Buddy Robert Coffman
1970-2018

Buddy Robert Coffman 48, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Sunday March 25, 2018 at Mosaic life care hospital. He was born February 25, 1970 in St. Joseph, Missouri, and attended Central High School. He worked at Capital Express transportation as a Dispatcher for 26 years. He enjoyed playing pool, darts, bowling, hanging out with family and friends. Buddy was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Clarence Rebecca Stamper, paternal grandparents, William Coffman Sr., and Ella Coffman-Kendall, and an uncle Richard Franklin Stamper. He is survived by his father, William Coffman, mother, Virginia Stamper both of St. Joseph, MO, brothers, Bill (Rosemary) Coffman, and Danny Coffman, sisters, Stacie Tanner (Juan Ortega), Becky (Jimmie) Hughes, all of St. Joseph, and Donna (Toby) McCullough, Old Monroe, MO, best friends, Richard Sandra Ortega, as well as several nieces nephews. Mr. Coffman will be cremated under the care and direction of the Rupp Funeral Home.

Adriana “Yana” T. Davis
1931-2018

Adriana “Yana” T. Davis 87, of Saint Joseph, MO passed away Sunday, March 25, 2018 at a Saint Joseph, MO health care center. She was born March 5, 1931 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of the late Micaela and Frank Montemore. She graduated from Convent of Sacred Heart high school, and worked at Sherwood Medical until it closed. She enjoyed sewing and quilting, and was a member of the St. James Altar Society and St. James Catholic Church. Adriana was preceded in death by husband, Jack G. Davis, her parents, a daughter Monica Davis, a son, Gregory John Davis, brothers, Genaro Montemore, and Raymond Montemore, and a sister, Patricia Atkins. Survivors include granddaughter, Ursula Chapman, Kansas CIty, MO, a brother, Martin (Carol) Montemore, Prairie Village, KS, sister, Irene Hurley, Sara Sota, FL, several nieces & nephews.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, March 28, 2018, at 10:30 am at the St. James Catholic Church, Fr. Evan Harkins Celebrant. The Rosary will be recited at 5:30 pm, Tuesday, and the family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Mount Olivet Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the St. James Altar Society. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Betty Leona Cave
1929-2018

Betty Leona (Steele) Cave, 88, formerly of Atchison, KS was received into the presence of our Savior on Saturday, March 24, 2018 in St. Joseph, MO.

Graveside services will be 11:30 AM on Thursday, March 29th, 2018 at Memorial Park Cemetery, St. Joseph. A Celebration of Life lunch will be held immediately following at Meierhoffer Funeral Home Community Room. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to the donor’s preferred charitable organizations and may be sent in care of the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, 800 Kansas Ave, Atchison, KS who is handling the arrangements. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Betty was born on March 30, 1929 in St. Joseph, the daughter of the late August (Gus) and Kitty (Trent) Steele. She graduated from Central High School, St. Joseph, in 1947. She was an active member of the Atchison United Methodist Church where she attended the GMC Sunday School Class and Women’s Circle. Betty’s volunteer service included Atchison Hospital Auxiliary and Franklin School PTA where she received accolades for her spirit of generosity. Ralph and Betty enjoyed valued time with their granddaughters, traveling, walking, and relaxing on the beach, until relocating to St. Joseph, for health purposes.

Betty and her loving husband, Ralph celebrated 57 years of marriage on July 15, 2008, and were married until his passing on Feb. 27th, 2009. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, four sisters, Eleanor Alt, Helen Meyer, Marjorie Smith and Marilyn Miller; three brothers, Milton (Bud), Marvin and Walter Steele.

Betty and Ralph were blessed with two children, a son Kirk (Doris)Cave, Carrollton, TX and a daughter, Janet (Steve) Johnston, St. Joseph, three granddaughters, Jill (Nick) McKay, Atlanta, GA, Megan (Eric) Lott, St. Joseph, Ashley (Adrian) Gray, St. Joseph, one great granddaughter, Amory Gray, St. Joseph and a sister-in-law, Geneva Steele, Butler, MO.

Dale E. Bembrick
1943-2018

Plattsburg, MO. Dale E. Bembrick, 74, formerly of Troy, Kansas passed away Wednesday, March 28, 2018 at the Nicks Healthcare in Plattsburg, Missouri.

Dale was born on August 31, 1943 in St. Joseph, Missouri to Charles & M. Maxine (Schuler) Bembrick.

He worked for Mead Products as a printer.

Dale was preceded in death by his parents & wife Diane Campbell Bembrick.

Survivors: sons, Mike Bembrick, (Lisa) Troy, Kansas;

Patrick Bembrick, (Rebecca) Hiawatha, Kansas;

6 grandchildren & 9 great-grandchildren;

Brother, Dennis Bembrick, (Karol) Wathena, Kansas.

Dale’s wishes were to be cremated, with services at a later date. Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Deidra Rose Freeman Connell
1976-2018

Deidra Rose Freeman Connell 42, of St. Joseph, MO. passed away Thursday, March 29, 2018 in a Gower health care center. She was born February 17, 1976 in St. Joseph, MO. She graduated from Stewartsville High School and worked at Breadeaux Pizza in Gower. Survivors include, mother, Brenda (Michael) Baier, Smithville, MO, sons, Trevor and Broderick Connell, brother, David Thomas, Great Falls, MT, sister, Debby Steinman, Amity, MO, The family will receive friends from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, with funeral services: 11:00 am, Saturday, March 31, 2018 at Rupp Funeral Home, Rev. Leanna VanZandt-Nauman officiating, The Interment will be at the Agency Cemetery. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Mary Alice Lyons
1925-2018

Mary Alice Lyons 92, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Tuesday March 27, 2018 at a St. Joseph health care center. She was born October 6, 1925 in St. Joseph, Missouri daughter of late Theresa & Joseph Sanger. She graduated from Benton High School, and was a homemaker. She was a member of St. James Altar Society and Patroness Club for Christian Brothers High School, and the St. James Catholic Church. Mary was preceded in death by her husband, Jack E. Lyons, son, Ronald Lyons, granddaughter, Erin Lyons, her parents, and sisters, Beatrice Sanger, and Eleonor Johnson. She is survived by daughter, Karen S. (John) Groce of St. Joseph, MO, daughter in law, Marie Lyons, grandson, Chris (Tara) Lyons, both of Denver, CO, and granddaughter, Sharri Moreland of CO. Private graveside memorial services at a later date at the Mount Olivet Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the St. James Renovation Fund.

Ray “G-Ray” Gibson
1967-2018

Ray “G-Ray” Gibson, 51, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, March 28, 2018 at the Mayo Hospital, in Rochester, MN. He was born February 5, 1967 in St. Joseph, son of Pauline and Franklin “Bud” Gibson. He graduated from Mid-Buchanan High School and has worked at Purina for 25 years. He enjoyed working on classic cars, and was a member of the Agency Christian. Ray was preceded in death by father Franklin “Bud” Gibson, brothers, Dennis, Richard, and R.D. “Bo” Gibson, and a sister, Jackie Sue Gibson. Survivors include, mother, Pauline Gibson, Agency, MO, brothers, Frank Gibson, Agency, MO, David (Holly) Gibson, Napa, ID, sisters, Teresa Goldizen, Agency, MO, Tammy Shelter, Faucett, MO., and Brenda Severson, Bend, OR, his companion, Kim Knaebel, and good friend and cousin, Christina Lytton, as well as several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: 11:00 am, Wednesday, April 4, 2018 at Rupp Funeral Home, Rev. James Barnett officiating, The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Tuesday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Interment will be at Agency Cemetery, Agency, Missouri. Memorials are suggested to Mosaic Life Care-Cancer Center.

Arlene Marie Smith
1921-2018

Troy, Kansas Arlene M. Smith, 97, of Troy, Kansas passed away Saturday, March 31, 2018 at the Wathena Nursing & Rehabilitation Center.

Arlene was born on January 25, 1921 in Severance, Kansas to George A. & Ethel M. (Roland) Blanton.

She was a homemaker. Arlene was of the Christian Faith, enjoying her holiday baskets from the Methodist Church.

Arlene married Clifford A. “Mike” Smith on March 2, 1938 in St. Joseph, Missouri. He preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her parents, sons, Maynard Smith, Martin Smith, sisters, Ruby Corcoran, Vivian Smith, Mildred Wasson & Anna Frump, brothers, George H. Blanton, Jessie J. Blanton, Milo W. Long, John H. Blanton, N. Dean Blanton & Dale DeGolyer.

Survivors include, grandchildren, Martin Smith Jr., Roper Smith & Darla Smith; 7 great-grandchildren; Special nephew, Greg Blanton and numerous nieces & nephews.

Funeral Service: 2:00 P.M. Monday, April 2, 2018.

At the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Troy, Kansas.

Visitation: 1 hour prior to service. Friends may call after 11 A.M. Monday.

Burial: Mount Olive Cemetery, Troy, Kansas.

Memorials: Troy Ambulance Fund

Shirley Mae Collings
1927-2018

Shirley Mae Collings 90, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, March 31, 2018 at her home. She was born September 28, 1927 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of the late Goldie and Joseph Mollus. She was a homemaker, who enjoyed crafting, sewing, crocheting, gardening, flower gardening especially peonies & roses, and was a former member of St. Peter & Paul Catholic church, and St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. Shirley was preceded in death by father Joseph Mollus, mother, Goldie Jarrott, husband, Virgil Collings, son, Charles Collings, brother, Frank D Mollus, and sister, Joann Teed. Survivors include, daughters, Dianna Collings (Eddie Dykes), MO, and Helen Matthews, son, Richard (Sharon) Collings, brothers, Joseph “Roy” Mollus, and Charles (Sue) Mollus all of St. Joseph, MO, 14 grandchildren, 30 great grandchildren, 4 great great grandchildren, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM on Tuesday, with funeral services: 2:00 pm, Tuesday, April 3, 2018 at Rupp Funeral Home, Sister Barb Conroy officiating, The Interment will be at the Mount Olivet Cemetery. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Gary Gene Gann
1950-2018

Gary Gene Gann 67, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, March 18, 2018 in Saint Joseph, MO after a long battle with cancer. He was born March 20, 1950 in St. Joseph, MO, son of Enid and Dale Gann. He graduated from Benton High School in 1968 and attended Missouri Western State University. He worked at the FDIC and in the banking industry prior to starting his own construction business. He loved to spend time with his grandchildren and was always willing to lend a generous and helping hand. He enjoyed mushroom hunting, fishing, hunting with his grandpas, metal detecting, panning for gold, and telling stories. He was an avid genealogist and a member of the former Hyde Valley United Methodist Church. He was also the author of “A Walk in the Park – The Adventures of a Four Time Cancer Survivor”. Gary is survived by his parents, Dale and Enid Mae Gann, St. Joseph, MO; daughter Janelle Gann of Kansas City, MO, granddaughter, Jillian Austin, grandson, Jeffrey Austin, brothers, Terry (Laura) Gann, Shawnee, KS, Randy (Belinda) Gann, St. Joseph, MO, sisters, Julie (Dave) Huber, St. Joseph, MO, Susan (Don) Dettman, Savannah, MO, and long time companion, Caroline Adams of St. Joseph, MO. Funeral services: 10:00 am, Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at Rupp Funeral Home, Chaplain Alan Pruitt 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 Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the Gary Gann Memorial Fund in care of Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Frances V. Haverkamp
1929-2018

Frances V. Haverkamp, 88, of Atchison KS died on Sat., March 17, 2018 at the North Care Hospice House, Kansas City, MO.

Funeral services will be 7:00pm on Monday, March 26th, 2018 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home with Fr. Jeremy Heppler, OSB officiating. The body will be cremated and burial at a later date in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Atchison, KS. The family will receive friends following the service on Monday until 8:30 pm at the funeral home. Memorials in memory of Frances are suggested to the American Heart Association and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Frances was born on Nov. 11, 1929 in Atchison, KS the daughter of Robert H. and Nellie D. (Stebbins) Bump. She graduated from Atchison High School in 1947. Frances worked in the Dietary Department for the Atchison Hospital for over 19 years. She had also worked as a rural Globe and St. Joseph Newspress carrier for many years. She was a past member of the Order of Eastern Star and enjoyed gardening, yard work, NASCAR, the Kansas City Chiefs, KC Royals, going to tractor pulls and especially spending time with her grandchildren.

She was married to Verniss J. Haverkamp on May 24, 1952 in Atchison, KS. Mr. Haverkamp preceded her in death on May 3, 2005. Survivors include two sons, Eldon L. and Francis R (Rose) Haverkamp, both of Atchison, KS, a daughter Sharon Ann Haverkamp, Olathe, KS, a sister Flora Tucker, Leavenworth, KS and five grandchildren. Her parent, husband, three brothers preceded her in death.

Edward Aloysis Zehnder
1925-2018

Edward Aloysis Zehnder, 92, of Atchison, KS died at his home Monday, March 19, 2018.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, March 22, 2018 at Sacred Heart Church with Fr. Jeremy Heppler, OSB as Celebrant. Burial will follow in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Atchison. A parish rosary will be recited at 10:00AM on Thursday at the church followed by a short visitation with the family until time of service. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Benedict’s Parish or St. Benedict’s School and may be sent in care of the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home who is handling the arrangements. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Edward was born on November 20, 1925 in Atchison, KS the only child of William “Billy” and Bernardine Columbia (Madden) Zehnder. Growing up in the Shannon area he attended Shannon School and graduated from ACCHS in 1943. He farmed with his father from 1943to 1950 when he was inducted in the United States Army where he served until 1952. The family moved to the outskirts of Atchison and Edward worked as a truck driver for Watson Bros. Truck Line, Capital Truck Lines, Schwerman Trucking, and Material Contracting. After retiring he drove a taxi in Atchison for a time, did mowing for friends and volunteered at Project Concern delivering Meals on Wheels until about 3 months ago. He was a member of St. Benedict’s Parish attending Sacred Heart Church where he had been an usher in the past.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and is survived by cousins. His greatest wish was to remain independent. He had kept in contact with old army buddies by visits to their homes. He cherished his friends and especially the kindness and thoughtful things done for him by friends Andrea and Mike Jones and Joelen Ricketts.

Quortney Faye Flint
1990-2018

Quortney Faye Flint 27, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, March 20, 2018 in Saint Joseph, MO. She was born August 9, 1990 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of Jerri and Jim Flint. She enjoyed camping and loved country music. Everybody loved her and knew when she was around. Quortney was preceded in death by maternal grandmother, Janet Russell. Survivors include, her parents, paternal grandparents, Charles & Joan Flint, St. Joseph, MO, two brothers: JJ. & Brennen Flint, a sister Amanda Flint, (Andy Creviston) nieces, Kinleigh and Keatyn Creviston, and her little dog Ace.

The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM on Friday, with funeral services to follow at 2:00 PM Friday, at the Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Leanna VanZandt-Nauman officiating. Memorials are requested to the United Cerebral Palsey. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Billy Charles Caudill
1947-2018

Billy Charles Caudill 71, of Savannah, Missouri, passed away Sunday, March 18, 2018 in Saint Joseph, MO. He was born February 23, 1947 in Healdton, OK, son of the late Jimmie and Charles Caudill. He served in the Army and is a veteran of the Vietnam War. He worked on offshore oil rigs in Gulf , and was Heavy Equipment operator, Electrician and a Steel worker. He was a passionate, caring person and loved spending time with his grandsons, watching them play baseball, in his younger years he was a Boy Scout leader. Billy was preceded in death by parents, and a brother, Terry Caudill. Survivors include, son, Ray (Gina) Caudill, grandsons; Alex and Matthew Caudill, all of St. Joseph, MO, sisters, Treva (Jimmy) Billiot, and Charlotte (Howard) Anderson-Robinson.

Funeral service will be at 1:00 PM Saturday, March 24, 2018 at Johnson Bayou Baptist Church in Johnson Bayou, Louisiana. Visitation will be on Friday, March 23, 2018 from 5:00 PM till 8:00 PM at the church. Interment with military honors will follow in Head of the Hallow Cemetery in Johnson Bayou, Lousiana under the direction of Clayton Thompson Funeral Directors in Groves, Texas.

Local arrangements under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home.

Joseph “Joe” Howard Furgeson
1951-2018

Joseph “Joe” Howard Furgeson 66, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, March 21, 2018 in a Saint Joseph, MO hospital. He was born July 7, 1951 in St. Joseph, MO, son of the late Alice and James Furgeson. He attended Benton High School and married Janet Woolard on January 22, 1971 in St. Joseph, MO. He was a hat maker for Stetson Hat, and worked 28 years at the St. Joseph News Press. He enjoyed fishing, turkey and mushroom hunting. He was very crafty with wood, and loved spending time with his grandchildren. Joe was preceded in death by parents, and a sister, Brenda Parham. Survivors include, wife, Janet Furgeson of the home, son, Jason H, (Sue) Furgeson, daughters, Rachel Furgeson (Roger Lewis) Jennifer Furgeson, Jolene Furgeson (John Herring), God-daughter, Jodie Barnett, grandchildren Jaycie (Adam) Furgeson, Amber Vaughn, Camey Furgeson, Gage (Jamie) Herring, Shawnda Massey, Shelby (Matthew) Barns, Kendra Furgeson, Alex Herring (Jordyn Smith), Triston Witt, Seth Herring, Aubrie Furgeson, Robert Lewis, Meia Furgeson, Ceyton Furgeson, and Jacklynn Surface, great grandchildren, Landyn, Lillea, Jocelyn, Montez, Coen, Wyatt, Remmi, Levahdee, brothers, Jimmy, Arley, John, and Dick Furgeson, sisters, Patty Rahn, Carol Williams, Sherrie Smithers, and Judy Corona, and mother in law, Glennrose ” Posy” Steward. Funeral services: 10:00 AM Monday, at the Rupp Chapel, Pastor Andy Campbell officiating, The family will receive friends from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM on Sunday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The inurnment will be at the Mount Auburn Cemetery. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Andrew Vincent “Vince” Eckert
1937-2018

Andrew Vincent “Vince” Eckert, 80 of Effingham, KS passed away Thursday, March 22, 2018, at his home, surrounded by his family.

Memorial Mass of Christian burial will be 10:30 AM, Tuesday, March 27, 2018 at St. Ann’s Catholic Church, with Fr. Benjamin Tremmel, OSB as celebrant. Burial of cremated remains will follow at St. Ann’s Catholic Cemetery. Parish Rosary will be recited at 6:00 PM, Monday March 26, 2018 at the church, with visitation following until 8:00 PM. Becker Chapel 402 3rd Effingham KS, will be open on Monday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM for anyone who wants to sign the register book. Memorials are suggested to St. Ann’s Catholic Church and may be sent in care of Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home who has been entrusted with the arrangements. Online condolences may be left at www.beckerdyer.com.

Vince was born December 16, 1937 in Effingham, KS, the son of Andrew and Ethel (Reynolds) Eckert. He graduated from ACCHS in 1955. Vince was an Engineer for Kansas Department of Transportation for forty years. He served in the United States Army Reserves. Vince was a member of St. Ann’s Catholic Church. He enjoyed farming, driving a semi-truck coaching high school softball and playing baseball and softball. Vince especially enjoyed his grandchildren.

Vince married Theresa Martin at St. Ann’s Catholic Church in 1960; she survives of the home. Additional survivors include three sons, Ken and Melissa Eckert, Ft. Worth, TX, Tom and Angela Eckert, Everest, KS, Joey Eckert, Atchison, KS, five brothers, Lee and Ruth Eckert, Atchison, KS, Russell and Carol Eckert, Effingham, KS, Jerry and Rita, Eckert, Effingham, KS, Jim and Shirley Eckert, Effingham, KS, Michael and Amy Eckert, Effingham, KS, two sisters, Karen and Ray Bell, Lansing, KS, Debbie and Mark Reiding, Easton, MO, grandchildren, Jeremy Eckert, Drew Eckert, Jackson Eckert, Sara (Leslea) Feagan, Courtney Page and Tiffany Schuler, great grandchildren, Wyatt, Rylan, Calvin, Natalee, Rhett.

He was preceded in death by his parents a brother, Dennis Eckert and a sister Evelyn Eckert.

Nellie Mae McGuire-Grace
1931-2018

Nellie Mae McGuire-Grace 86, of Rushville, MO passed away Saturday, March 24, 2018 in Saint Joseph. She was born December 19, 1931 in St. Joseph, Missouri, daughter of the late Evelyn & William Babb. She was a homemaker, and a member of the King Hill Christian Church. Nellie was preceded in death by her parents, 1st husband, Ralph B McGuire, 2nd husband, Archie Grace, daughters, Sharon McGuire and Marjorie James, and a sister, Beverly Boone. She is survived by daughter, Patsy McGuire (Buck Henderson) of Rushville, MO, four grandchildren: Michael Blanchard, Christopher Blanchard, Stacy James, and Nina Jones, 7 great grandchildren, brothers, Billy Babb and John (Debbie) Babb of Fountain Grove, MO. The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm on Tuesday at the Rupp Funeral Home. She will be cremated following the visitation, and the inurnment will be at the Sugar Creek Cemetery, Rushville, MO, at a later date.

Julia Staudenmaier
1942-2018

Bendena, Kansas – Julia (Flynn) Staudenmaier, 75, of Bendena, Kansas passed away Friday, March 23, 2018 at the Shepherd’s Residential of St. Joseph, Missouri.

Julia was born on May 29, 1942 in Topeka, Kansas to David & Ruth (Moran) Flynn.

She was a member of the St. Benedict’s Catholic Church of Bendena, Kansas. Julia was a Lab Technician working at MGP for over 25 years.

Julia married Charlie Staudenmaier on May 30, 1981 in Bendena, Kansas. He preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her parents, daughter, Mary Denise, grandson, Ahren Noakes, great-grandson, Tanner Sinclair, sister, Mary Jane Suther & a brother, John Flynn.

Survivors: Children, Kevin Hager, Erin Hager, Kelli Hutchison, Angela Rutter, Michele Zeit, Shannon Jantz, Gretchen Powell, Erin York & Jayne White; 29 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren & one on the way. Numerous nieces & nephews

Funeral Mass: 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, March 28, 2018.
At the St. Benedict’s Catholic Church, Bendena, Kansas.
Rosary: 5:30 P. M. Tuesday evening at the St. Benedict’s Catholic Church with visitation to follow at 6-8 P.M.
Friends may call after 9 A.M. Tuesday at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Troy, Kansas.

Burial: St. Benedict’s Catholic Cemetery, Bendena, Kansas.

Memorials: St. Benedict’s Catholic Church

Shelly Ann Shaefer
1958-2018

Shelly Ann Shaefer, 59, of Hiawatha died Saturday evening, March 24, 2018 at the Hiawatha Community Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer.

Shelly was born July 28, 1958 in Hiawatha, KS to Paul and Georgia Taylor Puvogel. She grew up and attended schools in Hiawatha. Shelly graduated from Hiawatha High School with the class of 1976.

She married Jeri Shaefer November 5, 1976 at the Upper Wolf Lutheran Church. Shelly and Jeri have two children Paul and Melanie. Jeri survives of the home.

Shelly graduated from Platte Business School in St. Joseph, MO.

She attended the Christian Center in Hiawatha, KS. Shelly was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary in Fairview, KS, the Lion’s Club in Robinson, KS, which she participated in several Melodramas, and a leader for the Boy Scouts of America, just to name a few.

Shelly bowled in lady’s bowling and mixed bowling. She loved the outdoors, her flowers, gardening, and she especially loved spending time with her family.

Shelly worked at the Post Office in Hiawatha as a clerical carrier before working as the Postmaster for Powhattan, Fairview, and finally Horton. She worked for the United States Postal Service for 22 years.

She is survived by her husband; Jeri, son; Paul and wife Rachel Shaefer of Hiawatha, KS, daughter; Melanie Shaefer and fiancé Ricky Rodriquez of Hiawatha, KS, brother; Rick and wife Alma Puvogel of Orange, CA, and grandchildren; Joseph, Jacob, Kylee, Hope, Erica, and Georgia.

She was preceded in death by both of her parents.

Memorial Services are planned for 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, April 3, 2018 at the Christian Center in Hiawatha. Pastor Tony French will officiate. Inurnment will follow at the Mt. Hope Cemetery in Hiawatha.

The family will receive friends from 6:30 – 8p.m., Monday, April 2, 2018 at the Christian Center in Hiawatha.

Memorials are suggested in her name to be designated at a later date and may be sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S. 7th St. Hiawatha, KS 66434

Online condolences may be made to www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com.

Ester Lavone Beach
1939-2018

Ester Lavone Beach, 79, of Morrill, KS died Sunday afternoon, March 25, 2018 at the Maple Heights Nursing Home where she had been a resident for a short time.

Lavone was born March 25, 1939 in Morrill, KS the daughter of Ben and Odie Ball DeBusk.

She grew up in Morrill and graduated from the Morrill High School with the class of 1958. Lavone played basketball while in High School. Lavone married Rex Beach December 3, 1960 at the Hamlin Baptist Church. He preceded her in death November 2, 2002.

Lavone worked as a housekeeper for the Apostolic Christian Home, Sabetha Country Inn, and Fountain Villa for a total of 43 years.

She enjoyed watching her grandchildren in their activities and doing things with them. She loved to sew clothes, patch jeans, and make Halloween costumes for the grandkids. In her last years she enjoyed taking care of her great granddaughter, Brystol. Lavone had a great love for ice cream. She enjoyed watching KU Basketball. She also loved her many dogs she had throughout the years.

She is survived by her daughters; Jocelyn and her husband Mark Swanson of Frankfort, KS, Kim and her husband Glen Bien of Bentonville, Arkansas, and Pamela and her husband Kevin Chadwell of Morrill, Kansas, 6 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, two sisters; Ruby and Rose both of Oklahoma, and a brother; Barney of Morrill, KS.

Funeral Services are planned for 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 28, 2018 at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hiawatha. Pastor Shane Spangler will officiate. Interment will follow at the Morrill Cemetery.

Friends may call the funeral home after 9 a.m. Tuesday, March 27, 2018 where the family will receive friends from 6 -8 p.m. that evening.

Memorials are suggested to the Maple Heights Nursing Home and may be sent in care of the funeral home 124 S 7th St. Hiawatha, KS 66434.

David A Griffin
1948-2018

David A. Griffin 70, of DeKalb, MO, Missouri passed away Tuesday March 6, 2018. He was born January 17, 1948 in St. Joseph, Missouri son of the late Dolly & William Griffin. He served in the United States Army, and worked at Quaker Oats. David was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Rodney, Gary, and Billy Griffin, sisters, Helen Calvert, and Doris Sipes. He is survived by wife, Rose Griffin of DeKalb, MO, brothers, Marvin and Tim Griffin. He also had a daughter Brenda. Mr. Griffin will be cremated under the care and direction of the Rupp Funeral Home.

Joyce Marie Frakes
1936-2018

Joyce Marie Frakes 81, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, March 9, 2018 at her home with her family by her side. She was born October 23, 1936 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of the late Sylvia and Jesse Matthews. She married Robert “Bob” Frakes on October 23, 1954, and he survives of the home. She was a homemaker and devoted farm wife who enjoyed sewing, gardening, and spending time with her grandkids. She was a loving mother and grandmother, and a member of the Missouri Valley Baptist Church. Joyce was preceded in death by her parents, brothers; Jesse, Earl and Sammy Matthews, sisters; Velma Ritchie, Viola Kneib, and Mary Huffman. Survivors include, husband, Robert “Bob” Frakes of the home, daughters; Sandy (Mike) Pendleton, St. Joseph, MO, and Susan (Bill) Matney, Dearborn, MO, grandson; Dustin Pendleton, granddaughters; MaryAnn Matney, and Cami Pendleton, great-granddaughter, Paydyn Pendleton, a brother, Virgil (Dixie) Matthews, St. Joseph, MO, and a sister, Donna (Marvin) Huffman, St. Joseph, MO.
Funeral Services: 10:00 am Tuesday, March 13, 2018 at Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Andy Campbell officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Monday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Sugar Creek Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the Missouri Valley Baptist Chruch or Frakes Memorial Scholarship Fund.

Bettye Gaye Bosse
1931-2018

Bettye Gaye Wagner Bosse, 86, of Sabetha, KS passed away early Saturday morning, March 10, 2018, at the Midland Hospice House in Topeka, KS. She was born June 13, 1931 in Morrill, KS.

Bettye went to school at Morrill, KS until the 5th grade when her mother, Zereda Wagner, got the job as Agent of the telephone co at White Cloud, KS. She went to school in White Cloud through her freshman year. Her sophomore year she returned to Morrill High School. During her junior and senior year, her mother worked at the telephone co. at Hiawatha, KS and Bettye graduated from Hiawatha High School with the Class of 1949.

She worked at Duckwalls while going to school and Byer Clothing Store a year after graduation. She met and married Dale Bosse of Wheaton, KS. They were married May 21, 1950. Later the family moved to a farm northwest of Sabetha. They then moved to a farm south of Hamlin, KS. Dale and Bettye worked at the Hamlin Elevator for 20 years. Dale was Mayor of Hamlin and Bettye was the treasurer. She was also the treasurer of the Hamlin Cemetery for 17 years.

Bettye was a member of the First Lutheran Church of Sabetha and a member of the LWML. She volunteered at the Pre-School. In her spare time, Bettye loved to draw and write poems.

She is survived by her husband, Dale, of the Apostolic Christian Home in Sabetha, KS, their four children; Leonard Bosse and his wife, Brenda of Westcliffe, Colorado, Dan Bosse and his wife, Cindy of Spring Hill, Kansas, Doyle Bosse and his wife, Melissa of Marianna, Florida, and Brenda Rodvelt and her husband Douglas of Horton, Kansas, 17 grandchildren, and 25 great grandchildren.

Bettye was preceded in death by her mother, Zereda.

Funeral Services are planned for 10 a.m., Saturday, March 17, 2018 at the First Lutheran Church in Sabetha, KS. Pastor Michael Dunaway and Pastor Sean Kilgo will officiate. Interment will follow at the Morrill Cemetery.

Friends may call the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home after 9 a.m., Friday, March 16, 2018 where the family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. that evening. Memorials are suggested to First Lutheran Church or Apostolic Christian Home and may be sent in care of the funeral home, 124. S. 7th St. Hiawatha, KS 66434.

Viola “Shorty” Violet Lear
1921-2018

Viola “Shorty” Lear, 96, of Hiawatha died Sunday evening, March 11, 2018 at the Falls City Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Falls City, NE.

She was born July 23, 1921 in Falls City, NE the daughter of Godferd and Elizabeth Bertram Hunker. She grew up and attended schools in Nebraska.

Shorty married Samuel Lear in Topeka, KS September 12, 1945. She helped Sam on the farm and with his coon dogs. He preceded her in death December 23 1986. She continued to take great care of the farm after his passing. Shorty loved to garden, which also included canning and sharing her produce.

She baked many a wedding cake for couples in the community and took great pride in her work. All her life she volunteered herself to helping others. Never having children she was a Mother to so very many. She was a member of the White Cloud Community Church and later a member of the First Christian Church in Hiawatha where she was very active.

She is survived by her brother Donald (Jack) Hunker of Berkley, Michigan, many nephews and nieces and a host of friends.

Viola was preceded in death by her parents, sisters; Alice Hunker, Grace Schulenberg, Helen Schlosser, and Lisette (Timmy) Jondrow, brothers; Floyd Hunker, Roy Hunker, Wilbur Hunker, Earl Hunker, and John Hunker.

Funeral Services are planned for 10 a.m., Friday, March 16, 2018 at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hiawatha. Pastor Dennis Fulbright will officiate. Interment will follow at the Olive Branch Cemetery in White Cloud, KS.

Friends may call at the funeral home from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. In lieu of flowers the family has suggested memorials be made to the Olive Branch Cemetery and may be sent in care of the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, 124 S. 7th St. Hiawatha, KS 66434.

Donna May (Weyer) Markham
1937-2018

Donna May (Weyer) Markham 81, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, March 11, 2018 at a Saint Joseph, MO health care center. She was born March 1, 1937 in Bigelow, MO, daughter of the late Alta and Jesse Mallon. She attended Benton High School and retired from the St. Joseph State Hospital after 27 years of service as a Licensed Practical Nurse, she also worked at several area nursing homes. She was a member of Restoration Branch of Latter Day Saints, the Eagles Lodge Auxiliary #49, and served as treasure of Local 669 union. She married Leland Markham in July of 2008, and he survives of the home. Donna was preceded in death by 1st husband, Henry Weyer, her parents, sons, Donald Ray Weyer, and Robert Weyer, a brother, Richard Mallon, and a sister, Margaret Long-Bonnett and step son Raymond Markham. Survivors include, her husband Leland Ray Markham of the home, daughters, Barbara (Greg) Sawyer-Behan, Sheila Sue Sawyer, of St. Joseph, daughter, Deborah Kerns, Wathena, KS, sons, Rick Weyer, Lloyd Weyer, and Bradley Weyer all of St. Joseph, MO, step-daughter, Sheryl McGuire, Oakland, CA, numerous grandchildren, and great grandchildren, nephew, Tom (Rhonda) Long of St. Joseph, MO, niece, Carolyn Theis.
Funeral services: 10:30 am, Wednesday, March 14, 2018 at Rupp Funeral Home, Elder Sam Church 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 Memorial Park Cemetery. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

George W. Allee
1929-2018

George W. Allee, 88, formerly of Union Star, MO, passed away Saturday, March 10, 2018 at the Missouri Veterans Home, Cameron, Missouri, he was born April 8, 1929 in Gentry County Missouri. He is preceded in death by his parents George W. and Lucy S. Allee and spouse Lois I. Allee (Meyers) and brother Edward Allee. He is survived by his brother Jerry B. Allee of Kansas City MO., and 6 children. Susan C. Bowen Hastings NE., Stephen O. Allee and spouse Pam. Platte City MO. Georgia L. Logan, Hastings NE. Gordon W. Allee and spouse Kara, Hastings NE., Julie L. Allee Hastings NE., Clay S. Allee Maryville MO., several grandchildren and great grandchildren.
George worked in Wyoming as a young man before starting his career at Mead Products (formerly Westab) a paper products company. Later in life he moved to rural Union Star MO where he was engaged in farming and enjoyed a great deal. He also enjoyed vacationing in the Snowy Range in south eastern Wyoming and instilled the same enjoyment of the outdoors in his family.
Funeral services: 11:00 AM Friday at the Prugh-Dunfee Funeral Home, Grant City, MO. Interment Isadore Cemetery, Grant City, MO. St. Joseph arrangements, Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolence and obituary www.ruppfuneral.com

Jeffrey Allen Smith
1961-2018

Jeffrey A. Smith, 56 of Atchison died March 13, 2018 as a result of an automobile accident on Hwy 59 south of St Joseph, Mo.
Memorial services will be held at 11:00AM on Saturday March 17, 2018 at the Becker Dyer Stanton Funeral Home. The family will receive friends one hour prior to services on Saturday at the funeral home. The body has been cremated. 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.
Jeffrey was born on October 11, 1961 the son of Thomas and Barbara (Faiers) Smith. Jeffrey graduated Atchison High School in 1981. He served in the United States Army. Mr. Smith worked on the assembly line at Kawasaki Manufacturing in Maryville, Mo. Jeffrey enjoyed playing video games, tinkering around the house, and most of all spending time with his family and dog.
Jeffrey was engaged to Jewel Smith, and she survives of the home. Additional survivors include his mother Barbara Smith of Atchison, brother Thomas E. (Tina) Smith of Atchison, sister Angel Porter of Atchison, several nieces and nephews. His father, brother in law EJ Porter preceded him in death

Robert Arthur Frakes
1934-2018

Robert “Bob” A. Frakes 83, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, March 13, 2018 at his home with his family by his side, in St. Joseph, MO. He was born June 15, 1934 in Halls, MO, son of late Mary Jane and William H. Frakes. He was a life long farmer in the Halls area, he enjoyed traveling with Joyce, he loved farming, and his family always came first. Bob was a member of the Missouri Valley Baptist Church in Halls. Bob was preceded in death by wife, Joyce Marie Frakes March 9, 2018, his parents, and a sister, Bonnie Baker. Survivors include, daughters, Sandy (Mike) Pendleton, St. Joseph, MO, and Susan (Bill) Matney, Dearborn, MO, three grandchildren: Dustin Pendleton, MaryAnn Matney, and Cami Pendleton, great-granddaughter, Paydyn Pendleton.

Funeral services: 10:00 am, Friday, March 16, 2018 at Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Andy Campbell officiating, The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Thursday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Sugar Creek Cemetery . Memorials are requested to the Missouri Valley Baptist Church, or the Frake’s Memorial Scholarship fund in care of the Rupp Funeral Home. The family wishes to thank Freudenthal Home Health care, and the Three Rivers Hospice group for the excellent care of our parents. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Glenn M. Korthanke
1923-2018

HIAWATHA – Korthanke, Glenn M.

94, passed away Monday, March 12, 2018. He was born November 15, 1923 to F.P. and Elizabeth (Lynd) Korthanke in Robinson, KS and had lived in the Robinson-Hiawatha areas all of his life. Glenn graduated from Hiawatha High School with the class of 1942 then continued to farm with his father until he joined the Navy in 1944. After the war he returned to the Robinson area to farm and raise cattle.

He married Bessie Bryant in Wetmore on September 10, 1949. They lived on a farm north of Robinson for many years before moving to Hiawatha.

Glenn enjoyed baseball, hunting, and fishing. After Glenn retired from farming he continued to hunt and fish. He loved his beagles. He also learned to make wine, his favorite being elderberry.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Bessie; daughter, Connie; and siblings, Robert Korthanke and Dorothy Kennedy.

Glenn is survived by his children, Dennis (LuAnn) Korthanke, Thomas Korthanke, Jere (Joan) Korthanke, and Susan (Duane) Billinger; siblings, Philip Korthanke and Betty Jo Burris; [6] grandchildren; and [13] great-grandchildren.

Glenn has left instructions for his children. He requested a gathering where friends and family can attend, celebrate his life and share their memories. This will be an informal festive gathering from 4:00 to 7:00pm, Friday, March 23, 2018 at The Hiawatha Country Club.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Kansas Honor Flight which may be sent in care of the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, 124 S 7th St., Hiawatha, KS 66434. Online contributions may be sent to: www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com.

David Bruce Cadle
1962-2018

David Bruce Cadle 55, of St. Joseph, passed away Wednesday March 14, 2018 at his residence. He was born December 27, 1962 in Santa Clara, California, son of Elizabeth & Donald Cadle. He graduated from Marceline High School. He worked at Chase Candy Company for 29 years. He served in the United States Army during the Cold War, serving a tour in Germany. David was a sports fanatic and he especially loved the K.C. Chiefs. He was a true and loyal friend to all and was very proud of his service to his country. David was preceded in death by his father, Donald Cadle, mother, Elizabeth Ann Cadle, brother, Frederick Cadle. He is survived by siblings, Donna Cadle, of St. Joseph, Donald Cadle, of St. Joseph, John (Rebecca) Cadle of Roy, WA, Wilma Guy of St. Joseph, and Cynthia (Rodney) Wagner of Lees Summit, MO and 5 nieces and nephews. Memorial Service will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday March 17, at the Rupp Funeral Home. Chaplain John Minton officiating. Visitation will be prior to service from 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm on Saturday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Mr. Cadle will be cremated under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. Memorials are requested to the David Cadle Memorial Fund, c/o Rupp Funeral Home.

Leonard Marsh Rush
1946-2018

Leonard Marsh Rush, 71, was mercifully released from his hard fought battle with behavior variant frontal temporal dementia on March 14, 2018 to be with his Lord Jesus. Leonard was born May 31, 1946 to Joe and Wilma Rush (both deceased) and grew up on the family farm outside of Severance, KS. He was quite an athlete and was very involved in sports throughout his time in Highland High School and Highland Community College. He held several records and still holds a record for the low hurdles. He earned his Associates degree and married his bride of 50 years, Sue (who survives), on June 7, 1967. Leonard went to Mid-Continent Aviation School of Aeronautics and became an aircraft structural repair specialist. Upon graduation they moved to Florida and he was employed at Pratt Whitney Aircraft as a journeyman experimental machinist where he worked with many varieties of “unknown” metals with extreme tolerances. He made a part under heavy security that was used for the space shuttle. He then became a journeyman lineman and worked for Florida Power and Light and then Kansas Power and Light. His Dad asked him to come back to the family farm. He worked 19 years for his Dad on the farm and supplemented his income by working for Midwest Grain Products in Atchison for those same 19 years. Upon the death of his father, Leonard continued farming full time until his dementia made it impossible. Leonard always had a love for horses and dabbled in all things horses. He was a generous man. He helped many people pay for groceries and gave away many a hog he had raised for food for others in exchange for their help butchering them. He would give you the shirt off his back if he knew you needed it. He loved to have someone with him to talk to and he always dreamed big. Fishing was lifelong hobby and it was a good trip if he got his “walking fish”. He was a proud father to six children: Teresa (Marty) Scheuerman of Severance, KS; Tami Sue Rush (deceased); Tisha (Tom) Sledd, New Castle, IN; Toby (JoAnna) Rush, Roeland Park, KS; Tonya (Jason) Grider, Halstead, KS; and Tara (Brian) Stevens, Palmyra, MO. He was the proud Papa of 14 grandchildren: Josiah, Courtney, Derek, Scott, Joel, Grayson, Doug, Matthew, Brayden, Ethan, Hunter, Daylen, Jasmine, and Isaiah. He is survived by his sisters Doris (JC) Underwood, Mullinville, KS and Lois Davis, Brainerd, MN and his brother, Craig Rush, Hiawatha, KS. His other siblings Merle Olds and Virgil Rush predecease him. Memorials can be sent to the organization of your choice. Leonard was always touched by the children with cleft palates so you can also remember him by donating to Operation Smile or Smile Train. Friends may call the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Highland from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Monday, March 19, 2018. The family will receive friends Tuesday morning March 20, 2018 from 9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Highland.

William “Bill” Robert Lear
1923-2018

William Robert (Bill) Lear passed away peacefully surrounded by family on March 15, 2018 at Maple Heights in Hiawatha, Kansas. Bill was born in Highland, Kansas on January 21, 1923. His parents were the late Maurine (Nanny) Collins Lear and Charles (Bud) Lear, formerly of White Cloud, Kansas. Bill was the youngest of four children and preceded in death by his brother Nelson Lear and his two sisters, Dorothy Sylten and Eloise Foster.
The Lears moved to Hiawatha when Bill was a boy and he attended Hiawatha High School, graduating with the class of 1942. He played left tackle for the high school football team, had a paper route and a prized Model T that he said “was usually packed with kids!”
Bill attended Highland Community College until 1943 when was he drafted into the Army with the 8th Armored Division and sent to Camp Polk, Louisiana. His true desire was to be a pilot and he was accepted to Air Force pilot and officer training in Florida. With the need for more ground troops during the end stages of WWII, Bill’s entire class was washed out two weeks prior to graduation and he was reassigned to the Army as a private.
In January 1945 on his 22nd birthday, Bill was sent to serve with the 261st Infantry Regiment, 65th Infantry Division at Camp Lucky Strike during the Battle of the Bulge in France. He never spoke of his service until later in life, but it was a source of great pride to him and his family that he had served his country with honor during WWII. He was privileged to be recognized for his service with the Brown County WWII Honor Flight in Washington, DC in 2009.
Returning to Hiawatha after the war, he married the love of his life Mary Helen (Corky) Koehler from Seneca Kansas in 1947. They started their life together in Hiawatha where Bill worked with his dad at the Lear Motor Company. Bill and Corky were married for 67 years prior to her death in 2014. He always liked to joke that “the Army discharged him, but Corky never did!”
Bill remained in the automotive business his entire life, and while their first years were spent in Hiawatha, there were many subsequent moves to Texas, Wyoming, Arizona and Missouri. Finally, in 2002 they came full circle back to Hiawatha where they spent their final years.
Bill is survived by his beloved dog Dollie as well as his four children Bobbi (Jack) Tull, Debbie (Dave) Wilson, Bill (Patty) Lear, and Mary Kay (Larry) Prior, his ten grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren who he always said he loved “more than all the cows in Texas.” Grandpa Bill was a skilled craftsman and his family benefitted from his treasured handmade wooden wagons, toys, clocks and furniture. He will be greatly missed and remembered with love. The family will hold a private graveside memorial service at a later date. In honor of Bill’s love of dogs, the family is making a donation in his name to the Brown County Humane Society.

Andrew Lee Meyerdirk
1992-2018

Andrew Lee Meyerdirk 25, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, March 14, 2018. He was born November 22, 1992 in St. Joseph, MO., and attended Lafayette High School then worked at Speedy’s convience stores as a cashier. He enjoyed fishing, playing video games, motorcycles, and working on cars. Andrew was preceded in death by paternal grandfather, Bob Zuchowski. Survivors include, parents: Gloria & Mark Amos, father, William “Willie” Gilbert, and step mother Blanche Gilbert all of St. Joseph, maternal grandparents, Larry & Kathy Meyerdirk, maternal great grandmother, Viola Meyerdirk, Stewartsville, MO, paternal grandparents, Leonard & Joyce Amos, Saint Joseph, MO, paternal grandparents, Dick (Libby) Gilbert, Union Star, MO, paternal grandmother, Patricia Zuchowski, brothers, Mark Amos Jr. of Greer, SC, and Nathan Amos, St. Joseph, MO, sister, Destiny Gilbert, St. Joseph, MO, and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Funeral services: 10:00 am, Monday, March 19, 2018 at Rupp Funeral Home, Fr. Evan Harkins Celebrant. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Sunday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the Andrew Meyerdirk memorial fund in care of the Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Michael Joseph Hein
1947-2018

Michael J. Hein, 71, joined his Savior Jesus in heaven, Thursday, March 15, 2018 at his home in Atchison, KS.

Memorial services will be at 2 p.m., Saturday, March 24, 2018 at Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Sunset Memory Gardens Cemetery, Atchison. Family will received visitors from 12:30-2 p.m. the same day. The family requests that memorial donations in honor of Mike be made to CRU (Campus Crusade for Christ), and sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences and memories to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Mike was born on January 19, 1947 in Kansas City, MO, the son of Edwin and Mildred (Heggy) Hein. He attended schools in Merriam and Overland Park, KS, graduating from Shawnee Mission North High School in 1966. He received his Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Kansas in 1972. Later he earned a Master of Divinity degree from Columbia International University (previously Columbia Biblical Seminary) in 1988.

Mike used his engineering skills for thirty years at nuclear and coal-fired power plants around the nation. He helped to design the electrical system at Iatan Power Generating Station.

In 2001 he began a new career as a missionary in Romania where he taught at the Bucharest Baptist Seminary, at various churches, and in his home, emphasizing the strategic utility of small group development for church planting, evangelism and discipleship. He retired in 2011 and made his home in Atchison where he was involved in Bible studies and local politics.

Mike and the former Cherie Shuck were married on December 30, 1972. She survives of the home. Together they raised four children, moved from power plant to power plant, and served as missionaries, enjoying travel to many international destinations.

Mike loved Jesus. And he told nearly everyone he met that they needed Jesus to go to heaven. There will be a lot of people in heaven who welcome him because he told them how to meet Jesus, the One who had made a way for them to be in heaven. He often quoted Jesus from Revelations 3:20: “Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in.” Mike would want you to open the door of your heart to Jesus and join Him in heaven.

Mike is survived by his wife of 45 years, a brother, Robert Hein, and by four children: David (Susan) Hein-Griggs of Exeter, England; Sarah (Michael) Wilson of Atchison; Becky (Bill) King of Russellville, AR; and Jeff Hein of Augusta, GA, and twelve grandchildren: Isabella, Thomas, Rachel, and Elena Hein-Griggs; Benjamin, Timothy, Michaela, and Isaac Wilson; Abigail King; Corey and Arianna Hein and Jeremy Blacha.

He was preceded in death by his parents and by a brother, Ed Hein.

Mary Helen Norris
1933-2018

Mary Helen Norris 84, died Thursday, March 15, 2018 in St. Joseph, MO. Born August 13, 1933, Utica, MO. Preceded in death by parents, and a brother. Survivors include daughter, Melanie Norris and granddaughter, Lauren Stanislaus. Cremation under the care and direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. There are no scheduled visitation or memorial services at this time. Memorials are requested to the Mary Norris Memorial Fund in care of the Rupp Funeral Home.

Marvin Glenn Miller
1958-2018

Marvin Glenn Miller 59, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Friday, March 16, 2018 at Mosaic Life Care Hospital. He was born December 19, 1958 in St. Joseph, Missouri, son of the late Sylvia Lewis Miller. He loved to run, take the kids to the park and swimming. He also enjoyed mushroom hunting, the outdoors, and volunteering at the Second Harvest Food Bank. Marvin was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Howard and Norman Miller, sisters, Sylvia Ione, Norma Miller, and Alice Croner, and a son, Jayson Miller. Survivors include fiance’, Marcella Cunningham of the home, daughter, Amber Miller, sisters, Iva Lukehart, Evelyn McGlothlin and Ava Matthews all of St. Joseph, MO, a grandchild, and 2 step grandchildren, Dakota and Daiton. He will be cremated under the care and direction of the Rupp Funeral Home.

Vivian Mary Swanson
1924-2018

Vivian Mary Swanson 93, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Friday, March 16, 2018 at Mosaic Life Care Hospital. She was born June 3, 1924 in St. Joseph, Missouri, daughter of the late Lilly “Grace” & Andrew Holtsclaw. She attended Lafayette High School, and she was a homemaker and worked with her husband as a farm wife since 1948. She was a member of Sparta United Methodist Church St. Joseph, MO. Vivian was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Wayne Swanson, sisters, Bessie M. Miller and Lois Kathleen Holtsclaw, brothers, Andrew Holtsclaw, Jr., Floyd Holtsclaw, Thomas Holtsclaw, and Frank Holtsclaw. She is survived by son, Stephen Wayne Swanson, Saint Joseph, MO, a sister, Norma Jean Libby, Saint Joseph, MO, granddaughter, Lindsey (Steve) Steiner, grandson, Josh (Katie) Swanson, and 6 great grandchildren, as well as several nieces and nephews. Memorial Services Saturday, March 31, 2018 at 10:30 am at the Sparta United Methodist Church. Inurnment to follow at the Sparta Cemetery. She will be cremated under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. Memorials are requested in lieu of flowers to the Sparta United Methodist Church or the Open Door Food Kitchen.

Hilda Marie Sinker
1925-2018

RAYMORE, Mo. Hilda Marie (Dalsing) Sinker, passed away March 16, 2018, in the home of her family in Raymore.

She was born September 21, 1925. She and Ted lived near Sparks, Kansas, where they farmed for 41 years.

She was preceded by: daughter, Tedde; husband, Theodore.

She was survived by: sons Larry and Franke; and twins, Toni and Tami; grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Visitation: 10 a.m. immediately followed by the service, Tuesday, March 20, at Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Wathena, Kansas.

Robert Smith
1946-2018

TROY, KS – Robert Smith, 71, of Troy, Kansas died Saturday, March 17, 2018 at a Kansas City, Kansas hospital.

Bob was born on April 21, 1946 in rural Troy, Kansas to Bert and Vivian (Degolyer) Smith. He was a lifelong resident of Troy. Bob worked for Nestle’s in St. Joseph and retired from Gray Manufacturing in 2012.

He was a member of the Troy Christian Church, Doniphan County Historical Society and served in the Troy National Guard all of Troy, Kansas

Bob married Debbie Clary on April 13, 1969 in Troy. She survives of the home.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Mark Smith.

Additional survivors include

his 2 sons; Shawn Smith and Rustin (Marcola) Smith both of Kansas City, Missouri

4 grandchildren; Kamryn, Jacob, Rock and Jet Smith

Brothers; Roger (Carol) Smith of St. Joseph, Missouri

Marvin “Corky”(Carol) Smith and George (Nancy) Smith both of Troy

Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

FUNERAL: Wednesday, March 21, 2018 – 10:30 A.M.
At: Troy Christian Church in Troy, Kansas
Burial: Iola Cemetery south of Sparks, Kansas where there will be a flag folding ceremony under the auspices of the Troy American Legion Post #55
Visitation: family will receive friends Tuesday evening 6-8 at the church.
Memorials: either the Troy Ambulance Fund or Doniphan County Historical Society

Jessie Louise Vandeloo (Armstrong)
1919-2018

Jessie Louise Vandeloo, 99, of Atchison, KS died on Sat. March 17, 2018 at the Gran Villas, Atchison.
Funeral services will be 11:00 AM on Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at the Becker Dyer Stanton Funeral Home with Rev. Craig A. Lantz officiating. Burial will follow in the Sunset Memory Gardens, Atchison. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 pm on Tuesday, March 20th at the funeral home. Memorial contribution ‘s are suggested to the Atchison Hospital Hospice or St. Mark’s Lutheran Church and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Jessie was born on Feb. 26, 1919 in Bendena, KS the daughter of John and Leatha (Myers) Armstrong. She graduated from Bendena High School in 1937 and worked for a short time as a cook for Central School. Jessie retired after 25 years as a clerk and service manager for the local Sear’s Store. She was a member of the St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, the Meadowlark Club and enjoyed fishing, farming and riding horses. She received her wish to ride a horse again at the age of 97 and was featured in a Globe article about that experience provided for her by the Atchison Hospital Hospice.

She was married to Harold J. Vandeloo on Jan. 11, 1940 in Bendena, KS. Mr. Vandeloo preceded her in death on Jan 2, 1996. Survivors include two sons, Harold L.(Mary) Vandeloo, Atchison, KS, Charles E. (Pam) Vandeloo, Utica, NE, a daughter, Sharon L. Krick, Knox, IN, eight grandchildren, fifteen great grandchildren and eight great great grandchildren. Her parents, husband, and a sister, Ruby Handke, preceded her in death.

Lloyd L. Hamilton
1924-2018

WATHENA,KS Lloyd L. Hamilton, 93, of Wathena, Kansas died Saturday, March 3, 2018.

Lloyd was born on October 18, 1924 in Holdrege, Nebraska to James F. and Ruth (Young) Hamilton. Lloyd served in the U.S. Navy during WWII. He and his wife lived all of their married life in Wathena where Lloyd worked for and retired from the Union Pacific Railroad.

Lloyd married Emma Bowen in 1949 in Troy, Kansas. She preceded him in death on May 11, 2008. He was also preceded by his parents.

Lloyd is survived by 2 daughters; Mary Margaret Wood of Raytown, Missouri;
Billie Marie Davies of Belle Plaine, Iowa;
5 grandchildren.

FUNERAL: Thursday, March 8, 2018 – 2:00 P.M.

At: Harman Rohde Funeral Home in Wathena

Burial: Bellemont Cemetery in Wathena where there will be a flag folding ceremony under the auspices of the American Post #161 in Wathena.

Visitation: family will receive friends 1 hour prior to the funeral Thursday (1-2 PM) at the funeral home.

Memorials: Wathena EMS

Doris Ellen Shelton
1927-2018

Doris Shelton 90, of Saint Joseph, passed away Sunday, March 4, 2018 in Saint Joseph. She was born September 8, 1927 in DeKalb, MO, daughter of Lucille and Paul Sharp. She graduated from DeKalb High School class of 1948. She enjoyed Crocheting, scrap booking, and spending time with family. She was a member of and DeKalb Christian Church. Doris was preceded in death by father, Paul Henderson Sharp, mother, Lucille A. Sharp, brother, Jim Sharp, granddaughter, Julie Shelton and husband James M. Shelton. Survivors include, sister, Eunice McConnell of Independence, MO, step daughter, Mary (David) Guethle, daughter, Lois Ohlensehlen of Saint Joseph, son, James Edward (JoAnna) Shelton of DeKalb, daughter, Laura Shelton (Scott Denlinger) of Lancaster, PA; grandsons, Bryan Ohlensehlen, Dustin Ohlensehlen, Mike Shelton, Eric (Chelsee) Shelton, Nicholas Denlinger, Andreas Denlinger and 9 Great-Grandchildren.

Funeral services will be 10:00 am, Saturday, March 10, 2018 at Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor David Jordan 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 Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the DeKalb Christian Church

Marion L. Mihelich
1938-2018

Marion L. Mihelich 79, of St. Joseph, Missouri was called home on March 4, 2018. She had a strong faith in the Lord, with whom she is now celebrating in all his love and glory. She was born to the late Cecil and Fern Baker on December 2, 1938 in St. Joseph, MO. She was a 1956 graduate of Lafayette High School and she worked at Westab, in St. Joseph. She became a child care provider out of her home while being a full-time mom to her three children and wife to her husband of 50 years. She later worked as a Pre-Kindergarten teacher at Wyatt Park Baptist Church, from which she retired. She married Stephen Mihelich on August 5, 1967, and he survives of the home. She dearly loved her family and cherished all the children that passed through her life. She enjoyed bowling in her younger years and was an avid reader. She had a talent for drawing and crafting. Marion was preceded in death by her parents. Survivors include, daughters, Paula Mihelich, St. Joseph, MO, and Becky (Tommy) Burkhart, Cameron, MO, son, Joe Mihelich, St. Joseph, MO, grandchildren: Dylan Westcott, Gracie White, Devon Burkhart, Haylie Brown, Ryan Burkhart, Trevor Burkhart, Hannah Burkhart, and Wyatt Burkhart, 5 great grandchildren, sisters, Joyce Richardson, St. Joseph, MO, and Carol Lough, Corpus Christie, TX. and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: 10:00 am, Thursday, March 8, 2018 at Rupp Funeral Home. 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

John Wayne Bailey
1935-2018

John Wayne Bailey, 82, of Rushville, MO, passed away Wednesday, February 28, 2018 at his home in Branson, MO.

Funeral service will be 2:00 PM, Friday, March 9, 2018 at the Eastside Baptist Church, St. Joseph, MO, with Rev. Larry Lindsey officiating. Burial will follow at Sugar Creek Cemetery, Rushville, MO. Family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 PM on Thursday, March 8, 2018 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, Atchison, KS. Memorials are suggested to Eastside Baptist Church, St. Joseph, MO and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www.beckerdyer.com.

John was born December 7, 1935, in Kansas City, MO, the son of Bernard and Ruth (Pitts) Bailey. He lived most of his life on the family farm in Rushville, MO. Out of high school, he joined the United States Air Force and served our country for twenty years and retired. John then worked for three different railroads and retired. He was a member of Eastside Baptist Church in St. Joseph, MO. John loved hunting and fishing and taking care of the family farm in Rushville.

John married Patricia Brown mother of his six children in 1954, he married Gloria Helphrey in 1984, she preceded him in death in 2015, he married Renita Brewer in 2016, and she survives of the home. Additional survivors include four sons, Rickey and Carol Bailey, Bernard and Mary Bailey, of Rushville, MO, John Phillip and Barbara Bailey, Lindsey and Jill Bailey, of St. Joseph, MO, step-son Timothy Helphrey, Branson, MO, a sister, Judy Myscofski, Atchison, KS, fifteen grandchildren twenty-six great grandchildren and two nephews.

He was also preceded in death by his parents, daughters, Donna Bailey, Virginia Rose Bailey and an infant brother.

Norman Lewis Miller
1945-2018

Norman Lewis Miller 73, of Saint Joseph, Missouri died Sunday March 4, 2018 in Saint Joseph. Born January 3, 1945, St. Joseph, Missouri son of the late Sylvia & Lewis Miller. He owned an Antique store, and worked at Crown delivery, and was a painter. He was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Marie Miller, son, Tony Miller, brother, Howard Miller, sisters, Sylvia Ione, Norma Miller, and Alice Croner. Survivors: sons, Tim and Ricky Miller, 7 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, brother, Marvin Miller of St. Joseph, MO, sisters, Iva (Corky) Lukehart, Ava Matthews, and Evelyn McGlothlin. He will be cremated under the care and direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. Memorials are requested to the Norman Miller Memorial fund in care of the Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

Charles Francis Bennett
1928-2018

Charles Francis Bennett 89, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away, Monday, March 5, 2018 in Saint Joseph, MO. He was born November 26, 1928 in Halls, MO, son of the late Effie (Ebling) and Omar Bennett. Charles married Erma A. Hawkins, on February 23, 1946, they were married 52 years, and she preceded him in death in 1998. He was also preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Elmer, Virgil, and Elbert Bennett, sisters, Ora Conley, and Flora Jordan, half sister, Viola Brecheisen, and son in law Steve Baber. Survivors include daughters, Dimple (Tim) Purvis, Diana (Artie) Wright, and Debi Baber (Charles Noland), brother-in-law, Farold Jordan, Charlene Brunk his companion of 13 years, 7 grandchildren: LaRae Bird, Niche Dorrel, Casey Fry, Rebecca Smith, Charles Linville, Jay Baber, and Nathan Wright, 15 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great grandchildren. Graveside funeral services and interment will be conducted on Friday, March 9, 2018 at 11:00 am, at the Memorial Park Cemetery. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Eleanor M. Sadowski
1928-2018

HOLTON – Eleanor M. Sadowski, 89, of Holton, died Tuesday, March 6, 2018 at her daughter’s home.

She was born November 7, 1928 in Newton, the daughter of Cecil and Velna Cummings McFarlane. She graduated from Newton High School in 1947.

Eleanor was a member of St. Dominic Catholic Church in Holton, the Altar Society at the church, a former member of the Mary Ann Circle, and had sang in the church choir. She had been a Girl Scout and a Boy Scout Leader.

She married Gerald J. “Coach” Sadowski on December 14, 1947 at Newton. He died January 22, 1998.

Eleanor was also preceded in death by a daughter, Janet Meier, a son, Bryan Sadowski, a granddaughter, Jamie Lee Sadowski, three brothers, K.C. McFarlane, Jack McFarlane and Jim McFarlane, and a sister, Katherine Brown.

Survivors include three sons, Gary Sadowski (Mindy) and Tim Sadowski (Linda G.), all of Emporia, and Stan Sadowski (Brenda), Ozawkie; five daughters, Linda Sadowski, Silver Lake, Sandra Sadowski (Max), Topeka, and Marie Katz (Dave), Kathy Morris (Bruce) and Marsha Taylor (Larry), all of Holton; two sisters, Ann Brooks, Newton and Betty Jo Gheen, in California; twenty-one grandchildren and twenty-one great grandchildren.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, March 10th at St. Dominic Catholic Church. Burial will follow in Mt. Calvary Cemetery at Holton. Eleanor will lie in state Friday at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Holton where a Parish Rosary will be prayed at 6:30 p.m., followed by visitation until 8:00 p.m. Memorials are suggested to the Johnson Cancer Research at KSU, and may be sent in care of the funeral home, P.O. Box 1034, Holton, 66436.

Velma T. Miller
1912-2018

Velma Miller, 105, of Atchison, KS, passed away Tuesday, March 06, 2018, at the Atchison Senior Village.
Funeral service will be 10:00 AM, Monday, March 12, 2018 at the Cummings Christian Church, with Rev. Jim Cormode officiating. Burial will follow at Round Mound Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to Round Mound Cemetery 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.
Velma was born December 27, 1912 in Holdenville, OK, the daughter of John and Ida (Carney) Talley. She was a seamstress. Velma enjoyed reading her bible, quilting and baking for people.
Survivors include two daughters; Norma Conner, Payson, AZ, Karen Barber, Atchison, KS, eight grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by her parents, a son Bill Miller, seven brothers, six sisters and two sons-in-law, John Barber and Burt Conner.

James J.B. Goss
1926-2018

TROY,KANSAS James J.B. Goss, 91, of Troy, Kansas passed away Wednesday, March 7, 2018.

J.B. was born on October 21, 1926 in Troy, Kansas to Harry B. and Bessie (Smith) Goss.

He is a member of the St. John’s Lutheran Church in Bendena, Kansas, American Legion Post #55 and Masonic Lodge #55 both of Troy and the Moila Shrine Temple of St. Joseph, Missouri. J.B. worked for the Postal Service as a clerk for 44 years.

J.B. married Anna Gotti on November 23, 1950 in Salina, Kansas. She survives of the home.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Edward Goss and two sisters, Elanore “Susie” Cassel and Doris Grigsby.

Survivors include his children; son, Timothy Goss (Kelley), Troy, Kansas.

Daughter, Julie Parks (Chris), Troy, Kansas.

Grandchildren, Andrew Goss, Joseph and Abigail Parks

Nieces and nephews

FUNERAL: 10:30 A.M. Monday, March12, 2018.

At: St. John’s Lutheran Church in Bendena, Kansas.

Burial: Moray Cemetery, Bendena, Kansas where there will be Military Honors under the auspices of the Troy American Legion Post #55 and Masonic service under the auspices of A.F.& A.M. Masonic Lodge Post #55 of Troy.

Visitation: family will receive friends from 3-5 P.M. Sunday at the Harman Rohde Funeral Home in Troy. Friends may call after 2 P.M. Saturday.

Memorials: either the St. John’s Lutheran Church or Alzheimer’s Association.

www.harmanrohde.com

Michael E. Nolan
1975-2018

Michael E. Nolan 42, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Friday March 2, 2018 in Saint Joseph. He was born April 13, 1975 in St. Joseph, Missouri. He worked at Missouri American Walnut. He enjoyed fishing, helping others, and he had a huge heart but not enough to share with everyone. Michael was preceded in death by his sisters, Stephanie Nolan, and Cindy. Survivors include mother, Jesse Nolan, father, Michael Tracy both of St. Joseph, MO, daughters, Ashlan Brown, and Precious Tracy, grandchildren, Karston, De’Karah, and Zaye, brothers, Steve and Rick Nolan, sisters, Jonna Nolan, and Robin Collings. Memorial service: 2:00pm Monday, March 12, 2018 Rupp Funeral Home. He will be cremated under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

David Alan Krull
1935-2018

David Alan Krull 83, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Tuesday March 6, 2018 at Mosaic Life Care hospital. He was born January 1, 1935 in St. Joseph, Missouri son of the late Anna & Julius Krull. He married Leonida “Lonnie” Hayes Krull on February 4, 1956, and she survives of the home. He graduated from Benton High School class of 1953 and worked at Polsky Motors as a Service Technician. He liked working on everything, particularly cars, and restored his old Ford truck, he was a handyman and enjoyed music and classic movies.

He was a member of , and Southside Congregation. David was preceded in death by his father, Julius Krull, mother, Anna Krull, Infant Sister. He is survived by wife, Leonida “Lonnie” Irene Krull of St. Joseph, MO, daughter, Cherie (Michael) Johnston of Sonora, CA, son, Greg (Angie) Krull of St. Joseph, MO, son, John (Cindy) Krull of St. Joseph, MO, grandson, Mike Krull of SD, grandson, Mark (Sierra) Krull of St. Joseph, MO, granddaughter, Hillari Krull of St. Joseph, MO, grandson, Rob (Michelle) Krull of Overland Park, KS. He will be cremated under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

Jeffery Clay Nowak
1963-2018

Jeffery Clay Nowak 54, of DeKalb, Missouri, passed away Monday February 26, 2018 at the Northcare hospice house, KC. MO. He was born October 19, 1963 in De Kalb, Missouri son of Patricia Clinton Nowak. He married Kim Jenkins Nowak in June , 1988 and she survives of the home. He worked at Prime Tanning 28 years, and Silgan Containers 10 years, Jeffery enjoyed anything to do with working with his hands, working on motors, and working with his cattle. Jeffery was preceded in death by his mother Patricia Nowak, and brother, Tim Nowak. Survivors include wife Kim Nowak of the home, father, Clinton Nowak, DeKalb, daughter, Lacie Hysten, Washington, D.C., son, Jeffery Shane Nowak, DeKalb, MO, granddaughter, Ashtyn Nowak, brothers, Clinton “Rocky” Nowak Jr., Russell Nowak, Gary Nowak, and Billy Nowak all of DeKalb, MO. A Celebration of Life Service will be at 6:00 P.M. Thursday, March 1, 2018 at DeKalb Christian Church, 301 Main Street, DeKalb, Missouri 64440, Pastor Pat Sampson officiating. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

Jerry Randolph Holt
1945-2018

Jerry Randolph Holt 72, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away peacefully, Sunday, February 25, 2018 at Mosaic Lifecare hospital with his family by his side. He was born and raised on a farm June 4, 1945 in West Plains, MO. He moved to St Joseph in 1962, and married Jeanneta Smith on July 6, 1963, and she survives of the home. He was an over-the-road truck driver for Beatty’s and Missouri Pacific Truck Line until 1974 when he purchased the old Rialto Theatre which he refurbished as a bar and restaurant, Holt’s Place, the Friendly Place, retiring in 2005 for health reasons. In 1985 he opened and operated Holt’s Hall until 1990. He was a Little League coach for many years, an avid gardener and a farmer and lover of people at heart. He was a life long member of King Hill Masonic Lodge #376 A.F. & A. M. He was a Deacon and Director of the B-men at Faith United Baptist Church. Jerry was preceded in death by father, Earl Holt, mother, Gladys Pearl Uber, nephew, J.R. Talley, and brother-in-law, Vernon Reynolds. Survivors include, wife, Jeanetta Holt of the home. son, Darrin Holt, St. Joseph, MO, daughter, Dana (Bert) Frost, Chicago, IL, sisters, Brenda Kaye Holt, St. Louis, MO, and Evelyn Earline Reynolds, Springfield, MO, granchildren: Jared (Debren) Holt, Abigail Frost, Kathleen Frost, Coquise Frost, Bruno Frost, Esther Frost, Josh Rocha, and Barry Chad, great-grandchildren, Hudson Holt, Marah Rocha, Nico Rocha.

Funeral services: 11:00 am, Saturday, March 3, 2018 at Faith United Baptist Church, Pastor Jim Longe officiating, The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Friday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Bethel Cemetery. Memorials are requested in lieu of flowers to the Faith United Baptist Church. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Delbert Ray Fletcher
1948-2018

Delbert Ray Fletcher 69, of Gower, Missouri, passed away Monday, February 26, 2018 in Liberty, MO. He was born June 19, 1948 in St. Joseph, MO, son of the late Ruth and George Fletcher. He served in the Marines and is a veteran of the Vietnam War. He worked at Quaker Oats as a Truck Loader. He was a Life Member of the VFW post #6760, the NRA, and the American Legion post #359. Delbert was preceded in death by his parents, daughter, and Stacy Jo Jones Fletcher. Survivors include, wife, Beverly Fletcher of the home, daughter, Tammy Rae Fletcher, Kansas City, MO, son, Paul McQuiston, Savannah, MO, and daughter, Tammy May Young, Plattsburg, MO, 14 Grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, brother, Dale Fletcher, St. Joseph, MO, and sisters, Betty Lou Dunlap, Raytown, MO, and Barbara (Steven) Brightman, Polo, MO. Funeral services: 10:00 am, Thursday, March 1, 2018 at Rupp Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM on Thursday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Blakely Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the VFW Post 6760. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Randy Joe Weda
1952-2018

Randy Joe Weda, 65, of Reserve died Sunday evening, February 25, 2018 at his home.

Randy was born November 8, 1952 in West Palm Beach, FL to Joseph and Donna Long Weda.

He graduated from Hiawatha High School with the class of 1971.

Randy worked for Ag Partners in Hiawatha from 1992 to 2015. He worked the last 3 years for Berwick Co-op oil Company as a driver for fuel and propane until his health failed. Randy enjoyed riding his motorcycle with his friends.

He is survived by his sister, Gail Weda of Reserve, KS.

Randy was preceded in death by his parents

Vera Jo Harnish
1923-2018

Vera Jo Harnish, 94, of Hiawatha died Wednesday evening, January 24th, 2018, at the Maple Heights Nursing Home in Hiawatha, where she was a resident.

Vera Jo was born November 9, 1923, at her parents’ home in Salemsborg, Kansas with the assistance of her two grandmothers. She graduated from Smolan High School May 1941. Following high school she entered nurses training at Asbury Protestant Hospital Salina, Kansas and received her registered nursing degree in January 1945. As a nurse, Vera Jo worked 40 years as a surgical, obstetrical, pediatric, evening supervisor, industrial, public health and school nurse.

In 1946, she married Frank Huna who died suddenly in 1950. Following his death she met and married Eugene Harnish February 18, 1951 in Valeda, Kansas. After living many places, they moved to Hiawatha in 2000 and had celebrated 60 years of marriage prior to Eugene’s death.

Throughout Vera Jo’s life she volunteered multiple places and participated in various church and Tri Sigma activities since retiring from nursing. Most recently she was an active member of Zion Lutheran Church, Hiawatha, Kansas.

Vera Jo was preceded in death by her parents, Carl Nelson and Margarite Drevits-Nelson, husband Eugene and sister Carol. She is survived by her brother in law Art Harnish and wife Shirley, cousins, numerous nieces and nephews and great and great-great nieces and nephews.

She and Eugene had no children but enjoyed their cats and dogs and babysitting some delightful children.

Memorial services are planned for 10:30 a.m. Monday, March 5, at the Zion Lutheran Church in Hiawatha, with Reverend Michael Dunaway and Reverend Sean Kilgo will officiate. Inurnment will follow at the Mt. Hope Cemetery, Hiawatha.

Memorial contributions will be made to Maple Heights in care of Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, 124 S 7th St, Hiawatha 66434.

Pamela Sue Pickerell
1954-2018

Pamela Sue (Hull) Pickerell, 63, Troy, passed away February 28, 2018 surrounded by her family at Mosaic Life Care in Saint Joseph, MO. She was born May 26, 1954 in St. Joseph, MO, the daughter of Hillman and Grace (Wiedmer) Hull.

Pam graduated from Troy High School in 1972 and Highland Community College in 1974 with an Associate of Science. She lived her whole life in the Troy community. She worked as a billing clerk at Doniphan Electric for 42 years.

She grew up and was baptized at the Burr Oak Baptist Church. She and her family were lifelong members of Troy Christian Church.

Pam married Jim Pickerell on September 13, 1975 in Troy at the Troy Baptist Church. He survives of the home. Other survivors include a son, Jared Pickerell of Troy; a daughter, Jena Williams (Tyler) of Hiawatha. Father, Hillman Hull of Troy, Brother, David Hull of Troy. She was preceded in death by her mother, Grace Hull.

Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, March 3, 2018, at Troy Christian Church in Troy, Kansas.

Visitation will be held at 6-8 Friday evening at the church. Friends may call after 9 A.M. Friday at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Troy, Kansas.
Interment: Fanning Cemetery, Fanning, Kansas.

Memorials may be made to Troy Ambulance Fund, Troy Christian Church, or Flaming Spirit Camp.

Guy Blasing
1948-2018

Guy “Sniffles” Winston Blasing 70, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Saturday February 10, 2018 in Saint Joseph. He was born January 18, 1948 in Oakland, California. He served in the United States Military, and was a loved and respected Brother of the Forever Americans Riding Club for 3 years. He enjoyed riding and having fun. Guy was preceded in death by his father, Warner Moller, mother, Jane Eleanor Blasing, daughter, Samantha, and brother, Donnie. He will be missed and never forgotten, by his fellow members, the Wicked Sisters Ladies Riding Club, and his friend Amy Stafford, and his best friend Steve Monroe. The family will receive friends from 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm on Friday, with a funeral service to follow starting at 2:00 PM at the Rupp Funeral Home, Rev. James Kerns officiating. Burial will be at the Leavenworth National Cemetery at a later date. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

Bobby G. Selman
1934-2018

Bobby G. Selman, 83, passed away on February 28, 2018, in Hiawatha, KS.

Bobby was born November 22, 1934, in New Castle, IN, to Francis Selman Sr. and Dorothy Jordan Selman. He was one of ten children.

Bobby grew up in Hiawatha where he graduated from high school in 1953. He met his future bride, Beverly Morton, through one of his younger sisters. They were wed on June 1, 1956, at the Evangelical United Brethren Church in Hiawatha. Together they had two sons, Mike and Kevin.

Bobby enjoyed making mechanical things work. He loved to find cars, motorcycles, lawn mowers, etc. and fix them. It was more than a hobby. During high school he started working as a mechanic in Donny Martin’s local garage. From there he went on to work at the International Harvester Company Implement and Tractor dealership of Hiawatha starting in 1953. He worked his way up to Service Manager, a position he held until it closed in 1986. He enjoyed his work colleagues and especially enjoyed joining in on many a practical joke. After IHC closed, he went to work for Steve’s Tractor Repair from 1987 to 1988, when he retired.

Bobby believed in helping others and contributing to the community. He was active in the National Guard for 9 years. He also served on the Hiawatha Volunteer Fire Department for 23 years. He was a member of the Hiawatha Country Club and the Elks Club for many years as well. He was also a member of the First Christian Church of Hiawatha.

Bobby enjoyed the outdoors. He loved to hunt, fish and play golf. He enjoyed passing on his passions to his sons and took great joy in seeing them catch the bigger fish or bag the larger buck than he did.

As a family they frequently went camping. For many years they were part of the Traveling Tee Pee Camping Club, which regularly set up at the local lakes and State reservoirs.

He and Bev also took many trips on his motorcycle. He would plan a large looping path to cover several states. One of their favorite adventures was to drive through Colorado. After retiring he continued riding with friends often setting out to find a new lunch spot.

Since retiring, he was a regular at the local Subway morning coffee group. Sharing stories and keeping up on what was happening with the other members’ lives motivated him to get up and going every day.

Bobby loved his family and his little dog, Lizzy. He is survived by his wife, Beverly, of the home; sons Mike (Kem) of Overland Park; Kevin (Brenda) of Columbia, MO; grandson Cameron (Lori) of Marissa, IL; granddaughters Melissa (Drew) Woolery and Paige Selman all of Kansas City, MO; and one great granddaughter Audi Mae Woolery. Bobby is also survived by his two sisters, Linda Selman (Glenn) Hennigan, of Sabetha and Wanda Selman Pautz of Lincoln, NE.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers – Francis Jr., Frederick, Wesley, Everett, Charles, Larry, and his sister Rosetta Selman Gurney.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Brown County Humane Society or the First Christian Church Memorial Fund.

Services will be at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home of Hiawatha. Visitation will be 6:30- 8 p.m., Monday, March 5. Funeral services will be 11 a.m., Tuesday, March 6, 2018.

Stephen J. McCourt
1933-2018

Stephen J. McCourt, 84 of Atchison KS died on Thursday, March 1, 2018 at the Atchison Hospital.

Funeral service will be 11:00 A.M. on Monday, March 5, 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 10:00AM until time of service at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Jude’s Hospital, Parkinson’s Foundation, or Atchison Senior Village and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Stephen J. McCourt was born on March 19, 1933 in Easton, KS the son of Stephen H. and Retha Mae (Miller) McCourt. He graduated from Atchison High School in 1951. Mr. McCourt worked as a supervisor in the cleaning room at Rockwell International for 38 years retiring in March 1988. After retiring, Mr. McCourt taught welding at the NEKS Area Vo-Tech for 6 years. He was a member of the Elks, and enjoyed camping, yard work, gardening and spending time with his grandchildren.

He was married to Leanna Diffley on July 3, 1951 in Atchison, KS. Mrs. McCourt survives of the home. Additional survivors include a son Ron E. McCourt, Kearney, NE, a daughter, Debbie (Terry) Robinson, Lancaster, KS, a sister, Mary K. Lee, Easton, KS, six grandchildren, three step grandchildren, thirteen great grandchildren and seven step grandchildren. His parents, an infant daughter, Dianna Lynn McCourt, a daughter-in-law, Cindy McCourt, brother & sister in law, Jack and June Diffley and brother in law, Joe Lee preceded him in death.

Ronald Gary Reno
1941-2018

Ronald Gary Reno, 76, of Atchison, KS died on Friday, March 2, 2018 at the Atchison Hospital.
Funeral services will be 11:00 am on Tuesday, March 6, 2018 at the Trinity Lutheran Church with Rev. Robert Ziegler officiating. The body will be cremated following the service with burial of cremated remains at a later date at the Sunset Memory Gardens, Atchison, KS. The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8:00 pm on Monday, March 5, 2018 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home. Memorials are suggested to Trinity Lutheran School Grant Fund or Unleashed Pet Rescue and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com

Gary was born on July 30th, 1941 in Atchison, KS the son of Louis A. and Mildred R. (Rathert) Reno. He attended Atchison High School and had worked in various sales positions including promotional sales. He last worked as a security guard for Guard Mark. Gary was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church where he had served as an usher. He was also a member of the National Rifle Association and helped teach gun safety at the Atchison Rife Club which his father had founded. Mr. Reno enjoyed golfing, hunting and fishing with his sons, daughter and grandchildren and will be remembered by his baseball, football, and basketball coaching for the Atchison Recreation. He also enjoyed woodworking and making pieces for his family and he especially enjoyed his grandchildren.

He was married to Ellen Kay Page on March 14, 1959 in Leavenworth, KS. She survives of the home.
Additional survivors include three sons, Michael (Donna) Reno, Topeka, KS, Todd (Pam) Reno, Atchison, and Mark (Sandy) Reno, Atchison, KS, a daughter, Kristin ”Crickett” (Reno) Koller, Atchison, KS, two brothers, Wayne Reno, Atchison, KS, Tom A. Macy, Las Vegas, NV, thirteen grandchildren, fifteen great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. His parents, a son, Gary A. Reno, and a brother, Stanley Reno preceded him in death. .

Betty Lou Lewis
1928-2018

Betty Lou Lewis 89, of Elwood, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, February 28, 2018 at Mosaic Life Care Hospital. She was born April 28, 1928 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of the late Minnie (Shirley) and Walter Graves. She graduated from Rosendale high school retired from H.D. Lee as a seamstress after 36 years. She loved to sew, decorate cakes, and read. Betty was preceded in death by husband, George “Joe” Lewis, her parents, brother, Robert Graves. Survivors include, daughters, Sharon (Dave) Patterson, Elwood, KS, and Georgia “Mae” (Manny) Martinez, son, Walter “Wally” (Linda) Lewis, Elwood, KS, 5 grandsons, Jason Patterson, Jeremy Hunter, Bryan Patterson, Scott Lewis, and Nathan Martinez, 4 great grandchildren, sister, Dona (Jim) Wells of Savannah, MO. The family will receive friends from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM on Monday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Funeral services: 11:00 am, Monday, March 5, 2018 at Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Ashland Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the American Kidney foundation. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Edward Ray Helsel Sr.
1936-2018

Edward R. Helsel Sr. 81, of St. Joseph, Missouri went to be with his Lord and Savior on March 1st , 2018 following a short illness, hospitalization and hospice care. He was born on September 15, 1936 son of the late Edward and Marie Helsel. Ed attended Benton High School and spent his entire life in St. Joseph, Missouri. He married Catherine Rock on January 29, 1955 and celebrated 63 years of marriage. Ed’s working career started with Hawkin’s Gas Station, Dugdales Packing House and later retired from Nestle Purina facility. Ed had four children – Edward Helsel Jr (Sheryl), Scott Helsel (Cathie), Kelly Helsel, and Dave Helsel (Sivi). Ed was blessed with (9) grandkids – Mike Helsel (Krista), Amy Hayes (Josh), Jason Osborn (Jen), Crissy Liggett (Chris), Joey Helsel, Tavin Noellsch (Bree), Coldin Noellsch, Makenzie Helsel and Madie Helsel. Six great grandkids – Ike Hayes, Lexi Helsel, Griffin Helsel, Jacoby Osborn, Jonas Osborn and Tristyn Fynnigan. Surviving brother Roger Helsel (Joyce) and sister in law Shirley Helsel. He was preceded in death by his parents Edward and Marie Helsel, brother Rodney Helsel, sister Shirley Carter and brother Kenny Helsel. Besides being a home body, Ed loved his family and friends, spending most of bis time surrounded by each. He will be remembered for always being there and his involvement in coaching of our boys baseball days, seasonal mushroom hunting and his love for gardening and working in the yard. His committment to his family, huge heart, and ability to make one laugh will always be cherished.

Funeral services: 2:00 PM Monday, Rupp Funeral Home. Fr. Joseph Totton Officating. The family will receive friends from 4-6pm Sunday, The Rosary will be recited at 5:30 PM Sunday, by Fr. Evan Harkins, the interment will be at the Mount Olivet Cemetery. online condolence and obituary www.ruppfuneral.com

Betty June Sproat
1930-2018

Betty June Sproat 87, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Wednesday February 28, 2018 at her home. She was born November 19, 1930 in Pattonsburg, Missouri daughter of the late Gladys & Delmas Higdon. She graduated from Troy High School, and worked at Whitaker Cable for several years. She enjoyed collecting recipes, and magazines, crocheting when she was younger, and spending time with her grandchildren. She was a Catholic. Betty was preceded in death by her parents, son, Richard Sproat, brothers, Delmar Higdon, Jr., and Donald Higdon, grandson, Christopher Samuels. She is survived by sons, Stephen (Wanda) Sproat, Belton, MO, and David (Mary) Sproat, Chapman, KS, daughters, Mary Campbell, Saint Joseph, MO, and Debra Foster, Saint Joseph, MO, sisters, Sharon Ward of Arkansas, and Norma Smith of St. Joseph, MO, grandchildren, David, Tabatha, Tina, Christy, Jessyka, Richard, Crystal, Brandy, Alex, Amanda, Stephen Jr, Suzzanna and Mickayella, 13 great-grandchildren, Brittani, Ian, Robert, Anthony, Scott, Mathew, Terry, Lalaine, Paisley, Nichole, Caleb Alexi, and Cameron, 5 great great grandchildren, Mayhala, Peyton, Remington, Aleigh and Evan. The family will receive friends from 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm on Friday at the Rupp Funeral Home. She will be cremated under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. Memorials are requested to the American Heart Association. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

Barbara Joyce Boeh
1936-2018

Barbara Boeh, 81, of Cameron, Missouri, passed away Thursday, March 1, 2018 at her residence. She was born December 15, 1936 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of Margaret and George Crossfield. . She worked at Sherwood Medical, Whitaker Cable, Mead Products. She enjoyed crocheting and spending time with her grandchildren. Barbara was a member of American Legion Post 359. Barbara was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Floyd Leon Boeh and daughter, Christina Boeh. Survivors include, sons, James Moses of IL and Daniel Moses of AK, daughters, Joyce Dunk of Lanagan, MO, Mary “Patti” Moses of St. Joseph, Lisa (Gregg) Holloway of Anderson, MO; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be 2:00 pm, Wednesday, March 7 at Rupp Funeral Home, Elder Bruce Colon officiating, The family will receive friends from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM on Wednesday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Ms. Boeh will be cremated following services. . Memorials are requested to the Barbara Boeh Memorial Fund, c/o Rupp Funeral Home.

Suzanne Torok-Burge
1954-2018

Suzanne Torok-Burge was born to Paul Joseph Torok and Ruth Armstrong Saunders Torok on April 29, 1954 in St. Joseph, MO. She passed away peacefully on March 2, 2018 in Highland, KS.

Suzanne was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Tim Torok. Surviving are a sister-in-law Rosalie Torok, two beloved nephews Eli and Levi Torok, and her life-long friend Ross Thompson. Also surviving are numerous cousins and many friends.

Suzanne graduated from Highland High School and Highland Community College. She earned Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees in communication from Kansas State University.

She taught communication for Lawrence public schools, K-State, Missouri Western, Johnson County Community College and Highland Community College. She was famous for imaginative and creative lessons that intrigued and fascinated her students.

She was a life-long member of the Highland Christian Church but also enjoyed attending services at various churches in the area.

Suzanne’s friends and relatives would like to thank the people of Highland, KS who helped take care of her during her long illness. She was an inspiration in her courageous, nine-year battle against cancer.

Graveside inurnment services will be held Wednesday, March 7, at 2:00 at the Highland Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Highland Cemetery Association, PO Box 225, Highland, KS 66035 or in care of Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, 124, S. 7th, Hiawatha, KS 66434.

Paulette V. Armstrong
1942-2018

HAVENSVILLE – Paulette V. Armstrong, 75, of Havensville, died Friday, March 2, 2018 at the Midland Hospice House in Topeka.

She was born August 23, 1942 in Manhattan, the daughter of Elmer F. and Elsie V. Chalmers Jones. As a child she lived in Garrison, KS until she was in second grade, when her family moved to Onaga. She graduated from Onaga High School in 1961.

Paulette had worked at Carl’s Steakhouse in Onaga through high school and for one year after high school. She then was a homemaker until she took the position as the secretary at Havensville Grade School. She worked there for twenty years until her retirement. The times she spent at HGS were some of the best years of her life, where she made lifelong friendships.

Paulette married her high school sweetheart, James LeRoy Armstrong on December 20, 1961 at his parents’ home in Havensville. He died March 31, 2017 shortly after they celebrated 55 years of marriage.

Paulette was also preceded in death by her parents, a son, James Bryan “J.B.” Armstrong, a half-brother, Merton Busher and a half-sister, Beulah Woodworth.

Survivors include a son, Jeff Armstrong, Salina; a daughter, Julia Gomez and husband Mike, Maple Hill; a brother, Elmer E. Jones, in California; and five grandchildren, Amber Mae Gomez, Kory James Gomez, Parker James Armstrong, Jacob Jones Armstrong and Kason Michael Gomez.

Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 6th at the HRHS Community Center in Havensville. Burial will follow in the Havensville Cemetery. Paulette will lie in state Monday at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Onaga where family and friends will meet from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Havensville Living History Day Fund, and may be sent incare of the funeral home, P.O. Box 312, Onaga, 66521.

Jimmy Lee Smith
1945-2018

Jimmy Lee Smith, 73, of Lathrop, MO formerly of Atchison, KS died on Sat. March 3, 2018 surrounded by his family at his home in Lathrop, MO.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Thursday, March 8th, 2018 at the Becker Dyer Stanton Funeral Home with Rev. Wendy Van Houtan officiating. Burial will follow in the Mt. Vernon Cemetery, Atchison, KS. The family will receive friends from 12:00 noon until time of service on Thursday, at the Becker Dyer Stanton Funeral Home, Atchison KS. Memorial contributions are suggested to the St. Jude’s Hospital and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com
Jim was born on Feb. 21, 1945 in Atchison, KS the son of Robert Lee Smith and Mary Etta Hatchell . He was raised by William Ray “Bill” and Mary Etta (Hatchell) Stalder. Jim graduated from Atchison High School in 1963. Mr. Smith worked as a drill operator and welder at LFM/Rockwell International/Atchison Casting/Bradken for over 20 years. He was a member of the First Baptist Church. Mr. Smith loved to shoot pool, fishing, deer hunting, and was an avid NASCAR and Kansas City Chiefs fan. He was a member of the United Steelworkers Union. His main hobby was working on old cars but he was an extremely hard worker and good at being a handy man, building or fixing about anything.
He was married to Joan K. Cloves on Jan. 1, 1964. She preceded him in death on Nov. 9, 2004. He was later married to Marjorie Cline on Aug. 23, 2008. She survives of the home. Additional survivors include two daughters, Kimberly (Carl) Surritt, Meridan, KS and Kelly (Randy) Fitkin, Atchison, KS, a brother, Thomas Stalder (Vicki Fitzpatrick), two sisters, Connie (Larry) Mercer, and Joann(Joe) Bowen, all of Atchison, KS., and six grandchildren, Carl J.(Anne) Surritt, Ashley (Alex) Goodpasture, Mary Surritt (Rob Lincoln), Allison (Josh) Oswalt, Haley (Chris) Fox, and Jordan Fitkin, and twelve great grandchildren. His mother, Mary Etta and step-father William Ray “Bill” Stalder, also preceded him in death.

Dorothy Helen Rodman
1937-2018

HOYT – Dorothy Helen Rodman, 80, of Hoyt, died Sunday, March 4, 2018 at her home.

She was born August 26, 1937 at Winner, South Dakota, the daughter of Joseph and Mary Sedlmajer Cerveny. She graduated from Todd County High School in Mission, SD and later from business college.

Dorothy had worked for Josten’s in Topeka from the mid 1980’s until her retirement in 2008. She also did the bookkeeping for her husband’s business, Rodman Body Shop.

She was a member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Mayetta.

She married Robert O. Rodman on October 30, 1956 at Luverne, Minnesota. He died April 13, 2008.

Dorothy was also preceded in death by a son, Robert J. Rodman, a sister, Rose Reed, and two sons-in-law, Andy Walker and Charlie Grahnert.

Survivors include three daughters, Debra Walker, Topeka, Cynthia Rodman, Lenexa, and Angela Rodman, Hoyt; six grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 7th at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Mayetta. Burial will follow in the Half Day Cemetery at Elmont. Dorothy will lie in state Tuesday at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hoyt, where a Parish Rosary will be prayed at 6:30 p.m., followed by visitation. Memorials are suggested to the Topeka Rescue Mission, and may be sent in care of the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hoyt.

Alice L. Keller
1943-2018

Troy, Kansas – Alice L. (Becker) Keller, 74, of Troy, Kansas passed away Sunday, March 4, 2018 at the Highland Healthcare Center.

Alice was born on August 8, 1943 in Baileyville, Kansas to Henry J. & Esther (McLaughlin) Becker.

She was a member of the St. Charles Catholic Church in Troy, Kansas, where she was the organist since 1964.

Alice married Howard G. Keller Jr. on November 28, 1964 in Purcell, Kansas. He survives of the home.

She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother, Emmett Becker & a great-grandchild, Axton Juhl.

Additional survivors; daughter, Rebecca Keller (Tim Hoffman), Kansas City, Missouri

Son, Daniel Keller (Tonya), Troy, Kansas

Grandsons, Kyle Juhl (Amy) & Kace Keller

4 great-grandchildren, Adrik, Kwynn, Ajay & Axel

Brothers, Paul, John, Leo, Joe, Myron, Raymond, Bob & Tom Becker

Sister; Frieda Stovall

Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Funeral Mass: 10:00 A.M. Friday, March 9, 2018.

At: St. Charles Catholic Church in Troy, Kansas.

Rosary: 5:30 P.M. Thursday evening at the church, with visitation to follow from 6-8 P.M. Friends may call after 9 AM Thursday at the Harman Rohde Funeral Home in Troy.

Burial: St. Charles Catholic Cemetery, Troy, Kansas.

Memorials: St. Charles Catholic Church or the Troy Ambulance Fund.

Constance “Connie” Sue Eckart
1949-2018

Constance “Connie” Sue Eckart, 68, St. Joseph, passed away February 23, 2018, at her home. She was born November 14, 1949, to Eugene and M. Gretchen (Ingram) Smiley, in Hamburg, Iowa. Connie married Charles Eckart, on December 28, 1978. He survives of the home. She lived most of her life in the St. Joseph area, growing up on the family farm south of St. Joseph. She graduated as Valedictorian from DeKalb High School and received a Secretarial diploma from Platt College of Commerce. Connie spent many years as a stay-at-home mother and loved being with her children. She enjoyed reading, playing cards, listening to a variety of music, cross-stitching, traveling, and spending time with friends and family. She had a special gift of engaging and cheering up strangers who appeared lonely or downhearted. Connie was strong in her Christian faith. She was a member of Wyatt Park Christian Church and former member and thirteen-year secretary of King Hill Christian Church. She was preceded in death by: her parents; brothers, Larry and Gary Smiley; and aunt, Ruth Anna Foster. Survivors include: her husband; daughters, Lisa (John) Hopper of Warsaw, MO and Paula (Craig) Peters of Liberty, MO; sons, Daniel (Rebecca) Moser of St. Joseph, Gene (Mimi) Eckart of Bucyrus, KS and Rick (Lora) Eckart of Midwest City, OK; aunts, Catherine Laurence of Faucett, MO and Shirleen Gartin of Duncanville, TX; eleven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; niece Donna Smiley of St. Joseph; and several cousins and other relatives. Farewell Services: 10:00 am Wednesday, February 28, 2018 at the Rupp Funeral Home. Interment: Union Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6-8 pm Tuesday, Rupp Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to Wyatt Park Christian Church or Union Cemetery. Online condolence and obituary www.ruppfuneral.com

Betty Jean Ellis
1935-2018

Betty Jean Ellis 82, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at her home in St. Joseph. She was born October 8, 1935 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of the late Gladys and Jim Parker. She attended Lafayette High School was the owner operator of Betty’s Snack Shack, she also worked at several other restaurants. and was a homemaker. She loved family gatherings and spending time with her grandchildren, and was a Baptist. Betty was preceded in death by her parents, son William Smith, brothers; Leroy, Edgar, and William Parker, sisters, Erma Teft, and Juanita Barton. Survivors include, husband, Ted Ellis of the home, daughters, Wanda (John) Varner, Vickie Pankau, Lisa Fisher, Anita Myers, and Diana Pollard all of St. Joseph, MO, sons, Tom (Cindy) Smith, St. Joseph, MO, Kenny (Debbie) Smith, Springfield, MO, Roger (Colleen) Ellis, Rick (Stacey) Ellis, St. Joseph, Randy (Mary) Ellis, Cosby, MO, and Ross (Amy) Ellis, St. Joseph, MO, 26 grandchildren, 33 great grandchildren, three brothers; Ronnie Parker, Jim (Julie) Parker, and Theodore “Red” Parker all of St. Joseph, MO, two sisters, Linda (Bob) Peterson, Weatherby, MO, and Stella Maddox St. Joseph, MO. Funeral services: 10:00 am, Monday, February 26, 2018 at Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Mark Conyers officiating, We welcome family and friends for a celebration of life at “Club Fun” 5940 King Hill Ave, from 1:30-3:30pm Monday, after the service. 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 Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the American Lung Association. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Alan Leon Mace
1960-2018

Alan Leon Mace 57, of Skidmore, Missouri passed away Wednesday, February 21, 2018 in Maryville, MO. He was born October 31, 1960 in St. Joseph, MO, son of Mary and Dennis “Ed” Mace Sr. He attended Horton High School. He worked at Mead for 22 years, Alan was preceded in death by his father, Dennis “Ed” Edwin Mace Sr, sister, Denise Mace, and daughter, Melissa Lawrence. Survivors include, mother, Mary Mace of Skidmore, MO, sons, Alan Mace, Enrique Tillman, and Brandon Lawrence, 4 grandchildren, brothers, Dennis Jr, Jimmy and Joey Mace, sister, Dena Kay, and several nieces and nephews. Mr. Mace will be cremated under the care and direction of the Rupp Funeral Home.

Richard Lee Hutchings
1987-2018

Richard Lee Hutchings 30, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Saturday, February 24, 2018 at his home. He was born August 31, 1987 in Columbia, Missouri. He graduated from Wright City High School. He enjoyed working on computers, riding bikes, reading, music and singing, he also was a civil war historian. Richard was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Richard and Norma Brooner. He is survived by his mother, Tamara Christianson, Saint Joseph, MO, father, Russell D. Hutchings, Wright City, MO, brother, Harry (Cherlynn) Christianson, St. Joseph, MO, sister, Catherine Hutchings, Sullivan, MO, nephews, Caleb and Jacob. The family will receive friends from 1:00 – 2:00 pm on Thursday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Memorial Services following at 2:00 pm, Rev James Kerns Officiating. He will be cremated under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. Memorials are requested to the Richard Hutchings Memorial Fund in care of the Rupp Funeral Home.

Gerald L. Studer
1942-2018

Wathena, Kansas Gerald L. Studer, 75, of Wathena, Kansas passed away Sunday, February 25, 2018 at the Wathena Nursing & Rehabilitation Center.

Gerald was born on August 11, 1942 in Wathena, Kansas to Peter & Catherine (Fahey) Studer.

He was a member of the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Wathena, Kansas. Gerald was a farmer. He loved his chickens & field work. Gerald was very fond of his lock collection, playing bingo & taking 4-wheeler rides. He always looked forward to the holidays & having cookouts with his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Survivors: brothers, John Studer, Wathena, Larry Studer, Wathena, Robert Studer (Wendy), St. Joseph, Missouri & Tony Studer (Shelley), Wathena.

Sisters, Marilyn Perry, St. Joseph, Missouri, Cathy Coy (Vernie), Wathena, & Janice Studer, Wathena.

Numerous nieces & nephews

Funeral Service: 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, February 27, 2018

At the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home, Wathena, Kansas.
Friends may call after 12 noon Monday. There is no scheduled visitation.
Burial: Mount Calvary Cemetery, Wathena, Kansas.
Memorials: Wathena EMS, St. Joseph’s Catholic Church or the Wathena Nursing Home Activity Fund.

David Stanley Bowers
1947-2018

David S. Bowers, 70, of Atchison, KS, passed away Thursday, February 15, 2018, at Vintage Park, Atchison, KS.

Memorial service will be 4:00 PM on Sunday, February 25, 2018, at Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, Atchison, KS, with Rev. Tim Champ officiating. Burial will be at a later date in New Jersey. Family will receive friends from 2:00 to 4:00 PM prior to the service at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the Kidney Foundation and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www.beckerdyer.com.

David was born on May 10, 1947 in Doylestown, PA, the son of Stanley and Margaret (Stanford) Bowers. He graduated from South Hunterdon Regional High School in 1965. David served in the United States Army. He had worked as a Boil Operator for the state of Missouri and then Maintenance Director and Division Manager of Security for Benedictine College. David was a member of the American Legion and Atchison Rotary.

Survivors include a son Mark and Carolyn Bowers, Rushville, MO, a daughter Stephanie Wilson, Atchison, KS, a brother John (Shawn) Bowers, Raleigh, NC, three sisters, Peggy (Allen) Sutch, Ringoes, NJ, Linda (Andy) Sutch, Alpha, NJ, Judy Smith Salem, OH, three grandchildren, Blake Wilson, Conner Wilson and Gretchyn Bowers, numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Delores “Dode” Jeannie Kirkpatrick
1932-2018

Delores “Dode” Jeannie Kirkpatrick 85, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, February 19, 2018 at Mosaic life care hospital. She was born August 16, 1932 in Osborn, MO, daughter of the late Blanche and William Kelly. She attended Savannah High School and worked at the St. Joseph “Sisters” hospital, the Convalescent center and for Kendallwood hospice as a Nurse Aide. She enjoyed fishing and loved animals, yard work, flower gardening, and her church family, she was a member of the Green Valley Baptist Church. Delores was preceded in death by husband, William Kirkpatrick, her parents, four brothers, Eldon, Donald, Arthur, and Bill Kelly, three sisters, Lucille Dobson, Thelma Snyder, and Virginia Riche. Survivors include daughter, Teresa (Mitch) Davis, Forest City, MO, son, Larry Kirkpatrick of St. Joseph, grandchildren, Krista, Brent, Jessica, Gregg, Jackie, Brandon, and Kassi, and 13 great grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 1-2 pm Thursday at the Rupp Funeral Home, followed by a graveside funeral service and interment at 2:30 pm Thursday, at the Mount Auburn Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the Friends of the Shelter in lieu of flowers. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Patricia “Pat” Marie Miller
1944-2018

Patricia “Pat” Marie Miller 73, of Agency, Missouri passed away Sunday February 18, 2018. She was born February 20, 1944 in St. Joseph, Missouri daughter of the late Hazel & James Swope. She married Norman Miller on December 18, 1963, he survives of the home. She graduated from St.Theresa Academy, KC, MO, and retired from Walmart after 16 years of service. She also owned an antique shop at 14th & Mitchell for 15 years. She enjoyed arts & crafts and loved spending time with her grandchildren.. Pat was preceded in death by her son, Tony Lewis Miller, and her parents. Survivors: husband, Norman Miller of the home, son, Tim Miller, Ricky (Jennifer) Miller, sister in law, Iva (Corky) Lukehart, 6 grandchildren, Jared, Kayla, Kyle, Kassandra, Peyton Miller and TJ Bates, 3 great grandchildren, brothers, Ronnie, Danny and David Swope, sisters, Bonnie Burgess, Margie Swope, and Lois Miller. She will be cremated under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. Memorials are requested to the Patricia Miller Memorial Fund in care of Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

Dr. Ronnie DeVere Dittemore, Ed.D
1939-2018

Dr. Ronnie DeVere Dittemore, Ed.D 79, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, February 19, 2018 at his home. He was born February 7, 1939 in St. Joseph, MO, son of the late Helen Irene and Emery Devere Dittemore. He has been acknowledged for multiple milestone events, certifications, degrees and service in the field of mental health for the state of Missouri. He began his education at St. Joseph Junior College in 1959 and continued earning degrees at Northwest Missouri State College, Central Missouri State College, Western Colorado University and Missouri Western State College. Ron began his career as a secondary teacher, coach and college instructor in psychiatry at numerous educational venues. In 1966, he began a 33-year relationship with the Missouri Department of Mental Health, allowing the State of Missouri to reap the benefits of his award-winning expertise on mental health issues and management. Ron served in the capacities of Special Education Director, Education Director, Director of Youth Services, Director and CEO of Woodson Children’s Psychiatric Hospital from 1981 to 1992, and Superintendent and CEO of the Northwest Missouri Psychiatric Rehabilitation Center from 1992 to 1999. He continued working after his retirement in 1999 as a Consultant with Heartland Health Regional Medical Center and was also appointed in the following during his final years of service prior to retirement; Mental Health Commission and the Government Review Commission between 2005-2006, and the Interim Director of the Missouri Dept. of Mental Health between 2006-2007. Ron answered one more call for public service as the Director for the Department of Mental Health between 2007 and 2009 and retired officially after ten more years of service on August 31, 2009. Ron also deserves mention of his service to our Country in the Missouri Air National Guard beginning in 1958 and then as a Second Lieutenant in the Army Reserves starting February 1967 to 1972. He was a member of Rushville Masonic Lodge and the Moila Shrine and he was a Christian. Ron enjoyed fishing, raising cattle, traveling, and spending time with his family. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his brother, Billie Dittemore. Survivors include, wife, Vailla Reece-Dittemore of the home, son, Mike Dittemore, R.N. and wife Gina R.N. Parkville, MO, daughter, Mary McManus, R.N., Savannah, MO, son, Mark Dittemore, R.N., and wife Kristie R.N. son, Harry “Sonny” (Keri) Reece III, Rockaway Beach, MO, son, Dr. Bryan Reece, PHD, and wife Lenora Reece J.D., Great Plains, TX, grandchildren: Riley Dittemore R.N., Ian Dittemore S.N., Seth Dittemore, Kaley Dittemore, S.N., Morgan Dittemore, Sarah (Brandon) Fields, Troy Dittemore, Elijah Reece, Isaac Reese, and 3 great grandchildren, Clayton, Aiden, and Emily. other survivors include his former wife Gay Dittemore, sister in law Karen Dittemore, and close family friend Patrick Hummer, as well as several nieces and nephews. Funeral services: 10:00 am, Saturday, February 24, 2018 at Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Jim Longe officiating, Masonic Service to be recited with funeral service. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Friday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Bethel Cemetery, with full military honors. Memorials are requested to the Family Guidance center for Adolescence Mental Health. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

George H. Johnson
1925-2018

TROY, KANSAS George H. Johnson, Jr., 92, of Troy, Kansas died Tuesday, February 20, 2018.

George was born on July 11, 1925 in Troy, Kansas to George H. and Clara (Dittemore) Johnson, Sr. He served in the U.S. Army during Korea from 1950 until 1953 and received several medals. George also served on the Doniphan County Rural Water District #5 Board for 18 years. He received the Kansas Bankers Soil Conservation and Windbreak Awards. George farmed and raised livestock all of his life.

He is a member of the Community of Christ Church in Fanning, Kansas

George married Erma Weishaar on April 21, 1954 in Atchison, Kansas. She survives of the home. He was preceded in death by his parents, son, Mark Johnson, an infant son, Jay, an infant daughter, Ann, brother, Bob Johnson, sister, Doris Delk.

Additional survivors include his son, Jerry Johnson (Janie) of Troy

Daughter-in-law, Brenda Johnson of Country Club, Missouri

Grandchildren; Jed Johnson (Angela), Jay Johnson (Morgan),

Jena Tharman (Carl), Brian Johnson (Allison)

7 great-grandchildren and one on the way.

Sister, Clara Belle Culp

Brothers; Paul and Don Johnson

FUNERAL: Friday, February 23, 2018 – 10:30 A.M.
At: Community of Christ Church in Fanning, Kansas
Visitation; family will receive friends 1 hour prior to the funeral (9-10 AM) at the church.
Friends may call after 9 A.M. Thursday, at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Troy, Kansas.
Burial: St. Charles Catholic Cemetery in Troy
Memorials: family suggests either the Community of Christ Church or St. Charles Cemetery

Don Allen Painter
1938-2018

Don Allen Painter, 79, of Atchison, KS, passed away Tuesday, February 20, 2018 at his home surrounded by his family.

Funeral Services will be 2:00 PM, Monday, February 26, 2018 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, Atchison. Burial will follow in Sumner Cemetery, south of Atchison. Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Lung Association or Atchison Home Health and Hospice 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 June 13, 1938 in Greensboro, North Carolina, the son of Allen Woodrow and Goldie Radnal (Sanders) Painter. Don was a welder by trade and worked for many years at the General Motors production plant in Lee’s Summit, MO. After his retirement from GM, Don worked for TEAM Perka in St. Joseph. Don was a member of UAW (United Auto Workers) Union; he enjoyed fishing and hunting; and loved to play the guitar having played with a band in Kansas City. People who heard Don sing thought he sounded just like Merle Haggard.

Don and Sharon Ross were married on June 7, 1984 in Leavenworth, KS. Sharon survives of the home. Additional survivors include a son, Ricky Wayne (Joanie) Painter, Kansas City, MO; two daughters, Mary Cherry, Kansas City, MO, Penny Wright, Osage Beach, MO; two step-daughters, Angela (Darren) Cash, and Carmen Horton, both of Atchison; two sisters, Diann (Jim) Amberger, Salem, AR and Marcia (Terry) Seay, Calico Rock, AR; eight grandchildren; several great-grandchildren.

Don was preceded in death by his parents; and one brother, Bobby Wayne Painter.

Don’s family would especially like to thank Katie and Julie with Atchison Home Health and Hospice for all the care, love and support they received during Don’s illness.

Justice LouAnne Scoggins
2018-2018

Justice LouAnne Scoggins, infant daughter of Kyle and Meghan Friend Scoggins, was stillborn February 17, 2018.

Also surviving are her siblings: Destiney, Patience, GraceLynn, and Marshall, all of the home in Horton; grandparents are David and Tracy Merz of Everest, Cindy Benton and Rodney Scoggins of Hiawatha; great-grandparents include Sally and Clifford Friend of Horton, and Alma Carter of Hiawatha. Several aunts, uncles, and cousins also survive.

The family will meet with friends from 10:30 until 11 a.m. Friday, February 23, at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, Hiawatha. Ryan VanPeursem will officiate the service which will start at 11.a.m. Burial will follow at Bablyland at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Hiawatha.

Donations to help with expenses may be left with Chapel Oaks Funeral Home.

Tanner Dean Wolfe
2001-2018

Tanner Dean Wolfe, 16, of Atchison, KS, passed away Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at his home.

Funeral service will be 12:00 PM on Tuesday, February 27, 2018 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, Atchison, KS, with The Rev. Dr. Rachel Danner officiating. Burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery. Family will receive friends prior to the service from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to help defray funeral expenses and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www.beckerdyer.com.

Tanner was born August 24, 2001, in Atchison, KS, the son of Joseph and Samantha (Goodman) Wolfe. He attended Atchison High School and earned a spot on the Varsity Baseball team. Tanner was a member of TRIO and JAG at Atchison High School. He loved baseball, spending time with his siblings and friends. Tanner was a story teller, enjoyed scary movies, fishing and cooking egg sandwiches at midnight. He was very organized and everything had to be clean.

Tanner is survived by his parents, Joseph and Samantha Wolfe of the home, a brother, Matthew, sisters, Gracie and Nevaeh Wolfe all of the home, maternal grandparents, Jim and Pam Goodman, Atchison, KS, numerous aunts, uncles and cousins, godmother, Lisa Phillips, and special friends, Sam Avey and Chris Wallace.

He was preceded in death by paternal grandparents, Shirley Piper and Leroy Wolfe, great grandparents, Darlene and Leslie Eylar.

Glenda Sue Simerly
1947-2018

Savannah, Mo. Glenda Sue (Abbett) Simerly, 70, of Wathena, Kansas passed away Tuesday, February 13, 2018 at the LaVerna Village Nursing Home in Savannah, Missouri.

Glenda was born on December 11, 1947 in Wathena, Kansas to William Lee & Frances L. (Krousa) Abbett.

She graduated Wathena High School in 1966. Glenda then graduated from Hillyard Technical School & worked as a nurse for Sisters, Methodist & Heartland East Hospitals for 26 years & was a beautician for 9 years.

She was preceded in death by her parents & a brother, Ronald Lee Abbett.

Survivors: son, James W.A. Simerly (Lisa) of Savannah, Missouri

Grandchildren, Hannah & Grace

There are no scheduled services.

Harman-Rohde Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Memorials may be made to the Wathena EMS.

Betty Louise Beamon
1925-2018

Betty Louise Beamon 92, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, February 13, 2018 in Savannah, MO. She was born September 11, 1925 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of Katherine and Mendell Row. She graduated from Benton High School in 1943 . She married Louis Beamon on December 21, 1946. She worked at J.C. Penney as a accounting clerk/cashier. She was active in church and loved spending time with her family, and was a member of the former King Hill Baptist Church. Betty was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and daughter, Cheryl Kline. Survivors include, daughter, Carolyn (Mike) Polsky of Saint Joseph, MO, son, Bob (Michele) Beamon of St. Joseph, MO, 6 grandchildren, David, Jonathan, and Daniel Kline, John Beamon, Joel (Alissa) Polsky and Matthew (Melissa) Polsky, numerous great grandchildren, and 2 brothers, Edward Row and Robert (Gail) Row of St. Joseph, MO

Funeral services: 10:00 am, Friday, February 16, 2018 at Rupp Funeral Home, Rev. Greg Smith officiating. The family will receive friends from 4:00 to 6:00 PM on Thursday, February 15, 2018 at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Memorial Park Cemetery . Memorials are requested to the Faith United Baptist Church. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Terance “Terry” James Farley Jr.
1953-2018

Terance “Terry” James Farley Jr. 64, of Saint Joseph, passed away Monday, February 12, 2018 in Saint Joseph. He was born September 15, 1953 in St. Joseph, son of Dolores (Kempf) and Terance Farley Sr. He attended Central High School. Terry worked at Dugdale Packing, Holt’s Bar, Holt’s Farm, and Butchart’s Flowers. He loved fishing. He was of the Baptist Faith. Terry was a member of the King Hill Lodge #376 A.F.&A.M, having served as Past Master. Terry was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Jana Hunter, and sister, Maggie Huber. He is survived by son, Sean (Tina) Farley of Saint Joseph, sister, Teresa (Joel) Bally of St. Joseph, and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm on Saturday at the Rupp Funeral Home, Funeral Service to follow at 2:00 p.m. He will be cremated following services under the care and direction of the Rupp Funeral Home.

Raymond L. Munger
1935-2018

WATHENA,KS Raymond Munger, 82, of Wathena, Kansas died Tuesday, February 13, 2018.

Raymond was born on December 1, 1935 in White Cloud, Kansas to Pat and Freida (Krause) Munger. He was a lifelong resident of Wathena. Raymond was a truck driver and had worked at Dugdale Packing Plant in St. Joseph, Missouri for 20 years.

He married Juanita Corcoran on October 17, 1953 in St. Joseph, Missouri. She preceded him in death on August 22, 2010. Raymond was also preceded by his parents, infant children; Sherry Lynn, Rickie Ray and Turb Patrick, brothers; Norman and Glen Munger.

He is survived by his children; Anita Long (Mark) of Wathena

Raymond Munger (Lori) of St. Joseph, Missouri

John Munger (Michelle) of Wathena

Grandchildren; Quenton and Colton Munger, Raymond Munger III, Hadley, Bailey and Payton Munger, Christopher Godar, Matthew Long, Nathan Long, Brydan Long.

Step-grandchildren; Tarin (Long) Luedke and Ryan Long.

Several great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.

The body has been cremated. There will be no services or visitation. In lieu of flowers the family has requested memorial to the Shriner’s Hospital. Harman Rohde Funeral Home in Wathena in charge of arrangements.

Billy Joe Roumas
1957-2018

Billy Joe Roumas 60, of Saint Joseph, Missouri grabbed the hands of the angels and ascended to heaven to be with the Almighty God on Tuesday, February 13, 2018. He was born August 31, 1957 and raised in St. Joseph, MO. Billy worked at Bradken, formerly Atchison Steel Castings, as well as Suncoast Heat Treat in Palm Beach Gardens, FL. He loved Nascar Racing, and he was a huge fan of the Kansas City Chiefs. Billy was a loving father, grandfather, spouse and son. Heaven has a new angel.

He is survived by wife of 37 years, Katie Roumas of the home, daughters, Angela (Scott) Freseman of North Palm Beach, FL and Kaitley Roumas of St. Joseph, MO, his parents, William T. and Joan Roumas of St. Joseph, MO, his grandchildren, Caleb and Brandon Freseman, also of North Palm Beach, FL, his sister, Beverly (Jim) Davis of Highland, FL, and his cousin who was like a brother, James (Linda) Rhodd of White Cloud, KS, and many other extended family members.

The family will receive friends from 5:00-7:00 pm, Sunday, February 18, 2018 at the Rupp Funeral Home with a Memorial Service following at 7:00 P.M., Pastor Jeff Grider officiating.

David William “Grizz” Davenport
1950-2018

David William “Grizz” Davenport, 67, of Hiawatha, passed away at his home February 2, 2018.

Hiawatha, Kansas David was the son of Homer C. Davenport of Costa Grande, Arizona. He was preceded in death by his mother Loretta Pauline Weber of Morrill, Kansas; and grand-parents Carl Victor Weber and Geneva Estella Weber.

David was born at St. Anthony’s Hospital in Sabetha, Kansas, December 3rd, 1950. David attended Morrill, Kansas elementary, middle and high school. David was a jack of all trades and worked for the Brown County bridge department in Hiawatha. He was also an over the road trucker out of Kansas City, Kansas for many years. When David was a young man, he worked in the oil fields. David had a love of motorcycles and was an avid rider.

He is a veteran of the United States Navy and was stationed in Puerto Rico. David is survived by one son Timothy Davenport of Arizona. He is also survived by one sibling Betty Ann Davenport Gier of Omaha, Nebraska. Other survivors include two nieces. Lacy Dawn Rudder of Omaha, Nebraska, Christel Lee Rudder-Nguyen of Omaha, Nebraska, one nephew Dennis Kelly Donohue of Omaha, Nebraska; four grand-nephews and two grand nieces, all of Omaha.

David’s cremated remains will privately be laid to rest at the Veterans Cemetery in Leavenworth, Kansas.

Margaret Mary Goss
1929-2018

Margaret Mary (Wagner) Goss, 88, passed away Thursday, February 8, 2018 at her home in Sand Springs, Oklahoma, where she lived since July 2016. She was born in Troy on August 20, 1929, to Leo Albert and Margaret Lanzel (Corcoran) Wagner. Margaret Mary married Kenneth (“Sam”) Goss on June 16, 1951, in St. Joseph, Missouri. Kenneth preceded her in death on December 26, 1998.

During her lifetime Margaret Mary worked throughout the offices in the Doniphan County Courthouse, retiring in 2000 as Deputy County Treasurer. She was a member of St. Charles Catholic Church, and she enjoyed being active in the Red Hat Society. She lived to spend time with family and friends, and she had a special affection for doting on her four grandsons. Possibly nothing, however, defined Margaret Mary more than her lifelong dedication as an avid fan of Kansas Jayhawk Basketball!

Margaret Mary was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Theresa; sister, Rita; brothers, Lawrence, Bernard and wife Elaine (Atwood), Raymond and wife Loretta (Muenster), Albert and wife Geneva (Colley); brothers-in-law Ona Goss and Robert Goss; sisters-in-law, Donna (Goss) Jones and Virginia Goss; nephew, Jeffrey Goss and niece, Susan Goss.

Margaret Mary is survived by three sons, Steven of Dallas, Texas, Thomas and wife Hien of Olathe, Kansas, Michael and wife Sharon of Sand Springs, Oklahoma; four grandsons Robert, Joseph, Zachary and Seth; sisters-in-law, Barbara Goss of Troy and Irene Goss of Chillicothe, Missouri; and, countless nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.

A funeral Mass to celebrate Margaret Mary’s life will be held Monday, February 19, 2018, 10:00 A.M., at St. Charles Catholic Church in Troy, Kansas. A Rosary will be held Sunday, February 18 at 3:00 PM at Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Troy with visitation following from 4:00 to 6:00 P.M. Friends may visit after 9:00 A.M. on Sunday at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home.
Burial: St. Charles Catholic Cemetery, Troy.

Memorials: St. Charles Catholic Church and the American Heart Association

Charles Robert “Bob” Shaver
1946-2018

Charles Robert “Bob” Shaver, 71, of Atchison, KS died on Thursday, Feb. 15th, 2018 at his home surrounded by his family.

Funeral services will be 2:00 pm on Monday, Feb. 19, 2018 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home with Rev. Robert Ziegler officiating. Burial will follow in the Sunset Memory Gardens, Atchison. The family will receive friends from 1:00 to 2:00 pm on Monday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to Trinity Lutheran Church or Trinity Lutheran School Grant Fund. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Bob was born on Dec. 1, 1946 in Atchison, Kansas the son of Clarence H. and Leona J. (Bane) Shaver. He graduated from Atchison High School in 1964, attended Highland Community College and received his B.S. Degree in Finance and Business from Pittsburg State University. Mr. Shaver was a U.S. Army veteran serving during Vietnam Conflict. After returning from the service he worked for a short time in the finance dept of Shell Oil. He then owned and operated “Shaver Landscaping” in Atchison for many years until his health forced him to stop. Mr. Shaver finished his working career at Walmart for several years.
Bob enjoyed working with youth as a basketball coach for Trinity Lutheran Grade School and Mount St. Scholastica Academy. He was an avid KU Basketball fan, as well as KC Royal and KC Chief’s fan. He especially enjoyed watching his children and later his grandchildren play sports.

He was married to Georgia Young on May 24, 1968 at the First Baptist Church, Atchison, KS. Gerogia survives of the home. Additional survivors include two daughters, Melodi A. (Max) Bona, Lenexa, KS, and Misti A. (Dan) Wilson, Cummings, KS, three brothers, Clarence H. Shaver, III, Boise, ID, Larry D. Shaver, Scottsdale, AZ, and Harold E. “Hal” Shaver, Overland Park, KS, and four grandchildren, Bailey R. Wilson, Brianna N, Madeline N. and Andrew R. Bona. His parents, and sister, Patty Lou Shaver preceded him in death.

Betty Ellen Dorrell
1921-2018

Betty Ellen Dorrell, 97, of Highland, died peacefully February 11, 2018, at Highland Health and Rehab Center where she had been a resident for nearly 2 years.

Betty was born at White Cloud, January 21, 1921, one of seven children born to Floyd P. and Alice Hall McAlister. She grew up in White Cloud where she attended schools and later graduated from High School. Betty was determined to further her education to where she would walk to Highland Junior College from White Cloud, stayed on campus thru the week, returning home to White Cloud on weekends. She graduated from Highland College with a teaching certificate to teach many years in Doniphan County area schools including: Iowa Point, White Cloud, Bendena and Wathena. She later worked several years for Hiawatha Welfare Assistance Office. She taught for a few years before completing her education at Haskell Indian College at Lawrence where she was a dorm Mother.

Mrs. Dorrell was a member of the Vanderslice Chapter of the Order of Easter Star. She was proud of Native American heritage and being a member of the Iowa Tribe of Kansas and Nebraska.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband George “Junior” in February 1983; three brothers: John Henry, Charles Philip, Fred, an infant brother ‘baby Jimmy’; and a sister Jo Walters. She was also preceded in death by her faithful companion Dolly (her dog).

Survivors include a son Thomas Dorrell of Highland; two daughters Alice Petty of Winfield, Celeste Allerton of Santa Fe, NM; a brother Val McAlister of Fayetteville, NC; a foster daughter Doris Gibson of Highland; several grandchildren; great grandchildren; and great-great grandchildren; also, including many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

A Celebration of Betty’s life will be held this spring in the George Ogden Building on the Iowa Reservation.

Gregory Lynn Monach
1952-2018

Gregory Lynn Monach 65, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Saturday February 17, 2018 at his home. He was born December 22, 1952 in St. Joseph, Missouri son of the late JoAnn (Earl) Carter & James (Pat) Monach. He married Gay Thornton Monach on March 3, 1986, in Las Vegas, NV. He graduated from Central High School class of 1971. He worked at Mead products for 31 years in management and retired from Missouri Western State University in 2015 after 9 1/2 years as the custodial supervisor. He was elected All State Football Central High School 1971, enjoyed fantasy Nascar and football, traveling, especially to Hawaii. He was a Kansas Speedway ticket holder and also enjoyed Richard Petty driving experiences, and most of all spoiling his grandchildren. Greg was preceded in death by his parents, and a brother, Dee Monach, and brother in law Larry Thornton. Survivors include wife, Gay Monach of the home, daughters, Ashley (Tyson) Bottorff, Parkville, MO and Jamie (Zach) Barnes, St. Joseph, MO, a brother, Stan (Joyce) Monach, Murrietta, CA, four grandchildren, Paisley, Hayden, Addison, and Skyler, and his mother in law, Darlene Thornton, St. Joseph, MO, brother in law, Scott Thornton, St. Joseph, MO, along with numerous nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm on Thursday at the Rupp Funeral Home, and a Celebration of Life will start at 7:00 PM Thursday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to Mosaic Life Care Pet Therapy Program https://51634.thankyou4caring.org/sslpage.aspx?pid=298, or a charity of your choice. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

Dennis Allen Gibson
1959-2018

Dennis “Den-Boy” Allen Gibson 58, of Agency, Missouri, passed away Sunday, February 4, 2018 at Mosaic Life Care Hospital. He was born November 21, 1959 in Agency, MO, son of Rita and Franklin “Bud” Gibson. He graduated from Mid Buchanan Class of 1978, He worked at Coca-Cola and D & D Pallet and retired from the GM plant in Kansas City, upon its closing, as a Certified fork lift driver. He enjoyed Tractor pulls, working on his truck, being outside, was loved by everyone, he was a member of the Agency Christian Church. Dennis was preceded in death by father, Franklin “Bud” Leroy Gibson, brothers, Richard Gibson, and R.D. “Bo” Gibson, and sister Jackie Sue Gibson. Survivors include, son, Justin “Bub” Gibson, daughter, Tasha Gibson both of Agency, MO, mother, Rita Pauline Gibson, Agency, MO, great nephew, Tatum Shelter, several nieces and nephews, brothers, Frank Gibson, Agency, MO, David (Holly) Gibson, Napa, ID, and Ray Gibson, Agency, MO, sisters, Teresa Goldizen, Tammy Shelter, Faucett, MO, and Brenda Severson of Bend, OR.

Funeral services: 10:00 am, Friday, February 9, 2018 at Rupp Funeral Home, Rev. James Barnett 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 Dennis Gibson Memorial Fund, in care of the Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Frank L. Schuetz
1944-2018

Frank L. Schuetz, 73, died early Monday morning February 5, 2018, at Mosaic Life Care Center in St. Joseph, Missouri.

Funeral Services are planned for 2:30 p.m. Friday, February 9, at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, Hiawatha, with Pastor Rich Lehmkuhl, of the Eternal Hope Worship Center. Interment will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Hiawatha.

Friends may call at the funeral home after 10 a.m. Thursday. The family will meet with friends one hour prior to services.

Frank was born at Falls City, Nebraska, November 21, 1944, the son of the late Theodore and Lena Durfey Schuetz. He grew up at Falls City where he attended school. Growing up in the community he was active delivering newspapers, worked in the grocery stores, always had a job doing something. Frank did road construction a short time before going to work for Wilde Tool Co. in Hiawatha for 12 years. He worked for 25 years for Hammersmith Manufacturing in Horton before retiring in 2012.

Frank enjoyed wood working. He and Norma enjoyed watching football games together.

Frank married Norma Buckminster, February 3, 1963 in Falls City. They have made Hiawatha their home nearly all of their life where they raised their family. Together, they operated Walt & Jane’s Tavern in Hiawatha for 4 years. Norma survives.

Also surviving is a son Alan Schuetz (Connie) of Illinois; a son-in-law Roy Hartley of Hiawatha; two granddaughters: Emily and Kayla; 3 great-grandchildren, Kolby, Karter, and Korrie. A sister JoAnn Massey of Robinson, also survives.

Frank was also preceded in death by his daughter Paula Hartley; siblings, Bill, Jimmy, Gene, and Susie Elliott.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Frank Schuetz Memorial Fund, which may be sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th St., Hiawatha 66434.

Marvin Eugene Seager, Sr.
1935-2018

Marvin Eugene Seager, Sr., 82, Atchison, KS, passed away Sunday, February 4, 2018, at Midland Hospice House, Topeka, KS.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 AM Friday, February 9, 2018 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, with Fr. Jeremy Heppler, OSB as Celebrant. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. A Knights of Columbus Rosary will be recited at 6:00 PM, Thursday, February 8, 2018 with visitation following to 8:00 PM at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Memorials are suggested to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital or Food for the Poor 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.

Marvin was born February 26, 1935 in Atchison, KS, the son of Cyril and Edith (Gerardy) Seager. He graduated from Atchison High School in 1952 and served in the Army Reserves for six years. Marvin was a letter carrier for United States Postal Service for twenty-four and half years. He was a member of St. Benedict Parish, the Knights of Columbus, having served as PTO President on the Sacred Heart Church council during the consolidating of schools, the Letter Carriers Union, serving as the union secretary and shop steward for a number of years. Marvin enjoyed woodworking, having built his own home, furniture, toys. He also enjoyed yard work, traveling with family, serving as the Flyswatter Camping Club President.

Marvin married Edonna “Jane” Grand Pre on January 12, 1957, at Sacred Heart Church, Atchison, KS, she survives of the home. Additional survivors include three daughters; Marla (Luke) Jesnowski, Atchison, KS, Donna (Mike) Reno, Topeka, KS, Laura (Mike) Falk, Atchison, KS, three sons; Marvin “Gene” (Beckie) Seager, Atchison, KS, Brian (Joanne White) Seager, Atchison, KS, Terrance (Sheila) Seager, Fall City, NE, two brothers; Kenneth Seager, Wamego, KS, Duane (Sheila) Seager, Cameron, MO, a sister; Marilyn (Harold) Agnew, Lawrence, KS, eleven grandchildren and fifteen great grandchildren, two sister in laws, Thelma Seager and Marilyn Grand Pre, of Atchison, KS and a brother in law Arland (Sandy) Grand Pre, Cummings, KS.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a son; Marty Seager, two brothers; Harold and Donald Seager, Sister in law, Debra Grand Pre.

Margie Fergison
1946-2018

On this day, Monday February 5, 2018, Margie Lucille O’Dell Fergison 89, continued on her journey beyond the moon to meet with her beloved husband, Dean, to travel on to their eternal rest. Margie was born on Monday, November 12, 1928 on a farm in Bovee, South Dakota, daughter of the late Grace Amanda (Munn) and Alfred Henry Odell. Margie married Gerald Dean Fergison December 27, 1946. She was a devoted mother to their six children, a domestic engineer, a care giver to her father and sister Ethel O’Dell. Margie enjoyed her flowers, her friends and their Tuesday night get together, her family and grandkids and great grandkids. She was preceded in death by husband, Dean, her parents, two brothers, Owen, and Wayne Odell, six sisters, Charlotte O’Dell, Ethel O’Dell, Pearl Admire, Phyllis Penland, Violet Reum, and Faye Wyss. Survivors include, sisters Jean Munger and Nellie Mitchell, her children Linda (Jim) Turner, Clarksdale, MO, Joan (Larry) Longnecker, Seattle, WA, Patti (David) Elrod, Dean Jr. (LaDonna) Fergison, Rodney (Joy) Fergison, all of St. Joseph, and Leann (Dave) Courtney, Clarksdale, MO. Fourteen grandkids, twenty nine great grandkids, and three great great grandkids, all because two people fell in love. Funeral services: 10:00 am, Saturday, February 10, 2018 at Rupp Funeral Home, Rev. James Barnett officiating, The family will receive friends from 6 – 8 PM, Friday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Pleasant Ridge Cemetery, St. Joseph, Missouri. Memorials are requested in lieu of flowers to the Pleasant Ridge Cemetery please write checks to Rick McMillian cemetery caretaker. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

John Bernard Schaible
1950-2018

John Bernard Schaible, 67, answered His call, as a result of a fire at the family home near Fairview in the early morning of February 1, 2018.

John was born June 19, 1950 at St. Anthony Hospital in Sabetha, KS the son of Bernard Dale and Alice Jane Sterns Schaible. He graduated from Hiawatha High School in 1968 and attended Highland Community College, Kansas State University and Washburn University. John was married to Janet Boos on June 30, 1996. He spent his entire life on the family farm near Fairview and was known for having a generous heart and for his love for his many dogs over the years.

Surviving John are his brother James and wife Jeannie of Kansas City, MO; a niece Eva Schaible of San Francisco, CA and nephews: Collin Schaible of Sydney, Australia; Aidan and Nicholas Schaible of Kansas City, MO.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister-in-law Una Schaible; and his nephew, John Connor Schaible.

A Celebration of John’s life is planned for 11:00 a.m., Friday, February 16 at the United Church of Christ in Fairview with Pastor Shane Spangler officiating. The family will meet with friends after the services. A mass in John’s honor will be held at 4:00 p.m. Saturday, February 17 at Sacred Heart Church, Sabetha, KS.

Memorial contributions are suggested for the Brown County Humane Society or the Fairview-Walnut Volunteer Firefighters in care Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, 124 S 7th St., Hiawatha 66434, who is assisting the family with the arrangements.

Bill Junior Kerns II
1953-2018

Bill Junior Kerns II, 64, of Elwood, Kansas passed away Tuesday February 6, 2018 at his home. He was born July 26, 1953 in St. Joseph, Missouri. He served in the Marines Corp. He loved the outdoors, mushroom hunting, fishing, driving back roads, going to the casino, and spending time with his family and friends. Bill was preceded in death by his father, Billy (Margaret) Junior Kerns I, mother, Margaret Keck, sister, Elizabeth Gibson and grandson, Billy Junior Kerns, IV. He is survived by wife, Debbie Kerns of the home, daughter, Julia (Perry) Chilcoat, sons, Richard (Michelle) Weyer Sr., Shon (Jennifer) Sprake, and Billy (Krystal) Kerns, sisters, Dorothy (Lee) Caton, and Rita (Paul) Mitchell, brother, Roger (Betty) Cameron, grandchildren: Richard WeyerJr., Kaleb Kerns, and Brandon Kerns, Michelle Ricker, Samantha (David) Lawrence, Nicole Ritter, Katie (Nick) O’Donnell, Amy Markley, Cheyanne Chilcoat, Abby Chilcoat, Kristie Kerns, grandchildren, Brianna and Duncan, 2 step grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, several nieces, nephews, and cousins. The family will receive friends from 1-2 Friday, with memorial services following Friday, February 9, 2018 at 2:00 pm at the Rupp Funeral Home. He will be cremated under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. Memorials are requested to the Billy Kerns Memorial Fund in care of Rupp Funeral Home.

Sr. Mary Margaret (Theodore) Bunck
1923-2018

Sister Mary Margaret (Theodore) Bunck, OSB
Sister Mary Margaret (religious name Theodore) Bunck, OSB, 94, a Benedictine sister of Mount St. Scholastica, Atchison, Kansas, died Monday, February 5, 2018, at the monastery. The vigil service will be Sunday, February 11, at 7:00 p.m. in the monastery chapel, and the Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated there Monday, February 12, at 10:30 a.m.
Sister Mary Margaret was born in Everest, Kansas, on November 16, 1923. She attended a country school and Everest High School before entering the Mount community in 1945. On her personnel file, she listed work experience before entering as “farmer’s daughter: drove tractor, harvested crops, milked cows and many other activities.” She made her monastic profession in 1946. After earning a B.S. in education from Mount St. Scholastica College, she was a beloved and creative primary teacher for 42 years in Kansas, Missouri, and Iowa, making every child feel accepted and involved. She later did varied services in the monastery including gracious and cheerful chauffeuring for sisters unable to drive.
Sister Mary Margaret was preceded in death by her parents William and Anna Hrenchir Bunck, by her brothers William, Jr., Albert and Edward Bunck and her sisters Amy Bunck, who died at birth, Alma Cavanaugh and Jeanette Gronniger. She is survived by nieces, nephews and her monastic family. Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home (www.beckerdyer.com) is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be sent to Mount St. Scholastica or made online at the Mount’s web site (www.mountosb.org).

Bonnie June Cameron
1952-2018

Bonnie June Cameron, 65, of Atchison, KS, passed away Wednesday, February 7, 2018, at her home surrounded by her loving family.

Bonnie’s wishes were to be cremated and no services held. The family invites friends to celebrate Bonnie’s life with them on Saturday, February 10th, beginning at 1:00 PM at 1726 Santa Fe Terrace, Atchison. Memorial contributions in honor of Bonnie are suggested to the Kansas State School for the Blind and may be left in care of the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, who is handling the arrangements. Words of comfort and remembrance may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Bonnie June Cameron was born on February 17, 1952 in Atchison, the daughter of John and Betty (Jones) Cameron. Bonnie graduated from ACCHS in Effingham in 1970 and received her CNA (Certified Nurse’s Assistant) certificate from Northeast Kansas Area Vo-Tech, Atchison. Bonnie worked as a CNA at the Mt. St. Scholastica Dooley Center and Gran Villas in Atchison; she retired in 2015. Bonnie loved her grandchildren, nieces, and nephews and the time she got to spend with them. To those who knew Bonnie she was everyone’s ‘Nana’.

Bonnie and Roy Hale were married in 1970. They later divorced. Roy preceded her in death on December 8, 2015. Bonnie was also preceded in death by her parents; and brother, Bill Cameron.

Survivors include three daughters, all from Atchison, Jenny (Brian) Spilman, Cassandra Hale, and Shelly Werner; six grandchildren and five great grandchildren; sister, Mary Liggett; sister-in-law, Linn Cameron; many nieces and nephews.

Gerald H. “Jerry” Miner
1934-2018

Gerald H. “Jerry” Miner, 83, of Hiawatha, was born October, 30, 1934, in Brown County, one of four children born to the late Carl and Cordelia Snodgrass Miner. He passed away Wednesday, February 7, at the Sabetha Manor.

He grew up in the Reserve community where he attended District #83 country school prior to attending and later graduating from Reserve High School in 1952. Jerry served 8 years with the 2nd Battalion, 130th FA, Kansas Army National Guard of Hiawatha.

Jerry farmed for 22 years and then moved to Hiawatha to be a plumber, electrician for another 20 years. He had a love for old tractors and had a collection of over 50…his favorite were the John Deere’s. They hauled them from the states of Washington, Oregon, Colorado, Nebraska, Iowa, Missouri, Indiana, Kansas. Jerry belonged to a local tractor club for many years. He also loved to bowl, starting in 1965 until December of 2016. He loved to travel with Colorado being his favorite place to visit.

He married Mary Jane Baker, May 24, 1953. They had 3 children: Mary Ann, Carol, and Mike. His wife Mary survives of the home after 64 years of marriage.

Also surviving are two daughters: Mary Ann (C.J.) Breeding of Tucson, AZ, Carol Hanrahan of Muscotah; daughter-in-law Kathy Miner of Hiawatha; a sister Kathleen Smith (Larry) of Tonganoxie, KS; grandchildren: Craig Hayes (Tara), Jennifer Breeding (Michiel), Jessica Blush (Austin), Jon Middendorf (Brittany), Kyle Miner (Bre); and several great-grandchildren.

Jerry was preceded in death by his parents; a sister Laura Gibbs; his son Mike in 2011; and infant sister Carol.

Services are planned for 10:30 a.m. Monday, February 12, at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, Hiawatha, with Pastor Mike Dunaway of the NEK Partnership officiating. Interment will follow at Cornelison Cemetery, east of Reserve.

Friends may call after 10 a.m. Sunday where the family will meet from 3 until 5 Sunday afternoon.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Brown County Humane Society, Hiawatha Volunteer Fire Dept. or Brown County Ag Museum, which may be sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th St., Hiawatha 66434.

Dora Irene Ritzinger
1964-2018

Dora Irene Ritzinger 53, Tampa, Florida died Tuesday January 23, 2018 in Tampa. Born May 19, 1964, Clinton county. Preceded in death by father, James C Ritzinger, mother, Ethel L Ritzinger, daughter, Kimberly Proffit. Survivors include cousin, Rebecca Ritzinger of Helena, MO, daughter, Kelsey Proffit. Cremation under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. There are no scheduled visitation or memorial services at this time. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

Lois Herpich
1935-2018

TROY, KANSAS – Lois (Morris) Herpich, 82, of Troy, Kansas, surrounded by her family, entered the presence of her Lord Jesus Christ, Friday, February 9, 2018.

Lois was born on November 24, 1935 in Oregon, Missouri to Clarence and Lillian (Breckenridge) Morris. She was devoted to her family, returning to work after her youngest girls entered school. Lois worked as a nutritionist for Head Start in Troy before her retirement.

Lois attended the Christ Lutheran Church in Wathena, Kansas.

She married John Herpich on March 5, 1955 in St. Joseph, Missouri. He preceded her in death on September 25, 2006. She was also preceded by her parents, and siblings Louis Morris, Esther Drake, Richard Drake, George Drake, Floyd Drake, Pearl Meier and James Drake.

Lois is survived by her children; Pamela Cone (Lee) of St. Joseph, Missouri

Jon Herpich (Tammy) of Licking, Missouri

Laura Vittetoe (Mark) of Everest, Kansas

Jackie Kiehnhoff (Mark) of Wathena, Kansas

Jenny Hasenjaeger (Brad) of Bennet, Nebraska

Brother, Frank Morris of Holton, Kansas

Mother-in-law, Rosalee Herpich, Denton, Kansas

Grandchildren; Jodie Barks, Lacie Hammond, Captain Dakota Herpich USMC, Madelyn Vittetoe, Morgan and Brooke Kiehnhoff, Sawyer Hasenjaeger

Great-grandchildren; Kyson, Kayden, Kody, Emma and Savanna, and many nieces and nephews.

FUNERAL: Tuesday, February 13, 2018 – 11:00 A.M.

At: Christ Lutheran Church in Wathena, Kansas

Burial: Wolf River Cemetery #3 – Denton, Kansas

Visitation: family will receive friends 1 hour prior to the funeral service at the Christ Lutheran Church (10-11 AM)

Friends may call after 11:00 A.M. Monday, February 12, 2018 at Harman-Rohde Funeral Home, Troy, Kansas.

Memorials: Lois Herpich Memorial Fund

Shayne Edward Helm
1970-2018

Shayne Edward Helm 48, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Friday, February 9, 2018 at his residence. He was born January 9, 1970 in St. Joseph. He married Angie Hill Helm on October 24, 2003. He attended Benton High School. He worked for Strong Excavating & Concrete as a Construction Worker. He enjoyed camping, fishing, racing cars, and most of all he was a family man. Shayne was preceded in death by his father, Leon Helm and mother, Dixie Huffman Elledge. He is survived by wife, Angie Helm of the home, children: Mark (Sara) Alexander of Savannah, MO, Amber Helm of Kansas City, MO, Ashley Helm of Savannah, MO, Dalton (Kylie) Helm of Kansas City, MO, Derrick Nichols of St Joseph, Kurtis (Breanna) Helm of St. Joseph, Ryan Wilson of St. Joseph, Kirrah Canada of Oklahoma, Boston Wilson of the home, Bianka Helm of the home, and Shea-Lynn Helm of the home, brother, Johnny Helm of Savannah, MO, brother, Frankie (Jennifer) Helm of New York, NY, sister, Angie Helm of Savannah, MO, father-in-law, Michael (Autumn) Hill, mother-in-law, Mary (John) Brewer, and several nieces, nephews and cousins. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm on Tuesday at the Rupp Funeral Home. He will be cremated under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. Memorials are requested to the Shayne Helm Memorial Fund c/o Rupp Funeral Home.

Alice Marie Wessel
1943-2018

Alice Marie Wessel, 75, of Effingham, KS, passed away Thursday, February 8, 2018 at the Holton Hospital, Holton, KS.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 AM, Monday, February 12, 2018 at St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Effingham, KS, with Father Benjamin Tremmel, OSB as Celebrant. Burial will follow at St. Ann’s Catholic Cemetery. A Parish Rosary will be recited at 6:00 PM, Sunday, February 11, 2018 with visitation following until 8:00 PM at the church. Alice will lie-in-state from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Sunday, at the Becker Chapel 402 3rd St., Effingham, KS prior to the visitation. Memorials are suggested to St. Ann’s Catholic Church or Effingham Newsleaf 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.

Alice was born January 16, 1943 in Atchison County, KS, the daughter of Gerard “Hardy” and Ruth (Canderia) Wohletz. She graduated from Atchison County Community High School. Alice was mainly a housewife but had also worked for LFM in the office and Atchison Leather Products and Berger Company as a cutter and sewer. She was a member of the St. Ann’s Catholic Church, serving on the Altar Society, Happy Hour Club and Winsum Dozen Bunco Club. Alice enjoyed sewing and quilting, gardening and attending events of her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Alice married Jerry Wessel on February 4, 1961 at St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Effingham, KS; he preceded her in death on May 10, 2006. Survivors include a son, Mike Wessel, Effingham, KS, two daughters; Theresa and Gary Cattrell, Nortonville, KS, Margaret and Bruce Diehl, Wichita, KS, two brothers; Louis Wohletz, Lyndon, KS, Leo and Jan Wohletz, Denton, KS, a sister, Judy and Rex Logan, Eskridge, KS, three grandsons, Jason Cattrell, Randy (Alicia) Cattrell, Kevin (Ashley) Diehl and a great grandson, Ryan Keith.

She was also preceded in death by her parents.

James Matthews Jr
1935-2018

James Matthews Jr. 82 of DeKalb, Missouri, passed away Friday, February 9, 2018 in Saint Joseph, MO. He was born February 17, 1935 in Halls, MO, son of Rose and James Matthews. He graduated from DeKalb High School in 1953. He married Lula Belle Downing on June 24, 1955 in St. Joseph. He was a Truck Driver for Affiliated Foods for 40 years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, raising tobacco, seek & find puzzles, Humming Birds, Martins, and Wrens. James was a member of the Teamsters Local Union 460, Coyotes Hunters Club, and he was a Christian. James was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Luanna Garrett, a brother, Richard “Dickie” Matthews, and an infant baby sister. Survivors include, his wife, Lula Belle Matthews of the home, daughter, Jamie Lue (Michael) Kates of St. Joseph, MO, and a sister, Carol McDevitt of DeKalb, MO.
Funeral Services: 10:00 am Tuesday, Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor David Jordan officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 PM, Monday, Rupp Funeral Home. Interment; Westlawn Cemetery, DeKalb, MO. Memorials are requested to M’Shoogy’s Animal Shelter, Savannah, MO or DeKalb Christian Church Ladies Service Group.

David Lee Garber
1949-2018

David Lee Garber 69, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday morning, February 11, 2018 at his home under the care and help of Mosaic Hospice. He was born January 15, 1949 in St. Joseph, MO, son of Jean and Glenn Garber. He served in the Army. He had worked for Hillyard Chemical. He was a Boy Scout, a member of the 700 Bowling Club, enjoyed playing Bingo. David lived a full life and sometimes on the edge. He became a care giver for his grandmother Vivion before her passing. David was preceded in death by his father, and a brother, Rickey Garber. Survivors include, mother, Jean Garber of the home, daughter, Kim Barron of St. Joseph, MO, a son, Danny Runke, daughter, Cassie Garber of St. Joseph, MO, step-daughters, Keely & Kylee, 10 grandchildren and 2 brothers, Ron Garber of Branson, MO, and Roger Garber of St. Joseph, MO.
A Celebration of Life will be held from 6:00-8:00 PM Monday, February 12, 2018 at the Rupp Funeral Home. Memorials are requested to Mosaic Hospice.

Paul Moser
1928-2018

Paul Moser, 89, of Holton, Kansas, passed away on February 9, 2018, at St. Francis Hospital in Topeka.
He was born on August 1, 1928, in Troy, Kansas to Fred and Goldie Dittemore Moser.

Paul was a grade school educator, coach and principal for 42 years teaching at Whiting, Mayetta, Circleville and Jackson Heights. He established Little League baseball in Holton and was an avid sports fan and fisherman. He served as SSgt in the Kansas Army National Guard, 154th Field Artillery, 1st Battalion, as an expert rifle and pistol marksman. Paul was a life member of the NRA, a member of the Holton Lions Club, and a Melvin Jones Fellow.

Paul married Ila Rose Jenkins on August 16, 1951, in Highland, Kansas. She preceded him in death on March 8, 2015.

He was also preceded in death by his parents, his brothers and their spouses Raymond (Retta), Adam (Henrietta), and Harold (Floy), sisters-in-law Jody Shea and Rita Jenkins, and brother-in-law Bill Jenkins.

He is survived by his son Gregg, daughter Terri (Andy), grandson Dustin, sister-in-law Wanda Jenkins, nephews, nieces, and many cousins and friends.

Visitation will be on Thursday, February 15, 2018, from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Holton. A private remembrance will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, February 16th at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or American Heart Association, and may be sent in care of the funeral home, P.O. Box 1034, Holton, KS 66436.

Keith Ray “Poo-Bear” Kuykendall
1958-2018

Keith Ray ”Poo-Bear” Kuykendall, 59, of Atchison KS died on Sunday, Feb. 11, 2018 at the Atchison Hospital unexpectedly.

Funeral services will be 10:30am Thursday, Feb. 15th at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home with Rev. Jim Cormode officiating. Burial will follow in the Evergreen Cemetery, Effingham, KS. The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 pm, Wednesday, Feb. 14th, 2018 at the Becker Dyer Stanton Funeral Home, Atchison KS. Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Cancer Society and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Keith was born on April 15, 1958 in Holton, KS the son of Jess and Ileta (Hadway) Kuykendall. Keith served in the National Guard for 21 years. Mr. Kuykendall worked as a molder for Rockwell International, Atchison for forty years. He was a member of the First Christian Church, Atchison, KS , a member of the Steel Workers Union, the Lions Club, and enjoyed traveling, riding his tri-cycle, going to the casino, and helping family and friends being a shade tree mechanic and working on cars.

He was married to Cynthia L. Scott on April 8, 1978 at the Effingham Christian Church. She preceded him in death on March 7, 2000. Keith was later married to Linda Lewman on March 15, 2012. Linda survives of the home. Additional survivors include a son, Travis Kuykendall, Jacksonville, FL, three sisters, Leona (Don) Steuart, Effingham, KS, Diana (Jerry) Gearhart, Effingham, KS and Beverly (Dale) Gaddis, Effingham, KS, His parents, half brother, Leon Kenworthy, and a sister, Verna Jones, also preceded him in death.

James Harold Stagner
1941-2018

James Harold “Horse” Stagner 76, of Agency, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, January 31, 2018 at his home. He was born October 1, 1941 in Dearborn, MO, son of the late Emilla and Kemper Stagner. He retired from Purina Mills (Land of Lakes) as a Truck Driver. He enjoyed working on trucks and lawnmowers, coached softball and baseball, and loved old country music. James was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Karen Sue Stagner, grandchild, Cory Funk, and a sister, Shirley Maxwell. Survivors include, daughters, Kettra Stagner, St. Joseph, MO., Angela (Pat) Pritchett, Agency, MO, and Kerri Jo Stagner, Hampton, VA, grandchildren, Jeremy and Sean Kerns, Jessica Attberry, Nicholas and Logan Pritchett, Courtney Jensen, Samantha and MaeLeigh Funk, 20 great grandchildren.

Funeral services: 10:00 am, Monday, February 5, 2018 at Rupp Funeral Home, Rev. James Kerns 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 Agency Cemetery, Agency, Missouri. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Elaine F Endsley
1947-2018

Elaine F. (Hughs) Endsley 71, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, February 1, 2018 at Mosaic Life Care Hospital, in Saint Joseph, MO. She was born January 26, 1947 in Atchison, KS and spent her first years on the family farm raised by her mother and grandparents. Voted most humorous in her class, Elaine graduated from Benton High School in 1965 then married Jack Endsley on June 18, 1965. This summer would have marked 53 years together. Primarily a homemaker, Elaine enjoyed the brief time she worked at TG&Y in the fabric department. She took great pride in keeping a tidy home, sewing and baking and enjoyed a good book. Strong and quiet, Elaine loved her family with voracity. Her kind and generous spirit will live on in all who were fortunate to know her. Elaine was a member of the former Hyde Park Presbyterian Church. She was preceded in death by her parents Frances and Dale Bottorff and brothers Clifford Hughs and Jerry Bottorff. Survivors include husband William “Jack” Endsley of the home, daughter Kristin (Darrin) Hansen of St. Joseph, MO, son Kevin (Bridget) Endsley of Grimes, IA, grandchildren Paige (Kyle) Majorana, Hannah Pointer, Bradly Pointer and Kyle Endsley, great grandson Logan Majorana, brother Ron (Sharon) Bottorff of TN, aunt Edna Starbuck of Pasadena, TX and very best friends & caretakers Teresa Nordin, Judy McClure, and Connie Groom.

Funeral services: 2:00 pm, Monday, February 5, 2018 at the Rupp Funeral Home, Rev. Ron Cuny officiating, The family will receive friends from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Sunday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family requests others directly help a friend or family member in need with their time or treasure in Elaine’s memory. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Sister Mary Kratina, OSB
1924-2018

Sister Mary (Mary Arthur) Kratina, OSB, 93, a Benedictine sister of Mount St. Scholastica, Atchison, Kans., died Thursday, February 1, 2018, at the monastery. The vigil service will be Sunday, February 4, at 4:00 p.m. in the monastery chapel, and the Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated there Monday, February 5, at 10:30 a.m.

Sister Mary was born in Chicago, Ill., on April 2, 1924, but spent most of her childhood in the Rossville, Kan., area. After graduating from Immaculate Conception High School in St. Marys, Kan., she worked as a welder during World War II until entering the monastery in 1944. She earned her B.S. in education at Mount St. Scholastica College and M.S. in education at St. Louis University, and pursued further studies at the University of Detroit and Washburn University. She taught in area schools and was also a principal for several years. Later, she served in religious education for children and adults in several parishes, conducting workshops, leading prayer groups, and teaching in ecumenical settings, and also taught in St. Marys, Kan. Returning to Atchison in 1998, she was laundry supervisor for eight years.

Sister Mary was preceded in death by her parents Helen and John Kratina, and her brother George Kratina. She is survived by her brother John M. (Marjorie) Kratina, sister-in-law Patricia Kratina, the families of nieces Tammy (Dennis) Biswell of Wamego and Debra (Karim) Hazim of Topeka, and nephew John M. (Cynthia) Kratina of Topeka, and her monastic family. Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home (beckerdyer.com) is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be sent to Mount St. Scholastica or made online at the Mount’s web site (www.mountosb.org).

Harry Edgar Kiehl, Jr.
1948-2018

Harry E. Kiehl, Jr. 69, of Atchison, KS, passed away Wednesday, January 31, 2018 at Mosaic Life Care Center, St. Joseph, MO.

Funeral Mass will be 10:30 AM, Saturday, February 3, 2018 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Atchison, KS with Father Jeremy Heppler, OSB, as celebrant. Private family burial will be at a later date at Corpus Christi Cemetery. Family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 PM on Friday, February 2, 2018 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, Atchison, KS. Memorials are suggested to the Shriner’s and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www.beckerdyer.com.

Harry was born August 13, 1948 the son of Harry and Bette Cox (Robinson) Kiehl. He graduated from Atchison High School and served in the United States Airforce. Harry owned and operated Kiehl Trucking. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Elk’s and the VFW. Harry knew no stranger and could talk and visit with anyone and everyone. He enjoyed racing and participating in Truck Driving Championships having drove over eight million miles accident free and watching his grandkids.

Harry married Delores Cline on December 30, 1967, she survives of the home. Additional survivors include three sons; Harry (Jennifer) Kiehl, III, Atchison, KS, Tony (Kim) Kiehl, Atchison, KS, Chris (Tabitha) Kiehl, Atchison, KS, seven grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Emma Mae Rooney
1928-2018

Emma Mae Rooney, 89, of Hiawatha, died Thursday evening, February 1, 2018, at the Hiawatha Community Hospital.

She was born in Falls City, Nebraska March 22, 1928, one of four children born to the late George and Elizabeth Mackey Proctor and has lived in the Falls City/Hiawatha areas all of her life. She grew up at Falls City where she attended school.

Emma loved to fish, camp, and loved her children, grand children, and spending time with her great-grandchildren. She raised her grandchildren like they were one of her own.

She married Orlie “O.J” Rooney at Sabetha, October 20, 1958. They made Hiawatha their home all their married life where they raised their children and grand children. One of her most significant memory was when her and O,J, celebrated their 50th Anniversary.

Emma was preceded in death by her parents; husband Orlie “O.J.” in 2013; a sister Nellie LaCounte; two brothers Donald Proctor and Jimmy Proctor.

Survivors include her children: Lloyd Hawes, Jenny Rooney, Miranda Nadeau, Tonia Hawes; 7 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren.

Due to cold weather/snow in the forecast, the graveside will be held at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, Hiawatha, at 2 p.m. Tuesday, February 6, 2018. Youth Pastor Ryan VanPeureusm, of First Baptist Church, will officiate.

Friends may call at the funeral home after 10 a.m. Monday. The family will meet with friends one hour prior to services.

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

Jo Ann Wenger
1929-2018

Jo Ann Wenger, 88, of Topeka, formerly of Hiawatha, died Thursday, February 1, 2018, at Midland Hospice in Topeka.

She was born August 27, 1929, near Hiawatha, one of two children born to George Buckley and LaVena “Tillie” Wolf and has lived in the northeast Kansas area nearly all of her life. She grew up in Hiawatha where she attended Hiawatha Schools, later graduating from Hiawatha High School with the class of 1947. Jo Ann started working for the state of Kansas, Social & Rehabilitation Services in Hiawatha in 1960, retiring in 1994 after 34 years of service. She moved to Topeka to be near family in 2004.

Jo Ann attended the First Christian Church in Hiawatha. She enjoyed cooking, baking, sewing and crocheting, but she REALLY enjoyed her grandchildren!

Survivors include two daughters Pamela Karns (Chuck Wurtz) of Topeka, Peggy Hudson (Ralph) of Danville, Illinois; a son Patrick Wenger (Theresa) of Concord, California; 9 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren.

Jo Ann was preceded in death by her parents; and a brother Theodore Buckley.

Services are planned for 11 a.m. Friday, February 9, at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hiawatha. Pastor Dennis Fullbright of the First Christian Church will officiate. Interment will follow at the Hiawatha Cemetery.

Friends may call at the funeral home after 10 a.m. Thursday. The family will meet with friends one hour prior to services.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Hiawatha Cemetery or Alzheimer’s Association, which may be sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th St., Hiawatha 66434.

Audrey A. Bibb Kerns Clinton
1926-2018

Gainesville, MO. Audrey A. Bibb Kerns Clinton, 1926-2018, longtime resident of Wathena, Kansas passed away January 19, 2018, in Gainesville, Missouri, with family beside her.

She was born May 29, 1926, to Henry and Helen (Harrington) Bibb in Blair, Kansas. She grew up on the farm in a 2 room house with 6 siblings. She married at 23 years old to Ernest Kerns Sr. and they had two children. Later she married Forrest Clinton and they had one child. She worked at Noma Lites in St. Joseph, sold Raleigh products and Avon, plus cooked for several restaurants, retired from State Hospital in St. Joseph and did farm work after moving back to settle in Wathena, Kansas. She devoted her life to God and her children/grandchildren were everything to her. In her later years she resided with her daughter in Theodosia, Missouri.

Audrey was preceded in death by her parents, souses, son, Ernest Kerns Jr., her sisters, Mary Bibb, Mildred Bibb Bunch and Ella Bibb Koehler and brothers, Vincent Bibb and Joseph Bibb; grandchild, Tabitha Kerns and a great-grandson, Darren Richardson.

She is survived by daughters, Wanda (Kerns) Brown and husband Scott; and Daveta (Clinton) Monk and husband Charles, sister, Frances Bibb Carter, and brother, Henry Bibb and wife Betty. 7 grandchildren, plus greats and nieces and nephews, and many more she claimed.

Memorial service will be held February 10, 2018, 11:00 A.M. at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home, Wathena, Kansas.

Inurnment: Bellemont Cemetery.

Jeanne Lorie Nicholson
1934-2018

Jeanne L. Nicholson 84, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Friday, February 2, 2018 at a Saint Joseph, MO health care center. She was born January 5, 1934 in Kansas City and raised in King City, MO. She graduated from King City High School, and Missouri Western State University in 1980 with a degree in Computer Science. She worked at Wyeth Hardware, the American Angus Association when it started, and retired from Sprint after 20 years of service as a computer programmer. She enjoyed reading & camping at Big Lake, spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren, and she loved to decorate for all the holidays. Jeanne was a member of the Wesley United Methodist Church, and she sang in the church choir. She was preceded in death by her parents, a grandson, Michael Thomas, and a sister, Joy Blehm. She married Richard “Dick” Nicholson on February 14, 1974, and he survives of the home, additional survivors are sons, David Thomas, St. Joseph, MO, Joe Thomas, Agency, MO, daughters, Cindy (Steve) Newton and Leigh Ann Thomas-Whitsell all of St. Joseph, MO, step son, Brad Nicholson, Lawrence, KS, 9 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, and a sister, Judy (Dick) Wood of King City, MO.
Funeral Services: 11:00 am Tuesday, February 6, 2018 at Rupp Funeral Home, Rev. Jim Barnett officiating. The family will receive friends from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM on Tuesday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Maitland Cemetery, Maitland Missouri. Memorials are requested to Wesley United Methodist Church or to the Alzheimer’s Association.

Yvonne Laraine Seginak
1960-2018

Yvonne Laraine Seginak 57, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Thursday, February 1, 2018 at her home in Saint Joseph, MO. She was born August 21, 1960 in Sharon, PA, daughter of Helen & Charles Ray. She graduated from Brookfield, Ohio High School in 1979. She was a Domestic Engineer. She enjoyed gardening, crocheting, cooking, and spending time with her grandchildren. Yvonne was preceded in death by her parents, Charles & Helen Ray. She is survived by son, John (Angela) Seginak of St. Joseph, MO, daughter, Willo (Kevin) Kropf of Saint Joseph, MO, companion of 30 years, Bill Burns of Saint Joseph, MO, daughter, Desma Burns of Oklahoma City, OK, daughter, Jacque’ Daniel (Jeremy) Ellis of Rosendale, MO, daughter, Stephanie (Justin) West of Oklahoma City, OK, 12 grandchildren, brother, Danny (Pam) Ray of Sharon, PA, brother, Donny (Alice) Ray of Sharon, PA, brother, Michael Ray of Sharon, PA, sister, Janice (Bob) Justice of Cleveland, OH, and sister, Lisa Marie Ray of Sharon, PA, and several nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. She will be cremated under the care of the Rupp Funeral Home.

Richard “Rick” G. Davis Jr
1966-2018

Richard “Rick” G. Davis Jr 51, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Friday, February 2, 2018 at Mosaic Life Care Hospital. He was born March 25, 1966 in St. Joseph, MO. He graduated from Central High School and Hillyard Technical School, recently completing his Boiler Operator License. He worked as a Security Guard. He enjoyed fishing, motorcycles, working on cars, and hanging out with his family & friends. He was a very friendly and fun loving person, who would give the shirt off his back to anyone. Rick was preceded in death by his brothers, Randy and Jamie Davis. Survivors include, his long time companion, Christina Johnson of the home, father, Richard Davis, Sr., mother, Raline (Nolan) Greer, sons, Chance Davis, of the home, Michael Johnson and Cody (Alaina) Johnson, grandson, Malakai, brother, Rusty (Trisha) Davis, Kansas City, MO, and sister, Rachel (Troy) Manser, St. Joseph, MO. The family will receive friends from 6-8 pm Thursday to celebrate Rick’s life

Barbara L. Grossman
1934-2018

Barbara L. Grossman 83, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Saturday, February 3, 2018 at her home. She was born April 17, 1934 in St. Joseph, Missouri. Barbara was preceded in death by her father, Harold Bishop, mother, Vivian Gardner, son, Bob Higgins, and brother, Terry Bishop. Survivor include: daughters, Betty Higgins of the home, Cindy Winger and Terrie Sweet, son, David Daniels, 4 Grandchildren, 5 Great Grandchildren, and 6 Great-Great Grandchildren. Ms. Grossman will be cremated under the care of the Rupp Funeral Home.

Janice D. Smith
1934-2018

Janice D. Smith, 84, of Atchison KS died on Sat. Feb. 3, 2018 at the Atchison Senior Village.

Funeral services will be 10:30 am on Thursday, Feb. 8th, 2018 at the Trinity Lutheran Church with Rev. Robert Ziegler, Officiating. Burial will follow in Mt. Vernon Cemetery, Atchison, KS. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8: 00 pm on Wednesday, Feb. 7th, 2018 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home. Memorial contributions are suggested to Trinity Lutheran School Endowment Fund and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Janice D. Bryan was born on Jan. 6, 1934 in Atchison, KS the daughter of Virgil and Charlotte (Thompson) Bryan. She attended Atchison Schools and had worked for the Horton Garment Factory for 7 years. Mrs. Smith also owned and operated a day care for children in her own home for over 26 years before retiring. She was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church, the Altar Guild, was a former Sunday School Teacher, a Kennedy Caller, former Cub Scout Den Leader for Pack 94, Trinity and member of Pastor Ziegler’s Adult Bible Class. She enjoyed dancing, bird watching, traveling and especially her children and grandchildren.

She was married to JohnW. (Bill) Smith on Nov. 19, 1949 in Troy, KS, they were later divorced. Survivors include a son Rodney (Sherri) Smith, Atchison, KS, a sister, Shirley Jones, Rushville, MO, half sister, Linda (Jim) Miller, Atchison, KS, four grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren. and several nieces and nephews. Her parents, a son, William Steven Smith, and a brother, William Goodwin and special friend, John Curry also preceded her in death.