Rena H. Lanigan
1917-2016

Rena H. Lanigan passed away at Living Community in St. Joseph, Missouri at the age of 99 on Sunday, September 11, 2016.
She was born in Boston, Massachusetts on April 20, 1917, daughter of Ernest Lester Hayman and Helen Stuart Ramsey.
She became a Registered Nurse in Boston, Massachusetts. After earning her degree in nursing she joined the Army Nurse Corps in Boston, was made a 2nd lieutenant in World War II and was assigned to West Point military hospital in New York.
She married Lieutenant Robert E. Lanigan June 28, 1941 in Boston, Massachusetts and spent many years at wonderful postings all over the world.
Their family home was in Alexandria, Virginia, where they spent almost fifty years in between postings from afar.
Pediatrics became her favorite branch of nursing and she spent many years on the staff of prominent pediatricians in Alexandria, Virginia and Arlington, Virginia.
While awaiting the return of Col. Lanigan from the war, she became nursing administrator at Hamilton Hospital in New York.
After retirement they became members of the Chesapeake Yacht Club and spent many hours cruising the Chesapeake Bay in their “Irish Rover.” Col. Robert Lanigan died April 5, 2010 and is interred at Fort Leavenworth military cemetery where Rena Lanigan will be interred.
She is preceded in death by her parents; and son, Kevin S. Lanigan.
She is survived by Robert E. Lanigan, Jr., Dennis M. Lanigan and Linda L. Gregory and by seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
Private Inurnment Fort Leavenworth National Cemetery, Leavenworth Kansas. Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Family kindly requests no cards or flowers. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Robert Lee Kunzler
1940-2016

Robert Lee Kunzler, 76, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Monday, September 12, 2016 at his home.
He was born September 4, 1940 to Leslie and Rose Kunzler in St. Joseph.
He married Sharon Kunzler on February 22, 1959.
Robert worked at Seitz in St. Joseph, Missouri for 38 years until he retired. A loving father, brother, and grandpa that loved being with his family.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Sharon Kunzler; his parents; brothers, Donnie and Ed Kunzler; and sister, Marie Green.
Survivors include brothers, Gary Kunzler and Harold “Dee” Kunzler; son, Carl Kunzler (Jennifer), St. Joseph; daughters, Tina Gill (Charles), St. Joseph, Tammy Damager (Larry), St. Joseph, Debbie Kunzler, Kansas City, Missouri and Tracy Roberts (Scott), St. Joseph; son, Scott Kunzler (Michelle), Agency, Missouri; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. The family requests memorial contributions to be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Larry Hausman
1943-2016

E. Larry Hausman, 73, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Tuesday, September 13, 2016 at Mosaic Life Care surrounded by family.
He was born September 8, 1943 in St. Joseph, Missouri to Edward L. and Rose Mary (Shea) Hausman. Larry graduated from Central High School in 1961. He was active in the Missouri National Air Guard.
Larry married Sherry L. Means on July 6, 1968. They just celebrated their 48th wedding anniversary.
Larry served as President of Al J. Mueller Construction from 1989 until he retired in 2009. Prior to joining Mueller Construction, Larry spent more than 27 years with Hausman Metal Works and Roofing.
As a lifelong resident of St. Joseph, Larry felt a strong sense of duty to give back to his community. He served the United Way of Greater St. Joseph as a board member. Larry and Sherry co-chaired the Albrecht-Kemper Art Gallery’s Pot of Gold Fundraiser in 1997. In 2003-04 they were co-chairs of the Finance Campaign for Junior Achievement. He was President of the St. Joseph Construction Association in 1978 and again in 1996. Larry served on the board of the Chamber of Commerce from 1995 to 2001 and was Board Chairman in 1999. In 2002 he received the National Multiple Sclerosis Society’s HOPE Award. For many years he served on the UMB Bank Advisory Board.
Larry was a member of the board of directors for the Pony Express Council of the Boy Scouts of America. He became a member of the tribe of Mic-O-Say in 1984 and was Chieftain from 2003-04. Larry was an original instructor of Project C.O.P.E., through the Pony Express Council, from 1980-87.
Socially Larry was active in the Booster Club of St. Joseph, as well as East Bank Investment Club and the Benton Club. He also served on the Country Club board and was president in 2002. Larry enjoyed time with his Tuesday dinner group and his lunch pals.
Larry was very devoted to his entire family. He loved spending time with them at their Lake Viking home. Larry and Sherry also travelled extensively visiting Germany, Ireland, Italy, Australia, New Zealand, Mexico, Hawaii, Alaska, and many other destinations. In recent years, Larry and Sherry wintered in Florida with friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brother-in-law, John Christman.
Survivors include wife, Sherry (Means) Hausman; children, Brett L. Hausman (Aimee), Tyler R. Hausman (Jessica) and Julie Hausman Colgan (Brent), all of St. Joseph, Missouri; grandchildren, Claire, Caroline, William, Trey and Layla Hausman and Bailey and Paige Colgan; siblings, JoAnn Christman, St. Joseph, Bob Hausman (Janet), St. Joseph, Mary Agnes “Gertie” Workman (Zack), Cameron, Missouri and Jim Hausman, St. Joseph; sister-in-law, Janice Cobb, St. Joseph; uncle, LeRoy Hausman (Terry) Clarksdale, Missouri; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.
Farewell Services: 1:00 P.M. Saturday, Grace Evangelical Church. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 5:00 to 8:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Mr. Hausman will be removed from Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory to arrive at the church one hour prior to the service. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Pony Express Council of the Boy Scouts of America, the Missouri Western Foundation for the Hausman Family Scholarship or a charity of the donor’s choice.

James S. “Jess” Hatcher
1914-2016

James S. (Jess) Hatcher, 102, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Tuesday, September 13, 2016.
He was born July 7, 1914 to Charles and Minnie (Settles) Hatcher in Carrolton, Missouri.
Jess married Mary Francis on September 27, 1936. She preceded him in death in 2008.
He worked as the manager of the A&P Food Store for ten years, bought and ran a potato chip factory, managed several grocery stores and later worked as a manager at Mr. B’s Hardware for nine years before retiring.
Mr. Hatcher was the oldest active member at Wyatt Park Baptist Church, where he was a Deacon and taught Sunday school. He also was a member of the Optimist Club and Masonic Lodge.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 72 years, Mary Hatcher; parents; and six siblings.
Survivors include his daughters, Connie Boyer (Kermit), Lenexa, Kansas and Mary L. Hatcher, St, Joseph; grandchildren, Eric Boyer (Lisa) and Jason Boyer; great grandchildren, Mitchell, Kate, Jessica and Eva.
Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 12:00 Noon to 1:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Flowers or a contribution to the Wyatt Park Baptist Memorial Fund are appreciated. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.