Thomas J. Almanza
1948-2016

Thomas J. Almanza, 68, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Thursday, October 6, 2016 at his home.
He was born March 28, 1948 in St. Joseph MO.
Thomas married Jane Holbert on May 31, 1986.
He was a maintenance worker and enjoyed spending time playing pool.
Thomas was preceded in death by his parents; Thomas and Margaret Almanza (Williams).
Survivors include wife, Jane; sisters, Yvonne Almanza, Delores Griffin (George); brothers, Freddy and Terry Almanza.
Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 A.M. Thursday, St. Joseph Cathedral Catholic Church. Parish Rosary 5:00 P.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory, where the family will gather with friends 6:30 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Inurnment Mount Olivet Cemetery 2:00 P.M. Friday. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Johnny Lee Nattier
10/07/2016-10/07/2016

Johnny Lee Nattier, infant son of Johnny Nattier, and Amy Stocking was stillborn on Friday, October 7, 2016 at Mosaic Life Care.
Although Johnny Lee never spent any time with us on this earth. He was loved very much and touched many lives.
Additional survivors include siblings, Spencer Riddle, Dakota Nattier, Makenzie Nattier, and Addalyn Stocking, grandfather, Arnie Stocking. Grandmother,Vereanna Stocking; Uncles; Jason Valentine, James Nattier. Great Aunt and Uncles, Keith Vickers, Phillip and Sandy Vickers, Along with many other loving family members.
Farewell Services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Inurnment will be held in Memorial Park Cemetery directly after the survice. In lieu of flowers, donations would be appreciated to assist the family with Little Johnny Lee’s unexpected passing. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Brian Dean Davis Sr.
1962-2016

Brian Dean Davis Sr. 53, of Atchison, Kansas, passed away Friday, October 7, 2016 in North Kansas City, MO hospice house. He was born October 30, 1962 in Niagra Falls, NY. He graduated from Yerington High School, Yerington, NV. He served in the United States Army, He worked at Leavenworth Federal Penitentiary as Lieutenant 11. He was a Free Mason, an antique collector, and a Civil War buff. He loved his three Weiner dogs, Pepper, Buddy, and Boo, and he was a Christian. Brian was preceded in death by mother, Helen West. Survivors include, father Terrance Cooper of Shelton WA, two sons, Alan Davis of Saint Joseph, MO, and Brian (Crystal) Davis, Jr. of Manchester, NH, two sisters, Dana Carey of Roseville, CA, and Donna Stafford of Reno, NV. A Graveside Inurnment service with Military honors will be conducted at 12:30 PM Friday at the Leavenworth National Cemetery. Arrangements Rupp Funeral Home.

Alfred Wayne Stevenson
1937-2016

Alfred Wayne Stevenson, 78, of St. Joseph, passed away Friday, October 7, 2016 at Mosaic Life Care with his soul mate, Janet by his side.
Wayne was born November 11, 1937 in St. Joseph. He attended Lafayette High School. In 2011, he retired from the St. Joseph School District. Wayne loved hunting and fishing.
Preceding him in death are his parents; siblings, Bob, Ronnie, Maford, Beverly and Marilyn.
Survivors include, his soul mate, Janet Schrupp; siblings, Jerry and Phyllis; his three buddies, Barney, Maggie and Ruby.
Mr. Stevenson has been cremated under the care of Clark-Sampson Funeral Home. A private memorial service will be held at a later date.

Cathleen Rose James
1943-2016

Cathleen Rose James, 73, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Friday, October 7, 2016 at Mosaic Life Care Hospital. She was born September 29, 1943 in Memphis, TN, daughter of Katherine and John Whalen. She graduated from Convent of The Sacred Heart High School in St. Joseph, and attended one year of college. She was a Homemaker, who enjoyed crossword puzzles, and her Cat – Maggie. She was a Catholic. Cathleen was preceded in death by father, John D Whalen and brother, Bob Whalen. Survivors include, Mother, Katherine Whalen of St. Joseph, six children: Pamela L James, Sean Michael James, Timothy “Tim” James, Michael James, Kelly Sprague, David “Andy” Andrew Trent all of St. Joseph, MO, 13 grandchildren, numerous great grand children, six brothers, Mike, Bill, Tim, Tom, Dennis, and Joe Whalen, and one sister, Susan Whalen-Sanders. Funeral Services will be conducted at 10:00 AM on Thursday, October 13, 2016 at Rupp Funeral Home with Father Evan Harkins officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Wednesday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Memorials are requested to the Cathleen James Memorial Fund.

Ann Elizabeth Conway
1950-2016

Ann Elizabeth Conway, 66, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Friday, October 7, 2016 at Mosaic Life Care.
She was born September 23, 1950 to Lorin and H. Elizabeth (Gorham) Dunham in Council Bluffs, Iowa.
Ann worked as a Social Worker for the Missouri Division of Family Services.
Ann was preceded in death by her parents; and son, Patrick Robert Conway, Jr.
Survivors include her daughter, Beth Conway; two grandchildren; sister, Lesley Johnson; and niece, Sarah Johnson.
Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to YWCA Women’s Shelter. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Anthony Howard “Tony” Schwarz
1985-2016

Anthony Howard “Tony” Schwarz was born Tuesday, April 2nd, 1985; and passed away Sunday, October 9th, 2016. Visitation Friday, October 14th, 2016, 12:00pm – 2:00pm
located Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home. Services Friday, October 14th, 2016, 2:00pm. Officiating Rev. Stephen Lucas. Located at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home. Burial will be at a later date at Doniphan Cemetery, Doniphan Kansas.

 

Charles “Charlie” Ytell, III
1977-2016

Charles “Charlie” Ytell, III, 38, Monroe Missouri, formerly of St. Joseph, passed away on Sunday, October 9, 2016 at his home.
He was a Lafayette graduate.
Charlie worked as a cook at Barbosa’s and later in the Meat Department at Hy-Vee.
He was born December 18, 1977 to Charles Leonard Ytell, II and Vivian (Decker) Ytell in St. Joseph, Missouri.
Survivors include his children, Alexis and Jayden; father, Charles Ytell, II (Aneta); and Mother, Vivian Ytell (Wayne).
Graveside Farewell Services and Interment 1:00 P.M. Saturday, Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 12:00 Noon to 1:00 P.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family to help defray funeral expenses. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.