Charlie Meers 84, passed away November 5, 2020 at his home. He was born December 7, 1935 in Highland, Ks to Charlie and Jesse (Curry) Meers.&nbsp;

Charlie drove a semi-truck all his working life as it is all he ever wanted to do for a living. In 1955 he began driving for Crouch Brothers Trucking with his careers leading him to McLean and Trans-Am Trucking Companies as well as part-time employers Richard Shuster and Harold Bottoroff. Charlie and his wife were able to make trips all around the USA and visited all 50 states.&nbsp;

Charlie was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, The Knights of Columbus #9532 since 1988, Teamster #460 and #41 KC Mo Member. He was also a member of the St. Joe Boat Club serving as Commodore and a member of the YMCA since 1986.&nbsp;

Charlie married Pat Schoenfelder on November 22, 1958 at St. Charles Catholic Church in Troy, Ks. by Father Egbert Hall. She survives of the home. Other survivors include; 3 sons: Ron (Terri), Don (Cindi), Randy (Nancy), one daughter, Cindy Richardson (Curtis). Charlie has one surviving sister, Helen Mosher, of St. Joseph. Grandchildren: Rhiannon, Abbie, Sydney, Whitney, Jake Meers, Anna and Claire Richardson. Great grandchildren: Kaenan and Caybree. He leaves behind many wonderful nieces and nephews. Charlie was very proud of his family, wife, children and grandchildren. He had lots of special fun with his grandkids and loved them with all his might.&nbsp;

Charlie was preceded in death by his parents, brothers; Bill, Dick, Louie, and sisters; Lena, Betty, Irene, Mary and Junie.&nbsp;

Charlie always felt like he had the best life, wonderful job, many great friends.&nbsp;

Funeral Mass: 10:30 A.M. Monday, November 9, 2020, at the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Wathena, Kansas.

Rosary: 5:30 P.M. Sunday evening at the church, with visitation to follow from 6-8.

Friends may call after 9 A.M. Saturday at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Wathena, Kansas. &nbsp;

Burial: Mount Calvary Cemetery, Wathena, Kansas. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Memorials: St. Joseph’s Catholic Church or St. Croix Hospice.

Charlie Meers 84, passed away November 5, 2020 at his home. He was born December 7, 1935 in Highland, Ks to Charlie and Jesse (Curry) Meers.&nbsp;Charlie drove a semi-truck all his working life as it is all he ever wanted to do for a living. In 1955 he began driving for Crouch Brothers Trucking with his careers leading him to McLean and Trans-Am Trucking Companies as well as part-time employers Richard Shuster and Harold Bottoroff. Charlie and his wife were able to make trips all around the USA and visited all 50 states.&nbsp;Charlie was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, The Knights of Columbus #9532 since 1988, Teamster #460 and #41 KC Mo Member. He was also a member of the St. Joe Boat Club serving as Commodore and a member of the YMCA since 1986.&nbsp;Charlie married Pat Schoenfelder on November 22, 1958 at St. Charles Catholic Church in Troy, Ks. by Father Egbert Hall. She survives of the home. Other survivors include; 3 sons: Ron (Terri), Don (Cindi), Randy (Nancy), one daughter, Cindy Richardson (Curtis). Charlie has one surviving sister, Helen Mosher, of St. Joseph. Grandchildren: Rhiannon, Abbie, Sydney, Whitney, Jake Meers, Anna and Claire Richardson. Great grandchildren: Kaenan and Caybree. He leaves behind many wonderful nieces and nephews. Charlie was very proud of his family, wife, children and grandchildren. He had lots of special fun with his grandkids and loved them with all his might.&nbsp;Charlie was preceded in death by his parents, brothers; Bill, Dick, Louie, and sisters; Lena, Betty, Irene, Mary and Junie.&nbsp;Charlie always felt like he had the best life, wonderful job, many great friends.&nbsp;Funeral Mass: 10:30 A.M. Monday, November 9, 2020, at the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Wathena, Kansas.Rosary: 5:30 P.M. Sunday evening at the church, with visitation to follow from 6-8.Friends may call after 9 A.M. Saturday at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Wathena, Kansas. &nbsp;Burial: Mount Calvary Cemetery, Wathena, Kansas. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials: St. Joseph’s Catholic Church or St. Croix Hospice.<figure>
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Charles "Charlie" Raymond Meers  1935 - 2020

Kathryn “Kathy” England, 71, of Wathena, Kansas died Sunday, November 1, 2020 at&nbsp; a hospital in St. Joseph, Missouri.&nbsp;

Kathy was born on July 12, 1949 in St. Joseph, Missouri to Robert and Helen (Lewis) Monical.&nbsp; She lived most of her life in Elwood, Kansas.&nbsp; Kathy was a graduate of Lafayette High School.&nbsp; She worked as an LPN for Family Medicine and Assoc. of St. Joseph and had also worked at the Methodist Hospital in St. Joseph.&nbsp;

She married Roger England in St. Joseph, Missouri.&nbsp; He survives of the home.&nbsp; Kathy was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Jim Morical&nbsp;

Additional survivors include her daughters; Tina Dilley of Lawrence, Kansas&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Kristi Franco of Wathena, Kansas&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 5 grandchildren; Autumn Waddle, Jadyn Cline, Tony Franco, Jr., Alex Franco and Jace Landis&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Brother, Robert Monical of Oak Harbor, Washington&nbsp;

Kathy’s wishes were to cremated under the direction of the Harman Rohde Funeral Home in Wathena, Kansas.&nbsp; There will be a memorial service at a later date.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials to the Kathy England Memorial Fund c/o funeral home&nbsp;P.O.Box 426 Wathena, KS 66090&nbsp;

Kathryn “Kathy” England, 71, of Wathena, Kansas died Sunday, November 1, 2020 at&nbsp; a hospital in St. Joseph, Missouri.&nbsp;Kathy was born on July 12, 1949 in St. Joseph, Missouri to Robert and Helen (Lewis) Monical.&nbsp; She lived most of her life in Elwood, Kansas.&nbsp; Kathy was a graduate of Lafayette High School.&nbsp; She worked as an LPN for Family Medicine and Assoc. of St. Joseph and had also worked at the Methodist Hospital in St. Joseph.&nbsp;She married Roger England in St. Joseph, Missouri.&nbsp; He survives of the home.&nbsp; Kathy was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Jim Morical&nbsp;Additional survivors include her daughters; Tina Dilley of Lawrence, Kansas&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Kristi Franco of Wathena, Kansas&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 5 grandchildren; Autumn Waddle, Jadyn Cline, Tony Franco, Jr., Alex Franco and Jace Landis&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Brother, Robert Monical of Oak Harbor, Washington&nbsp;Kathy’s wishes were to cremated under the direction of the Harman Rohde Funeral Home in Wathena, Kansas.&nbsp; There will be a memorial service at a later date.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials to the Kathy England Memorial Fund c/o funeral home&nbsp;P.O.Box 426 Wathena, KS 66090&nbsp;www.harmanrohde.com&nbsp;<figure>
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Kathryn L. England  1949 - 2020

Judy (Hoecker) Frazer, 79, Leavenworth, Kansas, passed away peacefully, Wednesday, November 4, 2020.

She was born December 1, 1940 in St. Joseph, Missouri to Marvin and Maude (Cottrell) Hoecker. Judy enjoyed dancing and listening to music, especially Elvis. She loved spending time with her family. She was a very loving, caring and giving person; Judy would do anything for anyone.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and son, Raymond L. Frazer.

Judy is survived by her two children; her son, Harold J. Frazer (Kim) and her daughter, Julie A. Lawrence (Jim); her 11 Grandchildren, Jared, Ashlynn, Adalyssa, Rebecca, Joshua, Michael, Allen, Audrey, Treston, Louie, Trudesa; and 6 great-grandchildren, Jadah, Junior, Kaliannah, Nia, Gianna, &amp; Gabriella.

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

Judy (Hoecker) Frazer, 79, Leavenworth, Kansas, passed away peacefully, Wednesday, November 4, 2020. She was born December 1, 1940 in St. Joseph, Missouri to Marvin and Maude (Cottrell) Hoecker. Judy enjoyed dancing and listening to music, especially Elvis. She loved spending time with her family. She was a very loving, caring and giving person; Judy would do anything for anyone. She was preceded in death by her parents, and son, Raymond L. Frazer. Judy is survived by her two children; her son, Harold J. Frazer (Kim) and her daughter, Julie A. Lawrence (Jim); her 11 Grandchildren, Jared, Ashlynn, Adalyssa, Rebecca, Joshua, Michael, Allen, Audrey, Treston, Louie, Trudesa; and 6 great-grandchildren, Jadah, Junior, Kaliannah, Nia, Gianna, &amp; Gabriella. Farewell Services 3:00 P.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 1:30 to 2:30 P.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Judy (Hoecker) Frazer  1940 - 2020

Betty Anderson, 86, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, November 3, 2020.

She was born March 2, 1934 in Hickory County, Missouri to William and Hallie (Crank) Graves. Betty married John Anderson June 11, 1960. He survives of the home. She enjoyed family gatherings, gardening, cooking, and traveling. But most of all she loved her family dearly.

She was preceded in death by granddaughter, Peyton Farley; parents; siblings, Gwen Emo, Bill Graves, Jack Graves, Ruth Warren.

Additional survivors include children, Gary Anderson, Patti Sullivan, Chuck Anderson, Mark Anderson (Kathy), Hallie Anderson; grandchildren, Jake Anderson (Tiffany), Blane Anderson, Dylan Whitlow, Jason Anderson; great-grandson, Chase Anderson; brother, Paul Graves (Sharon); numerous nieces and nephews.

Farewell Services &amp; Public Livestream 12:30 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. To view public livestream, please visit Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory’s Facebook page. The family requests anyone that will be attending the service to please wear a face mask and practice social distancing. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Betty Anderson, 86, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, November 3, 2020. She was born March 2, 1934 in Hickory County, Missouri to William and Hallie (Crank) Graves. Betty married John Anderson June 11, 1960. He survives of the home. She enjoyed family gatherings, gardening, cooking, and traveling. But most of all she loved her family dearly. She was preceded in death by granddaughter, Peyton Farley; parents; siblings, Gwen Emo, Bill Graves, Jack Graves, Ruth Warren. Additional survivors include children, Gary Anderson, Patti Sullivan, Chuck Anderson, Mark Anderson (Kathy), Hallie Anderson; grandchildren, Jake Anderson (Tiffany), Blane Anderson, Dylan Whitlow, Jason Anderson; great-grandson, Chase Anderson; brother, Paul Graves (Sharon); numerous nieces and nephews. Farewell Services &amp; Public Livestream 12:30 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. To view public livestream, please visit Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory’s Facebook page. The family requests anyone that will be attending the service to please wear a face mask and practice social distancing. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Betty Anderson  1934 - 2020

Marilyn Philliippe , 85, passed away from this life on Tuesday, November 3, 2020, at Mosaic Life Care from complications due to pneumonia. Marilyn was born in Guilford, Missouri, on March 18, 1935, to Emmett and Lula Goforth.

Marilyn graduated from South Nodaway High School in 1953, always maintaining good grades and was active in sports and school sponsored clubs. Marilyn married Loren Phillippe on October 9, 1953, and celebrated 67 years of marriage before her passing. Loren survives of the home in St Joseph. After moving to St. Joseph, she worked at the County Courthouse, years later at Zales Jewelers and then several as the office manager at Chafen Body Works.

Survivors include: son, Randy Phillippe, Scottsdale, Arizona; daughter, Lisa Phillippe, Rochester, Minnesota; grandchildren, Ryan and Logan Phillippe, Zoe, Mia and Ava Masterpole; brother, Courtney (Mariam) Goforth, Stanberry, Missouri; sisters, Dee Baker, South Dakota, and Carol Weiderholdt, Overland Park, Kansas.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Fay Goforth; brother-in-law, J.R. Baker.

Due to current COVID concerns, the family will have a memorial service at a later date.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Marilyn Philliippe , 85, passed away from this life on Tuesday, November 3, 2020, at Mosaic Life Care from complications due to pneumonia. Marilyn was born in Guilford, Missouri, on March 18, 1935, to Emmett and Lula Goforth. Marilyn graduated from South Nodaway High School in 1953, always maintaining good grades and was active in sports and school sponsored clubs. Marilyn married Loren Phillippe on October 9, 1953, and celebrated 67 years of marriage before her passing. Loren survives of the home in St Joseph. After moving to St. Joseph, she worked at the County Courthouse, years later at Zales Jewelers and then several as the office manager at Chafen Body Works. Survivors include: son, Randy Phillippe, Scottsdale, Arizona; daughter, Lisa Phillippe, Rochester, Minnesota; grandchildren, Ryan and Logan Phillippe, Zoe, Mia and Ava Masterpole; brother, Courtney (Mariam) Goforth, Stanberry, Missouri; sisters, Dee Baker, South Dakota, and Carol Weiderholdt, Overland Park, Kansas. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Fay Goforth; brother-in-law, J.R. Baker. Due to current COVID concerns, the family will have a memorial service at a later date.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Marilyn Phillippe  1935 - 2020

Lurena Triplet, 95, passed away November 3, 2020, in her independent-living apartment.

Lurena was born November 3, 1925, to Clarence and Flora (Sanders) Walker in St Joseph, graduating from Central High School. Lurena played the clarinet while at Central, and loved being a part of the band, orchestra, and especially the quartet. She performed at various locations in Missouri and Kansas with the quartet.

She worked as a bookkeeper for Armour Meats and then Thompson-Brumm &amp; Knepper Clinic. On February 21, 1947, everything changed when Lurena married Howard. During their 66 years together they focused on family, raising their three children and then helping out with grandkids. In retirement they particularly enjoyed seeing the world, but always calling St Joseph home.

Over the years Lurena was involved in the Francis Street First United Methodist Church, various PTAs and then in PEO. In recent years she loved calls and visits from her family and friends. She enjoyed bingo and winning always made for a great day.

She was preceded in death by her husband, James H. Triplet (2014); sister, Alberta Brown; and infant daughter, Rena Triplet.

Survivors: daughters, Nancy Wyble (Harold) and Susan Cobb (Brian); son, Jim Triplet (Margaret); brother, Clarence Walker (Shirley); 7 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Private services with public livestream 10:00 A.M. Tuesday. To view public livestreaming, please visit Meierhoffer’s Facebook page. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Francis Street First United Methodist Church.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Lurena Triplet, 95, passed away November 3, 2020, in her independent-living apartment. Lurena was born November 3, 1925, to Clarence and Flora (Sanders) Walker in St Joseph, graduating from Central High School. Lurena played the clarinet while at Central, and loved being a part of the band, orchestra, and especially the quartet. She performed at various locations in Missouri and Kansas with the quartet. She worked as a bookkeeper for Armour Meats and then Thompson-Brumm &amp; Knepper Clinic. On February 21, 1947, everything changed when Lurena married Howard. During their 66 years together they focused on family, raising their three children and then helping out with grandkids. In retirement they particularly enjoyed seeing the world, but always calling St Joseph home. Over the years Lurena was involved in the Francis Street First United Methodist Church, various PTAs and then in PEO. In recent years she loved calls and visits from her family and friends. She enjoyed bingo and winning always made for a great day. She was preceded in death by her husband, James H. Triplet (2014); sister, Alberta Brown; and infant daughter, Rena Triplet. Survivors: daughters, Nancy Wyble (Harold) and Susan Cobb (Brian); son, Jim Triplet (Margaret); brother, Clarence Walker (Shirley); 7 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. Private services with public livestream 10:00 A.M. Tuesday. To view public livestreaming, please visit Meierhoffer’s Facebook page. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Francis Street First United Methodist Church.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Lurena Triplet  1925 - 2020

Johnnie Lee Sproat Sr. 88, of Prescott, Arkansas, passed away Saturday, October 31, 2020 in the VA hospital in Schreveport, LA. 

He was born September 5, 1932 in Caldwell, KS, son of the late Gertrude and Richard Sproat Sr. He served in the Army and is a veteran of the Korean War. He retired from Quaker Oats. Johnnie was preceded in death by wife Delores, parents, a granddaughter, one great grandchild, and three brothers. 

Survivors include, eight children: Johnnie Lee Sproat II, Terry McQueen, Richard Sproat, Lucetta Elaine Readman, Sandra Cook, Danny Sproat, Wendy England and Tracie Hill, 22 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren, and 5 great great grandchildren, one brother, and a half sister.

Funeral services: 10:00 am, Monday, November 9, 2020 at Rupp Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Sunday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Inurnment be at the Westlawn Cemetery, DeKalb, MO at a later date. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Johnnie Lee Sproat Sr. 88, of Prescott, Arkansas, passed away Saturday, October 31, 2020 in the VA hospital in Schreveport, LA. He was born September 5, 1932 in Caldwell, KS, son of the late Gertrude and Richard Sproat Sr. He served in the Army and is a veteran of the Korean War. He retired from Quaker Oats. Johnnie was preceded in death by wife Delores, parents, a granddaughter, one great grandchild, and three brothers. Survivors include, eight children: Johnnie Lee Sproat II, Terry McQueen, Richard Sproat, Lucetta Elaine Readman, Sandra Cook, Danny Sproat, Wendy England and Tracie Hill, 22 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren, and 5 great great grandchildren, one brother, and a half sister. Funeral services: 10:00 am, Monday, November 9, 2020 at Rupp Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Sunday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Inurnment be at the Westlawn Cemetery, DeKalb, MO at a later date. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Johnnie Lee Sproat SR  1932 - 2020

Dianna L. Coon-Davis, 65, of St. Joseph, passed away, Tuesday, November 3, 2020 at her home. 

She was born October 30, 1955 in St. Joseph, daughter of Bessie and Ernest Coon. She attended Benton High School and graduated from Lexington High School in Lexington, NE Dianna enjoyed crafting, painting, artwork. 

Dianna was preceded in death by father, Ernest Coon, mother, Bessie Coon, daughters, Angela Saunders, Kendra Sue Donaldson and Mirah Kay Donaldson, half brother, Larry D. Coon, sisters, Joanna Coon and LaDonna Coon. 

Survivors include, her companion for 18 years, Rodney Davis, son, William E Coon, daughter, Deanna Lee Ann (Randy) Martin of St. Joseph, son, Phillip Joseph Hoyt of St. Joseph, brothers, Frederick E Coon and Ernest R. Coon, Jr. of St. Joseph, MO, sisters, Brenda Sears of St. Joseph and Ernestine Ray Marsh of Eudora, AR. 

Funeral services will be 10:00 am, Friday, November 6, 2020 at Rupp Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Thursday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Ebenezer Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the American Cancer Society. Online condolences and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Dianna L. Coon-Davis, 65, of St. Joseph, passed away, Tuesday, November 3, 2020 at her home. She was born October 30, 1955 in St. Joseph, daughter of Bessie and Ernest Coon. She attended Benton High School and graduated from Lexington High School in Lexington, NE Dianna enjoyed crafting, painting, artwork. Dianna was preceded in death by father, Ernest Coon, mother, Bessie Coon, daughters, Angela Saunders, Kendra Sue Donaldson and Mirah Kay Donaldson, half brother, Larry D. Coon, sisters, Joanna Coon and LaDonna Coon. Survivors include, her companion for 18 years, Rodney Davis, son, William E Coon, daughter, Deanna Lee Ann (Randy) Martin of St. Joseph, son, Phillip Joseph Hoyt of St. Joseph, brothers, Frederick E Coon and Ernest R. Coon, Jr. of St. Joseph, MO, sisters, Brenda Sears of St. Joseph and Ernestine Ray Marsh of Eudora, AR. Funeral services will be 10:00 am, Friday, November 6, 2020 at Rupp Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Thursday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Ebenezer Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the American Cancer Society. Online condolences and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.<figure>
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William “Bill” Alfred McClintic of St. Joseph, Mo., passed peacefully on Nov. 2, 2020 at the Carriage Square Health Care in St. Joseph, Mo. 

Bill was born on June 5, 1932 on the family farm in Monroe County, Missouri, to Garnett William and Agnes Olivia McClintic, the eldest son of five children. Bill grew up on their family farm in Monroe County, along with brothers, Richard and Robert, and sisters, Dorothy and Catherine. On Nov. 19th, 1951, Bill married Wilma “Billie” Marie (Romig) McClintic in the Holy Rosary Church in Monroe City, Mo. Bill and Billie moved to St. Joseph, Missouri, and had four children including sons Dwayne , Dennis, Daniel, and daughter Brenda. Bill enjoyed a 30-year career as a professional truck driver working mainly for Crouch Brothers Trucking in Elwood, Kansas. Bill’s fondness for farming led him to invest in the family farm in Monroe County. After retiring from trucking, Bill enjoyed farming, transporting grain, and eventually made Monroe City his home. Bill will be remembered for his broad smile, contagious laugh, and outgoing personality. He will be sorely missed by his children, grandchildren, sisters and brother, and many lifetime friends. 

Bill is preceded in death by his parents, brother Richard and son Daniel. 

He is survived by Billie McClintic; children Dwayne, Brenda, and Dennis (Christine) and grandchildren Kenzie, Cole, and Kyla McClintic, and Sean Thompson; siblings Dorothy Dierkes, Kate (Joe) Engle, Robert (Elizabeth) McClintic; sister-in-law Karen McClintic; many nieces, nephews, in-laws, other relatives and friends. 

The family would like to thank the staff of Carriage Square for the kind and attentive attention they gave to our father. 

The family will receive friends from 6 -7 pm Friday, with a Prayer Service starting at 7pm Friday at the Rupp Funeral home, Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 am Saturday, at St. James Catholic church, Father Vincent Rogers Celebrant, The interment will be at the Mount Olivet Cemetery. Memorials are requested t the Mosaic Life Care hospice. online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

William “Bill” Alfred McClintic of St. Joseph, Mo., passed peacefully on Nov. 2, 2020 at the Carriage Square Health Care in St. Joseph, Mo. Bill was born on June 5, 1932 on the family farm in Monroe County, Missouri, to Garnett William and Agnes Olivia McClintic, the eldest son of five children. Bill grew up on their family farm in Monroe County, along with brothers, Richard and Robert, and sisters, Dorothy and Catherine. On Nov. 19th, 1951, Bill married Wilma “Billie” Marie (Romig) McClintic in the Holy Rosary Church in Monroe City, Mo. Bill and Billie moved to St. Joseph, Missouri, and had four children including sons Dwayne , Dennis, Daniel, and daughter Brenda. Bill enjoyed a 30-year career as a professional truck driver working mainly for Crouch Brothers Trucking in Elwood, Kansas. Bill’s fondness for farming led him to invest in the family farm in Monroe County. After retiring from trucking, Bill enjoyed farming, transporting grain, and eventually made Monroe City his home. Bill will be remembered for his broad smile, contagious laugh, and outgoing personality. He will be sorely missed by his children, grandchildren, sisters and brother, and many lifetime friends. Bill is preceded in death by his parents, brother Richard and son Daniel. He is survived by Billie McClintic; children Dwayne, Brenda, and Dennis (Christine) and grandchildren Kenzie, Cole, and Kyla McClintic, and Sean Thompson; siblings Dorothy Dierkes, Kate (Joe) Engle, Robert (Elizabeth) McClintic; sister-in-law Karen McClintic; many nieces, nephews, in-laws, other relatives and friends. The family would like to thank the staff of Carriage Square for the kind and attentive attention they gave to our father. The family will receive friends from 6 -7 pm Friday, with a Prayer Service starting at 7pm Friday at the Rupp Funeral home, Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 am Saturday, at St. James Catholic church, Father Vincent Rogers Celebrant, The interment will be at the Mount Olivet Cemetery. Memorials are requested t the Mosaic Life Care hospice. online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com<figure>
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William "Bill" Alfred McClintic  1932 - 2020

Joyce Richardson, 84, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, November 2, 2020.

She was born March 19, 1936 in St. Joseph, Missouri to Cecil and Vera (Morris) Baker. Joyce married Earl Richardson July 14, 1961. He preceded her in death April 14, 1992. She was a member of Grace Evangelical Church. Joyce enjoyed crafts, crocheting, cooking, mission work, visiting with her friends, playing cards and games. But most of all spending time with her family.

She was also preceded in death by son, Bruce Richardson; sister, Marion Mihelich; and her parents.

Survivors include children, Mike Richardson (Charlene), Jennifer Wilson, James Richardson (Sherri), Tina Cook (Eric); sister, Carol Lough; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews; her beloved cat, Ms. Kitty.

Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Mount Auburn 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 requests donations to Grace Evangelical Church Mission Group. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Joyce Richardson, 84, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, November 2, 2020. She was born March 19, 1936 in St. Joseph, Missouri to Cecil and Vera (Morris) Baker. Joyce married Earl Richardson July 14, 1961. He preceded her in death April 14, 1992. She was a member of Grace Evangelical Church. Joyce enjoyed crafts, crocheting, cooking, mission work, visiting with her friends, playing cards and games. But most of all spending time with her family. She was also preceded in death by son, Bruce Richardson; sister, Marion Mihelich; and her parents. Survivors include children, Mike Richardson (Charlene), Jennifer Wilson, James Richardson (Sherri), Tina Cook (Eric); sister, Carol Lough; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews; her beloved cat, Ms. Kitty. Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Mount Auburn 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 requests donations to Grace Evangelical Church Mission Group. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Joyce Richardson  1936 - 2020

Avis L. Thonen, 65, a longtime resident of Brown County, KS, died Sunday, November 1, 2020, at the Brown County Development Services Delaware Apartments, Hiawatha, KS.

The funeral will be held 2 p.m. Friday, November 6, at Zion Lutheran Church in Hiawatha.&nbsp; Reverend Michael Dunaway will officiate.&nbsp; Interment will follow at Powhattan Cemetery.

Friends may call at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, Hiawatha, from 10 until 6 p.m. Thursday, until noon Friday.

Avis Louise Thonen was born May 31st, 1955, one of four children born to Norman and Leona (Kneisel) Thonen.&nbsp; She was baptized at Zion Lutheran Church, Powhattan formally in the country by Mercier.&nbsp; She grew up in the Powhattan community and lived on the family farm south of Powhattan.&nbsp; She later lived in Parsons, then moved to Salina, before returning to live in Hiawatha.

Avis was a fun-loving person that loved everybody.&nbsp; She had a way of remembering everybody’s birthday, even if she hadn’t seen them for quite some time.

She worked at the BCDS Thrift Shop, Hiawatha, and was a longtime member of the American Legion Auxiliary, Wenger Post #373, Powhattan.

Surviving are her three sisters:&nbsp; Janette Thonen of Hiawatha, Christine (Paul) McCartney, of Hiawatha, and Rosie (John) McGinnis of Topeka.&nbsp; An uncle, Lawrence (Donna) Thonen, and also an aunt, Mavis Geiger, both of Hiawatha survive as well.&nbsp; Some of her cousins are Blaine McCartney of Cheyenne, Wyoming, Jacob McGinnis of Colorado, Haley McGinnis of Kansas City, MO, Jackie McCartney of Holton KS, and many, many others.

Avis was preceded in death by her parents, and two uncles.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Brown County Development Services which may be sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th&nbsp;St., 66434.

A note of remembrance may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com/">www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com</a>

Funeral home Facebook page:&nbsp; Chapel Oaks Hiawatha &amp; Highland Ks

Avis L. Thonen, 65, a longtime resident of Brown County, KS, died Sunday, November 1, 2020, at the Brown County Development Services Delaware Apartments, Hiawatha, KS.The funeral will be held 2 p.m. Friday, November 6, at Zion Lutheran Church in Hiawatha.&nbsp; Reverend Michael Dunaway will officiate.&nbsp; Interment will follow at Powhattan Cemetery.Friends may call at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, Hiawatha, from 10 until 6 p.m. Thursday, until noon Friday.Avis Louise Thonen was born May 31st, 1955, one of four children born to Norman and Leona (Kneisel) Thonen.&nbsp; She was baptized at Zion Lutheran Church, Powhattan formally in the country by Mercier.&nbsp; She grew up in the Powhattan community and lived on the family farm south of Powhattan.&nbsp; She later lived in Parsons, then moved to Salina, before returning to live in Hiawatha.Avis was a fun-loving person that loved everybody.&nbsp; She had a way of remembering everybody’s birthday, even if she hadn’t seen them for quite some time.She worked at the BCDS Thrift Shop, Hiawatha, and was a longtime member of the American Legion Auxiliary, Wenger Post #373, Powhattan.Surviving are her three sisters:&nbsp; Janette Thonen of Hiawatha, Christine (Paul) McCartney, of Hiawatha, and Rosie (John) McGinnis of Topeka.&nbsp; An uncle, Lawrence (Donna) Thonen, and also an aunt, Mavis Geiger, both of Hiawatha survive as well.&nbsp; Some of her cousins are Blaine McCartney of Cheyenne, Wyoming, Jacob McGinnis of Colorado, Haley McGinnis of Kansas City, MO, Jackie McCartney of Holton KS, and many, many others.Avis was preceded in death by her parents, and two uncles.Memorial contributions are suggested to Brown County Development Services which may be sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th&nbsp;St., 66434.A note of remembrance may be left at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com/">www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com</a>Funeral home Facebook page:&nbsp; Chapel Oaks Hiawatha &amp; Highland KsMASKS AND SOCIAL DISTANCING PREFERRED<figure>
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Regina (Jean) Mooney, 96, of St. Joseph, passed away peacefully in her home on Sunday, November 1, 2020.

She was born June 5, 1924, in Gloucester, New Jersey, to Earl R. and Mary Kelly. In 1943, she met William (Bill) Mooney when he was stationed in Wildwood New Jersey during WWII. They married on December 28, 1944, in St. Joseph where they lived until he passed away on August 29, 2015. She worked at Beatty #39 until its closure and then volunteered at the hospital for 25 years. She was active in Carnegie Club.

They were blessed with three children, Bill (Ruth) Mooney, Sun City West, AZ, Russ (Stef) Mooney, St. Joseph, and Marilyn (Phil) Armfield, Sun City West. She was Grandma to grandchildren Michael Mooney, Kelly (Nate) Ponce, Joel (Jennifer) Mooney, Craig (Andrea) Armfield, Keri Stanley; and her great-grandchildren Gage, Gillian, Brady, Brylin Armfield, Broc and Bryce Stanley, Bela and Fina Mooney. Additional survivors include several nieces and nephews, grand- and great-grand nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her sister; and brothers/sisters-in-law.

Private Farewell Services &amp; Inurnment Mount Auburn Cemetery at a later date. 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 memorial gifts made in Jean’s name to a charity of donor’s choice.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Regina (Jean) Mooney, 96, of St. Joseph, passed away peacefully in her home on Sunday, November 1, 2020. She was born June 5, 1924, in Gloucester, New Jersey, to Earl R. and Mary Kelly. In 1943, she met William (Bill) Mooney when he was stationed in Wildwood New Jersey during WWII. They married on December 28, 1944, in St. Joseph where they lived until he passed away on August 29, 2015. She worked at Beatty #39 until its closure and then volunteered at the hospital for 25 years. She was active in Carnegie Club. They were blessed with three children, Bill (Ruth) Mooney, Sun City West, AZ, Russ (Stef) Mooney, St. Joseph, and Marilyn (Phil) Armfield, Sun City West. She was Grandma to grandchildren Michael Mooney, Kelly (Nate) Ponce, Joel (Jennifer) Mooney, Craig (Andrea) Armfield, Keri Stanley; and her great-grandchildren Gage, Gillian, Brady, Brylin Armfield, Broc and Bryce Stanley, Bela and Fina Mooney. Additional survivors include several nieces and nephews, grand- and great-grand nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her sister; and brothers/sisters-in-law. Private Farewell Services &amp; Inurnment Mount Auburn Cemetery at a later date. 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 memorial gifts made in Jean’s name to a charity of donor’s choice.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Regina E. “Jean” Mooney  1924 - 2020

Margaret Hester (Chapman) Evans departed this world October 31, 2020 at the Gower Convalescent Center due to Covid.

Margaret was born at home in St. Joseph, MO at 7:05am on Wednesday, August 29, 1927 to Pearl P. Chapman and Cleota (Grace) Chapman. She moved with her parents to Estancia, New Mexico, then to Coffey, Missouri where she remembered the snow was so deep “the mailman came across the top of the snow with a horse and sled.” In February 1932, Margaret’s parents moved the family to Long Lane, MO to an 80-acre farm with no electricity or running water but plenty of copperheads. Margaret walked over a mile through the woods to attend Cedar Ridge Elementary, a one-room schoolhouse. One morning, on her way to school, her brother Sonny was bit by a copperhead. Remembering there was road construction not far away, she carried her brother as far as she could, then ran to the crew. They took her brother, promised to get her dad, and she walked on to school. 

She married John Herbert “Herb” Evans Sr. on October 21, 1943. Margaret recalled having to walk over a mile to get water with three small children in tow, planting a garden to feed her family, and constantly watching for copperheads while tending the green beans and watching the children play. Margaret, Herb and their children returned to St. Joe in 1950 after her parents returned to find work. After her divorce in 1963, she took in sewing jobs to pay the bills. She sewed wedding and bridesmaid dresses, did alterations, and made crafts. She was also an avid crocheter. Each Christmas and birthday, she made something for her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren and their significant others. She loved to share patterns with family in New Mexico and Long Lane.

Her grandchildren will remember eating popcorn and listening to the police scanners with her, wearing the Halloween costumes and prom dresses she made for them, visiting on Halloween for homemade popcorn balls, Christmas and Thanksgiving feasts, her chuckle, and her wave goodbye from the front porch where she’d repeat, “Now, come by any time” until their car drove away.

Margaret was preceded in death by her parents, brothers Glen P. Chapman and LeRoy “Sonny” Chapman, her sister Ethel Harris, her sisters-in-law Barbara Chapman and Janet Chapman, brother-in-law Dick Harris, her sons-in-law Jim Kempa and JD Ross, grandson James Allen “Barney” Evans and step-great-grandson Kendall Delp.

She is survived by her brother Everett Chapman and her six children: Mary Kempa of Amazonia; Dorothy Ross, Cleota Lock, and Doris Corkins all of St. Joseph; John (Anna) Evans and Jim (Mary) Evans both of Long Lane. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Dean Penn, Kelly Lock-McMillen, Bob Lock, Corina Gaddie, Brent Corkins, Marcy Evans-Huning, Linda Tiemann, Lori Hopkins, Brenda Kempa, Jessica Evans-Sweiger, Josh Evans, Holly Hoffman, Johnny Evans, and Sarah Evans-Powers, 29 great-grandchildren and 8 great-great-grandchildren. The family would like to thank Margaret’s nurses who were with her when family could not be: Kathy, Benjamin, Mary, Tyler, Ion, Mandy, Amberley, Lacey, Teresa, Vanessa, Brooke, and, especially, Susan who cared enough, even on her day off, to be at her bedside in the final moments of her life.

Due to COVID, there will be no public service at this time. Private Graveside and Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family suggests donations to South Park United Methodist Church.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Margaret Hester (Chapman) Evans departed this world October 31, 2020 at the Gower Convalescent Center due to Covid. Margaret was born at home in St. Joseph, MO at 7:05am on Wednesday, August 29, 1927 to Pearl P. Chapman and Cleota (Grace) Chapman. She moved with her parents to Estancia, New Mexico, then to Coffey, Missouri where she remembered the snow was so deep “the mailman came across the top of the snow with a horse and sled.” In February 1932, Margaret’s parents moved the family to Long Lane, MO to an 80-acre farm with no electricity or running water but plenty of copperheads. Margaret walked over a mile through the woods to attend Cedar Ridge Elementary, a one-room schoolhouse. One morning, on her way to school, her brother Sonny was bit by a copperhead. Remembering there was road construction not far away, she carried her brother as far as she could, then ran to the crew. They took her brother, promised to get her dad, and she walked on to school. She married John Herbert “Herb” Evans Sr. on October 21, 1943. Margaret recalled having to walk over a mile to get water with three small children in tow, planting a garden to feed her family, and constantly watching for copperheads while tending the green beans and watching the children play. Margaret, Herb and their children returned to St. Joe in 1950 after her parents returned to find work. After her divorce in 1963, she took in sewing jobs to pay the bills. She sewed wedding and bridesmaid dresses, did alterations, and made crafts. She was also an avid crocheter. Each Christmas and birthday, she made something for her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren and their significant others. She loved to share patterns with family in New Mexico and Long Lane. Her grandchildren will remember eating popcorn and listening to the police scanners with her, wearing the Halloween costumes and prom dresses she made for them, visiting on Halloween for homemade popcorn balls, Christmas and Thanksgiving feasts, her chuckle, and her wave goodbye from the front porch where she’d repeat, “Now, come by any time” until their car drove away. Margaret was preceded in death by her parents, brothers Glen P. Chapman and LeRoy “Sonny” Chapman, her sister Ethel Harris, her sisters-in-law Barbara Chapman and Janet Chapman, brother-in-law Dick Harris, her sons-in-law Jim Kempa and JD Ross, grandson James Allen “Barney” Evans and step-great-grandson Kendall Delp. She is survived by her brother Everett Chapman and her six children: Mary Kempa of Amazonia; Dorothy Ross, Cleota Lock, and Doris Corkins all of St. Joseph; John (Anna) Evans and Jim (Mary) Evans both of Long Lane. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Dean Penn, Kelly Lock-McMillen, Bob Lock, Corina Gaddie, Brent Corkins, Marcy Evans-Huning, Linda Tiemann, Lori Hopkins, Brenda Kempa, Jessica Evans-Sweiger, Josh Evans, Holly Hoffman, Johnny Evans, and Sarah Evans-Powers, 29 great-grandchildren and 8 great-great-grandchildren. The family would like to thank Margaret’s nurses who were with her when family could not be: Kathy, Benjamin, Mary, Tyler, Ion, Mandy, Amberley, Lacey, Teresa, Vanessa, Brooke, and, especially, Susan who cared enough, even on her day off, to be at her bedside in the final moments of her life. Due to COVID, there will be no public service at this time. Private Graveside and Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family suggests donations to South Park United Methodist Church.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Eva Mae Libel passed away on October 28, 2020, at home surrounded by her loving family after a long battle with cancer.

Eva was born on April 29, 1939, to George and Marion (Jones) Moore in Troy, Kansas. She graduated from Robinson High School with the class of ‘57. She worked at the Bank of Leona in Leona, Kansas, and this is where she met her husband, Bill. Eva attended Highland Community College and Emporia State University before marrying Bill on May 12, 1962. Eva was an excellent cook who loved and cared for many children and truly loved all of God’s Creation. Eva was a wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend to all that knew her.

She is preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Harry and Dean; her sister, Jane Hanson; and daughters-in-law, Janet and Lora Ann Libel.

Eva is survived by her husband; her sons, Charles (Kelsie), Pat (Dee), Allan (Jennie), Danny (Kelly); daughters, Elizabeth (Daron Bauerle), Laura Hover; 17 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; and her brother, Ted Moore of San Marcos, Texas.

Our mother was a wonderful woman and we will miss her very much. Services will be held at the Bellevue UMC Leona, Kansas, on Saturday, November 7, 2020, with visitation starting at 10 A.M. and services at 11 A.M.

Mom wanted to recognize NEK hospice, Doniphan County-Meals on Wheels, Highland Ambulance and Bellevue UMC.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Eva Mae Libel passed away on October 28, 2020, at home surrounded by her loving family after a long battle with cancer. Eva was born on April 29, 1939, to George and Marion (Jones) Moore in Troy, Kansas. She graduated from Robinson High School with the class of ‘57. She worked at the Bank of Leona in Leona, Kansas, and this is where she met her husband, Bill. Eva attended Highland Community College and Emporia State University before marrying Bill on May 12, 1962. Eva was an excellent cook who loved and cared for many children and truly loved all of God’s Creation. Eva was a wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend to all that knew her. She is preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Harry and Dean; her sister, Jane Hanson; and daughters-in-law, Janet and Lora Ann Libel. Eva is survived by her husband; her sons, Charles (Kelsie), Pat (Dee), Allan (Jennie), Danny (Kelly); daughters, Elizabeth (Daron Bauerle), Laura Hover; 17 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; and her brother, Ted Moore of San Marcos, Texas. Our mother was a wonderful woman and we will miss her very much. Services will be held at the Bellevue UMC Leona, Kansas, on Saturday, November 7, 2020, with visitation starting at 10 A.M. and services at 11 A.M. Mom wanted to recognize NEK hospice, Doniphan County-Meals on Wheels, Highland Ambulance and Bellevue UMC.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Eva Mae Libel  1939 - 2020

Norman "Ronnie" R. Schleicher, 77, of St. Joseph, went to be with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ and Heavenly Father on Friday, October 30, 2020 at Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph due to complications from Covid-19. 

Ronnie was born December 9, 1942 to the late Norman and Clarice (White) Schleicher in St. Joseph. He graduated from Lafayette High School, class of 1960, and later attended St. Joseph Junior College and graduated from Northwest Missouri State University with a degree in Mathematics. Ronnie worked for Pearl Brewing Company, was a Substitute Teacher for the St. Joseph School District, and Hillyard Industries, from which he retired. On May 5, 2001, he married Connie Bradley at Marvin McMurry United Methodist Church in St. Joseph. As a young man, he always earned good grades and was active in Boy Scouts, earning several merit badges. Ronnie was a lifetime member of the YMCA, a member of Gymnastic Club, Tennessee Squire Association and the former Marvin McMurry United Methodist Church. Ronnie enjoyed playing sports, he played basketball his freshman and sophomore years of high school, he was the "A Flight" tournament champion of the 1983 YMCA City Doubles Handball Tournament, and took second place in the 1988 YMCA City Doubles Handball Tournament. He also enjoyed playing cards, jogging, weightlifting, watching movies, attending music concerts in the park, downtown and by the river front. He loved watching the St. Louis Cardinals and former St. Louis Rams on TV, socializing with his friends and staff at area restaurants in town and decorating his home and yard for every holiday. He was a very intelligent and sensitive man with a witty sense of humor, he never met a stranger and loved all animals. 

Ronnie is preceded in death by his parents, Norman and Clarice Schleicher. He loved adored his mother, caring for her during her later years. He is also preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Don Bigelow, his beloved dogs, Fellow, Shadow, Rebel, Josh, Luke, Lady, Princess, his beloved cats, Kitty, Tiger, Chantilly, Sadie, Blackie, Mattie and Mouse Trap and his Guinea Pig, Puff. 

Ronnie is survived by his wife Connie of the home, Nephews and Nieces, Wayne and Regina Bigelow, Stanley and Rita Susan Bigelow, Dawn Bigelow, great nephews and nieces, Nathan and Dominique Bigelow, Christina and Scott Johnson, Anthony and Nicholas Wolf and Brian and Jackie Bigelow and several great-great nephews and nieces. He is also survived by beloved dogs, Brandi, Mandi, and Marco, beloved cats, Black and Eddie. 

Services for Ronnie will be 2:00 p.m. Thursday, November 5, 2020 at Rupp Funeral Home with Pastor Loren Olson, officiating. Visitation will be from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. Thursday at Rupp Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Memorials are to be directed to Friends of the Animal Shelter in Ronnie's name. Even though Ronnie was living with underlying conditions that did not cause his death, he was a victim of Covid-19. Please wear a mask and keep safe in his memory.

Norman "Ronnie" R. Schleicher, 77, of St. Joseph, went to be with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ and Heavenly Father on Friday, October 30, 2020 at Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph due to complications from Covid-19. Ronnie was born December 9, 1942 to the late Norman and Clarice (White) Schleicher in St. Joseph. He graduated from Lafayette High School, class of 1960, and later attended St. Joseph Junior College and graduated from Northwest Missouri State University with a degree in Mathematics. Ronnie worked for Pearl Brewing Company, was a Substitute Teacher for the St. Joseph School District, and Hillyard Industries, from which he retired. On May 5, 2001, he married Connie Bradley at Marvin McMurry United Methodist Church in St. Joseph. As a young man, he always earned good grades and was active in Boy Scouts, earning several merit badges. Ronnie was a lifetime member of the YMCA, a member of Gymnastic Club, Tennessee Squire Association and the former Marvin McMurry United Methodist Church. Ronnie enjoyed playing sports, he played basketball his freshman and sophomore years of high school, he was the "A Flight" tournament champion of the 1983 YMCA City Doubles Handball Tournament, and took second place in the 1988 YMCA City Doubles Handball Tournament. He also enjoyed playing cards, jogging, weightlifting, watching movies, attending music concerts in the park, downtown and by the river front. He loved watching the St. Louis Cardinals and former St. Louis Rams on TV, socializing with his friends and staff at area restaurants in town and decorating his home and yard for every holiday. He was a very intelligent and sensitive man with a witty sense of humor, he never met a stranger and loved all animals. Ronnie is preceded in death by his parents, Norman and Clarice Schleicher. He loved adored his mother, caring for her during her later years. He is also preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Don Bigelow, his beloved dogs, Fellow, Shadow, Rebel, Josh, Luke, Lady, Princess, his beloved cats, Kitty, Tiger, Chantilly, Sadie, Blackie, Mattie and Mouse Trap and his Guinea Pig, Puff. Ronnie is survived by his wife Connie of the home, Nephews and Nieces, Wayne and Regina Bigelow, Stanley and Rita Susan Bigelow, Dawn Bigelow, great nephews and nieces, Nathan and Dominique Bigelow, Christina and Scott Johnson, Anthony and Nicholas Wolf and Brian and Jackie Bigelow and several great-great nephews and nieces. He is also survived by beloved dogs, Brandi, Mandi, and Marco, beloved cats, Black and Eddie. Services for Ronnie will be 2:00 p.m. Thursday, November 5, 2020 at Rupp Funeral Home with Pastor Loren Olson, officiating. Visitation will be from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. Thursday at Rupp Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Memorials are to be directed to Friends of the Animal Shelter in Ronnie's name. Even though Ronnie was living with underlying conditions that did not cause his death, he was a victim of Covid-19. Please wear a mask and keep safe in his memory.<figure>
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N. Ronnie Schleicher  1942 - 2020

Shelby Lynn Madison Hawkins 14, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, October 31, 2020 at a St. Joseph Hospital. 

She was born May 9, 2006 in Lebonan, MO, daughter of Jessica Wagoner and David Hawkins. She is a student at Lafayette High School was a terrific artist who enjoyed drawing, listening to music and baking. 

She is survived by her mother, Jessica Wagoner, father David Hawkins, maternal grandmother, Linda Stover, sister, Shayla Wood, maternal grandfather Larry Wagoner, paternal grandmother, Vicki and uncle, Junior Wagoner.

Funeral services: 2:00 pm, Friday, November 6, 2020 at Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Leanna VanZandt-Nauman officiating, The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Thursday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the King Hill Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the Shelby Hawkins memorial fund in care of the Rupp Funeral Home on online funeral fund at www.ruppfuneral.com select obituary, then funeral fund.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Shelby Lynn Madison Hawkins 14, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, October 31, 2020 at a St. Joseph Hospital. She was born May 9, 2006 in Lebonan, MO, daughter of Jessica Wagoner and David Hawkins. She is a student at Lafayette High School was a terrific artist who enjoyed drawing, listening to music and baking. She is survived by her mother, Jessica Wagoner, father David Hawkins, maternal grandmother, Linda Stover, sister, Shayla Wood, maternal grandfather Larry Wagoner, paternal grandmother, Vicki and uncle, Junior Wagoner. Funeral services: 2:00 pm, Friday, November 6, 2020 at Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Leanna VanZandt-Nauman officiating, The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Thursday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the King Hill Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the Shelby Hawkins memorial fund in care of the Rupp Funeral Home on online funeral fund at www.ruppfuneral.com select obituary, then funeral fund.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Shelby Lynn Madison Hawkins  2006 - 2020

Phyllis Harriett (Devorss) Sigrist of St. Joseph passed away on Sunday, November 1, 2020 at a local hospital.

She was born on September 17, 1930 in St. Joseph, the only child of&nbsp; the late Edwin and Inez Devorss.

She was a graduate of Central High School.

Phyllis married Robert Lee Sigrist on January 22, 1949&nbsp; in St. Joseph.

He preceded her in death just three days prior to her passing on October 29, 2020. They were married for 71 years.

She began her working career as a switchboard operator with Southwestern Bell Telephone Company and then she spent 32 years at Sherwood Medical until her retirement.

She was a long time member of the Green Valley Baptist Church.

Mrs. Sigrist is survived by daughters; Marsha McClain and Kathy Burns-Hoffman (Dave), 5 grandchildren and 7 great- grandchildren.&nbsp;

Among her many hobbies were; sewing, knitting, cross stitch, crocheting, quilting and various crafts along with cake decorating&nbsp; her for grandchildren and she loved to cook and can.

Due to Covid concerns, no public visitation or services are currently scheduled.

Memorial Services will be held at a later date .

In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer that memorial contributions be made to the Green Valley Baptist Church.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel where a guest book will be available for signing Tuesday thru Saturday November 3rd thru 7th.

Phyllis Harriett (Devorss) Sigrist of St. Joseph passed away on Sunday, November 1, 2020 at a local hospital.She was born on September 17, 1930 in St. Joseph, the only child of&nbsp; the late Edwin and Inez Devorss.She was a graduate of Central High School.Phyllis married Robert Lee Sigrist on January 22, 1949&nbsp; in St. Joseph.He preceded her in death just three days prior to her passing on October 29, 2020. They were married for 71 years.She began her working career as a switchboard operator with Southwestern Bell Telephone Company and then she spent 32 years at Sherwood Medical until her retirement.She was a long time member of the Green Valley Baptist Church.Mrs. Sigrist is survived by daughters; Marsha McClain and Kathy Burns-Hoffman (Dave), 5 grandchildren and 7 great- grandchildren.&nbsp;Among her many hobbies were; sewing, knitting, cross stitch, crocheting, quilting and various crafts along with cake decorating&nbsp; her for grandchildren and she loved to cook and can.Due to Covid concerns, no public visitation or services are currently scheduled.Memorial Services will be held at a later date .In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer that memorial contributions be made to the Green Valley Baptist Church.Arrangements are under the direction of the Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel where a guest book will be available for signing Tuesday thru Saturday November 3rd thru 7th.<figure>
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Phyllis Harriett Sigrist  1930 - 2020

Margaret Ann "Peggy" Reardon, passed away Thursday, October 29th on her 85th birthday.&nbsp; She was born October 29, 1935, in St. Joseph to Thomas and Rose Walsh.&nbsp; She married the love of her life, Clarence "Joe" Reardon, &nbsp;on May 10, 1958.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on January 31, 2006.

Margaret was a graduate of the Convent of the Sacred Heart High School.&nbsp; A devout Catholic, she was a member of Seven Dolors Catholic Church for over 60 years.&nbsp; She worked as a merchandising assistant for JC Pennys for 20 years.&nbsp; Her greatest joy was spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

She is survived by children Mary Jo Hayter (Kenny), Rose Ann Pearl (Richard), Dan Reardon (Linda), Annette Regan and Brian Reardon (Sara); grandchildren Brooke McGrath (Kevin), Lacy Pearl, Jeffrey Hayter, Ashley McClellen(Cameron), Nick Regan (Shannon), Sarah Arends (Mitch), Zack Regan, Adam Reardon and Ruby Reardon; great-grandchildren Brinley Howard, Madeline and Hannah McGrath, Blake and Joe Regan, Harper and Charlie McClellen and Oliver Arends.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her grandson Alex Pearl.

The Rosary will be Sunday, November 8th at 6:00 PM at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel.&nbsp; The visitation will follow from 6:30 - 8:00 PM.&nbsp; A private family Mass will be held on Monday, November 9th at 10:00 AM at Seven Dolors Catholic Church.&nbsp; A graveside service will follow immediately after the funeral Mass for anyone who would like to attend.

Memorials may be made to St. Mary's Cemetery Fund of Seven Dolors Alter Society.

Margaret Ann "Peggy" Reardon, passed away Thursday, October 29th on her 85th birthday.&nbsp; She was born October 29, 1935, in St. Joseph to Thomas and Rose Walsh.&nbsp; She married the love of her life, Clarence "Joe" Reardon, &nbsp;on May 10, 1958.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on January 31, 2006.Margaret was a graduate of the Convent of the Sacred Heart High School.&nbsp; A devout Catholic, she was a member of Seven Dolors Catholic Church for over 60 years.&nbsp; She worked as a merchandising assistant for JC Pennys for 20 years.&nbsp; Her greatest joy was spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.She is survived by children Mary Jo Hayter (Kenny), Rose Ann Pearl (Richard), Dan Reardon (Linda), Annette Regan and Brian Reardon (Sara); grandchildren Brooke McGrath (Kevin), Lacy Pearl, Jeffrey Hayter, Ashley McClellen(Cameron), Nick Regan (Shannon), Sarah Arends (Mitch), Zack Regan, Adam Reardon and Ruby Reardon; great-grandchildren Brinley Howard, Madeline and Hannah McGrath, Blake and Joe Regan, Harper and Charlie McClellen and Oliver Arends.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her grandson Alex Pearl.The Rosary will be Sunday, November 8th at 6:00 PM at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel.&nbsp; The visitation will follow from 6:30 - 8:00 PM.&nbsp; A private family Mass will be held on Monday, November 9th at 10:00 AM at Seven Dolors Catholic Church.&nbsp; A graveside service will follow immediately after the funeral Mass for anyone who would like to attend.Memorials may be made to St. Mary's Cemetery Fund of Seven Dolors Alter Society.<figure>
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Margaret "Peggy" Reardon  1935 - 2020

Wayne Albertson, of rural Robinson, died Friday morning, October 30, 2020, at his home surrounded by his family.&nbsp; He was 76.

Wayne was born at Horton, July 26, 1944, the only child born to Luther and Wilma Goodman Albertson and was a lifelong resident of the Robinson area.&nbsp; He graduated from Robinson High School and Highland Community College.&nbsp; Wayne, being a third generation Norwegian farmer, did not back down from challenges, he seemed to thrive on them: whether it was Church Board, Mission Township Board, Wolf River Watershed Board or the Conservation Board, he would take the extra initiative to get a project figured out and completed.&nbsp; Wayne was always thinking about a better way to farm, which usually led to an idea to build something in the shop.

Wayne was a lifelong steward of the land and had a passion for conservation of the land wanting to leave it in better shape than he found it.&nbsp;&nbsp; He personally ran the bulldozer, making land improvements all through his life as long as he was able.&nbsp; Conservation was always something he not only believed in but was actively practiced.&nbsp; There was nothing he took more pride in and enjoyed more than constructing a terrace.

The love of traveling started when his children were old enough to travel.&nbsp; The destination started with many trips to Colorado.&nbsp; It was through the many summer vacations the children learned to read the map.&nbsp; The kids learned many things on vacation:&nbsp; where to stop for picnics and NEVER feed Dad before lunch!!&nbsp; He would not be hungry when everyone else was.&nbsp; He was proud to have traveled to over thirty different countries.&nbsp; He was known to visit hours with someone about farming, even if they didn’t speak English.&nbsp; He and his family were able to return to the ‘old country’ to find and meet his Norwegian ancestors.

As the children were growing up, they learned by his example of farming:&nbsp; to problem solve, love what you do, and do it right the first time if possible.

He met his future wife, Beverly Weidman on a blind date.&nbsp; They celebrated their 50th&nbsp;wedding anniversary in 2019.&nbsp; She survives at their rural Robinson home.

Also surviving are their children Diane Ward (Jim) of Hiawatha, Julie Dolezilek (Shawn) of Topeka, Lance Albertson (Cheryl Churchek) of Corvallis, Oregon; grandchildren Mason and Brenna Ward, Julian and Irene Churchek.

Wayne was preceded in death by his parents.

Friends may call at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hiawatha from 10 until 5 p.m. Thursday.&nbsp; Private family services will be held.&nbsp; Shane Spangler will offciate with inurnment at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Hiawatha.

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

A message may be sent to the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com/">www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com</a>

Live Facebook group page:&nbsp; Chapel Oaks Funeral Home Hiawatha &amp; Highland KS&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Wayne Albertson, of rural Robinson, died Friday morning, October 30, 2020, at his home surrounded by his family.&nbsp; He was 76.Wayne was born at Horton, July 26, 1944, the only child born to Luther and Wilma Goodman Albertson and was a lifelong resident of the Robinson area.&nbsp; He graduated from Robinson High School and Highland Community College.&nbsp; Wayne, being a third generation Norwegian farmer, did not back down from challenges, he seemed to thrive on them: whether it was Church Board, Mission Township Board, Wolf River Watershed Board or the Conservation Board, he would take the extra initiative to get a project figured out and completed.&nbsp; Wayne was always thinking about a better way to farm, which usually led to an idea to build something in the shop.Wayne was a lifelong steward of the land and had a passion for conservation of the land wanting to leave it in better shape than he found it.&nbsp;&nbsp; He personally ran the bulldozer, making land improvements all through his life as long as he was able.&nbsp; Conservation was always something he not only believed in but was actively practiced.&nbsp; There was nothing he took more pride in and enjoyed more than constructing a terrace.The love of traveling started when his children were old enough to travel.&nbsp; The destination started with many trips to Colorado.&nbsp; It was through the many summer vacations the children learned to read the map.&nbsp; The kids learned many things on vacation:&nbsp; where to stop for picnics and NEVER feed Dad before lunch!!&nbsp; He would not be hungry when everyone else was.&nbsp; He was proud to have traveled to over thirty different countries.&nbsp; He was known to visit hours with someone about farming, even if they didn’t speak English.&nbsp; He and his family were able to return to the ‘old country’ to find and meet his Norwegian ancestors.As the children were growing up, they learned by his example of farming:&nbsp; to problem solve, love what you do, and do it right the first time if possible.He met his future wife, Beverly Weidman on a blind date.&nbsp; They celebrated their 50th&nbsp;wedding anniversary in 2019.&nbsp; She survives at their rural Robinson home.Also surviving are their children Diane Ward (Jim) of Hiawatha, Julie Dolezilek (Shawn) of Topeka, Lance Albertson (Cheryl Churchek) of Corvallis, Oregon; grandchildren Mason and Brenna Ward, Julian and Irene Churchek.Wayne was preceded in death by his parents.Friends may call at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hiawatha from 10 until 5 p.m. Thursday.&nbsp; Private family services will be held.&nbsp; Shane Spangler will offciate with inurnment at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Hiawatha.Memorial contributions are suggested to the Bethany Church of Christ Memorial Fund, sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th&nbsp;St., Hiawatha 66434.A message may be sent to the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com/">www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com</a>Live Facebook group page:&nbsp; Chapel Oaks Funeral Home Hiawatha &amp; Highland KS&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Wayne R. Albertson  1944 - 2020

Donald Edward Utz was born August 11, 1930, just northwest of Highland, one of three children of Lawrence Lee and August (Gussie) Elder Utz and had lived near Highland all of his life.&nbsp;

He died Friday evening, October 30, 2020, at Maple Heights Nursing Home in Hiawatha with family by his side.

Don attended Arnold country school prior to graduating from Highland High School with the class of 1948.&nbsp; He graduated from Highland Junior College in 1950 before graduating from Kansas State University at Manhattan in 1952 with a bachelor’s degree in agriculture engineering and architecture.&nbsp; While he was at K State, he served in the Marine Corps Reserve for a year.&nbsp; He then enlisted in the Marine Corps in 1953 and served until 1956, serving during the Korean Conflict, discharged at the rank of sergeant.&nbsp; He returned to Highland where he farmed for a few years.&nbsp; Don later worked many years as a mechanic, for his sister and brother in law, Beverly &amp; Tom Miller with Miller Implement, Highland John Deere dealer, until it closed in 1989.&nbsp; He then did farm work for Harold Sommers northeast of Robinson for a number of years before retiring.

Don was a dedicated member of Highland United Methodist Presbyterian Church where through the years, was active on the Church board.&nbsp; He, along with his mother, were very faithful about attending Bible study groups.&nbsp; He was a longtime member of Smithton Lodge #1, AF&amp;AM of Highland, and had delivered meals on wheels to Highland area residents for many years.&nbsp; Don volunteered many years to help put up and take down flags at the Highland Cemetery for Memorial Day observance.&nbsp; He was an active member at Highland Senior Citizens Center.

Survivors include his sister Beverly Miller, his twin sister Donna Keebler (Keith) all of Highland, with numerous nieces and nephews.

Don was preceded in death by his parents, brother in law Tom Miller, nephew Tim Keebler, great-nephews Nathan Keebler and Matthew Keebler.

Friends may call at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Highland from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. Tuesday where the family may be present at times.

A Celebration of Don’s life is planned for 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, November 3, at the Highland United Methodist-Presbyterian Church, with Kevin Rea and Jerry Petering officiating.&nbsp; Masonic Honors a courtesy of Smithton Lodge #1.&nbsp; Military honors will be a courtesy of the Marine Corps, and Brown County Veterans Honor Guard.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Church Memorial Fund, Highland Senior Citizens Center, or Highland EMT Association, which may be sent in care of the funeral home, PO Box 33, 66035.

Services will be broadcast live at the Facebook group page:&nbsp; Chapel Oaks Funeral Home Hiawatha &amp; Highland KS&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;MASKS AND SOCIAL DISTANCING PREFERRED

Donald Edward Utz was born August 11, 1930, just northwest of Highland, one of three children of Lawrence Lee and August (Gussie) Elder Utz and had lived near Highland all of his life.&nbsp;He died Friday evening, October 30, 2020, at Maple Heights Nursing Home in Hiawatha with family by his side.Don attended Arnold country school prior to graduating from Highland High School with the class of 1948.&nbsp; He graduated from Highland Junior College in 1950 before graduating from Kansas State University at Manhattan in 1952 with a bachelor’s degree in agriculture engineering and architecture.&nbsp; While he was at K State, he served in the Marine Corps Reserve for a year.&nbsp; He then enlisted in the Marine Corps in 1953 and served until 1956, serving during the Korean Conflict, discharged at the rank of sergeant.&nbsp; He returned to Highland where he farmed for a few years.&nbsp; Don later worked many years as a mechanic, for his sister and brother in law, Beverly &amp; Tom Miller with Miller Implement, Highland John Deere dealer, until it closed in 1989.&nbsp; He then did farm work for Harold Sommers northeast of Robinson for a number of years before retiring.Don was a dedicated member of Highland United Methodist Presbyterian Church where through the years, was active on the Church board.&nbsp; He, along with his mother, were very faithful about attending Bible study groups.&nbsp; He was a longtime member of Smithton Lodge #1, AF&amp;AM of Highland, and had delivered meals on wheels to Highland area residents for many years.&nbsp; Don volunteered many years to help put up and take down flags at the Highland Cemetery for Memorial Day observance.&nbsp; He was an active member at Highland Senior Citizens Center.Survivors include his sister Beverly Miller, his twin sister Donna Keebler (Keith) all of Highland, with numerous nieces and nephews.Don was preceded in death by his parents, brother in law Tom Miller, nephew Tim Keebler, great-nephews Nathan Keebler and Matthew Keebler.Friends may call at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Highland from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. Tuesday where the family may be present at times.A Celebration of Don’s life is planned for 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, November 3, at the Highland United Methodist-Presbyterian Church, with Kevin Rea and Jerry Petering officiating.&nbsp; Masonic Honors a courtesy of Smithton Lodge #1.&nbsp; Military honors will be a courtesy of the Marine Corps, and Brown County Veterans Honor Guard.Memorial contributions are suggested to the Church Memorial Fund, Highland Senior Citizens Center, or Highland EMT Association, which may be sent in care of the funeral home, PO Box 33, 66035.A message may be sent to the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com/">www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com</a>Services will be broadcast live at the Facebook group page:&nbsp; Chapel Oaks Funeral Home Hiawatha &amp; Highland KS&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;MASKS AND SOCIAL DISTANCING PREFERRED<figure>
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Donald Edward Utz  1930 - 2020

Donna Lee Bunnell, 77, of St. Joseph, Mo. passed away Thursday, October 29th, 2020 at St Luke’s Northland Hospital in Kansas City, Mo.

Donna was born on February 25th, 1943 in Brooks, Ia. to Anna and Wilbur Faulk. Donna spent her childhood years in Maitland, Mo. where she was a member of the High School Basketball team before eventually moving to St. Joseph, Mo. There she would meet Wayne C. Bunnell while working as a waitress at the Victory Cafe. The two would marry on April 15th, 1961 and have two daughters, Talisa Ann in 1962 and Judy Lynn in 1967. Donna and Wayne would be married for 28 years before Wayne’s passing in 1989. Donna would live in St. Joseph for a number of years, eventually moving to Kansas City for the remainder of her life.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Donna enjoyed many things in her life. She was an accomplished artist, having one of her many paintings hung in the Maitland Bank. She also loved cake decorating, sewing and quilting.&nbsp; She owned her own catering business, and worked as a Retail Manager for over 14 years.&nbsp; However, her true passion was her family. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. Whether it was playing mini-golf and sharing root beer floats or watching the ball drop on New Year’s Eve, Donna would take every opportunity to share love and laughter with her grandchildren. She made everyone in her life feel special.

Donna was preceded in death by her parents, husband, brother (Jerry Faulk), sisters (Doris Gallagher and Patricia Chaney) and friend Sparky.

Donna is survived by her brother Gary (Doris) Faulk, her daughters, Talisa (Chris) Maris and Judy (Robert) Pritchett, her step son Gary (Sally) Bunnell, her grandchildren Caleb (Angelique) Maris, Hannah (Neil) Maris Galas, Jacob Pritchett, Mark (Diana) Bunnell, 5 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

&nbsp;Funeral services will be held at 1pm on Thursday, November 5th, at King City Cemetery in King City, Mo.&nbsp; Friends and family are welcome to attend.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Donna Lee Bunnell, 77, of St. Joseph, Mo. passed away Thursday, October 29th, 2020 at St Luke’s Northland Hospital in Kansas City, Mo.Donna was born on February 25th, 1943 in Brooks, Ia. to Anna and Wilbur Faulk. Donna spent her childhood years in Maitland, Mo. where she was a member of the High School Basketball team before eventually moving to St. Joseph, Mo. There she would meet Wayne C. Bunnell while working as a waitress at the Victory Cafe. The two would marry on April 15th, 1961 and have two daughters, Talisa Ann in 1962 and Judy Lynn in 1967. Donna and Wayne would be married for 28 years before Wayne’s passing in 1989. Donna would live in St. Joseph for a number of years, eventually moving to Kansas City for the remainder of her life.&nbsp;&nbsp;Donna enjoyed many things in her life. She was an accomplished artist, having one of her many paintings hung in the Maitland Bank. She also loved cake decorating, sewing and quilting.&nbsp; She owned her own catering business, and worked as a Retail Manager for over 14 years.&nbsp; However, her true passion was her family. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. Whether it was playing mini-golf and sharing root beer floats or watching the ball drop on New Year’s Eve, Donna would take every opportunity to share love and laughter with her grandchildren. She made everyone in her life feel special.Donna was preceded in death by her parents, husband, brother (Jerry Faulk), sisters (Doris Gallagher and Patricia Chaney) and friend Sparky.Donna is survived by her brother Gary (Doris) Faulk, her daughters, Talisa (Chris) Maris and Judy (Robert) Pritchett, her step son Gary (Sally) Bunnell, her grandchildren Caleb (Angelique) Maris, Hannah (Neil) Maris Galas, Jacob Pritchett, Mark (Diana) Bunnell, 5 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.&nbsp;Funeral services will be held at 1pm on Thursday, November 5th, at King City Cemetery in King City, Mo.&nbsp; Friends and family are welcome to attend.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Donna Lee Bunnell  1943 - 2020

Donald Lee Heath, 97 of St Joseph, Missouri formerly of King City, went to be with the Lord, Tuesday, October 27, 2020.

Born October 1, 1923 in Cosby, MO to Charles W. and Edna (Gnuschke) Heath. Donald graduated from King City High School in 1941. He married his high school sweetheart Norene Mallory on September 17, 1944 and celebrated nearly 74 years together. A few weeks after the wedding he left for the Navy and WWII. He served as a Quarter Master on a Landing Craft Infantry (LCI) ship in the Philippines. Donald had a lifelong love of agriculture. He farmed from the age of 12 when he rented his first field for a corn crop and planted using mules. He was so happy when tractors came out. He was active in the Northwest Missouri Angus Association for 30 years and a member of the American Legion and Masonic Lodge. At the First Christian Church of King City, he served as Sunday School Superintendent, Deacon and an Elder. He was currently a member of Wyatt Park Christian Church.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; son, Steven Heath; infant son, Joseph Heath; sister and brother-in-law, Dorothy and Dale Boyer.

Donald is survived by daughter, Susan Heath of St. Joseph; son, John (Janice) Heath of Lincoln, NE.; granddaughters, Kallie (Brad) Schlange, Wichita, KS; Kasey Heath (fiance Sam Riebel) Waukee, IA and Kenna (Seth) Majerus, Lincoln, NE; and niece, Debbie (Steve) Nickell, Stanberry, MO and nephew Rod (Kay) Boyer, Port Aransas, TX.

The family would like to thank Carriage Square and Freudenthal Home Health &amp; Hospice.

Private Graveside Farewell Services &amp; Inurnment King City Cemetery. The family will gather with friends from 2:00 to 4:00 P.M., Monday at the Tri-County Alternative Energy Education Visitor Center, 604 N. Grand Avenue, King City MO. The family requests that anyone attending the visitation wear a mask and practice social distancing. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to Wyatt Park Christian Church or First Christian Church, King City, Missouri. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Donald Lee Heath, 97 of St Joseph, Missouri formerly of King City, went to be with the Lord, Tuesday, October 27, 2020. Born October 1, 1923 in Cosby, MO to Charles W. and Edna (Gnuschke) Heath. Donald graduated from King City High School in 1941. He married his high school sweetheart Norene Mallory on September 17, 1944 and celebrated nearly 74 years together. A few weeks after the wedding he left for the Navy and WWII. He served as a Quarter Master on a Landing Craft Infantry (LCI) ship in the Philippines. Donald had a lifelong love of agriculture. He farmed from the age of 12 when he rented his first field for a corn crop and planted using mules. He was so happy when tractors came out. He was active in the Northwest Missouri Angus Association for 30 years and a member of the American Legion and Masonic Lodge. At the First Christian Church of King City, he served as Sunday School Superintendent, Deacon and an Elder. He was currently a member of Wyatt Park Christian Church. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; son, Steven Heath; infant son, Joseph Heath; sister and brother-in-law, Dorothy and Dale Boyer. Donald is survived by daughter, Susan Heath of St. Joseph; son, John (Janice) Heath of Lincoln, NE.; granddaughters, Kallie (Brad) Schlange, Wichita, KS; Kasey Heath (fiance Sam Riebel) Waukee, IA and Kenna (Seth) Majerus, Lincoln, NE; and niece, Debbie (Steve) Nickell, Stanberry, MO and nephew Rod (Kay) Boyer, Port Aransas, TX. The family would like to thank Carriage Square and Freudenthal Home Health &amp; Hospice. Private Graveside Farewell Services &amp; Inurnment King City Cemetery. The family will gather with friends from 2:00 to 4:00 P.M., Monday at the Tri-County Alternative Energy Education Visitor Center, 604 N. Grand Avenue, King City MO. The family requests that anyone attending the visitation wear a mask and practice social distancing. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to Wyatt Park Christian Church or First Christian Church, King City, Missouri. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Donald Lee Heath  1923 - 2020

Jose Rivera, 43, Norfolk, Nebraska, passed away Wednesday, October 28, 2020.

He was born July 31, 1977 in Brooklyn, New York to Jose and Anne (Tankos) Rivera. Jose married Stephanie Osborn.

He was preceded in death by his father, and twin brother, Jose Antonio Rivera.

Additional survivors include his mother; children, Katisha Rivera, Manuel Jeremy Rivera, Olivia Rivera, Lillian Rivera; siblings, Louis Gonzalez (Shanna), Wilfredo Gonzalez (Tanisha), Anthony Rivera and Jiomida McBean (Jose Luis Cruze).

Visitation 3:00-5:00 P.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to the funeral home to help defray funeral expenses. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jose Rivera, 43, Norfolk, Nebraska, passed away Wednesday, October 28, 2020. He was born July 31, 1977 in Brooklyn, New York to Jose and Anne (Tankos) Rivera. Jose married Stephanie Osborn. He was preceded in death by his father, and twin brother, Jose Antonio Rivera. Additional survivors include his mother; children, Katisha Rivera, Manuel Jeremy Rivera, Olivia Rivera, Lillian Rivera; siblings, Louis Gonzalez (Shanna), Wilfredo Gonzalez (Tanisha), Anthony Rivera and Jiomida McBean (Jose Luis Cruze). Visitation 3:00-5:00 P.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to the funeral home to help defray funeral expenses. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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