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Donald L. Hibler, 88, of Tuscumbia, Missouri passed away Thursday, June 18, 2026 at Stonebridge Living Center in Lake Ozark, Missouri. He was born March 29, 1938 in Liberal, Kansas the son of the late Charles Everet and Luella (Horton) Hibler. On July 4, 1959 in Garden City, Kansas he was united in marriage to Judy Jane (Hands) Hibler who survives of the home.
Other survivors include,
Children, Diana Batts (Brian) of Eldon, MO; Jae Dena Machunis (Mike) of Star, ID; Donald L. Hibler Jr of Tuscumbia, MO; David Hibler (Noemi) of Encinitas, CA; Greg Hibler of Spokane Valley, WA
Nine Grandchildren; Thirteen Great-Grandchildren and One Great-Great-Grandchild
Along with his parents, ten siblings preceded him in death.
Donald was a member of the Mt. Zion Christian of Tuscumbia, MO. He was employed in the construction industry for most of his life where he had experience working with concrete, marble, tile and cement and also worked at a packing house in Liberal, KS.
Visitation will be Wednesday, June 24, 2026 from 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM at Phillips Funeral Home of Eldon, MO with a Graveside Service to follow at 2:00 PM at Gott Cemetery in Ulman, MO with Pastor Charlie Worstell officiating.
Memorials in his name are suggested to Mt. Zion Christian Church or Gott Cemetery.
Arrangements are under the direction and care of Phillips Funeral Home of Eldon, MO.
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