Jackie A. Milbourn, 73, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, October 17, 2025.

She was born January 20, 1952 to Jessie “Alvin” and Elvie Katherine (Mitchell) Henry in Kansas City, Missouri.

Jackie's shared 39 years with her husband, Warren Lee Milbourn. The loving couple united in matrimony on October 12, 1970, supporting and cherishing each other until Warren preceded her in death on July 3, 2009.

Jackie dedicated 28 years of her life to her role at Walmart before retiring.

Jackie took great joy in volunteering at the local genealogy library and visiting with family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents and husband; son, Warren Scott Milbourn; sisters, Cheryl Christine Swink and Patty Jean Roberts.

Survivors include her daughter, Angeline Milbourn Tucker (Carmin); grandchildren, Cassandra Tucker Glasgow (James) and Collin Tucker; sister, Barbara Jo Miller; several nieces and nephews.

Jackie A. Milbourn, 73, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, October 17, 2025.She was born January 20, 1952 to Jessie “Alvin” and Elvie Katherine (Mitchell) Henry in Kansas City, Missouri.Jackie's shared 39 years with her husband, Warren Lee Milbourn. The loving couple united in matrimony on October 12, 1970, supporting and cherishing each other until Warren preceded her in death on July 3, 2009.Jackie dedicated 28 years of her life to her role at Walmart before retiring.Jackie took great joy in volunteering at the local genealogy library and visiting with family and friends.She was preceded in death by her parents and husband; son, Warren Scott Milbourn; sisters, Cheryl Christine Swink and Patty Jean Roberts.Survivors include her daughter, Angeline Milbourn Tucker (Carmin); grandchildren, Cassandra Tucker Glasgow (James) and Collin Tucker; sister, Barbara Jo Miller; several nieces and nephews.<figure>
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Jackie Milbourn January 20, 1952-October 17, 2025

Helen M. Inness, 76, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, October 17, 2025.

She was born October 16, 1949 to Gabriel and Jessie B. (Sherwood) Inness in Peekskill, New York.

She worked 8 years as a Certified Nursing Assistant at Saxton's Riverside Care Center in St. Joseph, Missouri.

Helen found joy in the intricate pieces of puzzles, the challenge they presented a welcome and enjoyable pastime that she would often complete with patience. Crafting held a special place in her heart, and her creative talents shone brightly through her handmade Christmas crafts. An avid admirer of John Wayne, she could often be found recounting his classic films. Yellow roses were Helen's favorite, representing friendship and care that she so readily extended to everyone around her.

As a member of the Presbyterian faith, Helen lived a life of service, guided by her spirituality.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Clarence, Lorenzo, John and Gabe Inness; sisters, Elizabeth Bouton and Jane Hubbard.

Survivors include her children, Jamieray Hutchins (Beth Garrison) and Jessie Walker (Victor Holman); grandchildren, Ernie Rhodes and Lily Garrison; bonus sons, Alex Boller and William Wood; siblings, Jessie Plimpton (Oliver), James Inness (Debbie) and Marian Nelson; numerous nieces and nephews.

The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Thursday, October 23, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Inurnment Memorial Park Mausoleum at a later date.

Helen M. Inness, 76, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, October 17, 2025.She was born October 16, 1949 to Gabriel and Jessie B. (Sherwood) Inness in Peekskill, New York.She worked 8 years as a Certified Nursing Assistant at Saxton's Riverside Care Center in St. Joseph, Missouri.Helen found joy in the intricate pieces of puzzles, the challenge they presented a welcome and enjoyable pastime that she would often complete with patience. Crafting held a special place in her heart, and her creative talents shone brightly through her handmade Christmas crafts. An avid admirer of John Wayne, she could often be found recounting his classic films. Yellow roses were Helen's favorite, representing friendship and care that she so readily extended to everyone around her.As a member of the Presbyterian faith, Helen lived a life of service, guided by her spirituality.She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Clarence, Lorenzo, John and Gabe Inness; sisters, Elizabeth Bouton and Jane Hubbard.Survivors include her children, Jamieray Hutchins (Beth Garrison) and Jessie Walker (Victor Holman); grandchildren, Ernie Rhodes and Lily Garrison; bonus sons, Alex Boller and William Wood; siblings, Jessie Plimpton (Oliver), James Inness (Debbie) and Marian Nelson; numerous nieces and nephews.The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Thursday, October 23, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Inurnment Memorial Park Mausoleum at a later date.<figure>
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Helen Inness October 16, 1949-October 17, 2025

Jackie Lee Sedgwick, passed away at home on October 15, 2025. He was born in Carrolton, MO on April 30, 1940 to Alice (Johnson) and Willis Sedgwick, who preceded him in death. After graduating from high school he enlisted in the Army in 1958, serving until he was honorably discharged in 1964. His tours of duty included the Panama Canal Zone. Most of his working life was spent doing construction and painting, and he was an expert woodworker.

He is survived by his wife Judith (Sapp) Sedgwick, whom he married on August 18, 1988. He is also survived by his children; Tom, Jackie Jr, Phillip, Jeff, Cindy and Chris; as well as his step children Victor Kaiser, Cindy Dale, Kim Bracken, Robert Kaiser, and Kay McDonald; as well as numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. He is also survived by a brother, Wayne Sedgwick.

He will be remembered as a loving, devoted husband and father, never turning down a request to help with a project no matter how large or small. Ask, and he would show up with his tools ready to help - and teach.

He will be missed. Graveside services will be held Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 11:00 am at the Platte City Memorial Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his honor to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements by: Rollins Funeral Home-Platte City, MO-816-858-2129&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jackie Lee Sedgwick, passed away at home on October 15, 2025. He was born in Carrolton, MO on April 30, 1940 to Alice (Johnson) and Willis Sedgwick, who preceded him in death. After graduating from high school he enlisted in the Army in 1958, serving until he was honorably discharged in 1964. His tours of duty included the Panama Canal Zone. Most of his working life was spent doing construction and painting, and he was an expert woodworker.He is survived by his wife Judith (Sapp) Sedgwick, whom he married on August 18, 1988. He is also survived by his children; Tom, Jackie Jr, Phillip, Jeff, Cindy and Chris; as well as his step children Victor Kaiser, Cindy Dale, Kim Bracken, Robert Kaiser, and Kay McDonald; as well as numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. He is also survived by a brother, Wayne Sedgwick.He will be remembered as a loving, devoted husband and father, never turning down a request to help with a project no matter how large or small. Ask, and he would show up with his tools ready to help - and teach.He will be missed. Graveside services will be held Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 11:00 am at the Platte City Memorial Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his honor to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements by: Rollins Funeral Home-Platte City, MO-816-858-2129&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Jackie Sedgwick Sr. April 30, 1940-October 15, 2025

On October 13th, 2025, James Allen Nelson, known by most everyone as Jim, “went West” at the age of 88.

Jim was born to Norman and Lucille (Ruud) Nelson during a blizzard in Dawson, Minnesota on March 24th, 1937. He attended Dawson High School, where he played baseball, basketball and football before graduating in 1955. He went on to attend the University of Minnesota and Augsburg University in Minneapolis, graduating in 1959 with a bachelor’s degree in Mathematics and a minor in Physics.

While still in school at the age of 13, he enlisted in the Minnesota Army National Guard, before being discharged when the unit was activated and sent to Korea in 1951. Having not learned his lesson, he re-enlisted in the Minnesota National Guard in 1952. While attending Officer Candidate School, he was required to provide a birth certificate, at which time the Army realized he had joined before the legal age of 16 once again, so they changed his enlistment date to 1953, the year he would have legally been able to enlist. After being commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in 1960, Jim was assigned as an Artillery Officer and it was during this time that he decided being an observation pilot was “a lot safer” than being on the ground after noticing that they weren’t being bitten by mosquitos like he was. After completing flight school, he went on to serve flying an assortment of fixed wing aircraft and helicopters before retiring at the rank of Captain in 1975 from the Kansas Army National Guard.

After graduating college, Jim married Ruth Hill on August 9th, 1959 and took a job as a high school teacher in Clara City, Minnesota teaching math and physics while coaching baseball, basketball and football. In 1962, he got a job with TWA and moved to Overland Park, Kansas soon after. He spent 35 years with TWA, flying numerous aircraft including the Lockheed Constellation, DC-9, Lockheed 1011 and Boeing 747, accumulating a total of 35,000 flight hours between the National Guard and TWA before retiring at age 60 in 1997 as a 747 Captain. He enjoyed traveling while he was flying, some of his favorites being takeoffs from Honolulu, as he always said that the sunset on the water was beautiful and visiting the pyramids in Egypt while on layover in Cairo.

In 1973, he and his family moved to the farm in Smithville, Missouri, where he stayed the remainder of his life. Jim enjoyed hunting, fishing, watching the Kansas City Chiefs play (and win all four of their Super Bowls) and playing bridge with his friends on Thursday nights. He was an active member of the community, being a part of the Kiwanis and the Smithville American Legion, often seen volunteering at events such as the Kiwanis Fishing Derby and the American Legion’s Honor Guard.

Jim is survived by his wife of 66 years, Ruth, brother Ron and sister Judy (Martens), two children Brian and Elizabeth (Suhr), four grandchildren Caleb, JoHanna, Caroline and Johannes, a great-grandson James (Jimmy) and countless relatives and friends.

He was a kind and caring person, almost always seen with a smile on his face. He will be greatly missed, leaving behind a legacy that will impact lives for generations to come.

Celebration of Life: 4:00 p.m. Thursday, October 23rd at the Smithville American Legion with visitation one hour prior.

On October 13th, 2025, James Allen Nelson, known by most everyone as Jim, “went West” at the age of 88.Jim was born to Norman and Lucille (Ruud) Nelson during a blizzard in Dawson, Minnesota on March 24th, 1937. He attended Dawson High School, where he played baseball, basketball and football before graduating in 1955. He went on to attend the University of Minnesota and Augsburg University in Minneapolis, graduating in 1959 with a bachelor’s degree in Mathematics and a minor in Physics.While still in school at the age of 13, he enlisted in the Minnesota Army National Guard, before being discharged when the unit was activated and sent to Korea in 1951. Having not learned his lesson, he re-enlisted in the Minnesota National Guard in 1952. While attending Officer Candidate School, he was required to provide a birth certificate, at which time the Army realized he had joined before the legal age of 16 once again, so they changed his enlistment date to 1953, the year he would have legally been able to enlist. After being commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in 1960, Jim was assigned as an Artillery Officer and it was during this time that he decided being an observation pilot was “a lot safer” than being on the ground after noticing that they weren’t being bitten by mosquitos like he was. After completing flight school, he went on to serve flying an assortment of fixed wing aircraft and helicopters before retiring at the rank of Captain in 1975 from the Kansas Army National Guard.After graduating college, Jim married Ruth Hill on August 9th, 1959 and took a job as a high school teacher in Clara City, Minnesota teaching math and physics while coaching baseball, basketball and football. In 1962, he got a job with TWA and moved to Overland Park, Kansas soon after. He spent 35 years with TWA, flying numerous aircraft including the Lockheed Constellation, DC-9, Lockheed 1011 and Boeing 747, accumulating a total of 35,000 flight hours between the National Guard and TWA before retiring at age 60 in 1997 as a 747 Captain. He enjoyed traveling while he was flying, some of his favorites being takeoffs from Honolulu, as he always said that the sunset on the water was beautiful and visiting the pyramids in Egypt while on layover in Cairo.In 1973, he and his family moved to the farm in Smithville, Missouri, where he stayed the remainder of his life. Jim enjoyed hunting, fishing, watching the Kansas City Chiefs play (and win all four of their Super Bowls) and playing bridge with his friends on Thursday nights. He was an active member of the community, being a part of the Kiwanis and the Smithville American Legion, often seen volunteering at events such as the Kiwanis Fishing Derby and the American Legion’s Honor Guard.Jim is survived by his wife of 66 years, Ruth, brother Ron and sister Judy (Martens), two children Brian and Elizabeth (Suhr), four grandchildren Caleb, JoHanna, Caroline and Johannes, a great-grandson James (Jimmy) and countless relatives and friends.He was a kind and caring person, almost always seen with a smile on his face. He will be greatly missed, leaving behind a legacy that will impact lives for generations to come.Celebration of Life: 4:00 p.m. Thursday, October 23rd at the Smithville American Legion with visitation one hour prior.<figure>
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James Nelson March 24, 1937-October 13, 2025

Helen Marie Crabill, 97, of St. Joseph, passed away October 15, 2025. &nbsp;She was born October 20, 1927 in Coffey, Missouri to Clayton Dee Brown and Gertrude Mae Brown (Parmley). &nbsp;She was the youngest of four children.

She grew up during the Great Depression and spent her childhood in Odessa Missouri before the Brown family settled in Gallatin Missouri. Under the guidance of their parents, the siblings grew to be gifted raconteurs and shared many delightful stories of their adolescence.

Helen graduated from Gallatin High School in 1945. &nbsp;Besides working in the family restaurant with her sisters, she was employed in the local Newspaper office. Helen &nbsp;was a member of Wyatt Park Baptist Church,

Helen married Guy Stanley Crabill II on December 9, 1949. &nbsp;

Survivors are two sons, Guy S. Crabill III, Mark K. Crabill (Sandra); three grandchildren Wyatt Crabill (Debbie) , Melissa Bratton (Scott), Michelle Toelle (Anthony); five great-grandchildren, Devin Butzin, Trevor Crabill, Keely Peterson, Kylee Peterson, Olivia Bratton; other relatives and friends.

Preceding her in death were her parents; granddaughter Ashley Duncan; &nbsp;sisters Dixie Dee Olsen, Mickie Lee Cox ; and brother Doolin Parmley Brown

Memorial contributions would be appreciated to Open Door Food Kitchen.

Services will be on Helen's 98th Birthday, Monday, October 20, 2025 at 1:00 PM at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel. &nbsp;Interment will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. &nbsp;Visitation will begin at 12:00 Noon, Monday, preceding the funeral service at the funeral home.

Helen Marie Crabill, 97, of St. Joseph, passed away October 15, 2025. &nbsp;She was born October 20, 1927 in Coffey, Missouri to Clayton Dee Brown and Gertrude Mae Brown (Parmley). &nbsp;She was the youngest of four children.She grew up during the Great Depression and spent her childhood in Odessa Missouri before the Brown family settled in Gallatin Missouri. Under the guidance of their parents, the siblings grew to be gifted raconteurs and shared many delightful stories of their adolescence.Helen graduated from Gallatin High School in 1945. &nbsp;Besides working in the family restaurant with her sisters, she was employed in the local Newspaper office. Helen &nbsp;was a member of Wyatt Park Baptist Church,Helen married Guy Stanley Crabill II on December 9, 1949. &nbsp;Survivors are two sons, Guy S. Crabill III, Mark K. Crabill (Sandra); three grandchildren Wyatt Crabill (Debbie) , Melissa Bratton (Scott), Michelle Toelle (Anthony); five great-grandchildren, Devin Butzin, Trevor Crabill, Keely Peterson, Kylee Peterson, Olivia Bratton; other relatives and friends.Preceding her in death were her parents; granddaughter Ashley Duncan; &nbsp;sisters Dixie Dee Olsen, Mickie Lee Cox ; and brother Doolin Parmley BrownMemorial contributions would be appreciated to Open Door Food Kitchen.Services will be on Helen's 98th Birthday, Monday, October 20, 2025 at 1:00 PM at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel. &nbsp;Interment will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. &nbsp;Visitation will begin at 12:00 Noon, Monday, preceding the funeral service at the funeral home.<figure>
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Helen Crabill October 20, 1927-October 15, 2025

Glenn Robert “Bob” Ross, 85, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, October 15, 2025.

He was born January 21, 1940 in St. Joseph to Thomas and Mildred (Breeden) Ross. He was a proud graduate of Lafayette High School, where later he was presented with the Alumni of the Year Award. He went on to attend St. Joseph Junior College, where he began his collegiate track career, then earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Education and Industrial Arts from Northwest Missouri State University, where he also ran track.

On May 26, 1967, Bob married Marla Joyce Voorhes, the beginning of a 58-year adventure full of love, sports, and family.

Bob began teaching industrial arts and coaching at Central and then Benton High Schools, while proudly serving his country in the Missouri Air National Guard. He left the teaching profession and went to Arizona to work for Hillyard Company refinishing gym floors. In 1973, he and Marla moved back to St. Joseph, as he went active duty in the U.S. Air Force as a recruiter for the 139th Airlift Wing in St. Joseph. After retirement from the military after 27 years, he returned to the SJSD to teach industrial arts at Benton. Bob had always owned a lawn service, which included voluntarily mowing the area around the Pony Express statue downtown and helping in upkeep of Mount Mora Cemetery. These efforts enriched his love of history, especially from the Civil War-era.

Bob also gave back to his community as a member of the Moila Shrine Temple, Masonic Lodge A.F. &amp; A.M. of Missouri, the National Rifle Association, and serving on the boards of the American Red Cross, where he won the Clara Barton Award, the Patee House Museum, and the Second Harvest Community Food Bank. One of his proudest civic achievements was carrying the 1996 Olympic torch on the torch run through St. Joseph.

Sports also were an integral part of Bob’s life. He loved attending his grandchildren’s sporting events and dance recitals and due to his lifelong friendship with Bill Snyder, he and his wife were honorary members of the K-State Alumni group and made frequent trips to Manhattan to cheer on the Wildcats.

Bob’s outgoing personality and love of adventure also included trips to Branson and Disney World, which was his “favorite place in the world.”

Bob leaves a legacy for his family and friends of achievement, service to country and community, and most of all, what it takes to be a loving husband, father and grandfather.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and parents-in-law, Leo Voorhes and Helen and Dale Jarvis.

Survivors include his wife, Marla; children, Melanie Rose and Kyle Ross (Becky); grandchildren, Dallas Ross, Tommy Ross, Brandon Rose, McKenna Stafford (Jake), Tori Pope (Colten), Tara Knipp (Tyler), and Bryson Rose; great-grandchildren, Myles, Tatum and Theo; brothers- and sisters-in-law, Kitty and Stan Weston, and David and Gloria Voorhes.

Farewell Services and Public Livestream 10:00 A.M. Monday, October 20, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. The family will gather with friends 2:00 to 4:00 P.M. Sunday, October 19, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. The family suggests memorial contributions to the Patee House Museum.

Glenn Robert “Bob” Ross, 85, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, October 15, 2025.He was born January 21, 1940 in St. Joseph to Thomas and Mildred (Breeden) Ross. He was a proud graduate of Lafayette High School, where later he was presented with the Alumni of the Year Award. He went on to attend St. Joseph Junior College, where he began his collegiate track career, then earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Education and Industrial Arts from Northwest Missouri State University, where he also ran track.On May 26, 1967, Bob married Marla Joyce Voorhes, the beginning of a 58-year adventure full of love, sports, and family.Bob began teaching industrial arts and coaching at Central and then Benton High Schools, while proudly serving his country in the Missouri Air National Guard. He left the teaching profession and went to Arizona to work for Hillyard Company refinishing gym floors. In 1973, he and Marla moved back to St. Joseph, as he went active duty in the U.S. Air Force as a recruiter for the 139th Airlift Wing in St. Joseph. After retirement from the military after 27 years, he returned to the SJSD to teach industrial arts at Benton. Bob had always owned a lawn service, which included voluntarily mowing the area around the Pony Express statue downtown and helping in upkeep of Mount Mora Cemetery. These efforts enriched his love of history, especially from the Civil War-era.Bob also gave back to his community as a member of the Moila Shrine Temple, Masonic Lodge A.F. &amp; A.M. of Missouri, the National Rifle Association, and serving on the boards of the American Red Cross, where he won the Clara Barton Award, the Patee House Museum, and the Second Harvest Community Food Bank. One of his proudest civic achievements was carrying the 1996 Olympic torch on the torch run through St. Joseph.Sports also were an integral part of Bob’s life. He loved attending his grandchildren’s sporting events and dance recitals and due to his lifelong friendship with Bill Snyder, he and his wife were honorary members of the K-State Alumni group and made frequent trips to Manhattan to cheer on the Wildcats.Bob’s outgoing personality and love of adventure also included trips to Branson and Disney World, which was his “favorite place in the world.”Bob leaves a legacy for his family and friends of achievement, service to country and community, and most of all, what it takes to be a loving husband, father and grandfather.He was preceded in death by his parents; and parents-in-law, Leo Voorhes and Helen and Dale Jarvis.Survivors include his wife, Marla; children, Melanie Rose and Kyle Ross (Becky); grandchildren, Dallas Ross, Tommy Ross, Brandon Rose, McKenna Stafford (Jake), Tori Pope (Colten), Tara Knipp (Tyler), and Bryson Rose; great-grandchildren, Myles, Tatum and Theo; brothers- and sisters-in-law, Kitty and Stan Weston, and David and Gloria Voorhes.Farewell Services and Public Livestream 10:00 A.M. Monday, October 20, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. The family will gather with friends 2:00 to 4:00 P.M. Sunday, October 19, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. The family suggests memorial contributions to the Patee House Museum.<figure>
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Bob Ross January 21, 1940-October 15, 2025

Ingrid Louise Nelson, 91, St. Joseph, Missouri; passed away Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at Mosaic Life Care.

Ingrid was born on November 14, 1933 in Bad Oeynhausen, Germany to the late Wilhelm and Lena Kruger. &nbsp;She was a graduate of a high school in Bad Oeynhausen, Germany.

Ingrid met Dale Robert Nelson in Germany, while he was serving in the US Army. &nbsp;In 1955 she came to the United State on the SS Italia Ship and traveled to Creston, Iowa via train. &nbsp;She and Dale were married in Chicago, Illinois.

They made their home in Creston, Iowa where she had many jobs and on the family farm and operated the Green Valley Butcher Shop until 1995, when they moved to St. Joseph, Missouri.

Ingrid was a member of First Baptist Church, she was an avid cook and enjoyed social gatherings, traveling and shopping.&nbsp;

In addition to her parents, Ingrid was preceded in death by her husband Dale; brothers, Egon and Klaus; brothers-in-law, Dr. Oral Nelson, Everett Nelson, Dr. Kirpal Singh; sisterd-in-law, June and Violett Nelson.

Ingrid is survived by her sons, Terry Lee Nelson (Gun Evans) and Andreas Dale Nelson; granddaughter, Teki Laine Pierce; great-grandchildren, Draven, Izzy, Andreas, Jax, Nora, Asa and Everett.

Graveside Service and Interment 1:30 PM Thursday, October 23, 2025 at Leavenworth National Cemetery in Leavenworth, Kansas.&nbsp;

Ingrid Louise Nelson, 91, St. Joseph, Missouri; passed away Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at Mosaic Life Care.Ingrid was born on November 14, 1933 in Bad Oeynhausen, Germany to the late Wilhelm and Lena Kruger. &nbsp;She was a graduate of a high school in Bad Oeynhausen, Germany.Ingrid met Dale Robert Nelson in Germany, while he was serving in the US Army. &nbsp;In 1955 she came to the United State on the SS Italia Ship and traveled to Creston, Iowa via train. &nbsp;She and Dale were married in Chicago, Illinois.They made their home in Creston, Iowa where she had many jobs and on the family farm and operated the Green Valley Butcher Shop until 1995, when they moved to St. Joseph, Missouri.Ingrid was a member of First Baptist Church, she was an avid cook and enjoyed social gatherings, traveling and shopping.&nbsp;In addition to her parents, Ingrid was preceded in death by her husband Dale; brothers, Egon and Klaus; brothers-in-law, Dr. Oral Nelson, Everett Nelson, Dr. Kirpal Singh; sisterd-in-law, June and Violett Nelson.Ingrid is survived by her sons, Terry Lee Nelson (Gun Evans) and Andreas Dale Nelson; granddaughter, Teki Laine Pierce; great-grandchildren, Draven, Izzy, Andreas, Jax, Nora, Asa and Everett.Graveside Service and Interment 1:30 PM Thursday, October 23, 2025 at Leavenworth National Cemetery in Leavenworth, Kansas.&nbsp;<figure>
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Ingrid Nelson November 14, 1933-October 14, 2025

Dorothy Jeanne Katzman-Wheat, 92, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, October 14, 2025. Dorothy was born in Kansas City, Missouri to Joseph Katzman and Elsie (Shields) Katzman on November 23, 1932 and had two brothers Eddie Gosset and Robert Katzman, and two sisters, Becky (Fosberg) and Betty (Weller) which all preceded her in death.

She married Floyd A. Wheat, Jr. on September 2, 1951 in Independence, Missouri and he proceeded her in death on August 1, 2021 after almost 70 years of marriage. They had one son Mark Alan Wheat which preceded them in death and is survived by daughter and son-in-law Lori and Paul White and a total of 15 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren and 6 great-great grandchildren.

Dorothy graduated from Northeast High School in Kansas City, Missouri. She graduated from Graceland University in Lamoni, Iowa in 1951 where she met her husband Floyd A. Wheat, Jr. After marrying September 2, 1951 she moved from Independence, Missouri and made her home in St. Joseph, Missouri and they began building a new home in 1957.

Dorothy earned a Cosmetology license in 1965 and opened a beauty shop which Floyd later moved to their home and she continued to cut and style hair for family and friends for many years.

When Floyd started his own Tax and Accounting business Dorothy worked alongside him in the office.

Dorothy learned to knit from a church friend and continued enjoying that for most of her life and is known for knitting personalized Christmas stockings as baby shower gifts, for family and friends having knitted perhaps hundred or more and also knitted many sweaters, coats, dresses, Christmas tree skirts, etc. and as well as numerous other hand crafts.

She was ordained an Elder in January 1995 in the Community of Christ Church at the Abundant Life Center.

Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Inurnment Whispering Pines Cremation Garden of St. Joseph Memorial Park Cemetery.

Dorothy Jeanne Katzman-Wheat, 92, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, October 14, 2025. Dorothy was born in Kansas City, Missouri to Joseph Katzman and Elsie (Shields) Katzman on November 23, 1932 and had two brothers Eddie Gosset and Robert Katzman, and two sisters, Becky (Fosberg) and Betty (Weller) which all preceded her in death.She married Floyd A. Wheat, Jr. on September 2, 1951 in Independence, Missouri and he proceeded her in death on August 1, 2021 after almost 70 years of marriage. They had one son Mark Alan Wheat which preceded them in death and is survived by daughter and son-in-law Lori and Paul White and a total of 15 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren and 6 great-great grandchildren.Dorothy graduated from Northeast High School in Kansas City, Missouri. She graduated from Graceland University in Lamoni, Iowa in 1951 where she met her husband Floyd A. Wheat, Jr. After marrying September 2, 1951 she moved from Independence, Missouri and made her home in St. Joseph, Missouri and they began building a new home in 1957.Dorothy earned a Cosmetology license in 1965 and opened a beauty shop which Floyd later moved to their home and she continued to cut and style hair for family and friends for many years.When Floyd started his own Tax and Accounting business Dorothy worked alongside him in the office.Dorothy learned to knit from a church friend and continued enjoying that for most of her life and is known for knitting personalized Christmas stockings as baby shower gifts, for family and friends having knitted perhaps hundred or more and also knitted many sweaters, coats, dresses, Christmas tree skirts, etc. and as well as numerous other hand crafts.She was ordained an Elder in January 1995 in the Community of Christ Church at the Abundant Life Center.Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Inurnment Whispering Pines Cremation Garden of St. Joseph Memorial Park Cemetery.<figure>
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Dorothy Wheat November 23, 1932-October 14, 2025

Joyce (Power) Sherwood Mizenko, 69, of Shaker Heights, Ohio, formerly of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away peacefully in her home on Tuesday, October 14, 2025.

She was born April 3, 1956, in St. Joseph to Herbert and Dorothy (Phillippe) Power.

Joyce married L. William “Bill” Sherwood II on July 26, 1974. They shared 29 wonderful years of marriage until his passing. On February 20, 2004, she married John Joseph Martin Mizenko Jr., with whom she shared more than 20 years of love, laughter, travel, and companionship. He survives of the home.

Joyce was the CEO of Sherwood Promotions, a successful business she built and operated alongside Bill for most of her adult life. In retirement, Joyce found joy in many things — playing golf, traveling with John, and spending time with family — but her greatest happiness came from being “Grandma.” She adored her three grandchildren, Evelyn, Charlotte, and Henry. She also cherished the constant companionship of her sweet dog, JJ, who rarely left her side.

Joyce’s deep and abiding faith guided every part of her life. She loved the Lord Jesus with all her heart and is now rejoicing in His presence.

She was preceded in death by her first husband, Bill, and her parents.

Survivors include her children, Elizabeth Sherwood Watson (Ian) and Ryan Sherwood; grandchildren, Evelyn, Charlotte, and Henry Watson; siblings, Linda Randleman (Robert), Gary Power (Dianna), and Phyllis Rush (John); as well as extended family and dear friends who will miss her greatly.

Joyce’s life was one marked by devotion — to her faith, her family, and to serving others with kindness and grace. Though she will be deeply missed, her legacy of love will live on in all who knew her.

Services pending, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Mount Auburn Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions to Truth for Life, P.O. Box 398000, Cleveland, OH 44139.&nbsp;

Joyce (Power) Sherwood Mizenko, 69, of Shaker Heights, Ohio, formerly of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away peacefully in her home on Tuesday, October 14, 2025.She was born April 3, 1956, in St. Joseph to Herbert and Dorothy (Phillippe) Power.Joyce married L. William “Bill” Sherwood II on July 26, 1974. They shared 29 wonderful years of marriage until his passing. On February 20, 2004, she married John Joseph Martin Mizenko Jr., with whom she shared more than 20 years of love, laughter, travel, and companionship. He survives of the home.Joyce was the CEO of Sherwood Promotions, a successful business she built and operated alongside Bill for most of her adult life. In retirement, Joyce found joy in many things — playing golf, traveling with John, and spending time with family — but her greatest happiness came from being “Grandma.” She adored her three grandchildren, Evelyn, Charlotte, and Henry. She also cherished the constant companionship of her sweet dog, JJ, who rarely left her side.Joyce’s deep and abiding faith guided every part of her life. She loved the Lord Jesus with all her heart and is now rejoicing in His presence.She was preceded in death by her first husband, Bill, and her parents.Survivors include her children, Elizabeth Sherwood Watson (Ian) and Ryan Sherwood; grandchildren, Evelyn, Charlotte, and Henry Watson; siblings, Linda Randleman (Robert), Gary Power (Dianna), and Phyllis Rush (John); as well as extended family and dear friends who will miss her greatly.Joyce’s life was one marked by devotion — to her faith, her family, and to serving others with kindness and grace. Though she will be deeply missed, her legacy of love will live on in all who knew her.Services pending, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Mount Auburn Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions to Truth for Life, P.O. Box 398000, Cleveland, OH 44139.&nbsp;<figure>
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Joyce Mizenko April 3, 1956-October 14, 2025

David “Mike” Bohon, 74, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, October 13, 2025.

He was born February 10, 1951 to Clinton D., Sr. and Mary F. (Kelly) Bohon in Hannibal, Missouri.

After serving in the United States Army during the challenging days of the Vietnam War, Mike returned home to embrace a new chapter. It was through his role as a skilled welder at Altec that he not only shaped metals but also forged lasting friendships during his impressive 26 years with the company.

His love for hunting and fishing was only rivaled by the joy he found in carpentry and woodworking, crafting pieces that were as functional as they were beautiful.

Those who knew Mike will fondly recall his unmistakable love for pranking and joking around. His playful humor brought light and laughter into every gathering, creating memories that will continue to warm the hearts of his friends and family.

He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Ronnie Bohon, Mary Miller, Linda Terry and Danny Ray Bohon.

Survivors include his siblings, Marsha Jenkins and Clinton Daniel Bohon, Jr. (Melissa); stepdaughter, Danielle Grimmig; close friends, Dave Grable (Mel) and hunting buddy of 40 years, Ron Miller; numerous nieces, nephews, grandchildren, extended family and friends.

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

David “Mike” Bohon, 74, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, October 13, 2025.He was born February 10, 1951 to Clinton D., Sr. and Mary F. (Kelly) Bohon in Hannibal, Missouri.After serving in the United States Army during the challenging days of the Vietnam War, Mike returned home to embrace a new chapter. It was through his role as a skilled welder at Altec that he not only shaped metals but also forged lasting friendships during his impressive 26 years with the company.His love for hunting and fishing was only rivaled by the joy he found in carpentry and woodworking, crafting pieces that were as functional as they were beautiful.Those who knew Mike will fondly recall his unmistakable love for pranking and joking around. His playful humor brought light and laughter into every gathering, creating memories that will continue to warm the hearts of his friends and family.He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Ronnie Bohon, Mary Miller, Linda Terry and Danny Ray Bohon.Survivors include his siblings, Marsha Jenkins and Clinton Daniel Bohon, Jr. (Melissa); stepdaughter, Danielle Grimmig; close friends, Dave Grable (Mel) and hunting buddy of 40 years, Ron Miller; numerous nieces, nephews, grandchildren, extended family and friends.Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.<figure>
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David "Mike" Bohon February 10, 1951-October 13, 2025

William John “Bill” Thompson, 86, peacefully passed away at Amberwell Hiawatha on October 15, 2025. His life was a testament to the values of hard work, curiosity, and compassion.

Bill was born on February 24, 1939 in rural Woodlawn, Kansas, to Arthur “Bud” and Lois (McClain) Thompson. From an early age, he and his two brothers learned the importance of community and integrity. He attended a one-room Woodlawn school through 8th grade and then graduated from Sabetha High School in 1957. As a farm boy, he was active in 4-H and Future Farmers of America (FFA). In 1962, he married Julia Feek of Dawson, Nebraska; together, they built a family that included three children—Diana, David, and Steven.

Bill worked as a machinist for many years—first at Wilde Tool Company in Hiawatha and then at Wenger Manufacturing in Sabetha, where he retired in 2005. He also nurtured the simple but profound connection he had always had with the land by farming part-time in Brown and Nemaha Counties. Bill was a talented craftsman whose strong work ethic and attention to detail earned him the respect of all who knew him. His inquisitive nature and willingness to share his knowledge sparked a lifelong love of science and technology among his children and grandchildren.

Bill embodied the spirit of service and actively contributed to his community. From 1956 to 1964, he honorably served his country as a member of the Army National Guard. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Hiawatha for more than 60 years, having served as both a trustee and member of the Session. He had also been a member of the Woodlawn Cemetery Board as well as a member of the Board of Zoning Appeals in Hiawatha.&nbsp;

Those who knew and worked or served with Bill will remember him for his humility, kindness, and curiosity; his legacy will be carried on in the hearts of those who were fortunate enough to know him.&nbsp;

Bill was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Vaughn Thompson, and his brother and sister-in-law Darryl and Wilma Thompson. He is survived by his wife Julia of Hiawatha; their daughter Diana (Mark) Dean of Newburg, Missouri; their sons David (Lisa) Thompson of Hiawatha and Steven (Tammy) Thompson of Platte City, Missouri; six grandchildren: Levi (Desiree) Thompson, Haley Thompson, Marshall Dean, Marina (Brandon) Steger, Ryker Travis, and Luke Thompson; five great-grandchildren: Paxton Thompson, Brekken Thompson, Josiah Dean, Mallory Steger, and Markus Steger; sister-in-law Marjorie Thompson of Auburn, Kansas; four nephews; two nieces; and several other extended family members.&nbsp;

A celebration of life will be held at 11:00 am Monday, October 20, 2025 at the First Presbyterian Church in Hiawatha, with Pastor Cheryl Mishler officiating. Visitation will be held at the church at 10:00 am (one hour prior to the service). Burial will take place at the Woodlawn Cemetery at 2:15 pm that afternoon.&nbsp;

Friends may call at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, Hiawatha after 12 noon until 5 p.m. Sunday.

William John “Bill” Thompson, 86, peacefully passed away at Amberwell Hiawatha on October 15, 2025. His life was a testament to the values of hard work, curiosity, and compassion.Bill was born on February 24, 1939 in rural Woodlawn, Kansas, to Arthur “Bud” and Lois (McClain) Thompson. From an early age, he and his two brothers learned the importance of community and integrity. He attended a one-room Woodlawn school through 8th grade and then graduated from Sabetha High School in 1957. As a farm boy, he was active in 4-H and Future Farmers of America (FFA). In 1962, he married Julia Feek of Dawson, Nebraska; together, they built a family that included three children—Diana, David, and Steven.Bill worked as a machinist for many years—first at Wilde Tool Company in Hiawatha and then at Wenger Manufacturing in Sabetha, where he retired in 2005. He also nurtured the simple but profound connection he had always had with the land by farming part-time in Brown and Nemaha Counties. Bill was a talented craftsman whose strong work ethic and attention to detail earned him the respect of all who knew him. His inquisitive nature and willingness to share his knowledge sparked a lifelong love of science and technology among his children and grandchildren.Bill embodied the spirit of service and actively contributed to his community. From 1956 to 1964, he honorably served his country as a member of the Army National Guard. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Hiawatha for more than 60 years, having served as both a trustee and member of the Session. He had also been a member of the Woodlawn Cemetery Board as well as a member of the Board of Zoning Appeals in Hiawatha.&nbsp;Those who knew and worked or served with Bill will remember him for his humility, kindness, and curiosity; his legacy will be carried on in the hearts of those who were fortunate enough to know him.&nbsp;Bill was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Vaughn Thompson, and his brother and sister-in-law Darryl and Wilma Thompson. He is survived by his wife Julia of Hiawatha; their daughter Diana (Mark) Dean of Newburg, Missouri; their sons David (Lisa) Thompson of Hiawatha and Steven (Tammy) Thompson of Platte City, Missouri; six grandchildren: Levi (Desiree) Thompson, Haley Thompson, Marshall Dean, Marina (Brandon) Steger, Ryker Travis, and Luke Thompson; five great-grandchildren: Paxton Thompson, Brekken Thompson, Josiah Dean, Mallory Steger, and Markus Steger; sister-in-law Marjorie Thompson of Auburn, Kansas; four nephews; two nieces; and several other extended family members.&nbsp;A celebration of life will be held at 11:00 am Monday, October 20, 2025 at the First Presbyterian Church in Hiawatha, with Pastor Cheryl Mishler officiating. Visitation will be held at the church at 10:00 am (one hour prior to the service). Burial will take place at the Woodlawn Cemetery at 2:15 pm that afternoon.&nbsp;Friends may call at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, Hiawatha after 12 noon until 5 p.m. Sunday.<figure>
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William Thompson February 24, 1939-October 15, 2025

Mildred Louise Chenoweth 89, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, October 14, 2025 in St. Joseph. She was born November 16, 1935 in Halls, MO, daughter of the late, Myrtle and Archie Boyer. She married Frank on June 6, 1953, and the rest was history. She worked at Peach Tree Door putting the glass into the doors. Mildred loved her bowling and bingo, she had tons of bowling trophies and jackpot wins to prove it. She could always be found at her grandchildren's baseball games, for her, family was always number one. She was a member of Immanuel Baptist Church.

Mildred was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, brother, Alva Lee Boyer, sisters, Bonnie Mae Downing, Roberta "Sis" Horseman, and Margaret Lucille Ashlock.

Survivors include: son, Carl (Cheri) Chenoweth of Amazonia, MO, daughters, Carla Chenoweth and Cheryl (Rodney) Matthews, brothers, Robert (Fanny) Boyer of St. Joseph, MO, and Patrick (Rita) Boyer, sisters, Lona Arnold of Joplin, MO and Pam Ranney of Saint Joseph, MO, grandchildren, Anita, Carl Jr. (Heather), Jeffrey (Tara), Jimmy, and Derek (Ashley), and great-grandchildren, Brendon, Hannah, Karly, Cadence, Isaac, Kendal, Braiden, Emillie, and McKynlee.

The family will receive friends from 10:00 - 11:00 AM, Monday, October 20, 2025 at Rupp Funeral Home. Funeral services and public live stream; 11:00 am, Monday, October 20, 2025 at Rupp Funeral Home, The Interment will follow at Savannah Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Mildred Louise Chenoweth 89, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, October 14, 2025 in St. Joseph. She was born November 16, 1935 in Halls, MO, daughter of the late, Myrtle and Archie Boyer. She married Frank on June 6, 1953, and the rest was history. She worked at Peach Tree Door putting the glass into the doors. Mildred loved her bowling and bingo, she had tons of bowling trophies and jackpot wins to prove it. She could always be found at her grandchildren's baseball games, for her, family was always number one. She was a member of Immanuel Baptist Church.Mildred was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, brother, Alva Lee Boyer, sisters, Bonnie Mae Downing, Roberta "Sis" Horseman, and Margaret Lucille Ashlock.Survivors include: son, Carl (Cheri) Chenoweth of Amazonia, MO, daughters, Carla Chenoweth and Cheryl (Rodney) Matthews, brothers, Robert (Fanny) Boyer of St. Joseph, MO, and Patrick (Rita) Boyer, sisters, Lona Arnold of Joplin, MO and Pam Ranney of Saint Joseph, MO, grandchildren, Anita, Carl Jr. (Heather), Jeffrey (Tara), Jimmy, and Derek (Ashley), and great-grandchildren, Brendon, Hannah, Karly, Cadence, Isaac, Kendal, Braiden, Emillie, and McKynlee.The family will receive friends from 10:00 - 11:00 AM, Monday, October 20, 2025 at Rupp Funeral Home. Funeral services and public live stream; 11:00 am, Monday, October 20, 2025 at Rupp Funeral Home, The Interment will follow at Savannah Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Mildred Chenoweth November 16, 1935-October 14, 2025

Larry Wayne Mitchell 58, of Plattsburg, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, October 14, 2025 in St. Joseph, MO. He was born March 31, 1967 in St. Joseph, MO, son of Paulene and Larry A. Mitchell. He was the owner operator of Mitchell Tree Service. Larry enjoyed riding Harley's, and having a good time, but his greatest joy was spending time with his children and grandchildren.

Larry is survived by his parents, and 10 children; Bryce Mitchell, Jessica Mitchell, Phillip Hoyt, Caressa Oldridge, Mary Bonine, Dannielle Parr, Amanda Lingo, Michael Mitchell, Alexis Bakos, and Charlie Mitchell, and a brother, Chad Mitchell, as well as numerous grandchildren.

There will be a Celebation of Life this Saturday, October 18, 2025 starting at 12 noon at the Plattsburg Community Courtyard, 117 West Maple, Plattsburg, MO.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Larry Wayne Mitchell 58, of Plattsburg, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, October 14, 2025 in St. Joseph, MO. He was born March 31, 1967 in St. Joseph, MO, son of Paulene and Larry A. Mitchell. He was the owner operator of Mitchell Tree Service. Larry enjoyed riding Harley's, and having a good time, but his greatest joy was spending time with his children and grandchildren.Larry is survived by his parents, and 10 children; Bryce Mitchell, Jessica Mitchell, Phillip Hoyt, Caressa Oldridge, Mary Bonine, Dannielle Parr, Amanda Lingo, Michael Mitchell, Alexis Bakos, and Charlie Mitchell, and a brother, Chad Mitchell, as well as numerous grandchildren.There will be a Celebation of Life this Saturday, October 18, 2025 starting at 12 noon at the Plattsburg Community Courtyard, 117 West Maple, Plattsburg, MO.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Larry Mitchell March 31, 1967-October 14, 2025

Sheila Renee Wilson 56, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, October 11, 2025 at her home in St. Joseph, MO.

She was born November 4, 1968 in St. Louis, MO, daughter of Marcella and Thomas Handsome. She graduated from Benton High School in 1988, and worked in the food industry. Sheila was preceded in death by her father, Thomas James Handsome.

Survivors include; mother, Marcella Handsome, husband, Duane Wilson of St. Joseph, MO, sons, Justin Handsome, Preston Handsome, brothers, Darrin (Dena Ware) Handsome, and Tom (Barb Parks) Handsome.

Sheila Renee Wilson 56, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, October 11, 2025 at her home in St. Joseph, MO.She was born November 4, 1968 in St. Louis, MO, daughter of Marcella and Thomas Handsome. She graduated from Benton High School in 1988, and worked in the food industry. Sheila was preceded in death by her father, Thomas James Handsome.Survivors include; mother, Marcella Handsome, husband, Duane Wilson of St. Joseph, MO, sons, Justin Handsome, Preston Handsome, brothers, Darrin (Dena Ware) Handsome, and Tom (Barb Parks) Handsome.<figure>
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Sheila Wilson November 4, 1968-October 11, 2025

Brenda Lea Murphy 56, of Maitland, Missouri, passed away Saturday, October 11, 2025 in a Mound City, MO health care center.

She was born August 23, 1969 in Galt, CA, daughter of Patsy and Charles Gaukel.

She is survived by husband, Drew Murphy of the home, brother, Jeremy (Jennifer) Murphy of Maitland, MO, and one niece and one nephew.&nbsp;No Services are scheduled at this time.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Brenda Lea Murphy 56, of Maitland, Missouri, passed away Saturday, October 11, 2025 in a Mound City, MO health care center.She was born August 23, 1969 in Galt, CA, daughter of Patsy and Charles Gaukel.She is survived by husband, Drew Murphy of the home, brother, Jeremy (Jennifer) Murphy of Maitland, MO, and one niece and one nephew.&nbsp;No Services are scheduled at this time.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Brenda Murphy August 23, 1969-October 11, 2025

Beverly Jean Scamman, age 85, passed away peacefully October 11, 2025 surrounded by her family.&nbsp;

Bev was born on May 31, 1940 to Walter and Goldie (Beam) Smith. She was the youngest of five girls.&nbsp;

She married Dr. Jack Scamman on September 30, 1962. &nbsp;He preceded her in death in 2005.

Bev was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She especially embraced her role as Nan and Nanny to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.&nbsp;

She will be missed by her daughter, Jill (Garry) Garst; sons, Tony Scamman and Todd (Kristi) Scamman; grandchildren, Trey (Shelby) Garst, Alex (Trevor) Drewes, Skylar and Brady Scamman; and great-grandchildren, Brett, Thomas, Maren Garst and Kyper and Sutton Drewes.&nbsp;

Bev’s generous, supportive spirit and kind heart will be deeply missed but lovingly remembered by all who know her.

A private family ceremony will be held later date to celebrate Beverly’s life.&nbsp;

Beverly Jean Scamman, age 85, passed away peacefully October 11, 2025 surrounded by her family.&nbsp;Bev was born on May 31, 1940 to Walter and Goldie (Beam) Smith. She was the youngest of five girls.&nbsp;She married Dr. Jack Scamman on September 30, 1962. &nbsp;He preceded her in death in 2005.Bev was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She especially embraced her role as Nan and Nanny to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.&nbsp;She will be missed by her daughter, Jill (Garry) Garst; sons, Tony Scamman and Todd (Kristi) Scamman; grandchildren, Trey (Shelby) Garst, Alex (Trevor) Drewes, Skylar and Brady Scamman; and great-grandchildren, Brett, Thomas, Maren Garst and Kyper and Sutton Drewes.&nbsp;Bev’s generous, supportive spirit and kind heart will be deeply missed but lovingly remembered by all who know her.A private family ceremony will be held later date to celebrate Beverly’s life.&nbsp;

Beverly Scamman May 31, 1940-October 11, 2025

Jason Douglas Wilhoit, 47 of St. Joseph, MO, passed away October 13, 2025. &nbsp;Jason was born in St. Joseph on April 12, 1978 to Doug and Dana Wilhoit.

He received a Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice with a Minor in Geology from Missouri Western State University. &nbsp;He worked for the St. Joseph Police Department from 1998 - 2013. &nbsp;He also served in the US Army and the US Air Force.

He married Wendy Mollus on July 31, 2019 and she survives of the home. &nbsp;Also surviving are sons Dominic and Austin Wilhoit; stepdaughter Halle Nagle; father Doug Wilhoit;&nbsp; brothers Josh Anderson, Aaron Wilhoit; sister Kristen Wilhoit; paternal grandmother Mary Hilton; aunt Terri Lowden, aunt Sherri Jones; numerous nieces, nephews, and many friends.

Jason was a member of Green Valley Baptist Church. &nbsp;He enjoyed spending time with his children, watching movies with his sons; fishing, football and had faith and compassion for everyone.

Memorial contributions may be made to Green Valley Baptist Church.

Visitation will be Thursday, October 16, 2025 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel in St. Joseph, MO. &nbsp;Services will follow at 2:00 pm at the funeral home.

Jason Douglas Wilhoit, 47 of St. Joseph, MO, passed away October 13, 2025. &nbsp;Jason was born in St. Joseph on April 12, 1978 to Doug and Dana Wilhoit.He received a Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice with a Minor in Geology from Missouri Western State University. &nbsp;He worked for the St. Joseph Police Department from 1998 - 2013. &nbsp;He also served in the US Army and the US Air Force.He married Wendy Mollus on July 31, 2019 and she survives of the home. &nbsp;Also surviving are sons Dominic and Austin Wilhoit; stepdaughter Halle Nagle; father Doug Wilhoit;&nbsp; brothers Josh Anderson, Aaron Wilhoit; sister Kristen Wilhoit; paternal grandmother Mary Hilton; aunt Terri Lowden, aunt Sherri Jones; numerous nieces, nephews, and many friends.Jason was a member of Green Valley Baptist Church. &nbsp;He enjoyed spending time with his children, watching movies with his sons; fishing, football and had faith and compassion for everyone.Memorial contributions may be made to Green Valley Baptist Church.Visitation will be Thursday, October 16, 2025 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel in St. Joseph, MO. &nbsp;Services will follow at 2:00 pm at the funeral home.<figure>
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Jason Wilhoit April 12, 1978-October 13, 2025

John Paul Boyles was born on December 30, 1950 in Hawthorn, Nevada to George and&nbsp;Jirina Boyles. He was the third of four children, Joann, who passed earlier this year, George, Jr.&nbsp;who passed in 2020, and Anna. He passed away on October 9, 2025 at the age of 74, at his home in Leavenworth, Kansas. He went to school in Mineral County, where he graduated from High School. He then&nbsp;went to the US Navy and worked on the USS Caron. He later went to Modesto Junior College&nbsp;for some classes.

He met Holly in 1980 in Reno, Nevada, and they married on September 19, 1981, in the&nbsp;backyard of Holly’s parents in Carson City. They had three children, James Patrick, (Shannon),&nbsp;Elizabeth Rose Ohmie, (Brandon), and Thomas Marshall, (Hillary). He had three grandchildren,&nbsp;Marley Ohmie, Lily Boyles and Theodore Boyles.

John was always interested in electronics. He was an advanced ham radio operator for&nbsp;many years. He also worked for Nevada Bell, AT&amp;T, and Turlock Irrigation District. He retired&nbsp;from TID in 2023, then moved to Kansas.

John was always an avid bible reader and liked to paraphrase scripture.&nbsp;He liked to listen to gospel music and was a member of the choir at the Evangelical Free&nbsp;Church in Turlock. He was also a leader in the AWANA program.

A celebration of Life will be held on at 10am, 17 October 25 at the New Life Assembly of God in&nbsp;Atchison, KS. John will be buried at the Leavenworth National Cemetery in a private burial.

John Paul Boyles was born on December 30, 1950 in Hawthorn, Nevada to George and&nbsp;Jirina Boyles. He was the third of four children, Joann, who passed earlier this year, George, Jr.&nbsp;who passed in 2020, and Anna. He passed away on October 9, 2025 at the age of 74, at his home in Leavenworth, Kansas. He went to school in Mineral County, where he graduated from High School. He then&nbsp;went to the US Navy and worked on the USS Caron. He later went to Modesto Junior College&nbsp;for some classes.He met Holly in 1980 in Reno, Nevada, and they married on September 19, 1981, in the&nbsp;backyard of Holly’s parents in Carson City. They had three children, James Patrick, (Shannon),&nbsp;Elizabeth Rose Ohmie, (Brandon), and Thomas Marshall, (Hillary). He had three grandchildren,&nbsp;Marley Ohmie, Lily Boyles and Theodore Boyles.John was always interested in electronics. He was an advanced ham radio operator for&nbsp;many years. He also worked for Nevada Bell, AT&amp;T, and Turlock Irrigation District. He retired&nbsp;from TID in 2023, then moved to Kansas.John was always an avid bible reader and liked to paraphrase scripture.&nbsp;He liked to listen to gospel music and was a member of the choir at the Evangelical Free&nbsp;Church in Turlock. He was also a leader in the AWANA program.A celebration of Life will be held on at 10am, 17 October 25 at the New Life Assembly of God in&nbsp;Atchison, KS. John will be buried at the Leavenworth National Cemetery in a private burial.<figure>
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John Boyles December 30, 1950-October 9, 2025

Judith “Judy” Clara Bodenhausen, 79, of Lancaster, Kansas, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2025, at Saint Luke’s Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri, surrounded by her loving family. She most recently resided at Homestead Assisted Living in Eudora, Kansas.

Judy was born on August 7, 1946, in Atchison, Kansas the daughter of Beryl A. and Virginia F. (Walz) Hundley. She graduated from Atchison County Community High School in 1964. She worked for a short time at the Southwestern Bell Telephone Company. She married the love of her life, Dennis Bodenhausen, on March 27, 1966, at Camp Creek Church and together they built a beautiful life and home in Lancaster. Judy was a devoted homemaker and worked side by side with Dennis milking cows and helping with the family farm.

Judy’s life was centered around faith, family, and community. She was a dedicated member of Camp Creek United Methodist Church in Cummings, Kansas, where she enjoyed fellowship and service as a Sunday School Teacher, Treasurer for the church, and serving on the Pastor Parish Committee. Known for her warmth and kindness, Judy had a special gift for making everyone feel welcome.

She loved cooking, baking, sewing, and tending to her garden. Her lilacs and peonies were among her favorites, and her kitchen was always filled with the comforting smells of something homemade. Above all, Judy adored her family and treasured every moment spent with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Judy is survived by her husband Dennis, daughter and son-in-law Cindy (Todd) Dilley, Lawrence, KS, son and daughter-in-law Scott (Jennife) Bodenhausen, DeSoto, KS, and her cherished grandchildren Jakob Bosnak, Andrea Morris, Kaitlyn Bruce, Sydney Dilley, Carly Bodenhausen, and William Bodenhausen. She also leaves behind great-grandchildren Evelyn and Micah Bosnak, Emery and Lyla Bruce, and Vivian Morris, as well as her sister Karen (Robert) Neill, sister Dede (Steve) Caplinger, and brother Allan (Diana) Hundley. She was preceded in death by her parents and sisters Sherry Gross and Anita Chalfant.

Judy’s legacy of love, faith, and family will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.

Memorial services will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, Oct. 21st, 2025, at the Camp Creek United Church with Rev. Seth Montgomery officiating. Burial will follow in the Camp Creek Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 10:00 to 11:00 AM at the church. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Camp Creek United Church or the Camp Creek Cemetery and may be sent in care of the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home who is helping with the arrangements.

Judith “Judy” Clara Bodenhausen, 79, of Lancaster, Kansas, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2025, at Saint Luke’s Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri, surrounded by her loving family. She most recently resided at Homestead Assisted Living in Eudora, Kansas.Judy was born on August 7, 1946, in Atchison, Kansas the daughter of Beryl A. and Virginia F. (Walz) Hundley. She graduated from Atchison County Community High School in 1964. She worked for a short time at the Southwestern Bell Telephone Company. She married the love of her life, Dennis Bodenhausen, on March 27, 1966, at Camp Creek Church and together they built a beautiful life and home in Lancaster. Judy was a devoted homemaker and worked side by side with Dennis milking cows and helping with the family farm.Judy’s life was centered around faith, family, and community. She was a dedicated member of Camp Creek United Methodist Church in Cummings, Kansas, where she enjoyed fellowship and service as a Sunday School Teacher, Treasurer for the church, and serving on the Pastor Parish Committee. Known for her warmth and kindness, Judy had a special gift for making everyone feel welcome.She loved cooking, baking, sewing, and tending to her garden. Her lilacs and peonies were among her favorites, and her kitchen was always filled with the comforting smells of something homemade. Above all, Judy adored her family and treasured every moment spent with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.Judy is survived by her husband Dennis, daughter and son-in-law Cindy (Todd) Dilley, Lawrence, KS, son and daughter-in-law Scott (Jennife) Bodenhausen, DeSoto, KS, and her cherished grandchildren Jakob Bosnak, Andrea Morris, Kaitlyn Bruce, Sydney Dilley, Carly Bodenhausen, and William Bodenhausen. She also leaves behind great-grandchildren Evelyn and Micah Bosnak, Emery and Lyla Bruce, and Vivian Morris, as well as her sister Karen (Robert) Neill, sister Dede (Steve) Caplinger, and brother Allan (Diana) Hundley. She was preceded in death by her parents and sisters Sherry Gross and Anita Chalfant.Judy’s legacy of love, faith, and family will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.Memorial services will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, Oct. 21st, 2025, at the Camp Creek United Church with Rev. Seth Montgomery officiating. Burial will follow in the Camp Creek Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 10:00 to 11:00 AM at the church. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Camp Creek United Church or the Camp Creek Cemetery and may be sent in care of the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home who is helping with the arrangements.<figure>
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Judith Bodenhausen August 7, 1946-October 10, 2025

Todd Hughs, 63, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, October 9, 2025.

Todd Hughs, 63, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, October 9, 2025.

Todd Hughs February 18, 1962-October 9, 2025

Shannon Kirk William Anderson, 52, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Sunday, October 12, 2025 at his home in St. Joseph.

He was born March 21, 1973 in Winchester, KS, son of Nina Anderson. He graduated from Leavenworth High School. On January 22, 2000, he married Carmen Stewart in St. Joseph. Shannon  previously worked at Green Hills- South as the Produce Manager. One of his greatest memories was traveling to England. He enjoyed cooking, cleaning, collecting Star Wars memorabilia, watching his favorite football team, KC Chiefs and movies. Shannon was preceded in death by great-aunt, Linda Wonka.

Survivors include wife, Carmen Anderson of the home, his mother, Nina Spillman of Eudora, KS, children, Martel Stewart (Alyssa Bright), Nathan Jones (Ace's mother), Anthony Anderson, Aliyah Anderson (Kenny) of St. Joseph, brothers, Anthony (Jessa) Burkitt and Robert Burkitt of Eudora, KS, grandchildren, Soraya, Emberlyn, Ace, Kowen and grandson due in January. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Friday, October 17, 2025 at the Rupp Funeral Home. Mr. Anderson will be cremated following the visitation. Memorials are requested to the Shannon Anderson Memorial Fund, c/o Rupp Funeral Home.

Shannon Kirk William Anderson, 52, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Sunday, October 12, 2025 at his home in St. Joseph.He was born March 21, 1973 in Winchester, KS, son of Nina Anderson. He graduated from Leavenworth High School. On January 22, 2000, he married Carmen Stewart in St. Joseph. Shannon previously worked at Green Hills- South as the Produce Manager. One of his greatest memories was traveling to England. He enjoyed cooking, cleaning, collecting Star Wars memorabilia, watching his favorite football team, KC Chiefs and movies. Shannon was preceded in death by great-aunt, Linda Wonka.Survivors include wife, Carmen Anderson of the home, his mother, Nina Spillman of Eudora, KS, children, Martel Stewart (Alyssa Bright), Nathan Jones (Ace's mother), Anthony Anderson, Aliyah Anderson (Kenny) of St. Joseph, brothers, Anthony (Jessa) Burkitt and Robert Burkitt of Eudora, KS, grandchildren, Soraya, Emberlyn, Ace, Kowen and grandson due in January. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Friday, October 17, 2025 at the Rupp Funeral Home. Mr. Anderson will be cremated following the visitation. Memorials are requested to the Shannon Anderson Memorial Fund, c/o Rupp Funeral Home.<figure>
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Shannon Anderson March 21, 1973-October 12, 2025

Rebecca L. Lackey, 68, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, October 10, 2025.

She was born March 24, 1957 and adopted by James D. Sampson and Jacqueline A. (Dittemore) Dailing in Heidelberg, Germany.

Rebecca married Leland Chester Leroy Lackey on January 28, 2003. He passed away on June 10, 2006.

She was a member of the New Life Bible Church.

Rebecca enjoyed knitting, crocheting, sewing, cooking, and her cats.

She was preceded in death by her parents and husband; brothers, Bob Dailing and James D. Sampson II.

Survivors include her Church family and friends.

Memorial Service pending. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to Rebecca’s Funeral Fund.

Rebecca L. Lackey, 68, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, October 10, 2025.She was born March 24, 1957 and adopted by James D. Sampson and Jacqueline A. (Dittemore) Dailing in Heidelberg, Germany.Rebecca married Leland Chester Leroy Lackey on January 28, 2003. He passed away on June 10, 2006.She was a member of the New Life Bible Church.Rebecca enjoyed knitting, crocheting, sewing, cooking, and her cats.She was preceded in death by her parents and husband; brothers, Bob Dailing and James D. Sampson II.Survivors include her Church family and friends.Memorial Service pending. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to Rebecca’s Funeral Fund.

Rebecca Lackey March 24, 1957-October 10, 2025

Curtis E. ”Heavy” White, Sr., 61, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, October 12, 2025.

He was born December 22, 1963 in Kansas City, Missouri, to Perdexter and Darline (Robertson) White. Curtis grew up in Kansas City, then moved to St. Joseph right after high school.

He did carpentry and remodeling with his dad and uncle in Kansas City, then was self-employed in auto repair in St. Joseph.

In his younger years, Curtis enjoyed roller skating and riding motorcycles. Later on, he enjoyed playing cards and going to the casino. Through it all, he loved music, especially old-school R&amp;B.

Curtis was a devoted father who loved to spend time with his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Cornell White; two nieces; and one nephew.

Survivors include his longtime partner, Mary Weston; children, Kiare Robinette (Ken), Shaska White, Brittnee Scott, Ikea Berger, Khadijah White-Weston, Curtis E. White, Jr., and Cornell White; grandchildren, Kaiden Daicy, Reshad Barker, Savion Stone, Niyah Berger, and Aceion White; sisters, Carla Doran (John), Velinda White, Sheverla McDonald, and Shana Handy (Maurice); numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, other extended family members and friends.

Farewell Services and Public Livestream 1:00 P.M. Monday, October 20, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. The family will gather with friends 3:00 to 5:00 P.M. Sunday, October 19, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.

Curtis E. ”Heavy” White, Sr., 61, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, October 12, 2025.He was born December 22, 1963 in Kansas City, Missouri, to Perdexter and Darline (Robertson) White. Curtis grew up in Kansas City, then moved to St. Joseph right after high school.He did carpentry and remodeling with his dad and uncle in Kansas City, then was self-employed in auto repair in St. Joseph.In his younger years, Curtis enjoyed roller skating and riding motorcycles. Later on, he enjoyed playing cards and going to the casino. Through it all, he loved music, especially old-school R&amp;B.Curtis was a devoted father who loved to spend time with his family.He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Cornell White; two nieces; and one nephew.Survivors include his longtime partner, Mary Weston; children, Kiare Robinette (Ken), Shaska White, Brittnee Scott, Ikea Berger, Khadijah White-Weston, Curtis E. White, Jr., and Cornell White; grandchildren, Kaiden Daicy, Reshad Barker, Savion Stone, Niyah Berger, and Aceion White; sisters, Carla Doran (John), Velinda White, Sheverla McDonald, and Shana Handy (Maurice); numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, other extended family members and friends.Farewell Services and Public Livestream 1:00 P.M. Monday, October 20, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. The family will gather with friends 3:00 to 5:00 P.M. Sunday, October 19, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.<figure>
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Curtis "Heavy" White, Sr. December 22, 1963-October 12, 2025

James Martin “Jim” Gibbs passed away peacefully at the age of 84 on October 10, 2025 at The Pines of Hiawatha.

Jim, as he was known to family and friends, was born on June 15, 1941, Father’s Day, at the Horton Hospital to Lewis and Mabel (Andrews) Gibbs and lived all his life in Brown County, Kansas. He was the eldest twin, being born five minutes earlier than his sister. Jim grew up on the family farm South of Hiawatha and there began his strong work ethic, always rising early to do chores and tending to livestock. He attended school at the Union country schoolhouse and graduated from Hiawatha High School in 1959. On November 3, 1963, he married Marylan Kleppe of Robinson and they welcomed three daughters, Debbie, Pam and Michelle.

Jim had a long career with the telephone company retiring in 2006 after 38 years of service and dedication. Still wanting to stay busy and active, he worked for Pederson Seed for five years. Jim was a dedicated and loving husband and father, always taking time to be with family. He was always available to lend a helping hand to family, friends, coworkers or anyone needing help. Jim loved being outdoors and had a passion for hard work. He had a fun sense of humor and was known for his quick and witty comments, always followed with a mischievous grin!

In addition to being a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Hiawatha, he had also served on the Hiawatha Alumni Board, Brown County Historical Society Board, and Ag Museum Board. Jim was an avid bowler and played in the Tuesday night league at Maple Lanes for several years, even achieving a perfect score. He also enjoyed pheasant and quail hunting.

Jim will be remembered as a hardworking, generous and kind-hearted man who was always willing to lend a helping hand. His genuine approach to life and his strong work ethic leave behind lasting memories for all who knew him.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 61 years, Marylan, of Hiawatha; their daughters and sons-in-law: Debbie (Jay) Dwerlkotte of Beattie, KS, Pam (LaVerne) Sanders of Hiawatha, and Michelle (Scott) VanDalsem of Goodyear, AZ; three grandchildren: Ryan (Channing) Sanders, Valerie Sanders, and Whitney Sanders; one great grandson: Callahan Sanders, a twin sister Janice (Gary) Schuetz of Topeka, KS, and several nieces and nephews.

A celebration of Jim’s eternal life will be held at the First Presbyterian Church on Thursday, October 16th at 11:00 a.m. presided over by Rev. Cheryl Mischler. Visitation will be held at the church one hour prior to the service with burial following at Mount Hope Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to HOPE Brown County or the charity of the donor’s choice and may be sent in care of Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, 124 S. 7th St, Hiawatha, KS 66434.

Friends may call at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home after 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Wednesday.

James Martin “Jim” Gibbs passed away peacefully at the age of 84 on October 10, 2025 at The Pines of Hiawatha.Jim, as he was known to family and friends, was born on June 15, 1941, Father’s Day, at the Horton Hospital to Lewis and Mabel (Andrews) Gibbs and lived all his life in Brown County, Kansas. He was the eldest twin, being born five minutes earlier than his sister. Jim grew up on the family farm South of Hiawatha and there began his strong work ethic, always rising early to do chores and tending to livestock. He attended school at the Union country schoolhouse and graduated from Hiawatha High School in 1959. On November 3, 1963, he married Marylan Kleppe of Robinson and they welcomed three daughters, Debbie, Pam and Michelle.Jim had a long career with the telephone company retiring in 2006 after 38 years of service and dedication. Still wanting to stay busy and active, he worked for Pederson Seed for five years. Jim was a dedicated and loving husband and father, always taking time to be with family. He was always available to lend a helping hand to family, friends, coworkers or anyone needing help. Jim loved being outdoors and had a passion for hard work. He had a fun sense of humor and was known for his quick and witty comments, always followed with a mischievous grin!In addition to being a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Hiawatha, he had also served on the Hiawatha Alumni Board, Brown County Historical Society Board, and Ag Museum Board. Jim was an avid bowler and played in the Tuesday night league at Maple Lanes for several years, even achieving a perfect score. He also enjoyed pheasant and quail hunting.Jim will be remembered as a hardworking, generous and kind-hearted man who was always willing to lend a helping hand. His genuine approach to life and his strong work ethic leave behind lasting memories for all who knew him.He is survived by his devoted wife of 61 years, Marylan, of Hiawatha; their daughters and sons-in-law: Debbie (Jay) Dwerlkotte of Beattie, KS, Pam (LaVerne) Sanders of Hiawatha, and Michelle (Scott) VanDalsem of Goodyear, AZ; three grandchildren: Ryan (Channing) Sanders, Valerie Sanders, and Whitney Sanders; one great grandson: Callahan Sanders, a twin sister Janice (Gary) Schuetz of Topeka, KS, and several nieces and nephews.A celebration of Jim’s eternal life will be held at the First Presbyterian Church on Thursday, October 16th at 11:00 a.m. presided over by Rev. Cheryl Mischler. Visitation will be held at the church one hour prior to the service with burial following at Mount Hope Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to HOPE Brown County or the charity of the donor’s choice and may be sent in care of Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, 124 S. 7th St, Hiawatha, KS 66434.Friends may call at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home after 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Wednesday.<figure>
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