MARTHA MAY RICE
        Martha May Rice, 86, Topeka, Kansas passed away Wednesday, December 19, 2001 at a Topeka retirement center. 
        Martha was born in Plattsburg, Missouri, September 9, 1915, the daughter of Jay William and Minnie E. (Hartell) Holmes. 
      In 1951 she and Frank Ball were married and lived in Topeka, Kansas until his death in 1955. 
      On June 19, 1959 she was united in marriage to C.C. Rice, who preceded her in death June 7, 1999.  Also preceding her in death were her parents, one sister, Agnes Kirk, and one brother, Harold H. Holmes.  She and C.C. had no children.  Survivors include:  five nieces, D'Arlene Aldrich, Page Campbell, Patricia Holmes Johnson, Hollace Holmes Flynn, Pamela Holmes and one nephew, Bruce L. Holmes.  She is also survived by many grand-nieces and grand-nephews. 
      Martha was raised and attended school in Plattsburg, Missouri.  she graduated from Northwest Missouri State Teachers College in Maryville, Missouri, majoring in music and commerce.  She was an executive secretary at Research Institute of America in Kansas City, Missouri.  After moving to Topeka she worked at the Kansas State Board of Education. 
     Music played a very important part in her life.  She was  a member of the First United Methodist Church, Topeka, where she sang in the choir played piano and violin.  She was very instrumental in forming the Downtown Daycare Center at the First United Methodist Church, Topeka.  She was a leader in her church and devoted to helping others.  Mrs. Rice served as a volunteer for the American Red Cross. 
     Mrs. Rice will lie in state after 2:00 p.m. Friday, December 21, 2001 at the Penwell-Gabel Mid Town Chapel, Topeka.  Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, December 22, 2001 at Wesley Hall at Aldersgate Village.  A second service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, December 24, 2001 at the Cox Funeral Home Plattsburg, Missouri with burial to follow at the Greenlawn Cemetery, Plattsburg, Missouri.  Memorial Contributions may be given to the Good Samaritan Fund at Aldersgate Village, 7220 SW Asbury Drive, Topeka, Kansas 66614 or the United Methodist Women at First United Methodist Church, 600 SW Topeka Blvd., Topeka, Kansas 66603.  Penwell-Gabel Mid Town Chapel is in charge of arrangements. 

Beverly J. Reynolds
 Beverly J. (Boswell) Reynolds, 67, of Gower, passed away, Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2001 at her home. 
 She was born on January 23, 1934 to Ezra and Mattie (Thompson) Boswell in Stony Point. Beverly grew up in Grayson where she attended grade school and high school in Gower. On March 30, 1950  she was united in marriage to Melvin Reynolds. After their marriage they lived in the Gower community. 
 Beverly was a homemaker and also worked at the Gower Convalescent Center for 17 years as a nursing assistant. 
 Beverly was preceded in death by her parents, one step-sister, Hazel Walters, and a great-granddaughter, Ameriee Reynolds. 
 She is survived by her husband, Melvin of the home; a daughter, Sharon Barnett; two sons, Gary Reynolds and Rick Reynolds, all of St. Joseph; a sister, Bonnie Leakey, Braymer; two brothers, Bill Boswell, Sr., Gower and twin brother, Buddie Boswell, Edgerton; a step-sister, Mary Thrasher, Destin, FL; five grandchildren; six great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews; other relatives and many friends. 
 Funeral services was held Friday, December 21, 2001, at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower with burial in the Allen Cemetery, Gower. 

Willard R. Madson
 Willard (Bill) R. Madson, 87, of Plattsburg, died Sunday, Dec. 16, 2001 at the Oakridge Nursing Home in Plattsburg. 
 Mr. Madson was born on Nov. 21, 1914 in Hawarden, IA where he attended school. Mr. Madson also received his Bachelors degree in engineering from the Iowa State University. 
 Mr. Madson was employed as an engineer at the Ford Motor Company. He lived in rural Plattsburg for over thirty years on his farm known as "Little Sioux". He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church and the Rotary Club both of Plattsburg. He also served in the United States Army during WWII. 
 Preceding him in death were his parents, William and Caroline (Robey) Madson; two brothers, Rodney and Robert. 
 Survivors include two brothers, Donald Madson of Edwardsville, IL and Daniel Madson of Salem, OR. 
 The body has been cremated under the direction of the Cox Funeral Home, Plattsburg. There are no service arrangements. 

Vern Bagley
 Vern "Shorty" Bagley, 94, Plattsburg, died Friday, December 14, 2001 at a Plattsburg Healthcare Center. 
 Mr. Bagley was an electrician for over forty years with the former Missouri Power and Light before retiring. 
 Born  August 27, 1907, in Monroe County, he graduated from Utica High School, Utica, MO and attended Coin Electric Trade School in Chicago. He spent most of his life in the Plattsburg area. 
 Mr. Bagley served in the United States Army during World War II. 
 He married Mary J. Shepherd in Plattsburg. She preceded him in  death in 1969. 
 Also preceding him in death were his parents, Parl and Josephine (Barnes) Bagley; four sisters, Vida Kirtley, Vinita Peyton, Vivian Monroe and Velta Bagley; two brothers, Victor and Volney Bagley. 
 Mr. Bagley was a member of the Baptist Church, Utica; the VFW and American Legion Post, Plattsburg. 
 Survivors include a sister, Virginia Norstrom of Des Moines and several nieces and nephews. 
 Services were held Sunday, at the Cox Funeral Home with interment and military services in the Green Lawn Cemetery, Plattsburg.   The family suggests memorial gifts to Ellis Elementary School Library or Oakridge Convalescent Center. 

Lloyd Piepergerdes
 Lloyd Piepergerdes, 98, Plattsburg, died Thursday, Dec. 13, 2001. 
 Mr. Piepergerdes was an oil and gasoline salesman for Manhattan Oil Company, Osborn. He also worked  for Philips; Petroleum Company, Kansas City. 
 Mr. Piepergerdes was born on June 20, 1903, in Stewartsville where he graduated from high school. He served as a machinist in the Navy during World War II. 
 He was a member of the Community of Christ, where he was an elder and taught Sunday School. He also served as a Boy Scout Master. 
 On January 1, 1930, he  married Frances Lawson in St. Joseph. She survives of the home. 
 Preceding him in death were his parents, Henry and Lydia; three brothers, Earl, William and Kenneth; a sister, Josephine. 
  There are no additional survivors. 
 Service was held Monday at the Poland-Thompson Funeral Home Chapel, Cameron with burial in the Osborn Evergreen Cemetery in Osborn. Memorials, donor's choice. 

Twila L. Hendrix
 Twila L. Hendrix, 61, of Raytown, formerly of Gower, passed away, Thursday, Dec. 13, 2001 at a hospital in Kansas City. 
 She was born on June 24, 1940 to Abe and Mamie (Roberts) Fletcher in Gower. She grew up and attended school in Kansas City. 
 On Sept. 6, 1966 she was united in marriage to Thomas L. Hendrix. After their marriage they lived in California, Washington, South Carolina and in 1975 they moved to Raytown, and lived there since. He survives of the home. 
 Twila was a member of the Southview Baptist Church in Raytown. 
 Preceding her in death were her parents; two brother, Robert  and Donald Fletcher; and a sister, Opal Rogers. 
 Additional survivors include a daughter, Teri Glor and husband, Mike, Kansas  City; a son Troy Hendrix and wife, Tina, Independence; two grandchildren, Candice Hendrix and Thomas Hendrix; two brothers, Arvil Fletcher, Anaheim, CA and Irvin Fletcher, Arvada, CO; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends. 
 Funeral services were held Dec. 17, 2001 at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower with burial in Number Six Cemetery, Gower. Donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association. 

Truman N. Thacker
 Truman N. Thacker 77, of Gilbert, AZ, died December 11, 2001. 
 Truman graduated from Gower  High School and retired from the United States Air Force and from the Maricopa County Attorney's office. 
 He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Anna Thacker; brothers,  Glenn, Donald and Eugene; a sister, Virginia Perez. 
 Survivors include his wife, Dorothy; daughter, Truanne Rathburn; sons, Edward, Larry and David; sister, Lois Carter, Plattsburg; brother Wm Dwight of Packwood, WA. 
 Military graveside service was held at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona in Phoenix on Friday, December 14, 2001. 

Charlene Buckler
 Charlene Buckler, 82, of Camden Point, passed away, Tuesday, December 11, 2001 at the Gower Convalescent Center in 
Gower. 
 She was born on May 5 1919 to George and Alice Marie (McMillian) Sharp near Dearborn and grew up and attended school in Platte County. 
 On March 17, 1934, she was united in marriage to Gilbert Buckler in Leavenworth. After their marriage they lived in Platte County near Camden Point and in 1986 they moved into Camden Point. He survives of  the home. 
 Charlene was a member of the Camden Point Baptist church where she was in charge of the church nursery. 
 Preceding her in death were her parents; two grandchildren, Kevin and Christy; a brother, George Sharp;  and a sister, Helen Buckler. 
 Additional survivors include, three sons, William G. "Dubs" Buckler,  Naples, FL, Jerry Buckler, Oklahoma City and Duane Lee Buckler, Sonnyville, CA; a daughter, Mae Boone, San Carlos, AZ;  eight grandchildren, Carol, Dianna, Jason, Pat, Sandy, Pam, Mike aAnd Dana Lee; six great-grandchildren; a brother, Sam Sharp, Kansas City; a sister, Evelyn Reed, Smithville, other relatives and many friends. 
 Funeral services were held Friday, Dec. 14, 2001 at the Camden Point Baptist Church with burial in the Pleasant Ridge Cemetery, in Weston. Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower was in charge of arrangements. 

J. D. Noble
 J.D. Noble, 89, of Agency, formerly of Dearborn, passed away, Monday, December 3, 2001 at Heartland Regional Medical Center in St. Joseph. 
 He was born on September 7, 1912 to William and Lucy (Johnson) Noble in Dearborn and graduated from the Dearborn High School. 
 On February 17, 1932 he was united in marriage to Madonna Sherwood in St. Joseph. After their marriage they lived near Dearborn, later moving to St. Joseph and in 1943 they moved to rural Agency where they made their home. His wife, Madonna, preceded him in death on June 18, 1996. 
 J.D. farmed, worked for the Children's Home in St. Joseph, was a grain inspector for USDA and worked for Swift and Company in St. Joseph for 26 years, retiring in1970. 
 J.D. was a member of the Frazier Baptist Church where he served as a Deacon and Superintendent of the Sunday School and was also a 49 year member of the Gower Masonic Lodge #397. 
 He was also preceded in death by his parents, a daughter, Jo Ann Barton; two grandchildren, David and Ellen; a brother, Glen Noble; and a niece, Mary Scott. 
 Survivors include a daughter, Joyce King and husband John, St. Joseph, with whom he made his home; five grandchildren, Jo Lynn, Allen, Brian, Jeffrey and Leah who also cared for him; twelve great-grandchildren; a brother, Fred Noble, Faucett; several nieces, cousins and many friends. 
 Funeral services were held Wednesday, December 5th, at the Frazier Baptist Church with burial in the Dearborn Cemetery. Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower was in charge of arrangements. 

Jack D. Lizar
 Jack Dwight Lizar, 72, of Smithville, passed away Saturday, December 8, 2001 at North Kansas City Hospital. 
 He was born on November 23, 1929, in Trimble and lived in the area his entire life. 
 Jack was preceded in death by his son, Bob, in 1989; his parents, Jewell and Bessie Lizar in 1983; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, John and Mary Golden in 1985 and 86  respectively. 
 Jack graduated from Plattsburh High School in 1947. He served in the U.S. Navy. On Sept. 2, 1950 Jack married the love of his life, JoAnne Golden. Married 51 years, Jack and JoAnne exeplified the best of what a marriage should be. Together they raised five wonderful and devoted children. 
 In 1950 the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers accepted Jack as a journey man electrician member. Before long, Jack became known as a superb craftsman "who made things happen." 
 Jack supervised electrical work on many construction projects in the area, among them the Veterans Hospital, Truman Medical Center and KCI International airport. Jack's dedication to Sachs Electric company resulted in his receiving the Samuel C. Sachs Award of Merit. When Sachs relocated to St. Louis, Jack became superintendent for Reynolds Electric. In 1991, Jack retired to his favorite pastimes. He enjoyed playing cards with friends, fishing and hunting and having fun with the "uncouth group." As an avid outdoorsman, Jack was a morning person who loved to watch the sun rise. 
 Jack's charitable giving was enormous. He volunteered his skills as a craftsman to build the Good shepherd  Catholic Church. He did the same thing for relatives and friends. Jack's committee work for Northview Heights Housing Authority and for the Plattsburg High School Alumni Association, filled out a busy retirement schedule. 
 Jack is survived by his wife, JoAnne; children, Mary Lizar, Lisa Barber and her husband John, Teresa Lizar, John Lizar and his wife, Gabriele;        grandchildren, Jonnae, Jason, Robert, Jacquelynn and Joshua; brother Bob Lizar and his wife, Marion and their children. 
 Mass of Christian Burial was held Tuesday, Dec. 11, 2001, at the Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Smithville with burial in Resurrection Cemetery, Kansas City North. Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville was in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to the Good Shepherd Catholic Church's    Building Fund, Smithville,  MO 64089. 

Sarah B. McCoy
 Sarah Beth McCoy, 15, of Easton, was found Wednesday, December 5, 2001, near  Gower, the victim of a homicide. 
 Sarah was born on August 18, 1986 to George and Michele (Jennings) McCoy in St. Joseph. She grew up in Easton and was a freshman at East Buchanan High School in Gower. While in middle school she was active in softball, volleyball, basketball, track, school plays, Science Olympiad and peer mediation. Her high school activities included softball, Future Farmer's of America and choir. 
 Sarah attended the First Baptist Church of Gower. 
 She was preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, Fred Peery, and paternal great-grandfathers, George McCoy and Ivan Sell. 
 Survivors include her parents, George and Michele McCoy; a brother Kyle McCoy all of the home; paternal grandparents, George McCoy, Sr., Elwood, KS and Nancy Peery, Stewartsville; maternal grandparents, Bud and  Evona Jennings, Chanute, KS; paternal great-grandmothers, Lena McCoy and Ruth Veraguth, both of St. Joseph; several uncles, aunts, other relatives and many friends. 

Ray Farmer
 Ray Farmer, 89, Cowgill, died Tuesday, Dec. 4, 2001 at a health-care center in Braymer. 
 Mr. Farmer, who had been engaged in farming until retiring served as assessor for Lincoln Township for two terms. He also was active in the soil conservation program in Caldwell County. 
  Born in Caldwell County on April 13, 1912, he was a member of the Cowgill Baptist Church and had served on the Cowgill School Board. In 1938, he married Fern Shaffer. She died in 1981. In 1982, he married Fern Stoner. She died in 1983.  In 1987, he married Louise Kirkpatrick. She survives of the home. 
 Mr. Farmer also was preceded in death by his parents, John and Alice; three brothers, John, Jesse and an infant; and two sister, Clara Farmer and May Adair 
 Additional survivors include, three sons, Rodney and Randy, both of Cowgill and Mike of Kearney; a daughter, Janet Stonum, Lathrop; 10 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. 
 Service was held Friday, Dec. 7, 2001, at the Bailey Funeral Home, Polo with burial in the Cowgill Cemetery. 

Brenda J. Phillips
 Brenda J. (Wells) Phillips, 58, Kansas City, KS, formerly of St. Joseph died Monday, Dec. 3, 2001, at her residence. 
 Mrs. Phillips was a driver for St. Joseph Transit and later for Hertz Car Rental at Kansas City International Airport. 
  Born in Mansfield, PA, on Dec. 26, 1942, she lived in St. Joseph and Kansas City, most of her life. 
 Mrs. Phillips was preceded in death by her mother, Marian Wells; and a sister, Becky Holly. 
 In addition to her husband, James of the home she is survived by three daughters, Mary Prather, Gower, Dawn Holcomb, Platte City and Tiffiny Eiman, El Paso, TX; two step-daughters, Tanya Phillips, Kansas City, KS and Diana Gordon, Omaha; her father, Francis Wells, Mansfield; a sister, Debbie Jefferies, Lakeland, FL; a brother, Sam Wells, Elmira, NY and 10 grandchildren. 
 Graveside memorial service and inurnment will be held Friday, Dec. 7, 2001 at the Leavenworth  National Cemetery. Arrangements were made by Porter Funeral Home, Kansas City, KS. 

Beverly   J. Schultz
 Beverly Janice (Denison) Schultz, 69, Stewartsville, died Sunday, Dec. 2, 2001, at a St. Joseph hospital. 
 Mrs. Schultz had been employed by the Cameron Community Hospital as a nurse's aide, and was a registered beautician. 
  Born in Osborn, KS, on July 31, 1932, she had lived in Liberty from 1960 until moving to Stewartsville in 1973. 
 Mrs. Schultz was a graduate of the Chapman High School in Chapman, KS and a member of the St. Paul Lutheran Church in St. Joseph. 
 On May 4, 1957, she married Willis Schultz in Kansas City. He survives of the home. 
 Mrs. Schultz was preceded in death by a daughter, Stacy Schultz; and her parents, Ralph and Celestina Denison. 
 Additional survivors include a son, Kevin, Gower; two daughters, Janna Eiberger, King City and Willa Wilson, Stewartsville; two brothers, Raymond, Worthington, MN and Vernon, Hermiston, OR; two sisters, Wilma Schilling Vancouver, WA and Donna Armenta, Hermiston; a step-son and four granddaughters. 
 Service was held Wednesday, Dec. 5. 2001, St. Paul Lutheran Church, St. Joseph with burial in the Stewartsville Cemetery. Bram-Summerfield Funeral Home, Stewartsville had charge of arrangements. 
 Memorials may be made to the St. Paul Lutheran School, 4715 Frederick Blvd., St. Joseph, MO 64506; or in care of the funeral home, PO Box 69, Stewartsville, MO 64490 

J.E. (Dick) Powell
 John Edmond Powell, age 91, of Lathrop passed away Saturday, Dec. 1, 2001 at the Liberty Hospital in Liberty. 
 Dick was born May 7, 1910 near Gilliam and had lived in the Lathrop area most of his adult life. He was a member of the Gilliam Baptist Church and was a graduate of the Gilliam High School. 
 He was a charter member of the Lathrop Antique Car, Tractor, and Engine Association in Lathrop and a former member of the Cameron Saddle Club. 
 Dick moved to Lathrop in 1930 to work in road construction. Then during WWII, Dick moved to San Diego, CA and in 1939 began work at Consolidated Aircraft producing the B-24 Liberators. In 1945, he returned to Lathrop to begin farming. On October 13, 1940, he was united in marriage to Frances Jones in Yuma, AZ and she survives of the home. 
 He was preceded in death by his parents, Benjamin Franklin and Flora Belle Powell; three brothers, Claude, Floyd and R. Powell; four sisters, May Epperson, Anna Horner, Irene Silver and Virginia Deis 
 Survivors include a son, Daryl Powell of Lathrop; a daughter, Debra Heisler of Hershey, PN; five grandchildren, Andrea Powell, Chad and Chet Irby, Justin and Joshua Powell; a step-grandson, Joseph Heisler III; two great-grandchildren; a brother, B.F. (Jack) Powell of Lathrop and a sister, Frances Barnes of Excelsior Springs, 
 Funeral services were held Tuesday, Dec. 4, 2001 at the Country Church located at the Antique Show Grounds south of Lathrop with burial in the Lathrop Cemetery with the Bailey Funeral Home in charge of  arrangements. 
 Memorial contributions may be made to the Lathrop Antique Car, Tractor and Engine Association. 

Rosa L. Arnold
 Rosa Lee Arnold, 81, of Smithville, died Nov. 29, 2001, on the 61st anniversary of her wedding to her beloved husband, George. He survives of the home. 
 Rosa Lee was born on May 18, 1920 in Smithville to Clifford Delmar and Myrtle Mae Shepherd. She was a member of the First Baptist church of Smithville, and Past Worthy Matron of the Garland Chapter of the Eastern Star in Smithville.  She was preceded in death by her parents, and a brother, Willard. 
 Additional survivors include a daughter, Sheryle Jeans and husband  James, Platte County; a son, Robert  Arnold and wife, Barbara; two grandchildren, Jeff Arnold and wife, Michele and Michelle Bellmer and husband, Geoff; four great-grandchildren, Morgan and Peyton Bellmer and Jessica and Sam Arnold; her sister, Katherine Petitt, all of Smithville and her sister-in-law, Hattie Arnold, Kansas city. 
 Funeral services were held Saturday, Dec. 1, 2001 at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville with the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 

Charles E. Johnson
 Charles Edwin Johnson,  84, of Gladstone, formerly of Edgerton, passed away, Wednes-day, Nov. 28, 2001 at his home. 
 He was born on Dec. 12,1916 to Edwin and Hallie (Moore) Johnson, near Edgerton where he grew up and late graduated from Edgerton High School. 
 On March 15, 1940 he was united in marriage to Ida Elizabeth Newman. After their marriage they lived near Edgerton where they farmed and later moved near Lathrop where they continued farming. In 1947 they moved to North Kansas City and in 1960 they moved to South Kansas City; In 1988 they moved to Gladstone where they made their home. Ida survives him of the home. 
 Charles also worked for Foremost dairy in Kansas City for over 32 years, and later worked for the Shawnee Mission South School District. 
 He was a member of the United Methodist Church, a fifty year member of the Adelphi Masonic Lodge #355 AF & AM, both in Edgerton and also the  Teamsters Union Local 207 in Kansas City. 
 Charles was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Howard Johnson. 
 Additional survivors include three daughters, Linda Garner and husband John, Parkville, Judy Johnson, Arvada, CO, Cheryle Philllips, Kansas City; one son, Chuck Johnson and wife, Teena, Lawrence, KS; four grandchildren, Heidi Evans, Andrew Phillips, Alyssa Johnson and Ashley Johnson;  two sisters, Nell Heath and husband, Harold, and Mary Frances Smith all of Edgerton; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends. 
 Funeral services were held Saturday, Dec. 1, 2001 at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville with burial in the Ridgely Cemetery. 

Christina M. Chavez
 Mrs. Christina M. Chavez, 61, Plattsburg, died Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2001 at her home. Mrs. Chavez was born Sept. 4, 1940 in Toronto, OH. 
 Mrs. Chavez was employed by Argosy Casino in Kansas City where she worked in guest services. She had been employed there for 7 years. 
 Mrs. Chavez was proceeded in death by her parents, Philip and Eileen (Holder) Eger; an infant son, Lance Wymer; a brother, George Eger. 
 Survivors include  two daughters, Tresa Secrist and Cindy Piverel both of Plattsburg; two sons, Ernest Wymer of Fontana, CAa and Donnie Wymer of Plattsburg; two brothers, Jim Eger and Ralph Eger both of Highland, CA; two sisters, Kay Gutzmann of Ontario, CA and Becky Morrison of Fontana, CA; 7 grandchildren; one great-grandchild. 
 Graveside service and burial was held Saturday, Dec. 1, 2001 at the Green Lawn Cemetery, Plattsburg with the Cox Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 

Mary H. Morgan
 Mary H. Morgan of Kansas City, formerly of Lathrop, passed away Saturday, November 24, 2001, at a health care center in Kansas City. 
 Mary was born in Lathrop and had lived in this area all of her life. She taught for many years in the Kansas City School District, retiring in 1972. She was a graduate of the Kansas City Teachers' College and received a Master's Degree in elementary Education for Northwestern University. 
 She was a member  of the PEO Sisterhood, Alpha Eta Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma, College Club of K.C., the Women's City Club, Presidents and Past-Presidents' General Assembly and Retired Teachers' Association. Mary was also a member of the Wornal Road Baptist Church. 
 She was preceded in death by her parents, A.J. "Bert" and Nellie Budlong Morgan; a brother, J. Nelson Morgan and a sister, Laverne Chenoweth. 
 Survivors include nieces and nephews and a brother-in-law. 
 Graveside services are being held today, Thursday, November 29, 2001 at the Lathrop Cemetery with Bailey Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 

Floyd E. Jirrels
 Floyd E. Jirrels was born April 5, 1900 to Isaac and Ardelia (Mooney) Jirrels. He passed away on November 20, 2001 at Community Springs Nursing Home in El Dorado Springs, MO at 101 years of age. 
 On February 9, 1933 Floyd was united in marriage to Irene Bertha Dowell in South Coffeeville, OK. Irene preceded him in death on March 8, 1994. 
 Floyd lived many years in Winfield, KS and was a member of the Elks Lodge. He worked for Boeing Aircraft in Wichita for 25 years, retiring in 1965. He lived on a farm near El Dorado Springs for several years before moving to town in 1979. 
 Floyd was also preceded in death by his two son, Floyd E. Jirrels, Jr. and H. Deane Jirrels. 
 Survivors include his two daughters, Gayle Grantham of Escondido, CA, and Sondra O'Connor of Plattsburg; 12 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, other relatives and many friends. 
 Graveside services were held Sunday, Nov. 25 at   the El Dorado Springs City Cemetery. 
 Donations may be sent to the Plattsburg Senior Center. 

Dorothy M. Huxtable
 Dorothy M. Huxtable, age 81, of Holt, passed away Monday, Nov. 19, 2001 at the Cameron Hospital. 
 Dorothy was born March 15, 1920 in Eldorado Springs and had lived most of her life in the Holt area. She was a homemaker and had worked for Mick's Egg Farm in Holt for over 12 years. She was a member of the Holt Baptist Church.  On March 18, 1938, Dorothy was united in marriage to Marvin Huxtable in Plattsburg. He preceded her in death in 1989. Also preceding her in death were her parents, Edwin and Lillian Pace Amos and a sister, Ann Wade. 
 Survivors include three sons, Marvin Huxtable Jr. of Liberty, Morris Huxtable of Humansville and Jay Huxtable of Holt; two daughters, Mildred George of Fristo and Bessie Snitker, Independence; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. 
 Funeral services were held Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2001at the Morris Bailey Chapel in Holt with burial in the Antioch Cemetery, Holt.

Aletha C. Mellon
 Aletha Carolyn Mellon, age 83, of Lathrop, passed away Monday, Nov. 19, 2001 at her home in Lathrop. 
 Aletha was born April 27, 1918, in Lathrop and had lived most of her life in the area. She was a member of the Lathrop First Baptist Church where she had served as organist and pianist for many years. She was a member of the PEO Chapter S in Lathrop and owned Mellon's Market in Lathrop. 
 She was preceded in death by her parents, Pleasant William and Dot Faye Morse Moore and a brother, Charles Moore. 
 Survivors include four daughters: DeAnn Pritchett and Susie Freece, both of Lathrop, Betty Moon of Kansas City and Jane Mings of Blue Springs; a sister, Frances Curl of Lathrop; 11 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. 
 Funeral services were held Saturday, Nov. 24, 2001 at the Lathrop First Baptist Church,  burial in the Lathrop Cemetery with the Bailey Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 
 Memorials may be made to the Lathrop First Baptist Church c/o Bailey Funeral Home, PO Box 13, Lathrop, MO 64465. 

Velma L. Jones
 Velma Louise Jones, 72, of Dearborn passed away Saturday, Nov. 17, 2001 at her home. 
 She was born on August 11, 1929 to William and Kizzie Ellen (Roberts) Hamner in Buchanan County near Frazier where she grew up, attended #6 School and later graduated from Gower High School. 
 On June 5, 1948, she was united in marriage to John James Jones in Agency. After their marriage they lived near Dearborn. Her husband, John, preceded her in death on Dec. 17, 1998. Velma was also preceded in death by her parents and two sisters Twila Mae Hamner and Ruth White. 
 Survivors include two sons, Laurence and Ivan Jones, both of Dearborn; two daughters, Sharlene Hart, St. Joseph and Jolene Hartman, Smithvile; eleven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; a sister Freda Molt, St. Joseph and other relatives and many friends. 
 Funeral services were held Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2001 at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower with private family inurnment to be held at a later date at Stony Point Cemetery, Grayson. Donations may be made to Hands of Hope Hospice, St. Joseph. 

Zak Fourie
 Zak Fourie, 19, of Gower formerly of Troy, KS passed away Monday, Nov. 12, 2001. 
 He was born on October 2, 1982 to Johan and Elsie (Prinsloo) Fourie in Bethlehem, South Africa, where he attended school and grew up. In 1999 the family moved to Troy where Zak graduated from high school. In November 2000 the family moved to Gower, where they made their home. 
 Zak was a farm worker and was also employed at Breadeaux Pizza in Gower. 
 He attended Frazier Baptist Church in Frazier. 
 Zak is survived by his parents, Johan and Elsie Fourie; two brothers, Ruban and Udo all of the home; grandparents, Sarah Fourie, Vrede, South Africa   and Johan and Hettie Prinsloo, Bethlehem, South Africa. 
 Funeral services were held Saturday, Nov. 17, 2001 at the Frazier Baptist Church in Frazier with burial in Allen Cemetery, Gower with Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 

Iva O. Gamble
 Iva Opal Gamble 93, of Omaha, NE formerly of Plattsburg died Sunday, Nov. 11, 2001 at a health care center in Omaha. Mrs. Gamble was born on March 28, 1908 in rural Plattsburg. She was a lifelong resident of Plattsburg before moving to Omaha. 
 Mrs. Gamble was a homemaker and a member of the First Baptist Church of Plattsburg and The Sweet Adelines of Plattsburg. 
 Mrs. Gamble was  preceded in death by her husband, E. Harold Gamble; her parents, Clyde and Frankie Maude Miller; three brothers, Alvin, Claude, and Lloyd Miller; a sister, Maxine Shotwell. 
 Survivors include her daughter, Carol Anderson of Omaha; three grandchildren, Shelley Anderson and Paula Harris of Omaha and Steve Anderson of Lincoln; and 5 great-grandchildren. 
 Funeral Services were held Saturday, Nov. 17, 2001 at the First Baptist Church of Plattsburg with burial in the Green Lawn Cemetery with  the Cox Funeral Home, Plattsburg in charge of arrangements. 

Billy F. Brownlee
 Billy Furr Brownlee 76, of Holt passed away Friday, Nov. 9, 2001. 
 Billy was born June 29, 1925 in Nelson, MO and had lived in Lathrop before moving to Holt fifteen years ago. He was a retired truck driver for Mid American Trucking. He was a Navy veteran of WWII and a member of the VFW in Kearney. He was also a member of the First Christian Church in Lathrop.
 In 1948, he was united in marriage to Grace Taylor in Kansas City and she survives him of the home. 
 Preceding him in death were his parents, Andrew and Maude Marshall Brownlee. 
 Survivors include a son, B.J. Brownlee of Holt; a daughter, Linda Allen of Kansas City; a brother, Joseph Brownlee of Rapid City, SD a sister, Catherine Barchers of Kansas City and 4 grandchildren. 
 Funeral services were held Tuesday, Nov. 13,2001 at the Bailey Funeral Home, Lathrop with burial in the Swan Lake Memorial Gardens in Blue Springs. 

Mary L. Lanham
 Mary L. Lanham, 73, of Edgerton passed away, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2001 at Heartland Regional Medical Center in St. Joseph. 
 She was born on June 8, 1928 to Paul Amos and Euna Mae (Smith) Spiers in Winston and later graduated from Edgerton High School. 
 On Dec. 18, 1947 she was united in marriage to Truby Jay Lanham. After their marriage they lived in Edgerton. He preceded her in death on Nov. 30, 1994. 
 Mary worked at Percy Kent Bag Co., National Bellas-Hess, and Ben Franklin, all in Kansas City. 
 She was a member of the Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Edgerton and the Edgerton Chamber of Commerce. 
 She was also preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Paul Spiers and Jim Spiers. 
 She is survived by a son, Richard Lanham and wife, Janet, Edgerton, two daughters, Sherri James and husband, Goebel, Edgerton and Trudy Corcoran and fiancé, Randy Appleby, St. Joseph; eleven grandchildren, Megan, Jennifer, Ashley, Eric, Cory, Nicolle, Rachel, Timmy Jr., Chuck, Danny and Tony; 14 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Don Spiers, Gower and Kelly Spiers, Edgerton; five sisters, Ella Hackett, Dearborn, Ruth Nelson, Edgerton, Donna Mullendore, Dearborn, Darlene Amos, Agency and Sharon Crowder, Edgerton; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends. 
 Funeral services were held Wednesday, Nov. 14, 2001 at the Mt. Zion Baptist church, Edgerton with burial in the Ridgely Cemetery, Ridgely. 

Opal Gamble
 Opal Gamble 93 of Omaha, formally of Plattsburg, died Sunday Nov. 11, 2001. Funeral services will be held 10:30am Saturday Nov. 17, 2001 at the First Baptist Church of Plattsburg. Family visitation will be from 7-8:30pm Friday Nov. 16, 2001 at the Cox Funeral Home, Plattsburg. Burial will be in the Green Lawn Cemetery, Plattsburg. 

Brayden D. Fisher
 Brayden Douglas Fisher, infant son of Derek and Shauna Fisher of Kansas City, died Saturday November 10, 2001 at a Kansas City hospital. 
 He was preceded in death by infant sister, Lauren Hope Fisher. 
     Survivors include,  parents, Derek and Shauna Flsher of Kansas City; two infant sisters Madison and Grace Fisher; maternal grandparents Benjamin and Reha Ridgley IV of Plattsburg; paternal grandparents Anthony and Glenna Calfas of Hamiton,  and Richard Fisher of Scottsdale, AZ.  Arrangements through Cox Funeral Home, Plattsburg. 

Cora B. Norder 
 Cora B. Golden Norder, 85, of Mountain Grove, formerly of St. Joseph, died Thursday, Nov. 8, 2001 at a Houston, Missouri Hospital. Mrs. Norder was born on May 28, 1916, in St. Joseph where she  attended school and lived most of her life before moving to Mountain Grove. 
 Mrs. Norder was the owner and operator of the Golden's Cafe for many years in St. Joseph. She was of the Christian Faith. 
 Mrs. Norder was preceded in death by her parents Clyde and Rebecca Reed, her first husband, Hubert Golden and a daughter Patricia Wiedman. 
 Survivors include her husband Aaron Norder of Browntown, WI; two daughters, Gail Mitchell of Mountain Grove and Janet Drennen of St. Joseph; 8 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. 
 Graveside services were held Monday, Nov. 12, 2001 at the Mt. Auburn Cemetery, St. Joseph.  Cox Funeral Home, Plattsburg was in charge of arrangements. 

Doris L. Young
 Doris Lee (Simmons) Young, 76, Cameron, formerly  of St. Joseph, died Wed. Nov. 7, 2001, at a Kansas City, KS hospital. 
  Born in Chillicothe on Sept. 3, 1925, Mrs. Young lived in St. Joseph most of her life until moving to Cameron six years ago. 
 She was retired from Noma Lites in St. Joseph and also was a volunteer secretary at the Cameron Nutrition Center/Stella Grinstead Center. She also volunteered at Cameron Manor Nursing Home. 
 Mrs. Young was a member of the Cameron United Methodist Church and Auxiliary to the Pony Express American Legion Post No 359 in St. Joseph, of which she was a past president. 
 In May of 1969, she married Shorty Young. He died in 1992. 
 Mrs. Young also was preceded in death by her parents, John and Essie Simmons; three brothers, Robert, Wilbur and Clarance Simmons; and four sisters, Faye Gardner, Irene Pittman ,Hazel Mosher and Helen Gordon. 
 Survivors include three daughters, Sherry Grafton, Plattsburg, Terry Bregin, St. Joseph and Patricia Milbourn, Kansas City; three sons, Larry Milbourn, Phoenix, Garry Milbourn, Council Bluffs and Ricky Milbourn, Cameron; 18 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren. 
 Services were held Saturday, Nov.10, 2001 at the United Methodist Church, Cameron with burial in the Memorial Park Cemetery, St. Joseph. 
 Memorials may be made to the Cameron Nutrition Center/Stella Grinstead Center. 

Ermine (Everett) Mosby
 Ermine (Everett) Mosby, 86, Media, PA., formerly of Independence and Gower passed away, Saturday, November 3, 2001 at a hospital in Media, PA. 
 She was born on July 10, 1915 to Leslie B. and Julia (McGaughey) Everett near Hemple where she attended school, grew up, and graduated from the Gower High School.  Ermine later attended Maryville State Teacher College in Maryville. 
 On April 27, 1947 she was united in marriage to Ralph B. Mosby.  After their marriage they lived in the greater Kansas City Area, later moved to Independence and in 1999 they moved to Media, PA. where they made their home. 
 Ermine was a long time member of the Sterling Acres Baptist Church in Raytown. 
 She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother, Charles Everett, three sister, Violet Poage, Georgia D. Everett, and Anna Horn. 
 Ermine is survive by her husband, Ralph, of the home, one son and daughter-in-law, Leleand and Linda Mosby, of Boothwyn, PA, four grandchildren, Leland Mosby, Jr. and wife, Joni, Crystal Mosby, Danielle Mosby, and Tony Persichetti, one brother, Woody Everett, of Cedar Grove, NJ, several nieces and nephew, other relative and many friends. 
 Funeral services will be held Wednesday, November 7, 2001 at 2PM at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower. Burial at Mt. Zion Cemetery, Gower. 
 Donations may be made to the Mt. Zion Cemetery. 

Hermie A. Schmidt
 Hermie Agnes (Cooper) Schmidt, 88, Rock Port, died Saturday, Nov. 3, 2001 at a Fairfax hospital. 
 Mrs. Schmidt, a homemaker, was a member of the First Lutheran Church, Rock Port. 
  Born on Oct. 26, 1913, in Rock Port, she was a lifelong resident.  She graduated from West Bend Country School, near Rock Port. 
 On Sept. 14, 1937, she married Norman Schmidt in Wathena, KS.  He preceded her in death in 1990. 
 Mrs. Schmidt was also preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Minnie Cooper; two sisters, Frieda Clemens and Rena Schmidt; and an infant brother, Henry H. Cooper. 
 Surviving:  two daughters, Darlene Schmidt, Rock Port and Sharon DeVore, Pomeroy, IA; a brother, Harry L Cooper, Rock Port; six sisters, Etta Cooper, St. Joseph, Lucile Thompson, Rock Port, Evelyn Carter, Skidmore, Betty Johnson, Fairfax, Mary A. Kerns, Stewartsville and Emma J. Taylor, Gladstone; three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. 
 Services: 2PM Wednesday, First Lutheran Church, Rock Port.  Burial:  Hunter Cemetery, Rock Port.  Memorials to First Lutheran Church of Hunter Cemetery. 

Carl I. McQuerrey
 Carl I. McQuerrey, 85, Excelsior Springs, formerly of St. Joseph and Lawson, died Friday, Nov. 2, 2001, at a healthcare center in Excelsior Springs. 
 Mr. McQuerrey was employed as a cabinet maker. During World War II, he served in the Navy. 
  Born near Lawson on April 1, 1916, he lived in Lawson and St. Joseph, and after retiring, returned to the Lawson area.  He was a resident of a health-care center in Excelsior Springs since May of 2001. 
 In 1994, he married Dorothy A. Apt of Excelsior Springs.  She died in 1997. 
 Mr. McQuerrey also was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Lottie; four sisters, Elsie Crowley, Kathryn McGaugh, Charlotte Money and an infant; and a brother, Melvin. 
 Surviving: two sisters, Frances Brawner, Bella Vista, AR., and Edith McGaugh, Lathrop. 
 Graveside services and burial were held Sunday, November 4, 2001 at Lawson Cemetery.  Arrangements made by D.W. Newcomer's Sons Jarman Funeral Home, Lawson. 

Faye Shaffer
 Faye (Shephard) Shaffer, 77, Maysville, died Saturday, Nov. 2, 2001, at a St. Joseph hospital. 
 Mrs. Shaffer was employed as a nurse's aide at LaVerna Heights, Savannah. 
  Born on Oct. 24, 1924, in Gallatin, she attended Daviess County rural schools. 
 In 1940, she married William M. Shaffer in Miami, OK.  He preceded her in death in 1981. 
 Mrs. Shaffer was also preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Nada Shepherd; and a son. 
 Surviving: two sons, Ray Parton, Stewartsville and Roger Parton; a daughter, Nina Cooper, Amity; two brothers, John R. Shephard, Gallatin and Fred Shephard, Kansas City; several grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren. 
 Reception: 5-7PM Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2001, at the home of grandson Greg Coleman, St. Joseph.  The body has been cremated. Arrangements by Bram Funeral Home, Maysville. 

Ruth E. Allen
 Ruth E. Allen, 84, of Gower, passed away, Thursday, November 1, 2001 at Saxton Riverside Care Center in St. Joseph. 
 She was born on November 8, 1916 to William Ernest and Anna Lee (Taylor) Brinton near Agency.  Ruth grew up and attended school near Agency and in 1934 she graduated from Agency High School. 
 On April 10, 1940 she was united in marriage to William Frederick Allen.  After their marriage they farmed near Gower where they made their home.  In 1975 her husband preceded her in death and in 1994 Ruth moved to Gower. 
 Ruth work at Nelly Don in St. Joseph.  She was a member of the Gower Christian Church where she was baptized in December 1949.  She was also a member of the Gower 39er's, the Friendly Circle Club and the Jolly helper's Club.  Her most fascinating hobby was bridge and she was a member of the Bid and Bye Bridge Club in Gower. 
 Ruth was also preceded in death by her parents and two sons, Paul Lee Allen in 1981 and Harold Frederick Allen in 1994. 
 She is survived by a daughter-in-law, Annabell Allen, Liberty; who she maintained a special relationship with, her identical twin sister, Ruby Marcella DeVore, Agency; two grandchildren, William Frederick Allen and wife, Rachel, and Jacqueline Ann Butcher and husband, Brian, five great-grandchildren, Monica Lynn Allen, Ruth Elizabeth Allen, William Fredrick Allen, Joshua Lynn Butcher, and Samantha Harley Butcher, special caregivers, Marcella and Darrell Fortner, several nieces, nephews, and cousins, other relatives and many friends. 
 Funeral services were held Monday, November 5, 2001 at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower with burial at Allen Cemetery. 
 Donations may be made to the Kendallwood Hospice in St. Joseph. 

Sharon L. Hatton
 Sharon Lynn Hatton, 48, of Edgerton, passed away Thursday, November 1, 2001 at her home. 
 She was born on February 4, 1953 to Luther A. and Edith E. (Stafford) Hatton in Smithville.  Sharon grew up near Edgerton where she made her home. 
 Sharon was life-long member of the congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses in Platte City. 
 She was preceded in death by her mother, Edith, on June 27, 2001. 
 She is survived by her father, Luther A. Hatton, of the home; two aunts, Elaine Crotts, Garden City, KS., and Cassie Scott of St. Joseph, one uncle, Ed Gray of St. Joseph, several cousins, other relatives and many friends. 
 Funeral services were held November 3rd at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, Platte City.  Burial at Dearborn Cemetery. 
 Donations may be made to her church. 
 Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville, in charge of arrangements. 

Deanna L. Braden
 Deanna L. Braden, 62 of Trimble, passed away Wed., October 31, 2001 at the St. Luke's Northland Hospital. 
 Mrs. Braden was born on August 28, 1939 in Independence and had lived in the Kansas City/Raytown area until moving to Trimble 3 months ago.  She had been employed in the credit department of Ferrell Gas company for several years.  She was a member of the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Later Day Saints. 
 She was preceded in death by her father, Lloyd B. Smith in 1972. 
 Mrs. Braden is survived be her husband of 42 years, Charles Braden of the home; one son, Erik Braden and his wife Tonya of Kansas City; two daughters and their husbands, Kimberly and Jim Preston of Kansas City; Kelly and Mark Giza of Montourseville, PA; her mother, Dorothy Skinner of Kansas City; one sister, Marilyn Hymes of Independence; three grandchildren, Mark Giza, Cody Braden and Benjamin Preston, and by several nieces and nephews. 
 Services were held Saturday, Nov. 3, 2001 at the Speaks Suburban Chapel.  With Burial in Mound Grove Cemetery.  Arrangements by Speaks Suburban Chapel. 
 Contributions are suggested to the American heart Association. 

Callie A. Hellyer Porter
 Callie A. Hellyer Porter, 92, of Smithville, passed away Monday, October 29, 2001 at the Gower Convalescent Center in Gower. 
 She was born on May 7, 1909 to George and Elnora (Collins) Petitt near Ridgely. Callie grew up and attended school in Trimble. 
 On December 30, 1926 she was united in marriage to Earl J. Hellyer.  After their marriage they farmed near Smithville, and in 1953 they moved near Ridgely where hey made their home. Her husband, Earl, preceded her in death on July 6, 1961, and she then moved to Smithville. She was also preceded in death by her second husband, Willard Porter, on December 12, 1976. 
 Callie worked for Morton's Department Store and later Justus Drugs, both in Smithville, for many years. 
 She was a member of the First Christian Church in Smithville for over 45 years.  Callie was a den mother for the Cub Scouts, PTA room mother, and also was secretary for the Fry School, all in Smithville. 
 Callie was also preceded in death by her parents, an infant son, Larry Jo Hellyer; five brothers, Russell Petitt, Jesse Petitt, Lloyd Petitt, Collins Pettit, and Willard Petitt. 
 She is survived by one son, E.J. Hellyer and wife, Shirley, Edgerton; four grandchildren, Jeffrey Earl Hellyer and wife, Shannon, James Dean Hellyer and wife, Allison, Katrina Joy Taylor and husband, John, and Lori June Lindstrom and husband, Kevin, 12 great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends. 
 Funeral services were held November 2nd at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville with burial at Ridgely Cemetery, Ridgely. 
 Donations may be made to the First Christian Church in Smithville. 

William F. Rotterman
 William F. "Bill" Rotterman, 80, St. Joseph, died Monday, October 29, 2001, at his residence. 
 Mr. Rotterman, who was engaged in farming, was born in St. Joseph on Jan. 1, 1921, and was a lifelong resident of St. Joseph. 
 He attended Hope United Church of Christ at Cosby.  He was a member of the former Swiss Lodge of St. Joseph and Mid America Dairy Association. 
 Mr. Rotterman was preceded in death by his wife, Pearl; his parents, Frederick and Elizabeth; a brother, John; and two sisters, Elizabeth Freeman and an infant. 
 Surviving: a son, William L., St. Joseph; a daughter, Linda Swoboda, Gower; two brothers, Frank, Clarksdale and Fred, Savannah; four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. 
 Services were held Friday at Rupp Funeral Home, St. Joseph with burial at Memorial Park Cemetery, St. Joseph. 

Robert F. Davis
 Robert F. Davis, 66, Easton, formerly of  St. Joseph, died Thursday, Oct. 25, 2001, at his residence. 
 Mr. Davis, a dairy farmer, also worked as a school bus  driver, for Stetson Hats in St. Joseph and later as a truck driver for Economy Express until retiring in 2000. He also was a route carrier for the St. Joseph News-Press for several years. 
  Born in St. Joseph on Dec. 25, 1934, he was reared in St. Joseph, but spent most of his life in Easton. 
 Mr. Davis was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church in St. Joseph. 
 On Sept. 20, 1952, he married Leila C. Schwalm. She survives of the home. 
 Mr. Davis was preceded in death by a son, David; and his parents, James A. Davis and Anna L. Still. 
 Additional survivors include four daughters, Janice Sipes, Easton, Lorie Russell and Kristie Gardner, both of St. Joseph and Robin Sollars, Wathena KS; a sister, Dolly Harless, Plattsburg; two brothers, James Davis and Lavern Still, both of St. Joseph; 14 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and five step great-grandchildren. 
 Memorial service was held Monday, Oct. 29, 2001, at the Wesley United Methodist Church, St. Joseph with Inurnment in Memorial Park Cemetery, St. Joseph. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer society or his church. 

David K. Fisher
 David Keith Fisher, 56, of Ridgely passed away, Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2001 at North Kansas City Hospital. 
 He was born on August 4, 1945 to Jacob and Joanna (VanHoute) Fisher in Kansas City. He  grew up near Ridgely and graduated from North Platte High School in Dearborn  and later graduated from Park College in Parkville. David then served his country for two years in the US Navy during the Vietnam War. After his honorable discharge he lived near Ridgely. 
 He was self-employed and was a member of the Colonial Presbyterian Church in Kansas City. 
 David was preceded in death by his parents, and a sister Ruth Graham. 
 Survivors include a brother, Mark Fisher and wife, Mary Ann of Ridgely; eight nieces and nephews, nine great-nieces and nephews; other relatives and many friends. 
 Funeral services were held Saturday at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Smithville with burial in the Ridgely Cemetery. 
 Donations may be made to The City Union Mission, 1100 E 11th St., Kansas City, MO 64106. 

Marlin D.Watkins
 Marlin Dee Watkins, 80, of Kansas City, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2001 at his home. 
 He was born on Sept. 3, 1921 to Steve and Lizzie (Tyson) Watkins in Edgerton where he attended school and grew up. 
 Marlin served his country in the US Army during WWII. 
 On Aug. 16, 1947 he was united in marriage to Dorothy Haugen. After their marriage they lived in Kansas City. She survives of the home. 
 Marlin retired from General Motors after 30 years of service in February of 1982. He was a past Scoutmaster of Troop 36 of Boy Scouts of America and also a Honorary Warrior of the Tribe of the Mic-O-Say. 
 He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, his twin, Marvin and Francis Watkins and one sister, Viola Nay. 
 Additional survivors include two sons, David Watkins, Smithville and Raymond Watkins, Kansas City; three daughters, Marilyn Wyatt, Stanley, KS, Linda Williams and Lisa Watkins, both of Kansas City; a brother, Mitchell Watkins, Ridgely; nine grandchildren several  nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends. 
 Funeral services were held at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Edgerton with burial in the Ridgely Cemetery. Donations may be made to the American Heart Association. 

Helen Kilgore
 Helen Kilgore, 86, of Gower, formerly of Mt. Sherman, AR passed away Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2001 at her home. 
 She was born on May 10, 1915 to W.A. and Ada (Wiggs) McCurry in Haileyville, OK. Helen grew up and attended grade school in Zink, AR and graduated high school from the School of the Ozarks in Hollister, MO. She later received her teaching degree from Arkansas Tech. 
 On November 9, 1935, she was united in marriage to Herman Kilgore. After their marriage they lived in Mt. Sherman, AR and in 1952 they moved to Kansas City. In 1985 they retired and moved to Jasper, AR. Her husband Herman, preceded her in death in 1989 and in1992 she moved to Gower. 
 Helen was a teacher for Jasper School District in Jasper and later worked as a seamstress for Nelly Dawn in Kansas City. She was a member of the White Ave. Methodist Church in Kansas City and the Jolly Helper's Club of Gower. 
 She was also preceded in death by her parents, and four brothers, J.W., Mack, Hoyt and Elmer McCurry. 
 Helen is survived by a son, Glen Kilgore, Gower; a daughter Euteva Villines, Bonner Springs; three grandsons Steve, Keith and Kent Kilgore all of Gower; a granddaughter,  Deloris Adriano, Kansas City; nine great-grandchildren; a brother, Thomas McCurry, Roseville, CA; three sisters, Naomi Spencer, Lee's Summit, Phillis Henderson and Jackie Riddlesperger, both of Harrison, AR; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends. 
 Funeral services were held Saturday, Oct. 20, 2001, at the Christeson Funeral Home, Harrison, AR with burial in Mt. Sherman Cemetery, Jasper. 
 Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Gower was in charge of arrangements. 

Gerald E. Warfield
 Gerald E. Warfield, 60, of Lathrop died Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2001 at the Liberty Hospital. 
 He was born December 16, 1940 in Galesburg, IL and had lived in Lathrop since 1999. 
 He was a veteran of the Vietnam War having served in the Army. He was a cosmetic salesman. 
 Preceding him in death were his parents Parry and Martha Warfield. 
 Survivors include a sister, Patricia Swope of Lathrop. 
 Private memorial services will be held at a later date. The body has been cremated. Bailey Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Ryan T. Holmes
 Ryan Thomas Holmes, 3 month old son of Chris and Ruth Holmes, of Smithville passed away, Monday, Oct. 15, 2001. 
 He was born on July 7, 2001, in Kansas City. Ryan was baptized at the Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Smithville on Aug. 5, 2001. 
 He is survived by his parents and two sisters, Emily Nicole Holmes and Abigail Leann Holmes all of the home; paternal grandparents, Tom and Mary Lou Holmes of Kansas City; maternal grandparents, George and Roberta Lowman of Smithville, Ed and Loretta Warner of Tempe, AZ; maternal great-grandparents, Betty Keith, Lamera Lowman, and Nana Maxine Palmer all of Smithville; uncles, Mike and Greg Holmes, and uncle Bob Steele along with several other aunts and cousins. 
 Funeral Mass was held at  Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Smithville with burial in the I.O.O.F., Cemetery, Smithville with Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville in charge of arrangements. 

 Rose N. Harrington
 Rose Nelson Harrington, age 88, formerly of Lathrop and currently a long-time resident of LaCanada, CA, passed away October 14, 2001 at a Glendale Hospital in Glendale, CA. 
 Rose was born Aug. 17, 1913, in Springfield and grew up in St. Louis, where she graduated from Mary Institute. She attended the University of Missouri where she joined Kappa Alpha Theta and remained an active member of the southern California alumnae group for many years. She graduated from the University of Michigan and in 1939 married Robert Stuckey Harrington and had lived in the Lathrop area before moving to California where Mr. Harrington founded the firm of Harrington, Foxx, Dubrew and Canter. He preceded her in death in 1983. 
 During WWII, Rose worked as a Gray Lady at the Long Beach Veterans Hospital. She was a charter member of the Flintridge-LaCanada Guild of he Huntington Memorial Hospital and had served as president. 
 She is survived by nieces and nephews. 
 Graveside services were held Saturday, Oct. 20, 2001 at the Lathrop Cemetery, Lathrop with the Bailey Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to a favorite charity. 

Wilma L. Richardson
 Wilma L:. Richardson, 82, of Cameron died Oct. 15, 2001. 
 She was born in Holt on Dec. 6, 1918. She was a former member of the United Methodist Church in Perrin. 
 Preceding her in death were her parents, Hershel and Lillie Pierson; five brothers, Ralph, Albert, Floyd, Gene and Melvin Pierson; two sisters, Elsie Dee Golden and Mildred Harris; and her husband, Vollie Richardson. 
 Survivors include a son Dan Richardson of Smithville; a daughter, Beverly Massey of Cameron; two sisters, Marie Ford of Excelsior Springs and Roberta Bradley, Houston; four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. 
 Services were held Wed. Oct. 17, 20001 at the Poland-Thompson Chapel with burial in the Cameron Memory Gardens. 
 Memorials may be given to the American Cancer Society. 

Gerald W. Boydston
 Gerald W. Boydston 78, of Plattsburg died Saturday, Oct. 13, 2001  at the KU Med Center in Kansas City, KS. 
  Born on Nov. 15, 1922, in Bucklin, KS where he attended school. He was a veteran of WWII where he served in the US Army where he received a good conduct medal, Purple Heart, two Bronze Stars, a Bronze Service Arrowhead and the Philippine Liberation Ribbon. 
 Mr. Boydston owned and operated his own trucking business for many years in the rural Clinton County area. He was a member of the Kearney Bible Church in Kearney and the American Legion Post #97. 
 On Feb. 19, 1949, he married the former Alta V. Peck. She survives of the home. 
 Preceding him in death were his parents Rufus and Mary Boydston; a son Michael Boydston and a brother, Russell Boydston. 
 Additional survivors include three sons, Dennis of Plattsburg, Jerry of Liberty, and Ronald of Warsaw; four daughters, Theresa Cooksey of Stafford, Debra Kent of Holt, Judy Kisky of Garden Grove, IA and Karen Cockrill of Smithville; three brothers, Donald and Norman of Springhill, KS and Ivan  of Paola, KS; two sisters, Freda Schlesener of Osawatomie, KS and Juanita Elrod of Shawnee, KS; 15 grandchildren and15 great-grandchildren. 
 Funeral services were held Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2001 at the Cox Funeral Home, Plattsburg with burial in the Grayson Cemetery, Grayson. The family suggests memorial gifts to the Kearney Bible Church in Kearney. 
 Arrangements by  the Cox Funeral Home, Inc., Plattsburg. 

Ivan J. Sell, III
 Ivan Joseph Sell, III, 18, of Kansas City, formally of St. Joseph, died Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2001 at his residence. 
  Born June 27, 1983 in Houston, TX. Mr Sell moved with his family to St. Joseph two years ago and then  a month ago moved to Kansas City. 
 Mr. Sell had attended Benton High School and worked as a labor contractor. 
 Preceding him in death was a sister, Lauretta Sell; his paternal grandfather, Ivan Sell Sr., and a step-grandfather Jewell Veraguth. 
 Survivors include his parents Ivan and Gail Sell Jr.; four brothers, Daren, Billy, and Ronald of St. Joseph and David Goosey of Brookfield; six sisters Mona Cowick of Belmont, TX, Rhonda Lawson of Texas, Ruth and Mary Sell and Sherry Swope of St. Joseph, Jo Anne Sell of Kansas City; paternal grandmother Ruth Veraguth of St. Joseph; maternal grandparents Bob and Kay Cowick of Texas. 
 Memorial services were held Monday, Oct. 15, 2001 at the Cox Funeral Home, Plattsburg. The body has been cremated with inurnment at a later date. 

Bill Freemyer
 Bill Freemyer, 68, of Camden Point, passed away, Oct. 9, 2001 at North Kansas City Hospital. 
 He was born on March 19, 1933 to Eugene and Monola (Means) Feemyer in Creston, IA where he grew up and graduated from Creston High School in 1951. He then served his country in the US Air Force during the Korean War. 
 Bill attended Creston Jr. College, University of Iowa, and laer received his Masters in Education at Northwest Missouri State Teachers College. After his college graduation, Bill lived in Dearborn and  later moved to Camden Point where he made his home. 
 He taught Science and Biology at North Platte High School and later served as principal of North Platte High school, retiring in 1989. 
 He was preceded in death by his father, Eugene Freemyer. 
 Survivors include his mother, Monola Freemyer, Creston; two brothers, Gene and wife Peggy, Creston and Jerry and wife Sue, Lebanon; a sister, Connie SpainHower and husband Rex, Creston; several nieces and nephews other relatives and many friends. 
 Funeral services were held Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2001 at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Edgerton. Graveside and burial  was held Thursday, Oct. 11, 2001 at Graceland Cemetery, Creston. 
 Donations may be made to the North Platte Education Foundation, c/o North Platte High School, Dearborn, MO.

Edna M. Graham 
 Mrs. Edna M. Graham,61 of Plattsburg, died Monday Oct.8, 2001 at the Liberty Hospital. 
 Mrs. Graham was born Nov. 16, 1939 in Cameron. She attended the Douglas School in Cameron.  Mrs. Graham was a homemaker and was a member of the Davis Temple Pentecostal Church Of Plattsburg. Mrs. Graham was a writer of Poetry and of songs, many pieces of her work have been published. She was a licensed foster care provider for the State Of Missouri. 
 On Nov. 16,1962, she married Cornelius "Adam" Graham, whom survives of the home. 
 Mrs. Graham was preceded in death by her parents Joshua and Serena (Tapp) Jackson; an infant son James A. Ginn; 4 brothers George J, Everett, Joshua and Francis Jackson; and a sister Margaret E. Jackson. 
 Surviving are two sons Craig Graham of Plattsburg,  Billy Darnell Graham of the home; two daughters Stacey Graham of Independence and Tiffany Austin of Raytown; three brothers Herbert, Larry, and Arnold Jackson all of Cameron; two sisters Betty Jackson of Cameron and, Evelyn J. Kelley of Plattsburg; and 8 grandchildren. 
 Funeral Services were held Saturday Oct. 13, 2001, at the Davis Temple Pentecostal Church, Plattsburg. Burial will be in the Mt. Washington Cemetery, Plattsburg.  Arrangements by Cox Funeral Home, Plattsburg. 

Robert E. Page
 Robert E.L. Page, age 86, of rural Holt passed away Saturday, Oct. 6, 2001 at his home in Holt. 
 Robert was born January 24, 1915, in Clay County near Excelsior Springs and had lived in the Holt and Converse areas since 1949. Robert was  a retired farmer, a member of the Holt Baptist Church in Holt and a Marine veteran of WWII where he was a POW. He was a member of the VFW in Kansas City and in Bristow, OK; a member of the Disabled Veteran's Association and a member of the Prisoner of War Organization. 
 He was united in marriage to Kathleen O'Dell on Oct. 20, 1946 in Paola, KS. She survives him of the home. 
 Preceding him in death were his parents, Fred and Mary Corum Page; two brothers, Charlton Page and Thomas Page; a sister, Elizabeth Hatcher. 
 Additional survivors include a son, Kenneth "Corky" Barnett of Excelsior Springs; two brothers, James Page of Malakoff, TX and David Page of Kansas City; a sister Annabell O'Dell of Kansas City; five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. 
 Funeral services were held Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2001 at the Holt Baptist Church with burial in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Kearney. Memorial contributions maybe made to Liberty Hospital Hospice, PO Box 1002, Liberty, MO 64069-9805. Arrangements were made by the Bailey Funeral Home, Lathrop. 

Phill W. Hubbard
 Phill W. Hubbard, 48, of Kansas City, KS, formerly of Smithville, passed away on  Thursday, Oct. 4, 2001 in Kansas City. 
 He was born on July 9, 1953 to Charles Abner and Minnie Elsie (Worthy) Hubbard in Smithville where he attended school and grew up. 
 Phill then served his country in the US Army as an SP-4 during the Vietnam War. After his honorable discharge he lived in Smithville, Edgerton and later moved to Kansas City. 
 He worked at the Camp Branch Marina at Smithville Lake, was a mechanic and later worked for Wallboard Specialties, INc., in Kansas City. 
 Phill was preceded in death by his father, Charles Abner Hubbard. 
 Survivors include three sons, Michael Hubbard, Anchorage, AK, Josh Hubbard, Hamilton and Jason Hubbard, Kansas City, KS; three daughters, Amy Williams, Breckenridge, Angie Hubbard, Cameron and Tara Hubbard, Phoenix, AZ; his mother, Minnie Trumbo, Edgerton; three brothers, Dannie Hubbard, Athens, TX, Leslie Hubbard, Edgerton and David Hubbard, St. Joseph; four grandchildren; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends. 
 Funeral services were held Monday, Oct. 8, 2001 at the Hixson-Klein funeral Home, Smithville with burial in Paradise Cemetery, near Smithville. Donations may be made to the Paradise Cemetery. 

Cindy K. Parker
 Cindy K. Parker, 39, Windsor, MO passed away Oct. 4, 2001 in Blairstown, MO. 
 Cindy was born Sept. 6, 1962 in Richmond to Elmo and Nellie (Wormsley) Parker. She was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church, Windsor and the Excelsior Springs Eagles Auxiliary. 
 She was preceded in death by her parents and an infant son, Nathaniel Dee Conner in 1980. 
 Survivors include two sons, Richard Conner, Paola, KS and Matthew Hieronymus, Windsor; two daughters, Amanda Frieben, Windsor and Jennifer O'Dell, Clinton; four brothers, John Parker, Elmira, Jim Parker, Lawson, Dennis Parker, Kansas City KS and Elmo Parker, Jr., Windsor; seven sisters, Arletta Teegarden, Windsor, Mollie Sims, Lake of the Ozarks, Edith Vance, Rockaway Beach, Sally Nance, Exelsior Springs, Tressie Elam, LaCyne, KS, Pat Elam, Oswatamie, KS, Marilyn Parker, Excelsior Springs, and Carol Carder, Cowgill; many nieces and nephews. 
 Funeral services were held Monday, Oct. 8, 2001 at the Polley Funeral Home, Excelsior Springs with burial in the Elmira Cemetery, Elmira, MO. 

Ethel Delaney
 Ethel Auxier Delaney, 95, of St. Joseph, formerly of Gower passed away Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2001 at a hospital in St. Joseph. 
 Ethel was born on March 25, 1906 to Thomas Dowell and Annie Auxier in Gower where she grew up and in 1926 graduated from Gower High School. Ethel worked as a type-setter for a printing shop in Gower. 
 On August 10, 1928 she was united in marriage to Arthur Delaney. After their marriage they farmed in the Gower area and in 1958 they moved to Gower where they owned and operated two service stations and later Delaney Grocery Store. In 1974 they moved to St. Joseph where they made their home. Her husband, Art, preceded her in death on July 22, 1984. 
 Ethel was also preceded in death by four brothers, Joseph Auxier, Jewell "Speck/Babe" Auxier, Erven L. Auxier, and Gene Auxier; and two sister, Mary Lou Auxier and Georgia Gipson. 
 Survivors include a sister, Vernie Auxier Hall of Saxton Care Center, St. Joseph; Barbara Gipson-Komer; grandson, Jerald and wife, Jill, and great grandson, Ian Komer, grandson, Clifton and wife Andrea, and great-granddaughter, Alexis Butcher, all of St. Joseph, several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends. 
 Graveside services and burial was held Saturday, Oct. 6, 2001 at Allen Cemetery, with Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower in charge of arrangements. Donations may be made to the Arthritis Foundation. 

James W. White, Sr.
 James "Jim" William White, Sr. 77, of Edgerton passed away Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2001, from injuries sustained in automobile accident in Platte County. 
 He was born on March 14, 1924 to James Christopher and Clara Valentine (Helms) White in Fairview, OK where he attended school and grew up. 
 Jim then served his country in the United States Army Air Corps as a Corporal during WWII. After his honorable discharge, Jim worked for the Santa Fe Railroad as a train engineer in Fairview, OK. 
 On December 17, 1949 he was united in marriage to Joan L. Nicholson in Dell City, OK. After their marriage, they lived in Wichita, KS, Roswell, NM, Platte City and in 1966 they moved to Edgerton where they made their home. 
 Jim worked as an airplane machinist for Boeing Aircraft in Wichita for 22 years and later worked for TWA at the KCI Airport as an airplane mechanic, retiring in 1986. He was a member of the Fairview Baptist Church in Fairview, OK and the Daniel Schaffer American Legion Post in Edgerton, Veterans of Foreign  War, the King David Lodge I.O.O.F. #32 in Roswell, NM and the local 1650 International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers in Kansas City. 
 He was preceded in death by his parents, and an infant daughter, Rhonda Kay White. 
 Survivors include his wife Jo of the home; four sons, James W. White, Jr., St. James, John C. White, Hennessy, OK, Steven W. White, San Marcos, TX, Bruce Parcell and wife Pam, Joplin; six daughters, Diane Clark, St. James, Lori Hoskins and husband, Kevin, Burlington, KS, Kim Cockriel and fiance, Ben Gibson, Prairie Village, KS, Valerie Donnici, Kansas City, Kelly Eastwood and fiance Daniel Christensen, Plattsburg, Traci Cory and husband, Jason, O'Fallon, IL; twenty-nine grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren ; a sister, Vivian Thornhill, Oklahoma City; several nieces and nephew, other relatives and many friends. 
 Funeral services were held Sunday, Oct. 7, 2001 at  the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Edgerton with burial Monday, Oct. 8, 2001 at Leavenworth National Cemetery, Leavenworth, KS. 

Anna M. Poage
 Anna May (Farr) Poage, 90, of Gower passed away, Tuesday, Oct. 2, 2001 at Heartland Regional Medical Center in St. Joseph. 
 She was born on Nov. 9, 1910 to William W and Julia (Cobb) Farr near Gower. 
 On May 24, 1937 she was united in marriage to Forrest D. "Fuzzy" Poage. After their marriage they farmed near Gower, where they made their home. He preceded her in death on May 19, 1997. 
 Anna May was also preceded in death by her parents, a brother, Ray Farr, and a sister, Josie Gibson. 
 She is survived by a daughter, Shirley Cox and husband, Jim, Gower; two grandchildren, Karen Main and husband, Stephen, Smithville and James D. Cox and wife, Michelle, Gower; four great-grandchildren, Brianna, Kristin, Kaitlin, and Erin; twin brothers, Clyde and Claude Farr, both of Gower; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends. 
 Funeral services were held Friday, October 5, 2001 at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower with burial in Allen Cemetery, Gower. 

Joe E. Durham
 Joe E. Durham, 79, of Raytown formerly Jefferson City, died Oct. 1, 2001 at the Hidden Lake Care Center in Raytown. Mr. Durham was born on Dec. 13, 1921 in Bixby, OK, where he attended school. Mr. Durham was  a veteran of WWII, where he received a Good Conduct medal and an American Defense Service Ribbon. Mr. Durham was a self-employed businessman who owned and operated the Presion Art Engraving Company in Jefferson City for many years. One of Mr. Durham's favorite hobbies was playing cards. 
 He married the former Edith Fry who preceded him in death in 1993. His parents William and Maggie Durham; two brothers, William and Jim Durham; three sisters, Mary Roberts, Eve Karst, and Flo Bateman, also preceded Mr. Durham in death. 
 Survivors include  a daughter, Jo Spriggs of Lake Ozark; two granddaughters, Susan Hagerman, Raytown and  Debbie Johnson of Chicago; two sisters, Alma Lachs of Lee's Summit and Iva Turinsky of Tulsa. 
 Graveside services and inurnment was held Friday, Oct. 5, 2001 at the Green Lawn Cemetery, Plattsburg with arrangements made by the Cox Funeral Home. The family suggest memorial gifts to the Veterans Administration, 4801 Linwood Blvd., Kansas City, MO 64128 or the American Cancer Society. 

Phill W. Hubbard
 Phill W. Hubbard, 48, of Kansas City, KS, formerly of Smithville, passed away on  Thursday, Oct. 4, 2001 in Kansas City. 
 He was born on July 9, 1953 to Charles Abner and Minnie Elsie (Worthy) Hubbard in Smithville where he attended school and grew up. 
 Phill then served his country in the US Army as an SP-4 during the Vietnam War. After his honorable discharge he lived in Smithville, Edgerton and later moved to Kansas City. 
 He worked at the Camp Branch Marina at Smithville Lake, was a mechanic and later worked for Wallboard Specialties, INc., in Kansas City. 
 Phill was preceded in death by his father, Charles Abner Hubbard. 
 Survivors include three sons, Michael Hubbard, Anchorage, AK, Josh Hubbard, Hamilton and Jason Hubbard, Kansas City, KS; three daughters, Amy Williams, Breckenridge, Angie Hubbard, Cameron and Tara Hubbard, Phoenix, AZ; his mother, Minnie Trumbo, Edgerton; three brothers, Dannie Hubbard, Athens, TX, Leslie Hubbard, Edgerton and David Hubbard, St. Joseph; four grandchildren; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends. 
 Funeral services were held Monday, Oct. 8, 2001 at the Hixson-Klein funeral Home, Smithville with burial in Paradise Cemetery, near Smithville. Donations may be made to the Paradise Cemetery. 

Cindy K. Parker
 Cindy K. Parker, 39, Windsor, MO passed away Oct. 4, 2001 in Blairstown, MO. 
 Cindy was born Sept. 6, 1962 in Richmond to Elmo and Nellie (Wormsley) Parker. She was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church, Windsor and the Excelsior Springs Eagles Auxiliary. 
 She was preceded in death by her parents and an infant son, Nathaniel Dee Conner in 1980. 
 Survivors include two sons, Richard Conner, Paola, KS and Matthew Hieronymus, Windsor; two daughters, Amanda Frieben, Windsor and Jennifer O'Dell, Clinton; four brothers, John Parker, Elmira, Jim Parker, Lawson, Dennis Parker, Kansas City KS and Elmo Parker, Jr., Windsor; seven sisters, Arletta Teegarden, Windsor, Mollie Sims, Lake of the Ozarks, Edith Vance, Rockaway Beach, Sally Nance, Exelsior Springs, Tressie Elam, LaCyne, KS, Pat Elam, Oswatamie, KS, Marilyn Parker, Excelsior Springs, and Carol Carder, Cowgill; many nieces and nephews. 
 Funeral services were held Monday, Oct. 8, 2001 at the Polley Funeral Home, Excelsior Springs with burial in the Elmira Cemetery, Elmira, MO. 

Robert E. Page
 Robert E.L. Page, age 86, of rural Holt passed away Saturday, Oct. 6, 2001 at his home in Holt. 
 Robert was born January 24, 1915, in Clay County near Excelsior Springs and had lived in the Holt and Converse areas since 1949. Robert was  a retired farmer, a member of the Holt Baptist Church in Holt and a Marine veteran of WWII where he was a POW. He was a member of the VFW in Kansas City and in Bristow, OK; a member of the Disabled Veteran's Association and a member of the Prisoner of War Organization. 
 He was united in marriage to Kathleen O'Dell on Oct. 20, 1946 in Paola, KS. She survives him of the home. 
 Preceding him in death were his parents, Fred and Mary Corum Page; two brothers, Charlton Page and Thomas Page; a sister, Elizabeth Hatcher. 
 Additional survivors include a son, Kenneth "Corky" Barnett of Excelsior Springs; two brothers, James Page of Malakoff, TX and David Page of Kansas City; a sister Annabell O'Dell of Kansas City; five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. 
 Funeral services were held Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2001 at the Holt Baptist Church with burial in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Kearney. Memorial contributions maybe made to Liberty Hospital Hospice, PO Box 1002, Liberty, MO 64069-9805. Arrangements were made by the Bailey Funeral Home, Lathrop. 

William F. Moore
 William F. Moore, age 92, of Holt, passed away Sunday, Sept. 30, 2001, at his home. 
 William was born east of Holt on Jan. 21, 1909, and lived all his life in the Holt area. On Feb. 7, 1931, he was united in marriage to Dorothy Baker and she preceded him in death in 1994. He was a farmer, retiring in 1973. William was a member of the First Baptist Church in Holt; a board member of the Holt Volunteer Fire Department, and on the board of the Antioch Cemetery since 1952. 
 William was also preceded in death by his parents, James and Fannie Moore; two sisters, Marjorie Ford and Mary Belle Buckeridge; and a great-granddaughter. 
 Survivors include two sons, Billy of Holt and Don of Lathrop; two sisters, Margaret Poage of Shawnee Mission and Roxene Bowen of North Kansas City; eight grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren. 
 Funeral services were held Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2001, at the First Baptist church in Holt with burial in the Antioch Cemetery near Holt. Memorial contributions may be made to the church Building Fund. Bailey Funeral Home, Lathrop was in charge of arrangements. 

Effie R. Kelp
 Effie Regina Kelp, formerly of Holt, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2001, at the Liberty Hospital. 
 Effie was born Feb. 6, 1923, in Holt and had lived in the Holt area most of her life, moving to Smithview Manor in Lawson six years ago. She had graduated from the Holt High School and had worked in a grocery store in Holt and also at the Sears Store on Antioch in North Kansas City. 
 Effie was preceded in death by her parents, Ollis and Mary Blance Burris cheek and a brother, Raymond. 
 Survivors include a daughter, Sandra and her husband, Ernie Knowles of Goddard, KS; two brothers, Howard Lee Cheek of Kansas City and James Ray Cheek of Las Gatos, CA; a sister, Mary Helen Slater of Damascus, MD; a  grandson, Jack Shumard; two granddaughters, Tracie Lynn Shumard and Andrea Lee Keith; a great-grandson, Brandon Sells; a great-granddaughter, Kirsty Lynn Keith and two special friends, Wesley Weed and Milissa Robinson. 
 Funeral services were held Monday, Oct. 1, 2001  at the Holt United Methodist Church with burial in the Antioch Cemetery near Holt. Bailey Funeral Home, Lathrop was in charge of arrangements. 

Jackie Gardner
 Jackie Gardner, 34, of St. Joseph, passed away, Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2001 in St. Joseph. 
 He was born on October 21, 1966 to James W. and Phyllis (White) Gardner in St. Joseph and grew up and attended school in Plattsburg. 
 Jackie worked in construction for Laborer's Local 579 in St. Joseph. 
 He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, and one brother, Joey Gardner. 
 He is survived by two sons, Jackie James  and Brent, both of St. Joseph; two brothers, James, Platte City and Johnny of Colorado; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends. 
 Memorial services were held Saturday, Sept. 29, 2001, at the Ambassador of Faith Christian Center, St. Joseph. Private family inurnment will be held at a later date at Reed Cemetery, Trimble with arrangements by Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower. 

Harold L. Howe
 Harold L. Howe, 78, of Edgerton, passed away, Monday, Sept. 24, 2001, at St. Luke's Northland Hospital in Smithville. 
 He was born on January 15, 1923, to Tom and Cora (Johnson) Howe in Kansas City where he grew up and attended school. In 1940 he graduated from William Chrisman High School in Independence. 
 Harold then served his country in the Army Air Corps, during WWII from 1943 to 1946. 
 On Oct. 13, 1946, he was united in marriage to Betty Stubbs. After their marriage they lived in the Kansas City area, and in 1960 they moved near Edgerton where they made their home. His wife, Betty, preceded him in death on Oct. 4, 1993. 
 Harold worked for Standard Oil in Sugar Creek as an electrician for over 30 years, retiring in 1979. 
 He was a member of the Little Platte Baptist Church near Edgerton, where he served as a Deacon. He volunteered at Spelman Memorial Hospital in Smithville, was an ambassador at KCI airport and also volunteered for Kansas City Hospice of the Northland, and as an AARP Tax Preparer. 
 Harold was also preceded in death by his parents. 
 He is survived by a son, Ron Howe and wife, Pam, Dearborn; a daughter, Linda Swaney and husband, Ron, Smithville; three granddaughters, Karissa Dreier and husband, John, Kendra Boyer and husband, Travis, and Kara Howe and fiance', Tony Yare; two great-grandchildren, Samantha Yare and Kaden Dreier; a sister, Thelma Massions, Wichita; several nieces and nephews, other special relatives and many friends. 
 Funeral services were held Thursday, Sept. 27, 2001, at the First Baptist Church in Smithville with burial in the I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Smithville. Hixson-Klein Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. 
 Donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or Kansas City Hospice of the Northland. 

Harriet J.Clemens
 Harriet J. Clemens, 80, of Weston passed away, Monday, Sept. 24, 2001 at Beverly Health Care in Smithville. 
 She was born on Sept. 22, 1921 to William and Mollie (Palmer) Pischer in Wisconsin. She grew up and attended school in Troy, KS. 
 On April 26, 1939 she was united in marriage to James L. Clemens. After their marriage they lived in Troy. In 1942 they moved to Weston, where they made their home. Her husband, James, passed away January 18, 1981. 
 Harriet worked for Hallmark Cards in Leavenworth, retiring in 1963. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Weston. 
 She was also preceded in death by her parents; twin sons, David Wayne and Orville Payne; one grandson, Darrin Clemens; two sisters, Lenora Pischer and Irene Clemens. 
 Survivors include a son, Lewis Clemens, of the home, two daughters, Mary Larison and husband, Larry  and Alnoma Grame and husband, Jerry, both of Platte City; eight grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren; two brothers, William Pischer, Laramie, WY and Jerry Pischer, Colorado Springs, CO. 
 Graveside services and burial will be held 2pm Thursday, Sept. 27, 2001 at the Pleasant Ridge Cemetery, Weston with arrangements by Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower. Memorials may be made to Beverly Health Care in Smithville. 

Marion L. Boyd
 Marion L. (Rule) Boyd 82, of Smithville passed away, Saturday, Sept. 22, 2001 at Beverly Health and Rehab in Smithville. 
 She was born on August 2, 1919 to Ross and Margaret (Spicer) Rule in Platte County near Smithville where she grew up and later graduated from Smithville High School. 
 On Aug. l7, l940 she was united in marriage to Oliver Edward Boyd. After their marriage they lived in Smithville where they made their home. He preceded her in death on Dec. 27, 1979. 
 Marion worked as an LPN for Spelman Memorial Hospital in Smithville for over 30 years. In 1979 she was the second person to receive a 30 year award presented to her at the hospital's employee recognition banquet. In 1973 she was chosen by employees of the hospital as Employee of the Year. She later worked for Beverly Health Care in Smithville for ten years. 
 Marion was also preceded in death by her parents and one brother Ronald Rule who died in WWll. 
 She is survived by three daughters, Linda Hill and husband Sherman, Smithville, Sandra Wakeman and husband Ted, Monument, CO, Carol Ann Henderson, Kansas City; five grandchildren, Shea and Damon Hill, Trina Stutz and husband, John, Craig Wakeman and wife Liz; Donna Shelton and husband Jeff, four great-grandchildren: Rachael. Chad, Gwen and Eric; two great-great grandchildren: Ashley and Katie: one sister, Doris Duncan, Smithville, other relatives and many friends. 
 Funeral services were held Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2001 at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville with burial  in the I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Smithville. 

David E. Parton
 David Parton was born November 20, 1944, in Gallatin, and passed away Sept.  20, 2001, at a St. Joseph hospital.  He had lived in Stewartsville all his life.  He attended Stewartsville High School and worked at Watkins Sawmill. 
 He was married to Betty Lou Lake.  She survives him at the home. 
 He is also survived by two sons, Larry and Michael, of the home; his father, William Parton, Stewartsville, his mother, Faye Shaffer, Maysville; a sister, Nina Cooper, Maysville; five brothers, Ray and Clarence, Stewartsville, Doug, Agency, Roger, St. Joseph and Joe in Connecticut. 
 The body has been cremated. There were  no services. Memorials may be made to the  Relief Fund in New York, in care of he American Red Cross, 401 N 12tth, St. Joseph, MO. 

Alice Kerr
 Alice Kerr, age 65, of Kearney, passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2001 at the Ashton Court Care Center in Liberty. She was born April 7, 1936 in Rogers, AR and had lived in Lathrop and Plattsburg for 25 years before moving to Kearney. 
 Alice graduated from the Lathrop High School in Lathrop and had worked for Century 21 Realty in North Kansas City. She was a member of the Lathrop First Christian Church and a former member of the Eastern Star, also in Lathrop 
  She was preceded in death by her parents, Roy and Christine Gordon Walker. 
  Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, Mark and Julie Kerr of Liberty; a daughter and son-in-law, Jill and Lennis Lincoln McDowell of Liberty; three sisters, Lois Carpenter and Glenna Jones, both of The Woodlands, TX and Vivian Nelson of Santa Fe, NM; and her beloved grandson: Patrick Denver McDowell of Liberty. 
  The body has been cremated. It was Alice's request that there be no services and that her ashes be scattered near Eureka Springs, AR, in the White River Valley where she was born. 
 Memorial contributions may be made to Browning Baptist Church, Turney in her memory and can be sent in care of Bailey Funeral Home, PO Box13, Lathrop, MO 64465. 

Eva Balogh
 Eva "Eve" Cannon Balogh, 86, of Smithville, formerly of Hammond, IN passed away on Monday, Sept. 17, 2001 at Beverly Health and Rehab in Smithville. 
 She was born on Oct. 24, 1914 to Elmer L. "Ben" and Addie (Johnson) Cannon in Chillicothe, MO where she attended school and grew up. 
 Eve lived in Chillicothe, Pattonsburg, and Parsons, KS. 
 On Apr. 30, I944 she was united in marriage to John J . Balogh. After their marriage they lived in Hammond, IN where they made their home. He preceded her in death on Nov. 16, 1976 and in January of this year, she moved to Beverly Health and Rehab in Smithville. 
 Eve was also preceded in death by her parents and one sister Woneta Mae Fisher. 
 Survivors include  a son, Glenn L. Savage, St. Joseph; a daughter, Barbara E. Miller, Kansas City; seven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; six great-great grandchildren; one nephew and three nieces. 
 Private family graveside services and burial will be held at a later date at Concordia Cemetery in Hammond, IN. Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville,  is in charge of arrangements. 

Albert J.  Lester
 Albert J. "Al" Lester, 89, of Smithville, passed away, Sunday, September 16, 2001 at St. Luke's Northland Hospital in Kansas City. 
 He was born on March 30, 1912 to James Henry and Edna (Perkins) Lester in St. Joseph, where he attended school and grew up. 
 Albert served his country in the Marshall Islands, in the Pacific, as a Navy Seaman with Company 804 during WWII. He was a baker by trade throughout his life. He was a member of the Baker's and Confectionery Union and owned and operated several bakeries in Rich Hill, Clinton and Sedalia. 
 On April 26, 1971 he married Lizzie Stapleton and they moved to Sedalia where they made their home. In 1998, following his retirement, they moved to Smithville. 
 Albert was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Lizzie Lester on Aug. 13,2001,  a step-son, Russell Dean Stapleton, and one grandson, Richard Allen Catherson. 
 He is survived by two daughters, Jerry Joan Tennison and Betty M. Buress, both of North Kansas City; two step-daughters, Connie Stapleton, Tucson, AZ, Theresa Baber, Smithville; one step-son, Lyle Stapleton, St. Joseph, one daughter-in-law, Velda Stapleton, Smithville; five grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends. 
 Funeral services are being held on Thursday, Sept. 20th, at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville with burial in the Ridgely Cemetery, Ridgely. 

Lloyd Horsman.
 Lloyd Horsman, 77, Maysville, died Saturday, Sept. 15, 2001. 
 Mr. Horsman worked for both the Amity Horsman Grocery Store and the Ozark National Life Insurance Company. 
  Born on Jan. 5, 1924, in Maysville, he attended an Amity High School. 
 Mr. Horsman served in the Army during World War II. He received a Purple Heart-European African Middle Eastern medal. 
 On Dec. 24, 1943, in Maysville, he married Dorothy Bridges. She preceded him in death in 2000.   He was also preceded in death by his parents, James and Della N.; two sisters, Alice Horsman and Leora West; five brothers, Elmer, Jim, Wesley, Frank, and Roy Horsman; and a daughter, Constance McKee.    Survivors include  a son, Doug Horsman, Maysville; three daughters, Janet Young and Charlotte Whiteman, both of Maysville, and Jeanne Ann Pollard, Lathrop; 11 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. 
  Services were held. Tuesday, Sept. 18, 2001, at the Bram Funeral Home, Maysville with burial in the  Oak Lawn Cemetery, Maysville. Memorials may be made to the American Red Cross or American Heart Association, in care of the funeral home, P.O. Box 350, Maysville, MO 64469. 

Dorothy J. Hoskins
 Mrs. Dorothy J. Hoskins 87, of Plattsburg, died Friday, Sept. 14, 2001 at the Oakridge Nursing Home in Plattsburg. 
 Mrs. Hoskins was born Nov. 8, 1913 in rural Clinton County. She attended school in Plattsburg, except for her senior year, where she graduated from the North Kansas City High School. Mrs. Hoskins was a homemaker and a member of the First Christian Church of Plattsburg, the Clinton County Historical Society and the Par-tee Club of Plattsburg. 
 On April 16, 1939, she married Charles E. 'Charlie' Hoskins.  He preceded her in death on Sept. 18, 1992.  Also preceding her in death were her parents Hosea and Jenny Jackson, a brother Charles Jackson, two sisters Mary Jo Connell and Helen Ecton. 
   Survivors include  a son and daughter-in-law, Bo and Ann Hoskins of Plattsburg; a daughter and son-in-law, Jincy and John Trotter of Plattsburg; 5 grandchildren, Christy, Julie and Andrew Hoskins and Katy and Jackson Trotter; and several nieces and nephews 
 Funeral services were held Monday Sept. 17, 2001 at the First Christian Church of Plattsburg with burial  in the Green Lawn Cemetery, Plattsburg 

Robert F. Maloney
 Robert Francis Maloney, 70, of San Diego, CA died Sept. 11, 2001 in San Diego. 
 He was born Oct. 14, 1930 in St. Paul, MN. 
 He served in the US Air Force from 1947  - 1953 and was an Aerospace Engineer for Rohr Inc. for 30 yrs. 
  Survivors include his wife Marilyn "Odor" Maloney of the home; and a daughter, Barbara Maloney of San Diego. 
 Graveside services and inurnment will be at 2:30pm on Sat. Sept. 29, 2001 at the Antioch Cemetery, Holt with the Bailey Funeral Home, Lathrop in charge of arrangements. 

Ruby M. Wrinkle
 Ruby M Montgomery Wrinkle, 76, of Edgerton, passed away, Tuesday, September 11, 2001,  at Heartland Regional Medical Center in St. Joseph. 
 She was born on August 10, 1925 to Theodore and Elsie (Amos) Montgomery in Kansas City, and attended school and grew up in Plattsburg. 
 On June 16,1943 she was united in marriage to J.R. Wrinkle. They lived in St. Joseph, Camden Point, Kansas City, Overland Park, Lake of the Ozarks and in 1993, they moved to Edgerton where they made their home. 
 Ruby worked as a waitress at View Point, Cascone's, Twin Oaks. Rock Hill Bowl and Paul and Jacks all in Kansas City. 
 She was preceded in death by her parents. 
 She is survived by her husband, J.R. Wrinkle of the home; one brother Leon Montgomery and wife Jean, Plattsburg; two sisters Violet Cooper, Claycomo, and Joyce Lyle and husband Bill, Knob Noster; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends. 
 Funeral services were held Friday, Sept. 14,2001 at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Edgerton with burial in Allen Cemetery, Gower. 

Elma N. Bartley
 Elma N. Adkins Wright Bartley, 79, of Trimble, passed away, Monday, Sept. 10, 2001, at a North Kansas City Hospital. 
 She was born on January, 23, 1922 to Robert L. and E. Nina (Babcock) Adkins near Edgerton. Elma grew up near Edgerton, and later graduated from Edgerton High School. 
 On April 25, 1942 she was united in marriage to John H. Wright. After their marriage they lived in Edgerton until 1955 when they moved to Trimble where they made their home. John passed away on  March 16, 1984. On October 9, 1992 she was united in marriage to Kenneth  Bartley. After their marriage they lived in Trimble where they made their home. Kenneth preceded her in death on February 27, 2001. 
 She was also preceded in death by her parents; five brothers, Jack Adkins, Charles Adkins, Bruce Adkins, Frank Adkins, and Roger Adkins,; one sister, Loraine Boswell; and a step-son, Jim Bartley. 
 Survivors include a  daughter, Lana Wright, Trimble; a son, Johnny Wright and wife Shirley, Smithville; two grandchildren, Shelly Ann Ivy, Lathrop, Jimmy Wright, Smithville; four great-grandchildren, Brooke, Sasha, T.J. and Alex; one step-son, Earl Bartley, Sunrise Beach; three step-daughters, Kennie Jean Duncan, North Kansas City, Marsha Dickey, Kansas City, and Marie Pyke, Osage Beach; a brother, Robert Adkins, St. Joseph; five sisters, Anna Maude VanHoozer, Platte City, Hazel Bledsoe, Gower, Carolyn Williams, Dearborn, Beulah Cantrell, Gower, Linda Hyatt, Edgerton;  several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends. 
 Funeral services were held Thursday, Sept. 13, 2001 at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower with burial in the Stony Point Cemetery, Trimble. 

Leatha N. Hesson
 Leatha N. (Stepp) Hesson, 90, Newton, IA died Monday, Sept. 3, 2001, at a Newton hospital. 
  Born in Kellogg, IA, on Sept. 3, 1911, Mrs. Hesson, a homemaker, graduated from the Newton High School. She lived in Kellogg and Newton all of her life. 
 She was employed as a library clerk at the Newton Public Library and Newton High School library until retiring in 1972.   Mrs. Hesson was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Oak Ridge Grange, Elks Lodge No. 1270, Jasper County 4 H Clubs and bridge clubs. 
 On Sept. 25, 1932, she married Don E. Hesson in Bethany, MO. He died in 1999. 
 Mrs. Hesson also was preceded in death by her parents, Fount  M. and Hattie Stepp; two brothers, Proctor and Bates Stepp; and two sisters, Roxie Noethe and an infant.    Survivors include  two sons, Maurice, Gower, and Paul, Masonville CO.; a brother, Earl Stepp, Kellogg; three grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. 
 The funeral service was held Thursday, Sept. 6, 2001, at the Wallace Family Funeral Home in Newton. Burial was in Newton Union Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Lung Association or National Multiple Sclerosis Society in care of the funeral home. 

Harry M. "Mac" Nelson
Harry M. "Mac" Nelson, 76, of Kansas City, KS, passed away Saturday, May 5, 2001 at the Medicalodges Post Acute Center in Kansas City, KS. 
He was born on November 25, 1924 to Glen and Bessie (Hughes) Jones in Midway, KS. He grew up and attended school near Pittsburg, KS. Mac served in the U.S. Army in Europe during WWII for three years. 
On March 12, 1947 he was united in marriage to Florence Lee Laughlin. After their marriage they lived in Pittsburg, KS, and in 1953 they moved to Kansas City, KS, where they made their home. 
Mac worked at KCP&L in Kansas City, MO for thirty years and retired as a Sub-foreman. He was a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local #1464 in Kansas City, MO, and was also a member of the Pittsburg Masonic Lodge #187 in Pittsburg, KS for 54 years. 
He was preceded in death by his sister, Colleen Sims Bath, and stepfather, Zack T. Nelson, Pittsburg, KS. 
Mac is survived by his wife, Florence, of the home; his daughter, Teresa Durrill and husband, Marvin, Edgerton; one son, Dan M. Nelson and wife, Ruth, Mountain Home, AR; his mother, Bessie Nelson, Pittsburg, KS; one sister, Donna Kay Hurlbert and husband, Gary, Pittsburg, KS; five grandchildren, Phillip Durrill, Jennifer Nelson, Danny Nelson, Cole Nelson, Jessie Nelson; one great-grandson, James P. Nelson; several loving nieces and nephews; other relatives and many friends. 
Funeral services were held Wednesday, May 9, 2001 at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Smithville. Burial was at the Ridgely Cemetery in Ridgely. 
Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Smithville was in charge of arrangements.

Frances M. Richardson
Frances Mary Burchit Richardson, 84, of Trimble, passed away Friday, May 4, 2001 at the St. Luke"s Northland Hospital in Smithville. 
She was born on July 13, 1916 to Jesse Amos and Myrtle Jenkins in Warsaw, Mo., where she attended school and grew up. 
On October 28, 1933 she was united in marriage to Harry C. Burchit. After their marriage they lived in Kansas City, KS. After retiring from Proctor and Gamble in Kansas City, KS, she moved to Trimble where she made her home. 
Frances was preceded in death by her parents, three sisters, Dimple Jenkins, Ethel Uzelac, and Imogene Jenkins, and one niece Norma Sambol. 
She is survived by her former husband, Harry Burchit, Edgerton; one son, Bill Burchit, Edgerton; one grandson, Bill Burchit and wife Anita, Edgerton; one granddaughter, Brenda Burchit and special friend, Jeff Deluca, Kansas City; three great-grandchildren, Jackie Burchit, of the home, W.C. Burchit, Edgerton, and Kyle Young, Kansas City; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends. 
Funeral services were held Tuesday, May 8, 2001 at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Edgerton. Burial was at the Reed Cemetery in Trimble. 

Kyra Lawson
Kyra Lawson, 6-month-old daughter of Joseph and Amanda Lawson, Chillicothe, died Friday, May 4, 2001, at the Cameron hospital. She was born in Chillicothe on Oct. 10, 2002. 
Additional survivors include a brother, Douglas of the home; maternal grandparents, M/M Jack Willis, Linneus; paternal grandpar-ents, Sammie Lawson and Jeanett Lawson, Chillicothe; maternal great grandparents, Jack and Chris Willis, Lathrop and Mary Drake, Moffat, CO; and maternal great-great-grandmother, Juanita Sportsman, Rothville. 
Graveside Service and burial was held Monday, May 7, 2001 at the Avalon Cemetery. 

Marjorie Fisher Moots
Marjorie Moots, Lebanon, MO, formerly of the Kansas City area, died peacefully at her home on May 2, 2001. At her request no services were held. 
Marjorie was born July 30, 1923, in Trimble. 
Her father, Walter Fisher, pre-ceded her in death. 
Survivors include her mother, Christine Fry, of North Kansas City; daughters, and special son-in-laws, Jo Zang and her husband David of Kansas City and Michelle "Mike" Cheek and her husband Greg of Lebanon; grandchildren Tim Zang of Kansas City and Tanya Snow and Devon Cheek of Lebanon; and great-grandchil-dren, Zachary and Brittni Morgan of Lebanon. 

Norman Cain
Norman Cain, 75, Bethany, formerly of Albany and Pattonsburg, died Monday, April 30, 2001, at a St. Joseph hospital 
Born in Pattonsburg on Nov. 16, 1925, Mr. Cain worked at the Pattonsburg Manufacturing for 35 years until retiring in 1987. 
On Dec. 31, 1963, he married Nadine Smith. She survives of the home. 
Mr. Cain was preceded in death by a stepson, Norman Price; his parents, Millard and Edith, three brothers, Junior, Edmund and Guy and two sisters, Arrahwanna Marlin and Maybelle Weatherspoon. 
Additional survivors include two daughters, Margaret Plowman, Lathrop and Cecelia Zerger, Flagstaff, AZ; two sons, Norman, Billings, MT, and Richard, Lawson; a step-son, Ronnie Price, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada; a sister, Evalee Hagler, Boise, ID; and sev-eral grandchildren and great-grandchildren. 
Services were held Friday, May 4, 2001, at the Roberson Funeral Home, Pattonsburg with burial in the Pattonsburg Memorial Gardens Cemetery with full military rites. 

Forrest Noel
Forest "Gene" Noel, 64, Osborn, died Monday, April 30, 2001, at a Cameron hospital. 
Mr. Noel and his brother Gary owned Noel's Tires of Cameron. 
Born, Aug. 3, 1936, in Washington, IA, Mr. Noel was a graduate of Winston High School. 
Mr. Noel was a member of the First Baptist Church of Winston. 
On Jan. 24, 1958, he married Barbara Saunders of Stewartsville. They later divorced. 
Mr. Noel was preceded in death by his father, William Noel. 
Survivors include a son, Chris Noel, Stewartsville; a daughter, Rhonda Wilkinson, Lathrop; his mother, Mildred Jones, Las Vegas; four brothers, Gary Noel, Cameron, Ronald Noel, Osborn, Donald Buck and Gaylon Buck, both of Las Vegas; and a sister, Sheila Lambert, Las Vegas. 
Services were held Thursday, May 3, 2001, at the Bram-Summerfield Funeral Home, Stewartsville with burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Osborn. 
Memorials may be made to Diabetes Association in care of the funeral home, Box 69, Stewartsville. 

H. Melvin Dixon
H. Melvin "Dick" Dixon, Turney, passed away April 28, 2001 at Oakridge Convalescence Center in Plattsburg. 
Born near Turney on October 26, 1913 he graduated from Turney High School. He owned and operated Dicks Appliance store in Kansas City and later a hardware store in Woodland Park, CO. He retired from the Gas Service Company, Independence. Later he moved to Turney. Preceding him in death were his wives, Virginia and Dorothy; his parents; and a brother Willis. 
Surviving him are two sons, Marvin Dixon, Platte Woods, Keith Dixon, Turney and a daughter Nancy Jenkins, Liberty; a nephew Elbert Dixon, Plattsburg; a niece Cara Lee Dickerson, Shawnee, KS; eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. 
Memorial Service will be at 3pm, Friday, May 4, 2001 at the First Christian Church, Plattsburg. The family will receive friends from 2 - 3pm prior to the Memorial Service. In lieu of flowers, memo-rial contributions may be given to Log Church Cemetery. Mr. Dixon has been cremated and inurnment will be at a later date. 

Mary VanFossan Bahr
Mary VanFossan Bahr went to be with the Lord on April 24, at the age of 92. She was preceded in death by her husband of 22 years, Ray Van Fossan of Plattsburg, at the age of 45 years. 
Whether you knew her as a loyal friend and confident or as Executive Secretary of SW MO American Cancer Society for 20 years, our family invites you to share with them warm memories and celebration of a long life well lived. 
John VanFossan, Gail VanFossan Wilson, Ann Van Fossan, Lacy Kathleen Van Fossan, Martin along with her 9 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren. 
Mary's final wishes were to be buried beside her beloved twin, Marc E. McClure, in Hutchinson, KS. 

Lorin Spencer
Lorin Spencer, 92, of Gower, formerly of Edgerton and Bucyrus, KS, passed away Saturday, April 21, 2001 at the Gower Convalescent Center in Gower. 
He was born on June 1, 1908 to Jesse L. and Wilimina Elizabeth (Page) Spencer in Bucyrus, KS. He grew up and later graduated from high school in Bucyrus in 1926. 
On August 26, 1928 he was united in marriage to Rachel Cottrell. After their marriage they lived and farmed in Bucyrus and in 1971 they moved to Bella Vista, AR. His wife preceded him in death in 1989, and in 1990 Lorin moved to Edgerton. Lorin was also preceded in death by his parents. 
He is survived by two daughters and sons-in-law, Carol and Arthur "Lewis" Knop, West Monroe, LA, and Dorothy "Dottie' and Lee Roy Cassity, Edgerton; eight grandchildren; twenty-four great-grandchildren; and one great-great grandson. 
Funeral services were held Tuesday, April 24, 2001 at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Smithville. Burial was at the Oaklawn Memorial Gardens in Olathe, KS. 
Donations may be made to the Michael J. Fox Foundations for Parkinson"s Disease. 

Mary V. Boydston
Mary Valjean Boydston, 87, of Camden Point, died Sunday, April 22, 2001 at her home. 
She was born on March 8, 1914 to Clarence Edward and Angeline Aletha (George) Jacks in Platte County, near Bee Creek, where she grew up and attended school. She later graduated from Platte City High School. 
On August 17, 1935 she was united in marriage to Horace "Barney" Boydston. After their marriage they lived in New Market until 1942 when they moved near Camden Point where they farmed. Then in 1983 they moved to Camden Point. Her husband preceded her in death on May 17, 1984. 
Mary worked for the University of Missouri Extension Office as a soil technician. She was a long time member of the Camden Point Christian Church, Christian Women's Fellowship for over fifty years, and a ten year member of The Living History Group, Camden Point. 
She was also preceded in death by her parents, one brother, R.D. Jacks, one sister, Marjorie Buckler, and an infant sister, Betty Lou Jacks. 
She is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Ralph Franklin and Prudence Boydston, Camden Point, twin granddaughters, Karen Beth and Heather Anne Boydston, two brothers, Clarence jacks, Platte City, Delbert Jacks, Smithville, two sisters, Dora Howard, Akron, CO, Henrietta Reed, Kansas City; several nieces and nephews; other relatives and many friends. 
Funeral Services were held Wednesday, April 25, 2001 at the Camden Point Christian Church, Camden Point. Burial was in Camden Point Cemetery. Donations may be made to the Camden Point Christian Church.. Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower was in charge of arrangements. 

Roberta "Bobbi" Hane
Roberta "Bobbie" Amos Hane, 78, of Gower, formerly of St. Joseph, died Sunday, April 22, 2001 at the Gower Convalescent Center. 
She was born on September 12, 1922 to Claude Lee and Gladys (Thacker) Amos near Gower. Roberta grew up near Gower and in 1940 she graduated from Gower High School. 
After graduation she went to work in office/bookkeeping capacities. Roberta retired from Missouri State hospital after twenty years in the accounting office. She finished her working years as an office manager for Northwest Marine in St. Joseph. 
On June 24, 1950 she was united in marriage to Richard C. "Dick" Hane. After their marriage they lived in St. Joseph. Her husband preceded her in death on October 9, 1993. 
Roberta was a long time member of the Frazier Baptist Church. 
She was also preceded in death by her parents. 
She is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Walter "Sonny" and Pam Hanabury, Rick and Jennifer Hane, all of St Joseph, one daughter and son-in-law, Lori and Gary Soske, Kansas City, her step-mother Catherine Amos, St. Joseph, and four grandchildren, Brian, Allison, Brooke, and Bryce, other relatives and many friends. 

Elmer Eastburn
Elmer Eastburn, 81, Kansas City, died Sunday at a North Kansas City Hospital. 
Born November 6, 1919, in Springfield, he lived most of his life in Kansas City. Mr. Eastburn served in the Army in WWII. Mr. Eastburn worked as an electrician, and was a member of union Local #124 IBEN. 
He was preceded in death by his wife Rosabel Eastburn in 1989; his parents William and Visy Eastburn; and a son Gary S. Raney. 
Survivors include two sons, Ken Eastburn of Plattsburg and Robert Eastburn of Kansas City; two sisters, Maxine Earp and Verda Brown both of Ash Grove; and one grandchild. 
Mr. Eastburn will be cremated under the direction of Cox Funeral Home. There will be no scheduled service or visitation. 

James L. "Jibo" Foster
James L. "Jibo" Foster, 59, of Smithville, formerly of Tightwad, MO died Tuesday, April 17, 2001 at North Kansas City Hospital. 
He was born on April 2, 1942 to Luther Sheals and Martha Grace (Larue) Foster in Tightwad. He attended school near Tightwad where he later married and had four children. On July 6, 1985 on a pontoon boat on Truman Lake he was united in marriage to Betty Stottlemyre. After their marriage they lived near Smithville where they made their home. 
Jim worked for Morton Buildings in Clinton, Galva-Foam Docks in Camdenton, and for over 15 years worked at Steel-N-Foam Docks in Kansas City, KS. 
Jim enjoyed the outdoors especially fishing and hunting. 
He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Lucia Howe; one half-sister, Shirley Fantz; and a step-daughter, Kelley d. Stottlemyre. 
He is survived by his wife, Betty, of the home; three sons, James Foster, Jr. and Jeremy Foster, both of Clinton, and Jamie Foster, Tightwad; one daughter, Joleana Foster, Clinton; seven grandchildren, Jennifer, Joshua, Jackie, Zeb, Megan, Christopher and Katlyn; two stepdaughters, Brenda Gilliam and Janice Hopson, both of Smithville; one stepson, Monte Stottlemyre, Smithville; four step-grandchildren, Elliott, Benjamin, Trenton and Corey; two sisters, Evelyn Todd of Clinton, and Joan Perry, Loomis, Washington, two half-brothers, Frankie Parks, Deepwater, Mo., and Tom Parks, Pleasant Hill; several nieces and nephews; other relatives and many friends. 
Funeral Services were held Saturday, April 21 at the Parks Chapel Church, Tightwad. Burial was in Parks Chapel Cemetery, Tightwad.Services were under the direction of Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville. 

Alice Bowman
Alice L. (Rokach) Bowman, 79, Turney, died Sunday, April 15, 2001, at the Cameron hospital. 
Mrs. Bowman was employed by the Missouri State Division of Employment Security as a stenog-rapher for 15 years until retiring in 1963. 
Born in Parkville on June 13, 1921, she graduated from a North Kansas City high school. She also resided in Kansas City North. 
Mrs. Bowman was a member of the Browning Baptist Church at Turney and a former member of the Harlem Baptist Church in Harlem. 
On Dec. 21, 1940, she married Joseph Bowman. He survives of the home. 
Mrs. Bowman was preceded in death by her parents, Frederick and Lucy Rokach. 
Additional survivors include two sons, Fred, Kansas City and Joe Jr., Turney; three grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. 
Services were held Wednesday, April 18, 2001, at D.W. Newcomer's sons White Chapel, Gladstone with graveside service and burial at the Turney Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Tribe of Mic-O-Say of Boy Scouts of America. 

Goldie R. Hess
Goldie Rosetta Hess, 84, of Smithville, passed away Saturday, April 14, 2001 at Beverly Health Care and Rehab in Smithville. 
She was born on February 9, 1917 to George Warren and Hattie (Forsyth) Hines in Staples, MN. Goldie attended school and grew up in Owine, IA and Smithville. 
On October 22, 1936, she was united in marriage to Earl Hess. After their marriage, they lived in Smithville. Earl preceded her in death on November 7, 1979. 
She was also preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Melvin and George Hines. 
Goldie worked as a Red Cross Volunteer for over 38 years, and also was a volunteer at the VeteranÕs Hospital in Leavenworth for many years. 
She was a long time member of the First Baptist Church in Smithville. 
Goldie started and worked as a manager at the A.R.C. Thrift Store in Smithville. She also worked at the Fairfax Bomber Plant, Standard Steel in North Kansas City and Parland Restaurant in Gladstone. 
She is survived by one son, Robert, of the home; half-sister, Ardis Hines, Los Banos, CA; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends. 
Funeral services were held Monday, April 16, 2001 at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Smithville. Burial was at the I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Smithville. 

Barbara H. Ridgeway
Barbara Harris Ridgeway, 80, Moberly, passed away, Friday, April 13, 2001. 
She was born on Sept. 6, 1920 to William Tyre and Mary Jane Sharp (Maimie) Harris, in Higbee. 
Barbara grew up and attended school in Higbee, where she graduated from Higbee High School. Later she was awarded an Associates in Arts Degree from Moberly Junior College. 
On Jan. 8, 1941, she married Donald William Ridgeway, Sr. After their marriage they lived in Moberly where they made their home. He preceded her in death in 1999. Also preceding her in death were her parents. 
She worked as a bookkeeper or office administrator with several Moberly area businesses includ-ing Tedford Florist, Westlake Hardware, Fennel Auto, Wilbert Vault, Moberly Public School and the Randolph County Counseling Center. 
She is survived by two sons, Donald Ridgeway Jr., Moberly, Daryl Ridgeway, Sturgeon; a daughter, Luann Ridgeway, Smithville; three grandchildren, Kevin, Donald Allen, Darin; four great-grandchildren, Ashley, Kevin, Kelly, Kelsey; one sister, June Bradley, Moberly; an aunt, Omega Megown, Moberly; a great aunt, Barbara Harper, other rela-tives and many friends. 
Funeral services were held Monday, April 16, 2001 at the Million-Taylor-Patton Funeral Home in Moberly with burial in Higbee City Cemetery, Higbee. Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Gower had charge of local arrangements. 

Patrick K. Gill
Patrick K. Gill, 48, Plattsburg, died Tuesday, April 10, 2001 at his home. 
Born March 5, 1953, in Kansas City, he had spent most of his life in the Plattsburg area. He attended school in Plattsburg. 
He worked as a farmhand. 
He was preceded in death by his father, Kenneth Gill; his mother, Edith (Stombarger) Moppin; and his sister, Pamela Goetz. 
Survivors include a brother, Michael of Cameron and his sister-in-law, Judy Gill of St. Louis. 
Graveside service was held Friday at Green Lawn Cemetery, Plattsburg. The family suggest memorial gifts to the Patrick Gill Memorial Fund, c/o Cox Funeral Home, 614 Clay, Plattsburg, MO 64477.

Jeffry Keith Templeton
Jeffry Keith Templeton, 43, born March 3, 1958 in Kansas City, MO. Went home to join his Heavenly Father from his own home with his family by his side on April 7, 2001 in Polo, MO. Jeff died after a long, hard, courageous struggle, physically and emotionally from - ALS/Lou Gehrig's Disease. A service of celebration in Memory of Jeff Templeton will be Wednesday, April 11, 2001 at 2:00 p.m. at the First Christian Church of Polo, MO. Burial services will immediately follow at the New Hope Cemetery, Stet, MO. Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 p.m., Tuesday evening, April 10, 2001 at the Bailey's Funeral Home, Polo, MO. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials to the Jeff Templeton Memorial Arena within the Stagecoach Park, Polo, MO or to the Scholarship Fund that has been set up for his children. 
He is sadly missed by his wife, Kristi (Sharp) Templeton whom he married, September 14, 1991 at the Watkins Mill Historical Church, his three precious children, Tyler Jacob (18 years old), Dane Christian (6 years old), and Chandler Grace (3 years old) all ofthe home. His parents, Eddie and Althea Templeton, Richmond, MO. His brothers and their families, Kent and Kim Templeton and their daughter Michelle, Cowgill, MO. Mark and Kim Templeton, and their girls, Jeni, Abby, Alex and Emily, Polo, MO. Chris and Lou Anne Templeton and their daughter Taylor. And a multitude of family and friends, all blessed and honored to be a part of Jeff's life. 
Jeff grew up on a farm in rural Ray County in the Stet Community. He faithfully attended Sunday School and church at the New Hope Methodist Church as a child and a young man. He graduated from Stet High School, in 1976. He was a member of 4H, FFA, State Livestock Judging and the Church Youth Group. Jeff was an avid horseback rider, rancher and true hearted cowboy. (In fact, we find comfort knowing Jeff and His Heavenly Father are riding horses together in Heaven.) 
Jeff's favorite place to be was outdoors. He loved to hunt, fish, play sand volleyball, water ski, snow ski, farm, raise cattle, and talk to his hundreds of farmer friends in a dusty, heart to heart conversation at Hilltop Grain Company which Jeff and his brother Kent owned and operated, side by side, for 16 years along with a farming operation that involved the entire family from His High School years to the present. 
Jeff was an active member of the First Christian Church of Polo, as well as, the New Hope United Methodist Church. He was a member of the Missouri Cowboy Association, Promise Keepers, Community Betterment Program, Caldwell County and the Stagecoach Park Development, Polo, MO. 
Jeff was a Christian man that was devoted to his wife, his children, his family, church and occupation. Jeff's motto was: Because Nice Matters. 
Jeff has drawn from his rural and family experiences, both real and imaginary, to write and perform poems for the last 20 years. Jeffhas a large variety of real, country life poetry. Some will make you laugh. Some will make you cry. Some will take you places you've been in life and places you wish you could have stayed a little longer. 

Margaret A. Schuett
Margaret A. "Marge" Schuett, 72, St. Joseph, died Saturday, Apr. 7, 2001, at a St. Joseph hospital. 
She was employed as an ex-ecutive secretary for 17 years with Heartland Regional Medical Arthritis Center, retiring in 1994. She previously had been em-ployed as a deaconess with the Lutheran Church in Oakland, CA and Omaha, NE; and as a church secretary and missionary for the Lutheran Church in Salt Lake City. 
Born June 28, 1928, in Warren, PA, she had resided in Sheffield, PA; Erie, PA; Tucson, AZ; Oakland, CA; Omaha, NE; and Salt Lake City. In 1970 she moved to St. Joseph. She graduated from harbor Creek High School in Pennsylvania. 
Mrs. Schuett was a member off the Faith United Church of Christ, St. Joseph and a former board member o the Arthritis Center. 
On Sept. 2, 1961, she married LuVerne H. Schuett in Omaha. He survives of the home. 
She was preceded in death by her parents, Spencer and Edith Roberts. 
Additional survivors include a daughter, Kathi Stufflebean, Bradenton, FL; a step-daughter, Bette Martin, Lathrop; two step-sons, Larry Schuett, Minden, IA and Harlan Schuett, Nashville, TN; 11 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. 
Services were held Tuesday, Apr. 10, 2001, at the Faith United Church, St. Joseph. Cremation will follow with inurnment Wednesday at Mount Auburn Cemetery, St. Joseph. Meierhoffer Family Funeral Service had charge of arrangements. 
Memorials may be made to the Arthritis Foundation, 34320 Broadway, Suite 105, Kansas City, MO 64111. 

Beverly D. Haselwood
Beverly D. (McKinney) Haselwood, 69, St. Joseph, died Saturday, April 7, 2001, at a St. Joseph hospital. 
Mrs. Haselwood worked as a receptionist for Thompson-Brumm-Knepper Clinic and the Community Blood Center both of St. Joseph and was a volunteer at Heartland Regional Medical Center, St. Joseph. 
Born on Feb. 7, 1932, in St. Joseph, she was a lifelong resi-dent of St. Joseph. She was of the Christian Faith and a graduate of Lafayette High School. 
Mrs. Haselwood was pre-ceded in death by her husband, Roy R. "Red" Haselwood; her par-ents, Virgil and Marie McKinney. Survivors include a son Brian Haselwood, Olathe, KS; a daugh-ter, Terry Gentry, Gower; a brother, Bill McKinney, St. Joseph; a sister, Shirley Keyton, Slater; and four grandchildren. 
Memorial services were held Tuesday, Apr. 10, 2001 at Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel. The body was cremated. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association. 

F. Byron Pendleton
F. Byron Pendleton, 93, Cameron, died Friday, April 6, 2001, at his home. 
Mr. Pendleton was a farmer and plumber. He had worked for many businesses and individuals in the Cameron area, including Wood Electric, Fred Buck on his farm, Richard Berry as a builder and plumber and Leo O'Day as a plumber. 
Born on Aug. 4, 1907, in the Keystone community south of Osborn, he was a lifelong resident of Northwest Missouri. He was a member of the Restoration branch of the Community of Christ, Cameron. 
On Nov. 10, 1929, in Hamilton, he married Minnie F. Whiteaker. She survives of the home. 
Mr. Pendleton was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Jessie; a brother, Jube Pendleton; and a sister, Olive Hoppell. 
Additional survivors include a son, Gene Pendleton, Kansas City, a daughter Gerry McKee, Lathrop; two sisters, Marie Young and Cecil Evans, both of Cameron; 5 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren and a great-great-grandchild. 
Service was held Monday, Apr. 9, 2001 at the Poland-Thompson Funeral Home, Cameron with burial in Graceland Cemetery, Cameron. 

Earnest D. Belto
Ret. T. Sgt. Earnest D. Belto, 81, Peculiar, died April 6, 2001, at Research Belton Hospital. 
Mr. Belto was born Dec. 1, 1919, in Bastrop, TX. He came to this area in 1952, with the Air Force. He joined the Air Force in 1939, and retired as a technical sergeant in 1961. He was a mem-ber of the Harrisonville VFW. He belonged to the Methodist Church. He retired as a line fore-man from Pittman manufacturing Co. in 1981. He was the youngest of ten children and was preceded in death by his three brothers and six sisters. 
He is survived by his wife, Catharine, of the home; daughter, Denise Skeens and husband, Gary of Pleasant Hill; six sons, Tony Belto of Peculiar, Monte Batchelder and wife, Dale, Randy Batchelder and wife Terri, Leslie Batchelder and wife, Daphne of Belton, Roger Batcheider and wife, Kay of Drexel, and Terry Batchelder and wife, Roberta of Gower. 
Funeral services were held Tues., April 10, 2001 at the Belton United Methodist Church with burial in Peculiar Cemetery. 
Memorial contributions may be made to the Disabled American Veterans. 

Clarence Dale
Clarence "Bill" Dale, 90, Lathrop, died Monday, April 9, 2001, at the Liberty hospital. 
Mr. Dale retired from Bob's IGA in North Kansas City. He also was a part-time auctioneer and a mem-ber of a county and western band. 
Born in Liberty on Jan. 30, 1911, he had lived in the Clay and Clinton Counties area for most of his life. 
On Dec. 31, 1932, he married Dora Roudebush in Plattsburg. She is deceased. 
Mr. Dale also was preceded in death by his parents, Sam and Emma; five brothers, Raymond, Buck, Doc, Logan and Johnny; and a sister, Mary Boggess. 
Survivors include a son Bill, Kearney; three daughters, Shirley Adkins and Jean Bartee, both of Lathrop, and Sharon Holt, Liberty; three sisters, Ella Boggess, Raytown and Betty Cutting and Hazel Johnston both of Liberty; 14 grandchildren; six step-grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren. 
Service is being held at 2pm today, Thursday, April 12, 2001, at the Morris Bailey Chapel, Holt with burial in Antioch Cemetery, Holt. 

Michael L. Conrad
Michael Lee Conrad, 62, of Plattsburg passed away on Friday, Apr. 6, 2001, at home after a short but courageous fight with pul-monary fibrosis. 
Michael was born on October 1, 1938, in Kansas City. He gradu-ated from Paseo High school and UMKC. His career as an insurance broker included Commercial Union Insurance Co., Haas and Wilkerson, Wren Insurance, Insurance Management Corp. and Arthur J. Gallagher and co. He was a lobbyist for the I.I.A.A.'s National Legislative Conference, 1982; a past District Director of Independent Insurance Agents of Missouri; a former E&O Committee Chair of I.I.A.M.; Member of President's Club I.I.A.M., 1982-83; and President of Independent Insurance Agent's Association of Kansas City, 1985-1997. 
He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister. 
Survivors include his wife of 27 years, Donna; his daughter, Karen Hall, Wildwood; step-son, Brian Sigg, Plattsburg; grand-daughters, Taylor and Courtney Hall; grandson, Rylan Sigg; niece, Barbara Jo Hedges; nephew, Tom Hedges and his loving canine companion, Trudy. 
Funeral services were held Tuesday, Apr. 10, 2001 at Mt. Moriah Terrace Park Chapel with burial at Mt. Moriah Terrace Park Cemetery. 
Memorial contributions may be made to Liberty Hospice or the American Lung Association. 

Jones M. Baber
Jones Madison Baber, 82, of Louisville died on Thursday, Apr. 5, 2001, at his home. The Platte County native was vice president of Sales for Hilliard-Lyons in Ownesboro and senior vice presi-dent of training and development in Louisville. He was a member of Hurstbourne Baptist Church and former deacon of First Baptist Church in Owensboro. He was former president of he American Heart Association in Daviess County. 
His wife, Dorothy Holmes Baber preceded him in death in 1995. Also preceding him in death was a sister, Christine Halferty. 
Survivors include a son, James Bruce Baber of Franklin, TN; two daughters, Dianne Holmes Baber Critchlow of Union City, TN and Sharon Lynn Baber of Louisville; five grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. 
Services were held Saturday, Apr. 7, 2001 at Hurstbourne Baptist Church in Louisville with entombment in Christ Chapel Mausoleum. 
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of donations to American Heart Association, Kentucky Affiliate or the Leukemia Society. 
Glenn Funeral Home in Owensboro handled the arrangements.

Lyle Fryrear
Lyle "Max" Fryrear, 69, Platte City, passed away Wednesday, Apr. 4, 2001, at North Kansas City Hospital. 
Mr. Fryrear was born December 9, 1931, in Downing. He was united in marriage to Betty Pendleton on December 3, 1955, in Plattsburg. He was the owner-operator of Max's TV and Appliance of Platte City for 40 years. He was a member of the Platte City First Baptist Church, an Army veteran of the Korean War, a life member of VFW Post 4055, a member of the Platte City Lion's club, Past President of the Platte City Main Street Association, ac-tive with Boy Scout Troop #248, and a lifetime rider for M.S. 150 Society. 
He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Irene Fryrear, and one granddaughter, Ashleigh. 
Survivors include his wife, Betty of the home; two sons, Paul and his wife, Stephanie of Lake Waukomis and Bradley and his wife, Terry of Platte City; a daugh-ter, Stephanie and her husband, Jay Jensen of Parkville; a brother, Jimmy of Bowling Green; two sis-ters, Margaret Wieneke of Plattsburg and Mary Jo Crabtree of New Virginia, IA; five grandchil-dren, Jessica, Jennifer, Lyle Thomas, Cheyenne, and Meghan. Max and Betty were hosts of two A.F.S. students, Arni Arge of the Faroe Islands and Eva Baloch, of Graz, Austria. 
Funeral services were held Saturday, April 7, 2001, at the First Baptist Church of Platte City with burial in Platte City Cemetery. Rollins Funeral Home, Platte City was in charge of arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society Research, Platte City Lion's Club (Lion's for Sight Project, Platte City Baptist Church Memorial Fund or the M.S. Society). 

Emmett B. Crouse
Emmett B. Crouse, 77, Easton, died Thursday, March 29, 2001, at a health-care center in Gower. 
Mr. Crouse operated a dairy farm for most of his life. He also was a former director of the Federal Land Bank from 1956 to 1987 and president of the Easton Volunteer fire Department for 30 years. 
Born in Easton on Nov. 28, 1923, he was a lifelong resident of Easton. 
Mr. Crouse was a graduate of the Easton High School and a member of the Church of God Seventh-Day. 
On May 12, 1945, he married Ada M. Noonan in St. Joseph. She survives of the home. 
Mr. Crouse was preceded in death by a son, Charles; and his parents, Frank and Hazel. 
Additional survivors include a son, Frank, Easton; a sister, Frances Boyer, St. Joseph; two brothers, Clifford, Easton and Harold, Savannah; and two grand-children, including Stacey Crouse-Field of the home. 
Service was held Monday, April 2, 2001, at the Meierhoffer Family Funeral Service, St. Joseph with burial in the Blakeley Cemetery, Easton. Memorials may be made to the Hands of Hope Hospice in St. Joseph. 

Kathleen Pritchett
Kathleen Pritchell, 88, of Lathrop died Tuesday, March 27, 2001 at the Lathrop Health Facility in Lathrop. 
On Apr. 18, 1938, Kathleen was united in marriage to Coe Pritchett in Columbia. He pre-ceded her in death in 1983. As a homemaker she lived in the Lathrop area since 1956 and was a member of the Lathrop First Baptist Church. 
Also preceding her in death were her parents, Frank and Fannie Rogers and a sister, Marie Henry. 
Survivors include a son, Roger Pritchett and a daughter, Nancy Mayville both of Lathrop; 5 grandchildren and 6 great-grand-children. 
Services were held Thursday, March 29, 2001 at the Bailey Funeral Home with burial in the Lathrop Cemetery. 

Beulah A. Dowell
Beulah Agnes (Chambers) Dowell, Chillicothe and formerly of Plattsburg, passed away March 26, 2001 at the Baptist Home in Chillicothe. 
Beulah was born Sept. 29, 1908 in Harrison County. She married Ray Dowell on Dec. 29, 1926 in Chillicothe, he preceded her in death in 1984. 
As a housewife, she was a member of the Retired Senior vol-unteer Program, American Legion Auxiliary, Royal Neighbors and the Extension Club of Livingston County. 
Preceding her in death in ad-dition to her husband were her parents, Joseph and Addle Chambers; three brothers, Ervin, Howard and Jean and two sisters, Alice and Inez. 
Survivors include a son, Wilford "Spike" Dowell, Topeka; two daughters, Donna Blecher, York, PA and Carolyn Cook of Topeka; a brother, Herschell Chambers of Chillicothe; three sis-ter, Vada Harper, Thelma Rinehart and Velma Rinehart all of Chillicothe; 8 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren; a great-great-grandchild and several nieces and nephews. 
Services are being held Thursday, March 29, 2001 at 1:30pm at the First Baptist Church of Chillicothe with burial to be in the Resthaven Memorial Gardens Cemetery of Chillicothe. 
Memorials may be given to he Baptist Home North Missouri Facility and may be left at the Norman-Wagy-Gordon Funeral Home of Chillicothe. 

Edyth M. Overman
Edyth Marie Overman, 78, Excelsior Springs, passed away Friday, March 23, 2001 at the Liberty Hospital. 
Marie was born, July 1, 1922 in Rayville, to Virgil and Neoma (McAdams) Sloan. She had been a lifelong Excelsior springs resi-dent. She had been employed as a telephone operator in Excelsior Springs. On November 30, 1944, she married Christian Overman. She was a member of the Woods Memorial Christian Church, Excelsior Springs. 
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, two sons, Stephen R. Overman and an infant son Edwin Keith Overman and two brothers. She is survived by a daughter Rebecca and husband Chuck Arnold, Excelsior Springs; two sons, John David and wife and Bonnie Overman, Omega, GA and Ronnie and wife Marie Overman of Lathrop; 5 brothers, Archie Sloan and John Sloan both of Independence, Donald Sloan, Petersburg, VA, Paul Sloan, Lowell, KY and Gary Sloan, Lathrop; 4 sisters, Elizabeth Glenn, Richmond, Alberta Carder and Christina O'Dell both of Excelsior Springs and Judith Ann Acuff, Lathrop; 8 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. 
Funeral services were held Monday, March 26, 2001 at the Polley Funeral Home, Excelsior Springs with burial in the Masonic Cemetery, Excelsior Springs. Memorial contributions may be given to Woods Memorial Christian Church, Excelsior Springs. 

Chad Ronald Garrison
Chad Garrison, 29, of Gladstone, passed away in his sleep Friday, March 23, 2001 at his home. 
Chad came to brighten our lives on March 16, 1972. He attended all twelve years of public schooling in North Kansas City School District, graduating from North Kansas City High School with a gold diploma. Chad served as vice president of his senior class and was selected to Who's Who Among American High School Students. Throughout his elementary and high school years, Chad won numerous medals as a member of the Old Pike and Clay-Platte YMCA swim teams. 
Following high school Chad entered William Jewell College where he was selected as Freshman Emerging Leader, was a member of Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity, Cardinal Clash debate winner, and enjoyed working as a disk jockey for KWJC Radio Station. During the summer of 1992 he was designated as the LBJ intern working in the office of Congressman Tom Coleman in Washington D.C. He graduated from William Jewell with a B.A. Degree in Communications in the Spring of 1996. In the fall of 1996, Chad was recognized as a Harvest Ball honoree for his leadership and community service. 
At the age of nineteen, while a freshman in college, Chad was diagnosed with a brain tumor. His optimism and unfaltering faith throughout the treatment and long recovery have been an inspiration to many. Having faced such a life-altering experience at such a young age seemed to heighten his sensitivity to others in need. Through his volunteer work with the Bloch Cancer Center, the American Cancer Society and visitations of sick children at KU Medical Center, Chad endeavored to share that optimism and faith with others. Chad will be remembered by all for his happy, smiling face; outgoing, friendly nature; quick wit; love of entertaining; and love of people. 
Chad was a member of North Woods Church, Kansas City. 
Chad is survived by a loving family including his mother and father, Ronilue and Tom Garrison of the home; a brother and sister-in-law, Mathew and Kay and beloved niece, Paige, of Smithville; maternal grandmother Lucille Nash Beery, St. Joseph; paternal grandmother Gertrude Garrison, Kansas City; special friend, Kerri Wages; uncles and aunts Ron and Kathy Garrison, Glenn and Lynn Garrison; Mike Garrison, Dan Garrison, Shirley LaBruzzo, Barbara and Don Hixson, Marilyn and Jr. Hammes; and a host of cousins and friends. 
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather Ronald Beery; paternal grandfather, Thomas Garrison; and uncle John Garrison. 
Funeral services were held Monday, March 26, 2001 at the Second Baptist Church in Liberty. Burial was at the Allen Cemetery in Gower. Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Gower was in charge of arrangements. 
The family requests memorial donations be made to Ronald McDonald House or the Education Department of William Jewell College. 
Paige will miss her playmate, Mom will miss her backrubs, Dad will miss his basketball buddy, Matt will miss working out with you, Gram will miss cooking for you and Kerri will just miss you, but all will remember the love we have shared and the joy you brought to our lives. 

Sharon R. Bland
Sharon Raye Bland, 57, of West Bloomfield, Michigan died March 22, 2001. She was born March 18, 1944 in Kansas City. She was preceded in death by her father Frank R. Schneider. 
Ms. Bland was a registered nurse with Henry Ford Hospital in West Bloomfield for 20 years. Her cheerful spirit touched the lives of co-workers, patients, and friends. 
She is survived by her husband of 35 years, Richard L.; children, Richard R. and Joseph E.; a grandson, Richard J.; two brothers, Phillip R. and Richard C.; a sister, Susan Fay, and her mother Janice R. Schneider. Cousins, by marriage, include Judy Limbach of St. Joseph; Ann Fisher of Plattsburg; Jennette Lile of Gower, and Jon Halferty of Atlanta. Sharon was the daughter-in-law of the late Mildred Bland Harris of Plattsburg. 
Her memorial service was held at Cross of Christ Lutheran Church in Bloomfield Hills, on Sunday, March 25. Graveside services will be held at Green Lawn Cemetery in Plattsburg, on Saturday, March 31 at 2pm. 

Hailey Lockwood
Hailey Catherine Alena Lynn Lockwood, 7 months old passed away at her home in Orrick on March 22, 2001. 
Hailey was born August 6, 2000, in Liberty to William and Erin (Williams) Lockwood. She at-tended the Glorious Praise Tabernacle in Excelsior Springs. 
Hailey is survived by her parents of the home, a sister, Selena Olson; maternal grandparents Tracy and Claude Varron, Excelsior Springs; paternal grand-parents, Dennis and Catherine Witt, Gower; maternal great-grandparents Rae and Angelo Varron, Maryland and Alene Gardner, Excelsior Springs and paternal great-grandparents David and Betsy Witt, North Kansas City; Flora Lockwood, Gower; uncles and aunts. 
Funeral services were held at Polley Funeral Home, Excelsior Springs. Private family burial will be in Crown Hill Cemetery. Visitation will follow services. In lieu of flow-ers donations may be made to the family in care of the Funeral Home. 

Shirley M. Harris
Shirley M. Harris, 80, of Trimble (formerly of Smithville and Buffalo, MO) passed away Tuesday, March 20, 2001 at North Kansas City Hospital. 
She was born on May 5, 1920 to Dewey Othello and Edna Lettia (Smith) Carroll in Des Moines. Shirley grew up and attended school in Kansas City where she graduated from high school. She then attended Warrensburg State Teacher's college in Warrensburg and nurse's training at Midland Air Force Base in Midland, TX. 
On May 26, 1951 she was united in marriage to Henry W. "Hank" Harris. After their marriage they lived in the North Kansas City area until 1970 when they moved to Buffalo, MO. In 1980 they moved to Smithville and in 1990 they moved to Trimble. 
Shirley worked as an operator for Southwestern Bell in Gladstone, Kansas City and Smithville for over 25 years. She also worked as a nurse in Smithville and the Kansas City area and owned and operated a boarding home for senior citizen's in Buffalo, MO for ten years. 
Shirley was preceded in death by her parents, two brother-in-law, Wylie Harris and Cliff Harris; and two sisters-in-law, Lillian Taylor and Mary Peck. 
She is survived by her husband, Henry W. "Hank" of the home; one son, Henry W. Harris, Jr. of Theodore, AL; one stepson, Ronald Lee Harris, Jacksonville, AR; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; two brothers-in-law, Jasper Harris, Trimble and Donald Harris, Smithville; two sister-in-law, Aliene Duncun, Smithville and Daisy Moore, Trimble. 
The body has been cremated. Graveside services and inurnment will be held at a later date. 
Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Gower was in charge of arrangements. 

Donald E. Wheeler
Donald E. Wheeler, 56, Turney, died Sunday, March 18, 2001 at a Liberty hospital. 
Mr. Wheeler was a welder and painter for BFI in Kansas City. 
Born July 29, 1944, in Geary, OK, he spent most of his life in Wichita, KS before moving to Turney in 1999. He graduated from Wichita High School West in 1963 and served in the US Navy from 1963 to 1967. 
On June 7, 1968, he married Phyllis Shoate in Wichita, KS. She survives of the home. 
Preceding him in death were his parents, Carl and Mary (Eberhardt) Wheeler, and a brother, Charley Wheeler. 
Survivors include his son, Daniel of Wichita; a daughter, Christina Berber of Lawrence, KS; four brothers, Jimmy, Preston, Henry and Carl Ray, all of Wichita; and two sisters, Carrol Griffin of Topeka, KS and Julia Blackmon of Wichita. 
Services were at 10am, Thursday, March 22, 2001 at the Cox Funeral Home, Plattsburg. Graveside services at Fairview Cemetery, Mildred, KS. 

Geraldine D. Scott
Geraldine D. (Woodruff) Scott, 68, St. Joseph, died March 18, 2001, at her home. 
Mrs. Scott was a retired physical therapist. She had worked in various area nursing homes. She was a member of the Hyde Park Four Square Church, St. Joseph and a charter member of the American Health Care Association. 
Born October 24, 1932, in Shenandoah, IA, she lived most of her life in St. Joseph. 
She was preceded in death by her husband, Marion; her parents, Gerald and Catherine; and a sister, Freda Guess. 
Survivors include sons, Patrick, St. Joseph and Michael, Union Star; a daughter, Donna Lewis, Union Star; two brothers, Fred, St. Joseph and Gerald Woodruff, Plattsburg; two sisters, Judy McNutt and Janice Dinwiddie, both of St. Joseph; 11 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. 
Service was held Tuesday, March 20, 2001 at the Rupp Chapel, St. Joseph with burial in Memorial Park Cemetery, St. Joseph. Memorials may be made to the Kendalwood Hospice, St. Joseph. 

Emma F. Tuck
Emma F. (Lewis) Tuck, 90, St. Joseph, died Thursday, March 15, 2001, at a St. Joseph health-care center. 
Mrs. Tuck, a teacher, taught at Humbolt School in the St. Joseph School District for 16 years. She also had taught at Plattsburg grade school and rural schools in Clinton and Buchanan Counties. She retired in 1976, after 30 years of service. She was a graduate of Plattsburg High School, St. Joseph Junior College and Northwest Missouri State University, Maryville, where she received her bachelor's of science degree in education. 
Born Dec. 17, 1910, in Plattsburg, she resided in Plattsburg until moving to St. Joseph in 1965. 
She was a member of the First Baptist Church, St. Joseph, the St. Joseph Retired Teachers Association and Missouri State Retired Teachers Association. 
On May 30, 1943, she married Glenn W. He died in 1997. 
Mrs. Tuck was also preceded in death by her parents, Logan and Elsie; a sister, Hazel Rogers; and two brothers, Clarence and Morton. 
Survivors include a daughter, Glenna Bucher, St. Joseph; two brothers, Harry, Plattsburg and Lloyd, San Diego, Ca and three grandchildren. 
Service was held Monday, March 19, 2001, at the Meierhoffer Family Funeral Service with burial in Memorial Park Cemetery. 

Rachel J. Hobson
Rachel J. Hobson, 91, Holt, died Wednesday, March 14, 2001, at a Kansas City Hospital. 
Mrs. Hobson taught at country schools in Clinton County, Plattsburg, and North Kansas City schools. She retired in 1975. 
Born Sept. 10, 1909, in Holt, she had been a lifelong resident of that community. She attended Holt High School and graduated from Central Missouri State University, Warrensburg. 
Rachel married Floyd Hobson on April 13, 1938, in Holt. He pre-ceded her in death February 1, 1994. 
She was also preceded in death by her parents, Emmett and Dara (Kinzer) Wilhoit; three broth-ers, Birch, Johnnoy, Lewis Wilhoit; her sister, Helen Cook and her niece, Linda Evans. 
Survivors include a great niece, Jenny Evans of Holt; three nephews, Jim Evans of Plattsburg, Steve Wilhoit of Indiana, PA and Dan Wilhoit of Sedalia; two nieces Alice Wilhoit of Nokomis, FL and Bonnie Wilhoit of Olathe, KS; her sister-in-law, Ann Wilhoit of Sedalia. 
Service was held Monday, March 19, 2001, at the Cox Funeral Home, Plattsburg with in-ternment in the Green lawn Cemetery, Plattsburg. 

Ronald G. Coble
Ronald G. Coble, 50, of Kansas City, formally of Holt died Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at his home in Kansas City. 
He was born on Sept. 12, 1950 in Clinton County near Plattsburg and had lived in Holt, and Kansas City most of his life. 
Ronald was a veteran of the Viet Nam War while serving in the US Army. 
He was preceded in death by his parents, J.D. and Elsie Coble, his wife Deborah Coble in 1996, a brother James Coble, and two sis-ters, Peggy Allen and Daunita Pound. 
Survivors include three daughters, Lynetta Chance of Cameron, Cassandra Coble of Kirksville and Rhonda Coble of Holt; two sisters, Virginia Shanks of KCMO and Janet Rouse of Excelsior Springs and four grand-children. 
The body has been cremated. A family memorial service will be held at a later date with the Morris Bailey Chapel of Holt in charge of arrangements. 

John "Mac" McClelland
John "Mac" McClelland, 66, Plattsburg, died Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at a Kansas City hospital. 
Mr. McClelland retired from TWA as a mechanic in 1992 after 26 years of service. He also owned and operated the former J&M Gifts, a television and appli-ance store in Plattsburg for several years, and previously worked as a mechanic for Long's Farm Supply, Plattsburg. 
Born Jan. 9, 1935, near Plattsburg, he had been a lifelong resident of the Plattsburg area. 
Mr. McClelland attended Plattsburg High School. 
He was a member of International Association of Machinist and Aerospace Workers Local Union #1650 and was selected by TWA as 1979 Man of the Year. He was of the Christian faith. 
He was preceded in death by his parents, R.L. and Lucille McClelland; and three brothers, Gene, Bob and Jim. 
Survivors include a son, John of Phoenix, AZ; four daughters, Debbie Helton, Anna Gump, Donna Tippit and Lorrie Norris, all of Plattsburg; his sister, Eva Coldren and her husband Tiny of Arley; two sisters-in-law, Mary Jane McClelland of Plattsburg and Valda McClelland of Michigan; and eleven grandchildren. 
Service was held Saturday, March 17, 2001, at the Cox Funeral Home, Plattsburg with in-terment at Mount Zion Cemetery, Gower. The family suggests memorial gifts to the Arthritis Foundation, 3420 Broadway, Suite 105, Kansas City, MO 64111. 

Eva O. (Cannon) Groom
Eva O. (Cannon) Groom, 97, of Lee’s Summit, formerly of Gower, passed away Monday, March 12, 2001 at John Knox Care Center in Lee’s Summit. 
She was born on July 20, 1903 to Watson C. and Laura Leona (Cook) Cannon in Plattsburg. 
On December 1, 1923 she was united in marriage to Starks Allen Groom and after their marriage they lived in Kansas City. In 1936 they moved near Gower where they farmed and made their home. On October 22, 1955, her husband, Starks, passed away. Eva later moved to Gower and in 1991 she moved to Lee’s Summit. 
Eva was a member of the Gower Baptist Church most of her life, moving her member ship to the Colbern Road Baptist Church in Lee’s Summit. 
She was also preceded in death by her parents; seven brothers; and six sisters. 
She is survived by three sons and daughters-in-law, Wayne and Patsy Groom, Kent and Linda Groom, all of Lee’s Summit, and Morris and Edna Groom, Independence; six grandchildren, Mark Groom and wife, Kelli, Annette Hinton and husband Richard, Michelle Barrett and husband Randy, Rhonda Ferrino and husband Richard, Marci Bates and husband Chris, Judith Powelson and husband Curt; nine great-grandchildren, Chad Groom, Alana Groom, Dustin Loomis, Devin Loomis, Danielle Hinton, Katelyn Hinton, Richard Ferrino, Michael Ferrino, Matthew Barrett, Olivia Powelson and Madilynn Powelson. 
The happiest moments of life for Eva were when she spent time with her family. She will be missed not only by her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, but also her many nieces, nephews and friends. Eva will be remembered for her sweet loving nature, her devotion to her family and friends, and her love of God. 
Funeral services will be held Saturday, March 17, 2001 at the First Baptist Church of Gower. Burial will be at Allen Cemetery in Gower. 
The family will receive friends from 10:00-11:00 a.m. Saturday, one hour prior to the service at the church. 
The family suggest donations to the First Baptist Church of Gower or donor’s favorite charity. 
Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Gower is in charge of arrangements. 

Thelma T. McMullin 
Thelma T. McMullin, 85, of Kearney, formerly of Orrick died Sunday, March 11, 2001 at Liberty Terrace Care Center in Liberty. 
She was born September 20, 1915 in Orrick and had lived most of her life in Orrick before moving to Kearney. 
Thelma was a homemaker and a member of the Orrick Christian Church. 
On September 20, 1936, she married Ronald McMujllin in Orrick and he preceded her in death in 1990. 
Also preceding her in death were her parents Lonzo and Ollie Turner; a brother Calvin Turner and one step-sister, Cleo Marsh. 
Survivors include a son Roger McMullin of Holt and a grandchild. 
Funeral services were held Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at the Bailey Funeral Home, in Lathrop with burial in the Southpoint Cemetery in Orrick. 

Audrey B. Edwards.
Audrey B. (Boydston) Edwards, 99, Plattsburg, formerly of Dearborn, died Saturday, March 10, 2001 at a hospital in Smithville. 
Mrs. Edwards was owner and operator of Edward's Resthome in Dearborn, until retiring in 1978. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Dearborn. 
Born January 27, 1902, in Camden Point, she lived in Hoover until 1952, when she moved to Dearborn. She married Ralph W. Edwards on June 14, 1919, in Kansas City. He died in 1988. 
Mrs. Edwards also was pre-ceded in death by a son, Ralph; a daughter, Wanda Ritter; her par-ents, James and Mattie; and two sisters, Jessie Henderson and Mary Stubbs. 
Survivors include a son, Billy, Dearborn; a daughter, Dorothy Long, Medicine Lodge, KS; six grandchildren; 10 great-grand-children and numerous great-great-grandchildren. 
Services were held Monday, March 12, 2001 at the Rollins Funeral Chapel, Platte city with burial in the Camden Point Cemetery, Camden Point. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church, Dearborn,. Arrangements were made by the Vaughn-Aufranc Funeral Home, Dearborn. 

Rex E. Pollard
Rex Edwin Pollard, 84, of rural Dearborn, passed away Friday, March 9, 2001 at the Heatland Regional Medical Center in St. Joseph. 
Rex was born on June 22, 1916 to Samuel J. and Katherine P. (Whitehouse) Pollard in Atherton, Mo. He attended school and grew up in Independence, Mo., and later served in the Merchant Marines. 
On October 16, 1946 he was united in marriage to Annabelle Patterson-Shifflett. After their marriage they lived near Dearborn where they farmed and made their home. Rex also worked as a Construction Laborer in the St. Joseph area and was a member of the Local Laborers Union #579 for over 45 years. 
His wife Annabelle passed away on May 7, 1997. He was also preceded in death by his parents; one brother, James J. Pollard; and one sister, Lucille Broyles. 
He is survived by two sons, Robert J. Pollard, Faucett, Mo., and Earl Shifflett, Pleasant Hill, Mo.; two daughters, Dorothy Carras, Whittier Ca., and Nell Sweeney, Dearborn, Mo.; ten grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; other relatives and many friends. 
Funeral services were held Sunday, March 11, 2001 at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Edgerton. Burial was at the Reed Cemetery in Trimble. 

Mary Lee Vann
Mary Lee Vann, 75, of Kansas City, KS, formerly of Edgerton, passed away Thursday, March 8, 2001 at Villa St. Francis in Olathe, KS. 
She was born on March 13, 1925 to Steve G. and Alpha Chloe (Carmack) Carter in St. Catherine. Mary lived in the Glasgow area and later lived in Kansas City, Edgerton and Kansas City, KS. 
She was preceded in death by her parents , her husband, Carthel "Chief" Vann, and one sister, Charlotte Carter. 
She is survived by three sons, Robert Lindsay, Excelsior Springs, Dale and Donnie Stallman, both of Glasgow; two daughters, Alpha Parrish, Independence, Lois Jones, Kansas City, KS; one brother, Harold Carter, Kansas City, KS; 12 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren; other relatives and many friends. 
Funeral services were held Saturday, March 10, 2001 at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Edgerton. Burial was at Ridgely Cemetery in Ridgely. 

Noel E. Taylor, Jr.
Noel E. Taylor, Jr., 59, of Edgerton died Wednesday, March 7, 2001 at a Kansas City hospital. Born May 23, 1941, in Kearney, he attended schools in the Plattsburg area. 
He served in the United States Marines from 1958-1962. 
Mr. Taylor married Jessie Irons. She preceded him in death. Also preceding him in death were his parents, Noel and Marie (Gannaway) Taylor. 
Survivors include his son, Roger Taylor of Parkville; a daugh-ter, Kristy Bloss of Independence; three sisters, Susan Lynch of Liberty, Donna Roach of Columbia, and Judy Taylor of Braymer; and two brothers, Robert Taylor of Buckner, and Roy Taylor of Pleasant Hope. 
The body has been cremated under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Plattsburg. No services are scheduled. 

Naomi A. Ames
Naomi A. (Harter) Ames, 96, Plattsburg, formerly of Cameron, died Wednesday, March 7, 2001, in a Plattsburg nursing home. 
Mrs. Ames was a farmer and homemaker. She also worked with her husband, Pop Ames at the Ames Jewelry Store, Cameron. 
Born March 22, 1904, in Cameron, she attended school and lived in Cameron before resid-ing in Plattsburg. where she was a member of the First Baptist Church, Cameron. 
She was preceded in death by her first husband, Bert Drake, and second husband, Pop Ames; and her parents, Christain and Emma. 
Survivors include a son, Alvin Drake, Kansas City; a daughter, Eileen Snider, Loveland, CO; a step-daughter, Sara Ames, Long Beach, CA; and six grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren and 10 great-great-grandchildren. 
Service was held Monday, March 12, 2001 at the Poland-Thompson Chapel, Cameron with burial in Graceland Memorial Cemetery, Cameron. Memorials may be made to First Baptist church, Cameron, in care of the funeral home. 

Robert W. Justus
Robert W. Justus, 56, of Haleyville, AL, formerly of Gower, passed away March 5, 2001 at a hospital in Haleyville. 
He was born on January 26, 1945 in Kansas City. In 1948 they moved to Gower where he graduated from the Gower High School. He then served his country in the U.S. Navy. 
Robert retired from Ford Motor Company in Claycomo. 
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Andy and Arminda Justus; maternal grandparents, Earl and Alma Tunks; and his father, Adam Justus. 
He is survived by his wife, Peggy Justus of the home; one daughter, Margaret Irene Berry, Kansas City; two sons, Billy Wayne Justus, Excelsior Springs, and Thomas Adam Justus, Kansas City; his mother, Margaret Elaine Justus, St. Joseph; two brothers, J.D. Justus, Lawson, and Jerry Lee Justus, Gower; three grandchildren, Anthony, Sarah and Joshua; and several nieces and nephews. 
Funeral services were held March 9, 2001 at the Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home in Trussville, AL. Burial with full military honors was at the Jefferson Memorial Gardens East in Trussville, AL. 

Hattie L. Huckaby
Hattie L. Huckaby, 78, Florence, CO, died Sunday, March 4, 2001, at a nursing home in Florence. 
Born February 7, 1923, in Turney, Mrs. Huckaby and her family moved to Stewartsville until moving to Colorado. She lived in Pueblo until moving to Plattsburg in 1975. In 1984 she moved to Florence where she resided until her death. 
Mrs. Huckaby was a home-maker, and was a member of the First Southern Baptist Church in Florence. She married Charles A. Huckaby in Plattsburg on December 31, 1941. he pre-ceded her in death on January 5, 1976. 
She was also preceded in death by her parents, Smith T. Christian, and Mary Elizabeth (McNally) Christian; two brothers and three sisters. 
Survivors include four sons, Charles Huckaby of Graham, WA, Stanley Huckaby of Pueblo, CO, John Huckaby of Canon City, CO, and Dan Huckaby of Pueblo, CO; three daughters, Mary Dow of Chickasha, OK, Alice Rogers of Pueblo, CO and Lillie Huckaby of Florence, CO; two sisters, Lucy Cannon of Stewartsville, and Emajean Askren of St. Joseph; 17 grandchildren, 20 great-grand-children and numerous nieces and nephews. 
Graveside Service and inurn-ment was held Friday, at the Green Lawn Cemetery, Plattsburg with arrangements made by the Cox Funeral Home, Plattsburg. 

Isabel G. Haskins
Isabel G. (Gibson) Haskins, 90, St. Joseph, died Thursday, March 1, 2001 at a St. Joseph healthcare center. 
Mrs. Haskins worked as a licensed beautician at Steve’s Beauty Salon in St. Joseph from 1935 to 1975. 
Born in Amity on Oct. 9, 1910, she was reared in Amity but lived most of her life in St. Joseph. 
Mrs. Haskins graduated from Amity High School. She was a member of the Wyatt Park Christian Church, St. Joseph, where she was active in the Christian Women’s Fellowship; and Guild of Heartland Regional Medical Center where she was a volunteer. She was a former member of the Oak Christian Church. 
On June 8, 1940, she married Herbert E. Haskins in Plattsburg. He died in 1997. 
Mrs. Haskins also was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas O. and Cara Bell Gibson, and two sisters, Thelma Wright and Alta Carter. 
She is survived by eight nephews and nieces including Tom Wright, St. Joseph, and Mary Kay Jenkins, Plattsburg. 
Services were held Monday, March 5, 2001 at Meierhoffer Family Funeral Service, with burial at Memorial Park Cemetery, both in St. Joseph. 
Memorials may be made to the Wyatt Park Christian Church or Bishop LeBlond High School. 

Clara Head
Clara (Ackerman) Head, 90, died on Sunday, Feb. 25, 2001, at a health care center in San Antonio, TX. She had a severe stroke on July 2, 2000 and had been in poor health since. 
Clara was born in St. Joseph on April 24, 1910 to John and Henrietta Ackerman. She was reared there and graduated form Central High School. 
In 1931 she married Richard D. Head, Jr. They made their home in Florida and Texas. He preceded her in death in 1983. 
Clara loved to play bridge and golf. She also liked to knit and sew. When they lived in Florida she made and sold ceramics. Clara was an excellent cook and loved to entertain her family and friends. 
In the spring of 1983 she and Maxine moved back to St. Joseph, where she remained and cared for Maxine until her death in 1991. 
In 1992, Clara moved back to San Antonio where she renewed old friendships and made many new friends. Two special friends who lovingly cared for her needs and visited her almost daily were Cecil and Margaret Cates. 
She was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters, Gladys and Nadine and her sister-in-law, Maxine. 
She is survived by several cousins and friends in Missouri. 
A memorial service was held Sunday, March 11, 2001, at community Christian Church in St. Joseph. 

Clara Head
Clara (Ackerman) Head, 90, died on Sunday, Feb. 25, 2001, at a health care center in San Antonio, TX. She had a severe stroke on July 2, 2000 and had been in poor health since. 
Clara was born in St. Joseph on April 24, 1910 to John and Henrietta Ackerman. She was reared there and graduated form Central High School. 
In 1931 she married Richard D. Head, Jr. They made their home in Florida and Texas. He preceded her in death in 1983. 
Clara loved to play bridge and golf. She also liked to knit and sew. When they lived in Florida she made and sold ceramics. Clara was an excellent cook and loved to entertain her family and friends. 
In the spring of 1983 she and Maxine moved back to St. Joseph, where she remained and cared for Maxine until her death in 1991. 
In 1992, Clara moved back to San Antonio where she renewed old friendships and made many new friends. Two special friends who lovingly cared for her needs and visited her almost daily were Cecil and Margaret Cates. 
She was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters, Gladys and Nadine and her sister-in-law, Maxine. 
She is survived by several cousins and friends in Missouri. 
A memorial service was held Sunday, March 11, 2001, at community Christian Church in St. Joseph. 

Lillian A. Dittemore
Lillian A. Dittemore, 85, of St. Joseph, passed away Thursday, February 22, 2001 at Saxton Riverside Care Center in St. Joseph. 
She was born on July 23, 1915 to Thomas W. and Fannie (Delk) Wood in St. Joseph where she attended school and grew up. 
On March 23, 1931 she was united in marriage to Clem Dittemore. After their marriage they lived near Faucett. Her husband preceded Lillian in death in 1963. Lillian later moved to St. Joseph where she made her home. 
She worked at Nelly Don Garment, Norma Lites, Jerre Anne Cafeteria, and later at St. Joseph State Hospital #2, all in St. Joseph. 
Lillian was also preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Carl Wood; four sisters, Bonnie Billings, Mary Riley Wilma Lawson, and Opal Mears. 
She is survived by one daughter, Arlene Stanton, Faucett; one brother, Dudley Wood, Savannah; three grandsons; four great-grandsons; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends. 
The body has been cremated. No visitation or services. Arrangements were by Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Gower. 

Ruth L. Price
Ruth LueRean Price, 92, of Smithville, passed away Friday, February 23, 2001 at her home. 
She was born on January 5, 1909 to Wm. E. and Alice (Cregar) Murphy in Clay County near Smithville. She attended school and grew up in the Smithville area and in 1927 graduated from the Smithville High School. After her marriage to Francis Price on May 5, 1929 they established a home and farmed near Edgerton until moving back to the Smithville area in 1936 where they continued farming until retirement. 
Ruth was a member of the Hoover Christian Church where she was active as long as health permitted. 
She was preceded in death by her husband, Francis; her parents; four brothers, Lloyd, Melvin, Eldon and Ervin Murphy; and son-in-law, Charles Wagle. 
She is survived by her daughter, Geraldine "Jerry" Wagle; grandsons and wives, Mike and Sandra Heath, Chris and Billie Heath, Steve and Bambi Wagle, Scott and Natalie Wagle; granddaughter, Carol Hazen and fiance, Jeff Simpson; great-grandchildren, Nicole and husband Jamie Williams, Josh, Casey, Luke and Tanya Heath, Amber Hayes, Steven Hazen, Megan, Morgan and Sydney Wagle, Christopher LaFave; and great-great-grandson, Clayton Hayes. 
Funeral services were held Monday, February 26, 2001 at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Smithville. Burial was at the I.O.O.F. Cemetery in Smithville. 
Donations may be made to the Memorial Fund of Hoover Christian Church, 15180 B Hwy, Platte City, MO 64079 or the I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Smithville. 

Virginia Ottinger Komer
Virginia Kathryn Ottinger Komer, 89, formerly of Agency, passed away Friday, February 23, 2001 at her home in St. Joseph. 
She was born on July 15, 1911 to Herman Emmett and Anna Hall (Blosser) Ruoff in Easton where she grew up and later graduated from Easton High School. 
She was united in marriage to John D. Ottinger on April 21, 1934. After their marriage they farmed near Agency, and they later lived in Kansas City and Gower. In 1943 they moved to St. Joseph, and in 1964 they returned to rural Agency. Her husband, John D., passed away January 5, 1985. On August 3, 1990 she was united in marriage to Louis L. Komer. After their marriage they lived in St. Joseph. He preceded her in death on February 10, 1995. 
Virginia was a member of the Gower Christian Church, Gower, Carpenters Union Local 110 Auxiliary, St. Joseph, and #5 Extension Club, Frazier. 
She was also preceded in death by her parents, and one brother, Loyd Ruoff. 
She is survived by one son, Vernon Ottinger, Agency; one daughter, Marilyn Littlejohn, St. Joseph; three stepsons, Don Komer, Springhill, KS, Harry Komer, Agency, Terry Komer, Hillsbaro, OR; eight grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; five step-grandchildren; ten step great-grandchildren; five step great-great grandchildren; two brothers, Melven Ruoff, Easton, Harold Ruoff, Stewartsville; two sisters, Hazel Anderson, Brownfield, TX, Frances Kerns, St. Joseph; several nieces and nephews; other relatives and many friends. 
The body has been cremated. No visitation or services. 
Arrangements were by Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Gower. 

Thelma E. "Ma" Smith
Thelma E. "Ma" Smith was born on December 30, 1917 to Wallace and Mirandy (Purvis) Kissick near Weston, Mo., where she grew up and attended Swamp College Grade School. 
On May 15, 1937 she was united in marriage to Martin "Bill" W. Smith in Platte City, Mo. After their marriage they lived in Edgerton, Mo. until 1943 when they moved to Kansas City, Kansas, where they made their home. 
Thelma worked at Parmalee Plastic in Kansas City, Mo., in the optical department for over twenty years, retiring in 1970. She also worked at Antique and Craft City in Kansas City, Kansas for ten years. 
She was a member of the United Methodist Church in Edgerton, Mo., and Eastern Star Order Tirzah #85 in Kansas City, Ks. 
Thelma was preceded in death by her husband Martin "Bill" W. Smith; her parents; two brothers, Otto Kissick and Ray Kissick; and three sisters, Moriane Hallar, Rose Downs, and Isola Smith. 
She is survived by one daughter, Joan Turner, of the home; two grandchildren, Martin and Brenda; four great-grandchildren, Christy, Chad, Richard and Elvin; one brother, James Kissick, and one sister, Bea Snook, both of Edgerton, Mo.; several nieces and nephews. 

Maude R. Hartell
Maude Rice (Dale) Hartell, 92, Plattsburg, died Saturday, January 20, 2001, at a health-care center in Plattsburg. 
Mrs. Hartell, a life long resident of the Plattsburg area, was a homemaker and caretaker of Clinton County sportsman's Club, otherwise known as Hartell Lakes. 
Born February 28, 1908, in the Bethany Community near Plattsburg, she was a graduate of Plattsburg High School in 1927. 
Mrs. Hartell was a member of the Plattsburg First Christian Church and Clinton County Homemakers Club, near Plattsburg. 
On October 1, 1927, she married Ronald L. Hartell at the Bethany Christian Church, in the Bethany Community. He preceded her in death on October 19, 1998. 
She was also preceded in death by her parents, George and Maude (Sims) Dale, and her brother, George H. Dale. 
Survivors include two daughters, Dorothy Silvius of Turney and Marilyn Dean of Sugar Land, TX; three sons, Ronald of Norfolk, VA, Larry of St. Joseph, and Lowell of Camden Point; twenty-six grandchildren; thirty-three great grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren. 
Services were held Wednesday, January 24, 2001, at the First Christian Church, Plattsburg with interment in the Brethren Cemetery, Plattsburg. The family suggests memorial gifts to the Plattsburg First Christian Church or Brethren Cemetery, Plattsburg. Cox Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. 

Helen V. Baker
Helen V. Baker, 71, Lathrop, died Saturday, Jan. 20, 2001, at a Cameron hospital. 
Mrs. Baker was a member of the First Baptist Church, Cameron. She was a nurse's aide for Cameron and Liberty hospitals. 
She was born on Dec. 7, 1929, in LaBella. In 1957 she married Howard Baker. He preceded her in death. 
She was also preceded in death by her parents, John and Florence Forrester. 
Survivors include a son, William, Lathrop; two stepsons, Marvin, Bonner Springs, KS and Roger, Queen City; a stepdaughter, Jean, Kirksville; two brothers, Eldon Forrester, Raytown, and Bill Forrester, Cameron; four grandchildren and three step-grandchildren. 
Graveside serves were held Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2001 at the Cameron Memory Gardens with Poland-Thompson Funeral Home, Cameron in charge of arrangements. 

Fred G. Riedel
Fred Gus Riedel, 96, formerly of Holt died January 17, 2001 at Beverly Health Care in Nevada, MO. 
Fred was born January 10, 1905 at Durant, IA. He was a farmer and had lived in Nebraska and Holt, before moving to Nevada 2 years ago. 
He was preceded in death by his parents, Herman and Frieda Riedel, 4 brothers and 3 sisters. 
Graveside services were held Saturday, Jan. 20, 2001, at Oakland Cemetery in Holt with the Bailey Funeral Home, Lathrop in charge of arrangements. 

Mary E. Sullivan
Mary Ellen Sullivan, 88, Kansas City, formerly of Plattsburg and St. Joseph, died Sunday January 14, 2001, at a Kansas City hospital. 
Miss sullivan had been employed as a clerical worker and bookkeeper by the Gregory Livestock Commission in St. Joseph, the United States Department of Agriculture in St. Joseph and Kansas City, and later by the Environmental Protection Agency in Kansas City. 
Born November 7, 1912, in Plattsburg, she graduated from Plattsburg High School. 
Miss Sullivan was a retired member of International Phone Board Exchange and Altar Society. 
She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Mary Sullivan; two brothers, Dennis and James Sullivan; and her sister, Marguerite Lawlor. 
Survivors include three nephews, Tom Lawlor of Harlan, IA, Jim Lawlor of Lee's Summit, Bill Lawlor of Council Bluffs, IA; several great and great-great nieces and nephews. 
Mass of Christian Burial was held Wednesday, January 17, 2001 at St. Ann's Catholic Church, Plattsburg with interment in Calvary Cemetery, Plattsburg under the direction of Cox Funeral Home. 

Dorothy Hensley
Dorothy Belcher Hensley, 90, of Dearborn died Sunday, January 14, 2001, at the Gower Convalescent Center in Gower. 
Mrs. Hensley was born March 1, 1910 in Camden Point. She was a lifelong resident of Dearborn. she was a cook at the North Platte High School for 10 years from 1965-75. She married C.F. Hensley on January 15, 1931 in Leavenworth, KS. He preceded her in death in 1966. 
She was a member of the Dearborn Christian Church and a member of the Fun and Friendship Club of Dearborn. 
Preceding her in death in addition to her husband were her parents, Elihue Belcher in 1961 and Susie Anderson Belcher in 1968; three brothers, Charles, Jack and Gene; two sisters, Alta and Ola. 
Survivors include three sons, Bobby and Donald Hensley of Dearborn, Jackie Hensley of Plate City; a daughter, Helen Roberds of Dearborn; two sisters, Helen Buckler of St. Joseph and Goldie Rodriguez of San Antonio, TX; 9 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. 
Services were held Wednesday, January 17, 2001 at the Vaughn-Aufranc Funeral Chapel in Dearborn with burial in the Dearborn, Cemetery. 
Family suggests contributions to the American Cancer Society. 

Emma J. Williamson
Emma J. Williamson, 91, formerly of Lathrop, died Thursday, January 11, 2001, at Georgetown Country View Estate near Sedalia. 
Emma was born May 6, 1909, in Lathrop the daughter of William and Julia (Parks) Cockran. On May 6, 1930, in Lathrop, she married Arthur B. Williamson, who died November 30, 1995. 
She was a Lathrop High School graduate and attended Northwest Missouri State Teacher's College in Maryville. Emma was a homemaker who enjoyed gardening, cooking, and time with her family. She was a member of the Lathrop United Methodist church and had been active in United Methodist women, two extension clubs, and the Daughters of the American Revolution. She moved to Sedalia in 1997 to be near her family. 
She was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur; an infant daughter, Emma Louise Williamson; a son, Robert Williamson; two sisters, Helen Moore and Ruth Demaree; and a brother, Wallace Cochran. Survivors include three daughters, Eleanor Marcott, Rolla, Julia Dawdy, Bern, KS and Carol Sprinkles, Sedalia; a daughter-in-law, Beverly Williamson, Chillicothe; a sister, Lucile Anderson, Bishop, CA; nine grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. 
A graveside memorial service and burial will be held Saturday, January 27, 2001 at 11am at the Lathrop Cemetery with Dr. Joseph Coleson officiating. 
The family suggests memorial contributions to the Lathrop United Methodist Church. 
Arrangements are under the direction of Heckart/Gillespie Funeral Home, Sedalia. 

Raleigh W. Fry 
Raleigh William Fry, 83, died January 10, 2001 at his home in Turney. 
Born September 23, 1917 in Plattsburg, he attended the Walnut Grove School. On July 15, 1939 he married Edna Estep in Plattsburg. She survives of the home. Mr. Fry, a farmer. was employed by the Sunshine Bakery from 1954 - 1980 as a Forklift Operator. 
He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Ruby Fry and a brother Frank Fry. 
Survivors include two sons, Jerry Fry of Kansas City, and John Fry of Kansas City, KS; three sisters, Frances Boswell, Louisburg, KS, Betty Conry, Sun City, AZ and Faye Sackman, Rockford, IL; four grandchildren. 
Services were held Saturday, January 13, 2001 at the Poland-Thompson Funeral Home, Cameron with burial in the Lathrop Cemetery, Lathrop. 

Thomas E. Clements
Thomas E. Clements, 61, Kansas City, formerly of Platte County, died Monday, Jan. 8, 2001, at his residence. 
For 36 years, Mr. Clements had been employed as a mechanic for TransWorld Airlines in Kansas City. Born in Platte County on Aug. 23, 1939, he was a veteran of the Air Force. 
On March 5, 1966, he married Annette Brown in Camden Point. She survives of the home. 
Mr. Clements was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Thelma. 
Additional survivors include a son, Stephen, Kansas City; three daughters, Tammie Rowland and Tiffany Jordan, both of Kansas City, and Christy Kellam, Plattsburg; a brother, Walter, Platte City; two sisters, Sharon Bryan, Platte City, and Karen Kelley, West Palm Beach, FL; and 10 grandchildren. 
Service was held Thursday, January 11, 2001 at the Rollins Funeral Home, Platte City with burial in the Platte City Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Northcare Hospice, 2900 Clay Edwards Drive, North Kansas City, Mo 64116. 

F. Ruth Shoemaker
F. Ruth Shoemaker, 103, Plattsburg, died Monday, January 8, 2001 at a health-care center in Plattsburg. 
Miss shoemaker was a teacher for the Plattsburg, St. Louis, Hannibal and Kansas City school systems. She also worked as a dietitian at the University of Missouri in Rolla; for the Army during World War II and was co-owner of the former Lu-Rue's Restaurant in Kansas City in the 1950s. 
Born September 8, 1897, in Plattsburg, she graduated from Plattsburg High School and McPherson College, McPherson, KS. 
Miss Shoemaker was a member of the Westport Presbyterian Church and Chapter IV of the P.E.O. Sisterhood, both of Kansas City. 
She was preceded in death by her parents, E.L. and Annie L. (Wolf) Shoemaker; two brothers, Howard and W. Floyd; and her sister, Anna B. Shoemaker. 
Survivors include two nephews, H.R. Shoemaker of Springfield and Charles E. Shoemaker of Plattsburg. 
Memorial service was held Saturday, January 13, 2001 a the Cox Funeral Home, Plattsburg with inurnment in the Brethren Cemetery, Plattsburg. The family suggests memorial gifts to Oakridge of Plattsburg, 205 E. Clay Ave, Plattsburg, MO 64477. 

Mabel S. Morrow
Mabel S. Morrow, 92, Lee's Summit, formerly of Plattsburg, died Jan. 8, 2001 at a Lee's Summit hospital. 
Mabel was born, Jan. 28, 1908, to Bernard and Katherine Summerfield near Starfield. She was a graduate of Plattsburg High School and attended Northwest Missouri State Teacher's College at Maryville. She taught at rural Mt. Zion School. She was a member of the Bethany Christian Church of rural Plattsburg. 
On May 10, 1930, she was united in marriage to Richard Morrow. He preceded her in death in 1989. 
She is survived by a daughter, Elizabeth Jackson of Lee's Summit and a granddaughter, Katherine Jackson of Chicago, IL; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. 
Services were held on Friday, Jan. 12th at D.W. Newcomer's and Sons at Independence with burial at Mount Grove Cemetery. Memorials may be sent to Bethany Christian Church in care of Larry Williams, 6999 NW Hickman Lane, Stewartsville, MO 64490. 

J. W. "Skip" Tinnen
Jerald Winston "Skip" Tinnen, 72, of Plattsburg, MO, died Saturday, January 13, 2001, after a lengthy courageous battle with cancer, at St. Luke's Northland Hospital in Smithville, MO. 
"Skip" was born on October 5, 1928 in Ravanna, MO, to H.O. and Aggie (Caster) Tinnen. They moved to Plattsburg in 1934 where H.O. owned and operated the H.O. Tinnen Motor Company, the local Ford dealership. "Skip" graduated from Plattsburg High School in 1946 and attended Central Methodist College in Fayette, MO, and later, Chillicothe Business College, Chillicothe, MO. 
Mr. Tinnen married Franc E. (Shewey) in 1948. They resided in Plattsburg briefly before moving to Maysville, MO. where he ran the Ford implement dealership. The family moved back to Plattsburg around 1957 where he went to work with his father at Tinnen Motor Company. 
"Skip" and Franc E. had three sons: J. David, Stephen F., and Gregory A. Tinnen. 
When his father, H.O., sold the Ford dealership and retired, "Skip" started his own school bus contracting business in 1963. He was one of the founders and the first president of both the Missouri School Bus Contractor's Association and the National School Bus Association. 
In 1968, "Skip" and his wife purchased the Plattsburg Leader newspaper from John and Helen Biggerstaff, which he ran as owner and publisher until his death. His much-read columns, "Mukluk Telegraph" and "Soidisant Sez" were the backbone of The Leader's readership. He often used his column space to relate tales of the "old times and old folks" in Plattsburg's past. 
Mr. Tinnen was a member of the Broadway United Methodist Church in Plattsburg. He was a member of the Northwest Missouri Press Association, serving as its president in the mid-1970s, and the Missouri Press Association. 
He was selected as a board member of the Spelman Hospital, which became St. Luke's Northland Hospital in 1994. The hospital appointed him as a board member emeritus in 1999, the first person ever named to that status by St. Luke's Northland. He chaired the annual Spelman Golf Classic for over 10 years. 
Mr. Tinnen was the fee agent for the Missouri State Department of Revenue License Bureau office in Plattsburg from 1993 until his death. 
Outside his family, politics and golf were the loves of his life. His first political involvement came in the campaign for Missouri Lt. Governor Bill Morris. He also worked as the Sixth District Coordinator for the late Congressman Jerry Litton, in his bid for the U.S. Senate in 1976. He also campaigned for the election of Missouri Governor "Walkin'" Joe Teasdale, and Governors Mel Carnahan and Bob Holden. 
"Skip" Tinnen was an active golfer and won the Plattsburg Country Club championship several times, including the "Cuba Libra" championship. He was committed to the Plattsburg Country Club, and he and Dr. P. T. Luckenbill laid out and designed the first expansion of the course in the late 1980s. 
Mr. Tinnen was also a great supporter of youth, and when the need arose for a swimming pool for Plattsburg youngsters, he was one of the original investors in the country club swimming pool in the late 1950s. 
"Skip" Tinnen was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Robert, his wife, Franc E., and his son, David. 
He is survived by his sons and daughters-in-law, Stephen and Sue, Plattsburg, MO, Greg and Brenda, Plattsburg, MO; daughter-in-law, Kathy, Kansas City, MO, and grandchildren Elizabeth, Jim, Ari, Greg Tinnen II, and Susan and husband Michael Downey, Overland Park, KS, other relatives and many friends. 
Visitation will be held at First Baptist Church, 501 W. Broadway, Plattsburg, on Tuesday, January 16, 2001 from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Funeral services, a celebration of "Skip's" life, will be held at First Baptist Church, Plattsburg on Wednesday, January 17, 2001 at 2:30 p.m. with burial to follow at Green Lawn Cemetery, Plattsburg. Arrangements are by Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower. 
Memorial donations may be made to the "Skip" Tinnen Scholarship Fund, Plattsburg High School.

George F. Karr, Jr.
George F. Karr, Jr. 70, of Stewartsville died Monday, Jan. 1, 2001 at the Clinton Care and Rehab Center in Plattsburg. Mr. Karr was born June 26, 1930 in St. Joseph. 
Mr. Karr was a dock worker and driver for the Middlewest Trucking CO, in Kansas City, where he retired in the early '90's. Mr. Karr was of the Baptist faith, he also was a member of the American Legion post #97, of Plattsburg. During the Korean Conflict he served in the United States Marine Corps. 
Mr. Karr married the former Patricia Ann Killiam, March 12, 1954, who preceded him in death on July 10, 1994. Also preceding him in death were his parents, George F. Karr, Sr. and Mildred C. Downing and a daughter Kathy Karr. 
Survivors include two sons, Benjamin of Riverside, CA, Tony of the home; three daughters, Dianna Shipers and Jenny Fager both of St. Joseph, Candy Johnson of Joplin; a brother, Robert Karr of Mesa, AZ; two sisters, Sue Thomas-Morgan of Plattsburg and JoAnn Crowder of Warsaw; 5 grandchildren and a great-grandchild. 
Funeral services were held Thursday, Jan. 4, 2001 at the Cox Funeral Home, Plattsburg with burial in the Green Lawn Cemetery. 

Virgil W. Buie
Virgil W. Buie, 78, Agency, formerly of St. Joseph, died Saturday, Dec. 30, 2000, at a Woodlands, TX, hospital. 
For 34 years, Mr. Buie had worked at the former Pearl Brewery in St. Joseph. He also had been a custodian for the St. Joseph School District for seven years. 
Born in Savannah on Nov. 12, 1922, he had lived in St. Joseph for most of his life until moving to Agency 13 years ago. 
Mr. Buie was a member of St. Peter's Lutheran Church in St. Joseph. 
On July 17, 1943, he married Hazel F. Kerns. She survives of the home. 
Mr. Buie was preceded in death by his parents, William and Elsie; a sister, Doris J. Duncan; and a grandchild. 
Additional survivors include a son, Tommy, Gower; a daughter, Guelda Cullen, The Woodlands; three sisters, Maxine Black, Savannah, and Melva Reinert and Mary Kendall, both of St. Joseph; eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. 
Services were held Friday, January 5, 2001 at St. Peter's Lutheran Church with burial in Memorial Park Cemetery, St. Joseph. Meierhoffer Family Funeral Service was in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to his church. 

Forest Aitkens Jr.
Forest "Frosty" Aitkens Jr., 81, Brookfield, died Sunday, Dec. 31, 2000, at a health-care center in Brookfield. 
Mr. Aitkens had been employed as a retail meat cutter and was a veteran of World War II. 
Born in Clinton County on Nov. 14, 1919, he was a member of the Covenant Presbyterian Church of Kansas City and American Legion Post No. 117 in Braymer. 
On Aug. 10, 1940, he married his wife, Leota, in Hamilton. She survives of the home. 
Mr. Aitkens was preceded in death by his parents, Forest and Floy; and two brothers and a sister. 
Additional survivors include three sons, Forest, Grandview, Terry, St. Louis, and Randy, Brookfield; two sisters, Helen Aitkens and Jean Genson, both of Plattsburg and four grandchildren. 
Graveside service and burial was held Wednesday, January 3, 2001, at the Evergreen Cemetery, Braymer with the Pitts Funeral Home, Braymer in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to the Christian Women's Fellowship of the Christian Church. 

Larry D. Reeves
Larry Dean Reeves, 45, of Kansas City, passed away Saturday, December 30, 2000 at his home. 
Larry was born on December 27, 1955 to Franklin and Dorothy (Keen) Reeves in Lebanon. He grew up and attended school in Kansas City. He worked as a custodian for the Center School District in Kansas City for several years. 
Larry was preceded in death by his parents. 
he is survived by one sister, Ann Cody, Cowgill, MO; two nieces, Dorothy George, New Point, MO, and Denise Ledford, LeeÕs Summit; several aunts, uncles and cousins. 
Memorial services were held Sunday, January 7, 2000 at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Gower. Inurnment was at the Allen Cemetery in Gower. 

Janet K. Burchette
Janet K. Burchette, 59, of Smithville, passed away Friday, December 29, 2000 at St. LukeÕs Northland Hospital, Kansas City. 
She was born on April 9, 1941 to Clifford Russell and Loretta Neota (Tinkham) Thompson in Kansas City where she attended school and grew up. 
On January 16, 1981 she was united in marriage to Curtis Burchette. After their marriage they lived in Smithville. 
Janet worked at Spelman Memorial Hospital in Smithville as a nurseÕs assistant, in the Home Health Department and also the Medical Records Department for over 21 years. 
Janet attended the Hoover Christian Church and was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star in Kansas City. 
She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother, Clifford Russell Thompson, Jr., and one sister, Pamela Joyce Colver. 
She is survived by her husband, Curtis, of the home; daughter, Janet Lynn Wilson, Liberty; son, Jeff Anderson, Kearney; step-daughter, Lisa Elaine McClelland, Platte Woods; step-son, Jason Todd Burchette, Smithville; eight grandchildren, Fara, Erik, Austin, Travis, Trent, Kerstin, Krashel and Jessie; other relatives and many friends. 
Family graveside services and burial were held at the I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Smithville. 
Donations may be made to the American Lung Association. 
Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Smithville was in charge of arrangements. 

Donald E. Koenig
Donald E. Koenig, 72, of Gower, passed away Thursday, December 28, 2000 at North Kansas City Hospital. 
He was born on April 30, 1928 to Eugene and Catherine Ann (Baumgartner) Koenig in Reading, OH where he grew up and graduated high school. 
Donald then served his country in the U.S. Army during WWII. 
He was united in marriage to Rosemary Dilbert. After their marriage they lived in Reading, OH and in 1972 they moved to Kansas City. His wife, Rosemary, passed away on November 11, 1987, and in 1998 Donald moved to Gower. 
Donald was a member of the Catholic faith. 
He was also preceded in death by his parents. 
He is survived by three daughter, Debbie Cullen, Kansas City, Kim Pflugradt, Easton, Cathy Falke, Shawnee; four sons, Mark Koenig, Kansas City, KS, Steve Koenig, Westerville, OH, Jeff Koenig, Edwardsville, KS, Chris Koenig, Kansas City KS; thirteen grandchildren, Shannon, Ashley, Brittaney, Danielle, Lucas, Tylor, Courtney, Ryan, Nicholas, Chase, Boie, Kyle and Connor; one brother, Jerry Koenig, Reading, OH; one sister, Mary Weinle, Cincinnati, OH; other relatives and many friends. 
Scripture services were held Sunday, December 31 at the Hixon-Klein Funeral Home, Gower. Private family graveside service and burial were held at Allen Cemetery in Gower.

William J. Whitsell
William J. "Bill" Whitsell, 74, St. Joseph, died Sunday, Dec. 24, 2000, at a St. Joseph hospital. 
Mr. Whitsell had been a dry-wall contractor and had worked in maintenance for Weidmeier's Truck Stop in St. Joseph for 10 years. He also was a Wells Fargo security guard at the regional office of American Family Insurance in St. Joseph. 
Born in Clarksdale, on Nov. 20, 1926, he served in the Naval Air Corps for two years. 
Mr. Whitsell was a member of the Troy, KS., Christian Church, where he was a teacher for the Golden Circle Class; Clarksdale Masonic Lodge No. 559, A.F.&A.M., of which he was a past master; charter member of the Clarksdale Lions Club; and member of the Sunlight chapter No. 247, Order of Eastern Star, of which he was a former past patron. He also had been a teacher at the Clarksdale Christian Church. 
In. 1968, he married Mary J. Russell. She survives of the home. 
Mr. Whitsell was preceded in death by a stepdaughter, Phyllis Rhyne; and his parents, Clifford and Berneta. 
Additional survivors are two sons, Larry and Bruce, both of Clarksdale; three daughters, Karen Baskett, Lathrop, Linda Larson, Minden, NE., and Tammy Inman, Springfield; three stepsons, Steven Miller, St. Joseph, Ted Miller, Troy, and David Miller, Lonetree, CO.; three stepdaughters, Virginia Sampson, Lubbock, TX., Sure Heinen, Lawrence, KS., and Donna MIller, St. Joseph; a brother, Bert, Clarksdale; a sister, Susie Nelson, Clarksdale; 36 grandchildren; 17-great-grandchildren; and a great-great-grandchild. 
Service were held Thursday, Dec. 28, 2000 at Meierhoffer Family Funeral Service, St. Joseph with burial at Memorial Park Cemetery, St. Joseph, with military rites by members of Pony Express American Legion Post No. 359, ST. Joseph. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or American Cancer Society. 

Lloyd Y. Shewey
Lloyd Y. Shewey, 83, Stewartsville, died Monday, Dec. 25, 2000, at a St. Joseph Hospital. 
Born in Stewartsville on October 20, 1917, Mr. Shewey was a life long resident. He graduated from Stewartsville High School. 
He was a former school bus driver and also was a mail carrier for 50 years, retiring in 1990. 
Mr. Shewey was a member of the First Baptist Church in Stewartsville where he served as a deacon for 50 years. He also was a member of the Lions Club in Stewartsville. 
On Nov. 20, 1943, he married Louis Stephens in St. Joseph. She survives of the home. 
He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Sadie. 
Additional survivors are two sons, Roger, Stewartsville, and Ross, Arvada, CO.; five grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. 
Service were held Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2000 at Bram-Summerfield Funeral Home, Stewartsville. Burial at Stewartsville Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Baptist Church Building Fund and sent to the funeral home at Box 69, Stewartsville, MO. 64490. 

Clarence W. Howell
Clarence W. Howell, 61, Breckenridge, died Friday, Dec. 22, 2000, at an Overland Park, KS., hospital. 
Mr. Howell was a truck driver for Rocor Transportation. He was born on April 3, 1939, in Rochester, NY. 
On Nov. 24, 1968, he married the former Teresa C. Johnson in Kansas City. She survives of the home. 
Mr. Howell was preceded in death by a son, Clarence; two stepchildren, Jackie Johnson and Edward Wright; his mother, Margaret VonHolt; a sister, Betty June; and a granddaughter, Shelly McGinnis. 
Additional survivors are his father, Clarence Sr. Rochester, NY; two sons, Michael, Webster, NY, and Clarence III, St. Joseph; two daughters, Terry Seiloff, Rochester, NY, and Alta Howell, Breckenridge; six stepdaughters, Teresa McGinnis, Hamilton, Kathryn Wright, Lawrence, KS., Linda Cashatt, Gower, Laura Bibb, Kansas City; Marilyn Riddly, Orrick; and Claudia Williams, St. Joseph; two brother, Mark Roy and Johnnie VonHolt, Kansas City; 23 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. 
Services were held Thursday, Dec. 28, 2000 at Lindley Funeral Home, Chillicothe. The body has been cremated. Memorials may be made to the Livingston County Heart Fund in care of Lindley Funeral Home. PO Box 47, Chillicothe, MO. 64601. 

Norman T. Mitchell
Norman T. "Mitch" Mitchell, 67, Forrest City, died Monday, Dec. 18, 2000. 
Mr. Mitchell, a coon hunter and gardener, was born Oct. 4, 1933, in Harrison, AR. 
He was a member of Teamster Local #41. 
His wife, Opal, preceded him in death. 
Mr. Mitchell was also preceded in death by a brother, E.G.; and his parents. 
Surviving: his fiancee', Jerry Ruth Bedford, of the home, three sons, Norman and Doug, Excelsior Springs, and Rueben, Lathrop; three daughters, Donna Bootka, Lawson, Dena Killday, Avondale, and Dianna Chance, Little Rock AR.; a brother, Jesse C. Prue, OK.; two sisters, Ruby Poole, Clarmeore, OK.; and Marcelle Spires, Locust Grove, OK.; 14 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. 
Services were held Friday at D.W. Newcomer's Sons White Chapel Funeral Home, Gladstone. With Burial at White Chapel Memorial Gardens, Gladstone. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. 

Ida L. Kagay
Ida Leona (Cone) Kagay, 91, of West Lafayette, IN, formerly of Gower, Missouri, passed away Monday, December 18, 2000 at a nursing home in West Lafayette. 
She was born on July 27, 1909 to Albert Lee and Effie Jane (Maddox) Cone in Gower, where she grew up and graduated from the Gower High School. 
On August 26, 1933 she was united in marriage to Edward F. Kagay. After their marriage they lived in Cedar Rapids, NE. Hartington, NE and Larned, KS. In 1980 they moved to Gower and in 1992 to West Lafayette, IN. Her husband, Edward, passed away January 20, 1993. 
Ida was a lifelong church pianist and organist and taught piano lessons for many years. She was also the accompanist for the Larned High School Choir in Larned and always accompanied her husbandÕs choral programs. 
Ida was a member of the First Baptist Church of Lafayette and a former member of the First Baptist ChurchÕs in Gower and Larned. 
She was also preceded in death by her parents; an infant son; three brothers, David Albert Cone, Leonard Ray Cone and Marvin Lee Cone; and one sister, Rena Katheryn (Cone) Everett. 
She is survived by her daughter, Harriet Coppoc and husband, Gordon L., West Lafayette, IN; two granddaughters, Laura Cummings, Indianapolis, IN and Elizabeth Coppoc-Gunshor, Madison, WI; three great-grandsons; and one brother, Donald A. Cone, North Kansas City. 
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, December 22 at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Gower. Burial will be at the Allen Cemetery in Gower. 
The family will receive friends from 1:00-2:00 p.m. Friday, one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. 
Donations may be made to the First Baptist Church of Gower or the Allen Cemetery. 

Floyd Hay
Floyd "Whack" Hay, 91, of Edgerton, formerly of Camden Point, passed away Sunday, December 17, 2000 at Heartland Regional Medical Center in St. Joseph. 
He was born on September 24, 1909 to Charlie and Viola Hay in Paris, KY. Floyd attended school and grew up near Dearborn, MO. 
On January 10, 1939 he was united in marriage to Anna Pierce. After their marriage they lived near Edgerton where they farmed. Floyd also worked for the Parkville School System for over 15 years. In 1970 they moved to Camden Point and in 1987 they moved to Dearborn. In 1995 they moved to the Gower Convalescent Center. 
Floyd was a member of the Davis Chapel Church near Dearborn. 
Floyd was preceded in death by his parents and nine brothers and sisters. 
He is survived by his wife, Anna of the home; three sons, Dub Hay, Lake Viking, MO, Kenny Hay, Camden Point, and Ronnie Hay, Edgerton; one daughter, Marie Rickel, Camden Point; six grandchildren, Gene, Mark, Dean, Robin, Terry and Ed; seventeen great-grandchildren; and one sister, Ione "Dude" Nelson, Edgerton. 
Funeral services were held Wednesday, December 20 at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Edgerton. Burial was at the Dearborn Cemetery in Dearborn. 
Donations may be made to the Camden Point Baptist Church. 

B. Frank McQuinn
B. Frank McQuinn, 74, of Cameron died December 15, 2000 at his home. A lifelong resi-dent of the area, he was born in Cameron and attended school there. He was the former owner/operator of the Turney Elevator and a real estate agent for Ben Lee Realtor in Cameron. He was a member of St. Munchin's Catholic Church and a 4th Degree member of Knights of Columbus, a lifetime member of the Cameron Elks Lodge, and founder of Cameron's St. Patrick's Day Parade. 
On April 25, 1953, he married Patricia Ann Goad. She survives of the home. 
Frank was preceded in death by his parents, B.W. and Ana McQuinn and a sister Georgeana McKean. 
Survivors include four sons, Mike, Steve and Chris all of Cameron and Bill of Gallatin; a brother, Maurice of Salinas, CA; a sister, Susy Nothhouse, Estero, FL; and four grandchildren. 
Services were held Monday, December 18, 2000, at St. Munchin's Catholic Church with burial in Cameron Memory Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Munchin's Church or the Knights of Columbus. Poland-Thompson Funeral Home, Cameron was in charge of arrangements. 

Eugene F. Tillman
Eugene F. Tillman, Sr. 89, of Plattsburg died Friday, December 15, 2000, at a hospital in Kansas City, KS. 
Mr. Tillman was born March 22, 1911 in Plattsburg. 
Mr. Tillman was the owner and operator of the Tillman's Inn Restaurant in Plattsburg for many years. He also operated the Tillman's Construction Co. He was a member and deacon of the Second Baptist Church in Plattsburg and also served a few years on the Plattsburg City Council. During WWII he served in the United States Army, where he received a good conduct medal. 
Mr. Tillman married Lillian Hortense Clark whom preceded him in death on October 17, 1991. Also preceding him in death were his parents, Dennis and Carrie Tillman, a brother Cecil B. Tillman, a sister Agnes Tobin, two grand-sons, Miles Freeman and Mark Tillman. 
Survivors include two sons, John Tillman of Los Angeles, CA, Eugene Tillman, Jr. of Plattsburg; two daughters, Barbara Jackson and Leola Tillman-Bey, both of Grandview; a sister, Gladys Atchison, of Plattsburg; six grand-children and 13 great-grandchil-dren. 
Funeral services will be held Thursday, Dec. 21, 2000 at the Second Baptist Church, Plattsburg. Family visitation will be held from 11am to 12 noon Thursday, at the church. Burial will be in the Mt. Washington Cemetery, Plattsburg. Cox Funeral Home, Plattsburg has in charge of the arrangements. 

Dewey G. Rightmire
Dewey G. Rightmire, 83, of Kansas City, formerly of St. Joseph and Cameron, passed away Friday, December 15, 2000 at St. LukeÕs Northland Hospital in Kansas City. 
He was born on September 30, 1917 to Warren Harvey and Ella O. (Orr) Rightmire in Independence, WV. Dewey grew up in Parsons, WV where he graduated from high school in 1936. He then attended the University of West Virginia in Morgantown, WV. 
On September 22, 1944, he was united in marriage to Nellie Marie Hale. After their marriage they lived in Ashland, KY, Ironton, OH, Westwood, KY, Emporia, KS , St. Joseph and Cameron, and in 1970 they moved to Kansas City. 
Dewey worked as a civil engineer for many states and private companies throughout the Midwest where he was instrumental in the construction of several major interstate highway systems. 
Dewey was a member of the Baptist church. 
He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Pauline Harris. 
He is survived by his wife, Nellie, of the home; one daughter and son-in-law, Sandra and Francis Everett, Cameron; one son and daughter-in-law, Warren and Diana Rightmire, Kansas City; six grandchildren, Mike Everett, Bill Everett, Sherrie Duke, Jennifer Dietz, Daron Dietz and Kimberly Dietz; and a niece, Alice Rathborn, San Diego, CA, who was raised in the home. 
Funeral services were held Monday, December 18 at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Gower. Burial was at the Allen Cemetery in Gower. 

Orba M. "Pat" Black
Orba May "Pat" (Johnson) Black, 97, of Edgerton, passed away Monday, Dec. 11, 2000 at Beverly Health and Rehab in Smithville. 
She was born on May 22, 1903 to Charles Jacob and Dorothy Anna (Barnes) Johnson in Richland, IA. Pat grew up in Brighton, IA and later graduated from Chillicothe Business College in Chillicothe, and in 1925 she moved to Kansas City. On September 3, 1938 she was united in marriage to William W. Black. After their marriage they lived in Kansas City until 1943 when they moved to Edgerton. 
Pat taught school and worked as a secretary in Kansas City for 17 years, and from 1960-68 she worked as an office clerk at Spelman Memorial Hospital in Smithville. 
Pat was a member of the Edgerton United Methodist Church and a member and past-matron of the Adelphi Chapter #389, Order of the Eastern Star in Edgerton. 
She was preceded in death by her parents, and her husband, William W. Black, on Spetember 2, 1972. 
She is survived by nieces, nephews and cousins. 
Funeral services were held Wednesday, December 13 at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Edgerton. Burial was at the Ridgely Cemetery in Ridgely. 
Donations may be made to the Edgerton United Methodist Church. 

Jim Coleman
Jim Coleman, 65, of Camden Point, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2000 at his home. 
He was born on January 9, 1935 to Charles Richard and Leta Grace (Tate) Coleman in Ferguson, MO. Jim grew up and graduated from high school in Houston, MO and later served his country in the U.S. Army in Germany. 
On February 12, 1961 he was united in marriage to Selma Hinkle. After their marriage they moved to Rolla, and in 1983 they moved to Camden Point. 
Jim worked for the Corps of Engineers as a construction inspector for over 30 years in Fort Leonard Wood and later Fort Leavenworth. He also worked for Brunson Construction in Fort Leavenworth and J.E. Dunn Construction in Kansas City. 
Jim was a member of the Newburg Baptist Church, Newburg, MO., the V.F.W. and Elks Club, both in Leavenworth, and the American Bowling Congress. 
He was preceded in death by his parents. 
He is survived by his wife, Selma of the home; three sons, Scott Coleman, Colorado Springs, Jeff Coleman, Rushville, MO, and Terry Coleman of the home; two daughters, Julie Coleman, St. Louis, and Angie Manville, Dearborn; six granddaughters, Ashley, Sara, Ali, Abi, Hailey, and Daija; one sister, Delores Willis, Claremont, OK; other relatives and many friends. 

Orba M. "Pat" Black
Orba May "Pat" (Johnson) Black, 97, of Edgerton, passed away Monday, Dec. 11, 2000 at Bevery Health and Rehab in Smithville. 
She was born on May 22, 1903 to Charles Jacob and Dorothy Anna (Barnes) Johnson in Richland, IA. Pat grew up in Brighton, IA and later graduated from Chillicothe Business College in Chillicothe, and in 1925 she moved to Kansas City. On September 3, 1938 she was united in marriage to William W. Black. After their marriage they lived in Kansas City until 1943 when they moved to Edgerton. 
Pat taught school and worked as a secretary in Kansas City for 17 years, and from 1960-68 she worked as an office clerk at Spelman Memorial Hospital in Smithville. 
Pat was a member of the Edgerton United Methodist Church and a member and past-matron of the Adelphi Chapter #389, Order of the Eastern Star in Edgerton. 
She was preceded in death by her parents, and her husband, William W. Black, on Spetember 2, 1972. 
She is survived by nieces, nephews and cousins. 
Funeral services were held Wednesday, December 13 at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Edgerton. Burial was at the Ridgely Cemetery in Ridgely. 
Donations may be made to the Edgerton United Methodist Church. 

Mammie Louisa Ballard
Mammie Louisa Ballard, 86, of Plattsburg, formerly of Lathrop, died Tuesday, December 5, 2000 at the Clinton Care and Rehab Center in Plattsburg. 
Mammie was born on November 21, 1914 in Alma, AR and had lived in Kansas City before moving to Lathrop in 1975. She lived in Lathrop for 25 years, moving into the Care Center in Plattsburg one and a half years ago She was a homemaker and a member of the Lathrop Assembly of God Church. On September 24, 1937, Mammie was united in marriage to Stevie Ballard in Arkansas and he preceded her in death in 1992. 
She was also preceded in death by her parents, Thomas and Lillie Denny Steele; two brothers, Homer and Howard; and one sister, Minnie McBride. 
Survivors include four sons, James L. of Lathrop, Jerry E., Shepherdsville, KY, Albert K., Shawnee, and Gilbert W. of Raymore; one daughter, Janet Foland, Belton; 14 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. 
Funeral services were held Saturday, December 9 at the Bailey Funeral Home in Lathrop, and burial was at the Lathrop Cemetery. 

Donna L. Dittmar
Donna L. Dittmar, 44, of Plattsburg, died unexpectedly Wednesday, December 6, 2000 at a Liberty hospital. 
Mrs. Dittmar, a homemaker, had previously worked as office manager for auto dealerships in the Plattsburg and Kansas City areas. 
Born February 15, 1956 in Plattsburg, she attended school in Plattsburg and graduated from Lathrop High School. 
On June 17, 1974, she married Roger L. Dittmar in Gower. He survives of the home. 
She was preceded in death by her father, Robert E. Barnett, and sister, Sharon Filley. 
Survivors are mother, Ida Mae (Randall) Barnett, Plattsburg; son Randy, Plattsburg; four sisters, Sarah Brown and Connie Smith, both of Plattsburg, Karen Brown, St. Joseph, Linda Jones, Bridge City, TX; two brothers, Bobby Barnett, Plattsburg, John Barnett, Gower; a granddaughter; and several nieces and nephews. 
Services were held Saturday, December 9 at the Cox Funeral Home. Interment was at Mount Zion Cemetery in Gower. 

Pharis Leo Hoyle
Pharis Leo Hoyle, 60, of Lathrop, passed away Wednesday, December 6, 2000 at his home near Lathrop. 
Pharis was born on October 17, 1940 in Kansas City. 
He lived in the Kansas City area before moving to Lake Arrowhead near Lathrop 12 years ago. He had worked for the Norfolk & Southern Railroad for 32 years before retiring this year. 
Pharis was preceded in death by his parents, Cecil M. and Marguarite Clark Hoyle. 
He is survived by one son, Daniel Hoyle, Kansas City; one daughter, Toni McEntire, Bowling Green, KY; one brother, John Hoyle, Orrick; and six grandchildren. 
Funeral services were held Monday, December 11 at the Morris Bailey Chapel in Holt. Burial followed in the East Slope Cemetery in Riverside. 

James E. Mellon
James E. Mellon, 83, of Kansas City, passed away Friday, December 1, 2000 at St. Luke's Hospital. 
Mr. Mellon was born on April 30, 1917 in Converse, MO, and had lived most of his life in Lathrop and the Kansas City area. 
He had been a groceryman and also owned a grocery store in Lathrop for many years. He was an Army veteran and of the Baptist faith. 
Mr. Mellon is survived by his wife, Bonnie Mellon of the home; four daughters, DeAnn Prichett of Lathrop, Susie Freece of Lathrop, Betty Moon of North Kansas City, and Jane Mings of Blue Springs; 11 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. 
Services were held Tuesday, December 5, 2000 at the Speaks Suburban Chapel. Graveside services were at Lathrop Cemetery in Lathrop. 

Bradley G. Ford
Bradley Garland Ford, two-day-old son of Joseph and Sondra Ford, Gladstone, died Monday, November 27, 2000, at a Kansas City hospital. 
Additional survivors include paternal grandfather, Wayne Ford, Stewartsville; paternal grand-mother, Deborah Stevenson, St. Joseph; paternal great-grand-mother and step great-grandfa-ther, Shirley and Mike Russell, Plattsburg; paternal great-grandfa-ther, Garland Ford, Plattsburg; and paternal great-grandmother, Eileen Watson, Stewartsville. 
Services were held Friday, December 1, 2000 at Mount Mo-riah terrace Park Funeral Home, Kansas City. Burial was in Mount Moriah Terrace Park Cemetery, Kansas City. 

Alice A. Irinyi
Alice Atlanta Irinyi, 90, of Lee's Summit, formerly of Gower, Cameron and Stewartsville, passed away Thursday, November 30, 2000 at John Knox Village Care Center in Lee's Summit. 
She was born on November 29, 1910 to John William Pitts and Ethel (Hylton) Pitts-Koontz in Hickory County, Missouri. She grew up in Kansas City, graduated high school, and later attended Park College in Parkville where she received her teaching degree. 
On June 6, 1950 she was united in marriage to Dr. E.T. Irinyi. After their marriage they lived in Stewartsville and Cameron and in 1968 they moved to Gower where they made their home. Her husband, Doc, passed away June 24, 1997. 
Alice taught school in Elmo and Cameron, and in 1961 became the English teacher at Central High School in St. Joseph, until retiring in 1973. 
She was a member of the Gower Christian Church where she was elected as the first woman Elder, served as Chairman of the Worship Committee and taught Vacation Bible School. She was also a member of the Gower Stay Young Club. 
Alice was also preceded in death by her parents. 
She is survived by two sons, Hylton Bain, Cameron, and Darryl Irinyi, Raytown; one daughter, Dianne Edgecomb, Shell Knob, eight grandchildren, Michele Rainey, Greg Offutt, Kim Kastilahn, Michael Bain, Theresa Steinlage, Richard Bain, Rebecca Irinyi and Amanda Irinyi; fourteen great-grandchildren, other relatives and many friends. 
Memorial services were held Saturday, December 2 at the Gower Christian Church. Private family inurnment was at the Allen Cemetery in Gower. 
Arrangements were made by Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Gower. 
Donations may be made to the Gower Christian Church. 

Jo Ann (Noble) Barton
Jo Ann (Noble) Barton, 68, of the Frazier Community, rural Agency, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2000 at Heartland Regional Medical Center in St. Joseph. 
She was born on September 29, 1932 TO J.D. and Madonna Ann (Sherwood) Noble near Dearborn. Jo Ann grew up near Frazier where she graduated from the Number Five Elementary School and in 1950 graduated valedictorian from the Gower High School. She then attended Northwest Missouri State Teacher¹s College in Maryville and graduated in 1957. 
On August 12, 1956 she was united in marriage to Chester L. Barton. After their marriage they lived in the Frazier Community of rural Agency. 
Jo Ann taught elementary school in Council Bluffs, IA, Gower, Edgerton and St. Joseph. In 1998, after teaching 46 years, she retired from Mid-Buchanan Elementary School in Faucett. 
In 1954 Jo Ann was an International Farm youth Exchange Delegate to Scotland. She was selected as an outstanding educator in the 1975 Edition of Who¹s Who in Missouri Education. In 1989-90 she was included in Who¹s Who in American Education, and was nominated by Wendy Wood for inclusion in 1997-98. In 1996 she was a recipient of the Mercedes ³Dede² Smith Award for outstanding gifted teacher of the year. 
Jo Ann was a member of the Frazier Baptist Church for over 53 years where she taught Sunday School and Vacation Bible School, and served as W.M.U President. She belonged to the Number Five 4-H Club and the Number Five Extension Club, both in Frazier. She was president of the Mid-Buchanan C.T.A. for many years, the M.S.T.A. and the Stay Young Club. 
Jo Ann was preceded in death by her mother; a son, David; and a daughter, Ellen. 
She is survived by her husband, Chester L. Barton, of the home; one daughter, Jo Lynn Huwe, Gower; one son and daughter-in-law, Allen and Donna Barton, Gower; five grandchildren, Jessica, Emily, Bethany, Kelsey and Megan; her father, J.D. Noble, Agency; one sister, Joyce King, St. Joseph; other relatives and many friends. 
Funeral services were held Friday, November 17 at the Frazier Baptist Church. 
 

Lloyd Mark Gray
Lloyd Mark Gray, 81, of St. Joseph, formerly of Easton, passed away Saturday, November 25 at Heartland Regional Medical Center in St. Joseph. 
He was born on January 2, 1919 to Wyman and Emma L. Shackelford) Gray near Hemple where he attended school and grew up. 
On January 19, 1937 he was united in marriage to Leota Mae Anderson in St. Joseph. After their marriage they lived in rural Buchanan County until 1962 when they moved to St. Joseph where they made their home. 
Lloyd was a farmer for many years, later owned and operated the Easton Feed Store, and retired as a contract mail carrier for the U.S. Postal Service. 
He was a member of the Swiss Pairs and Squares and the YMCA Promenader¹s, both in St. Joseph. 
Lloyd was preceded in death by his parents and one grandson, David Knadler. 
He is survived by his wife, Leota, of the home; two daughters and sons-in-law, Patsy L. and Charles Lawson, Stanberry, and Nancy A. and Ronald Knadler, Easton; one son and daughter-in-law, Larry L. and Eva L. Gray, Stewartsville; five grandchildren, Warren, Ronda, Brad, Jeff and Kim, eight great-grandchildren, one great-great-granddaughter; other relatives and many friends. 
Funeral services were held Monday, Nov. 27 at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Gower. Burial was at the Frazier Cemetery in Frazier. 

Sarah Jo Headrick
Sarah Jo Headrick, 78, of Smithville, passed away Friday, November 24, 2000 at St. Luke¹s Northland Hospital in Smithville. 
She was born on December 14, 1921 to William Marvin and dolly May (Walker) Moore near Kearney where she attended school and grew up. 
On May 7, 1941 she was united in marriage to Jasper David Headrick. After their marriage they lived near Smithville and in 1968 they moved to Smithville where they made their home. Her husband, Jasper, passed away on January 25, 1977. 
Jo worked at Everly Health Care and later Spelman Memorial Hospital, both in Smithville. 
She was also preceded in death by her parents; one son, William David ³Buddy² Headrick on June 20, 1968; two brothers, J.T. ³Pete² Moore and William Marvil ³Bo² Moore; three sisters, Emma Frances Blankenship, Maurine Moberly and Ethel Marie Lee. 
She is survived by two daughters and sons-in-law, Nancy and Fred Barber, Stone Mountain, GA, and Linda and Don Mangels, Smithville; three grandchildren, Heather, Stacy and Shelley; three great-grandchildren, Anna, Sarah and Kayla; two brothers, Joseph Moore, Smithville, and Kenneth Moore, Excelsior Springs; six sisters, Dorothy Hickman, Silverton, OR, Bessie Bruce and Erma Nell Herring, both of Smithville, Jean Turnipseed, Dallas, Alice Crooks, Kansas City, and Jane West, Trimble; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends. 
Funeral services were held Monday, Nov. 27 at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Smithville. Burial was at the I.O.O.F. Cemetery in Smithville. 

Milford H. House
Milford Hadley House, 91, of the Starfield Community in rural Gower, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2000 at Heartland Regional Medical Center in St. Joseph. 
Milford was born on December 30, 1908 to Rev. E.T. and Mary (Carter) House in Polk County near Pleasant Hope, MO where he spent his early years. 
On June 24, 1934 he was united in marriage to Sarah White of Plattsburg. After their marriage they made their home in the Starfield Community. Milford farmed in the Starfield area for over 67 years. 
He was a member of the Mt. Zion Freewill Baptist Church where he served as deacon for many years. He was also a member of the Plattsburg Masonic Lodge #113 AF & AM. He was a member of the Mt. Zion Cemetery Board where he had served as president . He was a 4-H Leader for over 20 years. 
Milford was preceded in death by his parents; an infant daughter, Betty Ann; five brothers, Ira, Tolbert, Rufus, James and Claudie House; three sisters, Rosa House, Ada Culley and Wava Sims. 
He is survived by his wife, Sarah, of the home; three sons and daughters-in-law, Darrel L. and Luray House and Gary M. and Connie House, all of Gower, and Dale M. and Lianne House, Prairie Village; five grandchildren, Cynthia Benz, Stephanie Phipps, Eric House, Scott House and Carter House; four great grandchildren, Tabatha Phipps, Jacob Phipps, Amanda Benz and Kiera Benz; two sisters, Bessie Ogden, Sacramento, Calif. and Opal Johnson, Houston, Texas; several nieces and nephews; other relatives and many friends. 
Funeral services were held Saturday, Nov. 25 at the Mt. Zion Freewill Baptist Church in rural Gower. Burial was at the Mt. Zion Cemetery. 
Donations may be made to the Mt. Zion Cemetery Association or the Mt. Zion Freewill Baptist Church. 

Janet Moore
Janet Moore, 64, of rural Dearborn, passed away Thursday, Nov. 16, 2000 at Heartland Regional Medical Center in St. Joseph. 
She was born on August 5, 1936 to Lowell Thomas and Ethel (Stanton) Nash near Frazier, MO. Janet attended school and grew up near Frazier and also St. Joseph and in 1954 she graduated from Central High School in St. Joseph. 
On December 7, 1962 she was united in marriage to Bob Moore. After their marriage they lived in Dearborn and Gower and in 1970 they moved to rural Dearborn where they made their home. 
Janet worked for Southwestern Bell Telephone Company in St. Joseph, Ben Franklin Warehouse in North Kansas City and later for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in Kansas City as a secretary. 
Janet and her husband, Bob, also owned and operated Moore Antiques in Dearborn for several years. 
Janet was a member of the United Methodist Church in Edgerton and the P.B.X. Club in St. Joseph. 
She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Jewell Nash. 
She is survived by her husband, Bob, of the home; one son and daughter-in-law, Rick and Tina Moore, Dearborn; one brother, Guy Nash, Springfield; three sisters, Phyllis Scrivner, Raytown, Darlyne Horn, Kansas City, and Linda Bowman, O¹Fallon; several nieces and nephew, other relatives and many friends. 
Funeral services were held Monday, Nov. 20, 2000 at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Edgerton. Burial was at the Davis Chapel Cemetery in Dearborn. 
Donations may be made to the Davis Chapel Cemetery. 

Hjelmer R. Anderson
Hjelmar R. "Andy" Anderson, 90, of Plattsburg, died Thursday, November 16, 2000, at a Plattsburg health care center. 
Mr. Anderson worked as a service man for the former Gas Service Co. in Smithville and Liberty. He attended Central Missouri State Teachers College in Warrensburg. 
Born Feb. 26, 1910, in Plattsburg he formerly resided in Smithville before moving back to Plattsburg. 
He was a member of the V.F.W. Post #4428, American Legion Post #97, both of Plattsburg and Kiwanis and the First Christian Church in Smithville for over forty years. He also volun-teered as a firefighter in Smithville and Plattsburg and served on the city council and the housing Authority in Smithville. 
During World War II, he served in the United States Army where he received two bronze stars. 
In 1940, he married the former Rosanna Rogers. She survives him. 
He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Ida May Imbler; five brothers, Arnold, Paul, Max, John and Clinton; four sis-ters, Flora Jerabeck, Alma Quinn, Dorothy Sweeney, and Ruth Bowers; one granddaughter. 
Additional survivors include two daughters, Karen Boswell of Renton, WA and Janice Maxfield of Kansas City; a son, Stephen of Lyndon, KS; five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. 
Services were held Monday at the First Christian Church, Plattsburg with interment in the Green Lawn Cemetery, Plattsburg. Cox Funeral Home, was in charge of arrangement. The family suggests memorial gifts to Kendallwood Hospice. 

Cordelia L. Gantz
Cordelia Lorraine Gantz, 101, Plattsburg, formerly of Stewarts-ville, died Monday, Nov. 13, 2000, at a health-care center in Plattsburg. 
Miss Gantz had been a clerk in the family owned Gantz Lumber Co. in Stewartsville. 
Born in Stewartsville on Sept. 15, 1899, she was a graduate of Stewartsville High School and at-tended William Woods College in Fulton. 
Miss Gantz was a member of the Culbertson Chapel United Methodist Church where she was active in the United Methodist Women, was a former member of he administration board and was a Sunday Shcool teacher. She also was a member of the Stewartsville Garden Club, of which she was a past president; and DeKalb county Republican Party. She also had served on the DeKalb County Election Board. 
She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Nell Gantz; and a sister, Rufina Hatch. 
Survivors include a sister, Marguerite Gantz, Plattsburg. 
Graveside service and burial was held Thursday, Nov. 16, 2000, at the Stewartsville Cemetery. Bram-Summer field Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to her church in care of the funeral home, PO Box 69, Stewartsville, MO 64490. 

Josephine Gillespie
Josephine Gillespie, 79, for-merly of Holt, died Wednesday, November 15 at the Clinton Care and Rehab Center in Plattsburg. 
She was born February 4th, 1921 in Holt and had lived in the area most of her life. She was a homemaker and a member of the Holt Baptist Church. 
On August 8, 1957, Josephine was married to Wilson Gillespie in Holt. He preceded her in death. 
Also preceding her in death were her parents, James and Molly Haynes Albright; three brothers, James, Robert and Paul; two sisters, Beatrice Rea and Mary Hamilton. 
Survivors include a son, Milton Gillespie of Kansas City; a daughter, Gala Garlenski of Pompano Beach, FL; four sisters, Margaret Cox of Jefferson City, Helen Clower of St. Joseph, Addlene Bernard of Plattsburg, and Irene Rooney of Cameron. 
funeral services were held Saturday, Nov. 18th at the Morris Bailey Chapel in Holt with burial in the Muddy Fork Cemetery, Holt. 

Erma C. Bodenhausen
Erma Carolyn Bodenhausen, 95, of Gower, passed away Sunday, November 12, 2000 at the Gower Convalescent Center. 
She was born on July 21, 1905 to August and Bertha (Brohn) Ladage near Helena where she attended school and grew up and in 1922 she graduated from Lafayette High School in St. Joseph. Erma later taught in the Clanton and Cosby elementary schools. 
On January 30, 1927, she was united in marriage to Ira H. Bodenhausen. After their marriage they farmed near Cosby. They moved to Gower in 1939 where they made their home and continued farming. Her husband, Ira, passed away on December 31, 1979. 
Erma was a longtime member of the Gower Christian Church where she taught Sunday School for many years. She was also a member of extension clubs and card clubs and was a 4-H Leader in Gower for many years. 
Erma was also preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Clarence Ladage and an infant great-granddaughter, Ellen West. 
She is survived by three sons and daughters-in-law. Max and Delys Bodenhausen, Highlandville, Vance and Linda Bodenhausen, Keith and Mary Bodenhausen, all of Gower; one sister, Edna Schwalm, St. Joseph; seven grandchildren, Von, John, Brad, Brooke, Brent, Dana and Andrea; five great-grandchildren, Hannah, Max, Michael, Morgan and Madison, other relatives and many friends. 
Funeral services were held Tuesday, November 14 at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Gower. Burial was at the Allen Cemetery in Gower. 

Courtney M. Burcham
Courtney M. Burcham, 13, Cameron, died Saturday, Nov. 11, 2000 as a result of injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident. 
Miss Burcham was a student at Cameron Middle School. She had previously been student at Clinton County Middle School. 
Born Sept. 25, 1987 in Antioch, TN, she had been a resident of Dubuque, IA and Plattsburg. She had resided in Cameron since July, 2000. 
Survivors include her mother, Vicky J. Burcham of the home; her step-father, Jim Freese of the home; two sisters, Tonya J. Burcham and Nicole C. Burcham both of the home; a brother, James A. Freese of the home; her maternal grandparents, Carl and Nancy Burcham of Brookings, OR; her paternal step-grandparents, Alan and Janice Freese of Dubuque, and aunts, uncles and cousins. 
Services were held Tuesday at the First Baptist Church, Plattsburg with interment in the Green Lawn Cemetery, Plattsburg. Cox Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. 

John W. Chesnut
John Wesley Chesnut, 76, of Dearborn, passed away November 10, 2000 at North Kansas City Hospital. 
He was born on March 24, 1924 to George and Frankie Braden (Sherwood) Chesnut near Dearborn, Mo. He attended school and grew up in the Edgerton and Dearborn area. John then served his country in the United States Navy during World War II. 
On August 30, 1946, he was united in marriage to Cecelia Elizabeth Gardner. After their marriage they lived near Dearborn where they farmed and made their home. 
John was a member of the United Methodist Church of Dearborn and the Daniel-Shafer American Legion Post #445 of Edgerton, Missouri. 
He was preceded in death by his parents. 
He is survived by: his wife, Cecelia, of the home; two sons and daughters-in-law, Bernard and Debbie Chesnut of Edgerton, Mo., and Tom and Regina Chesnut of Dearborn, Mo.; four grandchildren, Tim and Wife, Beckey Chesnut, Todd Chesnut, Christina Chesnut and Crystal Chesnut, other relatives and many friends. 
Funeral services were held Monday, November 13 at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Edgerton. Burial was at David Chapel Cemetery in Dearborn. 
American Legion Flag Foldeing under the direction of the Daniel Shater American Legion Post #445 of Edgerton. 

Lorissa L. Fletcher
Lorissa L. Fletcher, 13, daughter of Cindy Fletcher of the home in Cameron and Gene Fletcher, Kansas City, died Saturday, Nov. 11, 2000, from injuries sustained in a one-vehicle accident on Route Y, five miles north of Plattsburg. 
Born in North Kansas City on June 4, 1987, Lorissa was a student at Cameron Middle School, where she was a member of the volleyball team. 
She was preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, George C. Fletcher. 
Additional survivors include three sisters, Stephanie, Dracilla and Trulea Fletcher, all of the home; maternal grandparents, John and Joanne Via, Rochester, NY; paternal grandmother, Barbara Lopez, Kansas City; and paternal great-grandmother, Ethel Brady, Parkville. 
Service was held Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2000 at the Cross Roads Assembly of God Church in Cameron with burial in Cameron Memory Gardens. Poland-Thompson Funeral Home, Cameron was in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made in her name.

Jim Jones
Jim Jones, 53, of Kansas City, formerly of St. Joseph, passed away Saturday, November 11, 2000 at his home. 
Jim was born on July 20, 1947 to James D. and Dorothy E. (Bolin) Jones in Maryville. He attended school and grew up in Mound City, and in 1965 graduated from the Mound City High School. 
On June 25, 1967, Jim was united in marriage to Sue Webb in St. Joseph, and after their marriage they lived in St. Joseph. They lated lived in Lathrop, Hamilton, Craig, Mound City, and in 1995 they moved to Kansas City. 
Jim worked as a Meat Cutter for several grocery stores in the communities where they lived. 
He was preceded in death by his parents. 
Jim is survived by his wife, Sue, of the home, one son, Jimmy Jones, Lincoln, NE; two daughters, Beth Blackburn, Hamilton, and Becki McGregor, Kansas City; three grandchildren, Alyssa and Dylan McGregor, and Logan James Jones; other relatives and many friends. 
Funeral services were held Tuesday, November 14 at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Gower. Burial was at the Allen Cemetery in Gower. 

Terry F. Kisner
Terry F. Kisner, 54, Plattsburg, died Friday, Nov. 10, 2000, at a Liberty hospital. 
Born April 19, 1946, in Fairmont, WV, MR. Kisner lived in Dallas, TX, for 13 years before moving to Plattsburg. 
He was a member of the American Legion Post in Plattsburg. 
Mr. Kisner was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Clovea; and his grandparents. 
Survivors include two children; a brother, Larry of Morgantown, WV; four sisters, Jocarol Stansberry, Waynsbug, PA, Connie Tenant, Fairmont, and Linda Swisher and Donna Stansberry, both of Morgantown; and three grandchildren. 
Service was held Sunday, Nov. 12, at the Cox Funeral Home in Plattsburg with burial in the Calvary Cemetery, Plattsburg. 

Tim L. Lawson
Tim L. Lawson, 16, Plattsburg, died Saturday, Nov.11, 2000 as a result of a motor vehicle accident near Plattsburg. 
Mr. Lawson was a junior at Plattsburg High School. He had been employed by Taco Bell in Liberty and for Hudson's Home Services in Plattsburg. 
Born Dec. 8, 1983 in Plattsburg, he was a lifelong resident of Plattsburg. 
He was a member of the First Assembly of god Church. 
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Rev. Harvey L. Lawson. 
Survivors include his parents, Shirley L. and Dennis G. Hudson of the home; a brother, Cody Hudson of the home; two sisters, Ashley G. Hudson and Chaning M. Hudson both of the home; two friends, Amber D. Lindsay and Kristen M. Lindsay both of the home; his maternal grandmother, Darlene M. Lawson of Clarksville, VA; his paternal grandparents, Jerri and Larry VanHorn of North Kansas City; his aunts and uncles, Darla and Jay Williams of Osage Beach, Robert and Rachel Wilkinson of Clarksville, VA and Donald McLerran of Osage Beach; and two cousins, Travis McLerran of Osage Beach and Harvey Wilkinson of Clarksville, VA. 
Services were held Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2000 at the First Baptist Church, Plattsburg with Interment in the Green Lawn Cemetery, Plattsburg. The family suggests memorial gifts to the Tim L. Lawson Memorial fund, c/o Kearney Trust, Kearney, MO. Cox Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. 
 

Msg Frankie L. Palmer
MSG Frankie Lee Palmer, 61, of Smithville, passed away Thursday, November 9, 2000 at St. LukeOs Northland Hospital in Kansas City. 
He was born on July 29, 1939 to Max L. and Theda J. (McCarty) Palmer in Kansas City, and attended school in Independence. Frankie then served his country in the U.S. Army for 24 years as a combat engineer and later as a senior recruiter. He served in Vietnam, where he received the Bronze Star and retired as a Master Sergeant in August of 1980. 
On November 25, 1983, he was united in marriage to Jane Klusman. After their marriage, they lived in Smithville. 
Frankie worked at PackOs Hardware in Smithville, was Director of Parks and Recreation for the City of Smithville, and was presently working at Big V Country Mart in Smithville as a receiving clerk. 
Frankie organized and founded the Smithville Lake Festival. He enjoyed his children, grandchildren and family and also enjoyed serving his community. 
He was preceded in death by his parents, Max L. Palmer and Theda J. Blankenship, one sister, Donna Cone, and wife, Linda Mae Palmer. 
He is survived by: his wife, Jane, of the home; seven sons, Mike Palmer, Colorado Springs, Dave Palmer, Smithville, Doug Palmer, Eugene, OR, David Palmer, Smithville, Darin Klusman, Liberty, Daniel Klusman, Kansas City, and Doug Klusman, Smithville; seven daughters, Donna Bell, Camdenton, Erica Taylor, Smithville, Judy Burks, Rayville, Danna Klusman, Grandview, Dawn Andrus, Kansas City, Dee Ann Klusman, Smithville, and Desri Klusman, Independence; sixteen grandchildren; two sisters, Manavalin Sue Knapp, Blue Springs, and Beverly Ann Race, Lake Ozark; one brother, Jackie Palmer, Smithville; and a host of nieces and nephews other relatives and many friends. 
Funeral services were held Monday, November 13 at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Smithville. Burial with full military honors was at Paradise Cemetery in rural Smithville. 

Carolyn R. Parks
Carolyn Ruth Parks, 62, of Cameron died Saturday, Nov. 11, 2000 at her home. 
She was born on March 6, 1938 in Lafayette, IN. On Dec. 3, 1966, Carolyn was united in marriage to Everett Parks in Plattsburg. He survives of the home. 
As a homemaker and member of the Mabel Worship Center she lived in the Cameron area for the past 34 years. 
Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents, George and Geraldine Lewis Graves and 7 half brothers and sisters. 
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Everett, Jr. and Jennifer Parks of Cameron; a sister and brother-in-law, Judith and Ralph Geiss of Auburn, WA; and three grandchildren, Hailey, Kylie and Whitney Parks. 
Services were held Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2000 at the Bailey Funeral Home in Lathrop with burial in the Lathrop Cemetery. 
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association. 
 

Pearl M. Warring
Pearl May Warring, 99, of Smithville, formerly of Trimble, passed away Tuesday, November 14, 2000 at Beverly Healthcare in Smithville. 
She was born on October 30, 1901 to Thomas Morgan and Mary Della (Pyle) DeMoss in Clay County near Paradise where she attended school and grew up. 
On December 5, 1923 she was united in marriage to Christian M. Warring. After their marriage they lived near Mt. Vernon, IL until moving to Trimble in 1937. Her husband preceded her in death in 1959. 
Pearl worked for over 25 years at several garment factories as a seamstress in Kansas City, and later worked for Whitaker Cables in North Kansas City. After retiring in 1971 she helped and cared for the elderly in the Trimble area. 
Pearl was a member of the Trimble Baptist Church. She was also a member of the International Ladies Garmet Worker's Union. 
She was also preceded in death by her parents, an infant brother and also seven brothers, Louis, Arthur, Franklin, Fred, Charlie, Thomas and Sherman DeMoss and two sisters, Kathrine Kinsey and Beulah Trout. 
She is survived by four sons, Christian ORedO Warring, Smithville, Thomas OBudO Warring, Smithville, Eugene Warring and Donald ODuckO Warring, both of Fairfield Bay, AR, 16 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren. 
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, November 18 at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Smithville. Burial will follow at the I.O.O.F. Cemetery in Smithville. 
The family will receive friends before the services from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. 

Linda S. Fulcher
Linda S. Fulcher, 57, St. Joseph, passed away, Sat., October 14, 2000, at her home. Mrs. Fulcher was born February 1, 1943, in St. Joseph, where she had lived all her life. She was for-merly a member of Hyde Park Foursquare Church in St. Joseph. 
She had been employed as a Florist at Myers-Watson for over 5 years, then for Kovacs Petals and Lace. 
On April 22, 1995, she mar-ried Jim Fulcher in St. Joseph. He survives of the home. 
She is preceded in death by her parents, Lemuel and Elsie (McDowell) Stewart; 3 brothers, Donald, Calvin and Thomas Stewart; 5 sisters, Clara Milbourn, Barbara Stewart, Nancy Stewart, Betty Stewart and Virginia Hurt, and a granddaughter, Samantha Jacobs. 
Survivors include 4; sons, Donald Jacobs, Ordway, CO, Tommy, Teddy and Lou Jacobs, all of Pueblo, CO; 4 daughters, Jackie McCarthy and Kandus Jacobs, Gower, Lisa DeHerrera, Avondale, CO, and Marcie Davis, St. Joseph; a step-son, John Fulcher, New York; a brother Nelson, Stewart, St. Joseph; 3 sis-ters, Jane Willford, Mulberry, FL, Alma McQueen and JoAnn Bernard, both of St. Joseph; 27 grandchildren and a great-grand-child. 
Services were held Monday, October 16, at the Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel. Cremation will follow the service with inurnment Wednes-day at Bellemont Cemetery, Wathena, KS. Memorials may be made to the Hands of hope Hospice 

Mary R. Stephens
Mary R. Stephens 63,of Plattsburg died Sunday, October 15, 2000, at the Liberty Hospital. She was born July 11, 1937, in Clarkville. She was a resident of Plattsburg for 14 years. 
Mrs. Stephens worked at a local restaurant for five years. 
Preceding her in death were her parents, Cecil and Ann Howdyshell, two brothers and a sister. 
Survivors include a son, Paul Stephens of Holt; a half-sister, Becky Heckter of Savannah; and a grandson. 
Visitation was held Tuesday, October 17, 2000 with cremation following under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Inc. 

Edna M. Watson
Edna M. Watson, 95, of Gower, formerly of Plattsburg died Monday, Oct. 9, 2000 at a health care center in Gower. Mrs. Watson was born Nov. 21, 1904, in Crocker. 
Mrs. Watson was a restaurant owner and also served as a nurse's aid for many years. She lived most of her life in Plattsburg until her health began to fail. 
She was preceded in death by her parents John and Julie Teeple, and a son John Watson. She is survived by several nieces and nephews. 
Graveside service and burial was held Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2000, at the #6 Cemetery in Gower with arrangements by the Cox Funeral Home, Inc., Plattsburg. 

Wagner M. Bernard
Wagner Moonie Bernard, infant daughter of Mark Bernard and Trisha Wagner, Lathrop, was still-born Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2000, at a Liberty hospital. 
She was preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, Larry Wagner. 
Additional survivors include a sister, Amanda, Gower; paternal grandparents, Bill and Karen Bernard, Lathrop and Jim an Devola Gordon, Linneus; maternal grandmother, Pat Wagner, Lathrop; paternal great-grandmother, Lucille Barnett, Plattsburg; and maternal great-grandparents, Lawrence and Iris Oralle. 
Graveside service and burial was Saturday at the Lathrop Cemetery. Arrangements were in care of the Bailey Funeral Home, Lathrop. 

Kent E. Lowry
Kent E. Lowry 71, of Smithville, died Thurs. Oct. 5, 2000, at his home. He was born July 17, 1929, in West Milton, OH. Kent attended public schools there for 12 years. 
In Aug., 1948, he entered the Air Force and spent four years in meteorology and electronics. He married Joan Samuelson in 1950. In Dec., 1953, Kent joined IBM and retired in March 1991. In Nov., 1990, he married Patricia Norris and they made their home in Smithville. 
Throughout his life Kent volunteered his time to local schools, churches, and community activities. Kent founded and was the first president of the Research Belton Hospital Foundation, and served as director of the Northern Cass County United Way. Kent was also one of the founders of the Kansas City Chapter of the National Corvette Restorers Society and was active as an officer and judged at local and regional meets for a number of years. He was a member of the Ararat Shrine Temple in Kansas City. 
He is survived by his wife, Patricia of the home, two daughters, Patty Lowry of Columbia, MD and Beth Klaus of Raymore; a son Ted Lowry of San Ramon, CA; a brother Ned of Las Cruces, NM; a sister Janice Donohoo of Englewood, OH; three step-daughters, Sherrie Homan, Connie Mosley and Robin Wooten and a very special brother and sister-in-law, Eldon and Jane Norris.; 10 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. 
Funeral services were held Saturday, Oct. 7, 2000 at the Cox Funeral Home with burial in the Green Lawn Cemetery, Plattsburg. Memorials may be made to the Northcare Hospice, c/o of the Cox Funeral Home, PO Box 373, Plattsburg, MO 64477. 
 

M. Allene Boydston
Mary Allene Boydston, 76, of Gladstone, formerly of Dearborn, passed away Friday, September 22, 2000 at North Kansas City hospital. 
She was born on January 7, 1924 to Ralph and Allie (McCauley) Dunlap near Dearborn. She grew up near Faucett and graduated from Faucett High School. 
On June 26, 1943 she was united in marriage to N. Howard Boydston. After their marriage they farmed in Buchanan County near Dearborn and in 1947 they moved to Cedar Falls, Iowa. In 1930 they returned to rural Dearborn where they resided until 1998 when they moved to Gladstone. Her husband, Howard, passed away on April 17, 1999. 
Allene worked as chief cook at North Platte High School in Dearborn for many years. 
She was a member of the Methodist Church in Edgerton and Dearborn and attended the Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Edgerton. She was also a member of the Order of the Eastern Star in Dearborn. 
She was also preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Harold Dunlap. 
She is survived by three sons and daughters-in-law, Marion and Joetta Boydston, Dearborn, Benjamin and Mary Boydston, Kansas City, and Earl and Debbie Boydston, Smithville; three grandchildren; one great-grandson; three step-grandchildren; eight step-great-grandchildren; one brother, Gene Dunlap, Faucett; one sister, Joyce Roberts, Independence. 
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, September 28 at the Mt. Zion Baptist church in Edgerton. Burial will follow at the Dearborn Cemetery in Dearborn. 
Donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association. 

Raymond E. DeVore
Raymond Earl DeVore, 96, of St. Joseph, formerly of San Antonio, MO, passed away Tuesday, September 19, 2000 at Carriage Square Health Care Center in St. Joseph. 
He was born on March 2, 1904 to Stephen and Ollie M. (Miller) DeVore on a farm near San Antonio where he attended school and grew up. On August 18, 1937 he was united in marriage to Leona Faye Patton. After their marriage they farmed in the San Antonio area. His wife, Leona, passed away on June 6, 1974. 
Raymond was a member of the Harmony-Cumberland Presbyterian Church in San Antonio. 
He was also preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Lester, Victor and Dale DeVore; and a sister, Hilda Spencer. 
He is survived by one daughter, Lela Townsend and husband, Logan, St. Joseph; two grandchildren, Tim Townsend, St. Joseph, and Leisa Baker and husband, Darren, St. Joseph; two great-grandchildren, Justin Townsend and Amber Barnett; two sisters, Ruth Frogge, Wenatchee, WA, and Lucille Teem, St. Joseph, several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends. 
Graveside services and burial were held Friday, September 22, 2000 at the Blakely Cemetery in Easton. 
Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Gower was in charge of arrangements. 

Aubrey L. Estes
Aubrey Lee Estes, 78, of Maysville, passed away Saturday, September 23, 2000 at a hospital in St. Joseph. 
He was born on September 3, 1922 to Dennis Lee and Goldie Opal (Bivens) Estes near Maysville. Aubrey attended school and grew up near Maysville and later graduated from the Clarksdale High School. 
On February 8, 1942 he was united in marriage to Ruby Jean Hasty. After their marriage they farmed near Maysville until 1976 when they retired and moved to Maysville. 
Aubrey later worked for MFA Oil Company and Roach Feed both in Maysville. 
Aubrey served his country in the U.S. Army during WWII in the Pacific. 
He was a member of the V.F.W. Post 5364 and also the Methodist Church both of Maysville. 
Aubrey was preceded in death by his parents. 
He is survived by his wife, Ruby Jean Estes, of the home; two sons, Keith Estes, Maysville, and Marvin Estes, St. Joseph; three daughters, Irene Sifers, Denver, Audrey Ousley, Maysville, and Nancy Gibson, Gallatin; nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. 
The body has been cremated. 
Graveside services and inurnment were held Wednesday, September 27, 2000 at the Oak Lawn Cemetery in Maysville. 
In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to the V.F. W. Pot 5364, c/o Bob Barton, Maysville, MO. 
Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Gower was in charge of arrangements. 

Mary C. Hill
Mary Cathern Hill, 67, of Helena, formerly of St. Joseph, passed away Tuesday, September 19, 2000 at a hospital in St. Joseph. 
She was born on August 27, 1933 to Milford and Justa Leona (Long) Fairchild in Chillicothe where she grew up and later graduated from Chillicothe High School. Mary then attended Missouri Methodist Nursing School in St. Joseph. 
On November 21, 1953 she was united in marriage to Herbert M. Hill, Sr. After their marriage they lived in St. Joseph and in 1974 moved to Helena where they made their home. 
Mary attended the Grace Assembly Church in St. Joseph and was a member of the Daughter's of the American Revolution. 
She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Donald Fairchild; one sister, Janet Sue Fairchild; and a grandson, Aaron Lee Hill. 
She is survived by her husband, Herbert M. Hill, Sr., of the home; two sons, Herbert M. Hill, Jr., Savannah, and Dale A. Hill, Gower; four daughters, Myra Horton, Trenton, Sherry Hill of the home, Debra Whitt, Gower, and Susan Merritt, Amazonia; fourteen grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Alice Louise Hill, of the home; one brother, Dale Fairchild, Springfield; thee sisters, Dorothy McCracken, Dawn, Eva Jane Barrick, Chillicothe, and Karen McBee, Braymer; several nieces and nephews; other relatives and many friends. 
Funeral services were held Friday, September 22, 2000 at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Gower. Burial was at the Helena Cemetery in Helena. 
Donations may be made to the Grace Assemby Church, 1207 W. Joseph, St. Joseph, MO. 

Betty L. Kaufman
Betty L. (Falkner) Kaufman, 69, Excelsior Springs, formerly of St. Joseph, died Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2000, at the Excelsior Springs Hospital. 
Mrs. Kaufman was a receptionist at Westfall-O'Dell Motors in Excelsior Springs. She retired as a U.S. postal worker. 
Born in St. Joseph on Sept. 21, 1930, she had resided in St. Joseph, Gladstone, Sedalia and Overland Park, KS before moving to Excelsior Springs in 1993. 
Mrs. Kaufman was a graduate of Central High School, where she was the first basketball queen. She was a former member of the Ashland United Methodist Church and Parent-Teacher Association of Eugene Field Elementary School, of which she was a past president. She was a former Girl Scout troop leader. 
She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Beatrice Falkner Sr. 
Survivors include six daughters, Debbi Kaufman, Roeland Park, KS, Cindi LaFever, St. Joseph, Valerie Burton, Gower, Lorri Kaufman, Kirkland, WA, Julie Beauchain, Springfield, VT., and Amy Bisbee, Excelsior Springs; two sons, Larry, Waverly, and John, St. Joseph; a brother, William Falkner Jr., St. Joseph; 18 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. 
Services were held Saturday, Sept. 23, 2000, at the Meierhoffer Family Funeral Service with entombment in Memorial Park Mausoleum, St. Joseph. Memorials may be made to a charity of the donor's choice. 

Mary Mitchell
Mary Frances Mitchell was born on October 15, 1926 to James Robert and Emma Anna (Pendleton) Gensheer in St. Joseph. She attended school and grew up in Gower and graduated from the Gower High School. 
In 1943 she was united in marriage to Marion H. “Bill” Mitchell. After their marriage they lived in Kansas City and El Dorado, KS and later moved to Montrose, MO where they made their home. Her husband, Bill, passed away in June of 1998. 
Mary worked as a sales clerk for many years at Sears in Kansas City. 
She was also preceded in death by her parents; one son, Jim Mitchell on Jan. 18, 1999; two brothers, William Arthur Gensheer and Tom Gensheer; and one sister, Betty Langler. 
She is survived by her daughter-in-law, Therese A. Mitchell, Grandview; two granddaughters, Melissa Williams and husband, Richard, and Tina Lawhead and husband Donald; one great-granddaughter, Kaylee Williams; one great-grandson, Carson Williams; a step-granddaughter, Nathalie Avise, all of Blue Springs; two brothers, Bob Gensheer, Denver, and John Gensheer, Wichita; one sister, Pauline Adkins-Borgmier, Edgerton; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends. 
 

Gene R. "Twister" Smith
Gene Rotchford "Twister" Smith was born on April 2, 1938 to Harold Rotchford and Alma Lee (Poage) Smith in Kansas City. He grew up in Gower and in 1955 he graduated from the Gower High School. He then attended Northwest Missouri State University in Maryville where he played football and served as captain of the team. He also served with the Army National Guard. 
Twister worked in sales for many years for H.D. Lee in Kansas City and Purina in St. Joseph and most recently worked for Watson's in Kansas City. 
He was preceded in death by his parents. 
He is survived by one brother, Harold Lee Smith, Gower; three sisters, Mary Jo Bent, Helen L. McDaniel and Sarah E. Norris, all of Kansas City; six nephews; two nieces; two great-nephews; eight great-nieces; other relatives and many friends. 

September 28, 2000 
M. Allene Boydston 
Mary Allene Boydston, 76, of Gladstone, formerly of Dearborn, passed away Friday, September 22, 2000 at North Kansas City hospital. 
She was born on January 7, 1924 to Ralph and Allie (McCauley) Dunlap near Dearborn. She grew up near Faucett and graduated from Faucett High School. 
On June 26, 1943 she was united in marriage to N. Howard Boydston. After their marriage they farmed in Buchanan County near Dearborn and in 1947 they moved to Cedar Falls, Iowa. In 1930 they returned to rural Dearborn where they resided until 1998 when they moved to Gladstone. Her husband, Howard, passed away on April 17, 1999. 
Allene worked as chief cook at North Platte High School in Dearborn for many years. 
She was a member of the Methodist Church in Edgerton and Dearborn and attended the Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Edgerton. She was also a member of the Order of the Eastern Star in Dearborn. 
She was also preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Harold Dunlap. 
She is survived by three sons and daughters-in-law, Marion and Joetta Boydston, Dearborn, Benjamin and Mary Boydston, Kansas City, and Earl and Debbie Boydston, Smithville; three grandchildren; one great-grandson; three step-grandchildren; eight step-great-grandchildren; one brother, Gene Dunlap, Faucett; one sister, Joyce Roberts, Independence. 
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, September 28 at the Mt. Zion Baptist church in Edgerton. Burial will follow at the Dearborn Cemetery in Dearborn. 
Donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association. 

Raymond E. DeVore 
Raymond Earl DeVore, 96, of St. Joseph, formerly of San Antonio, MO, passed away Tuesday, September 19, 2000 at Carriage Square Health Care Center in St. Joseph. 
He was born on March 2, 1904 to Stephen and Ollie M. (Miller) DeVore on a farm near San Antonio where he attended school and grew up. On August 18, 1937 he was united in marriage to Leona Faye Patton. After their marriage they farmed in the San Antonio area. His wife, Leona, passed away on June 6, 1974. 
Raymond was a member of the Harmony-Cumberland Presbyterian Church in San Antonio. 
He was also preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Lester, Victor and Dale DeVore; and a sister, Hilda Spencer. 
He is survived by one daughter, Lela Townsend and husband, Logan, St. Joseph; two grandchildren, Tim Townsend, St. Joseph, and Leisa Baker and husband, Darren, St. Joseph; two great-grandchildren, Justin Townsend and Amber Barnett; two sisters, Ruth Frogge, Wenatchee, WA, and Lucille Teem, St. Joseph, several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends. 
Graveside services and burial were held Friday, September 22, 2000 at the Blakely Cemetery in Easton. 
Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Gower was in charge of arrangements. 

Aubrey L. Estes 
Aubrey Lee Estes, 78, of Maysville, passed away Saturday, September 23, 2000 at a hospital in St. Joseph. 
He was born on September 3, 1922 to Dennis Lee and Goldie Opal (Bivens) Estes near Maysville. Aubrey attended school and grew up near Maysville and later graduated from the Clarksdale High School. 
On February 8, 1942 he was united in marriage to Ruby Jean Hasty. After their marriage they farmed near Maysville until 1976 when they retired and moved to Maysville. 
Aubrey later worked for MFA Oil Company and Roach Feed both in Maysville. 
Aubrey served his country in the U.S. Army during WWII in the Pacific. 
He was a member of the V.F.W. Post 5364 and also the Methodist Church both of Maysville. 
Aubrey was preceded in death by his parents. 
He is survived by his wife, Ruby Jean Estes, of the home; two sons, Keith Estes, Maysville, and Marvin Estes, St. Joseph; three daughters, Irene Sifers, Denver, Audrey Ousley, Maysville, and Nancy Gibson, Gallatin; nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. 
The body has been cremated. 
Graveside services and inurnment were held Wednesday, September 27, 2000 at the Oak Lawn Cemetery in Maysville. 
In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to the V.F. W. Pot 5364, c/o Bob Barton, Maysville, MO. 
Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Gower was in charge of arrangements. 

Mary C. Hill 
Mary Cathern Hill, 67, of Helena, formerly of St. Joseph, passed away Tuesday, September 19, 2000 at a hospital in St. Joseph. 
She was born on August 27, 1933 to Milford and Justa Leona (Long) Fairchild in Chillicothe where she grew up and later graduated from Chillicothe High School. Mary then attended Missouri Methodist Nursing School in St. Joseph. 
On November 21, 1953 she was united in marriage to Herbert M. Hill, Sr. After their marriage they lived in St. Joseph and in 1974 moved to Helena where they made their home. 
Mary attended the Grace Assembly Church in St. Joseph and was a member of the Daughter’s of the American Revolution. 
She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Donald Fairchild; one sister, Janet Sue Fairchild; and a grandson, Aaron Lee Hill. 
She is survived by her husband, Herbert M. Hill, Sr., of the home; two sons, Herbert M. Hill, Jr., Savannah, and Dale A. Hill, Gower; four daughters, Myra Horton, Trenton, Sherry Hill of the home, Debra Whitt, Gower, and Susan Merritt, Amazonia; fourteen grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Alice Louise Hill, of the home; one brother, Dale Fairchild, Springfield; thee sisters, Dorothy McCracken, Dawn, Eva Jane Barrick, Chillicothe, and Karen McBee, Braymer; several nieces and nephews; other relatives and many friends. 
Funeral services were held Friday, September 22, 2000 at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Gower. Burial was at the Helena Cemetery in Helena. 
Donations may be made to the Grace Assemby Church, 1207 W. Joseph, St. Joseph, MO. 

Betty L. Kaufman 
Betty L. (Falkner) Kaufman, 69, Excelsior Springs, formerly of St. Joseph, died Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2000, at the Excelsior Springs Hospital. 
Mrs. Kaufman was a receptionist at Westfall-O'Dell Motors in Excelsior Springs. She retired as a U.S. postal worker. 
Born in St. Joseph on Sept. 21, 1930, she had resided in St. Joseph, Gladstone, Sedalia and Overland Park, KS before moving to Excelsior Springs in 1993. 
Mrs. Kaufman was a graduate of Central High School, where she was the first basketball queen. She was a former member of the Ashland United Methodist Church and Parent-Teacher Association of Eugene Field Elementary School, of which she was a past president. She was a former Girl Scout troop leader. 
She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Beatrice Falkner Sr. 
Survivors include six daugh-ters, Debbi Kaufman, Roeland Park, KS, Cindi LaFever, St. Joseph, Valerie Burton, Gower, Lorri Kaufman, Kirkland, WA, Julie Beauchain, Springfield, VT., and Amy Bisbee, Excelsior Springs; two sons, Larry, Waverly, and John, St. Joseph; a brother, William Falkner Jr., St. Joseph; 18 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. 
Services were held Saturday, Sept. 23, 2000, at the Meierhoffer Family Funeral Service with entombment in Memorial Park Mausoleum, St. Joseph. Memorials may be made to a charity of the donor's choice. 

Donna F. England 
 Donna F. England, 42, Holt, passed away Sunday, Sept. 2, 2001, at her home after a long ill-ness. 
 Donna attended Alta Vista Elementary School, Lamar Junior High and Lamar Senior High in Lamar, CO. She received her Bachelor of Science in social work at the University of Kansas in 1983, a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education at Wichita State University in 1988, and a Master of Science in Education in Elementary Administration at Northwest Missouri State University in 1996. 
 She was superintendent and principal at Kingston from 1997-1999; principal and Title I instruc-tor at Cowgill RVI, Cowgill, from 1996-97; fourth-grade teacher at Lawson RXIV, Lawson, from 1994-96; Title I and fifth- and sixth- grade reading and math teacher at Renwick USD 267, Colwich, KS, from 1991-92, and  kindergarten and second-grade teacher at Wichita USD 259 from 1988-90. She also was the Coordinator of Volunteer Services for the Mental Health Association of Wichita in 1990; social worker for the American Red Cross in Wichita from 1983-85 and also for Johnson County Mental Retardation Center of Overland Park, KS, from 1982-83. England worked as a volunteer for Big Brothers and Big Sisters and Head Start. She was very active with the Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts of America and was proud to see her son become an Eagle Scout this year. 
 She was preceded in death by her mother, Helen England; a brother, Warren England, and a sister, Susan Cardenelli. 
 Survivors include her son, Sean Plummer; her partner, Brad Kursel, Holt; her father, H.L. England, Lamar, CO; five sisters, Linda Lamborn, Phoenixville, PA, Jo Jones, Salida, CO, Sharon England, York, ME, Karen Courkamp, McLoud, OK, and Wanda Wade, Brighton, CO; a brother, Robert England, Lamar, CO; also numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, great-nieces & nephews, many friends and her former husband, Randy Plummer of Holt. 
 A Celebration of Life was held Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2001 at the Community Covenant Church, Kearney and at the Lamar Christian Church of Lamar, CO on Friday, Sept. 7, 2001. Memorial donations can be made to the Sean Plummer Education Fund at Kearney Commercial Bank, PO Box 888, Kearney, Mo 64060 or the State Bank of Wiley, CO 81092. The family also suggests donations to Wanda Wade, 14651 Hayesmount Road, Brighton, CO 80603 for the Southern Care Hospice of Excelsior Springs. 

James O. Smith
 James O. 'Jim' Smith, 69, of Lawson, died Sunday, Sept. 2, 2001, at the Smithview Manor Nursing Center In Lawson. 
 Mr. Smith was born Aug. 23, 1932, in Lawson to Minnie Marguerite (Swope) and Ernest Smith. He was a lifelong area resi-dent. He was a Master Sergeant with the US Air Force, serving during the Korean and Vietnam Conflicts and retired from the Air Force in 1972. Following his mili-tary career, he worked for Cessna Aircraft Corporation in Wichita; the Excelsior Springs Job Corps; and the Hill Bus Company in Lawson until 2001. He was a Protestant. 
 He was preceded in death by his father in June of 1993; a son, Steve Smith in January of 1985; and a brother who died in infancy. 
 Survivors include his mother, Marguerite Smith of Lawson; two daughters, Lynn Jenkins of St. Joseph and Cheryl Garrison of Holt; two brothers, Ed Smith of Rocky Mount, and Mike Smith of Vidor, TX and two grandsons, Steven Garrison and Nathan Garrison, both of Holt. 
 Funeral services were held Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2001 at the Jarman Chapel in Lawson; burial with full Military Honors in Old Union Cemetery, near Lawson. Memorials are suggested to Liberty Hospice. 

Claudine N. Miller
 Claudine Norton Miller, 68, Kansas City North, formerly of Smithville, passed away, Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2001, at the North Kansas City  Hospital with her family at her side. 
 She was born on August 18, 1933, in Lone Elm, KS, to Bonnie and Mazie Johnson. She was a member of the Landmark Baptist Church in Smithville. 
 Claudine loved spending time with her family and friends, playing games, having picnics, going fishing and reading and teaching the Bible. She was a devoted mother and grandmother and will be sadly missed by her family and many close friends. 
 Claudine was preceded in death by her husband, Daniel Miller, Sr., her mother Mazie Johnson and her sister, Bonnie Lee Bordner. 
 Survivors include two daugh-ters, Susan Matlock and her hus-band, Robert, Gladstone, and Ann Bennett and husband Scott, Smithville; a son, Daniel Miller, Jr. and his wife, Stacy, Kansas City; six grandchildren, Julie Norton and Chance Matlock, Amanda and Shannon Bennett and Allie and Graham Miller; her father, Bonnie Johnson of Shrewsbury, PA; a brother, John Johnson and his wife, Norma, Liberty and her for-mer husband, George Norton, Jr., Orange County, CA. 
 Funeral services were held Friday, September 7, 2001, at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville with burial in Lutes Cemetery, Platte City. 

Barbara L. Johnson
 Barbara L. Morgan Hoefler Johnson 50, of Kansas City, passed away at her home, Tuesday, September 4, 2001. 
 she was born on April 13,1951, in Kansas City. Barbara grew up in Kansas City, KS where she attended Sacred Heart School and later St. Joseph's High School. 
 Barbara Lived in Kansas City, KS and Olathe areas. On Sept. 13, 2000 she was united in mar-riage to Charles "Mike" Johnson. After their marriage they lived in Kansas City, MO. 
 Barbara worked for the Kansas Department of Transportation, was a driver's license examiner in Olathe and later was a stores clerk for TWA at the over-haul base at the KCI airport. 
 Barbara was preceded in death by her grandparents, Roy B., Sr., and Jesse Francis Morgan and August and Stella Gennine. 
 Survivors include her hus-band, Charles "Mike" Johnson of the home; three sons, Scott Hoefler, Overland Park, KS, Shawn Hoefler, Olathe, KS and Ryan Hoefler, Camdenton; her parents, Roy and Alice Morgan, Kansas City, KS; a sister, Donna Ryckert, Fairfax, VI; a brother, Dennis Morgan, Bonner Springs; one step-daughter and one step-son, several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends. 
 Funeral services were held Friday, Sept. 7, 2001at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville with burial in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Kansas City. Memorials may be made to North Care Hospice. 

William E. Irons
 Willaim E. Irons, 63, of Lathrop died Saturday, Sept. 1, 2001 at his home. 
 Mr. Irons was born August 2, 1938, in Gahland. He was em-ployed for 31 years at Ford Motor Company in Claycomo and a member of the UAW  Local 249. He had lived in the Lathrop area for 20 years. 
 He was preceded in death by his father, Laurence Irons and a son, Sammy Irons. 
 Survivors include his compan-ion, Wanda Odor of the home; two sons, William Irons and Larry Irons; two daughters, Tammy Lehner and Mimi Lewis; his mother, Rosella Irons; a brother, Floyd Irons and a sister, Janice Pace. 
 Funeral services were held Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2001, at the Bailey Funeral Home in Lathrop with burial at the Lathrop Cemetery. 

Thomas A. Helm
 Thomas A. Helm, 69, of Smithville, passed away of cancer on Tuesday, August 28, 2001 at his home. 
 He was born on October 26, 1931, in Jackson County, MO to Herman and Mary Helm. Tom was a lifelong Kansas City area resident. On June 9, 1950, he married Dorothy Ellen Greer, she passed away in 1969. On July 11, 1971, he married Carol Jean Wolverton of Stanberry. She survives of the home. 
 Tom was an engineer, working until 1971 for Airco (Pure Carbonic). He then began working for TWA, retiring in 1993. 
 Tom was also preceded in death by two infant sons, Junior and Matthew Mark, his parents, and two sister, Mary Wright and Vera Helm Grider. 
  Additional survivors include five sons, Tom Helm, New York City, Mike Helm, San Diego, CA, Dan Helm, Ryan Helm and Scott Helm all of Smithville; a daughter, Dorothy Deanne "Dottie" Lafferty, Kansas City; seven grandchildren; two brothers, Don Helm, Kansas  City and John Helm, Sugar Creek. 
 A celebration of Tom's life was held  Saturday, Sept. 1, 2001, at the First Baptist church of Smithville with burial in the High Ridge Cemetery, Stanberry. Arrangements were made by the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville. 
 Donations may be made to the American Cancer society or the Emmanuel Bible Church, Smithville. 

Harold F. Brewer
 Harold F. "Tad" Brewer, 88, Gower, passed away Aug. 29, 2001 at the home of his son in Kansas City North. 
 Mr. Brewer was born November 10, 1912 in Delphi, IN. He graduated from North Kansas City High School in 1931. He mar-ried Lucille Devling on December 19, 1934, she preceded him in death in November 1983. He was a Navy Veteran of World War II campaign in the Philippines from 1942-45. He worked for Ford Motor Company and Clay Appliance; he then was part owner of Brewer and Woodward Appliance Store and later was a salesman for Wilson Distributing Company before his retirement in the early 1970s. 
 After retirement, he bought and sold antiques and collectibles and was also an avid gardener. He moved to Gower in 1993 and lived there until his most recent ill-nesses associated with cancer. 
 He was preceded in death by his wife and also a brother, John Stewart Brewer. 
 He is survived by his son, Robert Brewer and his wife Patricia and two grandsons, Tad and David Brewer; also by his daughter Susan and her husband Jim Svoboda and three granddaugh-ters, Aubrey and Josie Svoboda, and Mindy Houck. 
 Funeral services were held Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2001 at Immanuel Presbyterian Church in Kansas City with burial in New Hope Cemetery, Liberty. Memorial contributions may be made to the church, Kansas city Hospice of the Northland or Cancer Action. 

John R. Kent
 John Reynolds Kent, 75, Alvin, TX, formerly of Plattsburg, passed away Aug. 19, 2001, at his home. 
 Graveside memorial service and inurnment will be held at 2pm, Sunday, Sept. 2, 2001 at Perrin Cemetery, northeast of Plattsburg. 

Randy Boswell
 Randy Boswell, 40, of Eureka Springs, AR, formerly of Edgerton and St. Joseph, passed away, Sunday, August 26, 2001, at a hospital in Springdale, AR, from injuries sustained in a vehicle ac-cident near Eureka Springs. 
 He was born on January 6, 1961 to Buddie and Virginia (Decker) Boswell in Kansas City. He grew up in Edgerton and in 1979 he graduated from East Buchanan High School where he was an all-conference basketball, baseball and football player, and was also an all-state punter for two-years. 
 Randy worked as an auto body shop manager in Kansas City and later St. Joseph. He later worked for Auto Damage Appraisals in Shawnee Mission, KS, and for many years he was in-volved in the family Union Mill Opry Country Music Show as a vocalist, drummer, and comedian. On April 27, 1991 he was united in mar-riage to J.  Danette Herbert Endsley. In 1998 they moved to Eureka springs, AR, where they owned and operated the Chalet Inn. She preceded him in death on August 18, 2001. 
 He was a member of the Grace Evangelical Church, St. Joseph and was a member of the Eureka Springs Chamber of Commerce and the Eureka Springs Local Volunteer Fire Dept., and many other local organizations in Eureka Springs. Randy also played with organized baseball and softball teams in St. Joseph and Kansas City. 
 Randy was preceded in death by his wife, his paternal grandpar-ents, Ezra and Mattie Boswell, and maternal grandparents, Woodrow and Virginia Decker. 
 He is survived by one son, Zachary Boswell, of the home; two daughters, Tara and Regan Boswell, both of Ottawa, KS; a step-son, Tyler Endsley, St. Joseph; and infant grandson, Colby; his parents, Buddie and Virginia Boswell, Edgerton; three sisters, SuLin Sehorn, Lawrence, KS, Penni Sisk and Kandi Zuber, both of Idalou, TX; eight nieces and nephews; other relatives and many friends. 
 Funeral services were held Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower with burial in the Ridgely Cemetery, Ridgely. 
 Donations maybe made to his children in care of Hixson-Klein Funeral Home. 

Lauren H. Fisher
 Lauren Hope Fisher, infant daughter of Derek and Shauna Fisher of Kansas City, died Friday, August 17, 2001, at a Kansas City hospital. 
 Survivors include her parents, Derek and Shauna Fisher of Kansas City; an infant brother, Brayden Fisher; two infant sisters, Madison  and Grace Fisher;  maternal grandparents Benjamin and Reha Ridgley IV of Plattsburg; paternal grandparents, Anthony and Glenna Calfas of Hamilton and Richard and Terrie Fisher of Scottsdale, AZ. 
 Graveside services were held Friday, August 24, 2001, at the Green Lawn Cemetery. Arrangements through the Cox Funeral Home, Plattsburg. 

John F. Rosenbaum
 John F. Rosenbaum, 75, of Plattsburg, died Monday, August 20, 2001 at a Liberty hospital after a lengthy illness. 
 Mr. Rosenbaum, worked for Clinton County Highway Department for 18 years. After his retirement he did odd jobs for a number of years. 
  Born January 9, 1926, near Stewartsville, he resided most of his life in the Keystone Community where he farmed. He moved to Plattsburg in 1976. 
 He married Barbara Cameron. They later divorced. 
 He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Mary Rosenbaum. 
 Survivors include four daughters, Anna Allen of Chicago, Donna Merrrigan of Conception Junction, Judy Moss of St. Joseph, and Lisa Rosenbaum of Gladstone; a son, David Rosenbaum of St. Joseph; his sister, Bonnie Sue Shipers of Bolckow; his brother, Montie Rosenbaum of Bolckow; and five grandchildren. 
 Services were held Thursday, August 23, 2001, at the Cox Funeral Home, with interment in Calvary Cemetery.  Cox  Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. 

Albert J. Wilber
 Albert J. Wilber, 85, died Monday, August 20, 2001, at home in Lee's Summit. He had previously lived in Kansas City, KS, Excelsior Springs and Lathrop. 
 Albert was born on August 29, 1915, in rural Duanesburg, Schenectady County, New York, the son of Ertha Wilty and Roscoe Wilber.  He grew up on farms near the small towns of Quaker Street and Delanson, NY and was active in 4-H. He graduated as salutatorian of Delanson High School in 1934. 
 In 1936, he enlisted in the US Army and completed the Meteorological Observer Course at the Signal Corps School, Ft. Monmouth, NJ, in 1937. He served at Ft. Leavenworth in the Third Weather Squadron of the Army Air Corps. After completing weather school at Patterson Field, Fairfield, OH, in 1938, he was on the staff of the weather stations at Ft. Leavenworth and Ft. Sill, OK. 
 On August 2, 1941, he married Barbara Butler of Kansas City, KS. He built the family home on Tenth Street near Parkwood Park in 1951. 
 His career included weather forecasting for TWA, cabinet making, home construction and from 1955 to 1969 he worked as a carpenter at Russell Stover Candies, Kansas City. After retirement he worked from 1976 to 1981 as a carpenter at William Jewell College, Liberty. 
 Albert was a member of Western Highlands Presbyterian Church in Kansas City, KS, for over 20 years and served as both elder and deacon. From 1979, to the present he was a member of the United Christian and Presbyterian Church of Lawson, where he served as both elder and was always willing to tackle any maintenance or remodeling problem. 
 He enjoyed reading, gardening, bird watching, ice skating, trips to see covered bridges, and family softball, croquet, shuffleboard and pin-pong games. He loved music and taught himself to play the keyboard in his 70s. This past year he took ballroom dancing and enjoyed dance parties with his wife. His uniquely designed birdhouses are enjoyed by friends, relatives and birds in many states. 
 As a boy he received his first carpentry tools as a gift from his grandfather Wilber. Building became his passion. This year, even though in poor health, he designed and built an arbor for the outdoor wedding of granddaughter Yvonne Fee. 
 Albert will be remembered s strength of character, his dry wit, his willingness to help others, his expertise as a builder, craftsman, and fix-it man, and his love for a dish of old-fashioned vanilla ice cream. 
 He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Barbara Wilber; son James Wilber and Joyce of Indianapolis; daughters, Wynne Peterson and Paul of Lathrop, April Hackathorn and David of New Martinsville, WV; grandchildren, Yvonne Fee and Ken, Casey Hacksthorn, Lewis Ray, Jr and Sherri, Nate Hackathorn, Alec Ray and Heather, Melanie Dorsey and Brian, Aaron Wilber, Jeremy Wilber, Adam Peterson and Eric Peterson; his twin sister, Alice Mott of Duanesburg, NY and his brother, Gideon Wilber of Albany, NY; many nieces, nephews, and friends. 
 A Memorial Service was held following visitation on Thursday, August 23,  at 7pm with private graveside services on Friday, August 24, at Memorial Park Cemetery Kansas City, KS. Arrangements were by Bailey Funeral Home, Lathrop. Memorial contributions may be made to the church at PO Box 225, Lawson, MO 64062 or to the Kansas City Hospice, 1625 West 92nd St., Kansas City, MO 64114. 

Fred W. Woodruff Sr.
 Fred W. Woodruff Sr., 64, St. Joseph, died Friday, Aug. 10, 2001, at his residence. 
 Mr. Woodruff was a mainte-nance worker. He served in the Air Force. He was of the Christian faith. 
 He was preceded in death by his parents, Gerald and Katherine; and two sisters, Frieda Guess and Geraldine Scott. 
 Survivors include a son, Frederick W. Jr., Cosby; a daugh-ter, Kathy Stover, Helena; a step-daughter, Marilyn Aragon, Thornton, CO; a brother, Gerald Woodruff, Plattsburg; two sisters, Judy McNett and Janice Dinwiddle, both of St. Joseph, and seven grandchildren. 
 The body has been cremated. Inurnment will be at a later date at the Odd Fellows Public Cemetery, St. Joseph. Memorials  may be given to the donor's choice. 

Everett O. Brown, Sr.
 Everett O. Brown, Sr., 93, of North Kansas City, died Wednesday, August 8, 2001. 
 Mr. Brown was preceded in death by his wife, Roma Louise Brown and a son, B. Gene Brown. 
 Survivors include two sons, E.O. Brown, Jr., LaCygne, KS and Loyd R. Brown, Kansas City; a daughter, Corrine Riekhoff, Salt Lake City, Ut, 13 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. 
 Funeral services were held Monday, August 13 at the First Baptist Church, North Kansas City with burial in Mt. Moriah Terrace Park Cemetery. 
 As a long time member of the First Baptist Church, the family suggests memorials  to the church at 2205 Iron, in lieu of flowers. 
Beatrice V. Steinhauser 
 Beatrice Veronica (Handley) Steinhauser, 90, Stanberry, died Monday, Aug. 6, 2001, at a health-care center in Stanberry. 
  Born April 7, 1911, in Ford City, MO, Mrs. Steinhauser, a homemaker, was a member of St. Columba's Catholic Church in Conception Junction. 
 On Feb. 13, 1934, she mar-ried Leonard G. Steinhauser in Stanberry. They farmed in Gentry and Nodaway Counties. He died in 1981. 
 Mrs. Steinhauser also was preceded in death by her parents, William and Maryann Handley; six sisters, Agnes Conrad, Lucy LaJoie, Elma McCann, Honora Steinhauser, Margaret Lawler, and Roberta Handley; and three brothers, James, Frank, and Thomas Handley. 
 Suriviors include six sons, James, William and Donald, all of Stanberry, Lawrence, Clinton, Robert Little Rock and John, Blue Springs; a daughter, Mary Ann Barmann, Plattsburg; a brother, Lawrence Handley, King City; a sister, Elizabeth Wiederholt, Maryville; 17 grandchildren, two step-grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. 
 Mass of Christian burial is be-ing held today, Thursday, August 9, 2001, at St. Columba Catholic Church, Conception Junction with burial in Mount Calvary, Stanberry. Arrangements by Johnson Funeral Home, Stanberry. 

Joyce A. Lynch
 Joyce Ann Ogilvie Lynch, 51, of Platte City, formerly of Lathrop, died Sunday, Aug. 5th, 2001 at her residence. Mrs. Lynch was born April 13, 1950 in Lathrop. 
 Mrs. Lynch attended school in Lathrop and Plattsburg, where she graduated in 1968. She was a member of the Davis Temple Pentecostal Church in Plattsburg. There she served as president of the usher board and Sunday School member and assistant fi-nancial officer. Mrs. Lynch was employed by the United States Postal Service where she re-ceived her 25 year pin in April 2001. She was also a member of the postal union. 
 On Sept. 12, 1984 she married Melvin Lynch. He survives of the home. 
 Mrs. Lynch was preceded in death by her parents William Howard and Beulah (May) Ogilvie, two brothers, David and Claiborne Ogilvie; a sister Elaine Ogilvie. 
 Survivors include her husband, Melvin Lynch of the home; two daughters, Jamiel Lynch of  the home and Diana Ogilvie of Gladstone; two step-children, Sherri Flowers of Kansas City and Andre Lynch of Dallas, TX; three sisters, Saretta Grayson of Lathrop, Wanda Alexander of Kansas City, Rosetta Robinson of Detroit, MI; three brothers, Wayne Ogilvie of Victorville, CA, Cecil Ogilvie of Oakland CA and Oliver (Gene) Ogilvie of Kansas City; six grandchildren. 
 Funeral services will be held Friday, August 10, 2001, at 11am at the Davis Temple Pentecostal Church, Plattsburg. Family Visitation will be held Thursday, Aug. 9, 2001 from 7-8:30pm at the Cox Funeral Home, Plattsburg. Burial will be in the Mt. Washington Cemetery, Plattsburg. Friends may call any time after 10am Thursday, at the Cox Funeral Home. The family suggests memorial gifts to the Usher Board Dept. of the Davis Temple Pentecostal Church. Arrangements by Cox Funeral home, Plattsburg. 

Gladys L. Davis
 Gladys L. Davis, 64, Kansas City, died Thursday, Aug. 2, 2001, at a Kansas City health-care cen-ter. 
  Born in Atlanta, KS on January 6, 1937, Mrs. Davis was employed as a secretary in Wichita, KS be-fore her marriage to Richard Davis on April 9, 1961. They lived in Chicago for 12 years and Kansas City since that time. Mrs. Davis was a member of the Gashland United Methodist Church. 
 In 1988, she received her RN Associate Degree and worked part-time at a doctors office and Spelman hospital. 
 Mrs. Davis was preceded in death by her parents, Calvin and Mabel Holt. 
 Survivors include her hus-band Richard of the home; two sons, Don, Tulsa and Scott, St. Joseph; six grandchildren; 5 brothers; one sister. 
 Memorial service was held at the Gashland United Methodist Church, Kansas City, Saturday, August 11, 2001. The body has been cremated. Memorials maybe made to Gashland United Methodist Church, 7715 N Oak, Kansas City, MO 64118. 

Marguerite Gantz
 Marguerite Gantz, 104, was born October 7, 1896 and died July 31, 2001. She was born in Stewartsville and lived there until moving to Plattsburg in 1997.  She was a graduate of Stewartsville High School. She was a member of Culbertson Chapel United Methodist Church, where she was active in United Methodist Women and was a for-mer Sunday School teacher.  She was a member of the Garden Club and DeKalb County Republican Committee and Election Board.  She took over the Gantz Lumber Yard at the death of her father.  She also was a cattle farmer in the Stewartsville area. 
 She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Nell Gantz; and two sisters, Cordelia Gantz and Rufina Hatch.  She is survived by a niece, Janet Dunlap, St. Louis. 
     Marguerite was a cousin to Clara Kibbey and Violet Kibbey, who both lived to 100 or past.  Clara died at 106 and Violet at 100.  Her sister, Cordelia lived to 102. Marguerite will be sorely missed. 
 Graveside service and burial was held  Thursday, Aug. 2, 2001, at the Stewartsville Cemetery. Arrangements were made by the Bram-Summerfield Funeral Home, Stewartsville. Memorials may be made to her church. 

Ruben W. VanCleave
 Ruben Warren VanCleave, age 84, passed away Monday, July 30, 2001 at the Cameron Community Hospital in Cameron. 
 Ruben was born January 31, 1917 in Meeker, CO and had lived in Lathrop since 1990. He was united in marriage to Mary W. Lanz in Garden City, MO and she pre-ceded him in death in 1997. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Cameron and was  retired Machinist Inspector in the Defense Industry. 
 He was preceded in death by his parents, Emmert and Alice Leona VanCleave; one step-son, Jesse Strong and one step-daughter, Paula Jean VanCleave. 
 Survivors include three sons, John VanCleave of Cameron, Tom VanCleave of Arkansas, and Robert VanCleave of Texas; a step-son, Fred Strong, unknown, one daughter, Janice West of Arkansas, two step-daughters, Patricia Davis of Lawson and Sue Strong, unknown; two sisters, Edna Stoval of Rifle, CO and Virginia Harper of Denver, CO; 10 grandchildren and 2 great-grand-children. 
 Funeral services were held Friday, August 3, 2001 at the Bailey Funeral Home, Lathrop with interment in the Lathrop Cemetery in Lathrop. 

Robert M. Huber
 Robert M. Huber, 80, St. Joseph, died Friday, July 27, 2001, at a St. Joseph health care center. 
 Mr. Huber was a warehouse foreman for the former Missouri Water and Steam Co. for 30 years, retiring in 1978. 
  Born Feb. 1, 1921, in Sparks, KS, he was raised in Moray, KS and resided in St. Joseph most of his life. 
 During World War II he served in the Army in the Pacific Theater. 
 Mr. Huber was  member of I.O.O.F., in Agency; a former member of the Moose Lodge; Eagles Lodge Aerie No. 49; Cpl. Fred Seifert Post No. 1668; Veteran of Foreign Wars, and the American Legion. 
 He was preceded in death by his parents, Benjamin P. and Mary O.; three brothers, Frank Huber, Eugene Huber and William Huber; and four sisters, Beatrice Judd, Dorothy Brook, Ruby Gibson, and Helen Lyle. 
 Survivors include four sons, Barry Huber, Gower, David Huber, St. Joseph, Steven Huber, DeBary, FL and Dennis Huber, Lee's Summit; five sisters, Edna Houland, Topeka, Ida Mae Stewart, Auburn, NE, Maudie Jones and Maxine Clark, both of St. Joseph and Mary Clark of Easton; seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. 
 The body has been cremated under the direction of Meierhoffer Family Funeral Service, St. Joseph. 

Joyce M. Burnett
 Joyce M. Burnett, 35, of Waterloo, IA, passed away, Thursday, July 26, 2001, in Hannibal, MO. 
 She was born on August 29, 1965, to Walter Thomas, Sr. and lola Faye (Cardwell) Burnett, (formerly of Smithville), in Panama City, FL. Joyce grew up and attended school in Des Moines, IA and graduated from Lincoln High School in Des Moines. After her graduation she lived in Des Moines until 1992 when she moved to Armorell, AR and in 1993 she moved to Waterloo where she made her home. 
 Joyce delivered the newspaper in Waterloo for many years. 
 She was a member of the Crossroads Assembly of God Church in Waterloo. 
 Joyce was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Buril and Bessie Burnett and her maternal grandfather, Curtis Lee Cardwell. 
 She is survived by her parents, Walter, Sr. and Lola Burnett;  two brothers, Robert Burnett and Walter Thomas Burnett, Jr.; her maternal grandmother, Martha Marie Cardwell (formerly of Smithville) all of Blytheville, AR; a special friend, Mark Horstman of the home; aunt and uncle, Willie and Pam Little, Richmond, VI; an aunt, Anna Mascaro, Des Moines; and several cousins. 
 Graveside services and burial was held Tuesday, July 31st at the Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Smithville with Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville in charge of arrangements. 

Mildred L. Henry
 Mildred Lane (Nickerson) Henry, 76, of Liberty,  formerly of Plattsburg, died July 24, 2001. 
  She was born November 2, 1924, in Bethany, MO, to Clayton and Chloe Nickerson. Mildred was educated in Bethany Schools and became a teacher in the County Schools in Harrison Country. 
 In 1948 she married Lawerence E. Henry and they had two children, David and Latricia. Soon after their marriage they moved to Plattsburg, Missouri. Mildred's great love for teaching continued. She taught kindergarten for 10 years. She later worked for Halferty Bros. and retired from Farmers Mutual Ins. Company in 1990. 
     Mildred and Lawerence moved to Liberty, Missouri in 1992 to be closer to their children. 
     She is survived by her husband of 53 years, a son David of Liberty, MO, and a daughter Latricia Wasmer of Independence; a sister Marilyn and husband Kenny Williams of Salem, MO; a granddaughter Amber Wasmer and two grandsons Tyler Wasmer and Shawn Henry. 
     She was preceded in death by her mother and father and an infant son Danny and her brother Marvin Nickerson. 
     Services were held at 11am, Friday July 27, 2001 at Cox Funeral Home Plattsburg. Family visitation will be one hour prior at the funeral home. Friends may call any time after 2pm, on Thursday July 26, 2001. Burial will be at Miriam Cemetery, Bethany, MO. Family suggests donations be made to First Baptist Church Preschooi Plattsburg, MO or to Second Baptist Church-Preschool in Liberty. Arrangements by Cox Funeral Home, Plattsburg. 

Marjorie K. Skusa
     Marjorie Kinston Skusa passed away at Cameron Hospital on Monday, July 23, 2001 at age 79. 
  Born in Shelbyville, IL, she had been a resident of Stewartsville for 25 years.  She was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Easton; Chapter No 175, Order of the Eastern Star, Stewartsville; and American Poetry Society.  She was a volunteer for the K-9 Search and Rescue Unit, which covers Missouri, Nebraska, Iowa and Kansas; and was a tax preparer for senior citizens through Interfaith Community Services in St. Joseph.  Marjorie was a published poet and song writer. 
     On Nov. 28, 1941, she married Henry E. Skusa in St. Genevieve, MO. He survives at the home.  She and Henry spent many years stationed in the Far East and her Poetry memorializes this. 
    Survivors include a son, David, Orlando, FL; a daughter, Carol J. Chelin, Murray, NE; three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. 
 Services were held Wednesday, July 25, 2001 at Bram-Summerfield Funeral Home.  Burial will be at a later date at Franklin, IL. 

Robert D. Bob Smith
 Robert D. "Bob" Smith, 47, of Plattsburg, formerly of Edgerton, died Monday, July 16, 2001, at Clinton Care and Rehab. 
 Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Edgerton. Burial will be at Ridgley Cemetery. Visita-tion will be Wednesday at the Fu-neral Home at Edgerton. 

Carol A. Martinez
 Carol Ann (Hartman) Martinez, 57, St. Joseph , died Friday, July 13, 2001, at her resi-dence. 
  Born in Plattsburg on Nov. 14, 1943, Mrs. Martinez had lived most of her life in St. Joseph. 
 She was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in St. Joseph. 
 On Jan. 31, 1961, she mar-ried Dennis Martinez in Plattsburg. He survives of the home. 
 Mrs. Martinez was preceded in death by her parents, Norman and Lela Hartman; four brothers, Howard, Charles, Harold and Willis Hartman and three sister, Dorothy Sousley, Alma Pinion and Norma Bennington. 
 Survivors include four sons, Dennis Jr., Ozark and Steven, Ricky and Timmy, all of St. Joseph; a daughter Raven Martinez, St. Joseph; three brothers, Jim Hartman, Miami, OK, Jerry Hartman, Cameron, and Danny Hartman, St. Louis; three sister, Wilma Hiatt and Mary Jones, both of Gladstone and Della Crockett, Chula Vista, CA and four grandchildren. 
 Memorial service will be held at a later date. The body has been cremated with arrange-ments made at the Rupp Funeral Home, St. Joseph. Memorials may be made to the Hands of Hope Hospice in St. Joseph. 

Cora M. Swope
 Cora Mae Swope, 77, of Excelsior Springs, passed away Monday, July 9, 2001, at the Liberty Hospital. 
 Cora was born September 10, 1923 in Cedar County and had lived in the Converse, Lathrop and Excelsior Springs areas most of her life. She was a homemaker and a member of the Senior Citizen's Club Community Center in Excelsior Springs. 
 On May 27, 1943, she was united in marriage to Ivan Albert Swope in Richmond. He pre-ceded her in death in April of 1976. Also preceding her in death were her parents, James and Ella Jane Moulder Swindler; four brothers, Leslie, Elmer, George and Noval Swindler and a sister, Bessie Gannaway. 
 Survivors include nine sons, Hubert Swope of Trimble, Ivan Swope of Braymer, Glen Swope of Eldorado, KS, Gene Swope and Robert Swope, both of Excelsior Springs, John Swope of Tea, SD, Tim Swope of Cameron, Tommy Swope of Moberly and Dave Swope of Lexington; two daughters, Anna Swope and Mary McMillan, both of Excelsior Springs; a brother, Ray Swindler of Platte City; a sister, Clara Swope of Maysville; 32 grandchildren and 38 great-grandchildren. 
 Funeral services were held Friday, July 13, 2001 at the Bailey Funeral Home, Lathrop with interment in the Barnesville Cemetery near Lathrop. 

Erma F. Anderson
 Erma Faye Anderson, 72, of Lathrop passed away Monday, July 9, 2001, at the Liberty Hospital. 
 Faye was born July 16, 1928, in Ray County. She was a gradu-ate of Lawson High school. 
 Faye was united in marriage to Jewell Anderson in March, 1946. He survives of the home. 
 Preceding her in death were her parents, Elza Lenoah and Martha Theola Gulley Green; two sister, Thelma Jackson and Marie Dykes; two brothers, Eldon Green and Ray Green. 
 Survivors include two daugh-ters, Carolyn Kaske of Kansas City and Jill O'Connell of Kearney; three sons, Larry Anderson of Richmond, Donald Anderson of Turney and Philip Anderson of Kearney; a brother Merle Green of Excelsior Springs; 16 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. 
 Funeral services were held Thursday, July 12, 2001 at the Bailey Funeral Home in Lathrop with interment in the Converse Cemetery near Lathrop. 

Dixie Ivy
 Dixie "Sherburn" Ivy, age 60, of Kearney, passed away Saturday, July 7, 2001 at her home in Kearney. 
 Dixie was born, July 6, 1941, in Kansas City and had lived most of her life in the Holt area. 
  She was preceded in death by her father, Dick Ivy and a brother, Robbie Ivy. 
 Survivors include her loving companion, Bill McDougal of the home; two sons, Randy Bush of Kearney and Shelby Bush of Kansas City, KS; two daughters, Shari Ellison of Liberty and Kathy Bush of Lathrop; her mother, Velva Ivy of Kearney; two brothers, Ray Ivy of New Boston and Jack Ivy of Springfield; two sisters, Lida Johnson of Cameron and Carol King of Lathrop; 15 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. 
 Funeral services were held Tuesday, July 10, 2001 at the Morris Bailey Chapel, Holt with interment in the Antioch Cemetery, Holt. 
 

William E. Beechner
 William E. Beechner, age 83, formerly of Holt, passed away Thursday, July 5, 2001 at the Lathrop; Health Care Facility in Lathrop. 
 Bill was born September 10, 1917, in Holt and had lived all his life in the Holt area. He had worked as a carpenter for Porter Lumber in Kearney before retiring. 
 He was united in marriage to Hazel Shanks on February 14, 1939, in Holt and she survives of the home. 
 Bill was one of the founders and the first Fire Chief of the Holt Volunteer Fire Department and was a founder of the first Ambulance Service in Holt. He was a member of the Holt First Baptist Church. He had served in the Army in WWII and was a member of the Holt American Legion Post. 
 Preceding him in death were his parents, Earl and Lulu Williams Beechner. 
 Survivors include a daughter, Janice Hopkins of Lathrop; a brother, John Beechner of Mooresville; four sisters, Orena Wilson of Plattsburg, Elena Moss of Washington State, Norma Kraft and Lora Price both of Buffalo; three grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. 
 Funeral services were held Monday, July 9, 2001 at the Holt First Baptist Church with interment in the Antioch Cemetery near Holt.  Morris Bailey  Chapel, Holt, was in charge of arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the Holt Community Fire Protection District, PO Box 225, Holt, MO 64048. 

Letha T. Herbert
 Letha T. Herbert, 97, Plattsburg, formerly of St. Joseph, died Sunday, July 1, 2001 at a Plattsburg health care center. 
  Born March 29, 1904, on a farm near Lathrop, she moved to St. Joseph in 1924, when she entered nurse's training at the former Missouri Methodist Hospital. She was active in the nursing field for 50 years working at Dr. Allen I. Herman's office her last 26 years, retiring in 1974. 
 Mrs. Herbert was a member of Ashland United Methodist Church; St. Joseph Garden Club; Questers, Westward Ho Chapter; American Nurses Association; Missouri State Nurses Association and the American Red Cross. 
 On September 14, 1934, she married John Herbert. He preceded her in death on March 31, 1971. She was also preceded in death by her parents, Dudley and Bertha Trotter and her brother, J.D. Trotter in 1976. 
 Survivors include her sister-in-law, Betty Trotter, Plattsburg; five nieces and nephews, Joe Trotter, John Trotter and Debbie Stout all of Plattsburg, Jim Trotter of Liberty and Jeff Trotter of Kearney; and eleven great-nieces and nephews. 
 Services are being held Thursday, July 5, 2001 at the Meierhoffer Family Funeral Service, St. Joseph with interment in Memorial Park Cemetery. The family suggests memorial gifts to Ashland United Methodist Church or to a charity of the donor's choice. 

Fred W. Woodruff Sr.
 Fred W. Woodruff Sr., 64, St. Joseph, died Friday, Aug. 10, 2001, at his residence. 
 Mr. Woodruff was a mainte-nance worker. He served in the Air Force. He was of the Christian faith. 
 He was preceded in death by his parents, Gerald and Katherine; and two sisters, Frieda Guess and Geraldine Scott. 
 Survivors include a son, Frederick W. Jr., Cosby; a daugh-ter, Kathy Stover, Helena; a step-daughter, Marilyn Aragon, Thornton, CO; a brother, Gerald Woodruff, Plattsburg; two sisters, Judy McNett and Janice Dinwiddle, both of St. Joseph, and seven grandchildren. 
 The body has been cremated. Inurnment will be at a later date at the Odd Fellows Public Cemetery, St. Joseph. Memorials  may be given to the donor's choice. 

Everett O. Brown, Sr.
 Everett O. Brown, Sr., 93, of North Kansas City, died Wednesday, August 8, 2001. 
 Mr. Brown was preceded in death by his wife, Roma Louise Brown and a son, B. Gene Brown. 
 Survivors include two sons, E.O. Brown, Jr., LaCygne, KS and Loyd R. Brown, Kansas City; a daughter, Corrine Riekhoff, Salt Lake City, Ut, 13 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. 
 Funeral services were held Monday, August 13 at the First Baptist Church, North Kansas City with burial in Mt. Moriah Terrace Park Cemetery. 
 As a long time member of the First Baptist Church, the family suggests memorials  to the church at 2205 Iron, in lieu of flowers. 

Joyce A. Lynch
 Joyce Ann Ogilvie Lynch, 51, of Platte City, formerly of Lathrop, died Sunday, Aug. 5th, 2001 at her residence. Mrs. Lynch was born April 13, 1950 in Lathrop. 
 Mrs. Lynch attended school in Lathrop and Plattsburg, where she graduated in 1968. She was a member of the Davis Temple Pentecostal Church in Plattsburg. There she served as president of the usher board and Sunday School member and assistant fi-nancial officer. Mrs. Lynch was employed by the United States Postal Service where she re-ceived her 25 year pin in April 2001. She was also a member of the postal union. 
 On Sept. 12, 1984 she mar-ried Melvin Lynch. He survives of the home. 
 Mrs. Lynch was preceded in death by her parents William Howard and Beulah (May) Ogilvie, two brothers, David and Claiborne Ogilvie; a sister Elaine Ogilvie. 
 Survivors include her hus-band, Melvin Lynch of the home; two daughters, Jamiel Lynch of  the home and Diana Ogilvie of Gladstone; two step-children, Sherri Flowers of Kansas City and Andre Lynch of Dallas, TX; three sisters, Saretta Grayson of Lathrop, Wanda Alexander of Kansas City, Rosetta Robinson of Detroit, MI; three brothers, Wayne Ogilvie of Victorville, CA, Cecil Ogilvie of Oakland CA and Oliver (Gene) Ogilvie of Kansas City; six grandchildren. 
 Funeral services will be held Friday, August 10, 2001, at 11am at the Davis Temple Pentecostal Church, Plattsburg. Family Visitation will be held Thursday, Aug. 9, 2001 from 7-8:30pm at the Cox Funeral Home, Plattsburg. Burial will be in the Mt. Washington Cemetery, Plattsburg. Friends may call any time after 10am Thursday, at the Cox Funeral Home. The family suggests memorial gifts to the Usher Board Dept. of the Davis Temple Pentecostal Church. Arrangements by Cox Funeral home, Plattsburg. 

Gladys L. Davis
 Gladys L. Davis, 64, Kansas City, died Thursday, Aug. 2, 2001, at a Kansas City health-care cen-ter. 
  Born in Atlanta, KS on January 6, 1937, Mrs. Davis was employed as a secretary in Wichita, KS be-fore her marriage to Richard Davis on April 9, 1961. They lived in Chicago for 12 years and Kansas City since that time. Mrs. Davis was a member of the Gashland United Methodist Church. 
 In 1988, she received her RN Associate Degree and worked part-time at a doctors office and Spelman hospital. 
 Mrs. Davis was preceded in death by her parents, Calvin and Mabel Holt. 
 Survivors include her hus-band Richard of the home; two sons, Don, Tulsa and Scott, St. Joseph; six grandchildren; 5 brothers; one sister. 
 Memorial service was held at the Gashland United Methodist Church, Kansas City, Saturday, August 11, 2001. The body has been cremated. Memorials maybe made to Gashland United Methodist Church, 7715 N Oak, Kansas City, MO 64118. 

Marguerite Gantz
 Marguerite Gantz, 104, was born October 7, 1896 and died July 31, 2001. She was born in Stewartsville and lived there until moving to Plattsburg in 1997.  She was a graduate of Stewartsville High School. She was a member of Culbertson Chapel United Methodist Church, where she was active in United Methodist Women and was a for-mer Sunday School teacher.  She was a member of the Garden Club and DeKalb County Republican Committee and Election Board.  She took over the Gantz Lumber Yard at the death of her father.  She also was a cattle farmer in the Stewartsville area. 
 She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Nell Gantz; and two sisters, Cordelia Gantz and Rufina Hatch.  She is survived by a niece, Janet Dunlap, St. Louis. 
     Marguerite was a cousin to Clara Kibbey and Violet Kibbey, who both lived to 100 or past.  Clara died at 106 and Violet at 100.  Her sister, Cordelia lived to 102. Marguerite will be sorely missed. 
 Graveside service and burial was held  Thursday, Aug. 2, 2001, at the Stewartsville Cemetery. Arrangements were made by the Bram-Summerfield Funeral Home, Stewartsville. Memorials may be made to her church. 

Ruben W. VanCleave
 Ruben Warren VanCleave, age 84, passed away Monday, July 30, 2001 at the Cameron Community Hospital in Cameron. 
 Ruben was born January 31, 1917 in Meeker, CO and had lived in Lathrop since 1990. He was united in marriage to Mary W. Lanz in Garden City, MO and she pre-ceded him in death in 1997. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Cameron and was  retired Machinist Inspector in the Defense Industry. 
 He was preceded in death by his parents, Emmert and Alice Leona VanCleave; one step-son, Jesse Strong and one step-daughter, Paula Jean VanCleave. 
 Survivors include three sons, John VanCleave of Cameron, Tom VanCleave of Arkansas, and Robert VanCleave of Texas; a step-son, Fred Strong, unknown, one daughter, Janice West of Arkansas, two step-daughters, Patricia Davis of Lawson and Sue Strong, unknown; two sisters, Edna Stoval of Rifle, CO and Virginia Harper of Denver, CO; 10 grandchildren and 2 great-grand-children. 
 Funeral services were held Friday, August 3, 2001 at the Bailey Funeral Home, Lathrop with interment in the Lathrop Cemetery in Lathrop. 

Robert M. Huber
 Robert M. Huber, 80, St. Joseph, died Friday, July 27, 2001, at a St. Joseph health care center. 
 Mr. Huber was a warehouse foreman for the former Missouri Water and Steam Co. for 30 years, retiring in 1978. 
  Born Feb. 1, 1921, in Sparks, KS, he was raised in Moray, KS and resided in St. Joseph most of his life. 
 During World War II he served in the Army in the Pacific Theater. 
 Mr. Huber was  member of I.O.O.F., in Agency; a former member of the Moose Lodge; Eagles Lodge Aerie No. 49; Cpl. Fred Seifert Post No. 1668; Veteran of Foreign Wars, and the American Legion. 
 He was preceded in death by his parents, Benjamin P. and Mary O.; three brothers, Frank Huber, Eugene Huber and William Huber; and four sisters, Beatrice Judd, Dorothy Brook, Ruby Gibson, and Helen Lyle. 
 Survivors include four sons, Barry Huber, Gower, David Huber, St. Joseph, Steven Huber, DeBary, FL and Dennis Huber, Lee's Summit; five sisters, Edna Houland, Topeka, Ida Mae Stewart, Auburn, NE, Maudie Jones and Maxine Clark, both of St. Joseph and Mary Clark of Easton; seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. 
 The body has been cremated under the direction of Meierhoffer Family Funeral Service, St. Joseph. 

Joyce M. Burnett
 Joyce M. Burnett, 35, of Waterloo, IA, passed away, Thursday, July 26, 2001, in Hannibal, MO. 
 She was born on August 29, 1965, to Walter Thomas, Sr. and lola Faye (Cardwell) Burnett, (formerly of Smithville), in Panama City, FL. Joyce grew up and attended school in Des Moines, IA and graduated from Lincoln High School in Des Moines. After her graduation she lived in Des Moines until 1992 when she moved to Armorell, AR and in 1993 she moved to Waterloo where she made her home. 
 Joyce delivered the newspaper in Waterloo for many years. 
 She was a member of the Crossroads Assembly of God Church in Waterloo. 
 Joyce was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Buril and Bessie Burnett and her maternal grandfather, Curtis Lee Cardwell. 
 She is survived by her parents, Walter, Sr. and Lola Burnett;  two brothers, Robert Burnett and Walter Thomas Burnett, Jr.; her maternal grandmother, Martha Marie Cardwell (formerly of Smithville) all of Blytheville, AR; a special friend, Mark Horstman of the home; aunt and uncle, Willie and Pam Little, Richmond, VI; an aunt, Anna Mascaro, Des Moines; and several cousins. 
 Graveside services and burial was held Tuesday, July 31st at the Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Smithville with Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville in charge of arrangements. 

Mildred L. Henry
 Mildred Lane (Nickerson) Henry, 76, of Liberty,  formerly of Plattsburg, died July 24, 2001. 
  She was born November 2, 1924, in Bethany, MO, to Clayton and Chloe Nickerson. Mildred was educated in Bethany Schools and became a teacher in the County Schools in Harrison Country. 
 In 1948 she married Lawerence E. Henry and they had two children, David and Latricia. Soon after their marriage they moved to Plattsburg, Missouri. Mildred's great love for teaching continued. She taught kindergarten for 10 years. She later worked for Halferty Bros. and retired from Farmers Mutual Ins. Company in 1990. 
     Mildred and Lawerence moved to Liberty, Missouri in 1992 to be closer to their children. 
     She is survived by her husband of 53 years, a son David of Liberty, MO, and a daughter Latricia Wasmer of Independence; a sister Marilyn and husband Kenny Williams of Salem, MO; a granddaughter Amber Wasmer and two grandsons Tyler Wasmer and Shawn Henry. 
     She was preceded in death by her mother and father and an infant son Danny and her brother Marvin Nickerson. 
     Services were held at 11am, Friday July 27, 2001 at Cox Funeral Home Plattsburg. Family visitation will be one hour prior at the funeral home. Friends may call any time after 2pm, on Thursday July 26, 2001. Burial will be at Miriam Cemetery, Bethany, MO. Family suggests donations be made to First Baptist Church Preschooi Plattsburg, MO or to Second Baptist Church-Preschool in Liberty. Arrangements by Cox Funeral Home, Plattsburg. 

Marjorie K. Skusa
     Marjorie Kinston Skusa passed away at Cameron Hospital on Monday, July 23, 2001 at age 79. 
  Born in Shelbyville, IL, she had been a resident of Stewartsville for 25 years.  She was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Easton; Chapter No 175, Order of the Eastern Star, Stewartsville; and American Poetry Society.  She was a volunteer for the K-9 Search and Rescue Unit, which covers Missouri, Nebraska, Iowa and Kansas; and was a tax preparer for senior citizens through Interfaith Community Services in St. Joseph.  Marjorie was a published poet and song writer. 
     On Nov. 28, 1941, she married Henry E. Skusa in St. Genevieve, MO. He survives at the home.  She and Henry spent many years stationed in the Far East and her Poetry memorializes this. 
    Survivors include a son, David, Orlando, FL; a daughter, Carol J. Chelin, Murray, NE; three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. 
 Services were held Wednesday, July 25, 2001 at Bram-Summerfield Funeral Home.  Burial will be at a later date at Franklin, IL. 

Robert D. Bob Smith
 Robert D. "Bob" Smith, 47, of Plattsburg, formerly of Edgerton, died Monday, July 16, 2001, at Clinton Care and Rehab. 
 Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Edgerton. Burial will be at Ridgley Cemetery. Visita-tion will be Wednesday at the Fu-neral Home at Edgerton. 

Carol A. Martinez
 Carol Ann (Hartman) Martinez, 57, St. Joseph , died Friday, July 13, 2001, at her resi-dence. 
  Born in Plattsburg on Nov. 14, 1943, Mrs. Martinez had lived most of her life in St. Joseph. 
 She was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in St. Joseph. 
 On Jan. 31, 1961, she mar-ried Dennis Martinez in Plattsburg. He survives of the home. 
 Mrs. Martinez was preceded in death by her parents, Norman and Lela Hartman; four brothers, Howard, Charles, Harold and Willis Hartman and three sister, Dorothy Sousley, Alma Pinion and Norma Bennington. 
 Survivors include four sons, Dennis Jr., Ozark and Steven, Ricky and Timmy, all of St. Joseph; a daughter Raven Martinez, St. Joseph; three brothers, Jim Hartman, Miami, OK, Jerry Hartman, Cameron, and Danny Hartman, St. Louis; three sister, Wilma Hiatt and Mary Jones, both of Gladstone and Della Crockett, Chula Vista, CA and four grandchildren. 
 Memorial service will be held at a later date. The body has been cremated with arrange-ments made at the Rupp Funeral Home, St. Joseph. Memorials may be made to the Hands of Hope Hospice in St. Joseph. 

Cora M. Swope
 Cora Mae Swope, 77, of Excelsior Springs, passed away Monday, July 9, 2001, at the Liberty Hospital. 
 Cora was born September 10, 1923 in Cedar County and had lived in the Converse, Lathrop and Excelsior Springs areas most of her life. She was a homemaker and a member of the Senior Citizen's Club Community Center in Excelsior Springs. 
 On May 27, 1943, she was united in marriage to Ivan Albert Swope in Richmond. He pre-ceded her in death in April of 1976. Also preceding her in death were her parents, James and Ella Jane Moulder Swindler; four brothers, Leslie, Elmer, George and Noval Swindler and a sister, Bessie Gannaway. 
 Survivors include nine sons, Hubert Swope of Trimble, Ivan Swope of Braymer, Glen Swope of Eldorado, KS, Gene Swope and Robert Swope, both of Excelsior Springs, John Swope of Tea, SD, Tim Swope of Cameron, Tommy Swope of Moberly and Dave Swope of Lexington; two daughters, Anna Swope and Mary McMillan, both of Excelsior Springs; a brother, Ray Swindler of Platte City; a sis-ter, Clara Swope of Maysville; 32 grandchildren and 38 great-grandchildren. 
 Funeral services were held Friday, July 13, 2001 at the Bailey Funeral Home, Lathrop with interment in the Barnesville Cemetery near Lathrop. 

Erma F. Anderson
 Erma Faye Anderson, 72, of Lathrop passed away Monday, July 9, 2001, at the Liberty Hospital. 
 Faye was born July 16, 1928, in Ray County. She was a gradu-ate of Lawson High school. 
 Faye was united in marriage to Jewell Anderson in March, 1946. He survives of the home. 
 Preceding her in death were her parents, Elza Lenoah and Martha Theola Gulley Green; two sister, Thelma Jackson and Marie Dykes; two brothers, Eldon Green and Ray Green. 
 Survivors include two daugh-ters, Carolyn Kaske of Kansas City and Jill O'Connell of Kearney; three sons, Larry Anderson of Richmond, Donald Anderson of Turney and Philip Anderson of Kearney; a brother Merle Green of Excelsior Springs; 16 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. 
 Funeral services were held Thursday, July 12, 2001 at the Bailey Funeral Home in Lathrop with interment in the Converse Cemetery near Lathrop. 

Dixie Ivy
 Dixie "Sherburn" Ivy, age 60, of Kearney, passed away Saturday, July 7, 2001 at her home in Kearney. 
 Dixie was born, July 6, 1941, in Kansas City and had lived most of her life in the Holt area. 
  She was preceded in death by her father, Dick Ivy and a brother, Robbie Ivy. 
 Survivors include her loving companion, Bill McDougal of the home; two sons, Randy Bush of Kearney and Shelby Bush of Kansas City, KS; two daughters, Shari Ellison of Liberty and Kathy Bush of Lathrop; her mother, Velva Ivy of Kearney; two brothers, Ray Ivy of New Boston and Jack Ivy of Springfield; two sisters, Lida Johnson of Cameron and Carol King of Lathrop; 15 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. 
 Funeral services were held Tuesday, July 10, 2001 at the Morris Bailey Chapel, Holt with interment in the Antioch Cemetery, Holt. 

Aud McEntire
 Aud McEntire, age 93, of Kearney, passed away Friday, July 6, 2001, at the Liberty Hospital in Liberty. 
 Aud was born June 15, 1909 in Burno, AR and lived in the Holt and Kearney areas most of his life. He had been a farmer and had worked for Builder's Steel in North Kansas City for 27 years. He was a member of the Church of Christ in Kearney. 
 On December 18, 1939, he married Agnes Taylor in Harrison, AR and she survives of the home. 
 Preceding him in death were his parents, John and Lucy McEntire; four sisters, Ola Roberts, Bertha McEntire, Lou Adams and his twin sister, Oda Lowery and three brothers, Oliver Kenner, and Roy. 
 Survivors include three sons, Eugene McEntire and David McEntire, both of Kearney and J.W. McEntire of Excelsior Springs; a sister, Ruth Vanzant of Liberty; four grandchildren, 3 step-grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. 
 Funeral services were held Monday, July 9, 2001 at the Bailey Funeral Home, Lathrop with interment in the New Hope Cemetery near Holt. 

William E. Beechner
 William E. Beechner, age 83, formerly of Holt, passed away Thursday, July 5, 2001 at the Lathrop; Health Care Facility in Lathrop. 
 Bill was born September 10, 1917, in Holt and had lived all his life in the Holt area. He had worked as a carpenter for Porter Lumber in Kearney before retiring. 
 He was united in marriage to Hazel Shanks on February 14, 1939, in Holt and she survives of the home. 
 Bill was one of the founders and the first Fire Chief of the Holt Volunteer Fire Department and was a founder of the first Ambulance Service in Holt. He was a member of the Holt First Baptist Church. He had served in the Army in WWII and was a member of the Holt American Legion Post. 
 Preceding him in death were his parents, Earl and Lulu Williams Beechner. 
 Survivors include a daughter, Janice Hopkins of Lathrop; a brother, John Beechner of Mooresville; four sisters, Orena Wilson of Plattsburg, Elena Moss of Washington State, Norma Kraft and Lora Price both of Buffalo; three grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. 
 Funeral services were held Monday, July 9, 2001 at the Holt First Baptist Church with interment in the Antioch Cemetery near Holt.  Morris Bailey  Chapel, Holt, was in charge of arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the Holt Community Fire Protection District, PO Box 225, Holt, MO 64048. 

Letha T. Herbert
 Letha T. Herbert, 97, Plattsburg, formerly of St. Joseph, died Sunday, July 1, 2001 at a Plattsburg health care center. 
  Born March 29, 1904, on a farm near Lathrop, she moved to St. Joseph in 1924, when she entered nurse's training at the former Missouri Methodist Hospital. She was active in the nursing field for 50 years working at Dr. Allen I. Herman's office her last 26 years, retiring in 1974. 
 Mrs. Herbert was a member of Ashland United Methodist Church; St. Joseph Garden Club; Questers, Westward Ho Chapter; American Nurses Association; Missouri State Nurses Association and the American Red Cross. 
 On September 14, 1934, she married John Herbert. He preceded her in death on March 31, 1971. She was also preceded in death by her parents, Dudley and Bertha Trotter and her brother, J.D. Trotter in 1976. 
 Survivors include her sister-in-law, Betty Trotter, Plattsburg; five nieces and nephews, Joe Trotter, John Trotter and Debbie Stout all of Plattsburg, Jim Trotter of Liberty and Jeff Trotter of Kearney; and eleven great-nieces and nephews. 
 Services are being held Thursday, July 5, 2001 at the Meierhoffer Family Funeral Service, St. Joseph with interment in Memorial Park Cemetery. The family suggests memorial gifts to Ashland United Methodist Church or to a charity of the donor's choice. 

James R. Russell
 James Ralph Russell, age 85, of Lathrop died Monday, June 25, 2001 at the Cameron Community Hospital in Cameron. 
 James was born August 30, 1915 in Millville, and had lived in Northmore where he was em-ployed by the BK Supply Company. He then moved to Excelsior Springs and worked for the Kansas City Star as a deliverer. Ralph moved to Converse where he and his wife owned the Converse General Store. After a move to Lathrop, he owned and operated a Standard Service Station until  his retirement. He was a member of the First Christian Church of Lathrop, an Army veteran of WWII and a member of the American Legion in Lathrop. 
 On May 21, 1938, Ralph was united in marriage to Helen Louise Gow in Olathe and she preceded him in death in 1998. He was also preceded in death by his parents, James G. and Mayme Thacker Russell; a son, James Ralph Russell, Jr. 
 Survivors include several nieces, nephews and cousins. 
  Funeral services are being held at 1pm   Thursday, June 28, 2001, at the Bailey Funeral Home in Lathrop with burial at the Converse Cemetery near Lathrop.  Arrangements by Bailey Funeral Home, Lathrop. Memorial contri-butions are suggested to the First Christian Church Building Fund. 

Donald C. Munkirs
 Donald C. Munkirs, 86, Lathrop, died Saturday, June 23, 2001, at a Leavenworth hospital. 
 Mr. Munkirs worked at McCleary Hospital in Excelsior Springs and as a bellman for the Elms Hotel for more than 40 years. He also worked at the Sweedish American Hospital in Rockford, IL, before moving to Lathrop 18 years ago. 
 He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Excelsior Springs, and served in the Army during World War II. 
 He married Edrie Irene Hughs in 1946. She preceded him in death in 1992. 
 He  also was preceded in death by his parents, William Jewell and Alice Duncan Munkirs; a step-daughter, Bonnie Grimes; and a brother, William Jewell Munkirs, Jr. 
 Survivors include a daughter, Jane Swindler, Lathrop; six grand-children; and three great-grand-children. 
 Graveside service and burial was held Tuesday,  June 26, 2001, at the Lathrop Cemetery with Bailey Funeral Home, Lathrop in charge of arrangements. 

Carolyn Ruth Coe
 Carolyn Ruth Coe, 68 of Holt died on June 17, 2001 at New Mark Care Center, Kansas City. 
 She married Kenneth E. Coe April 4, 1951 in Independence.  He died Nov. 5, 1982.  She graduated from Northeast High School, Kansas City in 1949.  She had lived in Holt for 18 years, and was a store clerk for Sam's Quick Stop in Holt before retiring. 
 She was preceded in death by her husband; father, Israel R. Coen. 
 Survivors include: 2 sons, Roy Coe, Kansas City, and Randy Coe, Holt; one daughter, Rachel L. Alsbury, Kingston; mother, Mary K. Coen, Independence; five sisters, Dorreen Hayes, Independence, Evelyn Leeper, Healdsburg, CA, Maryan Welch, San Benito, TX, Margerie Gardner, Conway, and Judy Anstine, Smithton; 10 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. 
 Graveside services were held Wednesday, June 20, 2001 at Garden City Cemetery, Garden City.  Ser 
 Arrangements by Bailey Funberal Home, Lathrop. 

Ombra Ragene Wallis
 Ombra Ragene Wallis, 92, formerly of Lathrop died on Saturday, June 16, 2001 at Quail Run Health Care Center in Cameron. 
 She was born on February 7, 1907 in Andrew County.  She had lived in the Lathrop area for 40 years before moving to Cameron one month ago.  She was a Homemaker. 
 She was preceded in death by her parents; James and Ida Bell Carter Ent, her first husband, Clifford Huntley in 1978, her second husband Franklin Wallis in 1986, two brother; Roy Ent and Raymond Ent and an infant sister. 
 Survivors are half sister, Marian Gabler of Lagunawoods, CA. 
 Funeral service were held Tuesday, June 19, 2001 at the Bailey Funeral Home in Lathrop.  Burial at the Prairie Ridge Cemetery near Polo. 

John L. Heath, Jr. 
 John Lee Heath, Jr., 67, of Trim ble, Mo., passed away, Friday, June 15, 2001 at St. LukeÕs Northland Hospital in Kansas City, Mo. 
 He was born on January 4, 1934 to John Lee, Sr., and Helen Rose (Cockriel) Heath near Dear born, Mo., where he grew up and in 1951 graduated from Edgerton High School. John later served in the U.S. Army Reserves. 
 In 1955, he married Barbara Kinder and after their marriage they lived in St. Joseph, Mo. John also lived in Stewartsville, Bethany, Mound City and Warrensburg and in 1990 he moved to Trimble, where he made his home. 
 John worked for Rainbow Bak ery in St. Jo seph and was a sales manager in Northwest Missouri for Moorman Feed. 
 He was a member of the Community of Christ Church, Trimble, Mo., served as Scout Master for the Boy Scouts of America in Bethany, and was a member of the Mic-O-Say Tribe. He was also a member of the American Leathercrafters Guild and enjoyed fish ing, hunting and Bluegrass music. 
 John was preceded in death by his father. 
 He is survived by: one son, Andy Heath, Lee's Summit, Mo.; two daugh ters, Patricia Heath, St. Jo seph, Mo., and Julie Parrott, Ce dar Falls, Iowa; two grandchildren, Jesse and Loralyn; his mother, Helen Heath, Edgerton, Mo.; two sisters, Judy Collins, Lathrop, Mo., and Rosemary Quinn. St. Joseph, Mo.; his former wife, Barbara Heath, St. Joseph, and several nieces and nephews. 
 Memorial services were held Saturday, June 23 at the Hixson-Klien Funeral Home, Edgerton, Mo. 
 Inurrnment at Union Mill Cemetery, Edgerton, Mo. Donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association. 

Florence C. Trice
 Florence C Trice, 92, of Plattsburg died Friday, June 15, 2001 at a Smithville Hospital.  Mrs. Trice was born in Greenville, SC, Feb. 28, 1909 to Jerry C. and Mary E. (Keeler) Coleman. 
 Mrs. Trice worked for Park View Drug Store as a cashier until retiring in 1973. 
 Mr. Trice was preceded in death by her parents Jerry C. and Mary E. (Keeler) Coleman; her husband James "Flee" Trice, two sisters Bertie and Rosa Coleman; three brothers Michael H., Ben E., and Jerry C. Coleman, Jr. 
 She is survived by two sons Dennis and Allen Trice of Houston, TX, a niece Carlene Goodpasture and a great niece Karla Chestnut both of Plattsburg, six grandchildren, and two great grandchildren. 
 Graveside service were held Monday, June 18, 2001, at Greenlawn Cemetery Plattsburg. 

Sterling W. Prewitt 
 Sterling Ward Prewitt, 81, Plattsburg, formerly of Braymer, died Tuesday, June 5, 2001, in Plattsburg. 
 Mr. Prewitt, born in Chillicothe, on Oct. 20, 1919, was engaged in farming until retiring. 
 He was a member of the Grain Miller's Union Local No. 16G. 
 On May 18, 1939, he married his wife, Celia F. in Richmond. She died in 2000. 
 Mr. Prewitt also was preceded in death by a daughter; his par-ents, Oscar and Sarah; and five brothers. 
 Survivors include a son, Ron, Braymer; a daughter, Lois Turner, Lathrop, four brothers, Lee, Holt, Donald, Lawson, William, Texas, and Gary, Kansas City; two sisters, Berniece Nibarger, Chillicothe, and Marjorie Davis, Kansas City; nine grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and a great-great-grandchild. 
 Graveside service and burial was held Friday, Little Union Cemetery, south of Braymer. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. 

Brice P. Hinderks
 Brice Powell Hinderks, 50, Stewartsville, died Saturday, June 2, 2001, in a two-vehicle accident on US Highway 65, five miles south of Chillicothe. 
 Mr. Hinderks was engaged in farming in the Maple Grove community, north of Stewartsville. 
  Born on April 23, 1951, in Maysville, he was a lifelong resident of DeKalb county. He was raised in the Maple Grove community and graduated from Stewartsville High School. He attended Missouri Western State College in St. Joseph and Trenton Junior College before he started farming full-time. 
 Mr. Hinderks was a member of the Maple Grove reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and served as priest in the ministry. He attended the Southeast Independence Restoration Branch. He was a member of the Missouri Farm Bureau. 
 On Feb. 5, 1978, he married Elaine Theresa Martin in Stewartsville. She survives of the home. 
 Mr. Hinderks was preceded in death by his father, W.D. Hinderks, and a brother, Gregg C. Hinderks. 
 Additional survivors include a son, Jonathan, of the home; three daughters, Rachael Howen, Independence, Janet and Ruth Hinderks, of the home; his mother, Vera Hinderks, Stewartsville and a sister, Bonnie Coffman, Bryan, TX. 
 Services was held Tuesday, June 5, 3001 at the Stewartsville High School Gymnasium. Burial was in the Maple Grove Cemetery, north of Stewartsville. Memorials may be made to the Brice P. Hinderks Memorial Fund or to the donor's choice, in care of the Bram-Summerfield Funeral home, Stewartsville. 

Louise Shepherd
 Louise Shepherd, Vista, CA died April 14, 2001.  Louise was the daughter of Ivan and Margaret Shepherd.  The family lived in Plattsburg 8 years and operated the Shepherd Chevrolet Company. 
 Louise attended school in Plattsburg.  The family moved to California where Louise graduated from high school and from Pepperdine College.  She re-ceived her Masters Degree from the University of San Diego.  She taught school until her retirement. 
 Louise was a member of the First Christian Church, Vista, CA.  She was active in several social and teacher's  organization. She is survived by her brother and sister in-law, Ray and Mary E. Shepherd, Fort Scott, KS, a nephew and a niece. 

Betty L. Henderson
 Betty Lee Henderson, 70, of Trimble died May 28, 2001 at a Kansas City hospital. 
 She was born in Gentry County on February 7, 1931. As a self-employed Upholsterer, she was a former resident of Stanberry. 
 Survivors include two sons, Jerry Juhl of Stanberry and Larry Juhl of Easton; three daughters, Kay parson, Gower, Cynthia Hunt, New Hampton and Lori Juhl of Louisville, TX; 7 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. 
 Graveside Services were held at the High Ridge Cemetery, Stanberry under the direction of the Roberson-Polley Chapel, Stanberry. Memorials may be made to the donor's choice. 

Martha Ellen Harmer
 Martha Ellen Thompson Harmer, 92, of Edgerton passed away Sunday, May 27, 2001 at Beverly Healthcare in Smithville. 
 She was born on April 24, 1909 to Albert and Lena (Magaline) Thompson near Agency where she attended school and grew up. 
 On June 5, 1928 she was united in marriage to Carrel W. Harmer.  After their marriage they farmed in the Edgerton area for many years. Martha was a homemaker and a loving mother to a family of eight children.  She was a member of the Methodist Church. 
  Martha was preceded in death by her husband, Carrel W. Harmer, a son Billy Harmer; two brothers, Harvey and Charley Thompson; two sons-in-law, Matt King and Dave Fuller and one grandson, Jimmie Wallace Kissick. 
 She is survived by five daughters and husbands; Mary and George Gieringer, Lodi, WI, Joyce and James Kissick, Edgerton, Charlotte King, Trimble, Leora and Wayne Molder, Kansas City, and Ruth Ann Fuller, St. Mary’s, ID, two sons and wives, Boley and Marion Harmer, Gower, Robert and Shirley Harmer, Edgerton; one daughter-in-law, Maxine Harmer, Edgerton; 31 grandchildren; 58 great-grandchildren; 11 great-great-grandchildren; other relatives and many friends. 
 Funeral services were held Wednesday, May 30, 2001 at the Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Edgerton.  Burial was at Ridgely Cemetery in Ridgely. 

Helen E. Whiteman
 Helen E. Whiteman, 90, of El Dorado, KS formerly of Gower, passed away Saturday, May 26, 2001 at the Augusta Regional Medical Center in Augusta, KS. 
 She was born on July 23, 1910 to Leroy and Elizabeth (Gibson) Wilkinson in King City.  She grew up in the Empire Prairie area and graduated from King City High School. 
 Helen later graduated from the former Missouri Methodist Hospital School of Nursing in 1932.  She then worked in several area hospitals in the states and then joined the Army Nurse Corps.  Helen was a second lieutenant during WWII stationed in the British Isles and Ft. Lewis in Tacoma, WA. 
 On April 1, 1946 she was united in marriage to Norman Whiteman in Tacoma.  After their marriage they lived in King City, Cameron and St. Joseph.  Her husband preceded her in death in 1977.  Helen then moved to Gower and in 2000 to El Dorado, KS. 
 Helen worked as a registered nurse at the Gower Convalescent Center, St. Joseph State Hospital, the former General Osteopathic Hospital and the former Missouri Methodist Hospital, all in St. Joseph.  She also worked at the Cameron Community Hospital in Cameron. 
 She was a former member of the Cameron Methodist Church, the Alzheimers Association, the Cameron Rebekah Lodge, the Cameron Business and Professional Women’s Club and the Jolly Helper’s Club in Gower. 
 She was also preceded in death by her parents and a step-daughter, Marlene Haeberle. 
 Helen is survived by three daughter, Norma and husband Al Weese, Beverly and husband Bob Wood, all of El Dorado, KS, Patricia and husband John Huey, Gower; one step-daughter, Darlene and husband Ron Lambert, Zanesfield, OH; fourteen grandchildren; nineteen great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; other relatives and many friends. 
 Graveside services and burial were held Wednesday, May 30, 2001 at Star Chapel Cemetery, Empire Prairie, MO near King City, MO. 
 Donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association. 

Kathleen Helberg
 Kathleen (Courtney) Gibson Helberg, 81, of Gower passed away Thursday, May 24, 2001 at the Gower Convalescent Center in Gower. 
 She was born on September 7, 1919 to Joseph and Bertie (Poff) Courtney in Buchanan County near Gower, where she grew up and later graduated from Gower High School. 
 In 1940 she was united in marriage to Lawrence Gibson.  After their marriage they farmed in the Gower and Stewartsville area.  Her husband preceded her in death in 1973.  In 1983 she was united in marriage to Joe Helberg, and they made their home in Gower.  He preceded her in death in 1989. 
 Kathleen worked for the Farmer’s Bank in Gower for many years, and later worked for the First National Bank in Trimble and Plattsburg.  She was a founding member of the Plattsburg Saddle Club, also a member of the Show Me Appaloosa Horse Club, Missouri Appaloosa Association, National Appaloosa Horse Club, American Quarter Horse Association, a lifetime member of the American Angus Association, and a member of the First Baptist Church in Gower. 
 She was also preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Bobbie Jo Gerdes. 
 She is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Sue Ellen and Jim Rose, Gower; three grandchildren, Kelly Hampton and husband, Jim, Sean Rose and wife, Debbie, and Jamie Joe Rose; five great-grandchildren, Courtney, Kassie, Jacqueline, Jennifer, and Jacob; other relatives and many friends. 
 Funeral services were held Tuesday, May 29, 2001 at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Gower.  Burial was at the Allen Cemetery in Gower. 
 Donations may be made to the  Allen Cemetery. 

Dawn M. Brown
 Dawn Michelle Brown, 17, daughter of Bronco and Janetta Brown, King City, formerly of St. Joseph, died Thursday, May 24, 2991, from injuries sustained in a two vehicle accident on US Highway 169, two miles south of union Star. 
 Miss Brown graduated this year from the King City R-I High School, where she was president of the student council this past year, and was president of her ju-nior and senior class. She was employed by Lou's Food and Drink in King City. 
  Born in St. Joseph on June 2, 1983, she lived in St. Joseph until moving to King City in 1993. 
 While attending high school, Miss Brown also was on the honor roll all four years; was a cheer-leader and served as captain this year; was the 2001 basketball homecoming queen; was on the girl's softball team and lettered all four years; and was on the girl's basketball team for three years and lettered all three years. She was a member of the King City Razzettes and served as voce-president this year at the school; she had been in the school play and was a member of the Drama Club; active in Future Farmers of America for three years; and a member of the Family Career and Community Leaders of America. 
 Miss Brown also was a mem-ber of the cornerstone Church of God in Gower. 
 Additional survivors include a brother, Bronco Jr., St. Joseph; paternal grandparents, Robert and Delores Platt, St. Joseph; mater-nal grandparents, the Rev. Larry and Mary Sample, Gower; and pa-ternal great-grandmother, Mary Hockaday, St. Joseph. 
 Service was held Tuesday, at the First Baptist church, King City with burial in the King City Cemetery, the Gibson Funeral Home, King City was in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to the King City R-I High School Scholarship Fund in care of the funeral home, PO Box 552, King City, MO 64463. 

Mildred U. Wade
 Mildred Ura (Bell, Creiger-Albrecht) Wade, 94, of Plattsburg, passed away, Monday, May 21, 2001 at the Gower Convalescent Center. 
 She was born on October 14, 1906 to Joseph A. and Minnie (Creiger) Albrecht in Marion, Redwillow City, NE which is now part of McCook, NE, where she grew up and attended school. 
 On July 25, 1925, she was united in marriage to Clearance T. Wade. After their marriage they lived in Oberlin, KS, moved to Pueblo, CO in 1939; Abbett, AR in 1943; Blair, KS in 1946; and in 1969 they moved to Plattsburg where they made their home. Her husband, Clearance, passed away in 1972 and in 1995, Mildred moved to the Gower Convalescent Center. 
 Mildred worked for Kruss Beggs department store in Pueblo, worked as a mid-wife in the Blair area, and owned and op-erated Wades Cafe in Wathena, KS. She also worked at J.C. Penney's in St. Joseph and later as a nurse's aide at the former Methodist Hospital and State Mental Hospital, both in St. Joseph. 
 Mildred was a member of the First Baptist Church of Plattsburg and the Rebecca Lodge. She helped in getting the Clinton County Senior Center of Plattsburg started and made, by hand, many quilts, doilies, ceram-ics and other items to sell for the benefit of the center. She also helped organize the Dedicated Hands Club in Plattsburg. 
 Mildred was also preceded in death by her parents; two daugh-ters, Elma Irene VanDonge, 2001 and Leona Louise Puckett, 1966;  two brothers, George and Neal Albrecht; four sister, infants  Laura and Bessie Albrecht and Eva Hitchcock and Grace Bennett; and two great-grandchildren. 
 She is survived by three daughters, Betty Loraine Book, McKees Rocks, PA, Jeneanne LaVey Mills, Pamona, KS and Jenette LaVon Norris, Plattsburg; 15 grandchildren; 36 great-grand-children including 8 step; 29 great-great-grandchildren; and a brother Floyd Albrecht, Pueblo, CO, other relatives and many friends. 
 Funeral services are being held Thursday, May 24th at 2pm at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower where the family will receive friends one hour prior to the ser-vice. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, St. Joseph. Memorial donations may be made to the Plattsburg Senior Center or the Glaucoma Foundation. 

Stephen L. Plowman
 Stephen Lee Plowman, 29, of Lathrop passed away on Sunday, May 20, 2001, at his home. Steve was born on September 4, 1971, at a military hospital in Stuttgart, Germany. Steve is the youngest son of Gordon and Linda Plowman of Lathrop. He lived the first five years of his life in Germany and his remaining years in Lathrop. Steve worked as a tile setter for Kenny's Tile in Grandview. He is a member of the first Baptist Church of Lathrop, a 1989 graduate of Lathrop High School and a vet-eran of the Marine Corp. 
 Survivors include his parents; a brother, Douglas Plowman, St. Joseph; and two sisters, Angela Kay Russell of St. Joseph and Tracy Lynne Gunn of Gower; two daughters, Dani Maureen Plowman, age 5, and Dallas Taylor Plowman, age 3 both of Lathrop; his finance', Sheri Harless; and his maternal grandmother, Nadine Stark of Mercer. 
 Funeral services were held at the First Baptist Church of Lathrop on Wednesday, May 23, 2001 with burial in the Lathrop Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Stephen Lee Plowman Memorial Fund, c/o Bailey Funeral Home, PO Box 13, Lathrop MO, 64465. 

Emma Lou Christian
 Emma Lou Christian 83, of Plattsburg, died Saturday, May 19, 2001, at a Liberty Hospital. Ms. Christian was born in Plattsburg May 15, 1918, to William and Minnie Christian. 
 Ms. Christian attended school in Plattsburg, and worked for the Whittaker Cable Co., in St. Joseph. She also worked for the Unitog Factory in Plattsburg. 
 She was a member of the First Assembly of God Church in Plattsburg an a former member of the Eastern Star of Plattsburg. 
 Ms. Christian was preceded in death by her parents William and Minnie Christian; a brother, William (Billy) Christian. 
 Survivors include two sisters, Dorothy Christian of Plattsburg and Wanda Adams of Crestview, FL; a brother, Gerald Christian of Seattle, WA and several nieces and nephews. 
 Funeral services were held Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at the Cox Funeral Home Plattsburg with burial in the Mount Zion Cemetery, Gower. Memorials may be made to the First Assembly of God Church of Plattsburg. 

 Juanita Statham
 Juanita (Crowley) Statham, 92, Plattsburg, died Thursday, May 17, 2001, at a Plattsburg health-care center. 
 Mrs. Statham was a home-maker. 
  Born in Lawson, on Oct. 26, 1908, she was a resident of Bogard, for most of her life. She also was a resident of Trimble and the St. Joseph area. 
 Mrs. Statham was a member of Church of Christ, Bogard. 
 On Nov. 19, 1930, she mar-ried Jerome Statham in Kansas. He died in 1987. 
 Mrs. Statham also was pre-ceded in death by her parents, Thomas Price and Lillian Crowley; three sisters, Choleta Crowley (her twin), Imogene Crowley, and Maydene Crowley; and a grand-son. 
 Survivors include two sons, Thomas, St. Joseph and Jerome, Trimble; a daughter, Juana Gheens, Camp Verde, AZ; three grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. 
 Graveside services and burial will be held Thursday, May 24, at the Ebenezer Cemetery, Bogard. Arrangements by Meierhoffer Family Funeral Service, St. Joseph. 

Jesse James Alexander
 Jesse James Alexander, infant son of Sean and Courtney (Green) Alexander, Plattsburg, was stillborn Saturday, May 12, 2001, at a Liberty hospital. 
 Additional survivors include paternal grandmother, Kimberly Alexander, Gower; maternal grandparents, Dianna Bush and Rich Ward, both of Plattsburg and Randy Green, Nashua; paternal great-grandparents, Velma Woolsey, Smithville, Thomas Reisinger, Topeka, KS and Virginia Alexander, Kansas City; and maternal great-grandfathers, Glenn Edwards, Plattsburg, and Bill Green, Polo. 
 Graveside service and burial was held Tuesday at Ridgely Cemetery, Ridgely. Arrangements were under the direction of Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower. 

Virginia Ollie Sanford
 Virginia Ollie Sanford, 82, of Ainaloa Estates on the Island of Hawaii, died on Wednesday, May 9, 2001 at the Hale Ho'ola Hamakua Lire Care Center in Honakaa, Hawaii. 
 Virginia was born in Swifton, AR, on June 20, 1918. 
 She retired from TWA Airlines as a Food Service employee. She was a member of the Hilo Church of Christ. 
 She is survived by: her hus-band, Marion Sanford of Ainaloa Estates, her son, Kenneth (Fran) Sanford of Waimea, Hawaii, Jerry (Ruthie) Williams of Arkansas her daughter, Mary Kay Shiel of Arkansas; her sisters Louise Reed of California, Leota Graham of Missouri; her brother, Roy Nunally of California; her three grandchil-dren and four great grandchildren. 
  Aloha attire. Flower are accepted. Arrangements by Borthwick Hawaii Funeral Home Hilo, Hawaii. 
 A Memorial service will be held at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, May 14, 2001 at her church, the Hilo Church of Christ.. Visitation will be from 5:00 to 6:00 PM with re-freshments following the service. 

R. Grace Geeting
 R. Grace (Cook) Geeting, 91 of Plattsburg, died Wednesday, May 9, 2001 at a Plattsburg health care center. 
 Mrs. Geeting was a teacher for forty years in the St. Joseph School District, the Fairboar School District in Ohio and for Clinton County country schools. She was a graduate of Northwest Missouri State University, Maryville.
 She was born in Plattsburg on March 15, 1910. 
 She was member of First Christian Church, Historical Society, and Prairie Cottage Extension Club, all of Plattsburg. She was also a member of the Missouri Retired Teachers Association and a faithful Sunday school teacher. 
 She married Clyde Geeting. He preceded her in death. 
 She was also preceded in death by her parents, Riley C. and Rebecca J. Cook; her brother, Riley Cook, Jr.; and two sisters, Mary Virginia Cook and Drucilla Gengelbach. 
 Survivors include her great-nephew, Kurt Gengelbach and her great-great-nephew, Matthew Gengelbach, both of Carrolton, TX; and several cousins. 
 Services were held Friday, May 11 at Cox Funeral Home, Plattsburg. Interment will be in Green Lawn Cemetery, Plattsburg. Memorial may be made to the First Christian Church of Plattsburg. 

Opal Fern Sloan
 Opal Fern Sloan, 90, Independence, died Tuesday, May 8, 2001 at The Groves. 
 Mrs. Sloan was born November 13, 1910 in Wellsville, KS. Together with her husband, they owned and operated Sloan's Jewelry in Plattsburg for 17 years before retiring. She was a member of the Business and Professional Women's Association. She was a member of the Plattsburg Order of the Eastern Star, where she served as Worthy Matron for two terms. She was a member of the Independence First Ward Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. 
 She was preceded by her husband of 65 years, Oris Clinton Sloan, and an infant daughter, Barbara Jean. 
 Survivors include five daugh-ters, Arlene Baker, Seattle, WA, Carmen Henson, Mission, TX, Eleanor Smith, Kansas City, North, Marcia Ann Breitling, Greenwood and Mary Bunch, Mission, TX; brother, John Brown, Jr., Blair, NE; a sister, Ruby Blanche McConnell, Sun City, AZ; 18 grandchildren; and 36 great-grandchildren. 
 Funeral services were held Friday, May 11, 2001 at Park Lawn Funeral Home. Burial was in Green Lawn Cemetery, Kansas City 

Edward L. Joslin
 Edward L. "Eddie" Joslin, 72, Parnell, formerly of St. Joseph, died Tuesday, May 8, 2001, at the Maryville hospital. 
 Mr. Joslin hand been employed as a driver for Norris & Son Trash Service in St. Joseph for 20 years until retiring due to a disability. 
  Born in Savannah on Dec. 15, 1928, he had spent his youth in Savannah and Andrew County, but lived most of his adult life in St. Joseph. 
 Mr. Joslin was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Rosetta: two brothers, Buster and Buddy; and a grandchild. 
 Surviving is his former wife, Nadine Joslin, who cared for him in the home; a daughter, Barbara Reed, Grant City; a stepson, George Benner, Amazonia; two sisters, Tilley Reynolds, Stewartsville, and Alberta Southwick, St. Joseph; seven grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. 
 Graveside service and burial were held Thursday at Savannah Cemetery. Services were under the direction of Breit & Hawkins Funeral Home, Savannah. Memorial may be made to the American Heart Association. 

Wilma L. Gillespie
 Wilma L. (Schmude) Gillespie, 58, King City, died Monday, May 7, 2001, from injuries sustained in a three-vehicle accident on U.S. Highway 169 at Avenue City in Andrew County. 
 Mrs. Gillespie, a registered nurse for over 30 years, was employed by Heartland Regional Medical Center in St. Joseph. She was a team leader for the Heartland Home Arthritis and Osteoporosis Center and Heartland Home Health. She worked closely with the Osteoporosis Program and Missouri Arthritis Advisory Board. 
 Early in her career, she was director of nursing at West View Acres in Leon, IA, and later was director of the Health Department of Harrison County in Bethany.
  Born near New Hampton on April 15, 1943, she graduated from South Harrison High School at Bethany and St. Luke's Hospital School of Nursing in Kansas City. She was currently attending Missouri Western State College in St. Joseph and would have graduated this year with a bachelor of science degree in business and nursing administration. 
 Mrs. Gillespie was a member of the Star Chapel United Methodist Church, north of Empire Prairie. She was a volunteer for the Arthritis Association and a member of the Missouri Arthritis Advisory Board. 
 She was the recipient of the Business Women of the Year Award in Bethany, Give To Life Award from Heartland Hospital and the William E. Hillyard Jr. Memorial Award in 1993 by the Midland Empire Arthritis Center. 
 On Feb. 7, 1965 she married Gary O. Gillespie in New Hampton. He survives of the home. 
 Mrs. Gillespie was preceded in death by her father, Arthur E. Schmude. 
 Additional survivors: two sons  Galen D., Cambridge, IA, and Garrett D., Pollock, MO; a daughter, Gina D. Gillespie, of the home; her mother, Opal Schmude, New Hampton; a brother, Ralph Schmude, Holt; a grandchild; and three step grandchildren. 
 Services were held Saturday at Gibson Funeral Home, King City. Burial was in Star Chapel Cemetery, north of Empire Prairie. Memorials may be made to the Gina D. Gillespie College Scholarship Fund in care of the funeral home, P.O. Box 552, King City, Mo 64463. 

F. M. Pulliam
 Francis Marion Pulliam, 89, of Edgerton, passed away on Sunday, May 6, 2001 at Hillview Nursing and Rehabilitation in Platte City. 
 He was born on January 17, 1912 to C. W. and Elizabeth (Dick) Pulliam in Edgerton.  F. M. attended school and grew up in Edgerton and graduated from Edgerton High School in 1930. 
 On December 21, 1931 he was united in marriage to Marguerite West in Plattsburg.  After their marriage they farmed near Edgerton where they  made their home.  F. M. also worked for H. B. C. Construction in Kansas City for several years.  His wife preceded him in death on October 6, 1997. 
 He was also preceded in death by his parents. 
 He is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Donald and Velma Pulliam, of Edgerton; a daughter and son-in-law, Bonnie J. and Orville Livingston of Platte City; seven grandchildren, Dianna Cassidy, Mike Livingston, Karla Austin, Brent Pulliam, Ryan Pulliam, John Riddle and Jim Riddle; ten great-grandchildren, Chris Dunn, Max Cassidy, Alex Pulliam, Shannon Pulliam, Lindsie Marie Livingston, Aaron Livingston, Liz Austin, Sara Shultz, Brett Austin and Michael Riddle; other relatives and many friends. 
 Funeral services were held Tuesday, May 8, 2001 at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Edgerton.  Burial was at the Ridgely Cemetery in Ridgely. 
 Memorials may be made to the North Care Hospice or to Ridgely Cemetery. 

Mildred Bullock Hanks
 Mildred Bullock Hanks, 90, of Lubbock, TX formerly of Smithville, passed away Saturday, May 5, 2001 at Covenant Medical Center in Lubbock, TX. 
 She was born on March 6, 1911 to Kemp and Beulah (Wright) Bullock in Smithville where she attended school and grew up. 
 On January 21, 1933 she was united in marriage to Clifford Hanks.  After their marriage they lived in Platte and Clay counties near Smithville, later moving to Smithville where they made their home.  Her husband, Clifford, preceded her in death on May 26, 1985. 
 She was also preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Walter Bullock. 
 Mildred was a long-time member of the First Christian Church in Smithville. 
 She is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Shirley and John Wittman, Lubbock, TX; two grandchildren, Kent Wittman, Charlotte, NC, and Karyn Casey and husband Mike, Knoxville, TN; other relatives and many friends. 
 Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, May 11, 2001 at the First Christian Church in Smithville.  Burial will be at the I.O.O.F. Cemetery in Smithville. 
 The family will receive friends from 7:00-9:00 p.m. Thursday at the Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Smithville. 
 Memorials may be made to the Arthritis Foundation or donor’s favorite charity.