Lawrence J. “Larry” Schultz, 83, of St. Joseph, MO died Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at a local healthcare facility.

He was born November 18, 1937 to Nicholas J. and Dorothy M. (Haas) Schultz in St. Joseph. Larry married his high school sweetheart, Sharon G. Hirter on August 31, 1957, she survives of the home. He started his career with Schultz Electric in 1957. In 2005, Larry joined P1 Group as a Senior Project Manager. He was currently Special Project Manager handling the Emerson Group account, traveling across the United States. Larry was very respected by his entire team for his caring nature and his meticulous work; this is what made him so successful in his field and in life. He was instrumental in helping others start their own business. He was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, as well as one of the founding members, St. Joseph Country Club, St. Joseph Benton Club, IBEW Local #545, Genesis Health Clubs, Missouri Western Gold Coat Club, former Board of Regents at Missouri Western State University, serving as past Board President, past member of Knights and Ladies of the Holy Sepulcher of Jerusalem, Past President of NECA, former board member of Junior Achievement, American Legion Post 359, and former member of Missouri Air National Guard 139th Airlift Wing. Larry was an avid marathoner completing 10 in his lifetime, and still worked out daily. He loved supporting LeBlond High School. He loved his family and grandchildren, who called him “Pa”. Traveling and spending time with his grandchildren was one of his favorite things.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Survivors include his wife Sharon G. Schultz; children, Terry Sanchez (Jerry), Dallas, TX, Kim Baker (Warren), St. Joseph, and Randy Schultz (Michele), St. Joseph; grandchildren Kristin Riley(Cody), Omaha, Nebraska, Tyler Lawrence Schultz (Jennifer), Parkville, Missouri, Zachary Schultz (Riley), Rosendale, Missouri, Benjamin Baker, Parkville, Missouri, Nikko Sanchez, Fort Worth, Texas, Patrick Baker, Parkville, Missouri, Lauren Schultz, St. Joseph, Missouri, J. Nicholas Schultz, St. Joseph, Missouri, Merideth Sanchez, Dallas, Texas; great grandchildren, Madilyn Riley, Parker Lawrence Schultz, Cora Schultz; brother, Roger Schultz (Rosanne) St. Joseph, and many nieces and nephews.

Private Family Memorial Mass, 1:30 P.M. Saturday, Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Parish Rosary 1:00 P.M. Saturday, Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Inurnment Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to Bishop LeBlond High School c/o Larry Schultz Scholarship, Friends of the Animal Shelter or a charity of the donor’s choice. Due to Covid, there will be no formal family visitation. A register book will be available at Meierhoffer Funeral Home and online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com. Mass will be livestreamed on Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church Facebook page.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Lawrence J. “Larry” Schultz, 83, of St. Joseph, MO died Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at a local healthcare facility. He was born November 18, 1937 to Nicholas J. and Dorothy M. (Haas) Schultz in St. Joseph. Larry married his high school sweetheart, Sharon G. Hirter on August 31, 1957, she survives of the home. He started his career with Schultz Electric in 1957. In 2005, Larry joined P1 Group as a Senior Project Manager. He was currently Special Project Manager handling the Emerson Group account, traveling across the United States. Larry was very respected by his entire team for his caring nature and his meticulous work; this is what made him so successful in his field and in life. He was instrumental in helping others start their own business. He was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, as well as one of the founding members, St. Joseph Country Club, St. Joseph Benton Club, IBEW Local #545, Genesis Health Clubs, Missouri Western Gold Coat Club, former Board of Regents at Missouri Western State University, serving as past Board President, past member of Knights and Ladies of the Holy Sepulcher of Jerusalem, Past President of NECA, former board member of Junior Achievement, American Legion Post 359, and former member of Missouri Air National Guard 139th Airlift Wing. Larry was an avid marathoner completing 10 in his lifetime, and still worked out daily. He loved supporting LeBlond High School. He loved his family and grandchildren, who called him “Pa”. Traveling and spending time with his grandchildren was one of his favorite things. He was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include his wife Sharon G. Schultz; children, Terry Sanchez (Jerry), Dallas, TX, Kim Baker (Warren), St. Joseph, and Randy Schultz (Michele), St. Joseph; grandchildren Kristin Riley(Cody), Omaha, Nebraska, Tyler Lawrence Schultz (Jennifer), Parkville, Missouri, Zachary Schultz (Riley), Rosendale, Missouri, Benjamin Baker, Parkville, Missouri, Nikko Sanchez, Fort Worth, Texas, Patrick Baker, Parkville, Missouri, Lauren Schultz, St. Joseph, Missouri, J. Nicholas Schultz, St. Joseph, Missouri, Merideth Sanchez, Dallas, Texas; great grandchildren, Madilyn Riley, Parker Lawrence Schultz, Cora Schultz; brother, Roger Schultz (Rosanne) St. Joseph, and many nieces and nephews. Private Family Memorial Mass, 1:30 P.M. Saturday, Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Parish Rosary 1:00 P.M. Saturday, Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Inurnment Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to Bishop LeBlond High School c/o Larry Schultz Scholarship, Friends of the Animal Shelter or a charity of the donor’s choice. Due to Covid, there will be no formal family visitation. A register book will be available at Meierhoffer Funeral Home and online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com. Mass will be livestreamed on Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church Facebook page.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Lawrence J. “Larry” Schultz  1937 - 2021

Ruth M. Beasley, 95, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, January 12, 2021.

She was born December 25, 1925 in Skidmore, Missouri to James and Daisy (Nowland) Lowrance. Ruth married Charles F. Beasley, Jr. on July 19, 1946. He preceded her in death on April 13, 2010. She was a bank teller at 1st National Bank in St. Joseph for a few years after high school, then became a homemaker. Ruth was an excellent cook. She loved bowling, crafts, sewing and spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She also was a member of Woodson Chapel Church. The family would like to give special thanks to Dianne and Tom Hund and Three Rivers Hospice.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Charles; three brothers; and three sisters.

Survivors include son, David Beasley (Debbie); daughters, Cindee Schopfer (Rick) and Sandra Coker (Thomas); grandchildren, David Jr. (Lacy), Derrick (Alethea) and Daniel(Amanda) Beasley, Justin Schopfer (Cassy), Jennifer Schweigerdt (Brent), and Allison and Matthew Coker; grandchildren, Kian, Macen, Zackary, Owen and Wyatt Beasley, Haley, Ava, Lucas and Harper Schopfer, and Rylee and Brooks Schweigerdt; numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.

Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Three Rivers Hospice.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ruth M. Beasley, 95, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, January 12, 2021. She was born December 25, 1925 in Skidmore, Missouri to James and Daisy (Nowland) Lowrance. Ruth married Charles F. Beasley, Jr. on July 19, 1946. He preceded her in death on April 13, 2010. She was a bank teller at 1st National Bank in St. Joseph for a few years after high school, then became a homemaker. Ruth was an excellent cook. She loved bowling, crafts, sewing and spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She also was a member of Woodson Chapel Church. The family would like to give special thanks to Dianne and Tom Hund and Three Rivers Hospice. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Charles; three brothers; and three sisters. Survivors include son, David Beasley (Debbie); daughters, Cindee Schopfer (Rick) and Sandra Coker (Thomas); grandchildren, David Jr. (Lacy), Derrick (Alethea) and Daniel(Amanda) Beasley, Justin Schopfer (Cassy), Jennifer Schweigerdt (Brent), and Allison and Matthew Coker; grandchildren, Kian, Macen, Zackary, Owen and Wyatt Beasley, Haley, Ava, Lucas and Harper Schopfer, and Rylee and Brooks Schweigerdt; numerous nieces, nephews and extended family. Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Three Rivers Hospice.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Ruth M. Beasley  1925 - 2021

Kathleen E. “Kathy” Kelder, 66, Country Club, Missouri, passed away Monday January 11, 2021.

She was born June 28, 1954 to Colonel Edward and Helen (Hartman) Grace in St. Joseph, Missouri.

Kathy married Charles “Curly” Kelder August 29, 1985. She received her Master’s in Nursing from UMKC. Kathy valued education and was an exceptional Registered Nurse for over 30 years. She was a Captain in the Air National Guard before retiring. Kathy was selfless, never found fault in anyone, and believed people were genuinely good. She was a great cook and loved to shop. She loved her children and grandchildren fiercely and was so proud of them. Her Catholic faith was so important to her and she loved Jesus. Kathy always had a smile on her face.

She was preceded in death by her parents; 2 infant children and her sister, Connie Bourland.

Survivors include the love of her life, her husband of 35 years, Curly; her children, Angelyn Coder (Bobbie Martin), Kayla Ueligger (Lonnie); grandchildren, Preston Foster (Emma Boone), Isaac Foster (Jatelon Boone), Trevor Foster, Taylor Dean Foster (Danielle Atkins), Hunter Foster, Madison Foster, Ripken Coder, Helen Ueligger, Bernadette Ueligger, Kelder Ray Ueligger; siblings, Edward Grace, Jr. (Gayle), Aggie Covault (Scott), Wendeline Grace; brother-in-law, Buck Bourland, many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 A.M. Saturday, St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. Interment Mount Olivet Cemetery. Parish Rosary 5:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Kathleen E. “Kathy” Kelder, 66, Country Club, Missouri, passed away Monday January 11, 2021. She was born June 28, 1954 to Colonel Edward and Helen (Hartman) Grace in St. Joseph, Missouri. Kathy married Charles “Curly” Kelder August 29, 1985. She received her Master’s in Nursing from UMKC. Kathy valued education and was an exceptional Registered Nurse for over 30 years. She was a Captain in the Air National Guard before retiring. Kathy was selfless, never found fault in anyone, and believed people were genuinely good. She was a great cook and loved to shop. She loved her children and grandchildren fiercely and was so proud of them. Her Catholic faith was so important to her and she loved Jesus. Kathy always had a smile on her face. She was preceded in death by her parents; 2 infant children and her sister, Connie Bourland. Survivors include the love of her life, her husband of 35 years, Curly; her children, Angelyn Coder (Bobbie Martin), Kayla Ueligger (Lonnie); grandchildren, Preston Foster (Emma Boone), Isaac Foster (Jatelon Boone), Trevor Foster, Taylor Dean Foster (Danielle Atkins), Hunter Foster, Madison Foster, Ripken Coder, Helen Ueligger, Bernadette Ueligger, Kelder Ray Ueligger; siblings, Edward Grace, Jr. (Gayle), Aggie Covault (Scott), Wendeline Grace; brother-in-law, Buck Bourland, many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 A.M. Saturday, St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. Interment Mount Olivet Cemetery. Parish Rosary 5:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Kathleen E. “Kathy” Kelder  1954 - 2021

Richard Harold Spilman, 69, of Atchison, KS, passed away Wednesday, January 13, 2021.

Funeral service will be 2:00 PM Monday, January 18, 2021 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home with Rev. Stephen Lucas officiating. Burial will follow at Camp Creek Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM to 2:00PM prior to the service at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to Camp Creek Cemetery or Faith Bible Fellowship and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www.beckerdyer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Richard Harold Spilman, 69, of Atchison, KS, passed away Wednesday, January 13, 2021. Funeral service will be 2:00 PM Monday, January 18, 2021 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home with Rev. Stephen Lucas officiating. Burial will follow at Camp Creek Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM to 2:00PM prior to the service at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to Camp Creek Cemetery or Faith Bible Fellowship and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www.beckerdyer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Richard Harold Spilman  1962 - 2021

Anita Gail Chalfant passed on January 10, 2021 at the age of 67 in her home surrounded by family. 

Full of life and love, Anita cherished family, friends, and community. Through these relationships, her legacy and memories will be carried on in the hearts of many.

Anita was born on September 12, 1953 in Atchison, KS. She grew up on a farm with four sisters and one brother. As a sophomore at Atchison County Community High School, Anita met her high school sweetheart Wayne. She graduated in 1971 and shortly after on August 13, 1972, she and Wayne married and began their family.

Wayne and Anita enjoyed traveling and visiting their grandchildren frequently. Anita had a passion for holidays, celebrations, and shopping with family.

Anita worked hard her entire life and was most recently employed as a paraprofessional at Horton Elementary School for over 25 years before her retirement. After retirement, Anita’s primary profession was spoiling her grandchildren. Wayne and Anita were members of the Everest Christian Church, where they attended regularly.

Her brevity, humor, and unwavering passion are what fueled Anita’s bright personality. Anita was never slow to share her opinion, and never missed a daily video chat with her children and eight grandchildren.

Anita is survived by Wayne of the home, their children, Jeremy W. Chalfant of Wichita, KS; Bryan A. Chalfant (Somer) of Lawrence, KS; and Lindsay G. Baker (Jeffrey) of Topeka, KS; grandchildren, Ayden Chalfant, Noah Chalfant, Sylas Chalfant, Corbyn Chalfant, Jude Chalfant, Abigail Baker, Ezekyiel Chalfant, and Avery Baker; siblings, Virginia (Sherry) Gross of Bethany, OK; Judy (Dennis) Bodenhausen of Lancaster, KS; Karen (Robert) Neill of Cummings, KS; Sharon (Dede) (Steve) Caplinger of Effingham, KS; and Allan (Diana) Hundley of Atchison, KS.

Anita was preceded in death by her parents Beryl and Virginia Hundley.

Memorial service will be 2:00 PM Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home with Ryan VanPeursem offictiating. In lieu of flowers, Anita has requested that memorials are bequest to NEK Multi-County Home Health &amp; Hospice and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Words of comfort for the family may be left at www.beckerdyer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Anita Gail Chalfant passed on January 10, 2021 at the age of 67 in her home surrounded by family. Full of life and love, Anita cherished family, friends, and community. Through these relationships, her legacy and memories will be carried on in the hearts of many. Anita was born on September 12, 1953 in Atchison, KS. She grew up on a farm with four sisters and one brother. As a sophomore at Atchison County Community High School, Anita met her high school sweetheart Wayne. She graduated in 1971 and shortly after on August 13, 1972, she and Wayne married and began their family. Wayne and Anita enjoyed traveling and visiting their grandchildren frequently. Anita had a passion for holidays, celebrations, and shopping with family. Anita worked hard her entire life and was most recently employed as a paraprofessional at Horton Elementary School for over 25 years before her retirement. After retirement, Anita’s primary profession was spoiling her grandchildren. Wayne and Anita were members of the Everest Christian Church, where they attended regularly. Her brevity, humor, and unwavering passion are what fueled Anita’s bright personality. Anita was never slow to share her opinion, and never missed a daily video chat with her children and eight grandchildren. Anita is survived by Wayne of the home, their children, Jeremy W. Chalfant of Wichita, KS; Bryan A. Chalfant (Somer) of Lawrence, KS; and Lindsay G. Baker (Jeffrey) of Topeka, KS; grandchildren, Ayden Chalfant, Noah Chalfant, Sylas Chalfant, Corbyn Chalfant, Jude Chalfant, Abigail Baker, Ezekyiel Chalfant, and Avery Baker; siblings, Virginia (Sherry) Gross of Bethany, OK; Judy (Dennis) Bodenhausen of Lancaster, KS; Karen (Robert) Neill of Cummings, KS; Sharon (Dede) (Steve) Caplinger of Effingham, KS; and Allan (Diana) Hundley of Atchison, KS. Anita was preceded in death by her parents Beryl and Virginia Hundley. Memorial service will be 2:00 PM Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home with Ryan VanPeursem offictiating. In lieu of flowers, Anita has requested that memorials are bequest to NEK Multi-County Home Health &amp; Hospice and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Words of comfort for the family may be left at www.beckerdyer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Anita Gail Chalfant (Hundley)  1953 - 2021

Dean Orvan Miller 52, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Tuesday January 12, 2021 in St. Joseph. 

He was born June 26, 1968 in St. Joseph, Missouri son of Mary &amp; William Miller. He graduated from Central High School. He was an Eagle Scout and a member of the Tribe of Mic-O-Say. 

Dean was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Miller. 

Survivors include father, William Edward Miller of Saint Joseph, MO, sisters, Tina (Joe) Donohue, and Tammy Speta, brother, Paul (Kelly) Miller, aunt, Barbara Miller, Savannah, MO, sons, Ivan Michael Miller, and 11, Gregory K Miller, and wife Pam Miller. 

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

Dean Orvan Miller 52, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Tuesday January 12, 2021 in St. Joseph. He was born June 26, 1968 in St. Joseph, Missouri son of Mary &amp; William Miller. He graduated from Central High School. He was an Eagle Scout and a member of the Tribe of Mic-O-Say. Dean was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Miller. Survivors include father, William Edward Miller of Saint Joseph, MO, sisters, Tina (Joe) Donohue, and Tammy Speta, brother, Paul (Kelly) Miller, aunt, Barbara Miller, Savannah, MO, sons, Ivan Michael Miller, and 11, Gregory K Miller, and wife Pam Miller. He will be cremated under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

Dean Orvan Miller  1968 - 2021

&nbsp;Wanda D. Adams, 87, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, January 11, 2021.

She was born April 9, 1933 in Seymour, Missouri to Harry and Mabel (Hargus) Hamilton.

Wanda married Harold Adams on February 4, 1956. He survives of the home.

She grew up in St. Joseph and graduated from Central High School, Class of 1951. She then worked as a telephone operator for Southwestern Bell for 23 years.

Wanda enjoyed sewing, quilting, crocheting and knitting. She was a great cook and homemaker. Her greatest joy was her family, especially her grandchildren. Family tradition was very important. The family wants to give thanks to Mosaic Hospice caregivers Heidi Sidwell, Cynthia McCallon, Jason Atkinson, Janet Woolery and Missy Wiedmer.

Wanda was preceded in death by her parents; and sister-in-law, Mavis Weeks.

Survivors include her husband, Harold; sons, Randy Adams (Heather) and Steven Adams (Darcy); sister, Genila Gay (Jack); brother-in-law, Clyde Weeks; grandchildren, Amanda and Seth Adams; and great-grandchildren, Madyson, Keira, Bella and Finley Adams. Farewell Services 3:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.

Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Noyes Home for Children or Mosaic Hospice&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp;Wanda D. Adams, 87, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, January 11, 2021. She was born April 9, 1933 in Seymour, Missouri to Harry and Mabel (Hargus) Hamilton. Wanda married Harold Adams on February 4, 1956. He survives of the home. She grew up in St. Joseph and graduated from Central High School, Class of 1951. She then worked as a telephone operator for Southwestern Bell for 23 years. Wanda enjoyed sewing, quilting, crocheting and knitting. She was a great cook and homemaker. Her greatest joy was her family, especially her grandchildren. Family tradition was very important. The family wants to give thanks to Mosaic Hospice caregivers Heidi Sidwell, Cynthia McCallon, Jason Atkinson, Janet Woolery and Missy Wiedmer. Wanda was preceded in death by her parents; and sister-in-law, Mavis Weeks. Survivors include her husband, Harold; sons, Randy Adams (Heather) and Steven Adams (Darcy); sister, Genila Gay (Jack); brother-in-law, Clyde Weeks; grandchildren, Amanda and Seth Adams; and great-grandchildren, Madyson, Keira, Bella and Finley Adams. Farewell Services 3:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Noyes Home for Children or Mosaic Hospice&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Wanda D. Adams  1933 - 2021

Carolyn Sue Kibble-Ballard,72, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, January 11, 2021.

She was born December 10, 1948 in St. Joseph to James and Eleanor (Smith) Kibble.

Carolyn married Aggie Ballard on December 12, 1992. She survives of the home.

She was a bartender for many years at numerous bars.

Carolyn liked to crochet and she loved her flowers. She had the biggest green thumb you’ve ever seen. She also loved butterflies and camping. She was of the Presbyterian faith.

Carolyn was very family-oriented and was the biggest, strongest fighter, especially through her illness.

She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother; and one sister.

Survivors include her husband, Aggie Ballard; five children, David Mack of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Tina Mack of St. Joseph, Tammy Mack of St. Joseph, Shelly Hewitt of Lawrence, Kansas, and Gary Ballard of St. Joseph; brother, Richard Kibble of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma; 12 grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren.

Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the National Kidney Foundation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Carolyn Sue Kibble-Ballard,72, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, January 11, 2021. She was born December 10, 1948 in St. Joseph to James and Eleanor (Smith) Kibble. Carolyn married Aggie Ballard on December 12, 1992. She survives of the home. She was a bartender for many years at numerous bars. Carolyn liked to crochet and she loved her flowers. She had the biggest green thumb you’ve ever seen. She also loved butterflies and camping. She was of the Presbyterian faith. Carolyn was very family-oriented and was the biggest, strongest fighter, especially through her illness. She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother; and one sister. Survivors include her husband, Aggie Ballard; five children, David Mack of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Tina Mack of St. Joseph, Tammy Mack of St. Joseph, Shelly Hewitt of Lawrence, Kansas, and Gary Ballard of St. Joseph; brother, Richard Kibble of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma; 12 grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren. Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the National Kidney Foundation.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Carolyn Sue Kibble-Ballard  1948 - 2021

Glenn F. Shepherd of St Joseph, in his words slid on out of here on January 11, 2021 at the age of 87.

He was born in Dekalb, MO on October 19, 1933 to Herman R. and Lulu M. (Boy) Shepherd.

Glenn attended Lafayette High School and joined the Navy in 1950. After serving 4 years, he returned to St. Joseph where he married L. Kathryn (Kretzer) Shepherd, of Savannah, Missouri on September 10, 1954. He retired from Richmond Screw Anchor Company in 1996 after 44 years of service, the last 27 years as Plant Manager.

Glenn was preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, son Roger B. Shepherd and his parents.

He is survived by his daughter, Teresa K. Burger (Jeff), of the home; grandchildren, Andrew B. Limle (Tiffany), Austin B. Limle (Ashley) and Abbie B. Wallingford (Kyle Ward), all of St. Joseph; great-grandchildren, Rook and Royce Limle, Piper Jo Wallingford and Maizie Ward; brother, Roger H. Shepherd; sister-in-law, Nellie Howard, numerous nieces and nephews.

Glenn wanted to wish all his friends a happy and safe New Year and thank you for being my friend!

The family would like to give special thanks to Kelly, Cassie and Katelyn with Freudenthal Hospice for their amazing care they gave to Glenn. Graveside Farewell Services &amp; Interment with Military Rites 3:00 P.M. Friday, Memorial Park Cemetery. The procession will leave from Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations be made to the American Cancer Society or the Friends of the Animal Shelter.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Glenn F. Shepherd of St Joseph, in his words slid on out of here on January 11, 2021 at the age of 87. He was born in Dekalb, MO on October 19, 1933 to Herman R. and Lulu M. (Boy) Shepherd. Glenn attended Lafayette High School and joined the Navy in 1950. After serving 4 years, he returned to St. Joseph where he married L. Kathryn (Kretzer) Shepherd, of Savannah, Missouri on September 10, 1954. He retired from Richmond Screw Anchor Company in 1996 after 44 years of service, the last 27 years as Plant Manager. Glenn was preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, son Roger B. Shepherd and his parents. He is survived by his daughter, Teresa K. Burger (Jeff), of the home; grandchildren, Andrew B. Limle (Tiffany), Austin B. Limle (Ashley) and Abbie B. Wallingford (Kyle Ward), all of St. Joseph; great-grandchildren, Rook and Royce Limle, Piper Jo Wallingford and Maizie Ward; brother, Roger H. Shepherd; sister-in-law, Nellie Howard, numerous nieces and nephews. Glenn wanted to wish all his friends a happy and safe New Year and thank you for being my friend! The family would like to give special thanks to Kelly, Cassie and Katelyn with Freudenthal Hospice for their amazing care they gave to Glenn. Graveside Farewell Services &amp; Interment with Military Rites 3:00 P.M. Friday, Memorial Park Cemetery. The procession will leave from Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations be made to the American Cancer Society or the Friends of the Animal Shelter.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Glenn F. Shepherd  1933 - 2021

Mary Lou Folk, 90, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, January 10, 2021.

She was born February 6, 1930 in Reading, Pennsylvania to William and Eva (Zimmerman) Heisler.

Mary Lou married Raymond Folk December 22, 1951; he preceded her in death on September 25, 2004. She was also preceded in death by her parents.

She was a member of Ashland United Methodist Church, where she led a group as the teacher in knitting prayer shawls and played in the bell choir.

Mary Lou proudly produced many embroidery pieces of high quality and was a member of the Embroiders Guild of America.

She enjoyed traveling, cruise ships, photography, and watching NASCAR. Mary Lou enjoyed her pet dogs throughout her life.

Survivors include her sons, Dr. Scott Folk (Lisa), St. Joseph, Missouri, Dr. Jeff Folk (Mary Ann), Newnan, Georgia; grandchildren, Kristen Conaway (Patrick), Littleton, Colorado, Lauren Ercolini (Adam), Billerica, Massachusetts, Christopher Folk, Orlando, Florida, Stefan Folk, St. Joseph, Missouri; and great-grandchild, Reagan Conaway.

Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Thursday, Ashland United Methodist Church. Services under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to Ashland United Methodist Church. Public Livestream will be available through the Ashland United Methodist Church Facebook page.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Mary Lou Folk, 90, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, January 10, 2021. She was born February 6, 1930 in Reading, Pennsylvania to William and Eva (Zimmerman) Heisler. Mary Lou married Raymond Folk December 22, 1951; he preceded her in death on September 25, 2004. She was also preceded in death by her parents. She was a member of Ashland United Methodist Church, where she led a group as the teacher in knitting prayer shawls and played in the bell choir. Mary Lou proudly produced many embroidery pieces of high quality and was a member of the Embroiders Guild of America. She enjoyed traveling, cruise ships, photography, and watching NASCAR. Mary Lou enjoyed her pet dogs throughout her life. Survivors include her sons, Dr. Scott Folk (Lisa), St. Joseph, Missouri, Dr. Jeff Folk (Mary Ann), Newnan, Georgia; grandchildren, Kristen Conaway (Patrick), Littleton, Colorado, Lauren Ercolini (Adam), Billerica, Massachusetts, Christopher Folk, Orlando, Florida, Stefan Folk, St. Joseph, Missouri; and great-grandchild, Reagan Conaway. Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Thursday, Ashland United Methodist Church. Services under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to Ashland United Methodist Church. Public Livestream will be available through the Ashland United Methodist Church Facebook page.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Mary Lou Folk  1930 - 2021

Craig Greene, 62, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, January 9, 2021

He was born in St. Joseph on September 26, 1958. Craig graduated from Central High School and received a diploma with highest honors as an electrician from Stratford Career Institute on March 12, 2019.

His is survived by his sister, Deborah Thompson of Kansas City, MO; brother, Robert Greene of Grand Rapids, MI; niece, Shalon Paige of Kansas City; nephews, Ishmail Paige of Kansas City, Frank Ford of Kansas City, and Franklin Ford of Kansas City; great-nephews, LeShawn Weems of Kansas City, Isaiah Ford of Kansas City; and great-nieces, ShayQuan Paige of Kansas City and Saraiah Ford of Kansas City.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Cecil and Mabel Greene.

Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Craig Greene, 62, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, January 9, 2021 He was born in St. Joseph on September 26, 1958. Craig graduated from Central High School and received a diploma with highest honors as an electrician from Stratford Career Institute on March 12, 2019. His is survived by his sister, Deborah Thompson of Kansas City, MO; brother, Robert Greene of Grand Rapids, MI; niece, Shalon Paige of Kansas City; nephews, Ishmail Paige of Kansas City, Frank Ford of Kansas City, and Franklin Ford of Kansas City; great-nephews, LeShawn Weems of Kansas City, Isaiah Ford of Kansas City; and great-nieces, ShayQuan Paige of Kansas City and Saraiah Ford of Kansas City. He was preceded in death by his parents, Cecil and Mabel Greene. Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Craig M. Greene  1958 - 2021

Hazel Marie Hasting, 67, of Gallatin, Missouri, formerly of St. Joseph, passed away Saturday, January 9, 2021 at Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph. 

She was born June 17, 1953 in Atchison, KS, daughter of Mildred and Frank Ferrier. She attended Benton High School. Hazel enjoyed listening to music, spending time with her dogs, and helping others. 

Hazel was preceded in death by father, Frank Ferrier, and step-son, Marion Hasting. 

Survivors include: son, Joshua Hasting of Portland, OR, daughter, Carol Anthony of Jamesport, MO, mother, Mildred Traphagen of Hoyt, KS, step-son, Timothy Hasting of Kansas City, KS, step-mother, Tootie Ferrier, siblings, Carolyn, Barbara, Diane, Charles, Steven, Mary Ann, Frank, Laura, her boyfriend, James Jones, 3 grandchildren, and 5 great-grandchildren.

Ms. Hasting has been cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Memorials are requested to the Hazel Hasting Memorial Fund, c/o Rupp Funeral Home.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Hazel Marie Hasting, 67, of Gallatin, Missouri, formerly of St. Joseph, passed away Saturday, January 9, 2021 at Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph. She was born June 17, 1953 in Atchison, KS, daughter of Mildred and Frank Ferrier. She attended Benton High School. Hazel enjoyed listening to music, spending time with her dogs, and helping others. Hazel was preceded in death by father, Frank Ferrier, and step-son, Marion Hasting. Survivors include: son, Joshua Hasting of Portland, OR, daughter, Carol Anthony of Jamesport, MO, mother, Mildred Traphagen of Hoyt, KS, step-son, Timothy Hasting of Kansas City, KS, step-mother, Tootie Ferrier, siblings, Carolyn, Barbara, Diane, Charles, Steven, Mary Ann, Frank, Laura, her boyfriend, James Jones, 3 grandchildren, and 5 great-grandchildren. Ms. Hasting has been cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Memorials are requested to the Hazel Hasting Memorial Fund, c/o Rupp Funeral Home.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Hazel Marie Hasting  1953 - 2021

Harold D “Skip” Howser Jr. passed away January 8, 2021. 

Skip was born to the late Rosemary Love Howser &amp; Harold D Howser Sr on April 2 1942 in Kansas City, Wyandotte County, Kansas. He lived in Kansas City, Kansas until 1954, then moved to Whittier California, where he graduated high school and immediately joined the United States Navy. Skip was assigned to a Navy AirCraft Carrier, and he served 4 years. He was Honorable Discharged in December 1965. Skip returned home to his mother and step-father, and he worked until 1990 as a security guard when they moved to Las Vegas. Skip enjoyed his weekly trips to the casinos with his mother. After his mother’s death, he came to his closest lifelong friend Gina Fox in St Joseph, Mo, where Skip became a part of her family. Skip was a member of Charity Masonic Lodge of St Joseph, Mo. One of his favorite memories was when he and Lowell spent two weeks in Hutchison, Kansas experiencing the training in the space program. He was able to enjoy family vacations every year until his decline in 2016. He enjoyed making detailed graphite pencil drawings of classic cars and beach scenes. Skip loved Samantha Jones as his granddaughter, as he never had children of his own. Skip had very special caregivers that he loved very much: Jenny Santos, Frankie Stout, Karen Donaldson, Sis Titsworth, and Jodi Harrison. 

He was proceed in death by his Mother,  Rosemary, Step-Father, Frank, and his Father, Harold Sr., and long time friend, Lowell Fox. 

Survivors are Gina Fox and Rhonda &amp; Greg Allen. He will be remembered as a kind, gentle man. He has been cremated under the care and direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. Inurnment at a later date.&nbsp;

Harold D “Skip” Howser Jr. passed away January 8, 2021. Skip was born to the late Rosemary Love Howser &amp; Harold D Howser Sr on April 2 1942 in Kansas City, Wyandotte County, Kansas. He lived in Kansas City, Kansas until 1954, then moved to Whittier California, where he graduated high school and immediately joined the United States Navy. Skip was assigned to a Navy AirCraft Carrier, and he served 4 years. He was Honorable Discharged in December 1965. Skip returned home to his mother and step-father, and he worked until 1990 as a security guard when they moved to Las Vegas. Skip enjoyed his weekly trips to the casinos with his mother. After his mother’s death, he came to his closest lifelong friend Gina Fox in St Joseph, Mo, where Skip became a part of her family. Skip was a member of Charity Masonic Lodge of St Joseph, Mo. One of his favorite memories was when he and Lowell spent two weeks in Hutchison, Kansas experiencing the training in the space program. He was able to enjoy family vacations every year until his decline in 2016. He enjoyed making detailed graphite pencil drawings of classic cars and beach scenes. Skip loved Samantha Jones as his granddaughter, as he never had children of his own. Skip had very special caregivers that he loved very much: Jenny Santos, Frankie Stout, Karen Donaldson, Sis Titsworth, and Jodi Harrison. He was proceed in death by his Mother, Rosemary, Step-Father, Frank, and his Father, Harold Sr., and long time friend, Lowell Fox. Survivors are Gina Fox and Rhonda &amp; Greg Allen. He will be remembered as a kind, gentle man. He has been cremated under the care and direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. Inurnment at a later date.&nbsp;<figure>
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Harold "Skip" Douglas Howser  1942 - 2021

Laberta Gean McKinney 92, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, January 10, 2021 at the Mosaic Life Care Hospital. 

She was born January 9, 1929 in St. Joseph, Missouri, daughter of the late Ora &amp; Ernest Moser. She graduated from Benton High School, and worked at TG&amp;Y retail store. She loved her kids and grandkids, enjoyed traveling, and feeding the ducks at Krug Park. 

Laberta was preceded in death by her parents. 

She is survived by her cousins, Bob H. Deatherage, Ann Rene Deatherage, Roxanna Rich, Rita Roupe, and Rona Morrison, step daughter, Pam (Jim) Tapee, grandchildren, Jaymi Tapee and Jayna Monical, great grandchildren, Aubrey Neal (Spencer), Allie Monical, Gabe Barron, and Jhaze Tapee. 

She will be cremated under the care and direction of the Rupp Funeral Home.&nbsp;

Laberta Gean McKinney 92, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, January 10, 2021 at the Mosaic Life Care Hospital. She was born January 9, 1929 in St. Joseph, Missouri, daughter of the late Ora &amp; Ernest Moser. She graduated from Benton High School, and worked at TG&amp;Y retail store. She loved her kids and grandkids, enjoyed traveling, and feeding the ducks at Krug Park. Laberta was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her cousins, Bob H. Deatherage, Ann Rene Deatherage, Roxanna Rich, Rita Roupe, and Rona Morrison, step daughter, Pam (Jim) Tapee, grandchildren, Jaymi Tapee and Jayna Monical, great grandchildren, Aubrey Neal (Spencer), Allie Monical, Gabe Barron, and Jhaze Tapee. She will be cremated under the care and direction of the Rupp Funeral Home.&nbsp;<figure>
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Laberta Gean McKinney  1929 - 2021

Charlene Rose (Nelson) Slater, 87, died peacefully Tuesday, January 12 in her home of 64 years, with more than 25 family members present for her final hours.

Charlene was born to the late Charles Wesley and Eileen Kneib Nelson on December 10, 1933, and married Robert L. Slater on November 13, 1954.&nbsp; They were blessed with five children;&nbsp; Charlie (Diana) and John (Kira), St. Joseph; &nbsp;David, Pleasant Valley, MO; Jim (Susan), Highland Village, TX, and Patty (Rob) Hummel; Leawood, KS; 17 grandchildren: Brian (Heather), Chad, Mitch, Alyssa Loeffler (Tony), Adam, Courtney Roberts (Nathan), Zach, Ashley, Bryson, Hailey Curtis (Drew), Hannah, Ellen and Rachel Slater; Carley, Madison, Katie and Bobby Hummel, and five great-grandchildren, John, Payton, Talen, Tripp and Slater, with another expected this summer. A granddaughter, Ashley Brooke, preceded her.

A homemaker, Charlene was a graduate of St. James School, the Convent of the Sacred Heart and attended Mount St. Scholastica College, Atchison, KS.&nbsp; She was an office nurse for Dr. H.N. Tospon prior to her marriage.&nbsp; While her husband was in the army, she worked for the Social Security Administration in Baltimore and the Arkansas Gazette in Little Rock before her children were born.

Charlene was a member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, and served as president of the Altar Society.&nbsp; She and her husband co-chaired a $2.6. million fund drive for church renovation and an addition.&nbsp; She and Bob received the Cross of the Order of St. Benedict from Benedictine College in 1989.&nbsp; In 2006, she and her husband received the National Multiple Sclerosis Society's highest recognition, the Hope Award.&nbsp; She and Bob received the 2016 St. Scholastica award from Bishop LeBlond High School for their dedication to Catholic education.

Charlene served as president of the St. Joseph chapter of the Mount St. Scholastica Alumnae Association, was a board member at Bishop LeBlond High School, and a member of the Ladies of Charity.&nbsp; She volunteered in the Arts fund and several other campaigns, was a room mother at St. Francis, Cub Scout den mother and helped coach girls' basketball at St. Francis.&nbsp; She had been a volunteer at the House of Bread, the funeral luncheon committee at St. Francis, a volunteer cook for the priests and helped at the Food Kitchen.

Charlene's hobbies were photography, carpentry and gardening.&nbsp; She also bowled in the Cast-Off-League.&nbsp; Her extended family looked forward to the holiday dinners she hosted and to the specially decorated cakes she baked for birthdays and other special events.&nbsp; Charlene always looked forward to the vacations that included all 30-plus family members.&nbsp; She was a 20-year breast cancer survivor.&nbsp; Charlene and Bob lived in the same home for 64 years, where they raised their children and entertained their grandchildren.

Fond of traveling with her family, Charlene visited 49 states- all but North Dakota- and more than 25 foreign countries.

Survivors also include a sister, Anna Bell O'Rourke, and a brother, Richard L. Nelson.

Due to COVID, there will no formal family visitation.&nbsp; There will be public viewing, with no family present, from noon to 8:00 PM Thursday.

Private Family Rosary and Memorial Mass, with burial at Mt. Olivet.

Memorials may be made to Bishop LeBlond High School, St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, Noyes Home or a charity of the donor's choice.

Charlene Rose (Nelson) Slater, 87, died peacefully Tuesday, January 12 in her home of 64 years, with more than 25 family members present for her final hours.Charlene was born to the late Charles Wesley and Eileen Kneib Nelson on December 10, 1933, and married Robert L. Slater on November 13, 1954.&nbsp; They were blessed with five children;&nbsp; Charlie (Diana) and John (Kira), St. Joseph; &nbsp;David, Pleasant Valley, MO; Jim (Susan), Highland Village, TX, and Patty (Rob) Hummel; Leawood, KS; 17 grandchildren: Brian (Heather), Chad, Mitch, Alyssa Loeffler (Tony), Adam, Courtney Roberts (Nathan), Zach, Ashley, Bryson, Hailey Curtis (Drew), Hannah, Ellen and Rachel Slater; Carley, Madison, Katie and Bobby Hummel, and five great-grandchildren, John, Payton, Talen, Tripp and Slater, with another expected this summer. A granddaughter, Ashley Brooke, preceded her.A homemaker, Charlene was a graduate of St. James School, the Convent of the Sacred Heart and attended Mount St. Scholastica College, Atchison, KS.&nbsp; She was an office nurse for Dr. H.N. Tospon prior to her marriage.&nbsp; While her husband was in the army, she worked for the Social Security Administration in Baltimore and the Arkansas Gazette in Little Rock before her children were born.Charlene was a member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, and served as president of the Altar Society.&nbsp; She and her husband co-chaired a $2.6. million fund drive for church renovation and an addition.&nbsp; She and Bob received the Cross of the Order of St. Benedict from Benedictine College in 1989.&nbsp; In 2006, she and her husband received the National Multiple Sclerosis Society's highest recognition, the Hope Award.&nbsp; She and Bob received the 2016 St. Scholastica award from Bishop LeBlond High School for their dedication to Catholic education.Charlene served as president of the St. Joseph chapter of the Mount St. Scholastica Alumnae Association, was a board member at Bishop LeBlond High School, and a member of the Ladies of Charity.&nbsp; She volunteered in the Arts fund and several other campaigns, was a room mother at St. Francis, Cub Scout den mother and helped coach girls' basketball at St. Francis.&nbsp; She had been a volunteer at the House of Bread, the funeral luncheon committee at St. Francis, a volunteer cook for the priests and helped at the Food Kitchen.Charlene's hobbies were photography, carpentry and gardening.&nbsp; She also bowled in the Cast-Off-League.&nbsp; Her extended family looked forward to the holiday dinners she hosted and to the specially decorated cakes she baked for birthdays and other special events.&nbsp; Charlene always looked forward to the vacations that included all 30-plus family members.&nbsp; She was a 20-year breast cancer survivor.&nbsp; Charlene and Bob lived in the same home for 64 years, where they raised their children and entertained their grandchildren.Fond of traveling with her family, Charlene visited 49 states- all but North Dakota- and more than 25 foreign countries.Survivors also include a sister, Anna Bell O'Rourke, and a brother, Richard L. Nelson.Due to COVID, there will no formal family visitation.&nbsp; There will be public viewing, with no family present, from noon to 8:00 PM Thursday.Private Family Rosary and Memorial Mass, with burial at Mt. Olivet.Memorials may be made to Bishop LeBlond High School, St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, Noyes Home or a charity of the donor's choice.<figure>
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Ronald Wayne Magers, 82, of St. Joseph, passed into the heavenly realm on January 10, 2021 at Carriage Square Health Care Center.

Ronald was born November 11, 1938 to Bernie and Mary Magers in Macon, Missouri.&nbsp; He married his high school sweetheart, Patty M. Farmer on December 21, 1957.&nbsp; They were blessed with a son Jeff and a daughter Cheri.

Ron served in the U.S. Navy from 1957 -1961.&nbsp; On return from the service, he worked at St. Joe Tobacco Co., Adams Dairy, Meadow Gold Dairy, Varco Pruden, Guys Foods and then Affiliated Foods until his retirement in 2004.

He enjoyed woodworking, antique cars, camping with his family and mowing the lawn on his rider.&nbsp; He was involved in Little League boys baseball, coaching and helping build the first Deer Park ball field.&nbsp; He enjoyed girls softball, especially watching granddaughter Hannah play.

His was one of the founding families that established the St. John CEC Church in 1993, becoming an ordained deacon in 1997, where he served as acolyte master, worked through the church with Our Brothers House and through Moving Spirit Ministries and addiction counseling until health reasons forced his retirement in 2018.

He was predeceased by grandparents Luther and Minnie Magers; parents Bernie and Mary Magers; sister Mary Jean Kochenderfer and nephew Jimmy Kochenderfer.&nbsp;

Ron is survived by his wife Patty; son Jeff (Melinda) Magers; daughter Cheri L. Rush; &nbsp;grandaughters Colbey M. (Jeff)&nbsp; Klick and Hannah N. Rush; great grandchildren Bristol Knisley and Dover Knisley; nephew Jason Kochenderfer, and cousins Toni Anderson (Kim), and Peggy Whitley and family.

Per his wishes, Ron has been cremated under the direction of Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel. &nbsp;&nbsp;

There will be a Celebration of Life and visitation at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. John CEC, Carriage Square or a charity of the donor's choice.&nbsp; Cards may be sent in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be made at www.heatonbowmansmith.com.

Ronald Wayne Magers, 82, of St. Joseph, passed into the heavenly realm on January 10, 2021 at Carriage Square Health Care Center.Ronald was born November 11, 1938 to Bernie and Mary Magers in Macon, Missouri.&nbsp; He married his high school sweetheart, Patty M. Farmer on December 21, 1957.&nbsp; They were blessed with a son Jeff and a daughter Cheri.Ron served in the U.S. Navy from 1957 -1961.&nbsp; On return from the service, he worked at St. Joe Tobacco Co., Adams Dairy, Meadow Gold Dairy, Varco Pruden, Guys Foods and then Affiliated Foods until his retirement in 2004.He enjoyed woodworking, antique cars, camping with his family and mowing the lawn on his rider.&nbsp; He was involved in Little League boys baseball, coaching and helping build the first Deer Park ball field.&nbsp; He enjoyed girls softball, especially watching granddaughter Hannah play.His was one of the founding families that established the St. John CEC Church in 1993, becoming an ordained deacon in 1997, where he served as acolyte master, worked through the church with Our Brothers House and through Moving Spirit Ministries and addiction counseling until health reasons forced his retirement in 2018.He was predeceased by grandparents Luther and Minnie Magers; parents Bernie and Mary Magers; sister Mary Jean Kochenderfer and nephew Jimmy Kochenderfer.&nbsp;Ron is survived by his wife Patty; son Jeff (Melinda) Magers; daughter Cheri L. Rush; &nbsp;grandaughters Colbey M. (Jeff)&nbsp; Klick and Hannah N. Rush; great grandchildren Bristol Knisley and Dover Knisley; nephew Jason Kochenderfer, and cousins Toni Anderson (Kim), and Peggy Whitley and family.Per his wishes, Ron has been cremated under the direction of Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel. &nbsp;&nbsp;There will be a Celebration of Life and visitation at a later date.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. John CEC, Carriage Square or a charity of the donor's choice.&nbsp; Cards may be sent in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be made at www.heatonbowmansmith.com.

Ronald W. Magers  1938 - 2021

Laveta Pearl Prawl, 98, of Hiawatha, died January 8, 2021, at Highland Healthcare, Highland, KS.

Laveta was born May 9, 1923, in Leona, KS, the daughter of Floyd and Flora (Richter) Shaffer.&nbsp; She attended country schools prior to graduating from Highland High School and one year at Highland Community College.&nbsp; She worked in St. Joseph, Missouri.

She married George Emil Prawl, June 1, 1946, at Severance, KS.&nbsp; In later years she was bookkeeper for Prawl’s Conoco service station in Hiawatha, KS.&nbsp; He died in 2013.

Mrs. Prawl was a member of the Rebekah Lodge in Hiawatha.&nbsp; She enjoyed sewing, reading and fishing with George.

Survivors include two sons: Stephen (Marlis) Prawl of Lincoln, NE, Jerry Prawl of Ventura, CA, a daughter Eileen Koppa of Robinson, KS, three grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren, and brother in law Eldon Prawl in Independence, MO.

Laveta was also preceded in death by her parents, son in law Gene Koppa in 2011, a sister Della Lou Prawl, and two grandchildren.

Friends may call at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Highland after 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Tuesday, and until 1:30 Wednesday when the family goes in procession to Oak Hill Cemetery, Severance for graveside services.&nbsp; Tim Champ will officiate.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Laveta Prawl Memorial Fund, sent in care of the funeral home, PO Box 33, 66035.

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Laveta Pearl Prawl, 98, of Hiawatha, died January 8, 2021, at Highland Healthcare, Highland, KS.Laveta was born May 9, 1923, in Leona, KS, the daughter of Floyd and Flora (Richter) Shaffer.&nbsp; She attended country schools prior to graduating from Highland High School and one year at Highland Community College.&nbsp; She worked in St. Joseph, Missouri.She married George Emil Prawl, June 1, 1946, at Severance, KS.&nbsp; In later years she was bookkeeper for Prawl’s Conoco service station in Hiawatha, KS.&nbsp; He died in 2013.Mrs. Prawl was a member of the Rebekah Lodge in Hiawatha.&nbsp; She enjoyed sewing, reading and fishing with George.Survivors include two sons: Stephen (Marlis) Prawl of Lincoln, NE, Jerry Prawl of Ventura, CA, a daughter Eileen Koppa of Robinson, KS, three grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren, and brother in law Eldon Prawl in Independence, MO.Laveta was also preceded in death by her parents, son in law Gene Koppa in 2011, a sister Della Lou Prawl, and two grandchildren.Friends may call at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Highland after 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Tuesday, and until 1:30 Wednesday when the family goes in procession to Oak Hill Cemetery, Severance for graveside services.&nbsp; Tim Champ will officiate.Memorial contributions are suggested to the Laveta Prawl Memorial Fund, sent in care of the funeral home, PO Box 33, 66035.Please remember the family during this critical time by sending a card or note of remembrance to<a href="http://www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com/">www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com</a>PLEASE OBSERVE SOCIAL DISTANCING AND MASKS REQUIREMENTS

Laveta Pearl Prawl  1923 - 2021

Mark D. Robertson, 69, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, January 10, 2021 at his home with his loving wife, Cheryl, by his side. He was born March 23, 1951 in St. Joseph to Orville L. and Frances E. (Weber) Robertson.

Mark married Cheryl Justus on June 12, 1971. She survives of the home. Starting in 1969, he worked at Quaker Oats for 36 years. He then worked as a warehouse supervisor at Ventura Foods for seven years.

Mark enjoyed fishing with his son and grandson. He loved the beach in Florida, and being with his kids and grandkids. He was a jokester, always playing jokes on the family.

He was a kind-hearted and loving man who never met a stranger. He was preceded in death by his mother, Frances; father, Orville; brother, Clint Robertson; brother-in-law, Frank “Buck” Justus Jr.; and parents-in-law, Frank “Brownie” Justus and Crystal Justus.

Survivors include his wife, Cheryl Robertson; son, Mark C. Robertson (Rayanne); daughter, Carrie Words (Larry); two grandsons, Connor Words and Riley Robertson; and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.

Farewell Services 3:00 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. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Mark D. Robertson, 69, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, January 10, 2021 at his home with his loving wife, Cheryl, by his side. He was born March 23, 1951 in St. Joseph to Orville L. and Frances E. (Weber) Robertson. Mark married Cheryl Justus on June 12, 1971. She survives of the home. Starting in 1969, he worked at Quaker Oats for 36 years. He then worked as a warehouse supervisor at Ventura Foods for seven years. Mark enjoyed fishing with his son and grandson. He loved the beach in Florida, and being with his kids and grandkids. He was a jokester, always playing jokes on the family. He was a kind-hearted and loving man who never met a stranger. He was preceded in death by his mother, Frances; father, Orville; brother, Clint Robertson; brother-in-law, Frank “Buck” Justus Jr.; and parents-in-law, Frank “Brownie” Justus and Crystal Justus. Survivors include his wife, Cheryl Robertson; son, Mark C. Robertson (Rayanne); daughter, Carrie Words (Larry); two grandsons, Connor Words and Riley Robertson; and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family. Farewell Services 3:00 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. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Mark D. Robertson  1951 - 2021

Loretta Mae Davis, 93, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away peacefully surrounded by family at her home on January 9, 2021.

She was born September 10, 1927. She and her sister Betty, and their parents, Milton and Mildred Edwards, lived near Hyde Park. Loretta graduated from Benton High School, class of 1945.

On August 4, 1946 she married John W. Davis. They soon started building their home, where they raised five sons.

Loretta worked for Mid-Buchanan School District, State Farm and American Family Insurance.

Loretta and John enjoyed dancing at the Frog Hop and the American Legion. John and sons were all very active bowlers.

Loretta enjoyed monthly Club gatherings with her friends, which began in high school and endured for decades. She also enjoyed traveling, with memorable trips to Branson, Hawaii, Arizona, Yellowstone, Alaska, Scotland/Ireland as well as trips to Florida to visit family.

Loretta was a lifelong member of Hyde Park United Methodist Church which is now Evolution United Methodist Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband John; son, John; and grandson, Matthew.

Survivors include her sister Betty McDonnell, sons, Dennis (June), Mark (Julie), Dale (Maureen), Greg (Sheila), and daughter-in-law, Linda. Loretta dearly loved her sixteen grandchildren and many great-grandchildren.

Private Family Farewell Services and Public Livestream 1:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to Evolution United Methodist Church or American Cancer Society.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Loretta Mae Davis, 93, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away peacefully surrounded by family at her home on January 9, 2021. She was born September 10, 1927. She and her sister Betty, and their parents, Milton and Mildred Edwards, lived near Hyde Park. Loretta graduated from Benton High School, class of 1945. On August 4, 1946 she married John W. Davis. They soon started building their home, where they raised five sons. Loretta worked for Mid-Buchanan School District, State Farm and American Family Insurance. Loretta and John enjoyed dancing at the Frog Hop and the American Legion. John and sons were all very active bowlers. Loretta enjoyed monthly Club gatherings with her friends, which began in high school and endured for decades. She also enjoyed traveling, with memorable trips to Branson, Hawaii, Arizona, Yellowstone, Alaska, Scotland/Ireland as well as trips to Florida to visit family. Loretta was a lifelong member of Hyde Park United Methodist Church which is now Evolution United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband John; son, John; and grandson, Matthew. Survivors include her sister Betty McDonnell, sons, Dennis (June), Mark (Julie), Dale (Maureen), Greg (Sheila), and daughter-in-law, Linda. Loretta dearly loved her sixteen grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. Private Family Farewell Services and Public Livestream 1:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to Evolution United Methodist Church or American Cancer Society.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Loretta Mae Davis  1927 - 2021

Luzetta Jane Keller, 92, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, January 9, 2021.

She was born May 18, 1928 in St. Joseph to Ernest N. and Myrtle A. (Warner) Keller.

After graduating from college, Luzetta was a mapper for the U.S. military during World War II. Then she was a commercial artist for Stix, Baer &amp; Fuller for many years. After retirement, she owned and managed many rental properties in St. Louis. She fully retired in Kansas City, then moved back to St. Joseph.

Luzetta was a member of South Park Methodist Church. She also loved cats.

She was preceded in death by her parents; siblings, Shirley Keller, Robert Keller and Rosemary Worthen; nephews, Terry Keller and George Worthen III; and a niece, Becky Feiden.

Survivors include nieces, Bettijane Martinez (Rick) and Cindy Smith (Fred); nephew, Steve Keller (Mary); and numerous great-nieces and great-nephews.

Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the St. Joseph Animal Shelter.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Luzetta Jane Keller, 92, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, January 9, 2021. She was born May 18, 1928 in St. Joseph to Ernest N. and Myrtle A. (Warner) Keller. After graduating from college, Luzetta was a mapper for the U.S. military during World War II. Then she was a commercial artist for Stix, Baer &amp; Fuller for many years. After retirement, she owned and managed many rental properties in St. Louis. She fully retired in Kansas City, then moved back to St. Joseph. Luzetta was a member of South Park Methodist Church. She also loved cats. She was preceded in death by her parents; siblings, Shirley Keller, Robert Keller and Rosemary Worthen; nephews, Terry Keller and George Worthen III; and a niece, Becky Feiden. Survivors include nieces, Bettijane Martinez (Rick) and Cindy Smith (Fred); nephew, Steve Keller (Mary); and numerous great-nieces and great-nephews. Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the St. Joseph Animal Shelter.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Luzetta Jane Keller  1928 - 2021

Marlene Rosalia Gellings, 84, of Atchison Kansas died unexpectedly on Sat. Jan. 9th, 2021 at the Amberwell Hospital, Atchison, KS. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 am on Friday, Jan. 15th, 2021 at St. Benedict’s Church with Fr. Jeremy Heppler, OSB and Fr. Luke Turner, OSB as Co-Celebrants. Burial will follow in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Atchison, KS. Parish Rosary will be recited at 6:00 PM on Thursday, Jan. 14th, 2021, with a Nightingale Service to follow at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home. Visitation will follow these services until 8:00 pm. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Benedict’s Church and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences and remembrances may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com. Marlene was born on Nov. 12, 1936 in Atchison, KS the daughter of George M. and Mary Rose (Zeit) Durst. She graduated from the Mt. St. Scholastica Academy in 1954 and earned her Registered Nurse Degree from St. Mary’s School of Nursing in Kansas City, MO. Marlene worked as a nurse for many years at Valley Hope, Atchison, KS. She was an active member of the St. Benedict’s Church, member of the Atchison Hospital Auxiliary, Zonta Club, AWOGS (Atchison Women of Good Stock), the Bridge Club, and served on the Achievement Services Board of Directors. Marlene enjoyed playing golf, cooking, baking, gardening and traveling. She especially enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren. She was married to Edward Gellings on Sept. 28th, 1957 at Sacred Heart Church, Atchison. Mr. Gellings preceded her in death on Dec. 20, 2019.

Survivors include three sons; Mike Gellings, Lenexa, KS, Rick Gellings, Phoenix, AZ, and Mark (Violet) Gellings, Shawnee, KS, three daughters ; Kathy Gellings, Overland Park, KS, Diann (Jerry) Sandridge, Kansas City, MO, and Lisa Gellings, Atchison, KS, a brother Darrell Durst, Independence, MO, thirteen grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren. 

Her parents, and husband preceded her in death.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Marlene Rosalia Gellings, 84, of Atchison Kansas died unexpectedly on Sat. Jan. 9th, 2021 at the Amberwell Hospital, Atchison, KS. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 am on Friday, Jan. 15th, 2021 at St. Benedict’s Church with Fr. Jeremy Heppler, OSB and Fr. Luke Turner, OSB as Co-Celebrants. Burial will follow in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Atchison, KS. Parish Rosary will be recited at 6:00 PM on Thursday, Jan. 14th, 2021, with a Nightingale Service to follow at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home. Visitation will follow these services until 8:00 pm. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Benedict’s Church and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences and remembrances may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com. Marlene was born on Nov. 12, 1936 in Atchison, KS the daughter of George M. and Mary Rose (Zeit) Durst. She graduated from the Mt. St. Scholastica Academy in 1954 and earned her Registered Nurse Degree from St. Mary’s School of Nursing in Kansas City, MO. Marlene worked as a nurse for many years at Valley Hope, Atchison, KS. She was an active member of the St. Benedict’s Church, member of the Atchison Hospital Auxiliary, Zonta Club, AWOGS (Atchison Women of Good Stock), the Bridge Club, and served on the Achievement Services Board of Directors. Marlene enjoyed playing golf, cooking, baking, gardening and traveling. She especially enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren. She was married to Edward Gellings on Sept. 28th, 1957 at Sacred Heart Church, Atchison. Mr. Gellings preceded her in death on Dec. 20, 2019. Survivors include three sons; Mike Gellings, Lenexa, KS, Rick Gellings, Phoenix, AZ, and Mark (Violet) Gellings, Shawnee, KS, three daughters ; Kathy Gellings, Overland Park, KS, Diann (Jerry) Sandridge, Kansas City, MO, and Lisa Gellings, Atchison, KS, a brother Darrell Durst, Independence, MO, thirteen grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren. Her parents, and husband preceded her in death.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Marlene Rosalia Gellings (Durst)  1936 - 2021

Clarence "Sonny" Vernon Garton, 81, of St. Joseph, passed away Sunday, January 10, 2021 at a St. Joseph health care facility. 

He was born January 10, 1940 in Halls, MO, son of Forrest and Charlie Garton. He graduated from Dekalb High School, class of 1958. Sonny worked at Atchison Leather. His hobbies included woodworking and crafting. 

Clarence was preceded in death by father, Charlie Garton, mother, Forrest Garton, brothers, Ronald and Larry Garton. 

Survivors include, niece, Dawn (Kenny) Yurkovich of Kansas City, MO, nephews, Travis Len (Kelli) Garton of St. Joseph and Jeff Bunsey of Kansas City, MO, sister-in-law, Cheryl Garton, several nieces and nephews and 1 great niece.

Mr. Garton has been cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home. The Inurnment will take place at Sugar Creek Cemetery at a later date. 

Memorials are requested to the Habitat for Humanity. Online condolences and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Clarence "Sonny" Vernon Garton, 81, of St. Joseph, passed away Sunday, January 10, 2021 at a St. Joseph health care facility. He was born January 10, 1940 in Halls, MO, son of Forrest and Charlie Garton. He graduated from Dekalb High School, class of 1958. Sonny worked at Atchison Leather. His hobbies included woodworking and crafting. Clarence was preceded in death by father, Charlie Garton, mother, Forrest Garton, brothers, Ronald and Larry Garton. Survivors include, niece, Dawn (Kenny) Yurkovich of Kansas City, MO, nephews, Travis Len (Kelli) Garton of St. Joseph and Jeff Bunsey of Kansas City, MO, sister-in-law, Cheryl Garton, several nieces and nephews and 1 great niece. Mr. Garton has been cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home. The Inurnment will take place at Sugar Creek Cemetery at a later date. Memorials are requested to the Habitat for Humanity. Online condolences and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Clarence "Sonny" Vernon Garton  1940 - 2021

Ricky Osborn, of St. Joseph, passed away on January 9, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his parents Marvin and Helen (Sowards) Osborn, son Bret Osborn and brother-in-law Steve Norman.

Ricky is survived by his wife Sarah Osborn, daughter Amanda (Jon) Ozenberger, grandchildren Jerod, Christian and Vianne Osborn and Jax Ozenberger. &nbsp;He is also survived by his sister Kathy Guess, handsome brother Randy (Diane) Osborn and sister Gail Norman. Sisters-in-law Tina (Roger) Blake, Barbara (Bill) Doolin and brothers-in-law Steve (Margie) Thrall and Mickey Thrall. Numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Ricky was born outside of Stanberry, Missouri.&nbsp; He graduated in 1968 from Worth County High School.&nbsp; Rick entered the U.S. Army in June of 1969.&nbsp; He met and married Sarah (Thrall) on January 12, 1974.

Rick was a devoted family man whom enjoyed spending Sundays with his family.&nbsp; Every Sunday was spent at his mom and dad's house; playing games, working around the farm, visiting and laughing.&nbsp; He had a fantastic sense of humor and the biggest laugh. He was a teaser and loved a good joke/prank.&nbsp; He raised three of his grandchildren and loved all of his grandchildren deeply.

Visitation will be Wednesday, January 13th from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM.&nbsp; Family will receive friends from 6:00 - 8:00 PM.

Memorial service with Live Streaming will be Thursday, January 14th at 2:00 PM at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel

Ricky Osborn, of St. Joseph, passed away on January 9, 2021.He was preceded in death by his parents Marvin and Helen (Sowards) Osborn, son Bret Osborn and brother-in-law Steve Norman.Ricky is survived by his wife Sarah Osborn, daughter Amanda (Jon) Ozenberger, grandchildren Jerod, Christian and Vianne Osborn and Jax Ozenberger. &nbsp;He is also survived by his sister Kathy Guess, handsome brother Randy (Diane) Osborn and sister Gail Norman. Sisters-in-law Tina (Roger) Blake, Barbara (Bill) Doolin and brothers-in-law Steve (Margie) Thrall and Mickey Thrall. Numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.Ricky was born outside of Stanberry, Missouri.&nbsp; He graduated in 1968 from Worth County High School.&nbsp; Rick entered the U.S. Army in June of 1969.&nbsp; He met and married Sarah (Thrall) on January 12, 1974.Rick was a devoted family man whom enjoyed spending Sundays with his family.&nbsp; Every Sunday was spent at his mom and dad's house; playing games, working around the farm, visiting and laughing.&nbsp; He had a fantastic sense of humor and the biggest laugh. He was a teaser and loved a good joke/prank.&nbsp; He raised three of his grandchildren and loved all of his grandchildren deeply.Visitation will be Wednesday, January 13th from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM.&nbsp; Family will receive friends from 6:00 - 8:00 PM.Memorial service with Live Streaming will be Thursday, January 14th at 2:00 PM at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel<figure>
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Ricky Osborn  1950 - 2021

Carol Lee (Springer) Vonderschmidt, 80 of rural Hiawatha, passed Friday morning, January 8th at her home with her family around her.&nbsp; She was the second child of five children born to Lloyd C. and Margaret M. Springer.

She was born June 8, 1940 at home in Ogden, KS.&nbsp; The family soon moved to their farm home the Pleasant Run Community, northeast of Manhattan where she attended the 1st-4th&nbsp;grades.&nbsp; She attended fifth grade through twelve in Westmoreland, KS, graduating from Westmoreland high school in 1958.&nbsp; Carol assisted her father with all aspects of farming until graduating from high school. &nbsp;She is survived by her best friend and husband, COL (R) William (Bill) Vonderschmidt. They were married in Hiawatha and have been together over 40 years. Also surviving are their five children: &nbsp;Kevin Knudson of Topeka, Michael (Linda) Knudson of Topeka, Kim (Michael) Lewis of rural Paola, Lea (James) Winter of LeCompton, KS and Wm Allen Vonderschmidt of Gardner, KS.&nbsp; 11 Grandchildren and 9 Great Grandchildren.&nbsp;&nbsp; Sisters, Judy (Ralph Runnebaum of Manhattan, Sharon Baker of Moscow, Idaho and Bonnie Springer of Westmoreland, KS.&nbsp; She was proceeded in death by her parents, Lloyd C. and Margaret Springer and older brother Lloyd D. (Tammy) Springer.

Carol Lee (Springer) Vonderschmidt, 80 of rural Hiawatha, passed Friday morning, January 8th at her home with her family around her.&nbsp; She was the second child of five children born to Lloyd C. and Margaret M. Springer.She was born June 8, 1940 at home in Ogden, KS.&nbsp; The family soon moved to their farm home the Pleasant Run Community, northeast of Manhattan where she attended the 1st-4th&nbsp;grades.&nbsp; She attended fifth grade through twelve in Westmoreland, KS, graduating from Westmoreland high school in 1958.&nbsp; Carol assisted her father with all aspects of farming until graduating from high school. &nbsp;She is survived by her best friend and husband, COL (R) William (Bill) Vonderschmidt. They were married in Hiawatha and have been together over 40 years. Also surviving are their five children: &nbsp;Kevin Knudson of Topeka, Michael (Linda) Knudson of Topeka, Kim (Michael) Lewis of rural Paola, Lea (James) Winter of LeCompton, KS and Wm Allen Vonderschmidt of Gardner, KS.&nbsp; 11 Grandchildren and 9 Great Grandchildren.&nbsp;&nbsp; Sisters, Judy (Ralph Runnebaum of Manhattan, Sharon Baker of Moscow, Idaho and Bonnie Springer of Westmoreland, KS.&nbsp; She was proceeded in death by her parents, Lloyd C. and Margaret Springer and older brother Lloyd D. (Tammy) Springer.She enjoyed caring for and helping people, especially those with medical issues.&nbsp; She received her Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certificate from Highland Community College and was the early EMT Training Officer for Brown County Volunteer Ambulance Squad.&nbsp;&nbsp; Worked as a Nurse Assistant in the Hiawatha Hospital, later working in Physical Therapy.&nbsp; In 1984 she started working at Stormont Vail Hospital of Topeka, KS in the Physical Therapy Department and received her qualification as a Certified Physical Therapy Assistant (CPTA) in 1987 through Washburn University, working at Stormont Vail until she retired in 2000.&nbsp;Carol was very active in all the organizations that she belonged.&nbsp;&nbsp; Active member of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority in Hiawatha for 43 years, served in all the officer positions and was President for the last two years.&nbsp;&nbsp; She was a member of the NEK Home Health and Hospice Volunteers for seven years and served as President of the volunteers for six of those years.&nbsp; Resigning this past October due to declining health.Her deep faith helped her through all aspects of her life.&nbsp; &nbsp;Early in life she asked the Lord to help her be an instrument of his love and cause his light to shine on others through her.&nbsp; She was always refreshed by the word of the Lord shared by Pastor Charlie Robinson at Northridge Church.She loved the outdoors, working in the garden, her flower beds and helping with the lawn, just about anything outdoors, sometimes just sitting and taking in all of Gods miracles.&nbsp;&nbsp; She enjoyed traveling with her husband, visiting many places across the country and other countries, seeing places she never dreamed she would get to visit.&nbsp; Most of all she loved her husband dearly and every moment with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.&nbsp; After her husband retired, they built a new home on their farm East of Hiawatha and relocated in 2007.&nbsp;Friends may call at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Monday.In lieu of flowers the family suggest memorial contributions made to the Carol Vonderschmidt Memorial Fund, sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th St., Hiawatha 66434.Celebration of Life service will be held at Northridge Church, 316 Lincoln, Sabetha, KS on January 12th&nbsp;with family visitation from 12:30 pm until service time at 2:00 pm.&nbsp;"Mask may be worn, (your option) in the church but social distinguishing is required."<figure>
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