Friday services set for Granby husband, father of two

Randy Edward England, age 34, of Granby, Mo., Beloved Husband, Father, Brother, Uncle, and Friend, was born October 25, 1976 in Joplin, Mo. Randy left this world on May 22, 2011, one of the many victims of Joplin’s devastating tornado. Randy leaves behind his wife of 14 years, Kelly Ann Barwick England; and their two wonderful children, Julie England, age 12 and Justin England, age 8. Randy was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Ruby Greer England.


Additional survivors include three brothers, Ricky England of Joplin, Danny and Gary England, both of Neosho; three sisters, Tereasa Neal of Seneca, Sherry Johnson and Carolyn Jarmin, both of Neosho; as well as many nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews.

Born and raised in the Newton County area, Randy attended Seneca High School. After leaving school, he joined the workforce, working for several years as a diesel mechanic and working for the past seven years as a La-Z-Boy employee at Neosho.

Randy loved his family, friends, and life with a great passion.

When he wasn’t attending his children’s activities or off on an adventure traveling or trading, he could be found at home with a group of family and friends Barbequing, watching movies, playing Rock-Band, or reading.

Randy always had time to help a child or a friend. He was always working on a project vehicle, including a panel van that had belonged to his father. Rand was a great organizer to plan fun trips with his family and friends, most recently, a Deep-Sea fishing trip to Texas. Randy had also taken up the game of Golf and he loved it. Randy will be missed by many.

Arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday at Hornet Christian Church. Interment will follow at Belfast Cemetery. Family and friends will gather at Hornet Christian Church following the interment to share fellowship and memories of Randy’s life. All are welcome.