Janice E. (Skeen) Rollett, 74, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away peacefully at her home Thursday, January 21, 2021.

She was born December 28, 1946 to Joseph and Vivian (Moberly) Skeen. Janice married Carl Rollett; he preceded her in death. She was a grandmother to those around her. Janice never met a stranger. She was of the Christian faith.

Janice was also preceded in death by her parents, Aunt Nina and dog, Jack.

Survivors include her daughter, Rosie Schimmings, of the home; niece, Dana Moon (Michael), Excelsior Springs, Missouri; grandson, Richard Harbord; beloved dog, Dolly Parton; many great nieces, nephews extended family and friends.

Natural Farewell Services under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family suggest donations to ASPCA.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Janice E. (Skeen) Rollett, 74, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away peacefully at her home Thursday, January 21, 2021. She was born December 28, 1946 to Joseph and Vivian (Moberly) Skeen. Janice married Carl Rollett; he preceded her in death. She was a grandmother to those around her. Janice never met a stranger. She was of the Christian faith. Janice was also preceded in death by her parents, Aunt Nina and dog, Jack. Survivors include her daughter, Rosie Schimmings, of the home; niece, Dana Moon (Michael), Excelsior Springs, Missouri; grandson, Richard Harbord; beloved dog, Dolly Parton; many great nieces, nephews extended family and friends. Natural Farewell Services under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family suggest donations to ASPCA.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Janice E. (Skeen) Rollett  1946 - 2021

David Eugene Hecker 72, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, January 23, 2021 in Saint Joseph, MO. 

He was born July 27, 1948 in Lansing, MI, son of the late Margaret and Harold Hecker. He graduated from Central High School, and Missouri Western State College with a Bachelor of Science in Economic and Computer Science. He served in the United States Navy on the USS Holland. David retired from Wire Rope Corporation of America as a Computer Programmer after 25 years of service. He loved fishing at Table Rock Lake in Branson on the river, and many area lakes and ponds. He was a Christian. 

David was preceded in death by his parents, and a brother, Michael Hecker. 

Survivors include, wife, Mary (Swope) Hecker of the home, daughter, Terra (Doug) Buhman, St. Joseph, MO, grandson, Christopher Buhman, and brother, Jim (Carol) Hecker, Ozark, Missouri. 

The family will receive friends from 12:30 to 2:00 PM on Wednesday, with funeral services: 2:00 pm Wednesday, January 27, 2021 at Rupp Funeral Home, Reverend James Barnett officiating. The Interment will be at the Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the Friends of the Shelter.&nbsp;

David Eugene Hecker 72, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, January 23, 2021 in Saint Joseph, MO. He was born July 27, 1948 in Lansing, MI, son of the late Margaret and Harold Hecker. He graduated from Central High School, and Missouri Western State College with a Bachelor of Science in Economic and Computer Science. He served in the United States Navy on the USS Holland. David retired from Wire Rope Corporation of America as a Computer Programmer after 25 years of service. He loved fishing at Table Rock Lake in Branson on the river, and many area lakes and ponds. He was a Christian. David was preceded in death by his parents, and a brother, Michael Hecker. Survivors include, wife, Mary (Swope) Hecker of the home, daughter, Terra (Doug) Buhman, St. Joseph, MO, grandson, Christopher Buhman, and brother, Jim (Carol) Hecker, Ozark, Missouri. The family will receive friends from 12:30 to 2:00 PM on Wednesday, with funeral services: 2:00 pm Wednesday, January 27, 2021 at Rupp Funeral Home, Reverend James Barnett officiating. The Interment will be at the Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the Friends of the Shelter.&nbsp;<figure>
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David Eugene Hecker  1948 - 2021

Denice Ann Cannon, 57, St. Joseph, passed away Friday, January 22, 2021. She was born September 27, 1963 to Cecil and Patricia (McKinney) Cannon.

Denice loved music and dancing. She was a kid at heart and her grandkids brought it out in her.

She enjoyed spending time with her family. Denice fought a hard battle until the end and will be greatly missed by all. Denice was preceded in death by her parents; great-grandson, Omari and 2 brothers.

Survivors include her husband, Gary Hatfield, Sr.; children, Tosha Cox (Matthew), Jera Silkwood (Mike), Crystal Michel (Matthew), Amanda Reynolds; stepchildren, Gary Hatfield, Jr., Shawn Hatfield; grandchildren, Gary III, Haley, Madison, Chase, Kirsten, Lucas, Miles, Kayanna, Faith, Hope; 6 great-grandchildren; 7 brothers, 2 sisters, numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.

Services pending Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.

In lieu of flowers the family suggest donations to the funeral home do help defray funeral expenses.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Denice Ann Cannon, 57, St. Joseph, passed away Friday, January 22, 2021. She was born September 27, 1963 to Cecil and Patricia (McKinney) Cannon. Denice loved music and dancing. She was a kid at heart and her grandkids brought it out in her. She enjoyed spending time with her family. Denice fought a hard battle until the end and will be greatly missed by all. Denice was preceded in death by her parents; great-grandson, Omari and 2 brothers. Survivors include her husband, Gary Hatfield, Sr.; children, Tosha Cox (Matthew), Jera Silkwood (Mike), Crystal Michel (Matthew), Amanda Reynolds; stepchildren, Gary Hatfield, Jr., Shawn Hatfield; grandchildren, Gary III, Haley, Madison, Chase, Kirsten, Lucas, Miles, Kayanna, Faith, Hope; 6 great-grandchildren; 7 brothers, 2 sisters, numerous nieces, nephews and extended family. Services pending Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family suggest donations to the funeral home do help defray funeral expenses.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Denice Ann Cannon  1963 - 2021

Marvin George Orcutt, 82, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, January 21, 2021.

He was born April 19, 1938 in Sparks, Kansas to George Edward and Della Elaine (Durey) Orcutt.

Marvin was a truck driver for Mitchell Hills.

He enjoyed fishing and drag racing. He was of the Methodist faith. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Marvin Virgil Orcutt; brother, Martin Ray Orcutt; and sisters, Dolores Laverne Orcutt and Charlene Carlstead.

Survivors include sons, Randy Orcutt and Richard Orcutt; brother, Raymond Orcutt (Joyce); and sisters, Shirley Gibson, Helen Sexton and Anna Swann.

Graveside Farewell and Interment Services 1:00 P.M. Friday, Memorial Park Cemetery. The procession will leave from Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Friends may call from 12:00 Noon to 5:00 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Marvin George Orcutt, 82, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, January 21, 2021. He was born April 19, 1938 in Sparks, Kansas to George Edward and Della Elaine (Durey) Orcutt. Marvin was a truck driver for Mitchell Hills. He enjoyed fishing and drag racing. He was of the Methodist faith. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Marvin Virgil Orcutt; brother, Martin Ray Orcutt; and sisters, Dolores Laverne Orcutt and Charlene Carlstead. Survivors include sons, Randy Orcutt and Richard Orcutt; brother, Raymond Orcutt (Joyce); and sisters, Shirley Gibson, Helen Sexton and Anna Swann. Graveside Farewell and Interment Services 1:00 P.M. Friday, Memorial Park Cemetery. The procession will leave from Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Friends may call from 12:00 Noon to 5:00 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Marvin G. Orcutt  1938 - 2021

Marcedes Hoffman, 90, loving and dedicated mother, grandmother, wife, and friend to many, formerly of Atchison, KS, passed away Tuesday, January 19, 2021 near her family in Greeley, CO. Funeral Services will be 1:00 pm, Monday, January 25, 2021 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home with Rev. Brad Greene, officiating. Burial will follow in the Mt. Vernon Cemetery, Atchison. Family will receive friends from 4:00 to 6:00 pm, Sunday, at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, 800 Kansas Ave., Atchison. Memorial contributions in memory of Marcedes are suggested to the Mt. Vernon Cemetery Road Fund and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Words of sympathy and remembrance may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com. Nona Marcedes Bertelsen Knight Hoffman was born on November 24, 1930 in Meadville, Missouri, the daughter of Frank and Ruby (Humphfres) Bertelsen. Marcedes graduated from Meadville High School in 1948 and then attended Northeast Missouri State Teachers College (Truman University) in Kirksville, MO. Marcedes taught for two years as a rural school teacher in Linn County, MO before attending both Gard Business University and Platte College of Commerce in St. Joseph, MO. After which she worked as an Assistant to the Traffic Manager at Terminal Warehouse in St. Joseph before moving to Atchison in 1956. There, Marcedes enjoyed working as a secretary for Blish-Mize for many years. After retirement, Marcedes happily returned to work as the office manager at Rockey’s Service in Atchison. Marcedes was a member of the First Christian Church, where she served several years as a deaconess, on the Fellowship Committee and on the Christian Women’s Fellowship of the First Christian Church. She was also a member of the Meadowlark Club, Canasta and Pinochle groups, Royal Purple Pearls of Wisdom, Red Hat Society, Shepherd Center of Atchison, Atchison Zonta International, Business and Professional Girls of St. Joseph, Beta Sigma Phi Sorority, charter member of the St. Joseph PBX club having served as its Chaplin, and PEO Chapter FT in Atchison. Marcedes loved singing and sang in the lead section of the former Rivertown Sounds Chapter of Sweet Adeline and in the Mooney Creek Homemakers Unit. Marcedes also enjoyed playing cards, reading, embroidery, and traveling. She was loved, known, and appreciated for her enduring kindness and happy disposition. Marcedes and Gene Knight were married on April 7, 1956 at First Congregational Christian Church in St. Joseph. MO. Gene preceded Marcedes in death on August 13, 1976. Marcedes then married Robert Hoffman on November 25, 1978 at the First Christian Church, Atchison and they remained happily married until his death on August 21, 2000. Marcedes also enjoyed years of close friendship with Marvin Roberts. She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers, Lenzie and Dean Bertelsen, and sister Bernadine Smith. Survivors include a daughter, Marjean Rickert (Larry Rickert) of Greeley CO; two grandchildren, Chelsey Kristin Rickert and Kyle Donald Rickert; two great-grandsons Lucas and Lincoln Rickert, and another great-granddaughter on the way. She is also survived by nieces Sherry Lamberson (Larry Lamberson), Joy Wilson, and Renee Smith (Mike Smith), and nephews Beric Smith (Diane Smith) and Rodney Smith, and many friends.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Marcedes Hoffman, 90, loving and dedicated mother, grandmother, wife, and friend to many, formerly of Atchison, KS, passed away Tuesday, January 19, 2021 near her family in Greeley, CO. Funeral Services will be 1:00 pm, Monday, January 25, 2021 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home with Rev. Brad Greene, officiating. Burial will follow in the Mt. Vernon Cemetery, Atchison. Family will receive friends from 4:00 to 6:00 pm, Sunday, at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, 800 Kansas Ave., Atchison. Memorial contributions in memory of Marcedes are suggested to the Mt. Vernon Cemetery Road Fund and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Words of sympathy and remembrance may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com. Nona Marcedes Bertelsen Knight Hoffman was born on November 24, 1930 in Meadville, Missouri, the daughter of Frank and Ruby (Humphfres) Bertelsen. Marcedes graduated from Meadville High School in 1948 and then attended Northeast Missouri State Teachers College (Truman University) in Kirksville, MO. Marcedes taught for two years as a rural school teacher in Linn County, MO before attending both Gard Business University and Platte College of Commerce in St. Joseph, MO. After which she worked as an Assistant to the Traffic Manager at Terminal Warehouse in St. Joseph before moving to Atchison in 1956. There, Marcedes enjoyed working as a secretary for Blish-Mize for many years. After retirement, Marcedes happily returned to work as the office manager at Rockey’s Service in Atchison. Marcedes was a member of the First Christian Church, where she served several years as a deaconess, on the Fellowship Committee and on the Christian Women’s Fellowship of the First Christian Church. She was also a member of the Meadowlark Club, Canasta and Pinochle groups, Royal Purple Pearls of Wisdom, Red Hat Society, Shepherd Center of Atchison, Atchison Zonta International, Business and Professional Girls of St. Joseph, Beta Sigma Phi Sorority, charter member of the St. Joseph PBX club having served as its Chaplin, and PEO Chapter FT in Atchison. Marcedes loved singing and sang in the lead section of the former Rivertown Sounds Chapter of Sweet Adeline and in the Mooney Creek Homemakers Unit. Marcedes also enjoyed playing cards, reading, embroidery, and traveling. She was loved, known, and appreciated for her enduring kindness and happy disposition. Marcedes and Gene Knight were married on April 7, 1956 at First Congregational Christian Church in St. Joseph. MO. Gene preceded Marcedes in death on August 13, 1976. Marcedes then married Robert Hoffman on November 25, 1978 at the First Christian Church, Atchison and they remained happily married until his death on August 21, 2000. Marcedes also enjoyed years of close friendship with Marvin Roberts. She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers, Lenzie and Dean Bertelsen, and sister Bernadine Smith. Survivors include a daughter, Marjean Rickert (Larry Rickert) of Greeley CO; two grandchildren, Chelsey Kristin Rickert and Kyle Donald Rickert; two great-grandsons Lucas and Lincoln Rickert, and another great-granddaughter on the way. She is also survived by nieces Sherry Lamberson (Larry Lamberson), Joy Wilson, and Renee Smith (Mike Smith), and nephews Beric Smith (Diane Smith) and Rodney Smith, and many friends.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Iva Marie Lukehart 64, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Tuesday January 19, 2021 at Mosaic Life Care Hospital. 

She was born February 6, 1956 in St. Joseph, Missouri daughter of the late Sylvia &amp; Lewis Miller. She was the co-owner of Bills Body Shop from 1978-2000. She enjoyed cooking and baking, playing bingo and going to the casino, and garage sales, spending time with her grandchildren, son Bub, and her daughter Terry. 

Iva was preceded in death by her parents, daughter, Sherry Lynn Kotche, brothers, Howard, Norman, and Marvin Glenn Miller, sisters, Evelyn Ruth McLaughlin, Norma Jean Miller, Sylvia Ione, and Alice Croner. 

Survivors include: husband, Laurence (Corky) Lukehart, of the home, son Ronnie "Bub" (Nicole) Swope, daughter, Terry Swope both of St. Joseph, MO, grandchildren, John and Cheyenne Dunkle, Jaggar Kotche, Demi, and Blakeli Swope, sister, Ava Matthews, step-children. 

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

Iva Marie Lukehart 64, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Tuesday January 19, 2021 at Mosaic Life Care Hospital. She was born February 6, 1956 in St. Joseph, Missouri daughter of the late Sylvia &amp; Lewis Miller. She was the co-owner of Bills Body Shop from 1978-2000. She enjoyed cooking and baking, playing bingo and going to the casino, and garage sales, spending time with her grandchildren, son Bub, and her daughter Terry. Iva was preceded in death by her parents, daughter, Sherry Lynn Kotche, brothers, Howard, Norman, and Marvin Glenn Miller, sisters, Evelyn Ruth McLaughlin, Norma Jean Miller, Sylvia Ione, and Alice Croner. Survivors include: husband, Laurence (Corky) Lukehart, of the home, son Ronnie "Bub" (Nicole) Swope, daughter, Terry Swope both of St. Joseph, MO, grandchildren, John and Cheyenne Dunkle, Jaggar Kotche, Demi, and Blakeli Swope, sister, Ava Matthews, step-children. She will be cremated under the care and direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com<figure>
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Iva Marie Lukehart  1956 - 2021

Loretta Jane “Retta” Puvogel, of Maple Grove Apartments of Hiawatha, passed away Tuesday evening, January 19, 2021, at Maple Heights Nursing Home, at the age of 88.

She was born in Doniphan County, September 22, 1932, the daughter of Norman LeRoy and Edra Fay Johnson Ptomey and was adopted when she was three months old by Paul &amp; Esther Ptomey Owen.&nbsp; She grew up in the Morrill-Hamlin area where she attended school, graduating from Hamlin High School with the class of 1950.&nbsp; She was working as a nurse aide at the Horton Hospital when she met her future husband, Raymond Henry Puvogel.&nbsp; They soon married March 25, 1951, at Hiawatha and have lived all of their married life here where they raised their family.&nbsp; She was a stay at home mom prior to her working at Johnson Locker Plant.&nbsp; She and Ray owned and operated a burger shop in Hiawatha a few years, prior to her babysitting for several Hiawatha families through the years.&nbsp; Retta worked as a cook for the Hiawatha Country Club for a number of years before retiring.&nbsp; Being a ‘farm girl’ she was always willing to try anything once.

Retta was a longtime member of First Baptist Church of Hiawatha. &nbsp;There were three couples that enjoyed getting together and they had so much fun, playing cards, or talking and laughing.&nbsp; She had a bubbly personality and a laugh that was contagious.

Survivors include her husband Ray of the home, three daughters:&nbsp; Paula Schif (Scott) of Westminster, CO, Mary Kay Davies (Kevin) of Savannah, MO, Jane Wagoner (Steve) of Leavenworth, KS, a sister Virginia Falk of Silver Lake, KS, 11 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, a great-great-grandchild, niece and nephews.

Retta was preceded in death by her parents, a son Steven Puvogel in 1994, three brothers:&nbsp; Don, Dennis and Tom Ptomey, and a sister Delora Toby.

A Celebration of Retta’s life is planned for10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 23, at the First Baptist Church in Hiawatha.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Hiawatha.

Friends may call at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home after 10 a.m. Friday where the family will meet from 5 until 7 that evening.

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

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Loretta Jane “Retta” Puvogel, of Maple Grove Apartments of Hiawatha, passed away Tuesday evening, January 19, 2021, at Maple Heights Nursing Home, at the age of 88.She was born in Doniphan County, September 22, 1932, the daughter of Norman LeRoy and Edra Fay Johnson Ptomey and was adopted when she was three months old by Paul &amp; Esther Ptomey Owen.&nbsp; She grew up in the Morrill-Hamlin area where she attended school, graduating from Hamlin High School with the class of 1950.&nbsp; She was working as a nurse aide at the Horton Hospital when she met her future husband, Raymond Henry Puvogel.&nbsp; They soon married March 25, 1951, at Hiawatha and have lived all of their married life here where they raised their family.&nbsp; She was a stay at home mom prior to her working at Johnson Locker Plant.&nbsp; She and Ray owned and operated a burger shop in Hiawatha a few years, prior to her babysitting for several Hiawatha families through the years.&nbsp; Retta worked as a cook for the Hiawatha Country Club for a number of years before retiring.&nbsp; Being a ‘farm girl’ she was always willing to try anything once.Retta was a longtime member of First Baptist Church of Hiawatha. &nbsp;There were three couples that enjoyed getting together and they had so much fun, playing cards, or talking and laughing.&nbsp; She had a bubbly personality and a laugh that was contagious.Survivors include her husband Ray of the home, three daughters:&nbsp; Paula Schif (Scott) of Westminster, CO, Mary Kay Davies (Kevin) of Savannah, MO, Jane Wagoner (Steve) of Leavenworth, KS, a sister Virginia Falk of Silver Lake, KS, 11 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, a great-great-grandchild, niece and nephews.Retta was preceded in death by her parents, a son Steven Puvogel in 1994, three brothers:&nbsp; Don, Dennis and Tom Ptomey, and a sister Delora Toby.A Celebration of Retta’s life is planned for10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 23, at the First Baptist Church in Hiawatha.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Hiawatha.Friends may call at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home after 10 a.m. Friday where the family will meet from 5 until 7 that evening.Memorial contributions are suggested to the First Baptist Church Memorial Fund, sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th&nbsp;St., 66434.Please remember the family during this critical time with a card or note of remembrance&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com/">www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com</a>Masks &amp;&nbsp; social distancing &nbsp;required<figure>
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Derek Thompson, 82, Kansas City, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, January 20, 2021.

He was born August 28, 1938 in Bradford, England.

Derek married Sheila (Butler) Thompson in 1961 and immigrated to the USA in 1962. He later married Diane K. Moran September 25, 1999 in St. Joseph, Missouri. She survives of the home.

He worked at Wire Rope Corporation of America for over 30 years, retiring in 1999.

Derek enjoyed golfing, traveling, and spending time with his grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Reginald and Edith (Schofield) Thompson; brothers, Roy and Ralph Thompson.

Additional survivors include daughter, Judith Morley (Rick), Kansas City, Missouri; son, David Thompson (Claudia), Apple Valley, California; stepsons, Randy Moran, Las Vegas, Nevada, Brian Moran, Kansas City, Missouri; grandchildren, Lauren Morley, Brandon and Ryan Thompson, Connor and Sara Moran.

The family would like to thank St. Luke’s Hospice House for the exceptional care of Derek.

Private Graveside Farewell Services &amp; Entombment, Memorial Park Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or a charity of the donor’s choice. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Derek Thompson, 82, Kansas City, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, January 20, 2021. He was born August 28, 1938 in Bradford, England. Derek married Sheila (Butler) Thompson in 1961 and immigrated to the USA in 1962. He later married Diane K. Moran September 25, 1999 in St. Joseph, Missouri. She survives of the home. He worked at Wire Rope Corporation of America for over 30 years, retiring in 1999. Derek enjoyed golfing, traveling, and spending time with his grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Reginald and Edith (Schofield) Thompson; brothers, Roy and Ralph Thompson. Additional survivors include daughter, Judith Morley (Rick), Kansas City, Missouri; son, David Thompson (Claudia), Apple Valley, California; stepsons, Randy Moran, Las Vegas, Nevada, Brian Moran, Kansas City, Missouri; grandchildren, Lauren Morley, Brandon and Ryan Thompson, Connor and Sara Moran. The family would like to thank St. Luke’s Hospice House for the exceptional care of Derek. Private Graveside Farewell Services &amp; Entombment, Memorial Park Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or a charity of the donor’s choice. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Derek Thompson  1938 - 2021

Darrell Stephan Shannon 63, of St. Joseph, passed away Sunday, January 17, 2021 at Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph. 

He was born November 27, 1957 in St. Joseph, son of the late Violet and Paul Shannon. He graduated high school, and later attended Culinary School. Darrell served in the US Navy serving on several tours. He worked for BNSF Railway. Darrell enjoyed playing guitar, fishing, watching westerns, and cooking. He especially enjoyed smoking brisket. Darrell also thoroughly enjoyed being together with his family. 

Darrell was preceded in death by his mother, Violet Andrus, father, Paul Shannon, Sr., and step-father, Recil Andrus. 

Survivors include, his longtime companion, Janet Savage, St Joseph, daughters, Joann Shannon (Norman McDonald), Misty (George Sr.) Kyle, and Bellissia Savage, son, Roy (Misti Wheeler) Savage, all of St. Joseph, brothers, Michael Shannon, Paul Shannon, and Kevin Andrus, of Colorado, sister, Emma (Teddy) Gipple, grandchildren, George Jr., Stacy, Zackary, Lauren, Travis, Jasmine, Colby, Elizabeth, Anthony, Arianna, Antwain, Teannah, Brandon, Timea, Evelynn, Dylan, Henery, Aaron, Sidney, and Emma, 9 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews, and his beloved dog, Violet. 

Funeral services will be 10:00 am Saturday, January 23, 2021 at Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Michael Shannon officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Friday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Bethel Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the Wounded Warrior Project.&nbsp;

Darrell Stephan Shannon 63, of St. Joseph, passed away Sunday, January 17, 2021 at Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph. He was born November 27, 1957 in St. Joseph, son of the late Violet and Paul Shannon. He graduated high school, and later attended Culinary School. Darrell served in the US Navy serving on several tours. He worked for BNSF Railway. Darrell enjoyed playing guitar, fishing, watching westerns, and cooking. He especially enjoyed smoking brisket. Darrell also thoroughly enjoyed being together with his family. Darrell was preceded in death by his mother, Violet Andrus, father, Paul Shannon, Sr., and step-father, Recil Andrus. Survivors include, his longtime companion, Janet Savage, St Joseph, daughters, Joann Shannon (Norman McDonald), Misty (George Sr.) Kyle, and Bellissia Savage, son, Roy (Misti Wheeler) Savage, all of St. Joseph, brothers, Michael Shannon, Paul Shannon, and Kevin Andrus, of Colorado, sister, Emma (Teddy) Gipple, grandchildren, George Jr., Stacy, Zackary, Lauren, Travis, Jasmine, Colby, Elizabeth, Anthony, Arianna, Antwain, Teannah, Brandon, Timea, Evelynn, Dylan, Henery, Aaron, Sidney, and Emma, 9 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews, and his beloved dog, Violet. Funeral services will be 10:00 am Saturday, January 23, 2021 at Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Michael Shannon officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Friday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Bethel Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the Wounded Warrior Project.&nbsp;<figure>
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Darrell Stephan Shannon  1957 - 2021

Robert "Wire" Grable, 74, of St. Joseph, died January 18, 2021.&nbsp; Robert was born December 29, 1946 in St. Joseph, to Robert and Winifred (Halter) Grable.

Robert married Alice (Lipira) Grable on June 16, 1973 at Cathedral of St. Joseph.&nbsp; She survives of the home.

Robert served in the Navy on the USS John W. Thomason, a destroyer, from 1967 - 1968, and was honorably discharged in May 1972.

Robert retired May 1, 2000 from the Missouri State Highway Patrol as a Drivers Examiner III.&nbsp; He later worked for the St. Joseph School District for 8 years as a delivery driver.

Robert was a member of St. Francis Xavier Church, The American Legion Post 359, Ancient Order of Hibernians, Fraternal Order of Eagles, Knights of Columbus and 4th Degree, and the Active &amp; Retired Missouri State Employees.

Robert was preceded in death by his parents and granddaughter, Melia Grable.

He loved his children and grandchildren, his beloved cat Emmy and loved to fish and golf when he was able, loved the KC Chiefs and sitting out on the deck waving at everyone.

Survivors include his children Timothy (Lesley) Grable, Andrew (Lisa) Grable and Stacey (Marcus) Whitehill; grandchildren Hayven Keller, Madelyn Grable, Hunter Reinert, Harper Reinert and Adaline Whitehill; brothers Daniel Grable and Gary Grable; numerous nieces and nephews.

Parish Rosary 10:00 AM at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church Saturday, January 23rd.&nbsp; Visitation will follow at 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM.&nbsp; Mass of Christian Burial 12:00 PM.&nbsp; Interment Mount Olivet Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to St. Francis Xavier Church, Mir House of Prayer, or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Robert "Wire" Grable, 74, of St. Joseph, died January 18, 2021.&nbsp; Robert was born December 29, 1946 in St. Joseph, to Robert and Winifred (Halter) Grable.Robert married Alice (Lipira) Grable on June 16, 1973 at Cathedral of St. Joseph.&nbsp; She survives of the home.Robert served in the Navy on the USS John W. Thomason, a destroyer, from 1967 - 1968, and was honorably discharged in May 1972.Robert retired May 1, 2000 from the Missouri State Highway Patrol as a Drivers Examiner III.&nbsp; He later worked for the St. Joseph School District for 8 years as a delivery driver.Robert was a member of St. Francis Xavier Church, The American Legion Post 359, Ancient Order of Hibernians, Fraternal Order of Eagles, Knights of Columbus and 4th Degree, and the Active &amp; Retired Missouri State Employees.Robert was preceded in death by his parents and granddaughter, Melia Grable.He loved his children and grandchildren, his beloved cat Emmy and loved to fish and golf when he was able, loved the KC Chiefs and sitting out on the deck waving at everyone.Survivors include his children Timothy (Lesley) Grable, Andrew (Lisa) Grable and Stacey (Marcus) Whitehill; grandchildren Hayven Keller, Madelyn Grable, Hunter Reinert, Harper Reinert and Adaline Whitehill; brothers Daniel Grable and Gary Grable; numerous nieces and nephews.Parish Rosary 10:00 AM at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church Saturday, January 23rd.&nbsp; Visitation will follow at 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM.&nbsp; Mass of Christian Burial 12:00 PM.&nbsp; Interment Mount Olivet Cemetery.In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to St. Francis Xavier Church, Mir House of Prayer, or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.<figure>
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Robert "Wire" Grable  1946 - 2021

Sandra (Sandy) S. Coder daughter of William and Rose (Harris) Coder was born in St Joe on March 9, 1940 and passed away Tuesday, January 19, 2021. 

She graduated from Central High School in 1959. Sandy worked at TG&amp;Y where she met Donald Huss, Sr. they married in March of 1962 and later divorced. Sandy also worked at Sherwood Medical for 20 yrs until the 1993 flood when Sherwood closed after their closing Sandy went to Atchison Vo-Tech for medical transcription. She later then worked for the Department of aging for several years before retiring. Sandy belonged to the Christ Episcopal church in St. Joseph where she also taught a children's Sunday school class. She loved listening to her church services every Sunday and reading her Bible.&nbsp; She enjoyed crocheting making blankets for each grandchild and great grandchildren. She was the family seamstress repairing anything you ask her. She was very talented artist she made several bows for weddings and any craft party we would have she could draw or make anything you asked making several decorations for her grandchildren's weddings.&nbsp; She loved making Halloween costumes for her children and grandchildren. Mostly she loved her family and adored her children, grand children and great grandchildren.&nbsp; She is preceded in death by her parents and brothers Roy E Coder, Bill Coder, Gary Coder, sisters Aline Reeder and Rose Mary Klamm. Brother's in law John Klamm and Harold Reeder. Sister in law Peggy Coder. Sandy raised 5 children and she is survived by daughters Candy Albers (Steve) Troy, Ks., Christina Beemer St Joseph, sons Donald Huss Jr (Jill) Troy, Ks., Darryl Huss Troy, Ks., Darren Huss (Michelle) Troy, Ks. Brothers Richard Coder (Ruth) Springfield, Mo., Ronald Coder (Gail) St. Joseph, Mo. Sister in Law Renate Coder, sister in law, Joyce Coder, cousin but raised as sisters Madelyn Church, Liberty, Mo. 12 grandchildren and 13 great&nbsp;grandchildren (with 3 more arriving in 2021). Numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral Service: 11:00 A.M. Friday, January 22, 2021

At the Troy Christian Church, Troy, Kansas.

Visitation: 5-7 P.M. Thursday evening at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Troy, Kansas.

Burial: St. Charles Catholic Cemetery, Troy, Kansas.

Sandra (Sandy) S. Coder daughter of William and Rose (Harris) Coder was born in St Joe on March 9, 1940 and passed away Tuesday, January 19, 2021. She graduated from Central High School in 1959. Sandy worked at TG&amp;Y where she met Donald Huss, Sr. they married in March of 1962 and later divorced. Sandy also worked at Sherwood Medical for 20 yrs until the 1993 flood when Sherwood closed after their closing Sandy went to Atchison Vo-Tech for medical transcription. She later then worked for the Department of aging for several years before retiring. Sandy belonged to the Christ Episcopal church in St. Joseph where she also taught a children's Sunday school class. She loved listening to her church services every Sunday and reading her Bible.&nbsp; She enjoyed crocheting making blankets for each grandchild and great grandchildren. She was the family seamstress repairing anything you ask her. She was very talented artist she made several bows for weddings and any craft party we would have she could draw or make anything you asked making several decorations for her grandchildren's weddings.&nbsp; She loved making Halloween costumes for her children and grandchildren. Mostly she loved her family and adored her children, grand children and great grandchildren.&nbsp; She is preceded in death by her parents and brothers Roy E Coder, Bill Coder, Gary Coder, sisters Aline Reeder and Rose Mary Klamm. Brother's in law John Klamm and Harold Reeder. Sister in law Peggy Coder. Sandy raised 5 children and she is survived by daughters Candy Albers (Steve) Troy, Ks., Christina Beemer St Joseph, sons Donald Huss Jr (Jill) Troy, Ks., Darryl Huss Troy, Ks., Darren Huss (Michelle) Troy, Ks. Brothers Richard Coder (Ruth) Springfield, Mo., Ronald Coder (Gail) St. Joseph, Mo. Sister in Law Renate Coder, sister in law, Joyce Coder, cousin but raised as sisters Madelyn Church, Liberty, Mo. 12 grandchildren and 13 great&nbsp;grandchildren (with 3 more arriving in 2021). Numerous nieces and nephews.Funeral Service: 11:00 A.M. Friday, January 22, 2021At the Troy Christian Church, Troy, Kansas.Visitation: 5-7 P.M. Thursday evening at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Troy, Kansas.Friends may call after 9 A.M. Thursday.Burial: St. Charles Catholic Cemetery, Troy, Kansas.Memorials: Sandra Coder Memorial Fund.

Sandra Sue Coder  1940 - 2021

Dalton Glenn Covert, age 61, died Sunday, January 17, 2021 at Apostolic Christian Home, Sabetha.&nbsp;

He was born in Hiawatha, KS on January 5, 1960 to Howard Earl and Veta H. (Glenn) Covert and was a lifelong Robinson area resident where he grew up, attended school there, prior to graduating from Hiawatha High School.

Dalton served on the Robinson Fire Department for 33 years from 1978 until 2011 and farmed with his brother, Dayton, all of his life. &nbsp;He married Irene Kout on March 7th, 1992 and legally adopted his daughter, Sierra (Stortz), on December 7, 1992.&nbsp;

Dalton is survived by his wife, Irene, Robinson; daughter Sierra Stortz &amp; husband Brandon, Ottawa; his two grandchildren Isabelle and Harrison; his brother Dayton Covert &amp; wife Eileen, Robinson; nephew Brett Covert &amp; wife Karie and children, Hiawatha; &amp; niece Laura (Covert) Miller &amp; husband Dave, Pittsburg.

He was preceded in death by his parents. Howard and Veta Covert.

Visitation services will be held from 5 pm – 7 pm, Saturday, January 23, 2021 at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hiawatha.

&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to the Robinson Fire Department in care of the funeral home.

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Dalton Glenn Covert, age 61, died Sunday, January 17, 2021 at Apostolic Christian Home, Sabetha.&nbsp;He was born in Hiawatha, KS on January 5, 1960 to Howard Earl and Veta H. (Glenn) Covert and was a lifelong Robinson area resident where he grew up, attended school there, prior to graduating from Hiawatha High School.Dalton served on the Robinson Fire Department for 33 years from 1978 until 2011 and farmed with his brother, Dayton, all of his life. &nbsp;He married Irene Kout on March 7th, 1992 and legally adopted his daughter, Sierra (Stortz), on December 7, 1992.&nbsp;Dalton is survived by his wife, Irene, Robinson; daughter Sierra Stortz &amp; husband Brandon, Ottawa; his two grandchildren Isabelle and Harrison; his brother Dayton Covert &amp; wife Eileen, Robinson; nephew Brett Covert &amp; wife Karie and children, Hiawatha; &amp; niece Laura (Covert) Miller &amp; husband Dave, Pittsburg.He was preceded in death by his parents. Howard and Veta Covert.Visitation services will be held from 5 pm – 7 pm, Saturday, January 23, 2021 at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hiawatha.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to the Robinson Fire Department in care of the funeral home.PLEASE OBSERVE MASK AND SOCIAL DISTANCING REQUIREMENTS<figure>
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Dalton Glenn Covert  1960 - 2021

Virginia Anne Tolles, passed away on January 16, 2021 at the age of 81.

She was born July 10, 1939 in Hiawatha, Kansas to Richard Alexander and Lenore Elizabeth (Whaley) Young. She graduated from Hiawatha High School in 1957.

On October 24, 1958 she married Richard Lawrence Tolles, also of Hiawatha, at the First Christian Church in Hiawatha and they celebrated 62 years of marriage together.&nbsp; Together they raised one son, Richard Eric.

She is survived by her husband, Richard Tolles of Hiawatha, son, Eric (Connie) Tolles of Spring, Texas, grandsons Austin and Collin Tolles of Spring, Texas, sister Karen (Ronald) Snyder of Hiawatha, and numerous nephews and nieces.

She is preceded in death by her parents, her brother, Richard Young Jr. and his wife Carolyn, her sister, Irene (Young) Martinosky, and her husband Joseph, and by several nephews and nieces.

Known as “Ginger” by her friends and family, she was a spirited woman who loved being a homemaker and stay-at-home mom. &nbsp;She was an avid bird watcher, loved animals and made many friends wherever she went.&nbsp; After high school she enjoyed working as a telephone operator in Topeka.&nbsp; After growing up and marrying Richard in Hiawatha, they moved to Topeka for several years.&nbsp; They also lived in Kirksville and Booneville, Missouri for a few years before landing in Beaumont, Texas and then Channelview, Texas, where they met some of their closest friends.&nbsp; In Channelview they welcomed their only son, Eric, on May 24, 1973.&nbsp; They then moved again and made Huffman, Texas their home for 18 years.&nbsp; There, Ginger loved volunteering at school and band functions for her son, Eric, where many students came to call her “mom”.

They returned to Hiawatha in 1994 to be close to their families.&nbsp; Since then, Ginger and her sisters, Irene and Karen, became known as the “three musketeers” and the “holy trinity”, as they spent Sundays together in church and were spotted having lunch together around town.&nbsp; She also enjoyed playing canasta with friends.

She was an active member of the Hiawatha First Christian Church where she faithfully participated in a three-year EfM program of Theological Education. She was proud to graduate from the program and receive her certification from University of the South on May 27, 2007.

Her grandchildren, Austin and Collin, brought her great joy and she loved the time she spent with them playing farkle, reading, and visiting about their adventures.

Until we meet again in heaven, “Later, Love Ya, Bye”.

A Celebration of her life will be held on January 22, 2021 at 2:00 pm at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hiawatha, Kansas, with Pastor Lynn Dickson officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Hiawatha.

Friends may call at the funeral home after 10 a.m. Thursday.&nbsp; The family will meet with friends one hour prior to the service Friday.

Virginia Anne Tolles, passed away on January 16, 2021 at the age of 81.She was born July 10, 1939 in Hiawatha, Kansas to Richard Alexander and Lenore Elizabeth (Whaley) Young. She graduated from Hiawatha High School in 1957.On October 24, 1958 she married Richard Lawrence Tolles, also of Hiawatha, at the First Christian Church in Hiawatha and they celebrated 62 years of marriage together.&nbsp; Together they raised one son, Richard Eric.She is survived by her husband, Richard Tolles of Hiawatha, son, Eric (Connie) Tolles of Spring, Texas, grandsons Austin and Collin Tolles of Spring, Texas, sister Karen (Ronald) Snyder of Hiawatha, and numerous nephews and nieces.She is preceded in death by her parents, her brother, Richard Young Jr. and his wife Carolyn, her sister, Irene (Young) Martinosky, and her husband Joseph, and by several nephews and nieces.Known as “Ginger” by her friends and family, she was a spirited woman who loved being a homemaker and stay-at-home mom. &nbsp;She was an avid bird watcher, loved animals and made many friends wherever she went.&nbsp; After high school she enjoyed working as a telephone operator in Topeka.&nbsp; After growing up and marrying Richard in Hiawatha, they moved to Topeka for several years.&nbsp; They also lived in Kirksville and Booneville, Missouri for a few years before landing in Beaumont, Texas and then Channelview, Texas, where they met some of their closest friends.&nbsp; In Channelview they welcomed their only son, Eric, on May 24, 1973.&nbsp; They then moved again and made Huffman, Texas their home for 18 years.&nbsp; There, Ginger loved volunteering at school and band functions for her son, Eric, where many students came to call her “mom”.They returned to Hiawatha in 1994 to be close to their families.&nbsp; Since then, Ginger and her sisters, Irene and Karen, became known as the “three musketeers” and the “holy trinity”, as they spent Sundays together in church and were spotted having lunch together around town.&nbsp; She also enjoyed playing canasta with friends.She was an active member of the Hiawatha First Christian Church where she faithfully participated in a three-year EfM program of Theological Education. She was proud to graduate from the program and receive her certification from University of the South on May 27, 2007.Her grandchildren, Austin and Collin, brought her great joy and she loved the time she spent with them playing farkle, reading, and visiting about their adventures.Until we meet again in heaven, “Later, Love Ya, Bye”.A Celebration of her life will be held on January 22, 2021 at 2:00 pm at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hiawatha, Kansas, with Pastor Lynn Dickson officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Hiawatha.Friends may call at the funeral home after 10 a.m. Thursday.&nbsp; The family will meet with friends one hour prior to the service Friday.PLEASE OBSERVE MASK AND SOCIAL DISTANCING REQUIREMENTS<figure>
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Virginia Anne "Ginger" Tolles  1939 - 2021

Margaret Jean (Gladstone) Robbins-Thompson, 88, of St. Joseph, passed away Sunday, January 17, 2021.

Margaret Jean was born November 24, 1932 to William and Neva (Henton) Gladstone in Albany, Missouri.She was a graduate of Albany High School.

Margaret Jean was a member of Woodson Chapel Christian Church and very active in church activities. She was an avid collector of angels and loved to cook. You never left her house hungry. She also loved visiting with family and friends.

Margaret Jean was preceded in death by her parents, first husband Bob, son Dennis Robbins and daughter Denise Robbins.

Survivors include husband Dennis; daughter Pam (Marty) Jones; step-sons; Steve and Terry Thompson, grandchildren Shelley Underwood, Eric S. Underwood (Katie), step granddaughter Monica; great-grandchild Sierra Underwood, step great-grandchild; Lilly and great great-grandchild Maddox Pierce.

An open visitation will be held 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM Thursday, January 21st at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel.&nbsp; Funeral service 1:30 PM Friday at our chapel.&nbsp; Interment Mount Auburn Cemetery.

Margaret Jean (Gladstone) Robbins-Thompson, 88, of St. Joseph, passed away Sunday, January 17, 2021.Margaret Jean was born November 24, 1932 to William and Neva (Henton) Gladstone in Albany, Missouri.She was a graduate of Albany High School.Margaret Jean was a member of Woodson Chapel Christian Church and very active in church activities. She was an avid collector of angels and loved to cook. You never left her house hungry. She also loved visiting with family and friends.Margaret Jean was preceded in death by her parents, first husband Bob, son Dennis Robbins and daughter Denise Robbins.Survivors include husband Dennis; daughter Pam (Marty) Jones; step-sons; Steve and Terry Thompson, grandchildren Shelley Underwood, Eric S. Underwood (Katie), step granddaughter Monica; great-grandchild Sierra Underwood, step great-grandchild; Lilly and great great-grandchild Maddox Pierce.An open visitation will be held 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM Thursday, January 21st at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel.&nbsp; Funeral service 1:30 PM Friday at our chapel.&nbsp; Interment Mount Auburn Cemetery.<figure>
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Margaret Jean Thompson  1932 - 2021

Edith Marie (Woods) Simpson-Hill, 79, Amazonia, Missouri; passed away Wednesday, January 18, 2021.

Edith was born on January 23, 1941 in Excelsior Springs, Missouri to the late Richard Lewis and Dorothy Edith (Hampton) Woods.&nbsp; She was a 1959 graduate of Central High School.

Mrs. Hill worked as an Administrator for In Home Care and retired on December 11, 2012.

Edith lived most of her life on a farm near Amazonia, Missouri.&nbsp; She enjoyed taking care of her children and grandchildren.&nbsp; She was a member of Green Valley Baptist Church. &nbsp;She loved God and participating in church activities.

In addition to her parents, Edith was preceded in death by her husband, Gary Hill and sister, Sharon Brown.

Survivors include sons, Ronald (Carol)Simpson and Kelly Simpson, both of Amazonia, MO; grandchildren, Jennifer (Eric) Millman, Joplin, MO; Steven Simpson, Amazonia, MO; Megan Simpson, Kansas City, MO;great-grandchildren, Britney Free and Natalie Millman, both of Joplin, MO.

Services 3:30 PM Friday at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel.&nbsp; Interment Sugar Creek Cemetery, Rushville, Missouri.

Visitation will be held after 9:00 AM Thursday at our chapel, where the family will receive friends 5:00 to 7:00 PM Thursday.

The family has requested memorial donations to Green Valley Baptist Church.

Edith Marie (Woods) Simpson-Hill, 79, Amazonia, Missouri; passed away Wednesday, January 18, 2021.Edith was born on January 23, 1941 in Excelsior Springs, Missouri to the late Richard Lewis and Dorothy Edith (Hampton) Woods.&nbsp; She was a 1959 graduate of Central High School.Mrs. Hill worked as an Administrator for In Home Care and retired on December 11, 2012.Edith lived most of her life on a farm near Amazonia, Missouri.&nbsp; She enjoyed taking care of her children and grandchildren.&nbsp; She was a member of Green Valley Baptist Church. &nbsp;She loved God and participating in church activities.In addition to her parents, Edith was preceded in death by her husband, Gary Hill and sister, Sharon Brown.Survivors include sons, Ronald (Carol)Simpson and Kelly Simpson, both of Amazonia, MO; grandchildren, Jennifer (Eric) Millman, Joplin, MO; Steven Simpson, Amazonia, MO; Megan Simpson, Kansas City, MO;great-grandchildren, Britney Free and Natalie Millman, both of Joplin, MO.Services 3:30 PM Friday at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel.&nbsp; Interment Sugar Creek Cemetery, Rushville, Missouri.Visitation will be held after 9:00 AM Thursday at our chapel, where the family will receive friends 5:00 to 7:00 PM Thursday.The family has requested memorial donations to Green Valley Baptist Church.<figure>
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Edith Marie (Woods) Simpson-Hill  1941 - 2021

Luetta “Lou” Scott, 92, Lake City, Florida, formerly of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Saturday, January 16, 2021.

She was born March 6, 1928 in Allendale, Missouri to Arthur A. and Harriett R. (Law) Fletchall.

Lou married Sam Scott on November 20, 1953. She was a military wife and homemaker.

She and Sam retired in Merritt Island, Florida and enjoyed traveling the world.

Sam preceded her in death in 2012 after 58 years of marriage. She was also preceded in death by her parents; eight sisters; and one brother.

Survivors include three daughters, Vicki Scott, Janet Scott, and Carol Slocum (Richard), all of Lake City, Florida.

Graveside Farewell Services &amp; Interment 3:00 P.M. Saturday, January 30, 2021, Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to Haven Hospice in Lake City, Florida or the ASPCA. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Luetta “Lou” Scott, 92, Lake City, Florida, formerly of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Saturday, January 16, 2021. She was born March 6, 1928 in Allendale, Missouri to Arthur A. and Harriett R. (Law) Fletchall. Lou married Sam Scott on November 20, 1953. She was a military wife and homemaker. She and Sam retired in Merritt Island, Florida and enjoyed traveling the world. Sam preceded her in death in 2012 after 58 years of marriage. She was also preceded in death by her parents; eight sisters; and one brother. Survivors include three daughters, Vicki Scott, Janet Scott, and Carol Slocum (Richard), all of Lake City, Florida. Graveside Farewell Services &amp; Interment 3:00 P.M. Saturday, January 30, 2021, Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to Haven Hospice in Lake City, Florida or the ASPCA. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Luetta F. “Lou” Scott  1928 - 2021

V. Ludene Welch, 93, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, January 14, 2021.

She was born January 12, 1928 on the family farm in Caldwell County, Missouri to Horace and Velma (Cooper) Pollard. Ludene married Hugh D. Welch, Jr. on February 18, 1951. He preceded her in death on July 27, 2017.

Ludene was a founding member of the Sweet Adelines in St. Joseph, a member of Chapter BP of the PEO Sisterhood, and a member of Ashland United Methodist Church.

She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; two brothers, H. Austin and Gerald Pollard.

Survivors include her sons, Mitchell (Debra), Stan (Amy), and Chadduck (Kelly) Welch; grandchildren, Nicholas Welch and Kathryn (Welch) Eaton; 7 great-grandchildren; and many cousins, nephews and nieces.

Private Graveside Farewell Services and Interment Prairie Ridge Cemetery, Polo, Missouri. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Ashland United Methodist Church or the PEO Sisterhood.&nbsp;&nbsp;

V. Ludene Welch, 93, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, January 14, 2021. She was born January 12, 1928 on the family farm in Caldwell County, Missouri to Horace and Velma (Cooper) Pollard. Ludene married Hugh D. Welch, Jr. on February 18, 1951. He preceded her in death on July 27, 2017. Ludene was a founding member of the Sweet Adelines in St. Joseph, a member of Chapter BP of the PEO Sisterhood, and a member of Ashland United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; two brothers, H. Austin and Gerald Pollard. Survivors include her sons, Mitchell (Debra), Stan (Amy), and Chadduck (Kelly) Welch; grandchildren, Nicholas Welch and Kathryn (Welch) Eaton; 7 great-grandchildren; and many cousins, nephews and nieces. Private Graveside Farewell Services and Interment Prairie Ridge Cemetery, Polo, Missouri. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Ashland United Methodist Church or the PEO Sisterhood.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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V. Ludene Welch  1928 - 2021

Ruth Ann Powers, 91 St. Joseph, passed away Monday, January 18, 2021 in St. Joseph, MO. 

She was born April 5, 1929 in Lidderdale, Iowa to the late Nicolas and Hildagard (Van Erdewyk) Loew. She graduated from St. Ann Catholic High School in Vail, Iowa on May 25, 1947, and then went on to attend one year of college. She then went to work as a secretary for a lawyer in Vail, Iowa. Ruth married George E. Powers, January 12, 1954. They had four children. She enjoyed traveling, sewing, cooking, playing cards, doing crossword puzzles, reading, and spending time with family and friends. She was a devoted Catholic, and a member of St. Gregory's Church in Maryville, Missouri for over 40 years. 

She was preceded in death by: her parents; her husband; her daughter, Debra K. Powers; and her sisters, Irma Zeimen and Rita Powers. 

Survivors include: son, Patrick J. Powers; daughter, Diane M. Powers and husband, Louis "Butch" W. Smith, and son, Michael G. Powers all of St. Joseph, Missouri; sisters, Ester Pieper, Helen Tigges Hannasch, Betty Nepple, and Phyllis Luft; brother, Robert Loew, numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, and nieces and nephews. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, Alzheimers Research, or Three Rivers Hospice. There will be private services and inurnment Friday, January 22, 2021 at Mount Olivet Cemetery. Arrangements Rupp Funeral Home.&nbsp;

Ruth Ann Powers, 91 St. Joseph, passed away Monday, January 18, 2021 in St. Joseph, MO. She was born April 5, 1929 in Lidderdale, Iowa to the late Nicolas and Hildagard (Van Erdewyk) Loew. She graduated from St. Ann Catholic High School in Vail, Iowa on May 25, 1947, and then went on to attend one year of college. She then went to work as a secretary for a lawyer in Vail, Iowa. Ruth married George E. Powers, January 12, 1954. They had four children. She enjoyed traveling, sewing, cooking, playing cards, doing crossword puzzles, reading, and spending time with family and friends. She was a devoted Catholic, and a member of St. Gregory's Church in Maryville, Missouri for over 40 years. She was preceded in death by: her parents; her husband; her daughter, Debra K. Powers; and her sisters, Irma Zeimen and Rita Powers. Survivors include: son, Patrick J. Powers; daughter, Diane M. Powers and husband, Louis "Butch" W. Smith, and son, Michael G. Powers all of St. Joseph, Missouri; sisters, Ester Pieper, Helen Tigges Hannasch, Betty Nepple, and Phyllis Luft; brother, Robert Loew, numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, and nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, Alzheimers Research, or Three Rivers Hospice. There will be private services and inurnment Friday, January 22, 2021 at Mount Olivet Cemetery. Arrangements Rupp Funeral Home.&nbsp;<figure>
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Ruth Ann Powers  1929 - 2021

Mary Louise (Moore) Harness Prawl passed away peacefully on January 15, 2021, at the age of 92. She was a life-long resident of Doniphan County and lived in Denton for the last 50 years.

Mary was born in Highland on December 18, 1928, to parents Owen J. and A. Maurine (Dobson) Moore. She was the sixth of a family of nine children. She grew up on the family farm near Iowa Point and attended Martin Country and Iowa Point schools.

She married Clarence L. Harness in 1945, and they had three sons. Mary was a homemaker and worked various jobs at Noma Lights and Whitaker Cable in St. Joseph, Wilde Tool in Hiawatha, and the nursing home in Highland. She enjoyed trail rides and was a member of Highland Saddle Club with Charles when he was young. She married Samuel L. Prawl in 1970, and they remained together until his death in 2003.

Mary taught herself to play the guitar and piano in her youth. She played the guitar at country school socials and the Iowa Point Church. She was a life-long member of the Loretta Lynn Fan Club and identified with self-taught country musicians of her time. Her sons and grandkids knew not to call and interrupt “As the World Turns.” Her color was turquoise. She loved following the lives of her children, grandchildren, and family. She and Gramps (Sam Prawl) were usually the first people in the stands for every school play, recital, and ball game for the grandkids. She enjoyed family dinners, rodeos, and drives to Squaw Creek after Sunday dinner.&nbsp;

She is survived by her sister, Elsie Virginia Austin; three sons, Preston (Janet) Harness, Stephen (Meria) Harness, and Charles Harness; six grandchildren, Merideth (Shane) McEntire, Courtney (Niels) Harness Klok, Hilary (Daniel) Roberto, Crystal (Neal) Hontz, Lesley (Eliot) Smith, and Shane Harness; as well as six great-grandchildren who loved their GG.

She was proceeded in death by her spouse; parents; brothers, Charles and Warren Moore; and sisters, Elizabeth Liermann, Minnie Penn, Dorothy Hickok, Hester Rukavina, and Laura Ruth Cox.

Arrangements are being handled by Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, Highland. A private burial will take place at the Highland Cemetery. Cards and memorial contributions in her name may be sent to the funeral home, PO Box 33, 66035.

Mary Louise (Moore) Harness Prawl passed away peacefully on January 15, 2021, at the age of 92. She was a life-long resident of Doniphan County and lived in Denton for the last 50 years.Mary was born in Highland on December 18, 1928, to parents Owen J. and A. Maurine (Dobson) Moore. She was the sixth of a family of nine children. She grew up on the family farm near Iowa Point and attended Martin Country and Iowa Point schools.She married Clarence L. Harness in 1945, and they had three sons. Mary was a homemaker and worked various jobs at Noma Lights and Whitaker Cable in St. Joseph, Wilde Tool in Hiawatha, and the nursing home in Highland. She enjoyed trail rides and was a member of Highland Saddle Club with Charles when he was young. She married Samuel L. Prawl in 1970, and they remained together until his death in 2003.Mary taught herself to play the guitar and piano in her youth. She played the guitar at country school socials and the Iowa Point Church. She was a life-long member of the Loretta Lynn Fan Club and identified with self-taught country musicians of her time. Her sons and grandkids knew not to call and interrupt “As the World Turns.” Her color was turquoise. She loved following the lives of her children, grandchildren, and family. She and Gramps (Sam Prawl) were usually the first people in the stands for every school play, recital, and ball game for the grandkids. She enjoyed family dinners, rodeos, and drives to Squaw Creek after Sunday dinner.&nbsp;She is survived by her sister, Elsie Virginia Austin; three sons, Preston (Janet) Harness, Stephen (Meria) Harness, and Charles Harness; six grandchildren, Merideth (Shane) McEntire, Courtney (Niels) Harness Klok, Hilary (Daniel) Roberto, Crystal (Neal) Hontz, Lesley (Eliot) Smith, and Shane Harness; as well as six great-grandchildren who loved their GG.She was proceeded in death by her spouse; parents; brothers, Charles and Warren Moore; and sisters, Elizabeth Liermann, Minnie Penn, Dorothy Hickok, Hester Rukavina, and Laura Ruth Cox.Arrangements are being handled by Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, Highland. A private burial will take place at the Highland Cemetery. Cards and memorial contributions in her name may be sent to the funeral home, PO Box 33, 66035.www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com<figure>
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Mary Louise (Moore) Harness Prawl  1928 - 2021

Heather Faye Jarrett, 42, of St. Joseph, passed away January 17, 2021.&nbsp; Heather was born February 23, 1978 in St. Joseph to Donald L. and Margaret Joyce (Strawhacker) Jarrett.

She was a graduate of Central High School and had worked for Evergy as a meter reader and then a clerk.&nbsp; She loved rock climbing in her Jeep, and loved animals, especially boxer dogs.

Survivors include her mother Margaret Joyce German; sister Dana McClurg; step-sister Rachelle Ault; step-brother Ken German; niece Macyn McClurg; nephew Reese McClurg; other relatives and friends.

Preceding her in death were her father, step-father Thomas G. German, brother Donald L. Jarrett, Jr., three step-brothers Tommy Dale German, Richard German, and Robert Davies.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to FOPAS (Friends of Parkville Animal Shelter) or to Midwest Boxer Rescues.

Visitation will be Saturday, January 23, 2021 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel.

Heather Faye Jarrett, 42, of St. Joseph, passed away January 17, 2021.&nbsp; Heather was born February 23, 1978 in St. Joseph to Donald L. and Margaret Joyce (Strawhacker) Jarrett.She was a graduate of Central High School and had worked for Evergy as a meter reader and then a clerk.&nbsp; She loved rock climbing in her Jeep, and loved animals, especially boxer dogs.Survivors include her mother Margaret Joyce German; sister Dana McClurg; step-sister Rachelle Ault; step-brother Ken German; niece Macyn McClurg; nephew Reese McClurg; other relatives and friends.Preceding her in death were her father, step-father Thomas G. German, brother Donald L. Jarrett, Jr., three step-brothers Tommy Dale German, Richard German, and Robert Davies.In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to FOPAS (Friends of Parkville Animal Shelter) or to Midwest Boxer Rescues.Visitation will be Saturday, January 23, 2021 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel.<figure>
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Heather Faye Jarrett  1978 - 2021

Norman P. Lang, 87, of St. Joseph, passed away Sunday, January 17, 2021.

Norman was born in Leavenworth, KS on April 4, 1933 to John and Sophia Lang.&nbsp; He graduated from Christian Brothers High School in 1951.&nbsp; Norman served in the United States Army from 1952 - 1953, first stationed at Fort Riley, Kansas and then deployed to Germany.&nbsp; Upon his return, Norman began his career at The U.S. Postal Service until he retired after 30 years.&nbsp; Norman married Joan McWilliams on November 3, 1962 and she survives him of the home.

Survivors also include son David (Lucinda) and daughters Susan (Jon) Hoppe and Julie Lang; grandchildren Josh, Jacob, Jonah, Grace and Ian; sister Florence Scudder and numerous nieces and nephews.

Norman was preceded in death by his parents, sister Mary Jane Carson and brothers Leo and Stanley Lang.

A prayer service will be held 10:00 AM, Saturday, January 23, 2021 at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel. Father Christian Malewski officiating.

Memorial donations may be made to &nbsp;Catholic Charities c/o Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church.

Norman P. Lang, 87, of St. Joseph, passed away Sunday, January 17, 2021.Norman was born in Leavenworth, KS on April 4, 1933 to John and Sophia Lang.&nbsp; He graduated from Christian Brothers High School in 1951.&nbsp; Norman served in the United States Army from 1952 - 1953, first stationed at Fort Riley, Kansas and then deployed to Germany.&nbsp; Upon his return, Norman began his career at The U.S. Postal Service until he retired after 30 years.&nbsp; Norman married Joan McWilliams on November 3, 1962 and she survives him of the home.Survivors also include son David (Lucinda) and daughters Susan (Jon) Hoppe and Julie Lang; grandchildren Josh, Jacob, Jonah, Grace and Ian; sister Florence Scudder and numerous nieces and nephews.Norman was preceded in death by his parents, sister Mary Jane Carson and brothers Leo and Stanley Lang.A prayer service will be held 10:00 AM, Saturday, January 23, 2021 at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel. Father Christian Malewski officiating.Memorial donations may be made to &nbsp;Catholic Charities c/o Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church.<figure>
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Norman P. Lang  1933 - 2021

Bruce Wayne Veale, 61 of St. Joseph passed away on Sunday, January 17, 2021 at home surrounded by his family.

Bruce was born on March 6, 1959 in St. Joseph, Mo, to the late Charles and Marilyn Veale.

He was a proud graduate of&nbsp; Lafayette High School where he was an accomplished athlete and excelled in football and wrestling. He then attended Missouri Western State College.

He was an avid woodworker and devoted papa. He would give the shirt off of his back and acted in service to others.

Bruce served his country on active duty in the United States Navy and later in the 139th Tactical Airlift Wing of the Missouri Air National Guard.

He was a corrections officer in Leavenworth, KS.

Bruce was a member of the American Legion Post, 287 in Savannah.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his aunt; Shirley Schultz.

Bruce is survived by his fiance'; Jana Cook, children; Mark and Alex (Cassandra) Veale, Elizabeth (Zachary) Nichols, Kelly and Corey (Becca) Cook, fourteen grand children, brother; Mike Veale, sister; Leigh Ann Pray, and aunt; Janet Ritchheart.

Bruce has been cremated under the direction of&nbsp; Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel. A Celebration of Life will be scheduled at a later date and a private inurnment will be held at Leavenworth National Cemetery.

Bruce Wayne Veale, 61 of St. Joseph passed away on Sunday, January 17, 2021 at home surrounded by his family.Bruce was born on March 6, 1959 in St. Joseph, Mo, to the late Charles and Marilyn Veale.He was a proud graduate of&nbsp; Lafayette High School where he was an accomplished athlete and excelled in football and wrestling. He then attended Missouri Western State College.He was an avid woodworker and devoted papa. He would give the shirt off of his back and acted in service to others.Bruce served his country on active duty in the United States Navy and later in the 139th Tactical Airlift Wing of the Missouri Air National Guard.He was a corrections officer in Leavenworth, KS.Bruce was a member of the American Legion Post, 287 in Savannah.In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his aunt; Shirley Schultz.Bruce is survived by his fiance'; Jana Cook, children; Mark and Alex (Cassandra) Veale, Elizabeth (Zachary) Nichols, Kelly and Corey (Becca) Cook, fourteen grand children, brother; Mike Veale, sister; Leigh Ann Pray, and aunt; Janet Ritchheart.Bruce has been cremated under the direction of&nbsp; Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel. A Celebration of Life will be scheduled at a later date and a private inurnment will be held at Leavenworth National Cemetery.<figure>
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Bruce W. Veale  1959 - 2021

Shirley Masson of St Joseph died peacefully on January 17, 2021 surrounded by her family.

Shirley was born to the late Michael Fisher and Zita Weber Fisher on July 2, 1926 and married Norman Wasson on September 10, 1949.&nbsp; They were blessed with three daughters, Michele (Mark) Antle, Jan McQueen and Cheryl Cox, all of St. Joseph.

After Norman passed, Shirley married Thomas Masson on October 6, 1995.

Shirley had seven grandchildren; Megan (Brian) Free, Myles (Maggie) Antle, Kyle (Jamie) McQueen, Kristin (Aaron) Old, Amber (Adam) Piper, Alecia Cox and Andrea Cox.&nbsp; Great grandchildren are Brayden, Kaitlyn, Carter, Lilly, Dayzie, Brier, Riley, McKenzie, Owen, Madisyn, Kodi, Javen, Karmella, Kaveah and another expected this summer.

She graduated from Pickett High School in 1943 and Platt-Gard Business College.&nbsp; She worked as a secretary at St. Joseph Stock Yards for 13 years and Farmland Industries for 23 years.

Shirley was a founding member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church and her faith was very important to her.&nbsp; She served as an Eucharistic minister and was a member of the Altar Society and Ladies of Charity.&nbsp; She was a Mir House Adorer.

Shirley loved to travel and visited all 50 states and many countries.

Shirley Masson of St Joseph died peacefully on January 17, 2021 surrounded by her family.Shirley was born to the late Michael Fisher and Zita Weber Fisher on July 2, 1926 and married Norman Wasson on September 10, 1949.&nbsp; They were blessed with three daughters, Michele (Mark) Antle, Jan McQueen and Cheryl Cox, all of St. Joseph.After Norman passed, Shirley married Thomas Masson on October 6, 1995.Shirley had seven grandchildren; Megan (Brian) Free, Myles (Maggie) Antle, Kyle (Jamie) McQueen, Kristin (Aaron) Old, Amber (Adam) Piper, Alecia Cox and Andrea Cox.&nbsp; Great grandchildren are Brayden, Kaitlyn, Carter, Lilly, Dayzie, Brier, Riley, McKenzie, Owen, Madisyn, Kodi, Javen, Karmella, Kaveah and another expected this summer.She graduated from Pickett High School in 1943 and Platt-Gard Business College.&nbsp; She worked as a secretary at St. Joseph Stock Yards for 13 years and Farmland Industries for 23 years.Shirley was a founding member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church and her faith was very important to her.&nbsp; She served as an Eucharistic minister and was a member of the Altar Society and Ladies of Charity.&nbsp; She was a Mir House Adorer.Shirley loved to travel and visited all 50 states and many countries.Shirley was preceded in death by her husbands Norman and Thomas, her siblings June Fisher Swift, Michael, Richard and Gerald Fisher and son-in-law Rick McQueen.The chapel at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel will be open for viewing from 2:00PM - 6:00 PM and from 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM, Tuesday January 19th.&nbsp; Due to COVID concerns, the family will not greet visitors.&nbsp; There will be a private family Mass of Resurrection at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church.Masks and social distancing will be required.In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to St. Francis House of Bread or Bishop LeBlond High School are suggested.<figure>
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