With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Gerald Loveland (Ozark, Missouri), born in Bruner, Missouri, who passed away on January 5, 2024 at the age of 83. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Clifford Loveland and Kate Loveland (Hull); his wife Norma Beck of Cassville, Missouri.; his grandson Clint Loveland; and his brother Billy Joe Loveland.

He is survived by : his children, Clay Loveland (Jonna) of Sparta, Tammy Case (Jim) of Sparta, Brian Loveland (Sherri) of Nixa and Joy Finney (Tony) of Sparta; and his grandchildren, Jennifer Anderson (Curtis), Joshua Loveland (Daphne), Jason Loveland (Tara), Jacob Finney (Dandy), Whitney Sparkman (Landon), Dusty Loveland (Marissa), Kendra Case-Applegate (BJ Applegate), Kayla Dishman (Zack Dishman) and Garrett Case. He is also survived by 24 great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Sparta Schools Athletic Programs or The Loveland Scholarship fund at Sparta High School.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Barnes Family Funeral Home