Nevada M. Heinz
1917-2013

Nevada M. Heinz, 96, St. Joseph, Missouri died Tuesday, April 23, 2013 at a local healthcare facility.
She was born March 4, 1917 to William and Mary Bennett in St. Joseph, Missouri.
Nevada married Elmer W. Heinz on March 15, 1958. He preceded her in death on April 16, 1989.
She was a member of Wyatt Park Baptist Church and enjoyed playing cards and bingo.
She was also preceded in death by her first husband, M. “Dean” Knox in 1954; parents; son, Larry Dean Knox; brother, William; sisters, Jay, Leona, and Willie.
Survivors: son, Ronald Knox; grandchildren, Jeremy Knox, Scott Knox, Kollin Knox (Laura), Kara Eaton (Tom), and Kristi Miller (Faron); and numerous great-grandchildren.
Services: 10:00 A.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends 6:00
to 8:00 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory, where friends may call after 5:00 P.M. Thursday. The family requests donations to be made to St. Jude’s Children Research Hospital. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Gordon Lemar
Graham, Missouri

After a brief illness and brave fight Gordon Lemar, 78, Graham, Missouri, passed away peacefully Monday, April 22, 2013, at Laverna Village Nursing Home, Savannah, Missouri with his family at his side.

Gordon was born April 7, 1935, in Craig, Missouri to Russell Milton and Frankie Lucille (Wickiser) Lemar.

A high school graduate of Pickett High School, St. Joseph, he attended Northwest Missouri State University and was a farmer in the Graham community for his lifetime. Gordon enjoyed playing cards, attending activities with his grandchildren, tractor pulls, snow mobiling, and dancing.
He liked to hear and tell a good joke. He loved farming and his cattle and calves.

He married Charlotte Fae Fuston on March 24, 1957, in Graham, Missouri. Charlotte preceded Gordon in death January 20, 2012.

Preceding Gordon in death were his wife, his parents, and a sister Phyllis Tiedeman.

Survivors include son Scott (Cindy) Lemar, Graham, daughter Lori (Kip) Beer, Kansas City, MO, grandchildren Lauren (Mike) Shoener, Zach and Frankie Lemar, sisters Rita Lea Heitman, Smithville, MO, and Rhonda (Roger) Messner, Graham, brothers and sisters in law, nieces, nephews, and cousins

A visitation will be 6:00 – 8:00 PM, Thursday, April 25, 2013, at the Price Funeral Home, Maryville.

Funeral Services will be 10:00 AM, Friday, April 26, 2013, at the Graham United Methodist Church, with burial following in the Prairie Home Cemetery, Graham.

Memorials may be made to the Gordon and Charlotte Lemar Memorial Scholarship Fund, % Nodaway Holt R-7 School, 318 South Taylor, Graham, Missouri 64455 in Gordon’s name.

Arrangements: Price Funeral Home (www.pricefuneralhomemaryville.com)

Alberta L. Beery

1918-2013

Alberta L. Beery, 94, St. Joseph, Missouri died Friday, April 19, 2013, at a local healthcare facility. She was born June 29, 1918, to Henry and Louisa Berkemeier in St. Joseph, Missouri. Alberta married Arthur Wilson Beery on September 19, 1942. He preceded her in death on April 11, 1988. She was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Alberta was also preceded in death by her parents; and two brothers, Edward Berkemeier and Louis Berkemeier. Survivors: nephews, James Berkemeier, Francis Berkemeier, and William Berkemeier; and nieces, Helen King and Karen Landers. Mass of Christian Burial: 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, Horigan Chapel, Mount Olivet Cemetery. Interment Mount Olivet Cemetery. The family will receive friends 9:00 to 9:30 A.M. Tuesday, Horigan Chapel. Parish Rosary 9:30 A.M. Tuesday, Horigan Chapel. Friends may call after 5:00 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Edith Cathrine Metzgar
1918-2013

Edith Cathrine Metzgar, 94, Mound City, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, April 17, 2013, at Tiffany Heights Care Center in Mound City.
She was born December 1, 1918 in Fairfax, Missouri, to Robert and Lila (Curry) Thomson.
Edith graduated from Fairfax High School in 1936. She attended Park College then graduated from Platte-Guard Secretarial School in St. Joseph. She worked at Sunflower Ammunition Plant in the Kansas City, Kansas area. Later she worked for the government at AAA Farm Agency in Mound City.
In 1943 Edith married Edgar L. Metzgar. They made their home on the family farm near Mound City. He preceded her in death in 1987.
Edith was a homemaker and mother. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Fairfax and the Fairfax Chapter of the Order of Eastern Star. She enjoyed sewing, cooking and baking, gardening and spending time with her family and their many activities. She will be sadly missed by her family and all who knew her.
She was also preceded in death by her parents; brother, Robert C. Thomson; sisters, Julia Thomson, Helen Lytle, and Esther Thomson; and infant granddaughter, Jenny Leann Metzgar.
Survivors: son, William E. “Bill” Metzgar (Karma), Mound City, Missouri; daughters, Lila Metzgar and Ann Metzgar, Kansas City, Missouri; two granddaughters, Catherine Metzgar, State College, Pennsylvania, and Carina Metzgar, Mound City, Missouri; and many nieces and nephews.
Services: 1:00 P.M. Monday, Pettijohn & Crawford Funeral Home. Interment Mount Hope Cemetery. The family will receive friends 2:00 to 4:00 P.M. Sunday, Pettijohn & Crawford Funeral Home, where friends may call after 2:00 P.M. Sunday. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the First Christian Church of Mound City. Online guest book and obituary at www.pettijohncrawford.com.

 

 

Mary B. Wheeler
1911-2013

Mary Blessing Wheeler, 101, St. Joseph, Missouri died Thursday, April 18, 2013 at Country Squire, her home since 2000.
She was born December 10, 1911 to Joseph and Martha Dougherty in Higbee, Missouri.
Mary B. married Clifford L. Wheeler in 1934. He preceded her in death in 1969.
She graduated from Myers High School in 1929. She received her Bachelor of Science in Education Degree from the University of Missouri and began her teaching career in a one room school house and later worked for the Fayette and New Franklin School Districts for a total of forty-six years.
Mary B. cherished her daily readings from “Jesus Calling”. Her passion was teaching young children and helping prepare them for their future. She loved her family and especially spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Mary B. was a member of First Christian Church, Fayette, Missouri, where she was a Deaconess and a Sunday School Teacher. She was a member of Daughters of the American Revolution; Charter Member of the Golden Study Club; Past President of PEO, Chapter GG; Order of the Eastern Star; Past President of Howard County Retired Teachers Association; and was active in PTA.
She was also preceded in death by her parents; and three sisters, Ozella, Joella, and Eunice.
Survivors: daughter, Patricia Steinbecker (Terry), St. Joseph, Missouri; grandson, Ryan Steinbecker (Shari), St. Joseph, Missouri; great-grandson, Jakob; granddaughter, Teri Lea Cumming (Chris), Grand Rapids, Michigan; great-granddaughters, Carlee and Teagan; and numerous nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews.
The family would like to give special thanks to Sharon and Courtney Barron and all the other Helping Hands Personnel that provided loving care and companionship to Mary B. Thanks also to Hands of Hope Hospice.
Services: 11:30 A.M. Monday, April 22, First Christian Church, Fayette, Missouri. Interment Fayette City Cemetery. The family will receive friends 2:30 to 4:00 P.M. Sunday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory and 11:00 to 11:30 A.M. Monday, First Christian Church, Fayette, Missouri. The family requests donations be made to First Christian Church 307 N Church St, Fayette, Missouri 65248 or Noyes Home for Children 801 N Noyes Blvd, St. Joseph, Missouri 64506. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Carolyn L. Williams
1925-2013

Carolyn L. Williams, 87, St. Joseph, Missouri went to her eternal home Tuesday, April 16, 2013 at a local healthcare facility.
Carolyn was born May 11, 1925 in Adel, Iowa, the daughter of Lurentes and Myrtle (Talbott) Morse.
She married Oscar H. Williams, Jr. on June 12, 1948.
Carolyn worked as a photographic retoucher for several studios, as a clerk at United Department store and as a telemarketer. She was also a member of Woodson Chapel Christian Church.
Carolyn loved her family very much and spending time with them, especially during the holidays. She also enjoyed giving her time to charities, having spent time with the March of Dimes and the local food kitchen.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; sister, Dorothy Kilgore; and nephew, John Sprague.
Survivors: sons, David Williams (Kathie), Maryville, Missouri and Donnie Williams, St. Joseph, Missouri; six grandchildren, Shane Williams (Amy) and Tracy Stewart (Melissa), St. Joseph, Missouri, Amanda Wiederholt (Jason), Jacob Williams, Elijah Williams, and Brooklynn Williams, Maryville, Missouri; eleven great-grandchildren; niece, Mary Norris; and great-niece, Melanie Norris.
Services: 1:00 P.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory, where friends may call after 5:00 P.M. Friday. Memorial contributions may be made to Woodson Chapel or a charity of the Donor’s Choice. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

 

 

Ronald L. Hootman
1952-2013

Ronald L. Hootman, 60, Oregon, Missouri died Monday, April 15, 2013 at his home.
He was born July 5, 1952 to Lynn and Lois Hootman in Cameron, Missouri.
He married Phillis Hayes. She survives of the home.
Ronald was with the St. Joseph Fire Department for twenty-one years and enjoyed hunting, fishing, and woodworking.
He was preceded in death by his father.
Survivors: wife; seven children, Tina White, Tiffani Sonderegger, Andrea Slawson, Shaina Hayes, Tim Prothers, Barbara Loins, and Lee Loins; nineteen grandchildren; and a sister, Cheryl Weisgerber.
Mr. Hootman was a member of the Missouri Cremation Service. Online guestbook and obituary at www.missouricremation.com.

Jerrie Lynn Milbourn
1952-2013

Jerrie Lynn Milbourn, 60, Country Club Village, Missouri died Monday, April 15, 2013 at her residence.
She was born July 26, 1952 to Jerry D. and Betty E. (King) Beasley.
She enjoyed the outdoors, picking strawberries, fishing, and camping. She loved spending time with her grandchildren, was a wonderful cook, and made shadowboxes.
She was preceded in death by her grandmother, Clara Myrtle King; and parents.
Survivors: sons, Donnie Milbourn, Jacob Milbourn, and Josh Milbourn; seven grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; brother, Steven Beasley; and close friends, Auggie and Leela Bachman.
Condolences may be sent to 2910 Blackwell Rd. St. Joseph, Missouri 64506. Ms. Milbourn was a member of the Missouri Cremation Service. Online guestbook and obituary at www.missouricremation.com.

Diana Lynn Carter

1950-2013

Diana Lynn Carter, 62, St. Joseph, Missouri died Thursday, April 11, 2013 at Heartland Regional Medical Center. She was born August 10, 1950 to Frank and Maybelle (Sybert) Horn in St. Joseph, Missouri. Diana married Douglas Eugene Carter on September 18, 1993. He survives of the home. She enjoyed crafts, gardening, fishing and mushroom hunting. Mrs. Carter was preceded in death by her father. Survivors: husband; sons, Steven Campbell, and Mike Carter; daughter, Megan Carter-Hulett (Tim;) mother, Maybelle Horn; grandchildren, Dalton and Kady Campbell, Tristan and Kealey Hulett, and Liz Avila; brother, Bill Horn; and sister, Margie Clark. The family will receive friends 6:30 to 8:30 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 the American Cancer Society. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

 

Forrest D Wray
Parnell, Missouri

Forrest Donald Wray, 91, Parnell, Missouri, died Friday, April 12, 2013,  at
Missouri Veterans Home, Cameron, Missouri.

Forrest  was born  May 10, 1921, at Parnell, Missouri to Victor Hubert and
Susie  (Scowden) Wray.  He married Lila D. Knutson on December 24, 1942 in
Maryville, Missouri.

A 1939 graduate of  Harmony High School ,  Forrest was a farmer and was a
member of the Curry Richardson Sparks Waldeier American Legion Post #528,
Parnell, and  the 384th Bomb Group.  In 1970, Forrest  received the Balanced
Farming Award in recognition of his soil conservation practices. He served
on the Northeast Nodway School Board, the Farmers Home Administration Board,
the ASC Board, and the Orrsburg Telephone Board.

He served his country from 1942-1945 in the United States Army Air Force
during World War II.  Campaigns were at Normandy and with the Air Offensive
in Europe with the 384th Bomb Group.

Preceding Forrest in death were his parents,  four brothers  Orville, Elvin,
Lloyd, and Marvin, and two sisters Beulah Swink and Audrey Ditamore.

Survivors include his wife Lila  of their home, sons Vernis (Elaine) Wray,
Fort White, FL, Keith (Karen) Wray, Parnell, MO, Garvin (Jennifer) Wray,
Holiday, FL, daughters Pamela (Larry) Baumli, Skidmore, MO, Sheila (Greg)
Paxton, Maryville, MO,  brother Donnis (Maxine) Wray, and  sister in law
Charlene Wray, Parnell, MO, fifteen grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren,
several nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held 5-7:00 PM Sunday, April 14, at the Price Funeral
Home, Maryville.

Funeral Services will be 10:30 AM Monday, April 15  at Price Funeral Home,
Maryville,  with burial following in Nodaway Memorial Gardens, Maryville.
A graveside military service will be conducted by the Curry Richardson,
Sparks Waldeier American Legion Post #528, Parnell.

Memorials may be made to  Honor Flight Inc. 300 E. Auburn Ave. Springfield,
OH 45505-4703, in Forrest’s  name.

Arrangements: Price Funeral Home (www.pricefuneralhomemaryville.com)

 

Mary F. “Fannie” Johnson
1946-2013

Mary F. “Fannie” Johnson, 66, St. Joseph, Missouri died Tuesday, April 9, 2013 at Heartland Regional Medical Center.
She was born June 18, 1946 to Carlos and Jessie (Malloy) Mendenhall in Bucklin, Missouri.
Fannie married Gary Johnson on August 21, 1965. He survives of the home.
She enjoyed the outdoors, especially family camping trips. She was a person who was always to lend a helping hand and very giving and caring.
She was preceded in death by her parents; five brothers; and two sisters.
Survivors: husband; daughter, Jennifer (Johnson) Heck (Mike); son, John Johnson (Sheila); six grandchildren, J.D., Garrett, Kaylee, Gabrielle, Cade, and William; brother, Marvin Mendenhall (Connie); and several nieces and nephews.
Services: 1:30 P.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment North Swedish Lutheran Church Cemetery, Bucklin, Missouri, 4:30 P.M. Saturday. The family will receive friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory, where friends may call after 5:00 P.M. Friday. Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to North Swedish Lutheran Church Cemetery. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

 

 

Eileen Marie Siela
1930-2013

Eileen Marie Siela, 82, Easton, Missouri died Wednesday, April 10, 2013 at a local health care facility.
She was born April 28, 1930 to Chester E. and Olive L. (Sawyer) Marshall.
She married Robert E. Siela, April 18, 1953.
Eileen graduated from Union Star High School in 1948, following that she received her beauty license from Castor’s Beauty School and was employed at Westab.
Mrs. Siela was the leader of Catholic Youth Organization at Seven Dolors, where she was also President of the Altar Society. Eileen volunteered for The United Way and was a Cub Scout Leader.
However first and foremost she was a farmwife. She raised calves, chickens, turkeys, loved to garden and she was the best cook around for miles.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and brothers, Karl, Dayle and Darrel Marshall.
Survivors: husband; daughter, Carol Wright; son, Tim Siela; grandchildren, Charles Wright, Chad Wright, Natalie Wright-Newman, and Chantell Pennington (Tony); great-grandchildren, Aklen, Macie, and Jaxsen; brothers, Junior Marshall, Coen Marshall (Renee), and Lloyd Marshall (Jean); and sisters, Mildred Winter, Twila Tabler, and Betty Lyon; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Mass of Christian Burial: 10:00 A.M. Monday, Seven Dolors Catholic Church. Interment St. Mary’s Hurlingen Cemetery, Hurlingen, Missouri. Parish Rosary 5:30 P.M. Sunday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. The family will receive friends 4:00 to 5:30 P.M. Sunday, where friends may call after 4:00 P.M. Sunday. Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to Ascera Care Hospice. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

 

 

Doris Eileen Strickland
1922-2013

Doris Eileen Strickland, 90, formerly of St. Joseph, Missouri, died Saturday, April 6, 2013 at a healthcare center in Westminster, Colorado.
She was born October 1, 1922 to Joseph M. and Lilly M. (Reinert) Edwards.
She married John Wrayman “Dynamite” Strickland in May, 1949.
Doris served as a 2nd Lieutenant in the United States Army as a registered nurse during WWII. She was a homemaker until her children were in school at which time she resumed her nursing career at Missouri Methodist Hospital.
Mrs. Strickland was a member of Hyde Valley Methodist Church and Carnegie Culture Club. She was an accomplished ceramics artist, a seamstress, and she enjoyed gardening, specializing in beautiful flowers.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; son, Gary Strickland; daughter, Cheryl Hallman; two sisters, Erma and Thelma; and two brothers, George and Joseph.
Survivors: daughter, Diana Peters, Denver, Colorado; son, Mark Strickland, St. Joseph, Missouri; grandchildren, Sean, Jason, Casey, Andy, Sheila, Angie, Jenny, and Talia; numerous great and great-great-grandchildren; sister, Claudia Witt (Bob); brother, Charles Edwards (June); and numerous nieces and nephews.
Services: 10:30 A.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. For those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to Shriner’s Hospital for Children. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Virginia Marie Seippel
1915-2013

Virginia Marie Seippel, 97, St. Joseph, Missouri died Monday, April 8, 2013 at Heartland Regional Medical Center.
She was born September 4, 1915 to Rollin and Martha Minturn in St. Joseph, Missouri.
Virginia married Frank L. Seippel on December 9, 1939. He preceded her in death on August 18, 2000.
She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; son, Robert F. Seippel; and sons-in-law, Ben Crowley and Donald Sidwell.
Survivors: daughters, Sandra Crowley, Savannah, Missouri, and Carolyn Sidwell, Country Club, Missouri; six grandchildren, Stephen Crowley, Martha Crowley (Travis Tyo), Jennifer Baker (Johnny), Ryan Seippel (Andrea), Chris Sidwell (Heidi), and Tyler Sidwell (Brianna); nine great-grandchildren, Elliott Tyo, Seth, Quentin, Myleigh, and Henley Baker, Brodie Seippel, Hunter and Hayden Sidwell, and Madelyn Sidwell; and two step-great-grandchildren, Madison and Jarod Green.
Services: 3:00 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Ashland Cemetery. The family will receive friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory, where friends may call after 5:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to be made to Hands of Hope Hospice. The family would like to thank these special angels, Heidi, Sheila, and Missy. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

 

 

Charles Kenneth Sullivan
1961-2013

Charles Kenneth Sullivan, 51, St. Joseph, Missouri left this world on April 9, 2013.
He was born April 10, 1961 to Neal and Mary Sullivan in St. Joseph, Missouri.
Charles married Deborah Cheng on April 11, 1998. She survives of the home.
He worked for Burlington Northern Railroad as an Engineer for sixteen years. He was anxiously awaiting for mushroom season as that was always a favorite time of year.
Charles enjoyed collecting railroad memorabilia, along with fishing with his family.
He was preceded in death by his father.
Survivors: wife; daughter, Collette; step-sons, Allen Wilkinson (Megan) and Daniel Wilkinson; mother; brother, Ronald L. Sullivan; sister, Donna M. Ashworth; numerous nieces and nephews; and his dog, Molly.
Services: 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

 

 
Randy Lee Swinford, 57 of Maryville, Missouri died on Tuesday, April 9, 2013, at St Francis Hospital in Maryville, Missouri.

Randy was born March 7, 1956 at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas, he was the son of the late Jack and Eldora Mae (Weakley) Swinford, Sr.

Randy was married to Amanda Meyer, October 29, 2008 in Maryville.

Randy was a graduate of Maryville High School, and also had an Associates degree in Computers and Office Management. Before retirement Randy was the Transportation Director for Maryville R-II Schools, continuing to drive for the district after retirement.

A veteran, Randy served in the United States Air Force from 1978-1986.

He was a member of Laura Street Baptist Church, Maryville and a member of the Nodaway Lodge #470 AF & AM.

He was preceded in death by brother, Kenton Paul Swinford and his parents.

Surviving are his wife Amanda, of the home, Maryville, son, Christopher Swinford, Des Moines, IA, daughter, Abby Swinford, Mount Angel, OR, brothers, Mark (Twila) Swinford and Jack Lee (Kimberly) Swinford both of Maryville, MO and Robert (Terri) Swinford, Greenwood, MO, sister, Karen (Ron) Leader, Maryville, four grandchildren, Sadie, Aliyah, Kordell and Jaydon, and numerous neices and nephews.

Funeral services will be at 2:00 PM on Friday, April 12, 2013 at Price Funeral Home, Maryville. Interment will be in Nodaway Memorial Gardens, Maryville, MO.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Thursday, April 11, 2013, at Price Funeral Home. followed by a Masonic Service at 7:00.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.pricefuneralhomemaryville.com

Mary L. Smith
1924-2013

Mary L. Smith, 89, St. Joseph, Missouri died Sunday, April 7, 2013 at Carriage Square Health Care Center.
She was born February 2, 1924 in St. Joseph, Missouri. She attended the 9th grade graduation at Benton High School and was a graduate of Fort Scott, Kansas High School and College in 1942. She also attended the former Platt-Gard Business College.
On September 8, 1946 she married William “Billy” F. Smith. He preceded her in death in 1989.
Mary was formerly employed by Wyeths’ Hardware, Artesian Ice, Methodist Medical Hospital, and Bender’s Personal Care.
She was a member of Savannah Avenue Baptist Church of Gleaners Class, Pinochle Club, Golden Agers, and a Helper for Wednesday night dinners and Fellowship worship.
Mary was preceded in death by her parents, Ivyal L. “Babe” Irwin, Sr. and Hazel M. Copeland; daughter, Pamela Smith; and brother, Ivyal L. Irwin, Jr.
Survivors: son, Forrest Smith (Marcene); two grandchildren, Dayna Zorn (Michael) and Aaron Smith; two great – grandchildren, Adriana and Dayton; sister, Yvonne Holland; numerous nieces and nephews; and sister- in-law, Mable Smith.
Services: 10:00 A.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends 6:30 to 8:30 P.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory, where friends may call after 5:00 P.M. Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to Savannah Avenue Baptist Church, or to the donor’s choice. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

 

William Marvin Cantrell
1935-2013

William Marvin Cantrell, 78, St. Joseph, Missouri died Sunday, April 7, 2013.
He was born January 31, 1935 in Fulton, Mississippi.
William was a Korean War veteran and enjoyed fishing.
He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Timothy Jennings; daughter, Lila Orozco; four brothers; and four sisters.
Survivors: children, Mary Plante, James Jennings, Joe Cantrell, Bernice Cantrell, Aaron Cantrell, Mike Cantrell, Vickey Guzman; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews; and sisters, Quela Faye Hallmark, Dolly Beers, and Gennelle Cornett.
Services: 3:00 P.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. The family will receive friends 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. The family requests donations to be made to the family in care of Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

 

 

Richard C. “Dick” Hinkle
1926-2013

Richard C. “Dick” Hinkle, 86, St. Joseph, Missouri died Sunday, April 7, 2013 at Cameron Hospital in Cameron, Missouri.
He was born October 20, 1926 to Russell A. and Eva Barker Hinkle in Craig, Missouri. Beginning at the age of ten he was raised by I. Ervin and Eva Ramseier.
Dick married Jeannine Ann Jones on July 20, 1948. She survives of the home.
He was in the United States Navy and a veteran of World War II, and retired from Affiliated Foods after thirty-five years.
Dick was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus Council #571, Ducks Unlimited, St. Mary School Board President, Bishop LeBlond High School Booster Club, and a Marshal at Fairview Golf Course.
He was an avid golfer, hunter, fisherman, and enjoyed company and time with his family. Dick and Jeannine celebrated sixty-four years of marriage.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and son, David C. Hinkle.
Survivors: wife; children, Barbara Scott (Mike), Alex Hinkle (Becky), Julie McKay (John), Eric Hinkle, Michelle Hinkle and daughter-in-law, Stena Hinkle; grandchildren, Jody Wunschel (Pete), Andy Scott (Lori), Melissa Winn (B.J.), Andrea Grable (Todd), Mandy Lemmon (Cory), David Charles Hinkle, Richard Hinkle (Amy), Elizabeth Hoddick (Brett), Stephen Hinkle, Nicole Boeh (Brandon), John Patrick, Lindsay and Riley McKay, and Korbin Hinkle; and ten great-grandchildren.
Mass of Christian Burial: 1:00 P.M. Thursday, St. Mary Catholic Church. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends 6:30 to 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory, where friends may call after 4:00 P.M. Wednesday. Parish Rosary 6:00 P.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. The family requests donations to be made to United Cerebral Palsy of St. Joseph. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com

 
Billie Dean Melvin
Des Moines, Iowa

Billie Dean Melvin, 78, Des Moines, Iowa, formerly of Hopkins, Missouri died Sunday, April 7, 2013, at Mercy Hospital, Des Moines, Iowa.

Billie was born September 26, 1934, in Gravity, Iowa to James Woodford andInez Ruth (Booze) Melvin. He married Barbara Sue Wolf on June 14, 1953, in Hopkins.

A graduate of Hopkins High School, Billie was an appliance service repairman with the Maytag Company.

Billie was a member of the Wray Memorial United Methodist Church, Charter member of the FFA, the Lion’s Club, and Volunteer Fire Department, all of Hopkins.

Preceding him in death were his parents and son Roger Dean Melvin (May 5, 1987).

Survivors are his wife Barbara Sue Melvin of their home, son Ron (Cindy) Melvin, Pleasant Hill, IA, Rob (Joy) Melvin, Algona, IA, five grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, brother Orville (Mary) Melvin,
Liberty, MO, four sisters: Phyllis (Homer) Ulmer, Hopkins, MO., Norma Wuester, Victoria, British Columbia, Evelyn Watts, Boise, ID., Helen (John) Marriott, Clearmont, MO., nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be from 5-7:00 PM, Thursday, April 11, 2013, at Wray Memorial United Methodist Church, Hopkins, MO.

Funeral Services will be 10:30, Friday, April 12, 2013, at the Wray Memorial United Methodist Church with burial following in Hopkins Cemetery, Hopkins, Missouri.

Memorials may be made to the Wray Memorial United Methodist Church in Billie’s name.