Joplin Globe Newspaper Obituaries found Monday December 12, 2011

• Ruby Ingersoll

   Ruby Ingersoll, age 96, went home Saturday, Dec. 10, 2011. She passed away at 2:58 a.m., at St. John’s Regional Medical Center, Joplin, Mo.

  She was born Dec. 17, 1914, in Lowell, Kan. to Winifred and Dovie (Tolar) Adams. She was the last of 13 brothers and sisters. She was a lifelong resident of the Galena area.

  She married Melvin Ingersoll on March 30, 1960, in Galena, Kan. He passed away July 2, 1987. She was also preceded in death by her first husband, Robert Walkenshaw.

  She is survived by one son, Bill Walkenshaw and wife, Jane, Galena; three grandchildren, Steve and Diane Walkenshaw, Carl Junction, Mo., Sheila Huthsing, Joplin and Kim and Steve Selby, Joplin; six great-grandchildren, Ty and Erin Walkenshaw, Joplin, Craig Walkenshaw, Lawrence, Kan., Dan and Katie Bell, U S Marines, Brook and Ashley Bentley, Joplin and Stevi Selby, Joplin; and great-great-granddaughter, Abigael Ruby Walkenshaw.

  Ruby was a homemaker and mother. Her hobbies and past time were her family and church. She was always there for family and friends. She was a member of New Hope Assembly, Joplin.

  Funeral services will be at 2 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 14, at Derfelt Funeral Home, Galena. Pastor Bob Winnett will officiate. Burial will be in Pence Cemetery, rural Baxter Springs, Kan. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 13, at the funeral home. www.meaningfulfunerals.net/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=1335945&fh_id=11054 

• Ingersoll, Ruby Ethel Adams 81800584
  b. Dec. 17, 1914 d. Dec. 10, 2011
  
  Ingersoll, Melvin W 29500691
  b. May 31, 1914 d. Jul. 2, 1987
  Pence Cemetery
  Baxter Springs
  Cherokee County
  Kansas, USA

  December 12, 2011

• Janice P. G. Turner

  Janice Pauline Goddard (Campbell) Turner, 74, a Tupperware manager, passed away Saturday, Dec. 10, 2011.

  Services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Brenner Mortuary, Pittsburg, Kan. Burial will be in Fort Scott National Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 to 7 p.m. Monday at the Mortuary. www.morningsun.net/obituaries/x1270566893/Janice-Pauline-Goddard-Campbell-Turner 

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  Janice Pauline Goddard (Campbell) Turner

  The Morning Sun

  Posted Sunday, December 11, 2011 @ 01:20 AM

  
  WEIR — Janice Pauline Goddard (Campbell) Turner, 74, of Weir, KS, passed away at 10:45 a.m., Saturday, December 10, 2011, at Via Christi, Pittsburg.
  
  She was born March 11, 1937, at Hockerville, OK, to RuthAnn Stockstell and Paul Delbert Goddard of Ben Davis, MO. 
  
  She was raised from the age of four years by Marvin and Mable (Bunce) Lake of Hockerville, OK.
  
  On April 7, 1961, she was united in marriage to Charles Arthur Turner Sr. at Miami, OK.  He preceded her in death on July 2, 2011.
  
  Mrs. Turner worked as a Tupperware dealer/manager for ten years, seven years at Kretchmar Brands and seven years at Wal-Mart.
  
  In 1959, she moved to Weir, KS, from Baxter Springs, KS.
  
  Survivors include two daughters, Brenda Craddock of Girard, KS and Michele Turner of Pittsburg, KS; two sons, Donnal Turner and wife, Diana and Charles Turner Jr. and wife, Tonia both of Scammon, KS; one sister, Peggy Linder of Freeman, MO; Grandchildren, Dustee Harrison and husband, Scott, Janna Baker and husband, Darrell, Brandon Craddock and wife, Megan, Tera Turner, Shane Brodbeck and wife, Patricia, Cora Sillman, Lynsey Mcminn and husband, Dustin, Tommy Heskett, and Chara Heskett; Great Grandchildren, Jalen and Hartly Merrell, Kaden Harrison, Dylan and Devin Wisdom, Josey Baker, Chloe Riska, Brayden and Kineley Sillman, Alivia Brodbeck Dylan McMinn, April, Thomas, Breanna Craddock, Jai Brodbeck, best friend Marilyn Hamblin and lots and lots of nieces, nephews and tons of cousins.
  
  In addition to her husband, she is preceded in death by her parents and the parents that raised her that she dearly loved.
  
  A funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, December 13, 2011, at Brenner Mortuary, with Reverend Aaron Williams officiating. 
  
  Burial will be in the Fort Scott National Cemetery. 
  
  Casketbearers for the service will be; Brandon Craddock, Jalen Merrell, Dylan Wisdom, Rick Linder, Ron Linder, Scott Harrison and Darrell Baker.  Honorary casketbearers will be; Kaden Harrison, Devin Wisdom, Tommy Craddock, Shane Brodbeck, Tommy Heskett, Dylan McMinn and Brayden Sillman. 
  
  The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday, December 12, 2011, at the Brenner Mortuary, where friends may call after 3:00 p.m., to sign the register book. 
  
  The family will be gathering at the home of Brenda Craddock in Girard. 
  
  Friends may also leave condolences online at the following website:  www.brennermortuary.com.
  
  Arrangements are under the direction of the Brenner Mortuary, Pittsburg, KS.

  
  www.brennermortuary.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=1335894&fh_id=11441
  
   
  
  Turner, Janice Pauline Goddard 81794047
  b. Mar. 11, 1937 d. Dec. 10, 2011
  
  Turner, Charles Arthur "Chuck", Sr 72694550
  b. Nov. 3, 1936 d. Jul. 2, 2011
  Fort Scott National Cemet...
  Fort Scott
  Bourbon County
  Kansas, USA
  
  

  December 12, 2011

• Donna M. McColm

  Donna M. McColm, 90, passed away Saturday, Dec. 10, 2011.

  Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Konantz-Warden Funeral Home, Lamar, Mo. Burial will be in Liberal City Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

  December 12, 2011

Joplin Globe Newspaper Obituaries found Wednesday December 14, 2011

• Wayne Sizemore

  Wayne Eugene Sizemore, age 80, of Weir, Kan., passed away Dec. 12, 2011, at Via Christi Hospital in Pittsburg, Kan. Wayne was born Oct. 8, 1931, to the union of Theodore S. and Stella Mae (Ludlum) Sizemore.

  Wayne married Charlotte Pfetcher in Las Vegas, Nev., on Oct. 22, 1955. She preceded him in death Feb. 23, 1962. He later married Renate R. (Pikas) Jarvis in San Bernadino, Calif., on Aug. 14, 1988. She survives of the home. 

  Wayne was a pipefitter-welder for Louisiana Pacific and Wolf Creek Power Plant. He proudly served in the United States Navy, serving in the Korean War.  He was a member of the VFW, of Trona, Calif., and the Pipefitter-Welder’s Union Local 664, Frontenac, Kan. He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially mentoring with his grandsons.

   Wayne was preceded in death by his parents; and his first wife, Charlotte.

  He is survived by his wife, Renate; four sons, Douglas Wayne Sizemore, of Oklahoma City, Okla., Martin C. Sizemore, of Galena, Kan., James Kevin Sizemore, of Galena, and Dan Thompson Salisburg, Md.; two daughters, Stella A. Drenik, of Pittsburg, and Brenda Martin, of Galena; five stepchildren, Becky Ragonese, of Pittsburg, Gary Edwards, of Pittsburg, Gail Joslin, of Raytown, Mo., Steven Edwards, of Galena, and Paul Edwards, of Pittsburg; one brother, Nick Sizemore, of Ridgecrest, Calif.; and two sisters, Delores Hudson, of Ridgecrest, and Virginia Devena, of Hutchinson, Kan.; numerous grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. 

  Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 14, at Derfelt’s Baxter Chapel, Baxter Springs, Kan. Pastor Laura Grotheer will officiate. Burial will be at a later date. Friends and family may call on the family at Stella’s home, 212 West Adams Street, Pittsburg.

  Online condolences may be expressed at www.derfeltfuneralhomes.com - www.morningsun.net/obituaries/x771104903/Wayne-Eugene-Sizemore

• Wayne Eugene Sizemore

  The Morning Sun

  Posted Dec 12, 2011 @ 11:35 PM
  Tuesday, December 13, 2011
  

  
  PITTSBURG — Wayne Eugene Sizemore, age 80, of Weir, KS passed away December 12, 2011 at Via Christi Hospital in Pittsburg, Kansas.
  
  Wayne was born October 8, 1931 to the union of Theodore S. and Stella Mae (Ludlum) Sizemore.
  
  Wayne married Charlotte Pfetcher in Las Vegas, NV, on October 22, 1955, she preceded him in death February 23, 1962.
  
  He later married Renate R. (Pikas) Jarvis in San Bernadino, CA on August 14, 1988, she survives of the home.
  
  Wayne was a pipefitter-welder for Louisiana Pacific and Wolf Creek Power Plant. He proudly served in the United States Navy, serving in the Korean War.  He was a member of the VFW of Trona, CA, and the Pipefitter-Welder’s Union Local 664, Frontenac, KS.  He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially mentoring with his grandsons.
  
  Wayne was preceded in death by his parents and his first wife Charlotte. 
  
  He is survived by his wife Renate; four sons, Douglas Wayne Sizemore of Oklahoma City, OK, Martin C. Sizemore of Galena, KS, James Kevin Sizemore of Galena, KS, and Dan Thompson Salisburg, MD; Two daughters, Stella A. Drenik of Pittsburg, KS, and Brenda Martin of Galena, KS. Five step-children, Becky Ragonese of Pittsburg, KS, Gary Edwards of Pittsburg, KS, Gail Joslin of Raytown, MO, Steven Edwards of Galena, KS, and Paul Edwards of Pittsburg, KS; one brother, Nick Sizemore of Ridgecrest, CA; and two sisters, Delores Hudson of Ridgecrest, CA and Virginia Devena of Hutchinson, KS; numerous grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
  
  Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday December 14, 2011 at Derfelt’s Baxter Chapel, Baxter Springs, Kansas. Pastor Laura Grotheer will officiate.
  
  Burial will be at a later date.
  
  Friends and family may call on the family at Stella’s home; 212 W. Adams St. Pittsburg, KS.
  
  Online condolences may be expressed at www.derfeltfuneralhomes.com. - www.meaningfulfunerals.net/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=1337327&fh_id=11055

  
  Sizemore, Wayne Eugene 81888617
  b. Oct. 8, 1931 d. Dec. 12, 2011
  No cemetery
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  Sizemore, Charolette Louise Pfetcher 26221433
  b. Jun. 12, 1938 d. Feb. 23, 1962
  Lowell Cemetery
  Lowell
  Cherokee County
  Kansas, USA
  
  Sizemore, Theodore 27844025
  b. Jul. 5, 1894 d. Jul. 23, 1977
  
  Sizemore, Stella Mae 27844019
  b. Jun. 22, 1898 d. Jan. 17, 1988
  Oak Hill Cemetery
  Galena
  Cherokee County
  Kansas, USA 
  

  December 14, 2011

• J.D. Smith

  J.D. Smith, age 84, of Pierce City, Mo., died on Monday, Dec. 12, 2011, at Freeman Health System West in Joplin, Mo.

  Mr. Smith was born in Star City, Mo., on Thursday, June 9, 1927. He was the son of Thurman and Lou (Oaks) Smith.

  Mr. Smith was married to Kaye Kelly on Friday, June 22, 1956, in Monett, Mo. He was a member of the First Congregational Church in Pierce City, Decatur Lodge #400 in Pierce City and Abou Ben Adham Shrine Temple in Springfield, Mo.

  J.D. graduated from Cassville High School and received an undergraduate degree at SMS in Springfield. He went on to receive his master's degree from the University of Arkansas.

  J.D. was a well known superintendent in several Southwest Missouri schools. He served in Pierce City, Southwest R-5, Exeter, Marionville and after retiring, again served as superintendent back at Pierce City.

  Surviving are the following: his wife, Kaye, of the home; his daughter, Melissa Smith, of Pierce City; and one sister, Ruby Marbut, of Springdale, Ark.

  The family will receive friends at the Lakin Funeral Home in Pierce City, on Thursday, Dec. 15, 2011, from 7 t 8 p.m. Services will be at the Lakin Funeral Home on Friday, Dec. 16, 2011, beginning at 11 a.m. with Rev. Darren Helms and Rev. Bob Hubbard officiating. Burial will follow at Sparks Cemetery in Butterfield, Mo.

  Memorials may be made to the donor’s choice in memory of J.D Smith,

  Online condolences may be made to the family at www.lakinfuneralhome.com - www.lakinfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Jd-Smith/#/Obituary 

•  Smith, J D 81907972
  b. Jun. 9, 1927 d. Dec. 12, 2011 Sparks Cemetery
  Star City
  Barry County
  Missouri, USA

  December 14, 2011

• Douglas L. Cooper

  Douglas Leland Cooper, age 76, Joplin, passed away on Sunday, Dec. 4, 2011, at Freeman West Hospital.

  Doug was born Dec. 30, 1934, in Eldon, Mo., son of the late Virgil Cooper and Bernice Simons Cooper. He grew up on the North Shore of Lake of the Ozarks, and graduated from Washington High School in Kansas City, Kan. in 1953. He served in the United States Marine Corp during the Korean War, serving from July 13, 1953 until July 13, 1956, where he was honorably discharged with the rank of Buck Sergeant. He then earned a degree in accounting from Kansas State University in 1961. He worked as an accountant in several locations throughout the United States. Doug was a proud member of the ATA.

  In addition to his parents, Doug was preceded in death by a son, Stephen Cooper; and a brother, Dan Cooper.

  Survivors include his wife, Rhea Moore Cooper; children, Doug Cooper and wife, Judy, of Gardner, Kan., Stacy Cooper, of Colorado Springs, Colo., Mark Vlach, of Denver, Colo., Paul Vlach and wife, Wendy, also of Denver, and Anne Dean, of Joplin; grandchildren, Ryan Cooper and wife, Erin, Megan Hargesheimer and husband, Eric and Summer Dean; great-grandson, Cole Hargesheimer; brother, James Wade; and his beloved, Oreo.

  Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary. No formal services are planned at this time.

  The family request memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association or the Joplin Humane Society in the care of Parker Mortuary.

  Online condolences may be made at www.parkermortuary.com - www.parkermortuary.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=1333171&fh_id=10419 

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• Larry Purcell

  Larry D. Purcell, 66, of Missouri City, Texas, passed away on Nov. 18, 2011.

  Larry was born Feb. 1, 1945, in Cheyenne, Wyo., to Lawrence and Ruth Purcell. He spent his early years in Webb City, Mo., and graduated in 1963 from Alba High School, Alba, Mo.

  In 1965, he married Marilyn Sue Allen, of Joplin, Mo. They had one daughter, Nichole Purcell, born in 1972.

  Leawood, Mo., a suburb of Joplin, honored Larry by electing him mayor for two terms. The Purcell’s attended Byers Avenue Methodist Church in Joplin.

  Larry worked for Gulf Oil until 1982, when he accepted a position with the Coca Cola Bottling Company in Houston, Texas. Larry, Marilyn and Niki moved to Missouri City, which became their home for 29 years. Larry went on to work for Coca Cola Enterprises as risk manager for the Central Division of the United States until he retired in 2001, after 22 years of service.

  Larry coached his daughter’s softball teams for 11 years, taking the girls to State tournaments several times. His coaching began in Joplin and continued in Missouri City. He served as president of Sta-Mo Girls Soft-Ball League and on the Board of Directors.

  An active member of Southminster Presbyterian Church in Missouri City, Larry served as deacon, elder and Stephen Minister. He initiated and led the Alpha Program, was a Christ Care small group leader and served faithfully on many committees at the church. He also served as a substitute teacher at Southminster School. His dedicated service came from the conviction of his words, “you may be the only Bible people read today.”

  Larry’s literary career began after retirement. Inspired by his granddaughters, Danielle and Victoria Hertel, he wrote the “Lady Bug” series. He published three books entitled “Two Little Lady Bugs”, “Lady Bug Picnic” and “The Lady Bug and The Talking Stone”. A fourth book is in publication called “Lady Bugs are Siblings Too”. As well as his writing ability Larry was gifted and enjoyed drawing, painting and stain glass.

  He is survived by his wife, Marilyn, of 46 years; his daughter, Nichole Hertel; two granddaughters, Danni and Tori, of Missouri City; a brother and wife, Ron and Beverly Purcell, of Webb City; and many family members and faithful friends.

  A memorial service was held at Southminster Presbyterian Church on Nov. 26, to honor his life, his accomplishments and his faithfulness.

  Contributions in memory of Larry Purcell may be made to Southminster School, 4200 Cartwright Road, Missouri City, TX 77459.

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• Betty A. (Alice) Wilson

  Betty Alice Wilson, 70, of Norfolk, Neb., passed away Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2011, at St. Joseph’s Nursing Home in Norfolk.

  She was born Aug. 15, 1941, in Joplin, Mo., to Harry Ray and Sylvia (Jones) Jones. She attended Jefferson High School in Joplin, and received her GED.

  Betty married Leland (Lee) J. Wilson, on Feb. 10, 1966, at Joplin.

  She was a private home health caregiver and a CNA at Edgewood Vista in Norfolk.

  Survivors include her husband, Leland (Lee) Wilson, of Norfolk; two daughters, Leisa Wilson and Jack Scott, of Sioux City, Iowa, and Jennifer and husband, Rick Lytle, of Norfolk; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; five siblings, Jimmy Dean Jones, of Florida, Billie Francis French, Joanne McMullin, Evelyn Allen and Tommy Lee Jones, all of Joplin. She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Rebecca Clark; and sister, Norma Jean Sattler.

  A private memorial service was held Monday, Dec. 12, at Stonacek Funeral Chapel in Norfolk.

  Arrangements are under the direction of Stonacek Funeral Chapel, Norfolk. http://stonacekfuneralcha...2011/12/07/betty-wilson/ 

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  December 14, 2011

• Dawn Ellen Carter

  Dawn Ellen Carter, 43, of Denison, Texas, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2011, at the Medical Center in Plano, Texas, after an illness of 4 1/2 days.

  Dawn was born June 11, 1968, at Burlington, Kan., to Jimmie L. Carter and Carolyn A. (Southern) Carter Depue. She graduated from Fairland High School in 1986, and Pittsburg State University in 1991. She was employed by Tom Thumb Grocery in McKinney, Texas, as a meat cutter and was a student in the radiology program at Grayson County College. Dawn was a member of the Fairland Christian Church.

  She is survived by her father, Jimmie L. Carter, of Fredonia, Kan.; her mother, Carolyn (Southern) Depue, of Fairland; sister, Janet Laudett (Terry), of Glenpool, Okla.; and her brother, Ken Carter (Genna), of McKinney; and one nephew, Christopher Laudett. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Wallace and Anna Southern and Clyde and Inez Carter; and her stepfather, Jack Depue.

  Memorial services will be held on Saturday, Dec. 17, at 11 a.m. at the Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church, 28000 Locust Road, Webb City, Mo. Following the service, her remains will be placed in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery.

  The family request in lieu of flowers, memorial donations be made to either the Fairland Christian Church or the Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church. www.ariacremation.com

  December 14, 2011

• Marvin D. Hunter

  Marvin Danny Hunter, 68, owner of Hunter’s Road Service, passed away Monday, Dec. 12, 2011.

  Services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Housh-Goodwin Funeral Home, Sarcoxie. Burial will be in Van Buren Cemetery, Wentworth, Mo. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

  December 14, 2011

• Justin T. Berry

  Justin Tyler Berry, 24, passed away Monday, Dec. 12, 2011.

  Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Miami First Christian Church. Burial will be in Welch Cemetery, Welch, Okla. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of Paul Thomas Funeral Home, Miami.

  December 14, 2011

• Harold Storie

  D. Harold Storie, 88, a retired plumber, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2011.

  Services will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Parker Mortuary. Burial will be in Ozark Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 to 7 p.m. Thursday at the mortuary.

  December 14, 2011

• Myrtle R. McFarland

  Myrtle Rosella McFarland, 87, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2011.

  Graveside services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at Lone Elm Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Derfelt Funeral Home, Columbus.

  December 14, 2011

• Roger E. Keene

  Roger Earl Keene, 51, a tree surgeon, passed away Saturday, Dec. 10, 2011.

  Services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Grand Lake Funeral Home, Grove. Burial will be in Zena Cemetery, Zena, Okla. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

  December 14, 2011

• Cynthia L. Ayers

  Cynthia Louise Ayers, 53, a loan processor, passed away Friday, Dec. 9, 2011.

  Memorial services will be at 6:30 p.m. Monday at Flack Memorial Christian Union Church, Excelsior Springs. Visitation will be from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Monday at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of D.W. Newcomer’s Sons Stine and McClure Chapel, Kansas City, Mo.

  December 14, 2011

• Bertha L. Keeney

  Bertha L. Casselman Eads-Keeney, 71, a homemaker, passed away Sunday, Dec. 11, 2011.

  Services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Hornet Christian Church. Burial will be in Hornet Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 to 7 p.m. Thursday at Parker Mortuary, Joplin.

  December 14, 2011

• Betty A. Wilson

  Betty Alice Wilson, 70, formerly of Joplin, Mo., passed away Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2011. She was a CNA.

  Private memorial services were held at Stonacek Funeral Chapel, Norfolk.

  December 14, 2011

• Lois Bishop

  Lois Bishop, 64, a homemaker, passed away Monday, Dec. 12, 2011.

  Services will be at 1 p.m. Friday at First Baptist Church, Grove. Burial will be in Olympus Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Worley-Luginbuel Funeral Home, Grove.

  December 14, 2011

• Barbara Hinton

  Barbara Hinton, 73, a homemaker, passed away Monday, Dec. 12, 2011.

  Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Big Cabin Cemetery, Big Cabin, Okla. Arrangements are under the direction of Worley-Luginbuel Funeral Home, Grove.

  December 14, 2011

• Douglas L. Cooper

  Douglas Leland Cooper, 76, an accountant, passed away Sunday, Dec. 4, 2011.

  No services are planned. Arrangements are under the direction Parker Mortuary.

  December 14, 2011

• Charles D. Henry

  Charles Douglas “Charlie” Henry, 62, an over-the-road truck driver, passed away Monday, Dec. 12, 2011.

  Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Fohn Funeral Home, Cassville. Burial will be in King Cemetery, Washburn, Mo. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

  December 14, 2011

• Donald W. Handshy

  Donald Wayne Handshy, 81, a farmer, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2011.

  Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Derfelt Funeral Home, Columbus. Burial will be in Edgmond Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1 to 2 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.  www.meaningfulfunerals.net/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=1338115&fh_id=11793 

•   Donald Wayne Handshy
  (August 27, 1930 - December 13, 2011)

  Donald Wayne Handshy, 81, of Columbus, passed away December 13, 2011 at the Golden Living Center in Pittsburg, Kansas.

  Donald was born on August, 27, 1930 in Hallowell, Kansas. He was the son of Clair and Ruth “Draeger” Handshy. Donald was a member of the Columbus High School Class of 1949. He married Letha Mae Scott on April 27, 1949 in Huntsville, Arkansas, she preceded him in death on November 1, 2000. Donald had farmed and lived in the Columbus community his entire life. He enjoyed fishing, gardening and bible reading.

  He is survived by three sons, Vernon Wayne Handshy and wife LeeAnn, Michael Wayne Handshy and wife Patricia, and David Handshy; four daughters, Letha Elaine Handshy, Lilly Mae Reeves and husband Dan, Nellie Marie Handshy, and Patty Ann Hanford and husband Jason; four brothers, Bill Handshy, Bob Handshy, Bud Handshy and Stan Handshy; five sisters, Norma Hall, Dorothy Hale, Betty Engroff, Frieda Colbert and Becky Douherty; eight grandchildren and one great grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, two sons and one brother.

  Funeral services will be held Saturday, December 17, 2011 2:00 p.m. at the Derfelt Funeral Home, Columbus, Kansas with Elder Robert Brown officiating. Visitation will be held before the service at 1:00 p.m. Burial will follow in Edgmond Cemetery. Online condolences may be posted at www.derfeltfuneralhomes.com 

• Handshy, Donald Wayne "Wayne" 81916948
  b. Aug. 27, 1930 d. Dec. 13, 2011 Edgmand Cemetery
  Columbus
  Cherokee County
  Kansas, USA 

  December 14, 2011

• Larry D. Purcell

  Larry D. Purcell, 66, former of Joplin, Mo., passed away Friday, Nov. 18, 2011. He was a retired risk manager for Coca Cola Enterprises.

  Memorial services were Saturday, Nov. 26, at Southminister Presbyterian Church, Missouri City.

  December 14, 2011

• Dawn E. Carter

  Dawn Ellen Carter, 43, formerly of Fairland, Okla., passed away Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2011. She was a meat cutter.

  Memorial services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church, Webb City, Mo. Burial will be in Pleasant Hill Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Aria Cremation Service, Dallas, Texas. www.ariacremation.com

  December 14, 2011

• J.D. Smith

  J.D. Smith, 84, a school superintendent, passed away Monday, Dec. 12, 2011.

  Services will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Lakin Funeral Home, Pierce City. Burial will be in Sparks Cemetery. Visitation will be from 7 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

  December 14, 2011

• Robert M. Reed

  Robert Mathew Reed, 84, a carpenter, passed away Sunday, Dec. 11, 2011.

  No services are planned. Arrangements are under the direction of Ulmer Funeral Home, Carthage.

  December 14, 2011

• Daniel Lamp

  Daniel Lamp, 32, passed away Sunday, Dec. 11, 2011.

  No services are planned. Arrangements are under the direction of Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home, Monett, Mo.

  December 14, 2011

• William C. Krudwig

  Father William C. Krudwig, 75, passed away Monday, Dec. 12, 2011.

  Funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Peter’s the Apostle Catholic Church. Burial will be in Mount Hope Cemetery. Rosary will be at 7 p.m. Monday at the church with visitation to follow. Arrangements are under the direction of Thornhill-Dillon Mortuary.

  December 14, 2011

Joplin Globe Newspaper Obituaries found Friday December 16, 2011

•  Johnathan Paul Woodruff

  Johnathan Paul Woodruff, 21, of Joplin, passed away Sunday, Dec. 4, 2011, at his home.

  He was born Oct. 16, 1990, in Hemet, Calif., to Cherline Ferrel and Randy Woodruff. He graduated from Joplin High School and worked at Safeway, driving forklift. He had a passion for motorcycle and dirt bike racing.

  He is preceded in death by his grandfather, Donald Woodruff; and grandparents, Bruce and Donna Shropshire.

  Johnathan is survived by his father, Randy Woodruff, stepmother, Shirley Woodruff, brother, Jordan Woodruff and stepsister, Ashley Parker, all of Joplin; his mother, Cherline Ferrel, stepfather, Boyd Ferrel, sister, Jennifer Woodruff, step-brothers, Tyler Ferrel and Cody Ferrel, all of Hemet; along with two nieces and a nephew; several uncles, aunts, cousins and his grandmother, Joan Woodruff.

  Cremation services were provided by Parker Mortuary.

  Online condolences may be made at www.parkermortuary.com - www.parkermortuary.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=1338322&fh_id=10419 

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• Phillip DeNeve

  Phillip DeNeve, age 72, of Joplin, Mo., passed away Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2011, at his home following an illness.

  Phillip was born on Oct. 7, 1939, in Columbus, Kan., the son of the late Henry and Arlene (Kelly) DeNeve. He was a long time resident of Parsons, Kan., where he worked as a banker for Commercial Bank of Parsons, he retired in 1994. After retiring Phillip moved to Joplin. He was in the Army National Guard and attended St. Paul’s United Methodist Church.

  Survivors include his wife, Carla (DeNeve) Diediker, of the home; one son, Phil Henry DeNeve, of Olathe, Kan.; one daughter, Mitzi DeNeve Kenton and her husband, Rick, also of Olathe; two sisters, Sandy Jones, of Independence, Kan., and Jobayne Restivo, of Pittsburg, Kan.; and three grandchildren, Katie Kenton, Donnie DeNeve and Racheal DeNeve.

  Phillip has been taken for cremation, per his request, with no formal services scheduled.

  Online condolences may be made at www.masonwoodard.com - www.masonwoodard.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=1340332&fh_id=10713 - www.morningsun.net/obituaries/x1761817337/Phillip-DeNeve 

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  DeNeve, Phillip 82030639
  b. Oct. 7, 1939 d. Dec. 14, 2011
  No cemetery
  Click name for details
  
  DeNeve, Henry 24820908
  b. Sep. 1, 1908 d. Jan. 3, 1994
  
  DeNeve, Arlene Kelly 24820899
  b. Aug. 3, 1908 d. Nov. 13, 1991
  Hosey Hill Cemetery
  Weir
  Cherokee County
  Kansas, USA
  
  

  December 16, 2011 1 Photo

• Edward G. Kreissler

  Edward Gustav Kreissler, 85, a retired carpenter, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2011.

  Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Eckhoff-Hill Funeral Home, Apple ton City, Mo. Burial will be in Apple ton City Cemetery. Visitation will be from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. www.hillandson.net/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=1339932&fh_id=10408 - www.carthagepress.com/obituaries/x795107398/Edward-Gustav-Kreissler

• Edward G. Kreissler
  (April 19, 1926 - December 14, 2011)  Services are under the direction and personal care of Knell Mortuary, Carthage, MO.

  Online condolences may be expressed through www.knellmortuary.com  

  VISITAION will be held from 12:30 – 1:30 P.M., Saturday, December 17, at the Hill & Son Funeral Home, Apple ton City, MO

  FUNERAL SERVICE will follow at 2:00 P.M. at Hill & Son

  INTERMENT will be in the Apple ton City Cemetery

  The MINISTER will be Ronnie Backs, St. Andrews Lutheran Church, Stockton, MO

  MEMORIAL gifts are suggested to the Immanuel Lutheran Church, Lockwood, MO in care of Knell Mortuary, 308 W. Chestnut, Carthage, MO, 64836.

  December 15, 2011 Edward Gustav Kreissler, 85, Joplin, passed away Wednesday, December 14, 2011 at the National Healthcare Center, Joplin. Edward G. Kreissler was born April 19, 1926 in Apple ton City, MO, the son of Gustav Ludwig Kreissler and Dora (Eckhoff) Kreissler.

  He attended school in the Apple ton School District before entering the U.S. Air Force. He was a farmer and skilled carpenter for most of his life. He was a Lutheran by faith. Survivors include four daughters; Wanda (Allen) Jones, Lockwood, MO, Paula Kreissler, Savannah, Georgia, Toni Kreissler, Golden City, MO and Jackie (Charles) Carrier, Lockwood, MO; three sons, Wayne (Dixie) Kreissler, Golden City, MO, Timothy (Lorraine) Kreissler, Germantown, New York and Jonathan (Patricia) Kreissler, Golden City, MO; three sisters, Iola Rapp, Apple ton City, MO, Deloris Fuelling, Grandview, MO and Elsie Williams, Ogden, Utah; two brothers, Harold (Mary Ann) Kreissler, Apple ton City, MO and John (Barbara) Kreissler, Girard, Kansas; eight grandchildren, Kimberly (Adam) Stueve, Perryville, MO, Bradley Jones, Helena, MO, Leslie (Ryan) Brunner, Souix Center, Iowa, Reuben (Rayna) Kreissler, Webb City, MO, Seth Kreissler, Lafayette, Indiana, William (Melanie) Carrier, Nevada, MO, Isaac Carrier, Lockwood, MO and Toni Marie Carrier, Lockwood, MO; seven great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Eldor Kreissler.

  December 16, 2011

• Phillip DeNeve

  Phillip DeNeve, 72, a retired banker, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2011.

  No services are planned. Arrangements are under the direction of Mason-Woodard Mortuary.

  December 16, 2011

• Inez Jennings

  Inez Jennings, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2011.

  Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Ozark Funeral Home, Goodman. Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home. www.ozarkfuneralhome.com/sitemaker/sites/ozarkf0/obit.cgi?user=535759Jennings 

•   Mrs. Inez Jennings, 90 of Goodman, Missouri departed this life on Wednesday, December 14, 2011 at her residence surrounded by her loving family.
  
  Inez was born on August 20, 1921 in Mingo, Kansas to the late Otto and Alice Hale. After marrying Dick Jennings she moved to McDonald County. Throughout her life she was a devoted homemaker to her husband and family. She enjoyed flowers and gardening and loved having children in the house.
  
  She was preceded in death by her husband, two brothers; Oscar Hale and Alvin Hale, two sisters; Edna Spencer and Hazel Nut, one son Buddy Jennings, as well as five grandchildren.
  
  Inez is survived by close friend and caretaker; Crow Yarrington. One son; William Jennings, four daughters; Eva Wiant, Jane Stayton, Eunice Holland and Sally Hilker, Brothers; Riley Hale Wilie Hale and Albert Hale and sisters Rosie Wells and Alice Marie Blankenship. Numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren as well as a host of other family and friends.
  
  Funeral services for Mrs. Jennings are 11:00 a.m. Saturday, December 17, 2011 at the Ozark Funeral Home in Goodman, Missouri with Brother Bryan Cook officiating. The family will receive friends from 10:00 a.m. until service time in the funeral home.

  December 16, 2011

• Ronald Jones

  Ronald Jones, 57, a clerk typist for the United States Air Force, passed away Monday, Dec. 12, 2011.

  Graveside services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Missouri Veterans Cemetery, Springfield, Mo. Arrangements are under the direction of Fohn Funeral Home, Cassville, Mo. www.fohnfuneralhome.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=1337560&fh_id=10698 

• Ronald Jones
  (May 8, 1954 - December 12, 2011)

  December 16, 2011

• John A. Williams

  John Arthur Williams, 67, a retired educator, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2011.

  Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at United Methodist Church, Clinton. Burial will be in Montrose Cemetery, Montrose, Mo. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at Consalus Funeral Home, Clinton.

  December 16, 2011

• Carrie A. Borghardt

  Carrie A. Borghardt, 91, a postal clerk, passed away Thursday, Dec. 15, 2011.

  Arrangements are under the direction of Midland Cremation Society, Joplin. www.midlandcremation.com/borghardtcarrie 

  December 16, 2011

• Johnathan P. Woodruff

  Johnathan Paul Woodruff, 21, a forklift driver for Safeway, passed away Sunday, Dec. 4, 2011. Arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary.

  December 16, 2011

• Kenneth L. George

  Kenneth L. George, 68, a retired Bartlett Coop employee, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2011.

  Graveside services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Oak Hill Cemetery, Chetopa, Kan. Arrangements are under the direction of Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home, Parsons, Kan. www.forbeshoffman.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=1339583&fh_id=10680 

• Kenneth L. George
  (April 19, 1943 - December 14, 2011) 

  Kenneth L. George, 68, of Oswego, Kansas, died at 8:07 p.m., Wednesday, December 14, 2011 at Freeman West Hospital in Joplin, Missouri, following a lengthy illness.

  He was born April 19, 1943, in Chetopa, Kansas, to Lelin and Lorene (Reed) George. As a young boy, he grew up in Southeast Kansas and was a 1961 graduate of Labette County Community High School in Altamont.

  From 1961 to 1977, he served in the United States Army. While serving his country, he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Good Conduct Medal, and was recognized as an expert marksman. Upon his honorable discharge, he returned to the family farm. He most recently had worked as a laborer at Bartlett Coop until retiring in 2003.

  He was a member of West Mineral Eagles Aerie 918. He enjoyed fishing and spending time outdoors.

  Survivors include: One Son – Lelin Haskell George Conway Springs, KS Two Brothers – Glen George Oswego, KS Allan George Oswego, KS Three Grandchildren

  He was preceded in death by one brother, Virgil George.

  Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, December 17, 2011, at Oak Hill Cemetery in Chetopa.

  Memorials are suggested to West Mineral Eagles Aerie 918. These may be left at or mailed to Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home, P.O. Box 374, Parsons, KS 67357.

  Online condolences may be left at www.forbeshoffman.com.

  December 16, 2011

• Roy K. Lacen

  Roy Kenneth Lacen, 86, a farmer, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2011.

  Services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Center Christian Church. Burial will be in Greenlawn Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Derfelt Funeral Home, Columbus. www.meaningfulfunerals.net/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=1339593&fh_id=11793 
  

  Roy Lacen
  (February 6, 1925 - December 14, 2011)
  
  Roy Kenneth Lacen, 86, of Columbus, Kansas passed away December 14, 2011 at Autumn Place in Columbus, Kansas.

  Roy was born on February 6, 1925 in rural Baxter Springs, Kansas. He was the son of John and Elsa “Bower” Lacen.
  
  Roy spent ten years in Colorado before moving back to the Columbus community.
  
  He married Ida Mae Amos on March 10, 1948 in Miami, Oklahoma she preceded him in death on November 10, 1999.
  
  Roy worked as a welder working for Spencer Chemical, Galena, Kansas, Ore Reclamation in Picher, Oklahoma, Kodak Company in Colorado and he also farmed.
  
  He was a lifetime member of the Center Christian Church and the American Legion Baxter Springs, Kansas.

  Survivors include four sons, Russell Lacen and wife Kathy of Ada, Oklahoma, Ronald Lacen and wife Amy of Hebron, Nebraska, Dennis Lacen and wife Cathy of Ft. Lupton, Colorado, and Garry Lacen and wife Susan of Dixon, Wyoming; one brother George Lacen of Baxter Springs, Kansas; one sister Erma Kent of Baxter Springs, Kansas; seven grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren.
  
  He was preceded in death by his parents and wife.

  Funeral services will be held Monday, December 19, 2011, 2:00 p.m. at the Center Christian Church with Pastor Tom Goettel officiating. Burial will follow in Greenlawn cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Center Christian Church.
  
  Online condolences may be posted at www.derfeltfuneralhomes.com.
  
  Arrangements are under the direction of Derfelt Funeral Home, Columbus, Kansas. 
  
  Lacen, Roy Kenneth 82010507
  b. Feb. 6, 1925 d. Dec. 14, 2011
  
  Lacen, Ida Mae Amos 9371545
  b. Jun. 15, 1921 d. Nov. 10, 1999
  
  Lacen, John W 25701164
  b. Oct. 25, 1898 d. Sep. 12, 1969
  
  Lacen, Elsa E Bowen 25701131
  b. Dec. 23, 1898 d. Aug. 7, 1980
  Greenlawn Cemetery
  Columbus
  Cherokee County
  Kansas, USA
  

  December 16, 2011
  Maude Woods

  Maude Woods, 91, a homemaker, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2011.

  Services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Fohn Funeral Home, Cassville. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery, Cassville. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. www.fohnfuneralhome.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=1338877&fh_id=10698 

•   Maude Woods
  (May 6, 1920 - December 14, 2011)

  Maude “Laney” Woods, age 91, of Cassville, Missouri, entered her heavenly home on Wednesday, December 14, 2011.

  She was born May 6, 1920, in Ridgley, Missouri, the daughter of John and Myrtle (Powell) Laney, one of nine children. On August 2, 1939, she was united in marriage to the love of her life, James Woods, who preceded her in death on November 22, 2008. They were married 69 wonderful years.

  She is survived by two daughters, Sue Hill and her husband, Ron of Lee’s Summit, Missouri and Shirley Sermon and her husband, Bob of West Plains, Missouri; four grandchildren, Regina Hill of St. Charles, Missouri, Randy Brown of Orlando, Florida, Bob Sermon of Independence, Kansas and Paula Long of Theodosia, Missouri; three great grandchildren, Kathryn, Brandon and Nikkole.

  Maude is also survived by her baby sister, Helen Berning and her husband, John of Exeter, Missouri and a brother-in-law, Frank Woods and his wife, Carolyn of Kalispell, Montana, her niece, Jackie Holt and her husband, Ron of Urbana, Missouri and many great nieces and nephews, as well as family and friends.

  She was preceded in death by her parents, five brothers; two sisters; a daughter, Wilma and her husband, Gary and a grandson, Billy.

  Maude was employed with companies and finished her working career with her husband, James in the Shelter Insurance Agency.

  She was a fifty year member of the American Legion Auxiliary. She was a life long member of the First Baptist Church after accepting Jesus as her personal Lord and Savior at an early age. Maude wrote long detailed letters to her family about everyday life on the farm, which she loved.

  She has been described as a “very special lady”.

  Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Saturday, December 17, 2011, in Fohn Funeral Home, Cassville. Reverend James Weaver and Reverend John Duncan will conduct the services. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery, Cassville.

  The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M. Friday, in Fohn Funeral Home, Cassville.

  In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Ozarks Honor Flight in memory of Maude.

  FOHN FUNERAL HOME Cassville, Missouri 417-847-2141

  December 15, 2011

Joplin Globe Newspaper Obituaries found Sunday December 18, 2011

• Leonard Myers

  The family of Leonard Myers

  Words fail me to express the gratitude my family feels for all of the love, prayers, visits, meals, flowers, donations and support during this difficult time in our lives. Your shared memories continue to inspire us. derfeltfuneralhomes.com - www.meaningfulfunerals.net/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=1330048&fh_id=11055 

•  -----    Myers, Leonard L 81538708
  b. May 31, 1953 d. Dec. 3, 2011 No cemetery
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• December 18, 2011

• Rev. William C. Krudwig

  Rev. William C. Krudwig departed from this life on Monday, Dec. 12, 2011, at his home just north of Joplin, Mo., following an extended illness and valiant struggle with an aggressive cancer. He was 75 years old.

  He was born Dec. 29, 1935, in Lebanon, Mo., and was the son of Anna Adaline Krudwig-Russell and Paul Walser Krudwig.

  Father Bill was ordained a priest of the Roman Catholic Church for the Diocese of Kansas City, on Sunday March 19, 1961, later to become the Springfield-Cape Girardeau Diocese. He received his Masters in Theology from Kenrick Seminary in St. Louis in January 1961. His first assignment was at St. Mary’s Parish in Joplin, followed by assignments at St. Mary’s in Cape Girardeau, Mo., Immaculate Conception in Springfield, Mo., St. Elizabeth’s in Eldorado Springs, Mo., St Peters in Stockton, Mo., St. Catherine’s in Humansville, Mo., St. Peter’s in Joplin, twice, and concluded his ministry back at St. Elizabeth’s in Eldorado Springs. He retired in 2006, to a home near Joplin he shared with his close friends and adoptive family of over half a century.

  Father Bill was preceded in death by his parents; mother, Anna Krudwig-Russell; father Paul Krudwig; stepfather, Dougal Russell; great-niece, Liberty Anna Krudwig, of Springfield, Mo.; nephew, John Krudwig, of Canton, Conn.; and his house keeper for almost 40 years, Mary Hennessy.

  He is survived by his two brothers, John (Jack) Krudwig, of Canton, and Lawrence (Larry) Krudwig and his wife, Helen, of Nixa, Mo.; his adopted brother and sister, Jim Gilbreth and wife, Patricia, of the home; an aunt, Ruth Turner, of Springfield; Jack’s children, Michael, of Canton, and his wife and two children, John and wife and two children, Kevin and his wife, of Brooklyn, N.Y., and Laura Annonson and her husband and children, of Burlington, Conn.; Larry’s five children, Paula Krudwig, of Lenexa, Kan., David Krudwig and his wife and two daughters, of Ozark, Mo., Aaron Krudwig and his wife and son, of Escondido, Calif., Silvia Hole and her husband and two children, of Lenexa, Eliu Perez and his wife and three children, of Miami, Fla.; Jim and Patricia’s children, Patrick and his wife, Angela and four children, of Nixa, Sara Gilbreth Scott and husband, Jeff and two children, of Overland Park, Kan., Peter Gilbreth and two children, of Joplin, and John Gilbreth, of Columbia, Mo.

  Father Bill was one very active and involved priest in his ministry and in public and civil affairs.

  Growing up in a family with a history in the construction business, he learned many trade skills that would help him in later life and in his ministry. On breaks from his seminary studies, he worked on the construction of the current Catholic church in Lebanon, and later applied those same skills to the refurbishment of St. Peters in Joplin, and the construction of two new churches in Eldorado Springs and Stockton. Along with his great-great-grandfather, great-grandfather, grandfather, father and uncle, Father Bill and his family have been responsible for the construction of 24 churches in the Ozarks to include all three of the churches ever built in Lebanon. Of those 24 churches, Father Bill has been the pastor of four.

  Early on in his ministry, he made significant improvements in emergency communications for the city of Joplin and Jasper County. He was the president and director of the West Central Missouri Rural Development Corporation, Lakes Area Interfaith Coordinator For Displaced Persons, Committee Chairman for Recruitment of New Doctors that harvested three new doctors for the area, first Catholic priest to serve as State Chaplin of the Missouri Jaycees, president of Eldorado Springs Rotary and Jaycees, board member Catholic Conference for Social Concerns, president of Community Housing Development and Allied Services and Management for Senior Citizens and Low Income Housing, in 1978 one of only five directors of rural development corporations to be invited to the White House conference, given personal recognition for his community service efforts by Vice President Walter Mondale and Senator Thomas Eagleton, and named to Outstanding Young Men Of America but to name only a few.

  In his ministerial life, Father Bill offered over 250,000 masses, married over 600 couples, presided over 1,200 funerals, offered the sacrament of reconciliation to over 26,000 people and baptized over 1,200 children and adults.

  During his life of service to God and community, Father Bill planted many of the proverbial “mustard seeds” that have grown into a “forest” of good works. On the occasion of Father Bill’s retirement, a civic leader said it best: “People like him always leave a little bit of themselves behind. Long after he is gone, there will be a whole lot more of Bill Krudwig left behind than any of us realize.”

  A Mass of Christian Burial is scheduled for 10 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 20, at the St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church with Bishop James Johnson and Rev. J. Friedel officiating. Burial will follow in the Mount Hope Cemetery. Rosary will be held at 7 p.m. Monday at the church with visitation to follow.

  Memorial contributions may are being directed to St. Peter’s Catholic Schools care of the mortuary.

  Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.thornhilldillon.com care of the mortuary. www.thornhill-dillon.com/sitemaker/sites/thornh0/obit.cgi?user=535114Krudwig 

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  December 18, 2011 1 Photo

• Gary Ray Palmer

  Gary Ray Palmer, age 65, Joplin, passed away at 8:36 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 15, 2011, at his home after a sudden illness.

  Gary was born Feb. 26, 1946, in Tulsa, Okla. to the late Lowell Palmer and Erma J. Dudley Palmer. He had lived in Joplin the past four years moving from California.

  Gary worked as a zoo trainer for several years, most notably at the San Diego Zoo.

  He was a veteran of the United States Army and served during the Vietnam War, attaining the rank of Sergeant. He served with the 1st Infantry Division and the 2nd Battalion 2nd Infantry. He was awarded the Purple Heart.

  Gary is survived by a son, Tracy R. Dalton, Webb City, Mo.; two sisters, Paula Nichols, Carthage, Mo., Jan Palmer, Joplin, Mo.; and two grandchildren, Devin and Dale.

  Gary has been taken for cremation. A memorial visitation is planned for Wednesday at 1 p.m. at Parker Mortuary.

  Online condolences may be made at www.parkermortuary.com 

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  December 18, 2011 1 Photo

• Leah Ruth Black

  Leah Ruth Black, 89, of Columbus, Kan. passed away at 7:45 p.m., Dec. 16, 2011 at the Medicalodge, Columbus.

  She was born April 9, 1922, in Weir, Kan. the daughter of William and Leah (Baum) Fudge.

  On Feb. 25, 1944, she was united in marriage to Robert N. Black in Girard, Kan; he survives her of the home.

  Leah was a homemaker and a member of the First Christian Church in Columbus.

  Additional survivors include a son, Robert Stanton “Stan” Black and wife, Marilyn, of Estes Park, Colo.; a daughter, Billie M. Diehl and husband, J.C., of Olathe, Kan.; along with three grandchildren, Katy Diehl Hill and husband, Casey, of Murrieta, Calif., Sarah Black of San Diego, Calif, Kristi Diehl of Olathe, Kan.; and two great-grandchildren, Brady and Peighton Hill. She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Dale Fudge; and a sister Helen Lapping.

  Graveside services will be 2 p.m., Monday, Dec. 19, in Park Cemetery with Rev. Dennis Johnson officiating.  Burial will follow.  Family will receive friends at the Bath-Naylor Funeral Home in Columbus beginning at 1 p.m., until the procession leaves for the cemetery. 

  Memorials may be made to the Medicalodge of Columbus; these may be left at or mailed to the funeral home. 

  Services by Bath-Naylor Funeral Home in Columbus 611 Sout East Avenue, Columbus, KS  66725

  Condolences may be left at www.bathnaylor.com - www.morningsun.net/obituaries/x2019335570/Leah-Ruth-Black 

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  Black, Leah Ruth Fudge 82102659
  b. Apr. 9, 1922 d. Dec. 16, 2011
  Park Cemetery
  Columbus
  Cherokee County
  Kansas, USA

  December 18, 2011 1 Photo

• Clint F. Edwards

  Clint F. Edwards, age 91, of Alba, Mo. passed away at his home Friday, Dec. 16, 2011, following an illness.

  Clint was born on Nov. 21, 1920, in Jasper, Mo. the son of the late Lewis H. and Goldie (Phipps) Edwards.

  He served as part of the U.S. Coast Guard during World War II. Following his service, Clint became an electrician for Crown-Zellerbach retiring in 1977.

  He moved back to the area from Myrtle Creek, Ore. in 2003 where Clint attended Purcell Baptist Church.

  He married Betty Jean Wright on Dec. 31, 1942 in Carthage, Mo., she preceded Clint in death in 2005.

  Clint was also preceded in death by five brothers and one sister.

  He is survived by two brothers, David Edwards of Purcell, Mo. and Melvin Edwards of Quapaw, Okla.

  Clint is to be cremated with the family to holding services at a later date.

  Arrangements have been entrusted to Mason-Woodard Mortuary & Chapel.

  Online condolences may be made at www.masonwoodard.com - www.masonwoodard.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=1342035&fh_id=10713 

  December 18, 2011

• Neomi Colleen Peck

  Neomi (Sis) Colleen Peck, of Commerce, Okla. went to be with the Lord, Dec. 16, 2011, after a lengthy illness. She was 81 years young.

  Services will be held at 1 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 20, at the First Christian Church (Chapel), Miami, Okla. Interment in G.A.R. Cemetery, Miami. There will be a visitation for family and friends from 6 to 8 p.m., Monday, Dec. 19, 1 at the First Christian Church (Chapel), Miami.

  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, in care of Thomas Funeral Home, Post Office Box 231, Welch, OK 74369.

  Services under the direction of Jim Thomas, Thomas Funeral Home, Welch.

  December 18, 2011

• Susan I. Schimmel

  Susan I. Schimmel, 62, an x-ray technician, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2011.

  Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday in Garden of Memories Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Bath-Naylor Funeral Home, Pittsburg. www.morningsun.net/obituaries/x2127210759/Susan-I-Schimmel 

• Susan I. Schimmel

  The Morning Sun

  Posted Dec 17, 2011 @ 11:49 PM
  Sunday, December 2011
   

  PITTSBURG — Susan I. Schimmel, 62 of Pittsburg died at 2:25 p.m. Wednesday December 7, 2011 at her home following a lengthy illness.
  
  She was born August 11, 1949 in Camp Lejeune, NC the daughter of Lester L. and Irene P. (Cook) Schimmel.
  
  Susan worked as an X-Ray Technician, worked for Pittsburg State University Janitorial Services and was a home care provider.
  
  Survivors include a sister Leslie Lamb and husband Dan of Pittsburg, a brother Dr. John Schimmel and wife Anita of Colorado Springs, CO; nephews Ian Schimmel and wife Katie, Sean Schimmel, Brian Lamb and a great-niece Kamryn Schimmel.
  
  She was preceded in death by her parents.
  
  According to her wishes Susan has been taken for cremation. 
  
  Memorial Graveside services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday December 20, 2011 at the Garden of Memories Cemetery. 
  
  Condolences can be sent to www.bathnaylor.com
  
  Memorial contributions can be made to the Southeast Kansas Humane Society.  Memorials may be brought by or mailed to the Bath-Naylor Funeral Home 522 S. Broadway Pittsburg, KS 66762. www.bathnaylor.com/schimmelsusan 

  
  Schimmel, Susan I 82103252
  b. Aug. 11, 1949 d. Dec. 7, 2011
   Garden of Memories Cemete...
  Pittsburg
  Crawford County
  Kansas, USA
  

  December 18, 2011

• Gary R. Palmer

  Gary Ray Palmer, 65, a zoo trainer, passed away Thursday, Dec. 15, 2011.

  A memorial visitation will be at 1p.m. Wednesday at Parker Mortuary, Joplin

  December 18, 2011

• Neomi C. Peck

  Neomi Colleen “Sis” Peck, 81, passed away Friday, Dec. 16, 2011.

  Services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at First Christian Church, Miami, Okla. Burial will be in G.A.R. Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of Thomas Funeral Home, Welch, Okla.

  December 18, 2011

• Clint F. Edwards

  Clint F. Edwards, 91, an electrician, passed away Friday, Dec. 16, 2011.

  Services planned for a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Mason-Woodard Mortuary, Joplin.

  December 18, 2011

• Genevieve L. Wilson

  Genevieve L. “Pat” Wilson, 71, a retired Ace Forms employee, passed away Friday, Dec. 16, 2011.

  Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Bath-Naylor Funeral Home, Columbus. Burial will be in Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 to 7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. 

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  Genevieve L. 'Pat' Wilson
  The Morning Sun

  Posted Dec 17, 2011 @ 11:51 PM
  Sunday, December 2011
  

  
  COLUMBUS — Genevieve L. “Pat” Wilson, 71 of Columbus, died at 2 pm, December 16, 2011 at the Quaker Hill Manor in Lowell, KS.
  
  She was born May 11, 1940 in Weir, KS the daughter of John William and Tabitha E. (Wallace) Aubert.
  
  On August 8, 1959 she was united in marriage to Bobby Joe Wilson in Columbus, KS; he preceded her in death on January 31, 2011.
  
  Pat worked at Ace Forms until she retired, prior to she worked at Chimes, Inc in Oswego and Big Smith In Columbus until both of them closed.
  
  She was a lifetime area resident.
  
  Survivors include a daughter Trisha and husband Grant Snider of Neosho, MO, seven brothers and sisters: Debbie and husband James Pope of Chicopee, KS, Tom and wife Mayme Wallace of Booneville, MO, Louana Anderson and Shelly Stevens both of Vinita, OK, John and wife Debbie of Williamsburg, KS, Christy and husband Ed Weir of Oswego, KS and Virginia Barkdoll of Tribune, KS; four grandchildren: Andy Snider, Aaron Snider and wife Rebecca, Ashley Humphries and husband Johnny and Eden Snider all of Neosho and five great grandchildren: Keaton Snider, Sydnee Humphries, Kayleigh Snider, Donavon Snider and Jaykin Snider.
  
  She was preceded in death by her Parents, husband and a brother Bud Aubert.
  
  Funeral services will be 2 pm, Tuesday, December 20, 2011 at the Bath-Naylor Funeral Home in Columbus with Elders Ken and Elizabeth Simpson officiating. 
  
  Burial will follow in the Park Cemetery. 
  
  Family will receive friends at the funeral home from 6-7 pm Monday. 
  
  Condolences may be left at www.bathnaylor.com.  
  
  Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, these may be left at or mailed to the funeral home. 
  
  Services by Bath-Naylor Funeral Home of Columbus.

  
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  Wilson, Bobby J 65159594
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  Park Cemetery
  Columbus
  Cherokee County
  Kansas, USA
  
  

  December 18, 2011

• Leah R. Black

  Leah Ruth Black, 89, a homemaker, passed away Friday, Dec. 16, 2011.

  Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Monday in Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1 to 2 p.m. at Bath-Naylor Funeral Home, Columbus.

  December 18, 2011

• Robert L. Phillips

  Robert Lee Phillips, 62, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2011.

  Memorial services will be at 6 p.m. Tuesday at Fohn Funeral Home, Cassville. Visitation will be from 5 to 6 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. www.fohnfuneralhome.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=1340232&fh_id=10698 

•   Robert Lee Phillips
  (April 16, 1948 - December 14, 2011)

  Robert Lee Phillips, age 63, of Cassville, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, December 14, 2011, in Berryville, Arkansas.

  He was born in Berryville, Arkansas, on April 16, 1948, the son of Edward E. and Kathlean (Aery) Phillips, who preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by two brothers, Kenneth “Tad” Phillips and James “Fuzzy” Phillips.

  He is survived by his daughter, Amy Phillips of Ward Arkansas; three brothers, Buford “Bud” Phillips and his wife Jean of Shawnee, Oklahoma, Larry Phillips and his wife Barbara of Cassville, Missouri and Gary Phillips of Cassville; one sister-in-law, Joy Phillips of Cassville; one granddaughter, Skylee Phillips.

  Robert grew up and received his education in Berryville. He was united in marriage to Sharon Snyder in Cassville. He was a truck driver for Wal-Mart and D & L Trucking and did construction work also. Robert loved spending time with his granddaughter. He was an avid outdoorsman, who enjoyed hunting and fishing.

  Visitation will be from 5:00 until 6:00 on Tuesday, December 20, 2011, in Fohn Funeral Home, Cassville. Memorial services will follow at 6:00 P.M. Pastor Doyle Russell will conduct the services. Burial will be in Russell Cemetery, Grandview, Arkansas.

  Memorial contributions may be made to the family for his granddaughter’s education.

  FOHN FUNERAL HOME Cassville, Missouri 417-847-2141

  December 18, 2011

• Margaret E. Taylor

  Margaret Elizabeth Taylor, 85, passed away Friday, Dec. 16, 2011.

  Services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Hedge-Lewis Funeral Home, Webb City. Burial will be in Carterville Cemetery. www.hedgelewis.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=1342037&fh_id=10713 

• Margaret Elizabeth Taylor
  (July 26, 1926 - December 16, 2011)  Webb City, Mo. Margaret Elizabeth Taylor, age 85, of Webb City, Mo. a longtime Carterville resident passed away at 12:15 p.m. Friday, December 16, 2011 at her home surrounded by her family. Margaret was born July 26, 1926 in Carterville, Mo. and resided in the Carterville-Webb City area all her life. Margaret was a graduate of the Carterville High School and was a member of the First Baptist Church of Carterville. Margaret was a wonderful mother who gave her life to her family. She mothered not only her own children but many of her children’s friends. She had a wonderful, giving heart to those around her and to the needy. She was a wonderful homemaker and cook and made her home a home to many.

  Margaret was married to Richard Calvin Taylor May 16, 1943 in Ft. Sill, Oklahoma. He preceded her in death on February 11, 2005. She was also preceded in death by a son, Richard Calvin Taylor Jr. Survivors include four sons, Owen Taylor and wife Gail, Manchester, Mo., Calvin Taylor and wife Chris, Springfield, Mo., Greg Taylor and wife Sandi, and Doug Taylor and wife Laurie, all of Webb City, two daughters, Mary Morgan and husband Mike, Carthage, Mo. and Jan Franklin, Neosho, Mo. 11 grandchildren, and 13 great grandchildren.

  Services will be at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday at the Hedge-Lewis Chapel with Dr. Owen Taylor and Pastor Mike Morgan officiating. Burial will follow at the Carterville Cemetery. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Hedge-Lewis Funeral Home of Webb City, Mo.

  December 18, 2011

Joplin Globe Newspaper Obituaries found Tuesday December 20, 2011

• Sheilah Mullin-Robertson

  Sheilah Gaye Mullin-Robertson, 45, Joplin, Mo., passed away Saturday, Dec. 17, 2011, in Tahlequah, Okla., after an illness.

  Sheilah Gaye Mullin was born Dec. 24, 1965, in Miami, Okla., the daughter of Jerry Lee and Helen Louise Mullin. Sheilah was a CNA working in various nursing homes in the area including the Seneca House and Osborn & Care.

  She married Bryan Michael Robertson July 7, 2007, in Anaheim, Calif. He survives.

  Additional survivors include one son, Jeremy E. Mullin, Miami; two daughters, Tristyn L. Hetiback, Peoria, Okla., and Toni L. Hetiback, Joplin; her parents, Jerry L. and Helen L. Mullin, Quapaw, Okla.; two sisters, Shannon Hall and husband, Albert, Seneca, and Tina Buttry, state of Illinois; one brother, Billy Mullin, Ashton, Ore.; two grandchildren; a host of friends and extended family. Sheilah was preceded in death by her sister, Stacie Greninger; her maternal and paternal grandparents; and her maternal great-grandparents.

  A celebration of life service will be held Monday, Dec. 26, at 4 p.m. at the Hornet Community Building with Aaron Williams officiating. The body has been taken for cremation.

  Floral arrangements can be delivered to her daughter’s house at 121 North Byers in Joplin. http://campbell-biddlecomefh.com

  December 20, 2011

• Robert V. Summers

  Robert V. Summers, age 89, passed from this life on Sunday, Dec. 18, 2011, in Reed Springs, Mo. He had resided in Reed Springs for the past two years moving from Laguna Vista, Texas.

  Robert was born in Galena, Kan., to the union of Arthur and Ottie (Ryan) Summers. He attended Galena schools graduating in 1940. He then attended Joplin Jr. College.

  He was united in marriage to Ruthalea (Edmonds) Summers on March 14, 1942.

  Robert served his country proudly in the United States Army during World War II in the European Theater. He was in the 374th Fighter Squadron. He was the commanding Officer of the Reserve Unit in Galena.

  He worked at the Spencer Chemical Plant and was transferred to manage the First Farm Center in Hun Newell, Mo. Bob and Ruthalea later bought the Farm Center and ran it until they retired and moved to Texas.

  Bob is survived by his wife of almost 70 years, Ruthalea Summers, of the home; one son, Robert E. Summers and wife, Lynda, of Joplin; one daughter, Sondralea Noroian and husband, Ben, of Reed Springs; five grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.

  Memorial services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 22, at Derfelt Funeral Home, Galena. Pastor Stacy Ellsworth will officiate. Military Rites will be given at the start of the service. Bob has been taken for cremation.

  Online condolences may be expressed at www.derfeltfuneralhomes.com 

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  December 20, 2011

• Michael R. Hagedorn

  While we wept on earth, St. Peter’s heavenly team cheered at his arrival. Michael Robert Hagedorn passed to Heaven on Saturday, Dec. 17, 2011.

  Mike was born to Edmund Alvin (Jake) and Frances (Weber) Hagedorn on Nov. 4, 1952. He attended St. Mary’s Elementary School in Pierce City, Mo., and graduated from McAuley High School in 1971. Mike went on to Crowder College and graduated from Missouri Southern in 1976, with a BSE degree.

  He married Penny Huff in 1975.

  Mike was an honest, solid man whose actions reflected his upbringing. He loved his Catholic faith, his children and wife and baseball. His humorous observations about life remain with those who surrounded him, the legion of young men who he coached, his beloved family and the many people he served as a school sales representative for Johnny Mac’s Sporting Goods.

  Hag/Coach Hags played baseball at both Crowder and Missouri Southern; he was elected to the Hall of Fame of both institutions. Although he loved all sports, baseball was his passion. He served as a volunteer assistant coach under Warren Turner for more than 20 years. Mike also coached American Legion baseball, Little League and AAU. He passed on his extensive knowledge and love of the game to not just his children but to all of the young men on the many teams.

  Mike was preceded in death by his parents.

  Survivors include his wife, Penny, son, Tucker Patrick, of Joplin, daughter, Ivy Leigh, of Kingman, Ariz., and son, Cooper Edmund, of Los Angeles, Calif. Surviving siblings are Gene Hagedorn and his wife, Adele, of Fort Smith, Ark., Jim Hagedorn and his wife, Vicky, of Clearwater, Fla., Patti Hagedorn Cobb and her husband, Scott, of Pasadena, Texas, and Leroy Hagedorn, of Little Rock, Ark.

  The funeral mass has been scheduled for 2 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 22, at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Joplin, Father Justin Monaghan, will officiate, with a private family burial to be held later. A prayer service will be held at the funeral home at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday evening with the family to receive friends for a time of visitation immediately following. Following the burial friends are encouraged to gather with the family at 6 p.m. at the home of Robert and Nancy Morton, 112 South Sergeant, Joplin.

  Arrangements have been entrusted to Mason-Woodard Mortuary & Crematory.

  Online condolences may be made at www.masonwoodard.com - www.masonwoodard.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=1343075&fh_id=10713 

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• Ruth P. Junkins

  Ruth P. Junkins, age 99, of Joplin, Mo., passed away at 4:05 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 18, 2011, at National Healthcare in Joplin.

  Ruth was born July 16, 1912, in Madill, Okla., and resided in Joplin most of her life. Ruth was an active member of the Harmony Heights Baptist Church and taught an adult Sunday School class.

  Ruth married John M. Junkins Aug. 25, 1929, in Madill. He preceded her in death on Dec. 21, 1998.

  She was also preceded in death by a brother and a sister.

  Survivors include a son, Merrell Junkins and wife, Imo, Joplin; a daughter, Janet Payne and husband, Larry, Amarillo, Texas; eight grandchildren, Steve Junkins and wife, Sally, Gail Sweet and husband, Greg, Tommy Junkins and wife, Cindy, Julie Walker and husband, Jerry, Bethany McMillon and husband, Jerry, Joshua Payne and wife, Kendra, Drew Payne and wife, Teri and Lauren Payne; six great-grandchildren; and one great-great-granddaughter.

  Ruth was an example of a life well-lived by a remarkable woman. She was tirelessly devoted to her Lord, her church and her adored family, especially the newest grands and greats. She was “just a homemaker” but served as a guide and role model on marriage and Christian life to countless youth, singles, young couples and senior women as she regularly taught Sunday School and Bible studies for 60 years. She had only a high school education but was truly a lifelong learner. She was a lady with wit and charm who loved life and laughter, an old-fashioned cook and seamstress who reveled in family gatherings and always welcomed guests in the home she shared with her precious “Johnny” for 69 years. She accepted change and marveled at technology, emailing her relatives until the May 22nd tornado took her home and computer. She questioned why the Lord did not take her to Heaven during the tornado but was assured He still had purpose for her life. In answer to a hospice chaplain’s question about future goals she said, “I’d still like to be an influence.” As her granddaughter wrote, “She is now holding the hand of her precious Johnny and squeezing the hand of the Lord as He says, ‘Well done, my good and faithful servant.’”

  Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Mason-Woodard Chapel with Dr. Larry Payne and Rev. Charlie Burnett officiating. Private burial will follow in the Ozark Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. Wednesday until the service at the chapel.

  Memorial contributions are requested to the Harmony Heights Baptist Church Building Fund.

  Arrangements have been entrusted to the Mason-Woodard Mortuary, of Joplin.

  The family will be at home at 3208 Ivy Lane, Joplin.

  Online condolences may be made at www.masonwoodard.com - www.masonwoodard.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=1343079&fh_id=10713 

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• Marvin M. George

  Marvin M. George, 71, a carpenter, passed away Sunday, Dec. 18, 2011.

  Graveside services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Sherman City Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Derfelt Funeral Home, Oswego. www.derfeltfuneralhomes.com

  December 20, 2011

• Sheilah Mullin-Robertson

  Sheilah Gaye Mullin-Robertson, 45, a CNA, passed away Saturday, Dec. 17, 2011.

  Services will be at 4 p.m. Monday at Hornet Community Building. Arrangements are under the direction of Campbell-Biddlecome Funeral Home, Seneca, Mo. http://campbell-biddlecomefh.com

  December 20, 2011

• Lois R. Rumfelt

  Lois Ruth Rumfelt, 82, a homemaker, passed away Monday, Dec. 19, 2011.

  Private burial will be in Lakewood Park Cemetery, St. Louis, Mo. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada. www.ferryfuneralhome.com/view.php?view=1850 

• Lois Ruth Rumfelt, 82, Nevada, MO passed away Monday, December 19, 2011 at Moore-Few Care Center in Nevada.

  She was born May 20, 1929 in St. Louis, MO to Charlie Glen Cheek and Ruth Olive Chapman Cheek.

  She was married January 1, 1965 in Kansas City, MO to Dewey Milo Rumfelt and he preceded her in death December 21, 2010.

  Mrs. Rumfelt was raised in Kansas City, MO and graduated in 1946 from Northeast High School in Kansas City, MO. She attended Central Missouri State University in Warrensburg, MO and graduated there and received her teacher’s certification.

  She taught school for several years before staying home to raise her family.

  She was a member of the Episcopal Church in Independence, MO.

  She and Dewey were long time residents of Fairplay, MO. They traveled in a motor home for 15 years before coming to Walker, MO in 2003 and lived in Nevada for the past year.

  Survivors include three sons, Donnie Travis, Houston, TX, Tracy Travis, Mountain Grove, MO, and Dewey Rumfelt, Fairplay, MO; one daughter Amy Rumfelt, Nevada, MO; 10 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.

  She was preceded in death by her parents, spouse, one daughter, Velda Joy Rumfelt, one grandson, Joshua Andrew Rumfelt, one sister Alice Cheek, and one brother Charlie Cheek.

  The family will receive friends at Ferry Funeral Home, 301 S. Washington, Nevada, MO Wednesday, December 21, 2011 between 6:00 and 8:00 p.m.

  A private committal service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 22, 2011, at Lakewood Park Cemetery in St. Louis, MO.

  Local arrangements are under the direction of Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada.

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  Dewey Milo Rumfelt, 88, Nevada, MO, formerly of Walker, MO died Tuesday, December 21, 2010 at Moore-Few Care Center in Nevada following a lengthy illness.

  He was born December 11, 1922 in Wolf Lake, IL to William Perry Rumfelt and Fulva Octavia Freeman Rumfelt.

  He married Lois Ruth Cheek December 31, 1965 and she survives of the home.

  Mr. Rumfelt grew up in Illinois.

  He was an Iron Worker for forty years and was a member of the Iron Workers Union Local #10 in Kansas City, MO.

  Dewey served in the United States Navy during WW II aboard the USS Kearny.

  He has lived in this area since 1977.

  In addition to his wife Lois, survivors include two sons, Dewey Rumfelt, Fair Play, MO and Jason, Junction City, KS; one daughter, Amy Rumfelt, Nevada, MO; one step-daughter, Tracy Travis, Mountain Grove, MO; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

  The family will receive friends at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada Wednesday morning between 10:00 and 11:00 a.m.

  Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, December 23, 2010, at Lakewood Park Cemetery in St. Louis, MO.

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  December 20, 2011

• Mary A. Lyon

  Mary Allen Lyon, 76, an antique store owner, passed away Friday, Dec. 16, 2011.

  Memorial services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Kingdom Hall, Monett, Mo. Arrangements are under the direction of McQueen Funeral Home, Wheaton. www.fohnfuneralhome.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=1341701&fh_id=10698 

• Mary Allen Lyon
  (June 27, 1935 - December 16, 2011)

  December 20, 2011

• Barry C. Kee

  Barry Curtis Kee, 51, a retire EFCO employee, passed away Monday, Dec. 19, 2011.

  Memorial services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 7, at Buchanan Funeral home, Monett, Mo., with visitation to follow. www.buchananfuneralhomemonett.com/sitemaker/sites/Buchan1/obit.cgi?user=539411Kee 

• Barry Curtis Kee, age 51, of Aurora, MO, passed away on Monday, December 19, 2011 at his residence following a lengthy illness.
  
  Barry was born on July 27, 1960 in St. Joseph, MO, the son of Dean and Polly (Raiser) Kee.
  
  He was a 1978 graduate of South Holt High School in Oregon, MO. Barry enjoyed working on the family cattle farm and was a Troop #38 Boy Scout Leader in Monett. He was a dedicated employee of EFCO, retiring after 30 years of service.
  
  On May 4, 1984 in Springfield, MO, Barry Kee and Patti Williams were united in marriage. To this union one son was born. Barry is survived by his wife, Patti Kee, of the home; one son, Justin Kee, of Aurora; his father, Dean Kee, of Freistatt, MO; one brother, Terry Dean Kee and wife Linda, of Purdy, MO; one nephew, Jeramy Kee, of Monett; one niece, Laci Milford, of Aurora; one great-nephew, Breydon Miller; and one great-niece, McKayla Miller, both of Aurora. He was preceded in death by his mother, Polly Kee.
  
  Memorial services for Mr. Kee will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 7, 2012 at the Buchanan Funeral Home Chapel. Pastor Terry LaSalle will officiate. The family will receive friends following the service. Memorial contributions have been requested to the Troop #38 Boy Scouts or to Hospice Compassus in care of the funeral home. Online condolences can be made at www.buchananfuneralhomemonett.com. Arrangements are under the personal care and direction of Buchanan Funeral Home, Monett, MO.
  

  December 20, 2011

• Ruth P. Junkins

  Ruth P. Junkins, 99, a homemaker, passed away Sunday, Dec. 18, 2011.

  Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Mason-Woodard Mortuary. Burial will be in Ozark Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1 to 2 p.m. Wednesday at the mortuary. www.masonwoodard.com 

  December 20, 2011

• Harold Rattles

  Harold “Tony” Rattles, 44, passed away Sunday, Dec. 18, 2011.

  Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home, Monett. Burial will be in Pierce City Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. www.bennettwormington.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=1342452&fh_id=10752 

• Harold "Tony" Rattles
  (March 20, 1967 - December 18, 2011)  Tony Rattles, 44, of Monett passed away Sunday December 18, 2011 at his home. He was born March 20, 1967 in Ft. Sill Oklahoma, the son of Linda (Bergesch) Pettus, Wentworth, MO and the late Lee Rattles. He was united in marriage to Chris Machalhaney who preceded him in death in 2002.

  He attended the First Assembly of God Church of Monett.

  Tony is survived by his mother Linda; one son: Luke Rattles, Wentworth; three daughters: Allison Rattles, Abigail Rattles and Emily Rattles all of Clever, MO; two brothers: Kevin Rattles, Monett, and William Rattles, Mt.Vernon; five sisters: Robin Rattles, Monett, Lavone Belcher, Monett, Lisa Rattles, Silex, MO, Connie Fargher, Monett, and Debbie Budd, Monett; and two grandchildren.

  He is preceded in death by his father Lee; wife: Chris; one daughter: Shatona; two brothers: Jimmy and Kenneth Rattles; and one sister: Cara Howe.

  Visitation will be held Tuesday December 20, 2011 from 6:00p.m. to 8:00p.m. at Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home in Monett, MO. Funeral Services will be Wednesday December 21, 2011 at 2:00p.m. at the Bennett-Wormington Funeral Chapel in Monett, MO with Rev. Jimmy Copley officiating. Burial will follow services at Pierce City Cemetery in Pierce City, MO.

  Arrangements are under the care of Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home in Monett, MO.

  December 20, 2011

• Sherrie L. Johnson

  Sherrie Lynn (Bridendolph) Johnson, 47, a homemaker passed away Friday, Dec. 16, 2011.

  Services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Paul Thomas Funeral Home, Miami, Okla. Burial will be in Greenlawn Cemetery, Treece, Kan. www.paulthomasfuneralhomes.com 

  December 20, 2011

• Tommy G. Rickman

  Tommy Gene Rickman, 44, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2011.

  No services are planned. Arrangements are under the direction of Fohn Funeral Home, Cassville, Mo. www.fohnfuneralhome.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=1340233&fh_id=10698 

• Tommy Gene Rickman
  (December 10, 1967 - December 14, 2011)

  December 20, 2011

• Kenneth L. Harrison

  Kenneth Lee Harrison, 65, a retired barber, passed away Friday, Dec. 16, 2011.

  Services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Worley-Luginbuel Funeral Home, Grove. Burial will be in Olympus Cemetery. www.honoringmemories.com 

• Kenneth Lee Harrison of Grove, Oklahoma, age 65, passed away Friday, December 16, 2011 at St. Luke’s Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri.
  Kenneth was born on January 5, 1946 in Miami, Oklahoma to Leta Mae (Fields) and Kenneth Scott Harrison. He spent most of his first eight years of school in Texas as his father was stationed there in the United States Air Force. In 1961 Kenneth’s family returned to Grove, Oklahoma where his parents were raised. Kenneth attended Grove High School, graduating with the class of 1964. He then attended NEO in Miami, receiving his Associates of Arts degree in 1966. Kenneth later attended Barber College in Tulsa and retired from barbering in 2007.
  Kenneth Lee was a Christian and of the Baptist faith. He was a very caring and loving son to his mother, retiring from his work to take care of her. He was very caring of his family and friends, and was always willing to lend a hand when needed. He enjoyed sports and was an avid OU Sooner fan.
  He was preceded in death by his father, Kenneth Scott Harrison, a sister, Deanna Jean Harrison, and fiancée Barbara Russell. He is survived by his mother Leta Mae Harrison, of the home. He is also survived by many dear cousins and friends.
  Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Wednesday December 21, 2011 at Worley Luginbuel Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow at Olympus Cemetery. Friends and family may leave online condolences by viewing Kenneth’s obituary at www.honoringmemories.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Worley-Luginbuel Funeral Home of Grove, Oklahoma.

  December 20, 2011

• William A. Row

  William Andrew “Bill” Row Jr., 61, passed away Saturday, Dec. 17, 2011.

  Memorial services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 27, at Fohn Funeral Home, Cassville. www.fohnfuneralhome.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=1342196&fh_id=10698 

•   William "Bill" Andrew Row, Jr.
  (September 29, 1950 - December 17, 2011)

  William Andrew “Bill” Row, Jr., age 61, of Cassville, Missouri, passed away Saturday, December 17, 2011, at the home of his step-daughter in Eagle Rock, Missouri.

  He was born in Fredonia, Kansas, on September 29, 1950, the son of William Row, Sr. and Billie (Palmer) Row. He was united in marriage to Karla (Davis) Miner on April 16, 1994.

  Bill is survived by his wife, Karla; his mother, Billie Kidd of Fredonia, Kansas; two daughters, Sara Powell and Lori Flores both of Montezuma, Kansas; two step-daughters, Sarah Roper of Eagle Rock, Missouri and Kristin Stettnisch of Cassville; two brothers, Robert Row of Fredonia, Kansas and Jack Row of Golden City, Missouri; one sister, Rosemary Rhodes of London, Arkansas and seven grandchildren, Nicholas, Victoria, Zachary, Andie Lee, Danny, Eli, and Sahara.

  He was preceded in death by his father and one sister, Margaret Row.

  Bill, as most family and friends called him, grew up in Kansas and graduated from Fredonia High School. He continued his education at Missouri Southern Law Enforcement Training at Joplin, Missouri. Bill served his country in the United States Army and was stationed in Germany. He worked in law enforcement most of his life and also did horseshoeing for many years. Bill’s greatest love of all was his family.

  Memorial services with military honors will be held at 1:00 P.M., Tuesday, December 27, 2011, in Fohn Funeral Home, Cassville. Reverend Bob Scott will conduct the services.

  FOHN FUNERAL HOME Cassville, Missouri 417-847-2141

  December 20, 2011

• Halena Long

  Halena “Kaye” Long, 57, passed away Friday, Dec. 16, 2011.

  Services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Faith Worship Center, Aurora, Mo. Burial will be in Orange Cemetery, Aurora. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Fohn Funeral Home, Cassville. www.fohnfuneralhome.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=1341651&fh_id=10698 

•    Halena "Kaye" Long
  (January 18, 1954 - December 16, 2011)

  Halena “Kaye” (Schnake) Long, age 57, of Cassville, Missouri went home to be with the Lord on December 16, 2011, in her home, after battling cancer.

  She was born January 18, 1954, in Verona, Missouri, the daughter of Lloyd John, Sr. and Opal Faye (Witthaus) Schnake. On May 18, 1971, she was united in marriage to Chuck Long, from this union three sons were born. She is survived by her husband, three sons and nine grandchildren: Dean Long and his fiancé Vicki Litchfield and their children Tyler, Dalton, Dustin, Pake and Maddison of Granby, Missouri, Derrik Long and his wife, Karen and their children Kody, Hallie and Kyle and Dustin Long and his wife, Katherine and their son, Mason all of Cassville, Missouri; one brother, John Schnake and his wife, Margie of Pierce City, Missouri; four sisters, Dorothy Doennig, Faye Swearengin and her husband, Bill and Erma Langley all of Ozark, Missouri; Linda Fry and her husband, Jerry of Washburn, Missouri; numerous nieces and nephews and countless friends.

  She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Earl Schnake; one sister, Jean Evans and one nephew, George Schnake.

  Kaye who was of the Christian faith attended school at Freistatt, Missouri and graduated from Monett High School in 1972, grew up in the Freistatt area and has lived in Barry County for many years. Over the years Kaye worked at Justin Boot and Wells Hydro. She was a member of the Ride for Life, which raises money for the Kidney Foundation and St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. She enjoyed riding horses, riding her Harley and spending time with her family and friends. She was like a second mother to several kids and her home was always open to anyone. A special thanks to Sara Lay, Bill Freeman and Danny and Radonna Fancher.

  Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Thursday, December 22, 2011, in Faith Worship Center, Aurora, Missouri, under direction of Fohn Funeral Home, Cassville. Reverend Arnold Ray Evans and Robert Long will conduct the services. Burial will be in Orange Cemetery, Aurora, Missouri.

  The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M. Wednesday in Fohn Funeral Home, Cassville.

  Contributions may be made to Ride for Life in memory of Kaye.

  FOHN FUNERAL HOME Cassville, Missouri 417-847-2141

  December 20, 2011

• Jeanette Sater

  Jeanette Sater, 72, a retired teacher, passed away Sunday, Dec. 18, 2011.

  Services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at First Baptist Church, Mount Vernon. Burial will be in Miller Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Fossett-Mosher Funeral Home, Mount Vernon. www.fossettmosherfuneralhome.com/obituary.php 

  December 20, 2011

• Michael R. Hagedorn

  Michael R. Hagedorn, 59, a sales representative for Johnny Mac’s Sporting Goods, passed away Saturday, Dec. 17, 2011.

  Funeral Mass will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at St. Peter’s Catholic Church, Joplin. Prayer service will be at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at Mason-Woodard Mortuary with visitation to follow. www.masonwoodard.com 

  December 20, 2011

• Robert V. Summers

  Robert V. Summers, 89, retired owner of First Farm Center, passed away Sunday, Dec. 18, 2011.

  Memorial services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at Derfelt Funeral Home, Galena, Kan.

  December 20, 2011

• Wilma M. Peters

  Wilma M. Peters, 76, a homemaker, passed away Sunday, Dec. 18, 2011.

  Services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Clark Funeral Home, Neosho. www.clarkfuneralhomes.com/sitemaker/sites/clarkf0/obit.cgi?user=539547Peters 

• Wilma Marie Peters

  August 20, 1935 - December 18, 2011 

  Interment: Diamond Cemetery

  December 20, 2011

• Blaine Snyder

  Blaine Snyder, 79, passed away Saturday, Dec. 17, 2011.

  Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Olympus North Cemetery, Grove. Arrangements are under the direction of Worley-Luginbuel Funeral Home, Grove. www.honoringmemories.com 

• Blaine B. Snyder: born March 9, 1932 passed Dec. 17, 2011 at the age of 79. Blaine was born in Winfield Kansas to Ralph & Omeda Snyder. He grew up in and around the Cedarvale and Sedan Ks. area, graduated from Cedarvale High then joined the Air Force. After he returned home he married and has 3 children working in the Tulsa and Bartlesville area. After a period of time he divorced and married Wilma Carnahan on Nov. 25, 1973 in Chautauqua Ks. and made their home in Independence Ks. with their blended family. He then worked in around Caney and the Independence Ks area till he retired. His love for his family, fishing and his dogs and the KC Chiefs shined though in his daily life.

  He is proceeded in death by his mother and father, his brother Lloyd Snyder this loving wife Wilma. His is survived by his 3 sons and 4 daughters, Steve Snyder and his wife Katie, David Blankenship, Robert Elder, Minnie (Lou) Farris, June Snyder, Jessica (Sue) Snyder, Geri Nolen and Charlene (Charli) Jackson, daughter-in-law; his brothers, Keith and his wife Rose Marie Snyder, Paul and his wife Meyrna Snyder; his sisters Jean Barger and Irene and her husband Gene Kennedy; as well as a host of grand and great grand children, nieces and nephews.

  Graveside services will be 2:00 PM Tuesday at Olympus North Cemetery. Services are entrusted to Worley Luginbuel Funeral Home of Grove. Family and Friends may view the obituary online and send condolences at www.honoringmemories.com

  December 20, 2011

• Oba T. Ensley

  Oba T. Ensley, 99, a sales associate for Royal Drug Store, passed away Saturday, Dec. 17, 2011.

  Services will be at 11:30 a.m. Friday at Church of Christ. Visitation will be from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Friday at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of Mason-Woodard Mortuary. www.masonwoodard.com

  December 20, 2011

• Julie A. Gorman

  Julie Ann Gorman, 74, a retired teacher, passed away Friday, Dec. 16, 2011.

  Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Mound City. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Mound City. Rosary will be at 5 p.m. Tuesday at Schneider Funeral Home, Mound City, with visitation to follow until 7 p.m. www.coffelschneider.com/memorial.php#Julia%20Ann%20Gorman 

• Julie Ann Gorman, age 74 of Mound City, Kansas died Friday December 16, 2011 at the Shawnee Mission Medical Center. She was born on April 27, 1937 on a Farm east of Prescott, Kansas the daughter of Roland and Mildred Miller Gorman. Julia was a life time member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Mound City, Kansas. She was a 1954 graduate of Mound City High School. She then went on the Kansas State Teachers College graduating in 1958 with her teaching degree. While at college she was a cheerleader for four years, the last serving as head cheerleader in 1957, the same year the football team won the national championship. After College she started her teaching profession in Uniontown, Kansas as a home economics teacher for one year, she then moved to Mound City where she taught for 36 years until her retirement. She then worked at the Mound City Nursing Home for seven years. Julia enjoyed Antiques, Nice cars and clothes’, going to tractor pulls and was an avid KU basketball fan. She was preceded in death by her parents. Survivors include two brothers; John Gorman of Overland Park, Kansas, and Jerry Gorman and Wife Donna of Pittsburg, Kansas, a sister Carol Sue Fruit and husband Bob of Overland Park, Kansas, and seven nieces and nephews. Services will be held at 11:00 am Wednesday December 21, 2011 at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Mound City Kansas. Rosary will be at 5:00 pm Tuesday December 20, 2011 followed by a Visitation till 7:00 pm at the Schneider Funeral Home Mound City Chapel. Burial will be in the Sacred Heart cemetery in Mound City, Kansas. The family suggests contributions to the charity of ones choice. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.schneidefunreals.com.  
  
  Arrangements: Schneider Funeral Home Mound City Kansas.

  December 20, 2011

• Bob Lanham

  Bob Lanham, 81, a retired fireman for the Joplin Fire Department, passed away Sunday, Dec. 18, 2011.

  Memorial visitation will from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday at Parker Mortuary. Arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary. www.parkermortuary.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=1343670&fh_id=10419 

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  December 20, 2011

• Abdiel DeLacruz

  Abdiel DeLacruz, infant son of Ann Ruth Miranda Garcia DeLacruz and Elizandro DeLacruz, passed away Saturday, Dec. 17, 2011.

  Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Mount Hope Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Simpson Funeral Home, Webb City.

  December 20, 2011

• Betty J. Naatz

  Betty J. Naatz, 83, a homemaker, passed away Saturday, Dec. 17, 2011.

  Services will be at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary. www.parkermortuary.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=1344208&fh_id=10419 

  December 20, 2011

• Shirley J. Hanna

  Shirley J. Hanna, 76, a former Hudson Foods employee, passed away Sunday, Dec. 18, 2011.

  Memorial services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at St. John’s Episcopal Church, Neosho, with visitation to follow until 11:30 a.m. at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of Clark Funeral Home, Neosho. www.clarkfuneralhomes.com/sitemaker/sites/clarkf0/obit.cgi?user=539451Hanna 

  December 20, 2011

• Isaac N. Brock

  Isaac Noel Brock, 93, a carpenter, passed away Saturday, Dec. 17, 2011.

  Services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at White Funeral Home, Cassville. Burial will be in Horner Cemetery, Cassville. Visitation will be from 12 to 1 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. www.whitefuneralhome.org/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=1341961&fh_id=13293 

•    Isaac Noel Brock
  (July 14, 1918 - December 17, 2011)

  Mr. Isaac Noel Brock, age 93, of Cassville, Missouri, passed away on Saturday, December 17, 2011 at the St. John’s Hospital in Springfield, Missouri. Mr. Brock, son of Albert Washington and Lula Maude (Jimmerson) Brock, was born on July 14, 1918 at his home in the Mt.Olive area. He grew up and received his education in Barry County. At the age of 14 he began his lifelong work as a carpenter. In 1941 before the bombing of Pearl Harbor, Noel enlisted in the United States Navy. He was stationed on the USS Texas serving in WWII. After being honorably discharged in 1945, he returned to Cassville continuing his career in carpentry building many homes in the Cassville and Table Rock area. On September 25, 1951 in Rogers, Arkansas, Noel was united in marriage to Mamie Floriene Joel. Besides his love for building things, he loved to work in and grow his garden. Noel was a member of the Emmanuel Baptist Church.

  Survivors include his wife, Mamie Floriene Brock, of Springfield, Missouri; two daughters, Alberta Moore, and her husband, Kelly, of Springfield, Missouri, and Teckla Moore, and her husband, Dennis, of Springfield, Missouri; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren;one brother, B.J. Brock, of Tulsa, Oklahoma; one sister, Mae Rowen, of Roseburg, Oregon; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Noel was preceded in death by seven other siblings.

  Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, December 21, 2011 at 1:00 p.m. at the White Funeral Home in Cassville with Pastor Danny Heupel officiating. Burial will follow with Military Funeral Honors at Horner Cemetery in Cassville. The family will receive friends at the funeral home one hour prior to service time.

  Memorials may be made to the Emmanuel Baptist Church and entrusted to the White Funeral Home in Cassville.

  December 20, 2011

• Joyce Bilyeu

  Joyce Bilyeu, 73, passed away Friday, Dec. 16, 2011.

  Services will be at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Derfelt Funeral Home, Galena. www.derfeltfuneralhomes.com

  December 20, 2011

Joplin Globe Newspaper Obituaries found Thursday December 22, 2011

•  Jeanette Louise Newton

  Jeanette Louise (Elliott) Newton was born on June 27, 1930, in Los Angeles, Calif. However, she lived most of her early life in Joplin Mo., the town she always considered home.

  She graduated from Joplin High School, where she was a member of the orchestra, first chair violin.

  She attended the University of Oklahoma for 2 years, where she met Howard Newton.

  Howard and Jeanette married on April 12, 1952.

  They moved to Wichita Kan., where their first daughter, Sharon (Bennett), was born. Daughters, Terri (Newton) and Debbie (Hurlbut), were born in their next hometown, Ardmore, Okla. The youngest of their four daughters, Linda (Fowler), was born in Roswell, N.M.

  Jeanette and Howard finally settled in The Woodlands, Texas in 1975, where they lived the rest of their lives.

  Jeanette passed away on Dec. 20, 2011. She was preceded in death by her husband Howard; her parents, Oscar and Velma Elliott; and her brother Oscar Elliott Jr., of Joplin.

  She is survived by her four daughters; her sister, Mary Ann Brown of Brazil Ind.; her granddaughter, Samantha Hurlbut; and her grandson Nicholas Fowler.

  All who were fortunate enough to have Jeanette in their lives regarded her as either the best mother, wife, sister, grandma or friend that it was possible to have. She had a sense of humor and mischief that charmed everyone. She loved to laugh and kid, to visit her favorite places and people. Jeanette always gave much more than she received, and that’s the way she wanted it. Her passing is an incomparable loss to us all.

  Memorial services will be held on Friday, Dec. 23, at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of Forest Park The Woodlands Funeral Home, The Woodlands. - http://obits.dignitymemor...4929115&locale=en-US 

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  December 22, 2011 1 Photo

• Betty Naatz

  Betty J. Naatz, 83, Joplin, passed away Saturday, Dec. 15, 2011, at a healthcare facility in Monett due to a number of complications from injuries she sustained in the May 22 tornado.

  Betty was born Sept. 10, 1928, in Joplin to the late Omar Sutton and Lillian Mathis Sutton and was a lifetime Joplin resident.

  She was a homemaker.

  Betty married Fred G. Naatz on Dec. 24, 1947, in Joplin. He survives at the home of his daughter.

  Additional survivors include one daughter, Karen Wessell, Pierce City, Mo.; two grandchildren, Stephen Wessell and Wendi Sitton, both of Monett, Mo.; and four great-grandchildren, Isaac, Hailee, Lilli and Mollie.

  Betty has been taken for cremation with memorial services to be announced at a later date.

  Arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary. - www.parkermortuary.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=1344208&fh_id=10419 

• Naatz, Betty J Sutton 82246434
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  December 22, 2011

• Jeanette L. Newton

  Jeanette Louise (Elliott) Newton, 81, formerly of Joplin, Mo., passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 20, 2011.

  Memorial services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Forest Park The Woodlands Funeral Home, The Woodlands. http://obits.dignitymemor...4929115&locale=en-US 

  December 22, 2011

• Bobby J. Pollan

  Bobby J. Pollan, 72, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 20, 2011.

  Graveside services will be at 10 a.m. Friday in Pollan Cemetery, Grove, Okla. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday at the family house, 7600 South Highway 137, Miami. Arrangements are under the direction of Paul Thomas Funeral Home, Miami. http://hosting-24805.trib...bobby-j.-pollan-92976105 

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  Bobby J. Pollan age 72 passed away, Tuesday, December 20, 2011 at Freeman West Health System in Joplin, Missouri.

  He was born on February 28, 1939 in Tiff City, Missouri, the son of Loyd & Lucille (Wilson) Pollan.

  He was preceded in death his parents; his wife, Sharon, 1 son, Bobby Joe Pollan, Jr. and 1 brother, B.F. Pollan.

  He is survived by 2 daughters, Debra Cooper, of Miami, Oklahoma and Karen Moy, of Neosho, Missouri, 2 sisters, Charlotte Knight of Miami, Oklahoma and Wanda Ingraham, of Portland, Oregon. Also surviving are 2 grandchildren, Christopher Cooper and Jennifer Cooper, both of Miami, Oklahoma.

  Graveside services & Interment for Bobby J. Pollan will be held 10:00 A.M., Friday, December 23, 2011 at the Pollan Cemetery, in Grove, Oklahoma with Rev. Jerry Von Moss, officiating.

  Pallbearers will be Mick Lasiter, Gene Lasiter, Everett Lasiter, Robert Mathis, Larry Pannell and Michael Patterson.

  The family would like to invite friends to the house at 7600 S. Hwy 137 Miami, Oklahoma, Thursday evening from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. to share memories.

  Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Paul Thomas Funeral Home, Miami.

  Online condolences may be made at www.paulthomasfuneralhomes.com.

  December 22, 2011

• Brandon L. Gregory

   Brandon Lee Gregory, 20, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 20, 2011.

  Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Fossett-Mosher Funeral Home, Mount Vernon. Burial will be in IOOF Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. www.fossettmosherfuneralhome.com/obituary.php

  December 22, 2011

• Bobby G. Pequignot

   Bobby Gene Pequignot, 50, a dispatcher for AAA Taxi Company, passed away Monday, Dec. 19, 2011.

  Burial will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Ozark Memorial Park Cemetery. www.parkermortuary.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=1345138&fh_id=10419 

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  Bobby Gene Pequignot, age 50, Joplin, passed away on Monday, December 19, 2011 at St. John’s Regional Medical Center.

  Bobby was born March 15, 1961 in Joplin, and attended Joplin Schools. He has worked in the taxi business for over 16 years, most recently working as a dispatcher with the AAA Taxi Company.

  Survivors include a son, Bobby G. Pequignot, III of Anderson, Missouri; daughters, Toni Palmer and husband Chad, Misty Farrell and husband B.J., Cody Myers and husband Russell all of Joplin; siblings, Brenda Cogbill of Joplin, Eugenia Clark of Kansas, Tonya Wilson and Sonya Morris both of Joplin, Louis Pequignot of Ohio, Gene Pequignot of Joplin, Larry Pequignot of Joplin, Pat Pequignot of Ohio, and Tonya Brookover of Ohio; parents, Wayne and Stevena Spencer of Joplin; five grandchildren, Cameron Danley, Kaylee Danley, Brandon Farrell, Stephen Myers, and Julie Palmer.

  Interment of ashes will be Friday, December 23, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. at Ozark Memorial Park Cemetery with Dr. John Swadley officiating.

  The family requests that memorial contributions be made to the family to help with final expenses.

  December 22, 2011

• Robert L. Pritchett

  Robert Leroy Pritchett, 80, a retired Nevada State Hospital employee, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 20, 2011.

  Graveside services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday in National Cemetery, Fort Scott, Kan. Visitation will be from 12 to 1 p.m. Friday at Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada. www.ferryfuneralhome.com/view.php?view=1851 

• Robert Leroy Pritchett, 80, Nevada, MO passed away Tuesday, December 20, 2011, at Mercy Hospital in Ft. Scott, KS following a recent illness.

  He was born February 7, 1931 in Kansas City, MO.

  Robert was born and raised in Kansas City, MO and served in the U.S. Navy and was stationed on an aircraft carrier towards the end of WW II. Following his time in the service, he lived in Kentucky working in the mines and also for the railroad.

  He moved to this area in 1969 and worked for a number of years at the Nevada State Hospital retiring in 1989.

  Survivors include one son, Billy Pritchett and his wife Shelley, Richards, MO; and one granddaughter Tiffany Marie Pritchett, also of Richards, MO.

  He was preceded in death by several brothers and sisters.

  Graveside services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday, December 23, 2011, at National Cemetery in Ft. Scott, KS with Rev. Terry Mosher officiating.

  Friends may call now and until 1:00 p.m. on Friday at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada, and the family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday between 12:00 and 1:00 p.m. prior to the funeral service in Ft. Scott.

  Contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association in care of Ferry Funeral Home, 301 S. Washington, Nevada, MO 64772.

• Pritchett, Robert Leroy 82277911
  b. Feb. 7, 1931 d. Dec. 20, 2011 Fort Scott National Cemet...
  Fort Scott
  Bourbon County
  Kansas, USA

  December 22, 2011

• Florence Tindell

  Florence Tindell, 89, a homemaker, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2011.

  Services will be at 11 a.m. Friday at First Baptist Church, Pierce City. Burial will be in Springfield National Cemetery. Visitation will be from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Friday at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of Lakin Funeral Home, Pierce City. www.lakinfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Florence-Tindell/#/Obituary 

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  Florence Tindell, age 89, of Pierce City, MO died on Wednesday, December 21, 2011, at her daughter's home near Aurora, MO.

  Mrs. Tindell was born in Saint Paul, MN on Wednesday, May 3, 1922. She was the daughter of Everett and Florence (Goddard) Hamilton.

  Florence Tindell's husband, Harold, preceded her in death on July 3, 1982.

  She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Pierce City and was active in the Pierce City Senior Citizen's group.

  Surviving are the following: five daughters, Monica Shockey and husband,Cleo, of Isabella, MO; Dolly Johnson and husband, Dan, of Aurora, MO; Marilyn Brisco and husband, Bill, of Pierce City, MO; Lillian Lanz and husband, Del, of Maple Grove, MN; Nancy Koppendrayer and husband, Roger, of Isanti, MN; one son, Ronald Tindell and wife, Janet, of Ham Lake, MN; one brother, Thomas "Bud" Hamilton and wife, Bertha, of Grand Rapids, MI; thirteen grandsons; four granddaughters; and twenty eight great-grandchildren.

  The family will receive friends at First Baptist Church in Pierce City, MO on Friday, December 23, 2011, from 9:30 - 11:00 AM.

  Funeral services will be held at First Baptist Church in Pierce City, MO on Friday, December 23, 2011, at 11:00 AM with Rev. Greg Bunn and Rev. Justin L. Guffey officiatiing.

  Burial will follow at Springfield National Cemetery in Springfield, MO.

  Memorials may be made to Pierce City Senior Citizen's Center or The First Baptist Church in Pierce City, MO. 

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  b. May 3, 1922 d. Dec. 21, 2011 Tindell, Harold J. 3281757
  b. Nov. 12, 1913 d. Jul. 3, 1982 Springfield National Ceme...
  Springfield
  Greene County
  Missouri, USA

  December 22, 2011

Joplin Globe Newspaper Obituaries found Saturday December 24, 2011

• Allene Schroeder

  Allene Schroeder, age 83, passed away at 9:15 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 22, 2011, at Quaker Hill Manor, Lowell, Kan., following an illness.

  Allene was born May 8, 1928, in Galena, Kan. Her parents were Leo and Pansy (Burrows) Gandy. She had lived in the Riverton-Galena area all of her life.

  She had been a member of the Lostine Lassies and the Dorcas Club. She was a member of Riverton Friends Church, Riverton. Among her interest were camping, fishing, sewing and crocheting.

  She was married to Benjamin F. Brooks in 1946. He passed away Oct. 31, 1948. Then in 1949, she was united in marriage to William Wallace Bailey. She was last married to Leonard Schroeder in 1959. He died June, 1986. Her sister, Nadine Percy also preceded her in death.

  Surviving are two sons, Terry and Debra Brooks, and Tonny and Marjo Bailey, all of Riverton; six grandchildren, Keith Rawlins, Michelle Evans, Tracy Bailey, Jim Brooks, Jeff Brooks, and Colby Webb; 11 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; and one niece, Jana Joslin.

  Graveside services will be at 11:30 a.m., Monday, Dec. 26, in Quaker Valley Cemetery, Riverton. Pastor Wes Davis will officiate. The family will receive friends from 10 to 11 a.m., Monday at Derfelt Funeral Home, Galena.

  Memorial contributions may be made to Kansas Crippled Children’s fund, in care of the funeral home.

  Online condolences may be made at derfeltfuneralhome.com - www.meaningfulfunerals.net/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=1346707&fh_id=11054 

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  Quaker Valley Cemetery
  Riverton
  Cherokee County
  Kansas, USA
  
  Percy, M. Nadine Gandy 63558547
  b. Jan. 18, 1927 d. Dec. 18, 2010
  Iantha Cemetery
  Iantha
  Barton County
  Missouri, USA

  December 24, 2011

• Jon E. Moore

  Jon E. Moore

  Dec. 24, 1971 — July 15, 2010

  Forever in our hearts

  Happy Birthday 

  We love you Jon,

  Mom, Mike, Jeff, Cheryl and Samantha  www.masonwoodard.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=667074&fh_id=10713 - www.joplinglobe.com/obituaries/x1300293521/Jon-E-Moore 

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  Jon E. Moore
  (December 24, 1971 - July 15, 2010)

  Jon E. Moore, age 38 of Joplin, Mo. passed away late Thursday July 15, 2010 at St. John’s Regional Medical Center in Joplin.

  Jon was born on December 24, 1971 in Neosho, Mo. the son of Clair Moore and Linda (Lewis) Schwarting. He has been a lifetime area resident, Jon worked for Seneca Machine Shop as a programmer and operator, Jon built many projects for space, defense and medical research. He graduated as a Bi-Lingual Colonel Auctioneer.

  Jon is survived by his father and step-mother, Clair and Sue Moore of Galena, Ks., his mother and step-father, Linda and Michael Schwarting of Joplin, his brother, Jeff Moore and his family Cheryl and Samantha of Seneca, Mo., and by his aunt and uncle, Luann and Ken Lawrence of Kansas City, Mo., and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

  Memorial services have been scheduled for Monday July 19, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. at the Mason-Woodard Chapel, with a visitation to follow the service.

  Arrangements have been entrusted to Mason-Woodard Mortuary & Chapel.

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• Brian K. Medina

  Brian Keith Basauri Medina, infant son of Francisco Medina and Antonia Basauri Morales, passed away Friday, Dec. 16, 2011.

  Memorial services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Bath-Naylor Funeral Home, Pittsburg. www.bathnaylor.com/obituaries
  
  

  December 24, 2011

• Jack B. Strick

  Jack B. Strick, 80, a former heating and air businessman, passed away Friday, Dec. 23, 2011.

  Memorial services will be held at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Derfelt Funeral Home, Galena, Kan. derfeltfuneralhome.com

  December 24, 2011

• Allene Schroeder

  Allene Schroeder, 83, passed away Thursday, Dec. 22, 2011.

  Graveside services will be at 11:30 a.m. Monday in Quaker Valley Cemetery, Riverton. Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Monday at Derfelt Funeral Home, Galena, Kan. derfeltfuneralhome.com

  December 24, 2011

• James B. Storer

  James B. Storer, 78, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2011.

  No services are planned at this time. Arrangements are under the direction of Midland Cremation Society, Joplin, Mo. www.midlandcremation.com/obituaries

  December 24, 2011

• Rodney L. Sidenstricker

  Rodney Lee Sidenstricker, 62, a truck driver, passed away Thursday, Dec. 22, 2011.

  Services will be at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Simpson Funeral Home, Webb City. www.simpsonfh.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=1346044&fh_id=10549 

• Rodney Sidenstricker
  (July 7, 1949 - December 22, 2011)  Purcell – Rodney Lee Sidenstricker, 62, passed away on Thursday, December 22, 2011 at his home after a lengthy illness. He was born in Los Angeles, California on July 7, 1949 to Otto Sidenstricker and Rosella Macadoo Sidenstricker. Rodney was a truck driver most of his life. He is survived by his mother, Rosella Sidenstricker of Alba, Missouri son, Ron Sidenstricker and wife Lynn of Neck City, Missouri; daughters, Tammy Bergeron and husband Randy of Neck City, Missouri, Tricia Sidenstricker of Tyler, Texas, Julie Sidenstricker of Chicago, Illinois; brother, Roy Sidenstricker of Purcell, Missouri; sister, Jackie Collins and husband J.R. of Purcell, Missouri; 10 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. Rodney has been taken for cremation and the family will have services at a later date. Memorial Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society in his memory. Services are under the direction of Simpson Funeral Home in Webb City.

  December 24, 2011

• Daniel A. Inman

  Daniel A. Inman, 70, a retired B.F. Goodrich employee, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2011.

  Services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at First Christian Church, Miami. Arrangements are under the direction of Paul Thomas Funeral Home, Miami. http://hosting-24805.trib...daniel-a.-inman-92976242 

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  Daniel A. Inman of Miami, Oklahoma passed away Wednesday December 21, 2011 at his home. He was 70.

  He was born November 27, 1941 in Picher, Oklahoma to Orvall and Jeanette (Sweeten) Inman.

  He graduated from Picher High School in 1959. He worked and retired from B.F. Goodrich in Miami for 20 years as a pipefitter.

  He served in the U.S. Navy.

  He loved to tinker on thing he could get a tool on.

  He enjoyed going fishing and camping.

  He loved taking care of his family.

  He married Judy (Leatherman) Inman in Pleasanton, Missouri 1985, she survives of the home.

  He lived in the Picher and Miami area all his life.

  He is preceded in death by his parents, one daughter Bobbie Jo Sharbutt and one sister Janet Lawhead.

  Survivors include:

  Four sons

  Shawn Inman of Miami, OK

  Daniel Inman of Miami, OK

  Mike Sharbutt of Quapaw, OK

  Jason Sharbutt of Miami, OK

  Three daughters

  Cherie Weston and husband Tim of Monkey Island, OK

  Christen Sharbutt of Quapaw, OK

  Nancy Sharbutt of Miami, OK

  10 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren

  A Celebration of Life Service will be 10:00am Monday December 26, 2011 at First Christian Church in Miami, OK. Pastor Leon Weece will officiate.

  Professional services are being handled by Paul Thomas Funeral Home in Miami, Ok.

  December 24, 2011

• Margie E. Johnson

  Margie Edna Johnson, 87, a homemaker, passed away Friday, Dec. 23, 2011.

  Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Clark Funeral Home, Granby. Burial will be in Granby Memorial Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. www.clarkfuneralhomes.com/sitemaker/sites/clarkf0/obit.cgi?user=541472Johnson 

• Margie Edna Johnson, 87, Granby, died peacefully after a lengthy illness, Friday, December 23, 2011, at Freeman Neosho Hospital. She was born October 16, 1924, in Granby, to David Tanner and Ladosha ”Docia” (Burress) Tanner.
  Mrs. Johnson was a homemaker and a lifelong area resident. She was a member of the Church of Christ.
  Her husband, Thomas “Tommy” Johnson, preceded her in death in 1992. Also preceding her in death was a son, Larry Edward Johnson, in 1956; and siblings, William Minton Tanner, Charley Bryan Tanner, Bertha Susan Tanner, Earl David Tanner, Lloyd Lee Tanner, Ethel Jane Tanner, Hershel Price, Paul Harris, Louise Young, Erma Harris, Mona Tanner, Joyce Vance, Fay Tanner Judd, Sylvia Charlton, and Madge Tanner.
  Surviving is a daughter and son-in-law, Patsy and Lyndall Reynolds, of Independence, MO; a grandson, Jason Timothy Reynolds; a great-grandson, Thomas Nathaniel Reynolds; and a sister Hazel Miller, of Wichita, Kansas.

  Interment: Granby Memorial Cemetery

  December 24, 2011

• Mildred M. Parker

  Mildred M. Parker, 88, passed away Thursday, Dec. 22, 2011.

  Services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Simpson Funeral Home, Webb City. Burial will be in Mount Hope Cemetery. Visitation will be from 12 to 4 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. www.simpsonfh.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=1346045&fh_id=10549 

• Mildred Parker
  (October 10, 1923 - December 22, 2011) Webb City – Mildred M. Parker, 88, passed away on Thursday, December 22, 2011 at Webb City Health & Rehabilitation. She was born on October 10, 1923 in Independence, Missouri to Pearly Jeffries and Ethel Burton Jeffries. Mildred was a member of the Central Christian Church in Joplin and loved to sew in her spare time, and loved to travel with her husband. She was married to Ted Parker, Jr. and he preceded her in death on August 10, 2007. Mildred is survived by her brothers, William Jeffries and wife Alice of Independence, MO., Cecil Jeffries and wife Patricia of Sibley, MO., Harold Jeffries and wife Mary of Independence, MO., Nelson Jeffries and wife Jane of Independence, MO. Orville Jeffries and wife Sharon of Buckner, MO.; along with numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, December 27, 2011 at 1:00 p.m. in the chapel of Simpson Funeral Home in Webb City with Reverend Bob Easton officiating. Mildred will lie in state from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Monday at Simpson Funeral Home. Interment will be in Mount Hope Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Simpson Funeral Home in Webb City.

  December 24, 2011

• Donald C. Pope

  Donald C. Pope, 76, passed away Thursday, Dec. 15, 2011.

  No services are planned at this time. Arrangements are under the direction of Midland Cremation Society, Joplin, Mo. www.midlandcremation.com/obituaries 

  December 24, 2011

• William L. Tatum

  William Lee Tatum, 79, a retired truck driver, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2011.

  Services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Knell Mortuary, Carthage. Burial will be in Park

  Cemetery. Visitation will be from 9:30 to 10 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. www.knellmortuary.com 

• William Tatum b. 1/30/1932 - d. 12/21/2011

  William Lee Tatum, 79, Carthage, passed away Wednesday, December 21, 2011 at St. Luke’s Nursing Center, Carthage. William Lee Tatum was born January 31, 1932 in Carthage, Missouri, the son of Pete Tatum and Rachael Alene Cooper Tatum. Bill was an over-the-road independent truck driver for 20 years. He was a member of the Crossroads Baptist Church, Carthage. Survivors include a sister; Barbara (Stanley) Eden, Neosho; two brothers, Robert and Dick Tatum, Carthage; a Cousin and caregiver, Carol Terry and her son, J.T. Terry, Carthage and Cousin Gary Terry, Carthage. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Kenny Tatum. Visitation will be held from 9:30 – 10:00 A.M., Wednesday, December 28 in the Knell Mortuary Chapel. Funeral services will follow at 10:00 A.M. Pastor Bob Morgan will officiate. Interment will be in Park Cemetery, Carthage. Arrangements are under the direction of Knell Mortuary, Carthage, MO.

  December 24, 2011

• Robert A. Graham

  Robert A. Graham, 73, a retired teacher, passed away Thursday, Dec. 22, 2011.

  Services to be announced at a later date. Visitation will be from 6 to 7 p.m. Monday at Friskel Funeral Home, Frontenac. www.morningsun.net/obituaries/x1980199197/Robert-A-Graham 

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  Robert A. Graham

  The Morning Sun

  Posted Dec 23, 2011 @ 07:14 PM
  Saturday, December 24, 2011
   

  FRONTENAC — Robert A. Graham 73, of Frontenac, KS died 4:50pm Thursday December 22, 2011 at his home following an illness.  Robert passed away with his family and friends at his bedside after a valiant battle with cancer.  
  
  He was born October 11, 1938 in Dakota City, NE to Hazel Conture and Stanley Graham where he attended elementary and high school. 
  
  Robert graduated college from Wayne State with a Teaching Degree.
  
  Robert married Ruth Dougherty in 1959 and had four sons, Randy, Troy, Wes and Stephen. 
  
  In his career he wore many hats; he started as a teacher and this career took him many places such as Beemer, NE, Dubque, IA, McCook, NE, Minot, N.D., Nehawka, NE and Frontenac, KS.  
  
  During his tenure as a teacher he taught history, was a principal, helped in implementing Job Corps in McCook, NE.  From there he spent time in Vietnam for a year.  When returning to the states he took the position of the Chief of Education Department in Minot, ND and then Nehawka, NE.  Next he was an owner of Shields Adult Care in Pittsburg, KS.  
  
  Robert was preceded in death by his wife Ruth Graham and son Randy Graham.
  
  Robert was survived by his wife Marilyn and sons Troy, Wes and Steve.  Along with his sister Frances Tootie Bray and sixteen grandchildren. 
  
  Robert was very much a family oriented and a people person as shown by his choice of jobs over his lifetime and he will greatly missed by all who knew him.  
  
  Funeral Services are pending in South Sioux City, NE. 
  
  Visitation will be from 6-7pm Monday December 26, 2011 at the Friskel Funeral Home in Frontenac, KS. 
  
  Friends may call after 12pm Monday. 
  
  In lieu of flowers the family ask expressions of sympathy be in the form of memorials to Sacred Heart Catholic Church or the Via Christ Cancer Center. 
  
  E-mail condolences may be left at www.friskelfuneralhome.com.
  
  Arrangements are by Friskel Funeral Home of Frontenac, KS.
  

  December 24, 2011

• Carlene G. Cox

  Carlene Gunlock Cox, 68, a homemaker, passed away Friday, Dec. 23, 2011.

  Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Oak Grove Baptist Church. Burial will be in Ozark Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary, Joplin. www.parkermortuary.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=1347190&fh_id=10419 

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  Carlene Gunlock Cox, age 68 of Joplin, passed away at 12:52 p.m. on Friday, December 23, 2011 at Freeman West Hospital after a short illness.

  Born August 22, 1943 in Joplin, she was the daughter of the late Albert and Elsie Drake Gunlock, and lived in the area her lifetime.

  Carlene was a 1962 graduate of Neosho High School. She was a Christian and a devoted homemaker.

  On March 30, 1963 she married Carl G. Cox in Joplin. He survives.

  Additional survivors include one son, Kyle G. Cox, his wife Sara, his son, Grasyn, his daughter, Kylyn all of Joplin; one daughter, Carrie A. Cox and her daughter Chloe Deann, both of Lee’s Summit, Mo. Carlene was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Siblings surviving are Ronnie Gunlock and wife Dortha, Carol Griffin and husband Gene, Farol Newdigger and husband Don, Richard Gunlock and wife Ione; many nieces, nephews, and special friends who loved her dearly.

  A brother, Albert Gunlock, Jr., preceded her in death.

  Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 27th at Oak Grove Baptist Church with Rev. Johnny Wilkins and her nephew, Rev. Doug McCulley officiating.

  The family will receive friends at the church from 10:00 a.m. until service time on Tuesday.

  The casket will be closed.

  Interment will be in Ozark Memorial Park Cemetery with Jeff Cox, Kelly, Kevin and Tyler Gunlock, Todd Griesemer and John Goetting serving as active pallbearers.

  Honorary pallbearers will be Randy and Ricky Caruthers, David McCulley, Kendall Gunlock, Timmy Newdigger, Bradley and Jason Cox, Ken Williams and Colby Mitchell, Dustin Smith and Michael Caruthers.

  Memorial contributions may be made to Oak Grove Baptist Church or a charity of choice, in care of Parker Mortuary.

  December 24, 2011

Joplin Globe Newspaper Obituaries found Monday December 26, 2011

• Lisa A. Hays

  Lisa A. Hays, age 50, realized the promise of her Savior’s love late afternoon Friday, Dec. 23, 2011, at the University of Kansas Hospital in Kansas City, Kan. following a courageous and faithful battle with cancer.

  Lisa was born Jan. 27, 1961, in El Dorado, Kan. and was later adopted by her parents, Allen and Donna Miller.

  In 1979, Lisa graduated from Derby High School, Derby, Kan. In 1983, she earned a Bachelor’s of Biblical Literature degree from Ozark Christian College, Joplin, Mo., and received a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Elementary Education from Pittsburg State University, Pittsburg, Kan. in 2001.

  Lisa lived many places, including Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, Colorado and Texas, but Oswego became home. She loved music, and was an excellent vocalist and instrumentalist. Lisa adored writing and grammar and was an aspiring author. She was an avid runner, and loved the mountains and the ocean.

  She was a member of Oswego Christian Church, where she served her Lord faithfully. Lisa was a children’s group leader and led music at various youth activities.

  After spending her children’s early lives at home with them, she began her teaching career in 2001 in the Parsons, Kan. school district. Beginning in 2003, Lisa taught at Neosho Heights Elementary School, Oswego, and, in 2006, began teaching English at Oswego Middle School, where she was also Scholar Bowl coach.

  On March 9, 1985, Lisa married Phillip Hays at Countryside Christian Church in Pittsburg. He survives of the home.

  Additional survivors include one son, Caleb Jonathan Hays, a student at Pittsburg State University, Pittsburg; one daughter, Corrie Nicole Hays, a student at Oklahoma Christian University, Edmond, Okla.; her parents, Allen and Donna Miller, Olathe, Colo.; three brothers, Allen Wayne Miller and his wife, Elizabeth, El Paso, Texas, Brent Miller, California, Christopher Miller, and his wife, Chaleena, Denver, Colo.; four sisters, Diana Ladd, and her husband, Lee, Indianapolis, Ind., Tami McCay, and her husband, Jason, Olathe, Colo., Christina Aragon, and her husband, Joe, Montrose, Colo., Melody Colburn, and her husband, Patrick, Niles, Mich.; maternal grandparents, Don and Edna Watson, Wichita, Kan.; many nieces and nephews; and hundreds of dear friends and students.

  Before her death, she composed a list of the events in life for which she was most thankful. It began with cancer, but included her God, her family, her students, and her lifelong love of music.

  The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, Dec. 26, at Oswego Christian Church, Oswego. A celebration of Lisa’s life will be held at 2 p.m., on Tuesday, Dec. 27, at Oswego Christian Church, under the direction of Derfelt Funeral Home, Oswego. Minister Vernon Wells will officiate. Burial of her earthly body will be in Oswego Cemetery, Oswego.

  Memorial contributions may be made toward the publication of her book, Mommy Never Smoked. Proceeds will be given to the American Cancer Society Hope Lodge, Kansas City, Mo.

  Online condolences may be left at www.derfeltfuneralhome.com - www.meaningfulfunerals.net/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=1347512&fh_id=11793 

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  Hays, Lisa A Miller 82384439
  b. Jan. 27, 1961 d. Dec. 23, 2011
  Oswego Cemetery
  Oswego
  Labette County
  Kansas, USA

  December 26, 2011 1 Photo

• Victoria Susan Derryberry

  Victoria Susan “Susie” Derryberry, of Baxter Springs, Kan., left us on Saturday, Dec. 24th, 2011, at age 70.

  Susie was born on April 4th, 1941, in Joplin, Mo., but lived her entire life in Baxter Springs.

  In 1958, she was united in marriage to the love of her life, Harold Dean Derryberry.

  Susie received her Bachelor of Education degree from Missouri Southern State College, graduating with summa cum laude honors.

  She devoted her working life of 29 years to teaching middle and elementary school students in Baxter Springs. Her excellence in teaching led her to be elected as a member of the Who’s Who among American Teachers.

  She was a member of the Beta Sigma Phi sorority. As an avid reader and book lover, she played an active role in her position on the board of trustees of the Johnston Pubic Library in Baxter. She was also a lifelong member of the First Christian Church in Baxter Springs.

  Susie was best known among her friends and acquaintances for her ever-sharp sense of humor and artistic eye. She excelled at everything from sewing and tole-painting to stained glass, a craft that many women find physically challenging. A lover of all things beautiful, she spent many hours combing flea markets for the perfect addition to her home, which remains as a beautiful proof of her talents.

  Susie is preceded in death by her father, Les Williams; mother and step-father, Peggy Swa in Sweet and Jim Sweet; and only sibling, a younger brother, Kenneth Williams.

  She is survived by her husband and childhood sweetheart, Dean Derryberry; one son Michael Dean Derryberry of Dallas, Texas; daughter Lesli Ann Derryberry and son-in-law, Saifi Ahmad, of Karachi, Pakistan; and daughter Diane Elizabeth Derryberry of Dallas; as well as three grandchildren who she adored, Meleha and Alina Ahmad and Alec Ortega.

  Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Wednesday, Dec. 28, at the First Christian Church in Baxter Springs. Pastor Gregg Childress and Rev. Joseph Walters will officiate. Burial will take place in the Baxter Springs Cemetery and family will receive friends on Tuesday evening from 6 to 7 p.m. at Derfelt Baxter Chapel.

  In lieu of flowers, monetary donations may be made to a local organization which provides meals to the hungry. Checks may be made out to Trinity Worship Center and mailed to 2305 East 16th Street, Baxter Springs, KS 66713. Please see program website for additional information at www.wordiam.org .

  Online condolences may be expressed at derfeltfunerlahomes.com  - www.meaningfulfunerals.net/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=1347435&fh_id=11055 

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  Derryberry, Victoria Susan "Susie" Williams 82359367
  b. Apr. 4, 1941 d. Dec. 24, 2011
  Baxter Springs Cemetery
  Baxter Springs
  Cherokee County
  Kansas, USA

  December 26, 2011 1 Photo

• Velma C. Koenemann

  Velma C. Koenemann, 92, a farmer, passed away Sunday, Dec. 25, 2011.

  Services pending. Arrangements under the direction of Buchanan Funeral Home, Monett, Mo. www.buchananfuneralhomemonett.com/sitemaker/sites/Buchan1/obit.cgi?user=541809Koenemann 

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  Velma C. Koenemann

  March 31, 1919 - December 25, 2011

  Velma C. Koenemann, age 92, passed away on Sunday morning, December 25, 2011 at the Lawrence County Manor in Mt. Vernon, MO. Velma was born March 31, 1919 to Louis and Bertha Bracht of Freistatt, MO. She and husband Alvin were lifelong farmers in the Freistatt community. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Alvin; her brother, Melvin Bracht; and sister, Dora Koenemann. She was active in the Ladies Aid quilting and Braille Group of Trinity Lutheran Church. She also was a Red Cross volunteer and provided assistance in Disaster Relief for several years. Velma was very knowledgeable regarding handmade quilts. For many years she and daughter Jan enjoyed making various crafts out of old quilts and linens and selling them at local craft shows and bazaars. She was very proud that each of her children obtained college degrees. Velma is survived by her three children; Gary and wife Chara Koenemann, of Shawnee, KS, Dennis and wife Dianne Koenemann, of Manchester, MO and Janice Koenemann, of Springfield, MO. In addition, she is survived by four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Her sister-in-law, Evelyn Bracht, of Freistatt also survives. She leaves behind numerous cousins, nieces and nephews and countless friends. Velma will be greatly missed by all who knew her but will not be forgotten by all who loved her.
  
  Visitation will be held at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Freistatt on Wednesday, December 28, 2011 from 12:30 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. Funeral services will follow at 2:00 p.m. Reverend Barrett R. Buchmueller, officiating. Interment will be in the Trinity Lutheran Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions have been requested to the Trinity Lutheran Radio Broadcast, Trinity Lutheran School, Hospice Compassus, 1465 E. Primrose, Springfield, MO or the Alzheimer’s Association in care of the funeral home. The family would like to thank the Lawrence County Manor as well as Hospice Compassus of Springfield for their loving care, kindness and support they gave Velma. Arrangements are under the personal care and direction of Buchanan Funeral Home, Monett, MO.

  December 26, 2011

• Lisa A. Hays

  Lisa A. Hays, 50, a school teacher, passed away Friday, Dec. 23, 2011.

  Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Oswego Christian Church. Burial will be in Oswego Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of Derfelt Funeral Home, Oswego.

  December 26, 2011

• Thomas R. Dick

  Thomas R. Dick, 79, retired Air Force Master Sergeant, passed away Friday, Dec. 23, 2011.

  Private family services will be at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Daniel Funeral Home, Lamar. www.danielfuneralhome.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=329&Itemid=1 

• Thomas R. Dick, age 79, of rural Jerico Springs, Missouri, passed away Friday, December 23, 2011 at Mercy St. John's Hospital in Springfield.

  Tom was born April 14, 1932 at Palisade, Colorado, one of the two sons of Con & Edna (Connor) Dick.

  Tom was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Marion "Curly" Dick; and two nephews, Craig and Doug Dick.

  On April 14, 1978, at Greenfield, Missouri, Tom married Donna (Skager) White and she survives of the home.

  Also surviving are four sons and their wives, Elwyn & Christine White, Godfrey, Illinois, Kevin & Penny White, Lockwood, Trent & Cathy White, Aurora, and Gary & Nina White, Lamar; four daughters, Renee & husband Tim Sayler, Underwood, North Dakota, Marva & husband Bill Schnaufer, Lamar, Emily Kriebs, Mandan, North Dakota, and Jean Dick & partner Robert Boyd, Fair Grove. Tom leaves 22 grandchildren, Melanie, Britanie, Ashley, Bradley, Kailynn, Petra, Jordan, Ele, Thomas, Jessica, Rebecca, T.J., Cassie, Katie, Autumn, Seth, Tyler, Trevor, Michael, Samm, David, and Chris; and seven great-grandchildren, Garrett, Madyson, Addie, Johnny, Toby, Kambryn, and Kellen. He was looking forward the birth of two great-granddaughters, Eden and Jenny, this spring.

  Tom served in the U.S. Air Force for more than 20 years, retired as a Master Sergeant and was an active member of Lockwood American Legion Post 372. After a second career in farming, Tom was able to truly embrace retirement.

  He followed sports and was an enthusiastic St. Louis Cardinals baseball fan.

  Through television, he kept up with current affairs and politics.

  He and Donna found time for enjoyable day trips to area casinos. But time spent with family and friends was his favorite pastime.

  Tom will be forever remembered by his children and grandchildren for his quick wit, wonderful songs, and uncanny sense of humor.

  Honoring Tom's wishes, he was cremated and a private family service will be held at a later date.

  December 26, 2011

• Lorene Winningham

  Lorene Winningham, 82, formerly of Lamar, Mo., passed away Thursday, Dec. 22, 2011.

  Services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Daniel Funeral Home, Lamar. Burial will be in Bethlehem Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. www.danielfuneralhome.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=328&Itemid=1 

• Lorene Owens Winningham, 82, of 103 N. Division St., Flora, died Thursday-Dec. 22, 2011 at 10:45pm at St. Elizabeth Healthcare Center-Delphi. She had been in failing health since July and a resident there the past month.

  She moved to Flora from Lamar, MO in 2006.

  She was born May 26, 1929 in Redding, KS, to the late Efton & Gertrude Hagwood Owens.

  Her marriage was to Willie F. Winningham in Bentonville, Ark., on December 22, 1947, and he preceded her in death on Oct. 12, 1990.

  She was a Golden City Missouri 1947 high school graduate, and attended college in Springfield.

  She was a homemaker and also cooked at her local school for 5 years.

  While in Indiana, she attended the First Assembly of God Church in Delphi, and was a member of the Lamar First Assembly of God Church in Missouri.

  She was an avid reader, and loved to sew.

  Survivors include one daughter, Renita & Gary Overholser of Cutler, IN; one son, Howard L. Winningham of Mt. Vernon, WA; one brother, Calvin & LaWanda Owens of Springfield, MO; her twin sister, Florene Glines-Scherer Moline, IL; two grandchildren, Eric & Candice Overholser and Julie & Kelvin Ford; six great grandchildren: Brogan, Colt, & Bailey Overholser and Shon, Quinton, and Gabriel Ford.

  Lorene was preceded by an infant son, Steven Wayne; two sisters and two brothers.

  Friends may call Monday from 5-7 pm at Baker-Abbott Funeral Home, Flora, IN.

  Services will be Wednesday in Lamar, MO, viewing 11 am until her funeral at 1pm, at Daniel Funeral Home.

  Burial at Bethlehem Cemetery, Barton Co., MO.

  Memorial Contributions are suggested to the Autism Society of IN 13295 Illinois St, Suite 110, Carmel, IN 46032, Parkinson’s Society, or the American Heart Association.

• Winningham, Lorene Owens 82328934
  b. May 26, 1929 d. Dec. 22, 2011
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  December 26, 2011

• James D. Moore

  Dr. James D. Moore, 82, retired director of Miami Indian Heal Service, passed away Saturday, Dec. 24, 2011.

  Services will be at 6 p.m. Tuesday at Paul Thomas Funeral Home, Miami. Graveside services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday in Star Cemetery, Star, Okla. http://hosting-24805.trib...mes-davis-moore-93013725 

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  Miami, OK. - James Davis Moore, age 82 passed away Saturday December 24th at 2:30p.m.

  Born in Star, Ok. January 14th 1929, to B.C. and Anna Moore. They moved to California and later to Washington where he graduated from Kenniwick High School at age 15. He then attended NSU, Tahlequah, for two years before enlisting in the Army 82nd Airborne Div. By age 18 he was promoted to Corporal and received WWII Victory Medal.

  On February 17, 1950, Jim married his wife of 62 years, Ardina Revard Moore. The couple moved to Miami, where James attended Pittsburg State and later joined the U.S. Air Force, 3575th Plt. Trng Wng. Jim received his B.S. degree at Northeastern in Tahlequah, Ok where he was a a member of the Phi Sigma Epsilon Fraternity.

  He taught school at Keota, Ok then was accepted into OU Medical School and graduated in 1961. While attending college he served in the 45th Division Ok National Guard.

  After his internship at St. Anthony's Hospital in Oklahoma City, they moved to Stigler to start a family practice, where Dr. Moore became the County Health Director and Chief of Staff for the Haskell Co. Hospital. In 1966-67 he became a Research Association for the OU School of Medicine, and in 1964 became the Chief Medical Officer and Director of the Oklahoma State Penitentiary Medical Research Unit, a Div of the OU Medical Research Unit. From 1967 - 78 he was the Director of the Deer Lodge Research Unit for the Univ. of Montana Foundation. Both units conducted chronic safety-tolerance studies in areas of drug metabolism pharmacokinetics, drug interaction, and initial introduction of new drugs to man. While in Montana he served as the Reserve Commander of 2 M.A.S.H. units, the 396th St. Hosp. and 115th Med. Det (SURG) in Missoula and Helena.

  From 1966 to 1971, Dr. Moore authored papers appearing in the Journal of New Drugs, The Journal of Clinical Pharmacology, Drug Information Bulletin, Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics, and presented papers at the American Society for Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics.

  In 1978 he was appointed a commission in the US Public Health Service, IHS in Miami, OK and served as Chief Medical Officer for 14 years, achieving the rank of Captain before retiring in 1993.

  He was a 32nd degree Mason, Shriner, Royal Order of Jester, all Masonic Orders.

  He is preceded in death by his parents, twin sister, Mavis Keese of CA, an infant son, James Buckner.

  He is survived by his wife Ardina, and four children, Steven and spouse Linda Moore, Suzanne Moore and spouse Jay Litchfield, and Martha Moore Barker and spouse Terry Barker all of Tulsa, and James and spouse Albina Moore of Auburn, WA. Grand Children Joshua Saari, Brian Moore, Joseph Byrd, Candice Byrd, Julia Byrd, Guy Barker, J.P. Barker, Chad Moore, Chase Moore, Nichole Moore, James Davis Moore III., three Great Grand Children, and nephews James, Allen, John and Bill Keese.

  Friends and Family are invited to a celebration of life Tuesday Dec. 27th From 6-8 at Paul Thomas Funeral Home, Miami, Ok.

  Graveside Masonic and Military Rites Wednesday Dec. 28th 1pm Star Cemetery, Star, OK.

  Online condolences may be made at www.paulthomasfuneralhomes.com.  

• Moore, James Davis "Jim" 82395853
  b. Jan. 14, 1929 d. Dec. 24, 2011
  Star Cemetery
  Star (Haskell County)
  Haskell County
  Oklahoma, USA

  December 26, 2011