Douglas Anthony Spratt born July 12, 1961 in St. Joseph, Missouri died on January 4th&nbsp;in Sanford, Florida. Doug was 59 years old and worked in the Personal Fitness Industry for 35 years.

Doug was preceded in death by his father Arthur Spratt.

He is survived by his 14-year-old son, Joseph Anthony Spratt and former wife Lynnette Roznowski Spratt of Sanford, Florida; Mother Mary Ann Spratt; sisters Allison Spratt, Kathleen Thrasher (Harry) of St. Joseph Missouri and Laura Huerter (Linus) of Seneca, Kansas, and brothers Tony Spratt (Deana) of Windermere Florida and Mark Spratt of Amazonia, Missouri.

Doug received a B.S. in Physical Education from Missouri Western State College in 1984 and from there pursued his passion for fitness and nutrition. He soon moved to Windermere, Florida and worked for Walt Disney World for several years before opening Body Coach Personal Training in 1993.

Doug also had a passion for magic and started performing as a magician when he was 16 to the amazement of his audiences. Doug was also known for his love of all animals, especially reptiles.&nbsp; He had a boa constrictor at the age of 15, and it escaped in the house until we heard our Mother scream, “It’s under the couch!” He also had two dogs, Juno and Penni, and two cats, Sugar and Georgette, whom he loved and cared for.

His passion for fitness and serving others is what drove him. The clients he has helped reach their goals is in the thousands. His sister Allison wrote, “Doug was an awesome brother and my hero. Even as an adult my brother was there for me. He helped me when I was in a bad place in my life. Thanks to Doug I became a confident, happy, and fit woman! He taught me everything I know about fitness, nutrition and being a Personal Trainer. Thanks to him I was able to help so many people in my job as a Personal Trainer. He will never be forgotten, just terribly missed.”

I have Doug to thank for my career as a business owner and Personal Trainer at Body Coach. His love of fitness has grown inside of me as we worked together for years. He never lost that beautiful smile even when he was battling cancer and handled it with incredible strength and dignity.

He will be remembered by family and friends as a loving father, good friend and caring man to all that had the pleasure of knowing him. Douglas was of the Catholic Faith.

A memorial service will be held at 10:30 AM, on Saturday January 16th&nbsp;at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel in St. Joseph

Douglas Anthony Spratt born July 12, 1961 in St. Joseph, Missouri died on January 4th&nbsp;in Sanford, Florida. Doug was 59 years old and worked in the Personal Fitness Industry for 35 years.Doug was preceded in death by his father Arthur Spratt.He is survived by his 14-year-old son, Joseph Anthony Spratt and former wife Lynnette Roznowski Spratt of Sanford, Florida; Mother Mary Ann Spratt; sisters Allison Spratt, Kathleen Thrasher (Harry) of St. Joseph Missouri and Laura Huerter (Linus) of Seneca, Kansas, and brothers Tony Spratt (Deana) of Windermere Florida and Mark Spratt of Amazonia, Missouri.Doug received a B.S. in Physical Education from Missouri Western State College in 1984 and from there pursued his passion for fitness and nutrition. He soon moved to Windermere, Florida and worked for Walt Disney World for several years before opening Body Coach Personal Training in 1993.Doug also had a passion for magic and started performing as a magician when he was 16 to the amazement of his audiences. Doug was also known for his love of all animals, especially reptiles.&nbsp; He had a boa constrictor at the age of 15, and it escaped in the house until we heard our Mother scream, “It’s under the couch!” He also had two dogs, Juno and Penni, and two cats, Sugar and Georgette, whom he loved and cared for.His passion for fitness and serving others is what drove him. The clients he has helped reach their goals is in the thousands. His sister Allison wrote, “Doug was an awesome brother and my hero. Even as an adult my brother was there for me. He helped me when I was in a bad place in my life. Thanks to Doug I became a confident, happy, and fit woman! He taught me everything I know about fitness, nutrition and being a Personal Trainer. Thanks to him I was able to help so many people in my job as a Personal Trainer. He will never be forgotten, just terribly missed.”I have Doug to thank for my career as a business owner and Personal Trainer at Body Coach. His love of fitness has grown inside of me as we worked together for years. He never lost that beautiful smile even when he was battling cancer and handled it with incredible strength and dignity.He will be remembered by family and friends as a loving father, good friend and caring man to all that had the pleasure of knowing him. Douglas was of the Catholic Faith.A memorial service will be held at 10:30 AM, on Saturday January 16th&nbsp;at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel in St. Joseph<figure>
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Douglas Anthony Spratt  1961 - 2021

Hillman H. Hull, 95 Troy, passed away January 5, 2021 at Wathena Healthcare and Rehabilitation in Wathena, KS.

Born in Morrison, Oklahoma August 20, 1925, he moved to Troy with his family in 1942. Mr. Hull graduated from Troy High School and Highland Junior College and attended classes through Emporia Teachers College. He was a member of the former Burr Oak Baptist Church and later attended the First Baptist Church of Troy.

Mr. Hull was a Navy veteran of both World War II on Guam and the Korean Conflict aboard the Destroyer USS Bradford.&nbsp;He was a former teacher of LaGrange and Old 60 country schools for 9 years, retired in 1991 as Vice President from the 1st&nbsp;Bank of Troy, as well as many years working on the side as an area electrician and as bricklayer for Midway School and Troy Armory. He was a 75-year American Legion and lifetime VFW member, loved the outdoors, hunting, shooting, fishing and was an avid rock and arrowhead hunter.

He married Grace Wiedmer Hull on May 13, 1951 at the Wathena Baptist Church and they enjoyed 66 good years together until she went on to be with the Lord on May 17, 2017.

Mr. Hull was preceded in death by his parents, John M and Florence (Law) Hull;

an infant brother, Harley Hull and infant sister, Dorothy Jean; a sister Ruth Hull and brothers Dean, Tom, and&nbsp;John R Hull; wife Grace; as well as daughter Pamela S Pickerell.

Surviving:&nbsp;&nbsp;One son, David Hull, Troy; one son-in-law, Jimmy Pickerell, Troy; two sisters, Mary Belle Gaul, Troy and Marian Karr, Portland, TX; two grandchildren, Jared Pickerell and Jena (Tyler) Williams, Atchison, KS; two great-grandchildren Jack and Judah Williams; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral Service: 2:00 P.M. Friday, January 8, 2021

At the Troy Christian Church, Troy, Kansas. Service will live streamed on https://fb.com/TroyChristianChurchKS/live

There is no scheduled family visitation, open viewing will begin at 12 noon-5 P.M. Thursday and Friday from 9 A.M. to 12 noon., at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Troy, Kansas.

Burial with graveside service at Mount Olive Cemetery Troy, Kansas. Where there will be military funeral honors under the auspices of the U.S. Navy. Those who wish to only attend graveside service or watch online due to health concerns may do so.

Memorials may be made to: First Baptist Church of Troy or Mt Olive Cemetery Assn.

Hillman H. Hull, 95 Troy, passed away January 5, 2021 at Wathena Healthcare and Rehabilitation in Wathena, KS.Born in Morrison, Oklahoma August 20, 1925, he moved to Troy with his family in 1942. Mr. Hull graduated from Troy High School and Highland Junior College and attended classes through Emporia Teachers College. He was a member of the former Burr Oak Baptist Church and later attended the First Baptist Church of Troy.Mr. Hull was a Navy veteran of both World War II on Guam and the Korean Conflict aboard the Destroyer USS Bradford.&nbsp;He was a former teacher of LaGrange and Old 60 country schools for 9 years, retired in 1991 as Vice President from the 1st&nbsp;Bank of Troy, as well as many years working on the side as an area electrician and as bricklayer for Midway School and Troy Armory. He was a 75-year American Legion and lifetime VFW member, loved the outdoors, hunting, shooting, fishing and was an avid rock and arrowhead hunter.He married Grace Wiedmer Hull on May 13, 1951 at the Wathena Baptist Church and they enjoyed 66 good years together until she went on to be with the Lord on May 17, 2017.Mr. Hull was preceded in death by his parents, John M and Florence (Law) Hull;an infant brother, Harley Hull and infant sister, Dorothy Jean; a sister Ruth Hull and brothers Dean, Tom, and&nbsp;John R Hull; wife Grace; as well as daughter Pamela S Pickerell.Surviving:&nbsp;&nbsp;One son, David Hull, Troy; one son-in-law, Jimmy Pickerell, Troy; two sisters, Mary Belle Gaul, Troy and Marian Karr, Portland, TX; two grandchildren, Jared Pickerell and Jena (Tyler) Williams, Atchison, KS; two great-grandchildren Jack and Judah Williams; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.Funeral Service: 2:00 P.M. Friday, January 8, 2021At the Troy Christian Church, Troy, Kansas. Service will live streamed on https://fb.com/TroyChristianChurchKS/liveThere is no scheduled family visitation, open viewing will begin at 12 noon-5 P.M. Thursday and Friday from 9 A.M. to 12 noon., at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Troy, Kansas.Burial with graveside service at Mount Olive Cemetery Troy, Kansas. Where there will be military funeral honors under the auspices of the U.S. Navy. Those who wish to only attend graveside service or watch online due to health concerns may do so.Memorials may be made to: First Baptist Church of Troy or Mt Olive Cemetery Assn.www.harmanrohde.com<figure>
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Hillman Harman Hull  1925 - 2021

Ronald Eugene Carron was born April 21, 1942 in Pocatello, Idaho, the son of Lila Gaston Carron and Erman Carron and grew up in White Cloud, KS.&nbsp; He passed away January 1, 2021, at the Hiawatha Community Hospital.&nbsp; He was 78.

Ron graduated with the class of 1960 in Highland.&nbsp; He decided to make the military his career and joined the US Navy. Ron served for 25 years which included the time period of the Vietnam War.&nbsp; During his career, he was stationed in Japan, Hawaii, and Adak, Alaska before he retired January 1, 1990 as a radioman first class USN.

Ronald had a strong love for the Lord and studied Bible/Ministry at Manhattan Christian College.&nbsp; He never stopped studying and completed many on-line courses with Billy Graham Ministries.

Ron’s other interests included various musical instruments, cooking and spoiling the neighborhood pets.

He married Jewel Ruth Baskins, January 1, 1982, at Sparks Baptist Church.&nbsp; They moved to Hiawatha after he retired.&nbsp; She died October 8, 2009.&nbsp; He was also preceded in death by his parents.

Survivors include a son Troy Carron, Jewel’s daughters:&nbsp; Pamela Miller, Dianna Brasington, sister Betty Moutray, brother David Fillmore, dear friend Lois Elrod, and 3 legged buddy CJ from next door.

Friends may call at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Highland after 3 p.m. Friday,&nbsp;January 15. The family will meet with friends from 5 until 7 p.m. that evening.&nbsp;

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Iola Cemetery, sent in care of the funeral home, PO Box 33, Highland 66035.

Please remember families during this critical time by sending a card or note of sympathy to the family at www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com

Ronald Eugene Carron was born April 21, 1942 in Pocatello, Idaho, the son of Lila Gaston Carron and Erman Carron and grew up in White Cloud, KS.&nbsp; He passed away January 1, 2021, at the Hiawatha Community Hospital.&nbsp; He was 78.Ron graduated with the class of 1960 in Highland.&nbsp; He decided to make the military his career and joined the US Navy. Ron served for 25 years which included the time period of the Vietnam War.&nbsp; During his career, he was stationed in Japan, Hawaii, and Adak, Alaska before he retired January 1, 1990 as a radioman first class USN.Ronald had a strong love for the Lord and studied Bible/Ministry at Manhattan Christian College.&nbsp; He never stopped studying and completed many on-line courses with Billy Graham Ministries.Ron’s other interests included various musical instruments, cooking and spoiling the neighborhood pets.He married Jewel Ruth Baskins, January 1, 1982, at Sparks Baptist Church.&nbsp; They moved to Hiawatha after he retired.&nbsp; She died October 8, 2009.&nbsp; He was also preceded in death by his parents.Survivors include a son Troy Carron, Jewel’s daughters:&nbsp; Pamela Miller, Dianna Brasington, sister Betty Moutray, brother David Fillmore, dear friend Lois Elrod, and 3 legged buddy CJ from next door.Friends may call at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Highland after 3 p.m. Friday,&nbsp;January 15. The family will meet with friends from 5 until 7 p.m. that evening.&nbsp;MASKS AND SOCIAL DISTANCING REQUIREDMemorial contributions are suggested to the Iola Cemetery, sent in care of the funeral home, PO Box 33, Highland 66035.Please remember families during this critical time by sending a card or note of sympathy to the family at www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com<figure>
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Ronald Eugene Carron  1942 - 2021

Norma Frances Didlo, 80, Tarkio, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, January 6, 2021.

She was born December 22, 1940 in St. Joseph, Missouri to Elza and Helen (Sparks) Didlo.

Norma attended Wathena High School, later earning her GED. This was a big accomplishment for her.

She worked as a Psychiatric Aide II at the St. Joseph State 
Hospital for many years, retiring in 2015. While residing in St. Joseph,
 she lived in the house once owned by Ronald Reagan and Jane Wyman.

Norma was a big Elvis Presley fan and attended two of his concerts.
 She also was into collecting Elvis memorabilia and Beanie Babies, among
 many other things. She liked dogs, but she liked her dogs, Buster and 
Bonnie, most of all.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Elza and Helen Didlo; and brother-in-law, Jack David Withrow.

Survivors include sister, Cleeta Withrow; brothers, Thomas Didlo 
(Charlene) and Mark Allen Didlo; nieces, Debbie Spurgeon and Tammy 
Didlo; nephews, David Withrow (Kathy) and Elza A. “Tony” Didlo; 
great-niece, Maria Spalding (Derek); and great-great-nephew, Arthur 
Spalding.

Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp;
 Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather 
with friends one hour prior. Flowers are appreciated.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Norma Frances Didlo, 80, Tarkio, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, January 6, 2021.
 She was born December 22, 1940 in St. Joseph, Missouri to Elza and Helen (Sparks) Didlo.
 Norma attended Wathena High School, later earning her GED. This was a big accomplishment for her.
 She worked as a Psychiatric Aide II at the St. Joseph State 
Hospital for many years, retiring in 2015. While residing in St. Joseph,
 she lived in the house once owned by Ronald Reagan and Jane Wyman.
 Norma was a big Elvis Presley fan and attended two of his concerts.
 She also was into collecting Elvis memorabilia and Beanie Babies, among
 many other things. She liked dogs, but she liked her dogs, Buster and 
Bonnie, most of all.
 She was preceded in death by her parents, Elza and Helen Didlo; and brother-in-law, Jack David Withrow.
 Survivors include sister, Cleeta Withrow; brothers, Thomas Didlo 
(Charlene) and Mark Allen Didlo; nieces, Debbie Spurgeon and Tammy 
Didlo; nephews, David Withrow (Kathy) and Elza A. “Tony” Didlo; 
great-niece, Maria Spalding (Derek); and great-great-nephew, Arthur 
Spalding.
 Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp;
 Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather 
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Bernard A. Siegmund, 85, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, January 6, 2021.

He was born October 7, 1935 in Kansas City, Kansas to Chester and Theresa (Stahl) Siegmund.

Bernard married Mary Margaret Ryan February 24, 1962. She survives of the home.

He was in the United States Air Force from 1955 to 1960.
 Bernard was a member of Grace Evangelical Church, where he also attended Bible study.

He enjoyed taking care of his cats, golf, collectibles, yardwork and being outdoors.

Bernard was preceded in death by his parents; 2 brothers; and 4 sisters.
 Survivors include sons, Kevin Siegmund, John Siegmund (Migdalia); 
grandchildren, Ember and Victoria Siegmund, Alvara Valiente; his beloved
 cats; numerous nieces and nephews.

Services will be held at a later date, Meierhoffer Funeral Home 
&amp; Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Bernard A. Siegmund, 85, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, January 6, 2021.
 He was born October 7, 1935 in Kansas City, Kansas to Chester and Theresa (Stahl) Siegmund.
 Bernard married Mary Margaret Ryan February 24, 1962. She survives of the home.
 He was in the United States Air Force from 1955 to 1960.
 Bernard was a member of Grace Evangelical Church, where he also attended Bible study.
 He enjoyed taking care of his cats, golf, collectibles, yardwork and being outdoors.
 Bernard was preceded in death by his parents; 2 brothers; and 4 sisters.
 Survivors include sons, Kevin Siegmund, John Siegmund (Migdalia); 
grandchildren, Ember and Victoria Siegmund, Alvara Valiente; his beloved
 cats; numerous nieces and nephews.
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Bernard A. Siegmund  1935 - 2021 

Margaret "Peggy" Anna (Theis) Stanton, 79, of Troy, KS, passed away peacefully Monday Jan. 4, 2021, at Mosaic Life Care Hospital. 

She was born Nov. 29, 1941, in Atchison, KS. She was the daughter of the late Millie and Nicholas Theis. She attended Mount St. Scholastica Academy located in Atchison, KS. She received her bachelors degree in English Composition from Missouri Western State University, Summa Cum Laude, and a Masters Degree from the University of Kansas in Museum Studies, Summa Cum Laude. Peggy worked at Leglar Barn Museum, Lenexa, KS, as a Museum Curator. She was very involved as member of the Doniphan County Historical Society and the Troy, Kansas, Sesquicentennial (150-year) Celebration. She also was active with Catholic Charities, and a member of the St. Charles Catholic Church, Troy KS. 

Peggy was preceded in death by her parents, and daughter, Lucy Peden, twin grandchildren George L. and Nicholas C. Stanton, two great-grandchildren, Trevor Brown and Owen Curtis. 

Survivors include brothers, Nicholas (Mary Lou) Theis, Cheyenne, WY, and Jerry Theis, Sunrise Beach, MO. Eight children beginning with the oldest: George (Kim) Stanton, Troy, KS, Sharon Curtis, Cameron, MO, Brenda Owens, who now resides in Florida, Dennis (Debbi) Stanton, Overland Park, KS, David "Shane" (Tammy) Stanton, Troy, KS, Dana Chenlo, who resides in Nebraska, Jessica Stanton, St. Joseph, MO, and twin sister Errica (Michael) Coon, Sunrise Beach, MO. Peggy left behind 28 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren, and six great-great-grandchildren. 

Memorial services with a graveside inurnment service will be held in May. She will be cremated under the care and direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. Memorials are requested to the Rosebrooks Center, P.O. Box 320599, Kansas City, MO, 64132. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

Margaret "Peggy" Anna (Theis) Stanton, 79, of Troy, KS, passed away peacefully Monday Jan. 4, 2021, at Mosaic Life Care Hospital. She was born Nov. 29, 1941, in Atchison, KS. She was the daughter of the late Millie and Nicholas Theis. She attended Mount St. Scholastica Academy located in Atchison, KS. She received her bachelors degree in English Composition from Missouri Western State University, Summa Cum Laude, and a Masters Degree from the University of Kansas in Museum Studies, Summa Cum Laude. Peggy worked at Leglar Barn Museum, Lenexa, KS, as a Museum Curator. She was very involved as member of the Doniphan County Historical Society and the Troy, Kansas, Sesquicentennial (150-year) Celebration. She also was active with Catholic Charities, and a member of the St. Charles Catholic Church, Troy KS. Peggy was preceded in death by her parents, and daughter, Lucy Peden, twin grandchildren George L. and Nicholas C. Stanton, two great-grandchildren, Trevor Brown and Owen Curtis. Survivors include brothers, Nicholas (Mary Lou) Theis, Cheyenne, WY, and Jerry Theis, Sunrise Beach, MO. Eight children beginning with the oldest: George (Kim) Stanton, Troy, KS, Sharon Curtis, Cameron, MO, Brenda Owens, who now resides in Florida, Dennis (Debbi) Stanton, Overland Park, KS, David "Shane" (Tammy) Stanton, Troy, KS, Dana Chenlo, who resides in Nebraska, Jessica Stanton, St. Joseph, MO, and twin sister Errica (Michael) Coon, Sunrise Beach, MO. Peggy left behind 28 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren, and six great-great-grandchildren. Memorial services with a graveside inurnment service will be held in May. She will be cremated under the care and direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. Memorials are requested to the Rosebrooks Center, P.O. Box 320599, Kansas City, MO, 64132. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com<figure>
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Margaret "Peggy" Anna Stanton  1941 - 2021

Alice Irene Richardson, 82, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, January 4, 2021 at a St. Joseph health care facility. 

She was born September 1, 1938 in Eldon, MO, daughter of the late Betty (Hoskins) and John Hickman. She graduated from Moberly High School, class of 1956, She graduated with an Associates Degree from Hannibal-LaGrange University in Hannibal, MO. She married Delbert Richardson on July 8, 1960 in Moberly. Alice worked as a Church Secretary for Carpenter Street Baptist in Moberly then later1st Baptist Church in Marshall, and later as a Secretary at Stetson Hats in St. Joseph. Alice loved children, and especially spending time and spoiling her grandchildren. She was a member of McCarthy Baptist Church in St. Joseph. 

Alice was preceded in death by her parents, John Sherman Hickman and Betty Bell Hickman and brother, Stan Hickman. 

Survivors include her husband of 60 years, Delbert Richardson of St. Joseph, sons, Paul Tyler (Barbara) Richardson of New York and Peter Thomas (Dorothy) Richardson of New Jersey, sisters, Marion (Howard) Mayes of Jefferson City, MO and Margaret Carter of Vermont, brothers, Donald Paul Hickman of Texas and Robert (Pam) Hickman of Kansas City, MO, grandchildren, Robyn, Justin, Heather, Dirk, Jacob, Shay and Tyler, great-grandchildren, Aria, Connor, Elliott, and Oliver.

Funeral services will be 2:00 pm, Thursday, January 7, 2021 at Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Jeremiah Bradford officiating, The family will receive friends from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM on Thursday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Mrs. Richardson will be cremated following services. Memorials are requested to the McCarthy Baptist Church. Online condolences and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Alice Irene Richardson, 82, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, January 4, 2021 at a St. Joseph health care facility. She was born September 1, 1938 in Eldon, MO, daughter of the late Betty (Hoskins) and John Hickman. She graduated from Moberly High School, class of 1956, She graduated with an Associates Degree from Hannibal-LaGrange University in Hannibal, MO. She married Delbert Richardson on July 8, 1960 in Moberly. Alice worked as a Church Secretary for Carpenter Street Baptist in Moberly then later1st Baptist Church in Marshall, and later as a Secretary at Stetson Hats in St. Joseph. Alice loved children, and especially spending time and spoiling her grandchildren. She was a member of McCarthy Baptist Church in St. Joseph. Alice was preceded in death by her parents, John Sherman Hickman and Betty Bell Hickman and brother, Stan Hickman. Survivors include her husband of 60 years, Delbert Richardson of St. Joseph, sons, Paul Tyler (Barbara) Richardson of New York and Peter Thomas (Dorothy) Richardson of New Jersey, sisters, Marion (Howard) Mayes of Jefferson City, MO and Margaret Carter of Vermont, brothers, Donald Paul Hickman of Texas and Robert (Pam) Hickman of Kansas City, MO, grandchildren, Robyn, Justin, Heather, Dirk, Jacob, Shay and Tyler, great-grandchildren, Aria, Connor, Elliott, and Oliver. Funeral services will be 2:00 pm, Thursday, January 7, 2021 at Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Jeremiah Bradford officiating, The family will receive friends from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM on Thursday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Mrs. Richardson will be cremated following services. Memorials are requested to the McCarthy Baptist Church. Online condolences and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Alice Irene Richardson  1938 - 2021

Alene Hubbard, 92, St. Joseph, Missouri; passed away Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at Carriage Square Health Care.

Alene was born on January 26, 1928 in Wathena, KS to the late Herman and Elsie Marie (Ege) Greub.

Alene married Franklin Hubbard in 1945 and to that union seven children were born.&nbsp;

She was a devoted wife and caretaker to her children.&nbsp; She also worked at Whitaker Cable Company and retired from InterServ.

Mrs. Hubbard was a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church and loved playing bingo.

Survivors include sons; Wayne, Glen, Mark and Roger Hubbard; daughter, Michelle Bally; sister, Josephine DeLay ; eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, Alene was preceded in death by her husband; son, Vernon Hubbard; daughter, Kathleen Hubbard and sister, Mary Perryman.

Parish Rosary 9:30 AM Saturday at St. Patrick's Catholic Church, with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 10:00 AM.&nbsp; Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery.&nbsp;

Visitation will be open to the public from 12:00 to 8:00 PM Friday at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel.

The family would like to encourage the wearing of masks and social distancing.

Alene Hubbard, 92, St. Joseph, Missouri; passed away Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at Carriage Square Health Care.Alene was born on January 26, 1928 in Wathena, KS to the late Herman and Elsie Marie (Ege) Greub.Alene married Franklin Hubbard in 1945 and to that union seven children were born.&nbsp;She was a devoted wife and caretaker to her children.&nbsp; She also worked at Whitaker Cable Company and retired from InterServ.Mrs. Hubbard was a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church and loved playing bingo.Survivors include sons; Wayne, Glen, Mark and Roger Hubbard; daughter, Michelle Bally; sister, Josephine DeLay ; eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.In addition to her parents, Alene was preceded in death by her husband; son, Vernon Hubbard; daughter, Kathleen Hubbard and sister, Mary Perryman.Parish Rosary 9:30 AM Saturday at St. Patrick's Catholic Church, with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 10:00 AM.&nbsp; Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery.&nbsp;Visitation will be open to the public from 12:00 to 8:00 PM Friday at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel.The family would like to encourage the wearing of masks and social distancing.<figure>
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Alene Hubbard  1928 - 2021

Francis (Davis) Wright, 73, of Wathena, Kansas died Monday, January 4, 2021 at her home.

Francis was born on November 26, 1947 in Sparks, Kansas to Calap and Helen (Atwood) Davis.&nbsp; She was a lifelong resident of Wathena.&nbsp; Francis was a cook and housekeeper at the Wathena Nursing Home for 18 years.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Survivors include her children, Larry and Jason Wright of the home.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Brenda Polito of St. Joseph, Missouri

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 6&nbsp;&nbsp; Grandchildren and several&nbsp;&nbsp; great-grandchildren

&nbsp;&nbsp; Her siblings; Kay Denny, Warren Davis, Ruth Ann Davis, Carl Davis and Donna Davis

FUNERALS: Friday, January 8, 2021 – 1:00 P.M.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; At the Harman Rohde Funeral Home in Wathena, Kansas

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;burial: Iola Cemetery south of Sparks, 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;Visitation: Thursday evening 6:30 – 8 pm at the funeral Home where friends may call after 9 am Thursday.

&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials: Francis Zacklene Memorial Fund c/o the funeral home P.O.Box 426 Wathena, KS 66090

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; www.harmanrohde.com

Francis (Davis) Wright, 73, of Wathena, Kansas died Monday, January 4, 2021 at her home.Francis was born on November 26, 1947 in Sparks, Kansas to Calap and Helen (Atwood) Davis.&nbsp; She was a lifelong resident of Wathena.&nbsp; Francis was a cook and housekeeper at the Wathena Nursing Home for 18 years.She was preceded in death by her parents.Survivors include her children, Larry and Jason Wright of the home.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Brenda Polito of St. Joseph, Missouri&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 6&nbsp;&nbsp; Grandchildren and several&nbsp;&nbsp; great-grandchildren&nbsp;&nbsp; Her siblings; Kay Denny, Warren Davis, Ruth Ann Davis, Carl Davis and Donna DavisFUNERALS: Friday, January 8, 2021 – 1:00 P.M.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; At the Harman Rohde Funeral Home in Wathena, Kansas&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;burial: Iola Cemetery south of Sparks, 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;Visitation: Thursday evening 6:30 – 8 pm at the funeral Home where friends may call after 9 am Thursday.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials: Francis Zacklene Memorial Fund c/o the funeral home P.O.Box 426 Wathena, KS 66090&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; www.harmanrohde.com

Francis (Davis) Wright  1947 - 2021

Con Andrus, 93, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, January 3, 2021. 

He was born June 10, 1927 in Topeka, Kansas to William and Laura (Robertson)&nbsp;
Con Andrus, 93, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, January 3, 2021.


Con was a member of Bible Baptist Church since 1971.

He was preceded in death by his parents; 3 brothers; and 3 sisters.

Survivors include sister, Phyllis Miller (Earl); brother, Gale Andrus (Leona); many nieces and nephews.

Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home 
&amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will 
gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home 
&amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to the
 Noyes Home for Children. Online guest book and obituary at 
www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Con was a member of Bible Baptist Church since 1971. 

Con Andrus, 93, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, January 3, 2021. He was born June 10, 1927 in Topeka, Kansas to William and Laura (Robertson)&nbsp;
Con Andrus, 93, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, January 3, 2021.
 Con was a member of Bible Baptist Church since 1971. 
 He was preceded in death by his parents; 3 brothers; and 3 sisters.
 Survivors include sister, Phyllis Miller (Earl); brother, Gale Andrus (Leona); many nieces and nephews.
 Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home 
&amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will 
gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home 
&amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to the
 Noyes Home for Children. Online guest book and obituary at 
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Con Andrus  1927 - 2021

&nbsp;Paul L. Colvin, III, 72, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, January 5, 2021.

He was born June 12, 1948 in St. Joseph to Paul L. and Genevieve L. (Wampler) Colvin Jr.

Paul married Joyce Rails on April 13, 1967. She survives of the home.
 He was a laborer at Boehringer-Ingelheim for 44 years. He also was a member of the First Baptist Church.

Paul enjoyed camping, traveling and spending time with his grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Survivors include his wife, Joyce; sons, Brian Colvin (Kara) and 
Justin Colvin; grandchildren, Elayne Colvin, Kaylee Colvin, Jacob 
Bellomy, Brianna Colvin, Christopher Colvin and Trustin Colvin; sister, 
Patricia Calkin; and brother, Rick Colvin (Donna).

Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; 
Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with
 friends 5:00 to 6:30 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; 
Crematory.&nbsp; &nbsp;

&nbsp;Paul L. Colvin, III, 72, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, January 5, 2021. 
 He was born June 12, 1948 in St. Joseph to Paul L. and Genevieve L. (Wampler) Colvin Jr.
 Paul married Joyce Rails on April 13, 1967. She survives of the home.
 He was a laborer at Boehringer-Ingelheim for 44 years. He also was a member of the First Baptist Church. 
 Paul enjoyed camping, traveling and spending time with his grandchildren.
 He was preceded in death by his parents.
 Survivors include his wife, Joyce; sons, Brian Colvin (Kara) and 
Justin Colvin; grandchildren, Elayne Colvin, Kaylee Colvin, Jacob 
Bellomy, Brianna Colvin, Christopher Colvin and Trustin Colvin; sister, 
Patricia Calkin; and brother, Rick Colvin (Donna).
 Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; 
Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with
 friends 5:00 to 6:30 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; 
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Paul L. Colvin  1948 - 2021

Dewey Harold Brown, 84, of Atchison, passed away Friday, January 1, 2021 after a lengthy illness.

A memorial graveside service will be held at a later date at Sunset Memory Gardens in Atchison. Memorial contributions are suggested to ELCA World Hunger Program and may be sent in care of Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral home who will be handling the arrangements. Online condolences may be left at www.beckerdyer.com.

Dewey was born September 5, 1936 in Easton, KS, the son of William and Bernice Petesch Brown. He attended Washington Grade School and Atchison High School. He was a member of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church where he and Barbara Jean Clark were united in marriage on August 14, 1955. Dewey worked for Yost Motor Company during school then for the Luxra Mfg. Company and Williams Pipeline. He owned Dewey’s Garage in the 800 block of Main for several years and then worked for Phalen Chevrolet and Atchison Grain Company. Leaving there he worked at We-Mac until his retirement in 1998. Dewey was a member of the Elks Lodge #647 in Atchison since 1972. He held a private pilot license and always enjoyed flying, having made several remarkable trips with his friends. Dewey enjoyed mowing grass and making hay before being diagnosed with COPD and later open heart surgery. He enjoyed his shop where he and his faithful dog, Elsie, would spend time visiting with friends and fixing things for himself and others. He was an extremely capable mechanic, and a loving and generous husband, father, and grandfather who will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

He is survived by his wife of the home, one daughter, Dianne (Pat) Knowles, Atchison; three grandchildren, Kathryn (Blake) Woolbright, San Franscisco, CA; Jennifer (Josh) Stolz of Blair, NE; and Jason Knowles, Atchison; one step-grandson, Patrick G. Knowles, Holt, MO, two great grandchildren, Isabella and Leo Stolz, one step-great grandson, Deegan Knowles, one former daughter-in-law, Rebecca Naylor, Olathe; and several nieces and a nephew.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his son William H. Brown and a brother, Samuel Brown.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Dewey Harold Brown, 84, of Atchison, passed away Friday, January 1, 2021 after a lengthy illness. A memorial graveside service will be held at a later date at Sunset Memory Gardens in Atchison. Memorial contributions are suggested to ELCA World Hunger Program and may be sent in care of Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral home who will be handling the arrangements. Online condolences may be left at www.beckerdyer.com. Dewey was born September 5, 1936 in Easton, KS, the son of William and Bernice Petesch Brown. He attended Washington Grade School and Atchison High School. He was a member of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church where he and Barbara Jean Clark were united in marriage on August 14, 1955. Dewey worked for Yost Motor Company during school then for the Luxra Mfg. Company and Williams Pipeline. He owned Dewey’s Garage in the 800 block of Main for several years and then worked for Phalen Chevrolet and Atchison Grain Company. Leaving there he worked at We-Mac until his retirement in 1998. Dewey was a member of the Elks Lodge #647 in Atchison since 1972. He held a private pilot license and always enjoyed flying, having made several remarkable trips with his friends. Dewey enjoyed mowing grass and making hay before being diagnosed with COPD and later open heart surgery. He enjoyed his shop where he and his faithful dog, Elsie, would spend time visiting with friends and fixing things for himself and others. He was an extremely capable mechanic, and a loving and generous husband, father, and grandfather who will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He is survived by his wife of the home, one daughter, Dianne (Pat) Knowles, Atchison; three grandchildren, Kathryn (Blake) Woolbright, San Franscisco, CA; Jennifer (Josh) Stolz of Blair, NE; and Jason Knowles, Atchison; one step-grandson, Patrick G. Knowles, Holt, MO, two great grandchildren, Isabella and Leo Stolz, one step-great grandson, Deegan Knowles, one former daughter-in-law, Rebecca Naylor, Olathe; and several nieces and a nephew. He was preceded in death by his parents, his son William H. Brown and a brother, Samuel Brown.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Dewey H. Brown  1936 - 2021

Larry Lee Meyerdirk, 76, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, January 3, 2021.

He was born July 22, 1944 in Spencer, Iowa to George Mathise and Vila Rose (Stroup) Meyerdirk.

Larry married Kathy Young on June 26, 1970. She survives of the home.

He was a laborer for Wilbur Vault Company for 26 years, then worked at Menards for five years.

He loved fishing, woodworking, watching the Chiefs, and camping with the family.

Larry was a very personable, likable man who never met a stranger.

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

Survivors include his wife, Kathy; children, Ruth France, Gloria Amos (Mark), Billy, and Christina Miller (Jeff Daw); eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and a sister, Terry Cooper (Robbie).

Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to help defray funeral costs.

Larry Lee Meyerdirk, 76, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, January 3, 2021.He was born July 22, 1944 in Spencer, Iowa to George Mathise and Vila Rose (Stroup) Meyerdirk.Larry married Kathy Young on June 26, 1970. She survives of the home.He was a laborer for Wilbur Vault Company for 26 years, then worked at Menards for five years.Larry was a veteran of the U.S. Army.He loved fishing, woodworking, watching the Chiefs, and camping with the family.Larry was a very personable, likable man who never met a stranger.He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers; and a grandson.Survivors include his wife, Kathy; children, Ruth France, Gloria Amos (Mark), Billy, and Christina Miller (Jeff Daw); eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and a sister, Terry Cooper (Robbie).Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to help defray funeral costs.<figure>
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Larry Lee Meyerdirk  1944 - 2021

Jean L. Riley, 102, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, December 28, 2020.

She was born March 19, 1918 to Otto and Lois (Sybil) Wolfing.

Jean worked at Liebowitz as a bookkeeper. She loved spending time with her family and was active in her church. Jean loved playing board games and always had a smile on her face, especially when deviled eggs were offered.

She was a frequent customer at her brother, Ross’ restaurant, Galvins. Jean was a jokester and earned the name, Miss Smarty Pants at Carriage Square. She enjoyed Life!!

Jean also loved spending time with her Carriage Square family.

She was preceded in death by her husband, John Riley, Jr., son, John C. Riley, III, siblings, Tom, Ruth, Sybil, Wilma, Ross and niece, Barbara Wolfing.

Survivors include family friends, Janel Thompson and Everett Chapman; nieces, Carol Wolfing Rice (Bobby Jo), Rebecca Rice Young, Amy Rice Clark, Audrey Wolfing, Susan Wagner, and nephews, Brad Wolfing (Tetiana), Richard Zebelean (Cyndi), and various great nieces and nephews.

Private Graveside Service &amp; Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. Room will be open to the public, Saturday 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.

Jean L. Riley, 102, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, December 28, 2020.She was born March 19, 1918 to Otto and Lois (Sybil) Wolfing.Jean worked at Liebowitz as a bookkeeper. She loved spending time with her family and was active in her church. Jean loved playing board games and always had a smile on her face, especially when deviled eggs were offered.She was a frequent customer at her brother, Ross’ restaurant, Galvins. Jean was a jokester and earned the name, Miss Smarty Pants at Carriage Square. She enjoyed Life!!Jean also loved spending time with her Carriage Square family.She was preceded in death by her husband, John Riley, Jr., son, John C. Riley, III, siblings, Tom, Ruth, Sybil, Wilma, Ross and niece, Barbara Wolfing.Survivors include family friends, Janel Thompson and Everett Chapman; nieces, Carol Wolfing Rice (Bobby Jo), Rebecca Rice Young, Amy Rice Clark, Audrey Wolfing, Susan Wagner, and nephews, Brad Wolfing (Tetiana), Richard Zebelean (Cyndi), and various great nieces and nephews.Private Graveside Service &amp; Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. Room will be open to the public, Saturday 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.<figure>
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Jean L. Riley  1918 - 2020

Ace W. Cheek, 79, of Wathena, Kansas, passed away at home surrounded by his family on Thursday, December 24, 2020, following a long battle with cancer.&nbsp;

Ace was born on February 26, 1941 in Denton, Kansas to Ward and Mabel (Jelly) Cheek. Following graduation from Willis High School he joined the United States Air Force serving four years, and later two years in the Kansas National Guard. He then went to work for United Telephone Company, retiring in 2006 after nearly 43 years.&nbsp;

Ace married Dorothy Kreitzer on February 26, 1966 in Hiawatha, Kansas, where they continued to live and raise their family for over 30 years. She survives of the home.&nbsp;

Additional survivors include; children, Mike Cheek, (Angie), Bonner Springs, 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;&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;Carol Vestal, (Jay), Hot Springs, Arkansas&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;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Cory Cheek and Mitch Cheek (Kelli), both of White Cloud, 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;&nbsp; &nbsp;Grandchildren, Tyler, (Brooke) Vestal, Acie, (Millennia) Vestal, Zachary Vestal, Tehya Vestal, Dylan Cheek, Emmy Cheek and Molly Cheek&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; Great granddaughter, Hadassah Vestal&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; Sister, Lillian Connolly&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; Many Nieces and nephews&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his parents, his sisters, Mary Rose Ireland and Shirley Cheek and his special brother, John Kreitzer.&nbsp;

His memorial service will be Saturday, January 9, 2021 at 11:30 A.M. &nbsp;

At the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Troy, Kansas.&nbsp;

Visitation; 10:30 A.M. 1 hour prior to service.&nbsp;

Ace W. Cheek, 79, of Wathena, Kansas, passed away at home surrounded by his family on Thursday, December 24, 2020, following a long battle with cancer.&nbsp;Ace was born on February 26, 1941 in Denton, Kansas to Ward and Mabel (Jelly) Cheek. Following graduation from Willis High School he joined the United States Air Force serving four years, and later two years in the Kansas National Guard. He then went to work for United Telephone Company, retiring in 2006 after nearly 43 years.&nbsp;Ace married Dorothy Kreitzer on February 26, 1966 in Hiawatha, Kansas, where they continued to live and raise their family for over 30 years. She survives of the home.&nbsp;Additional survivors include; children, Mike Cheek, (Angie), Bonner Springs, 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;&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;Carol Vestal, (Jay), Hot Springs, Arkansas&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;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Cory Cheek and Mitch Cheek (Kelli), both of White Cloud, 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;&nbsp; &nbsp;Grandchildren, Tyler, (Brooke) Vestal, Acie, (Millennia) Vestal, Zachary Vestal, Tehya Vestal, Dylan Cheek, Emmy Cheek and Molly Cheek&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; Great granddaughter, Hadassah Vestal&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; Sister, Lillian Connolly&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; Many Nieces and nephews&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents, his sisters, Mary Rose Ireland and Shirley Cheek and his special brother, John Kreitzer.&nbsp;Ace has been cremated. &nbsp;His memorial service will be Saturday, January 9, 2021 at 11:30 A.M. &nbsp;At the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Troy, Kansas.&nbsp;Visitation; 10:30 A.M. 1 hour prior to service.&nbsp;Memorials: St. Croix Hospice&nbsp;www.harmanrohde.com&nbsp;<figure>
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Ace W. Cheek  1941 - 2020

Rodney D. Wahlert passed away peacefully on January 2, 2021 after a lengthy illness, surrounded by his family.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Ann; an infant daughter; his father, Lowell Wahlert; his sister-in-law, Syndey Bowles; and brother-in-law, Roger Bowles.

Surviving are his mother, Anna Dell; four brothers, Jack (Randie), Ron (Elizabeth), Craig (Frances) and John (Sheila); and companion, Laura Lanning. Also surviving are his mother-in-law, Carol Butterfield; sisters-in-law, Cary Solberg (Troy) and Judy De Boer (Jim); brother-in-law, Glen Butterfield; and several nieces and nephews.

Rod enjoyed managing the family business, J.I. Banker Gas Service, for 46 years. He also loved fishing and spending time with his nieces and nephews. He had fond memories of his trips to Colorado with Patty and Truman Lake fishing trips. Before his illness, he enjoyed sharing his time with Laura while making Saturday deliveries.

Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. At his request, there will be no service. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the AFL-CIO, Second Harvest Community Food Bank, InterServ or the Salvation Army.

Rodney D. Wahlert passed away peacefully on January 2, 2021 after a lengthy illness, surrounded by his family. He is preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Ann; an infant daughter; his father, Lowell Wahlert; his sister-in-law, Syndey Bowles; and brother-in-law, Roger Bowles. Surviving are his mother, Anna Dell; four brothers, Jack (Randie), Ron (Elizabeth), Craig (Frances) and John (Sheila); and companion, Laura Lanning. Also surviving are his mother-in-law, Carol Butterfield; sisters-in-law, Cary Solberg (Troy) and Judy De Boer (Jim); brother-in-law, Glen Butterfield; and several nieces and nephews. Rod enjoyed managing the family business, J.I. Banker Gas Service, for 46 years. He also loved fishing and spending time with his nieces and nephews. He had fond memories of his trips to Colorado with Patty and Truman Lake fishing trips. Before his illness, he enjoyed sharing his time with Laura while making Saturday deliveries. Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. At his request, there will be no service. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the AFL-CIO, Second Harvest Community Food Bank, InterServ or the Salvation Army. <figure>
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Rodney D. Wahlert  1954 - 2021

SERVICES PENDING FAMILY NOTIFICATION.&nbsp;

<h2>Ethel Swank</h2><h2>May 4, 1938 - January 1, 2021</h2>SERVICES PENDING FAMILY NOTIFICATION.&nbsp;

Ethel Swank  1938 - 2021

Rickie “Toad” Simpson, 66, of Troy, Kansas passed away Saturday, January 2, 2021 at his &nbsp;home.&nbsp;

Rick was born on February 19, 1954 in Troy, Kansas to Ed and Jeanette (Mahlandt) Simpson.&nbsp; He lived and farmed in Brown and Doniphan Counties all his life.&nbsp;

Rick married Debbie Baxter on March 6, 1975, they later divorced. &nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his father and a brother, Tom Bruns.&nbsp;

Survivors include his sons; Brian Simpson (Natalie) and Chad Simpson (Jessica)&nbsp;

Grandchildren, Kane Simpson, Kamden Morlock, Emily Hawkins (Sheldon), and Nathan Richter.&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Brothers; Mike Simpson (Kim)&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Roger Simpson (Kristi) &nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Sisters; Kathy Smith (John Marvin Jr.)&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Patty Hewins (Glenn)&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Wendy Beahler (Ed)&nbsp;

Long time friend, Angie Neumann and sons, Korbyn Ashworth and Keaton Neumann&nbsp;

Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends.&nbsp;

FUNERAL: 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, January 6, 2021&nbsp;

Visitation: 5-7 Tuesday evening at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home, Troy, Kansas.&nbsp;

Burial:&nbsp; Mount Olive Cemetery in Troy, Kansas&nbsp;

Memorials: Rick Simpson Memorial Fund.&nbsp;

Rickie “Toad” Simpson, 66, of Troy, Kansas passed away Saturday, January 2, 2021 at his &nbsp;home.&nbsp;Rick was born on February 19, 1954 in Troy, Kansas to Ed and Jeanette (Mahlandt) Simpson.&nbsp; He lived and farmed in Brown and Doniphan Counties all his life.&nbsp;Rick married Debbie Baxter on March 6, 1975, they later divorced. &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his father and a brother, Tom Bruns.&nbsp;Survivors include his sons; Brian Simpson (Natalie) and Chad Simpson (Jessica)&nbsp;Grandchildren, Kane Simpson, Kamden Morlock, Emily Hawkins (Sheldon), and Nathan Richter.&nbsp;His mother, Jeanette Simpson&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Brothers; Mike Simpson (Kim)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Roger Simpson (Kristi) &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Sisters; Kathy Smith (John Marvin Jr.)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Patty Hewins (Glenn)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Wendy Beahler (Ed)&nbsp;Sister in law, Connie Bruns&nbsp;Long time friend, Angie Neumann and sons, Korbyn Ashworth and Keaton Neumann&nbsp;Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends.&nbsp;FUNERAL: 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, January 6, 2021&nbsp;At: New Life Church, Blair, Kansas&nbsp;Visitation: 5-7 Tuesday evening at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home, Troy, Kansas.&nbsp;Burial:&nbsp; Mount Olive Cemetery in Troy, Kansas&nbsp;Memorials: Rick Simpson Memorial Fund.&nbsp;<figure>
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Rickie Clay "Toad" Simpson  1954 - 2021

Byron W. Budden 61, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Thursday, December 31, 2020 at Mosaic Life Care Hospital. 

He was born November 17, 1959 in St. Joseph, Missouri, and graduated from Benton, class of 1978. He worked in the construction industry. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and watching the Chiefs. He was a member of the 4F Flathead Club. Byron was preceded in death by his mother, Donna Mae (Robert) Staggs, sisters, Diane Shephard, and Shirley Byrum. 

Survivors include: companion, Sherry Nurski of the home, son, Joshua Budden, St. Joseph, daughter, Leslie (John) Suba, Kansas City, MO, granddaughter, Leeann Suba, sisters, Lana (Kevin) Miller, Janet Sherer, and Becky Brockovich, brother in law, Allen Byrum, as well as several nieces, nephews, and cousins. 

The family will receive friends from 6-8 pm on Tuesday at the Rupp Funeral Home, a Celebration of Life will be 2 pm Wednesday, at the VFW Post 6760, 304 Cherokee St. He will be cremated under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. Memorials are requested to the Byron Budden Memorial Fund in care of the Rupp Funeral Home or online at www.ruppfuneral.com obituary funeral fund.

Byron W. Budden 61, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Thursday, December 31, 2020 at Mosaic Life Care Hospital. He was born November 17, 1959 in St. Joseph, Missouri, and graduated from Benton, class of 1978. He worked in the construction industry. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and watching the Chiefs. He was a member of the 4F Flathead Club. Byron was preceded in death by his mother, Donna Mae (Robert) Staggs, sisters, Diane Shephard, and Shirley Byrum. Survivors include: companion, Sherry Nurski of the home, son, Joshua Budden, St. Joseph, daughter, Leslie (John) Suba, Kansas City, MO, granddaughter, Leeann Suba, sisters, Lana (Kevin) Miller, Janet Sherer, and Becky Brockovich, brother in law, Allen Byrum, as well as several nieces, nephews, and cousins. The family will receive friends from 6-8 pm on Tuesday at the Rupp Funeral Home, a Celebration of Life will be 2 pm Wednesday, at the VFW Post 6760, 304 Cherokee St. He will be cremated under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. Memorials are requested to the Byron Budden Memorial Fund in care of the Rupp Funeral Home or online at www.ruppfuneral.com obituary funeral fund.<figure>
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Byron W. Budden  1959 - 2021

Susan Ide 71, of Easton, Missouri, passed away Friday, January 1, 2021 in Independence, MO. 

She was born August 5, 1949 in St. Joseph, MO.  Funeral services: 10:00 am Friday, January 8, 2021 at Rupp Funeral Home. 

The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Thursday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the Second Harvest Food Bank, or Friends of the Shelter. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com. 

Susan Ide 71, of Easton, Missouri, passed away Friday, January 1, 2021 in Independence, MO. She was born August 5, 1949 in St. Joseph, MO. Funeral services: 10:00 am Friday, January 8, 2021 at Rupp Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Thursday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the Second Harvest Food Bank, or Friends of the Shelter. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com. <figure>
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Susan Elaine Ide  1949 - 2021

Bernard Dean Van Cleave, 83, of St. Joseph, died January 4, 2021.&nbsp; Bernard was born July 29, 1937, in St. Joseph to Paul and Elizabeth (Katzman) Van Cleave.

He was a graduate of Lafayette High School.&nbsp; Prior to retirement he was owner, operator, and manager of Custom Wood Products.&nbsp; He also served in the Missouri National Guard.

Bernard married Ruth Ann Loomis on May 24, 1957 and she survives.&nbsp; Also surviving are son Scott Van Cleave (Cindy); daughter Dianna Brown (Kent); grandchildren, Rachel Sipes (Ross), Erica Van Cleave, Payton Brown, Tyler Brown, Ashley Brown, great-granddaughter Hannah Sipes; sister Barbara Stevenson, and nephew Randy Moran.

Bernard loved camping, playing cards, bowling, and was a model train enthusiast.&nbsp;&nbsp; He was a member of the Pony Express Kickers Square Dance Club for many years.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Bernard Dean Van Cleave, 83, of St. Joseph, died January 4, 2021.&nbsp; Bernard was born July 29, 1937, in St. Joseph to Paul and Elizabeth (Katzman) Van Cleave.He was a graduate of Lafayette High School.&nbsp; Prior to retirement he was owner, operator, and manager of Custom Wood Products.&nbsp; He also served in the Missouri National Guard.Bernard married Ruth Ann Loomis on May 24, 1957 and she survives.&nbsp; Also surviving are son Scott Van Cleave (Cindy); daughter Dianna Brown (Kent); grandchildren, Rachel Sipes (Ross), Erica Van Cleave, Payton Brown, Tyler Brown, Ashley Brown, great-granddaughter Hannah Sipes; sister Barbara Stevenson, and nephew Randy Moran.He was preceded in death by his parentsBernard loved camping, playing cards, bowling, and was a model train enthusiast.&nbsp;&nbsp; He was a member of the Pony Express Kickers Square Dance Club for many years.&nbsp;&nbsp;In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the St. Joseph Animal Shelter.Private family services will be held at Ashland Cemetery. Arrangements by Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel.<figure>
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