Marshall Nurse Angie Lybarger Remembered for Compassionate Care

Lybarger, who worked at Fitzgibbon Hospital and other local medical centers, passed away at age 44.

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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Angela Lea 'Angie' Lybarger, a longtime resident of Marshall, Missouri, passed away on February 11, 2026 at the age of 44. Lybarger had a passion for helping people, especially those struggling with mental health issues, and dedicated her career to nursing and psychiatric care. She worked at Fitzgibbon Hospital, Howerton Integrated Medical Center, and HCC Network, providing compassionate treatment to patients.

Why it matters

Lybarger's death is being mourned by the Marshall community, where she was known for her dedication to mental health services and her caring approach with patients. Her work highlighted the important role that nurses and nurse practitioners play in addressing mental health needs, especially in smaller communities.

The details

Lybarger received her bachelor's degrees in psychology and nursing, and later earned her psychiatric nurse practitioner certification. She worked in various roles, including as a nurse, nurse manager, and nurse practitioner, in the behavioral health units of local medical centers. Lybarger was also a foster parent and was married with six children.

  • Lybarger was born on May 13, 1981 in Waverly, Missouri.
  • She graduated from Marshall High School in 1999.
  • Lybarger received her bachelor's degrees from Missouri Valley College in 2005 and 2014.
  • She earned her psychiatric nurse practitioner certification from Walden University in 2018.
  • Lybarger passed away on February 11, 2026 at the age of 44.

The players

Angela Lea 'Angie' Lybarger

A longtime resident of Marshall, Missouri who dedicated her career to nursing and psychiatric care, working at local medical centers until her passing in 2026 at the age of 44.

Mike Mills

Lybarger's father, who resides in Marshall.

Debbie Egan Mills

Lybarger's mother, who resides in Marshall.

Toby Lybarger

Lybarger's husband, with whom she had two stepchildren.

Fitzgibbon Hospital

The medical center where Lybarger worked in the behavioral health unit as a nurse, nurse manager, and nurse practitioner.

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What’s next

A gathering of family and friends will be held from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, February 14, 2026, at Campbell-Lewis Funeral Home in Marshall. Donations can be made to HCC Network with 'Angie Lybarger' in the memo line to continue treatments and dedicate a treatment room in her name.

The takeaway

Lybarger's passing is a loss for the Marshall community, where she was known for her compassionate care and dedication to improving mental health services. Her work highlighted the vital role that nurses and nurse practitioners play in addressing the mental health needs of patients, especially in smaller towns.