Laura Christine Swartz
1978-2015

Laura Christine Swartz 36, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Wednesday July 8, 2015 at Mosaic Life Care in Saint Joseph. She was born August 19, 1978 in St. Joseph, Missouri daughter of Diane & Gary Wells. She married Andrew Swartz on June 16, 2007 he survives of the home. She graduated from Benton High School, then attended Truman State University for one year and graduated from Missouri Western State University with a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology. She worked at Boehringer Ingelheim as a Microbiologist. She enjoyed music, reading books, loved her cats and all animals, she enjoyed volunteering at the Animal Shelter. Laura also loved to travel especially Europe and the all over the United States. Preceding her in death are her paternal grandparents, Gene and Betty Wells, maternal grandfather, Enos Simerly, maternal grandmother, Maxine (Simerly) McQueen, father-in-law, Sam Swartz, aunt, Juanita Wells, and uncle, Albert Wells. Survivors include husband, Andrew Swartz of the home, her parents, a sister, Angela D. (Jack) Boatwright of Gower, MO, 2 nieces: Lydia and Emelia, 2 nephews: Jakob and Ethan, mother-in-law, Barbara Swartz of St. Joseph, MO, uncle, James (Judi) Simerly. The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm on Monday at the Rupp Funeral Home. She will be cremated under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. Memorials are requested to the St. Joseph Animal Shelter. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

Dixie Lee Kley
1950-2015

Dixie Lee Kley 65, of Atchison, Kansas passed away Saturday July 4, 2015 at her home.She was born April 28, 1950 in Greenville, South Carolina daughter of Blanche & William Griffin. She worked as a drug and alcohol Counselor for many years, and was a licensed therapeutic foster parent. she was a member of – L.D.S. in Atchison, KS. Dixie was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, a son, William Duane Smart. She is survived by 3 daughters, Billie Smart of Atchison, KS, Denise Mattox of Rushville, MO, and Amy Wiehe, a step-daughter, Angela Kley of UT, and a son Tom Smart of Indiana, 10 grandchildren, Cody, Joseph, Steven, Benjamin, Edward, Eugene, Carlos, William, River, and Wanda, brother, William Griffin, and a sister, Michele Cardenas. A memorial service will be held Saturday, July 11, 2015 at 4:00 pm at the Church of LDS in Atchison, KS, a celebration of life will follow at the family home in Atchison.She has been cremated under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

Freda Christeen (Caruthers) Bell
1932-2015

Freda Christeen (Caruthers) Bell was born January 26, 1932, in Little Rock, AR to David M. and Fanny C. Caruthers, who preceded her in death. Freda is survived by her faithful husband of 67 years, Charles Bell; her three children and their spouses: sons C. Douglas Bell and wife Vicki, and Dennis Bell and wife Cheri and daughter Nancy Nelson. Also surviving are grandsons Dennis Bell and wife Kelly, Scott Bell and wife Debbie, Brian Bell and wife Lynn, Joel Woodward and wife Melinda, Bradley Wilson and wife Jessica; granddaughters Amy Maudlin and husband Mike and Ashley Castle and husband Daniel. Fredas brother Jesse Bagwell and sister Margaret Midge Roach survive her, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Nine great-grandchildren survive her: Alex, Courtney, and Reagan Maudlin, Amanda Woodward, Cooper Wilson, Hailey, Taylor, Dylan and Trevor Bell. Freda was a faithful wife, and devoted mother, sister, grandmother and daughter who dedicated her life to the care of those around her. She worked as both a beautician and real estate agent, but her heartbeat was as a homemaker. Her most notable attribute was her generosity and willingness to reach out to others. Fredas faith in Jesus served as a source of motivation through life and was a comfort and peace as she transitioned from this world. She was dearly loved and will be sorely missed. Graveside Farewell Services & Interment 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, Leavenworth National Cemetery. The family suggests memorial gifts to Focus on the Family. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Paul Gray Greer
1989-2015

Paul Gray Greer, 26, St. Joseph, Missouri went home to be with his precious Saviour, Jesus Christ, on Sunday, July 5, 2015.
He was born June 13, 1989 to Dennis and Deborah (Egli) Greer in Wausau, Wisconsin.
Paul was diagnosed with cancer at age 16 and fought the battle for ten years. He used this to help and inspire others to not give up hope.
Paul was home schooled and later attended Missouri Western State University where he recently received an Honorary Bachelors of Humane Letters Degree.
When he was younger he served two years with Novo Ministries in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma at an intercity childrens ministry.
He worked for Marlow White Military Uniforms, Inc. in Leavenworth, Kansas. This is a place he enjoyed being a part of and afforded him the opportunity to work with all three of his brothers.
He was preceded in death by his aunt, Rebecca Anne Wilson.
Survivors include his parents; three brothers, Sean (Karen), Daniel (Rachel) and Stephen (Audrey) Greer; sister, Erin Greer; seven nieces and nephews; maternal grandparents, John Egli and Rebecca Christian; and a host of aunts, uncles and cousins.
Farewell Services 11:00 A.M. Thursday, Bible Baptist Temple. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 5:00 to 7:30 P.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Mr. Greer will be removed from the funeral home to arrive at the church one hour prior to the service. The family suggests memorial contributions to Bible Baptist Temple to help defray funeral expenses. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

 Gazorillo Hezious Ragan

Gazorillo Hezious Ragan, 11 days, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Tuesday, June 29, 2015 at his home.
He was born June 18, 2015 to Roxanne Carol Ragan in St. Joseph, Missouri.
Survivors include his mother; and sister, Olivia Gwen Hall.
Only God Can Use Me.
Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Deborah A. Debbie Johnson
1950-2015

Deborah A. Debbie Johnson, 64, Rushville, Missouri passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Sunday, June 28, 2015.
She was born July 25, 1950 to Elroy and Pauline Sheehan in Rock Island, Illinois.
Debbie married Marc Johnson on September 17, 1983.
She was a Jehovahs Witness. Debbie was an animal lover and considered her pets family. One of her favorite pastimes was the Renaissance Festival. She would dress the part and knew all the performers. One of her most endearing qualities was her great wit and dry sense of humor.
She was preceded in death by her father.
Survivors include husband, Marc; children, Michael Yeater (Stacy), Jason Yeater, and Bonnie Johnson; grandchildren, Michael John, Seth, Sean, and Brandon; 1 great-granddaughter, Peyton; mother, Pauline; and sister Peggy Dusenberry.
Graveside Farewell Services & Interment 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, Armstrong Cemetery. Interment Armstrong Cemetery, Rushville, Missouri. The family suggests memorial gifts to Wayside Waifs Shelter, 3901 Martha Truman Road, Kansas City, Missouri 64137. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Laverna Rose Jackson-Crowley
1930-2015

Laverna Rose Jackson- Crowley, 84, of Falls City, Nebraska, passed away Saturday, June 27, 2015 at a local healthcare facility in Falls City.
Laverna was born October 14, 1930 in Forest City, Missouri to.. Vernon and Ethyl Markt.
Surviving family includes son, Rickey R. Jackson, grandchildren, Shawn and Katrinka, four great-grandchildren, brother, Charles Markt, sisters, Mary Dodson and Sue Fuets.
She was preceded in death by her parents, a daughter, brother, Robert, sisters, Beverly, Ellen and Margaret.
Visitation will begin after 11:00 AM Wednesday, July 1, 2015 at Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel, where the family will receive friends from 4:00 to 6:00 PM Wednesday. A Celebration of Life will be held following the Visitation at our Chapel on Wednesday.
Inurnment will be held at Memorial Park Cemetery at a later date.

Christopher “Chris” Lee Jones
1986-2015

Christopher “Chris” Lee Jones 28, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Friday, June 26, 2015 at Mosaic Life Care. He was born September 16, 1986 in St. Joseph, MO, son of Nova and Steven Jones. He attended Lafayette High School and had worked at Triumph Foods. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, but most especially spending time with his children; Caden, Cayce and Chloe Jones. Additional survivors are his parents, a brother, Donald (MacKenzie) Jones of St. Joseph, MO, fiance, Colby Phillips of St. Joseph, MO., and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by maternal grandparents, Glen & Jneva Huston, and paternal grandparents, Donald & Norma Jones.
Funeral services will be conducted at 10:30 am on Wednesday, July 1, 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 Memorial Park Cemetery. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Deborah A. (Debbie) Johnson

Deborah A. (Debbie) Johnson, 64, Rushville, Missouri passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Sunday, June 28, 2015.
Farewell Services pending Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory.

Orventa “Sissy” Anderson
1914-2015

Orventa “Sissy” Anderson 101, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, June 26, 2015 in a Saint Joseph, MO health care center. She was born June 22, 1914 in New Market, MO, daughter of Hattie and Role Winder. She was a homemaker and a farm wife, who enjoyed sewing, crochet, and quilting. Sissy was a member of the King Hill Baptist Church and the Pleasant Ridge Baptist church of Weston, MO. She was preceded in death by parents, a brother, Willard Winder, and a sister, Alberta Kyle. Survivors include, step daughter, Helen Marie (Marion) Munns of Colorado, Step granddaughter, Deborah Allio, step grandson, Ron Munns, three step great grandchildren, Tim, Matthew & Lisa, and a nephew, Gary Winder of St. Joseph, MO.
Funeral services will be conducted at 10:00 am, on Tuesday, June 30, 2015 at Rupp Funeral Home, with Dr. Jim Anderson 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 New Market Cemetery . Memorials are requested to the Journey Baptist Church formerly the King Hill Baptist Church. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.
Gertrude Gertie M. Jennings
1941-2015

Gertrude Gertie M. Jennings, 73, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Sunday, June 21, 2015 at a local healthcare facility.
She was born July 4, 1941 to Floyd and Lola Norine (Zellers) Proctor.
She enjoyed playing bingo, going to the casino, sewing and collecting pens. She was a sassy fire cracker and will be greatly missed.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Max Jennings; parents; great-granddaughter, Tilayna Calhoon; brother, Paul Proctor; and sister, Deanna Proffit.
Survivors include her daughter, Sandra Crippen; sons, Harold, Danny, Steve, and Frank Calhoon and James Jones; brothers, Roy, Charles, Dennis and Gary Proctor; sisters, Denise Lemons, Stella OCallaghan and Sharon Theas; 10 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and numerous extended family members.
Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial contributions to the funeral home to help offset funeral expenses. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Robert “Bob” Dwane Taylor
1931-2015

Robert “Bob” Dwane Taylor 84, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, June 25, 2015 at Mosaic Life Care. He was born June 12, 1931 in Wichita, KS. He married Ruth Ellis on February 16, 1963 and they shared 52 years together. He served in the United States Marine Corp and is a veteran of the Korean War. He retired as a commercial union painter. He enjoyed He hunting, fishing and music, was a member of V.F.W. Post 11, and the American Legion post 359. Bob was preceded in death by his parents. father, Pete Taylor, mother, Oma Lovett, three sons, Douglas, John and Randy Taylor, and a daughter-in-law, Sharon Conroy. Survivors include, wife, Ruth Taylor of the home, four sons, Roger Taylor of CA, Michael (Christy) Conroy, Roger (Lonna) Conroy, and Steve Conroy all of St. Joseph, MO, three daughters, Tina Taylor (Belinda Kalig) of Saint Joseph, MO, Roberta Giles and Cheryl of CA, and daughter-in-law, Patricia Harrison of St. Joseph, MO, a grandson he raised Nathen Taylor Sr. of St. Joseph,. MO. as well as numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be conducted at 10:00 am, on Monday, June 29, 2015 at Rupp Funeral Home, with Pastor Adrian Jones officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Sunday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Dearborn Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the Disabled Veterans, D.A.V. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Robert E. Siela
1923-2015

Robert E. Siela, 91, Cameron, Missouri passed away Monday, June 22, 2015.
He was born July 17, 1923 to Joseph and Edna (Kessler) Siela in Hurlingen, Missouri. He graduated from Easton High School, class of 1940.
Mr. Siela proudly served in the US Navy during World War II.
He married Eileen M. Marshall in 1952. She preceded him in death in 2013.
Known as Cowboy, he ran the Centennial Family Dairy Farm that has been in the family since 1845. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and American Legion Post 359. He was very independent and did things his way. Robert enjoyed playing bingo and pitch in his free time.
He was also preceded in death by his parents; brothers, James, Gerald and Eugene Siela and Joseph Clarion; and sisters, Mary Louise Mackiewicz and Erma Buelher.
Survivors include his children, Carol Wright and Tim Siela; sister, Eunice Grier; grandchildren, Charles Wright, Chad Wright, Natalie Wright-Newman and Chantell Pennington (Tony); and great-grandchildren, Ayklen, Macie and Jaxsen.
Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 A.M. Monday, Seven Dolors Catholic Church. Interment St. Marys Cemetery, Hurlingen, Missouri. Parish rosary 6:00P.M. Sunday, Meierhoffer Fuenral Home & Crematory, where the family will gather with friends 6:30 to 8:30 P.M. Sunday. Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to the Missouri Veterans Home in Cameron, Missouri. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Anita F. Brockman
1923-2015

Anita F. Brockman, 92, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Saturday, June 13, 2015 at a local healthcare facility.
She was born February 19, 1923 to Henry and Anna (Fischer) Kiehnhoff of rural Wathena, Kansas.
Anita married Glen C. Brockman on October 23, 1948. He preceded her in death in 2007.
Mrs. Brockman worked for the U.S. War Department under the Adjutant Generals Office in Washington D.C., during World War II. After the war she took a job with the Federal Aviation in Kansas City, Missouri where she met her husband. She was also involved with serving her church, Our Savior Lutheran in Eufaula, Oklahoma, and volunteering.
Upon retirement, Anita and her husband enjoyed traveling in the U.S. and abroad and attending Elderhostel courses at various colleges. She was also preceded in death by her parents.
Survivors include her step-daughter, Natalie Plummer, one grandson and two great-grandchildren of Prairie Village, Kansas; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Farewell Services 10:30 A.M. Saturday, Christ Lutheran Church, Wathena, Kansas. Inurnment Bethel Cemetery, Concordia, Missouri, at a later date. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial donations to Christ Lutheran Church, 2108 US 36, Wathena, Kansas, 66090. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Dennis DB N. Butler
1946-2015

Dennis DB N. Butler, 68, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Tuesday, June 23, 2015 at Mosaic Life Care.
He was born September 23, 1946 to William and Nedella (Welter) Butler in St. Joseph, Missouri.
He graduated from Lafayette High School class of 1964, Central Missouri State University and Missouri Western State College.
Dennis married Liz Brunk on September 25, 1976. She survives of the home.
Mr. Butler proudly served in the US Army Reserve, retiring as a Sergeant.
He had worked for Herzog for the past 38 years.
DB was an avid Royals and MU Tigers fan. The most important thing to him was his family, especially his grandchildren. He was also a lifetime member of Happy Hour at Nortys and leaves behind many cherished friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, William Buddy and Gary E. Butler; and sister, Patricia Patty Baker.
Survivors include his wife of 38 years, Liz Butler; children, Benji Butler, Joshua White and Jenny Butler; grandchildren, Hayley Butler, Kaitlyn and Jagger Mejia; and beloved dog, Reagan.
Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to Wounded Warrior Project or Disabled American Veterans. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Alice Marie Grafton
1925-2015

Alice Marie Grafton, 89, of St. Joseph, passed away Tuesday, June 23, 2015 at a local health care center.
Alice was born October 19, 1925 to Shannon and Elizabeth (Armstrong) Stephens in Doniphan County, Kansas. She grew up in the Doniphan County area, graduating from Atchison High School. During WWII, she went to work for Union Pacific Rail Road where she met her husband Rex Grafton, who was currently serving in the U.S. Navy. They later married on February 1, 1946 and moved to St. Joseph. Alice was a homemaker and loved to cook, especially known for her pie baking. Alice was a Christian and a member of King Hill Christian Church, where she had previously served as church secretary.
Preceding her in death are her parents; her husband Rex in 1989; and two brothers, Gerald and Robert Stephens.
Survivors include two children, Michael (Judy) Grafton, of Blue Springs, MO and Kristi Grafton, of St. Joseph; four grandchildren, Christopher Grafton, Dana (Bruce) Evans, Stacy (Roy) Ewing and Kelly (Derek) Thomas; six great-grandchildren; one sister-in-law; several nieces and nephews and longtime companion, Bill Marcell.
Graveside Services and Interment will be 1:00 p.m. Friday, at Doniphan Cemetery, Doniphan Kansas with Chaplain Alan Pruitt officiating. Visitation will be after 2:00 p.m. today, at Clark-Sampson Funeral Home where family will receive friends 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Crossroads Hospice or The Wounded Warrior Project.

Anita F. Brockman
1923-2015

Anita F. Brockman, 92, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Saturday, June 13, 2015 at a local healthcare facility.
She was born February 19, 1923 to Henry and Anna (Fischer) Kiehnhoff of rural Wathena, Kansas.
Anita married Glen C. Brockman on October 23, 1948. He preceded her in death in 2007.
Mrs. Brockman worked for the U.S. War Department under the Adjutant Generals Office in Washington D.C., during World War II. After the war she took a job with the Federal Aviation in Kansas City, Missouri where she met her husband. She was also involved with serving her church, Our Savior Lutheran in Eufaula, Oklahoma, and volunteering.
Upon retirement, Anita and her husband enjoyed traveling in the U.S. and abroad and attending Elderhostel courses at various colleges. She was also preceded in death by her parents.
Survivors include her step-daughter, Natalie Plummer, one grandson and two great-grandchildren of Prairie Village, Kansas; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Farewell Services 10:30 A.M. Saturday, Christ Lutheran Church, Wathena, Kansas. Inurnment Bethel Cemetery, Concordia, Missouri, at a later date. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial donations to Christ Lutheran Church, 2108 US 36, Wathena, Kansas, 66090. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Marjorie Daw Haage
1927-2015

Marjorie Daw Haage, 87, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Friday, May 22, 2015 at a local healthcare facility.
She was born May 30, 1927 in Hutchinson, Kansas.
Marjorie married Don Haage in Garden City, Kansas, on January 3, 1945.
She was a member of First Presbyterian Church, where she was also an elder; a 50-year member of PEO, most recently of Chapter JF; Runcie Club; and Missouri Western State University Ambassadors Club. She volunteered at the St. Joseph Convention and Visitors Bureau, Trails West, and for the Performing Arts Association. Marjorie was an active partner with her husband in the clothing business in Phillipsburg, KS, and Maryville, MO, and later in real estate in St. Joseph. She also worked at the Missouri Western University library for 18 years.
Marjorie was preceded in death by her husband; parents, Edwin and Gertrude (Cassidy) Daw; and a sister, Lois Peddicord. Survivors include daughters, Donna Minton, St. Joseph, Missouri, Deborah McClymont (John), Norton, Kansas, Denise Biechler (Dean), Ames, Iowa; and Deidre Black (Keith), Tucson, Arizona; nine grandsons, Scott Westbrook (Candi), Kirk Westbrook (Laura), Grant McClymont (Cindel), Will Minton (Ashley), Darrin Black (Wendy), Devin Black (Kailey), Josef Biechler, Peter Biechler and Reikel Biechler (Mary); granddaughter, Kathryn Wilson (Kevin); eleven great-grandchildren, Connor, Mackenzie, Arik, Chloe, Lily Westbrook, Kingston and Avery McClymont, Juniper Minton, Samantha, Abigail and Ryan Black; and numerous nieces and nephews. Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Saturday, June 27, First Presbyterian Church. Inurnment Memorial Park Mausoleum. The family will gather with friends 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to The First Presbyterian Church, St. Joseph, MO. The family would like to thank Hospice, nurses, and techs at Living Community for their care and watchful eyes. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Kenneth F. Budine
1987 – 2015

Kenneth Floyd Budine, 27, Savannah, MO passed from this life on Monday, June 22, 2015. He was born October 20, 1987 in Kansas City, MO to George and Cindy (Hughes) Budine.
Kenneth loved his family and friends. He was an Eagle Scout and did not know a stranger; he enjoyed motorcycles, traveling, fishing, and playing the piano. He graduated from Savannah High School in 2006. He worked at Country Mart and Spader Farms and loved to be around the horses.
Survivors include, his parents; one brother Kyle Budine and Fiancé Caitie Turner all of Savannah, MO; sister, Terin Budine, St. Louis, MO; maternal grandfather, Franklin Hughes and friend Sue Hagee; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. He was preceded in death by his triplet brother Kurt Budine; maternal grandmother, Bernita Hughes; paternal grandparents, Lloyd and Gladys Budine
Celebration of Life will be 10:00 AM Friday, June 26, 2015 at Breit–Hawkins Funeral Home; Savannah, MO. Interment will be in Fillmore Cemetery, Fillmore, MO. Public visitation and family receiving hours 5 to 8 PM Thursday, June 25, 2015 at the Funeral Home. Memorial donations suggested to the Andrew County Food Pantry.

Richard V. McGuire, Sr.
1924 – 2015

Richard Vernon McGuire, Sr. 91 Rosendale, MO passed from this life on Monday, June 22, 2015 at LaVerna Village in Savannah. He was born in St. Joseph, MO on January 19, 1924 to Claude and Emma (Roberts) McGuire.
Richard married Gloria Young on November 22, 1944 in Atchison, KS. He was a member of the Rosendale Christian Church, Rosendale, MO. His home meant everything to him and he loved his family dearly. Richard enjoyed farming, was a good honest person and a quit man but when he spoke you listened.
Survivors include his wife Gloria of the home; one son, Richard (Debbie) McGuire; one daughter-in-law Jean McGuire, both of Rosendale, MO; sister Francis (John) McKinney, St. Joseph, MO; four grandchildren, Harold McGuire, Debbie Dykes, Jesse McGuire, Sarah Zimmerman; great grandchildren, Alyssa McGuire, Keith Zimmerman, and Jacob Zimmerman. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Dean McGuire; sister, Dorothy Close; and a brother – in law, Edwin Close
Celebration of Life will be 10:00 AM Thursday, June 25, 2015 at Breit–Hawkins Funeral Home; Savannah, MO. Interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, St. Joseph, MO. Public visitation and family receiving hours 6 to 8 PM Wednesday, June 24, 2015 at the Funeral Home. Memorial donations suggested to the American Heart Association.

Nancy (Miller) Livengood
1953-2015

Nancy (Miller) Livengood, 62, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Sunday, June 21, 2015 at a healthcare facility.
She was born January 21, 1953 to Lawrence and Dorothy (Stiens) Miller in Maryville, Missouri.
She was preceded in death by her dad; and brother, Robert Miller.
Survivors include mother, Dorothy Miller; sisters, Judy Isgrigg (Jesse), Kay Nielson (Ron), Peggy Townsend (Ken), Alice Bricco (Randy), Shirley Sullivan (Steve), and Lisa Cirks (Tom); brothers, Ron Miller (Pam), Bill Miller, Paul Miller (Jean), Steve Miller (Stephanie); many nieces and nephews.
Mass of Christian Burial 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, St. Gregorys Catholic Church. Inurnment St. Mary Cemetery, Maryville, Missouri. The family will gather with friends one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to assist with mental health in care of Kay Nielson, 28605 State Hwy. M, Barnard, Missouri 64423. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com

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Nancy Irene Silvey
1946-2015

Nancy Irene Silvey, 68, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Saturday, June 20, 2015 at Mosaic Life Care.
She was born August 28, 1946 in Wathena, Kansas.
Nancy married Ronald Silvey March 5, 1966.
She was a secretary for the Western Regional Diagnostic Correctional Center, from which she retired in 2013.
She ran Silveys Flower Shop and was quite creative and enjoyed crafts.
She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Jodie Ward; and several brothers and sisters.
Survivors include husband, Ronald, St. Joseph, Missouri; daughters, Ronna Clark (Andy), Melissa Richie (Patrick), and Christine Duncan (Scott) all of St. Joseph, Missouri; grandchildren, Ryann, Derek (Shawna)and Jessica Summerford, Hunter, Camden, and Heaven Richie, Drake and Baylor Duncan; great-grandchildren, Aidan, Rylan, and Shelby; son-in-law, Doug Ward; and numerous brothers, sisters, nieces, and nephews.
Graveside Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, Memorial Park Cemetery. Inurnment 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 St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.