

Patricia Lynn Flora, 73, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, January 29, 2020.

Patricia enjoyed painting, gardening, cars and most of all her dogs.

She was preceded in death by her parents,

Survivors include son, Dennis Huber (Jeana); grandchildren, Kristin Fowler, Brandi Huber, Kimberly Huber; great-grandchildren, Alice Fowler and Emmalyn Huber.

Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Monday, 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 Friends of The Animal Shelter. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.



Patricia Lynn Flora, 73, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, January 29, 2020.She was born August 2, 1946.Patricia enjoyed painting, gardening, cars and most of all her dogs.She was preceded in death by her parents,Survivors include son, Dennis Huber (Jeana); grandchildren, Kristin Fowler, Brandi Huber, Kimberly Huber; great-grandchildren, Alice Fowler and Emmalyn Huber.Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Monday, 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 Friends of The Animal Shelter. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

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Patricia Lynn Flora  1946 - 2020



Wanda M. Dunham, 97, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, January 26, 2020.

She was born December 7, 1922 to Herbert and Mary (Kennicutt) Castle.

She married Harry Dunham June 12, 1941. They were married 71 years until his death in 2011.

She was a member of Woodson Chapel Christian Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and brother, Herbert L. Castle, Jr.

Survivors include son, Gary Dunham; two grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; and brother, Bill Castle (Marlys).

Private Graveside Services and Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. Services under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.



Wanda M. Dunham, 97, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, January 26, 2020.She was born December 7, 1922 to Herbert and Mary (Kennicutt) Castle.She married Harry Dunham June 12, 1941. They were married 71 years until his death in 2011.She was a member of Woodson Chapel Christian Church.She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and brother, Herbert L. Castle, Jr.Survivors include son, Gary Dunham; two grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; and brother, Bill Castle (Marlys).Private Graveside Services and Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. Services under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.

Wanda M. Dunham  1922 - 2020

Larry Jones, 71, of St. Joseph, died January 29, 2020.&nbsp; Larry was born July 12, 1948 in Maryville, MO, to Corwin and Dorothy (Weller) Jones.

Larry was a graduate of Lafayette High School.&nbsp; He then enlisted in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam Era in 1969, and received an honorable discharge after four years of service. &nbsp;&nbsp;Larry then served in the U.S. Naval&nbsp; Reserves for an additional five years.&nbsp; He received a Bachelor's Degree from Missouri Western State University, and a Masters Degree from Northwest Missouri State University.

He began his teaching and coaching career in Jameson, MO, then went to King City, MO, and retired as Principal of South Holt R-1 in Oregon, MO.&nbsp; He was a member of Woodson Chapel and PSRS-PEERS.

Larry married Nancy &nbsp;on May 2, 1969 at Zion United Church of Christ in St. Joseph, MO, and she survives.&nbsp; Also surviving are two sons, Christian A. Jones and Spencer M. Jones; grandchildren, Dana, Savannah , Ashleigh, Carly , and Jameson Jones; &nbsp;three great-grandsons; his mother Dorothy Jones;&nbsp;&nbsp; sister Marcia Wagers (Randy);&nbsp; &nbsp;sister-in-law Lea Watson (Steve) nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Preceding him in death were his father Corwin and in-laws Jack and Pat Barnhart.

He enjoyed playing guitar, traveling, &nbsp;spending time with his family, and loved living in the Morningside Addition of St. Joseph.&nbsp;

Larry has requested for family and friends to do an act of kindness and to pass it on.

An informal gathering with informal attire will be held Monday, February 3, 2020 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Zion United Church of Christ,&nbsp; 816 Faraon Street, St. Joseph, MO.&nbsp; Military honors will be rendered at 6:00 p.m. at the church.&nbsp; Arrangements under the direction of Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel.

Larry Jones, 71, of St. Joseph, died January 29, 2020.&nbsp; Larry was born July 12, 1948 in Maryville, MO, to Corwin and Dorothy (Weller) Jones.Larry was a graduate of Lafayette High School.&nbsp; He then enlisted in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam Era in 1969, and received an honorable discharge after four years of service. &nbsp;&nbsp;Larry then served in the U.S. Naval&nbsp; Reserves for an additional five years.&nbsp; He received a Bachelor's Degree from Missouri Western State University, and a Masters Degree from Northwest Missouri State University.He began his teaching and coaching career in Jameson, MO, then went to King City, MO, and retired as Principal of South Holt R-1 in Oregon, MO.&nbsp; He was a member of Woodson Chapel and PSRS-PEERS.Larry married Nancy &nbsp;on May 2, 1969 at Zion United Church of Christ in St. Joseph, MO, and she survives.&nbsp; Also surviving are two sons, Christian A. Jones and Spencer M. Jones; grandchildren, Dana, Savannah , Ashleigh, Carly , and Jameson Jones; &nbsp;three great-grandsons; his mother Dorothy Jones;&nbsp;&nbsp; sister Marcia Wagers (Randy);&nbsp; &nbsp;sister-in-law Lea Watson (Steve) nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.Preceding him in death were his father Corwin and in-laws Jack and Pat Barnhart.He enjoyed playing guitar, traveling, &nbsp;spending time with his family, and loved living in the Morningside Addition of St. Joseph.&nbsp;Larry has requested for family and friends to do an act of kindness and to pass it on.An informal gathering with informal attire will be held Monday, February 3, 2020 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Zion United Church of Christ,&nbsp; 816 Faraon Street, St. Joseph, MO.&nbsp; Military honors will be rendered at 6:00 p.m. at the church.&nbsp; Arrangements under the direction of Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel.<figure>
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Larry Jones  1948 - 2020



Susan Memarian, 63, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, January 22, 2020.

She enjoyed teaching, reading and watching her favorite TV shows.

Susan was preceded in death by her son, Jeffrey Memarian; and parents.

Survivors include soulmate, Shawn Huff and family; the daughter she always wanted, Tiffani Herring, Jeff’s fiancé; her circle of friends, Holly, Janet, Deedie, Jennifer and Susan; beloved dogs, Bentley, Bronx and Cash.

Farewell services under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Celebration of Life 4:30 Tuesday, Wyatt Park Christian Church. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations to the funeral home to help with funeral expenses or to donate online, visit Susan's Tribute Page at www.meierhoffer.com and select Donate Now.



Susan Memarian, 63, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, January 22, 2020.She enjoyed teaching, reading and watching her favorite TV shows.Susan was preceded in death by her son, Jeffrey Memarian; and parents.Survivors include soulmate, Shawn Huff and family; the daughter she always wanted, Tiffani Herring, Jeff’s fiancé; her circle of friends, Holly, Janet, Deedie, Jennifer and Susan; beloved dogs, Bentley, Bronx and Cash.Farewell services under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Celebration of Life 4:30 Tuesday, Wyatt Park Christian Church. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations to the funeral home to help with funeral expenses or to donate online, visit Susan's Tribute Page at www.meierhoffer.com and select Donate Now.

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Susan Memarian  1956 - 2020

Genevieve Maryanne &nbsp;Adkins 84, of St. Joseph,&nbsp; passed away Monday, January 27, 2020 at a local healthcare facility.

She was born August 25, 1935 in Brasher Falls, New York.

She lived in St. Joseph, Mo, and retired from the Family Guidance Center.

Mrs. Adkins was preceded in death by her parents; Carl and Vivian Hallahan, and her sister; Sr. Mary Catherine.

Genevieve is survived by her children; Michael (Kelly) Adkins, Lawrence Adkins, Scott Adkins, and Julie (Gregory) Roades, four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Her siblings; Marjorie Wilcox, Regina Elizabeth Hallahan, Sr. Mary Audrey, Norma Margaret Rombach, John Timothy Hallahan, and Patricia Constance Libby.

It is with great sadness we say goodbye, and with great joy we know she's with God and in her mother's embrace.

Mrs. Adkins has been cremated under the direction of Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel.

Memorial Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, Thursday , January 30, 2020 at our chapel.&nbsp;

A memorial mass and inurnment will be held at a later date in New York.&nbsp;

The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church.

Genevieve Maryanne &nbsp;Adkins 84, of St. Joseph,&nbsp; passed away Monday, January 27, 2020 at a local healthcare facility.She was born August 25, 1935 in Brasher Falls, New York.She lived in St. Joseph, Mo, and retired from the Family Guidance Center.Mrs. Adkins was preceded in death by her parents; Carl and Vivian Hallahan, and her sister; Sr. Mary Catherine.Genevieve is survived by her children; Michael (Kelly) Adkins, Lawrence Adkins, Scott Adkins, and Julie (Gregory) Roades, four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Her siblings; Marjorie Wilcox, Regina Elizabeth Hallahan, Sr. Mary Audrey, Norma Margaret Rombach, John Timothy Hallahan, and Patricia Constance Libby.It is with great sadness we say goodbye, and with great joy we know she's with God and in her mother's embrace.Mrs. Adkins has been cremated under the direction of Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel.Memorial Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, Thursday , January 30, 2020 at our chapel.&nbsp;A memorial mass and inurnment will be held at a later date in New York.&nbsp;The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church.<figure>
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Genevieve M. Adkins  1935 - 2020

Ronald Edward Wilkinson 80, passed away on Friday, January 24, 2020 surrounded by his family at home.

He was born September 7, 1939 in Washington, Kansas, to Raymond and Bernice (Elliott) Wilkinson.

Ronald attended school in Washington, Kansas. He married Karen Ostrander on August 7, 1961 in Wichita, Kansas. They were happily married for 56 years. Ronald moved to Topeka, Kansas in 1962, where he managed the Kaw Lumber Company. Several years later he began his career with Southland Corporation as a convenience store manager. He moved the family to Kansas City, Missouri in 1973, when he was promoted to Regional Midwest Store Inspector. He lived there until retirement.

Ronald and Karen bought their dream home outside Cameron, Missouri in 2002. He enjoyed the country life, gardening, fishing on his ponds, traveling and going to auctions. Kids, grandkids, and great-grandkids were an immeasurable part of his life at the country house. He delighted in teaching them life lessons, joking with them, and sharing his life with them. Ronald accepted Jesus Christ as his personal Savior in the late 1980’s at a Jimmy Swaggart revival. He enjoyed attending Sunday School and Worship services.

Ronald is preceded in death by his wife, Karen (Ostrander) Wilkinson; his parents, Raymond &amp; Bernice (Elliott) Wilkinson; and five siblings.

Ronald is survived by his daughter, Ann (Arthur) Flores, Sheridan, AR; his daughter, Tina (Mark) Hackett, St. Joseph, MO; his grandchildren: Anthony (Michaela ) Flores, Hannah Flores, Ethan Flores, Abraham (Tess) Hackett, Grace (Frankie) Jarrett, Jonathan (Dava Jo) Hackett, Elizzabeth (Tim) Tandy, Jonah Hackett, Morgan Hackett, Lydia Hackett, Ezekiel Hackett; great-grandchildren: Eleanore, Violet, Boaz &amp; Ezra Hackett; Rivers, Bear &amp; Birdie Jarrett; Nevaeh, Zoey, &nbsp;&amp; Matthias Hackett; Abbigail, Jethro &amp; Lucy Tandy; his brother, Paul Wilkinson; and many nieces and nephews.

Ronald has been cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, February 1, 2020 at the&nbsp;Faith United Baptist Church, 8400 SW V Hwy., St. Joseph, MO. Memorials are requested to the American Diabetes Association.

Ronald Edward Wilkinson 80, passed away on Friday, January 24, 2020 surrounded by his family at home.He was born September 7, 1939 in Washington, Kansas, to Raymond and Bernice (Elliott) Wilkinson.Ronald attended school in Washington, Kansas. He married Karen Ostrander on August 7, 1961 in Wichita, Kansas. They were happily married for 56 years. Ronald moved to Topeka, Kansas in 1962, where he managed the Kaw Lumber Company. Several years later he began his career with Southland Corporation as a convenience store manager. He moved the family to Kansas City, Missouri in 1973, when he was promoted to Regional Midwest Store Inspector. He lived there until retirement.Ronald and Karen bought their dream home outside Cameron, Missouri in 2002. He enjoyed the country life, gardening, fishing on his ponds, traveling and going to auctions. Kids, grandkids, and great-grandkids were an immeasurable part of his life at the country house. He delighted in teaching them life lessons, joking with them, and sharing his life with them. Ronald accepted Jesus Christ as his personal Savior in the late 1980’s at a Jimmy Swaggart revival. He enjoyed attending Sunday School and Worship services.Ronald is preceded in death by his wife, Karen (Ostrander) Wilkinson; his parents, Raymond &amp; Bernice (Elliott) Wilkinson; and five siblings.Ronald is survived by his daughter, Ann (Arthur) Flores, Sheridan, AR; his daughter, Tina (Mark) Hackett, St. Joseph, MO; his grandchildren: Anthony (Michaela ) Flores, Hannah Flores, Ethan Flores, Abraham (Tess) Hackett, Grace (Frankie) Jarrett, Jonathan (Dava Jo) Hackett, Elizzabeth (Tim) Tandy, Jonah Hackett, Morgan Hackett, Lydia Hackett, Ezekiel Hackett; great-grandchildren: Eleanore, Violet, Boaz &amp; Ezra Hackett; Rivers, Bear &amp; Birdie Jarrett; Nevaeh, Zoey, &nbsp;&amp; Matthias Hackett; Abbigail, Jethro &amp; Lucy Tandy; his brother, Paul Wilkinson; and many nieces and nephews.Ronald has been cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, February 1, 2020 at the&nbsp;Faith United Baptist Church, 8400 SW V Hwy., St. Joseph, MO. Memorials are requested to the American Diabetes Association.<figure>
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Ronald Edward Wilkinson  1939 - 2020

Marilyn Josephine (Soltys) West, 86, &nbsp;of St. Joseph, died unexpectedly Sunday.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents Stanley J. and Catherine (Rakowski) Soltys, brother Frank Soltys, infant sister Catherine and sister Dorothy (Soltys) Hansen.

She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Kenneth D. West II, daughter Lisa Catherine West, sister-in-law Alice Shue, nieces and nephews Shirley Lawyer, Patricia Murphy, Paula Winfrey, Laura O'Hara, Larry Shue, Cory Shue, Chris Shue and several grand nieces and nephews including grand niece, Kim Soltys Smith.

Marilyn was a Central High School graduate, attended Missouri Western University and worked as a stenographer in several insurance and legal offices locally and in Huntsville, Alabama.&nbsp;&nbsp; She enjoyed homemaking, sewing, seamstressing, crocheting and an appreciation of fashion.&nbsp; She prayed on her rosary once a day.&nbsp; In addition, she enjoyed sports especially basketball and football.

A Celebration of Life is scheduled Friday, January 31st at 10:00 am located at the Horigan Chapel at Mount Olivet Cemetery.&nbsp; Rosary will precede the service at 9:45 am.

In honor of Marilyn's love for both the color red and the Chiefs, please dress in spirit.

Marilyn Josephine (Soltys) West, 86, &nbsp;of St. Joseph, died unexpectedly Sunday.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents Stanley J. and Catherine (Rakowski) Soltys, brother Frank Soltys, infant sister Catherine and sister Dorothy (Soltys) Hansen.She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Kenneth D. West II, daughter Lisa Catherine West, sister-in-law Alice Shue, nieces and nephews Shirley Lawyer, Patricia Murphy, Paula Winfrey, Laura O'Hara, Larry Shue, Cory Shue, Chris Shue and several grand nieces and nephews including grand niece, Kim Soltys Smith.Marilyn was a Central High School graduate, attended Missouri Western University and worked as a stenographer in several insurance and legal offices locally and in Huntsville, Alabama.&nbsp;&nbsp; She enjoyed homemaking, sewing, seamstressing, crocheting and an appreciation of fashion.&nbsp; She prayed on her rosary once a day.&nbsp; In addition, she enjoyed sports especially basketball and football.A Celebration of Life is scheduled Friday, January 31st at 10:00 am located at the Horigan Chapel at Mount Olivet Cemetery.&nbsp; Rosary will precede the service at 9:45 am.In honor of Marilyn's love for both the color red and the Chiefs, please dress in spirit.<figure>
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Marilyn Josephine West  1933 - 2020

On Friday, January 24, 2020 , Nema Brown, loving wife and mother of 4, passed away due to complications from lung cancer. She was 43 years old.

Nema was a resident of Horton, KS and worked as a Registered Nurse at the Hiawatha Community Hospital until her cancer diagnosis in July of 2018.

Nema is preceded in death by her mother, Debbie Frayer, and an adopted sister Breana.

She is survived by her husband Rob; children Jacob, Emma, Chance and Logan; son in law Billy; granddaughter’s Ryleigh and Peyton; sister Lisa; brother in law Eric; brother Nate; step-father John and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 1 at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hiawatha, KS at 2:00 pm.

Visitation will be held on Friday, January 31 at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home from 6-7:30 pm.

We will be gathering at the Horton Blue Building after the services for food, drinks and memories of Nema. All who loved Nema are invited to attend.

Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Luke’s Hospice House sent in care of the funeral home. 124 S 7th St., Hiawatha 66434.

On Friday, January 24, 2020 , Nema Brown, loving wife and mother of 4, passed away due to complications from lung cancer. She was 43 years old.Nema was a resident of Horton, KS and worked as a Registered Nurse at the Hiawatha Community Hospital until her cancer diagnosis in July of 2018.Nema is preceded in death by her mother, Debbie Frayer, and an adopted sister Breana.She is survived by her husband Rob; children Jacob, Emma, Chance and Logan; son in law Billy; granddaughter’s Ryleigh and Peyton; sister Lisa; brother in law Eric; brother Nate; step-father John and several nieces and nephews.Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 1 at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hiawatha, KS at 2:00 pm.Visitation will be held on Friday, January 31 at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home from 6-7:30 pm.We will be gathering at the Horton Blue Building after the services for food, drinks and memories of Nema. All who loved Nema are invited to attend.Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Luke’s Hospice House sent in care of the funeral home. 124 S 7th St., Hiawatha 66434.<figure>
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Nema Rachelle Brown  1976 - 2020

Taylor Joseph Lorenz, 26, St. Joseph, Missouri; passed away Wednesday, January 22, 2020 at Mosaic Life Care with his loving family by his side.

Taylor was born on April 10, 1993 in St. Joseph, Missouri, the youngest of three children to Stephen D. and Lora (Swafford) Lorenz. &nbsp;He was a graduate of St. Francis Xavier Catholic School, a 2011 graduate of Bishop LeBlond High School and received his bachelors degree in business from the University of Missouri and Columbia College. &nbsp;

Taylor worked as Project Coordinator for Pioneer Material Incorporated since 2018 and had previously worked for Voices of Courage.

Taylor was a lifelong member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, a First Degree member of Knights of Columbus #571 and a member of Delta Upsilon Fraternity.&nbsp;

Taylor loved watching and playing sports and was an avid fan of the Kansas City Chiefs, Kansas City Royals and Mizzou Tigers. Above all, family and friends were most important to him.&nbsp; He was such a proud uncle and a loving son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin and friend to so many.&nbsp; The lives he touched and impacted were many and he will be forever missed.

Taylor was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Gerald J. Lorenz and uncle, Stuart Wyeth.

Survivors include his parents of the home; brother, Brandon Lorenz (Katherine, St. Joseph, MO; sister, Anna Lee Lorenz, Nashville, TN; three nieces; Mara Collins; goddaughter, Mary Catherine and Marin Claire; paternal grandmother, Regina Lorenz; maternal grandparents, Thomas J. Swafford II and Dina Swafford; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

Although Taylor's life story has been written and complete.&nbsp; The story of his legacy is just getting started.&nbsp; Taylor decided long ago to be an organ donor and many people will live on thanks to his unselfish desire to always help others in need.

Taylor's family would like to thank the amazing group of caregivers that worked so hard to try and save Taylor's life.&nbsp; Your professionalism, care and love will never be forgotten by his family and you will be forever in our prayers.

Taylor Joseph Lorenz, 26, St. Joseph, Missouri; passed away Wednesday, January 22, 2020 at Mosaic Life Care with his loving family by his side.Taylor was born on April 10, 1993 in St. Joseph, Missouri, the youngest of three children to Stephen D. and Lora (Swafford) Lorenz. &nbsp;He was a graduate of St. Francis Xavier Catholic School, a 2011 graduate of Bishop LeBlond High School and received his bachelors degree in business from the University of Missouri and Columbia College. &nbsp;Taylor worked as Project Coordinator for Pioneer Material Incorporated since 2018 and had previously worked for Voices of Courage.Taylor was a lifelong member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, a First Degree member of Knights of Columbus #571 and a member of Delta Upsilon Fraternity.&nbsp;Taylor loved watching and playing sports and was an avid fan of the Kansas City Chiefs, Kansas City Royals and Mizzou Tigers. Above all, family and friends were most important to him.&nbsp; He was such a proud uncle and a loving son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin and friend to so many.&nbsp; The lives he touched and impacted were many and he will be forever missed.Taylor was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Gerald J. Lorenz and uncle, Stuart Wyeth.Survivors include his parents of the home; brother, Brandon Lorenz (Katherine, St. Joseph, MO; sister, Anna Lee Lorenz, Nashville, TN; three nieces; Mara Collins; goddaughter, Mary Catherine and Marin Claire; paternal grandmother, Regina Lorenz; maternal grandparents, Thomas J. Swafford II and Dina Swafford; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.Although Taylor's life story has been written and complete.&nbsp; The story of his legacy is just getting started.&nbsp; Taylor decided long ago to be an organ donor and many people will live on thanks to his unselfish desire to always help others in need.Taylor's family would like to thank the amazing group of caregivers that worked so hard to try and save Taylor's life.&nbsp; Your professionalism, care and love will never be forgotten by his family and you will be forever in our prayers.<figure>
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Taylor Joseph Lorenz  1993 - 2020

Elizabeth Ann Mathewson Grove, (Betty, 99 years of age, a well-known resident who helped others with transportation and food delivery support, died on January 23, 2020, at Maple Heights in Hiawatha, Kansas.

She was born on September 21, 1920, to James and Helen Nesladek Mathewson. Betty graduated from Hiawatha High School in 1941. A lifelong Hiawatha resident, she provided grocery delivery to elderly Hiawatha residents from the Mathewson Meat Market, a family business. She also served as cashier and stock clerk at the downtown Hiawatha Ben Franklin Variety Store and at the Hiawatha Shelter. She delivered commodities to families needing assistance in the Hiawatha area and worked with individuals with disabilities at the Shelter. Betty was very active in the St. Ann’s Altar Society for over 60 years in the areas of fundraising and other church activities.

Betty married Ed Grove of Padonia, Kansas, in 1948, following his honorable discharge from the US Army. Ed had served in Germany during World War II. She and Ed lived on their farm outside of Hiawatha until his death in 1982. Betty then moved back home with her parents in their Shawnee Street house while working at Ben Franklin Variety Store. Years later, she moved to Maple Heights where she spent her retirement and later years while continuing her community activities. She was an active member of the Hiawatha VFW Auxiliary.

She was also preceded in death by her parents and brother Robert Mathewson.

Betty is survived by 5 nieces and nephews, 13 great nieces and nephews, and many great-great nieces and nephews.Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Friday, January 31, 2020, at St. Ann Catholic Church in Hiawatha, Kansas. Father Dan Gardner will officiate. Interment will follow immediately at Mount Hope Cemetery.

Memorial contributions in Betty’s honor can be made to the St. Ann’s Altar Society, Freedom Hospice or Maple Heights Nursing Home, which may be sent in care of Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, 124 S 7th St., Hiawatha, Kansas 66434.

The Parish Rosary will be recited at 6 p.m. on Thursday, January 30, 2020, followed by family visiting with friends until 7 p.m., at the funeral home.

If attending Betty's visitation or service, please wear red, her favorite color.

Elizabeth Ann Mathewson Grove, (Betty, 99 years of age, a well-known resident who helped others with transportation and food delivery support, died on January 23, 2020, at Maple Heights in Hiawatha, Kansas.She was born on September 21, 1920, to James and Helen Nesladek Mathewson. Betty graduated from Hiawatha High School in 1941. A lifelong Hiawatha resident, she provided grocery delivery to elderly Hiawatha residents from the Mathewson Meat Market, a family business. She also served as cashier and stock clerk at the downtown Hiawatha Ben Franklin Variety Store and at the Hiawatha Shelter. She delivered commodities to families needing assistance in the Hiawatha area and worked with individuals with disabilities at the Shelter. Betty was very active in the St. Ann’s Altar Society for over 60 years in the areas of fundraising and other church activities.Betty married Ed Grove of Padonia, Kansas, in 1948, following his honorable discharge from the US Army. Ed had served in Germany during World War II. She and Ed lived on their farm outside of Hiawatha until his death in 1982. Betty then moved back home with her parents in their Shawnee Street house while working at Ben Franklin Variety Store. Years later, she moved to Maple Heights where she spent her retirement and later years while continuing her community activities. She was an active member of the Hiawatha VFW Auxiliary.She was also preceded in death by her parents and brother Robert Mathewson.Betty is survived by 5 nieces and nephews, 13 great nieces and nephews, and many great-great nieces and nephews.Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Friday, January 31, 2020, at St. Ann Catholic Church in Hiawatha, Kansas. Father Dan Gardner will officiate. Interment will follow immediately at Mount Hope Cemetery.Memorial contributions in Betty’s honor can be made to the St. Ann’s Altar Society, Freedom Hospice or Maple Heights Nursing Home, which may be sent in care of Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, 124 S 7th St., Hiawatha, Kansas 66434.The Parish Rosary will be recited at 6 p.m. on Thursday, January 30, 2020, followed by family visiting with friends until 7 p.m., at the funeral home.If attending Betty's visitation or service, please wear red, her favorite color.<figure>
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Elizabeth Ann "Betty" Grove  1920 - 2020



Tonya Long 42, of St. Joseph, passed away Wednesday, January 22, 2020 in St. Joseph. She was born November 20, 1977 in St. Joseph, daughter of Tamara Foster and Michael Long. She graduated from Central High School, class of 1997. She worked at UPCO Animal Supply and Casey's General Store. Tonya dedicated her life to her kids. She loved all animals, and she enjoyed spending time doing her makeup and nails. 

She was preceded in death by aunt, Carla Kerns, and paternal grandfather, Lowell Long. 

Survivors include: son, Israel Cage (fiancee Tyiese Santos, of St. Joseph, MO, father, Michael (Pam) Long of St. Joseph, mother, Tamara Foster of Springfield, MO, daughters, Egypt and Asia Wilson, granddaughter, Isabella Cage, brother, Shawn Long, sister, Jackie Slavin, aunts, Romana (Ray) Butler and Carmen Evans, cousins, Renee Barkley, Amber Hook, Tyson Evans, and Ryan Butler, paternal grandmother, Inge Long, nieces, Journey Long, Kenzi and Kenady Thomas, and her lifelong friend, Jenifer Watson.

Funeral services will be 7:00 PM Sunday, January 26, 2020 at Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Leanna VanZandt-Nauman officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Sunday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Miss Long will be cremated following the services. Memorials are requested to the Friends of the Animal Shelter.



Tonya Long 42, of St. Joseph, passed away Wednesday, January 22, 2020 in St. Joseph. She was born November 20, 1977 in St. Joseph, daughter of Tamara Foster and Michael Long. She graduated from Central High School, class of 1997. She worked at UPCO Animal Supply and Casey's General Store. Tonya dedicated her life to her kids. She loved all animals, and she enjoyed spending time doing her makeup and nails. She was preceded in death by aunt, Carla Kerns, and paternal grandfather, Lowell Long. Survivors include: son, Israel Cage (fiancee Tyiese Santos, of St. Joseph, MO, father, Michael (Pam) Long of St. Joseph, mother, Tamara Foster of Springfield, MO, daughters, Egypt and Asia Wilson, granddaughter, Isabella Cage, brother, Shawn Long, sister, Jackie Slavin, aunts, Romana (Ray) Butler and Carmen Evans, cousins, Renee Barkley, Amber Hook, Tyson Evans, and Ryan Butler, paternal grandmother, Inge Long, nieces, Journey Long, Kenzi and Kenady Thomas, and her lifelong friend, Jenifer Watson.Funeral services will be 7:00 PM Sunday, January 26, 2020 at Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Leanna VanZandt-Nauman officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Sunday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Miss Long will be cremated following the services. Memorials are requested to the Friends of the Animal Shelter.

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Douglas Wayne Goodpasture, 68, Atchison, KS, passed away Friday, January 24, 2020 at his home surrounded by his family.

Funeral service will be 2:00 PM Monday, January 27, 2020 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Atchison, KS, with Rev. Robert Ziegler officiating. Burial will follow at Sunset Memory Gardens, Atchison, KS. Family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, Sunday, January 26, 2020 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, Atchison, KS. Memorials are suggested to Trinity Lutheran School Grant Fund or Dream Fund III and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www.beckerdyer.com.

Doug was born July 25, 1951 in Atchison, KS, the son of Donald and Freda (McCorkle) Goodpasture. He worked at the Atchison Hospital for forty-two and half years as a Dietary Clerk. Doug was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church, the Atchison Hospital Auxiliary. He enjoyed crafts, decorating, baking cookies, gardening especially Geraniums and shopping.

Doug is survived by two brothers, Dave and Linda Goodpasture, Atchison, KS, Tom and Sujuan Goodpasture, Liberty, MO and several nephews and nieces.

He was preceded in death by his parents.



Douglas Wayne Goodpasture, 68, Atchison, KS, passed away Friday, January 24, 2020 at his home surrounded by his family.Funeral service will be 2:00 PM Monday, January 27, 2020 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Atchison, KS, with Rev. Robert Ziegler officiating. Burial will follow at Sunset Memory Gardens, Atchison, KS. Family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, Sunday, January 26, 2020 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, Atchison, KS. Memorials are suggested to Trinity Lutheran School Grant Fund or Dream Fund III and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www.beckerdyer.com.Doug was born July 25, 1951 in Atchison, KS, the son of Donald and Freda (McCorkle) Goodpasture. He worked at the Atchison Hospital for forty-two and half years as a Dietary Clerk. Doug was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church, the Atchison Hospital Auxiliary. He enjoyed crafts, decorating, baking cookies, gardening especially Geraniums and shopping.Doug is survived by two brothers, Dave and Linda Goodpasture, Atchison, KS, Tom and Sujuan Goodpasture, Liberty, MO and several nephews and nieces.He was preceded in death by his parents.

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Douglas Wayne Goodpasture  1951 - 2020

Melinda Stinnett 55, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Thursday, January 23, 2020. 

She was born July 10, 1964 in St. Joseph, Missouri, daughter of Mary &amp; Elbert Stinnett. She worked at Laverna Village Health Care in food service. 

Melinda was preceded in death by her life partner, Kenneth Ray Cotter, 2 sisters, and 2 brothers. 

She is survived by daughters, Natalie (Dustin) Cotter, Ashley (Josh) Hubbard, and Carly Cotter (Steve Blacketeer, son, Jarrod Cotter, grandchildren, 3 sisters, and numerous nieces &amp; nephews. 

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

Melinda Stinnett 55, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Thursday, January 23, 2020. She was born July 10, 1964 in St. Joseph, Missouri, daughter of Mary &amp; Elbert Stinnett. She worked at Laverna Village Health Care in food service. Melinda was preceded in death by her life partner, Kenneth Ray Cotter, 2 sisters, and 2 brothers. She is survived by daughters, Natalie (Dustin) Cotter, Ashley (Josh) Hubbard, and Carly Cotter (Steve Blacketeer, son, Jarrod Cotter, grandchildren, 3 sisters, and numerous nieces &amp; nephews. She will be cremated under the care and direction of the Rupp Funeral Home.&nbsp;<figure>
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Kathryn "Katie" Goucan 92, of St. Joseph, MO passed away Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at her home. 

She was born October 1, 1927 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of the late Nellie and Matthew Plakito. She was a member of St. James Catholic Church. 

Katie was preceded in death by her parents and 2 brothers. 

Survivors include: husband, LeRoy Goucan, and five daughters, Kathy Jordan, Carol Novak, Linda Skaith, Patty (Greg) Laster, Theresa (Taufek) Alhadi, and 6 grandchildren, Kyle and Logan Novak, Ian and Olivia Laster, and Nadia and John Alhadi.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 25, 2020 at Horigan Chapel, in Mount Olivet Cemetery. Interment Mount Olivet Cemetery. There is no Scheduled Visitation. Memorials are requested to the St. James Renovation Fund.&nbsp;



Kathryn "Katie" Goucan 92, of St. Joseph, MO passed away Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at her home. She was born October 1, 1927 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of the late Nellie and Matthew Plakito. She was a member of St. James Catholic Church. Katie was preceded in death by her parents and 2 brothers. Survivors include: husband, LeRoy Goucan, and five daughters, Kathy Jordan, Carol Novak, Linda Skaith, Patty (Greg) Laster, Theresa (Taufek) Alhadi, and 6 grandchildren, Kyle and Logan Novak, Ian and Olivia Laster, and Nadia and John Alhadi.The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 25, 2020 at Horigan Chapel, in Mount Olivet Cemetery. Interment Mount Olivet Cemetery. There is no Scheduled Visitation. Memorials are requested to the St. James Renovation Fund.&nbsp;

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Kathryn "Katie" Goucan  1927 - 2020

James Michael Murphy, 72, of St. Joseph, died January 23, 2020.&nbsp; James was born March 22, 1947, in St. Joseph, to James L. and Viola Mae (Marlowe) Murphy.

James retired as a detective with the St. Joseph Police Department after&nbsp; 24 years of service.&nbsp; He then worked for 17 years for the Buchanan County Highway Department, and as a security guard with the St. Joseph Frontier Casino.

He was a member of Three Angels Seventh-Day Adventist Church.&nbsp; James enjoyed helping his grandchildren and building and flying remote controlled airplanes.

He married Joyce Hundley on August 28, 1965, and she survives.&nbsp; Also surviving are a son Gary; grandchildren Andrew, John, Erin; sister Peggy Murphy; other relatives and friends.

Preceding him in death were his parents and a brother Larry.

Memorial contributions to Three Angels Seventh-Day Adventist Church would be appreciated.

Visitation will be Monday, January 27, 2020 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel.&nbsp; Services will be Tuesday, January 28, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. at Three Angels Seventh-Day Adventist Church.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Ashland Cemetery.

James Michael Murphy, 72, of St. Joseph, died January 23, 2020.&nbsp; James was born March 22, 1947, in St. Joseph, to James L. and Viola Mae (Marlowe) Murphy.James retired as a detective with the St. Joseph Police Department after&nbsp; 24 years of service.&nbsp; He then worked for 17 years for the Buchanan County Highway Department, and as a security guard with the St. Joseph Frontier Casino.He was a member of Three Angels Seventh-Day Adventist Church.&nbsp; James enjoyed helping his grandchildren and building and flying remote controlled airplanes.He married Joyce Hundley on August 28, 1965, and she survives.&nbsp; Also surviving are a son Gary; grandchildren Andrew, John, Erin; sister Peggy Murphy; other relatives and friends.Preceding him in death were his parents and a brother Larry.Memorial contributions to Three Angels Seventh-Day Adventist Church would be appreciated.Visitation will be Monday, January 27, 2020 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel.&nbsp; Services will be Tuesday, January 28, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. at Three Angels Seventh-Day Adventist Church.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Ashland Cemetery.<figure>
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Orville J. Minnis, 84, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away on January 22, 2020.

Orville was born on April 12, 1935 in St. Joseph to the late Sylvester and Florence (Miller) Minnis.&nbsp; He was a 1953 graduate of Christian Brothers and a member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church.&nbsp; He also received his degree at Hillyard Technical School as a Machine Technician, and worked at Sherwood Medical.&nbsp;

Orville wed Mary Ann Wisneski on January 15, 1955, in St. Joseph, Missouri.&nbsp; They were involved in Marriage Encounter and Mir House together until her passing on January 16, 2013.

He is also preceded in death by his parents and sister, Merna McLellend.

Orville enjoyed crossword puzzles, woodworking, and fixing things.

Survivors:&nbsp; son, Larry (Kathy) Minnis; daughters, June (Mike) Stancliff and Barbara (Mike) Wolff; five grandchildren, Nathan Stancliff, Rachael Stancliff, Andrew Minnis, Chris Wolff, Laura Wolff.

Mass of Christian Burial: 10:00 AM Saturday, January 25, 2020 at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church.&nbsp;

Rosary will begin at 5:00 PM, Friday, January 24, 2020 at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel. &nbsp;The family will receive friends following the Rosary until 7:00 PM

The family suggests memorial contributions to House of Bread or Mir House

Orville J. Minnis, 84, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away on January 22, 2020.Orville was born on April 12, 1935 in St. Joseph to the late Sylvester and Florence (Miller) Minnis.&nbsp; He was a 1953 graduate of Christian Brothers and a member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church.&nbsp; He also received his degree at Hillyard Technical School as a Machine Technician, and worked at Sherwood Medical.&nbsp;Orville wed Mary Ann Wisneski on January 15, 1955, in St. Joseph, Missouri.&nbsp; They were involved in Marriage Encounter and Mir House together until her passing on January 16, 2013.He is also preceded in death by his parents and sister, Merna McLellend.Orville enjoyed crossword puzzles, woodworking, and fixing things.Survivors:&nbsp; son, Larry (Kathy) Minnis; daughters, June (Mike) Stancliff and Barbara (Mike) Wolff; five grandchildren, Nathan Stancliff, Rachael Stancliff, Andrew Minnis, Chris Wolff, Laura Wolff.Mass of Christian Burial: 10:00 AM Saturday, January 25, 2020 at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church.&nbsp;Rosary will begin at 5:00 PM, Friday, January 24, 2020 at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel. &nbsp;The family will receive friends following the Rosary until 7:00 PMThe family suggests memorial contributions to House of Bread or Mir House<figure>
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Rosalia “Rose” L. (Tasset) Lawrence, 83, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, January 23, 2020.

She was born the fifth of fourteen children to Everett and Justina (Hornung) Tasset June 5, 1936 in Spearville, Kansas.

Rose married her love of 61 years, Robert Lawrence, August 19, 1958 in Troy, Kansas and spent their lives together in St. Joseph.

Machine knitting and crocheting were her passions. She shared homemade gifts far and wide. She had a home-based machine knitting business for many years called Knit Knax where she connected with others that shared that passion. She devoted her life and love to her family especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren who were the jewels in her crown. When she was unable to travel, she learned new technology to stay in touch with her ever-growing family. She loved meeting people and having conversations. She had a gift for making friends. She fondly reminisced about her childhood in Kansas and time spent with her parents and siblings.

She was a follower of Christ. She was of the Catholic faith and attended Huffman United Methodist Church. She was a graduate of Mount Saint Scholastica Academy in Atchison, Kansas.

Rose was preceded in death by her parents, a newborn son, two brothers and a sister.

Survivors include Robert, of the home; children, Charles Lawrence (Kristin); Kathleen Shorba (John); Ruth Myers (Steve); Roberta Wright (Harold); grandchildren, Tiffany Nix (T.J., Tara Lubbers (Lucas, Traci Polifka (Jared, Mark Veale, Elizabeth Nichols (Zachary, Alex Veale (Cassandra, Joshua Shorba (Nova, Jacob Shorba, Angela Lehan (Chris, Lauretta Hewlett (Demetrius, Benjamin Wright (Alexandra); sixteen great-grandchildren and two on the way; and numerous brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. There was no one like her. She will be greatly and dearly missed.

Rose’s family would like to thank her Mosaic Home Health and Hospice Caregivers, who lovingly cared for her these last few years.

Farewell Services at 10:00 AM Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Internment Mt. Auburn Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 3:00 to 5:00 P.M. Sunday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. For those wishing to make a contribution, the family request they be made to Huffman United Methodist Church Mission Sewing Group and/or Noyes Home for Children.



Rosalia “Rose” L. (Tasset) Lawrence, 83, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, January 23, 2020.She was born the fifth of fourteen children to Everett and Justina (Hornung) Tasset June 5, 1936 in Spearville, Kansas.Rose married her love of 61 years, Robert Lawrence, August 19, 1958 in Troy, Kansas and spent their lives together in St. Joseph.Machine knitting and crocheting were her passions. She shared homemade gifts far and wide. She had a home-based machine knitting business for many years called Knit Knax where she connected with others that shared that passion. She devoted her life and love to her family especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren who were the jewels in her crown. When she was unable to travel, she learned new technology to stay in touch with her ever-growing family. She loved meeting people and having conversations. She had a gift for making friends. She fondly reminisced about her childhood in Kansas and time spent with her parents and siblings.She was a follower of Christ. She was of the Catholic faith and attended Huffman United Methodist Church. She was a graduate of Mount Saint Scholastica Academy in Atchison, Kansas.Rose was preceded in death by her parents, a newborn son, two brothers and a sister.Survivors include Robert, of the home; children, Charles Lawrence (Kristin); Kathleen Shorba (John); Ruth Myers (Steve); Roberta Wright (Harold); grandchildren, Tiffany Nix (T.J., Tara Lubbers (Lucas, Traci Polifka (Jared, Mark Veale, Elizabeth Nichols (Zachary, Alex Veale (Cassandra, Joshua Shorba (Nova, Jacob Shorba, Angela Lehan (Chris, Lauretta Hewlett (Demetrius, Benjamin Wright (Alexandra); sixteen great-grandchildren and two on the way; and numerous brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. There was no one like her. She will be greatly and dearly missed.Rose’s family would like to thank her Mosaic Home Health and Hospice Caregivers, who lovingly cared for her these last few years.Farewell Services at 10:00 AM Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Internment Mt. Auburn Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 3:00 to 5:00 P.M. Sunday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. For those wishing to make a contribution, the family request they be made to Huffman United Methodist Church Mission Sewing Group and/or Noyes Home for Children.

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Betty Ann Kunrath, 70, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Wednesday. January 22, 2020.

She was born April 29, 1949 in Oakes, North Dakota.

Betty grew up in Oakes, ND on the family farm and went to school in Gulph, ND until she graduated and went on to business school in Aberdeen, SD. From there she moved to Omaha, NE with her sister and worked for the Nebraska Medical Center for 42 years. When she retired, she kept busy with her grandchildren and in 2014 she moved to St. Joseph, MO with her daughter to be near and watch her great-grandchildren grow up. Betty stayed busy making baby blankets and dollies for friends and neighbors.

She enjoyed the holidays and cooking for her family and friends. Her house was always open. She got the joy of watching her grandson Kevin get married. Betty was a happy person and in 2018 she fell and had some medical issues. She went on hospice in December of 2018 with Mosaic Life Care Hospice and became very attached to her nurses. The family would like to give a special thanks to Kim Deck, Krystal Phillips and Brittany Clar for the exceptional care of Betty.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Mary (Turner) Kunrath.

Survivors include children, Teresa Kunrath and Jason Kunrath (Renee); grandchildren, Michael Knight, Kevin Kunrath (Dena, Jacob Kunrath, Jay Kunrath, Tyler Kunrath; great-grandchildren, Xandiah, Karzin, Ry’lyn and Zoie; brothers, Timothy Kunrath (Lori, Jerry Kunrath (Ann, Steve Kunrath (Julie); sister, Linda Clapp Sadle (Richard); numerous nieces and nephews.

Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to Mosaic Life Care Hospice. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.



Betty Ann Kunrath, 70, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Wednesday. January 22, 2020.She was born April 29, 1949 in Oakes, North Dakota.Betty grew up in Oakes, ND on the family farm and went to school in Gulph, ND until she graduated and went on to business school in Aberdeen, SD. From there she moved to Omaha, NE with her sister and worked for the Nebraska Medical Center for 42 years. When she retired, she kept busy with her grandchildren and in 2014 she moved to St. Joseph, MO with her daughter to be near and watch her great-grandchildren grow up. Betty stayed busy making baby blankets and dollies for friends and neighbors.She enjoyed the holidays and cooking for her family and friends. Her house was always open. She got the joy of watching her grandson Kevin get married. Betty was a happy person and in 2018 she fell and had some medical issues. She went on hospice in December of 2018 with Mosaic Life Care Hospice and became very attached to her nurses. The family would like to give a special thanks to Kim Deck, Krystal Phillips and Brittany Clar for the exceptional care of Betty.She was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Mary (Turner) Kunrath.Survivors include children, Teresa Kunrath and Jason Kunrath (Renee); grandchildren, Michael Knight, Kevin Kunrath (Dena, Jacob Kunrath, Jay Kunrath, Tyler Kunrath; great-grandchildren, Xandiah, Karzin, Ry’lyn and Zoie; brothers, Timothy Kunrath (Lori, Jerry Kunrath (Ann, Steve Kunrath (Julie); sister, Linda Clapp Sadle (Richard); numerous nieces and nephews.Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to Mosaic Life Care Hospice. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

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Arthur “Sonny” Sanders, 82, Vian, Oklahoma, passed away Monday, January 20, 2020.

He was born July 11, 1937 in Vian, Oklahoma.

Sonny was preceded in death by his parents, Hooley and Telitha (Welch) Sanders; sons, Scott Sanders, Dink Veazey, Pam Veazey; 10 brothers and sisters.

Survivors include his children, Sadie Adams (Larry, Sheila Eastlick (Jay, Steve Sanders (Liza, Shari Childs (Leroy, Darryl Veazey (Karen); 26 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren; 7 great-great-grandchildren; sister, Jane Vandenboom; numerous nieces and nephews.

Graveside Services &amp; Inurnment 1:00 P.M. Saturday, Dwight Mission Cemetery, Vian, Oklahoma. Arrangements under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.



Arthur “Sonny” Sanders, 82, Vian, Oklahoma, passed away Monday, January 20, 2020.He was born July 11, 1937 in Vian, Oklahoma.Sonny was preceded in death by his parents, Hooley and Telitha (Welch) Sanders; sons, Scott Sanders, Dink Veazey, Pam Veazey; 10 brothers and sisters.Survivors include his children, Sadie Adams (Larry, Sheila Eastlick (Jay, Steve Sanders (Liza, Shari Childs (Leroy, Darryl Veazey (Karen); 26 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren; 7 great-great-grandchildren; sister, Jane Vandenboom; numerous nieces and nephews.Graveside Services &amp; Inurnment 1:00 P.M. Saturday, Dwight Mission Cemetery, Vian, Oklahoma. Arrangements under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.

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Mark Edward Matthias, 73, of Atchison, KS, passed away Wednesday, January 22, 2020 at his home surrounded by his family.

Mark was born October 30, 1946 in Highland, KS, the son of Frederick and Myrtle (Thorne) Matthias. He graduated from Midway High School in 1964 and attended and graduated Kansas State University 1968 having earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration. Mark was an Electrician by day and a farmer on nights and weekends. He was a member of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church for forty-three years having served as president of the congregation council for many years. Mark enjoyed his grandchildren, farming, gardening, woodworking and coaching little league baseball.

Mark married Kim Chastain on July 10, 1976, in McLouth Baptist Church, she survives of the home. Additional survivors include a daughter Wendy and Roman Corralejo, DeKalb, IL, three sons, Mark Justin and Heather Matthias, Atchison, KS, Chad Matthias, Denton, KS, Adam Matthias, Denton, KS, four sisters, Janice (Harold) Kuhnert, Atchison, KS, Carol Robertson, Leavenworth, KS, Catherine Soyland, Topeka, KS, Wilma Alexander, New Boston, TX, four grandchildren, James, Joseph, Ethan and Sadie and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was also preceded in death by his parents, five brothers, Fred, Lawrence, Henry, Jay and an infant, a sister, Lois Matthias.

Memorial service will be 2:00 PM Sunday, January 26, 2020 at the St. Marks’s Lutheran Church, with Rev. Craig Lantz officiating. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 1:00 to 2:00 PM at the Church. Memorials are suggested to St. Mark’s Lutheran Church or American Diabetes Association and may be sent to the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home who has been entrusted with the arrangements. Word of comfort to the family may be left at www.beckerdyer.com.



Mark Edward Matthias, 73, of Atchison, KS, passed away Wednesday, January 22, 2020 at his home surrounded by his family.Mark was born October 30, 1946 in Highland, KS, the son of Frederick and Myrtle (Thorne) Matthias. He graduated from Midway High School in 1964 and attended and graduated Kansas State University 1968 having earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration. Mark was an Electrician by day and a farmer on nights and weekends. He was a member of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church for forty-three years having served as president of the congregation council for many years. Mark enjoyed his grandchildren, farming, gardening, woodworking and coaching little league baseball.Mark married Kim Chastain on July 10, 1976, in McLouth Baptist Church, she survives of the home. Additional survivors include a daughter Wendy and Roman Corralejo, DeKalb, IL, three sons, Mark Justin and Heather Matthias, Atchison, KS, Chad Matthias, Denton, KS, Adam Matthias, Denton, KS, four sisters, Janice (Harold) Kuhnert, Atchison, KS, Carol Robertson, Leavenworth, KS, Catherine Soyland, Topeka, KS, Wilma Alexander, New Boston, TX, four grandchildren, James, Joseph, Ethan and Sadie and many nieces, nephews and cousins.He was also preceded in death by his parents, five brothers, Fred, Lawrence, Henry, Jay and an infant, a sister, Lois Matthias.Memorial service will be 2:00 PM Sunday, January 26, 2020 at the St. Marks’s Lutheran Church, with Rev. Craig Lantz officiating. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 1:00 to 2:00 PM at the Church. Memorials are suggested to St. Mark’s Lutheran Church or American Diabetes Association and may be sent to the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home who has been entrusted with the arrangements. Word of comfort to the family may be left at www.beckerdyer.com.

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Julia L. Johnson, 85, of Savannah, Missouri, died Tuesday, January 21, 2020.&nbsp;&nbsp; Julia was born on July 27, 1934 in DeKalb County, Missouri to the late Harold and Julia (Dunham) Julian.&nbsp;

Julia married Eugene "Gene" D. Johnson on April 12, 1953.&nbsp; He passed away on September 26, 2019.&nbsp; They celebrated 66 years of marriage.&nbsp;

She worked for the Savannah R-3 School District at the Amazonia elementary school as a secretary.&nbsp; She also was a secretary for many years at the Whitesville Baptist Church.&nbsp;

Julia was a member of the Whitesville Baptist Church and a volunteer at the St. Joseph Baptist Association.&nbsp; She was a wonderful gardener and loved to read.&nbsp; She enjoyed cooking and her family loved her homemade Christmas candy.&nbsp; She loved to spend time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.&nbsp;

Survivors :&nbsp; daughter Michele Keul; son Michael Johnson (Melinda); five grandchildren, Kurt (Darcy, Kelly (Tim, Ashley (Donnie, Keith (Cortney, Christopher (Brittany); eight great-grandchildren; siblings Frank Julian, Linda Stafford, Betty Ussary (Jim) and Dorothy Julian; nieces; sister-in-law Marie Johnson; other relatives and friends.&nbsp;

In addition to her parents and husband, Julia was preceded in death by siblings Kathy Reynolds, Mary Sutton and Jan Gomen.&nbsp;

Memorial Visitation:&nbsp; 1:00-3:00 PM, Saturday, January 25, 2020 at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel in St. Joseph.

Memorial Service Celebrating Julia's Life:&nbsp; 2:00 PM, Sunday, January 26, 2020 at our chapel.&nbsp;

The family suggests memorials to the Whitesville Baptist Church or the Andrew County Food Pantry.&nbsp;

Julia L. Johnson, 85, of Savannah, Missouri, died Tuesday, January 21, 2020.&nbsp;&nbsp; Julia was born on July 27, 1934 in DeKalb County, Missouri to the late Harold and Julia (Dunham) Julian.&nbsp;Julia married Eugene "Gene" D. Johnson on April 12, 1953.&nbsp; He passed away on September 26, 2019.&nbsp; They celebrated 66 years of marriage.&nbsp;She worked for the Savannah R-3 School District at the Amazonia elementary school as a secretary.&nbsp; She also was a secretary for many years at the Whitesville Baptist Church.&nbsp;Julia was a member of the Whitesville Baptist Church and a volunteer at the St. Joseph Baptist Association.&nbsp; She was a wonderful gardener and loved to read.&nbsp; She enjoyed cooking and her family loved her homemade Christmas candy.&nbsp; She loved to spend time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.&nbsp;Survivors :&nbsp; daughter Michele Keul; son Michael Johnson (Melinda); five grandchildren, Kurt (Darcy, Kelly (Tim, Ashley (Donnie, Keith (Cortney, Christopher (Brittany); eight great-grandchildren; siblings Frank Julian, Linda Stafford, Betty Ussary (Jim) and Dorothy Julian; nieces; sister-in-law Marie Johnson; other relatives and friends.&nbsp;In addition to her parents and husband, Julia was preceded in death by siblings Kathy Reynolds, Mary Sutton and Jan Gomen.&nbsp;Memorial Visitation:&nbsp; 1:00-3:00 PM, Saturday, January 25, 2020 at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel in St. Joseph.Memorial Service Celebrating Julia's Life:&nbsp; 2:00 PM, Sunday, January 26, 2020 at our chapel.&nbsp;The family suggests memorials to the Whitesville Baptist Church or the Andrew County Food Pantry.&nbsp;

Julia L. Johnson  1934 - 2020



Portia Kay Cortner 73, of Saint Joseph, MO passed away Monday, January 20, 2020 at Mosaic Life Care Hospital unexpectedly after a brief illness. 

She was born January 31, 1946 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of the late Weldon and Audrey Cortner. She graduated from Lafayette High School. On October 10, 1965 she married Larry Waller, they divorced in 2001. Kay worked as an Accounts Payable Clerk. She enjoyed traveling, bowling, dancing, spending time with her grandchildren and a devoted mom. Kay also was a Girl Scout Leader, Hospice Volunteer, Dream Factory Volunteer and CASA Court Appointed Special Advocate. She was a member of St. James Catholic Church. 

Kay was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers, Larry, Gerry and Haldane Cortner, two sisters, Ramona Downing, and Pamela Bushong. 

Survivors include three daughters, Stacy (Raymond) Gritz, Kansas City, MO, Christina (Christian) Willingham, Platte City, MO, and Angie (Jason) Lenz, Saint Joseph, MO, two sisters, Guelda Bryan, Dalzell, SC, and Sue Atkinson of St. Joseph, five grandchildren: Larry Earhart, Quentin &amp; Claire Lenz, Andrew &amp; Thomas Willingham, and a great-grandson, Remington Earhart.

A Rosary will be recited at 9:00 a.m. Friday, with visitation at 9:15, and the Mass of Commemoration will be celebrated on Friday at 10:00 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church. Father Jonathan Davis Celebrant. Inurnment at a later date at the Sparta Cemetery . Memorials are requested to the Friends of the 5th Circuit, CASA Program, 411 Jules, BO-3, St. Joseph, MO 64501. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com



Portia Kay Cortner 73, of Saint Joseph, MO passed away Monday, January 20, 2020 at Mosaic Life Care Hospital unexpectedly after a brief illness. She was born January 31, 1946 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of the late Weldon and Audrey Cortner. She graduated from Lafayette High School. On October 10, 1965 she married Larry Waller, they divorced in 2001. Kay worked as an Accounts Payable Clerk. She enjoyed traveling, bowling, dancing, spending time with her grandchildren and a devoted mom. Kay also was a Girl Scout Leader, Hospice Volunteer, Dream Factory Volunteer and CASA Court Appointed Special Advocate. She was a member of St. James Catholic Church. Kay was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers, Larry, Gerry and Haldane Cortner, two sisters, Ramona Downing, and Pamela Bushong. Survivors include three daughters, Stacy (Raymond) Gritz, Kansas City, MO, Christina (Christian) Willingham, Platte City, MO, and Angie (Jason) Lenz, Saint Joseph, MO, two sisters, Guelda Bryan, Dalzell, SC, and Sue Atkinson of St. Joseph, five grandchildren: Larry Earhart, Quentin &amp; Claire Lenz, Andrew &amp; Thomas Willingham, and a great-grandson, Remington Earhart.A Rosary will be recited at 9:00 a.m. Friday, with visitation at 9:15, and the Mass of Commemoration will be celebrated on Friday at 10:00 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church. Father Jonathan Davis Celebrant. Inurnment at a later date at the Sparta Cemetery . Memorials are requested to the Friends of the 5th Circuit, CASA Program, 411 Jules, BO-3, St. Joseph, MO 64501. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

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Portia Kay Cortner  1946 - 2020



Asher Patterson 4 month old son of Ashley Kernes and Jeremy Patterson, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, January 20, 2020 in Saint Joseph, MO. 

He was born September 18, 2019 in St. Joseph, MO. He is survived by: maternal grandmother, Cindy Kernes, maternal grandfather, Robert Kernes, maternal great grandparents, Roger &amp; Karen Kernes, maternal great grandmother, Darlene Sampson, paternal grandmother, Emma Patterson, paternal great grandfather, Olin Patterson, paternal great grandmother, Betty Sage, brothers, Maximus &amp; Achilles Hardy, sisters, Rose, Kelsey and Crystal Kernes, half sisters, Chevy, Star and Alyna Zeamer, half brothers, Alex Patterson, and Preston Auxier.

Visitation from 2-3 pm Sunday, Funeral services 3 pm Sunday, Rupp Funeral hOMe. Pastor Jeff Jaekley officiating. Memorials are requested to the Asher Lee Patterson memorial fund in care of the Rupp Funeral Home. or online at www.ruppfuneral.com.



Asher Patterson 4 month old son of Ashley Kernes and Jeremy Patterson, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, January 20, 2020 in Saint Joseph, MO. He was born September 18, 2019 in St. Joseph, MO. He is survived by: maternal grandmother, Cindy Kernes, maternal grandfather, Robert Kernes, maternal great grandparents, Roger &amp; Karen Kernes, maternal great grandmother, Darlene Sampson, paternal grandmother, Emma Patterson, paternal great grandfather, Olin Patterson, paternal great grandmother, Betty Sage, brothers, Maximus &amp; Achilles Hardy, sisters, Rose, Kelsey and Crystal Kernes, half sisters, Chevy, Star and Alyna Zeamer, half brothers, Alex Patterson, and Preston Auxier.Visitation from 2-3 pm Sunday, Funeral services 3 pm Sunday, Rupp Funeral hOMe. Pastor Jeff Jaekley officiating. Memorials are requested to the Asher Lee Patterson memorial fund in care of the Rupp Funeral Home. or online at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Asher Lee Patterson  2019 - 2020

Raymond "Ray" Mackernan, 91, St. Joseph, MO; passed away Monday, January 20, 2020.

Ray was born on February 20, 1928 in Mullen, Nebraska to the late James and Viola (Keslar) Mackernan.

Ray married Louise Epperson on March 14, 1946. They celebrated seventy-three years of marriage and to that union they had seven children whom they loved very much.

Mr. Mackernan worked at Dugdale Packing for nearly forty years.&nbsp;

Ray was of the Baptist faith and loved spending time on his farm and enjoyed attending farm auctions and fishing.

Raymond "Ray" Mackernan, 91, St. Joseph, MO; passed away Monday, January 20, 2020.Ray was born on February 20, 1928 in Mullen, Nebraska to the late James and Viola (Keslar) Mackernan.Ray married Louise Epperson on March 14, 1946. They celebrated seventy-three years of marriage and to that union they had seven children whom they loved very much.Mr. Mackernan worked at Dugdale Packing for nearly forty years.&nbsp;Ray was of the Baptist faith and loved spending time on his farm and enjoyed attending farm auctions and fishing.Ray is survived by his wife, Lousie; children, Nancy Jeffries "Merle", Kathleen Tatro "Mark Martin", Sarah Fitzpatrick "David", Gail Palmer "Chuck" and Mike Mackernan; nine grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren and cousins.Mr. Mackernan was preceded in death by his parents; two sons, Larry and Raymond Mackernan; two grandchildren, Marlene Heath and Tommy Tatro and siblings, Betty Lovell, Janie Harness, Viola Schultz, Rose Foster and Robert Spidell.Services 2:00 PM Monday at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery.The family will receive friends 2:00 to 4:00 PM Sunday at our chapel.<figure>
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