Ivan Earney Obituary
Ivan was a lifelong resident of Steelville, MO and had attended Steelville High School. He worked in construction for many years with Mark Harris, Meramec Transformers in Cuba, MO and other manufacturing companies. Ivan had a deep love for the outdoors. He found joy in riding motorcycles, restoring old cars, crafting cabinets, and spending peaceful days along the river. He was a true craftsman and outdoorsman at heart. Known for his sociable spirit, Ivan enjoyed connecting with others and was always ready for a good conversation. He will be dearly missed by family, friends and all that knew him.
He was preceded in death by his parents-in-law John and Melba Doss; brothers-in-law Larry Davis and Mike Harris; and great nephew Skylar Glore.
Ivan is survived by his wife Vickie Earney of Steelville, MO; parents Lloyd "Red" and Charlotte Earney of Steelville, MO; step daughters, Kerri Setzer (companion, Corey Patterson) of Waterloo, IL and Kayla Doss of Steelville, MO; siblings, Billie Davis of Ozark, MO, Roy Earney and Valanna (husband, Gene) Garms both of Steelville, MO; grandchildren, Cora, Lyla, Kaylie, Kenzie, Allie (companion, Korbin), and Hannah; great grandson, Anthony; special nieces, Jennifer (husband, Kevin) Glore of Steelville, MO and Jessica (husband, Levi) Marks of Burnsville, NC.; special nephews, JR Davis of Ozark, MO and Chris Davis of Jersey City, NY; nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Visitation is from 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM on Friday, October 3, 2025, at Hutson Funeral Home in Steelville, MO. Celebration of Life will immediately follow at 6:00 PM. The family chose cremation as Ivan's final disposition and will have an inurnment at Wesco Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the family or Hutson Funeral Home to help with final expenses.
Arrangements under the direction of Hutson Funeral Home, Steelville, MO.
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Valerie Spurgeon
September 19, 2025
The Earney's have been good friends for many years. I am sad for your loss. If I was there, I would hug you all. Our Church in Catoosa, OK, is praying for the whole Family as you all navigate this time. I'm thinking of you all. Please give Valanna much love from me. I pray God comforts you all and you seek Him above all. With genuine love.
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