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08/29/2026

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08/28/2026

It can be overwhelming to know what to do after losing someone you love. Our staff is here to guide you with compassion and care to ensure everything falls into place so you can focus on your mourning.

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08/28/2026

🇺🇸 It Was an Honor to Serve the Filis Family 🇺🇸

It was truly an honor for all of us at Rea Funeral Chapel and Sedalia Cremation Center to serve the Filis family as they remembered and honored the life of Peter Filis. 🇺🇸

Serving our military families is always a privilege. There is something incredibly moving about watching a veteran receive the military honors they earned through a lifetime of service—and Peter’s tribute was especially powerful. 🇺🇸

Peter answered the call to serve his country when he enlisted in the United States Air Force. From September 1983 until his retirement in March 2021, he devoted nearly 38 years of his life to military service, including combat deployments to Afghanistan, Iraq, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia.

🇺🇸 His distinguished career reflected an extraordinary commitment to duty, service, sacrifice, and love of country. 🇺🇸

The military honors provided by the Whiteman Air Force Honors Team, along with Sedalia VFW Post #2591, were incredibly impressive and deeply moving. The playing of Taps and the final military salute created a moment that I know those in attendance will not soon forget. 🇺🇸

And then came an extraordinary tribute.

✈️🇺🇸 Peter earned the distinguished honor of a flyover by two A-10 jets from Whiteman Air Force Base—a powerful sight overhead and a fitting final salute to a man who gave nearly four decades of his life in service to our nation. 🇺🇸✈️

To Peter’s family, thank you for allowing us the privilege of walking alongside you and helping honor a life of such dedicated service.

And to Peter—thank you for your service, your sacrifice, and your devotion to our country. 🇺🇸

May we never forget those who answer the call. 🇺🇸

Family to Family, Ours Is Committed To Yours.

08/28/2026

Devon Daniel Stark

Devon Daniel Stark, 43, of Sedalia, Missouri, passed away on August 22, 2026, in Warsaw, Missouri. He was born on April 24, 1983, in Parker Prairie, Minnesota, the son of Daniel E. Stark and Deborah J. (Moeller) Stark, who reside in Center Town, Missouri.

He met his wife, Summer R. (Ingraham) Stark, and son, Rylee A. West, in 2014. Devon and Summer were later united in marriage on November 1, 2020, in Sedalia, MO. Summer and Rylee both reside in the home.

They share a love only others could dream of - truly unconditional.

Devon worked in the HVAC field throughout much of his career and most recently worked at Duke Manufacturing in Sedalia.

He was a daily reminder to be genuine, direct, determined, and to always build your intelligence. He was truly a blessing who loved life and wanted nothing but to have others love theirs. His insane greatness in the kitchen was the root of any gathering. There was not a single occasion when someone would leave without a full belly made with love. His ability brought family, friends, and strangers together without hesitation.

His smile always lit up the room, his laugh was contagious, his hugs filled you with warmth, and he loved wholeheartedly! He had an amazing soul that he shared with people and animals alike. He was dedicated not only to his family but also to his dogs. They, too, were literally this man's best friends. He continuously enjoyed them and his family while exploring some of his favorite hobbies: swimming, fishing, boating, traveling, four-wheeling, and pretty much anything outdoors. If indoors, he could often be sighted at his son's football games or wrestling matches. He brought adventure and quality conversation wherever he went.

Devon is survived by his wife, Summer; his son, Rylee; his parents, Deborah Stark and Daniel Stark; his brother, Damien D. Stark, his wife, Brittany D. (Smith) Stark, and their family; and so many other family members and friends whose lives were made better simply by knowing him.

Devon was cremated, and arrangements are in the care of Rea Funeral Chapel. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at Katy Park Shelter #1, starting at 12:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be made to the Smith-Cotton High School Football or Wrestling programs in Devon's memory. Checks should be made payable to Smith-Cotton High School and earmarked for either the Football program or Wrestling program in memory of Devon Stark.

Devon's life was far too short, but the impact he had on the people around him cannot be measured in years. He will be remembered for his love of family, his thrill, his laughter, and the good times that seemed to follow wherever he went. Most of all, he will be remembered by the people he loved - and who loved him - as someone whose family meant everything to him.

View Devon Daniel Stark's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

08/27/2026

As we reflect on July, we pause to honor the families who entrusted Rea Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services with the care of their loved ones. It was a privilege to serve each family during such an important time.

08/25/2026

It is an honor to handle the services of our nation's veterans, ensuring they receive the respect and recognition they deserve. We are deeply grateful for their service and are committed to providing a dignified farewell.