Beverly June Forrester
1939-2017

Beverly June Forrester, 77, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Thursday, September 21, 2017. She was born December 14, 1939 in St. Joseph, Missouri, daughter of the late Theda & Dewey Coy. She graduated from Benton High School, and worked with her husband at the Frontier Credit Plan in Savannah, MO as a co-owner/operator. She served in the United States Army, and attended the Word of Life Church. Beverly was preceded in death by her husband, Bobby Ray Forrester Sr., her parents, a son, Bobby Forrester Jr., and a brother, Dewey “Sonny” Coy. She is survived by daughter, Lori Forrester, St. Joseph, MO, grandsons, Bobby Ray Forrester, St. Joseph, MO and Kenny Lee (Marissa) Forrester, Joplin, MO, brother, Richard Coy, St. Joseph, MO, sisters, Gay Sisk, St. Joseph, MO, Trudy Angst, St. Joseph, MO, Sharon Berten, Gallatin, MO, Linda Vestal, Kansas City, MO, and Judy (Jim) Ellis, St. Joseph, MO. The family will receive friends from 1-2 pm Thursday with a Memorial Service to be conducted at 2:00 pm Thursday, September 28, 2017 at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Inurnment will be at the King Hill Cemetery.

Joseph Burton Goin Jr
1958-2017

Joseph Burton Goin Jr. 58, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Friday, September 22, 2017 at his home. He was born December 3, 1958 in St. Joseph, Missouri. He attended Central High School, and worked at Albaugh and the St. Joseph News Press. He enjoyed riding horses, going to concerts, and having a good time. Joe was preceded in death by his father, Joseph B Goin Sr., and 1/2 brother, Curt Attebury. He is survived by mother, Madge Attebury, wife, Chris Goin, St. Joseph, sons, Aaron (Jennifer) Goin and Jeremiah Goin, St. Joseph, three grandchildren: Destiny, Jaydn, and Carson Goin, step brothers, Mike, Mark, and Norman Attebury, sister, Debbie (Rick) Weyer, St. Joseph, step sister, Debbie Attebury, St. Joseph, half sister, Wendy Attebury of Oregon state, Caretaker, Angela Sleeth, good friend, Terry Corder, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. The family will receive friends from 2-3 pm Wednesday with a Memorial Service starting at 3:00 pm Wednesday, September 27, 2017 at the Rupp Funeral Home.

Glenda Jean Rowlett
1943-2017

Glenda Jean Rowlett, 74, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Thursday, September 21, 2017 at her home in St. Joseph. She was born March 13, 1943 in St. Joseph, Missouri, daughter of Alice & Everett Rowlett. She was a homemaker. Glenda enjoyed sewing, gardening, garage sales, knitting, taking care of people, and spending time with her grandchildren. She was a Christian. Glenda was preceded in death by her parents, a son, Rick Akins, 3 brothers, Stanley Rowlett, Ronnie Rowlett, and Jimmy Townsend, and a sister, Barbara Williams. She is survived by daughter, Theresa (David) Larabee, son, Terry (Shelley) Akins, daughter, Elizabeth Ballard all of St. Joseph, MO, 8 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren, 7 great-great grandchildren, 4 sisters, Kay (Larry) Campbell of St. Joseph, MO, Roxanna (Ali) Aramjoo of Kansas City, MO, Jerri (Ralph) Roach, St. Joseph, MO, and Cindy (Allen) Tillery of Kansas CIty, MO, several nieces, nephews and cousins. Celebration of Life from 1:00 – 4:00 P.M. Sunday, September 24, 2017 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 4715 Frederick Blvd., St. Joseph, MO. She will be cremated under the care of the Rupp Funeral Home.

Patricia A. Wiedmer
1944-2017

Troy, Kansas – Patricia A. (Weber) Wiedmer, 73, of Troy, Kansas passed away Thursday, September 21, 2017 at the Wathena Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Wathena, Kansas.

She was born in Leona, Kansas to Edward and Anna Belle (Sharp) Weber. She graduated from Wathena High School in 1962 and married Rodney Wiedmer in August of 1965, and they shared 52 wonderful years together.

Pat worked at Douglas Candy Company in St. Joseph until they closed down and provided home daycare for many children for a number of years. She later worked at Nelson Hometown Pharmacy in Troy and later retired as a cook at the Troy School District.

She loved her family first and foremost and enjoyed travel to the Western Mountain States, and Branson, Missouri.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Pat is survived by her husband, Rodney Wiedmer of the home.
Son, Michael Wiedmer and Julie of St. Joseph, Missouri.
Daughter, Kimberly Nelson and Eric of Sandy, Utah.
Five grandchildren, Mackenzie, Drew and Dallas Wiedmer
Molly and Aidan Nelson
One great-grandchild, Mya Wiedmer
Sister, Janet Israel and Rick of Wathena, Kansas
Uncle, Aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

As to Patricia’s wishes there will be no funeral, Visitation at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Troy, Kansas from 6-8 P.M. Sunday, September 24th 2017. Friends may call after 12 noon Saturday.
A graveside service at Mount Olive Cemetery, South of Troy, Monday, September 25th 2017 at 10:30 A.M.
In Lieu of flowers the family suggest memorial contributions to Troy Ambulance Service or Breast Cancer Research.

Deborah Ehret Reyes
1951-2017

Deborah “Debbie” Louise Ehret-Reyes, 66 of Lenexa, KS passed away unexpectedly Friday, September 22, 2017 at her home.

Memorial service will be 2:00 PM Tuesday, September 26, 2017 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home with Rev. Matt Broxterman and Warden Cline officiating. Family will receive friends prior to the service from 1:00 to 2:00 PM at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to Tyler’s Fund and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www.beckerdyer.com.

Debbie was born March 3, 1951 in Atchison, KS the daughter of Delbert “Dub” and Marion (Martin) Ehret. She was a Para Legal for the Lansing Correction Facility and was an area director for the March of Dimes. Debbie was an avid K-State, Chiefs, and Royals fan. She supported the Down Syndrome Guild of Greater Kansas City, but her biggest love was her grandchildren.

Survivors include a daughter, Beth Galley, Austin, TX, a son Paul Ehret, Oklahoma City, OK, her parents, Dub and Marion Ehret, Atchison, KS a brother, Marty and Leslie Ehret, Wichita, KS, two sisters, Nancy and Tim Beattie, Olathe, KS, Sara Laurie, Atchison, KS, four grandchildren, Darian Glenn, Tyler Galley, Parker Ehret Sauer, Grant Ehret, three step children Peridot Lucas, Tenyll Reyes, Mychael Reyes, and two step grandchildren Reanna Lucas and Noah Lucas.

Wanda Hisle
1919-2017

Wanda B. Hisle, 97, Atchison, KS, passed away Friday, September 22, 2017 at the Atchison (KS) Senior Village.

Graveside Funeral services will be 11:00 AM, Wednesday, September 27, 2017 at Sunset Memory Gardens Cemetery, Atchison, with her grandson-in-law, Rev. Paul Ort, officiating. Visitation will be from 10:00 to 11:00 AM, Wednesday, at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the First Christian Church. Words of condolence and remembrance may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Wanda Bebe Yahn was born November 12, 1919 in Atchison, the daughter of William F. and Octa (Hulett) Yahn. Wanda graduated from Atchison High School and attended the former St. Louis Business College in Atchison. Wanda was a homemaker and bookkeeper for her husband’s business, Hisle Construction. Wanda enjoyed making rag rugs; needlework, gardening, and her collection of Indian relics are on display at the Atchison County Historical Museum. Wanda was the oldest member of the Atchison First Christian Church, Disciples of Christ.

Wanda and William Charles ‘Dub’ Hisle were married on November 22, 1940 at Platte City, MO. After sixty-five years of marriage, he preceded her in death on August 25, 2006. Wanda was also preceded in death by her parents and a son-in-law, Henry Webb.

Survivors include two daughters, Karen Sue (Jerry) Hundley, Lawson, MO and Sally Susan Webb, Atchison; sister, Billie L. (Butch) Fisher; ten grandchildren, Curtis (Rose) Webb, Kory (Ann) Webb, Tohnya (Rod) Aversman, all of Atchison, Spring (Paul) Ort, Egg Harbor City, NJ, Jerry Hundley, Jr., Niki Hundley, and Christian Hundley, all of Lawson, Sunshine(Damien) Wible, Platte City, MO, Temple Hundley and Noel Hundley, both of Smithville, MO; eight great grandchildren, Hank Webb, Jake Webb, Abby Webb, Corby Aversman, Riley Aversman, Alicia Ort, Jessicia (Scott) Rodeheaver, Ethan Gates; two step great grandchildren, Gevin Wible and Jordan Wible; one great great granddaughter, Emma Myers.

Michael Julian Huffer
1947-2017

Born on September 16, 1947, Michael Julian Huffer, also known as, “Mike” or “Iron Mike,” as he laughingly nicknamed himself passed away suddenly on Friday night, September 22, 2017. Mike was a simple man. He was content with very little and always happiest when visiting, laughing with friends and family and playing music. At a very early age in life, Mike recognized he was blessed with the gift of music and this became his passion. He completed his studies and earned a degree in sociology at Missouri Western State University. Although, his one true passion in life would always be his love for music and entertainment. He played piano, bass guitar, B3 Hammond organ, and had a strong voice that barely needed a microphone. Some of his favorite musicians were Nat King Cole, Louis Prima, The Blue Brothers, Louie Armstrong, James Brown, Johnny Mathis, and a countless number of old blues and jazz bands. Mike will be remembered for his unique musical talent and his ability to connect with people and develop friendships everywhere he went. He was also a man of God who embraced people of all religions. He regularly attended both a Jewish synagogue and played in a band at a Christian church. He had a heart miles deep; he kept a prayer journal with long lists of people that he’d pray for every morning. He knew the power of prayer and prioritized it in his life. Mike’s daughter Sarah was the “apple of his eye” whom he cherished and passed along his gifts of music, generosity, and love of people. He was always quick to brag about Sarah because of the extraordinary amount of love he had, and will continue to have for her. Mike treated his son-in-law Seth as if he were his own, and he was overwhelmed with joy when his grandson Nixon Jude came into this world on June 26, 2015. He purchased a children’s book club membership and to this day, Sarah and Seth receive a monthly book addressed to “Master Nixon Hobart.” This is just one of many examples of how Mike expressed his kindness, and love to those close to him. Mike was one of 9 siblings in total. He was preceded in death by his parents, Tura Fanning and Forest Huffer; brothers David Huffer, Lewis Mules; and sisters Joy Homan, Jeanette Kontomitras, and Carmen Huffer. Survivors include his daughter Sarah Hobart, son-in-law Seth, grandson Nixon Jude, sister Deanna Potts, brothers John Huffer, Thomas Huffer, numerous cousins, nieces, and his “honorary granddaughter” Paige Schubert. Funeral Services will be 10 am Wednesday, September 27, 2017 at the Rupp Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 6-8 pm Tuesday, at the Rupp Funeral Home, The interment will be at the Mount Olivet Cemetery. online condolence and obituary www.ruppfuneral.com

Tina Marie Gill
1961-2017

Tina Marie Gill 55, of Saint Joseph, Missouri died Tuesday September 19, 2017. She was born December 30, 1961 in St. Joseph, Missouri daughter of the late Sharon & Robert Kunzler. She graduated Benton High School, and was a homemaker. Survivors include husband, Charles Gill of the home, daughter, Lacey Gill, grandchildren, Sophia and Joseph, brothers, Scott and Carl Kunzler, sisters, Debbie Kunzler, Tammy Damgar, and Tracy Roberts. She will be cremated under the care of the Rupp Funeral Home. Memorials are requested to the Tina Gill Memorial Fund in care of Rupp Funeral Home.

Shelly Jean Athay
1968-2017

Shelly Jean Athay, 49, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Tuesday, September 19, 2017 at her home.
She was born January 16, 1968 to William and Mary (Borden) Athay. Shelly enjoyed walking, cooking, and baking and loved animals.
She fought a courageous battle for the past eight years with Stiff Person Syndrome, an auto-immune disease.
She was preceded in death by her father; grandparents, Alfred and Irene Borden.
Survivors include her mother, Mary (Ruth) Athay; sister, Kelly Jo Chaney; nephews, Preston, Brandon and Alex Chaney, Scott Huff, Scott and Chris Borden.
Farewell Services 3:00 P.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Inurnment Whispering Pines Cremation Garden Garden at St. Joseph Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 1:30 to 3:00 P.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family request donation’s to The Friends of The Animal Shelter. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Agnes Leahy
1940-2017

Agnes F. Leahy, 77 of Atchison, KS, passed away Thursday, September 21, 2017 at her home.

Memorial service will be 2:00 PM, Saturday, September 30, 2017 at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, Atchison, KS, with Rev. Dinah Dutta officiating. Burial will follow at Sunset Memory Gardens, Atchison, KS. Family will receive friends prior to the service from 1:00 to 2:00 PM at the church. Memorials are suggested to St. Mark’s Lutheran Church and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Online condolence may be left at www.beckerdyer.com.

Agnes was born on March 24, 1940 in Atchison, KS, the daughter of Alvin and Florence (Patterson) Thomas. She graduated from Atchison High School 1958. Agnes worked for USD 409 in food services and also was a Para for preschool at the Atchison YMCA. She was lifetime member of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, having served on Altar Guild and WELCA. Agnes was also a member of Retired School Personnel. She enjoyed cooking and going to Coffee Club every Wednesday.

Agnes married Lawrence L. Leahy in September of 1963; he preceded her in death in 1990. Survivors include a daughter; Lynnette and Scott Shannon, Fairway, KS, a son, Shawn Leahy, Atchison, KS, and a sister Alice and Jim Murray, Atchison, KS.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, an infant son, Lawrence Leahy and an infant daughter, Theresa Leahy.

Monty Ray Sellers
1968-2017

Monty Ray Sellers was born August 5, 1968, in Council Bluffs, Iowa to Pebel Odelia Sellers.

Monty was known for his love of music and movies, and his friends knew they could always go to him with any questions they had with movie or music trivia.

After high school, Monty enlisted in the U.S. Army and served in Somalia, Korea, and Operation Desert Storm. He served from November 18, 1986 until he was honorably discharged on April 25, 1994.

Monty worked for 12 years at the Hiawatha Community Hospital and enjoyed bringing joy to the patients that he encountered while he worked there. He also enjoyed DJ’ing and was the owner of Mo and T DJ Service, serving many weddings and school dances.

Monty passed away on September 11, 2017, leaving behind his wife Teresa Sellers and sons, Liam Sellers, Gage Sellers, and step-daughters Cortney Joslin, Desiree Herling, and Katelyn Herling.

A memorial service is planned for Sunday, September 24th, from 2-4 p.m. at the First Baptist Church Family Life Center, at 210 Lodge Road in Hiawatha, Kansas. Family and friends are invited to bring stories and memories of Monty to the service.

Memorials are suggested in lieu of flowers, and can be sent to Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, 124 S 7th St., Hiawatha, who is assisting the family.

Hubert “Hank” Henry Macier Jr.
1929-2017

Hubert “Hank” Henry Macier Jr. 88, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Thursday September 21, 2017. He was born February 20, 1929 in Scottsbluff, Nebraska son of the late Hazel & Hubert Macier. He graduated from Central high school, and served in the United States Marine Corp and is a Veteran of the Korean War. He was a Truck Driver for Leonard Brothers Trucking and retired from the Teamsters Union. He enjoyed woodworking, loved yard work, and was very involved with his grandchildrens activities. Hank was a member of Scottish Rite, and the Moila Shrine Temple. He was preceded in death by his parents, and wife, Margaret Louise Macier. He is survived by daughter, Denise (Chuck) Sims, Saint Joseph, grandchildren, Joshua, Alison, Amanda Sims, cousins, Jeff and Hot Rod Drennen, nieces, Patricia (Tom) Ashlock, St. Joseph, MO, and Gigi Binnicker, Kansas City, MO, his special caregiver, Samantha Brown, as well as several other cousins. Mr. Macier has bequeathed his body to science, there will be a graveside inurnment service at the Leavenworth National Cemetery at a later date. Services under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home.

John E. Kessler, Sr.
1942-2017

John E. Kessler, Sr., 75, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Wednesday September 20, 2017 at his home.
He was born January 9, 1942 in Buchanan County, MO to Raymond and Gertrude (Till) Kessler.
John married Brigitte Raciborski July 21, 1962, she survives of the home.
He was owner and operator of Kessler Sales. John was a member of Seven Dolors Catholic Church and St. Joseph Boat and Yacht Club.
He enjoyed fishing, boating, antique cars, and most of all telling stories.
John was preceded in death by his parents.
Additional survivors include children, Julie Capoot (Steve), Patty Bullimore (John), Donna Bullimore (Joe) and John Kessler (Marites); 11 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; brother, Robert Kessler (Charlene); and numerous nieces and nephews.
Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 A.M. Saturday, Seven Dolors Catholic Church. Interment Mount Olivet Cemetery. Parish Rosary 6:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. The family will gather with friends 6:30 to 8:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family request donations made to Seven Dolors Catholic Church. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Wanda “Aunt” Beth Davis
1925-2017

Wanda “Aunt Beth” Davis, 92, Maryville, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, September 20, 2017, at Maryville Living Center..
She was born July 25, 1925, to Martin Hurvey Weston and Ora Frances Burchett in Graham, Missouri.
Wanda was a graduate of the 1943 class at Graham High School.
She married Robert Turner Davis on October 24, 1946. They were married over seventy years.
Many people remember Aunt Beth from the children’s ministry she and Uncle Bob conducted for over forty years. They began their ministry at the Maryville Assembly of God, where they served for several years. Then in 1963 they moved to Miami, Florida where they served as Children’s Pastors on staff at Central Bible Church for 18 years. During that time they also traveled around the USA and to the Bahama Islands, conducting kids crusades and camps. After returning to Missouri they served as children’s pastors at Maitland Christian Church for several years.
Wanda was a member of the Maitland Christian Church.
She enjoyed crafts and made many of the visual aids they used in children’s ministry.
Wanda was preceded in death by her parents, a granddaughter, six brothers and two sisters.
Survivors include a son, James (wife, Bonnie) of Maryville; a daughter, Terry Morris (husband, Jerry) of Broken Arrow, OK; six grandsons, Joseph, Robert, Mark, Michael, Madison and Matthew, fourteen great-grandchildren; three great-great grandchildren, and one sister, Marcine Blume.
Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Saturday, Maitland Christian Church. Interment Bethany Christian Church Cemetery, Barnard, Missouri. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Friday, at Maitland Christian Church, Maitland, MO. Services under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory, St. Joseph. Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to Maitland Christian Church. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Patrick Eugene Owens
1967-2017

Patrick Eugene Owens 50, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, September 19, 2017 at his home. He was born April 22, 1967 in St. Joseph, MO, son of Patricia and Larry Owens. He worked at Liberty Fruit in the production department. He was a Ham Radio, and C.B radio operator known as “Big Rick”. He enjoyed restoring cars and collecting model cars and Hot Wheels, he was a Christian. Patrick was preceded in death by father, Larry Owens. Survivors include, mother, Patricia “Tricia” Owens of the home, aunts, Jean Ezzell and Nadine Kepner, St. Joseph, MO, uncle, J.T. Adair, brother, Roy James, Springfield, step brother, Ronald C. Smith Jr., St. Joseph, former daughter in law, Naomi Bird, St. Joseph, MO, nieces, Zaynikka and Ziesha, nephews, Zarien and Nikko.
The family will receive friends from 1-3 pm Thursday, with funeral services to be conducted at 3:00 pm, on Thursday, September 21, 2017 at Rupp Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM on Thursday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Mr. Owens will be cremated following the funeral service.

Ernest D. “Ernie” Roland
1917/2017

Ernest “Ernie” Doyle Rowland, of Hiawatha, was born March 2, 1917, at Barnesdoll near Bartlesville, Oklahoma, one of four children born to Elmer and Delmalutha “Delma” Spyres Rowland. Ernie died Monday evening, September 18, 2017, at Maple Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of Hiawatha. He celebrated his 100th birthday in March.

Ernie’s family moved to Stillwater when he was a youngster and grew up and attended schools there, graduating from Stillwater High school with the class of 1936. He attended A&M College (now Oklahoma State University) for a time. He was drafted into the U.S. Army during World War II, serving in Europe, landing at Normandy; France after the D-Day beachhead had been secured, with the 80th Infantry Division “Blue Ridge Mountain Boys,” until being wounded in the “Battle of the Bulge.” He later was transferred to the 1st Infantry Division “Big Red One”, and was assigned to the Palace of Justice in Nuremberg, Germany as a Military Policeman, during the war trails. He was discharged at the rank of sergeant in 1946. Ernie returned to Oklahoma where he worked as a foreman for Fairmont Creamery in the poultry division for 17 years, first at Guthrie, OK and later Alliance, NE. He later worked for the USDA Poultry Division grading branch as an inspector, specializing in egg products in Hutchinson, Topeka, prior to transferring to Hiawatha. He received several citations and awards in this work prior to retiring in 1984.

Mr. Rowland was a longtime member of First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) of Hiawatha; the Odd Fellows Lodge; the Homer-White Post #66 American Legion – Hiawatha; a life time member of Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post in Kansas City, MO; a life member of the Disabled Veterans of America (DAV) and the Hiawatha McDonald’s Coffee Club. Since the Rowland’s lived, next door to Bethany United Church of Christ, they attended there at times through the years. In his younger years, while he and Marcedes lived in Wichita, he was also a volunteer fire fighter. Ernie was on the Board of Directors for many years for Living Waters Ranch, on Tuttle Creek Reservoir near Osceloa, KS. Ernie enjoyed fishing, camping, and being outdoors enjoying God’s Creation.

He married Marcedes Thelma White at Stillwater, OK, in 1937. They lived in various places due to Ernie’s work, settling in Hiawatha in the fall of 1971, where they raised their son Mark, a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. Marcie died on September 14th 1999. Ernie continued to live at home on Shawnee Street, until moving to Maple Heights two years ago.

Survivors include their son Mark Edgar Rowland of Roswell, New Mexico; two grandchildren: Lukas Kyle Rowland of Montreal, Canada and Kiera Elise Rowland of Arnaudville, LA; several nieces and nephews.

Ernie was preceded in death by his parents Elmer and Delma; two sisters Lucille of Guthrie, OK and Mildred of Cushing, OK, and a brother Carl of Leadville, CO, who was a Marine survivor of the December 7th 1941, Attack on Pearl Harbor.

A Celebration of Ernie’s life is planned for 2:00 p.m. Friday, September 22, at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hiawatha, with Shane Spangler and Bill Worcester, to officiate. Burial will be at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Hiawatha, with military honors a courtesy of the Brown County Veterans Honor Guard.

Friends may call at the funeral home after 10:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. Thursday, September 21. The family will meet with friends one half hour prior to services.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Brown County Veterans Honor Guard, sent in care of the funeral home.

Robert M. “Bob” Parks
1924-2017

Hiawatha, KS Robert M. “Bob” Parks, 92, of Hiawatha, died with family by his side, Tuesday morning, September 19, 2017, at his home.

Among survivors are his wife Patricia of the home.

Friends may call after 10 a.m. Thursday, at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, where a parish rosary will be recited at 6:30 P.M., followed by the family receiving friends until 8 p.m.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Ann Catholic Church at 10 a.m. Friday, September 22, with Father Dan Gardner as celebrant. Cremation will follow mass with private family inurnment at a later date at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Hiawatha.

Laura Bartlett
1931-2017

Laura M. “Peg” Bartlett, 86, of Atchison, KS, passed away Monday, September 18, 2017 at the Medicalodge of Atchison, KS.

Memorial service will be 11:00 AM Friday, September 22, 2017 at Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, Atchison, KS, with Rev. Nancy J Kollhoff. Family will receive friends prior to the service from 10:00 to 11:00 AM at the funeral home. Burial will be 9:00 AM Tuesday September 26, 2017 at Leavenworth National Cemetery, Leavenworth, KS. Memorials are suggested to help flood victims in Texas and Florida and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www.beckerdyer.com.

Peg was born on February 25, 1931, in Lawrence, KS, the daughter of William “Bill” and Catherine (Upchurch) Roe. Her family had many moves until settling in Shawnee Mission. Peg graduated from Shawnee Mission High School in 1949; she then attended Baker University in Baldwin, KS for a year then Kansas University for a year. Peg worked for her father at Bill Roe Café which is where she met the love of her life, Bob Bartlett. Together they had six children. Peg worked as a secretary for North West Mutual of KCMO before becoming a stenographer for them. She enjoyed playing bridge, liked going to the casino, and enjoyed spending time and boating at Bean Lake during the summer. Peg was the recreation director for Atchison when she first moved to town and also worked in the kitchen at USD 409 school district.

Peg married Robert Eugene ‘Bob’ Bartlett on August 31, 1951; he preceded her in death on June 11, 2010.
Survivors include three sons; Jim and Jane Bartlett, Atchison, KS, Tom and Kim Bartlett, Atchison, KS, Steve and Karen Bartlett, Camden Point, MO, two daughters; Margo and Dave Schuler, Severance, CO, Sandy and Mark Dennis, Oakley, KS, a brother Bill and Donna Roe, Atchison, KS, eighteen grandchildren, and numerous great grandchildren a sister in law, Leni Roe, Lawrence, KS.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, a son, David Bartlett, a brother George Roe and a sister; Frances Roe.

Cecil Reid Swink
1924-2017

Cecil Reid Swink, 92, Savannah, Missouri, passed away Monday, September 18, 2017, at a health care facility.
He was born September 28, 1924 in Helena, Missouri to James and Margaret (Selecman) Swink. Cecil was their 13th child.
Cecil attended Black Oak Country School, and then later went to Union Star High School where he graduated in 1942.
He served in the U.S. Army Engineers during World War II. When Cecil returned home, he and Ida Ellen Smith married on December 21, 1946, she survives of the home. They farmed two farms near King City, Missouri before moving into town where they raised four children.
Cecil was a member of the First Baptist Church in King City, Missouri.
He retired from American Family Insurance, St. Joseph, Missouri after over 30 years. He was the lead printer; printing letter heads, etc for the company.
Cecil was always a farmer. He loved being out in his garden, he planted one every year. Guess he just loved to play in the dirt!
He was preceded in death by his parents; eleven brothers and sisters.
Additional survivors include daughter, Joyce Lowrance (Gary), Savannah, Missouri; sons, Dale Swink (Rebecca), Meridian, Idaho, Dennis Swink (Mary), Dwaine Swink, Savannah, Missouri; sister, Henrietta Fair, Savannah, Missouri; 7 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; 2 great-great grandsons; numerous nieces and nephews.
Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to Mosaic Hospice or donor’s choice. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Joan R. Coté
1924-2017

Joan R. Coté, 93, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, September 17, 2017, at her home.
She was born July 30, 1924, in Dawson, Iowa, to Gustav W. Kruta and Edna M. Miner.
Joan married J. Conrad Coté May 18, 1946. He preceded her in death August 17, 2009.
She worked for Crouch Brothers and later at Industrial Heating (IHP) and retired in 1986. She was a member of the St. Joseph Cathedral Catholic Church and St. Ann’s Altar Society.
Joan was an avid bridge and pitch player. She enjoyed sewing, fishing, traveling, and visiting her children and family.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and eldest son, Joseph (J.C.) Conrad Coté II.
Survivors include her children, Vicki Ortman (Kenneth), Dana Coté (Susan), and Eric Coté (Linda); seven grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 A.M. Friday, St. Joseph Cathedral Catholic Church. Interment 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, September 26, Leavenworth National Cemetery. Parish Rosary 6:00 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. The family will gather with friends 6:30 to 8:00 P.M., Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory, where friends may call after 4 P.M. Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to the St. Joseph Cathedral Catholic Church or its food pantry. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Orion “Bud” Williams, Jr.
1925-2017

HOYT – Orion “Bud” Williams, Jr., 92, of Hoyt, died Sunday, September 17, 2017 at Manor Care Health Services in Topeka.

He was born July 2, 1925 at Hoyt, the son of Orion and Margaret Evans Williams. He graduated from Hoyt High School in 1943. After high school he entered the U.S. Army Air Corps, serving as an aircraft mechanic.

After the service, Bud farmed and worked as a mechanic at various shops. He then worked as a mechanic for OHSE Meat Company and also drove their trucks. In 1972 he moved his family to Big Bear Lake, California where they operated a Dinner House for seven years. They moved back to Hoyt in 1979 and Bud went to work for the State of Kansas as a heating and air mechanic for the Capitol Complex.

He was a member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Mayetta and Mayetta Knights of Columbus Council No. 9535. Bud had served as president of the Hoyt United Cemetery Board since 1992. He was a Boy Scout Leader, served on the Hoyt Rural School Board, was a long time member of the Capitol City Gun Club and a trap shooting enthusiast, and was a member of a horseback square dance club. He enjoyed gardening and training his hunting dogs

He married Beth Eileen Housh on September 12, 1944 in Sioux City, Iowa. She survives, of the home.

Bud was preceded in death by his parents, a grandson, Danny Williams and two sisters, Mary Creason and Grace Rohr.

Other survivors four sons, William Roy Williams (Mary), Lakewood, CO, Bernard Orion Williams (Carla), Lawrence, Bradley Joseph Williams (Debbie), Scottsdale, AZ and Bruce Leo Williams (Taunya), Phillipsburg; a brother, George F. Williams (Pat), Topeka, ten grandchildren and six great grandchildren.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, September 25th at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Mayetta. Burial with military honors will follow in the Hoyt Cemetery. Bud will lie in state from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Saturday and after 10:00 a.m. Sunday at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hoyt. A Knights of Columbus Rosary will be prayed at 6:00 p.m. on Sunday at the funeral home, followed by visitation until 8:00. Memorials are suggested to St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, and may be sent in care of the funeral home, P.O. Box 280, Hoyt, 66440.

Rex T. Jones
1944-2017

Rex T. Jones, 73, Stewartsville, Missouri, passed away Saturday, September 16, 2017, at his home.
He was born August 15, 1944 in Clearmont, Missouri to Lloyd and Ethel (Snodderley) Jones.
Rex married Judy on June 18, 1966, she survives of the home.
He was a city truck driver and warehouseman for Affiliated Foods before retiring in 1998. He was also a member of Teamsters 460. Rex and Judy managed the Tri-County Live Stock Auction Café since 1997. He was a hard worker, always provided for his family and was of Christian faith.
Rex loved to fish; was always going to catch the Big One, he enjoyed his cattle and ‘hiding out’ at Dick’s Bait Shop.
He was preceded in death by his parents; grandson, Richard Allen Jones, Jr.; sisters, Donna Williams, Fern Graham; brothers, Lowell Jones, Neil Jones; and foster son, Jim Claypool that passed away January 1, 2017.
Additional survivors include sons, Randy Jones (Diane), Richard Jones (Kayci), Stewartsville, Missouri; brothers, Max Jones (Polly), Allen Jones (Jessica), Clearmont, Missouri; grandchildren, Hudson, James, River, and Aynjewel (Angel).
Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Kerns-Freeman Cemetery, Easton, Missouri. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to God’s Mountain Youth Camp. The family would like to thank Three Rivers Hospice for their loving care. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Marguerite Louise Francis
1918-2017

Marguerite Louise Francis, 98, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, September 15, 2017, at home.
She was born December 6, 1918, in St. Joseph to Charles Joseph Heiney and Louise Rosella Sommers.
Marguerite married Harry U. Francis December 1, 1938. He preceded her in death November 29, 1990.
Marguerite was a nursing technician at St. Joseph’s Hospital. Marguerite was a member of St. Joseph Cathedral Catholic Church, the Ladies of Charity, the Daughters of Isabella, and St. Ann’s Altar Society.
She enjoyed sewing, quilting, playing cards, and spending time with her family.
She was preceded in death by her parents; three sons, Dennis, William, and Robert Francis; brother, William Heiney; and sisters, Catherine Heath and Dorothy O’Dell.
Survivors include her children, Kathryn Ellis, John Francis (Vicky), Richard “Tom” Francis (Billie), Mary Jo Ward (Larry), Harriet Chern (Rick), Carol Veraguth (John), Jim Francis (Lila), Helen Bruce (Terry), Harry Francis (Sue), and Pat Francis (Cheryl); daughters in law, Paula Bokay, Donna Francis, and Vicki Francis; sisters, Irene Hainline and Ann Conroy (Marion); sister in law, Dixie Vincent; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, St. Joseph Cathedral Catholic Church. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:30 to 8:00 P.M., with Rosary at 6:00 P.M., Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Contributions can be made on Marguerite’s behalf to the St. Joseph Cathedral Food Pantry. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Linda Susan Shoots
1949-2017

Linda Susan Shoots, 67, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Thursday, September 14, 2017 at her home.
She was born December 27, 1949 in St. Joseph, MO to Howard and Olive (Martin) Guinn.
Linda married Melvin Shoots, Jr. June 25, 1971, he survives of the home.
She enjoyed crafts, sewing, decorating and crossword puzzles. Linda loved spending time with her family, grandchildren and extended family.
She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Darlene Ellis; brothers, Howard Raymond Guinn, Jr. and Danny Ray Guinn.
Additional survivors include sons, Chris Shoots and wife Lisa, Greg Shoots and wife Amy; grandchildren, Riley, Hadyn, Logan and Cody Shoots; sisters, Velma Pendleton, Sharon Karr, Gloria, Mary and Carolyn Guinn.
Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. The family will gather with friends 4:00 to 6:00 P.M. Sunday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to The American Diabetes Association or a charity of the donor’s choice. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Nancy R. Liechti
1955-2017

ELWOOD,KS – Nancy R.(Goodwin) Liechti, 62, of Elwood, Kansas passed away Thursday, September 14, 2017 at her home.

Nancy was born on March 7, 1955 in St. Joseph, Missouri to Frank and Cecelia (Pasek) Goodwin.

She was of strong faith and a lover of the Lord. Nancy graduated Benton High School in 1973. She was a member of the Our Lady of Guadelupe Church of St. Joseph. Nancy was a proud Marine mother, worked as nurses aide at Colonial Manor for 6 years until she had her son, then stayed at home with him. She worked at the Dairy Barn for over 15 years, previously a member of the Elwood School Board, EMT volunteer and volunteer with Elwood School reading program. Nancy enjoyed spending time with family and grand babies, reading her Bible, other books and watching Royals and Chiefs games.

Nancy married her high school sweetheart of 40 years, Dennis Liechti on March 12, 1977 in Elwood, Kansas. He survives of the home. She was preceded in death by her parents.

Additional survivors include: son, Matt (Mary) Liechti of St. Joseph, Missouri
Grandchildren, Austin, Colt and Abram Liechti
Sister, Sharon (Ben) Benedetti of Reno, Nevada
Brothers, Larry Goodwin of St. Joseph, Missouri
Bobby (Becci) Goodwin of St. Joseph, Missouri
Numerous nieces, nephews and family members

Funeral: 10:00 A.M. Monday, September 18, 2017
At: Harman Rohde Funeral Home in Wathena, Kansas
Burial: Bellemont Cemetery in Wathena
Visitation: family will receive friends from 6-8 P.M. Sunday evening at the funeral home. Friends may call after 12 noon Sunday.
Memorials: Cancer Research

Jerry Dean Porter
1935-2017

Jerry Dean Porter, 81, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Thursday, September 14, 2017 at his home in St. Joseph. He was born October 7, 1935 in St. Joseph, Missouri son of Vera and Opal Porter. He graduated from Benton High School in 1955. He worked at AGP for several years. He was a United States Marine. He enjoyed dance classes, dancing, bowling, and when he was younger he liked to hunt and fish. He also liked going to car shows and playing the organ. He was a member of the Eagles Lodge. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by 2 sisters, Betty Jean Klepees, St. Joseph, MO and Virginia Gerber, a niece, Bette (Terry) Munger, St. Joseph, MO, and several other nieces and nephews. Memorial Service: 7:00 pm Thursday, September 28, 2017, Rupp Funeral Home. He will be cremated under the care of the Rupp Funeral Home.

Thomas R VanHouton
1958-2017

Thomas R. VanHouton, 59, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Friday, September 15, 2017. He was born February 16, 1958 in Omaha, Nebraska, son of Janice & Donald Van Houton. Thomas was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Danny Van Houton. He is survived by his siblings, Diana Riggs, Billy Van Houton, and Ronnie VanHoutan. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. He will be cremated under the care of the Rupp Funeral Home.

Eva N. Daise
1925-2017

Eva N. Daise, 91, of St. Joseph, Mo., passed away Wednesday, September 13, 2017, at the Living Community of St. Joseph.

She was born November 28, 1925, in Forest City, Mo., to Charlotte (Prussman) and Charles Schaeffer. She graduated from Forest City High School in 1944 and married Howard Lewis Daise April 30, 1944, in Troy, Kan. Eva worked at H.D. Lee and was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and homemaker who enjoyed bowling, traveling, boating, gardening, babysitting, canning and sewing. Eva was preceded in death by her husband, parents and siblings, Doris (Frank) Caton, Carolyn “Sis” Baxter, Herbert “Bud” Schaeffer and Melvin (Gerta) Schaeffer. Survivors include a sister, Colleen (Frank) Cooperider, Kansas City, Mo., two sons, Leland “Buster” (Sue Long) Daise of St. Joseph and Galen “Butch” (Debbie) Daise of St. Joseph, step-grandson, Brian (Stacy) Adkins of St. Joseph, grandson, Jeff (Kris) Daise of Cosby, Mo., granddaughter, Susan Daise-Bartlett of Easton, Mo., and Jeff and Susan’s mother, Maree Daise, St. Joseph, granddaughter, Tina Gasper of Agency, Mo., grandson, Travis Daise of St. Joseph, 13 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends from 6 – 8 p.m. Friday, September 15 and a service will take place Saturday at 1:30 p.m., both at Rupp Funeral Home. The interment will be at Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial donations may be given to the American Diabetes Association or a charity of the donor’s choice.

Diana Kay Sherlock
1956-2017

Diana Kay Sherlock 61, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Wednesday September 13, 2017 in a North Kansas City hospital. She was born February 12, 1956 in St. Joseph, Missouri daughter of Dorothy and Ervin Nolan. She attended Faucett High School. She married Steven Sherlock on March 26, 1976, in St. Joseph, MO. She was homemaker. Diana was a very compassionate and caring person. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and enjoyed reading. She was a member of Faith United Baptist Church. Diana was preceded in death by her father, Ervin Nolan, mother, Dorothy Kerns and step father, Price Lawnick, son, Michael Sherlock, and daughter, Amy Sherlock. She is survived by her husband, Steven P. Sherlock, two daughters, Angie Sherlock and Katy Sherlock all of the home, son, Eric (Stacy) Biller of Agency, MO, 9 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, brother, James Nolan of Agency, MO, and 3 half brothers, James Nolan, Ervin Nolan Jr., and Daniel Nolan, all of St. Joseph, MO. and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. A Memorial service will be held at a later date. She will be cremated under the care of the Rupp Funeral Home.

Dorothy L. Bowen
1950-2017

Highland, Kansas – Dorothy L. Bowen, 67, formerly of Wathena, Kansas passed away Thursday, September 14, 2017 at the Highland Healthcare & Rehabilitation.

Dorothy was born on May 10, 1950 in Newton, Iowa to Wayne D. & Anna Marie (Quiggley) Perkins.

She worked in the laundry department for nursing homes & was a caretaker. Dorothy loved & cherished her cat, Tinker Bell & Guinea pig, Rufus

Dorothy married John Bowen in 1979 in Jasper County, Iowa. He preceded her in death.
She was also preceded in death by her parents.

Survivors: sisters, Waynetta Farrington of Nevada, Iowa;
Sharon Curran of Mitcheville, Iowa;
Half brother, Danny Perkins of Newton, Iowa;
Special Friends, Theresa & Larry Rohrer of Wathena, Kansas.

Visitation: 2:30 P.M. Sunday, September 17, 2017 with a Memorial service at 3:00 P.M.
At the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Wathena, Kansas
Inurnment: Bellemont Cemetery, Wathena, Kansas
Memorials: Wathena Nursing & Rehabilitation Center Activity Fund or the Atchison Animal Shelter.
Dorothy wishes were to be cremated.

Robert Whaley
1935-2017

Robert “Bob” Whaley, 82, formerly of Effingham, KS died Wednesday, Sept. 13th, 2017 at the Village Villa Nursing Home, Nortonville, KS.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 AM on Monday, Sept. 18th, 2017 at St. Ann’s Church, Effingham with Fr. Benjamin Tremmel, OSB as Celebrant. Burial will follow in the St. Ann’s Cemetery, Effingham. A parish rosary will be recited at 6:00 pm on Sunday, Sept. 17th at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, Atchison with visitation to follow until 8:30 pm. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Ann’s Church and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Bob was born on January 30, 1935 in Denton Kansas the son of William and Mattie (Pease) Whaley. He served in the National Guard. Bob worked as a truck driver for Capital Truck Lines, ANR and then Graves Trucking retiring in 1990. He worked from 1990 to 1997 at the Atchison County Sanitation Landfill. Bob was a member of the St. Ann’s Church, Effingham, KS, the Knights of Columbus, and Teamster Union # 460. He enjoyed horse riding, team penning, fishing, going on trail rides, KU Basketball games, and traveling. He especially enjoyed his children and grandchildren.

He was married to Doris Marie Zeit on Feb. 9, 1956 at St. Louis Church, Good Intent, KS. She preceded him in death on July 25, 2010. Survivors include a son, Mike (Jennifer) Whaley, Effingham, KS a daughter, Brenda (Dennis) Wenzl, Effingham, KS, a brother, Bill (Shirley) Whaley, Columbia, MO, two half sisters, Wilma Mae Lloyd, Camden,NJ, and Jeanie (Tony) Sinkewjz, Salem, New Hampshire, five grandchildren, six great grandchildren, one great granddaughter on the way and several nieces and nephews. His parents, wife – Doris, sister Mildred VanHoutan, and one grandson, Brad Wenzl preceded him in death.

Lorri Jean Hamm
1961-2017

Lorri Jean Hamm 56, Faucett, Missouri went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, September 13, 2017, after a long and courageous battle of Adrenal and pituitary failure. Her husband of 35 years was there when she departed this life and to begin her new life with her heavenly father. Lorri was born on June 2, 1961 in St. Joseph, to the late Roger and Beverly Ripper, she graduated from Benton High School class of 1979, then on July 24, 1982 she married her best friend and soul mate Scott Hamm in St. Joseph, they were together since she was 14 and spent 35 blissful years of marriage raising two children, Nichole Coons and husband Matthew of Dearborn, and Krista Hamm of St. Joseph, MO. Lorri was also blessed with three loving grandchildren, who were the shining light of her life; Braylan Marti, Landyn and Avery Coons, additional survivors include sisters, Vicki (Tim) Russell, St. Joseph, MO, and Julee Hughes-Cooke, Crescent Beach, FL. She was preceded in death by her parents, and a grand daughter, Adalyn Coons. Lorri’s occupation in life was working 28 years with Heartland Health as an Access Representative, she was also a homemaker, wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and caregiver to all. She enjoyed fishing and camping, and was a member of and First Lutheran Church. The register book will be available at 9:00 am friday, or online. The family will receive friends from 1-3 pm Friday, with funeral services to be conducted at 3:00 pm, on Friday, September 15, 2017 at Rupp Funeral Home, David H. Mejia officiating. Inurnment at a later date at the Memorial Park Cemetery.

Albert Lee McDaniel
1951-2017

Albert Lee McDaniel 65, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, September 11, 2017 at Mosaic Life Care Hospital. He was born December 12, 1951 in St. Joseph, MO, son of the late Opal and Charles McDaniel Sr.. He graduated from Lafayette High School 1970, He then served in the Army and is a veteran of the Vietnam War. He worked at I & M Machine Shop over 20 years as a Machine Operator – Lazer Manager. He enjoyed working on old cars, traveling, and drag racing but most of all he loved his family. He was a member of the Family Worship Center Church. Albert was preceded in death by his parents, wife Bobbi McDaniel, daughter, Alyssa McDaniel, brothers, Danny, Donnie, and Richard. and a sister, Mary Foster. Survivors include, daughter, Cherlyn (Brian) McDaniel-McWhirt, Raymore, MO, son, Paul Wright, companion Cindy Edwards of the home, step daughter, Angie (Dustin) Owen, step son, Austin (Christy) Ledford, grandchildren, Bryan and Lexi Wyant, Asher and Addison Ledford, Michael Halpin, and Piper Wright, great granddaughter, Braelyn Wyant, brothers, Charles (Tamara) McDaniel Jr., Chandler, AZ, Kenny (Beth) McDaniel, Savannah, MO, Ronnie (Terri) McDaniel, St. Joseph, MO, and Jimmy McDaniel, St. Joseph, MO, and a sister, Aline Hawkins, Wathena, KS.
Funeral services will be conducted at 10:00 am, on Friday, September 15, 2017 at Rupp Funeral Home, with Pastor Douglas Cline officiating, The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Thursday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The inurnment will be at the Frazier Cemetery.

Jennifer Ruth Spicer
1959-2017

Jennifer R. Spicer, 58, of rural Hiawatha, died unexpectedly Saturday afternoon, September 9, 2017, shortly after arrival at Hiawatha Community Hospital.

A Celebration of Jennifer’s life is planned for 10:30 a.m. Thursday, September 14, at the Christian Center in Hiawatha. Tony French will officiate. Cremation will follow services with inurnment at a later date at Claytonville Cemetery.

The family will meet with friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Wednesday, at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, Hiawatha.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to help with funeral expenses, sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th St., Hiawatha 66434.

Jennifer was born at St. Joseph, MO, August 28, 1959, and was adopted by Roger and Beverly Jeffery Lowe when she was 8 or 9 years old and had lived in the Hiawatha area nearly all of her life. She grew up here where she attended Hiawatha schools .

Through the years, Jennifer attended the Christian Center in Hiawatha.

She married John Petersen in 1977 and was married 17 years, making their home at Tilden, NE, Hanover, PA, and Hiawatha, KS before divorcing. She later married Jim Spicer in 1996 and made their home south of town for 20 years. He survives.

Also surviving are her children Justin (Tanya) of Camden, SC, Jeff (Kristene) of Robinson, James (Sydney) of Hiawatha; Julie Petersen of Topeka; her mother Beverly & Tom Stone of Hiawatha; adopted siblings: Rod Lowe, Rob Lowe, Candy Johansen, Ruth Harmon, Kevin Stone, Donnie Stone, Marcy Hunning, Tiffany Crain, Cassie Dingledine; 13 grandchildren; 7 step-grandchildren. Her step children include Jamie Spicer and Elizabeth “Beth” Spicer. Her biological siblings include: Sheila Elbert, Greg McDowell, Robert Jeffers, Kim Brown, Jeanne Torrey, Georgia Lane, Rose Myers, and Diana Hall.

Jennifer was preceded in death by her biological mother Marilyn Dawson, step-son Billie Spicer, granddaughter Tyra White, and brother Toby Stone.

Sally Ann (Johnson) Patton
1946-2017

Sally Ann (Johnson) Patton, 71, Country Club, Missouri passed away Sunday, September 10, 2017.
She was born March 28, 1946 in St. Joseph, MO to Norman and Sarah (Calton) Johnson.
Sally married Gary Patton September 24, 1965, he survives of the home.
She was a member of Patee Park Baptist Church.
Sally enjoyed gardening, painting, water aerobics and loved her family.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and son, Michael Vaughn.
Additional survivors include children, Brian Scott Patton (Nina), Robin Lance Patton (Mary) and Lindie Darlene Catlin (Brad); grandchildren, Kellan and Mira Patton, Kai-Ann, Ciara and Tyler Catlin, Tanner, Madelyn, Ivy and Rebekah Griffin; sisters, Jenny Crawford (Rob), Carol Wright; aunt, Mary Pryor.
Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Inurnment Bennett Lane Cemetery at a later date. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Diana Lynn Embrey
1959-2017

Diana Lynn Embrey 57, of Rosendale, Missouri, passed away Saturday, September 9, 2017 at her home after a short illness. She was born December 12, 1959 in St. Joseph, MO. She married David Embrey July 7, 1975 and he survives of the home, she was a Homemaker, who enjoyed cooking, and loved her birds and dogs, she especially loved her grandchildren, and she loved Jesus. She was a Pentcostal. Diana was preceded in death by son, David Wayne Embrey, brother, Roy Lee Butterfield, and grandfather Roy Butterfield whom she considered her father. Survivors include, husband, David C. Embrey of the home, her mother Donna Hughes, sons, Brian (Tracy) Embrey, and Jerry (Elizabeth) Embrey both of Rosendale, daughter, Dana Briner (Keith Organ), Saint Joseph, MO, 11 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, brother, Ray (Jamie) Hughes, sisters, Debbie Dawson, and Tina Hughes. The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM on Wednesday, with funeral services to be conducted at 3:00 pm, on Wednesday, September 13, 2017 at Rupp Funeral Home, with Pastor John Smith officiating. She will be cremated following the services. Memorials are requested to the Diana Embrey memorial fund in care of the Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Elva Low
1933-2017

Elva Mae Low, 83, of Winchester, KS, passed away Friday, September 8, 2017 at the F.W. Huston Senior Center in Winchester surrounded by her family.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 AM, Monday, September 11, 2017 at the Corpus Christi Catholic Church in the Mooney Creek Community of Winchester. Burial will follow in the Nortonville Cemetery. Family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 pm, Sunday, at the church with a parish rosary being recited at 7:00 PM. Memorial contributions are suggested to the FW Huston Medical Center, FW Huston Senior Living Center, Hospital Hannah’s, Nortonville First Responders, Winchester First Responders, Corpus Christi Catholic Church, or the Jefferson County Hospice. The O’Trimble Funeral Home in Nortonville is entrusted with the arrangements. Online condolences may be left at www.beckerdyer.com.

Elva Mae Spencer was born on November 4, 1933 in Horton, KS, the daughter of Albert M. and Frances M. (Schuetz) Spencer. Elva graduated from Nortonville High School and she began her work career as a telephone operator in Nortonville. Elva then worked at Thriftway in Atchison in the late 1960’s before going to work for Bell Telephone in Atchison around 1970 and continued to work for Bell Telephone in Kansas City and Topeka until 1985. Elva went to work for Hord Communications and was their store manager in Leavenworth until her retirement in 1998. During the 1970’s, Elva also sold Avon and Amway products. After retiring, Elva briefly drove the Senior Citizen bus; worked for the JCN School District as a substitute custodian; and she and her husband, John, cleaned the Mooney Creek Church for many years. Elva also had a job of cleaning the Easton Bank every Saturday morning. After a while, Elva hired an assistant (several different high school students) who would do the ‘heavy’ things so she could keep her job; as much for the money as for the social part of visiting with the employees and the camaraderie they shared. With great sadness Elva’s health forced her to retire in 2016.

Elva has always been a staunch supporter of the F.W. Huston Medical Center and Dr. Huston. When Elva heard talk of the foundation board opening a hospital thrift store in Winchester, she jumped at the opportunity to volunteer and was instrumental in getting it opened. Elva was devoted to the thrift store “Hospital Hannah’s”. Wednesday was her day to ‘work’, but gladly filled in other days also. She took home items to clean, wash, repair, etc. – so they could be sold to make money for the hospital. Elva was always checking out other thrift stores to get new ideas for Hannah’s. Elva received an award in 2016 for volunteering 1700 hours. With great sadness her health forced her to stop volunteering in the fall of 2016.

Elva was able to stay in the home that she and John worked so hard for until a series of health issues in September 2016. Elva then moved to the Jefferson Apartments in Winchester and in January 2017 to the FW Huston Senior Living Center after a diagnosis of stage four cancer. Throughout each move, Elva decided to make the best of it and made new friends and enjoyed new adventures. Many of Elva’s friends commented on her positive, upbeat attitude, sense of humor and love of life.

Elva and John Low were married on August 14, 1951. Elva was preceded in death by her husband, John on June 8, 2005; her parents, Albert and Frances Spencer; and an infant sister, Alberta.

Elva leaves behind a daughter, Tammy (David) Noll, Mooney Creek; son, J.R. (Diane) Low, Nortonville; five grandsons, Justin (Tiffany) Noll, Brandon (Laura) Noll, Alex (Traci) Noll, Austin (Emily) Low, and Aaron (Cheyenne) Low; two granddaughters, Ashley (fiancée, Bobby Gupta) Noll and Amber Low; fourteen great grandchildren; brother, Kenny (Janiece) Spencer, Hiawatha, KS; three nieces and numerous cousins.

Mary Wilburn
1924-2017

Mary E. Wilburn, 92, of Atchison, KS passed away Friday, September 8, 2017 at Medicalodge of Atchison, KS.

Funeral service will be 2:00 PM Wednesday, September 13, 2017 at Trinity Lutheran Church with Rev. Robert Ziegler officiating. Burial will follow at Sumner Cemetery. Family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, Tuesday, September 12, 2017 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home. Memorials are suggested to Trinity Lutheran Church and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www.beckerdyer.com.

Mary was born on December 10, 1924 in Atchison, KS, the daughter of Edgar and Minnie (Tull) Clem. She worked various places throughout her life, such as Wilson’s Poultry, Atchison Leather Products, Atchison Mop Factory, Senior Village and as a kitchen helper at Atchison Day Care. Mary after retirement had an in home day care. Mary was member of Trinity Lutheran Church and enjoyed sewing, embroidery, fishing and camping.

Survivors include three daughters; Mary Rosalla Tucker, Denison, KS, Phyllis Chapman, Effingham, KS, Kelly Wilburn, Pilot Point, TX, and a brother Raymond Clem, numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, three sons; Lowell Connard, Earl and Harold “Bubba” Wilburn, a daughter, Laura Walbridge, four brothers, William, Robert, Frank, Edgar Clem, four sisters, Doris Reagan, Deloris Bonnel, Rose Faught, Edna Clem.

Helen Marie Martin
1922-2017

Helen Marie Martin 95, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Friday, September 8, 2017 in Saint Joseph, MO. She was born June 22, 1922 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of the late Martha and Justine Zembles. She graduated from Benton High School class of 1940, and married Charles “Chick” Martin November 2, 1940. Chick passed away July 20, 2010. She enjoyed playing cards, bingo, and crochet. She was an avid bowler, and won the city championship. She also loved watching the Royals. She was a member of St. James Catholic Church. Helen was preceded in death by her husband, parents, brothers, Charles, Joe, George, and Felix Zembles, and a sister, JoAnn Hildebrand. Survivors include, daughters, Janice (Darby) Hatcher, Savannah, MO and Patty Schneider, Los Angeles, CA, grandsons, Eric Hatcher, San Tan, AZ, and Erin Hatcher, Olathe, KS, granddaughters, Brook Schneider, Los Angeles and Mackenzie Schneider, Los Angeles, great-granddaughters, Makayla, Lauryn, and Cali Hatcher, and Jane Schneider.
Funeral Services will be conducted at 10:00 am on Tuesday, September 12, 2017 at Rupp Funeral Home with Father Christian Malewski officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Monday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the St. James Renovation Fund.

Jesse Junior Kincaid
1946-2017

Jesse Junior Kincaid 71, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Friday, September 8, 2017 at his home. He was born July 25, 1946 in St. Joseph, MO, son of the late Goldie and Jesse Kincaid. Jesse was preceded in death by wife, Marion Kincaid, his parents, brothers, Jack, Mike, Ronnie, Donnie, Kenny, and Jerry Kincaid, sisters, Mildred Gannon, Betty Hardin, Margaret McKnight, Darlene Stevens, Pauline Duncan, Dolly Ann Kincaid, Charlotte Kincaid, and Catherine Kincaid. Survivors include, sons, Brian (Sherry) Kincaid and Jessie (Crystal) Kincaid, 9 Grandchildren, 3 Great Grandchildren, and a brother, Delbert Kincaid of California.
The family will receive friends from 1 to 3 pm Tuesday, with Funeral Services to be conducted at 3:00 pm Tuesday, September 12, 2017 at the Rupp Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, Memorials are requested to the Jesse Kincaid Memorial Fund in care of Rupp Funeral Home.

Katherine Iola Shell
1930-2017

Katherine Iola Shell, 87, Maryville, Missouri, formerly of St. Joseph, MO passed away Friday, August 8, 2017 at Morningside Center, Chillicothe, MO.
She was born August 26, 1930 in Parnell, MO to James Burton and Hattie Marie Midyett.
Katherine moved to St. Joseph in 1945. She worked in healthcare until retiring in 1989.
Katherine was a member of Living Hope Church of Maryville, MO. She enjoyed dance of all types and spending much time with her friends on the dance floors. Katherine enjoyed time spent with family and friends whenever and wherever. Fishing was also another past time she enjoyed. Friends and family were most cherished.
She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Sandy Lynn; sons, Terry Ice, Lebanon, MO, and Cary Ice, St. Joseph, MO; sisters, Vernis Pankau, Ferne Chapman, Maxine Beatty; brothers, Eldon and Jim Midyett; also preceding Katherine in death are husbands, Kenneth Ice, Raymond Roberts and James Shell.
Survivors include children, Larry Ice (Nancy), Sahuarita, AZ, Linda Rumery (Terry), Chillicothe, MO, Shirley Schmidt (Casey), Maryville, MO, and Harlan Roberts (Cheryl), Cameron, MO; 15 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great grandchildren; sister, Estelle Wilson
Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Rosehill Cemetery, Parnell, MO. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Harold F. Lister
1939-2017

Harold F. Lister, 77, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away
September 7, 2017, at a local nursing facility. He was born December 25,
1939, at home, in rural Elk County, Kansas, to Loren and Gertrude Scobee
Lister.
Harold graduated from the Howard, KS, Public Schools in 1957.
Furthering his education, he attended Southwestern University, graduating
with a Bachelor of Science in Music Education in 1961. His music career
spanned 44 years of service in the school systems of Central and Northern
Kansas. These years included instrumental and vocal music, from grades
Kindergarten through High School. He directed an uncountable number of
concerts, marched in a multitude of parades, and started many youngsters
on their first step in the love of music, the love of which stayed with
them for life. Students returned later to thank him, not only for
beginning their music careers, but also the character development and
self-confidence he instilled, in addition to the music education.
In 1961, he married Nancy Manley. To this marriage was born his
three children. They divorced in 1987.
Harold was married on July 4, 1992, to Margaret Redmond-Knudsen.
Harold enjoyed life to the fullest, always giving of himself and
his goods most generously. His time and talents in organic gardening are
remembered by many friends and family who enjoyed his produce, his canned
goods, and his jams and jellies. His sense of humor and friendliness to
all was well-known. Being a true Renaissance man, he was widely read and
practiced in many fields of learning, including the arts and sciences,
always eager to learn a new skill or try a new approach to an old
problem, dabbling in everything from bat house plans to perfecting a
perfect crust for his home grown and homemade apple pies. Harold was a
peaceful man, well known for his calm and ordered life-style.
He was a member of the St. Joseph Cathedral, Moila Shrine Temple,
and was a 32nd Degree Scottish Rite. He was active in the Santa Fe Band
of Topeka, Ks. He also volunteered at the St. Joseph Public Library as
well as Habitat for Humanity and was a board member and longtime member
in the St. Joseph Community Chorus.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Norman Lister;
and the mother of his children, Nancy Manley Kuntz.
Survivors include his wife, Margaret Redmond-Lister of the home;
sons, Roger Lister (Cathy), Tooele, Utah; Kelly Lister (Tami), Phoenix,
Arizona; daughter, Katrina Lister, Wichita Falls, Texas; stepdaughter,
Christine Knudsen, Geneva, Switzerland; four grandchildren; three great-
grandchildren; siblings, Roy Lister, Lindsborg, Kansas, Alma Damude,
Arkansas City, Kansas, Virginia Hulsey, Fort Smith, Arkansas, Wilma
Lister, Winfield, Kansas; sister-in- law, Estella Lister, Independence,
Kansas, and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. on Tuesday, Sept.
12, at St. Joseph’s Cathedral with interment at Mount Olivet Cemetery.
The family will gather with friends on Monday, Sept. 11, for the Masonic
Ceremony at 5:30 with Visitation from 6-8:00 P.M. at Meierhoffer Funeral
Home & Crematory. Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make

a contribution, the family requests they be made to the St. Joseph Public
Library. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Kye Michael Edward Clark
2017-2017

Elwood, Kansas – Kye Michael Edward Clark, 4 hours old passed away Tuesday, September 5, 2017 at the Mosaic Life Care of St. Joseph, Missouri.

He was born to Mike Norman & Crystal Lynn Clark.

Additional survivors, siblings, Brooklyn Butterfield, Landyn Carter & Maiya Norman;
Maternal grandparents, Rodney & Margaret Clark;
Paternal grandmother, Charlene Sellers;
Paternal grandfather, Michael W. Norman;
Great-grandparents, Esther Morris, Charlie & Connie Pritchett;
Aunt & uncles, Rachelle & Brian Arnold, cousin, Mariah;
April Norman;
Wayne Norman.

Visitation: 5:30-7:30 P.M. Friday, September 8, 2017
At the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home, Wathena, Kansas
There is no scheduled service.
Memorials: Kye Michael Edward Clark Memorial Fund
www.harmanrohde.com

Donna Mae Glenski
1929-2017

On the morning of Monday, September 4, 2017, Donna Mae Glenski, 88, was welcomed into Heaven. She was surrounded by her family holding the hands of her loved ones.
Donna was born on May 6, 1929, to James and Claudia Weddle in Stewartsville, Mo. She was the youngest child of nine, with four sisters and four brothers. Growing up on a farm during the Great Depression taught Donna the lifelong value of resiliency, as well as how to enjoy the small things in life and trust her common sense.
In 1939, Donna’s family moved to St. Joseph, Mo., where she would spend the rest of her life. She attended Central High School, graduating in 1947. Donna was an accomplished high school athlete playing on championship teams in basketball, volleyball and field hockey. She also was a band majorette while at Central, a talent she began to exhibit in middle school.
In 1942, she met her true love Joseph “Joe” Anthony Glenski at South Park softball field. They’ve been inseparable ever since. They officially wed on January 27, 1951, in St. Joseph, Mo., and were married for 66 years. Before Donna began a full-time career as a homemaker, she could be found at Jerry Anne’s Cafeteria, greeting customers with her warm smile.
Donna loved country music. She was an incredible dancer and could be found square and line dancing across the Midwest with Joe by her side. They were members of the YMCA Promenaders and the Pony Express Kickers in St. Joseph and the Savannah Sashayers in Savannah, Mo.
As much as Donna loved dancing, her true passion was being a mother to her ten children – six girls and four boys. She dedicated her life to taking care of her family, teaching each of her children, through example, how to be kind, hardworking and trustworthy. Donna found joy in caring and cooking for her family and always managed to keep a very busy house clean.
Donna was preceded in death by her daughter Patricia Ellen Glenski, whom she is now holding in her arms again. She was also preceded in death by her mother and father, her sisters Marguerite, Claudine, Frances and Lois, her brothers Delbert, Vernon, Hubert and Wesley, her grandson Jamie Joseph “JJ” Pawlowski, her great-grandson Gabriel Beasley and great-granddaughter Addilea Swift.
Donna is survived by her beloved husband Joe and their nine children: James “Jim” Glenski (Christine), Mary Jane Brown (Bob), Sharon Swift (Mike), Jean Pawlowski (Jim), Janet Peterson (Bob), Robert Glenski (Elaine), Carol Glenski, Thomas “Tom” Glenski (Melissa) and Roger Glenski (Chris). She is also survived by 20 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.
Donna is now dancing with God in Heaven, where her loving mother greeted her with open arms.
Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Cumberland Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Stewartsville, MO. The family will gather with friends 8:00 to 10:00 A.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Children’s Mercy Hospital in memory of Donna Glenski. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Jerome A. Fritsch
1943-2017

Jerome A. Fritsch, 73, of Hiawatha, died Tuesday morning, September 12, 2017, at Hiawatha Community Hospital. He previously had been a resident of Maple Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation Center for several years.

Jerome was born was Sabetha, October 23, 1943, one of two children of Aloysius and Mary Hackett Fritz. He grew up near Mercier where he attended St. Peter’s country school, later graduating from Powhattan High School.

Jerome served with the Kansas Army National Guard, 2nd BN, 130th FA, Battery B, based out of Horton, during the time of the Peublo incident in May of 1968. Jerome worked as a farm hand for Claude Zimmerman for over 16 years prior to working for Ron Zimmers, both farmed near Powhattan. His mother’s health was failing and with him being the caregiver, they moved to Hiawatha to make their home in 1983.

He was a member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church at Mercier until it closed, transferred to St. Leo’s Church at Horton, prior to becoming a member of St. Ann Catholic Church of Hiawatha.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and brother in law Leon Pelton.

Survivors include his sister Martha Pelton of Tecumseh, KS; nieces: Patricia Robinett (Bryan), Pamela Moyer (Marty); Kevin Pelton (Kristi), and Tracy Pelton.

The Parish Rosary will be recited at 10 a.m. Monday, September 18, at St. Ann Catholic Church in Hiawatha. Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10:30 a.m. at St. Ann. Father Dan Garden will be the celebrant.

Interment will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Hiawatha, with military honors a courtesy of the Brown County Veterans Honor Guard.

Friends may call at the funeral home after 12 noon until 7 p.m. Sunday, at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, Hiawatha.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to St. Ann Church, American Diabetes Association or Maple Heights Activity Fund, sent in care of the funeral home.

Ruth Doris Robertson
1927-2017

Ruth Doris Robertson 90, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, September 6, 2017 at her home. She was born May 16, 1927 in Rushville, MO, daughter of the late Mabel and Luther Sego. She graduated from Rushville high school class of 1965, and was a homemaker, who loved sports, especially the Kansas City Royals, and Chiefs. She also loved gardening and flowers, but most especially spending time with her family and grandchildren. She was a member of the South Park United Methodist Church. Ruth was preceded in death by husband John F. Robertson, parents, and a brother, Norman L. Sego. Survivors include, son, Michael S. Robertson, Gower, MO, daughter, Johnnye (Dennis) Allen, Plano, TX, granddaughters, Stacey Allen, and Courtney Clark, grandsons, Chris Robertson, and Jerrod Robertson, great grandchildren, Brena, Noah, Jacob, Kendrik, Nick.
Funeral services will be conducted at 10:00 am, on Saturday, September 9, 2017 at Rupp Funeral Home, with Dennis Allen officiating, The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Friday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Memorial Park Cemetery . Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Virginia (Thornton) Sollars Coffee
1933-2017

Virginia (Thornton) Sollars Coffee Virginia (Thornton) Sollars Coffee, 83, died at her home in Merrill, OR on July 4, 2017. She was born to Cecil and Helen (Scott) Thornton Sr. of rural Troy, KS on December 9, 1933. Virginia was a 1951 graduate of Wathena High School. After graduation she married Wayman Sollars and lived in Savannah, MO. In 1955, they moved to Anaheim, CA. She was employed by Sears for 27 years. After Wayman’s passing in July 1973, Virginia married Everett (Jack) Coffee in June 1991 and moved to Merrill, OR. Jack passed away January 2004. Virginia is also preceded in death by her parents, son Kyle Sollars, brother Daniel (Jack) Thornton. She is survived by daughters Debbie (Rich) Kerns of Merrill OR and Marsha (Bob) Bugg of Brighton, IL; step-sons Skip Sollars of Vero Beach, FL and Lonnie Sollars of St. Joseph, MO; sisters Margie Layman of Berryton, KS, Betty (Henry) Hunt of St. Joseph, MO, and Nancy Hartman of Excelsior Springs, MO; brother Cecil (Helen) Thornton Jr. of Savannah, MO; 12 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren. A gathering of family and friends will be held at noon on September 9, 2017, at the Wathena Community Building in Wathena, KS. A remembrance ceremony will be held at 2:00pm, followed by burial at Mount Olive Cemetery, Troy, KS.

Francis “Frank” L. Bell
1932-2017

ST JOSEPH, MO Francis “Frank” L. Bell, 85, of St Joseph, Missouri died Sunday, September 3, 2017.

Frank was born on August 18, 1932 in Covington, Kentucky. He was a member of Brookdale Presbyterian Church.

MEMORIAL SERVICES: Thursday, September 7, 2017 at 11:00 A.M. at the Brookdale Presbyterian Church in St. Joseph. Visitation: Family will receive friends 1 hour prior to the service at the church (10-11 A.M.). In lieu of flowers family requests memorials to Brookdale Church.

Frank is survived by his wife Hilda (Mueller) Bell of the home. Daughter, Beth (Ron) Bachman of St. Joseph, Missouri 4 grandchildren: John (Brianna), Jeff, Brett and Gwen Bachman www.harmanrohde.com

Michael Patrick James
1965-2017

Horton, KS …..Michael Patrick James, currently living in Horton, died from injuries received in a two vehicle accident, approximately 4 miles south of Hiawatha 73 Highway, July 19, 2017. He was 52.

Michael was born at Claremore, OK, June 12, 1965, the son of Michael Clay and Annie Albright James. He graduated from S Pasadena, California High School and moved to Hiawatha to make his home about 9 years ago. In 2017, he graduated with a bachelor of science degree in American Indian Studies from Haskell University at Lawrence.

He was a member of the Iowa Tribe of Kansas and Nebraska.

Survivors include his mother Annie Assefa of LaVerne, CA; his aunt and ‘second mother’ Sarah James of Folsom, CA; two brothers: Andy Assefa of Bell Gardens, CA, Sam Assefa of Long Beach, CA; three sisters: Sarita Rivera McGowan of LaVerne, Mina Assefa of Oakland, CA, and Maree Assefa of New York, NY; with numerous other relatives and friends.

Michael was preceded in death by his father.

A private family memorial graveside service will be held mid September at the Partlow Cemetery on the Iowa Reservation. Duane Scates will officiate.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Pow Wow Committee, sent in care of Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, 124 S 7th St., Hiawatha 66434.

A potluck meal will be held Sunday morning, September 17, at the Camp Ground on the Pow Wow Grounds on the Reservation in honor of all the Iowa Tribal members that have passed on this year.

Mary Helen Loroff
1918-2017

Troy, Kansas – Mary Helen (Brazelton) Loroff, 99, of Troy, Kansas passed away Sunday, September 3, 2017 at the Living Community of St. Joseph, Missouri.

Mary Helen was born February 12, 1918 in Lake View, Iowa, where her father was teaching. The family moved back to Doniphan County, Kansas, settling on a fruit and poultry farm east of Troy in June of 1920.
She attended Troy grade and high school, graduating valedictorian of the class of 1936.
Having taken a Normal Training course in high school, Mary Helen started her teaching career at Mount Airy, rural school west of Wathena. After two years there she went to Elwood to teach third and fourth grades and coach high school girl’s basketball for four years.

Mary Helen married Arthur Paul Loroff Jr. on October 25, 1941. They lived on the Potowattomie road southeast of Troy where they raised grain and livestock. She loved every aspect of farming. Her husband did custom hay bailing. She rode a Case baler tying bales. They went to Burwell, Nebraska every fall to the cattle auctions and she helped figure costs using a slide rule. No hand held calculators back then. Her favorite farm animals were her sheep which she managed for forty years.

Mary Helen assisted O.O. Fulk in preparing income taxes. When Mr. Fulk died in 1965 she purchased his tax business. With her special friend, Donna Harris, she prepared income taxes until retiring in 1987.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur Paul Loroff Jr., parents, James Senter and Ethel Mawson Brazelton, her brother, Warren Lee Brazelton, her niece, Antonietta Brazelton, niece, Judy Douglas.

She is survived by her nephew, Michael Lee Brazelton and grand nieces, Ashley and Allison of Fairfax, Virginia and Adriana Holte and husband Drew, nephew-in-law, Larry Douglas of Hollywood, California and Susan Brazelton of Morgan Hill, California.

Funeral Service: 10:30 A.M. Saturday, September 9, 2017
At the United Methodist Church in Troy, Kansas
Visitation: 7-8 Friday evening at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Troy, Kansas.
Friends may call after 9 A.M. Friday.
Burial: Mount Olive Cemetery, Troy, Kansas
Memorials: Troy Ambulance Fund or the United Methodist Church of Troy

Lily Mae (Donly) Haden
1926-2017

Lily Mae (Donly) Haden, 91, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Tuesday, August 29, 2017 at a local health care facility.
She was born August 19, 1926 to James and Susan (Morrison) Donly.
Lily married Harold Wade Riepen in 1947; he passed away in 1954. She later married Roney Antone Haden in 1956; he passed away in 1999.
She was a 1944 Central graduate. Lily was an active member of the Community of Christ Church on 17th Street, formerly The Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (RLDS). She was also a dedicated member of Needles charity sewing group at the Moila Country Club.
Lily enjoyed gardening, loved flowers and birds. Above all, Lily loved her family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; both of her husbands; sisters, Margaret Guinn, Clara E. Joffe; brothers, Jim and Bill Donly, and her step son, Roney Louise “Butch” Haden.
Survivors include her sons, Rex and Rodney; sister-in-law, Helen Donly; daughters-in-law, Susie Haden, Jane Conners; grandchildren, Jason Riepen, Jeanne Green (Colonel Darrell); nieces, Susie Joffe Redmon, Claudia Kroemer, Becky Mollus, Margy Pritchett, Debbie Seiter; nephews, Michael Guinn and Kevin Donly. She was also much loved by the Connors family in Sydney, Australia.
Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Flowers are appreciated. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Thomas Howard Potts
1943-2017

Thomas Howard Potts, 74, of Effingham, KS died Sat. Sept. 2, 2017 at the Mosaic Life Center, St. Joseph, MO.

Visitation for Mr. Potts will be Monday, Sept. 4th, 2017 beginning at 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm at the Becker Chapel, Effingham, KS. Funeral services will be 2:00 pm on Friday, Sept. 8th at the Moore-Cortner Funeral Home in Winchester, TN. Burial will follow in the Mt. Garner Cemetery, Decherd, TN. The family will receive friends from noon until time of services at the funeral home in Winchester, TN. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Meals on Wheels from the Effingham Senior Citizens Center, and may be sent in care of the Becker Dyer Stanton Funeral Home. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com

Thomas was born on June 3, 1943 in Winchester, TN the son of James and Rubye (Steele) Potts. He attended schools in Winchester. Mr. Potts had worked for the Rival Company and Web Belting, in Kansas City. He was a truck driver for an oil company and moved to Effingham in 1990. Thomas enjoyed fishing.

He was married to Angelina ‘Anne” Vargas in 1980. She preceded him in death on April 1998.Survivors include two sisters, Myra Rigney, Shelbyville, TN, and Sandra Davis, Hillsboro, TN and several nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. His parents, wife Anne, and two brothers, Grady D. Potts and James F. Potts preceded him in death

Todd Anthony Dunken
1966-2017

Todd Anthony Dunken 51, Saint Joseph, Missouri died Thursday, August 31, 2017 at his home. He was born June 14, 1966, Wichita, Kansas. He graduated from Benton High School in 1985, and worked at Frederick Inn for 10 years, and the Ground Round for 13 years as a cook/chef. He enjoyed rock & roll music, KC Chiefs, and grilling out at family BBQs. Todd was preceded in death by his father, Robert L. Dunken, step father, Donald Hall, mother, Alice Hall. Survivors include wife, Natalie Marlin-Dunken, daughters, Natasha (Justin) Lawrence, Amanda Dunken, son, T.J. Dunken, grandchildren, Wyatt, Layne, and Tryston, brothers, Tim Dunken, Kenneth Hall, and Aaron Hall, sisters, Jennifer Mace, Lisa Dunken, and Dee Dee Hall. Memorial Services: 10:00 AM Tuesday, September 5, 2017 at the Wesley United Methodist Church. Rev. Paul Grant officiating. He will be cremated under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. Memorials are requested to the Todd Dunken Memorial Fund in care of Rupp Funeral Home.

Marvin “Sug” Edward Mackley
1949-2017

Marvin “Sug” Edward Mackley 67, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Saturday, September 2, 2017. He was born November 3, 1949 in St. Joseph, MO. He attended Benton High School, and he worked at the Buchanan County Eastern District as a Truck Driver and Heavy Equipment Operator. He loved to fish on the river, hunting, woodworking, and cooking for family events. He was a Baptist. Sug was preceded in death by father, James Marvin Mackley, mother, Betty Lou Grossman, infant daughter, Sheri Lynn Mackley, maternal grandmother, Mary Belle McGuire, and paternal grandparents, Eva and Hurles Mackley. Survivors include: daughter, Bobbi Jo (John) Blanchard, Saint Joseph, MO, brother, Ralph Scofield, St. Joseph, MO, sister, Karen Scofield, St. Joseph, MO, grandsons, Daniel Musser, Derek Musser, Colton Blanchard, and Drake Blanchard, nephews, Dean and Ronnie Lee Scofield, and numerous cousins, relatives, and friends.
Funeral Services will be conducted at 10:00 am on Wednesday, September 6, 2017 at Rupp Funeral Home with Rev. Pat Sampson 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 Bethel Cemetery, DeKalb, Missouri. Memorials are requested to the Mosiac Life Care Hospice.

Mary Lou Wuerfele
1934-2017

Mary Lou Wuerfele, 83, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Wednesday, August 30, 2017 at a local health care facility.
She was born June 10, 1934 to Earl and Mary Robbins.
Mary Lou married Norman Wuerfele April 1, 1957; he precedes her in death.
She worked at Sherwood Medical, Whitaker Cable and as a house keeper. Through Experience Works she later worked at YMCA and Salvation Army.
Mary Lou enjoyed singing, discussing her favorite TV shows and loved being at her home.
She was also preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Carol Blades, Sharon Robbins, Jackie Groom; brother, Winfred “Gene” Robbins and infant brother, Marlon.
Survivors include daughters, Deborah Miller, Roberta Nolan; sisters, Jean Robbins, Margie Bonnett, Linda Goerke, Clara Robbins; brother, Joe Robbins, several grandchildren, great grandchildren and loving nieces and nephews.
The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to American Cancer Society. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Kevin E. Hughes-Lucas
1965-2017

Kevin E. Hughes-Lucas, 52, Kansas City, Missouri, formerly of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Wednesday, August 30, 2017.
He was born to John Henry Davis, Sr. and Donna (Hughes) Ginn on May 6, 1965 in St. Joseph, MO.
As a youth he attended Holsey Chapel, I.C.M. and also attended St. Joseph Public Schools (Everett Elementary, Horace Mann Middle School and Lafayette High School). Kevin furthered his education at Maplewood’s Community College where he sought a degree in Liberal Arts.
He moved to Kansas City, MO in January of 2005. After moving to Kansas City, he attended Covenant Memorial Baptist Church, where he was baptized.
Kevin was an avid reader and enjoyed the study and exploration of history. He enjoyed sports, various genres of music and a good debate. He was preceded in death by his step-father, Herbert “Rumpy” Lucas, Jr.; sisters, Danielle Lucas, Shana Onikede; nephew, DaJour Lucas; niece, Serenity-Faith Grayson; grandparents, Ruth Ewing, Otis Hayes and Willie Mae Smiley; uncles, Arthur Lewis Ewing and Brian “Skeet” Lucas.
He leaves to celebrate his memory, his wife, Bridgett (Mitchell) Lucas; parents, John Henry Davis, Sr., and Donna Evelyn Ginn; step-father, Keith Harvey Ginn; step-mother’s, Nylanda Dorisetta Davis and Marketa Lucas; sisters, Monique Lucas, Tressa Lucas-Grayson (Anthony), Jeri Lynn Rector (Brian), Herbi-Jo Lucas, and Christina Foutch (Jeff); brothers, Herbert Lucas III (Casey), Corey Lucas (Alaina), John “Jay” Davis, Jr., Larry Nave, Glen Hughes (Katrenia); grandmother, Mattie Pearl Lucas; best friend, Joey Ewing; several nieces and nephews, and one special nephew, Da’Shawn “Bubba” Lucas; and a host of family and friends.
Farewell Services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Friday, Holsey Chapel, I.C.M. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends one hour prior to the service at the church. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Doris Marie Keller
1934-2017

Doris Marie Keller, 83, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Thursday, August 24, 2017.
She was born in St. Joseph, Missouri.
Doris was preceded in death by her parents and grandchildren. Survivors include her children, Charmaine Keller, Jacklyn Barton (Ted), Julie Hillebrand, and Jeff Keller; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Farewell Services under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Ora E. Tisdale
1936-2017

Ora E. Tisdale, 81, of Atchison, KS died Wednesday, August 30, 2017 at the Atchison Senior Village.

Funeral services will be 4:00 pm Friday, Sept. 8th, 2017 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home. The body will be cremated following the service. The family will receive friends from 3:00 to 4:00 pm on Friday at the funeral home. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Ora was born on June 7, 1936 in Luverne, Alabama the daughter of Ralph and Lovie (Miller) Perkins. She was a housewife and homemaker, a member of the Campbell Chapel AME Church where she taught Sunday school and served as a Steward. She enjoyed sewing and especially her children and grandchildren.

Survivors include two sons, Clarence (Barbara) Tisdale, Rio Rancho, NM, and Calvin (Jaime) Tisdale, Atchison, KS, a sister, Anne Jo Perkins, Newark, NJ, four grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

Esther M. Weis
1925-2017

TROY, KANSAS – Esther (Losson) Weis, 92, of Troy, Kansas died Thursday, August 31, 2017.

Esther was born on May 7, 1925 in Troy, Kansas to Harry and Anna Mae (Blakley) Losson. She lived most of her life in Doniphan County and was a homemaker.

Esther is a member of the First Baptist Church in Troy.

She married Alvin O. Kostman on Dec. 26, 1944. He preceded her in death on Sept. 26, 1962. On February 14, 1973 she married Leo “Pete” Weis. He preceded her in death on Jan. 18, 2004. Esther was also preceded by her parents, step-son, Gregg Weis, 3 brothers; Joseph, Harry Jr. and Glen Losson.

She is survived by
3 sons; Steve (Pam), Carl (Vicky) and Rick (Sandra) Kostman all of Troy, Kansas;
5 daughters; Cherry (Garry) Schacht, Marian (Eddie) Smith
and Gail (Hobert) Clary all of Troy, Kansas;
Linda Donahue of Maysville, Missouri;
Janet Kostman of St. Joseph, Missouri;
2 step-sons; Sonny Weis of Perkins, Oklahoma;
Bill Weis of Yale, Oklahoma;
Step-daughter, Reita (Dean) Stonebarger of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma;
numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren;
Sister, Sandra (Orval) Mills of Goose Creek, South Carolina;
Brother, Gary (Betty) Losson of Bridger, Montana.

FUNERAL: Tuesday, Sept. 5, 2017 – 10:30 A.M.
At: First Baptist Church in Troy, Kansas
Burial: Mount Olive Cemetery in Troy, Kansas
Visitation: family will receive friends Monday evening 6-8 PM at the First Baptist Church in Troy. Friends may call after 9 AM Monday at the Harman Rohde Funeral Home in Troy.
Memorials: In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials to either the Troy Ambulance Fund or the First Baptist Church.

Jody Kay (Bozarth) Utter
1973-2017

Jody Kay (Bozarth) Utter, of Warsaw, Mo passed away Monday, August 28, 2017 in Columbia, MO. She was born January 19, 1973 in St. Joseph, MO. She graduated from Benton High School, class of 1992. She married Raymond Gene Utter on January 12, 1998. He survives of the home. They moved to Warsaw, MO in 2013. Jody was a Certified Nurses Aid for 26 years. Jody enjoyed helping and caring for people, traveling, and spending time with her children. She was preceded in death by her Step Father, Frederick Louis Burley, and her Grandparents, Wallace Eugene & Lotus Rhea Bozarth. Survivors include; Husband, Raymond of the home, Mother, Pamela Marie (Bozarth) Burley, Sons, Shai Eugene Bozarth, Andrew Ryan Bozarth, and Raymond Gene Utter, Step Sons, Anthony (Christina) Masoner, Sgt. Issac McLaughlin, United States Army, Alaska, four grandchildren, Sibling’s, Jennifer Marie (Bozarth) Amos, Mary (Burley) Ellis, James Burley, and Step Brothers, Jason Burley and Fred Burley, and Step Sister, Doreena Burley. Jody has been cremated. Family Memorial Dinner Sunday, September 10, 2017 from 12-3 pm at the Lewis and Clark Village Hall.

Marion “Dale” Chappell
1941-2017

Marion Dale Chappell 75, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, August 29, 2017 at Mosaic life care hospital. He was born October 19, 1941 in Graham, MO, son of the late Beulah and Jack Chappell. He married Doris Gentry on April 7, 1958 in St. Joseph, MO. He worked at Triple F Feeds for several years then was the owner operator of D & D Equipment over 20 years which was established in 1991. He enjoyed motorcycles, old cars, and his place at the Lake of the Ozarks. He was a Christian. Dale was preceded in death by his parents, granddaughter, Jessica Cates, sisters, Shirley Duffy, Gail Martin, and Sylvia Simmons. Survivors include, wife, Doris Chappell of the home, sons, Jerry (Selina) Chappell, Agency, MO, and Jackie Chappell, St. Joseph, MO, and daughter, Janette (Pat) Cates. St. Joseph, MO, grandchildren, Tricia Bonnett, Christopher Chappell, Tiffany Chappell, Megan McClain, Zack Sisk, and Wesley Sisk, great grandchildren, Alejandro, Adelina, Hailea, Shelbie, Caleb, Natalie, and Xavier.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 am, on Saturday, September 2, 2017 at Rupp Funeral Home, with Rev. Albert Shirley officiating, The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Friday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Sparta Cemetery . Memorials are requested to the Sparta Cemetery Association or a Charity of donor’s choice.

John Francis Reiner
1941-2017

John Francis Reiner 76, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Tuesday, August 29, 2017 in Mosaic Life Care Hospital. He was born May 23, 1941 in St. Joseph, Missouri, son of the late Florence & Eugene Reiner. He married Karen Fike on April 12, 1965, she survives of the home. He graduated from Central High School. He owned and operated Satellite Manufacturing Co. for Jewelers and Dentist out of Pamona, CA for over 32 years. When he moving back to St. Joseph, he owned the American Tavern for 24 years. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and traveling. While living in California, he did extensive charity work with SFVAR, an association for handicapped young adults, raising hundreds of thousands of dollars. He also owned several race horses. John was preceded in death by his parents, sisters, Roberta, Clara, and Karen. Survivors include: wife, Karen Reiner of the home, brothers, Bob Reiner, Casseville, MO, and Kenny (Patricia) Reiner, St. Joseph, MO, a sister, Delores (Randy) Hoover, and several nieces and nephews. He will be cremated 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

Mary Eddins
1924-2017

Mary Eddins 93, of Saint Joseph, MO passed away Tuesday, August 29, 2017 in a Saint Joseph, MO health care center. She was born April 21, 1924 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of the late Pazi and Nestor Kalahurka. She graduated from Benton High School, Class of 1941 and worked at Chase Candy Company, Wonder Bread “Day Old” Bakery as a Clerk and she was a homemaker. Mary was a member of St. James Catholic Church. She is preceded in death by; husband, William Alfred Eddins, her parents, brothers, Bill, John, and Mike Kalahurka, and her sister, Frances McCullough. Survivors include son, Bill (Gail) Eddins, Saint Joseph, MO, daughters, Patty (Joe) Perry, Clarksville, MD, and Cathy Wood, (Scott Besler), Tecumseh, KS, 4 grandchildren, 6 step grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, 10 step great grandchildren.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, September 2, 2017, at 10:00 am at the St. James Catholic Church, Fr. Bill Walter Celebrant. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Friday at the Rupp Funeral Home with a Rosary to be recited at 7:30 pm, Friday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Mount Olivet Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the Mosaic Hospice or St. James Building Fund.

Gabriella Andrea Correa
1991-2017

Gabriella Andrea Correa, 25 of Boca Raton, FL passed away Saturday, August 26, 2017.

Funeral service will be 2:00 PM Friday, September 1, 2017 at Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, Atchison, KS, with Rev. Michael Strickland officiating. Burial will follow at Sugar Creek Cemetery, Rushville, MO. Family will receive friends prior to service from 1:00 to 2:00 PM at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to Humane Society of Palm Beach County and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www.beckerdyer.com.

Gabriella was born December 8, 1991 in Boynton Beach FL, the daughter of Tony and Audrey (Berry) Correa. She was attending college finishing up her degree in Psychology with an emphasis in Criminal Psychology. Gabriella love volunteering at the local humane society.

Gabriella is survived by her parents, Tony and Audrey Correa, Boca Raton, FL, a paternal grandmother, Benita Pott, a maternal grandmother, Susie Berry, two aunts, Bonnie Emery and Kristi Jamvold.

She is preceded in death by her maternal grandfather Clyde Berry and two uncles David and Doug Berry.

R. Brien Boggess
1939-2017

R. Brien Boggess, 78, passed away August 27 at the home. Brien was
born June 30, 1939 to Bennie and Aileen (O’Brien) Boggess.
Born and raised in Kansas City, MO., Brien graduated from Rockhurst
High School and the University of Kansas with a BA in Education. He was a
member of the KU Golf Team for Three years.
Brien began his golfing career as the head professional at the
Jefferson City Country Club. From there, he became the head golf pro at
Indian Hills Country Club, to co-professional with his father. He also
worked at the St. Louis Country Club before finishing his career at the St.
Joseph Country Club as the head golf professional and general manager.
His love of teaching golf was evident in the many years of
volunteering at Coleman Elementary and Oak Grove Schools. One of his
proudest accomplishments was being recognized as the St. Joseph School
District volunteer of the year in 2017. He also was active in the PGA
Junior Golf program.
Brien was also very involved in the Midwest Section of the
Professional Golf Association, where he was inducted into the Hall of Fame
for his dedication, contribution and Love to the game of golf.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and brother-in- law Gene
Smith.
Survivors include his lifemate, Marcia Boggess of the home; daughters,
Tracie Hicks, St. Joseph and Terrie Campbell (Danny), Columbia, MO; sister,
Marilyn Kay Smith, K.C.; brother, Barry Boggess, Prairie Village, KS.;
grandson, Shayne Peters, Tampa, FL.; and nephews and their families.
Mass of Christian Burial 1:00 P.M. Saturday, St. Francis Xavier
Parish. Inurnment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with
friends 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory.
The family suggests memorial gifts to St. Joseph School District
Foundation or Donor’s Choice. Online guest book and obituary at
www.meierhoffer.com.

Stephanie Kaye Hoskins
1978-2017

Stephanie Kaye (Bloomfield) Hoskins, 38 of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away peacefully at her home, on August 27, 2017. She was born October 20, 1978, in St. Joseph. She is survived by her husband, Roy Hoskins, whom she married in Virginia Beach on September 8, 2007, and her son, Dylan Kirkpatrick of St. Joseph, additional survivors: her father, Steve Roach, siblings; Jerry Crail, Mike Crail, Jeff Bloomfield, and Cindy Hollander, parents-in-law; Jerry and Kathy Hoskins, as well as many aunts, uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by her mother, Carolyn “Susie” Bloomfield and her brother-in-law, Lucas Hoskins. Stephanie graduated from Missouri Western State College with a degree in Criminal Justice and had a long, fulfilling career with the Missouri Juvenile Court System and ending where she began, at the Juvenile Assessment Center, after becoming supervisor there. Stephanie especially loved to travel and wanted to see many more places. She will be missed by her two dogs, Brady and Carlee. Just as Stephanie wanted, there will be a memorial service celebrating her life, on 10 am, Tuesday, September 5, 2017 at the Keys Christian Fellowship, 6002 South 9th St. St. Joseph, Missouri, all are welcome to attend. Memorials are requested to the American Lung Association.

Thomas “Sparky” Lee McDowell
1942-2017

Thomas “Sparky” Lee McDowell 74, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Tuesday August 29, 2017 at a Saint Joseph, MO health care center. He was born October 26, 1942 in St. Joseph, Missouri son of the late Hazel & Harry McDowell. He graduated from Benton High School and worked at the St. Joseph News Press as a Route Driver over 21 years he also worked at Heartland coach company. He enjoyed fishing, car racing, and the CB Radio. Thomas was preceded in death by his parents, grandchildren, Lyndy and Taylor Ashler and his companion, Pamelia Ashler. He is survived by daughters, Larine (Richard) Palmer, Tina (Randy Jr.) Hatton, Laura McDowell, stepdaughters, Annette Keithley, Michelle (Ralph) Pyles, stepson, Chris (Kandy) Ashler, 14 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, brothers, Danny (Dorothy) McDowell, Dennis McDowell, and Steve McDowell, sisters, Judith Wesley, and Barbara Keehn. as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm on Saturday, with memorial services starting at 2:00 pm Saturday at the Rupp Funeral Home. He has been cremated under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home.

Opal Pierce
1927-2017

Opal was born in the rurals of Leonardville, Kansas. She was the seventh child of George and Hulda (Ekstrom) Rosell.

Opal was married on December 22, 1948 to Gerald Pierce who preceded her in death on January 29, 2002. They were both known for their avid love of the Bible. They enjoyed visiting many people in the community and Doniphan County area by means of their door to door activity as Jehovah’s Witnesses.

Survivors include three daughters: Susan (Lester) Peuker, Connie Leatherman, Mary (Ray) Merten and three sons: Dow (Diane) Pierce, G.E. (Sheryl) Pierce and Jesse (Michelle) Pierce and several grandchildren as well as several great-grandchildren.

The body has been cremated.

In Lieu of flowers the family requests memorials to either Wathena Nursing Home Activities Department or The Worldwide Work of Jehovah’s Witnesses.

Memorial Service: Saturday, September 9th at 10:00 A.M. with visitation to follow at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home, Troy, Kansas.

Private Family Inurnment: Carnahan Creek Cemetery, Olsburg, Kansas.

Veronica Leeann Cook
1993-2017

Veronica Leeann Cook

June 22, 1993 – August 9, 2017

Veronica was born in Kansas City Missouri and lived most of her life in St Joseph Missouri.

Veronica was a special gift to those who knew and loved her. She had the best heart and would give everything she had to anyone who would ask without hesitation. She had a pure and innocent spirit that saw only the best.

On November 27, 2005 Veronica was Baptized at Grace Evangelical Church in St Joseph Mo. This began her close relationship with God that continued for the rest of her life.

Veronica’s happiest school years occurred while attending Mid-Buchanan High School in Faucett Mo. She excelled at cross country, lettering and winning many medals. Veronica was very proud of her accomplishments in track and enjoyed being part of the team. Those were very special times for her.

Veronica also enjoyed volunteering and helping others. She volunteered with the Special Olympics and United Cerebral Palsy. Veronica had the wonderful ability to connect with others and form genuine bonds.

Veronica enjoyed traveling. She loved going to Washington DC and seeing the White House. She also enjoyed spending time with extended family at the beach in Hatteras NC. Veronica loved the ocean.

Veronica also loved babies. If a baby with in the room it would not take long before Veronica would have them in her arms. Veronica had no children of her own but was a loving Aunt to her niece and nephews, Kylee, Kayden and baby Bubba.

Veronica spent time many different places throughout her short life, leaving most better than she found them. Even if you knew Veronica only briefly, she had a unique way of squirming into your heart and staying there, even after she had moved on.

Veronica was a good kid with the most pure, most genuine heart and she will be missed.

She was here. She mattered.

Veronica is survived by her siblings, Aimee Mechelle Beaman-Cook (fiancé Kurtis Garr) St Joseph MO, Kevin James Donovan Jr., Damien Anthony Donovan, Harold James Donovan and Joshua Alan Donovan

Veronica is also survived by Patricia Cook (fiancé Jim Cox) St Joseph MO, Sharon Clark St Joseph MO and many extended family and friends who cared for and prayed for Veronica during her short time here.

Veronica was preceded in death by a brother Jeffery D Smith.

Denise M. Streit
1953-2017

HOLTON – Denise M. Streit, 63, of Holton, died Friday, August 25, 2017 at the Midland Hospice House in Topeka.

She was born November 24, 1953, in Holton, the daughter of John and Ada Marie Boyce Winters. She graduated from Holton High School in 1971. She served in the U.S. Army National Guard from 1984 to 1990 and was a member of the American Legion. Denise loved to hunt and fish.

In her early years Denise had worked at the Trails Truck Stop in Holton. She later worked for KNI in Topeka, at the Jackson County Sheriff’s Department as the Dispatch Supervisor, and was an EMT for Medcare Ambulance Service in Holton. Her last job before having to retire because of her health was as a truck driver for Swift Trucking Company.

She married Herbert Streit on December 21, 1976 at the Evangel United Methodist Church in Holton. He survives, of the home.

Denise was preceded in death by her parents, her son, David Streit and her sister, Karla Grau.

Other survivors include a daughter, Kerry Becker and husband Justin, Holton; two brothers, John “Butch” Winters, Topeka and James Winters, Soldier; one grandson, Micah Becker, and nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, September 2nd at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Holton. Burial with military honors will follow in the Holton Cemetery. Denise will lie in state Friday at the funeral home where family and friends will meet from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. Memorials are suggested to the Heart of Jackson Humane Society or the American Diabetes Association, and may be sent in care of the funeral home, P.O. Box 1034, Holton, 66436.

Carolyn Sue Taylor
1940-2017

Carolyn Sue Taylor 77, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Thursday, August 24, 2017 in a Saint Joseph health care center. She was born March 29, 1940 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of the late Virginia and John Miller. She graduated from Benton High School, and she was a homemaker. She loved spending time with her family and enjoyed cooking, gardening, planting flowers, and taking care of the yard. Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents, and a brother, Johnny Miller. Survivors include daughter, Connie (Michael) Ide, son, Ronnie (Donna) Taylor, daughter, Nancy Taylor all of St. Joseph, MO, and grandchild, Bobbie Jo Powers.
Graveside Funeral Services and Interment will be conducted on Monday, August 28, 2017 at 11:00 am at the Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM on Monday at the Rupp Funeral Home.

Sister Mary Obear, OSB
1922-2017

Sister Mary Benet Obear, OSB, 95, a Benedictine sister of Mount St. Scholastica, Atchison, Kans., died Friday, August 25, at the monastery. The vigil service will be Sunday, August 27 at 7 p.m. in the monastery chapel, and the Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated there Monday, August 28 at 10:30 a.m.

Sister Mary Benet Obear was the third of five children born to Alice and Howard Obear in Chicago, Ill. After graduating from St. Scholastica Academy in Chicago, she worked as an airline hostess and secretary. She entered the Benedictine sisters in Atchison in 1947 and professed monastic vows in 1948. She taught grade school and high school from 1948-1969. She earned a master of science degree in chemistry and math from Marquette University and a master’s degree in gerontology from the University of Arizona. She worked as an activity director at John Knox Village in Lee’s Summit, Mo., and Rockhill Care Center in Kansas City. Mo. She was also director of pastoral care at a nursing home in Tucson, Ariz., for three years. From 1981-95, she taught math and tutored students at Donnelly College. After retiring, Sister Mary Benet worked in the monastery library.

Sister Mary Benet was preceded in death by her parents, Alice and Howard Obear, by her four siblings: Howard Obear Jr., Jane Leiser, Peter Obear and Bettie Obear. She is survived by her sister-in-law, Mary Obear, 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).

Sister Kathleen Egan, OSB
1915-2017

Sister Kathleen (Mary Janice) Egan, OSB, 102, a Benedictine sister of Mount St. Scholastica, Atchison, Kans., died Thursday, August 24, 2017, at the monastery. The vigil service will be Sunday, 27 Aug, at 7 p.m. in the monastery chapel, and the Mass of Resurrection and the Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated there Monday, August 28 at 10:30 a.m.

Sister Kathleen was born in Wales, England, to Jeremiah and Mary Agnes Ahern-O’Sullivan Egan on March 13, 1915. The family moved to New York in 1927. After four years as a social worker in New York City, she entered the Mount community in 1941. She served over 50 years at Mount St. Scholastica College, which became Benedictine College, as a professor of speech and drama and later college librarian. She retired from Benedictine College as professor emerita in 1971, and in 1980, received the Offeramus Award, an honor bestowed by the college on an outstanding alumna.

She and her sister Eileen were friends of St. Teresa of Calcutta; together they wrote three books about her. A friend also of Dorothy Day, Sister Kathleen started several initiatives for the poor of Atchison and beyond. She belonged to professional associations and peace organizations and was a charter member of the American Benedictine Academy. She affirmed the gifts of others and was able to draw out gifts they did not believe they had. Among her students was Nobel Peace Prize winner Wangari Maathai. Her polite gentle approach was tenacious and persistent in matters of peacemaking and of justice for the poor.

Sister Kathleen was preceded in death by her parents, by her brothers James and Brother John Mark, F.C.F., and her sister Eileen Egan. She is survived by her sister Mabel Gil, Albany, N.Y., brother Jerome Egan, New York, N.Y., nieces and 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).

Glen “Jake” Fraser
1927-2017

HOLTON – Glen “Jake” Fraser, 90, of Holton, formerly of Fairview and Hiawatha, died Friday, August 25, 2017 at his home.

He was born January 7, 1927 in rural Fairview, the son of John Henry and Mildred Jennifer Houlett Fraser.

Jake left high school early to join the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was a machinist’s mate and later joined the Navy Seabees where he learned to operate heavy equipment. He used this training when he returned to civilian life working as a heavy equipment operator for Local 101, Operating Engineers, retiring in 1989.

He married Nancy Carol Ham on March 28, 1952 in Eureka Springs, Arkansas. She died July 18, 2013.

Jake was also preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Jean Zimmerman, Jerald Fraser, Shirley Babb and Janice Kathrens.

Survivors include his children, Jay Glen Fraser, David Wynn Fraser and Jennifer Louise Shaw and husband Bruce, all of Holton, and Timothy Lynn Fraser, Hiawatha, three sisters, Joan Hall, Holton, Mary Kleppee, Hiawatha and Betty Adams, Central Point, OR; and one grandson, Christopher Fraser, in Georgia.

Cremation is planned. A service to honor both Jake and Nancy will be held in Hiawatha and will be announced at a later date. Memorials are suggested to Heart of Jackson Humane Society, and may be sent in care of the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, P.O. Box 1034, Holton, 66436.