Springfield defense attorney Dee Wampler has died.
He was 81.
Wampler died in his sleep overnight while working on a trial in St. Louis.
Wampler served as the Greene County prosecutor in the early 70s before becoming a defense attorney.
Springfield Mayor Ken McClure issued the following statement:
The community has lost a generous, community-minded man with the passing of attorney Dee Wampler.
He was a courtroom mainstay for more than 50 years, beginning his law career as an assistant prosecutor and then elected Greene County Prosecuting Attorney.
His long list of pro bono activities and support of important community causes will certainly frame his legacy here in the Ozarks.
Dee will be missed.
