Karen A. Ledbetter
1943 – 2019

Karen A. Ledbetter, 75, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, March 9, 2019 at her home.
She was born on October 29, 1943 in Whitehall, New York to Clayton and Marian (LaFlower) Therrien.
She married Earl Wayne Ledbetter on March 27, 1968, he preceded her in death on January 23, 2018.
She was also preceded in death by her parents.

Survivors include her children, Melissa Williams (Robert), Mathew Ledbetter (Harley), and Lura Berry (David); grandchildren, Michael King (Jamie), Dawn Ledbetter, Fleisha Willaims (John), Tye Jeffers; 8 great-grandchildren; sister, Louise; nephew, Marty Graves; her beloved dogs, Uno, Sassy and Boo.

The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Marilyn Joyce (Mounts) Bartels
1929 – 2019

Marilyn Joyce (Mounts) Bartels, 89, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, March 8, 2019.

She was born November 22, 1929, in Hannibal, Missouri. Marilyn married Eugene Bartels August 12, 1951. He preceded her in death December 30, 2012. She was a homemaker.
Marilyn was a member of Huffman Memorial United Methodist Church, Order of the Eastern Star, and the choir at Living Community of St. Joseph. She enjoyed sewing and was a wonderful pianist.
Marilyn was preceded in death by her parents, Ernest and Mabel (Robertson) Mounts and sister, Beverly Mounts.
Survivors include daughter, Karla Thies (Duane), St. Joseph, Missouri; granddaughter, Jennifer Thies, Trenton, Missouri; numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services are at 10 A.M. Wednesday, Huffman Memorial United Methodist Church. Interment at Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6 to 8 P.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial donations to The Gideons International or Huffman United Methodist Church. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

 

Dolores Ann Helmich
1938 – 2019

Delores Ann Helmich 80, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, March 9, 2019 at her home.

She was born November 28, 1938 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of the late Freda and Thomas Parker Sr. She was a preschool and Kindergarten teacher at the South Park Christian Academy for 12 plus years teaching with her mother many nieces, nephews, grandchildren and many other children. Dolores was a long time member of the South Park Assembly of God, now called the River. She also attended her brothers church’s, Jesus Apostolic Holiness Church and the Cornerstone Community Church.

Dolores was preceded in death by husband, Henry Lawrence Helmich, her parents, son, Robert Allen Ferris, sister in law, Linda May Parker, sister, Shirley J. Hoffman. Survivors include, daughters, Patty Maxon of the home and Debbie Lynn Ferris, sons, Mark Helmich, Eddie Ferris, and Roger Ferris, brothers, Rev. Ronald (Mical) Parker, and Rev. Thomas Parker, grandchildren she raised: Ben (Roseanne) Helmich, Crystal Maxon, Erin Buckler, Erica Norris, Matthew Ferris, and Lora Armstrong, as well as many more grandchildren, great grandchildren, Malynn, Kaden, Traden, and Karissa.

Funeral services are pending at this time: The Interment will be at the King Hill Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the online obituary tribute fund at ruppfuneral.com or in care of the Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

 

Linda K. (Nold) Graff

1945 – 2019

Linda K. (Nold) Graff, 73, of St. Joseph, passed away March 8, 2019.

Linda was born on November 27, 1945, in Savannah, Missouri to the late Louis, Sr. and Katherine (Heath) Nold (later, Katherine Patrick).

She was a 1963 graduate of Savannah High School. Linda was a self-employed painter for twenty years and retired as a sales associate, from Sherwin-Williams in January 2019, after twenty years of employment. Linda was a member of the Wesley United Methodist Church and the Overcomers Cancer Support Group. She enjoyed bowling, fishing, camping, traveling and attending concerts. She loved spending time with her loved ones.

In addition to her parents, Linda is preceded in death by brother, Paul Nold, Jr. and nephew, Paul Nold III.
Surviving family includes four daughters, Laura Edwards (Larry), Mary Tollenaar (David), Amy Ratcliff (Mike), Nancy Tewell (Joe); grandchildren, Andrew Edwards (Brianna), Abigail Edwards, Evan Tollenaar, Katherine Tollenaar, Avery Tewell and Merrick Ratcliff; five great-grandchildren; brothers, Charles Patrick (Robin) and Curtis Nold; sister-in-law, Deanna Nold; numerous nieces and nephews.

Visitation: 6:00 – 8:00 PM, Tuesday, March 12, 2019 at Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel in St. Joseph.
Funeral Service: 10:00 AM, Wednesday, March 13, 2019 at Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery.

The family suggests memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society.

Larry E. Poage
1944 – 2019

Lawrence “Larry” E. Poage, 75, of St. Joseph, passed away at his home Wednesday, March 6, 2019.

Larry was born in Buchanan County, Missouri on February 25, 1944 to Everett and Zilla Mary (Donaldson) Poage. He was part of the 1962 graduating class of the Maryville High School.

Larry answered his country’s call, joining the US Army in 1964. He remained on active duty until 1968, serving two tours of duty in the Vietnam War. He remained in the Army Reserve from 1975 until 1997, leaving the service as a Master Sergeant.

In 1969, Larry married Ruth Wolf in Gallatin, MO; they celebrated 44 years of married life until Ruth’s death on January 2, 2013.

He regularly attended the Wyatt Park Christian Church and was employed in the battery division of Johnson Control, as a tool crib attendant. In his down time, besides spending time with his family and attending his grandchildren’s activities.

Besides his wife, Larry was preceded in death by his parents; brother-in-law, Dale Spencer; granddaughter, Anna. He is survived by: sons Mark (Jean) and Michael (Laura) Donaldson and David (Leigh Anne) Poage; grandchildren Lorelei, Andrew (Elizabeth), Riley, Emma, Caleb, Josh; siblings Donald (Terryon), Zellma Spencer, Roger (Jayne), Joyce; numerous nieces and nephews.

Memorial Service 7:00PM Monday, March 11, at Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel with visitation from 4:00-6:30PM Monday evening at our chapel.

 

Larry Marrs
1935 – 2019

Larry Marrs, beloved child of Christ, 83, of Greeley, Colorado, formerly of St. Joseph, MO, passed away on March 3, 2019 at North Colorado Medical Center in Greeley. Larry was born to Lawrence and Vera Marrs on December 6, 1935 in Falls City, Nebraska.

Larry was born in Nebraska and was raised and grew up in Missouri. He met and married Charlotte Ruth Evans in 1959. The couple just celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on January 25, 2019.
Larry attended Northwest Missouri State College where he received his bachelor’s degree, then continued his education at the University of Missouri and achieved his master’s degree. He taught in all three public high schools in St. Joseph, MO for 32 years before transferring to the St. Joseph Christian School for 10 years. He taught accounting and computers.

Larry had a servant’s heart and loved in a quiet way that had a lasting impact. He enjoyed hunting, woodworking, and building. If the family had a project, he would be right there helping. He took an interest in photography and liked taking pictures of the outdoors and nature. In his later years, he spent his time recording the memories of his life and loved ones in videos that will be cherished for generations. He was the strength and rock of the family.

Larry is survived by his wife of 60 years, Charlotte; children, Lance Marrs and his wife, Annette, Larea Warden and her husband, Steve, 4 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren, siblings, Jerry Marrs and his wife, Kathi, and Linda Alley and her husband, Ron. Larry was preceded in death by his parents, brother, and great granddaughter.

Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 5-7 P.M. Sunday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions in Larry’s name to either Compassion International (www.compassion.com) or St. Joseph’s Pregnancy Resource Center.

Donald Eugene Wohlgemuth
1929 – 2019

Donald Eugene Wohlgemuth, 89, of Effingham, KS died on Wednesday, March 6, 2019 at his home unexpectedly.

Memorial services will be held at 10:00 am on Wednesday, March 13th, 2019 at the Becker Chapel, 402 3rd St, Effingham, KS. The body has been cremated and interment of the cremated remains will follow the service at the Coal Creek Cemetery, North of Valley Falls, KS. The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8:00 pm on Tuesday, March 12th, 2019 at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Valley Falls, KS or to Atchison County Emergency Medical Services and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Don was born on Sept. 3, 1929 in Atchison KS the son of William Henry and Florence Irene (Peak) Wohlgemuth. He attended the Shannon Grade School and graduated from Atchison County Community High School in 1947. He served in the U.S. Army 53 Battalion Signal Corp during the Korean Conflict. Don worked as a carpenter for several construction companies, Robinson, Marsh, Heller and then his own company. He was an active member of the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Valley Falls, KS where he had served as Secretary of the Church Council for six years. He drove the school bus for ACCHS in Aug. 1945 at the age of 16, he had 59 children he delivered to school from his route. Don was a collector of antique tools and often asked “did you ever see one of these?” He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and was a proud photo carrying Grandpa who loved to show pictures of and tell about his grandchildren.

He was married to Mary Claire Reichart on July 31, 1953 at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, Atchison. She survives of the home in Effingham. Additional survivors include two sons; Kirk (Ruth) Wohlgemuth, Effingham, KS, and Kent (Mary Beth) Wohlgemuth, St. George, KS, two brothers; David (Lucile) Wohlgemuth, McGehee, AR, and Henry “Ike” Wohlgemuth, Sugar Creek, MO, a sister Virginia Glaman, Kansas City, MO, three grandchildren, three step grandchildren, three great grandchildren and six step great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. His parents, three brothers, two infant brothers and Earl Wohlgemuth, and a sister Lorene Boggs, preceded him in death.

 

Rosalie Brod
1918 – 2019

Rosalie Brod, 100, of Overland Park, passed peacefully on Tuesday, February 19, 2019. Graveside services were held at Shaare Sholem Cemetery in St. Joseph on Friday, February 22.

Rosalie, an only child, was born to Jack and Anna (nee Herman) Lazriowich on June 7, 1918 in Kansas City, MO. Soon thereafter the family relocated to St Joseph, MO where Rosalie was raised. During her youth she enjoyed dance and was frequently lauded as a very proficient tap dancer.

An outstanding student, Rosalie graduated from Central High School in 1934 and turned 16 the following week. She attended St. Joseph Junior College for one year and then transferred to University of Kansas. After one year at KU, Rosalie transferred to University of Iowa where she graduated in 1939 from the School of Pharmacy. Rosalie practiced as a pharmacist throughout her adult life until her retirement in 1979.

In 1941 Rosalie and some of her girlfriends traveled to Kansas City where she met her future husband, Alfred Brod and it was love at first sight. The two were married a few months later and moved to Fort Worth, TX where Alfred worked for Uhlmann Grain. Their first child, and only daughter, Lynne, was born in Fort Worth, followed by Milton in Leavenworth, KS during WWII, and then Herbert in Fort Worth after the war. In 1951 the family returned to St. Joseph where Alfred took over his father-in-law’s used furniture and antiques business.

After Alfred died in 1976 Rosalie remained in St Joseph until 1980 and then relocated to San Antonio, TX where her daughter and family had recently moved. Unwilling to just sit around, Rosalie became active in the community, taking adult education courses and joining Temple Beth El and the local Jewish Community Center. During the next twenty-five years Rosalie served in the position of President of the senior’s group for the synagogue and also the same position for the JCC seniors group, where she received the “Charles Pearl” award for her significant volunteer efforts. At the suggestion of members of the local community, Rosalie became a committeewoman for the Democratic Party, helping to influence policy positions that involved the Jewish community.

Not limiting herself to the Jewish community, Rosalie also volunteered in the hematology and oncology clinic at Wilford Hall Medical Center, Lackland AFB where she was honored as Volunteer of the Year for Wilford Hall MC. She also spent extensive time as a volunteer reader for students in the nearby elementary school, and served on the grants application task force for United Way, evaluating proposals designed to help senior citizens.

Rosalie enjoyed reading, playing bridge and mah jong with her friends, attending musical theatre and dramatic plays, and helping with her grandchildren (Cheryl and Scott Potempa). Her hobbies included her stamp collection and her Wedgewood. She was an avid sports fan and was especially pleased when her San Antonio Spurs won several NBA championships. Rosalie was excited to celebrate her 100th birthday in June 2018, joined by friends and family and gorging on KC BBQ. No Passover was complete unless chopped liver was part of the menu.

In 2008 Lynne and her late husband Ken began to travel extensively and Rosalie made her final move to Overland Park where her son Milton and his wife Natalie lived. Rosalie is survived by her daughter Lynne Potempa and significant other (Charles B. Hill, III), sons and daughters-in-law Herbert (Jerri Anne) and Milton (Natalie), four grandchildren (Cheryl, Scott, Joshua and Jeffrey) and five great-grandchildren (Andrew, Reece, Kyle, Asher and Rose). The family suggests that contributions could be made to Hadassah or The Temple, Congregation B’nai Jehudah, or a charity of one’s choice.

Rosalie was known for her quick wit and love of learning and she remains an inspiration for all.

 

Nanette Perkins-Parker
1965 – 2019

Nanette Perkins-Parker, 53, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, March 6, 2019, at Living Community.
She was born December 27, 1965 in St. Joseph, MO.
Nanette was preceded in death by her nephew, Alexander Perkins.
Survivors include her parents, Leon and Gloria (Schoff) Perkins; brothers, Todd Perkins, Chad Perkins; nephew, Mason Perkins; and her beloved dog, Pebbles.
Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Marjorie Mary Minnis
1933 – 2019

Marjorie Mary (McGrath) Minnis, 85, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away March 6, 2019.

Marjorie was born on July 27, 1933, in Waverly, Kansas to the late Harry and Effie (Fashing) McGrath.

Marjorie married D. Douglas Minnis on May 26, 1956. She was a member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, Altar Society, Funeral Luncheon Committee and MWSU Faculty Wives. Marjorie was a pillar of faith and a strong supporter of Catholic education. She demanded of her children to always do their best, and finish what they started. She committed herself to her family and to the many children who called her Nanny.

In addition to her parents, Marjorie is preceded in death by her brother James McGrath. Surviving family includes husband Doug Minnis; children, Catherine Maurin (Steve), Kansas City, Kansas, and her children Stephen Maurin, Anne Maurin and Elizabeth Maurin; Stephen Minnis (Amy), Atchison, Kansas, and his children Matthew Minnis (Mary Katherine), Michael Minnis and Molly Minnis; Mary Margaret Gray (Neal), St. Joseph, Missouri, and her children Michael Evans (Becky), Mary Catherine Caskey (Aaron), Jane Gray and Joseph Gray; John Patrick Minnis (Angela), Overland Park, Kansas, and his children Jack Minnis, Andrew Minnis, Maggie Minnis and Michael Minnis; five great-grandchildren, Lucy, Oliver & Augie Evans, Catherine Caskey, Joseph Minnis; siblings, Donald McGrath, Dean McGrath, Philip McGrath, Patrick McGrath and Edward McGrath; numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

Mass of Christian Burial: 10:00 AM Saturday, March 9, 2019 at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery in St. Joseph, Missouri. Visitation: 9:00 AM Saturday; Parish Rosary: 9:40 AM Saturday, March 9, 2019, both at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church.

The family has requested that memorials be made to St. Francis Xavier School or Bishop LeBlond High School.

 

Janet M. Wiedmer
1950 – 2019

WATHENA,KANSAS – Janet M. Wiedmer, 68, of Wathena, Kansas passed away Tuesday, March 5, 2019 at Mosaic Life Care, surrounded by her family.

Janet was born on June 7, 1950 in St. Joseph, Missouri to Raymond and Marie Roseberry. She graduated from Central High School in 1968, attended and graduated from Platt Business School. Janet married Wayne Wiedmer on June 14, 1975. They had one son, Brent Wiedmer and spent their married life in Wathena, Kansas. She worked at the Northwest Missouri Psychiatric Rehabilitation Center as a Data Entry Operator before retiring in 2000.

She was preceded in death by her father, Raymond and her brother, David Roseberry. Janet is survived by her husband, Wayne of the home; their son, Brent (Heather) and grandsons; Brody and Blakely of Maysville, Missouri; her mother, Marie Roseberry of St. Joseph, Missouri; sisters; Gayle Roe, Judy (AJ) Wiedmaier and Lori Supple all of St. Joseph, Missouri; brothers; Roger (Anne) Roseberry of St. Joseph, Missouri; Rick (Judy) Roseberry of El Paso, Texas; sisters-in-law; Dawn Sellars of Stewartsville, Missouri; Sherrel (Billy) Coats of St. Joseph, Missouri; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Funeral Service: Friday, March 8, 2019 – 10:30 A.M.
At: First Baptist Church in Wathena
Visitation: family will receive friends Thursday evening 6-8 pm at the Harman Rohde Funeral Home in Wathena. Friends may call after 12 noon Thursday at the funeral home.
Burial: Bellemont Cemetery in Wathena, Kansas

Memorials: God’s Mountain, 14771 So. West Old Hwy, Rushville, MO. 64484.

 

Eugene Trace Heggestad
March 2, 2019

Eugene Trace Heggestad, 73, passed away March 2, 2019.

Survivors: wife Claudia; children, Hooker Heggestad and Christine Heggestad; grandchildren, Hank Heggestad and Lauren Salyer; many other relatives and friends.

Eugene has been cremated under the direction of Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel. Celebration of Life at a later date.

Charlie Castle
1933 – 2019

Charlie Castle, 86, of St. Joseph, died Saturday, March 2, 2019 at Living Community in St. Joseph. Charlie was born February 28, 1933 in St. Joseph, to Forest and Pansey (Walker) Castle.

He served his country in the U.S. Navy; receiving an honorable discharge.

He was a member of the IBEW for 65 years, working as an electrician for many different contractors. He then was the business manager for IBEW for six years prior to retiring.

Charlie was a member of the Savannah United Methodist Church.

He was generous with his smile and his friendship. He loved being outdoors, especially the family’s yearly trip to Minnesota. He was an avid fisherman, but truly treasured his family’s time together reuniting at South Turtle Lake. Time spent with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren brought him great pride and joy.

His hobbies included fishing, hunting, and golf, as well as coaching and watching his children’s and grandchildren’s sporting events.

He married Mary Lou Nold on August 12, 1955 and she survives. Also surviving are children Kirke Castle (Roxie), Kim Morgan (Jason), Kevin Castle (Dianne); grandchildren, Jason (Kelly), Jayme (Jesse), Jarod, Marnie, Max; great-grandchildren Bryson, Hadlee, Cutler, Sadie, Hanna; a sister Beverly June Schneider; other relatives, friends, and loving dog Jersey.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister Dorothy, and brother Bob.

Memorial contributions in lieu of flowers may be made to the Noyes Home or to Freudenthal Hospice.

Services will be Friday, March 8, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. at Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel in St. Joseph. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

 

Norman D. Goodman
1936 – 2019

Norman Goodman, 82, of Hiawatha, passed Monday, March 4, 2019, at Maple Heights Nursing Home.

He was born April 1, 1936 in Sabetha, to Lucy “May” Tyner and James Goodman. He grew up on a farm near Wetmore, and attended country school prior to graduating from Wetmore High School in 1954.

Norman married Lynda Gregory of St. Joseph, on May 16, 1970. They lived in the Fairview and Hiawatha area for 48 years. He and Lynda were devoted members of St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Hiawatha. He was also a member of the Lions Club; BPOE #1741 Hiawatha Elks Lodge; and Knights of Columbus Council #8505.

He farmed in Nemaha County, worked at KDOT prior to working as a welder in Wathena, and owned and operated a lawn service and a trash service in Hiawatha. Norman also worked at the Walmart in Hiawatha. Norman loved working outside, socializing with the many friends he had in the community, and enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren whenever he could.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Doris Banwart; and brother, Merlin Goodman. Survivors include: wife, Lynda; son, Dwayne (Carol); son, Kevin; daughter, Lynette Grier (Mike); son Dennis (Rachelle); 8 grandchildren, Caden, Zachary, Kesha, Colton, Aunna, Chloe, Katie, and Neville; 2 great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Verna Goodman; and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.

Services are planned for Friday, March 8 at 10 a.m. at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home. Interment will be at the Frazier, MO cemetery. On Thursday the rosary will be recited at 4:30 p.m., followed by visitation from 5-7 p.m.

A special message or remembrance may be sent to the family at www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Norman’s name.

 

James Ray Birkinsha, Sr.
1938 – 2019

James Ray Birkinsha, Sr. 80, of Atchison KS died on Tuesday, March 05, 2019 at his home surround by his family.

Funeral services will be 3:00 pm on Saturday, March 9th, 2019 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home with Rev. Matt Broxterman officiating. Burial will follow in the Oak Hill Cemetery, Atchison. The family will receive friends from 1:30 to 3:00 pm on Saturday at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, 800 Kansas Ave, Atchison, KS. Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Cancer Society or Parkinson’s Research and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

James was born on July 16, 1938 in Pittsburg, KS the son of Raymond E. and Bessie L. (Trisler) Birkinsha. He graduated from Atchison High School in 1956. He served in the Army National Guard. Mr. Birkinsha was a firefighter and worked for the Atchison City Fire Department for over 20 years, retiring in 1981. He also did handyman jobs around town for many people including the Hilltop, and Keimigs Capri Motel . James enjoyed fishing, going to the casinos and spending time with his family.

He was married to Iris “Helen” Portenier on Sept. 22, 1956. She preceded him in death on April 30, 2011. Survivors include three sons; Jim Birkinsha (Becky Roland), Phil (Stacy) Birkinsha, of Atchison KS and Michael (Karen) Birkinsha, St. Joseph, MO, five daughters; Lavon (Bob) Harmon, Michelle (Bob) Henry, Rhoda (Joe) Butner, all of Atchison, KS, Teresa (Jim) Leydon, LaPlata, MD, Julie (Tracey) Irwin, Hiawatha, KS, twenty two grandchildren, twenty-one great grandchildren, and two great great grandchildren. His parents, wife Iris, two brothers; Jack & Jerry Birkinsha, three grandchildren and two son in-law’s Richard Honeywell and Jerry Long preceded him in death.

 

Vernon K. “Keith” May
1929 – 2019

Vernon ‘Keith’ May, 89, Winchester, KS passed away Monday evening, March 4, 2019 at Country Care Nursing Home in Easton, KS.

Funeral service will be 2:00 pm, Thursday, March 7, 2019 at the O’Trimble Funeral Home, Nortonville, KS with Rev. Tom Nehring, officiating. Burial will follow in Pleasant View Cemetery, Oskaloosa. Family will receive friends for one hour prior to the funeral on Thursday. The family request memorial contributions are made to the wishes of the donor’s choice. Words of remembrance and sympathy may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Keith was born on September 26, 1929 in Menoken, KS, the son of Clyde and Winifred (Strobel) May. Keith worked as a prison guard for the Federal Bureau of Prisons at the US Penitentiary in Leavenworth, KS for over 20 years. After retiring from the prison, Keith worked at a fertilizer plant in Lawrence, KS, prior to the plant closing and he also did various farm work in the Winchester area. Keith was a former member of the Victory Baptist Church in Tonganoxie, KS and the American Angus Association.

Keith was married to Virginia L. Mikesell. She preceded Keith in death. Keith is also preceded in death by his parents; a son, Randal May in 1967; and two sisters, Marilyn Clark and Eleanor Shughart.

Keith is survived by a son, Michael May, Winchester; daughter, Dr. Leslie May (Dr. Joseph Pelati), Houston, TX; and a brother, Robert May, Stanley, KS.

 

Jo Mazurski
1958 – 2019

Jo Mazurski, 60, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, March 4, 2019.
Survivors include husband, Rick; daughter, Cherish (Marlon); 3 grandchildren; 2 siblings.
Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations to the funeral home to help with funeral expenses or to donate online, visit Jo’s Tribute Page at www.meierhoffer.com and select Donate Now.

Rickey Joe Shackelford
1948 – 2019

Rickey Joe Shackelford, 71, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, March 3, 2019.
He was born January 26, 1948 in Stanberry, Missouri.

Rickey married Janet Lee Daniel October 26, 1968. She survives of the home. He was a member of St. Peters Catholic Church in Stanberry, Missouri. Rickey was an accountant for AGP for 34 years, retiring in 2010.
He enjoyed reading, the outdoors, and his cats.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Michael Shackelford; brother-in-law, Kenny Bentley.
Additional survivors include brother, Roger Shackelford; brother-in-law, Johnny Daniel (Carol); sister-in-law, Linda Bentley; numerous nieces and nephews.

Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial donations to The Friends of the Animal Shelter. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

 

Jacqueline “Jacque” Sue Snider
1958 – 2019

Jacqueline “Jacque” Sue Snider,60, St, Joseph, Missouri passed away unexpectedly Friday, March 1, 2019.
She was born May 8, 1958 in St. Joseph, Missouri.

Jacque was a 1976 graduate of Central High School and a 1980 graduate of CMSU with a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism. She formerly worked for Guaranteed Foods in Kansas City, as a small business owner and part–time bus driver in Mississippi, and most recently as an assistant manager for FedEx here in St. Joseph.
Known affectionately to her family as “Snak”, she was a bowler, a dog lover, a sports fan, and the go-to expert for family shrimp boils every 4th of July. She lived with her mother, Gene, here in town, and she loved and was loved by her family and all who knew her. A great conversationalist, Jacque hardly knew a stranger, and she had a reputation as one of the hardest-working, most loyal employees anyone had had the privilege to be around.

Jacque was preceded in death by her father, David Snider. She is survived by her mother, Gene Snider of the home; brother, Steve, St. Joseph; sister, Jennifer, Wisconsin; uncle and aunt, Bill and Lyn Chatman, Tennessee; aunts, Mary Chatman and Yvonne Miljak, Mississippi, uncle and aunt Rick and Judy Snider, Idaho; several cousins, nieces, a nephew, a great niece and two great nephews; and by her “family” of co-workers.

All family, friends, co-workers and others whose lives were touched by this wonderful lady are invited Wednesday, March 6, 2019 to attend Visitation 5:00 to 6:30 P.M. and Memorial Service 6:30 to 7:30 P.M., both at Renovation Church, 3822 Cook Rd. here in St. Joseph to reminisce, grieve, and support each other through this unfortunate time. Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory.

 

William “Bill” Babcock, Sr
1939 – 2019

Bill Babcock, 79, of Stewartsville, passed peacefully into the arms of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on March 4, 2019.

He married his wife of 60 years, Barbara “Bobbie” Babcock, on March 22, 1959 in St. Joseph. She passed away on December 21, 2018. Bill was the VP of Operations for MAC Equipment in Kansas City and Sabetha for many years. He was a member of Freeman Chapel and loved hunting and fishing.

Survivors: three children, Terry Robertson, Bill Babcock, Jr. (Sherri) and Jim Babcock (Merry Beth); seven grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; sisters Artis Burton and Gayle Blake; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. In addition to his wife, Bill is preceded in death by his parents and son-in-law Les Robertson.

Bill was cremated under the care of Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel. Services will be at a later date.

 

Russell Barnes
1925 – 2019

Russell Barnes of Savannah passed away Monday, March 4, 2019 at his residence.

Russell was born to Howard and Lorena (Coffee) Barnes on April 3, 1925 in Albany, Missouri. He married Mary Patrick on November 11, 1950 in Albany. She survives him of the home.

Russell owned and operated Barnes Body Shop in Savannah. He loved camping and the outdoors, especially in the Branson area.

Mr. Barnes was preceded in death by his parents, son; George Barnes and sister; Rita Barnes.

In addition to his wife of 68 years, he is survived by daughters; Ann Bougher, Cathy (Walt) Bowman, brothers; Ed (Nancy) Barnes, Gary (Helen) Barnes, sister; Janice Barnes, grandchildren; Amy Bowman, Becky Bowman, C.J. (Jessica) Bowman, Clint Barnes, Erin Robertson, Ricky Bougher, great-grandchildren; Jay Bowman, Kaysha Hufford, Taryn Robertson, Kirsten Hufford, Macray Brooks, Laynie Robertson, Josh Hufford, Jaden Bowman, Jillian Bowman, Lindsey Prince and Ryan Barnes; five great-great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral service 2:00 PM Thursday, at Heaton-Bowman-Smith Savannah Chapel where the family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Interment will follow the service at the Savannah Cemetery.

The family suggests memorial contributions may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice in Mr. Barnes memory.

Dee L. Gilleland
1927 – 2019

Dee L. Gilleland, 91, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, March 1, 2019, at his home.
He was born December 5, 1927 in Plattsburg, MO.

Dee married Betty Joan Musser May 16, 1950; she preceded him in death on February 3, 2019.
He served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. Dee was a mechanic with Thomas Construction for 23 years, then with Lawhon Construction for 10 years and retired in 1990. He also worked as a mechanic for Miller Chevrolet

Dee enjoyed fishing and watching western and comedy movies. He was also happy to help Joan with her gardening. Dee loved mechanic work and tinkering with vehicles.
He was also preceded in death by his parents, Elbert and Bertha Elizabeth (Cantrell) Gilleland; and brother, Max C. Gilleland.

Survivors include his sons, Jerry Gilleland (JoDan), Max Gilleland (Cindy); grandchildren, Angie Murkins (Ryan), Tyler Gilleland (Abby); Andrew Gilleland, Cody Gilleland; 4 great-grandchildren; brother, Jon Gilleland (Ann); sister-in-law, Doris Brinton; several nieces, nephews and extended family.

Visitation is Tuesday, March 05, 2019, 6:00PM – 8:00PM
Service is Wednesday, March 06, 2019, 1:00PM – 2:00PM
Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory
5005 Frederick Blvd.
Saint Joseph, MO 64506

JoAnn Evans
1928 – 2019

JoAnn Evans, 90, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, March 2, 2019, at Living Community.
She was born September 24, 1928 in St. Joseph, MO.

JoAnn married Vincent Thomas Evans, Sr. on May 1, 1948, they lived in the Helena area for 62 years. He preceded her in death on February 18, 2010.

She was the first secretary at Helena Elementary School. JoAnn loved her job and she considered everyone there her second family. She was a member of Central Christian Church. JoAnn loved being a grandma and enjoyed the time she spent with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, William and Myrtle (Watson) Taube; son, Vincent “Tom” Evans, Jr.; grandson, Nathan James Kapp; brother, Virgil Taube; sisters, Agnus Milbourn, Cleola Douglas, and Dorothy Thornton.

Survivors include daughter, Patricia Kapp (Stan); son, Terry Evans (Debbie); 8 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; daughter-in-law, Dolores Evans; sister-in-law, Dorothy James; numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.

Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to Helena Elementary School.

 

Steven Merritt
1960 – 2019

Steven Merritt 58, Saint Joseph, Missouri died Thursday, February 28, 2019 in Saint Joseph. Born June 14, 1960, St. Joseph, preceded in death by parents: Virginia and Leroy Merritt. Survivors: sister, Robin Garcia-Merritt, Patricia (Danny) Floyd, bothers: Ronald, Gary and David Merritt, and son, Logan Merritt. Cremation under the care and direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. There are no scheduled visitation or memorial services at this time.

 

Ronald James Wood
1938 – 2019

Ronald James Wood 80, of Saint Joseph, MO passed away Saturday, March 2, 2019 in a St. Joseph health care center.

He was born December 23, 1938 in St. Joseph, MO, son of the late Jessie and Joseph Wood. He graduated from Benton High School, and attended one year at Maryville College. He served in the United States Army, and owned and operated Woods Grocery Markets for over 50 years. He enjoyed feeding the birds, and he was a member of the St. James Catholic Church.

Ron was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Joe, Fred, and Franklin Wood, sisters, Norma Giseburt, Mary E. Wood, and Twin Girls. Survivors include: former wife, Barbara J. Wood, daughter, Jenny (Darrel) Schildknecht, King City, MO., step daughter, Terri (Darrel) Mead, step son, Rolland Mace, brother, Frank (Eva) Wood, sister, Charlotte Majewski of St. Joseph, MO, grandchildren: Chantal Schildknecht, Paige (Tyler) Fleetwood, and Dakota Schildknecht, nine nieces and nephews: Mark Majewski, Eric Majewski, Jenny Odell, Lorrie Deshon, Mike Giseburt, Linda Thomas, Jerry Giseburt, and Cheryl Wood, who was Ron’s caretaker.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, March 7, 2019, at 10:30 am at Horigan Chapel. The Rosary will be recited at 5:30 pm, Wednesday with the family to receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Wednesday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Mount Olivet Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the St. James Renovation Building Fund.

Doris Evaline Jaramillo
1927 – 2019

Doris Evaline Jaramillo 91, of Saint Joseph, MO passed away Thursday, February 28, 2019 in a Saint Joseph, MO hospital. She was born October 21, 1927 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of the late Myrtle and Raymond Wattenbarger. She graduated from Lafayette High School, and she worked at the Missouri Methodist Medical Center and Carriage Square Nursing Home as a Nurse Assistant. She loved spending time with her grandchildren, and sitting on the front porch, and she was a member of Saint Patrick Catholic Church. Doris was preceded in death by husband, Mike Jaramillo, her parents, brothers, Charles, Raymond and Donald Wattenbarger, and sisters, Beverly Craig and Carolyn Guyer. Survivors include: daughters, Julie (Robert) Pollard and Regina Anderson, sons, Thomas Jaramillo and Michael (Vickie) Jaramillo all of St. Joseph, MO, sister, Barbara McDowell, grandchildren: April McQuate, Daniel Jaramillo, Christie and Christopher Anderson, Tristan DeSpain, Chelsea Spellman, and 8 great grandchildren.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, March 5, 2019, at 10:00 am at the St. Patrick Catholic Church, Fr. Jonathan Davis Celebrant. The Rosary will be recited at 5:30 PM, and 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 Olivet Cemetery . Memorials are requested to the St. Patrick’s Church. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

 

Larry Allen Starling
1943 – 2019

Larry Allen Starling 75, Saint Joseph, Missouri died Monday, February 25, 2019 in Saint Joseph. Born July 27, 1943, Lost Nation, IA. Preceded in death by father, Eldon Starling. Survivors include mother, Lois Will, daughter, Paula Isgrig, sisters, Derise Rawls and Luanne Hillock, and companion, Karen Shaffer. Cremation under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. The Inurnment will be at the Leavenworth National Cemetery at a later date. Memorials Larry Starling Memorial Fund in care of the Rupp Funeral Home.

 

Robert Kenneth Jackson
1929 – 2019

Robert Kenneth “Ken” Jackson, 89, of St. Joseph, died March 2, 2019. Ken was born May 17, 1929 in Belfast, Northern Ireland.

He was raised in Londonberry and immigrated to Edmonton, Canada, where he was a police officer for the Edmonton City Police. He then to Reno Nevada. Prior to retirement he worked as an adjustor and auditor for American Hardware Mutual Insurance Co. He was a member of Reno Lodge #13, Scottish Rite, Kerak Shrine, and Royal Order of Jesters.

Survivors include his wife Sandra; sons, Terry, Alan, Kenny, Ian, and Donny; grandchildren, Neana, Alexis, Leah, Joey, Madison; and several great-grandchildren.

Ken has been cremated under the direction of Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel. Private services will be at a later date.

 

Garin Daniel Kinzer
1964 – 2019

Garin Daniel Kinzer, 55, of Tie Siding, WY formerly of Atchison, KS died unexpectedly on Tuesday, Feb. 26th, 2019 at his home in Wyoming.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, March 9, 2019 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home. He has been cremated according to his wishes. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:30 pm on Friday, March 8th, 2019 at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Tie Siding Volunteer Fire Department, Tie Siding, WY and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Garin was born on January 29th, 1964 in Carlsbad, NM the son of Gary and Marjorie (Hammond) Kinzer. He graduated from Atchison High School in 1982. He later attended the NEKS Area Vo-technical school and earned an Associate’s Degree in Computer Drafting. Garin was a carpenter and worked construction. He was a member of the ELKS Club, the National Rifle Association and was a volunteer fire fighter in both Kansas and Wyoming. Garin helped start and coach a wrestling program at the Atchison YMCA. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, trapping, archery, shooting and was an avid outdoorsman. He was a craftsman, carpenter, enjoyed reading, and watching sports, especially Chief’s Football.

Survivors include his mother, Marjorie Kinzer, Shawnee, KS, three sons Reagen (Erika) Kinzer, Atchison, KS, Stephen Kinzer, Wichita, KS, and Jonathan Kinzer, Laramie, WY, a daughter Jaymi (Colby) Kearney, Nortonville, KS, three sisters Kelli Thomas, Omaha, NE, Bronwyn Ruffalo, Olathe, KS, and Leigh Kinzer, Shawnee, KS, and seven grandchildren. His father and grandparents preceded him in death.