Dr. Frederick J. “Jim” Marston
1931-2016

Dr. Frederick James Marston Jr. (Jim), 84, died Sunday January, 24, 2016 in the comfort of his home with his family after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease.
He was born January 29, 1931, in Boonville, Missouri, son of Frederick and Alva Lee Marston. He is a graduate of Kemper Military School, University of Missouri and their two year medical school, and finished his education at the University of Louisville medical school.
He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Patricia Anne Carr of Mexico Mo. Three Children, Rick Marston (his wife Valissa) of Kansas City, Dr. Sarah Marston, PhD of Bethesda, Maryland, and Michael Marston (his wife Sylvia) of Littleton, Colorado and five Grandchildren – Claire, Emma, Lily, Nate and Micki.
After graduating Medical School, he joined the US Army and was stationed at Brooke Army Medical Center, where he interned and completed a residency in OB/GYN. After serving 3 years in Heidelberg and Landstuhl Germany, he retired from the military and joined the Thompson, Brumm, Knepper Clinic in St. Joseph. In 1987, he co-founded St Joseph Women’s Health, a private practice in OB/GYN.
He was president of the Kansas City OB/Gyn Society, the American College of OB/GYN, was a life member of the Medical Society of Vienna, Austria, the AMA Buchannan County Medical Society, the Missouri State Medical Society and a member of Sigma Nu fraternity. Jim supported scouting and was a member of Mic-O-Say the honor camping society of Camp Geiger.
He was a member of the First Presbyterian church, and volunteered as a physician at the Social Welfare Board after his retirement.
Jim loved Golf, Mizzou Sports and supporting the St. Joseph Medical Community. Jim was a loving husband, father and grandfather.
Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Saturday, First Presbyterian Church. The family will gather with friends following the service at the church. The family requests that donations be made to the First Presbyterian Church of St. Joseph. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Sandy “Moo Moo” Dykes
1942-2016

Sandy “Moo Moo” Dykes, 74, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Sunday, January 24, 2016 at her home surrounded by her loving family.
She was born January 14, 1942 in St. Joseph, Missouri.
Sandy graduated from Benton High School Class of 60’ and Missouri Western State College Class of 73’. Throughout her life she worked at many places including the St. Joseph State Hospital, UCP, St. Joe Sheltered Workshop, Progressive Community Service and lastly CRR.
She loved to play Keno at the Casino and her online games, enjoyed fishing and adored her grandkids.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Gerald and Kathryn (Caton) Cook; and sister, Donna Peacock.
Survivors include her life partner, Martha C. Goodding; children, Susan Gaudreau (Stephen) and Scott Dykes; grandchildren, Melissa Hawley (Tony Dominguez), Alexandra Collins (Brandon) and Tabatha Auxier; great-grandchildren, Dominic, Jordan, Sammi, Myley, Dallas, Hunter and Cory; brother, Jerry Cook; Greg Organ (Regina), whom she thought of as a son; and extended CRR family.
Farewell Services 3:00 P.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Inurnment Whispering Pines Cremation Garden at St. Joseph Memorial Park. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to CRR. The family asks that if you plan to attend the service that you bring a Mylar balloon to take part in the balloon release. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

James O. “Jim” Key
1943-2016

James O. “Jim” Key, 72, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Monday, January 25, 2016 at his home.
He was born April 30, 1943 in Memphis, Tennessee.
Jim married Charlaine Farrow on October 24, 1964.
He proudly served in the United States Navy and enjoyed playing cards.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Otis Key and Mabel (Rogers) Melancon; sisters, Ann Melancon and Geraldine Giovengo; and brothers, Russell and Joe Key.
Survivors include wife, Charlaine; daughter, Amy Wilson (Brady); grandchild, Charlie Wilson; sister, Charlotte Gilliland (Ben); brother, Terry Melancon (Barbara); step-father, Aubrey Melancon; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Graveside Farewell Services & Inurnment 10:00 A.M. Saturday, Memorial Park Cemetery. Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to KU Cancer Society. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Harold R. Johnson
1933-2016

Harold R. Johnson, 82, Clarksdale, Missouri passed away Sunday, January 24, 2016 at Mosaic Life Care.
He was born June 2, 1933 in St. Joseph, Missouri.
Harold married Esther Romberger June 4, 1955. She preceded him in death on January 5, 2011.
He proudly served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict.
Harold was a member of Clarksdale Christian Church and was an avid gardener, carpenter, electrician, plumber, mechanic and cook. He always looked for ways to help his neighbors.
He was also preceded in death by his parents, Carl and Norma (Lent) Johnson; two brothers, Charles and Ronnie Johnson; and son-in-law, Robert Albers.
Survivors include children, Tom Johnson (Suzy), Panama City Beach, Florida, Betty Albers, Stewartsville, Missouri and Norman Johnson (Dee), St. Joseph, Missouri; grandchildren, Lauren, Caleb, Thomas, Nathan, Keara and David; six great-grandchildren; brother, Leland Johnson (Gail); numerous nieces and nephews; sister-in-law, Venita Johnson.
Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory, where friends may call after 3:00 P.M. Thursday. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Karan Sue Miller
1944-2016

Karan Sue Miller, 71, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Monday, January 25, 2016 at a local healthcare facility.
She was born August 9, 1944 in St. Joseph, Missouri.
She was a school bus driver for Davis Bus Company and had also been a beautician.
Karan was a member of Patee Park Baptist Church and attended Green Valley Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Godfrey and Albertina (Davis) Miller; and brothers, Jerry and Warner Miller.
Farewell Services 3:00 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may call after 9:00 A.M. Thursday. Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to InterServ or Hospice Advantage. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Jaron F. Montemayor
1977-2016

Jaron F. Montemayor, 38, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away unexpectedly Saturday, January 23, 2016 at his home.
He was born April 10, 1977 in St. Joseph.
Mr. Montemayor graduated from Central High School, class of 1995. He attended New Mexico State University where he earned a degree in Philosophy and later attended Missouri Western State University where he earned a degree in English Technical Writing.
He worked at Ventura Foods and was also a freelance web designer. Jaron loved reading and writing, playing the piano, music and drawing. He was very passionate about political activism and human rights.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Albert and Wilma Townsend Montemayor; maternal grandfather, Richard L. Marlowe, Jr.; father, Keith A. Montemayor; and aunt, Diana K. Marlowe.
Survivors include his sons, Cameron and Jackson Montemayor; mother, Linda Marlowe-Reiley; sister, Brean Reiley; maternal grandmother, Mary Lou Marlowe; and numerous cousins and extended family.
Farewell Services at a later date. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions to the funeral home to defray funeral expenses. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.