Barbara “Jean” Gaither, 93, of Troy, Kansas passed away January 21, 2022 at the Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph, Missouri. Jean was born on January 3, 1929 in Highland, Kansas to Roy Sidney and Veva Irene (Earhart) Horner. She was a member of the First Baptist Church, Troy, Kansas. Jean started her career as a teacher in area schools, she also worked for the Wathena Nursing home as a CNA and a Therapist.

Jean was preceded in death by her parents, brother, Robert Horner, and two sisters, Lois Pauline Horner and Helen Thompson, sons-in-law, David Dishon, Billy Smith and Gene Shelton.

Survivors: children, Marvin Gaither, (Linda), Kelvin Gaither both of Troy, Kansas, Marilee Dishon, St. Joseph, Missouri, Sharon Smith, Susan Shuster, Loren Gaither (Connie), Phyllis Shelton all of Wathena, Kansas and Bryan Gaither, Kansas City, Missouri.

11 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren.

Brother, William F. Horner (Molly), Plano, Texas.

Best friend, Hun Bun Marriott, Troy, Kansas.

Funeral Service: 11:00 A.M. Thursday, January 27, 2022 At the First Baptist Church, Troy, Kansas.

Visitation: 6-8 Wednesday evening at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Troy, Kansas. Friends may call after 9 A.M. Wednesday. Burial: Mount Olive Cemetery, Troy, Kansas.

Barbara “Jean” Gaither, 93, of Troy, Kansas passed away January 21, 2022 at the Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph, Missouri. Jean was born on January 3, 1929 in Highland, Kansas to Roy Sidney and Veva Irene (Earhart) Horner. She was a member of the First Baptist Church, Troy, Kansas. Jean started her career as a teacher in area schools, she also worked for the Wathena Nursing home as a CNA and a Therapist.Jean was preceded in death by her parents, brother, Robert Horner, and two sisters, Lois Pauline Horner and Helen Thompson, sons-in-law, David Dishon, Billy Smith and Gene Shelton.Survivors: children, Marvin Gaither, (Linda), Kelvin Gaither both of Troy, Kansas, Marilee Dishon, St. Joseph, Missouri, Sharon Smith, Susan Shuster, Loren Gaither (Connie), Phyllis Shelton all of Wathena, Kansas and Bryan Gaither, Kansas City, Missouri.11 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren.Brother, William F. Horner (Molly), Plano, Texas.Nieces and nephews.Best friend, Hun Bun Marriott, Troy, Kansas.Funeral Service: 11:00 A.M. Thursday, January 27, 2022 At the First Baptist Church, Troy, Kansas.Visitation: 6-8 Wednesday evening at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Troy, Kansas. Friends may call after 9 A.M. Wednesday. Burial: Mount Olive Cemetery, Troy, Kansas.<figure>
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David Alan Tait, age 54, was born February 5, 1967, the son of Howard Crouch and Betty Ruth (Bahr) Tait in La Mirada, California, and passed away January 17, 2022, in Cameron, Missouri.

David grew up in southern California, where he worked for the Disneyland Resort for fifteen years as the director of security. He later moved with his family to Maysville, where he began working for the Marriott in downtown Kansas City. David enjoyed staying busy by attending many of his children’s sporting events and school activities as they grew up, working on his cars, and catching up with his TV shows. He was a kind and caring man who would go out of his way to help anyone in need, and was always able to bring a smile to people’s faces. His caring and joyful personality will be greatly missed but never forgotten.&nbsp;

He is preceded in death by his father. Survivors include his mother, Betty Tait of Cameron; three children, Kaitlin Tait, Morgan Tait, and Hunter Tait; step-daughter, Alyssa Mormino; brother, Jeffrey (Mary Elizabeth) Tait of California; and many other friends and family.

David Alan Tait, age 54, was born February 5, 1967, the son of Howard Crouch and Betty Ruth (Bahr) Tait in La Mirada, California, and passed away January 17, 2022, in Cameron, Missouri.David grew up in southern California, where he worked for the Disneyland Resort for fifteen years as the director of security. He later moved with his family to Maysville, where he began working for the Marriott in downtown Kansas City. David enjoyed staying busy by attending many of his children’s sporting events and school activities as they grew up, working on his cars, and catching up with his TV shows. He was a kind and caring man who would go out of his way to help anyone in need, and was always able to bring a smile to people’s faces. His caring and joyful personality will be greatly missed but never forgotten.&nbsp;He is preceded in death by his father. Survivors include his mother, Betty Tait of Cameron; three children, Kaitlin Tait, Morgan Tait, and Hunter Tait; step-daughter, Alyssa Mormino; brother, Jeffrey (Mary Elizabeth) Tait of California; and many other friends and family.<figure>
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Paul Eugene Roach, 79, passed away peacefully in his home on January 20, 2022.&nbsp; Paul was born May 21, 1942 to Joseph Byron and Ethel B. Roach of Amity, Missouri. He was a graduate of Maysville High School. After high school Paul joined the U.S. Army where he served 6 years.&nbsp;

He later married Helen Darlyne Sheridan in Oklahoma April 18, 1968.&nbsp;&nbsp;They settled on the Roach family farm in Amity, MO. They raised cattle and hogs and Paul also worked at the St. Joseph Stockyards in maintenance.&nbsp;&nbsp;He and his dad “JB” hauled a lot of livestock throughout the years for area farmers and as order buyers. He later retired from trucking and worked part time running the maintainer for the Washington Township until his mid 70’s.

In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his wife, Helen Darlyne, sister Delores Roach Hardin, daughter Linda May Sheridan Adcock, son James L. Sheridan, and companion Barbara (Bobbie) Cline.

He is survived by his brother Harold Wayne Roach, daughter Kimberly Ann Roach Majeski (Steve), son Paul K. Sheridan (Kim), Shirley Richardson, Rita Butler, and numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great great grandchildren.

Graveside funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, January 24, 2022, at St. Joseph Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Turner Family Funeral Home of Maysville. Friends may call on&nbsp;the funeral home from 12:00 p.m. ~ 4:00 p.m. Sunday, January 23, 2022.&nbsp;

Paul Eugene Roach, 79, passed away peacefully in his home on January 20, 2022.&nbsp; Paul was born May 21, 1942 to Joseph Byron and Ethel B. Roach of Amity, Missouri. He was a graduate of Maysville High School. After high school Paul joined the U.S. Army where he served 6 years.&nbsp;He later married Helen Darlyne Sheridan in Oklahoma April 18, 1968.&nbsp;&nbsp;They settled on the Roach family farm in Amity, MO. They raised cattle and hogs and Paul also worked at the St. Joseph Stockyards in maintenance.&nbsp;&nbsp;He and his dad “JB” hauled a lot of livestock throughout the years for area farmers and as order buyers. He later retired from trucking and worked part time running the maintainer for the Washington Township until his mid 70’s.In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his wife, Helen Darlyne, sister Delores Roach Hardin, daughter Linda May Sheridan Adcock, son James L. Sheridan, and companion Barbara (Bobbie) Cline.He is survived by his brother Harold Wayne Roach, daughter Kimberly Ann Roach Majeski (Steve), son Paul K. Sheridan (Kim), Shirley Richardson, Rita Butler, and numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great great grandchildren.Graveside funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, January 24, 2022, at St. Joseph Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Turner Family Funeral Home of Maysville. Friends may call on&nbsp;the funeral home from 12:00 p.m. ~ 4:00 p.m. Sunday, January 23, 2022.&nbsp;<figure>
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&nbsp; Nancy Peery, 50, Stewartsville, Missouri, passed away Thursday, January 20, 2022. She was born October 25, 1971 in St. Joseph, Missouri to Fred and Nancy (Sell) Peery. She graduated from Plattsburg High School

. She worked as a nurse’s aide at several nursing homes. Nancy enjoyed fishing and not following any rules, including her own. She enjoyed life and always had a smile on her face. She was preceded in death by her father, Fred; brother, Gregg Peery; and niece, Sarah Beth McCoy.

She is survived by her mother, Nancy Peery, Sr.; siblings, George McCoy (Michele), Fonda Bomar (Alva), and Fawn Peery; nephew, Kyle McCoy (Heidi); nieces, Anna and Allysanne Bomar; extended family and friends; and beloved dog, Beretta. Memorial Service 2:30 P.M. Saturday, January 29, American Legion Hall in Stewartsville, Missouri. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; Nancy Peery, 50, Stewartsville, Missouri, passed away Thursday, January 20, 2022. She was born October 25, 1971 in St. Joseph, Missouri to Fred and Nancy (Sell) Peery. She graduated from Plattsburg High School. She worked as a nurse’s aide at several nursing homes. Nancy enjoyed fishing and not following any rules, including her own. She enjoyed life and always had a smile on her face. She was preceded in death by her father, Fred; brother, Gregg Peery; and niece, Sarah Beth McCoy. She is survived by her mother, Nancy Peery, Sr.; siblings, George McCoy (Michele), Fonda Bomar (Alva), and Fawn Peery; nephew, Kyle McCoy (Heidi); nieces, Anna and Allysanne Bomar; extended family and friends; and beloved dog, Beretta. Memorial Service 2:30 P.M. Saturday, January 29, American Legion Hall in Stewartsville, Missouri. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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&nbsp; Charlotte Ruth Marrs, 81, of Greeley, Colorado, passed away January 17, 2022. She was born February 21, 1940, to Elmer and Ruby Evans in Eagleville, Missouri on their way to the local hospital. They ended up at their doctor’s office and were surprised and blessed with two little girls instead of one. Charlotte grew up with twin sister, Carol, and older brother Dan. They spent time on the family farm until moving when Elmer was called to be a Methodist Preacher.

Charlotte met the love of her life, Larry Marrs, in 1959. They were married on January 25 and celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary in 2019, shortly before Larry passed. Their family was completed with the birth of son Lance on February 6, 1960, and daughter Larea on December 24, 1963.

Charlotte loved the Lord. She had a deep personal relationship with her Jesus that spanned a lifetime and made surely one of the most joyous reunions that side of heaven when she stood before her Savior. Charlotte’s life was devoted to the Lord, but also to her husband and family. A homemaker, Charlotte was deeply in touch with her creative side, creating cherished scrapbooks for friends and family, writing poetry to express her love to her creator and at times to capture her sorrow in loss and hope at the promise of heaven. A psalmist at heart, Charlotte knew how to make a joyful noise, through bell choirs and choirs at church, playing the piano, and passing along a tradition of song to her family. Many memories were made around the piano. Charlotte had a passion for children and a tender way with their little hearts.

Charlotte had an eye for decorating and could hang a picture straight without ever using a level. Quiet and more reserved, Charlotte had a peaceful nature and calming spirit. She could be counted on for comfort when a knee was skinned or you were simply sad.

Another important relationship in Charlotte’s life was that with her twin sister Carol. Seemingly opposites, Charlotte adored her sister and loved spending time together with their families. There were many trips to the lake, sailing, and watching their children play together. Few people can know the bond between twins, and Charlotte and Carol shared that. To the very end, Carol was one of Charlotte’s closest supports, facetiming the day she passed while daughter Larea held her hand at her bedside.

Charlotte is survived by her daughter, Larea (Steve); son, Lance (Annette); 4 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren, twin sister Carol Carpino, and nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her husband, parents, older brother, and great granddaughter.

Farewell Services and Public Livestream 10:00 A.M. Friday, January 28, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Thursday, January 27, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; Charlotte Ruth Marrs, 81, of Greeley, Colorado, passed away January 17, 2022. She was born February 21, 1940, to Elmer and Ruby Evans in Eagleville, Missouri on their way to the local hospital. They ended up at their doctor’s office and were surprised and blessed with two little girls instead of one. Charlotte grew up with twin sister, Carol, and older brother Dan. They spent time on the family farm until moving when Elmer was called to be a Methodist Preacher. Charlotte met the love of her life, Larry Marrs, in 1959. They were married on January 25 and celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary in 2019, shortly before Larry passed. Their family was completed with the birth of son Lance on February 6, 1960, and daughter Larea on December 24, 1963. Charlotte loved the Lord. She had a deep personal relationship with her Jesus that spanned a lifetime and made surely one of the most joyous reunions that side of heaven when she stood before her Savior. Charlotte’s life was devoted to the Lord, but also to her husband and family. A homemaker, Charlotte was deeply in touch with her creative side, creating cherished scrapbooks for friends and family, writing poetry to express her love to her creator and at times to capture her sorrow in loss and hope at the promise of heaven. A psalmist at heart, Charlotte knew how to make a joyful noise, through bell choirs and choirs at church, playing the piano, and passing along a tradition of song to her family. Many memories were made around the piano. Charlotte had a passion for children and a tender way with their little hearts. Charlotte had an eye for decorating and could hang a picture straight without ever using a level. Quiet and more reserved, Charlotte had a peaceful nature and calming spirit. She could be counted on for comfort when a knee was skinned or you were simply sad. Another important relationship in Charlotte’s life was that with her twin sister Carol. Seemingly opposites, Charlotte adored her sister and loved spending time together with their families. There were many trips to the lake, sailing, and watching their children play together. Few people can know the bond between twins, and Charlotte and Carol shared that. To the very end, Carol was one of Charlotte’s closest supports, facetiming the day she passed while daughter Larea held her hand at her bedside. Charlotte is survived by her daughter, Larea (Steve); son, Lance (Annette); 4 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren, twin sister Carol Carpino, and nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her husband, parents, older brother, and great granddaughter. Farewell Services and Public Livestream 10:00 A.M. Friday, January 28, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Thursday, January 27, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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&nbsp; Sister Amelia Nowatzke, OSB, 93, a Benedictine sister of Mount St. Scholastica, Atchison, Kans., died Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at the monastery. Funeral services are pending. Sister Amelia was born on November 29, 1928, in Panama, Iowa, one of six children of Jacob and Rose Gubbels Nowatzke, and entered the Mount community in 1952. Earning a bachelor’s degree in education from Mount St. Scholastica College in Atchison, she taught in elementary schools in Colorado, Kansas, Missouri, and Iowa for over 40 years. After her teaching career, she served as pastoral associate at Sacred Heart parish in Ottawa, Kans.

When she returned to the Mount in 1998, she began serving in hospitality at the monastery, preparing for guests and greeting them warmly as receptionist, coordinator of funeral and feast day dinners, and hostess in the guest quarters for many years. Warm and gracious, she was a familiar and welcoming presence for many of the sisters' families and friends who came for visits. Sister Amelia was preceded in death by her parents and by her siblings, Jacob, Joseph, Marie, and Raymond Nowatzke and Ann Kwapiszeski. She is survived by nieces and nephews and her monastic family. Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home (www.beckerdyer.com) is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;

&nbsp; Sister Amelia Nowatzke, OSB, 93, a Benedictine sister of Mount St. Scholastica, Atchison, Kans., died Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at the monastery. Funeral services are pending. Sister Amelia was born on November 29, 1928, in Panama, Iowa, one of six children of Jacob and Rose Gubbels Nowatzke, and entered the Mount community in 1952. Earning a bachelor’s degree in education from Mount St. Scholastica College in Atchison, she taught in elementary schools in Colorado, Kansas, Missouri, and Iowa for over 40 years. After her teaching career, she served as pastoral associate at Sacred Heart parish in Ottawa, Kans. When she returned to the Mount in 1998, she began serving in hospitality at the monastery, preparing for guests and greeting them warmly as receptionist, coordinator of funeral and feast day dinners, and hostess in the guest quarters for many years. Warm and gracious, she was a familiar and welcoming presence for many of the sisters' families and friends who came for visits. Sister Amelia was preceded in death by her parents and by her siblings, Jacob, Joseph, Marie, and Raymond Nowatzke and Ann Kwapiszeski. She is survived by nieces and nephews and her monastic family. Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home (www.beckerdyer.com) is in charge of arrangements.&nbsp;<figure>
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&nbsp; Michael O. Archer, 76, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, January 17, 2022. He was born January 21, 1945, in Bolckow, Missouri. Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; Michael O. Archer, 76, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, January 17, 2022. He was born January 21, 1945, in Bolckow, Missouri. Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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&nbsp; Edward Dean Stull, 86, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, January 18, 2022. He was born September 30, 1935, in Forbes, Missouri to Alfred and Florence (Brock) Stull. Edward married Wilma Jean Leach August 2, 1950. She preceded him in death. He was a member of Grace Evangelical Church. Edward enjoyed cooking and fishing. He was also preceded in death by his grandson, Jason Brown; parents; brother, Tom Stull; sisters, Betty Hughes, Helen Ott and Mary Ott.

Survivors include daughter, Ruth Brown (Jack); son, Robert Stull (Terri); 3 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; brother, Bill Stull (Virginia); numerous nieces and nephews. Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Arrangements under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; Edward Dean Stull, 86, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, January 18, 2022. He was born September 30, 1935, in Forbes, Missouri to Alfred and Florence (Brock) Stull. Edward married Wilma Jean Leach August 2, 1950. She preceded him in death. He was a member of Grace Evangelical Church. Edward enjoyed cooking and fishing. He was also preceded in death by his grandson, Jason Brown; parents; brother, Tom Stull; sisters, Betty Hughes, Helen Ott and Mary Ott. Survivors include daughter, Ruth Brown (Jack); son, Robert Stull (Terri); 3 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; brother, Bill Stull (Virginia); numerous nieces and nephews. Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Arrangements under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Logan Smith, 51, passed away Tuesday, January 18, 2022 at his home in Troy, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;Logan was born on June 21, 1970 in St. Joseph, Missouri to Norman Lloyd Sr. &amp; Linda (Paden) Smith.&nbsp;He worked for REA Doniphan Electric for over 19 years, was a skilled craftsman and carpenter, then working for TSL as a truckdriver.&nbsp;

Logan married Traci Vanwey on May 25, 1991 in Troy, Kansas. She preceded him in death on December 16, 2021. He was also preceded in death by his parents, sister, Larhonda &amp; nephew, Kyle Smith.&nbsp;

Survivors: children, Leslie (Kyle) Alfrey, Belton, Missouri.&nbsp;Lacey Smith, Bendena, Kansas.&nbsp;Kodey (Alyssa) Smith, Cosby, Missouri.&nbsp;Kelsey Smith, Highland, Kansas.&nbsp;Grandchildren, Dylan, Lexie &amp; Levi Alfrey, Bentley, Raylinn &amp; Seyller Smith, Kayson, Grayson &amp; Mayson Smith, &amp; Bosten Horner.&nbsp;Siblings, Laura (Allen) Winkel, Lola Smith, Lloyd (Kim) Smith &amp; Buck (Sheri) Smith.&nbsp;Numerous nieces &amp; nephews.&nbsp;

Funeral Service: 10:30 A.M. Friday, January 21, 2022. &nbsp;At the Harman Rohde Funeral Home in Troy, Kansas.&nbsp;Visitation: 6-8 Thursday evening at the funeral home.&nbsp;Friends may call after 3 P.M. Thursday. Burial: Courter Cemetery, Troy, Kansas.&nbsp;

Logan Smith, 51, passed away Tuesday, January 18, 2022 at his home in Troy, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;Logan was born on June 21, 1970 in St. Joseph, Missouri to Norman Lloyd Sr. &amp; Linda (Paden) Smith.&nbsp;He worked for REA Doniphan Electric for over 19 years, was a skilled craftsman and carpenter, then working for TSL as a truckdriver.&nbsp;Logan married Traci Vanwey on May 25, 1991 in Troy, Kansas. She preceded him in death on December 16, 2021. He was also preceded in death by his parents, sister, Larhonda &amp; nephew, Kyle Smith.&nbsp;Survivors: children, Leslie (Kyle) Alfrey, Belton, Missouri.&nbsp;Lacey Smith, Bendena, Kansas.&nbsp;Kodey (Alyssa) Smith, Cosby, Missouri.&nbsp;Kelsey Smith, Highland, Kansas.&nbsp;Grandchildren, Dylan, Lexie &amp; Levi Alfrey, Bentley, Raylinn &amp; Seyller Smith, Kayson, Grayson &amp; Mayson Smith, &amp; Bosten Horner.&nbsp;Siblings, Laura (Allen) Winkel, Lola Smith, Lloyd (Kim) Smith &amp; Buck (Sheri) Smith.&nbsp;Numerous nieces &amp; nephews.&nbsp;Funeral Service: 10:30 A.M. Friday, January 21, 2022. &nbsp;At the Harman Rohde Funeral Home in Troy, Kansas.&nbsp;Visitation: 6-8 Thursday evening at the funeral home.&nbsp;Friends may call after 3 P.M. Thursday. Burial: Courter Cemetery, Troy, Kansas.&nbsp;<figure>
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&nbsp; Richard A. Martin, 59, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, January 17, 2022. He was born December 19, 1962, in St. Joseph, Missouri to Billy and Marjorie (Pohl) Martin. Richard proudly served in the U.S Navy for 5 years, then 17 years in the U.S. Air National Guard. He served overseas in Operations Desert Storm, Iraqi Freedom, and Enduring Freedom.

Richard was preceded in death by his father. Survivors include son, Tristan Martin; granddaughter, Mia Martin; mother, Marjorie Martin; brothers, Dale Martin (Tanya), Gary Martin, Duane Martin, Chris Martin (Jennifer); numerous nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends. Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

&nbsp; Richard A. Martin, 59, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, January 17, 2022. He was born December 19, 1962, in St. Joseph, Missouri to Billy and Marjorie (Pohl) Martin. Richard proudly served in the U.S Navy for 5 years, then 17 years in the U.S. Air National Guard. He served overseas in Operations Desert Storm, Iraqi Freedom, and Enduring Freedom. Richard was preceded in death by his father. Survivors include son, Tristan Martin; granddaughter, Mia Martin; mother, Marjorie Martin; brothers, Dale Martin (Tanya), Gary Martin, Duane Martin, Chris Martin (Jennifer); numerous nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends. Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.<figure>
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&nbsp; Gary R. Beers, 83, of St. Joseph, Missouri, formerly of Savannah, Mo., passed away with his family by his side, early Monday morning, January 17, 2022 at his home. He was born November 21, 1938 in Macon, Mo., the son of Leroy Fleet Beers and Anna Irene (Thomas) Beers. Gary married Barbara Ann Johnson on March 30, 1961 in St. Joseph, Mo. She survives of the home.

He worked with the family business at Acme Machine Shop before moving to Savannah and opening Beers Machine Shop and Radiator Repair. He retired in 2018. He was also a gunsmith. He gained great satisfaction in taking an old unshootable gun and turning it into a viable beautiful shooting gun. He learned early on to be patient with the equipment and especially the customer. Gary enjoyed helping someone who was in need of help. In his machine work and his gunsmithing, he always gave it his all. A lot of times, after many hours of struggle, if he wasn’t able to repair whatever he was working on, he wouldn’t charge the customer. Gary would treat you right if you treated him right. He was a veteran of the Missouri Air National Guard.

Gary had a passion for horses, owning several over the years. He especially enjoyed the camaraderie gained from various trail rides he went on in the area and around the country. He enjoyed deer hunting with his son-in-law Scott and two grandsons, Ryan and Eric, not caring if he ever shot a deer or not. He just enjoyed being with his family. His greatest joy was being with his family, watching and following his grandkids various activities when able to.

In addition to his wife, surviving are two daughters, Susan Marie Ashlock (Scott), St. Joseph, Mo., and Kimberly Ann Bradley (Steve), Clinton, Mo.; two grandsons, Ryan Scott Bradley (Caiti), Creighton, Mo., and Eric Scott Ashlock (Jillian), Mission, Kansas; one granddaughter, Riley Suzanne Bradley Osborn (Jay), Lowry City, Mo.; two great-granddaughters, Quinn Ellen Bradley and Blake Cheyenne Bradley, Creighton, Mo.; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Claude E. Beers, Bobby Roy Beers and John Lee Beers; and one sister, Mildred Jean (Beers) Pitonak. A private family Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of the Bradley &amp; Hadley Funeral Home, Clinton, Mo. Condolences may be left online at www.bradleyhadley.com. Local arrangements under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; Gary R. Beers, 83, of St. Joseph, Missouri, formerly of Savannah, Mo., passed away with his family by his side, early Monday morning, January 17, 2022 at his home. He was born November 21, 1938 in Macon, Mo., the son of Leroy Fleet Beers and Anna Irene (Thomas) Beers. Gary married Barbara Ann Johnson on March 30, 1961 in St. Joseph, Mo. She survives of the home. He worked with the family business at Acme Machine Shop before moving to Savannah and opening Beers Machine Shop and Radiator Repair. He retired in 2018. He was also a gunsmith. He gained great satisfaction in taking an old unshootable gun and turning it into a viable beautiful shooting gun. He learned early on to be patient with the equipment and especially the customer. Gary enjoyed helping someone who was in need of help. In his machine work and his gunsmithing, he always gave it his all. A lot of times, after many hours of struggle, if he wasn’t able to repair whatever he was working on, he wouldn’t charge the customer. Gary would treat you right if you treated him right. He was a veteran of the Missouri Air National Guard. Gary had a passion for horses, owning several over the years. He especially enjoyed the camaraderie gained from various trail rides he went on in the area and around the country. He enjoyed deer hunting with his son-in-law Scott and two grandsons, Ryan and Eric, not caring if he ever shot a deer or not. He just enjoyed being with his family. His greatest joy was being with his family, watching and following his grandkids various activities when able to. In addition to his wife, surviving are two daughters, Susan Marie Ashlock (Scott), St. Joseph, Mo., and Kimberly Ann Bradley (Steve), Clinton, Mo.; two grandsons, Ryan Scott Bradley (Caiti), Creighton, Mo., and Eric Scott Ashlock (Jillian), Mission, Kansas; one granddaughter, Riley Suzanne Bradley Osborn (Jay), Lowry City, Mo.; two great-granddaughters, Quinn Ellen Bradley and Blake Cheyenne Bradley, Creighton, Mo.; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Claude E. Beers, Bobby Roy Beers and John Lee Beers; and one sister, Mildred Jean (Beers) Pitonak. A private family Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of the Bradley &amp; Hadley Funeral Home, Clinton, Mo. Condolences may be left online at www.bradleyhadley.com. Local arrangements under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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William “Bill” James Snodgrass Sr., 86, of Leavenworth, Kansas passed away Friday, January 14, 2022&nbsp; Bill was born on September 16, 1935 in Long Island, Kansas to Leonard Dallas and Inez (Miner) Snodgrass. He was a member of the Local Operators #101.&nbsp;

Bill married Betty Sharp on August 8, 1954 at the Burr Oak Baptist Church in Wathena, Kansas. She preceded him in death on July 21, 2019. He was also preceded in death by his parents, son, Leonard Snodgrass, brothers, Cecil, Clarence, Verle, Walt, Duane, Russell Snodgrass and a sister, Mae Kelly.&nbsp;

Survivors, Bev Armstrong (Wally), Lansing, Kansas.&nbsp; Ellen Pettis (Dan), Leavenworth, Kansas. Tim Snodgrass (Lisa), Drexel, Missouri.&nbsp;Jim Snodgrass (Connie), Wathena, Kansas.&nbsp;Daughter in law, LaDonna Snodgrass, Greenwood, Missouri.&nbsp;13 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.&nbsp;

Sisters, Neva Moore (Jim), June Benson (Wayne), and Phyllis Sharp.&nbsp;Brother, Virgil Snodgrass (Ruth).&nbsp;Numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp;

Funeral Service: 11:00 A.M. Saturday, January 22, 2021.&nbsp;At the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Wathena, Kansas.&nbsp;Visitation: 10:00 A.M. 1 hour prior to service at the funeral home. Friends may call after 9 A.M. Friday.&nbsp;

William “Bill” James Snodgrass Sr., 86, of Leavenworth, Kansas passed away Friday, January 14, 2022&nbsp; Bill was born on September 16, 1935 in Long Island, Kansas to Leonard Dallas and Inez (Miner) Snodgrass. He was a member of the Local Operators #101.&nbsp;Bill married Betty Sharp on August 8, 1954 at the Burr Oak Baptist Church in Wathena, Kansas. She preceded him in death on July 21, 2019. He was also preceded in death by his parents, son, Leonard Snodgrass, brothers, Cecil, Clarence, Verle, Walt, Duane, Russell Snodgrass and a sister, Mae Kelly.&nbsp;Survivors, Bev Armstrong (Wally), Lansing, Kansas.&nbsp; Ellen Pettis (Dan), Leavenworth, Kansas. Tim Snodgrass (Lisa), Drexel, Missouri.&nbsp;Jim Snodgrass (Connie), Wathena, Kansas.&nbsp;Daughter in law, LaDonna Snodgrass, Greenwood, Missouri.&nbsp;13 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.&nbsp;Sisters, Neva Moore (Jim), June Benson (Wayne), and Phyllis Sharp.&nbsp;Brother, Virgil Snodgrass (Ruth).&nbsp;Numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp;Funeral Service: 11:00 A.M. Saturday, January 22, 2021.&nbsp;At the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Wathena, Kansas.&nbsp;Visitation: 10:00 A.M. 1 hour prior to service at the funeral home. Friends may call after 9 A.M. Friday.&nbsp;<figure>
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&nbsp; Daniel Joseph “Danny Joe” Reinert, 73, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, January 16, 2022. He was born March 16, 1948, in St. Joseph, Missouri to George H. and Melva L. (Buie) Reinert. Danny Joe married Jean Gail Duffy January 13, 1978. They just celebrated their 44th Anniversary. He proudly served in the U.S. Army from July 1967 to April 1969, and fought in Vietnam with the 1st Infantry Division, “Big Red One”. He received the Vietnam Service Medal with 2 Bronze Service Stars, National Defense Service Medal, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, Commendation Medal, Sharpshooter (Rifle M-16).

At 14 he started working for his family business, Reinert Brothers Construction. He later worked for J.E. Dunn Construction for 25 years before retiring. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, enjoyed mushroom hunting, telling stories, but most of all spending time with his family, grandchildren, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, George H. Reinert. Survivors include wife, Jean Gail; sons, Daniel Reinert (Teresa), David Reinert (Sierra); grandchildren, Faith, Finley and Kira; mother, Melva L. Reinert; brother, Michael Reinert (Chrisie); sister, Yvonne Wilson; his beloved cat, Mr. Tew; numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends

Farewell Services and Public Livestream 1:00 P.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to Cuddles for Clefts, Paralyzed Vets, or the Wounded Warrior Project. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; Daniel Joseph “Danny Joe” Reinert, 73, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, January 16, 2022. He was born March 16, 1948, in St. Joseph, Missouri to George H. and Melva L. (Buie) Reinert. Danny Joe married Jean Gail Duffy January 13, 1978. They just celebrated their 44th Anniversary. He proudly served in the U.S. Army from July 1967 to April 1969, and fought in Vietnam with the 1st Infantry Division, “Big Red One”. He received the Vietnam Service Medal with 2 Bronze Service Stars, National Defense Service Medal, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, Commendation Medal, Sharpshooter (Rifle M-16). At 14 he started working for his family business, Reinert Brothers Construction. He later worked for J.E. Dunn Construction for 25 years before retiring. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, enjoyed mushroom hunting, telling stories, but most of all spending time with his family, grandchildren, and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, George H. Reinert. Survivors include wife, Jean Gail; sons, Daniel Reinert (Teresa), David Reinert (Sierra); grandchildren, Faith, Finley and Kira; mother, Melva L. Reinert; brother, Michael Reinert (Chrisie); sister, Yvonne Wilson; his beloved cat, Mr. Tew; numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends Farewell Services and Public Livestream 1:00 P.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to Cuddles for Clefts, Paralyzed Vets, or the Wounded Warrior Project. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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&nbsp; Linda Sue Seckinger, 77, St Joseph, passed away Saturday, January 15, 2022, after a long battle with Alzheimer ’s disease. She was born on June 3, 1944, in St. Joseph. Known as the prettiest girl in her class, she graduated from Lafayette High School in 1962. With dreams of being a professional dancer, she taught at the Fred Astaire School of Dance in Kansas City for several years before returning to St. Joseph to complete her education at St. Joseph Beauty University. She had a more than 50 year career as a cosmetologist, working at several studios, including Ritz, Bart’s, and The Cut Above, before retiring in 2018.

She enjoyed dancing, time in her garden, vacationing, and treasured time with family and friends. Always the life of the party, she came prepared for every event: the perfect costume, game, or accompaniment for any occasion – she never came empty-handed. Her slap-stick, sometimes bawdy, sense of humor brought smiles to everyone around her. While she loved to bring happiness to others, she found her greatest joy in her son, Ricky; and later, through her granddaughter, Emma. She was preceded in death by her parents, Edgar and Tellene (Lamphere) Taylor; sister and brother-in-law, Connie (Taylor) and Roger Webster; and brother, Dennis Taylor. She is survived by her son, Ricky (Nichi) Seckinger, of St. Joseph; granddaughter, Emma Seckinger, of Platte City; step-granddaughter, Demi Uredi, of Los Angeles, California; nieces, Allison Ericson (Dave DeSpain), of St. Joseph; Shannon (Matt) Surgener, of St. Louis, and Meagan Webster (Julie Burden) of Kansas City, Alexandra (Walter) Silva, of West Sacramento, California; grand-nieces, Jessa (Matt) Hayob of Kansas City; Hailey (Joe) Koenig, of Kansas City, and Kaitlin (Gareth) Ash; and many great-grand-nieces and nephews. Farewell Services and Public Livestream 3:00 P.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Inurnment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. The family suggests memorial gifts to AFL-CIO Community Services, for a senior assistance fund. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; Linda Sue Seckinger, 77, St Joseph, passed away Saturday, January 15, 2022, after a long battle with Alzheimer ’s disease. She was born on June 3, 1944, in St. Joseph. Known as the prettiest girl in her class, she graduated from Lafayette High School in 1962. With dreams of being a professional dancer, she taught at the Fred Astaire School of Dance in Kansas City for several years before returning to St. Joseph to complete her education at St. Joseph Beauty University. She had a more than 50 year career as a cosmetologist, working at several studios, including Ritz, Bart’s, and The Cut Above, before retiring in 2018. She enjoyed dancing, time in her garden, vacationing, and treasured time with family and friends. Always the life of the party, she came prepared for every event: the perfect costume, game, or accompaniment for any occasion – she never came empty-handed. Her slap-stick, sometimes bawdy, sense of humor brought smiles to everyone around her. While she loved to bring happiness to others, she found her greatest joy in her son, Ricky; and later, through her granddaughter, Emma. She was preceded in death by her parents, Edgar and Tellene (Lamphere) Taylor; sister and brother-in-law, Connie (Taylor) and Roger Webster; and brother, Dennis Taylor. She is survived by her son, Ricky (Nichi) Seckinger, of St. Joseph; granddaughter, Emma Seckinger, of Platte City; step-granddaughter, Demi Uredi, of Los Angeles, California; nieces, Allison Ericson (Dave DeSpain), of St. Joseph; Shannon (Matt) Surgener, of St. Louis, and Meagan Webster (Julie Burden) of Kansas City, Alexandra (Walter) Silva, of West Sacramento, California; grand-nieces, Jessa (Matt) Hayob of Kansas City; Hailey (Joe) Koenig, of Kansas City, and Kaitlin (Gareth) Ash; and many great-grand-nieces and nephews. Farewell Services and Public Livestream 3:00 P.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Inurnment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. The family suggests memorial gifts to AFL-CIO Community Services, for a senior assistance fund. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Linda Sue Seckinger 1944 - 2022

&nbsp; Claude L. Lynch, Jr., 88, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, January 14, 2022. He was born April 2, 1933 in Omaha, Nebraska, to Claude L. Lynch, Sr. and Suzan (Prevot) Lynch. Claude graduated from Savannah High School in 1951. He proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He married Catherine O. Davis. She preceded him in death on January 30, 1993. He then married Phyllis E. Warmuth on May 20, 1995. She survives of the home.

Claude worked as a laborer at Armour and Company for 30-plus years. He enjoyed working in his yard, bowling, hunting, and sitting on the front porch, keeping an eye on the neighborhood. He loved spending time with his older brother, his kids and grandkids. He also was known for his dry sense of humor.He was of the Lutheran faith. Claude was preceded in death by his first wife, Catherine; his parents; son, Robert Lynch; two grandchildren; and sister, Charlotte Rains. Survivors include his wife, Phyllis; children, Donna Thorne (Emmett), Delores Geiler (John), Catherine Boone (Daniel), and James Lynch (Kathy); daughter-in-law, Russet Lynch; stepchildren, Cindy Hampton (Bobby Miller), Paul Priebe (Jennifer), Milley Carr (Brad), and Bryan Lynch (Gidget); numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren; brother, Bob (Fran); sisters, Delores Simpson (Melvin), and Janice Jeannoutot; numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Farewell Services and Public Livestream 1:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Union Star Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; Claude L. Lynch, Jr., 88, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, January 14, 2022. He was born April 2, 1933 in Omaha, Nebraska, to Claude L. Lynch, Sr. and Suzan (Prevot) Lynch. Claude graduated from Savannah High School in 1951. He proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He married Catherine O. Davis. She preceded him in death on January 30, 1993. He then married Phyllis E. Warmuth on May 20, 1995. She survives of the home. Claude worked as a laborer at Armour and Company for 30-plus years. He enjoyed working in his yard, bowling, hunting, and sitting on the front porch, keeping an eye on the neighborhood. He loved spending time with his older brother, his kids and grandkids. He also was known for his dry sense of humor.He was of the Lutheran faith. Claude was preceded in death by his first wife, Catherine; his parents; son, Robert Lynch; two grandchildren; and sister, Charlotte Rains. Survivors include his wife, Phyllis; children, Donna Thorne (Emmett), Delores Geiler (John), Catherine Boone (Daniel), and James Lynch (Kathy); daughter-in-law, Russet Lynch; stepchildren, Cindy Hampton (Bobby Miller), Paul Priebe (Jennifer), Milley Carr (Brad), and Bryan Lynch (Gidget); numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren; brother, Bob (Fran); sisters, Delores Simpson (Melvin), and Janice Jeannoutot; numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Farewell Services and Public Livestream 1:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Union Star Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Barbara J. (Jackson) McGregor, 85, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, January 16, 2022. She was born November 15, 1936 in St. Joseph to Lawrence and Norma (Graves) Jackson. She graduated from Central High School in 1954.&nbsp;Barbara married Herschel McGregor on New Year’s Eve, 1954. He survives of the home.

She worked as a purchasing agent at Mead Products for nearly 30 years. Barbara enjoyed fishing and camping at Big Lake and Lake of the Ozarks. She loved her grandchildren and any time spent with family, with Christmas being her favorite holiday. She also loved to sew and cook, even creating a cookbook of family recipes for her children, which sadly did not include her famous potato salad recipe and its secret ingredient. She was preceded in death by her parents; and brothers, Delbert and Jerry Jackson.

She is survived by her husband of 67 years, Herschel; children, Glenn McGregor (Vickie), Melody O’Meara (Pat), and Chris McGregor (Lora); seven grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, extended family and friends; and her beloved pets, Lu and Chops. Farewell Services and Public Livestream 10:00 A.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Barbara J. (Jackson) McGregor, 85, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, January 16, 2022. She was born November 15, 1936 in St. Joseph to Lawrence and Norma (Graves) Jackson. She graduated from Central High School in 1954.&nbsp;Barbara married Herschel McGregor on New Year’s Eve, 1954. He survives of the home. She worked as a purchasing agent at Mead Products for nearly 30 years. Barbara enjoyed fishing and camping at Big Lake and Lake of the Ozarks. She loved her grandchildren and any time spent with family, with Christmas being her favorite holiday. She also loved to sew and cook, even creating a cookbook of family recipes for her children, which sadly did not include her famous potato salad recipe and its secret ingredient. She was preceded in death by her parents; and brothers, Delbert and Jerry Jackson. She is survived by her husband of 67 years, Herschel; children, Glenn McGregor (Vickie), Melody O’Meara (Pat), and Chris McGregor (Lora); seven grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, extended family and friends; and her beloved pets, Lu and Chops. Farewell Services and Public Livestream 10:00 A.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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&nbsp; Barbara Jane Lucas, 70, of Atchison, KS went to be with her heavenly father on Sunday, Jan. 16, 2022, at Amberwell Health, Atchison, KS. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm on Thursday, Jan. 20, 2022, at the Faith Bible Fellowship, with Pastor Stephen Lucas officiating. Burial will follow in Sunset Memory Gardens, Atchison, KS . The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 pm on Wednesday, Jan. 19th, 2022, at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Faith Bible Fellowship and may be sent in care of the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral home. Condolences and remembrances may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com. Barbara was born on March 3, 1951, in Charleston, West Virginia the daughter of Mervin S. and Hazel Dorothea (Snodgrass) Taylor, Sr. She graduated from Dunbar High School in 1969. She was married to Stephen Lucas on December 26, 1969. They moved to Atchison Kansas and Barbara worked as an eye technician for Dr. Haag before joining the Moyes Eye Center in Kansas City, retiring in 2015. She was a Charter Member of the Faith Bible Fellowship Church, was a wonderful wife, mother, homemaker. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, shopping, sewing, baking and cooking, gardening flowers and was a pet lover, especially her dog Pepper. Survivors include her husband, Pastor Stephen Lucas, of the home, six daughters Candi (Brian) Wozniak, Olathe, KS, Jenni (Lacey) Lucas-Brown, Valley Falls, KS, Sarah (Mike) Wahwahsuck, Atchison, KS, Rachel (Chuck) Griffith, Olathe, KS, Tiffani (Jeff) Alexander, Clinton, ILL, and Stepheni (Chris) Peters, Atchison, KS, a brother Mervin S. (Phyllis) Taylor, Jr., Oak Island, NC, a sister Carolyn (Charley) Muck, Hurricane, WV., twenty-two grandchildren and two great grandchildren whom she loved very much. Her parents, and a brother Jerrold Taylor preceded her in death.

&nbsp; Barbara Jane Lucas, 70, of Atchison, KS went to be with her heavenly father on Sunday, Jan. 16, 2022, at Amberwell Health, Atchison, KS. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm on Thursday, Jan. 20, 2022, at the Faith Bible Fellowship, with Pastor Stephen Lucas officiating. Burial will follow in Sunset Memory Gardens, Atchison, KS . The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 pm on Wednesday, Jan. 19th, 2022, at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Faith Bible Fellowship and may be sent in care of the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral home. Condolences and remembrances may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com. Barbara was born on March 3, 1951, in Charleston, West Virginia the daughter of Mervin S. and Hazel Dorothea (Snodgrass) Taylor, Sr. She graduated from Dunbar High School in 1969. She was married to Stephen Lucas on December 26, 1969. They moved to Atchison Kansas and Barbara worked as an eye technician for Dr. Haag before joining the Moyes Eye Center in Kansas City, retiring in 2015. She was a Charter Member of the Faith Bible Fellowship Church, was a wonderful wife, mother, homemaker. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, shopping, sewing, baking and cooking, gardening flowers and was a pet lover, especially her dog Pepper. Survivors include her husband, Pastor Stephen Lucas, of the home, six daughters Candi (Brian) Wozniak, Olathe, KS, Jenni (Lacey) Lucas-Brown, Valley Falls, KS, Sarah (Mike) Wahwahsuck, Atchison, KS, Rachel (Chuck) Griffith, Olathe, KS, Tiffani (Jeff) Alexander, Clinton, ILL, and Stepheni (Chris) Peters, Atchison, KS, a brother Mervin S. (Phyllis) Taylor, Jr., Oak Island, NC, a sister Carolyn (Charley) Muck, Hurricane, WV., twenty-two grandchildren and two great grandchildren whom she loved very much. Her parents, and a brother Jerrold Taylor preceded her in death.<figure>
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&nbsp; Logan O Townsend, age 79, passed away Thursday, January 13, 2022. He was born August 3, 1942 in St. Joseph, Missouri to Logan and Dorothy (Good) Townsend. Logan married Lela DeVore on September 8, 1962. She survives of the home. He is survived also by two children, Timothy Townsend (Lisa) and Leisa Baker (Darren); seven grandchildren, Justin Townsend (Heather), Amber Barnett, Lexie Townsend, Raychel Baker, Whitney Baker, Matthew Lance, and Brooklyn Lance; eight great-grandchildren, Tyson, Blaine, Kallie, Dane, Hadleigh, Coltin, Boston, and Griffin; three sisters and one brother.

He was a mechanic all his life retiring from KCP&amp;L after 34 years. He enjoyed working and fixing most anything and everything. He enjoyed studying the Bible and memorized many, many scriptures. He was a walking, talking Bible. He accepted the Lord in 1974 and he gave his testimony many, many times. He never missed a chance to share the Lord. Death takes the body. God takes the soul. Our mind holds the memories. Our heart keeps the love. Our faith lets us know we will meet again. Until we meet again, Love your family and of course, Budee, his dog. Per Logan’s request, there will be no funeral.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; Logan O Townsend, age 79, passed away Thursday, January 13, 2022. He was born August 3, 1942 in St. Joseph, Missouri to Logan and Dorothy (Good) Townsend. Logan married Lela DeVore on September 8, 1962. She survives of the home. He is survived also by two children, Timothy Townsend (Lisa) and Leisa Baker (Darren); seven grandchildren, Justin Townsend (Heather), Amber Barnett, Lexie Townsend, Raychel Baker, Whitney Baker, Matthew Lance, and Brooklyn Lance; eight great-grandchildren, Tyson, Blaine, Kallie, Dane, Hadleigh, Coltin, Boston, and Griffin; three sisters and one brother. He was a mechanic all his life retiring from KCP&amp;L after 34 years. He enjoyed working and fixing most anything and everything. He enjoyed studying the Bible and memorized many, many scriptures. He was a walking, talking Bible. He accepted the Lord in 1974 and he gave his testimony many, many times. He never missed a chance to share the Lord. Death takes the body. God takes the soul. Our mind holds the memories. Our heart keeps the love. Our faith lets us know we will meet again. Until we meet again, Love your family and of course, Budee, his dog. Per Logan’s request, there will be no funeral.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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&nbsp; John “Mike” Skaith, 71, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, January 13, 2022.&nbsp; He was born December 23, 1950 in Maryville, Missouri to Leroy and Elizabeth (Guinn) Skaith.&nbsp; He married Jeanette Binnicker on May 4, 1984. She survives of the home.&nbsp; Mike played in the bands Ferrari’s, Volunteer’s, and Blues Therapy. He was the “Guitar Man.” He enjoyed family time and liked singing in the choir at Brookdale Church. He was a loved husband, father, and grandfather.

Mike was preceded in death by his parents.&nbsp; He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Jeanette; daughters, Elizabeth Skaith and Jenny Larkin; son, Eric Vance; grandchildren, Brianna Skaith, Kenya Vance, Jeremy and Jessica Larkin; siblings, Sheryl George (Jim), Brad Skaith (Dominque), and Jay Skaith (Peggy); niece, Jennifer Patterson; nephews, David George, Ryan Skaith, and Aaron Skaith; extended family and friends.

Farewell Services and Public Livestream 3:00 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. The family requests contributions to Mike’s Funeral Fund. To donate online or sign the online guestbook, please visit Mike’s Tribute Page at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; John “Mike” Skaith, 71, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, January 13, 2022.&nbsp; He was born December 23, 1950 in Maryville, Missouri to Leroy and Elizabeth (Guinn) Skaith.&nbsp; He married Jeanette Binnicker on May 4, 1984. She survives of the home.&nbsp; Mike played in the bands Ferrari’s, Volunteer’s, and Blues Therapy. He was the “Guitar Man.” He enjoyed family time and liked singing in the choir at Brookdale Church. He was a loved husband, father, and grandfather. Mike was preceded in death by his parents.&nbsp; He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Jeanette; daughters, Elizabeth Skaith and Jenny Larkin; son, Eric Vance; grandchildren, Brianna Skaith, Kenya Vance, Jeremy and Jessica Larkin; siblings, Sheryl George (Jim), Brad Skaith (Dominque), and Jay Skaith (Peggy); niece, Jennifer Patterson; nephews, David George, Ryan Skaith, and Aaron Skaith; extended family and friends. Farewell Services and Public Livestream 3:00 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. The family requests contributions to Mike’s Funeral Fund. To donate online or sign the online guestbook, please visit Mike’s Tribute Page at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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John “Mike” Skaith 1950-2022

&nbsp; Vince Mueller, 86, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Wednesday, January 12, 2022.&nbsp; He was born in St. Joseph, Missouri to Alfred J. and Vera A. Mueller and raised in Easton, Missouri.&nbsp; Vince attended Easton High School. He proudly served in the U.S. Army 82nd Airborne and was stationed at Fort Brag, NC from 1956 to 1961.&nbsp; Vince was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Alfred J. Mueller, Jr.; sisters, Geraldine “Jeri” Miller and Alene Remington.

Survivors include his wife of 41 years, Phyllis J. Smith Mueller; children, Tim Keys (Dana), Tracy Dolcini, Tiffany Vaughn (Ty), Stephanie Tatro, Doug Mueller; grandchildren, Brendan and Brittany Dolcini, Dillan (Kelsey) and Sean O’Dell, Peyton, Grayson and Keaton Vaughn, Noah and Brady Keys, Dallas Mueller; great-grandchildren, Liley, Brayden, Ian, and Sadie O’Dell, Landen Heming; brother, Fred Mueller (Bonnie); numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family and friends.

Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Inurnment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to the charity of the donor’s choice. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; Vince Mueller, 86, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Wednesday, January 12, 2022.&nbsp; He was born in St. Joseph, Missouri to Alfred J. and Vera A. Mueller and raised in Easton, Missouri.&nbsp; Vince attended Easton High School. He proudly served in the U.S. Army 82nd Airborne and was stationed at Fort Brag, NC from 1956 to 1961.&nbsp; Vince was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Alfred J. Mueller, Jr.; sisters, Geraldine “Jeri” Miller and Alene Remington. Survivors include his wife of 41 years, Phyllis J. Smith Mueller; children, Tim Keys (Dana), Tracy Dolcini, Tiffany Vaughn (Ty), Stephanie Tatro, Doug Mueller; grandchildren, Brendan and Brittany Dolcini, Dillan (Kelsey) and Sean O’Dell, Peyton, Grayson and Keaton Vaughn, Noah and Brady Keys, Dallas Mueller; great-grandchildren, Liley, Brayden, Ian, and Sadie O’Dell, Landen Heming; brother, Fred Mueller (Bonnie); numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family and friends. Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Inurnment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to the charity of the donor’s choice. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Gerald V. "Vince" Mueller 1935 - 2022

&nbsp; Dewey Gilbert Heath, 87, Helena, Missouri, passed away Thursday, January 13, 2022.&nbsp; He was born January 31, 1934 in Helena to Dewey and Alma (Krauss) Heath.&nbsp; Dewey married Della Lou Huffaker on July 24, 1954. He and Della Lou loved to dance at the Eagles Lodge on Saturday nights. He lost his dance partner of 56 years on December 4, 2010. A talented basketball player, Dewey excelled in the sport at both Helena and Rosendale High Schools. He later coached numerous men’s and boys’ ASA fast pitch softball teams in Helena. He loved competition and winning was very important. He also helped his daughters show horses in 4-H shows. He was proud of all of his children’s accomplishments. Dewey lived and breathed farming his whole life. He was past president of the Andrew County Pork Producers and served on the board of the Farm Service Association in Andrew County. He also was a charter member of the Helena Lions Club.&nbsp; &nbsp;

But he was not all work and sports. Dewey was known for being a prankster to his family and unsuspecting strangers, even store managers and hotel clerks.&nbsp; Dewey was preceded in death by wife, Della Lou; his parents; daughter, Lisa Sipes; great-grandson, Andrews Sipes; and sisters, Katherine Patrick and Marion Price.

Survivors include children, Mick Heath (Dalene), Tom Heath (Diane), and Kathy Crawford (Kelly); grandchildren, Michael Sipes (Shawna), John Sipes (Brittni), Tyler Crawford (Amy), Jessi Baker (Arlin), Dewey Ray Heath, Alex Heath (Kelsey), and Tony Heath (Mikaila Fry); great-grandchildren, Kaler Baker, Cade Crawford, Nolan Sipes, Jack Sipes, Cale Sipes, Riley Crawford, Josie Crawford, Wade Sipes, Jayce Heath, Ace Baker, and Grayson Heath; sister, Janice Humphrey (Jack); numerous nieces and nephews.

Farewell Services and Public Livestream 1:00 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Helena Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations to the Helena Cemetery Association, 13844 State Route F, Helena, MO 64459. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; Dewey Gilbert Heath, 87, Helena, Missouri, passed away Thursday, January 13, 2022.&nbsp; He was born January 31, 1934 in Helena to Dewey and Alma (Krauss) Heath.&nbsp; Dewey married Della Lou Huffaker on July 24, 1954. He and Della Lou loved to dance at the Eagles Lodge on Saturday nights. He lost his dance partner of 56 years on December 4, 2010. A talented basketball player, Dewey excelled in the sport at both Helena and Rosendale High Schools. He later coached numerous men’s and boys’ ASA fast pitch softball teams in Helena. He loved competition and winning was very important. He also helped his daughters show horses in 4-H shows. He was proud of all of his children’s accomplishments. Dewey lived and breathed farming his whole life. He was past president of the Andrew County Pork Producers and served on the board of the Farm Service Association in Andrew County. He also was a charter member of the Helena Lions Club.&nbsp; &nbsp; But he was not all work and sports. Dewey was known for being a prankster to his family and unsuspecting strangers, even store managers and hotel clerks.&nbsp; Dewey was preceded in death by wife, Della Lou; his parents; daughter, Lisa Sipes; great-grandson, Andrews Sipes; and sisters, Katherine Patrick and Marion Price. Survivors include children, Mick Heath (Dalene), Tom Heath (Diane), and Kathy Crawford (Kelly); grandchildren, Michael Sipes (Shawna), John Sipes (Brittni), Tyler Crawford (Amy), Jessi Baker (Arlin), Dewey Ray Heath, Alex Heath (Kelsey), and Tony Heath (Mikaila Fry); great-grandchildren, Kaler Baker, Cade Crawford, Nolan Sipes, Jack Sipes, Cale Sipes, Riley Crawford, Josie Crawford, Wade Sipes, Jayce Heath, Ace Baker, and Grayson Heath; sister, Janice Humphrey (Jack); numerous nieces and nephews. Farewell Services and Public Livestream 1:00 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Helena Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations to the Helena Cemetery Association, 13844 State Route F, Helena, MO 64459. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Dewey G. Heath 1934 - 2022

Clarence “Red” Dingus of Holcomb, Kansas was born June 4, 1940, in Linn 
County, Kansas. He passed away on Friday, December 31, 2021, at St. 
Catherine Hospital in Garden City at the age of 81. He married Leeta 
Wishon Dingus on April 12, 1960. Clarence and Leeta owned and operated 
Dingus Well and Trenching Service for most of their married life. Red 
Enjoyed fishing, hunting, traveling, square dancing, and spending time 
with family and friends. He was a member of the Lions Club and the 
Holcomb Community Church. 
 Survivors include his children Cheryl and husband Marty Fryar of 
Larned, Kansas, Darin and his wife Jane Dingus of Holcomb, Kansas, and 
Steven and his wife Elizabeth Dingus of Richland, Missouri; his 
grandchildren Christopher Parker, Amber Atchinson, Anthony and Andrew 
Dingus, Chassidy Green, Quincy, Wesley, Bethany, Khloey, Malachi, and 
Darby Dingus; 16 great-grandchildren; 3 great great-grandchidlren; and 
his 2 brothers Robert and Cecil Dingus. 
 Red is preceded in death by his parents Chester Dingus and Ina 
McGregory Dingus; his wife Leeta Wishon Dingus; his siblings Elizabeth, 
Ruth, Eva, Donna, Katherine, Marvin, Nellie and Carl; and a grandson 
Avery Dingus. 
 Funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, January 10, 
2022, at the Church of the Brethren in Garden City with Von Hunn 
officiating. Burial will follow at the Deerfield Cemetery in Deerfield,
 Kansas. Friends may call from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Saturday and 
from Noon to 8:00 p.m. on Sunday all at Garnand Funeral Home in Garden 
City. The family suggests memorials given to Friends of Lee Richardson 
Zoo in care of the funeral home.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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County, Kansas. He passed away on Friday, December 31, 2021, at St. 
Catherine Hospital in Garden City at the age of 81. He married Leeta 
Wishon Dingus on April 12, 1960. Clarence and Leeta owned and operated 
Dingus Well and Trenching Service for most of their married life. Red 
Enjoyed fishing, hunting, traveling, square dancing, and spending time 
with family and friends. He was a member of the Lions Club and the 
Holcomb Community Church. 
 Survivors include his children Cheryl and husband Marty Fryar of 
Larned, Kansas, Darin and his wife Jane Dingus of Holcomb, Kansas, and 
Steven and his wife Elizabeth Dingus of Richland, Missouri; his 
grandchildren Christopher Parker, Amber Atchinson, Anthony and Andrew 
Dingus, Chassidy Green, Quincy, Wesley, Bethany, Khloey, Malachi, and 
Darby Dingus; 16 great-grandchildren; 3 great great-grandchidlren; and 
his 2 brothers Robert and Cecil Dingus. 
 Red is preceded in death by his parents Chester Dingus and Ina 
McGregory Dingus; his wife Leeta Wishon Dingus; his siblings Elizabeth, 
Ruth, Eva, Donna, Katherine, Marvin, Nellie and Carl; and a grandson 
Avery Dingus. 
 Funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, January 10, 
2022, at the Church of the Brethren in Garden City with Von Hunn 
officiating. Burial will follow at the Deerfield Cemetery in Deerfield,
 Kansas. Friends may call from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Saturday and 
from Noon to 8:00 p.m. on Sunday all at Garnand Funeral Home in Garden 
City. The family suggests memorials given to Friends of Lee Richardson 
Zoo in care of the funeral home.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Clarence 'Red' Dingus

&nbsp;&nbsp; Virginia Ann “Gin” Cundiff, 89, passed away Thursday, December 30, 2021 at a local healthcare facility.

She was born February 27, 1932 to E.C. and Helen (Nold) Jenkins. She was preceded in death by her parents and a daughter, Patricia Cundiff Benitz.

She married the love of her life, Corbett “Corky” Cundiff on April 7, 1950 at Savannah Avenue Baptist Church. They had been married 71 years at the time of her death. She is survived by her husband; a son, Rodney (Deborah) Cundiff; a former son-in-law, Wesley (Debbie) Benitz; grandchildren, Brandon (Angie) Benitz, Jennifer (Lucas) Benitz Gray and Tyler (Kylee) Cundiff; step-grandchildren, Scott (Mendi) Adams and Brent (Christine) Adams; great-grandchildren, Connor Cundiff and Kennedy Cundiff; step-great-grandchildren, Haden McDonald, Corbin McDonald, Sydney Adams and Brilynn Estes; a nephew and five nieces. Gin graduated from Lafayette High School, class of 1949. She was an active member of Savannah Avenue Baptist Church for many years and then First Baptist Church of Savannah, Missouri. As the children grew, she became active in all levels of PTA and served on the boards of the United Way and the Girl Scouts of America. An opportunity came to work at City Hall, first in the Office of the City Clerk under Walter T. Welsh, then Finance and the Action Center. Her final service to the city came as Secretary to Mayor David L. Polsky.

Through her mother, Gin started a romance with music beginning at the age of 6 with piano/organ/voice lessons. Over the years she sang for many weddings and funerals. One of her proudest moments was being asked to be Guest Soloist for the Women’s Missionary Union annual convention held in Kansas City when she was 14.

With her parents, Gin toured 11 countries and 47 of the 50 states, including Alaska and Hawaii. August was the month dedicated to the family spending their summer vacation in Minnesota. When Corky retired, they bought a lake front property and spent twenty-five years of summers boating, fishing and entertaining family and friends.

Farewell Services and Public Livestream 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Monday Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Online guestbook and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp; Virginia Ann “Gin” Cundiff, 89, passed away Thursday, December 30, 2021 at a local healthcare facility. She was born February 27, 1932 to E.C. and Helen (Nold) Jenkins. She was preceded in death by her parents and a daughter, Patricia Cundiff Benitz. She married the love of her life, Corbett “Corky” Cundiff on April 7, 1950 at Savannah Avenue Baptist Church. They had been married 71 years at the time of her death. She is survived by her husband; a son, Rodney (Deborah) Cundiff; a former son-in-law, Wesley (Debbie) Benitz; grandchildren, Brandon (Angie) Benitz, Jennifer (Lucas) Benitz Gray and Tyler (Kylee) Cundiff; step-grandchildren, Scott (Mendi) Adams and Brent (Christine) Adams; great-grandchildren, Connor Cundiff and Kennedy Cundiff; step-great-grandchildren, Haden McDonald, Corbin McDonald, Sydney Adams and Brilynn Estes; a nephew and five nieces. Gin graduated from Lafayette High School, class of 1949. She was an active member of Savannah Avenue Baptist Church for many years and then First Baptist Church of Savannah, Missouri. As the children grew, she became active in all levels of PTA and served on the boards of the United Way and the Girl Scouts of America. An opportunity came to work at City Hall, first in the Office of the City Clerk under Walter T. Welsh, then Finance and the Action Center. Her final service to the city came as Secretary to Mayor David L. Polsky. Through her mother, Gin started a romance with music beginning at the age of 6 with piano/organ/voice lessons. Over the years she sang for many weddings and funerals. One of her proudest moments was being asked to be Guest Soloist for the Women’s Missionary Union annual convention held in Kansas City when she was 14. With her parents, Gin toured 11 countries and 47 of the 50 states, including Alaska and Hawaii. August was the month dedicated to the family spending their summer vacation in Minnesota. When Corky retired, they bought a lake front property and spent twenty-five years of summers boating, fishing and entertaining family and friends. Farewell Services and Public Livestream 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Monday Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Online guestbook and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Virginia A. Cundiff  1932 - 2021

Christopher Foster, 60, KC, Mo. passed away on Dec. 11th, 2021 at his home. 

He was born July 10th, 1961 and lived most of his life in St. Joseph. He attended Lafayette High School and was a swimmer in his younger days. He enjoyed being outdoors, fishing, traveling around the US, and listening to his favorite music artist. He also was an avid video game player. He loved sharing stories about his adventures, and making people laugh.

Most of all, he loved his family. Especially spending time with his grandchildren. His smile, and wit will be truly missed. Chris was preceded in death by his parents: Linda and Mike Foster. Also by grandparents: Randy and Elsie Reno, and R.D. and Anna Marie Foster.

Survivors include son, Chris Foster; daughter, Anna Marie Bush (Mark). Grandchildren: Elias Bush,8 yrs, Artemis Bush,7 yrs, Analise Bush, 2 yrs, and Ava Bush, 3 mos. Brothers: Ray Foster (Sue), Steven Foster (Evelyn), Butch Foster, and Sister: Tamara Mobley, and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews.

Services will be held at Meierhoffer Funeral Home Jan. 7th. Visitation will start at Noon, and Memorial Service will start at 1p.m. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Christopher Foster, 60, KC, Mo. passed away on Dec. 11th, 2021 at his home. He was born July 10th, 1961 and lived most of his life in St. Joseph. He attended Lafayette High School and was a swimmer in his younger days. He enjoyed being outdoors, fishing, traveling around the US, and listening to his favorite music artist. He also was an avid video game player. He loved sharing stories about his adventures, and making people laugh. Most of all, he loved his family. Especially spending time with his grandchildren. His smile, and wit will be truly missed. Chris was preceded in death by his parents: Linda and Mike Foster. Also by grandparents: Randy and Elsie Reno, and R.D. and Anna Marie Foster. Survivors include son, Chris Foster; daughter, Anna Marie Bush (Mark). Grandchildren: Elias Bush,8 yrs, Artemis Bush,7 yrs, Analise Bush, 2 yrs, and Ava Bush, 3 mos. Brothers: Ray Foster (Sue), Steven Foster (Evelyn), Butch Foster, and Sister: Tamara Mobley, and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews. Services will be held at Meierhoffer Funeral Home Jan. 7th. Visitation will start at Noon, and Memorial Service will start at 1p.m. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Christopher M. Foster  1961 - 2021

Randy Orville Peterson 60, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Wednesday, December 29, 2021. 

He was born January 7, 1961 in St. Joseph, Missouri, son of the late Sylvia &amp; Orville Peterson. He worked as a welder. 

Randy was preceded in death by his parents, and a brother, Pete Peterson. 

Survivors include: daughters, Laura and Sylvia Peterson, a brother, Robbie Peterson, and two grandchildren: Tarquin Williams and Cherokee Young. 

The family will receive friends from 5-7:00 pm on Monday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Memorials are requested to the Randy Peterson Memorial Fund in care of the Rupp Funeral Home the online funeral fund at www.ruppfuneral.com, obituary press funeral fund.&nbsp;

Randy Orville Peterson 60, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Wednesday, December 29, 2021. He was born January 7, 1961 in St. Joseph, Missouri, son of the late Sylvia &amp; Orville Peterson. He worked as a welder. Randy was preceded in death by his parents, and a brother, Pete Peterson. Survivors include: daughters, Laura and Sylvia Peterson, a brother, Robbie Peterson, and two grandchildren: Tarquin Williams and Cherokee Young. The family will receive friends from 5-7:00 pm on Monday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Memorials are requested to the Randy Peterson Memorial Fund in care of the Rupp Funeral Home the online funeral fund at www.ruppfuneral.com, obituary press funeral fund.&nbsp;<figure>
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