James Edward Tull
1934 – 2019

James Edward Tull, 85, of Atchison, KS, passed away Sunday, April 21, 2019 at his home surrounded by his family.

James was born April 11, 1934 in Atchison, KS the son of Charles ‘Bud’ and Esther (Henderson) Tull. He owned and operated his own excavating and demolition company. James was member of the Faith Bible Fellowship Church, and enjoyed visiting nursing homes and churches. He also enjoyed horses and dogs.

James married Mary Ann Gripe, on December 31, 2009; she preceded him in death on June 26, 2018. He was also preceded in death by his parents, three sons, Gary, James, Michael Tull, and siblings, Charles, Richard, Forrest and Reva Tull.

Survivors include granddaughters raised as daughters, Angie McKabe, IL, Anisha Armontrout, Rogers, AR, Tina Braaten, Fisher, IL, Monica Tull, Champagne, IL, two sons, Lonnie Tull, Sr., Hiawatha, KS, Kenneth Tull Sr., Atchison, KS, three brothers, John, Ronnie, Dave Tull, all of Atchison, KS, two sisters, Anita Lively, Cummings, KS, Martha Franzel, Purcell, KS, nine grandchildren, nineteen great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be 11:00 AM, Thursday, April 25, 2019 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, Atchison, KS, with Rev. Stephen Lucas officiating. Burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to Faith Bible Fellowship Church and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www.beckerdyer.com.

 

Albert L. Ross
1966 – 2019

Albert Lee Ross, 52, Rea, Missouri, passed away Sunday, April 21, 2019.

He was born November 19, 1966 in Albany, Missouri to Albert and Rosella Ross (Boner)

Albert married Gidge on April 4, 2009.

Survivors include his wife Gidge, children; Kevin Ross, Tabitha (John), Kory Ross, Kacie Wolf, and Mitchell (Kris), grandchildren; Wyatt, Elizabeth, Faith, and Sawyer, and siblings; Roseanne (Gary), Lora, and Larry.
As Albert would say, Peace out homies!

In Lieu of a funeral the family requests that you join them for a Chili Cook Off at the Clasby Center in Savannah, Missouri at 6:00pm on Sunday, April 28, 2019. Please bring your best chili, flip flops, and wear your favorite Chiefs gear to celebrate the life and memory of Albert. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

 

Judy Walts
1947 – 2019

Judy Walts, 71, St. Joseph, Missouri, formerly of Wathena, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, April 9, 2019, at the home of her grandson and his wife.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Loretta Zelko-Smith; son, Gary Walts, Jr.; husband, Gary Walts, Sr.; and daughter-in-law, Michelle Merritt-Walts.

Survivors include her daughter, Kelly Casey (Duane); grandson, Kory Walts (Bobbie); granddaughter, Amber Walts; nephew, Jon Walts (Lisa); nine great-grandchildren; and three great-nephews.

The family will gather with friends 1:00 to 3:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory.

 

Barbara Inez Davis Morehead
1934 – 2019

Barbara Inez Davis Morehead, 84, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, April 22, 2019.

She was born on her family’s farm in Chester, Nebraska on November 16, 1934 . Barbara was the youngest of six children, and graduated from Chester High School and was faithfully married to Marvin Morehead for 39 years. Together they had 3 children. Majority of her life was spent in Washington, Kansas, where she devoted herself to raising her children and serving as a cook within the community fellowship, Friendly Corners. She was an active member of Washington Christian Church, and in 1997, Barbara moved to St. Joseph, Missouri to be closer to family. She worked diligently at Rod’s Hallmark until it’s closing, found a church home within Central Christian Church where she would be involved in numerous Bible studies, and served as a volunteer for Mid-City Excellence. Barbara loved going on long walks, taking day trips on roads less traveled, and tucking away Pass-It-Along cards within every handwritten note she ever mailed. Inherently gentle and mild-mannered, she was notoriously ruthless when it came to playing card games.

She was preceded in death by her parents; James and Inez Davis, and siblings; Gladys, Wilbur, Lois, Wilma, and Lawrence.

Survivors include her beloved children; Jeff and Pat Morehead, Barry and Cynthia Morehead, Lisa and Mark SeWalson. Grandchildren; Cami Roach, Jeremy Morehead, Lauren and Nick Greenlee, Alyssa and Jeff Grove, Kyle and Michaela SeWalson, Michael and Kate Morehead, McKenzie and Brad Davidson, Emily and Taylor Murphy. Great-grandchildren; Olivia and Cody Roach, Aspen, Avery, Roman, and Londyn Grove, Luke, Sam, and Jonah Greenlee, and Evelyn Morehead.

A memorial service will be held at Central Christian Church, 1501 N Leonard Rd, St. Joseph, Missouri on May 18th at 11am in Barbara’s honor. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Mid-City Excellence of St. Joseph, The Crossings Outreach Ministry (St. Joseph), and the youth program of Washington Christian Church (Washington, KS). Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

 

Ronnie Parker
1969 – 2019

Ronald Ray “Ronnie” Parker, Jr. 50, of Savannah, passed away unexpectedly at Mosaic Life Care Center on Saturday, April 20, 2019, with his loving family by his side.

Ronnie was born on February 23, 1969 in St. Joseph to Ronald Ray Parker, Sr., and Mical (Gray) Parker. He graduated from Hosanna Christian School a part of the class of 1987. On November 13, 1999, he married Lea Abel in St. Joseph; and celebrated 19 years of marriage. Together, they raised their family and looked forward to spending time in Branson. Ronnie worked as a machine operator for Nestle Purina for over 26 years. Outside of work, Ronnie was a man who loved his faith and his church, the Lighthouse Church of Fillmore, MO. He was a sports enthusiast, a former baseball and basketball player and was an avid NASCAR fan. A special bond he shared with his son, Gabriel, was attending the races and Sundays spent together watching them on TV. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing and mushroom hunting. Ronnie was also a KC Royals fan who enjoyed treating his father, brother and son to an annual trip to Kauffman Stadium. Above all Ronnie loved his family: He was a devoted father and husband. He will be remembered for going above and beyond to make the Christmas holidays special for them. He was the eternal holiday enthusiast leading the games and activities. He was a huge supporter of his children and grandchildren in all that they did, he could always be found watching his daughter, Morgan, play volleyball and attending his grandchildren’s activities.
Ronnie recently spent a week in Southern Arkansas with his father-in-law, Ted. After the passing of Ted’s own son, Aaron, Ronnie had the honor of filling those shoes and looked forward to their annual fishing trip. Ronnie also loved his fellow man, being a Crystal Giver for the United Way.

He was preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Aaron Abel and his grandparents, Thomas and Freda Parker and Lon and Leafhie Gray.

Ronnie is survived by: wife, Lea; children Allison (Jacob) Elder, Ashley, Aimee, Gabriel and Morgan Parker; grandchildren, Lily and Lila Elder; Maverick, Kingston and Preston Losson, Brant and Bryden Farley; siblings, Robin (Donnie) Radmer, Debbie (Larry) Davis, Jeff (Becki) and Tim (Shawna) Parker; parents, Ronald Sr. and Mical; numerous nieces and nephews; father and mother-in-law, Ted and Marcia Abel.

Funeral Service 5:00 PM Thursday, April 25, at the Lighthouse Church in Fillmore, MO , where the family will receive friends from 3:00 to 5:00 PM Thursday. Interment following at Fillmore Cemetery.