Edith L. “Edie” Shear
1929-2018

HIAWATHA, KS Edith L Shear, 88, died Wednesday evening, September 26th , 2018, at the Pines of Hiawatha.

Edie and her twin sister Emma (Kale) were born December 7th, 1929 in rural Jackson County, KS near Delia, to Gomer and Ruth Jenkins. She had fond memories of her childhood in rural Jackson County, particularly the time spent with her many cousins. The family moved for a short time to Garden City, Ks and then to Berkley, California. After the death of her father, the family moved to Hiawatha, Ks where Edie graduated with the Hiawatha High School class of 1947. On August 9th, 1948 she married William “Bill” Shear.

Bill’s career gave them the opportunity to live in many places including Youngstown, Ohio, and Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay Area of California, Louisiana, Kansas City, and finally retiring back to Hiawatha in 1987.

Edie and Bill would joke about dying only a handful of miles from their birthplaces, yet they traveled the world together and knew how to savor the day and the people around them, no matter where they were. They relished the life they had built together.

Edie and her twin sister, Emma, and their mother Ruth ran an antique store in Hiawatha for many years. A sale or flea market rarely passed without Edie in attendance. They were known locally for their vast knowledge of antiques. Edie and Emma would sometimes do Antique Road Show type presentations locally where people could bring their antiques and Edie and Emma would be able to give them a little background on the item as well as an estimated value.

Edie is preceded in death by her husband, Bill Shear, parents, Gomer Jenkins and Ruth Jenkins Kale, step father Wayne Kale, brother in law Jerry Kale, and nephew Murry Kale.

She is survived by her sister, Emma Kale of Hiawatha; nieces: Claudia Kale (Ted Socolofsky) of Loveland, Co, Sharon Stelzer (Matt) of Albuquerque, NM, and Jenny Knudson (Bruce), of Hiawatha, as well as great nieces Annika Socolofsky of Princeton, New Jersey, Paloma Kwiedacz of Phoenix, AZ, Savannah Stelzer of Seattle, Washington, and Becca Knudson of Hiawatha.

A Celebration of Edie’s life is planned for 11 a.m. Monday, October 1, at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, Hiawatha. Shane Spangler will officiate. Interment will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Hiawatha.

Friends may call at the funeral home after 12 noon Sunday. The family will meet with friends one hour prior to services Monday.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Brown County Historical Society, sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th St., Hiawatha 66434.

Michael “Pit” Wayne Patterson
1958-2018

Michael “Pit” Wayne Patterson 60, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, September 26, 2018 in Sedalia, MO. He was born April 23, 1958 in Joliet, IL, son of Patricia and Albert Patterson. He graduated from Central High School class of 1976 and worked at the Wyoming Department of Transportation as a Bridge Inspector for over 30 years. He enjoyed woodworking, riding his Harley-Davidson, and mechanics, and he was a Born again Christian. Michael was preceded in death by father, Albert “Pat” Patterson, brothers, Fred Robidoux, and Walt Robidoux, and granddaughter, Erika Juarez. Survivors include, mother, Patricia “Pat” ( Herbert “Doc”) Patterson, St. Joseph, MO, daughters, Soraya (Chad) Juarez, Lee’s Summit, MO, and Ricci Patterson of Casper, WY, sisters, Debbie (Garry) Howdeshell, and Shelly Patterson both of St. Joseph, MO, grandchildren, Emily, Rachael, Dillan Spence, Aidan, Ashlynn, and Aaric. and his former wife, Peggy Bishop-Patterson of Cheyenne, WY. The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM on Saturday with a funeral services starting at 2:00 pm, Saturday, September 29, 2018 at Rupp Funeral Home. Memorials are requested to the M.A.D.D. – Mothers Against Drunk Drivers. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Charlene Marie Grimm
1945-2018

Charlene Marie Grimm 73, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, September 26, 2018 in Saint Joseph, MO health care center. She was born January 6, 1945 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of the late Alice Witrock and Stanley Kizior. She graduated from Benton High School, was a Homemaker. She enjoyed collecting angels, and Christmas memorabilia, where you would find her home decorated almost year round. Charlene and her husband Curtis where also very well known as Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus attending many local events for over 25 years. She was a member of APWU American Postal Workers Union Auxiliary, and PTA as past president and the New Life Cathedral Church. Charlene was preceded in death by husband, Curtis Grimm, father, Stanley Francis Kizior Sr., mother, Alice Marie Bunton, sister, Mary Alice Schreiber. Survivors include, sons, Rob (Tracy) Grimm, and David (Alyse) Grimm both of Saint Joseph, MO, grandchildren: Chris Grimm, Allie Grimm, Bailey Cordonnier, and Kayla Cordonnier, and her brother, Stanley “J.R.” Kizior Jr. of Saint Joseph, MO.

Funeral services: 10:00 am, Monday, October 1, 2018 at Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Robert Flach officiating, The family will receive friends from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM on Sunday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Mount Auburn Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the Arthritis Foundation. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Kelly Ann Ingram
1972-2018

Kelly Ann Ingram 46, Saint Joseph, Missouri died Saturday September 29, 2018 in Saint Joseph. Born February 13, 1972, St. Joseph, Preceded in death by parents; Jimmie and Donna Ingram. Survivors include son Michael Haywood, brother, Scott (Clarrisa ) Ingram. Cremation under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. There are no scheduled visitation or memorial services at this time. Memorials are requested to the Kelly Ingram Memorial fund in care of the Rupp Funeral Home or Donate on ruppfuneral.com – funeral fund. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

Stephen Joseph Mihelich
1931-2018

Stephen Joseph Mihelich 86, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, September 28, 2018 in a Saint Joseph, MO health care center. He was born December 29, 1931 in St. Joseph, MO, son of the Late Stephen and Katie Mihelich. He attended Christian Brothers High School, then served in the United States Navy and is a veteran of the Korean War. He retired from Farmland Chemical as a Supervisor. He enjoyed Old Westerns, and Johnny Cash, and was a member of American Legion and St. James Catholic Church. Stephen was preceded in death by wife, Marion Louise Mihelich, brother, Johnny Mihelich, sisters, Stevie Weber, Catherine “Katie” Pischker, Mary Thrasher, and Ann Gunter. Survivors include, daughters, Paula Mihelich, St. Joseph, MO, and Becky (Tommy) Burkhart, Cameron, MO, son, Joe Mihelich, St. Joseph, MO,eight grandchildren: Dylan Westcott, Gracie White, Devon Burkhart, Haylie Brown, Ryan Burkhart, Trevor Burkhart, Hannah Burkhart, and Wyatt Burkhart, 5 great grandchildren, sister, Barbara Corwin, Richmond, MO, as well as several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services: 2:00 pm, Thursday, October 4, 2018 at Rupp Funeral Home, Father Evan Harkins Celebrant. The family will 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 Stephen Mihelich Memorial Fund in care of the Rupp Funeral Home.

Rev. Otis Harrison Holbert
1945-2018

Rev.Otis Harrison Holbert 72, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, September 30, 2018 in a Saint Joseph, MO. health care center. He was born December 27, 1945 in Woodward, OK, son of the late Margaret and Otis Holbert. He graduated from Stella Nebraska High School and married Mercedes Sample, on June 15, 1969. He served in the United States Army and is a veteran of the Vietnam War. He retired from Johnson Controls after 30 years of service. He enjoyed crossword and jigsaw puzzles. Rev. Otis was very involved with the Church of God, and was an Associate Pastor at Praise Fellowship Church of God, Savannah, MO, a founding member of the Cornerstone Church of God, Gower, MO., and the founding Minister at the Safe Haven Church of God, Maryville, MO. as well as a member of the Abundant Faith Church of God, St. Joseph, MO. of the Cleveland Tennessee. Otis was preceded in death by his parents, son, Lance Otis Holbert, step fathers, Truman W. Sample & Charles Dalbey. Survivors include, wife, Mercedes Holbert, of the home, daughter, Colony (David) Cross, Des Moines, IA, son, Brian (Deborah) Young, St. Joseph, MO, 5 grandchildren: Janiesa (Brandon) Card, Shy (Laura) Chandler, Shadow (Lindsay) Evans, Jonathon (Kaitlyn) Cross, and Lucas Cross, sister, Jessie Holbert, Estes Park, CO, great grandchildren, Vivian, Hudson, Noah, Shayd, Tytan, Cash, Crue, Jonah, Royce, and Jacquline.

Funeral services: 2:00 pm, Friday, October 5, 2018 at Rupp Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Thursday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Stewartsville Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the American Cancer Society.

James “Jim” Mark Grove
1956-2018

James (Jim) Mark Grove, Agency, MO, went to be with his Lord and Savior surrounded by a loving family after a brief illness. Jim loved spending time with his children and dogs, professing his faith and talking about his family. Jim attended St. Patrick’s Grade School and Bishop LeBlond High School graduating in 1975. He enlisted in the US Marine Corps after high school and was assigned at Kaneohe, HI as a mortorman. Jim joined Fire District #2, Prairie Village, KS where he served 28 years retiring as an engineer. He was co-owner of Battery Man’s Supply with his brothers until his retirement in 2010. Jim loved his dogs and as of recent the Bichon Freise breeds and surviving pup Kona. He loved traveling to Hawaii where he just returned from last month spending time with son Cody. Jim also had a love of red; Red Dodge Ram pickup, Red Corvette and his Red Ferrari. He was proud of his military service and patriotic to the end. He regularly traveled to Pearl Harbor, HI for the Memorial on December 7th and was there for the 75th Anniversary remembrance. Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Leo and Bernice (Hanlin) Grove, and brothers Ronnie and Terry Grove, and sister-in-law Georgeanne (Daleo) Grove and special K-9 buddy Jack Jr. He is survived by his children, Carlie (Shane) Kempton, Excelsior Springs, MO and Cody Grove, St. Joe, sisters Connie (Gerald) Jones, St. Joe and Rosemary (Grove) Power, Raleigh, NC and brothers Ed (Cathy) Grove, Agency, MO, Pat (Ann) Grove, St. Joe and Mike (Jennifer) Grove, Agency, sisters-in-law Patricia Grove, Blue Springs, MO and Pam Grove, Overland Park, KS, his former wife of 23 years Kathy Hagee, and numerous nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends 1-2 pm Saturday, October 13, 2018, with a Celebration of Life starting at 2:00 pm Saturday at Rupp Funeral Home. Military honors under the auspices of the United States Marine corp. Cremation and services by Rupp Funeral Home.

Catherine Jane Cline
1936-2018

Catherine Jane Cline 81, of Saint Joseph, passed away Monday October 1, 2018 in Saint Joseph. She was born December 24, 1936 in Somerdale, New Jersey daughter of Margaret & Earl Smith.
Catherine was preceded in death by her parents and husband, Colin Cline. She is survived by children, Cassie Tinker, Laurie Sterling, Lawrence Leech, and Christine Sannipoli, sister, Margaret Knoerzer, and aunt, Irene Surran. She will be cremated under the direction of Rupp Funeral Home

Lois “Judy” Jewell Davison
1934-2018

Lois “Judy” Jewell Davison, 84, of St Joseph, passed away Wednesday, October 3, 2018 in St Joseph. She was born March 29, 1934 in Denver, Missouri, daughter of Lillie & Alva Long. She married Donald Davison on October 1, 1964, in St. Joseph. She graduated from Benton High School Class of 1952. She worked for the State of Missouri as an Occupational Therapist. Judy enjoyed playing bingo, crocheting and photography. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Davison, father, Alva Long, mother, Lillie Long, sons, Terry Davison, and, John Clinton Taylor, brothers, Bill Long, Jerry Long, Bob Long, andTed Long, and sister, Patty Renfro. She is survived by children, Connie Quinton of Dallas, TX, Donnie (Kate) Davison of St. Joseph, Jerry (Linda) Davison of Kansas City, MO, Jewell Taylor of St Joseph, and Jesse (Amy) Northcutt of St. Joseph, 7 grandchildren, and several great-grandchildren. She has been cremated under the care of the Rupp Funeral Home. Inurnment will be held at a later date in Leavenworth National Cemetery

Tammie L Jarrett
1964-2018

Tammie L. Jarrett 53, of St. Joseph, MO. Missouri passed away Wednesday October 3, 2018 in a Kansas City, MO hospital. She was born December 2, 1964 in St. Joseph, Missouri. She attended Benton High School. She loved her grandkids and animals, and was an organ donor. Tammie was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Jarrett, father, William Cooper Sr., brother, Galen Cooper. She is survived by her mother Frances Cooper of St. Joseph, sons,William Vannaman, Jeffrey Vannaman, Shannon (Jamie) Jarrett and Travis Jarrett all of St. Joseph, 12 grandchildren, Dexton, Mikey, Destiny, Christian, Camryn, Caden, Lyrikah, Reece, Zayden, Johnathan, Sarah, and Tommy, brothers, William G.(Kim) Cooper, Hank William (Melissa) Cooper, Joseph T. Cooper, and Thomas (Rose) Cooper all of St. Joseph, MO. The family will receive friends from 5 – 7:00 pm on Sunday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Memorials are requested to the Tammie Jarrett memorial fund in care of the Rupp Funeral Home, or on the online obituary select Funeral Funding. Online condolence, obituary and funding at www.ruppfuneral.com

Jerome Richard Williams
1955-2018

Jerome Richard Williams 63, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Wednesday, October 3, 2018 in Saint Joseph. He was born April 11, 1955 in Centralia, Missouri, son of the late Lydia Mae & Orion Williams. He married Anna Williams on September 15, 1990, and she survives of the home. He graduated from Centralia High School, and worked for the Missouri Department of Transportation retiring after 29 1/2 years of service. He then worked at the St. Joe Frontier Casino for 11 years in the Maintenance Department. He enjoyed going to Auctions and fishing, but he most especially spending time with his grandchildren. He was a member of the Holsey Chapel ICM. Jerome was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Edward, Eddie, Carson, and Terry Williams, and a sister, Bernice Colman. Survivors include wife, Anna Williams of the home, son, Oliver J. (Alicia) Henderson, Saint Joseph, MO, daughter, Felicia Williams of the home, grandchildren, Tyson, Terrell, Tariq, and Aliya Henderson, Tristyn and Zoe Wooddell, a brother, Harry (Verl) Williams, Columbia, Mo, sisters, Thelma Robinson and Shirley Larkins both of Columbia, Mo. The family will receive friends from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm on Sunday at the Rupp Funeral Home, Memorial Services following starting at 3:00 p.m. Memorials are requested to the American Diabetes Association. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

Margaret M. Wagoner
1926-2018

DEATHS…Scranton, KS

Margaret M. Wagoner, 92, of Scranton, KS, formerly of Doniphan-Brown county area, passed from this life to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ Thursday, October 4, 2018.

She was born on May 10, 1926, at Leona, Kansas, the daughter of John and Elsie (Blum) Sherman. Margaret attended Leona Elementary, and High School, graduating in 1944.

She married Gerald V. Wagoner, son of Herman and Minnie (Townley) Wagoner, June 20, 1947. The ceremony was performed by the Reverend Howard Tubach. Margaret and Gerald celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary on June 20, 2017 with their family and friends.

Margaret taught school in the Leona Elementary and Bellevue Rural School for 4 years. She was a homemaker, mother of three children and bookkeeper for Ukena Hardware and Streib and Son Plumbing prior to her retirement.

Margaret was a member of the Bellevue United Methodist until 2000 when she and Gerald moved to Scranton to be near their daughter Phyllis and her husband Tom on their farm. They joined Overbrook UMC and Margaret joined the churches women’s organization. She attended this church as long as her health permitted.

Margaret was preceded in death by her beloved husband Gerald, January 18 of this year. Also preceding her in death are her parents, sisters Lorena Mae Kidwell, and Nellie Hartman.

Survivors include her children: Keith (Sandra) Wagoner, Phyllis (Tom) Alcorn, and Steve (Jane) Wagoner; grandchildren: Venus (Chad) Wilson, Bryan (Meg) Wagoner, Wes ( Mercedes) Alcorn, Rob (Angela) Wagoner, Jessie Wagoner, Heather (Tyrone) Baker; nine grandchildren; her sister Alice Streib, and brother in law Reverend Calvin Hartman; also many friends nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Margaret’s life is planned for 10:30 a.m. Monday, October 8, at the Bellevue United Methodist Church, north of Leona. Interment will follow at Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Leona.

Friends may call at the funeral home after 12 noon Sunday where the family will meet from 5 until 7 that evening.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Bellevue United Methodist Church or Pleasant Hill Cemetery, sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th St., Hiawatha 66434

Walter “Pete” Rethman
1936-2018

HOLTON – Walter “Pete” Rethman, 82, of Holton, died Friday, October 5, 2018 at the Dwight D. Eisenhower VA Medical Center in Leavenworth.

Pete was born April 20, 1936 at Seneca, the son of John and Marcella Rettele Rethman. He graduated from Sts. Peter and Paul High School at Seneca and was a U.S. Navy Veteran.

Pete was a member of St. Dominic Catholic Church in Holton and Holton Knights of Columbus Council No. 4219.

He owned and operated Pete’s Metal and Welding for many years.

He married Irene J. Taphorn on October 8, 1966 in Omaha, Nebraska. She survives, of the home.

Pete was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, Marceil “Sis” Fouraker and Betty Himmelberg, and a brother, Tom Rethman.

Other survivors include two sons, Jason Rethman, Tempe, AZ and Jarred (Amy) Rethman, Netawaka; two brothers, John Rethman (Jerian), Seneca and Wayne Rethman (Marlene), El Dorado; four sisters, Doris Fairfield, Kansas City, Judy Hein (Walter), Salina, Mary Sanders (Glenn), Morrill and Carol Karnowski (Dan), Omaha, NE and two grandchildren, Logan and Kolby Rethman.

A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, October 10th at St. Dominic Catholic Church in Holton. A Rosary will be prayed at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, followed by visitation. Inurnment will be later in Sts. Peter and Paul Cemetery at Seneca. Memorials are suggested to the Pete Rethman Memorial Fund and may be sent in care of the funeral home, PO Box 1034, Holton, KS 66436.

Mark Piper
1960-2018

Mark Steven Piper, 57, of Huron, KS was killed on Sunday, Sept. 30th, 2018 in a work related accident in West Virginia.
The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8:00 pm on Saturday, Oct. 6th at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home. The body will be cremated following the visitation and no memorial services will be held. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Kidney Foundation and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Mark was born on Nov. 13, 1960 in Atchison, KS the son of Richard and Nancy (Pease) Piper. He graduated from Atchison County Community High School in 1979. Mark worked as a heavy equipment operator for Operating Engineers Local Union # 101. He enjoyed old cars and his grandchildren.

He was married to Kathy Fitkin on Dec. 15, 1981. Kathy survives of the home in Huron, KS. Additional survivors include three sons, Steven Piper, Atchison, KS, Luke (Jessica) Piper, Bolckow, MO, and A.J. Piper, Huron, KS, two brothers, Rick Piper, Tunis, MO, and Bill (Barb) Piper, Lancaster, KS, two sisters, Donna (David) Lee, Huron, KS and Anna Marie Piper, Holton, KS, and two grandsons, Ethan and Evan Piper, Atchison, KS . His parents, a daughter, Sarah Piper an adopted brother, Warren H. “Sonny” Pease,and a adopted sister, Cheryl Domann, preceded him in death.

George Curtis Nuzum
1956-2018

WHITE CLOUD, KANSAS………..George Curtis Nuzum, 62, of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and a former White Cloud resident, passed away at his home September 29, 2018.

George was born in St. Joseph, MO, January 30, 1956, to Kenneth E. Sr. and Mildred E Lock Nuzum. George spent his growing up years in the White Cloud area where he attended school.

He married Jackie Schall of Onida, SD in 1977, with a son Kristian Curtis born December of that year. George worked in the oil fields of Wyoming, Montana, and the Dakotas in the late 70’s and early 80’s, later moving to Alaska and working in the fishing industry. They divorced in 1987.

George was preceded in death by his father Kenneth, son Kris, brothers: David, Dennis, Boyd, and Randy.

He is survived by his mother Mildred Nuzum of White Cloud, brothers: Tim of White Cloud, Kenneth E., Jr., of Hiawatha; grandsons: Konner J. Nuzum, Kannen L. Nuzum, and Kutler D. Nuzum of Lake Preston, SD.

Cremation is planned with no services planned at this time.

Memorial contributions may be sent to assist with expenses c/o Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, PO Box 33, Highland, KS 66035

Herbert Fay Davis
1955-2018

Herbert Fay Davis 62, passed away unexpectedly on Friday October 5, 2018. He was born on 10/13/55 in St. Joseph to the late, Herbert & Kathleen Davis. He had worked 26 years for St. Joseph Fuel Oil. Since leaving there, he was a self employed contractor. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He loved to spend time at his cabin in the Fillmore Deer Camp. He also enjoyed using his outdoor smoker to prepare many meats for his friends. Fay made friends easily. He leaves behind his companion of 17 years, Barb Shoemaker; his beloved daughters: Tess Campbell and Bric Davis, granddaughter, Violet Myers, ex-wife, Lisa Davis, sisters, Verna Jennings (Mike,) Kay Callow (Jerry,) Susan Hughes (Duane,) and Gayle Carpenter, as well as many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and many many friends. Visitation will be on Saturday October 20, 2018 at the Lighthouse Church in Fillmore, Mo. from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm with the funeral following. Arrangements Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Stanley Wayne Koelliker
1943-2018

Stanley Wayne Koelliker, 74, of Horton, surrounded by his family, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Saturday, October 6, 2018.

Stan was born December 10, 1943, in Horton, to Gilbert H. and Dorothy Stone Koelliker. He was raised on a farm on the Brown-Doniphan county line and graduated with the class of 1962 in Highland, Kansas. Stan joined the U.S. Army in the fall of 1963 and spent a tour of duty in Vietnam, before being discharged in September of 1965, at the rank of E 4.

He married the love of his life Sheila Brook on December 18, 1965. After the marriage, he worked in Topeka for Goodyear for five years. After a back injury, he leased and operated the Skelly/Getty/Texaco service station in Horton, Kansas for 25 years. He then became the groundskeeper at the Lakeview County Club in Horton. After retirement, Stan enjoyed working in the kitchen at the Tri-County Manor for a few years. He earned his pilot’s license in 1980 and enjoyed owning his plane and flying with friends and family. He was an avid golfer, fisherman, and enjoyed riding his bike and taking walks.

He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, his brother William Koelliker, and a grandson London Koelliker.

Survivors include his wife Sheila of the home, and daughter Wendy of the home. Other daughters include: Gipsy and Jim Boone, Brooke and Ethan Grier, Sunshine and Aaron Crismas, Summer and Chad Goben, Megan Beery, Dionne Carter, Karen and Justin Ferney, Jennifer Koelliker, Dot and Pat Clements, and Raina Koelliker; his sons: Shawn Koelliker, Dustin Koelliker, Jeremy and Susan Koelliker, Kevin Koelliker, Cody Koelliker, Art and Cindy Koelliker, Donnie Koelliker, Marshall Koelliker, Thomas Koelliker, and Brad Koelliker; as well as 69 grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren. A brother Howard and Vera Marie Koelliker also survives, with numerous nieces and nephews.

He also leaves behind an extended family in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, including Marco and Sylvia Guzman and their three daughters: Camilla, Sarah, and Valentina, from his numerous trips of vacationing and mission work.

A Celebration of Stan’s life is planned for 11 a.m. Thursday, October 11, at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hiawatha. Theola Carter will officiate. Interment with military honors will follow at Claytonville Cemetery, south of Hiawatha.

Friends may call at the funeral home after 10 a.m. Wednesday where the family will meet from 6 until 8 that evening.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Stanley Koelliker Memorial Fund, sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th St., Hiawatha 66434.

Shirley A. Weber
1936-2018

Troy, Kansas Shirley A. (Waller) Weber, 82, of Troy, Kansas passed away Wednesday, October 10, 2018 at the Wathena nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Wathena, Kansas.

Shirley was born on March 4, 1936 in Burbank, Oklahoma to Snoden James and Ersell Lee (Vaught) Waller.

She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Troy, Kansas.

Shirley married Jerral A. Weber on August 3, 1958. He survives of the home.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Delorise “Imogene” Dubach.

Additional survivors: daughter, Amy Masters (Jerry), Troy, Kansas.

grandchildren, Dalton and Devin Masters.

brother-in-law, Kenneth Dubach, Troy, Kansas.

1 niece and 1 nephew.

Funeral Service: 10:30 A.M. Saturday, October 13, 2018
At the First Baptist Church in Troy, Kansas.
Visitation: 6-8 Friday evening at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Troy, Kansas.
Friends may call after 9 A.M. Friday.
Burial: Mount Olive Cemetery, Troy, Kansas.
Memorials: First Baptist Church, Troy, Kansas or the Troy Ambulance Fund.

Dale Lance
1922-2018

FAIRVIEW, KASNAS…………….Dale Lance, 96, of Fairview, passed away October 10, 2018, at the Apostolic Christian Home in Sabetha.

He was born August 2, 1922, at Morrill, one of three sons of James and Verna Kanter Lance.

He married Thelma McGeeney, February 14, 1947. Dale retired from the Fairview Farmer’s State Bank in December 1991. Dale and Thelma spent their winters in Mesa, Arizona for many years after retirement. They also lived in Topeka, KS, Denver, and Cortez, CO during their married years.

Dale was a World War II veteran and earned the “Soldiers Medal”. He served with the 9th Air Force until October 1945, when he was discharged at the rank of staff sergeant. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and golfing.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers: Kenneth and Orville, and son Larry In 2012.

Survivors include his wife Thelma; daughter Debra Conley, granddaughter Jamie Palmer, grandson J.D.; daughter in law Emily; five great-grandchildren: Henry and Ava Palmer, Jonathan, Reece, and Mathew Lance.

A Celebration of Dale’s life is planned for 1:30 p.m. Monday, October 15, at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hiawatha, with Shane Spangler officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Hiawatha, with military honors a courtesy of the Brown County Veterans Honor Guard.

Friends may call at the funeral home after 12 noon until 6 p.m. Sunday and until time of service Monday.

Memorial contributions are suggested to United Church of Christ of Fairview, which may be left in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th St., Hiawatha, 66434.

Janice Lalaine Brown
1960-2018

Janice Lalaine Brown, 58, of St. Joseph, passed away Tuesday, October 9, 2018 in St. Joseph. She was born June 14, 1960 in St. Joseph, daughter of Robert and Barbara Jenkins. She graduated from Benton High School Class of 1978. She married Billy Brown in Copperas Cove, TX on July 8, 1981. Janice enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. She was a member of King Hill Christian Church. Janice was preceded in death by father, Robert Emerson Jenkins, mother, Barbara (Boyer) Deering and brother, Darren Jenkins. Survivors include, husband, Billy Brown of the home, son, Gregg (Kelley) Brown of Seattle, WA, daughter, Amanda Kidwell of St. Louis, MO, 4 grandchildren, Sagan Kidwell, Iris Kidwell, Owen Brown and Mabel Brown, siblings, Doug Jenkins, David Deering, Dustin Deering, Julie Kay Caldwell, Jill Mears, and Jodi Allen-Madden. Funeral services will be 10:00 am, Saturday, October 13, 2018 at Rupp Funeral Home, Rev. Steven Ross officiating, 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 Bethel Cemetery, DeKalb, MO . Memorials are requested to the King Hill Christian Church. Online condolences and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Matilda “Tillie” Davis
1954-2018

Matilda “Tillie” Davis 64, of St Joseph, passed away Monday, September 17, 2018 in St. Joseph. She was born September 13, 1954 in St. Joseph, daughter of Natividad “Nettie” & Jose Torres. She graduated from Lafayette High School and worked at Wal-Mart. Matilda “Tillie” was preceded in death by her father, Jose Torres, mother, Natividad “Nettie” Torres, sisters, Carmen Torres, Dorothy King, Genevieve “Jenny” Mozier. She is survived by daughters, Tiffany (Dwayne) Eidson of St. Joseph, Laurie Summers of St. Joseph, Dana Boatwright of St. Joseph, sons, James Davis Jr. of King City, MO, Donald Davis of King City, MO, Aaron Davis of St. Joseph, 19 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, sisters, Patricia Mesino of St. Joseph and Margaret Wilson, former husband, James Davis Sr. She will be cremated under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. Rosary to be recited at 6:00 p.m. Friday at Rupp Funeral Home with visitation following from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. Memorials are requested to the American Cancer Society.

Clarence Louis Oswald
1930-2018

Clarence Louis Oswald, 88, Effingham, KS, passed away Monday, September 17, 2018 at the University of Kansas Medical Center surrounded by his family.

Funeral Services were held at 11:00 AM on Friday, September 21, 2018 at Coal Creek United Methodist Church, Valley Falls, KS with Rev. Gina Tyler, officiating. Burial followed in the Evergreen Cemetery, Effingham, KS. A visitation with the family was from 6:00 to 8:00 pm, Thursday evening, at the Becker Chapel, 3rd and George St., Effingham. Memorial contributions in memory of Clarence are suggested to the Coal Creek Church or the Effingham Senior Citizens and may be sent in care of the funeral home at 800 Kansas Ave., Atchison, KS 66002. Words of comfort and remembrance may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Clarence was born on August 14, 1930 in Atchison, KS, the son of Willard and Mabel (Cobb) Oswald. He attended District 60 grade school and graduated from Atchison County Community High School (ACCHS) in Effingham. Clarence served in the 439th Engineer Construction Battalion of the US Army during the Korean War, from 1952-1954, building roads and clearing land in Korea. After serving his country, Clarence returned home to the Effingham area where he pursed his passion of farming with his wife, Ethel, by his side. Clarence was a member of the Coal Creek United Methodist Church, American Legion, and served as a 4-H leader; he enjoyed attending reunions with his fellow Army brothers, pheasant hunting, wolf drives, and working on old tractors. Clarence had even won a tractor pull event at the Atchison County Fair with his 1955 – 300 Farmall Tractor. Clarence’s greatest joy came from being with his family, whom he loved very much.

Clarence met his future wife, Ethel Grace Lentz, while attending Sunday School at the Coal Creek Church. They were later married on November 1, 1952 at the church.

Clarence is survived by his wife of almost 66 years, Ethel, of the family home in Effingham; his four sons and their families, James (Pamela) Oswald, Effingham, their son, Dustin (Tiffani) Oswald, their children, Parker and Whitaker; Chuck (Sheri) Oswald, Horton, KS, their children, Brian Oswald and Amber (Chuck) Cofield, their twins, Connor and Landon and younger son Efram; Lee (Melinda) Oswald, Effingham, their sons, Derek (Hayley) Oswald and daughter, Valerie, Trevor Oswald; Don (Sara) Oswald, West Branch, IA, and their twin children, Tyler and Rachel Oswald; sister, Helen Weishaar, Effingham.

Clarence was preceded in death by his parents, Willard and Mabel Oswald; brother, Paul Oswald, and sister, Pauline Weidmaier.

Zachary Richard Armontrout
2002-2018

Zachary Richard Armontrout, 16, Rushville, MO, died Monday, September 17, 2018 at the University of Kansas Medical Center, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident on Sunday.

Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be 7:00 pm, Friday, September 21, 2018 at St. Benedict’s Abbey Church on the Benedictine College Campus, with Fr. Jeremy Heppler, OSB and Fr. Jay Kythe, OSB, Concelebrants. A Rosary will be recited at 4:00 pm, Friday, at the Abbey Church followed by family receiving friends until the time of service at the church. Memorial contributions are suggested to either St. Benedict’s School or Maur Hill Mount Academy High School. Words of comfort and remembrance may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Zach was born on June 13, 2002 in St. Joseph, MO, the son of Gerald R. ‘Jerry’ and Kelly (Burkart) Armontrout. Zach was a junior at Maur Hill Mount Academy High School. Zach was liked by all who met him and his outgoing personality was evident as he welcomed new students attending Maur Hill Mount Academy. His friendships extended to classmates from all over the world. Zach played soccer his first two years while at Maur Hill Mount Academy, being sidelined from playing this year due to having surgery earlier in the year. Zach also loved to work out and his ambition was to become a personal trainer. Zach and his brother Darren enjoyed having marathon ‘gaming’ sessions (video). Zach also loved being ‘Uncle Zachy’ to his nieces and nephews; Lexi, Addie, Connor, Jackson, Anna and Carter.

Survivors include his parents, Jerry and Kelly Armontrout, Rushville; brother, Darren Armontrout (Beth Siard); sisters, Marissa (Billy) Spilman, Caralyne (Chad) Servaes, Katy Armontrout (Cameron Wood); maternal grandparents, Gary and Eileen Burkart, Atchison, and his nieces and nephews.

Zach was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Earl and Betty Armontrout, of Rushville and his aunt, Megan Elizabeth Burkart.

Angela Mary Hegarty
1937-2018

Angela Mary Hegarty, 80, passed away peacefully to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on September 17, 2018, surrounded by her family.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 9:00 am, Saturday, September 22, 2018 at St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Effingham, KS with Abbot James Albers, OSB as Celebrant. Burial will follow at St. Ann’s Catholic Cemetery. Angela will lie in state at the Becker-Chapel, Effingham on Friday, September 21, 2018 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. A parish rosary will be recited at the church at 6:30 pm with visitation to follow until 8:30 pm. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions are suggested to St. Ann’s Catholic Church and may be sent in care of the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.
She lived a full and content life. She was the fifth child of Matthias & Elizabeth (Theis) Sittenauer. She was born and grew up in Atchison, KS. She attended Mount St. Scholastica Academy in Atchison, graduating in 1955. She married her beloved Eugene C. Hegarty on March 5, 1957. Her first child Mary Janelle was born that year on Christmas day. She had two more Christmas children, which made Christmas time very special in the Hegarty household. In addition to Janelle (Ken Kranz), she gave birth to Michael Eugene (Cathy), Mark Clarence (Janelle), Timothy Charles (Stephanie), Sandra Ann (Mike Engeman), and Terrence John (Rebecca), all of whom survive.
She also leaves behind twenty-six grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, one brother George Sittenauer, three sisters, Betty Albers, Mary Kay Harris and Judy Curtis, two sisters in law, Shirley Cole and Sharon Hegarty, and countless friends from both Effingham, where she lived with Gene most of her life, and Atchison. Gene preceded her in 2013 as did brothers Charles, Gene and Ken, and infant James. Gene and Angela were life-long devoted parishioners at St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Effingham, a parish they loved dearly.

Carolyn May Hayes
1936-2018

Carolyn Hayes, 81, of St. Joseph, passed away September 17, 2018 in St. Joseph.
Ms. Hayes has been cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home.
Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, September 21, 2018 at Journey Baptist Church. Memorial Service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, September 22, 2018 at Journey Baptist Church.

Full obituary to follow.

Betty Ellen Denton
1935-2018

Betty Ellen (Hammersmark) Denton, 83, of Denton, Kansas passed away at her home on September 13, 2018. Betty was born on June 3, 1935 to Reinert and Petra (Knudson) Hammersmark in Horton, Kansas. She graduated from Denton High School in 1953 and worked for Southwestern Bell in Topeka until marrying Jack B. Denton on June 23, 1957. After their marriage they made their home on the family farm in Denton. Betty enjoyed puzzles, quilting, baking, being involved with the Ladies of the Abdallah Shrine Temple, and spending time with family and friends, as well as, traveling with Jack throughout the United States and abroad. She was a member of the Denton United Methodist Church, Cheerio EHU, Sewing Club, a Republican committeewoman, and was the Union Township 4-H Club Leader for many years. She was a 61 year member of the Order of Eastern Star having served as Worthy Matron of the Huron Chapter and District Aide, District # 1 and amazingly held an office consecutively for 60 years in her chapters most recently as chaplain of the Wathena Chapter #413. We celebrate her life and cherish the many memories she created for family and friends over her lifetime. Betty was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Jack of 54 years and a sister Roberta Metzger Kern. She is survived by four daughters, Shari (Warren) Bauman, Wathena, KS; Dee Anna (Jim) Maher, Kansas City, MO; Debbie (Bob) Paulbeck, Overland Park, KS; Jane (Rod Rumpf) Gabriel, St. Joseph, MO; three sons, Jack Bryan Denton, Denton, KS; William (Dawn) Denton, Solomon, KS; and Christopher (Audrey) Denton, Denton, KS; one sister Joan Luthro, Olathe, KS; three sister-in-laws Shirley Reece, Estes Park, CO, Patricia (Patrick) Donaldson, Effingham, KS, and Thelma Denton, Overland Park, KS; twenty grandchildren, eleven great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Betty’s wish was to be cremated.

A memorial service honoring Betty will begin at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 30, 2018 followed by visitation until 7:00 p.m. at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home, Wathena, Kansas. A private joint interment of Betty and Jack will be held at a later date at the Denton Cemetery. Memorials may be made to St. Croix Hospice, Doniphan County 4-H Foundation, or Wathena Chapter of the Order of Eastern Star #413 in care of the funeral home. Harman-Rohde Funeral Home, Wathena is in charge of the arrangements.

Lucille Ann Lewman
1946-2018

Elwood, Kansas – Lucille Ann Lewman, 72, of Elwood, Kansas passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Thursday, September 20, 2018 at the Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph, Missouri.

Lucille was born on June 8, 1946 in Troy, Kansas to Alvin Guy & Florence (Madden) Wood.

She graduated Troy High School & worked as a bridal Consultant for many years & later working for Wal-mart.

Lucille married Winston Lewman on October 9, 1965 in Miami, Oklahoma. He preceded her in death on September 15, 2003. She was also preceded in death by her parents.

Survivors; daughter, Becky Grider (Bret), Emporia, Kansas;

Sons, Larry Lewman, Elwood, Kansas;

Terry Lewman (Karla), Elwood, Kansas;

Grandchildren; Denver, Danielle & Christopher;

Great-grandchild; Brittany;

Brother; Alvin (Barbara) Wood, Troy, Kansas;

Nieces, Theresa & Marietta.

Funeral Service: 10:30 A.M. Tuesday, September 25, 2018
At the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Wathena, Kansas.
Visitation: 6-8 Monday evening at the funeral home, friends may call after 12 noon Monday.
Burial: Mount Calvary Cemetery, Atchison, Kansas.
Memorials: Mosaic Cancer Center Patient Assistance Fund (cancer patients with anything they might need, wigs, scarves & etc.) Special thanks to A.J & his staff at Mosaic Cancer Center.

Vivian Middleton
1933-2018

TROY, KANSAS – Vivian (Thornton) Middleton, 85, of Troy, Kansas went to be with her Lord and Savior, Friday, September 21, 2018.

Vivian was born on June 24, 1933 in Troy, Kansas to Robert “Ed” and Ada (Lewis) Thornton. She lived all of her life in Troy. Vivian worked for the Natural Resource & Conservation Office in Troy for 30 years and retired in 1996 as the Office Manager.

She is a member of the First Baptist Church in Troy, Kansas

Vivian married Eugene “Gene” Middleton on May 23, 1950 in Burr Oak. He preceded her in death on March 29, 2011. She was also preceded by her parents and a daughter, Carol J. King in 2009.

Vivian is survived by her son, John Middleton (Yong) of Omaha, Nebraska;

Daughters; Cindy Halling (Dave) of Troy, Kansas;

Mary Jane Clary (Jerry) of Hiawatha, Kansas;

Angela Stock (Donald) of Troy, Kansas;

Son-in-law, Steve King of St. Joseph, Missouri;

Sisters: Jean Sallee (Don) of Troy, Kansas;

Joy Livingston (Paul) of Otis, Colorado;

Sharon Hanlan of Troy, Kansas;

11 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-granddaughter.

FUNERAL: Monday, September 24, 2018 – 10:30 A.M.
At: First Baptist Church in Troy
Burial: Courter Cemetery N.E. of Troy
Visitation: family will receive friends Sunday evening 6-8 pm at the Harman Rohde Funeral Home in Troy, Kansas where friends may call after 2:00 P.M. Sunday.
Memorials: Samaritan’s Purse or the Troy Library

James “Peaches” Piper
1984-2018

James Michael “Peaches” Piper, 34, of Lancaster, KS, passed away Thursday, September 20, 2018.

The family will be having a celebration of life remembrance gathering on Sunday, October 21, 2018, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Lancaster Community Building. Memorials in honor of Peaches are suggested to American Cancer Society or Helping Hands for the Holidays and may be sent in care of the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, who is handling the arrangements. Online condolences may be left at www.beckerdyer.com.

Peaches was born on July 29, 1984 in Atchison, KS the son of William and Barbara (Morris) Piper. He worked for Northern Pipe Line as a heavy equipment operator, Union101. Peaches was a member of First Christian Church, and earned the Life Rank in Boy Scouts. He enjoyed race cars, fishing, shooting blue rock and doing body work on cars. Peaches especially enjoyed just hanging out.

Survivors include his parents, Bill and Barb Piper, Lancaster, KS, a brother, Brian Piper, Atchison, KS, a sister, Rebecca Worley, Lancaster, KS, nieces and nephews, Austin and Ashlyn Piper, Matthew, Danica and Kimber Worley.

Sharon K. (Bennett) Spicer
1952-2018

On Monday, September 24, 2018, Sharon K. Spicer passed away at home surrounded by her family. She will be remembered by her friends and family for her love of animals, mystery novels, and Mexican food, devotion to her parents, outings to the riverboat casinos, and, above all, her determined fight against cancer.

The daughter of Dorothy and Elbert Bennett, Sharon was born in St. Joseph, Missouri, on July 17, 1952. Sharon grew up in Faucett, Missouri, near her aunt and uncle, Evelyn and Gene Farris, and cousins Fred, Mike, and Sandy, whom she remained close to throughout her life. She was proceeded in death by her parents and her beloved four-legged companion, Nikki. Sharon is survived by her daughter, Veronica L. Spicer; brother, Rodney Bennett; sister-in-law, Margaret Bennett; and numerous cousins and nephews.

Family will receive friends from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. at Rupp Funeral Home. A graveside funeral service and interment will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 26, 2018, at the Faucett Cemetery. Friends and family are invited to celebrate Sharon’s life at a reception at the family home, starting immediately after the service until 7 p.m.

Memorials are requested to the Mosaic Life Care Oncology Unit (www.mymosaiclifecare.org) or the Friends of the Animal Shelter of Saint Joseph (www.petforu.com).

Dale Reed Campbell
1923-2018

Dale Reed Campbell, 95, died peacefully at Apostolic Christian Retirement Home in Sabetha, Kansas on September 24, 2018 with his daughter by his side. The oldest of Herbert and Winifred Kipp Campbell’s five children, he was born February 12, 1923 and loved life in Horton and Hiawatha. Health forced his move to Sabetha’s Apostolic Christian Retirement Home in 2012.

A 1941 graduate of Horton High School, Mr. Campbell served in the U.S. Army

during World War II, farmed in Horton’s Mount Pleasant area for 18 years (1946-1964),

ran a Phillips 66 gas station in Hiawatha for 5 years, managed the Brown County Co-

Op Gas and Tire Shop in Hiawatha for 16 years, then engaged in day labor farming and

hauling water to fertilizer trucks for the Co-Op during early years of his retirement. He

was a member of the Horton United Methodist Church, Homer White Post 66 of the

Hiawatha American Legion, Post 5210 of Veterans of Foreign Wars, and the Brown

County Historical Society.

His passions were his family and friends, story-telling and laughter. He loved

presiding as patriarch of Campbell family gatherings. A go-to homemade ice cream

maker for the Historical Society and Hiawatha Ice Cream Socials for many years, Dale

will be remembered as honest, gentle, humble, funny, kind, and optimistic, the most

plainly decent gentleman anyone could ever hope to meet. No one in his family can

remember him ever saying an unkind or critical word about anybody.

He lived a good, long life, the kind of life good men are supposed to lead. He will

be missed and never forgotten.

Survivors include daughter and granddaughter, Jacki Campbell Jacoby and

Maria Lucy Merkel of Highlands Ranch, Colorado; sister Janet Meyers of Wichita,

Kansas; brother Don (and wife, LaVerne) Campbell of Falls City, Nebraska; brother-in law

Dick Banks (and wife, Pat) of Topeka, Kansas; and many extended family members

and friends.

He was preceded in death by wives Verda June Banks Campbell and Frances

Louise Brown Woodruff Campbell, both of whom were born and raised in Whiting,

Kansas, brother Keith Campbell and sister Shirley Campbell Hosford, both of Horton,

Kansas, as well as many beloved friends.

Family Visitation will be from 7:00-9:00 p.m. Friday, September 28, 2018 at Chapel

Oaks Mortuary, 124 S. 7th Street, Hiawatha, KS, 66434.

The Service of Remembrance and Celebration will be held at Horton’s First United Methodist Church, 130 E 10th Street, Horton, KS 66439, at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, September 29, 2018. Internment with military honors will be at the Horton Cemetery and a luncheon following in the church’s Fellowship Hall.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Brown County Historical Society or First United Methodist Church, c/o Chapel Oaks FH.

Alice Marie Pierceall
1960-2018

Alice Marie Pierceall 58, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, September 23, 2018. She was born August 10, 1960 in Columbia, MO, daughter of the late Donna and Paul Brower Jr. She graduated from Gravit Holiness School. She married Wayne on May 30, 1998 and he survives of the home. She worked at Walmart – Mexico, MO in the fabric department. She was very involved in her church and loved to read. She also enjoyed cross stitch, embroidering, quilting, and sewing. Alice was a member of the Keys Christian Fellowship Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, and twin sister, Donna Ruth Speckles. Survivors include, husband, Wayne Pierceall of the home. daughter, Karen (Austin) Bovey, Dallas, TX, step daughters, Angela and Isis Dawn, 7 grandchildren, several nieces and nephews, step brother, Paul Brower Jr. sisters, Beverly Brower, Clara (Ryan) Clark, and Paula Brower, and a step sister. The family will receive friends from 1-2 pm Saturday, with a memorial service to begin at 2pm Saturday, September 29, 2018 at the Keys Christian Fellowship Church. Memorials are requested to the Alice Pierceall Memorial Fund in care of Rupp Funeral Home or on the online obituary page under funeral funding at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Stanley W. Richtarik
1948-2018

Stanley W. Richtarik, 69, of Holton, died Sunday, September 23, 2018 at the Stormont-Vail Hospital in Topeka.

He was born December 15, 1948 in Lincoln, Nebraska, the son of Stanley E. and Irene Filipi Richtarik. He graduated high school in Wilber, Nebraska in 1967.

Stan was a U.S. Army combat veteran, having served in the Viet Nam War. He received the Purple Heart Medal and was disabled from his wartime service.

He was member of the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars and Disabled American Veterans.

He married Melisse Moberly on April 8, 1982 in Kansas City, KS. She survives, of the home.

Stan was preceded in death by his father Stanley and two brothers, Russell Allen Richtarik, who died in infancy, and Michael C. Richtarik.

Other survivors include his mother, Irene Richtarik, of Wilber, NE; two sons, Joshua Richtarik (Melissa), of Manhattan and Ian Richtarik (Connie), of Hiawatha; one brother, Ronnie Richtarik, of Wilber, NE and two sisters, Connie Maas (Melvin) and Lori Lynch (David), both of Wilber, NE and forty-four nieces, nephews, grand nieces and grand nephews.

Memorial services with military honors will be Saturday, October 6th in Wilber, NE. The time and place for the service will be announced soon. Graveside services and inurnment with military honors will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, October 9th at the St. Clere Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the American Heart Association or the Wounded Warrior Project, and may be sent in care of the funeral home, P.O. Box 1034, Holton, 66436.

Doyle Dean Thorburn
1963-2018

Doyle Dean Thorburn 54, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, September 24, 2018 in Kansas City, KS. He was born November 17, 1963 in St. Joseph, Missouri, son of Norma and Arthur Thorburn. He attended Lafayette High School. He previously owned Your Pitch Is My Itch Roofing Company. Doyle was preceded in death by mother, Norma Jean Thorburn, father, Arthur Edward Thorburn, brother, Brian Matthew Thorburn, sister, Karen Myers. Survivors include, daughter, Amber (Ronnie Auxier) Faulkner of St. Joseph, MO, daughter, Zoey Jean Thorburn of St. Joseph, MO, daughter, Katlyn (Skylar) Stout of St. Joseph, MO, daughter, Brittany (Ronnie) Trout, son, Stephen Jordan of Las Vegas, NV, brother, Doug (Jaci) Thorburn of Seward, NE, brother, Donald A Thorburn of St. Joseph, MO, sister, Jennifer Thorburn, niece, Rachel (Kevin) Dalbey, niece, Tara (Melvy) Vides, numerous nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 12:00 to 2:00 pm on Friday September 28, 2018 at the Rupp Funeral Home with Funeral services following at 2:00 pm, Pastor Ron Nichols officiating, The Interment will be at the Ashland Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the Doyle Thorburn Memorial Fund in care of Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Martha Ellen Reeder
1920-2018

A Life Well-Lived!

Martha Ellen was born November 10, 1920 in rural Indiana. She attended country schools before moving to a farm near Shelbyville, Indiana. On the school bus she was frequently taunted about her flaming red hair. She graduated in 1942 from Indiana University, with Honors as a Business Major. Her high college grades and drive to succeed secured her a job in Washington DC with the FBI working directly with J. Edgar Hoover as his secretary. In the Washington DC bureau of the FBI she met her husband, Special Agent Robert A. Reeder. They were married on September 24, 1944. Subsequently, Martha worked as secretary to columnist Drew Pearson in Washington DC. They moved to Mr. Reeder’s hometown, Troy, Kansas, in January 1948 to begin domestic life. Martha lived in Troy KS for the majority of her adult life, moving to the Kansas City area in 2004.

In Troy, she was active in SLK, Order of Eastern Star, United Methodist Women, the National Button Society, Missouri Button Society, and many other volunteer groups. Martha enjoyed collecting buttons and won National Awards for her button collection displays. As the mother of four children, Martha attended hundreds of her daughter’s activities. She learned to drive a car so that she could take her daughters to lessons, practices, school, meetings, and shopping. Martha was primarily a mother, homemaker and volunteer but also worked as a Secretary/Personal Assistant to William Muchnic, Atchison KS in the late 1960’s until 1972.

Over the decades, Martha and her husband Robert A. Reeder enjoyed traveling. In addition to overseas trips, Park Rapids, Minnesota and South Padre Island, Texas were her favorite destinations.

Martha loved to play bridge and was a member of the Nueve Bridge Club in Troy. She also played bridge while living at Kingswood Senior Living in Kansas City, MO. Throughout her life she had a “green thumb” and could make any plant grow and thrive. She had an abundance of plants and flowers in her home wherever she lived.

Her husband Robert A. Reeder passed away in 2008. She is survived and missed by 4 daughters, Ellen Reeder (Bob Johnson) of Texas; Mary Blake of Wichita, KS; Pat Reeder (Bruce Woner) of Topeka KS and Kay Reeder Lloyd (Dennis Lloyd) of Leawood, KS, also 9 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. A private family graveside service was held on September 29, 2018 at Mount Olive Cemetery, Troy, KS.
Memorials may be made to the United Methodist Church.

Linda Kay Strube
1946-2018

Horton, KS Linda Kay Strube, 71, of Horton, passed away suddenly at the Horton Community Hospital, Saturday, August 25, 2018.

Linda was born October 21, 1946, to George “Herb” and Muriel (Carter) Hudson in Horton, Kansas. She was a lifelong resident of Horton where she attended school and later graduated from Horton High School with the class of 1964.

On April 17, 1965, Linda married the love of her life George F. Strube, Jr. at the First Christian Church in Horton. They lived all their married life in Horton. The love of her life died November 17, 2007. She was also preceded in death by her parents; brothers: Dale Hudson, Herbert Hudson, Bill Hudson; sisters: Dorothy Wright, Helen Ferrin and Joyce Irwin; brother in law J.C. Strube, and sister in law Debbie Strube.

Linda worked in food service for both the Tri County Manor 27 years prior to working at the Golden Eagle Casino for nearly 20 years. Linda loved her family and loved to cook. You never left her home with an empty heart or an empty stomach! She had a smile that radiated from within and a loving warmth that touched so many lives.

Survivors include her daughter Susan Pennington (Ralph), and son J.T. (Lara) Strube, both of Horton; seven grandchildren: Kristina Romine (Mitchel) of Hiawatha, Jerrett Strube (Kassandra) of Eudora, KS, Hannah Pahmahmie (Skyler), Samantha Strube, Cassandra Strube, Jenna Pennington, and Alicia Strube, all of Horton; eight great-grandchildren: Gabby, Garrett, Izzy, Ryan, Rachel, Alex, Josie and Brandilynn. Her sister Donna Kinnear of Horton survives, sisters in law: Sandi Hudson, of Brett Iowa, Marjorie Hudson of Tempe, AZ; brothers in law: Paul Strube of Holton, Kerry Strube of Powhattan; and several nieces and nephews.

A Celebration is Linda’s life is planned for 10 a.m. Wednesday, August 29, at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hiawatha, with Pastor Ron Cobb, of First Christian Church of Horton, will officiate. Cremation with follow services with private inurnment at Horton Cemetery at a later date.

Friends may call at the funeral at the funeral home after 12 noon Tuesday where the family will meet from 6 until 8 that evening.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Linda Strube Memorial Fund, sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th St., Hiawatha 66434.

Ronald Roger Keith Sr.
1943-2018

Ronald Roger Keith Sr. 75, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Sunday August 26, 2018 at Mosaic Life Care Hospital. He was born July 10, 1943 in St. Joseph, son of the late Nellie & Alvie Keith. He served in the Navy, and retired from Jim Fender Trucking as a Truck Driver. He enjoyed classic cars. Ronnie was preceded in death by his parents, and a brother Alvie Ray Keith Jr.. Survivors include: wife, Faye Keith, St. Joseph, MO, four children: Tina Keith, DeSoto, KS, Ronnie Keith Jr., Greg (Kimberly) Keith, and Michelle Keith (Charles Hayner) all of St. Joseph, MO, grandchildren, Brad, Jordan, Kayla Alissa, Skylar, Adrian, and Brennan, 4 great grandchildren sisters, Shirley (Alvin) Hyder and Cheryl Funk of St. Joseph, MO. The family will receive friends from 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm on Saturday at the Rupp Funeral Home, memorial services following Saturday, September 1, 2018 at 2:00 pm at the Rupp Funeral Home. He will be cremated under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home.

Phyllis Osborne
1949-2018

Phyllis Osborne, age 68 of Elwood, Kansas, passed away on September 4, 2018 surrounded by her family. Phyllis was born to Billy Pape and Ioma (Maxson) Pape on November 9, 1949.

Phyllis graduated from Elwood High School in 1967. On June 27, 1967, Phyllis was married to her loving husband, John Osborne. The two were married for 51 years and raised three children.

Phyllis was preceded in death by her father, Billy, and mother, Ioma. She is survived by her husband, John, of the home, children: Lisa Barbee, Rob Osborne, and Kellie (David) Latta. Phyllis was adored by her grandchildren, John (Kaytlyn) Barbee, Lucy (Braxton) Barbee, Gage Gillum, and Travis Latta as well as two great-grandchildren: Shyloe Barbee and Renly Barbee. She is also survived by sister Patricia (Jeff) Shackelford, Bill Pape,Jr., and Ron (Susan) Pape.

A memorial service will be held Thursday, September 6 from 6:00-8:00 at Harman-Rohde Funeral Homes in Wathena, Kansas. A family dinner will be held at the Elwood Community Center at 4:00. The family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Elwood First Responders. An account has been set up at the Pony Express Community Bank for those that wish to donate.

Erma Mae Helton
1938-2018

Erma Mae Helton 80, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, September 5, 2018 in a Saint Joseph, MO health care center. She was born May 11, 1938 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of the late Dorothy and Elvin Helton. She graduated from Benton high school and University of Missouri Kansas City with a degree in Pharmacology. She worked at Sammy’s, Apple Market, and traveled all over the Midwest as a pharmacist. She loved her, daschunds, dalmations, and her dog that she taught to count and pray. She was a member of the Frederick Boulevard Baptist Church. Erma was preceded in death by parents, brother, Leroy Helton, sister, Dorothy Taylor. Survivors include, sisters, Ava Conner and Edna Helton both of St. Joseph, MO., as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins. The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM on Friday, with funeral services starting at 2:00 pm, Friday, September 7, 2018 at Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Leanna “Annie” McCourt (Diffley)
1931-2018

Leanna “Annie” McCourt, 87, of Atchison, KS died on Wednesday, September 05, 2018 at the Atchison Senior Village.

Funeral services will be 11:00 AM on Monday, Sept. 10th, 2018 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home with Rev. Robert Ziegler officiating. Burial will follow in the Lancaster Cemetery, Lancaster, KS. The family will receive friends from 10:00 AM until time of service at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Jude’s Hospital or Atchison Senior Village and may be sent in care of the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Leanna was born on April 12, 1931 in Atchison KS the daughter of Edward J. and Leona (Chambers) Diffley. She had attended the Terry Grade School and Valley Chapel Grade School, Rushville, MO before graduating from Rushville High School in 1949. Leanna worked as a machine operator (Surger) for the former Saunders Mop Factory, Atchison KS. She enjoyed camping, babysitting, working with flowers, and especially spending time with grandchildren and great grandchildren.

She was married to Stephen McCourt on July 3, 1951 in Atchison, KS. Mr. McCourt preceded her in death on March 1, 2018. Survivors include a son Ronald (Lisa) McCourt, Kearney, NE, a daughter, Debbie (Terry) Robinson, Lancaster, KS, six grandchildren, three step grandchildren, ten great grandchildren and seven step great grandchildren. Her parents, husband, a daughter Diana Lynn McCourt, daughter-in-law Cindi McCourt and a brother, John E. Diffley also preceded her in death.

Bobby Dean Kennedy
1957-2018

Bobby Dean Kennedy, of St. Joseph, passed away Sept. 10, 2018. He was born April 27, 1957, in King City, Missouri, to James (Pete) and Alice Kennedy. He was a graduate from Lafayette High School. Bobby served his country in the Army. He was a lifelong truck driver and was a diesel mechanic. He was a Christian. He loved spending time with his family and grandchildren. He enjoyed a nice steak and a cold beer, and he loved Lynyrd Skynyrd. He was an organ donor and his liver was donated to a 51 year old recipient. Preceded in death by: his parents; brother, Michael Kennedy; and sisters, Sandra Davis and Pamela Geoffroy. Survivors: sister, Angie Embrey (Robert); brother-in-law, Tom Geoffroy; children, Shayna Michelle and Jacob Michael; grandchildren, Brylee Aryanna, Jaelyn Michelle and Cayden Dean; nieces and nephews, Christopher Kennedy, Timothy Kennedy, Erica Flores (Brandon), Amber Casada (Matthew), Jeremy Davis, Ceirra Davis, Danielle Hazelton (Kai), Dustin Embrey and Dylan Embrey (Haley); and several great-nieces and nephews. Funeral services: 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 14, 2018, at Rupp Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, at the Rupp Funeral Home.

The interment will be at the Weathermon Cemetery, Guilford, Missouri. Memorials are requested to the Bobby Dean Kennedy memorial fund in care of the Rupp Funeral Home or on www.ruppfuneral.com, selected obituary, select funeral funding to give a donation.

Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Jimmy Francis Gillett
1932-2018

Jimmy Francis “Coach” Gillett, age 86, went to meet our Lord September 10, 2018 at his home surrounded by family after a long battle with cancer. He was born May 18, 1932 in Stanberry, Missouri to Harvey and Opal Ginter Gillett. Jim attended Hosea and graduated from Benton High School in 1950. He earned his teaching degree at Northwest Missouri State University in Maryville, Missouri where he played football. He is a member of Northwest Bearcat Hall of Fame. Jim received his master’s degree from the University of Colorado and furthered his education with an additional 32 hours. Jim began his teaching career at DeKalb, Missouri High School, then Lafayette High School. He retired in 1990 after 33 years of teaching. During those years he coached, taught, and officiated MIAA Division One and high school football for over 30 years. He either played, coached, or officiated football, baseball, basketball, volleyball, tennis, swimming, and was involved in all sports. During his teaching career he also worked extra jobs at Burlington Railroad, Armour’s, and Carnation Pet Foods. Jim served our military in the PLC Marine program and the Army. While in the Army he played football for them and traveled. He participated in two Shrimp Bowl games. Jim married Geraldine Pitts Furr on January 18, 1996. They enjoyed fishing, RV’ing, and wintered in the Phoenix and Yuma, Arizona areas. He was a member of the American Legion Post #359, he earned his 32nd degree Masonic Rite, and was a past member of the Moila Shrine Temple in St. Joseph. Jim was preceded in death by his son, Jim Gillett Jr. and his parents. Survivors include his wife, Geraldine of the home, son, Brant (Cara) Gillett of Leawood, Kansas, daughter, Cammy Crouch of St. Charles, Missouri, step children; Darrell (Shanda) Furr of St. Joseph, Joi (Gary) Davies of Troy, Kansas, and Chad (Heather) Furr of Lenexa, Kansas, several grandchildren and great grandchildren, sister, Geraldine Mollus of St. Joseph, and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to King Hill Christian Church where Jim was a member for many years. Per his wishes, no formal services will be held. He has been cremated under the care and direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. Family will receive friends from 1:00 – 2:00 P.M. Saturday, September 15, 2018 at Rupp Funeral Home. A private inurnment will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Shawn F. Simpson
1978-2018

Shawn Francis Simpson, 40, of Hiawatha, passed away September 11, 2018, due to a tragic motorcycle accident north of Hiawatha.

Shawn was born at Hiawatha Hospital, February 7, 1978, one of four children born to Alan Wayne and Patricia Jane Shelton Simpson. He grew up in the Highland-Hiawatha communities where he was homeschooled and received his high school diploma from St. James Christian Academy. He worked at Koch and Company for eight years prior to going to work for the City of Hiawatha water department in February 2018.

He was a loving father, husband, brother, son and uncle. His kids were his world! Shawn knew no stranger and he made everyone feel special. He loved spending time with his kids and wife. To say that he loved riding his motorcycle was an understatement!! He loved listening to music, helping people, making people laugh and tinkering with his classic cars. Shawn would give the last of anything he had to benefit someone else. He had an infectious smile and laugh!! He had an open mind/open heart….never judged anyone.

He attended the First Baptist Church in Hiawatha for several years with his family.

He was married to Christina Renea Sales, September 15, 2012 in St. Joseph, MO. She survives. He also leaves behind his five children: Brennon Barnes, Alan Simpson, Nicole Mackey, Blake Simpson, Jace Simpson, all of the home; his mother Patricia Simpson of Highland; two brothers Shannon Simpson of Highland, Shane Simpson of Troy; a sister Alisa McClellan of St. Joseph, MO; several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father Alan Wayne Simpson; and all of his grandparents.

A Celebration of Shawn’s life is planned for 2:30 p.m. Sunday, September 16, at the First Baptist Church in Hiawatha, with Pastor Blake Wyatt officiating. Interment will follow at the Iola Cemetery, south of Sparks.

The family will meet with friends from 6 until 8 Saturday evening at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, Hiawatha.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Shawn Simpson Memorial Fund, sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th St., Hiawatha 66434.

Kenneth Reichle
1938-2018

KENNETH R. REICHLE, 79 of Atchison, Kansas died Tuesday, September 11, 2018 at his residence in Atchison.
Memorial services for Mr. Reichle will be at 4:00 PM on Saturday, Sept. 15, 2018 at the Atchison United Methodist Church with Rev. Nancy Kollhoff officiating. The family will receive friends from 2:00 pm Saturday until time of service at the church. Burial will be at a later date in the Sunset Memory Gardens, Atchison. Memorial contributions may be made to Atchison United Methodist Church or the Atchison Library and may be sent in care of the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home who is handling the arrangements. Condolences for the family may be Ieft online at www.beckerdyer.com.
Kenneth R. Reichle was born on Sept. 23, 1938 and was one of eleven children of Ralph and Grace (Engeman) Reichle. He was born outside of Atchison in the Walnut Township area, He attended the Sunnyside Grade School south of Atchison for his first two years, Saint Nicholas Grade School near Cummings for third thru eighth grades and High School at Atchison County Community High School graduating in 1956. After high school Kenneth got his first job at Wilson’s Poultry House in Atchison.

From there he went into the Navy and served from 1957 until his discharge in 1960. On April 4, 1959 Kenneth was married to Catherine “Sue” Reppert in Atchison, KS. Kenneth went back to school at Washburn University in Topeka and got his Bachelor’s degree in 1966. In order to put himself through school and take care of his family he worked with Safeway Stores Inc, from 1961-1966. He began his teaching career at Atchison High School as a social studies teacher and coach from 1966 until 1980. During that time he also did some graduate study at Kansas University in Lawrence, KS. After leaving the school district he was Purchasing Agent, Vice President and General Manager at Atchison Leather Products. In 1989 the school bug bit him once again and Kenneth went back to teaching high school social studies this time at East Buchanan High School, in Gower, Mo. He did this for ten years until 1999. After his retirement from East Buchanan he worked as a substitute teacher in Effingham until 2009. Mr. Reichle was admired by his colleagues and respected by his students and will be remembered fondly by all who knew him. He was a member of the Atchison United Methodist Church, an avid reader, enjoyed fishing, gardening, cooking, sports, spending time with his grandchildren and was a Kansas University Basketball fan.

Ken is survived by his wife, Sue, of the home; one son David (Megan) of Boise, Idaho. Also surviving are four grandchildren, Tim Riddle, Havre, MT, Liz (Donnie) Nurse, Kuna, ID, Jared Reichle, Moscow, ID, and Jacob Reichle, Boise, ID, a son-in-law, Dan Riddle, Anaconda, MT, his brothers Virgil Reichle, Overland Park, KS, Ralph and Steve Reichle, of Topeka, KS and his sisters, Nancy McCune, Doris Powers, and Grace Reichle, all of Topeka, and Sally Friend of Horton, KS. He is preceded in death by his parents, daughter, Laura J. Riddle, one brother Delbert and two sisters Lois Stallings and Virginia Nolan.

E. June Handley
1924-2018

ST. JOSEPH, MISSOURI, E. June (Forbes) Handley, 94, of St. Joseph, Missouri formerly of Wathena, Kansas died Thursday, September 13, 2018.

June was born on September 3, 1924 in Wathena, Kansas to Russell D. and Edith (Wilson) Forbes. She lived in Wathena until moving to St. Joseph in 1980.

June was a member of the Frederick Boulevard Baptist Church in St. Joseph, Missouri.

She married Norbin “Dutch” Handley on September 20, 1945 in Elwood, Kansas. He preceded her in death in 1976. June was also preceded by her parents, sister, Virginia Sheridan and a brother, Russell E “Eddie” Forbes.

Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law;
Brenda Hewins (Allen) of St. Joseph, Missouri;
Grandsons; Matthew Hewins (Brenna) of Flower Mound, Texas;
Michael Hewins (Kimberly) of Kansas City, Missouri;
Great-grandchildren; Vivian, Gwyneth and Margot Hewins;
Sister, Dixie Paden of Wathena, Kansas;
Brother, Phillip Forbes of Richardson, Texas;
Nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

FUNERAL: Saturday, September 15, 2018 – 10:30 A.M.
At: Frederick Boulevard Baptist Church in St. Joseph, Missouri
Visitation: family will receive friends 1 hour prior to funeral at the church (9:30-10:30).
Burial: Bellemont Cemetery in Wathena, Kansas.

Memorials: Frederick Boulevard Baptist Church or Mosaic Hospice.

Harman Rohde Funeral Home in Wathena, Kansas is in charge of arrangements.

Ann Marie Fisher
1935-2018

Ann Marie Fisher, 83, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, September 12, 2018 at a local health care facility. She was born February 22, 1935 in St. Joseph, daughter of Elizabeth and Edward Angsten. She graduated from Central High School, class of 1954. She married Millard “Bud” Fisher on December 23, 1956 in St. Joseph . She worked as a Realtor in the St. Joseph area. Ann enjoyed her time raising her children and spending time with her grandchildren. She also enjoyed sewing and boating. Ann was preceded in death by father, Edward Angsten, mother, Elizabeth (Hill) Angsten, and brother, Dennis Angsten. Survivors include, husband, Millard “Bud” Fisher of Saint Joseph, daughter, Marina (Scott) Koelliker of Saint Joseph, son, Mark Fisher of St. Joseph, grandchildren, Brandon Fisher, Jillian Simmons, Christian Koelliker, and Abigail Bilby, four great-grandchildrne and sister-in-law, Donna Angsten of St. Joseph.

Mrs. Fisher has been cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home. A private inurnment to be held at a later date in Walnut Grove Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the American Cancer Society or St. Joseph Cathedral Catholic School.

Larry Dean Beaman
1938-2018

Larry Dean Beaman 80, of rural Highland left this life on Saturday September 15, 2018, at his home, surrounded by his family.

Larry was born March 23, 1938 in Highland, Kansas the son of Harold and Iva Dykes Beaman.

He lived in Highland all of his life and loved farming and was a good steward of the land. Larry graduated from Highland High School with the class of 1957. He also attended Highland College. Larry loved all sports but was an outstanding football player and he had a great passion for football.

Larry married Patricia Ann Dever in 1961 and to this union 5 children were born. Patricia preceded him in death in 1978. Larry later married Ellen Miller Mueller in January 1982, she had two sons.

He was preceded in death by parents Harold and Dorothy Beaman; Gib and Iva Koelliker, a grandson Dustin J. Beaman and a great grandson Nathaniel Silvas.

Larry is survived by his wife Ellen and children Curt Beaman, Kelly Jo Crossland, Kevin J.(Marci) Beaman, Kyla Rae (Jim) Koehler, Koby Dean Beaman, Tim (Jessica) Mueller and Mark (Leslie) Mueller. He is additionally survived by 16 grandchildren; and 22 great-grandchildren; He has 3 sisters; Barb (Steve) Koelliker, Irene Bramel, and Maxine (Charlie) Hopp.

It was Larry’s wish to be cremated and have a private inurnment at the Highland Cemetery with a celebration of life service to be held at a later date.

Memorials are suggested to Children’s Mercy Hospital; Highland Christian Church; or N.A.T.E. (Need Advice Talk Experiences), which may be sent in care of Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, PO Box 33 Highland, Kansas 66035.

William Kelly Merrigan
1962-2018

William “Kelly” Merrigan, 55 of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, September 17, 2018 at a St. Joseph, MO Hospital. The family will receive friends from 6-8 Wednesday, at the Rupp Funeral Home, funeral services 2pm Thursday, Rupp Funeral Home, the interment will be at the St. Munchin Cemetery, Cameron, MO. The family request memorialto the Kelly Merrigan memorial fund in care of the Rupp Funeral Home, or donate online at www.ruppfuneral.com, select Kelly’s obituary, and select funeral funding.

Wilbur Lee Stephens
1932-2018

Wilbur Lee Stephens 86, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Wednesday, August 22, 2018 at his home in St. Joseph, MO. He was born April 21, 1932 in Ridgeway, MO, son of the late Leota and Clyde Stephens. He retired Missouri State Highway Department after 30 years of service. He enjoyed camping and spending time with his family. Wilbur was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Darryl Willis, and sister, Nina Wagaman. Survivors include, wife, Leona Stephens of the home, son, Jerry Stephens of St. Joseph, MO. Graveside Funeral Services and Interment will be conducted at 11 am Monday, August 27, 2018 at the the Zoar Cemetery, Cainsville, MO. The funeral cortege will leave the funeral home at 9:15 am. The family will receive friends from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM on Sunday at the Rupp Funeral Home

Richard Dean “Rick” Siebenmorgen
1963-2018

Richard Dean “Rick” Siebenmorgen, 55, of Hiawatha, died Thursday evening, August 23, 2018, at Select Specialty Hospital in Kansas City, KS, from injuries he received July 28, 2018, on his motorcycle.

He was born February 21, 1963, one of seven children born to Louis and Lois Loyd Siebenmorgen and had lived in the Hiawatha area nearly all of his life. He grew up on a farm near Hiawatha where he attended school and graduated from Hiawatha High School with the class of 1981. After graduation, he started his work career as a farm hand, worked at Flair Fold for a number of years, Bestway, all done prior to driving a truck. Rick has driven a concrete truck for Midwest Ready Mix in Hiawatha for the past several years.

Rick was a dedicated member of Abate District #11, of Hiawatha. He enjoyed his family, loved riding his motorcycle, fishing—anything to do with being outdoors. He was a simple man!

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife Lisa Mackey of Falls City, Nebraska in 2006; and an infant daughter Marilyn.

Survivors include his son Bryan Siebenmorgen (Tera Mitcham); brothers Louis Siebenmorgen (Jan), Terry Siebenmorgen (JoLynn), Brad Siebenmorgen (Heather), Tim Siebenmorgen; two sisters: Debbie Roland (Herb), and Kim Siebenmorgen (Coco); and several nieces and nephews. A long time dear friend to the family is Peggy Gibson-Siebenmorgen.

As his request, he was cremated with a visitation planned for Friday, August 31, 2018, at the Fisher Community Center in Hiawatha from 5 until 8 p.m. Private inurnment will be at St. Peter’s Cemetery, Mercier.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Rick Siebenmorgen Memorial Fund, sent in care of the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, 124 S 7th St., Hiawatha 66434.

Linda Maxine Strecker
1946-2018

Falls City, Nebraska………….Linda Maxine Strecker passed away August 17, 2018, at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital, in Lincoln, Nebraska, with her son Shawn and Pamela Strecker by her side.

She was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, on January 11, 1946, to Maxine and Jim Horn. They moved from Louisiana to the Horn family farm near Falls City, Nebraska; and later moved into Falls City, Nebraska. She graduated from Falls City High School, in 1964. She attended Northwest Missouri State College for a year and transferred to Southeast Community College in Omaha.

She married Michael A. Strecker on June 4, 1966, in Falls City, Nebraska. They lived their dream by starting their own business part time in 1968 out of a spare bedroom. In July of 1976, the business had become a full time operation known as Strecker Gun and Supply. Many days were spent in the gunroom with family and friends. They loved them all!

Linda was preceded in death by her parents; and loving husband Michael A. Strecker.

She is survived by her son Shawn (Pamela) Strecker of Horton, Kansas; Her two sisters Sharon Horn of Madison, Tennessee; and Karon DeRoin of White Cloud, Kansas; a brother Tom Horn of Casper, Wyoming. Her granddaughter Shawna Strecker; and bonus granddaughter; a bonus grandson; and 6 bonus great-grandchildren, as well as many nieces and nephews.

Linda was buried with her husband Michael A. Strecker, at a private burial at Hart Cemetery, near Reserve, Kansas.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial contribution may be sent to, The Nebraska Children’s Home Society, in care of Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, 124 S 7th Street, Hiawatha, KS 66434.

Gary Eugene Jundy
1951-2018

Gary Eugene Jundy 66, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Wednesday, August 22, 2018 in Saint Joseph. He was born November 22, 1951 in St. Joseph, Missouri. He married Denise Jundy on December 15, 1977, and she survives of the home. He graduated from Faucett High School, and he served in the United States Navy. He retired from Western Regional Diagnostic and Corrections Center as a Lieutenant. He loved his dogs, cats and birds, but most especially he loved his family and grandchildren. Gary was preceded in death by his father, Gene Jundy, mother, Elizabeth Goben, step father, Preston Goben, and his granddaughter, Molly Conz. He is survived by wife, Denise Jundy of the home, son, Jason (Jamie) Jundy, Savannah, MO, daughters, Layla (Derek) Conz, St. Joseph, MO, and Heather Diggs, eleven grandchildren, two great grandchildren, brother, Fred (Gina) Jundy, three sisters, Lynn (Dave) Lundin, Patty (Brandon) Lewis, and Teri (Rich) Burkhardt. The family will receive friends from 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm, Saturday with Memorial Services to begin at 2:00 pm Saturday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Memorials are requested to the American Cancer Society.

Allen V. Meyer
1936-2018

Allen Victor Meyer 82, of rural Hiawatha, met his Lord and Savior Tuesday August 21, 2018 at Maple Heights Nursing Home.

Allen was born March 1, 1936 at about 10:00 am in a farm house ½ mile east and ½ mile south of Hamlin, Kansas to Arnold F. and Mable C. (Meyerholtz) Meyer. He started first grade at Hamlin Elementary in September of 1942, where he continued his education until February 21, 1946. On February 22, 1946, Allen moved with his parents to a farm 2 miles south 1/2 mile east and ½ mile north of Hiawatha. Allen enrolled in the fourth grade and finished his elementary education at Union School. He graduated from the 8th grade in April of 1950. During his youth Allen was also a member of the Hiawatha Jayhawkers 4-H club for 10 years. He had his garden for a project and won many ribbons at the county fair for exhibiting his produce.

He was baptized at Immanuel Lutheran Church in April of 1936. After moving southeast of Hiawatha in1946, Allen and his parents transferred their church membership to Zion Lutheran Church of Hiawatha. Allen began confirmation class in the fall of 1947, and was confirmed in the spring of 1950.

Allen started high school in the fall of 1950. He joined the F.F.A. and purchased a dairy heifer for a project. He also got a job at a grocery store in 1951, working after school and on Saturdays and time during the summer. He graduated from high school with his classmates, in 1954. Upon his graduation he received a Union Pacific Scholarship to Kansas State Agriculture University at Manhattan, Kansas, where he attended for one year. Allen stated at that time “I learned from the school of hard knocks”…learning from my mistakes.”

After coming back home in the spring of 1955, Allen worked for a neighbor doing farm work and also helped his dad, on the farm at home, until August at that time he went back to work at the I.G.A. grocery store where he had worked for three years during high school. He continued to work there full time until September 30, 1962, where he purchased a farm with a Grade A Dairy. Allen served with the Headquarters Battery Battalion of the Kansas Army National Guard, Hiawatha, in March 154 and was a member until his discharge in November 1962, attained the rank of E-5.

Allen and Mary Elizabeth Fish were united in marriage June 9, 1957. Mary joined the Zion Lutheran Church by confirmation in the fall of 1957. He taught junior high Sunday school from 1955 until 1962. Allen and Mary served as Walter League leaders from 1957-1962. Their marriage continued until Mary’s death April 21, 2009. When first married, Allen and Mary lived in an apartment at 509 Delaware. Then in the late summer of 1958 they purchased a home at 301 Iowa, during that time Mary taught elementary grade school at Powhattan and Union Schools.

On October 1, 1962 they made a career change sold their home at 301 Iowa. Allen quit his job and they moved to a farm they purchased a farm in the Claytonville neighborhood and would own for over 50 years, located four miles south,1¼ mile east, ½ mile south, and ¾ mile east of Hiawatha. There they would operate a Grade A Dairy, raise cattle, and farm the land. In 1988 after a fire which destroyed their dairy barn they sold their dairy cattle, but continued to farm and have a cow, calf operation. In 1976 they built a new home. On a Saturday afternoon about 4:30 a tornado destroyed the silo and all the buildings, on the farm except, the garage and the house. They both received damage, but were repairable. Allen continued to farm and build back until October of 2009. At that time he rented out his crop land, but continued to keep a few cows and take care of his hay to feed his cows. He sold his machinery due to health reasons and moved to Maple Heights in 2013, after 51 years of farming full time.

In 1999 Allen began to lead an adult bible class and he became a church Elder in 2003 a position he held for many years.

Allen enjoyed his garden and sharing his produce with his church family’s as long as he was able to care for it. He also loved watching animals, plants grow, especially in the spring with the new birth of baby calves and new plant life.

He is survived by dear friends Troy and Robyn Kolb, sister in law Eleanor “Ann” Smith; his cousins; Rick, Rod, Doug, Wes, Jeeper, Matt Meyer, Rose Newman, Sandy Howes.

Allen was preceded in death by his parents and his wife and many Aunts and Uncles.

Funeral services are planned for 11a.m. Saturday, August 25, 2018, at Zion Lutheran Church in Hiawatha. Pastor Sean Kilgo and Pastor Michael Dunaway will officiate. Interment with military honor will follow at Hiawatha Cemetery.

Friends may call at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hiawatha after 10 am till 6pm Friday August 24, 2018. Family will meet friends from 10-11 Saturday at the church.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Zion Lutheran Church Playground Fund and may be sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S. 7th St. Hiawatha, Kansas 66434.

Vivien Inez Venneberg
1916-2018

HOLTON – Vivien Inez Venneberg, 102, of Holton, Kansas passed away August 20, 2018 at the Community Hospital in Onaga.

She was born July 28, 1916 near Johnstown, Nebraska. She was the oldest daughter of Thomas James Graff and Ann Catherine (Zillig) Graff. Vivien graduated from Havensville High School.

She worked as a ticket clerk for the Union Pacific Railroad in Junction City during the war. After the war she and her husband Paul returned to farming south of Havensville, near the Bucks Grove community. In September 1992 she moved to Holton, Kansas.

Vivien was a member of the Havensville Christian Church and had attended Bucks Grove United Methodist Church for many years. She belonged to the Ladies Aid at Bucks Grove and had played the keyboard there.

She married Paul C. Venneberg on February 13, 1937. He preceded her in death on January 17, 1991. She was also preceded in death by her parents and three sisters, Lois Dandliker, Edna Mills and Margaret Ann Osterhaus.

Survivors include one son, Paul Edwin Venneberg and his wife Toni, of Topeka, and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at the Bucks Grove United Methodist Church at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 25th. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Vivien will lie in state until noon Saturday at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Holton. Memorials are suggested to the Bucks Grove United Methodist Church or the Havensville Christian Church, and may be sent in care of the funeral home, PO Box 1034, Holton, KS 66436.

George “Bud” Henry Lee
1936-2018

George “Bud” Lee 82, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Monday, August 20, 2018 in Saint Joseph, MO. He was born February 16, 1936 in St. Joseph, MO, son of the late Goldie and Wally Lee. He worked at Armour and Company retiring after 22 years, Snorkel for 15 years, and retired from the United States Army after 22 years. He enjoyed fishing, horse shoes, and bowling, and he loved serving his country. George was preceded in death by wife, Else Lee, his parents, brothers, Billy and Joe Lee, sisters, Doris “Dean” Brown, Betty “Joney” Talbott, and brother in law, Bill Talbot, and Barbara “Dot” Badgett. Survivors include, daughters, Heidi Lee and Christina Patterson of Saint Joseph, MO, son, Charley (Christina) Lee, St. Joseph, MO, five grandchildren, Blair (Mike) Darnell, Carly (Ty) Moss, Candace (Dave) Garon, Bobby Patterson, and Cody (Carah) Patterson, great grandchildren, Cody Jr, Lincoln, Tatum, Talin and Kash, sister, Janet Savage, Saint Joseph, MO.

Funeral Services: 2:00 pm Friday, August 24, 2018 at Rupp Funeral Home, Tony McDowell officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Thursday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Ashland Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the Parkinson Foundation or the Wounded Warrior Project. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Barbara Dolores James
1936-2018

Barbara Dolores James 81, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, August 18, 2018 at her home. She was born September 7, 1936 in Omaha, NE, She graduated from Benton High School class of 1954 She then graduated from the St. Joseph Junior College with accreditation in Virology, Seraology, and Bacteriology, in 1968 she graduated from the St. Joseph Beauty University, then opened a beauty shoppe and operated it for 30 years, after which she was the manager of the J.C. Penny’s Salon until she retired. She was a member of the King Hill Order of Eastern Star, where she was a Worthy Matron in 1967, and selected as District Deputy Grand Matron of the 9th district in 1977, she was the past president of the South Side Business Women’s association, St. Joseph Women’s Chamber of Commerce, and the Entre Nous Club. Barbara was very active at Hosea School, as a home room mom, the PTA, she was involved in all her children and grandchildren’s activities. She prolifically wrote plays and skits for many programs. She also belongs to the Benton Alumni website. She loved music and played many instruments, one of her hobbies was Bingo, and playing the lottery of which she won the Missouri lottery twice with the same numbers. She was a member the Wyatt Park Christian Church. A firm believer in what God Hath done in her life, with a saying always, “God is good all the time.” Barbara was preceded in death by husband Leon James, her parents, sister, Patricia Goad, brothers, James “Jim” Jerold Banks, and Dick Banks. Survivors include, daughter, Roxanne Silvey (David Budd) of St. Joseph, MO, sons, Gregory Leon James (Mary Carr) of Stewartsville, MO, and Kevin Scott James (Kim) James of St. Joseph, MO, eight grandchildren, Adrian James, Craig (Gina) James, David (Jessica) Silvey, Dustin (Laura Beth) Silvey, Trevor (Alitha) Silvey, Kyle (Kandi) Gresham, Kylee (Chris) James, and Kyndell (Alex) James, 9 great grandchildren, sisters, Jeanette (Mike) Huft, of Oklahoma and Muriel “Sissy” Underwood, of Arizona, a brother, Merrill “Junior” Bassett of Oklahoma, niece, Kendra Tetors, sister in law, Rosella Palones of Savannah, MO.

Funeral services: 2:00 pm, Thursday, August 23, 2018 at Rupp Funeral Home, Dr. Scott Killgore officiating, The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Wednesday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The inurnment will be at the Ashland Cemetery at a later date. Memorials are requested to the Wyatt Park Christian Church. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

John M Kanacsky
1927-2018

John M. Kanacsky 90, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, August 18, 2018. He was born November 1, 1927 in St. Joseph, MO, son of the late Anna and Joseph Kanacsky. He graduated from Benton High School and entered the United States Navy and is a veteran of the World War II. He retired from the Gas Service Company. He enjoyed bowling every Friday night, raising goats, sheep and horses, at Benton, he was the last member of the Peanut Bowl, in Georgia. He was a Christian and a member of the American Legion. John was preceded in death by his parents, son, Dennis, three sisters, Julia Slevenski, Mary Shepizon, and Amelia Miljavoc, and four brothers. Survivors include daughters, Joanie Geesing and Lorrie Kanacsky, son, Jon (Sharon) Kanacsky, all of Saint Joseph, MO, four grandchildren: Ryan Geesing, Justin (Natalie) Geesing, Nathan (Andrea) Kanacsky, and Lisa (Brian) Phipps, great grandchildren: Graham, Charlotte, Eliana, Lucas, Jacob, Skylar, Jackson, Kira, Kayla, and Michael, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Memorials are requested to a Charity of the Donors Choice
Graveside funeral services and interment will be conducted on 11 AM Friday, August 24, 2018, at the Mount Olivet Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Thursday at the Rupp Funeral Home.

Richard Dale Pummell
1929-2018

Richard D, Pummell 89, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, August 18, 2018 at his home. He was born January 8, 1929 in St. Joseph, MO, son of the late Delois and Lionel Pummell. He proudly served in the United States Navy, and spent his working life as a painter, paper hanger and carpenter, retiring from Wayne Kerns Construction company. He enjoyed hunting, shooting, gunsmithing, playing and fixing all kinds of musical instruments. He was a Christian. Richard was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Ida May Pummell, daughter, Janice Johnson, brothers Ellis, Randolph, and Donald Pummell, a sister, JoAnn, and a great grandson Simon Traster. Survivors include, daughter, Audrey (James) Tolson, St. Joseph, MO, sons, Phillip (Lisa) Pummell, Richard (Paula) Pummell, DeKalb, MO, Melvin (Leslie) Pummell, Savannah, MO, and Mitchell (Joyce) Pummell, St. Joseph, MO, son in law, Max Johnson, 12 grandchildren, 30 great grandchildren, 1 great great grand-daughter, and one due in February, his sister, Vivian Smith, and brother Leon Pummell.

Funeral services: 2:00 pm, Wednesday, August 22, 2018 at Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Jacob McMillian officiating, 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 Odd Fellows Public Cemetery. Military honors by the United States Navy. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Phylis Jean Lybarger
1936-2018

Phylis Jean Lybarger 82, of Saint Joseph, Missouri died Monday July 16, 2018 at her home in Saint Joseph,Missouri. She was born July 10, 1936, Saint Joseph, Missouri. She was preceded in death by parents, Charles and Elvira Lybarger. Survivors include her many friends and neighbors. There will be a memorial service at 1:00 P.M. Sunday, August 19, 2018 at Faith United Baptist, Pastor James Long officiating. Memorials are requested to the Phylis Lybarger Memorial Fund in care of the Rupp Funeral Home.

Donald O. Lawson
1939-2018

Donald O. Lawson, 79, of Mayetta, died Friday, August 17, 2018 at the Onaga Health and Rehabilitation Center.

He was born May 23, 1939 at Clay Center, the son of Donald Lawson, Sr. and Thelma Hitsman Lawson.

Don had served in the U.S. Air Force for eleven years and then for eleven years in the Army National Guard. He also was the Heating and Air Supervisor for the State of Kansas in the Docking Building in Topeka.

He was a former member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and Mensa International.

Don married Nancy Hill on February 28, 1987 at St. John Catholic Church in Iola. She survives, of the home.

He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Marian Hughes and Thelma.

Other survivors include a son, Douglas Lawson and wife Penny, Salina; a brother, Richard Lawson, in Missouri; two sisters, Beverly Steele, Topeka and Donna Cox, Owasso, OK; and three grandchildren, Brady, Jace and Tatiana Lawson.

Memorial services with military honors will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, August 25th at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Holton. Inurnment will be later in the Highland Cemetery at Iola. Memorials are suggested to the American Diabetes Association or the American Heart Association, and may be sent in care of the funeral home, P.O. Box 1034, Holton, 66436.

Cathy Prue Shanks
1947-2018

Cathy Prue Shanks, 70, of Dearborn, Missouri, passed away Monday, August 13, 2018 at a Gower Health Care facility. She was born August 24, 1947 in rural Dearborn, Missouri, daughter of Betty & J.C. Stubbs. She graduated from North Platte R-3 High School. She worked at Interserv for 35 years as a Early Childhood Education Instructor. She was a member of New Market Christian Church. Cathy loved going to animal sales, state fairs, and having picnics with her granddaughter. She also enjoyed raising chickens on her family farm. Cathy was the best mother and grandmother she could be. She had the most beautiful soul, always willing to help, and overall just loved life.

Cathy was preceded in death by her father, J.C. Stubbs, mother, Betty Lou Stubbs, son, Nathaniel Shanks, son, Matthew Beck, and sister, Saralyn Hay. She is survived by granddaughter, Maizey Shanks (Dylan Oliver), grandson, Jordan Roberds, great-grandsons, Luke and Noah Oliver and aunt and uncle, Donna and Clinton Mullendore,

Ms. Shanks has been cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home. Memorial Service will be at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, August 18, 2018 at Rupp Funeral Home The family will receive friends from 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm on Saturday at Rupp Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations are welcome to offset expenses toward funeral costs and a memorial bench on the family farm.

James “Jim” Alexander Cogdill
1925-2018

James “Jim” Alexander Cogdill 93, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, July 28, 2018 in St. Joseph, MO at his home. He was born May 8, 1925 in Stanberry, MO, son of the late Effie and Jake Cogdill. He worked at Pioneer Seed Co. Pasco Steel. He was a member of the Faith Valley Church of God. Jim was preceded in death by wife, Neoma Cogdill, and 1st wife, Maxine Cogdill, his parents, son, Jimmy E. Cogdill, daughters, Carol Peterson, and Sheila Mosser, brothers, Earl, Claude Jake, and Donald Cogdill, sisters, Ethel Wordrup, Dorothy Brown, and Pauline Wilbanks, and a grandson, Joseph Peterson. Survivors include step daughters, Darla (Patrick) Wertin, Billie Jean Cook, Danette (Donnie) Peters, Ramona Joyce, Kathy Murphy, Carla Gallagher, and Channon Ganot, step sons, Gary (Cindy) Cook, Charles (Debbie) Cook, grandchildren, James Peterson, Richard Peterson, Sherry Pyle, Kim Peterson, Shirley Cogdill, Lisa Cogdill, and Jim Cogdill. Graveside funeral services and interment will be conducted on Tuesday, July 31, 2018 at 11:30 am, at the Ashland Cemetery, The family will receive friends from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM on Tuesday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Betty Jo Berry
1944-2018

Betty Jo Berry, 74, surrounded by family, passed away late Saturday evening, July 28, 2018.

Betty Jo was born July 25, 1944, at Chapman, Kansas, one of seven children born to the late Charles and Leona DeWitt Fleagle and had lived in Hiawatha most of her life. He father worked construction so the family moved some so she grew up at Abeline and graduated high school there. She later graduated from Highland Junior College with an associate’s degree.

Betty Jo worked as a security guard for Sac & Fox Casino south of Fairview for 15 years before retiring.

Survivors include four sons: Donald Lee Berry of Elizabeth City, NC, Gene Berry and Ray Berry, both of Currituck, NC, Robert Samuel Rydwell of Allentown, PA; her siblings: Donald Fleagle (Margie), Robert Fleagle (Tina), Charles Fleagle (Yunnie), all of Hiawatha; Julia Swain of Elizabeth City; with many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Also surviving are 16 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, Betty Jo was also preceded in death by a son Randy, daughter Doris Ann Pierce, grandson Justin, two sisters: Peggy Schoenfelder and Sandra Shafer.

Cremation is planned with no services planned at this time.

The Betty Jo Berry Memorial Fund has been established and may be sent in care of Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, 124 S 7th St., Hiawatha, 66434.

Nancy Renee Burley
1974-2018

Nancy Renee Burley 44, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, July 24, 2018 at her home in Saint Joseph, MO. She was born March 4, 1974 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of Judy and Francis Wells. She graduated from Central and Hillyard Technical school. She married Danny Burley on August 18, 1995. She worked at Mosaic life care and Saxton health care as a LPN. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, camping, attending concerts and big hair bands. She attended Copeland Baptist Church. Nancy was preceded in death by father, Francis Wells, brother, Bobby Lynn Buckingham. Survivors include, husband, Danny Burley of the home, mother, Judy Wells, Saint Joseph, MO, daughters, Kayla (Michael) Weiser, Jessica Burley, and Serenity Burley, sons, Bret Wells, and Tommy Burley, grandchildren, Blaze, Keeley, Synciere, Mia, Dexter, Curtesy, sisters, Rebecca Buckingham, Rhonda Townsend, and Angela Wells.

Funeral services: 2:00 pm, Tuesday, July 31, 2018 at Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Steve Roberts officiating, The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 PM on Monday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the Nancy Burley memorial fund in care of the Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Jo Ann Creevan
1932-2018

ONAGA – Jo Ann Creevan, 86, of Onaga, died Wednesday, July 25, 2018 at her home.

She was born January 2, 1932 at Marysville, the daughter of Joseph and Ida Martinson Nider.

Jo Ann worked at Pyramid Manufacturing Sewing Factory in Onaga for over twenty years. She was a member of the Catholic faith.

She married Lawrence W. Creevan on October 20, 1949. He died April 5, 2002.

Jo Ann was also preceded in death by two sons, Lawrence J. “Larry” Creevan and James Patrick Creevan, a brother, James Nider and a sister, Dorothy Kindred.

Survivors include two daughters, Barbara Perez, Onaga and Jacqueline “Jaci” Morris and husband Robert, Circleville, twelve grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren.

Graveside memorial services will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 31st at St. Michael Catholic Cemetery at Wheaton. Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Onaga is in charge of arrangements.

Lewis Duane “Fargo”” Farley
1935-2018

Highland, KS Lewis Duane “Fargo” Farley, 83, of Highland, died early Tuesday morning, July 24, 2018 at the NorthCare Hospice House.

Duane was the middle of five sons born to Lewis and Josephine Farley. A lifelong area resident, he attended White Cloud High School, where he met Barbara Ann Benson. They graduated from White Cloud with the class of 1954 and attended Highland Community College together, but unlike Barb, Duane was not committed to higher education. They were married on December 22, 1957. They made their home in Highland all their married life.

Days after their wedding Duane received his draft notice from the U.S. Army, and served in the Seventh Infantry Division in Korea. After returning from his military service, Duane worked for Quaker Oats for over 25 years before his retirement, at which time Barb put him to work in her office at Highland Community College. There he enjoyed a brief second career as office lackey and general dogsbody.

In recent years Duane found great enjoyment in his friends, scratch off tickets, and the White Cloud casino and bingo hall. He was a lifetime fan of the KC Chiefs and Royals, although in most years it could not always be said that he found watching them play to be particularly enjoyable. At least the Jayhawks could be relied on for winning seasons. He and his son David had a regular schedule of area restaurants they visited throughout the week, where Duane was particularly fond of barbecue or a good steak. He was never happier than when he was teasing or joking with someone he cared about, and making people laugh was a skill he spent a lifetime perfecting.

Survivors include his wife, Barbara, currently a resident at the Apostolic Christian Home in Sabetha, daughter Elizabeth Farley Metzger of Tempe, Arizona, son David of Highland, and brothers Dennis (“Red”), Gary, and Glen. There were a number of young people Duane thought of as children and grandchildren, particularly Kinsey Riley of Montezuma, KS, who he was deeply proud to see enter the Air Force Reserve. Duane was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Eddie.

There are no services planned at this time. If you want to commemorate his life, his family suggests you take your friends and relatives out fishing or to a favorite restaurant. Contributions in his memory can be sent in care of Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, PO Box 33, Highland, KS 66035.

Raymond “Sonny” Lee Maddox
1949-2018

Raymond “Sonny” Lee Maddox 68, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Wednesday July 25, 2018 at his home. He was born October 13, 1949 in St. Joseph, Missouri son of Cora & Raymond “Cotton” Maddox. He married Barbara Presnell on September 9, 1983, and they shared 35 years together. He attended Benton High School, and retired from Affiliated Foods after 28 years of services. He enjoyed camping and fishing on the Nodaway river, pontoon boating, and shooting pool, he also enjoyed hanging our with his friends from family, he was a Presbyterian. Sonny was preceded in death by his parents, step son, Tommy Thompson, grandson, Dillon Ray Maddox, brother, Robert Burkeybile, and sister, Barbara Green. Survivors include wife, Barbara Maddox of the home, son, Raymond (Brenda) Maddox, St. Joseph, MO, daughter, LeAnn Maddox (Ronnie Cook), Wathena, KS, step son, Michael Maddox, St. Joseph, MO, and son, Eddie Miller, Roan Mountain, TN, daughter in law, Sara Myers Maddox, 6 grandchildren, the mother of his children, Bina Clark, brother, Herb (Penny) Burkeybile, sister, Raeona (Leonard) Smith, Agency, MO, special friend and camping buddy on the Nodaway, Billy Reed, and friend, Ronald Harris. The family will receive friends from 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm on Saturday at the Rupp Funeral Home, funeral services 2:00 pm Saturday, at the Rupp Funeral Home. He will be cremated under the care and direction of the Rupp Funeral Home after the funeral service. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

Dianna Mae O’Connell
1949-2018

Dianna Mae O’Connell, 69, of St. Joseph, passed away Tuesday, July 24, 2018 at Mosaic Life Care. She was born May 4, 1949 in St. Joseph. She attended Lafayette High School. She worked many years at Whitaker Cable and later Sherwood Medical Supply. Dianna enjoyed bowling and going to the casino. Preceding her in death are her parents, William Elbert Surritte and Juanita Sherman Miller, grandsons, Nathaniel Lee and Nathan Bryan, sisters, Catherine Baskins, Marcia Surritte, and Linda Sandker, her longtime companion, Henry Becker. She is survived by her children, Rhonda O’Connell, Bryan (Robbie) O’Connell and Melissa Kretzer, all of St. Joseph, MO, brother, Virgil “Butch” (Vickie) Miller of Belton, MO, grandchildren Jeramy, Amber, Coty, Sonya, Jamal, Shaneka, Natasha, Kelsey Dawn, Kelsey Corinne, Jerrad, Tayber, Taylin, Shylo, DeShon and Darion, numerous great-grandchildren and her former companion, who was a big part of the family for over 20 years, James Comer. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Friday, July 27, 2018 at the Rupp Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life will follow at 7:00 p.m. at Rupp Funeral Home. Ms. O’Connell will be cremated following services. Online condolences and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

Joseph Wessel, Jr
1931-2018

Joseph A. Wessel, Jr., 87, formerly of Effingham, KS died on Sat. Aug. 4, 2018 at the Gran Villas, Atchison surrounded by family.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 on Thursday, Aug.9th, 2018 at St. Ann’s Church, Effingham, KS with Fr. Benjamin Tremmel, OSB as Celebrant. Burial will follow in the St. Ann’s Cemetery. A parish rosary will be recited at 6:30 pm on Wednesday, August 8th, 2018, with visitation to follow until 8:00 pm at St. Ann’s Church, Effingham. The Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions are suggested to Gran Villas, Atchison or St. Ann’s Church and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.
Joseph A. Wessel was born on July 29th, 1931 in Kelly, KS the son of Joseph and Freida (Niehues) Wessel. Mr. Wessel served in the United States Navy as a Gunner’s Mate-Seaman First Class. He worked as the maintenance Supervisor for USD # 377 retiring in 1993. He was a member of the St. Ann’s Church, Effingham, was a former member of the American Legion Post #6, Atchison. Joe enjoyed spending time with his family, cruising in his truck, mowing his yard, fishing, hunting, playing cards, and pitching horseshoes.
He was married to Mary Grollnes on Feb. 11, 1956 in Valley Falls, KS. She survives at Gran Villas, Atchison. Additional survivors include two sons, Steve (Peggy) Wessel, Baldwin City, KS, and Pat (Lisa) Wessel, Valley Falls, KS, three daughters, Judy(Tony) Jackson, Lancaster, KS, Linda (Tony) Kearney, Atchison, KS and Marlene (Mark) Westermann, Everest, KS, a brother, Tom (Connie) Wessel, Ft. Worth, TX, ten grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. His parents, and three brothers, Vince, Leander, and Jerry Wessel and a sister, Florence Edwards preceded him in death.

Fred “Bud” Ramage
1929-2018

HOYT – Fred “Bud” Ramage, 88, of Hoyt, died Wednesday, August 1, 2018 at his home.

He was born November 8, 1929 at Denison, the son of Fred C. and Nellie Myers Ramage. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1947 to 1950.

Bud was an over the road truck driver for several different trucking companies, including Joe Collins Trucking and Jerry Taliaferro Trucking at Holton, and Hoyt’s Truck Line in Topeka.

He was a member of the Hoyt United Methodist Church.

He married Verna Anderson on January 2, 1949 at Quartzite, Arizona. She survives, of the home.

Bud was preceded in death by his parents, a son Johnny M. Ramage, who was stillborn, and a sister, Carol Fitzsimmons.

Other survivors include two daughters, Janice Matchie (Roland), Holton and Patricia Terry (Paul), Silver Lake; two sons, Michael Ramage (Carrie), Topeka, and Dennis Ramage, Holton; twelve grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren.

Memorial services will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, August 11th at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hoyt. Burial with military honors will follow in the Hoyt Cemetery. Family and friends will meet from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. on Friday at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the Hoyt United Methodist Church, and may be sent in care of the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, PO Box 280, Hoyt, 66440.

James Edward Zahner
1941-2018

James Edward “Jimmy Z” Zahner, 77, of St Joseph, passed away Monday July 30, 2018 at Mosaic Life Care. He was born March 29, 1941 in Mendon, MO, son of Wilner (Lambert) & David Zahner. Jimmy worked primarily as a truck driver. He was also a race car mechanic and loved racing sprint cars and fishing. He was preceded in death by his wife, Bonnie (Boydston) Zahner, father, David Zahner, mother, Wilner Zahner, brother, Jerry Zahner. He is survived by step-daughter, Traci (Kevin) Brown of Elwood, KS, daughters, Tammy and Twila, brother, Jewell “Ray” (Renee) Zahner of Laredo, TX, sister, Patricia Bish of Kansas City, MO, sister, Lula (Norman) Jones of St. Joseph, and sister, Mary Woody of St. Joseph and several grand and great-grandchildren. Mr. Zahner has been cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm on Saturday, August 4, at Rupp Funeral Home. A private inurnment will be held at Sugar Creek Cemetery, Rushville, Mo.

Marvine Strong
1928-2018

Marvine Louise Strong, 89, Rushville, MO died on Monday, July 30, 2018 at her home.
Graveside services and burial will be 3:00 pm on Wednesday, Aug. 1, 2018 at the Sugar Creek Cemetery, Rushville, with Rev. Tim Champ officiating. No visitation will be held. Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral home is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions are suggested to help with final expenses and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Marvine L. Gregg was born on Dec. 19, 1928 in Appleton City, MO the daughter of Cleve Leroy and Fay Bernice (Duffey) Gregg. She graduated from Appleton High School in 1946. She was married to Earl M. Strong on April 16, 1952 in Newkirk, OK. They owned and operated a restaurant in Weston, MO and a grocery store in Rushville, MO. She had also worked at the Whiskey Rebellion Liquor Store. Marvine was a member of the First Christian Church, Appleton City, MO. She enjoyed painting, collecting antiques and going to auctions. Her life centered around her family and grandchildren.

Survivors include a daughter, Marlene L. Bowers, Rushville, Mo, a granddaughter, Colene Strong, Atchison, KS and two great grandchildren, Felicity Crossland, and Tyler Gates of Atchison, KS. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Earl, a daughter, Connie Kincade and a great granddaughter Desirae Crossland.

Constance “Connie” Lawson (Dugan)
1945-2018

Constance “Connie” Sue Dugan Lawson, 73 of Leavenworth, KS, formerly of Atchison, KS, joined our Lord and Savior on Monday, July 23, 2018 at her home.

Funeral service will be at 2:00 PM on Friday, July 27, 2018 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Doniphan Cemetery, Doniphan, KS. Family will receive friends prior to the service from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to Ashley Community Faith Church, Ashley, IL and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www.beckerdyer.com.

Connie was born July 20, 1945, in Linton, IN, the daughter of Clifford Dugan I and BillyAnna (Poe) Dugan, Forbis. She graduated from Vandalia Illinois High School and then attended Cosmetology school in Effingham, IL and then she received an Associate’s Degree in Youth Correction. She was a correctional officer for thirty-six years, having worked in McCallister, OK and Lansing Correctional and the Atchison Juvenile Facility. Connie was a member of Byington #177 Order of Eastern Star and enjoyed writing children’s books. She was also a founding member of the Ashley Community of Faith Church in Ashley, IL.

Connie married Lester M. Lawson on January 4, 1967 at the First United Methodist Church in Vandalia, IL; he preceded her in death on January 13, 2004. Survivors include two sons, Lester Lawson, Leavenworth, KS, Carl-David Poe and Tammy Lynn Lawson I, Lansing, KS, a daughters Yvonne and Bobby Mathis, Leavenworth, KS, two brothers, Clifford and Carylon Dugan II, Jasper, IN and Cevin and Mary Dugan, Ashley, IL, ten grandchildren; April Daniels, Samantha Lawson, Carl-David Poe Lawson II, Sara Bonnett, Krystal Gould, Bret Peoples, Robert Gould, Jarret Gould, Rosella Garcia, Benito Garcia and eight great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, a grandmother, Leon Tine Densmore, and a daughter Katrina Lawson Garcia.

Jacquelyn “Jackie” Kaye Weiser
1961-2018

Jacquelyn “Jackie” Kaye Weiser 56, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Tuesday July 17, 2018 in Saint Joseph. She was born November 10, 1961 in St. Joseph, Missouri daughter of the late Arlene & Jack Messner. She graduated from Central High School, and Vatterott College. She was a homemaker, who enjoyed reading and loved spending time with her grandchildren. Jacquelyn was preceded in death by her parents. Survivors include: daughters, Ashley (Charles) Rainsbarger, Platte City, MO, and Katie Weiser, Saint Joseph, MO, son, Jason Weiser, St. Joseph, four grandchildren, Briana, Hudson, Amelia, Ross Cody, and great grandson, RJ, two brothers, Mike and Kirk Messner of St. Joseph, MO. The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm on Friday at the Rupp Funeral Home. She will be cremated under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

Gwendolyn Dale Montgomery
1928-2018

Gwendolyn Dale Montgomery 90, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, July 17, 2018 in a Savannah, MO health care center. She was born March 22, 1928 in Klammoth Falls, OR. She was a Homemaker who enjoyed sewing and spending time with her family. She attended the Faith United Church. Gwendolyn was preceded in death by husband, Harold F. Montgomery, mother, Cora Mull, daughter, Sharon Montgomery, and brother, Wesley Clayton. Survivors include, daughters, Paula (Larry) Bryson of Amazonia, MO, and Janet (Lynn) Reed of Salina, KS, son, Martin (Juanita) Montgomery of Springfield, MO, six grandchildren, Steven Bryson, Michael Montgomery, Gregory Bryson, Timothy Montgomery, Brett Reed, Amy Bryson, and Laura Hall, 7 great – grandchildren, Justin & Lacy Montgomery, Weston, Chase, Lillian, Kaylynne, and Riley.
Funeral services: 2:00 pm, Friday, July 20, 2018 at Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Jim Oswald officiating, The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Thursday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Memorials are requested to the Asera Care Hospice or Faith United Church Building Fund.

Tommy R. Whisenand
1953-2018

Tommy R. Whisenand 65, passed away Thursday July 12, 2018. He was born January 1, 1953 in St. Joseph, Missouri son of Frances & Andrew Whisenand. He married Carolyn Harding on June 24, 1972, He attended Lafayette High School and retired from the United States Navy after 22 years of service, he was a FAA Certified Mechanic Tommy was preceded in death by his parents, son, Craig Whisenand, and sister, Trudy Muff. He is survived by wife, Carolyn Whisenand, daughter, Kellie (Joel) Martinez, grandchildren, Tristan & Peyton Martinez, brothers, Larry (Kathy) Whisenand, and Billy (Debra) Whisenand, sister, Cindy (Rudy) Fuentas, sister In law, Gale Harding. brother in laws, George Hilliard, and Robert (Debi) Harding, as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews & nieces. Memorial services will be held at a later date, the inurnment will also be at a later date at the Leavenworth National Cemetery. He will be cremated under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home.

Wilma I. (Bottom) Ross
1921-2018

HAVENSVILLE – Wilma I. (Bottom) Ross, 96, of Havensville, died Sunday, July 8, 2018 at the Eastridge Nursing Facility in Centralia.

She was born September 18, 1921 in the Bucks Grove Community near Havensville, the daughter of Roy and Eva Mae Kroth Bottom. She graduated from Soldier High School in 1939 and received a teaching certificate from Kansas State University.

Wilma taught at rural schools in Jackson County for seven years. She later worked in the Topeka School system in their hot lunch program, and then was the activities director at Dyers Nursing Home in Topeka.

She was a member of the Bucks Grove United Methodist Church, and had taught the nursery class and was treasurer for the church. She also attended the Havensville Christian Church.

Wilma married J. Francis “Pepsi” Ross on March 30, 1946 at Mayetta. He died December 11, 2000.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, two sisters, Goldie Krebs and Lorah Mae Wyatt, and two brothers, Albert Bottom and Verne Bottom.

Survivors include a son, Leon Francis Ross, Havensville; two daughters, Judy Kathleen Byers, Omaha, NE and Susie Ann Ross, Mayetta; two brothers, Ralph Bottom, Holton and Gene Bottom, Inman; a sister, Betty Smith, Beattie; five grandchildren, thirteen great grandchildren and one great-great grandson.

Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday, July 12th at the Havensville Christian Church. Burial will follow in Bucks Grove Cemetery. Wilma will lie in state Wednesday at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Onaga, where family and friends will meet from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Memorials are suggested to Bucks Grove United Methodist Church or the Onaga Library, and may be sent in care of the funeral home, P.O. Box 312, Onaga, 66521.

Lloyd “Roger” Ruhnke
1942-2018

Wathena, Kansas – Lloyd “Roger” Ruhnke, 76 years old passed away Monday, July 9, 2018 at the Mosaic Hospital, St. Joseph, Mo., with his children and grandchildren at his side.

Roger was born on March 14, 1942 in Troy, Kansas to Lloyd Rueben Ruhnke & Opal Jeanette (Monroe) Ruhnke.

Roger served in the US Navy Seabees, and then moved to Wathena, Ks. He made his living as an Electrician and was a Farmer all of his life. Roger enjoyed hunting and had traveled to Colorado many times to Elk hunt. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Nancy Cassidy of St. Joseph, Mo. & sister Linda Clary of Troy, Ks.; son-in-law Marvin Ross of Troy, Ks.

Survivors include his 3 daughters, De (Rick) Ashworth, Wathena
Stacy Ruhnke, Wathena
Natalie (Brian) Simpson, Wathena

Grandchildren: Brianna (Ryan) Wardein, Cheyenne Ward, Ali (Ryan) Johnson, Emily (Sheldon) Hawkins, & Nathan Richter; great-grandchildren: Greyson, Jackson & Eric.

Funeral Service: 10:00 A.M., Saturday July 14, 2018 at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Troy, Ks. Roger will lie in state at Harman-Rohde Funeral Home, Wathena, Ks. on Thursday. Friends may view Roger Friday after 9:00 A.M. at Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Troy, with visitation: 6-8 PM on Friday evening.

Burial: Mount Olive Cemetery, Troy, Kansas. Military honor’s under the auspices of the American Legion Post #161.

In lieu of flowers, Memorials suggested to Wathena American Legion #161, Wathena EMT’S or Doniphan County Ambulance Dist. 1.

Debora “Debbie” Ann Scott
1959-2018

Debora “Debbie” Scott, 58, of St. Joseph, passed away Monday, July 9, 2018 at her residence. She was born October 13, 1959 in St. Joseph, daughter of Nancy & Billie Scott Sr. She graduated from Central High School class of 1976. She worked at Weiser’s Family Cleaners. Debbie enjoyed crafting and going to the casino. She was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church. Debbie was preceded in death by her father, Billie Scott Sr., brothers, Gary Grubb and Bill Scott Jr. and sister, Judy Jennings. She is survived by her mother, Nancy Scott, of St. Joseph, sister, Diana (Steve) Greiner of St Joseph, brother, Steve Scott of St. Joseph, her godparents, Janice and Ronald McCulloch and numerous nieces and nephews. She will be cremated under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. An inurnment will take place at a later date. Memorials are requested to the Debbie Scott Memorial Fund, c/o Rupp Funeral Home .

Kevin Curtis Jones
1954-2018

Kevin Curtis Jones 64, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, July 18, 2018 at his home in Saint Joseph, MO., after a courageous 30 year battle with cancer. He was born March 2, 1954 in De Kalb, MO, son of the late Delia Maxine and Roy Clifford Jones. He graduated from De Kalb High School and attended Missouri Western State University. He married Cindy Masteller on September 23, 1978 and she survives of the home. He worked at Stone Containers as a supervisor and Tilco Printing. He loved to fish, hunt, travel, going to the ocean, and listening to classic rock, and he was a member of the DeKalb Christian Church. Kevin was preceded in death by his parents, and a brother, Joel Davis Jones. Survivors include, wife, Cindy of the home two sons, Brian Hendrix, St. Joseph, MO, and Billy Hendrix, Hiawatha, KS, brothers, Kenton (Debi) Jones, DeKalb, MO, Jerry Jones (Debbie Young), St. Joseph, MO, Ronnie (Teri) Jones, DeKalb, MO, and a sister Linda Ann Jones of Kansas City, MO.
Funeral services: 2:00 pm, Monday, July 23, 2018 at DeKalb Christian Church, Pastor David Jordan 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 Westlawn Cemetery.

Clyde “Dugan” Vernon Richardson
1932-2018

Clyde “Dugan” Vernon Richardson 86, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, July 19, 2018 at a Saint Joseph, MO health care center. He was born June 19, 1932 in St. Joseph, MO, son of the late Frances and Walter Richardson. He worked at General Iron and Metals, and Midwest Metals as a crane operator, and retired from the St. Joseph Stockyards. He loved horses and animals and enjoyed being outdoors, and he was a Christian. Dugan was preceded in death by his parents, two daughters, Debbie Peden, and Terry Hershman, four brothers, Eugene Shelby, Walter Jr, Donald and Ronald Richardson, four sisters, Martha Pruett, Mary Lyons, Judy Moran, and Dorothy Ward. Survivors include, daughter, Sherry (Scott) Cox, three sons, Clyde “Buddy” Richardson, Jr., David ( Leanna) Richardson, and Ryan Richardson of St. Joseph, MO, 10 grandchildren, several great grandchildren, brother, Steve (Lily) Richardson, Hopkins, MO, four sisters, Helen (Ron) Barber, Donna JoAnn (Fred) Ziegler of St. Joseph, MO, Connie (Mike) Stout, Helena, MO, and Tammie (Mike) Hall, St. Joseph, MO, as well as several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services: 10:00 am, Monday, July 23, 2018 at Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Rodney Krumme officiating, The family will receive friends from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM on Sunday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Pleasant Ridge Cemetery.

Carol Sue Yager
1942-2018

Carol Sue Yager 76, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, July 14, 2018 at her home. She was born January 10, 1942 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of the late Stella and William Yager. She attended Lafayette High School and a Homemaker and a member of the Strong Tower Baptist Church. Carol was preceded in death by former husband, Jerry Lee Dyer, her parents, sons, Michael Dyer, and Dennis Dyer, and a brother, William Yager. Survivors include, daughter Debra (Tony) Zuchowski, sons, Phillip (Connie) Dyer, and Douglas (Christi) Dyer, daughter, Cheryl (Bill) Bayer-Bullock, 12 grandchildren: Scott Allen, Lynetta Bayer, Amber Mahoney, William (Jen) Bayer Jr, Philip Lee, Tilene Prater, Kassey (Chris) Tharp, Taylor & Tyler Dyer, Krystle Wolfenbarger, Miranda Dyer, and Conner Dyer, and 22 great grandchildren, and her babies Sofia & Madison.

Funeral services: 10:00 am, Friday, July 20, 2018 at Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Tom Wilson officiating, The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Thursday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Mount Auburn Cemetery . Memorials are requested to the Carol Yager Memorial Fund in care of Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Dolores Jean Tate
1942-2018

Dolores Jean Tate 76, Platte City, Missouri died Sunday July 15, 2018. Born April 1, 1942, Atchison, Ks. Preceded in death by parents, Leo and Dorothy Sullivan, sister, Beverly Berry. Survivors son, David Tate, daughter, Connie Tate, sisters, Arlene (John) Dorsey, Sharon, Marilyn (Charles) Cox, Dottie (Steven) Dobbs, and Brenda. Cremation under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. There are no scheduled services at this time. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

Tracy Darren Hulser
1964-2018

Tracy Darren Hulser, 53, of Topeka, passed away on Tuesday, July 10, 2018 at the Medicalodges Jackson County nursing home in Holton.

He was born October 29, 1964 in St. Joseph, MO, the son of Steve and Ruthetta Hower Hulser. He graduated from Highland Park High School in Topeka.

Tracy was preceded in death by his sister, Janie Hulser.

Survivors include his father, Steve Hulser, Topeka, his mother, Ruthetta Hulser, Holton, one brother, Travis Hulser, Sugar Creek, MO, and his son, Aron Hower, Olathe.

Funeral services will be 2:30 p.m. Friday, July 13th at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Holton. Burial will be private in the Holton Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Bethany Baptist Church, and may be sent in care of the funeral home, P.O. Box 1034, Holton, 66436.

Everett Raymond Groce
1941-2018

Everett Raymond Groce 76, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Monday July 9, 2018 at Mosaic Life Care Hospital. He was born October 18, 1941 in St. Joseph, Missouri son of the late Corine & John Groce. He married Sharon Meeks Groce on September 25, 1961, and she survives of the home. He graduated from Lafayette High School, and he he worked at Nelly Don, and retired from Wire Rope Corporation of America as a maintenance supervisor. He enjoyed bowling, golfing, and had a hole in one at the Savannah golf course, he also enjoyed the Kansas City Chiefs, and Royals, watching westerns, and having coffee at Burger King with his friends in the mornings. Everett was preceded in death by his his parents, a son, Scott Allen Groce, sisters Dorothy Pendleton, Betty, Judy, and Elsie, brothers, John, Delmer, Jim and twin brother, George Groce. Survivors include wife, Sharon Groce of the home, son, Randy Groce, Saint Joseph, MO, brother, Ted (Mary Lee) Groce, and a sister Barbara (Wilbert) Taylor. There will be a celebration of life and inurnment at a later date. Mr. Groce has been cremated under the care of the Rupp Funeral Home. Memorials are requested to the Second Harvest Food Bank or Charity of donor’s choice. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

Rob Horvatic
1964-2018

Robert “Rob” Alan Horvatic, 53 of Atchison, KS, passed away Tuesday, July 10, 2018, at The University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, KS.

Memorial service will be 3:00 PM, Monday, July 16, 2018 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, Atchison, KS. Family will receive friends from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM prior to the service at the funeral home. Per Rob’s wishes the family has requested appropriate funeral attire to be worn by those attended. Words of comfort to the family may be left at www.beckerdyer.com.

Rob was born July 29, 1964 in Kansas City, Kansas, the son of Richard and Charlotte (Zemaitis) Horvatic. He loved being a dad and a grandpa. He lived for his family. Rob was the definition of a people person. He never met a stranger, and cared about everyone he met. He was a handyman and a problem-solver. Most remarkably, he brought humor to the people around him, which served him well in his 6-year battle with cancer. He faced the disease courageously and with a tenacity and determination to continue life in a productive, meaningful manner. “When you die, it does not mean that you lose to cancer. You beat cancer by how you live, why you live, and in the manner in which you live.”-Stuart Scott 2015.

Rob married Beth Melchior on May 30, 1987. She survives of the home. Additional survivors include his parents, Richard and Charlotte Horvatic, Independence, MO, five children, Adam Trebor and Nicole (Lewis) Horvatic, Leavenworth, KS, Hilary Ann and Jeffrey Jackson, Omaha, NE, Jacob Andrew Horvatic, Kansas City, MO, Seth Joseph Horvatic, Lawrence, KS, Benedict Charles Horvatic, Atchison, KS, two brothers, Kenneth (Patty) Horvatic, Kansas City, MO, Jaime (Terrie) Horvatic, Fort Worth, TX, two sisters, Nancy (Joe) Stegeman, Independence, MO, Susie (Greg) Addison, Independence, MO, two grandchildren; Vivian Lynn-Marie Horvatic, Leo David Jackson, with another baby Jackson due in September, numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.

Aaron Ahles-Iverson
1978-2018

Aaron Peter Ahles-Iverson, 40, child of God, died Friday July 13, 2018. He was born February 20, 1978 to Valerian Ahles and Christine Iverson.

Aaron grew up in many places but went to high school in Atchison, Kansas where he graduated in 1996. He then went to college at Missouri Western State University in St. Joseph Missouri, graduating with a degree in instrumental music education. He then served as director of bands at Chilicothe, Missouri for two years. After that, he worked with a college friend in the then new business Prolific Technologies of St. Joseph, becoming the manager.

Through all of this, music has been and continued to be a large and important part of his life. In high school, he went for three years to Lutheran Summer Music Academy (LSM). As a senior, he received the John Phillip Sousa award for outstanding musicianship and leadership. During college, he was active in bands, jazz, orchestra, and chamber music. It was also then, that he began arranging music, including for marching band shows. He was a member of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia, serving as president of the chapter. He was a long time member of the St. Joseph Symphony, as bassoonist. He also played in the Northwinds Symphonic Band of Kansas City and the Cameron Municipal Band. He played many instruments in many ensembles, being able to pick up almost any wind instrument and play at a performance level.

Aaron and his brother were inseparable almost from Ben’s birth. They shared their mutual love of music, Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, baseball, and discussion of theological and current events. Along with friends, they made epic journeys visiting baseball fields across the country. Aaron loved space, astronomy, and NASA, following the space program even as a young child. He believed in God and the exploration of the universe: his faith gave him a sense of awe and amazement, which fueled his love of science.

The brightest sunshine in his life recently, was his niece Elizabeth. Aaron was so proud, not only to be her uncle, but her godfather as well. He loved her greatly and became even more protective of her since his brother’s death in March. It is no coincidence that Aaron died four months to the day of his brother’s funeral.

Aaron was preceded in death by his grandparents Elizabeth and Valentine Ahles (Cold Spring, MN) and Mildred and Alvin Iverson (Spring Valley, WI) and his brother the Rev. Benjamin Ahles-Iverson (Taylor, WI). He is survived by his parents, Rev. Valerian Ahles and Rev. Christine Iverson, his sister Phoebe (and Nathan) Schwabe, sister-in-law Rev. Mara Ahles-Iverson, and niece Elizabeth Kay Ahles-Iverson.

Memorials are to be given to the ELCA (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America) World Hunger Program, and the St. Joseph Symphony.

Franklin Lee Cochran
1937-2018

WATHENA, KANSAS – Franklin Lee Cochran, 81, of Wathena, Kansas died Saturday morning, July 21, 2018.

Frank was born on January 25, 1937 in Stewartsville, Missouri to Ralph and Sally Cochran. He lived most of his life in Wathena. Frank worked for and retired from Krause Milling in St. Joseph, Missouri.

He was a member of the First Baptist Church in St. Joseph, Missouri.

Frank married Shirley Hontz on January 18, 1970 in Miami, Oklahoma. She survives of the home. He was preceded in death by his parents, and 15 siblings.

Additional survivors include;

Rick Hoffman (Kathy), De Linda Hoffman both of Wathena;
Pam Deen (Ron) of Gentry, Missouri;
5 granchildren, 6 great-grandchildren;
Sister; Harriett Harris and brother; Cecil Cochran both of the state of Missouri;
Numerous nieces, nephews, cousin and friends.

Funeral Tuesday, July 24, 2018 – 10:30 A.M.
At the Harman Rohde Funeral Home in Wathena, Kansas.
Visitation: family will receive friends 1 hour prior to the funeral (9:30-10:30) at the funeral home where friends may call after 9 am Monday.
Burial: Bellemont Cemetery, Wathena, Kansas.

Memorials: Frank Cochran Memorial Fund

Tammy Sue Rich
1974-2018

Tammy Sue (Schellhorn-Harshman) Rich 43, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Sunday July 22, 2018 at her home in Saint Joseph. She was born October 27, 1974 in St. Joseph, Missouri daughter of Ruth & Edward Schellhorn. She married Raymond Rich on June 13, 2018. She graduated from Lafayette High School, and worked at McDonalds, and Allorica. She enjoyed crafts, coloring with markers, fishing, computer games, she had a large Coca-Cola memorabilia collection, and she also loved animals. Tammy was a Christian. She was preceded in death by her father, Edward Schellhorn. Survivors include husband, Raymond Rich of the home, mother, Ruth Schellhorn, St. Joseph, MO, twins children: Tammi and Paul Rich, daughter, Miley Rich, 5 siblings: John (Shirley) Schellhorn, Wichita, KS, Kim (Keith) Fowler, St Joseph, MO, Jerry (Julie) Schellhorn, Stewartsville, Dennis (Kathy) Schellhorn, Stewartsville, MO, and twin brother, Sam (Angele) Schellhorn, St Joseph, MO, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm on Wednesday at the Rupp Funeral Home, memorial services following 3:00 pm, at the Rupp Chapel. She will be cremated under the care and direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. Memorials are requested to the Tammy Harshman Rich Memorial Fund in care of the Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

Tresa Diane Testerman
1964-2018

Tresa Diane Testerman 54, of Faucett, Missouri passed away Saturday July 21, 2018 at her home. She was born February 12, 1964 in St. Joseph, Missouri daughter of the late Julia & Frankie Hass. She graduated from Lafayette high school. She enjoyed Indians, eagles, and dolphins. Tresa was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers Bryan and Rick Hass. She is survived by son, Brian (Kassi) Testerman, Faucett, MO, step daughter, Lee Ann (Jeff) Beck, Savannah, MO, former spouse, Phillip Testerman, Faucett, MO, granddaughters, Trinity & Aria Testerman, brothers, Frankie (Cindy) Hass, Bobby (Brenda) Hass, twin brother, Terry Hass, sister in law, June Hass, sisters, Ronda Hass, and Waynie Nigh. several nieces nephews, and her mother in law, Virginia Testerman. Memorial services following Saturday, July 28, 2018 at 1:00 pm at the Sparta United Methodist Church. She will be cremated under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home.

Wayne Edwin Hale
1939-2018

Wayne Edwin Hale, 78, of Atchison KS died on Sunday, July 1, 2018 at his home.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm on Sunday, July 8th, 2018 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home with Rev. Matt Broxterman officiating. The body will be cremated following the visitation and service and burial will be at a later date in the Corpus Christi Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8:00 pm on Saturday, July 7th, 2018 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home. Memorials are suggested to the Atchison High School Golden Grads or the C.O. P. D. Foundation and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Wayne E. Hale was born on October 31, 1939, in Atchison, KS the son of Adrain and Christina (Kautz) Hale. He graduated from Atchison High School in 1957. Wayne served in the United States Army. He worked as a yardman for the former Beverly Lumber Co., Atchison before owning and operating the Hale House, which held receptions out of their home on K Highway 7. Wayne was baptized at the First Christian Church and enjoyed mowing his yard, wood working, and was a caregiver for his parents and family members.

He was married to Constance Lemke on January 27, 1968 at the Corpus Christi Church, Mooney Creek. She survives of the home. Additional survivors include a daughter, Barbara (Joe) Portenier, Atchison, KS, and three grandchildren, Amanda, Alexis and Austin Goehner. His parents preceded him in death.

John Marion Roberton
1936-2018

John Marion Roberton 82, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Monday July 2, 2018 at Mosaic life care hospital, in St Joseph. He was born February 15, 1936 in Abilene, Kansas son of the late Louise & John Roberton. He graduated from Troy High School, and retired from Armour and Company meat packing after many years of service. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. John was preceded in death by his parents, son, William F. Roberton, brothers, Lawrence, Jim and Donnie Roberton. Survivors include sons, Thomas (Sheila) Roberton, and Timothy Roberton of St. Joseph, MO, sister, Mary Beerman, brothers, Larry, and Dale Roberton, grandchildren, Timothy, Chris, Paul and Daniel Roberton, granddaughter, MaLinda McDermit. Nine great grand children. The family will receive friends from 1-2 pm Monday, with a memorial service following starting at 2:00 pm Monday, July 9, 2018 at the Rupp Funeral Home. He will be cremated under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. Memorials are requested to the Alzheimer’s Association. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

Robert Dean “Bobby” Sale
1955-2018

Robert Dean “Bobby” Sale, 62, of Leona, surround by family, passed away early Tuesday morning July 3, 2018, at his home.

Bobby was born at St. Joseph, MO, October 6, 1955. He grew up in St. Joseph where he attended school. Bobby worked mostly in trash service in St. Joseph prior to working in the tobacco fields near Weston, Missouri. He enjoyed fishing, riding motorcycles and four wheelers, and working on vehicles.

He was married Kelly Jeffrey, March 19, 2005, at Lansing, KS. They lived all of their married life at Leona. She survives of the home.

Also surviving are his children Randy Ninemires, Raven Sale, Shonia Struck, Bobby Lee Biship, Jody Riddle; step-son Caleb Jeffrey; his siblings: Dorothy, Larry, Richard, and Linda; and 9 grandchildren.

Bobby was preceded in death by his mother Dorothy Casteel; brother Charles Eversole; brother in law Elmer Purvis.

The family will meet with friends from 6 until 7 Thursday evening at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Highland. Funeral Services are planned for 11 a.m. Friday, July 6, at Chapel Oaks in Highland, with burial to follow at Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Leona.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Robert Sale Memorial Fund to be used for funeral expenses, sent in care of the funeral home, PO Box 33, Highland 66035.

Deborah June Budd
1952-2018

Deborah June Budd 65, of St Joseph, passed away Monday, July 2, 2018 at a local health care facility. She was born July 15, 1952 in Hillsdale, MI, daughter of Barbara (Carothers) and Donald Lambertson. She graduated from Hillsdale High School, class of 1970 and Cerro Coso Community College in 1993. She worked at Casey’s General Store. Deborah enjoyed board games, puzzles, music, and art. She also enjoyed singing. Deborah was a member of Grace Evangelical Church. Preceding her in death are her parents and brother, Dennis Lambertson. Survivors include, son, Tristan (Veronica) Budd of Suffolk, VA, brothers, Donald (Donna) Lambertson, Jr. and Alan Lambertson, sisters, Cindy Reents, and Sally (Jeff) Lonk, grandchildren, Charles and Scarlett Budd, friends, Kim (Bruce) Brown of Saint Joseph and many nieces, nephews, and friends.

Ms. Budd has been cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home. Memorial service to be held at a later date. Deborah had a special place in her heart for children with clefts. Please direct memorials to Operation Smile.

John Fuhrman
1939-2018

John David Fuhrman, 79, Lancaster, Kansas died on Tuesday, July 3rd, 2018 at the Kansas City Hospice House, Kansas City, MO.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, July 7th, 2018 at the Lancaster United Methodist Church with Rev. Seth Montgomery officiating. Burial will follow in the Lancaster Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8:00 pm on Friday, July 6th, at the Becker Dyer Stanton Funeral Home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the United Methodist Church, Lancaster, KS and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.
John was born on April 26, 1939 in Lancaster, KS the son of Karl and Bertha (Buttron) Fuhrman. He graduated from Atchison County Community High School in 1957 and received his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Kansas State University in 1961. He served his country in the Missouri Air National Guard. John worked for Farmland Industries as an auditor and later as a CPA for Bailey & Fuhrman.
Farming was John’s passion. John and his brother, Kent, farmed and managed Fuhrman Brothers farming operation for many years. After Kent’s death, John went on to farm with his nephew, Mike, until his retirement.
John was a member of the United Methodist Church, Lancaster, and was a founding member of Rural Water District #5. He received the 2017 Wildlife Habitat Conservation Award for his efforts to enhance and preserve the wildlife resources of the state of Kansas. John enjoyed gardening, collecting antiques, being at The Lake of the Ozarks, and, most of all, helping friends and neighbors.
John is survived by his wife of 53 years, Greta (Adcock) Fuhrman whom he married on June 12, 1965. Greta resides in Lancaster. Additional survivors include a son, Shawn Fuhrman, and his fiancée, Lauren Waller, Sunrise Beach, MO, and a daughter, Christy (Anthony) Case, Grand Rapids, MI, and two grandsons, Henry and Thomas Case. His parents and a brother, Kent Fuhrman, preceded him in death.

Isabelle Willmeth
1926-2018

Isabelle E. Willmeth, 92, of Atchison, KS died on Thursday, July 5, 2018 at the Atchison Senior Village.

Funeral services will be 3:00 pm on Monday, July 9th, 2018 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home with Rev. Joseph Hansen , Pastor of the Carol Baptist Church officiating. Burial will follow in the Sunset Memory Gardens, Atchison KS. The family will receive friends from 4:00 to 6:00 pm on Sunday, July 8th, at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Carol Baptist Church and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Isabelle E. Graves was born on March 29, 1926 in Atchison, KS the daughter of Willis and Bertha (Kelsay) Graves. She graduated from Atchison High School in 1943. She worked as a cook for the Franklin Grade School, then as head clerk for the former Safeway Grocery Store, and was a homemaker and housewife.
Mrs. Willmeth was a charter member of the Carol Baptist Church where she was an active member, serving as a Sunday School Teacher for over 50 years, and was the Mission Treasurer for many years. She was a Cub Scout Leader, Den Mother, and Pack Leader for Pack #54 and a former member of the Christian Women’s Association. Mrs. Willmeth enjoyed crocheting, canning and traveling.

She was married to Warren L. Willmeth on May 19, 1949 at Carol Baptist Church. Mr. Willmeth preceded her in death on Dec. 14, 1993. Survivors include three sons, Warren (Joan) Willmeth, Rolling Meadows, Ill, Wayne Willmeth, Kansas City, KS and Willis “Willie” (Patty) Willmeth, Leavenworth, KS, two sisters, Mary Ann Brewer, and Minnie Graves, both of Atchison, KS, six grandchildren, six great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Her parents and husband preceded her in death.

Brenda Sue Baines
1957-2018

Brenda S. Baines 61, of Atchison, Kansas, passed away Saturday, July 7, 2018 at Kansas University Medical Center, Kansas City, KS. She was born June 25, 1957 in St. Joseph, MO. She graduated from Benton High School class of 1975, and was the Basketball homecoming queen, she worked at Mead Products, Peach Tree Door, Russel Stover Candies, and worked in Home Health care industry. She had a great quirky sense of humor, and a very strong Christian faith, she enjoyed her work with the Head Start program, long motorcycle rides, traveling, but most of all she loved her grandchildren, family and her dog Autumn. She was a member of the New Life Assembly of God, Atchison, KS. Brenda was preceded in death by step mother, Dorothy Maxine Nutt, father, George James Nutt, daughter, Erica Alsbury, and step son, Tanner Baines. Survivors include, husband, Jack Baines of Atchison, KS, mother, Vernis & Jim Roberts, St. Joseph, MO., daughter, Jessica Alsbury, son, Josh (Tiffany) Alsbury of St. Joseph, MO, step daughter, Ashley (Rick) Bottorff, Kidder, MO, grandchildren, Jaybree and Ryder Alsbury, Lane, Dylan, Noah, and Rilee Bottorff, brother, James (Annie) Nutt, Jr., Weston, MO, sisters, Linda (Roger) Hanken and and Laura Nutt of St. Joseph, MO, and numerous, nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles.

Celebration of life services: 10am Thursday, Pastor Kenneth Watkins officiating, The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Wednesday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Inurnment will be at the King Hill Cemetery . Memorials are requested to the . Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Donald Eugene Harris
1951-2018

Donald Eugene Harris, 67, of Atchison KS died on Wednesday, July 4, 2018.
A graveside service and burial of cremated remains will be at a later date in the Leavenworth National Cemetery, Leavenworth, KS. No visitation will be held. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Donald E. Harris was born on March 3, 1951 in Jackson County, MO the son of Bryan and Naomi L. (McFeeters) Harris. He was a U.S. Army veteran and was a truck driver for Kraft Foods. Mr. Harris was a member of V.F.W. Post # 1175, Atchison, KS and enjoyed riding motorcycles.

Survivors include three sons, Gerald B. Harris, Palmetto, FL, Donald E. Harris, II, Buffalo, MO, and Matthew Harris, Springfield, MO, two daughters, Tamera Falvalla, Palmetto FL, and Miranda Harris Jacobs, Richland, MO a brother, Mike Harris, Atchison and a sister, Patricia Navinskey, Atchison, and thirteen grandchildren and several great grandchildren. His parents and brother, Ken Harris preceded him in death.

Geraldine Fern Leach
1931-2018

Geraldine “Gerry” Fern Leach, 87, of St. Joseph, passed over Saturday July 7, 2018 at Mosaic Life Care. She was born March, 19, 1931 in Hemple, MO to Nancy Josephine and James Maddox. She attended school in the Plattsburg, MO area. She retired from Cordonnier’s Place in 1991. Gerry enjoyed playing bingo, quilting, helping plan the Maddox Family Reunion, listening to classic country music and watching John Wayne movies. Gerry was preceded in death by her husband, Roy D. Leach, daughter, Janet Russell, son-out-law, Kenny Vertin, great-granddaughter, Quortney Faye Flint and siblings, Helen Colley, Alice “Stuppy” Aitkens, James “Buster” Maddox, Bertha Mitchell, Louise Danner, W.A. Maddox, Ruth Veraguth and Lowell “Peeler” Maddox.Survivors include her daughters, Cheryl Davis of Wathena, KS, Cathy Vertin and Darla Leach of St. Joseph, 14 grandchildren, 40 great-grandchildren, 33 great-great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Ms. Leach has been cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life will be held at 3:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 11, at Rupp Funeral Home. A Visitation will be from 2 to 3 p.m. Wednesday at Rupp Funeral Home. Inurnment will be held at Ashland Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Gerry Leach Memorial Fund, c/o Rupp Funeral Home.

John A. Bolden
1931-2018

Elwood, Kansas – John A. Bolden, 86, of Elwood, Kansas passed away Sunday, June 24, 2018.

John was born on September 12, 1931 in Troy, Kansas to George & Bertha Bolden.

He was a member of the U.S. Army & a POW for 2 years. John work for Carnation for 30 years in the maintenance department.

John married Vivian Maxine Turner, she preceded him in death & also preceded in death by his parents & all his siblings.

Survivors: children, Les Bolden, Joseph Bolden, Patricia Bolden & Anthony Bolden all of Elwood, Kansas & Edward Bolden of Arizona. Several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins & friends.

Funeral Service: 11:00 A.M. Friday, June 29, 2018
At the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Wathena, Kansas.
Visitation will be 1 hour prior to service. Friends may call after 9 A.M. Thursday.
Burial: Pennell Cemetery, Troy, Kansas.

Memorials: John A. Bolden Memorial Fund.

Mary Ann (Barber-Gripe) Tull
1932-2018

Mary Ann (Barber-Gripe) Tull, 85, of Atchison KS died on Tuesday, June 26th at the Atchison Senior Village.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm on Monday, July 2nd, 2018 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home with Rev. Stephen Lucas officiating. Burial will follow in the Round Mound Cemetery, Cummings, KS. The family will receive friends from 1:00 pm on Monday until time of service at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to Faith Bible Fellowship Church, God’s Mountain or Midland Ministries and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Mary Ann Barber was born on August 27, 1932 in Atchison KS the daughter of Victor W. and Bessie B. (Mayfield) Barber. She graduated from Atchison High School in 1950. She had worked as a bank teller for Exchange National Bank, co-owned several Subway stores with Cecil and worked at the3 Atchison Subway store, and was a seamstress, housewife and homemaker. She was a member of the Faith Bible Fellowship Church, and played the piano and organ for the church and for each church she attended throughout her life. Mary Ann enjoyed cooking, crocheting, Gospel music, being the family historian and spending time with her family.

Mary Ann was married to Cecil Gripe on June 6, 1954. He preceded her in death on April 14, 2009. She was later married to Jim Tull on December 31, 2009. Mr. Tull survives of the home. Additional survivors include a son, Chris (Kelley) Gripe, Shawnee, KS, three daughters, Cecilia (Doug) Wieberg, St. Louis, MO, and Cynthia (Steve) Graves, St. Joseph, MO and Staci (Dennis) Mix, Amity, MO, nine grandchildren, Jordan (Alec) Lemmon, Mackenzie Gripe, Lauren (Chad) McConnell, Chad (Tiffany) Graves, Steffany (Tim) Vincent, Craig Graves, Sydney (Michael) Rueckert, Hunter Mix, Christopher Mix and two great grandchildren, Rowan McConnell, Asher Vincent and several nieces and nephews. Her parents, three brothers, David, Jerry, and John Barber and two sisters, Ruth Theesfield, and Betty Gage, also preceded her in death.

Robert “Bob” Eugene Long
1929-2018

Heaven gained a gentle soul on Saturday, June 23, 2018, when Robert Eugene “Bob” Long, 88, passed away at the VA Medical Center in Leavenworth, Kan., after a brief illness with cancer.Bob was born on Dec. 16, 1929, to Joseph and Mabel (Lent) Long, and spent most of his life in St. Joseph.

Bob attended South Park Elementary School and Central High School. After serving in the Army and Army Reserves during the Korean War, Bob returned to St. Joseph to work alongside his brother, Bill Long, at Long’s Machine Shop, as the shop delivery man. Prior to his military service, he was employed by the railroad in Kansas City, Mo.He is preceded in death by his parents and his brother and sister-in-law, Bill and Ramona (Jahnke) Long. Uncle Bob is survived by his niece and her family, Mona and Brad Brumm and their daughters Lenora, Audrey, Brooke and Caroline. PFC Long will be laid to rest at the Leavenworth National Cemetery with military honors at a later date.In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements Rupp Funeral Home, online condolence and obituary www.ruppfuneral.com

Frank Edgar James
1941-2018

Frank E. James 77, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Monday June 25, 2018 at Mosaic Life Care hospital in Saint Joseph. He was born January 8, 1941 in St. Joseph, Missouri son of May & Wallace James. He attended Lafayette high school and was a Truck Driver. Frank was preceded in death by his wife, Alice Marie James, his parents, He is survived by son, Michael (Lisa) James, St. Joseph, MO, and daughter, Stacey James, Ceres, CA, 4 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, Mr. James will be cremated under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

Violet Marie Pyles
1932-2018

Violet Marie Pyles 85, of Weston, Missouri, passed away Monday, June 25, 2018 at a St. Joseph Health Care Center. She was born October 3, 1932 in Atchison, KS, daughter of the late Opal and Alvean Handke. She graduated from Atchison High School and worked at Whitaker Cable, and Platte City Caring Center. She enjoyed gardening, working around the yard, feeding the squirrels, and she loved horses. Violet was preceded in death by husband, Ralph Pyles Sr, her parents, sister, Darlene Handke, and a brother, Ernest Handke. Survivors include, son, Ralph (Michelle) Pyles, St. Joseph, MO, daughter, Sarah “Susie” (Raymond) Bosch, Weston, MO, six grandchildren: Christina Comer – Johnson, Megen Pyles, Raylene Bosch, Jason Kalamon, Jazmine Kalamon, and Triston Gibson, seven great grandchildren: Zach Mynatt, Cheynne Calloway, Riley Pyles, Jacob Pyles, MicKayla Johnson, Noah Johnson, and Samantha Jo Baker.

Funeral services: 10:00 am, Friday, June 29, 2018, Rupp Funeral Home, Jack DeSelms officiating, The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Thursday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Sugar Creek Cemetery Rushville, Missouri. Memorials are requested to the American Cancer Society. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Daniel Ward Anderson
1959-2018

Daniel W. Anderson 59, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, June 26, 2018 at his home. He was born April 17, 1959 in Kansas City, KS, son of Faye and Charles Anderson Jr. He graduated from Olatha High School and attended Kansas State University. He worked at Triumph foods, Hillshire Foods as a butcher. He enjoyed gardening, fishing and hunting. Daniel was preceded in death by his mother, Faye Anderson, his father, Charles Anderson Jr., step son, Broc Burns, and sister, Nina Olberding. Survivors include wife, Mary R. Aaron Anderson of the home, son, Christopher Anderson, Smithville, MO, step son, Myles Burns, St. Joseph, MO, granddaughter, Liberty Anderson, grandson, Connal Anderson, brother, Charles S Anderson III, and sisters, Ellen Anderson, and Melanie Wall.
Graveside funeral services and interment will be conducted on Saturday, June 30, 2018 at 11:00 am, at the Sacred Heart Kickapoo Cemetery, Leavenworth, Kansas. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Friday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Donald Eugene Bramble, Sr.
1938-2018

Donald Eugene Bramble, Sr., 80, of Atchison, KS, passed away Wednesday, June 27, 2018 at the Medicalodge of Atchison.

Cremation is planned and family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 pm, Saturday, June 30, 2018 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, Atchison. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Words of sympathy and remembrance may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Don was born on January 10, 1938 at Rushville, MO, the son of George and Ruth (Murdock) Bramble. Don graduated from Atchison High School in 1957. Don was an over the road truck driver for MGP Ingredients for over 31 years. He was fondly known by those who knew him by his CB handles, (‘Duck’, ‘Red Dog’, ‘Bam Bam’), or always having cookies or candy to pass out, (‘Cookie Man’, ‘Candy Man’) or an affectionate nickname given by his grandchildren such as ‘HO HO’. Don enjoyed snowmobiling, truck pulls, boating, NASCAR races, or anything that had to do with an engine. Don was a member of the local Teamsters Union and had been a Union Steward while working for MGP.

Don was married to Betty Dugger and they later divorced. Don later met the love of his life, Nancy Shelton, and they have been together over 27 years.

Don is survived by Nancy, of the home; two sons, Donald E. (Linda) Bramble, Jr., Rushville, and Mark (Sharon) Hurst, Effingham; Nancy’s children, Judy (Jeff) Sailors, Lori Cox, and Ronnie (Laralee) Shelton; grandchildren, Christopher (Natalie) Bramble, Dustin and Tyler Hurst, Maggie and John Earl; Nancy’s nine grandchildren and their families, Joe (Liz) Robinson, Mandy (John) Olszowka, Katie Merritt, Emily (Eric) Revel, Morgan (Justin) Schilling, Derek (Hailey) Shelton, Aaron, Trae and Tanner Shelton; five great grandchildren, Austin, Allison, Aiden, Aric & Aubrey Bramble and Nancy’s several great-grandchildren; a sister, Marlene (Bill) White, St. Joseph.

Elmer Lee Marshall Sr.
1930-2018

Elmer Lee Marshall Sr. 87, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away peacefully Wednesday, June 27, 2018 at Mosaic Life Care Hospital. He was born September 6, 1930 in St. Joseph, MO, and attended Benton High School. He served in the United States Navy and is a veteran of the Korean War. Elmer retired from Rainbow Bakery where he worked for over 30 years, starting as a baker and retiring as a Chief Lead Engineer. He took a 3 year break from the bakery, owning and operating the B & M Truck Stop. He enjoyed fishing, tinkering, antique car shows, and spending time with his grandchildren. He also loved going to anything Country & Western. His latest hobby was being on Face Book. Elmer was preceded in death by father, Ransom Marshall, mother, Pearl Minnie Marshall-Meade, a son, Larry Marshall, granddaughter, Misty Hewitt, sisters; Irene Van Hull and Pearl Brumback, brothers; Leonard Ray Meade and Gary Meade. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 63 years Madolyn Louise Marshall of the home, daughters; Teresa Siela-Kingsland, Lenexa, KS and Cindy (David) Quirarte, Scottsdale, AZ, and a son, Elmer Lee Marshall Jr. (Robin Schneider), St. Joseph, MO, grandchildren: Anthony (Elizabeth) Siela, Austin, TX, Robert Kingsland, Denver, CO, Matthew Marshall, Altamonte Springs, FL, Amy (Derek) Armstrong, St. Joseph, MO, Jason Quirarte, Overland Park, KS, great grandchildren, Madolyn, William, Georgia Siela, Hunter & Devin Armstrong, Olivia Hewitt, Cali Wing, sisters; Margie Ann (Bill) Neiderhause and Barbara Jean (Ed) Bryson, brothers, Ransom Marshall, Hubert (Ilene) Marshall, and Kenneth (Marylyn) Marshall, numerous nieces & nephews, and his former son-in-law, Robert Kingsland.

Funeral Services: 10:00 am Monday, July 2, 2018 at Wesley United Methodist Church, Rev. James Barnett officiating. The family will receive friends from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM on Sunday at the Wesley United Methodist Church. The Interment will be at the Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the DSACT for Down Syndrome.

Sandra (Blevins) McRae
1951-2018

Sandy L. (Blevins) McRae, formerly of Highland, KS, currently of Kansas City, Missouri,

She was born on August 29, 1951, to the late Virginia Gysin and Bernie Blevins, passed away at age 66 on June 27, 2018 in Kansas City, Missouri.

She grew up in Highland, Kansas where she graduated from high school in 1969, and later met her husband, Steve McRae, nearby in Big Lake, Missouri. She graduated from K-State University and spent 43 years in interior design before retiring in 2016.

She is survived by Steve, her loving husband of 45 years, her son Andrew McRae and daughter-in-law Amanda McRae, brothers Curt Blevins (Joan), Brad Blevins (Julee), sisters Janet Cyphers (Jim), Cathy Clark (Bill), and many beloved nieces and nephews. She also leaves behind her cat, Kitty and dog, Sherlock.

She was an active member of Keystone United Methodist Church, United Methodist Women and the Mission Sewing Group. Family and friends were most important to Sandy and she will be remembered as someone who always put others before herself.

Visitation will be at 10:00 a.m. and funeral services at 11:00 a.m. at Keystone United Methodist Church, 406 W 74th St., Kansas City, Missouri on Saturday, July 7, 2018. Private burial services will be at the Highland Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions be made to United Methodist Women of Keystone Church at the above address.

Chapel Oaks Funeral Home of Highland is assisting the family with local arrangements.

Kersweath Junior Michiosy
1990-2018

Kersweath ‘Junior’ Michiosy, born on March 7, 1990 in Weno Chuuk Micronesia. He passed away at the age of 28, on Tuesday June 12, 2018, son of mother : Kirosen Kirano Hewinin and Father Junior Michiosy Kansou. He was known as Junior, Jayro or Eman. He was raised on the island of Guam, and was a graduate of Washington High School home of the Blue Jays (C/O 2008). He also played football in Washington High School with one of his best friend Jordan Julios. He was aspiring to be one of the greatest MMA fighters and wanted to represent and show the love of his home town (Chuuk FSM) through fighting. He was a member of the Brazilian Jiu Jitzu of Saint Joseph, MO.
He is celebrated in life by his mother and father, Kirosen Kirano Hewinin, and Junior Michiosy Kansou. His baby sister Khaila Hewinin, and his many siblings. His Fiancé Kimrin Suzuki. His daughter Alessia Marie Michiosy and son Jamarley Prince Junior Michiosy, and his many cousins, uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, and friends and his teammates from SJBJJ. Junior was always the goofy laidback person everybody loved to be around. He was a family oriented kind of guy. He treated everybody with the same amount of respect and love. One of his favorite pastime was being with family and friends. Loved spending quality time with his kids, little sister, mom and fiancé. Loved being around his many nieces and nephews whom he referred to as “his babies”. He loved spending his spare time driving around looking for a good spot to hang out and watch the sun set. He loved to meet up with his friends and have a good time. Junior was a great dad, and uncle. The best brother, awesome son, caring fiancé, and a one of a kind best friend to everybody. He will be remembered for his infectious laugh, contagious smile, and great personality. His easy going nature and love to everyone around him. Visitation services Sunday July 1, 2018, 3-7pm, Rupp Funeal Home, Funeral Services, 10-1:30pm 1st Christian Church, St. Joseph, Missouri. Interment, Memorial Park Cemetery, online condolence and obituary, www.ruppfuneral.com

Ricky Ray Scott
1950-2018

Ricky Ray Scott 67, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Thursday, June 28, 2018. He was born December 4, 1950 in St. Joseph, MO. Ricky was preceded in death by father, Maynard Scott, mother, Jacqueline Scott, and brother, Roger Sheperd. Survivors include brothers, Sam (Brenda) Wood, St. Joseph, MO, and Danny C. (Judy) Wood of Rio Linda, CA, several nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.

Graveside Funeral Services and Interment will be conducted on Monday, July 2, 2018 at 2:30 pm at the Ashland Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1:00-2:00 PM on Monday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Pastor Richard Bradley Officiating.

Evelyn Ella Isaacs
1929-2018

Evelyn Ella Isaacs 88, of Wichita, Kansas, formerly of St. Joseph, passed away Wednesday, June 27, 2018 in Wichita, KS. She was born August 8, 1929 in Natrona, KS, daughter of the late Nora and Henry Deistler. She graduated from high school and attended one year of college. She married Jackson Isaacs on May 13, 1995 in St. Joseph at the Christ Episcopal Church. She was a homemaker. In her younger years she worked in the Circus as a trapeze artist, she also worked in the knife throwing exhibition. Evelyn was an exceptional and accomplished artist, well known for her oil and pastel paintings, and she carries the distinction PEO after her signature. She loved St. Joe and created many works of art there and taught many the art of pastel painting. You could say she brought her art to St. Joe, and she touched many lives, teaching students at the schools and adults as well. She formed the Midwest Artist Association and was a charter member of the Allied Arts Council of St. Joseph. She was awarded PTO from pastel organization of America, and she was a member of the Christ Episcopal Church in St. Joseph. Evelyn was preceded in death by her parents, daughter, Jackie Jordan, sons, Steve Douglas Jordan, and Jim Jordan. Survivors include, husband, Jackson Isaacs of Saint Joseph, MO, three children: Charlotte Trull of TN, David (Kris) Jordan, Wichita, KS, and Patricia Beck of Wichita, KS, three step children: Michael Isaacs, Las Cruces, NM, Jonathan L (Yvonne) Isaacs and Monique (Darrell) Albritton, Lake Elsinore, CA, numerous grandchildren, and great grandchildren.

Funeral services: 1:00 pm Tuesday, July 3, 2018 at Christ Episcopal Church, Father George L. Cleaves Jr. Celebrant. The family will receive friends from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM on Tuesday at the Christ Episcopal Church. The Interment will be at the Halleck Cemetery, Taos, Missouri.

Loretta Jean Maag
1940-2018

Loretta Jean Maag 78, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Friday, June 29, 2018 in a Saint Joseph, Missouri health care center. She was born June 28, 1940 in Fortescue, Missouri, daughter of the late Pauline & Marion Goolsby. She graduated from Lafayette High School, and she worked in the housekeeping department at the Missouri Methodist Medical Center. She enjoyed watching TV, playing video games, and spending time with her family. Loretta was preceded in death by her brother, Laverne Goolsby, and her parents. Survivors include: son, Kevin Goolsby, Kansas City, MO, daughter, Adrianna Maag (Casey Perkins), St. Joseph, MO, three grandchildren: Dalton, Makayla and Keyra Maag, sister, Luticia Kneib, sister-in-law, Chelita Goolsby both of St. Joseph, MO, as well as numerous nieces & nephews. The family will receive friends from 2-3 pm Tuesday with a celebration of life to begin at 3:00 pm Tuesday at the Rupp Funeral Home.

Arthur Jacob Wagner
1948-2018

Arthur Jacob Wagner, 70, of Kansas City, MO, passed away Friday, June 29, 2018.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 AM on Thursday, July 5, 2018 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, Atchison, KS. Burial will follow at St. Patrick’s Church Cemetery. A Parish Rosary will be recited at 9:45 AM with visitation following until time of service at the church. In lieu of flowers the family request memorials go to KC Hospice House, St. Benedict Parish or St. Patrick’s Cemetery and may be left in care of the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home who is handling the arrangements. Online condolences may be left at www.beckerdyer.com.

Arthur was born February 14, 1948 in Atchison, KS, the son of Nicholas and Mildred (Funk) Wagner. Since retiring from his insulation business he remained active in the industry through participation in energy conservation organizations. He also enjoyed helping others with handyman services. Arthur was a member of St. Patrick’s and the Knights of Columbus. Arthur was an outdoorsman and enjoyed fishing. He especially enjoyed his family.

Arthur is survived by two children; daughter, Corrin and Jeremy Herigon, Overland Park, KS, and son, Austin and Kathleen Wagner, Lee Summit, MO, a brother, Dennis and Marlene Wagner, Atchison, KS, a sister, Helen and Eugene Hagel, Mission, KS, six grandchildren, Jake, Cayt and Drew Herigon, Lucy, Archer and Maren Wagner.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Dorothy Lea Batchelder
1930-2018

Dorothy Lea Batchelder, 87, with family by her side, peacefully passed away Friday June 22, 2018, at Maple Heights Nursing Home in Hiawatha.

She was born in Shubert, NE, December 15, 1930, the daughter of the late Harry Preston and Marvena Bingman Cole and was a lifelong Highland area resident. Dorothy graduated from Highland High School with the class of 1949.

Mrs. Batchelder was an active member of the Highland United Methodist-Presbyterian Church of Highland; the ladies auxiliary to Dillon-Bales Post #358, Highland American Legion; and several other local service organizations. She was a wonderful Mother and had a very gentle spirit. She loved tending her flowers, and sending greeting cards out to a great number of nieces, nephews, friends, and other loved ones.

She married John on September 12, 1954 and they raised three children: Mike of Highland, Beverly Montgomery (Terry) of Sabetha, Patti Chauza (Bob) of Salt Lake City, UT; her grandchildren: Christi Grant (Rob), Daniel, Alex, and Ryan Montgomery; great-grandchildren Wesley and Keira Grant. Dorothy is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

She was also preceded in death by her husband John April 13, 2015; a granddaughter Bobbie Lyn Chauza; her siblings: Grace Jones, Helen Simpson, and Robert Wait.

Cremation is planned with a Celebration of Dorothy’s life planned for 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 27, at the Highland United Methodist-Presbyterian Church. Pastor Jerry Petering will officiate. Inurnment will follow at the Highland Cemetery.

The family will meet with friends one hour prior to services at the Church.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Church Memorial Fund or Highland EMT Association, sent in care of Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, PO Box 33, Highland 66035.

Norman Ray Leibfried
1928-2018

Norman Ray Leibfried 90, of Saint Joseph, MO passed away Wednesday, June 20, 2018 at Mosaic Life Care Hospital. He was born March 10, 1928 in St. Joseph, MO, son of the late Sylvia and Joseph Leibfried. He attended Christian Brothers high school and graduated from LaSalle Catholic High School KC, MO. He served in the Navy during WWII. He started working at Burlington Northern at a very young age and retired as a train master. He enjoyed fishing at Table Rock lake, he loved to golf, playing with the Legends at Fairview golf course, he also enjoyed sports of all kinds, watching westerns and golf on TV. Norman was of the Catholic Faith. He was preceded in death by wife, Luella Leibfried, his parents, a half brother, Robert Whitten, and sister, Henrietta Stucker. Survivors include nephew, Kenneth R. Turner of Pecos, CO, cousins, Joseph Mollus and Charles Mollus of St. Joseph, MO.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10 a.m. on Monday, June 25, 2018, at the Horigan Chapel, in Mount Olivet Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM with the Rosary to be prayed at 5:30 pm, Sunday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Mount Olivet Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the Our Lady of Guadalupe catholic church.

Larry Wayne Pike
1949-2018

Larry Wayne Pike 69, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Friday June 22, 2018 in Saint Joseph. He was born June 2, 1949 in St. Joseph, Missouri son of the late Eunice and Jewel Pike. He married Sally Umphress on September 20, 1974, and they shared 43 years together. He was a 1967 graduate of Benton High School, and attended Hillyard Technical. He worked at Dean Machinery as a Mechanic and Parts Service Sales Representative retiring after 30 years of service. He served in the United States Coast Guard, 2 years at the Alameda shipping supplies to Viet Nam, 6 months in the Upper Peninsula, MI, and 18 months in Escanaba, MI in Sea and Air rescue units. . He enjoyed trout fishing in the Roaring River State Park, camping and boating with his family on the Missouri River, going to casinos. He also loved to golf, and on April 15, 2012 he scored a Hole in One, at Duncan Hills Golf Course at 157 yards, on hole No. 6 using a 5 iron. He was a member of the South Side Fall Festival committee, serving as the Parks Manager in charge of festival set up and tear down, for many years. Larry and Sally were the 2008 South Side Fall Festival Grand Marshals. He was a member of Duncan Hills Golf Club and was a course Marshall there for several years. He was also a member of the American Legion, and St. Paul United Methodist Church. He was a van driver for Interserv Calvin Center, and the Van 1 driver at the hospital. Larry was a 2 time 10 year cancer survivor, and on the 3rd time he said, “Cancer, you are not taking me, you’re coming with me”. He is survived by wife, Sally Pike of the home, sons, Jason (Angie) Pike, and Joseph (Angela) Pike both of St. Joseph, MO, grandchildren, Bethany, Kristyn, and Madison Pike, and Noah and Alec Ottinger, sister, Linda Lee (Steve) South, Wichita, KS, numerous nieces, nephews and cousins, and his faithful companion Abby. The family will receive friends from 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm on Friday June 29th at the St. Paul United Methodist Church, with a Celebration of Life following at 6:00 PM. Mr. Pike has been cremated per his wishes under the care and direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. Private graveside inurnment service will be held at a later date. Memorials are requested to the Mosaic Cancer Center for local patient expenses, or to St. Paul United Methodist Church. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

Merlin James Goodman
1930-2018

Merlin James Goodman, 87, of Hiawatha, KS, passed away on June 20, 2018, at Maple Heights in Hiawatha.

He was born at Sabetha Hospital on December 8, 1930 to James Harry and Lucy May (Tyner) Goodman of Wetmore. They were also the parents of Norman Goodman of Hiawatha and the late Doris Banwart of Lamar, MO.

Merlin was married to Lida Lucille Moore on November 22, 1952. She preceded him in death on June 11, 1992. To of this union, five children were born. The surviving children are Liz (Dan) Babb of Hiawatha and Donna (Daniel) Halstead of Morrill. Also preceding him in death were two sons and a daughter: Randy Goodman, Tracy Glenn, and Richard (Dickie) Goodman. Merlin is also survived by eight grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren.

Merlin graduated from Wetmore High School and then enlisted in the United State Marine Corps. He served in the Korean War during his three years of service. Merlin returned from the service and worked for Frank and Bob Scoby of Fairview as a farmer for over 40 years.

He is survived by his wife Verna Moore Goodman whom he married December 31, 1992. He considered her children James (Tammy) Adams, John (Melanie) Adams, and Kristie (Tom) Doyle, along with their grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren as his own.

Funeral services are planned for 10 a.m. Monday June 25, at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hiawatha. Shane Spangler will officiate. Interment with military honors will follow at the Wetmore Cemetery.

Friends may call at the funeral home after 10 a.m. Sunday where the family will meet from 4 until 530 afternoon.

Donations for Merlin’s burial can be sent in care of the funeral home.

Betty C Hailey
1932-2018

Betty C. Hailey 85, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away surrounded by her family Saturday, June 23, 2018 in a Saint Joseph health care center. She was born August 6, 1932 in King City, Missouri. Betty retired from Heartland Health, now Mosaic Life Care, where she served as a baker and nurtured hospital employees and patrons with her homemade baked goods. Throughout her life, she was a talented cook and seamstress. She also enjoyed crocheting, reading, and spending time with her grandchildren. Betty was preceded in death by her parents, baby brother, Richard Wheeler, son, Paul Wheeler, and stepdaughter, Kay Muff. She will be lovingly remembered by her 2 daughters, Jan Phillippe and Pat Hailey, son, Jerry (Midge) Hailey, grandchildren: Carrissa (Quentin) Phillippe Phipps, Jeremy and Azure Hailey, Becky Hailey, Lori (Chris) Jackson, Shannon Hailey, Susan (Wayne) Alexander, Carol Jean Ferguson, Jerry Michael Muff, and James Dean Muff, and she will be fondly remembered by her 10 great grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm on Tuesday, with a Celebration of her life to start at 7:00 pm at the Rupp Funeral Home. Pastor Richard Bradley officiating. She will be cremated under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. Flowers are appreciated and memorials are requested to the Alzheimer’s Association. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

Michael Lee Parks
1981-2018

Michael Lee Parks 36, of Saint Joseph, MO passed away Friday, June 22, 2018 at Mosaic Life Care Hospital. He was born July 4, 1981 in St. Joseph, MO, son of Debbie and George “Mike” Parks. He graduated from Bishop LeBlond High School class of 1999, and Missouri Western State University. He married Kendra Collins on April 22, 2017 in St. Joseph, MO, and she survives of the home. He worked at Game Stop for 10 years and Store Leader the past 2 years. Michael enjoyed gaming, building computers, and vacationing to Disney World. He was a member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. He was preceded in death by father, George “Mike” Parks. Survivors include wife, Kendra of the home, mother, Debbie Grinlinton Parks, Saint Joseph, MO, maternal grandparents, A.C. and Margaret Bluma Grinlinton, paternal grandparents, George and Alice “Fern” Kaelson Parks, mother-in-law, Rochelle Whitman (Jim Neely), father-in-law, Stephen Collins (Diane Smith) grandmother in law Betty Collins, several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews, and his very spoiled furbabies, Merlin, Chloe, Maggie.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, June 28, 2018, at 1:00 pm at the St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, Fr. Joe Miller and Fr. Jim Pankiewicz Con-Celebrants. The Rosary will be recited at 5:30 pm Wednesday with the family receiving 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 Marfan Foundation (22 Manhasset Ave, Port Washington, New York 11050) .

Anna Marie Rains
1948-2018

Anna Marie Rains 70, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Saturday, June 23, 2018 at her home. She was born June 1, 1948 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of the late Helen and Samuel Hatfield. She graduated from Lafayette High School Class of 1968, and worked at the Highlander Laundromat as the manager, retiring after many years of service. She enjoyed traveling, bingo, the casino, old country music especially Gene Watson, and Conway Twitty. She was a Christian. Anna was preceded in death by husband, James Rains, her parents, brothers, Tommy, David, Joey and Larry Hatfield, and a sister, Linda Wykert. Survivors include, life partner, Phillip Taylor, son, Frank (Tracy) Hatfield, Rosendale, MO, daughter, Heather Mayse, Knoxville, TN, 4 grandchildren: Ryanna Hatfield, Chelsea Mayse, Taylor Mayse, and Mary Mayse, brothers, Gary (Denise) Hatfield and Michael (Rose) Hatfield both of St. Joseph, MO, and a sister, Diane (David) Hopper of St. Joseph, MO, as well as several nieces & nephews.
Funeral services: 1:00 pm Tuesday, June 26, 2018 at Rupp Funeral Home, Chaplain Scott Jensen 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 American Cancer Society or the VFW Post 6760

Jack Allen White Jr
1974-2018

Jack Allen White Jr 43, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Sunday, June 24, 2018 at Mosaic Life Care Hospital. He was born December 17, 1974 in Atchison, Kansas, son of Gayree & Jack White. He enjoyed fishing and camping. Jack was preceded in death by his brother, Barry White. He is survived by wife, Maureen White of the home, parents, Jack Sr. and Gayree White, Easton, MO, daughter, Kaitlin (Christian) Cross, son, Tyler White, granddaughters, Blyss & Nyxah Cross, brother, Robert White, Easton, MO, sister, Christal Montgomery, Saint Joseph. Mr. White will be cremated under the care and direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. Memorial services will be held at a later date

Lloyd F. “Junior” Dawson, Jr.
1928-2018

Retired Businessman Lloyd F. “Junior” Dawson, Jr., 89, died Friday afternoon, June 22, 2018, at Two Timbers Assisted Living in Highland.

Junior, as he was known to family and friends, was born June 24, 1928, at St. Joseph, MO, one of three children born to the late Lloyd Sr. and Margaret McLaren Dawson. Junior was a lifelong Highland area resident, dedicated to the Highland Community. He grew up near Sparks and graduated from Sparks High School, prior to attending Highland Community College. He worked a few years for the US Army Corps of Engineers before serving with the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He served with the 40th Infantry Division from 1950 until discharged in 1952, at the rank of sergeant. Junior returned from the service and worked for Dawe’s Garage. He started Dawson Automotive in 1958 and operated a towing service. He also built and operated the bowling alley in Highland for several years before retiring.

Mr. Dawson spent countless hours over the last 40 years volunteering at the Highland and Iola Cemetery. He was instrumental in installing the Veteran’s Memorial, the flag poles and the directory. Junior was a long time dedicated member of Smithton Lodge #1, AF&AM of Highland and served as Past Master. He was a member of White Cloud Christian Church; Doniphan County Historical Society; White Cloud Historical Society; VFW; Dillion Bales American Legion Post in Highland; and PBSS Catfish Club. He enjoyed woodworking and making stained glass and pottery.

He married Betty J. Holden In Hiawatha, KS March 8, 1950. They had one son, Randy Lee. Betty passed March 15, 1995. He later married Hallie Simpson Taylor December 26, 1996, at the White Cloud Community Church. She survives at Two Timbers.

Also surviving are a sister Jo Anne Bryan; children Alisa Koch, Lorie Hanlon (Dennis), Nanette Reid (Willie), nephews Terry Gibson (Doris), and Chris Gibson (Trisha); Dale Bryan, four grandchildren, Edward Koch, Keith Conklin, Megan Gomez (Daniel) and Jaclyn Reid, and numerous great and great-great nieces and nephews

He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty, son Randy Dawson; sister Marjorie “Jean” Gibson and husband Bill, Brother-in-law Clyde Bryan and nephew Larry Bryan.

A Celebration of Junior’s life will be 11 until 1 p.m. Saturday, August 11, 2018, at the Highland Community Center.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Highland or Iola Cemetery, sent in care of Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, PO Box 33, Highland 66035, who is assisting the family with arrangements

Shirley Mattox
1937-2018

Shirley (Bishop) Mattox, formerly of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away June 4, 2018 in Buckeye, Arizona. She was born April 23, 1937 to Bill and Maxine Bishop. She married Richard Mattox in 1954. She is preceded in death by her parents, a sister, J. Callen, and her son, Jeffery Mattox. Shirley is survived by her husband and 2 daughters; A. Miller-Booth (Boe) and Deanna (Roy) Swope, 8 grandchildren, and 18 great grandchildren. Shirley spent many of her years as a ceramic’s teacher and doll maker as owner of Shirley’s Ceramics and Dolls. A Graveside Memorial Service will be held at a later date

Tara Marie Gilmore
1984-2018

HIAWATHA, KANSAS……………Tara Marie Gilmore, 33, of Hiawatha, passed away peacefully early Saturday morning, June 16, 2018, at her home.

She was born in Kansas City, MO, the daughter of Randy and Sherry Orme Gilmore and graduated in 2003 from Olathe North High School with a 4.1 GPA. She participated in Special Olympics and was always a cheerful person no matter what she was going through. Tara had such a zest for the Lord, always dancing in the aisles at Church.

Survivors include her mother Sherry Hahn of Hiawatha; her father Randy Gilmore of Independence, MO; two brothers: Aaron Gilmore and Matthew Gilmore.

She was preceded in death by grandparents: Aileen and Richard Marshfield, Edna and Ed Miller, Goldie Hahn; Aunt Lois; and cousin Keith Bragdon.

Private family services and inurnment to be held at a later date.

Kami N. Allen-Coelho
1989-2018

Hiawatha, KS…..Kami N. (Allen) Coelho, Hiawatha Kansas, formerly of Winchester, Kansas, passed away on June 12, 2018 in Hiawatha, Kansas at the age of 28.

Kami was born October 18, 1989 in Lawrence, Kansas. Kami resided in Winchester, KS through her Freshman year in High School, after which her family moved to the Hiawatha area. Kami completed High School in 2008 where she met her future husband. Kami was employed by Wal-Mart’s in Hiawatha.

Kami will be greatly missed by her Husband, Justin C. Coelho and sons, Marc J. and Aaron J. Coelho, all of the home; her parents, Jerry & Debbie Allen of Robinson, KS; her Grandmother, Janice Gibbons, also of Robinson; her brother John A. (April) DeLaet of McLouth, KS; sisters Kristen H. Allen, Robinson, KS and Holly (Taylor) Backer of Colorado Springs, CO., and multiple aunts/uncles and cousins.

Visitation for Kami is Wednesday, June 20th from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Visitation will be at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, 124 S. 7th St. in Hiawatha. The funeral will be Thursday, June 21st, at 10:30 a.m. and will be held at The First Baptist Church, 210 Lodge Rd, also in Hiawatha.

Memorial donations may be made to KU Med Center – Orthopedics, sent in care of the funeral home.

Edwin Sowers
1932-2018

Edwin Lee Sowers, 85 of Atchison, KS passed away Monday, June 18, 2018 at the Medicalodge of Atchison.

Funeral services will be 2:00 PM, Thursday, June 21, 2018 at Trinity Lutheran Church, with Rev. Robert Ziegler officiating. Burial will follow at the Sunset Memory Gardens, Atchison, KS. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM Thursday at the church. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Trinity Lutheran Church and may be sent in care of the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home who is handling the arrangements. Online condolences may be left at www.beckerdyer.com.

Edwin was born August 16, 1932 in Atchison, KS, the son of William and Frieda (Kley) Sowers.
He graduated from Trinity Lutheran School grade school and graduated from Atchison High School in 1950. Edwin served in the United States Marine Corp during the Korean Conflict. He owned and operated Standard Service Station for ten years with his brother Charlie. Then he worked for General Motors before retiring with 30 years of service. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Atchison, KS where he served on the property committee.

He was married to Betty Kirshbaum on April 8, 1962 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Atchison, KS; she preceded him in death on July 26, 2015. Survivors include one son; Ron (Penny) Sowers, Effingham, KS, two brothers; Tom (Betty) Sowers, Atchison, KS, and Bob (Mary) Sowers, St. Joseph, MO.

He was also preceded in death by his parents, his brothers, Gerald and Charlie Sowers and their sister, Mildred Hamersky.

Robert “Raider Bob” L. Griffin
1950-2018

Robert L. “Raider Bob” Griffin 68, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, June 18, 2018 in St. Joseph, MO. He was born February 9, 1950 in St. Joseph, MO, son of late Mary and George Griffin Sr. He graduated from Benton High School worked at many places, General tire, Missouri Chemical, Seitz, Hallmark Cards, Herzog, Mead products, H.D. Lee, Monfort Pork, and most notably Missouri Depart of Transportation. He loved photography, especially photographing butterflies and flowers. He was a model train railroader, Raider Bob was an avid Raider fan, and enjoyed traveling to Oakland to see them play. Bob and was a member of St. Joseph Harley – HOG chapter and he was a Christian. Bob was preceded in death by his father. Survivors include, wife, Dara Sue Griffin of the home, mother, Mary Hochstetler of St. Joseph, MO, son, Shawn (Michelle) Griffin, daughter, Jennifer Griffin (Tony Brettingham) Griffin both of St. Joseph, MO, grandchildren, Andrew, Kendyl, Jenndara Michaila, and Devin, a brother, George (Delores) Griffin Jr. St. Joseph, MO., and his mother in law Mildred Roberts.
Funeral services: 10:00 am, Saturday, June 23, 2018 at 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 Ashland Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the American Cancer society.

Tara L. Baranoski
1979-2018

Tara L. Baranoski 38, Saint Joseph, Missouri died Sunday June 17, 2018 in Saint Joseph. She was born June 27, 1979 in Brooklyn, NY and preceded in death by her father, Robert M. Baranoski, and mother, Rochelle Baranoski. Survivors include brother, Robert Baranoski of Port Saint Lucie, FL. Cremation under the direction of Rupp Funeral Home. There is no scheduled visitation or memorial service.

Margaret G. Jones
1913-2018

Margaret G. Jones, 104, of Hiawatha, died Tuesday June 19, 2018 at Vintage Park.

Margaret was born June 23, 1913 southwest of Whiting, Kansas one of two children born to Edwin J. and Bertha L. (Sawhill) Lentz and had spent most of her life in northeast Kansas.

Mrs. Jones was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Hiawatha for 60 years and the UMW of the church; the ladies auxiliary to Homer-White American Post #66 and had served as past president parley of the auxiliary; the ladies auxiliary of VFW post #5210; a Red Cross Volunteer (Gray Lady) at the Hiawatha Community Hospital; and the LaGrange Club. She was a lifetime member of the Brown County Historical Society and the Hiawatha Community Hospital Auxiliary.

She married Harry U. Jones on February 1, 1942 at Horton, Kansas. They adopted two sons George and David. Margaret traveled with Harry during the war for years before returning to Hiawatha in 1948. They farmed north of Hiawatha until his death January 28, 1977. Shortly after his death she moved to town to make her home. In later years Margaret made her home at the Maple Grove Senior Complex for 3 years; the Apostolic Apartments in Sabetha for 2 years, moving to Vintage Park in August 2002.

Survivors include the adopted sons George Jones and David Jones, both of the Kansas City area; several adopted grandchildren and great-grandchildren; with nieces, nephews, and cousins.

She was also preceded in death by a brother William Lentz.

Funeral services are planned for 11 a.m. Friday, June 22, at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hiawatha. Shane Spangler will officiate. Interment will follow at the Hiawatha Cemetery.

The family will meet with friends a half hour prior to service.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Hiawatha Cemetery, sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th St., Hiawatha, 66434.