Patricia Jean “Patti” Eiman passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, January 12, 2023, at the age of 62 with loved ones at her side. She was diagnosed with melanoma in 2021 which took over her physical body, but it never took her optimistic spirit.

Patti was born on April 10, 1960, to Robert and Jean Myers, the fifth of nine children. Born in Compton, California, and a transplant to Gladstone, she ended up in Savannah, MO which is the town she called home.

Patti graduated from Savannah High School in 1978 and was proud of her career in the real estate title business at First American Title, formerly Hall Abstract, where she made so many friends over the years. She loved to serve others both in business and through volunteer service. She was a member of St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce, former President of the Rotary club, a campaign chair for the United Way of Greater St. Joseph, and one of the first women within the Sertoma Club. Patti was known for dancing any time music was playing and doing karaoke with her kids. Patti’s greatest accomplishments, in her mind, were her children and grandchildren.

Patti is preceded in death by her father, Robert Myers; father-in-law, Dale Eiman; mother-in-law, Scharlene Wilmes; sister-in-law, Leanna Myers; brother-in-law, Jeff Eiman; grandchild, Ryder Dunlap.

Survivors include her mother, Jean Myers; husband, Richard Eiman; children, April (Dustin) Beauford, Sara (Casey) Chamberlain, Tyson (Kim) Schank, Jeff (Kaitlin) Eiman; grandchildren, Corbin, Haley, Lily, Abby, Lexi, Emma, Addison, Sage; siblings, Bob (Eva), Steve (Michelle), Rick, Ted (Connie), Tim (Missy), Tom (Mindi), Jennifer (Eric), and Ellen (Grant); sibling-in-laws, Scott (Barbie), Lana (Craig), and Brandon (Mindy), as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Farewell Services and Public Livestream 1:00 P.M. Thursday, Grace Calvary Chapel. Interment Savannah Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 4:30 to 7:30 P.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. The family would like to give a special thank you to the amazing nurses and staff of Mosaic Life Care Oncology Unit, the Cancer Center, and Hospice, as they made Patti’s last days very comfortable and personal. They would also like to thank Dr. Gary Doolittle at KU Med Center for his expertise and empathetic care.

Patricia Jean “Patti” Eiman passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, January 12, 2023, at the age of 62 with loved ones at her side. She was diagnosed with melanoma in 2021 which took over her physical body, but it never took her optimistic spirit.Patti was born on April 10, 1960, to Robert and Jean Myers, the fifth of nine children. Born in Compton, California, and a transplant to Gladstone, she ended up in Savannah, MO which is the town she called home.Patti graduated from Savannah High School in 1978 and was proud of her career in the real estate title business at First American Title, formerly Hall Abstract, where she made so many friends over the years. She loved to serve others both in business and through volunteer service. She was a member of St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce, former President of the Rotary club, a campaign chair for the United Way of Greater St. Joseph, and one of the first women within the Sertoma Club. Patti was known for dancing any time music was playing and doing karaoke with her kids. Patti’s greatest accomplishments, in her mind, were her children and grandchildren.Patti is preceded in death by her father, Robert Myers; father-in-law, Dale Eiman; mother-in-law, Scharlene Wilmes; sister-in-law, Leanna Myers; brother-in-law, Jeff Eiman; grandchild, Ryder Dunlap.Survivors include her mother, Jean Myers; husband, Richard Eiman; children, April (Dustin) Beauford, Sara (Casey) Chamberlain, Tyson (Kim) Schank, Jeff (Kaitlin) Eiman; grandchildren, Corbin, Haley, Lily, Abby, Lexi, Emma, Addison, Sage; siblings, Bob (Eva), Steve (Michelle), Rick, Ted (Connie), Tim (Missy), Tom (Mindi), Jennifer (Eric), and Ellen (Grant); sibling-in-laws, Scott (Barbie), Lana (Craig), and Brandon (Mindy), as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.Farewell Services and Public Livestream 1:00 P.M. Thursday, Grace Calvary Chapel. Interment Savannah Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 4:30 to 7:30 P.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. The family would like to give a special thank you to the amazing nurses and staff of Mosaic Life Care Oncology Unit, the Cancer Center, and Hospice, as they made Patti’s last days very comfortable and personal. They would also like to thank Dr. Gary Doolittle at KU Med Center for his expertise and empathetic care.<figure>
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Patricia Jean "Patti" Eiman 1960 - 2023

Emma D. Grooms passed away quietly on January 11, 2023, at Living Community of St. Joseph, Missouri. Emma D. lived her entire life in the Cosby and St. Joseph, Missouri communities.

Emma D. was born January 6, 1926, in Cosby, Missouri to Clarence H. and Pearl (Ford) Vennekohl. She attended Savannah High School and graduated in 1943. Following high school, she attended the Missouri Methodist School of Nursing, St. Joseph, Missouri, graduating as a registered nurse in 1946. During her nursing education, she enlisted in the U.S. Nurse Cadet Corps, serving from 1943 to 1946, and would have served in the U.S. Army if, World War 2 had continued.

While working as a nursing supervisor at Missouri Methodist Hospital, she became reacquainted with Lowell Dean “L.D.” Snowden, a high school classmate, while he was a patient on her unit. After he recovered, they started dating and later, they were married on January 9, 1949. L.D. and Emma D. moved to a farm near Cosby where they farmed and raised their family together until he passed away in 1974. Several years later, Emma D. met Max W. Grooms who she married in 1979. Max passed away in 1990.

As an RN, nursing patients was very important to Emma D. Since her mother had always wanted to be a nurse, Emma D. carried on her mother’s dream by completing the required nursing studies. Her nursing career spanned 50 years which included serving as a supervisor at Methodist hospital and working at several area nursing homes. She remained close to many of her nursing classmates and attended reunions well into her 80’s.

Emma D. was active at the churches she attended, and she was involved in several local clubs. She accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as her Savior while attending the Cosby Evangelical United Brethren Church. At an early age, she began playing the piano at the Cosby EUB Church and later in life she played both the piano and organ for services at the Long Branch Christian Church and Clair United Methodist Church. Most recently, Emma D. was a member of the Clair United Methodist Church, active in the Clair United Methodist Women’s group, and served as the local and regional president of this group. She also was a member of the Questors, Runcie Club, and the Moila Shrine Needles.

Preceding Emma D. in death were her parents, brother Donald, husbands L. D. and Max, and her grandson, Clinton Watts.

She is survived by her children, Janet (Gary) Watts of Fernandina Beach, Florida, Dr. Kent (Suzanne) Snowden of St. Louis, Missouri, and Kevin (Lori) Snowden of St. Joseph, Missouri, 8 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.

Farewell Services and Public Livestream 3:00 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 4:00 to 6:00 P.M. Sunday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.

Emma D. Grooms passed away quietly on January 11, 2023, at Living Community of St. Joseph, Missouri. Emma D. lived her entire life in the Cosby and St. Joseph, Missouri communities.Emma D. was born January 6, 1926, in Cosby, Missouri to Clarence H. and Pearl (Ford) Vennekohl. She attended Savannah High School and graduated in 1943. Following high school, she attended the Missouri Methodist School of Nursing, St. Joseph, Missouri, graduating as a registered nurse in 1946. During her nursing education, she enlisted in the U.S. Nurse Cadet Corps, serving from 1943 to 1946, and would have served in the U.S. Army if, World War 2 had continued.While working as a nursing supervisor at Missouri Methodist Hospital, she became reacquainted with Lowell Dean “L.D.” Snowden, a high school classmate, while he was a patient on her unit. After he recovered, they started dating and later, they were married on January 9, 1949. L.D. and Emma D. moved to a farm near Cosby where they farmed and raised their family together until he passed away in 1974. Several years later, Emma D. met Max W. Grooms who she married in 1979. Max passed away in 1990.As an RN, nursing patients was very important to Emma D. Since her mother had always wanted to be a nurse, Emma D. carried on her mother’s dream by completing the required nursing studies. Her nursing career spanned 50 years which included serving as a supervisor at Methodist hospital and working at several area nursing homes. She remained close to many of her nursing classmates and attended reunions well into her 80’s.Emma D. was active at the churches she attended, and she was involved in several local clubs. She accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as her Savior while attending the Cosby Evangelical United Brethren Church. At an early age, she began playing the piano at the Cosby EUB Church and later in life she played both the piano and organ for services at the Long Branch Christian Church and Clair United Methodist Church. Most recently, Emma D. was a member of the Clair United Methodist Church, active in the Clair United Methodist Women’s group, and served as the local and regional president of this group. She also was a member of the Questors, Runcie Club, and the Moila Shrine Needles.Preceding Emma D. in death were her parents, brother Donald, husbands L. D. and Max, and her grandson, Clinton Watts.She is survived by her children, Janet (Gary) Watts of Fernandina Beach, Florida, Dr. Kent (Suzanne) Snowden of St. Louis, Missouri, and Kevin (Lori) Snowden of St. Joseph, Missouri, 8 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.Farewell Services and Public Livestream 3:00 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 4:00 to 6:00 P.M. Sunday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.<figure>
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Emma D. Snowden Grooms 1926 - 2023

TROY, KANSAS&nbsp;&nbsp;Esther (Weber) Engemann, 92, of Troy, Kansas passed away Thursday, January 12, 2023 at The Willow in Wathena, Kansas.&nbsp;

Esther was born March 16, 1930 to Walter and Nora Weber.&nbsp;&nbsp;She worked at the Beaty Grocery Store in Troy for 15 years.&nbsp;&nbsp;Esther later joined the Family Business, Engemann Construction Company as bookkeeper.&nbsp;

She was a member of the Troy United Methodist Church.&nbsp;&nbsp;Esther was very active in her church.&nbsp;&nbsp;Later she transferred her membership to Wathena United Methodist Church.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

She married Frank Engemann August 16, 1946.&nbsp;&nbsp;He preceded her in death on March 16, 2000.&nbsp;&nbsp;Esther was also preceded by her parents, son-in-law, Mike Franken, brother, Edward Weber, sisters, Pearl Rotterman, Mary Rotterman and Betty Sigrist.&nbsp;

Survivors include her daughters, Karen Pickerell (Merle) and Bev Franken,&nbsp;Son, Roger Engemann (Kay), 8 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, Sister, Virginia Welch.

Esther was very proud of her family.&nbsp;

FUNERAL:&nbsp;&nbsp;Monday, January 16, 2023 – 10:30 A.M. at the United Methodist Church in Wathena, Kansas&nbsp;

Visitation, family will receive friends Sunday 5-7 pm at the Harman Rohde Funeral Home in Troy, Kansas where friends may call after 12:00 Noon Sunday.&nbsp;

Burial at the Mount Olive Cemetery in Troy, Kansas.

TROY, KANSAS&nbsp;&nbsp;Esther (Weber) Engemann, 92, of Troy, Kansas passed away Thursday, January 12, 2023 at The Willow in Wathena, Kansas.&nbsp;Esther was born March 16, 1930 to Walter and Nora Weber.&nbsp;&nbsp;She worked at the Beaty Grocery Store in Troy for 15 years.&nbsp;&nbsp;Esther later joined the Family Business, Engemann Construction Company as bookkeeper.&nbsp;She was a member of the Troy United Methodist Church.&nbsp;&nbsp;Esther was very active in her church.&nbsp;&nbsp;Later she transferred her membership to Wathena United Methodist Church.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;She married Frank Engemann August 16, 1946.&nbsp;&nbsp;He preceded her in death on March 16, 2000.&nbsp;&nbsp;Esther was also preceded by her parents, son-in-law, Mike Franken, brother, Edward Weber, sisters, Pearl Rotterman, Mary Rotterman and Betty Sigrist.&nbsp;Survivors include her daughters, Karen Pickerell (Merle) and Bev Franken,&nbsp;Son, Roger Engemann (Kay), 8 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, Sister, Virginia Welch.Esther was very proud of her family.&nbsp;FUNERAL:&nbsp;&nbsp;Monday, January 16, 2023 – 10:30 A.M. at the United Methodist Church in Wathena, Kansas&nbsp;Visitation, family will receive friends Sunday 5-7 pm at the Harman Rohde Funeral Home in Troy, Kansas where friends may call after 12:00 Noon Sunday.&nbsp;Burial at the Mount Olive Cemetery in Troy, Kansas.<figure>
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Esther Engemann 1930 - 2023

Alfred “Al” Sigrist, 81, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, January 6, 2023.

He was born April 20, 1941, in Iatan, Missouri to Alfred and Olive (Goodlet) Sigrist.

Al married Linda L. Griffith on June 21, 1963. He was a member of the US Army for 3 years.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister.

Survivors include his wife; daughters, Lori L. O’Neal (Keith) and Alison L. Sigrist; five grandchildren; three sisters.

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

Alfred “Al” Sigrist, 81, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, January 6, 2023.He was born April 20, 1941, in Iatan, Missouri to Alfred and Olive (Goodlet) Sigrist.Al married Linda L. Griffith on June 21, 1963. He was a member of the US Army for 3 years.He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister.Survivors include his wife; daughters, Lori L. O’Neal (Keith) and Alison L. Sigrist; five grandchildren; three sisters.Private Farewell Services under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.

Alfred "Al" Sigrist 1941 - 2023

Daniel Marcel “Boo” Hayes, 51, of St. Joseph, MO, was called home January 3, 2023.

Daniel was born June 13, 1971, to Lawrence A. and Linda Hayes in Leavenworth, KS. He was a member of Davis Temple in Plattsburg, MO. He attended Benton High School and later obtained his Diesel Mechanic Certification. He also went to culinary school.

Daniel was a devoted family man and a jack of all trades. There was hardly anything he was unable to do, and if he couldn't do it, he would figure out how to get it done. He could light up a room with his infectious smile and bring joy to everyone. He was very expressive and passionate about his family, friends and everything he loved.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Linda E. Hayes; his grandparents, Howard L. May, Sylvia and Lawrence L. Hayes, Ora D. and Leila May; his sibling, Lawrence R. Hayes; his aunts, Jenny, Debbie and Aggie Hayes; his uncle, Timmy Hayes.

Survivors include: his father, Lawrence A. {Freda} Hayes; his grandmother, Ruth May; his daughters, Jalisa Irvin, Tekaila Williams, Taisha {Melvin} Jacobs and Destiny Hayes; his sons, Deshon Goodwin, Da’Lon Hayes, Tiki Fanning, Demiko Fanning and Tyzell Harrington; his sisters, Phelisha Hayes, Larolyn {Brandon} Hayes-Dodd, Lamia Byrd and Famika {Eric} Grimmett-Peters; his aunts, Arlene Wilkinson, &nbsp;Linda {Donald} Bundy, Margaret Hayes and Sonja Hayes-Sheeley; his uncles, Dennis May, Daniel May Sr. {Jodi}, Keith {Toni} Hayes, James Hayes, Billy {Edna} Hayes, Greg {Tracy} Hayes; 13 grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews, family and friends.

Healing farewell services will be held 1:00PM Saturday Jan. 14, 2023 at the Greater Jesus Tabernacle St Joseph MO., the family will gather with friends 6-8pm Friday at the Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.&nbsp;

Arrangements Bailey &amp; Cox Family Funeral Service Plattsburg Mo.

Daniel Marcel “Boo” Hayes, 51, of St. Joseph, MO, was called home January 3, 2023.Daniel was born June 13, 1971, to Lawrence A. and Linda Hayes in Leavenworth, KS. He was a member of Davis Temple in Plattsburg, MO. He attended Benton High School and later obtained his Diesel Mechanic Certification. He also went to culinary school.Daniel was a devoted family man and a jack of all trades. There was hardly anything he was unable to do, and if he couldn't do it, he would figure out how to get it done. He could light up a room with his infectious smile and bring joy to everyone. He was very expressive and passionate about his family, friends and everything he loved.He was preceded in death by his mother, Linda E. Hayes; his grandparents, Howard L. May, Sylvia and Lawrence L. Hayes, Ora D. and Leila May; his sibling, Lawrence R. Hayes; his aunts, Jenny, Debbie and Aggie Hayes; his uncle, Timmy Hayes.Survivors include: his father, Lawrence A. {Freda} Hayes; his grandmother, Ruth May; his daughters, Jalisa Irvin, Tekaila Williams, Taisha {Melvin} Jacobs and Destiny Hayes; his sons, Deshon Goodwin, Da’Lon Hayes, Tiki Fanning, Demiko Fanning and Tyzell Harrington; his sisters, Phelisha Hayes, Larolyn {Brandon} Hayes-Dodd, Lamia Byrd and Famika {Eric} Grimmett-Peters; his aunts, Arlene Wilkinson, &nbsp;Linda {Donald} Bundy, Margaret Hayes and Sonja Hayes-Sheeley; his uncles, Dennis May, Daniel May Sr. {Jodi}, Keith {Toni} Hayes, James Hayes, Billy {Edna} Hayes, Greg {Tracy} Hayes; 13 grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews, family and friends.Healing farewell services will be held 1:00PM Saturday Jan. 14, 2023 at the Greater Jesus Tabernacle St Joseph MO., the family will gather with friends 6-8pm Friday at the Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.&nbsp;Arrangements Bailey &amp; Cox Family Funeral Service Plattsburg Mo.<figure>
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Daniel Marcel Hayes 1971 - 2023

Mankato, KS……Jordan David “Jordy” Cluck, 28, formerly of Highland, currently residing at Mankato, died January 8, 2023.

Jordy was born in St. Joseph, Missouri, September 20, 1994, the youngest son of David Wayne and Angelia Denise Koelliker Cluck. He grew up at Highland where he attended schools and graduated Doniphan West High School with the class of 2013. Jordy later graduated from Beloit Technical School in 2015 as a diesel mechanic. Jordy starting working for area farmers in the Mankato area for a time and found he enjoyed the lifestyle farm life offers, so much so he worked and became a manager of a cattle operation which he thoroughly loved!&nbsp; He enjoyed working with horses and roping along with checking cattle on horseback, loved his children, nieces and nephews.

Jordan was a member of the Community of Christ at Fanning.

While living and working at Mankato, he met his future wife Tiarra Elkins and they married October 5, 2019.&nbsp; She survives.

Also surviving are his children Boone and Blayklee Cluck, step-children whom he raised as his own: Ryleigh, Brenley, and Graci McCary; his parents Angie and David Cluck; sister Miranda Jensen (AJ); brothers Nick Cluck, Matt Cluck (Jennifer); grandfather Gary Koelliker; many aunts, uncles and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, aunts and uncles.

A Celebration of Jordan’s life is planned for 10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 14, 2023 at Community of Christ in Fanning. Lil Twombly and Mark Twombly will officiate. Interment will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery, Severance.

Friends may call at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home after 12 noon Friday until 4. The family will be with friends from 6 until 8 Friday evening at the Church.

Mankato, KS……Jordan David “Jordy” Cluck, 28, formerly of Highland, currently residing at Mankato, died January 8, 2023.Jordy was born in St. Joseph, Missouri, September 20, 1994, the youngest son of David Wayne and Angelia Denise Koelliker Cluck. He grew up at Highland where he attended schools and graduated Doniphan West High School with the class of 2013. Jordy later graduated from Beloit Technical School in 2015 as a diesel mechanic. Jordy starting working for area farmers in the Mankato area for a time and found he enjoyed the lifestyle farm life offers, so much so he worked and became a manager of a cattle operation which he thoroughly loved!&nbsp; He enjoyed working with horses and roping along with checking cattle on horseback, loved his children, nieces and nephews.Jordan was a member of the Community of Christ at Fanning.While living and working at Mankato, he met his future wife Tiarra Elkins and they married October 5, 2019.&nbsp; She survives.Also surviving are his children Boone and Blayklee Cluck, step-children whom he raised as his own: Ryleigh, Brenley, and Graci McCary; his parents Angie and David Cluck; sister Miranda Jensen (AJ); brothers Nick Cluck, Matt Cluck (Jennifer); grandfather Gary Koelliker; many aunts, uncles and cousins.He was preceded in death by his grandparents, aunts and uncles.A Celebration of Jordan’s life is planned for 10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 14, 2023 at Community of Christ in Fanning. Lil Twombly and Mark Twombly will officiate. Interment will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery, Severance.Friends may call at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home after 12 noon Friday until 4. The family will be with friends from 6 until 8 Friday evening at the Church.<figure>
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Jordan David "Jordy" Cluck 1994 - 2023

Bryce Kevin Brobst, 59, of Hiawatha, passed away on Wednesday, January 11, 2023 after battling esophageal cancer initially diagnosed in May 2020. Bryce was born in Beloit, KS, on December 6, 1963, to Marvin Wendell and Carol Jean (Hackett) Brobst.

Bryce’s upbringing on the farm led to his lifelong passion for agriculture, graduating from Beloit High School in 1982. Playing trombone, a jazz band scholarship landed him at Cloud County Community College for 2 years. Then while completing his agronomic degree at K-State, Bryce met the love of his life, Lora Erickson, after her sister Karla Buchanan claimed he had sheep out and sent Lora to assist.&nbsp; Come to find out, Bryce would always say, “yes, his sheep were out… out in the pen where they belonged.” They married on May 23, 1987 and began their lives together in Sublette, KS, where Bryce worked for independent crop consultant Loarn Bucl. Various agronomy positions over the years led them and their growing family, always in Kansas, to Ellinwood, Baldwin City, Minneapolis and finally, Hiawatha, where they have resided for the past 21 years. Most recently, Bryce was employed as North Central KS Seed Manager for Taylor Seed Farms of White Cloud, KS.&nbsp;

Along with his enthusiasm for agriculture, including Suffolk sheep, Bryce had a deep faith in God. He and Lora actively shared their faith through youth group, Sunday School, Bible Study, and church board leadership positions. Bryce naturally wove together his love of farming with his love for the Lord. This was reflected in daily life and in messages/teachings he shared.

Family was everything to Bryce. As the rock and support of their family, he and Lora raised their daughters, also known as their 3 chickadees, Megan, Lindsy and Molly. For the past 15 years, he also held the beloved title of ‘grandpa’ to his 7 grandchildren and one on the way.

Surviving Bryce are his wife, Lora, of 35 years, daughters Megan Brobst, Lindsy Long (Josh), Molly Spire (Cody), and grandchildren Landyn Brobst, Ryker Massey, Amara Brobst, Kevin Long, Charlie Long, Kinsley Spire, and Benjamin Bryce Spire. Also surviving him are his father, Marvin Brobst, sister Rebecca Jones (Mike), nieces, nephews, and numerous extended family. Preceding him in death were his mother Carol Trickett and father and mother in-law Jerry and Patty Erickson.

A celebration of Bryce’s life is planned for 2:30 p.m., Saturday, January 14, 2023, at Eternal Hope Worship Center in Hiawatha. The service will be live-streamed online at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com/">www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com</a>.

Friends may call at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hiawatha until 4 p.m. Friday.

Bryce Kevin Brobst, 59, of Hiawatha, passed away on Wednesday, January 11, 2023 after battling esophageal cancer initially diagnosed in May 2020. Bryce was born in Beloit, KS, on December 6, 1963, to Marvin Wendell and Carol Jean (Hackett) Brobst.Bryce’s upbringing on the farm led to his lifelong passion for agriculture, graduating from Beloit High School in 1982. Playing trombone, a jazz band scholarship landed him at Cloud County Community College for 2 years. Then while completing his agronomic degree at K-State, Bryce met the love of his life, Lora Erickson, after her sister Karla Buchanan claimed he had sheep out and sent Lora to assist.&nbsp; Come to find out, Bryce would always say, “yes, his sheep were out… out in the pen where they belonged.” They married on May 23, 1987 and began their lives together in Sublette, KS, where Bryce worked for independent crop consultant Loarn Bucl. Various agronomy positions over the years led them and their growing family, always in Kansas, to Ellinwood, Baldwin City, Minneapolis and finally, Hiawatha, where they have resided for the past 21 years. Most recently, Bryce was employed as North Central KS Seed Manager for Taylor Seed Farms of White Cloud, KS.&nbsp;Along with his enthusiasm for agriculture, including Suffolk sheep, Bryce had a deep faith in God. He and Lora actively shared their faith through youth group, Sunday School, Bible Study, and church board leadership positions. Bryce naturally wove together his love of farming with his love for the Lord. This was reflected in daily life and in messages/teachings he shared.Family was everything to Bryce. As the rock and support of their family, he and Lora raised their daughters, also known as their 3 chickadees, Megan, Lindsy and Molly. For the past 15 years, he also held the beloved title of ‘grandpa’ to his 7 grandchildren and one on the way.Surviving Bryce are his wife, Lora, of 35 years, daughters Megan Brobst, Lindsy Long (Josh), Molly Spire (Cody), and grandchildren Landyn Brobst, Ryker Massey, Amara Brobst, Kevin Long, Charlie Long, Kinsley Spire, and Benjamin Bryce Spire. Also surviving him are his father, Marvin Brobst, sister Rebecca Jones (Mike), nieces, nephews, and numerous extended family. Preceding him in death were his mother Carol Trickett and father and mother in-law Jerry and Patty Erickson.A celebration of Bryce’s life is planned for 2:30 p.m., Saturday, January 14, 2023, at Eternal Hope Worship Center in Hiawatha. The service will be live-streamed online at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com/">www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com</a>.Friends may call at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hiawatha until 4 p.m. Friday.<figure>
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Bryce Kevin Brobst 1963 - 2023

Charles “Chuck” Edward Lawrence, St. Joseph, MO, passed away December 31, 2022 at the age of 65. Recently, Chuck had a reoccurrence of lymphoma and died from complications of pneumonia. Chuck was preceded in death by his parents Edward S. and JoAnn Lawrence.

Chuck was a 1976 graduate of DeKalb High School. He had a deep love of music and pizza. In recent years he enjoyed living in Tucson, AZ and loved working for Caterpillar driving Cats at the test site. He also lived many years with his daughter and her family. Recently he had returned to St. Joseph. Chuck loved his family and spending time with his grandchildren.

Chuck was survived by his daughter Rachel Elledge (Jay), Charleston, South Carolina; son, Lance Lawrence (Mary), St. Joseph; five grandchildren: Aiden, Josalynn, and Trityn Elledge, Kingston and Monroe Lawrence; sister, Sandra Flocks, Houston, Texas; brother Kirk Lawrence (Lorna), Fort Worth, Texas; also, his best friend Arnie.

The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses, and staff for their excellent care of Chuck, especially while he spent the holidays at Mosaic.

A funeral service is not planned at this time. Online condolence and obituary <a href="https://www.ruppfuneral.com/obituary/charles-chuck-lawrence">ruppfuneral.com</a>.

Charles “Chuck” Edward Lawrence, St. Joseph, MO, passed away December 31, 2022 at the age of 65. Recently, Chuck had a reoccurrence of lymphoma and died from complications of pneumonia. Chuck was preceded in death by his parents Edward S. and JoAnn Lawrence.Chuck was a 1976 graduate of DeKalb High School. He had a deep love of music and pizza. In recent years he enjoyed living in Tucson, AZ and loved working for Caterpillar driving Cats at the test site. He also lived many years with his daughter and her family. Recently he had returned to St. Joseph. Chuck loved his family and spending time with his grandchildren.Chuck was survived by his daughter Rachel Elledge (Jay), Charleston, South Carolina; son, Lance Lawrence (Mary), St. Joseph; five grandchildren: Aiden, Josalynn, and Trityn Elledge, Kingston and Monroe Lawrence; sister, Sandra Flocks, Houston, Texas; brother Kirk Lawrence (Lorna), Fort Worth, Texas; also, his best friend Arnie.The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses, and staff for their excellent care of Chuck, especially while he spent the holidays at Mosaic.A funeral service is not planned at this time. Online condolence and obituary <a href="https://www.ruppfuneral.com/obituary/charles-chuck-lawrence">ruppfuneral.com</a>.<figure>
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Charles "Chuck" Edward Lawrence 1957 - 2022

Robert "Bob" Saliger Sr. 76, of Amazonia, MO, passed away Saturday, January 7, 2023 at his home. He was born March 23, 1946 in Des Moines, IA, son of Mary and Roy Bottorff. 

He attended Benton High School, and at the age of 17, enlisted in the United States Navy. For over 50 years, Bob was an over the road Truck Driver and longtime member of the Teamsters Union. He was an avid gun collector, loved his dogs and cats, and going to auctions. He was also a Civil War and Indian enthusiast. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, and great-grandson, Blaze Saliger. 

Survivors include: companion of 29 years, Judy Cringan of the home, children, Robert Saliger Jr. of Union Star, MO, Wendy Saliger of St. Joseph, Wayne (Sabrina) Weisenburger of St. Joseph, Larry (Tina) Weisenburger of St. Joseph, and Doug (Delisa) Saliger of St. Joseph, and 21 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. 

Mr. Saliger has been cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life will be from 5:00 to 7:00 PM Friday, January 13, 2023 at the Rupp Funeral Home.

Robert "Bob" Saliger Sr. 76, of Amazonia, MO, passed away Saturday, January 7, 2023 at his home. He was born March 23, 1946 in Des Moines, IA, son of Mary and Roy Bottorff. He attended Benton High School, and at the age of 17, enlisted in the United States Navy. For over 50 years, Bob was an over the road Truck Driver and longtime member of the Teamsters Union. He was an avid gun collector, loved his dogs and cats, and going to auctions. He was also a Civil War and Indian enthusiast. He was preceded in death by his parents, and great-grandson, Blaze Saliger. Survivors include: companion of 29 years, Judy Cringan of the home, children, Robert Saliger Jr. of Union Star, MO, Wendy Saliger of St. Joseph, Wayne (Sabrina) Weisenburger of St. Joseph, Larry (Tina) Weisenburger of St. Joseph, and Doug (Delisa) Saliger of St. Joseph, and 21 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Mr. Saliger has been cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life will be from 5:00 to 7:00 PM Friday, January 13, 2023 at the Rupp Funeral Home.

Robert "Bob" Saliger 1946 - 2023

Dawn Ranae Phillips 48, of Saint Joseph, MO passed away Tuesday, January 10, 2023 at her home. She was born July 14, 1974 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of Debby and Merle Phillips. 

She graduated from Benton High School class of 1992. She worked at Mosaic Life Care Hospital as an Analyst. She enjoyed her work, her home and her dogs Zoey and Khaleesi. Her dad was her best friend and hero. Dawn had a wonderful perfect smile, and was an amazing mother, her son was her pride and joy, she will be sadly missed by all who knew her. 

Dawn was preceded in death by mother, Debby Phillips. 

Survivors include father, Merle Phillips (Michele) St. Joseph, MO, son, Colton Anderson (Tyler Mays), Kansas City, MO., brother, Merle Phillips Jr., Bisbee, AZ, 2 nieces, 2 nephews, 2 great nieces, and her companion, Jason Walker of the home. 

The family will receive friends from 3-5:00 PM on Sunday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Funeral services and public live stream; 2:00 pm, Monday, January 16, 2023 at the Rupp Funeral Home, The Interment will be at the Bethel Cemetery DeKalb, MO.

Dawn Ranae Phillips 48, of Saint Joseph, MO passed away Tuesday, January 10, 2023 at her home. She was born July 14, 1974 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of Debby and Merle Phillips. She graduated from Benton High School class of 1992. She worked at Mosaic Life Care Hospital as an Analyst. She enjoyed her work, her home and her dogs Zoey and Khaleesi. Her dad was her best friend and hero. Dawn had a wonderful perfect smile, and was an amazing mother, her son was her pride and joy, she will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Dawn was preceded in death by mother, Debby Phillips. Survivors include father, Merle Phillips (Michele) St. Joseph, MO, son, Colton Anderson (Tyler Mays), Kansas City, MO., brother, Merle Phillips Jr., Bisbee, AZ, 2 nieces, 2 nephews, 2 great nieces, and her companion, Jason Walker of the home. The family will receive friends from 3-5:00 PM on Sunday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Funeral services and public live stream; 2:00 pm, Monday, January 16, 2023 at the Rupp Funeral Home, The Interment will be at the Bethel Cemetery DeKalb, MO.<figure>
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 Dawn Ranae Phillips 1974 - 2023

Mary Ann Kerns, 92, Stewartsville, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, January 10, 2023.

She was born November 11, 1930 to Heiko and Minnie (Gronewald) Cooper in Rockport, Missouri.

Mary married Eldon D. Kerns on February 10, 1951.

She was a member of Freeman Chapel Freewill Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Eldon Kerns; parents; sisters, Lucile Thompson, Etta Cooper, Hermie Schmidt, Frieda Clemens, Rena Schmidt, and Evelyn Carter.

Survivors include her sons, Larry and Kenneth Kerns; daughter, Marilyn Kerns; grandson, Nicholas Kerns; granddaughter, Kristy Larabee (John); great grandson, Noah Larabee; sisters, Betty Jane Johnson and Emma Jean Taylor; and brother, Harry Lee (Uldeen) Cooper.

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

Mary Ann Kerns, 92, Stewartsville, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, January 10, 2023.She was born November 11, 1930 to Heiko and Minnie (Gronewald) Cooper in Rockport, Missouri.Mary married Eldon D. Kerns on February 10, 1951.She was a member of Freeman Chapel Freewill Baptist Church.She was preceded in death by her husband, Eldon Kerns; parents; sisters, Lucile Thompson, Etta Cooper, Hermie Schmidt, Frieda Clemens, Rena Schmidt, and Evelyn Carter.Survivors include her sons, Larry and Kenneth Kerns; daughter, Marilyn Kerns; grandson, Nicholas Kerns; granddaughter, Kristy Larabee (John); great grandson, Noah Larabee; sisters, Betty Jane Johnson and Emma Jean Taylor; and brother, Harry Lee (Uldeen) Cooper.Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.<figure>
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Mary Ann Kerns 1930 - 2023

Roy Gene Artherton went home, to be with the Lord on January 9, 2023.

Gene was born in Peru, Kansas, to his father, Roy Artherton and mother, Nellie Spurlock. His sister, Helen, welcomed Gene to the family. Roy’s family soon moved to Arkansas City, Kansas, to seek more work opportunities. Roy and Nellie separated by divorce, and Nellie moved the children to Wichita, where she married Earl Osborne.

Roy Artherton re-married. The couple had three wonderful girls, including twins.

Earl was a wonderful father to Gene and Helen, teaching Gene how to be a man, and take on responsibilities. Gene attended Wichita State University and graduated from Kentucky State University, with a major in accounting.

Gene joined the Army in 1953. He was deployed to Heidelberg, Germany for a year, as a Company Clerk, and was discharged in 1955. He returned to Lexington, Kentucky to marry his sweetheart, Margaret (Margy) Crudden.

Gene worked as an accountant at the Lexington VA Hospital. Within the next couple of years, Gene and Margy added two boys to their family. Roy transferred to the Leavenworth VA Hospital, and then to St. Joseph in 1961; where the family welcomed their new daughter.

He worked at Gasper &amp;r Taylor accounting firm and worked in many other financial and product sales positions in St. Joseph. He was a member of Christ Episcopal Church, and later a member of St. John’s Charismatic Episcopal Church.

Gene was proceeded in death by his parents, Roy Artherton and Nellie Spurlock; his stepfather, Earl Osborn; his wife, Margaret Artherton; his sister, Helen Smith-Wilson of Medford, Oregon; and his oldest son, Chris Artherton.

He is survived by his son, Phil Artherton, and his daughter, Carol Myers; both of St. Joseph. He is also survived by his half-sisters Bette Artherton and Carolyn Roberts of Newton, Kansas; and Marilyn Benjamin of Newton, Kansas, nephew Robert Smith of California; and niece Twila Newport of Orangevale, California.

Farewell Services and Public Livestream 10:00 A.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp;r Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.

Roy Gene Artherton went home, to be with the Lord on January 9, 2023.Gene was born in Peru, Kansas, to his father, Roy Artherton and mother, Nellie Spurlock. His sister, Helen, welcomed Gene to the family. Roy’s family soon moved to Arkansas City, Kansas, to seek more work opportunities. Roy and Nellie separated by divorce, and Nellie moved the children to Wichita, where she married Earl Osborne.Roy Artherton re-married. The couple had three wonderful girls, including twins.Earl was a wonderful father to Gene and Helen, teaching Gene how to be a man, and take on responsibilities. Gene attended Wichita State University and graduated from Kentucky State University, with a major in accounting.Gene joined the Army in 1953. He was deployed to Heidelberg, Germany for a year, as a Company Clerk, and was discharged in 1955. He returned to Lexington, Kentucky to marry his sweetheart, Margaret (Margy) Crudden.Gene worked as an accountant at the Lexington VA Hospital. Within the next couple of years, Gene and Margy added two boys to their family. Roy transferred to the Leavenworth VA Hospital, and then to St. Joseph in 1961; where the family welcomed their new daughter.He worked at Gasper &amp;r Taylor accounting firm and worked in many other financial and product sales positions in St. Joseph. He was a member of Christ Episcopal Church, and later a member of St. John’s Charismatic Episcopal Church.Gene was proceeded in death by his parents, Roy Artherton and Nellie Spurlock; his stepfather, Earl Osborn; his wife, Margaret Artherton; his sister, Helen Smith-Wilson of Medford, Oregon; and his oldest son, Chris Artherton.He is survived by his son, Phil Artherton, and his daughter, Carol Myers; both of St. Joseph. He is also survived by his half-sisters Bette Artherton and Carolyn Roberts of Newton, Kansas; and Marilyn Benjamin of Newton, Kansas, nephew Robert Smith of California; and niece Twila Newport of Orangevale, California.Farewell Services and Public Livestream 10:00 A.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp;r Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.<figure>
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Roy "Gene" Artherton 1931 - 2023

William Joseph “Bill” Radtka passed away peacefully at home on Monday, January 9, 2023 with loved ones at his side. He had been diagnosed with a Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor in July of 2020. After several surgeries, radiation, chemotherapy and a clinical trial, his fight is over. Cancer is not picky and does not discriminate. It is a terrible disease.

Bill was born on November 23, 1954, to Marvin Sr. and Catherine (Sayles) Radtka, the sixth of seven children. His family truck-gardened many years on North Woodbine where Price Chopper sits and on Frederick Boulevard where Living Community is now located. They were well known for their produce of green onions, corn, tomatoes, and strawberries. All seven siblings helped with the truck garden, and all learned the value of hard work.

Bill attended Cathedral School, Christian Brothers and Bishop LeBlond High School, graduating in 1973. On May 20, 1978, he married Sharon Bembrick in Las Vegas, Nevada. The best gamble of his life. She survives of the home. Together they raised their son, Nicholas Radtka.

Bill also attended Hillyard Technical School and learned the trade of auto mechanics and auto body repair. At a young age, he began working on cars in the garage at home. He co-owned Belt Alignment and Frame for 25 years before retiring. For the last 10 years, he and his wife owned and operated Nana’s Bloomers. He was always busy and could not sit still. If something was broken, he fixed it. If he found a good deal, he bought it. If you were a fellow lefty, he commented on it. Many called him the “King of Craigslist”. Life was never boring with Bill around.

Precedents in death include his parents, Marvin Sr. and Catherine; and his brother-in-law, Charles Gillette; brother-in-law, Edward McGurren; brother-in-law, Ernest Peoples; and brother-in-law, Douglas Bembrick.

Survivors include his wife, Sharon; son, Nicholas Radtka of St. Joseph; grandchildren, Sayler and Rennick Radtka of St. Joseph; siblings, Edna Gillette of St. Joseph, Nadine McGurren of Prairie Village, KS; JR (Judy) Radtka of Kansas City, MO; Marlene (Jim) Russell of Beaverton, OR; and Margie Peoples of Olathe, KS; sister-in-law, Sandra Bembrick; sister-in-law, Mary Bembrick; as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Mass of Christian Burial and Public Livestream 10:00 A.M. Saturday, Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Interment Mount Olivet Cemetery. Parish Rosary 5:30 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. The family will gather with friends 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the St. Joseph Animal Shelter, Voices of Courage, the American Cancer Society to help find a cure for Sarcomas, or to MD Anderson Cancer Research. The family would like to give a special thank you to the nurses and staff of Freudenthal Hospice, as they made Bill’s last days very comfortable.

William Joseph “Bill” Radtka passed away peacefully at home on Monday, January 9, 2023 with loved ones at his side. He had been diagnosed with a Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor in July of 2020. After several surgeries, radiation, chemotherapy and a clinical trial, his fight is over. Cancer is not picky and does not discriminate. It is a terrible disease.Bill was born on November 23, 1954, to Marvin Sr. and Catherine (Sayles) Radtka, the sixth of seven children. His family truck-gardened many years on North Woodbine where Price Chopper sits and on Frederick Boulevard where Living Community is now located. They were well known for their produce of green onions, corn, tomatoes, and strawberries. All seven siblings helped with the truck garden, and all learned the value of hard work.Bill attended Cathedral School, Christian Brothers and Bishop LeBlond High School, graduating in 1973. On May 20, 1978, he married Sharon Bembrick in Las Vegas, Nevada. The best gamble of his life. She survives of the home. Together they raised their son, Nicholas Radtka.Bill also attended Hillyard Technical School and learned the trade of auto mechanics and auto body repair. At a young age, he began working on cars in the garage at home. He co-owned Belt Alignment and Frame for 25 years before retiring. For the last 10 years, he and his wife owned and operated Nana’s Bloomers. He was always busy and could not sit still. If something was broken, he fixed it. If he found a good deal, he bought it. If you were a fellow lefty, he commented on it. Many called him the “King of Craigslist”. Life was never boring with Bill around.Precedents in death include his parents, Marvin Sr. and Catherine; and his brother-in-law, Charles Gillette; brother-in-law, Edward McGurren; brother-in-law, Ernest Peoples; and brother-in-law, Douglas Bembrick.Survivors include his wife, Sharon; son, Nicholas Radtka of St. Joseph; grandchildren, Sayler and Rennick Radtka of St. Joseph; siblings, Edna Gillette of St. Joseph, Nadine McGurren of Prairie Village, KS; JR (Judy) Radtka of Kansas City, MO; Marlene (Jim) Russell of Beaverton, OR; and Margie Peoples of Olathe, KS; sister-in-law, Sandra Bembrick; sister-in-law, Mary Bembrick; as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.Mass of Christian Burial and Public Livestream 10:00 A.M. Saturday, Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Interment Mount Olivet Cemetery. Parish Rosary 5:30 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. The family will gather with friends 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the St. Joseph Animal Shelter, Voices of Courage, the American Cancer Society to help find a cure for Sarcomas, or to MD Anderson Cancer Research. The family would like to give a special thank you to the nurses and staff of Freudenthal Hospice, as they made Bill’s last days very comfortable.<figure>
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William Joseph "Bill" Radtka 1954 - 2023

Margaret “Betty” Rothstein, 94, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, January 8, 2023, at LaVerna Senior Living in Savannah, Missouri.

She was born on December 1, 1928, to H.G. and Louise (Barwick) Penton in Plattsmouth, Nebraska. In 1992, she married Leonard Rothstein. He preceded her in death in 2009.

She worked at Quaker Oats for 26 years as a payroll clerk until her retirement. She was a member of Huffman United Methodist Church and the Women’s YWCA.

Betty was an avid bowler, who also enjoyed studying graph analysis and playing Scrabble. She was a wonderful parent and grandmother who loved hosting family gatherings.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Leonard; brothers, Donald Penton, Robert Penton, and Joseph Penton; sisters, Nadine Youngs and Sarah Hallowell; and her son, Rodney Journey.

Survivors include her daughters, Linda (Joel) Montrose and Elizabeth Sharp; sisters, Eunice Neumeyer and June Irvin; grandchildren, Jeremy Hallowell, Amanda Henderson, Brett Sharp, Rachel (Brian) Moss, and Cass Montrose; and great-grandchildren, D’Andre Polk, Jacob Moss, and Olivia Moss.

Farewell Services and Public Livestream 10:00 A.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends from 4:00 to 6:00 P.M. Sunday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.

Margaret “Betty” Rothstein, 94, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, January 8, 2023, at LaVerna Senior Living in Savannah, Missouri.She was born on December 1, 1928, to H.G. and Louise (Barwick) Penton in Plattsmouth, Nebraska. In 1992, she married Leonard Rothstein. He preceded her in death in 2009.She worked at Quaker Oats for 26 years as a payroll clerk until her retirement. She was a member of Huffman United Methodist Church and the Women’s YWCA.Betty was an avid bowler, who also enjoyed studying graph analysis and playing Scrabble. She was a wonderful parent and grandmother who loved hosting family gatherings.She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Leonard; brothers, Donald Penton, Robert Penton, and Joseph Penton; sisters, Nadine Youngs and Sarah Hallowell; and her son, Rodney Journey.Survivors include her daughters, Linda (Joel) Montrose and Elizabeth Sharp; sisters, Eunice Neumeyer and June Irvin; grandchildren, Jeremy Hallowell, Amanda Henderson, Brett Sharp, Rachel (Brian) Moss, and Cass Montrose; and great-grandchildren, D’Andre Polk, Jacob Moss, and Olivia Moss.Farewell Services and Public Livestream 10:00 A.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends from 4:00 to 6:00 P.M. Sunday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.<figure>
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Margaret "Betty" Rothstein 1928 - 2023

Virginia Carlene Wake, 80, Leavenworth, KS, died Saturday, January 7, 2023, at her home. She was born October 11, 1942, in Kansas City, KS, the daughter of Thomas and Velma Lane Stroud. 

Virginia was affectionately known as “Dinny” by much of her family.&nbsp; After graduating from Washington High School, she studied and graduated from Providence Hospital Sisters of Charity School of Nursing in 1963.

Virginia was united in marriage to Walter Lee Wake on April 25, 1964. She helped with the family dairy farm in Leavenworth, KS, and worked as a nurse at St. John’s Hospital. After having children, Virginia was a stay-at-home mother for her three sons. She was a devoted mother caring for her children’s health needs, was active in church Bible study, United Farm Wives, 4-H, and in her children’s school as a volunteer and room mother. Virginia always demonstrated compassion for all children, not just her own.&nbsp;

Virginia completed a re-entry to nursing course upon her children entering college and worked as a nurse at the Veteran’s Administration Hospital in Leavenworth until her retirement in 2007. She was a tireless worker, wife, and mother who always put other’s needs before her own.&nbsp; Even as she was faced with multiple health issues in her later years, she rarely asked for help or complained, and she was always more concerned for others.

Survivors include her husband of 58 years, Walter “Lee”, her son Kevin Wake (Jeffery Psota), brother Robert (Bob) Stroud (Theresa), and many family members and friends. She is predeceased by sons David Lee Wake and John Vincent Wake, her parents and sister Patricia Stroud.

Visitation services will be Thursday, January 12th&nbsp;from 4-6 PM at the Davis Funeral Chapel, 531 Shawnee Street, Leavenworth, KS.&nbsp; Funeral services will be Friday, January 13, 2023, at 10 AM at High Prairie Church, 26480 187th&nbsp;Street, Leavenworth, KS. Burial will follow at Mount Muncie Cemetery.

Virginia Carlene Wake, 80, Leavenworth, KS, died Saturday, January 7, 2023, at her home. She was born October 11, 1942, in Kansas City, KS, the daughter of Thomas and Velma Lane Stroud. Virginia was affectionately known as “Dinny” by much of her family.&nbsp; After graduating from Washington High School, she studied and graduated from Providence Hospital Sisters of Charity School of Nursing in 1963.Virginia was united in marriage to Walter Lee Wake on April 25, 1964. She helped with the family dairy farm in Leavenworth, KS, and worked as a nurse at St. John’s Hospital. After having children, Virginia was a stay-at-home mother for her three sons. She was a devoted mother caring for her children’s health needs, was active in church Bible study, United Farm Wives, 4-H, and in her children’s school as a volunteer and room mother. Virginia always demonstrated compassion for all children, not just her own.&nbsp;Virginia completed a re-entry to nursing course upon her children entering college and worked as a nurse at the Veteran’s Administration Hospital in Leavenworth until her retirement in 2007. She was a tireless worker, wife, and mother who always put other’s needs before her own.&nbsp; Even as she was faced with multiple health issues in her later years, she rarely asked for help or complained, and she was always more concerned for others.Survivors include her husband of 58 years, Walter “Lee”, her son Kevin Wake (Jeffery Psota), brother Robert (Bob) Stroud (Theresa), and many family members and friends. She is predeceased by sons David Lee Wake and John Vincent Wake, her parents and sister Patricia Stroud.Visitation services will be Thursday, January 12th&nbsp;from 4-6 PM at the Davis Funeral Chapel, 531 Shawnee Street, Leavenworth, KS.&nbsp; Funeral services will be Friday, January 13, 2023, at 10 AM at High Prairie Church, 26480 187th&nbsp;Street, Leavenworth, KS. Burial will follow at Mount Muncie Cemetery.<figure>
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Virginia Carlene Wake 1942 - 2023

Robert Daniel Woodson, 72, of Leavenworth, Kansas passed away on Saturday, January 7, at Providence Medical Center. A Celebration of Life Visitation Service will be from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm on Friday, January 13, at Davis Funeral Chapel. A service at the National VA Cemetery in Leavenworth will be planned at a later date. Dan's beloved Chiefs aren't playing this week, but we encourage you to don&nbsp;your game day gear for a special "Red Friday" tribute to him anyway! Those attending the service are encouraged to ditch their funeral clothes and dress in Chiefs gear or the color red. Dan was born on February 10, 1950, in Leavenworth, Kansas. He was the eldest son of Robert N. Woodson and Mary L. Woodson (Wolff). Dan attended school in Lansing or Leavenworth during his younger years. His family grew when he gained a sister, Diane, and some time later a brother, Mike. A move with his parents to Topeka led him to graduate from Washburn Rural High School in Topeka in 1968. After High School he stayed in Topeka and attended Washburn University, majoring in Corrections and Sociology. During college Dan became involved in Air Force ROTC and was on Reserve Status the last 2 years he attended Washburn. He graduated with his Bachelor's Degree in 1972 and was commissioned into the U.S. Air Force. It was also during his college years that he met Vicky S. Jones (Shove) who he married in 1971 and later had a daughter with. Dan's service time took him from Topeka to Champaign-Urbana and eventually to Big Spring, Texas, where he became a dad to Charity Ann in 1974. When he exited the Air Force as a 1st Lieutenant in 1975 he made his way back to Kansas, briefly living in Topeka and then permanently in Leavenworth. Following his military service, Dan had a variety of jobs including being a prison tower guard and a parole officer. Some of you may even remember him tending bar at Woodson's Lounge. When he began working at the VA Hospital in Leavenworth, he found his life-long career. All of his positions involved caring for those with psychiatric issues and/or chemical abuse issues.&nbsp;As both a Psychiatric Nursing Assistant providing direct care and as a Rehabilitation Technician working on a treatment team in the Domiciliary, he was always acknowledged as an excellent employee, exceptionally hard worker, and cared enough to take the time to really get to know his patients. He retired from the VA in 2019. The 1980s were a time of change for Dan Woodson,&nbsp;and if you lived in Leavenworth you probably knew it! He had been recently divorced, was living in Leavenworth, and was re-establishing his roots. It was then that he met his current wife, Gwendolyn "Sue" Woodson (Hoover). Their blended family brought Dan 3 new children (Mike, Regina, and Angie) and many years of happiness. He also gained 6 grandchildren along the way, including his Buddy, Cameron, who he raised with his wife and who eventually cared for him in his later years. Dan loved so many things, and was passionate about them! He loved to listen to music, especially while grilling out and drinking a beer. He loved going to Royals baseball games and is one of the biggest Chiefs fans out there. In fact, his daughter couldn't even call him during games, because he wouldn't talk and didn't want any bad Indiana mojo!&nbsp;If you never knew, Dan was a life-long comic book collector. He also loved playing darts and card games, loved fishing, was an ace at NY Times crossword puzzles, loved to play Softball, and loved silence in the mornings when he woke up so he could drink his coffee in peace. He gave great advice, even if you didn't want to hear it, and was usually right about it. He accepted people as they were, and that allowed him to be himself as well. Dan was preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his wife, Gwendolyn Woodson of Leavenworth; his sister Diane Woodson of Hockessin, DE and his brother Mike Woodson of Atchison; his children Mike Hoover, Regina Gilbert, and Angie Moppin of Leavenworth and Charity Mouck of Terre Haute, IN; his grandchildren Cameron Huffman, Dana Imbrogno, Daniel Pittman and Michael Hoover of Leavenworth and Eden and Levi Mouck of Terre Haute, IN., and his nephew Kurtis Woodson.

Robert Daniel Woodson, 72, of Leavenworth, Kansas passed away on Saturday, January 7, at Providence Medical Center. A Celebration of Life Visitation Service will be from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm on Friday, January 13, at Davis Funeral Chapel. A service at the National VA Cemetery in Leavenworth will be planned at a later date. Dan's beloved Chiefs aren't playing this week, but we encourage you to don&nbsp;your game day gear for a special "Red Friday" tribute to him anyway! Those attending the service are encouraged to ditch their funeral clothes and dress in Chiefs gear or the color red. Dan was born on February 10, 1950, in Leavenworth, Kansas. He was the eldest son of Robert N. Woodson and Mary L. Woodson (Wolff). Dan attended school in Lansing or Leavenworth during his younger years. His family grew when he gained a sister, Diane, and some time later a brother, Mike. A move with his parents to Topeka led him to graduate from Washburn Rural High School in Topeka in 1968. After High School he stayed in Topeka and attended Washburn University, majoring in Corrections and Sociology. During college Dan became involved in Air Force ROTC and was on Reserve Status the last 2 years he attended Washburn. He graduated with his Bachelor's Degree in 1972 and was commissioned into the U.S. Air Force. It was also during his college years that he met Vicky S. Jones (Shove) who he married in 1971 and later had a daughter with. Dan's service time took him from Topeka to Champaign-Urbana and eventually to Big Spring, Texas, where he became a dad to Charity Ann in 1974. When he exited the Air Force as a 1st Lieutenant in 1975 he made his way back to Kansas, briefly living in Topeka and then permanently in Leavenworth. Following his military service, Dan had a variety of jobs including being a prison tower guard and a parole officer. Some of you may even remember him tending bar at Woodson's Lounge. When he began working at the VA Hospital in Leavenworth, he found his life-long career. All of his positions involved caring for those with psychiatric issues and/or chemical abuse issues.&nbsp;As both a Psychiatric Nursing Assistant providing direct care and as a Rehabilitation Technician working on a treatment team in the Domiciliary, he was always acknowledged as an excellent employee, exceptionally hard worker, and cared enough to take the time to really get to know his patients. He retired from the VA in 2019. The 1980s were a time of change for Dan Woodson,&nbsp;and if you lived in Leavenworth you probably knew it! He had been recently divorced, was living in Leavenworth, and was re-establishing his roots. It was then that he met his current wife, Gwendolyn "Sue" Woodson (Hoover). Their blended family brought Dan 3 new children (Mike, Regina, and Angie) and many years of happiness. He also gained 6 grandchildren along the way, including his Buddy, Cameron, who he raised with his wife and who eventually cared for him in his later years. Dan loved so many things, and was passionate about them! He loved to listen to music, especially while grilling out and drinking a beer. He loved going to Royals baseball games and is one of the biggest Chiefs fans out there. In fact, his daughter couldn't even call him during games, because he wouldn't talk and didn't want any bad Indiana mojo!&nbsp;If you never knew, Dan was a life-long comic book collector. He also loved playing darts and card games, loved fishing, was an ace at NY Times crossword puzzles, loved to play Softball, and loved silence in the mornings when he woke up so he could drink his coffee in peace. He gave great advice, even if you didn't want to hear it, and was usually right about it. He accepted people as they were, and that allowed him to be himself as well. Dan was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife, Gwendolyn Woodson of Leavenworth; his sister Diane Woodson of Hockessin, DE and his brother Mike Woodson of Atchison; his children Mike Hoover, Regina Gilbert, and Angie Moppin of Leavenworth and Charity Mouck of Terre Haute, IN; his grandchildren Cameron Huffman, Dana Imbrogno, Daniel Pittman and Michael Hoover of Leavenworth and Eden and Levi Mouck of Terre Haute, IN., and his nephew Kurtis Woodson.<figure>
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Robert Daniel Woodson 1950 - 2023

Jason A. Seematter, 32, of Hoyt, passed away on Tuesday, January 10, 2023 at the Midland Hospice House in Topeka.

He was born April 17, 1990 in Overland Park, his parents are James and Marsha (Flach) Seematter.&nbsp; He graduated from Royal Valley High School.

He was a member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Mayetta.

Survivors include his parents, Jim and Marsha Seematter, Hoyt, a sister, Amy Spencer (Chris), Olathe, a brother, Shawn W. Seematter (Kaylyn), Pittsburg, KS, and his fiance, Ginger Howley, Topeka.

A Memorial Mass will be said on Saturday, January 21st&nbsp;at 10:30 a.m. at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church.&nbsp; A Rosary will be prayed at 10:00 a.m., before the service.

Jason A. Seematter, 32, of Hoyt, passed away on Tuesday, January 10, 2023 at the Midland Hospice House in Topeka.He was born April 17, 1990 in Overland Park, his parents are James and Marsha (Flach) Seematter.&nbsp; He graduated from Royal Valley High School.He was a member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Mayetta.Survivors include his parents, Jim and Marsha Seematter, Hoyt, a sister, Amy Spencer (Chris), Olathe, a brother, Shawn W. Seematter (Kaylyn), Pittsburg, KS, and his fiance, Ginger Howley, Topeka.A Memorial Mass will be said on Saturday, January 21st&nbsp;at 10:30 a.m. at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church.&nbsp; A Rosary will be prayed at 10:00 a.m., before the service.<figure>
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Jason A. Seematter 1990 - 2023

Frank Elwood Innis, 81, of Platte City, MO passed away on January 2, 2023. Frank Innis was born on December 10, 1941 in Kidder, MO to Margaret and Carl Innis. 

After graduating Kidder High School in 1959, he enlisted in the United States Air Force. After completion of his service he attended North West Missouri State University where he met his future wife, Sharon V. Morehouse. The two married on January 21, 1965 in Maryville, Missouri. Frank graduated from NWMSU is 1969. Frank worked for the Missouri Division of Youth Services and Maple Woods Community College. In 1987 the couple moved to Platte City, MO. He enjoyed fishing, backpacking and reading and cheering on the Kansas City Chief’s. 

He was preceeded in death by mother, Margaret and father, Carl. 

He is survived by his wife, Sharon Innis; son, Jared Inns (Andrea). 

Visitation will be held from 11a.m.-1p.m. Sunday Jan.15, 2023 at Rollins Funeral Home in Platte City, MO.

Frank Elwood Innis, 81, of Platte City, MO passed away on January 2, 2023. Frank Innis was born on December 10, 1941 in Kidder, MO to Margaret and Carl Innis. After graduating Kidder High School in 1959, he enlisted in the United States Air Force. After completion of his service he attended North West Missouri State University where he met his future wife, Sharon V. Morehouse. The two married on January 21, 1965 in Maryville, Missouri. Frank graduated from NWMSU is 1969. Frank worked for the Missouri Division of Youth Services and Maple Woods Community College. In 1987 the couple moved to Platte City, MO. He enjoyed fishing, backpacking and reading and cheering on the Kansas City Chief’s. He was preceeded in death by mother, Margaret and father, Carl. He is survived by his wife, Sharon Innis; son, Jared Inns (Andrea). Visitation will be held from 11a.m.-1p.m. Sunday Jan.15, 2023 at Rollins Funeral Home in Platte City, MO.<figure>
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Frank Elwood Innis 1941 - 2023

Carl Phillips was born on February 8th 1980, in Kansas City, MO to his expecting mother Carol Phillips. Even from high school Carl was loved by all, he graduated high school and with determination he joined the United States Navy Seabees. He served our country faithfully and with pride. Like any Seabee in active duty with the Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 133, Carl was able to travel to so many different beautiful places; while he served our country, he visited Hawaii and even Okinawa, Japan. Carl being one of the recruits with the most potential he was also deployed several times to Iraq and Afghanistan. In September of 2016 Carl was officially promoted to Chief Petty Officer of the Navy because of his valiant work ethic he was able to retire not long after in 2019. He retired the Navy with many military awards and honors. Continuing his pursuit for greatness he then took a position at Federal Bureau of Prisons. Starting as a simple foreman but quickly advancing to a lead position of supervisor he continued to keep our country safe in a different way. Those that knew Carl very well, knew that he was a die-hard Kansas City Chiefs fan and he never missed watching a game or rooting for the Chiefs. His warmth and smile always filled a room. Carl was an outdoorsman and understood what hard work rewarded him with He enjoyed creating with his hands and he enjoyed going on hikes, kayaking, exploring new places. He prided himself in his love for cooking. He made the best HASHBROWNS! Carl was quick to come to the aid of anyone who needed him. He always took time to help his family and friends. He was truly the LIFE at every family gathering! He would sing at the top of his lungs with what he thought was the BEST voice ever accompanied by the best dance moves ever created. Carl was nicknamed "Carlos Jose Felipe" by his wife Reyza C Phillips he was determined to learn Spanish with the help of his wife Reyza he earned that name and wore it proudly! Carl is survived by his wife Reyza C. Phillips, Son Corbin, Son Maximus, Daughter Lizabel, Daughter Amaris, Son Jahziel, Mother Carol, Sister Natalie, Sister Jo Mae, Brother Albert, Pets Boots and Orion, along with countless loving family and friends. Visitation for the celebration of the life of Carl will be held at 4:00 p.m - 6:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 18, 2023, at Vaughn Funeral Home in Weston, accompanying will be Carl's wife and family whom will be available throughout the afternoon. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, at the funeral home.

Carl Phillips was born on February 8th 1980, in Kansas City, MO to his expecting mother Carol Phillips. Even from high school Carl was loved by all, he graduated high school and with determination he joined the United States Navy Seabees. He served our country faithfully and with pride. Like any Seabee in active duty with the Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 133, Carl was able to travel to so many different beautiful places; while he served our country, he visited Hawaii and even Okinawa, Japan. Carl being one of the recruits with the most potential he was also deployed several times to Iraq and Afghanistan. In September of 2016 Carl was officially promoted to Chief Petty Officer of the Navy because of his valiant work ethic he was able to retire not long after in 2019. He retired the Navy with many military awards and honors. Continuing his pursuit for greatness he then took a position at Federal Bureau of Prisons. Starting as a simple foreman but quickly advancing to a lead position of supervisor he continued to keep our country safe in a different way. Those that knew Carl very well, knew that he was a die-hard Kansas City Chiefs fan and he never missed watching a game or rooting for the Chiefs. His warmth and smile always filled a room. Carl was an outdoorsman and understood what hard work rewarded him with He enjoyed creating with his hands and he enjoyed going on hikes, kayaking, exploring new places. He prided himself in his love for cooking. He made the best HASHBROWNS! Carl was quick to come to the aid of anyone who needed him. He always took time to help his family and friends. He was truly the LIFE at every family gathering! He would sing at the top of his lungs with what he thought was the BEST voice ever accompanied by the best dance moves ever created. Carl was nicknamed "Carlos Jose Felipe" by his wife Reyza C Phillips he was determined to learn Spanish with the help of his wife Reyza he earned that name and wore it proudly! Carl is survived by his wife Reyza C. Phillips, Son Corbin, Son Maximus, Daughter Lizabel, Daughter Amaris, Son Jahziel, Mother Carol, Sister Natalie, Sister Jo Mae, Brother Albert, Pets Boots and Orion, along with countless loving family and friends. Visitation for the celebration of the life of Carl will be held at 4:00 p.m - 6:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 18, 2023, at Vaughn Funeral Home in Weston, accompanying will be Carl's wife and family whom will be available throughout the afternoon. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, at the funeral home.<figure>
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Carl Phillips 1980 - 2023

Maysville, Missouri…Richard D. Pittsenbarger, age 94, passed away on January 10, 2023. He was born October 10, 1928 in Fairport, Missouri, the son of Hubert T. and Grace (Davidson) Pittsenbarger.

Dick was a Sergeant in the United States Army during the Korean War. He loved farming and after returning home from serving, he was able to continue doing that until just recently. He worked for 26 years for the Department of Agriculture in weights and measurement and retired at the age of 80.

He was a loyal friend, good neighbor, and would help anyone that needed it. He had the gift of gab and would strike up a conversation with anyone he met. When he could slip away from the farm, he enjoyed fishing and hunting. He was a member of the Maysville United Methodist Church, Shriners, Masonic Lodge and Fairport Lions Club.

He is preceded in death by his parents; two wives, Shirley Jean Pittsenbarger and Norma Jean Pittsenbarger.

He is survived by his daughters, Carol (Sid) McDonald, Paula Stahl and Janet (Gerald) Clark; 9 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and numerous cousins and friends.

Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, January 14, 2023 at Turner Family Funeral Home in Maysville, with burial immediately following at&nbsp;the Fairport Cemetery with Full Military Honors. Visitation will be 6:00 ~ 8:00 p.m. Friday, January 13, 2023 at the funeral home.

Maysville, Missouri…Richard D. Pittsenbarger, age 94, passed away on January 10, 2023. He was born October 10, 1928 in Fairport, Missouri, the son of Hubert T. and Grace (Davidson) Pittsenbarger.Dick was a Sergeant in the United States Army during the Korean War. He loved farming and after returning home from serving, he was able to continue doing that until just recently. He worked for 26 years for the Department of Agriculture in weights and measurement and retired at the age of 80.He was a loyal friend, good neighbor, and would help anyone that needed it. He had the gift of gab and would strike up a conversation with anyone he met. When he could slip away from the farm, he enjoyed fishing and hunting. He was a member of the Maysville United Methodist Church, Shriners, Masonic Lodge and Fairport Lions Club.He is preceded in death by his parents; two wives, Shirley Jean Pittsenbarger and Norma Jean Pittsenbarger.He is survived by his daughters, Carol (Sid) McDonald, Paula Stahl and Janet (Gerald) Clark; 9 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and numerous cousins and friends.Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, January 14, 2023 at Turner Family Funeral Home in Maysville, with burial immediately following at&nbsp;the Fairport Cemetery with Full Military Honors. Visitation will be 6:00 ~ 8:00 p.m. Friday, January 13, 2023 at the funeral home.<figure>
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Richard Pittsenbarger 1928 - 2023

Vesta M. Wolfe, 75, Atchison, Kansas died January 6, 2023, at Atchison Medicalodge Nursing Center.

Vesta was born August 7, 1947, in St. Joseph, Missouri.&nbsp; She attended school in Willow Brook, Missouri.

In her spare time, she enjoyed crocheting and reading.

She served as a bookkeeper for Barlow Trucklines in Faucett, Missouri.&nbsp; She then worked for Heartland Hospital in St. Joseph, Missouri until her retirement.

Survivors include a daughter, Jamie Frakes, Atchison, KS; a son, John (Heather) Frakes, Atchison, KS; a sister and five brothers.&nbsp; She is also survived by five grandchildren, Corbin Hetz, Atchison, KS; Kharma Murphy, El Dorado, KS; Jacy Bond, Atchison, KS; Catherine Bond, Atchison, KS; and Norah Reinhold, Atchison, KS.

Vesta willed her body to science.&nbsp; A family service will be held in Willow Brook, Missouri.

Vesta M. Wolfe, 75, Atchison, Kansas died January 6, 2023, at Atchison Medicalodge Nursing Center.Vesta was born August 7, 1947, in St. Joseph, Missouri.&nbsp; She attended school in Willow Brook, Missouri.In her spare time, she enjoyed crocheting and reading.She served as a bookkeeper for Barlow Trucklines in Faucett, Missouri.&nbsp; She then worked for Heartland Hospital in St. Joseph, Missouri until her retirement.Survivors include a daughter, Jamie Frakes, Atchison, KS; a son, John (Heather) Frakes, Atchison, KS; a sister and five brothers.&nbsp; She is also survived by five grandchildren, Corbin Hetz, Atchison, KS; Kharma Murphy, El Dorado, KS; Jacy Bond, Atchison, KS; Catherine Bond, Atchison, KS; and Norah Reinhold, Atchison, KS.Vesta willed her body to science.&nbsp; A family service will be held in Willow Brook, Missouri.<figure>
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Vesta M. Wolfe 1947 - 2023

Alfred J. Mangelsdorf, Jr., 94, of Atchison, KS, passed away Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at his home surrounded by his family. A private family graveside service will be held at Mt.Vernon Cemtery, Atchison, KS, with Rev. Brad Greene officiating. Memorials are suggested to American Lung Association and may be sent in care of the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, who has been entrusted with arrangements. Al was born on February 14, 1928, in Lawrence, KS, the son of Alfred John Mangelsdorf, Sr., and Helen (Leibengood) Mangelsdorf. He attended schools in Lawrence and Atchison, graduating from Atchison High School. Al served in the United State Army Corp of Engineer from 1946 to 1948 in Japan. Upon his return from the service, he attended Benedictine College. Al worked in the office of Ed. F. Mangelsdorf Seed CO., for several years before going to work at Rockwell in 1960 as a manger of production control, retiring in 1990 with thirty years of service. He was a member of the First Christian Church. Al was an avid fisherman, a member of the Atchison Bass Club. He traveled all over the country participating and winning fishing tournaments. Besides fishing he enjoyed gardening and yardwork and spending time with his family and grandchildren. Al married Velma Chmidling in February 1950 at the First Christian Church. They were just shy of celebrating seventy-three years of marriage. Velma survives of the home. Survivors include two sons, Rick and Kathy Mangelsdorf, Lawrence, KS, Bill and Kelly Mangelsdorf, Leavenworth, KS, two daughters, Susie Sutter, Silver Spring, MD, Debbie and Raymond Kane, Atchison, KS, daughter in law, Diane Mangelsdorf, Tonganoxie, KS, twelve grandchildren, sixteen great grandchildren and three great great grandchildren. He was preceded by his parents, a son Robert Mangelsdorf, Sr., and a grandson, Robert Mangelsdorf, Jr.

Alfred J. Mangelsdorf, Jr., 94, of Atchison, KS, passed away Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at his home surrounded by his family. A private family graveside service will be held at Mt.Vernon Cemtery, Atchison, KS, with Rev. Brad Greene officiating. Memorials are suggested to American Lung Association and may be sent in care of the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, who has been entrusted with arrangements. Al was born on February 14, 1928, in Lawrence, KS, the son of Alfred John Mangelsdorf, Sr., and Helen (Leibengood) Mangelsdorf. He attended schools in Lawrence and Atchison, graduating from Atchison High School. Al served in the United State Army Corp of Engineer from 1946 to 1948 in Japan. Upon his return from the service, he attended Benedictine College. Al worked in the office of Ed. F. Mangelsdorf Seed CO., for several years before going to work at Rockwell in 1960 as a manger of production control, retiring in 1990 with thirty years of service. He was a member of the First Christian Church. Al was an avid fisherman, a member of the Atchison Bass Club. He traveled all over the country participating and winning fishing tournaments. Besides fishing he enjoyed gardening and yardwork and spending time with his family and grandchildren. Al married Velma Chmidling in February 1950 at the First Christian Church. They were just shy of celebrating seventy-three years of marriage. Velma survives of the home. Survivors include two sons, Rick and Kathy Mangelsdorf, Lawrence, KS, Bill and Kelly Mangelsdorf, Leavenworth, KS, two daughters, Susie Sutter, Silver Spring, MD, Debbie and Raymond Kane, Atchison, KS, daughter in law, Diane Mangelsdorf, Tonganoxie, KS, twelve grandchildren, sixteen great grandchildren and three great great grandchildren. He was preceded by his parents, a son Robert Mangelsdorf, Sr., and a grandson, Robert Mangelsdorf, Jr.<figure>
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Alfred J "Al" Mangelsdorf Jr. 1928 - 2023

Perry Andrew Chilcoat 46, of Wathena, KS passed away Tuesday, January 10, 2023 at his home. He was born June 1, 1976 in St. Joseph, MO, son of Barbara and James Chilcoat. 

He graduated from DeKalb High School, and worked at Tyson Foods, Bracken - Atchison, and Ameri Mills. Perry enjoyed fishing, scrapping, gaming, playing mini golf and spending time with his kids and grandchildren. 

He was preceded in death by father, James Perry Chilcoat. 

Survivors include wife, Julia May Chilcoat of the home, mother, Barbara Chilcoat, St. Joseph, MO, four daughters; Katie (Nicolas) O'Donnell, Amy (Zakari) Geary, Cheyanne (Kenton) Rohrer, and Abigail Chilcoat, 9 grandchildren, a brother, Tony (Antonette) Chilcoat, Kansas City, MO, a sister, Lisa (Mark) Jenkins, Faucett, MO, two brother in laws, Richard Weyer, and Billy Kerns III, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends from 6-7:00 PM on Friday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Memorial services &amp; public live stream following at 7:00 pm, Friday January 13, 2023 at the Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Leanna VanZandt Nauman officiating.

Perry Andrew Chilcoat 46, of Wathena, KS passed away Tuesday, January 10, 2023 at his home. He was born June 1, 1976 in St. Joseph, MO, son of Barbara and James Chilcoat. He graduated from DeKalb High School, and worked at Tyson Foods, Bracken - Atchison, and Ameri Mills. Perry enjoyed fishing, scrapping, gaming, playing mini golf and spending time with his kids and grandchildren. He was preceded in death by father, James Perry Chilcoat. Survivors include wife, Julia May Chilcoat of the home, mother, Barbara Chilcoat, St. Joseph, MO, four daughters; Katie (Nicolas) O'Donnell, Amy (Zakari) Geary, Cheyanne (Kenton) Rohrer, and Abigail Chilcoat, 9 grandchildren, a brother, Tony (Antonette) Chilcoat, Kansas City, MO, a sister, Lisa (Mark) Jenkins, Faucett, MO, two brother in laws, Richard Weyer, and Billy Kerns III, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 6-7:00 PM on Friday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Memorial services &amp; public live stream following at 7:00 pm, Friday January 13, 2023 at the Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Leanna VanZandt Nauman officiating.<figure>
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Perry Andrew Chilcoat 1976 - 2023

Karon Joy Grom 79, of Kansas City, MO formerly of St. Joseph, passed away Sunday, January 8, 2023 in a Kansas City, MO. hospice house. She was born October 26, 1943 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of the late Maybelle and Forrest Clinton. 

She graduated from Central High School and Missouri Western State University school of Nursing. She worked at at Mead Products then Heartland Regional Medical Center as a registered nurse, in the Oncology department. In her younger years she was an amazing pool player, winning several tournaments, she enjoyed crochet, shopping, and interior decorating, and was a member of Cathedral of St. Joseph catholic church. 

Karon was preceded in death by her parents, husband, John Grom, son, Charles Edward Walters, two sisters; Elaine Randall, and Rita Clinton. 

Survivors include sons, Joe (Kathi) Grom, St. Joseph, MO, Brian (Shelley) Walters, Reeds Spring, MO, and Jason Grom, St. Joseph, MO, daughter, Sherry Gale Grom, seven grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, and two sisters Naomi Bricker, and Mary Zahner.

The family will receive friends from 12-2:00 PM Friday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Funeral services and public live stream; 2:00 pm, Friday, January 13, 2023 at the Rupp Funeral Home, The Interment will be at the Mount Olivet Cemetery.

Karon Joy Grom 79, of Kansas City, MO formerly of St. Joseph, passed away Sunday, January 8, 2023 in a Kansas City, MO. hospice house. She was born October 26, 1943 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of the late Maybelle and Forrest Clinton. She graduated from Central High School and Missouri Western State University school of Nursing. She worked at at Mead Products then Heartland Regional Medical Center as a registered nurse, in the Oncology department. In her younger years she was an amazing pool player, winning several tournaments, she enjoyed crochet, shopping, and interior decorating, and was a member of Cathedral of St. Joseph catholic church. Karon was preceded in death by her parents, husband, John Grom, son, Charles Edward Walters, two sisters; Elaine Randall, and Rita Clinton. Survivors include sons, Joe (Kathi) Grom, St. Joseph, MO, Brian (Shelley) Walters, Reeds Spring, MO, and Jason Grom, St. Joseph, MO, daughter, Sherry Gale Grom, seven grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, and two sisters Naomi Bricker, and Mary Zahner. The family will receive friends from 12-2:00 PM Friday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Funeral services and public live stream; 2:00 pm, Friday, January 13, 2023 at the Rupp Funeral Home, The Interment will be at the Mount Olivet Cemetery.<figure>
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Karon Joy Grom 1943 - 2023

Ronald "Pee Wee" Lee Helton 70, of St. Joseph, MO passed away Friday, January 6, 2023. He was born December 14, 1952 in St. Joseph, MO, son of the late Charlotte and Roy Helton. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, siblings: Betty, Shirley, Laura, Roy Jr., Chuck, David, Bobby, Jerry, and Billy, his ride or die, Debbie Wilfong. 

Survivors include siblings, Frances, Mary, Donnie, Richard, Judy (R.C.), and long time friend, Charlie Frazier.

Graveside services 10:30 am Friday, at Mount Auburn Cemetery, St. Joseph, MO.

Ronald "Pee Wee" Lee Helton 70, of St. Joseph, MO passed away Friday, January 6, 2023. He was born December 14, 1952 in St. Joseph, MO, son of the late Charlotte and Roy Helton. He was preceded in death by his parents, siblings: Betty, Shirley, Laura, Roy Jr., Chuck, David, Bobby, Jerry, and Billy, his ride or die, Debbie Wilfong. Survivors include siblings, Frances, Mary, Donnie, Richard, Judy (R.C.), and long time friend, Charlie Frazier. Graveside services 10:30 am Friday, at Mount Auburn Cemetery, St. Joseph, MO.<figure>
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