Michael C. Danford, a kind and selfless man, passed away on May 22nd, 2023, at the age of 67. Born on April 20th, 1956, in Rogers, Arkansas, he brought joy and a sense of kindness to every life he touched. Michael, or "Big Mike" as he was affectionately known by his friends, will be remembered for his generosity and genuine spirit.

Michael is survived by his brothers, Dennis and Randy Fine; his dear friends, Sheila Lake and James Day Lake; and countless others who cherished his company and enjoyed his warm presence. He was preceded in passing by his parents, Ronnie Dean and Jo Ella (Smith) Danford, whose love and support helped mold him into the incredible person he became.

Michael's illustrious career began at the young age of 18 when he joined the United States Navy and served his country with pride. Stationed on the U.S.S. America, he worked in Communications and formed lifelong friendships with his fellow crew members. After his service, he continued protecting his community as a police officer for the Garnett Police Department in Kansas. Michael's dedication to helping others extended beyond his professional life, influencing all of his interactions and relationships.

Those who knew Michael were aware of his passion for music, particularly jazz. Whether listening to old classics or discovering new talents, Michael's enthusiasm and knowledge of music brought people together. Alongside his love of music, he was well-versed in the world of cars and could often be found chatting about the newest models and sharing his vast expertise with friends and family.

Michael was well-known for his generosity, often putting the needs of others before his own. He had a giving nature that will be greatly missed, but the legacy he leaves behind serves as an example to all.

Michael C. Danford touched the lives of many and will be deeply missed by all those who were fortunate enough to have known him.

Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.

Michael C. Danford, a kind and selfless man, passed away on May 22nd, 2023, at the age of 67. Born on April 20th, 1956, in Rogers, Arkansas, he brought joy and a sense of kindness to every life he touched. Michael, or "Big Mike" as he was affectionately known by his friends, will be remembered for his generosity and genuine spirit.Michael is survived by his brothers, Dennis and Randy Fine; his dear friends, Sheila Lake and James Day Lake; and countless others who cherished his company and enjoyed his warm presence. He was preceded in passing by his parents, Ronnie Dean and Jo Ella (Smith) Danford, whose love and support helped mold him into the incredible person he became.Michael's illustrious career began at the young age of 18 when he joined the United States Navy and served his country with pride. Stationed on the U.S.S. America, he worked in Communications and formed lifelong friendships with his fellow crew members. After his service, he continued protecting his community as a police officer for the Garnett Police Department in Kansas. Michael's dedication to helping others extended beyond his professional life, influencing all of his interactions and relationships.Those who knew Michael were aware of his passion for music, particularly jazz. Whether listening to old classics or discovering new talents, Michael's enthusiasm and knowledge of music brought people together. Alongside his love of music, he was well-versed in the world of cars and could often be found chatting about the newest models and sharing his vast expertise with friends and family.Michael was well-known for his generosity, often putting the needs of others before his own. He had a giving nature that will be greatly missed, but the legacy he leaves behind serves as an example to all.Michael C. Danford touched the lives of many and will be deeply missed by all those who were fortunate enough to have known him.Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.<figure>
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Michael C. Danford 1956 - 2023

John Edward Hester was born in Topeka, Kansas on June 2, 1950. He was one of two children of John Edward "Jack" and Lula Christine (Crouch) Hester.

John was united in marriage to Christi Lane Anderson on July 29, 1972 in Manhattan, Kansas. They became parents of three children.&nbsp;

John graduated from Kansas State University, and later earned a Master's Degree in Divinity from Eastern Baptist Theological Seminary in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. His ministry called him to serve the Chikaskia Baptist Church in Harper, Kansas (1977-1985), Herington First Baptist Church, Herington, Kansas (1985 - 1996), Harlan First Baptist Church, Harlan, Iowa (1996 - 1999), Larned First Baptist Church, Larned, Kansas and the Rozel First Baptist Church, Rozel, Kansas (2001- 2010).

John's first calling was preaching, and his hobbies and interests included family activities, especially those that involved grandchildren, trains, traveling and fishing. John enjoyed music, played drums, and was a member of The K-State Singers and K-State Marching Band. He was also an avid fan of Drum and Bugle Corp. He enjoyed watching sports, particularly K-State football.&nbsp;

John passed away on May 20, 2023 at his Liberty, Missouri home at the age of 72. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Chris Hester.&nbsp;

John is survived by his wife of 50 years, Christi of their home; their children, Sharla (Dave) Testorff, Ottawa, Kansas; Heidi (Daniel) Mull, Liberty, Missouri, Jeffrey (Heather) Hester, Loveland, Colorado; seven grandchildren, Makayla, Julianne, Landon, and Spencer Testorff, Delaney, Jocelyn and Grayson Boatwright; sister and brother-in-law, Judy and Jon Eshelman, Tulsa, Oklahoma; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Scott and Deirdre Anderson, Atlantic Highlands, New Jersey; and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp;

A celebration of life service will be held at 11:00 am, June 10, 2023 at the Liberty Christian Fellowship Church, 1815 W. Liberty Drive, Liberty, Missouri. Memorials may be directed to the John Hester family for area church camps. Private family inurnment will be at Maple Grove Cemetery, Oregon, Missouri. Care entrusted to Chamberlain Funeral Home, Oregon, Missouri.

John Edward Hester was born in Topeka, Kansas on June 2, 1950. He was one of two children of John Edward "Jack" and Lula Christine (Crouch) Hester.John was united in marriage to Christi Lane Anderson on July 29, 1972 in Manhattan, Kansas. They became parents of three children.&nbsp;John graduated from Kansas State University, and later earned a Master's Degree in Divinity from Eastern Baptist Theological Seminary in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. His ministry called him to serve the Chikaskia Baptist Church in Harper, Kansas (1977-1985), Herington First Baptist Church, Herington, Kansas (1985 - 1996), Harlan First Baptist Church, Harlan, Iowa (1996 - 1999), Larned First Baptist Church, Larned, Kansas and the Rozel First Baptist Church, Rozel, Kansas (2001- 2010).John's first calling was preaching, and his hobbies and interests included family activities, especially those that involved grandchildren, trains, traveling and fishing. John enjoyed music, played drums, and was a member of The K-State Singers and K-State Marching Band. He was also an avid fan of Drum and Bugle Corp. He enjoyed watching sports, particularly K-State football.&nbsp;John passed away on May 20, 2023 at his Liberty, Missouri home at the age of 72. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Chris Hester.&nbsp;John is survived by his wife of 50 years, Christi of their home; their children, Sharla (Dave) Testorff, Ottawa, Kansas; Heidi (Daniel) Mull, Liberty, Missouri, Jeffrey (Heather) Hester, Loveland, Colorado; seven grandchildren, Makayla, Julianne, Landon, and Spencer Testorff, Delaney, Jocelyn and Grayson Boatwright; sister and brother-in-law, Judy and Jon Eshelman, Tulsa, Oklahoma; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Scott and Deirdre Anderson, Atlantic Highlands, New Jersey; and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp;A celebration of life service will be held at 11:00 am, June 10, 2023 at the Liberty Christian Fellowship Church, 1815 W. Liberty Drive, Liberty, Missouri. Memorials may be directed to the John Hester family for area church camps. Private family inurnment will be at Maple Grove Cemetery, Oregon, Missouri. Care entrusted to Chamberlain Funeral Home, Oregon, Missouri.

John Edward Hester 1950 - 2023

Naomi J. Hepburn (Conley), 96, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away January 23, 2023 in Denver, Colorado.

Naomi was born August 23, 1926 in St. Joseph, the daughter of Fred and Jennie Pearl Conley. She attended Benton High School. For 35 years Naomi was a dental assistant to several dentists in St. Joseph and knew many generations of families through her work. She seldom went anywhere that she didn't meet someone she knew. Naomi was a devoted member of the King Hill Methodist Church and volunteered at the Saint Francis Church food pantry. Naomi's claim to fame was baking pies for the Southside Festival church booth, some years as many as 30.

Mrs. Hepburn was married for 36 years to Robert L. Hepburn. &nbsp;She is survived by: daughter Jo Ann Patterson-Lavely and husband Bob, Littleton, Colorado; son Paul Montgomery and wife Theresa, Estes Park, Colorado; daughter Linda Hayter and husband Reeves, Paris, Texas; son Ed Hepburn and wife Kathy, St. Joseph, Missouri; 11 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren.

Naomi was cremated and will be interned at Mount Auburn Cemetery, St. Joseph, on Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at 3:00 PM.

Naomi J. Hepburn (Conley), 96, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away January 23, 2023 in Denver, Colorado.Naomi was born August 23, 1926 in St. Joseph, the daughter of Fred and Jennie Pearl Conley. She attended Benton High School. For 35 years Naomi was a dental assistant to several dentists in St. Joseph and knew many generations of families through her work. She seldom went anywhere that she didn't meet someone she knew. Naomi was a devoted member of the King Hill Methodist Church and volunteered at the Saint Francis Church food pantry. Naomi's claim to fame was baking pies for the Southside Festival church booth, some years as many as 30.Mrs. Hepburn was married for 36 years to Robert L. Hepburn. &nbsp;She is survived by: daughter Jo Ann Patterson-Lavely and husband Bob, Littleton, Colorado; son Paul Montgomery and wife Theresa, Estes Park, Colorado; daughter Linda Hayter and husband Reeves, Paris, Texas; son Ed Hepburn and wife Kathy, St. Joseph, Missouri; 11 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren.Naomi was cremated and will be interned at Mount Auburn Cemetery, St. Joseph, on Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at 3:00 PM.<figure>
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Naomi Hepburn 1926 - 2023

On May 23, 2023 &nbsp;Ella Mae &nbsp;stepped in to the &nbsp;presence her Loving Lord and Savior, after a brief illness.

Ellie was born June 23, 1931, in King City MO, to the late Leonard and Bonnie Bell.

Ellie graduated from King City High School in 1949. On December 10, 1949, Ellie was married her to loving husband Ted Heintz. Ted and Ellie farmed in the Gentry County area and later moved to Oregon, MO where Ted was deputy sheriff, and operated several businesses. Ted and Ellie relocated to St. Joseph in 1960, where Ellie worked in the school system. Ellie worked at Mosaic Hospital where she retired in 2009 after forty years in the Physical Therapy department. After retiring from Mosaic Hospital, Ellie spent ten years, working as a comfort companion to many patients at Living Community.

Ellie is preceded in death by her husband Ted Heintz, and son Paul Heintz, her parents Leonard and Bonnie Bell, and her sister Alice.

Ellie is survived by her son John Heintz (Carol) of Largo, FL, Dan Heintz (Maria) of Roswell, NM, sisters Connie Childers and Carol Barton, of Kansas City, MO. She is also survived by 7 grandchildren, 11 Great Grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, and many friends of who’s lives Ellie touched.

Funeral service 11:00 AM Wednesday May 31, 2023 at the Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel., 3609 Fredrick Blvd. St. Joseph, MO 64506 Internment will follow at the King City, MO Cemetery.

The family will receive friends on one hour prior to the service beginning at &nbsp;10:00 AM.

On May 23, 2023 &nbsp;Ella Mae &nbsp;stepped in to the &nbsp;presence her Loving Lord and Savior, after a brief illness.Ellie was born June 23, 1931, in King City MO, to the late Leonard and Bonnie Bell.Ellie graduated from King City High School in 1949. On December 10, 1949, Ellie was married her to loving husband Ted Heintz. Ted and Ellie farmed in the Gentry County area and later moved to Oregon, MO where Ted was deputy sheriff, and operated several businesses. Ted and Ellie relocated to St. Joseph in 1960, where Ellie worked in the school system. Ellie worked at Mosaic Hospital where she retired in 2009 after forty years in the Physical Therapy department. After retiring from Mosaic Hospital, Ellie spent ten years, working as a comfort companion to many patients at Living Community.Ellie is preceded in death by her husband Ted Heintz, and son Paul Heintz, her parents Leonard and Bonnie Bell, and her sister Alice.Ellie is survived by her son John Heintz (Carol) of Largo, FL, Dan Heintz (Maria) of Roswell, NM, sisters Connie Childers and Carol Barton, of Kansas City, MO. She is also survived by 7 grandchildren, 11 Great Grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, and many friends of who’s lives Ellie touched.Funeral service 11:00 AM Wednesday May 31, 2023 at the Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel., 3609 Fredrick Blvd. St. Joseph, MO 64506 Internment will follow at the King City, MO Cemetery.The family will receive friends on one hour prior to the service beginning at &nbsp;10:00 AM.<figure>
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Ella Mae Heintz 1931 - 2023

David Raymond Chavanu, 72, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, May 21, 2023.

He was born on February 7, 1951, to Raymond J. and Hollis L. (Goforth) Chavanu in Council Bluffs, Iowa.

Farewell Services and Public Livestream 3:00 P.M., Wednesday, May 31, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. The family will gather with friends from 5:00 P.M., Tuesday, May 30.

David Raymond Chavanu, 72, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, May 21, 2023.He was born on February 7, 1951, to Raymond J. and Hollis L. (Goforth) Chavanu in Council Bluffs, Iowa.He was preceded in death by his parents.Farewell Services and Public Livestream 3:00 P.M., Wednesday, May 31, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. The family will gather with friends from 5:00 P.M., Tuesday, May 30.

David Raymond Chavanu 1951 - 2023

Mary Jane Waggoner, of Hiawatha, with family by her side, passed away Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at Vintage Park Assisted Living at the age of 95.

Mary Jane was born November 27, 1927, at White Cloud the daughter of John and Vianna Hood Baker and has lived in the northeast Kansas area her entire life. &nbsp;

She married Wilton Maxwell “Max” Waggoner, August 10, 1946 at Hiawatha. They lived their entire married life and raised their family in White Cloud, Kansas. &nbsp;He died April 13, 2001.

Mary Jane attended grade school thru high school in White Cloud where she graduated. In school she was a baton twirler in the band. &nbsp;

She worked at Mid Central Egg Products and later Flair Fold, both in Hiawatha for many years. Her hobbies were gardening, canning, shopping, dancing, reading, spending time with family and her grandchildren. Mary Jane had a great personality, very witty, and had a good time at whatever she was doing.

She attended the White Cloud Community Church her entire life.

Survivors include her children: David (Debby) Waggoner of White Cloud, Dixie Rayburn of Worthington, Indiana, Jerry (Donna) Waggoner of Troy, Kansas, Ronald (Tina) Waggoner of Falls City, Nebraska, Harold (Gaynell) Waggoner of Franklin, Indiana, Peggy Shores of Kearney, Missouri, Sandy Waggoner of Wathena, Kansas; 20 grandchildren, 45 great-grandchildren, and numerous great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, brother and sister in law Kenneth and Mildred Baker, infant grandson Jeffrey Waggoner, sons in law Bill Rayburn and Terry Shores.

A celebration of Mary Jane’s life is planned for 1 p.m. Friday, May 26, at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Highland. Pastor Rich Lehmkuhl will officiate. Interment will follow at Olive Branch Cemetery, White Cloud.

Friends may call at the funeral home after 12 noon Thursday where the family will meet from 6 until 8 that evening.

Mary Jane Waggoner, of Hiawatha, with family by her side, passed away Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at Vintage Park Assisted Living at the age of 95.Mary Jane was born November 27, 1927, at White Cloud the daughter of John and Vianna Hood Baker and has lived in the northeast Kansas area her entire life. &nbsp;She married Wilton Maxwell “Max” Waggoner, August 10, 1946 at Hiawatha. They lived their entire married life and raised their family in White Cloud, Kansas. &nbsp;He died April 13, 2001.Mary Jane attended grade school thru high school in White Cloud where she graduated. In school she was a baton twirler in the band. &nbsp;She worked at Mid Central Egg Products and later Flair Fold, both in Hiawatha for many years. Her hobbies were gardening, canning, shopping, dancing, reading, spending time with family and her grandchildren. Mary Jane had a great personality, very witty, and had a good time at whatever she was doing.She attended the White Cloud Community Church her entire life.Survivors include her children: David (Debby) Waggoner of White Cloud, Dixie Rayburn of Worthington, Indiana, Jerry (Donna) Waggoner of Troy, Kansas, Ronald (Tina) Waggoner of Falls City, Nebraska, Harold (Gaynell) Waggoner of Franklin, Indiana, Peggy Shores of Kearney, Missouri, Sandy Waggoner of Wathena, Kansas; 20 grandchildren, 45 great-grandchildren, and numerous great-great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, brother and sister in law Kenneth and Mildred Baker, infant grandson Jeffrey Waggoner, sons in law Bill Rayburn and Terry Shores.A celebration of Mary Jane’s life is planned for 1 p.m. Friday, May 26, at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Highland. Pastor Rich Lehmkuhl will officiate. Interment will follow at Olive Branch Cemetery, White Cloud.Friends may call at the funeral home after 12 noon Thursday where the family will meet from 6 until 8 that evening.

Mary Jane Waggone 1927 - 2023

Altamont, Missouri……Michael Lee Burnett, age 68, was born December 24, 1954, in Cameron, Missouri, the son of Hubert and Betty Alice (Jones) Burnett and passed away May 23, 2023.

Michael and Jeannie Rana (Parker) Burnett were united in marriage on June 15, 1975, at the Baptist Church in Gallatin, Missouri, and to this union three children were born.

Mike was a loving father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, and friend to many. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing, shooting guns, riding four-wheelers and camping (especially at Harrison County Lake). Mike was ornery and loved to tell dirty jokes.

He is reunited in heaven with his wife, Jeannie; son, Michael “Mikey” Burnett; parents, Hubert and Betty; brother, David Burnett; sisters, Betty Ann Riley and Martha “Cookie” Parvin.

Survivors include his children; Chipper Burnett of Altamont, MO, Misty (Todd) Hunt of Osborn, MO; daughter-in-law, Michelle Burnett of Maysville, MO; sisters, Teresa (Chris) Lee of Cameron, MO, and Laura (late husband, Howard) Hullinger of Cameron, MO;&nbsp;brother-in-law, Allen Parvin;&nbsp;fiancé, Donna Thurman of Altamont, MO; his dog, Buddy; and numerous family and friends.

Funeral Services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 27, 2023, at Turner Family Funeral Home in Maysville, with burial following at Mt. Ayr Cemetery in Altamont, Missouri. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, May 26, 2023, at the funeral home.

Altamont, Missouri……Michael Lee Burnett, age 68, was born December 24, 1954, in Cameron, Missouri, the son of Hubert and Betty Alice (Jones) Burnett and passed away May 23, 2023.Michael and Jeannie Rana (Parker) Burnett were united in marriage on June 15, 1975, at the Baptist Church in Gallatin, Missouri, and to this union three children were born.Mike was a loving father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, and friend to many. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing, shooting guns, riding four-wheelers and camping (especially at Harrison County Lake). Mike was ornery and loved to tell dirty jokes.He is reunited in heaven with his wife, Jeannie; son, Michael “Mikey” Burnett; parents, Hubert and Betty; brother, David Burnett; sisters, Betty Ann Riley and Martha “Cookie” Parvin.Survivors include his children; Chipper Burnett of Altamont, MO, Misty (Todd) Hunt of Osborn, MO; daughter-in-law, Michelle Burnett of Maysville, MO; sisters, Teresa (Chris) Lee of Cameron, MO, and Laura (late husband, Howard) Hullinger of Cameron, MO;&nbsp;brother-in-law, Allen Parvin;&nbsp;fiancé, Donna Thurman of Altamont, MO; his dog, Buddy; and numerous family and friends.Funeral Services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 27, 2023, at Turner Family Funeral Home in Maysville, with burial following at Mt. Ayr Cemetery in Altamont, Missouri. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, May 26, 2023, at the funeral home.<figure>
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Michael Lee Burnett 1954 - 2023

Virginia “Gini” Boswell, 83, of Lubbock, TX passed away, May 19, 2023. Gini was born August 5, 1939 to Woodrow Decker and Virginia Ellen (Todd) Decker in St. Joseph, MO. She spent her childhood near Edgerton, MO and attended East Buchanan High School.

Gini married Buddie Boswell, also from the Edgerton area, on October 27, 1956 and moved to Columbus, GA where Buddie was stationed with the US Army. After the birth of their first child, SuLin, they moved back to Edgerton where they raised their family of four. &nbsp;

Gini co-founded and operated The Union Mill Opry Country Music Show. She and Buddie worked side by side to entertain thousands of country music fans over many decades of the show’s operation. Gini not only sang harmony, greeted customers, cooked food for entertainers and patron concessions, maintained stage apparel, and sold show merchandise, but she performed secretarial duties as well. She typed mailing lists and brochures, answered phones, prepared promotional packages, and became the opry photographer all the while raising her children and grandchildren on and off the stage.&nbsp;

Virginia was a member of the Edgerton United Methodist Church and held the position as the church pianist for 30 years. As the music director for Vacation Bible School many of those years, she impacted countless young people in the community.&nbsp;

Gini was preceded in death by her parents, sister (Paulette), brother (Woodie), son (Randy), and her husband (Buddie), who passed away on Sept. 16, 2021.&nbsp;

Gini is survived by her daughters, SuLin Sehorn, Penni (Todd) Thompson, Kandi (Terry) Stephens; twelve grandchildren, Chasity (Kevin) Jones, Austin Sehorn, Sara Meyerkorth, Jenna (Ryan) Monreal, Emily Sisk, Hallie (Spencer) Ford, Thad Zuber, Theron Zuber, Hunnie Zuber-Stephens, Tara Steward, Regan McCurdy, and Zachary Boswell ; several great-grandchildren; half-sisters, Debbie Klein and Melissa Mahloch; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends.&nbsp;

Funeral Service: 10:00 a.m. Saturday, May 27th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Gower, MO.&nbsp;

Visitation: 6:00-8:00 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Virginia “Gini” Boswell, 83, of Lubbock, TX passed away, May 19, 2023. Gini was born August 5, 1939 to Woodrow Decker and Virginia Ellen (Todd) Decker in St. Joseph, MO. She spent her childhood near Edgerton, MO and attended East Buchanan High School.Gini married Buddie Boswell, also from the Edgerton area, on October 27, 1956 and moved to Columbus, GA where Buddie was stationed with the US Army. After the birth of their first child, SuLin, they moved back to Edgerton where they raised their family of four. &nbsp;Gini co-founded and operated The Union Mill Opry Country Music Show. She and Buddie worked side by side to entertain thousands of country music fans over many decades of the show’s operation. Gini not only sang harmony, greeted customers, cooked food for entertainers and patron concessions, maintained stage apparel, and sold show merchandise, but she performed secretarial duties as well. She typed mailing lists and brochures, answered phones, prepared promotional packages, and became the opry photographer all the while raising her children and grandchildren on and off the stage.&nbsp;Virginia was a member of the Edgerton United Methodist Church and held the position as the church pianist for 30 years. As the music director for Vacation Bible School many of those years, she impacted countless young people in the community.&nbsp;Gini was preceded in death by her parents, sister (Paulette), brother (Woodie), son (Randy), and her husband (Buddie), who passed away on Sept. 16, 2021.&nbsp;Gini is survived by her daughters, SuLin Sehorn, Penni (Todd) Thompson, Kandi (Terry) Stephens; twelve grandchildren, Chasity (Kevin) Jones, Austin Sehorn, Sara Meyerkorth, Jenna (Ryan) Monreal, Emily Sisk, Hallie (Spencer) Ford, Thad Zuber, Theron Zuber, Hunnie Zuber-Stephens, Tara Steward, Regan McCurdy, and Zachary Boswell ; several great-grandchildren; half-sisters, Debbie Klein and Melissa Mahloch; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends.&nbsp;Funeral Service: 10:00 a.m. Saturday, May 27th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Gower, MO.&nbsp;Visitation: 6:00-8:00 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.Burial: Ridgely Cemetery.<figure>
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Virginia 'Gini' Boswell 1939 - 2023

James (Jim) E McGowen 84 of Liberty Missouri passed away May 21, 2023, at the St Luke’s Hospice House Kansas City Missouri. James was born May 6, 1939, to Marvin and Josie McGowen. 

James lived most of his life in Platte City and in later years married Karen and moved to Liberty where he and Karen shared a home. James retired from the Archer Daniels Milling Company after 40 years. Retirement life did not suit James, so he spent another 16 years at the Liberty School District in the maintenance department. James enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren, trips to the lake, outdoor activities, Price is Right TV show and meeting with his group of friends for the late breakfast gatherings at Mom and Pops in Claycomo. 

Jim will always be remembered for his last words – whether he was talking to you on the phone or just visiting – last words were always; I love you. 

James was proceeded in death by his parents and wife Karen. 

James had 5 children: daughters Janette Benson (Platte City Missouri), Danette Wilhelm (Princeton Missouri), Johnny Elmore (Kansas City Missouri), Terry McGowen (Alaska), Shelby McGowen (Kansas City Missouri). James was blessed with 10 grandchildren: Brandy Weigel, Tyler Benson, Cheyenne Kuckleman, Wes Elmore, Sara Martin, Christopher McGowen, Patrick McGowen, Martin Tuller, Kylar McGowen, and Kyli McGowen and several great grandchildren. He will be missed. 

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the St Luke’s Hospice. A visitation will be held 10:00 – 11:00 a.m., Thursday, May 25, 2023, at Rollins Funeral Home in Platte City; followed by an 11:00 a.m. funeral service. Interment will follow at the Pleasant Ridge Cemetery in Weston, MO.

James (Jim) E McGowen 84 of Liberty Missouri passed away May 21, 2023, at the St Luke’s Hospice House Kansas City Missouri. James was born May 6, 1939, to Marvin and Josie McGowen. James lived most of his life in Platte City and in later years married Karen and moved to Liberty where he and Karen shared a home. James retired from the Archer Daniels Milling Company after 40 years. Retirement life did not suit James, so he spent another 16 years at the Liberty School District in the maintenance department. James enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren, trips to the lake, outdoor activities, Price is Right TV show and meeting with his group of friends for the late breakfast gatherings at Mom and Pops in Claycomo. Jim will always be remembered for his last words – whether he was talking to you on the phone or just visiting – last words were always; I love you. James was proceeded in death by his parents and wife Karen. James had 5 children: daughters Janette Benson (Platte City Missouri), Danette Wilhelm (Princeton Missouri), Johnny Elmore (Kansas City Missouri), Terry McGowen (Alaska), Shelby McGowen (Kansas City Missouri). James was blessed with 10 grandchildren: Brandy Weigel, Tyler Benson, Cheyenne Kuckleman, Wes Elmore, Sara Martin, Christopher McGowen, Patrick McGowen, Martin Tuller, Kylar McGowen, and Kyli McGowen and several great grandchildren. He will be missed. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the St Luke’s Hospice. A visitation will be held 10:00 – 11:00 a.m., Thursday, May 25, 2023, at Rollins Funeral Home in Platte City; followed by an 11:00 a.m. funeral service. Interment will follow at the Pleasant Ridge Cemetery in Weston, MO.<figure>
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James Elmer McGowen 1939 - 2023

Randy Eugene Redden 70, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Tuesday May 23, 2023 in St. Joseph. He was born August 3, 1952, son of Lois Kennedy &amp; William Redden.

 He went to Lafayette High School. He married Lana Jane Schurman on July 21, 1972, and they shared almost 50 years of marriage. He had many jobs, working at Housman Roofing, Missouri Department of Transportation, and Edwards Chemical. He loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing, and camping. His favorite thing to do besides be with his wife and loved ones, was drinking a Diet Coke while watching westerns. 

Randy was preceded in death by his parents, wife, brother, Mike Redden, and  in-laws, Charles &amp; Doris Schurman. 

He is survived by daughter, Charlene (Scott) Kirschner, brother, Gary (Linda) Redden, sisters, Lori (Pat) Shelter, Tina Kennedy, and Kathy (Eric Powell) Brown all of St. Joseph, MO, step-brother, Carl Crow, numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, sister-in-laws, Clella (Mox) Johnson of St. Joseph, MO, Cassy (Jim) Gunter, and Charlene (Scott) Kirschner, brother-in-laws, Ron and Tom Schurman. 

The family will receive friends from 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm on Saturday, May 27, 2023 at the Rupp Funeral Home, with a Funeral Service following at 3:00 pm. He will be cremated under the care of the Rupp Funeral Home.

Randy Eugene Redden 70, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Tuesday May 23, 2023 in St. Joseph. He was born August 3, 1952, son of Lois Kennedy &amp; William Redden. He went to Lafayette High School. He married Lana Jane Schurman on July 21, 1972, and they shared almost 50 years of marriage. He had many jobs, working at Housman Roofing, Missouri Department of Transportation, and Edwards Chemical. He loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing, and camping. His favorite thing to do besides be with his wife and loved ones, was drinking a Diet Coke while watching westerns. Randy was preceded in death by his parents, wife, brother, Mike Redden, and in-laws, Charles &amp; Doris Schurman. He is survived by daughter, Charlene (Scott) Kirschner, brother, Gary (Linda) Redden, sisters, Lori (Pat) Shelter, Tina Kennedy, and Kathy (Eric Powell) Brown all of St. Joseph, MO, step-brother, Carl Crow, numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, sister-in-laws, Clella (Mox) Johnson of St. Joseph, MO, Cassy (Jim) Gunter, and Charlene (Scott) Kirschner, brother-in-laws, Ron and Tom Schurman. The family will receive friends from 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm on Saturday, May 27, 2023 at the Rupp Funeral Home, with a Funeral Service following at 3:00 pm. He will be cremated under the care of the Rupp Funeral Home.<figure>
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Randy Eugene Redden 1952 - 2023

Kelly Ann Morrison, 48, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, May 21, 2023.

She was born March 6, 1975 in Louisville, Kentucky to Walter and Joyce (Butch) Morrison.

Kelly had worked as a cashier at Krogers. An animal lover, she adopted many rescue dogs.

She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Joyce Faulkner and Janet Symenski; brother, Jeffrey Morrison.

Survivors include her significant other, Kris Trinidad; sisters, Jewel Morrison and Christine Gauf; extended family and friends.

Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family requests contributions to Kelly's funeral fund. To donate online or to sign the guest book please visit Kelly's tribute page at meierhoffer.com.

Kelly Ann Morrison, 48, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, May 21, 2023.She was born March 6, 1975 in Louisville, Kentucky to Walter and Joyce (Butch) Morrison.Kelly had worked as a cashier at Krogers. An animal lover, she adopted many rescue dogs.She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Joyce Faulkner and Janet Symenski; brother, Jeffrey Morrison.Survivors include her significant other, Kris Trinidad; sisters, Jewel Morrison and Christine Gauf; extended family and friends.Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family requests contributions to Kelly's funeral fund. To donate online or to sign the guest book please visit Kelly's tribute page at meierhoffer.com.

Kelly Ann Morrison 1975 - 2023

After a long-fought battle, Robert Lee (Bob) Farr, 73, of Gower, Missouri, passed away May 20th surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on May 22, 1949 to Ray and Helen (Garrahan) Farr in Saint Joseph, MO. Bob grew up in Gower MO where he graduated in 1967 from Gower High School.

Bob served in the U S Air Force in Pakistan and Japan in the Security Service. The 6918th RSM/SS in Hakata, Japan was his favorite. In the service his nickname was “Miller”. And “Montana Bob” to his biker buddies from Iowa.

He worked with his brother Donnie in farming. And later worked for Farmland Industries as the Oil plant manager for many years.

Bob married Connie Jane Musser on June 15, 1974. They were blessed with two daughters. They owned the Farr Place in Gower from 1984-2000.

In 2005 he was united in marriage to Carol A. (Pearcy Hamm) Sitton. They made a life together in Gower. They enjoyed seven years at the Lake of the Ozarks, before returning to Gower.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Donnie, sister Elaine Davis, nephews David, Keith and Michael, and niece, Donna Livingston.

Bob is survived by his wife; Carol; daughters Nicole Farr, TX, and Stacey (William) Sandoval, TX, Tracy (David) Wimberly; son Kenneth L. (Alicia) Hamm; sister, Marianne (Jerry) Jackson; brother John Farr; granddaughters, Mariesa (Cody) Thompson, Ashley Sandoval, Demet (Zach) Key, Brittaney McCravey, Kayla McCravey (Mark William) and Nicole Gibbens; grandsons, Joseph, Zayden and Zeke; great-grandsons Egane, Elyne, Lucien, Elliot, Asher and Wyatt; many nieces and nephews and good friends.

Military Honors will be held at 6:00 p.m. at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Gower with Celebration of Life to follow at the Gower Legion Hall on Friday, June 30th. Arrangements, Hixson-Klein Funeral Home.

After a long-fought battle, Robert Lee (Bob) Farr, 73, of Gower, Missouri, passed away May 20th surrounded by his loving family.He was born on May 22, 1949 to Ray and Helen (Garrahan) Farr in Saint Joseph, MO. Bob grew up in Gower MO where he graduated in 1967 from Gower High School.Bob served in the U S Air Force in Pakistan and Japan in the Security Service. The 6918th RSM/SS in Hakata, Japan was his favorite. In the service his nickname was “Miller”. And “Montana Bob” to his biker buddies from Iowa.He worked with his brother Donnie in farming. And later worked for Farmland Industries as the Oil plant manager for many years.Bob married Connie Jane Musser on June 15, 1974. They were blessed with two daughters. They owned the Farr Place in Gower from 1984-2000.In 2005 he was united in marriage to Carol A. (Pearcy Hamm) Sitton. They made a life together in Gower. They enjoyed seven years at the Lake of the Ozarks, before returning to Gower.He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Donnie, sister Elaine Davis, nephews David, Keith and Michael, and niece, Donna Livingston.Bob is survived by his wife; Carol; daughters Nicole Farr, TX, and Stacey (William) Sandoval, TX, Tracy (David) Wimberly; son Kenneth L. (Alicia) Hamm; sister, Marianne (Jerry) Jackson; brother John Farr; granddaughters, Mariesa (Cody) Thompson, Ashley Sandoval, Demet (Zach) Key, Brittaney McCravey, Kayla McCravey (Mark William) and Nicole Gibbens; grandsons, Joseph, Zayden and Zeke; great-grandsons Egane, Elyne, Lucien, Elliot, Asher and Wyatt; many nieces and nephews and good friends.Military Honors will be held at 6:00 p.m. at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Gower with Celebration of Life to follow at the Gower Legion Hall on Friday, June 30th. Arrangements, Hixson-Klein Funeral Home.<figure>
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Robert Lee (Bob) Farr 1949 - 2023

Lucy "Edna" Williamson 83, of Kansas City, Kansas passed away Monday May 22, 2023 in Kansas City. 

She was born August 27, 1939 in  De Queen, Arkansas.

The family will receive friends from 10-11:00 am on Saturday, May 27, 2023 at the Rupp Funeral Home, with a Funeral Service following at  11:00 am. Interment will follow at Sumner Cemetery - Atchison, Kansas.

Lucy "Edna" Williamson 83, of Kansas City, Kansas passed away Monday May 22, 2023 in Kansas City. She was born August 27, 1939 in De Queen, Arkansas.The family will receive friends from 10-11:00 am on Saturday, May 27, 2023 at the Rupp Funeral Home, with a Funeral Service following at 11:00 am. Interment will follow at Sumner Cemetery - Atchison, Kansas.

Lucy Edna Williamson 1939 - 2023

Patricia Lynn Steele 75, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Saturday May 20, 2023 at her home.  She was born November 18, 1947 in Kansas City, Missouri daughter of the late Betty &amp; Gerry Pate. 

She married Ronald Steele Sr. on February 2, 1990, and he survives of the home. She graduated from Park Hill High School, class of 1967, and worked at Walmart for several years. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, and brothers, Joseph and Barry Pate. 

She is survived by her husband Ronald, daughters, Roberta (Jerry) Burson,  Spring Hill, KS, and Betty Steele, St. Joseph, MO, sons, Jeffery, Kelly, and Timothy Steele, step children; Ron Steele Jr, and Stacey Hartley, brothers, Michael, Dannye, and Brian Pate of Kansas City, MO, grandchildren, Coralie, Austin, Asha, Jaxon, Tyler, Gage, Baylee, Olivia, Tessa, Brylee, Justin, Josh, Kennley, and Kynah, and numerous great-grandchildren, along with her best friend and sister in law Rosie (Gary) Whitten. 

She will be cremated under the care of the Rupp Funeral Home.

Patricia Lynn Steele 75, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Saturday May 20, 2023 at her home. She was born November 18, 1947 in Kansas City, Missouri daughter of the late Betty &amp; Gerry Pate. She married Ronald Steele Sr. on February 2, 1990, and he survives of the home. She graduated from Park Hill High School, class of 1967, and worked at Walmart for several years. She was preceded in death by her parents, and brothers, Joseph and Barry Pate. She is survived by her husband Ronald, daughters, Roberta (Jerry) Burson, Spring Hill, KS, and Betty Steele, St. Joseph, MO, sons, Jeffery, Kelly, and Timothy Steele, step children; Ron Steele Jr, and Stacey Hartley, brothers, Michael, Dannye, and Brian Pate of Kansas City, MO, grandchildren, Coralie, Austin, Asha, Jaxon, Tyler, Gage, Baylee, Olivia, Tessa, Brylee, Justin, Josh, Kennley, and Kynah, and numerous great-grandchildren, along with her best friend and sister in law Rosie (Gary) Whitten. She will be cremated under the care of the Rupp Funeral Home.<figure>
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Patricia Lynn Steele 1947 - 2023

Mary Ellen Janorschke 84, of Saint Joseph, MO, passed away Monday, May 22, 2023.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, May 26, 2023, at 10:00 am at the St. James Catholic Church, Father Christian Malewski Celebrant. 

The Rosary will be recited at 5:30 pm, Thursday at the St. James Catholic Church. where the family will receive friends from 6 to 8:00 PM on Thursday at the St. James Catholic Church. The Interment will be at the  Mount Olivet Cemetery.

Mary Ellen Janorschke 84, of Saint Joseph, MO, passed away Monday, May 22, 2023.The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, May 26, 2023, at 10:00 am at the St. James Catholic Church, Father Christian Malewski Celebrant. The Rosary will be recited at 5:30 pm, Thursday at the St. James Catholic Church. where the family will receive friends from 6 to 8:00 PM on Thursday at the St. James Catholic Church. The Interment will be at the Mount Olivet Cemetery.<figure>
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Mary Ellen Janorschke 1938 - 2023

Christopher Louis Cox 66, of Arlington, Texas passed away Monday May 15, 2023 in Arlington. He was born September 3, 1956 in St. Joseph, Missouri son of the late Betty &amp; Endell Cox. 

He married Connie Sherard on October 7 1978 and she survives of the home. He graduated from Lafayette High School, where he was a member of the ROTC. He worked at St. Joe Packaging for 20 years, PNP Associates Security services, he also the owner and operator of his own pool business in Arlington. He loved the Kansas City Chiefs. 

Christopher was preceded in death by his parents, and sister, Judy Cox. 

He is survived by his wife Connie,  sons, Christopher (Carlyn) Cox II, and Michael E. Cox of Arlington, TX, brothers, Michael R. (Christine) Cox, Arlington, TX, and Patrick R. (Linda) Cox, Kansas City, MO, sister, Joyce Cox, Milwaukee, WI, grandchild, Eyces Cox, and sister-in-law, Ruth (Vince) Calderon of Costa Mesa, CA. 

The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm on Thursday, May 25, 2023 at the Rupp Funeral Home, with a Funeral Service at 2:00 pm Friday, May 26, 2023, at  Rupp Funeral Home. Interment at Mount Olivet Cemetery.

Christopher Louis Cox 66, of Arlington, Texas passed away Monday May 15, 2023 in Arlington. He was born September 3, 1956 in St. Joseph, Missouri son of the late Betty &amp; Endell Cox. He married Connie Sherard on October 7 1978 and she survives of the home. He graduated from Lafayette High School, where he was a member of the ROTC. He worked at St. Joe Packaging for 20 years, PNP Associates Security services, he also the owner and operator of his own pool business in Arlington. He loved the Kansas City Chiefs. Christopher was preceded in death by his parents, and sister, Judy Cox. He is survived by his wife Connie, sons, Christopher (Carlyn) Cox II, and Michael E. Cox of Arlington, TX, brothers, Michael R. (Christine) Cox, Arlington, TX, and Patrick R. (Linda) Cox, Kansas City, MO, sister, Joyce Cox, Milwaukee, WI, grandchild, Eyces Cox, and sister-in-law, Ruth (Vince) Calderon of Costa Mesa, CA. The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm on Thursday, May 25, 2023 at the Rupp Funeral Home, with a Funeral Service at 2:00 pm Friday, May 26, 2023, at Rupp Funeral Home. Interment at Mount Olivet Cemetery.<figure>
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Christopher Louis Cox 1956 - 2023

Mark Wayne Jimenez 57, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, May 20, 2023 in a St. Joseph health care center. He was born April 24, 1966, son of the late Dorothy &amp; Jose Jimenez. 

He graduated from Redlands High School in Redland, CA. 

Mark was preceded in death by parents, and brothers, Johnny and Terry Jimenez. 

He is survived by sisters, Brenda Henderson and Debora Jimenez. 

The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at the Rupp Funeral Home, with a Graveside Funeral Service at 2:00 pm Friday, May 26, 2023, at Mount Olivet Cemetery.

Mark Wayne Jimenez 57, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, May 20, 2023 in a St. Joseph health care center. He was born April 24, 1966, son of the late Dorothy &amp; Jose Jimenez. He graduated from Redlands High School in Redland, CA. Mark was preceded in death by parents, and brothers, Johnny and Terry Jimenez. He is survived by sisters, Brenda Henderson and Debora Jimenez. The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at the Rupp Funeral Home, with a Graveside Funeral Service at 2:00 pm Friday, May 26, 2023, at Mount Olivet Cemetery.

Mark Wayne Jimenez 1966 - 2023

Wayne G. Stroud, Sr. met his bride of 62 years at the Jordan River, to cross together into their Heavenly Home on May 20, 2023.

In March 1961, he married love of his life, Donna Calvert.

He was preceded in death by his wife; parents, Dale and Stella; and sister, JoAnn Seever.

Survivors include his children, Wayne Stroud, Jr. (Tara), Robert Stroud (Jerri), and Janet Christopher (Randy); four grandchildren, Kayce Geeting (Talon), Dustin Nauman (Kendra), Shawn, and Kaylee Doty (Randy); several great-grandchildren; nephew, Larry Seever; and niece, Sherry Seever.

Wayne served in the U.S. Air Force as a fireman in 1959. He worked as a garage foreman at Meadow Gold Dairy and retired from Johnson Controls. He was a mechanic by trade.

He loved his family more than anything. Wayne was a member of Sovereign Grace Baptist Church in Kansas City, and he shared Jesus with everyone he could, even to his final breath.

At Wayne’s request, there will be no services. Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.

Wayne G. Stroud, Sr. met his bride of 62 years at the Jordan River, to cross together into their Heavenly Home on May 20, 2023.In March 1961, he married love of his life, Donna Calvert.He was preceded in death by his wife; parents, Dale and Stella; and sister, JoAnn Seever.Survivors include his children, Wayne Stroud, Jr. (Tara), Robert Stroud (Jerri), and Janet Christopher (Randy); four grandchildren, Kayce Geeting (Talon), Dustin Nauman (Kendra), Shawn, and Kaylee Doty (Randy); several great-grandchildren; nephew, Larry Seever; and niece, Sherry Seever.Wayne served in the U.S. Air Force as a fireman in 1959. He worked as a garage foreman at Meadow Gold Dairy and retired from Johnson Controls. He was a mechanic by trade.He loved his family more than anything. Wayne was a member of Sovereign Grace Baptist Church in Kansas City, and he shared Jesus with everyone he could, even to his final breath.At Wayne’s request, there will be no services. Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.<figure>
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Wayne G. Stroud, Sr. 1940 - 2023

Charles W. “Bud” Salanski, 87, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, May 18, 2023.

He was born June 4, 1935 in St. Joseph to Stephen James and Virginia (Linville) Salanski. He graduated from Central High School in 1953, earned his BS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Kansas in 1957, and later completed the Management Program for Small Business at the Harvard Graduate School of Business. He was a member of Delta Chi Fraternity at KU.

While at KU, Bud met Margaret Clark, and they were married August 25, 1956. They were married for 57 years until Margaret’s death in 2013. He was preceded in death by his wife Margaret, father Stephen James Salanski (who died when Bud was 13 years old), mother Virginia Linville Salanski Ochse, and stepfather Lester Ochse.

Bud was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Surviving family members include son Stephen (wife Phyllis) Salanski, grandson Douglas (wife Jillian) Salanski, great-grandchildren Harper and Bennett Salanski, granddaughter Kristin (Salanski) Chandler (husband Jonathan Chandler), great-grandchildren Olivia, Samuel, and Madelyn Chandler; daughter Kimber Salanski, granddaughter Kaitlin Salanski; daughter Pamla (Salanski) Singer (husband Tolan Singer), grandchildren Abbigail and Noah Singer. He is also survived by his sister Stephanie (Salanski) FitzSimmons (husband James FitzSimmons); sister-in-law Mary Ann (Clark) Farris (husband Robert Farris) and eleven nieces/nephews/in-laws/great nieces/great nephews.

Charlie, as he was known in the business world, began working part-time for Wire Rope Corporation of America (WRCA), in 1953 while in college at KU. He began full-time employment at WRCA as a Field Engineer following graduation in 1957. He advanced steadily through the company, serving in eight different positions over 49 years – including Executive VP and COO from 1980 to 1995, then President and COO from 1995 until his retirement in 2002. During that time, WRCA, which was home-based in St. Joseph, became the largest producer of wire rope in North America. While working nationally to protect against unfair trade practices, he also became a key international leader in the industry. He initiated a joint venture in the Peoples Republic of China and established collaborative agreements with Korean and European companies. He served on an Advisory Committee to the US Department of Commerce and represented the US Bureau of Mines in a joint research program with Poland and Germany. He served three years as President of the American Wire Producers Association (AWPA), Chairman of the Wire Rope Technical Board, and Chairman of the Domestic Wire Rope Manufacturers Committee – as well as multiple other national industry boards and advisory committees.

After retiring from WRCA in 2002, Bud agreed to look (as a consultant) at the struggling non-profit Samaritan Counseling Center and found his second career. He eventually became Executive Director of The Center – leading The Center to be the St. Joseph Community’s premier provider of outpatient mental health services as the mental health safety net for people needing financial assistance or on Medicaid. He continued in that position for almost 15 years. During that time, he also Chaired a $9 million Federally funded, 6-year project to design and implement a new system of care for Severely Emotionally Disturbed Children.

Bud was engaged in leadership roles of multiple St. Joseph civic organizations. These included: President and Chairman of Finance Committee of YMCA (including leading the planning and fund-raising for the new YMCA facility in the 1980’s), President of St. Joseph Symphony Board, VP of St. Joseph Arts Council, Member of the Missouri State Council on the Arts, Founding Member and Board Chair for Heartland Health System’s Community Health Plan HMO, Member of the St. Joseph Sports Board, President of St. Joseph Kiwanis Club, President of St. Joseph Country Club, Founding Member and Board Chair of St. Joseph School District Foundation, St. Joseph Area United Way Campaign Chair and Advisory Board Member, Board Member and Finance Committee Chair for Interfaith Community Services, Buchanan County Tourism Board Member, and served as a St. Joseph City Councilman.

He was a lifelong member of Wyatt Park Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). He served the Church as Board Moderator, Elder, Sunday School Teacher, Trustee, long-time Treasurer/Finance Chair, and trumpet player in the Praise Team. He was honored as a WPCC Life Service Member.

Bud and Margaret were true KU Jayhawk fans, holding football and basketball season tickets for decades, as well as being Kansas Alumni Association Life Members. He was Chairman of the University of Kansas Mechanical Engineering Advisory Board for 32 years and was also a Member of the University of Kansas Greater University Fund Advisory Board.

Bud loved playing the trumpet – starting in high school with a dance band called the Rhythm Rockers. He was in the KU Marching Band. In addition to the WPCC Praise Team, he played in the St. Joseph Kicks Band, the Don Haggee Jazz Quartet, and continued playing with the Rhythm Rockers for over fifty years. He also enjoyed playing golf and racquetball – and was very competitive in both sports.

Charlie/Bud received many business-related and civic honors and awards. Some highlights include: Fred J. Hoffman Award for Outstanding and Dedicated Leadership to the YMCA (1988), University of Kansas Mechanical Engineering Distinguished Alumni Award (2003), St. Joseph Rotary Club Award of Excellence (2007), University of Kansas School of Engineering and Advisory Board Distinguished Engineering Service Award (2008), St. Joseph Family YMCA Lifetime Achievement Award (2010), Extraordinary Lifetime Achievement Mayor’s Award for the Arts by the Allied Arts Council (2013), Central High School Enright Academic Hall of Fame Inductee (2016), and the InterServ David G. Berger Community Service Award (2017).

Farewell Services and Public Livestream 1:00 PM, Friday May 26 at Wyatt Park Christian Church. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM prior to the Service.

Charles W. “Bud” Salanski, 87, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, May 18, 2023.He was born June 4, 1935 in St. Joseph to Stephen James and Virginia (Linville) Salanski. He graduated from Central High School in 1953, earned his BS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Kansas in 1957, and later completed the Management Program for Small Business at the Harvard Graduate School of Business. He was a member of Delta Chi Fraternity at KU.While at KU, Bud met Margaret Clark, and they were married August 25, 1956. They were married for 57 years until Margaret’s death in 2013. He was preceded in death by his wife Margaret, father Stephen James Salanski (who died when Bud was 13 years old), mother Virginia Linville Salanski Ochse, and stepfather Lester Ochse.Bud was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Surviving family members include son Stephen (wife Phyllis) Salanski, grandson Douglas (wife Jillian) Salanski, great-grandchildren Harper and Bennett Salanski, granddaughter Kristin (Salanski) Chandler (husband Jonathan Chandler), great-grandchildren Olivia, Samuel, and Madelyn Chandler; daughter Kimber Salanski, granddaughter Kaitlin Salanski; daughter Pamla (Salanski) Singer (husband Tolan Singer), grandchildren Abbigail and Noah Singer. He is also survived by his sister Stephanie (Salanski) FitzSimmons (husband James FitzSimmons); sister-in-law Mary Ann (Clark) Farris (husband Robert Farris) and eleven nieces/nephews/in-laws/great nieces/great nephews.Charlie, as he was known in the business world, began working part-time for Wire Rope Corporation of America (WRCA), in 1953 while in college at KU. He began full-time employment at WRCA as a Field Engineer following graduation in 1957. He advanced steadily through the company, serving in eight different positions over 49 years – including Executive VP and COO from 1980 to 1995, then President and COO from 1995 until his retirement in 2002. During that time, WRCA, which was home-based in St. Joseph, became the largest producer of wire rope in North America. While working nationally to protect against unfair trade practices, he also became a key international leader in the industry. He initiated a joint venture in the Peoples Republic of China and established collaborative agreements with Korean and European companies. He served on an Advisory Committee to the US Department of Commerce and represented the US Bureau of Mines in a joint research program with Poland and Germany. He served three years as President of the American Wire Producers Association (AWPA), Chairman of the Wire Rope Technical Board, and Chairman of the Domestic Wire Rope Manufacturers Committee – as well as multiple other national industry boards and advisory committees.After retiring from WRCA in 2002, Bud agreed to look (as a consultant) at the struggling non-profit Samaritan Counseling Center and found his second career. He eventually became Executive Director of The Center – leading The Center to be the St. Joseph Community’s premier provider of outpatient mental health services as the mental health safety net for people needing financial assistance or on Medicaid. He continued in that position for almost 15 years. During that time, he also Chaired a $9 million Federally funded, 6-year project to design and implement a new system of care for Severely Emotionally Disturbed Children.Bud was engaged in leadership roles of multiple St. Joseph civic organizations. These included: President and Chairman of Finance Committee of YMCA (including leading the planning and fund-raising for the new YMCA facility in the 1980’s), President of St. Joseph Symphony Board, VP of St. Joseph Arts Council, Member of the Missouri State Council on the Arts, Founding Member and Board Chair for Heartland Health System’s Community Health Plan HMO, Member of the St. Joseph Sports Board, President of St. Joseph Kiwanis Club, President of St. Joseph Country Club, Founding Member and Board Chair of St. Joseph School District Foundation, St. Joseph Area United Way Campaign Chair and Advisory Board Member, Board Member and Finance Committee Chair for Interfaith Community Services, Buchanan County Tourism Board Member, and served as a St. Joseph City Councilman.He was a lifelong member of Wyatt Park Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). He served the Church as Board Moderator, Elder, Sunday School Teacher, Trustee, long-time Treasurer/Finance Chair, and trumpet player in the Praise Team. He was honored as a WPCC Life Service Member.Bud and Margaret were true KU Jayhawk fans, holding football and basketball season tickets for decades, as well as being Kansas Alumni Association Life Members. He was Chairman of the University of Kansas Mechanical Engineering Advisory Board for 32 years and was also a Member of the University of Kansas Greater University Fund Advisory Board.Bud loved playing the trumpet – starting in high school with a dance band called the Rhythm Rockers. He was in the KU Marching Band. In addition to the WPCC Praise Team, he played in the St. Joseph Kicks Band, the Don Haggee Jazz Quartet, and continued playing with the Rhythm Rockers for over fifty years. He also enjoyed playing golf and racquetball – and was very competitive in both sports.Charlie/Bud received many business-related and civic honors and awards. Some highlights include: Fred J. Hoffman Award for Outstanding and Dedicated Leadership to the YMCA (1988), University of Kansas Mechanical Engineering Distinguished Alumni Award (2003), St. Joseph Rotary Club Award of Excellence (2007), University of Kansas School of Engineering and Advisory Board Distinguished Engineering Service Award (2008), St. Joseph Family YMCA Lifetime Achievement Award (2010), Extraordinary Lifetime Achievement Mayor’s Award for the Arts by the Allied Arts Council (2013), Central High School Enright Academic Hall of Fame Inductee (2016), and the InterServ David G. Berger Community Service Award (2017).Farewell Services and Public Livestream 1:00 PM, Friday May 26 at Wyatt Park Christian Church. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. 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Charles "Bud" Salanski 1935 - 2023

Judy Bailey McIntire, 76, passed away on February 7, 2023 in Mesa, Arizona.

Judy was born in Moline, Illinois in 1946 to John and Lucille Lauger Bailey. Her family was proud of its Scandinavian heritage and the tight-knit community that supported each other there.

She graduated from Moline High School in 1964 and attended the University of Kansas, where she met Mason McIntire in her junior year. A fellow student in the Business Administration department, she and Mason began dating and he proposed a year later.

They were married in 1968 after she graduated with her Bachelors Degree in Personnel Administration from KU, and lived in several locations during the early years of Mason’s army training, including Kansas City, San Antonio and Los Angeles.

They started a family and moved to Mound City when Mason took over McIntire Lumber, and raised their daughters, Heidi and Jill, in Mound City. Judy spent a decade as a stay-at-home mom before she returned to the work force as a grant writer for Northwest Health Services. She later became the Human Resources director, and spent the majority of her rewarding career recruiting physicians and managing personnel for Northwest Health.

Judy loved her United Methodist Church family, attended faithfully, and served in a variety of volunteer capacities. She was active in many social organizations, including Gamma Phi Beta at KU, Beta Sigma Phi and Tuesday Club in Mound City.

She loved older homes, and she and Mason bought The Glenn House across the street after the girls left for college. They restored and renovated it, and were caretakers of the historic building for nearly 30 years.&nbsp; She loved her neighbors on Mill Street and enjoyed morning coffee and evening potlucks for years.

Judy and Mason played co-ed volleyball in the ‘80’s when Mound City started an indoor league. They may not have celebrated many championships, but they celebrated each other’s birthdays together for decades, calling themselves “The Birthday Club.”

Judy was generous with her time and resources, a savvy businesswoman, and unapologetic of her political views on democracy. She attended a stockholder’s meeting for Casey’s general store out of state, and suggested they build in Mound City, which they later did.

Judy was a volunteer with Meals on Wheels, and could often be found volunteering to pick grapes at the vineyards in Mound City. She loved her six grandchildren in Texas and Colorado and enjoyed visiting them and keeping up with their various activities.

Judy was an adventurous traveler, and has been to Africa, Australia, most of Western Europe and the United Kingdom, Hawaii, Alaska, Brazil, the Panama Canal and Mexico to name a few. Her favorite vacation was to Minnesota every year, where she vacationed as a child and took her family as an adult. She and Mason began wintering in retirement in Mesa, Arizona, where they quickly bonded with other happy active retirees.

Judy processed each bit of grim medical news she was given, remaining dry-eyed and without a fuss. She simply went about dying as she went about living: zero drama, a positive outlook, and a no-nonsense attitude. She exhausted all methods of treatment, while tying up her loose ends and seeking the sunshine of Arizona in her final days.

She and Dave Peterson of Anoka, Minnesota, met on the tennis courts of Carriage Manor in Arizona, the winter after they had both lost their spouses. They enjoyed spending time introducing each other to their neighbors, friends and families. Judy collected friends like precious jewels and made a point to always send a Christmas card every year and to reach out to distant family when traveling.

She wanted to be remembered for her ability to be joyful and that happiness is a choice. She also wanted to be remembered that she was always willing to make a chicken casserole to take to the church for potluck Sunday. She felt that everyone has the ability to choose joy and overcome adversity.

She felt strongly about her faith and she always said she knew where she would be going. Judy’s life lessons: Be practical. Be thrifty. Be generous. We would like to think that she is enjoying a glass of Merlot on an eternal porch swing, with her grape lights lit, and catching up with friends and family.

Judy is survived by daughters, Heidi (Paul) Shaver of Colleyville, Texas and Jill (Nathan) Green of Highlands Ranch, Colorado; six grandchildren, Logan, Landon and Lauren Shaver and Sam, Will and Miles Green; and stepsister, Kaydee Johnson of LeClaire, Iowa. She was preceded in death by her husband, Mason McIntire in 2019 and her parents, John and Lucille Bailey.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 27, 2023 at 11:00 am at the Chamberlain Funeral Home in Mound City, MO, with family greeting friends beginning at 10:00 am. A private family inurnment will be held at Mount Hope Cemetery.

Judy Bailey McIntire, 76, passed away on February 7, 2023 in Mesa, Arizona.Judy was born in Moline, Illinois in 1946 to John and Lucille Lauger Bailey. Her family was proud of its Scandinavian heritage and the tight-knit community that supported each other there.She graduated from Moline High School in 1964 and attended the University of Kansas, where she met Mason McIntire in her junior year. A fellow student in the Business Administration department, she and Mason began dating and he proposed a year later.They were married in 1968 after she graduated with her Bachelors Degree in Personnel Administration from KU, and lived in several locations during the early years of Mason’s army training, including Kansas City, San Antonio and Los Angeles.They started a family and moved to Mound City when Mason took over McIntire Lumber, and raised their daughters, Heidi and Jill, in Mound City. Judy spent a decade as a stay-at-home mom before she returned to the work force as a grant writer for Northwest Health Services. She later became the Human Resources director, and spent the majority of her rewarding career recruiting physicians and managing personnel for Northwest Health.Judy loved her United Methodist Church family, attended faithfully, and served in a variety of volunteer capacities. She was active in many social organizations, including Gamma Phi Beta at KU, Beta Sigma Phi and Tuesday Club in Mound City.She loved older homes, and she and Mason bought The Glenn House across the street after the girls left for college. They restored and renovated it, and were caretakers of the historic building for nearly 30 years.&nbsp; She loved her neighbors on Mill Street and enjoyed morning coffee and evening potlucks for years.Judy and Mason played co-ed volleyball in the ‘80’s when Mound City started an indoor league. They may not have celebrated many championships, but they celebrated each other’s birthdays together for decades, calling themselves “The Birthday Club.”Judy was generous with her time and resources, a savvy businesswoman, and unapologetic of her political views on democracy. She attended a stockholder’s meeting for Casey’s general store out of state, and suggested they build in Mound City, which they later did.Judy was a volunteer with Meals on Wheels, and could often be found volunteering to pick grapes at the vineyards in Mound City. She loved her six grandchildren in Texas and Colorado and enjoyed visiting them and keeping up with their various activities.Judy was an adventurous traveler, and has been to Africa, Australia, most of Western Europe and the United Kingdom, Hawaii, Alaska, Brazil, the Panama Canal and Mexico to name a few. Her favorite vacation was to Minnesota every year, where she vacationed as a child and took her family as an adult. She and Mason began wintering in retirement in Mesa, Arizona, where they quickly bonded with other happy active retirees.Judy processed each bit of grim medical news she was given, remaining dry-eyed and without a fuss. She simply went about dying as she went about living: zero drama, a positive outlook, and a no-nonsense attitude. She exhausted all methods of treatment, while tying up her loose ends and seeking the sunshine of Arizona in her final days.She and Dave Peterson of Anoka, Minnesota, met on the tennis courts of Carriage Manor in Arizona, the winter after they had both lost their spouses. They enjoyed spending time introducing each other to their neighbors, friends and families. Judy collected friends like precious jewels and made a point to always send a Christmas card every year and to reach out to distant family when traveling.She wanted to be remembered for her ability to be joyful and that happiness is a choice. She also wanted to be remembered that she was always willing to make a chicken casserole to take to the church for potluck Sunday. She felt that everyone has the ability to choose joy and overcome adversity.She felt strongly about her faith and she always said she knew where she would be going. Judy’s life lessons: Be practical. Be thrifty. Be generous. We would like to think that she is enjoying a glass of Merlot on an eternal porch swing, with her grape lights lit, and catching up with friends and family.Judy is survived by daughters, Heidi (Paul) Shaver of Colleyville, Texas and Jill (Nathan) Green of Highlands Ranch, Colorado; six grandchildren, Logan, Landon and Lauren Shaver and Sam, Will and Miles Green; and stepsister, Kaydee Johnson of LeClaire, Iowa. She was preceded in death by her husband, Mason McIntire in 2019 and her parents, John and Lucille Bailey.Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 27, 2023 at 11:00 am at the Chamberlain Funeral Home in Mound City, MO, with family greeting friends beginning at 10:00 am. A private family inurnment will be held at Mount Hope Cemetery.<figure>
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Judy B. McIntire 1946 - 2023

Bonnie Fay Goodlet, 97, of Dearborn, MO went to be with her Heavenly Father May 20, 2023, in St. Joseph, MO. She was born August 26, 1925, to John Water and Gladys Downing (Searcy) on a farm near Weston, MO. 

She married B.H. Goodlet, Jr. on June 28, 1941, at the United Methodist Church of Weston. After B.H. returned from 3 years in WW 2, they moved to a farm near Dearborn, MO and raised their 5 children. They were tobacco growers and Bonnie was an expert in helping in every area of the crop except cutting and housing. She was busy cooking bountiful meals for the helpers, especially noted for her chocolate and coconut pies and tenderloins. Bonnie had learned the important values of life at an early age and was the most caring person, always putting others first. She was a wonderful mother, grandmother, and friend. Her love for Jesus showed throughout her life. She loved cooking, gardening, going to church, playing with the grandchildren, and just being there for her big family. She hosted almost every holiday meal for the entire Goodlet family until she was unable to do so. 

She was a lifetime member of the Dearborn Baptist Church and taught the beginner Sunday School class for over 20 years. She spent her last 4 years in Gower Convalescent Center finishing her mission in life to be a witness for the Lord to all around her. She loved the activities, especially the spelling bees, bible study and bingo. Her famous saying was “I’ve had a wonderful life." She always told her children when there was a problem it would be all right. She was dearly loved and will greatly be missed. Her memories will live on forever.

 She was preceded in death by her husband B.H. in 2008, her parents; brothers Sam and Warren, and sister Edith Stickrod. 

She is survived by her children Mike and Marilyn Goodlet, Steve and Sheila Goodlet, Debbie and Bernard Chesnut, Barbara and Ralph Stubbs, and Dave and Rosie Goodlet; brother Harold Searcy; 14 grandchildren, 28 great grandchildren, extended families and many, many friends. 

A graveside funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, May 23, 2023, at the Dearborn Cemetery.

Bonnie Fay Goodlet, 97, of Dearborn, MO went to be with her Heavenly Father May 20, 2023, in St. Joseph, MO. She was born August 26, 1925, to John Water and Gladys Downing (Searcy) on a farm near Weston, MO. She married B.H. Goodlet, Jr. on June 28, 1941, at the United Methodist Church of Weston. After B.H. returned from 3 years in WW 2, they moved to a farm near Dearborn, MO and raised their 5 children. They were tobacco growers and Bonnie was an expert in helping in every area of the crop except cutting and housing. She was busy cooking bountiful meals for the helpers, especially noted for her chocolate and coconut pies and tenderloins. Bonnie had learned the important values of life at an early age and was the most caring person, always putting others first. She was a wonderful mother, grandmother, and friend. Her love for Jesus showed throughout her life. She loved cooking, gardening, going to church, playing with the grandchildren, and just being there for her big family. She hosted almost every holiday meal for the entire Goodlet family until she was unable to do so. She was a lifetime member of the Dearborn Baptist Church and taught the beginner Sunday School class for over 20 years. She spent her last 4 years in Gower Convalescent Center finishing her mission in life to be a witness for the Lord to all around her. She loved the activities, especially the spelling bees, bible study and bingo. Her famous saying was “I’ve had a wonderful life." She always told her children when there was a problem it would be all right. She was dearly loved and will greatly be missed. Her memories will live on forever. She was preceded in death by her husband B.H. in 2008, her parents; brothers Sam and Warren, and sister Edith Stickrod. She is survived by her children Mike and Marilyn Goodlet, Steve and Sheila Goodlet, Debbie and Bernard Chesnut, Barbara and Ralph Stubbs, and Dave and Rosie Goodlet; brother Harold Searcy; 14 grandchildren, 28 great grandchildren, extended families and many, many friends. A graveside funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, May 23, 2023, at the Dearborn Cemetery.<figure>
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Bonnie Fay Goodlet (Searcy) 1925 - 2023

Lawrence Kuhnert, Jr., 93, Atchison, Kansas, died Sunday, May 21, 2023, surrounded by his loving family.&nbsp;

Funeral services will be Friday, May 26, 2023, at 10:30 A.M. at Trinity Lutheran Church, with Pastor Marty Reed, officiating. Interment will follow in Sunset Memory Gardens. Visitation with the family will be Thursday, May 25th from 5:30 until 7:30 P.M. at the Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home. Memorial contributions are suggested to Trinity Lutheran School Grant Fund and may be left in care of the funeral home.&nbsp;

Junior was born October 4, 1929, the only child of Lawrence Theodore Kuhnert, Sr., and Wanda Ida (Klein) Kuhnert. He grew up north of Atchison in the Good Intent community having attended Independence Valley Grade School, Good Intent one room school and graduated from Atchison County Community High School in 1947.

On May 4, 1952, he and Mary Page were married at Trinity Lutheran Church in Atchison, Kansas. They were married over 71 years making a great life in Good Intent Community.&nbsp;

A lifelong member of Trinity Lutheran Church. He served as an usher and on the Finance committee for the church.&nbsp;

Junior was a farmer his entire life, not only just growing row crops but also raising livestock. In 1995, he was awarded the Kansas Association Award for Soil Conservation. He understood the meaning of hard work but also knew that it took a community and was there for many of his friends over the years to lend a hand. Work didn’t define his life, he enjoyed bowling in various leagues over the years, going on trips to the casino, be it an afternoon outing or even a bus trip to Iowa. He had many talents and one was understanding the art of the deal, he wouldn’t hesitate to negotiate a price down to get a better deal. Junior served on the Good Intent School Board and the Atchison County Livestock Board. He was one of the founding members of the Shannon Volunteer Fire Department and served for 40 years. Junior could be seen most every morning going for his “tour” of the neighborhood. His red truck or Ranger were a staple of the Good Intent roads often going at slower speeds and typically stopped in the road visiting with a friend. Above all he loved his family, grandkids were great but great grandchildren were his world, to see him light up when they would come for a visit was priceless, and every visit would end with a “now come back and see me!”

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife of 71 years, Mary Kuhnert, four daughters, Cathy (Alan) Higley, Cummings, KS, Patty Field, Atchison, KS, Diane Kautz, Atchison, KS, Carol (James) Hale, eight grandchildren, Candice (Ed) Jenkins, DeKalb, MO, Tara (Charlie) Wilburn, Omaha, NE, Stacey (Craig) Handke, Atchison, KS, Jeff (Tiffany) Hale, Atchison, KS, Gus (Ashley) Kautz, Atchison, KS, Amy Hale, Atchison, KS, Travis (Kelsey) Higley, Cummings, KS, Kelly (Andrew) Peuker, Atchison, KS, twenty two great grandchildren and four step great grandchildren.&nbsp;

Those who have gone before him include his parents, a son-in-law, Lynn Field and a grandson, Curtis Wade Field.

Lawrence Kuhnert, Jr., 93, Atchison, Kansas, died Sunday, May 21, 2023, surrounded by his loving family.&nbsp;Funeral services will be Friday, May 26, 2023, at 10:30 A.M. at Trinity Lutheran Church, with Pastor Marty Reed, officiating. Interment will follow in Sunset Memory Gardens. Visitation with the family will be Thursday, May 25th from 5:30 until 7:30 P.M. at the Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home. Memorial contributions are suggested to Trinity Lutheran School Grant Fund and may be left in care of the funeral home.&nbsp;Junior was born October 4, 1929, the only child of Lawrence Theodore Kuhnert, Sr., and Wanda Ida (Klein) Kuhnert. He grew up north of Atchison in the Good Intent community having attended Independence Valley Grade School, Good Intent one room school and graduated from Atchison County Community High School in 1947.On May 4, 1952, he and Mary Page were married at Trinity Lutheran Church in Atchison, Kansas. They were married over 71 years making a great life in Good Intent Community.&nbsp;A lifelong member of Trinity Lutheran Church. He served as an usher and on the Finance committee for the church.&nbsp;Junior was a farmer his entire life, not only just growing row crops but also raising livestock. In 1995, he was awarded the Kansas Association Award for Soil Conservation. He understood the meaning of hard work but also knew that it took a community and was there for many of his friends over the years to lend a hand. Work didn’t define his life, he enjoyed bowling in various leagues over the years, going on trips to the casino, be it an afternoon outing or even a bus trip to Iowa. He had many talents and one was understanding the art of the deal, he wouldn’t hesitate to negotiate a price down to get a better deal. Junior served on the Good Intent School Board and the Atchison County Livestock Board. He was one of the founding members of the Shannon Volunteer Fire Department and served for 40 years. Junior could be seen most every morning going for his “tour” of the neighborhood. His red truck or Ranger were a staple of the Good Intent roads often going at slower speeds and typically stopped in the road visiting with a friend. Above all he loved his family, grandkids were great but great grandchildren were his world, to see him light up when they would come for a visit was priceless, and every visit would end with a “now come back and see me!”Those left to cherish his memory are his wife of 71 years, Mary Kuhnert, four daughters, Cathy (Alan) Higley, Cummings, KS, Patty Field, Atchison, KS, Diane Kautz, Atchison, KS, Carol (James) Hale, eight grandchildren, Candice (Ed) Jenkins, DeKalb, MO, Tara (Charlie) Wilburn, Omaha, NE, Stacey (Craig) Handke, Atchison, KS, Jeff (Tiffany) Hale, Atchison, KS, Gus (Ashley) Kautz, Atchison, KS, Amy Hale, Atchison, KS, Travis (Kelsey) Higley, Cummings, KS, Kelly (Andrew) Peuker, Atchison, KS, twenty two great grandchildren and four step great grandchildren.&nbsp;Those who have gone before him include his parents, a son-in-law, Lynn Field and a grandson, Curtis Wade Field.<figure>
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Lawrence "Junior" T. Kuhnert, Jr. 1929 - 2023

Brenda June (Noble) Keener went to be with her Lord and Savior on May 18, 2023. She passed away at home, surrounded by her loved ones.&nbsp; She was born prematurely to Charles E. and Marjorie J. (Williams) Noble, July 26, 1954 at Sister’s Hospital in St. Joseph, Missouri.

From her first breath, she lived her life with perseverance and determination. On August 25, 1973, she married the love of her life, Michael W. Keener. They were looking forward to celebrating 50 years of marriage. They were blessed with three children; Jeré Keener, Jeremy (Alicia) Keener, and Joy (Torey) Blackman.

Brenda was preceded in death by: her parents; Mother and Father-in-Law, Maxine and Clayton Keener; brothers, Larry and Jim Noble; sisters: Ella Wood, Jeanie Griess, and Marilyn Putnam; and sister-in-law, Connie Roach.

She is survived by her beloved husband; her children; her grandchildren: Myles (Hannah), Shea and Kelsey Keener, and Zayne and Micah McKay; aunt and uncle, Beverly and Larry Colvin; several nieces, nephews, and cousins; her best friends, Ginny Hurst and Helen Beedle, Pastor Greg and Connie McCurley; and Jojo, her dog baby.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at later date, at Harvest Baptist Church, 14446 State Hwy E, Savannah, MO 64485 with Dr. Torey R. Blackman officiating.

Brenda June (Noble) Keener went to be with her Lord and Savior on May 18, 2023. She passed away at home, surrounded by her loved ones.&nbsp; She was born prematurely to Charles E. and Marjorie J. (Williams) Noble, July 26, 1954 at Sister’s Hospital in St. Joseph, Missouri. From her first breath, she lived her life with perseverance and determination. On August 25, 1973, she married the love of her life, Michael W. Keener. They were looking forward to celebrating 50 years of marriage. They were blessed with three children; Jeré Keener, Jeremy (Alicia) Keener, and Joy (Torey) Blackman. Brenda was preceded in death by: her parents; Mother and Father-in-Law, Maxine and Clayton Keener; brothers, Larry and Jim Noble; sisters: Ella Wood, Jeanie Griess, and Marilyn Putnam; and sister-in-law, Connie Roach. She is survived by her beloved husband; her children; her grandchildren: Myles (Hannah), Shea and Kelsey Keener, and Zayne and Micah McKay; aunt and uncle, Beverly and Larry Colvin; several nieces, nephews, and cousins; her best friends, Ginny Hurst and Helen Beedle, Pastor Greg and Connie McCurley; and Jojo, her dog baby. A Celebration of Life service will be held at later date, at Harvest Baptist Church, 14446 State Hwy E, Savannah, MO 64485 with Dr. Torey R. Blackman officiating.<figure>
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Brenda June Keener 1954 - 2023

Vicky Morrison, 69, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, May 20, 2023.

Vicky Morrison, 69, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, May 20, 2023.She was born January 9, 1954, to Harold Glenn and Sylvia Lucille (Herring) Gillenwater.Vicky worked for Stetson Hats for several years where she helped with the production of cowboy hats for popular musicians.She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother, Bobby Joe Gillenwater, and her son, Shane Eugene Hensley.Survivors include her sisters, Carolyn Herring and Diana Lane, aunt, Loretta Couch, grandsons, Izaac Hensley and Quincey Hensley,&nbsp;and numerous cousins.Services pending under the direction of Simplify Cremations &amp; Funerals.<figure>
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