Victoria L. “Vicki” Hauschild (Shaver)
1947-2016

Victoria L. “Vicki” Hauschild (Shaver) was born Monday, August 25th, 1947. She passed away on Monday, April 25th, 2016. Services will be held Saturday, April 30th, 2016, 2:00pm at St. John’s Lutheran Church Lancaster. Officiating Sister Mary Arie.

Mary Agnes Obermier
1926-2016

Mary Agnes Obermier 89, of Saint Joseph, MO passed away Monday, April 25, 2016 at a health care center in Saint Joseph, MO. She was born July 31, 1926 in Weston, MO, daughter of Grace and Rudolph Sonnenmoser. She graduated from Mt. St. Scolastica High School 1944 where she was the captain of the basketball team, she then graduated from Mt. St. Scholastic College 1948. She married Edwin Obermier on June 7, 1948 in Atchison, KS, he preceded her in death 1997. Mary worked for the State of Kansas as a Social worker, in Troy, and Atchison Kansas, retiring when she was 71 1/2 years old. She loved to vegetable garden, buying plants and clothing, taking care of the poor and giving to missions, but most of all she enjoyed being around her family, and spending time with her grandchildren. Prayer was very important in her life, an she loved to pray, saying many rosary’s thoughout the day for people. She was a member the Legion of Mary, St. James Altar Society, and Saint James Catholic Church. Mary was preceded in death by husband, Edwin B.Obermier, her parents, eight brothers, John, Otto, Rudolph, Lewis, Joseph, David, Karl and Frances Sonnenmoser. Survivors include her 14 children: Mary Ludeke, Teresa (Kenny) Nolan, of St. Joseph, Janice (David) Pellersels of Atchison, KS, Edwin (Linda) Obermier, Jeanette (Troy) Watson, Margaret (Thomas) Filley, John Obermier, all of St. Joseph, Charles (Mary Kay) Obermier of Bellevue, NE, Greg (Shelly) Obermier of Faucett, MO, David (Janie) Obermier of St. Joseph, MO, Arthur (Nikkie) Obermier of Columbia, MO, Cheryl Wilson, Robert (Tracy) Obermier, and Eric (Donna) Obermier of St. Joseph, MO, two sisters, Anna Lawlor of Columbia, IL, and Victoria Morgan of Atchison, KS, 36 grandchildren, numerous great and great great grandchildren, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, April 30, 2016, at 1:00 pm at the St. James Catholic Church, Father Evan Harkins Celebrant. The Rosary will be recited at 5:30 pm, Friday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Friday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Memorial Park Cemetery . Memorials are requested to the Saint James Catholic Church. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Rosanna Marie Harman
1957-2016

Rosanna Marie Harman 59, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, April 25, 2016 at her home. She was born January 4, 1957 in St. Joseph. She attended Lafayette high school, and enjoyed her 2 cats, Beavis and Butthead, and her dog Grizzly, she also enjoyed collecting porcelain dolls, Indian artifacts, spending time with her family and she loved Elvis. Rosanna was preceded in death by grandmother who raised her, Gertrude Reynolds, brother, and a Kenneth Barnett. Survivors include, husband, John Harman, Sr., son, John Harman, Jr., daughter, Peggy Hawkins, father, Robert John Berry, three brothers, Michael, Robert and Jimmy Berry, five sisters: Jennifer Kernes, Beverly Loucks, Diana Hensley, Penny Randall, and Sarah Berry, 5 grandchildren: Alyssa, John III, Brianna, Tyler, and Bryson Harman.
The family will receive friends from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM on Saturday at the Rupp Funeral Home with a funeral service to be conducted at 10:00 am, on Saturday, April 30, 2016 at Rupp Funeral Home. Memorials are requested to the Rosanna M Harman memorial fund in care of the Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Lawrence Wilford “Pete” Rathert
1930-2016

Lawrence Wilford “Pete” Rathert was born Saturday, April 19th, 1930; and passed away Monday, April 25th, 2016 in Topeka, KS. Visitation will take place Thursday, April 28th, 2016, 9:00am – 11:00am at St. Matthew Lutheran Church. Services held Thursday, April 28th, 2016, 11:00am at Matthew Lutheran Church. Officiating Rev. Michael Van Velzer. Interment located at Nortonville Cemetery.

Grayson Mykal Dozier Myers
2016-2016

Grayson Mykal Dozier Myers, 3 months, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Monday, April 25, 2016 at his home.
He was born January 16, 2016 in St. Joseph, Missouri.
You were the happiest baby we have ever seen and always put a smile on everyone’s face. We are blessed to have had you in our lives and will cherish every moment we had together. You will be forever missed but not forgotten.
He was preceded in death by his uncle, Chad Alexander Adkins.
Survivors include mother, Caitlin Cress; father, Raymond Myers; sister, Kaydence Klamert; maternal grandparents, Duane Cress (Peggy Girling) and Lisa Hyatt; paternal grandparents, Michelle Galvan and Mike Myers, Jr.; and numerous extended family.
The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Roger Douglas Meyer
1943-2016

Roger Douglas Meyer, of Rushville, Missouri passed away April 25, 2016 at his home in Rushville.
Roger was born February 1, 1943 in Atchison, Kansas, the son of Elmer Theodore Meyer and Alzada Abie (Bixler) Meyer. He graduated from Atchison High School in 1961. In 1965, he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology and East Asian Studies from University of Kansas and a Masters in History in 1967. During the summer of 1967, he received a National Defence Foreign Language Grant for Chinese Language study, He attended the University of Illinois for his Ph.D. work in history. He was the recipient of several National Defence Foreign Language Fellowships along with the Fulbright Fellowship for research in Taiwan.
During his time in Taiwan, he taught at the National Cheng-chi University, Central Police College and the Ministry of Finance Training Institute. He was an English Adviser to the Minister of Finance and Minister of Economic Affairs. He finished his career with the China External Trade Development Council as Editor of Taiwan Products and Trade Opportunities magazines as well as being the writer of the Doing Business With Taiwan, an annual book-length publication.
In 1987, Roger received grant support from the Council for Cultural Planning and Development of the Executive Yuan of the Republic of China (Taiwan) and the Pacific Cultural Foundation and sponsorship of the Europe Asie Association Culturelle for exhibition of commercial folk art design collection at the Galerie ART ET COMMUNICATION, Paris, France. He married Liang Yi Liu (Elsa) on June 7, 1987 in Taipei, Taiwan. She survives of the home. He is also survived by his sister, Janet McDermott, and nephew Jake.
After 27 years living in Taipei, he retired in 2004. He and Elsa returned to live a peaceful country life in Rushville, Missouri. Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Memorials are suggested to the Friends of Parkville Animal Shelter, P.O. Box 29121 Parkville, MO 64152. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

LeRoy F. Merkel
1928-2016

Robinson, KS LeRoy F. Merkel, 87, of Robinson, passed away Friday morning, April 22, 2016, at Hiawatha Community Hospital.
He was born September 28, 1928, near Everest, one of three children born to Frank and Edna Craige Merkel and was a lifelong Everest-Robinson area. He attended country grade school near Everest and high school at Robinson. LeRoy served in the Kansas Army National Guard, 2nd BN, 130th FA, of Hiawatha, during the 1950’s, discharged at the rank of sergeant.
Mr. Merkel was a lifetime member of Upper Wolf Lutheran Church of rural Robinson. He was a charter member of the Robinson Lions Club, receiving his 55 year pin in April 2015. He played many characters in the Lions Club annual Melodrama. He always looked forward to that and had so much fun doing so. He also held and served many offices throughout the years in the Club.
The last few years during the summer months, you would see LeRoy cruising the streets of Robinson in his golf cart, a gift from his children. This brought him much enjoyment visiting with friends and neighbors.
LeRoy married Charlene Bauman, March 25, 1951, at Upper Wolf Lutheran Church, southeast of Robinson. Their entire married life of 65 years was spent in the Robinson community where he farmed and raised livestock before retiring and moving to town. Charlene survives of the home.
Also surviving are a son Gary Merkel (Virginia) of Robinson; a daughter Carol Van Dyke (Jeffrey) of Plainville, KS; grandchildren: Kelly and Mark Perrier of Wichita, Jill & Chris Malkerson of Minneapolis, MN, Clinton & Leah Merkel of Lansing, Matthew Van Dyke of Plainville; great-grandchildren: Lauren Perrier, Leo Malkerson, and Drew Perrier; a sister Maxine Bauman (Kenneth) of Sabetha; and several nieces and nephews.
LeRoy was preceded in death by his parents; and a sister Thelma Morrison.
A Celebration of LeRoy’s life is planned for 10:30 a.m. Monday, April 25, 2016, at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hiawatha. Interim Pastor Steve Evans, of Upper Wolf/Zion Lutheran Church will officiate. Interment will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Hiawatha.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 10 a.m. Sunday where the family will visit from 2 until 4 that afternoon.
Memorial contributions are suggested to the LeRoy Merkel Memorial Fund to be designated later by the family, which may be sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th St., 66434.

Ralph L. Jenkins
1932-2016

Ralph L. Jenkins, 83, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family Friday, April 22, 2016.
He was born November 3, 1932 in Sioux City, Iowa.
He graduated from Iowa State with a Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture Science and Economics. He was the production planning manager at Quaker Oats until retiring after 38 years.
Ralph married Shirley M. Sinkler on September 1, 1957.
He proudly served in the United States Navy during the Korean War. Ralph was a member of Living Hope Church, Sertoma and was also a Cub Scout leader and Assistant Scout Master in the Boy Scouts. Most recently he was very involved in Missouri Right to Life.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Ronald and Evangeline (Webster) Jenkins; and brothers, Raymond and Judson Jenkins.
Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Shirley; children, Andrea Gammon (Alan), Clever, Missouri, Suellen Newman (Tom), Louisville, Kentucky and Curtis Jenkins (Dawn), Greensboro, North Carolina; two grandchildren, Allison Hails (Adam) and Aaron Gammon (Laila); great grandson, Isaac David Hails; nephews, Jerry Jenkins (Debra) and Jeff Jenkins (Kathie); and extended family and friends.
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 Living Hope Church or Pregnancy Resource Center. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Cameron T. Clark
1972-2016

HOLTON – Cameron T. Clark, 43, of Holton, died Sunday, April 24, 2016 at his home.
He was born December 12, 1972 in Topeka, the son of Robert and Shelia Fink Clark. He graduated from Royal Valley High School in 1991.
Cameron was a member of the Hoyt United Methodist Church and had been involved with the Hoyt Livewires 4-H Club and the Boy Scouts in his youth.
He was preceded in death by his father.
Survivors include his mother and step-father, Shelia and Marvin Murray, Hoyt; a sister, Janita Jordan, Holton; and aunts and uncles, Schrita Fink, Hoyt, Sonya Bergman, Mayetta, Mary Moore, Lawrence and William Clark, Alta Vista.
Cremation is planned. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, April 29th at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hoyt. Inurnment will be later in the Steward Cemetery at Hoyt. Family and friends will meet from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the Cameron Clark Memorial Fund, and may be sent in care of the funeral home, PO Box 280, Hoyt, 66440.

Delta I. Marten
1918-2016

ONAGA – Delta I. Marten, 97, of Onaga, died Sunday, April 24, 2016 at Community Hospital Onaga.
She was born November 18, 1918 near Onaga, the daughter of Charley and Emma Wrosch Zabel. She was baptized and confirmed at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Duluth, where she was a lifelong member. She was also a member of the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League at St. Paul’s.
She was married to Lorenz Marten on March 8, 1939 at Duluth. Lornez and Delta moved north of Onaga where they farmed until Lorenz passed away on April 12, 1979.
Delta had worked at the Honig Merchantile and was a rural mail carrier, but was primarily a homemaker and loved to quilt. She quilted many beautiful quilts, not only for all of her children, but for all of her grandchildren. For many years she quilted at the Onaga Senior Center. She also enjoyed crocheting and continued to do so until very recently. Many people were blessed with her gifts of crocheted hangars that she enjoyed making and sharing. Delta was also known around Onaga for her delicious angel food cakes that she made for family and friends.
She was also preceded in death by her parents, two sons, Ronald Marten in 2003 and Kenneth Marten in 2013, four sisters and one brother.
Survivors include a son, David Marten (Cathy), Onaga; a daughter-in-law, Mary Kay Marten; eight grandchildren, seventeen great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Delta will be missed by many people that loved her.
Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday, April 28th at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. Burial will follow in the Onaga Cemetery. Delta will lie in state Wednesday at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Onaga where a Prayer Service will be held at 6:30 p.m., followed by visitation until 8:00. Memorials are suggested to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and may be sent in care of the funeral home, P.O. Box 312, Onaga, 66521.

Beverly J. Silkett
1945-2016

Beverly J. Silkett, 71, Tarkio, Missouri passed away Sunday, April 24, 2016, at a healthcare facility in Maryville, Missouri.
She was born April 10, 1945 in New Bedford, Massachusetts.
Beverly went to elementary and middle school in Massachusetts and graduated from South Mountain High School Class of 1963 in Phoenix, Arizona.
She married David Silkett in November 1996. Beverly was a secretary with Global Van Lines and had several other jobs that she held but her most favorite was working as a librarian because she loved books. She was also the owner/operator of Miracle Hot Springs in California, had a CDL and drove trucks.
She was known as a sharp shooter and a member of the NRA. She was credited with starting First Women’s shooting team at South Mountain High. Beverly enjoyed driving stock cars and motorcycles. She was a big fan of John Denver and attended several concerts of his in Arizona. She traveled to every state except Alaska and Hawaii and enjoyed crocheting and crafting. Family was important to her, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Roland and Mary (Oliver) Adams.
Survivors include husband, David, Tarkio, Missouri; children, Deborah Barraza-McCall (Tiffany), Surprise, Arizona, Michelle Navin (Jim), Tarkio, Missouri, and Tina Harbour (Steve Friedle), Bakersfield, California; five grandchildren, Michael Indelicato, James Navin, Jr., Gillian Harbour, Jayce Navin, Jesse Navin and Sundance Barajas, whom she considered a granddaughter; two great-grandchildren, Roland Adams (Carol) and William Adams (Kim); and several nieces and nephews.
Memorial Service 1:00 P.M. Friday, First Baptist Church, Tarkio, Missouri. The family will gather with friends one hour prior to the service, First Baptist Church, Tarkio, Missouri. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.