ST. JOSEPH – Jennifer Anne Crawford, 47, passed away Friday October 3, 2014 at her home unexpectedly.
She was born February 18, 1967 in St. Joseph, daughter of Anita and David Crawford. She attended North Andrew High School, and was a Homemaker. She was a loving mother, grandmother and sister who had many cherished nieces, nephews and friends. She never knew a stranger and she will be missed by all who knew her. Jennifer loved collecting Angels, and she is now with them as she loved so well. Jennifer was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Oneta and Delmer Stotts; paternal grandmother, Christine Davis; paternal grandfather, Charles “Ed” Crawford.
She is survived by her parents, David and Anita Crawford of St. Joseph; two daughters, Jessica (Richard) Hughes, St. Joseph and Lorena Wallace of Seattle, Wash.; a son, Curtis Brown of Seattle; seven grandchildren; one great-grandchild; brother, Dean (Vickie) Crawford of Conception, Mo.; two sisters, Patrea (Patrick) Phipps and DaNita Crawford both of St. Joseph; as well as many nieces, nephews and friends.
She will be cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home. There will be a graveside memorial service conducted at 3 p.m., Monday, at the Fillmore Cemetery, Fillmore, Mo. Memorials are requested to the Jennifer Crawford memorial fund in care of Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

ST. JOSEPH – Olga (Spencer) Bates, 83, St. Joseph, Missouri went to heaven on October 3, 2014.
She was born September 26, 1931 in Clarksdale, Mo., to R. Clay and Mabel Trussell.
She went to grade school and high school in Clarksdale, and Platte-Guard Business School in St. Joseph.
Olga married Darrell Spencer on March 9, 1951. They made their home in Clarksdale, moved to Columbia, Mo., in 1960 and then to Longmont, Colo., in 1971. She later married Joseph Bates.
Survivors: daughters, Cindy VanDuyne, St. Joseph and Ann Milewski, New Hampshire; grandchildren, Stacy VanDuyne, Colorado, Jesse Nichols, Colorado, Clovis Spencer, New Hampshire, Amanda Harvey (Mike), Arthur Maguire and Matthew Maguire, New Hampshire; great grandsons, Dylan and Jeremiah Jenkins, Colorado and Connor Joseph Harvey, New Hampshire; sister, Octa Enslow, Colorado; and brother-in-law, Dennis Spencer, Missouri.
She was a devoted and loving mother, grandmother and aunt. Olga will be greatly missed.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Clay and Mabel Trussell; husbands Darrell Spencer and Joseph Bates; sisters, Glenna Wood, Nita Trussell and J.W. Trussell; and son-in-law, Joseph Milewski.
Memorial Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, Hawman Center, Clarksdale. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

ST. JOSEPH – Donald R. Wykert, 72, died Friday, October 3, 2014 at his home.
He was born November 16, 1941 in Highland, Kan., to Harold and Gladys (Harness) Wykert.
Donald married Janet K. Benner September 3, 1971. She survives of the home.
Mr. Wykert served in the United States Army. He had farmed in the Amazonia area. He was a member of the Amazonia Lions Club and former Mason and Shrine member.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and daughter, Kelli Wykert.
Survivors: wife, Janet Wykert; two daughters, Kari Tyree (Dave) and Traci Wykert; two step children, Kenny Tanner (Debbie) and Kelly Walls (Jeffrey); two sisters, Dixie Meng (Bob) and Pat Masters (Terry); two brothers, Johnny Wykert (Nanci) and Jimmy Wykert; nine grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
Memorial Services: 1 p.m., Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory. The family suggests memorial gifts to Hands of Hope Hospice, Green Valley Baptist Church or Amazonia Lions Club. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

AMAZONIA, Mo. – Connie Lou (Allison) Black, 66, of Amazonia, Mo., passed away Thursday, October 2, 2014 at KU Medical Center.
She was born in Maysville, Mo., on July 1, 1948 to J.W. and Louise (Smith) Allison. Connie was a 1966 graduate of Benton High School and attended St. Joseph Junior College.
She married Victor L. (Buck) Black on September 12, 1970. Connie worked various jobs including Bill Kinney Drug Store, TSC, Riss Truck Lines, and Presto-x Pest Control. Co-Owner of Country Flowers & Gifts (Maysville), Owner of the Third Street Gifts and was currently Secretary and Vice President of Black Gunite Inc.
She was a member of the Amazonia United Methodist Church, Beta Sigma Phi sorority, Roubidoux Rebekah Lodge and manager of SAB LLC. She was active in the Amazonia community.
Connie was preceded in death by her father, J.W. Allison; and step father, Wayne McFee.
Surviving of the home is husband, Buck and granddaughter, Cayla; additional survivors include daughter, Buffy; grandsons, Remy and Tesla; granddaughters, Sophia and Iceland; mother, Louise (Allison) McFee of Maysville; brothers, Harold Allison (Jackie) of Weatherby, Ron Allison (Deb) of St. Joseph, Jim Allison (Joni) of Amazonia and Holley Allison (Shelly)of St. Joseph; sister, Donna Swope (Danny) of Maysville; father-in-law, Bill Black (Juanita) of Savannah; and sister-in-law, Janie Post (Rich) of Maysville.
Services: 3 p.m., Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends 12:30 to 2:30 p.m., Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory. Memorials may be made out to Camp Quality, Noyes Home for Children or Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

WATHENA, Kan. – Karen Bittiker Eberhardt, 72, passed away Saturday, October 4, 2014, at Wathena Healthcare and Rehabilitation in Wathena, after a lengthy battle with cancer. Born February 16, 1942 in St. Joseph, she was the daughter of Anne Elizabeth Stiles Cole and Leman Joseph Bittiker. Karen attended Wathena School while helping her father raise her younger siblings. She worked many years as a waitress and especially enjoyed her last years at Hawkins Cafe, in St. Joseph. She also operated a daycare in her home for many years. In 1956 she was married to James W. O’Rourke, who preceded her in death in 1977. Karen later married Lyle Eberhardt, who remained a dear friend after their divorce, and survives in St. Joseph. Karen enjoyed baking and cooking homemade meals for her family, especially for holiday gatherings. She loved gardening and canning, and especially enjoyed her tradition of making homemade Christmas candy and fudge for friends and relatives.
She is survived by four daughters, Carrie Hampton of Parkville, Mo., April Arnett of California, Mo., Dawn O’Rourke of Trenton, Mo., and Terry Ebling of Kansas City, Mo.; one son, James W. O’Rourke of Gallatin, Mo.; one granddaughter, Lindsey Martin of St. Joseph, who Karen raised; one sister, Sherye Gibson of Pasadena, Texas; and two brothers, Ken Daley Bittiker of Fort Worth, Texas, and Gary Lee Bittiker of Wichita Falls, Texas; ten grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews.
She was preceded in death by both parents; four brothers – Lloyd Dean “Poochie” Bittiker, Wesley Lee Bittiker, Danny Joe Bittiker, and Larry Dean Bittiker; and one grandson, Christopher Martin Terry.
A memorial service for family and close friends will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11, with visitation from 2 to 3 p.m. at Rupp Funeral Home, St. Joseph, MO. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

ST. JOSEPH – Rosella (Boner) Ross, 79, passed away Sunday October 5, 2014 at a local health care center.
Rosella was born on December 30, 1934 in Stanberry, Mo., to John Virgil and Anna Leora (Lint) Boner.
She worked as a sewing machine operator at the Stanberry Cap Factory and retired from the Bethany Cap Factory. She attended First Baptist Church in Stanberry and loved her family and attending family events.
Rosella was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Clifford, Hobert and Bill Boner; sisters, Gertrude Shaffer Messner, Mary E. Scott and Ola Williams.
Surviving family includes sons, Larry Collings and Albert (Gidge) Ross; daughters, Rose Anna (Gary) Hughes and Lora Lea Ross, all of St. Joseph; and Sandra (Richard) Parham, of Rushville, Mo.; nine grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.
Services 10 a.m., Wednesday at Heaton-Bowman-Smith and Sidenfaden Chapel. Interment High Ridge Cemetery, Stanberry.
Visitation will begin after 11 a.m., Tuesday at our chapel, where the family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m., Tuesday evening.

HAMILTON, Mo. – Allen Dale Sauter, 53, passed away Sunday October 5, 2014 at his home.
He was born November 28, 1960 in Oceanside, Calif. He attended Benton High School, and worked on the construction and concrete field all his life. He was an avid Chiefs, Nascar and Royals fan.
Allen was preceded in death by his father, Dale Sauter; and brother, Larry Biggs.
He is survived by mother, Lois (Biggs) Sauter; and Mother, Charlotee Wells; a son, Allen Dale Sauter and his wife of Japan; two grandchildren; seven brothers: Ronald (Kelly) Sauter, Gary Wells, Brian (Shantell) Wells, all of St. Joseph; Randy Biggs of Florida, Tim Biggs of Arizona, and Ritchie Biggs of St. Joseph; three sisters, Monica (Eric) Shellenberger, Brenda (Bill) Goodwin of Amazonia, and Theresa Adkins of St. Joseph; and his special caretaker, Angela Mobley of Hamilton. A celebration of his life will be from 2 to 6 p.m., Saturday, October 18th, 2014 at the VFW Post 6760 at 306 Cherokee. He has been cremated under the care of the Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

ST. JOSEPH – John David Kemmer, M.A.I., 86, died Sunday, October 5, 2014 at Heartland Regional Medical Center. He was born April 9, 1928 to Carl and Irene (Simms) Kemmer in St. Joseph.
John married Dona Richardson on October 6, 1951. She survives of the home.
Mr. Kemmer was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Charles Lee, Louis and Joseph Kemmer; and sister, Helen Roth.
Additional Survivors: daughter, Kathy Schwamberger (Thomas), Clearwater, Fla.; son. John Christian Kemmer, Clearwater; grandchildren, Christian Thomas Schwamberger, Aaron Michael and John Robert Kemmer; great-grandchildren, Ashlynn and Maverick Schwamberger; sisters, Carolyn O’Brien and Patricia Clark (Mel); and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was a member of Knights of Columbus and American Legion Post #359. He retired from the Missouri Department of Highway and Transportation, as a right of way appraiser during which time he was awarded designated membership in the American Institute of Real Estate Appraisers. After retirement from MODOT, he opened Kemmer Appraisals Incorporated.
He enjoyed restoring cars and was an avid model railroad hobbyist. Loving nature he gardened and enjoyed the birds in his yard.
Mass of Christian Burial: 10 a.m., Thursday, St. Joseph Cathedral Catholic Church, where he was a member. Burial at St. Joseph Cemetery, Easton, Mo. Parish Rosary 6 p.m., Wednesday, followed by visitation at Meierhoffer Funeral Home, where friends may call after 1:30 p.m., Wednesday. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

ST. JOSEPH – Elinor R. Greer, 87, formerly of Arizona, passed away peacefully Friday, October 3, 2014.
She was born February 7, 1927 to Theodore and Nanny Griffy in LaVeta, Colo.
Elinor married John Greer on May 30, 1951 in Phoenix, Ariz. He survives of the home.
Additional Survivors: sons, Tom, Larry (Becky) Mick, Ted and Darrell (Vanessa), Arizona; daughter, Becky Brooner (Kirby), St. Joseph; sister, Edith Carpenter; fourteen grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren
Care provided by Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory. Services will be held at a later date. The family requests memorials to Hands of Hope Hospice or Community of Christ Church. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

ST. JOSEPH – Warren “Bill” W. Revels, 86, died Thursday, October 2, 2014 at a local healthcare facility.
He was born June 14, 1928 to Jewel and Leila (Hixon) Revels in Atchison, Kan.
Bill married Marge Ann Meng on February 9, 1968. She survives of the home.
He proudly served in the United States Navy during World War II. Bill worked for forty years as a Sheet metal worker and retired from Hausman Metal Works.
He belonged to Local #2, and was a member of American legion, VFW and Lions Club.
Bill was an excellent wood worker. He enjoyed boating, fishing and was passionate about his fantasy football teams. He was strict and a perfectionist but also knew how to have a good time and enjoyed life. His family meant the world to him and he especially loved his grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and grandson, Jeb Cossey.
Survivors: wife of 46 years, Marge; children, Brenda Miller (Rick), David Bruce (Anita), Kimberly Cossey and Wesley Revels (Mary Beth); five grandchildren, Kayla De La Paz (Jorge), Jennifer Cossey, Michael Miller, Daniel Cassity and Easton Bruce; four great-grandchildren, Madison Browning, Jaxon Miller, Macie De La Paz and Josiah De La Paz; and his best buddy, Sam.
Services: 10 a.m. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory, where friends may call after 4 p.m. Sunday. Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to the American Cancer Society or Crossroads Hospice of Kansas City. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

ST. JOSEPH – Kathleen Ann Miller, 75, passed away Thursday October 2, 2014 at her home.
She was born January 18, 1939 in Moline, Ill., daughter of Esther and William Varner. She worked at TWA in the food service department. Kathleen had a strong Christian faith, and loved baseball, especially the Royals, crocheting and she also enjoyed John Starnes music.
Kathleen was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Sharon Mortimer; and a brother, Larry Varner.
She is survived by children: Jeffrey Miller of the home, Tracy (Eudell) Dalton of Forsythe, Mo., Leon (Rhonda) Miller of Wichita, Kan., and Susie (Pete) Richie of Smithville, Mo.; two sisters, Blanche (Ron) Knudston of Pueblo, Colo., and Elaine (Ed) Brownlee of Quincy, Ill.; brother-in-law, Jack Mortimer of Keokuk, Iowa; four grandchildren, Cali Miller, Nicholas Richie, Chandler Richie, and Brooklyn Richie; several nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held Monday, October 6, 2014 at 2 p.m., at Rupp Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m., on Monday at Rupp Funeral Home. The inurnment will follow the service at the Mount Olivet Cemetery. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

ST. JOSEPH – Joseph L. Toombs, 93, passed away Wednesday, October 1, 2014 at Carriage Square Health Care Center.
J.L. was born on November 17, 1920 in Darlington, Mo., son of Loren and Lucy (Thompson) Toombs.
J.L. graduated from Darlington High School. He then served in the Army Air Corps during World War II. He worked as an Appliance Repairman for Sears. After his retirement, he continued to work in the appliance repair business. He was a member of the Sears’ Retiree’s Club and Strong Tower Church.
He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Marja Roberts and Lily Lane.
J.L. married Joy Elizabeth Weatherd on March 31, 1944 in Troy, Kan. She survives of the home.
Additional surviving family includes daughter, Linda (Dean) Fleshman; sons, Ronald (Kathy) and Randy (Sharon) Toombs; seven grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and brothers, Billy and Marvin Toombs.
Services 10 a.m., Saturday at Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel, St. Joseph.
Interment Ford City Cemetery, Ford City, Mo. Visitation will begin after 12 Noon Friday at our chapel, where the family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m., Friday evening.
The family suggests memorial contributions to Carriage Square Health Care Center.

ST. JOSEPH – Robert “Bob” Lee Hogan, 78, passed away Tuesday, September 30, 2014 at his home.
He was born October 20, 1935 in St. Joseph, son of Beulah and Mathew Hogan. He married Elizabeth Shreve on May 20, 1961, and they shared 53 years of marriage prior to her passing away in February of 2014. He graduated from Benton High School, then served in the United States Navy and later in the Navy Reserves – NMCB-15 Seabees. He worked at Fort Leavenworth, in Civilian Service, as a Maintenance Engineer.
Bob was very active in the community volunteering at the South Side Fall Festival (since its beginning in 1988). He and Elizabeth served as Grand Marshalls of the parade, he was also a member the South St. Joseph Progressive Club, King Hill Masonic Lodge # 376, Masonic York Rite, The American Legion Pony Express Post and the former King Hill United Methodist Church. He was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church. Bob was also involved with Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts.
Bob was preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth Olive Hogan; his parents; two brothers, George E. and Marion “Bud” Hogan; and two sisters, Betty Batley, and Lena Thornberry.
He is survived by daughter, Sheryl Davis and husband COL Kenneth Davis of Semmes, Ala.; grandchildren, Seth and Krystal Davis; two brothers, John Hogan and wife Ann of Ashland, Mo., and Charles Hogan and wife Geneva of Newalla, Okla.; nephews, Mark Young and Mike Thornberry whom he practically raised. He is survived by several nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held at a later date. He will be cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home. Memorials are requested to the Boy Scouts – Pony Express Council, the inurnment will be at the Leavenworth National Cemetery, Leavenworth, Kan. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

AGENCY, Mo. – Velma L. “Sally” Jones, 88, passed away Wednesday, October 1, 2014 in St. Joseph. She was born June 1, 1926 in Dearborn, Mo., daughter of Julia and George Noland. She married Albert September 23, 1947 in Wathena, Kan., and they shared 65 years together. She was a homemaker who also worked at Nomi Lights and Whitaker Cable.
She enjoyed cooking, sewing, canning and having a big garden. Sally was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Albert Lee Jones; three brothers, Jack, Gene, and Tom Jones; two sisters, Josephine Andrus, and Margret Kerns.
Survivors include, son, Danny and wife Sherry Jones of Rushville, MO; grandchildren: Tracy, (Bill), Laura, (Jason), and Tasha (Cody); 12 great-grandchildren; and a sister, Bonnie (Dale) Dreher of Savannah, Mo.
Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m., on Saturday, October 4, 2014 at Rupp Funeral Home, with Pastor James Barnett officiating. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m., on Friday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Agency Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

SAVANNAH, Mo. – Jacqueline June Rice, 81, passed away Thursday, October 2, 2014 in a Savannah health care center. She was born October 20, 1932 in Butler, Mo., daughter of Angeline and Omer McDaniel. She graduated from high school, and was a homemaker also working at Noma Lites, H.D Lee and the Stetson Hat Co.She enjoyed square dancing, and was a member of Savannah United Methodist Church.
Jacqueline was preceded in death by husband, James Calvin Rice; her parents, daughter, Judy Bunse; brother, John McDaniel; and an infant sister.
Survivors include daughter, Jody (Robert) Steinman of Savannah; four grandchildren: Holly (Jason) Keller, Brian (Cindy) Spangler, Jennifer (Brian) Parks, and Travis (Rachael) Bunse; and six great grandchildren.
Graveside funeral services and interment will be conducted on Monday, October 6, 2014 at 10:30 a.m., at the Savannah Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m., on Sunday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

ST. JOSEPH – Clarence “Toby” Evans, 83, died Friday, September 26, 2014 at a local healthcare facility.
He was born July 4, 1931 in Louisiana. Care provided by Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

ST. JOSEPH – Carolyn “GayE” Widener, 76, passed away Saturday, September 27, 2014 at a local hospital.
GayE was born on December 31, 1937 in Gentry, Mo., to the late John and Grace (Blanton) Colvin. She was a graduate of Albany R-III High School, and lived most of her life in Stanberry, Mo., before moving to St. Joseph in 2003.
Mrs. Widener had most recently worked and enjoyed her job as a pharmacy tech at Wal-Mart. GayE was of the Methodist faith and enjoyed reading, bowling, visiting with her neighbors and always loved spending time with her family and grandchildren.
GayE married William Clinton Widener on May 2, 1959 in Reno, Nev. He preceded her in death on March 1, 2000. She was also preceded in death by her sisters: Rose, Levon, Jackie and Betty.
Survivors include a daughter, Becky (Mike) Brennan, St. Joseph; three sons, Steve (Sue) Widener, Des Moines, Iowa; Randy (Jennifer) Widener and Ronny Widener; all of St. Joseph; grandchildren, Aaron (Melodie), Justin (Jenny), Andrew (Danielle), Kaelin, Stephanie, Steven, Kaylee, Jemeca, Landon, Nicholas and Kendall; six great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
Celebration of Life 6 p.m., Friday at the Heaton-Bowman-Smith and Sidenfaden Chapel where the family will receive friends from 4 to 6 p.m., Friday. Memorial donations may be made in care of the funeral home on behalf of the family.

ST. JOSEPH – Robert “Bob” Hogan, 78, passed away Tuesday, September 30, 2014, at his home. Arrangements are pending at Rupp Funeral Home.

ST. JOSEPH – Faye Elisabeth Bold Hughes, 56, passed into eternal rest at Heartland Hospital in St. Joseph, on Friday, September 26, 2014. Faye succumbed to colon cancer having fought a valiant fight for over three years.
Born November 20, 1957, in Charleston, S.C., to Thomas Plane Bold and Emily Schroder Bold, Faye attended First Baptist School and graduated from the College of Charleston in 1979. She dedicated the early years of her career to caring for her parents while assisting in managing the office of a real estate company.
After the death of her parents, Faye began her own family. On June 3, 1990, she married Michaux Angelo Hughes in Charleston’s Citadel Square Baptist Church. Their three sons, Thomas Gerald Hughes, Michael Andrew Hughes, and Timothy Angelo Hughes were all born in Charleston. Besides living in Charleston, Faye and her family lived in Newington, Va., for five years before moving to St. Joseph in 2006.
Faye will be especially remembered for her devotion to her husband, Angelo, and her children, Thomas, Michael, and Timothy. Her life’s mission was to ensure their security and well-being. She made every sacrifice for them always putting their personal welfare before her own.
By all who knew her, she will be remembered for her peaceful walk and compassionate service. As a member of Grace Evangelical Church, Faye actively contributed her many spiritual gifts to “Through the Roof,” a Sunday program dedicated to serving the needs of members of the congregation with disabilities.
Anyone so fortunate to cross Faye’s path was always embraced by her exceeding courtesy and genuine kindness. Everyone who left her presence felt that they had been loved unconditionally even as the Savior would have loved them.
Perhaps Faye’s greatest legacy will be to remind us to always find the positive in our fellow travelers, to only speak of their wholesome qualities, and, in our darkest days, to seek the light of Christ. Faye enjoyed writing poetry and in the depths of her illness wrote these lines:
And now Jesus takes me home with Him,
To a New Place – Heaven,
With green meadows and
Blue water and beautiful places,
Safe – no tears – no sickness –
Just good things – worship and
Praise and a marriage supper for
Him, my Lamb King, and for
Us, his church, his sheep –
Someday – so worth the wait.
A memorial service will be held for Faye at 1 p.m. on Saturday, October 4, at Grace Evangelical Church, 5103 South 50th Street (FF Hwy), St. Joseph (816-279-2090). Relatives and friends are invited to the service with a reception immediately following.
To enhance cancer-cure research, the family invites memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society, 902 N Riverside Rd, St Joseph, MO 64507 (816-233-2558). To recognize Faye’s love for animals, the family invites memorial contributions to the Humane Society of St. Joseph, P.O. Box 6036, St. Joseph, Missouri 64502 (816-232-6955).
The family extends their gratitude to the Heartland Hospital medical team and to the St. Joseph Christian community for their compassionate care and support for Faye during her illness.

ST. JOSEPH – Robert A. Turner, Jr., 64, died Thursday, September 25, 2014 at his home.
He was born March 12, 1950 to Robert Sr. and Edith (Evans) Turner in Baltimore, Md.
Robert married Sondra Sue Petty on July 23, 2000. She survives of the home.
He worked as a CNA for over twenty years in several nursing homes. He was a member of the 25th Missouri Civil War reenactment group for the VFW. Robert loved horses, fishing and his cats and dogs.
Mr. Turner was preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Timmy Turner.
Additional Survivors: children, Gil, Jason, Steven, Brandie and Michael Turner, all of St. Joseph; brothers, Tommy and Eddie Turner; sisters, Katherine Mauzey and Tammy Turner; and several grandchildren.
Services: 1 p.m., Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory. Inurnment 2 p.m. Saturday, Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m., Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory. Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

ST. JOSEPH – Clara Belle Bish, 85, passed away Monday September 29, 2014 at a St. Joseph hospital.
She was born November 22, 1928 in Bucklin, Mo., daughter of Ethel and William Admire. She was a homemaker, and was an excellent cook. She enjoyed working in her garden, hunting, fishing and loved to gamble.
Clara was preceded in death by her husband, Philip Bish; her parents; a daughter, Connie Braman; four brothers, Kenny, Raymond, Luther, and Perry Admire; four sisters, Violet Huff, Bobbie Steen, Betty Wilcoxson, and Erma Nichols.
She is survived by son, Philip (Lori) Bish; three daughters, Carol Newcomer, Linda Newberry, and Phyllis Bish all of Saint Joseph; ten grandchildren, Danny, Lesa, Kris, John, Leah, Nicki, Eddie, P.J, Bruce, and Jeremy; 15 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren.
The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m., on Thursday, with a funeral service to be conducted at 2 p.m., Thursday at Rupp Funeral Home.
She will be cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home following the funeral service, the Inurnment will be at a later date at the Odd Fellow public cemetery.
Memorials are requested to the Susan B. Koman Foundation for Breast Cancer Research. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

ST. JOSEPH – Sherri Lynn Jones, 63, passed away Sunday September 14, 2014. She was born March 11, 1951 in St. Joseph.
She graduated from Lafayette high school and attended a year at Hillyard Technical. She was worked at as a Homemaker. She enjoyed crafting and making things for her grandchildren.
Sherri was preceded in death by her mother, Louella Judd.
She is survived by daughter, Trieste (Charles) Runnels; two sons, Mark (Heather) Jones, and Kevin Chipps and companion, (Katlin Brown) all of St. Joseph; ten grandchildren: Michael, Daytona, Cera, Raven, Kimber, Breton, Jerle, Conner, Nicholas, and Damian.
She will be cremated under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home.There will be a private family memorial service to be held at a later date. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

ST. JOSEPH – Rev. Orval “Byron” Stewart, 93, died Monday, September 15, 2014 at a local healthcare facility.
He was born September 22, 1920 to Sanders Paul and Mary Elizabeth (Cummings) Stewart in Kansas City, Missouri.
Orval married Bertha Lee on June 1, 1941. She preceded him in death.
Mr. Stewart served in the United States Army during World War II and was a member of the Bulge Busters where he remained for the duration of the war. He was later transferred to Little Rock, Arkansas where he was charged with guarding German prisoners. He attended Southwest Baptist College and later received his Certificate of Christian Education from Midwestern Theological Seminary. Orval was the pastor for 18 years at the 11th Street Baptist Church. He also worked at Mead.
Orval loved fishing, working with flowers, and working in his garden. He also liked working on cars and even completely restored a pickup truck including the motor.
He was preceded in death by his wife; parents; son-in-law, Edward Martin; grandson, Michael Stewart; and brothers, Paul and Robert Stewart.
Survivors: sons, Jimmie Stewart, Sr. (Barbara), Paris, Mo., and Robert Melvin Stewart (Linda), St. Joseph; daughters, Norma Jean Martin, St. Joseph, Sheryl Helsel (Eddie), Easton, Mo., and Karen Pruitt (John), Shelby, Ohio; daughter-in-law, Leola Stewart, St. Joseph; ten grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; brother, Wendall Marvin Stewart, St. Joseph; and several nieces and nephews.
Services: 3 p.m., Thursday, Patee Park Baptist Church. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, they may be made to the family. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

HIAWATHA, Kan. – Robert L. “Bobby” Christie, 46, died Friday, September 12, 2014.
Celebration of Life 6 p.m. Saturday, September 20, 2014, Fairview Community Building, 511 West Front Street, Fairview, Kan.
Mr. Christie was a member of the Kansas Cremation Service. Online guestbook and obituary at www.kansascremation.com.

ST. JOSEPH – Opal R. Heater, 96, died Saturday, September 13, 2014 at a local healthcare facility.
She was born December 24, 1917 to Homer and Bessie (Salmons) Wheeler in Savannah, Mo. Opal married Robert Heater on September 30, 1944. He preceded her in death in 1970.
Opal’s father did not have to enlist in the Army in 1917 because he had a new infant daughter. During World War II, Opal was a “Rosie the Riveter.” She made rifle shells at Remington Arms in Independence where she met her future husband on the production line.
Mrs. Heater worked for Whitaker Cable and Sherwood Medical as an assembler. She retired at age 75 when the plant closed after the flood in 1993. She was a member of King Hill Baptist Church. Mrs. Heater was a cake decorator and enjoyed working with ceramics.
She was also preceded in death by her parents; brothers, William L and Roland Wheeler; and sisters, Doris K. Wilson and Viola Wheeler.
Survivors: son, Bob Heater (Jackie); grandsons, Justin and Preston Bruckshaw; and great-grandsons, Taylor and Bensen Bruckshaw, all of St. Joseph.
Services: 1 p.m., Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory. Interment Mount Zion Cemetery, Gower, Mo. The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory. Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to the American Diabetes Association or St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

MARYVILLE, Mo. – Dr. Elwyn K. DeVore, 94, retired Dean and Distinguished University Professor, College of Business, Government and Computer Science, passed away Saturday, September 13, 2014, at Golden Living Center in Maryville.
Dr. DeVore was born July 24, 1920, in Clarksdale, Mo., to Kyle A. and Florence (Huffman) DeVore. Elwyn and Emma Brown were married April 5, 1942, in St. Joseph.
A member of St. Gregory Barbarigo Catholic Church he also served on the Parish Council. He was also a member of Maryville Country Club. He served his country in the United States Army Air Corps during World War II.
A 1938 graduate of Central High School in St. Joseph, he went on to achieve his Bachelor of Science in 1942 from Northwest Missouri State Teacher’s College and Master of Science in 1951 from Oklahoma State University. He next pursued graduate work at the University of Colorado and University of Kansas and obtained his Doctorate in Business Administration in 1959 from Indiana University.
Dr. DeVore taught and coached for high schools in Quitman, Mo., Maryville and Creston, Iowa 1946 to 1950.
While with Northwest Missouri State, he established Small Business Administration Programs; business programs in Agri-Business, Industrial Technology and Fashion Merchandising, including M.S. and M.B.A. degrees and weekend M.B.A. programs in both Maryville and St. Joseph.
He served on many NWMSU committees, including Athletic, and Rank and Promotion; Small Business Advisory Committee for the St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce. He was secretary/treasurer, member of the Board of Directors and President (1968-1969) of Midwest Business Administration Association, an organization of college and university business faculty.
Preceding him in death were his parents, step-father Claude Garrow and sister June Ellis.
Surviving him is his wife of 72 years, Emma DeVore of their home in Maryville; son, Mark (Sherry) DeVore, Branson, Missouri; two daughters, Jean Ann (Wayne) Mertens, Omaha, Neb.; and Mary Sue (Dwight) Tompkins, Sacramento, Calif.; seven grandchildren: Major Jarrod A. (Charlotte) DeVore USMC, Adrien Erickson, Dathan DeVore, Jase (Heather) Johnson, Keegan (Cyndi) Johnson, Jenna (Kevin) Townsend, and Kimberly Tompkins and four great-grandchildren.
Dr. DeVore has been cremated.
A visitation will be held from 10 to 11 a.m.,Tuesday, September 16, 2014 at St. Gregory Barbarigo Catholic Church in Maryville.
Mass of Christian Burial, 11 a.m., also at the church, followed by Inurnment at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Maryville.

ST. JOSEPH – Kent L. Clark, 63, died Friday, September 12, 2014 at his home.
He was born February 3, 1951 to George and Eunice (Bumbacher) Clark in Arkansas City, Kan.
Kent married Randi Johnson on October 21, 2002 in Las Vegas, Nev. She survives of the home.
He was a graduate of Lafayette High School and worked at Altec for ten years and managed many body shops.
Mr. Clark enjoyed gardening, cooking and NASCAR, though he most enjoyed making people smile.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, George Clark; twin brother, Keith Clark; and son, Matt Maretoli.
Additional Survivors: children, Holly Keling (Todd), Cale Clark, Amanda Maretoli and Tammy Flowers (Doug), all of St. Joseph; grandchildren, Tre Flowers, Tori Flowers, Ashleigh McClurg, Macy Keling, Matti Maretoli, Maximus Maretoli and Kenlee Maretoli; brother, Joe Clark (Pam), St. Joseph; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Celebration of Life: 7 p.m., Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory. Inurnment Whispering Pines Cremation Garden at St. Joseph Memorial Park at a later date. The family will receive friends 5 to 7 p.m., Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial donations to be sent to the grandchildren’s mission fund in c/o Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

CAMERON, Mo. – Steven A. Mallory, 90, died Thursday, September 11, 2014 at the Missouri Veterans Home in Cameron.
He was born February 6, 1924 to Ray and Sally (Groom) Mallory in DeKalb, Mo.
Steven proudly served in the United States Navy during World War II and the Korean Conflict. Steven saw action in the Pacific and went down on the USS O’Brien after being torpedoed by a Japanese Submarine. He worked for Quaker Oats for over forty years.
He went to a lot of the Navy and World War II reunions and kept up with his Quaker friends at their monthly coffee meetings at Betty’s Café.
Mr. Mallory was an avid hunter, fisherman, enjoyed traveling, horseback riding and square dancing. He also enjoyed board games, playing cards, jigsaw puzzles and gardening. Steven attended Brookdale Presbyterian Church.
He was preceded in death by three wives, Itrice, Mildred and Eva; his parents; two sisters, Margaret and Sarah; and one brother, Bob.
Survivors: children, Steven W. Mallory (Theresa), Scott Mallory, Wanda Vieth, Ellen Blackburn (Tom), Edward Anderson (Geneva), Larry Boeh (June) and Marsha Bumphrey; fourteen grandchildren; eighteen great-grandchildren; sister, Leatha; numerous nieces and nephews; step-daughters, Ellen Blackburn and Marsha Bumphrey; step-sons, Ed Anderson and Larry Boeh.
Services: 10 a.m., Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m., Sunday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

ST. JOSEPH – Wilford Elroy Searle, 62, passed away Thursday, September 11, 2014. He was born March 24, 1952 in Alva, Okla., son of Beulah and Darold Searle.
He worked at Everett Quarry’s as a Truck Driver. He was a Baptist.
Wilford was preceded in death by his parents; son, Ronald Ray Searle; two brothers, Dewayne Searle, and John Harding.
Survivors include, former wife, Patricia Hatfield of Saint Joseph; two sons, Brian and Seth; two daughters, Lorie Jean Smith, and Misty Searle; eight grandchildren; two brothers, Darold Searle Jr. and Lloyd Harding.
Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m., Tuesday, at the Rupp Chapel, Rev. Albert Shirley officiating.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m., Monday, at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Bethel Cemetery . Memorials are requested to the Wilford Searle Memorial fund in care of the Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

ST. JOSEPH – JoAnn Crockett, 86, passed away Thursday, September 11, 2014 at her home. She was born February 26, 1928 in St. Joseph, daughter of Charlotte and Willard Collier.
She graduated from Benton high school (1946) with honors, and Hillyard Technical, with Nursing Degree in 1972. She married Jerry Crockett her long time companion on June 6, 2014, and he survives of the home.
She worked for Doctor Crist for many years and also was a Psychiatric Nurse. She was active in ROTC and was an Honor Student, at Benton, and enjoyed tennis when she was young, she was very athletic, she also enjoyed painting, photography, crocheting, and loved her kitty’s Misty, Patches, and Scruffy. She was a member of King Hill Christian.
JoAnn was preceded in death by first husband, Harold R. Still; second husband, Raymond Charles; her parents; and her sister, Patricia Barker.
Survivors include, husband, Jerry D. Crockett of the home; three daughters, Janet (John) Wollenman of Gladstone, Mo., Cindy (Don) Roephler of Baldwin, N.D., and Rebecca White and her companion, Tommy Tucker of Springdale, Ark.; step sons, Michael Crockett, Boise, Idaho, Jeff (Val) Crockett, Redmond, Wash., Chris (Amy) Crockett, Boise, and Scott (Danielle) Crockett of St. Joseph; grandchildren, Rachel Rochier, Melissa Parker, Jenny Rush, Philip Parton, and Kate Christgen; ten great-grandchildren; her sister, Paulette (Ivan) Schrock of Hutchison, Kan.; brother-in-law, Gene Barker of St. Joseph.
Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m., on Monday, September 15, 2014 at Rupp Funeral Home, with Scott Jensen officiating, The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m., Sunday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Bethel Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the Meadowview Nursing Facility or Humane Society. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

ST. JOSEPH – Milton J. “BOOB” Day, 91, passed away peacefully Wednesday, September 10, 2014 at Heartland Regional Medical Center.
He was born July 20, 1923 to Ben and Rose (Carmen) Daynovsky. He married Grace Steinberg on December 25, 1949.
“BOOB” a name his brother gave him in his youth, proudly served in the Air Force during WWII. He flew 40 missions as a navigator and ball turret gunner in a B-24, and also received the Purple Heart.
He received a bachelor’s degree in education from the University of South Dakota and his masters from the University of Missouri. He started his teaching career in Agency and Faucett and in 1954 at St. Joseph Central, where he also helped coach basketball, football, and track. In 1968, he became the Director of Secondary Education for the St. Joseph School District and retired from that position in 1984. After his retirement he went on to work at Missouri Western State University, where he supervised student teachers.
BOOB was very active in sports, especially handball, bowling, basketball, and slow-pitch softball, which he played until he was 70.
Mr. Day was a member of the St, Joseph Lodge No. 78, A.F. & A.M., Scottish Rite; Moila and also former member of the Lions Club. He served as a board member of Temple B’Nai Sholem and former board member of The American Red Cross.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Isadore Day; sisters, Sarah Silverman, Ethel Rosenstein, and Ann Defrin.
Survivors: wife, Grace; children, Douglas Day, of Los Angeles, Calif., and Allison Day and her husband, James Feltman of Coconut Grove, Fla.; grandchildren, Rachel Day of New York, N.Y., Dr. Richard Feltman and wife, Nicole of New York, and Nicole Merrill of Palm Beach Gardens, Fla.; two great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Bernice Day; brother-in-law, Harry Steinberg; five nieces and one nephew, numerous great-nieces and great-nephews; and his caregiver Elizabeth Ballard.
Services: 2 p.m., Sunday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory. Interment B’Nai Yaakov Cemetery. The family will receive friends 7 to 8:30 p.m., Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. For those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to Temple B’Nai Sholem, American Red Cross or a charity of donor’s choice. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

ST. JOSEPH – Timothy Mark Stufflebean, 47, passed away Tuesday September 9, 2014.
He was born November 23, 1966 in St. Joseph and graduated from Benton High School where he was active with the Benton Golf Team, he then attended two years of Scottsdale Community college. He was a Salesman at St. Joseph Distributing and was an avid golfer and Chiefs season ticket holder.
Tim was preceded in death by his companion Susan Pierce-Means; paternal grandfather, Tom Stufflebean; and maternal grandparents, Carl and Frances Farris.
He is survived by his father, Tom Stufflebean of St. Joseph; mother, Debi (Kenneth) Sisk and husband of St. Joseph; sister, Cari (Rich) Shuster of St. Joseph; two nephews, Carson and Cy Shuster; paternal grandmother, Wanda Stufflebean of St. Joseph; several Aunts, Uncles and cousins; and many friends.
The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m, on Sunday with a memorial service to be held at 2 p.m., at Rupp Funeral Home. He will be cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home. Memorials are requested to the Frances L Farris Benton Scholarship fund. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

MARYVILLE, Mo. – Estle Dalbey, 96, passed away at Parkdale Manor, Maryville on Wednesday, September 10, 2014.
She was born July 10, 1918 in Conway, Iowa, the daughter of James Burl and Bertha Anna (Welton) Scroggie. A graduate of Conway Iowa High School, Estle married James M Humphrey on October 3, 1936. They divorced in the 1970’s. Estel later married George Dalbey, December 26, 1979, in Burlington Junction, Mo.
She was a member of the Rosanna Chapter #262 of the Order of the Eastern Star and the Hopkins Missouri Christian Church.
Estle had been the Office Manager for Buildings and Grounds at Northwest Missouri State University, Maryville, prior to her retirement.
Preceding her in death were: her parents, first husband James Humphrey (March 11, 1989), second husband George Dalbey (April 16, 1994), an infant sister, Jessie Scroggie, sister Ruby Glasmann and two brothers: Junior Dean Scroggie and Leonard Scroggie.
Survivors include her daughter Paula (Rich) Hallenberg, Maryville; step-children: John (Jessie) Dalbey, Hamilton, Montana; James Dalbey, Burlington Junction; David (Becky) Dalbey, Burlington Junction; Carol Bronson, Sawyer, Kansas; Marie Spire, Kansas City, Missouri; Linda (Greg) Parker, Maryville and Beth Dalbey, Des Moines, Iowa; two grand-children: Matthew (Tia) Hallenberg and Amy Hallenberg, all of Maryville; three great-grandchildren: Tucker, Cooper and Parker Hallenberg; fourteen step-grandchildren and many step-great-grandchildren. Visitation is 1-2pm Saturday, September 13, 2014 at Price Funeral Home. Funeral Services will follow at 2 pm with O.E.S. services by Rosanna Chapter #262. Burial in Oak Hill Cemetery, Maryville. Memorials may be made to Lifeline, c/o 1438 North Mulberry, Maryville, Missouri 64468. www.pricefuneralhomemaryville.com

SAVANNAH, Mo. -Charlotte Moran, 70, passed away Tuesday, September 9, 2014 at Heartland Regional Medical Center, surrounded by her family and friends.
Charlotte was born on November 20, 1943 in St. Joseph. Mrs. Moran worked as a secretary for the St. Joseph School District and formerly for New York Life Insurance Co. She was a member of the Catholic faith, she enjoyed flowers, gardening and spending time with her friends at Norty’s.
Charlotte was preceded in death by her father, Albert Pritchett and brother, Ken Milbourn.
Survivors include son, Mike Moran; grandson, Sean Moran; mother, Cela (Schuch) Milbourn; sister, Marilyn Wentworth and brother, Steve Milbourn.
Celebration of Life 1 to 5 p.m., Saturday at Norty’s. Mrs. Moran has been cremated under the direction of the Heaton-Bowman-Smith and Sidenfaden Chapel, where a register book will be available to sign.

DEL RAY BEACH, Fla. – Clyde Puett, Jr., 75, formerly of St. Joseph, died Monday, September 8, 2014 at Heartland Regional Medical Center.
He was born July 7, 1939 to Clyde and Goldie (Steinhauer) Puett in Falls City, Neb.
He married Janice Lee Corwin on April 2, 1960. She survives of the home.
Mr. Puett was a 1959 graduate of Central High School and attended St. Joseph Junior College. Clyde proudly served in the United States Army from 1958-1966.
He was a Master Plumber, Welder and Steamfitter for the Local #45 from 1959 until he retired in 1999. He was also a Past Master of the King Hill Lodge #376, A.F. & A.M., 32nd Degree Scottish Rite Mason, York Rite Bodies, Moila Shrine and Legion of Honor and a Past Member of Elks Lodge in Del Ray Beach, Florida.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and four brothers, William, Robert, Earl and Kenneth Puett.
Additional Survivors: son, Brian Puett (Chris), St. Joseph; daughters, Joni Stendebach (John), St. Joseph, and Deborah Brandt (Shawn), Des Moines, Iowa; four grandchildren, Adam Camp (Kristin), Zach and Jacob Brandt and Nicolas Puett; two great-grandchildren, Jackson and Evan Camp; numerous nieces and nephews; and one sister, Wanda Billington (Clair).
Memorial Services: 10 a.m., Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. The family will receive friends 5 to 7 p.m., Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory, where friends may call after 4 p.m., Wednesday. Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to the American Heart Association. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

ST. JOSEPH – Sherwood “Stan” Stanley Grossman, 69, passed away Tuesday September 9, 2014 at his home.
He was born February 22, 1945 in Roswell, N.M., son of Annabell and Sherwood Grossman. He graduated from high school and then served in the Navy during the Vietnam War.
He was an insurance investment-broker for Mutual of Omaha, he also worked for 12 years at 1st Street Graphics in sales and marketing. Stan’s passion was Barber Shop Quartet singing, he traveled through out the United States singing with his quartet, and won four district championship, he also sang with the Jewish community choir. He was a member of the Barbershop Quartet association since 1966.
Stan was preceded in death by his parents, and a son, Sean Grossman.
Survivors include his companion, Melody Moore of home; daughter, Jerusha K Dixon of Decatur, Ill.; step son, Damon (Gwynne) Fisher of Kansas City, Mo.; brothers, Maxjoe Grossman, and Michael Grossman; and a sister, Maryann Grossman; close friend and neighbor, Nellie Hatcher.
The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m., on Friday, and a Celebration of Stan’s life will be held at 2 p.m., Friday at Rupp Funeral Home. He will be cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home. Memorials are requested to the Stan Grossman memorial fund in care of the Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

MARYVILLE, Mo. – Wanda Wyatt Gray, 88, passed away Friday, September 5, 2014, at her home in Maryville.
Wanda was born March 6, 1926, in Barnard, Mo., to Nial and Alice Buie Wyatt.
She and Edward Robinson Gray were married June 1, 1946, in Maryville.
Wanda was a 1943 graduate of Maryville High School and also a graduate of Northwest Missouri State College. She worked as a secretary with her husband at Gray Insurance Agency of Maryville.
Wanda was a member of the Maryville First Christian Church and had recently celebrated her 50 year anniversary as a member of Chapter HT P.E.O.
Preceding her in death were her parents; her husband, Ed; and brother, Donald Wyatt.
Wanda is survived by her daughter, Gretchen Doran and husband Mark, Vermilion, Ohio; son, Edward Wyatt Gray and wife Nikki, San Diego, Calif.; five grandchildren, Ryan Doran and Danielle, Raveena, Ohio; Jeremy Doran and Lauren, Columbus Ohio; Robert Doran and Kristyn, Chesapeake, Virginia; Leah Gray, Nelson Gray and Casey, all of San Diego; brother, Gary Wyatt and wife Jean, St. Joseph;
sister, Darlene Wyatt Jackson, Maryville, Mo.; brother-in-law Ron Gray, Dana
Pointe, Calif.; and five great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m., Friday, September 26, 2014 at the First Christian Church in Maryville, with a Celebration of Life following at 11 a.m.
Inurnment will occur following the service at Oak Hill Cemetery, Maryville. Flowers are appreciated; however, due to the family living out of state, they request donations to the First Christian Church and the Maryville Public Library.
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ST. JOSEPH – Robert D (Bob) Newcom, 87, died Saturday, September 6, 2014.  He was born August 30, 1927 in East St. Louis, Ill., and was adopted by Clasky and Rosa Newcom at the age of 3 in Marissa, Ill.
Bob enlisted in the United States Navy and later the United States Air force where he received two honorable discharges. He was a WWII veteran and was proud to have served his country. He loved sharing stories with other veterans.
He married the love of his life Joyce J. (Haefner) Newcom on October 16, 1948 and spent 63 glorious years together. Joyce preceded him in death in 2011. Bob was a purchasing agent for Massman Construction Company and Traylor Brothers Construction Company, which required him to move around the country whenever a lock and dam or a bridge was completed. No matter where he moved his family, Bob and Joyce always made their house a home.
The biggest joys of Bob’s life were his children and grandchildren. He loved life and felt it was a gift. Bob, being adopted himself had a special place in his heart for children in need. He loved driving the children to the Shriner’s Hospital in St. Louis. Bob wanted every child to have a fighting chance because someone gave him a chance a very long time ago. He wanted to somehow give back what he had received. Bob also donated time to Camp Quality.
Bob was a Master Mason, member of the York Rite, Scottish Rite, Moila Shrine Temple, High Twelve, the Commandry, Order of Constantine, Royal Order of the Eastern Star, where he served as Worthy Patron and a member of Ashland United Methodist Church.
Bob won First Place in the state of Illinois playing the coronet. He enjoyed all sports, squirrel hunting, fishing and mushroom hunting. He also loved the stock market where he spent endless hours studying companies.
Survivors include daughters, Susan Newcom Campbell, St. Joseph, and Nancy Alsup (James) Plano, Texas; grandchildren, Sarah Elizabeth Campbell (fiancé, Benjamin Rops) St. Joseph, and Margaret Paig Alsup, Plano; and his little dog, Missy. Bob also leaves behind his best friends, Dick and Clara Albus of St. Joseph. There are also several nieces and nephews by marriage.
Special thanks to Country Squire, Helping Hands from the Heart, Hands of Hope Hospice and LaVerna Village. He loved each and every one of you.
Services: 1 p.m., Thursday at Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home and Crematory. Flowers are appreciated or donations can be made in his name to the Shriner’s Children’s Hospital. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

ST. JOSEPH – Mathew Smiley, 92, died Saturday, September 6, 2014 at his home.
He was born March 18, 1922 to Matthew and Mary (Dorsey) Smiley in McGee, Ark.
He married Willie Mae Davis on October 25, 1947. She preceded him in death on May 21, 2006.
He retired from Rockwell International. Mr. Smiley attended Mt. Union Baptist Church and was a founding member of the Club 500. He enjoyed raising hogs and was a man of very few words.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Willie Mae Smiley; two sisters; and one brother.
Survivors: Children, Robert F. Davis, Sr., John Henry Davis, Sr. (Doris) and Billie Williams; seven grandchildren; and numerous great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Services: 10 a.m., Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m., Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory, where friends may call after 5 p.m., Friday. The family requests contributions to be made to Ebenezer A.M.E Church. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

ST. JOSEPH – Ronald J. Prawitz, Sr., 77, passed away Saturday, September 6, 2014 at his home surrounded by family.
Ronald was born on November 27, 1936 in St. Joseph to Louis A. and Sylvia (Smith) Prawitz, Sr. Ronald attended Christian Brothers High School in St. Joseph. He worked as an Auto Body Technician for Prawitz-Bayer and later for DH Schmidt Carriage for over 47 years.
Ronald served in the Air National Guard for nine years. He was an active scout leader for Pack and Troop 47 and a member of Tribe of Mic-O-Say; Ronald was also a member of Knights of Columbus #5067, where he was past deputy grand knight, a member of St. Joseph General Assembly #569, a member of Cathedral of St. Joseph Catholic Church and was awarded the Bishop’s Recognition Medal for Volunteerism. Ronald enjoyed being with his family and wood working.
Ronald was preceded in death by his parents. He married Sue Schott in St. Joseph at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in 1962. She survives of the home.
Additional surviving family includes sons, Ronald J. Prawitz, Jr. (Melody), of St. Joseph; Tim (Jan) Prawitz, of Kansas City, Mo.; Steve (Christine) Prawitz, of St. Joseph; daughters, Judie (Kent) Townsend and Kathie (Mike) Stroud, both of St. Joseph; brother, Louis A. Prawitz, Jr., sisters Marilue Absher and Patricia Stock; grandchildren, Lindsay, Aaron, Joshua, Ashley, Rachael, Amanda, Courtney, Austin, Lauren, Brandon, Chelsea, Andrew and Allison; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m., Wednesday at Cathedral of St. Joseph Catholic Church. Interment Mount Olivet Cemetery.
Parish Rosary 6 p.m., Tuesday at Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel.
Visitation will begin after 9 a.m., Tuesday at our chapel, where the family will receive friends following the Rosary until 8:30 p.m., Tuesday evening.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to Cathedral of St. Joseph School, Food Pantry or Bishop-LeBlond High School.