

Helen M. (Brentano) Wack, 92, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, December 19, 2019 at Mosaic Life Care.

Helen was born in Atchison, Kansas, on November 27, 1927 to Joseph T. and Helen P. Brentano.

Helen graduated from Mt. Saint Scholastica College in 1963 with a degree in Bachelors in English. She graduated from Rutgers University in 1964 with a master’s degree in Library Services. She retired from Colorado State Hospital in Pueblo, Colorado in 1988 as the Head of Library Services.

She and Dunstan J. Wack were united in marriage on April 22, 1972 in Akron, Colorado.

Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Dunstan J. Wack, her parents, brothers Joseph and John Brentano and sister Bernice Barnett.

Survivors include her sister, Sister Alice Brentano of Atchison, Kansas and several nieces and nephews. Helen touched the lives of many people and her presence will be greatly missed.

Memorial Service 1:00 P.M. Saturday, January 4, 2020, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Inurnment Saint Joseph Cemetery, Council Bluffs, Iowa at a later date.



Helen M. (Brentano) Wack, 92, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, December 19, 2019 at Mosaic Life Care.Helen was born in Atchison, Kansas, on November 27, 1927 to Joseph T. and Helen P. Brentano.Helen graduated from Mt. Saint Scholastica College in 1963 with a degree in Bachelors in English. She graduated from Rutgers University in 1964 with a master’s degree in Library Services. She retired from Colorado State Hospital in Pueblo, Colorado in 1988 as the Head of Library Services.She and Dunstan J. Wack were united in marriage on April 22, 1972 in Akron, Colorado.Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Dunstan J. Wack, her parents, brothers Joseph and John Brentano and sister Bernice Barnett.Survivors include her sister, Sister Alice Brentano of Atchison, Kansas and several nieces and nephews. Helen touched the lives of many people and her presence will be greatly missed.Memorial Service 1:00 P.M. Saturday, January 4, 2020, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Inurnment Saint Joseph Cemetery, Council Bluffs, Iowa at a later date.

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Helen M. (Brentano) Wack  1927 - 2019



Roma Anne Marshall, 87, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, December 25, 2019.

She was born March 4, 1932 to Jesse and Edith Lambeth on their farm near Lebanon, Missouri. Roma attended school taught by her mother at Stoutland, Missouri, then attended University of Central Missouri, Warrensburg, Missouri where she met her spouse of 68 years, William “Bill” Dudley Marshall, they were married August 5, 1951.

They had two sons and a daughter whom they raised in Kansas City, Missouri where she was a cub scout den mother, United Way volunteer, charter founding member of Hillside Christian Church and Sunday School teacher. Roma and Bill moved to Des Moines, Iowa to Houston, Texas and then moved to St. Joseph, Missouri to be close to family and joined Ashland United Methodist Church.

She and Bill traveled the U.S. upon his retirement and also overseas from Maine to California and Canada, Scandinavia, Europe and Russia. Her home hobbies were playing bridge, crafts, restoring antiques, a talented upholsterer, and self-taught to cane chairs. Roma would restore dolls using her sewing talent to customize clothes and outfits for hundreds of dolls donated to missions and orphanages at Christmas. She also loved to read.

The past few years she struggled with many health issues including lupus, breast cancer and heart problems. A special thank you to Mosaic Hospice, especially Sarah, Shelly, Krystal, and Laurie for helping her on the final journey.

Roma was preceded in death by her parents.

Survivors include her husband, William “Bill” Dudley Marshall; children, Rick Marshall (Pat, Elsmore, Kansas, Mona Marshall (Dr. Paul, St. Joseph, Missouri, Brad Marshall (Teresa, Signal Mountain, Tennessee; five grandsons, J.W., Jesse (Lindsey, Mason, Drew (Devin, Matthew, one granddaughter, Alex; great-granddaughter, Regan; step-great-granddaughter, Roslyn; one future great-grandchild; plus special close friend, Patty Maxin, Houston, Texas.

Farewell Services 5:00 P.M. Sunday, 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 suggests donation be made to a charity or church of donor’s choice.



Roma Anne Marshall, 87, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, December 25, 2019.She was born March 4, 1932 to Jesse and Edith Lambeth on their farm near Lebanon, Missouri. Roma attended school taught by her mother at Stoutland, Missouri, then attended University of Central Missouri, Warrensburg, Missouri where she met her spouse of 68 years, William “Bill” Dudley Marshall, they were married August 5, 1951.They had two sons and a daughter whom they raised in Kansas City, Missouri where she was a cub scout den mother, United Way volunteer, charter founding member of Hillside Christian Church and Sunday School teacher. Roma and Bill moved to Des Moines, Iowa to Houston, Texas and then moved to St. Joseph, Missouri to be close to family and joined Ashland United Methodist Church.She and Bill traveled the U.S. upon his retirement and also overseas from Maine to California and Canada, Scandinavia, Europe and Russia. Her home hobbies were playing bridge, crafts, restoring antiques, a talented upholsterer, and self-taught to cane chairs. Roma would restore dolls using her sewing talent to customize clothes and outfits for hundreds of dolls donated to missions and orphanages at Christmas. She also loved to read.The past few years she struggled with many health issues including lupus, breast cancer and heart problems. A special thank you to Mosaic Hospice, especially Sarah, Shelly, Krystal, and Laurie for helping her on the final journey.Roma was preceded in death by her parents.Survivors include her husband, William “Bill” Dudley Marshall; children, Rick Marshall (Pat, Elsmore, Kansas, Mona Marshall (Dr. Paul, St. Joseph, Missouri, Brad Marshall (Teresa, Signal Mountain, Tennessee; five grandsons, J.W., Jesse (Lindsey, Mason, Drew (Devin, Matthew, one granddaughter, Alex; great-granddaughter, Regan; step-great-granddaughter, Roslyn; one future great-grandchild; plus special close friend, Patty Maxin, Houston, Texas.Farewell Services 5:00 P.M. Sunday, 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 suggests donation be made to a charity or church of donor’s choice.

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Roma Anne Marshall  1932 - 2019



Sylvia Lea Burns, 73, of Early, IA formerly of Effingham, KS died on Tuesday, December 24, 2019 at the Blackhawk Care Center, Lake View, IA.

Funeral services will be 10:30am on Saturday, Dec. 28th, 2019 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home with Rev. Al Schirmacher, officiating. Burial will follow in the Oak Hill Cemetery; Atchison KS The family will receive friends from 10:00 – 10:30 am on Saturday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Cancer Society and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Sylvia was born on April 12, 1946 in Omaha, NE. She was later adopted by Robert E. and Helen I. (Rigdon) Hamon. She graduated from Atchison County Community High School in 1964. Sylvia worked as a certified nurse’s aide in Sac City, IA and then as a factory worker for a turkey processing plant in Storm Lake, IA. She was married to Donald R. Burns on July 4, 1964. They were later divorced. Sylvia and Don reconciled years later and Don became Sylvia’s caretaker once she was unable to care for herself. Sylvia enjoyed playing cards and doing puzzles.

Survivors include two sons, Donald R. (Lynann) Burns, Spirit Lake, IA, and Ricky A. Burns, Storm Lake, IA, two daughters Sherri (Larry) Vesterby, Ames, IA, and Sandra K. (James) Kracht, Aurelia, IA, seven grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents Robert and Helen, brother Jarrold, and grandson Jamie Lee.



Sylvia Lea Burns, 73, of Early, IA formerly of Effingham, KS died on Tuesday, December 24, 2019 at the Blackhawk Care Center, Lake View, IA.Funeral services will be 10:30am on Saturday, Dec. 28th, 2019 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home with Rev. Al Schirmacher, officiating. Burial will follow in the Oak Hill Cemetery; Atchison KS The family will receive friends from 10:00 – 10:30 am on Saturday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Cancer Society and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.Sylvia was born on April 12, 1946 in Omaha, NE. She was later adopted by Robert E. and Helen I. (Rigdon) Hamon. She graduated from Atchison County Community High School in 1964. Sylvia worked as a certified nurse’s aide in Sac City, IA and then as a factory worker for a turkey processing plant in Storm Lake, IA. She was married to Donald R. Burns on July 4, 1964. They were later divorced. Sylvia and Don reconciled years later and Don became Sylvia’s caretaker once she was unable to care for herself. Sylvia enjoyed playing cards and doing puzzles.Survivors include two sons, Donald R. (Lynann) Burns, Spirit Lake, IA, and Ricky A. Burns, Storm Lake, IA, two daughters Sherri (Larry) Vesterby, Ames, IA, and Sandra K. (James) Kracht, Aurelia, IA, seven grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents Robert and Helen, brother Jarrold, and grandson Jamie Lee.

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Sylvia Lea Burns (Hamon)  1946 - 2019

Bessie Rose LaFave passed away on Christmas Day, December 25, 2019 at St. Joseph, MO at 100 years of age.

She was born on February 6, 1919 on a farm near Burlington Junction, MO to William “Chan” and Minnie Alice (Irwin) Yates.&nbsp; She attended Skidmore, MO High School.&nbsp; Bessie married Joe David Smith from Mound City, MO and they had two sons, Billy Joe Smith Sr. and Roger Bruce Smith.&nbsp; They lived in the Mound City area but later divorced and Bessie moved to St. Joseph, MO.&nbsp; She then married Jule Frank LaFave, Jr. and they had a daughter, Julie Rose LaFave.&nbsp;

Bessie worked at various jobs including Chase Candy Company, Noma Lites, Whitaker factory and Missouri Methodist Hospital (later known as Heartland West).&nbsp; She always had a huge garden and enjoyed cooking, sewing, quilting, reading, fishing, listening to music, visiting with friends and family, and most of all caring for her grandchildren.&nbsp; In Bessie’s words, “The best part of all; I loved my Lord and the time he gave me for my family and friends.&nbsp; Also all the love and caring of my family.&nbsp; God Blessed me!”.&nbsp; Bessie was baptized at Savannah Baptist Church, St. Joseph, MO.

Bessie was preceded in death by: her parents; sons, Bill and Roger Smith; grandson, Billy Joe (Butch) Smith Jr.; daughter-in-law, Sandra K (Roeder) Smith; brothers, Byron and Darold Yates; sisters, Alice (Yates) Farrell, Mary Ann (Yates) Riggs and infant sister Eva Nell Yates; and her former husbands.

Bessie is survived by: her daughter, Julie LaFave of St. Joseph, MO; daughter-in-law, Patsy Smith of Mound City, MO; grandchildren Jeff Smith (Barb, Todd Smith, R. Bruce Smith Jr., David Smith (Lora, Chris Rogers (Jill, Michelle Trussell (Craig, and Cassie Garber; 14 great grandchildren; 5 great great grandchildren; nieces, nephews, and extended family and friends.&nbsp;

Memorial service: Saturday, December 28, 2019 at 11:00 AM at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel where the family will receive friends on Friday, December 27th from 6:30-8:00.&nbsp; Private inurnment will be at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Bessie Rose LaFave passed away on Christmas Day, December 25, 2019 at St. Joseph, MO at 100 years of age.She was born on February 6, 1919 on a farm near Burlington Junction, MO to William “Chan” and Minnie Alice (Irwin) Yates.&nbsp; She attended Skidmore, MO High School.&nbsp; Bessie married Joe David Smith from Mound City, MO and they had two sons, Billy Joe Smith Sr. and Roger Bruce Smith.&nbsp; They lived in the Mound City area but later divorced and Bessie moved to St. Joseph, MO.&nbsp; She then married Jule Frank LaFave, Jr. and they had a daughter, Julie Rose LaFave.&nbsp;Bessie worked at various jobs including Chase Candy Company, Noma Lites, Whitaker factory and Missouri Methodist Hospital (later known as Heartland West).&nbsp; She always had a huge garden and enjoyed cooking, sewing, quilting, reading, fishing, listening to music, visiting with friends and family, and most of all caring for her grandchildren.&nbsp; In Bessie’s words, “The best part of all; I loved my Lord and the time he gave me for my family and friends.&nbsp; Also all the love and caring of my family.&nbsp; God Blessed me!”.&nbsp; Bessie was baptized at Savannah Baptist Church, St. Joseph, MO.Bessie was preceded in death by: her parents; sons, Bill and Roger Smith; grandson, Billy Joe (Butch) Smith Jr.; daughter-in-law, Sandra K (Roeder) Smith; brothers, Byron and Darold Yates; sisters, Alice (Yates) Farrell, Mary Ann (Yates) Riggs and infant sister Eva Nell Yates; and her former husbands.Bessie is survived by: her daughter, Julie LaFave of St. Joseph, MO; daughter-in-law, Patsy Smith of Mound City, MO; grandchildren Jeff Smith (Barb, Todd Smith, R. Bruce Smith Jr., David Smith (Lora, Chris Rogers (Jill, Michelle Trussell (Craig, and Cassie Garber; 14 great grandchildren; 5 great great grandchildren; nieces, nephews, and extended family and friends.&nbsp;Memorial service: Saturday, December 28, 2019 at 11:00 AM at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel where the family will receive friends on Friday, December 27th from 6:30-8:00.&nbsp; Private inurnment will be at Memorial Park Cemetery.<figure>
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Bessie Rose LaFave  1919 - 2019



Jane Renee Leslie 50, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, December 24, 2019 at Mosaic Life Care Hospital in Saint Joseph, MO. 

She was born June 11, 1969 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of Marjorie and William "Sonny" Leslie. She graduated from Central High School class of 1987. She enjoyed her nieces and nephews, especially her great nephew, Jayden Hatheway. She also enjoyed collecting unicorns, watching T.V., word puzzles, and reading her bible. She was a member King Hill Christian Church. 

Jane was preceded in death by father, William "Sonny" Leslie, niece, Nicole Hatheway, brother, Jim Leslie, sisters, Judith Leslie, and Kathy Leslie. 

Survivors include, Mother Marjorie Leslie, of the home, sisters, Sandy (Rick) Hatheway, and Mary Beth (Jay) Kerns all of St. Joseph, MO, as well as several nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM on Monday, with funeral services: 2:00 pm, Monday, December 30, 2019 at Rupp Funeral Home, Rev. Brian Williams officiating. The Interment will be at the Mount Auburn Cemetery. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.



Jane Renee Leslie 50, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, December 24, 2019 at Mosaic Life Care Hospital in Saint Joseph, MO. She was born June 11, 1969 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of Marjorie and William "Sonny" Leslie. She graduated from Central High School class of 1987. She enjoyed her nieces and nephews, especially her great nephew, Jayden Hatheway. She also enjoyed collecting unicorns, watching T.V., word puzzles, and reading her bible. She was a member King Hill Christian Church. Jane was preceded in death by father, William "Sonny" Leslie, niece, Nicole Hatheway, brother, Jim Leslie, sisters, Judith Leslie, and Kathy Leslie. Survivors include, Mother Marjorie Leslie, of the home, sisters, Sandy (Rick) Hatheway, and Mary Beth (Jay) Kerns all of St. Joseph, MO, as well as several nieces and nephews.The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM on Monday, with funeral services: 2:00 pm, Monday, December 30, 2019 at Rupp Funeral Home, Rev. Brian Williams officiating. The Interment will be at the Mount Auburn Cemetery. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Jane Renee Leslie  1969 - 2019



Mary Lou Hager, 91, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, December 23, 2014.

She was born June 9, 1928 in Cosby, Missouri.

Mary’s employment included Western Diary, where she met Donald, Noma Electric, Avon, and Montgomery Wards.

She enjoyed teaching children’s Sunday School at Savannah Avenue Baptist Church, wintering in Fort Myers, Florida, and was always involved in a craft project. She was a dedicated wife and mother who had a tender heart coupled with a determination to stay independent as long as possible.

She has moved on to rest in the arms of Jesus and will continue to be loved and missed by many.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Hager; parents, Robert and Beulah Berning; sister, Betty Wixom; brother, Donald Berning. Survivors include sons, Bill Schooling, Highland, KS and Glenn Hager (Patty, Winthrop Harbor, IL; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; three great-great grandchildren and numerous beloved nieces and nephews.

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



Mary Lou Hager, 91, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, December 23, 2014.She was born June 9, 1928 in Cosby, Missouri.Mary’s employment included Western Diary, where she met Donald, Noma Electric, Avon, and Montgomery Wards.She enjoyed teaching children’s Sunday School at Savannah Avenue Baptist Church, wintering in Fort Myers, Florida, and was always involved in a craft project. She was a dedicated wife and mother who had a tender heart coupled with a determination to stay independent as long as possible.She has moved on to rest in the arms of Jesus and will continue to be loved and missed by many.She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Hager; parents, Robert and Beulah Berning; sister, Betty Wixom; brother, Donald Berning. Survivors include sons, Bill Schooling, Highland, KS and Glenn Hager (Patty, Winthrop Harbor, IL; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; three great-great grandchildren and numerous beloved nieces and nephews.Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends one hour prior to the service, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Mary Hager  1928 - 2019



Cheryl Elaine Dalsing, age 65, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away peacefully surrounded by family Sunday, December 22, 2019.

She was born November 28, 1954 in Quitman, Missouri.

Cheryl married Michael Dalsing April 24, 1982.

She was actively involved with St. Joseph Youth Soccer Association helping with concessions, fundraising and alumni games. She served as a den mother and troop leader as well as a team parent for Josh and Kristin’s sporting teams.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Francis and Phyllis (Brunk) Deen; 3 brothers, Gene Deen, Francis Deen and Roy Deen.

Survivors include husband, Michael Dalsing; children, Joshua (Kendra)Dalsing; Kristin (Owen)Lenander; grandson, Jordan Dalsing; sisters, Evelyn (Delbert)Lininger, Vickie Grant; sisters-in-law, Louise Deen, Shirley Deen, Cheryl(Larry) Angold; brothers-in-law, Steve (Sue) Dalsing, Vince (Jodie)Dalsing; several nieces, nephews and extended family; close friends Bob and Debbie Sanger and Greg and June Andriano.

The family will gather with friends 3:00 to 5:00 P.M. Sunday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to the St. Joseph Youth Soccer Association endowment fund, 2507 N. Riverside Rd. St. Joseph, Missouri 64507. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.



Cheryl Elaine Dalsing, age 65, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away peacefully surrounded by family Sunday, December 22, 2019.She was born November 28, 1954 in Quitman, Missouri.Cheryl married Michael Dalsing April 24, 1982.She was actively involved with St. Joseph Youth Soccer Association helping with concessions, fundraising and alumni games. She served as a den mother and troop leader as well as a team parent for Josh and Kristin’s sporting teams.She was preceded in death by her parents, Francis and Phyllis (Brunk) Deen; 3 brothers, Gene Deen, Francis Deen and Roy Deen.Survivors include husband, Michael Dalsing; children, Joshua (Kendra)Dalsing; Kristin (Owen)Lenander; grandson, Jordan Dalsing; sisters, Evelyn (Delbert)Lininger, Vickie Grant; sisters-in-law, Louise Deen, Shirley Deen, Cheryl(Larry) Angold; brothers-in-law, Steve (Sue) Dalsing, Vince (Jodie)Dalsing; several nieces, nephews and extended family; close friends Bob and Debbie Sanger and Greg and June Andriano.The family will gather with friends 3:00 to 5:00 P.M. Sunday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to the St. Joseph Youth Soccer Association endowment fund, 2507 N. Riverside Rd. St. Joseph, Missouri 64507. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

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Cheryl Elaine Dalsing  1954 - 2019



Evelyn Swope 82, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, December 24, 2019 at a Saint Joseph, MO health care center. 

She was born May 16, 1937 in Mountain Grove , MO, daughter of the late Everett and Bessie Goddard. She enjoyed going to church and singing in the choir. She was a member of the Family Worship Center. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Edward Eugene Swope, two brothers Russell and Leslie Goddard, and three sisters Carmita Livingston, Juanita Eslinger, and Emeline Davis, a grandchild and great grandchild. 

Survivors include, daughter, Theresa Clark, and son, Leslie Swope, both of St. Joseph, 4, grandchildren, 21, great grandchildren, 3, great great grandchildren.

Funeral services: 2:00 pm, Saturday, December 28, 2019 at Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Douglas Cline officiating, The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM on Saturday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Memorial Park Cemetery. Online full obituary and condolence at www.ruppfuneral.com.



Evelyn Swope 82, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, December 24, 2019 at a Saint Joseph, MO health care center. She was born May 16, 1937 in Mountain Grove , MO, daughter of the late Everett and Bessie Goddard. She enjoyed going to church and singing in the choir. She was a member of the Family Worship Center. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Edward Eugene Swope, two brothers Russell and Leslie Goddard, and three sisters Carmita Livingston, Juanita Eslinger, and Emeline Davis, a grandchild and great grandchild. Survivors include, daughter, Theresa Clark, and son, Leslie Swope, both of St. Joseph, 4, grandchildren, 21, great grandchildren, 3, great great grandchildren.Funeral services: 2:00 pm, Saturday, December 28, 2019 at Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Douglas Cline officiating, The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM on Saturday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Memorial Park Cemetery. Online full obituary and condolence at www.ruppfuneral.com.

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Evelyn Swope  1937 - 2019

Teresa J. Jans 54, Saint Joseph, Missouri died Sunday December 22, 2019 in Saint Joseph. 

Preceded in death by mother, Barbara Morse, step father, Terrence Blum. 

Survivors include brothers, Bruce Blum, Harlan, IA, and Michael Blum. 

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

Teresa J. Jans 54, Saint Joseph, Missouri died Sunday December 22, 2019 in Saint Joseph. Born June 16, 1965, Iowa City, IA. Preceded in death by mother, Barbara Morse, step father, Terrence Blum. Survivors include brothers, Bruce Blum, Harlan, IA, and Michael Blum. Cremation under the care and direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. There are no scheduled visitation or memorial services at this time.&nbsp;

Teresa J. Jans  1965 - 2019

Gary O. Burgess, 83, of St. Joseph, passed away December 22, 2019.

Gary was born August 20, 1936 in St. Joseph, MO to the late William and Sadie (Jeffers) Burgess. He worked at the Bishop's Storehouse in California, and was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in St. Joseph, MO.

He is survived by his niece, Sharon Randall, with whom he resided with for 20 years; nephews Kenny Burgess, Jr and Ross Burgess; brother, Buddy Burgess (Washington, IN); and numerous other nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death are his parents; brothers, William, Alfred, Lloyd, Kenny, Sr. and Jack; sisters, Vivian Huffman, Betty, Dorothy, Evelyn Hakes, Luella Nelson; and the love of his life, Donna Puett.

Services will be 1:30 PM Friday, December 27, 2019 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. 7 N Carriage Dr. Visitation is one hour prior to the service at the church.

Gary O. Burgess, 83, of St. Joseph, passed away December 22, 2019.Gary was born August 20, 1936 in St. Joseph, MO to the late William and Sadie (Jeffers) Burgess. He worked at the Bishop's Storehouse in California, and was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in St. Joseph, MO.He is survived by his niece, Sharon Randall, with whom he resided with for 20 years; nephews Kenny Burgess, Jr and Ross Burgess; brother, Buddy Burgess (Washington, IN); and numerous other nieces and nephews.Preceded in death are his parents; brothers, William, Alfred, Lloyd, Kenny, Sr. and Jack; sisters, Vivian Huffman, Betty, Dorothy, Evelyn Hakes, Luella Nelson; and the love of his life, Donna Puett.Services will be 1:30 PM Friday, December 27, 2019 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. 7 N Carriage Dr. Visitation is one hour prior to the service at the church.<figure>
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Gary O. Burgess  1936 - 2019

Harold E. "Red" "Zodie" VanMeter, 91, of St. Joseph, died December 23, 2019.&nbsp; Harold was born September 7, 1928, in Oak, MO, to Joseph and Leona (Neiderhauser) VanMeter.

He served his country honorably in the U.S. Marines during the Korean War.&nbsp;

Prior to retirement he was a beef cutter for Armour and Company in St. Joseph.&nbsp; He then owned a service station, drove for A-1 Delivery, and mowed many yards for several years.

Harold married Donna Simerly on January 20, 1951 in Palo Alto, CA and she survives.&nbsp;

Also surviving are his children, Danny VanMeter, Dana Evans (Kevan, Gina Frakes, Dennis VanMeter, Alena Eighmy (Criss, two grandchildren Ryan Evans and Tyler DeSpain, and a sister Kay Jacobs (John).

He was preceded in death by his parents, grandson Christopher DeSpain, three sisters and four brothers.

Harold enjoyed being with people and enjoyed his cat Freddy.

Memorial contributions to Disabled American Veterans (DAV) or to the Animal Shelter would be appreciated.

Visitation will be Saturday, December 28, 2019, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel, with military honors to be held at 4:00 p.m.

Harold E. "Red" "Zodie" VanMeter, 91, of St. Joseph, died December 23, 2019.&nbsp; Harold was born September 7, 1928, in Oak, MO, to Joseph and Leona (Neiderhauser) VanMeter.He served his country honorably in the U.S. Marines during the Korean War.&nbsp;Prior to retirement he was a beef cutter for Armour and Company in St. Joseph.&nbsp; He then owned a service station, drove for A-1 Delivery, and mowed many yards for several years.Harold married Donna Simerly on January 20, 1951 in Palo Alto, CA and she survives.&nbsp;Also surviving are his children, Danny VanMeter, Dana Evans (Kevan, Gina Frakes, Dennis VanMeter, Alena Eighmy (Criss, two grandchildren Ryan Evans and Tyler DeSpain, and a sister Kay Jacobs (John).He was preceded in death by his parents, grandson Christopher DeSpain, three sisters and four brothers.Harold enjoyed being with people and enjoyed his cat Freddy.Memorial contributions to Disabled American Veterans (DAV) or to the Animal Shelter would be appreciated.Visitation will be Saturday, December 28, 2019, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel, with military honors to be held at 4:00 p.m.<figure>
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Harold E. "Red" "Zodie" VanMeter  1928 - 2019

Gary Glen Copeland, 84, of St. Joseph, Mo, passed away Monday, Dec. 23, 2019, at home surrounded by family and friends. 

Gary was born on June 26, 1935, in Powhattan, KS, to Alice and Leonard Byers. At an early age he was adopted by Birdella and Glenn Copeland. 

He was preceded in death by his biological parents, biological siblings, parents Birdella and Glenn Copeland, Ada Copeland (wife, and Julie Copeland (daughter). 

Survivors include: daughter Linda (Steve) Doles, St. Joseph, son, Scott (Kristi) Copeland of the home;. Grandchildren: Christopher (Mary, Matthew (Brittany, Kelsey, Lindsay (Jeff, Andrew, Kayla, and Anthony. Great grandchildren: Jaselyn, Addison, Jayton, Kayson, Teagon, Matthew, Kynlee, and Elias. best friend, Kenny Richey; biological brother Warren Rodgers (Grand Island, NE); Many brother and sister-in-laws and numerous nieces and nephews. 

Gary graduated from Reserve High School. He coached with Special Olympics for 40 plus years. A member of Hyde Valley United Methodist church, and then became a member at South Park United Methodist Church after Hyde Valley closed. When Gary retired from working at Crouser International Trucking, Crouch brothers and Dougdale; he loved to shop at garage sales or any place he could get a deal, taking care of Julie, fishing, and spending time with family and friends. 

Funeral services will be 2pm Friday at the Rupp Funeral Home, the family will receive friends from 6-8 pm Thursday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Memorial donations should be made to Grace Evangelical (STORM choir, South Park United Methodist Church, or to Pivotal Point Transitional Housing or PP Thrift Shoppe. Online condolence and obituary www.ruppfuneral.com

Gary Glen Copeland, 84, of St. Joseph, Mo, passed away Monday, Dec. 23, 2019, at home surrounded by family and friends. Gary was born on June 26, 1935, in Powhattan, KS, to Alice and Leonard Byers. At an early age he was adopted by Birdella and Glenn Copeland. He was preceded in death by his biological parents, biological siblings, parents Birdella and Glenn Copeland, Ada Copeland (wife, and Julie Copeland (daughter). Survivors include: daughter Linda (Steve) Doles, St. Joseph, son, Scott (Kristi) Copeland of the home;. Grandchildren: Christopher (Mary, Matthew (Brittany, Kelsey, Lindsay (Jeff, Andrew, Kayla, and Anthony. Great grandchildren: Jaselyn, Addison, Jayton, Kayson, Teagon, Matthew, Kynlee, and Elias. best friend, Kenny Richey; biological brother Warren Rodgers (Grand Island, NE); Many brother and sister-in-laws and numerous nieces and nephews. Gary graduated from Reserve High School. He coached with Special Olympics for 40 plus years. A member of Hyde Valley United Methodist church, and then became a member at South Park United Methodist Church after Hyde Valley closed. When Gary retired from working at Crouser International Trucking, Crouch brothers and Dougdale; he loved to shop at garage sales or any place he could get a deal, taking care of Julie, fishing, and spending time with family and friends. Funeral services will be 2pm Friday at the Rupp Funeral Home, the family will receive friends from 6-8 pm Thursday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Memorial donations should be made to Grace Evangelical (STORM choir, South Park United Methodist Church, or to Pivotal Point Transitional Housing or PP Thrift Shoppe. Online condolence and obituary www.ruppfuneral.com<figure>
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Mary Ann Ellis 61, of Saint Joseph, MO passed away unexpectedly Sunday, December 22, 2019 in Saint Joseph, MO. 

She was born June 28, 1958 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of the late Michael and Frances Hernandez. She graduated from Bishop LeBlond High School class of 1976. She met Michael when she was 14 and they later married on April 1, 1977 at St. Patrick Catholic Church. They were each other’s best friends and were blessed with over 42 years of marriage. She retired from American Family Insurance from the Personal Lines Department after 28 years of service and then worked another 10 years as a temp along with babysitting her grandkids. Completely retiring to be a full time GG. Family was her everything, especially her 5 grandchildren, there wasn’t a day that she didn’t see, speak or was involved some way with them. She loved cooking and was always in the kitchen, so many have had her wonderful enchiladas and famous apple cake. She never met a stranger and loved to help others. Mary Ann loved to travel and was always planning her next trip. Any chance she got she would sneak out to the casino. Mary Ann was a member of St. James Altar Society, she served as a Eucharistic Minister for the Shut-ins, and was Past PTO President at St. James School, she was a member of St. James Catholic Church. 

Mary Ann was preceded in death by her parents, and a brother, Michael Richard Hernandez Jr. 

Survivors include husband, Mike Ellis of the home, daughters, Michelle Conard and husband Daniel, and Melissa Nash and husband Jimmy all of St. Joseph, MO, sisters, Barb Fuson and husband Matt, St. Joseph, MO, and Patty Weidmaier, Kansas City, MO grandchildren, Kyla and Rilyn Conard, and Ellis, Malia and Ava Nash, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.  

The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, December 27, 2019, at 11:00 am at the St. James Catholic Church, Father Evan Harkins, and Father Vincent Rogers Con-Celebrating. The family will receive friends from 5- 8 pm Thursday at St. James Catholic Church, where the Rosary will be recited at 7:30 pm. The Interment will be at the Mount Olivet Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the St. James School. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

Mary Ann Ellis 61, of Saint Joseph, MO passed away unexpectedly Sunday, December 22, 2019 in Saint Joseph, MO. She was born June 28, 1958 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of the late Michael and Frances Hernandez. She graduated from Bishop LeBlond High School class of 1976. She met Michael when she was 14 and they later married on April 1, 1977 at St. Patrick Catholic Church. They were each other’s best friends and were blessed with over 42 years of marriage. She retired from American Family Insurance from the Personal Lines Department after 28 years of service and then worked another 10 years as a temp along with babysitting her grandkids. Completely retiring to be a full time GG. Family was her everything, especially her 5 grandchildren, there wasn’t a day that she didn’t see, speak or was involved some way with them. She loved cooking and was always in the kitchen, so many have had her wonderful enchiladas and famous apple cake. She never met a stranger and loved to help others. Mary Ann loved to travel and was always planning her next trip. Any chance she got she would sneak out to the casino. Mary Ann was a member of St. James Altar Society, she served as a Eucharistic Minister for the Shut-ins, and was Past PTO President at St. James School, she was a member of St. James Catholic Church. Mary Ann was preceded in death by her parents, and a brother, Michael Richard Hernandez Jr. Survivors include husband, Mike Ellis of the home, daughters, Michelle Conard and husband Daniel, and Melissa Nash and husband Jimmy all of St. Joseph, MO, sisters, Barb Fuson and husband Matt, St. Joseph, MO, and Patty Weidmaier, Kansas City, MO grandchildren, Kyla and Rilyn Conard, and Ellis, Malia and Ava Nash, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.  The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, December 27, 2019, at 11:00 am at the St. James Catholic Church, Father Evan Harkins, and Father Vincent Rogers Con-Celebrating. The family will receive friends from 5- 8 pm Thursday at St. James Catholic Church, where the Rosary will be recited at 7:30 pm. The Interment will be at the Mount Olivet Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the St. James School. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.<figure>
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Helen (Browning) Kibler, 94, of Elwood, Kansas formerly of Wathena, Kansas died Saturday, December 21, 2019 in St. Joseph, Missouri.

Helen was born on September 21, 1925 in Mexico, Missouri to Lyman and Elsie (Cannon) Browning.&nbsp; She lived most of her married life in Wathena until moving to Elwood in 1998.&nbsp; Helen was a housewife.

She married Roy Kibler on July 14, 1942 in Troy, Kansas.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on July 12, 2006.&nbsp; She was also preceded by her parents, an infant son, Leroy Kibler, brothers; Ernest and Robert Browning, sisters; Hazel Tilton, Myrtle Stoneberger, Nancy Brace, Dorothy Graves, Stella Feurt and Rosetta Thornton.

Survivors include her daughter, Janet Schoenfelder of Tempe, Arizona

4 grandchildren; Ashley, Amber, Andrew and Aaron Schoenfelder

6 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

GRAVESIDE SERVICES:&nbsp;&nbsp; 11:00 A.M. Friday, December 27, 2019

At: &nbsp;MountOlive Cemetery in Troy, Kansas

Visitation: family will receive friends 1 hour prior to service at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Wathena, Kansas. Friends may call after 9 A.M. Friday.

Helen (Browning) Kibler, 94, of Elwood, Kansas formerly of Wathena, Kansas died Saturday, December 21, 2019 in St. Joseph, Missouri.Helen was born on September 21, 1925 in Mexico, Missouri to Lyman and Elsie (Cannon) Browning.&nbsp; She lived most of her married life in Wathena until moving to Elwood in 1998.&nbsp; Helen was a housewife.She married Roy Kibler on July 14, 1942 in Troy, Kansas.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on July 12, 2006.&nbsp; She was also preceded by her parents, an infant son, Leroy Kibler, brothers; Ernest and Robert Browning, sisters; Hazel Tilton, Myrtle Stoneberger, Nancy Brace, Dorothy Graves, Stella Feurt and Rosetta Thornton.Survivors include her daughter, Janet Schoenfelder of Tempe, Arizona4 grandchildren; Ashley, Amber, Andrew and Aaron Schoenfelder6 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.GRAVESIDE SERVICES:&nbsp;&nbsp; 11:00 A.M. Friday, December 27, 2019At: &nbsp;MountOlive Cemetery in Troy, KansasVisitation: family will receive friends 1 hour prior to service at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Wathena, Kansas. Friends may call after 9 A.M. Friday.<figure>
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Patricia A. (Infield) Evenson, 84, Overland Park, Kansas, passed away Monday, December 23, 2019.

She was born June 6, 1935 in Wichita, Kansas.

Patricia married Donald O. Evenson July 25, 1959. He survives of the home.

She was a member of First United Methodist Church, Branson, Missouri.

Patricia enjoyed listening to Elvis, needlepoint, baking Christmas cookies and spending time with her family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Flossie (Hopper) Infield; granddaughter, Catherine Evenson; sister, Elinor Martens.

Additional survivors include sons, Dana Evenson and Douglas Evenson (Donna).

Celebration of Life 1:00 to 3:00 P.M., Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Inurnment will be held at a later date. In lieu flowers the family requests donations to Ascend Hospice, 4550 W. 109th St., Overland Park, KS 66207. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.



Patricia A. (Infield) Evenson, 84, Overland Park, Kansas, passed away Monday, December 23, 2019.She was born June 6, 1935 in Wichita, Kansas.Patricia married Donald O. Evenson July 25, 1959. He survives of the home.She was a member of First United Methodist Church, Branson, Missouri.Patricia enjoyed listening to Elvis, needlepoint, baking Christmas cookies and spending time with her family.She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Flossie (Hopper) Infield; granddaughter, Catherine Evenson; sister, Elinor Martens.Additional survivors include sons, Dana Evenson and Douglas Evenson (Donna).Celebration of Life 1:00 to 3:00 P.M., Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Inurnment will be held at a later date. In lieu flowers the family requests donations to Ascend Hospice, 4550 W. 109th St., Overland Park, KS 66207. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Patricia A. (Infield) Evenson  1935 - 2019



Cathy L. Edwards, 67, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, December 23, 2019.

She was born October 7, 1952 to George and Mary Daniels.

Cathy married Steven R. Edwards November 14, 1994.

Cathy enjoyed reading, gossiping with the girls and spending time with the grandkids.

Cathy was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Dennis Wayne, and grandson, David.

Survivors include Steven, of the home; siblings, Mike, Steve and David Daniels and Verna Lions; children, Summer (Patrick) Zeamer, Douglas Collins, and Rikki C; grandchildren, Lilly, Dayzie, Whitney, Jacey, Cameron, Hadley and Lincoln; and numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. The family will gather with friends one hour prior, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations to the funeral home to help with funeral expenses or to donate online, visit Cathy’s Tribute Page at www.meierhoffer.com and select Donate Now.



Cathy L. Edwards, 67, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, December 23, 2019.She was born October 7, 1952 to George and Mary Daniels.Cathy married Steven R. Edwards November 14, 1994.She was a beautician.Cathy enjoyed reading, gossiping with the girls and spending time with the grandkids.She was a Friend of Bill for 27 years.Cathy was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Dennis Wayne, and grandson, David.Survivors include Steven, of the home; siblings, Mike, Steve and David Daniels and Verna Lions; children, Summer (Patrick) Zeamer, Douglas Collins, and Rikki C; grandchildren, Lilly, Dayzie, Whitney, Jacey, Cameron, Hadley and Lincoln; and numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. The family will gather with friends one hour prior, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations to the funeral home to help with funeral expenses or to donate online, visit Cathy’s Tribute Page at www.meierhoffer.com and select Donate Now.

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Margaret K. Manno, 78, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, December 21, 2019.

Margaret was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Tony; sister; and stepmother.

Survivors include Herman Love, devoted companion; children, Renae Scott, Rhlonda Potts, Shelia Fowler and James Scott; grandchildren, Jeffrey and Brian Potts; great-granddaughter, Evelyn Potts; and brothers, Mike and J.W. McCord.

Celebration of Life 10:00 A.M. Thursday, Hope Fellowship Church. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations to the funeral home to help with funeral expenses .



Margaret K. Manno, 78, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, December 21, 2019.Margaret was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Tony; sister; and stepmother.Survivors include Herman Love, devoted companion; children, Renae Scott, Rhlonda Potts, Shelia Fowler and James Scott; grandchildren, Jeffrey and Brian Potts; great-granddaughter, Evelyn Potts; and brothers, Mike and J.W. McCord.Celebration of Life 10:00 A.M. Thursday, Hope Fellowship Church. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations to the funeral home to help with funeral expenses .

Margaret K. Manno  1941 - 2019



Vernetta B. Moore, 91, of Atchison, KS, passed away Wednesday, December 18, 2019 at the Atchison Hospital, Atchison, KS.

Graveside service and burial will be 11:30 AM, Monday, December 23, 2019 at the Sunset Memory Garden Cemetery Committal Shelter, Atchison, KS, with Rev. Cyd Stein officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, Atchison, KS. Memorials are suggested to Atchison United Methodist Church and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www.beckerdyer.com.

Vernetta was born April 9, 1928, in Muscotah, KS, the daughter of George E. and Jennie (Morgan) Peabody. She attended school in Muscotah, KS, graduating from Atchison County Community High School in 1946. Vernetta was baptized in Muscotah Congregational Church and later transferred to United Methodist Church in Atchison, KS. She had worked for Motor Vehicle Department in Topeka, KS, County Superintendent of Schools Atchison, KS, and Rockwell International, retiring in 1985.

She married Basil Moore on June 5, 1949; he preceded her in death on December 28, 2007. Survivors include two daughters, Peggy (Edward) Woodward, Bonner Springs, KS, Jean Waller, Glen Ellyn, IL, two sisters, Betty Hart, Leawood, KS, Bonnie Anderson, Muscotah, KS, two granddaughters, Jennie (Tom) Watt, Morgan(Kelly) Scott, a grandson, Brett (Brooke) Woodward, two great granddaughters, Scarlett Woodward, Gabriella Watt, two great grandsons, Raef Woodward, Harrison Scott.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, five sisters, Helen Justice, Viola Weaver, Genevieve Warden, Dorothy Peabody, Mary Poos, two brothers, Frank Peabody and George Peabody.



Vernetta B. Moore, 91, of Atchison, KS, passed away Wednesday, December 18, 2019 at the Atchison Hospital, Atchison, KS.Graveside service and burial will be 11:30 AM, Monday, December 23, 2019 at the Sunset Memory Garden Cemetery Committal Shelter, Atchison, KS, with Rev. Cyd Stein officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, Atchison, KS. Memorials are suggested to Atchison United Methodist Church and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www.beckerdyer.com.Vernetta was born April 9, 1928, in Muscotah, KS, the daughter of George E. and Jennie (Morgan) Peabody. She attended school in Muscotah, KS, graduating from Atchison County Community High School in 1946. Vernetta was baptized in Muscotah Congregational Church and later transferred to United Methodist Church in Atchison, KS. She had worked for Motor Vehicle Department in Topeka, KS, County Superintendent of Schools Atchison, KS, and Rockwell International, retiring in 1985.She married Basil Moore on June 5, 1949; he preceded her in death on December 28, 2007. Survivors include two daughters, Peggy (Edward) Woodward, Bonner Springs, KS, Jean Waller, Glen Ellyn, IL, two sisters, Betty Hart, Leawood, KS, Bonnie Anderson, Muscotah, KS, two granddaughters, Jennie (Tom) Watt, Morgan(Kelly) Scott, a grandson, Brett (Brooke) Woodward, two great granddaughters, Scarlett Woodward, Gabriella Watt, two great grandsons, Raef Woodward, Harrison Scott.She was also preceded in death by her parents, five sisters, Helen Justice, Viola Weaver, Genevieve Warden, Dorothy Peabody, Mary Poos, two brothers, Frank Peabody and George Peabody.

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Vernetta B. Moore (Peabody)  1928 - 2019



Josephine Almanza Deaton, age 90, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 17, 2019, in Priddy Harbor at Methodist Manor in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She was born November 7, 1929 in St. Joseph, the eldest of 8 children of Martin and Victoria (Ortiz) Almanza. She graduated from Benton High School, class of 1947 and afterward attended Platte Gard Business College.

On September 1, 1951 she married Robert Allen Deaton who was home on leave while training with the 101st Airborne Division at Fort Campbell, Kentucky, the elite Screaming Eagles of the United States Army.

Josephine was a life-long resident of the South Side, except for the last two years, when she moved to the Tulsa area to be closer to her children and grandchildren. Josephine and Bob were faithful members of King Hill Baptist Church (now Journey Baptist Church). Over the years, she served as a leader in the Girls' Auxiliary; an officer in the Women's Missionary Union (WMU, where the Lottie Moon Christmas Missions offering was especially dear to her heart and she also taught Vacation Bible School.

She was active in her community in a variety of ways. She was a past-President of Hosea Elementary School PTA; she loved being a Cub Scout Den Mother; she was a valuable member of the St. Joseph Garden Club and she was a charter member of the Cardinal Red Hat Society. Josephine and Bob frequently volunteered at the local food pantry and they donated their time and treasures to Robidoux Row.

She worked for many years as an Administrative Assistant at the Missouri Department of Transportation (MODOT) before she retired to enjoy more time with her family.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her loving husband; her brother, Tommie, and her sisters, Evelyn Soper and Margaret Owens. She is survived by: her daughter, Diane Deaton, Baton Rouge, Louisiana; her son, Steve (Jo Anne) Deaton, Tulsa, Oklahoma; her grandchildren, Ashley Deaton (Chase) Colpitt, Stavanger, Norway; Rachel Deaton (fiance James Hunter, Tulsa, Oklahoma; step-grandchildren Shannon (Chris) Barsotti, Pownal, Vermont; Colin McCullough, Tulsa, Oklahoma; her brothers, George (Carol) Almanza, St. Joseph; Ed (Mary Lou) Almanza, Lawrence, Kansas; and her sisters, Henrietta Massie, Poway, California; Connie Cridlebaugh, Kansas City, Missouri; along with numerous beloved nieces and nephews.

Josephine was known by many names- Josie, Jos, Jo and Fina- but the names she treasured the most were Mom and Grandma. She leaves behind a legacy of faith, love and compassion.

Funeral services will be conducted at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, December 28, 2019 at Rupp Funeral Home, with Pastor Jacob McMillian officiating. The family will receive friends from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. Friday, December 27, 2019 at Rupp Funeral Home. Interment will be at Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the St. Joseph Historical Society.

The family would like to give special thanks to the team members at Baptist Village Assisted Living in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. In addition, we will forever be grateful for the exceptional staff at Priddy Harbor, including the Melissas, Chelsey, Sam, Tasha, Yolanda, Pat, Thomas and so many others whose tender loving care brought Josephine and our family so much comfort.



Josephine Almanza Deaton, age 90, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 17, 2019, in Priddy Harbor at Methodist Manor in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She was born November 7, 1929 in St. Joseph, the eldest of 8 children of Martin and Victoria (Ortiz) Almanza. She graduated from Benton High School, class of 1947 and afterward attended Platte Gard Business College.On September 1, 1951 she married Robert Allen Deaton who was home on leave while training with the 101st Airborne Division at Fort Campbell, Kentucky, the elite Screaming Eagles of the United States Army.Josephine was a life-long resident of the South Side, except for the last two years, when she moved to the Tulsa area to be closer to her children and grandchildren. Josephine and Bob were faithful members of King Hill Baptist Church (now Journey Baptist Church). Over the years, she served as a leader in the Girls' Auxiliary; an officer in the Women's Missionary Union (WMU, where the Lottie Moon Christmas Missions offering was especially dear to her heart and she also taught Vacation Bible School.She was active in her community in a variety of ways. She was a past-President of Hosea Elementary School PTA; she loved being a Cub Scout Den Mother; she was a valuable member of the St. Joseph Garden Club and she was a charter member of the Cardinal Red Hat Society. Josephine and Bob frequently volunteered at the local food pantry and they donated their time and treasures to Robidoux Row.She worked for many years as an Administrative Assistant at the Missouri Department of Transportation (MODOT) before she retired to enjoy more time with her family.She was preceded in death by her parents; her loving husband; her brother, Tommie, and her sisters, Evelyn Soper and Margaret Owens. She is survived by: her daughter, Diane Deaton, Baton Rouge, Louisiana; her son, Steve (Jo Anne) Deaton, Tulsa, Oklahoma; her grandchildren, Ashley Deaton (Chase) Colpitt, Stavanger, Norway; Rachel Deaton (fiance James Hunter, Tulsa, Oklahoma; step-grandchildren Shannon (Chris) Barsotti, Pownal, Vermont; Colin McCullough, Tulsa, Oklahoma; her brothers, George (Carol) Almanza, St. Joseph; Ed (Mary Lou) Almanza, Lawrence, Kansas; and her sisters, Henrietta Massie, Poway, California; Connie Cridlebaugh, Kansas City, Missouri; along with numerous beloved nieces and nephews.Josephine was known by many names- Josie, Jos, Jo and Fina- but the names she treasured the most were Mom and Grandma. She leaves behind a legacy of faith, love and compassion.Funeral services will be conducted at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, December 28, 2019 at Rupp Funeral Home, with Pastor Jacob McMillian officiating. The family will receive friends from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. Friday, December 27, 2019 at Rupp Funeral Home. Interment will be at Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the St. Joseph Historical Society.The family would like to give special thanks to the team members at Baptist Village Assisted Living in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. In addition, we will forever be grateful for the exceptional staff at Priddy Harbor, including the Melissas, Chelsey, Sam, Tasha, Yolanda, Pat, Thomas and so many others whose tender loving care brought Josephine and our family so much comfort.

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TROY, KANSAS – Julia “Judy” (Simmons) Ross 92, of Troy, Kansas passed away at her home surrounded by her family on Thursday, December 19, 2019.

Judy was born on October 25, 1927 in Highland, Kansas to Robert and Cecil (Gibson) Simmons. She was a lifelong resident of Doniphan County and a homemaker.

She is a member of the First Baptist Church of Troy and Troy Lions Club.

Judy married Elmer J. “Buddy” Ross on December 28, 1947.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on February 25, 2007.&nbsp; She was also preceded by a son, Marvin Ross and seven siblings.

Survivors include her children - Anita Yingling (David) of Kansas City, Missouri;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Beverly Ewing (Larry) of Hiawatha, Kansas;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Roger Ross (Lori) of Troy, Kansas;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Brother – Bill Simmons (Wanda) of Troy, Kansas;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Sisters – Luella Golden of Phoenix, Arizona;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Jerry Ruth Davis (Ron) of San Antonio, Texas;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Grandchildren - Ali (Ryan) Johnson, Amy (Dave) Calderone, Mandy (Jeff) Frieling, John (Katie) Yingling, Bridget Huss (Heath, Travis (Emily) Schoenfelder, Nikki (Keith) Wilcox, Natalie (Andrew) Tarkowski, Jake &amp; Makayla Ross. 18 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandsons &amp; numerous nieces and nephews

FUNERAL:&nbsp; Monday, December 23, 2019 at 10:30 A.M.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;At: First BaptistChurch in Troy

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Burial: Moray Cemetery N.E. of Bendena, Kansas

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Visitation:&nbsp; Family will receive friends Sunday from 6-8 PM at Harman-Rohde Funeral Home, Troy, Kansas, where friends may call after 10:00 A.M. Sunday.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials: First Baptist Church, NEK Hospice and Doniphan County Ambulance District 1.

TROY, KANSAS – Julia “Judy” (Simmons) Ross 92, of Troy, Kansas passed away at her home surrounded by her family on Thursday, December 19, 2019.Judy was born on October 25, 1927 in Highland, Kansas to Robert and Cecil (Gibson) Simmons. She was a lifelong resident of Doniphan County and a homemaker.She is a member of the First Baptist Church of Troy and Troy Lions Club.Judy married Elmer J. “Buddy” Ross on December 28, 1947.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on February 25, 2007.&nbsp; She was also preceded by a son, Marvin Ross and seven siblings.Survivors include her children - Anita Yingling (David) of Kansas City, Missouri;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Beverly Ewing (Larry) of Hiawatha, Kansas;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Roger Ross (Lori) of Troy, Kansas;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Brother – Bill Simmons (Wanda) of Troy, Kansas;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Sisters – Luella Golden of Phoenix, Arizona;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Jerry Ruth Davis (Ron) of San Antonio, Texas;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Grandchildren - Ali (Ryan) Johnson, Amy (Dave) Calderone, Mandy (Jeff) Frieling, John (Katie) Yingling, Bridget Huss (Heath, Travis (Emily) Schoenfelder, Nikki (Keith) Wilcox, Natalie (Andrew) Tarkowski, Jake &amp; Makayla Ross. 18 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandsons &amp; numerous nieces and nephewsFUNERAL:&nbsp; Monday, December 23, 2019 at 10:30 A.M.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;At: First BaptistChurch in Troy&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Burial: Moray Cemetery N.E. of Bendena, Kansas&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Visitation:&nbsp; Family will receive friends Sunday from 6-8 PM at Harman-Rohde Funeral Home, Troy, Kansas, where friends may call after 10:00 A.M. Sunday.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials: First Baptist Church, NEK Hospice and Doniphan County Ambulance District 1.<figure>
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Julia "Judy" Simmons Ross  1927 - 2019

Patricia Sue (Erb) Hunt, 79, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Thursday, December 19, 2019 at Riverside Place in St. Joseph, Missouri.

Patricia was born on August 28, 1940 in St. Joseph, Missouri to John William and Ella Mary (Sample) Erb.

She worked for the Missouri State Hospital as a counselor and was a member of the American Legion Women’s Auxiliary, Rebeccas and Sweet Adelines.

Patricia was preceded in death by her parents; son, David Hunt; two sisters, Rosemary Kiefer and Betty Erb; and nephew, Robert W. Kiefer.

Survivors: numerous great-nieces and nephews, great-great nieces and nephews and many extended family members.

Graveside Service: 10:30 A.M. Saturday, December 21, 2019 at the Bellemont Cemetery, Wathena, Kansas. Friends may call after 10:00 A.M. Friday at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Wathena, Kansas.

Memorials: Kidney Foundation or the Diabetes Association.

Patricia Sue (Erb) Hunt, 79, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Thursday, December 19, 2019 at Riverside Place in St. Joseph, Missouri.Patricia was born on August 28, 1940 in St. Joseph, Missouri to John William and Ella Mary (Sample) Erb.She worked for the Missouri State Hospital as a counselor and was a member of the American Legion Women’s Auxiliary, Rebeccas and Sweet Adelines.Patricia was preceded in death by her parents; son, David Hunt; two sisters, Rosemary Kiefer and Betty Erb; and nephew, Robert W. Kiefer.Survivors: numerous great-nieces and nephews, great-great nieces and nephews and many extended family members.Graveside Service: 10:30 A.M. Saturday, December 21, 2019 at the Bellemont Cemetery, Wathena, Kansas. Friends may call after 10:00 A.M. Friday at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Wathena, Kansas.There is no scheduled family visitation.Memorials: Kidney Foundation or the Diabetes Association.www.harmanrohde.com<figure>
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Patricia Sue Hunt  1940 - 2019



Betty May Smith, 66, Falls City, Nebraska, passed away Monday, December 2, 2019.

She was born March 23, 1953 in Falls City, Nebraska.

Betty was preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Elizabeth (Packard) Smith.

Survivors include son, Roderick Roland; numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.



Betty May Smith, 66, Falls City, Nebraska, passed away Monday, December 2, 2019.She was born March 23, 1953 in Falls City, Nebraska.Betty was preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Elizabeth (Packard) Smith.Survivors include son, Roderick Roland; numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Betty May Smith  1953 - 2019



Russell Lee Ray, 58, Stewartsville, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, December 18, 2019, at Mosaic Life Care.

He was born August 12, 1961 in Maryville, MO.

Russell married Stephanie Riche August 26, 1994; they celebrated 25 years of marriage.

He proudly served in the Army/Army National Guard and did his basic training and AIT at Fort Benning, Georgia.

Russell was a State Rodeo Champion in Tarkio, Missouri. He loved being outdoors; grilling and spending time poolside with his beloved family. Russell was a free spirit who was fiercely independent and loved by many. His grandchildren adored him and called him Pop.

He was preceded in death by his father, Jim Ray.

Survivors include his wife of 25 years, Stephanie; children, Amanda Gentry (Steve, Michael Wilson (Andrea, Matthew Wilson (Lacy, Alissa du Pignac (Corey, Austin Ray, Kaitlyn Hernandez (Ulises); 10 grandchildren; mother and step-father, Leola Pankau (Joe); siblings, Randy Pankau (Sarah, Ronnie Pankau (Rhonda, Joy Campbell (Tom, Oren Pankau; numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.

Farewell Graveside Services and Inurnment 1:00 P.M. Monday, Fillmore Cemetery, Fillmore, Missouri. Celebration of Life will be held January 4, 2020, details at a later date.



Russell Lee Ray, 58, Stewartsville, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, December 18, 2019, at Mosaic Life Care.He was born August 12, 1961 in Maryville, MO.Russell married Stephanie Riche August 26, 1994; they celebrated 25 years of marriage.He proudly served in the Army/Army National Guard and did his basic training and AIT at Fort Benning, Georgia.Russell was a State Rodeo Champion in Tarkio, Missouri. He loved being outdoors; grilling and spending time poolside with his beloved family. Russell was a free spirit who was fiercely independent and loved by many. His grandchildren adored him and called him Pop.He was preceded in death by his father, Jim Ray.Survivors include his wife of 25 years, Stephanie; children, Amanda Gentry (Steve, Michael Wilson (Andrea, Matthew Wilson (Lacy, Alissa du Pignac (Corey, Austin Ray, Kaitlyn Hernandez (Ulises); 10 grandchildren; mother and step-father, Leola Pankau (Joe); siblings, Randy Pankau (Sarah, Ronnie Pankau (Rhonda, Joy Campbell (Tom, Oren Pankau; numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.Farewell Graveside Services and Inurnment 1:00 P.M. Monday, Fillmore Cemetery, Fillmore, Missouri. Celebration of Life will be held January 4, 2020, details at a later date.

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