Thursday, April 28, 2011

Louis L. Osborne

Louis Lefler Osborne, 99, El Dorado Springs, passed away on April 28, 2011, at Christian Healthcare in Nevada. Louis was born June 5, 1911, in Jasper County, IN, the son of Estel F. Osborne and Vera Lefler Osborne.

On Feb. 14, 1934, Louie married Frances M. Hurt. He always said this date sure helped him remember his wedding anniversary. Louie and Frances moved to Indiana in 1935 and returned to El Dorado Springs in 1947. Frances passed away June 19, 2001, after 67 years of marriage.

Louie loved El Dorado Springs and all of his family and friends. He especially loved the Park in El Dorado Springs where he was caretaker for many years. Louie also supported the Pops Museum in El Dorado Springs both monetarily and with photos.
His special humor was well known to all who knew him.

Louie and Frances were long time members of the Presbyterian Church in El Dorado Springs. Louie loved the Lord and would tell this to all he knew. He told relatives many times that all he wanted was to go to sleep and wake up in heaven with Frances and other loved ones.

Preceding Louie in death were his parents; his loving step-mother, Janet Miller Osborne; his wife, Frances; his sister, Mary Geraldine; and his brother, Raymond Dean Osborne.

Surviving are his niece, Deanna Osborne Pugsley, and husband, Chris, of England; a nephew, Edward Ernest Osborne, of Sidney, Australia; great nieces and nephews; cousins, and many friends, including Leora Van Bummel and family who loved Louie and made him a part of their family.

Graveside services were held Monday, May 2, in El Dorado Springs City Cemetery with Rev. Brent Bland officiating. Arrangements were under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the El Dorado Springs City Cemetery.
Online condolences may be left at: www.blandhackleman.com.

Walter Wayne Gigax

Wayne Gigax, 75, of Marshfield, passed away April 28, 2011, in a Springfield hospital. He was born Sept. 26, 1935, in Protection, KS, the son of William Paul and Alma Marie Gigax.

Wayne graduated in the class of 1953 from El Dorado Springs High School. He was class president during his senior year. He was a big part of the football and basketball teams. He had a role in the junior class play on March 28, 1952.

Wayne attended many of the class of 1953 reunions over the years and could be found at many of the ElDo picnics.

Wayne’s occupation was insurance sales and helping others with their financial needs. He built his own house in Marshfield after retirement and had a large garden from which he supplied the Marshfield and Conway Senior Centers with fresh vegetables
during the summer growing season. (from the 2003 class reunion book)

In January 2011, Wayne was diagnosed with leukemia and was being treated with chemotherapy at the time of his death. Cremation services were provided by Fraker Funeral Home, Marshfield. He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters.

He was married May 28, 1960. Survivors include his wife, Frances, and three children. A private family memorial service was held at the home in Marshfield.

Wayne’s sister, Janet (Gigax) Richards, also survives. On April 30, 2011, she was invited to meet with a group of Wayne’s classmates and friends at McDonald’s in El Dorado Springs for a time of memorial, sharing fond memories of a brother, classmate and friend.

Wednesday, April 27, 2011

James William Heath

James William Heath, 83, of El Dorado Springs, the son of William Clay and Pernia Cathern (McKinley) Heath, was born Jan. 20, 1928, in Schell City, and passed from this life on April 27, 2011 at his home.

James attended Stony Point School near Schell City and a short time later started working with Monk Wallen on the railroad. James worked several construction jobs throughout his life – for a time he worked on the pipeline in Iowa, then worked for General Motors in Kansas City, always keeping Schell City as his home base. It was while working with Roy Mosher that he learned to run a dozer and he continued that work for most of his life. James never really retired as he continued to work for Custom Dozing until just about three years ago when his health no longer permitted.

In 1950 James was united in marriage to Bonnie Davis, and then later in 1988 he married Avelina Duba Rosales.
James enjoyed woodworking in his spare time and worked on gas engines. He and Avelina attended church regularly and those who knew him well, knew him to be a man of great faith.

Survivors include his wife Avelina, of El Dorado Springs; two sons, Jerry Heath of Harwood, and Redeemer Heath of El Dorado Springs; two sisters, Rachel Lee Owen, Schell City, and Flora Bea Allison, and her husband, Dale, Schell City; four grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and many friends.

Services were held Saturday, April 30, 2011, at the First Baptist Church in Scheel City, with Pastor Garald Pugh and Bro. Doug Reynolds officiating. Pallbearers were Larry Applegate, Frank Carlton, Fred Carlton, Bill McKinney, Buddy McKinney, Rob McKinney and Donny McKinney. Interment was in the Taberville Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to a fund for Redeemer Heath in care of the Farmers State Bank in Schell City.

Arrangements for Mr. Heath were entrusted to the Lewis-Hoagland Funeral Home in Schell City.

Thursday, April 21, 2011

Beryl Alene Alexander

Beryl Alene Alexander, 96, Nevada, passed away Thursday, April 21, 2011, at Moore-Few Care Center, Nevada, following a brief illness. She was born Sept. 2, 1914, in Metz, to Frank Everett Brown an d Lanora Belle Rider Brown. She was married February 24, 1934, in Metz to John Carson Alexander and he preceded her in death February 13, 1995.

Mrs. Alexander was born and grew up on a farm in Metz and spent virtually her entire life in Vernon County. She graduated from Metz High School and played on the basketball team there. She was very much a part of her husband’s successful trucking business and later their cattle raising and farming business. She greatly enjoyed the contact she had with her co-workers, friends and neighbors. Beryl was a member of the El Dorado Spring Methodist Church in El Dorado Springs. She spent many enjoyable hours making afghans, quilts and sewing for her daughters and granddaughters. She was an avid reader and endeared her children to reading by reading to them for countless hours.

Survivors include one son, Darrell Alexander, and his wife, Rosemary – Prescott, WI; two daughters, Rebecca Gilmore and her husband, Delmar – Milo, and Linda Alexander-Garza and her husband, Mike – Lone Tree, CO; 13 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, and 10 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; spouse; one grandchild, Kenny Gilmore, one great-grandchild, Michael Gilmore, one great-great-grandchild, Jasper Bennett; and one sister, Esther Brown-Snyder.

Services were held at 10 a.m., Monday, April 25, and Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada, with Patty Smith officiating. Interment followed at Fairview-Rider Cemetery, Rich Hill.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Fairview-Rider Cemetery in care of Ferry Funeral Home, 301 S. Washington, Nevada, MO 64772.

You may view obituary and send condolences on line at www.ferryfuneralhome.com

Tuesday, April 19, 2011

Arnold Lee Lloyd


Arnold Lee Lloyd, 60, was born Aug. 17, 1950, in Red Bud, IL, to Barnie Elmer and Emza Catherine (Sweet) Lloyd. He passed away April 19, 2011, Kansas City (MO) Veterans Hospital.

Arnold proudly served his country in the US Army.
On Dec. 25, 1976, he was united in marriage to Patricia Jane Wainwright. To this union three sons were born - Arnold Lee Lloyd II, Patrick Wain, and Don Matthew.

Arnold loved the outdoors and enjoyed fishing and hunting. He worked 24 years at FRAM Automotive Industries in Nevada.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Barnie and
Emza Lloyd; brothers, George Lloyd, James Lloyd and Robert Lloyd.

Arnold is survived by his loving wife, Patricia, of the home; his sons - Arnold Lee Lloyd II, El Dorado Springs, Patrick Wain Lloyd and wife, Shanda, Colorado and Don Matthew Lloyd, Walker; a grandson, Griffin Lloyd; brothers - Clarence Lloyd, Marvin Lloyd, Charles Lloyd and Joe Lloyd; sister, JoAnn Lloyd; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Family suggests contributions to be made to the Arnold Lee Lloyd Memorial

Services were held Tuesday, May 3, at Sheldon Funeral Home with Bro. Ray Dean Scism officiating and military honors by the National Guard Mike Team. Music was
“Take It To The Lord In Prayer” and”“The Old Rugged Cross”.

Final disposition was cremation. Interment was Tuesday, May 3, in Missouri Veterans Cemetery, Springfield.

Richard G. "Dick Babcock

Richard G. "Dick Babcock,79, El Dorado Springs, Passed away at St. John's Hospital in Springfield on, Tuesday, April 19.

Dick was well known in this area and was Superintendent of Gas Service Company for many years before his retirement.

Survivors include his son, Dave Babcock, and his wife Corinna, Prescott, AZ. Brother, Jim Babcock, and his wife Eve, Carthage. One grandson, Ian Babcock, of Dallas TX.

No services are planned. arrangments under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home, El Dorado Springs

Yuell Lindy Willis

Yuell Lindy Willis, 82, passed away April 19, 2011 in his home in Taberville, Missouri. Yuell was born August 1, 1928 in Essex, to Ira Eldo and Ada Willis.

Yuell is survived by his wife Ellen Willis, his son Kendall Willis of San Jose, CA., his daughter Shari (Willis/Setzer) Hadley, and her husband, Jim Hadley of Bolivar, his grandson Oliver Setzer of Bolivar, and his step-son Biron Miller and his wife Vicki of Fort Leonard Wood.

Visitation will be held at Hill and Son Funeral Home, Appleton City, on Friday, April 22, 2011 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. At Yuell’s request, no funeral or memorial service will be held.

Memorial contributions may be sent to Hospice Compassus.

Saturday, April 16, 2011

Mista Renae Starkey


Mista Renae Starkey, 43, departed this life on Saturday, April 16, at her home in Camdenton after a long battle with breast cancer. She was born May 5, 1967, in Washington, MO, the daughter of Melford and Mary Martin. Mista grew up in Owensville where she attended Owensville Christian Church and graduated from Owensville High School. Mista held degrees from Missouri State University and the University of Missouri – St. Louis.

She was united in marriage to Doug Starkey on May 27, 1989, in Springfield. Mista, Doug and her family lived in the St. Louis area for many years where Mista was a stay-at-home mom, children’s minister, elementary school counselor and librarian. They moved to the Lake of the Ozarks area in 2004 where Mista and Doug were teachers for the Camdenton R-III School District. Mista was the Oakridge Elementary Librarian and was also one of the Hawthorn Elementary Librarians. Mista’s greatest joy in life was spending time with her family, working with kids and sharing her faith.

Throughout her life, Mista displayed her faith by investing her time and energy in the lives of people. In her own quiet way, she was always willing to discuss her breast cancer experience with others as well as share the source of her hope and peaceful optimism.

Mista is survived by her husband of 22 years, Doug; two sons, Skylar and Tristan; one daughter, Gabrielle; parents, Melford and Mary Martin, of Owensville; one sister, Monique Epstein, and her husband, Chris, and their two sons, Zaid and Crew, all of Owensville, and several other relatives and friends. Mista is the daughter-in-law of Gene Starkey of El Dorado Springs.

There will be a’“Celebration of Life” service for Mista Starkey at 5 p.m. Sunday, May 1, in the Camdenton High School Auditorium. From 3 p.m. until the start of the service, there will be a time to offer condolences to the family in the Camdenton High School commons area.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: Starkey Children Education Fund, Camdenton R-III Foundation, P.O. Box 1409, Camdenton, MO 65020

Wednesday, April 13, 2011

James "Jim" Parker Adams

James “Jim” Parker Adams, 69, of El Dorado Springs, passed away April 6, 2011, at St. John’s Regional Health Center in Springfield. He was born into a large family on Aug. 6, 1941, near Caplinger Mills, to Alden and Flossie (Shaw) Adams.

As a young boy, he loved pets after bringing home a stray dog on the end of a rope. He loved to play practical jokes, especially on his sisters and wife—one involved a rubber snake.

On Oct. 16, 1971, he was united in marriage to Charleen Bausch. He loved farming, raising cattle and hogs and row crops. He moved from the farm to El Dorado Springs in the 1980’s. He then worked for Producers Grain as a truck driver until his retirement in 2004.

Jim always planted a garden and always claimed his produce was bigger and better than the grocery stores. He loved his children dearly, as well as his grandchildren. He belonged to the Eagles and enjoyed the various activities—“seeing and being seen.”

Preceding him in death were his parents; a sister, Patty; and an infant daughter, Abbie.

He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Charleen; his three daughters: Anna, Karen, and Katie; one son, Danny; and a son-in-law, Ron Young. Grandchildren include: Dalton, Steven, Erin and Cory, as well as a yet to arrive grandchild. Also surviving are four sisters: Shirley and Nita of Greenfield, Wanda of Iowa, and Regina of Kansas City; and three brothers: John and Lyle of Stockton, and Wayne of Texas. Jim will be missed by all.

Services were held Saturday, April 9, 2011, at Bland-Hackleman Chapel with Rev. Brent Bland officiating. Interment followed in Caplinger Mills Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home. Pallbearers were: Ronnie Leonard, Rodger Culbertson, Clarence Hackleman, Jim Toliver, Oscar Clark and Jack Lady.

Online condolences may be left at: www.blandhackleman.com.

Sunday, April 10, 2011

Mildred Alene (Jones) Cartwright



Mildred Alene (Jones) Cartwright, 78, Stockton, was born Oct. 3, 1932, to Finas and Ethel Jones. She passed away on April 10, 2011, at Community Springs Healthcare with her husband, Robert Homer Cartwright, at her bedside.

Mildred worked as a seamstress at Nellie Don’s, the Shirt Factory, the Shoe Factory, and Hagales Co.


Some of her greatest pleasures in life were her grandchildren, her children, having family get-togethers, fishing, taking and looking at pictures, and spending time with her husband. She lived a good life. She was loving, caring, strong, hardworking and patient. The relationships that she shared with her husband, children, grandchildren, in-laws, friends and neighbors were very important to her. But most important was her relationship with God. She always enjoyed preparing food for family dinners, and also enjoyed driving around with her cousin, Eleanor, looking at the leaves changing colors in the fall. Mildred was admired most for her patience, her cooking, how caring she was, and how much she loved her family.

The family believes Mildred would want to be remembered as a God-fearing Christian, as one who tried to live her life in a way that was pleasing to God, and as expressing great love for her family. Mildred told a story about when she was a girl and her dad took her down to Turkey Creek where she caught her first fish, a small perch, that they took home and cooked for dinner. She also talked about wading in the creek with her sister and how the fish would come and nibble at their legs and their feet. On another occasion, her son, Mike, found a baby squirrel which she nursed to health and loved.

Mildred was preceded in death by her parents, Finas and Ethel Jones; a sister, Cleta May, and two infant siblings who passed shortly after birth.

Survivors include her husband Robert Homer Cartwright of the home; three sons - Robert H. Cartwright Jr. and wife - Stephanie and Ronald Eugene Cartwright and wife – Dolores - all of El Dorado Springs, and Michael Ewing Cartwright and wife – Denise - Nevada; and 11 grandchildren - Dominic, Shelby, Alexis, Adrianna, Abbigail, Wayne, Wyatt, Laylee, Ashlie, Bradley and Cailey.
Services will begin at 10 a.m. Wednesday, April 13, at Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home, with visitation from 9 a.m. until service time. Bro. Everett Smith will officiate. Interment will follow in Hazel Dell Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Dominic Rogers, Wayne Cartwright, Wyatt Cartwright, Bradley Cartwright, Mark White, George Cunningham and Wendell Allen.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Hazel Dell Cemetery and left at the funeral home.
Online condolences may be left at: www.blandhackleman.com.