Ricky A. Courter, 65, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, November 27, 2021.

Survivors include former spouse, Kris Courter; children, Nicki Drennen (Jereme), Tyson Courter (Kari), and Taron Courter (Veronica); grandchildren, Dalton, Destiny, Dayton, Delaney, Kassidy, Celebrity, Abigail, Alivia, Taron, Jr; sister, Karen; brother, Steve; nephew, Chris.

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

Ricky A. Courter, 65, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, November 27, 2021. Born September 6, 1956. Survivors include former spouse, Kris Courter; children, Nicki Drennen (Jereme), Tyson Courter (Kari), and Taron Courter (Veronica); grandchildren, Dalton, Destiny, Dayton, Delaney, Kassidy, Celebrity, Abigail, Alivia, Taron, Jr; sister, Karen; brother, Steve; nephew, Chris. Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Ricky A. Courter  1956 - 2021

Jay Loyd Whorton, 97, St. Joseph, Missouri, formerly of Union Star, Missouri, passed away Friday, November 26, 2021.

He was born February 27, 1924 in Helena, Missouri to Basil and Lois (Dorrel) Whorton.

Jay married Hazel Iris Ebersold on June 9, 1946. She preceded him in death on May 24, 2019.

He was a member of the United States Navy, serving in World War II in the South Pacific aboard the USS Baltimore as a gunner’s mate. He was a part of the occupation of Japan as a guard to the Emporer’s Palace. For 52 years, Jay was a farmer and active in the Union Star community and church. He grew up farming with horses, fishing and trapping. Jay enjoyed time with his family, John Deere tractors, playing and watching sports, especially baseball.

He was also preceded in death by parents; grandsons, Tony Fawl and Cody Bengford; great-grandson, Hunter Fawl; great-granddaughters, Hope Townsend and Faith Stoll; brother, Don Whorton (Georgia); sister, Neva Wolford (Bill); brothers-in-law, Pete Wheeler and Robert Wood.

Survivors include children, Lennis Courtney (Dean), Greg Whorton (Vonya), Dennis Whorton (Christine), Joan Irwin (Beck), Jerry Max Whorton (Tamara), and Mitchell Whorton (Rhonda); 20 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren; sister, Dixie Wood; numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.

Farewell Services and Public Livestream 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Union Star Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. The family suggests memorial contributions to the Central Christian Church, 1501 North Leonard Road, St. Joseph, Missouri 64506.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jay Loyd Whorton, 97, St. Joseph, Missouri, formerly of Union Star, Missouri, passed away Friday, November 26, 2021. He was born February 27, 1924 in Helena, Missouri to Basil and Lois (Dorrel) Whorton. Jay married Hazel Iris Ebersold on June 9, 1946. She preceded him in death on May 24, 2019. He was a member of the United States Navy, serving in World War II in the South Pacific aboard the USS Baltimore as a gunner’s mate. He was a part of the occupation of Japan as a guard to the Emporer’s Palace. For 52 years, Jay was a farmer and active in the Union Star community and church. He grew up farming with horses, fishing and trapping. Jay enjoyed time with his family, John Deere tractors, playing and watching sports, especially baseball. He was also preceded in death by parents; grandsons, Tony Fawl and Cody Bengford; great-grandson, Hunter Fawl; great-granddaughters, Hope Townsend and Faith Stoll; brother, Don Whorton (Georgia); sister, Neva Wolford (Bill); brothers-in-law, Pete Wheeler and Robert Wood. Survivors include children, Lennis Courtney (Dean), Greg Whorton (Vonya), Dennis Whorton (Christine), Joan Irwin (Beck), Jerry Max Whorton (Tamara), and Mitchell Whorton (Rhonda); 20 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren; sister, Dixie Wood; numerous nieces, nephews and extended family. Farewell Services and Public Livestream 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Union Star Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. The family suggests memorial contributions to the Central Christian Church, 1501 North Leonard Road, St. Joseph, Missouri 64506.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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On November 25, 2021, Connie Louise Catron unexpectedly passed away. She was a Christian.

Connie, a twin, was born November 17, 1962 to Billy and Barbara (Hazzard) Catron in St. Joseph, MO, one of five children. She attended Central High School, where she was ROTC Military Ball Queen her sophomore year.

Connie never met a stranger. To her, everyone was a friend. She had a generous and kind heart, willing to help anyone, anytime. She loved pets, especially dogs. She enjoyed camping, Southwest motif and crafts. She crocheted hats for the babies at Children’s Mercy Hospital. She took pride in her vegetable and flower gardens.

Connie was preceded in death by her parents and two grandchildren. She is survived by her son, Scott Ficklin; daughter, Blair (Peter) Nelson; sisters, Laura (Glen) Brown, Deborah Catron, and Connie’s twin, Pamela (Seth) Harnack; brother, Mark (Ethel) Catron; seven grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.

Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M., Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. The family suggests memorial contributions to a charity of the donor’s choice. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

On November 25, 2021, Connie Louise Catron unexpectedly passed away. She was a Christian. Connie, a twin, was born November 17, 1962 to Billy and Barbara (Hazzard) Catron in St. Joseph, MO, one of five children. She attended Central High School, where she was ROTC Military Ball Queen her sophomore year. Connie never met a stranger. To her, everyone was a friend. She had a generous and kind heart, willing to help anyone, anytime. She loved pets, especially dogs. She enjoyed camping, Southwest motif and crafts. She crocheted hats for the babies at Children’s Mercy Hospital. She took pride in her vegetable and flower gardens. Connie was preceded in death by her parents and two grandchildren. She is survived by her son, Scott Ficklin; daughter, Blair (Peter) Nelson; sisters, Laura (Glen) Brown, Deborah Catron, and Connie’s twin, Pamela (Seth) Harnack; brother, Mark (Ethel) Catron; seven grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and extended family. Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M., Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. The family suggests memorial contributions to a charity of the donor’s choice. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Connie Louise Catron  1962 - 2021

Ralph Junior Hawkins, 92, of St. Joseph, passed away Sunday, November 28, 2021 at a local health care facility in St Joseph. 

He was born April 8, 1929 in Van Buren, AR, son of Bertha and Samuel Hawkins. Ralph loved fishing, spending time in his garage and watching drag racing. His great-grand babies and his cat, Little Bit were his life in his later years. 

Ralph was preceded in death by his wife, Eloise Jean Carter, his parents, sisters, Ruby Bowman, Anna Mae White, Gypsy Lyon, Rosa Camack, Betty Sue Hawkins and brother, William "Bud" Hawkins. 

Survivors include, sisters, Doris Butler of Yakima, WA, Geraldine (John) Duda of Oxnard, CA and brother, John (Linda) Hawkins of Bakersfield, CA, step-children, Clifford Carter of Savannah, MO and La Deana Wahlgren of St. Joseph, grandchildren, Raphaela Carter (Donald Henderson) of St Joseph, Paul (Vallie) Carter of St. Joseph, Cory Carter, Jennifer (Joey) Phillips, great-grandchildren, Kenya, Krystal, and Kalena Henderson and Paul and Chavo Carter and great-great grandchildren Ashley Dawn and Jackson Henderson.

Funeral services will be 7:00 pm, Thursday, December 2, 2021 at Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Edward Wallace officiating, The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Thursday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Mr. Hawkins will be cremated following services. Online condolences and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ralph Junior Hawkins, 92, of St. Joseph, passed away Sunday, November 28, 2021 at a local health care facility in St Joseph. He was born April 8, 1929 in Van Buren, AR, son of Bertha and Samuel Hawkins. Ralph loved fishing, spending time in his garage and watching drag racing. His great-grand babies and his cat, Little Bit were his life in his later years. Ralph was preceded in death by his wife, Eloise Jean Carter, his parents, sisters, Ruby Bowman, Anna Mae White, Gypsy Lyon, Rosa Camack, Betty Sue Hawkins and brother, William "Bud" Hawkins. Survivors include, sisters, Doris Butler of Yakima, WA, Geraldine (John) Duda of Oxnard, CA and brother, John (Linda) Hawkins of Bakersfield, CA, step-children, Clifford Carter of Savannah, MO and La Deana Wahlgren of St. Joseph, grandchildren, Raphaela Carter (Donald Henderson) of St Joseph, Paul (Vallie) Carter of St. Joseph, Cory Carter, Jennifer (Joey) Phillips, great-grandchildren, Kenya, Krystal, and Kalena Henderson and Paul and Chavo Carter and great-great grandchildren Ashley Dawn and Jackson Henderson. Funeral services will be 7:00 pm, Thursday, December 2, 2021 at Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Edward Wallace officiating, The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Thursday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Mr. Hawkins will be cremated following services. Online condolences and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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John F. Frayer, 72, formerly of Powhattan, passed away on November 21, 2021 at Highland Healthcare and Rehab Center.

John was born to Ernest and Janet Lawrence Frayer on January 11, 1949. He lived in highland most of his&nbsp;childhood. Later, he became a farm hand and handyman. In his younger years, he worked for a large dairy operation at Norton, KS. John enjoyed camping, fishing, spending time with family and friends.&nbsp; He helped others and had a great sense of humor.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;

&nbsp;He was married to Debbie R. Frayer for 23 years before her death in December of 2019. He was also preceded in death by his daughters:&nbsp; Nema Brown and Breanna Frayer, and&nbsp; his brother Richard Frayer.

He is survived by son Nathan Davis and wife Jonna Davis, Daughter Melissa Coots and husband Eric Coots, Grandsons Jacob Sullivan, Chance Sullivan, Logan Brown, Wesley Coots, and Patrick Coots, granddaughters:&nbsp; &nbsp;Emma Middleton and husband Billy Middleton, Alanna Young, and Kenna Davis; with several great-grandchildren. Also surviving are his brothers: &nbsp;Alvin Frayer of St. Joseph, MO, Robert Frayer of Chanute, KS, a sister Sarah Lavret of Hiawatha, KS, several nieces and nephews.

Cremation is planned with services and inurnment pending.

John F. Frayer, 72, formerly of Powhattan, passed away on November 21, 2021 at Highland Healthcare and Rehab Center.John was born to Ernest and Janet Lawrence Frayer on January 11, 1949. He lived in highland most of his&nbsp;childhood. Later, he became a farm hand and handyman. In his younger years, he worked for a large dairy operation at Norton, KS. John enjoyed camping, fishing, spending time with family and friends.&nbsp; He helped others and had a great sense of humor.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;He was married to Debbie R. Frayer for 23 years before her death in December of 2019. He was also preceded in death by his daughters:&nbsp; Nema Brown and Breanna Frayer, and&nbsp; his brother Richard Frayer.He is survived by son Nathan Davis and wife Jonna Davis, Daughter Melissa Coots and husband Eric Coots, Grandsons Jacob Sullivan, Chance Sullivan, Logan Brown, Wesley Coots, and Patrick Coots, granddaughters:&nbsp; &nbsp;Emma Middleton and husband Billy Middleton, Alanna Young, and Kenna Davis; with several great-grandchildren. Also surviving are his brothers: &nbsp;Alvin Frayer of St. Joseph, MO, Robert Frayer of Chanute, KS, a sister Sarah Lavret of Hiawatha, KS, several nieces and nephews.Cremation is planned with services and inurnment pending.www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com<figure>
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After a long battle with cancer, Susan Rae Fisher, 58, of St. Joseph, passed away on November 24, 2021 with her family by her side. Susan was born to Charles Robert “Bob” and Martha Jannett (Landrus) Wattenbarger on October 5, 1963. Susan loved the Lord, her family and friends.&nbsp;

Susan met her life-long friend and husband when they were young children. Mike William Fisher was the boy down the hill from Susan’s home growing up. Susan and Mike were reunited years later and married on March 26, 2001. Susan worked at the Dairy Queen on St. Joseph Avenue for 27 years and taught many (including her sister, daughter and nieces) how to make a perfect curl. She loved being a DQ girl and leaves behind many DQ sisters. Susan also worked at Mosaic Life Care for 24 years as an Inpatient Scheduler. She went above and beyond to ensure patients of Mosaic received their follow-up appointments upon discharge from the hospital. In everything that Susan did, she did with a servant’s heart.&nbsp; Susan was an amazing wife, mom, mamaw, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend. Family was everything to Susan and she loved holiday gatherings and reunions with extended family.

Susan is preceded in death by her father, Charles Robert “Bob” Wattenbarger and her grandson, Storm Scott Charles Huey. Susan was comforted by knowing she was going home to Jesus and would be reunited with her dad and grandson.

Survivors include her husband, Mike Fisher; sons, Brian Scott Huey and Tyler (Katie) Martin; daughter, Aubrey (Aaron) Dunn; step-daughters, Florella Hoepker and Fallyn Walker; grandchildren, Hadley Huey, Londyn Huey, Eyerland Huey, Mack Martin, Layla Martin, Everly Martin, Olivia Dunn, Sophie Walker, Loagen Walker, and Leo Hoepker; mother, Martha Jannett Wattenbarger; sisters, Connie (Fred) Hangartner, Karen Harden and Lisa (Tim) Wilcoxson; brother, Robert (Debbie) Wattenbarger; in-laws, Wanda Fisher, Brenda (Chris) Polachek, Greg (BettyAnn) Fisher, Brett Fisher, and Gina Fisher; and blessed with&nbsp;MANY&nbsp;nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.

Visitation to be held Sunday, November 28th&nbsp;at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel from 4:00-6:00 pm. Funeral services will be Monday, November 29th&nbsp;at Calvary Chapel, 1215 Jules Street, St. Joseph, MO at 10:00 am.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Calvary Chapel.&nbsp;

After a long battle with cancer, Susan Rae Fisher, 58, of St. Joseph, passed away on November 24, 2021 with her family by her side. Susan was born to Charles Robert “Bob” and Martha Jannett (Landrus) Wattenbarger on October 5, 1963. Susan loved the Lord, her family and friends.&nbsp;Susan met her life-long friend and husband when they were young children. Mike William Fisher was the boy down the hill from Susan’s home growing up. Susan and Mike were reunited years later and married on March 26, 2001. Susan worked at the Dairy Queen on St. Joseph Avenue for 27 years and taught many (including her sister, daughter and nieces) how to make a perfect curl. She loved being a DQ girl and leaves behind many DQ sisters. Susan also worked at Mosaic Life Care for 24 years as an Inpatient Scheduler. She went above and beyond to ensure patients of Mosaic received their follow-up appointments upon discharge from the hospital. In everything that Susan did, she did with a servant’s heart.&nbsp; Susan was an amazing wife, mom, mamaw, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend. Family was everything to Susan and she loved holiday gatherings and reunions with extended family.Susan is preceded in death by her father, Charles Robert “Bob” Wattenbarger and her grandson, Storm Scott Charles Huey. Susan was comforted by knowing she was going home to Jesus and would be reunited with her dad and grandson.Survivors include her husband, Mike Fisher; sons, Brian Scott Huey and Tyler (Katie) Martin; daughter, Aubrey (Aaron) Dunn; step-daughters, Florella Hoepker and Fallyn Walker; grandchildren, Hadley Huey, Londyn Huey, Eyerland Huey, Mack Martin, Layla Martin, Everly Martin, Olivia Dunn, Sophie Walker, Loagen Walker, and Leo Hoepker; mother, Martha Jannett Wattenbarger; sisters, Connie (Fred) Hangartner, Karen Harden and Lisa (Tim) Wilcoxson; brother, Robert (Debbie) Wattenbarger; in-laws, Wanda Fisher, Brenda (Chris) Polachek, Greg (BettyAnn) Fisher, Brett Fisher, and Gina Fisher; and blessed with&nbsp;MANY&nbsp;nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.Visitation to be held Sunday, November 28th&nbsp;at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel from 4:00-6:00 pm. Funeral services will be Monday, November 29th&nbsp;at Calvary Chapel, 1215 Jules Street, St. Joseph, MO at 10:00 am.In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Calvary Chapel.&nbsp;<figure>
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Sister Elena (Antonia) Hernandez, OSB, 101, a Benedictine sister of Mount St. Scholastica, Atchison, Kan., died Tuesday, November 23, 2021, at the monastery. The vigil service will be Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. in the monastery chapel, and the Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated Wednesday, December 1, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. in St. Scholastica’s Chapel. The public may attend the funeral Mass if fully vaccinated and masked. Sister Elena was born in the village of San Gabriel, Mexico, on Sept. 5, 1920. When her mother died, she got a job in a clothing factory in a nearby city to help the family. Having always loved her faith and desired religious life, at age 30 she accompanied some Benedictine sisters to Alabama and then went to Oklahoma in 1956. She was determined to receive an education, which culminated in a B.S. in secondary education. In 1977, she became a pastoral associate for the Hispanic community at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Hollis, Okla., serving there until 1993. After the move of her Red Plains Monastery community from Peidmont, Okla., to Atchison in 2009, she continued to sew, care for her beloved parakeets, and make beautiful crafts for the monastery gift shop. Sister Elena was preceded in death by her parents, Adelaida and Juan Hernandez, her brothers Juan, Pedro, and Alfonso, and sister Carmen. She is survived by nieces and nephews and her monastic family. Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home (www.beckerdyer.com) is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be sent to Mount St. Scholastica or made online at the Mount’s web site (www.mountosb.org).&nbsp;&nbsp;

Sister Elena (Antonia) Hernandez, OSB, 101, a Benedictine sister of Mount St. Scholastica, Atchison, Kan., died Tuesday, November 23, 2021, at the monastery. The vigil service will be Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. in the monastery chapel, and the Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated Wednesday, December 1, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. in St. Scholastica’s Chapel. The public may attend the funeral Mass if fully vaccinated and masked. Sister Elena was born in the village of San Gabriel, Mexico, on Sept. 5, 1920. When her mother died, she got a job in a clothing factory in a nearby city to help the family. Having always loved her faith and desired religious life, at age 30 she accompanied some Benedictine sisters to Alabama and then went to Oklahoma in 1956. She was determined to receive an education, which culminated in a B.S. in secondary education. In 1977, she became a pastoral associate for the Hispanic community at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Hollis, Okla., serving there until 1993. After the move of her Red Plains Monastery community from Peidmont, Okla., to Atchison in 2009, she continued to sew, care for her beloved parakeets, and make beautiful crafts for the monastery gift shop. Sister Elena was preceded in death by her parents, Adelaida and Juan Hernandez, her brothers Juan, Pedro, and Alfonso, and sister Carmen. She is survived by nieces and nephews and her monastic family. Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home (www.beckerdyer.com) is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be sent to Mount St. Scholastica or made online at the Mount’s web site (www.mountosb.org).&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Timothy Aaron Radke 33, Saint Joseph, Missouri, died Friday, November 26, 2021. 

He was born November 1, 1988 in St. Joseph. 

Survivors include: mother, Caroline Radke, brother, Sean Dutton, sister, Tiffany Radke, and several nieces and nephews. 

Cremation under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. There are no scheduled visitation or memorial services at this time. Memorials are requested to the Tim Radke Memorial Fund in care of the Rupp Funeral Home.&nbsp;

Timothy Aaron Radke 33, Saint Joseph, Missouri, died Friday, November 26, 2021. He was born November 1, 1988 in St. Joseph. Survivors include: mother, Caroline Radke, brother, Sean Dutton, sister, Tiffany Radke, and several nieces and nephews. Cremation under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. There are no scheduled visitation or memorial services at this time. Memorials are requested to the Tim Radke Memorial Fund in care of the Rupp Funeral Home.&nbsp;

Timothy Aaron Radke  1988 - 2021

Roy D. Earls, 78, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, November 25, 2021.

He was born February 21, 1943 in Junction City, Kansas to Roy and Betty (Lang) Earls.

Roy proudly served in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam era. He then worked as a service technician at IBM for 30 years.

He enjoyed spending time on his hobby farm, leatherworking, and photography. He also was known for his dry sense of humor.

Roy was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church.

Survivors include sons, Bryan Keith Earls, David Jon Earls (Kathleen); sisters, Mary LouAnn Cummins (Curt), Barbara Jean Watkins (Jeff).

Farewell Service and Public Livestream 1:30 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. The family suggests memorial donations to the Friends of the Animal Shelter. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Roy D. Earls, 78, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, November 25, 2021.He was born February 21, 1943 in Junction City, Kansas to Roy and Betty (Lang) Earls.Roy proudly served in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam era. He then worked as a service technician at IBM for 30 years.He enjoyed spending time on his hobby farm, leatherworking, and photography. He also was known for his dry sense of humor.Roy was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church.He was preceded in death by his parents.Survivors include sons, Bryan Keith Earls, David Jon Earls (Kathleen); sisters, Mary LouAnn Cummins (Curt), Barbara Jean Watkins (Jeff).Farewell Service and Public Livestream 1:30 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. The family suggests memorial donations to the Friends of the Animal Shelter. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.<figure>
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Betty Bryan Wenger, Hiawatha, formerly of Powhattan, was born November 24, 1926, to Edgar and Ella Collins Bryan near White Cloud.

Betty passed away a day after her 95th&nbsp;birthday, November 25, 2021 at Amberwell Hiawatha.

She graduated from Hiawatha High School in 1944 and had attended Kansas State University and taught at a rural school near Powhattan where she met Loyd V. Wenger.&nbsp; They were married March 4, 1945 and settled on the family farm.&nbsp; Loyd died March 9, 1984.&nbsp; She married Chuck Ludwig in February, 1988.&nbsp; He died August 2004.

She is survived by sons Dennis (Jackie) Wenger and Dean Wenger of Powhattan, daughter Jane (Lee) Osburn of Lawrence, son–in-law Don Ehrlich of Emporia.&nbsp; Also surviving are grandchildren Dedra (Justin) Stuteman, Amy (Scott) Corcoran, Jered (Michael) Solace, Denise (Greg) O’Bryan, Dusty Wenger, Erin (Jared) Schreiner, Jill (Jason) Selland and Jill Blake; and 17 great-grandchildren.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, brothers: Homer, Woodrow, Robert, Bill, and Clyde Bryan, and two sisters Fern Pierson and Alyce Ragan, and her daughter Judy Ehrlich, daughter-in-law Brenda Wenger, and step-grandson Todd Widman.

A Celebration of Betty’s life is planned for 11 a.m. Tuesday, November 30, at the United Methodist Church of Powhattan, with Shane Spangler and Pastor Nicholas Marsh officiating.&nbsp; Interment will follow at Powhattan Cemetery.

Friends may call at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home until 6 p.m. Monday.&nbsp; The family will meet with friends one hour prior to services Tuesday at the Church.

In lieu of flowers, the Betty requested memorials contributions to the Powhattan Methodist Church, c/o the funeral home, 124 S 7th&nbsp;St., Hiawatha 66434.

A special message or note of remembrance may be sent to the family at www. chapeloaksfuneralhome.com

Betty Bryan Wenger, Hiawatha, formerly of Powhattan, was born November 24, 1926, to Edgar and Ella Collins Bryan near White Cloud.Betty passed away a day after her 95th&nbsp;birthday, November 25, 2021 at Amberwell Hiawatha.She graduated from Hiawatha High School in 1944 and had attended Kansas State University and taught at a rural school near Powhattan where she met Loyd V. Wenger.&nbsp; They were married March 4, 1945 and settled on the family farm.&nbsp; Loyd died March 9, 1984.&nbsp; She married Chuck Ludwig in February, 1988.&nbsp; He died August 2004.She is survived by sons Dennis (Jackie) Wenger and Dean Wenger of Powhattan, daughter Jane (Lee) Osburn of Lawrence, son–in-law Don Ehrlich of Emporia.&nbsp; Also surviving are grandchildren Dedra (Justin) Stuteman, Amy (Scott) Corcoran, Jered (Michael) Solace, Denise (Greg) O’Bryan, Dusty Wenger, Erin (Jared) Schreiner, Jill (Jason) Selland and Jill Blake; and 17 great-grandchildren.She was also preceded in death by her parents, brothers: Homer, Woodrow, Robert, Bill, and Clyde Bryan, and two sisters Fern Pierson and Alyce Ragan, and her daughter Judy Ehrlich, daughter-in-law Brenda Wenger, and step-grandson Todd Widman.A Celebration of Betty’s life is planned for 11 a.m. Tuesday, November 30, at the United Methodist Church of Powhattan, with Shane Spangler and Pastor Nicholas Marsh officiating.&nbsp; Interment will follow at Powhattan Cemetery.Friends may call at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home until 6 p.m. Monday.&nbsp; The family will meet with friends one hour prior to services Tuesday at the Church.In lieu of flowers, the Betty requested memorials contributions to the Powhattan Methodist Church, c/o the funeral home, 124 S 7th&nbsp;St., Hiawatha 66434.A special message or note of remembrance may be sent to the family at www. chapeloaksfuneralhome.comWearing of masks is requested<figure>
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Betty Bryan Wenger  1926 - 2021

Eleanor Ruth Langemach passed away at Country Squire Retirement Residence in St. Joseph on November 24, 2021. 

She was born on June 19, 1926 in Hinsdale, Illinois and was baptized on December 25, 1927 at the Methodist Episcopal Church in Berwyn, Illinois. Her adoption by Walter Alva and Esther Ruth (Dillon) Peckenpaugh was finalized on December 27, 1927. They lived in Berwyn until Walter and Ruth separated and Eleanor moved with her mother to St. Joseph at the age of six. Eleanor recalled the trials of growing up during the depression. She remembered having scarlet fever, whooping cough and the old-fashioned measles.

Eleanor attended Humboldt, Todd and Pershing elementary schools and Lafayette High School in St. Joseph, graduating in 1944. Her classmates knew her as “Peck”. High school yearbooks show her to have been involved in a wide variety of clubs and activities, mostly centered around art and music. Eleanor was inducted into the Lampion Honor Society during her senior year and was recognized as one of the six highest ranking seniors that year, being named as class valedictorian. She was Editor in Chief of “The Oak” yearbook during her senior year and was described as “one of the most versatile students ever to attend Lafayette, endearing herself to all by her willingness to accept any responsibility”. Eleanor made many lifelong friends during high school. As the years passed, Eleanor always took an eager and active part in planning class reunions.&nbsp;

Upon graduation, Eleanor expressed an interest in going to college at a time when finances were scarce. She once told this to a friend who quickly responded, “You talk like a crazy woman. You can’t afford college.” And Eleanor quickly responded, “I’m going!” Through the help of scholarships, Eleanor attended the St. Joseph Junior College (now Missouri Western State University). During her summers, she worked at Wonder Bread to help pay for her college expenses. While at Junior College, Eleanor was editor of The Griffon News and secretary of Phi Theta Kappa, a national scholastic fraternity for junior colleges. She was pleased to receive the Junior College Service Award given to a student intending to continue his or her education. Eleanor spent the next two years of college at the University of Missouri in Columbia and graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Journalism.

On November 25, 1948, she married Vernon Rollin Langemach and was privileged to enjoy 51 years of marriage before Vernon’s death in 2000. Eleanor is survived by her children, Susan (Wayne) Cole and Paul (Nancy) Langemach, grandchildren Scott (Sephra) Brown, Brian (Tishia) Brown, Eric (Ekta) Langemach, Kristin (Nathan) Peterson, Mark (Maddy) Langemach, and Bailey Cole. She is also survived by great grandchildren Gabe Brown, Seth Brown, Zach Brown, Riley Brown and Sage Langemach along with sister-in-law Darline Langemach.

Eleanor first secured an advertising job in Kansas City but ended up with appendicitis and had to cancel her job. She saw that as an act of fate that allowed her to stay in St. Joseph where she would end up marrying Vernon. Her professional employment included being a layout and copy writer in the advertising department of the St. Joseph News Press (1948-1953) and serving as advertising manager for Hirsch’s department store (1953). After her children were grown, Eleanor worked as Christian Education Director at Francis Street First United Methodist Church for 13 years, retiring in 1991.

At age 12, Eleanor was confirmed into membership of the Francis Street Methodist Church and remained a member there for the rest of her life. Through the years, she served there as a board member of the church. She loved helping with landscaping around the church building. Elsewhere, she was Building Chair and Finance Chair of the former Wesley Foundation campus ministry at MWSU, being one of the incorporators of the Foundation in 1989 and playing an integral part in the building of their new campus ministry home.

In 2008, Eleanor traveled to the Holy Land in a group led by Dr. Jimmy Albright. While there, she rededicated her baptism in the Jordan River. In later years, she often accompanied her family to Sunday services at Frederick Boulevard Baptist Church and the church welcomed her graciously and with love.

In addition to caring for her family, much of Eleanor’s life was spent doing volunteer work with a focus on education and projects that benefit children and youth. As a young mother, Eleanor was active in the YWCA Young Matrons program and pre-school activities. She frequently helped out at school as a room mother or even as a chaperone for an 8th grade field trip to Dallas-Fort Worth by train. And she somehow made time to serve as a Cub Scout assistant den leader. Her children remember her as PTA president of Pershing Elementary School which automatically placed her on the St. Joseph PTA Council as a representative from Pershing.

When her children were grown, Eleanor’s energies expanded to the state level. She was state president of the Missouri PTA (1975-1977). She served on the National Board of Directors (1975-1981) and as chairperson of the National PTA Cultural Arts Reflection Project (1980-1981). In 1978, she was one of 12 representatives of the U.S. Friendship Commission selected to participate in an Educational Seminar held in Japan. Also in 1978, she was honored to be named Lay Educator of the Year by the local chapter of Phi Delta Kappa. In 2007, she received the Dr. Dan L. Colgan National PTA Foundation Award, a lifetime PTA leadership award. Eleanor has been honored as an honorary life member of the Missouri PTA, the Nebraska PTA and the National PTA.

Eleanor’s love of gardening was always evident via a simple walk through her back yard. It was a showplace to behold. Her children remember her love of flowers, her longtime membership in the Bu-An-Co Gardeners and countless hours of preparation for flower shows. She was a past president of that club and also served as parliamentarian. In the role of Habitat for Humanity Chairman for the Bu-An-Co Garden Club, she helped coordinate landscaping plantings for several Habitat Homes in St. Joseph. Eleanor served as Director of the Northwest District Council of Judges and treasurer of the Northwest District. As state president, Eleanor was quoted as saying “Cherish the memories of yesterday, savor the beauty of today, but nurture the promise of tomorrow!”

She was a past state president of the Federated Garden Clubs of Missouri (1981-1983) and was honored as a life member. She served on the state executive committee as parliamentarian and was a member of the advisory council. In 1984, she became a nationally accredited Master Flower Show Judge and enjoyed judging in state and county fairs and garden club flower shows. Continuing education included attending state Symposiums every three years. In 2019, she was granted the status and title of Master Judge Emeritus.

Eleanor served on the St. Joseph Public Library Board of Directors from October, 1981 to November, 1988. She was a member of Chapter FP of the P.E.O. Sisterhood and greatly appreciated the many cards and notes from her sisters during these past few years.

In 2016, Eleanor was honored to be recognized as one of two recipients of the YWCA Women of Excellence Lifetime Achievement Award. In a newspaper article detailing the award, long-time friend Sharon Kosek was quoted as saying “She always just was so gracious, and still is, in everything she does. She treats everyone like they’re a queen or a prince.”

While there never seemed to be enough spare time, Eleanor still enjoyed playing the piano, singing in the church choir and she had her own kiln for completion of exquisite ceramics. She loved doing needlework and had made a couple of cross stitch quilts. Her favorite song on the piano was “Living for Jesus” which she played by memory and the Bible verse she quoted almost daily was from Psalm 118:24 “This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.”

Preceding her in death are her husband and her adoptive parents, Ruth Matthews and Walter Peckenpaugh.

The family would like to thank the staff at Country Squire and the Freudenthal Home Health and Hospice teams for their many kindnesses extended to both Eleanor and her dog Cocoa. We appreciate the gentleness in which Eleanor was allowed to finally travel home into God’s waiting arms.

Farewell Services and Public Livestream 3:00 P.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. The family suggests memorial contributions to the Davis-Langemach Scholarship, C/O St. Joseph PTA Council, P.O. Box 1162, St. Joseph, MO 64502. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Eleanor Ruth Langemach passed away at Country Squire Retirement Residence in St. Joseph on November 24, 2021. She was born on June 19, 1926 in Hinsdale, Illinois and was baptized on December 25, 1927 at the Methodist Episcopal Church in Berwyn, Illinois. Her adoption by Walter Alva and Esther Ruth (Dillon) Peckenpaugh was finalized on December 27, 1927. They lived in Berwyn until Walter and Ruth separated and Eleanor moved with her mother to St. Joseph at the age of six. Eleanor recalled the trials of growing up during the depression. She remembered having scarlet fever, whooping cough and the old-fashioned measles. Eleanor attended Humboldt, Todd and Pershing elementary schools and Lafayette High School in St. Joseph, graduating in 1944. Her classmates knew her as “Peck”. High school yearbooks show her to have been involved in a wide variety of clubs and activities, mostly centered around art and music. Eleanor was inducted into the Lampion Honor Society during her senior year and was recognized as one of the six highest ranking seniors that year, being named as class valedictorian. She was Editor in Chief of “The Oak” yearbook during her senior year and was described as “one of the most versatile students ever to attend Lafayette, endearing herself to all by her willingness to accept any responsibility”. Eleanor made many lifelong friends during high school. As the years passed, Eleanor always took an eager and active part in planning class reunions.&nbsp; Upon graduation, Eleanor expressed an interest in going to college at a time when finances were scarce. She once told this to a friend who quickly responded, “You talk like a crazy woman. You can’t afford college.” And Eleanor quickly responded, “I’m going!” Through the help of scholarships, Eleanor attended the St. Joseph Junior College (now Missouri Western State University). During her summers, she worked at Wonder Bread to help pay for her college expenses. While at Junior College, Eleanor was editor of The Griffon News and secretary of Phi Theta Kappa, a national scholastic fraternity for junior colleges. She was pleased to receive the Junior College Service Award given to a student intending to continue his or her education. Eleanor spent the next two years of college at the University of Missouri in Columbia and graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Journalism. On November 25, 1948, she married Vernon Rollin Langemach and was privileged to enjoy 51 years of marriage before Vernon’s death in 2000. Eleanor is survived by her children, Susan (Wayne) Cole and Paul (Nancy) Langemach, grandchildren Scott (Sephra) Brown, Brian (Tishia) Brown, Eric (Ekta) Langemach, Kristin (Nathan) Peterson, Mark (Maddy) Langemach, and Bailey Cole. She is also survived by great grandchildren Gabe Brown, Seth Brown, Zach Brown, Riley Brown and Sage Langemach along with sister-in-law Darline Langemach. Eleanor first secured an advertising job in Kansas City but ended up with appendicitis and had to cancel her job. She saw that as an act of fate that allowed her to stay in St. Joseph where she would end up marrying Vernon. Her professional employment included being a layout and copy writer in the advertising department of the St. Joseph News Press (1948-1953) and serving as advertising manager for Hirsch’s department store (1953). After her children were grown, Eleanor worked as Christian Education Director at Francis Street First United Methodist Church for 13 years, retiring in 1991. At age 12, Eleanor was confirmed into membership of the Francis Street Methodist Church and remained a member there for the rest of her life. Through the years, she served there as a board member of the church. She loved helping with landscaping around the church building. Elsewhere, she was Building Chair and Finance Chair of the former Wesley Foundation campus ministry at MWSU, being one of the incorporators of the Foundation in 1989 and playing an integral part in the building of their new campus ministry home. In 2008, Eleanor traveled to the Holy Land in a group led by Dr. Jimmy Albright. While there, she rededicated her baptism in the Jordan River. In later years, she often accompanied her family to Sunday services at Frederick Boulevard Baptist Church and the church welcomed her graciously and with love. In addition to caring for her family, much of Eleanor’s life was spent doing volunteer work with a focus on education and projects that benefit children and youth. As a young mother, Eleanor was active in the YWCA Young Matrons program and pre-school activities. She frequently helped out at school as a room mother or even as a chaperone for an 8th grade field trip to Dallas-Fort Worth by train. And she somehow made time to serve as a Cub Scout assistant den leader. Her children remember her as PTA president of Pershing Elementary School which automatically placed her on the St. Joseph PTA Council as a representative from Pershing. When her children were grown, Eleanor’s energies expanded to the state level. She was state president of the Missouri PTA (1975-1977). She served on the National Board of Directors (1975-1981) and as chairperson of the National PTA Cultural Arts Reflection Project (1980-1981). In 1978, she was one of 12 representatives of the U.S. Friendship Commission selected to participate in an Educational Seminar held in Japan. Also in 1978, she was honored to be named Lay Educator of the Year by the local chapter of Phi Delta Kappa. In 2007, she received the Dr. Dan L. Colgan National PTA Foundation Award, a lifetime PTA leadership award. Eleanor has been honored as an honorary life member of the Missouri PTA, the Nebraska PTA and the National PTA. Eleanor’s love of gardening was always evident via a simple walk through her back yard. It was a showplace to behold. Her children remember her love of flowers, her longtime membership in the Bu-An-Co Gardeners and countless hours of preparation for flower shows. She was a past president of that club and also served as parliamentarian. In the role of Habitat for Humanity Chairman for the Bu-An-Co Garden Club, she helped coordinate landscaping plantings for several Habitat Homes in St. Joseph. Eleanor served as Director of the Northwest District Council of Judges and treasurer of the Northwest District. As state president, Eleanor was quoted as saying “Cherish the memories of yesterday, savor the beauty of today, but nurture the promise of tomorrow!” She was a past state president of the Federated Garden Clubs of Missouri (1981-1983) and was honored as a life member. She served on the state executive committee as parliamentarian and was a member of the advisory council. In 1984, she became a nationally accredited Master Flower Show Judge and enjoyed judging in state and county fairs and garden club flower shows. Continuing education included attending state Symposiums every three years. In 2019, she was granted the status and title of Master Judge Emeritus. Eleanor served on the St. Joseph Public Library Board of Directors from October, 1981 to November, 1988. She was a member of Chapter FP of the P.E.O. Sisterhood and greatly appreciated the many cards and notes from her sisters during these past few years. In 2016, Eleanor was honored to be recognized as one of two recipients of the YWCA Women of Excellence Lifetime Achievement Award. In a newspaper article detailing the award, long-time friend Sharon Kosek was quoted as saying “She always just was so gracious, and still is, in everything she does. She treats everyone like they’re a queen or a prince.” While there never seemed to be enough spare time, Eleanor still enjoyed playing the piano, singing in the church choir and she had her own kiln for completion of exquisite ceramics. She loved doing needlework and had made a couple of cross stitch quilts. Her favorite song on the piano was “Living for Jesus” which she played by memory and the Bible verse she quoted almost daily was from Psalm 118:24 “This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.” Preceding her in death are her husband and her adoptive parents, Ruth Matthews and Walter Peckenpaugh. The family would like to thank the staff at Country Squire and the Freudenthal Home Health and Hospice teams for their many kindnesses extended to both Eleanor and her dog Cocoa. We appreciate the gentleness in which Eleanor was allowed to finally travel home into God’s waiting arms. Farewell Services and Public Livestream 3:00 P.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. The family suggests memorial contributions to the Davis-Langemach Scholarship, C/O St. Joseph PTA Council, P.O. Box 1162, St. Joseph, MO 64502. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Leona Lilly Ann Ebling 84, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, November 26, 2021 at her home. 

She was born September 8, 1937 in Fillmore, MO, daughter of the late Leona and Johnnie Pettijohn. She graduated from Missouri Western State College. She worked at health care industry as a caregiver, and also worked at C.A.S.A. Leona was a member of Souls Harbor Pentecostal Church. Leona was very talented, she was an author of 2 novels, one on her life, the other a love story, she also wrote poetry, songs, and played the piano at Church. She will be sadly missed by her family and church family. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Charles Ebling Sr., granddaughter, Amanda Snethen Arnold, great granddaughter, Alia, seven brothers, Charles, James, Lester, Clyde, Ralph, John P, and Forrest, two sisters, Dolly Shaw, and Mary Ann Decker, and former daughter in law, Autumn Westcott. 

Survivors include, sons, Charles Ebling Jr. (Brandy Stringhan) Ebling Jr., John Ebling, and Walter (Terry) Ebling, daughters, Nancy Thompson, and Charlene Fay (Rev. Daniel Brown) Brown, brother Floyd Pettijohn, 24 grandchildren, 43 great grandchildren, former daughter in laws, Debbie&nbsp;

Ebling, Cindy DeSpain, Tammy Tracy, and Laura Nutt, former son in law, Rick Thompson.

Funeral services: 2:00 pm, Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at the Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Danny Brown officiating, The family will receive friends from 5-8:00 PM on Monday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the King Hill Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the Souls Harbor Pentecostal Church. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Leona Lilly Ann Ebling 84, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, November 26, 2021 at her home. She was born September 8, 1937 in Fillmore, MO, daughter of the late Leona and Johnnie Pettijohn. She graduated from Missouri Western State College. She worked at health care industry as a caregiver, and also worked at C.A.S.A. Leona was a member of Souls Harbor Pentecostal Church. Leona was very talented, she was an author of 2 novels, one on her life, the other a love story, she also wrote poetry, songs, and played the piano at Church. She will be sadly missed by her family and church family. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Charles Ebling Sr., granddaughter, Amanda Snethen Arnold, great granddaughter, Alia, seven brothers, Charles, James, Lester, Clyde, Ralph, John P, and Forrest, two sisters, Dolly Shaw, and Mary Ann Decker, and former daughter in law, Autumn Westcott. Survivors include, sons, Charles Ebling Jr. (Brandy Stringhan) Ebling Jr., John Ebling, and Walter (Terry) Ebling, daughters, Nancy Thompson, and Charlene Fay (Rev. Daniel Brown) Brown, brother Floyd Pettijohn, 24 grandchildren, 43 great grandchildren, former daughter in laws, Debbie&nbsp;

Ebling, Cindy DeSpain, Tammy Tracy, and Laura Nutt, former son in law, Rick Thompson. Funeral services: 2:00 pm, Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at the Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Danny Brown officiating, The family will receive friends from 5-8:00 PM on Monday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the King Hill Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the Souls Harbor Pentecostal Church. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Leona Lilly Ann Ebling  1937 - 2021

Elizabeth Ann Van Sickle 99, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, November 26, 2021 in Parkville, MO. 

She was born November 16, 1922 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of the late Mayme (Kirschner) and Fred Conrad. She graduated from Benton High School class of 1941 and was a homemaker. She enjoyed quilting and making afghans for her children and grandchildren. She was an active member of Evolution United Methodist church, a member of the crafters group at church, as well as TOPS, and the Entre Nous club. 

Elizabeth was preceded in death by parents, husband, Donald Earl Van Sickle Sr., son, Donald Van Sickle Jr., son-in-law Jerry Mollus and two grandchildren Laurie Van Sickle and Karissa Mollus. 

Survivors include, son, Conrad VanSickle, St. Joseph, MO, daughter, Lynda Mollus, Waterloo, IA, daughter-in-law Karen Van Sickle (Larry Lake), Agency, MO, 4 grandchildren Lynae Reents (Eric), Julie Skowron, Amy Mollus, Rebecca Fox (Josh) and 6 great grandchildren Bryan, Lyndon and Kyndal Reents, Alec Mollus, and Jonathon and Kelsey Skowron.

The family will receive friends from 6-8 PM Sunday at Rupp Funeral Home. Funeral services and public live stream 10:00 AM Monday, Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Leanna VandZandt Nauman officiating. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com&nbsp;

Elizabeth Ann Van Sickle 99, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, November 26, 2021 in Parkville, MO. She was born November 16, 1922 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of the late Mayme (Kirschner) and Fred Conrad. She graduated from Benton High School class of 1941 and was a homemaker. She enjoyed quilting and making afghans for her children and grandchildren. She was an active member of Evolution United Methodist church, a member of the crafters group at church, as well as TOPS, and the Entre Nous club. Elizabeth was preceded in death by parents, husband, Donald Earl Van Sickle Sr., son, Donald Van Sickle Jr., son-in-law Jerry Mollus and two grandchildren Laurie Van Sickle and Karissa Mollus. Survivors include, son, Conrad VanSickle, St. Joseph, MO, daughter, Lynda Mollus, Waterloo, IA, daughter-in-law Karen Van Sickle (Larry Lake), Agency, MO, 4 grandchildren Lynae Reents (Eric), Julie Skowron, Amy Mollus, Rebecca Fox (Josh) and 6 great grandchildren Bryan, Lyndon and Kyndal Reents, Alec Mollus, and Jonathon and Kelsey Skowron. The family will receive friends from 6-8 PM Sunday at Rupp Funeral Home. Funeral services and public live stream 10:00 AM Monday, Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Leanna VandZandt Nauman officiating. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com&nbsp;<figure>
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Elizabeth Ann Van Sickle  1922 - 2021

Roy Lee Thornton, 65, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Monday, November 22, 2021 at Mosaic Hospital.&nbsp;

Roy was born on July 8, 1956 in Highland, Kansas to David and Martha (Ackerson) Thornton, Sr.&nbsp;

He worked at MGP in Atchison, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;Roy’s career with MGP Ingredients spanned 47 years starting on August 14, 1974.&nbsp;&nbsp;He spent his entire career in the distillery with the majority of the time in the Feed and Grain area.&nbsp;&nbsp;Roy was the most senior operator in the Plant (this is a big deal in the union).&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Roy was preceded in death by his parents, 2 sisters, Alice Cheek, Mary Ann Weir and brother, David Thornton, Jr.&nbsp;

He is survived by his daughter, Dianna Beck (Shane) of Derby, Kansas&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Son, Roy Thornton, Jr. of St. Joseph, Missouri&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Brother, Paul Thornton of Horton, Kansas&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.&nbsp;

FUNERAL: Saturday, November 27, 2021 – 2:00 P.M.&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;At: Harman Rohde Funeral Home in Troy, Kansas&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Burial: Courter Cemetery N.E. of Troy, Kansas&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Visitation:&nbsp;&nbsp;the family will receive friends 1 hour prior to the funeral (1-2pm) at the funeral home.&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials: In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials to the Roy Thornton Memorial Fund&nbsp;

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Roy Lee Thornton, 65, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Monday, November 22, 2021 at Mosaic Hospital.&nbsp;Roy was born on July 8, 1956 in Highland, Kansas to David and Martha (Ackerson) Thornton, Sr.&nbsp;He worked at MGP in Atchison, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;Roy’s career with MGP Ingredients spanned 47 years starting on August 14, 1974.&nbsp;&nbsp;He spent his entire career in the distillery with the majority of the time in the Feed and Grain area.&nbsp;&nbsp;Roy was the most senior operator in the Plant (this is a big deal in the union).&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Roy was preceded in death by his parents, 2 sisters, Alice Cheek, Mary Ann Weir and brother, David Thornton, Jr.&nbsp;He is survived by his daughter, Dianna Beck (Shane) of Derby, Kansas&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Son, Roy Thornton, Jr. of St. Joseph, Missouri&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Brother, Paul Thornton of Horton, Kansas&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.&nbsp;FUNERAL: Saturday, November 27, 2021 – 2:00 P.M.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;At: Harman Rohde Funeral Home in Troy, Kansas&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Burial: Courter Cemetery N.E. of Troy, Kansas&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Visitation:&nbsp;&nbsp;the family will receive friends 1 hour prior to the funeral (1-2pm) at the funeral home.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials: In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials to the Roy Thornton Memorial Fund&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&nbsp;<figure>
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Roy Lee Thornton  1956 - 2021

Jeffery Dean Allen,&nbsp;58, of Hiawatha, KS died unexpectedly at this home in Pemberton Village.

Jeff was born July 29, 1963 to William and Juanita Burke Allen.&nbsp; He graduated from Papillion High School in Omaha Nebraska.&nbsp; Jeff most recently worked at Baker’s Floral in Omaha, Nebraska.&nbsp; He loved making floral arrangements and gardening.&nbsp; He also had a love for cooking, especially Italian cuisine.

Jeff was a member of the St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Omaha, NE.

Jeff is survived by his 4 siblings, William Allen and wife Ann of Omaha, NE, Peggy and husband Keary Strube of Powhattan, KS, Sherry and husband Cliff Anderson of Council Bluffs, IA, and Tammy and husband Ed Karnik of Omaha, NE.&nbsp; He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Memorial Services will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Jeffery Allen Memorial Fund, sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th&nbsp;St., Hiawatha 66434.

Jeffery Dean Allen,&nbsp;58, of Hiawatha, KS died unexpectedly at this home in Pemberton Village.Jeff was born July 29, 1963 to William and Juanita Burke Allen.&nbsp; He graduated from Papillion High School in Omaha Nebraska.&nbsp; Jeff most recently worked at Baker’s Floral in Omaha, Nebraska.&nbsp; He loved making floral arrangements and gardening.&nbsp; He also had a love for cooking, especially Italian cuisine.Jeff was a member of the St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Omaha, NE.He was preceded in death by his parents.Jeff is survived by his 4 siblings, William Allen and wife Ann of Omaha, NE, Peggy and husband Keary Strube of Powhattan, KS, Sherry and husband Cliff Anderson of Council Bluffs, IA, and Tammy and husband Ed Karnik of Omaha, NE.&nbsp; He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.Memorial Services will be held at a later date.Memorial contributions are suggested to the Jeffery Allen Memorial Fund, sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th&nbsp;St., Hiawatha 66434.<figure>
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Jeffery Dean Allen  1963 - 2021

Doris Leeson, 88, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, November 23, 2021 at home surrounded by her husband and children.

She was born September 25, 1933 in St. Joseph to Martin and Luanna (Ashton) Carpenter. She graduated from Savannah High School in 1950, where she was a member of the National Honor Society.

Doris married Marvin Lloyd Leeson on November 27, 1951. They shared 70 years together. He survives of the home.

She was very involved in PTA while her children were in school and was a “block mother” to all neighborhood children.

Devoted to her husband and family, Doris was a beautiful, conscientious woman who knew no end to her duties and always put others first. She also was a very talented woman who played piano and was quite skilled in crafts and art. She loved to draw.

She was very rooted in her faith and was a lifetime member of St. Paul Lutheran Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and brothers, Jack, David and Martin Carpenter.

Survivors include her husband, Marvin; children, Cathie Marshall, Sandra Bibb (Henry), Michael Leeson (Carol), and Cheryl Wormington; 10 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; brother, Robert Carpenter (Charlotte); numerous nieces, nephews, and other extended family.

Farewell Services and Public Livestream 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, St. Paul Lutheran Church. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M., Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. The family suggests memorial donations to St. Paul Lutheran Church. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Doris Leeson, 88, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, November 23, 2021 at home surrounded by her husband and children. She was born September 25, 1933 in St. Joseph to Martin and Luanna (Ashton) Carpenter. She graduated from Savannah High School in 1950, where she was a member of the National Honor Society. Doris married Marvin Lloyd Leeson on November 27, 1951. They shared 70 years together. He survives of the home. She was very involved in PTA while her children were in school and was a “block mother” to all neighborhood children. Devoted to her husband and family, Doris was a beautiful, conscientious woman who knew no end to her duties and always put others first. She also was a very talented woman who played piano and was quite skilled in crafts and art. She loved to draw. She was very rooted in her faith and was a lifetime member of St. Paul Lutheran Church. She was preceded in death by her parents; and brothers, Jack, David and Martin Carpenter. Survivors include her husband, Marvin; children, Cathie Marshall, Sandra Bibb (Henry), Michael Leeson (Carol), and Cheryl Wormington; 10 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; brother, Robert Carpenter (Charlotte); numerous nieces, nephews, and other extended family. Farewell Services and Public Livestream 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, St. Paul Lutheran Church. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M., Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. The family suggests memorial donations to St. Paul Lutheran Church. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Doris Leeson  1933 - 2021

Loretta E. Miller 53, of St. Joseph, passed away Monday, November 22, 2021 at her home. 

She was born August 19, 1968 in Spearfish, SD, daughter of Beverly and Willard Groce. She worked at Saxton Chateau as a cook. She enjoyed doing arts and crafts and going shopping. 

Loretta was preceded in death by her husband, Brian Miller in 2015, her parents and siblings, Mary Ellis, Robert Groce, and Carol Buehler. 

Survivors include: children, Kyle Groce, Crystal (Robert) Watson, Matthew Hahn (Misty Miller,) and Timothy Hahn, sisters, Shonna Bowman, Shirley Umscheid, Jeanette (David) Runnels, and Karen (Carl) Smith, 14 grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Ms. Miller has been cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Tuesday at the Rupp Funeral Home with a Memorial Service following at 7:00 p.m. Memorials are requested to the Loretta Miller Memorial Fund, c/o Rupp Funeral Home.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Loretta E. Miller 53, of St. Joseph, passed away Monday, November 22, 2021 at her home. She was born August 19, 1968 in Spearfish, SD, daughter of Beverly and Willard Groce. She worked at Saxton Chateau as a cook. She enjoyed doing arts and crafts and going shopping. Loretta was preceded in death by her husband, Brian Miller in 2015, her parents and siblings, Mary Ellis, Robert Groce, and Carol Buehler. Survivors include: children, Kyle Groce, Crystal (Robert) Watson, Matthew Hahn (Misty Miller,) and Timothy Hahn, sisters, Shonna Bowman, Shirley Umscheid, Jeanette (David) Runnels, and Karen (Carl) Smith, 14 grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. Ms. Miller has been cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Tuesday at the Rupp Funeral Home with a Memorial Service following at 7:00 p.m. Memorials are requested to the Loretta Miller Memorial Fund, c/o Rupp Funeral Home.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Karen Williams, 75, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away on November 23, 2021.

Karen married Jim Williams on September 4, 1970.

She was preceded in death by her husband and her parents.

She is survived by sons Bozie (Lisa) Williams, Sid (Vicky) Giffin and John Giffin; stepchildren Kim Delaney and Kevin Williams; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

The family will greet friends from 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Saturday, November 27th at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations be made to the American Kidney Foundation or to St. Joseph Animal Shelter.

Karen Williams, 75, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away on November 23, 2021.Karen married Jim Williams on September 4, 1970.She was preceded in death by her husband and her parents.She is survived by sons Bozie (Lisa) Williams, Sid (Vicky) Giffin and John Giffin; stepchildren Kim Delaney and Kevin Williams; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.The family will greet friends from 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Saturday, November 27th at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel.In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations be made to the American Kidney Foundation or to St. Joseph Animal Shelter.<figure>
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Karen Williams  1945 - 2021

Carol Allison (Schultz) Guier, 67, of Kansas City, Missouri passed away Saturday, November 20, 2021 at her home.

Carol was born on December 10, 1953 in Cape Girardeau, Missouri to Edward and Betty (Shankle) Schultz.

Carol is a graduate of Stephens College in Columbia, Missouri.

She married Roger Guier on April 15, 1978. He survives of the home. Carol was preceded in death by her parents.

Additional survivors include her daughter, Gillian Ewart (Nicholas), brother Edward Schultz and one granddaughter.

Memorial Service: 2:00 P.M. Friday, November 26, 2021 at the Harman Rohde Funeral Home in Troy, Kansas.

Visitation: 1 hour prior to service at the funeral home.

Inurnment at the Bellevue Cemetery, Leona, Kansas.

Carol Allison (Schultz) Guier, 67, of Kansas City, Missouri passed away Saturday, November 20, 2021 at her home.Carol was born on December 10, 1953 in Cape Girardeau, Missouri to Edward and Betty (Shankle) Schultz.Carol is a graduate of Stephens College in Columbia, Missouri.She married Roger Guier on April 15, 1978. He survives of the home. Carol was preceded in death by her parents.Additional survivors include her daughter, Gillian Ewart (Nicholas), brother Edward Schultz and one granddaughter.Memorial Service: 2:00 P.M. Friday, November 26, 2021 at the Harman Rohde Funeral Home in Troy, Kansas.Visitation: 1 hour prior to service at the funeral home.Inurnment at the Bellevue Cemetery, Leona, Kansas.www.harmanrohde.com

Carol Allison (Schultz) Guier  1953 - 2021

Brian Matthew Sharpe, 42, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, November 23, 2021.

On November 4, 1979 he was born in St. Joseph, Missouri to Marilyn Sharpe.

Brian graduated from Lafayette High School.

He was an avid Kansas City Chiefs fan and a Pokemon Go enthusiast. Brian loved to go fishing with his Uncle Don. Christmas was his favorite holiday. He will be remembered as the kindest man anyone could ever hope to meet.

Survivors include his mother; grandmother, Marjorie M. Catron; siblings, Mauricia Sharpe, Chris Sharpe (Jessica), Angela Sharpe; uncle and aunt, Don and Kim Catron; caregiver, Kathy Lewis; numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.

Farewell Services and Public Livestream 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Mount Auburn Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Brian Matthew Sharpe, 42, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, November 23, 2021. On November 4, 1979 he was born in St. Joseph, Missouri to Marilyn Sharpe. Brian graduated from Lafayette High School. He was an avid Kansas City Chiefs fan and a Pokemon Go enthusiast. Brian loved to go fishing with his Uncle Don. Christmas was his favorite holiday. He will be remembered as the kindest man anyone could ever hope to meet. Survivors include his mother; grandmother, Marjorie M. Catron; siblings, Mauricia Sharpe, Chris Sharpe (Jessica), Angela Sharpe; uncle and aunt, Don and Kim Catron; caregiver, Kathy Lewis; numerous nieces, nephews and extended family. Farewell Services and Public Livestream 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Mount Auburn Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Brian Matthew Sharpe  1979 - 2021

Paula Mooney, 50, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, November 22, 2021.

She was born November 16, 1971 in St. Joseph to Thomas E. Mooney, Sr. and Patty D. (Nocks) Mooney.

Paula was known to be on the lookout for treasures in unusual places. She enjoyed cooking and gardening, and especially loved spending time with her grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Patty Mooney; son, Shawn Ramirez; sister, Terry Lynn Mooney; and grandparents, Gerald and Kenneth Mooney.

Survivors include her daughter, Carrie Ramirez (John Deaton); grandchildren, Ethyn, Trystan, and Cayden Groce, and Kassidy Deaton; siblings, Thomas E. Mooney, Jr., Tim Mooney, Mikey Mooney, Tara Nicholson, Christopher (Binki), and Nicholas Munden; her father, Thomas E. Mooney, Sr.; numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.

Paula Mooney, 50, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, November 22, 2021. She was born November 16, 1971 in St. Joseph to Thomas E. Mooney, Sr. and Patty D. (Nocks) Mooney. Paula was known to be on the lookout for treasures in unusual places. She enjoyed cooking and gardening, and especially loved spending time with her grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her mother, Patty Mooney; son, Shawn Ramirez; sister, Terry Lynn Mooney; and grandparents, Gerald and Kenneth Mooney. Survivors include her daughter, Carrie Ramirez (John Deaton); grandchildren, Ethyn, Trystan, and Cayden Groce, and Kassidy Deaton; siblings, Thomas E. Mooney, Jr., Tim Mooney, Mikey Mooney, Tara Nicholson, Christopher (Binki), and Nicholas Munden; her father, Thomas E. Mooney, Sr.; numerous nieces, nephews and extended family. Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Paula Mooney  1971 - 2021

Billie Sue Cannon 48, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Tuesday November 23, 2021 in Saint Joseph. 

She was born August 8, 1973 in St. Joseph, Missouri, and was a homemaker. 

Billie was preceded in death by her mother, Linda Gill, and son, Michael Anthony Bozarth. 

Survivors include: father, Bill (Teresa) Saunders, son, Justin (Ashley) Bozarth, daughter, Dewey (Ronnie) Stevens, brothers, Jack Bozarth, and Wes Saunders, sisters, Jeannette (Randy) Ellis, Brandy (Michael) Schooler, Toni Bonea, Tina Saunders, Tiffany Saunders, and Deanna Saunders, and step father, Bill Gill. 

She will be cremated under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. Memorials are requested to the Billie Sue Cannon memorial fund in care of the Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

Billie Sue Cannon 48, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Tuesday November 23, 2021 in Saint Joseph. She was born August 8, 1973 in St. Joseph, Missouri, and was a homemaker. Billie was preceded in death by her mother, Linda Gill, and son, Michael Anthony Bozarth. Survivors include: father, Bill (Teresa) Saunders, son, Justin (Ashley) Bozarth, daughter, Dewey (Ronnie) Stevens, brothers, Jack Bozarth, and Wes Saunders, sisters, Jeannette (Randy) Ellis, Brandy (Michael) Schooler, Toni Bonea, Tina Saunders, Tiffany Saunders, and Deanna Saunders, and step father, Bill Gill. She will be cremated under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. Memorials are requested to the Billie Sue Cannon memorial fund in care of the Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com<figure>
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Billie Sue Cannon  1973 - 2021

Wayne Lynn Willmeth, 67, of Kansas City, KS died on Saturday, November 20, 2021, at the University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, KS. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Tuesday, November 30th, 2021, at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, Atchison, KS with Rev. Mike Bobbitt officiating. Burial will follow in the Sunset Memory Gardens, Atchison, KS. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 pm on Monday, November 29th, 2021, at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home. Memorials are suggested to the Milestone Youth of Greater Kansas City and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com. Wayne was born on November 10th, 1954, in Atchison, KS the son of Warren L. and Isabelle E. (Graves) Willmeth. He graduated from Atchison High School in 1973. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Education from the University of Kansas. He attended the Christ Unlimited Bible Institute, Kansas City. Wayne worked as a youth minister for Youth for Christ for 16 years, and the 2nd Mile Ministries/Milestone Youth Center for 27 years. Wayne was an Eagle Scout, served as a Boy Scout Adult Leader, was a Sachem in the Tribe of Mico-Say, where he also served as dance director and chaplain for many of the scout camps in the summer. He was a member of the Who’s Who from college, played alto sax for the Kansas University Marching Band while in KU, and in the Alumni Band. Wayne was also a member of the Order of the Arrow, and had attended Philmont Scout Ranch, and Boundary Waters scout camps. Wayne was known for his generous and kind spirit, devoted to youth ministries’. Survivors include two brothers, Warren (Joan) Willmeth, Rolling Meadows, IL, and Willie (Patty) Willmeth, Leavenworth, KS, four nieces, two nephews, four great nieces and two great nephews. His parents and grandparents preceded him in death.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Wayne Lynn Willmeth, 67, of Kansas City, KS died on Saturday, November 20, 2021, at the University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, KS. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Tuesday, November 30th, 2021, at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, Atchison, KS with Rev. Mike Bobbitt officiating. Burial will follow in the Sunset Memory Gardens, Atchison, KS. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 pm on Monday, November 29th, 2021, at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home. Memorials are suggested to the Milestone Youth of Greater Kansas City and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com. Wayne was born on November 10th, 1954, in Atchison, KS the son of Warren L. and Isabelle E. (Graves) Willmeth. He graduated from Atchison High School in 1973. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Education from the University of Kansas. He attended the Christ Unlimited Bible Institute, Kansas City. Wayne worked as a youth minister for Youth for Christ for 16 years, and the 2nd Mile Ministries/Milestone Youth Center for 27 years. Wayne was an Eagle Scout, served as a Boy Scout Adult Leader, was a Sachem in the Tribe of Mico-Say, where he also served as dance director and chaplain for many of the scout camps in the summer. He was a member of the Who’s Who from college, played alto sax for the Kansas University Marching Band while in KU, and in the Alumni Band. Wayne was also a member of the Order of the Arrow, and had attended Philmont Scout Ranch, and Boundary Waters scout camps. Wayne was known for his generous and kind spirit, devoted to youth ministries’. Survivors include two brothers, Warren (Joan) Willmeth, Rolling Meadows, IL, and Willie (Patty) Willmeth, Leavenworth, KS, four nieces, two nephews, four great nieces and two great nephews. His parents and grandparents preceded him in death.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Wayne Lynn Willmeth  1954 - 2021

Nancy Lee-McQuillan, 60, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away on Monday, November 22, 2021.

On May 11, 1961 she was born to Donald and Garra (West) Fisher in Joplin, Missouri.

Nancy married William Robert McQuillan on November 20, 2010. He precedes her in death.

She was a Primitive Baptist and a River Chix Breast Cancer survivor. She is the brightest light and mother to us all.

Survivors include Shelby Schnitker and Sasha Lee “Shaun Hoover, son-in-law”, Colin McQuillan; grandchildren, Ronin Gasper and Meyer McQuillan; brother, Casey Davis; mother, Garra Coffman; father, Donald Fisher.

Farewell Services and Public Livestream 3:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Inurnment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 1:30 to 2:30 P.M., Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Nancy Lee-McQuillan, 60, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away on Monday, November 22, 2021. On May 11, 1961 she was born to Donald and Garra (West) Fisher in Joplin, Missouri. Nancy married William Robert McQuillan on November 20, 2010. He precedes her in death. She was a Primitive Baptist and a River Chix Breast Cancer survivor. She is the brightest light and mother to us all. Survivors include Shelby Schnitker and Sasha Lee “Shaun Hoover, son-in-law”, Colin McQuillan; grandchildren, Ronin Gasper and Meyer McQuillan; brother, Casey Davis; mother, Garra Coffman; father, Donald Fisher. Farewell Services and Public Livestream 3:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Inurnment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 1:30 to 2:30 P.M., Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Nancy Lee-McQuillan 1961 - 2021

Robert Lee Russell II, 67, of Amazonia, Missouri, passed away Sunday, November 21, 2021 at Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph. 

He was born January 2, 1954 in St. Joseph, son of Meredith and Robert Russell. He graduated from Lafayette High School, class of 1972. Bob married Jelsena "Joe" Pierce on July 29, 1972. In 2011, Bob retired after 32 years with the St. Joseph Fire Department as a Mechanic. His hobbies included hunting, fishing, attending auctions and garage sales. 

Robert Lee Russell II, 67, of Amazonia, Missouri, passed away Sunday, November 21, 2021 at Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph. He was born January 2, 1954 in St. Joseph, son of Meredith and Robert Russell. He graduated from Lafayette High School, class of 1972. Bob married Jelsena "Joe" Pierce on July 29, 1972. In 2011, Bob retired after 32 years with the St. Joseph Fire Department as a Mechanic. His hobbies included hunting, fishing, attending auctions and garage sales. Bob was preceded in death by wife, Jelsena "Joe" Russell in 2013, his parents, brother, Wes Russell and sister in law, Cindy Russell. Survivors include, children, Robert Lee III (Michelle) Russell, of Basehor, KS, Leesa Russell of St. Joseph and Bryan Russell of St. Joseph, siblings, Rick (Janet) Russell of Amazonia, Linda (Mike) Rifenbark of Ozark, MO and Steve (Tammie) Russell of St. Joseph, 11 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Funeral Services will be 4:00 pm, Sunday, November 28, 2021 at Rupp Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM on Sunday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Memorials are requested to the Robert Russell II Memorial Fund, c/o Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolences and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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