Marilyn Kay Finney 78, of Agency Missouri, passed away December 26, 2022.&nbsp;

Marilyn was born April 28, 1944 to Ralph and Mildred Moser. Marilyn attended grade school in Gower and later graduated as Valedictorian of her class at Faucett High School. Later, she attended Northwest Missouri State University and received her degree in secondary education.&nbsp;

In August of 1966 she married her high school sweetheart, John Finney. They made their home on a farm just north of Faucett.&nbsp;

Marilyn taught social sciences for the North Platte School District until her daughter was born. During that time, she was a homemaker and helped John on the farm. She later worked for several commission firms at the St. Joseph Stockyards. After that she worked as the assistant director at Midland Empire Resources for Independent Living (MERIL), where she retired.

Marilyn enjoyed attending all her family’s activities. She enjoyed watching sports, especially the Chiefs and the East Buchanan Bulldogs football teams which her grandsons were a part of. Marilyn loved antique shopping and going out to eat. She also loved sitting on her front porch to read the newspaper and take care of her flowers.&nbsp;

She is survived by her husband John, daughter Andrea Veatch, son in law Chris Veatch, and grandsons Barrett and Blane; sister, Glenda Liday; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends.

Visitation: 6:00-8:00 p.m. Thursday, December 29th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower.

Funeral Service: 11:00 a.m. Friday, December 30th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Gower.

Marilyn Kay Finney 78, of Agency Missouri, passed away December 26, 2022.&nbsp;Marilyn was born April 28, 1944 to Ralph and Mildred Moser. Marilyn attended grade school in Gower and later graduated as Valedictorian of her class at Faucett High School. Later, she attended Northwest Missouri State University and received her degree in secondary education.&nbsp;In August of 1966 she married her high school sweetheart, John Finney. They made their home on a farm just north of Faucett.&nbsp;Marilyn taught social sciences for the North Platte School District until her daughter was born. During that time, she was a homemaker and helped John on the farm. She later worked for several commission firms at the St. Joseph Stockyards. After that she worked as the assistant director at Midland Empire Resources for Independent Living (MERIL), where she retired.Marilyn enjoyed attending all her family’s activities. She enjoyed watching sports, especially the Chiefs and the East Buchanan Bulldogs football teams which her grandsons were a part of. Marilyn loved antique shopping and going out to eat. She also loved sitting on her front porch to read the newspaper and take care of her flowers.&nbsp;She is survived by her husband John, daughter Andrea Veatch, son in law Chris Veatch, and grandsons Barrett and Blane; sister, Glenda Liday; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends.Visitation: 6:00-8:00 p.m. Thursday, December 29th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower.Funeral Service: 11:00 a.m. Friday, December 30th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Gower.Burial: Halleck Cemetery, Faucett, MO.<figure>
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Marilyn Kay Finney 1944 - 2022

Alfred Henry (Sonny) Thompson, age 86, lifelong resident of Atchison died on 12/29/2022 at his home. A private burial will be held at Mount Vernon Cemetery and a graveside ceremony will be held by the family at a later date. Alfred was cared for full time by his loving son Mike for the last 4 years of his life. Mike put his life on hold and allowed his dad to live out the best years of his life at home and continuing to work on projects at his new slower pace.

Alfred was born on October 17th, 1936, at the Atchison Hospital to Jean Edward Thompson and Bertha Sophia (Wohlgemuth) Thompson.&nbsp; Growing up, Alfred was a student at Franklin Grade School and graduated in 1955 from Atchison High School.&nbsp; After graduating from high school Alfred took up the trade of bricklaying.&nbsp; He was a hard-working man and supported his family well through his 50 plus years of bricklaying.&nbsp; Alfred started the company “Alfred Thompson Masonry” in the 1970’s and was responsible for the brickwork and fireplaces on many houses in the Atchison and Leavenworth area.&nbsp; He taught the trade to two of his sons who continue the tradition today.&nbsp; In August of 2022 Alfred and his lovely wife Charlotte celebrated 63 years of matrimony.&nbsp;

Alfred is survived by his wife Charlotte (Thomas) Thompson, Atchison Senior Village.&nbsp; He is also survived by 4 sons, Alan Thompson (Nan) of Leavenworth, Keith Thompson (Nancy) of Fort Worth, TX, Michael Thompson of Atchison, and Eric Thompson (Julie) of Broomfield, CO.&nbsp; Also surviving are his grandchildren, Lance Thompson of Leavenworth, and Kelsea Gerdes of Beaumont, TX, Nicole Thompson of North Carolina, Jami Ayala of Dallas, TX. Montana Thompson, Sophia Thompson and Audrey Thompson of Broomfield, CO. and many other great grandchildren.

Preceding Alfred in death and awaiting his arrival to Heaven are both sets of Grandparents, John G. Thompson and Mary Ann (Carpenter) Thompson of Omaha, NE. Heinrich “Henry” Wohlgemuth and Suzanna (Hotz) Wohlgemuth of Cummings, KS.&nbsp; Father, Jean Thompson and Mother, Bertha (Wohlgemuth) Thompson of Atchison.&nbsp; Grandson, Clinton Thompson of Leavenworth. Brothers, James (Jimmy) Thompson and Robert (Bob) Thompson of Atchison, Sisters Mildred Jean (Bea) Lipp of Rio Grande, NJ and Louis (Tiny) Kibler of Atchison.

Alfred Henry (Sonny) Thompson, age 86, lifelong resident of Atchison died on 12/29/2022 at his home. A private burial will be held at Mount Vernon Cemetery and a graveside ceremony will be held by the family at a later date. Alfred was cared for full time by his loving son Mike for the last 4 years of his life. Mike put his life on hold and allowed his dad to live out the best years of his life at home and continuing to work on projects at his new slower pace.Alfred was born on October 17th, 1936, at the Atchison Hospital to Jean Edward Thompson and Bertha Sophia (Wohlgemuth) Thompson.&nbsp; Growing up, Alfred was a student at Franklin Grade School and graduated in 1955 from Atchison High School.&nbsp; After graduating from high school Alfred took up the trade of bricklaying.&nbsp; He was a hard-working man and supported his family well through his 50 plus years of bricklaying.&nbsp; Alfred started the company “Alfred Thompson Masonry” in the 1970’s and was responsible for the brickwork and fireplaces on many houses in the Atchison and Leavenworth area.&nbsp; He taught the trade to two of his sons who continue the tradition today.&nbsp; In August of 2022 Alfred and his lovely wife Charlotte celebrated 63 years of matrimony.&nbsp;Alfred is survived by his wife Charlotte (Thomas) Thompson, Atchison Senior Village.&nbsp; He is also survived by 4 sons, Alan Thompson (Nan) of Leavenworth, Keith Thompson (Nancy) of Fort Worth, TX, Michael Thompson of Atchison, and Eric Thompson (Julie) of Broomfield, CO.&nbsp; Also surviving are his grandchildren, Lance Thompson of Leavenworth, and Kelsea Gerdes of Beaumont, TX, Nicole Thompson of North Carolina, Jami Ayala of Dallas, TX. Montana Thompson, Sophia Thompson and Audrey Thompson of Broomfield, CO. and many other great grandchildren.Preceding Alfred in death and awaiting his arrival to Heaven are both sets of Grandparents, John G. Thompson and Mary Ann (Carpenter) Thompson of Omaha, NE. Heinrich “Henry” Wohlgemuth and Suzanna (Hotz) Wohlgemuth of Cummings, KS.&nbsp; Father, Jean Thompson and Mother, Bertha (Wohlgemuth) Thompson of Atchison.&nbsp; Grandson, Clinton Thompson of Leavenworth. Brothers, James (Jimmy) Thompson and Robert (Bob) Thompson of Atchison, Sisters Mildred Jean (Bea) Lipp of Rio Grande, NJ and Louis (Tiny) Kibler of Atchison.<figure>
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Alfred Henry Thompson 1936 - 2022

Robert Daniel Porter, 82, Atchison, Kansas died Sunday, December 25, 2022, at his home with his loving wife by his side.&nbsp; He and his wife resided in Dallas, Texas for a number of years until retirement when they moved to Hot Springs Village, Arkansas and moved to Atchison, Kansas four years ago.

Robert was born September 13, 1940, in Houston, Texas the son of Granville Loomis Porter and Mary Elisabeth (Daniel) Porter.

Robert served as a mainframe programmer for MBNA Bank in Dallas, Texas for a number of years.

He served his country in the United States Army from February 1, 1961, until his honorable discharge on January 31, 1964, at Fort Benning, Georgia.

Robert and Carol Ann Rice were united in marriage on October 10, 1970, in Dallas, Texas.

He was a member of the Presbyterian faith.&nbsp; In his spare time and retirement, he enjoyed woodworking, gardening and was an avid golfer.

Survivors include his wife of fifty-two years, Carol Ann Porter, Atchison, KS; a son, Daniel Clay Porter, League City, TX; a brother, Granville L. Porter, Memphis, TN; and two grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by a son, Erron Porter and a brother, John Clarence Porter.

No services are planned at this time.&nbsp; Inurnment will be at a later date in Mt. Vernon Cemetery.&nbsp; Cremation care has been entrusted to the Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home.

Robert Daniel Porter, 82, Atchison, Kansas died Sunday, December 25, 2022, at his home with his loving wife by his side.&nbsp; He and his wife resided in Dallas, Texas for a number of years until retirement when they moved to Hot Springs Village, Arkansas and moved to Atchison, Kansas four years ago.Robert was born September 13, 1940, in Houston, Texas the son of Granville Loomis Porter and Mary Elisabeth (Daniel) Porter.Robert served as a mainframe programmer for MBNA Bank in Dallas, Texas for a number of years.He served his country in the United States Army from February 1, 1961, until his honorable discharge on January 31, 1964, at Fort Benning, Georgia.Robert and Carol Ann Rice were united in marriage on October 10, 1970, in Dallas, Texas.He was a member of the Presbyterian faith.&nbsp; In his spare time and retirement, he enjoyed woodworking, gardening and was an avid golfer.Survivors include his wife of fifty-two years, Carol Ann Porter, Atchison, KS; a son, Daniel Clay Porter, League City, TX; a brother, Granville L. Porter, Memphis, TN; and two grandchildren.He was preceded in death by a son, Erron Porter and a brother, John Clarence Porter.No services are planned at this time.&nbsp; Inurnment will be at a later date in Mt. Vernon Cemetery.&nbsp; Cremation care has been entrusted to the Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home.<figure>
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Robert Daniel Porter 1940 - 2022

Deborah Lynn Frans, 61, of Atchison, KS was killed in an automobile accident on Monday, Dec. 26th, 2022, on Highway 73 and 179th St in Leavenworth, KS. Memorial services will be held at 2:00 pm on Friday, Jan. 6th, 2023, at Trinity Lutheran Church with Rev. Robert Ziegler officiating. Interment of her cremated remains will follow in the Monrovia Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1:00 pm on Friday at the church until time of services. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Trinity Lutheran Church and may be sent in care of the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home who is handling the arrangements. Deborah was born on Nov. 3, 1961, in Atchison, Kansas the daughter of Harry L. and Mary L. (Donelson) Swendson. She graduated from Atchison County Community High School in 1979. She had worked as a clerk at the Dairy Queen, and as a medication nurses aid for Valley Hope, Vintage Park, Atchison Senior Village and was presently working at Homestead Assisted Living in Leavenworth, KS. Deborah was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church where she had been a member of Choir and had attended several team classes. She enjoyed all kinds of animals and birds, sewing, and singing karaoke. She was married to James Frans on September 24, 2009. He survives of the home. Additional survivors include her father, Harry Swendson of Atchison, KS, a sister-in-law, Cathy Frans, Overland Park KS, and two brother in laws, Gerald Adam, Minneapolis, KS and Gerald Frans, St. Joseph, MO. Her mother and sister Kathryn Adam preceded her in death.

Deborah Lynn Frans, 61, of Atchison, KS was killed in an automobile accident on Monday, Dec. 26th, 2022, on Highway 73 and 179th St in Leavenworth, KS. Memorial services will be held at 2:00 pm on Friday, Jan. 6th, 2023, at Trinity Lutheran Church with Rev. Robert Ziegler officiating. Interment of her cremated remains will follow in the Monrovia Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1:00 pm on Friday at the church until time of services. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Trinity Lutheran Church and may be sent in care of the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home who is handling the arrangements. Deborah was born on Nov. 3, 1961, in Atchison, Kansas the daughter of Harry L. and Mary L. (Donelson) Swendson. She graduated from Atchison County Community High School in 1979. She had worked as a clerk at the Dairy Queen, and as a medication nurses aid for Valley Hope, Vintage Park, Atchison Senior Village and was presently working at Homestead Assisted Living in Leavenworth, KS. Deborah was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church where she had been a member of Choir and had attended several team classes. She enjoyed all kinds of animals and birds, sewing, and singing karaoke. She was married to James Frans on September 24, 2009. He survives of the home. Additional survivors include her father, Harry Swendson of Atchison, KS, a sister-in-law, Cathy Frans, Overland Park KS, and two brother in laws, Gerald Adam, Minneapolis, KS and Gerald Frans, St. Joseph, MO. Her mother and sister Kathryn Adam preceded her in death.<figure>
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Deborah Lynn Frans 1961 - 2022

Glenna Jean Roberts, 82, formerly of rural Agency, Missouri, passed away Thursday, December 29, 2022 at a Kansas City, MO health care facility. She was born December 12, 1940 in St. Joseph, daughter of Delpha Mae and Fred Noble. 

She graduated from Faucett High School, class of 1959. She married Charles Roberts on June 10, 1960. 

She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. Glenna was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Charles Allen Roberts in 2021 and sister, Mary Lou Noble. 

Survivors include, children, Scott (Jayne) Roberts, Terri (Michael) Riddle, Trudi (Douglas) Riddle, all of Faucett, MO, sister, Sue (Sam) Hull of FL, niece, Kim (Marvin) Holloway, 8 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, and 3 nephews.

A private family service will be held. Ms. Roberts has been cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home.

Glenna Jean Roberts, 82, formerly of rural Agency, Missouri, passed away Thursday, December 29, 2022 at a Kansas City, MO health care facility. She was born December 12, 1940 in St. Joseph, daughter of Delpha Mae and Fred Noble. She graduated from Faucett High School, class of 1959. She married Charles Roberts on June 10, 1960. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. Glenna was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Charles Allen Roberts in 2021 and sister, Mary Lou Noble. Survivors include, children, Scott (Jayne) Roberts, Terri (Michael) Riddle, Trudi (Douglas) Riddle, all of Faucett, MO, sister, Sue (Sam) Hull of FL, niece, Kim (Marvin) Holloway, 8 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, and 3 nephews. A private family service will be held. Ms. Roberts has been cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home.<figure>
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Glenna Jean Roberts 1940 - 2022

Michael "Jean" Burgess, 67, of St Joseph, passed away Wednesday, December 28, 2022 at her home. She was born December 30, 1954 in St. Joseph, daughter of Margaret and Walter Peery. 

She graduated from Benton High School class of 1973. She graduated Cum Laude from Missouri Western State College in 1994, having earned a BS in Criminal Justice, BS in Psychology and BS in Sociology. She married Otis "Geno" Burgess, who preceded her in death. In her younger years, she was an avid baseball player. Her passion was gardening, she was an avid reader, enjoyed playing games and classic cars. She loved spending time with her grandchildren. Jean was a member of the Psychology Club at MWSU and North Church of God. 

Jean was preceded in death by father, Walter Peery, mother, Margaret Peery- Creager, husband, Otis "Geno" Burgess, and half brother, David Peery. 

Survivors include, her longtime friend, Melonie Vice of St Joseph, daughter, Michelle (Matt) Talbot of St Joseph, son, Jesse (Madi) Vice of St. Joseph, sister, Artis Mahzoon of Kansas City, MO, half brother, Bill Peery of Fremont, NE, grandchildren, Carrie Talbot (Hunter Lawhon) of St. Joseph, Kyanne (Andrew) Daugherty, Brenden Vice, Caden Vice, Jayden Vice, Kerstie Daugherty, great-grandchildren, Brayden Schroeder and Sophia Stevenson and several nieces and nephews. 

Funeral services will be 2:00 pm, Monday, January 2, 2023 at Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor David Chairez, officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM on Monday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Pleasant Grove Cemetery, Stewartsville, MO.

Michael "Jean" Burgess, 67, of St Joseph, passed away Wednesday, December 28, 2022 at her home. She was born December 30, 1954 in St. Joseph, daughter of Margaret and Walter Peery. She graduated from Benton High School class of 1973. She graduated Cum Laude from Missouri Western State College in 1994, having earned a BS in Criminal Justice, BS in Psychology and BS in Sociology. She married Otis "Geno" Burgess, who preceded her in death. In her younger years, she was an avid baseball player. Her passion was gardening, she was an avid reader, enjoyed playing games and classic cars. She loved spending time with her grandchildren. Jean was a member of the Psychology Club at MWSU and North Church of God. Jean was preceded in death by father, Walter Peery, mother, Margaret Peery- Creager, husband, Otis "Geno" Burgess, and half brother, David Peery. Survivors include, her longtime friend, Melonie Vice of St Joseph, daughter, Michelle (Matt) Talbot of St Joseph, son, Jesse (Madi) Vice of St. Joseph, sister, Artis Mahzoon of Kansas City, MO, half brother, Bill Peery of Fremont, NE, grandchildren, Carrie Talbot (Hunter Lawhon) of St. Joseph, Kyanne (Andrew) Daugherty, Brenden Vice, Caden Vice, Jayden Vice, Kerstie Daugherty, great-grandchildren, Brayden Schroeder and Sophia Stevenson and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be 2:00 pm, Monday, January 2, 2023 at Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor David Chairez, officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM on Monday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Pleasant Grove Cemetery, Stewartsville, MO.<figure>
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Michael "Jean" Burgess 1954 - 2022

Christina Cecelia Landavazo 44, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Tuesday December 27, 2022 at her home. She was born November 14, 1978 in Kingman, Arizona. 

She attended Lafayette High School. She was a loving mother, loving friend and a best friend, there was nobody else like her, she was a beautiful soul, a true Unicorn. 

Christina was preceded in death by her father, Henry Gabriel Landavazo, brother, Robert Mark Landavazo, best friend Lakeshia Harding, and grandma Opal. 

She is survived by mother, Lesia Harding, sons, Jordyn and companion Row and Diego McDonald of Kansas City, MO., adopted children: Antanae, Unique, Maliek, Jaibriauna McDonald, Rumi Noble, and Nautica Noble, best friends Elizabeth Wilson, Melanie Grayson, and Nakia Noble. 

Ms. Landavazo will be cremated under the care of the Rupp Funeral Home.

Christina Cecelia Landavazo 44, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Tuesday December 27, 2022 at her home. She was born November 14, 1978 in Kingman, Arizona. She attended Lafayette High School. She was a loving mother, loving friend and a best friend, there was nobody else like her, she was a beautiful soul, a true Unicorn. Christina was preceded in death by her father, Henry Gabriel Landavazo, brother, Robert Mark Landavazo, best friend Lakeshia Harding, and grandma Opal. She is survived by mother, Lesia Harding, sons, Jordyn and companion Row and Diego McDonald of Kansas City, MO., adopted children: Antanae, Unique, Maliek, Jaibriauna McDonald, Rumi Noble, and Nautica Noble, best friends Elizabeth Wilson, Melanie Grayson, and Nakia Noble. Ms. Landavazo will be cremated under the care of the Rupp Funeral Home.<figure>
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Christina Cecelia Landavazo 1978 - 2022

Raymond Louis Schubert 80, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, December 28, 2022 in Saint Joseph, MO. health care center. He was born April 11, 1942 in St. Joseph, MO, son of late Josephine and David Schubert. 

He worked at Wyeth Hardware and enjoyed fishing and hunting, and was a Catholic. 

Raymond was preceded in death by parents, and brother and sister in law, Leroy amd Ruth Schubert. Survivors include nephew, David (Rebalah) Schubert of St. Joseph, MO.

Graveside funeral services and interment will be conducted on Tuesday, January 3, 2023 at 1:00 pm, at the Mount Auburn Cemetery. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Raymond Louis Schubert 80, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, December 28, 2022 in Saint Joseph, MO. health care center. He was born April 11, 1942 in St. Joseph, MO, son of late Josephine and David Schubert. He worked at Wyeth Hardware and enjoyed fishing and hunting, and was a Catholic. Raymond was preceded in death by parents, and brother and sister in law, Leroy amd Ruth Schubert. Survivors include nephew, David (Rebalah) Schubert of St. Joseph, MO. Graveside funeral services and interment will be conducted on Tuesday, January 3, 2023 at 1:00 pm, at the Mount Auburn Cemetery. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.<figure>
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Raymond Louis Schubert 1942 - 2022

James Allen Willoughby 79, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, December 27, 2022 in a St. Joseph, MO. health care center. He was born June 15, 1943 in Louisville, KY, son of late Thelma and Allen Willoughby. 

James had an Auto Body shop many years. He was a member McCarthy Baptist Church. 

James was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Delbert and William Willoughby. 

Survivors include, sons, Tim (Karen) Willoughby, Bruce Coil, and Kyle Willoughby, grand daughter Amanda, 1 great grandson 1 great granddaughter, brother, Mike (Janet) Willoughby, and sister, Jane (John) Minton.

The family will receive friends from 10 to 10:30 am Monday with funeral services starting at 10:30 am, Monday, January 2, 2023 at Rupp Funeral Home, Chaplain John Minton officiating.

James Allen Willoughby 79, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, December 27, 2022 in a St. Joseph, MO. health care center. He was born June 15, 1943 in Louisville, KY, son of late Thelma and Allen Willoughby. James had an Auto Body shop many years. He was a member McCarthy Baptist Church. James was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Delbert and William Willoughby. Survivors include, sons, Tim (Karen) Willoughby, Bruce Coil, and Kyle Willoughby, grand daughter Amanda, 1 great grandson 1 great granddaughter, brother, Mike (Janet) Willoughby, and sister, Jane (John) Minton. The family will receive friends from 10 to 10:30 am Monday with funeral services starting at 10:30 am, Monday, January 2, 2023 at Rupp Funeral Home, Chaplain John Minton officiating.<figure>
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James Allen Willoughby 1943 - 2022

Robert James Rolus-Hermosillo, 37, passed away on December 16, 2022, in Olathe, KS.

Robert was born on July 10, 1985, in Sayre, Oklahoma, the son of Jesse Hermosillo and Kimberly (Rolus) Jimenez.&nbsp; He attended school in McPherson, KS.

On February 27, 2022, he married Katie Francis in Olathe, KS.&nbsp; With this marriage, Robert gained three kids, Brooklynn, Brody, and Cole.&nbsp; Together, they mourned the loss of their son, Mikel, at only 17 weeks gestation.

Robert was full of life.&nbsp; His smile and laugh just showed you all the love he had for life.&nbsp; His love for art kept him busy with body art as well as drawing.&nbsp; He had a big heart for all creatures.&nbsp; He would never kill a spider and would say, “It’s trying to survive.” No matter where he was, music was his way through life.&nbsp; It calmed his soul.

He is survived by his wife, Katie; children, Aria Janusz, Jarrett Baxa, Brooklynn Lawson, Brody Lawson, and Cole Lawson; his amazing grandma and step-grandpa, Maria &amp; Emilio Ontiveros, whom he loved so much; his dad, Jesse Hermosillo; a sister, Sarah Rubio of Oklahoma; and many cousins, aunts, uncles, and extended family.

He is preceded in death by his grandpa, Geno Hermosillo; aunts, Mary (Hermosillo) Langfitt, Carmen (Hermosillo) Heckard, and Robin Clausen; and cousin, Dylan Clausen.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, January 6, 2023, at Stockham Family Funeral Home, McPherson.&nbsp; The final resting place will be in Mound Township Cemetery, Moundridge.

Memorial donations are suggested to Valley Hope, Moundridge, in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;

Personal condolences may be sent to the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.stockhamfamily.com/" target="_blank">www.stockhamfamily.com</a>.

Robert James Rolus-Hermosillo, 37, passed away on December 16, 2022, in Olathe, KS.Robert was born on July 10, 1985, in Sayre, Oklahoma, the son of Jesse Hermosillo and Kimberly (Rolus) Jimenez.&nbsp; He attended school in McPherson, KS.On February 27, 2022, he married Katie Francis in Olathe, KS.&nbsp; With this marriage, Robert gained three kids, Brooklynn, Brody, and Cole.&nbsp; Together, they mourned the loss of their son, Mikel, at only 17 weeks gestation.Robert was full of life.&nbsp; His smile and laugh just showed you all the love he had for life.&nbsp; His love for art kept him busy with body art as well as drawing.&nbsp; He had a big heart for all creatures.&nbsp; He would never kill a spider and would say, “It’s trying to survive.” No matter where he was, music was his way through life.&nbsp; It calmed his soul.He is survived by his wife, Katie; children, Aria Janusz, Jarrett Baxa, Brooklynn Lawson, Brody Lawson, and Cole Lawson; his amazing grandma and step-grandpa, Maria &amp; Emilio Ontiveros, whom he loved so much; his dad, Jesse Hermosillo; a sister, Sarah Rubio of Oklahoma; and many cousins, aunts, uncles, and extended family.He is preceded in death by his grandpa, Geno Hermosillo; aunts, Mary (Hermosillo) Langfitt, Carmen (Hermosillo) Heckard, and Robin Clausen; and cousin, Dylan Clausen.A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, January 6, 2023, at Stockham Family Funeral Home, McPherson.&nbsp; The final resting place will be in Mound Township Cemetery, Moundridge.Memorial donations are suggested to Valley Hope, Moundridge, in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;Personal condolences may be sent to the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.stockhamfamily.com/" target="_blank">www.stockhamfamily.com</a>.

Robert James Rolus-Hermosillo |1985-2022|

Nader Vargha, 80, St. Joseph, Missouri, with his family at his bedside, passed peacefully after a battle with lymphoma, on December 26, 2022.

Nader Vargha had three main passions in his life: his family, his Faith, and his Sooners. He loved his dogs, too. Nader had a life that spanned 80 years and 3 continents.

He was born in Tehran, Iran on August 25, 1942, as the second child of his parents, Dr. Mehdi and Lamieh Vargha. He, his parents, and his sister Roushan lived in Tehran until he was about 12 years old, when they moved to Europe and ended up in Vienna, Austria. Nader lived there until 1969, when he moved to the United States settling in Norman, Oklahoma.

Nader met his wife Hoda during a trip back to Europe, and they married in 1977. They moved to Springfield, Missouri and had their first of three children, Neda, before relocating to St. Joseph, Missouri, in 1980, where Nader started his position as a Professor of Economics at Missouri Western State University. Sons, Amin and Jalal, were born soon after.

Nader taught at Missouri Western for 35 years and was very active with campus organizations including the student Greek association and the Economics club. Nader was an active member of the Baha'i faith and also a member of St. Joseph East Hills Sertoma. He enjoyed Saturdays in the fall watching Oklahoma Sooner football and taking his German Shepherd Rex on walks. He maintained residence in St. Joseph after his retirement and was promoted to Professor Emeritus at Missouri Western. He loved road trips, often traveling to visit family around the country.

He is survived by his wife Hoda; his sister, Roushan of Vienna, Austria; his daughter, Neda (Alexander Sanchez-Behar) and grandchildren, Sofia and Cyrus of Kingsville, TX; and his sons, Amin (Sarah Donaldson), of Kansas City, MO, and Jalal of Omaha, NE.

Farewell Services and Public Livestream 10:00 A.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends from 5:30 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.

Nader Vargha, 80, St. Joseph, Missouri, with his family at his bedside, passed peacefully after a battle with lymphoma, on December 26, 2022.Nader Vargha had three main passions in his life: his family, his Faith, and his Sooners. He loved his dogs, too. Nader had a life that spanned 80 years and 3 continents.He was born in Tehran, Iran on August 25, 1942, as the second child of his parents, Dr. Mehdi and Lamieh Vargha. He, his parents, and his sister Roushan lived in Tehran until he was about 12 years old, when they moved to Europe and ended up in Vienna, Austria. Nader lived there until 1969, when he moved to the United States settling in Norman, Oklahoma.Nader met his wife Hoda during a trip back to Europe, and they married in 1977. They moved to Springfield, Missouri and had their first of three children, Neda, before relocating to St. Joseph, Missouri, in 1980, where Nader started his position as a Professor of Economics at Missouri Western State University. Sons, Amin and Jalal, were born soon after.Nader taught at Missouri Western for 35 years and was very active with campus organizations including the student Greek association and the Economics club. Nader was an active member of the Baha'i faith and also a member of St. Joseph East Hills Sertoma. He enjoyed Saturdays in the fall watching Oklahoma Sooner football and taking his German Shepherd Rex on walks. He maintained residence in St. Joseph after his retirement and was promoted to Professor Emeritus at Missouri Western. He loved road trips, often traveling to visit family around the country.He is survived by his wife Hoda; his sister, Roushan of Vienna, Austria; his daughter, Neda (Alexander Sanchez-Behar) and grandchildren, Sofia and Cyrus of Kingsville, TX; and his sons, Amin (Sarah Donaldson), of Kansas City, MO, and Jalal of Omaha, NE.Farewell Services and Public Livestream 10:00 A.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends from 5:30 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.<figure>
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Nader Vargha 1942 - 2022

Joseph N. King, 51, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, December 24, 2022.

He was born on January 8, 1971, to Larry and Jane (Henry) King.

Joseph King was in law enforcement for 30 years, working for the St. Joseph Police Department, the Buchanan County Sheriff’s Office, the Platte County Sheriff’s Office, and most recently the Director of the Law Enforcement Academy at Missouri Western State University. He possessed a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from Missouri Western State University, and a master’s degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Cincinnati. He served as a law enforcement trainer for 22 years. He was the site coordinator for Missouri Sheriffs’ Association Training Academy hosted by Platte County. He was an adjunct professor/instructor teaching Criminal Justice Courses for both Missouri Western State University and Vatterott College. Joseph King held Command Leadership positions in Emergency Management and Communications, Detention, Patrol, and Administration with the Platte County Sheriff’s Office.

Joseph enjoyed spending time with his family, he was an incredible husband, father and grandfather.

Survivors include his wife, Laura King; his mother, Jane King; children, Nicky Mace (Corey), Brianna King, Rebecca Fleishans (Mat), Matthew King (Casey), Robbie King, and Eric King; grandchildren, Peyton King, Theodore Fleishans and Marshall Fleishans; sisters, Laurie Wall and Lainie Cassidy (Mike), brother B.J. King (Sara); and nieces, Shannon King, Alexandra King and Erica King; and nephews, Michael Wall, Bryan Wall and Glenn Wall.

Mass of Christian Burial and Public Livestream 10:00 A.M. Friday, St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. Interment Mount Olivet Cemetery. Parish Rosary 5:30 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. The family will gather with friends 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.

Joseph N. King, 51, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, December 24, 2022.He was born on January 8, 1971, to Larry and Jane (Henry) King.Joseph King was in law enforcement for 30 years, working for the St. Joseph Police Department, the Buchanan County Sheriff’s Office, the Platte County Sheriff’s Office, and most recently the Director of the Law Enforcement Academy at Missouri Western State University. He possessed a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from Missouri Western State University, and a master’s degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Cincinnati. He served as a law enforcement trainer for 22 years. He was the site coordinator for Missouri Sheriffs’ Association Training Academy hosted by Platte County. He was an adjunct professor/instructor teaching Criminal Justice Courses for both Missouri Western State University and Vatterott College. Joseph King held Command Leadership positions in Emergency Management and Communications, Detention, Patrol, and Administration with the Platte County Sheriff’s Office.Joseph enjoyed spending time with his family, he was an incredible husband, father and grandfather.He was preceded in death by his father.Survivors include his wife, Laura King; his mother, Jane King; children, Nicky Mace (Corey), Brianna King, Rebecca Fleishans (Mat), Matthew King (Casey), Robbie King, and Eric King; grandchildren, Peyton King, Theodore Fleishans and Marshall Fleishans; sisters, Laurie Wall and Lainie Cassidy (Mike), brother B.J. King (Sara); and nieces, Shannon King, Alexandra King and Erica King; and nephews, Michael Wall, Bryan Wall and Glenn Wall.Mass of Christian Burial and Public Livestream 10:00 A.M. Friday, St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. Interment Mount Olivet Cemetery. Parish Rosary 5:30 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. 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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Joseph N. King 1971 - 2022

Lena Anne Stephenson Zeller was born June 30th, 1968 to Robert and Alyce (Young) Stephenson in Nashville, TN. She fought a long battle with Lupus, as well as many other illnesses. She became a friend and advocate for many in the chronically ill community. Many of these friends became like family.

Lena loved to lift others up despite how she may have been feeling herself and always wanted to make others feel better and smile. Lena also was very honest and opinionated, enjoying a heated debate among friends on topics she was passionate about. She was fiercely loyal and a beautiful soul. She was an inspiration to many.

Lena was preceded in death by her mother, Alyce Mae Stephenson. They are together again. She was a warrior to the end.

She leaves behind a daughter, Brianna Zeller (Jake Richards); a brother, Robert Stephenson, Jr. (Melissa); and father, Robert Stephenson, Sr.

Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. A Celebration of Life will be announced closer to Lena’s birthday.

Lena Anne Stephenson Zeller was born June 30th, 1968 to Robert and Alyce (Young) Stephenson in Nashville, TN. She fought a long battle with Lupus, as well as many other illnesses. She became a friend and advocate for many in the chronically ill community. Many of these friends became like family.Lena loved to lift others up despite how she may have been feeling herself and always wanted to make others feel better and smile. Lena also was very honest and opinionated, enjoying a heated debate among friends on topics she was passionate about. She was fiercely loyal and a beautiful soul. She was an inspiration to many.Lena was preceded in death by her mother, Alyce Mae Stephenson. They are together again. She was a warrior to the end.She leaves behind a daughter, Brianna Zeller (Jake Richards); a brother, Robert Stephenson, Jr. (Melissa); and father, Robert Stephenson, Sr.Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. A Celebration of Life will be announced closer to Lena’s birthday.<figure>
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Lena Anne Stephenson Zeller 1968 - 2022

Diane M. Fitzpatrick, 77, Leavenworth, passed away Monday, December 26, 2022. 

Services are pending. Please check back <a href="https://www.davisfuneralchapelinc.com/obituary/diane-fitzpatrick">here</a> for updates.

Diane M. Fitzpatrick, 77, Leavenworth, passed away Monday, December 26, 2022. Services are pending. Please check back <a href="https://www.davisfuneralchapelinc.com/obituary/diane-fitzpatrick">here</a> for updates.<figure>
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Diane M. Fitzpatrick 1945 - 2022

Deborah (Debbie) Charmane Young, 70 of Lathrop, Mo., passed away peacefully December 20, 2022 at a local health care center.&nbsp;

She was born June 30, 1952 in Kansas City, Mo to Clifford &amp; Adelene Craighead Morrow.&nbsp;

She worked as a dispatcher for Clinton County Sheriff’s Department for 17 years.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her parents and sister Sue.

Survivors include two sons, Patrick Watts and John (Rachael) Young.&nbsp; Five Grandchildren, Haley and Joshua Watts, Sunny, Sky, and William Young.&nbsp; Two Great Grand Daughters, Juno and Aria Zeikle, and her good friend Sue Smith. 

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.&nbsp;

Natural farewell under the direction of Bailey &amp; Cox Family Funeral Service Plattsburg MO.

Deborah (Debbie) Charmane Young, 70 of Lathrop, Mo., passed away peacefully December 20, 2022 at a local health care center.&nbsp;She was born June 30, 1952 in Kansas City, Mo to Clifford &amp; Adelene Craighead Morrow.&nbsp;She worked as a dispatcher for Clinton County Sheriff’s Department for 17 years.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents and sister Sue.Survivors include two sons, Patrick Watts and John (Rachael) Young.&nbsp; Five Grandchildren, Haley and Joshua Watts, Sunny, Sky, and William Young.&nbsp; Two Great Grand Daughters, Juno and Aria Zeikle, and her good friend Sue Smith. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.&nbsp;Natural farewell under the direction of Bailey &amp; Cox Family Funeral Service Plattsburg MO.

Deborah (Debbie) Charmane Young 1952 - 2022

HOLTON – Virginia L. Nelson, 85, of Holton, formerly of Whiting, passed away on Tuesday, December 27, 2022 at The Pines in Holton.

Virginia was born April 8, 1937 at Soldier, the daughter of John “Jack” and Inez Armstrong Segrist.&nbsp; She graduated from Circleville High School in 1955.

She was a member of the Lakeview Faith Chapel at Holton.

Virginia was a nurse in hospitals in Texas, at the State Hospital in Topeka, and at St. Francis Hospital in Topeka.&nbsp; She was a Certified Medicine Assistant and a Certified Psycho Technician.&nbsp; She thrived on being a caregiver and taking care of others.&nbsp; In 1998 she went to work for the Golden Eagle Casino at Horton.

She married James E. “Jim” Nelson on December 17, 1965 at Circleville.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on September 14, 1998.

Virginia was also preceded in death by her parents, a son, J.D. Nelson, two daughters, Jackie Begesse and Pam Forrister, a grandson, George Ener, three brothers, Duane Segrist, Warren Segrist and Galen Segrist, and a sister, Regina Heckman.

Survivors include a son, Rodney Stroup (Sharon), Holton, two daughters, Rose Ener (Claud), Pasadena, TX, and Gayla Gurley (Vaughn), Gary, TX; a son-in-law, Herman Begesse, Everest; one brother, Fred Segrist (Billie), Berryton; two sisters, Donna Kay Murrow (Gene), Denison, and Mona McManigal, Lawrence; a sister-in-law, Shirley Segrist, Holton; twenty-one grandchildren and many great grandchildren.

Memorial Services will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 4th at the Chapel Oak Funeral Home in Holton.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in the Spring Hill Cemetery at Whiting.

HOLTON – Virginia L. Nelson, 85, of Holton, formerly of Whiting, passed away on Tuesday, December 27, 2022 at The Pines in Holton.Virginia was born April 8, 1937 at Soldier, the daughter of John “Jack” and Inez Armstrong Segrist.&nbsp; She graduated from Circleville High School in 1955.She was a member of the Lakeview Faith Chapel at Holton.Virginia was a nurse in hospitals in Texas, at the State Hospital in Topeka, and at St. Francis Hospital in Topeka.&nbsp; She was a Certified Medicine Assistant and a Certified Psycho Technician.&nbsp; She thrived on being a caregiver and taking care of others.&nbsp; In 1998 she went to work for the Golden Eagle Casino at Horton.She married James E. “Jim” Nelson on December 17, 1965 at Circleville.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on September 14, 1998.Virginia was also preceded in death by her parents, a son, J.D. Nelson, two daughters, Jackie Begesse and Pam Forrister, a grandson, George Ener, three brothers, Duane Segrist, Warren Segrist and Galen Segrist, and a sister, Regina Heckman.Survivors include a son, Rodney Stroup (Sharon), Holton, two daughters, Rose Ener (Claud), Pasadena, TX, and Gayla Gurley (Vaughn), Gary, TX; a son-in-law, Herman Begesse, Everest; one brother, Fred Segrist (Billie), Berryton; two sisters, Donna Kay Murrow (Gene), Denison, and Mona McManigal, Lawrence; a sister-in-law, Shirley Segrist, Holton; twenty-one grandchildren and many great grandchildren.Memorial Services will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 4th at the Chapel Oak Funeral Home in Holton.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in the Spring Hill Cemetery at Whiting.<figure>
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Mary Elizabeth (Jackson)&nbsp;Nigh&nbsp;was born in Oregon, Missouri on&nbsp;July 16, 1945. She was one of&nbsp;six&nbsp;children of Kenneth and Lottie Frances (Baker) Jackson. Mary graduated from Oregon High School in 1963.&nbsp;

She entered the United States Army Medical Corps in 1964 and served as an army nurse. Following her discharge, she worked for several hospitals including the VA Medical Center in Leavenworth, Kansas.&nbsp;

She also worked for the City of St. Joseph on the demolition crew.&nbsp;

Mary passed away on&nbsp;December 23, 2022 at the Oregon Care Center.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, George and Perry Jackson; and granddaughter, Laney Nigh.&nbsp;

Mary is survived by her two sons, John (Marie)&nbsp;Nigh&nbsp;and Mark (Julie) Nigh, both of St. Joseph, Missouri; sisters, Patricia&nbsp;Quillen&nbsp;and&nbsp;Liliea&nbsp;Schultz of San Diego, California; brother, F. Kendall Jackson of Kansas City, Missouri; grandsons, Logan Nigh and Justin (Kristin&nbsp;Zides); niece,&nbsp;Heidi&nbsp;Jackson of Kansas City, Missouri; and great granddaughters, Rachel and Sarah&nbsp;Zides.

Mary has been cremated under the direction of Chamberlain Funeral Home. A celebration of life service will be held later in the spring.

Mary Elizabeth (Jackson)&nbsp;Nigh&nbsp;was born in Oregon, Missouri on&nbsp;July 16, 1945. She was one of&nbsp;six&nbsp;children of Kenneth and Lottie Frances (Baker) Jackson. Mary graduated from Oregon High School in 1963.&nbsp;She entered the United States Army Medical Corps in 1964 and served as an army nurse. Following her discharge, she worked for several hospitals including the VA Medical Center in Leavenworth, Kansas.&nbsp;She also worked for the City of St. Joseph on the demolition crew.&nbsp;Mary passed away on&nbsp;December 23, 2022 at the Oregon Care Center.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, George and Perry Jackson; and granddaughter, Laney Nigh.&nbsp;Mary is survived by her two sons, John (Marie)&nbsp;Nigh&nbsp;and Mark (Julie) Nigh, both of St. Joseph, Missouri; sisters, Patricia&nbsp;Quillen&nbsp;and&nbsp;Liliea&nbsp;Schultz of San Diego, California; brother, F. Kendall Jackson of Kansas City, Missouri; grandsons, Logan Nigh and Justin (Kristin&nbsp;Zides); niece,&nbsp;Heidi&nbsp;Jackson of Kansas City, Missouri; and great granddaughters, Rachel and Sarah&nbsp;Zides.Mary has been cremated under the direction of Chamberlain Funeral Home. A celebration of life service will be held later in the spring.<figure>
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Mary E. Nigh 1945 - 2022

Eula Hunt, 62, passed away Wednesday, December 21, 2022, at St. Luke’s Hospice House in Kansas City, MO, after a long, courageous battle with cancer. 

She was born August 17, 1960, in Albany, MO to Eugene Benjamin and Hopah Loraine (Campbell) Pritchett. She was in Tarkio, MO; later moving to Gentry and Albany, MO; and was a 1978 graduate of the Albany R-III High School. In 1982, Eula graduated from Northwest Missouri State University in Maryville, MO with a bachelor’s degree in accounting . She married Mac Hunt on July 30, 1982, in Raytown, MO. 

Eula began working for McCormick Distillery in Weston, MO in 1983; where she served as Customer Service/Distribution Manager. She was an avid sports fan of the Chiefs, Royals, and Bearcats; and enjoyed bowling and playing golf. Eula loved everything Disney and enjoyed traveling to Walt Disney World. She had many other interests, including shopping, antiquing, attending car shows, and collecting sterling silver jewelry. Her greatest joy in life was spending time with her family and close friends. 

Eula was preceded in death by her father. 

She is survived by her mother; her husband Mac; her children Cody (Kayla) Hunt, and Rachel Hunt; 2 grandchildren Lincoln and Eleanor; her siblings June (Brian) Loudon, Karen Ebrecht, John Pritchett, and Pam (David) Leivan; and her niece Haley; and numerous extended family and friends. 

A visitation will be held 1:00 – 2:00 p.m., Friday, December 30, 2022, at Rollins Funeral Home in Platte City, MO; followed by a 2:00 p.m. funeral service. Interment will follow at the Pleasant Ridge Cemetery in Weston, MO.

Eula Hunt, 62, passed away Wednesday, December 21, 2022, at St. Luke’s Hospice House in Kansas City, MO, after a long, courageous battle with cancer. She was born August 17, 1960, in Albany, MO to Eugene Benjamin and Hopah Loraine (Campbell) Pritchett. She was in Tarkio, MO; later moving to Gentry and Albany, MO; and was a 1978 graduate of the Albany R-III High School. In 1982, Eula graduated from Northwest Missouri State University in Maryville, MO with a bachelor’s degree in accounting . She married Mac Hunt on July 30, 1982, in Raytown, MO. Eula began working for McCormick Distillery in Weston, MO in 1983; where she served as Customer Service/Distribution Manager. She was an avid sports fan of the Chiefs, Royals, and Bearcats; and enjoyed bowling and playing golf. Eula loved everything Disney and enjoyed traveling to Walt Disney World. She had many other interests, including shopping, antiquing, attending car shows, and collecting sterling silver jewelry. Her greatest joy in life was spending time with her family and close friends. Eula was preceded in death by her father. She is survived by her mother; her husband Mac; her children Cody (Kayla) Hunt, and Rachel Hunt; 2 grandchildren Lincoln and Eleanor; her siblings June (Brian) Loudon, Karen Ebrecht, John Pritchett, and Pam (David) Leivan; and her niece Haley; and numerous extended family and friends. A visitation will be held 1:00 – 2:00 p.m., Friday, December 30, 2022, at Rollins Funeral Home in Platte City, MO; followed by a 2:00 p.m. funeral service. Interment will follow at the Pleasant Ridge Cemetery in Weston, MO.<figure>
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Eula Hunt (Pritchett) 1960 - 2022

Donna Sue (Morris) White, age 70, of Atchison, Kansas, passed away on December 24, 2022, at Mosaic Life Care.

Funeral service will be Friday, December 30, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. at the Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home with Rev. Michael Kelley officiating. Interment will follow in Round Prairie Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be on Friday, for one hour before the service beginning at 12:00 noon. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home.

Donna was born on August 19, 1952, in Atchison, Kansas, the daughter of Carl and Roberta (Mace) Morris. She earned different educational degrees, but her most important was her BSN. She was very proud of being a registered nurse, working for over thirty years in different nursing facilities.

Donna loved her family, but especially her grandchildren. She enjoyed spending her free time crocheting, quilting, crafting, watching TV and movies and loving on her chihuahua dogs.

She married Herbert “Herbie” White on September 3, 1970; he preceded her in death on December 27, 2005. Donna is also preceded in death by her parents, her oldest son, James White and a sister, Betty Hinson.

Survivors include her three children, Theresa (Clifton) Miller, Effingham, KS; Preston “P.J.” (Kimberly) White, Atchison, KS; William (Bobbie) White, Atchison, KS; two brothers, Mike (Shannon) Morris, Phoenix, AZ; Steve (Lupita) Morris, San Diego, CA; she has eleven grandchildren, Steven Miller, Melissa Miller, William White, Jr., Emily White, Harley White, Chevy White, Dalton White, Tanner White, Kaitlyn White, Nikki McPherson, Tayler McPherson; and seven great grandchildren.

Donna Sue (Morris) White, age 70, of Atchison, Kansas, passed away on December 24, 2022, at Mosaic Life Care.Funeral service will be Friday, December 30, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. at the Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home with Rev. Michael Kelley officiating. Interment will follow in Round Prairie Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be on Friday, for one hour before the service beginning at 12:00 noon. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home.Donna was born on August 19, 1952, in Atchison, Kansas, the daughter of Carl and Roberta (Mace) Morris. She earned different educational degrees, but her most important was her BSN. She was very proud of being a registered nurse, working for over thirty years in different nursing facilities.Donna loved her family, but especially her grandchildren. She enjoyed spending her free time crocheting, quilting, crafting, watching TV and movies and loving on her chihuahua dogs.She married Herbert “Herbie” White on September 3, 1970; he preceded her in death on December 27, 2005. Donna is also preceded in death by her parents, her oldest son, James White and a sister, Betty Hinson.Survivors include her three children, Theresa (Clifton) Miller, Effingham, KS; Preston “P.J.” (Kimberly) White, Atchison, KS; William (Bobbie) White, Atchison, KS; two brothers, Mike (Shannon) Morris, Phoenix, AZ; Steve (Lupita) Morris, San Diego, CA; she has eleven grandchildren, Steven Miller, Melissa Miller, William White, Jr., Emily White, Harley White, Chevy White, Dalton White, Tanner White, Kaitlyn White, Nikki McPherson, Tayler McPherson; and seven great grandchildren.<figure>
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Donna Sue White 1952 - 2022

JoAnn Norton-Lopez, 71, of Atchison, KS, passed away Thursday, December 22, 2022, at Amberwell Atchison.

There are no formal services planned at this time. Memorials are to help with final expenses and may be sent in care of the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home who has been entrusted with the arrangements.

JoAnn Norton-Lopez, 71, of Atchison, KS, passed away Thursday, December 22, 2022, at Amberwell Atchison. There are no formal services planned at this time. Memorials are to help with final expenses and may be sent in care of the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home who has been entrusted with the arrangements.<figure>
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JoAnn Norton-Lopez 1951 - 2022

Melvin was born in St. Joseph Mo., Dec 23, 1930. He lived in Union Star, Mo before serving in the Korean War in the Navy. He married Delores J. Lynch, June 26 1954. Melvin and Delores lived in St. Joseph, MO. They had 2 daughters Claudia S. and Vickie D. and a son Larry W.&nbsp; Melvin had 2 grandchildren, Jess Ralyn and Matthew Houston and 2 great grandchildren, Alexandra Ralyn and Charlie Ralyn. He passed away surrounded by his family.

Melvin loved to golf, and he was an amazing handyman. He enjoyed fishing and would go hunting when he was younger. &nbsp;He was kindhearted and he loved his family. He would do anything he could for anyone.

He retired from Peachtree Doors, previously he has worked building basement and other concrete work. He was also employed excavating ponds.

Melvin is survived by his wife Delores J (Lynch), daughters Claudia Stewart and Vickie Houston (Matt), 2 grandchildren Jess Ralyn and Matthew J. Houston, along with his great granddaughters Alexandra Ralyn and Charlie Ralyn. Also survived by his sister Viola Kerns, Danny Wayne Simpson, along with many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents Dan and Dorothy Simpson, brothers Richard Simpson, Robert (Bob) and sister Carolyn Johnson

Graveside service with Full Military Honors&nbsp; 10:30 AM Thursday, December 29th at Union Star Cemetery.

Arrangements under Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel.

Melvin was born in St. Joseph Mo., Dec 23, 1930. He lived in Union Star, Mo before serving in the Korean War in the Navy. He married Delores J. Lynch, June 26 1954. Melvin and Delores lived in St. Joseph, MO. They had 2 daughters Claudia S. and Vickie D. and a son Larry W.&nbsp; Melvin had 2 grandchildren, Jess Ralyn and Matthew Houston and 2 great grandchildren, Alexandra Ralyn and Charlie Ralyn. He passed away surrounded by his family.Melvin loved to golf, and he was an amazing handyman. He enjoyed fishing and would go hunting when he was younger. &nbsp;He was kindhearted and he loved his family. He would do anything he could for anyone.He retired from Peachtree Doors, previously he has worked building basement and other concrete work. He was also employed excavating ponds.Melvin is survived by his wife Delores J (Lynch), daughters Claudia Stewart and Vickie Houston (Matt), 2 grandchildren Jess Ralyn and Matthew J. Houston, along with his great granddaughters Alexandra Ralyn and Charlie Ralyn. Also survived by his sister Viola Kerns, Danny Wayne Simpson, along with many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents Dan and Dorothy Simpson, brothers Richard Simpson, Robert (Bob) and sister Carolyn JohnsonGraveside service with Full Military Honors&nbsp; 10:30 AM Thursday, December 29th at Union Star Cemetery.Arrangements under Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel.<figure>
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Melvin (Mike) Simpson 1930 - 2022

Gregory Warren Fee, 68, of Weston, MO passed away Thursday, December 22, 2022, at St. Luke’s Hospital on the Plaza in Kansas City, MO. Greg was born January 13, 1954, in Leavenworth, KS to George Warren and Bernice (West) Fee. 

He was a lifelong resident of Weston; and a 1972 graduate of West Platte R-II High School. Along side his father, Greg raised tobacco for many years in the Weston area. He worked as a machinist for Smith’s Metal in Leavenworth and later began driving a delivery truck for O’Reilly’s Auto Parts in Leavenworth. Greg was a former member of the Weston Jaycees, and he enjoyed playing golf.

 He was preceded in death by his parents. 

Greg is survived by his siblings Terry Ann Gieringer of Edgerton, MO, Vicki Lynn Fee of Edgerton, and Lisa Nan Fee of Atchison, KS; his aunts Joyce Bramble and Judy Peterson; and his uncle Roscoe (Juanita) West.

 A visitation will be held 1:00 – 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 28, 2022, at Vaughn Funeral Home in Weston, MO; followed by a 2:00 p.m. funeral service. Interment will follow at the Mount Bethel Cemetery in Weston.

Gregory Warren Fee, 68, of Weston, MO passed away Thursday, December 22, 2022, at St. Luke’s Hospital on the Plaza in Kansas City, MO. Greg was born January 13, 1954, in Leavenworth, KS to George Warren and Bernice (West) Fee. He was a lifelong resident of Weston; and a 1972 graduate of West Platte R-II High School. Along side his father, Greg raised tobacco for many years in the Weston area. He worked as a machinist for Smith’s Metal in Leavenworth and later began driving a delivery truck for O’Reilly’s Auto Parts in Leavenworth. Greg was a former member of the Weston Jaycees, and he enjoyed playing golf. He was preceded in death by his parents. Greg is survived by his siblings Terry Ann Gieringer of Edgerton, MO, Vicki Lynn Fee of Edgerton, and Lisa Nan Fee of Atchison, KS; his aunts Joyce Bramble and Judy Peterson; and his uncle Roscoe (Juanita) West. A visitation will be held 1:00 – 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 28, 2022, at Vaughn Funeral Home in Weston, MO; followed by a 2:00 p.m. funeral service. Interment will follow at the Mount Bethel Cemetery in Weston.<figure>
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Gregory Warren Fee 1954 - 2022

Gregory "Greg" Lee Hubbard 70, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Sunday December 25, 2022 at his home in St. Joseph. He was born August 17, 1952 in St. Joseph, Missouri. 

He attended Lafayette High School, and worked at Westab. 

Greg was preceded in death by his parents; Franklin &amp; Erma Hubbard Sr., sister, Hazel Huemader, brothers, Frank Hubbard, Jr., and Bert Hubbard. 

Greg is survived by daughter Tina Hubbard, sisters, Bonnie Locklin, St. Joseph, Donna Brown, Topeka, KS., and Kathy Lance, Savannah, MO as well as several nieces and nephews. 

A Celebration of Greg's life will be held at 2:00 pm Friday December 30, 2022 at the Rupp Funeral Home. He will be cremated under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home.

Gregory "Greg" Lee Hubbard 70, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Sunday December 25, 2022 at his home in St. Joseph. He was born August 17, 1952 in St. Joseph, Missouri. He attended Lafayette High School, and worked at Westab. Greg was preceded in death by his parents; Franklin &amp; Erma Hubbard Sr., sister, Hazel Huemader, brothers, Frank Hubbard, Jr., and Bert Hubbard. Greg is survived by daughter Tina Hubbard, sisters, Bonnie Locklin, St. Joseph, Donna Brown, Topeka, KS., and Kathy Lance, Savannah, MO as well as several nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Greg's life will be held at 2:00 pm Friday December 30, 2022 at the Rupp Funeral Home. He will be cremated under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home.<figure>
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Gregory "Greg" Lee Hubbard 1952 - 2022

Lois L.&nbsp;“Mitzi” Chase, age 90, of Gravois Mills, formerly of St. Joseph, passed away Sunday, December 18, 2022, at her home. She was born April 25, 1932, in Rockport, Missouri, a daughter of the late George and Clara Knapp. The Knapp family moved to Lincoln, Nebraska in 1940, but moved back to Missouri a couple years later after her mother passed away. Mitzi graduated from Forest City High School, the class of 1950. She worked as an administrative assistant for many years. She sang in a championship Sweet Adeline Chorus for twenty-five years in St. Joseph and Kansas City. On December 17, 1981, she was united in marriage to her surviving husband, David L. Chase. Mitzi was a member of the St. Patrick Catholic Church in Laurie where she served on the communion outreach for hospitals, nursing homes and homebound parishioners. She was also a charter member of the Lake Bloomers Garden Club where she served as their first president. Mitzi was a loving and caring wife, mom, grandmother and friend and will be missed by all who knew and loved her. In addition to her husband, David of 41 years, she is survived by her children, Bill “Skip” Foster and wife Deb of Excelsior Springs, Missouri, Greg Foster and wife Jaime of St. Joseph, Missouri, Christine Chase of Maryville, Missouri, Brad Chase and wife Lori of Dallas, Texas and Laurel Chase of Laurie, Missouri; grandchildren, Broc Foster and wife Kim of Rota, Spain, Cal Foster and wife Kelsey of Danville, California, Nicholas Foster and wife Lindsay of Smithville, Missouri and Breanna Foster and fiancé Karl Sicoli of Kansas City, Missouri and ten great-grandchildren, Lily Vivi, Teddy, Joey, Indie, Crew, Hunter, Hayden, Hayes and Emabelle. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Bob Knapp and sister, Evelyn Huffer. A Mass of Christian Burial has been re-scheduled for 11:00 a.m., Monday, January 2, 2023&nbsp;at the St. Patrick Catholic Church in Laurie. The family will receive friends from 10:00 to 10:30 a.m., with a rosary recited at 10:30 a.m. Inurnment will be held at a later date in St. Patrick’s Cemetery.

Lois L.&nbsp;“Mitzi” Chase, age 90, of Gravois Mills, formerly of St. Joseph, passed away Sunday, December 18, 2022, at her home. She was born April 25, 1932, in Rockport, Missouri, a daughter of the late George and Clara Knapp. The Knapp family moved to Lincoln, Nebraska in 1940, but moved back to Missouri a couple years later after her mother passed away. Mitzi graduated from Forest City High School, the class of 1950. She worked as an administrative assistant for many years. She sang in a championship Sweet Adeline Chorus for twenty-five years in St. Joseph and Kansas City. On December 17, 1981, she was united in marriage to her surviving husband, David L. Chase. Mitzi was a member of the St. Patrick Catholic Church in Laurie where she served on the communion outreach for hospitals, nursing homes and homebound parishioners. She was also a charter member of the Lake Bloomers Garden Club where she served as their first president. Mitzi was a loving and caring wife, mom, grandmother and friend and will be missed by all who knew and loved her. In addition to her husband, David of 41 years, she is survived by her children, Bill “Skip” Foster and wife Deb of Excelsior Springs, Missouri, Greg Foster and wife Jaime of St. Joseph, Missouri, Christine Chase of Maryville, Missouri, Brad Chase and wife Lori of Dallas, Texas and Laurel Chase of Laurie, Missouri; grandchildren, Broc Foster and wife Kim of Rota, Spain, Cal Foster and wife Kelsey of Danville, California, Nicholas Foster and wife Lindsay of Smithville, Missouri and Breanna Foster and fiancé Karl Sicoli of Kansas City, Missouri and ten great-grandchildren, Lily Vivi, Teddy, Joey, Indie, Crew, Hunter, Hayden, Hayes and Emabelle. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Bob Knapp and sister, Evelyn Huffer. A Mass of Christian Burial has been re-scheduled for 11:00 a.m., Monday, January 2, 2023&nbsp;at the St. Patrick Catholic Church in Laurie. The family will receive friends from 10:00 to 10:30 a.m., with a rosary recited at 10:30 a.m. Inurnment will be held at a later date in St. Patrick’s Cemetery.

Lois L. “Mitzi” Chase 1932 - 2022

Stephen Thomas Holdenried, Sr., 76, Wathena, Kansas, passed away Friday, December 23, 2022.

He was born July 9, 1946, to Raymond and Mary (Dean) Holdenried in St. Louis, Missouri.

Stephen married Regina Marie Bottini on April 11, 1970, and she preceded him in death on Sept 7, 2001.

He was of Catholic faith and a member of Central Assembly of God Church; Youth Alliance of St. Joseph; Bartlett Center; NAACP; Drug Free Community Coalition; Workforce Investment Bureau; Mitchell Park Neighborhood Association; Public Achievement, he helped create the Public Achievement Park at 12th and Pacific; St. Charles Jaycees; Juneteenth Committee; and American Legion. Stephen was the National Catholic Volunteer of the year 2004. He was also inducted into St. Joseph Black Archives Hall of Fame on October 5, 2022.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; son-in-law, Donald Joseph Guss; siblings, Raymond Holdenried, Jr., and Carol Ann Eagle; his in-laws, Joseph and Jane Bottini.

Survivors include his children, Angela Renee Guss of St. Joseph, Missouri, Renee Anne Turpin (Christopher) of Conception Junction, Missouri, Stephen Thomas Holdenried, Jr. of Lancaster, California, and Gina Marie Hillenbrand of Gulf Shores, Alabama; 10 grandchildren, Margaret Beggs (Grant), Stephen Holdenried III, Madison Hillenbrand, Daniel Holdenried, Elizabeth Turpin, Joseph Hillenbrand, Annabelle Holdenried, Stephanie Turpin, Mikayla Holdenried, and Christina Turpin; siblings, Pat Swoboda (Charlie), Michael Holdenried (Nancy), and Mark Holdenried (Kathy); many nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends 5:00 – 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory, St. Joseph, Missouri. Mr. Holdenried will be removed to Kutis Funeral Home, Affton, Missouri for services. Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 A.M. Friday, St. Raphael Archangel Catholic Church, 3047 Bishops Place, St. Louis Hills, Missouri. Interment Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, St. Louis, Missouri.

Stephen Thomas Holdenried, Sr., 76, Wathena, Kansas, passed away Friday, December 23, 2022.He was born July 9, 1946, to Raymond and Mary (Dean) Holdenried in St. Louis, Missouri.Stephen married Regina Marie Bottini on April 11, 1970, and she preceded him in death on Sept 7, 2001.He was of Catholic faith and a member of Central Assembly of God Church; Youth Alliance of St. Joseph; Bartlett Center; NAACP; Drug Free Community Coalition; Workforce Investment Bureau; Mitchell Park Neighborhood Association; Public Achievement, he helped create the Public Achievement Park at 12th and Pacific; St. Charles Jaycees; Juneteenth Committee; and American Legion. Stephen was the National Catholic Volunteer of the year 2004. He was also inducted into St. Joseph Black Archives Hall of Fame on October 5, 2022.He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; son-in-law, Donald Joseph Guss; siblings, Raymond Holdenried, Jr., and Carol Ann Eagle; his in-laws, Joseph and Jane Bottini.Survivors include his children, Angela Renee Guss of St. Joseph, Missouri, Renee Anne Turpin (Christopher) of Conception Junction, Missouri, Stephen Thomas Holdenried, Jr. of Lancaster, California, and Gina Marie Hillenbrand of Gulf Shores, Alabama; 10 grandchildren, Margaret Beggs (Grant), Stephen Holdenried III, Madison Hillenbrand, Daniel Holdenried, Elizabeth Turpin, Joseph Hillenbrand, Annabelle Holdenried, Stephanie Turpin, Mikayla Holdenried, and Christina Turpin; siblings, Pat Swoboda (Charlie), Michael Holdenried (Nancy), and Mark Holdenried (Kathy); many nieces and nephews.The family will receive friends 5:00 – 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory, St. Joseph, Missouri. Mr. Holdenried will be removed to Kutis Funeral Home, Affton, Missouri for services. Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 A.M. Friday, St. Raphael Archangel Catholic Church, 3047 Bishops Place, St. Louis Hills, Missouri. Interment Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, St. Louis, Missouri.<figure>
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