Gary L. DeRosier

Gary L. DeRosier obituary, Springfield, MO

Gary L. DeRosier

Gary DeRosier Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Buchanan Funeral Home - Monett on Mar. 16, 2026.
Gary DeRosier, 75, formerly of Monett, Missouri, passed away Saturday, March, 14, 2026 while staying in the Hopedale Cottage in Ozark, MO.

Gary was born May 18, 1950 in New Hampton, IA, the son of Maurice George DeRosier and Virginia (Schmidt) Kohlmeyer. Gary graduated from Turkey Valley High School in Junction Valley, IA. He served his country honorably in the United States Air Force. He was a radio announcer for many stations in the state of Iowa.

Gary was preceded in death by his parents.

There are no services planned at this time. Inurnment will be in the Missouri Veterans Cemetery in Springfield, MO at a later date. Arrangements are under the personal care and direction of Buchanan Funeral Home, Monett, MO.

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301 Euclid Avenue P.O. Box 424, Monett, MO 65708

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