Lila Mae Deiter, 84, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Sunday, February 2, 2025 at Mosaic Life Care. She was born November 18, 1940 in St. Joseph, daughter of the late, Louise and Ira Stout. 

She graduated from Lafayette High School, Class of 1958. Lila worked as a caregiver. She loved the KC Chiefs, her animals, and was a member of the Patee Park Baptist Church. 

Lila was preceded in death by her parents, and brother, Lewis Stout. 

Survivors include her son, Christopher Deiter (Tara Murphy) of Barnard, MO, grandchildren, Austyn and Devyn &nbsp;Deiter of Maryville, MO, brother, William Stout of St. Joseph and 4 nephews.

The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM on Friday, February 7, 2025 at Rupp Funeral Home. Funeral services and public live stream; 2:00 pm, Friday, February 7, 2025 at Rupp Funeral Home, with Pastor Scott Jensen officiating. The Interment will be at the Memorial Park Cemetery.

Lila Mae Deiter, 84, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Sunday, February 2, 2025 at Mosaic Life Care. She was born November 18, 1940 in St. Joseph, daughter of the late, Louise and Ira Stout. She graduated from Lafayette High School, Class of 1958. Lila worked as a caregiver. She loved the KC Chiefs, her animals, and was a member of the Patee Park Baptist Church. Lila was preceded in death by her parents, and brother, Lewis Stout. Survivors include her son, Christopher Deiter (Tara Murphy) of Barnard, MO, grandchildren, Austyn and Devyn &nbsp;Deiter of Maryville, MO, brother, William Stout of St. Joseph and 4 nephews.The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM on Friday, February 7, 2025 at Rupp Funeral Home. Funeral services and public live stream; 2:00 pm, Friday, February 7, 2025 at Rupp Funeral Home, with Pastor Scott Jensen officiating. The Interment will be at the Memorial Park Cemetery.<figure>
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Lila Mae Deiter 1940 - 2025

Samuel Holmes III, 47, of St Joseph, Missouri passed away Saturday, February 1, 2025. He was born January 7, 1978 in St. Joseph. 

Sam was a free and kind soul, loved being outdoors and riding his Harley. He especially loved his family, especially his grandson and nieces and nephews. He had a gift being able to brighten anyone's day. 

Sam was preceded in death by his uncle, Archie Tracy. 

Survivors include his mother, Lyda Hamilton, of St. Joseph, father Steven Nichols, wife, Angela Sauter-Holmes and their children, Stephen, John and Jessica Sauter, sisters, Samantha Deaton of Avenue City, MO, sister, Bobbie (Steven) Rollett of St Joseph and Desari Coffman of St. Joseph, grandson, Kamden Sauter, aunt, Cindy Tracy, several nieces, nephew, aunts and uncles.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Friday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Mr. Holmes will be cremated following services.

Samuel Holmes III, 47, of St Joseph, Missouri passed away Saturday, February 1, 2025. He was born January 7, 1978 in St. Joseph. Sam was a free and kind soul, loved being outdoors and riding his Harley. He especially loved his family, especially his grandson and nieces and nephews. He had a gift being able to brighten anyone's day. Sam was preceded in death by his uncle, Archie Tracy. Survivors include his mother, Lyda Hamilton, of St. Joseph, father Steven Nichols, wife, Angela Sauter-Holmes and their children, Stephen, John and Jessica Sauter, sisters, Samantha Deaton of Avenue City, MO, sister, Bobbie (Steven) Rollett of St Joseph and Desari Coffman of St. Joseph, grandson, Kamden Sauter, aunt, Cindy Tracy, several nieces, nephew, aunts and uncles.The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Friday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Mr. Holmes will be cremated following services.<figure>
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Samuel David Holmes III 1978 - 2025

Marian “Sue” Fannon, 81, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, February 1, 2025.

She was born December 19, 1943 to Claude and Helen (Thompson) Brashears in Bertrand, Missouri.

Sue graduated from Stanberry High School in 1961.

She married Max L. Fannon on December 3, 1961.

Sue owned Country House Antiques and Crafts for many years in St. Joseph.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Ronald and Robert Brashears.

Survivors include her husband of 63 years; children, Randy Fannon, David Fannon (Carrie), Sherry Potter (Darren), and Tammy Panning (Stephen); 8 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; brothers, Tony and Sunny Brashears.

Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.

Marian “Sue” Fannon, 81, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Saturday, February 1, 2025.She was born December 19, 1943 to Claude and Helen (Thompson) Brashears in Bertrand, Missouri.Sue graduated from Stanberry High School in 1961.She married Max L. Fannon on December 3, 1961.Sue owned Country House Antiques and Crafts for many years in St. Joseph.She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Ronald and Robert Brashears.Survivors include her husband of 63 years; children, Randy Fannon, David Fannon (Carrie), Sherry Potter (Darren), and Tammy Panning (Stephen); 8 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; brothers, Tony and Sunny Brashears.Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.<figure>
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Marian "Sue" Fannon 1943 - 2025

Mary Ann (Hull) Newgard, 84, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, January 31, 2025.

She was born April 20, 1940 in St. Joseph to Judge J.P. and Effie Rue (Vestal) Hull. Mary Ann was a 1958 graduate of Faucett High School and attended St. Joseph Junior College.

Mary Ann married Don Newgard on April 20, 1989. He preceded her in death on April 23, 2007.

She worked as a clerk in the Buchanan County Assessor’s Office for many years.

With a talent emerging at age 3, Mary Ann became a tremendous pianist and had played at many churches in the area, including First Baptist Church in St. Joseph, where she was a longtime member.

She cherished her loyal Shih Tzus and loved to cook, especially for family dinners.

Mary Ann leaves a legacy for her family as a strong, independent woman who was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.

The family thanks AseraCare Hospice for their excellent, loving care of our mother, especially Renee and Dana.

Mary Ann was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Don; and sister-in-law, Sue Hull.

Survivors include her children, Lori Mollus (Tony), Jo Peters (Barry), and Sam Riddle (Amy); grandchildren, Cori Mollus, Jacob Mollus (Stephanie), J.P. Peters (Elma), Katie Chilcoat, McKenzie Basecke (Graham), Erin Riddle (fiancé, Mat Andriano), and Jack Riddle; 12 great-grandchildren; brother, Sam Hull; and three nephews.

Farewell Services and Public Livestream 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, February 11, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Faucett Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Monday, February 10, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.

Mary Ann (Hull) Newgard, 84, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, January 31, 2025.She was born April 20, 1940 in St. Joseph to Judge J.P. and Effie Rue (Vestal) Hull. Mary Ann was a 1958 graduate of Faucett High School and attended St. Joseph Junior College.Mary Ann married Don Newgard on April 20, 1989. He preceded her in death on April 23, 2007.She worked as a clerk in the Buchanan County Assessor’s Office for many years.With a talent emerging at age 3, Mary Ann became a tremendous pianist and had played at many churches in the area, including First Baptist Church in St. Joseph, where she was a longtime member.She cherished her loyal Shih Tzus and loved to cook, especially for family dinners.Mary Ann leaves a legacy for her family as a strong, independent woman who was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.The family thanks AseraCare Hospice for their excellent, loving care of our mother, especially Renee and Dana.Mary Ann was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Don; and sister-in-law, Sue Hull.Survivors include her children, Lori Mollus (Tony), Jo Peters (Barry), and Sam Riddle (Amy); grandchildren, Cori Mollus, Jacob Mollus (Stephanie), J.P. Peters (Elma), Katie Chilcoat, McKenzie Basecke (Graham), Erin Riddle (fiancé, Mat Andriano), and Jack Riddle; 12 great-grandchildren; brother, Sam Hull; and three nephews.Farewell Services and Public Livestream 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, February 11, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Faucett Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Monday, February 10, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.<figure>
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Mary Ann (Hull) Newgard 1940 - 2025

John Randolph Blakley, 80, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, January 31, 2025.

He was born on March 3, 1944, in St. Joseph, Missouri, to David and Lula Blakley.

Familiarly known as "Big John" by his loved ones, he lived a life full of heart and kindness, encapsulating the true essence of love.

A proud graduate of Central High School in 1962, John further expanded his education with a year of college, gearing him with the knowledge he would carry throughout his life. He also dedicated his lifetime to the family business: Blakley Trash Service.

John cultivated a life rich with passions. His hands brought beauty to the earth through his love of gardening, and his joy in cooking and cleaning provided comfort and warmth to those around him. His affinity for animals showed his gentle and caring nature.

He enjoyed the vigor of football and basketball in his younger years. Those fortunate enough to know John experienced his unwavering support, as he never hesitated to assist his family with their needs. Admired for his remarkable memory, he carried a wealth of treasured stories.

Faith played a pivotal role in John's life as a devoted member of Hope Fellowship Church. John's life came full circle as he passed away peacefully in the very town that witnessed his first breath.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and his siblings Donald Lula and Paul Blakley.

His legacy of love and steadfastness will live on the hearts and memories of all who knew him and on his survivors, that include his sisters Freda Dyche (Steve), Mary Blakley Gorman (Roger) and Susan Blakley; his brothers David Blakley Jr. (Jayne), Leo Blakley (Rev. Dr. Dorothy), Daniel Blakley, Addison Blakley, George Blakley (Rebecca), Robert Blakley (Laura), Isaac Blakley, Ronald Blakley (Melody), Roger Blakley and Michael Blakley (Debra); as well as his sister-in-law Doris Blakley and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Farewell Services and Public Livestream 1:00 P.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Ashland Cemetery. The family will gather with friends one hour prior to the service.

John Randolph Blakley, 80, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, January 31, 2025.He was born on March 3, 1944, in St. Joseph, Missouri, to David and Lula Blakley.Familiarly known as "Big John" by his loved ones, he lived a life full of heart and kindness, encapsulating the true essence of love.A proud graduate of Central High School in 1962, John further expanded his education with a year of college, gearing him with the knowledge he would carry throughout his life. He also dedicated his lifetime to the family business: Blakley Trash Service.John cultivated a life rich with passions. His hands brought beauty to the earth through his love of gardening, and his joy in cooking and cleaning provided comfort and warmth to those around him. His affinity for animals showed his gentle and caring nature.He enjoyed the vigor of football and basketball in his younger years. Those fortunate enough to know John experienced his unwavering support, as he never hesitated to assist his family with their needs. Admired for his remarkable memory, he carried a wealth of treasured stories.Faith played a pivotal role in John's life as a devoted member of Hope Fellowship Church. John's life came full circle as he passed away peacefully in the very town that witnessed his first breath.He was preceded in death by his parents, and his siblings Donald Lula and Paul Blakley.His legacy of love and steadfastness will live on the hearts and memories of all who knew him and on his survivors, that include his sisters Freda Dyche (Steve), Mary Blakley Gorman (Roger) and Susan Blakley; his brothers David Blakley Jr. (Jayne), Leo Blakley (Rev. Dr. Dorothy), Daniel Blakley, Addison Blakley, George Blakley (Rebecca), Robert Blakley (Laura), Isaac Blakley, Ronald Blakley (Melody), Roger Blakley and Michael Blakley (Debra); as well as his sister-in-law Doris Blakley and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.Farewell Services and Public Livestream 1:00 P.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment Ashland Cemetery. The family will gather with friends one hour prior to the service.

John Randolph Blakley 1944 - 2025

Margaret Dishman, 81, a warm hearted and steadfast pillar of the Helena, Missouri community, passed away on January 30, 2025.

She was born on December 8, 1943 to Harry and Beulah (Blankenship) Stouffer in St. Joseph, Missouri.

Margaret's life journey began as a graduate of Central High School in 1962. She found her soulmate in Jerry Dishman, and they united in marriage on June 5, 1964.

A devout member of Helena United Methodist Church, Margaret's spirituality was the compass by which she navigated her years. Her interests ran deep and wide, but above all, she enjoyed cooking. It was God first, then family, and after that, her community, always in that order, for Margaret embodied the very essence of service.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her son, Jon, and her brother, David Stouffer.

Margaret is survived by her husband, Jerry; children, Jerry II (Brenda) and Darcy Dishman; grandchildren, Quentin and Jonathan; sister, Doris Stark (Bud); sister-in-law, Bev (Stouffer) Marshall; and her niece and nephew, Jeanette and Eric Stark (Cami).

Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Monday, Helena United Methodist Church. Interment Helena Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 4:00 to 6:00 P.M. Sunday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.

Margaret Dishman, 81, a warm hearted and steadfast pillar of the Helena, Missouri community, passed away on January 30, 2025.She was born on December 8, 1943 to Harry and Beulah (Blankenship) Stouffer in St. Joseph, Missouri.Margaret's life journey began as a graduate of Central High School in 1962. She found her soulmate in Jerry Dishman, and they united in marriage on June 5, 1964.A devout member of Helena United Methodist Church, Margaret's spirituality was the compass by which she navigated her years. Her interests ran deep and wide, but above all, she enjoyed cooking. It was God first, then family, and after that, her community, always in that order, for Margaret embodied the very essence of service.She was preceded in death by her parents, her son, Jon, and her brother, David Stouffer.Margaret is survived by her husband, Jerry; children, Jerry II (Brenda) and Darcy Dishman; grandchildren, Quentin and Jonathan; sister, Doris Stark (Bud); sister-in-law, Bev (Stouffer) Marshall; and her niece and nephew, Jeanette and Eric Stark (Cami).Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Monday, Helena United Methodist Church. Interment Helena Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 4:00 to 6:00 P.M. Sunday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home &amp; Crematory.<figure>
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Margaret Dishman 1943 - 2025

Norma M. Barton, 90, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, January 30, 2025.

She was born August 30, 1934 in Fillmore, Missouri to Henry and Lena (Hardin) Heckman. She grew up in Fillmore and graduated from Fillmore High School.

Norma married Raymond Louis Barton on April 9, 1960. They shared 58 years together before he preceded her in death on November 10, 2018.

She loved the Lord and served Him as a longtime member of McCarthy Baptist Church (now Cornerstone Baptist Church), where she worked in the daycare.

Norma found immense joy playing with her great-grandchildren, and delighting her family with her wonderful cooking, especially her chicken and noodles and homemade rolls.

She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond; her parents; and 10 brothers and sisters.

Survivors include her daughter, Vicki Steele (Bill); grandchildren, Alyssa VanBelkum (Ryan) and Nathan Steele (Brea); great-grandchildren, Jameson, Emma, Jase, and Jude; sister, Dorothy Hagee; and other extended family and friends.

Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Monday, Cornerstone Baptist Church. Private Inurnment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends one hour prior to the service.

Norma M. Barton, 90, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, January 30, 2025.She was born August 30, 1934 in Fillmore, Missouri to Henry and Lena (Hardin) Heckman. She grew up in Fillmore and graduated from Fillmore High School.Norma married Raymond Louis Barton on April 9, 1960. They shared 58 years together before he preceded her in death on November 10, 2018.She loved the Lord and served Him as a longtime member of McCarthy Baptist Church (now Cornerstone Baptist Church), where she worked in the daycare.Norma found immense joy playing with her great-grandchildren, and delighting her family with her wonderful cooking, especially her chicken and noodles and homemade rolls.She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond; her parents; and 10 brothers and sisters.Survivors include her daughter, Vicki Steele (Bill); grandchildren, Alyssa VanBelkum (Ryan) and Nathan Steele (Brea); great-grandchildren, Jameson, Emma, Jase, and Jude; sister, Dorothy Hagee; and other extended family and friends.Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Monday, Cornerstone Baptist Church. Private Inurnment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends one hour prior to the service.<figure>
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Norma M. Barton 1934 - 2025

Jakob J. Grayson, 34, of Kansas City Missouri formerly of Lathrop Missouri died Wednesday Jan 29, 2025, at a Kansas City Missouri Hospital. Born on November 2, 1990, in Smithville Missouri. Jakob was a graduate of Lathrop High School class of 2009. He was a member of the Kansas City Downs Syndrome Guild, Special Olympics and attended Camp Rainbow. Jakob never met a stranger, he would say “hi I’m Jakob” as he reached out to shake your hand. He loved his family and loved to sing, dance and tell (lies) stories. &nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his sister Johtena Grayson, his grandfather James “JD” Grayson and his uncle Charles Grayson. &nbsp;

Survivors include his mother Sharon Grayson of Lathrop Missouri; his brothers Justin (Elisha) Grayson of KCMO; Joshua (Natalie) Grayson of Lenexa Kansas; Jared Grayson of Overland Park Kansas; His grandmother Saretta Grayson of Lathrop Missouri and a host of nieces, nephews relatives and friends.

Healing farewell services will be held 11:00AM on Friday February 7, 2025, at the Bailey &amp; Cox Family Funeral Service Plattsburg Missouri. Interment will be in Mt. Washington Cemetery Plattsburg.&nbsp; The family will gather with friends from 6:00 to 8:00PM Thursday February 6, 2025, at the funeral home. Jakob was an organ donor, and his organs saved the lives of three people. Arrangements Bailey &amp; Cox Family Funeral Service Plattsburg Missouri.

Jakob J. Grayson, 34, of Kansas City Missouri formerly of Lathrop Missouri died Wednesday Jan 29, 2025, at a Kansas City Missouri Hospital. Born on November 2, 1990, in Smithville Missouri. Jakob was a graduate of Lathrop High School class of 2009. He was a member of the Kansas City Downs Syndrome Guild, Special Olympics and attended Camp Rainbow. Jakob never met a stranger, he would say “hi I’m Jakob” as he reached out to shake your hand. He loved his family and loved to sing, dance and tell (lies) stories. &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his sister Johtena Grayson, his grandfather James “JD” Grayson and his uncle Charles Grayson. &nbsp;Survivors include his mother Sharon Grayson of Lathrop Missouri; his brothers Justin (Elisha) Grayson of KCMO; Joshua (Natalie) Grayson of Lenexa Kansas; Jared Grayson of Overland Park Kansas; His grandmother Saretta Grayson of Lathrop Missouri and a host of nieces, nephews relatives and friends.Healing farewell services will be held 11:00AM on Friday February 7, 2025, at the Bailey &amp; Cox Family Funeral Service Plattsburg Missouri. Interment will be in Mt. Washington Cemetery Plattsburg.&nbsp; The family will gather with friends from 6:00 to 8:00PM Thursday February 6, 2025, at the funeral home. Jakob was an organ donor, and his organs saved the lives of three people. Arrangements Bailey &amp; Cox Family Funeral Service Plattsburg Missouri.<figure>
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Jakob J. Grayson 1990 - 2025

On Sunday, February 2, 2025, at 1:34 p.m. our beloved wife, mom, grandma, and sister entered&nbsp;peacefully into the presence of God while surrounded by her family and dear friends.

Joyce Kay&nbsp;Bachman was born September 14, 1952, in Falls City, Nebraska to Keith Aaron and Irene Martha&nbsp;(Fischer) Johansen, a loving Christian family. She loved and honored her mother and father.&nbsp;Joyce’s five siblings were not just her brothers and sisters but her closest friends. With her older&nbsp;sisters, Linda Sue and Marcia Ann, they formed an inseparable trio. In the next four years, the&nbsp;girls were joined by two ornery brothers, Stephen Keith and Larry Lynn, and the family enjoyed&nbsp;farm life north of Rulo.

When Joyce was elementary age, the family moved on the&nbsp;Nebraska/Kansas state line, and she attended the Reserve School. Almost two decades after her&nbsp;oldest sibling was born, Angela Jo was welcomed as the baby of the family. These six siblings&nbsp;lived life together from going to church every Sunday to family vacations to regular drop by&nbsp;visits at their homes.

Joyce loved her brothers and sisters and their families. She was especially&nbsp;close with Steve’s wife, Rita, who was also Bob’s sister and their lifelong neighbor. In 1998, she&nbsp;lost her brother Larry, and in 2023, she lost her sister Linda. Their deaths broke her heart, but&nbsp;she held fast to the hope of reuniting with them in heaven.

Joyce was a proud graduate of the class of 1970 from Hiawatha High School in Hiawatha,&nbsp;Kansas. She made lifelong friendships and enjoyed attending class reunions. In the fall of 1969&nbsp;Joyce was a senior in high school, and Robert "Bob" Dean Bachman was working at his brother's&nbsp;home cutting wood. Joyce was at the same home babysitting their children. She thought 24-year-old Bob was very handsome and unplugged his saw to get his attention. It worked, and on&nbsp;December 10, 1969, he appeared on her doorstep with a box of French mint melt-aways and&nbsp;took her on the first of many dates. Just two months after her high school graduation, 17-year-old Joyce married the love of her life.

Immediately following their wedding ceremony, Bob and&nbsp;Joyce traveled to Yellowstone National Park in their 1969 Ford Galaxy starting a lifetime of&nbsp;family vacations to the National Park System.

Throughout their almost 55-year marriage, they&nbsp;made their home on the family farm south of Rulo where Bob still resides today.&nbsp;In 1973, they welcomed their first of three daughters, Merci Dawn followed by Jill Kristin in&nbsp;1976 and Kara Brooke in 1977. Bob and Joyce ensured their daughters knew they were loved&nbsp;and cherished from birth to adulthood. They dedicated their daughters to God, raising them in&nbsp;the Falls City Church of the Nazarene. As their daughters grew their families, Joyce loved their&nbsp;husbands, Jared and Corey, just as sons to her. All three of their daughters and their families are&nbsp;faithful followers of God and rest in the knowledge of His hope and promise of eternity.

In the fall of 1981, Joyce dual enrolled in both the Methodist Medical Center School of Nursing&nbsp;in St. Joseph, Missouri and Highland Community College. In just three years, she graduated at&nbsp;the top of her class as a registered nurse (RN). She maintained her nursing licensures in&nbsp;Missouri, Kansas, and Nebraska, working at Methodist Medical Center (Heartland Health&nbsp;System), Hiawatha Hospital, In-Home Health, Searight Family Practice, Oak Ridge Acres, Midland&nbsp;Villa, Falls City Care Center, NEK-CAP, Inc. and White Cloud Health Center. Joyce loved working&nbsp;as a nurse, providing care to our community, and developing lifelong friendships with her fellow&nbsp;nurses.

She volunteered for hospice care and served on the Richardson County Cancer Society&nbsp;board including as a term as president. She was instrumental in organizing the Relay for Life&nbsp;fundraiser and also volunteered at her church. In 1992, she was teaching women how to do self-exams for breast cancer when she found a cancerous lump in her own breast. At the age of 38, she underwent treatment at the University of Nebraska and was a proud breast&nbsp;cancer survivor.

In 2005, Joyce suffered a brain injury during surgery known as a cognitive impairment&nbsp;associated with perioperative surgery. As that area of her injured brain aged faster than the rest,&nbsp;it allowed for the onset of early Alzheimer’s Disease which required her to retire from nursing in&nbsp;2009. Joyce’s family never allowed this horrible disease to define her worth and value. As Bob promised to her during their marriage vows, she was loved and cherished by them at her home until her death.

Surpassing her love of work and community was her love for her family. Joyce spent countless&nbsp;hours attending events for her children and grandchildren, traveling with immediate and&nbsp;extended family, and gardening. Joyce knew no strangers, welcoming all she met. Her beautiful&nbsp;smile and contagious laugh will be missed by all.

Joyce is survived by her devoted husband and best friend, Robert Bachman and their daughters: Merci (Jared) Kirkendall of Rulo, NE; Jill (Corey) Kenney; and Kara Friedline both of Olathe, KS. She is survived by three siblings: Marcia (Jim) Frederick, Falls City, NE; Steve (Rita) Johansen; and Angie (Bobby) Hunzeker, both of Rulo, NE as well as sisters-in-law Louise Pfankuche, Kansas City, MO; Marjorie Surman, Rulo, NE; Marlene McKim, Falls City, NE; Ruth Lieneman, Robinson, KS; Wauneta (Jim) Catlett, Kansas City, MO; and brothers-law Ben (Sandy) Bachman and Gary (Cindy) Bachman both of Falls City, NE. Joyce was a proud grandma to thirteen grandchildren and three great-grandchildren: Zavan (Kathy) Kirkendall, parents of Lyla, Kayson, and Clay; Emmet (fiancée Naomi) Kirkendall; Cole (Gracie) Kirkendall; Jozie Kirkendall; Asher, Amelia, and Alice Kenney; Sage, Ruby, Iris, Mara, Oliver, and August Friedline; and many nieces and nephews and their children.&nbsp;

She was proceeded in death by her parents; sister and brother-in-law, Linda and Bob Lehmkuhl; brother, Larry Johansen; brothers-in-law, Thomas Odle and Ronald Bachman; and sisters-in-law, Bernice (Red) Adams and Alice (Jimmy) Crouch.

A funeral will be held on Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at River of Hope Fellowship,&nbsp;27765 US-159, Forest City, MO with Pastor David Showalter, dear family friend, officiating.&nbsp;Interment will be in the Rulo City Cemetery in Rulo, NE. The family will receive friends on&nbsp;Wednesday, February 5, 2025 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at River of Hope Fellowship.&nbsp;Funeral services will be handled by Chamberlain Funeral Home of Mound City, MO.

The family wishes to thank Saint Croix Hospice who provided excellent care to her and&nbsp;friendship to Bob and Merci during their daily care of Joyce.

On Sunday, February 2, 2025, at 1:34 p.m. our beloved wife, mom, grandma, and sister entered&nbsp;peacefully into the presence of God while surrounded by her family and dear friends.Joyce Kay&nbsp;Bachman was born September 14, 1952, in Falls City, Nebraska to Keith Aaron and Irene Martha&nbsp;(Fischer) Johansen, a loving Christian family. She loved and honored her mother and father.&nbsp;Joyce’s five siblings were not just her brothers and sisters but her closest friends. With her older&nbsp;sisters, Linda Sue and Marcia Ann, they formed an inseparable trio. In the next four years, the&nbsp;girls were joined by two ornery brothers, Stephen Keith and Larry Lynn, and the family enjoyed&nbsp;farm life north of Rulo.When Joyce was elementary age, the family moved on the&nbsp;Nebraska/Kansas state line, and she attended the Reserve School. Almost two decades after her&nbsp;oldest sibling was born, Angela Jo was welcomed as the baby of the family. These six siblings&nbsp;lived life together from going to church every Sunday to family vacations to regular drop by&nbsp;visits at their homes.Joyce loved her brothers and sisters and their families. She was especially&nbsp;close with Steve’s wife, Rita, who was also Bob’s sister and their lifelong neighbor. In 1998, she&nbsp;lost her brother Larry, and in 2023, she lost her sister Linda. Their deaths broke her heart, but&nbsp;she held fast to the hope of reuniting with them in heaven.Joyce was a proud graduate of the class of 1970 from Hiawatha High School in Hiawatha,&nbsp;Kansas. She made lifelong friendships and enjoyed attending class reunions. In the fall of 1969&nbsp;Joyce was a senior in high school, and Robert "Bob" Dean Bachman was working at his brother's&nbsp;home cutting wood. Joyce was at the same home babysitting their children. She thought 24-year-old Bob was very handsome and unplugged his saw to get his attention. It worked, and on&nbsp;December 10, 1969, he appeared on her doorstep with a box of French mint melt-aways and&nbsp;took her on the first of many dates. Just two months after her high school graduation, 17-year-old Joyce married the love of her life.Immediately following their wedding ceremony, Bob and&nbsp;Joyce traveled to Yellowstone National Park in their 1969 Ford Galaxy starting a lifetime of&nbsp;family vacations to the National Park System.Throughout their almost 55-year marriage, they&nbsp;made their home on the family farm south of Rulo where Bob still resides today.&nbsp;In 1973, they welcomed their first of three daughters, Merci Dawn followed by Jill Kristin in&nbsp;1976 and Kara Brooke in 1977. Bob and Joyce ensured their daughters knew they were loved&nbsp;and cherished from birth to adulthood. They dedicated their daughters to God, raising them in&nbsp;the Falls City Church of the Nazarene. As their daughters grew their families, Joyce loved their&nbsp;husbands, Jared and Corey, just as sons to her. All three of their daughters and their families are&nbsp;faithful followers of God and rest in the knowledge of His hope and promise of eternity.In the fall of 1981, Joyce dual enrolled in both the Methodist Medical Center School of Nursing&nbsp;in St. Joseph, Missouri and Highland Community College. In just three years, she graduated at&nbsp;the top of her class as a registered nurse (RN). She maintained her nursing licensures in&nbsp;Missouri, Kansas, and Nebraska, working at Methodist Medical Center (Heartland Health&nbsp;System), Hiawatha Hospital, In-Home Health, Searight Family Practice, Oak Ridge Acres, Midland&nbsp;Villa, Falls City Care Center, NEK-CAP, Inc. and White Cloud Health Center. Joyce loved working&nbsp;as a nurse, providing care to our community, and developing lifelong friendships with her fellow&nbsp;nurses.She volunteered for hospice care and served on the Richardson County Cancer Society&nbsp;board including as a term as president. She was instrumental in organizing the Relay for Life&nbsp;fundraiser and also volunteered at her church. In 1992, she was teaching women how to do self-exams for breast cancer when she found a cancerous lump in her own breast. At the age of 38, she underwent treatment at the University of Nebraska and was a proud breast&nbsp;cancer survivor.In 2005, Joyce suffered a brain injury during surgery known as a cognitive impairment&nbsp;associated with perioperative surgery. As that area of her injured brain aged faster than the rest,&nbsp;it allowed for the onset of early Alzheimer’s Disease which required her to retire from nursing in&nbsp;2009. Joyce’s family never allowed this horrible disease to define her worth and value. As Bob promised to her during their marriage vows, she was loved and cherished by them at her home until her death.Surpassing her love of work and community was her love for her family. Joyce spent countless&nbsp;hours attending events for her children and grandchildren, traveling with immediate and&nbsp;extended family, and gardening. Joyce knew no strangers, welcoming all she met. Her beautiful&nbsp;smile and contagious laugh will be missed by all.Joyce is survived by her devoted husband and best friend, Robert Bachman and their daughters: Merci (Jared) Kirkendall of Rulo, NE; Jill (Corey) Kenney; and Kara Friedline both of Olathe, KS. She is survived by three siblings: Marcia (Jim) Frederick, Falls City, NE; Steve (Rita) Johansen; and Angie (Bobby) Hunzeker, both of Rulo, NE as well as sisters-in-law Louise Pfankuche, Kansas City, MO; Marjorie Surman, Rulo, NE; Marlene McKim, Falls City, NE; Ruth Lieneman, Robinson, KS; Wauneta (Jim) Catlett, Kansas City, MO; and brothers-law Ben (Sandy) Bachman and Gary (Cindy) Bachman both of Falls City, NE. Joyce was a proud grandma to thirteen grandchildren and three great-grandchildren: Zavan (Kathy) Kirkendall, parents of Lyla, Kayson, and Clay; Emmet (fiancée Naomi) Kirkendall; Cole (Gracie) Kirkendall; Jozie Kirkendall; Asher, Amelia, and Alice Kenney; Sage, Ruby, Iris, Mara, Oliver, and August Friedline; and many nieces and nephews and their children.&nbsp;She was proceeded in death by her parents; sister and brother-in-law, Linda and Bob Lehmkuhl; brother, Larry Johansen; brothers-in-law, Thomas Odle and Ronald Bachman; and sisters-in-law, Bernice (Red) Adams and Alice (Jimmy) Crouch.A funeral will be held on Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at River of Hope Fellowship,&nbsp;27765 US-159, Forest City, MO with Pastor David Showalter, dear family friend, officiating.&nbsp;Interment will be in the Rulo City Cemetery in Rulo, NE. The family will receive friends on&nbsp;Wednesday, February 5, 2025 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at River of Hope Fellowship.&nbsp;Funeral services will be handled by Chamberlain Funeral Home of Mound City, MO.The family wishes to thank Saint Croix Hospice who provided excellent care to her and&nbsp;friendship to Bob and Merci during their daily care of Joyce.<figure>
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Joyce K. Bachman 1952 - 2025

Joyce Bramble, 83, passed away Friday, January 31, 2025, at the University Of Kansas Medical Center. Joyce was born in Weston, MO. She and her triplet sisters Judy and Janice were born on the farm, and they were the youngest of 9 children. 

Joyce was proud to be a triplet and would often tell stories of receiving gifts and cards from all over because being a triplet was very rare. She graduated from West Platte High School then met and married Richard Bramble. Joyce and Richard moved south of Weston to the KCI area where they started their family. They moved to the Grandview area where Joyce started an in-home daycare and had the youngest of their 5 daughters, completing their family. Later she got her driver’s license and began working for the K.C. Lenders Exchange. She later retired, after many years of service, from Time Warner Cable. After Richard passed, she moved from the family home to her very first apartment. She enjoyed new friends and countless games of Farkle. 

She loved hosting friends to watch her beloved chiefs and Royals play ball. Joyce was the most generous, loving soul. She made the best chocolate chip cookies and pumpkin bread around. She lived to spoil her girls, grandkids and anyone who would let her. She was always interested in what everyone was doing and lived to celebrate the joy and success of those she cared about. She will be greatly missed. 

Joyce was preceded in death by her husband Richard Bramble; daughter Judy Braden; grandson Matthew Singleton; parents Bly and Evelyn Fee; brothers George Fee, Donald Fee, and Joe Fee; sisters Leanora Eirls, Mary Lou Eirls, Betty Reavis, and Janice Moore. 

She is survived by daughters Cynthia (Robert) Jobe, Lynn (Keith) Rippel, Kim Holsted, and Debbie (Earl) Wetzel; son in law Steve Braden; sister Judy Peterson; 14 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; and 1 great great grandchild. 

In honor of Joyce’s love of the teams, the family requests that you dress in your favorite Kansas City Chief's or Royals attire for the service. A visitation will be held 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. Saturday, February 8, 2025, at Vaughn Funeral Home in Weston; followed by an 11:00 a.m. funeral service. Interment will follow at the Mount Bethel Cemetery in Weston. Arrangements By: Vaughn Funeral Home—Weston, MO.

Joyce Bramble, 83, passed away Friday, January 31, 2025, at the University Of Kansas Medical Center. Joyce was born in Weston, MO. She and her triplet sisters Judy and Janice were born on the farm, and they were the youngest of 9 children. Joyce was proud to be a triplet and would often tell stories of receiving gifts and cards from all over because being a triplet was very rare. She graduated from West Platte High School then met and married Richard Bramble. Joyce and Richard moved south of Weston to the KCI area where they started their family. They moved to the Grandview area where Joyce started an in-home daycare and had the youngest of their 5 daughters, completing their family. Later she got her driver’s license and began working for the K.C. Lenders Exchange. She later retired, after many years of service, from Time Warner Cable. After Richard passed, she moved from the family home to her very first apartment. She enjoyed new friends and countless games of Farkle. She loved hosting friends to watch her beloved chiefs and Royals play ball. Joyce was the most generous, loving soul. She made the best chocolate chip cookies and pumpkin bread around. She lived to spoil her girls, grandkids and anyone who would let her. She was always interested in what everyone was doing and lived to celebrate the joy and success of those she cared about. She will be greatly missed. Joyce was preceded in death by her husband Richard Bramble; daughter Judy Braden; grandson Matthew Singleton; parents Bly and Evelyn Fee; brothers George Fee, Donald Fee, and Joe Fee; sisters Leanora Eirls, Mary Lou Eirls, Betty Reavis, and Janice Moore. She is survived by daughters Cynthia (Robert) Jobe, Lynn (Keith) Rippel, Kim Holsted, and Debbie (Earl) Wetzel; son in law Steve Braden; sister Judy Peterson; 14 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; and 1 great great grandchild. In honor of Joyce’s love of the teams, the family requests that you dress in your favorite Kansas City Chief's or Royals attire for the service. A visitation will be held 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. Saturday, February 8, 2025, at Vaughn Funeral Home in Weston; followed by an 11:00 a.m. funeral service. Interment will follow at the Mount Bethel Cemetery in Weston. Arrangements By: Vaughn Funeral Home—Weston, MO.<figure>
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Joyce Faye Bramble (Fee) 1941 - 2025

Kathie Lorraine Lee, 72, formerly of Atchison, KS passed away on Friday, Jan. 31, 2025, at the Maple Heights Nursing Home, Hiawatha, KS.

A Memorial service will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, Feb. 8th, 2025, at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home with Rev. Jacob Dandy officiating. The family will receive friends from 10:00 AM Saturday until the time of service at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Trinity Lutheran Church Handbell Choir and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences to the family maybe left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Kathie L. Moore was born on July 20, 1952, in Biloxi, MS the daughter of Billy E. and Beverly G. (Morgan) Moore. She graduated from Central High School in St. Joseph, MO in 1970.

Kathie worked as a certified nurses aid for nursing homes and home health for many years. She was baptized at Trinity Episcopal Church, Atchison and was a former member of the Trinity Lutheran Church, Atchison. Mrs. Lee was an avid animal lover.

Survivors include two sons Joshua P. Lee, and Jeremy (Lottie) Lee, both of Atchison, KS, two brothers William “Ken” Moore, and Shawn M. Moore, both of Springfield, MO, a sister Robin M. Urquhart, St. Joseph, MO, three grandchildren Isaac, Ison, Taylor (Halee), and two great grandchildren Everest, and Emmett. Her parents preceded her in death.

Kathie Lorraine Lee, 72, formerly of Atchison, KS passed away on Friday, Jan. 31, 2025, at the Maple Heights Nursing Home, Hiawatha, KS.A Memorial service will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, Feb. 8th, 2025, at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home with Rev. Jacob Dandy officiating. The family will receive friends from 10:00 AM Saturday until the time of service at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Trinity Lutheran Church Handbell Choir and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences to the family maybe left online at www.beckerdyer.com.Kathie L. Moore was born on July 20, 1952, in Biloxi, MS the daughter of Billy E. and Beverly G. (Morgan) Moore. She graduated from Central High School in St. Joseph, MO in 1970.Kathie worked as a certified nurses aid for nursing homes and home health for many years. She was baptized at Trinity Episcopal Church, Atchison and was a former member of the Trinity Lutheran Church, Atchison. Mrs. Lee was an avid animal lover.Survivors include two sons Joshua P. Lee, and Jeremy (Lottie) Lee, both of Atchison, KS, two brothers William “Ken” Moore, and Shawn M. Moore, both of Springfield, MO, a sister Robin M. Urquhart, St. Joseph, MO, three grandchildren Isaac, Ison, Taylor (Halee), and two great grandchildren Everest, and Emmett. Her parents preceded her in death.<figure>
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Kathie Lorraine Lee 1952 - 2025

Robert Wood Winzer, 91, of Atchison, Kansas, passed away Wednesday January 29, 2025, at Atchison Senior Village.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30AM on Monday, February 3, 2025, at Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home with the Rev. Dr. Rachel Dannar officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Olive Cemetery, Troy, Kansas. A visitation will be held the afternoon prior on Sunday, February 2, 2025, from 3:00pm to 5:00pm at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to NEK Home Health and Hospice or Forest of Friendship and can be sent in care of Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home. Condolences for the family can be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Robert was born on May 28, 1933, at the family home in Atchison, Kansas, the son of Everett and Ruth (Wood) Winzer. After graduating from Atchison High School, 1951, Robert served in the United States Army with the Heavy Mortar Co. 17th infantry Regiment APO 7 during the Korean War from June 17, 1953, to April 26, 1955. Robert Received the Korean Service Medal, United Nations Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal and Good Conduct Medal. After retiring from the Army, Robert met Ollie Barker and they were married January 12, 1957, at the Presbyterian Church. Robert and Ollie recently celebrated 68 years of marriage.

Robert dedicated his life to farming. He shared his love of the land with his brothers, Everett and Aaron, as they operated the Winzer Brothers family farm. He took great pleasure in witnessing the growth of his family and enjoyed sharing his agricultural and mechanical knowledge with the younger generations. Robert also enjoyed hunting, fishing with the family and just being outdoors. He had an affection for trees and planted a large variety around the homestead.

Robert is survived by his wife Ollie, of the home; daughters Debbie (Dan) Orr, Topeka, KS, Karen (Bill) Stattelman, Topeka, KS, and Deanna (Tim) Murphy, Firestone, CO; grandsons Dillon (Amanda) Orr, Dalton (Kelly) Orr, Alex (Catlin) Stattelman, Sean Stattelman, Jeremiah (Mary Kate) Tyler and Joshua Tyler; step-grandsons Dan (Danielle) Orr and Joseph Yellowhorse-Murphy, and four great-grandchildren. Robert is preceded by both of his parents, daughter Tamara Winzer, brothers Everett and Aaron Winzer, and sisters Nora Jean Wohlgemuth, and Reona Johnson.

Robert Wood Winzer, 91, of Atchison, Kansas, passed away Wednesday January 29, 2025, at Atchison Senior Village.Funeral services will be held at 10:30AM on Monday, February 3, 2025, at Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home with the Rev. Dr. Rachel Dannar officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Olive Cemetery, Troy, Kansas. A visitation will be held the afternoon prior on Sunday, February 2, 2025, from 3:00pm to 5:00pm at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to NEK Home Health and Hospice or Forest of Friendship and can be sent in care of Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home. Condolences for the family can be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.Robert was born on May 28, 1933, at the family home in Atchison, Kansas, the son of Everett and Ruth (Wood) Winzer. After graduating from Atchison High School, 1951, Robert served in the United States Army with the Heavy Mortar Co. 17th infantry Regiment APO 7 during the Korean War from June 17, 1953, to April 26, 1955. Robert Received the Korean Service Medal, United Nations Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal and Good Conduct Medal. After retiring from the Army, Robert met Ollie Barker and they were married January 12, 1957, at the Presbyterian Church. Robert and Ollie recently celebrated 68 years of marriage.Robert dedicated his life to farming. He shared his love of the land with his brothers, Everett and Aaron, as they operated the Winzer Brothers family farm. He took great pleasure in witnessing the growth of his family and enjoyed sharing his agricultural and mechanical knowledge with the younger generations. Robert also enjoyed hunting, fishing with the family and just being outdoors. He had an affection for trees and planted a large variety around the homestead.Robert is survived by his wife Ollie, of the home; daughters Debbie (Dan) Orr, Topeka, KS, Karen (Bill) Stattelman, Topeka, KS, and Deanna (Tim) Murphy, Firestone, CO; grandsons Dillon (Amanda) Orr, Dalton (Kelly) Orr, Alex (Catlin) Stattelman, Sean Stattelman, Jeremiah (Mary Kate) Tyler and Joshua Tyler; step-grandsons Dan (Danielle) Orr and Joseph Yellowhorse-Murphy, and four great-grandchildren. Robert is preceded by both of his parents, daughter Tamara Winzer, brothers Everett and Aaron Winzer, and sisters Nora Jean Wohlgemuth, and Reona Johnson.<figure>
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Robert Wood Winzer 1933 - 2025

Larry Leroy Potts, 63, of St Joseph, Missouri passed away Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at home. He was born June 26, 1961 in St. Joseph, son of Dorothy and Herbert Potts. 

Larry attended Benton High School. He worked at St. Joseph Country Club for 34 years and later at Triumph Foods. He enjoyed fishing and hunting. Larry was an avid deer hunter and enjoyed trips to Colorado. He also loved kids and animals. 

Larry was preceded in death by father, Herbert E. Potts, brothers, Herbert E. Potts and David Potts, Sr., sister, Roseanna Johnson. 

Survivors include mother, Dorothy Potts of St. Joseph, children, Jennifer (Matthew) Potts-Salasberry and Larry Potts II of St. Joseph, grandchildren, Kieara, Faith, &nbsp;Larry III, nieces, Wendy, Kelsey, Mary and family, was known as "Unc" to Ev, Denver and Dallas, his best friend and fishing buddy, Wannie Morgal, his beloved yorkie, Penelope (aka "Two pounds of Fury"), his grandpups, a large extended family and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp;

A Celebration of Life Service will be at 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at Rupp Funeral Home, where the family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Tuesday. Mr. Potts will be cremated following services.

Larry Leroy Potts, 63, of St Joseph, Missouri passed away Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at home. He was born June 26, 1961 in St. Joseph, son of Dorothy and Herbert Potts. Larry attended Benton High School. He worked at St. Joseph Country Club for 34 years and later at Triumph Foods. He enjoyed fishing and hunting. Larry was an avid deer hunter and enjoyed trips to Colorado. He also loved kids and animals. Larry was preceded in death by father, Herbert E. Potts, brothers, Herbert E. Potts and David Potts, Sr., sister, Roseanna Johnson. Survivors include mother, Dorothy Potts of St. Joseph, children, Jennifer (Matthew) Potts-Salasberry and Larry Potts II of St. Joseph, grandchildren, Kieara, Faith, &nbsp;Larry III, nieces, Wendy, Kelsey, Mary and family, was known as "Unc" to Ev, Denver and Dallas, his best friend and fishing buddy, Wannie Morgal, his beloved yorkie, Penelope (aka "Two pounds of Fury"), his grandpups, a large extended family and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp;A Celebration of Life Service will be at 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at Rupp Funeral Home, where the family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Tuesday. Mr. Potts will be cremated following services.<figure>
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Larry Leroy Potts 1961 - 2025

Linda Susan McCoy 74, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, January 31, 2025 in a St. Joseph, MO hospital. She was born June 11, 1950 in St. Joseph, Missouri daughter of the late Laveran Lettie &amp; Carroll McCoy. 

She graduated from Bishop LeBlond High School, class of 1969. She worked as a caregiver. Linda enjoyed spending time with her family, while thrifting and going to garage sales on the weekends. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, step mother, Freda Halpin, son, Jason McCoy, brothers, Lonnie and Randell McCoy, sisters, Martha Halpin, and Charlene Peterson. 

She is survived by sons, Andy (Lisa), Nate, and Chris (Dana) McCoy all of St. Joseph, MO, grandchildren: Michael, Allysa, Kenzington, Christian, Matt, Roman, Ashley, Awkman, Heaven Cohutta, Emad, Jensen, Columbiana, Kyle, Jesse, Kelby, Brendon, Zach, and Trevor, and her niece, Tammy Wright and nephew, Donald Halpin. 

The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm on Friday the 7th, 2025 at the Rupp Funeral Home.

Linda Susan McCoy 74, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Friday, January 31, 2025 in a St. Joseph, MO hospital. She was born June 11, 1950 in St. Joseph, Missouri daughter of the late Laveran Lettie &amp; Carroll McCoy. She graduated from Bishop LeBlond High School, class of 1969. She worked as a caregiver. Linda enjoyed spending time with her family, while thrifting and going to garage sales on the weekends. She was preceded in death by her parents, step mother, Freda Halpin, son, Jason McCoy, brothers, Lonnie and Randell McCoy, sisters, Martha Halpin, and Charlene Peterson. She is survived by sons, Andy (Lisa), Nate, and Chris (Dana) McCoy all of St. Joseph, MO, grandchildren: Michael, Allysa, Kenzington, Christian, Matt, Roman, Ashley, Awkman, Heaven Cohutta, Emad, Jensen, Columbiana, Kyle, Jesse, Kelby, Brendon, Zach, and Trevor, and her niece, Tammy Wright and nephew, Donald Halpin. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm on Friday the 7th, 2025 at the Rupp Funeral Home.<figure>
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Linda Susan McCoy 1950 - 2025

John Ollie Baynham, 73, Ray, Missouri, passed January 30, 2025 at a local hospital.

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John Ollie Baynham 1951 - 2025

Jean L. Holcomb, 84, St. Joseph, Missouri; passed away Saturday, February 1, 2025 surrounded by her loving family.

Jean was born on August 12, 1940 in Bethany, MO, to Fred and Dorothy (Williams) Klindt. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Mrs. Holcomb worked in numerous places in St. Joseph. &nbsp; Among them were Parisoff Grocery, Belt American Bank and the FDIC in St. Joseph.

While working for FDIC, she also worked in Kansas City, Chicago and Dallas.

Jean married Gerald Holcomb on August 25, 1958 in Coffey, Missouri. &nbsp; They celebrated fifty-eight years of marriage, before his passing on March 9, 2017.

Jean and Gerald raised their family in Faucett, MO. &nbsp;They built a retirement home in Bella Vista, Arkansas, and lived there until 2008. &nbsp;For decades Gerald and Jean spent their winters in Mission, Texas

In addition to her husband and parents, Jean was preceded in death by brother Larry Mullins; and son-in-law Richard McCollum.

Jean is survived by her children, Tony Holcomb; &nbsp;Lois McCollum; Steve and Stephanie Holcomb; Brad and Angela Holcomb; seven grandchildren, &nbsp;nine great-grandchildren; sister Carol Langdon; sister-in-law Kay Mullins; other relatives and friends.

Visitation will be Friday evening, February 7, 2025 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel.

Jean L. Holcomb, 84, St. Joseph, Missouri; passed away Saturday, February 1, 2025 surrounded by her loving family.Jean was born on August 12, 1940 in Bethany, MO, to Fred and Dorothy (Williams) Klindt. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Mrs. Holcomb worked in numerous places in St. Joseph. &nbsp; Among them were Parisoff Grocery, Belt American Bank and the FDIC in St. Joseph.While working for FDIC, she also worked in Kansas City, Chicago and Dallas.Jean married Gerald Holcomb on August 25, 1958 in Coffey, Missouri. &nbsp; They celebrated fifty-eight years of marriage, before his passing on March 9, 2017.Jean and Gerald raised their family in Faucett, MO. &nbsp;They built a retirement home in Bella Vista, Arkansas, and lived there until 2008. &nbsp;For decades Gerald and Jean spent their winters in Mission, TexasIn addition to her husband and parents, Jean was preceded in death by brother Larry Mullins; and son-in-law Richard McCollum.Jean is survived by her children, Tony Holcomb; &nbsp;Lois McCollum; Steve and Stephanie Holcomb; Brad and Angela Holcomb; seven grandchildren, &nbsp;nine great-grandchildren; sister Carol Langdon; sister-in-law Kay Mullins; other relatives and friends.Visitation will be Friday evening, February 7, 2025 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Heaton-Bowman-Smith &amp; Sidenfaden Chapel.<figure>
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Jean L. Holcomb 1940 - 2025

Betty Carol (Endsley) Jacobs, 90, of St. Joseph, Missouri; went home to be with her Lord on January 31st, 2025.

Betty was born in St. Joseph, Missouri on January 26th, 1935 to Charles E. and Gladys D. (Daughtery) Endsley. She was a member of St. Patrick's and Our Lady of Guadeloupe Catholic churches. She attended Lafayette High School and worked at the old Sister's Hospital and Heartland Hospital over her healthcare career.

She was married to Ed Merritt, Sr. (75), James F. Kilkenny (59), and Delmar "Boogie" Jacobs (78), who passed in 1999, 1986, and 2016, respectively.

She is survived by 4 sons: Ed Merritt Jr. (Karen), Steve Merritt (Mary), Jim Kilkenny (Tami), and Mike Kilkenny. She is also had 9 grandchildren; David, Amanda, Resse, Mason, Gabriel, Ryan, Kaitlyn, Michael, and Michaela, and 7 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by three sons, Roger Merritt (61), Dennis Merritt (16), &nbsp;and Patrick Kilkenny (45), and her only daughter, Lana Kay Mars (31).

A visitation will be held from 1:00-3:00 PM on Tuesday, February 4th, 2025 followed by a prayer service, officiated by Deacon John Nash at 3:00 PM at the Heaton-Bowman-Smith-Sidenfaden Chapel at 3609 Frederick Blvd. St. Joseph, Missouri 64506.

Betty Carol (Endsley) Jacobs, 90, of St. Joseph, Missouri; went home to be with her Lord on January 31st, 2025.Betty was born in St. Joseph, Missouri on January 26th, 1935 to Charles E. and Gladys D. (Daughtery) Endsley. She was a member of St. Patrick's and Our Lady of Guadeloupe Catholic churches. She attended Lafayette High School and worked at the old Sister's Hospital and Heartland Hospital over her healthcare career.She was married to Ed Merritt, Sr. (75), James F. Kilkenny (59), and Delmar "Boogie" Jacobs (78), who passed in 1999, 1986, and 2016, respectively.She is survived by 4 sons: Ed Merritt Jr. (Karen), Steve Merritt (Mary), Jim Kilkenny (Tami), and Mike Kilkenny. She is also had 9 grandchildren; David, Amanda, Resse, Mason, Gabriel, Ryan, Kaitlyn, Michael, and Michaela, and 7 great grandchildren.She was preceded in death by three sons, Roger Merritt (61), Dennis Merritt (16), &nbsp;and Patrick Kilkenny (45), and her only daughter, Lana Kay Mars (31).A visitation will be held from 1:00-3:00 PM on Tuesday, February 4th, 2025 followed by a prayer service, officiated by Deacon John Nash at 3:00 PM at the Heaton-Bowman-Smith-Sidenfaden Chapel at 3609 Frederick Blvd. St. Joseph, Missouri 64506.<figure>
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Betty Carol Jacobs 1935 - 2025

Tuwanda Latrice Davidson, 49, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, January 29, 2025.

She was born on July 19, 1975 to Curtstien Davidson in Chicago, Illinois.

Tuwanda's memory will be treasured by her adoring family, including her sister Andra Davidson, her beloved children Charlant and Camise Davidson, and her cherished daughter Davianna Smith. She was also a proud grandmother to Leon Davis and a great-grandmother to Codie Davidson, whose presence brought her immense joy.

Tuwanda was known for her profound love and dedication to her family. She lived a life marked by warmth and unwavering care for her loved ones, the reason why she will be deeply missed.

Cremation under the direction of Simplify Cremations &amp; Funerals.

Tuwanda Latrice Davidson, 49, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, January 29, 2025.She was born on July 19, 1975 to Curtstien Davidson in Chicago, Illinois.Tuwanda's memory will be treasured by her adoring family, including her sister Andra Davidson, her beloved children Charlant and Camise Davidson, and her cherished daughter Davianna Smith. She was also a proud grandmother to Leon Davis and a great-grandmother to Codie Davidson, whose presence brought her immense joy.Tuwanda was known for her profound love and dedication to her family. She lived a life marked by warmth and unwavering care for her loved ones, the reason why she will be deeply missed.Cremation under the direction of Simplify Cremations &amp; Funerals.<figure>
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Tuwanda Latrice Davidson 1975 - 2025

L. June (Reid) Bullock, age 85, of Atchison, KS, passed away at home surrounded by her loved ones. She joined the love of her life, Joe, in the heavenly choir on January 28, 2025.

June was born on April 10, 1939, to Roy and Evelyn (Mahan) Reid in the Good Intent township, rural Atchison County, KS. She was the only daughter and the middle child between brothers Paul and David. She cherished her memories of growing up on the farm and living in the historic rock house. June attended the one-room schoolhouse at Good Intent, and by 8th grade the teacher relied on her to do many of the teacher's tasks. June attended Atchison High School where her love of singing was nurtured. After graduation she enrolled at Northwest Missouri State in Maryville, MO to pursue a teaching degree. She attended only one semester, however, before a tall handsome man changed those plans. June married that tall handsome man, William Joseph (Joe) Bullock, on February 10, 1957, at First Christian Church, Atchison, KS. They made their home in rural Bendena where they worked together on the farm and raised their family. In January 1963 they left the farm to follow Joe’s call into the ministry and thus began the succession of moves: From Ames, NE; to Rogers, AR; Columbia, SC; Lanham, KS; Ellis, KS; New Gottland, KS; Bendena, KS; and returning home in 2004 to retire in rural Atchison, KS.

While Joe attended college and seminary June worked various jobs to help support their family of seven including waitressing and working at Campbell's Soup. In later years she drove a school bus and served as school librarian for USD 223, was a typesetter for the Ellis Review, and worked as a CNA/CMA in long-term facilities in both Ellis and Lindsborg, KS. June’s greatest calling in life, however, was to proudly support her husband in his ministry to the Lord—helping with Sunday school, singing in the choir, and often holding down the fort at home while Joe was away at church conferences or traveling with his Wheels of Faith ministry.

Interwoven in a life full of love for God, family, and friends was June's love of music, singing in the choir, at weddings, or while hanging out the clothes June always had a song in her heart. She shared her love of music by singing lullabies to her children and grandchildren. If she wasn't singing, she was whistling or humming. June had a smile that lit up the room, and she had a way of making everyone instantly feel welcome.

June was predeceased by her beloved husband, Joe; her parents, Roy and Evelyn; brother, Paul; sisters-in-law and spouses, Helen and William Thurlow, and Wilma and Robert Thorne; and nephew, Gary Thorne. She is survived by her five children: Joe (Sharon) Bullock, Dea (Basil) Yanke, Shelly Stohs, Brenda Bullock, and Nancy (Chris Phipps) Bullock; 12 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren; her brother, David (Lois) Reid; numerous nieces and nephews; and family friend, Doran Bailey.

The family would like to extend special thanks to the staff of Crittendon and St. Croix for the excellent care and loving attention that they provided to both June and Joe in the last few years of their lives.

A Celebration of Life Service will be Saturday, February 8, 2025, at 11 am at St. John Lutheran Church, Bendena, KS, with a meal and visitation afterward. Burial will be held privately at the Moray Cemetery. Flowers and contributions may be sent to the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home, P.O. Box 426, Wathena, KS 66090. Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

L. June (Reid) Bullock, age 85, of Atchison, KS, passed away at home surrounded by her loved ones. She joined the love of her life, Joe, in the heavenly choir on January 28, 2025.June was born on April 10, 1939, to Roy and Evelyn (Mahan) Reid in the Good Intent township, rural Atchison County, KS. She was the only daughter and the middle child between brothers Paul and David. She cherished her memories of growing up on the farm and living in the historic rock house. June attended the one-room schoolhouse at Good Intent, and by 8th grade the teacher relied on her to do many of the teacher's tasks. June attended Atchison High School where her love of singing was nurtured. After graduation she enrolled at Northwest Missouri State in Maryville, MO to pursue a teaching degree. She attended only one semester, however, before a tall handsome man changed those plans. June married that tall handsome man, William Joseph (Joe) Bullock, on February 10, 1957, at First Christian Church, Atchison, KS. They made their home in rural Bendena where they worked together on the farm and raised their family. In January 1963 they left the farm to follow Joe’s call into the ministry and thus began the succession of moves: From Ames, NE; to Rogers, AR; Columbia, SC; Lanham, KS; Ellis, KS; New Gottland, KS; Bendena, KS; and returning home in 2004 to retire in rural Atchison, KS.While Joe attended college and seminary June worked various jobs to help support their family of seven including waitressing and working at Campbell's Soup. In later years she drove a school bus and served as school librarian for USD 223, was a typesetter for the Ellis Review, and worked as a CNA/CMA in long-term facilities in both Ellis and Lindsborg, KS. June’s greatest calling in life, however, was to proudly support her husband in his ministry to the Lord—helping with Sunday school, singing in the choir, and often holding down the fort at home while Joe was away at church conferences or traveling with his Wheels of Faith ministry.Interwoven in a life full of love for God, family, and friends was June's love of music, singing in the choir, at weddings, or while hanging out the clothes June always had a song in her heart. She shared her love of music by singing lullabies to her children and grandchildren. If she wasn't singing, she was whistling or humming. June had a smile that lit up the room, and she had a way of making everyone instantly feel welcome.June was predeceased by her beloved husband, Joe; her parents, Roy and Evelyn; brother, Paul; sisters-in-law and spouses, Helen and William Thurlow, and Wilma and Robert Thorne; and nephew, Gary Thorne. She is survived by her five children: Joe (Sharon) Bullock, Dea (Basil) Yanke, Shelly Stohs, Brenda Bullock, and Nancy (Chris Phipps) Bullock; 12 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren; her brother, David (Lois) Reid; numerous nieces and nephews; and family friend, Doran Bailey.The family would like to extend special thanks to the staff of Crittendon and St. Croix for the excellent care and loving attention that they provided to both June and Joe in the last few years of their lives.A Celebration of Life Service will be Saturday, February 8, 2025, at 11 am at St. John Lutheran Church, Bendena, KS, with a meal and visitation afterward. Burial will be held privately at the Moray Cemetery. Flowers and contributions may be sent to the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home, P.O. Box 426, Wathena, KS 66090. Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.<figure>
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Lois "June" Bullock 1939 - 2025

Carolyn A. Guinn, 80 of Savannah, MO passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2025 at Abundant Acres in Savannah, MO, in the company of her children and friends of the family. She was born June 10, 1944 to Howard &amp; Olive (Martin) Guinn in Atchison, KS. She was one of seven girls and two boys.

Carolyn loved her family especially her grandkids, fair to say more than her own, they can do no wrong. She was humble, sweet, kind, and sassy all rolled up into one. She loved to cook for her family whether for visits or family affairs. We all looked forward to Carolyn’s cooking. She would pass time talking about her years growing up with her sisters, taking drives in the country to admire the scenery or just having lunch with Gloria at a small diner. Fall was her favorite season for all the colors, she loved nature and all the critters. She was an avid reader and loved her puzzle books. If she had a good puzzle she would sit with her grand kids or by herself to piece it together. &nbsp;

Survivors include her children, Jody (A.J.) Guinn of Landisville, PA and Tamika (Travis) Davis of Amazonia, MO; grandchildren, Jacob (Victoria) Guinn, Maizy Guinn, Gavin Guinn, and Kazden Gillespie; sisters, Gloria Morgan of Osborn, MO and Mary Evelyn Guinn of St. Joseph, MO. &nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents; siblings, Darlene Ellis, Velma Pendleton, Sharon Karr, Linda Shoots, Raymond Guinn, and Danny Guinn.

A Celebration of Life will be 12:00pm, Saturday February 1st, 2025 at First Baptist Church of Savannah, MO. Breit-Hawkins Funeral Home is in charge of local arrangements.

Carolyn A. Guinn, 80 of Savannah, MO passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2025 at Abundant Acres in Savannah, MO, in the company of her children and friends of the family. She was born June 10, 1944 to Howard &amp; Olive (Martin) Guinn in Atchison, KS. She was one of seven girls and two boys.Carolyn loved her family especially her grandkids, fair to say more than her own, they can do no wrong. She was humble, sweet, kind, and sassy all rolled up into one. She loved to cook for her family whether for visits or family affairs. We all looked forward to Carolyn’s cooking. She would pass time talking about her years growing up with her sisters, taking drives in the country to admire the scenery or just having lunch with Gloria at a small diner. Fall was her favorite season for all the colors, she loved nature and all the critters. She was an avid reader and loved her puzzle books. If she had a good puzzle she would sit with her grand kids or by herself to piece it together. &nbsp;Survivors include her children, Jody (A.J.) Guinn of Landisville, PA and Tamika (Travis) Davis of Amazonia, MO; grandchildren, Jacob (Victoria) Guinn, Maizy Guinn, Gavin Guinn, and Kazden Gillespie; sisters, Gloria Morgan of Osborn, MO and Mary Evelyn Guinn of St. Joseph, MO. &nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents; siblings, Darlene Ellis, Velma Pendleton, Sharon Karr, Linda Shoots, Raymond Guinn, and Danny Guinn.A Celebration of Life will be 12:00pm, Saturday February 1st, 2025 at First Baptist Church of Savannah, MO. Breit-Hawkins Funeral Home is in charge of local arrangements.<figure>
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Carolyn A. Guinn 1944 - 2025

Judith Ann (Judy) Morgan, 84, of Saint Joseph, MO, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 28, 2024, after battling a lengthy Illness.

Born October 31, 1941, in Saint Joseph, MO, to Dallas Monroe and Helen Mae (Brown) Hatton, Judy was second of four girls. Lifelong friends, Judy was in constant contact with her sisters Sonja (Sonie) Morgan, St. Joseph, MO, Donna DeVore-Salazar, San Francisco, CA and Janice Hinkle, St. Joseph, MO.

Judy was married to her beloved Jackie Lynn (Jack) Morgan in May 1969 and together they raised their 5 sons, Daniel J. Oliver, St. Joseph, MO, A. Blane Morgan, Kansas City, KS, Jackie Lynn Morgan, Jr. (Mary), Las Vegas, NV, &nbsp;Darrin R. Oliver, St. Joseph, MO, and Jeff J. Morgan, St. Joseph, MO. Judy loved to be surrounded by family including her many grandchildren, sisters, nieces, and nephews.

Judy worked as rural postal carrier for The United States Postal Service in the St. Joseph, MO area. Judy was a member of the Faith United Church, St. Joseph, MO. Judy was also a life-long lover of animals and never met a furry, four-legged friend she did not make friends or family with, many times bringing them home. Judy was perhaps happiest in her garden, tending to her chickens, or tromping with her yellow Lab companion Chloe.

Judy was preceded in death by her beloved husband Jack L. Morgan, 2003, sisters Sonja Morgan (Charles), 2025, Donna DeVore-Salazar (Lucas), 2020, and Janice Hinkle (Charles), 2024.

As Judy wished, she will be interned at the Mount Auburn Cemetery, St. Joseph, MO beside her husband Jack L. Morgan’s final resting place. Family is planning immediate burial to be followed by an informal celebration of life to be held at a later date. Details will follow.

Judith Ann (Judy) Morgan, 84, of Saint Joseph, MO, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 28, 2024, after battling a lengthy Illness.Born October 31, 1941, in Saint Joseph, MO, to Dallas Monroe and Helen Mae (Brown) Hatton, Judy was second of four girls. Lifelong friends, Judy was in constant contact with her sisters Sonja (Sonie) Morgan, St. Joseph, MO, Donna DeVore-Salazar, San Francisco, CA and Janice Hinkle, St. Joseph, MO.Judy was married to her beloved Jackie Lynn (Jack) Morgan in May 1969 and together they raised their 5 sons, Daniel J. Oliver, St. Joseph, MO, A. Blane Morgan, Kansas City, KS, Jackie Lynn Morgan, Jr. (Mary), Las Vegas, NV, &nbsp;Darrin R. Oliver, St. Joseph, MO, and Jeff J. Morgan, St. Joseph, MO. Judy loved to be surrounded by family including her many grandchildren, sisters, nieces, and nephews.Judy worked as rural postal carrier for The United States Postal Service in the St. Joseph, MO area. Judy was a member of the Faith United Church, St. Joseph, MO. Judy was also a life-long lover of animals and never met a furry, four-legged friend she did not make friends or family with, many times bringing them home. Judy was perhaps happiest in her garden, tending to her chickens, or tromping with her yellow Lab companion Chloe.Judy was preceded in death by her beloved husband Jack L. Morgan, 2003, sisters Sonja Morgan (Charles), 2025, Donna DeVore-Salazar (Lucas), 2020, and Janice Hinkle (Charles), 2024.As Judy wished, she will be interned at the Mount Auburn Cemetery, St. Joseph, MO beside her husband Jack L. Morgan’s final resting place. Family is planning immediate burial to be followed by an informal celebration of life to be held at a later date. Details will follow.<figure>
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Judith Ann Morgan 1941 - 2025

Roy Alan Sleeth, 74, of Savannah, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at a Savannah health care facility. He was born November 4, 1950 in Maryville, MO, son of Delores and Clarence "Sam" Sleeth. 

Roy was a U.S. Navy Veteran. He worked at Blueside and later Walmart, and he also umpired youth baseball. He was a hard worker and loved to travel. He was a simple guy, who loved his kids and family. Roy was a member of the East Side Baptist Church. 

He was preceded in death by parents, and brothers, Ron, Rick, and David Sleeth. 

Survivors include: children, Brandi (Dan) Miller of Winston, MO, Kim Sleeth of Savannah, MO, Lori (Chris) Proctor of Cameron, MO, Robin (Brandon) King of St. Joseph, and Brian (Dana) Sleeth of Apex, NC, grandchildren, Alexas, Chase, Spencer, Jared, Evan, Colton, Kaleb, Kennedie, Kooper, Abe, and Harvey, 6 great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.

Mr. Sleeth has been cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home. A private family Celebration of Life will take place at a later date.

Roy Alan Sleeth, 74, of Savannah, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at a Savannah health care facility. He was born November 4, 1950 in Maryville, MO, son of Delores and Clarence "Sam" Sleeth. Roy was a U.S. Navy Veteran. He worked at Blueside and later Walmart, and he also umpired youth baseball. He was a hard worker and loved to travel. He was a simple guy, who loved his kids and family. Roy was a member of the East Side Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by parents, and brothers, Ron, Rick, and David Sleeth. Survivors include: children, Brandi (Dan) Miller of Winston, MO, Kim Sleeth of Savannah, MO, Lori (Chris) Proctor of Cameron, MO, Robin (Brandon) King of St. Joseph, and Brian (Dana) Sleeth of Apex, NC, grandchildren, Alexas, Chase, Spencer, Jared, Evan, Colton, Kaleb, Kennedie, Kooper, Abe, and Harvey, 6 great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.Mr. Sleeth has been cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home. A private family Celebration of Life will take place at a later date.<figure>
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Roy Alan Sleeth 1950 - 2025

Kathleen Anne Whitham 73, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2025 in a St. Joseph, MO hospital. She was born September 16, 1951 in Forest City, Missouri. 

The family will receive friends from 5- 6:00 pm on Thursday with a Memorial Service following Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 6:00 pm at the Rupp Funeral Home. She has been cremated under the care and direction of the Rupp Funeral Home.

Kathleen Anne Whitham 73, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2025 in a St. Joseph, MO hospital. She was born September 16, 1951 in Forest City, Missouri. The family will receive friends from 5- 6:00 pm on Thursday with a Memorial Service following Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 6:00 pm at the Rupp Funeral Home. She has been cremated under the care and direction of the Rupp Funeral Home.

Kathleen Anne Whitham 1951 - 2025

Rose Mazvinsky, 103, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2025.

She was born March 22, 1921 to Joseph and Frieda (Sawicki) Berman in Szczuczyn, Poland.

She found her first love in Harry Geller, marrying him on December 10, 1944. Together they faced life’s complexities until Harry's untimely passing in 1958. She later married William "Bill" Mazvinsky, on June 10, 1962. Their partnership lasted until his passing in September 2005. Rose was also preceded in death by her son, James Geller, and her brothers, Morris and Sidney Berman.

Rose co-owned Midland Building Specialties Co. and worked as a bookkeeper.

Beyond her work, Rose was truly a social and charitable force. Her service included roles like President and Treasurer of B'nai Sholem Sisterhood, Temple B'nai Sholem Board of Directors involvement, and membership in Hadassah, Runcie Club, and the Women's Chamber of Commerce. Her love for Bridge and Mahjong resonated through the community, being an avid player and enthusiast.

Survivors include her son, Phillip Geller; and grandson, Brandon Geller (Charly Viola).

Graveside Farewell Services and Interment 10:00 A.M. Friday, Shaare Sholem Cemetery.

Rose Mazvinsky, 103, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2025.She was born March 22, 1921 to Joseph and Frieda (Sawicki) Berman in Szczuczyn, Poland.She found her first love in Harry Geller, marrying him on December 10, 1944. Together they faced life’s complexities until Harry's untimely passing in 1958. She later married William "Bill" Mazvinsky, on June 10, 1962. Their partnership lasted until his passing in September 2005. Rose was also preceded in death by her son, James Geller, and her brothers, Morris and Sidney Berman.Rose co-owned Midland Building Specialties Co. and worked as a bookkeeper.Beyond her work, Rose was truly a social and charitable force. Her service included roles like President and Treasurer of B'nai Sholem Sisterhood, Temple B'nai Sholem Board of Directors involvement, and membership in Hadassah, Runcie Club, and the Women's Chamber of Commerce. Her love for Bridge and Mahjong resonated through the community, being an avid player and enthusiast.Survivors include her son, Phillip Geller; and grandson, Brandon Geller (Charly Viola).Graveside Farewell Services and Interment 10:00 A.M. Friday, Shaare Sholem Cemetery.<figure>
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