Casey Liman Bain, 25, Rockville, passed away Wednesday, June 30, 2010, in a car accident in St. Clair County. He was born Feb. 6, 1985, in Clinton to Jennifer Lynn Bain.
Casey grew up in Rockville and Rich Hill where attended Rich Hill High School.
He enjoyed being outside and playing video games. Casey enjoyed a pick-up game of basketball at the park and hanging out with his friends. One of Casey’s favorite pastimes was tormenting and teasing his younger sisters, Sarah and Karly.
As an adult, Casey worked at Colonial Manor Nursing Home in Appleton City. At the time of his death, he was employed at West MO Beef in Rockville.
Casey enjoyed going four wheeling and fishing with his uncles and cousins. He enjoyed being with his family and friends.
Casey is survived by his mother, Jennifer Bain, father, Bruce Base, and sister, Karly – all of Rich Hill, and sister, Sarah Hood – St. Edward, NE; brothers, Zack Base – Houston, MO, and Jade Ellis – Ft. Scott, KS; grandparents, Don and Anna Bain, Rockville; and grandmother, Alice Schmidt – Rich Hill; uncle, Gerard Bain, and wife, Tammy – Montrose; aunts - Gail (Bain) Breen, and husband, Blane; and Christeal (Bain) McClure, and husband, Buddy – Appleton City, and Almeta (Base) Goossen, and husband, Orlando – Rich Hill; uncles, Steve Base, and wife, Kelly – Excelsior Springs, and Loren Base, and wife, Teresa – Warsaw; an numerous cousins and second-cousins.
Graveside services and interment, under the direction of Heuser Funeral Home, Rich Hill, was Monday, July 5, in Rockville Cemetery with Brother Bill Perky and Matt Toppass officiating. Pallbearers were – Gerard Bain, Jeremy McClure, Joe Miller, Greg McClure, Damon Green and Jason Detienne. Honorary pallbearers were Daniel Bledsoe and John Foster.
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Monday, June 28, 2010
Wayne Leroy Briggs
Wayne Leroy Briggs, 62, passed away June 28, 2010, at his home in El Dorado Springs. He was born June 15, 1948, in Clinton, the son of Uel Leroy Briggs and Ottalee Belle Woods Briggs.
Services will be held in the Church of Christ in El Dorado Springs beginning at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, July 1. Visitation will begin at 10 a.m.
Services will then begin at 2:30 p.m. in Vansant-Mills Funeral Home in Clinton. Family and friends will gather at the funeral home one hour before the service. Burial will be in Englewood Cemetery in Clinton.
Wayne was preceded in death by his parents; and infant sister, Judith Kay Briggs; and his stepmother, Dorothy L. Abernathy Briggs.
Survivors include - his stepbrother and wife, Bob and Sue Abernathy, and their family; his stepsister, Susan Elkins, and her family; and a host of uncles, aunts and cousins on both his father and mother’s sides of the family.
For the past 24 years, Wayne was blessed to have the unwavering love and support of his surrogate family in El Dorado Springs who include – Andy, Freda and Franklin Gonzalez and family, and Wayne’s current caregivers, Joe and Veda Barger, and their children. Also missing Wayne are – Larry, Gary and Dale – of the home.
The family requests no flowers and suggest memorial contributions to the Wayne L. Briggs Memorial Scholarship fund in care of Hawthorne Bank, 1400 E. Ohio St., Clinton, MO 64735.
Arrangements by Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton.
Services will be held in the Church of Christ in El Dorado Springs beginning at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, July 1. Visitation will begin at 10 a.m.
Services will then begin at 2:30 p.m. in Vansant-Mills Funeral Home in Clinton. Family and friends will gather at the funeral home one hour before the service. Burial will be in Englewood Cemetery in Clinton.
Wayne was preceded in death by his parents; and infant sister, Judith Kay Briggs; and his stepmother, Dorothy L. Abernathy Briggs.
Survivors include - his stepbrother and wife, Bob and Sue Abernathy, and their family; his stepsister, Susan Elkins, and her family; and a host of uncles, aunts and cousins on both his father and mother’s sides of the family.
For the past 24 years, Wayne was blessed to have the unwavering love and support of his surrogate family in El Dorado Springs who include – Andy, Freda and Franklin Gonzalez and family, and Wayne’s current caregivers, Joe and Veda Barger, and their children. Also missing Wayne are – Larry, Gary and Dale – of the home.
The family requests no flowers and suggest memorial contributions to the Wayne L. Briggs Memorial Scholarship fund in care of Hawthorne Bank, 1400 E. Ohio St., Clinton, MO 64735.
Arrangements by Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton.
Eunice Elizabeth Fox
Eunice Elizabeth Wood Richardson Fox, 88, departed this life to be with her heavenly Father on June 28, 2010. Eunice was born Aug. 8, 1921, to John and Myrtle Wood, the youngest of six children.
She was born and raised in the Coal Hill community where she attended school and church. She was a member of the RLDS Church.
Eunice married James A. Richardson on Sept. 5, 1937. To this union was born three daughters - Shirley Wilson, Sandra Steward and Donna Sullivan. Eunice later married her beloved husband, Ray Fox, on July 5, 1970. She was blessed with Ray’s five children - Alan, Gatha, Greg, Steve and Lisa.
Eunice worked several years in sewing factories and later in the Nevada State Hospital. She was pianist for the Coal Hill Church. She and Ray enjoyed country and gospel music, camping and being with their families. They also enjoyed traveling.
Eunice used her sewing skills by making quilts for her children and grandchildren. She enjoyed upholstering and refinishing furniture for the family.
Eunice was preceded in death by her parents, John and Myrtle Wood; her husband, Ray Fox; a daughter, Sandra Steward; brothers - George Wood, Wallace Wood, Lavern Wood and Loren Wood; a sister, Pauline Gerber; her son-in-law, Aaron Smith; grandson, Jesse Fox; and granddaughter-in-law, Darla Steward.
Survivors are daughters, Donna and Jerry Sullivan - Stockton, Shirley and Harold Wray – Wilson; son-in-law, Leon Steward - El Dorado Springs; step-children - Alan and Carolyn Fox – Quinlan, TX, Gatha Fox - Willard, Steve and Lori Fox - Morrisville, and Lisa Smith – Rogersville; two sister-in-laws, Viola Wood - El Dorado Springs, and Evelyn Wood – Odessa; grandchildren - Brian Sullivan and fiancee, Debbie Rockenhauser - Stockton, Brent and Mary Ann Sullivan - Joplin, Kim and Fred Harris - Neosho, Randall and Julie Wilson - North Kansas City, Chris and Melissa Wilson - Willard, Michael Steward, Brad and Melanie Steward, Scott and Stephanie Steward and Leigh Ann Morgan - all of El Dorado Springs, and Ray’s grandchildren - Jerome, Chad, Carol Lee, Josh, Cassie, Austin, Sisco, Claudia, Lena, Stevie, Erica and Garrett; and many great-grandchildren.
Services were held Thursday, July 1, at Brumback Funeral Home, Stockton.
She was born and raised in the Coal Hill community where she attended school and church. She was a member of the RLDS Church.
Eunice married James A. Richardson on Sept. 5, 1937. To this union was born three daughters - Shirley Wilson, Sandra Steward and Donna Sullivan. Eunice later married her beloved husband, Ray Fox, on July 5, 1970. She was blessed with Ray’s five children - Alan, Gatha, Greg, Steve and Lisa.
Eunice worked several years in sewing factories and later in the Nevada State Hospital. She was pianist for the Coal Hill Church. She and Ray enjoyed country and gospel music, camping and being with their families. They also enjoyed traveling.
Eunice used her sewing skills by making quilts for her children and grandchildren. She enjoyed upholstering and refinishing furniture for the family.
Eunice was preceded in death by her parents, John and Myrtle Wood; her husband, Ray Fox; a daughter, Sandra Steward; brothers - George Wood, Wallace Wood, Lavern Wood and Loren Wood; a sister, Pauline Gerber; her son-in-law, Aaron Smith; grandson, Jesse Fox; and granddaughter-in-law, Darla Steward.
Survivors are daughters, Donna and Jerry Sullivan - Stockton, Shirley and Harold Wray – Wilson; son-in-law, Leon Steward - El Dorado Springs; step-children - Alan and Carolyn Fox – Quinlan, TX, Gatha Fox - Willard, Steve and Lori Fox - Morrisville, and Lisa Smith – Rogersville; two sister-in-laws, Viola Wood - El Dorado Springs, and Evelyn Wood – Odessa; grandchildren - Brian Sullivan and fiancee, Debbie Rockenhauser - Stockton, Brent and Mary Ann Sullivan - Joplin, Kim and Fred Harris - Neosho, Randall and Julie Wilson - North Kansas City, Chris and Melissa Wilson - Willard, Michael Steward, Brad and Melanie Steward, Scott and Stephanie Steward and Leigh Ann Morgan - all of El Dorado Springs, and Ray’s grandchildren - Jerome, Chad, Carol Lee, Josh, Cassie, Austin, Sisco, Claudia, Lena, Stevie, Erica and Garrett; and many great-grandchildren.
Services were held Thursday, July 1, at Brumback Funeral Home, Stockton.
Sunday, June 27, 2010
Lester M. Weaver
Lester M. Weaver, 65, a retired farmer of rural El Dorado Springs, passed away Sunday, June 27, 2010, at home surrounded by family after a 10 year battle with cancer. Lester was born Feb. 13, 1945, in Wayne County, OH, to Monroe A. and Elizabeth (Schlabach) Weaver.
He was a member of Cedar Creek Mennonite Church.
Surviving are his mother, Elizabeth; his wife of 37 years, Elizabeth (Schlabach) Weaver; one daughter, Regina Gallette, and husband, Erik; three sons: Edward Weaver, and wife, Linda, Jason Weaver, and wife, Wanda, and Mark Weaver; eight grandchildren - Anthony, Emily and Erika Gallette, Seth, Avery and Lester Royal Weaver and Nathan and Brock Weaver.
Lester was preceded in death by his father and an infant sister.
Services began at 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 30, at the El Dorado Springs Church of God (Holiness). Pastor Al Miller, Ken Schrock and Nevin Good officiated and the Springhill Youth Group provided music. Interment was in Tennessee Chapel Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home in El Dorado Springs.
Pallbearers were - Danny Newman, Jeff Newman, Jay Martin, Darrel Byler, Dale Lehman and Weldon Headings.
He was a member of Cedar Creek Mennonite Church.
Surviving are his mother, Elizabeth; his wife of 37 years, Elizabeth (Schlabach) Weaver; one daughter, Regina Gallette, and husband, Erik; three sons: Edward Weaver, and wife, Linda, Jason Weaver, and wife, Wanda, and Mark Weaver; eight grandchildren - Anthony, Emily and Erika Gallette, Seth, Avery and Lester Royal Weaver and Nathan and Brock Weaver.
Lester was preceded in death by his father and an infant sister.
Services began at 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 30, at the El Dorado Springs Church of God (Holiness). Pastor Al Miller, Ken Schrock and Nevin Good officiated and the Springhill Youth Group provided music. Interment was in Tennessee Chapel Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home in El Dorado Springs.
Pallbearers were - Danny Newman, Jeff Newman, Jay Martin, Darrel Byler, Dale Lehman and Weldon Headings.
Thursday, June 24, 2010
John D. Solomon
John D. Solomon, 55, Halstead, KS, formerly of El Dorado Springs, passed away Thursday, June 24, 2010, University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, KS. He was born Sept. 21, 1954, in Newton, KS, to John J. and Bettie (Dunn) Solomon Davis.
John graduated from El Dorado Springs High School in 1972.
In 1994, John married Tammy Cramer in Newton, KS, and she survives of the home.
He worked for the former VIM Trailers for 22 years and was the parts service manager for the Truck Parts Company in Wichita, KS.
John was a member of First Missionary Church in Newton, KS, where he served as a deacon and other volunteer positions within the church, including mowing.
He enjoyed restoring classic cars and was a member of the Cottonwood Falls Classic Car Club. He also enjoyed building his home in Peabody, KS.
John was a family man who greatly enjoyed spending time with his loving wife, kids, grandkids, family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his father, John J. Solomon; brother, Willard Solomon; two nephews; and step-father, Arthur Davis.
Survivors in addition to his wife, Tammy, of the home, include his mother, Bettie (Dunn) Davis – Newton, KS; sons – Bobby Rose – Walton, KS, Billy Rose – Newton, KS, Joseph McMurray – Caney, KS, and Jonathon McMurray – Chicago, IL; daughters, Crystal Loving – Locust Grove, OK, and Sarah Solomon – Halstead, KS; 13 grandchildren; brothers, Joseph Solomon – Newton KS, and Steve Solomon – Newton, KS; sister, Peggy Wheaton – Antioch, CA; aunt and uncle, Shirley and Clinton Solomon – Peabody, KS; and aunt, Mary Kimberlin – El Dorado, KS.
Services were held Monday, June 28, at First Missionary Church in Newton, KS, with Pastor Ray Adams officiating. A graveside committal service was held on Tuesday, June 29, in Flat Rock Cemetery near Schell City.
John graduated from El Dorado Springs High School in 1972.
In 1994, John married Tammy Cramer in Newton, KS, and she survives of the home.
He worked for the former VIM Trailers for 22 years and was the parts service manager for the Truck Parts Company in Wichita, KS.
John was a member of First Missionary Church in Newton, KS, where he served as a deacon and other volunteer positions within the church, including mowing.
He enjoyed restoring classic cars and was a member of the Cottonwood Falls Classic Car Club. He also enjoyed building his home in Peabody, KS.
John was a family man who greatly enjoyed spending time with his loving wife, kids, grandkids, family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his father, John J. Solomon; brother, Willard Solomon; two nephews; and step-father, Arthur Davis.
Survivors in addition to his wife, Tammy, of the home, include his mother, Bettie (Dunn) Davis – Newton, KS; sons – Bobby Rose – Walton, KS, Billy Rose – Newton, KS, Joseph McMurray – Caney, KS, and Jonathon McMurray – Chicago, IL; daughters, Crystal Loving – Locust Grove, OK, and Sarah Solomon – Halstead, KS; 13 grandchildren; brothers, Joseph Solomon – Newton KS, and Steve Solomon – Newton, KS; sister, Peggy Wheaton – Antioch, CA; aunt and uncle, Shirley and Clinton Solomon – Peabody, KS; and aunt, Mary Kimberlin – El Dorado, KS.
Services were held Monday, June 28, at First Missionary Church in Newton, KS, with Pastor Ray Adams officiating. A graveside committal service was held on Tuesday, June 29, in Flat Rock Cemetery near Schell City.
Sunday, June 20, 2010
Debra Kay (Shinn) Nance
Debra “Debbie” Kay Nance, 56, of Fair Play, passed away on Sunday, June 20, 2010, in a car accident near Weaubleau. She was born May 2, 1954, in Sedalia to James Richard Shinn and Ina Evalene (Tucker) Shinn.
Debbie served as Postmaster at Fair Play Post Office in Fair Play for 20 years. She was a former board member of the Fair Play Library and was past president and current member of the Community Betterment Association in Fair Play.
She was saved at the age of eight at Hogles Creek Missionary Baptist Church and was a Charter Member of the Freedom Missionary Baptist Church near Warsaw. Love thy neighbor as thyself is how Debbie lived her life. With a heart of gold she helped everyone she met. Debbie had a strong desire that everyone would know her savior. She will be greatly missed by her brothers and sisters in Christ.
She was preceded in death by her first husband, Gary McMillin, who died while serving in Vietnam in 1970.
Debbie is survived by her daughter, Jessi Loehr – Bolivar; a son, Ricky Nance, and his wife, Cassy – Collins; her parents, James and Ina Shinn – Osceola; two brothers, Jim Shinn, and his wife, Terri - Osceola, and Billy Shinn, and his wife, Melanie - El Dorado Springs; one sister, Donna Hart, and her husband, Bill – Osceola; her grandmother, Ina Tucker – Warsaw; five grandchildren - Seth Loehr, Justus Loehr, Demetrius King, Tommy Nance and Daniel Nance; many nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Services were held Thursday, June 24, at the Butler Funeral Home in Bolivar with Brother Carl DeFreece officiating. Musical selections were There’s A Great Day Coming and Victory In Jesus sung by Emily Shinn. The congregational song was Amazing Grace. A video presentation was played with the background song Rock Of Ages which was sung the night she was saved. Juanita Smith played the piano.
Burial under the direction of Butler Funeral Home in Bolivar, was in the Freedom Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery near Warsaw in Benton County. Songs sung at the cemetery were I’ll Fly Away and Peace In The Valley. Pallbearers were - Craig Hart, Ryan Shinn, Chad Shinn, Randy Ridgway, Mike Nance and Zane Durnell. Honorary Pallbearers were Jamey Nance and Travis Nance.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Freedom Missionary Baptist Church c/o Butler Funeral Home, 407 E. Broadway, Bolivar, Missouri 65613.
Debbie served as Postmaster at Fair Play Post Office in Fair Play for 20 years. She was a former board member of the Fair Play Library and was past president and current member of the Community Betterment Association in Fair Play.
She was saved at the age of eight at Hogles Creek Missionary Baptist Church and was a Charter Member of the Freedom Missionary Baptist Church near Warsaw. Love thy neighbor as thyself is how Debbie lived her life. With a heart of gold she helped everyone she met. Debbie had a strong desire that everyone would know her savior. She will be greatly missed by her brothers and sisters in Christ.
She was preceded in death by her first husband, Gary McMillin, who died while serving in Vietnam in 1970.
Debbie is survived by her daughter, Jessi Loehr – Bolivar; a son, Ricky Nance, and his wife, Cassy – Collins; her parents, James and Ina Shinn – Osceola; two brothers, Jim Shinn, and his wife, Terri - Osceola, and Billy Shinn, and his wife, Melanie - El Dorado Springs; one sister, Donna Hart, and her husband, Bill – Osceola; her grandmother, Ina Tucker – Warsaw; five grandchildren - Seth Loehr, Justus Loehr, Demetrius King, Tommy Nance and Daniel Nance; many nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Services were held Thursday, June 24, at the Butler Funeral Home in Bolivar with Brother Carl DeFreece officiating. Musical selections were There’s A Great Day Coming and Victory In Jesus sung by Emily Shinn. The congregational song was Amazing Grace. A video presentation was played with the background song Rock Of Ages which was sung the night she was saved. Juanita Smith played the piano.
Burial under the direction of Butler Funeral Home in Bolivar, was in the Freedom Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery near Warsaw in Benton County. Songs sung at the cemetery were I’ll Fly Away and Peace In The Valley. Pallbearers were - Craig Hart, Ryan Shinn, Chad Shinn, Randy Ridgway, Mike Nance and Zane Durnell. Honorary Pallbearers were Jamey Nance and Travis Nance.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Freedom Missionary Baptist Church c/o Butler Funeral Home, 407 E. Broadway, Bolivar, Missouri 65613.
Mildred Lorene (Pankey) Marshall
Mildred Lorene (Pankey) Marshall, 79, El Dorado Springs, was born Feb. 2, 1931, to Gilbert and Nada Pankey in Stockton. She passed away June 20, 2010, at St. John’s Hospital in Springfield.
Mildred was saved at any early age at Virgil City Liberty Church. She married Donald E. Marshall on Dec. 31, 1951, and to this union seven children were born.
Mildred and Don were members of the Union Hall Baptist Church in El Dorado Springs.
While working outside the home for many years, Mildred enjoyed her co-workers and caring for others. She also loved spending time with her family and especially enjoyed her grandchildren and great-grandchildren in later years. She was a special blessing to each family member and everyone holds their own special memories of their time spent together. She will be sadly missed by all who loved her.
Preceding her in death were her parents; infant sister, Beverly; and one brother, Dwain Pankey.
Survivors include her husband, Donald E. Marshall; seven children - Sharon Berning and husband, Roger, Randy Marshall and wife, Carolyn, Lindell Marshall and wife, Kris, Sharyl Wynes and husband, Mike, Shana Newman and husband, Jeff - all of El Dorado Springs, Sheila Frieze and husband, Mark - Stockton, and Sharla Stonebraker and Guy Manning - Nevada; one sister, Marvalene Pankey - El Dorado Springs; 16 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Services began at 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 23, at Bland-Hackleman Chapel. Brother Elbert Ford and Brother Mark Mitchell officiated the service and Janet Cheek and Brenda Hill provided the music. A visitation was held just prior to the service at the funeral home. Interment was in Virgil City Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home. Pallbearers were - Randon Marshall, Justin Marshall, Joshua Berning, Jacob Berning, Addison Wynes and Dillon Frieze. Honorary pallbearers were - J.C. Marshall, L.D. Forest, C.B. Campbell, Roger Berning and Doyle White.
Memorial donations may be made to Virgil City Cemetery.
Mildred was saved at any early age at Virgil City Liberty Church. She married Donald E. Marshall on Dec. 31, 1951, and to this union seven children were born.
Mildred and Don were members of the Union Hall Baptist Church in El Dorado Springs.
While working outside the home for many years, Mildred enjoyed her co-workers and caring for others. She also loved spending time with her family and especially enjoyed her grandchildren and great-grandchildren in later years. She was a special blessing to each family member and everyone holds their own special memories of their time spent together. She will be sadly missed by all who loved her.
Preceding her in death were her parents; infant sister, Beverly; and one brother, Dwain Pankey.
Survivors include her husband, Donald E. Marshall; seven children - Sharon Berning and husband, Roger, Randy Marshall and wife, Carolyn, Lindell Marshall and wife, Kris, Sharyl Wynes and husband, Mike, Shana Newman and husband, Jeff - all of El Dorado Springs, Sheila Frieze and husband, Mark - Stockton, and Sharla Stonebraker and Guy Manning - Nevada; one sister, Marvalene Pankey - El Dorado Springs; 16 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Services began at 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 23, at Bland-Hackleman Chapel. Brother Elbert Ford and Brother Mark Mitchell officiated the service and Janet Cheek and Brenda Hill provided the music. A visitation was held just prior to the service at the funeral home. Interment was in Virgil City Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home. Pallbearers were - Randon Marshall, Justin Marshall, Joshua Berning, Jacob Berning, Addison Wynes and Dillon Frieze. Honorary pallbearers were - J.C. Marshall, L.D. Forest, C.B. Campbell, Roger Berning and Doyle White.
Memorial donations may be made to Virgil City Cemetery.
Saturday, June 19, 2010
Sena Lou (Woodruff)) Watkins
Sena Lou (Woodruff) Watkins, 84, was born Aug. 16, 1925, in Mt. Washington, MO, the oldest child of John William and Eunice Mae Woodruff. She departed this life on June 19, 2010, to be with her Lord and Savior.
Sena Lou moved to El Dorado Springs when she was eight. She attended school in El Dorado Springs and graduated in 1943.
She received her nursing license in 1953. Sena Lou worked many years with Dr. Magee and loved telling everyone about how nursing was in the “old days.” She was recognized by the Missouri State Board of Nursing for over 50 years of service. She worked until November 2009, when her health would not allow her to continue.
On Nov. 5, 1950, she married the love of her life, Raymond Carl Watkins. To this union one son was born, William “Scott” Watkins Sr.
Sena Lou was a very dedicated mother, nurse, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was a very caring person, always helping others when she could. When it came to being grandma, she was the best. Her words of wisdom to other grandmothers,”“Feed your grandchildren homemade chicken noodle soup. Also, take your kids to Annie’s after school.” One of her favorite things to do with her great-grandchildren was to take them on the golf cart to see the moos (cows).
Sena Lou was an active member of the Park Street Christian Church for many years. She was baptized at the First Christian Church in El Dorado Springs. In her younger years, she was the song leader. She was named El Dorado Springs Citizen of the Year in the early 1980’s. Sena Lou was recognized by the Vernon County Youth Fair for over 35 years of volunteer service. She was a member of the Royal Neighbors.
Preceding Sena Lou in death were her husband, Raymond; her parents; and one grandson, William Scott “Scotty” Watkins Jr.
She is survived by her son, Scott Watkins and wife, Barbara - El Dorado Springs; four grandchildren - Linda Hallam and husband, Tristan - Belton, Brandon Watkins and wife, Tessie - El Dorado Springs, Jessica Ulrich and husband, Tustin - Liberal, and Jeremy Watkins and wife, Jamie - Alba; four great-grandchildren - Kalei Jo Hallam, Chloe Faith Ulrich, Lanie Ann Watkins and Braxton Ray Hallam; one brother, John Woodruff - Bellville, KS; and numerous nieces and nephews, cousins and other family members and friends. Her family and friends were blessed by her presence and will treasure her memory always.
Services were held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, June 23, at the Park Street Christian Church with Steve Bond officiating. Music selections were provided by her grandchildren and Peggy Carter. Interment followed in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home, El Dorado Springs.
Pallbearers were - Brandon Watkins, Jeremy Watkins, Tustin Ulrich, Tristan Hallam, Kenny Watkins, Dennis Watkins and John Woodruff. Honorary pallbearers were - Richard Watkins, Melvin Ware, J.D. Redburn, Ken Wood and Gene Starkey.
Memorial donations may be made to Park Street Christian Church.
Ronald M. Sallee
Ronald M. Sallee, 72, of Erie, KS, died at 3:36 a.m., Saturday, June 19, 2010, at Labette Health in Parsons, KS. He was born March
29, 1938, in Coffeyville, KS, to Max and Augusta (Ernie) Sallee.
In his early years he lived in Humboldt, KS, and Chanute, KS. Since 2003, he had lived in Erie.
Throughout his adult life, he worked as a truck driver and in the oil fields. He loved to do restoration work on old items and to attend auctions. He was an avid outdoorsman and loved to fish and care for his many animals. He loved his family and wasn’t afraid to “tell it like it was.” In his “downtime,” he enjoyed a good western movie.
He is survived by three sons – Rick Sallee and Robbie Sallee and his wife, Janet – all of Chanute and Buddie Sallee – Humboldt; two daughters, Starla Dobbs and her husband, Lucas, and Rhonda Bland and her husband, Lyle – all of El Dorado Springs; 17 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.
Services began at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 23, at the Pierce-Carson-Wall Funeral Home in Erie, KS. Burial followed at 2 p.m. in the Restlawn Cemetery in Coffeyville, KS.
Memorials are suggested to the American Cancer Society. They may be left at the funeral home or sent to the funeral home at Box 182, Erie, KS 66733.
Friday, June 18, 2010
Ada Irene (Pinkley) Capps
Ada Irene Pinkley Capps, 86, daughter of Horace and Maude Pinkley, was born on June 17, 1924. She left her earthly home and her dear family to be with her heavenly Lord and Savior on June 18, 2010, after several years of various illnesses.
Ada lived several years in the Kansas City area until after the death of her husband, Glen Capps. After Glen’s death, she moved to Chanute, KS, to be close to her sister, Maudie M. Churchill. Ada lived several years in Chanute, KS, until after Maudie’s death. After the death of her sister, Maudie, Ada then moved to El Dorado Springs in the fall of 2001 to be near what family she had left. Her family then consisted of several nieces and nephews.
Ada accepted Jesus as her Lord and Savior several years ago. She worshipped at Blue Ridge Holiness Church.
She was united in marriage to Arthur Glen Capps on June 28, 1947. To this union they adopted one child, Robert James Capps, who was born January 10, 1962.
After retirement, Glen and Ada traveled all over the U.S. to bluegrass festivals. She absolutely loved bluegrass music. Glen and Ada came from the city every weekend to spend time with nieces and nephews in this area and in the Collins area. They loved their nieces and nephews so much, they would take turns taking them back to the city with them for a few days at a time. She had several grandchildren. She was especially close to Rebecca, Stephanie and Josh Capps who live here in El Dorado Springs not far from Ada’s home.
Ada was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Glen, and her sister, Maudie, and several other family members.
She is survived by her son, Robert James Capps; her grandchildren - Jason, Josh, Stephanie and Rebecca Capps; her daughter-in-law, Christine Ann Capps; two sisters-in-law, Corda Verley and Bonnie Capps; many nieces, nephews and a host of dear friends and Annie Spencer and Lois Hood whom she loved dearly.
Services were held Tuesday, June 22, in the Sheldon Chapel with Rev. James Coleman and Rev. Brent Bland officiating. Music was Amazing Grace by Stephanie Capps, In the Garden by Jannah Farrington and In My Father’s House.
Casketbearers were – Joe Barger, Bryan Cloyd, Jared Dutcher, Joshua Capps, Jeff Capps and Greg Powell. Interment was in the Freman-Holsapple Cemetery, Collins.
Arrangements by Sheldon Funeral Home in El Dorado Springs.
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
Lucy Lea Leer
Lucy Lea Leer, 30, El Dorado Springs, formerly of Nevada, passed away at her residence Wednesday, June 16, 2010, following a sudden illness. She was born July 15, 1979, in Nevada to Alfred Ray Leer and Marilyn Gayl Chaney.
Lucy was born and raised in Nevada and spent most of her life there. She recently resided in El Dorado Springs. She attended the Pentecostal Church and loved to sew and raise her children.
Survivors include two daughters, Amieleigh Barnard and Erin Barnard – both of the home; her mother, Marilyn Gayl Chaney – Clinton; her father, Alfred Leer – Adrian; one brother, Telly Leer–– the state of Colorado; and friend, Gary McKinney – of the home.
A graveside service will begin at 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 22, in Newton Burial Park in Nevada with Chad Polland officiating.
Contributions may be made in her memory to a fund for her children in care of Ferry Funeral Home, 301 S. Washington, Nevada, MO 64772.
Lucy was born and raised in Nevada and spent most of her life there. She recently resided in El Dorado Springs. She attended the Pentecostal Church and loved to sew and raise her children.
Survivors include two daughters, Amieleigh Barnard and Erin Barnard – both of the home; her mother, Marilyn Gayl Chaney – Clinton; her father, Alfred Leer – Adrian; one brother, Telly Leer–– the state of Colorado; and friend, Gary McKinney – of the home.
A graveside service will begin at 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 22, in Newton Burial Park in Nevada with Chad Polland officiating.
Contributions may be made in her memory to a fund for her children in care of Ferry Funeral Home, 301 S. Washington, Nevada, MO 64772.
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
David Edward 'Ed' McCannon
David “Ed” McCannon Jr., 73, Blue Springs, formerly of Schell City, passed away June 15, 2010, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Blue Springs. He was born in Chilhowee on Dec. 2, 1936.
He loved to play poker and watch old westerns on TV. He will be missed by family and friends.
Ed is survived by Deanna Marlow, Blue Springs; daughter, Sheri Ring and husband, Ron – Lee’s Summit; sons, Charles Edward
McCannon and wife, Amy - Alton, IL, and David Edward McCannon III – Excelsior Springs; step-son, Rick Marlow and wife, Becky – Pleasant Hill; step-daughter, Melissa Goss and husband, Randy – Blue Springs; nine grandchildren and one great-granddaughter.
Graveside services with interment was Saturday, June 19, in Green Lawn Cemetery in Schell City with speaker David Souza officiating. Pallbearers were – Chuck McCannon, David McCannon, Sean McCannon, Ricky Marlow, Gary Stoneking and Billy Ramsell. Honorary pallbearers were – Randy Goss and Clarence Conwell.
Arrangements were entrusted to the Lewis-Hoagland Funeral Home in Schell City.
He loved to play poker and watch old westerns on TV. He will be missed by family and friends.
Ed is survived by Deanna Marlow, Blue Springs; daughter, Sheri Ring and husband, Ron – Lee’s Summit; sons, Charles Edward
McCannon and wife, Amy - Alton, IL, and David Edward McCannon III – Excelsior Springs; step-son, Rick Marlow and wife, Becky – Pleasant Hill; step-daughter, Melissa Goss and husband, Randy – Blue Springs; nine grandchildren and one great-granddaughter.
Graveside services with interment was Saturday, June 19, in Green Lawn Cemetery in Schell City with speaker David Souza officiating. Pallbearers were – Chuck McCannon, David McCannon, Sean McCannon, Ricky Marlow, Gary Stoneking and Billy Ramsell. Honorary pallbearers were – Randy Goss and Clarence Conwell.
Arrangements were entrusted to the Lewis-Hoagland Funeral Home in Schell City.
Monday, June 14, 2010
Jean (Largent) Mach
Jean Mach, 83, formerly of El Dorado Springs, passed away June 14, 2010. She was born Oct. 4, 1926, at Lansing, MI, to James and Ollie (Esslinger) Largent.
She was preceded in death by two sons, S. F. “Nub” and Stephen Ketterman.
Survivors include her husband, Raymond – Scandia, KS; daughter, Toni (Ketterman) Morrissey – Joplin; step-children, Terri Paugh and Randy Mach - Belleville, and Lori Reinke - Milo, IA; six grandchildren; seven step-grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; and five step-great grandchildren.
Services will begin at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home, Belleville, KS, with burial in Riverview Cemetery, Scandia, KS.
Memorials suggested to National Jewish Asthma Hospital of Denver in care of the funeral home.
Friends my call at the funeral home from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday.
Arrangements by Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home, 1104 20th Street, P.O. Box 566, Belleville, KS 66935-0566.
For information, call 785-527-2211 or 800-783-2203 or email www.tibbettsfischer funeral home.com.
She was preceded in death by two sons, S. F. “Nub” and Stephen Ketterman.
Survivors include her husband, Raymond – Scandia, KS; daughter, Toni (Ketterman) Morrissey – Joplin; step-children, Terri Paugh and Randy Mach - Belleville, and Lori Reinke - Milo, IA; six grandchildren; seven step-grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; and five step-great grandchildren.
Services will begin at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home, Belleville, KS, with burial in Riverview Cemetery, Scandia, KS.
Memorials suggested to National Jewish Asthma Hospital of Denver in care of the funeral home.
Friends my call at the funeral home from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday.
Arrangements by Tibbetts-Fischer Funeral Home, 1104 20th Street, P.O. Box 566, Belleville, KS 66935-0566.
For information, call 785-527-2211 or 800-783-2203 or email www.tibbettsfischer funeral home.com.
Friday, June 11, 2010
Lillian Ione (Newman) Sunderwirth
Lillian Ione Newman Sunderwirth, 99, was born near El Dorado Springs on Sept. 21, 1910, the oldest daughter of Leland and Pearl Scott Newman and departed this life, June 11, 2010.
She received her education in Vernon County schools and received her cosmetology license from Mariwood Beauty College in 1935. She established a beauty shop in El Dorado Springs in 1937. She practiced 73 years, always helping the needy because she knew everyone liked to look nice even if they couldn’t afford it.
Lillian married Wilbert Sunderwirth, an attorney and judge, on Oct. 9, 1943. Wilbert had traveled all of the United States and Canada and played trombone with the Shrine Band. He preceded her in death on May 3, 1987.
Lillian was a very dedicated and active member of the community. She was a member of multiple clubs and organizations including: First Baptist Church of El Dorado Springs where she attended faithfully as long as her health allowed, National Hairdressers and Cosmetology, Grand Cross of Colors, El Dorado Springs Chamber of Commerce, Royal Neighbors of America, Cedar County Library, Rainbow for Girls, Preserve our Past Society and many others.
Lillian was a long time faithful member of the Order of the Eastern Star. During this time she held the following offices:
* Worthy Matron 1953 Eastern Star El Dorado Springs Chapter 148
* District Deputy 42nd District of Missouri 1955
* Grand Organist of Missouri 1957
* Grand Warden 1963
* Grand Representative of Ontario Canada 1959-1963
*Assistant Committee Member of General Grand Chapter of Wisconsin 1973
* Grand Trailer of Missouri in 1960
* Grand Trailer in Wisconsin 1969-1972
Lillian had a passion for music and managed the El Dorado Springs Municipal Band for 55 years and had music ready for the first two weeks of the 2010 season. In 2003, the El Dorado Springs Lions Club, with permission from the City, dedicated and renamed the bandstand in the Park as the “Sunderwirth Band Stand.” The El Dorado Springs Chamber of Commerce dedicated the commemorative plate, “And the Band Played On and On And On...” to Lillian in 2009 for the Band’s 123rd anniversary.
She was named El Dorado Springs Citizen of the Year in 2001.
She served for three years as Elected District Musician of the Royal Neighbors and served as organist for Rest Haven for religious services since 1980.
In addition to her husband, Lillian was preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Paul, and his wife Lillian; her brother-in-law, Orville Nicholas, and many other relatives.
She leaves to mourn her death: A dearly loved sister, Nellie Nicholas; two nieces, Anna Lee, and husband, Wayne Barker, and Paula Newman - all of El Dorado Springs; four nephews - Dannie Newman, and wife, Sharon - of El Dorado Springs, Larry Newman, and wife, Sherrie - of Stockton, Randy Newman, and friend, Lorrie - of Nixa, and Ricky Newman, and friend, Sally - of Humansville; nephews by marriage, Alfred and Stanley Sunderwirth; a niece, Betty Pollard; a dear person she called her other sister, Velda Faye King; and many other relatives and friends.
She loved people, met them with a smile and was dearly loved by many.
Services were held Tuesday, June 15, in Sheldon Chapel, El Dorado Springs, with Bro. Frank Haynes officiating. Richard Sunderwirth sang How Great Thou Art and The Old Rugged Cross. Elbert and Teri Biddlecome sang The Holy City. The pianist was Gail Ingle. Casketbearers were - Joe Levi, Jason Biddlecome, Ed Sprinkle, Mert Fogler, Steve Banks, Elbert Biddlecome and Gary Hardison.
Interment was in El Dorado Springs City Cemetery under direction Sheldon Funeral Home, El Dorado Springs,
Mary Cathryn McMasters
Mary Cathryn (Katie) McMasters, 80, was born Sept. 24, 1929, to James and Irene Smith in Morganton, NC. She passed away on June 11, 2010, at the Cedar County Memorial Hospital.
On June 4, 1968, Katie and Ferrel McMasters were joined in marriage. Together they shared many happy years. Katie was a wonderful mother to her sons, Steve and Mike Wills. She was very dedicated to her family.
She and Ferrel were longtime members of the First Baptist Church in El Dorado Springs.
After her retirement in 1992, she devoted herself to her husband, her family and her home. She loved to cook and plant flowers. Katie was a source of inspiration to everyone who knew her. She was an independent woman of impeccable character. Her family and friends have been blessed by her presence and will treasure her memory always.
Katie is survived by her husband of 42 years, Ferrel; her sons, Steve and Mike Wills; two grandsons, Jesse and Jackson Wills; and one great grandson, Jonathan Deckard Wills. Her memory will live on in those who loved her so very much.
Graveside services and burial was held Tuesday, June 15, in Fullington Cemetery, Cane Hill, with Rev. Brent Bland officiating. Music was Amazing Grace.
Casketbearers were -Jesse Wills, Mike McMasters, Jackson Wills, Dale Bishop, Leland McMasters, Terry McMasters and Monte Russell.
Arrangements under the direction of Sheldon Funeral Home, El Dorado Springs.
Vera Marie (Green) Hunt
Vera Marie (Green) Hunt, 82, Lincoln, NE, formerly of El Dorado Springs, passed away on Friday, June 11, 2010. She was born June 30, 1927, in El Dorado Springs, to Robert M. and Mary L. (Davis) Green.
She married George “Junior” Hunt and to this union three sons were born - Larry, Randy and Gary.
Vera worked at Russell Stover Candies until it’s closing and also worked for Lincoln Public Schools in the Belmont Grade School cafeteria. She loved her garden, flowers and especially her children and grandchildren.
Preceding her in death were her parents; one sister, Leta Faye Mann; and three brothers - Paul, Virgil and Leo Green.
Vera is survived by her husband, George “Junior” Hunt; three sons - Larry D. Hunt and wife, Valeria, Randy D. Hunt and wife, Sheri, and Gary D. Hunt - all of Lincoln, NE; five grandchildren - Cassy Hunt, Tiffany Hunt, Sadie Hunt, Timothy Hunt - and John Hunt; seven step-grandchildren; one sister, Eunice Smith - El Dorado Springs; one brother, Marvin Green and wife, Marvine - El Dorado Springs; and several nieces and nephews.
Services began at 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 16, in Bland-Hackleman Chapel with Rev. James Coleman officiating. Lorraine Miller provided music. Interment followed in El Dorado Springs City Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home in El Dorado Springs. Pallbearers were - Mitch Julian, Chris Julian, Brian Chism, Dave Taylor, Bob Smith and Scott Green. Honorary pallbearers were Brad Leonard and J.R. Hunt.
Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association and left at the funeral home.
She married George “Junior” Hunt and to this union three sons were born - Larry, Randy and Gary.
Vera worked at Russell Stover Candies until it’s closing and also worked for Lincoln Public Schools in the Belmont Grade School cafeteria. She loved her garden, flowers and especially her children and grandchildren.
Preceding her in death were her parents; one sister, Leta Faye Mann; and three brothers - Paul, Virgil and Leo Green.
Vera is survived by her husband, George “Junior” Hunt; three sons - Larry D. Hunt and wife, Valeria, Randy D. Hunt and wife, Sheri, and Gary D. Hunt - all of Lincoln, NE; five grandchildren - Cassy Hunt, Tiffany Hunt, Sadie Hunt, Timothy Hunt - and John Hunt; seven step-grandchildren; one sister, Eunice Smith - El Dorado Springs; one brother, Marvin Green and wife, Marvine - El Dorado Springs; and several nieces and nephews.
Services began at 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 16, in Bland-Hackleman Chapel with Rev. James Coleman officiating. Lorraine Miller provided music. Interment followed in El Dorado Springs City Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home in El Dorado Springs. Pallbearers were - Mitch Julian, Chris Julian, Brian Chism, Dave Taylor, Bob Smith and Scott Green. Honorary pallbearers were Brad Leonard and J.R. Hunt.
Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association and left at the funeral home.
Monday, June 7, 2010
Marilyn (Henderson) Jones
Marilyn Sue (Henderson) Jones, 67, Liberty, passed away Monday, June 7, 2010, at KU Medical Center following a courageous battle with breast cancer. Marilyn was born Nov. 19, 1942, to Marland and Velma (Capps) Henderson.
Marilyn graduated from El Dorado Springs High School. She was an avid cook. She enjoyed digital scrap booking, music of all sorts and was a debater of politics. She was faithful and a believer in the Word of God. A true matriarch of the family, Marilyn was a devoted, caring and loving wife, mother and grandmother.
Marilyn is survived by her husband, Steve Jones; children - Marla Wynes-Leeper and husband, Dennis, Randall Wynes and wife, Bobbi Jo, and Joel Wynes and wife, Lydia; step children, Brian Jones and Laura Jones; grandchildren - Micah Wynes, Katelin Valadez, Rebecca Wynes, Sarah Wynes, Taylor Dyer, Christopher Valadez, Jonah Wynes, Shelby Dyer, Jillian Valadez, Maleah “Mimi” Wynes; step-grandchildren - Douglas Spivey, Reade Spivey and Dennis Leeper III; brother, Gene Henderson and wife, Judy; and one expected great grandchild.
Visitation will be from 2-4 p.m. Thursday, June 10, at Carson-Speaks Chapel, 1501 W. Lexington Ave., Independence. Graveside services will begin at 5 p.m. Thursday at Pleasant Ridge Cemetery in Weston. Marilyn’s favorite charity was St. Jude Children’s Hospital.
Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.speakschapel.com. Arrangements by Carson-Speaks Chapel, Independence 816-252-7900.
Marilyn graduated from El Dorado Springs High School. She was an avid cook. She enjoyed digital scrap booking, music of all sorts and was a debater of politics. She was faithful and a believer in the Word of God. A true matriarch of the family, Marilyn was a devoted, caring and loving wife, mother and grandmother.
Marilyn is survived by her husband, Steve Jones; children - Marla Wynes-Leeper and husband, Dennis, Randall Wynes and wife, Bobbi Jo, and Joel Wynes and wife, Lydia; step children, Brian Jones and Laura Jones; grandchildren - Micah Wynes, Katelin Valadez, Rebecca Wynes, Sarah Wynes, Taylor Dyer, Christopher Valadez, Jonah Wynes, Shelby Dyer, Jillian Valadez, Maleah “Mimi” Wynes; step-grandchildren - Douglas Spivey, Reade Spivey and Dennis Leeper III; brother, Gene Henderson and wife, Judy; and one expected great grandchild.
Visitation will be from 2-4 p.m. Thursday, June 10, at Carson-Speaks Chapel, 1501 W. Lexington Ave., Independence. Graveside services will begin at 5 p.m. Thursday at Pleasant Ridge Cemetery in Weston. Marilyn’s favorite charity was St. Jude Children’s Hospital.
Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.speakschapel.com. Arrangements by Carson-Speaks Chapel, Independence 816-252-7900.
Sunday, June 6, 2010
Janice Sue 'Jannette' Galster
Janice Sue “Janette” Galster, 55, Nevada, passed away on Sunday, June 6, 2010, at her home in Nevada following a lengthy illness. She was born April 4, 1955, in El Dorado Springs to Gene Fleener and Phyllis Larson Fleener.
She married Gary Lee Galster on April 13, 1996, in Miami, OK, and he survives of the home.
Janette was a graduate of the El Dorado Springs High School. She lived most of her life in Walker and Nevada. She worked for 25 years at Nevada Habilitation Center until her retirement in May of 2010.
Survivors in addition to her husband, Gary, include: Four children – Stephanie Halcomb and her husband, Kenny – Nevada, Cory Galster – Nevada, Jamie Galster – Lee’s Summit, and Chris Lechman – Nevada; five grandchildren – Mason Halcomb, McKenzie Halcomb, Brock Lechman, Issac Galster and Hadley Lechman – all of Nevada; six brothers – Danny Fleener, Donny Fleener, Ronnie Fleener, Larry Fleener, Eddie Fleener and Phillip York; two sisters, Delinda Rhyne and Betty Burdick; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents.
Services will begin at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, June 10, in Ferry Funeral Home, 301 S. Washington, Nevada, with Minister Mike Perry officiating. Interment will follow in Coale Hill Cemetery east of El Dorado Springs. A visitation was held from 6-8 p.m.
Wednesday, June 9, at the funeral home in Nevada.
Memorials may be given to the Vernon County Cancer Relief Fund in care of Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada.
She married Gary Lee Galster on April 13, 1996, in Miami, OK, and he survives of the home.
Janette was a graduate of the El Dorado Springs High School. She lived most of her life in Walker and Nevada. She worked for 25 years at Nevada Habilitation Center until her retirement in May of 2010.
Survivors in addition to her husband, Gary, include: Four children – Stephanie Halcomb and her husband, Kenny – Nevada, Cory Galster – Nevada, Jamie Galster – Lee’s Summit, and Chris Lechman – Nevada; five grandchildren – Mason Halcomb, McKenzie Halcomb, Brock Lechman, Issac Galster and Hadley Lechman – all of Nevada; six brothers – Danny Fleener, Donny Fleener, Ronnie Fleener, Larry Fleener, Eddie Fleener and Phillip York; two sisters, Delinda Rhyne and Betty Burdick; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents.
Services will begin at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, June 10, in Ferry Funeral Home, 301 S. Washington, Nevada, with Minister Mike Perry officiating. Interment will follow in Coale Hill Cemetery east of El Dorado Springs. A visitation was held from 6-8 p.m.
Wednesday, June 9, at the funeral home in Nevada.
Memorials may be given to the Vernon County Cancer Relief Fund in care of Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada.
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