ST. JOSEPH – Glenda “Sue” Caton, 77, passed away Monday, April 1, at a local health care facility.
Sue was born July 25, 1936 to Glenn and Sara (Hoskins) Fisher in St. Joseph. She was a 1954 graduate of Benton High School. Sue worked as Assistant Vice President at Farmer’s State Bank in St. Joseph, and later as a Clerk at Buchanan County Courthouse from which she retired. She later worked part time as a receptionist for Dr. Remis and Dr. Moeller and as an election poll worker for Buchanan County.
She was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church where she was also a member of United Methodist Women.
Sue loved shopping and spending time with her grandchildren. She took pride in her church family and enjoyed giving to others.
Preceding her in death are her parents and her husband Robert.
Survivors include: daughters, Kim Bowen and Tammie Dame; her fiancé’ Craig Burnes; sister, Pam DeRoin Campbell; three grandchildren, Jordan Dame, Cody and Kyle (Amber) Swartz; two great-grandchildren, Caton and Mackenzie Swartz, all of St. Joseph; and numerous nieces, nephews and several cousins.
Funeral Service will be 11 a.m. Friday, at Clark-Sampson Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Rev. Jim Barnett officiating. Visitation will be after 2 p.m. Thursday at Clark-Sampson Funeral Home, where family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m.
Memorials are suggested to Alzheimer’s Association or American Diabetes Association.
Online obituary and condolences at www.clarksampson.com

ST. JOSEPH – Raymond Benedict Derks, 69, died Wednesday, April 2, 2014, at Abbey Woods Living and Rehab Center.
Raymond was born June 25, 1944, in Maryville, Mo., to Raymond T. and Gertrude A. Lager Derks. He formerly was an employee of the NOCOMO Workshop in Maryville.
Raymond was a member of the St Columba Catholic Church, Conception Jct., Mo.
He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Louise Rogers.
Survivors inlcude: brothe, Marvin (Helen) Derks, Maryville; three sisters: Dorothy (Jim) Jermain, Wathena, Kan.; Elaine (Curley) Hamilton, Eureka Springs, Ark.; Lucille (Paul) Frampton, Branson, Mo.; brother-in-law Carl Rogers, Maryville; several nieces, nephews, cousins and his extended group home family.
A Parish Rosary will be held at 5 p.m., Friday, April 4, 2014, at St. Columba Catholic Church, Conception Jct., followed by a visitation from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be 9 a.m., Saturday, April 5, 2014, also at St. Columba Catholic Church, with burial in St. Columba Cemetery, Conception.
Memorials may be made to Kendallwood Hospice, 443 South Belt Hwy, St. Joseph MO 64506. www.pricefuneralhomemaryville.com

MARYVILLE, Mo. – Paul Wendall Fuller, 98, died Tuesday, April 1, 2014, at his home in Maryville.
Paul was born February 11, 1916, in Clearmont, Mo., to Moses and Vera Harper Fuller. Paul and Luella Holbrook were married May 30, 1940, in Oregon, Mo., and in May would have celebrated their 74 year anniversary.
Paul was a graduate of Clearmont High School. Paul was a dairy farmer. Upon retirement from farming he was employed by Gray’s Truck Stop in Maryville.
Paul was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Maryville, a 53 year member of Xenia Lodge #50 AF & AM, Hopkins, Mo., Moila Shrine, St. Joseph, for 61 years and Scottish Rite Bodies.
Preceding him in death were his parents; and brothers: Merlin, Keith, Ralph, Marvin and Lyle Fuller; and sister-in-law Dorothy Fuller.
Paul is survived by his wife Luella “Lou” Fuller of the home in Maryville; daughter Beverly Thompson, Maryville; son Gary (Terry) Fuller, St Joseph, nephew Steven (Sheryl) Holbrook, Independence, Missouri; grandchildren: Jeff (Kristine) Thompson, San Luis Obispo, Calif.; Tim (Diana) Thompson, Maryville; Melanie (Kelly) Taylor, Villisca, Iowa; Jody Owens, Des Moines, Iowa; Jenny Bollinger, Creston, Iowa; Dustin Fuller, Topeka, Kan.; Jason (Jesica Gregersen) Holbrook, Independence; Andy (Erika) Holbrook, Kansas City, Mo., and Brian Holbrook, Independence; 17 great-grandchilcren; sisters-in-law: Nadene, Anabelle, Opal and Beverly Fuller.
Visitation will be from 1 to 2 p.m., Friday, April 4, 2014, at the First United Methodist Church, Maryville.
Funeral Services will be 2 pm, Friday, April 4th, also at the First United Methodist Church.
Burial will be in Nodaway Memorial Gardens, Maryville.
Memorials may be made to the First United Methodist Church or SSM Hospice, Maryville. www.pricefuneralhomemaryville.com

OLATHE, Kan. – Carl Henry Moll, Jr., 91, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on March 30, 2014 after a short illness.
He leaves behind a legacy and our hearts are full of memories of great times together. Carl was born in St. Joseph, the son of Carl H. Moll, Sr. and Lottie (Hawk) who preceded him in death. Carl graduated from Central High School in 1941 and was involved in many activities including football, Army ROTC and the Brush and Pencil Club.
Carl married Mildred (Prather) Moll on March 4, 1942 and she preceded him in death in 2004 after celebrating 62 years of marriage.
He is survived by his sister, Alma Wing, Wichita, Kan.; daughters, Carol Harper (Thomas), Bentonville, Ark.,s and Janet Moll, Lincoln, Kan.; three grandchildren, Anneliese (Corey)Ebaben-Cothern, Hopkinsville, Ky., Andre (Kristin Phelps) Ebaben, Jr, Lincolnville, Kan., and Anthony (Emily Devlin) Ebaben, Olathe; eight great-grandchildren, Omar, Isrrael, Juleein, Mitchael, Austin, Andrew, Kayla and Khloey.
Carl retired in 1986 after 36 of employment with Honeywell (formerly Bendix Corporation). He was a life member of the American Society of Metals, Overland Park Kiwanis Club, and the Dwight Cowles American Legion Post of Overland Park.
Inducted into the Army during World War II at Ft. Devens, Massachusetts, served as a Corporal in the 776th Anti-Aircraft Artillery, AW Battalion 49th Brigade and participated in the Normandy Invasion on Utah Beach and Battle of the Bulge. In post-war Germany, he was a player on an American football exhibition team. Pre and post war Carl and Mildred lived in Springfield, Mass., where he started his career in heat treating and metallurgy.
Carl left a lasting impression on his many co-workers, friends, and neighbors. He will be remembered for his stories, wanting to know where people were from, and finding something in common with all those met. He enjoyed fishing, softball, camping, bowling, and sports including the Royals, Chiefs, KU, and KSU. In the 1960’s and 70’s he was a manager and coach for his daughter Janet’s softball team. Carl served as Democratic Party Committeeman while a resident of Overland Park.
Please join our family in prayer knowing dad has been welcomed home to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
In lieu of flowers, those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to the Overland Park Kiwanis Club or Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care.
Services: 1 p.m., Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. he family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com

ST. JOSEPH – Bill Chaney, 87, died unexpectedly Tuesday, April 1, 2014 at Heartland Regional Medical Center.
He was born June 14, 1926 to James and Grace (Lederer) Chaney. He married Bettilou Reichman in 1949. Two children were born to that union, William “Preston” and Rachel LuAnne. Bill and Bettilou were married for 33 years before her death in 1982. He later married Peggy Horseman in 1987 and she preceded him in death in 2007.
Bill graduated from Nieve, High Prairie, Delia High School and McWilliams Mortuary School, Kansas City, Kan. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy on the USS Olmstead during WWII. Bill was an embalmer for 30 years at Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory and also Clark Sampson Funeral Home and later worked at St. Joseph Memorial Park for 15 years as Family Service Supervisor.
Bill was a member of the King Hill Lodge No. 376, A.F.& A.M.; King Hill Chapter No. 147, R.A.M.; Thirty-Second Degree Scottish Rite Mason; Moila Shrine; Hyde Valley United Methodist Church; Southside Lions Club since 1950; Lake County Improvement Association; Southside Progressive Association, and Pony Express Post #359, American Legion #359.
He was also preceded in death by his parents and his siblings, Lila Pearl Chaney and Henry Glen Chaney.
Survivors: his children, William “Preston” Chaney and LuAnne (Dan) Garvin and grandchildren, Claire Frances Garvin, Patrick Preston (Aubrey) Garvin, and Rachel Lauren Chaney.
Services: 3 p.m., Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory. Interment Memorial Cemetery. The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m., Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory. Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to InterServ Mobile Meals, P.O. Box 4038, St. Joseph, MO 64504 or Southside Lions Club, 1803 North 31st, St. Joseph, MO 64506. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com

ST. JOSEPH – Charles Edward “Eddie” Downs, 45, died Friday, March 28, 2014 at Heartland Regional Medical Center.
He was born January 22, 1969 to William and Rosie (Wilson) Downs in Kingsburg, Calif. He married Sandy Best on September 23, 1989. She survives of the home.
Eddie was a Pro-Wrestler from 1989-1999. He wrestled as Hot Stuff Eddie Davis the West Coast Sizzler. He loved his family more than anything. Charles was also a Christian that loved to fish, play bass guitar and have big BBQ’s.
Mr. Downs had a gospel group called Holy Smoke Revival and toured over the United States. He used to own UCWA which was his own wrestling federation. He was preceded in death by his sister, Darlene Downs; and daughter, Rhaiannon Nicole.
Additional Survivors: sons, Keith, Jacob and William; daughter, Rachel and fiancé, Trevor; son, Jaden; parents; brother, Jodie Downs (Tina); nieces, Amanda and Heather; and nephews, Christian and Jeff.
Services: 1 p.m., Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends 5 to 7 p.m., Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory, where friends may call after 4 p.m., Thursday. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

ST. JOSEPH – Dustin L. Hunt, 43, died Saturday, March 29, 2014 at his home.
He was born November 8, 1970 to William and Ila Sue (Amos) Hunt in St. Joseph.
He was a singer/songwriter and traveled the country with his father as the singing duo “Pair of Aces”. While traveling on his own he performed at The Grand Ole Opry and was a member of the Kansas Country Music Hall of Fame. His performance reflected his love of traditional country music, especially when singing Hank Williams songs with his father. He was a very gifted musician and even looked the part having appeared on National TV and winning a Hank Williams look – alike contest.
He was preceded in death by his father.
Survivors: mother, Sue Hunt; brothers, Ken Nold and Sheldon Nold; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Care provided by Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the American Diabetes Association. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com

ST. JOSEPH – Norma L. Spencer, 76, died Monday, March 31, 2014 at a local healthcare facility.
She was born July 17, 1937 to John and Lillie (Alexander) Cohrs in Gallatin, Mo.
Norma attended Jameson, Mo., grade school through the 9th grade. She attended high school in Randall, Iowa, Stewartsville, Mo., and finished her Junior and Senior years at Osborn, Mo., graduating with the class of 1955. Norma was a star basketball player who played the position of center guard. She later attended business school in Omaha, Neb. While there she gave her life to the Lord at the age of 18 at the 1st Christian Church.
Upon returning home, she went to work for Hallmark Cards in Kansas City. It was on a weekend visit home that she met Dennis on a blind date. After a weekend of romance of 11 months, they were married on August 18, 1956 at the 1st Christian Church in St. Joseph.
They lived in Clarksdale renting a home until 1959 when they purchased a farm. A good place to live but not large enough to support a family, Dennis continued to work at Quaker Oats. In 1957 their first son, Dennis W., was born. Later in 1958 son Steven was born and in 1962 Alan. Out growing their small house, they applied for an FHA loan and was approved in 1968. It was one of the happiest days of her life.
Norma was a stay at home mom. She also raised a large garden, canned to help feed the family, and painted every building on the farm including the new house inside and out. After the boys were in school, she would take on part-time jobs such as painting the school gym, managing the Lions Club Café, and cooking for its members. She worked three days a week at Arnold’s Grocery for eight years and ran the Clarksdale Café until the bank closed. By that time the school had already closed so there wasn’t much left of the small town.\
In 1987 a 50 year old grandmother went back to school. Always liking to mess with hair, she enrolled in the St. Joseph Beauty University and graduated with a perfect attendance. She later opened the “Back Door Salon” in her home where she worked part-time.
Norma was a member of Central Christian Church and Treasurer of St. Joseph Evening Garden Club. In her spare time she enjoyed her yard and flowers, gardening with her cousin, Donna, reading, and playing cards with friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and son, Alan.
Survivors: husband, Dennis, St. Joseph, Missouri; sons, Dennis W. Spencer, Clarksdale, Missouri and Steven Spencer, St. Joseph, Missouri; two grandchildren, Jamie Bailey (Shane) and Kristin Kungler (Blaine); and three great-grandchildren.
Services: 10 A.M. Thursday, Central Christian Church. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to American Cancer Society. Mrs. Spencer will be removed from Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory to arrive at the church one hour prior to the service. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com

WHITE CLOUD, Kan. – Shirley J. Reno, 74, died Tuesday, April 1, 2014 at Sparks Regional Medical Center in Fort Smith, Ark.
She was born March 9, 1940 to Virgil and Willa (Horton) Short in Sedalia, Mo.
She married Raymond C. Reno on August 4, 1962. He preceded her in death on March 16, 2013. Shirley graduated from Central High School. She was an honorary member of the Iowa Tribe of Kansas and Nebraska and former princess. She was also a dance instructor with Arthur Murray in St. Joseph, Omaha and Kansas City.
Mrs. Reno enjoyed spending time with her many grandchildren.
She was also preceded in death by her parents; and brother, Virgil “Buck” Short, Jr.
Survivors: son, James Rhodd (Linda); daughters, Kimberly Moore and Kristen Reno; twelve grandchildren; fifteen great-grandchildren; sister, Joan Roumas (Bill); sister-in-law, Norma Short; and niece, Beverly Davis (Jim).
Services: 3 p.m., Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m., Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory. Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to the American Diabetes Association. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.