Jimmie G Hagewood

Jimmie Gene Hagewood, 92, of Billings, Missouri, passed away on December 27, 2025, in his home after a long battle with lymphoma. He was born near Republic, Missouri on August 20, 1933, to Oca and Gladys Hagewood. He graduated from Republic High School in 1951 and married Faye Brashers in 1954. To this union, two children were born- Mike and Ann. In 1993, Jimmie retired from the Springfield plant of Syntex Agribusiness, formerly known as Hoffman-Taff, after 33 years of service. He thoroughly enjoyed retirement and tending to his cows, chickens, and large garden, from which he liked to share his produce. He and Faye took many bus tours throughout the country and Canada. Jimmie loved to watch his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren participate in their various activities, whether it be basketball, football, cheerleading, marching band competitions, band concerts, or symphonies. Jimmie is survived by his wife of 71 years, Faye; their son Mike Hagewood and his wife Dannetta, Billings, Missouri, daughter Ann Meyer and her husband Keith, Aurora, Missouri; grandsons Dusty Hagewood and his wife Lindsey, Andy Hagewood and his wife Amber; granddaughter Kendall Meyer; great-grandchildren Brenley, Charlie, Harrison, Olivia, and Nora Hagewood. He is also survived by his sisters, Dorothy High, Ermal Vernick, and Sharon Crosswhite, along with several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Roy Lee and Johnie, and an infant sister. Jimmie was a long time member of Hopewell Baptist church and appreciated his church family. Jimmie's family will receive friends and relatives on Friday, January 02, 2026, from 10 a.m. - 12 noon at Meadors Funeral Home (314 N Main, Republic, MO). Funeral services will follow at 12 noon. Jimmie will be laid to rest in Blades Chapel Cemetery following his funeral services. Services are under the direction of Meadors Funeral Home and online condolences may be made at www.meadorsfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Blades Chapel Cemetery in care of Meadors Funeral Home or Bank of Billings, PO Box 70, Billings, MO 65610.