Full Name Lois Marie Wilbourn (Tull)
1936-2016

Lois Marie Wilbourn (Tull) was born Friday, September 18th, 1936 and passed away Thursday, March 31st, 2016 in St. Joseph, MO. Visitation will be held Friday, April 8th, 2016, 1:00pm – 2:00pm at Becker Chapel. Services will be held Friday, April 8th, 2016, 2:00pm at Chapel, Effingham KS. Officiating Rev. Jeff Cochran. Interment located at Sunset Memory Gardens-Atchison.

Orville H. Ezzell, Jr.
1930-2016

Orville H. Ezzell, Jr., 85, Savannah, Missouri passed away Saturday, April 2, 2016 at a local healthcare facility.
He was born June 6, 1930 in St. Joseph, Missouri.
Mr. Ezzell proudly served in the Navy from 1948 to 1955 during the Korean Conflict. From 1947 to 1952 he served on the USS Roosevelt.
He retired from Western Tab, now Mead.
Mr. Ezzell was a member of American Post 359, Forty & Eight Eagles.
He liked the St. Joseph Mustangs. He volunteered for the Department of Veteran Affairs. Orville loved reading, doing search word puzzles, and embroidery.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Orville, Sr. and Alta (Westbrook) Ezzell.
Survivors include his wife of 34 years, Ruthanna (Pryor) Ezzell, of the home; daughters, Carol Sue Scott, Pamela E. Perks, Cathy Ann Ezzell and Susan Stocking; sons, Orville Henry Ezzell, III, Timothy Wayne Ezzell and Patrick Ezzell; step children, Karen White, Sharon Curren and Ernest Bowen; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren; sister, Beverly Nagle; and brother, Jerry Ezzell.
Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Ashland Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory, where friends may call after 5:00 P.M. Monday. 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.

Amy Jo Smith
1989-2016

Amy Jo Smith, 27, Atchison, Kansas died Saturday, April 2, 2016 at Mosaic Life Care, St. Joseph, Missouri.
Memorial services will be Saturday, April 9, 2016 at 1:00 P.M. at New Life Assembly of God Church with Pastor Kenneth Watkins officiating. Inurnment will follow in Cummings Cemetery, Cummings, Kansas. Visitation with the family will be Friday, April 8th from 7:00 until 8:30 P.M. at Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home. Memorial contributions are suggested to Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home to assist with final expenses and may be left in care of the funeral home.
Amy was born January 25, 1989 in Kansas City, Kansas the daughter of Earl and Sheri Morden Smith. She attended elementary school in Atchison, Kansas and the Atchison High School.
Amy formerly was employed with Walmart, Alps Grocery and Fargo Assembly in Atchison. Most recently she was employed as a nurse aide with Medicalodge of Atchison until her health failed.
An avid cook, she enjoyed cooking for her family and friends, participating in Zumba and spending time with her precious sons Matthew and Michael and her entire family.
Amy is survived by her fiancé Matthew Carroll, Atchison, KS, her two sons, Matthew J. Carroll, II, Atchison, KS, Michael James Carroll, Atchison, KS, her mother, Sheri Smith, Atchison, KS, her father and step-mother, Earl and Sylvia Smith, Lancaster, KS, a sister, Jessica (Joshua) Ballinger, Atchison, KS, a brother Johnathan Earl Smith, Topeka, KS, a nephew, Parker Ballinger, three nieces Ally, Jaicie and Kynleigh Ballinger and her fiance’s parents Darren and Debbie Gilliland, Atchison, KS, maternal grandmother, Margaret Ann Morden, Des Moines, IA.
Amy was preceded in death by a sister, Ann Marie Morden, her paternal grandparents, Jesse and Mildred Smith and maternal grandmother, Mildred Sherwood.

Angela Kay Vandeloo (McNeely)
1975-2016

Angela Kay Vandeloo (McNeely) was born on Monday, June 30th, 1975; and passed away Saturday, April 2nd, 2016. Visitation will be held Friday, April 8th, 2016, 10:00am – 11:00am
at the New Life Assembly of God Church. Services are Friday, April 8th, 2016, 11:00am at the New Life Assembly of God Church; officiating Rev. Ken Watkins. Interment will take place at the Mt. Vernon Cemetery.

Joan C. “Jody” Allaman
1926-2016

Joan C. “Jody” Allaman, 89, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Tuesday, March 29, 2016.
She was born December 24, 1926 in Springfield, Missouri and moved to St. Joseph in 1956.
Jody attended Greenwood Prepatory School, the University of Missouri, and later graduated from Drury College with a Bachelor’s Degree in Secondary Education and English. She was a teacher for over 40 years at Children’s First Preschool where she started as an assistant teacher of the preschool class. By the time she retired, Jody had taken over as director and grown the school to a full, private elementary program with classes for preschool through 6th grade. Jody was a longtime member and employee of the First Presbyterian Church, serving for many years as the Director of Christian Education. She was an active member of Chapter EE of the PEO Sisterhood where she one time served as chapter president and state representative. Jody most loved spending time with family and friends and was an avid Mahjong player.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Herbert and Flossie Crumpley; her husband, Jack Allaman; son, Jim Allaman; and daughter, Julie Allaman Porter.
Survivors include son, Jeff Allaman and his wife Julie, Atlanta, Georgia; daughter-in-law, Melinda Allaman, St. Joseph; grandchildren, Brad Allaman, Mark Allaman and his wife Marlana, Kansas City, Missouri, Jody Hackley and her husband Philip, Carrie Turrentine and her husband Rob, Elizabeth Murphy and her fiancée Jay Williamson, all of Nixa, Missouri, Sara Allaman, Jack Allaman and Taylor Allaman, all of Atlanta, Georgia; and nine great-grandchildren.
Farewell Services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Saturday, April 2nd at First Presbyterian Church. Private Inurnment Mount Olivet Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to First Presbyterian Church. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Marsha K. Butcher
1944-2016

	Marsha K. Butcher, 72, Savannah, Missouri passed away Wednesday, March 30, 2016 at a local healthcare facility.  
	She was born March 11, 1944 in St. Joseph, Missouri.
	She was employed at Goetz Brewery, Farm and Home Savings Bank, Mercantile Bank, and US Bank.
	Mrs. Butcher was a member of Green Valley Baptist Church and ASPCA.
	Marsha enjoyed living in the country and having family get-togethers, especially at holidays. She loved spending time with her grandson, he was her pride and joy. She liked to shop and work crossword puzzles.
	She was preceded in death by her parents, Cecil and Martha (Fox) Goodwin.
	Survivors include her husband of 54 years, Darrel Butcher, Sr., Savannah, Missouri; son, Darrel “Butch” Butcher, Jr. (Jennifer); grandson, Landon C. Butcher, Savannah, Missouri; daughter, Tracy Stroud (Jim), Savannah, Missouri; sister, Bonnie Brand; brother, Larry Goodwin (Shirley); and numerous nieces and nephews.
	Farewell Services 10:00 A.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.  Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to the St. Joseph Animal Shelter or American Cancer Society. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Daniel O. Smith
1940-2016

He was born January 12, 1940 at Wamego, the son of Oliver and Donis Grafton Smith. He graduated from Onaga High School in 1958.
Dan had served in the U.S. Marine Corps, the U.S. Army and the Army National Guard. He served in Viet Nam and later was a Union Laborer out of Manhattan.
He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Onaga, Onaga V.F.W. Post No. 7772 and the Laborers Union in Manhattan.
Dan married Marilyn Labbe on March 18, 1988 at Westmoreland. She survives, of the home.
He was preceded in death by his parents and a son, Mike Smith.
Other survivors include two daughters, Lisa McClain (Mike), Havensville, and Joyce Shively (Aaron), Burlington; one son, Steve McCormick (Kathy), Maple Hill; a brother, David Smith (Clara), Baldwin City; one sister, Mary Schust (Jay), Kansas City, MO; grandchildren, Ashlea Magnett, Mollea Magnett, Macy Magnett, Whitnea Magnett, Matt McClain, Desire Goodell (Levi), and Bonnie Shively, and great grandsons, Cameron Boyer and Nash Goodell.
Per Dan’s wishes, cremation is planned and private family services will be at a later date. Memorials are suggested to the Onaga Alumni Association, in honor of the Class of 1958, and may be sent in care of the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, P.O. Box 312, Onaga, 66521.

JoAnn Frakes
1934-2016

JoAnn Frakes 82, of Elwood, Kansas, passed away Monday, March 28, 2016 at her home. She was born February 28, 1934 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of Thelma and Clarence Schommer. She graduated from Benton high school and was a homemaker. She enjoyed cooking, baking, and crafts. JoAnn was preceded in death by husband, Robert Neal Frakes Sr., her parents, a grandchild and a great great grandchild. Survivors include, sons, Robert Neal Frakes Jr., Girard W. (Theresa) Frakes of St. Joseph, MO, Brion L. (Connie) Frakes of Trimble, MO, Ben (Michelle) Frakes, of St. Petersburg, FL, and daughter, Melanie (Don) Cherven of Littleton, CO. 11, grandchildren, 15, great grandchildren, two sisters, Judy Smith of St. Joseph, MO, sister, Sharon Wakefield of Oklahoma as well as numerous, nieces & nephews.
The family will receive friends from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, with funeral services following at 11:00 am, on Saturday, April 2, 2016 at Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Westlawn Cemetery. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

James C. Bromley
1933-2016

James C. Bromley, 82, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Monday, March 28, 2016 at Mosaic Life Care.
He was born August 5, 1933 in Daviess County, Missouri.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Norman and Gladys Bromley; and grandsons, Charles Schroff and Bobby Bromley.
Survivors include sons, Jimmy Bromley, St. Joseph, Missouri and Bobby Bromley (Linda), Union Star, Missouri; daughters, Brenda Schroff, St. Joseph, Missouri and Paula Bromley, St. Joseph, Missouri; grandchildren, Cristy Throckmorton (Barry), Megan Augustine (Travis) and Nathan Bromley; and brothers, Bob (Pat) and Everett Bromley (Nancy).
A Private gathering will be held at Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Mary Jane McClelland
1937-2016

Mary Jane McClelland, 79, Plattsburg, Missouri passed away Monday, March 28, 2016.
She was born January 1, 1937 in St. Joseph, Missouri and was a graduate of Lathrop High School. Mary Jane managed the Modern Cleaners in Plattsburg, Missouri.
She married Bob McClelland on July 12, 1956. He preceded her in death on February 14, 1993.
Mary Jane was also preceded in death by her parents, William and Eva (Grady) Brennan; granddaughter, Michaela McClelland; one great-granddaughter, Abbie; and brother, Mike Brennan.
Survivors include daughter, Cindy Carter, Plattsburg, Missouri; son, Michael McClelland, Plattsburg, Missouri; grandsons, Michael Cole McClelland (Brandi) and Derek Carter; seven great-grandchildren; brother, Bill Brennan (Billie); and sister-in-law, Janet Brennan.
Graveside Farewell Services & Inurnment 1:00 P.M. Saturday, Calvary Cemetery, Plattsburg, Missouri. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial gifts to the Battered Women’s Shelter in St. Joseph. Online guestbook and obituary at www.baileycox.com.

Theresa Ann Milbourn
1951-2016

Theresa Ann (Mesa) Milbourn, 64, of Saint Joseph, MO passed away Friday, March 25, 2016 in Saint Joseph, MO. She was born July 9, 1951 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of Mary Ann and Paul Mesa. She attended St. Patrick Elementary School and graduated from Bishop LeBlond High School Class of 1969. She married Donald K. Milbourn on April 9, 1976 in St. Joseph, MO. She worked at Boehringer Ingelheim in Elwood, KS for 12 years and SST for 5 years in collections. She enjoyed spending time with her grand kids, cooking, crocheting, and reading books. Theresa loved taking care of family and friends, and she was a very giving person. She was a member of Saint Patrick Catholic Church. Theresa was preceded in death by her parents. Survivors include: husband, Donald K. Milbourn of the home, daughter, Angela (Jeremy) McKinnon of St. Joseph, MO, son, Anthony (Lori Kissick) Milbourn of St. Joseph, MO, grandchildren, Michael and Alex McKinnon, 3 sisters, Cecila (Rodney) Dyche of Easton, MO, Diane (Fred) Bricker of St. Joseph, MO and Nancy (Dale) Denton of Thayer, IA, and several nieces, nephews and cousins whom she loved dearly.
Mass of Christian Burial, 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, March 30, 2016, Saint Patrick Catholic Church, Father Eric Schneider Celebrant. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Tuesday at Rupp Funeral Home. Interment, Mount Olivet Cemetery. Memorials are requested to St. Patrick Catholic Church.

William “Bill” S Lough
1944-2016

William “Bill” Sanford Lough 71, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, March 25, 2016 at a St. Joseph health care center. He was born October 1, 1944 in St. Joseph, MO. He worked at Boston Window Cleaning. He loved the outdoors, fishing, mushroom hunting, and gardening. He enjoyed playing seek and find puzzles, reading the newspaper, and watching Wheel of Fortune and Family Feud on television, and he was Cancer Survivor and a Christian. Bill was preceded in death by step father, Thomas R. Wright, Sr., mother, Susie Wright, father Floyd Lough, brother, Thomas R. Wright, Jr., son in law Donald Owens, paternal grandparents, Samuel and Effie Lough, maternal grandparents, Margaret & William Weir, Jr., two wives, Carol, and Stella. Survivors include, sister, Patricia Owens of St. Joseph, MO, nephew, Charles Owens, great nephew, Spencer, several aunts and uncles, and cousins, Donna and Donald.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 pm, on Tuesday, March 29, 2016 at Rupp Funeral Home. 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 Odd Fellows Public Cemetery. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Bonny J Danner
1924-2016

Bonny J. Danner, 91, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, March 25, 2016 at Mosaic Life Care Hospital. She was born September 17, 1924 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of Bessie and Jesse Simmons. She graduated from Central High School class of 1942, and she worked at Letts Box Company making ammo boxes during WWII. She married Richard Danner Sr on September 11, 1943, and he preceded her in death in 1997. She loved to fish, bowl, watch black and white old westerns movies, and the I Love Lucy Show. She also enjoyed watching the Kansas City Royals and Chiefs, but most of all she enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren playing cards and board games. She was a member of the former Hyde Park Four Square Church now the Keys Christian Fellowship Church. Bonny was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, two sons, Richard W. Danner, Jr. and Randy Danner, daughter, Bonny Gabriel, and six brothers and sisters. Survivors include, her children: Linda (Dave) Dillon of The Colony, TX, Ron Danner of St. Joseph, MO, Shirley (Leon) Sanger of Lacombe, LA, Beverly (Steve) Murphy of St. Joseph, MO, and Robert (Michelle) Danner of Olathe, KS, 23 grandchildren, 33 great grandchildren, 3 great-great grandchildren, daughter-in-law’s, Patti Danner and Candie Danner, and son-in-law, Bryan Gabriel.
Funeral services will be conducted at 10:00 am on Tuesday, March 29, 2016 at the Keys Christian Fellowship Church, with Pastor Richard Bradley 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 in lieu of flowers to the Keys Christian Fellowship Church.

Janice Lynn Haden
1946-2016

Janice Lynn Haden, 69, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Friday, March 25, 2016 surrounded by her family.
She was born April 27, 1946 in St. Joseph, Missouri.
Janice was of the Mormon faith and loved country music and NASCAR. She was involved in the Midwestern Country Music Association.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Elmer and Carma (Snapp) Haden, Jr.
Survivors include sisters, Patrica Hefter (Jack) and Paula Bayer; brothers, Joe (Linda Hartley) and Jack Haden; fifteen nieces and nephews; several grand-nieces and nephews; Uncle Arby Snapp; cat, KiKi; and caregivers, Gladys and Barb.
Farewell Services 3:00 P.M. Sunday, Grace Evangelical Church. The family will gather with friends one hour prior to the service at the church. Care provided by Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to American Cancer Society or American Diabetes Association. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Myrtle “Dee” Free
1933-2016

Myrtle “Dee” Free, 82, Agency, Missouri passed away Saturday, March 26, 2016.
She was born May 8, 1933 in Amity, Missouri.
Dee married Marvin Henry Free May 26, 1956.
She was a member of Agency Christian Church.
She enjoyed bowling, mushroom hunting, gardening, reading, playing cards, and loved spending time with her family.
She was preceded in death by her husband; parents, Jesse and Myrtle (Pulley) White; son, Timothy Free; and several brothers and sisters.
Survivors include sons, Marvin Kody Free, Agency, Missouri and David Kim Free (Elysa) Agency; daughters, Connie Hecker (Steve), St. Joseph and Corina Free, Clarksdale; grandchildren, Brian Free (Megan), Heather Nold (Adam), Paul Free (Skyler), Chris, Jalisa, and Justin Free, Nikki Conroy (Justin), Amber Ostendorf (Chris), Erik Hecker, Sydney, Kylie, and Hayley Brown; nine great-grandchildren; brother, Danny White (Sandy); sister, Alice Holden; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, Oak Christian Church, Amity, Missouri. Interment Packard Cemetery, Cameron, 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 Oak Christian Church. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

William Orbin “Billy” Elrod
1928-2016

White Cloud, KS William Orbin “Billy” Elrod, 87, of White Cloud, KS, died early Tuesday, March 22, 2016, at Maple Heights Nursing Home in Hiawatha where he had been a resident for nearly 6 weeks. He previously had been a resident of Vintage Park Assisting Living in Hiawatha for 18 months.
He was born July 14, 1928, in Helena, Missouri, the oldest of four sons born to Amos and Oma Cooper Elrod. His family moved to the Weston, Missouri area where Billy attended grade school. The family later moved to Sparks where he graduated from the last graduating class at Sparks High School. He served with the U.S. Army during the Korean War from 1953 until 1955, and in the Army Reserves until 1961, honorably discharged at the rank of corporal. He returned to this area and worked for Montgomery Ward, department manager for men’s wear, in St. Joseph for 25 years, while living in Wathena, KS and St. Joseph, MO. He later worked for Tractor Supply in sales and setting up new stores, in St. Joseph, for 11 years and lived at White Cloud. After retirement, he enjoyed repairing and restoring old cars; most importantly, taking rides with his dog “Little Bud.”
Mr. Elrod was a member of American Legion Post #154, of White Cloud; and Smithton Lodge #1, AF&AM, of Highland.
Survivors include two daughters: Deborah White (Neil) of Denison, TX, Pamela Hillman (Randy) of Kenosha, WI; 5 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren. Also surviving is a sister in law Lois Elrod of White Cloud.
Billy was preceded in death by his parents; an infant daughter Delores Elrod; and three brothers: Robert, Galen, and Jackie.
Masonic Committal Services are planned for 9:30 Friday, March 25, followed by the family visiting with friends until 10:30, at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Highland, to go in procession to Iola Cemetery, south of Sparks for graveside services. Pastor Glen Acree, Jr. will officiate, followed by military honors.
Friends may call at the funeral home from noon until 6 Thursday evening.
Memorial contributions are suggested to the Iola Cemetery or Cancer Patient Assistance Fund at Mosiac Life Center, which may be sent in care of the funeral home, PO Box 33, Highland 66035.

Betty J. Bain
1930-2016

WHITING – Betty J. Bain, 85, formerly of Whiting, passed away peacefully, Wednesday, March 23, 2016 at Medicalodges Jackson County in Holton.
She was born August 23, 1930, north of Fostoria, the daughter of Cleo and Bertha Shehi Webster. She was the youngest of five sisters, Eva Holt, Clarice Cade, Esther Havens, Ardeva Gibson and Francis Schmidt, and one brother, Lyle Webster.
Betty worked at a grocery store in Holton after she was married. She later cooked at the Whiting School and then Jackson Heights school after consolidation. She also owned and operated the Whiting Grocery Store.
She married Wesley Aaron Bain on December 14, 1952 at Westmoreland. He died February 28, 1990.
Survivors include two sons, Brian Bain, Whiting, and Bryson Bain and wife Sherri, Holton; a daughter, Cindy Christian-Cormier and husband Wade, Hoyt; and two grandchildren, Aaron Bain and Travis Christian and partner Torri Marney.
Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, March 28th at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Holton. Burial will follow in the Spring Hill Cemetery at Whiting. Betty will lie in state Saturday and after 2:00 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home where family and friends will meet from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. The casket will remain closed. Memorials are suggested to the Jackson County Friends of Hospice and may be sent in care of the funeral home, PO Box 1034, Holton, 66436.

Patricia A. “Annie” Detwieler
1930-2016

Patricia A. “Annie” Detwieler, 85, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Wednesday, March 23, 2016 at her home.
She was born December 22, 1930 in Gentry, Missouri.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Willis and Delsie (Kier) Jackson; husband, Paul Otto Detwieler; son, Robert Detwieler; son-in-law, Doug Keller; brothers, Maurice, Ted and Billy; and sister, Esther.
Survivors include daughter, Sandra Keller, St. Joseph, Missouri; son, Paul Detwieler (Jacqueline), St. Joseph, Missouri; two brothers, Charles Jackson (Mary Ann) and Donnie Crigger (Sherry); grandchildren, Doug Keller, Shelley Wuerfele, Margarette Nava, Jera McNett, Robert Detwieler, Robe Detwieler, Amelia Lundy and Jared Wolfe; numerous great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and five step-grandchildren.
Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory, where friends may call after 5:00 P.M. Monday. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Julia “Judy” Miller
1928-2016

Julia “Judy” Miller, 88, Atchison, Kansas, died Monday, March 21, 2016, at the Atchison Hospital.
Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday, March 29, 2016, at 11:00 A.M., at St. Benedict’s Church, with Abbot Barnabas Senecal, OSB, officiating. Interment will follow in Mt. Calvary Cemetery. A parish rosary will be Monday, March 28th at 6:00 P.M. in the chapel of the Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home. Visitation with the family will follow until 7:30 P.M. Memorial contributions are suggested to Atchison Hospital Auxiliary or the American Heart Association and may be left in care of the funeral home.
Born February 22, 1928, in Atchison, Kansas, the daughter of Hugh and Ruth Clark Cavanaugh. She attended St. Benedict’s elementary school and graduated from Mount St. Scholastica Academy.
She married Theodore Miller on September 10, 1947, at St. Benedict’s Church. He preceded her in death on September 26, 1991.
She assisted her husband on the farm while raising their children, she then began working for ACES hot lunch and USD #409 hot lunch program, catering St. Joseph School until it closed. Then was manager and cook at the “Tea Room” on the Benedictine College south campus until it closed. She then transferred to north campus and worked as a manager-cook at the “Roost” until she retired in 1990.
She was a member of St. Benedict Parish, attending daily mass at St. Benedict’s Church. She was a Eucharistic minister serving Atchison Senior Village. She was a volunteer for Atchison Hospital Auxiliary receiving the award for Auxiliarian of the year in 2011, and volunteered as a driver for the road to recovery program with American Cancer Society, and as a driver for patients of the hospice program.
She enjoyed her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, bowling, playing cards, traveling and fishing.
Survivors include a daughter Ruth (Ed) Campos, Ft. Collins, CO, five sons, Terry (Joann) Miller, Atchison, KS, Joe Miller, Lancaster, KS, Tom (Kim) Miller, Cummings, KS, Pete (Bonnie) Miller, Hanover, KS, Don (Alice) Miller, Olathe, KS, and a sister Pat (Bud) Boos, Denton, KS, two sisters-in-law, Shirley Cavanaugh, Atchison, KS, Geve Althoff, Kansas City, KS, thirteen grandchildren, five great grandchildren and numerous step grandchildren and great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by a child, Teddy Miller, a brother Mike Cavanaugh, and a sister, Irene Ring.

Paul Henry Maag, Jr.
1924-2016

Paul Henry Maag, Jr., 91, Cosby, Missouri passed away Sunday, March 20, 2016, at a healthcare facility in Savannah, Missouri.
He was born December 29, 1924 in Clarksdale, Missouri.
Paul proudly served in the United States Army as a paratrooper.
He married Delores Schneider on January 20, 1949.
He was a member of Cosby Zion United Methodist Church and the Cosby LIONS Club. Paul enjoyed ballgames, gardening and reading the “National Geographic.”
He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul Sr., and Lena (Welty) Maag; daughter, Mary Maag; and brothers, Clinton, Quentin, Bill and Vernie Maag.
Survivors include wife, Delores, Cosby, Missouri; son, Kenneth Maag, Cosby, Missouri; brother, Arlie Maag (Joan); and numerous nieces and nephews.
Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Thursday, Cosby Zion United Methodist Church, Cosby, Missouri. Interment Cosby Zion Cemetery, Cosby, Missouri. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Mr. Maag will be removed from Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory to arrive at the church one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions to Cosby Zion Cemetery, 20545 Co. Rd. 279, Cosby, MO 64436. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Larry Joe Auffert
1942-2016

Larry Joe Auffert 73, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Sunday March 20, 2016 at his home. He was born September 4, 1942 in Parnell, Missouri son of Mildred & Lawrence Auffert. He was a Salvage Dealer. He loved to fish and hunt. He was a Catholic. Larry was preceded in death by his father, Lawrence Basil Auffert, mother, Mildred Elene Gladseleer, grandson, Daniel Daugher, and a brother, Larry Wayne Gladseleer. He is survived by daughter, Tammy Baker of Lexington, MO, step daughter, Tina Robinson of St. Joseph, MO, son, Larry J. Auffert, Jr., grandson, David Daugher, grandchildren, Mike, Shelby, Dillon, Ryan, and Chuck Robinson, several great grandchildren, and a sister, Peggy Barefield of TX. He will be cremated under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home.There are no scheduled visitation or memorial services at this time.

Ira Amber Johnson, Jr.
1942-2016

Ira Amber Johnson, Jr., 73, Parkville, Missouri died Sunday, March 20, 2016 at Mosaic Life Care, St. Joseph, Missouri.
Graveside services will be Thursday, March 24, 2016 at 1:30 p.m at Leavenworth National Cemetery, Leavenworth, Kansas. Visitation with the family will be Thursday, March 24th from 11:30 a.m. until 12:30 at Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home, Atchison, Kansas. Memorial contributions are suggested to teen activities and services at the Atchison Library and may be left in care of the funeral home.
Ira was born May 11, 1942 in Atchison, Kansas the son of Ira Amber Johnson, II, and Juanita Jewel Lassiter Johnson. He attended elementary school in Kansas City, graduating from Northeast High School in 1960. He then attended and graduated from the Kansas City Art Institute with a bachelor’s degree in 1972.
Ira was employed as a boiler operator for General Motors Corporation in Fairfax, Missouri for over twenty years until his retirement.
Ira served in the United States Navy from June 21, 1960 until his honorable discharge on April 10, 1964.
He was a member of Antioch Bible Baptist Church, Kansas City, Missouri and a member of the V. F. W. Post #7356 Parkville, Missouri.
Survivors include a son, Daniel Johnson, Kansas City, MO, two daughters, Misty (Matthew) Collins, Highland, KS, Kelli (Roger) Holthaus, Centralia, KS, a sister, Nancy Christian, Belton, MO, and eight grandchildren.

Mark Benjamin Vollintine, III
March 2016 – March 2016

The exciting moments of pregnancy have turned to sorrow and heartfelt loss with the death of our baby boy Mark Benjamin Vollintine III on March 16, 2016.
He was preceded in death by his great great grandparents, Griffin and James, great grandmother, Miller, great uncles Billy and Lionel and cousin Xavier.
He leaves behind family who will always love him, parents, Mark Vollintine II and Freedom Markley, brother, Keagan Markley, grandparents, Tamara James, William Brewer, II, Sandra Hovey, great grandparents, Linda Griffin, Travis and Bert James, and Crystal Penland, aunts, Chelsie and Jaycee Markley, Ariel Livick, uncles, Montana, Mytchel and Mathew Vollintine and cousins.
To celebrate the memory of Mark, the family will have a balloon release at 4:00 PM, Saturday, March 26, 2016 at Hyde Park.
Baby Mark will be cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home.

Steven A. Miller
1935-2016

Steven A. Miller, 80, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Wednesday, March 16, 2016 at his home.
He was born August 9, 1935 in Industrial City, Missouri.
Steven married Eula Sisco on September 8, 1972. She preceded him in death on April 5, 2011.
He loved to golf and hunt. Steven enjoyed tinkering with his tools and most of all he loved his family.
He was also preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Margarite (Smith) Miller; and two grandsons, Shawn and Donnie Sisco.
Survivors include children, Kathy Holt (Larry), Savannah, Missouri, Lonnie Sisco (Debbie), Easton, Missouri, Lisa Jones, Miramar Beach, Florida, Cathy Moore (Warren), St. Joseph, Missouri and Kelly Baldwin (Robert), Durham, North Carolina; five grandchildren, Ryan Sisco, Chris Holt, Nick Baldwin, Kyle Holt and Steven Baldwin; six great-grandchildren, Austin Schmitt, Mason and Caelan McKinney, Parker Hasiak, Brooklynn Sisco and Holland Holt; brother, Carl Miller (Cho); sister, Claudia Mulder (Phil); and several nieces and nephews.
Farewell Services 3:00 P.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. The family suggests memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Eunice T. Grier
1927-2016

Eunice T. Grier, 88, Gower, Missouri died Thursday, March 17, 2016 at Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph, Missouri.
Eunice was born on December 6, 1927 in Hurlingen, Missouri. Her parents were Joseph Siela and Edna (Kessler) Siela. They preceded her in death. She graduated from Easton High School, Easton, Missouri.
On November 25, 1952 she married Charles R. Grier. After their marriage they lived on the family farm near Gower, where they farmed together. He preceded her in death, April 1998.
Also preceding her in death were her brothers, Joseph Clarien, James, Gerald, Bob, and Eugene Siela; sisters, Mary Louise Mackiewicz, and Irma Buehler.
She was a member of St. Joseph’s Parish and Altar Society, Easton, Missouri.
Survivors include sons, Thomas Charles Grier (Maggie) of Columbia, Missouri, Arthur Grier (Darby), and Michael Grier of Gower, Missouri; daughters, Therese Connett (Brint) of Gower, Missouri and Charlotte Holeman (Gary) of St. Joseph, Missouri; grandchildren, Lucas Connett (Amanda), Kelly Eschweiler (Seth), Chris Grier (Brandi), Holly Grier, Drew Grier, Afton Grier and Josh Walkup; great-grandchildren, Claire Connett, Caroline Connett, Tanner Grier, Lane Walkup; and several nieces, nephews, relatives and many friends.
Mass of Christian Burial 11:00 A.M. Monday, St. Joseph Catholic Church, Easton, Missouri. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery, Easton, Missouri. The family will gather with friends 5:00 to 8:00 P.M. Sunday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory, St. Joseph, Missouri. Parish Rosary 8:00 P.M. Sunday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. The family suggests Memorial gifts to the St. Joseph’s Parish cemetery fund. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Ellouise McDonald
1919-2016

Ellouise McDonald was born on May 7, 1919, the oldest of 3 daughters, to the parents of Jesse McDonald and Florence Milner McDonald, near Skidmore, Missouri. Growing up, she helped her father on the farm. She loved both of her parents very much. She was one of the 12 graduates from Belleview High School in 1937. After graduation, she attended college for 2 years in Tarkio, Missouri. She did substitute teaching and was the teacher at Pine Hill rural school for 4 years, with 15 students for the 6 grades.
Ellouise met Harold Robinson on May 7, 1937, in The Shoe Store and Shoe Repair Shop in Mound City, Missouri. She went into the Shop (a different one than they later owned) where Harold was working and he winked at her. They married on July 5, 1942, with the ceremony at her parents’ home near Mound City. In September of 1942 they moved to Kansas City, where Harold worked as a welder on barges for the war. They returned to Mound City, at first living in an apartment above the Crawford building. They also purchased the down town building at 606 State Street, where Harold repaired shoes, harnesses, and upholstery. He also was employed as a salesman at Crouse Brothers Motors.
In 1944, Harold and Ellouise purchased their house at 405 East Davis Street, Mound City. In 1950, they had their one and only daughter, Barbara Lou. Harold passed away in 1982. Ellouise continued living in their home until 2012 when she moved to Virginia to live with her daughter and family. She was very proud of her family and by living in Virginia, she was able to see them and enjoy time with them more often.
Throughout the years, Ellouise would visit Barbara Lou and her family at their different homes around the United States. She had wonderful opportunities of vacations with family – several trips to South Dakota, Wyoming, Montana, Idaho, Utah, Colorado, Kansas, Canada, Florida, Ohio, Virginia, Washington State, Washington DC, Texas, and Maryland.
Ellouise had a great love for music! Music was a very vital part of her life and went with her everywhere – her home, her clothing, and even her license plate depicted her love of all things music. She played in the Dave Holland Band at the Moose lodge in St. Joseph, Missouri for many years, played for the Kwainas Club, and played for the residents at Tiffany Heights Nursing Home. She also accompanied high school music students who went to contest. Everyone knew to call Ellouise if they needed a particular piece of music because she would have it and she could transpose it if needed. Ellouise was also called upon to play for weddings and funerals. After a while, she started keeping count of over 150 weddings and over 800 funerals. It wasn’t just a job for her – she knew a lot of the people and wanted to make sure that each event was as personalized as she could make it for them.
As a very active member of the United Methodist Church, Ellouise played the piano and organ, and was choir director for many years. She was also on the church board and several committees, including working on the church’s birthday calendar and a member of WSCS. In later years, she was also the organist at the Presbyterian Church. For a while, she played for four churches in her community each and every Sunday morning.
Some of her other civic contributions included being a volunteer for Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, Ladies’ Aid, bazaars, and revival services. Ellouise was very instrumental in organizing the Early American Singers at the Joyce Raye Patterson Senior Center in St. Joseph. She played for a dance band at the Center on Wednesday evenings and then on Friday mornings, she lead and played for rehearsals and programs with the Early American Singers, who volunteered their services to entertain area nursing home residents. Several have kept in touch with her by sending cards and calling.
Besides being a musician, Ellouise was also known as the town historian for Mound City. In fact, she had so many historical pictures of Mound City that all of the pictures lining the walls inside of Nodaway Valley Bank were borrowed from her and enlarged. She then prepared a book to be displayed in the bank containing a description of every historical picture and of each building in Mound City. She was also able to provide the Historical Society with a lot of valuable historical information, pictures, and documents.
On Friday, March 18, 2016, at 96 years old, Ellouise had a peaceful passing into Heaven. Surviving her are Barbara Lou and Dennis, four grandchildren and spouses, and 7 great-grandsons: Melissa and Douglas Morgan and sons Roman, Maximillian and Kingston; Michael and Tonya Hooser and sons Garrett and Gage; Margaret and Brian Dentel and son Maverick; and Matthew Hooser and son Remington, and his mother Kari Hooser. Special recognition and thanks is extended to her nephew, Larry Ashford, for his dedicated support to Ellouise, especially during her later years in Mound City.
Ellouise is preceeded in passing by her parents Jesse and Florence McDonald and by her sister Erma Lois Ashford Hedges.
Her family feels that Ellouise was able to live a rich and rewarding life of doing the things that she loved best.
Visitation will be held at the Pettijohn Crawford Funeral Home in Mound City on Tuesday, March 22, 2016 from 5pm-7pm. Funeral services will be at the Mound City United Methodist Church on Wednesday, March 23, 2016 at 10:30am, with burial at the Mount Hope Cemetery.

Jo Ann Schultz
1933-2016

Troy, Kansas – Jo Ann (Grable) Schultz, 83, of Troy, Kansas went to her heavenly home on Friday, March 18, 2016 at Mosaic Life Care of St. Joseph, Missouri.
Jo Ann was born on March 1, 1933 in Faucett, Missouri to Steve & Lizzie (Stanton) Grable.
She was a member of the Troy Garden Club, Zion United Evangelical Church & Women’s Fellowship, where she held various offices. She also enjoyed attending the First Baptist Church of Troy, where she was a member of Roy & Linda Roper’s Sunday School Class.
Jo Ann was a cook for the Wathena Schools & enjoyed attending Bible Study, where they cooked for the homeless at the Food Kitchen.
Jo Ann married William “Bill” Schultz on June 3, 1950 in Wathena. He preceded her in death on December 23, 2001.
She was also preceded in death by her parents, brother, Eugene Grable, granddaughter, Heather Steeby, 2 great-grandchildren & a step-grandson, Mike Steeby.
Survivors: her children, Steve Schultz (Linda), Troy, Kansas;
Ellen Steeby (George) of St. Joseph, Missouri; Randy Schultz of Wathena, Kansas; Chris Schultz (Kim), Burr Oak Bottom, Wathena, Kansas; 16 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, 2 step-grandchildren, 6 step-great-grandchildren, 5 step-great-great-grandchildren & numerous nieces & nephews;
Sister-in-law, Stella Goin, Wathena, Kansas.
Private family funeral service.

Leonard J. Edrington
1949-2016

Leonard J. Edrington, 66, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away unexpectedly Saturday, March 19, 2016 at Mosaic Life Care.
He was born May 20, 1949 in Knox City, Texas.
Leonard proudly served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War. He worked at Farmland Industries / Omnium for 39 years, retiring in 2007.
Leonard was an avid hunter and also enjoyed the outdoors and camping. He was always there to help people and could fix just about anything. He loved his family and friends more than anything and always enjoyed spending time with them.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Homer Sr. and Mary (Mulroy) Edrington; brothers, Homer Edrington, Jr., Alvin Leo Edrington and James Edrington; and grandson, Gerrit.
Survivors include wife of 47 years, Janice (Feemster); children, Michelle Brinkman (Marty), Laura Lake and Leon Edrington; five grandchildren, Blade Lake, Ryker Brinkman, Lauradee Brinkman, Mackenzie Heastan and Ashtan Heastan; sister, Dorothy Gaston (Jerry); sister-in-law, Linda Edrington; and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.
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. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, American Cancer Society or the Wounded Warrior Project. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

James “Jim” Richardson
1942 – 2016

ELWOOD, KANSAS – James “Jim” Richardson, 73, of Elwood, Kansas died at his residence on Saturday, March 19, 2016.
Jim was born on May 4, 1942 in Maryville, Missouri to William Elmer & Mary (Birch) Richardson.
He was a member of the Eagles, Bicentennial CB Club of 1976, using CB handle “Jim Beam” Jim retired from the Labors Local #579 of St. Joseph.
Jim married Beverly Scott on April 12, 1965. She survives of the home. James was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers; William (Bill) Richardson, Gary (Wes) Richardson, his daughter, Peggy Sue Rizer, and great-grandson, Orion Richards.
Additional survivors:Raymond (Noelle) Rizer of South Jordan, Utah;
Darryl (Starr) Richardson of St. Joseph, Missouri;
Theresa Richardson (Charles Huff), Mary (Jimmy Dale) Allen, James (Tina) Richardson and Patty (Brian) Lampshire all of Elwood, Kansas;
Brother, Larry Richardson of Murrieta, California;
19 grandchildren 10 great-grandchildren nieces and nephews.
Funeral will be held Wednesday, March 23, 2016 – 2:00 P.M. at Harman Rohde Funeral Home in Wathena, Kansas.
Burial will be held at Memorial Park Cemetery in St. Joseph, Missouri.
Visitation family will receive friends Tuesday evening 6-8 pm where friends may call after 2 pm.
Memorials In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial donations to the St. Croix Hospice.

George Samuel Fiste
1943-2016

George “Sam” Samuel Fiste, 73, of St. Joseph, MO. passed away Saturday, March 19, 2016 at a Kansas City Health Care Center. He was born February 18, 1943 in Dayton, Ohio son of Matilda & Benjamin Fiste. He was a Tool & Dye maker and associated with several businesses in the St. Joseph area, and he also taught the Tool and Dye trade to several people. He served in the Army and was a Christian. Sam was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Lewis Fiste, three sisters, Cora, Frances, and Sandy. Survivors include: daughter, Sandy McCauley of Lees Summit, MO, three sons, Bill (Wendy) Mattucks of St. Joseph, MO, Dino (Melody) Fiste of Bronston, KY, and Benjamin F Fiste of Ozark, MO, three brothers, Ronald, Bob and Phil Fiste, sister, Grace, eight grandchildren: Klarissa & Jewels McAuley, Michael, Sutton, and Haden Mattucks, Cameron, Taylor, and Madison Fiste, and a great grandchild, Hensley Fiste. A memorial service will be held 11:00 AM Saturday at the Rupp Chapel, Rev. Albert Shirley officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm on Friday at the Rupp Funeral Home. He will be cremated under the care and direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. Memorials are requested to the KU Cancer Center Memorial Fund.

Lambert A. Clark
1941-2016

Wathena, Kansas Lambert Clark, 75, of Wathena, Kansas passed away Saturday, March 19, 2016 at his daughter’s home in Troy, Kansas.
Lambert was born on February 15, 1941 in Troy, Kansas to Alvin Emerson & Della Lucile (Massey) Clark.
Lambert served in the U.S. Navy Seabee’s during Vietnam. He worked for Mead as a machinist & after retirement, he enjoyed delivering the Kansas Chief newspaper to its places of distribution, even so much that no other appointments could be made to interfere. Lambert enjoyed gardening, fishing, hunting, cutting wood, mowing & bird watching.
Lambert married Anna Nadine Grable on March 11, 1967 in Troy, Kansas. She preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his son, Norman Clark, brothers, Kenneth & Ivan Clark Sr. & sisters, Evelyn Liechti, May Belle Grable & Esteline Stringfellow.
Survivors: daughter, Sheila Marriott (James) of Troy, Kansas Grandchildren, Jesse Marriott (Taylor) of Highland, Kansas Madison Marriott of Troy, Kansas Numerous nieces & nephews
Funeral Service: 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, March 23, 2016 At the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Wathena, Kansas. Visitation: 6-8 Tuesday evening at the funeral home, where friends may call after 9 A.M. Tuesday. Burial: Bellemont Cemetery, Wathena, Kansas Memorials: K-State Cancer Research or donor’s choice to animals in need. www.harmanrohde.com

Berniece Genevieve Burnsides
1917-2016

Berniece Genevieve Burnsides, 98, Maryville, Missouri passed away Tuesday, March 15, 2016 at Parkdale Manor in Maryville, Missouri.
She was born August 5, 1917 to Delbert and Ada (McAfee) Bridges in Forbes, Missouri where she grew up and attended school.
Berniece married Ray Felix Burnsides in 1934. She was a homemaker and worked at the Craig Post Office as an Assistant Postmaster. Berniece was a member of the First Christian Church.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband of 62 years, Ray (1996); son, Jim (2009); and sisters, Sarah “Sadie” Hall and Mary Cotton.
Survivors include sons, Bill Burnsides (Janet), Mound City, Missouri and Mike Burnsides (Linda), Mound City, Missouri; daughter-in-law, Elizabeth Burnsides, Maryville, Missouri; grandchildren, Mark Burnsides, Teresa Burnsides, Cheri Patterson, Annette Burnsides, Nina Norton, Lori Dryer, Paula Burnsides and Anthony Burnsides; fourteen great-grandchildren; and fifteen great-great-grandchildren.
Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Saturday, Pettijohn & Crawford Family Funeral Service. Interment Mount Hope Cemetery. The family suggests memorial donations to First Christian Church of Mound City, Missouri. Online guest book and obituary at www.pettijohncrawford.com.

Norman Ellis, Jr.
1971-2016

Norman Bruce Ellis, Jr., 44, Atchison, Kansas died Tuesday, March 15, 2016 at Mosaic Life Care, St. Joseph, Missouri.
Funeral services will be Friday, March 18, 2016 at 1:30 P.M. at Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery, St. Joseph, Missouri. Visitation with the family will be Thursday, March 17th from 6:30 until 8:00 P.M. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home to defray funeral expenses.
Norman was born March 25, 1971 in Kansas City, Kansas the son of Norman Bruce Ellis, Sr., and Linda Willmeth Ellis. He attended Atchison schools and an electronic institute for two years.
He and Teresa Clark were united in marriage on September 16, 1989 in Atchison, Kansas. They were later divorced.
Mr. Ellis worked as a brick layer for many years as a member of the brick layers union. He had also formerly worked for J. E. Dunn Construction Company in Kansas City.
Survivors include his mother, Linda (Mike) Piper, Atchison, KS, two sons, Norman Bruce Ellis, III, Atchison, KS, Jesse Aaron Ellis, Atchison, KS, two daughters, Amber Dawn Ellis (Josh Coleman) Connersville, IN, Alyssa Marie Ellis, Atchison, KS, a brother, John Ellis, Atchison, KS, a sister, Michelle Drimmel, Atchison, KS and five grandchildren.

Karrie Lynn Williams
1967-2016

Karrie Lynn (Sampson) Williams 48, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, March 15, 2016 at Mosaic Life Care hospital. She was born August 13, 1967 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of Rosie and Lawrence R. Sampson. She graduated from Central Class of 1985 and was a beautician at Ultra Salon and a Hair Stylist for 25 years. She enjoyed playing pool, scrap booking, and making jewelry. She loved Kid Rock and going to concerts, and she was a Christian. Karrie was preceded in death by her father, Lawrence R. Sampson. Survivors include, mother, Rosie Sampson of Saint Joseph, MO, daughters, Cayla and Chloe Williams, a sister, Amy Lieffring of Easton, MO, aunts, Darlene Sampson of St. Joseph, MO, Janice (Gary) Kerns of Agency, MO, Pat (Clay) Jennings of Kansas City, MO, uncle, George (Barb) Woyski of Agency, MO, maternal grandmother, Lorene Hogan of Agency, MO, former husband, Curt Williams, nieces and nephews, Taylor Walker, Mallie, Hunter & Stetson Lieffring.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 pm, on Friday, March 18, 2016 at Rupp Funeral Home, with Pastor Earnestine Blakley officiating, The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Thursday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Westlawn Cemetery . Memorials are requested to the Children’s Scholarship Fund, in care of the Rupp Funeral Home.

Bettie Sollars
1929-2016

Bettie Sollars, 87, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Sunday, March 13, 2016.
She was born February 6, 1929 in Weatherby, Missouri.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence “Bud” Sollars; parents, Dade and Helen (Riggs) Weigler; and four siblings, Colleen Montgomery, Carl Weigler, Charles Weigler and Darlene Stanislaus.
Survivors include son, William Calvin, St. Joseph, Missouri; four grandchildren, Ranae Edwards, Phoenix, Arizona, Carrissa Feiden, St. Joseph, Missouri, Aaron Calvin, Kansas City, Kansas and Courtney Needham, Kansas City, Kansas; and four great-grandchildren.
Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Chad Michael Lancaster
1975-2016

Chad Michael Lancaster, 40, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Sunday, March 13, 2016 at Mosaic Life Care.
He was born April 7, 1975 in Marquette, Michigan.
Chad married Melissa Ann Donaldson on May 24, 2014.
He worked for Griffin Roofing as an estimator. Chad believed in putting God first, then his family, followed by fishing as much as he could. He always enjoyed spending time outdoors, from mushroom hunting to barbecuing. Chad loved to be able to help others and was a loving father, brother, and uncle who will be missed.
Survivors include wife, Melissa; daughters, Maddison Sconyers and Alanna Lancaster; father, Joe Lancaster (Debbie); mother, Karen Lancaster; brother, Todd Lancaster; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Inurnment Memorial Park Cemetery at a later date. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Thursday, 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 or Midwest Transplant Network. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Janice L. Heinz
1939-2016

Janice L. Heinz, 76, Gladstone, Missouri passed away Sunday, March 13, 2016 at North Kansas City Hospital.
She was born November 3, 1939 in Cosby, Missouri.
Janice graduated from Northwest Missouri State University in 1961. The following spring she started teaching at Meadowbrook Elementary School in North Kansas City. She spent her whole career there as the First grade teacher, retiring in 1997.
She was a longtime and active member of Gashland United Methodist Church. She participated in various charitable functions and was always available to help anyone. Janice also enjoyed traveling with her good friends and spending time with family.
She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Amelia (Ladage) Heinz; and siblings, Elmer Heinz, Leona Gaddis, Connie Heinz, Wilma Perkins, Velma Kellogg, Eileen Howard, Charles Heinz and Marvin Heinz.
Survivors include brother, Melvin Heinz (Doris), Troy, Missouri; sister, Bonnie Perkins, Pawnee City, Nebraska; and numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family.
Graveside Farewell Services & Interment 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, Cosby Zion Cemetery, Cosby, Missouri. The family suggests memorial gifts to Gashland United Methodist Church, 7715 N. Oak Traffic way, Kansas City, MO 64118. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Diane Colleen Rukavina
1961-2016

Diane Colleen Rukavina, 54, Oregon, Missouri passed away Sunday, March 13, 2016 at Mosaic Life Care.
She was born October 9, 1961 in Burlington, New Jersey.
Diane married Gregory David Rukavina on October 22, 1988.
Diane never met a flower she didn’t like and spent hours in her greenhouse coaxing them to perform their best. She also loved being a flower and vegetable vendor at the Pony Express farmers market, where she never left before new friends were made. Diane pursued the morel mushroom this time of year and was fondly referred to as the fungus queen by her competition.
Survivors include husband, Gregory; daughters, Colleen Rukavina, Chere Faris and Christina Rukavina; grandchildren, Grant, Alexandria and Brody; parents, Chalmas Dronsfield and MaryAnn (Kelly) Margarite; grandmother, Carol Spielberg; sisters, Donna Nava and Anita Reaza; brother, John Dronsfield; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Memorial services will be held at a later date. Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. The family suggests memorial gifts to the Holt County Cancer Fund, Inc., 202 N. Harrison Street, Oregon, MO 64473. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Levi Livingston
1931-2016

Levi Livingston 84, of Faucett, Missouri, passed away Sunday, March 13, 2016 at his home. He was born December 25, 1931, son of Hattie and Charles John Livingston. He attended the Family Worship center. Levi was preceded in death by wife, Carmelita Livingston, son, step son, parents, a grandson, and a brother. Survivors include, daughter, Dorothy Hemphill of Newton, KS, step daughter, Patsy Kusch of St. Joseph, numerous grandchildren, and great grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM on Tuesday at the Rupp Funeral Home, with a graveside funeral service and interment to be conducted at 2:30 PM Tuesday, March 15, 2016 at the Memorial Park Cemetery. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Thelma “T.J.” June Goin
1933-2016

Thelma “T.J.” June Goin 82, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, March 13, 2016 in Topeka, KS. She was born June 23, 1933 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of Verna and James Johnson. She was a homemaker and a Christian. Thelma was preceded in death by her parents, two sons, Johnny White and Michael Leroy Grooms, four brothers, Ralph, Roy, Ed and Otis Johnson, two sisters, Dollie and Roxie Johnson, three husbands, Claude E. Grooms, Charles White, and William Goin. Survivors include, two sons, James (June) Grooms of Topeka, KS, and Claude (Rayida) Grooms of St. Joseph, three daughters, Sharon (Gerald) Guyer of Phoenix, AZ, Patty (Danny) Armstrong of St. Joseph, MO, and daughter, Ramona Finley of St. Joseph, MO, and a sister, Rose White of St. Joseph, MO, nine grandchildren, numerous great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be conducted at 10:00 AM Thursday at the Rupp Chapel, with Rev. Albert Shirley officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Wednesday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Memorial Park Cemetery.

Thomas J. “Tom” Manning
1962-2016

Thomas J. “Tom” Manning, 53, of Morrill, surrounded by his loving family, went to be with his Lord, Monday, March 14, 2016.
He was born April 14, 1962, at Grand Rapids, Michigan, one of six children born to David and Ruth Visser Manning. Tom attended various schools due to his Dad being a pastor, with the family making Morrill their home during his teenage years. He graduated from Sabetha High School with the class of 1981. Tom worked a number of years for Mid Am Dairy at Sabetha prior to going to work at Sabetha Schools as a custodian, working the last 10 years at the elementary school.
He was faithfully attending the Woodlawn Baptist Church for some time.
Tom married Mary Bertus, November 11, 1989, at Avon, South Dakota. They have made Morrill their home all of their married life where they raised their family. Mary survives of the home.
Also surviving are their children: Matthew Manning, Abby Manning, both of Morrill, Kristen Manning of Topeka; his parents: David and Ruth Manning, of Morrill; three brothers: David Manning, Jr. of Mulvane, KS, Tim Manning of Morrill, Dan Manning of Humboldt, NE; two sisters: Karen Bronson of Unionville, IA, Kathy Manning of Lee’s Summit, MO; with numerous nieces and nephews.
The family will meet with friends from 6 until 8 Thursday evening at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hiawatha.
A private celebration of Tom’s life will be at Woodlawn Baptist Church, with Pastor Duane Tramp officiating. Private inurnment will be at a later date at Morrill Cemetery.
Memorial contributions are suggested to the Tom Manning Memorial Fund, sent in care of Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, 124 S 7th St., Hiawatha 66434.

Amanda Lucianne Groce
1989-2016

Amanda Lucianne Groce 27, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, March 14, 2016 at Mosaic Life Care hospital. She was born March 4, 1989 in St. Joseph, MO. She attended Benton High School. She worked at RGIS and at the Holiday Inn St. Joseph. She was artist, and had a beautiful voice and loved to sing, but most especially she loved her children. She was a Christian. Amanda is survived by mother, Sarah McGill-Brown(Ricky), father, Raymond Groce, three children: Christian Rowles, Abigail Canterbury. and Duke Canterbury, two brothers, Tyler Groce, and Aubrey Brown two sisters, Holly Groce and Karen (Anthony) Gray all of St. Joseph, MO.
Funeral services will be conducted at 10:00 am, on Friday, March 18, 2016 at Rupp Funeral Home, with Pastor Dave Hugger officiating, The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Thursday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Odd Fellows Public Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the Amanda Groce Memorial Fund c/o Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Duane Jack Snethen
1932-2016

Duane Jack Snethen, 83, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Monday, March 14, 2016 at Mosaic Life Care.
He was born December 10, 1932 in Davis City, Iowa. Duane was a graduate of Leon High School in Davis City, Iowa, Class of 1949. He proudly served in the United States Army during the Korean War, where he received a Bronze Star.
Duane married Mary Eileen George on July 3, 1954 and she preceded him in death in 2004.
He worked at Armour for 29 years and later as a Federal Meat Inspector for the USDA.
He enjoyed camping and fishing and seeing all the activities at the Wesley Center. Duane also attended the Savannah Avenue Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, Theora and Mary (Latta) Snethen; wife, Mary; sons, Jeffrey Allen and Michael Snethen; great-grandson, Herschel Snethen; and granddaughter, Amanda Snethen.
Survivors include son, Dennis Snethen (Becky); grandchildren, Heather Snethen and Trent Snethen (Becca), Jamie Snethen, Kyle Corcoran and Bradley and Tangie Ferguson; sister, Theora Proctor; brother-in-law, James George (Kathy); five great-grandchildren and extended family members; and longtime companion, Mildred Warner.
Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Inurnment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends one hour prior to the service, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. The family suggests memorial donations to InterServ Wesley Weightlifters. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Mark Benitz
1961-2016

Mark Benitz, 54, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Monday, March 14, 2016 at Mosaic Life Care.
He was born September 6, 1961 in St. Joseph, Missouri.
He could make anyone laugh with his unique sense of humor. He enjoyed spending time with his loved ones as well as his hobbies especially hunting, fishing, and golfing. Mark loved his three grandchildren with a passion. He was a well-known Lafayette High School athlete and was proud to be a Union pipefitter for 25+ years and made many friends from that association.
He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Eugene Benitz.
Survivors include daughters, Stephanie Sage (Jared), Blue Springs, Missouri and Lisa Benitz, St. Joseph, Missouri; grandchildren, Caitlen and Weston Sage and Alaina Sullivan; mother, Verda (Lovitt) Benitz, St. Joseph, Missouri; sister, Bethany Hawkins (Warren); brothers, Robert Benitz, David Benitz (Julie) and Timothy Benitz; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Farewell Services 11:00 A.M. Friday, St. Peter Lutheran Church. Inurnment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Thursday, St. Peter Lutheran Church. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.