George E. Allen

George E. Allen, 61, Hamilton, passed away on March 5, 2010 at the Cameron Regional Medical Center, Cameron.

George was born on April 23, 1948 in King City to Larry and Pearl Henkins Allen. He was a 1966 graduate of the Penney High School, Hamilton. He served our country for one tour in the Army during Vietnam. He started working at Stride Rite Shoe Factory as an employee and retired as the superintendent after almost 30 years there. He had also served as president of the factory union. George also worked one year at New York Life Insurance Co. after his military service.

George was a member of the Hamilton United Methodist Church and the Hamilton American Legion Post #285.

He is preceded in death by his parents and two nieces.

Survivors include Connie Allen of the home; a son, Creed Allen (Lori), of Nixa; three grandchildren, Malorie, Tyler and Emily; brothers, Larry Lee Allen (Mitch) of Kearney, Charles Allen (Cathy) of Cameron and Robert Allen (Jeanne) of Rothville; sisters Barbara King (Bob) of Kansas City; Patty Orr (Lyle) of Brookfield, Peggy Burke (Paul) of Hamilton and numerous nieces and nephews.

The body has been cremated. A memorial service was held March 7 at the Hamilton United Methodist Church Family Life center. Memorials may be made to the Hamilton American Legion Post #285 or to the charity of your choice.

Arrangements were under the direction of Bram Funeral Home in Hamilton.

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Doris A. Druley

Doris A. Druley, 91, of Tonganoxie, KS, died Tuesday, March 2, 2010 at Lawrence Memorial Hospital.

Doris was born July 13, 1918 in Gallatin, the daughter of Ralph and Winifred Newman Hall. She graduated from Breckenridge High School and Chillicothe Business College. She married Dr. V. Yale Druley on May 20, 1941 in Breckenridge. Yale preceded her in death in 1997. Doris was a past president and 70 year member of Chapter AT PEO and a member of the Tonganoxie Reading Club, TLC, Tonganoxie Historical Society and the United Methodist Church.

Survivors include two daughters, Pamela Rendleman and husband Tom of Olathe and Patricia West and husband Chuck of Tonganoxie; two brothers, Ralph Hall of Lake Winabago and William Hall of Cameron; one sister, M. Jean Scanlon of Lee’s Summit; five grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, sister Helen Frances and great-granddaughter, Brook Tyler West.

Services were held Saturday, March 6, 2010 at Quisenberry Funeral Home in Tonganoxie with burial at Hubbel Hill Cemetery in Tonganoxie. Memorials are suggested to the Tonganoxie United Methodist Church, c/o Quisenberry Funeral Home, P.O. Box 993, Tonganoxie, KS 66086.

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Robert (Bob) Lynn Gray

Robert Lynn Gray, 66, a resident of Polo, passed away at his home on Friday, March 5, 2010.

Bob was born Nov. 21, 1943 in Caldwell County to Lynn Adair and Virginia Lee (Poor) Gray. On Aug. 6, 1966, he married Fern Reva Clariday. She preceded him in death on June 11, 1984.

Bob was a member of the Church of Christ in Hamilton. He served in the Army. He was a member of the Hamilton Lakeview Golf Course and liked to bowl and golf. Bob loved his family and community and was well known in the area. He lived his entire life in the Cowgill and Polo area.

Survivors include his two sons, Billy and Lisa (Barnett) Gray of Kingston and Shawn Gray and Terri Templeton of Polo; a daughter Shelby  (Gray) and husband JR McKee of Lawson; a sister, Anne and Rex Underwood of Cameron; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren and one on the way and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents and wife.

Services were held Tuesday, March 9, 2010 at Pitts Funeral Home in Braymer with burial at the Cowgill Cemetery in Cowgill. Memorial contributions may be made to the Cowgill Cemetery and may be left at the funeral home or mailed to Pitts Funeral Home, P.O. Box 247, Braymer, MO 64624.

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Raeburn E. Straub

Raeburn E. Straub, 96, of Coffeyville, Kansas died Saturday, March 6, 2010 at Windsor Place in Coffeyville. She was born September 2, 1913 in rural Caldwell County, Missouri, near Kingston, to Malvern Edwin and Stella (Van Bebber) Entrikin. She was a graduate of Kingston High School in Missouri and Park College, Parkville, Missouri. She also attended Central Business College in Kansas City, Missouri. Her first employment was with Loomis Construction in Kansas City as Payroll Clerk. In 1948 she came to Coffeyville, Kansas where she went to work for Jensen Manufacturing Company as receptionist and payroll clerk, retiring after 28 years of service. On September 19, 1956 she married Leonard Straub. He died January 9, 1993. Raeburn was a faithful beloved and respected member of the United Methodist Church of Valeda for several years. She also belonged to the Valeda United Methodist women and the WIBC (a bowling organization). She enjoyed knitting, working in the yard, especially her peonies, iris and beautiful phlox. She was an outstanding cook, an avid reader and loved being a homemaker.

Raeburn was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Elwood and Dean. Survivors include: stepson Martin Lee Straub of Claremore, Oklahoma; stepdaughters, Betty Frogley of Kansas City, Kansas, Jeanina Paige of Bartlesville, Oklahoma and Rebecca Oakleaf of Howard, Kansas; nieces, Sarah Sue Davis of Kingston and Mary Jo Banken of Columbia.

The family suggests memorial contributions to the United Methodist Church of Valeda or the Edna Library.

Funeral services for Raeburn L. Straub will be held on Friday, March 12, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at Penwell-Gabel Funeral home in Coffeyville with interment to follow at Restlawn Cemetery in Coffeyville. Friends may call at the funeral home from 10:00 am until service time on Friday.

To leave a special message for the family online visit www.PenwellGabelCoffeyville.com

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Jeanette F. (Brown) Putnam

Jeanette F. (Brown) Putnam, 63, of Hamilton passed away on Feb. 24, 2010 at a nursing home in Gallatin. She had lived in Hamilton since the early 1970s.

Jeanette was born on June 24, 1946 in Elsberry to Ralph W. and Florence Herring Brown. She earned a B.S. degree in secondary education with a major in history and a minor in English from Northeast Missouri State Teacher’s College in Kirksville. She had also earned a certification in elementary education, having taught school, mostly sixth grade, for 14 years in various schools including Kidder, Braymer, New York, and Dixon. Jeanette had also worked for the IRS in Kansas City for 8-1/2 years.

Jeanette was a member of the Hamilton United Methodist Church and also the Smith Chapel Methodist Church in Elsberry. She was a member of DAR and Delta Kappa Gamma.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Douglas Brown.

On March 2, 1968, she married Don Putnam in Kirksville. He survives of the home.

Other survivors include a son, Tony (Nicole) Putnam, Mt. Pleasant, SC; daughter, Angie (Mark) Wiegers, Independence; two sisters, Janice (Tony) Jaramillo, Round Rock, TX and Judy (Buddy) Hall, Elsberry; brother, Donald (Gerry) Brown, New Roads, LA; five grandchildren, Trent, Cody, Rebecca, Jessica, and Chloe; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held Feb. 28, 2010 at the Hamilton United Methodist Church. Interment was at Highland Cemetery in Hamilton. Memorials may be made to the Huntingtons Disease Society of America in care of the funeral home.

Obituaries may be viewed at www.bramfuneralservices.com

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Marion Jean Hodson Leamer

Marion Jean Hodson Leamer, 87, of Polo died Thursday, Feb. 25, 2010 at Liberty Hospital.

She was born July 18, 1922 in Polo. She lived all her life in Polo and surrounding areas.

She married T. H. Dixon Leamer, who preceded her in death.

Mrs. Leamer worked at various jobs around Polo, and was a homemaker.

She was a member of the First Christian Church of Polo and loved sewing, gardening, and weaving rugs.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, Marion and Allie (Davis) Hodson and one grandson, Rusty Aubrey.

Survivors include her son, Dixon M. Leamer, Polo; her daughter, Dixie Aubrey-Norton, Polo; her siblings, Bill Hodson, Mary Bilton, and Martha Harmon, all of Richmond; five grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held March 2 at the First Christian Church in Polo. Interment was at Zimmerman Cemetery. The family suggests memorial gifts be given to the First Christian Church of Polo.

 

T. J. Web 

T. J. Webb, 34, died Thursday, Feb. 11, 2010 peacefully at his home in Utica with his family.

He was born Jan. 8, 1976 in Chillicothe, the son of Jack Webb and Mary (Donoho) Wright.

He is survived by his mother and stepfather, Mary and Mike Wright of Utica; father, Jack Webb, Breckenridge; grandparents, Nolan and Ruth Donoho, Utica and Clifford Webb, Ludlow; two brothers, Brad Webb and Chip Webb; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Lola Webb.

Services were held Sunday, Feb. 14, at the Ludlow Community Church in Ludlow. Burial was at McCoskrie Cemetery in Ludlow.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the McCoskrie Cemetery and may be left at the funeral home or mailed to Lindley Funeral Home, P. O. Box 47, Chillicothe, Mo. 64601.

Arrangements were under the direction of Lindley Funeral Home in Chillicothe.

 

Maxine Butler

Maxine Butler, 92, of Kingston, passed away on Feb. 15 at a nursing home in Cameron.

Maxine was born on March 10, 1917.

She had lived in Kingston since 1967. She had retired from the Sunshine Biscuit Co. in Kansas City and she had been a homemaker.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Farrell and a son, Charles.

Survivors also include a grandson, Robert Butler of Cameron.

There was a formal visitation Feb. 21 at Bram Funeral Home in Hamilton. Interment was on Feb. 22 at the Sumner Cemetery in Wheatland, Mo.

Arrangements were under the direction of Bram Funeral Home in Hamilton. View obituaries at www.bramfuneralservices.com.

 George H. Hobbs

George H. Hobbs, 71, of Hamilton, formerly of Oklahoma and Colorado, passed away at his home on Feb. 19, 2010.

George was born on Dec. 22, 1938 in Caldwell County to George and Esther Allen Hobbs. He graduated from Hamilton High School. He had earned his B.S. degree from CMSU in Warrensburg and his masters degree from Texas. He had served our country during the Vietnam War from 1968-1969 and had worked in the U. S. Air Force as a Captain.

George had been a United Methodist minister in Oklahoma serving in many churches. He had also worked for the U. S. Forestry Service in Colorado and had worked other jobs in Missouri and Colorado.

George married Nancy Applegate on Sept. 3, 1960 in Independence. She preceded him in death in 2006. George was also preceded by his father.

Survivors include his mother, Esther Hobbs, Hamilton; son, Thomas (Denise) Hobbs, Altus, OK; sisters, Kathy McIntosh, Cameron and Barbara Janicki, Nanuet, New York; three grandchildren, Jacob, Emily and Jarrett; and his two dogs, Patches and Deuce.

His body has been cremated. There are no formal services. Arrangements are under the direction of Bram Funeral Home in Hamilton. View obituaries at www.bramfuneralservices.com

 

 Goldie Colene Stratton

 Goldie Colene Stratton, age 80, a resident of Braymer passed away at Golden Age Nursing Home in Braymer on Monday, Feb. 22, 2010.

She was born in Breckenridge on Feb. 1, 1930, the daughter of Charles and Luella (Cashatt) Peirce. On Sept. 14, 1946, she married Roy Stratton. He preceded her in death in 2000.

Colene was employed by Hedrick Medical Center in Chillicothe as a nurse for many years.

Survivors include one son, Jim Sratton (Laurie) of Arizona; two daughters, Linda Baker (Roger), of Holt and Carol Copple (Mike) of Braymer; two brothers, Charles Peirce of Ludlow and John Peirce; two sisters, Arlene Coshow and Mary Climer both of Casper, WY; eight grandchildren; and 22 great-grandchildren.

There are no scheduled services at this time. Burial will be held at a later date in Evergreen Cemetery in Braymer. Memorial contributions may be made to HMC Hospice and may be left at the funeral home or mailed to Lindley Funeral Home, P. O. Box 47, Chillicothe, Missouri 64601.

Arrangements are under the direction of Pitts Funeral Home in Braymer.

 

 Paul Raymond “Ray” Thomson

 Paul Raymond “Ray” Thomson, 82, of Hamilton passed away on Feb. 18, 2010 at Hillcrest Manor Nursing Home in Hamilton.

Ray was born on June 15, 1927, in Kansas City to Harry and Lucille Thomson. He had been a 1945 graduate from Hamilton High School. He had served our country during World War II in the Army Air Force from 1945-1947.

Ray had been a self-employed electrician, the Maytag Man, and had worked in the past as a phone company lineman in Sidney, Iowa and at Thomson Hardware in Hamilton. He was a member of the Hamilton Church of Christ.

Ray was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Harry Thomson, Jr.

Ray married Mary Woods in Cameron on April 8, 1978. She survives of the home.

Other survivors include a step-daughter, JoAnna (Kenneth) Gwinn, Hamilton; step-son, Richard (Sharon) Stubblefield, Hamilton; two granddaughters, Lori Gwinn (and her companion, Scott Vetere), Trimble and Amy Guinn (and her companion, Tim Colwell), Saint Joseph; sister, Pat (Dick) Wilson, Raleigh, NC; step-mother, Ellen Thomson, Cameron; and numerous nieces and nephews.

The body has been cremated. A memorial service was held Feb. 22 at the Hamilton Church of Christ. There was a visitation prior to the service at the church. An inurnment will be at a later date at Highland Cemetery in Hamilton. Memorials may be made to the Hamilton Church of Christ.

Arrangements are under the direction of Bram Funeral Home in Hamilton. View obituaries at www.bramfuneralservices.com.

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James Kavanaugh

James F. Kavanaugh, 66, Hamilton, Mo., passed away at his home on February 15, 2010.  He had been a lifelong resident of Hamilton.

 Jim was born on November 18, 1943, in Braymer, Mo., to Charles Francis and Filetta Jane Dawson Kavanaugh.  He graduated from the Hamilton High School in 1961.  He then attended college at Central Missouri State University-Warrensburg, taking classes in the emphasis areas of economics and business administration. 

He worked in the family business, Hamilton Supply Company, for 20 years. He was co0owner for nine years. He worked 15 years for North Country Ford in the sales department. He also had worked for the Missouri Department of Corrections, WMCC and CRCC for five years as a rec officer.

He had been a lifelong member of the Hamilton United Methodist Church. Jim was also the president and a founding member of the former Hamilton Jaycees and Supper Club.

 On June 5, 1965, he married Sherria K. Copple at the Ludlow Methodist Church, Ludlow, Mo.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents and several aunts and uncles.

 Survivors:  Wife, Sherria K. Copple Kavanaugh, of the home; Daughter, Christa Anne (Sheldon) Lyon, Savannah, Mo.; Sons, James Matthew Kavanaugh, Kearney, Mo., and Bradley Bryan (Tina) Kavanaugh, Breckenridge, Mo.; five grandchildren, Madison Anne Lyon, James Logan Kavanaugh, Dawson Ira Kavanaugh, Macy K. Lyon, and Karly Kay Kavanaugh; Sister, Carol (Don) Rice, Hamilton; Brothers, David (Dana) Kavanaugh and Lynn (Jane) Kavanaugh, both of Hamilton;  Aunts, Ina Faye Trosper, Skip Dunn, and Doris Peters; Uncle, R.D. Kavanaugh; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Funeral Service:  2 p.m., Friday, February 19, at the Hamilton United Methodist Church Family Life Center.  Visitation:  6 to 8 p.m., Thursday, at the church.  Cremation will follow the funeral service.  Inurnment at a later date at McCroskie Cemetery, Breckenridge, Mo.  Memorials may be made to the cemetery.  Friends may call at Bram Funeral Home, Hamilton, after 10 a.m., on Thursday.  Online concolences at www.bramfuneralservices.com

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James Edward Brooks

James Edward Brooks, 89, passed away on Feb. 3, 2010 at Odyssey Health Care in Palm Desert, CA. He was born March 5, 1920.

Jim received an honorable discharge from the U. S. Navy after WWII. He was a superintendent for the General Motors Assembly Plant for 33 years and was transferred from Kansas City to Fremont, CA in 1963. Jim was active and enjoyed playing tennis almost every day until he became ill in May of 2009.

Gladys (Riegel), Jim’s wife of 65 years, preceded him in death on Jan. 10, 2005.

Survivors include his daughter, Judy Michaelis; three grandchildren, five great-grandchildren; and one great-great-granddaughter.

Visitation will be in Modesto, CA at the Colonial Chapel-Franklin & Downs on Feb. 9, 2010. Funeral services will be at the Colonial Chapel at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 10. Internment will be at Lakewood Cemetery following the service. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be sent to the American Cancer Society, 1604 Ford Ave., #8, Modesto, CA, 95350 in honor of James E. Brooks.

 

Reginald James “Jim” Hinton

HINTON, US ARMY, RET. 1915 - 2010 Colonel Reginald James “Jim” Hinton, 94, Kansas City, North, passed away Sunday, January 31, 2010, at his home at Wexford Place. He was born Dec. 2, 1915, in Stillwater, Minn., to Reginald James and Gladys (Foster) Hinton. He was educated in Minneapolis, Minn. He married Phyllis “Tige” Wieland on Aug. 22, 1942, in Minneapolis. She preceded him in death in 2003.

Jim spent his entire career in the United States Army, where he was a decorated war veteran having been awarded three Silver Stars, the Legion of Merit, three Bronze Stars and five Purple Hearts. During this time he served in three major wars, including World War II, the Korean Conflict and the Vietnam War. In 1942 he joined the US Army.

He married his wife, Tige after which he was shipped to the European Theater, fighting in France and Germany. After the war Tige joined him and their only child, a daughter, Schatzi, was born to them in Salzburg, Austria. Jim, Tige and Schatzi moved many times and many places all around the US and Europe and it was always an adventure. In 1952 he commanded a tank company in the Korean War. During 1954-59, he served in the office of the Chief of Staff for the Army at the Pentagon for four years. He attended the Naval War College in Newport, Rhode Island in 1959-60. In 1968-69 Col. Hinton was sent to Vietnam to work with both Gen. Westmoreland and Gen. Abrams as Chief of Psyops.

Upon retirement in the early 70s, Jim and Tige moved to Florida and Jim pursued his love of golf and started the East Lake Woodlands Golf Association of which he was president numerous times. He later became president of the 2nd Infantry Division Association and held that office for two years. In 2000 he was invited by the government of France to lay a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at the Arc de Triomphe in recognition of the battles fought by the French and US Troops in the Korean conflict. He was made the honorary “Colonel of the Regiment” 38th Infantry Division “Rock of the Marne” at Fort Benning, Ga. A parade was held in his honor for recognition of service to his country and gallantry in three major conflicts. He was also honored as an “Outstanding Graduate” of Ft. Benning Infantry Officers Candidate School.

He was quoted numerous times in the book “The Coldest Winter” by Pulitzer Prize winning author David Halberstam. Jim was a 32nd degree mason and a member of the Shrine, and also a member of the Tweedie-Murray American Legion Post #117 of Braymer, Mo. He was of the Protestant faith.

Among his many hobbies, he loved his restored 64 1/2 Mustang, working on his computer and reciting wonderful poems of sometimes questionable nature, much to the delight of his friends and family. He was a loving father, father-in- law, grandfather and friend. He enjoyed his 5 o’clock martinis and was a hopeless romantic. Always a wonderful dresser he was sharp in looks as well as mind. His good advice and warm personality will be greatly missed by all of us. In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by two siblings. Survivors include his daughter, Schatzi Ball and husband Jim of Parkville, Mo.; two grandchildren, David Ball of Houston, Texas, and Amanda Zschau and husband Will of Sausalito, Calif. Funeral services were held Feb. 4, at the Meyers Funeral Chapel Northland in Parkville. The committal service followed at Leavenworth National Cemetery with full military honors under the auspices of the United States Army Honor Guard.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Wounded Warrior Project at their website at (www.WoundedWarriorProject.org) or the Tweedie-Murray American Legion Post # 117 of Braymer. Condolences and memories of Jim may be left at www.meyersfuneralchapel.com. Arr.: Meyers Northland (816) 741- 0251.

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Alta Grace Smith

Alta Grace Smith, age 86, a resident of Chillicothe, passed away at Indian Hills Nursing Home in Chillicothe on Sunday, Feb. 7, 2010.

She was born on July 24, 1923 in Ludlow, the daughter of Frank and Lilliand (Hooker) Gilliland. She graduated from Ludlow High School in Ludlow in 1941. She attended Maryville State Teacher’s College in Maryville. On December 24, 1942 she married Chancey W. Smith in Chillicothe. He preceded her in death on September 14, 2007.

Alta was a homemaker. She loved birds, farming, and most of all, loved all children.

Survivors include one son, Roger Smith of Breckenridge; one daughter, Nancey Larkin of Carlsbad, CA; two bothers, Dave and Dohn Gilliland of Ludlow; seven sisters, Carol Lamb of Ludlow, Mina Lee Anderson of Omaha, NE, Nina Lou Thomas of Carrollton, Maryilyn Carson, Nola Zeltwanger and Janice Swanson of Saint Joseph; five grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Richard and George Gilliland.

Services will be held on Saturday, Feb. 13, 2010 at Lindley Funeral Home in Chillicothe at 10:00 a.m. There will be a family visitation on Friday from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Friends may call on Friday from 12:00 noon until 9:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in McCroskie Cemetery in Ludlow. Memorial contributions may be made to McCroskie Cemetery or Alta Grace Smith Memorial Fund and may be left at the funeral home or mailed to Lindley Funeral Home, P. O. Box 47, Chillicothe, Mo. 64601.

Arrangements are under the direction of Lindley Funeral Home in Chillicothe, Mo.

 

Ruby Violet Stevenson

Ruby Violet Stevenson, 96, went to be with the Lord on Feb. 6, 2010.

Ruby was born on August 20, 1913 in Kansas City, the daughter of Roy and Nellie Budd. She was formerly a member of Providence Baptist church, and at the time of her death, a member of Hopewell Baptist Church. Her family and serving the Lord were her greatest joys.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Claude A. Stevenson.

She is survived by her four children, Jerry Stevenson (Donna), Linda Moore (Jim), Marvin Stevenson (Brenda), Eldon Stevenson (Sandy); a brother, Forrest Budd; a sister, Mary Hatfield; 9 grandchildren, and 5 great-grandchildren.

Ruby leaves a wonderful example of Christian living.

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Marjorie Dean Wells

Marjorie Dean Wells, 84, passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 26, 2010 at the Juan F. Luis Hospital in St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands.

Marjorie was born on April 25, 1925 in Hardin to Herbert Dean Merrifield and Corene Mae Mott Merrifield. She graduated from Turkey Creek Elementary School in 1939 and from Breckenridge High School in 1943. She attended the Chillicothe Business College and then went to work in Kansas City for the Flour Mills of America.

In 1947, Marjorie married Walter Irvine Wells. This began a lifelong love affair with each other. After spending one additional year in Kansas City working, they headed for MIT in Cambridge, MA in 1948 for Walter to pursue his education. Marjorie stood behind him and together they made it through.

Marjorie was a faithful member of the Grandview United Methodist Church in Breckenridge, the Linwood Boulevard Baptist Church in Kansas City, and Grace Chapel in Lexington, MA. She often held bible studies for women in her home.

She was in 4-H and later on was a member of Beta Sigma Phi sorority in Kansas City and then in Massachusetts. She obtained her real estate license while living in Lexington. Marjorie and Walter spent six of their 62 years living overseas together in Kwajalein, Marshall Islands. While there, Marjorie helped to run the handicraft store and published a book on Micronesian handicraft.

Marjorie was preceded in death by her parents, her beloved sister, Madonna, and her younger brother, Bobby, and a grandson, Andy.

She is survived by her husband, Walter; two children, Cynthia Anne and Gregory Dean; four grandchildren, Nicolas and Andrew VanWingerden, and Jeffrey Dean and Jamie Beth Wells; three great-grandchildren, Crystelle Renee, Andrew Micah and Chloe VanWingerden.

A service will be held in St. Croix on Saturday, Jan. 30 at 11:00 a.m. with a viewing at 10:00 a.m. prior to the service at the Southgate Baptist Church.

A service in Hamilton will be held at the United Methodist Church on Friday, Feb. 5 at 1:00 p.m. with viewing at 12:00 noon prior to the service. Burial will be in the Breckenridge Rosehill Cemetery following the service.

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Kathy Bunker

Kathy Bunker, 75, Cameron, passed away on Jan. 22, 2010.

Kathy was born July 29, 1934 in Almartha to Robert and Alta (Loftes) Lee.

She was a member of the Crossroads Assembly of God in Cameron. She owned and operated Kathy B’s Beauty Shop before retiring.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Harley Bunker and two brothers, Merle and Bobby Lee.

She is survived by two sons, Doyle (Ruth Ann) Bunker of Hamilton and Robert Bunker of Cameron; two daughters, Sue Bunker and Penny (Allen) Sessions, Lovel, WY; three brothers, Jim and Ronny Lee of Seymour and Gene Lee of Springfield; six sisters, Dee Johnston of Gladstone, Lizzy Franze of Strafford, Freda Musgrave of Springfield, Leda Cornealson of Ava, Geneva McCollough of Seymour and Doris Stone, North Carolina; 13 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Services were held Tuesday, Jan. 26 at Crossroads Assembly of God in Cameron with burial in the Osborn Evergreen Cemetery  in Osborn.

Arrangements were under the direction of Poland-Thompson Funeral Home of Cameron. Online condolences: www.polandthompson.com.

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Roger E. Vanderpool

Roger Eugene Vanderpool, age 79, a resident of Liberty, passed away on Jan. 15, 2010 at North Kansas City Hospital with his family and extended family by his side.

He was born Nov. 22, 1930, the son of Ola Claude Vanderpool and Verna Lorraine (Brownley) in Caldwell County. On Jan. 13, 1961, he married Dorothy M. Regan in Kansas City. She preceded him in death on Aug. 22, 1998 after 37 years of marriage.

Roger worked at Electrical Assembler Vender Co. in Kansas City. He also served in the United States Army in 1952-1954 as Corporal in artillery.

Roger is survived by his companion of 11 years, Ella Lee Amos of the home; his sister, Reba Johnson of Richmond; his brother Richard  Vanderpool of Saint Joseph. His extended family; eight grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren and 15 nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by his wife, parents, and his sister, Betty Zeikle.

Services will be held at the Lindley Funeral Home in Chillicothe on Wednesday, Jan. 20 at 10:30 a.m.  Burial will be held in Leopolis Cemetery in Wheeling. Memorial contributions may be made to Leopolis Cemetery and may be left at the funeral home or mailed to Lindley Funeral Home, P. O. Box 47, Chillicothe, Mo. 64601.

Arrangements are under the direction of Lindley Funeral Home in Chillicothe.

Leonard Michael Brooke

Leonard Brooke, 77, of Carriere, MS, passed away at his home on Monday, Dec. 28, 2009.

Leonard was born March 30, 1932 to Charles and Eva Brooke at Norborne. He grew up in the Gould Farm community southeast of Hamilton. He graduated from New York High School and from Northwest Maryville State University in Maryville.

He married Mauna Pearl Palmer on April 29, 1956. They were the parents of three children.

Leonard spent the major part of his life working as a CPA. His secondary interest was forestry. He loved planting and the preservation of trees in his area.

Preceding him in death were his parents; two sisters, Rose Marie Brooke and Dorothy Hiatt.

Surviving is his wife, Mauna, of the home; daughter, Mary Lee Lyall (Greg) of Slidell, LA; sons, Mark (Jane), Tampa, FL, Palmer (Jamie), Carriere, MS; granddaughters, Brooke and Megan; grandson, Jessie; great-granddaughter, Chloie; three sisters, Marguerite McCrary of Hamilton, Eloise Gilgour of Saint Joseph, Shirley Curtis of Cameron; five brothers, Bill Brooke and Ed Brooke, both of Braymer, Glen Brooke, Springdale, WA, and Jim and Dean Brooke, both of Saint Joseph.

A cremation was held and a memorial service will be held at a later date.

Cards may be sent to Mrs. Mauna Brooke, P. O. Box 277, Carriere, MS, 39426.

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Earl Kelly

A memorial service will be held for Earl Kelly on January 29 at 10:00 a.m. at the Veteran’s Home in Cameron. Burial (inurnment) will be at the Cowgill cemetery.

 

 Wesley Vernon Koller, Jr.

 Wesley Vernon Koller, Jr., age 87, a resident of Braymer, passed away at his residence on Friday, Jan. 8, 2010.

He was born on May 26, 1922, the son of Wesley Vernon and Esther (Wilson) Koller in Burbank, CA.

He worked for ITT General Controls for 39 years in the shipping department. He enjoyed movies.

Wesley is survived by good friends Hollis and Nancy McBride. He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister and one uncle.

There will be a memorial service at the Braymer Baptist Church on Friday, Jan. 15, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Braymer Baptist Church and may be left at the funeral home or mailed to the Pitts Funeral Home, P. O. Box 247, Braymer, Mo., 64624.

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 Joyce Elaine Peacher

 Joyce Elaine Peacher, 57, of Saint Joseph, formerly of Brookfield, passed away Thursday, Jan. 7, 2010 at Heartland Hospital in Saint Joseph after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born on July 30, 1952 to Harry and Penny Muller; they preceded her in death.

Joyce is survived by two daughters, Jennifer Spurgeon and companion Brad Packard of Cameron, Sheri Cadwallader (Scott) of Saint Joseph; grandson, Trevor Holcomb of Gallatin; brother, Jim Muller (Brenda) of Hamilton; sister, Cathy Sherrow (Bob) of Chula; and special friends Rob, Phyllis, Katie and Jessica Williams, all of Clinton and several nieces, nephews and other relatives.

Joyce was also preceded in death by a brother, Thomas Muller; grandparents, Mary and Leroy Thornburg and Thomas and Nell Muller.

As per Joyce’s request, she was cremated and a memorial service was held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2010 at the Rhodes Funeral Home in Brookfield with Sue Lambert officiating. Visitation was held Tuesday, January 12, at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to the Oncology Unit at Heartland Hospital, The Cancer Center, both of Saint Joseph or Children’s Mercy Hospital and can be left at the funeral home or mailed to 216 Linn Street, Brookfield, Mo., 64628. Online condolences may be made at www.rhodesfh.com.

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Viola Marie Younger

 

Viola Marie (Ward) Younger, 88, of St. Joseph, formerly of Cameron, died at Saxton Woods Nursing Home in St. Joseph on Tuesday, Dec. 29, 2009.

Viola was born April 24, 1921, to Cassius and Sarah Belle Ward. She was a 1939 graduate of Cameron High School and graduated from Maryville College in 1943.

She married Warren Younger on Jan. 3, 1945. He preceded her in death.

She was further preceded in death by her parents; a son, Glen; and grandson, Jason Straub; and two sisters.

Survivors include two daughters, Dinah Hart of Breckenridge and Marsha Straub of Fairfax; four sons, Wayne of Fairfax, Roger of Kansas City, Donald and Terry of St. Joseph; a nephew, Wardell Schoff of Hamilton; nine grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.

Her funeral was held Saturday, Jan. 2, 2010, at the Schooler Funeral Home with burial in English Grove Cemetery, both in Fairfax.

 

 

Daniel Dean Cosgrove

Daniel Dean Cosgrove, age 11, a resident of Braymer, passed away on January 1, 2010 in Carroll County.

He was born in Chillicothe on June 30, 1998 to Jeremy Cosgrove and Shawnda May (Hollon) Kiethley. He is survived by his mother, Shawnda Kiethley of Cameron; his father, Jeremy and step-mother Rebecca Cosgrove; one brother, Nathaniel Cosgrove; four sisters, Shanda Cosgrove, Destiney Cosgrove, Anna O’Brien and Victoria Cloud, all of the home; grandparents, Alan and Wilma Jones of Hamilton, Richard and Brenda of Carl Junction; Zandra Meek of Pittsburg, KS; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Larry Cosgrove. Daniel was a member of the Cub Scouts, Braymer Bobcats Youth Football, fifth and sixth grade basketball, and the Braymer Bobcats Baseball 12 and under team. He loved sports and loved to run.

Services will be held at the Braymer Christian Church on Thursday, Jan. 7 at 10:00 a.m. with a family visitation on Wednesday, Jan. 6 at the church at 5:00 p.m. Friends may call at the Lindley Funeral Home in Chillicothe from 12:00 noon until 9:00 p.m. on Jan 5. Burial will be in the Mooresville Cemetery in Mooresville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Braymer Tri-County Baseball Association and may be left at the funeral home or mailed to the Pitts Funeral Home, P. O. Box 247, Braymer, Mo., 64624.

Arrangements are under the direction of Pitts Funeral Home, Braymer, Mo.

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James “Aaron” Ford

James Aaron Ford, age 24, a resident of Carrollton, passed away in Carroll County on January 1, 2010.

He was born the son of Jesse E. and Jane Ann (Ford) Humphrey, Sr. in Chillicothe on Oct. 1, 1985. He was a 2004 graduate of Carrollton High School.

He was a member of the Southside Baptist Church in Carrollton. He worked for PC’s Elkhorn Steakhouse in Chillicothe. Prior to that, he worked at Fuller Marketing as a supervisor in Carrollton. He enjoyed doing graphic arts.

He is survived by his parents; one brother, Jesse Humphrey, Jr. of Sweet Springs; two sisters, Roslyn Curtis (Adam), Robin Chavez (Israel), all of Carrollton; four nephews, and two nieces.

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Kenzi Ford; maternal grandparents, James and Betty Ford; and paternal grandmother, Juanita Sappington; his fiancÈ, Lacey Nicole Stephens and Stony Mack Russell.

Services will be held at the Braymer High School in Braymer on Wednesday, Jan. 6, at 1:00 p.m. There will be a family visitation on Wednesday from 12:00 noon until 1:00 p.m. prior to services at the Braymer High School in Braymer. Friends may call after 12:00 noon until 9:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 5, at the Lindley Funeral Home in Chillicothe. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery in Braymer. Memorial contributions may be made to the James Aaron Ford Memorial Fund and may be left at the funeral home or mailed to the Pitts Funeral Home, P. O. Box 247, Braymer, Mo., 64624.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Pitts Funeral Home in Braymer.

 

Kinzi Shae Ford

Kinzi Shae Ford, 4 month old daughter of James Aaron Ford and Lacey Nicole Stephens, passed away on January 1, 2010 in Carroll County.

She is survived by maternal grandmother, Michelle Russell, of Braymer; paternal grandfather, Garland Stephens of Anderson; paternal grandparents, Jesse E. and Jane Ann Humphrey; and great-grandmother, Judy Silkwood.

She was preceded in death by her parents and one uncle, Stony Mack Russell.

Services will be held at the Braymer High School in Braymer on Wednesday, Jan. 6, at 1:00 p.m. There will be a family visitation on Wednesday from 12:00 noon until 1:00 p.m. prior to service at the Braymer High School. Friends may call after 1:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 5, at the Lindley Funeral Home in Chillicothe. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery in Braymer.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Kinzi Shae Ford Memorial Fund and may be left at the funeral home or mailed to the Pitts Funeral Home, P. O. Box 247, Braymer, Mo., 64624.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Pitts Funeral Home in Braymer.

 

Ruby “June” Ford

Ruby “June” Ford, age 90, of Hamilton passed away on January 1, 2010 at Hillcrest Manor Nursing Home in Hamilton.

June was born on Feb. 23, 1919 in Mirabile to Ben and Gayle Bassett Frost. She had graduated from the Mirabile High School. She was a homemaker and had been the Gomer Township tax collector for 35 years. June was a member of the Hamilton Baptist Church.

On May 9, 1936, she married Orville William Ford in Mirabile. He preceded her in death. She was also preceded by her parents; four sisters; one brother; and a daughter-in-law and son-in-law.

Survivors include a son, Bill Ford; daughter, Jacque Rice; sister, Winona Filley; five grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 7 at the Hamilton Baptist Church. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will be in Highland Cemetery in Hamilton. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the church. Friends may call after 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday.

Arrangements are under the direction of Bram Funeral Home in Hamilton.

 

Stony Mack Russell

Stony Mack Russell, age 11, a resident of Braymer, passed away in Carroll County on January 1, 2010.

He was born in Gravette, AR on August 14, 1998 to Stony and Michelle Russell. He is survived by his mother, Michelle Russell, of Braymer and his father, Stony Russell of Hamilton; his sister, Lindsey Russell of the home; and grandmother, Judy Silkwood of Braymer.

Stony was in the fifth grade at Braymer C-4 School.

He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Barbra C. Breen; grandfather, Frank Silkwood; grandfather, Guy Russell; one great-grandmother, Ella Mae Russell; sister, Lacey Stephens; niece, Kinzi Ford; and Aaron Ford of Carrollton.

Services will be held at the Braymer C-4 High School gym on Wednesday, Jan. 6, at 1:00 p.m. with a family visitation at 12:00 noon until 1:00 p.m. prior to the funeral services at the Braymer High School in Braymer. Friends may call at the Lindley Funeral Home in Chillicothe from 12:00 noon until 9:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 5. Burial will be in the Evergreen Cemetery in Braymer. Memorial contributions may be made to the Stony Mack Russell Memorial Scholarship Fund and may be left at the funeral home or mailed to the Pitts Funeral Home, P. O. Box 247, Braymer, Mo., 64624.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Pitts Funeral Home in Braymer.

 

Lacey Nicole Stephens

Lacey Nicole Stephens, age 23, a resident of Braymer, passed away on January 1, 2010 in Carroll County.

She was born in Gravette, AR on Jan. 1, 1987 to Garland Ray Stephens and Michelle Denice Russell. She is survived by her mother, Michelle Russell of Braymer and her father, Garland Ray Stephens of Anderson; two sisters, Lindsey Russell of Braymer and Bliss Stephens of Anderson; two brothers, Lucas and Chase Stephens of Anderson.

She was preceded in death by her daughter, Kinzi Ford; brother, Stony Mack Russell; fiancÈ, James Aaron Ford; grandmother, Barbra C. Breen; and great-grandmother, Ruth Guthrie.

Services will be held at the Braymer C-4 High School gymnasium on Wednesday, Jan. 6, at 1:00 p.m. with a family visitation at 12:00 noon until 1:00 p.m. prior to the funeral services at the Braymer High School in Braymer. Friends may call at the Lindley Funeral Home in Chillicothe from 12:00 noon until 9:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 5. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery in Braymer. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lacey Nicole Stephens Memorial Scholarship Fund and may be left at the funeral home or mailed to the Pitts Funeral Home, P. O. Box 247, Braymer, Mo., 64624.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Pitts Funeral Home in Braymer.

 

Harold Rockhold Hudgins

 Harold Rockhold Hudgins, age 91, passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 23, 2009 at St. Luke’s Hospital in Kansas City.

He was born on Aug. 6, 1918 in Mooresville Township in Mooresville. He was the son of Warren Thomas and Nannie May (Rockhold) Hudgins. On June 6, 1942, he married Lila Goodman in Chillicothe. She survives of the home. He lived his entire life in Mooresville except while serving in the U.S. Army during World War II.

Before retirement, he worked as a self-employed electrician and as a rural mail carrier. Harold installed the original wiring in many of the area’s older houses as well as in countless farm buildings. He was a devout member of the Mooresville Christian Church. He was a carpenter and a woodworker and made rocking chairs and rocking horses for the newborns and children in the community. He loved playing cards, dominoes, and making wine from his own vineyard. Outgoing and friendly, Harold will be missed by all who knew him.

Harold is survived by one son, Gary (Cynthia) Hudgins of Liberty; two daughters, Doris (Ronald) Hudgens of Clinton and Janet (Gary) Anderson of Moorpark, CA; 11 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.

Services were held Saturday, Dec. 26, 2009 at Mooresville Christian Church in Mooresville. There was a family visitation at the church prior to the service. Burial was held Saturday in the Utica Cemetery in Utica. Memorial contributions may be made to the Mooresville Christian Church and/or Mooresville Community Center and/or Livingston County Senior Center and may be left at the funeral home or mailed to Lindley Funeral Home, P. O. Box 47, Chillicothe, Mo., 64601.

Arrangements were under the direction of Lindley Funeral Home in Chillicothe.

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Martha Anna Jefferson

 Martha Anna Jefferson, age 92, a resident of Carrollton, passed away at Life Care Center in Carrollton on Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2009.

She was born on Dec. 25, 1917 in New Sharon, IA, the daughter of Seaton and Anna (Watsky) Fisher. She graduated from Marceline High School in Marceline in 1935. On Sept. 5, 1937 in Sumner, she married Thomas Legru Jefferson, a marriage lasting 72 years. He survives of the home.

Martha and Tommy moved to Braymer in 1941 where they became a vital and visible part of the Braymer business community until their retirement in 1978. They owned and operated Tommy’s Café and Tommy’s Drive-in on Main Street for 31 years. Upon retirement they moved to Oak Tree Square in Braymer.

She loved her family, playing cards with her friends, the Red Hatters, and her community of Braymer. Martha was a member of the Braymer Baptist Church in Braymer, American Legion Auxillary, and the Order of the Eastern Star. She was a past Worthy Matron of O.E.S., a member of the Baptist Women, past president of Tuesday Study Club, and secretary of Braymer Senior Citizens. She was named an honorary member by the Braymer High School Alumni Association.

Survivors also include one son, Tom Jefferson (Chris) of Aurora, CO; one daughter, Jeanie (James) Baker of Blacksburg, VA; one son-in-law, Charles McElwee of Braymer; nine grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, one beloved daughter, LeAnna McElwee and four brothers.

Services were held at the First Baptist Church in Braymer on Monday, Dec. 28, 2009. There was a family visitation on Sunday, Dec. 27 at the Pitts Funeral Home in Braymer. Burial was in the Evergreen Cemetery in Braymer. Memorial contributions may be made to the Leanna McElwee Scholarship Fund and may be left at the funeral home or mailed to the Pitts Funeral Home, P. O. Box 247, Braymer, MO, 64624.

Arrangements were under the direction of Pitts Funeral Home in Braymer.

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James “Earl” Kelley

James “Earl” Kelley, age 90, a resident of Cowgill, passed away at the Missouri Veteran’s Home in Cameron on Thursday, Dec. 24, 2009.

He was born on Sept. 2, 1919, the son of Perry and Lydia (Cowan) Kelley in Cowgill. On Feb. 9, 1946, he married Mary (Kostuick) in Kansas City. She preceded him in death in Feb., 1986.

He was a truck driver for over 60 years, logging over 700,000 miles. He was an Army veteran of WWII and a member of the American Legion. He enjoyed playing cards and dominos and he loved animals.

James is survived by one son, Jack Kelly (Theresa) of Chillicothe; one daughter, Elizabeth Base (Michael) of Albuquerque, NM; four grandsons, Anthony Base of Albuquerque, NM, Tim Base of Kansas City, Jeff Kelly (Kathy) of Kansas City, Josh Kelly (Tara) of Chillicothe; three granddaughters, Ashley Gabrielson (Matt) of Chillicothe, Shauna Schroeder (Joe) of St. Louis, and Tammy O’Leary of Liberty; six great-grandchildren, Breeleigh Layne Schroeder of St. Louis, Leighton and Alex Kelly and Nicholas Duncan of Chillicothe, Trevor Winkler of Liberty, Dalton O’Leary of Libety and Kasey Kelly of Kansas City; and one great-great granddaughter, Amaya Winkler of Liberty. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers and two sisters.

Arrangments are pending and will be announced later by the Lindley Funeral Home in Chillicothe, Mo.

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Cecil E. McBee

Cecil E. McBee, age 84, of Braymer, passed away at the Missouri Veterans Home in Cameron on Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2009.

Cecil was born on Dec. 15, 1925, the son of Charles and Ferrol (Robison) McBee on the family farm near McBee Chapel. He was the grandson of J. W. and Elizabeth (Shrum) also from the Black Oak area. He was a 1943 graduate of Braymer High School. Cecil enlisted in the Army March 15, 1946. While a private in the U.S. Army, he served as an artillery crewman and as battery clerk. He received his honorable discharge on April 11, 1947 as a corporal. He married Lula Mae White on May 21, 1947 in Olathe, KS. They returned to the Black Oak area where Cecil began farming with his father and eventually purchased his own farm. Cecil farmed for almost 40 years. He was a dairyman, in addition to raising beef cattle and row crops. Over the years, he was involved in the Braymer CO-OP, serving on the board for several years, the Ray County Road Association, serving as a township board member and as vice president of the Braymer Fox Hunter’s Association. He was also an honorary member of the Braymer FFA, serving in the Braymer American Legion Post and the Lions Club.

Cecil is survived by his wife Lula Mae; one son, Charles E. McBee, Braymer; three daughters, Brenda Farmer of Cowgill, Karen Krumry of Chapin, SC and Joyce Foley of Stockton; one sister, Elizabeth Hatfield of Bonner Springs, KS; twelve grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Wallace; one sister, Joan; and one son, Mark Allen McBee.

Services were held Sunday, Dec. 27, 2009 at the Braymer United Methodist Church. A family visitation was held on Saturday evening at Pitts Funeral Home in Braymer. Burial was at Black Oak Cemetery in Black Oak. Memorial contributions may be made to the Black Oak Cemetery Association or the Braymer American Legion Post and may be left at the funeral home or mailed to Lindley Funeral Home, P. O. Box 47, Chillicothe, Mo., 64601.

Arrangements were under the direction of Pitts Funeral Home in Braymer.

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Bernice Mary (Thomas) Storms

Bernice Mary (Thomas) Storms, age 90, passed away at Valley View Regional Hospital in Ada, OK, on Saturday, Dec. 26, 2009.

A graveside service is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 2, 2010 at Zimmerman Cemetery in Polo, under the direction of Swearingen Funeral Home in Konawa, OK. Fr. Bob Rost will officiate. Visitation is Tuesday and Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. at Swearingen Funeral Home in Konawa.

Bernice was born on October 29, 1919 in Kansas City, KS to Tillie (Bowman) and Edwin Thomas. She did secretarial work as a collections clerk and as a receptionist for a clothing store. She married Aloysious C. Storms. Recently, Bernice lived at the Woodland Hills Nursing Home in Allen, OK.

Bernice is survived by one daughter, Delores Paulson of Edmond, OK and by 14 grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Edwin and Tillie Thomas; two sons, Paul James Bond and Michael Thomas Bond; first husband, Paul McKinley Bond and second husband, Aloysious C. Storms.

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Ida Mae Burgess

Ida Mae Burgess, 79, of Norborne died on Saturday, Dec. 12, 2009 at the Golden Age Nursing Home in Braymer, MO.

Ida Mae was born on Mar. 25, 1930 in Decatur, IL to Robert Franklin and Mary Catherine (Gilmore) Walters. She married Robert B. Burgess of Decatur, IL on Mar. 13, 1948. He preceded her in death on Apr. 1, 2001.

Survivors include three sons, Robert Dale Burgess of Leon, IA, Mark Wayne Burgess of Richmond, Jeffrey Lee Burgess of Norborne; one daughter, Charlotte of Braymer; two brothers, John Walters, Sr. of Decatur, IL, Bobby Walters of Decatur, IL; nine grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren and her beloved friend, Mr. Brown.

In addition to her parents and husband, Ida Mae was preceded in death by four brothers; Robert James Walters, Corbitt Ralph Walters, Roy Franklin Walters, Junior Wayne Walters; and three sisters, Mary Trusner, Lucille Tuttle and Margaret Evelyn Walters who died in infancy.

Ida Mae was a homemaker. She was a member of the Union Baptist Church. She had lived in Decatur, IL and New Franklin before moving to the Norborne area in 1957.

The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Ida Mae Burgess Memorial Fund.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2009 at the Thurman Funeral Home in Norborne. Burial was held in the Salem Cemetery in Decatur, IL on Wednesday, Dec. 16. Thurman Funeral Home in Norborne, MO is in charge of the arrangements.

 

Joyce Kindred

Joyce Kindred, 66, of Lathrop, formerly of Lawson, passed away Sunday, Dec. 13, 2009 at Clinton Care and Rehabilitation Center, Plattsburg.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, Dec. 17, 2009 at the Lawson United Methodist Church, Lawson. Burial will be in the Lawson Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 - 8:00 p.m. Wednesday at the Polley Funeral Home in Lawson.

Joyce was born on May 20, 1943 in Kansas City, the daughter of Oliver and Lorene (Estes) Lockart.

She married Bob Kindred who survives of the home.

She was a member of the Lawson United Methodist Church. She was a homemaker but she was involved with a lot of volunteer work and also enjoyed genealogy.Besides her husband, Bob, of the home, Joyce is survived by two sons - Matthew Wayne Carver of Easton and James William Carver of Lawson; one daughter, Jerri Lin Carver of Kearney; one brother, Gary Wayne Lockart, Maine; four grandsons, three granddaughters, and seven great-grandchildren.

Besides her parents she was preceded in death by two brothers - James Eugene and Larry Dean Lockart; one sister, Janet Lockart; one grandson, Gary Scott Johnson, and one step-daughter, Janice Faye Vick.

The family suggests memorial contributions be given to the Lawson United Methodist Church. Arrangements are through Polley Funeral Home in Lawson (816) 580-7704. www.polleyfuneralhome.com

 

JoEllen McKinney

JoEllen McKinney, 59, Kidder passed away on Dec. 7, 2009 at North Kansas City Hospital.

JoEllen was born on December 31, 1949 in Cameron to Charles and Isal Hamlet.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and great nephew, Jordan Adkison.

After graduating from Kidder High School in 1967, she attended NWSMU in Maryville.

She was a member of the United Methodist Church in Hamilton.

JoEllen married Milburn H. (Slim) McKinney on April 3, 1976 in Kidder. To this union one son, Jason Earl, was born.

Survivors include husband, Slim of the home; son, Jason McKinney and fiancée, Savannah Lambert, Hamilton; sister, Janet (Dean) Adkison; nephews, Jeff Adkison, Mark Adkison and David Adkison; great nephews, Derek Adkison, Dylan Adkison and Corey Adkison; great nieces, Olivia Adkison and Amy Adkison; borther-in-law, Red (Betty) McKinney; sisters-in-law, Wyanetta McElwain and June Pilcher.

Besides a wife and mother, she worked as bookkeeper for Sharp Chevrolet in Hamilton. She worked in the medical offices for Dr. Richard Schmidt in Cameron and in the medical offices for the Hamilton Medical Clinic.  Most recently she was the County Coordinator Director for the Green Hills Community Action Agency in Hamilton.

Funeral services were held Friday, Dec. 11 at the United Methodist Church in Hamilton. Visitation was held prior to the service at the church. Burial was in Cameron Memory Gardens. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions be made to Green Hills Community Action Agency.

Arrangements were under the direction of Poland-Thompson Funeral Home, Cameron, MO. Online condolences may be left at www.polandthompson.com

 

Linda Sue Stratton

Linda Sue Stratton, age 66, a resident of Braymer, passed away at Liberty Hospital in Liberty on Friday, Dec. 11, 2009.

She was born on Dec. 4, 1943 in Liamington, Ontario Canada, the daughter of Jerrold Delbert and Frances Lenora (Schriver) Wiper.

Linda lived in this area for 60 years. She was a dietitian at the Golden Age Nursing Home in Braymer for many years. She was a member of the Braymer Baptist Church in Braymer.

She was a member of the Red Hat Ladies Club. She loved to play bingo and bowl. She was a big sports fan and adored Elvis Presley. Linda loved her family and was proud of being a mother of twins and a great grandmother of twins. She dearly loved her pals at Oak Tree Square.

Survivors include one son, Mark Stratton of Metamora, IL; three daughters, Diann Mallory and fiance Chris Tempelton of Cowgill, Deann Cummings (Dennis) of Gallatin, Suzy James (Clay) of Braymer; one brother, David Wiper (Pat) of Braymer; seven grandchildren, Aaron Anderson, Ashlyn Amllory, Andrea Vestal, Courtney Kelly, Kendra Vaughn, Danielle Stratton, Melanie Stratton; and nine great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Services were held at Braymer Baptist Church in Braymer on Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2009 at 10:30 a.m. There was a family visitation on Monday evening at Pitts Funeral Home in Braymer. Burial was in the Evergreen Cemetery in Braymer. Memorial contributions may be made to the Golden Age Nursing Home in Braymer and may be left at the funeral home or mailed to Lindley Funeral Home, P.O. Box 47, Chillicothe, MO 64601.

Arrangements were under the direction of Pitts Funeral Home in Braymer.

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Marjorie Ann Armstrong

Marjorie Ann McLaughlin Noll Andrews Armstrong, 72, Polo, died Thursday, Nov. 12, 2009 at North Kansas City Hospital, Kansas City.

She was born Aug. 26, 1937  in Independence. She was a resident of Independence until the early 1970’s, when she moved to Polo.

On March 26, 1960, she married Robert J. Noll. They later divorced, he preceded her in death on July 26, 1980.  On March 12, 1965, she married Eugene J. Andrews. He preceded her in death on July 27, 1976.  On Sept. 17, 1983, she married Ronald W. Armstrong who survives of the home.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, Louis and Irene (Jennings) McLaughlin; and a son, Richard Andrews.

Survivors include her children, Sharon Garton, Polo, Bob Noll, Bill Langholz, Overland Park, KS; three grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Graveside services and interment: was held Nov. 17, 2009 at Mound Grove Cemetery, Independence. The Family suggests memorial gifts may be given to American Cancer Society.

Services were under the direction of Bailey Cox Funeral Services.

 

Frances Sue Cashatt

Frances Sue Cashatt, 77, Kidder, passed away on Nov. 29, 2009 at Heartland Regional Medical Center. She had lived in Kidder most of her life.

Sue was born on Nov. 15, 1932 in Kidder to Coy and Julia E. Sweany Harrington. She graduated from Kidder High School and attended the Kidder Baptist Church. She was a founder of the Kidder Museum and a member of the Kidder Betterment Committee.

She had been employed for over 20 years as a clerk for Eddie Pickett Auction Service. On Aug. 16, 1952, she married James Cashatt. He preceded her in death. She was also preceded by her parents.

Survivors include her son, James of Amazonia; a brother, William Harrington of Lawson and two grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Graveside service and burial will be Saturday, Dec. 5 at 1 p.m. at the Kidder Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday, Dec. 4 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Bram Funeral Home in Hamilton. Friends may call after 9 a.m. on Friday.

 

Lita Inez Loch

Lita Inez Loch, died Nov. 25, 2009, in Columbia. She was born in Poplar Bluff on Feb. 13, 1917. Lita was the daughter of Lytle and Anne Catherine Beardan. She married Paul N. Loch on Oct. 2, 1937, in Columbia. Lita graduated from Poplar Bluff High School and attended the University of Missouri. She retired from the Missouri Division of Social Services as director for Caldwell County. She was a member of the Braymer United Methodist Church in Braymer. She enjoyed reading, bridge and fishing and was an avid Mizzou sports fan.

During her married life, she lived in the following places: Maryville, Burlington Junction, Richmond, Braymer, Lee’s Summit and Columbia. She was preceded in death by her husband of 71 years, Paul Loch.

Lita is survived by a son, Wayne Loch and his wife Barbara of Centralia; daughter Patricia Thomson of Raytown; granddaughters, Jennifer Loch- Manczuk, Sarah Loch, Ann Kish, Jamie Jackson; great -grandchildren, Emily, Grant, Molly, and Drew Manczuk, Sarah and Matt Kish.

Services were held on Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2009, at the Braymer United Methodist Church. Burial was in Evergreen Cemetery, Braymer, Missouri. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Braymer United Methodist Church and may be left at the funeral home or mailed to the Pitts Funeral Home, P.O. Box 247, Braymer, Missouri 64624

Arrangements are under the direction of the Pitts Funeral Home, Braymer.

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Lorene Elizabeth (Burdick) Pollard

Lorene Elizabeth (Burdick) Pollard, 87, Lathrop, Mo. passed away peacefully in her sleep Nov. 24, 2009 at the Lawson Manor and Rehabilitation Center, Lawson, Mo. Funeral Services will be at 1:00 p.m. Saturday Nov. 28, at the Prairie Ridge Christian Union Church, Polo, Mo.  Burial will be in the Zimmerman Cemetery, Polo, Mo. The family will receive friends 6-8 p.m. Friday at the Polley Funeral Home, Lawson, Mo.
Lorene was born on Aug. 17, 1923 in Polo, the daughter of Guy E. and Constance (Johnson) Burdick. She lived on a farm in rural Caldwell County her whole life. She was married to Clifford Pollard on Jan. 15, 1942 they enjoyed 66 years of marriage before he preceded her in death on Aug. 17, 2008.  At the age of 40, Lorene attended William Jewell College to become a school teacher and then taught in the Lawson, School District her whole career,  retiring in the late 1980's. She also went on to further her education and received her Doctorate degree.

Lorene generously shared her time and talents serving her family, friends, and community throughout her life.
Survivors include two sons, Roger Pollard of Lathrop and Randall Pollard and wife Neusa of San Leandro, CA; one sister, Marjorie Pollard of Pleasant Hill, IA; three grandchildren Cliff and Christina (children of Randall) and Justin Pollard (son of Roger Pollard).
Besides her parents and husband she was preceded in death by two brothers John and Ralph Burdick.
Arrangements are under the direction of Polly Funeral Home, Lawson, (816) 580-7704 www.polleyfuneralhome.com 

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Evelyn Shaw Wager

Evelyn Shaw Wager, 87, Kidder, died unexpectedly, Nov. 30, 2009 at her home.

She was preceded in death by her parents Sterling and Freda Shaw.

Services are pending.

 

Larry W. Hendrickson

Larry W. Hendrickson, 69, Omaha NE, died Nov. 15, 2009. He was born July 21, 1940.

He is survived by his wife, Unita; a daughter, LaRay (Doug) Palmer; two grandsons; three great-grandchildren; one sister, Pat Pryor of Braymer; a half brother and one half sister.

He was preceded in death by a great-granddaughter, hisparents, Harold Hendrickson and Frances Alvarado, his stepmother, Thelma Hendrickson Reed and brother Lanny Hendrickson.

There was a cremation. No memorial services are planned.

 

Dean Shoemaker

Dean Shoemaker, 78, of Kansas City, passed away on Nov. 17, 2009. .  Dean was born in New Cambria, MO., on May 8, 1931, to Frank and Violet Shoemaker, both deceased.

Dean was a member of Peace Lutheran Church and served as Elder for many years.

He is survived by daughters, Diana May, Deana Belcher; Marsha Johnson-Fitzwater; son, Mark Shoemaker; eight grandchildren; fourteen great grandchildren; and one sister, Peggy (Clifford) Noah. Dean was preceded in death by his wife of 51 years; son, Michael; grandsons, Shawn May and Chance Parker; and brother, Edward Lee Franklin, who was killed at Anzio, WWII, 1944.

Visitation was on Saturday, Nov. 21, with a memorial service to at 11:00 am at Peace Lutheran Church, Kansas City, MO.  Inurnment at Bettie Union Cemetery, Bettie, KS.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Peace Lutheran Church, Stained Glass Window Fund. Fond memories and condolences for the family may be left at www.dwnewcomers.com <http://www.dwnewcomers.com>  (Arrangements: D.W. Newcomer's Sons Floral Hills Chapel, 7000 Blue Ridge Blvd., KCMO 64133, 816-353-1218).

Fond memories and condolences for the family may be left at www.dwnewcomers.com <http://www.dwnewcomers.com>  (Arrangements: D.W. Newcomer's Sons Floral Hills Chapel, 7000 Blue Ridge Blvd., KCMO 64133, 816-353-1218)

 

Barbara Ann Wetzel

Barbara Ann (McKnight) Wetzel passed away Nov. 9, 2009 at the Seaside Health Center at Atlantic Shores in Virginia Beach.

Barbara was born Sept. 25, 1932, north of Braymer, the second oldest of seven children of the late Lawrence and Herma (Murray) McKnight.

She is survived by her daughter Lisbeth “Beth” Miller, son, Gregory Alan Wetzel; one granddaughter; brother Mickey McKnight, three sisters, Judy Vanderpool, Patsy Peters and Brenda Regas and several nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Gerald Bruce Wetzel and one sister Trudy Jo McKnight.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, Nov. 28 at the Braymer Christian Church with interment in the Evergreen Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations  may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association (Southeastern Virginia Chapter), 20 Interstate Corporate Center Suite 233, Norfolk, VA 23502. Condolences may by offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com.

Arrangements in Missouri under the direction of Pitts Funeral Home.

 

Stella Damon

Stella Damon, 94, of Hutchinson KS, while surrounded by her loving family, entered into the presence of the Lord on Nov. 6, 2009, joining her husband, E. W. Damon, and many other loved ones who preceded her.

She was born July 7, 1915 to the late Levi Alexander and Olive (Taylor) Alexander who farmed in the Sedalia area.  Stella enjoyed working on the farm and expressed some of her happiest memories were when she and her husband purchased a farm in Cowgill, and as active members of the Cowgill Methodist Church, they worked together in perfect devotion to Jesus Christ their Lord and to their community.

Stella is survived by her five children; three sons, Ed Wood and wife Kathy of Ogallala NE, Larry Wood of Denton NE, Dan Wood of S. Hutchinson KS, and two daughters, Sondra Wood, and Dana Robinson, both of Hutchinson KS. She was also blessed with eleven grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, and six great-great-grandchildren who lovingly called her Gram.

In addition to her parents, and husband, also preceding her in death was her eldest daughter, Wanda Ann Wood, her first husband, Edward M. Wood, and her two younger brothers, Lloyd and Leland Alexander.

Visitation with family present is from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2009 at Elliott Mortuary, Hutchinson.

Memorial service will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2009 at 10 a.m.  at Countryside Baptist Church, Hutchinson.  Graveside service is to follow at Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson

The family would like to express their gratitude to the medical staff and Hospice House of Reno County who provided their Mother with gentle loving care. Memorial donations may be made to: Hospice of Reno County-Hospice House, 1523 East 20th, Hutchinson.  Please visit www.elliottmortuary.com www.elliottmortuary.com to leave personal condolences for the family.

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Waneta Marguerite Lungren

Waneta Marguerite Lungren went to her heavenly home to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009.

Waneta was born on Feb. 11, 1919 to Hobart and Lina (Johnson) Feese. She was the loving wife of Woodward Lungren. She was the mother of six children, Lina Miller (Norman), Anna Jones (George), Mary Stone (Ronald), Nelson Lungren, Marguerite Ogden (Richard), Edward Lungren (Kathy). She considered her greatest achievement to be devoting 100% of herself to raising her children. She is the grandmother to eight grandchildren, Lorena Pryor (Rusty), Jay Miller, Amanda Sanders (Daniel), Amelia Allen (Tim), Andrew and Anthony Ogden, Hillary and Jared Lungren, and great-grandmother to six lovely great-granddaughters, Lily, Mellody, Sheila, Julie, Cora Pryor and Sophia Ogden. Her sister and brothers are Dora Alice Michael (Alan), Leland Feese, Lavere Feese (Nelda), Berkley Feese, Troy Feese (Carolyn), and Frank Feese. Over the years, she acquired many truly wonderful friends, “for friendship is a precious gift that cannot be bought or sold, but to have an understanding friend is worth far more than gold”

Waneta lived her entire life in the Braymer, Stet, Bosworth, and Breckenridge communities prior to going to the Licking Park Manor in July, 2005.

She was preceded in death by her parents Hobart and Lina Feese, her parents-in-law, Oscar and Lottie Lungren, a daughter, Lina Miller, two brothers, Leland and Berkley Feese and two brothers-in-law, Maurice and Donald Lungren.

As a member of the Breckenridge Methodist Church, she was a woman of great faith and took pride in participating in many religious activities. She was a Sunday school teacher for many years. She and Woodward faithfully attended Sunday school and church. She dearly loved her amazing church family.

Waneta believed passionately about the importance of education. She loved to read books. She taught math and science for over 29 years. Even after she retired, she continued as a substitute teacher. The “best teachers” do more than instruct; they encourage and inspire their students to be all that they can be. She led by example, always doing the right thing.

She was a loving parent. She enjoyed gardening, loved to cook (her home was filled with the aroma of fresh baked bread). She was a very hard worker. She had a kind heart, enjoyed family reunions, and she volunteered in her community. She was the Breckenridge correspondent for the Chillicothe Constitution Tribune and Hamilton Advocate for over 15 years. She will always be remembered for her energy, love of life and spirited attitude.

Even though she would have preferred to be in her own home, she appreciated all of the help she received at the Licking Park Manor. She could not have gotten along without you. Thank you very much!

The visitation and service were held Saturday, Nov. 7, at the Methodist Church in Breckenridge. Any contributions in Waneta’s memory can be made toward the purchase of books for the Breckenridge R-1 school library.

She will truly be missed by all who were fortunate enough to have known her.

Thank you Mom, You were the best! She was a very special lady and we will cherish those happy memories of her always.

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Jodi Kern-Maddox

Jodi Kern-Maddox, 56, of Kansas City, formerly of Hamilton, passed away on Nov. 8, 2009, at North Kansas City Hospital.

Jodi was born on July 2, 1953 in Kansas City to Thomas Jacob and Hazel Nadine Tyler Kern. She was a graduate of Excelsior Springs High School.

She was a former member of the Wells of Joy Church, SE of Hamilton.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a son, Dustin Maddox.

Survivors include her children, Elizabeth Maddox-Owens, Kansas City; Mitchell Maddox, of the home; and Christina Cook-McElwee, Chillicothe; sister, Kay Berry, Excelsior Springs; brother, Thomas J. Kern, Liberty; and three grandchildren.

The body has been cremated. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Nov. 12, at the Wells of Joy Church, SE of Hamilton.

Arrangements are under the direction of Bram Funeral Home in Hamilton.

 

Raymond Dee Maupin

Raymond Dee Maupin, age 84, a resident of Chillicothe, passed away at Hedrick Medical Center in Chillicothe on Thursday, Nov. 5, 2009.

He was born on May 3, 1925 in Mooresville, the son of Delvern William and Flora Mae (Matthis) Maupin. He graduated from Breckenridge High School in Breckenridge. On March 23, 1952, he married Alta L. Gitthens of Breckenridge. She survives the home.

Raymond moved from Breckenridge to Chillicothe in 1956. He was employed as a truck driver, had many other jobs, and later worked at Cookes Sales & Service in Chillicothe for 30 years as a maintenance man.

Survivors also include three sons, David Ray Maupin, Independence; Marvin D. Maupin, Wheeling; Larry W. Maupin, Columbia; two daughters, Connie Sue Hartwig, Bogard and Linda Kay Maupin, Chillicothe; seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and three step great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one infant sister, and one sister, Marjorie Stark in 2003.

Services were held Nov. 9 with visitation on Nov. 8. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association and may be mailed to Lindley Funeral Home, P.O. Box 47, Chillicothe, MO 64601.

Arrangements were under the direction of Lindley Funeral Home.

 

Rev. William Merlin Wormsley

Rev. William Merlin Wormsely, 78, Holts Summit, passed away Thursday, Nov. 5, 2009 at University Hospital in Columbia.

He was born Jan. 28, 1931 in Polo, the son of Johnnie W. and Velma E. (Robison) Wormsley. On June 15, 1962 he married Brenda Herrmann in Slater.

He served in the U.S. Army from 1952-1954. He was the pastor at New Prospect Church in rural Slater, Garland Baptist Church in Clinton, Hughesville Baptist Church in Hughesville, Hurricane Baptist Church in Carroll County, Brunswick Baptist Church in Brunswick, Tina Baptist Church in Tina, Providence Baptist Church in New Bloomfield and Dry Fork Baptist Church in Guthrie. Bill was a retired teacher from Bosworth School and retired from MVE in 2001. He also worked for Lindley Funeral Home in Chillicothe.

Funeral services were held Monday, Nov. 9, 2009 at Dry Fork Baptist Church with interment at Dry Fork Cemetery.

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Aileen Ella Barry

Aileen Ella Barry, age 91, a resident of Cameron, formerly of Breckenridge, passed away at Quail Run Health Care Center in Cameron on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2009.

She was born on August 22, 1918, the daughter of George and Elsie (Barnett) Swaithes of Daviess County. Aileen was a member of the Breckenridge Christian Church in Breckenridge.

Survivors include two sons, Lyndon Barry of St. Joseph, and Jim DeVaul of Grandview, one sister, Mary Crider of Cole Camp, and two grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother, Earl Barry, and one sister, Ruth Geier.

Graveside services were held at Rose Hill Cemetery in Breckenridge Oct. 24.

 Arrangements are under the direction of Pitts Funeral Home, Breckenridge.

 

Caroline Barron Baker

Caroline Barron Baker, 74, Kingston, formerly of Kansas City, passed away on Oct. 2, 2009 at North Kansas City Hospital after a battle with cancer.

Caroline was born Nov. 12, 1934 to Henry and Naomi (Puckett) Barron. She was the youngest of eight siblings and grew up on the family farm in Caldwell County. She attended Mt. Pleasant and Hamilton Schools, graduating from Hamilton High School in 1952.

She married Russell Eugene (Gene) Baker in June of 1952 and together they had five children: Teressa (Mike) Ford, Mona (Tom) Riggs, Russell (Louann) Baker, Richard (Shannon) Baker. Philip Baker preceded his mother in death in 1984.

Caroline was an active leader of the Mirabile community for the past 52 years. She was a member of the Mirabile Community Church, the Mirabile Ladies Aid and well known for her pies. She was active in the creation of the Mirabile Mothers Association during the time her children attended school. She was also very involved with leadership of the local 4-H.

Caroline’s hands were always busy sewing, quilting or crocheting. She also enjoyed baking, reading, teaching Sunday school and many other charitable activities. Her family was the center of her life and she focused much attention on their loving care. She will be greatly missed by the many who loved her.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, son Phil and two siblings, Howard Barron and Norma Rockwell.

She is survived by her remaining children, as well as many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sisters Francis Tenderella, Elizabeth Pierce, Margueritte Hawks and brothers Bill and Lee Barron.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Mirabile Ladies Aid in c/o Charlene Webster, 2679 SW State Rte. D, Kingston, MO 64650. A memorial service was held Friday, Oct. 23 at the Mirabile Community Church at 1 p.m. followed by a private burial.

Arrangements were by Bram Funeral Home, Hamilton.

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Brian Glen Bost

Brian Glen Bost, 39, Polo, formerly of Richmond, passed away Monday, Oct. 19, 2009 at Cameron Regional Medical Center.

Brian was born Aug. 2, 1970 in Richmond to William L. and June E. (Peters) Bost who survive him in Polo.

On Sept. 23, 1994, he married Ronda Mace, who survives of the home.

Brian worked for Ford Motor Company until 2006.

He is preceded in death by his son, Steven Tyler Bost; maternal grandfather, Glen Peters; and his paternal grandparents Rev. and Mrs. O.L. Bost.

Survivors include his sons, Sid and John Bost of the home; his sister, Kyla Griffin, Excelsior Springs, brother Randy Bost, Peoria, AZ and maternal grandmother Mary Peters, Polo.

Memorial services were held Saturday, Oct. 24 at 4 p.m. at Bailey & Cox Family Funeral Service in Polo. The family suggests memorial gifts be made to Bikers for Babies or Millville Methodist Church, Millville, MO.

Arrangements  under the direction of Bailey & Cox.

 

Connor “Pete” Jones

Connor “Pete” Jones, 94, Hamilton, passed away Oct. 20, 2009, at Hill Crest Manor Nursing Home, Hamilton.

Pete was born on May 9, 1915, in rural Caldwell County to Ora F. and Emma M. Connor Jones. He was a 1933 graduate of New York High School southeast of Hamilton.

Pete lived in Kansas City for a few years and delivered bread for Manor bread. This is where he met his wife, Norma Merrell. They were married on Oct. 12, 1940 in Kansas City.

Pete and Norma owned and operated the Hamilton Locker Plant. He was also a farmer. He was the oldest living member of the Hamilton United Methodist Church and his family helped to construct the current sanctuary. Pete was also a past member of the Hamilton Lions Club, Hamilton Rotary and he was a member of the Missouri Locker Association.

Pete was preceded in death by his parents; wife; two sisters, Lucille Long and Anna Laura Bux; two brothers, Russell G. and Stanley R. Jones and one son-in-law, Dale Thomson.

Survivors include daughters Sharon Thomson, Excelsior Springs, Donna (Elton) Combs, Newton, IA and Connie (A.C.) Lasher, King City; sister, Jean Hines, Hamilton; brother Elmore (E.O.) Jones, Independence; sister-in-law, Elwanda Jones, Independence; seven grandchildren, two step-grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and five step-great-grandchildren.

Funeral services were held Saturday, Oct.24 at 2 p.m. at the Hamilton United Methodist Church. Interment was in Highland Cemetery, Hamilton. Memorials may be made to the church. Arrangements under the direction of Bram Funeral Home, Hamilton.

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Betty Lu Rowlen

Betty Lu Rowlen, 71, Hamilton, passed away Oct. 20, 2009 at Hill Crest Manor Nursing Home, Hamilton. She had previously worked as a bookkeeper for Walgreens.

Betty was born on March 25, 1938 in Champaign, IL to Dale and Viola Swisher Wheatley. She had lived in Hamilton since 1995.

Survivors include son Rex Rowlen, Tucson,AZ; daughters Bobbie Jo Rowlen, LaGrange, GA and Lynn Tamborini, Ogelsby, IL; significant other, Donald James of the home and four grandchildren, Jesse Lee Rowlen, Ethan Tamborini and Jenna and Abby Neu.

The body was cremated. A memorial service was held Friday, Oct. 23 at the Hamilton Federated Church. Inurnment at a later date. Memorials may be made to the Caldwell County Foundation Cancer Assistance Fund.

Arrangements under the direction of Bram Funeral Home, Hamilton.

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Una L. Barron

Una L. Barron, 87, a former resident of Dawn, passed away at Golden Age Nursing Home in Braymer on Oct. 22, 2009.

She was born on April 9, 1922, the daughter of Humphrey and Jessica (O’Roak) Wooden in Hill Township, Carroll County. On June 18, 1938 she married Nelson Edward Barron. He preceded her in death on Feb. 26, 1996.

Una was a homemaker and worked for a number of years at Boss Mfg. Co. in Chillicothe. In 1958 Nelson and she built a dairy barn where she milked 50-60 cows twice per day until retiring.

Una was a member of the Enon Baptist Church of Dawn. She loved music, playing her guitar and singing. She was a devoted wife, mother and “Granny.” She was “Granny” to everyone who knew her lovely blue eyes and smile.

Survivors include two sons, Edward Barron, Dawn and Ted and wife Laura, Norborne; three daughters, Peggy Stratton and husband Gary, Braymer, Patsy Corbin and husband Bobbie, Dawn and Dorene Hussey and husband Lonnie, Kansas City; one sister, Neva Corf, Chillicothe; one sister-in-law, Letha Whitney, Cameron; nine grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; one great-great grandchild; several nieces and nephews and many friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, nine brothers, John, Leo, Henry, Jackie, Buford, Jimmy, Lloyd, Leslie, and Harold; two sisters, Nadine Trussell and Kathleen Jenks; one son-in-law, Robert Kirkendoll; one grandson Kent Kirkendoll and one great-grandson, Timothy Corbin.

Services were held at the Enon Baptist Church in Dawn on Saturday, Oct. 24 with burial in the Enon Cemetery in Dawn.

Memorial contributions may be made to Enon Baptist Church and /or Enon Cemetery and may be left at the funeral home or mailed to Lindley Funeral Home, P.O. Box 47, Chillicothe, MO 64601.

Arrangements under the direction of Llindley Funeral Home, Braymer.

Virginia  J. Lowe

Virginia J. Lowe, 81, of Independence, MO, joined her husband in their eternal home on Oct. 24, 2009.  Visitation will be held from 6-8 pm Wednesday, Oct. 28, at the Park Lawn Northland Chapel, I-35 at 291 Hwy., Liberty.  Services will be held at 1:00 pm Thursday, October 29, at the chapel.  Burial will follow in Brooking Cemetery in Raytown. 

Virginia was born January 7, 1928 in Tarsney Lake, MO, the daughter of David and Pearl (Gibson) Dollard.  She was a member of Country Meadows Baptist Church in Independence and the Polo, MO Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star.  Along with her parents, Virginia was preceded in death by her husband Earl Dee Lowe, son Robert “Bob” Lowe, three brothers, three sisters and a grandson.  She leaves three children, Patricia Brooks, John Lowe (Linda) and Larry Dee Lowe; a brother, Delbert Dollard; seven grandchildren and fifteen great-grandchildren, as well as many nieces, nephews, friends and neighbors. You may send a message to the family or sign an on-line guest book via www.parklawnfunerals.com.  Arrangements:  Park Lawn Northland Chapel (816) 781-8228. 

 

Cecil Robison

Cecil Robison, 88, Polo, Missouri, died, Thursday, October 22, 2009 at Liberty Hospital, Liberty, Missouri.

Born December 29, 1920, in Polo, Missouri, he was a lifelong resident of Polo.

On December 12, 1943, he married Naomi Pauline Mann, who preceded him in death on July 17, 2008.

Mr. Robison retired from General Motors after thirty years.

He enjoyed square dancing, woodworking, and gardening.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Arch and Letha (Craven) Robison, and his daughter, Nancy Robison.

(Survivors:) his son, Dave Robison, and his wife, Pat, Lawson, Missouri; his daughter, Pamela Robison, Platte City, Missouri; grandchildren, Bret Robison, Sheila, McMillen, Patricia Locke, Steve Whitlow, Jamie Danskin, Julie Dady, Angela Salinas, Amanda Davis, Andrea Bonneberger, and Loren Robison; twenty great grandchildren and four great- great grandchild and many nieces and nephews.

(Services:) 11:00 A.M. Saturday, October 24, 2009, Prairie Ridge Church, Polo.  Interment Prairie Ridge Cemetery, Polo.  The Family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church.  The Family suggests memorial gifts to the Alzheimer’s Association or The American Cancer Society.

Mary F. Still

Mary F. Still, 77, Richmond, passed away Oct. 24, 2009 at her residence.

She was born on Jan. 15, 1932 in Braymer, the daughter of Charlie and Anna Roes (Oster) Bryan.

Mary was employed by Ray County Hospital in Richmond as an LPN for 25 years. She was a member of the Richmond United Methodist Church of Richmond.

Survivors include one daughter, Susan (Tim)Gooch of Richmond; one grandson, Andrew Gooch of Richmond and one aunt, Betty Oster of Lexington.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Services were held Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009 at 11 a.m. at Richmond United Methodist Church with burial in Wakenda Cemetery in Harden.

Memorial contributions may be made to Richmond United Methodist Church and/or Ray County Hospital Auxiliary and may be left at the funeral home or mailed to Lindley Funeral Home, P.O. Box 47, Chillicothe, 64601.

Arrangements were under the direction of Pitts Funeral Home in Braymer.

Wanda I. Davis

Wanda I. Davis, 81, formally of Winston, passed away Friday, Oct. 16, 2009 at the home of her grandson, David Greenwood and wife Vickie in Clinton.

Wanda is survived by six children, Frankie Young, Cameron; Jack Archer, Hamilton; Kathline Rhoades, Columbia; Judy Hendricks, La Port, TX; Kenneth Archer, Winston; Richard Archer, Kearney and one stepson Frank Davis, Coffey. One brother, Cecil Rhoades, Coffey, one sister, Jean Smith, Brookfield and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchldren, nieces and nephews.

Wanda was preceded in death by one son, Billy Archer and one daughter, Donna Lyons.

Services for Wanda Davis will be held Saturday, Oct. 24 at 10 a.m. at the Baptist Church in Winston.

 

Richard (Dick) Dean Lund

Richard (Dick) Dean Lund, 64, Hamilton, passed away at his home, surrounded by his family, on Oct. 20, 2009. He had lived in Hamilton his entire life.

He was born in Hamilton on Nov. 1, 1945, to Arthur and Nina Bradley Lund. He graduated from Penney High School in Hamilton in 1963. He retired as a meter reader for AmerenUE and was the current mayor of Hamilton.

Dick was a member of the Hamilton United Methodist Church where he was a certified Lay Leader, had been a past Sunday school teacher and served on many of the church boards. He was a former president and chapter secretary of the Hamilton Jaycees, and had served a two-year term on the Hamilton City Council. He was a past president of the Hamilton Lions Club, a former Optimist Club member, and had served three years as president of the Hamilton Northwest Missouri Steam and Gas Association. He was a small fry wrestling coach for 20 years.

On May 28, 2000, he married Carol Gastineau in Hamilton. She survives of the home.

Dick was preceded in death by his father; his first wife, Barbara and a son-in-law, Kenneth Lambrecht.

Additional survivors include his mother, Nina Lund Reavis, Hamilton; children, Debbie Lambrecht, David (Paige) Lund, Dennis (Nikki) Lund, Darrin (Heather) Lund, Dina (Dean) Eskridge, all of Hamilton; Jessie (Ross) Farber, Independence and Andy (Wendi) Mills, Blue Springs; sisters, Judy Peirson and Susan Youtsey, Hamilton and Mary Hibler, Kidder; seven grandchildren, Trevor and Whitney Lund, Daniel Eskridge, Trey, Sydney and Tessa Lund and Raelyn Eskridge and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, Oct. 22 at 1 p.m. at the Hamilton United Methodist Church-Family Life Center. Visitation will be Wednesday, Oct. 21 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the church. Interment will be in the Highland Cemetery, Hamilton.

Memorials can be made to The Caldwell County Foundation Cancer Assistance Fund or Cameron Comfort Care Hospice.

Arrangements are under the direction of Bram Funeral Home of Hamilton.

Mary F. Still

Mary F. Still, 77, Richmond, passed away Oct. 24, 2009 at her residence.

She was born on Jan. 15, 1932 in Braymer, the daughter of Charlie and Anna Roes (Oster) Bryan.

Mary was employed by Ray County Hospital in Richmond as an LPN for 25 years. She was a member of the Richmond United Methodist Church of Richmond.

Survivors include one daughter, Susan (Tim)Gooch of Richmond; one grandson, Andrew Gooch of Richmond and one aunt, Betty Oster of Lexington.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Services were held Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009 at 11 a.m. at Richmond United Methodist Church with burial in Wakenda Cemetery in Harden.

Memorial contributions may be made to Richmond United Methodist Church and/or Ray County Hospital Auxiliary and may be left at the funeral home or mailed to Lindley Funeral Home, P.O. Box 47, Chillicothe, 64601.

Arrangements were under the direction of Pitts Funeral Home in Braymer.

 

Rexee Jo Jackson

Rexee Jo Jackson, 14, of Sunnyside, unexpectedly passed to God, with her mother, Oct. 5, 2009. Funeral services were held on Friday, Oct. 9, 2009 at Springlake-Earth School Auditorium, with Brother Kris Knippa of the First Baptist Church of Earth officiating. The family received friends at the home of Sam and Poppy Jackson in Hereford, TX.

Rexee was born to Sam and Tammy (Cook) Jackson on June 30, 1995 in Dimmitt, TX. Rexee was a freshman at Springlake-Earth High School.

Rexee was a “breath of fresh air” and had a bubbly, fun-loving spirit that brought joy to those around her. She was her daddy’s little girl, who he affectionately called “Dove.” Rexee was the Sunshine that chased the clouds away.

She loved being a varsity cheerleader; she played basketball and ran cross-country. She loved her horses and competed in the barrels, poles (which was her favorite event) and she was learning to rope. She loved to sing, dance and act crazy with her friends. Rexee was a member of the First Baptist Church of Earth youth group and had a salvation experience at a recent youth retreat. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. She has taken a piece of us with her.

She is survived by her dad and step-mom, Sam and Poppy (Richardson) Jackson of Hereford, TX; brothers Treylr Jackson of Sunnyside and Riley and Hayden Cape of Hereford; paternal grandmother, Leanor Rogers, Hamilton, maternal grandmother, Velma Nixon of Inola, OK; step-grandparents, Carlton and Gail Richardson of Hereford; aunts and uncles, Charles and Beth Jackson of Kearney, MO, Felicia Meador of Kansas City, Steve and Susie Richardson of Clayton, N.M. and Toni and Marlin Miller of Earth; cousins, Lilly and Bella Jackson of Kearney, Becca, Remington and Robyn Richardson of Clayton, N.M. and Landon, Jakoby, Chance and Trustin Miller of Earth.

Rexee was preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, Ralph Cook, her step grandmother, Brenda Cook Landers; paternal grandfather Rex Jackson of Hamilton who Rexee was named for, Great aunt MaDonna Jackson and great-grandparents  Mr. and Mrs. Grafton Jackson of Hamilton.

Pallbearers were Remington Richardson, Dennis Bryan, Robert Wilhite and Tod Bradley.

A private burial for the family followed the memorial service.

Services were under the direction of Parsons-Ellis Funeral Home of Earth, TX.

The family suggests memorials be sent Sam and Poppy Jackson, 4301 FM 1259, Hereford, TX 79045, for the Rexee Jo Cheerleading Scholarship Fund.

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Bruce Barnes Alexander

Bruce Barnes Alexander, 60, husband of Stephania Evans Alexander and son-in-law of William and Jean Evans of Braymer, Missouri, passed away at his home in Coppell, Texas on October 7 surrounded by his family.  He was born on February 28, 1949 in Jacksonville, Florida. 

Bruce is a graduate of Sandy Springs High School near Atlanta, Georgia and attended Georgia State University where he was a member of Sigma Nu. 

He is survived by his wife and his two daughters, Mary Elizabeth Alexander and Erin Leigh Alexander.  In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Salvation Army Prisoner Rehabilitation Program; please specify “Prisoner Rehabilitation Program” in the memo portion of the check.

Audentia V.Kavanaugh

Audentia V. Kavanaugh, 94, Hamilton, passed away Sunday, October 4, 2009 at Cameron Regional Medical Center.

Audentia was born Jan. 31, 1915 near New Cabria to C.W. (Charlie) and Fannie Brewer Miller. She was a 1932 graduate of the Hamilton High School and was proud to be honored in recent years as the oldest living alumni.

Audentia married E.C. Kavanaugh Jan. 4, 1936 in Cowgill. They soon made Hamilton their home and moved to the brick house on East Arthur Street in 1951. She was co-owner of the Kavanaugh Salvage Company and for 17-1/2 years was the voice of the Hamilton Daily News, broadcasting each morning from her kitchen pantry for KCHI Radio in Chillicothe. Audentia composed each broadcast and gathered her own sponsors.

She was a member of the Hamilton United Methodist Church and the Order of the Eastern Star.

Audentia was preceded in death by her parents; husband; two daughters, Frances Pauline and Elizabeth Coots; a grandson, Kelly Kavanaugh; a granddaughter, Kimberly Coots; a great-granddaughter, Rachel Catron; a brother, Paul Miller and a sister, Garnet Robertson.

Survivors include her children– Ed Kavanaugh of Kansas City; Fannie Smith of Oakland, CA; Paul (Cheryl) Kavanaugh of Hamilton; Kent (Sharon) Kavanaugh of Kansas City; son-in-law, Gary Coots of Cameron; sister, Grace Strade of Hamilton; 16 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; two step-great-grandchildren and two step-great-great-grandchildren.

A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 8 at the Hamilton Untied Methodist Church. Visitation will be from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday (today) at the church. Interment will be in Highland Cemetery. Memorials may be in the form of flowers or a donation to the Hamilton Methodist Church. Friends may call at Bram Funeral Home after noon on Wednesday (today).

Arrangements are under the direction of Bram Funeral Home, Hamilton.

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Margaret Helen Kline

Margaret Helen Kline, 89, Canton, SD, formerly of Hamilton, passed away Sunday, October 4, 2009 at her daughter’s home in South Dakota.

Born on Oct. 28, 1919 in Kidder to Frank and Ethel Clark Gurney, she had been a homemaker and a devoted wife and mother. She enjoyed being outside and tending her garden. Canning and taking care of her chickens were especially important to her. She was grateful for having shared her life with all of her family and friends.

On Nov. 27, 1939 she married Lawrence Vernon Kline in Hamilton. To this union three children were born– Margaret, Larry and Nancy.

She was a member of the Hamilton First Baptist Church and had been baptized in Kidder as a young girl. She and her husband were also baptized in 1954 at the Hamilton church after her son’s death.

She was preceded in death by her husband; her parents; a daughter, Margaret Townsend; a son, Larry Kline; brothers, Harold and Emmett Gurney and a sister, Grace Taylor.

Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Nancy and Albert Van Laar, of Canton, SD; a brother, Dean Gurney of Savage, MT; a sister, Lolly Basta of Glendive, MT; six grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren and a foster grandchild, Richard Slates.

A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 9 at Bram Funeral Home, Hamilton. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Interment will be in Lick Fork Cemetery, Gallatin. Friends may call at the funeral home after noon on Thursday.

Arrangements are under the direction of Bram Funeral Home, Hamilton.

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Penny Muller

Penny Muller, 89, Chillicothe, Mo., formerly of Hamilton, passed away Monday, September 28, 2009 at The Baptist Home in Chillicothe.

Penny was born on Aug. 31, 1920, in Osborn, KS, to Albert Leroy and Mary Ellen Warren Thornburg.  She had worked as a housewife, school and nursing home cook, a cashier, and had been a babysitter for numerous children.

Penny had been a member of the Hamilton First Baptist Church and also a former member of the Order of the Eastern Star.

On Aug. 2, 1941, she married Harry L. Muller in KS.  They had lived in Hamilton since 1950, moving there from Gallatin.  Harry preceded her in death.

She was also preceded by her parents; an infant son; a sister, Opal Pawl; a brother, Dale Thornburg; and a great-granddaughter, Katie.

Survivors include daughter Cathie (Bob) Sherrow, Chula; son Jim (Brenda) Muller, Hamilton; daughter Joyce Peacher, Brookfield; brother Don Thornburg, Sacremento, CA; nine grandchildren, Kim (Randy) Muller, Carey (Bobby) Shananhan, Chris (Kelli) Lewis, Kevin Good, April Klusman, Harmony (Ryan) Belden, Jessica Muller, Jennifer Spurgeon and Sheri (Scott) Cadwellader; 13 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.

Funeral Services were held Monday, Oct. 5, at the Hamilton First Baptist Church.  Interment was at Lick Fork Cemetery, Gallatin.  Memorials may be sent to The Hedrick Medical Center Hospice, Chillicothe. Arrangements were under the direction of Bram Funeral Home. (paid obituary)

 

Clarence “Dean” Wick

Clarence “Dean” Wick, 80, Hamilton, formerly of Auburn, CA, passed away at his residence in Nettleton on Thursday, October 1, 2009.

Dean was born on Jan. 15, 1929 in Liberal, KS to Charles and Sarah Ellen Boles Wick. He married Donna Greenwood in El Monte, CA on Nov. 4, 1951. She survives of the home.

He had formerly worked as a welder for Clayton Manufacturing in California and had also welded wrought iron for his brother’s business until retiring at the age of 70.

Dean was preceded in death by his parents and ten brothers and sisters.

Other survivors include two daughters, Elizabeth Lynch of Apple Valley, CA and Jana Swancoat of Liberty; three sons, Stephen Wick of Glendale, CA, Christopher Wick of Hamilton and James Wick of Santee, CA; a niece, Ashley Richards of Bolivar; a brother, Donald R. Wick of Balboa, CA; 13 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

The body has been cremated. There will be a private family service at a later date.

Arrangements are under the direction of Bram Funeral Home, Hamilton.

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Lucy Laurine Gagnon

Lucy Laurine Gagnon, baby of Joe and Kendra Bryant Gagnon, Lathrop, was stillborn on September 22, 2009 at St. Luke’s Hospital, Kansas City.

Survivors include her parents; a brother, Max, of the  home; maternal grandparents, Merle and RoseMary Bryant, Hamilton; paternal grandparents, Laurien and Rick Calvert, Mirabile; paternal great-grandparents, Joe and Mary Panethere, Kansas City; an aunt, Sara (Patrick) Meyer, Kansas City; three uncles, Kevin Bryant, Columbia, Chris (Heather) Gagnon, Polo, and John (Christina) Gagnon, Olathe, KS and two cousins, Maggie and John Gagnon, Olathe.

There will be a private graveside family inurnment service at the Lathrop Cemetery.

Arrangements are under the direction of Bram Funeral Home, Hamilton.

 

Penny Muller

Penny Muller, 89, Chillicothe, formerly of Hamilton, passed away at the Baptist Home in Chillicothe on September 28, 2009

Services are pending for Monday, Oct. 5, 2009 at Hamilton First Baptist Church. Memorials may be made to the Hedrick Medical Center Hospice.

Arrangements are under the direction of Bram funeral Home.

 

Hildred Jane Pendelton

Hildred Jane Pendelton, 94, formerly of Hamilton died Saturday, September 26, 2009.

She was born Nov. 7, 1914 to Asa L. and Letha M. Stubblefied Houghton in Mirabile. She graduated from the University of Kansas and was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution Major Molly.

She is survived by two sons, Robert Pendelton of Aurora, CO and Raymond Pendelton of Jacksonville, Fl; a daughter, Sandra Stratton on Missouri; 14 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren.

Graveside services were held Tuesday, Sept. 29 at Kingston Cemetery, Kingston. Memorials may be made to the Susan G. Koman Breast Cancer or the Alzheimer’s Assn.

Arrangements were under the direction of Bross and Spidle Funeral Home, Excelsior Springs.

 

Richard John “RJ” (Dick) Schuckenbrock

Richard John “RJ” (Dick) Schuckenbrock, 91, Liberty, died Wednesday, September 23, 2009 at New Mark Care Center, Kansas City.

He was born on April 18, 1918 in St. Clement to Charles T. and Julia Ann (Grawe) Schuckenbrock. He was a 1937 graduate of Bowling Green High School. Bowling Green. He graduated from the University of Missouri, Columbia in 1941 with a bachelor’s of science in agriculture. On May 23, 1942 he married H. Mildred Hunt in Columbia.

RJ served as a lieutenant JG in the U.S. navy from 1944 until 1946. He was a farm agent in Chariton County from 1946 until 1948. RJ farmed from 1946 through 1984, primarily on the family farm in Livingston County. In addition to his farm operation he served with Livingston County Production Credit as loan officer and as a vice president with the Bank of Kingston.

He was a member of the Lions Club, Ludlow and St. Columban Catholic Church, Chillicothe. He attended St. James Catholic Church, Liberty.

RJ was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Alma (Sister Juliette) Schuckenbrock and a son, Larry Vincent Schuckenbrock.

Survivors include his wife, Mildred Schuckenbrock, of over 67 years, Liberty; three sons, Richard L. Schuckenbrock of Lucas, KS, James F. Schuckenbrock of Kansas City, MO and David Schuckenbrock of Waxahachie, TZ; three daughters, Mary Patricia (Trish) Maurer of Schaumburg, IL, Carol Bregenzer of Germantown, TN and Joan Schuckenbrock of Orlando, FL; three brothers, Charles H. Schuckenbrock, J.G. Schuckenbrock and Francis N. Schuckenbrock, all of Bowling Green; two sisters, Leona A. Sobczak, Detroit, MI and Jane M. Fuchs of St. Louis; ten grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

A parish rosary with family visitation will be held at Our Lady of Mercy Country Home in Liberty on Wednesday, Oct. 14 at 4 p.m. A memorial mass will be held at St. Columban Catholic Church on Saturday, Oct. 17 at 10 a.m. Friends ad family may call at Lindley Funeral Home on Friday, Oct. 16 from noon until 9 p.m. Memorials may be made directly to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in the decedent’s name, and/or Our Lady of Mercy Country Home.

Arrangements are under the direction of Lindley Funeral Home.

 

William L. (Bill) Thompson

William L. (Bill) Thompson, 80, Carrollton, passed away Saturday, September 26, 2009 at Carroll County Memorial Hospital.

Bill was born March 3, 1929 in Altamont, the son of Samuel and Reva (Goodvin) Thompson. 

On Jan 7, 1951 he married Mary Nadine Lyon in Hamilton.  She survives of the home.

Bill had worked for Warren Lumber Company in Carrollton and was janitor for Carroll County Trust Company for 30 years.  He had recently worked at Hardware Plus in Carrollton.  Bill was a member of the First Baptist Church in Carrollton where he had served as a Deacon since 1982.

His parents preceded him in death.

Bill is also survived by two children, Vicki McNeese, Denver, CO and Leann Floyd and husband, Joe, Creighton; one brother, Bob Thompson, Hamilton; one sister, Cleta Frazier, Hamilton; five grandchildren–  Joseph, William, Kristin, Marissa and Alaina.

Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m., Wednesday, (today) Sept. 30, 2009 at the First Baptist Church in Carrollton with Reverend Jeremy Payne officiating.  Burial will be in Highland Cemetery, Hamilton.

The family suggests contributions be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital in memory of Bill.  They may be left at or mailed to Gibson Funeral Home, 201 S. Main, Carrollton MO 64633.

Condolences may be sent to the family via Gibson Funeral Homes, Inc. website at www.gibsonfunerals.com and clicking on the obituaries link.

Arrangements are under the direction of Gibson Funeral Home, Carrollton.

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Perry Leman Truitt

Perry Leman Truitt, 49, Laclede, passed away at his residence on Sunday, September 20, 2009.

Perry was born on March 19, 1960, the son of Joseph and Marjorie Marie (Jones) Truitt in Kansas City, MO. On Sept. 12, 1994 he married Debra havens in Laredo. She survives of the home.

He enjoyed hunting, fishing ad collecting antiques.

Perry was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Joshua Lee Truitt and two sisters, Raylene Rodgers and Katherine McWhorter.

Additional survivors include two stepsons, Norris William Davis III and daughter-in-law, Rachel of Littleton, CO and Myles Davis of Kansas City, KS; a stepdaughter, Larena Akeson and son-in-law, Brian of Port Hueneme, CA; five brothers– Frank Burrow and Roger Burrow, both of Tyler, TX, Oran Truitt of Pollock, Richard Truitt of Milan and Joseph Truitt of Madison, WI; four sisters– Novena Rhee of Dallas, TX, Lanea Couts of Independence, Patience Herro and Mary Beth Dwiggins, both of Browning; and three grandchildren, Ruby Davis of Littleton, CO, Haley Akeson and Brennan Akeson, both of Port Hueneme, Ca.

A memorial service was held Sept. 24 at Pitts Funeral Home in Breckenridge. A private family interment will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society and mailed to Lindley Funeral Home, PO Box 47, Chillicothe, MO 64601.

Arrangements were under the direction of Pitts Funeral Home, Breckenridge.

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Norwood Creason

Norwood Creason, 91, passed away at his residence in Braymer on Tuesday, September 15, 2009.

He was born on May 6, 1918, the son of Augustus Bryan and Daisy Violet (Brady) Creason in Camden. He married Ella Anna Smithey in 1940; she preceded him in death in 1946. On May 2, 1947 he married Ojuita Marie Stephenson in Lawrence, KS. They were married for 59 years. She preceded him in death on May 31, 2006. On July 8, 2007 he married Nevel Jackie Rains in Cowgill. She survives of the home.

He served in the U.S. Army in the 87^th Infantry Division, European Theater. During this time he worked as a truck driver, welder’s helper, oiler and mechanic. He served in World War II in the Battle of the Bulge, Belgium, Luxembourg and Germany. After World War II he was a farmer until being elected as a Missouri State Representative. He served two terms as Caldwell County Democratic Committee Chairman from 1973 to 1980; he also served as County Commissioner. He was elected to 18 years in the Missouri House of Representatives from 1977 to 1994; during this time he was the Chairman of the House Agriculture Committee for 14 years, serving from 1981 to 1993.

Norwood was a member of the Cowgill United Methodist Church, American Legion and VFW and a charter member of the Cowgill Lions Club. He was also a member of the Caldwell, Ray, Carroll, Chariton and Braymer Historical Societies, the Ray County Genealogical Society, Ray County Friends of the Museum, Association of Retired Missouri State Employees, 87^th Army Division Association, Polo Lodge #232, Richmond Shrine Club, K.C. Ararat Shrine Temple and the Royal Order of Kentucky Colonels. Norwood enjoyed traveling, photography, woodworking, restoring cars and horse drawn machinery. He was a collector of many things.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two wives, Ella (Smithey) Creason and Ojuita (Stephenson) Creason; a stepson, Stephen Alan Saunders; two brothers, Kenneth and Wayne and a sister, Vina Lue.

Other survivors include three sons– Terry Creason and daughter –in-law Connie of Madison, Kenneth Creason and daughter-in-law Sondra of Yamhill, OR and Randall Creason and daughter-in-law Linda of Braymer; two daughters, Sue Creason and son-in-law Eddie Herndon of St. Joseph and Mary Lue Tuck and son-in-law Gary of Braymer ; a sister, Helen Pattee of Overland Park, KS; a stepson, Rex Rains of Maryland Heights; four stepdaughters–  Vicki and Tom Mefti of Stover, Connie Swartz of Sturgeon, Janene Stover of Boonville and Teresa Vollarth of Franklin; 13 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; five great-great grandchildren; 14 step grandchildren and 25 step-great-grandchildren.

Services were held at the Braymer United Methodist Church, Braymer on Saturday, Sept. 19 at 2 p.m. Burial was in the Evergreen Cemetery, Braymer. Memorial contributions may be made to the United Methodist Church of Cowgill or Hedrick Medical Center Hospice and may be mailed to Pitts Funeral Home, PO Box 247 Braymer, MO 64624.

Arrangements were under the direction of Pitts Funeral Home, Braymer.

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Paula Kay Daily

Paula Kay Daily, 73, Hamilton, died Sunday, September 20, 2009 at a hospital in Cameron.

She was born March 23, 1936 in Kansas City to J.P. and Marjorie Ridings Jones. She lived in Hamilton the past 45 years and had been a housewife.

She married Harlan Daily in Hamilton. He survives of the home.

Paula  was a member of  the Federated Church in Hamilton and had been a former member of the PEO Chapter N, also of Hamilton.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a grandson, Curtis.

Other survivors include a daughter, Sheila Mills of St. Robert; a son, Brian Daily of Hamilton; a brother, Herbert Jones of Gatlinburg, TN; three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 24 at the Hamilton Federated Church. Visitation will be from 7 to 8 p.m. Wednesday (today) at Bram Funeral Home in Hamilton; friends may call after 10 a.m. on Wednesday.  Interment will be in Highland Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association.

Arrangements are under the direction of Bram Funeral Home, Hamilton.

 

William “Bill” Tharp

William “Bill” Tharp, 55, Chillicothe, died at the Elks Club, Chillicothe on Tuesday, September 15, 2009.

He was born on Jan. 15, 1954 to John H. and E. Merlene Dains Tharp in Chillicothe. He was a 1972 graduate of Chillicothe High School and a 1974 graduate of Kansas City Institute of Technology. On Dec. 8, 1980 he married Tena Marie Filley in Chillicothe. She survives of the home.

Bill was a computer networking instructor for the Chillicothe RII School District at the Grand River Technical School for 25 years. He was a member and Exalted Ruler of the Chillicothe Elks Lodge 656 and a member of the Chillicothe Eagles Aerie #2428.

He was preceded in death by his mother.

Other survivors include his father, John, of Chillicothe; two daughters, Sarah Burton of Springfield and Kelly Tharp of Kirksville; a sister, Wilma Graham of Chillicothe; several aunts, uncles and cousins.

Services were held Sept. 18 at Lindley Funeral Home, Chillicothe. Burial was in Meadville Cemetery, Meadville. Memorials may be made to the Chillicothe Elks 656 Scholarship Fund in care of the funeral home.

Arrangements were under the direction of Lindley Funeral Home, Chillicothe.

Patricia Ann Reed

Patricia Ann Reed 76, Cameron, passed away on Tuesday, September 8, 2009.

Pat was born on March 16, 1933 in St. Louis to Edwin and Edna (Bruns) Redhage.

Pat was a graduate of the University of Missouri in home economics and earned her master’s degree from the University of Maryland. She taught for the Kidder and Hamilton School Districts, before retiring.

She was a member of the Cameron United Methodist Church, Lydia Circle and served as past president, American Business Women’s Association, Caldwell County Historical Society, Missouri State Teachers Association and Delta Kappa Gamma. Pat was a 4-H Leader for the Kidder Lonestar Chapter.

Pat married David J. Reed on Dec.31, 1960 in St. Clair. He survives of the home.

Additional survivors include a son, D.J. and wife, Tracy Reed, Richmond; two daughters, Gina Hibler, Cameron and Anne and husband, Tony Leonardo, St. Joseph; a sister, Virginia L. Redhage, Union; grandchildren, Teara Hibler, Ashlee Hibler, Caitlyn Leonardo, Nicolas Leonardo, Wyatt Reed, Evan Reed and Kieran Reed; great-grandchild, Landon Hibler.

A memorial service: was held Friday, September 11, 2009 at the Cameron United Methodist Church. Memorials  may be made to the Stella Grinstead Nutrition Center and/or Caldwell County Historical Society.

Arrangements were under the direction of  Poland-Thompson Funeral Home, Cameron. Online condolences: www.polandthompson.com.

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Jack R. Wilkerson

Jack R. Wilkerson, 88, Braymer, died Tuesday, September 8, 2009 at North Kansas City Hospital in Kansas City.

He was born Nov. 22, 1920 in Cowgill and was a graduate of Cowgill High School. He lived most of his life in Braymer. During World War II he served in the U.S. Navy in the submarine force.

On Nov. 11, 1944 he married Catherine E. Cramer, who survives of the home.

Mr. Wilkerson was a farmer and a member of the Braymer United Methodist Church and the Masonic Lodge.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Odis O. and Ernie (Poor) Wilkerson; a daughter, Jacklyn Wilkerson and a nephew.

Other survivors include his daughter, Jana Wilkerson of Paola, KS; a son, John O. Wilkerson of Braymer; a grandson; a great-grandson; a brother, Clifford Wilkerson of Walcott, IA and a niece.

Services were held Sept. 11 at Bailey and Cox Family Funeral Service, Polo. Interment was in Cowgill Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Polo Nutrition Center, Polo.

Arrangements are under the direction of Bailey and Cox Family Funeral Service, Polo.

 

Everett Lee Williams

Everett Lee Williams, 83, Greenwood, died Friday, September 11, 2009 at the Village Care Hospice in Lee’s Summit.

He was the son of Albert Lee Williams and Florence Williams Yarber.

Survivors include several cousins in the Hamilton area; three half-brothers– Don, bob and Beryl Yarber of the Lee’s Summit area.

Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m., Wednesday (today), Sept. 16 at the Lee’s Summit Historical Cemetery.

Arrangements are under the direction of Marts Memorial, Kansas City.

 

Herschell “Pee Wee” DeWayne Chambers

Herschell “Pee Wee” DeWayne Chambers, 91, Chillicothe, died Tuesday, September 1, 2009 at his residence.

He was born Jan. 20, 1918 in Springhill to Joseph Sherman Miller Chambers and Addie Ethel Lovell. On June 25, 1939 he married Sarah Lee Anderson in Chillicothe. They were married 61 years. She preceded him in death on June 9, 2000.

He moved to Chillicothe from Kansas City in 2001. He was employed by Fruehauf as a truck driver for 28 years. He was a member of the Grace Episcopal Church, Chillicothe.

Others preceding him in death include four brothers and five sisters.

Survivors include three sons– Tim Chambers of Braymer, Terry Chambers of Arthur, IL and Larry Chambers of Forsythe; 14 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren.

Graveside services were held Sept. 4 at Resthaven Memorial Garden, Chillicothe. Memorials may be made to the Hedrick Medical Center Hospice in care of the funeral home.

Arrangements were under the direction of Lindley Funeral Home, Chillicothe.

 

Julius J. Schmidt Jr.

Julius John Schmidt Jr, son of Julius and Josephine Flaming Schmidt was born on August 2, 1925 in Orleans, NE.  He grew up and received his education at schools in Orleans and Bartlett, Nebraska.

Julius married Lois Irene Walters on May 4, 1948 in Parkston, SD.  From this union were two children, son Terry Leroy Schmidt and daughter Linda Susan Schmidt.

Julius worked on his father’s farm in Spalding until 1950 when they moved to Ewing where he trucked cattle.  They later moved to Omaha where he worked as a contractor for Greyhound Van Lines.  In 1965 they relocated to Kansas City, MO area where they continued with Greyhound.  In 1988 Julius retired and they moved to a farm near Braymer.  There he again farmed and raised cattle for thirty-three years.

Julius passed away on August 27, 2009 in Richmond, Missouri at the age of 84.

Surviving Julius is his wife Lois of Neodesha, KS; son, Terry Schmidt and wife Betty of Blairstown; grandson, Julius John Schmidt III and wife Andrea of Clinton; granddaughter, Teresa-Suzanne Schmidt-Spears and husband Frank of Grain Valley; granddaughter Lela Michelle Schmidt of Irving, TX; three sisters: twin sister, Alvina Watson and husband Bill of Tacoma, WA; Luella Keber and husband Joe Jr; and JoAnn Pritchard and husband Mark, all of Spalding, NE.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Francis Schmidt; two sisters, Rose Marie Walters and Mary Ann Pfeifer; and daughter Linda Susan Schmidt.

Services were held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 31, 2009 at St Michael’s Catholic Church in Spalding, NE with Fr. James Murphy officiating.  Burial was in the St. John’s Catholic Cemetery, rural Ewing. Arrangements were under the direction of Dolce-Scheef Mortuary in Spalding, NE.

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Revé Gregory

Juanita Revé Gregory, 87, died Monday, Sept. 7, 2009 in Hamilton.

Revé was born in Hamilton Jan. 4, 1922 to Homer and Gladys Hailey Jones. She grew up on the Jones farm near Kendall Chapel and attended Dillon School. She graduated from Kingston High School in 1939 and married Dean Gregory on Dec. 24, 1941. Their only child, Fredric, was born in 1943. In 1952 they moved to Arvada, CO where Revé worked for Coors for 19 years. They returned to Missouri in 1977.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; son; two brothers, Herschel Jones and Eben Jones and a grandson, Derek.

Survivors include her daughter-in-law, Eileen Gregory, Kingston; sister-in-law, Betty Jones, Kearney; three grandsons– Jay and Tammi Gregory, Hamilton, Travis and Angel Hoover, Nanakuli, HI and Danny and SeAnne Gregory, Kearney; and seven great-grandchildren– Kelly, Jason, Wyatt, Jake, Xavior, Tatum and Whitly.

The body has been cremated.. Graveside service was held at 5 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 13 at the Kingston Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Comfort Care Hospice in Cameron or Hill Crest Manor.

Arrangements were under the direction of Bram Funeral Home, Hamilton.

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 Myron McMillin Bell

Myron McMillin Bell, our beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, 92, of Lee’s Summit, passed and went home to be with the Lord on Monday, August 31, 2009.  

Myron was born July 16, 1917, in Kidder son of Loren & Octa (McMillin) Bell.  He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, William Bell. 

He is survived by his wife, Kathryn  of 67 years;  three daughters and husbands;  Sharon and Don Hartley, Independence, Martha and Dean Phillips, Liberty, and Deanne and Richard Bronaugh, Overland Park, KS; five grandchildren, Laura Maxey (Scott), Aimee Griffin (Geoff), Derrick Hartley (Wendy), Todd Phillips (Jaime), and Elisabeth Bronaugh; six great-grandchildren, Ceanne , Camille, Chloe, and Cathryne Maxey, Cole Griffin, and Annie Hartley; brother, Gerald and wife, Betty Bell.

He was a farmer in the Kendall Chapel community, Hamilton, and was active in his community serving on several boards, including The Hamilton School Board, M.F.A., and F.H.A. boards.  He would say his most significant service was to the Kendall Chapel Church, where he and his family worshiped for many years.

After selling their farm, Myron and Kathryn moved to Cameron, living there many years.  In July 2004, they moved to the Carlyle Retirement Community in Lee’s Summit, so they could be closer to their family. 

Myron loved singing, gardening, his beloved wife of 67 years, his precious family and his Lord.  He will be lovingly missed.

Services will be held at   11:00 a.m., Friday, September 4, 2009, at First Baptist Church, 202 East Ford Street, Cameron, with visitation at 10:00 a.m. Burial will be in Cameron Memory Gardens, Cameron. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church Ministry Fund, Cameron. Online condolences may be expressed at www.polandthompson.com.                                                

Arrangements are under the direction of Poland-Thompson Funeral Home, Cameron.

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Ruby Colene Fuhr

Ruby Colene Fuhr, 89, Braymer, passed away at Hill Crest Manor, Hamilton on Wednesday, August 26, 2009.

She was born on July 3, 1920, the daughter of Ernest Berry Shaffer and Susie (Axon) Shaffer in Braymer. On March 23, 1943, she married Marvin K. Fuhr in Richmond. He preceded her in death.

Ms. Fuhr lived in Braymer her entire life and was a homemaker.

She was a member of the Tobin Valley Club and the Pinnacle Club. She loved playing cards, quilting, cooking for her friends and family.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husbanad Marvin; grandson, Mathew J. Fuhr; a sister, Gladys Kleaman and five brothers, Claude, Lawrence, Forrest, Glenn and Rayburn Shaffer.

Survivors include sons, Gary and wife Patricia of Pleasant Hill, Kenneth Fuhr and friend, Mary Jane McKnight of Lake Waukomas, Leo and wife Jeannete Fuhr of Clinton, Larry and wife Tricia Fuhr or Hamilton; daughter, Karen and husband Duane Hartley of Kingston; nine grandchildren– Stacy Long, Jeff Fuhr, Brian Fuhr, Brenda Fuhr, Kim Fuhr, Erica Fuhr, Sarah Hartley, Rachel Hartley and Ryan Hartley; two great-grandchildren, Bailey and Megan Long.

Services were held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 29 at the United Methodist Church, Braymer. Burial was in Evergreen Cemetery, Braymer. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Hopewell Cemetery or Regional Hospice in care of Pitts Funeral Home, PO Box 247, Braymer, MO 64624.

Arrangements are under the direction of Pitts Funeral Home, Braymer.

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Shirley M. Hershberger

Shirley M. Hershberger, 66 formerly of Gallatin, died Thursday August 27, 2009 at the North Kansas City Hospital.

Shirley was born Sept. 8, 1942 to Hirem and Mary (Curtis) Hogan in rural Daviess County.  She attended country school at Splawn Ridge near Lock Springs.  Shirley was raised and lived most of her life in the Gallatin area, moving to Carrollton two years ago due to failing health. 

She was united in marriage to Kenneth Hershberger on July 13, 1960, he preceded her in death in 2005.  The couple made their home in Gallatin where Shirley was employed at the Daviess County Nursing Home and at the Sunrise Care Center for several years. Shirley was also employed at the McDonald Tea Room in Gallatin for many years where she cooked.

Shirley was a member of the Assembly of God Church in Gallatin.

Shirley was preceded in death by her parents; husband Kenneth; sister, Carol Clemens, brother, Charles Hogan; a grandson and great-grandson.

Survivors include her children, Tonda Loucks of Hamilton, Shirley Loucks of Trenton, Kenneth Hershberger, Jr, of Cameron, Jeffrey Hershberger of Texas, Christopher Hershberger of St. Joseph, James Hershberger of Carrollton; siblings, Clayton Hogan of Jameson, Dale Hogan of Gallatin, Karyn Sweiger of Weatherby, Leo (Jake) Hogan of Gallatin, Donna Graves of Pattonsburg, Phyllis Provance of Cameron and Junellen Williams of Gallatin; 13 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.

Memorial services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, September 4 at the Assembly of God Church in Gallatin.  Inurnment will be at a later date at Clear Creek Cemetery near Jamesport.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Shirley Hershberger Memorial Fund in care of funeral home. Online obituaries at www.mcwilliamsfuneralhomes.com

Arrangements are under the direction of McWilliams Funeral Home in Gallatin

 

Nelle Clastine Wightman Holyfield

Nelle Clastine Wightman Holyfield, 86, Springfield, passed away August 28, 2009 after a short illness.

She was born in Plymouth on Dec. 22, 1922, the daughter of George Franklin and Ruth Jane Wightman.

She was a member of Sycamore Baptist Church. She enjoyed being a housewife and mother and being with her family.

She was preceded in death by her parents her husband, Jerry, of 54 years; also by three brothers and four sisters.

She is survived by her daughter, Jenelle Holyfield of Springfield; her son, Don Wightman and his wife, Fran of Rogersville; two grandchildren; five great-grandchildren and fried Marjorie Steffke.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society in care of the funeral home.

 

Ola Alma Juanita Ireland

Ola Alma Juanita Ireland, 82, Chillicothe, died Sunday, Aug. 23, 2009 at North Kansas City Hospital, North Kansas City.

Juanita was born Jan. 5, 1927 in Utica to Merl George Merryfield and Alta Mae Cosby Merryfield. She was Utica High School graduate.

On Nov. 30, 1946 she married Otis M. Ireland in Leavenworth, KS. He survives of the home.

Juanita was a member of the Community Baptist Church, Utica and served on the boards of Utica Cemetery and Community Baptist Church for several years.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, John Frederick Merl Merryviled and an infant brother, Charles Raymond Merryfield.

Additional survivors include a son, Otis M. Ireland, Jr., of Utica; a daughter, Alta Sharon Scholl of Kansas City; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; four sisters, Lura Peck and Donna Norris, both of Hamilton, Wanona Gardner and Wanda Long, both of Chillicothe; a brother, George Roy Elton Merryfield of Grandview and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held Aug. 26 at the Community Baptist Church of Utica.

Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Heritage Funeral Home, Chillicothe.

 

Marvin F. Waller

Rose D. Waller

Marvin F. Waller, 84, Easton, died Saturday, August 29, 2009 and his wife, Rose Deloris (Rosie) Boyer Waller, 83, also of Easton, died Sunday, August 30, 2009 from injuries they suffered in an automobile accident.

Marvin was born March 27, 1925, the son of Felix and Hattie (Miller) Waller. Rosie was born November 15, 1925, the daughter of Ruby and Jesse Boyer. They were lifelong residents of the Easton community. Both were 1943 graduates of Easton High School, Easton.

Marvin was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving during World War II, and had been stationed in Italy. After his service in the Army, Marvin returned home and married Rosie on June 14, 1947. Together they raised their family on their dairy farm near Easton.

Marvin and Rosie were preceded in death by their parents; their son, Kenneth Lee Waller; his sisters, Nylus Minor and her husband, Donald and Eileen Weipert and her husband, Francis; her brother, Wilbert Boyer, and foster brother, Vernon Pennington and his wife, Kathleen.

Both were members of Seven Dolors Catholic Church where Rosie was involved with the Altar Society, Hurlinger; Hurlinger Extension Club, Buchanan County Extension and 4-H. Marvin was a member of the Lions Club, Clarksdale.

Marvin and Rosie enjoyed gardening, bowling and playing cards. They especially loved entertaining family and friends and will be remembered for the wonderful meals and the good times they provided.

Survivors include a son, Keith Waller and fiancé, Carol Gant, Liberty; daughters, Nancy Snyder and husband Dean, Hamilton and Marilyn Miller and husband, Lindy, Terre Haute, IN; former daughter-in-law, Cindy Waller; grandchildren, Todd and Tiffany Waller; Kari, Emily and Creston Snyder; Daren, Benjamin, and Danika Miller; great grandchildren, Lily and Kadie Waller; sister-in-law, Frances Boyer; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, Sept. 3 at Seven Dolors Catholic Church, Hurlinge. Interment will be in St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery, Hurlinger. The family will receive friends from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.. Wednesday (today) at Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory. A parish rosary will be prayed at 5:00 p.m. Wednesday at Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory In St. Joseph.

The family suggests memorial gifts to the American Cancer Society in memory of Marvin, Rosie and their son, Kenny Waller or Seven Dolors Catholic Church.

Arrangements are under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory, St. Joseph.

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Adrienne Denae Ford

Tracen Scott Tolle

Adrienne Denae Ford, 20, Trenton, formerly of Cowgill passed away on Aug. 21, 2009, the result of a car accident in Livingston County. She was an expectant mother of her son, Tracen Scott Tolle, who also passed away.

Adrienne was born Sept. 9, 1988 in Independence to Michael and Rena Smith Ford. She graduated from Penney High School, Hamilton in 2007. She had completed two years of college ad was enrolled at North Central Missouri College in Trenton, where she had also been a member of the women’s basketball team. She worked at Citizens Bank and Trust in Chillicothe and had formerly worked at Bank Northwest in Hamilton.

Adrienne was preceded in death by her aunt, grandparents and great-grandparents.

Survivors include her parents, Mike and Rena Ford of Cowgill; a brother Zach Ford of Cowgill; finance, Tyler Tolle of Trenton; grandfather, Robert Ford of Independence; great-grandmother, Melba Ford of Bates City and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Tracen’s survivors include his father, Tyler Tolle; grandparents, Alan and Penny Tolle of Trenton and Mike and Rena Ford; great-grandparents, Ernie and JessAnnTolle of Galt and Robert Ford; great-grandmother, Melba Ford; uncle, Zach Ford; two aunts, Alana and Kayna Tolle of Trenton and a half-sister, Morganne Tolle of Trenton.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, Aug. 25 at the Kingston Church of the Nazarene, Kingston. Interment was in New York Cemetery, southeast of Hamilton. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Penney High School Girl’s Basketball Program.

Arrangements were under the direction of Bram Funeral Home, Hamilton.

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Helen Kathryn Gastineau

Helen Kathryn Gastineau, 79, St. Joseph, died Tuesday, August 18, 2009 at her residence.

She was born March 9, 1930 in Lock Strings to Louie William and Catherine Mae Cashatt.

On Aug. 31, 1946 she married Robert Gasineau. He preceded her in death. Helen was employed at Bill Manor in St. Joseph as a cook for eight years.

Others preceding her in death include two sons, Rick and Brian and two brothers, Bobby and Charles Cashatt.

Survivors include two daughters, Cheryl Utterback and Kim Rose, both of St. Joseph; three brothers, Randy Cashatt of Iowa, Louie Cashatt of Lathrop and Clay Cashatt of Gower; two sisters, Connie Harris of Breckenridge and Marilyn Zwygart of Cowgill; nine grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren.

Services were held Aug. 22 at Pitts Funeral Home in Breckenridge. Burial was in Rose Hill Cemetery, Breckenridge. Memorials may be made to Ross Hill Cemetery or Kendallwood Hospice in care of the funeral home.

Arrangements were under the direction of Pitts Funeral Home, Breckenridge.

 

Martin Howard Pittman

Martin Howard Pittman, 86, Breckenridge, died on Monday, August 24, 2009 at Indian Hills Nursing Home, Chillicothe.

He was born on Aug. 27, 1922 in Breckenridge to Martin Oscar and Amanda Irene (Hall) Pittman. On March 8, 1947 he married Nora (Oliver) Pittman in St. Louis. She survives of the home.

He served in the U.S. Navy Seabees from 1944 to 1946. He worked part time at the Breckenridge Coop for 30 years and was a school bus driver for 18 years. Howard was a member of the Assembly of God Church in Breckenridge.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one great grandson, Hunter.

Additional survivors include four sons– John Pittman of Chillicothe, Tommy Pittman of Breckenridge, Nova Pittman of Garland, TX and Martin Pittman of Republic; three daughters, Carol Burns f Ozark; Donna Pittman of Republic and Rebecca Pittman of Springfield; a sister, Beatrice Hormell of Hamilton; six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren and a nephew.

Services will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 27 at Pitts Funeral Home, Breckenridge. A scheduled family visitation will be held on Wednesday (today) from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Friends may call from noon until 9 p.m. on Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery, Breckenridge.

Arrangements are under the direction of Pitts Funeral Home.

 

 

Donna G. Caselman

Donna G. Caselman, 89, Cameron, formerly of Kingston, died Saturday, August 15, 2009 at Cameron Regional Medical Center.

Donna was born on April 17, 1920 in Des Moines, IA to Henry Tate and Gladys Farr Rowan. She had been a school cook for the Kingston school and the Kingston city tax collector.

She married Gomer Caselman in September of 1941 in Gallatin. He preceded her in death.

Donna was a member of the Kingston Christian Church and was an active member of the church’s CWF.

Others preceding her in death include her parents; a brother, Dale; an infant sister, Madline; four sisters, Frances Aardal, Virginia Hartman, Ruby Tedlock and Doris Gilbert and a great-granddaughter, Sierra Caselman.

Survivors include two sons, G.G. Caselman of Springfield and Joe Caselman of Cameron; a brother, Charles Ray Rowan of Lee’s Summit; two sisters, Anna Coralee Boettcher of Kearney and Maralyn Peterson of North Carolina; two grandsons; two step grandchildren; two great-granddaughters and five step great-grandchildren.

Funeral services were held Aug. 18 at Bram Funeral Home, Hamilton. Burial was in Highland Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Arrangements were under the direction of Bram Funeral Home, Hamilton.

 

Galen Russell Harper

Galen Russell Harper, 64, Breckenridge, died on Thursday, August 13, 2009 at his home.

Galen was born May 18, 1945 in Hamilton to Clarence Russell Harper and Bonnie Jewell Fitzpatrick Harper.

He was a 1963 graduate of Breckenridge High School and a lifelong Breckenridge resident. He attended Central Missouri State College, Warrensburg.

Galen married Cecilia Bauer on Dec. 30, 2005 at the United Methodist Church of Breckenridge. She survives of the home.

He was a real estate broker and owner of Galen Harper Real Estate in Breckenridge. He was a former mayor of Breckenridge and on the Board of Directors of Green Hills Telephone Co. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge #334 of Breckenridge and was a Shriner.

Galen was preceded in death by his parents; an aunt and two nephews.

Additional survivors include a stepdaughter, Jennifer McLin of Chillicothe; a sister, Mary Linda Warren of Dawn and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held Aug. 15 at the United Methodist Church of Breckenridge. Burial was in Rose Hill Cemetery, Breckenridge. Memorials may be made to the United Methodist Church of Breckenridge. Online condolences may be left at www.heritage-becausewecare.com.

Arrangements were under the direction of Heritage Funeral Home, Chillicothe.

 

Mary Jean Null

Mary Jean Null was born June 21, 1922 in a farm home five miles northeast of Braymer. She left this world to be with her Lord Jesus on August 11, 2009 at the age of 87 years.

She was a resident of the Golden Age Nursing Home. She was the youngest of seven children born to the union of Daniel Hill and Bessie (Semler) Hill. Mary Jean was united in marriage to the love of her life, Glenn M. Null, on Feb. 1, 1941. To this union was born four sons.

In the early years Mary Jean and Glenn made their home on various farms in Ray, Carroll and Caldwell County. At one point they operated the general store at Plymouth. There were tenant farmers until 1955 when they purchased the Bunk Griffin farm five miles north of Braymer, which they named Hilltop Farm. There they milked Jersey cows; produced Landrace hogs and raised their four sons. Son Roger remembers that the captive confinement of the milking parlor was a primary point of wisdom exchanged between mother and sons. Later in life Mary Jean and Glenn enlarged their farmland holdings and built a new home on Route A near the homeplace.

As a young wife and mother Mary Jean enjoyed Saturday night visiting in Braymer. She did a lot of creative sewing and her boys attended school decorated with wonderfully tailored shirts of her own design. She was involved in the Cheerful Workers Community Club, the Golden Girls at the nursing home and she especially enjoyed being a Red Hatter in later life.

Family was always important to Jean so she spent a lot of time visiting them. Since she had lost both of her parents in her youth, Glenn’s parents, Earl and Nelle Null, became like mother and father to her.

Following retirement, Mary Jean and Glenn enjoyed antiquing, traveling and activities at the Senior Center in Braymer. When Glenn’s health gave out and when Mary Jean was no longer able to care for him at home, she attempted to aid in his daily care until his passing at the Golden Age Nursing Home in Braymer on March 16, 2002.

Mary Jean loved to draw. In the last years of her life she drew the pictures on many homemade greeting cards, which she shared with family and friends. She loved to make other people happy. Several of her friends in Braymer would be surprised with a rose or carnation from the flower shop on Valentine’s Day.

Mary Jean was simply known as Jean or Aunt Jean to her family and closest friends. Aa a small girl she was baptized and became a member of the McBee Chapel. Later she attended the Proctorville Methodist Church and the Braymer Baptist Church. She loved the Lord Jesus and believed that prayers made in His name would be answered.

Mary Jean was preceded in death by her husband, Glenn; her parents, Daniel and Bessie; grandson, Kevin Null of Springfield, MO; siblings, Dorothy Braymer, Bertha Gibson, Lorena Fitzwater Evans, Robert Lee Hill, Niles Edward Hill and Marguerite Pollard; brothers-in-law, Ralph Null, George Braymer, Arville Gibson, Tom Evans and Milt Pollard; and sister-in-law, Ethlyn Hill; nephews, Dale Fitzwater and Ronnie Null; and nieces Mary Margret Feese and Delores Prewitt.

Surviving family members include sons and spouses– Donald and Lois Null of Denver, MO, Gary and Janet Null of Springfield, MO, Roger and Beverly Null of Breckenridge, MO and Rick and Joyce Null of Braymer, MO. Surviving grand and great-grandchildren are Theran, Cindy, Ashley, Travis, and Lauren Null of Denver, MO, Bobby and Megan  Combs of St. Joseph, MO, TJ McManus of Columbia, MO, Phillip, Kathy and Alexandria Null of Savannah, MO, Traci, Kyle, Lindsey and Emma Bjork of Syracuse, NE, Jared, Niki, Jade and Gale of Eagle Rock, MO, Staci, Kenneth, Kendra, Tyler, Kaylea and Katie Wood of Norborne, MO, Shane, Ronda, Daniel and Garrett Null of Belton, MO, Brandi, Frank, Connor Michael, Rylee Jo, Kali  Rei Lin Sun, Kansas City, MO and Michael Null. Nieces Carol Frazer, Lois Cox, Virginia Owen, Vera May Garraway, Peggy Mustang, Connie Deceicco, Kathy Null; nephew Randy Null; sister-in-law, Irene Null; numerous step-grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Mary Jean is much loved by her family. She will be sorely missed in this world.

Services were held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 14 at the Braymer Baptist Church, Braymer. There was a family visitation on Thursday at the church. Burial was in Evergreen Cemetery, Braymer. Memorial contributions may be made to the Evergreen Cemetery or the Braymer Baptist Church, Braymer, and may be left at the funeral home or mailed to Pitts Funeral Home, PO Box 247, Braymer, Missouri 64624.

Arrangements were under the direction of Pitts Funeral Home, Braymer.

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Beverly Jean Turner Morales

Beverly Jean Turner Morales, 56, Platte City, died Thursday, August 6, 2009.

She was a graduate of Braymer High School.

Beverly was preceded in death by her parents, Norma Lea (Nelson) and Earl Glen Turner; two brothers, Glenn Earl and Kenneth Turner and a sister, Shirley Kay Stewart.

Survivors include her husband of 32 years, Leon Morales; a sister, Mary Petree; stepson, Jeff Morales and three grandchildren.

Services were held Aug. 10 at the First Christian Church, Platte City.

Arrangements were under the direction of Rollins Funeral Home, Platte City.

 

Mary Jean Null

Mary Jean Null, 87, Braymer, passed away at Golden Age Nursing Home, Braymer on Tuesday, August 11, 2009.

Arrangements are pending under the direction of Pitts Funeral Home, Braymer.

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Ralph Blakley

Ralph Blakley, 64, Chillicothe, passed away at Indian Hills Nursing Home, Chillicothe on Tuesday, July 28, 2009.

H was born on Oct. 2, 1944, the son of Lindle Otto and Iona Louise (Vantreice) Blakley in Hamilton.

Ralph spent most of his life in Chillicothe. He worked at the Chillicothe Lumber for many years. He enjoyed fishing and building log cabins out of matchsticks. He was a member of Chillicothe Eagles Club Aerie No. 2428.

Survivors include two brothers, William “Bill” Blakley of Independence and Junior and wife, Liz of Hamilton; two sisters, Bonnie Kirk and husband, Bob of Harrisonville and Linda Howerton of St. Joseph; five nephews– Mike Bunch of Harrisonville, Lynn Bunch of Pleasant Hill, Steven Blakley of St. Joseph, Jason Blakley of Hamilton and Brian Howerton of Idaho.

Services were held on Friday, July 31, 2009 at Lindley Funeral Home, Chillicothe. Burial was in Pleasant Ridge Cemetery, Hamilton. Memorial contributions may be made to Indian Hills Nursing Home or Hedrick Medical Center Hospice in care of the funeral home at PO Box 47, Chillicothe, MO 64601.

Arrangements were under the direction of Lindley Funeral Home, Chillicothe.

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Syble Irene Millhouse

Syble Irene Millhouse, 90, Hale, died Saturday, August 1, 2009 at Indian Hills Retirement Village, Chillicothe.

She was born on Jan. 1, 1919 in Custer City, OK to William and Alta Haggard. On Oct. 1, 1939 she married Leonard Millhouse in Auburn, NE. He preceded her in death on July 10, 1978.

Syble was a member of the Army Mothers, Delaney Club and Keenagers, all of Hale.

Others preceding her in death include her parents; four brothers and four sisters and special friend Neely Bowling.

Survivors include three sons– Carl Millhouse of Carrollton, Paul Millhouse of San Leandro, CA and Wesley Millhouse of Chillicothe; five daughters– Janet Hicks of Raytown, Donna Kerns of Lee’s Summit, Anna Mayberry of Braymer, Shirley Frazee and Norma Hyatt, both of Hale; a sister, Maxine Terribilini of Boys Spring, CA; 12 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandson.

Graveside services were held Aug. 4 at Hale Cemetery, Hale. Memorials may be made to the Syble Millhouse Memorial Fund in care of the funeral home.

Arrangements are under the direction of Lindley Funeral Home, Hale.

 

Carolyn Sue Pence

Carolyn Sue Pence, 78, passed away June 26, 2009 after a long illness.

She was born Dec. 13, 1930 in Braymer, the youngest of three children born to Bill and Enna McNew.

Carolyn graduated from Braymer High School in 1948 after which she moved to Twin Falls, ID She married Richard Pence, also of Braymer, on Jan. 7, 1950 and they made their home in Twin Falls ever since.

She worked as a secretary and office manager for Self Manufacturing, which later became K&T Steel Inc. for 42 years, retiring in 1990.

Carolyn was a member of Valley Christian Church. She was a 50-year member and Past Matron of Twin Falls Chapter No. 29 Order of Job’s Daughters, past president of Altrusa Club International, a member of Iras Temple No. 40 Daughters of the Nile, and Chapter CI of PEO Sisterhood. While her children were growing up she was always involved and supportive of their activities, teaching them the value of service.

She was preceded in death by her brother, Kenneth McNew and a sister, Adele Stoddard, both of Twin Falls, ID.

Survivors include her husband, Richard of Twin Falls; a son, Philip Pence of Twin Falls; a daughter, Julie (Thomas) Foree of Holbrook, AZ; two grandchildren, Brynn Foree and Tyler Foree of Holbrook and sister-in-law, Dixie Pence of Braymer.

A funeral service was held July 2 at the Valley Christian Church with Pastor John Babb officiating. Interment followed the service at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery in Twin Falls, ID. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Shriner’s Children’s Hospital, Fairfax Rd at Virginia St., Salt Lake City, UT 84103 or to the charity of one’s choice.

Arrangements were under the direction of Parke’s Magic Valley Funeral Home, Twin Falls, ID.

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Patricia Ann Potts

Patricia Ann Potts, 70, Cameron, died Sunday, July 26, 2009 at KU Medical Center, Kansas City, KS. She was a lifelong resident of this area.

Patricia was born on Jan. 1, 1939 in Kingston to John and Ruby Orr. She worked for the ASC office in Kingston, Cameron Community Hospital and Cameron Mutual Insurance Company as an underwriter until she retired in April 2004.

She married Raymond Potts, Jr. on July 19, 1958 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. She was a member of the Catholic faith and also a member of the Red Hat Society.

Survivors include her husband, Raymond of the home; two sons, Randy Potts of Leavenworth, KS and Ricky Potts of Cameron; two daughters, Rhonda Potts of Kidder and Mary Potts of St. Joseph; a brother, Billy Orr of Cowgill; two sisters, Shirley Findley of Kingston and Jean Harlow of Gallatin; 11 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

A rosary was recited July 30 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Hamilton.

Arrangements were under the direction of Bram Funeral Home, Hamilton.

 

Paul Martin Scherler

Paul Martin Scherler, 65, Hamilton, died Tuesday, July 28, 2009 at his home in Hamilton. He had moved back to this area in November of 2008 from Cleveland, OK.

Paul was born May 15, 1944 in Ohio to Wesley and Charlotte Scherler. He had manufactured windows in Kingston before moving to Oklahoma in 1999 where he was the sales manager for Branch Comb Molding Co. until he retired in 2003. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army.

He married Peggy Yea on Jan. 6, 1963 in Streetsboro, OH. He was a member of the Eagle Scout Troop 263, Streetboro and the American Legion.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Paul Martin, Jr. (Marty) and a grandson.

Survivors include his wife, Peggy of the home; two sons, Gary Sherler of Hominey, OK and Chris Scherler of Tulsa, OK; four daughters, Kim Barnes and Tina McDowell, both of Cameron, Connie Milligan of Hamilton, Pam Day of Leavenworth, KS; 15 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren and two brothers, Larry Scherler and Harold Scherler, both of Springfield.

A memorial service was held July 31 at Bram Funeral Home, Hamilton. Memorials may be made to the Caldwell County Cancer Foundation Assistance.

Arrangements are under the direction of Bram Funeral Home.

 

Neil Segar, Sr.

Neil Segar, Sr., 84, Polo, died Thursday, July 30, 2009 at St. Luke’s Hospital, Kansas City.

He was born on Nov. 11, 1924 in Hamilton County, IA and lived most of his life in the Polo area. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II.

On March 19, 1948 he married Beulah Naomi Turner, who survives of the home. Mr. Segar was a farmer.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph G. and Margaret Ruth (Neely) Segar; three sisters and one brother.

Additional survivors include children– Junior Segar of Polo, Ruth Johnson of Kirksville, Clarence Segar of Hays Springs, NE, Wilbur Segar of Warsaw and Martha Galloway of Buffalo, WY; 11 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; a brother, Estel Segar of Hamilton and numerous nieces and nephews.

Services were held Sunday, Aug. 2 at Bailey and Cox Family Funeral Service, Polo. Interment was in Mirabile Cemetery, Mirabile.

Arrangements were under the direction of Bailey and Cox Family Funeral Service, Polo.

Jennie May Burnett

Jennie May Burnett, 94, Cameron, died Friday, July 24, 2009 at a nursing home in Cameron. She had lived in Cameron since 1980.

Jennie was born on Jan. 31, 1915 in Kingston to Charley and Bertha Marlatt Burnett. She had worked as a secretary and in accounting from Dec. 1941 to June 1945 at the War Production Board in Washington, DC; July 1945 until May 1968 at Nichols Wire and Aluminum Co., in Davenport, IA and then from Jan. 1969 until June of 1978 at the Internal Revenue Service in Kansas City.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, James; a sister, Cleta and a great-nephew.

Survivors include several nieces and nephews including Paul Burnett of Hamilton.

Funeral services were held July 26 at Bram Funeral Home in Hamilton. Burial was in Mirabile Cemetery, Mirabile. Memorials may be made to Cameron Comfort Care Hospice.

Arrangements were under the direction of Bram Funeral Home, Hamilton.

 

Goldie Marie Marriott Busick

Goldie Marie Marriott Busick, 92, Kansas City North, died Friday, July 17, 2009 at New Mark Care Center, Kansas City.

Goldie was born May 12, 1917 in Versailles. She lived in Kansas City since the 1930s.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Busick in 1970.

She is survived by three brothers– Norman Marriott of St. Joseph, Arnold Marriott of Kansas City and T.L. Marriott of Zellwood, FL, and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held July 25 at the McGilley Antioch Chapel. Burial was in New York Cemetery, Hamilton. Memorials may be made to Crossroads Hospice.

Arrangements were under the direction of McGilley Antioch  Chapel.

 

Carolyn Rose Terry

Carolyn Rose Terry, 80, Cameron, died Saturday, July 25, 2009.

Carolyn was born on Feb. 20, 1929 in Altamont to Bill and Elizabeth (Stroup) McGinnis.

She married Carl Cope, they divorced. She later married Thomas Terry on Feb. 10, 1964 in Miami, OK.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Survivors include her husband, Tom Terry, of the home; a son, Bob Cope of Cameron; two daughters, Brenda Terry and Connie Walker, Cameron; a stepson, Tom Terry of Kidder; two stepdaughters, Linda Talbot of Kidder and Bonnie Smith of Bethany; a sister, Mary Wilson of Altamont; 16 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren.

Services were held July 28 at Poland-Thompson Chapel, Cameron. Burial was in Mount Ayr Cemetery, Altamont. Online condolences may be left at www.polandthompson.com. 

Arrangements were under the direction of Poland Thompson Funeral Home, Cameron.

 

Doris L. Adams

Doris L. Adams, 86, Lexington, passed away at 8:20 p.m. on Sunday, July 19, 2009 at the Lafayette Regional Heath Center in Lexington.

Doris was born Feb. 1, 1923 in Maryville to Clyde and Opal (Kessler) Bliss. She married L.D. Adams of Atchison, KS on Feb. 21, 1944; he survives of the home.

Doris owned and operated the Beauty Nook from 1960 until retiring in 2004. She lived most of her life in Lexington. She was a member of the Lexington First Baptist Church. She was a 1940 graduate of Maryville High School and a 1941 graduate of Hagee Beauty School in Kansas City. She was a cosmetologist for over 63 years.

Doris was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Norman Bliss.

Additional survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Rick and Beverly Adams of Hamilton and a grandson, Lee Adams of Springfield.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, July 22 (today) at the First Baptist Church in Lexington. Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. until service at the church. Burial will be in the Lexington Memory Gardens in Lexington. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Lexington First Baptist Church.

Arrangements are under the direction of Thurman Funeral Home.

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Lavena R. Wright Carey

Lavena R. Wright Carey, 87, passed away July 12, 2009 at Centerpoint Hospital in Independence.

Lavena was born Sept. 7, 1921 to Arthur and Daisy Wright at the family farm in Braymer. She graduated from Braymer High School.

On Aug. 11, 1940 she married William Carey. To this union three children were born.

She joined Black Oak church at an early age. Doris was a loving mother, sister and friend.

She was preceded in death by her husband; a son, Bill; a son in infancy; two grandsons; her parents and two brothers.

She is survived by one daughter, Judith Armstrong of Raytown; a grandson, Norman Armstrong of Cuba, MO; two sisters, Leora Brookshire of Wichita Falls, TX and Fern Green of Norborne and two nieces, Debbie Petrechko and Jeannie Welch.

Private graveside service for the family with burial in Overland Park, KS will be held.

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Dean Edward Estabrook

Dean Edward Estabrook, 77,Breckenridge, passed away on Monday, July 13, 2009 at North Kansas City Hospital.

He was born Aug. 2, 1931 in Breckenridge, the son of Edward and Charlotte (Campbell) Estabrook and graduated from Breckenridge High School.

On March 8, 1951 he married Mari Lain Hogan at the Breckenridge Methodist Church. She survives of the home.

Dean served in the U.S. Army from May 30, 1951 until June 6, 1953 during the Korean Conflict.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Survivors include his wife, Mari of the home; a son, Edward and his wife Brenda Estabrook of Breckenridge; two daughters, Dee Sanderson and husband Joe of Breckenridge and Mari Estabrook and husband Colin of Prairie Village, KS; a sister, Anna Francis Estabrook of Kings Port, TN; eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

Funeral services were held July 17 at the United Methodist Church of Breckenridge. Burial was in Rose Hill Cemetery, Breckenridge. Memorials may be made to the Hamilton FFA Chapter in care of the funeral home at PO Box 47, Chillicothe, MO 64601.

Arrangements were under the direction of Pitts Funeral Home, Breckenridge.

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Bernice “Bee” Ann Kennedy

Bernice “Bee” Ann Kennedy, 65, Polo, died Tuesday, July 14, 2009.

Bee was born on April 25, 1944 I Dover, DE to Edward Allen and Floranell (Rhodes) Lock.

On July 14, 1963 Bee married Jerry Kennedy in Osborn. He survives of the home.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Audrey Gilberthorpe.

Additional survivors include four daughters– Donna Manley of Cameron, Geri Saura of Liberty; Annette Champlain of Kearney and Julie Pulliam of Lawson; a sister, Lyda Ellingsworth of Camden, DE; 11 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

Services were held July 18 at Poland-Thompson Chapel, Cameron. Burial was in Osborn Evergreen Cemetery, Osborn. Condolences may be left at polandthompson.com.

Arrangements were under the direction of Poland–Thompson Funeral Home, Cameron.

 

Nellie Louise Pratt

Nellie Louise Pratt, 90, Kearney, died Wednesday, July 15, 2009.

She was born July 29, 1918 in Kingston to Walter and Bertha (Rush) Elliott. On May 25, 1941 she married Ulrich Pratt in Kingston. 

Nellie had many careers. She painted and wall papered; catered; was a waitress at Pete’s Café in Liberty and worked at Mattingly’s 5 & 10 and co-owned Pratt’s Paint and Appliance with her husband. She was a member of the Rebekah Lodge and was a past Noble Grand. She was a member of the Kearney First Baptist Church and a member of Prime Time Singers.

She is survived by two sisters, Ruth Green of Kansas City and Helen Haynes of Springdale, AR; a daughter, Martha Marengo of Kearney and two sons, James Pratt of Nettleton and Larry Pratt of Kearney; seven grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren and four great-great grandchildren.

Services were held July 16 at Kearney First Baptist Church. Memorials may be made to the Kearney Fire and Rescue Memorial Fund, PO Box 341, Kearney 64060. 

Arrangements were under the direction of Fry Bross and Spidle Funeral Home, Kearney.

Dorothy L. Diment

Dorothy L. Diment, 94, St. Joseph, died Thursday, July 2, 2009 at Heartland Regional Center.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Wesley Diment; her parents, Charles and Addie Miller; a brother, Stephen and a sister, Edith Alspaugh.

Dorothy is survived by a son, John Diment and a daughter, Nancy Webster; five grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Ruby Ely and Ellen Sprouse; several nieces and nephews.

A family memorial service was held July 6.

Arrangements were under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory.

 

Margaret Louise Pearse Leeper

Margaret Louise Pearse Leeper, 84, Polo, died Thursday, July 9, 2009 at Liberty Hospital, Liberty.

Born May 28, 1925 in Caldwell County, she lived most of her life in Polo.

On July 17, 1942 she married Roy K. Leeper, who survives of the home. They were married for nearly 67 years.

Margaret taught two years in a rural school southwest of Polo. She taught Sunday school for over 50 years and served as secretary for the Christ Chapel Church. She was on the board for the Polo Senior Center, which she helped to establish. Her compassion for children led her to volunteer as a foster parent.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Donald and Beulah (Fleming) Pearse; two sisters, Inzella Kelly and Jospehine Herring and her brother, Leroy Pearse.

Other survivors include her two daughters, Donna Bendure and husband, Kenneth of Lawson and Carol Willard and husband, Michael of Troy; a son, David Leeper and wife Lesa; seven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Services were held July 11 at Christ Chapel Church in Polo. Interment was in Cowgill Cemetery, Cowgill. Memorials may be made to Christ Chapel Church.

Arrangements were under the direction of Bailey and Cox Family Funeral Service, Polo.

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Hershel Lee Lungren

Hershel Lee Lungren, 91, Laurie, passed away Saturday, July 11, 2009 at Lake Regional Medical System in Osage Beach.

She was born on Oct. 27, 1917 in rural Carroll County, the daughter of Herschel and Iva (Brock) Cowsert. On April 8, 1939 she was united in marriage to R.T. (Buck) Lungren in Independence. He preceded her in death on Aug. 8, 1994.

Lee was a graduate of Stet High School. She lived most of her life in the Braymer and Regal areas before moving to Laurie in September 2002.

She was also preceded in death by a sister, Alice Elizabeth Calvert in June 2007.

Survivors include a nephew, Norman Lee Calvert and wife, Carol of Laurie; a brother-in-law, Melvin Lungren and wife, Phyllis and daughters of South Carolina; a sister-in-law, Mildred Petree and sons of Kearney and several great nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held July 14 at Pitts Funeral Home, Braymer. Burial was in New Hope Cemetery, rural Stet. Memorials may be made to the New Hope Cemetery Fund and may be mailed to Pitts Funeral Home, PO Box 247, Braymer 64624.

Arrangements are under the direction of Pitts Funeral Home, Braymer.

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