Lawrence “Larry” Lofts
1936-2015

Lawrence “Larry” Lofts 78, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, July 10, 2015 in a Saint Joseph, MO health care center. He was born December 6, 1936 in St. Joseph, son of Alma and Ferman Lofts. He worked at Dugdale Meat Packing for 20 years until it closed then Hillyard Chemical for over 20 years as a Truck Driver, he also owned the Lofts Tavern. He enjoyed playing baseball, and softball, and played on the Pepsi Cola Team, Wal-Air Softball team, he also participated on the Senior National Softball team, he was a member of Moila Shrine. Larry was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Ronnie Lofts, two sisters, Dixie Bachali, and Beverly Sealby, and a granddaughter, Brandy Henderson. Survivors include, son, Mark (Deanne) Lofts, two daughters, Brenda (Jeff) Drennen, and Kathy (Sean) Waitkoss all of St. Joseph, MO, three grandsons, Brandon Henderson, Collin Lofts, and Bryson Waitkoss, three granddaughters, Nikki Davis, Kortney (Derek) Ptomey, and Kylie Lofts, two great-grandchildren, Jaslynn Helm, and Brevin Ptomey.
Funeral services will be conducted at 10:00 am, on Tuesday, July 14, 2015 at Rupp Funeral Home, with Rev. James Barnett officiating, The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Monday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Mount Auburn Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the Alzheimers association. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

 

Mary Margaret “Peggy” Cline
1936-2015

Mary Margaret “Peggy” Cline 79, of Saint Joseph, MO passed away Friday, July 10, 2015 at her home. She was born March 31, 1936 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of Mary and William Gault. She graduated from Convent Sacred Heart and was a Homemaker. She was a member of Marine Corp Auxiliary, a Life Member of Beta Sigma Phi, and a Head Start and school volunteer and in her younger years. She was also a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church. Mary was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Phillip Eugene Cline, and one sister. Survivors include daughter, Kelly Cline (Karl Burnett) five sons, Phillip Cline, Charles “Billy” Cline, Patrick G. (Elizabeth) Cline, Mike M. Cline, and Chris Cline (Sandy Smith) all of St. Joseph, MO, two brothers, Bill and Roy Gault, numerous, grandchildren & great grandchildren.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, July 15, 2015, at 10:00 am at the St. Patrick Catholic Church, Father Ryan Koster Celebrant. The Rosary will be recited at 7:30 pm, Tuesday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Tuesday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Mount Olivet Cemetery. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.
Opal Fay Fletchall
1924-2015

Opal Fay Fletchall 90, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, July 10, 2015 in Saint Joseph, MO. She was born November 28, 1924 in Allendale, MO, daughter of Harriett and Aurther Fletchall. She attended the Hatfield High School and she retired from the Fellowship Boarding Home in St. Joseph, MO as a caretaker. She enjoyed reading her bible, and was a member of the Fenton Church of the Nazerene Church. Opal was preceded in death by her parents, a son, Ronald L. Williams, a brother, Aurther Fletchall, six sisters, Della Clark, Mary King, Barbara Fletchall, Marie Dorlette, Norma Thorburn, and Bonnie Bacon. Survivors include, daughter, Connie Fletchall of the home, and two sisters, Louetta F. Scott of Port St. John, FL, and Ann Coats of St. Joseph, MO, four, grandchildren, four, great grandchildren, as well as numerous, nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 pm, on Wednesday, July 15, 2015 at Rupp Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Tuesday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Mount Auburn Cemetery. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

 

 

Gregory Dale McDowell
1959-2015

Gregory Dale McDowell 56, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Friday July 10, 2015 at his home. He was born July 1, 1959 in Saint Joseph, Missouri. He married Teresa Caldwell McDowell on 8/16/1985 and she survives of the home. He attended Lafayette High School. He served in the United States Army. and loved to Cook. He was a Volunteer at Salvation Army. Greg was preceded in death by his father, Glen McDowell, mother, Deanna Proffitt, brother, Howard Ellison, sister, Wanda Calloway. He is survived by wife, Teresa McDowell of home, daughter, Megan McDowell, son, Chad McDowell, three grandchildren, Treveon, Montie, and Emika, five sisters, Brenda Proctor, Linda Crippen, Rhonda (Gary) Moore, Karen Pennington, and Charmin Ellison. A memorial service will be held Thursday, July 16, 2015 at 6:30 pm at the Salvation Army Chapel. Memorials are requested to the Greg McDowell Memorial Fund. Cremation under the care and direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

 

 

James A. Johnson
1943-2015

James A. Johnson, 72, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away on Saturday, July 4, 2015. He was preceded in death by his parents and by his wife of 38 years, Beverly Ann Johnson. Tragically, he was rapidly succeeded in death by his brother, Michael, on July 7, 2015.
An avid reader and student of history, Mr. Johnson had honorably served his nation in the Army, was a graduate of the Citadel, and had retired as a civil servant in the early 1990s.
Born June 5, 1943, to Luther and Concha Johnson in Fort Monmouth, New Jersey, James was a private and plainspoken man, with a tender and generous heart. A man of faith, he and his wife Beverly attended the Frederick Boulevard Baptist Church congregation.
He is survived by his children, Clinton, Joseph, and Laura Celeste Gventer; by three siblings; numerous grandchildren; and other extended family.
Private family inurnment will take place at a later date at Leavenworth National Cemetery. Care provided by Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to the Frederick Boulevard Baptist Church. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

 

 

Robert J. Buller
1935-2015

Robert J. Buller, 79, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Friday, July 10, 2015 at a local healthcare facility.
He was born October 23, 1935 in St. Joseph, Missouri to John B. and Lillian T. (Taylor) Buller.
Robert was a Senior Master Sergeant in the Air National Guard.
He was an avid softball player and played for the Air National Guard and Pepsi teams in the 60s and 70s.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Jack Buller; and sisters, Myrldene Arnot and Geraldine Fitzgerald.
Survivors include daughters, Rhonda Flach (James) and Laura Buller; two granddaughters, two great-grandchildren; numourous nieces and nephews; and very best friend, Jocelyn Jockey Smock. Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Sunday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

 

 

Beverly A. Johnson
1939-2015

Beverly A. Johnson, 76, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Saturday, July 4, 2015.
She was born June 19, 1939, to Michael and Freda (Dowell) King in Brookfield, Missouri.
Mrs. Johnson was a long retired civil servant. She attended Frederick Boulevard Baptist Church.
Beverly was a talented quilter and a crafts enthusiast. She was a very clever, organized and capable person. She was one of the most kind hearted and gentle people you would ever meet.
Beverly was preceded in death by her parents; and husband of 38 years, James A. Johnson.
Survivors include her children, Cindy, Michael, Laura, Richard and Joseph; sister, Carolyn Tompkins; and numerous grandchildren and extended family.
Private family inurnment at a later date, Leavenworth National Cemetery. Care provided by Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to Frederick Boulevard Baptist Church. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

 

 

Ralph Upshaw
1922-2015

Ralph Upshaw, 93, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Saturday, July 11, 2015 at his residence. He was born January 22, 1922 in Carlyle, Kansas to Harvey and Nancy (Lindenstruth) Upshaw. He proudly served as a Chief in the US Navy during WWII on the U.S.S.J. Richard Ward D.E. 243. Ralph worked as a service supervisor for Sears for over 35 years and later at Walmart for another 10 years. He was a member of the American Legion, Saxton Lodge No. 508, A.F.& A.M.; High Twelve Club. Ralph gardened, could fix anything and he loved his family, especially his grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; and ten brothers and sisters. Survivors include wife of 67 years, Margaret; daughters, Connie King (Wayne) and Lisa Reece (Brian); grandchildren, Chad King (Shannon), Brad King (Katie), Shawn King (Jamie), and Zachary Reece; ten great-grandchildren; sisters, Virginia and Ruby; and numerous nieces and nephews. Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Entombment Memorial Park Mausoleum. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to Masonic Home of Missouri. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.