Esther A. Morris (Stiles)
1926-2016

Esther A. Morris (Stiles) was born Saturday, September 11th, 1926; and passed away Wednesday, October 19th, 2016 in Atchison, Kansas. Visitation held Tuesday, October 25th, 2016, 1:00pm. Located at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home. Services held Tuesday, October 25th, 2016, 2:00pm at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Interment located at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery.

Joseph M. Miller, Jr.
1930-2016

Joseph M. Miller, Jr., 86, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Thursday, October 20, 2016 at his home after a brief illness.
He was born May 1, 1930 in St. Joseph to Joseph M. and Emma (Blankenship) Miller.
Joe was a graduate of Pickett High School, Class of 1948. Joseph was an Army Veteran, he served his country during the Korean War.
He married Lola Lou Rissel on September 15, 1956, they were married until her death in January 2007.
Joe was a hog buyer for Swift and Company for thirty-three years and after his retirement he started a new career in the building trades working for Payless Cashways and Lowes. He was a 60 year member and Past Master of the Saxton Lodge No. 508, A.F. & A.M., 32nd Degree Scottish Rite Mason; Moila Shrine.
He was also preceded in death by his parents.
Survivors include daughters, Rhonda Hoselton (Marvin Fankhauser), St. Joseph, Shelly Chavez (Nick), Kansas City, MO; grandchildren, Regan Chavez, Paige Brandt (Kyle), Blair Finn (Jarrod), Drew Hoselton (Samantha); and three great-grandchildren.
Farewell and Masonic Services 1:00 P.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. The family requests donations be made to the charity of the donors choice. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Karen Sue “Sussie” Tworek
1954-2016

Karen Sue “Sussie” Tworek, 62, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Friday, October 21, 2016 at a local healthcare facility.
She was born March 30, 1954 in St. Joseph Missouri.
Karen married James Tworek July 4, 1981.
She was a general manager for Church’s chicken for over thiry years.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Mary (Alsup) Herring; sisters, Shirley Miller, Mabel Davidson, Faye Woosley; brother, Henry Herring, Jr.; and nephew Jimmy Herring.
Survivors include husband, James; children, Mary Glidewell(Kevin), Georgia Burns(Rex), Julie Dunning, Jamie Wysling (Barrett), all of St. Joseph; sisters, Sherry Gail Stufflebean, St. Joseph, Mary Esther Davidson (Donald), Clarksdale, MO, Francie Davidson (Junior), St. Joseph; brothers, Joey Herring (Pauline), Carl Herring, St. Joseph.; sister in-law, Janice Lofton(Robert); brothers in-law, Jeff Tworek (Stephanie), John Tworek (Pam), all from St. Joseph.; fourteen grandchildren,; one great-grandchild.; and five dogs.
Farewell Services 3:00 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Kerns-Freeman Chapel Cemetery. The family will receive friends 4:00 to 6:00 P.M. Sunday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to the funeral home to help defray funeral expenses. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

M. Ruth Clover
1920-2016

M. Ruth Clover, 96, Amazonia, Missouri, passed away Friday, October 21, 2016 at Mosaic Life Care.
Mrs. Clover was born June 17, 1920 in El Dorado, Kansas. She had lived in Kansas, Missouri, New Mexico, and Arkansas.
On September 27, 1956 she married Bobby J. Clover. He preceded her in death after 40 years of marriage on December 31, 1996.
She was retired from the former St. Joseph State Hospital where she was a Psychiatric Aid.
Mrs. Clover was a member of the First Baptist Church of Savannah. In the past she had been an active member of the Eastern Star and the Rebekah Lodge as a former officer.
Ruth was an avid gardener and loved flowers and birds. She also enjoyed sewing, baking, and cooking. Most of all she loved being with her family, especially around the holidays when she would prepare her famous spread of food and decorations weeks in advance. She helped raise many foster children.
She was also preceded in death by her parents, Grant and Inez (Blackmore) Chapin; sisters, Birdie Chapin, Thelma Thomason and Clara Morgan; and brother, Edward Chapin.
Survivors include her five children, Chester Freeborn, Jr., Norma Wenger, Helen Davis, Lois Widener and Carol Simpson (Ron); seven grandchildren: Ron and Ronda Wenger, Ronell Humble, Scott and Bryan Widener, Jennifer Millman, and Steven Simpson; six great grandchildren, Amber and Michael Wenger, Lauren and Aaron Humble, Britney Free and Natalie Millman; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.
Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Sugar Creek Cemetery, Rushville, Missouri. The family will receive friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory, where friends may call after 3:00 P.M. Tuesday. Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to First Baptist Church, Savannah, Missouri, or to the American Heart Association. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Brian K. McPherson
1956-2016

Brian K. McPherson, 60, Burlington Junction, Missouri passed away Friday, October 21, 2016 at his home.
He was born June 26, 1956 to Alexander and Thelma (Stafford) McPherson in Jackson County, Missouri.
He married Kathy Louise Linville on August 14, 1990.
Mr. McPherson was a farmer his entire life.
He was a 30 year member and EMT for the 140 Rescue Squad, board member of Nodaway County Ambulance District, 30 year member of the Nodaway County Fair Board, member of the Missouri Association of Fairs and Festivals board and was leader of the Black Label Band.
Brian loved farming, hunting, football, being Santa Claus, writing and playing music, shooting fireworks and was an avid fan of the Kansas City Chiefs especially when they are winning. He most enjoyed spending time with his wife, kids and grandkids.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Survivors include his wife of 26 years, Kathy McPherson, Burlington Junction, Missouri; son, Tim McPherson (Andrea), Glenwood, Iowa; daughter, Angie Lightner (Mike), Burlington Junction, Missouri, grandchildren, Aaron and Brayden McPherson and Andrew Lightner; brother, Harry McPherson (Barbara), Wheaton, Illinois; his dog, Mac; and several other family members, friends and neighbors, many of whom are working on his farm to help harvest.
Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, Burlington Junction United Methodist Church. Interment Ohio Cemetery, Burlington Junction, Missouri. The family will receive friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, Burlington Junction United Methodist church, Burlington Junction, Missouri. Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to the 140 Rescue Squad, 12360 185th St. Burlington Junction, 64428. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Lucille H. Graves
1919-2016

Lucille H. Graves, 97, Lee’s Summit, Missouri passed away Friday, October 21, 2016 at John Knox Village House, Lee’s Summit, Missouri.
She was born June 9, 1919 to Ed and Goldie (Lake) Hess in Savannah, Missouri.
She was had worked in the assembly line at Mead Paper Products.
She loved her grandchildren and enjoyed babysitting and sewing for them.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Survivors include her two sons, Forrest Graves (Sharon) and Philip Graves; grandchildren, Caprice Dubbert (Mike), Brian Graves (Teresa), Wendi Schank (Russell), and Todd Huffman; great grandchildren, Courtney (Andrew), Carlee, Easton, Austin, Dalton Jordon and Cole; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Mt. Auburn Cemetery. The family will receive friends 12:00 noon 1:00 P.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.