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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Donald "MG" Roy Mathews  1953 - 2020

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.

Lawrence Samuel Bruce  1938 - 2020

Florence Ann McCrary, 85, of St. Joseph, died January 1, 2020 at her home.&nbsp; Florence was born May 2, 1934 in Savannah, MO, to Charles and Dellcenia (Wenger) McCush.

Prior to retirment she worked in the warehouse of HPI.&nbsp;

She married Gentry T. McCrary on September 17, 1976, and he preceded her in death.&nbsp; Also preceding her in death were her parents; daughter Cindy; son Fred; brother Charles; and sister Mary.

Survivors include her children Charles, Laura, Karen, Edward, Kelly, Kirk, Cindy, Elvina, Mike; 15 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; other relatives and friends.

She loved spending time with her family, cooking, and spending time shopping.

Visitation will be Tuesday, January 7, 2020, from 5:00 pm to 7 pm at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel, where funeral services will follow at 7 PM.&nbsp; Interment will be in the Savannah Cemetery at a later date.

Florence Ann McCrary, 85, of St. Joseph, died January 1, 2020 at her home.&nbsp; Florence was born May 2, 1934 in Savannah, MO, to Charles and Dellcenia (Wenger) McCush.Prior to retirment she worked in the warehouse of HPI.&nbsp;She married Gentry T. McCrary on September 17, 1976, and he preceded her in death.&nbsp; Also preceding her in death were her parents; daughter Cindy; son Fred; brother Charles; and sister Mary.Survivors include her children Charles, Laura, Karen, Edward, Kelly, Kirk, Cindy, Elvina, Mike; 15 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; other relatives and friends.She loved spending time with her family, cooking, and spending time shopping.Visitation will be Tuesday, January 7, 2020, from 5:00 pm to 7 pm at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel, where funeral services will follow at 7 PM.&nbsp; Interment will be in the Savannah Cemetery at a later date.<figure>
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Richard Cox, 58, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, January 03, 2020 at KU Medical Center after a courageous ten-year battle.

He was born October 3, 1961, to Norman and Joyce (Lilly) Cox in St. Joseph, Missouri.

Rick graduated from Savannah High School in 1980. He worked as a lift truck mechanic and was a member of the First Christian Church of Savannah.

He enjoyed muscle cars, hunting, fishing, his grandkids, and spending time on his aunt and uncle’s farm in Maysville.

Rick was preceded in death by his parents; maternal and paternal grandparents; father-in-law, Wilbur Jeffers; and uncle, Seward Lilly, Jr.

Survivors include Sandi, of the home; children, Aaron (Walter) Bartram, Eric (Justina) Cox, Khris (Jesskah) Cox, Kenny (Jennifer) Cox; grandchildren, Mercades, Haliegh and Parker Bartram, Ryland, Addalyn, Jarrett, Heston, Hynley, and Houston Cox; sister, Cindy (Brian) Holmes; brother, Bill (Cindy) Cox, mother-in-law, Colleen Jeffers, and several nieces, nephews and extended family members.

Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. The family will gather with friends 1:00 to 3:00 P.M. Sunday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Children’s Mercy Hospital.



Richard Cox, 58, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, January 03, 2020 at KU Medical Center after a courageous ten-year battle.He was born October 3, 1961, to Norman and Joyce (Lilly) Cox in St. Joseph, Missouri.He married Sandi Cox October 23, 1982.Rick graduated from Savannah High School in 1980. He worked as a lift truck mechanic and was a member of the First Christian Church of Savannah.He enjoyed muscle cars, hunting, fishing, his grandkids, and spending time on his aunt and uncle’s farm in Maysville.Rick was preceded in death by his parents; maternal and paternal grandparents; father-in-law, Wilbur Jeffers; and uncle, Seward Lilly, Jr.Survivors include Sandi, of the home; children, Aaron (Walter) Bartram, Eric (Justina) Cox, Khris (Jesskah) Cox, Kenny (Jennifer) Cox; grandchildren, Mercades, Haliegh and Parker Bartram, Ryland, Addalyn, Jarrett, Heston, Hynley, and Houston Cox; sister, Cindy (Brian) Holmes; brother, Bill (Cindy) Cox, mother-in-law, Colleen Jeffers, and several nieces, nephews and extended family members.Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. The family will gather with friends 1:00 to 3:00 P.M. Sunday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Children’s Mercy Hospital.

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Richard "Rick" Cox  1960 - 2020

Betty Jean "BJ" Duncan, 85, of St Joseph, passed away Wednesday, January 1, 2020 at a Gower, MO health care facility. 

She was born February 28, 1934 in St. Joseph, daughter of Lillian and Chester McClellan. She attended Benton High School. She married Ralph Burks, and to that union they had 4 children. She later married Leon Duncan, who preceded her in death in 1995. Betty worked in food service for most of her life, having worked at Kings Food Host, owned and operated Jenny Lynn's Cafe, then later worked at Circle W, Henry's, and Weidmeier's. She was very dedicated to her parents, oldest of 8 siblings. Some of her hobbies included traveling, gardening, canning, fishing, cooking, home decorating, specifically wallpapering and redoing upholstery, and was an avid bowler for many years. 

Betty was preceded in death by father, Chester McClellan, mother, Lillian Pearl McClellan, 1st husband, Ralph Eugene Burks, husband, Leon Duncan and, brother, Edward McClellan and 2 infant brothers, James and Calvin McClellan. 

Survivors include children, Ronnie (Connie) Burks,of St. Joseph, Susan (Ben) Leauma, of St. Joseph, Brenda (John) Dodge of Stewartsville, MO and Douglas (Brenda) Burks, of St. Joseph, brothers, Robert (Ruth) McClellan, Roger McClellan, sisters, Dorothy Auxier, Loretta Auxier, Shirley (George) Holland and Sharon (Mike) Loman, grandchildren, Kimberley, Samantha, Rachael, Ryan, Sabreena, Ryleigh, Eli and Aaron, 6 great-grandchildren, and her beloved dachshund, Scooter.

Funeral Services will be 2:00 P.M., Monday, January 6, 2020 at Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Leanna VanZandt-Nauman officiating, The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM on Monday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Odd Fellows Public Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the Friends of the Animal Shelter of St. Joseph

Betty Jean "BJ" Duncan, 85, of St Joseph, passed away Wednesday, January 1, 2020 at a Gower, MO health care facility. She was born February 28, 1934 in St. Joseph, daughter of Lillian and Chester McClellan. She attended Benton High School. She married Ralph Burks, and to that union they had 4 children. She later married Leon Duncan, who preceded her in death in 1995. Betty worked in food service for most of her life, having worked at Kings Food Host, owned and operated Jenny Lynn's Cafe, then later worked at Circle W, Henry's, and Weidmeier's. She was very dedicated to her parents, oldest of 8 siblings. Some of her hobbies included traveling, gardening, canning, fishing, cooking, home decorating, specifically wallpapering and redoing upholstery, and was an avid bowler for many years. Betty was preceded in death by father, Chester McClellan, mother, Lillian Pearl McClellan, 1st husband, Ralph Eugene Burks, husband, Leon Duncan and, brother, Edward McClellan and 2 infant brothers, James and Calvin McClellan. Survivors include children, Ronnie (Connie) Burks,of St. Joseph, Susan (Ben) Leauma, of St. Joseph, Brenda (John) Dodge of Stewartsville, MO and Douglas (Brenda) Burks, of St. Joseph, brothers, Robert (Ruth) McClellan, Roger McClellan, sisters, Dorothy Auxier, Loretta Auxier, Shirley (George) Holland and Sharon (Mike) Loman, grandchildren, Kimberley, Samantha, Rachael, Ryan, Sabreena, Ryleigh, Eli and Aaron, 6 great-grandchildren, and her beloved dachshund, Scooter.Funeral Services will be 2:00 P.M., Monday, January 6, 2020 at Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Leanna VanZandt-Nauman officiating, The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM on Monday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Odd Fellows Public Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the Friends of the Animal Shelter of St. Joseph

Betty Jean Duncan  1934 - 2020

Debbie Roxanne Frayer, age 65, of Powhattan, passed away December 26th, with her loving husband, John, at her side.

Debbie spent her life caring for others as a nurse until she met Breana and fell in love with her. She took Breana into her home when she was only six months old and provided a warm home until Breana passed away at 11 years old.

Debbie married John Frayer, in February 1996. Debbie is loved and will be missed by her other 3 children and their spouses, Nathan and Jonna Davis, Nema and Robert Brown, Melissa and Eric Coots. Debbie also has 8 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.

Debbie was valued and loved by everyone that knew her.

A memorial will be held Saturday, January 11th, at 2 p.m. at the Methodist Church in Powhattan, KS.

Debbie Roxanne Frayer, age 65, of Powhattan, passed away December 26th, with her loving husband, John, at her side.Debbie spent her life caring for others as a nurse until she met Breana and fell in love with her. She took Breana into her home when she was only six months old and provided a warm home until Breana passed away at 11 years old.Debbie married John Frayer, in February 1996. Debbie is loved and will be missed by her other 3 children and their spouses, Nathan and Jonna Davis, Nema and Robert Brown, Melissa and Eric Coots. Debbie also has 8 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.Debbie was valued and loved by everyone that knew her.A memorial will be held Saturday, January 11th, at 2 p.m. at the Methodist Church in Powhattan, KS.<figure>
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Debbie Roxanne Frayer  1954 - 2019

Linda Sue Nold, 78, of St. Joseph, died unexpectedly, December 28, 2019.&nbsp; She was born October 5, 1941, in Amazonia, MO, to James P. and Lura (Vaughn) Johnson.

She was a graduate of Savannah High School.&nbsp; She was a homemaker and truck driver for over 30 years.&nbsp; Linda was an owner operator of her own truck, and then for 22 years drove for Johnson Controls/Ruan Transportation, where she received the Million Mile Award.

Survivors include her children, Eric Scott Landess, Cora Janelle Landess, Britte Suzanne Landess; four grandchildren, Nautika Landess, Jake Landess, Ashley Wolf, Jenny Snyder; great-grandchildren, Jordan Snyder, Dakota Wolf, Ryver Wolf, Hayven Wolf, Amber Marie Roland, Na'Taegan Rollie Landess, Na'Dayvion Brittain; and brother Daryl Johnson.

Preceding her in death were her parents, husbands, Billy Wayne Landess, Lamar Pettite, and Don Nold; brother Loren; and a grandson Phillip William.

Linda was a member of the Ladies of the Chamber of Commerce.&nbsp; She loved her flowers, loved to sew, and spent a lot of time with her grandchildren.&nbsp; She was very friendly to everyone, never knew a stranger, and loved to help people.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association.

Visitation will be Sunday, January 5, 2020, from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel.&nbsp; Services will be Monday, January 6, 2020, at 1:00 pm at the funeral home.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Ashland Cemetery.

Linda Sue Nold, 78, of St. Joseph, died unexpectedly, December 28, 2019.&nbsp; She was born October 5, 1941, in Amazonia, MO, to James P. and Lura (Vaughn) Johnson.She was a graduate of Savannah High School.&nbsp; She was a homemaker and truck driver for over 30 years.&nbsp; Linda was an owner operator of her own truck, and then for 22 years drove for Johnson Controls/Ruan Transportation, where she received the Million Mile Award.Survivors include her children, Eric Scott Landess, Cora Janelle Landess, Britte Suzanne Landess; four grandchildren, Nautika Landess, Jake Landess, Ashley Wolf, Jenny Snyder; great-grandchildren, Jordan Snyder, Dakota Wolf, Ryver Wolf, Hayven Wolf, Amber Marie Roland, Na'Taegan Rollie Landess, Na'Dayvion Brittain; and brother Daryl Johnson.Preceding her in death were her parents, husbands, Billy Wayne Landess, Lamar Pettite, and Don Nold; brother Loren; and a grandson Phillip William.Linda was a member of the Ladies of the Chamber of Commerce.&nbsp; She loved her flowers, loved to sew, and spent a lot of time with her grandchildren.&nbsp; She was very friendly to everyone, never knew a stranger, and loved to help people.Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association.Visitation will be Sunday, January 5, 2020, from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel.&nbsp; Services will be Monday, January 6, 2020, at 1:00 pm at the funeral home.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Ashland Cemetery.<figure>
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Linda Sue Nold  1941 - 2019

&nbsp;Lesley "Junior" Shelton 87 of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away December 31, 2019, at his home surrounded by his family.

Lesley was born on January 20, 1932 in Troy, Kansas. He was a lifelong resident of Troy, moving to St. Joseph in 1993.

Lesley served in the Korean War. Lesley was a member of First Southern Baptist Church of Blair, Kansas. He was also a member of the VFW #5581 in Wathena, Kansas, and the American Legion Post #55, in Troy, Kansas. He worked as a molder for Atchison Castings until retirement at the age of 62. He enjoyed visiting with his kids and grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his father Carl Shelton, mother Petronel Clary, step-dad Hobert Clary, step-mom Mary Rose Shelton &amp; brother Dwain Shelton.

Lesley is survived by wife of 63 years, Letha of the home. Son Michael; daughters Nancy Goodwin (Terry, Diana Livingston all of St. Joseph, Missouri. Brothers Gary Clary (Gail, Kenny Shelton, Troy, Kansas; Rick Shelton (Mary) of Arizona. Sisters, Pam Lehmer (Mark) Mound City, Missouri; Betty Schreiner, Gladstone, Missouri; Carolee Harring, Falls City, Nebraska. Granddaughters Megan, Leslie, Traci (Tyler) Kaylee &amp; Abbee. Grandsons, Bryson (Kathrin, Justin; great-granddaughters; Sadie, Jaelynn, Jalysse, Kinzlie; great-grandsons; Jett, Camden, Boden, Kolbie; great-great-granddaughter, Maddie; great-great-grandsons Cie, Kayson, Jaxson, Maverick and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

FUNERAL: Saturday, January 4, 2020 at 1:00 pm.

At: First Southern Baptist Church in Blair, Kansas

Visitation: family will receive friends from 6-8 pm, Friday evening January 3, at Harman-Rohde Funeral Home, Wathena, Kansas where friends may call after 9:00 am Friday.

Memorials: First Southern Baptist Church and Alzheimer's Association

&nbsp;Lesley "Junior" Shelton 87 of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away December 31, 2019, at his home surrounded by his family.Lesley was born on January 20, 1932 in Troy, Kansas. He was a lifelong resident of Troy, moving to St. Joseph in 1993.Lesley served in the Korean War. Lesley was a member of First Southern Baptist Church of Blair, Kansas. He was also a member of the VFW #5581 in Wathena, Kansas, and the American Legion Post #55, in Troy, Kansas. He worked as a molder for Atchison Castings until retirement at the age of 62. He enjoyed visiting with his kids and grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his father Carl Shelton, mother Petronel Clary, step-dad Hobert Clary, step-mom Mary Rose Shelton &amp; brother Dwain Shelton.Lesley is survived by wife of 63 years, Letha of the home. Son Michael; daughters Nancy Goodwin (Terry, Diana Livingston all of St. Joseph, Missouri. Brothers Gary Clary (Gail, Kenny Shelton, Troy, Kansas; Rick Shelton (Mary) of Arizona. Sisters, Pam Lehmer (Mark) Mound City, Missouri; Betty Schreiner, Gladstone, Missouri; Carolee Harring, Falls City, Nebraska. Granddaughters Megan, Leslie, Traci (Tyler) Kaylee &amp; Abbee. Grandsons, Bryson (Kathrin, Justin; great-granddaughters; Sadie, Jaelynn, Jalysse, Kinzlie; great-grandsons; Jett, Camden, Boden, Kolbie; great-great-granddaughter, Maddie; great-great-grandsons Cie, Kayson, Jaxson, Maverick and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.FUNERAL: Saturday, January 4, 2020 at 1:00 pm.At: First Southern Baptist Church in Blair, KansasVisitation: family will receive friends from 6-8 pm, Friday evening January 3, at Harman-Rohde Funeral Home, Wathena, Kansas where friends may call after 9:00 am Friday.Memorials: First Southern Baptist Church and Alzheimer's Association

Lesley "Junior" Shelton  1932 - 2019

Melvin Leroy Tyler 75, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Tuesday, December 31, 2019 in a Saint Joseph, Missouri Hospital. 

He was born July 9, 1944 in St. Joseph, Missouri, son of the late Lou Ella &amp; Melvin Tyler. 

He married Robin Tyler in 1992, and she survives of the home. 

He graduated from DeKalb High School, and had worked at Herzog Construction for over 32 years. He enjoyed golfing, fishing, gardening, and keeping his grass mowed. He loved being outside, and busy doing projects around the house. He was a huge Nascar fan. His favorite racer is Jimmy Johnson. He was also an animal lover. 

Melvin was preceded in death by his parents, and a son, Billy Joe Tyler. 

Survivors include: wife, Robin Tyler of the home, 6 children: Sandy (Curt) Acord, Tammy Sue (Gordon) Bennington, Tim (Penny) Tyler, Bradley J. (Amber) Tyler, William Jesse (Tracy) Tyler, and Candy (Terry) Kalamon, numerous grandchildren &amp; great grandchildren, one brother and two sisters. 

The family will receive friends from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm on Saturday at the Rupp Funeral Home, with a Celebration of Life at 4:00 pm at the Rupp Funeral Home. He will be cremated under care and direction of the Rupp Funeral Home following the services. Memorials are requested to the American Cancer Society.

Melvin Leroy Tyler 75, of Saint Joseph, Missouri passed away Tuesday, December 31, 2019 in a Saint Joseph, Missouri Hospital. He was born July 9, 1944 in St. Joseph, Missouri, son of the late Lou Ella &amp; Melvin Tyler. He married Robin Tyler in 1992, and she survives of the home. He graduated from DeKalb High School, and had worked at Herzog Construction for over 32 years. He enjoyed golfing, fishing, gardening, and keeping his grass mowed. He loved being outside, and busy doing projects around the house. He was a huge Nascar fan. His favorite racer is Jimmy Johnson. He was also an animal lover. Melvin was preceded in death by his parents, and a son, Billy Joe Tyler. Survivors include: wife, Robin Tyler of the home, 6 children: Sandy (Curt) Acord, Tammy Sue (Gordon) Bennington, Tim (Penny) Tyler, Bradley J. (Amber) Tyler, William Jesse (Tracy) Tyler, and Candy (Terry) Kalamon, numerous grandchildren &amp; great grandchildren, one brother and two sisters. The family will receive friends from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm on Saturday at the Rupp Funeral Home, with a Celebration of Life at 4:00 pm at the Rupp Funeral Home. He will be cremated under care and direction of the Rupp Funeral Home following the services. Memorials are requested to the American Cancer Society.<figure>
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Patricia Lee Baumann, 70, of Omaha, NE formerly of Atchison KS died on Sunday, Dec. 29th, 2019 at the Immanuel Hospital, Omaha, NE.

Memorial services will be held at 10:00 am on Monday, Jan. 6, at the Trinity Lutheran Church, with Rev. Robert Ziegler officiating. Burial of the cremated remains will be in the Sunset Memory Gardens, Atchison. The family will receive friends from 9:00 am until time of service at the church. Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Heart Association or the Diabetes Association and may be sent in care of the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, who is handling the arrangements. Words for comfort and remembrances may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Patricia Lee Pierce was born on April 22, 1949 in Atchison KS the daughter of Ervin Lee and Rose Marie (Deyhle) Pierce. Patty graduated from Atchison High School in 1967. She worked in the dietary department of the Atchison Hospital for many years. She was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church, and enjoyed bowling, collecting teddy bears, lighthouses, and cook books. Patty was an excellent candy maker and especially enjoyed her grandchildren.

Survivors include a son Michael (Amy) Baumann, Bennington, NE, two grandchildren, Pierce and Eli Baumann, a niece Misty(Rex) Jones, Atchison KS, two great nieces, Paige and Samantha Jones and great nephew, Sean Jones, all of Atchison, KS. Her parents, a brother, Ervin Pierce, Jr, and a sister, Sandra Foster preceded her in death.



Patricia Lee Baumann, 70, of Omaha, NE formerly of Atchison KS died on Sunday, Dec. 29th, 2019 at the Immanuel Hospital, Omaha, NE.Memorial services will be held at 10:00 am on Monday, Jan. 6, at the Trinity Lutheran Church, with Rev. Robert Ziegler officiating. Burial of the cremated remains will be in the Sunset Memory Gardens, Atchison. The family will receive friends from 9:00 am until time of service at the church. Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Heart Association or the Diabetes Association and may be sent in care of the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, who is handling the arrangements. Words for comfort and remembrances may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.Patricia Lee Pierce was born on April 22, 1949 in Atchison KS the daughter of Ervin Lee and Rose Marie (Deyhle) Pierce. Patty graduated from Atchison High School in 1967. She worked in the dietary department of the Atchison Hospital for many years. She was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church, and enjoyed bowling, collecting teddy bears, lighthouses, and cook books. Patty was an excellent candy maker and especially enjoyed her grandchildren.Survivors include a son Michael (Amy) Baumann, Bennington, NE, two grandchildren, Pierce and Eli Baumann, a niece Misty(Rex) Jones, Atchison KS, two great nieces, Paige and Samantha Jones and great nephew, Sean Jones, all of Atchison, KS. Her parents, a brother, Ervin Pierce, Jr, and a sister, Sandra Foster preceded her in death.

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Patricia Lee Baumann (Pierce)  1949 - 2019

Richard Warner, Sr., 74, of St. Joseph, died December 29, 2019 at Mosaic Hospital surrounded by his loving family.&nbsp;

Richard was born January 18, 1945, in St. Joseph, to Paul Richard and Maxine (Boyles) Warner.

He was a graduate of Lafayette High School, then joined the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War; receiving an honorable discharge.

He retired from the Water Pollution Control of St. Joseph.

Survivors include a son Rich Warner, Jr.; sister Mary Lynn Barger; granddaughter Kilsey Keesler; two great-grandchildren; niece Misty Barger and a nephew Robert Barger, Jr.

Richard was preceded in death by his parents and his companion Shirley.

He was a member of Northwest Missouri Street Rods.&nbsp; He loved going to cars shows with his buddies and hanging out at Bob's Garage.

Visitation will be Saturday, January 4, 2020, from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel.&nbsp; &nbsp;Interment will be at Feuquay Cemetery at a later date.

Richard Warner, Sr., 74, of St. Joseph, died December 29, 2019 at Mosaic Hospital surrounded by his loving family.&nbsp;Richard was born January 18, 1945, in St. Joseph, to Paul Richard and Maxine (Boyles) Warner.He was a graduate of Lafayette High School, then joined the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War; receiving an honorable discharge.He retired from the Water Pollution Control of St. Joseph.Survivors include a son Rich Warner, Jr.; sister Mary Lynn Barger; granddaughter Kilsey Keesler; two great-grandchildren; niece Misty Barger and a nephew Robert Barger, Jr.Richard was preceded in death by his parents and his companion Shirley.He was a member of Northwest Missouri Street Rods.&nbsp; He loved going to cars shows with his buddies and hanging out at Bob's Garage.Visitation will be Saturday, January 4, 2020, from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel.&nbsp; &nbsp;Interment will be at Feuquay Cemetery at a later date.<figure>
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Richard Warner, Sr.  1945 - 2019

Jay Daniel Watson 58, St. Joseph, Missouri, died Sunday, December 29, 2019. 

Preceded in death by wife, Laura Watson, and parents, JD and Diane Watson. 

Survivors include: son, Brian Watson, brother, Mark Watson, and half sister, Kathy Dove. 

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

Jay Daniel Watson 58, St. Joseph, Missouri, died Sunday, December 29, 2019. Born July 18, 1961, Marysville, CA. Preceded in death by wife, Laura Watson, and parents, JD and Diane Watson. Survivors include: son, Brian Watson, brother, Mark Watson, and half sister, Kathy Dove. Cremation under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. There are no scheduled visitation or memorial services at this time.&nbsp;

Jay Daniel Watson  1961 - 2019



Viola Lee Fasching Burton (Lee) passed away in St Joseph on Monday, December 30, 2019 at a St. Joseph health care center. She was born to William and Margaret (Jackson) Fasching on February 19,1933. Lee grew up in St. Joseph and attended McKinley Elementary and Benton High School. Lee was a soft-spoken, caring woman with a keen sense of humor. She was a member of King Hill United Methodist Church, where she accepted Jesus Christ as her savior.

She married Robert “Bob” Burton in 1949, and they had 4 children. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Her children also attended McKinley Elementary School. Lee volunteered for many school functions there, &nbsp;and she was an active member of the PTA. After the children were older, she worked at Head Start as a teacher’s aide. The students all called her “Bigfoot” after she stepped on a mouse that was running through the classroom. Later, she worked many years at TG&amp;Y, mostly in the fabric department, and she has the fabric stash to prove it.

To get some time together, Lee and Bob took dance lessons in the mid ‘50s, that’s when their love of dancing began. Lee loved many types of dance including swing, foxtrot, square, and line dancing. She also enjoyed sewing, crafting, and baking. Lee made many clothes for her children and herself. She decorated cakes for family's and friends’ birthdays and weddings. She made wedding cakes for all four of her children. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends, whether gathering for food, a friendly game of cards, or both. She gladly helped others providing transportation and companionship to friends until she was no longer able to drive. She liked to travel and visited Hawaii, the Bahamas, England, and took a train ride to Reno, Nevada. But her favorite place was home, where she would often see deer come out of the woods onto her lawn, or look down the hill and see downtown St Joseph in the distance.

Lee was preceded in death by Bob, her husband of 49 years; her brothers-Jack Fasching, Dick Fasching, and Bill Fasching all of St Joseph; and one son, Timothy (Tim) Burton. She is survived by her children: Margaret Weston of St. Joseph, Robert Burton (Mary Ann) of Katy, Texas, and Linda Yates (Keith) of Garland, Texas; 12 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren with twins arriving in June, and 3 great-great grandchildren with another due in May, sisters-in-law, Arlene Fasching, Connie Fasching, and Martha Stacio, and numerous nieces and nephews.

While her whole family greatly loved and sacrificially supported her, special recognition goes to Margaret Weston, David Weston, and Wendi Weston for making it possible for Mom to stay in her home for so long.

The family also thanks the staff of Senior Living of St. Joseph, and Mosaic Life Care Hospice for their loving, gentle care of our mother during her final months of life. The family will receive friends from 1-2 pm Friday, with a Memorial Service starting at 2:00 p.m. at the Rupp Funeral Home.&nbsp;



Viola Lee Fasching Burton (Lee) passed away in St Joseph on Monday, December 30, 2019 at a St. Joseph health care center. She was born to William and Margaret (Jackson) Fasching on February 19,1933. Lee grew up in St. Joseph and attended McKinley Elementary and Benton High School. Lee was a soft-spoken, caring woman with a keen sense of humor. She was a member of King Hill United Methodist Church, where she accepted Jesus Christ as her savior.She married Robert “Bob” Burton in 1949, and they had 4 children. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Her children also attended McKinley Elementary School. Lee volunteered for many school functions there, &nbsp;and she was an active member of the PTA. After the children were older, she worked at Head Start as a teacher’s aide. The students all called her “Bigfoot” after she stepped on a mouse that was running through the classroom. Later, she worked many years at TG&amp;Y, mostly in the fabric department, and she has the fabric stash to prove it.To get some time together, Lee and Bob took dance lessons in the mid ‘50s, that’s when their love of dancing began. Lee loved many types of dance including swing, foxtrot, square, and line dancing. She also enjoyed sewing, crafting, and baking. Lee made many clothes for her children and herself. She decorated cakes for family's and friends’ birthdays and weddings. She made wedding cakes for all four of her children. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends, whether gathering for food, a friendly game of cards, or both. She gladly helped others providing transportation and companionship to friends until she was no longer able to drive. She liked to travel and visited Hawaii, the Bahamas, England, and took a train ride to Reno, Nevada. But her favorite place was home, where she would often see deer come out of the woods onto her lawn, or look down the hill and see downtown St Joseph in the distance.Lee was preceded in death by Bob, her husband of 49 years; her brothers-Jack Fasching, Dick Fasching, and Bill Fasching all of St Joseph; and one son, Timothy (Tim) Burton. She is survived by her children: Margaret Weston of St. Joseph, Robert Burton (Mary Ann) of Katy, Texas, and Linda Yates (Keith) of Garland, Texas; 12 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren with twins arriving in June, and 3 great-great grandchildren with another due in May, sisters-in-law, Arlene Fasching, Connie Fasching, and Martha Stacio, and numerous nieces and nephews.While her whole family greatly loved and sacrificially supported her, special recognition goes to Margaret Weston, David Weston, and Wendi Weston for making it possible for Mom to stay in her home for so long.The family also thanks the staff of Senior Living of St. Joseph, and Mosaic Life Care Hospice for their loving, gentle care of our mother during her final months of life. The family will receive friends from 1-2 pm Friday, with a Memorial Service starting at 2:00 p.m. at the Rupp Funeral Home.&nbsp;

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Viola Lee Burton  1933 - 2019



On Monday, December 30, 2019, Whitney Kate Wells gained her angel wings. Our sweet girl was surrounded by family, close friends, her dog Charles, and a very special Mosaic Hospice team-Kristy Guess, Missy Wiedmer, and Heidi Sidwell. Whitney Kate could not have fought a more courageous battle since May 14, her diagnosis day.

Whitney Kate, age 10, was born at Winnie Palmer Memorial Hospital for Women and Babies in Orlando, Florida on May 8, 2009. Her parents, Scott and Tara Wells, were so blessed to have adopted her and to have been present at her birth. Whit became part of the Wells family on Mother’s Day 2009. She has always been a spunky, smart, intuitive and extremely caring little girl. Her personality was one of a kind. At one time her goal was to become President of the United States and name her jet “The Whitney.”

Whitney Kate was preceded in death by her precious older sister, Ruby Kate Wells, in 2008. She was also preceded in death by her grandfathers Rod Gillespie and Chester Wells; and two uncles Lynn and Wayne Wells.

Whit is survived by her wonderful brother Jesse Scott Wells, her grandmothers Nancy Gillespie and Patricia Wells and numerous aunts and uncles – Tonya McCrea, Connie Wells and Arthur Schottel, Gary and Nancy Wells, Mike and Cindy Wells, Kenny and Jami Wells, and Steve Wells. She is also survived by numerous cousins – Cash McCrea, Bridget Jobes (Brian, Brian Wells, Brent Wells (Maggie, Kyle Wells (Melissa, Kortni Epperson (Logan, Beth Bell (Brett, Dustin Wells, Doren Wells and Daman Wells. Additionally, Whitney had so many friends that supported her throughout her short education and during this difficult DIPG journey. Whitney had the most special connection with her third-grade teacher, Mrs. Trisha Viselli, from the Oak Grove teaching team. Whitney also attended school with her mom at Pershing Elementary.

Memorial Service 1:00 P.M. Thursday, January 2nd, Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. There is no scheduled family visitation. Interment at Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial gifts to the Whitney Kate Wells Memorial which will be used to positively impact the lives of St. Joseph community children. Donations are being accepted at Nodaway Valley Bank locations.



On Monday, December 30, 2019, Whitney Kate Wells gained her angel wings. Our sweet girl was surrounded by family, close friends, her dog Charles, and a very special Mosaic Hospice team-Kristy Guess, Missy Wiedmer, and Heidi Sidwell. Whitney Kate could not have fought a more courageous battle since May 14, her diagnosis day.Whitney Kate, age 10, was born at Winnie Palmer Memorial Hospital for Women and Babies in Orlando, Florida on May 8, 2009. Her parents, Scott and Tara Wells, were so blessed to have adopted her and to have been present at her birth. Whit became part of the Wells family on Mother’s Day 2009. She has always been a spunky, smart, intuitive and extremely caring little girl. Her personality was one of a kind. At one time her goal was to become President of the United States and name her jet “The Whitney.”Whitney Kate was preceded in death by her precious older sister, Ruby Kate Wells, in 2008. She was also preceded in death by her grandfathers Rod Gillespie and Chester Wells; and two uncles Lynn and Wayne Wells.Whit is survived by her wonderful brother Jesse Scott Wells, her grandmothers Nancy Gillespie and Patricia Wells and numerous aunts and uncles – Tonya McCrea, Connie Wells and Arthur Schottel, Gary and Nancy Wells, Mike and Cindy Wells, Kenny and Jami Wells, and Steve Wells. She is also survived by numerous cousins – Cash McCrea, Bridget Jobes (Brian, Brian Wells, Brent Wells (Maggie, Kyle Wells (Melissa, Kortni Epperson (Logan, Beth Bell (Brett, Dustin Wells, Doren Wells and Daman Wells. Additionally, Whitney had so many friends that supported her throughout her short education and during this difficult DIPG journey. Whitney had the most special connection with her third-grade teacher, Mrs. Trisha Viselli, from the Oak Grove teaching team. Whitney also attended school with her mom at Pershing Elementary.Memorial Service 1:00 P.M. Thursday, January 2nd, Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. There is no scheduled family visitation. Interment at Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial gifts to the Whitney Kate Wells Memorial which will be used to positively impact the lives of St. Joseph community children. Donations are being accepted at Nodaway Valley Bank locations.

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Whitney Kate Wells  2009 - 2019



Dorothy L. Andrews, 97, Tomball, Texas, formerly of Helena, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, December 25, 2019.

She was born June 21, 1922 in Andrew County, Missouri.

Dorothy married Vernon Andrews September 25, 1943. He preceded her in death July 15, 2014.

Dorothy L. Andrews, 97, Tomball, Texas, formerly of Helena, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, December 25, 2019.She was born June 21, 1922 in Andrew County, Missouri.Dorothy married Vernon Andrews September 25, 1943. He preceded her in death July 15, 2014.She was a member of Union Star Baptist Church and Andrew County Farm Bureau. Dorothy was also a correspondent for the Tri-County News and the Savannah Reporter.She was also preceded in death by her son, William Andrews; parents, Dewey and Jenny (Jenkins) Gibson; and sister, Doris Bellington.Survivors include daughter, Marcia Irwin (Rick, Bedias, TX; grandchildren, Becky Sword (Dennis, Gina Schoreack (David, Brad Irwin, Sherry Ulsh (Vince, Cort Andrews (Elizabeth, Jason Andrews (Sarah, Nicole Hagman (Erick); 14 great-grandchildren; daughter-in-law, Darlene Volker (Alan); numerous nieces and nephews.Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Union Star Cemetery. The family will gather with friends one hour prior to the service, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to Union Star Baptist Church.

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