Jennifer Lea Dohl, age 57, of Chicago, Illinois, died on May 17, 2022. 
She was born on October 6, 1964, in Lincoln, Kansas, the daughter of 
Herman and Arlene (Blase) Dohl. 
 She attended Bethlehem Lutheran Grade School in Sylvan Grove, KS, 
and graduated from Sylvan Unified High School in 1982. She attended 
Bethany College in Lindsborg, KS, and graduated with a BA degree in 
English Literature. In 1988, she went to work as a graduate assistant at
 Kansas State University, in Manhattan, KS, and studied Theatre 
Performance.
 Jennifer met her future husband, Donald Olsen, while at K-State. 
They were married on February 2, 2002 (02-02-02) at Emmaus Lutheran 
Church in Bonner Springs, KS, during an epic ice storm. However, their 
marriage was always warm. They celebrated their 20th wedding anniversary
 on February 2, 2022 (02-02-22).
 Jennifer worked for 27 years at a toy invention company in Chicago, 
IL. She was the office manager and served in many capacities. Jennifer 
enjoyed cooking and the entire family delighted in the wonderful parties
 she and Don hosted on their trips to Sylvan Grove. Events were always 
filled with good food, fellowship and a wide variety of their current 
favorite beers. They had a shared passion for motorcycle riding and went
 on numerous road trips. They put many miles on their Harley Davidson in
 the USA and also rode in Canada and Italy. They loved to travel and 
took several trips to Europe and a trip to Hawaii. Neither of them ever 
met a stranger and they made friends quickly in the pubs and bars they 
visited while traveling. Jennifer had a very generous spirit. Whether 
she was treating the nieces and nephews to the latest toys or the latest
 fashions, they always looked forward to her gifts. Jennifer especially 
enjoyed reading and always had boxes of books to lend or give to family 
and friends. 
 In July of 2021, Jennifer became ill with cancer. Despite a 
courageous fight, the cancer quickly overtook her body and life. After a
 brief period on hospice in Chicago, she traveled to Sylvan Grove for 
her remaining days. Don and Jennifer’s family thank Solomon Valley 
Hospice, Beloit, KS, for their compassionate care of Jennifer. Jennifer
 died in the family farmhouse surrounded by her loving husband, her 
family and closest friends.
 Jennifer was preceded in death by her parents, Herman and Arlene 
Dohl; infant sister, Erica Dohl; and older brother, Arthur Dohl; 
father-in-law, Fred D. Olsen; and Don’s half siblings, Mike Albright and
 Gay Cole.
 Jennifer is survived by her husband, Donald Olsen, of Chicago, IL; 
mother-in-law, Betty Olsen, of Rehoboth Beach, DE; Gerald (Barbara) 
Howard of Rehoboth Beach, DE; and Doris Duvall of Millsboro, DE. 
Sisters, Marjorie (Alfred) Aufdemberge of Lincoln, KS; Mary Dohl of 
Wichita, KS; Lorelei Dohl of Sylvan Grove, KS; brother, Edward Dohl of 
Sylvan Grove, KS; sister-in-law, Justine Dohl, of Sylvan Grove, KS. 
Also, nieces and nephews: Christopher (Kristi) Dohl of Netawaka, KS; 
Jason (Anne) Dohl of Sylvan Grove, KS; Chesley Dohl of San Diego, CA; 
Lyle Dohl of Los Angeles, CA; Madelyn (Devin) Henderson of Shawnee, KS; 
Esther (Eric) Spooner of Kansas City, MO; Megan (Charlie) Huehl of 
Sylvan Grove, KS; Ian (Alicia) Dohl of Russell, KS; Cedric (Bethany) 
Schofield of Kansas City, MO; Sophia Schofield of Sylvan Grove, KS; 
Genevieve Schofield of Kansas City, MO; Broderick Schofield of Kansas 
City, MO; Adelyn, Brayden, Felicity and Caitlyn Dohl of Sylvan Grove, 
KS; and Michael (Shannon) Ulrich of Senoia, GA. Also, great nieces and 
nephews: Braden, Kylie and Brantley Dohl; Valden, Vance and Tevis Dohl; 
Claire, Charlotte, Cambry, Elsie, Eva, Emmaus and Haven Henderson; 
Elizabeth Spooner; Codie and Cael Huehl; Kamryn and Krew Dohl. And she 
leaves behind extended family and many dear friends, including Kelli 
Wondra and Mike Spicer.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Jennifer Lea Dohl, age 57, of Chicago, Illinois, died on May 17, 2022. 
She was born on October 6, 1964, in Lincoln, Kansas, the daughter of 
Herman and Arlene (Blase) Dohl. 
 She attended Bethlehem Lutheran Grade School in Sylvan Grove, KS, 
and graduated from Sylvan Unified High School in 1982. She attended 
Bethany College in Lindsborg, KS, and graduated with a BA degree in 
English Literature. In 1988, she went to work as a graduate assistant at
 Kansas State University, in Manhattan, KS, and studied Theatre 
Performance.
 Jennifer met her future husband, Donald Olsen, while at K-State. 
They were married on February 2, 2002 (02-02-02) at Emmaus Lutheran 
Church in Bonner Springs, KS, during an epic ice storm. However, their 
marriage was always warm. They celebrated their 20th wedding anniversary
 on February 2, 2022 (02-02-22).
 Jennifer worked for 27 years at a toy invention company in Chicago, 
IL. She was the office manager and served in many capacities. Jennifer 
enjoyed cooking and the entire family delighted in the wonderful parties
 she and Don hosted on their trips to Sylvan Grove. Events were always 
filled with good food, fellowship and a wide variety of their current 
favorite beers. They had a shared passion for motorcycle riding and went
 on numerous road trips. They put many miles on their Harley Davidson in
 the USA and also rode in Canada and Italy. They loved to travel and 
took several trips to Europe and a trip to Hawaii. Neither of them ever 
met a stranger and they made friends quickly in the pubs and bars they 
visited while traveling. Jennifer had a very generous spirit. Whether 
she was treating the nieces and nephews to the latest toys or the latest
 fashions, they always looked forward to her gifts. Jennifer especially 
enjoyed reading and always had boxes of books to lend or give to family 
and friends. 
 In July of 2021, Jennifer became ill with cancer. Despite a 
courageous fight, the cancer quickly overtook her body and life. After a
 brief period on hospice in Chicago, she traveled to Sylvan Grove for 
her remaining days. Don and Jennifer’s family thank Solomon Valley 
Hospice, Beloit, KS, for their compassionate care of Jennifer. Jennifer
 died in the family farmhouse surrounded by her loving husband, her 
family and closest friends.
 Jennifer was preceded in death by her parents, Herman and Arlene 
Dohl; infant sister, Erica Dohl; and older brother, Arthur Dohl; 
father-in-law, Fred D. Olsen; and Don’s half siblings, Mike Albright and
 Gay Cole.
 Jennifer is survived by her husband, Donald Olsen, of Chicago, IL; 
mother-in-law, Betty Olsen, of Rehoboth Beach, DE; Gerald (Barbara) 
Howard of Rehoboth Beach, DE; and Doris Duvall of Millsboro, DE. 
Sisters, Marjorie (Alfred) Aufdemberge of Lincoln, KS; Mary Dohl of 
Wichita, KS; Lorelei Dohl of Sylvan Grove, KS; brother, Edward Dohl of 
Sylvan Grove, KS; sister-in-law, Justine Dohl, of Sylvan Grove, KS. 
Also, nieces and nephews: Christopher (Kristi) Dohl of Netawaka, KS; 
Jason (Anne) Dohl of Sylvan Grove, KS; Chesley Dohl of San Diego, CA; 
Lyle Dohl of Los Angeles, CA; Madelyn (Devin) Henderson of Shawnee, KS; 
Esther (Eric) Spooner of Kansas City, MO; Megan (Charlie) Huehl of 
Sylvan Grove, KS; Ian (Alicia) Dohl of Russell, KS; Cedric (Bethany) 
Schofield of Kansas City, MO; Sophia Schofield of Sylvan Grove, KS; 
Genevieve Schofield of Kansas City, MO; Broderick Schofield of Kansas 
City, MO; Adelyn, Brayden, Felicity and Caitlyn Dohl of Sylvan Grove, 
KS; and Michael (Shannon) Ulrich of Senoia, GA. Also, great nieces and 
nephews: Braden, Kylie and Brantley Dohl; Valden, Vance and Tevis Dohl; 
Claire, Charlotte, Cambry, Elsie, Eva, Emmaus and Haven Henderson; 
Elizabeth Spooner; Codie and Cael Huehl; Kamryn and Krew Dohl. And she 
leaves behind extended family and many dear friends, including Kelli 
Wondra and Mike Spicer.&nbsp;Click&nbsp;<a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/Jennifer-Lea-Dohl?obId=24874203#/celebrationWall">HERE</a>&nbsp;for service details.

Jennifer Lea Dohl

Robert “Rob” Elias, 51, of Valley Falls, KS died on Saturday, May 14th, 2022, due to an automobile accident on Kansas Highway 4, two miles north of Meriden, KS. Funeral services will be 10:00 am on Saturday, May 21st, 2022, at the Valley Falls High School, East Gym 700 Oak St, Valley Falls, KS with Fr. Lazar Carasala officiating. Burial will follow in the St. Ann’s Cemetery, Effingham, KS. A Rosary will be recited at 6:00 pm on Friday, May 20th, 2022, at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, with visitation to follow until 8:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, family request memorials to the Elias Children’s Education Fund and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences and remembrances to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com. Rob was born on October 7, 1970, in Atchison, KS the son of Donald D. “Grub” and Judy (Erpelding) Elias. He graduated from Atchison County Community High School in 1990. He attended the Northeast Kansas Area Vo-technical School completing the electrical program. Rob worked as a Master Electrician for the Goodyear Tire &amp; Rubber Company, Topeka, KS since June of 2007. He was a past member of the Lancaster Volunteer Fire Department, was a current member of the Steel Workers Local Union # 307, and enjoyed hunting, woodworking, classic cars including his 1971 Chevy. Rob was always attending his children’s sporting events and activities. He enjoyed watching the Valley Falls Dragons High School Baseball Team spending time with his family, including his nieces, nephews and great nephews. He was married to Carolyn Kearney on May 26, 2001. She survives of the home.

Additional survivors include a daughter, Quincie Elias, and a son, Denten Elias, both of the home, his mother, Judy Elias -Kramer, Cummings, KS, a sister, Michelle (John Hotham) Phillips, Atchison, KS, three sister-in-laws and two brother in laws, Godmother Janet Elias, Joplin, MO, and Godfather Ron Erpelding, Atchison, KS and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and four great nephews. 

His father, Grub Elias, brother Ed Elias , grandparents Alfred &amp; Rosemary Elias and Lawrence &amp; Catherine Erpelding, a brother in law preceded him in death.

Robert “Rob” Elias, 51, of Valley Falls, KS died on Saturday, May 14th, 2022, due to an automobile accident on Kansas Highway 4, two miles north of Meriden, KS. Funeral services will be 10:00 am on Saturday, May 21st, 2022, at the Valley Falls High School, East Gym 700 Oak St, Valley Falls, KS with Fr. Lazar Carasala officiating. Burial will follow in the St. Ann’s Cemetery, Effingham, KS. A Rosary will be recited at 6:00 pm on Friday, May 20th, 2022, at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, with visitation to follow until 8:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, family request memorials to the Elias Children’s Education Fund and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences and remembrances to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com. Rob was born on October 7, 1970, in Atchison, KS the son of Donald D. “Grub” and Judy (Erpelding) Elias. He graduated from Atchison County Community High School in 1990. He attended the Northeast Kansas Area Vo-technical School completing the electrical program. Rob worked as a Master Electrician for the Goodyear Tire &amp; Rubber Company, Topeka, KS since June of 2007. He was a past member of the Lancaster Volunteer Fire Department, was a current member of the Steel Workers Local Union # 307, and enjoyed hunting, woodworking, classic cars including his 1971 Chevy. Rob was always attending his children’s sporting events and activities. He enjoyed watching the Valley Falls Dragons High School Baseball Team spending time with his family, including his nieces, nephews and great nephews. He was married to Carolyn Kearney on May 26, 2001. She survives of the home. Additional survivors include a daughter, Quincie Elias, and a son, Denten Elias, both of the home, his mother, Judy Elias -Kramer, Cummings, KS, a sister, Michelle (John Hotham) Phillips, Atchison, KS, three sister-in-laws and two brother in laws, Godmother Janet Elias, Joplin, MO, and Godfather Ron Erpelding, Atchison, KS and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and four great nephews. His father, Grub Elias, brother Ed Elias , grandparents Alfred &amp; Rosemary Elias and Lawrence &amp; Catherine Erpelding, a brother in law preceded him in death.<figure>
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Robert Dean "Rob" Elias 1970 - 2022

Melva Louise Reinert, 97, of Joseph, MO passed away Saturday morning in her residence at Corby Place Retirement Community.

She was born January 29, 1925 and raised in the Savannah, MO area. 

When WWII broke out, Melva moved to California and became one of the many women who earned the title of “Rosie the Riveter” building the B-24 Liberator for the war effort. After the war, she returned to St. Joseph, MO.

On July 4, 1947, she married George H. Reinert and became a homemaker in the stone house he built for her. Melva was very active raising three children, making clothes and canning vegetables from their 2-acre “garden spot.” She made sure her kids learned how to play the piano while in grade school. As they grew up, she joined up with her sister-in-law Doris and sister Mary by enjoying work outside the home, sewing for Sun Garment Co.

Melva was preceded in death by her parents, W.E. Buie and Elsie (Kabel) Buie; siblings, Maxine Black, Virgil Buie, Mary Pinkerton-Kendall, and Doris Jean Duncan; her husband, George H. Reinert; her granddaughter, Stacey Bennett; and recently her son, Daniel J. Reinert.

She is survived by her daughter, Yvonna A. Wilson; daughter-in-law, Jean Gail Reinert; son, Michael G. and Chrisie L. Reinert. Melva also leaves behind many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

The family would like to thank Corby Place Senior Living and Traditions Hospice. Farewell Services and Public Livestream 11:00 A.M. Friday, St. Peter Lutheran Church. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends one hour prior to the service at the church.&nbsp;

Melva Louise Reinert, 97, of Joseph, MO passed away Saturday morning in her residence at Corby Place Retirement Community. She was born January 29, 1925 and raised in the Savannah, MO area. When WWII broke out, Melva moved to California and became one of the many women who earned the title of “Rosie the Riveter” building the B-24 Liberator for the war effort. After the war, she returned to St. Joseph, MO. On July 4, 1947, she married George H. Reinert and became a homemaker in the stone house he built for her. Melva was very active raising three children, making clothes and canning vegetables from their 2-acre “garden spot.” She made sure her kids learned how to play the piano while in grade school. As they grew up, she joined up with her sister-in-law Doris and sister Mary by enjoying work outside the home, sewing for Sun Garment Co. Melva was preceded in death by her parents, W.E. Buie and Elsie (Kabel) Buie; siblings, Maxine Black, Virgil Buie, Mary Pinkerton-Kendall, and Doris Jean Duncan; her husband, George H. Reinert; her granddaughter, Stacey Bennett; and recently her son, Daniel J. Reinert. She is survived by her daughter, Yvonna A. Wilson; daughter-in-law, Jean Gail Reinert; son, Michael G. and Chrisie L. Reinert. Melva also leaves behind many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank Corby Place Senior Living and Traditions Hospice. Farewell Services and Public Livestream 11:00 A.M. Friday, St. Peter Lutheran Church. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends one hour prior to the service at the church.&nbsp;<figure>
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Melva Louise Reinert 1925 - 2022

Elsie Virlea Smith, 15, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, May 13, 2022.

On January 1, 2007 she was born in Trenton, Missouri to Nathan Lee Smith, Jr. and Faith (Everall) Landry.

She was an incredibly involved student leader at Lafayette High School. Elsie was a member of JROTC, the volleyball and soccer teams, and played the flute in band. She had just earned 3 state awards for her metal working. Elsie was on staff with JROTC and had both compiled, and lead, the freshman drill team.

Elsie was a truly, genuinely happy, loving person. When she had time outside of school activities, she enjoyed camping and swimming with her family. She always had time for her family and liked to craft and paint with her siblings. Elsie positively impacted so many with her soft words and sweet, contagious smile.

She was preceded in death by maternal grandparents, John and Arletta (Sample) Everall; and paternal grandfather, Nathan Smith, Sr.

She is survived by her parents; siblings, Angelmae, Lily, Elijah, Chloe, Jasmine, Nate, Lucinda, Noah; grandmother, Saundra Smith; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family and many, many friends.

Farewell Services and Public Livestream 3:00 P.M. Friday, Wyatt Park Baptist Church. The family will gather with friends 4:30 to 8:00 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.

Elsie Virlea Smith, 15, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, May 13, 2022.On January 1, 2007 she was born in Trenton, Missouri to Nathan Lee Smith, Jr. and Faith (Everall) Landry.She was an incredibly involved student leader at Lafayette High School. Elsie was a member of JROTC, the volleyball and soccer teams, and played the flute in band. She had just earned 3 state awards for her metal working. Elsie was on staff with JROTC and had both compiled, and lead, the freshman drill team.Elsie was a truly, genuinely happy, loving person. When she had time outside of school activities, she enjoyed camping and swimming with her family. She always had time for her family and liked to craft and paint with her siblings. Elsie positively impacted so many with her soft words and sweet, contagious smile.She was preceded in death by maternal grandparents, John and Arletta (Sample) Everall; and paternal grandfather, Nathan Smith, Sr.She is survived by her parents; siblings, Angelmae, Lily, Elijah, Chloe, Jasmine, Nate, Lucinda, Noah; grandmother, Saundra Smith; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family and many, many friends.Farewell Services and Public Livestream 3:00 P.M. Friday, Wyatt Park Baptist Church. The family will gather with friends 4:30 to 8:00 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.<figure>
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Elsie Virlea Smith 2007 - 2022

Annette Kay (Schultz) Lantz, age 59, passed away at her home on May 10, 
2022. She was born the daughter of Richard &amp; Nola (Brown) Schultz 
at the Osborne County Memorial Hospital in Osborne, KS on April 13, 
1963. 
 She went to Lucas to school until she was in the 6th, 7th and 8th 
grade in Luray. She attended High School in Lucas during the time they 
were in the Russell, KS 407 District. She graduated the class of 1982. 
 After graduation she moved to Salina and worked for Tony’s Pizza 
Service for 34 years. While growing up she had the love of her dog and 
loved to ride horses. When her dad wanted to move cattle, he always 
came and got Annette to help him. 
 She met the love of her life Jerry Lantz and they got married 
February 25, 1983, in Salina, KS. They resided in Salina for 5 years 
until they moved outside of Salina where they had lived for 31 years. 
Jerry and Annette recently celebrated their 39th wedding anniversary. 
Jerry &amp; Annette spent their time together travelling, enjoying their
 houseboat, fishing and just spending time together with their pets.
 She was preceded in death by her brother Larry Schultz; her 
grandparents Ethel &amp; Walter Brown, Andrew &amp; Rozena Schultz; 
Parents in law George &amp; Florence Tuggle, Janet Anderson, Dennis 
Lantz, Roger Lantz, Mike Netahla.
 Annette is survived by her husband Jerry of the home; her parents 
Richard &amp; Nola Schultz of Lucas; a brother Lyle Schultz and his wife
 of Lucas; 2 nephews Skyler &amp; Ryan Schultz; 2 nieces Victoria 
Schultz &amp; Joanie (Brayden) Galliart of Garden City; brothers in law 
Gary Lantz of Lucas, Larry Wurzbacher of Atchison; Ray Wurzbacher of 
Florida; sisters in law Karen (Richard) Nelson of Lucas, Judy Heaton of 
Lucas, Debbie (Allen) Francis of Anthony.&nbsp;

Click <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/Annette-Kay-Lantz?obId=24840859#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Annette Kay (Schultz) Lantz, age 59, passed away at her home on May 10, 
2022. She was born the daughter of Richard &amp; Nola (Brown) Schultz 
at the Osborne County Memorial Hospital in Osborne, KS on April 13, 
1963. 
 She went to Lucas to school until she was in the 6th, 7th and 8th 
grade in Luray. She attended High School in Lucas during the time they 
were in the Russell, KS 407 District. She graduated the class of 1982. 
 After graduation she moved to Salina and worked for Tony’s Pizza 
Service for 34 years. While growing up she had the love of her dog and 
loved to ride horses. When her dad wanted to move cattle, he always 
came and got Annette to help him. 
 She met the love of her life Jerry Lantz and they got married 
February 25, 1983, in Salina, KS. They resided in Salina for 5 years 
until they moved outside of Salina where they had lived for 31 years. 
Jerry and Annette recently celebrated their 39th wedding anniversary. 
Jerry &amp; Annette spent their time together travelling, enjoying their
 houseboat, fishing and just spending time together with their pets.
 She was preceded in death by her brother Larry Schultz; her 
grandparents Ethel &amp; Walter Brown, Andrew &amp; Rozena Schultz; 
Parents in law George &amp; Florence Tuggle, Janet Anderson, Dennis 
Lantz, Roger Lantz, Mike Netahla.
 Annette is survived by her husband Jerry of the home; her parents 
Richard &amp; Nola Schultz of Lucas; a brother Lyle Schultz and his wife
 of Lucas; 2 nephews Skyler &amp; Ryan Schultz; 2 nieces Victoria 
Schultz &amp; Joanie (Brayden) Galliart of Garden City; brothers in law 
Gary Lantz of Lucas, Larry Wurzbacher of Atchison; Ray Wurzbacher of 
Florida; sisters in law Karen (Richard) Nelson of Lucas, Judy Heaton of 
Lucas, Debbie (Allen) Francis of Anthony.&nbsp;Click <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/Annette-Kay-Lantz?obId=24840859#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Annette Kay (Schultz) Lantz

Thelma Mae (McKee) Wilkins, 99, of St. Joseph, MO died May 12, 2022 at her home. 

She was born July 29, 1922 in Cosby, MO. Mrs. Wilkins graduated from Central High School. She had been actively involved in the family farm and dairy for over 50 years. Thelma was a member of Huffman United Methodist Church and the Guy Harden Sunday School Class. She was formerly a member of Clair United Methodist Church. She was also a member of the Platte Valley Community Club, Cosby Lions Club, and former member of the Cosby Chapter No. 145 Order of the Eastern Star. She was always active in United Methodist Women.

Mrs. Wilkins was preceded in death by her parents, Ernest J. and Hulda C. (Heinz) McKee. On April 14, 1946 she married Norman “Jim” Wilkins in St. Joseph, MO. He preceded her in death in 2007. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Dorothy Schneider; son-in-law, Ron Ueligger; and numerous sisters- and brothers-in-law.

She is survived by daughters, Carol Ueligger, Ronda (Bob) Everett, and Janet Collier (Russell Foster); grandchildren, Chris (Michelle) Whitmore, Bob (Jessie) Everett, Travis (Stacey) Ueligger, Tricia (Jeff) Turano, Shauna Collier, and Matthew (Amanda) Collier; great-grandchildren, Lanae, Alyse (Austen Couch), and Hannah Whitmore, Tucker, Oliver and Miles Everett, Alexa and Sophia Turano, Josh Collier and Harper Collier; great-great-grandson, Leon Couch.

Graveside Farewell Services and Interment 10:00 A.M. Monday, Memorial Park Cemetery.

Thelma Mae (McKee) Wilkins, 99, of St. Joseph, MO died May 12, 2022 at her home. She was born July 29, 1922 in Cosby, MO. Mrs. Wilkins graduated from Central High School. She had been actively involved in the family farm and dairy for over 50 years. Thelma was a member of Huffman United Methodist Church and the Guy Harden Sunday School Class. She was formerly a member of Clair United Methodist Church. She was also a member of the Platte Valley Community Club, Cosby Lions Club, and former member of the Cosby Chapter No. 145 Order of the Eastern Star. She was always active in United Methodist Women. Mrs. Wilkins was preceded in death by her parents, Ernest J. and Hulda C. (Heinz) McKee. On April 14, 1946 she married Norman “Jim” Wilkins in St. Joseph, MO. He preceded her in death in 2007. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Dorothy Schneider; son-in-law, Ron Ueligger; and numerous sisters- and brothers-in-law. She is survived by daughters, Carol Ueligger, Ronda (Bob) Everett, and Janet Collier (Russell Foster); grandchildren, Chris (Michelle) Whitmore, Bob (Jessie) Everett, Travis (Stacey) Ueligger, Tricia (Jeff) Turano, Shauna Collier, and Matthew (Amanda) Collier; great-grandchildren, Lanae, Alyse (Austen Couch), and Hannah Whitmore, Tucker, Oliver and Miles Everett, Alexa and Sophia Turano, Josh Collier and Harper Collier; great-great-grandson, Leon Couch. Graveside Farewell Services and Interment 10:00 A.M. Monday, Memorial Park Cemetery.<figure>
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Thelma M. Wilkins 1922 - 2022

Doris Jean (McBee) Cloninger passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 12, 2022.

Doris was born January 20, 1950 to Lloyd D. “Jack” McBee and Rosamond McBee of Cowgill, MO.

A loving wife to Charles L. Cloninger, married on December 24, 1971. They celebrated 50 years of marriage. He survives of the home. She was mother to five adopted children who survive her (Frank, Tony, Norma, Carrie and Tanya), and foster mother to more than 33 children through House of Samuel. Doris loved teaching. She taught adult education at the Western Reception, Diagnostic &amp; Correctional Center and then taught both children and adults at Webster Learning Center. She attended Life Church and loved praise, worship and prayer.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Jack and Rosamond McBee of Cowgill, MO; father- and mother-in-law, Sonny and Margaret Cloninger of Louisiana, MO; brother, William McBee of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

She is also survived by her sister, Vickie Posey of Ivy Bend, MO; 14 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; extended family and friends.

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

Doris Jean (McBee) Cloninger passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 12, 2022. Doris was born January 20, 1950 to Lloyd D. “Jack” McBee and Rosamond McBee of Cowgill, MO. A loving wife to Charles L. Cloninger, married on December 24, 1971. They celebrated 50 years of marriage. He survives of the home. She was mother to five adopted children who survive her (Frank, Tony, Norma, Carrie and Tanya), and foster mother to more than 33 children through House of Samuel. Doris loved teaching. She taught adult education at the Western Reception, Diagnostic &amp; Correctional Center and then taught both children and adults at Webster Learning Center. She attended Life Church and loved praise, worship and prayer. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jack and Rosamond McBee of Cowgill, MO; father- and mother-in-law, Sonny and Margaret Cloninger of Louisiana, MO; brother, William McBee of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She is also survived by her sister, Vickie Posey of Ivy Bend, MO; 14 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; extended family and friends. Farewell Services and Public Livestream 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.<figure>
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Doris Jean Cloninger 1950 - 2022

Randy Dwight Engle, 67, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, May 12, 2022.

On October 13, 1954 he was born in St. Joseph, Missouri to Albert and Bethine (Stufflebean) Engle.

He retired in 2007 from Tummunia Auto Group as General Manager after 35 years in the industry. Randy enjoyed selling cars, boating and spending time with his grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Jerry, Chester and Paul Engle; and nephew, Timothy.

Randy is survived of the home by his sister, Brenda Engle; nephew, Lonnie Engle; and niece, Brittney Anderson; sister-in-law, Janice Engle; ex-wife, Margo Engle; step-son, Shane O’Rourke; grandsons, Tyler and Blane; two great-granddaughters; numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Farewell Graveside Services 9:00 A.M. Friday, May 20, Leavenworth National Cemetery. Celebration of Life 2-4:00 P.M. Sunday, May 22, Knights of Columbus Hall, 4520 Mitchell, St. Joseph, Missouri.

Randy Dwight Engle, 67, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, May 12, 2022. On October 13, 1954 he was born in St. Joseph, Missouri to Albert and Bethine (Stufflebean) Engle. He retired in 2007 from Tummunia Auto Group as General Manager after 35 years in the industry. Randy enjoyed selling cars, boating and spending time with his grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Jerry, Chester and Paul Engle; and nephew, Timothy. Randy is survived of the home by his sister, Brenda Engle; nephew, Lonnie Engle; and niece, Brittney Anderson; sister-in-law, Janice Engle; ex-wife, Margo Engle; step-son, Shane O’Rourke; grandsons, Tyler and Blane; two great-granddaughters; numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Farewell Graveside Services 9:00 A.M. Friday, May 20, Leavenworth National Cemetery. Celebration of Life 2-4:00 P.M. Sunday, May 22, Knights of Columbus Hall, 4520 Mitchell, St. Joseph, Missouri.<figure>
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Randy Dwight Engle 1954 - 2022

Shirley Wilson, 87, Kansas City, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, May 11, 2022.

On December 29, 1934 she was born in Grant City, Missouri to Charles and Freida (Goff) Motsinger.

She earned her Masters in Education degree and taught at Webster University in Webster Groves, Missouri. Shirley will be remembered as a prolific reader.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and brother, Kensel Motsinger.

She is survived by her sons, Tal Wilson (Denise), Crispen Wilson (Emily) and Linden Wilson; grandchildren, Ruby, Ed and Nthabi; extended family and friends.

Shirley Wilson, 87, Kansas City, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, May 11, 2022. On December 29, 1934 she was born in Grant City, Missouri to Charles and Freida (Goff) Motsinger. She earned her Masters in Education degree and taught at Webster University in Webster Groves, Missouri. Shirley will be remembered as a prolific reader. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and brother, Kensel Motsinger. She is survived by her sons, Tal Wilson (Denise), Crispen Wilson (Emily) and Linden Wilson; grandchildren, Ruby, Ed and Nthabi; extended family and friends.<figure>
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Shirley Wilson 1934 - 2022

Craig Anthony Wright, 51, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, May 11, 2022.

He was born in St. Joseph, Missouri to James and Jeanette (Majeski) Wright. Craig enjoyed golfing, fishing, walking and being outdoors; he enjoyed helping others and painting houses; Papa Craig enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother Jeffrey Allen Wright.

He is survived by daughter, Ashley Wright; son, Bryan Wright; twin brother Greg Wright (Kimberly Ann); sister Jennifer Owsley (Dennis); grandchildren, Aubrey Ryan, Mason Ryan, Kinley Ryan and Jensen Wright; numerous nieces and nephews, family and friends.

Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Monday, Copeland Baptist Church. The family will gather with friends one hour prior to the service.

Craig Anthony Wright, 51, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, May 11, 2022. He was born in St. Joseph, Missouri to James and Jeanette (Majeski) Wright. Craig enjoyed golfing, fishing, walking and being outdoors; he enjoyed helping others and painting houses; Papa Craig enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother Jeffrey Allen Wright. He is survived by daughter, Ashley Wright; son, Bryan Wright; twin brother Greg Wright (Kimberly Ann); sister Jennifer Owsley (Dennis); grandchildren, Aubrey Ryan, Mason Ryan, Kinley Ryan and Jensen Wright; numerous nieces and nephews, family and friends. Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Monday, Copeland Baptist Church. The family will gather with friends one hour prior to the service.<figure>
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Craig Anthony Wright 1971 - 2022

Wathena, Kansas -&nbsp; Almeda H. (Ruark) Redmond, 83, of Wathena, Kansas passed away Wednesday, May 11, 2022, at the Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph, Missouri.

Almeda was born on October 26, 1938, in Sparks, Kansas to Harvey and Ruby (Fimple) Ruark.

She graduated from Dekalb High School in 1956. Almeda started her career as a telephone operator, and working for Quaker Oats for over 10 years, then was able to stay home as a housewife. She was a member of the of the First Baptist Church, Wathena. She enjoyed playing her piano all her life, including playing for the Elwood Assembly of God Church in Elwood. She most of all loved being with her family, being at church and helping others.

Almeda married Larry Dean Redmond on June 7, 1963, in St. Joseph, Missouri. He preceded her in death on May 17, 2021. She was also preceded in death by her parents.

Survivors: son, Larry Redmond II (Jeane’). Basehor, Kansas. Daughter, Renee Clary (Jeff), Troy, Kansas. Grandchildren, Bailey Freeman (Adam), Brooke Scott (Matt), Amanda Dekeen (Jared), and Aimee Clary. Sisters, Valeda Peters, and Norma Gabriel (Stanley) both of Agency, Missouri Brother, Harvey Ruark Jr. (Becky), Dekalb, Missouri. Numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral Service: 11:00 A.M. Saturday, May 14, 2022 at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Wathena, Kansas.

Visitation: 6-8 Friday evening at the funeral home, where friends may call after 12 noon Friday.

Burial: Bellemont Cemetery, Wathena, Kansas.

Wathena, Kansas -&nbsp; Almeda H. (Ruark) Redmond, 83, of Wathena, Kansas passed away Wednesday, May 11, 2022, at the Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph, Missouri.Almeda was born on October 26, 1938, in Sparks, Kansas to Harvey and Ruby (Fimple) Ruark.She graduated from Dekalb High School in 1956. Almeda started her career as a telephone operator, and working for Quaker Oats for over 10 years, then was able to stay home as a housewife. She was a member of the of the First Baptist Church, Wathena. She enjoyed playing her piano all her life, including playing for the Elwood Assembly of God Church in Elwood. She most of all loved being with her family, being at church and helping others.Almeda married Larry Dean Redmond on June 7, 1963, in St. Joseph, Missouri. He preceded her in death on May 17, 2021. She was also preceded in death by her parents.Survivors: son, Larry Redmond II (Jeane’). Basehor, Kansas. Daughter, Renee Clary (Jeff), Troy, Kansas. Grandchildren, Bailey Freeman (Adam), Brooke Scott (Matt), Amanda Dekeen (Jared), and Aimee Clary. Sisters, Valeda Peters, and Norma Gabriel (Stanley) both of Agency, Missouri Brother, Harvey Ruark Jr. (Becky), Dekalb, Missouri. Numerous nieces and nephews.Funeral Service: 11:00 A.M. Saturday, May 14, 2022 at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Wathena, Kansas.Visitation: 6-8 Friday evening at the funeral home, where friends may call after 12 noon Friday.Burial: Bellemont Cemetery, Wathena, Kansas.<figure>
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Almeda H. Redmond 1938 - 2022

Rose Ann Poland Rice, 70, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, May 9, 2022 after her battle with cancer.

She was born in Savannah, Missouri to Otto and Roberta (Bush) Poland on April 2, 1952. She graduated from Savannah Senior High in 1971. Rose married Stanley Robin Rice on September 14, 1973. They had two children, Derek and Kasey.

She loved being outside planting flowers, fishing and mushroom hunting until macular degeneration left her blind. Then listening to birds and hummingbirds.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and three sisters, Pat, Vada and Mary.

She is survived by her husband of nearly fifty years, Stanley; children, Derek Rice, Kasey Rice (Lucas Pace); grandchildren, Dylan, Zanaya, Brody, Lilly, Aliyah, Conner and Dodge; brothers, Jim, Perry, Ronnie, Davey and Johnny; numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Prior to her death, Rose wrote the following messages; Thanks to family for being with me; a special thanks to niece Diana for always being there for me; Cindy for the many prayers; my dear friend Sandy for getting me through some rough times, I will miss you dearly, but will meet you again one day; and most of all God for being in my life. I hope everyone will give to cancer research because cancer sucks.

Farewell Services and Public Livestream 3:00 P.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. The family will gather with friends one hour prior to the service, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.

Rose Ann Poland Rice, 70, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, May 9, 2022 after her battle with cancer. She was born in Savannah, Missouri to Otto and Roberta (Bush) Poland on April 2, 1952. She graduated from Savannah Senior High in 1971. Rose married Stanley Robin Rice on September 14, 1973. They had two children, Derek and Kasey. She loved being outside planting flowers, fishing and mushroom hunting until macular degeneration left her blind. Then listening to birds and hummingbirds. She was preceded in death by her parents; and three sisters, Pat, Vada and Mary. She is survived by her husband of nearly fifty years, Stanley; children, Derek Rice, Kasey Rice (Lucas Pace); grandchildren, Dylan, Zanaya, Brody, Lilly, Aliyah, Conner and Dodge; brothers, Jim, Perry, Ronnie, Davey and Johnny; numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Prior to her death, Rose wrote the following messages; Thanks to family for being with me; a special thanks to niece Diana for always being there for me; Cindy for the many prayers; my dear friend Sandy for getting me through some rough times, I will miss you dearly, but will meet you again one day; and most of all God for being in my life. I hope everyone will give to cancer research because cancer sucks. Farewell Services and Public Livestream 3:00 P.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. The family will gather with friends one hour prior to the service, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.<figure>
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Rose Ann Poland Rice 1952 - 2022

John S. Eshnaur, 79, Stuart, Florida, passed away Friday, April 29, 2022. Raised in Kansas City, Missouri, John had been a Florida resident for over 35 years, coming from Port Barre, LA.

On April 11, 1943 he was born in Kansas City, Missouri to W. Scott and Helen (Wycoff) Eshnaur.

John served in the United States Navy aboard the USS Independence CV-62 during the Cuban Missile Crisis. After his military service, he was a telecommunication engineer. He was a proud member of the American Legion and avid Kansas City Chiefs fan.

He was preceded in death by wife, Carol Rae (Dahm) Eshnaur; his parents Scott and Helen; and one sister Joyce Mellies.

He is survived by two daughters, Elizabeth Freyaldenhoven (Dana) of Conway, AR and Carrie Ladley (Doug) of Stuart; five grandsons Dylan Guillory (Amber) of Lafayette LA, James Eshnaur of Stuart FL, Kadence Leger of Stuart FL, Larami Eshnaur of Jacksonville FL, and Shannon Ladley of Stuart FL; three granddaughters Dakota Dedon of Stuart FL, Delaney Hathcock (TJ) of Conway AR, and Connor Ladley of Stuart; three great-grandchildren, Harley, Waylon, and Victoria; two sisters Dona Rake of Independence MO and Sheryl Gruen of Abilene KS.

Graveside Services and Interment, 1:00 P.M., Sunday, May 15, Mount Auburn Cemetery. The family will gather with friends one hour prior to the service, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.

John S. Eshnaur, 79, Stuart, Florida, passed away Friday, April 29, 2022. Raised in Kansas City, Missouri, John had been a Florida resident for over 35 years, coming from Port Barre, LA. On April 11, 1943 he was born in Kansas City, Missouri to W. Scott and Helen (Wycoff) Eshnaur. John served in the United States Navy aboard the USS Independence CV-62 during the Cuban Missile Crisis. After his military service, he was a telecommunication engineer. He was a proud member of the American Legion and avid Kansas City Chiefs fan. He was preceded in death by wife, Carol Rae (Dahm) Eshnaur; his parents Scott and Helen; and one sister Joyce Mellies. He is survived by two daughters, Elizabeth Freyaldenhoven (Dana) of Conway, AR and Carrie Ladley (Doug) of Stuart; five grandsons Dylan Guillory (Amber) of Lafayette LA, James Eshnaur of Stuart FL, Kadence Leger of Stuart FL, Larami Eshnaur of Jacksonville FL, and Shannon Ladley of Stuart FL; three granddaughters Dakota Dedon of Stuart FL, Delaney Hathcock (TJ) of Conway AR, and Connor Ladley of Stuart; three great-grandchildren, Harley, Waylon, and Victoria; two sisters Dona Rake of Independence MO and Sheryl Gruen of Abilene KS. Graveside Services and Interment, 1:00 P.M., Sunday, May 15, Mount Auburn Cemetery. The family will gather with friends one hour prior to the service, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.<figure>
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John S. Eshnaur 1943 - 2022

Frances M. Gregory, 93, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, May 9, 2022.

She was born on June 16, 1928 in St. Joseph, Missouri to Otto and Margaret (Robbins) Brewer.

She married Joseph A. Gregory on June 4, 1949. He precedes her in death. Frances worked at Whitaker Cable for many years, then retired from H.D. Lee in 1990.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; daughter, Janice; and siblings, Donald and Jerry Brewer, Norma Webster, and Rosalea Barker.

She is survived by her son, Donald Gregory (Debbie); grandchildren, D.J. Gregory (Jessica); great-grandchildren, Hailey Ames (Clinton); numerous nieces and nephews.

Farewell Services and Public Livestream 3:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. The family will gather with friends one hour prior to the service.

Frances M. Gregory, 93, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, May 9, 2022. She was born on June 16, 1928 in St. Joseph, Missouri to Otto and Margaret (Robbins) Brewer. She married Joseph A. Gregory on June 4, 1949. He precedes her in death. Frances worked at Whitaker Cable for many years, then retired from H.D. Lee in 1990. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; daughter, Janice; and siblings, Donald and Jerry Brewer, Norma Webster, and Rosalea Barker. She is survived by her son, Donald Gregory (Debbie); grandchildren, D.J. Gregory (Jessica); great-grandchildren, Hailey Ames (Clinton); numerous nieces and nephews. Farewell Services and Public Livestream 3:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. The family will gather with friends one hour prior to the service.<figure>
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Frances M. Gregory 1928 - 2022

Berniece Leone Bishop was born in rural Melrose,Wisconsin to Norwegian-American parents Leonard Johnson and Nina Danielson Johnson April 20,1933. 

She was in the exact middle of 9 siblings and attended Sunnyside School, a one-room classroom combined with grades 1-8 in rural Blair, Wisconsin. She was a member of the 4H Club, played the French Horn in the school band and graduated with honors at Central High School in Duluth, Minnesota.

After discovering Jazz in her late teens she traveled to Milwaukee, Chicago and Cleveland to see live performances by Duke Ellington, Ella Fitzgerald, Anita Day, Eddy Condon, Xavier Cugat and later with friends founded The Duke Ellington Fan Club, which allowed her to sit at his table in an underground club in Chicago. She said “I was allowed in the Black nightclubs where I was treated like a queen. It was considered illegal to be there, but I’m glad I was not afraid of anything. People who like Jazz are different, you know. Music and dance were always the bottom line in my life”. She danced to live performances by Glen Miller, Mitch Miller and Ray Anthony.

Working for a magazine distributing company allowed her to travel to different cities selling Life Magazine. Later she relocated to California where she met her future husband E. Terry Bishop who would be the father of her four children. After years of traveling the U.S. they settled in his birth city St. Joseph, Missouri where she has lived for 54 years. She was a devoted mother to her children and grandchildren.

Her passions were gardening, with an emphasis on tulips and vegetables, sewing, cooking, baking, dancing, vintage films and Jazz. She loved Mardi Gras, St. Patrick’s Day, Mother’s Day and Christmas. She danced the Polish Hop, Polka, Rumba, Samba and the Cha Cha. Always active in her community she worked as a window decorator, volunteered with disabled children, volunteered at Green Acres, was a member of the Moila “Sewing Club” for children’s toys, was a P.T.A. officer for Mark Twain School, and a member of the Albrecht Kemper Museum of Art and the St. Joseph Museum system.

She was a member of First Lutheran Church. For 17 years (beginning in 1974) she worked at Peach Tree in Inventory Control. For 20 years she worked as a Bookkeeper for Electronic Alarm Devices.

She is preceded in death by her daughter Kelley Diane Bishop and her granddaughter Megan Becktell Kastendeick.

Her children are Jacqueline Bishop (Herbert Halpern), New Orleans; Lorelei Becktell (Robert Becktell) Houston; Dennis Bishop, Houston and six grandchildren, Hannah, Madison, and Mason Becktell, Dane and Cole Halpern (Courtney), and Dr. Nina Bishop and 5 great-grandchildren. Her siblings are Victor Johnson (Jean), Fern Durbin and Elizabeth Zurbuchen with many nieces and nephews.

Special gratitude goes to Kenny and Janet Ruff, Doug Paden, and St. Joseph Senior Living, and Meierhoffer Funeral Home&amp; Crematory. Burial will be at the family cemetery at North Beaver Creek Lutheran Church Cemetery in Ettrick, Wisconsin.

Berniece Leone Bishop was born in rural Melrose,Wisconsin to Norwegian-American parents Leonard Johnson and Nina Danielson Johnson April 20,1933. She was in the exact middle of 9 siblings and attended Sunnyside School, a one-room classroom combined with grades 1-8 in rural Blair, Wisconsin. She was a member of the 4H Club, played the French Horn in the school band and graduated with honors at Central High School in Duluth, Minnesota. After discovering Jazz in her late teens she traveled to Milwaukee, Chicago and Cleveland to see live performances by Duke Ellington, Ella Fitzgerald, Anita Day, Eddy Condon, Xavier Cugat and later with friends founded The Duke Ellington Fan Club, which allowed her to sit at his table in an underground club in Chicago. She said “I was allowed in the Black nightclubs where I was treated like a queen. It was considered illegal to be there, but I’m glad I was not afraid of anything. People who like Jazz are different, you know. Music and dance were always the bottom line in my life”. She danced to live performances by Glen Miller, Mitch Miller and Ray Anthony. Working for a magazine distributing company allowed her to travel to different cities selling Life Magazine. Later she relocated to California where she met her future husband E. Terry Bishop who would be the father of her four children. After years of traveling the U.S. they settled in his birth city St. Joseph, Missouri where she has lived for 54 years. She was a devoted mother to her children and grandchildren. Her passions were gardening, with an emphasis on tulips and vegetables, sewing, cooking, baking, dancing, vintage films and Jazz. She loved Mardi Gras, St. Patrick’s Day, Mother’s Day and Christmas. She danced the Polish Hop, Polka, Rumba, Samba and the Cha Cha. Always active in her community she worked as a window decorator, volunteered with disabled children, volunteered at Green Acres, was a member of the Moila “Sewing Club” for children’s toys, was a P.T.A. officer for Mark Twain School, and a member of the Albrecht Kemper Museum of Art and the St. Joseph Museum system. She was a member of First Lutheran Church. For 17 years (beginning in 1974) she worked at Peach Tree in Inventory Control. For 20 years she worked as a Bookkeeper for Electronic Alarm Devices. She is preceded in death by her daughter Kelley Diane Bishop and her granddaughter Megan Becktell Kastendeick. Her children are Jacqueline Bishop (Herbert Halpern), New Orleans; Lorelei Becktell (Robert Becktell) Houston; Dennis Bishop, Houston and six grandchildren, Hannah, Madison, and Mason Becktell, Dane and Cole Halpern (Courtney), and Dr. Nina Bishop and 5 great-grandchildren. Her siblings are Victor Johnson (Jean), Fern Durbin and Elizabeth Zurbuchen with many nieces and nephews. Special gratitude goes to Kenny and Janet Ruff, Doug Paden, and St. Joseph Senior Living, and Meierhoffer Funeral Home&amp; Crematory. Burial will be at the family cemetery at North Beaver Creek Lutheran Church Cemetery in Ettrick, Wisconsin.<figure>
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Berniece Leone (Johnson) Bishop 1933 - 2022

Lonnie Franklin Fetters Jr. born March 21, 1939, passed away on May 7, 2022.

He leaves behind a wife, Lois of 64 years, 4 children, Debbie, Karen, Gary and Rod. Lonnie also has 7 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.

Lonnie made a career of driving a ready mix truck in St. Joseph. Most of his time behind the wheel was with Feeney’s Ready mix and Builders Choice concrete. If you have a concrete driveway, there is a good possibility that Lonnie delivered it. Lonnie was an avid collector of John Wayne memorabilia and diecast metal trucks.

Farewell Services and Public Livestream 10:00 A.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.

Lonnie Franklin Fetters Jr. born March 21, 1939, passed away on May 7, 2022. He leaves behind a wife, Lois of 64 years, 4 children, Debbie, Karen, Gary and Rod. Lonnie also has 7 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Lonnie made a career of driving a ready mix truck in St. Joseph. Most of his time behind the wheel was with Feeney’s Ready mix and Builders Choice concrete. If you have a concrete driveway, there is a good possibility that Lonnie delivered it. Lonnie was an avid collector of John Wayne memorabilia and diecast metal trucks. Farewell Services and Public Livestream 10:00 A.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.<figure>
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Lonnie F. Fetters 1939 - 2022

"Vickie" Evans, 67, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away in her home on May 7, 2022 surrounded by her family.

She was born March 21, 1955 in St. Joseph to Clyde "Pete" Heckel and Patricia "Pat" (Srite) Heckel.

Vickie married Walter Evans on April 29, 1977. They just celebrated their 45th Wedding Anniversary. He survives of the home.

Vickie was adored by all who knew her, especially the many youngsters she provided care for over the years including her six grandchildren. Vickie dedicated her life to nurturing and caring for children. Starting with the raising her three children, to then working as a care provider at Mother’s Day Out at Ashland Methodist Church for many years. She was most recently providing childcare with her sister Shelly for the past 8 years. She also had a soft spot for her fur-babies, aka the family dogs. Even with her grand dogs, she was the favorite. Vickie never aspired for material things; she did however appreciate a sweet treat any time she could sneak one. Most people will remember Vickie as a calm natured, loving friend and family member. Her family will keep the best parts of her in their hearts forever.

Vickie defied odds in battling MS for over 30 years. It rarely slowed her down, and she never complained. She conquered breast cancer 3 years ago and had been in remission until just a few weeks ago, when it was discovered the cancer had come back and left no corner untouched.

She was preceded in death by her parents Clyde "Pete" Heckel and Patricia "Pat" (Srite) Heckel. 

She is survived by her husband, Walt; children, Erin (Mike) Green, Kyle (Cari) Evans, and Tera Evans; grandchildren, Zoey and Jaxson Evans, Lane and Avery Derr, Remi and Lincoln Green; siblings, David (Paula) Heckel, Shelley Obermier, Danny (Sharon) Heckel.

"Vickie" Evans, 67, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away in her home on May 7, 2022 surrounded by her family. She was born March 21, 1955 in St. Joseph to Clyde "Pete" Heckel and Patricia "Pat" (Srite) Heckel. Vickie married Walter Evans on April 29, 1977. They just celebrated their 45th Wedding Anniversary. He survives of the home. Vickie was adored by all who knew her, especially the many youngsters she provided care for over the years including her six grandchildren. Vickie dedicated her life to nurturing and caring for children. Starting with the raising her three children, to then working as a care provider at Mother’s Day Out at Ashland Methodist Church for many years. She was most recently providing childcare with her sister Shelly for the past 8 years. She also had a soft spot for her fur-babies, aka the family dogs. Even with her grand dogs, she was the favorite. Vickie never aspired for material things; she did however appreciate a sweet treat any time she could sneak one. Most people will remember Vickie as a calm natured, loving friend and family member. Her family will keep the best parts of her in their hearts forever. Vickie defied odds in battling MS for over 30 years. It rarely slowed her down, and she never complained. She conquered breast cancer 3 years ago and had been in remission until just a few weeks ago, when it was discovered the cancer had come back and left no corner untouched. She was preceded in death by her parents Clyde "Pete" Heckel and Patricia "Pat" (Srite) Heckel. She is survived by her husband, Walt; children, Erin (Mike) Green, Kyle (Cari) Evans, and Tera Evans; grandchildren, Zoey and Jaxson Evans, Lane and Avery Derr, Remi and Lincoln Green; siblings, David (Paula) Heckel, Shelley Obermier, Danny (Sharon) Heckel.<figure>
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Victoria Ann "Vickie" Evans 1955 - 2022

Mary Lou Hamilton (Schmidt), 84 of Atoka, Tennessee, passed away on the morning of April 20, 2022, in Millington, TN., after a long battle with kidney disease. 

Mary Lou was born on January 20, 1938, in St. Joseph, Missouri, to Richard Lee and Lou Jane (Martin) Schmidt. She was raised in Topeka, Kansas. After graduating from Topeka High, she attended Washburn University and the University of Kansas becoming a lifelong supporter of Kansas Basketball. She was delighted to watch Kansas beat those Tar Heels and win another national championship this year. Her first husband was Charles L. Heard with whom she had three children.

Mary Lou married William D. “Bill” Hamilton in Las Vegas on February 5, 1982. He survives her at their home in Atoka, TN. During their 40 years together, they traveled extensively for both work and pleasure. She visited every state (except Hawaii), Canada, Germany, France, Italy, Switzerland, Holland, Czech Republic, Austria, Slovakia, Hungry, and Mexico to name a few. She lived in Missouri, Kansas (4), Indiana, Texas, Florida (2), Oklahoma (3), Arizona (8), New York (2), California (4), and Tennessee. She complained to her friend, Mike, in Roseville, California, that she had no roots – he gave her a jar full of roots that she treasured and carried with her for the last 30 years.

Above all else, Mary Lou loved her family. The highlight of her day was visiting with one of her children or grandchildren on the phone. She was an outstanding cook and would spend hours in the kitchen preparing an evening meal. She used recipes as a guide – but always added or changed a few things to make the dish something special. During her last few weeks in the nursing home, she watched the food channel and wrote down recipes she planned to cook for her husband when she came home. Mary Lou was a long-time member of a 12-Step Fellowship with continuous sobriety from February 16, 1977, until her passing. During those 45 years she reached out to scores of young women and a few men showing them, by the power of her example, how to obtain lasting sobriety and profoundly change their own lives. She leaves behind a cadre of women scattered across the country from New York to California to carry on her mission and she will be forever missed by all those whose lives she has touched along the way.

Mary Lou was preceded in death by her parents and her lifelong friend of 83 years, Melissa Griffin.

Survivors include her husband, Bill; sons, Charles L. Heard, Jr. (Elke), Richard M. Heard (Leslie); daughter Melissa J. Ward (Wade); grandchildren, Caroline Whittaker (Travis), Garrett Ward, Charles L. Heard, III, Melissa Heard, Sam Ward (Hannah), and Brooks Heard. Mary Lou was and will always be the love of Bill’s life.

Graveside Services and Inurnment 4:00 P.M. Sunday, May 22, Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends one hour prior to the service, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.

Mary Lou Hamilton (Schmidt), 84 of Atoka, Tennessee, passed away on the morning of April 20, 2022, in Millington, TN., after a long battle with kidney disease. Mary Lou was born on January 20, 1938, in St. Joseph, Missouri, to Richard Lee and Lou Jane (Martin) Schmidt. She was raised in Topeka, Kansas. After graduating from Topeka High, she attended Washburn University and the University of Kansas becoming a lifelong supporter of Kansas Basketball. She was delighted to watch Kansas beat those Tar Heels and win another national championship this year. Her first husband was Charles L. Heard with whom she had three children. Mary Lou married William D. “Bill” Hamilton in Las Vegas on February 5, 1982. He survives her at their home in Atoka, TN. During their 40 years together, they traveled extensively for both work and pleasure. She visited every state (except Hawaii), Canada, Germany, France, Italy, Switzerland, Holland, Czech Republic, Austria, Slovakia, Hungry, and Mexico to name a few. She lived in Missouri, Kansas (4), Indiana, Texas, Florida (2), Oklahoma (3), Arizona (8), New York (2), California (4), and Tennessee. She complained to her friend, Mike, in Roseville, California, that she had no roots – he gave her a jar full of roots that she treasured and carried with her for the last 30 years. Above all else, Mary Lou loved her family. The highlight of her day was visiting with one of her children or grandchildren on the phone. She was an outstanding cook and would spend hours in the kitchen preparing an evening meal. She used recipes as a guide – but always added or changed a few things to make the dish something special. During her last few weeks in the nursing home, she watched the food channel and wrote down recipes she planned to cook for her husband when she came home. Mary Lou was a long-time member of a 12-Step Fellowship with continuous sobriety from February 16, 1977, until her passing. During those 45 years she reached out to scores of young women and a few men showing them, by the power of her example, how to obtain lasting sobriety and profoundly change their own lives. She leaves behind a cadre of women scattered across the country from New York to California to carry on her mission and she will be forever missed by all those whose lives she has touched along the way. Mary Lou was preceded in death by her parents and her lifelong friend of 83 years, Melissa Griffin. Survivors include her husband, Bill; sons, Charles L. Heard, Jr. (Elke), Richard M. Heard (Leslie); daughter Melissa J. Ward (Wade); grandchildren, Caroline Whittaker (Travis), Garrett Ward, Charles L. Heard, III, Melissa Heard, Sam Ward (Hannah), and Brooks Heard. Mary Lou was and will always be the love of Bill’s life. Graveside Services and Inurnment 4:00 P.M. Sunday, May 22, Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends one hour prior to the service, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.<figure>
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Mary Lou Hamilton 1938 - 2022

Jeffry Lynn Shackelford Sr., 80, of Elwood, Kansas, passed away Thursday, May 5, 2022, at the Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph, Missouri.&nbsp;

Jeff was born on May 31, 1941, in St. Joseph, Missouri to Harold P. and Josephine H. (Ezzell) Shackelford.&nbsp;

He graduated from Elwood High School in 1959 where he excelled in many sports. He was a member of the Elwood United Community Church. Jeff worked for Wonder Bread. He was a cake man who loved twinkies. He held other varies jobs until retiring from Herzog. Jeff was an avid golfer and loved hunting mushrooms. &nbsp;

Jeff married Patricia Pape in September of 1961 in Troy, Kansas. She survives of the home.&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his parents, Harold Shackelford and Josephine Shackelford Bruce, Ron “Skip” Shackelford, Paul Shackelford Jr.&nbsp;

Additional survivors: children, Jeffry Jr. Shackelford (Megan), Steve Shackelford and Angie Lebron.&nbsp;Numerous grandchildren, a plethora of great-grandchildren and a handful of great-great-grandchildren. Brother, Robert E. Shackelford (Gracie).&nbsp;Sister, Tegwin A. Foster (Larry).&nbsp;Many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.&nbsp;

Funeral Service: 1:30 P.M. Tuesday, May 10, 2022 at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Wathena, Kansas.&nbsp;

Visitation: 6-8 Monday evening at the funeral home. Friends may call after 12 noon Monday.&nbsp;

Burial: Bellemont Cemetery, Wathena, Kansas.&nbsp;

Memorials: Eleanor’s Pantry or the Elwood United Community Church.&nbsp;

Jeffry Lynn Shackelford Sr., 80, of Elwood, Kansas, passed away Thursday, May 5, 2022, at the Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph, Missouri.&nbsp;Jeff was born on May 31, 1941, in St. Joseph, Missouri to Harold P. and Josephine H. (Ezzell) Shackelford.&nbsp;He graduated from Elwood High School in 1959 where he excelled in many sports. He was a member of the Elwood United Community Church. Jeff worked for Wonder Bread. He was a cake man who loved twinkies. He held other varies jobs until retiring from Herzog. Jeff was an avid golfer and loved hunting mushrooms. &nbsp;Jeff married Patricia Pape in September of 1961 in Troy, Kansas. She survives of the home.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents, Harold Shackelford and Josephine Shackelford Bruce, Ron “Skip” Shackelford, Paul Shackelford Jr.&nbsp;Additional survivors: children, Jeffry Jr. Shackelford (Megan), Steve Shackelford and Angie Lebron.&nbsp;Numerous grandchildren, a plethora of great-grandchildren and a handful of great-great-grandchildren. Brother, Robert E. Shackelford (Gracie).&nbsp;Sister, Tegwin A. Foster (Larry).&nbsp;Many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.&nbsp;Funeral Service: 1:30 P.M. Tuesday, May 10, 2022 at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Wathena, Kansas.&nbsp;Visitation: 6-8 Monday evening at the funeral home. Friends may call after 12 noon Monday.&nbsp;Burial: Bellemont Cemetery, Wathena, Kansas.&nbsp;Memorials: Eleanor’s Pantry or the Elwood United Community Church.&nbsp;<figure>
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Jeffry Lynn Shackelford 1941 - 2022

Ronald A. Thomas, Sr. 75, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, April 30, 2022.

He was born January 3, 1947 in St. Joseph to Edgar and Guyetta (Overstreet) Thomas. He grew up in St. Joseph, graduating from Benton High School.

Ron proudly served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. He married Bobbie Jean Jordan on August 21, 1971. They later divorced. He worked in Charlotte, North Carolina in the textile industry for 25 years. He moved back to St. Joseph in 1999, where he worked at American Walnut and then at the Western Reception, Diagnostic &amp; Correctional Center. An avid photographer, he also ran a photography business, Capture the Moment. Ron had a deep love for music, which he put to use playing guitar in the church band at the former First Baptist Mount Union Church. He also loved to fish and was very mechanically inclined, which led him to work on cars often. He was very sentimental as well, a good gift-giver with a good heart who gave from the soul.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and brothers, Eddie, Harold, and LeRoy Thomas.

He is survived by his son, Ronald Allen Thomas, Jr. (Danika); daughter, Kelsey Potts; granddaughter, Jordan Thomas; sisters, Elaine Carriger, Linda Henderson, and Kim Carriger; brother, Andre Carriger, former wife, Bobbie Jean Thomas; longtime friend and caregiver, Steve Ross; numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

A Celebration of Life is planned for a later date. Arrangements under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Ronald A. Thomas, Sr. 75, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, April 30, 2022. He was born January 3, 1947 in St. Joseph to Edgar and Guyetta (Overstreet) Thomas. He grew up in St. Joseph, graduating from Benton High School. Ron proudly served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. He married Bobbie Jean Jordan on August 21, 1971. They later divorced. He worked in Charlotte, North Carolina in the textile industry for 25 years. He moved back to St. Joseph in 1999, where he worked at American Walnut and then at the Western Reception, Diagnostic &amp; Correctional Center. An avid photographer, he also ran a photography business, Capture the Moment. Ron had a deep love for music, which he put to use playing guitar in the church band at the former First Baptist Mount Union Church. He also loved to fish and was very mechanically inclined, which led him to work on cars often. He was very sentimental as well, a good gift-giver with a good heart who gave from the soul. He was preceded in death by his parents; and brothers, Eddie, Harold, and LeRoy Thomas. He is survived by his son, Ronald Allen Thomas, Jr. (Danika); daughter, Kelsey Potts; granddaughter, Jordan Thomas; sisters, Elaine Carriger, Linda Henderson, and Kim Carriger; brother, Andre Carriger, former wife, Bobbie Jean Thomas; longtime friend and caregiver, Steve Ross; numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. A Celebration of Life is planned for a later date. Arrangements under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.&nbsp; &nbsp;<figure>
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Ronald A. Thomas, Sr. 1947 - 2022

Jerry Comer, 69, Weston, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, May 3, 2022.

He was born September 9, 1952 in Glasgow, Missouri to Cecil and Edna (Hicks) Comer. He was a lifelong resident of Weston.

He married Donna Kay Fox on August 11, 1973. She survives of the home. Jerry was a forklift operator for Cook Paint and Varnish Company in North Kansas City, Missouri for 21 years. The only thing Jerry loved more than fishing was his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters; and two brothers.

He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Donna; sons, Jason Comer (Michelle), and Justin Comer (Rachelle); two granddaughters, Amy and Kaitlyn Comer; two step-grandchildren, Dylan and Hailey Armstrong; two great-granddaughters, Isabelle and Amelia; two sisters, Linda Finnell and Stella McHone (Bill); numerous nieces and nephews.

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

Jerry Comer, 69, Weston, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, May 3, 2022. He was born September 9, 1952 in Glasgow, Missouri to Cecil and Edna (Hicks) Comer. He was a lifelong resident of Weston. He married Donna Kay Fox on August 11, 1973. She survives of the home. Jerry was a forklift operator for Cook Paint and Varnish Company in North Kansas City, Missouri for 21 years. The only thing Jerry loved more than fishing was his family. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters; and two brothers. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Donna; sons, Jason Comer (Michelle), and Justin Comer (Rachelle); two granddaughters, Amy and Kaitlyn Comer; two step-grandchildren, Dylan and Hailey Armstrong; two great-granddaughters, Isabelle and Amelia; two sisters, Linda Finnell and Stella McHone (Bill); numerous nieces and nephews. Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.<figure>
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Jerry D. Comer 1952 - 2022

Gregory Lee Boling, 74, St. Joseph, MO, passed away Sunday, May 1, 2022.

He was born June 10, 1947 to Gerald and Anne Boling.

Greg worked for AGP until he retired in 2011. He loved to spend his time watching minor league baseball and the Miami Dolphins playing football, fishing with his grandkids and taking them to lunch. He also loved to be in the kitchen telling jokes while cooking his famous batch of chicken and peppers for his family.

Greg was preceded in death by his parents, Gerald and Anne Boling; Brother, Ronnie Boling; and two Grandsons, De Lonte’ Boling and Jaimen Jones.

Survivors include his wife, JoAnn Boling; children, Christopher Boling, Rhonda Boling, and Randi Jones; sister-in-law, Marilyn (Ronnie) Boling, New Braunfels, TX; grandkids, Alexis McDougal, Doshanique Jones, Leaford Jones III, Taeja Dickerson, Kobe Jones, Braden Jones, Camden Buckley and Tavian Williams; &amp; 5 great-grandchildren.

Gregory Lee Boling, 74, St. Joseph, MO, passed away Sunday, May 1, 2022. He was born June 10, 1947 to Gerald and Anne Boling. Greg worked for AGP until he retired in 2011. He loved to spend his time watching minor league baseball and the Miami Dolphins playing football, fishing with his grandkids and taking them to lunch. He also loved to be in the kitchen telling jokes while cooking his famous batch of chicken and peppers for his family. Greg was preceded in death by his parents, Gerald and Anne Boling; Brother, Ronnie Boling; and two Grandsons, De Lonte’ Boling and Jaimen Jones. Survivors include his wife, JoAnn Boling; children, Christopher Boling, Rhonda Boling, and Randi Jones; sister-in-law, Marilyn (Ronnie) Boling, New Braunfels, TX; grandkids, Alexis McDougal, Doshanique Jones, Leaford Jones III, Taeja Dickerson, Kobe Jones, Braden Jones, Camden Buckley and Tavian Williams; &amp; 5 great-grandchildren. Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.<figure>
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Gregory L. Boling 1947 - 2022

Harold Michael "Mike" Alfers, 69, owner-publisher of the Rural 
Messenger and a longtime Kansas newspaper executive, died Friday, April 
29, at his home in Haven, KS.&nbsp; He&nbsp;had battled pancreatic cancer.&nbsp; Mike, 
who established the Rural Messenger in August 2004, had been a strong, 
but quiet presence in the Kansas newspaper industry for more than 40 
years.

He was born December 19, 1952, in St. Joseph, Mo.&nbsp; Mike married Dena 
Perkins on August 14, 1971 (they later divorced), and served in the 
United States Air Force from 1971-1975, including an assignment in 
Madrid, Spain.

He was preceded in death by:&nbsp; his parents, Harold and Catherine 
Alfers; brothers, Patrick Alfers and Curtis Alfers; and sister, Jacque 
Jacobs.&nbsp;

Mike is survived by:&nbsp; his trusted canine companion, Shadow; 
daughters, Tonya Alfers of Decatur, GA, and Trisha (Jason) Cuda of 
Avondale Estates, GA; son, Michael (Teresa) Alfers of St. Cloud, FL; 
sisters, Vickie (Rich) Ewoldsen of Linwood, KS, and Judy (Jon) Henry of 
Oskaloosa, KS; sisters-in-law, Rhonda Alfers and Kathy 
Alfers;&nbsp;brother-in-law, Jake Jacobs; and grandchildren, Perkins Alfers, 
Mateo Alfers, Aidyn Cuda, and Scarlett Cuda.

Graveside service will be 2pm Friday, May 13, 2022, at Sego Cemetery,
 Rural Reno County.&nbsp; Military honors will be conducted by the McConnell 
Air Force Base Honor Guard.&nbsp; All are encouraged to join the family for a
 Celebration of Life dinner and reception following the graveside 
service at the YMCA Camp Wood, Elmdale, KS.&nbsp; Friends may call from 
9am-8pm Thursday May 12, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; The casket will 
remain closed.&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Pheasants and Quails 
Forever, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 North Main, 
Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Harold Michael "Mike" Alfers, 69, owner-publisher of the Rural 
Messenger and a longtime Kansas newspaper executive, died Friday, April 
29, at his home in Haven, KS.&nbsp; He&nbsp;had battled pancreatic cancer.&nbsp; Mike, 
who established the Rural Messenger in August 2004, had been a strong, 
but quiet presence in the Kansas newspaper industry for more than 40 
years.He was born December 19, 1952, in St. Joseph, Mo.&nbsp; Mike married Dena 
Perkins on August 14, 1971 (they later divorced), and served in the 
United States Air Force from 1971-1975, including an assignment in 
Madrid, Spain.He was preceded in death by:&nbsp; his parents, Harold and Catherine 
Alfers; brothers, Patrick Alfers and Curtis Alfers; and sister, Jacque 
Jacobs.&nbsp;Mike is survived by:&nbsp; his trusted canine companion, Shadow; 
daughters, Tonya Alfers of Decatur, GA, and Trisha (Jason) Cuda of 
Avondale Estates, GA; son, Michael (Teresa) Alfers of St. Cloud, FL; 
sisters, Vickie (Rich) Ewoldsen of Linwood, KS, and Judy (Jon) Henry of 
Oskaloosa, KS; sisters-in-law, Rhonda Alfers and Kathy 
Alfers;&nbsp;brother-in-law, Jake Jacobs; and grandchildren, Perkins Alfers, 
Mateo Alfers, Aidyn Cuda, and Scarlett Cuda.Graveside service will be 2pm Friday, May 13, 2022, at Sego Cemetery,
 Rural Reno County.&nbsp; Military honors will be conducted by the McConnell 
Air Force Base Honor Guard.&nbsp; All are encouraged to join the family for a
 Celebration of Life dinner and reception following the graveside 
service at the YMCA Camp Wood, Elmdale, KS.&nbsp; Friends may call from 
9am-8pm Thursday May 12, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; The casket will 
remain closed.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Pheasants and Quails 
Forever, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 North Main, 
Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Harold Michael ‘Mike’ Alfers

James Loren Swaim, 68, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, April 29, 2022.

He was born November 16, 1953 in Kansas City, Missouri to James and Vada (Minton) Swaim.

Loren was a lifelong resident of St. Joseph and graduated from Central High School in 1971. He worked at St. Joseph Specialty Industries for 20 years. He lived with his mother until 2006, then lived in a group home for 13 years. He spent the last three years at St. Joseph Senior Living. Loren held a special place in everyone’s heart.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his sister, Diane Long; niece, Kimberly Collado (Jaime); great-nieces and nephews, Vada Van Sickle, Astraea Collado, and Kash Collado.

Services will be private, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemtery.

James Loren Swaim, 68, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, April 29, 2022. He was born November 16, 1953 in Kansas City, Missouri to James and Vada (Minton) Swaim. Loren was a lifelong resident of St. Joseph and graduated from Central High School in 1971. He worked at St. Joseph Specialty Industries for 20 years. He lived with his mother until 2006, then lived in a group home for 13 years. He spent the last three years at St. Joseph Senior Living. Loren held a special place in everyone’s heart. He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his sister, Diane Long; niece, Kimberly Collado (Jaime); great-nieces and nephews, Vada Van Sickle, Astraea Collado, and Kash Collado. Services will be private, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemtery.<figure>
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James Loren Swaim 1953 - 2022

Bonnie Jean Keller Rodekopf, 98, Independence, Missouri, passed away Friday, April 29, 2022.

On July 11, 1923 she was born in St. Joseph, Missouri.

She was preceded in death by her parents; first husband, Robert Keller; second husband, William Rodekopf; and son, Terry Keller.

She is survived by son, Steven Keller (Mary); granddaughter, Sirena Knight (Larry); and grandson, Jacob Keller (Jeana).

Graveside Services and Interment 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, Memorial Park Cemetery. The procession will leave from Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.

Bonnie Jean Keller Rodekopf, 98, Independence, Missouri, passed away Friday, April 29, 2022. On July 11, 1923 she was born in St. Joseph, Missouri. She was preceded in death by her parents; first husband, Robert Keller; second husband, William Rodekopf; and son, Terry Keller. She is survived by son, Steven Keller (Mary); granddaughter, Sirena Knight (Larry); and grandson, Jacob Keller (Jeana). Graveside Services and Interment 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, Memorial Park Cemetery. The procession will leave from Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.<figure>
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