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Obituaries March 19th

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Geraldine Ann Davis
1938 – 2019

Geraldine Ann Davis 80, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, March 18, 2019.

She was born October 11, 1938 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of the late Gladys and Arthur Brown.

She worked in Mound City housing, and at the King Hill Apartments. She was a member of Missouri Valley Baptist Church, Halls, MO. Geraldine was preceded in death by husband, Gerald Davis, her parents, son, “Chip” Dale Davis, brother, Arthur Brown, Jr.. Survivors include son, Mitchell (Teresa) Davis of Forest City, MO, five grandchildren eight great grandchildren.

Graveside funeral services and interment will be conducted on Wednesday, March 20, 2019 at 2:00 pm, at the Sugar Creek Cemetery , The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM on Wednesday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Memorials are requested to the South Side Food Kitchen.

 

Gladys M. Davis
1930 – 2019

Gladys M. Davis 89, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Sunday March 17, 2019 in Saint Joseph, MO.

She was born January 20, 1930 in Cowgill, Missouri daughter of the late Clara & William Neill.

She was a Homemaker who enjoyed Crochet, Quilting, Pottery, and Gardening. She was a member of V.F.W Auxiliary Post 6760.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard “Dick” L Davis, her parents, brothers, Raymond Neill and Clifton Neill, and sister, Joanna Amprino.

Survivors include: daughter, Brenda (Terry) Neal, and son, Roy (Becky) Moore, Jr. all of St. Joseph, MO, six grandchildren: Michael (Catrina) Moore, Angela Shaw, Eddie (Tina) Moore, Timothy (Shelley) Neal, Shelly (Chad) Miller, and Rachell (Brett) Dixon, 12 Great Grandchildren, 2 Great-Great Grandsons.

She will be cremated under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home, and the inurnment will be at a late date at the Leavenworth National Cemetery with her husband.

 

Clara Jean Brown
1940 – 2019

Clara Jean Brown, 78, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, March 17, 2019, at her home.
She was born December 16, 1940.

Clara married Charles Brown, Sr. in 1956; he preceded her in death on November 27, 2017.
She worked as an LPN at the State Hospital. Clara was a member of Hope Fellowship Church and Eastern Star.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, Pearce and Agnes (Campbell) Nichols.

Survivors include her son, Charles Brown Jr. (Paula), LaVerne, CA; son, Ray Brown, St. Joseph, MO; daughter, Rebecca Coon (Ernest), St. Joseph, MO; son, Timothy Brown (Lisa), Savannah, MO; son, Pierce Brown (Heidi), Elwood, KS; 7 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews.

Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Thursday, Hope Fellowship Church. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory.

 

Robert J. “Bob” Brown, Jr.
1933 – 2019

Robert J. “Bob” Brown, Jr., 85, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, March 16, 2019.

He was born July 17, 1933 in St. Joseph, Missouri.

Bob married Shirley Ann Nichols January 26, 1957.

He was a 1951 graduate of Central High School, then later attended University of Missouri, where he was in the Kappa Alpha Pi, Zeta Chapter. Bob enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1954. He was owner/operator of Robert J. Brown Lumber. Bob attended First Christian Church. He was a board member of Commerce Bank, Camp Marvin Hillyard, Optimist Club, Mount Mora Cemetery and the Moila Shriners. Bob enjoyed reading, working in the yard, watching the news, hunting, fishing, golf, the Denver Broncos, county music, John Wayne, desserts and home cooked meals. He was the best husband and father that anyone could ask for. Bob cared about his family, lumber company and friends like no other. He never met a stranger.

He was preceded in death by his son, Greg James Brown; parents, Robert and Henrietta Braxton (Wyeth) Brown, Sr.; and sister, Mimi Lammers.

Survivors include wife of 62 years, Shirley Ann Brown; daughter, Carla Brown (Tim Hart); son, Douglas Brown (Celeste); sister, Betsy Bartlett; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 11:00 to 12:30 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family request donations to the American Heart Association or Friends of the Animal Shelter. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

 

William B. Brinton
1926 – 2019

William B. Brinton, 93, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, March 17, 2019, at Delmar Gardens of Lenexa, Kansas.

He was born January 2, 1926, in Agency, Missouri.

William married Marjorie Jean Potts on November 27, 1948. She survives of the home. He was a machine adjuster for Western Tablet & Stationery for more than 45 years. William proudly served as a Merchant Marine for the U.S. Navy during World War II and was a dedicated member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the U.S. He and his wife have lived in St. Joseph together for more than 70 years and were lifetime members of St. Joseph Co-Cathedral Catholic Church.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Bryant and Crystal (Herring) Brinton, and beloved dog, Lucy.
Survivors also include his four daughters; one son; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and close friend and neighbor, Jim Shouse.

Farewell Services 3:00 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. Parish Rosary 1:30 to 2:00 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory, where the family will gather with friends 2:00 to 2:30 P.M. Thursday. Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA). Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

 

George G. Fanning
1936 – 2019

George G. Fanning, 83, St. Joseph, Missouri; passed away Sunday, March 17, 2019 at his home.

George was born on February 13, 1936 in St. Joseph, Missouri to the late George and Pearl (Gude) Fanning. He was a 1954 graduate of Central High School. Mr. Fanning served our country in the US Army for seven years. George then started his career with Burlington Northern Railroad, retiring on February 14, 1997, after forty-one years.

Mr. Fanning is survived by his son, George M. Fanning, daughter, Christine Fanning; sisters, Mary Agnes Shaefer, Margaret Sullivan, Kate Shelley and Linda Mosley; brothers, Bill and John Fanning; former wife, Darlene Fanning and numerous nieces and nephews.

Prayer Service 10:00 AM Friday at Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery.

Visitation will be held after 11:00 AM Thursday at our chapel, where the family will receive friends 6:00 to 8:00 PM Thursday.

Interstate 29 closure moves closer to St. Joseph as floodwaters cover interstate in Missouri

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By BRENT MARTIN

St. Joseph Post

Flooding along the Missouri River in northwest Missouri has forced the closure of Interstate 29 to move south, now just north of St. Joseph.

The Missouri Department of Transportation has closed I-29 at Mile Marker 57, the intersection of U.S. 71. MoDOT had closed I-29 at Rock Port, due to flooding in Iowa. Floodwaters breached levees in northwest Missouri today, sending floodwaters across I-29 in Missouri.

Assistant District Engineer Jennifer Sardigal in MoDOT’s St. Joseph office says traffic traveling north on I-29 now will be diverted to U.S. 71.

“We’re closing it at 71 freeway where 71, 229, and 29 meet to divert the traffic going towards Iowa up 71,” says Sardigal.

This is the first time during the current flooding that water has threatened to cover I-29 in Missouri.

MoDOT advises anyone wanting to travel I-29 north to use I-35 and then take I-80 into Iowa. For more information visit: modot.org/2019-northwest-missouri-flooding.

Stay informed about Missouri road conditions by using MoDOT’s Traveler Information Map, available online at modot.org, or through MoDOT’s smartphone app, available for iPhone and Android mobile devices.

You can also call 888-ASK-MODOT (888-275-6636) to speak with a customer service representative 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Light to moderate rain expected today and tonight

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Off and on rain will move into the area this morning, and become more steady through the afternoon and evening. Most of the rain will fall north of I-70, where up to 1/2″ is expected, with lesser amounts further south. While this activity is not expected to dramatically worsen the flooding along the Missouri River and neighboring tributaries it will certainly contribute to a slower recession of the water. More rain is expected later this week, into the weekend, which again will slow the recession of waters, but not expected to dramatically aggravate the ongoing flooding. Here’s the 7-day forecast from the National Weather Service:

Today: Showers before 2 p.m., then rain likely, mainly after 5 p.m. High near 49. Light and variable wind becoming east 6 to 11 mph in the morning. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New precipitation amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.

Tonight: Rain, mainly before 4 a.m. Low around 36. East northeast wind 9 to 13 mph becoming northwest after midnight. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New precipitation amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.

Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming sunny, with a high near 54. West wind 9 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph.

Wednesday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 31. North wind 7 to 10 mph.

Thursday: Sunny, with a high near 55. North northwest wind around 7 mph.

Thursday Night: Clear, with a low around 33.

Friday: Sunny, with a high near 62.

Friday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 39.

Saturday: A chance of rain after 1 p.m. Partly sunny, with a high near 63. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

Saturday Night: A chance of rain. Cloudy, with a low around 46. Chance of precipitation is 50%.

Sunday: Rain likely. Cloudy, with a high near 61. Chance of precipitation is 60%.

Sunday Night: A chance of rain. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 48. Chance of precipitation is 50%.

Monday: A chance of rain. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 62. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

Missouri man airlifted to hospital after rear-end crash

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LIVINGSTON COUNTY — One person was injured in an accident just after 2 p.m. Monday in Livingston County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2017 GMC Terrain driven by Mark T. Ramers, 40, Kansas City, was westbound on U.S. 36 at Route D one mile east of Mooresville.

The vehicle rear-ended a semi driven by George F. Roberts IV, 54, Mooresville.
Chillicothe EMS transported Ramers to Hedrick Medical Center and then he was air lifted to St. Luke’s on the Plaza.

Roberts was not wearing a seat belt, according to the MSHP.

From law at Akron to president of Missouri Western State University; Wilson introduces himself

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By BRENT MARTIN

St. Joseph Post

MWSU President-Designate shares a laugh during his address on the St. Joseph campus.

A law professor from the University of Akron introduced himself to Missouri Western State University as the next Missouri Western president during a ceremony on the St. Joseph campus this afternoon.

President-Designate Matt Wilson says one of the most important things a university president can do is listen.

“As your incoming president, it’s my intention to solicit information, to listen intently to your thoughts, your observations, and your ideas,” Wilson told the crowd gathered at the Remington Atrium. “Please know that listening trumps any preconceived notions or any plans or things that I might have.”

Wilson served as president of the University of Akron in Ohio from 2016 to 2018 before returning to the Akron School of Law. Wilson led a two-year budget turn-around at the school, turning a $30 million deficit into a $12 million-dollar surplus.

Wilson said he’s excited to get started July first.

Wilson greets attendees after speaking to the group.

“It’s my mission to help the world discover the magic that we have here at Missouri Western,” Wilson said. “There are so many great things here at this university that range from accessibility to affordability, to quality, to hands-on practical learning, to opportunities in academics and music, the arts, sports, and life, and in leadership.”

Wilson said he sees a bright future ahead for Missouri Western.

“I’m convinced that here at Missouri Western, everything is possible, especially if we re-double our commitment to students, student success, applied learning, degree completion, service, workforce readiness and the like.”

Wilson will succeed Robert Vartabedian, who will retire after leading Missouri Western for 11 years.

The MWSU Board of Governors voted unanimously for Wilson to become the fifth president of Missouri Western.

Wilson has an extensive academic background. He served as associate dean of the University of Wyoming College of Law as well as senior associate dean and general counsel of Temple University Japan. He served as a visiting professor at three universities in Asia. Wilson worked in a law firm before beginning his career in higher education.

SJPD investigating Monday afternoon bank robbery

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SJPD investigating bank robbery at Citizens Bank and Trust at 5305 North Belt.

St. Joseph Police are investigating after a bank robbery reported at the Shoppes at North Village Monday afternoon.

According to Sgt. Chris McBane with the police department, at 3:15 p.m., a man walked into the Citizens Bank and Trust at 5305 North Belt and presented a note demanding money. He left on foot with an undetermined amount of cash. No one was injured.

Police are describing the suspect as a white male, wearing a blue jacket and a St. Louis Cardinals baseball hat.

Anyone with information is asked to call the TIPS Hotline at (816) 238-TIPS.

Obituaries March 18th

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Grace (Hull) Morgan
1922 – 2019

Grace (Hull) Morgan, 96, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, March 14, 2019, at her home.
She was born May 5, 1922, in St. Joseph.

Grace married Ralph Arthur Morgan on September 11, 1978. He preceded her in death in 1998.
She was a proud member of Moila, the Commerce Bank Club, the Birthday Club, and the Rock Group. Grace loved dancing with her husband, traveling, taking cruises, camping, and above all, shopping. She was very social and a loving, worldly person. Grace will be missed.

Grace was also preceded in death by her parents, Clarence Arthur and Grace Carolyn (Raddish) Hull.
Survivors include her daughters of the heart, Susan Fortune and Donna Fasching.

Farewell Graveside Services 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family suggests memorial donations to Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

 

Steven Wayne Hubbard
1958 – 2019

Steven Wayne Hubbard, 60, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, March 16, 2019.
He was born December 9, 1958, in Kansas City, Kansas.

Steven was a truck driver for most of his life and was extremely proud of being a Marine Corps veteran.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Bud and Madaline Hubbard, and his brother, James Hubbard.
Survivors include his son, Raymond Hubbard (Jennifer); grandson, Russel; brother, Mike Hubbard (Mary); and numerous nieces and nephews.

Farewell Services are pending Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations to the funeral home to help with funeral expenses or to donate online, visit Steven’s Tribute Page at www.meierhoffer.com and select Donate Now.

 

Frances C. Kessler
1929 – 2019

Frances Cecilia (Jezak) Kessler died March 16, 2019. She was born in St Joseph, MO, September 16, 1929, to Andrew and Agnes (Hruby) Jezak. She graduated from Central High School in 1947 and from St. Joseph Hospital School of Nursing in 1950.

She married Curtis Kessler March 31, 1951 in St. Joseph where they resided until moving to the Whitesville, MO area in 1957 and then to the Savannah, MO area in 1965. She was involved in all aspects of farm life assisting dad in every way possible and having a career in nursing. She worked at Sister’s Hospital as a surgical nurse, Kelley, Long & Baker (KLB) Clinic in Savannah, Laverna Heights, St. Francis Hospital, Maryville and Heartland Hospital East until retiring in 1992. She was a member of the St . Rose of Lima Catholic Church, the Altar Society, the Laverna Guild being a Charter Member, and a lifelong member of St. Joseph Hospital Quarter of Century Club. She was very good cook and always had a dessert on hand in case someone dropped in.

Preceding her in death was her husband of 67 years, her parents, two brothers, Vincent Jezak and Joseph Jezak and two sisters Rose Kehs and Mary Ann Jezak.

Surviving are a son Gregory (Kelly) Kessler and a daughter Caelene (Jeff) Lance both of Savannah. Three granddaughters, Mackenzie Luedke, Brooke Stewart, Mariah Lance and two grandsons Dakota Kessler and Kenley Lance and several step-grandchildren and step great-grandchildren. A brother Bernard (Sally) Jezak, Kansas City, Mo and many nieces and nephews.

Mass of Christian Burial will take place Thursday, March 21st at 10:00 AM at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church with internment at Mt. Olivet Cemetery in St. Joseph, Mo. On Wednesday, March 20th the Rosary will be recited at 6:00 PM with visitation following from 6:30-8:30 PM at Heaton-Bowman-Smith Savannah Chapel.

In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial contributions may be made to St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church or Freudenthal Hospice.

2 hospitalized after NW Missouri head-on crash

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HARRISON COUNTY —Two people were injured in an accident just before 8:30a.m. Monday in Harrison County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2009 Kia Optima driven by Rachel D. Flowers, 32, Gilman City, was eastbound on Route M one mile west of Gilman City.

The Kia crossed the centerline and struck a 2007 Dodge Caliber driven by Ralph W. Meservey, 82, Chula, head-on. After impact, the Dodge traveled off the north side of the road and overturned.

NTA EMS transported Flowers to Harrison County Community Hospital. A private vehicle transported Meservey to Harrison County Community Hospital.

Both drivers were properly restrained at the time of the accident, according to the MSHP.

Cooper Nuclear Station threatened, but not shut down as Missouri River floods southeast Nebraska, northwest Missouri

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By BRENT MARTIN

St. Joseph Post

Cooper Nuclear Station/Nebraska Public Power District photo

Worries that the Cooper Nuclear Power Plant near Brownville, Nebraska would have to shut down have lessened as the projected crest of the Missouri River has dropped.

Nebraska Public Power District spokesman Mark Becker says the plant remains up and running at full capacity.

“Cooper nuclear station in Brownville is operating today at 100% as it has over the entire weekend,” according to Becker. “The levels for any kind of possible shutdown were never reached over the weekend. As a matter of fact, the water levels on the Missouri River have dropped.”

The National Weather Service reports the Missouri River is just below 26 feet at St. Joseph with an expected crest of 27.4 feet late Thursday.

Simply put, though the rising Missouri River threatened operations of the plant, it never rose high enough to shut down the plant.

“That’s primarily due to some levees that have collapsed on the Iowa side of the river and, of course, at Cooper, our levee on the Nebraska side is higher than what’s on the Missouri side, so water is flowing over the levee on the Missouri side onto the floodplain,” Becker says.

Cooper declared an “unusual event” when the Missouri River rose to 899 feet at the plant. The river level never reached 900 feet at the plant. The nuclear plant has to shut down when the level reaches 901.5 feet.

Essential staff remained at the plant this weekend. Non-essential staff are not required to come to the plant. Floodwaters overflowed Highway 136, cutting off access to Brownville from the Missouri side.

 

Flood victims in Nebraska need your help

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An Eagle Communications bucket truck loaded down with bottled water for stricken communities in Nebraska

Flooding has reached record levels at 17 locations in Nebraska. Hundreds of homes have been damaged and hundreds of people are staying in shelters. Nearly 300 people have been rescued from high water across the state. In one county alone, Sarpy County, up to 500 homes have been damaged.

You can get information on how you can send donations to help here.

At that link you will find a way to text donations or send donations to Nebraska Flood Relief.

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