Paul Wray Rolfe, 73, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, May 17, 2023.

He was born April 24, 1950, to Henry Jackson and Jewel Rose (Stagg) Rolfe in Kansas City, Missouri.

He graduated from Oak Park High School in 1968. On July 4, 1976, he married Kristin Shields.

Paul worked as a machinist for many years. His hobbies included bowling, coaching baseball and supporting his grandchildren in all of their endeavors.

Survivors include his wife, Kristin; children, Shon Rolfe (Lori) of Pilot Point, TX, Heather Vaughn (Chip) of Kansas City, MO, and J.P. Rolfe (Jenny) of Winter Park, FL; 9 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; sister, Sharon Sapp (Larry) of Kansas City, MO; and close friend, Stephany Rife.

Cremation under the direction of Simplify Cremations &amp; Funerals.

Paul Wray Rolfe, 73, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, May 17, 2023.He was born April 24, 1950, to Henry Jackson and Jewel Rose (Stagg) Rolfe in Kansas City, Missouri.He graduated from Oak Park High School in 1968. On July 4, 1976, he married Kristin Shields.Paul worked as a machinist for many years. His hobbies included bowling, coaching baseball and supporting his grandchildren in all of their endeavors.He was preceded in death by his parents.Survivors include his wife, Kristin; children, Shon Rolfe (Lori) of Pilot Point, TX, Heather Vaughn (Chip) of Kansas City, MO, and J.P. Rolfe (Jenny) of Winter Park, FL; 9 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; sister, Sharon Sapp (Larry) of Kansas City, MO; and close friend, Stephany Rife.Cremation under the direction of Simplify Cremations &amp; Funerals.

Paul Wray Rolfe 1950 - 2023

Roy Dale Moppin 89, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Tuesday May 16, 2023 at his home.  He was born August 29, 1933 in Troy, Kansas son of the late Martha  &amp; Lloyd Moppin. 

The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm on Tuesday, at the Rupp Funeral Home, with a funeral service 10:00 am, Wednesday at the Rupp Chapel. Interment following at Mount Olive Cemetery, Troy, KS. Memorials are requested to the Frudenthal Hospice.

Roy Dale Moppin 89, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Tuesday May 16, 2023 at his home. He was born August 29, 1933 in Troy, Kansas son of the late Martha &amp; Lloyd Moppin. The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm on Tuesday, at the Rupp Funeral Home, with a funeral service 10:00 am, Wednesday at the Rupp Chapel. Interment following at Mount Olive Cemetery, Troy, KS. Memorials are requested to the Frudenthal Hospice.

Roy Dale Moppin 1933 - 2023

Sandra M. Wolfgang, 85, Stewartsville, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at her home surrounded by family and friends.

Sandra was born on February 5, 1938, in St. Joseph, Missouri to John and Hazel (Meyer) Shafer. She graduated from Benton High School in 1956. Sandra married John L. Wolfgang of Gordan, PA in 1960. She traveled with John during his 20-year military career. Sandra worked in retail, direct sales, and as the family glue. When John retired, they made their home in Gordan, PA. Sandra drove a school bus for North Schuylkill School District until she retired in 2003. She also drove a limousine for T102. In her later years, Sandra moved back to Missouri and settled in Stewartsville.

Sandra loved to travel, read, play the casino and have lunch dates with her friends. She communicated with friends all over the world via computer. Sandra really enjoyed traveling with the North Schuylkill Wrestling Team and other sporting events.

Sandra is survived by her three children, Terri Swopes of Stewartsville, Missouri, Priscilla Blume of Morea, Pennsylvania and John S. Wolfgang of Delano, Pennsylvania, sister Anita (Shafer) Hoffman Horn of Ivy Bend, Missouri, and brother, John Shafer of Stewartsville, Missouri. Sandra has 10 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren.She also has several nieces and nephews.

Sandra was preceded in death by her husband John, her parents, John and Hazel Shafer, her brother, Jack Shafer, and her sister, Sonja (Shafer) Carpenter and her grandson Jesse Barnes.

Graveside Farewell Services and Interment 10:00 A.M. Thursday, May 25, Shaare Sholem Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Wednesday, May 24, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.

Sandra M. Wolfgang, 85, Stewartsville, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at her home surrounded by family and friends.Sandra was born on February 5, 1938, in St. Joseph, Missouri to John and Hazel (Meyer) Shafer. She graduated from Benton High School in 1956. Sandra married John L. Wolfgang of Gordan, PA in 1960. She traveled with John during his 20-year military career. Sandra worked in retail, direct sales, and as the family glue. When John retired, they made their home in Gordan, PA. Sandra drove a school bus for North Schuylkill School District until she retired in 2003. She also drove a limousine for T102. In her later years, Sandra moved back to Missouri and settled in Stewartsville.Sandra loved to travel, read, play the casino and have lunch dates with her friends. She communicated with friends all over the world via computer. Sandra really enjoyed traveling with the North Schuylkill Wrestling Team and other sporting events.Sandra is survived by her three children, Terri Swopes of Stewartsville, Missouri, Priscilla Blume of Morea, Pennsylvania and John S. Wolfgang of Delano, Pennsylvania, sister Anita (Shafer) Hoffman Horn of Ivy Bend, Missouri, and brother, John Shafer of Stewartsville, Missouri. Sandra has 10 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren.She also has several nieces and nephews.Sandra was preceded in death by her husband John, her parents, John and Hazel Shafer, her brother, Jack Shafer, and her sister, Sonja (Shafer) Carpenter and her grandson Jesse Barnes.Graveside Farewell Services and Interment 10:00 A.M. Thursday, May 25, Shaare Sholem Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Wednesday, May 24, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.<figure>
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Sandra Marietta Wolfgang 1938 - 2023

Ida Mae Hope passed away on May 14, 2023 at age 101. She was born in Avenue City, Missouri to Ida Helen and Gottfried Romang on May 8, 1922. She lived on the family farm until the age of 16, when the family moved to St. Joseph. Ida Mae graduated from Central High School and Platt Gard Business College. She was employed by Goetz Brewing Company, where she was secretary to the Advertising Manager.

In 1942, Ida Mae married Richard V. “Dick” Hope, who was in the military. She traveled with him until he was sent overseas. Upon his return, they settled in St. Joseph, and she worked for many years for the late Dr. Wilbur McDonald. In 1972, Dick’s work took him to Lubbock, Texas, where they lived for two years, before moving to Kansas City. Ida Mae worked as an Executive Assistant at Sertoma International and retired from there after 19 years of service.

While in Kansas City, Ida Mae volunteered for Youth Friends. She and Dick both volunteered for the Shepard Center. Ida Mae and Dick were members of Colonial Presbyterian Church.

After her husband’s death, in March of 2004, Ida Mae moved back to St. Joseph to be with her family and friends. Ida Mae was a member of FP, PEO Sisterhood. She transferred her church membership back to Hope United Church of Christ, in Cosby, Missouri, where she had been baptized, confirmed, and married.

Ida Mae enjoyed playing bridge, traveling, entertaining family and friends, and baking/decorating holiday sugar cookies with her great-granddaughters.

Ida Mae was preceded in death by her husband, her son, Rick Hope, an infant Sister, Emma Marie, her parents, sisters, Maida Fankhauser, and Ruth Schindler. She is survived by daughter, Sherry (Brian) Bailey, grandson Andy (Rachael) Hope, great-granddaughters Jaina and Addy Hope, daughter-in-law, Pam Hope and numerous nephews, a niece, and many friends.

Farewell Services and Public Livestream 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Mount Auburn Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.

Ida Mae Hope passed away on May 14, 2023 at age 101. She was born in Avenue City, Missouri to Ida Helen and Gottfried Romang on May 8, 1922. She lived on the family farm until the age of 16, when the family moved to St. Joseph. Ida Mae graduated from Central High School and Platt Gard Business College. She was employed by Goetz Brewing Company, where she was secretary to the Advertising Manager.In 1942, Ida Mae married Richard V. “Dick” Hope, who was in the military. She traveled with him until he was sent overseas. Upon his return, they settled in St. Joseph, and she worked for many years for the late Dr. Wilbur McDonald. In 1972, Dick’s work took him to Lubbock, Texas, where they lived for two years, before moving to Kansas City. Ida Mae worked as an Executive Assistant at Sertoma International and retired from there after 19 years of service.While in Kansas City, Ida Mae volunteered for Youth Friends. She and Dick both volunteered for the Shepard Center. Ida Mae and Dick were members of Colonial Presbyterian Church.After her husband’s death, in March of 2004, Ida Mae moved back to St. Joseph to be with her family and friends. Ida Mae was a member of FP, PEO Sisterhood. She transferred her church membership back to Hope United Church of Christ, in Cosby, Missouri, where she had been baptized, confirmed, and married.Ida Mae enjoyed playing bridge, traveling, entertaining family and friends, and baking/decorating holiday sugar cookies with her great-granddaughters.Ida Mae was preceded in death by her husband, her son, Rick Hope, an infant Sister, Emma Marie, her parents, sisters, Maida Fankhauser, and Ruth Schindler. She is survived by daughter, Sherry (Brian) Bailey, grandson Andy (Rachael) Hope, great-granddaughters Jaina and Addy Hope, daughter-in-law, Pam Hope and numerous nephews, a niece, and many friends.Farewell Services and Public Livestream 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Mount Auburn Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.<figure>
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Ida Mae Hope 1922 - 2023

Nancy Lou Borton Rasmussen, 88, of Lansing, KS passed away on Sunday, May 14, 2023.

Nancy was surrounded by her family on her final Mother’s Day, and a comfortable passing at home with the assistance of Kansas Palliative &amp; Hospice Care was the greatest gift.&nbsp;

Nancy (Granny or Ne Ne to her grandchildren and niece/nephews) was born July 23, 1934 in Toledo, OH to Samuel Becker Borton and Helen Myrtle Fraker Borton. Her older sister Marlene Kay Borton Ritzman introduced her to the love of her life, Rex Todd Rasmussen and they married in Lawrence, KS on November 14, 1959 at Plymouth Congregational Church. Rex and Nancy enjoyed 63 wonderful years of marriage, 36 of those growing fond memories on their farm in Junction City, KS surrounded by wonderful neighbors. Nancy was preceded in death by her parents and sister. Her resilience is alive in the surviving family: her husband Rex, son Andrew Becker Rasmussen (Cindy) and daughter Amy Kay Rasmussen Cooper (Kevin); her grandchildren: Tyler Cole Rasmussen, Callie Jane Rasmussen, Callin Harper, Kathryn Helen Allen (Blake), Bobby Oliver (Jennifer), and Mikey Oliver (Jenna) and former daughter-in-law Carolyn Winter. Also surviving are her niece Elizabeth Ritzman (Cheryl), and nephews: John Ritzman, David Ritzman, Paul Ritzman (Michele) and Mark Ritzman (Janet) and a cat Abigail.&nbsp;

Nancy loved all creatures great and small. She guided Andy and Amy in raising various animals for competitions throughout 12 years of involvement with the Humboldt 4-H Club. As a family they adopted several dogs and cats together and she enjoyed watching the wildlife around the farm. She appreciated nature and would road-trip through the Southwest with her husband before losing her eyesight to macular degeneration. Nancy never lost her joy for life and her laugh was always the loudest in the room.&nbsp;

For years Nancy worked as a clerk alongside Rex at the pharmacy, The Apothecary Shop, later known as Westside Drugs caring for her community. Nancy also volunteered as a Sunday school teacher at First United Presbyterian Church where she shared her kindness and compassion for humanity. But her pride and joy was her garden and kitchen and she crafted food and beauty for everyone around her. The kitchen table was always set and Nancy was ready to feed every visitor. Nancy practiced radical kindness and instilled in her children her values of not just equality and acceptance, but embracing and celebrating people for their differences. Nancy judged no one and welcomed all.&nbsp;&nbsp;Nancy continued learning about the world around her until her final days, many of which were spent with Rex reading historical books and biographies to her. While a chapter closed in Nancy’s life her story isn’t over. Her family will share her talents in the kitchen and the recipes for generations to come. Most importantly they will keep telling the story of Nancy’s love for life and connecting with people.&nbsp;

The family will hold a private service at a later date.

Nancy Lou Borton Rasmussen, 88, of Lansing, KS passed away on Sunday, May 14, 2023.Nancy was surrounded by her family on her final Mother’s Day, and a comfortable passing at home with the assistance of Kansas Palliative &amp; Hospice Care was the greatest gift.&nbsp;Nancy (Granny or Ne Ne to her grandchildren and niece/nephews) was born July 23, 1934 in Toledo, OH to Samuel Becker Borton and Helen Myrtle Fraker Borton. Her older sister Marlene Kay Borton Ritzman introduced her to the love of her life, Rex Todd Rasmussen and they married in Lawrence, KS on November 14, 1959 at Plymouth Congregational Church. Rex and Nancy enjoyed 63 wonderful years of marriage, 36 of those growing fond memories on their farm in Junction City, KS surrounded by wonderful neighbors. Nancy was preceded in death by her parents and sister. Her resilience is alive in the surviving family: her husband Rex, son Andrew Becker Rasmussen (Cindy) and daughter Amy Kay Rasmussen Cooper (Kevin); her grandchildren: Tyler Cole Rasmussen, Callie Jane Rasmussen, Callin Harper, Kathryn Helen Allen (Blake), Bobby Oliver (Jennifer), and Mikey Oliver (Jenna) and former daughter-in-law Carolyn Winter. Also surviving are her niece Elizabeth Ritzman (Cheryl), and nephews: John Ritzman, David Ritzman, Paul Ritzman (Michele) and Mark Ritzman (Janet) and a cat Abigail.&nbsp;Nancy loved all creatures great and small. She guided Andy and Amy in raising various animals for competitions throughout 12 years of involvement with the Humboldt 4-H Club. As a family they adopted several dogs and cats together and she enjoyed watching the wildlife around the farm. She appreciated nature and would road-trip through the Southwest with her husband before losing her eyesight to macular degeneration. Nancy never lost her joy for life and her laugh was always the loudest in the room.&nbsp;For years Nancy worked as a clerk alongside Rex at the pharmacy, The Apothecary Shop, later known as Westside Drugs caring for her community. Nancy also volunteered as a Sunday school teacher at First United Presbyterian Church where she shared her kindness and compassion for humanity. But her pride and joy was her garden and kitchen and she crafted food and beauty for everyone around her. The kitchen table was always set and Nancy was ready to feed every visitor. Nancy practiced radical kindness and instilled in her children her values of not just equality and acceptance, but embracing and celebrating people for their differences. Nancy judged no one and welcomed all.&nbsp;&nbsp;Nancy continued learning about the world around her until her final days, many of which were spent with Rex reading historical books and biographies to her. While a chapter closed in Nancy’s life her story isn’t over. Her family will share her talents in the kitchen and the recipes for generations to come. Most importantly they will keep telling the story of Nancy’s love for life and connecting with people.&nbsp;The family will hold a private service at a later date.<figure>
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Nancy Rasmussen 1934 - 2023

David Jan Collins passed from this life, leaving it a better place, on May 14, 2023, at the University of Kansas Medical Center. Jan was born to John L. Collins, Jr. and Winifred (Morley) Collins on October 8, 1946, spending his youth on the family farm located north of Highland where the Collins family had resided since 1856. Jan grew up in a close, extended family. His paternal grandparents lived in the family home until he was 10 and his maternal grandparents lived a quarter mile down the road.&nbsp;

Jr. Collins was a life-long farmer and instilled in his son a strong work ethic and empathy for the less fortunate, as well as a love and appreciation for nature and the outdoors. Winifred inspired&nbsp;a love for learning, the value of education, as well as a sense of humor, discipline, and leadership skills. Jan&nbsp;was an avid hunter in his younger years and a fisherman his entire life. He believed that all of us have a responsibility to conserve our wildlife and the supporting habitat.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jan graduated from Highland High School with the class of 1964, having participated in all sports. He was an all-area lineman in football and a starting forward on the Bluestreak basketball team of 1964 that finished 3rd&nbsp;in state Class B with a record of 25-1. He still holds the school record in the discus. He played first base on many teams in the area, baseball and softball (both slow and fast pitch). He was an excellent trumpet player and performed solos at school and at Highland Christian Church where the family attended.

He attended Highland Community College, participating in football, basketball, and track. A lifelong fan of the Kansas Jayhawks, he loved to boat, snow ski, and play golf, and occasionally demonstrated his skill at club throwing.

Even though education was his chosen profession, he still considered himself a farmer, and stayed active in the family farming operation. After graduating from KU, he began his science teaching career at Highland High School in 1970 and coached for several years, where he inspired&nbsp;discipline, character, and performance, both on and off the field. He was a competitor and loved to win, but doing your best, with character, was always of paramount importance.

He obtained his administrator’s degree at NMSU and later transitioned to principal, while still teaching. He then served as the superintendent of schools of USD 425 Highland for many years. He belonged to a number of professional organizations and was chosen to serve on the Council of School Superintendents, an advisory board to the Kansas Department of Education. He finished his career as superintendent at USD 290 Ottawa and was honored by receiving the Kansas Superintendent of the Year Award in 2004.&nbsp;

Jan devoted many extra hours in running the business end of the school system with the goal of conserving taxpayer’s funds, while still maintaining and facilitating a quality learning environment to help mold young people into becoming responsible adults. He provided teachers and staff with appropriate support and guidance. He encouraged kids to reach their full potential, while finding it was necessary to help adjust their attitude and behavior on occasion, and was affectionately known as “Doc” by many of his students.

Along the way, Jan served his community in many other capacities and organizations, including councilman and Mayor of the City of Highland and as the president of the USD 111 Excellence In Education Foundation. During retirement, he and Barbara enjoyed spending time with family and friends, travelling (cruising in particular), spending time at Lake Taneycomo and winters on Hilton Head Island.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;He forged many lifelong friends with other educators and travelled each year to Las Vegas with some of them and golfing trips with others. His most treasured accomplishments in life were his children and grandchildren and he enjoyed watching as they each grew and prospered. He was extremely proud of all their successes.&nbsp;

His life was not without adversity and his toughness and intensity is legendary. As a young boy, his appendix burst and he nearly lost his life. A life-long asthmatic, Jan knew many moments as a child when he had to fight for breath to survive. More recently, he developed Parkinson’s disease along with other health problems, but he strived to continue to live life as normal as possible.

&nbsp;Jan is survived by his beloved wife of 51 years, Barbara (Ware) Collins, of the home in Highland, son, Shawn (Cindy) Collins, Columbia, SC, daughter, Samantha (Brian) Youngblood, Hollister, MO; grandchildren Macy, Harrison, and John Henry Collins, Dekker, Hattie, Lane and Stockton Youngblood and Savannah Miller; brother Ted (Linda) Collins, Highland, brother-in-law Charles Ware, Maryville, MO, sister-in-law Cynthia (Charles) Grooms, Parkville, MO, cousin Joy (Wayne) Meyer, Highland, and many loved nieces, nephews and cousins.

Honoring his wishes, no services will take place.

David Jan Collins passed from this life, leaving it a better place, on May 14, 2023, at the University of Kansas Medical Center. Jan was born to John L. Collins, Jr. and Winifred (Morley) Collins on October 8, 1946, spending his youth on the family farm located north of Highland where the Collins family had resided since 1856. Jan grew up in a close, extended family. His paternal grandparents lived in the family home until he was 10 and his maternal grandparents lived a quarter mile down the road.&nbsp;Jr. Collins was a life-long farmer and instilled in his son a strong work ethic and empathy for the less fortunate, as well as a love and appreciation for nature and the outdoors. Winifred inspired&nbsp;a love for learning, the value of education, as well as a sense of humor, discipline, and leadership skills. Jan&nbsp;was an avid hunter in his younger years and a fisherman his entire life. He believed that all of us have a responsibility to conserve our wildlife and the supporting habitat.&nbsp;&nbsp;Jan graduated from Highland High School with the class of 1964, having participated in all sports. He was an all-area lineman in football and a starting forward on the Bluestreak basketball team of 1964 that finished 3rd&nbsp;in state Class B with a record of 25-1. He still holds the school record in the discus. He played first base on many teams in the area, baseball and softball (both slow and fast pitch). He was an excellent trumpet player and performed solos at school and at Highland Christian Church where the family attended.He attended Highland Community College, participating in football, basketball, and track. A lifelong fan of the Kansas Jayhawks, he loved to boat, snow ski, and play golf, and occasionally demonstrated his skill at club throwing.Even though education was his chosen profession, he still considered himself a farmer, and stayed active in the family farming operation. After graduating from KU, he began his science teaching career at Highland High School in 1970 and coached for several years, where he inspired&nbsp;discipline, character, and performance, both on and off the field. He was a competitor and loved to win, but doing your best, with character, was always of paramount importance.He obtained his administrator’s degree at NMSU and later transitioned to principal, while still teaching. He then served as the superintendent of schools of USD 425 Highland for many years. He belonged to a number of professional organizations and was chosen to serve on the Council of School Superintendents, an advisory board to the Kansas Department of Education. He finished his career as superintendent at USD 290 Ottawa and was honored by receiving the Kansas Superintendent of the Year Award in 2004.&nbsp;Jan devoted many extra hours in running the business end of the school system with the goal of conserving taxpayer’s funds, while still maintaining and facilitating a quality learning environment to help mold young people into becoming responsible adults. He provided teachers and staff with appropriate support and guidance. He encouraged kids to reach their full potential, while finding it was necessary to help adjust their attitude and behavior on occasion, and was affectionately known as “Doc” by many of his students.Along the way, Jan served his community in many other capacities and organizations, including councilman and Mayor of the City of Highland and as the president of the USD 111 Excellence In Education Foundation. During retirement, he and Barbara enjoyed spending time with family and friends, travelling (cruising in particular), spending time at Lake Taneycomo and winters on Hilton Head Island.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;He forged many lifelong friends with other educators and travelled each year to Las Vegas with some of them and golfing trips with others. His most treasured accomplishments in life were his children and grandchildren and he enjoyed watching as they each grew and prospered. He was extremely proud of all their successes.&nbsp;His life was not without adversity and his toughness and intensity is legendary. As a young boy, his appendix burst and he nearly lost his life. A life-long asthmatic, Jan knew many moments as a child when he had to fight for breath to survive. More recently, he developed Parkinson’s disease along with other health problems, but he strived to continue to live life as normal as possible.&nbsp;Jan is survived by his beloved wife of 51 years, Barbara (Ware) Collins, of the home in Highland, son, Shawn (Cindy) Collins, Columbia, SC, daughter, Samantha (Brian) Youngblood, Hollister, MO; grandchildren Macy, Harrison, and John Henry Collins, Dekker, Hattie, Lane and Stockton Youngblood and Savannah Miller; brother Ted (Linda) Collins, Highland, brother-in-law Charles Ware, Maryville, MO, sister-in-law Cynthia (Charles) Grooms, Parkville, MO, cousin Joy (Wayne) Meyer, Highland, and many loved nieces, nephews and cousins.Honoring his wishes, no services will take place.<figure>
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David Jan Collins 1946 - 2023

Richard Warren, 88, of Smithville, MO passed away, May 16, 2023.

He was born on July 2, 1934 to Ol Franklin and Gladys Mae (Ford) Warren in Smithville, MO. Richard grew up in Smithville and graduated from Smithville High School. On February 15, 1957 he was united in marriage to Carol Gustin. After their marriage they lived in Smithville. In 1991 they moved to the Lake of the Ozarks, and later moved to Kansas City North. His wife, Carol, passed away, September 11, 2006. In 2011 Richard returned to Smithville where he made his home with Doris Rogers. Richard worked at Cook Paint and Varnish in North Kansas City, where he retired as manager after 40 years. He enjoyed woodworking, building things with his brother, traveling, cooking and socializing with friends. Richard was also preceded in death by his parents; sister, Virginia Reeves Justus; and brother, Donald Warren. He is survived by his children, Cathy (Larry) McDonald, Teresa (Gary) Scott, and Donna (Dan) Corless; grandchildren, Mary Schulz, Amber Toates, Aubrey Wilson, Jason (Heather) Scott, Sherri (Derek) Vetter, Jeffrey Scott, and Danielle (Mike) Jones; several great-grandchildren; niece, Carolyn Decett and her family; Doris Rogers and her children, Joy Koch and Debbie Vaughn; other relatives and many friends. Graveside Service with Military Honors: 12:00 p.m. Saturday, May 20th at Community of Smithville Memorial Cemetery, Smithville, MO.

Richard Warren, 88, of Smithville, MO passed away, May 16, 2023. He was born on July 2, 1934 to Ol Franklin and Gladys Mae (Ford) Warren in Smithville, MO. Richard grew up in Smithville and graduated from Smithville High School. On February 15, 1957 he was united in marriage to Carol Gustin. After their marriage they lived in Smithville. In 1991 they moved to the Lake of the Ozarks, and later moved to Kansas City North. His wife, Carol, passed away, September 11, 2006. In 2011 Richard returned to Smithville where he made his home with Doris Rogers. Richard worked at Cook Paint and Varnish in North Kansas City, where he retired as manager after 40 years. He enjoyed woodworking, building things with his brother, traveling, cooking and socializing with friends. Richard was also preceded in death by his parents; sister, Virginia Reeves Justus; and brother, Donald Warren. He is survived by his children, Cathy (Larry) McDonald, Teresa (Gary) Scott, and Donna (Dan) Corless; grandchildren, Mary Schulz, Amber Toates, Aubrey Wilson, Jason (Heather) Scott, Sherri (Derek) Vetter, Jeffrey Scott, and Danielle (Mike) Jones; several great-grandchildren; niece, Carolyn Decett and her family; Doris Rogers and her children, Joy Koch and Debbie Vaughn; other relatives and many friends. Graveside Service with Military Honors: 12:00 p.m. Saturday, May 20th at Community of Smithville Memorial Cemetery, Smithville, MO.

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Richard Warren 1934 - 2023

Troy, Kansas&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Doreene F. (Deatherage) Whetstine, 90, of Troy, Kansas passed away Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at her home.

Doreene was born on February 15, 1933, in Agency, Missouri to Paul and Audrey (Riley) Deatherage.

Doreene graduated from Agency High School and never missed a class reunion for over 60 years, when they stopped having them.

She was a member of the St. Charles Catholic Church, Troy, Kansas. Doreene worked at Sherwood Medical, Hallmark Card and was the Administrator for Doniphan County Aging. She and her husband Bill also raised cattle, hogs, and chickens.

Doreene was an avid mushroom and deer hunter, having a competition with her husband who would get the bigger deer. She enjoyed dancing and music and following the traveling Whetstine Band for over 25 years.

Doreene married William B. “Bill” Whetstine on December 17, 1953, in St. Joseph, Missouri. He preceded her in death on February 14, 2012. She was also preceded in death by her parents, grandchildren, Misty Whetstine and Travis Whetstine, siblings, Donald Deatherage, Dorothy Dittemore, Delbert Deatherage and Deanna Holmes, and many bothers and sisters-in-law.

Survivors: daughters, Sharon (Tim) Myers, Denice (Kelly) Franken, Lisa (Mike) Bembrick, and Brenda Robinson all of Troy, Kansas, sons, Paul (Jerre Anne), Bruce (Sandy) and William B. Whetstine all of Troy, Kansas. 22 grandchildren, 56 great-grandchildren and 6 great-great-grandchildren. Sister, Delores Rumpf, Agency, Missouri. Brother, Leo DeWayne, St. Joseph, Missouri. Numerous brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.

Funeral Mass: 10:30 A.M. Friday, May 19, 2023 at the St. Charles Catholic Church, Troy, Kansas.

Rosary: 5:30 P.M. Thursday evening at the church, with visitation to follow until 8:00 P.M.

Friends may call after 12 noon Thursday at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Troy, Kansas.

Burial: Mount Olive Cemetery, Troy, Kansas.

Troy, Kansas&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Doreene F. (Deatherage) Whetstine, 90, of Troy, Kansas passed away Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at her home.Doreene was born on February 15, 1933, in Agency, Missouri to Paul and Audrey (Riley) Deatherage.Doreene graduated from Agency High School and never missed a class reunion for over 60 years, when they stopped having them.She was a member of the St. Charles Catholic Church, Troy, Kansas. Doreene worked at Sherwood Medical, Hallmark Card and was the Administrator for Doniphan County Aging. She and her husband Bill also raised cattle, hogs, and chickens.Doreene was an avid mushroom and deer hunter, having a competition with her husband who would get the bigger deer. She enjoyed dancing and music and following the traveling Whetstine Band for over 25 years.Doreene married William B. “Bill” Whetstine on December 17, 1953, in St. Joseph, Missouri. He preceded her in death on February 14, 2012. She was also preceded in death by her parents, grandchildren, Misty Whetstine and Travis Whetstine, siblings, Donald Deatherage, Dorothy Dittemore, Delbert Deatherage and Deanna Holmes, and many bothers and sisters-in-law.Survivors: daughters, Sharon (Tim) Myers, Denice (Kelly) Franken, Lisa (Mike) Bembrick, and Brenda Robinson all of Troy, Kansas, sons, Paul (Jerre Anne), Bruce (Sandy) and William B. Whetstine all of Troy, Kansas. 22 grandchildren, 56 great-grandchildren and 6 great-great-grandchildren. Sister, Delores Rumpf, Agency, Missouri. Brother, Leo DeWayne, St. Joseph, Missouri. Numerous brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.Funeral Mass: 10:30 A.M. Friday, May 19, 2023 at the St. Charles Catholic Church, Troy, Kansas.Rosary: 5:30 P.M. Thursday evening at the church, with visitation to follow until 8:00 P.M.Friends may call after 12 noon Thursday at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Troy, Kansas.Burial: Mount Olive Cemetery, Troy, Kansas.

Doreene F. Whetstine 1933 - 2023

Dolores Louise Martin, 85, of Atchison, KS died on Tuesday evening May 16th, 2023, at her daughter’s home in Atchison, KS. Funeral services will be held at 11:30 am on Monday, May 22, 2023, at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home with Rev. Ken Watkins officiating. Burial will follow in the Oak Hill Cemetery, Atchison, KS. The family will receive friends from 10:00 to 11:30 am on Monday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to Samaritan’s Purse and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com. Dolores was born on January 14, 1938, in Atchison, KS, the daughter of Ray R. and Beatrice C. (Yates) Carter. She attended Franklin Grade School and graduated from Atchison High School in 1956. Dolores worked as a bookkeeper for Gerardy’s, then as a caretaker at Oak Hill Cemetery for many years. She also was the ground keeper for the former KFC, Atchison. She enjoyed gardening, yardwork, Bible Study, and spending time with her grandchildren. She was married to Howard A. Martin on April 26, 1958, in St. Joseph, MO. Mr. Martin preceded her in death on July 22, 1994. Survivors include a son Jeff (Laurie) Martin, Tonganoxie, KS and a daughter Chandra Martin, Atchison, KS, two grandchildren Jeremy (Sarah) Martin, Ft. Worth, TX, and Tiffany (Dion) Lake, Topeka, KS, five great grandchildren, a niece Gloria (Corky) Jackson, Atchison and several great nieces and nephews. Her parents, husband Howard, and two brothers Audrey and Bob Carter, preceded her in death.

Dolores Louise Martin, 85, of Atchison, KS died on Tuesday evening May 16th, 2023, at her daughter’s home in Atchison, KS. Funeral services will be held at 11:30 am on Monday, May 22, 2023, at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home with Rev. Ken Watkins officiating. Burial will follow in the Oak Hill Cemetery, Atchison, KS. The family will receive friends from 10:00 to 11:30 am on Monday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to Samaritan’s Purse and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com. Dolores was born on January 14, 1938, in Atchison, KS, the daughter of Ray R. and Beatrice C. (Yates) Carter. She attended Franklin Grade School and graduated from Atchison High School in 1956. Dolores worked as a bookkeeper for Gerardy’s, then as a caretaker at Oak Hill Cemetery for many years. She also was the ground keeper for the former KFC, Atchison. She enjoyed gardening, yardwork, Bible Study, and spending time with her grandchildren. She was married to Howard A. Martin on April 26, 1958, in St. Joseph, MO. Mr. Martin preceded her in death on July 22, 1994. Survivors include a son Jeff (Laurie) Martin, Tonganoxie, KS and a daughter Chandra Martin, Atchison, KS, two grandchildren Jeremy (Sarah) Martin, Ft. Worth, TX, and Tiffany (Dion) Lake, Topeka, KS, five great grandchildren, a niece Gloria (Corky) Jackson, Atchison and several great nieces and nephews. Her parents, husband Howard, and two brothers Audrey and Bob Carter, preceded her in death.<figure>
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Dolores Louise Martin (Carter) 1938 - 2023

Ginny Watson, 63, of Smithville, MO passed away, May 15, 2023.

She was born on February 12, 1960 to Lester and Evvalyne (Waters) Lloyd in Smithville, MO. Ginny graduated from Smithville High School in 1979.

On June 25, 1980 she was united in marriage to Steven Watson. After their marriage they lived in Smithville where they made their home. Her husband, Steven, passed away, June 4, 2018.

She worked for Citibank in Kansas City for over 20 years. Ginny loved art, painting, gardening, camping, four wheeling. Most of all she loved spending time with her family, grandchildren, and friends.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, son Michael Daniel Watson, and grandson Michael Dean Benton.&nbsp;

Ginny is survived by her daughter, Christina Benton and husband Arron; son, Bradley Watson; grandchildren Kylie Watson, Zoey Benton, Gabriel Benton, Oliver Benton, and Adalyn Benton; siblings, Randy Lloyd, Bonnie Rasmussen, Diana Montgomery, Teresa Fischer, and Jeff Lloyd; mother-in-law, Carolyn Anders; brother-in-law, Joe Wayne Watson; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends.

Funeral Service: 2:00 p.m. Friday, May 19th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville, MO with visitation one hour prior to the service.

Burial: Community of Smithville Memorial Cemetery.

Ginny Watson, 63, of Smithville, MO passed away, May 15, 2023.She was born on February 12, 1960 to Lester and Evvalyne (Waters) Lloyd in Smithville, MO. Ginny graduated from Smithville High School in 1979.On June 25, 1980 she was united in marriage to Steven Watson. After their marriage they lived in Smithville where they made their home. Her husband, Steven, passed away, June 4, 2018.She worked for Citibank in Kansas City for over 20 years. Ginny loved art, painting, gardening, camping, four wheeling. Most of all she loved spending time with her family, grandchildren, and friends.She was also preceded in death by her parents, son Michael Daniel Watson, and grandson Michael Dean Benton.&nbsp;Ginny is survived by her daughter, Christina Benton and husband Arron; son, Bradley Watson; grandchildren Kylie Watson, Zoey Benton, Gabriel Benton, Oliver Benton, and Adalyn Benton; siblings, Randy Lloyd, Bonnie Rasmussen, Diana Montgomery, Teresa Fischer, and Jeff Lloyd; mother-in-law, Carolyn Anders; brother-in-law, Joe Wayne Watson; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends.Funeral Service: 2:00 p.m. Friday, May 19th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville, MO with visitation one hour prior to the service.Burial: Community of Smithville Memorial Cemetery.<figure>
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Ginny Watson 1960 - 2023

Patricia Ann “Pat” Workman, 86, King City, MO passed away Saturday, May 13, 2023 at her home.

She was born on November 17, 1936, the daughter of Forest and Eleanor (Heideman) Hunt at the home of Otto and Viva Heideman in Waterloo, Iowa.

She attended high school at Maysville and King City, MO graduating from King City High School in 1954. After school she was united in marriage to Melvin Dean Workman on July 31, 1954. To this union were born four children, Vicki, Gary, Michael and Raymond.

Pat retired from American Bank in 1992. She then worked for the city of Union Star for seven years until 2007. Genealogy occupied a lot of her time in later years. She also worked at Workman Fencing and Construction part time until she was 80. Her health became bad, but she still planted her flowers and mowed her lawn as long as the children didn’t catch her! She loved her bridge games with two clubs she belonged to. One of the things she loved most was sitting and asking Alexa to play Alan Jackson religious songs. Her family was her most treasured possession and she loved spending time with each of them as often as possible. She was also an avid Chiefs fan.

She was preceded in death by her husband; son, Mike Workman; great-great granddaughter, Enzley and brothers, Robert and Richard Hunt.

Pat is survived by her children, Vicki (Mike) Ausmus, Gary (Lora) Workman, and Ray (Kim) Workman, all of King City, MO; daughter-in-law, Tammy Workman, King City, MO; grandchildren, Ben (companion, Bobbie), Brian (Kristy), Jeremy (Christy), Jessica, Nicole (Tyson), Austin (Ashley), Dalton, Makinsey, Laecie (Nathan), Drew, Madison, Delaney, Hunter (companion, Josey), Shandolynn (companion, Justin), Kaleb (Jessica), and Madison (companion, Max); 23 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild; sister, Karen Crossland; brother, Jack Hunt and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 20 at Roberson Funeral Home, King City, MO. Cremation will follow the service and inurnment will be held at a later date. The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Patricia Ann “Pat” Workman, 86, King City, MO passed away Saturday, May 13, 2023 at her home.She was born on November 17, 1936, the daughter of Forest and Eleanor (Heideman) Hunt at the home of Otto and Viva Heideman in Waterloo, Iowa.She attended high school at Maysville and King City, MO graduating from King City High School in 1954. After school she was united in marriage to Melvin Dean Workman on July 31, 1954. To this union were born four children, Vicki, Gary, Michael and Raymond.Pat retired from American Bank in 1992. She then worked for the city of Union Star for seven years until 2007. Genealogy occupied a lot of her time in later years. She also worked at Workman Fencing and Construction part time until she was 80. Her health became bad, but she still planted her flowers and mowed her lawn as long as the children didn’t catch her! She loved her bridge games with two clubs she belonged to. One of the things she loved most was sitting and asking Alexa to play Alan Jackson religious songs. Her family was her most treasured possession and she loved spending time with each of them as often as possible. She was also an avid Chiefs fan.She was preceded in death by her husband; son, Mike Workman; great-great granddaughter, Enzley and brothers, Robert and Richard Hunt.Pat is survived by her children, Vicki (Mike) Ausmus, Gary (Lora) Workman, and Ray (Kim) Workman, all of King City, MO; daughter-in-law, Tammy Workman, King City, MO; grandchildren, Ben (companion, Bobbie), Brian (Kristy), Jeremy (Christy), Jessica, Nicole (Tyson), Austin (Ashley), Dalton, Makinsey, Laecie (Nathan), Drew, Madison, Delaney, Hunter (companion, Josey), Shandolynn (companion, Justin), Kaleb (Jessica), and Madison (companion, Max); 23 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild; sister, Karen Crossland; brother, Jack Hunt and numerous nieces and nephews.Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 20 at Roberson Funeral Home, King City, MO. Cremation will follow the service and inurnment will be held at a later date. The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.<figure>
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Patricia Ann 'Pat' Workman 1936 - 2023

Marjorie Marie Helms Minor-Gregory left this world for her heavenly home on Saturday, May 13, 2023.

She was born November 4, 1925, on a farm south of Pattonsburg, MO, and was the daughter of Clarence and Ethel (Collins) Helms. She attended school in Santa Rosa, MO.

On November 11, 1941, she was united in marriage to Max James Minor. There were six children born of this marriage, Barbara (Leroy “Sonny”) Phillips of St. Joseph, MO; Sharon Shackelford of Seminole, FL; Janet Yarnell of St. Joseph, MO; Bruce (Alice) Minor of Waconia, MN; and Mary (Steve) Ingraham of Tuttle, OK. Marjorie has 9 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great-grandchildren.

Marjorie worked in the cosmetic department at Townsend &amp; Wall, K-Mart, Hirsch’s Department Store and Merle Norman before retiring. After retirement, she volunteered at Heartland Hospital. On December 31, 1992, Marjorie married Roy Gregory of St. Joseph, MO.

She was preceded in death by her first husband, Max J. Minor; her second husband, Roy Gregory; a son, Richard Lee Minor; a great-grandson, Dustin Beaman; her parents; brothers, Ralph and Harley Helms; and a sister, Elma McQueen.

Farewell Services and Public Livestream 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends one hour prior, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.

Marjorie Marie Helms Minor-Gregory left this world for her heavenly home on Saturday, May 13, 2023.She was born November 4, 1925, on a farm south of Pattonsburg, MO, and was the daughter of Clarence and Ethel (Collins) Helms. She attended school in Santa Rosa, MO.On November 11, 1941, she was united in marriage to Max James Minor. There were six children born of this marriage, Barbara (Leroy “Sonny”) Phillips of St. Joseph, MO; Sharon Shackelford of Seminole, FL; Janet Yarnell of St. Joseph, MO; Bruce (Alice) Minor of Waconia, MN; and Mary (Steve) Ingraham of Tuttle, OK. Marjorie has 9 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great-grandchildren.Marjorie worked in the cosmetic department at Townsend &amp; Wall, K-Mart, Hirsch’s Department Store and Merle Norman before retiring. After retirement, she volunteered at Heartland Hospital. On December 31, 1992, Marjorie married Roy Gregory of St. Joseph, MO.She was preceded in death by her first husband, Max J. Minor; her second husband, Roy Gregory; a son, Richard Lee Minor; a great-grandson, Dustin Beaman; her parents; brothers, Ralph and Harley Helms; and a sister, Elma McQueen.Farewell Services and Public Livestream 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends one hour prior, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.<figure>
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Marjorie Minor-Gregory 1925 - 2023

Esther  Dodd, 89, passed away on Saturday, May 13, 2023. 

Visitation will be held at Davis Funeral Chapel on Thursday, May 18, 2023 from 10 to 11 A.M. Funeral service will follow at 11 A.M. at Davis Funeral Chapel. Burial will be following at 12:30 P.M. at Leavenworth National Cemetery.

Esther Dodd, 89, passed away on Saturday, May 13, 2023. Visitation will be held at Davis Funeral Chapel on Thursday, May 18, 2023 from 10 to 11 A.M. Funeral service will follow at 11 A.M. at Davis Funeral Chapel. Burial will be following at 12:30 P.M. at Leavenworth National Cemetery.

Esther Dodd 1934 - 2023

Jackie Dean “Jack” Wade, 82 of Platte City, MO passed away at St. Luke’s Hospice House in Kansas City, MO. Jack was born in 1940 to Harry Virgil and Dorothy Fern (Edwards) Wade in Smithville, MO. 

Jack served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam Conflict. He later worked at TWA for 33 years as an electrician and aircraft mechanic. Jack was also very involved as a leader with the Boy Scouts for over 35 years, serving as Sachem in the Tribe of the Mic-O-Say; and served on staff at Philmont and H. Roe Bartle Scout Reservation at Osceola, MO. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, his stepfather Grant Long and his brother Ronald Wade. 

He is survived by his wife Peggy Cannon Wade; his son Jeffrey Wade; his uncle Bill Edwards; his nephew Todd Wade; brothers and sisters-in-law Eva and Jim U’Ren, and Randy and Judy Cannon; and numerous cousins. 

Jack was a very respected and kind man and would help anyone in any way he could. He was an avid reader who enjoyed science fiction and Louis L’Amour novels. 

A visitation is planned for Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at 10:00am followed by an 11:00 funeral service at the First Christian Church of Platte City, MO. Interment with military honors will follow at Pleasant Ridge Cemetery in Weston, MO.

Jackie Dean “Jack” Wade, 82 of Platte City, MO passed away at St. Luke’s Hospice House in Kansas City, MO. Jack was born in 1940 to Harry Virgil and Dorothy Fern (Edwards) Wade in Smithville, MO. Jack served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam Conflict. He later worked at TWA for 33 years as an electrician and aircraft mechanic. Jack was also very involved as a leader with the Boy Scouts for over 35 years, serving as Sachem in the Tribe of the Mic-O-Say; and served on staff at Philmont and H. Roe Bartle Scout Reservation at Osceola, MO. He was preceded in death by his parents, his stepfather Grant Long and his brother Ronald Wade. He is survived by his wife Peggy Cannon Wade; his son Jeffrey Wade; his uncle Bill Edwards; his nephew Todd Wade; brothers and sisters-in-law Eva and Jim U’Ren, and Randy and Judy Cannon; and numerous cousins. Jack was a very respected and kind man and would help anyone in any way he could. He was an avid reader who enjoyed science fiction and Louis L’Amour novels. A visitation is planned for Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at 10:00am followed by an 11:00 funeral service at the First Christian Church of Platte City, MO. Interment with military honors will follow at Pleasant Ridge Cemetery in Weston, MO.<figure>
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Jackie Dean 'Jack' Wade 1940 - 2023

Herman Buter, 95, of Easton, MO passed away May 12, 2023.

He was born on November 10, 1927 to Herman John and Mary (Rath) Buter in Dunlap, Iowa where he grew up and attended school. He proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War. After his honorable discharge, he returned to Dunlap. While working road construction in Wathena, KS, he met the love of his life Darlene.&nbsp;

On April 17, 1954, he married Frances Darlene Erb. After their marriage they lived in St. Joseph, MO and in 1969, they moved to Easton, MO where they made their home and raised their family. They were married for 66 years. Darlene passed away on January 9, 2021.&nbsp;

He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Easton, MO, Easton’s Lions Club and American Legion.&nbsp;

Herman retired as a heavy line mechanic from Nastrom Chevrolet in St. Joseph after 33 years. He enjoyed gardening, farming, doing chores, mushroom hunting with his dog Brownie and mowing on his zero-turn mower. Most of all Herman loved playing cards with his family. Herman was a proud veteran and honored his country by raising and lowering the American flag daily.&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his parents Herman and Mary, his wife Darlene and 12 brothers and sisters Albina, Alfred, Agnes, Leona, Tony, Lawrence, Madonna, Delores, Monica, Wilfred, and Rosita.&nbsp;

Herman is survived by sons, Mark (Rhonda) Buter, Calhoun LA; Michael Buter and Mitchell Buter both of Easton, MO; daughters, Mindy (Jeff) Pettijohn, Stewartsville, MO, and Marlene (Wes) Deweese, Easton, MO; grandchildren, Kyle, Kaylee, and Ashton; step-grandchildren, Gloria, Gabby, Kaylen, Reynna, and Shelby; numerous nieces, nephew, other relatives and many friends.&nbsp;

Rosary: 6:00 p.m. with Visitation following until 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 17th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower

Funeral Service: 10:00 a.m. Thursday, May 18th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower

Burial with Military Honors: St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Easton, MO.

Herman Buter, 95, of Easton, MO passed away May 12, 2023.He was born on November 10, 1927 to Herman John and Mary (Rath) Buter in Dunlap, Iowa where he grew up and attended school. He proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War. After his honorable discharge, he returned to Dunlap. While working road construction in Wathena, KS, he met the love of his life Darlene.&nbsp;On April 17, 1954, he married Frances Darlene Erb. After their marriage they lived in St. Joseph, MO and in 1969, they moved to Easton, MO where they made their home and raised their family. They were married for 66 years. Darlene passed away on January 9, 2021.&nbsp;He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Easton, MO, Easton’s Lions Club and American Legion.&nbsp;Herman retired as a heavy line mechanic from Nastrom Chevrolet in St. Joseph after 33 years. He enjoyed gardening, farming, doing chores, mushroom hunting with his dog Brownie and mowing on his zero-turn mower. Most of all Herman loved playing cards with his family. Herman was a proud veteran and honored his country by raising and lowering the American flag daily.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents Herman and Mary, his wife Darlene and 12 brothers and sisters Albina, Alfred, Agnes, Leona, Tony, Lawrence, Madonna, Delores, Monica, Wilfred, and Rosita.&nbsp;Herman is survived by sons, Mark (Rhonda) Buter, Calhoun LA; Michael Buter and Mitchell Buter both of Easton, MO; daughters, Mindy (Jeff) Pettijohn, Stewartsville, MO, and Marlene (Wes) Deweese, Easton, MO; grandchildren, Kyle, Kaylee, and Ashton; step-grandchildren, Gloria, Gabby, Kaylen, Reynna, and Shelby; numerous nieces, nephew, other relatives and many friends.&nbsp;Rosary: 6:00 p.m. with Visitation following until 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 17th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, GowerFuneral Service: 10:00 a.m. Thursday, May 18th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, GowerBurial with Military Honors: St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Easton, MO.<figure>
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Herman Buter 1927 - 2023

Patrick Mullendore, 58, of Dearborn, MO, formerly of Kansas City, MO passed away, May 7, 2023.

He was born on September 24, 1964 to Clinton Jerome and Donna Lea (Spiers) Mullendore in Smithville, MO. Pat grew up near Dearborn and graduated from North Platte High School in 1982, where he participated in sports, school plays, band and musical quartets.

On September 30, 1989 he was united in marriage to Mitchie (Sturgeon) Mullendore, and to this union they had three wonderful sons.

Pat was a certified surgical first assistant for several neurosurgeon and orthopedic surgeons in the Kansas City area for several years. His lifelong passion was music and was very talented on the keyboard. He could play any instrument and was a great singer and performer. He played in several bands in the area and around the country. He enjoyed coaching his three sons and his nephew’s baseball ball teams. Pat was a member of the Mt. Zion Baptist Church.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Paul and Euna Spiers and Lloyd and Retta Mullendore.&nbsp;

Pat is survived by his sons, Dax (Shelby) Mullendore, Jett Mullendore, and Zane Mullendore; parents, Clinton and Donna Mullendore; brothers, Darren Mullendore and Shawn (Brenda) Mullendore; nieces and nephews, Colton, Wyatt, Mikaylah, Kaden, Michael, Mandi, and Matt; uncles, aunts, cousins, and many friends.&nbsp;

The family will be hosting a Celebration of Life at 5:00 p.m. at the Mt. Zion Baptist Church Community Life Center, Edgerton, MO with visitation and fellowship meal following until 8:00 p.m.

Patrick Mullendore, 58, of Dearborn, MO, formerly of Kansas City, MO passed away, May 7, 2023.He was born on September 24, 1964 to Clinton Jerome and Donna Lea (Spiers) Mullendore in Smithville, MO. Pat grew up near Dearborn and graduated from North Platte High School in 1982, where he participated in sports, school plays, band and musical quartets.On September 30, 1989 he was united in marriage to Mitchie (Sturgeon) Mullendore, and to this union they had three wonderful sons.Pat was a certified surgical first assistant for several neurosurgeon and orthopedic surgeons in the Kansas City area for several years. His lifelong passion was music and was very talented on the keyboard. He could play any instrument and was a great singer and performer. He played in several bands in the area and around the country. He enjoyed coaching his three sons and his nephew’s baseball ball teams. Pat was a member of the Mt. Zion Baptist Church.He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Paul and Euna Spiers and Lloyd and Retta Mullendore.&nbsp;Pat is survived by his sons, Dax (Shelby) Mullendore, Jett Mullendore, and Zane Mullendore; parents, Clinton and Donna Mullendore; brothers, Darren Mullendore and Shawn (Brenda) Mullendore; nieces and nephews, Colton, Wyatt, Mikaylah, Kaden, Michael, Mandi, and Matt; uncles, aunts, cousins, and many friends.&nbsp;The family will be hosting a Celebration of Life at 5:00 p.m. at the Mt. Zion Baptist Church Community Life Center, Edgerton, MO with visitation and fellowship meal following until 8:00 p.m.

Patrick Mullendore 1964 - 2023

Thomas William “Bill” Simmons, 93, of Troy. Kansas passed away Sunday, May 14, 2023, at Vintage Park, Hiawatha, Kansas.

Bill was born on May 5, 1930, in Highland, Kansas to Robert and Cecil (Gibson) Simmons.

He was a member of the Troy Christian Church. Bill worked for Dolesse Brothers Concrete Company in Wichita, Kansas.

Bill married Wanda Lee Garren on July 18, 1949, in Troy, Kansas. She survives of the home.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Earl, Bob, Donnie, and David Simmons, sisters, Pauline, Mary Liechti, Julia Ross and Louella Golden, grandson, Jay Michael Simmons.

Additional survivors: children, Bill Simmons (Pam), Boling, Texas.

Janet Wilkening (Steve), Yukon, Oklahoma, Rick Simmons (Peggy), Troy, Kansas, Jacqui Anderson, Emporia, Kansas, and Lee Ann Friesen (Jon), Edmond, Oklahoma. 12 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren. Sister, Jerry Ruth Davis, San Antonia, Texas. Numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral Service: 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, May 17, 2023 at the Troy Christian Church, Troy, Kansas.

Visitation: 1:00 P.M. 1 hour prior to service at the church.

Friends may call after 2 P.M. Tuesday at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Troy, Kansas.

Thomas William “Bill” Simmons, 93, of Troy. Kansas passed away Sunday, May 14, 2023, at Vintage Park, Hiawatha, Kansas.Bill was born on May 5, 1930, in Highland, Kansas to Robert and Cecil (Gibson) Simmons.He was a member of the Troy Christian Church. Bill worked for Dolesse Brothers Concrete Company in Wichita, Kansas.Bill married Wanda Lee Garren on July 18, 1949, in Troy, Kansas. She survives of the home.He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Earl, Bob, Donnie, and David Simmons, sisters, Pauline, Mary Liechti, Julia Ross and Louella Golden, grandson, Jay Michael Simmons.Additional survivors: children, Bill Simmons (Pam), Boling, Texas.Janet Wilkening (Steve), Yukon, Oklahoma, Rick Simmons (Peggy), Troy, Kansas, Jacqui Anderson, Emporia, Kansas, and Lee Ann Friesen (Jon), Edmond, Oklahoma. 12 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren. Sister, Jerry Ruth Davis, San Antonia, Texas. Numerous nieces and nephews.Funeral Service: 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, May 17, 2023 at the Troy Christian Church, Troy, Kansas.Visitation: 1:00 P.M. 1 hour prior to service at the church.Friends may call after 2 P.M. Tuesday at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Troy, Kansas.Burial: Mount Olive Cemetery, Troy, Kansas.<figure>
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Thomas 'Bill' William Simmons 1930 - 2023

Sister Mary Kathryn (Mary Kevin) Taylor, OSB, 96, a Benedictine sister of Mount St. Scholastica, Atchison, Kans., died Friday, May 12, 2023, at the monastery. The vigil service will be Tuesday, May 16 at 7 p.m. in the monastery chapel, and the Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated there Wednesday, May 17, at 10:30 a.m.

Born on May 7, 1927, in Kansas City, Mo., Sister Mary Kathryn was the oldest of three children of Leo and Theresa Knoll Taylor. After graduating from Lillis High School, Kansas City, Mo., she entered the Mount community in 1944. She held a B.S. in education from Mount St. Scholastica College and master’s degree in English from Creighton University, and a reading specialist certification from U.M.K.C. She taught in Colorado, Kansas, and Missouri spending more than twenty years as an English teacher at St. Joseph High School in Shawnee and and reading specialist at Sumner and Harmon High Schools in Kansas City. Highlights of this time for her were traveling to China with other Kansas teachers as part of an exchange program with teachers from Hunan and accompanying students to Europe as a chaperone.&nbsp;After caring for her aging parents for a number of years, she was a receptionist for a care home and then volunteered for the Little Sisters of the Poor before returning to the monastery.

Sister Mary Kathryn was preceded in death by her parents, by her brother Leo Taylor and her sister, Sister Joan Taylor, OSB, and her monastic family. Arensberg Pruett Funeral Home (www.arensbergpruett.com) is in charge of arrangements.

Sister Mary Kathryn (Mary Kevin) Taylor, OSB, 96, a Benedictine sister of Mount St. Scholastica, Atchison, Kans., died Friday, May 12, 2023, at the monastery. The vigil service will be Tuesday, May 16 at 7 p.m. in the monastery chapel, and the Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated there Wednesday, May 17, at 10:30 a.m.Born on May 7, 1927, in Kansas City, Mo., Sister Mary Kathryn was the oldest of three children of Leo and Theresa Knoll Taylor. After graduating from Lillis High School, Kansas City, Mo., she entered the Mount community in 1944. She held a B.S. in education from Mount St. Scholastica College and master’s degree in English from Creighton University, and a reading specialist certification from U.M.K.C. She taught in Colorado, Kansas, and Missouri spending more than twenty years as an English teacher at St. Joseph High School in Shawnee and and reading specialist at Sumner and Harmon High Schools in Kansas City. Highlights of this time for her were traveling to China with other Kansas teachers as part of an exchange program with teachers from Hunan and accompanying students to Europe as a chaperone.&nbsp;After caring for her aging parents for a number of years, she was a receptionist for a care home and then volunteered for the Little Sisters of the Poor before returning to the monastery.Sister Mary Kathryn was preceded in death by her parents, by her brother Leo Taylor and her sister, Sister Joan Taylor, OSB, and her monastic family. Arensberg Pruett Funeral Home (www.arensbergpruett.com) is in charge of arrangements.<figure>
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Sister Mary Kathryn Taylor, OSB 1927 - 2023

Glenda Lou Bottorff, 88 of Lancaster, KS died on Saturday, May 13, 2023, at her home in Lancaster Private family graveside services and burial will be at a later date in the Sunset Memory Gardens, Atchison, KS. The body has been cremated and no public visitation or services will be held according to her wishes. Memorial contributions are suggested to the First Baptist Church and may be sent in care of the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home who is handling the arrangements. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com. Glenda Lou Duncan was born on Nov. 4, 1934, in Atchison, KS, the daughter of James R. and Flossie (Ernst) Duncan. She attended school in Atchison, graduating from AHS in 1952. On June 4th, 1955, she married Bob E. Bottorff. He preceded her in death on Sept. 6th, 2014. Glenda was a member of the First Baptist Church and loved cooking, collecting recipes, and gardening. She used her gardening skill and canned produce from her gardens. She looked forward to holidays and family gatherings and always served up lots of good food for everyone. She was an avid bowler and bowled in a league for years. Glenda loved to read books, mystery and romance were her choices. Glenda also got together on a weekly basis with her sister Betty Bilderback for lunch and shopping. They also attended Church on Sunday together. Glenda is survived by her daughter Gayle Theurer, Atchison, KS, two sons Scott Bottorff, Weston, MO and Brad (Kim) Bottorff, Atchison, KS, Daughter-in-law, Linda Bottorff, Lancaster, KS, her sister Loretta Sage, Topeka, KS, eight grandchildren Kyle Theurer, Justin (Kelli) Bottorff, Jordan Hawk, Tabatha (Brett) Davis, Jessica (Travis) Tanksley, Courtney (Billie) Brown, Hannah (Johnny) Kieser, and Holly Bottorff, and eight great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Bob, both parents, her sister Betty Bilderback, her brother James A. Duncan, her son Mark Bottorff and her daughter-in-law Denise Bottorff.

Glenda Lou Bottorff, 88 of Lancaster, KS died on Saturday, May 13, 2023, at her home in Lancaster Private family graveside services and burial will be at a later date in the Sunset Memory Gardens, Atchison, KS. The body has been cremated and no public visitation or services will be held according to her wishes. Memorial contributions are suggested to the First Baptist Church and may be sent in care of the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home who is handling the arrangements. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com. Glenda Lou Duncan was born on Nov. 4, 1934, in Atchison, KS, the daughter of James R. and Flossie (Ernst) Duncan. She attended school in Atchison, graduating from AHS in 1952. On June 4th, 1955, she married Bob E. Bottorff. He preceded her in death on Sept. 6th, 2014. Glenda was a member of the First Baptist Church and loved cooking, collecting recipes, and gardening. She used her gardening skill and canned produce from her gardens. She looked forward to holidays and family gatherings and always served up lots of good food for everyone. She was an avid bowler and bowled in a league for years. Glenda loved to read books, mystery and romance were her choices. Glenda also got together on a weekly basis with her sister Betty Bilderback for lunch and shopping. They also attended Church on Sunday together. Glenda is survived by her daughter Gayle Theurer, Atchison, KS, two sons Scott Bottorff, Weston, MO and Brad (Kim) Bottorff, Atchison, KS, Daughter-in-law, Linda Bottorff, Lancaster, KS, her sister Loretta Sage, Topeka, KS, eight grandchildren Kyle Theurer, Justin (Kelli) Bottorff, Jordan Hawk, Tabatha (Brett) Davis, Jessica (Travis) Tanksley, Courtney (Billie) Brown, Hannah (Johnny) Kieser, and Holly Bottorff, and eight great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Bob, both parents, her sister Betty Bilderback, her brother James A. Duncan, her son Mark Bottorff and her daughter-in-law Denise Bottorff.<figure>
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Glenda Lou Bottorff (Duncan) 1934 - 2023

Philip Joseph Trierweiler, 79 of Savannah MO passed away Friday, May 12, 2023 at LaVerna Village in Savannah, MO. He was born April 13th, 1944 to Raymond and Corinne (Blum) Trierweiler in Buck Grove, Iowa. His father died when Phil was young and Nick Bissen Jr became step father to four boys and one daughter. Phil married Donna Stessman in August 31, 1968 and have been married for 55 years.

Phil spent his life farming, enjoyed woodworking, making wooden toys for kids and many different crafts, along with gardening. Phil attended elementary school in Dow City Iowa, then 6th&nbsp;through 12th&nbsp;at St. Joseph School in Earling Iowa. He attended Iowa Western College for two years and received his Culinary degree.

Phil served in the Army National Guard and then returned to farming in Earling Iowa. After retiring from farming he and Donna moved to Savannah, MO in 2007.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ray and Corrine, Nick Bison Jr., his brothers James, Benedict and Donald, and sister-in-law Darlene Trierweiler.&nbsp;&nbsp;He is survived by his wife Donna, sister Elizabeth Wilcox, sister-in-law’s Margaret, Diane, and Mary Ann Trierweiler, many nieces, nephew, relatives, and friends.

Visitation and family receiving hour will be from 10:00 AM-11:00 AM, Thursday, May 18th, 2023 at First Baptist Church in Savannah MO. Funeral services will be 11:00 AM, Thursday, May 18th, 2023 at the church. Memorial contributions can be made to the Andrew County Ambulance service. Inurnment services will be Friday, June 2nd&nbsp;at 10:30 AM at Faith Family Church Harlan, Iowa and placement at St. Joseph Cemetery in Earling, Iowa.

Philip Joseph Trierweiler, 79 of Savannah MO passed away Friday, May 12, 2023 at LaVerna Village in Savannah, MO. He was born April 13th, 1944 to Raymond and Corinne (Blum) Trierweiler in Buck Grove, Iowa. His father died when Phil was young and Nick Bissen Jr became step father to four boys and one daughter. Phil married Donna Stessman in August 31, 1968 and have been married for 55 years.Phil spent his life farming, enjoyed woodworking, making wooden toys for kids and many different crafts, along with gardening. Phil attended elementary school in Dow City Iowa, then 6th&nbsp;through 12th&nbsp;at St. Joseph School in Earling Iowa. He attended Iowa Western College for two years and received his Culinary degree.Phil served in the Army National Guard and then returned to farming in Earling Iowa. After retiring from farming he and Donna moved to Savannah, MO in 2007.He was preceded in death by his parents, Ray and Corrine, Nick Bison Jr., his brothers James, Benedict and Donald, and sister-in-law Darlene Trierweiler.&nbsp;&nbsp;He is survived by his wife Donna, sister Elizabeth Wilcox, sister-in-law’s Margaret, Diane, and Mary Ann Trierweiler, many nieces, nephew, relatives, and friends.Visitation and family receiving hour will be from 10:00 AM-11:00 AM, Thursday, May 18th, 2023 at First Baptist Church in Savannah MO. Funeral services will be 11:00 AM, Thursday, May 18th, 2023 at the church. Memorial contributions can be made to the Andrew County Ambulance service. Inurnment services will be Friday, June 2nd&nbsp;at 10:30 AM at Faith Family Church Harlan, Iowa and placement at St. Joseph Cemetery in Earling, Iowa.<figure>
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Philip Joseph Trierweiler 1944 - 2023

Karen Gayle (Wise) Lewis, age 77, of St. Joseph, MO entered Heaven with Jesus on Thursday May 11, 2023. She was born July 17, 1945, to the late Lloyd Wise and Mildred (Campbell) Wise of rural Whitesville, MO. After graduating from King City High School in 1963, Karen worked in banking and later married sweetheart, Kenneth E. Lewis in April,1964. He survives.

Karen also leaves behind a daughter, Cheree (and Scott) Smith of Hull IL, two granddaughters, Taylor (and Ethan) Mangham of Pittsfield IL; Reagan Smith of Hull IL. Her brother, Roger (and Diane) Wise of Savannah, MO also survives. She was preceded in death by infant brother, Lewis.&nbsp;

Karen had a servant’s heart and balanced many roles in her 77 years here: Devoted daughter, sister, wife, friend, mother, only to name a few. Among her favorites was being “Nana” to Taylor &amp; Reagan.

Karen leaves a legacy of faith, wisdom, kindness, humor, love and grace.

We are grieving, but not like those who have no hope. She is fully in the presence of the Father and loved ones who went before her. Those who know Christ&nbsp;will&nbsp;see Karen again.&nbsp;&nbsp;(1 Thessalonians 4) Please join us in celebrating the life of this remarkable woman. Visitation will be from 5:00pm-8:00pm, Tuesday, May 16th, 2023 at Breit-Hawkins Funeral Home, Savannah. Funeral service will be held at 10:00am, Wednesday, May 17th, 2023 at Breit-Hawkins Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Whitesville Cemetery.

Karen Gayle (Wise) Lewis, age 77, of St. Joseph, MO entered Heaven with Jesus on Thursday May 11, 2023. She was born July 17, 1945, to the late Lloyd Wise and Mildred (Campbell) Wise of rural Whitesville, MO. After graduating from King City High School in 1963, Karen worked in banking and later married sweetheart, Kenneth E. Lewis in April,1964. He survives.Karen also leaves behind a daughter, Cheree (and Scott) Smith of Hull IL, two granddaughters, Taylor (and Ethan) Mangham of Pittsfield IL; Reagan Smith of Hull IL. Her brother, Roger (and Diane) Wise of Savannah, MO also survives. She was preceded in death by infant brother, Lewis.&nbsp;Karen had a servant’s heart and balanced many roles in her 77 years here: Devoted daughter, sister, wife, friend, mother, only to name a few. Among her favorites was being “Nana” to Taylor &amp; Reagan.Karen leaves a legacy of faith, wisdom, kindness, humor, love and grace.We are grieving, but not like those who have no hope. She is fully in the presence of the Father and loved ones who went before her. Those who know Christ&nbsp;will&nbsp;see Karen again.&nbsp;&nbsp;(1 Thessalonians 4) Please join us in celebrating the life of this remarkable woman. Visitation will be from 5:00pm-8:00pm, Tuesday, May 16th, 2023 at Breit-Hawkins Funeral Home, Savannah. Funeral service will be held at 10:00am, Wednesday, May 17th, 2023 at Breit-Hawkins Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Whitesville Cemetery.<figure>
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Karen Gayle Lewis 1945 - 2023

Sharon Elaine Ferris, 79, of St. Joseph, MO passed away  Saturday, May 13, 2023 at a Savannah, MO health care facility. She was born June 4, 1943 in St. Joseph, daughter of Doralene and Thomas Stewart. 

Sharon enjoyed doing word searches, watching soap operas and her classic TV shows and especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. She was a Catholic and attended St. James Catholic Church. 

Sharon was preceded in death by husband, James Harold Ferris in 1985, her parents and daughter, Sheryl Reed. 

Survivors include son, Thomas Nigh of St. Joseph, siblings, Lonnie Stewart, Steve Stewart and Sandra Meeks, granddaughters, Veronica (Aaron) Thompson, Victoria Reed (Christian Woodbury) and Georgia Reed and her longtime caregiver and dear friend, Amanda Auxier, and 8 great-grandchildren, all of St. Joseph.

Per Sharon's wishes, her body has been donated to science.

Sharon Elaine Ferris, 79, of St. Joseph, MO passed away Saturday, May 13, 2023 at a Savannah, MO health care facility. She was born June 4, 1943 in St. Joseph, daughter of Doralene and Thomas Stewart. Sharon enjoyed doing word searches, watching soap operas and her classic TV shows and especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. She was a Catholic and attended St. James Catholic Church. Sharon was preceded in death by husband, James Harold Ferris in 1985, her parents and daughter, Sheryl Reed. Survivors include son, Thomas Nigh of St. Joseph, siblings, Lonnie Stewart, Steve Stewart and Sandra Meeks, granddaughters, Veronica (Aaron) Thompson, Victoria Reed (Christian Woodbury) and Georgia Reed and her longtime caregiver and dear friend, Amanda Auxier, and 8 great-grandchildren, all of St. Joseph.Per Sharon's wishes, her body has been donated to science.<figure>
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Sharon Elaine Ferris 1943 - 2023

Kenneth "Kenny" D. McDaniel Sr. 67, of Savannah, Missouri passed away Saturday May 13, 2023 in Kansas City hosptial. He was born September 29, 1955 in Elwood, Kansas son of the late Opal &amp; Charles McDaniel Sr. 

He attended Lafayette High School. Charles married Beth McDaniel on February 12, 1977. and worked at Goodman's Auto in Platte City as an Alignment Technician. He enjoyed drag racing and camping.

Kenny was preceded in death by his parents, daughter, Angie McDaniel Greenhaw, brothers, Albert, Danny, Donnie, and Richard Vincent McDaniel, and a sister, Mary Foster.&nbsp;

He is survived by wife, Beth McDaniel of the home, son, Kenny McDaniel Jr., brothers, Charles (Tamara) McDaniel Jr. and Ronnie (Terri) McDaniel, a sister, Aline Hawkins of Wathena, KS, grandchildren, Jaston, Jase, Kennan, Angelaina, and Chevy, along with numerous nieces and nephews, his best friend, a brother from another mother Stevie Rivera and his boys.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm on Wednesday at the Rupp Funeral Home. He will be cremated under the care of the Rupp Funeral Home.

Kenneth "Kenny" D. McDaniel Sr. 67, of Savannah, Missouri passed away Saturday May 13, 2023 in Kansas City hosptial. He was born September 29, 1955 in Elwood, Kansas son of the late Opal &amp; Charles McDaniel Sr. He attended Lafayette High School. Charles married Beth McDaniel on February 12, 1977. and worked at Goodman's Auto in Platte City as an Alignment Technician. He enjoyed drag racing and camping. Kenny was preceded in death by his parents, daughter, Angie McDaniel Greenhaw, brothers, Albert, Danny, Donnie, and Richard Vincent McDaniel, and a sister, Mary Foster.&nbsp; He is survived by wife, Beth McDaniel of the home, son, Kenny McDaniel Jr., brothers, Charles (Tamara) McDaniel Jr. and Ronnie (Terri) McDaniel, a sister, Aline Hawkins of Wathena, KS, grandchildren, Jaston, Jase, Kennan, Angelaina, and Chevy, along with numerous nieces and nephews, his best friend, a brother from another mother Stevie Rivera and his boys. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm on Wednesday at the Rupp Funeral Home. He will be cremated under the care of the Rupp Funeral Home.<figure>
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Kenneth D. McDaniel Sr. 1955 - 2023

Arfin Rincher 21, of Iowa, passed away Sunday, April 9, 2023 in Ottumwa, IA. He was born May 27, 2001 in Chuuk, Federated States of Micronesia, the son of Maria and Rupenty Kanus. 

Survived by his parents, and three children.&nbsp;

Funeral services and public live stream; 11:00 am, Sunday, May 14, 2023 at the Rupp Funeral Home. He will then be repatriated to Chuuk, Micronesia.

Arfin Rincher 21, of Iowa, passed away Sunday, April 9, 2023 in Ottumwa, IA. He was born May 27, 2001 in Chuuk, Federated States of Micronesia, the son of Maria and Rupenty Kanus. Survived by his parents, and three children.&nbsp; Funeral services and public live stream; 11:00 am, Sunday, May 14, 2023 at the Rupp Funeral Home. He will then be repatriated to Chuuk, Micronesia.<figure>
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Arflin Rincher 2001 - 2023

Walter D. Schmid, 76, Jamesport, Missouri, passed away Saturday, May 13, 2023.

He was born June 25, 1946, to Charles and Irene (Dewey) Schmid in Dubuque, Iowa.

On June 24, 1972, Walter married Diane Feehery. She survives of the home.

Survivors include his wife, Diane, their children, and grandchildren.

Walter D. Schmid, 76, Jamesport, Missouri, passed away Saturday, May 13, 2023.He was born June 25, 1946, to Charles and Irene (Dewey) Schmid in Dubuque, Iowa.On June 24, 1972, Walter married Diane Feehery. She survives of the home.He was preceded in death by his parents.Survivors include his wife, Diane, their children, and grandchildren.Cremation under the direction of Simplify Cremations &amp; Funerals.

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