William S. “Stan” Caton Jr., 69, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Thursday, October 14, 2021 at this home surrounded by his loved ones.

Stan was born on October 6, 1952 in Marshall, Missouri to William S. and Winnona L. (Aronson) Caton Sr.

Stan married Kathy Moskau on August 9, 1980 and spent 41 years with the love of his life.

He was a teacher, coach (Football and Basketball); avid Chiefs and Mizzou fan. Loved his family, yard work, gardening and going camping in the summer with his family at Lake Pomme de Terre. He was the Best Husband, Dad, Granddad and uno player there was.

Daughters, Erin (John) Anderson, Beth (Chris) Grider

3 grandchildren, Gage Grider, Serena and Olivia Anderson.

Aunts, Bobbie French, Joyce Caton and Dee Dee Aronson.

Sisters-in-laws, Brothers-in-law, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, Nephew, Bryan Bahr and the Chiefs Defense.

The family ask all who attend the service to please wear Mizzou or Chiefs apparel.

Memorial Service: 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, October 20, 2021

At the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Wathena, Kansas.

Visitation: 1 hour prior to service from 1-2 P.M.

Inurnment: Zion United Evangelical Cemetery, Wathena, Kansas.

In Lieu of Flowers memorials may be made to Huffman Memorial UMC, Zion Evangelical Church or Mosaic Hospice Care.

William S. “Stan” Caton Jr., 69, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Thursday, October 14, 2021 at this home surrounded by his loved ones.Stan was born on October 6, 1952 in Marshall, Missouri to William S. and Winnona L. (Aronson) Caton Sr.Stan married Kathy Moskau on August 9, 1980 and spent 41 years with the love of his life.He was a teacher, coach (Football and Basketball); avid Chiefs and Mizzou fan. Loved his family, yard work, gardening and going camping in the summer with his family at Lake Pomme de Terre. He was the Best Husband, Dad, Granddad and uno player there was.He is survived by wife Kathy of the homeDaughters, Erin (John) Anderson, Beth (Chris) Grider3 grandchildren, Gage Grider, Serena and Olivia Anderson.Aunts, Bobbie French, Joyce Caton and Dee Dee Aronson.Uncle Chuck AronsonSisters-in-laws, Brothers-in-law, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, Nephew, Bryan Bahr and the Chiefs Defense.The family ask all who attend the service to please wear Mizzou or Chiefs apparel.Memorial Service: 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, October 20, 2021At the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Wathena, Kansas.Visitation: 1 hour prior to service from 1-2 P.M.Inurnment: Zion United Evangelical Cemetery, Wathena, Kansas.In Lieu of Flowers memorials may be made to Huffman Memorial UMC, Zion Evangelical Church or Mosaic Hospice Care.

William S. “Stan” Caton Jr.  1952 - 2021

Elizabeth "Betty" Jimeson, passed away October 13, 2021, at the Meadowlark in Manhattan.&nbsp; She was 95.

Funeral Services are planned for 2 p.m. Monday, October 18, at the Bethany United Church of Christ in Hiawatha.&nbsp; Pastor Shane Spangler will officiate.&nbsp; Interment will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Hiawatha.

Friends may call at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, Hiawatha after 12 noon until 5 p.m. Sunday, and after 9 a.m. Monday.

The family will receive friends at the Church one hour prior to services.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Bethany Church which may be left in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th St., 66434.

Elizabeth "Betty" Jimeson, passed away October 13, 2021, at the Meadowlark in Manhattan.&nbsp; She was 95.Funeral Services are planned for 2 p.m. Monday, October 18, at the Bethany United Church of Christ in Hiawatha.&nbsp; Pastor Shane Spangler will officiate.&nbsp; Interment will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Hiawatha.Friends may call at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, Hiawatha after 12 noon until 5 p.m. Sunday, and after 9 a.m. Monday.The family will receive friends at the Church one hour prior to services.MASKS ARE RESPECTFULLY REQURIEDIn lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Bethany Church which may be left in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th St., 66434.

Elizabeth "Betty" Jimeson  1926 - 2021

Penny Sue Miller, 80, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, October 12, 2021.

She was born February 22, 1941 in St. Joseph to Henry and Goldie (Shidler) Miller. She attended Krug School, where she learned life skills. Penny was a longtime member of Wyatt Park Baptist Church and was involved in Sunday School there.

She enjoyed exploring St. Joseph on the city bus. She also liked doing puzzles and watching classic TV shows and game shows.

Penny held a special place in the hearts of many and will be greatly missed.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother; and a sister. Survivors include extended family members; special friend Amy Jenkins; and her church family at Wyatt Park Baptist.

Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, October 19, Wyatt Park Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Wyatt Park Baptist Church or InterServ. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Penny Sue Miller, 80, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, October 12, 2021. She was born February 22, 1941 in St. Joseph to Henry and Goldie (Shidler) Miller. She attended Krug School, where she learned life skills. Penny was a longtime member of Wyatt Park Baptist Church and was involved in Sunday School there. She enjoyed exploring St. Joseph on the city bus. She also liked doing puzzles and watching classic TV shows and game shows. Penny held a special place in the hearts of many and will be greatly missed. She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother; and a sister. Survivors include extended family members; special friend Amy Jenkins; and her church family at Wyatt Park Baptist. Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, October 19, Wyatt Park Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Wyatt Park Baptist Church or InterServ. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Penny Sue Miller  1941 - 2021

Louise Gillett, 89, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, October 13, 2021.

She was born August 5, 1932, in Stanberry, Missouri. Louise married Dennis L. Gillett May 20, 1950. He preceded her in death March 27, 2017.

She was a member of Wyatt Park Christian Church.

Louise enjoyed cooking and playing cards, but most of all spending time with her family.

She was also preceded in death by her mother, Jean Lajoie; stepfather, Marion Lajoie; brother, Wayne Walton; and sister, Norma Jean Trammell.

Survivors include children, Janette Howard (John), Ron Gillett (Julie), Debbie Russell (John); grandchildren, Kim Davidson (Dallas), Heather Gillett (Ryan Pummell), Grant Gillett (Jessica), Carrie Cromer (Rusty), Chris Howard, Craig Russell (Whitney); great-grandchildren, Chase and Kaylin Davidson, Molly, Hayden and Wade Gillett, Noah and Brookelyn Cromer; Emma Russell; sisters-in-law, Mary Gillett, Doris Saunders (Jim); numerous nieces and nephews.

Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment High Ridge Cemetery, Stanberry, Missouri. The family will gather with friends 4:00 to 6:00 P.M. Sunday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family request donations to Wyatt Park Christian Church or Mosaic Life Care Hospice. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Louise Gillett, 89, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, October 13, 2021. She was born August 5, 1932, in Stanberry, Missouri. Louise married Dennis L. Gillett May 20, 1950. He preceded her in death March 27, 2017. She was a member of Wyatt Park Christian Church. Louise enjoyed cooking and playing cards, but most of all spending time with her family. She was also preceded in death by her mother, Jean Lajoie; stepfather, Marion Lajoie; brother, Wayne Walton; and sister, Norma Jean Trammell. Survivors include children, Janette Howard (John), Ron Gillett (Julie), Debbie Russell (John); grandchildren, Kim Davidson (Dallas), Heather Gillett (Ryan Pummell), Grant Gillett (Jessica), Carrie Cromer (Rusty), Chris Howard, Craig Russell (Whitney); great-grandchildren, Chase and Kaylin Davidson, Molly, Hayden and Wade Gillett, Noah and Brookelyn Cromer; Emma Russell; sisters-in-law, Mary Gillett, Doris Saunders (Jim); numerous nieces and nephews. Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment High Ridge Cemetery, Stanberry, Missouri. The family will gather with friends 4:00 to 6:00 P.M. Sunday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family request donations to Wyatt Park Christian Church or Mosaic Life Care Hospice. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Louise Gillett  1932 - 2021

Esther June Townsend, 67, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, October 12, 2021.

She was born September 22, 1954 in Kansas City, Missouri to George and Ida Rose (Adams) Jackson.

Esther was a CNA at a nursing home for many years.

She loved sewing, quilting, reading, and taking care of stray cats. She also loved spending time with family, who mattered most to her. She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Ray and Owen; and sister, Carol.

Survivors include brothers, Brian (Kelly) and Steven (Ann) Jackson; several nieces, nephews, cousins, great-nieces, great-nephews; sisters-in-law, Vicki and Berta.

Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Inurnment Memorial Park Cemetery. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Esther June Townsend, 67, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, October 12, 2021. She was born September 22, 1954 in Kansas City, Missouri to George and Ida Rose (Adams) Jackson. Esther was a CNA at a nursing home for many years. She loved sewing, quilting, reading, and taking care of stray cats. She also loved spending time with family, who mattered most to her. She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Ray and Owen; and sister, Carol. Survivors include brothers, Brian (Kelly) and Steven (Ann) Jackson; several nieces, nephews, cousins, great-nieces, great-nephews; sisters-in-law, Vicki and Berta. Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Inurnment Memorial Park Cemetery. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Esther June Townsend  1954 - 2021

Robert F. Hall, 86, of Sabetha, Kansas formerly from Effingham, Kansas passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2021, at the Apostolic Christian Home. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm on Sat. Oct. 16th, 2021 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home with the Rev. Dr. Rachel Dannar officiating. Burial will follow in the Mt. Vernon Cemetery, Atchison, KS. There will be no visitation held prior to services, the family will greet friends and family following the graveside service at the cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Atchison County Fair Board or the Atchison County Community High School Alumni Association and both may be sent in care of the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home. Condolences and remembrances to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com. Bob was born on April 12, 1935, in Atchison Kansas the son of Albert S. and Myrtle (Folden) Hall. He grew up in Farmington, KS where he was known as “Bob or Bobby”. In 1953 he graduated from Atchison County Community High School and attended Emporia College. Bob married Winifred J. Burgard on April 22, 1955, at Highland Park United Methodist Church in Topeka, KS, they have shared 66 years of marriage together. Bob owned and operated Averie Acres where he enjoyed all aspects of farming and managing his family’s farm. Additionally, he worked for Page Airways, Snow Creek Ski Resort and USD 377 Effingham. He was a past member of the Future Farmers of American, 4-H, where he served as a leader and in 1968 received the alumni award, a fourteen-year member of the Atchison County Fair Board, National Farmers Organization (N.F.O.), a Master Mason with the Mackey Lodge, # 48 Effingham, Active Lodge # 158 A.T. &amp; A.M. Atchison, KS, Abdallah Shrine Temple # 30 and Areme Chapter of the Eastern Star, Effingham. He was a fourth-generation member of the Farmington Christian Church, where he served as Trustee and Elder. Survivors include his wife Winnie Hall, Atchison, KS, one daughter Cyreesa (Mark) Windsor Atchison, KS, one granddaughter Averie (John) Chapman, and two great grandchildren Miller and Reese Chapman, Fairway, KS, two sisters-in-law; Helen Hall, DeKalb, MO, and Ann Burgard, Albuquerque, NM, four nieces; Kathy Hall, KC, MO, Darla Hall Emmendorfer, Dearborn, MO, Deborah (David) Wessel, Linda (Larry) Tovrea, one nephew; Gregg (Brenda) Burgard, all of Albuquerque, NM and three great-nephews Zachary Emmendorfer, St. Joseph, MO, Kris Wessel, and Adam Tovrea, Albuquerque, NM. His parents, a brother Albert Scott “Scotty” Hall, and three nephews; Lindell, Richard and Darren Hall, one niece; Cindy Burgard Divett preceded him in death.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Robert F. Hall, 86, of Sabetha, Kansas formerly from Effingham, Kansas passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2021, at the Apostolic Christian Home. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm on Sat. Oct. 16th, 2021 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home with the Rev. Dr. Rachel Dannar officiating. Burial will follow in the Mt. Vernon Cemetery, Atchison, KS. There will be no visitation held prior to services, the family will greet friends and family following the graveside service at the cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Atchison County Fair Board or the Atchison County Community High School Alumni Association and both may be sent in care of the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home. Condolences and remembrances to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com. Bob was born on April 12, 1935, in Atchison Kansas the son of Albert S. and Myrtle (Folden) Hall. He grew up in Farmington, KS where he was known as “Bob or Bobby”. In 1953 he graduated from Atchison County Community High School and attended Emporia College. Bob married Winifred J. Burgard on April 22, 1955, at Highland Park United Methodist Church in Topeka, KS, they have shared 66 years of marriage together. Bob owned and operated Averie Acres where he enjoyed all aspects of farming and managing his family’s farm. Additionally, he worked for Page Airways, Snow Creek Ski Resort and USD 377 Effingham. He was a past member of the Future Farmers of American, 4-H, where he served as a leader and in 1968 received the alumni award, a fourteen-year member of the Atchison County Fair Board, National Farmers Organization (N.F.O.), a Master Mason with the Mackey Lodge, # 48 Effingham, Active Lodge # 158 A.T. &amp; A.M. Atchison, KS, Abdallah Shrine Temple # 30 and Areme Chapter of the Eastern Star, Effingham. He was a fourth-generation member of the Farmington Christian Church, where he served as Trustee and Elder. Survivors include his wife Winnie Hall, Atchison, KS, one daughter Cyreesa (Mark) Windsor Atchison, KS, one granddaughter Averie (John) Chapman, and two great grandchildren Miller and Reese Chapman, Fairway, KS, two sisters-in-law; Helen Hall, DeKalb, MO, and Ann Burgard, Albuquerque, NM, four nieces; Kathy Hall, KC, MO, Darla Hall Emmendorfer, Dearborn, MO, Deborah (David) Wessel, Linda (Larry) Tovrea, one nephew; Gregg (Brenda) Burgard, all of Albuquerque, NM and three great-nephews Zachary Emmendorfer, St. Joseph, MO, Kris Wessel, and Adam Tovrea, Albuquerque, NM. His parents, a brother Albert Scott “Scotty” Hall, and three nephews; Lindell, Richard and Darren Hall, one niece; Cindy Burgard Divett preceded him in death.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Robert F. Hall  1935 - 2021

David Forrest Stafford, 68, of St. Joseph, passed away Friday, October 8, 2021 at Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph.

David was born August 2, 1953 in St. Joseph, son of Mary and Forrest J. Stafford. He graduated from Benton High School, class of 1971. He married Karen Strong on May 21, 1984.

Dave worked at Green Hills and other area grocery stores for 39 years. He owned and operated several area Gambino's Pizza restaurants for 11 years. He founded Superior Professional Window Cleaning with his son in 2008.

David was an honest, hard-working family man. His greatest joy in life was his grandchildren. He enjoyed playing bass and guitar, especially with his granddaughter whom he taught how to play. He was a member of Central Christian Church and played bass in the worship band.

David was preceded in death by his parents, sister, Carol Broce, and brother, Steven Stafford.

Surviving family includes wife, Karen Stafford of the home; children, Kyle (Lauren) Stafford, Andrea (Jordan) Haskins, Shawn (Jackie) Moser, and Jeremy Moser, all of St. Joseph; sisters, Linda (Everett) Rittman, Kathy (Rick) Kamler, Terri (Mark) Francis, all of St. Joseph; brother, Jim (Tammy) Stafford of St. Joseph; sister-in-law, Cindy Stafford of Smithville; grandchildren, Noella, Paige, and Caleb Stafford, Emberlynn, Adelyn, and Abram David Haskins, Dillon (Brenna) Moser, Kaitlin (Quentin) Moser, Logan Moser, Chelsea McDonald; great-grandchildren; Alivia Moser, Billie Wheeler, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Mr. Stafford has been cremated under the direction of Rupp Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Memorials are requested to Central Christian Church.

David Forrest Stafford, 68, of St. Joseph, passed away Friday, October 8, 2021 at Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph.David was born August 2, 1953 in St. Joseph, son of Mary and Forrest J. Stafford. He graduated from Benton High School, class of 1971. He married Karen Strong on May 21, 1984.Dave worked at Green Hills and other area grocery stores for 39 years. He owned and operated several area Gambino's Pizza restaurants for 11 years. He founded Superior Professional Window Cleaning with his son in 2008.David was an honest, hard-working family man. His greatest joy in life was his grandchildren. He enjoyed playing bass and guitar, especially with his granddaughter whom he taught how to play. He was a member of Central Christian Church and played bass in the worship band.David was preceded in death by his parents, sister, Carol Broce, and brother, Steven Stafford.Surviving family includes wife, Karen Stafford of the home; children, Kyle (Lauren) Stafford, Andrea (Jordan) Haskins, Shawn (Jackie) Moser, and Jeremy Moser, all of St. Joseph; sisters, Linda (Everett) Rittman, Kathy (Rick) Kamler, Terri (Mark) Francis, all of St. Joseph; brother, Jim (Tammy) Stafford of St. Joseph; sister-in-law, Cindy Stafford of Smithville; grandchildren, Noella, Paige, and Caleb Stafford, Emberlynn, Adelyn, and Abram David Haskins, Dillon (Brenna) Moser, Kaitlin (Quentin) Moser, Logan Moser, Chelsea McDonald; great-grandchildren; Alivia Moser, Billie Wheeler, and numerous nieces and nephews.Mr. Stafford has been cremated under the direction of Rupp Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Memorials are requested to Central Christian Church.<figure>
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David Forrest Stafford  1953 - 2021

Martha Espino Gallardo 51, of Saint Joseph, MO passed away Thursday, October 14, 2021 at her home.

She was born July 9, 1970 in San Juan De Guadalupe, Durango, daughter of Maria Esperanza and Everardo Enriquez. She was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church. 

Survivors includes daughter, Hortencia Llanas, and Guadalupe Llanas, son, Cruz Llanas, mother, Maria Esperanza Roman Gallardo. and several brothers and sisters.

The Mass of Christian Burial and public live stream will be celebrated on Saturday, October 16, 2021, at 1:30 pm at the St. Patrick Catholic Church, Fr. Jonathan Davis Celebrant. The Rosary will be recited at 1:00 pm, Saturday at the St. Patrick Catholic Church. The family will receive friends from to on at the . The Interment will be at the . Memorials are requested to the . Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Martha Espino Gallardo 51, of Saint Joseph, MO passed away Thursday, October 14, 2021 at her home.She was born July 9, 1970 in San Juan De Guadalupe, Durango, daughter of Maria Esperanza and Everardo Enriquez. She was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church. Survivors includes daughter, Hortencia Llanas, and Guadalupe Llanas, son, Cruz Llanas, mother, Maria Esperanza Roman Gallardo. and several brothers and sisters. The Mass of Christian Burial and public live stream will be celebrated on Saturday, October 16, 2021, at 1:30 pm at the St. Patrick Catholic Church, Fr. Jonathan Davis Celebrant. The Rosary will be recited at 1:00 pm, Saturday at the St. Patrick Catholic Church. The family will receive friends from to on at the . The Interment will be at the . Memorials are requested to the . Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Martha Espino Gallardo  1970 - 2021

Charles T. Brown, 96, of St. Joseph, passed away Tuesday, October 12, 2021 at his residence. 

He was born October 30, 1924 in St. Joseph, son of Mary and Howard Brown. He retired from Missouri American Water Company. Charles enjoyed hunting, fishing and bowling. He was a member of the Eagles Lodge. 

Charles was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Doris Brown and wife Telma Nadine Brown, sons, Marlin and Ross Brown, brothers, Harold, William, Howard Jr., Robert and John Brown, sisters, Jessie Higbe and Elsie Valeu, son-in-law's, Ronnie Miller and Mike Dilts and grandson, Victor Miller. 

Survivors include, daughters, Mary Miller of Kansas City, MO, daughter, Linda Dilts of St Joseph, son, Charles "Tom" (Connie) Brown of Creston, IA, his special friend, Marlous, 8 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and 6 great-great grandchildren.

Mr. Brown has been cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home. Graveside Service and Inurnment will be 1:00 pm Wednesday, October 20, 2021 at the Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials are requested to Traditions Hospice.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Charles T. Brown, 96, of St. Joseph, passed away Tuesday, October 12, 2021 at his residence. He was born October 30, 1924 in St. Joseph, son of Mary and Howard Brown. He retired from Missouri American Water Company. Charles enjoyed hunting, fishing and bowling. He was a member of the Eagles Lodge. Charles was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Doris Brown and wife Telma Nadine Brown, sons, Marlin and Ross Brown, brothers, Harold, William, Howard Jr., Robert and John Brown, sisters, Jessie Higbe and Elsie Valeu, son-in-law's, Ronnie Miller and Mike Dilts and grandson, Victor Miller. Survivors include, daughters, Mary Miller of Kansas City, MO, daughter, Linda Dilts of St Joseph, son, Charles "Tom" (Connie) Brown of Creston, IA, his special friend, Marlous, 8 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and 6 great-great grandchildren. Mr. Brown has been cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home. Graveside Service and Inurnment will be 1:00 pm Wednesday, October 20, 2021 at the Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials are requested to Traditions Hospice.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Charles T. Brown  1924 - 2021

Brenda Owens, 57, of rural Wathena, Kansas, passed away Sunday, October 10, 2021 at Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph. 

She was born December 29, 1963 in St. Joseph, daughter of Patricia and Gerald Pritchett. She graduated from Benton High School, class of 1982. She worked as a cake decorator at Green Hills, Sam's Club and Wal-Mart. Brenda loved baking and decorating cakes and spending time with her grandkids. She was all about her family. She also was a softball coordinator for MESA. 

Brenda was preceded in death by mother, Patricia West and step-brother, Craig West. 

Survivors include, husband, Roger "Gary" Owens of the home, father, Gerald Pritchett of St. Joseph, step father, Larry West of St. Joseph, daughter, Tiffany (Lucas) Farr, St Joseph, brother, Marty (Tamarah) Pritchett, Blair, KS, step-brothers, Kent (Cheryl) West, Kansas City, Kris West of Arizona, 4 grandchildren, Addisyn, Braelen, Ryker, Brantlie, nieces, Ashleigh (Matt) Green, Corey (Jordan) Bauman, Mardi Alysse (Taylor) Clark, other extended family and friends.

Funeral Services will be 10:00 am, Saturday, October 16, 2021 at Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Jim Barnett officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Friday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Pleasant Ridge Cemetery, St. Joseph. Memorials are requested to the Brenda Owens Memorial Fund, c/o Rupp Funeral Home.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Brenda Owens, 57, of rural Wathena, Kansas, passed away Sunday, October 10, 2021 at Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph. She was born December 29, 1963 in St. Joseph, daughter of Patricia and Gerald Pritchett. She graduated from Benton High School, class of 1982. She worked as a cake decorator at Green Hills, Sam's Club and Wal-Mart. Brenda loved baking and decorating cakes and spending time with her grandkids. She was all about her family. She also was a softball coordinator for MESA. Brenda was preceded in death by mother, Patricia West and step-brother, Craig West. Survivors include, husband, Roger "Gary" Owens of the home, father, Gerald Pritchett of St. Joseph, step father, Larry West of St. Joseph, daughter, Tiffany (Lucas) Farr, St Joseph, brother, Marty (Tamarah) Pritchett, Blair, KS, step-brothers, Kent (Cheryl) West, Kansas City, Kris West of Arizona, 4 grandchildren, Addisyn, Braelen, Ryker, Brantlie, nieces, Ashleigh (Matt) Green, Corey (Jordan) Bauman, Mardi Alysse (Taylor) Clark, other extended family and friends. Funeral Services will be 10:00 am, Saturday, October 16, 2021 at Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Jim Barnett officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Friday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Pleasant Ridge Cemetery, St. Joseph. Memorials are requested to the Brenda Owens Memorial Fund, c/o Rupp Funeral Home.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Brenda Owens  1963 - 2021

Aaron Shawn “Joseph” Waller, 33, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, October 12, 2021.

He was born June 30, 1988, in St. Joseph Missouri to Michael Waller and Vicky (Harter) Stevenson.

Aaron loved football and was an avid Green Bay Packers fan. He enjoyed talking and interacting with others and never met a stranger. Aaron loved to collect nick-nacks.

He was preceded in death by his father, Michael Waller; brother, Shawn Waller; grandparents, Marion and Phyllis Harter, Louie and Nita Waller; and his beloved dog, Hunter.

Survivors include daughter, Mylah Waller; parents, Vicky and Thomas Stevenson; brother, Eric Waller; niece, Samantha Waller; numerous cousins and extended family.

Farewell Services and Public Livestream 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Mount Olivet Mausoleum. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Aaron Shawn “Joseph” Waller, 33, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, October 12, 2021. He was born June 30, 1988, in St. Joseph Missouri to Michael Waller and Vicky (Harter) Stevenson. Aaron loved football and was an avid Green Bay Packers fan. He enjoyed talking and interacting with others and never met a stranger. Aaron loved to collect nick-nacks. He was preceded in death by his father, Michael Waller; brother, Shawn Waller; grandparents, Marion and Phyllis Harter, Louie and Nita Waller; and his beloved dog, Hunter. Survivors include daughter, Mylah Waller; parents, Vicky and Thomas Stevenson; brother, Eric Waller; niece, Samantha Waller; numerous cousins and extended family. Farewell Services and Public Livestream 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Mount Olivet Mausoleum. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Aaron Shawn “Joseph” Waller  1988 - 2021

William Donald “Bill” Coffman, Jr., 83, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, October 11, 2021.

On November 8, 1937 he was born to Ella (Lisenbee) and William Donald Coffman, Sr. in Omaha, Nebraska.

Bill was a proud member of the U.S. Navy and Air National Guard. He graduated from Elwood High School in 1957 and faithfully attended those reunions. He owned and operated Coffman Pest Control. Bill enjoyed college basketball, especially KU and Duke. He loved John Wayne movies and Bob Seger. Bill was known for his meticulously maintained yard and trucks.

He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Buddy Coffman; brother, Darrell Coffman; brother-in-law, Harold Pauly.

Survivors include children, Rebecca Hughes (Jimmie), Donna McCullough (Toby), Danny Coffman, Bill Coffman; step-daughter, Stacie Curry; 16 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; sister, Delores Pauly; sister-in-law, Carol Coffman; numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Farewell Services and Public Livestream 3:00 P.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to St. Dominic Catholic High School in O’Fallon, Missouri. The family will gather with friends 1:00 to 3:00 P.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.&nbsp;&nbsp;

William Donald “Bill” Coffman, Jr., 83, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, October 11, 2021. On November 8, 1937 he was born to Ella (Lisenbee) and William Donald Coffman, Sr. in Omaha, Nebraska. Bill was a proud member of the U.S. Navy and Air National Guard. He graduated from Elwood High School in 1957 and faithfully attended those reunions. He owned and operated Coffman Pest Control. Bill enjoyed college basketball, especially KU and Duke. He loved John Wayne movies and Bob Seger. Bill was known for his meticulously maintained yard and trucks. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Buddy Coffman; brother, Darrell Coffman; brother-in-law, Harold Pauly. Survivors include children, Rebecca Hughes (Jimmie), Donna McCullough (Toby), Danny Coffman, Bill Coffman; step-daughter, Stacie Curry; 16 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; sister, Delores Pauly; sister-in-law, Carol Coffman; numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Farewell Services and Public Livestream 3:00 P.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to St. Dominic Catholic High School in O’Fallon, Missouri. The family will gather with friends 1:00 to 3:00 P.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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William Donald "Bill" Coffman, Jr.  1937 - 2021

Ezekiel (Zeke) Martin Hackett, 6, passed away on Sunday, October 10, 2021 surrounded by his family at home. He was born on March 4, 2015, in St. Joseph, Missouri.

He attended pre-school at Oak Grove School and Helen M. Davis School both in St. Joseph, MO. " Zeke" loved to go places and meet people. He especially loved his church family when they would say his name, touch his hand and say hello. His favorite past time was to sit outside, feel the sunshine on his face, listen to the fountain and hear the birds singing. At night; he would look up in awe on his ceiling where he would see the stars and moon projected there. He would listen to lullaby's as he fell asleep. Ezekiel is survived by his father and mother, Mark and Tina Hackett , St. Joseph, MO; great grandfather, Stanley Cox, Independence, MO; grandfather, David Hackett , Grain Valley, MO; his siblings, Abraham (Tess) Hackett, Maysville, MO, Grace(Frankie) Jarrett , St . Joseph, M O, Jonathan (Dava Jo) Hackett, Maysville, MO, Elizzabeth (Tim) Tandy, Cameron , MO, Jonah Hackett , St. Joseph, MO, Morgan Hackett, St.Joseph, MO, Lydia Hackett, St. Joseph , MO; aunts and uncles, Ann (Arthur) Flores , Sheriden, AR, David Hackett, Des Moines , IA, Annette (Jeff) Weaver, Holden, M O, Jerry (Debbie) Hackett, Cameron, MO, Steve (Karen) Hackett, Hempstead, TX, Karri (Troy) Childers, Lees Summit , MO, Robert (Pam ) Hackett, Grain Valley, MO; nephews and nieces; Eleanore, Violet, Boaz &amp; Ezra Hacket t, Rivers, Bear &amp; Birdie Jarrett , Matthias, Neveah, Zoey Hackett , Abbigail, Jethro &amp; Lucy Tandy; the birth family, LaQuena, Kaliauna , K'shaun &amp; Kyreese Martin.

Memorial services will be 11:00 AM Saturday October 30, 2021 at the Faith United Baptist Church, 8430 SW V Highway, St. Joseph, MO 64504. Arrangements Rupp Funeral Home, online condolence and obituary www.ruppfuneral.com&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ezekiel (Zeke) Martin Hackett, 6, passed away on Sunday, October 10, 2021 surrounded by his family at home. He was born on March 4, 2015, in St. Joseph, Missouri. He attended pre-school at Oak Grove School and Helen M. Davis School both in St. Joseph, MO. " Zeke" loved to go places and meet people. He especially loved his church family when they would say his name, touch his hand and say hello. His favorite past time was to sit outside, feel the sunshine on his face, listen to the fountain and hear the birds singing. At night; he would look up in awe on his ceiling where he would see the stars and moon projected there. He would listen to lullaby's as he fell asleep. Ezekiel is survived by his father and mother, Mark and Tina Hackett , St. Joseph, MO; great grandfather, Stanley Cox, Independence, MO; grandfather, David Hackett , Grain Valley, MO; his siblings, Abraham (Tess) Hackett, Maysville, MO, Grace(Frankie) Jarrett , St . Joseph, M O, Jonathan (Dava Jo) Hackett, Maysville, MO, Elizzabeth (Tim) Tandy, Cameron , MO, Jonah Hackett , St. Joseph, MO, Morgan Hackett, St.Joseph, MO, Lydia Hackett, St. Joseph , MO; aunts and uncles, Ann (Arthur) Flores , Sheriden, AR, David Hackett, Des Moines , IA, Annette (Jeff) Weaver, Holden, M O, Jerry (Debbie) Hackett, Cameron, MO, Steve (Karen) Hackett, Hempstead, TX, Karri (Troy) Childers, Lees Summit , MO, Robert (Pam ) Hackett, Grain Valley, MO; nephews and nieces; Eleanore, Violet, Boaz &amp; Ezra Hacket t, Rivers, Bear &amp; Birdie Jarrett , Matthias, Neveah, Zoey Hackett , Abbigail, Jethro &amp; Lucy Tandy; the birth family, LaQuena, Kaliauna , K'shaun &amp; Kyreese Martin. Memorial services will be 11:00 AM Saturday October 30, 2021 at the Faith United Baptist Church, 8430 SW V Highway, St. Joseph, MO 64504. Arrangements Rupp Funeral Home, online condolence and obituary www.ruppfuneral.com&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Ezekiel (Zeke) Martin Hackett  2015 - 2021

Dores “Dorie” Croner, 90, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away, Monday, October 11, 2021. On January 17, 1931 he was born to Charles and Bertha (Hines) Croner in Mound City, Missouri. Dorie married Edee Joyce Miller on May 22, 1955. Together they enjoyed 66 years of marriage. He worked at the St. Joseph Stockyards and farmed most of his life. When he wasn’t working, he loved spending time with and helping family, neighbors and friends. Dorie enjoyed being outside whether he was farming, gardening or working in the yard. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters; brother; and son-in-law, Tom Morey. Survivors include his wife, Joyce; daughters, Susan Campbell (Dennis) and Annette Morey; grandchildren, Lindsey Barnett (Edward), Cathy High (Mike), Brian Morey (Darci), and Philip Morey (Grace); 10 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; numerous extended family and friends. Graveside Services and Interment 1:00 P.M. Friday, Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 11:30 A.M. to 12:50 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Dores “Dorie” Croner, 90, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away, Monday, October 11, 2021. On January 17, 1931 he was born to Charles and Bertha (Hines) Croner in Mound City, Missouri. Dorie married Edee Joyce Miller on May 22, 1955. Together they enjoyed 66 years of marriage. He worked at the St. Joseph Stockyards and farmed most of his life. When he wasn’t working, he loved spending time with and helping family, neighbors and friends. Dorie enjoyed being outside whether he was farming, gardening or working in the yard. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters; brother; and son-in-law, Tom Morey. Survivors include his wife, Joyce; daughters, Susan Campbell (Dennis) and Annette Morey; grandchildren, Lindsey Barnett (Edward), Cathy High (Mike), Brian Morey (Darci), and Philip Morey (Grace); 10 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; numerous extended family and friends. Graveside Services and Interment 1:00 P.M. Friday, Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 11:30 A.M. to 12:50 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Dores “Dorie” Croner  1931 - 2021

Christine Ann Coleman, 64, of King City, MO, died October 12, 2021.&nbsp;

 Christine was born February 12, 1957, in St. Joseph, MO, to Horace and Eleanor (Huff) Merrick.

Prior to retirement she had various positions with Heartland Medical Center/ Mosaic Life Care.&nbsp; Her passion was her family and she cherished her pictures.

Christine married Kendall Coleman on July 11, 2008, and he survives.&nbsp; Also surviving are two sons Dustin Hook (Amber), Jason Hook (April); three grandsons, Jordan, Austin, and Colton; one granddaughter Jade; two great-granddaughters Gracelyn and Emma; two sisters Mary Owens (Joe), Carol Huff; three brothers, Steve Merrick, Cohen Merrick (Kelly), Joseph Merrick; other relatives and friends.

Preceding her in death were her parents; sisters, Shelia Owens, Debbie Huff; four brothers, Frank, Charles, Robert, and Allen Huff.

Services for Christine will be at a later date.&nbsp; Arrangements by Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel.

Christine Ann Coleman, 64, of King City, MO, died October 12, 2021.&nbsp; Christine was born February 12, 1957, in St. Joseph, MO, to Horace and Eleanor (Huff) Merrick.Prior to retirement she had various positions with Heartland Medical Center/ Mosaic Life Care.&nbsp; Her passion was her family and she cherished her pictures.Christine married Kendall Coleman on July 11, 2008, and he survives.&nbsp; Also surviving are two sons Dustin Hook (Amber), Jason Hook (April); three grandsons, Jordan, Austin, and Colton; one granddaughter Jade; two great-granddaughters Gracelyn and Emma; two sisters Mary Owens (Joe), Carol Huff; three brothers, Steve Merrick, Cohen Merrick (Kelly), Joseph Merrick; other relatives and friends.Preceding her in death were her parents; sisters, Shelia Owens, Debbie Huff; four brothers, Frank, Charles, Robert, and Allen Huff.Services for Christine will be at a later date.&nbsp; Arrangements by Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel.<figure>
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Christine Ann Coleman  1957 - 2021

Sylvia (Johnson) Rush, 100, of Troy, Kansas passed away Monday, October 11, 2021 at Two Timers in Highland, Kansas.

Sylvia was born on August 24, 1921 in rural Robinson, Kansas to Ole Tobias and Inga (Pederson) Johnson.&nbsp; She was a homemaker and lived her entire married life on a farm in the Wolf River Valley in rural Troy.

Sylvia was a member of the St. John’s Lutheran Church in Bendena and the Moray Home Extension Unit.

She married George Rush on December 27, 1946 at the Zion Lutheran Church in Everest, Kansas.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on February 2, 2015.&nbsp; Sylvia was also preceded by her parents, sister, Anna Olson, brother-in-law, Jimmy Olson, son-in-law, Frank Tubbs, great-grandson, David Samuelson.

Survivors include her son, John Rush (Phyllis) of Troy, Kansas

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Daughters;&nbsp; Mildred Tubbs &nbsp;of St. Joseph, Missouri

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Ann Rush (Larry) of Bendena, Kansas

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FUNERAL:&nbsp; Saturday, October 16, 2021 – 10:30 A.M.

At:&nbsp; St. John’s Lutheran Church in Bendena, Kansas

Burial:&nbsp; Moray Cemetery in Moray, Kansas

Visitation: family will receive friends 1 hour prior to the funeral at the church (9:30-10:30 a.m.)&nbsp; Friends may call at the Harman Rohde Funeral Home in Troy, Kansas after 9 a.m. Friday.

Memorials:&nbsp; St. John’s Lutheran Church or Moray Cemetery c/o Harman Rohde Funeral Home P.O. Box 185 Troy, KS 66087

Sylvia (Johnson) Rush, 100, of Troy, Kansas passed away Monday, October 11, 2021 at Two Timers in Highland, Kansas.Sylvia was born on August 24, 1921 in rural Robinson, Kansas to Ole Tobias and Inga (Pederson) Johnson.&nbsp; She was a homemaker and lived her entire married life on a farm in the Wolf River Valley in rural Troy.Sylvia was a member of the St. John’s Lutheran Church in Bendena and the Moray Home Extension Unit.She married George Rush on December 27, 1946 at the Zion Lutheran Church in Everest, Kansas.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on February 2, 2015.&nbsp; Sylvia was also preceded by her parents, sister, Anna Olson, brother-in-law, Jimmy Olson, son-in-law, Frank Tubbs, great-grandson, David Samuelson.Survivors include her son, John Rush (Phyllis) of Troy, Kansas&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Daughters;&nbsp; Mildred Tubbs &nbsp;of St. Joseph, Missouri&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Ann Rush (Larry) of Bendena, Kansas&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 6 grandchildren,&nbsp; 12&nbsp; great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephewsFUNERAL:&nbsp; Saturday, October 16, 2021 – 10:30 A.M.At:&nbsp; St. John’s Lutheran Church in Bendena, KansasBurial:&nbsp; Moray Cemetery in Moray, KansasVisitation: family will receive friends 1 hour prior to the funeral at the church (9:30-10:30 a.m.)&nbsp; Friends may call at the Harman Rohde Funeral Home in Troy, Kansas after 9 a.m. Friday.Memorials:&nbsp; St. John’s Lutheran Church or Moray Cemetery c/o Harman Rohde Funeral Home P.O. Box 185 Troy, KS 66087<figure>
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Raenae Meers, 59, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, October 10, 2021.

She was born April 25, 1962 in St. Joseph to Vergia and Mary (McGinness) Wilkinson.

Raenae married Russell B. Meers on June 1, 2001. He survives of the home.

She lived her life as a servant, leader and builder of the kingdom for the Lord. She was devoted to Breakthrough Global Ministries.

A lifelong entrepreneur, Raenae owned and operated many businesses, including Absolute Hard Surface Cleaning and Good Things Created For You.

She loved to travel and spend quality time with family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; and brother-in-law, Tim. Survivors include her husband; son, Matthew Wilkinson; daughter, Maranda Hager; granddaughters, Autumn and Aleiyha; siblings and their spouses, Marilyn, Milford and Linda, Beverly and Don, Patty and Don, Judy and Craig; numerous nieces, nephews, other extended family members and friends.

Farewell Services and Public Livestream 10:00 A.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Raenae’s funeral fund at https://gofund.me/6a74a071, or to Breakthrough Global Ministries. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Raenae Meers, 59, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, October 10, 2021. She was born April 25, 1962 in St. Joseph to Vergia and Mary (McGinness) Wilkinson. Raenae married Russell B. Meers on June 1, 2001. He survives of the home. She lived her life as a servant, leader and builder of the kingdom for the Lord. She was devoted to Breakthrough Global Ministries. A lifelong entrepreneur, Raenae owned and operated many businesses, including Absolute Hard Surface Cleaning and Good Things Created For You. She loved to travel and spend quality time with family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; and brother-in-law, Tim. Survivors include her husband; son, Matthew Wilkinson; daughter, Maranda Hager; granddaughters, Autumn and Aleiyha; siblings and their spouses, Marilyn, Milford and Linda, Beverly and Don, Patty and Don, Judy and Craig; numerous nieces, nephews, other extended family members and friends. Farewell Services and Public Livestream 10:00 A.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Raenae’s funeral fund at https://gofund.me/6a74a071, or to Breakthrough Global Ministries. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Raenae Meers  1962 - 2021

Harold L. Weber, Sr., 66, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, October 10, 2021.

He was born June 29, 1955 in Kansas City, Missouri to Rueben and Rosella (Plotner) Weber.

Harold was a school bus driver for the Kansas City, Missouri Public School District for many years.

He loved fishing and spending time with family.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Buch Weber; and sister, Elma Weber.

Survivors include son and daughter-in-law, Harold L. Weber, Jr. and Rita, and their children, Taymantha, Jaisan, Jysten, Wilson Hareld, Susanna, Eldon, Ranndell, and Kanndaler Weber; daughter and son-in-law, Melinda and Paul Hicks, and their daughter, Spring Hicks; and daughter Elnora Weber and her children, Renesmee, Lilliana, and Kailey Price; brothers, Tilford and Myron Weber; and sisters, Elnora Weber and Lorena Woodrome.

Farewell Services and Public Livestream 3:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. 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;

Harold L. Weber, Sr., 66, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, October 10, 2021. He was born June 29, 1955 in Kansas City, Missouri to Rueben and Rosella (Plotner) Weber. Harold was a school bus driver for the Kansas City, Missouri Public School District for many years. He loved fishing and spending time with family. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Buch Weber; and sister, Elma Weber. Survivors include son and daughter-in-law, Harold L. Weber, Jr. and Rita, and their children, Taymantha, Jaisan, Jysten, Wilson Hareld, Susanna, Eldon, Ranndell, and Kanndaler Weber; daughter and son-in-law, Melinda and Paul Hicks, and their daughter, Spring Hicks; and daughter Elnora Weber and her children, Renesmee, Lilliana, and Kailey Price; brothers, Tilford and Myron Weber; and sisters, Elnora Weber and Lorena Woodrome. Farewell Services and Public Livestream 3:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. 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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Harold L. Weber, Sr.  1955 - 2021

Lori Lynn More, 54, of St. Joseph, passed away Friday, October 8, 2021 at Mosaic Life Care. 

She was born October 12, 1966 in St. Joseph, daughter of Carrie and Clifton Grooms. Lori had worked as a CNA. Her hobbies included playing online games and Facebook. 

She was preceded in death by her father, Clifton Grooms, Sr. &nbsp;

Survivors include, her mother, Carrie Ballard, children, Cody Bozarth, Christy Bozarth, Eddie Joe (Jayla Bressman) Bozarth, and Sami Bozarth, sister, Kelly Grooms, and brother, Clifton "Rudy" (Roberta) Grooms, all of St. Joseph, and 8 grandchildren.

Ms. More has been cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Thursday, October 14, 2021 at Rupp Funeral Home.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Lori Lynn More, 54, of St. Joseph, passed away Friday, October 8, 2021 at Mosaic Life Care. She was born October 12, 1966 in St. Joseph, daughter of Carrie and Clifton Grooms. Lori had worked as a CNA. Her hobbies included playing online games and Facebook. She was preceded in death by her father, Clifton Grooms, Sr. &nbsp;Survivors include, her mother, Carrie Ballard, children, Cody Bozarth, Christy Bozarth, Eddie Joe (Jayla Bressman) Bozarth, and Sami Bozarth, sister, Kelly Grooms, and brother, Clifton "Rudy" (Roberta) Grooms, all of St. Joseph, and 8 grandchildren. Ms. More has been cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Thursday, October 14, 2021 at Rupp Funeral Home.&nbsp; &nbsp;<figure>
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Lori Lynn More  1966 - 2021

Danny Lynn Swope 68, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, October 9, 2021 in Saint Joseph, MO. 

He was born March 12, 1953 in St. Joseph, MO, son of Hazel and James Swope. He graduated from DeKalb High School. He worked at State of Missouri as a Corrections Officer, retiring after 20 years of service. He was a Raider Fan, and enjoyed fishing, hunting, and camping, with his daughter, sons and grandson,  He had numerous friends, and a 2nd dad to many of his sons and daughters buddies. 

Danny was preceded in death by his parents, sisters, Patricia Marie Miller and Bonnie Burgess, and a brother, J.R. Swope. 

Survivors include, sons, Chad Swope (fiancé Bobbi Jo Pendleton) and Michael Swope both of St. Joseph, MO, daughter, Natalie (Cliff) Waters, Thibodaux, LA, grandson, Jaxon Swope, and granddaughter, Madison Kovac, and his loving dog, Wade. 

The family will receive friends from 6 to 8:00 PM on Friday at the Rupp Funeral Home.  Funeral services and public live stream: 2:00 pm, Saturday, October 16, 2021 at Rupp Funeral Home, Reverend Larry Gray officiating. Memorials are requested to the St. Jude's Children's Hospital.&nbsp;

Danny Lynn Swope 68, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, October 9, 2021 in Saint Joseph, MO. He was born March 12, 1953 in St. Joseph, MO, son of Hazel and James Swope. He graduated from DeKalb High School. He worked at State of Missouri as a Corrections Officer, retiring after 20 years of service. He was a Raider Fan, and enjoyed fishing, hunting, and camping, with his daughter, sons and grandson, He had numerous friends, and a 2nd dad to many of his sons and daughters buddies. Danny was preceded in death by his parents, sisters, Patricia Marie Miller and Bonnie Burgess, and a brother, J.R. Swope. Survivors include, sons, Chad Swope (fiancé Bobbi Jo Pendleton) and Michael Swope both of St. Joseph, MO, daughter, Natalie (Cliff) Waters, Thibodaux, LA, grandson, Jaxon Swope, and granddaughter, Madison Kovac, and his loving dog, Wade. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8:00 PM on Friday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Funeral services and public live stream: 2:00 pm, Saturday, October 16, 2021 at Rupp Funeral Home, Reverend Larry Gray officiating. Memorials are requested to the St. Jude's Children's Hospital.&nbsp;<figure>
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Danny Lynn Swope  1953 - 2021

Elizabeth Irene Woosley 78, of Stewartsville, Missouri passed away Sunday October 10, 2021 at her home. 

She was born April 20, 1943 in Falls City, Nebraska daughter of the late "Margie" Ivalene &amp; Louis Sheble. She graduated from Falls City High School, and was an Administrator for the Shebles Nursing home, she also was the Principle at South Park Christian Academy. She loved Jesus and wanted everyone to know Him. She was a member of the South Park Assembly of God. 

Elizabeth was preceded in death by her parents, brothers, Robert, Donald and Frank Sheble, sister, Margie Sheble, and three grandchildren, Matthew McKelvey, Jeremy McCourt, and Dennie Roscoe McCourt III. 

She is survived by husband, Leonard Woosley of the home, children: Tammy (Mike) McKelvey, Buffalo, MO, Dennie (Karen) McCourt, Bethany, MO, Gary (Sindie) McCourt, St. Joseph, and Stacey (Jim) Morris, Saint Joseph, MO, 12 grandchildren 18 great grandchildren, and a sister Linda (Ronnie) Pfaffly. 

She will be cremated under care of the Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

Elizabeth Irene Woosley 78, of Stewartsville, Missouri passed away Sunday October 10, 2021 at her home. She was born April 20, 1943 in Falls City, Nebraska daughter of the late "Margie" Ivalene &amp; Louis Sheble. She graduated from Falls City High School, and was an Administrator for the Shebles Nursing home, she also was the Principle at South Park Christian Academy. She loved Jesus and wanted everyone to know Him. She was a member of the South Park Assembly of God. Elizabeth was preceded in death by her parents, brothers, Robert, Donald and Frank Sheble, sister, Margie Sheble, and three grandchildren, Matthew McKelvey, Jeremy McCourt, and Dennie Roscoe McCourt III. She is survived by husband, Leonard Woosley of the home, children: Tammy (Mike) McKelvey, Buffalo, MO, Dennie (Karen) McCourt, Bethany, MO, Gary (Sindie) McCourt, St. Joseph, and Stacey (Jim) Morris, Saint Joseph, MO, 12 grandchildren 18 great grandchildren, and a sister Linda (Ronnie) Pfaffly. She will be cremated under care of the Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com<figure>
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Elizabeth Irene Woosley  1943 - 2021

Crystal Mahoney 57, of Saint Joseph, MO passed away Saturday, October 9, 2021 at her home in Saint Joseph, MO. 

She was born March 23, 1964 in Las Animas, CO, daughter of Evelyn and Nicolas Aguilar. She graduated from Leavenworth High School and the Kansas City Kansas Community College. She married Tom Mahoney on October 7, 1995 and he survives of the home. She worked in the retail packaging industry, and owned a retail packaging company. She enjoyed traveling to Mexico and the Caribbean with her family and friends, she enjoyed the Royals, Chiefs and even the Broncos. She was a member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. 

Crystal is survived by her husband, Tom Mahoney of the home, her parents, Nicolas and Evelyn Aguilar of Leavenworth, KS, brother, Nicolas (Mindy) Aguilar Jr. of Eudora, KS, sisters, Celeste (Dale) Pendergraft, Leavenworth, KS, and Sonia Aguilar (Mark Shore), Leavenworth, KS, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews.

The Rosary will be prayed at 5:30 PM and the family will receive friends until 8:00 PM Friday at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. The Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM Saturday, Father Al Eboch Celebrant, at the St. Francis Catholic Church. Inurnment will follow at the Mount Olivet Cemetery. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Crystal Mahoney 57, of Saint Joseph, MO passed away Saturday, October 9, 2021 at her home in Saint Joseph, MO. She was born March 23, 1964 in Las Animas, CO, daughter of Evelyn and Nicolas Aguilar. She graduated from Leavenworth High School and the Kansas City Kansas Community College. She married Tom Mahoney on October 7, 1995 and he survives of the home. She worked in the retail packaging industry, and owned a retail packaging company. She enjoyed traveling to Mexico and the Caribbean with her family and friends, she enjoyed the Royals, Chiefs and even the Broncos. She was a member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. Crystal is survived by her husband, Tom Mahoney of the home, her parents, Nicolas and Evelyn Aguilar of Leavenworth, KS, brother, Nicolas (Mindy) Aguilar Jr. of Eudora, KS, sisters, Celeste (Dale) Pendergraft, Leavenworth, KS, and Sonia Aguilar (Mark Shore), Leavenworth, KS, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews. The Rosary will be prayed at 5:30 PM and the family will receive friends until 8:00 PM Friday at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. The Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM Saturday, Father Al Eboch Celebrant, at the St. Francis Catholic Church. Inurnment will follow at the Mount Olivet Cemetery. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Crystal Mahoney  1964 - 2021

Leon Pickens 83, of Atchison, Kansas passed away Saturday, October 9, 2021 in a Atchison Hospital. 

He was born July 13, 1938 in Louisville, Illinois, son of the late Cora &amp; John Pickens. He worked in the Automotive field as a mechanic and salesman. 

Leon was preceded in death by his wife, Beverly Darlene Pickens, his parents, sister, Merle Foreman, and brothers, Gene, Keith, and James Pickens. 

He is survived by sons, Ronnie Pickens, Richard (Adrienne) Pickens, and Ramsey Pickens, daughter, Ricarda Pickens, 8 grandchildren, numerous great grandchildren, and a sister, Shirley Atchison. 

He will be cremated under the care of the Rupp Funeral Home.&nbsp;

Leon Pickens 83, of Atchison, Kansas passed away Saturday, October 9, 2021 in a Atchison Hospital. He was born July 13, 1938 in Louisville, Illinois, son of the late Cora &amp; John Pickens. He worked in the Automotive field as a mechanic and salesman. Leon was preceded in death by his wife, Beverly Darlene Pickens, his parents, sister, Merle Foreman, and brothers, Gene, Keith, and James Pickens. He is survived by sons, Ronnie Pickens, Richard (Adrienne) Pickens, and Ramsey Pickens, daughter, Ricarda Pickens, 8 grandchildren, numerous great grandchildren, and a sister, Shirley Atchison. He will be cremated under the care of the Rupp Funeral Home.&nbsp;

Leon Pickens  1938 -2021

Margaret Ann (Sinclair) Massey Whitney Wiley, 83, of Horton Kansas entered into her Savior's presence on October 9, 2021, at the hospital in Hiawatha.&nbsp; She was surrounded by family, praying and singing prior to her passing.&nbsp;&nbsp;

She was born on April 6, 1938 at Oelwein, Iowa, one of five children to Lester and Helen (Brant) Sinclair.&nbsp; She graduated in 1956 from Morrill High School and has lived in Horton since 1958.

Margaret became a follower of Jesus Christ February 13, 1948 and was baptized Palm Sunday of 1948.&nbsp; Margaret was a cook for many years at the Horton School District.&nbsp; She also worked as a receptionist and CNA at Tri County Manor in Horton.&nbsp; She was greatly involved in the Horton First Baptist Church.&nbsp; She taught Sunday School, choir, and worked in the Awana Program and was on many church committees.&nbsp; She was a seamstress, sewing love with every stitch.&nbsp; Her biggest joys were her love for Christ and her family.&nbsp; She was a witness to Jesus' saving grace.&nbsp;

Margaret married Melvin C. Massey on October 12, 1958.&nbsp; Two children were born of this union, Melvin L. (Mary Ann) of Denton, KS and Lisa (Rick) Boeschling of Waterville, KS.&nbsp; Melvin C. passed December 5, 1990.

She married Ralph F. Whitney, Sr, March 12, 1994.&nbsp; Ralph passed September 18, 2003.&nbsp; She married Phil Wiley, February 13, 2015.&nbsp; He survives of the home.&nbsp; She was blessed with having married three wonderful Christian men.&nbsp;

She is survived by her children, four grandchildren,&nbsp;four great-grandchildren, two extended families, the Whitney's and the Wiley's and. one sister, Priscilla Hill.&nbsp; She also "adopted" many others into her family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother, Roger Sinclair, and two sisters, Aleta Harris and Anita Evans.

A Celebration of Margaret’s Eternal Life is planned for 10:30 a.m. Friday, October 15, at the First Baptist Church in Horton.&nbsp; Pastor John Kress will officiate.&nbsp; Interment will follow at Horton Cemetery.

Friends may call at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, Hiawatha after 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Thursday.&nbsp; The family will meet friends from 6 until 8 that evening at First Baptist Church, Horton.

Memorial donations are suggested to the First Baptist Church, Horton, KS in care of Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, 124 7th&nbsp;Street, Hiawatha, KS&nbsp; 66434.

Margaret Ann (Sinclair) Massey Whitney Wiley, 83, of Horton Kansas entered into her Savior's presence on October 9, 2021, at the hospital in Hiawatha.&nbsp; She was surrounded by family, praying and singing prior to her passing.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was born on April 6, 1938 at Oelwein, Iowa, one of five children to Lester and Helen (Brant) Sinclair.&nbsp; She graduated in 1956 from Morrill High School and has lived in Horton since 1958.Margaret became a follower of Jesus Christ February 13, 1948 and was baptized Palm Sunday of 1948.&nbsp; Margaret was a cook for many years at the Horton School District.&nbsp; She also worked as a receptionist and CNA at Tri County Manor in Horton.&nbsp; She was greatly involved in the Horton First Baptist Church.&nbsp; She taught Sunday School, choir, and worked in the Awana Program and was on many church committees.&nbsp; She was a seamstress, sewing love with every stitch.&nbsp; Her biggest joys were her love for Christ and her family.&nbsp; She was a witness to Jesus' saving grace.&nbsp;Margaret married Melvin C. Massey on October 12, 1958.&nbsp; Two children were born of this union, Melvin L. (Mary Ann) of Denton, KS and Lisa (Rick) Boeschling of Waterville, KS.&nbsp; Melvin C. passed December 5, 1990.She married Ralph F. Whitney, Sr, March 12, 1994.&nbsp; Ralph passed September 18, 2003.&nbsp; She married Phil Wiley, February 13, 2015.&nbsp; He survives of the home.&nbsp; She was blessed with having married three wonderful Christian men.&nbsp;She is survived by her children, four grandchildren,&nbsp;four great-grandchildren, two extended families, the Whitney's and the Wiley's and. one sister, Priscilla Hill.&nbsp; She also "adopted" many others into her family.She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother, Roger Sinclair, and two sisters, Aleta Harris and Anita Evans.A Celebration of Margaret’s Eternal Life is planned for 10:30 a.m. Friday, October 15, at the First Baptist Church in Horton.&nbsp; Pastor John Kress will officiate.&nbsp; Interment will follow at Horton Cemetery.Friends may call at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, Hiawatha after 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Thursday.&nbsp; The family will meet friends from 6 until 8 that evening at First Baptist Church, Horton.Memorial donations are suggested to the First Baptist Church, Horton, KS in care of Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, 124 7th&nbsp;Street, Hiawatha, KS&nbsp; 66434.<figure>
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Margaret Ann (Sinclair) Massey Whitney Wiley  1938 - 2021

Henrietta Elizabeth “Betsy” Brown Bartlett, 82, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, October 10, 2021.

She was born April 7, 1939, in St. Joseph, Missouri to Robert and Henrietta (Wyeth) Brown.

Betsy married Peyton Waggener Bartlett April 22, 1961. He preceded her in death January 3, 2012.

She was a graduate of Central High School, Stephens College, Columbia, Missouri, where she obtained her Associates Degree in Fine Arts, and later a graduate of Platt Business University.

She was a member of Christ Episcopal Church, where she served as Directress and member of the Vestry, Altar Guild, St. Joseph Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution, serving as regent from 1996-1998, Pony Express Questers, Runcie Club, Chapter EE PEO Sisterhood and NW Missouri Genealogical Society. Betsy supported many St. Joseph activities by active participation.

Betsy was a certified master gardener, enjoyed playing tennis and also watching it on television, spending time with her family and cooking family dinners.

She was also preceded in death by her parents; sister, Ann Lammers; and brother, Robert James Brown.

Survivors include daughter, Jennifer Bartlett Radmanesh (Abe); son, David “Kip” Peyton Bartlett; grandchildren, Allison (Caleb), Abigail, Hannah and Peyton; great-granddaughter, Elizabeth “Ella”; numerous nieces and nephews.

Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Thursday, Christ Episcopal Church. Interment Mount Mora Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family request donations to Christ Episcopal Church or a charity of the donor’s choice. The family requests anyone attending the visitation or service to please wear a face mask. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Henrietta Elizabeth “Betsy” Brown Bartlett, 82, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, October 10, 2021. She was born April 7, 1939, in St. Joseph, Missouri to Robert and Henrietta (Wyeth) Brown. Betsy married Peyton Waggener Bartlett April 22, 1961. He preceded her in death January 3, 2012. She was a graduate of Central High School, Stephens College, Columbia, Missouri, where she obtained her Associates Degree in Fine Arts, and later a graduate of Platt Business University. She was a member of Christ Episcopal Church, where she served as Directress and member of the Vestry, Altar Guild, St. Joseph Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution, serving as regent from 1996-1998, Pony Express Questers, Runcie Club, Chapter EE PEO Sisterhood and NW Missouri Genealogical Society. Betsy supported many St. Joseph activities by active participation. Betsy was a certified master gardener, enjoyed playing tennis and also watching it on television, spending time with her family and cooking family dinners. She was also preceded in death by her parents; sister, Ann Lammers; and brother, Robert James Brown. Survivors include daughter, Jennifer Bartlett Radmanesh (Abe); son, David “Kip” Peyton Bartlett; grandchildren, Allison (Caleb), Abigail, Hannah and Peyton; great-granddaughter, Elizabeth “Ella”; numerous nieces and nephews. Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Thursday, Christ Episcopal Church. Interment Mount Mora Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family request donations to Christ Episcopal Church or a charity of the donor’s choice. The family requests anyone attending the visitation or service to please wear a face mask. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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