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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Ronald "PeeWee" Lee Helton 1952 - 2023

Rick Blanton, 65, of St. Joseph, formally of Sandy, Utah, passed away Monday, January 9, 2023 with his sisters by his side.

Rick was born September 25, 1957 in St. Joseph to the late Eugene and Marjorie Blanton.&nbsp; He was a graduate of LeBlond High School.&nbsp; On July 1, 1978 Rick married Kim Robinson.&nbsp; Rick and Kim lived in Sandy, Utah for 40 years.&nbsp; Kim preceded Rick in death on October 17, 2017.

In addition to his wife, Rick was preceded in death by his parents and brother Dennis Blanton.

Survivors include sisters Patty (Dan) Allen and Peggy (Dino) Lincoln, in-laws E. Allyn and Karen Robinson, numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

A &nbsp;private Celebration of Life will be held for family and friends.

Inurnment for Rick and Kim will take place at Memorial Park Cemetery at a later date.

Rick Blanton, 65, of St. Joseph, formally of Sandy, Utah, passed away Monday, January 9, 2023 with his sisters by his side.Rick was born September 25, 1957 in St. Joseph to the late Eugene and Marjorie Blanton.&nbsp; He was a graduate of LeBlond High School.&nbsp; On July 1, 1978 Rick married Kim Robinson.&nbsp; Rick and Kim lived in Sandy, Utah for 40 years.&nbsp; Kim preceded Rick in death on October 17, 2017.In addition to his wife, Rick was preceded in death by his parents and brother Dennis Blanton.Survivors include sisters Patty (Dan) Allen and Peggy (Dino) Lincoln, in-laws E. Allyn and Karen Robinson, numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.A &nbsp;private Celebration of Life will be held for family and friends.Inurnment for Rick and Kim will take place at Memorial Park Cemetery at a later date.<figure>
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Rick Blanton 1957 - 2023

On Sunday, January 8th, 2023, Estelle Weiss of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away at the age of 91.

Estelle was born Estelle Frances Taylor on January 2nd, 1932, in Kansas City, Missouri to Jack Taylor and Adalyn Taylor. She was primarily a loving mother and housewife as well as working at American Can company for 5 years.

She was preceded in death by her husband Leland Weiss on April 4th, 2002, as well as her son Jay Weiss.&nbsp;

&nbsp;She is survived by her brother Steven Taylor, as well as her children Christine Broderick (Chris Broderick), Randi WIlliams (Paul Williams), Sandy Allen, Rick Weiss (Debi Weiss), and Carla Burnetta.

&nbsp;A service will be held on January 16th&nbsp;at Our Lady of Guadalupe&nbsp;with the visitation starting at 9:30, rosary at 10:30 and funeral mass at 11.

On Sunday, January 8th, 2023, Estelle Weiss of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away at the age of 91.Estelle was born Estelle Frances Taylor on January 2nd, 1932, in Kansas City, Missouri to Jack Taylor and Adalyn Taylor. She was primarily a loving mother and housewife as well as working at American Can company for 5 years.She was preceded in death by her husband Leland Weiss on April 4th, 2002, as well as her son Jay Weiss.&nbsp;&nbsp;She is survived by her brother Steven Taylor, as well as her children Christine Broderick (Chris Broderick), Randi WIlliams (Paul Williams), Sandy Allen, Rick Weiss (Debi Weiss), and Carla Burnetta.&nbsp;A service will be held on January 16th&nbsp;at Our Lady of Guadalupe&nbsp;with the visitation starting at 9:30, rosary at 10:30 and funeral mass at 11.<figure>
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Estelle Frances Weiss 1932 - 2023

Albert Louis Grable, 89, of Stewartsville, Missouri, passed away on Saturday, January 7, 2023. He was born January 10, 1933, to Jesse Lee and Mary Corrine (Fisher) Grable at his grandparents home in Agency, Missouri.

At a young age he began acquiring his blacksmithing skills, working along side his father and grandfather.&nbsp;&nbsp;He entered elementary school in Clarksdale Missouri, however during 4th grade, his family moved back to Agency, Missouri.&nbsp;&nbsp;He graduated as class salutatorian from Agency High School in 1951.

After high school, he went to work for the railroad in LaPlata, Missouri and Fort Madison, Iowa as a telegraph operator for two years.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was drafted into the Army in 1953 and was stationed at Eielson Air Force Base, Fairbanks, Alaska, serving as an Early Warning Plotter.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was honorably discharged as a Corporal in 1955, was awarded the National Defense Service Medal and Good Conduct Medal.

Albert returned home to attend St. Joseph Junior College and continued his education at Northwest Missouri State University, graduating with a B.S. in Mathematics and Science, earning his teaching degree in 1960.&nbsp;&nbsp;He taught high school math at Stewartsville and King City, Missouri.&nbsp;&nbsp;He worked as an Adjudicator for the Social Security Administration in Kansas City, Missouri.&nbsp;&nbsp;In 1962, he began working for the Saint Joseph Terminal Railroad as a Railroad Clerk until their closing in 1984.&nbsp;&nbsp;He then worked for Peachtree Door &amp; Windows until their closing, then was employed with Mead Products when he retired in 1995.

On February 7, 1959, Albert married Annabelle Fisher at Saint Francis Xavier Catholic Church, St Joseph.&nbsp;&nbsp;In July 1964, they moved to their farm near Stewartsville, Missouri to raise their family.&nbsp;&nbsp;They were married over 63 years when Annabelle passed July 29, 2022. Albert was a loving, responsible and selfless husband and father, always the peace keeper.&nbsp;&nbsp;As his family grew, he sometimes took on a 2nd job while also taking care of his farm.&nbsp;&nbsp;Albert was a member of Saint Joseph Catholic Church in Easton, Missouri and served many years on the Parish Council, Cemetery Board, and as a Mass Lector.&nbsp;&nbsp;As a member of Saint Francis Xavier Catholic Church he volunteered at the House of Bread and MIR House.

Albert enjoyed many interests including playing guitar while accompanying his father playing the fiddle.&nbsp;&nbsp;He later learned to also play the fiddle and other instruments.&nbsp;&nbsp;As a young man, he enjoyed hunting rabbits and pheasants with his dad and their beagles.&nbsp;&nbsp;On the farm, he raised cattle, sheep, and enjoyed his many beagle hounds.&nbsp;&nbsp;Albert loved telling stories of days gone by and family history.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was a fountain of information, having extensive knowledge and passion for his family ancestry, never forgetting names and events.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was the best dad, grandpa, and great-grandpa that we could ever ask for and will be sadly missed.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Annabelle; infant daughter, Christine Ann; granddaughter, Danielle Marie; siblings, Garold, George, Donald, and Anna Nadine Clark.

Survivors include siblings; Norman (Jan), Herman (Helen); children, Lena Osborn, Daniel (Lisa) Grable, Karla (Terry) Lewman, Terisia Grable, Camille (Jerry) Brabham; 12 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. Special thanks to Kenneth Kerns and Pat Martin.

Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 12, at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. Burial at St. Joseph Cemetery in Easton, Missouri. Visitation 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday Jan. 11 with Rosary at 5:30 p.m. at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel.

Albert Louis Grable, 89, of Stewartsville, Missouri, passed away on Saturday, January 7, 2023. He was born January 10, 1933, to Jesse Lee and Mary Corrine (Fisher) Grable at his grandparents home in Agency, Missouri. At a young age he began acquiring his blacksmithing skills, working along side his father and grandfather.&nbsp;&nbsp;He entered elementary school in Clarksdale Missouri, however during 4th grade, his family moved back to Agency, Missouri.&nbsp;&nbsp;He graduated as class salutatorian from Agency High School in 1951. After high school, he went to work for the railroad in LaPlata, Missouri and Fort Madison, Iowa as a telegraph operator for two years.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was drafted into the Army in 1953 and was stationed at Eielson Air Force Base, Fairbanks, Alaska, serving as an Early Warning Plotter.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was honorably discharged as a Corporal in 1955, was awarded the National Defense Service Medal and Good Conduct Medal. Albert returned home to attend St. Joseph Junior College and continued his education at Northwest Missouri State University, graduating with a B.S. in Mathematics and Science, earning his teaching degree in 1960.&nbsp;&nbsp;He taught high school math at Stewartsville and King City, Missouri.&nbsp;&nbsp;He worked as an Adjudicator for the Social Security Administration in Kansas City, Missouri.&nbsp;&nbsp;In 1962, he began working for the Saint Joseph Terminal Railroad as a Railroad Clerk until their closing in 1984.&nbsp;&nbsp;He then worked for Peachtree Door &amp; Windows until their closing, then was employed with Mead Products when he retired in 1995. On February 7, 1959, Albert married Annabelle Fisher at Saint Francis Xavier Catholic Church, St Joseph.&nbsp;&nbsp;In July 1964, they moved to their farm near Stewartsville, Missouri to raise their family.&nbsp;&nbsp;They were married over 63 years when Annabelle passed July 29, 2022. Albert was a loving, responsible and selfless husband and father, always the peace keeper.&nbsp;&nbsp;As his family grew, he sometimes took on a 2nd job while also taking care of his farm.&nbsp;&nbsp;Albert was a member of Saint Joseph Catholic Church in Easton, Missouri and served many years on the Parish Council, Cemetery Board, and as a Mass Lector.&nbsp;&nbsp;As a member of Saint Francis Xavier Catholic Church he volunteered at the House of Bread and MIR House. Albert enjoyed many interests including playing guitar while accompanying his father playing the fiddle.&nbsp;&nbsp;He later learned to also play the fiddle and other instruments.&nbsp;&nbsp;As a young man, he enjoyed hunting rabbits and pheasants with his dad and their beagles.&nbsp;&nbsp;On the farm, he raised cattle, sheep, and enjoyed his many beagle hounds.&nbsp;&nbsp;Albert loved telling stories of days gone by and family history.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was a fountain of information, having extensive knowledge and passion for his family ancestry, never forgetting names and events.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was the best dad, grandpa, and great-grandpa that we could ever ask for and will be sadly missed. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Annabelle; infant daughter, Christine Ann; granddaughter, Danielle Marie; siblings, Garold, George, Donald, and Anna Nadine Clark. Survivors include siblings; Norman (Jan), Herman (Helen); children, Lena Osborn, Daniel (Lisa) Grable, Karla (Terry) Lewman, Terisia Grable, Camille (Jerry) Brabham; 12 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. Special thanks to Kenneth Kerns and Pat Martin. Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 12, at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. Burial at St. Joseph Cemetery in Easton, Missouri. Visitation 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday Jan. 11 with Rosary at 5:30 p.m. at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel.<figure>
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Albert Louis Grable 1933 - 2023

Howard R. Simpson, 88, of Kansas City, Missouri passed away Sunday, January 8, 2023, at the St. Luke’s North Hospital.&nbsp;

Howard was born on May 3, 1934, in Sparks, Kansas to Robert and Mable (Orcutt) Simpson.&nbsp;

He was a member of U.S. Air Force. Howard worked for Corn Products for 31 years and farmed all his life. He raised horses, cow’s hogs and chickens. Howard was a welder in his heart, he loved making trailers. &nbsp;

Howard married Wanda J. (Gatton) on September 8, 1962. She preceded him in death.&nbsp;

He was also preceded in death by his parents, sons, Bruce and Russell Simpson, sister, Mildred Bradberry, brothers, Don, James, Melvin, Norman, Harold and Fred Simpson.&nbsp;

Survivors: daughters, Kathy Arnold, Kansas City, Missouri.&nbsp;Delores Roundtree, Elkland, Missouri. Stepdaughters, Christine Britton, Camby, Oregon, Cathy White, Garden City, Missouri. Brother, Carl Dale Simpson, Elwood, Kansas. Numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.&nbsp;

Funeral Service: 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, January 17, 2023 at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home, Wathena, Kansas.&nbsp;

Visitation: 1:00 P.M. 1 hour prior to service.&nbsp;

Burial: Fanning Cemetery, Fanning, Kansas.

Howard R. Simpson, 88, of Kansas City, Missouri passed away Sunday, January 8, 2023, at the St. Luke’s North Hospital.&nbsp;Howard was born on May 3, 1934, in Sparks, Kansas to Robert and Mable (Orcutt) Simpson.&nbsp;He was a member of U.S. Air Force. Howard worked for Corn Products for 31 years and farmed all his life. He raised horses, cow’s hogs and chickens. Howard was a welder in his heart, he loved making trailers. &nbsp;Howard married Wanda J. (Gatton) on September 8, 1962. She preceded him in death.&nbsp;He was also preceded in death by his parents, sons, Bruce and Russell Simpson, sister, Mildred Bradberry, brothers, Don, James, Melvin, Norman, Harold and Fred Simpson.&nbsp;Survivors: daughters, Kathy Arnold, Kansas City, Missouri.&nbsp;Delores Roundtree, Elkland, Missouri. Stepdaughters, Christine Britton, Camby, Oregon, Cathy White, Garden City, Missouri. Brother, Carl Dale Simpson, Elwood, Kansas. Numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.&nbsp;Funeral Service: 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, January 17, 2023 at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home, Wathena, Kansas.&nbsp;Visitation: 1:00 P.M. 1 hour prior to service.&nbsp;Burial: Fanning Cemetery, Fanning, Kansas.

Howard R. Simpson 1934 - 2023

Gary Rudolph Smutny, 82, of Topeka, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on January 7, 2023.

Born on July 4, 1940, to the unity of Rudolph and Bernice (Bergmann) Smutny.

Gary graduated from Seaman High School and attended Washburn University. He served in the US Army Reserves for 8 years.

Gary was a member of American Legion Post 400. He worked for Sears Roebuck as District Manager overseeing several stores and Goodyear Tire &amp; Rubber Company, where he retired.

Gary loved spending time with his family and enjoyed his hobbies, especially his collection of model railroad trains, building projects, and traveling to all 50 states, Mexico and Canada.

Gary was a member of Mother Teresa of Calcutta Catholic Church in Topeka.&nbsp;

Gary married the love of his life, Rita (Hochard) Smutny on June 18, 1960 at St. Patrick Catholic Church at Coal Creek, KS in Nemaha County. They were married over 62 years and enjoyed a long, fulfilling life together.&nbsp; She survives.&nbsp;

Gary is preceded in death by his parents, Rudolph and Bernice Smutny, and a sister Janice Smutny.&nbsp;

He is survived by his wife, Rita, of the home; five daughters Annette (Doug) Roach, Wichita, KS; Tammy (Mark) Conley, Topeka, KS; Michelle (David) Martin, Leawood, KS; Brenda (Jeremy) Kebert, Topeka, KS; Jennifer (Scott) Bauer, Evans, GA; one son John Smutny, Wichita, KS; a brother Larry Smutny, Topeka, KS; and two sisters Jeanne (Mike) Chavez, Topeka, KS; Joanne (Darrell) Abernathy, St. Louis, MO; 23 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Mass of Christian burial will be held at Mother Teresa of Calcutta Catholic Church on Thursday, January 12th&nbsp;at 10:30 a.m. celebrated by Father Tim Haberkorn. Burial with military honors will follow at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery in Hoyt, KS. Gary will lie in state after 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hoyt, KS, where friends and family are invited to celebrate his life with the rosary being prayed at 6:00 p.m., followed by visitation until 8:00.&nbsp; 

Online condolences may be made at <a href="https://www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com/obituary/gary-smutny">chapeloaksfuneralhome</a>.

Gary Rudolph Smutny, 82, of Topeka, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on January 7, 2023.Born on July 4, 1940, to the unity of Rudolph and Bernice (Bergmann) Smutny.Gary graduated from Seaman High School and attended Washburn University. He served in the US Army Reserves for 8 years.Gary was a member of American Legion Post 400. He worked for Sears Roebuck as District Manager overseeing several stores and Goodyear Tire &amp; Rubber Company, where he retired.Gary loved spending time with his family and enjoyed his hobbies, especially his collection of model railroad trains, building projects, and traveling to all 50 states, Mexico and Canada.Gary was a member of Mother Teresa of Calcutta Catholic Church in Topeka.&nbsp;Gary married the love of his life, Rita (Hochard) Smutny on June 18, 1960 at St. Patrick Catholic Church at Coal Creek, KS in Nemaha County. They were married over 62 years and enjoyed a long, fulfilling life together.&nbsp; She survives.&nbsp;Gary is preceded in death by his parents, Rudolph and Bernice Smutny, and a sister Janice Smutny.&nbsp;He is survived by his wife, Rita, of the home; five daughters Annette (Doug) Roach, Wichita, KS; Tammy (Mark) Conley, Topeka, KS; Michelle (David) Martin, Leawood, KS; Brenda (Jeremy) Kebert, Topeka, KS; Jennifer (Scott) Bauer, Evans, GA; one son John Smutny, Wichita, KS; a brother Larry Smutny, Topeka, KS; and two sisters Jeanne (Mike) Chavez, Topeka, KS; Joanne (Darrell) Abernathy, St. Louis, MO; 23 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.Mass of Christian burial will be held at Mother Teresa of Calcutta Catholic Church on Thursday, January 12th&nbsp;at 10:30 a.m. celebrated by Father Tim Haberkorn. Burial with military honors will follow at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery in Hoyt, KS. Gary will lie in state after 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hoyt, KS, where friends and family are invited to celebrate his life with the rosary being prayed at 6:00 p.m., followed by visitation until 8:00.&nbsp; Online condolences may be made at <a href="https://www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com/obituary/gary-smutny">chapeloaksfuneralhome</a>.<figure>
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Gary Rudolph Smutny 1940 - 2023

Sarah Lorraine Kennedy 89, of St. Joseph, MO, passed away Saturday, January 7, 2023 at her home. She was born March 2, 1933 in Breckenridge, MO, daughter of the late Mildred and Donald McCrary. 

She graduated from Kidder MO High School, and she was a homemaker. She enjoyed dancing, fishing, canning, working puzzles, sewing, gardening, raising chickens, and milking cows, but most especially spending time with her family. Sarah attended the Freeman Chapel Free Will Baptist Church. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Wesley Edwin Kennedy, granddaughter, Olivia, and brother, Lawrence McCrary. 

Survivors include: daughter, Sandra (James) Brock, St. Joseph, MO, sons: Wesley "Allie" (Vicki) Kennedy, St. Joseph, MO, Randy Kennedy, Easton, MO, Jim (Brenda) Kennedy, Stewartsville, MO, Billy Kennedy, St. Joseph, MO, and David (Angie) Kennedy, St. Joseph, MO, brothers, Cecil "Dean" McCrary, Jamesport, MO and Charles McCrary, Savannah, MO, sisters, Mildred Warner, St. Joseph, MO and Evelyn Kay Arnold, Rancho Cucamunga, CA, sister in law, Janice McCrary, and 16 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, 8 step grandchildren, and 2 great-great grandchildren.

The family will receive friends from 6-8:00 PM on Tuesday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Funeral services and public live stream; 10:00 am, Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at the Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Vernon Maggert officiating. The Interment will be at the Kidder Cemetery.

Sarah Lorraine Kennedy 89, of St. Joseph, MO, passed away Saturday, January 7, 2023 at her home. She was born March 2, 1933 in Breckenridge, MO, daughter of the late Mildred and Donald McCrary. She graduated from Kidder MO High School, and she was a homemaker. She enjoyed dancing, fishing, canning, working puzzles, sewing, gardening, raising chickens, and milking cows, but most especially spending time with her family. Sarah attended the Freeman Chapel Free Will Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Wesley Edwin Kennedy, granddaughter, Olivia, and brother, Lawrence McCrary. Survivors include: daughter, Sandra (James) Brock, St. Joseph, MO, sons: Wesley "Allie" (Vicki) Kennedy, St. Joseph, MO, Randy Kennedy, Easton, MO, Jim (Brenda) Kennedy, Stewartsville, MO, Billy Kennedy, St. Joseph, MO, and David (Angie) Kennedy, St. Joseph, MO, brothers, Cecil "Dean" McCrary, Jamesport, MO and Charles McCrary, Savannah, MO, sisters, Mildred Warner, St. Joseph, MO and Evelyn Kay Arnold, Rancho Cucamunga, CA, sister in law, Janice McCrary, and 16 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, 8 step grandchildren, and 2 great-great grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 6-8:00 PM on Tuesday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Funeral services and public live stream; 10:00 am, Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at the Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Vernon Maggert officiating. The Interment will be at the Kidder Cemetery.<figure>
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Sarah Lorraine Kennedy 1933 - 2023

Mary Wilson, 84, of Salina, Kansas, went to be with the Lord on 
January 6, 2023. She was born on July 13, 1938, to Veronica and John 
Ernst of Atchison, Kansas.

She was married on September 28, 1963, to Walt Wilson of Huron, 
Kansas, to whom she was married for 51 years. They had 2 children, Karen
 and Steve, and resided in Salina all of their married life. Mary worked
 as a registered nurse at St. John’s Hospital, Salina, from 1963 to her 
retirement in 1981. Upon retirement, she did insurance physicals for 
local insurance agents and also was a delivery driver for Jim’s Pharmacy
 until the late 1990s. After retirement from the work force, she kicked
 her nursing skills back in place by taking care of her husband until 
his passing in July of 2015. She was a devoted wife and mother and loved
 spending time with her family, friends, and her dog, Mollie, as well as
 her granddogs.

She was proceeded in death by her husband, Walt, of Salina; parents, 
John and Veronica Ernst, of Atchison; and her twin brother, John Ernst, 
also of Atchison. She is survived by her kids, Karen Laas (Mark), of 
Brookville, and Steve, of Salina; sister, Betty Larson, of Everest, 
Kansas; as well as several nieces and nephews.

Cremation has been chosen. The funeral will take place at St. 
Benedict’s Church in Atchison, in the spring of 2023 with a date being 
determined. Family and friends are invited to stop by Ryan Mortuary 
between 12:00 pm and 5:00 pm on Friday, January 13, 2023, to sign the 
register book and collect a memorial folder.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Salina Animal Shelter, 
St. Mary’s Catholic Church, or Gentiva Hospice, all of Salina, or St. 
Benedict’s Church in Atchison, in care of Ryan Mortuary, 137 North 
Eighth Street, Salina, KS 67401.

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 </figure>Mary Wilson, 84, of Salina, Kansas, went to be with the Lord on 
January 6, 2023. She was born on July 13, 1938, to Veronica and John 
Ernst of Atchison, Kansas.She was married on September 28, 1963, to Walt Wilson of Huron, 
Kansas, to whom she was married for 51 years. They had 2 children, Karen
 and Steve, and resided in Salina all of their married life. Mary worked
 as a registered nurse at St. John’s Hospital, Salina, from 1963 to her 
retirement in 1981. Upon retirement, she did insurance physicals for 
local insurance agents and also was a delivery driver for Jim’s Pharmacy
 until the late 1990s. After retirement from the work force, she kicked
 her nursing skills back in place by taking care of her husband until 
his passing in July of 2015. She was a devoted wife and mother and loved
 spending time with her family, friends, and her dog, Mollie, as well as
 her granddogs.She was proceeded in death by her husband, Walt, of Salina; parents, 
John and Veronica Ernst, of Atchison; and her twin brother, John Ernst, 
also of Atchison. She is survived by her kids, Karen Laas (Mark), of 
Brookville, and Steve, of Salina; sister, Betty Larson, of Everest, 
Kansas; as well as several nieces and nephews.Cremation has been chosen. The funeral will take place at St. 
Benedict’s Church in Atchison, in the spring of 2023 with a date being 
determined. Family and friends are invited to stop by Ryan Mortuary 
between 12:00 pm and 5:00 pm on Friday, January 13, 2023, to sign the 
register book and collect a memorial folder.In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Salina Animal Shelter, 
St. Mary’s Catholic Church, or Gentiva Hospice, all of Salina, or St. 
Benedict’s Church in Atchison, in care of Ryan Mortuary, 137 North 
Eighth Street, Salina, KS 67401.

Mary M. (Ernst) Wilson

Sandra Carol (Clemens) Black, 80, of Rushville, MO passed away at home surrounded by her family on Friday, January 6, 2023. A Celebration of Life will be held at Sugar Creek Ladies Aid Hall on Saturday, January 21, 2023, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. A private family burial will be held in Sugar Creek Cemetery. Carol has been cremated under the direct care of Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home. Carol was born August 27, 1942, in Weston, MO the daughter of Andrew G. and Shirley C. (Pemberton) Clemens. She was the second of fifteen children and attended Weston, Rushville, and DeKalb Schools. Carol married Martin Lee Black on August 21, 1959, at the Rushville Christian Church. Together they raised five children and were married for fifty-five years. Being a mother and homemaker was her primary occupation. As a mother to the five children, her children were her pride and joy, family was her life. As a homemaker she would help those in need without reservation in any way she could. As the children grew older, Carol worked at Pete’s Farm Market in East Atchison, MO before she worked in the Atchison Hospital Dietary for thirty-seven years, retiring in 2013. Carol was a member of the Atchison Hospital Auxiliary and volunteered at the Hospital Gift Shop and Twice Is Nice Thrift Store until 2017.

Carol enjoyed baking which included birthday, wedding, and retirement cakes for over twenty years, Casinos, crossword puzzles, sewing, quilting, and traveling but never ventured too far to be home within twenty-four hours and spending time with friends and family. Her motto was “Family comes first before all things except God, and He will take care of all things from there”. Survivors include four sons: Donald (Kristi) Weston, MO, David (Sherri) St. Joseph, MO, Darryl (Heather) Merriam, KS and Larry of Rushville, MO; four grandchildren Kimberly (Robert) Klostermayer, Brandon Black (Kelsey), Dylan Black and Chelsea Black (Josh); two great-grandchildren Kyra and Tyberius Klostermayer; seven brother’s W.G., Jerry, Ronnie, Larry, Harold, Martin and Keith Clemens; and five sisters Ann Faulk, Barbara Jellish, Sheena Clemens, Sara Nuckols and Lisa Scott; numerous brother- in- laws, sister- in- laws, nephews, nieces and cousins. Carol was preceded in death by her parents; two infant brothers Steven and Ross; daughter, Nancy Janelle in 1993 and husband, Martin Lee in 2015.

Sandra Carol (Clemens) Black, 80, of Rushville, MO passed away at home surrounded by her family on Friday, January 6, 2023. A Celebration of Life will be held at Sugar Creek Ladies Aid Hall on Saturday, January 21, 2023, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. A private family burial will be held in Sugar Creek Cemetery. Carol has been cremated under the direct care of Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home. Carol was born August 27, 1942, in Weston, MO the daughter of Andrew G. and Shirley C. (Pemberton) Clemens. She was the second of fifteen children and attended Weston, Rushville, and DeKalb Schools. Carol married Martin Lee Black on August 21, 1959, at the Rushville Christian Church. Together they raised five children and were married for fifty-five years. Being a mother and homemaker was her primary occupation. As a mother to the five children, her children were her pride and joy, family was her life. As a homemaker she would help those in need without reservation in any way she could. As the children grew older, Carol worked at Pete’s Farm Market in East Atchison, MO before she worked in the Atchison Hospital Dietary for thirty-seven years, retiring in 2013. Carol was a member of the Atchison Hospital Auxiliary and volunteered at the Hospital Gift Shop and Twice Is Nice Thrift Store until 2017. Carol enjoyed baking which included birthday, wedding, and retirement cakes for over twenty years, Casinos, crossword puzzles, sewing, quilting, and traveling but never ventured too far to be home within twenty-four hours and spending time with friends and family. Her motto was “Family comes first before all things except God, and He will take care of all things from there”. Survivors include four sons: Donald (Kristi) Weston, MO, David (Sherri) St. Joseph, MO, Darryl (Heather) Merriam, KS and Larry of Rushville, MO; four grandchildren Kimberly (Robert) Klostermayer, Brandon Black (Kelsey), Dylan Black and Chelsea Black (Josh); two great-grandchildren Kyra and Tyberius Klostermayer; seven brother’s W.G., Jerry, Ronnie, Larry, Harold, Martin and Keith Clemens; and five sisters Ann Faulk, Barbara Jellish, Sheena Clemens, Sara Nuckols and Lisa Scott; numerous brother- in- laws, sister- in- laws, nephews, nieces and cousins. Carol was preceded in death by her parents; two infant brothers Steven and Ross; daughter, Nancy Janelle in 1993 and husband, Martin Lee in 2015.<figure>
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Sandra Carol Black (Clemens) 1942 - 2023

Elaine Beth Evans, passed away on January 3rd, 2023, after a brief illness at MOSAIC Life Care Center at the age of 70.

Beth was born on February 14th, 1952 in Saint Joseph, Missouri, to Leonard and Marguerite Evans.

She was a lifelong resident of Saint Joseph, and graduated from Lafayette High School. She retired from Boehringer Ingelheim Corporation after 40 years of employment. She was a member of the old Third Street Presbyterian Church, and a current member of Maxwell Heights Presbyterian Church. In her youth, she was also an avid softball player and baseball fan. Beth will always be remembered for her extraordinary sense of humor.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Leonard Evans Sr and Marguerite Evans, and older brother, Leonard Evans.

Beth is survived by her brother, Wayne Evans (Julie), Cameron; sister, Rebecca Evans, Saint Joseph; and several nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her best friend of 45 years, Norma Ford, and close friend, Benita Words. In lieu of flowers a memorial contribution may be made in Beth’s name to “Friends of the Animal Shelter of Saint Joseph”, online at www.petforu.com.

There will be a visitation Wednesday evening, Jan 11th from 6 to 8 o’clock at the Rupp Funeral Home in Saint Joseph. Graveside Services and Inurnment will be at the Evergreen Cemetery, Cameron at a later date.

Elaine Beth Evans, passed away on January 3rd, 2023, after a brief illness at MOSAIC Life Care Center at the age of 70.Beth was born on February 14th, 1952 in Saint Joseph, Missouri, to Leonard and Marguerite Evans.She was a lifelong resident of Saint Joseph, and graduated from Lafayette High School. She retired from Boehringer Ingelheim Corporation after 40 years of employment. She was a member of the old Third Street Presbyterian Church, and a current member of Maxwell Heights Presbyterian Church. In her youth, she was also an avid softball player and baseball fan. Beth will always be remembered for her extraordinary sense of humor.She is preceded in death by her parents, Leonard Evans Sr and Marguerite Evans, and older brother, Leonard Evans.Beth is survived by her brother, Wayne Evans (Julie), Cameron; sister, Rebecca Evans, Saint Joseph; and several nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her best friend of 45 years, Norma Ford, and close friend, Benita Words. In lieu of flowers a memorial contribution may be made in Beth’s name to “Friends of the Animal Shelter of Saint Joseph”, online at www.petforu.com.There will be a visitation Wednesday evening, Jan 11th from 6 to 8 o’clock at the Rupp Funeral Home in Saint Joseph. Graveside Services and Inurnment will be at the Evergreen Cemetery, Cameron at a later date.<figure>
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Elaine Beth Evans 1952 - 2023

Rosella Palones 95, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, January 6, 2023 in Saint Joseph, MO. She was born July 29, 1927 in St. Joseph, MO. 

The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM on Thursday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Funeral services and public live stream 2:00 pm, Thursday, January 12, 2023 at Rupp Funeral Home, Interment; Mount Olivet Cemetery.

Rosella Palones 95, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, January 6, 2023 in Saint Joseph, MO. She was born July 29, 1927 in St. Joseph, MO. The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM on Thursday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Funeral services and public live stream 2:00 pm, Thursday, January 12, 2023 at Rupp Funeral Home, Interment; Mount Olivet Cemetery.<figure>
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Rosella Lee Palones 1927 - 2023

Please check back <a href="https://www.beckerdyer.com/memorials/marsha-downing/5109791/index.php">here</a> for obituary.

When: Saturday, January 14th, 2023 9:30am - 11:00am

Location: Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home

Address:800 Kansas Ave, Atchison, KS 66002

When: Saturday, January 14th, 2023 11:00am

Location: Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Chapel

Please check back <a href="https://www.beckerdyer.com/memorials/marsha-downing/5109791/index.php">here</a> for obituary.Visitation:When: Saturday, January 14th, 2023 9:30am - 11:00amLocation: Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral HomeAddress:800 Kansas Ave, Atchison, KS 66002Service:When: Saturday, January 14th, 2023 11:00amLocation: Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral ChapelInterment:Location: Armstrong CemeteryAddress: RUSHVILLE, MO 64484<figure>
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Marsha Ann Downing (Dunavan) 1945 - 2023

Helen Cornelius, 97, Easton, Missouri, passed away Thursday, January 5, 2023.

She was born on July 9, 1925, to Carl F. and Elma (Stuber) Sommer in St. Joseph, Missouri.

She attended Central High School in St. Joseph, and in 1948 she married Harry Cornelius, Jr. He preceded her in death.

She was a member of the Frederick Boulevard Baptist Church. Helen devoted her years as a homemaker while serving her church, friends, and family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Harry; granddaughter, Mindy; a sister, and two brothers.

Survivors include her daughter, Jan (Phil) Howerton of Chilhowee, MO; son, Dallas (Debby) Cornelius of Easton, MO; son, Cary (Sharon) Cornelius of Easton, MO; eleven grandchildren, and eighteen great-grandchildren.

Farewell Services and Public Livestream 10:30 A.M. Saturday, January 14, Frederick Boulevard Baptist Church. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Friday, January 13, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.

Helen Cornelius, 97, Easton, Missouri, passed away Thursday, January 5, 2023.She was born on July 9, 1925, to Carl F. and Elma (Stuber) Sommer in St. Joseph, Missouri.She attended Central High School in St. Joseph, and in 1948 she married Harry Cornelius, Jr. He preceded her in death.She was a member of the Frederick Boulevard Baptist Church. Helen devoted her years as a homemaker while serving her church, friends, and family.She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Harry; granddaughter, Mindy; a sister, and two brothers.Survivors include her daughter, Jan (Phil) Howerton of Chilhowee, MO; son, Dallas (Debby) Cornelius of Easton, MO; son, Cary (Sharon) Cornelius of Easton, MO; eleven grandchildren, and eighteen great-grandchildren.Farewell Services and Public Livestream 10:30 A.M. Saturday, January 14, Frederick Boulevard Baptist Church. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Friday, January 13, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.<figure>
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Helen Cornelius 1925 - 2023

Carolyn Shear, 77, Blue Eye, Missouri, formerly of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, January 5, 2023.

She was born September 18, 1945, in Rochester, New York to Michael and Genevieve (Geraci) Petitto.

Carolyn married Lawrence “Skip” Victor Shear, Jr., on August 23, 1969.

She was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. She taught preschool at Brookdale Presbyterian Church for 20 years.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Survivors include her husband; son, Brian Shear (Renee); daughter, Jennifer Shear; brothers, Robert Petitto and John Petitto (Virginia).

Mass of Christian Burial and Public Livestream 1:30 P.M. Friday, Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.

Carolyn Shear, 77, Blue Eye, Missouri, formerly of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, January 5, 2023.She was born September 18, 1945, in Rochester, New York to Michael and Genevieve (Geraci) Petitto.Carolyn married Lawrence “Skip” Victor Shear, Jr., on August 23, 1969.She was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. She taught preschool at Brookdale Presbyterian Church for 20 years.She was preceded in death by her parents.Survivors include her husband; son, Brian Shear (Renee); daughter, Jennifer Shear; brothers, Robert Petitto and John Petitto (Virginia).Mass of Christian Burial and Public Livestream 1:30 P.M. Friday, Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.<figure>
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Carolyn Shear 1945 - 2023

Regina Poncelow-Straub, 57, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, December 3, 2023.

Arrangements pending Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.

Regina Poncelow-Straub, 57, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, December 3, 2023.Arrangements pending Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.

Regina M. Poncelow-Straub 1975 - 2023

Glen Howard Brown was born on July 6, 1932 in Lincoln, Nebraska. He was one of nine children born to George and Fern (Forney) Brown.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Glen graduated from Mound City High School in 1951. After high school he served in the U.S. Air Force from 1951 to 1955. &nbsp;&nbsp;

On August 28, 1955 he married his high school sweetheart, Beth H. Huiatt, at the Shiloh church. They became parents of two children.&nbsp;&nbsp; Glen and Beth lived in San Francisco, California before moving to Mound City in 1997. Beth passed away in 2012. Glen passed away on January 2, 2023 at a Mound City care center.&nbsp;&nbsp;

In addition to his wife, Glen was also preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Richard, Harold, William, and Charles Brown; sister, Pat Bruntmyer; son-in-law, John Beaman; and an infant sister.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Survivors include his son and daughter-in-law, Kent and Nicole Brown of Mound City; daughter, Myrta Beaman of Utah; sisters, GeorgeAnna Lawrence of Kechi, Kansas and Janice McGee of Amarillo, Texas; and grandchildren, Chauncey and Marlee Brown of Mound City and Shaleah and Jaden Beaman of Utah.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Glen was an electrical and mechanical engineer.&nbsp; As such, he helped design and build the antenna array for the Apollo 14 mission to the moon.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Glen enjoyed woodworking and making furniture.&nbsp; He helped to completely rebuild a pipe organ in the Methodist Church in San Carlos, CA.&nbsp;&nbsp;Glen was very good at repurposing old equipment into new and useful items. He also enjoyed growing and caring for his fruit trees and making apple cider every fall.&nbsp; Glen took great pleasure in shelling walnuts and giving them as Christmas gifts.

A Celebration of Life picnic at the family pond will be held at a later date. A private family inurnment will also be held at a later date.

Glen Howard Brown was born on July 6, 1932 in Lincoln, Nebraska. He was one of nine children born to George and Fern (Forney) Brown.&nbsp;&nbsp;Glen graduated from Mound City High School in 1951. After high school he served in the U.S. Air Force from 1951 to 1955. &nbsp;&nbsp;On August 28, 1955 he married his high school sweetheart, Beth H. Huiatt, at the Shiloh church. They became parents of two children.&nbsp;&nbsp; Glen and Beth lived in San Francisco, California before moving to Mound City in 1997. Beth passed away in 2012. Glen passed away on January 2, 2023 at a Mound City care center.&nbsp;&nbsp;In addition to his wife, Glen was also preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Richard, Harold, William, and Charles Brown; sister, Pat Bruntmyer; son-in-law, John Beaman; and an infant sister.&nbsp;&nbsp;Survivors include his son and daughter-in-law, Kent and Nicole Brown of Mound City; daughter, Myrta Beaman of Utah; sisters, GeorgeAnna Lawrence of Kechi, Kansas and Janice McGee of Amarillo, Texas; and grandchildren, Chauncey and Marlee Brown of Mound City and Shaleah and Jaden Beaman of Utah.&nbsp;&nbsp;Glen was an electrical and mechanical engineer.&nbsp; As such, he helped design and build the antenna array for the Apollo 14 mission to the moon.&nbsp;&nbsp;Glen enjoyed woodworking and making furniture.&nbsp; He helped to completely rebuild a pipe organ in the Methodist Church in San Carlos, CA.&nbsp;&nbsp;Glen was very good at repurposing old equipment into new and useful items. He also enjoyed growing and caring for his fruit trees and making apple cider every fall.&nbsp; Glen took great pleasure in shelling walnuts and giving them as Christmas gifts.A Celebration of Life picnic at the family pond will be held at a later date. A private family inurnment will also be held at a later date.

Glen H. Brown 1932 - 2023

Naomi Morgan, 86, of Kansas City, MO passed away, January 2, 2023.

She was born on November 4, 1936 to Victor and Elva (Garrett) Yelton in Coldwater, KS. Naomi grew up in Gentry, AR where she graduated from Gentry High School.On October 31, 1954 she was united in marriage to Vernon Morgan. After their marriage they lived in various places and in 1994 settled in Kansas City where they made their home.

Naomi was a telephone operator for Southwestern Bell. She was a semiprofessional bowler and a bowling instructor. Naomi was a private pilot and enjoyed hunting, fishing and painting. She also drove a school bus and was a mail carrier for many years.

Naomi was a member of the Northwest Bible Church in Kansas City where she made many friends.

Naomi is survived by her husband, Vernon; children, Cheryl (Lyle) Kurth and Eric (Gayle) Morgan; grandchildren, Bailey Kurth, Courtney (Andrew) Bartlett, Brittney (Jeff) McCullough, Sydney (Blake) Lindeman: great-grandchildren, Mackenzie, Allison, Beckett, Chloe, Everleigh, and Camden; sister, Reba Luther; other relatives and many friends.

Visitation: 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Monday, January 9th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Smithville with Burial following at Ridgely Cemetery.

Memorial Service: 4:00 p.m. Monday, January 9th at Northwest Bible Church, 6520 NW 64th Street, Kansas City, MO 64151.

Naomi Morgan, 86, of Kansas City, MO passed away, January 2, 2023.She was born on November 4, 1936 to Victor and Elva (Garrett) Yelton in Coldwater, KS. Naomi grew up in Gentry, AR where she graduated from Gentry High School.On October 31, 1954 she was united in marriage to Vernon Morgan. After their marriage they lived in various places and in 1994 settled in Kansas City where they made their home.Naomi was a telephone operator for Southwestern Bell. She was a semiprofessional bowler and a bowling instructor. Naomi was a private pilot and enjoyed hunting, fishing and painting. She also drove a school bus and was a mail carrier for many years.Naomi was a member of the Northwest Bible Church in Kansas City where she made many friends.She was preceded in death by her parents.Naomi is survived by her husband, Vernon; children, Cheryl (Lyle) Kurth and Eric (Gayle) Morgan; grandchildren, Bailey Kurth, Courtney (Andrew) Bartlett, Brittney (Jeff) McCullough, Sydney (Blake) Lindeman: great-grandchildren, Mackenzie, Allison, Beckett, Chloe, Everleigh, and Camden; sister, Reba Luther; other relatives and many friends.Visitation: 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Monday, January 9th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Smithville with Burial following at Ridgely Cemetery.Memorial Service: 4:00 p.m. Monday, January 9th at Northwest Bible Church, 6520 NW 64th Street, Kansas City, MO 64151.<figure>
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Naomi Morgan 1936 - 2023

Anna Marie Paden, 75, of Dearborn, MO passed away January 4, 2023 at home.

She was born on September 11, 1947, to Alex and Arlene Visocsky in Leavenworth, Kansas.&nbsp;

Anna married Loren Ray Paden and they made their home in New Market, MO. She loved camping, gardening, doing crafts, and most of all she loved being a caregiver to several teacher’s children. Anna also managed KCL/Trex Mart in Camden Point for several years and built several homes in the area. For the last few years Anna said daily prayers for everyone in need.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her parents Alex “Knocky” and Arlene Visocsky; brothers and sisters Peter J. Visocsky, Charles Visosky, Corky Visocsky, Lois Jordan, Ruby Williams, Ruthie Benson, Sonny Visocsky, and Bud Visocsky,&nbsp;

Anna is survived by her husband Loren Paden; her daughter Jeanna Paden; grandchildren Charles Winship, Gabrielle Winship (Calvin Roberds) and Paden W. Barton; great-grandchildren Lucah Emmett James, Nova-Lynn Paisleigh and Lydia Jean; sister Betty Flack; brothers Frank “Speedy” (Glenda) Visocsky and Danny “Dink” (Vicky) Visocsky; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.&nbsp;

&nbsp;Visitation: 11:00 am -12:00 pm with Memorial Service at 12:00 pm Monday, January 9th at New Market Christian Church, Dearborn, MO.

Anna Marie Paden, 75, of Dearborn, MO passed away January 4, 2023 at home.She was born on September 11, 1947, to Alex and Arlene Visocsky in Leavenworth, Kansas.&nbsp;Anna married Loren Ray Paden and they made their home in New Market, MO. She loved camping, gardening, doing crafts, and most of all she loved being a caregiver to several teacher’s children. Anna also managed KCL/Trex Mart in Camden Point for several years and built several homes in the area. For the last few years Anna said daily prayers for everyone in need.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents Alex “Knocky” and Arlene Visocsky; brothers and sisters Peter J. Visocsky, Charles Visosky, Corky Visocsky, Lois Jordan, Ruby Williams, Ruthie Benson, Sonny Visocsky, and Bud Visocsky,&nbsp;Anna is survived by her husband Loren Paden; her daughter Jeanna Paden; grandchildren Charles Winship, Gabrielle Winship (Calvin Roberds) and Paden W. Barton; great-grandchildren Lucah Emmett James, Nova-Lynn Paisleigh and Lydia Jean; sister Betty Flack; brothers Frank “Speedy” (Glenda) Visocsky and Danny “Dink” (Vicky) Visocsky; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.&nbsp;&nbsp;Visitation: 11:00 am -12:00 pm with Memorial Service at 12:00 pm Monday, January 9th at New Market Christian Church, Dearborn, MO.<figure>
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Anna Marie Paden 1947 - 2023

Lewis Richard Waters, 93, of Missouri City, Mo., went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 5, 2023.&nbsp;

He was born on June 16, 1929, in Paradise, Mo. to the late Daniel Rice and Vera Lou (Dray) Waters. Lewis was united in marriage to Ruth Jeraline Gordon on December 15, 1950. They were married for 70 years before Ruth passed away on January 29, 2021.

Lewis is survived by three children: Belinda Turner (Bob Tarver), Richard (Karen Renee) Waters, and Karen Collison (Rob Montgomery); five grandchildren: James (Vicky) Turner, Michael (Abby) Turner, Emiley Collison (Tim Davis), Betsy (Adam) Heaton, and Jonathon J.R. (Kate) Waters, twelve great grandchildren: Kaitlyn Turner, Magdalyn Turner, Noah Turner, Hannah (Jacob) Ulmer, Levi Turner, Jenna Abbott, Dillon Davis, Kara Davis, Tre (Tamara) Heaton, Mason Heaton, Wyatt Waters, and Maisie Waters; and one great-great grandchild, Coraline Heaton.

Lewis is also survived by his sisters: Lucille Meek and Louise (Roger) Ralston and by sisters-in-law Patsy Waters and Sandra Gordon and numerous nieces and nephews.

Lewis was preceded in death by an infant son, Darrell Lewis Waters, by his sisters Louetta Wade, Evvalyne Lloyd, Addalyne Moore, and Juanita Anderson, by his brother David Waters, and brothers-in-law Garland Wade, James Meek, Ray Anderson, Lester Lloyd, and Kenneth Moore.

Lewis proudly served in the U. S. Army from February 1951 to November of 1952 during the Korean War. He served with the 92nd Field Artillery known as “The Red Devil Battalion.”&nbsp; Lewis always remembered the people he met, who they were, where they worked and lived, and who their relatives were. He could tell you a story about each of them. Above all, Lewis was a family man and a farmer. He was employed by Miller Howard, Desert Gold Feed, and retired from Fred Isenhour Farms. His best days were on a tractor for hours at a time, working up a field, watching birds and deer. Then, after his work was done, he was satisfied coming back to a good home that he had made for his loving wife and children. He was a good man and will be missed.

Lewis Richard Waters, 93, of Missouri City, Mo., went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 5, 2023.&nbsp;He was born on June 16, 1929, in Paradise, Mo. to the late Daniel Rice and Vera Lou (Dray) Waters. Lewis was united in marriage to Ruth Jeraline Gordon on December 15, 1950. They were married for 70 years before Ruth passed away on January 29, 2021.Lewis is survived by three children: Belinda Turner (Bob Tarver), Richard (Karen Renee) Waters, and Karen Collison (Rob Montgomery); five grandchildren: James (Vicky) Turner, Michael (Abby) Turner, Emiley Collison (Tim Davis), Betsy (Adam) Heaton, and Jonathon J.R. (Kate) Waters, twelve great grandchildren: Kaitlyn Turner, Magdalyn Turner, Noah Turner, Hannah (Jacob) Ulmer, Levi Turner, Jenna Abbott, Dillon Davis, Kara Davis, Tre (Tamara) Heaton, Mason Heaton, Wyatt Waters, and Maisie Waters; and one great-great grandchild, Coraline Heaton.Lewis is also survived by his sisters: Lucille Meek and Louise (Roger) Ralston and by sisters-in-law Patsy Waters and Sandra Gordon and numerous nieces and nephews.Lewis was preceded in death by an infant son, Darrell Lewis Waters, by his sisters Louetta Wade, Evvalyne Lloyd, Addalyne Moore, and Juanita Anderson, by his brother David Waters, and brothers-in-law Garland Wade, James Meek, Ray Anderson, Lester Lloyd, and Kenneth Moore.Lewis proudly served in the U. S. Army from February 1951 to November of 1952 during the Korean War. He served with the 92nd Field Artillery known as “The Red Devil Battalion.”&nbsp; Lewis always remembered the people he met, who they were, where they worked and lived, and who their relatives were. He could tell you a story about each of them. Above all, Lewis was a family man and a farmer. He was employed by Miller Howard, Desert Gold Feed, and retired from Fred Isenhour Farms. His best days were on a tractor for hours at a time, working up a field, watching birds and deer. Then, after his work was done, he was satisfied coming back to a good home that he had made for his loving wife and children. He was a good man and will be missed.No services are planned at this time.<figure>
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Lewis Richard Waters 1929 - 2023

Earl Junior Hammer was born November 16, 1920 in Newport, NE, and passed away on December 30, 2022 in St. Joseph, MO at the age of 102.&nbsp; 

He was preceded in death by his parents Amy (Holland) and Earl B. Hammer, sister Anita Maag, brothers Alvin and Elmo, as well as his first wife LaVerne Hall Hammer, daughter Kathy Mannon, and sons Gary and Robert. 

He is survived by his wife Mary, son Larry (Deanne), son-in-law Mike Mannon, grandchildren Michelle Schenck, Kimberly Anderson, Gregory Hammer, Cheryl DeLane, Eric Hammer, and Stephanie Hulette. Earl had 14 great grandchildren.

Earl served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the latter half of WWII where he had trained to be an air traffic controller. As a civilian, he continued in that career and retired from Omaha Eppley Airfield.&nbsp; In retirement he bought his father’s farm near Union Star, MO and became a gentleman farmer and an avid bee keeper.&nbsp;&nbsp; He proclaimed that honey was the miracle food and the reason why he had lived so long. He loved the Lord and His Son Jesus, and had read the complete bible multiple times in his life.&nbsp;

After selling the farm, he moved to St. Joseph, MO where he met Mary Scheidegger.&nbsp; They were married in 2009 and moved to Savannah, MO, and later to Country Squire senior living facility in St. Joseph. He has surely found his resting place among all in Heaven, and we rejoice with him.

Arrangements by Breit Hawkins Funeral Home in Savannah.

Memorial services will be held at 10:30 AM on Saturday, January 21, 2023 at the First Baptist Church of Savannah, 500 East Pawnee St. 64485.

Earl Junior Hammer was born November 16, 1920 in Newport, NE, and passed away on December 30, 2022 in St. Joseph, MO at the age of 102.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents Amy (Holland) and Earl B. Hammer, sister Anita Maag, brothers Alvin and Elmo, as well as his first wife LaVerne Hall Hammer, daughter Kathy Mannon, and sons Gary and Robert. He is survived by his wife Mary, son Larry (Deanne), son-in-law Mike Mannon, grandchildren Michelle Schenck, Kimberly Anderson, Gregory Hammer, Cheryl DeLane, Eric Hammer, and Stephanie Hulette. Earl had 14 great grandchildren.Earl served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the latter half of WWII where he had trained to be an air traffic controller. As a civilian, he continued in that career and retired from Omaha Eppley Airfield.&nbsp; In retirement he bought his father’s farm near Union Star, MO and became a gentleman farmer and an avid bee keeper.&nbsp;&nbsp; He proclaimed that honey was the miracle food and the reason why he had lived so long. He loved the Lord and His Son Jesus, and had read the complete bible multiple times in his life.&nbsp;After selling the farm, he moved to St. Joseph, MO where he met Mary Scheidegger.&nbsp; They were married in 2009 and moved to Savannah, MO, and later to Country Squire senior living facility in St. Joseph. He has surely found his resting place among all in Heaven, and we rejoice with him.Arrangements by Breit Hawkins Funeral Home in Savannah.Memorial services will be held at 10:30 AM on Saturday, January 21, 2023 at the First Baptist Church of Savannah, 500 East Pawnee St. 64485.<figure>
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Earl Junior Hammer 1920 - 2022

Zachary Taylor, 34, of St Joseph, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, January 4, 2023 at Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph. He was born September 27, 1988 in St. Joseph, son of Janne (Walker) and Clarence Taylor. 

He graduated from Lafayette High School, class of 2007, and also attended Hillyard Technical Center. Zach worked at I&amp;M Machine Shop. He was a free spirited, fun uncle, who loved music. He also enjoyed playing pool, fishing, skateboarding, and bicycling. 

Survivors include, his mother, Janne Otwell, father, Clarence Dean Taylor, siblings, Brad (Heather) Taylor of Agency, MO, Amanda (Eric) Fisher of Union Star, MO, Elizabeth (Trevor) Isringhausen of Jefferson City, MO, and Alexandra Taylor of St. Joseph, his girlfriend, Evony Tsovilis and her children, Yiannis and Orianna Tsovilis, his nieces and nephews, Clareece, Maylee, Joan, Wyatt, Coen, Lena, Cael, and Cai. Mr. Taylor has been cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home.

Memorial Service will be at 7:00 PM Thursday, January 12, 2023 at Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Kevin Haywood Sr. officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Thursday at the Rupp Funeral Home.

Zachary Taylor, 34, of St Joseph, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, January 4, 2023 at Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph. He was born September 27, 1988 in St. Joseph, son of Janne (Walker) and Clarence Taylor. He graduated from Lafayette High School, class of 2007, and also attended Hillyard Technical Center. Zach worked at I&amp;M Machine Shop. He was a free spirited, fun uncle, who loved music. He also enjoyed playing pool, fishing, skateboarding, and bicycling. Survivors include, his mother, Janne Otwell, father, Clarence Dean Taylor, siblings, Brad (Heather) Taylor of Agency, MO, Amanda (Eric) Fisher of Union Star, MO, Elizabeth (Trevor) Isringhausen of Jefferson City, MO, and Alexandra Taylor of St. Joseph, his girlfriend, Evony Tsovilis and her children, Yiannis and Orianna Tsovilis, his nieces and nephews, Clareece, Maylee, Joan, Wyatt, Coen, Lena, Cael, and Cai. Mr. Taylor has been cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home. Memorial Service will be at 7:00 PM Thursday, January 12, 2023 at Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Kevin Haywood Sr. officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Thursday at the Rupp Funeral Home.<figure>
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Zachary Adam Taylor 1988 - 2023

Danny Lee Perry 64, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, January 5, 2023 at his home. He was born June 28, 1958 in Oregon, MO, son of the late Shirley and Ira Perry. 

He graduated from Oregon High School, and married Cathy Watson on June 6, 1991, and she survives of the home. He served in the National Guard, and worked at Research Seed Company and Becker Underwood. Danny enjoyed fishing and going on vacations. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, step-daughter, Dawn Rana Clark, and brother, David Perry. 

Survivors include: wife, Cathy Perry of the home, step-children: Freddie Scotton, Albert "Dean" Sprague (Tina Gill), Chris (Robin) Sprague, Judy Lopez, William "Buck" (Anna) Rhodes, nine grandchildren, five great grandchildren, and three sisters, Sheila Randolph, Linda Cobb, and Patricia Arnold. 

Funeral services: 10:00 am, Tuesday, January 10, 2023 at Rupp Funeral Home, the family will receive friends from 6-8:00 PM on Monday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Memorial Park Cemetery.

Danny Lee Perry 64, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, January 5, 2023 at his home. He was born June 28, 1958 in Oregon, MO, son of the late Shirley and Ira Perry. He graduated from Oregon High School, and married Cathy Watson on June 6, 1991, and she survives of the home. He served in the National Guard, and worked at Research Seed Company and Becker Underwood. Danny enjoyed fishing and going on vacations. He was preceded in death by his parents, step-daughter, Dawn Rana Clark, and brother, David Perry. Survivors include: wife, Cathy Perry of the home, step-children: Freddie Scotton, Albert "Dean" Sprague (Tina Gill), Chris (Robin) Sprague, Judy Lopez, William "Buck" (Anna) Rhodes, nine grandchildren, five great grandchildren, and three sisters, Sheila Randolph, Linda Cobb, and Patricia Arnold. Funeral services: 10:00 am, Tuesday, January 10, 2023 at Rupp Funeral Home, the family will receive friends from 6-8:00 PM on Monday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Memorial Park Cemetery.<figure>
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Danny Lee Perry 1958 - 2023

John Murray Noellsch, 84, Skidmore, Missouri, passed away Monday, January 2, 2023.

He was born February 15, 1938 in Oregon, Missouri to Nelson and Charmion (Murray) Noellsch.

John married Beverly Danner on January 19, 1978. She survives of the home.

He had worked as a teacher at Maryville High School, and later sold farm machinery for Lely Southwest.

John was a member of the Laura Street Baptist Church in Maryville, Missouri and Gideons International. He also was a lifetime member of the NRA.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Dorothy Norton (Bill); and brother, Joseph Noellsch (Elizabeth).

Survivors include his wife of 44 years, Beverly; children, Paul Noellsch (Sara), Joella Grossoehme (Aaron), and Roy Noellsch (Kristen); eight grandchildren, Jaime, Joel, Clara, Josiah, Isabel, Grace, Gabriel and Noah; brother, Bob Noellsch (Jane); numerous nieces and nephews.

Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Saturday, January 14, Laura Street Baptist Church, Maryville, Missouri. Arrangements under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.

John Murray Noellsch, 84, Skidmore, Missouri, passed away Monday, January 2, 2023.He was born February 15, 1938 in Oregon, Missouri to Nelson and Charmion (Murray) Noellsch.John married Beverly Danner on January 19, 1978. She survives of the home.He had worked as a teacher at Maryville High School, and later sold farm machinery for Lely Southwest.John was a member of the Laura Street Baptist Church in Maryville, Missouri and Gideons International. He also was a lifetime member of the NRA.He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Dorothy Norton (Bill); and brother, Joseph Noellsch (Elizabeth).Survivors include his wife of 44 years, Beverly; children, Paul Noellsch (Sara), Joella Grossoehme (Aaron), and Roy Noellsch (Kristen); eight grandchildren, Jaime, Joel, Clara, Josiah, Isabel, Grace, Gabriel and Noah; brother, Bob Noellsch (Jane); numerous nieces and nephews.Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Saturday, January 14, Laura Street Baptist Church, Maryville, Missouri. Arrangements under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.<figure>
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Maj. John Murray Noellsch U.S. Army Reserve Ret. 1938 - 2023

Jeniffer Renee Emerson, 46, of Odessa, MO passed away January 2, 2023.

She was born on March 11, 1976, in Dover, Delaware. Jeniffer grew up in a military family living in several places. In 1995, Jeniffer graduated from Taft High School in San Antonia, TX.&nbsp;

&nbsp;Jeniffer was a property manager for several years. She was an avid Chicago White Sox and Chicago Bears fan. She loved to crochet and spend time with her family especially her grandchildren.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her father Gary Kent Emerson.&nbsp;

Jeniffer is survived by her children Makayla (Erik) Turcios, Autumn Hughes and Makenzy (Nathan) Robins; grandchildren Ariella-May, Paisley, Jakson, Grayson, Sophia, Avery, and Emerson; sisters Stacy (Kevin) Branson and Jessica (Ronnie Walker) Hearn; brothers Christopher Emerson and Chad (Aliza) Emerson; her parents Brenda and Tom Hearn; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and many friends.&nbsp;

Visitation 5:00-6:00 p.m. with Funeral Service at 6:00 p.m. Friday, January 6th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home,109 N 3rd Street, Gower, MO 64454 .

Jeniffer Renee Emerson, 46, of Odessa, MO passed away January 2, 2023.She was born on March 11, 1976, in Dover, Delaware. Jeniffer grew up in a military family living in several places. In 1995, Jeniffer graduated from Taft High School in San Antonia, TX.&nbsp;&nbsp;Jeniffer was a property manager for several years. She was an avid Chicago White Sox and Chicago Bears fan. She loved to crochet and spend time with her family especially her grandchildren.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her father Gary Kent Emerson.&nbsp;Jeniffer is survived by her children Makayla (Erik) Turcios, Autumn Hughes and Makenzy (Nathan) Robins; grandchildren Ariella-May, Paisley, Jakson, Grayson, Sophia, Avery, and Emerson; sisters Stacy (Kevin) Branson and Jessica (Ronnie Walker) Hearn; brothers Christopher Emerson and Chad (Aliza) Emerson; her parents Brenda and Tom Hearn; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and many friends.&nbsp;Visitation 5:00-6:00 p.m. with Funeral Service at 6:00 p.m. Friday, January 6th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home,109 N 3rd Street, Gower, MO 64454 .<figure>
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Jeniffer Renee Emerson 1976 - 2023

Arthur G. Bratton, 95, of Atchison, Kansas, died Monday, January 2, 2023, at his residence with his loving family by his side.

Arthur was born September 25, 1927, in Atchison, Kansas, the son of Ewing and Bertha Miller Bratton.&nbsp; He attended Lincoln elementary school and graduated from Atchison High School.

Arthur and Imogene Cushinberry were united in marriage in 1948 in Platte City, Missouri.&nbsp; Mrs. Bratton preceded him in death.

Arthur was employed for many years with the Pillsbury Mill Company in Atchison until his retirement.&nbsp; Following his retirement, he volunteered for Project Concern delivering meals on wheels.

He proudly served his country in the United States Army until his honorable discharge.

He enjoyed singing and driving around town visiting friends in nursing homes and the hospital.&nbsp; Arthur loved large gatherings enabling him to sit and people watch.&nbsp; He was well known for gathering his grandchildren on Sunday and taking them to church.

Survivors include a son, Jerome Bratton, Atchison, KS; two daughters, Ramona (Keith) Whitely, Houston, TX; Cinthia Bratton, Atchison, KS; a daughter-in-law, Yolanda Bratton, Atchison, KS; a sister, Naomi Hutchison, Leavenworth, KS; nineteen grandchildren; thirty-seven great grandchildren and ten great-great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by a son, Harry Bratton; a granddaughter, Dawn Renee Armstrong; three brothers, Donald, Frank and Paul Bratton and two sisters, Evelyn Clayter Roper and Florence Gillum.

Arthur’s life will be celebrated with a Homegoing Service on Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at 12:00 Noon at Campbell Chapel A.M.E. Church with Pastor Vernon Winfrey officiating. He will be laid to rest at Oak Hill Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be on Tuesday, beginning at 11:00 a.m. at the church. Funeral care has been entrusted to the Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home.

Arthur G. Bratton, 95, of Atchison, Kansas, died Monday, January 2, 2023, at his residence with his loving family by his side.Arthur was born September 25, 1927, in Atchison, Kansas, the son of Ewing and Bertha Miller Bratton.&nbsp; He attended Lincoln elementary school and graduated from Atchison High School.Arthur and Imogene Cushinberry were united in marriage in 1948 in Platte City, Missouri.&nbsp; Mrs. Bratton preceded him in death.Arthur was employed for many years with the Pillsbury Mill Company in Atchison until his retirement.&nbsp; Following his retirement, he volunteered for Project Concern delivering meals on wheels.He proudly served his country in the United States Army until his honorable discharge.He enjoyed singing and driving around town visiting friends in nursing homes and the hospital.&nbsp; Arthur loved large gatherings enabling him to sit and people watch.&nbsp; He was well known for gathering his grandchildren on Sunday and taking them to church.Survivors include a son, Jerome Bratton, Atchison, KS; two daughters, Ramona (Keith) Whitely, Houston, TX; Cinthia Bratton, Atchison, KS; a daughter-in-law, Yolanda Bratton, Atchison, KS; a sister, Naomi Hutchison, Leavenworth, KS; nineteen grandchildren; thirty-seven great grandchildren and ten great-great grandchildren.He was preceded in death by a son, Harry Bratton; a granddaughter, Dawn Renee Armstrong; three brothers, Donald, Frank and Paul Bratton and two sisters, Evelyn Clayter Roper and Florence Gillum.Arthur’s life will be celebrated with a Homegoing Service on Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at 12:00 Noon at Campbell Chapel A.M.E. Church with Pastor Vernon Winfrey officiating. He will be laid to rest at Oak Hill Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be on Tuesday, beginning at 11:00 a.m. at the church. Funeral care has been entrusted to the Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home.<figure>
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