Theodore S. (Scottie) Elliott, 83, El Dorado Springs, passed away at his home on Dec. 28, 2010. He was born Dec. 21, 1927, to Frank and Cora Lee (Loftin) Elliott of Roscoe.
He married Lena M. Lambrecht on Nov. 30, 1956. One son, James Kent, was born to the couple. Scottie remained on the family farm where he was born and raised until health reasons forced him to retire in 1999.
He served two years in the service during the Korean War and was a lifetime VFW member. He worked as a St. Clair Co. Commissioner for 10 years.
Scottie worked for the C.M. Pasley Auction Company from early high school days.
He especially enjoyed the fall of the year when he quail hunted with his father and brothers, Ralph and Eugene. He enjoyed reading and working crossword puzzles and spending time at the library and playing cards and taking long drives through the country.
He was preceded in death by his son, James Kent; his parents; brother, Eugene; sister, Fae, and an infant brother.
He is survived by his wife, Lena - of the home; a brother, Ralph Elliott and wife, Fern - Lowry City; a special brother in-law, Frank Lambrecht - El Dorado Springs; a special sister in-law, Lois Hill and husband, Ray, Excelsior Springs; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Services were held Friday, Dec. 31, in the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel in Osceola with Greg Mangum officiating. Music was Precious Memories, One Day At A Time and Amazing Grace by Richard Sunderwirth and Gail Ingle. Interment was in the Osceola Cemetery.
Casketbearers were - Byron Wheeler, Jimmie Brown, Brett Shelby, Greg Hooper, Albert Mallicoat and Jack Wallace. Honorary casketbearers were - Bob Harper, Ray Higgins, Dick Kiefer, Luke Mathews, Jim Kottwitz, John Stutesman, Dale Pasley, Lynn Gardner, Bill Quessenberry and Charles Kincaid.
Funeral arrangements were under the direction of the Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home in Osceola.
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
Monday, December 27, 2010
Kenneth Clark Ayers
Kenneth Clark Ayers, 74, longtime resident of Owasso, OK, died Monday, Dec. 27, 2010, in Tulsa, OK. He was born on June 9, 1936, in Walker, to Oren Dale and Zola Mae (Clark) Ayers.
He was reared and educated in Walker and graduated with the Walker High School Class of 1954. He continued his education at Fort Scott Junior College in Fort Scott, KS. He was a veteran of the armed forces having served his country honorably with the United States Army.
He was married on May 2, 1961, in Elizabethtown, KY, to Mazie Steincross. Ken spent most of his working life as a cigar salesman. He and Mazie moved to the Owasso, OK, area in 1976 where they raised their family. He enjoyed a variety of pastimes including hunting, playing cards, spending time with his family and friends and especially golfing.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Loving family members include: his wife of over 49 years, Mazie; two daughters and sons-in-law, Gwen and her husband, Mike Walker - Ovilla, TX, and Kari and her husband, Scott Levy - Frisco, TX; one son and daughter-in-law, Kendell and his wife, Michelle Ayers - Yukon, OK; four grandchildren –Austin, Averi, Collin and Cameron; one brother and sister-in-law, Keith and his wife, Beverly Ayers – Nevada.
A memorial service was held Friday, Dec. 31, with Dub Steincross and Pastor Andrew Rankin officiating, followed by committal services and interment were held at Lone Elm Cemetery in Rogers County, OK.
Memorial contributions in memory of Kenneth Clark Ayers may be made to the Rejoice Christian School Golf Team, Attn: Wally Poplin/Joyce Deason, 12200 East 86th Street North, Owasso, OK 74055.
Arrangements and services were entrusted to Mowery Funeral Service, Owasso, OK.
He was reared and educated in Walker and graduated with the Walker High School Class of 1954. He continued his education at Fort Scott Junior College in Fort Scott, KS. He was a veteran of the armed forces having served his country honorably with the United States Army.
He was married on May 2, 1961, in Elizabethtown, KY, to Mazie Steincross. Ken spent most of his working life as a cigar salesman. He and Mazie moved to the Owasso, OK, area in 1976 where they raised their family. He enjoyed a variety of pastimes including hunting, playing cards, spending time with his family and friends and especially golfing.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Loving family members include: his wife of over 49 years, Mazie; two daughters and sons-in-law, Gwen and her husband, Mike Walker - Ovilla, TX, and Kari and her husband, Scott Levy - Frisco, TX; one son and daughter-in-law, Kendell and his wife, Michelle Ayers - Yukon, OK; four grandchildren –Austin, Averi, Collin and Cameron; one brother and sister-in-law, Keith and his wife, Beverly Ayers – Nevada.
A memorial service was held Friday, Dec. 31, with Dub Steincross and Pastor Andrew Rankin officiating, followed by committal services and interment were held at Lone Elm Cemetery in Rogers County, OK.
Memorial contributions in memory of Kenneth Clark Ayers may be made to the Rejoice Christian School Golf Team, Attn: Wally Poplin/Joyce Deason, 12200 East 86th Street North, Owasso, OK 74055.
Arrangements and services were entrusted to Mowery Funeral Service, Owasso, OK.
Sunday, December 26, 2010
Clarence 'Les' Greenstreet
Clarence “Lester” Greenstreet, 74, passed away surrounded by family at his home in Stockton on Dec. 26, 2010. Les is survived by his wife, Carol Greenstreet, who has been faithfully by his side for over 52 years.
Les was born in El Dorado Springs, on April 15, 1936, to Clarence and Catherine Greenstreet, the oldest of four siblings.
After graduating from El Dorado Springs High School in 1954, he chose to serve his country by enlisting in the U.S. Air Force which moved him to Alaska where he fell in love with both the state and Carol Frary. The two were married in the summer of 1958 and began homesteading in the Matanuska Valley of Alaska. Les and Carol spent 43 years in Alaska, interspersed with 10 years at various times in Cedar County, the only other place he considered home.
In 1962, Les began a close relationship with Jesus Christ. He lived his life as an example and never wavered in his faith. Les was the patriarch of his family and could always be counted on for sound advice. During his final days on earth he made it known that he was at peace and ready to go home to be with his savior.
Les loved to restore antique tractors and was a member of both the Antique Power Club of Alaska and the Alaska Transportation and Industry Museum.
Les and Carol have six sons and two daughters - Russ and Deana Greenstreet - Loveland, CO; Scott and Christine Greenstreet - Aurora, IL; Dean and Kathy Greenstreet - McHenry, IL; Darrel Greenstreet - Palmer, AK; Billy and Carol Greenstreet - Homer, AK, Catherine and Shem Mabongor - Jenja, Uganda, Africa; Donna and Duke Ballard - Palmer, AK, and Andy and Trish Greenstreet - Palmer, AK. He enjoyed each of his 34 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.
He is survived by two brothers, David and Mowee Greenstreet - Little Rock, AR, Bob and Pat Greenstreet - El Dorado Springs; and a sister, Dorothy and Tom Fletcher of Enid, OK.
Viewing was held at Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home in El Dorado Springs between 6-7 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 29. Services will begin at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 30, at Glad Tidings Assembly of God Church in Greenfield with Rev. Ron Dykes officiating. Interment will follow at Hazel Dell Cemetery for family members. The family will then receive guests for a celebration at 3 p.m., location to be announced.
Pallbearers will be: Russ Greenstreet, Scott Greenstreet, Dean Greenstreet, Darrel Greenstreet, Billy Greenstreet and Andy Greenstreet.
Arrangements are under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home in El Dorado Springs.
Les was born in El Dorado Springs, on April 15, 1936, to Clarence and Catherine Greenstreet, the oldest of four siblings.
After graduating from El Dorado Springs High School in 1954, he chose to serve his country by enlisting in the U.S. Air Force which moved him to Alaska where he fell in love with both the state and Carol Frary. The two were married in the summer of 1958 and began homesteading in the Matanuska Valley of Alaska. Les and Carol spent 43 years in Alaska, interspersed with 10 years at various times in Cedar County, the only other place he considered home.
In 1962, Les began a close relationship with Jesus Christ. He lived his life as an example and never wavered in his faith. Les was the patriarch of his family and could always be counted on for sound advice. During his final days on earth he made it known that he was at peace and ready to go home to be with his savior.
Les loved to restore antique tractors and was a member of both the Antique Power Club of Alaska and the Alaska Transportation and Industry Museum.
Les and Carol have six sons and two daughters - Russ and Deana Greenstreet - Loveland, CO; Scott and Christine Greenstreet - Aurora, IL; Dean and Kathy Greenstreet - McHenry, IL; Darrel Greenstreet - Palmer, AK; Billy and Carol Greenstreet - Homer, AK, Catherine and Shem Mabongor - Jenja, Uganda, Africa; Donna and Duke Ballard - Palmer, AK, and Andy and Trish Greenstreet - Palmer, AK. He enjoyed each of his 34 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.
He is survived by two brothers, David and Mowee Greenstreet - Little Rock, AR, Bob and Pat Greenstreet - El Dorado Springs; and a sister, Dorothy and Tom Fletcher of Enid, OK.
Viewing was held at Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home in El Dorado Springs between 6-7 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 29. Services will begin at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 30, at Glad Tidings Assembly of God Church in Greenfield with Rev. Ron Dykes officiating. Interment will follow at Hazel Dell Cemetery for family members. The family will then receive guests for a celebration at 3 p.m., location to be announced.
Pallbearers will be: Russ Greenstreet, Scott Greenstreet, Dean Greenstreet, Darrel Greenstreet, Billy Greenstreet and Andy Greenstreet.
Arrangements are under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home in El Dorado Springs.
Saturday, December 25, 2010
Clifford Eugene Harding Jr.
lifford Eugene Harding Jr. 77, was born Aug. 1, 1933, to Clifford Sr. and Elsie (Christian) Harding. He passed away Dec. 25, 2010.
Clifford grew up in Missouri and graduated from the El Dorado Springs High School.
He was preceded in death by his parents; a baby brother, Raymond Roy Harding; and a sister, Barbara Nikodim.
Cliff is survived by his children – Phillip, Eric and Robin, Marty and Stacy, Michelle and Jose and Katherine and Mike; grandchildren – Jacob, Renee, Sharon, Denny, Danny, Julia, Susan, Matthew, Michael, Serena, Krystal and Desiree; great-grandchildren – Gavin, Logan, Nathan, Hannah and Kyle; and one sister, Clara Koca; nieces; nephews; great-nieces and great-nephews and many friends.
Graveside services and burial were held Jan. 10 in Virgil Cemetery with Rev. James Coleman and great-niece, Lara Koca, officiating.
Clifford grew up in Missouri and graduated from the El Dorado Springs High School.
He was preceded in death by his parents; a baby brother, Raymond Roy Harding; and a sister, Barbara Nikodim.
Cliff is survived by his children – Phillip, Eric and Robin, Marty and Stacy, Michelle and Jose and Katherine and Mike; grandchildren – Jacob, Renee, Sharon, Denny, Danny, Julia, Susan, Matthew, Michael, Serena, Krystal and Desiree; great-grandchildren – Gavin, Logan, Nathan, Hannah and Kyle; and one sister, Clara Koca; nieces; nephews; great-nieces and great-nephews and many friends.
Graveside services and burial were held Jan. 10 in Virgil Cemetery with Rev. James Coleman and great-niece, Lara Koca, officiating.
Chlora Nadine Curry
Chlora Nadine Curry, 82, El Dorado Springs, passed away Dec. 25, 2010, at her home. She was born Aug. 15, 1928, to George Brakebill and Freeda Mae (Bradshaw) Brakebill in Lebanon.
Nadine attended school and graduated high school in Richland where she was active in sports and cheerleading and was homecoming queen.
She married Howard A. Howell in 1948. While living in California, she met and later married Jim L. Curry in 1977. They moved to El Dorado Springs in 1981 and were in the business of long-term residential care, including owning Resthaven, since 1982. She enjoyed her family, cooking and reading.
Nadine was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Jim Curry; and four brothers: George Brakebill, Jim Brakebill, and two who died in infancy.
Survivors include her daughter, Carolyn Whitesell and husband, K. Lee - El Dorado Springs; sons - Ronald A. Howell and wife, Yvonne - Walker, Gary L. Howell - Las Vegas, NV, and Larry B. Howell - Kansas City, MO; five grandchildren - Kimberly Ramage and husband, Bill, Chad Whitesell, Holly Murdock and husband, David, Adam Howell, and Jeremiah Howell; 11 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Paul Brakebill and Avery Brakebill, and other relatives and friends.
A memorial service will begin at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 2, 2011, in Bland-Hackleman Chapel under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
Wednesday, December 22, 2010
Bonnie J. Noblitt
Bonnie J. Noblitt, 72, Bolivar, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2010. She was born Jan. 5, 1938, in Vernon County to Russell and Reba (Miller) Ingram.
She was united in marriage to Lowell Noblitt Jan. 30, 1956, and to this union four children were born.
She is a member of the Mt. View Missionary Baptist Church. She enjoyed quilting, was an excellent seamstress and she loved spending time with her grandchildren. She was dedicated to her faith and church. She will be greatly missed.
She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Stanley Ingram; and a sister-in-law, Carol Ann Ingram. She passed away on the 40th anniversary of the death of her father.
She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Lowell Noblitt, of the home; four children - Cheryl Fast and her husband, Gene - Bolivar, Dennis Noblitt and his wife, Donna - Bolivar, Randall Noblitt - Bolivar, and Paul Noblitt and his wife, Valerie - Bolivar; 15 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; one sister-in-law, Doris Ingram - Springfield; two brothers, Bill Ingram and his wife, Joyce - Goodson and Jerry Ingram - Brighton; a sister, Murnie Fast and her husband, Pete - El Dorado Springs; Long, Gough and Boultinghouse cousins in the El Dorado Springs area, as well as a host of other relatives and friends.
Services were held Monday, Dec. 27, at Pitts Chapel with Bro’s. Jerry Crain and Bobby Budd officiating. Burial followed in Payne Cemetery in Polk.
Pallbearers were her grandsons - Jeremy Fast, Josh Fast, Dustin Noblitt, Austin Wells, David Noblitt, Markus Noblitt, Jacob Noblitt and Jonathan Noblitt. Honorary pallbearers were her granddaughters - Amy Baker, Rachel Noblitt, Anna Lea Fast, Ashley Brown, Amanda Fast, Riley Azevedo and Hannah Noblitt. Memorial contri-butions may be made to the Mt. View Missionary Baptist Church, or the American Cancer Society.
She was united in marriage to Lowell Noblitt Jan. 30, 1956, and to this union four children were born.
She is a member of the Mt. View Missionary Baptist Church. She enjoyed quilting, was an excellent seamstress and she loved spending time with her grandchildren. She was dedicated to her faith and church. She will be greatly missed.
She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Stanley Ingram; and a sister-in-law, Carol Ann Ingram. She passed away on the 40th anniversary of the death of her father.
She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Lowell Noblitt, of the home; four children - Cheryl Fast and her husband, Gene - Bolivar, Dennis Noblitt and his wife, Donna - Bolivar, Randall Noblitt - Bolivar, and Paul Noblitt and his wife, Valerie - Bolivar; 15 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; one sister-in-law, Doris Ingram - Springfield; two brothers, Bill Ingram and his wife, Joyce - Goodson and Jerry Ingram - Brighton; a sister, Murnie Fast and her husband, Pete - El Dorado Springs; Long, Gough and Boultinghouse cousins in the El Dorado Springs area, as well as a host of other relatives and friends.
Services were held Monday, Dec. 27, at Pitts Chapel with Bro’s. Jerry Crain and Bobby Budd officiating. Burial followed in Payne Cemetery in Polk.
Pallbearers were her grandsons - Jeremy Fast, Josh Fast, Dustin Noblitt, Austin Wells, David Noblitt, Markus Noblitt, Jacob Noblitt and Jonathan Noblitt. Honorary pallbearers were her granddaughters - Amy Baker, Rachel Noblitt, Anna Lea Fast, Ashley Brown, Amanda Fast, Riley Azevedo and Hannah Noblitt. Memorial contri-butions may be made to the Mt. View Missionary Baptist Church, or the American Cancer Society.
Monday, December 20, 2010
Evelyn M. Ford
Evelyn M. Ford, 80, El Dorado Springs, passed away Monday, Dec. 20, 2010, at St. John’s Health System in Springfield. She was born on April 19, 1930, in Richmond to Ora Eaton and Roxy (Baker) Eaton.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph William Ford, in March 2007, and by her parents.
Graveside services began at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 22, in White Hall Cemetery in El Dorado Springs, under the direction of the Sheldon Funeral Home of El Dorado Springs.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph William Ford, in March 2007, and by her parents.
Graveside services began at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 22, in White Hall Cemetery in El Dorado Springs, under the direction of the Sheldon Funeral Home of El Dorado Springs.
Thursday, December 16, 2010
James L. Wright
James Leroy Wright, 80, Webb City, passed away Thursday, Dec. 16, 2010, at home following a long illness. James was born Feb. 5, 1930, in Kiowa, KS, to Rollie and Josephine Coberley Wright.
He retired as Master Sergeant from the United States Air Force; he was enlisted from February 1949 to July 31, 1971. He then worked as a master mechanic until his retirement in 1979.
He married Anne Kirkman on Sept. 26, 1951, in England; she passed away in 1995. He married Gladys Alean (Hicks) Mast Wright on May 17, 1977, in Stockton. She survives.
Additional survivors include: three sons - Matthew Wright and his wife, Yolanda - Kempner, TX, Clifford Wright and his wife, Theresa - Clearwater, FL, and James Wright and his wife, Kathy - Cocoa Beach, FL; two stepsons, Lonnie Mast and his wife, Linda - Wichita, KS, and Don Mast - El Sorante, CA; two daughters, Olive Talley and her husband, Steve - Webb City, and Stella Miller and her husband, Robert - Izora, TX; four brothers - Edmond Wright - Wilmington, IL, Gerald Wright and Richard Wright - both of Shell Knob, and David Wright - Santa Clarita, CA; three sisters - Bertha Jo Ray and her husband, Mendon - Joplin, Betty A. Comstock - Webb City, and Florine Miller - Leawood, KS; 19 grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents and two grandchildren Jessica Anne Wright and Mary Martha Talley.
Services were held Monday at Mason-Woodard Chapel. Lonnie Mast officiated. Those gentlemen serving as pallbearers were - Mendon Ray, Jerry Comstock, T.J. Ray, Steve Talley, Raymond Talley and Robert Miller. Burial was in the El Dorado Springs Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Arrangements are under the direction of Mason Woodard Mortuary of Joplin and Webb City.
He retired as Master Sergeant from the United States Air Force; he was enlisted from February 1949 to July 31, 1971. He then worked as a master mechanic until his retirement in 1979.
He married Anne Kirkman on Sept. 26, 1951, in England; she passed away in 1995. He married Gladys Alean (Hicks) Mast Wright on May 17, 1977, in Stockton. She survives.
Additional survivors include: three sons - Matthew Wright and his wife, Yolanda - Kempner, TX, Clifford Wright and his wife, Theresa - Clearwater, FL, and James Wright and his wife, Kathy - Cocoa Beach, FL; two stepsons, Lonnie Mast and his wife, Linda - Wichita, KS, and Don Mast - El Sorante, CA; two daughters, Olive Talley and her husband, Steve - Webb City, and Stella Miller and her husband, Robert - Izora, TX; four brothers - Edmond Wright - Wilmington, IL, Gerald Wright and Richard Wright - both of Shell Knob, and David Wright - Santa Clarita, CA; three sisters - Bertha Jo Ray and her husband, Mendon - Joplin, Betty A. Comstock - Webb City, and Florine Miller - Leawood, KS; 19 grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents and two grandchildren Jessica Anne Wright and Mary Martha Talley.
Services were held Monday at Mason-Woodard Chapel. Lonnie Mast officiated. Those gentlemen serving as pallbearers were - Mendon Ray, Jerry Comstock, T.J. Ray, Steve Talley, Raymond Talley and Robert Miller. Burial was in the El Dorado Springs Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Arrangements are under the direction of Mason Woodard Mortuary of Joplin and Webb City.
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Virginia Binder
Virginia May (Bartkoski) Binder, 58, El Dorado Springs, passed away Dec. 15, 2010. She was born Feb. 3, 1952, to Joe and Betty Bartkoski in Nevada. Virginia was the third child born in a family of 15 children.
Virginia excelled in high school sports as well as academics and graduated from Alhambra High School in Phoenix, AZ, in 1970. She met her husband, Craig, in 1967 in Phoenix and they were married in March 1971. She graduated from Respiratory Therapy School in 1971 and worked at Saint Joseph’s hospital after graduation until the birth of her daughter, Donna, in
November 1973. She welcomed the birth of her son, Chris, on her mother’s birthday, Oct. 4, 1976.
The family moved to El Dorado Springs in August 1978. Virginia worked in the El Dorado Springs area at C&H Motel, the nursing home, Quality Products and several other’“odd jobs” around town. Virginia was mostly a giving person who thought of others. She had a great love for people and was fun to be around. She especially loved her grandchildren - Travis, Hayden, Jet and Mason. Virginia was a member of St. Elizabeth’s Catholic Church.
Virginia was preceded in death by her parents, Joe and Betty, and one brother, Jeff.
Survivors include: her daughter, Donna Marie (Eric) Tofte - Glendale, AZ; her son, Christopher Charles (Jennifer) Binder - Avondale, AZ; four grandchildren - Travis, Hayden and Jet Tofte and Mason Binder; two brothers: Tom (Linda) Bartkoski, and Ed Bartkoski; 11 sisters - Pat (Dale) Many, Barbara (Bill) Jessup, Margaret (Sevey) Sherman, Beverly (Dave) Schroeder, Jodi (Dave) Cauthon, Rosemary (Larry) Turner, Eileen Gooden, Kathy (Melvin) Porter, Carolyn (Dan) Crisp, Becky (Kevin) Collins and Betty Jo Convery; Virginia’s friend, Mark Blinzler; many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins and her many friends and caregivers, including those at Residential Care and Northwood Hills.
Services were held Saturday, Dec. 18, at Bland-Hackleman Chapel. Fr. Basil Doan officiated. Musical selections were I’ll Fly Away, I Can Only Imagine and Amazing Grace. Interment followed in Mt. Vernon Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home. Pallbearers were Virginia’s nephews.
Clemit C. Casey
Clemit C. Casey, 82, the son of Olin and Agnes Casey, was born on Sept. 25, 1928, and graduated from this life on Dec. 15, 2010.
On May 11, 1952, he married his lifelong sweetheart, Doris, or as he affectionately referred to her - “Punk.” Their love would
be a love for the ages and their home would be a haven for the entire family.
Clemit and Doris had two sons: Mick Casey of Forsyth and Dr. Rick Casey of El Dorado Springs. Clemit’s sons were his pride and joy and he constantly spoke about them. Clemit had three grandchildren - Patrick of Santa Monica, CA, Sarah of Ft. Bragg, N. C., and Scott of El Dorado Springs. Clemit and his grandchildren were extremely close and they will miss him every day until they see him again.
Clemit also loved his four great-grandchildren - Taylor, Trey, Taryn and Talon, who always lit up his face with a smile.
Clemit leaves behind his brother, Curmit, of Overland Park, KS, whom he loved dearly and his sister, Wanda, of El Dorado Springs, who stood by his side until the end.
Clemit was raised in the Blackjack community in St. Clair County and lived there until he took a job working for General Motors in 1947. He was drafted into the Army in 1950 during the Korean War and spent two years as a paratrooper.
In 1952 he became the assistant plant manager of the Parts Department of General Motors in Lenexa, KS, a position he held for over 28 years.
Upon retiring, he moved to El Dorado Springs and bought a restaurant which became Casey’s Honey Bee Restaurant. He spent over 26 years enjoying thousands of customers telling stories, serving pie and making each customer feel special.
Clemit was a lifelong member of the Church of God (Holiness). He was a devout Christian and always made sure to have his Bible near. On his final days on earth, he made sure that it was known that he was ready to go and he had his peace.
Clemit was so thankful for all the loving care that he received from so many, including his daughter-in-law, Karen, and sister, Wanda.
Clemit was the patriarch of his family and always had the best advice or a clever saying to make you smile.
He leaves behind a multitude of friends, family, wonderful memories and a legacy of love that will endure for eternity.
Services were held on Saturday, Dec. 18, at the El Dorado Springs Church of God (Holiness). Rev. Joe Trussell and Rev. Brent Bland officiated. Patrick Casey, Barry Witt and Larry Oehring provided music. Interment followed in El Dorado Springs City Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home. Pallbearers were - Scott Casey, Chuck Gruver, Randy L. Bland, Randy E. Bland, C. E. Hackleman and Lester Burres. Honorary pallbearers were: Gerald Bland, Junior Bland, W. D. Eason and Gene Norman.
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
Jackie L. Warren
Jackie Lee Warren, 58, Nevada, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2010. He was born in Nevada, on July 25, 1952, to Edsel F. and Ruth (Hart) Warren. His grandparents were Chester and Ruby Hart and Ben and Sarah Warren.
Jackie and his parents moved to California in 1955 and he was drafted out of high school into the Marine Corp. He served for three years during the Vietnam War. He was later employed by the Elk Grove School District until his previous exposure to Agent Orange made him too sick to work.
Jackie then lived in Montana and Wyoming for 20 years before deciding to move home to Nevada one year ago.
Jackie is survived by his mother, Ruth Danner, of Nevada, and other relatives and friends.
Graveside services were held on Friday, Dec. 17, at Clintonville Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
Jackie and his parents moved to California in 1955 and he was drafted out of high school into the Marine Corp. He served for three years during the Vietnam War. He was later employed by the Elk Grove School District until his previous exposure to Agent Orange made him too sick to work.
Jackie then lived in Montana and Wyoming for 20 years before deciding to move home to Nevada one year ago.
Jackie is survived by his mother, Ruth Danner, of Nevada, and other relatives and friends.
Graveside services were held on Friday, Dec. 17, at Clintonville Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
Monday, December 13, 2010
John M. Williams
John M. Williams, 65, Nevada passed away Monday, Dec. 13, 2010, at his home in Nevada. He was born May 26, 1945, in Aurora, IL, to Russell A. Williams and Nancy M. Latta Williams.
John spent his childhood growing up in California, moving to Missouri with his mother and sister following the death of his father. After settling his mother and sister in El Dorado Springs, he joined the U.S. Air Force. Upon completion of his tour of duty, he returned to Missouri where he spent his adult life living and working in Nevada. He worked for Sohigro (now MFA), Central States Press, Nevada State Hospital and Heartland Hospital.
Survivors include his sister, Bonnie J. Ochs, and her husband, Glenn R. – Nevada; one nephew, Scott R. Fox – Nevada; one niece, Nancy Kellogg, and her husband, Paul – Pittsburg, KS; three great-nephews – Damon Kellogg – Pittsburg, KS, Scott Fox – Ft. Scott, KS, and Samuel Kellogg – Pittsburg, KS; one great-niece, Alaina Kellogg – Pittsburg, KS; two aunts, Mary Williams – Edgewood, NM, and Ruth Latta – El Dorado Springs; and numerous cousins.
A graveside service will begin at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 17, in the El Dorado Springs City Cemetery, following a visitation from 10-11 a.m. at Ferry Funeral Home, 301 S. Washington, Nevada.
Condolences may be sent online at www.ferryfuneral home.com.
John spent his childhood growing up in California, moving to Missouri with his mother and sister following the death of his father. After settling his mother and sister in El Dorado Springs, he joined the U.S. Air Force. Upon completion of his tour of duty, he returned to Missouri where he spent his adult life living and working in Nevada. He worked for Sohigro (now MFA), Central States Press, Nevada State Hospital and Heartland Hospital.
Survivors include his sister, Bonnie J. Ochs, and her husband, Glenn R. – Nevada; one nephew, Scott R. Fox – Nevada; one niece, Nancy Kellogg, and her husband, Paul – Pittsburg, KS; three great-nephews – Damon Kellogg – Pittsburg, KS, Scott Fox – Ft. Scott, KS, and Samuel Kellogg – Pittsburg, KS; one great-niece, Alaina Kellogg – Pittsburg, KS; two aunts, Mary Williams – Edgewood, NM, and Ruth Latta – El Dorado Springs; and numerous cousins.
A graveside service will begin at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 17, in the El Dorado Springs City Cemetery, following a visitation from 10-11 a.m. at Ferry Funeral Home, 301 S. Washington, Nevada.
Condolences may be sent online at www.ferryfuneral home.com.
Arthur R. Koehn
Arthur Koehn, 86, was born on Nov. 2, 1924, to Pete W. and Clara Koehn at Lone Tree, KS, and left this life to be with his Heavenly Father on Dec. 13, 2010.
When he was young, he attended small country grade schools. At age 11, he accepted Jesus Christ as his personal Savior and was baptized.
He was united in marriage to Minnie Kehn on Aug. 11, 1950, at Montezuma, KS. To this union, eight children were born.
Arthur was a life long learner, educating himself in his agriculture business and the world around him. Family vacations emphasized the beauty of nature. He taught them to enjoy God’s creation and give Him praises for all of it.
The family moved from Kansas to Walker in 1959. Arthur was a successful farmer growing corn, soybeans, milo and wheat. He also had a sizable Holstein dairy and was a sales agent for a fertilizer company and a seed company. He worked closely with the Missouri agriculture agents and was progressive in his farming methods. Arthur sold his farm and moved to El Dorado Springs in 1974 where he continued to sell and apply fertilizer for surrounding farmers and raised beef cattle.
Arthur began his ministry by becoming Jr. Church Pastor at Calvary Baptist Church in Nevada. On Oct. 3, 1976, he was ordained into the gospel ministry. He served as pastor to Children’s Church at Calvary Baptist Church in Nevada for 14 years.
After moving to El Dorado Springs, he pastored the First Baptist Church in Caplinger Mills for 20 years. He enjoyed being involved with the community by serving in the Ministerial Alliance, the school board in Walker, the 54 Cruisers and the El Dorado Garden Club.
Arthur loved the Word of God. The Bible was his love and the foundation of his life. He loved it, read it and lived it. Through the Word of God he learned to lean upon the Almighty Savior. In Christ, he found truth, grace and the faith and strength to weather all the storms of life. Every morning and evening Arthur read the Word of God and prayed. His prayers were filled with blessings for his family and friends and great thanksgiving and praise to the God he loved.
He always had a special love for children. He and Minnie poured their love and lives into their children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Their love and sacrifice will be evident in the lives of his descendants for many generations to come. He will be treasured and missed by them and his many friends.
“Some people come into our lives and quickly go. Some stay for a while, leave footprints on our hearts, and we are never, ever the same.” Flavia Weedn
He was preceded in death by his wife, Minnie, and his daughter, Peggy.
He is survived by his seven children – Everett, and wife, Kathy - Kearney, MaDonna, and husband, Phillip Boyd - Hockley, TX, Rosanna, and husband, Kendall Boehs - Mountain Grove, Florene, and husband, Rex Manes - Walker, Christine, and husband, Richard Welsh - Murrieta, CA, Starrleen, and husband, Herb Heinen - Jefferson City, and Arthur Lyle - Flagstaff, AZ.
Services were held Sunday, Dec. 19, at Sheldon Chapel with Rev. Howard McPeak officiating. Music was It Is Well With My Soul, How Great Thou Art and When We All Get To Heaven with song leader Craig Boehs and pianist Phillip Boyd. Interment was in the El Dorado Springs City Cemetery.
Casketbearers were - Mack Johnson, Chan Johnson, Daniel Boyd, Ryan Welsh, Cory Koehn and Tim Heinin.
Arrangements were by Sheldon Funeral Home in El Dorado Springs.
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
Anton Vanzyl
Anton Vanzyl, 41, Schell City, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2010, at Nevada Regional Medical Center in Nevada.
Survivors include his mother, Dalien Vanzyl, of Hartenbos – Cape – South Africa, and his sister, Heleen, also of South Africa, and a host of Schell City friends.
Memorial services will begin at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 17, in the Lewis-Hoagland Funeral Home in Schell City.
Memorials are suggested to a memorial for Mr. Vanzyl’s expenses.
Interment will be in South Africa.
Survivors include his mother, Dalien Vanzyl, of Hartenbos – Cape – South Africa, and his sister, Heleen, also of South Africa, and a host of Schell City friends.
Memorial services will begin at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 17, in the Lewis-Hoagland Funeral Home in Schell City.
Memorials are suggested to a memorial for Mr. Vanzyl’s expenses.
Interment will be in South Africa.
Tuesday, December 7, 2010
Wayne Wesley Bradley
Wayne Bradley, 79, Temple, TX, formerly of El Dorado Springs, died Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2010, in a Temple, TX, nursing center. He was born July 22, 1931, to Bethel and Serena (Duke) Bradley in Wisdom, MO.
He married Carolyn O’Brien in 1980.
Wayne was a member of the Masonic Lodge in Leavenworth, KS, for 51 years. He was a carpenter by trade and, later in his life, he enjoyed raising cattle and training horses full time. He was a member of the Assembly of God Church in Stockton.
He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Carolyn Sue; grandson, Paul; and great granddaughter, Sophie Grace.
He is survived by his wife, Carolyn – Temple, TX; sons, Tony – Weatherford, TX, and Lance - El Dorado Springs; daughters, Marcella – Dallas, TX, and Marilyn - El Dorado Springs; stepson, Patrick – Belton. TX; sister, Laveta Turpin - Colorado Springs, CO; eight grandchildren, many great-grandchildren and many friends.
A memorial service was held Sunday, Dec. 12, at Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Temple, TX, with Rev. Elwyn Johnston officiating. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to: Jailhouse Rock Ministries, P. O. Box 880, Stockton, MO 65785.
Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Temple was in charge of arrangements.
He married Carolyn O’Brien in 1980.
Wayne was a member of the Masonic Lodge in Leavenworth, KS, for 51 years. He was a carpenter by trade and, later in his life, he enjoyed raising cattle and training horses full time. He was a member of the Assembly of God Church in Stockton.
He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Carolyn Sue; grandson, Paul; and great granddaughter, Sophie Grace.
He is survived by his wife, Carolyn – Temple, TX; sons, Tony – Weatherford, TX, and Lance - El Dorado Springs; daughters, Marcella – Dallas, TX, and Marilyn - El Dorado Springs; stepson, Patrick – Belton. TX; sister, Laveta Turpin - Colorado Springs, CO; eight grandchildren, many great-grandchildren and many friends.
A memorial service was held Sunday, Dec. 12, at Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Temple, TX, with Rev. Elwyn Johnston officiating. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to: Jailhouse Rock Ministries, P. O. Box 880, Stockton, MO 65785.
Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Temple was in charge of arrangements.
Agatha Arlene Green
Agatha Arlene Green, 62, Nevada, passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2010, at her home. She was born Aug. 10, 1948, in Halo, TX, to Henry Elton and Muriel Dean Witte.
She married Fred Green in 1993 in Carrabelle, FL, and he preceded her in death in 2006.
Agatha lived in Texas until moving to Missouri at the age of seven. She graduated from Nevada High School in 1966. She lived in Kansas City for a number of years before returning to Nevada where she worked at Farm and Home Savings, Nevada State Hospital and 3-M from 1983-1992. She lived and worked for Fugate Motors in El Dorado Springs from 1994 to 2008 when she retired.
She was a loving mother and devoted grandmother. She had lived in Nevada for the past three years.
Survivors include her daughter, Lori Coonrod, and her husband, Jeff - Nevada; four grandchildren - Marlina Coonrod, MaLani Coonrod, Dylan Coonrod and Dakota Stigall; one sister, Kay Arbuckle, Carrabelle, FL; one nephew, Shannon Arbuckle, and his wife, Lisa - Excelsior Springs, and one niece, Christy Arbuckle - Orrick.
In addition to her husband, Fred Green, she was preceded in death by one nephew, Dustin Kenneth Arbuckle.
A memorial service was held on Friday, Dec. 10, at Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada, with Dr. William Cox officiating.
She married Fred Green in 1993 in Carrabelle, FL, and he preceded her in death in 2006.
Agatha lived in Texas until moving to Missouri at the age of seven. She graduated from Nevada High School in 1966. She lived in Kansas City for a number of years before returning to Nevada where she worked at Farm and Home Savings, Nevada State Hospital and 3-M from 1983-1992. She lived and worked for Fugate Motors in El Dorado Springs from 1994 to 2008 when she retired.
She was a loving mother and devoted grandmother. She had lived in Nevada for the past three years.
Survivors include her daughter, Lori Coonrod, and her husband, Jeff - Nevada; four grandchildren - Marlina Coonrod, MaLani Coonrod, Dylan Coonrod and Dakota Stigall; one sister, Kay Arbuckle, Carrabelle, FL; one nephew, Shannon Arbuckle, and his wife, Lisa - Excelsior Springs, and one niece, Christy Arbuckle - Orrick.
In addition to her husband, Fred Green, she was preceded in death by one nephew, Dustin Kenneth Arbuckle.
A memorial service was held on Friday, Dec. 10, at Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada, with Dr. William Cox officiating.
Monday, December 6, 2010
Carol Jeanette (Samp) Jones
Carol Jeanette (Samp) Jones, 76, Jasper, departed this life to be with the Lord on Monday, Dec. 6, 2010, at Carthage Health and Rehab after a lengthy illness.
Carol was born March 7, 1934, in Ipswich, SD, to Fred John and Bendena Elizabeth (Schutte) Samp.
She graduated from Ipswich High School in 1952 and then traveled to Missouri to attend Cottey College in Nevada on a music scholarship.
Carol spent a number of years either working or supervising in school cafeterias from Neosho to Butler, ending her career with retirement from the Jasper R-V Schools in 1988.
She married Cecil Edward Jones on June 26, 1953, at Jerico Springs. He preceded her in death on Dec. 23, 2008.
Carol enjoyed her family, her home and helping others in time of need. She loved cooking, sewing, reading and listening to music or playing the piano. She loved playing games and entertaining her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Carol especially loved the Lord and was a true inspiration in the way she served Him. She was saved and baptized in February of 1953 and joined Hazel Dell Missionary Baptist Church southeast of El Dorado Springs. She moved her membership in 1958 to New Hope Missionary Baptist Church in Avilla where she was still an active member.
In addition to her husband, Cecil Edward Jones, Carol was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Howard Samp and Roy Samp.
Carol is survived by three children and their spouses - Sheila and David Smith - Cabot, AR, Cynthia and Lloyd Chapman – Jasper, and Kevin and Robin Jones - Lebanon; a sister and brother-in-law, Gladys and Edward Nelson - San Angelo, TX; a sister-in-law, Beryl Samp - Aberdeen, SD; three grandsons - Robert and Brandi Chapman - Neck City, Jeff Chapman - Jasper, and Randall and Kariann Smith - Ward, AR; three great-grandchildren - Hunter, Gage and Kylie Chapman - Neck City; two nephews, Richard and Diana Heinemeyer - Denver, CO, and Ed Jr. and Patty Nelson - San Antonio, TX; two nieces, Lynn Nelson - Triangle, VA, and Lisa and Philip Cope - Charlotte, NC; and a host of extended family and friends including a sister-in-law, Geneva Miller - Lamar. Locally, Carol is survived by her husband’s brother and sister-in-law, Jerald and Janet Jones; and her husband’s sister, Pauline Bryant.
The family would like to extend a very special thanks to Dr. Chad Wagoner, Carthage Health and Rehab and Regional Hospice of Joplin, for the excellent care Mom received during her illness. They will always hold a very special place in our hearts.
Services were held on Friday, Dec. 10, at Daniel Funeral Home in Lamar. Brother Doyle Mayfield and Brother Norman Highley conducted the service with burial following in Hazel Dell Cemetery southeast of El Dorado Springs.
Memorial contributions are suggested to Regional Hospice in Joplin in care of Daniel Funeral Home.
Carol was born March 7, 1934, in Ipswich, SD, to Fred John and Bendena Elizabeth (Schutte) Samp.
She graduated from Ipswich High School in 1952 and then traveled to Missouri to attend Cottey College in Nevada on a music scholarship.
Carol spent a number of years either working or supervising in school cafeterias from Neosho to Butler, ending her career with retirement from the Jasper R-V Schools in 1988.
She married Cecil Edward Jones on June 26, 1953, at Jerico Springs. He preceded her in death on Dec. 23, 2008.
Carol enjoyed her family, her home and helping others in time of need. She loved cooking, sewing, reading and listening to music or playing the piano. She loved playing games and entertaining her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Carol especially loved the Lord and was a true inspiration in the way she served Him. She was saved and baptized in February of 1953 and joined Hazel Dell Missionary Baptist Church southeast of El Dorado Springs. She moved her membership in 1958 to New Hope Missionary Baptist Church in Avilla where she was still an active member.
In addition to her husband, Cecil Edward Jones, Carol was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Howard Samp and Roy Samp.
Carol is survived by three children and their spouses - Sheila and David Smith - Cabot, AR, Cynthia and Lloyd Chapman – Jasper, and Kevin and Robin Jones - Lebanon; a sister and brother-in-law, Gladys and Edward Nelson - San Angelo, TX; a sister-in-law, Beryl Samp - Aberdeen, SD; three grandsons - Robert and Brandi Chapman - Neck City, Jeff Chapman - Jasper, and Randall and Kariann Smith - Ward, AR; three great-grandchildren - Hunter, Gage and Kylie Chapman - Neck City; two nephews, Richard and Diana Heinemeyer - Denver, CO, and Ed Jr. and Patty Nelson - San Antonio, TX; two nieces, Lynn Nelson - Triangle, VA, and Lisa and Philip Cope - Charlotte, NC; and a host of extended family and friends including a sister-in-law, Geneva Miller - Lamar. Locally, Carol is survived by her husband’s brother and sister-in-law, Jerald and Janet Jones; and her husband’s sister, Pauline Bryant.
The family would like to extend a very special thanks to Dr. Chad Wagoner, Carthage Health and Rehab and Regional Hospice of Joplin, for the excellent care Mom received during her illness. They will always hold a very special place in our hearts.
Services were held on Friday, Dec. 10, at Daniel Funeral Home in Lamar. Brother Doyle Mayfield and Brother Norman Highley conducted the service with burial following in Hazel Dell Cemetery southeast of El Dorado Springs.
Memorial contributions are suggested to Regional Hospice in Joplin in care of Daniel Funeral Home.
Roy Carriker
Roy Carriker, 74, of Houston, TX, passed away at his home on Nov. 30, 2010. He was born in St. Clair County on Oct. 6, 1936, to Walter A. and Helen Carriker.
Roy worked as a mechanic for over 50 years, working in El Dorado Springs for a time before moving to Texas. He enjoyed his work as a heavy truck mechanic for the City of Baytown, TX, for 13 years.
Survivors include three sons - Eric Carriker - El Dorado Springs and Adam Carriker and Merle Carriker - Houston, TX; six grandchildren - Michael, Christopher, Genie, Tiffany, Khrystel and Elora; two foster sons, Steven - Houston, TX and John of Florida; one brother, Wendell Carriker - Houston, TX; three sisters - Velma Boe - Denver, CO, Donna Todd - of Missouri and
Connie Chapman - Osceola; and other relatives and friends.
Memorial services will begin at 2 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 9, in Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home in El Dorado Springs. Grady Todd will officiate. Arrangements are under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
Roy worked as a mechanic for over 50 years, working in El Dorado Springs for a time before moving to Texas. He enjoyed his work as a heavy truck mechanic for the City of Baytown, TX, for 13 years.
Survivors include three sons - Eric Carriker - El Dorado Springs and Adam Carriker and Merle Carriker - Houston, TX; six grandchildren - Michael, Christopher, Genie, Tiffany, Khrystel and Elora; two foster sons, Steven - Houston, TX and John of Florida; one brother, Wendell Carriker - Houston, TX; three sisters - Velma Boe - Denver, CO, Donna Todd - of Missouri and
Connie Chapman - Osceola; and other relatives and friends.
Memorial services will begin at 2 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 9, in Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home in El Dorado Springs. Grady Todd will officiate. Arrangements are under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
Sunday, December 5, 2010
Evelyn Marie Chism Esry
Evelyn Marie Chism Esry, 75, was born May 9, 1935, in Bearcreek to Ovie Ray and Willa Tolbert Chism and passed away on Dec. 5, 2010.
She graduated from high school in Stockton in 1952 then furthered her education in Springfield in Business Education. She met the love of her life, James B Esry. They were married March 26, 1955. They enjoyed a life filled with family and friends until his passing on Jan. 22, 2002. To this union five children were born - Gary Esry and wife, Nancy; Kent Esry and wife, Connie; Mark Esry; Cindy Esry and Wendy Esry Davis and husband, Chris - all of El Dorado Springs.
Evelyn was a homemaker, mother and successful career person when it was not that popular. She worked briefly in Kansas City then returned to El Dorado Springs. She worked at the International Shoe Company and helped with the Esry Cafe.
In 1960, she and James founded El Dorado Sales Co. They both worked tirelessly side-by-side to create a profitable and successful business. This was not enough for Evelyn, she then decided to open a western wear store and feed store and also worked for Tri County State Bank until her retirement.
Throughout all her endeavors she still found time to play. The world was Evelyn’s oyster and she was the pearl. Bowling and bowling trips was one of her greatest pleasures and everyone enjoyed her company.
She was a member of the First Baptist Church in El Dorado Springs. She was baptized as a young girl in the river at Bearcreek.
She was not only a Christian but she lived the way a Christian should. The center of her life was her children, grandchildren, great grandkids and her friends.
She was proceeded in death by her husband, James B Esry; her parents, Ovie Ray and Willa Chism; two brothers, Joe and Bill Chism; two sisters, Emma Chism Fidler and Mary Chism Schaaf. Survivors include her five children; 12 grandchildren - Brandon, Brent, Kensey, Devon, Amber, Tiffany, Tabetha, Tanessa, Taryn, Ginelle, Alyssa and Rayden; seven great-grandchildren; one brother, Jim Chism; several nieces and nephews and a host of family and friends.
Services were held Wednesday, Dec. 8, in Sheldon Chapel with Rev. Brent Bland officiating. Special music was What A Day That Will Be and Bridge Over Troubled Waters by Tiffany McGuirk and Just A Closer Walk With Thee by Ginelle Esry. Interment was in Lindley Prairie Cemetery Stockton.
Casketbearers were - Devon Esry, Bennie Brower, Brandon Esry, Brian Brown, Eric McGuirk and R.L. Smith. Honorary casketbearers were - John Stutesman, John Roseman, Herb Daniels and Chip Jennings.
Arrangements were under the direction of Sheldon Funeral Home in El Dorado Springs.
Saturday, December 4, 2010
Ervin Eugene Keith
Ervin Eugene Keith, 66, El Dorado Springs, passed away on Saturday, Dec. 4, 2010, at St. John’s Regional Medical Center in Springfield, following a lengthy illness. He was born on March 26, 1944, in Stockton, to Finis Charles Keith and Haleane Louise Scholler Keith.
He married Sharon Pitts in 2000 and she preceded him in death in 2004.
Ervin grew up in Foster and attended the Foster and Rich Hill Schools. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1961-1964 stationed in the Philippines and Viet Nam.
Ervin worked as a truck driver his whole life and worked for various trucking companies out of Joplin.
He lived in Vernon County for eight years from 1968-1976, then in Joplin, for over 20 years. He had lived in El Dorado Springs, for the past nine years. He was a member of the American Legion.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Finis Keith and Halene Grinner Keith; two brothers, Frank Keith and LeRoy Keith, and four sisters - Mary Bishop, Maxine Baker, Mildred Clemmons and Jean Williams.
Survivors include five children - Roy Lee Keith - El Dorado Springs, Tabitha Keith, Jennette Fields, Sabrina Keith and Ervin Keith, Jr. - all of Joplin; 18 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; four brothers - Clyde Keith - Lowry City, Fred Bishop - Nevada, James Bishop - Joplin and Kenneth Bishop - Woodburn, OR; and two sisters, Frieda Burrows - Muskogee, OK, and Nancy Dirks - Alba.
Memorial services with Military Rites will begin at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 9, at Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada, with Rev. Carl Covey officiating. A private com-mittal service will be held at a later date. Friends may call now and until the hour of service at the funeral home.
Those who wish may contribute to the American Lung Association or the American Cancer Society.
He married Sharon Pitts in 2000 and she preceded him in death in 2004.
Ervin grew up in Foster and attended the Foster and Rich Hill Schools. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1961-1964 stationed in the Philippines and Viet Nam.
Ervin worked as a truck driver his whole life and worked for various trucking companies out of Joplin.
He lived in Vernon County for eight years from 1968-1976, then in Joplin, for over 20 years. He had lived in El Dorado Springs, for the past nine years. He was a member of the American Legion.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Finis Keith and Halene Grinner Keith; two brothers, Frank Keith and LeRoy Keith, and four sisters - Mary Bishop, Maxine Baker, Mildred Clemmons and Jean Williams.
Survivors include five children - Roy Lee Keith - El Dorado Springs, Tabitha Keith, Jennette Fields, Sabrina Keith and Ervin Keith, Jr. - all of Joplin; 18 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; four brothers - Clyde Keith - Lowry City, Fred Bishop - Nevada, James Bishop - Joplin and Kenneth Bishop - Woodburn, OR; and two sisters, Frieda Burrows - Muskogee, OK, and Nancy Dirks - Alba.
Memorial services with Military Rites will begin at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 9, at Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada, with Rev. Carl Covey officiating. A private com-mittal service will be held at a later date. Friends may call now and until the hour of service at the funeral home.
Those who wish may contribute to the American Lung Association or the American Cancer Society.
Elva Frances Crockett
Elva Frances (Brown) Crockett, 93, Lamar, was born Aug. 31, 1917, to Leonard Hurley and Della Frances (Brous) Brown. She went to be with her Lord and Savior on the morning of Dec. 4, 2010, at her home near Lamar.
She was a lifelong resident of rural Lamar except for brief periods of living in Carthage, Joplin, Western Kansas and Pensacola, FL.
Elva attended the Rose Branch School through the eighth grade. On May 14, 1944, she married Ralph Reed Crockett, then a sailor stationed at U.S. Naval Air Station, Bronson Field, Pensacola, FL. The couple celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on May 14, 1994.
Elva gave her life to the Lord during her teen years and was a present member of Bethel Church. She was a devoted housewife and mother who loved her children, her garden and her home. Her last wishes and prayers were for all her children and families to accept Christ and serve Him in a church.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Reed Crockett, on Sept. 26, 1996; a daughter, Dixie Diane, on July 19, 1954; and a son, Dwight Dale Crockett, on Sept. 20, 2006.
Elva is survived by four sons – David Dean and Sharon Crockett, Daniel Gene and Connie Crockett, Donald Dwayne and Donna Crockett, and Darrell Dee and Prisilla Crockett – all of Lamar; a daughter-in-law, Joy Crocket, widow of son, Dwight Dale Crockett; four daughters – Dorothy Darlene and John Dunn – Lansing, KS, Daisy Delia and Darrell Reeder – El Dorado Springs, Delores Deane and Dale Peters and Dora Delle and Cole Rector – of Lamar; 33 grandchildren and 52 great-grandchildren; one brother, James Brown – Lincolnton, NC; two sisters-in-law, Claudine Crockett – Lamar and Esther Brown – Roswell, GA; and many nieces nephews and a host of friends.
Services began at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 8, at Konantz-Warden Funeral Home Chapel in Lamar with Minister Ben Cross officiating. Special music by her granddaughter, Lori Dunn, was Listen To The Mockingbird. Congregational hymns were How Great Thou Art and Amazing Grace.
Interment was in Oak Grove Cemetery in Oakton. Pallbearers were Dwayne Crockett, Davy Crockett, Devin Crockett, Jason
Crockett, Scott Dunn and Matthews Peters.
Arrangements were under the direction of Konantz-Warden Funeral Home in Lamar.
She was a lifelong resident of rural Lamar except for brief periods of living in Carthage, Joplin, Western Kansas and Pensacola, FL.
Elva attended the Rose Branch School through the eighth grade. On May 14, 1944, she married Ralph Reed Crockett, then a sailor stationed at U.S. Naval Air Station, Bronson Field, Pensacola, FL. The couple celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on May 14, 1994.
Elva gave her life to the Lord during her teen years and was a present member of Bethel Church. She was a devoted housewife and mother who loved her children, her garden and her home. Her last wishes and prayers were for all her children and families to accept Christ and serve Him in a church.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Reed Crockett, on Sept. 26, 1996; a daughter, Dixie Diane, on July 19, 1954; and a son, Dwight Dale Crockett, on Sept. 20, 2006.
Elva is survived by four sons – David Dean and Sharon Crockett, Daniel Gene and Connie Crockett, Donald Dwayne and Donna Crockett, and Darrell Dee and Prisilla Crockett – all of Lamar; a daughter-in-law, Joy Crocket, widow of son, Dwight Dale Crockett; four daughters – Dorothy Darlene and John Dunn – Lansing, KS, Daisy Delia and Darrell Reeder – El Dorado Springs, Delores Deane and Dale Peters and Dora Delle and Cole Rector – of Lamar; 33 grandchildren and 52 great-grandchildren; one brother, James Brown – Lincolnton, NC; two sisters-in-law, Claudine Crockett – Lamar and Esther Brown – Roswell, GA; and many nieces nephews and a host of friends.
Services began at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 8, at Konantz-Warden Funeral Home Chapel in Lamar with Minister Ben Cross officiating. Special music by her granddaughter, Lori Dunn, was Listen To The Mockingbird. Congregational hymns were How Great Thou Art and Amazing Grace.
Interment was in Oak Grove Cemetery in Oakton. Pallbearers were Dwayne Crockett, Davy Crockett, Devin Crockett, Jason
Crockett, Scott Dunn and Matthews Peters.
Arrangements were under the direction of Konantz-Warden Funeral Home in Lamar.
Friday, December 3, 2010
Jerry Wayne St.Clair
Jerry Wayne St.Clair, 57, Harwood, passed away at home in his sleep early Friday morning, Dec. 3, 2010. Jerry was born in El Dorado Springs, on Dec. 26, 1952. He graduated from El Dorado Springs High School.
Jerry worked all kinds of jobs. He was a truck driver up until he was disabled. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in El Dorado Springs.
Preceding him in death were: his grandparents, Moris and Emma Redemer; one aunt, Betty Hopewell; and three uncles - Don, Moris and Bob Redemer.
He is survived by his mother, Ruth St.Clair, of the home and other relatives and friends.
Graveside services were held on Monday, Dec. 6, 2010, at the El Dorado Springs City Cemetery. Rev. Ron Marsh officiated.
Arrangements were under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
Pallbearers were - Donnie Beaty, Jackie Beaty, Jessie Beaty and Dick Perry.
Jerry worked all kinds of jobs. He was a truck driver up until he was disabled. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in El Dorado Springs.
Preceding him in death were: his grandparents, Moris and Emma Redemer; one aunt, Betty Hopewell; and three uncles - Don, Moris and Bob Redemer.
He is survived by his mother, Ruth St.Clair, of the home and other relatives and friends.
Graveside services were held on Monday, Dec. 6, 2010, at the El Dorado Springs City Cemetery. Rev. Ron Marsh officiated.
Arrangements were under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
Pallbearers were - Donnie Beaty, Jackie Beaty, Jessie Beaty and Dick Perry.
Thursday, December 2, 2010
Martha Luella Jones
Martha Luella Jones, 80, was born April 15, 1930, in Osceola, to Clarence William and Connie Martha (Leach) Drake and passed away on Dec. 2, 2010.
She graduated from school in Osceola in 1948 and then got her teaching certificate that summer.
Martha met Mason Jones and they were married after one month and 10 days. They were married for 39 years when Mason passed away. To this union seven children were born - Connie, Mason, Jim, John, Clayton, Janice and Randy.
She was a homemaker, always trying to take care of everyone. She took in laundry, baby-sat, cleaned dog kennels and even rolled newspapers for the Buyer’s Guide; anything to help support her family.
Her biggest job was raising seven children, which she did lovingly and firmly - mostly alone because Mason was away working as a steeplejack and a truck driver.
Martha’s greatest joys were her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. She held the family together with true stubbornness.
She was an avid bowler, winning many trophies, plaques and pins. Martha decided to quit when she finally had no choice. Other hobbies she enjoyed included reading books, quilting and crocheting Afghans, baby blankets and prayer blankets. Martha was an active member of the Late Bloomers Red Hat Society.
She loved the Senior Center and everything about it as well. She’s best known for working the front desk and calling bingo. Anytime there was a fundraiser she was in the middle of it. Once she sold over 500 raffle tickets, pestering everybody she knew and a lot she didn’t know. Her only holdout was a young man who later became her grandson. She delivered Meals on Wheels with her best friend, Nina Plaskett. She loved everyone with an open heart, seeing our faults but ignoring them.
Martha was a member of the First Christian Church in El Dorado Springs. She was baptized in Osceola at an early age. Serving on the Diaconette, teaching Youth Sunday School and the nursery for 19 years, the church decided she should be paid. She signed the back of the check and gave it back.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Mason; grandson, Gary Isaacs; great grandson, Jeffery Holiday; brother, Bill Drake; and special friend, Jess Loter.
Martha is survived by her children - Connie Leonard, and husband, John - Harwood, Mason Jones Jr., and wife, Darlene - Princeton, KS, Jim Jones, and wife, Tish - Sumral, MS, John Jones, and wife, Trish - Columbus, MS, Clayton Jones, and wife, Missy - El Dorado Springs, Janice Potter, and husband, Bill – Carthage and Randy Jones, and wife, Tracy - Ghent, KY; siblings, John “Jack” Drake, and wife, Shirley - Potosi, Judy Cline, and husband, Frank - Tonasket, WA, and Linda Dykes, and husband, Leroy - Erick, OK; a stepson, Alfred Jones - Whorton, TX; 27 grand-children; 44 great-grand-children; and nine great-great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
Nothing pleased Martha more than having her family come for visits and to bake peanut butter cookies and zucchini cake and her famous homemade noodles for them. She was surrounded by family at the time of her death.
Services were held Sunday, Dec. 5, in the First Christian Church in El Dorado Springs with Rev. Barbara Minton officiating. Music was Amazing Grace and”Holes In The Floor Of Heaven.
Casketbearers were - Mason Jones III, Justin Whitten, Mason Lee Jones, John Kirkpatrick, Brad Leonard and Rick Delk. Honorary casketbearers were - Tyler Jones, Clayton Jones, Jr. and Adam Horning.
Interment was in Mt. Vernon Cemetery in Dedrick.
Arrangements were by Sheldon Funeral Home El Dorado Springs.
John Ira Bishop
John Ira Bishop, 82, El Dorado Springs, passed away at Community Springs Healthcare in El Dorado Springs on Dec. 2, 2010, just three days short of his 83rd birthday. He was born Dec. 5, 1927, to Finis Bishop and Lilly Henson Bishop in Greenfield. John was raised on a farm southwest of Stockton.
John accepted Jesus as Lord and Savior during a lay renewal at Union Hall Baptist Church on Jan. 27, 1985. He remained a member for the duration of his life. John and Bonnie continued attending church there until his health no longer permitted.
John married Bonnie Lee Butler on July 29, 1950. He often said he had to borrow $5 from his Uncle Yul to get married. From this union one daughter was born, Nelmay June Bishop Vilhauer.
John and Bonnie lived in the Stockton and El Dorado Springs areas all their lives. During his younger days, John would work the Kansas wheat harvest. John worked for several businesses in the area. He was most noted for his years working for
International Shoe Co., working his way to maintenance supervisor. After the plant closed, John worked for the State Hospital in Nevada as a maintenance worker.
In addition to his “day” job, John was always trading calves, farming, building or remodeling houses and cutting wood or logs. He was an avid hunter, fisherman and enjoyed beekeeping.
He was a cook in the Army during the Korean Conflict and so he always had to cook the fish for family meals.
John was preceded in death by his parents, Finis and Lilly Bishop; granddaughter, Stephanie Renee Vilhauer; one sister, Hazel June; and many other uncles, aunts, cousins and brother-in-laws.
Surviving family include his wife, Bonnie Bishop, of the home; daughter, Nelmay Bishop Vilhauer, and husband, Stanley - El Dorado Springs; grandson and wife, John and Molly Vilhauer - Chicago, IL; many cousins and brother-in-laws.
Services were held Sunday, Dec. 5, at Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home in El Dorado Springs with Pastor Brent Bland officiating. Suzanne Gladden and Cassie Sayler provided the music. Interment followed in the El Dorado Springs City Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
Pallbearers were John Vilhauer, Stan Vilhauer, Eber Butler, Chad Butler, Frank Butler and Larry Shearburn. Honorary pallbearers were John Janes, W.D. Eason, Donnie Fletcher, Alvin Dody, Jimmie Nichols and Stevie Barger.
Charles W. Hill
Charles W. Hill, 95, Cherokee, IA, formerly of rural Aurelia, IA, and El Dorado Springs, passed away Thursday morning, Dec. 2, 2010, in the Cherokee Villa Nursing and Rehab Center. Charles was born on Nov. 14, 1915, to Henry and Sophie (Specht) Hill.
He was united in marriage on Dec. 11, 1935, to Mary Frances Barlow in Storm Lake, IA.
He farmed in O’Brien County for a short time and then farmed south of Aurelia, IA, for many years until he moved to Littleton, CO, in 1967 to work for South Suburban Parks and Recreation. He retired in 1981, relocated to El Dorado Springs, MO, and returned to Iowa in 2005.
He was a member of the Zion Lutheran Church in Paullina, El Dorado Springs Municipal Golf Course and the Lions Club in El Dorado Springs. He enjoyed woodworking, golfing, square dancing, trap shooting and was active in church.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary, in 2001; an infant daughter, Marilyn; a brother, Jim Hill, and three sisters - Eleanor Swenson, Arlene Jurgensen and Marjorie Rahbaugh.
He is survived by his five children - Carol Otto, and her husband, Leon - Centennial, CO; Jim Hill, and his special friend, Joyce Leckband - Paullina, IA; David Hill - Kenyon, MN; Dianne Lyons, and her husband, Roy - Middleburg, FL; and Duane Hill - Cherokee, IA; 14 grandchildren, 33 great grandchildren and nine great-great grandchildren.
Services were held on Tuesday, Dec. 7, at the Zion Lutheran Church in Paullina, IA, with Pastor Daniel Wagner officiating. Burial followed in the Afton Township Cemetery in Cherokee, IA, under the direction Boothby Funeral Home in Cherokee, IA.
Online condolences can be left at www.boothbyfuneral. com.
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Thomas William 'Bill' Swopes
Thomas William “Bill” Swopes, 85, El Dorado Springs, was born Aug. 8, 1925, in Peru, KS, to Melvin T. and Goldie M. (Norris) Swopes. He went to meet his Lord early Nov. 30, 2010, at Community Springs Nursing Home in El Dorado Springs where they took excellent care of him for several years. He felt very close to many of his caretakers and enjoyed teasing them.
Bill attended Elementary School in a one-room school building and graduated from Collins High School in 1943. He served in the Army in the Pacific area from 1944-46 and was a corporal when discharged.
Bill married Mary E. Palmer, Aug. 28, 1948. Five children were born to this union - Patricia Evelyn, Thomas Dewayne, Peggy Charlene, Dwight Irvin and Pamela Sue. He later married Mryl White on Dec. 29, 1975.
Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Melvin and Goldie Swopes; both wives, Mary and Mryl; daughter, Pamela Sue Hill; grand-daughters, Holly and Whitney; a grandson, Tyler Swopes, and a sister, Columbine Allen.
He is survived by the other four children - Patricia Evelyn Blankenship - Huntsville, AR, Thomas Dewayne, and wife, Karen - Terre Haute, IN, Dwight Irvin - Terre Haute, IN, Peggy Charlene Willbanks, and husband, Larry - Huntsville, AR; several grandchildren and several great-grandchildren; four brothers - Melvin (Vess) Swopes - El Dorado Springs, Ed, and wife, Debbie - Delta, CO, Leroy, and wife, Dorotha - Appleton City, Jack, and wife, Debbie - Falcon; two sisters, June Coleman - El Dorado Springs and Grace Harold, and husband, Tom - Nevada; a number of nieces and nephews and many friends.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are suggested to the Pleasant Springs Cemetery in care of the Sheldon Funeral Home.
Services were held Friday, Dec. 3, in Sheldon Chapel with Rev. Brent Bland officiating. Music was provided by the Bear Creek Bluegrass Band. Military Honors were provided by Juliet Team/VFW 5525. Interment was in Pleasant Springs Cemetery, Oyer.
Casketbearers were - Melvin Swopes, Jack Swopes, Leroy Swopes, Tom Harold, Rick Swopes and Derl Barnett.
Arrangements under the direction of Sheldon Funeral Home El Dorado Springs.
Alma Caroline Eaves
Alma Caroline Eaves, 79, El Dorado Springs, passed away on Nov. 30, 2010, at Cedar County Memorial Hospital. Alma was born in Stockton, on March 29, 1931, the third child of Silvia Lee (Taylor) and Ira Leroy Swager.
She lived most of her life in Cedar County and graduated from El Dorado Springs High School in 1950, the same year she married Jerry Lee Eaves. To this union two children were born, Jerry R. and Jeannie K.
Caroline worked at the International Shoe Company for over 24 years. Jerry and Caroline owned a tavern before retiring in 1990 and moving to Cedar Springs.
She spent most of her time with her flowers, doing crafts and making quilts and teddy bears.
Preceding her in death were her parents; her husband, Jerry; son, Jerry; son-in-law, Dennis Hertzberg; and brother, Leland.
Survivors include: one daughter, Jeannie Hertzberg - El Dorado Springs; one daughter-in-law, Debbie Eaves - Florida; four grandchildren - Jason, Jessica, Angie and April; five great-grandchildren; and one sister, Juanita Swager.
A memorial service will begin at 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 11, at Bland-Hackleman Chapel with Rev. Brent Bland officiating.
Caroline’s cremains will be placed by Jerry’s at Mound Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Muscular Dystrophy in memory of Caroline Eaves and left at the funeral home.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.blandhackleman.com.
She lived most of her life in Cedar County and graduated from El Dorado Springs High School in 1950, the same year she married Jerry Lee Eaves. To this union two children were born, Jerry R. and Jeannie K.
Caroline worked at the International Shoe Company for over 24 years. Jerry and Caroline owned a tavern before retiring in 1990 and moving to Cedar Springs.
She spent most of her time with her flowers, doing crafts and making quilts and teddy bears.
Preceding her in death were her parents; her husband, Jerry; son, Jerry; son-in-law, Dennis Hertzberg; and brother, Leland.
Survivors include: one daughter, Jeannie Hertzberg - El Dorado Springs; one daughter-in-law, Debbie Eaves - Florida; four grandchildren - Jason, Jessica, Angie and April; five great-grandchildren; and one sister, Juanita Swager.
A memorial service will begin at 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 11, at Bland-Hackleman Chapel with Rev. Brent Bland officiating.
Caroline’s cremains will be placed by Jerry’s at Mound Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Muscular Dystrophy in memory of Caroline Eaves and left at the funeral home.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.blandhackleman.com.
Thomas William (Bill) Swopes
Thomas William (Bill) Swopes, 85, El Dorado Springs, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 30, at Community Springs Healthcare Facility in El Dorado Springs.
Services will begin at 2 p.m. Friday, Dec. 3, in the Sheldon Funeral Chapel in El Dorado Springs. Visitation will be held from 1-2 p.m. prior to the service on Friday.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are suggested to the Pleasant Springs Cemetery in care of the funeral home.
Arrangements are under the direction of Sheldon Funeral Home in El Dorado Springs.
Services will begin at 2 p.m. Friday, Dec. 3, in the Sheldon Funeral Chapel in El Dorado Springs. Visitation will be held from 1-2 p.m. prior to the service on Friday.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are suggested to the Pleasant Springs Cemetery in care of the funeral home.
Arrangements are under the direction of Sheldon Funeral Home in El Dorado Springs.
Saturday, November 27, 2010
Violet Skakal
Violet Ernesteen Marylin (Hopkins) Skakal, 83, Basehor, KS, formerly of El Dorado Springs, passed away Nov. 27, 2010, at Providence Medical Center in Kansas City, KS. She was born Jan. 29, 1927, to John Lee and Charlotte H. (Shaw) Hopkins in Stockton.
One sister, Vivian (Hopkins) Read, preceded her in death on July 7, 2010.
Survivors include three children - David and Merrilyn Skakal and family - Panama City, FL, Jerry Lee and Janet Skakal and family - Olathe, KS, and Brenda (Skakal) DeRuse and family - Basehor, KS; six grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; two brothers, Clete and B.J. Hopkins and family - Stockton, and Curt and Bette Hopkins and family - West Chester, PA; and numerous other relatives and friends.
Memorial services will begin at 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 4, in Bland-Hackleman Chapel in El Dorado Springs with Larry Johnston officiating. Interment will follow in Mound Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, the family has suggested a monetary donation in memory of Violet Skakal be made to Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, PO Box 96391, Washington, DC, 20090-6391, or a credit card donation by phone toll free at 1-866-232-8484.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.blandhackleman.com.
One sister, Vivian (Hopkins) Read, preceded her in death on July 7, 2010.
Survivors include three children - David and Merrilyn Skakal and family - Panama City, FL, Jerry Lee and Janet Skakal and family - Olathe, KS, and Brenda (Skakal) DeRuse and family - Basehor, KS; six grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; two brothers, Clete and B.J. Hopkins and family - Stockton, and Curt and Bette Hopkins and family - West Chester, PA; and numerous other relatives and friends.
Memorial services will begin at 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 4, in Bland-Hackleman Chapel in El Dorado Springs with Larry Johnston officiating. Interment will follow in Mound Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, the family has suggested a monetary donation in memory of Violet Skakal be made to Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, PO Box 96391, Washington, DC, 20090-6391, or a credit card donation by phone toll free at 1-866-232-8484.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.blandhackleman.com.
Thursday, November 25, 2010
Lyle D. Daulton
Lyle D Daulton, 82, El Dorado Springs, the only child of William C. and Carrie Daulton, was born April 19, 1928. He died at his home on Nov. 25, 2010.
He married the love of his life, Alethea Cordelia Smith, on Nov. 27, 1947. Out of this marriage three sons were born - Allen, Bruce, and Kirby.
Lyle ran a portable hammer mill, grinding grain for farmers. He hauled hay, grain and coal and was a carpenter for many years. He also was a farmer.
Lyle loved music and could play by ear just about any stringed instrument. He sang and played music with many friends in church and other places. He had a strong Christian faith and was always ready to share Jesus with anyone.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Alethea.
He is survived by his three sons and their families - Allen Daulton - El Dorado Springs, Bruce Daulton, and wife, Carol - Osceola, and Kirby Daulton, and wife, Chandra - Stockton; nine grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and many other family members and friends.
Services were held Tuesday, Nov. 30, in the Sheldon Chapel with Rev. Larry Young officiating and a special reading by Larry Daniel. Special music was provided by Paul Hooper, Vera Keeton, Gene Holtgrewe and Larry Daniel with pianist Peggy Carter.
Casketbearers were– Heath Daulton, Brock Daulton, Adam Daulton, Aaron Daulton, Gene Holtgrewe, Paul Hooper and Brent Pearson.
Arrangements were by Sheldon Funeral Home in El Dorado Springs.
Leliah Mae Hinkle
Leliah Mae (Gresham) Duckering Hinkle, 98, was born in Chelsea, OK, March 8, 1912, to Carl and Goldie (Rickman) Gresham. She passed away on Nov. 25, 2010, at Community Springs Health Care Facility in El Dorado Springs.
She grew up in the Roscoe area of St. Clair County where she met and later married Frank Raymond Duckering on Aug. 29, 1931.
To this union five children were born - Wayne, Phyllis, Christena, Carolyn and Tom Freddy. They spent their lifetime in the Brownington, Halfway and Buffalo areas.
In April 1980, Leliah married Hersheld Hinkle.
She was active in the VFW until her health failed.
Leliah was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Duckering, Hersheld Hinkle in 1984; sons, Wayne and Freddy; and a sister, Merriam Culbertson.
She is survived by her children - Phyllis and Darell Whitesell, and Chris and Gary Green - El Dorado Springs, and Carolyn Durnell and Fred - Moundville; sisters, Betty Gilbert and Winnie Burrow, and husband, Ike - El Dorado; seven grandchildren - Debra Potter, Dana Jones, Daren Whitesell, Jerry Green, Master Sgt. Gregory Green, Michael Durnell, Stephen Durnell and Tim Duckering; 15 great-grandchildren, several great-great-grandchildren other relatives and many friends.
Services and interment was Monday, Nov. 29, in Schofield Cemetery in Halfway with Randy Sheldon officiating.
Arrangements were by Sheldon Funeral Home in El Dorado Springs.
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
George M. Baker
George Merald Baker, 92, El Dorado Springs, passed away Wednesday morning, Nov. 24, in Caldwell, TX. He was born in Iron Hill, Jackson County, IA, on July 18, 1918, to George William and Bertha Dutton Baker.
George served in the Navy during World War II as an airborne radar technician. After the war, he moved to Lockwood to start his business of quarrying and crushing limestone. While in Lockwood, he was president of the school board.
In Albuquerque, NM, where he and three brothers-in-law engaged in copper mining briefly, he followed his life long desire to live in the Mountain West. He returned to Missouri in 1957 and began his quarrying business in 1960 in El Dorado Springs where he lived the rest of his life. He was a member and served as an elder in the First Presbyterian Church of El Dorado Springs.
For a few years, he designed and built quarrying equipment featuring designs that he developed from his 45 years in the rock business. He utilized drafting skills learned in high school to make the blueprints for the conveyors and screening plants he built.
Following his retirement, he developed and practiced his skill in bookbinding.
Even though he was not able to attend college, he studied all his life and developed an in-depth knowledge of mathematics and quantum physics which he continued to research until his death. He also studied the history of the Old West avidly and loved to write. He wrote numerous stories and poems which greatly entertained his children and grandchildren over the years. He was also an accomplished pilot who had soloed before WWII. As a flight instructor, he taught many in El Dorado Springs to fly. His interest in flying led him to an instrumental role in the growth and addition of a paved runway at the El Dorado Springs Municipal Airport.
George was an avid hunter and enjoyed hunting with his sons and brothers-in-law. He told interesting stories about his hunting trips and escapades.
He also loved to play games and taught his family many of these games over the years. Often during family gatherings the cards were brought out and games of Bridge, Cribbage, Hearts, Canasta or others were enjoyed. George also loved to cook. For many years he made his own delicious bread, pies and other foods that his family enjoyed when visiting.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Katy Nell Nicholson Baker; his mother and father; brothers - Myron, Ralph and Charles; sisters - Greta Banks, Gladys Nelson, Metta Baker and Eleanor Crane; and granddaughter, Shelley Baker.
He is survived by sons - Pat, and wife, Hilda - Caldwell, TX, Bob, and wife, Glenda - College Station, TX, and Tim, and wife, Sherri - Germantown, TN; 15 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 11, at Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home, followed by graveside services and burial in Rock Springs Cemetery in Halltown. Memorial donations in his name may be made to: The BPW Katy Baker Scholarship Fund, El Dorado Springs High School, 901 S. Grand, El Dorado Springs, MO 64744.
George served in the Navy during World War II as an airborne radar technician. After the war, he moved to Lockwood to start his business of quarrying and crushing limestone. While in Lockwood, he was president of the school board.
In Albuquerque, NM, where he and three brothers-in-law engaged in copper mining briefly, he followed his life long desire to live in the Mountain West. He returned to Missouri in 1957 and began his quarrying business in 1960 in El Dorado Springs where he lived the rest of his life. He was a member and served as an elder in the First Presbyterian Church of El Dorado Springs.
For a few years, he designed and built quarrying equipment featuring designs that he developed from his 45 years in the rock business. He utilized drafting skills learned in high school to make the blueprints for the conveyors and screening plants he built.
Following his retirement, he developed and practiced his skill in bookbinding.
Even though he was not able to attend college, he studied all his life and developed an in-depth knowledge of mathematics and quantum physics which he continued to research until his death. He also studied the history of the Old West avidly and loved to write. He wrote numerous stories and poems which greatly entertained his children and grandchildren over the years. He was also an accomplished pilot who had soloed before WWII. As a flight instructor, he taught many in El Dorado Springs to fly. His interest in flying led him to an instrumental role in the growth and addition of a paved runway at the El Dorado Springs Municipal Airport.
George was an avid hunter and enjoyed hunting with his sons and brothers-in-law. He told interesting stories about his hunting trips and escapades.
He also loved to play games and taught his family many of these games over the years. Often during family gatherings the cards were brought out and games of Bridge, Cribbage, Hearts, Canasta or others were enjoyed. George also loved to cook. For many years he made his own delicious bread, pies and other foods that his family enjoyed when visiting.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Katy Nell Nicholson Baker; his mother and father; brothers - Myron, Ralph and Charles; sisters - Greta Banks, Gladys Nelson, Metta Baker and Eleanor Crane; and granddaughter, Shelley Baker.
He is survived by sons - Pat, and wife, Hilda - Caldwell, TX, Bob, and wife, Glenda - College Station, TX, and Tim, and wife, Sherri - Germantown, TN; 15 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 11, at Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home, followed by graveside services and burial in Rock Springs Cemetery in Halltown. Memorial donations in his name may be made to: The BPW Katy Baker Scholarship Fund, El Dorado Springs High School, 901 S. Grand, El Dorado Springs, MO 64744.
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
Leonard Leroy Snodgrass
Leonard Leroy Snodgrass, 82, El Dorado Springs, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 23, 2010, at Cedar County Memorial Hospital. He was born Oct. 1, 1928, in Toddville, IA, to Fay and Agnes (Hadoc) Snodgrass.
Leonard married Grace Baskett and to this union five children were born - Jim, Mike, Cathie, Carol and Darin. Later he married Marlisse Shelton and to this union one son, Timothy, was born.
For 20 years, Leonard worked as a sheet metal worker, including many large buildings in Iowa and California.
Leonard gave his heart to the Lord at the age of 12 and received the Holy Spirit at age 20. His first love was teaching children at Sunday School and on Wednesday night mid-week service. His second love was farming and his cows. He enjoyed all the animals on his farm. When he was young, he helped farm with a horse and plow.
Preceding him in death were his parents, Fay and Agnes Snodgrass; one brother; two sisters; two sons; and two daughters.
Survivors include: his wife, Marlisse - of the home; one sister, Nyla Ray, and husband, Lonnie - Priest River, ID; two sons, Mike Snodgrass, and wife, Phyllis - Mooresville, IN, and Timothy Snodgrass - El Dorado Springs; two step-children, Tony Shelton, and wife, Angela - Wasilla, AK, and Richard Shelton - Fayetteville, AR; 11 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
Memorial services were held on Friday, Nov. 26, at the El Dorado Springs Assembly of God Church. Pastor Dana Taylor officiated and Angela Shelton provided music. Final disposition was inurnment under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
Saturday, November 20, 2010
Chad Nolan Moore
Chad Nolan Moore, 24, El Dorado Springs, passed away Saturday, Nov. 20, 2010, at his home in El Dorado Springs. He was born Nov. 30, 1985, to Randy and Charlene (Keith) Moore.
Chad graduated from El Dorado Springs High School in 2004. On Sept. 2, 2004, Chad enlisted in the United States Army. He was stationed at Ft. Sill, OK, and then Ft. Carson, CO. He was deployed to Iraq for 18 months in artillery to fight our nation’s war on terrorism. Chad received the Army Achievement Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon and the Combat Action Badge. He proudly served his country and lived by the motto: “Anyone who would die for his country would die for anyone.”
Chad was fearless and loving, putting others’ interests ahead of his own. He would help anyone at a moments notice. He was a loving father and was very excited for their new baby girl to be born. He loved his stepchildren, Rio and Lizzie, as his own and loved and adored his mother-in-law and father-in-law and their family. Chad was a caring and loving man and always reached out to others. Daughter Shila was his world. They loved to watch the moon together.
Chad was inquisitive and energetic as a growing, learning child and was active in sports. He was a loving son. He was a model to his family and an avid outdoorsman. Grampa Bernard and Dad Randy, as well as his mother and grandmother, were his mentors. Chad was an excellent chef, learning his culinary skills naturally, from family. Cassie admired her brother and followed him as close as she dared. He and Grampa Bernard were inseparable. Chad had a deep understanding of God, whom he believed in and communicated with. He recently expressed a desire to move to California to be near his brother-in-law and start worshiping together. Chad gave us so much in his short life and left us countless memories and a mission to accomplish in our lives. May God bless his memory to us.
Preceding Chad in death were both grandfathers, Bernard Moore and Charles Keith.
He is survived by his wife, Kristina; daughter, Shila; son, Chad Nolan Jr.; and two step-children, Rio Steinert and Lizzie
Henderson; his parents, Randy and Charlene Moore, El Dorado Springs; a sister, Cassandra, El Dorado Springs; both grandmothers, Dorothy Moore and Ruby Keith, El Dorado Springs; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Doug and Linda Steinert; two uncles, Kenny Moore, and wife, Pam - Camdenton, and Charles Keith, and wife, Christina, El Dorado Springs; three aunts - Sally Beisley, and husband, Scott, Frasa Johnson, and husband, Kirk, and Toni Hillsman, and husband, Michael; and numerous cousins and friends and comrades in the military.
Services began at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 24, in the El Dorado Springs Church of God (Holiness) with Rev. Brent Bland officiating. Interment followed in the El Dorado Springs City Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
Pallbearers were - Kenny Moore, Keith Beisley, Scott Johnson, Rick Steinert, Dwane Mooney, Kelly Carnahan, Cory Meyers and Bryan Cloyd.
Memorial donations may be made to an educational fund for the children and left at the funeral home.
Friends may send condolences to the family at www.blandhackleman.com.
Friday, November 19, 2010
Daniel (Danny) Ray Hopkins
Danny Hopkins, 60, was born July 27, 1950, in Kansas City to James and Betty (Vittetoe) Hopkins. He joined his Lord and Savior on Nov. 19, 2010, at his home in Willard.
He graduated from the El Dorado Springs High School in 1968. He served in the US Navy during the Vietnam War. He went to work for Zenith in Springfield and spent the next 24 years there but, after their closing, went back to college and graduated on the Dean’s List. He was always interested in fire safety, was a volunteer fireman and for many years and was Captain of the Willard Fire Department for several years and was always on call as long as his health permitted.
Danny was a musician who played with several great bluegrass bands and shared the stage with many of Nashville’s top stars.
He was sought out by many fiddle players because of the great rhythm work he provided on flattop guitar. His ability to play banjo was unique and many banjo pickers tried to imitate his style of banjo playing. He learned to play banjo and other stringed instruments by the age of 14. He and his brother, Dale, provided the family with great music at all of their gatherings and played lots of music at home.
He was a member of the Lights of Home Bluegrass Band where he sang the baritone part. He will be sadly missed by so many bluegrass players and fans from across the four-state area.
Danny was also a very talented and great teacher at OTC in Springfield where he taught Fire Science Technology since 1997.
His students wrote a wonderful tribute to him in which they stated he was an awesome teacher, tough but fair and that he went far beyond the book to teach them. He felt like they were there to learn and he stated he hoped he’d touched some of their lives in his classes.
He was preceded in death by his brother, Dale, in 2005.
He is survived by his wife, Belinda, and her two children, Mark Dalton and Angie Needham; one daughter, Anna Charlene; four grandkids – Caiden, Kimberly, Kennedy and Kylie; his parents, Jim and Betty Hopkins; two sisters, Robin Fugate, and husband, Harold, and Kim Collins; one brother, Todd, and wife, Kallie – Springfield; several aunts, uncles, and nieces and nephews.
Services were held Nov. 23 at White Chapel. Music was provided by CD’s of Danny and Dale and Lights of Home. Pallbearers were musicians – Roy Craft, Bill LeAn, Mark Craft, Junior Haddock, Bob Lock and Jerry Schiman.
He graduated from the El Dorado Springs High School in 1968. He served in the US Navy during the Vietnam War. He went to work for Zenith in Springfield and spent the next 24 years there but, after their closing, went back to college and graduated on the Dean’s List. He was always interested in fire safety, was a volunteer fireman and for many years and was Captain of the Willard Fire Department for several years and was always on call as long as his health permitted.
Danny was a musician who played with several great bluegrass bands and shared the stage with many of Nashville’s top stars.
He was sought out by many fiddle players because of the great rhythm work he provided on flattop guitar. His ability to play banjo was unique and many banjo pickers tried to imitate his style of banjo playing. He learned to play banjo and other stringed instruments by the age of 14. He and his brother, Dale, provided the family with great music at all of their gatherings and played lots of music at home.
He was a member of the Lights of Home Bluegrass Band where he sang the baritone part. He will be sadly missed by so many bluegrass players and fans from across the four-state area.
Danny was also a very talented and great teacher at OTC in Springfield where he taught Fire Science Technology since 1997.
His students wrote a wonderful tribute to him in which they stated he was an awesome teacher, tough but fair and that he went far beyond the book to teach them. He felt like they were there to learn and he stated he hoped he’d touched some of their lives in his classes.
He was preceded in death by his brother, Dale, in 2005.
He is survived by his wife, Belinda, and her two children, Mark Dalton and Angie Needham; one daughter, Anna Charlene; four grandkids – Caiden, Kimberly, Kennedy and Kylie; his parents, Jim and Betty Hopkins; two sisters, Robin Fugate, and husband, Harold, and Kim Collins; one brother, Todd, and wife, Kallie – Springfield; several aunts, uncles, and nieces and nephews.
Services were held Nov. 23 at White Chapel. Music was provided by CD’s of Danny and Dale and Lights of Home. Pallbearers were musicians – Roy Craft, Bill LeAn, Mark Craft, Junior Haddock, Bob Lock and Jerry Schiman.
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Bea Ella Farmer
Bea Ella Farmer, 74, El Dorado Springs, passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2010, at her home following a lengthy illness. She was born July 6, 1936, in Nevada to LeRoy N. Monkres and Elizabeth Lavina Scott Monkres.
She was married to Elda Turner and later married to Jack Farmer on May 23, 1974. He preceded her in death in 1989.
Bea grew up in Nevada and graduated from Nevada High School in 1954. She began working at the Nevada State Hospital in 1966 and continued until her retirement in 1992. Bea had lived in El Dorado Springs for the past 22 years.
Survivors include her children – Terry Turner, and his wife, Lorraine – Rich Hill, Brenda Kerr, and her husband, Robert – Walker, and Jeffrey Turner, and his wife, Cheryl – Olathe, KS; three grandchildren – Jason Williams, Robyn Kerr and Lorie Jones; two great-grandchildren, Brittany Campbell and Kevin Jones; two great-great-grandchildren, Roman Kerr and Shakira Kerr; one sister,
Kessie Stouk – Nevada; and several nieces and nephews.
Services were held Saturday, Nov. 20, at Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada. Interment followed in Newton Burial Park, Nevada, under the direction of Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada.
She was married to Elda Turner and later married to Jack Farmer on May 23, 1974. He preceded her in death in 1989.
Bea grew up in Nevada and graduated from Nevada High School in 1954. She began working at the Nevada State Hospital in 1966 and continued until her retirement in 1992. Bea had lived in El Dorado Springs for the past 22 years.
Survivors include her children – Terry Turner, and his wife, Lorraine – Rich Hill, Brenda Kerr, and her husband, Robert – Walker, and Jeffrey Turner, and his wife, Cheryl – Olathe, KS; three grandchildren – Jason Williams, Robyn Kerr and Lorie Jones; two great-grandchildren, Brittany Campbell and Kevin Jones; two great-great-grandchildren, Roman Kerr and Shakira Kerr; one sister,
Kessie Stouk – Nevada; and several nieces and nephews.
Services were held Saturday, Nov. 20, at Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada. Interment followed in Newton Burial Park, Nevada, under the direction of Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada.
William J. Wright
William J. Wright, 69, El Dorado Springs, passed away Nov. 17, 2010, at his home near El Dorado Springs. He was born Oct. 25, 1941, in Kansas City, KS, to Ernest and Thelma Nancy Jane Wright.
While living in Kansas City, Bill married Edna Pearl Winder on Nov. 4, 1963. To this union two children were born, Billy and Nancy.
Bill worked for many years in El Dorado Springs at the Laminated Beam Factory and at Barrington’s. He was a devoted husband and father, loving his family very much. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. While his health permitted, Bill enjoyed gardening, especially growing lots of tomatoes.
Preceding Bill in death were his parents; his wife, Edna Pearl; and five brothers and sisters.
Bill is survived by one son, Billy Wright - Jerico Springs; one daughter, Nancy Harrison - Jerico Springs; three grandchildren - Candy, Melissa and Cody; one brother, Jack Wright; two sisters, Kathy and Shirley; one sister-in-law, Alline Simmons, and husband, James - Stockton; five brothers-in-law - Ray Winder, and wife, Sue, Larry Winder, and wife, Donna, Roy, Winder, and wife, Edna - all of Stockton; Eldon Winder, and wife, Dava – Butler, and Merl Winder - Gulfport, FL; and a number of nieces and nephews.
Graveside services were held at Pankey Cemetery on Friday, Nov. 19, p.m. with Rev. Randy Hayward officiating.
Services were under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
While living in Kansas City, Bill married Edna Pearl Winder on Nov. 4, 1963. To this union two children were born, Billy and Nancy.
Bill worked for many years in El Dorado Springs at the Laminated Beam Factory and at Barrington’s. He was a devoted husband and father, loving his family very much. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. While his health permitted, Bill enjoyed gardening, especially growing lots of tomatoes.
Preceding Bill in death were his parents; his wife, Edna Pearl; and five brothers and sisters.
Bill is survived by one son, Billy Wright - Jerico Springs; one daughter, Nancy Harrison - Jerico Springs; three grandchildren - Candy, Melissa and Cody; one brother, Jack Wright; two sisters, Kathy and Shirley; one sister-in-law, Alline Simmons, and husband, James - Stockton; five brothers-in-law - Ray Winder, and wife, Sue, Larry Winder, and wife, Donna, Roy, Winder, and wife, Edna - all of Stockton; Eldon Winder, and wife, Dava – Butler, and Merl Winder - Gulfport, FL; and a number of nieces and nephews.
Graveside services were held at Pankey Cemetery on Friday, Nov. 19, p.m. with Rev. Randy Hayward officiating.
Services were under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Virginia Ann (Walters) Rothenberger
Virginia Ann (Walters) Rothenberger,82, formerly of Schell City, passed away Nov. 16, 2010, at the Christi Sphon Hospital in Corpus Christi, TX. She was born Dec. 11, 1928, in Ottumwa, IA, to Benjamin F. and Lura A. (Brooks) Walters.
She married Hubert Leslie Rothenberger on Aug. 30, 1946, and to their union five children were born. They settled in Schell City in 1965.
She worked at the International Shoe Factory in El Dorado Springs for a time and, later, she and her husband ran a garage in Harwood. Then they built and ran their own garage in Schell City. Upon closing their garage, she went to work side-by-side with her husband as an over the road truck driver, an occupation they enjoyed for many years.
After her retirement in 1990, she enjoyed staying home, camping, fishing, playing cards and board games with family and friends. She loved playing with her many grandkids and she enjoyed playing her harmonica, singing and humming.
Virginia moved to Corpus Christi, TX, in 2008, after the death of her husband, Les, in 2007. While in Texas, she enjoyed walking on the beach with her dogs, Lady and Shelby. She collected seashells and cleaned and painted them. She kept up with her family and friends in Schell City on her daughter’s Face Book page. She was known as “Mom” to all her friends that she met
in Corpus Christie and she was loved by all.
In addition to her husband, Hubert Leslie Rothenberger, she was preceded in death by 14 brothers and sisters, one daughter-in-law, one son-in-law, two grandchildren and one great-grandbaby.
Virginia is survived by her five children – Paul, and wife, Murlene – El Dorado Springs, Vickie Norton – Corpus Christi, TX, Mike, and wife, Adelfa – Schell City, Connie Davis, and husband, Larry – Schell City, and Kendall, and wife, Gail – Prescott, AR; one sister, Effie Mather – Waterloo, IA; 30 grandchildren; 59 great-grandchildren and 10 great-great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other family members and many friends.
A memorial service will begin at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 4, in the Schell City Baptist Church. Memorials are suggested to the American Heart Association or to the Schell City Volunteer Fire Department.
Glenn Gary Gardner
Glenn Gary Gardner, 60, Ft. Scott, KS, passed away peacefully at his home Nov. 16. He was born Oct. 11, 1950, in Manhattan, KS.
Glenn graduated from Shawnee Mission North High School in 1968. He later spent several years as a printer by trade, living in El Dorado Springs.
Glenn enjoyed playing chess, scrabble and trivia while listening to rock and roll music and spending time with family and friends. He will be greatly missed.
He was preceded in death by his brother, David Gardner, in 1978.
Glenn is survived by his parents, Bobby and Helen Gardner; and his son, Adam Gardner – all of Overland Park, KS; his daughter,
Monica Gardner; and two grandchildren, Michaela and Mason Gardner – all of El Dorado Springs.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Glenn graduated from Shawnee Mission North High School in 1968. He later spent several years as a printer by trade, living in El Dorado Springs.
Glenn enjoyed playing chess, scrabble and trivia while listening to rock and roll music and spending time with family and friends. He will be greatly missed.
He was preceded in death by his brother, David Gardner, in 1978.
Glenn is survived by his parents, Bobby and Helen Gardner; and his son, Adam Gardner – all of Overland Park, KS; his daughter,
Monica Gardner; and two grandchildren, Michaela and Mason Gardner – all of El Dorado Springs.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Saturday, November 13, 2010
Jean M. Chambers
Jean M. Chambers, 84, El Dorado Springs, passed away Nov. 13, 2010, at Community Springs Healthcare Facility. She was born Sept. 30, 1926, in Scranton, PA, to Edward and Elenor (Ketchum) McHenry.
Jean worked as Accom-modations Manager for Unity Village in Unity Village, MO.
She is survived by a daughter, Pamela Lashinske, of Maricopa, AZ.
Final disposition was cremation under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home. No services are scheduled at this time.
Online condolences may be made at www.blandhackle man.com.
Jean worked as Accom-modations Manager for Unity Village in Unity Village, MO.
She is survived by a daughter, Pamela Lashinske, of Maricopa, AZ.
Final disposition was cremation under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home. No services are scheduled at this time.
Online condolences may be made at www.blandhackle man.com.
Harold (Hank) Eugene Winters
Harold Winters, 76, a former resident of Vernon County, Nevada-Walker area, passed away at his home in Bowie, TX, Saturday, Nov. 13, 2010. He was born Feb. 24, 1934, to Rex E. and Lizzie (Nichols) Winters.
He attended Walker High School graduating in 1952.
He and his wife, Terry, together have nine children.
He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings - John, Lynn and Charles Winters, Winiford Warmbir, Eddie Lee Bruner and son-in-law, Daniel Maus.
He is survived by his wife, Terry, of the home; children – Chris Winters, and wife, Susan - Belton, Yvonne Holmes – Carthage, Juanita Maus – Schell City, Dawn Winters, Independence, KS; four step-children – Doug Stack, Loretta Johnston, Gail Allen and Glenda Terry – all of the Bowie, TX, area. Harold and Terry have 27 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. He is survived by his sister, Viola, Pritchard – Phoenix, AZ, and twin sister, Barbara Duty, and husband, Hoyt – Camdenton.
A memorial service will begin at 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 4, in Click Cemetery, Nevada.
In lieu of flowers, send donations to NEVC School Improvement Projects NEVC Kids First.
He attended Walker High School graduating in 1952.
He and his wife, Terry, together have nine children.
He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings - John, Lynn and Charles Winters, Winiford Warmbir, Eddie Lee Bruner and son-in-law, Daniel Maus.
He is survived by his wife, Terry, of the home; children – Chris Winters, and wife, Susan - Belton, Yvonne Holmes – Carthage, Juanita Maus – Schell City, Dawn Winters, Independence, KS; four step-children – Doug Stack, Loretta Johnston, Gail Allen and Glenda Terry – all of the Bowie, TX, area. Harold and Terry have 27 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. He is survived by his sister, Viola, Pritchard – Phoenix, AZ, and twin sister, Barbara Duty, and husband, Hoyt – Camdenton.
A memorial service will begin at 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 4, in Click Cemetery, Nevada.
In lieu of flowers, send donations to NEVC School Improvement Projects NEVC Kids First.
Patricia S. Hunt
Patricia S. Hunt, 63, Parsons, KS, died at 9:07 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 13, 2010, at Freeman West Hospital in Joplin. She was born May 3, 1947, in Parsons, KS, to John Oliver and Maybelle (Journot) Walker. She grew up and attended schools in Parsons, KS.
While living in Washington State from 1975 through 1994, she especially enjoyed spending time in Snoqualmie Falls. In 1995, she returned to Parsons, KS, where she had lived since. Through the years she worked as a nurse’s aide in various nursing homes.
She enjoyed working crossword puzzles, crocheting, spending time with her dogs and caring for people.
She married Melvin V. Hunt Jr. He preceded her in death.
In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by one brother, Jack Walker; and one sister, Mary Kay Walker.
Survivors include: one son, Melvin V. Hunt III, and wife, Heather – Springfield; one grandson, Walker Guss-Hunt; two brothers, John O. Walker, and wife, Hilde - Lawton, OK, and James Walker, and wife, Teresa - Oswego, KS; three sisters – Cheryl Dade, and husband, Larry - Schell City, Lee Ann Driggs, and husband, Gerald - El Dorado Springs, and Jeannie Gassen, and husband, Randy - El Dorado Springs.
Memorial services will begin at 10 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 18, at the Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home in Parsons, KS. Private committal services will be held by the family at a future date.
Memorials are suggested to PALS (Proud Animal Lovers Shelter) or the American Heart Association. These may be left at or mailed to Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home, P.O. Box 374, Parsons, KS 67357.
Online condolences may be left at www.forbeshoffman. com.
While living in Washington State from 1975 through 1994, she especially enjoyed spending time in Snoqualmie Falls. In 1995, she returned to Parsons, KS, where she had lived since. Through the years she worked as a nurse’s aide in various nursing homes.
She enjoyed working crossword puzzles, crocheting, spending time with her dogs and caring for people.
She married Melvin V. Hunt Jr. He preceded her in death.
In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by one brother, Jack Walker; and one sister, Mary Kay Walker.
Survivors include: one son, Melvin V. Hunt III, and wife, Heather – Springfield; one grandson, Walker Guss-Hunt; two brothers, John O. Walker, and wife, Hilde - Lawton, OK, and James Walker, and wife, Teresa - Oswego, KS; three sisters – Cheryl Dade, and husband, Larry - Schell City, Lee Ann Driggs, and husband, Gerald - El Dorado Springs, and Jeannie Gassen, and husband, Randy - El Dorado Springs.
Memorial services will begin at 10 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 18, at the Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home in Parsons, KS. Private committal services will be held by the family at a future date.
Memorials are suggested to PALS (Proud Animal Lovers Shelter) or the American Heart Association. These may be left at or mailed to Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home, P.O. Box 374, Parsons, KS 67357.
Online condolences may be left at www.forbeshoffman. com.
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
Dave LeRoy Stone
Dave LeRoy Stone, 64, Milo, passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2010, at Mercy Health Center, Ft. Scott, KS. He was born Oct. 21, 1946, in McCook, NE, to Dick LeRoy Stone and Etna Mae Thornley Stone.
He married Mary Funk and she preceded him in death in 1996. He later married Sharon Goodwin on Oct. 4, 1997, in Compton Junction and she survives of the home.
Dave came from Colorado in 1957 to the Milo area where he has lived ever since. He worked in the salvage business most of his life.
In addition to his wife, Mary Funk, he was preceded in death by his parents and one grandson.
In addition to his wife, Sharon, survivors include 11 children: Jamie Stone - Liberal, Charles Stone - Milo, Denise Theriott - Carl Junction, Sherri Hostetter - Milo, Clyde Funk - Nevada, Harley Funk - El Dorado Springs, James Stone - Kansas City, Dava Louvier - Nevada, Rocky Stone - Milo, Crystal Stone - of the home and Rachael Stone - of the home; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; five brothers and sisters - Leslie Stone Sr. - Milo, Harry Stone - Nevada, Nancy Burris - Milo, Terry Stone - Nevada and Barbara Lawson - Tahlequah, OK.
A remembrance dinner was held Saturday, Nov. 13, at the El Dorado Springs Eagles Lodge.
Those who wish may contribute to the family in care of Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada.
He married Mary Funk and she preceded him in death in 1996. He later married Sharon Goodwin on Oct. 4, 1997, in Compton Junction and she survives of the home.
Dave came from Colorado in 1957 to the Milo area where he has lived ever since. He worked in the salvage business most of his life.
In addition to his wife, Mary Funk, he was preceded in death by his parents and one grandson.
In addition to his wife, Sharon, survivors include 11 children: Jamie Stone - Liberal, Charles Stone - Milo, Denise Theriott - Carl Junction, Sherri Hostetter - Milo, Clyde Funk - Nevada, Harley Funk - El Dorado Springs, James Stone - Kansas City, Dava Louvier - Nevada, Rocky Stone - Milo, Crystal Stone - of the home and Rachael Stone - of the home; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; five brothers and sisters - Leslie Stone Sr. - Milo, Harry Stone - Nevada, Nancy Burris - Milo, Terry Stone - Nevada and Barbara Lawson - Tahlequah, OK.
A remembrance dinner was held Saturday, Nov. 13, at the El Dorado Springs Eagles Lodge.
Those who wish may contribute to the family in care of Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada.
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
Virgil Everette Caldwell
Virgil Everette Caldwell, 96, El Dorado Springs, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2010, at Community Springs Healthcare in El Dorado Springs. He was born June 17, 1914, in Cedar County to James Thomas Caldwell and Ella P. (Hess) Caldwell.
He married Gertrude Pace on Aug. 10, 1935, in El Dorado Springs. She preceded him in death on Nov. 19, 1992.
Virgil grew up in the Red Brush area. He attended Hazel Dell Grade School and El Dorado Springs High School. Due to the death of his father, Virgil had to quit school at the age of 14 and hire out as a farm hand to help support his mother and younger siblings. He worked as a farmer most of his life. Virgil loved playing baseball and was an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan.
He was a member of the El Dorado Springs Methodist Church.
In addition to his wife, Virgil was preceded in death by a daughter, Belva Beaty; a grandson, Gregory Caldwell; one son-in-law, Art Carter; three brothers - Elton, Ervin and Wayne Caldwell; two sisters, Jewell Messick and Dixie Holcomb; one step sister, Rosalie; three step brothers - Virgil, Cecil and Carl.
Survivors include four daughters - Virgie Hankins, and husband, Harry – Springfield, Elvia Caldwell and Trudy Caldwell - El Dorado Springs, and Mona Caldwell - Springfield; three sons - Jim Caldwell, and wife, Jewell - Laramie, WY, Cecil Caldwell, and wife, Phyllis, and Virgil “Rocky” Caldwell, and wife Jackie - all of Walker; 17 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; four step grandchildren; 17 step great-grandchildren; 15 step great-great-grandchildren; one brother, Forrest Caldwell - Muskogee, OK; two step sisters, Lorene – Osceola, and Katharine - Independence; one sister-in-law, Ellen Caldwell - Nevada; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Services were Saturday, Nov. 13, at the Bland-Hackleman Chapel with Pastor Jim Smith officiating. Interment followed in Hazel Dell Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
Pallbearers were - Cecil Caldwell, Jim Caldwell, Kyle Caldwell, James Caldwell Jr., Joe Caldwell, Klay Caldwell, Donnie Beaty and Randy Carter.
Friday, November 5, 2010
George Hlavacek
George Hlavacek, 90, El Dorado Springs, passed away Friday, Nov. 5, 2010, at Community Springs Healthcare Facility. He was born April 26, 1920, in Vernon County, near Virgil City. George was the youngest son of Henry and Emily (Langer) Hlavacek.
He graduated from the Virgil City School. Later, he served as a Private in the United States Army during World War II. George was promoted to Sergeant and helped raise the first American flag on Hokaiddo Island, Japan. He was honorably discharged from Fort Sheridan, IL, in October 1946, after arriving in the United States on the battleship General Weigel. George was proud to have served his country in World War II.
George was employed by the H.B. Davis Car Agency for a few years and later he was employed at the International Shoe Company in El Dorado Springs. He retired from there in May 1982, after 25 years.
On Dec. 21, 1946, he married Pauline Julian. They lived all of their married life in El Dorado Springs and were the parents on one son, the late Dennis Hlavacek.
George was saved April 24, 1957, and was baptized May 5, 1957, by Pastor G.H. Sublett at the First Baptist Church in El Dorado Springs.
George enjoyed his family and home very much. His hobbies were gardening and working in the yard with flowers and shrubs. He and his family enjoyed fishing and traveling. Their most interesting and enjoyable trip was spending a week in Washington, D.C., touring the White House and all the other famous places.
Preceding him in death were: his son, Dennis Hlavacek, on June 22, 2002; his parents, Henry and Emily (Langer) Hlavacek - El Dorado Springs; five sisters - Mary Wright – Nevada, Anna Zartman and Helen Zartman - El Dorado Springs, Josephine Ungermann - Berwyn, IL, and Agnes Alburtis - Warrensburg; and two brothers, J.F. Hlavacek and Vencel Hlavacek - El Dorado Springs.
George is survived by his wife, Pauline - of the home in El Dorado Springs; one grandson, Michael Hlavacek, and wife, Christy, and twin step-great grandchildren, Ethan and Madison - all of Springfield; daughter-in-law, Dalinda Hlavacek - El Dorado Springs; sister-in-law Mary Lady, and husband, Leo; brother-in-law, John Julian, and wife, Linda - all of El Dorado Springs; brother-in-law, Frank Julian, and wife, Penja - Kansas City; and many nephews, nieces, cousins, other relatives and friends.
George will be sadly missed by family members and friends.
A visitation was held at Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home on Monday, Nov. 8. Services were held at the El Dorado Springs First Baptist Church on Tuesday, Nov. 9, with Pastor Ron Marsh officiating. Rusty Carver sang In the Garden, When the Roll is Called Up Yonder and How Great Thou Art accompanied by Rita Farris. Interment followed in El Dorado Springs City Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
Pallbearers were - Ralph Zartman, George Zartman, Rob Zartman, Ron Zartman, John Julian and Leo Lady. Honorary pallbearers were - Frank Julian, Buford Wright, Bob Roe, Mert Fogler, Frank Haynes and O.J. Hawkins.
Saturday, October 30, 2010
Donis Maxine (Tuder) Hartline
Donis Maxine (Tuder) Hartline, 84, El Dorado Springs, passed away Saturday, Oct. 30, 2010, at Community Springs Nursing Home. She was born May 3, 1926, in Randolph, IA, to Floyd and Eula (McMilin) Tuder. She was a member of the First Baptist Church.
Maxine was raised in Missouri and married John Hartline on July 3, 1943. They sold their farm in Walker and moved to El Dorado
Springs in 1974. John passed away Nov. 22, 1999.
Maxine loved the Montana and Idaho mountains. She enjoyed reading, cooking family dinners and drinking coffee at the Powderhorn Restaurant.
Preceding Maxine in death were her parents; her husband; an infant son; one great great-grandchild; and one sister and one brother.
Surviving are her three sons - Jack Hartline, and wife, Neta - El Dorado Springs, Terry Hartline - Lamar, and Tom Hartline - Marshall; seven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
The family received friends on Tuesday, Nov. 2, from 6-7 p.m. at Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home. Services began at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 3, at the Bland-Hackleman Chapel with Rev. Brent Bland officiating. Interment followed in Clintonville Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
Pallbearers were - Landon Hartline, Tim Hartline, Tom Hartline, Kent Bland, Jim Weaver and Travis Leonard.
Maxine was raised in Missouri and married John Hartline on July 3, 1943. They sold their farm in Walker and moved to El Dorado
Springs in 1974. John passed away Nov. 22, 1999.
Maxine loved the Montana and Idaho mountains. She enjoyed reading, cooking family dinners and drinking coffee at the Powderhorn Restaurant.
Preceding Maxine in death were her parents; her husband; an infant son; one great great-grandchild; and one sister and one brother.
Surviving are her three sons - Jack Hartline, and wife, Neta - El Dorado Springs, Terry Hartline - Lamar, and Tom Hartline - Marshall; seven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
The family received friends on Tuesday, Nov. 2, from 6-7 p.m. at Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home. Services began at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 3, at the Bland-Hackleman Chapel with Rev. Brent Bland officiating. Interment followed in Clintonville Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
Pallbearers were - Landon Hartline, Tim Hartline, Tom Hartline, Kent Bland, Jim Weaver and Travis Leonard.
Friday, October 29, 2010
Arthur E. 'Gene' Alexander
Arthur E. “Gene” Alexander, 84, Rayville, died at 10:20 a.m. Friday, Oct. 29, 2010, at the Excelsior Springs Nursing and Rehab Center. Gene was born on April 23, 1926, in El Dorado Springs to Arthur Glenn and Stella (Shaw) Alexander.
He married Venora Sue Adams of Kansas City, on June 30, 1946. She survives of the home.
Gene was a plant manager for Continental Disc in Kansas City for over 20 years. He was a member of the Rayville Christian Union Church. He was a Past Master of Raytown Masonic Lodge #391. He was a United States Navy Veteran of WW II. He had lived in Kansas City before moving to the Rayville area in 1986.
In addition to his parents, Gene was preceded in death by one brother who died in infancy; five sisters- Essie Hilburn, Eunice Duke, Ann Starkey, Mary Cook and Louise Jordan.
In addition to his wife, survivors include, two daughters and two sons-in-law, Terri and Gary West – Independence, and Kathie and Dan Paige - Festus; four grandchildren - Kimberly Lynch, Alex West and his wife, Pam, Adam Paige and Kaitlynn Paige; and three great-grandchildren - Donovan Paige, Annali and Tyler West.
The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Rayville Christian Union Church.
Services were held on Tuesday, Nov. 2, at the Rayville Christian Union Church. Burial was in the Old New Garden Cemetery in Wood Heights, MO. Arrangements: Thurman Funeral Home, 507 E. Main, P.O. Box 190, Richmond, MO 64085 (816) 776-2233.
He married Venora Sue Adams of Kansas City, on June 30, 1946. She survives of the home.
Gene was a plant manager for Continental Disc in Kansas City for over 20 years. He was a member of the Rayville Christian Union Church. He was a Past Master of Raytown Masonic Lodge #391. He was a United States Navy Veteran of WW II. He had lived in Kansas City before moving to the Rayville area in 1986.
In addition to his parents, Gene was preceded in death by one brother who died in infancy; five sisters- Essie Hilburn, Eunice Duke, Ann Starkey, Mary Cook and Louise Jordan.
In addition to his wife, survivors include, two daughters and two sons-in-law, Terri and Gary West – Independence, and Kathie and Dan Paige - Festus; four grandchildren - Kimberly Lynch, Alex West and his wife, Pam, Adam Paige and Kaitlynn Paige; and three great-grandchildren - Donovan Paige, Annali and Tyler West.
The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Rayville Christian Union Church.
Services were held on Tuesday, Nov. 2, at the Rayville Christian Union Church. Burial was in the Old New Garden Cemetery in Wood Heights, MO. Arrangements: Thurman Funeral Home, 507 E. Main, P.O. Box 190, Richmond, MO 64085 (816) 776-2233.
Monday, October 25, 2010
Michael Dennis Helm
Michael Dennis Helm, 48, was born March 14, 1962, at Cedar County Hospital, El Dorado Springs, to Bob and Joy Helm. He left us to go on his final hunting trip on Oct. 25, 2010, surrounded by his family in his home.
Mike was preceded in death by his grandparents, Bob and Christine Helm, Bob Pankey and Murrell Pankey Headlee; uncles, Jack and Rudy Pankey and David Helm.
Mike graduated from El Dorado Springs High School in May of 1980. He then went on to serve our Country in the Navy for the next four years.
At the time of his passing he was the Area Supervisor for Venture Communications.
Other than Mike’s true love of his family and friends, he loved to hunt for the big buck, trot line for the biggest fish and sit and wait for the big bear to walk in.
Mike and Jeanie were married Oct. 18, 1991. They shared their life with their four children - Mike, Zac, Lacy and Tori Helm.
Mike is survived by his wife, Jeanie – of the home; his children - daughter, Tori - of the home, sons, Mike - El Dorado Springs, Zac – Lamar, and Lacy (Helm) Baker - El Dorado; his dad, Bob Helm, and wife, Claudia - El Dorado; his mom, Joy Scott, and husband, Walter - Appleton City; brothers, Ken Helm, and wife, Lori, and Randy Helm, and wife, Shelly; sister, Lori Helm-Thorne; nephews and nieces - Ryan, Uncle Amber, Allyx, Matt, Symantha (Slam), Brittney, Tyler, Ashley, Quincy, Sawyer and Saddie; and grandbaby’s - Brendan, Pyper, Adrian, Laika, Ellie, Evyn, Reagan and Riley, Colton, and to all those that Mike loves and you know who you are.
Services will begin at 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 6, F.O.E. Eagles #4279 with Rev. Brent Bland and Rev. Sam Masters officiating.
Music will be Friends In Low Places, Momma Tried, Live Like You Were Dying and Go Rest High On That Mountain. Final disposition cremation.
Arrangements by Sheldon Funeral of Home El Dorado Springs.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Tori's college fund at Mid Missouri Bank.
Friday, October 22, 2010
Jerry Robert Groom
Jerry Robert Groom, 59, Harrisonville, passed away at KU Medical Center on Friday, Oct. 22, 2010. Jerry was born Dec. 10, 1950, in Smithville. He spent his early childhood in the Gower and Stewartsville area and later in Independence. His parents were Floyd Edard (“Ted”) Groom and Margaret Mildred Donelson Groom. Jerry was the 13th child of 16 children.
He married his wife of 25 years, Linda Davis Eason Groom on Sept. 12, 1985, at his mother’s home in Independence. Jerry had three stepchildren - Lenton E. Eason IV (“Bud”) - Harrisonville, Richard M. Eason - El Dorado Springs, and Joan M., and husband, Buril W. Hardin - El Dorado Springs.
Jerry graduated from Truman High School in Independence and immediately went into the military service. He was a Navy veteran and served in the Vietnam War. Jerry was employed by the Federal Aviation Administration for over 30 years. He was a member of VFW Post 4409 of Harrisonville.
Jerry enjoyed his animals, fishing, working in his vegetable and flower gardens and was especially proud of his rose garden. He was looking forward to retirement and moving to the farm in the El Dorado Springs area.
Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Harrison and Floyd, three brothers-in-law - Bill O’Connor, Charles Hartman and James (“Wimpy)” Hollar.
He is survived by his wife Linda, stepchildren - Bud, Richard, Joan, and husband, Buril; grandchildren - Ashley, Buddy, Cody, Cassie, Cherise, Talon and Larissa; great-grandchild, Landon; sisters, Lucille O’Connor, Helen Hartman, Dixie Hollar, Barbara Prosser, and husband, Bob, Bonnie Shaw, and husband, Jerry, Carol Johnson, and husband, Bill, Joan Herring, and husband, Carrol, Sherry Barron, and husband, Harold, Janie Veach, and husband, Randy, Joyce Clay, and husband, Mike, and Kathy Cockrum, and husband, Troy; brothers, Jim, and wife Norma, and George, and wife, Becky; and a host of nieces, nephews, and friends.
Services were held at 1:30 p.m. at the Church of Christ on Wednesday, Oct. 27, with David Studer officiating. Interment followed in the Clintonville Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
Pallbearers were - Bud Eason, Richard Eason, Talon Hardin, Jim Groom, Harold Barron and Mike Clay. Honorary Pallbearers were - Buril Hardin, Landon Hardin, George Groom and Norm Donelson.
Memorial contributions may be made to: Harrisonville VFW Post 4409; the American Heart Association; the American Cancer Society; or Fair Haven Children’s Home and sent to the Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
He married his wife of 25 years, Linda Davis Eason Groom on Sept. 12, 1985, at his mother’s home in Independence. Jerry had three stepchildren - Lenton E. Eason IV (“Bud”) - Harrisonville, Richard M. Eason - El Dorado Springs, and Joan M., and husband, Buril W. Hardin - El Dorado Springs.
Jerry graduated from Truman High School in Independence and immediately went into the military service. He was a Navy veteran and served in the Vietnam War. Jerry was employed by the Federal Aviation Administration for over 30 years. He was a member of VFW Post 4409 of Harrisonville.
Jerry enjoyed his animals, fishing, working in his vegetable and flower gardens and was especially proud of his rose garden. He was looking forward to retirement and moving to the farm in the El Dorado Springs area.
Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Harrison and Floyd, three brothers-in-law - Bill O’Connor, Charles Hartman and James (“Wimpy)” Hollar.
He is survived by his wife Linda, stepchildren - Bud, Richard, Joan, and husband, Buril; grandchildren - Ashley, Buddy, Cody, Cassie, Cherise, Talon and Larissa; great-grandchild, Landon; sisters, Lucille O’Connor, Helen Hartman, Dixie Hollar, Barbara Prosser, and husband, Bob, Bonnie Shaw, and husband, Jerry, Carol Johnson, and husband, Bill, Joan Herring, and husband, Carrol, Sherry Barron, and husband, Harold, Janie Veach, and husband, Randy, Joyce Clay, and husband, Mike, and Kathy Cockrum, and husband, Troy; brothers, Jim, and wife Norma, and George, and wife, Becky; and a host of nieces, nephews, and friends.
Services were held at 1:30 p.m. at the Church of Christ on Wednesday, Oct. 27, with David Studer officiating. Interment followed in the Clintonville Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
Pallbearers were - Bud Eason, Richard Eason, Talon Hardin, Jim Groom, Harold Barron and Mike Clay. Honorary Pallbearers were - Buril Hardin, Landon Hardin, George Groom and Norm Donelson.
Memorial contributions may be made to: Harrisonville VFW Post 4409; the American Heart Association; the American Cancer Society; or Fair Haven Children’s Home and sent to the Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
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