Kelly, age 87, passed away peacefully in Joplin, Missouri, on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, at 1:45 p.m., with her family at her side.

Jane was born Mary Jane Girdley in West Plains, Missouri, on December 15, 1938, to Roland and Gladys Lucile (Wilcoxon) Girdley. She g...

David Lee Eiken, known to family and friends as Dave, passed away on August 24, 2026, in Carthage, Missouri, at the age ...
08/25/2026

David Lee Eiken, known to family and friends as Dave, passed away on August 24, 2026, in Carthage, Missouri, at the age of 59. He was born on March 21, 1967, in Harrisonville, Missouri, and lived a life marked by kindness, creativity, and a genuine love for the people around him.

Dave was a ...

Robert Leroy Heesch, 63, Jasper, Missouri, known to many as Bob, passed away on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at his home. ...
08/22/2026

Robert Leroy Heesch, 63, Jasper, Missouri, known to many as Bob, passed away on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at his home. Bob was born on January 30, 1963, in Rapid City, South Dakota, the son of the late Robert L. Heesch and Rosie (Trout) Heesch. He lived a life marked by hard work, loyalty, and a ge...

William Bruce "Bill' Overholser, age 76, Joplin, Missouri passed away early Wednesday morning August 19, 2206, at Aspire...
08/19/2026

William Bruce "Bill' Overholser, age 76, Joplin, Missouri passed away early Wednesday morning August 19, 2206, at Aspire Senior Living in Joplin, Missouri. He was born on November 23, 1949, in Detroit, Michigan the son of the late Clare and Ruth (Hartman) Overholser.

Per Bill's wishes the...

Judith Gail Stubblefield, known to family and friends as Gail, passed away on August 16, 2026, in Carthage, Missouri, at...
08/18/2026

Judith Gail Stubblefield, known to family and friends as Gail, passed away on August 16, 2026, in Carthage, Missouri, at the age of 82.

Gail was born on November 29, 1943, in Benton, Arkansas, the daughter of the late Hughlin and Lillian (Keil) O’Kelley. She grew up in Benton and was a devot...

Connie Gaye Thompson, 72, of Carthage, Missouri, passed away early Friday morning, August 7, 2026 at her home with famil...
08/09/2026

Connie Gaye Thompson, 72, of Carthage, Missouri, passed away early Friday morning, August 7, 2026 at her home with family by her side. She was born on September 25, 1954, in Carthage, Missouri, the daughter of the late Leland Jackson and Genevieve (Eagan) Jackson. Connie lived a life marked by love,...

Pending obituary.
08/07/2026

Pending obituary.

Billie Gail Oetting, age 90, Carthage, Missouri, known lovingly to family and friends as Gail, passed away on Thursday, ...
08/07/2026

Billie Gail Oetting, age 90, Carthage, Missouri, known lovingly to family and friends as Gail, passed away on Thursday, August 6, 2026, at Oak Pointe, Carthage. Gail was born on February 22, 1936, in Mansfield, Missouri, the daughter of the late Alton Burke “Bill” Dennis and Francis Faye (Ingles) De...

Timothy Wade Maggard II, known to many as Tim, passed away on July 28, 2026, in Neosho, Missouri, at the age of 40.Tim w...
07/29/2026

Timothy Wade Maggard II, known to many as Tim, passed away on July 28, 2026, in Neosho, Missouri, at the age of 40.

Tim was born on May 29, 1986, in Carthage, Missouri, the son of Timothy and Candy (Thiessen) Maggard and he lived a life marked by kindness, adventure, and devotion to the peop...

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308 W Chestnut Street
Carthage, MO
64836

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+14173582105

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