Obituaries
Obituaries
From the Bolivar Herald-Free Press, 3 Nov 2006: Jessica Linn Sullivan was born Aug. 26, 1979, the daughter of John and Charlene Sullivan at El Dorado Springs. Jessica died Thursday, Nov. 2, at Citizens Memorial Hospital after a long hard year, fighting cancer. She leaves behind the love of her life - her two precious babies, Kenny, 4, and Dylan, 2. Also surviving are her mother and stepfather, Charlene and Glenn Teer, and baby brother, Steven Sullivan, all of Bolivar; her father and stepmother, John L. "Mike" and Beverly Sullivan, her little brother, John L. "Lee" Sullivan and son Jantz, all of Springfield; her big sister and family, Misty and Tate Walker and daughters Brookeline and Leiklin, all of Wheatland; her sister, Tammy Sullivan-Zamudio and husband Mario and children Danika, Izabella and Mario Jr., all of Castro Valley, Calif.; her stepsisters, Autumn Teer of Kansas City and Shanda Opsitos of Felton, Penn.; her grandmother, Evelyn Smith of Bolivar; her grandfather, Richard Smith of Phillipsburg; and many aunts, uncles and cousins. She also leaves behind the father of her two babies, Kenny Gentry, and son Brandon Gentry. Jessica's sweet spirit and smile will always be remembered. Services will be at 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 4, at Harvest Assembly of God, Fair Play. Visitation will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 4, at Klingner-Cope Funeral Home at White Chapel, 52334 W. State Hwy. EE, Springfield. Burial will be at 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 6, in Crestview Memorial Garden, Bolivar. From the Bolivar Herald-Free Press, 3 Nov 2006: Gladys Hammons McKinney, 94, of Bolivar died Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2006, in Parkview Healthcare Facility, Bolivar. The daughter of Charles B. and Minnie Carneal Hammons, she was born April 4, 1912, at Dunnegan. She moved to Bolivar from Kansas City in 1985 after the death of her husband, Charles. A homemaker, she was a member of Bolivar United Methodist Church. Her parents; her husband, Charles Samuel McKinney; and her daughter, Jane preceded her in death. Survivors include a daughter, Mary Jo Wasmer and husband Tom of Milan; two brothers, Finis Hammons of Bolivar and Ted Redhair of Hermitage; one sister, Velma Sterling of Overland Park, Kan.; three grandchildren, Brenda J. Salkil and husband Pacer, Laura J. Burleson and husband Brian and T. J. Spry; and four great-grandchildren, Ben Burleson, Mahalah Salkil, Caitlin Salkil and Wyatt Salkil. Services will be at 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 3, in Murray Funeral Home, Bolivar, with the Rev. Dan Adkison officiating. Burial will be at noon Saturday, Nov. 4, in Green Lawn Cemetery, Kansas City. Visitation will be Thursday from 7 to 8 p.m. in the funeral home. Online condolences may be made at www.murrayfuneralhomes.com. From the Bolivar Herald-Free Press, 3 Nov 2006: Lester Lyndle Cockrell, 79, of Bolivar died Monday, Oct. 30, 2006. He was born Aug. 2, 1927, in Buffalo, Okla., the son of Edna and Ulysses Cockrell and the fifth of eight children. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Lois Lorraine Parch Cockrell of the home; one daughter, Anna Mae Mosier and husband Jerry, as well as his granddaughter, Amanda Lynn Mosier, all of Walnut Grove; two sisters, Doris Brawner of Emporia, Kan., Lillie Snow and husband Dean of Edmond, Okla.; one brother, Walter Cockrell and wife Louise of Bolivar; and many cousins, nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents, Edna and Ulysses Cockrell; three brothers, Bernard, Howard and Tommy Cockrell; one sister, Leona Brewer; and his son, Lyndle "Lynn" Cockrell. Memorials may be made to CMH Hospice, 1500 N. Oakland Ave., Bolivar MO 65613 or dropped of at Brumback Funeral Home, 306 S. High St., Stockton. From the Bolivar Herald-Free Press, 3 Nov 2006: Mary Elizabeth Garrett, 58, of Bolivar died Tuesday Oct. 24, 2006, in Citizens Memorial Healthcare Facility following a lifelong illness. She was born Nov. 22, 1947, in Humansville, the daughter of Clyde M. and Mildred Clingman Garrett. Her parents and a brother, Lloyd Garrett, preceded her in death. She is survived by a sister, JoAnna White and her husband, William, of Walnut Grove; and a brother, George S. Garrett of El Dorado Springs. Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 2, at the Salem Cemetery with Pastor George Colbert officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Pitts Chapel of Bolivar. From the Bolivar Herald-Free Press, 3 Nov 2006: Edward Franklin "Frank" Sanders, 71, of Bolivar died Saturday, Oct. 28, 2006, in his home. The son of Ray and Lela Costechens Sanders, he was born May 24, 1935, at Bolivar. A lifelong Bolivar resident, he was a retired farm laborer. Preceding him in death are his parents; two daughters, Ronda Jean Sanders and Julie Ann Sanders; three brothers, Gary, Bob and Carl Sanders; and three sisters, Betty Cruse, Melva Faulkner and Sharon Sanders. Survivors include his wife, Frances, of the home; two children, Vickie Black and Mike Ryan and wife Gina, all of Bolivar; two grandchildren, Bobbie Dean Bysor and Evan Ryan; two brothers, Claudy Sanders and Junior Sanders, both of Bolivar; four sisters, Wanda Hildebrand, Etta Hays, Jeanie Sanders and Donna Sanders, all of Bolivar; and several nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 2, at Bolivar First Baptist Church with the Rev. Billy Russell officiating. Cremation was under the direction of Murray Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be sent to Murray Funeral Home, PO Box 506, Bolivar MO 65613. Online condolences may be made at www.murrayfuneralhomes.com. From the Bolivar Herald-Free Press, 3 Nov 2006: Lillian M. Sheppard, 89, of Fredericktown died Thursday, Oct. 26, 2006, at the Baptist Home in Ironton. She was born Dec. 16, 1916, at Fredericktown. She was preceded in death by her parents, Val and Ada Cunningham Sheppard; a brother, Warren Sheppard, who died in infancy; and a brother-in-law, H. Glenwood Gillam. She was a hairdresser in Fredericktown for several years and later served as a dorm mom at Southwest Baptist University in Bolivar. She is survived by her sister, Virginia M. Gillam of Farmington; several cousins and many friends. A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 4, at Follis & Sons Funeral Home in Fredericktown with the Rev. Tom Johnson officiating. Burial will follow at Christian Cemetery, Fredericktown. Memorial contributions can be made to the Baptist Home, US Hwy. 72E, Ironton MO 63650. From the Kansas City Star: George D. Mabary George D. Mabary, 72, of Kansas City, Kansas passed November 1, 2006 at the Providence Medical Center. Funeral services will be at 9:00 am Saturday, November 4, 2006 at Maple Hill Funeral Home. Burial will be in Fisher Cemetery, Preston, Missouri. Friends may call Friday 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the funeral home for visitation. Survivors include Wife: Dimple Mabary; Sons: Larry and Jeffrey Mabary; Daughter, Beth (Jon) Bair; 4 Grandchildren. (Arr: Maple Hill Funeral Home (913)831-3345) Published in the Kansas City Star on 11/2/2006. From the Kansas City Star: Kathy Diane Jardon Kathy Diane Jardon, age 52, of Baldwin City, Kansas, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday afternoon, October 29, 2006. A Celebration of Life will be held for Kathy at 1 p.m. on Saturday, November 4, 2006, at the First United Methodist Church in Baldwin City, Kansas. A private inurnment will follow at a later date. The family will receive friends after the service at the church and at The Lodge in Baldwin City, Kansas. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lawrence Oncology Center- Lawrence Memorial Hospital and sent in care of Lamb-Roberts Funeral Home, PO Box 64, Baldwin City, Kansas. Published in the Kansas City Star on 11/1/2006. From the Springfield News Leader: Tommie Maxine Deloris Parker was born May 14, 1930, in Batesville, Ark. She left this world July 3, 2006. She was one of eight loving children born to Edgar and Maple Langston. She is survived by her siblings, all from various states, and her four children: Linda Rook, Pat Jackson, Michael Parker and Tracy Tummons of Springfield. Tommie had several careers throughout her life, but loved her career as a baker the most. Her talent of composing the right flavor and ingredients for a dish was unsurpassed. She was also talented artistically and has made many things from her sewing, crocheting, and drawings for her family. She was a child of God and lived by her faith. Her unwavering love and devotion for her children was apparent in our daily lives. We will miss her unbearably. We would like to give thanks to all the dedicated people of Hospice for their special care and ask that all donations be made to St. John's Hospice, 1378 E. Republic Rd., Springfield, MO 65804. A very special thanks and overwhelming gratitude to the eldest daughter, Linda, for her devoted and loving care. Her complete, unselfish attention blessed all our lives and eased our minds. A memorial service will be July 7, 2006, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the home of Pat Jackson, 2232 E. Nora, Springfield, MO family and close friends are invited. From the Springfield News-Leader, 21 Oct 2006: William Eugene "Gene" Bennett, 74, Republic, died at 9 a.m. Friday, October 20, 2006, at The Neighborhoods in Quail Creek, Springfield. He was born March 15, 1932, in Republic, Missouri, the son of David Samuel and Ilene (White) Bennett. He was united in marriage to Anne Hood on October 4, 1953; to this union three children were born. Gene served his country in the National Guard and graduated from the University of Missouri, Rolla, earning a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He was a general partner in the Rose Metal Products, Springfield, and later became chairman and founder of the WEBCO Engineering Company, Springfield. He was a member of the First Christian Church of Republic, Republic Community Foundation, Masonic Lodge, Abou Ben Adhem Shrine, Professional Society of Engineers, and was on the Board of Directors for the Citizens National Bank, Springfield. Gene was an avid fisherman and enjoyed winters in Florida. During his retirement, he enjoyed entertaining and visiting with his many friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, Anne, October of 2001; a daughter, Leah; his parents; and a brother, Max. Gene was survived by two daughters, Lyn Carter and Louann Giddens and her husband Ernie, all of Republic; five grandchildren, Allison Twist, Rhiannon Giddens, Dani Butler, Jessica Carter, and Ben Giddens; two great-grandchildren; a brother, Ernie Bennett, Grove, Oklahoma; other relatives, and many friends. Memorial services will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday, October 22, 2006, in Meadors Funeral Home, Republic, with Rev. Dr. Thomas Minton officiating. Visitation will follow the service. A private burial will be at a later date. The family requests that memorial contributions be made to the People Helping People of Republic. Online condolences may be expressed at www.meadorsfuneralhome.com. From the Springfield News-Leader, 21 Oct 2006: Teddy Wayne Dunn, of Dadeville, Mo., passed away on Wednesday, October 18, 2006, in Barton County Memorial Hospital, Lamar, Mo., at the age of 58 years. Ted was born on April 11, 1948, in Springfield, Mo., to the late Harold and Wanda (Willey) Dunn. He was united in marriage to Marilyn Baker on November 28, 1971, and to this union one son, Terry Dunn of Dadeville, was born. Ted attended Dadeville Schools where he graduated in 1966. He was employed at Pennington Seed Company in Greenfield, Mo. Ted is survived by his wife, Marilyn Dunn, of the home; one son, Terry Dunn of Dadeville, Mo.; one grandson, Tyler Dunn of Dadeville, Mo.; one brother, John Dunn; two sisters, Dianne Highfill and her husband Dale, and Bernita Findley and her husband David; and a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, many friends, and neighbors. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Wanda Dunn. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, October 22, 2006, in Greenfield Funeral Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. Services are under the care of Greenfield Funeral Chapel. From the Springfield News-Leader, 21 Oct 2006: Viola Jarman, age 89, of Springfield, Mo., went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, October 17, 2006, at Maranatha Village in Springfield, Mo. She was born in Pontiac, Mich., and had been a resident of Panama City, Fla., for many years before moving to Springfield in 1998. Ms. Jarman and her husband were involved with the Christian Church as ministers and missionaries for many years. They were the founders of the Panama City Christian Church and served in Michigan, Alaska, Georgia and Florida. She was predeceased by her husband, Ali B. Jarman; and a son, Walter Bruce Jarman. She is survived by her children: Mary J. McGee (DeVane) of Springfield, Mo., and James Owen Jarman of Panama City, Fla.; six grandchildren: Richard James Jarman, James Kyle Jarman, James Eric Jarman, Jacquelyn Love, Kelly Ball and Kevin McGee; and 16 great-grandchildren. A funeral service will be held today, October 21, 2006, at 2 p.m. in the Kent-Forest Lawn Funeral Home Chapel with Kenny Arnold, Les Brown and Jeff Thompson officiating. Interment will follow in Evergreen Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers include: Kevin McGee, Chuck Ball, Eric Jarman, Murt Lyon, Buel Smith and Pete Lacks. Memorial contributions may be made to: Christian Companion Scholarship Fund, Johnson Bible College, 7900 Johnson Drive, Knoxville, TN 37998-1001. Kent-Forest Lawn Funeral Home, 2403 Harrison Avenue, Panama City, FL 32405; (850)763-4694. Expressions of sympathy may be submitted on our website at www.kentforestlawn.com. From the Springfield News-Leader, 21 Oct 2006: Hilda Lamb of Golden, Mo., age 79, passed away October 18, 2006, at St. Johns Hospital in Springfield, Mo. She was born in Mayfield, Kentucky, on December 16, 1925, to James and Nina Scoggins. She was preceded in death by her parents of Springfield, Mo., and a brother, Robert L. Scoggins, of St. Charles, Mo. She is survived by her husband, Ila W. Lamb of Golden, Mo.; her daughter, Christine Burks and husband of Springfield, Mo.; a son, Charles Hamann of Hanna City, Illinois; a stepdaughter, Vicki Lamb of Springfield, Mo.; a stepson, Rick Lamb and wife of Nixa, Mo.; a brother, James Scoggins and wife of Shell Knob, Mo.; a brother, Jerry Scoggins and wife of St. Louis, Mo.; a brother, Larry Scoggins and wife of Shell Knob, Mo.; a sister, Jean Edler and husband of Wentzville, Mo.; six grandchildren: Jeff Hamann and wife of Phoenix Ariz., Michelle Hamann of Peoria Ill., Justin Hamann of Washington D.C., Jessica, Olivia, and Garrett Lamb of Nixa, Mo.; and several great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and a host of cherished friends. Visitation will be held Sunday Oct. 22, 2006, in Greenlawn Funeral Home South at 441 S. Battlefield in Springfield, Mo., from 2 to 4 p.m. Graveside services will be held Monday, Oct. 23 at 11 a.m. in Greenlawn Cemetery on N. National in Springfield, Mo. From the Springfield News-Leader, 21 Oct 2006: Virginia Matthews Lewis, 76, Springfield, a homemaker, departed this life Thursday, October 19, 2006, in her home surrounded by her family, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was born March 25, 1930, in St. Joseph to Albert H. and Iva N. Forgey Bottorff. Virginia married Robert D. Matthews on May 16, 1952, and he preceded her in death on April 13, 1997. She married Lloyd Lewis on June 30, 2001. Virginia was also preceded in death by her parents, one brother, Kenneth Bottorff, and one nephew. Survivors include her husband Lloyd Lewis, of the home; two daughters and their spouses, Vicky Taylor and husband Carl, of Nixa, and Kay Miller and husband Rick, of Rogersville; five grandchildren, Kalli Robison, Kodi Taylor, Korey Taylor, Ryan Miller and Chad Miller; one great-grandchild, Jayden Robison; one niece, Kenetha Weidmaier of St. Joseph; and two nephews, Mike Matthews of St. Joseph and Kenneth Matthews of Wichita, Kan. Also surviving are several cousins and a host of other family members and close friends. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to nurses, Vicki Singleton and Mary Fernandez, for the many acts of kindness and support through her illness. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, October 23, 2006, in Heaton-Bowman-Smith Chapel, St. Joseph, with Rev. Bill Moore of Wesley United Methodist Church, Springfield, officiating. Interment will be in St. Joseph Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends Sunday, October 22, 2006, from 2 to 4 p.m. in Greenlawn Funeral Home South. Memorials are suggested to St. John's Hospice or American Cancer Society directly. Arrangements are under the direction of Greenlawn Funeral Home South, 441 W. Battlefield, Springfield, Mo. From the Springfield News-Leader, 21 Oct 2006: Mrs. Eva B. Nichols, 94, of Lowry City, Mo., passed away October 19, 2006, at Truman Lake Manor in Lowry City, Mo. Mrs. Nichols was a longtime restaurant operator in the Osceola and Lowry City areas. Funeral services will be Sunday, October 22 at 2 p.m. in the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel in Osceola. Burial will be in the Lowry Cemetery, Lowry City. Family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. Sunday in the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel. From the Springfield News-Leader, 21 Oct 2006: Jerry Dale Richardson of Springfield was born October 22, 1947, in Columbia, Mo., the son of Norwood and Clara (Ravenscraft) Richardson. He left this life the October 18, 2006, doing what he loved. He had taken his beloved Harley out for a leisurely ride along the tree-lined highways of Taney County, enjoying the changing colors of the season and the pleasure of the ride. Failure to negotiate a curve caused fatal injuries. Jerry and his wife Lynn were longtime owner/operators of "Jerry's Appliance Store" on east Commercial until his health forced his retirement in 2004. He was a member of Mason's United Lodge #5 and a 32nd degree Shriner. Jerry was an organ donor, believing his death may be of help to someone in need by this, some special someone will have the gift of sight. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers and one sister. Survivors include his wife Lynn of the home; daughter, Kelli and son-in-law, David, of Springfield; daughter, Jamie of the home; his pride and joys, granddaughters Courtney Taylor and Ashley and Anna Richardson; two brothers, Bruce of Holts Summit and Dennis of Barnett. A funeral services will be at 1 p.m. today, October 21, 2006, in Greenlawn Funeral Home North. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens. From the Springfield News-Leader, 21 Oct 2006: Edward T. Shields, 84, of Halltown, passed away at 6 a.m. October 19, 2006, in Lawrence County Manor. Mr. Shields was born February 17, 1922, in Norwood, to Samuel and Addie Elizabeth (Lane) Shields. Mr. Shields was an Army Air Force World War II veteran. He retired from Reyco Manufacturing after 30 years. After retirement, Mr. Shields enjoyed farming and raising horses. Mr. Shields was of the Baptist faith. He was a member of the American Legion, the Quarter Horse Association and the Mt. Vernon Saddle Club. Mr. Shields was preceded in death by his first wife, Ada Mae (Hurst) Shields; his second wife, Alice Marie (Murphy) Ford Shields; his parents; two brothers; three sisters; and one grandchild. Survivors include three children, Gary Shields and wife Mary, of Ash Grove, Linda (Shields) Ford and husband Donnie, of Enid, Okla., and Thomas Shields of Halltown; five stepchildren; five grandchildren; numerous step grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 3 p.m. Monday, October 23, 2006, in Greenlawn Funeral Home North, with burial in White Chapel Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday in the funeral home. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Halltown Volunteer Fire Department. From the Bolivar Herald-Free Press, 20 Oct 2006: Sue George, 58, of Marshfield died Thursday, Oct. 12, 2006. She is the mother of Bridget Ward of Humansville. She was born July 20, 1948, in Webster County, the daughter of Floyd and Faye Hurst Stokes. Preceding her in death were her daughter, Barbie Sue, and her father, Floyd. Survivors include her husband, Jack, of the home; one daughter, Bridget Ward and husband Randy of Humansville; her mother, Faye Stokes of Marshfield; one sister, Ina Alexander and husband Gary of Marshfield; one brother, Bobby Stokes and wife Rhonda of Marshfield; a half-brother, Floyd Stokes and wife Alice of Pitkin, La.; two sisters-in-law, Sue Hargus and husband Jack and Kay Cushing and husband Lee, all of Marshfield; three grandchildren, Joshua, Justin and Ashley Ward of Humansville; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Services were at Monday, Oct. 16, in Day Funeral Home, Marshfield, with Don Crawford officiating. From the Bolivar Herald-Free Press, 20 Oct 2006: Gladys Jane Gilliam, 88 years, 2 months and 3 days, of Springfield, formerly of Bolivar, left this world Sunday Oct. 15, 2006, at St. John's Hospital in Springfield. Gladys was born Aug. 12, 1918, in DeLeon, Texas, the daughter of George and Paulene Palmer Lowry. She attended school in DeLeon and graduated in 1936. On Aug. 8, 1938, she was married to Robert S. Gilliam and they shared 63 years together prior to his death on March 27, 2001. They lived in Dallas, Texas, for many years. She was employed by Titche-Goettinger & Sanger Harris Department Stores and 21 years for Continental Trailways Bus Co. In 1987 they moved to Bolivar. Her friends there will remember her for her thoughtfulness and her many beautiful plants and flowers. She lived in the Citizens Memorial Healthcare Facility in Bolivar and then in Springfield at Christian Health Care East. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Robert S. Gilliam. She is survived by one son, Robert L. Gilliam and his wife, Anita, of Springfield; two grandchildren, Josh and Megan Gilliam; one sister, Martha Strange and her husband, Harold, of Waxahachie, Texas; two nieces, Betty Warren and her husband, Gene, of Bolivar and Frances League of DeLeon, Texas; one nephew, Perky Kennedy and his wife, Donna, of Rogersville, Texas. Services will be at 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 20, at the Butler Funeral Chapel, Bolivar, with the Rev. Harold Hendrickson officiating. Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m. prior to service time at the chapel. Graveside services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 21, at the Barb Cemetery in Dublin, Texas. "And all is well." Friends may sign the guest book or send private condolences at www.butlerfuneralhome.com. From the Bolivar Herald-Free Press, 20 Oct 2006: Sharron G. Goldsberry, 63, of Prescott, Ariz., formerly of Bolivar, died Thursday, Oct. 5, 2006, at St. Joseph's Hospital in Phoenix, Ariz. She is survived by her father and stepmother, Phil and Dottie Goldsberry of Bolivar; her three children, Ron Deserrier of Cheyenne, Wyo., Julie Russell of Half Way; and Lisa Miller of Las Vegas, Nev. She also leaves behind three grandchildren, Ryan, Cyanne, Jeffrey, Daniel, Braden, Alex and Nic; and three great-grandchildren, Arianna, Aiden and Kylie. She passed unexpectedly and peacefully. She will be remembered, loved and missed. From the Bolivar Herald-Free Press, 20 Oct 2006: Edward Hale Sibley, 89, of Bolivar died Monday, Oct. 16, 2006, at St. John's Hospital in Springfield after a short illness. Edward was born Sept. 13, 1917, in Moundridge, Kan., the third child of Earl and Eva Smith Sibley. Ed met Ruby Shelton after high school and they married Dec. 11, 1938. He grew up in Wichita, Kan., and served in the Army during World War II. He retired from Gas Services of Wichita and moved to the Van Town community southeast of Bolivar in 1960. He loved farming while he drove a truck for MFA until retiring in 1983. He moved to Bolivar in 1998. He was known for his friendly and honest help to all who knew him. He never knew a stranger and never turned away hard work. He will be missed by all who knew him. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Alice Bowman and Geil Smith; two brothers, David Sibley and Joseph Sibley. He is survived by his wife, Ruby; three sisters, Grace Schreiner and Helen McPherson, both of Wichita, Kan., and Zela Mae Parker of Benedict, Kan.; two brothers, Leroy Sibley of Ocean Park, Wash., and Russell Sibley of Augusta, Kan.; and a host of nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. Services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 19, at the Butler Funeral Chapel, Bolivar, with the Rev. Harold Hendrickson officiating. Burial will follow at New Bethel Cemetery south of Half Way. Pallbearers will be Mike Sibley, Jeremy Sibley, Jamie Sharp, Myron Silvey, John Wannow and Al Kent Redd. Visitation will be from 6 to 7 p.m. today (Wednesday) at the funeral home. Friends may sign the guest book or send private condolences at www.butlerfuneralhome.com. From the Bolivar Herald-Free Press, 20 Oct 2006: Christie Lynne Hanan, 60, of Bolivar died Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2006. She retired after teaching school for 30 years in Eldon. She was active for many years during her teaching career in the Lake Area Performing Arts Guild and in the Walnut Street Theatre in Bolivar after retirement. She was a volunteer at the Polk County Library. She was baptized in her youth at First Baptist Church in Bolivar. She later joined the First Baptist Church of Eldon. She was the daughter of Johnnie and Shirley Carson. She was preceded in death by her brother, Johnnie Carson II; maternal grandparents, Hobart and Clara Spurgeon; and paternal grandparents, Dr. E.B. Hanan and Marian Hanan. She is survived by her parents; two sisters, Carla Parker of DeSoto, Kan., and Jeannie Jones of Bolivar; two nieces, Andrina Parker and Mary Beth Jones, and a nephew, Spc. 4th Class Cecil Parker; and several cousins, aunts and uncles. Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 21, at the Butler Funeral Chapel, Bolivar with burial following at Greenwood Cemetery in Bolivar. Visitation will be 6-7 p.m. today (Friday) at the funeral home. Memorial contributions can be given to the Polk County Library, c/o Butler Funeral Home, 407 E. Broadway St., Bolivar MO 65613. Friends may sign the guest book or send private condolences at www.butlerfuneralhome.com. From the Bolivar Herald-Free Press, 20 Oct 2006: Emma Hellen Lightfoot, 87, of Polk died Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2006, in her residence following a lengthy illness. She was born July 27, 1919, in Sayre, Okla., the daughter of Thomas and Plina Bradshaw. She married Johnny B. Lightfoot on June 30, 1937, in Santa Paula, Calif., and to this union five daughters were born. Preceding her in death were her parents; her husband Johnny B. Lightfoot; two daughters, Norma Hellen and Dorothy Ellen; and a sister, Ann Fulhaber. She is survived by three daughters, Shirley Johnson and husband Kent of Montana, Janet Scobey and husband John of Fountain Valley, Calif., and Johnnie Kaye Christian and husband John of Polk; 15 grandchildren, and numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 23, in the Payne Cemetery with Bro. Donnie Lightfoot officiating. There will be no visitation. Arrangements are under the direction of Pitts Chapel of Bolivar. From the Ozark County Times, 20 Oct 2006: Funeral services for Christine Morgan, 71, of West Plains, were held Oct. 14 at the Free Union Church of Christ in West Plains. Burial was in Free Union Cemetery. Mrs. Morgan died Oct. 9, 2006, at her home. She was born Sept. 23, 1935, in Ott, Ark., the daughter of W. D. and Maggie Lucille (Sasnett) Driver. She and Clarence Morgan Jr. were married Jan. 27, 1952, in West Plains. She attended school in Koshkonong. She had worked at I.C.C. College and as a caregiver. She was known as "Mom" at Ricky D's, enjoyed traveling and meeting people. Her family, including her children and grandchildren, were a very important part of her life. Mrs. Morgan is survived by her husband, Clarence; two children, Rick Dean Morgan and his wife, Patty, of South Fork and Vickey Dian Morgan and special friend, Jill Shelton, of Mountain Home, Ark.; five grandchildren, Jeff Cook and his wife, Mary Beth, Rhonda Cook, Tim Cook, Ryan Morgan and his wife, Yuliya, and Calvin Morgan; three great-grandchildren, Branda Cook, Chae Cook and Caleb Cook; two brothers, Dwayne Driver and his wife, Merriell, of Creve Coeur, Ill., and Marvin Driver and his wife, Georgia, of Caulfield; one sister, Juanita Garris of Kansas City; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers; and seven sisters. Memorials can be made to Free Union Cemetery or the West Plains Senior Citizens Center and can be left at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home in West Plains. Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, West Plains, directors. From the Ozark County Times, 20 Oct 2006: Funeral services for Onard Wesley Hambelton, 73, of Gainesville, were held Monday, Oct. 16, 2006, at Clinkingbeard Funeral Home in Gainesville with E.J. Hampton officiating. Burial with military honors was in Patrick Cemetery. Mr. Hambelton died Oct. 11, 2006, at his home. He was born March 1, 1933, in Ozark County, the son of Alvin and Ruth (Strong) Hambelton. He and Elma Jean Friend were married Aug. 23, 1952, in Yellville, Ark. He was a veteran, having served in the U.S. Army from 1953 to 1955 during the Korean Conflict. He was a graduate of Gainesville High School and worked as a carpenter Mr. Hambelton is survived by his wife, Elma Jean; three daughters, Nora Perry and her husband, Lonnie, of San Benito, Texas, Lisa Belt and her husband, Sid, of West Plains, Teresa Fare and her husband, Robert, of Caulfield; two sons, Guy Hambelton and his wife, Doris, and Floyd Hambelton, all of Gainesville; grandchildren, Justin Perry, Michelle Hambelton, Michael Belt and Sarah, William Belt, Bethany Belt, Raechel and Derrick Roberts and Robbie Fare; great-grandchildren, Tabby Hambelton, Andrea Belt, Brandy Belt, Josalyn Roberts and Kennedy Roberts; brothers, Owen Hambelton of Gainesville, Joe Hambelton and his wife, Alice, of Denver, Colo., John Hambelton and his wife, Barbara, of Bridgeton, Ray Hambelton and his wife, Vonda, of Sparta, and Jim Hambelton and his wife, Linda, of Gainesville; one sister, Ruby Stover of West Plains; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one son, David Wesley Hambelton; his parents; and one granddaughter, Sarah Pearl Perry. Pallbearers were William Belt, Michael Belt, Derrick Roberts, Alvin Hambelton, Rusty Hambelton and Rick Beard. Honorary pallbearers were Michelle Hambelton, Raechel Roberts, Beth Belt and Sara Belt. Clinkingbeard Funeral Home, Gainesville, directors. From the Ozark County Times, 20 Oct 2006: Bruce E. Fell, 62, of Theodosia, died Oct. 10, 2006. Mr. Fell was born Jan. 13, 1944, in Lindenwood, Ill., the son of Glenn A. and Mildred (Ferris) Fell. He was of the Baptist faith. He retired in 2004 as a truck driver for Bryant Plastics. Before moving to the Ozarks, he farmed in Marshfield, Wis. Mr. Fell is survived by one son, Bruce T. Fell and his wife, Rebecca, of Argusville, N.D.; one daughter, Eursla A. Wolf and her husband, Jeff, Buttonwillow, Ill.; longtime partner, Mildred Smith of Theodosia, her daughter, Sheri Smith and family; one brother, Kenneth Fell and his wife, Ruth, of Rockford, Ill.; and three sisters, Patricia Byas and her husband, Bill, of Stillman Valley, Ill., Elaine Dyal and her husband, Thomas, of Lebanon and Brenda Anderson and her husband, LaWayne, of Chetek, Wis. He was preceded in death by one son, Clayton Fell; his parents; four brothers, Stanley A. Fell, Roger Fell, John "Jack" Fell and Charles Fell; and one sister, Shirley Moody. Clinkingbeard Funeral Home, Gainesville, directors. From the Ozark County Times, 20 Oct 2006: Amos Owen Evans, 71, of Marionville, formerly of Dawt and Dora, died Sunday, Oct. 8, 2006, at St. John's Regional Medical Center in Springfield. Mr. Evans was born June 22, 1935, in Dawt, the son of Oliver and Rilla Callicott Evans. He and Alice Lands Welker were married Dec. 30, 1986, in Pottersville. He graduated from Gainesville High School. He had been a Mason and before his retirement, Mr. Evans was employed as a sawyer for Vermillion Wood Products at Billings. Mr. Evans was a veteran having served with the U.S. Army. He was a member of the Ball Church of Christ. Mr. Evans is survived by his wife, Alice; one daughter, Chiquita Evans and her husband, Kelly Sutton, of Mountain Home, Ark.; seven step-children, Maxine Adkins, and her husband, Curtis, of Evanston, Wyo., Stan Welker and his wife, Paula, of Caulfield, Cathy Welker of West Plains, Donna Holliday and her husband, Lester, of Marionville, Robin Henry and her husband, Robert of Thayer, Nancy Holliday and her husband, Ray, of Aurora, and Christina Hodgson and her husband, Jim, of Udall; 25 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; one step-daughter, Lisa Welker; one step-grandson, Michael Flygare; two brothers, J.C. Evans and Gene Evans; and one sister, Doris Wallace. Memorial services will be announced at a later date. Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, West Plains, directors. From the Ozark County Times, 20 Oct 2006: Funeral services for Mary Cooper, 65, of Gainesville, were held Saturday, Oct. 14, at Clinkingbeard Funeral Home in Gainesville with Ron Richardson officiating. Burial was in Howards Ridge Cemetery. Mrs. Cooper died Oct. 10, 2006, at her home. She was born March 27, 1941, in Topeka, Kan., the daughter of William and Fannie Gertrude (Crable) Watson. She and Curtis Cooper were married Oct. 17, 1959, in Collins. She was an employee of Baxter Healthcare Corp. for 29 years. Mrs. Cooper is survived by her husband, Curtis; two daughters, Terry Beyen of Mountain Home, Ark., and Lisa Luckey of Mountain Grove; two sons, Doug Cooper and Andy Cooper, both of Mountain Home, Ark.; eight grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Ruth Wemple of Dallas, Texas, and Nancy Collins of Norris, S.D. She was preceded in death by her parents and one grandson, Brandon Luckey. Pallbearers were Gary Luckey, Landon Luckey, David Beyen, Jay Combs, Kyle Cooper and Leon Wolford. Honorary pallbearers were Jason Cooper and Ron Spears. Clinkingbeard Funeral Home, Gainesville, directors. From the El Dorado Springs Sun, 20 Oct 2006: Anna Mae (Redburn) Benskin, 70, El Dorado Springs, was born Feb. 12, 1936, in Olympia, the daughter of Edward and Clara Redburn. She passed away Oct. 10, 2006. Anna Mae married Delbert "Bud" Benskin on April 9, 1954. Bud and Annie had five children, 11 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She was a beloved mother and grandmother. Annie was very active in church ministries all her life. She was a missionette leader/coordinator in the Assembly of God Church for 35 years and children's church director. Annie was co-sponsor of the Golden Agers. She was involved in Girl Scouts, Campfire Girls and Boy Scouts. Annie faithfully attended Park Street Christian Church until her death. Preceding her in death were her parents; their son, Robert Charles Benskin; one grandson, Scotty Watkins; brothers - Calvin Redburn, Marvin Redburn and Bob Redburn; and sister, Wanda Benskin. Survivors include her husband, Delbert "Bud", of the home; her daughters - Beverly and husband, Dennis - Jefferson City, Barbara Watkins and husband, Scott - El Dorado Springs, Donna Riley and husband, Steve - Lee's Summit and Mary Dunbar and husband, Frank - Jefferson City; 10 grandchildren - Peter Elya, Linda Hallam, Brandon Watkins, Michael Dunbar, Melissa Riley, Jessica Ulrich, Heather Benskin, Jeremy Watkins, David Dunbar and Kimberly Dunbar; two great-grandchildren, Madison and Gabriel Elya; brothers, Bill Redburn - Great Bend, KS, and J.D. Redburn - El Dorado Springs; sisters - Millie Jacobs - Nevada, Verna Hughes - Tuscon, AZ, and Evelyn Watkins - El Dorado Springs; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Services were held Saturday, Oct. 14, at the Park Street Christian Church with Steve Bond and Frank Dunbar officiating. Musical selections were performed by Grandpa "B" and grandchildren. Interment was in the Mt. Pleasant Cemetery under the direction of Hackleman and Sons Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Park Street Christian Church Youth Missions, El Dorado Springs. From the El Dorado Springs Sun, 20 Oct 2006: Loren Curtis Dockery, 78, Nevada, was born in Irwin, MO, on April 20, 1928, to Zella Beecher Dockery and Edna May (Harmon) Dockery. He passed away at his home on Oct. 13, 2006, following a short illness. Loren graduated from high school in La Jolla, CA, in 1947. He returned to Missouri from California then served his country in the U.S. Army from January 1951 to January 1953. After leaving the military service, he went to work for Missouri Pacific Railroad. He retired from there after 36 years of service. Loren married Barbara Ann Henry on June 18, 1960, in El Dorado Springs. "Doc" had many hobbies that he loved including gardening and fishing. He always enjoyed and included his grandchildren in the things he did. Preceding him in death were his parents; three brothers - Calvin Dockery, Howard Dockery and Stan Dockery; two sisters, Minnie Dockery and Reba Owen; and one grandson, Andy Wayne Dockery Jr. Survivors include his wife, Barbara, of the home; two sons, Andy Dockery and Michael Dockery - Nevada; one brother, Leland Dockery - Lamar; two sisters, Helen Foley - San Diego, CA, and Nadine Walters - Irwin; five grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Services were held at Hackleman Chapel on Tuesday, Oct. 17, with Rev. Brent Bland officiating. Music was provided by Karen Rains. Interment was in St. James Cemetery near Milford, under the direction of Hackleman and Sons Funeral Home. Pallbearers were Glen Dockery, Leland Dockery, Terry Dockery, Max Walters, Drew Blake and Carter Pugh. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials to Heartland Hospice of Butler. Donations may be left at Hackleman and Sons Funeral Home, El Dorado Springs. From the El Dorado Springs Sun, 20 Oct 2006: Dorothy Dean (Phillips) Felthoff, 78, Schell City, was born Nov. 28, 1927, in Fair Haven Springs to Robert Lorne and Anna Bell (Runyan) Phillips. She passed away Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2006, at the Barone Alzheimers Care Center in Nevada. Dorothy attended school locally, then went to Southwest Baptist University, Kansas State Teachers College and Fort Scott Junior College, where she received a teaching certificate. She taught for several years in Metz, Harwood, Walker and Schell City. In 1955, Dorothy was united in marriage to Oscar Herman Felthoff. Together they traveled while Oscar worked construction before settling back in Fair Haven to make it their permanent home. Dorothy returned to college to become a licensed beautician. She worked for a time at a salon in El Dorado Springs before deciding to open her own business, Dorothy's Beauty Salon, out of her home in Fair Haven. She continued that business until her retirement. Dorothy was a member of the First Christian Church of Dederick and always enjoyed flowers and gardening. Preceding her in death were her parents, three brothers, two sisters and her husband, Oscar, who passed away on Jan. 22, 1977. Survivors include nieces and nephews - John McReynolds, Norma Kay Hines, Mark Hooten, Karen Hooten, Kayla Hooten, Kim Hess, Patricia Jarman, Ed Phillips and Gary and Janet Drake. Services were held at 12 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 14, at Lewis-Hoagland Funeral Home in Schell City with Bro. Robert Fox Jr. officiating. Musical selections were provided by David Souza and Kelly Davis. Pallbearers were friends and family. Interment was in the New Bethel Cemetery in Halfway under the direction of the Lewis-Hoagland Funeral Home in Schell City. Memorials are suggested to the Alzheimers Association in care of the funeral home. From the Benton County Enterprise, 20 Oct 2006: Roletta Allen, age 85, of Warsaw, passed away Friday, October 6, 2006, at the Warsaw Health and Rehab Center in Warsaw. She was born on February 17, 1921, in Kansas City, Missouri, the daughter of Rolla and Elva Cook O'Byrne. For many years, she made her home in Kansas City, where she was employed for over 30 years at Robinson's Shoe Store as a shoe clerk, retiring in the 1980's. In 2002, she was united in marriage to Roy Allen and following their marriage, made their home near Warsaw. She was preceded in death by one sister, Euna "Norine" Smith, and husband, Abe Morris. Surviving is her husband, Roy, of Warsaw, a sister, Peggy Hicks of the state of California, three nieces, Tina Crawford, of the state of California, Toni Piddington of Nixa, Missouri and Pamela Smith of Springfield, a cousin, Linnus Cook of Kansas City, several great-nieces and nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Graveside Services and Interment were held at 2:00 P.M., Tuesday, October 10, 2006, at the Hastain Cemetery near Warsaw with Rev. Jackie Davis officiating. From the Benton County Enterprise, 20 Oct 2006: Patricia K. Houghton, age 62, of Edwards, Missouri, passed away Thursday morning, October 12, 2006, at her home. She was born on July 24, 1944, in Spearman, Texas, the daughter of Roy and Wanda Sue Houck Giddens. She grew up in Altus, Oklahoma and attended and graduated from Altus High School. She then studied cosmetology in Altus and worked in various shops there and later in Independence, Missouri. On October 15, 1965, she was united in marriage to Virgil Julian, in Childress, Texas. Living together in Texas and in Independence, Missouri, until their marriage ended in divorce. On September 22, 1989, she was united in marriage to Bob Houghton, in Independence, living in Kansas City, until moving to Edwards, in 1994. Patricia was a faithful member and Sunday School Teacher at the Colony Baptist Church, in Edwards. She also was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, in Independence. She enjoyed boating and riding motorcycles cross country, but her priority in life was working for her Lord and spending time with her family, especially the grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her biological father, Roy Giddens. She is survived by her husband, Bob, of the home, her parents, Cotton and Wanda Sue Willeford, two children, Lorri Trotter, of Independence, Missouri and John Julian, of Lee�s Summit, Missouri, three sisters, Terry Hopper, of Blanchard, Oklahoma, Donna Terry, of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and Kim Burnam, of Mangum, Oklahoma, and ten grandchildren, Makenna, Mason, Macoy, Dillion, Patrick, Nichole, Paige, Claudia, Logan and Lukas, other relatives and many friends. Funeral Services for Patricia Houghton were held Saturday, October 14, 2006 at 2:00 P.M., at the Colony Baptist Church, in Edwards. Grave Side Services were held, Monday, October 16, 2006 at 1:00 P.M. at the Missouri Veterans Cemetery in Higginsville, Missouri. Memorial contributions can be made to the Hope Lodge, Benton County Hospice or Benton County Cancer Fund. From the Benton County Enterprise, 20 Oct 2006: Ronald T. Kephart, age 67, passed away early Sunday morning, October 8, 2006, at his home near Warsaw, Missouri. He was born in Kirksville, Missouri, on August 20, 1939, the son of Jesse T. and Lorene Lagle Kephart. He was united in marriage to Shirley Jean Peeler in Miami, Oklahoma. Following their marriage they made their home in San Diego, California. From there he was employed as a sheet metal worker with the Sheet Metal Workers Union Local #206 working on large industrial construction projects in the area for over thirty years. Three years ago they moved to their home near Warsaw. As a young man he spent most weekends running the California desert astride an off-road motorcycle racing in competitive events for many years. In later years he and his wife took-up dancing, favoring the two-step and the waltz with equal affection and precision, even teaching the dance steps on numerous occasions. Ron is survived by his wife, Shirley, of the home, three sons, Steven Lee Kephart, of San Diego, California, David Gene Kephart & his wife, Kory, of Ramona, California, and Michael James Kephart & his wife, Trish, of Warsaw, five grandsons, Matthew Stolle, Travis Fredrickson, and Michael Kephart, all of Warsaw, Steven Lee Kephart, of the state of Idaho, and David Kephart, of Ramona, California, one sister, Linda Plybon, of Lakeside, California, his foster mother, Dorothy �Dottie� Plybon, of Warsaw, several nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by one son, R. D. Kephart, his parents, one sister, Patsy Gorrell, and his foster father, John Plybon. Final Arrangements including cremation without services were under the direction of the Reser Funeral Home, Warsaw. From the Benton County Enterprise, 20 Oct 2006: Denton Wayne Miller, age 17, of Carrollton, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, October 10, 2006 at the University of Kansas Medical Center. Denton was born February 17, 1989 in Killeen, Texas, the son of Douglas Wayne and Julie Anette Nail Miller. He attended schools in Warrensburg, Missouri and was a senior at Carrollton High School. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Carrollton. Denton was involved in many extracurricular activities including holding the office of Student Body President, DECA President, Recorder of FBLA, was a member of the National Honor Society, Ninth Street Singers, Madrigal, football, basketball and golf teams, and was very active in musicals, C-Club and Academic All-Conference. Denton is survived by his parents of Carrollton, paternal grandparents, Donald and Dorothy Miller, Pleasant Hill, Missouri, maternal grandparents, Reverend James and Dixie Nail, Warsaw, Missouri, one sister, April Marie Miller, of the home, and several aunts, uncles and extended family. Memorial services were held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, October 14, 2006 at the Carrollton High School Gymnasium with Reverend Rod McNeall officiating. Visitation was held at the Carrollton High School Gym on Friday, October 13, 2006 for Senior Class members at 6:00 p.m., Show Choir and Musical members at 6:30 p.m., and will begin at 7:00 p.m. for the public. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Denton Miller Memorial Fund to fulfill Denton's wishes c/o Carroll County Trust Company. They may be left at or mailed to Gibson Funeral Home, 201 S. Main, Carrollton MO 64633. From the Benton County Enterprise, 20 Oct 2006: Judie Kae Purvis, 62, Warsaw, Missouri, formerly of Platte City, Missouri passed away October 9, 2006 at her home. Funeral services were held Thursday, October 12, 2006 at Rollins Funeral Home, Platte City. Judie was born November 6, 1943 in Kansas City, Kansas to Laura J. and James T. Richardson. She was an active volunteer for the Platte County Fair Board and was involved in the Steam Engine Show. Judie was the court clerk for the city of Tracy, Missouri. Judie married Donnie Purvis in June, 1980. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother Bobby Richardson. Judie is survived by her husband Donnie Purvis, son Christopher Stites, brothers James T. Richardson and Tom Richardson, step sister Sharon Carlson, granddaughter April Stites, aunts Rosalie Wobker, Ida Richardson and a host of nieces, nephews and many friends. Arrangements by: Rollins Funeral Home, Platte City, Mo. From the Benton County Enterprise, 20 Oct 2006: Leota F. Robbins, age 73, of Warsaw, passed away Saturday, September 30, 2006, at her home. She was born on June 26, 1933 in St. Joseph, Missouri, the daughter of Troy and Beatrice Andrews Routon. She is preceded in death by her parents, a sister, Verna Farris, on June 2, 1966, and one infant son, Christopher Dean Robbins. She is survived by two daughters, Cathy Ann Frogge, of Kansas City, Missouri, and Tina Marie Robbins, of Warsaw, two sons, Michael Eugene Robbins and his wife, Lori, of Sugar Creek, Missouri and Karl Mark Robbins, Sr., of Galena, Missouri, two sisters, Wilma Rose Nagle, of St. Joseph, Missouri, Carol Campbell, of Neosho Rapids, Kansas, one brother, Troy Joseph Routon Jr., of St. Joseph, Missouri, three grandsons, Terry Lee Frogge, of St. Joseph, Missouri, Roger Leon Frogge, and his wife Khristine, of Kansas City, Missouri and Karl Mark Robbins, Jr., of Kansas City, Missouri, five granddaughters, Bobbie Jo Frogge, of Kansas City, Missouri, Heather Renee Robbins, of Warsaw, Christina Rae Robbins, of Warsaw, Angie Payur and Amanda Robbins, both of Sugar Creek, Missouri, three great-granddaughters, Gina, Kaiylee, and Amilya Frogge, all of Kansas City, Missouri, five great-grandsons, Brent Snappe, Pierce Frogge, and Blake Frogge, of Kansas City, and Zackary and Gage Nelson, of Warsaw. Memorial Services were held at 5:30 P.M., Monday, October 9, 2006 at the Warsaw Bible Church in Warsaw, Missouri, with Rev. Jason McCray, officiating. From the Benton County Enterprise, 20 Oct 2006: Belinda Thompson, age 48, passed away October 1, 2006 at her home in Warsaw, Missouri. She was born in St. Louis, Missouri, on November 8, 1957, the daughter of Tom and Patricia McGregor England. She was preceded in death by her mother and her father, her father by adoption, John H. Wright, and one brother, Johnny H. England. Belinda Thompson is survived by her husband, Victor Thompson, of Warsaw, one daughter, Stephanie Thompson, of Warsaw, one son, Justin Hatch, of St. Louis, Missouri, one granddaughter, Whitney Dawn Brown, of Warsaw, three sisters, Maritta Hawkins, of Bentonville, Arkansas, Robin Huellinghoff, of Washington, Missouri, and Melissa Wagner, of St. Louis, Missouri, five brothers, Thomas Wright, Michael Wright, and Patrick Wright, all of Bentonville, Arkansas, Rodger Martin, of St. Mary's, Missouri, and Eddie Martin, of Union, Missouri, twelve nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. Memorial Services were held at 2:00 P.M. Thursday, October 5, 2006, at the Shelter House in Lay's Park in Warsaw, Missouri, with Rev. Jason McCray officiating. Belinda Thompson was cremated. From the Bolivar Herald-Free Press: Karen Sue London, 56, of Weaubleau died Friday, Oct. 6, 2006, at Cox South Hospital in Springfield. She was born Feb. 7, 1950, the daughter of Dale and Norma Little O'Hara at Moran, Kan. She grew up in Olathe, Kan., and moved to the Weaubleau area in 1985. Two sisters, Janet Louise O'Hara and LaNita Nelson, preceded her in death. She is survived by her husband, Jack London of Weaubleau; two daughters, Karmin London of Weaubleau and Tasha Kneller of Ottawa, Kan.; her parents, Dale and Norma O'Hara of Ottawa, Kan.; three grandchildren, Kyra and Riki Sue, both of Weaubleau and Danielle of Bedford, Ky.; and a brother, Larry D. O'Hara of Topeka, Kan. Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 10, in Crutsinger Cemetery, southeast of Weaubleau with Bro. Bill Wood officiating. Visitation will be from 6 to 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 9, at Murray Funeral Home, Humansville. Online condolences may be made at www.murrayfuneralhomes.com The Marshfield Chronicle, 6 Aug 1903 Mrs. Sallie Pogue, wife of Uncle John Pogue of the Compton neighborhood, died Sunday, July 26 at the home of Henry Bennett, her brother-in-law. Mrs. Pogue's maiden name was Bookout. She was born and lived until her marriage in East Tennessee. In 1840 she and her husband emigrated to what is now Webster County, went to St. Louis County near St. Louis for five years, after which they returned to SW Missouri. Mrs. Pogue was 83 years old last March and at the time of her death, she and her husband had been married nearly 65 years. She was a member of the Baptist Church. She leaves an aged husband and a grand-daughter. Eldon Advertiser 26 Aug 1926 Pg 4, Col 5, Obituaries CHARLIE B. SNELLING Charlie B. Snelling was born in Henry County, Nov 25, 1858 and departed this life at his home near Eldon, August 16, 1926, being at the time of his death, 68 years, 9 months and 9 days of age. He was married to Heneretta White, March 23 1879. To this union 8 children were born, all living but two. Those living are Mrs. Stone, Thomas Snelling, of Commerce, Okla; Elisha, of Eldon; John, of Zebra; Mrs. Albert Polly, of Zebra, and Mrs. Jack Houston, of Rhinehart, MO. Those dead are Mary Bell and James William. He leaves 22 grandchildren. He was converted and united with the Auglaze Baptist church in 1901, and was a God fearing man, a loving husband and father, and a good neighbor. He died suddenly, due to heart trouble. Funderal services were conducted by Rev. Woods, at the Conway Cemetery, close to Zebra, Wednesday, where the body was laid to rest. ________________________ CARD OF THANKS We wish to express our sincere thanks to our friends and relatives for the many acts of kindness shown us after the sudden death of our dear husband and father---Mrs. C. B. Snelling and Family. From the Bolivar Herald-Free Press: Achsa Ulayla Dull took her place in heaven at 12:55 a.m. Thursday morning, Sept. 7, 2006. Ulayla was born to Sie and Cora Myers on March 15, 1914, in St. Clair County, where she spent her childhood and graduated from Osceola High School. Ulayla was married to William Truman Dull on June 15, 1932. They lived on a farm near Gerster until about 1939, when they purchased a farm near Quincy where their son still lives. Ulayla was an extremely hard worker, working in the fields with her husband on the farm and always having a large garden and about 200 chickens so they could have the egg money to buy the extra food that they didn't raise and maybe an extra dollar or two for chicken feed and clothes. In 1953, Ulayla became the post mistress at Wisdom Post Office. She worked there for several years until she was able to acquire the position at the Shawnee Mission post office in Shawnee Mission, Kan., and retired from there with 18 years of service. After retirement, she moved to Humansville but never changed her church membership from the Landmark Baptist Church in Shawnee Mission, Kan. Ulayla accepted her Savior at an early age and was very faithful. She was an avid reader of the Bible and when the children and grandchildren came, she might send a Bible verse home with them or give them a scripture to look up and read when they got home and would make them promise they would do so. She enjoyed painting and crocheting afghans for everyone. Both her parents preceded her in death, as did her husband, Truman; a brother, Orval Myers; and a half-brother, Sie Myers Jr. Born to the marriage of Ulayla and Truman were three children. Ulayla is survived by their daughter, Arlene Lear and husband Lionel of Humansville; son Gayle Dull and wife Wilma of Quincy; and daughter Brenda Denton and husband Larry of Fort Scott, Kan. She leaves one half-brother, Melvin, and two half-sisters, Sandra and Frances. Ulayla has 11 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren. Services were Sunday, Sept. 10, in Murray Funeral Home, Humansville, with Dr. Greg Bunn officiating. Pallbearers were Mark Denton, Steve Denton, Clint Dull, Jason Dull, Justin Lear and Tyler Lear. Burial was in King's Prairie Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to King's Prairie Cemetery, in care of Murray Funeral Home, PO Box 93, Humansville MO 65674. William Everett Gass 15 Sep 1882 - 15 Sep 1967 CHRISTIAN COUNTY REPUBLICAN 21 Sep 1967 p1 William Everett Gass, a native of Conway and resident of Sparta since 1915, died at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday in Nevada hospital where he had been a patient about two months. He was a member of the First Baptist Church and the Sparta Masonic Lodge. Mr. Gass is survived by his wife, Rosa; and five sons, Lester H., Shenandoah, Ia., Millard H., Reno, Nev., William E. Granite City, Ill., Walter H., Houston, Tex. and Paul J. Long Beach, Calif. Other survivors include five daughters, Mrs. Vesta Griffin, Shreveport, La., Mrs. Dorothy Thompson, Shenandoah, Mrs. Mabel Riley, Sparta, Mrs. Lucille Heckmaster, Neosho, and Mrs. Elizabeth Downes, Fordland; one brother, Samuel, of the state of Washington; two sisters, Mrs. Eva Lariviere of Springfield and Mrs. Nellie Ellingsworth, Galloway; 32 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday in the First Baptist Church in Sparta with the Mr. Dennis Swift officiating. Burial will be in Sparta Cemetery with Masonic rites by Sparta Lodge No. 296. Arrangements are by Harris of Ozark. Swearengin, Nancy E. (Bookout) 2 Sep 1875 - 5 Jun 1972 CCR 8 Jun 1972 p1 Mrs. Nancy E. Swearengin, 96, died at 8:20 a.m. Monday at the Christian County Nursing Home here, where she had resided for the past four years. Mrs. Swearengin was a former resident of the Fordland community and had lived with her niece, Mrs. Olive McCord, in Kansas City before moving here in 1968. Survivors other than her niece include three sisters, Mrs. Martha White of Rolla, Mrs. Rosa Gass of Sparta and Mrs. Emma Baldwin of Raytown; two brothers, George Bookout of Springfield and Henry Bookout of Fordland. Funeral services were at 2:00 p.m. today in the Harris Chapel here, with Mr. W. J. Nichols officiating. Burial was in Union Chapel Cemetery. George Washington Swearengin 6 Jan 1876 - 16 Jul 1952 CHRISTIAN COUNTY REPUBLICAN 17 Jul 1952 p5. George Washington Swearengin died suddenly Thursday morning at his home south of Fordland. Survivors include his wife, Nancy; four sisters, Mrs. Malinda Atkins of Fordland, Emaline Green of Galloway, Mrs. Bell Bookout of Paluska, Okla. and Mrs. Martha Burks of Stockton, Calif.; two half-sisters, Mrs. Louise Watkins of Bruner and Mrs. Irene Johnson of Springfield; and three half-brothers, Almus of Elkhead, Loyd of Ozark and Lester of Republic. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Kelley-Ferrell-Bergman of Springfield. Obituary: Jefferson City News-Tribune, Sunday, September 8, 1991 Charles R. Claiborn, 80, Jefferson City, died Saturday at Memorial Community Hospital after a long illness. He was born March 1, 1911, at Crocker, a son of Inauda and Sally Miller Claiborn. On Aug. 11, 1941, he was married at Marchfield to Veta G. Eads, who survives of the home. A lifelong resident of the Central Missouri area, he graduated from high school in Crocker, and received his B.S. in education from Southwest Missouri State College, Springfield, and his M.A. from the University of Missouri-Columbia. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was employed in education for many years, including service as superintendent of schools at Russellville for six years and as principal at Moreau Heights Elementary School fro 10 years and East Elementary School for 10 years prior to his retirement in 1976. He was a member of First Baptist Church, a member of Gideons International, member and past president of the Cole County Retired Teachers Assn., member of the Missouri State Teachers Assn., and past member of the Kiwanis Club. The funeral will be 10 a.m. Tuesday in Freeman Chapel, with Dr. Gary Parker and Dr. Thomas W. Nelson officiating. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery. Visitation will be 5-7 p.m. Monday. Memorials have been suggested to the American Cancer Society or the charity of the donor’s choice. Obituary: Jefferson City News Tribune, August 2001 Veta G. Claiborn, 89, Jefferson City, died Aug. 22, 2001, at her home. She was born Sept. 23, 1911, in Iberia, a daughter of James A. and Lou Bond Eads. She was married Aug. 11, 1936, in Marshfield, to Charles Robert Claiborn, who died Sept. 7, 1991. She received a bachelor's degree in Education from Drury College, Springfield, in 1933, and a master's in education in 1959 from Lincoln University. She taught high school in Missouri for 43 years, the last 20 in Jefferson City public schools. She was a member of First Baptist Church and the Winsome Sunday School Class. She also was a member of the Missouri State Teachers Association and Jefferson City Retired Teachers Association. She was a member of the Missouri State Gideons Auxiliary and served as Missouri state chaplain for three years. Survivors include two brothers, H.F. Eads, Cleburne, Texas, and James W. Eads, Iberia. Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Freeman Mortuary. The Rev. Doyle Sager and the Rev. Thomas W. Nelson will officiate. Burial will be in Iberia City Cemetery, Iberia. Visitation will be from 9-10 a.m. Saturday. Memorials are suggested to First Baptist Church, Jefferson City, or the Iberia Cemetery Perpetual Care Fund. Obituary: Jefferson City Post-Tribune, Grace E. Hix, 83, Ulman, died Tuesday at her home. She was born May 24, 1907, in Tuscumbia, a daughter of Rufus and Elvia Wyrick Crismon. She was married June 27, 1931, in Waynesville, to James Guy Hix, who died April 30, 1987. She was a lifelong resident of Miller County and taught in rural schools in that county for several years. She was a member of the Brumley Christian Church. Survivors include: several nieces and nephews. Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Stevinson-Mossman Funeral Home in Iberia. Brother Gene Eedwards and Brother Ralph Byurd will officiate. Burial will be in Tuscumbia Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Friday. Memorials are suggested to the Brumley Christian Church. Imogene Tucker, 82, of Weaubleau died Saturday, Jan. 30, 2010, at Riverdell Care center, Boonville. She was born Oct. 4, 1927, at Oran, the daughter of Walter Thomas and Elga Hamlett Hardy. She was a homemaker and seamstress and longtime area resident of Weaubleau. Survivors include her two sons, Dwight Tucker of Weaubleau and Edward Tucker of New Franklin; two daughters, Julie Heath of Fayette and Nancy Lohe of Jefferson City; three brothers, Wilber Dale Hardy of Burlington, Colo., Paul Hardy of Los Lunas, N.M., and Bobby Hardy of Rock Springs, Wyo.; three sisters, Nadine Brown of Los Angeles, Calif., June Farhenbach of Lynwood, Calif., and Elsie Mae Cody of Cody, Wyo.; 14 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. Services were Tuesday, Feb. 2, at Hathaway-Peterman Funeral Home, Wheatland, with the Rev. Lyle Shaulis and Pastor Bob Kelley officiating. Burial followed in Fairview-Butcher Cemetery, Weaubleau. Ayliffe B. Fisher, age 96, of Red Oak, Iowa passed away Saturday, January 9, 2010 at the Good Samaritan Care Center. Ayliffe Bernice Fisher was born January 24, 1913 in Knob Noster, Missouri the daughter of M.P. and Regina (Duncan) Miller. She was raised in Knob Noster where she attended school. On February 3, 1936 she was united in marriage to Roy N. Fisher. They had three daughters and farmed all of their married life. In 1946 the family moved to Iowa and farmed near Stennett. Three years later they moved to the Essex area and in 1957 they purchased their farm northeast of Red Oak. Ayliffe was a typical farm wife and mother. She raised a big garden, was a wonderful cook, and sewed many beautiful quilts which she lovingly gave to her children and grandchildren. She was employed as a cook at the Good Samaritan Care Center for several years and also cooked at her church’s youth camp. She was a member of the Montgomery County Memorial Hospital Auxiliary for several years where she delivered mail to the patients. Ayliffe was baptized as a child and was a long time member of the Community of Christ Church in Shenandoah, Iowa. Ayliffe was preceded in death by her parents; husband: Roy Fisher on September 6, 2008; 1 brother; 3 sisters; son-in-law: Gene Maher; and two great granddaughters: Ashley and Brooke Maley. Survivors include her daughters: Donna Ross and husband Myron of Essex; Mary Maher of Red Oak; and Ruth Miller and husband Wayne of Boggstown, IN; grandchildren: Cathy Shane (Jesse), Jolene Younggren (Brent), and Tom Ross (Lisa) all of Essex; Doug Maher (Deb) of Stanton; Linda Pieken (Tim) of Avoca; Alicia Dominguez (Norman) of Tempe, AZ; Julie Kennon (Mike) of Atlantic; Jeanne Artzer (Eric) of Meridian, ID; Sherry Kennon and Scott Lukehart of Atlantic; Mike Lukehart (Lori) and Dan Lukehart (Rachel) of Red Oak; 29 great grandchildren; 12 great great grandchildren; nieces and nephews; and many other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held 11 AM Wednesday, January 13, 2010 at the Nelson-Boylan-LeRette Funeral Chapel with Rev. Ryan Pieken officiating. Burial will be in the Evergreen Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be held from 6-8 PM Tuesday, January 12, 2010 at the Nelson-Boylan-LeRette Funeral Chapel. Memorials are suggested to the Community of Christ Church or the charity of the donor’s choice. Nelson-Boylan-LeRette Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements. Beatrice "Bea" Peterie Beatrice "Bea" Peterie, 86, Collins, Mo., passed away November 28, 2009, in Northwood Hills Care Center, Humansville, Mo. Bea was a longtime Collins area resident and a twenty-three year employee of Witt printing Co., retiring in 1986. Among survivors are two sons, Randy Peterie, Springfield, Mo., and Kenneth Peterie, Blue Springs, Mo.; two sisters, Mrs. Betty Martin and Mrs. Bonnie Capps, Collins, Mo.; five grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Thursday, December 3, at 11 a.m., in Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel, Osceola, Mo. Burial will be in Freeman-Holsapple Cemetery, near Collins. Family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, in Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel , Osceola, Mo. Edna Brooks, 79, of Humansville died Sunday, Nov. 15, 2009, in the Northwood Hills Care Center, Humansville. She was born June 11, 1930, at Linn Creek, the daughter of Elmer and Clara May Carry Quick. Preceding her in death were her parents; her first husband, Shorty; her second husband, William Kenneth “Kenny” Brooks; a daughter, Elaine Tashoff; a sister, Fern Quick; and a brother, Carl Quick. She is survived by three brothers, Gene Quick and wife Dorleene of Weaubleau, Gary Quick and wife Carol of Norfolk, Neb., and Jim Quick and wife Linda of Highlandville; a granddaughter, Becky, state of Kansas; as well as other relatives and friends. Her body will be cremated and a memorial graveside service will be held at a later date at Antioch Cemetery in Pittsburg. Friends and family may sign a guest book or send private condolences at www.greenlawnfuneralhome.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Pitts Chapel of Greenlawn Funeral Homes, Bolivar. James Edward (Jim Ed) McMillin of Shepherd, Texas passed away on October 19, 2009 after a lengthy illness. He was born December 20, 1924 in Wisdom, Missouri to Henry E. & Martha M. (Meadows) McMillin. He grew up and went to school in the Wisdom community and in 1942 joined the U.S. Navy, serving his country in the South Pacific during World War II. In 1945 he married Louise Kreisel, who preceded him in death in 1961, and to this union seven children were born. In 1948 Jim Ed went to work for the Anaconda Corporation at the molybdenum mine in Climax, Colorado and later moved his family to San Manuel, Arizona to work at the company’s copper mine there. In the late 1960’s he got back into the carpenter business and worked for Del Webb Corporation in Houston, Texas. In 1974 he married Ellen Stephens in Houston, Texas and they continued to make their home in Houston for the coming years, retiring to Shephard in 1989. Ellen, her children and grandchildren survive him. Jim Ed was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers Bill McMillin and Jack McMillin and four infant grandchildren. He is survived by seven children: Kathy Howe of Blue Spring, MO, Jimmie McMillin of Phoenix, AZ, Sue Benton of Clarkston, WA, Sandi Keiper of Davidson, NC, Jerry McMillin of Benton City, WA, Debbie VanWinkle of Cole Camp, MO, and Louise McMillin-Omundsen of Great Falls, MT. He is also survived be eight brothers and sisters; Jewel Kellner of Warsaw, MO, Geneva Yount of Warsaw, MO, Jesse McMillin of Warsaw, MO, Bud McMillin of Cottonwood, CA, Nancy Brandley of Sedalia, MO, Pansy Turner of McKinleyville, CA, Junior McMillin of Warsaw, MO, and Peggy VanDyke of Sedalia, MO. He is also survived by ten grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Cremation will be in Texas and, at a later date, ashes will be returned to Missouri for interment at Shiloh cemetery. Obituaries James Michael Magness (Died October 5, 2009) In the early morning hours of Monday, October 5th, James Michael Magness shed his earthly garments and began the journey to his promised Eternity. A native of Crane, Jim was listed on his birth certificate as "one of a litter of two" by Doctor Al Capetti who delivered Jim and his twin brother, Jack, who arrived ten minutes later. Proud parents were DeWitt Talmage Magness and RayAnna Harris Magness. Jim graduated from Crane High School and served as President of his Senior Class. He later attended SMS (MSU), the University of Tulsa and the Tulsa Police Academy. He studied piano during high school and received "one" ratings for his piano performances at State Music Contests. Jim was privileged to study piano during high school with Wilfred Adler who was Professor of Piano at SMS (MSU). Jim had a successful career in sales which allowed him to live in many of the major cities in the U.S. He later worked for Public Service Company in Tulsa from which he retired. When he returned to Springfield in 1991 to help care for his mother, Jim again established himself as a top notch salesman, setting national records for resort sales. Jim attended the Crane Presbyterian Church in his youth and was christened and baptized there. He later became Catholic and during the last few months of his life he reaffirmed his faith by receiving the Sacraments of the Church. Jim was preceded in death by his parents and his stepbrother, O. A. Dameron. Jim is survived by his twin brother Jack, his older brother David, nephews Todd Magness and his wife Cat, Christopher Magness, Scott Magness and Michael Dameron and by a niece, Diane Dameron Jolly. Devoted friends Shari and Stan Crowell, John Horner and Paul Pope also survive. It was Jim's wish that any memorials be made to C.A.R.E. Animal Rescue, 1328 West Sunshine, Building A, Springfield, Missouri 65807-2345. The final resting place for Jim's remains will be in the family plot at Maple Park Cemetery, Aurora, Missouri. Private services will be under the care of Herman H. Lohmeyer Funeral Home, Springfield, Missouri. Online condolences can be shared at www.hhlohmeyer.com. James R. Quick, 77, of Flemington died Sunday, Sept. 27, 2009, in Christian Health Care, Hermitage. He was born Aug. 29, 1932, at Tekamah, Neb., the son of James Reed and Mabel Barger Quick. He was a U.S. Army veteran serving during the Korean conflict. He had lived in the Flemington area since 1993 and was a member of the Galmey VFW Post No. 9638. Survivors include his wife, Phyllis Quick of the home; one son, Rodney Quick of Kansas City; one daughter, Tanya Ericson of Des Moines, Iowa; three brothers, Mal Quick of Galmey, Vincent Quick of Tekamah, Neb., and Tiny Quick of Douglas, Wyo.; one sister, Nondas Vitols of Blair, Neb.; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Memorial services are at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3, at Hathaway-Peterman Funeral Home, Wheatland, with Pastor Rick Walters officiating with military honors provided by the Galmey VFW Post No. 9638. Charles Winfield Ball Jr., 82, Humansville, died Monday, Sept. 28, 2009, in Northwood Hills Care Center, Humansville. The son of Mable Hitchcock and Charles W. Ball Sr., he was born March 9, 1927, at Goodwell, Okla. He and Virginia Grady were married Dec. 4, 1948. They moved to Humansville from Kansas City in 1992. A member of Dunnegan Bible Baptist Church, he was a retired automotive paint and body man. He was a World War II veteran serving in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Miami in the South Pacific. His parents, son-in-law Mike Gates, six sisters and one brother preceded him in death. Survivors include his wife, Virginia, of the home; four children, Bonita Gates of Overland Park, Kan., Kristine Elliott and husband Bill of Centennial, Wyo., Cynthia Bradford of Tucson, Ariz., and Timothy Ball of Kingman, Ariz.; seven grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. Services are at 10 a.m. Monday, Oct. 5, at Dunnegan Bible Baptist Church with Pastor Terry Faulkner officiating. Burial will be in Mount Moriah Cemetery, Kansas City, under the direction of Murray Funeral Home, Humansville. Visitation will be Monday one hour prior to service at the church. Memorial donations may be made to Hospice Compassus. Online condolences may be made at www.murrayfuneralhomes.com. NELSON MEZZACASA Nelson Mezzacasa , 78, Weaubleau, MO, formerly of Kansas City, died March 20, 2006 at CMH, Bolivar, MO. Funeral services 11 a.m. Wed., March 22 at Hathaway-Peterman Chapel. Burial in Beyer Cemetery. (Arr; Hathaway-Peterman Funeral Home, Wheatland, MO, 417-282-5534). DR. DELMAR A. FREELAND Dr. Delmar A. Freeland, 54, Springfield, MO, passed away Saturday, May 17, 1997, at his home in Aventura, FL, while receiving treatment for Metastatic Carcinoma. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 21, at Ayre-Goodwin-Lee, a Heritage Funeral Home at Rivermonte; burial will follow in River - monte Memorial Gardens. There will be no visitation service. Del was born December 20, 1942, in Waukeegan, IL, the son of Delmar A., Sr. and Ottavia B. ( Mezzacasa ) Freeland. He was united in marriage April 30, 1977, in Raytown, MO, to Susan A. Knapp. Dr. Freeland was a licensed chiropractor and a member of the Missouri State Chiropractic Association, the Interna - tional Chiropractic Association, and the World Chiropractic Association. He held license in California, Texas, Oklahoma, Michigan, and Missouri. He was preceded in death by his father . He is survived by his wife, Susan; his mother, Ottavia Barrett, Springfield, MO; two brothers, Joseph Freeland, Ava, MO, and David Jordan, Blue Springs, MO; five sisters, S. Darlene Leas, Kansas City, MO, Nellie Cox, Weaubleau, MO, Carol Cooper, Flemington, MO, Ottavia Carter, Lone Jack, MO, Sondra Marsh, Independence, MO; and several nieces and nephews. Atsy Leah Eads, 102, of Weaubleau died Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2009, in Christian Health Care of Nixa. The daughter of James Henry and Beatrice Virginia Murphy Breshears, she was born at Avery in Hickory County. During World War II she worked in a garment factory making uniforms for soldiers. She was a baker at bakeries in Kansas City and volunteered to work in the kitchen at church camp each summer. She was a member of Bethel Tabernacle Assembly of God in Kansas City. She lived on a farm west of Collins for 25 years before to moving to Weaubleau where she lived for 24 years. She lived in her own home until over the age of 100 and for the past 1 1/2 years she had lived at Christian Healthcare of Nixa. She was married to Robert H. Eads, and they were the parents of two children, Wallace Eads and June Chambers. Survivors include nine grandchildren; many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Services are at 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, in Murray Funeral Home, Humansville, with the Rev. Joe Mezzacasa officiating. Burial will be in Robinson Cemetery west of Weaubleau. Visitation is from noon until service time Saturday at the funeral home. Online condolences may be made at www.murrayfuneralhomes.com. Jesse A. Cooper, 91, of Weaubleau, passed away at 6 p.m. July 14, 2009, in his home on the family farm. He had been home after a short illness, surrounded by his wife and loving family. He was born December 12, 1917, near Elkton, Mo., (currently referred to as Cooper Cove), to Jesse and Maude (Tinsley) Cooper. Jesse was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Georgia Bays; and his four brothers, Orla, Glenn, Leslie and Ross Cooper. He married Betty Davis on January 12, 1946. Of their 63 year marriage, the past 58 years have been spent together on their farm north of Weaubleau. He is survived by his wife, Betty; a daughter, Sandra Lightle and husband, Bob of Weaubleau, Mo.; two sons, Dr. Dennis Cooper of Springfield, Mo., and Marc Cooper and wife, Janice of Weaubleau, Mo.; and eight grandchildren, Melissa (Lightle) McMillin and husband, James of Warrensburg, Mo., Tiffani Lightle, Esq. of St. Louis, Mo., Angela (Cooper) Hicks and husband, Dr. David Hicks of Fremont Hills, Mo., Lauren Cooper of Bolivar, Mo., Lindsay Cooper of Bolivar, Mo., Sara Cooper of Weaubleau, Mo., Luke Cooper of Houston, Texas, and Leah (Cooper) Durnell and husband, Zach of Collins, Mo. Jesse was also very proud of his and Betty's six great-grandchildren, Bryce, Baylee and Blayne McMillin of Warrensburg, MO., Jessica and Jed Hicks of Fremont Hills, Mo., and Alyssa Cooper of Weaubleau, Mo. He is also survived by a host of nieces and nephews whom he loved dearly. Jesse was a lifelong dairy farmer in the Weaubleau area. He loved the farm, fishing and spending time with friends at church and in the community. He was saved at a young age and became a member of Weaubleau First Baptist Church. He was ordained as a deacon of the church in 1960, and served in that capacity until his death. Jesse graduated from Weaubleau High School in 1938, and was an active supporter of the school, serving one term on the Board of Education. He was active in the Alumni Association and was a regular attendee of the Alumni Reunions. He was very supportive and active in the Weaubleau community. He served many years on the MFA Board of Directors. Mostly he loved his family. He always looked forward to family gatherings and the annual Tinsley/Cooper Family Reunion. Jesse was a friend to everyone he met and will be missed by a host of family and friends. Arrangements are under the direction of Hathaway-Peterman Funeral Home in Wheatland, Mo. Family visitation will be held Friday, July 17, from 6 to 8 p.m., in the funeral home. Funeral services will be held in the First Baptist Church, Weaubleau, Mo., on Saturday, July 18, 2009, at 10 a.m., followed by burial in Robinson Cemetery, just west of Weaubleau. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Weaubleau First Baptist Church or the Weaubleau High School Alumni Scholarship fund. James Guy "Jimmy Guy" Cottengim, well-known, popular songwriter and entertainer, passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully, of natural causes, at home in Springfield, on June 11. Jim was born June 8, 1947, in Riverside, California, to James Vernon and Wilma Moody Cottengim. The family moved to Springfield, Missouri, and Jim was educated in Springfield Public Schools, graduating from Hillcrest High School in 1964. Jimmy Guy and his sister, Carrie Sue, exhibited a great interest in music and began entertaining family members at a very young age. He stepped up his musical pursuits in high school, forming such popular 1960s Springfield groups as the Essex Four and The Raiders. After high school, he began his professional music career playing night clubs across the Midwest and South, often touring with his young family. When his sons began school, the family returned to Springfield and Jimmy Guy became a popular personality in the Springfield night club scene. Jimmy Guy began his songwriting career in the 1970s, dividing his time between Springfield and Nashville, Tenn. Artists who have recorded his songs include Jeannie Bryant, Vicky Self, The Unknown Band, and Jerry Lee Lewis. Jim released one solo album, several singles and was a principal in The Unknown Band. He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his two sons, Jody and Stoney, who along with their dad comprised his all-time favorite group, The Cottengim Band. Jody, wife Sandy, grandson Isaiah, and granddaughters, Kaylah and Baylee, reside in Marshfield. Grandson Seth Sosebee resides in California. Stoney, wife Jennifer, grandson Colin Newman, and granddaughter Hannah, reside in Springfield, Missouri. He is also survived by his sister, Carrie Sue Barnes, her husband, Ted of Springfield, and their sons, Tony and Tim. A memorial service celebrating Jimmy Guy's life will be held in Greenlawn Funeral Home North on Monday, June 15, at 6:30 p.m. A musical celebration in honor of Jim's life is being planned and will be announced soon. Judy Marilyn Nance, 62, of Collins died Sunday, Jan. 25, 2009, in St. John’s Hospital in Springfield. The daughter of James Edward and Jewel Opal Keller Clayton, she was born Dec. 6, 1946, at Humansville. In January 1973 she began her employment with Witt Printing Co. where she was a receptionist. On Oct. 1, 1982, she and Ronnie Nance were married. Her parents and a grandson, Trevor Edmiston, preceded her in death. Surviving are her husband, Ronnie, of the home; her daughter and son-in-law, Sandra and Damon Edmiston of El Dorado Springs; two stepsons, Jamey Nance and wife Cody of Bolivar and Travis Nance of Collins; and four grandchildren, Tevis Edmiston, Ashley, Carley and Brooklyn Nance. Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 28, in Murray Funeral Home, Humansville, with the Rev. Brent Bland officiating. Pallbearers will be Damon Edmiston, Jamey Nance, Travis Nance, Melvin Nance, Ray Nance and Lowell Hughes. Burial will be in the Humansville Cemetery. Online condolences may be made at www.murrayfuneralhomes.com. Harold D. Moore, 63, of Wheatland died Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009. He was born June 28, 1945, in Wheatland. He was a jack of all trades. He was preceded in death by his mother, Rose Bell Moore; sisters Dolly Moore, Ina Faye Henderson, Pearl Staten, Oval Mae Moore, Mae Riley; brothers Charlie Moore, Dee Moore and Willie Moore. He is survived by his wife, Sandra Kay Moore; five children, Dianne H ampton of Wheatland, Tammy Campbell of Sugar Creek, Shanna Alexander of Osceola, Robbie Moore of Independence and Sherry Reed of Osceola; grandchildren Pam Henderson, Holly Sweatman, Brandy Partridge, Melissa and Richard Tucker, Ty and Cory Cumley, Haley and Hayden Campbell Tristin, Gavin and Holden Reed, Nick and Loren Alexander, Ashley, Brittany and Alex Moore; seven great-grandchildren; other family and many friends. Services were Tuesday, Jan. 20, at Hathaway-Peterman Funeral Home, Wheatland, with burial in Fairview-Butcher Cemetery. Memorial donations may be sent to Harold Moore Memorial, PO Box 183, Osceola MO 64776. Willis Dean Breshears, “the Mule Man”, age 78, of Preston, Missouri, passed away early Thursday morning, January 8, 2009, at the Select Specialty Hospital in Springfield, Missouri. He was born near Fairfield, Missouri, on August 30, 1930, the son of Lawrence and Zelma Bird Breshears. He grew up in Benton and Hickory counties and graduated from Hermitage High School in Hermitage, Missouri. He then moved to Kansas City, Missouri, where he was employed as a painter in the Ford Assembly Plant in Claycomo. He worked there for some thirty-five years finally retiring in the early 1990’s. He then moved to his home near Preston, Missouri. Willis was known far and wide as the “Mule Man”. For many years he raised, trained and worked “jumping mules.” He would buy, sell and trade mules all over the state of Missouri to other traders, hunters and farmers. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge in Claycomo, Missouri, and was active for many years. Willis was preceded in death by one brother, Willard Breshears, and one sister, Jolene Logan. He is survived by one daughter, Cheryl Hale, of Raymore, Missouri, and three sons, Ron Breshears, of Moberly, Missouri, Rick Breshears, of Excelsior Springs, Missouri, and Randy Breshears, also of Moberly, five grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, one brother, Wilford Breshears, of Macks Creek, Missouri, and three sisters, Maxine Dehart, of Weableau, Missouri, Bernice Wheeler, of Quincy, Missouri, and Linda Daughtery, of Warsaw, Missouri, numerous nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends. Funeral Services were held Saturday afternoon, January 10, 2009, at the Reser Funeral Home in Warsaw with Rev. Mike Hargraves, officiating. Burial was in the Shawnee Cemetery near Warsaw, Missouri. Inez Ruth Quick, 91, of Humansville died Friday, Jan. 2, 2009, at Big Springs Care Center, Humansville. She was born Jan. 26, 1917, at Chadron, Neb., the daughter of Charlton H. and Eulalia J. Good Root. She was a homemaker and had lived in the Elkton, Flemington and Weaubleau communities prior to moving to the care center in 2000. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lindsey A. Quick, on July 28, 1979. She is survived by two sisters-in-law, Opal Welch and Ruby Lightle, both of Weaubleau; and several nieces and nephews. Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 8, at Hathaway-Peterman Funeral Home Chapel, Wheatland, with Robert Earhart officiating. Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery, Pittsburg. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. The family suggests memorials be sent to Big Springs Care Center, 202 E. Mill St., Humansville MO 65674. Williamson, Lowell I. Lowell Irvin Williamson, 71 passed away Tuesday, November 25, 2008 at his home in Weaubleau, MO of cancer. Lowell was born August 12, 1937 in Bates City, MO. He lived in around the Kansas City area all of his life before moving to Weaubleau. Lowell served in the U. S. Army and was stationed at Brady Air Base in Kyushu, Japan. He earned the Good Conduct Medal. After his discharge he served in the U. S. Army Reserves. He was a member of the Blue Springs American Legion Post #499. Lowell worked for Sears, Dean Machinery, and retired from Clarkson Construction Company in 1997 after 23 years. After retiring, his passions were working with wood, cutting wood, mowing grass, hunting and visiting his family and friends. Lowell was preceded in death by his parents Robert Eugene (Gene) Williamson Sr. and Willey T. Roemmich Williamson, sisters Eugenia (Jean) Stewart, Ellyn Shirley, and brother Robert (Bob) Eugene Williamson Jr. He is survived by his loving companion of 14 years Ruby Ball, daughter Paula Free Hatchett of Michigan, sister Pat R. Bliss of Blue Springs, MO, 4 nieces and 4 nephews, several great nieces and nephews, and cousins. Services will be Saturday, November 29, 2008 at Royer-Hays Funeral Home, 17th & Walnut, Blue Springs. Visitation will be from 10:00-11:30 a.m.; Funeral service at 11:30 a.m. with burial following at Mecklin Cemetery, Oak Grove. Lowell was a loving, kind, and generous man who was admired and loved by all who knew him. His passing leaves us saddened, yet ever thankful that he was part of our lives. Published in the Kansas City Star from 11/26/2008 - 11/27/2008 Wilma LaVonne (Zumalt) Dull, 67, Quincy, Mo., passed away November 12, 2008, one week prior to her 68th birthday, at Cox South Medical Center in Springfield, Mo, where she spent the last month of her life. Wilma was born on November 19, 1940, at Coal, MO, in Henry County. She was the only child of Miles and Opal (Lawler) Zumalt. She lived most of her childhood in the Vista/Osceola area graduating from Osceola High School in 1958. She was married to Gayle Dull, January 30, 1960, and moved to Quincy. Wilma worked for the United States Postal Service 25½ years, and was appointed Postmaster at Quincy Post Office March 1988, where she continued to work throughout her illness. Survivors include her husband, Gayle; six children: Crystal Meinhardt, Konnie Vaughn, Gayla Murphy, all of Lee’s Summit, Kendr Goucher, of Holden, Jason and Clint Dull of Quincy, and thirteen grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Miles and Opal (Lawler) Zumalt and a half sister, Clara Ellen (Zumalt) Hudgens. Services were Sunday, November 16, at Reser Funeral Home, Warsaw, MO, with burial in King’s Prairie Cemetery near Gerster. Edith Irene Biellier Redfearn, 89, of Springfield, passed away October 24, 2008. She was born in Bois D'Arc, Mo., October 27, 1918, to Christian Alvin and Martha Washington Brown Biellier. Her parents as well as one brother and three sisters all preceded her in death. She was a 1936, graduate of Halltown High School and attended business college in Springfield. On April 23, 1940, she married Homer Clyde "Pete" Redfearn in Ozark, Mo., and two daughters were born of this union. Pete and Irene celebrated 66 years together before Pete's passing in May 2006. Irene had a 30-year career with the city of Springfield, and enjoyed working many years in genealogy. She enjoyed volunteering for the American Cancer Society and loved to crochet and quilt, making many beautiful treasures for her family. Pete and Irene were long time members of Central Christian Church. Irene is survived by her daughters and spouses, Sharon Harris and husband Gene, and Jean Adams and husband Dan, all of Springfield; four grandchildren, Lisa Harris Belue and her husband, Dave of Fenton, Mo.; Valerie Rains French and her husband, Kevin; Jeff Harris, and Darin Rains, all of Springfield; one great-grandson, Alec Belue, Fenton, Mo.; several nieces and nephews, and other relatives and friends. Irene will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, October 27, 2008, in Hazelwood Cemetery with Carl Radford officiating, under the care of Gorman-Scharpf Brentwood Chapel. Friends may call anytime after 2 p.m. Sunday in the funeral home. Roy N. Fisher, age 94, of Red Oak, Iowa passed away Saturday, September 6, 2008 at the Montgomery County Memorial Hospital. Roy Newton Fisher was born November 5, 1913 in Pettis County, Missouri the son of Newton and Etta Mae (Marshall) Fisher. He attended country school through the seventh grade when he quit to help support the family of ten children. Roy was united in marriage to Ayliffe (Miller) Young on February 3, 1936 in Pettis County, Missouri. They had three daughters and farmed all of their married life. In the early 1940’s the family moved to Iowa and farmed near Stennett. In 1949, they moved to the Essex area and in 1957 bought their farm Northeast of Red Oak. In 1973, Roy was presented an Achievement Award in his district from the Iowa Soil Conservation Commission. Roy’s passion was to be a good steward of the land he cared for. Roy was a wonderful welder and was a good family man. He was also a longtime member of the Community of Christ Church in Shenandoah, Iowa. Roy was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers; five sisters; son-in-law: Gene Maher; and two granddaughters: Ashley and Brooke Maley. Survivors include his wife: Ayliffe Fisher of Red Oak; daughters: Donna Ross and husband Myron of Essex, IA; Mary Maher of Red Oak; and Ruth Miller and husband Wayne of Boggstown, IN; grandchildren: Cathy Shane and husband Jesse, Jolene Younggren and husband Brent, and Tom Ross and wife Lisa all of Essex; Doug Maher and wife Deb of Stanton, IA; Linda Pieken and husband Tim of Avoca, IA; Alicia Dominguez and husband Norman of Tempe, AZ; Julie Kennon and husband Mike of Atlantic, IA; Jeanne Artzer and husband Eric of Meridian, ID; Sherry Kennon and Scott Lukehart and wife Glenna all of Atlantic; Mike Lukehart and wife Lori and Dan Lukehart and wife Rachel all of Red Oak; 30 great grandchildren; 11 great great grandchildren; sister: Essie Rearick of La Monte, MO; and many other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held 2 PM Wednesday, September 10, 2008 at the Nelson-Boylan-LeRette Funeral Chapel. Burial will be in the Evergreen Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be held from 6-8 PM Tuesday, September 9, 2008 at the Nelson-Boylan-LeRette Funeral Chapel. Memorials are suggested to the Stanton Fire and Rescue or the Community of Christ Church. Nelson-Boylan-LeRette Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements. Unknown Publication, July 1923 Henry H. Capps Dr. G.W. Duncan of this place received a telegram Tuesday afternoon from Judsonia, Arkansas, stating that Henry H. Capps, formerly of this place, died Tuesday and would be buried there Wednesday. Mr. Capps was a brother of the late John Capps at one time a leading merchant of Iberia. He was also an uncle of Mrs. G.W. Duncan. The deceased we understand, was owner of a large tract of fine timber land near Judsonia. Ellouese Upton, 78, passed away on Aug. 12, 2008, at Mercy Hospital in Independence, Kan. She was born Dec. 15, 1929, in Locust, Mo., the daughter of Odes K and Doshia (Webster) Upton. Ellouese lived in the Kansas City area for over 30 years. A true adventurer, she also lived in Florida, Arizona, Washington, Alaska, Mexico, Missouri and Kansas. Ellouese is survived by her children, Gary Bennett, Kay Clark (Steve), Karen Rehm, Karol Bennett-Brandt (Tony), Kathy Breen, Katrina Bennett and Karla Backlund; her brothers, Doyn Upton (Tansy), Bobby Upton (Irene) and Ned Upton (Dorothy); her sister-in-law, Lourine Upton; 19 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Gene Upton and her daughter-in-law, Terri Bennett. In the last few months, Ellouese liked visiting with her friends and family and especially enjoyed her tomato and flower gardens and her cat, Angelica. She loved her books, music and paintings. Ellouese was an activist for a number of social issues, including peace and a sustainable planet. She was an inspiration to many and we miss her already. Memorial contributions in her name may be sent to Animal Haven. c/o Hillcrest Bank P.O. Box 413071, Kansas City, MO 64141-3071. A celebration of life for Ellouese will be held at the Matt Ross Community Center, 8101 Marty Street, Overland Park, Kan., on from 2:30 to 5 p.m. Sept. 6, 2008. John A. Zager, 86, of Kansas City, Kan., passed away Saturday, April 27, 2008, at the University of Kansas Hospital. Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, April 30, at the Skradski Funeral Home, 340 N. 6th St., Kansas City, Kan. Burial will follow in Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to the American Lung Association. Mr. Zager was born Dec. 13, 1921, to John and Antonia Zager in Kansas City, Kan. He had been employed at Missouri Plating Company, many years. He was a Catholic, a member of the Moose Lodge and a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. Mr. Zager was an avid gardener, dancer and had a fondness for music from the "big band" era. He was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce D. Zager. He is survived by three daughters, Sandra J. Cooper, Meridian, Miss., Victoria L. Verbenec, Shawnee, Kan., Donna M. Goforth, Jetmore, Kan.; sister, Dorothy Dercher, Kansas City, Kan.; five grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; special companion, Sondra Brown, Kansas City, Kan. Arrangements: Skradski Funeral Home, Kansas City, KS (913) 371-1404. Published in the Kansas City Star on 4/29/2008 Unknown Publication, March 1931 Priscilla Belk was born in Osage County, Missouri; died at her home a few miles north of Iberia March 24, 1931, at the age of 79 years. She was united in marriage to Henry Belk about the year 1869. He preceded her in death about two years ago. To this union ten children were born, all living except three. Those living are James, Miller, Pete, Ed. Mrs. Willie Hensley, Mrs. Dessie Prater and Miss Josie Belk. There were also 34 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. Mrs. Belk had lived on the farm where she passed away for over 50 years. She has been one of the old pioneer mothers and had more than her share of life's hardships and sorrows. She was indeed a faithful wife and a loving mother. She was laid to rest Wednesday by the side of her husband in the Schubert Cemetery near her home. Rev. C.W. Sooter conducted the services. Unknown Publication, October 1936 Joseph (Uncle Joe) Crismon, Civil War veteran and one of the last members of his company, died at his home at Meta at 3:45 o'clock Thursday afternoon (death certificate lists date as 15 Oct 1936). He was 93 years old. "Uncle Joe" as he was familiarly known, was born April 24, 1843, on a farm a mile and half west of Vienna in what was then Osage County and had lived in central Missouri all his life. During the Civil War, he served with the Union forces, his discharge papers showing he enlisted Aug. 15, 1862, and was discharged June 14, 1865. He was a member of Company M. Third Missouri Volunteer Cavalry. His death leaves but one surviving member of the company, "Colonel" John Ferguson of Iberia, who during the war served as a sergeant. Mr. Crismon was married Nov. 30, 1866, to Miss Caroline Lawson of the Lawson community in Miller County, seven children being born of this union. Mrs. Crismon died 30 years ago. After his marriage, "Uncle Joe" lived for a time on a farm in Maries County near Vienna. Later he moved to the Lawson School community near Iberia and lived there many years. He retired from active life in 1906 and moved to Meta where he made his home with two daughters, living there until his death. "Uncle Joe" was a member of the Methodist Church and for 50 years had been a member of the Masonic Order. He is survived by four children, Mrs. Sadie B. Wilson of Keystone, Okla., Misses Millie and Nancy Crismon of the home, and Fred P. Crismon of Russellville. Also surviving are eight grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren. Three children who preceded him in death are John A., Alfretta, and William M. Crismon. He also leaves one sister, Mrs. Nancy Arendall of near Brays. Funeral services were conducted at the home at 1:30 o'clock Saturday afternoon by Rev. C.M. Sooter of Tuscumbia with Masonic rites at the cemetery. Burial was in the Rowden Cemetery near Iberia. Roy L. Freeman Mr. Roy L. Freeman, age 84, of Collins, Mo., passed away Tuesday, July 15, 2008, in the Sac Osage Hospital, following a lengthy illness. He was born July 7, 1924, in Roscoe, Mo., to Thomas and Elfa (Belisle) Freeman. His parents; wife Bobbie Freeman; and brother, Tom Freeman, preceded him in death. He is survived by two sons, Dave Freeman and his wife, Lois, and Roy Freeman Jr. and his wife, Judy, all of Collins, Mo.; two daughters, Linda McDermott and her husband, Jim, and Stephanie Matoon and her husband, Tim, all of Denver, Colo.; two brothers, Wilber and Albert Freeman of Colorado; a sister, Viola of Oregon; nine grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; as well as numerous other relatives and friends. According to Roy's wishes, his body has been cremated, there will be a private family service at a later date. Friends and family may sign a guest book at www.greenlawnfuneralhome.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Pitts Chapel of Greenlawn Funeral Homes, Bolivar, Mo. RICHARD N. BOLLER 06/24/2008 Feb. 9, 1950-June 20, 2008 Memorial services were 2 p.m. Monday, June 23, in Montgomery-Viets Funeral Home with the Rev. Mark Boeding officiating. Leon McCoy gave the eulogy. Richard N. Boller, Hermitage, was born Feb. 9, 1950, the son of Robert O. and Margaret Boller. He died June 20, 2008, of pancreatic cancer. After serving in Vietnam, he met and married his wife of 32 years, Denise. He built his own business in the automotive and custom painting industry from the ground up. The most important things to him were his family and fishing. He enjoyed fishing in the Hermitage area and south Texas. He also enjoyed Pacific long range fishing. He took great pleasure in sharing his passion with family and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert. Survivors include his wife, Denise; his mother, Margaret; his two daughters: Sandra and husband, William Kueck, and Keri and husband, David Potter; and his grandchildren: Gavin and Alexandra Kueck. Bobby Gene Allen, son of Irvin and Willma Allen, was born July 21, 1939, in Cross Timbers, Mo. He passed away April 12, 2008, in Cox South Hospital, at the age of 68 years. Bob grew up in Hickory county, and graduated from Wheatland High School in 1957. He moved to Springfield in 1960, and worked for the Bob Krasser Service Station for 20 years. In 1981, he moved with his family to Colorado, where he lived until his return to Springfield, Mo., in 1996. Survivors include his daughters, Crystal and Shannon Day and Caitlin; step-children and families, Anna Valdez, Becky Simpson, Cindy Serrano and Tony Kirby, all of Colorado; brothers and sisters, Bill Allen, Bolivar, James Allen, Springfield, Bonny Arduser, Roscoe, Linda Howard, Louisburg and Teressa Harris, Weaubleau. Services will be Wednesday, April 16, at 1 p.m., in Greenlawn Funeral Home North. Visitation will be Tuesday, April 15, from 6 to 8 p.m. A brief graveside service will be held in Fairview (Butcher) Cemetery, Weaubleau, Mo., following the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to the funeral home. Earl Ball (July 23, 1928 - March 26, 2008) Francis Earl Ball was born July 23, 1928 near Humansville to Homer and Ollie Ball and passed away March 26, 2008 at Cox South Hospital in Springfield. On July 26, 1951 Earl married Helen Litle at Stockton. Earl and Helen had four children, Lois, Dennis Margie & Donna. Earl was preceded in death by his parents, four brothers - A.D., Gilbert, Robert and Gene, and his daughter Lois along with her husband Forest Daves and unborn child in a car accident in 1972. Earl is survived by his wife Helen of the home. Children - Dennis of Humansville, Margie and husband David Best of Collins, and Donna and husband Jim Snow of Harrisonville, Grandchildren - Jeff Snow and wife Jill of Parkville, Russell Ball and wife Tami of Collins, Beth Snow of Pleasant Hill, Roy Ball of Humansville, and Shayla Ball of Humansville, Great grandchildren, Tyler and Wyatt Ball, R.C Summers and Jamie Snow and was looking forward to 2 additional great grandchildren in May and July. Earl is also survived by his sister, Patsy and husband Harold Clark of Tunas and a host of family and friends. Earl drove a gas truck for Crawford Oil Co. for 20 years, then worked for the Mo. Highway Dept. for 20 years before retiring due to health problems. Earl spent many years doing tree work in the area along with his son and grandsons which are carrying on the tradition. Earl was well known throughout the area for his fine fiddle playing talents which he learned as a young man from his grandparents. In his retirement years he and Helen were able to pursue their love of music by attending many bluegrass festivals and music parties with his many friends. Earl accepted the Lord as his Savior in 1968 and was always in church when possible, serving as a deacon for many years and singing in the church choir. Earl was devoted to his wife and told her everyday how much he loved her. Earl also devoted his life to being a wonderful example to his family and others and was always ready to help anyone. Throughout his many health struggles the past 30 years, he never complained once, he just enjoyed his life as best he could and would cut up and tell jokes and stories to make everyone else feel better. Earl was a very kind, considerate and caring man who was admired and loved by all who knew him and will be greatly missed. Funeral services will be at 2:00 PM Sunday, March 30, 2008 at Humansville First Baptist Church with Rev. Ben Brown and Rev. Dan Good officiating. Interment will be in Humansville Cemetery under the direction of Murray Funeral Home, Humansville. Obituary Roger B. Wood was born January 14, 1942 in Louisville, Nebraska to Walter A. Wood and Martha Francis (Bird) Wood. He was the 8th of 10 children born to this union. He passed away July 30, 2014 at the CMH Health Care Facility in Bolivar, Missouri. He served his country in the United States Air Force from August of 1963 to April of 1964. While still in high school his firefighting career started serving in Osceola, Lowry City and as the fire chief in Collins. Roger worked for over 30 years at the Sac-Osage Hospital where he met his wife Sandi. He was known for his work as an EMT/Paramedic and a Phlebotomist at Sac-Osage. Roger was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He enjoyed spending time with his family and working at the fire department. He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Martha (Bird) Wood; 3 brothers, Howard, Keith, and Daryl; 4 sisters Deloris Bechel, Joyce Gow, Avis Tincknell, Sonja Sue Wood and his daughter, Sheila Rutledge. Roger is survived by his wife Sandi Wood, of the home; daughter, Angie and husband Ron Rowe of Bolivar; son, Troy Wood of Weaubleau; step-daughter Tammy Duffy and husband Josh of Eugene, Oregon; step-sons Michael Baker of Galmey, Clint Baker and wife Billie Jo, Todd Baker and Chad Baker of Collins 2 sisters, Ruth Jones, Lee’s Summit, Clarice Burrow and husband Jim of Osceola along with numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and many friends. Service: Date: August 7, 2014 Time: 10:00 am Service Location: Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel Interment: Springfield, MO Veterans Cemetery Lionel Edward Lear went to heaven to celebrate his birthday. Lionel was born on March 11, 1932, in his home near Flemington, Mo., to Royal and Gettie Lear. He passed away at 11:20 p.m. on March 10, 2008, in Cox South Hospital in Springfield, Missouri. The family moved to Pipestone, Minnesota, when he was two years old. He went to school in Ihlen, Minnesota, through the fifth grade. Then Lionel and his brother Stanley came to live with their aunt and uncle, Leonard and Ethel Floyd in Flemington, Missouri, where he finished grade school at Union. Lionel did not have the opportunity to go to high school. His education came from working for his Uncle Leonard on the farm, learning so much from him about horses and cattle and how to know a good one when he saw one. This encouraged him to purchase his own farm later in life in Humansville which provided him years of enjoyment and relaxation. At the age of 18, Lionel went to work for Ford Motor Company in Kansas City, Missouri. He met Arlene Dull through a mutual acquaintance, Charles Winfiel. They enjoyed going to movies and church where Arlene played the piano. In 1954, Lionel was saved in a revival at New Hope Baptist Church in Independence, Missouri. He is a member of the First Baptist Church in Humansville, Missouri. On May 29, 1955, Lionel was married to Arlene Dull and they lived in Kansas City for 11 years while he worked for the factory during the day and a used car dealer in the evening. Lionel and Arlene purchased the Ford agency in 1964 in Bolivar, Missouri. Uncle Leonard was so proud of Lionel when he bought the agency. Uncle Leonard loved to come and visit at the agency each Saturday. They operated it until 1970 when he built the B & L Farm Store in Humansville. In 1973, he and his brother Stan built the Cattlemen Auction Company on the same property as the farm store. They attended auctioneer school and ran the auction until 1979. In addition to the auction company, he and Arlene owned and operated Lear Insurance and L & L Quick Shop in Humansville and Lakewood Estates Mobile Home Park in Bolivar. They purchased the George Dimmitt Memorial Hospital and renovated it into an alcohol and rehabilitation center and later changed it to Lakeshores Residential Care Center. In 1991, they started the Bolivar Gun and Pawn and Humansville Gun and Pawn, which are both still in operation today along with the insurance agencies in Humansville and Bolivar. He was a Humansville School board member for 12 years, a current board member of the Polk County Mutual Insurance Company in Bolivar, Missouri, and the treasurer of the Polk County Republican Central Committee. He has continued to stay active in the Cattlemen's Association. Lionel was an avid hunter. He loved to hunt quail and pheasant. Another hobby was the walking horses that he mostly trained himself. He had the top point amateur walking horse for Missouri in 1967. He won both the Sedalia State Fair and the American Royal. He showed his horse "Big Red" 33 times and won 32 blue ribbons and one red ribbon. He was always proud of that accomplishment. He loved the horses and when all the relatives would come on Sunday afternoons, he always let them ride for pleasure. The pride of his life was when Justin and Shanda came into their lives. Justin and Shanda have given him six grandchildren that he loved so very much. He always thought they were the smartest and prettiest grandchildren of all. Lionel was diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma in 2002 at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Joseph Furst was his family doctor who diagnosed him and was so good about keeping in touch to see how he was progressing and we owe him so much for that extra care. Not only was he Lionel's family doctor, but he became a good friend. Dr. Furst sent him to the best specialist for the disease who was Dr. Morie Gertz the oncologist. He was also cared for by Dr. Alex Pfueger the urologist. When he was first diagnosed, they told him he would have about three years. By doing exactly as the doctors advised and the outstanding care he was given by the Mayo Clinic doctors, it added over three years to his life. Surviving are his wife Arlene Lear, of the home; his son Justin and Kenya of Ellinwood, Kan.; grandchildren, Talene, Austin Damon and Jalyn; his daughter, Shanda and Phil of Humansville, Mo., grandchildren, Tyler and Sydney; his mother, Mrs. Gettie Lear of Humansville, Mo.; two brothers, Stanley and Velma Lear of Humansville, Mo., and Marshall Lear of Salt Lake City, Utah; five sisters, Ramona and Duane Weinkauf of Jasper, Minn., Shirley and Dr. Evan Mangelson of Lehi, Utah, Andrey and David Paulson of Orem, Utah, Bettie and Roger Wright of Weaubleau, Mo., and Mary and George Mecham of Santaquin, Utah. Lionel was preceded in death by his father, Royal Lear Sr.; brother Royal Lear Jr.; and sister Barbara Bryner. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 15, 2008, at 1:30 p.m. in Butler Funeral Home, Bolivar, Mo., with the Rev. Charles D. Good officiating. Musical soloist will be Paul Baldwin with Claudia Williams as the pianist. Musical selections will be "I'm Already There", "Daddy's Hands" and "The Lord's Prayer". Casketbearers will be Austin Lear, Tyler Lear, Damon Fisk, Phil Hubbard, Gayle Dull, Larry Denton, Steve Lear, Garry Floyd, Les Morris and James Taylor. Honorary casketbearers will be all of his friends at Gina's Trading Post, Nifty Cafe, and Baker's A-Frame Cafe. Also some special people to be mention are Wendell Burchett, Charles Floyd and Roger Wright. In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial contributions be sent in Lionel's memory to the Humansville Senior Center Building Fund, 125 S. Ohio, Humansville, MO 65674. Friends may sign the guest book or send private condolences at www.butlerfuneral home.com. From the Ozark County Times, 22 Feb 2008: Steve Shepperd, 55, of Gainesville, died Feb. 11, 2008, at Ozarks Medical Center in West Plains. Mr. Shepperd was born Dec. 11, 1952, in Fort Worth, Texas, the son of Paul and Josephine (Wells) Shepperd. He and Holly McCoy were married Oct. 26, 1996, in Fort Worth. Mr. Shepperd is survived by his wife, Holly. He was preceded in death by his parents. Clinkingbeard Funeral Home, Gainesville, directors. From the Ozark County Times, 22 Feb 2008: A memorial service for Mack LaJoie Leonard, 66, of Caulfield, was held Wednesday, Feb. 20, at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Gaines-ville. Mr. Leonard died Feb. 18, 2008, at Baxter Regional Medical Center in Mountain Home, Ark. He was one of Jehovah’s Witnesses. He had been a maintenance worker at MacCarran International Airport and was a veteran of the United States Air Force. Mr. Leonard is survived by his wife, Darline Leonard; his mother, Ida Hedge of Caulfield; four sons, Michael Leonard and his wife, Diana, Marvin Leonard and his wife, Karla, and Jacob Leonard, all of Las Vegas, Nev., and Donald Leonard and his wife, Deborah, of Alton; two daughters, Maxine Foster and her husband, Ron, of Charleston, W.V., and Deborah McDuffee of Caulfield; sisters, Kay Morelock and her husband, Tom, of Oroville, Calif., Fern Leonard and Frankie Potts and her husband, Ed, all of Caulfield; and his stepfather, Frank Leonard of Bakersfield. Kirby and Family Funeral and Cremation Services, Mountain Home, directors. From the Ozark County Times, 22 Feb 2008: Funeral services for Lowell B. Stewart, 80, of Wasola, were held Feb. 13 at Clinkingbeard Funeral Home in Ava with the Rev. Stan Collins and Don Bradshaw officiating. Burial was in the Oak Grove Cemetery in Wasola. Mr. Stewart died Feb. 7, 2008. He was born May 19, 1927, in Elmo, the son of Homer and Martha Elizabeth (Nance) Stewart. He and June Daniel were married Sept. 1, 1953, at Wasola. He was a U.S. Army veteran, having served during World War II and the Korean Conflict. He was a life-long resident of the area and attended church at Romance and Faith Life Church in Branson. He was a minister and farmer. Mr. Stewart enjoyed music and started playing the mandolin when he was 5 years old. He was well-known for making mandolins by hand. Mr. Stewart is survived by his wife, June; two daughters, Judy Horner of Forsyth and Rebecca Creasy of Marshfield; two sons, Lowell “Buddy” Stewart II and Daniel Stewart, both of Wasola; eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; one sister, Ruth Britzman of Jackson; and many more relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters; and three brothers. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association, St. Jude’s Hospital or Gideon Inter-national. Online condolences may be left at www.clinkingbeardfuneralhome.com. Clinkingbeard Funeral Home, Ava, directors. From the Ozark County Times, 22 Feb 2008: Funeral services for Robert Edward Soderberg, 78, of Theodosia, were held Monday, Feb. 17 at Clinkingbeard Funeral Home in Gainesville with Tom Cantrell officiating. Burial was in the Lutie Cemetery at Theodosia. Mr. Soderberg died Feb. 14, 2008, at his home. He was born July 3, 1929, in Rockford, Ill., the son of Henry and Ethel Soderberg. He and his wife Valetta were married March 10, 1989, in Eagle River, Wis. He was a veteran, having served in the U.S. Navy from 1946 to 1951. He worked as a carpenter in Aurora, Ill. He was also an auto mechanic and service station manager in Aurora and DeKalb, Ill. He was a member of Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Church and the Tiger Athletic Club in Aurora. Mr. Soderberg is survived by his wife, Valetta; one daughter, Diane Achuff of Land O’Lakes, Wis.; two sons, Jeffrey Soderberg and his wife, Jane, of Glen Ellyn, Ill., and Gregory Soderberg and his wife, Cherie, of Eden Prairie, Minn.; 29 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; four step-children, Richard Lamb, Lynn Marie Jones and Judy Springstein, all of Davenport, Iowa, and Pamela Foster of Silvis, Ill.; two brothers, Kenneth Soderberg and his wife, Hanne, of Hampshire, Ill., and Ray Soderberg and his wife, Gayle, of Belvidere, Ill.; one sister, Colleen Zahm of Bonita Springs, Fla.; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his first wife of 32 years, Esther (Peters) Soderberg, and his parents. Clinkingbeard Funeral Home, Gainesville, directors. From the Ozark County Times, 22 Feb 2008: Memorial services for Melvin Wayne Williamson, 72, of Gainesville, will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 23 at the VFW Post in Isabella. Mr. Williamson died Feb. 15, 2008, at Ozarks Medical Center in West Plains. He was born Dec. 23, 1935, in Nottinghill, the son of Kenneth C. and Jencie (Newman) Williamson. He was a retired seaman, having served in the U.S. Navy. Mr. Williamson is survived by eight brothers and sisters, Raymond Williamson of Nottinghill, Charles O. Williamson and Verle Williamson, both of Theodosia, Marcia R. Baxley of Gainesville, Calvin Williamson of Oklahoma City, Eudine Williamson of Forsyth and Veta Cook and Yvonne Keeny, both of Kansas City, Kan. He was preceded in death by his parents. Clinkingbeard Funeral Home, Gainesville, directors.
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