

Rosalia “Rose” L. (Tasset) Lawrence, 83, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, January 23, 2020.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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



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

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Rosalia "Rose" L. (Tasset) Lawrence  1936 - 2020



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

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

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

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

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

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

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



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

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Betty Ann Kunrath  1949 - 2020



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

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

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

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

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



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

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Arthur “Sonny” Sanders  1937 - 2020



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

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

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

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

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



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

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Mark Edward Matthias  1946 - 2020

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Julia L. Johnson  1934 - 2020



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

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

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

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

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



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

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Portia Kay Cortner  1946 - 2020



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

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

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



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

Asher Lee Patterson  2019 - 2020

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

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

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

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

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

Ray is survived by his wife, Lousie; children, Nancy Jeffries "Merle", Kathleen Tatro "Mark Martin", Sarah Fitzpatrick "David", Gail Palmer "Chuck" and Mike Mackernan; nine grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren and cousins.

Mr. Mackernan was preceded in death by his parents; two sons, Larry and Raymond Mackernan; two grandchildren, Marlene Heath and Tommy Tatro and siblings, Betty Lovell, Janie Harness, Viola Schultz, Rose Foster and Robert Spidell.

Services 2:00 PM Monday at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery.

The family will receive friends 2:00 to 4:00 PM Sunday at our chapel.

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



Vivian ” Jean” Moore, 83, of Lee’s Summit, Mo, formerly of Lake Tapawingo, MO died on Monday, January 20, 2020 at her home following a long battle with cancer.

Memorial services will be at 11:30 am on Tuesday, Jan. 28th, 2020 at the First United Methodist Church, Blue Springs, MO. Interment of her cremated remains will follow the service in the Worship Courtyard of the church. The family will receive friends from 10:30 am on Tuesday at the church until time of services. Memorial contributions are suggested to the First United Methodist Church or the American Cancer Society and may be sent in care of the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, 800 Kansas Ave, Atchison, KS who is handling the arrangements. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

V. “Jean” Gottman was born on March 4, 1936 in Hannibal, MO the daughter of Stanley F. and Helen M. (Weller) Gottman. Jean graduated from Palmyra High School in 1954. She was married to the love of her life Richard E.”Dick” Moore on March 20, 1955 at the United Methodist Church, Palmyra , MO. Dick &amp; Jean made their home on Lake Tapawingo, Blue Springs, MO. Jean worked for Rupert Manufacturing for 21 years, Fluid Equipment for over 7 years and Ronson Mfg for 13 years before retiring. She was an active member of the First United Methodist Church, Blue Springs, MO where she served as an usher, a bible class teacher, was a former choir member, and had attended many bible study classes through the years. Jean enjoyed living at the lake, boating, water skiing, and walking around the lake. She played the organ, enjoyed traveling and had an infectious laugh.

Survivors include two sisters, Rita J.Thompson, Green River, WY, and Joyce (Grant) Hess, Palmyra, MO, special care giver and cousin Linda Campbell, St. Joseph, MO, brother-in law Bob (Dee) Moore, Bixby, OK, Sister-in law’s Elizabeth (Ed) Carter, Cumberland IA, Carol Coulson, Bethany, MO and numerous nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews. Her parents, step-father, Carl Klein, husband Dick, brother-in-laws Bill Thompson, Roger Coulson, and Jay Dee Callighan, Sr., sister-in-law, Marilyn Callighan, two great nephews and several companion dogs, including Itty Bit preceded her in death.



Vivian ” Jean” Moore, 83, of Lee’s Summit, Mo, formerly of Lake Tapawingo, MO died on Monday, January 20, 2020 at her home following a long battle with cancer.Memorial services will be at 11:30 am on Tuesday, Jan. 28th, 2020 at the First United Methodist Church, Blue Springs, MO. Interment of her cremated remains will follow the service in the Worship Courtyard of the church. The family will receive friends from 10:30 am on Tuesday at the church until time of services. Memorial contributions are suggested to the First United Methodist Church or the American Cancer Society and may be sent in care of the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, 800 Kansas Ave, Atchison, KS who is handling the arrangements. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.V. “Jean” Gottman was born on March 4, 1936 in Hannibal, MO the daughter of Stanley F. and Helen M. (Weller) Gottman. Jean graduated from Palmyra High School in 1954. She was married to the love of her life Richard E.”Dick” Moore on March 20, 1955 at the United Methodist Church, Palmyra , MO. Dick &amp; Jean made their home on Lake Tapawingo, Blue Springs, MO. Jean worked for Rupert Manufacturing for 21 years, Fluid Equipment for over 7 years and Ronson Mfg for 13 years before retiring. She was an active member of the First United Methodist Church, Blue Springs, MO where she served as an usher, a bible class teacher, was a former choir member, and had attended many bible study classes through the years. Jean enjoyed living at the lake, boating, water skiing, and walking around the lake. She played the organ, enjoyed traveling and had an infectious laugh.Survivors include two sisters, Rita J.Thompson, Green River, WY, and Joyce (Grant) Hess, Palmyra, MO, special care giver and cousin Linda Campbell, St. Joseph, MO, brother-in law Bob (Dee) Moore, Bixby, OK, Sister-in law’s Elizabeth (Ed) Carter, Cumberland IA, Carol Coulson, Bethany, MO and numerous nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews. Her parents, step-father, Carl Klein, husband Dick, brother-in-laws Bill Thompson, Roger Coulson, and Jay Dee Callighan, Sr., sister-in-law, Marilyn Callighan, two great nephews and several companion dogs, including Itty Bit preceded her in death.

Vivian Jean Moore (Gottman)  1936 - 2020

Pauline Ussary, 96, of Agency, Missouri, passed away January 20, 2020.

Pauline was born March 26, 1923 in Agency to the late Dennis and May (Berry) Staggs.&nbsp;

She was the valedictorian of the Agency High School class of 1940 and taught elementary school there.&nbsp; She earned an associate degree in teaching from Northwest Missouri State University.&nbsp;

Pauline married V. Doyle Ussary on December 31, 1942.&nbsp; He passed away on May 13, 2010.&nbsp;

Pauline was a member of the Agency Christian Church.&nbsp; She loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.&nbsp;

In addition to her parents and husband, Pauline is preceded in death by three siblings.&nbsp;

Survivors:&nbsp; son, Brian Ussary (Channon); daughter, Cheryl Collier; grandchildren, Lindsay Fritz (Aaron, Megan Wyatt (Brandon, Blair Ussary, Nathan Collier and Kristen Collier; great-grandchildren, Mack, Mason &amp; Jax Fritz.&nbsp;

Service:&nbsp; 1:00 PM, Friday, January 24, 2020 at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel.&nbsp; Interment:&nbsp; Agency Cemetery.

Visitation:&nbsp; 4:30-7:00 PM, Thursday; January 23, 2020 at our chapel.

The family suggests memorial contributions to the Agency Christian Church.&nbsp; The family would like to extend a special thanks to Pauline's caregivers, Marti &amp; Fran.&nbsp;

Pauline Ussary, 96, of Agency, Missouri, passed away January 20, 2020.Pauline was born March 26, 1923 in Agency to the late Dennis and May (Berry) Staggs.&nbsp;She was the valedictorian of the Agency High School class of 1940 and taught elementary school there.&nbsp; She earned an associate degree in teaching from Northwest Missouri State University.&nbsp;Pauline married V. Doyle Ussary on December 31, 1942.&nbsp; He passed away on May 13, 2010.&nbsp;Pauline was a member of the Agency Christian Church.&nbsp; She loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.&nbsp;In addition to her parents and husband, Pauline is preceded in death by three siblings.&nbsp;Survivors:&nbsp; son, Brian Ussary (Channon); daughter, Cheryl Collier; grandchildren, Lindsay Fritz (Aaron, Megan Wyatt (Brandon, Blair Ussary, Nathan Collier and Kristen Collier; great-grandchildren, Mack, Mason &amp; Jax Fritz.&nbsp;Service:&nbsp; 1:00 PM, Friday, January 24, 2020 at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel.&nbsp; Interment:&nbsp; Agency Cemetery.Visitation:&nbsp; 4:30-7:00 PM, Thursday; January 23, 2020 at our chapel.The family suggests memorial contributions to the Agency Christian Church.&nbsp; The family would like to extend a special thanks to Pauline's caregivers, Marti &amp; Fran.&nbsp;

Pauline Ussary  1923 - 2020



Dixie Ann (Godfrey) Black, 85 years old, passed away peacefully with her family at her side on January 16, 2020, in Arkansas.

Celebration of life services will be 2:00 pm on Saturday, January 25, 2020 at Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, Atchison, KS. Burial will follow in the Sugar Creek Cemetery, Rushville, MO. Visitation will be at 1 pm until time of service. In lieu of flowers she requested memorial contributions to St. Jude's Hospital, Memphis Tennessee and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Dixie was born on July 20, 1934 in Atchison, KS the daughter of Robert and Laura Mae (Neu) Godfrey. Dixie was a sports fanatic. After moving to Mountain Home, Arkansas where her son lives, she had to get all of the channels that showed Jayhawk and Chief's games, and most of all her beloved Royals. Mrs. Black was also very committed to St. Jude's Hospital and was thrilled when she was able to tour the facility.

In 1952 she married Donald Armontrout. They later divorced. In 1972 she married the love of her life Ernest Black. He preceded her death in 2006. Dixie is survived by son's Steven (Victoria) Armontrout, Dale(Sue)Black, and daughter Vicki Armontrout (Jimmy) Means. Also surviving are her beloved granddaughter Lisa (Matt) Forschler and grandson Jason (Anisha) Armontrout. She always said they were her life. Mrs. Black is also survived by 8 great grandchildren, 2 great-great grandchildren and many special nieces and nephews.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, 7 brothers and sisters.



Dixie Ann (Godfrey) Black, 85 years old, passed away peacefully with her family at her side on January 16, 2020, in Arkansas.Celebration of life services will be 2:00 pm on Saturday, January 25, 2020 at Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, Atchison, KS. Burial will follow in the Sugar Creek Cemetery, Rushville, MO. Visitation will be at 1 pm until time of service. In lieu of flowers she requested memorial contributions to St. Jude's Hospital, Memphis Tennessee and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.Dixie was born on July 20, 1934 in Atchison, KS the daughter of Robert and Laura Mae (Neu) Godfrey. Dixie was a sports fanatic. After moving to Mountain Home, Arkansas where her son lives, she had to get all of the channels that showed Jayhawk and Chief's games, and most of all her beloved Royals. Mrs. Black was also very committed to St. Jude's Hospital and was thrilled when she was able to tour the facility.In 1952 she married Donald Armontrout. They later divorced. In 1972 she married the love of her life Ernest Black. He preceded her death in 2006. Dixie is survived by son's Steven (Victoria) Armontrout, Dale(Sue)Black, and daughter Vicki Armontrout (Jimmy) Means. Also surviving are her beloved granddaughter Lisa (Matt) Forschler and grandson Jason (Anisha) Armontrout. She always said they were her life. Mrs. Black is also survived by 8 great grandchildren, 2 great-great grandchildren and many special nieces and nephews.She was also preceded in death by her parents, 7 brothers and sisters.

Dixie Ann Black (Godfrey)  1934 - 2020



Robert Edward “Bob” Grieves, 92, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, January 19, 2020.

He was born November 21, 1927 in Joplin, Missouri.

Bob married Mary Ellen Luber June 10, 1951. She survives of the home.

He was a member of Francis Street First United Methodist, Past Master at Saxton Lodge, Lambda Chi Alpha, OSU, Sigma Tau Honorary Engineering Fraternity, ETA Kappa NU, NW Chapter of Missouri Society of Electrical Engineers, Masonic Lodge #508/Scottish Rite, Moila Temple, M.E.I.A. Investment Association and Friday Morning Breakfast Club.

Bob enjoyed sailing, fixing things that were beyond repair, but most of all being a father and grandfather.

He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Ethel (Braithwaite) Grieves; sister, Marian Anderson.

Additional survivors include sons, James Grieves (Tina, Scott Grieves (Karen); grandchildren, Kristofer, Tristan and Daniel Grieves, Laura Goodrich (Chris); brother, William Grieves.

Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to Shriners Hospitals for Children. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.



Robert Edward “Bob” Grieves, 92, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, January 19, 2020.He was born November 21, 1927 in Joplin, Missouri.Bob married Mary Ellen Luber June 10, 1951. She survives of the home.He was a member of Francis Street First United Methodist, Past Master at Saxton Lodge, Lambda Chi Alpha, OSU, Sigma Tau Honorary Engineering Fraternity, ETA Kappa NU, NW Chapter of Missouri Society of Electrical Engineers, Masonic Lodge #508/Scottish Rite, Moila Temple, M.E.I.A. Investment Association and Friday Morning Breakfast Club.Bob enjoyed sailing, fixing things that were beyond repair, but most of all being a father and grandfather.He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Ethel (Braithwaite) Grieves; sister, Marian Anderson.Additional survivors include sons, James Grieves (Tina, Scott Grieves (Karen); grandchildren, Kristofer, Tristan and Daniel Grieves, Laura Goodrich (Chris); brother, William Grieves.Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to Shriners Hospitals for Children. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

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Ronald J. Sheridan, 71, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, January 17, 2020.

He was born April 10, 1948 in Kansas City, Missouri.

Ronald enjoyed life and spending time with his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Nadine (Merritt) Sheridan; sister, Connie Chambers.

Survivors include girlfriend of 22 years, Sherrell Kendall; daughters, Jessica Kendall (William Reynolds, Tonya Dickerson; 6 grandchildren; brothers, Larry, Randy, Roger Sheridan; sister, Katrina Sheridan; numerous nieces and nephews.

Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations to the funeral home to help with funeral expenses or to donate online, visit Ronald’s Tribute Page at www.meierhoffer.com and select Donate Now.



Ronald J. Sheridan, 71, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, January 17, 2020.He was born April 10, 1948 in Kansas City, Missouri.Ronald enjoyed life and spending time with his family.He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Nadine (Merritt) Sheridan; sister, Connie Chambers.Survivors include girlfriend of 22 years, Sherrell Kendall; daughters, Jessica Kendall (William Reynolds, Tonya Dickerson; 6 grandchildren; brothers, Larry, Randy, Roger Sheridan; sister, Katrina Sheridan; numerous nieces and nephews.Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations to the funeral home to help with funeral expenses or to donate online, visit Ronald’s Tribute Page at www.meierhoffer.com and select Donate Now.

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Viola A. Laster 90, passed away Thursday, January 16, 2020 in Springfield, MO. 

Born August 9, 1929, Verdon, NE. She was preceded in death by husband, Charles, parents, Horace &amp; Vera Munro, brothers, Henry &amp; Charles Munro, and Keith Siddens, sisters, and Virginia Garret and Wilma Caswell. Survivors: son, Dennis Williams, daughters, Denise Kuhs, Vera Thigpen, 11 grandchildren, several great grandchildren, step sister, Shirlene Manion. 

There was no scheduled visitation in St. Joseph.&nbsp;

Viola A. Laster 90, passed away Thursday, January 16, 2020 in Springfield, MO. Born August 9, 1929, Verdon, NE. She was preceded in death by husband, Charles, parents, Horace &amp; Vera Munro, brothers, Henry &amp; Charles Munro, and Keith Siddens, sisters, and Virginia Garret and Wilma Caswell. Survivors: son, Dennis Williams, daughters, Denise Kuhs, Vera Thigpen, 11 grandchildren, several great grandchildren, step sister, Shirlene Manion. There was no scheduled visitation in St. Joseph.&nbsp;

Viola Almeda Laster  1929 - 2020

Melvin Ray Silvey 71, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Monday, January 13, 2020 in a Kansas City hospital. 

He was born January 6, 1949 in St. Joseph, Missouri, son of the late Violett &amp; Charles Silvey. He worked as a auto mechanic his entire life, including for the City of St. Joseph, in the sanitation department. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle, and he was a member of the Abate of Missouri, Jesse James Chapter, and loved traveling with his friends and his beloved dog. 

Melvin was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Ruby Kay Silvey, brothers, Sherman and Lenny Silvey, and a sister, Joyce Marie Moppin. Survivors include sons, Shane Silvey of Kansas City, MO and Joshua Silvey, daughter, Dawn Baltezor of Independence, MO, grandchildren: Kailey, Ciara, Amanda, Kendra, &amp; Courtney, and seven great grandchildren. 

&nbsp;Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

Melvin Ray Silvey 71, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Monday, January 13, 2020 in a Kansas City hospital. He was born January 6, 1949 in St. Joseph, Missouri, son of the late Violett &amp; Charles Silvey. He worked as a auto mechanic his entire life, including for the City of St. Joseph, in the sanitation department. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle, and he was a member of the Abate of Missouri, Jesse James Chapter, and loved traveling with his friends and his beloved dog. Melvin was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Ruby Kay Silvey, brothers, Sherman and Lenny Silvey, and a sister, Joyce Marie Moppin. Survivors include sons, Shane Silvey of Kansas City, MO and Joshua Silvey, daughter, Dawn Baltezor of Independence, MO, grandchildren: Kailey, Ciara, Amanda, Kendra, &amp; Courtney, and seven great grandchildren. &nbsp;Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com<figure>
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James Robert Bennett 89, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, January 18, 2020 in St. Joseph, MO. 

James was born on March 18, 1930 in Junction City, Kansas to John and Nettie (Whitehair) Bennett. He graduated from Junction City High School in 1948, and subsequently attended both Kansas State University and the University of Kansas before enlisting in the United States Air Force in 1951. While in the Air Force, he graduated as a Second Lieutenant from pilot training in 1953. He retired from the Air Force as a Major in 1975. He married Doris L. DeLauder on June 13, 1953. They had four children: Shelley (George) Kirschner, St. Joseph, Mo; Gregory (Nicole Johnson,) Santa Fe, NM; and Brice (Karin Beij,) Holderness, NH. 

He was preceded in death by his wife of 51 years; his parents; sisters: Helen Woodruff, Detroit, MI; Ann Tipton, Canon City, CO, and Hester Headen, Independence, MO; and a brother, Brice F Bennett, Milford, MI; and daughter, Leslie Ziaiefar. 

Throughout his Air Force career, he was fortunate to have his wonderful family with him except for 18 months in SE Asia during the Viet Nam War. Before moving to Colorado in 1999, the family lived 39 years in NH. The family resided in California, Germany, Kansas, and Louisiana prior to NH. 

Survivors include his three children: three grandsons: Keegan Bennett, Cody Kirschner, and Eli Ziaiefar; and great granddaughter, Kayla Melanson; as well as many nieces and nephews. A private family service will be held at a later date.

Memorials in lieu of flowers are requested to the Cameron Veterans Home.



James Robert Bennett 89, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, January 18, 2020 in St. Joseph, MO. James was born on March 18, 1930 in Junction City, Kansas to John and Nettie (Whitehair) Bennett. He graduated from Junction City High School in 1948, and subsequently attended both Kansas State University and the University of Kansas before enlisting in the United States Air Force in 1951. While in the Air Force, he graduated as a Second Lieutenant from pilot training in 1953. He retired from the Air Force as a Major in 1975. He married Doris L. DeLauder on June 13, 1953. They had four children: Shelley (George) Kirschner, St. Joseph, Mo; Gregory (Nicole Johnson,) Santa Fe, NM; and Brice (Karin Beij,) Holderness, NH. He was preceded in death by his wife of 51 years; his parents; sisters: Helen Woodruff, Detroit, MI; Ann Tipton, Canon City, CO, and Hester Headen, Independence, MO; and a brother, Brice F Bennett, Milford, MI; and daughter, Leslie Ziaiefar. Throughout his Air Force career, he was fortunate to have his wonderful family with him except for 18 months in SE Asia during the Viet Nam War. Before moving to Colorado in 1999, the family lived 39 years in NH. The family resided in California, Germany, Kansas, and Louisiana prior to NH. Survivors include his three children: three grandsons: Keegan Bennett, Cody Kirschner, and Eli Ziaiefar; and great granddaughter, Kayla Melanson; as well as many nieces and nephews. A private family service will be held at a later date.Memorials in lieu of flowers are requested to the Cameron Veterans Home.

 James Robert Bennett  1930 - 2020

Donna M. Staggs 86, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, January 18, 2020 at her home. 

She was born May 13, 1933 in Smithville, MO. She worked at Big Smith and Lakeland Industries. She enjoyed playing bingo, and taking care of all the grandkids, and she was a member of the Cornerstone Church of God. 

Donna was preceded in death by husband, Robert Staggs, father, Byron Lamb, mother, Byrdia Baker, step father, Ellis Baker, daughters, Diane Shepphard and Shirley Byrum, brother, Charles Lamb, and a grandson, Aaron Boyer. 

Survivors include, daughter, Lana (Kevin) Miller, St. Joseph, MO, son, Byron (Sherry) Budden, St. Joseph, MO, daughter, Janet Sherer, St. Joseph, MO, step daughter, Becky Brockovich, Moberly, Mo, son in law, Alan Byrum of Oklahoma, sister, Wanda June Stufflebean, Saint Joseph, MO., seventeen grandchildren, numerous great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. 

Funeral services: 2:00 pm, Wednesday, January 22, 2020 at Rupp Funeral Home, Steve Shelley officiating. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 pm Tuesday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Fillmore Cemetery. Memorials are requested to Mosaic Hospice.

Donna M. Staggs 86, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, January 18, 2020 at her home. She was born May 13, 1933 in Smithville, MO. She worked at Big Smith and Lakeland Industries. She enjoyed playing bingo, and taking care of all the grandkids, and she was a member of the Cornerstone Church of God. Donna was preceded in death by husband, Robert Staggs, father, Byron Lamb, mother, Byrdia Baker, step father, Ellis Baker, daughters, Diane Shepphard and Shirley Byrum, brother, Charles Lamb, and a grandson, Aaron Boyer. Survivors include, daughter, Lana (Kevin) Miller, St. Joseph, MO, son, Byron (Sherry) Budden, St. Joseph, MO, daughter, Janet Sherer, St. Joseph, MO, step daughter, Becky Brockovich, Moberly, Mo, son in law, Alan Byrum of Oklahoma, sister, Wanda June Stufflebean, Saint Joseph, MO., seventeen grandchildren, numerous great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services: 2:00 pm, Wednesday, January 22, 2020 at Rupp Funeral Home, Steve Shelley officiating. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 pm Tuesday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Fillmore Cemetery. Memorials are requested to Mosaic Hospice.<figure>
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William "Jesse" Dunn, Jr. 43, of St. Joseph, died January 17, 2020.&nbsp; Jesse was born February 24, 1976 in El Paso, TX to William Jesse and Barbara Ann (Williams) Dunn, Sr.

He was a CDL truck driver; driving for many companies in the area.

Jesse married Shauna Guinn on April 6, 2009 in Las Vegas, NV; and she survives.&nbsp; Also surviving are children Joziah and Cheyenne;&nbsp; six grandchildren; his father and step-mother William Jesse and Donna Dunn, Sr.; grandmother Lucinda; siblings, James, Tony, and Tonia; nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends.

Preceding him in death were his mother and a grandfather Edward.

Memorial service 12:00 PM Sunday, January 26, 2020 at Southside Hall, 302 Illinois Avenue, St. Joseph, Missouri.

William "Jesse" Dunn, Jr. 43, of St. Joseph, died January 17, 2020.&nbsp; Jesse was born February 24, 1976 in El Paso, TX to William Jesse and Barbara Ann (Williams) Dunn, Sr.He was a CDL truck driver; driving for many companies in the area.Jesse married Shauna Guinn on April 6, 2009 in Las Vegas, NV; and she survives.&nbsp; Also surviving are children Joziah and Cheyenne;&nbsp; six grandchildren; his father and step-mother William Jesse and Donna Dunn, Sr.; grandmother Lucinda; siblings, James, Tony, and Tonia; nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends.Preceding him in death were his mother and a grandfather Edward.Memorial service 12:00 PM Sunday, January 26, 2020 at Southside Hall, 302 Illinois Avenue, St. Joseph, Missouri.<figure>
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William "Jesse" Dunn, Jr.  1976 - 2020

Connie Fuller 47, St. Joseph, Missouri died Thursday January 16, 2020 at home. 

Preceded in death by mother, Billie Fuller, father, LeRoy Hughes, brother, George Sampson Hughes. Survivors include sons, Kalab Fuller, Jacob Fuller, daughter, Kristen Mosher. 

Cremation under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. There are no scheduled visitation or memorial services at this time. Memorials are requested to the Connie Fuller Memorial fund online at ruppfuneral.com. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

Connie Fuller 47, St. Joseph, Missouri died Thursday January 16, 2020 at home. Born February 13, 1972, in Texas. Preceded in death by mother, Billie Fuller, father, LeRoy Hughes, brother, George Sampson Hughes. Survivors include sons, Kalab Fuller, Jacob Fuller, daughter, Kristen Mosher. Cremation under the direction of the Rupp Funeral Home. There are no scheduled visitation or memorial services at this time. Memorials are requested to the Connie Fuller Memorial fund online at ruppfuneral.com. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

Connie Gwyn Fuller  1972 - 2020



Raymond Leo Pankau 98, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Thursday, January 16, 2020. 

He was born August 22, 1921 in Sheridan, MO, son of the late Emma and Albert Pankau. He served in the United States Army, and he is a veteran of the World War II serving in the Pacific Theatre. After the war he married Mary Maxine Brown on June 1, 1946, and she survives of the home. Raymond was a self employed contractor that worked on and built many homes in the area. He was always working on something, helping his sons on projects at their homes or around his own house. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. He was a member of VFW post 6760 and St. James Catholic Church. 

Raymond was preceded in death by his parents, daughter, Karen Jean Pankau, son, William Raymond Pankau, and 3 brothers and 3 sisters. 

Survivors include his wife Maxine of the home, sons, Mark (Janet) Pankau, Sterling, VA, Roger (Melissa) Pankau, Littleton, CO, and Christopher (Dena Meeks) Pankau of Keller, TX, daughter, Mary K. (Charles) Obermier, Bellevue, NE, 10 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, and several, nieces &amp; nephews.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, January 21, 2020, at 11:00 am at the St. James Catholic Church, Fr. Jonathan Davis Celebrant. The Rosary will be recited at 5:30 pm, Monday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Monday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Mount Olivet Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the St. James Renovation fund or Comfort Care Hospice.&nbsp;



Raymond Leo Pankau 98, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Thursday, January 16, 2020. He was born August 22, 1921 in Sheridan, MO, son of the late Emma and Albert Pankau. He served in the United States Army, and he is a veteran of the World War II serving in the Pacific Theatre. After the war he married Mary Maxine Brown on June 1, 1946, and she survives of the home. Raymond was a self employed contractor that worked on and built many homes in the area. He was always working on something, helping his sons on projects at their homes or around his own house. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. He was a member of VFW post 6760 and St. James Catholic Church. Raymond was preceded in death by his parents, daughter, Karen Jean Pankau, son, William Raymond Pankau, and 3 brothers and 3 sisters. Survivors include his wife Maxine of the home, sons, Mark (Janet) Pankau, Sterling, VA, Roger (Melissa) Pankau, Littleton, CO, and Christopher (Dena Meeks) Pankau of Keller, TX, daughter, Mary K. (Charles) Obermier, Bellevue, NE, 10 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, and several, nieces &amp; nephews.The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, January 21, 2020, at 11:00 am at the St. James Catholic Church, Fr. Jonathan Davis Celebrant. The Rosary will be recited at 5:30 pm, Monday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Monday at the Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Mount Olivet Cemetery. Memorials are requested to the St. James Renovation fund or Comfort Care Hospice.&nbsp;

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Mary Katherine (Ferguson) Henry, 75, of St. Joseph, passed away January 14, 2020 at her residence.

She was born on February 10, 1944 to the late Dr. Chester and Doris (McNabb) Ferguson in St. Joseph where she married William C. Henry on June 15, 1963. He preceded her in death on November 17, 1999.

She owned and operated an antique business in Texas. After retiring to St. Joseph, she blessed family, loved ones and her church with her friendship and service.

Mary is survived by daughters; Kathy Fogle and Kelly Voorhies, son; Tom Henry, six grandchildren, one great-grandchild and a brother; Glen Ferguson.

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

Memorial service 1:00 PM, Monday, January 20, 2020 at the Wesley United Methodist Church.

An inurnment will be held at Memorial Park Cemetery at a later date.

Mary had a passion for her church and the local arts. In you would like to make a memorial donation in her honor, please consider these organizations.

Mary Katherine (Ferguson) Henry, 75, of St. Joseph, passed away January 14, 2020 at her residence.She was born on February 10, 1944 to the late Dr. Chester and Doris (McNabb) Ferguson in St. Joseph where she married William C. Henry on June 15, 1963. He preceded her in death on November 17, 1999.She owned and operated an antique business in Texas. After retiring to St. Joseph, she blessed family, loved ones and her church with her friendship and service.Mary is survived by daughters; Kathy Fogle and Kelly Voorhies, son; Tom Henry, six grandchildren, one great-grandchild and a brother; Glen Ferguson.Mrs. Henry has been cremated under the direction of the Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel.Memorial service 1:00 PM, Monday, January 20, 2020 at the Wesley United Methodist Church.An inurnment will be held at Memorial Park Cemetery at a later date.Mary had a passion for her church and the local arts. In you would like to make a memorial donation in her honor, please consider these organizations.<ol>
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Bonnie J. Harsh, 91, of St. Joseph, passed away on Friday, January 17, 2020.

Bonnie was born in Ottawa, Kansas, on November 10, 1928.

She was married to Dean Harsh on April 8, 1951. They were married for 65 years. Dean preceded her in death in 2016.

Growing up in Ottawa, Bonnie was the second to the youngest of 7 sisters and 1 brother. She worked setting bowling pins as a teenager and worked in a traveling carnival with her sisters during summers before marrying and relocating to St. Joseph in 1956.

Bonnie and Dean were owners of Modern Cleaners for 48 years and she was an active member of Francis Street United Methodist Church for over 50 years. She enjoyed the women’s fellowship and activities throughout her membership.

Bonnie was the reserved counterbalance to her outgoing husband Dean. She had much love for him and his humor. Bonnie was a caring wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and will be missed by her family and friends.

Bonnie is survived by: daughters Kathy (Dennis) Ketchem of St. Joseph, and Sherryl (Jack) Lisco, of Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania; and son Rob (Janet) Harsh of Overland Park, Kansas; grandchildren, Ashley (Tyler) Johnson, of Dallas, Texas, Grahm (Jamie) Harsh, of Henderson, Nevada, Nichole (Cody) Wise, of St. Joseph, Shawn (Katie Rahner) Ketchem , of Prairie Village, Kansas, Holly Lisco, Delaney Lisco, and Keely Lisco all of Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania; great-grandchildren, Tavin Harsh, of Henderson, Mason and Grayson Wise of St. Joseph, Greer and Griff Johnson, of Dallas; and other family and friends.

The family of Bonnie Harsh wish to thank Fruedenthal Hospice for their exceptional care.

Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to Frudenthal Hospice. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.



Bonnie J. Harsh, 91, of St. Joseph, passed away on Friday, January 17, 2020.Bonnie was born in Ottawa, Kansas, on November 10, 1928.She was married to Dean Harsh on April 8, 1951. They were married for 65 years. Dean preceded her in death in 2016.Growing up in Ottawa, Bonnie was the second to the youngest of 7 sisters and 1 brother. She worked setting bowling pins as a teenager and worked in a traveling carnival with her sisters during summers before marrying and relocating to St. Joseph in 1956.Bonnie and Dean were owners of Modern Cleaners for 48 years and she was an active member of Francis Street United Methodist Church for over 50 years. She enjoyed the women’s fellowship and activities throughout her membership.Bonnie was the reserved counterbalance to her outgoing husband Dean. She had much love for him and his humor. Bonnie was a caring wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and will be missed by her family and friends.Bonnie is survived by: daughters Kathy (Dennis) Ketchem of St. Joseph, and Sherryl (Jack) Lisco, of Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania; and son Rob (Janet) Harsh of Overland Park, Kansas; grandchildren, Ashley (Tyler) Johnson, of Dallas, Texas, Grahm (Jamie) Harsh, of Henderson, Nevada, Nichole (Cody) Wise, of St. Joseph, Shawn (Katie Rahner) Ketchem , of Prairie Village, Kansas, Holly Lisco, Delaney Lisco, and Keely Lisco all of Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania; great-grandchildren, Tavin Harsh, of Henderson, Mason and Grayson Wise of St. Joseph, Greer and Griff Johnson, of Dallas; and other family and friends.The family of Bonnie Harsh wish to thank Fruedenthal Hospice for their exceptional care.Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Friday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to Frudenthal Hospice. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

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Bonnie J. Harsh  1928 - 2020



Thomas R. “Tom” Twombly, 75, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, January 16, 2020.

Mr. Twombly was born February 17, 1944, in St. Joseph, Missouri to Raymond and LaVeta (Thomas) Twombly.

He was a graduate of the Kansas State University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering.

On June 12, 1965 he married Shirley Ann Arb in Melvern, Kansas.

Mr. Twombly began his career as an engineer for Collins Radio in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. He then returned to his family business, Twombly Grain Company in Troy, Kansas. For most of his career he worked for Altec Industries, where he retired after 25 years.

Mr. Twombly was a member of Francis Street First United Methodist Church; and formerly a member of the Reorganized Church of Latter Day Saints; St. Joseph Bowling Association, of which he was a former board member; past president of Acacia Social Fraternity at Kansas State University; and East Bank Investment Club. He had been a Little League Boys baseball coach and also coached elementary girls’ basketball. He loved fishing and was active in bass fishing tournaments.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond Twombly and Laveta (Thomas) Twombly.

Survivors: his wife, Shirley Arb Twombly of the home; his son, Brent L. Twombly and his wife, Jennifer, of Nixa, Missouri; his daughter, Amy T. Lawlor and her husband, Tom, of Smithville, Missouri; and four grandchildren, Dylan Twombly, Lauren Twombly, Katie Lawlor and Brooke Lawlor.

The family would like to send a special, heart-felt thank you to the caregivers who assisted Tom the past couple of years.

Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Monday, Francis Street First United Methodist Church. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 9:00 P.M. Sunday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family suggests they be made to ALS Association, Mid-America Chapter or Francis Street First United Methodist Church.



Thomas R. “Tom” Twombly, 75, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, January 16, 2020.Mr. Twombly was born February 17, 1944, in St. Joseph, Missouri to Raymond and LaVeta (Thomas) Twombly.He was a graduate of the Kansas State University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering.On June 12, 1965 he married Shirley Ann Arb in Melvern, Kansas.Mr. Twombly began his career as an engineer for Collins Radio in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. He then returned to his family business, Twombly Grain Company in Troy, Kansas. For most of his career he worked for Altec Industries, where he retired after 25 years.Mr. Twombly was a member of Francis Street First United Methodist Church; and formerly a member of the Reorganized Church of Latter Day Saints; St. Joseph Bowling Association, of which he was a former board member; past president of Acacia Social Fraternity at Kansas State University; and East Bank Investment Club. He had been a Little League Boys baseball coach and also coached elementary girls’ basketball. He loved fishing and was active in bass fishing tournaments.He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond Twombly and Laveta (Thomas) Twombly.Survivors: his wife, Shirley Arb Twombly of the home; his son, Brent L. Twombly and his wife, Jennifer, of Nixa, Missouri; his daughter, Amy T. Lawlor and her husband, Tom, of Smithville, Missouri; and four grandchildren, Dylan Twombly, Lauren Twombly, Katie Lawlor and Brooke Lawlor.The family would like to send a special, heart-felt thank you to the caregivers who assisted Tom the past couple of years.Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Monday, Francis Street First United Methodist Church. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 9:00 P.M. Sunday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family suggests they be made to ALS Association, Mid-America Chapter or Francis Street First United Methodist Church.

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Thomas R. "Tom" Twombly  1944 - 2020

Emma Rose “Rosy” Hinkle, 78, of Hiawatha died Wednesday evening, January 15, 2020 in St. Joseph, MO.

Rosy is survived by her two sons; Jason and Robin Hinkle of Hiawatha, Jared and wife DeeAnn Hinkle of Hiawatha, grandchildren; Klorissa &amp; Garrett Box of Excelsior Springs, MO and their daughter Emmalyn, Katheryn Hinkle &amp; Brian Hall of Yukon, Oklahoma, Joshua and Malia Hinkle of Hiawatha. Her step-grandchildren; Valerie Govea of Loveland, CO, Audrey &amp; Jarod Blanton of Gardner, KS, 6 great step-grandchildren and brother; Nick and Sherry Keller of Hiawatha.

Funeral Services are planned for 10 a.m., Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at the First Baptist Church in Hiawatha. Interment will follow at the Powhattan Cemetery.Friends may call the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hiawatha after 10 a.m. Monday where the family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. that evening.Memorials are suggested in her name to be designated at a later date and may be sent in care of the funeral home, 124. S 7th St. Hiawatha, KS 66434.www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com

Emma Rose “Rosy” Hinkle, 78, of Hiawatha died Wednesday evening, January 15, 2020 in St. Joseph, MO.Rosy is survived by her two sons; Jason and Robin Hinkle of Hiawatha, Jared and wife DeeAnn Hinkle of Hiawatha, grandchildren; Klorissa &amp; Garrett Box of Excelsior Springs, MO and their daughter Emmalyn, Katheryn Hinkle &amp; Brian Hall of Yukon, Oklahoma, Joshua and Malia Hinkle of Hiawatha. Her step-grandchildren; Valerie Govea of Loveland, CO, Audrey &amp; Jarod Blanton of Gardner, KS, 6 great step-grandchildren and brother; Nick and Sherry Keller of Hiawatha.Funeral Services are planned for 10 a.m., Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at the First Baptist Church in Hiawatha. Interment will follow at the Powhattan Cemetery.Friends may call the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hiawatha after 10 a.m. Monday where the family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. that evening.Memorials are suggested in her name to be designated at a later date and may be sent in care of the funeral home, 124. S 7th St. Hiawatha, KS 66434.www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com<figure>
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Emma "Rosy" Rose Hinkle  1941 - 2020

Shirley Joyce Ingram 80, of Cameron, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, January 15, 2020 in a Kansas City, MO hospital. 

She was born March 26, 1939 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of Lorene and Grover Pasley. She graduated from Benton High School class of 1957 and worked at various jobs including Rockwell International in Atchison Kansas. She enjoyed crafts, spending time with her family and she loved her grand daughters very much. She was a member of the Assembly of God Church. 

Shirley was preceded in death by mother, Lorene Ritter, father, Grover W. Pasley, sister, Donna George, and brother Junior Pasley. 

Survivors include, sons, David (Amy) Justus, Maysville, MO, and Robert Henry Justus Jr., Cameron, MO., brothers, Leroy Battalgia, Albert Pasley, Saint Joseph, MO, Frank Pasley, and Ed Pasley, sister, Alice Jean Creamer, three granddaughters, Lanie, Callie and Cammie Justus. 

The family will receive friends from 1-2 p.m. Monday, Funeral services: 2:00 pm, Monday, January 20, 2020 at Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Douglas Cline officiating, The Interment will be at the Memorial Park Cemetery. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com

Shirley Joyce Ingram 80, of Cameron, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, January 15, 2020 in a Kansas City, MO hospital. She was born March 26, 1939 in St. Joseph, MO, daughter of Lorene and Grover Pasley. She graduated from Benton High School class of 1957 and worked at various jobs including Rockwell International in Atchison Kansas. She enjoyed crafts, spending time with her family and she loved her grand daughters very much. She was a member of the Assembly of God Church. Shirley was preceded in death by mother, Lorene Ritter, father, Grover W. Pasley, sister, Donna George, and brother Junior Pasley. Survivors include, sons, David (Amy) Justus, Maysville, MO, and Robert Henry Justus Jr., Cameron, MO., brothers, Leroy Battalgia, Albert Pasley, Saint Joseph, MO, Frank Pasley, and Ed Pasley, sister, Alice Jean Creamer, three granddaughters, Lanie, Callie and Cammie Justus. The family will receive friends from 1-2 p.m. Monday, Funeral services: 2:00 pm, Monday, January 20, 2020 at Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Douglas Cline officiating, The Interment will be at the Memorial Park Cemetery. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com<figure>
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