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.

Alfred Clark, 71, Joplin, Missouri, passed away Friday, June 5, 2026 in Carthage, Missouri. He was born on December 27,...
06/05/2026

Alfred Clark, 71, Joplin, Missouri, passed away Friday, June 5, 2026 in Carthage, Missouri. He was born on December 27, 1954.
Services are pending and will be announced by Knell Mortuary.

Steven Howard Danner, known to many as Steve, passed away on June 1, 2026, in Sarcoxie, Missouri, at the age of 79.He wa...
06/02/2026

Steven Howard Danner, known to many as Steve, passed away on June 1, 2026, in Sarcoxie, Missouri, at the age of 79.

He was born on January 15, 1947, in Carthage, Missouri, the son of the late Howard and Lucille (Canady) Danner. He carried himself with quiet strength and lived a life marked b...

Gabriel Lane Stokes, born on April 28, 1972, in Joplin, Missouri, the son of Curtiss and Carol (Henley) Stokes passed aw...
05/27/2026

Gabriel Lane Stokes, born on April 28, 1972, in Joplin, Missouri, the son of Curtiss and Carol (Henley) Stokes passed away on May 25, 2026, in Carthage, Missouri.

Gabriel graduated from Missouri State College with a Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications. As part of his college experience,...

Pending obituary.
05/14/2026

Pending obituary.

Linden Carroll Andrews (“Linny”) was born on November 1, 2022, in Joplin, Missouri, to Jacob and Hannah (Dodson) Andrews...
05/13/2026

Linden Carroll Andrews (“Linny”) was born on November 1, 2022, in Joplin, Missouri, to Jacob and Hannah (Dodson) Andrews. Linny passed away May 8, 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri, leaving behind a family and community who will forever cherish her memory and the time with her that the Lord gave to them...

Richard Ray England, known to many as Rick, Carthage, Missouri, passed away on May 4, 2026, in Mt. Vernon, Missouri, at ...
05/05/2026

Richard Ray England, known to many as Rick, Carthage, Missouri, passed away on May 4, 2026, in Mt. Vernon, Missouri, at the age of 77.

Rick was born on October 24, 1948, in Carthage, Missouri, the son of the late James and Ruth (Goodnight), England. Rick attended Carthage High School and wa...

Roger John Kolstad, known to many simply as Roger, passed away on April 30, 2026, in Carthage, Missouri, at the age of 8...
05/01/2026

Roger John Kolstad, known to many simply as Roger, passed away on April 30, 2026, in Carthage, Missouri, at the age of 82. He was born on November 13, 1943, in Eagle Bend, Minnesota, the son of the late Gust and Clara (Thorpe) Kolstad, where he began a life that would be marked by hard work, steady ...

Richard Lee Wolsey, Jr., 62, Carthage, Missouri, known affectionately as Rick, passed away on Thursday evening, April 23...
04/24/2026

Richard Lee Wolsey, Jr., 62, Carthage, Missouri, known affectionately as Rick, passed away on Thursday evening, April 23, 2026, at Mercy Hospital, Joplin, Missouri. Rick was born on April 14, 1964, in Carthage, Missouri, the son of Richard Lee Wolsey, Sr. and Harriett Wiles.

He graduated fro...

Gayle Ann Turner, 63, Carthage, Missouri, passed away on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at her home. She was born on November ...
04/23/2026

Gayle Ann Turner, 63, Carthage, Missouri, passed away on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at her home. She was born on November 4, 1962, in Las Vegas, Nevada, the daughter of Clive H. Lorenz and Elaine M. (Crawford) Lorenz. Gayle lived a life marked by love, friendship, and a spirit of adventure that touche...

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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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