Irene M. Crowley, 97, was born May 5, 1923 and passed away February 17, 2021. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Viola Hoard; stepmother, Lilly Mae Hoard; her husband, Eugene Crowley, Sr.; brothers and sisters, Lewis H. Hoard, Nellie Johnson, Thelma Mabin, Wilhelmina Smith, William Hoard, Homer Hoard, Irving Hoard (“Big Boy”), Estina Hoard, Betty Jean Hoard, Laura M. Hoard, June Nance, Clementine Smith, Charles Hoard, Jerry Hoard, Edith Hoard, Darlene Hoard, Joy Hoard; and half-sister, Louise Caliup.

Irene attended Bartlett High School. She enjoyed playing bingo and was president of the Smart Sets social club.

She is survived by her daughter, Mary F. Rhyne; son, Eugene Crowley, Jr.; and a number of nieces and nephews.

Upon her request, there will be no services. Family would appreciate its privacy at this time.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Irene M. Crowley, 97, was born May 5, 1923 and passed away February 17, 2021. She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Viola Hoard; stepmother, Lilly Mae Hoard; her husband, Eugene Crowley, Sr.; brothers and sisters, Lewis H. Hoard, Nellie Johnson, Thelma Mabin, Wilhelmina Smith, William Hoard, Homer Hoard, Irving Hoard (“Big Boy”), Estina Hoard, Betty Jean Hoard, Laura M. Hoard, June Nance, Clementine Smith, Charles Hoard, Jerry Hoard, Edith Hoard, Darlene Hoard, Joy Hoard; and half-sister, Louise Caliup. Irene attended Bartlett High School. She enjoyed playing bingo and was president of the Smart Sets social club. She is survived by her daughter, Mary F. Rhyne; son, Eugene Crowley, Jr.; and a number of nieces and nephews. Upon her request, there will be no services. Family would appreciate its privacy at this time.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Irene M. Crowley  1923 - 2021

Vernelle Linch was the fourth daughter and last child born to George and Velma (Warrick) Linch on June 8, 1919 near Clarksdale, Missouri at the old Linch estate. Even though the family had moved to St. Joseph, her mother wanted her to be born in the country. Her mother, Vernelle and her older sisters returned to their brick home at 122 North 4th in St. Joseph when Vernelle was 6 months old.

She continued to live there with her family. Enos Warrick (Vernelle’s grandfather) walked five-year-old Vernelle to Washington School and instructed them to enroll her in the first grade. She often walked home from school with several prominent St. Joseph figures, True Davis, Walter and George Roth, and Walter Jaggers. She graduated from eighth grade at Washington and four years later graduated from Central High School. Her parents had moved to a home on Frederick Avenue.

Upon graduation from St. Joseph’s Junior College, she received a loan from the president of the St. Joseph School Board so that she could attend summer school at Northwest Missouri State College (now University). In the fall, she moved to Cosby, Missouri to teach music to junior high school students, and third grade. She taught in Cosby for 2 years, returning to college during the summers. In 1941, after completing her degree, Vernelle began teaching first grade at Lindbergh Elementary School and later at Humboldt Elementary School. She spent most of her teaching career at Edison Elementary School teaching first grade. She retired in 1987, after a long career. She continued to volunteer at Edison until 2011.

Vernelle was in many organizations in St. Joseph. She was a life-long member of the Missouri Teachers Association, Retired Teachers Association, Delta Kappa Gamma, and P.E.O.

She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Velma Linch; her sisters, Phyllis (Dr. William) Lenz, Meredith (Woody) Woodman, and Frieda (Howard) Ross.

Survivors include a nephew, Philip Lenz, and his three sons, Jason (Angie), Mike (Sherry), and Matt (Rebecca); a niece, Lenny Ashley, and her daughters, Meredith Breuer, Lori Hays, and Melissa Westbrook. Richard and Leveda White were Vernelle’s special friends, as were the families she taught and worked with at Edison. She loved decorating every room of her large home during Christmas holidays and inviting everyone to come to her home. Patti and Charlie Burri and others would make sure that she would attend the monthly teachers’ lunches and meetings. We will all miss Miss Linch, a sweet, sweet soul.

Farewell Services and Public Livestream 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 12:30 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Flowers are appreciated.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Vernelle Linch was the fourth daughter and last child born to George and Velma (Warrick) Linch on June 8, 1919 near Clarksdale, Missouri at the old Linch estate. Even though the family had moved to St. Joseph, her mother wanted her to be born in the country. Her mother, Vernelle and her older sisters returned to their brick home at 122 North 4th in St. Joseph when Vernelle was 6 months old. She continued to live there with her family. Enos Warrick (Vernelle’s grandfather) walked five-year-old Vernelle to Washington School and instructed them to enroll her in the first grade. She often walked home from school with several prominent St. Joseph figures, True Davis, Walter and George Roth, and Walter Jaggers. She graduated from eighth grade at Washington and four years later graduated from Central High School. Her parents had moved to a home on Frederick Avenue. Upon graduation from St. Joseph’s Junior College, she received a loan from the president of the St. Joseph School Board so that she could attend summer school at Northwest Missouri State College (now University). In the fall, she moved to Cosby, Missouri to teach music to junior high school students, and third grade. She taught in Cosby for 2 years, returning to college during the summers. In 1941, after completing her degree, Vernelle began teaching first grade at Lindbergh Elementary School and later at Humboldt Elementary School. She spent most of her teaching career at Edison Elementary School teaching first grade. She retired in 1987, after a long career. She continued to volunteer at Edison until 2011. Vernelle was in many organizations in St. Joseph. She was a life-long member of the Missouri Teachers Association, Retired Teachers Association, Delta Kappa Gamma, and P.E.O. She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Velma Linch; her sisters, Phyllis (Dr. William) Lenz, Meredith (Woody) Woodman, and Frieda (Howard) Ross. Survivors include a nephew, Philip Lenz, and his three sons, Jason (Angie), Mike (Sherry), and Matt (Rebecca); a niece, Lenny Ashley, and her daughters, Meredith Breuer, Lori Hays, and Melissa Westbrook. Richard and Leveda White were Vernelle’s special friends, as were the families she taught and worked with at Edison. She loved decorating every room of her large home during Christmas holidays and inviting everyone to come to her home. Patti and Charlie Burri and others would make sure that she would attend the monthly teachers’ lunches and meetings. We will all miss Miss Linch, a sweet, sweet soul. Farewell Services and Public Livestream 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 12:30 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Flowers are appreciated.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Vernelle Illene Linch  1919 - 2021

Gary Eugene Stecher, 74, of Atchison KS died Tuesday, Feb. 16th, 2021 at the Medicalodge of Leavenworth, KS. Memorial services and visitation will be held at a later date. The body has been cremated and memorials are suggested to the First Christian Church and may be sent in care of the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home who is handling the arrangements. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com. Gary was born on August 11, 1946 in Lawrence, KS the son of Glen D. and Dolores (Jackson) Stecher. He graduated from Atchison High School in 1964 and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Emporia State University. Gary served in the United States Army in Germany 1967-1969. He worked as an accountant for his father’s accounting firm, Glen D. Stecher Accounting, Atchison, KS. He owned and operated the accounting firm following his father’s retirement until he sold the business and retired in 2011. Gary was a member of the Methodist Church, the VFW Post # 1175, was a lifetime member of the NRA, Atchison Bass Club, and Atchison Roping Club. He was an Eagle Scout, and member of the Tribe of Mic-O-Say. He served as a former Unit Commissioner for the Kanza District, Pony Express Council, BSA. Gary enjoyed fishing, hunting, and spending time with his grandchildren. He was married to Linda Ware on May 16, 1971. He is survived by his wife, Linda. Additional survivors include two sons Michael D. (Gina) Stecher, MD, Bainbridge Island, WA, and Tony R. (Rinda) Stecher, Council Grove, KS, a brother Mark (Mary) Stecher, Atchison, KS and four grandchildren; Aiden, Talon, Jackson, and Scarlett Stecher. His parents preceded him in death.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Gary Eugene Stecher, 74, of Atchison KS died Tuesday, Feb. 16th, 2021 at the Medicalodge of Leavenworth, KS. Memorial services and visitation will be held at a later date. The body has been cremated and memorials are suggested to the First Christian Church and may be sent in care of the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home who is handling the arrangements. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com. Gary was born on August 11, 1946 in Lawrence, KS the son of Glen D. and Dolores (Jackson) Stecher. He graduated from Atchison High School in 1964 and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Emporia State University. Gary served in the United States Army in Germany 1967-1969. He worked as an accountant for his father’s accounting firm, Glen D. Stecher Accounting, Atchison, KS. He owned and operated the accounting firm following his father’s retirement until he sold the business and retired in 2011. Gary was a member of the Methodist Church, the VFW Post # 1175, was a lifetime member of the NRA, Atchison Bass Club, and Atchison Roping Club. He was an Eagle Scout, and member of the Tribe of Mic-O-Say. He served as a former Unit Commissioner for the Kanza District, Pony Express Council, BSA. Gary enjoyed fishing, hunting, and spending time with his grandchildren. He was married to Linda Ware on May 16, 1971. He is survived by his wife, Linda. Additional survivors include two sons Michael D. (Gina) Stecher, MD, Bainbridge Island, WA, and Tony R. (Rinda) Stecher, Council Grove, KS, a brother Mark (Mary) Stecher, Atchison, KS and four grandchildren; Aiden, Talon, Jackson, and Scarlett Stecher. His parents preceded him in death.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Gary Eugene Stecher  1946 - 2021

Bette A. Munger 63, of Saint Joseph, passed away after a brief but courageous battle with Bladder Cancer on Thursday, February 18, 2021 at Mosaic Life Caret. 

Bette was born on November 17, 1957 in St. Joseph, not to be confused with the 1958 birthdate she liked to fool some of her friends with. Sorry mom, but the cat has been finally let out of the ages old bag. She married her ‘Tootsie” Terry L. Munger on November 18, 1975. He survives of the home. Bette was a jack of all trades and master of all, according to her anyways. From working at companies such as Custom Cable, Sherwood Medical, and Johnson Controls to stripping tobacco, spot welding at a Donaldsons in Chillicothe, TSA Agent at KCI, to her final career of being a CNA at Vintage Gardens taking care of residents, going above and beyond as if they were her own family. She was a mushroom hunter, river fisher, squirrel feeder, animal saver, &nbsp;hitchhiker picker upper, mole hunter, give a stranger the shirt off of her back spitfire of a woman, whose flame burned hot and bright, and not anywhere near long enough for those of us who are devastated by the loss of this crazy woman we loved so much. She loved summer, yard work, spending time with her 5 grandkids, and her bulldog Chopper.

She is preceded in death by her favorite uncle Jerry D Porter and Grandpa “Pop” Opal Porter. Brothers, Pat Klepees and John Klepees.

She is survived by her husband, Terry L. Munger, and grandsons: Gaige Munger, Aiden Dale, and Corbin Dale of the home. Daughters Tiffany (Randy) Crews, Abilene Texas and Erin (James) Ganote St. Joseph, granddaughters, Jessie and Coraline Ganote, sisters, Judy Saslow, Joy Shefflitt, and Karen Poirer, and brothers, Michael and Jeff Klepees. 

Per her request, we reluctantly are forgoing any memorial services. She will be cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home and donations may be directed to the funeral home in her name to help extend the care of her 3 grandsons in her home.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Bette A. Munger 63, of Saint Joseph, passed away after a brief but courageous battle with Bladder Cancer on Thursday, February 18, 2021 at Mosaic Life Caret. Bette was born on November 17, 1957 in St. Joseph, not to be confused with the 1958 birthdate she liked to fool some of her friends with. Sorry mom, but the cat has been finally let out of the ages old bag. She married her ‘Tootsie” Terry L. Munger on November 18, 1975. He survives of the home. Bette was a jack of all trades and master of all, according to her anyways. From working at companies such as Custom Cable, Sherwood Medical, and Johnson Controls to stripping tobacco, spot welding at a Donaldsons in Chillicothe, TSA Agent at KCI, to her final career of being a CNA at Vintage Gardens taking care of residents, going above and beyond as if they were her own family. She was a mushroom hunter, river fisher, squirrel feeder, animal saver, &nbsp;hitchhiker picker upper, mole hunter, give a stranger the shirt off of her back spitfire of a woman, whose flame burned hot and bright, and not anywhere near long enough for those of us who are devastated by the loss of this crazy woman we loved so much. She loved summer, yard work, spending time with her 5 grandkids, and her bulldog Chopper. She is preceded in death by her favorite uncle Jerry D Porter and Grandpa “Pop” Opal Porter. Brothers, Pat Klepees and John Klepees. She is survived by her husband, Terry L. Munger, and grandsons: Gaige Munger, Aiden Dale, and Corbin Dale of the home. Daughters Tiffany (Randy) Crews, Abilene Texas and Erin (James) Ganote St. Joseph, granddaughters, Jessie and Coraline Ganote, sisters, Judy Saslow, Joy Shefflitt, and Karen Poirer, and brothers, Michael and Jeff Klepees. Per her request, we reluctantly are forgoing any memorial services. She will be cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home and donations may be directed to the funeral home in her name to help extend the care of her 3 grandsons in her home.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Bette Ann Munger  1957 - 2021

Robert Douglas Simpson 78, Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, February 17, 2021 in Saint Joseph. 

He was born December 2, 1942 in St. Joseph. Doug was an appliance salesman for Sears and Walmart. 

He was preceded in death by wife, Sharon Lee Simpson, father, Robert Simpson, and mother, Doris Maxine Mayes. 

Survivors include son, Michael A Simpson, St Joseph, MO, and sister, Deborah (Rick) Sine. 

Cremation under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. There are no scheduled visitation or memorial services at this time.&nbsp;

Robert Douglas Simpson 78, Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, February 17, 2021 in Saint Joseph. He was born December 2, 1942 in St. Joseph. Doug was an appliance salesman for Sears and Walmart. He was preceded in death by wife, Sharon Lee Simpson, father, Robert Simpson, and mother, Doris Maxine Mayes. Survivors include son, Michael A Simpson, St Joseph, MO, and sister, Deborah (Rick) Sine. Cremation under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. There are no scheduled visitation or memorial services at this time.&nbsp;

Robert Doug Douglas Simpson  1942 - 2021

Beverly Ann Kincaid 89, of Independence, Missouri, formerly of St. Joseph, passed away Tuesday, February 16, 2021 at Centerpoint Medical Center in Independence, MO. 

She was born June 12, 1931 in St. Joseph, daughter of Bertha and Alfred Braman. She married Tommy Kincaid, who preceded her in death in 2009. Beverly was an avid book reader and enjoyed collecting first editions. She also loved horses. 

Beverly was preceded in death by her husband, Tommy Kincaid, her parents, daughter, Carol Frazier, siblings, Fern Fattig, Alfred Braman Jr., Eugene Braman, Opal Porter, and grandson, Adam Nordin. 

Survivors include, son, Mike (Debbie) Kincaid of Montrose, CO, son, Kenneth Nordin of Arkansas, daughter, Darla (Pamela) Camarillo of Independence, MO, and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and nieces and nephews.

Graveside Funeral Services and Interment will be at 2:30 p.m. Monday, February 22, 2021 at Memorial Park Cemetery. Reverend Jim Barnett officiating. Visitation will be from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. Monday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Memorials are requested to the Alzheimer's Association.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Beverly Ann Kincaid 89, of Independence, Missouri, formerly of St. Joseph, passed away Tuesday, February 16, 2021 at Centerpoint Medical Center in Independence, MO. She was born June 12, 1931 in St. Joseph, daughter of Bertha and Alfred Braman. She married Tommy Kincaid, who preceded her in death in 2009. Beverly was an avid book reader and enjoyed collecting first editions. She also loved horses. Beverly was preceded in death by her husband, Tommy Kincaid, her parents, daughter, Carol Frazier, siblings, Fern Fattig, Alfred Braman Jr., Eugene Braman, Opal Porter, and grandson, Adam Nordin. Survivors include, son, Mike (Debbie) Kincaid of Montrose, CO, son, Kenneth Nordin of Arkansas, daughter, Darla (Pamela) Camarillo of Independence, MO, and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and nieces and nephews. Graveside Funeral Services and Interment will be at 2:30 p.m. Monday, February 22, 2021 at Memorial Park Cemetery. Reverend Jim Barnett officiating. Visitation will be from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. Monday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Memorials are requested to the Alzheimer's Association.&nbsp; &nbsp;<figure>
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Beverly Kincaid  1931 - 2021

Eleanor Rose Koenig, of rural Hiawatha, died Wednesday afternoon, February 17, 2021, at Maple Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Hiawatha.&nbsp; She was 91.&nbsp; Eleanor was born at Salem, Nebraska, June 3, 1929, one of two children born to Marcus Harrison Sr. and Rosa Freda Harring Bates.&nbsp; The family moved to a farm north of Hamlin where she attended country school, &nbsp;later graduating from Hamlin High School with the class of 1948.

She married Jubal Koenig after a short courtship, June 27, 1948, at Zion Evangelical and Reformed Church at Falls City.&nbsp; Both she and Jubal had a strong work ethic.&nbsp; She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother in later years.&nbsp; The work ethic factored in that she loved the farm and farm life!&nbsp; Eleanor not only took excellent care of her family, but her animals as well.&nbsp; They operated a dairy farm all of their married life north of Hiawatha.&nbsp; She knew the name of every milk cow, it’s off spring, all the white keeping the records.&nbsp; She loved being in the barn milking, and caring for the calves.&nbsp; After they retired in 1988, they so enjoyed traveling all across the United States including Alaska.&nbsp; Jubal died November 11, 2013.&nbsp; She was also preceded in death by her parents, and her brother Marcus Jr.

Eleanor was devoted her horses, caring for them, being out in nature, enjoying the simple things in life.&nbsp; The enjoyed the trail rides at Indian Cave State Park, with the Hiawatha Saddle Club members.&nbsp; One of her favorite quotes is “what will be will be.”&nbsp; She had a favorite fishing spot at their farm pond, occasionally walking down with a cane fishing pole, usually returning with a mess of fish.

&nbsp; She was a longtime member of Bethany United Church of Christ of Hiawatha.&nbsp; Eleanor would take the kids so they could be a part of Sunday school, returning back to the farm to complete chores.&nbsp; She also was a member DHIA (Dairy Herd Improvement Assn.) for many years.&nbsp; Their dairy operation received the Kansas DHIA Production Award.

Survivors include her children:&nbsp;&nbsp; Gerol Moore (John), Rick Koenig (Cathy) and Michael Koenig, all of Hiawatha; 10 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren.

Friends may call at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Tuesday

Private Family Service will be held Wednesday, February 24, at the Bethany United Church of Christ.&nbsp; Shane Spangler will officiate.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow at the Hamlin Cemetery.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Bethany United Church of Christ, Brown County Humane Society or Hope Brown County, which may be sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th&nbsp;St., Hiawatha 66434.

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Eleanor Rose Koenig, of rural Hiawatha, died Wednesday afternoon, February 17, 2021, at Maple Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Hiawatha.&nbsp; She was 91.&nbsp; Eleanor was born at Salem, Nebraska, June 3, 1929, one of two children born to Marcus Harrison Sr. and Rosa Freda Harring Bates.&nbsp; The family moved to a farm north of Hamlin where she attended country school, &nbsp;later graduating from Hamlin High School with the class of 1948.She married Jubal Koenig after a short courtship, June 27, 1948, at Zion Evangelical and Reformed Church at Falls City.&nbsp; Both she and Jubal had a strong work ethic.&nbsp; She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother in later years.&nbsp; The work ethic factored in that she loved the farm and farm life!&nbsp; Eleanor not only took excellent care of her family, but her animals as well.&nbsp; They operated a dairy farm all of their married life north of Hiawatha.&nbsp; She knew the name of every milk cow, it’s off spring, all the white keeping the records.&nbsp; She loved being in the barn milking, and caring for the calves.&nbsp; After they retired in 1988, they so enjoyed traveling all across the United States including Alaska.&nbsp; Jubal died November 11, 2013.&nbsp; She was also preceded in death by her parents, and her brother Marcus Jr.Eleanor was devoted her horses, caring for them, being out in nature, enjoying the simple things in life.&nbsp; The enjoyed the trail rides at Indian Cave State Park, with the Hiawatha Saddle Club members.&nbsp; One of her favorite quotes is “what will be will be.”&nbsp; She had a favorite fishing spot at their farm pond, occasionally walking down with a cane fishing pole, usually returning with a mess of fish.&nbsp; She was a longtime member of Bethany United Church of Christ of Hiawatha.&nbsp; Eleanor would take the kids so they could be a part of Sunday school, returning back to the farm to complete chores.&nbsp; She also was a member DHIA (Dairy Herd Improvement Assn.) for many years.&nbsp; Their dairy operation received the Kansas DHIA Production Award.Survivors include her children:&nbsp;&nbsp; Gerol Moore (John), Rick Koenig (Cathy) and Michael Koenig, all of Hiawatha; 10 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren.Friends may call at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. TuesdayPrivate Family Service will be held Wednesday, February 24, at the Bethany United Church of Christ.&nbsp; Shane Spangler will officiate.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow at the Hamlin Cemetery.Memorial contributions are suggested to Bethany United Church of Christ, Brown County Humane Society or Hope Brown County, which may be sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th&nbsp;St., Hiawatha 66434.&nbsp;Please remember the families during this critical time with a card or note of remembrance sent to the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com/">www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com</a><figure>
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Eleanor Rose Koenig  1929 - 2021

MamieKay Berkemeier, 78, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, February 15, 2021.

She was born April 1, 1942 in Quincy, Illinois to Ray and Theresa (Derks) Sharp.

MamieKay was proud to be a member of St. James Catholic Church in St. Joseph, Missouri and a Mountie of Mount St. Scholastica Academy. She was a loving mother, grandmother and friend.

MamieKay was preceded in death by her parents.

Survivors include her sons, Michael Berkemeier (Rosie), Paul Berkemeier (Laura Lee), Nick Berkemeier (Cassie); grandchildren, Catie, Laney, Courtney, James, John Daniel; brother, David Sharp; many extended family and friends.

Mass of Christian Burial 1:00 P.M. Monday, Horigan Chapel. Interment Mount Olivet Cemetery. Parish Rosary 11:00 to 11:30 A.M., Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. The family will gather with friends 11:30 A.M. to 12:30 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to Mount St. Scholastica Benedictine Sisters, 801 S. 8th St, Atchison, Kansas 66002.&nbsp;&nbsp;

MamieKay Berkemeier, 78, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, February 15, 2021. She was born April 1, 1942 in Quincy, Illinois to Ray and Theresa (Derks) Sharp. MamieKay was proud to be a member of St. James Catholic Church in St. Joseph, Missouri and a Mountie of Mount St. Scholastica Academy. She was a loving mother, grandmother and friend. MamieKay was preceded in death by her parents. Survivors include her sons, Michael Berkemeier (Rosie), Paul Berkemeier (Laura Lee), Nick Berkemeier (Cassie); grandchildren, Catie, Laney, Courtney, James, John Daniel; brother, David Sharp; many extended family and friends. Mass of Christian Burial 1:00 P.M. Monday, Horigan Chapel. Interment Mount Olivet Cemetery. Parish Rosary 11:00 to 11:30 A.M., Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. The family will gather with friends 11:30 A.M. to 12:30 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to Mount St. Scholastica Benedictine Sisters, 801 S. 8th St, Atchison, Kansas 66002.&nbsp;&nbsp;

MamieKay Berkemeier  1942 - 2021

Brian D. Blackmon, 49, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, February 15, 2021.

He was born January 26, 1972 in Kansas City Missouri. He lived most of his life in St. Joseph.

He was the life of the party wherever he worked. He never met a stranger and everyone knew him as “BB.”

Brian enjoyed watching the Chiefs, detailing cars, cleaning, and cooking – especially his hot tamale pie. He loved spending time with his grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Jaliyah Blackmon; and grandmother, Dorothy Blackmon.

Survivors include his mother, Maizie Blackmon; children, Cyile Bliley, Myra Bernard, Zachary Bernard, Logan Cordonnier, Jayson Blackmon, and Angel Blackmon; grandchildren, Carter, Shane, Vera, Uhlaynee, and Kayden; sister, Monica Blackmon; brother, James Blackmon; aunt, Karen; and cousin, Angie Blackmon.

Services pending, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations to the funeral home to help with funeral expenses or to donate online, visit Brian’s Tribute page at www.meierhoffer.com and select Donate Now. The family also suggests donations to Voices of Courage Child Advocacy Center.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Brian D. Blackmon, 49, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, February 15, 2021. He was born January 26, 1972 in Kansas City Missouri. He lived most of his life in St. Joseph. He was the life of the party wherever he worked. He never met a stranger and everyone knew him as “BB.” Brian enjoyed watching the Chiefs, detailing cars, cleaning, and cooking – especially his hot tamale pie. He loved spending time with his grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Jaliyah Blackmon; and grandmother, Dorothy Blackmon. Survivors include his mother, Maizie Blackmon; children, Cyile Bliley, Myra Bernard, Zachary Bernard, Logan Cordonnier, Jayson Blackmon, and Angel Blackmon; grandchildren, Carter, Shane, Vera, Uhlaynee, and Kayden; sister, Monica Blackmon; brother, James Blackmon; aunt, Karen; and cousin, Angie Blackmon. Services pending, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations to the funeral home to help with funeral expenses or to donate online, visit Brian’s Tribute page at www.meierhoffer.com and select Donate Now. The family also suggests donations to Voices of Courage Child Advocacy Center.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Brian D. Blackmon  1972 - 2021

Bruce L. Phipps, 74, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, February 16, 2021.

He was born August 4, 1946 in Atlantic, Iowa to Arthur and Alice (Sampson) Phipps.

Bruce married Anna Imogene Smith June 28, 1969. She survives of the home.

He was employed with Blueside, later Prime Tanning for 32 years.

Bruce proudly served in the United States Air Force.

He enjoyed playing card games and cribbage.

Bruce was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Shelly Jean Phipps, Penny Phipps; brothers, Dennis, Curtis, J.D. and Charles Phipps.

Additional survivors include children, Rodney Muff and Kristy Francis-Muff, Christopher Phipps, Patrick and Patrea Phipps, Kimberly Duncan; grandchildren, Madison Francis-Muff and Delanie Phipps; brother, Ted Phipps; sister, Carol Miester-Canaday.

Farewell Services &amp; Public Livestream 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends one hour prior to the service, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Bruce L. Phipps, 74, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, February 16, 2021. He was born August 4, 1946 in Atlantic, Iowa to Arthur and Alice (Sampson) Phipps. Bruce married Anna Imogene Smith June 28, 1969. She survives of the home. He was employed with Blueside, later Prime Tanning for 32 years. Bruce proudly served in the United States Air Force. He enjoyed playing card games and cribbage. Bruce was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Shelly Jean Phipps, Penny Phipps; brothers, Dennis, Curtis, J.D. and Charles Phipps. Additional survivors include children, Rodney Muff and Kristy Francis-Muff, Christopher Phipps, Patrick and Patrea Phipps, Kimberly Duncan; grandchildren, Madison Francis-Muff and Delanie Phipps; brother, Ted Phipps; sister, Carol Miester-Canaday. Farewell Services &amp; Public Livestream 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends one hour prior to the service, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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&nbsp; Marlene Hilma Hebb was born November 6, 1957 in Greeley, Colorado to Rev. Richard and Myrene Bunge, and she died February 14, 2021 in Saint Joseph, Missouri.

Marlene grew up in Colorado and moved with her family to Kansas City, Missouri when she was in junior high. She was confirmed at Ruskin Heights Lutheran Church (Ruskin Heights, Missouri), where her father was a pastor, and she graduated from Ruskin High School. During her high school years, she was a member of the Kansas City Cowgirls. She also played clarinet in the band and sang in various choirs.

She attended Dana College in Blair, Nebraska and later earned a master’s degree in Art Education from the University of Missouri. She taught art in Missouri public schools for many years. When she moved to Saint Joseph, Missouri in 2000, she taught art at Neely Elementary School and later explored diverse career opportunities while meeting people from various walks of life. She was also an active member of First Lutheran Church. Throughout her life she was a free spirit, loved music, and showed compassion to all those she met. She enjoyed attending live concerts on Felix Square and other community events, going to Bunge and Larson reunions, saying daily prayers with her mother, caring for her horses and pets, exploring new places, and spending time with her two daughters. enjoyed

She is preceded in death by her father, Rev. Richard Bunge. 

She is survived by her mother, Myrene Harriet Bunge (maiden name Larson); her three siblings, Marcia J. Bunge, John E. Bunge, and James R. Bunge; her two children, Marissa Jones and Deidra Hebb; and her son-in-law, Alex Burns.

There will be an online memorial service via Zoom on Saturday, February 27 at 11:00 A.M. hosted by First Lutheran Church in Saint Joseph, Missouri. Please look for information about the Zoom link for the memorial service on Marlene Hebb’s Facebook page or the webpage of First Lutheran Church (flcsj.org)

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests sending donations to the following organizations in Saint Joseph, Missouri: The Crossing, the Animal Shelter, or First Lutheran Church.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; Marlene Hilma Hebb was born November 6, 1957 in Greeley, Colorado to Rev. Richard and Myrene Bunge, and she died February 14, 2021 in Saint Joseph, Missouri. Marlene grew up in Colorado and moved with her family to Kansas City, Missouri when she was in junior high. She was confirmed at Ruskin Heights Lutheran Church (Ruskin Heights, Missouri), where her father was a pastor, and she graduated from Ruskin High School. During her high school years, she was a member of the Kansas City Cowgirls. She also played clarinet in the band and sang in various choirs. She attended Dana College in Blair, Nebraska and later earned a master’s degree in Art Education from the University of Missouri. She taught art in Missouri public schools for many years. When she moved to Saint Joseph, Missouri in 2000, she taught art at Neely Elementary School and later explored diverse career opportunities while meeting people from various walks of life. She was also an active member of First Lutheran Church. Throughout her life she was a free spirit, loved music, and showed compassion to all those she met. She enjoyed attending live concerts on Felix Square and other community events, going to Bunge and Larson reunions, saying daily prayers with her mother, caring for her horses and pets, exploring new places, and spending time with her two daughters. enjoyed She is preceded in death by her father, Rev. Richard Bunge. She is survived by her mother, Myrene Harriet Bunge (maiden name Larson); her three siblings, Marcia J. Bunge, John E. Bunge, and James R. Bunge; her two children, Marissa Jones and Deidra Hebb; and her son-in-law, Alex Burns. There will be an online memorial service via Zoom on Saturday, February 27 at 11:00 A.M. hosted by First Lutheran Church in Saint Joseph, Missouri. Please look for information about the Zoom link for the memorial service on Marlene Hebb’s Facebook page or the webpage of First Lutheran Church (flcsj.org) In lieu of flowers, the family suggests sending donations to the following organizations in Saint Joseph, Missouri: The Crossing, the Animal Shelter, or First Lutheran Church.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Marlene Hebb  1957 - 2021

Joan Ann (Cooper) Knapp 88, of St. Joseph, MO passed away peacefully Tuesday, February 16, 2021 in St. Joseph, MO with her family by her side. 

She was born August 25, 1932 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of the late Oleva and Charles F. Cooper, the eldest of 5 children. She graduated from St. Patrick's Grade School in 1946, Convent of the Sacred Heart High School graduating in 1950, then attended Platte Business College in 1951 and worked at Ross-Frazier Supply Company. She married Roger E. Knapp on May 30, 1953 at St. Patrick's Catholic Church.

Joan was the beloved mother of six children, homemaker, and a founding member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church which she loved and everyone in it.&nbsp; She was active in the Altar Society, Mary’s Friends and the Knights of Columbus Auxiliary, as well as a communion minister for over 25 years to the elderly. She loved her family and enjoyed traveling the world with her husband, especially visiting her son and grandchildren in Europe.&nbsp; She especially enjoyed homemade pies baked by Chris and Cheryl, eating Cindy’s famous cookies and loved attending her grandchildren’s school and sporting events.

She was preceded in death by son, Greg (Cindy) Knapp, her parents, and her brother Johnny (Kathy) Cooper. 

Survivors include husband, Roger Eugene Knapp of the home, daughters Chris (Bob) Den Ouden and Jeni (Todd) Griffee and son Tim (Cheryl) Knapp, all of St. Joseph.&nbsp; Sons Curtis (Nitsa) Knapp, Uppsala, Sweden, and Jeff (Susanne) Knapp, of San Jose, CA.&nbsp;

Grandchildren Laurie Ann Beach, Monica Knapp, Adam (Marta) Knapp, Yvonne, Nikki, and Roger Fotis Knapp, Stacey (Matt) Allen, Kelsey (Adam) Matthias, Taylor, Dylan and Paige Griffee, RaeAnna Joan Knapp, Aidan Knapp, Erin Knapp, Brenna (Colton) Saunders, and Kyle Knapp.&nbsp;

Great grandchildren Dominic Knapp, Hannah Beach, Emmet &amp; Freya Matthias, Ella, Nell &amp; Deacon Field.&nbsp; Brother, Charles L. Cooper, of Florida, sisters, Dolores (Richard) Reynozo, and Susan Pashik both of St. Joseph, MO.&nbsp;

The family will receive friends from 5-8 pm with a parish rosary to be prayed at 5:30pm Friday at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10:00 AM Saturday at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, Father Christian Malewski Celebrant. The Internment will be at Mount Olivet Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to St. Joseph Pregnancy Resource Center, Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church or Freudenthal Hospice who helped us so much. Online condolences and obituary at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ruppfuneral.com/">www.ruppfuneral.com</a>.&nbsp;

Joan Ann (Cooper) Knapp 88, of St. Joseph, MO passed away peacefully Tuesday, February 16, 2021 in St. Joseph, MO with her family by her side. She was born August 25, 1932 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of the late Oleva and Charles F. Cooper, the eldest of 5 children. She graduated from St. Patrick's Grade School in 1946, Convent of the Sacred Heart High School graduating in 1950, then attended Platte Business College in 1951 and worked at Ross-Frazier Supply Company. She married Roger E. Knapp on May 30, 1953 at St. Patrick's Catholic Church.Joan was the beloved mother of six children, homemaker, and a founding member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church which she loved and everyone in it.&nbsp; She was active in the Altar Society, Mary’s Friends and the Knights of Columbus Auxiliary, as well as a communion minister for over 25 years to the elderly. She loved her family and enjoyed traveling the world with her husband, especially visiting her son and grandchildren in Europe.&nbsp; She especially enjoyed homemade pies baked by Chris and Cheryl, eating Cindy’s famous cookies and loved attending her grandchildren’s school and sporting events.She was preceded in death by son, Greg (Cindy) Knapp, her parents, and her brother Johnny (Kathy) Cooper. Survivors include husband, Roger Eugene Knapp of the home, daughters Chris (Bob) Den Ouden and Jeni (Todd) Griffee and son Tim (Cheryl) Knapp, all of St. Joseph.&nbsp; Sons Curtis (Nitsa) Knapp, Uppsala, Sweden, and Jeff (Susanne) Knapp, of San Jose, CA.&nbsp;Grandchildren Laurie Ann Beach, Monica Knapp, Adam (Marta) Knapp, Yvonne, Nikki, and Roger Fotis Knapp, Stacey (Matt) Allen, Kelsey (Adam) Matthias, Taylor, Dylan and Paige Griffee, RaeAnna Joan Knapp, Aidan Knapp, Erin Knapp, Brenna (Colton) Saunders, and Kyle Knapp.&nbsp;Great grandchildren Dominic Knapp, Hannah Beach, Emmet &amp; Freya Matthias, Ella, Nell &amp; Deacon Field.&nbsp; Brother, Charles L. Cooper, of Florida, sisters, Dolores (Richard) Reynozo, and Susan Pashik both of St. Joseph, MO.&nbsp;The family will receive friends from 5-8 pm with a parish rosary to be prayed at 5:30pm Friday at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10:00 AM Saturday at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, Father Christian Malewski Celebrant. The Internment will be at Mount Olivet Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to St. Joseph Pregnancy Resource Center, Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church or Freudenthal Hospice who helped us so much. Online condolences and obituary at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ruppfuneral.com/">www.ruppfuneral.com</a>.&nbsp;<figure>
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Joan Ann Knapp  1932 - 2021

Jennifer Rae Jenkins 50, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Monday February 15, 2021 at her home. 

She was born April 15, 1970 in St. Joseph, Missouri daughter of the late Dena &amp; Gary Droz. She graduated from Central High School, and has worked at Triumph foods for the last four years. She loved having fun, going to the casino, spending time with her family and granddaughter. 

She is survived by: son, Devin Burchett, St. Joseph, MO, daughter, Lexie Droz, Amazonia, MO, granddaughter, Adalynn, and brother, Gary Droz of Saint Joseph, MO. 

The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm on Tuesday, memorial services following Tuesday, February 23, 2021 at 7:00 pm at the Rupp Funeral Home. She will be cremated under the care and direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

Jennifer Rae Jenkins 50, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Monday February 15, 2021 at her home. She was born April 15, 1970 in St. Joseph, Missouri daughter of the late Dena &amp; Gary Droz. She graduated from Central High School, and has worked at Triumph foods for the last four years. She loved having fun, going to the casino, spending time with her family and granddaughter. She is survived by: son, Devin Burchett, St. Joseph, MO, daughter, Lexie Droz, Amazonia, MO, granddaughter, Adalynn, and brother, Gary Droz of Saint Joseph, MO. The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm on Tuesday, memorial services following Tuesday, February 23, 2021 at 7:00 pm at the Rupp Funeral Home. She will be cremated under the care and direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com<figure>
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Jennifer Rae Jenkins  1970 - 2021

Bonnie Carol (Pitts) Wickham, of St. Joseph, Missouri, was born on July 17,1937 and passed away on Sunday, February 14, 2021 due to complications of COVID-19.&nbsp; She was 83 years old.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Ora and Ruth (Kuhnert) Pitts Berkshire and her sister Clara Eiman.&nbsp; Bonnie is survived by her three children, Janell (Jerry) Templeton of League City, TX, Brad (Brenda) Wickham of St. Joseph, MO, Michelle (Allan) Legault of Beaumont, TX, brother Jim Pitts (Joan) of DeKalb, MO and sister Geraldine Gillett of St. Joseph.&nbsp; She is also survived by 8 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.

Upon graduating from Benton High School, she attended Platt Gard Business College on a scholarship. Bonnie was a stay-at-home mother raising her family for many years.&nbsp; In 1982 she went to work at St. Joseph Convention &amp; Business Bureau until her retirement in 2005.

Memorial contributions may be made to Huffman United Methodist Church.

Visitation will be Friday, February 19, 2021 from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel.&nbsp; Services will be Saturday, February 20,2021 at 1:00 pm at the funeral home.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery.&nbsp;

Bonnie Carol (Pitts) Wickham, of St. Joseph, Missouri, was born on July 17,1937 and passed away on Sunday, February 14, 2021 due to complications of COVID-19.&nbsp; She was 83 years old.She was preceded in death by her parents, Ora and Ruth (Kuhnert) Pitts Berkshire and her sister Clara Eiman.&nbsp; Bonnie is survived by her three children, Janell (Jerry) Templeton of League City, TX, Brad (Brenda) Wickham of St. Joseph, MO, Michelle (Allan) Legault of Beaumont, TX, brother Jim Pitts (Joan) of DeKalb, MO and sister Geraldine Gillett of St. Joseph.&nbsp; She is also survived by 8 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.Upon graduating from Benton High School, she attended Platt Gard Business College on a scholarship. Bonnie was a stay-at-home mother raising her family for many years.&nbsp; In 1982 she went to work at St. Joseph Convention &amp; Business Bureau until her retirement in 2005.Memorial contributions may be made to Huffman United Methodist Church.Visitation will be Friday, February 19, 2021 from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel.&nbsp; Services will be Saturday, February 20,2021 at 1:00 pm at the funeral home.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery.&nbsp;<figure>
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Bonnie Carol (Pitts) Wickham  1937 - 2021

Margaret A. (Dye) Hart, 76, of Wathena, Kansas passed away Saturday, February 13, 2021 at the home of her son in Excelsior Springs, Missouri.

Margaret was born on April 23, 1944 in Industrial City, Missouri to Charles and Helen (Barton) Dye.&nbsp; She was a housewife.

Margaret is a member of the First Baptist Church in Wathena, Kansas.

She married Robert Hart on June 6, 1962 in Denver, Colorado.&nbsp; He survives of the home.

Margaret was preceded in death by her parents, 2 brothers: Duane and Darrell Dye.

Additional survivors include her children; Darren Hart (Kathy) of Excelsior Springs, MO

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Annette Francis (Allen) of St. Joseph, MO

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Charles Hart (Eric Dover) of St. Joseph, MO

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Brendi Howlett of St. Joseph, MO

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Brother, Victor Dye of Avenue City, MO

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 8 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews

FUNERAL:&nbsp; Thursday, February 18, 2021 – 11:00 A.M.

At: First Baptist Church in Wathena, Kansas

Visitation:&nbsp; family will receive friends Thursday from 10:00 A.M. until service time at the Church.&nbsp; Friends may call at the Harman Rohde funeral home in Wathena, Kansas after 9 A.M. &nbsp;Wednesday.

Memorials: In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials to the First Baptist Church c/o Harman Rohde Funeral Home P.O. Box 426 &nbsp;&nbsp;Wathena, KS&nbsp; 66090

Margaret A. (Dye) Hart, 76, of Wathena, Kansas passed away Saturday, February 13, 2021 at the home of her son in Excelsior Springs, Missouri.Margaret was born on April 23, 1944 in Industrial City, Missouri to Charles and Helen (Barton) Dye.&nbsp; She was a housewife.Margaret is a member of the First Baptist Church in Wathena, Kansas.She married Robert Hart on June 6, 1962 in Denver, Colorado.&nbsp; He survives of the home.Margaret was preceded in death by her parents, 2 brothers: Duane and Darrell Dye.Additional survivors include her children; Darren Hart (Kathy) of Excelsior Springs, MO&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Annette Francis (Allen) of St. Joseph, MO&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Charles Hart (Eric Dover) of St. Joseph, MO&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Brendi Howlett of St. Joseph, MO&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Brother, Victor Dye of Avenue City, MO&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 8 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, nieces and nephewsFUNERAL:&nbsp; Thursday, February 18, 2021 – 11:00 A.M.At: First Baptist Church in Wathena, KansasVisitation:&nbsp; family will receive friends Thursday from 10:00 A.M. until service time at the Church.&nbsp; Friends may call at the Harman Rohde funeral home in Wathena, Kansas after 9 A.M. &nbsp;Wednesday.Memorials: In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials to the First Baptist Church c/o Harman Rohde Funeral Home P.O. Box 426 &nbsp;&nbsp;Wathena, KS&nbsp; 66090<figure>
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Margaret A. Hart  1944 - 2021

Dale H. Hueske, Lt. Col., Air Force, (ret.), 91, passed away peacefully, on February 7, 2021 after a short illness in St. Joseph, MO.&nbsp;

Dale was born in Hastings, NE, on July 31, 1929, the firstborn son of John and Martha (Grothen) Hueske. He was a farm boy from South Central Nebraska, graduating from Juniata High School in 1946, and Hasting College, in 1950.&nbsp;

He learned to fly as a teenager. He was a member of the USAF Cadets, a jet fighter pilot during the Korean War, flying the P-80 Shooting Star,the F-84, as well as the F-4 Phantom. He flew 29 combat missions over North Korea, and was the Nebraska National Guard “Top Gun” in 1955 and 1956. He retired from USAF in 1975, and was&nbsp;civilian pilot since 1945, a commercial single and multi-engine licensed pilot with 8,500 +hours total time in aircraft including helicopters and seaplanes.&nbsp;&nbsp;He also built and raced Formula V (S51D), an experimental single engine, home-built airplanes between 1995-1997.&nbsp;

Dale was a member of the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association, Aviation Archaeology Investigation and Research, Formula V Air Racing, and was a Friend of Bill W. 40 years. He was a businessman, with multiple interests ranging from a farm implement company (family business with his father); and the founder of two businesses, Delmmar Communications, Cameron, MO; and the former Portstor containers, Elwood, KS. Dale was the chief aircraft accident investigator of the Naper 28 accident, a 1944 C-47 Military Aircraft crash near Naper, NE. He was a HAM radio operator, call sign: WB0NGF.&nbsp;

&nbsp;Dale was preceded in death by his parents, former wife, Bess Oswald Hueske Liversidge, and brother Jerry Hueske.&nbsp;

&nbsp;He is survived by his three daughters, Elizabeth (Melvin) Zelms, M.J. (Joe) Kinman, Mary Hueske, his, 2 grandsons, Kai David Hueske-VanCeylon, Teo Edward Hueske-VanCeylon, and sister Joan (Joseph) Smith.&nbsp;

&nbsp;Dale has been cremated with services to be held at a later date.&nbsp;

Dale H. Hueske, Lt. Col., Air Force, (ret.), 91, passed away peacefully, on February 7, 2021 after a short illness in St. Joseph, MO.&nbsp;Dale was born in Hastings, NE, on July 31, 1929, the firstborn son of John and Martha (Grothen) Hueske. He was a farm boy from South Central Nebraska, graduating from Juniata High School in 1946, and Hasting College, in 1950.&nbsp;He learned to fly as a teenager. He was a member of the USAF Cadets, a jet fighter pilot during the Korean War, flying the P-80 Shooting Star,the F-84, as well as the F-4 Phantom. He flew 29 combat missions over North Korea, and was the Nebraska National Guard “Top Gun” in 1955 and 1956. He retired from USAF in 1975, and was&nbsp;civilian pilot since 1945, a commercial single and multi-engine licensed pilot with 8,500 +hours total time in aircraft including helicopters and seaplanes.&nbsp;&nbsp;He also built and raced Formula V (S51D), an experimental single engine, home-built airplanes between 1995-1997.&nbsp;Dale was a member of the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association, Aviation Archaeology Investigation and Research, Formula V Air Racing, and was a Friend of Bill W. 40 years. He was a businessman, with multiple interests ranging from a farm implement company (family business with his father); and the founder of two businesses, Delmmar Communications, Cameron, MO; and the former Portstor containers, Elwood, KS. Dale was the chief aircraft accident investigator of the Naper 28 accident, a 1944 C-47 Military Aircraft crash near Naper, NE. He was a HAM radio operator, call sign: WB0NGF.&nbsp;&nbsp;Dale was preceded in death by his parents, former wife, Bess Oswald Hueske Liversidge, and brother Jerry Hueske.&nbsp;&nbsp;He is survived by his three daughters, Elizabeth (Melvin) Zelms, M.J. (Joe) Kinman, Mary Hueske, his, 2 grandsons, Kai David Hueske-VanCeylon, Teo Edward Hueske-VanCeylon, and sister Joan (Joseph) Smith.&nbsp;&nbsp;Dale has been cremated with services to be held at a later date.&nbsp;<figure>
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Dale H. Hueske  1929 - 2021

Johnnie King, 78, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, February 14, 2021.

He was born September 19, 1942 in Montgomery, Alabama to Johnnie and Charlena (Cottrell) King.

Johnnie married Debra Jeane Landum May 20, 1967. She survives of the home.

He proudly served in the United States Air Force from 1961 to 1965. He later entered the Air Force Reserves for 10 years. Johnnie played first chair in the Air Force Band. He was a commercial printer for the St. Joseph Power &amp; Light, retiring in 2001.

He was member of Restoration Church and the singing group, The Fabulous Idols.

Johnnie enjoyed photography, singing, cooking, and painting, but most of all he loved spending time with his grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Angeline King. Additional survivors include son, Wesley King; daughter-in-law, Pamela; grandchildren, John and Debra King; sisters, Glenda, Lisa, Tenoa King; numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Inurnment Leavenworth National Cemetery. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Johnnie King, 78, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, February 14, 2021. He was born September 19, 1942 in Montgomery, Alabama to Johnnie and Charlena (Cottrell) King. Johnnie married Debra Jeane Landum May 20, 1967. She survives of the home. He proudly served in the United States Air Force from 1961 to 1965. He later entered the Air Force Reserves for 10 years. Johnnie played first chair in the Air Force Band. He was a commercial printer for the St. Joseph Power &amp; Light, retiring in 2001. He was member of Restoration Church and the singing group, The Fabulous Idols. Johnnie enjoyed photography, singing, cooking, and painting, but most of all he loved spending time with his grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Angeline King. Additional survivors include son, Wesley King; daughter-in-law, Pamela; grandchildren, John and Debra King; sisters, Glenda, Lisa, Tenoa King; numerous nieces, nephews and extended family. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Inurnment Leavenworth National Cemetery. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Johnnie King  1942 - 2021

Aiden Lee Sarnowski 6, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, February 13, 2021 in a Kansas City, MO. hospital, after a fierce battle with cancer since 2018. 

He was born May 8, 2014 in St. Joseph, MO. He was a beloved son, grandson, nephew, cousin, and friend, he loved to smile and giggle, and loved everyone around him. He loved his dogs and they made him happy. he also loved camping, the outdoors, four wheeling, and boating. Aiden was a member of the Journey Baptist Church. 

He is survived by mother, Breanna (Eric) Harman, father, Aaron Sarnowski, paternal grandmother, Saundra (Wes) Sarnowski, St. Joseph, MO, maternal grandfather, Brian Doles, Topeka, KS, maternal grandmother, Charlene Doles, St. Joseph, MO, paternal great grandmother, Joann Pierson, Bedford, IA, paternal great grandmother, Caroline Trauernicht, St. Joseph, MO, paternal great grandparents, Tony &amp; Eileen Funk, aunts, Kaitlin (Myles) Sarnowski, and Christy Faulkner and uncles, Mitch (Neecie) Doles, and Austin Howard.

Funeral services: 2:00 pm, Sunday, February 21, 2021 at Journey Baptist, Pastor Jacob McMillian officiating, The family will receive friends from 3- 6:00 PM on Saturday at the Journey Baptist Church. The Interment will be at the King Hill Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the Ronald McDonald House . Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Aiden Lee Sarnowski 6, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, February 13, 2021 in a Kansas City, MO. hospital, after a fierce battle with cancer since 2018. He was born May 8, 2014 in St. Joseph, MO. He was a beloved son, grandson, nephew, cousin, and friend, he loved to smile and giggle, and loved everyone around him. He loved his dogs and they made him happy. he also loved camping, the outdoors, four wheeling, and boating. Aiden was a member of the Journey Baptist Church. He is survived by mother, Breanna (Eric) Harman, father, Aaron Sarnowski, paternal grandmother, Saundra (Wes) Sarnowski, St. Joseph, MO, maternal grandfather, Brian Doles, Topeka, KS, maternal grandmother, Charlene Doles, St. Joseph, MO, paternal great grandmother, Joann Pierson, Bedford, IA, paternal great grandmother, Caroline Trauernicht, St. Joseph, MO, paternal great grandparents, Tony &amp; Eileen Funk, aunts, Kaitlin (Myles) Sarnowski, and Christy Faulkner and uncles, Mitch (Neecie) Doles, and Austin Howard. Funeral services: 2:00 pm, Sunday, February 21, 2021 at Journey Baptist, Pastor Jacob McMillian officiating, The family will receive friends from 3- 6:00 PM on Saturday at the Journey Baptist Church. The Interment will be at the King Hill Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the Ronald McDonald House . Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Aiden Lee Sarnowski  2014 - 2021

Mary Ellen Lippard, 81, passed away peacefully at her home in St. Joseph on Saturday, February 13, 2021. 

She was born in Gentryville, Missouri on April 11, 1939, and she moved to Pontiac, Michigan in 1955. After graduation from high school, she worked as a dietary manager at a hospital in Pontiac. She married Clinton Lippard on November 11, 1961. They were married 48 years until his death in 2010. Mary was an astute businesswoman who, along with her husband,  owned and operated several businesses, including a furniture store, rental properties, general store, and a restaurant/bar. Mary was a dedicated and loving mother, grandmother, and friend whose wisdom and laughter will forever be missed. 

She is survived by her sons, Michael Lippard, Cliff (Elizabeth) Lippard, and Loric (Allison) Lippard, and a daughter Kathy Greene, all of St. Joseph, 9 grandchildren, Adam, Brooke, Alex, Eric, Chris, Valerie, Josh, Elijah, and Isaac, and 7 great-grandchildren. 

Funeral Service will be at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, February 18, 2021 at Rupp Funeral Home. Graveside Services and Interment will be at 1:00 p.m. Thursday at Gentryville Cemetery. Pastor Brad Gilbert officiating. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday at Rupp Funeral Home.&nbsp;

Mary Ellen Lippard, 81, passed away peacefully at her home in St. Joseph on Saturday, February 13, 2021. She was born in Gentryville, Missouri on April 11, 1939, and she moved to Pontiac, Michigan in 1955. After graduation from high school, she worked as a dietary manager at a hospital in Pontiac. She married Clinton Lippard on November 11, 1961. They were married 48 years until his death in 2010. Mary was an astute businesswoman who, along with her husband, owned and operated several businesses, including a furniture store, rental properties, general store, and a restaurant/bar. Mary was a dedicated and loving mother, grandmother, and friend whose wisdom and laughter will forever be missed. She is survived by her sons, Michael Lippard, Cliff (Elizabeth) Lippard, and Loric (Allison) Lippard, and a daughter Kathy Greene, all of St. Joseph, 9 grandchildren, Adam, Brooke, Alex, Eric, Chris, Valerie, Josh, Elijah, and Isaac, and 7 great-grandchildren. Funeral Service will be at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, February 18, 2021 at Rupp Funeral Home. Graveside Services and Interment will be at 1:00 p.m. Thursday at Gentryville Cemetery. Pastor Brad Gilbert officiating. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday at Rupp Funeral Home.&nbsp;<figure>
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Mary Ellen Lippard  1939 - 2021

Jewell D. Hyder, 90, Savannah, MO; passed away Monday, February 15, 2021 at LaVerna Village.

Jewell was born on July 30, 1930 in Duncan, Oklahoma to the late Jewel and Bertha (Monroe) Adams.&nbsp;

Jewell was a devoted wife and mother to her four children.

Jewell was a member of the First Baptist Church in Savannah.&nbsp; She enjoyed attending activities at the Andrew Country Senior Center, especially playing Bingo.&nbsp; She was an avid traveler and member of the Nodaway Valley Bank Ambassadors Club.

Jewell is survived by her children, Diana Streeter (Galen), Linda VanVactor (Frank) and Wayne Cox (Cindy); step-daugthers,Judy Carter and Jane Snyder; siblings, Dorothy Rush, Sonny Adams, and&nbsp;&nbsp; Harvey Adams and numerous grandchildren, great and great-great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and long time partner, John Schildknecht.

In addition to her parents, Jewell was preceded in death by her first husband, R. Glenn Cox, Jr., with whom her children were born, her second husband, Francis Leroy Hyder and her son, Terry Cox.

Funeral Service 1:00 PM Monday, February 22, 2021, at Heaton-Bowman-Smith Savannah Chapel.&nbsp; Private Family Interment Savannah Cemetery.

A register book and public visitation will be available from 9 AM to 4 PM Thursday and Friday at our chapel.

The family has requested memorial donations to the First Baptist Church or Andrew County Senior Center.

Jewell D. Hyder, 90, Savannah, MO; passed away Monday, February 15, 2021 at LaVerna Village.Jewell was born on July 30, 1930 in Duncan, Oklahoma to the late Jewel and Bertha (Monroe) Adams.&nbsp;Jewell was a devoted wife and mother to her four children.Jewell was a member of the First Baptist Church in Savannah.&nbsp; She enjoyed attending activities at the Andrew Country Senior Center, especially playing Bingo.&nbsp; She was an avid traveler and member of the Nodaway Valley Bank Ambassadors Club.Jewell is survived by her children, Diana Streeter (Galen), Linda VanVactor (Frank) and Wayne Cox (Cindy); step-daugthers,Judy Carter and Jane Snyder; siblings, Dorothy Rush, Sonny Adams, and&nbsp;&nbsp; Harvey Adams and numerous grandchildren, great and great-great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and long time partner, John Schildknecht.In addition to her parents, Jewell was preceded in death by her first husband, R. Glenn Cox, Jr., with whom her children were born, her second husband, Francis Leroy Hyder and her son, Terry Cox.Funeral Service 1:00 PM Monday, February 22, 2021, at Heaton-Bowman-Smith Savannah Chapel.&nbsp; Private Family Interment Savannah Cemetery.A register book and public visitation will be available from 9 AM to 4 PM Thursday and Friday at our chapel.The family has requested memorial donations to the First Baptist Church or Andrew County Senior Center.<figure>
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Jewell D. Hyder  1930 - 2021

Wilda Waller, 88, of St. Joseph, passed away Friday, February 12, 2021.&nbsp;

Wilda was born January 12, 1933 in St. Joseph to Tom and Leona Frazer.&nbsp;

She was a 1949 graduate of Pickett High School.

&nbsp;She retired in 1992 from Friskie's Pet Care.&nbsp; Wilda was a member of Ashland Methodist Church.

Wilda is preceded in death by her parents, first husband George Waller, son &nbsp;Jimmy Waller and grandson Michael Waller, Jr.

She is survived by her son Michael (Nancy) Waller.

Funeral Service 2:00 PM, Wednesday at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel. Interment; Walnut Grove Cemetery, St. Joseph. The family will receive friends 12-2 PM, prior to the service.

Wilda Waller, 88, of St. Joseph, passed away Friday, February 12, 2021.&nbsp;Wilda was born January 12, 1933 in St. Joseph to Tom and Leona Frazer.&nbsp;She was a 1949 graduate of Pickett High School.&nbsp;She retired in 1992 from Friskie's Pet Care.&nbsp; Wilda was a member of Ashland Methodist Church.Wilda is preceded in death by her parents, first husband George Waller, son &nbsp;Jimmy Waller and grandson Michael Waller, Jr.She is survived by her son Michael (Nancy) Waller.Funeral Service 2:00 PM, Wednesday at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel. Interment; Walnut Grove Cemetery, St. Joseph. The family will receive friends 12-2 PM, prior to the service.<figure>
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Wilda L. Waller  1933 - 2021

Roxana Lee Goehner, 78, of Atchison, Kansas passed away unexpectedly at her residence. Funeral services for Roxana will be held at 2:00 pm on Thursday, February 18, 2021, at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home in Atchison, Kansas, with Pastor Stephan Lucas officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:00 to 2:00 PM prior to the service at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the American Heart Association and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Words of condolence for the family may be left at www.beckerdyer.com. Those attending the services are being asked to wear mask and keep social distancing. Roxana was born April 16, 1942, in St. Joseph, Mo, the daughter of Melton and Jewell “Maurine” (Neal) Holland. Roxana and Harold “Mike” Goehner were married June 29, 1962 in Weston, MO. He preceded her in death on Feb. 3, 2000. Roxana was a wife, mother and homemaker to her husband and three children. She was a devoted mother who always encouraged her children in their endeavors. She treasured the time spent with her family. She enjoyed watching birds, telling stories, raising flowers, dancing and crocheting. She was a dedicated woman who took pride in the details of her home and everyday life. Throughout her life she placed her trust and faith in God. Roxana is survived by her sons; Todd (Kathy) Goehner and Mark Goehner (Rebecca Ballinger); Atchison, KS a daughter; Laura (Enrique) Goehner Mornel, Atchison, KS , seven grandchildren and three great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents and husband.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Roxana Lee Goehner, 78, of Atchison, Kansas passed away unexpectedly at her residence. Funeral services for Roxana will be held at 2:00 pm on Thursday, February 18, 2021, at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home in Atchison, Kansas, with Pastor Stephan Lucas officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:00 to 2:00 PM prior to the service at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the American Heart Association and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Words of condolence for the family may be left at www.beckerdyer.com. Those attending the services are being asked to wear mask and keep social distancing. Roxana was born April 16, 1942, in St. Joseph, Mo, the daughter of Melton and Jewell “Maurine” (Neal) Holland. Roxana and Harold “Mike” Goehner were married June 29, 1962 in Weston, MO. He preceded her in death on Feb. 3, 2000. Roxana was a wife, mother and homemaker to her husband and three children. She was a devoted mother who always encouraged her children in their endeavors. She treasured the time spent with her family. She enjoyed watching birds, telling stories, raising flowers, dancing and crocheting. She was a dedicated woman who took pride in the details of her home and everyday life. Throughout her life she placed her trust and faith in God. Roxana is survived by her sons; Todd (Kathy) Goehner and Mark Goehner (Rebecca Ballinger); Atchison, KS a daughter; Laura (Enrique) Goehner Mornel, Atchison, KS , seven grandchildren and three great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents and husband.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Roxana Lee Goehner (Holland)  1942 - 2021

Michael J. Paradise, 41, Savannah, Missouri, passed away Friday, February 12, 2021.

He was born February 2, 1980 in Fort Worth, Texas to Michael and Cathy (Stroup) Paradise.

Michael was a huge Raiders football fan and had been since he was little. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Leonard and Norma J. Stroup, paternal grandfather, Charles J. Paradise, and beloved pet, Cujo.

Survivors include his parents, brother, Jason Paradise; grandmother, Margie Paradise; aunts, uncles and extended family.

Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Inurnment Memorial Park Cemetery at a later date. The family will gather with friends one hour prior to the service, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to the Humane Society.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Michael J. Paradise, 41, Savannah, Missouri, passed away Friday, February 12, 2021. He was born February 2, 1980 in Fort Worth, Texas to Michael and Cathy (Stroup) Paradise. Michael was a huge Raiders football fan and had been since he was little. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Leonard and Norma J. Stroup, paternal grandfather, Charles J. Paradise, and beloved pet, Cujo. Survivors include his parents, brother, Jason Paradise; grandmother, Margie Paradise; aunts, uncles and extended family. Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Inurnment Memorial Park Cemetery at a later date. The family will gather with friends one hour prior to the service, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to the Humane Society.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Michael J. Paradise  1980 - 2021

Robert “Bob” Newcomer, 74, Savannah, Missouri, passed away Thursday, February 11, 2021.

He was born August 1, 1946 in St. Joseph, Missouri to O.R. “Ruby” and Leona (Elliott) Newcomer.

Bob married Toni Lynn Moore January 30, 1970. She survives of the home.

He was a member of First Baptist Church of Savannah, Hitchhiker Camping Club and Central Class of 1964.

Bob always made sure his sons were prepared and ready for their horse shows, in which they competed in for over 20 years. He enjoyed camping, was a classic car enthusiast and an avid dog lover.

He was preceded in death by his son, Ryan Newcomer; parents; one brother and one sister.

Additional survivors include sons, Robby Newcomer (Cheryl), Russell Newcomer; 3 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Farewell Services &amp; Public Livestream 3:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. The family will gather with friends one hour prior to the service, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to the First Baptist Church of Savannah. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Robert “Bob” Newcomer, 74, Savannah, Missouri, passed away Thursday, February 11, 2021. He was born August 1, 1946 in St. Joseph, Missouri to O.R. “Ruby” and Leona (Elliott) Newcomer. Bob married Toni Lynn Moore January 30, 1970. She survives of the home. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Savannah, Hitchhiker Camping Club and Central Class of 1964. Bob always made sure his sons were prepared and ready for their horse shows, in which they competed in for over 20 years. He enjoyed camping, was a classic car enthusiast and an avid dog lover. He was preceded in death by his son, Ryan Newcomer; parents; one brother and one sister. Additional survivors include sons, Robby Newcomer (Cheryl), Russell Newcomer; 3 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Farewell Services &amp; Public Livestream 3:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. The family will gather with friends one hour prior to the service, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to the First Baptist Church of Savannah. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Robert “Bob” Newcomer  1946 - 2021

Kevin T. Warner, 55, Marshall, Missouri, passed away Thursday, February 11, 2021.

He was born February 22, 1965 in Fontana, California to Benny and Linda (Martin) Warner. He grew up in California and moved to Missouri in 1993.

Kevin T. Warner, 55, Marshall, Missouri, passed away Thursday, February 11, 2021. He was born February 22, 1965 in Fontana, California to Benny and Linda (Martin) Warner. He grew up in California and moved to Missouri in 1993. Kevin worked at Sav-On Furniture for 12 years, Bandana’s Bar-B-Q for many years, St. Joseph Plastics and the Pony Express Museum. He enjoyed playing darts and also was in a pool league at the Hickory Tavern and Legends. He loved to eat and play video games, as well as hang out with his kids and grandkids. He was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include the mother of his children, Angel Davis; children, Brittany Davis (Kagin Simpson), Matt Warner (Danielle Hale), and Ashley Warner (Kevin Webb); grandchildren, Elaina Davis, Riley Davis, Kinlee Simpson, Tony Thomas, Payton Webb and Kyndra Webb; stepmother, Debbie Shook; sisters, Vickie Warner and Aarica Nofzinger; numerous nieces, nephews and extended family. The family will gather with friends 1:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the fundraising page for Kevin Warner on Facebook.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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