Stephanie Marie Otwell, 57, of St. Joseph, passed away Wednesday January 8, 2020 at her home in St. Joseph. 

She was born April 17, 1962 in St. Joseph, Missouri daughter of Frances &amp; Robert Dittemore. Stephanie attended Benton High School. Most recently she worked at All American Cab as a Dispatcher. Her hobbies included watching racing and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.. She was a member of Lighthouse Church in Fillmore. 

Stephanie was preceded in death by her father, Robert S. Dittemore, Sr., mother, Frances (Burke) Cox, step-father, Glen Cox, sisters, Kathleen Homan, and Carolatta Townsand. 

She is survived by son, Brad (Jennifer) Dittemore of St. Joseph, brother, Jim (Julie) Pierce of St. Joseph, brother, Robert Dittemore, Jr. of St. Joseph, grandchildren, Schyler (Jessica) and Mariah, great-grandchildren, Naomi Berry, Bailey Berry, Levi Parker, Hunter Parker, Veronica Arrendoe and Allie Arrendoe and several nieces and nephews. 

She will be cremated under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. Inurnment to take place at a later date.

Stephanie Marie Otwell, 57, of St. Joseph, passed away Wednesday January 8, 2020 at her home in St. Joseph. She was born April 17, 1962 in St. Joseph, Missouri daughter of Frances &amp; Robert Dittemore. Stephanie attended Benton High School. Most recently she worked at All American Cab as a Dispatcher. Her hobbies included watching racing and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.. She was a member of Lighthouse Church in Fillmore. Stephanie was preceded in death by her father, Robert S. Dittemore, Sr., mother, Frances (Burke) Cox, step-father, Glen Cox, sisters, Kathleen Homan, and Carolatta Townsand. She is survived by son, Brad (Jennifer) Dittemore of St. Joseph, brother, Jim (Julie) Pierce of St. Joseph, brother, Robert Dittemore, Jr. of St. Joseph, grandchildren, Schyler (Jessica) and Mariah, great-grandchildren, Naomi Berry, Bailey Berry, Levi Parker, Hunter Parker, Veronica Arrendoe and Allie Arrendoe and several nieces and nephews. She will be cremated under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. Inurnment to take place at a later date.<figure>
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Michael "Mike" Smith, 34 of St. Joseph, passed away January 3, 2020.

Born July 23, 1985 in Dunoon, Scotland to Ronald Smith, Jr. and Shirley Rae Smith. Mike enjoyed playing video games, music, reading, and hanging out with friends.

Survivors include his parents; son, David Smith; sisters, Donna Boucher, Rosita and Clara Smith; grandmother, Marilyn Smith; and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Mike has been cremated under the care of Heaton-Bowman Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel.

Michael "Mike" Smith, 34 of St. Joseph, passed away January 3, 2020.Born July 23, 1985 in Dunoon, Scotland to Ronald Smith, Jr. and Shirley Rae Smith. Mike enjoyed playing video games, music, reading, and hanging out with friends.Survivors include his parents; son, David Smith; sisters, Donna Boucher, Rosita and Clara Smith; grandmother, Marilyn Smith; and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.Mike has been cremated under the care of Heaton-Bowman Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel.

Michael "Mike" Smith  1985 - 2020

Ryan "Bubba" Barnes, 27, of St. Joseph, passed away January 6, 2020.

Ryan was born on June 7, 1992&nbsp; in St. Joseph to Dave &amp; Patty (Fattig) Barnes.&nbsp;

He attended Benton High School and obtained his GED.&nbsp; Ryan loved spending time with his friends, music and video games.&nbsp;

Preceded in death:&nbsp; grandfather, Delbert Fattig; paternal grandparents, James Pickrel &amp; Ellen Barnes; aunt, Rhonda Fattig; great-aunt, Helen Pickrel.&nbsp;

Survivors:&nbsp; parents; maternal grandmother, Levetta Fattig; cousin who was like a brother, Kyle Weldon; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.&nbsp;

Visitation:&nbsp; 5:00-7:00 PM; Friday; January 10, 2020 at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel.&nbsp;

Funeral:&nbsp; 1:00 PM, Saturday, January 11, 2020 at our chapel.&nbsp; Interment:&nbsp; Armstrong Cemetery in Rushville, Missouri.&nbsp;

The family suggests memorial contributions to the funeral home to assist with expenses.&nbsp;

Ryan "Bubba" Barnes, 27, of St. Joseph, passed away January 6, 2020.Ryan was born on June 7, 1992&nbsp; in St. Joseph to Dave &amp; Patty (Fattig) Barnes.&nbsp;He attended Benton High School and obtained his GED.&nbsp; Ryan loved spending time with his friends, music and video games.&nbsp;Preceded in death:&nbsp; grandfather, Delbert Fattig; paternal grandparents, James Pickrel &amp; Ellen Barnes; aunt, Rhonda Fattig; great-aunt, Helen Pickrel.&nbsp;Survivors:&nbsp; parents; maternal grandmother, Levetta Fattig; cousin who was like a brother, Kyle Weldon; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.&nbsp;Visitation:&nbsp; 5:00-7:00 PM; Friday; January 10, 2020 at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel.&nbsp;Funeral:&nbsp; 1:00 PM, Saturday, January 11, 2020 at our chapel.&nbsp; Interment:&nbsp; Armstrong Cemetery in Rushville, Missouri.&nbsp;The family suggests memorial contributions to the funeral home to assist with expenses.&nbsp;<figure>
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On Wednesday, January 1st, 2020, Don L. Sherman, loving father and grandfather passed away peacefully at the age of 76.

Don was born on February 28th, 1943. He was raised by his grandparents in St. Joseph, MO. After school he joined the army for a brief period before being honorably discharged. He later married Marilynn Nolan and they had four children.&nbsp; Don ran a successful business for many years in St. Joseph until he retired in his early 60’s. He was a life long supporter of the Leukemia Society and UNICEF. He developed a passion for watching sports in his retirement years and loved football. He was an exceptionally intelligent person who loved reading and had a very quick wit. He was always fun to be around and loved to make people smile. He truly loved life and valued the joy that friends and family brought him.

Don is survived by his three sons; Mike Sherman, Brian Sherman, D Byron, and granddaughter, Lindsay Sherman.

Friends and family whose lives were touched by Don are welcome to attend a graveside funeral service that will be held on Friday, January 10th at 11:00 AM at Memorial Cemetery in Saint Joseph, MO.

On Wednesday, January 1st, 2020, Don L. Sherman, loving father and grandfather passed away peacefully at the age of 76.Don was born on February 28th, 1943. He was raised by his grandparents in St. Joseph, MO. After school he joined the army for a brief period before being honorably discharged. He later married Marilynn Nolan and they had four children.&nbsp; Don ran a successful business for many years in St. Joseph until he retired in his early 60’s. He was a life long supporter of the Leukemia Society and UNICEF. He developed a passion for watching sports in his retirement years and loved football. He was an exceptionally intelligent person who loved reading and had a very quick wit. He was always fun to be around and loved to make people smile. He truly loved life and valued the joy that friends and family brought him.Don is survived by his three sons; Mike Sherman, Brian Sherman, D Byron, and granddaughter, Lindsay Sherman.Friends and family whose lives were touched by Don are welcome to attend a graveside funeral service that will be held on Friday, January 10th at 11:00 AM at Memorial Cemetery in Saint Joseph, MO.<figure>
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Don Sherman  1943 - 2020

Fayetta Mizell Cassity, 78, passed away January 4, 2020.

Fayetta was born January 9, 1941 to Charles Fay and Ella Amanda (Vincent) Mizell. She graduated from Faucett High School in 1959 where she was a cheer-leader and played basketball. After graduation, she enrolled in Caster's Beauty Academy and maintained a 50 year career as a hair stylist.

In 1964, she married Lonnie J. Cassity. Her one daughter, Kelley Ann Steele gave her the joy of her life-grandson, Sawyer Dale Marlay. Kelley made her very proud by not only becoming a registered nurse, but also becoming a nurse practitioner.

She loved camping at Table Rock Lake, waterskiing, boating and was a member of the St. Joseph Boat &amp; Yacht Club.

Fayetta loved to socialize by working out with girlfriends and going to the casino.&nbsp; She was fun-loving and a joy to be around and loved by all.

Survivors: &nbsp;daughter, Kelley of St. Joseph and grandson Sawyer of Springfield, MO; sister Delorise (John) Sights; brother Vincent (Gail) Mizell; brother-in-law Pat (Susan) Cassity; &nbsp;nieces, Dana Collins and Dawn Laderoute; nephews, Gary Sights, Alan Mizell, and Nathan Mizell; &nbsp;greats, Rylie Collins, Alex Laderoute, Dawsen Mizell, and Emma Mizell.

Fayetta was a member of the Faucett Christian Church.

Memorial Service:&nbsp; 1:00 PM; Friday; January 10, 2020 at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel in St. Joseph, Missouri.&nbsp; Inurnment:&nbsp; Memorial Park Cemetery at a later date.

Remembrances:&nbsp; American Cancer Society or the church.

Fayetta Mizell Cassity, 78, passed away January 4, 2020.Fayetta was born January 9, 1941 to Charles Fay and Ella Amanda (Vincent) Mizell. She graduated from Faucett High School in 1959 where she was a cheer-leader and played basketball. After graduation, she enrolled in Caster's Beauty Academy and maintained a 50 year career as a hair stylist.In 1964, she married Lonnie J. Cassity. Her one daughter, Kelley Ann Steele gave her the joy of her life-grandson, Sawyer Dale Marlay. Kelley made her very proud by not only becoming a registered nurse, but also becoming a nurse practitioner.She loved camping at Table Rock Lake, waterskiing, boating and was a member of the St. Joseph Boat &amp; Yacht Club.Fayetta loved to socialize by working out with girlfriends and going to the casino.&nbsp; She was fun-loving and a joy to be around and loved by all.Survivors: &nbsp;daughter, Kelley of St. Joseph and grandson Sawyer of Springfield, MO; sister Delorise (John) Sights; brother Vincent (Gail) Mizell; brother-in-law Pat (Susan) Cassity; &nbsp;nieces, Dana Collins and Dawn Laderoute; nephews, Gary Sights, Alan Mizell, and Nathan Mizell; &nbsp;greats, Rylie Collins, Alex Laderoute, Dawsen Mizell, and Emma Mizell.Fayetta was a member of the Faucett Christian Church.Memorial Service:&nbsp; 1:00 PM; Friday; January 10, 2020 at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel in St. Joseph, Missouri.&nbsp; Inurnment:&nbsp; Memorial Park Cemetery at a later date.Remembrances:&nbsp; American Cancer Society or the church.<figure>
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Ruth E. Galloway, PhD, 92, Gladstone, Missouri, passed away Sunday, January 5, 2020.

She was born July 30, 1927 in Miller, Nebraska.

Ruth married Leo Galloway June 6, 1954; he preceded her in death February 14, 2012.

She received her Bachelor of Education degree at Kearney State Teacher’s College in Kearney, Nebraska and Doctor of Philosophy from Texas Tech University in 1972. She taught English for 27 years at Texas Tech and Missouri Western State College.

Ruth was a member of 1st Baptist Church of Savannah, Phi Beta Kappa, and Delta Kappa Gamma Society.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Leo; parents, Allen and Lenna (Edwards) Dunbar; sister, Dorothy Moore and brother, Joseph Dunbar.

Survivors include Wayne Hilder and family, David (Leigh Porter, Rebecca, Kevin, Kay, Todd Hilder; other nieces and nephews, Jacque Triplett (Rick, Jan Kauk (Bruce, John Bennett (MaryLynn) Sherry Hubbard (Perry); numerous great-nieces and nephews.

Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Saturday, 1st Baptist Church, Savannah, Missouri. The family will gather with friends 11:30 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. Saturday, 1st Baptist Church, Savannah, Missouri. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations be made to Dr. Leo Galloway Biology Scholarship Fund c/o MWSU Foundation.



Ruth E. Galloway, PhD, 92, Gladstone, Missouri, passed away Sunday, January 5, 2020.She was born July 30, 1927 in Miller, Nebraska.Ruth married Leo Galloway June 6, 1954; he preceded her in death February 14, 2012.She received her Bachelor of Education degree at Kearney State Teacher’s College in Kearney, Nebraska and Doctor of Philosophy from Texas Tech University in 1972. She taught English for 27 years at Texas Tech and Missouri Western State College.Ruth was a member of 1st Baptist Church of Savannah, Phi Beta Kappa, and Delta Kappa Gamma Society.She was preceded in death by her husband, Leo; parents, Allen and Lenna (Edwards) Dunbar; sister, Dorothy Moore and brother, Joseph Dunbar.Survivors include Wayne Hilder and family, David (Leigh Porter, Rebecca, Kevin, Kay, Todd Hilder; other nieces and nephews, Jacque Triplett (Rick, Jan Kauk (Bruce, John Bennett (MaryLynn) Sherry Hubbard (Perry); numerous great-nieces and nephews.Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Saturday, 1st Baptist Church, Savannah, Missouri. The family will gather with friends 11:30 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. Saturday, 1st Baptist Church, Savannah, Missouri. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations be made to Dr. Leo Galloway Biology Scholarship Fund c/o MWSU Foundation.

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Carol Florence Bertol, 79, St. Joseph, died Thursday, January 2, 2020.

Born February 7, 1940, in Chicago, ILL., she was preceded in death by parents, Robert and Helen (Miller) White.

A graduate of Lafayette High School and Park College, Parkville, MO. Carol was employed by a publishing company and law firm in New York.

Survivors: cousins, Dan Munzing, Vancouver, Washington, Joan Byers, Estes Park, Colorado, Amy Stephens, Westminster, Colorado, Marilyn (Bob) Lettimore, Longmont, Colorado; and friends, Alice and Larry McVicker, St. Joseph.

Inurnment: Mount Auburn Cemetery, St. Joseph. Arrangements: Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory, St. Joseph.



Carol Florence Bertol, 79, St. Joseph, died Thursday, January 2, 2020.Born February 7, 1940, in Chicago, ILL., she was preceded in death by parents, Robert and Helen (Miller) White.A graduate of Lafayette High School and Park College, Parkville, MO. Carol was employed by a publishing company and law firm in New York.Survivors: cousins, Dan Munzing, Vancouver, Washington, Joan Byers, Estes Park, Colorado, Amy Stephens, Westminster, Colorado, Marilyn (Bob) Lettimore, Longmont, Colorado; and friends, Alice and Larry McVicker, St. Joseph.Inurnment: Mount Auburn Cemetery, St. Joseph. Arrangements: Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory, St. Joseph.

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Bill Crawford, 83, of Asbury, Missouri, passed away peacefully at home on January 6, 2020.

Bill Crawford was born at Methodist Hospital, in St. Joseph, Missouri, on June 25, 1936.&nbsp; He was the only child of Reed and Mildred Crawford.&nbsp;

The first three years of Bill’s life, the family lived on a farm north of Fillmore, where Reed was a farmer and Mildred taught at the Gravel Wall Country School.&nbsp; In 1939, they moved to Savannah, where Reed went to work for the R.E.A. securing easements signing up farmers for electricity provided by the R.E.A.

&nbsp;Bill attended Savannah schools and graduated in 1954.&nbsp; He was very active in sports and was the proud recipient of the Chard Award. Bill then went on to college at Northwest Missouri State, where he graduated in 1958.&nbsp;

Bill then moved to Kansas City, where he worked in the insurance industry for the next 11 years.&nbsp; In 1969, Bill moved back to Savannah so he could raise his two children, Mark and Kerri, in the Savannah area.&nbsp; Both Mark and Kerri graduated from Savannah High School.

In 1970, Bill bought the property on the north side of the curve on 71 Highway, where he built The Country Store, a liquor store and Snax-N-Stuff Restaurant (now Jesse’s Last Stop). He then moved to Kansas, where he became city manager and grant writer for several small cities. It was in Kansas that he met and married Evelyn, with whom he enjoyed 25 years of marriage.

Survivors include his wife, Evelyn; his children: Mark and Nancy Crawford, Kerri and Paul Jewett, Jason and Paula Kermashek, and Lisa and Damon Mattson; his grandchildren: Katie and Adam Vanderpool, Hunter Jewett and Norah Kermashek, as well as a great grandson, Jackson Vanderpool. Preceding Bill in death were his parents, Reed and Mildred, and all his aunts and uncles. Bill was also a member of First Christian Church,&nbsp; Savannah Masonic Lodge, and Moila Shriners.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Transportation funds of Mirza Shriners or Moila Shriners.

&nbsp;Funeral services will be held, Thursday, &nbsp;January 9, 2020, at 1:00 p.m. at Heaton-Bowman-Smith Savannah Chapel.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Fillmore Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until service time at the chapel on Thursday.

Bill Crawford, 83, of Asbury, Missouri, passed away peacefully at home on January 6, 2020.Bill Crawford was born at Methodist Hospital, in St. Joseph, Missouri, on June 25, 1936.&nbsp; He was the only child of Reed and Mildred Crawford.&nbsp;The first three years of Bill’s life, the family lived on a farm north of Fillmore, where Reed was a farmer and Mildred taught at the Gravel Wall Country School.&nbsp; In 1939, they moved to Savannah, where Reed went to work for the R.E.A. securing easements signing up farmers for electricity provided by the R.E.A.&nbsp;Bill attended Savannah schools and graduated in 1954.&nbsp; He was very active in sports and was the proud recipient of the Chard Award. Bill then went on to college at Northwest Missouri State, where he graduated in 1958.&nbsp;Bill then moved to Kansas City, where he worked in the insurance industry for the next 11 years.&nbsp; In 1969, Bill moved back to Savannah so he could raise his two children, Mark and Kerri, in the Savannah area.&nbsp; Both Mark and Kerri graduated from Savannah High School.In 1970, Bill bought the property on the north side of the curve on 71 Highway, where he built The Country Store, a liquor store and Snax-N-Stuff Restaurant (now Jesse’s Last Stop). He then moved to Kansas, where he became city manager and grant writer for several small cities. It was in Kansas that he met and married Evelyn, with whom he enjoyed 25 years of marriage.Survivors include his wife, Evelyn; his children: Mark and Nancy Crawford, Kerri and Paul Jewett, Jason and Paula Kermashek, and Lisa and Damon Mattson; his grandchildren: Katie and Adam Vanderpool, Hunter Jewett and Norah Kermashek, as well as a great grandson, Jackson Vanderpool. Preceding Bill in death were his parents, Reed and Mildred, and all his aunts and uncles. Bill was also a member of First Christian Church,&nbsp; Savannah Masonic Lodge, and Moila Shriners.Memorial contributions may be made to the Transportation funds of Mirza Shriners or Moila Shriners.&nbsp;Funeral services will be held, Thursday, &nbsp;January 9, 2020, at 1:00 p.m. at Heaton-Bowman-Smith Savannah Chapel.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Fillmore Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until service time at the chapel on Thursday.<figure>
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Scott Butner, 51, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, January 6, 2020.

He was born May 19, 1968 in St. Joseph, Missouri.

Scott was a graduate of Central High School Class of 1986. He was a gifted athlete and excelled in football at the High School and College level.

He proudly served in the U.S. Navy and worked for many years at the V.F.W. while he lived in Alabama.

Scott loved his Chiefs, Alabama and his dog Casey. He loved people and never knew a stranger.

Survivors include parents, Ann Bosch (Steve, Dan Butner (Ramona); sister, Danielle Flowers (Conn); brothers, Mark Butner, Lyle Shaver; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles and friends.

The family will gather with friends 2:00 to 4:00 P.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Inurnment at a later date.In lieu of flowers the family requests donatons to The V.F.W. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.



Scott Butner, 51, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, January 6, 2020.He was born May 19, 1968 in St. Joseph, Missouri.Scott was a graduate of Central High School Class of 1986. He was a gifted athlete and excelled in football at the High School and College level.He proudly served in the U.S. Navy and worked for many years at the V.F.W. while he lived in Alabama.Scott loved his Chiefs, Alabama and his dog Casey. He loved people and never knew a stranger.Survivors include parents, Ann Bosch (Steve, Dan Butner (Ramona); sister, Danielle Flowers (Conn); brothers, Mark Butner, Lyle Shaver; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles and friends.The family will gather with friends 2:00 to 4:00 P.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Inurnment at a later date.In lieu of flowers the family requests donatons to The V.F.W. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

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Doris Winslow, 74, of St. Joseph, passed away Sunday, January 5, 2020 at Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph. 

She was born February 15, 1945 in Alamo, TN, daughter of Elberta and Jesse Hughes. She attended Benton High School. Doris married Elvin Winslow on May 13, 1993. She worked at Silgan Container and retired after nearly 30 years. She enjoyed fishing, was a longtime avid bowler and also enjoyed quilting/knitting. Doris would knit hats and scarves and pass them out to school children in the community . She was also active member at Grace Evangelical Church and loved to volunteer. Doris will be remembered for her love for others, and will continue to help others as she was an organ donor. 

Doris was preceded in death by father, Jesse Hughes, mother, Elberta Hughes, great-grandson, Simon Turner, brothers, Bill Hughes and TB Hughes, sisters, Betty Hoover, Eddie May Mace and Margaret Lewis. 

Survivors include, husband, Elvin Winslow of the home, daughters, Belinda (Randy) Gann of St. Joseph, Pam (Mike) Swift of Mt. Washington, KY, Sherri Spaeth of Platte City, MO, and step-daughter, Merihelen (Andy) Markt of Oregon, MO, sister, Jettie Cline, 12 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

Mrs. Winslow has been cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home. A Memorial Service will be 11:00 am, Thursday, January 9, 2020 at Grace Evangelical Church, Pastor David Ernst officiating, The family will receive friends from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM on Thursday at the Grace Evangelical Church. Memorials are requested to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Doris Winslow, 74, of St. Joseph, passed away Sunday, January 5, 2020 at Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph. She was born February 15, 1945 in Alamo, TN, daughter of Elberta and Jesse Hughes. She attended Benton High School. Doris married Elvin Winslow on May 13, 1993. She worked at Silgan Container and retired after nearly 30 years. She enjoyed fishing, was a longtime avid bowler and also enjoyed quilting/knitting. Doris would knit hats and scarves and pass them out to school children in the community . She was also active member at Grace Evangelical Church and loved to volunteer. Doris will be remembered for her love for others, and will continue to help others as she was an organ donor. Doris was preceded in death by father, Jesse Hughes, mother, Elberta Hughes, great-grandson, Simon Turner, brothers, Bill Hughes and TB Hughes, sisters, Betty Hoover, Eddie May Mace and Margaret Lewis. Survivors include, husband, Elvin Winslow of the home, daughters, Belinda (Randy) Gann of St. Joseph, Pam (Mike) Swift of Mt. Washington, KY, Sherri Spaeth of Platte City, MO, and step-daughter, Merihelen (Andy) Markt of Oregon, MO, sister, Jettie Cline, 12 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.Mrs. Winslow has been cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home. A Memorial Service will be 11:00 am, Thursday, January 9, 2020 at Grace Evangelical Church, Pastor David Ernst officiating, The family will receive friends from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM on Thursday at the Grace Evangelical Church. Memorials are requested to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.<figure>
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Lawrence "Larry" Dean Dawson 69, of Platte City, Missouri, passed away Sunday, January 5, 2020 at the North Kansas Hospital. 

He was born November 15, 1950 in St. Joseph, MO, son of the late Elmer and Lucille Dawson. He graduated from Central HS and Missouri Western State University with a BS in Business. He married Paulette Kingsley on April 1, 1972 in St. Joseph. Larry was a professional salesman, world class raconteur and modern day genius. He had a infectious laugh, loved life, was always there for his family, and never knew a stranger. Larry enjoyed being in the outdoors, fishing, hunting, and was a member of the Bigelow Big Bucks Club. He had a gift for building, fixing, and modifying anything. But most of all he was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend, who will be missed by all. 

Larry was preceded in death by his parents, and a brother, Cecil Dawson. 

Survivors include, wife, Paulette Dawson of the home, son, Nick (Patti) Dawson, St. Petersburg, FL, daughter, Andrea (Jon) Miller, Tulsa, OK, granddaughters, Grace &amp; Mary Miller, and brother, Kenny (Carol) Dawson of Eugene, OR, and his dog Muffy.

Funeral services: 11:00 am, Saturday, January 11, 2020 at Horigan Chapel, Pastor Brady Testorff officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Friday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The entombment will be at the Mount Olivet Cemetery. Memorials are requested in lieu of flowers to Project Hope Worldwide in memory of Larry Dawson to support his granddaughter Grace’s passion for serving orphans in Nicauragua. By check : Project Hope Worldwide, PO Box 845, Owasso, OK 74055, online projecthopeworldwide.org - choose donate, designation short term mission trip in memory of Larry Dawson. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com .



Lawrence "Larry" Dean Dawson 69, of Platte City, Missouri, passed away Sunday, January 5, 2020 at the North Kansas Hospital. He was born November 15, 1950 in St. Joseph, MO, son of the late Elmer and Lucille Dawson. He graduated from Central HS and Missouri Western State University with a BS in Business. He married Paulette Kingsley on April 1, 1972 in St. Joseph. Larry was a professional salesman, world class raconteur and modern day genius. He had a infectious laugh, loved life, was always there for his family, and never knew a stranger. Larry enjoyed being in the outdoors, fishing, hunting, and was a member of the Bigelow Big Bucks Club. He had a gift for building, fixing, and modifying anything. But most of all he was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend, who will be missed by all. Larry was preceded in death by his parents, and a brother, Cecil Dawson. Survivors include, wife, Paulette Dawson of the home, son, Nick (Patti) Dawson, St. Petersburg, FL, daughter, Andrea (Jon) Miller, Tulsa, OK, granddaughters, Grace &amp; Mary Miller, and brother, Kenny (Carol) Dawson of Eugene, OR, and his dog Muffy.Funeral services: 11:00 am, Saturday, January 11, 2020 at Horigan Chapel, Pastor Brady Testorff officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Friday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The entombment will be at the Mount Olivet Cemetery. Memorials are requested in lieu of flowers to Project Hope Worldwide in memory of Larry Dawson to support his granddaughter Grace’s passion for serving orphans in Nicauragua. By check : Project Hope Worldwide, PO Box 845, Owasso, OK 74055, online projecthopeworldwide.org - choose donate, designation short term mission trip in memory of Larry Dawson. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com .

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Charlene Harris, 80, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, January 6, 2020.

She was born September 16, 1939 in St. Joseph, Missouri.

Charlene married Robert Lee Harris August 27, 1955. He survives of the home.

She was a driver for the Oats Bus and School District.

Charlene was a member of Midwest Camping Club, Paul’s RV Camping Club, Good Jo Jam Camping Club.

She was preceded in death by her daughter, Denise Harris; parents, Aubrey and Madeline (Marriott) Silvey; brother, TL Silvey (Arlene).

Additional survivors include daughter, Debbie Worley (Robert); son, Randy Harris; grandchildren, Edward Weber (Kristen, Angelica Edwards, Charla Harris, Little Randy Harris; several great-grandchildren.

Farewell Services 3:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Inurnment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 1:30 to 2:30 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to Interserv, St. Joseph, Missouri. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.



Charlene Harris, 80, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, January 6, 2020.She was born September 16, 1939 in St. Joseph, Missouri.Charlene married Robert Lee Harris August 27, 1955. He survives of the home.She was a driver for the Oats Bus and School District.Charlene was a member of Midwest Camping Club, Paul’s RV Camping Club, Good Jo Jam Camping Club.She was an avid trout fisherman.She was preceded in death by her daughter, Denise Harris; parents, Aubrey and Madeline (Marriott) Silvey; brother, TL Silvey (Arlene).Additional survivors include daughter, Debbie Worley (Robert); son, Randy Harris; grandchildren, Edward Weber (Kristen, Angelica Edwards, Charla Harris, Little Randy Harris; several great-grandchildren.Farewell Services 3:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Inurnment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 1:30 to 2:30 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to Interserv, St. Joseph, Missouri. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

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Roger William Selman, 67, of Hiawatha, passed away December 27, 2019, at the Sabetha Manor in Sabetha, KS.

He was born March 3, 1952 to the late Wesley and Mary Ann Selman at Falls City, Nebraska.

He married Judy Trecek in Hiawatha on August 25, 1973, later they divorced.

He is survived by two sons: Jeffrey Scott Selman of Florence, AL, Jason Allen Selman, grandchildren: Jaxston and Scarlet Selman of Omaha, NE. Also surviving are a sister Diana (Jake) Stephens of Waynesboro, TN, brother Richard (Mary Ellen) Selman of Fort Collins, CO. aunts: Linda (Glenn) Hennigan of Sabetha, KS, Beverly (the late Bobby) Selman of Hiawatha, numerous cousins, nephews and nieces.Roger attended Hiawatha Schools, He was an automotive technician in Omaha, NE, and later in Tennessee.

He was cremated with private burial later at Mount Hope Cemetery in Hiawatha.

Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, Hiawatha, is assisting the family.

Roger William Selman, 67, of Hiawatha, passed away December 27, 2019, at the Sabetha Manor in Sabetha, KS.He was born March 3, 1952 to the late Wesley and Mary Ann Selman at Falls City, Nebraska.He married Judy Trecek in Hiawatha on August 25, 1973, later they divorced.He is survived by two sons: Jeffrey Scott Selman of Florence, AL, Jason Allen Selman, grandchildren: Jaxston and Scarlet Selman of Omaha, NE. Also surviving are a sister Diana (Jake) Stephens of Waynesboro, TN, brother Richard (Mary Ellen) Selman of Fort Collins, CO. aunts: Linda (Glenn) Hennigan of Sabetha, KS, Beverly (the late Bobby) Selman of Hiawatha, numerous cousins, nephews and nieces.Roger attended Hiawatha Schools, He was an automotive technician in Omaha, NE, and later in Tennessee.He was cremated with private burial later at Mount Hope Cemetery in Hiawatha.Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, Hiawatha, is assisting the family.

Roger William Selman  1952 - 2019

Lola Marie Atkins, 92, passed away on Friday, January 3, 2020 at a local nursing home in Savannah, MO.

She was born August 1, 1927 in Fillmore, MO to the late Albert and Marie (Hatcher) Shaffer.

She married Glenn Dale Atkins in Savannah, MO on January 12, 1947.

Lola loved watching her sons and grandchildren play in all sports throughout the years. She loved fishing, bowling, and was an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan. She also enjoyed the many trips and vacations she took with family and friends. She was a member of Rosendale Christian Church.

She is survived by her husband of 72 years, Glenn Dale; sons Randy (Linda) Atkins and Ricky (Lori) Atkins all of Rosendale, Eugene Atkins of Fillmore; daughter-in-law Cheryl Atkins of Rea; sisters Darlene Polsgrove of Oregon, MO and Beverly Hopkins of St. Joseph; 8 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Diana Marie, and a son, Danny Atkins; her parents; sisters Alberta Ramsey, Imo Lee, Phyllis Fasching, and brother Francis Shaffer.

Family visitation and receiving hours will be Monday, January 6, 2020 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at Heaton-Bowman-Smith Savannah Chapel.

Funeral services will be 10:00 AM, Tuesday, January 7, 2020 at Rosendale Christian Church, Rosendale, MO.

Burial will be in Fillmore Cemetery, Fillmore, MO.

Memorials may be given to Flaming Spirit Christian Service Camp.

Lola Marie Atkins, 92, passed away on Friday, January 3, 2020 at a local nursing home in Savannah, MO.She was born August 1, 1927 in Fillmore, MO to the late Albert and Marie (Hatcher) Shaffer.She married Glenn Dale Atkins in Savannah, MO on January 12, 1947.Lola loved watching her sons and grandchildren play in all sports throughout the years. She loved fishing, bowling, and was an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan. She also enjoyed the many trips and vacations she took with family and friends. She was a member of Rosendale Christian Church.She is survived by her husband of 72 years, Glenn Dale; sons Randy (Linda) Atkins and Ricky (Lori) Atkins all of Rosendale, Eugene Atkins of Fillmore; daughter-in-law Cheryl Atkins of Rea; sisters Darlene Polsgrove of Oregon, MO and Beverly Hopkins of St. Joseph; 8 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Diana Marie, and a son, Danny Atkins; her parents; sisters Alberta Ramsey, Imo Lee, Phyllis Fasching, and brother Francis Shaffer.Family visitation and receiving hours will be Monday, January 6, 2020 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at Heaton-Bowman-Smith Savannah Chapel.Funeral services will be 10:00 AM, Tuesday, January 7, 2020 at Rosendale Christian Church, Rosendale, MO.Burial will be in Fillmore Cemetery, Fillmore, MO.Memorials may be given to Flaming Spirit Christian Service Camp.<figure>
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Mary Helen Coates (Smock) 71, St Joseph passed away January 3, 2020 with family by her side.

Mary was born March 4, 1948 to William and Jeanette Smock (Hester) and lived her early life in Maitland, MO. She graduated from Nodaway Holt High School in 1966.

Mary spent her professional career in human resources. She worked at Regal Textile in Maryville, MO, Half Price Store and CD Smith in St. Joseph, MO, Weld Wheel, Arrowhead Grating, and Northland Dependency in Kansas City, MO and at WRDCC.

Mary loved to play Bridge and Cribbage. She enjoyed anything to do with her grandchildren, Watching them play basketball, baseball, volleyball or watching band or choir concerts. She was Lafayette Booster Club President from 1987-1989.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents, and granddaughter, Alyssa.

Survivors include her children, Scott Coates (Amber) and Jennifer Koch (Kyle, Grandchildren, Bailey, Tyson, Dayne, Madelynn, and Jacob, and brother, Robert Smock, Nephews, Josh Smock (Jesse, Travis Smock (Kate, and Christopher Smock.

Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 4:00 to 6:00 P.M. Sunday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations Ronald McDonald House.



Mary Helen Coates (Smock) 71, St Joseph passed away January 3, 2020 with family by her side.Mary was born March 4, 1948 to William and Jeanette Smock (Hester) and lived her early life in Maitland, MO. She graduated from Nodaway Holt High School in 1966.Mary had 2 children, Scott and Jennifer.Mary spent her professional career in human resources. She worked at Regal Textile in Maryville, MO, Half Price Store and CD Smith in St. Joseph, MO, Weld Wheel, Arrowhead Grating, and Northland Dependency in Kansas City, MO and at WRDCC.Mary loved to play Bridge and Cribbage. She enjoyed anything to do with her grandchildren, Watching them play basketball, baseball, volleyball or watching band or choir concerts. She was Lafayette Booster Club President from 1987-1989.Mary was preceded in death by her parents, and granddaughter, Alyssa.Survivors include her children, Scott Coates (Amber) and Jennifer Koch (Kyle, Grandchildren, Bailey, Tyson, Dayne, Madelynn, and Jacob, and brother, Robert Smock, Nephews, Josh Smock (Jesse, Travis Smock (Kate, and Christopher Smock.Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 4:00 to 6:00 P.M. Sunday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations Ronald McDonald House.

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Betty Sharp, 85, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, January 3, 2020.

She was born March 7, 1934 to Walter and Veda (McCoppin) Sharp in Rea, Missouri.

Betty was preceded in death by her parents; and siblings, William Sharp, Emma Jean Fifer and Robert Sharp.

Survivors include her numerous nieces and nephews.

Farewell Graveside Services 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, Bolckow Cemetery.



Betty Sharp, 85, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, January 3, 2020.She was born March 7, 1934 to Walter and Veda (McCoppin) Sharp in Rea, Missouri.Betty was preceded in death by her parents; and siblings, William Sharp, Emma Jean Fifer and Robert Sharp.Survivors include her numerous nieces and nephews.Farewell Graveside Services 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, Bolckow Cemetery.

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Betty Lou Sharp  1934 - 2020

Kathy Diane Murphy 68, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Friday January 3, 2020 in a Saint Joseph, MO hospital. 

She was born June 12, 1951 in St. Joseph, Missouri and graduated from Benton High School class of 1969. She worked at Shafers News, Palmers News, and Ozark News as a route delivery person for over 30 years. Kathy loved fishing and bowling. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, Bill Cook, and Neoma Cook-Cogdill, daughters, Dustie Diane Murphy, and Gina Carole Watkins, and a Billie Jean Cook. 

Survivors include son, Roger (Brooke) Murphy, Jr., Elwood, KS, 8 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, brothers, Gary (Cindy) Cook, and Charles Ray (Debbie) Cook, sisters, Ramona Joyce, Carla Gallagher, Channon Gnat, Danette (Don) Peters, and Darla (Pat) Wertin. 

The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm on Monday 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

Kathy Diane Murphy 68, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Friday January 3, 2020 in a Saint Joseph, MO hospital. She was born June 12, 1951 in St. Joseph, Missouri and graduated from Benton High School class of 1969. She worked at Shafers News, Palmers News, and Ozark News as a route delivery person for over 30 years. Kathy loved fishing and bowling. She was preceded in death by her parents, Bill Cook, and Neoma Cook-Cogdill, daughters, Dustie Diane Murphy, and Gina Carole Watkins, and a Billie Jean Cook. Survivors include son, Roger (Brooke) Murphy, Jr., Elwood, KS, 8 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, brothers, Gary (Cindy) Cook, and Charles Ray (Debbie) Cook, sisters, Ramona Joyce, Carla Gallagher, Channon Gnat, Danette (Don) Peters, and Darla (Pat) Wertin. The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm on Monday 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

Kathy Diane Murphy  1951 - 2020



Mary Ellen Diem 83, of Cosby, Missouri, passed away Sunday, January 5, 2020 at her home. 

She was born November 2, 1936 in Pattonsburg, MO, daughter of the late Dorothy and Kenneth Lasher. She graduated from Pattonsburg High School and married Donald Diem on December 23, 1977. She was a homemaker, who enjoyed sewing, cooking, being a farmwife, taking care of the cows, and gardening, and she loved to talk. She will be sadly missed by her family and many friends. She was a former member of the Nazerene Church of Brookfield and the Helena Baptist Church. 

Mary was preceded in death by husband, Donald Diem, son, Kenneth "Jim" Claypool, her parents, sisters, Carol and Irene Irene Lasher. 

Survivors include, daughter, Jeanie Claypool, and 7 grandchildren 11 great grandchildren.

Funeral services: 2:00 pm, Friday, January 10, 2020 at Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Ron Nichols officiating, The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM on Friday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Amity Cemetery. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.



Mary Ellen Diem 83, of Cosby, Missouri, passed away Sunday, January 5, 2020 at her home. She was born November 2, 1936 in Pattonsburg, MO, daughter of the late Dorothy and Kenneth Lasher. She graduated from Pattonsburg High School and married Donald Diem on December 23, 1977. She was a homemaker, who enjoyed sewing, cooking, being a farmwife, taking care of the cows, and gardening, and she loved to talk. She will be sadly missed by her family and many friends. She was a former member of the Nazerene Church of Brookfield and the Helena Baptist Church. Mary was preceded in death by husband, Donald Diem, son, Kenneth "Jim" Claypool, her parents, sisters, Carol and Irene Irene Lasher. Survivors include, daughter, Jeanie Claypool, and 7 grandchildren 11 great grandchildren.Funeral services: 2:00 pm, Friday, January 10, 2020 at Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Ron Nichols officiating, The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM on Friday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Amity Cemetery. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

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Donald "MG" Mathews, 66, of St. Joseph, passed away Saturday, January 4, 2020 at Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph. 

He was born March 7, 1953 in Independence, MO, son of Evelyn and Donald Mathews. He graduated from Van Horn High School. He attended Butler County Community College, Missouri Southern State and Missouri Western State College, playing football for all 3. He married Janis Stevenson on September 4, 1976. Don drove a truck for American Freight, retiring due to an injury. His hobbies included hunting and fishing and grilling. He was an avid sports fan, especially KC Chiefs, KC Royals and the Mizzou Tigers. Don enjoyed watching his kids and now grandchildren play sports. He was known by many as "MG", or "Big Don". He was a man of many stories, always there for his family and could brighten any room. 

Don was preceded in death by father, Donald Lee Mathews, mother, Evelyn Mathews. 

Survivors include, wife, Janis Mathews of the home, 3 son's, Chad (Sarah) Mathews of St. Joseph, Dustin Mathews of St. Joseph, and Brandon (Tanya) Mathews of Hamilton, MO and his 5 grandchildren, Jaden, Chase, Noah, Devon, Boston.

Don has been cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Saturday at the Rupp Funeral Home, with a Memorial Service following at 5:00 p.m. Online condolences and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Donald "MG" Mathews, 66, of St. Joseph, passed away Saturday, January 4, 2020 at Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph. He was born March 7, 1953 in Independence, MO, son of Evelyn and Donald Mathews. He graduated from Van Horn High School. He attended Butler County Community College, Missouri Southern State and Missouri Western State College, playing football for all 3. He married Janis Stevenson on September 4, 1976. Don drove a truck for American Freight, retiring due to an injury. His hobbies included hunting and fishing and grilling. He was an avid sports fan, especially KC Chiefs, KC Royals and the Mizzou Tigers. Don enjoyed watching his kids and now grandchildren play sports. He was known by many as "MG", or "Big Don". He was a man of many stories, always there for his family and could brighten any room. Don was preceded in death by father, Donald Lee Mathews, mother, Evelyn Mathews. Survivors include, wife, Janis Mathews of the home, 3 son's, Chad (Sarah) Mathews of St. Joseph, Dustin Mathews of St. Joseph, and Brandon (Tanya) Mathews of Hamilton, MO and his 5 grandchildren, Jaden, Chase, Noah, Devon, Boston.Don has been cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Saturday at the Rupp Funeral Home, with a Memorial Service following at 5:00 p.m. Online condolences and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.<figure>
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Dean Blanton, 81, of St. Joseph, Missouri formerly of Troy, Kansas passed away Saturday, January 4, 2020 at his home.

Dean was born on February 24, 1938 in Fanning, Kansas to Floyd David and Mary Ellen (Simpson) Blanton.

He was a heavy equipment operator for Sprague Excavating and a truck driver for Crouch Brothers.

Dean married Ellen Ulmer on December 22, 2000. She survives of the home.

He was preceded in death by his parents, step-son, Kyle Fowler, and great-grandson, Caden Blanton.

Additional survivors include his children, Jimmy Blanton (Karen,

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Hombre Blanton (Elicia,

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Travis Blanton (Candace,

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Sherry Smith,

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Step-children, Linda Riedel (Mag,

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Denice Fowler (Brandon,

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 24 Grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Brothers, Garland Blanton,

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Gus Blanton (Donna,

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Dwayne Blanton (Peggy,

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Numerous nieces and nephews and beloved cat, Molly.

Funeral Service: 2:00 P.M. Friday, January 10, 2020

&nbsp; At the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Troy, Kansas.

Visitation: 12 noon Friday, 2 hours prior to service.

Burial: Mount Olive Cemetery, Troy, Kansas.

In Lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Dean Blanton Memorial Fund in c/o the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home P.O. Box 426 Wathena, KS. 66090 or the Nodaway Valley Bank at Belt and Faron.

Dean Blanton, 81, of St. Joseph, Missouri formerly of Troy, Kansas passed away Saturday, January 4, 2020 at his home.Dean was born on February 24, 1938 in Fanning, Kansas to Floyd David and Mary Ellen (Simpson) Blanton.He was a heavy equipment operator for Sprague Excavating and a truck driver for Crouch Brothers.Dean married Ellen Ulmer on December 22, 2000. She survives of the home.He was preceded in death by his parents, step-son, Kyle Fowler, and great-grandson, Caden Blanton.Additional survivors include his children, Jimmy Blanton (Karen,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Hombre Blanton (Elicia,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Travis Blanton (Candace,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Sherry Smith,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Step-children, Linda Riedel (Mag,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Denice Fowler (Brandon,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 24 Grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Brothers, Garland Blanton,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Gus Blanton (Donna,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Dwayne Blanton (Peggy,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Numerous nieces and nephews and beloved cat, Molly.Funeral Service: 2:00 P.M. Friday, January 10, 2020&nbsp; At the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Troy, Kansas.Visitation: 12 noon Friday, 2 hours prior to service.Friends may call after 12 noon Thursday.Burial: Mount Olive Cemetery, Troy, Kansas.In Lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Dean Blanton Memorial Fund in c/o the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home P.O. Box 426 Wathena, KS. 66090 or the Nodaway Valley Bank at Belt and Faron.www.harmanrohde.com<figure>
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Delbert Hutchison, 62, of Agency, MO, passed away Tuesday, December 31, 2019.

Delbert was born August 14, 1957 in Liberty, Missouri to Elbert and Vada Hutchison. On December 15, 1990 Delbert married Karen&nbsp; Horrocks.

Delbert enjoyed tinkering in his garage, fishing with his boys and being with his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents, nephew Michael Hutchison and his in-laws James and Dorothy Horrocks.

Survivors include his wife Karen of the home, children Adam Sharp (Tammy,&nbsp; Brian Sharp (Kate, Bradley Dodson (Megan,Frederick Muller (Kaitlyn, Kevin Hutchison, Richard Muller( Krystal, fifteen grandchildren, two great grandchildren,&nbsp; his two dogs Daisy and Lady, and many extended family members.

Services 12:00 PM Tuesday, January 7th at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel in St. Joseph.

Visitation will be an hour prior to the service.&nbsp; Interment Faucett Cemetery.

The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the South Central Buchanan County Fire Department.

Delbert Hutchison, 62, of Agency, MO, passed away Tuesday, December 31, 2019.Delbert was born August 14, 1957 in Liberty, Missouri to Elbert and Vada Hutchison. On December 15, 1990 Delbert married Karen&nbsp; Horrocks.Delbert enjoyed tinkering in his garage, fishing with his boys and being with his family.He was preceded in death by his parents, nephew Michael Hutchison and his in-laws James and Dorothy Horrocks.Survivors include his wife Karen of the home, children Adam Sharp (Tammy,&nbsp; Brian Sharp (Kate, Bradley Dodson (Megan,Frederick Muller (Kaitlyn, Kevin Hutchison, Richard Muller( Krystal, fifteen grandchildren, two great grandchildren,&nbsp; his two dogs Daisy and Lady, and many extended family members.Services 12:00 PM Tuesday, January 7th at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel in St. Joseph.Visitation will be an hour prior to the service.&nbsp; Interment Faucett Cemetery.The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the South Central Buchanan County Fire Department.<figure>
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Delbert Hutchison  1957 - 2019

Lawrence Samuel Bruce, 81 of Savannah, MO, passed away Thursday, &nbsp;January 2, 2020 at LaVerna Village in Savannah.

He was born on February 26, 1938 in Red Oak IA to the late Edwin and Katherine (Shaub) Bruce.

He married Florena Mae Perdue in Council Bluffs, IA, on August 4, 1956. She survives him of the home.

Lawrence spent his career with the United States Air Force attaining the rank of Master Sergeant.

Mr. Lawrence was preceded in death by his parents, and brothers and sisters.

In addition to his wife of 63 years, Lawrence is survived by sons; Terry (Helen) Bruce and Larry (Terri) Bruce, &nbsp;grandchildren; Sarah (Chris) Thompson, David Bruce, Michelle (Albert) Moran, and Melissa (John) Ebling, great-grandchildren; Walker and William Thompson, Isabelle and Clarabelle Ebling, Anaiah Arredondo, Madilynn Moran, and brother; Raymond Bruce. &nbsp;

The family will receive friends 5-7 PM, Tuesday, January 7, 2020 at the Heaton-Bowman-Smith Savannah Chapel. &nbsp;

Full Military Honors will be rendered by the U.S. Air Force and the American Legion Post 287 Honor Guard at 7:00 PM on the grounds of the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, the family would like memorial donations be made to the Mission House Covenant Community.

Lawrence Samuel Bruce, 81 of Savannah, MO, passed away Thursday, &nbsp;January 2, 2020 at LaVerna Village in Savannah.He was born on February 26, 1938 in Red Oak IA to the late Edwin and Katherine (Shaub) Bruce.He married Florena Mae Perdue in Council Bluffs, IA, on August 4, 1956. She survives him of the home.Lawrence spent his career with the United States Air Force attaining the rank of Master Sergeant.Mr. Lawrence was preceded in death by his parents, and brothers and sisters.In addition to his wife of 63 years, Lawrence is survived by sons; Terry (Helen) Bruce and Larry (Terri) Bruce, &nbsp;grandchildren; Sarah (Chris) Thompson, David Bruce, Michelle (Albert) Moran, and Melissa (John) Ebling, great-grandchildren; Walker and William Thompson, Isabelle and Clarabelle Ebling, Anaiah Arredondo, Madilynn Moran, and brother; Raymond Bruce. &nbsp;The family will receive friends 5-7 PM, Tuesday, January 7, 2020 at the Heaton-Bowman-Smith Savannah Chapel. &nbsp;Full Military Honors will be rendered by the U.S. Air Force and the American Legion Post 287 Honor Guard at 7:00 PM on the grounds of the funeral home.In lieu of flowers, the family would like memorial donations be made to the Mission House Covenant Community.

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