Melvin Grant (Bond) Stockdale, 81, El Dorado Springs, was taken home on Sunday, Aug. 22, 2010. He was born in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, on Jan. 15, 1929. He was the fourth child in a row of six children to Robert Stockdale and Mary Ethel Agar.
Bond joined The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and dedicated two years of his life for the Lord by serving a mission in South Africa.
On July 15, 1954, Bond was united in marriage to Joy Velma (Lorea) Walsh. To this union two sons were added, Bryan Victor and Daniel Lynn.
He worked as a carpenter, owned and operated a health food store and worked for Simpsons Sears in Canada. Having grown up in Canada, Bond immigrated to the U.S.A. which he longed to do. His family crossed the border on March 4, 1967, as they set out for Salt Lake City, UT.
Bond continued working for Sears at Salt Lake City, UT, until he had the urge to move again which brought him to Palo Alto, CA, where he continued to work for Sears. Bond was a super salesman and won many awards for selling various products in his career. Bond retired from Sears and moved to St. George, UT, where he worked in yard care service and a plant nursery. Bond loved to garden and to help people with their health needs. Bond moved to El Dorado Springs in 2003 to be closer to family.
Bond was preceded in death by his wife, parents, one sister, one brother and three great-grandchildren.
Survivors include his sons, Daniel (Dianna) Stockdale - El Dorado Springs, Bryan (Paula) Stockdale - Edmonton, Alberta, Canada; 11 grandchildren, Stephanie Romero - Salt Lake City, UT, Brandon Stockdale - Salt Lake City, UT, Monti (Brandi) Stockdale - St. George, UT, Summer Sargent - Middleton, ID, Paul (Jennifer) Stockdale – Butler, Ryan (Karia) Stockdale - Middleton, ID, Joy (Michael) Hull - Seven Lakes, NC, Rosemary (Aaron) Freeman - Overton, NV, Savannah Stockdale - Meridian, ID, Timothy Stockdale - Overton, NV, and Louis Stockdale - El Dorado Springs; 15 great-grandchildren and one on the way. Due to blended families he had many more loved ones.
Viewing began at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 25, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Stockton. Services followed at 10 a.m. Burial was in the Stockton City Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Bond Stockdale’s Memorial Fund at Mid-Missouri Bank to assist with final expenses.
Sunday, August 22, 2010
Frances Sue Woodcock
Frances Sue Woodcock, 61, Independence, passed away Aug. 22, 2010. She was born Jan. 11, 1949, in Clinton, to Theodore and Ellen Rice Greer.
She grew up in Appleton City and Nevada. Frances graduated from Nevada High School in 1967 and Central Missouri State in
1972. She worked for the Welfare Department in Missouri and Riverside, CA.
Frances was preceded in death by her sister, Darline Littleton of Clinton.
She leaves two sons, Chris and his wife, Vicki, and Daniel and his wife, Tina; two grandsons and three granddaughters; and sister-in-law, Linda Strong - Lamar.
Graveside services began at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 25, in Taberville Cemetery with Randy Sheldon officiating. Music was In the Garden.
Arrangements by Sheldon Funeral Home in El Dorado Springs.
She grew up in Appleton City and Nevada. Frances graduated from Nevada High School in 1967 and Central Missouri State in
1972. She worked for the Welfare Department in Missouri and Riverside, CA.
Frances was preceded in death by her sister, Darline Littleton of Clinton.
She leaves two sons, Chris and his wife, Vicki, and Daniel and his wife, Tina; two grandsons and three granddaughters; and sister-in-law, Linda Strong - Lamar.
Graveside services began at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 25, in Taberville Cemetery with Randy Sheldon officiating. Music was In the Garden.
Arrangements by Sheldon Funeral Home in El Dorado Springs.
Perry 'Butch' Chamberlin
Perry “Butch” Chamberlin, 83, Milo, passed away Sunday Aug. 22, 2010, at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Kansas City, following a lengthy illness. He was born March 24, 1927, in Wakenda, MO, to Herman Porter Chamberlin and Kathryn Juliann Hance Chamberlin.
He was married Oct. 16, 1948, in Miami, OK, to Cahterine Cotton and she survives of the home.
Butch spent his youth and early adult life in Kansas City. He was a Navy Veteran.
He worked for many years at McClare-Norrington Chevrolet in Kansas City in the service and parts department. He later worked for a time at Costas Asphalt in Kansas City, KS.
He moved to Vernon County in 1977 to the family farm and resided there since.
He was an avid gardener and loved his dogs and other animals that he raised. He considered one of the best parts of his day was having coffee with his friend, Jim.
In addition to his wife, Catherine, survivors include two sons, two daughters, eight grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
A graveside service will begin at 10 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 26, at Olive Branch Cemetery, Milo, with Pastor Bill Platt officiating.
Contributions may be made in his memory to the American Cancer Society in care of Ferry Funeral Home, 301 S. Washington, Nevada, MO 64772.
He was married Oct. 16, 1948, in Miami, OK, to Cahterine Cotton and she survives of the home.
Butch spent his youth and early adult life in Kansas City. He was a Navy Veteran.
He worked for many years at McClare-Norrington Chevrolet in Kansas City in the service and parts department. He later worked for a time at Costas Asphalt in Kansas City, KS.
He moved to Vernon County in 1977 to the family farm and resided there since.
He was an avid gardener and loved his dogs and other animals that he raised. He considered one of the best parts of his day was having coffee with his friend, Jim.
In addition to his wife, Catherine, survivors include two sons, two daughters, eight grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
A graveside service will begin at 10 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 26, at Olive Branch Cemetery, Milo, with Pastor Bill Platt officiating.
Contributions may be made in his memory to the American Cancer Society in care of Ferry Funeral Home, 301 S. Washington, Nevada, MO 64772.
Saturday, August 21, 2010
Wanda Bee Hill
Wanda Bee Hill, 76, El Dorado Springs, passed away on Saturday, Aug. 21, 2010. She was born April 8, 1934, in Jamesport, to Joseph Guy and Audrey Gertrude (McClain) Brandenburg.
Wanda’s last employment was a purchasing agent for Data Graphics in San Diego, CA. She was an excellent employee, always willing to work hard.
Bill and Wanda moved to El Dorado Springs in 1994. They had been married for 27 years at the time of her passing.
Wanda was a wonderful wife, mother, sister and grandma. She loved her home, her family and her grandchildren. She seemed to find her greatest joy in family get togethers. Cooking and preparing for dinner celebrations with family at Thanksgiving and Christmas were special times.
Preceding her in death were her parents and one son, Joseph Clyde Ray.
Survivors include her husband, Albert “Bill” Hill, of the home; one son, Marc Anthony Ray - Bolivar; four daughters - Audrey Bury and husband, Randall - Fulton, Teresa Jean Broughton and husband, Rodney - Oregon, Winona Jane Ray - Myrtle Beach, SC, and Brenda Elaine Mancil and husband, Ron - Myrtle Beach, SC; 10 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; two brothers - Bob Brandenburg and wife, Jean - Shawnee, KS, and Ronald Brandenburg and wife, Dorothy; one sister, Martha Bryan and husband, Dave - Kansas City; and many other relatives and friends.
A memorial service was held on Sunday, Aug. 22, at Bland-Hackleman Chapel. Her grandson, Dennis Bacon, officiated. Music selections were I Can Only Imagine, The Old Rugged Cross, In the Garden and Amazing Grace. Final disposition was inurnment.
Arrangements were entrusted to Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.
Wanda’s last employment was a purchasing agent for Data Graphics in San Diego, CA. She was an excellent employee, always willing to work hard.
Bill and Wanda moved to El Dorado Springs in 1994. They had been married for 27 years at the time of her passing.
Wanda was a wonderful wife, mother, sister and grandma. She loved her home, her family and her grandchildren. She seemed to find her greatest joy in family get togethers. Cooking and preparing for dinner celebrations with family at Thanksgiving and Christmas were special times.
Preceding her in death were her parents and one son, Joseph Clyde Ray.
Survivors include her husband, Albert “Bill” Hill, of the home; one son, Marc Anthony Ray - Bolivar; four daughters - Audrey Bury and husband, Randall - Fulton, Teresa Jean Broughton and husband, Rodney - Oregon, Winona Jane Ray - Myrtle Beach, SC, and Brenda Elaine Mancil and husband, Ron - Myrtle Beach, SC; 10 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; two brothers - Bob Brandenburg and wife, Jean - Shawnee, KS, and Ronald Brandenburg and wife, Dorothy; one sister, Martha Bryan and husband, Dave - Kansas City; and many other relatives and friends.
A memorial service was held on Sunday, Aug. 22, at Bland-Hackleman Chapel. Her grandson, Dennis Bacon, officiated. Music selections were I Can Only Imagine, The Old Rugged Cross, In the Garden and Amazing Grace. Final disposition was inurnment.
Arrangements were entrusted to Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Landon Leroy 'Lanny' Phelps
Landon Leroy “Lanny” Phelps, 60, Walker, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 18, 2010, at his sister’s home in El Dorado Springs, following an illness of several months. He was born July 10, 1950, in Nevada to William Earl Phelps and Marguerite Milligan Phelps.
Lanny was a lifelong resident of Vernon County. He graduated from Walker High School in 1968. He worked as a mechanic for Guthrie Motors for 26 years until his retirement in 2009. He was a member of the Nevada Eagles Aerie Lodge #3770.
Lanny was preceded in death by his father and sister, Myra Garrett.
Survivors include his mother, Marguerite Phelps – Bolivar; two sisters, Letha Geer, and her husband, Larry – Granby, and Tena Lydon, and her husband, Tim – El Dorado Springs; one brother, Larry Phelps, and his wife, Ruth – Bath, IL; several nieces and nephews and a host of friends.
Services were held Saturday, Aug. 21, at Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada. Interment followed in Olive Branch Cemetery, Milo.
Those who wish may contribute to the Olive Branch Cemetery in-care-of Ferry Funeral Home, 301 Washington, Nevada, MO 64772.
Lanny was a lifelong resident of Vernon County. He graduated from Walker High School in 1968. He worked as a mechanic for Guthrie Motors for 26 years until his retirement in 2009. He was a member of the Nevada Eagles Aerie Lodge #3770.
Lanny was preceded in death by his father and sister, Myra Garrett.
Survivors include his mother, Marguerite Phelps – Bolivar; two sisters, Letha Geer, and her husband, Larry – Granby, and Tena Lydon, and her husband, Tim – El Dorado Springs; one brother, Larry Phelps, and his wife, Ruth – Bath, IL; several nieces and nephews and a host of friends.
Services were held Saturday, Aug. 21, at Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada. Interment followed in Olive Branch Cemetery, Milo.
Those who wish may contribute to the Olive Branch Cemetery in-care-of Ferry Funeral Home, 301 Washington, Nevada, MO 64772.
Robert L. Marcum
Robert L. “Bob” Marcum, 71, was born in Springfield, OR, on Aug. 4, 1939 to Henry and Bonnie Marcum, the second youngest child of 15. Thirteen of the children grew to adulthood while two passed away as young children. He passed away Aug. 18, 2010.
Bob lived in the Corvallis, OR, area until he was 17 and then moved to Missouri with his parents and younger brother, Jim.
It was in Missouri that he met the girl he would marry, Gerry Steward. They were married in 1958, nearly 52 years ago, when Bob was 19 and Gerry was 18. They moved back to Oregon shortly after their wedding and lived in Corvalis and Tillamook before settling in Canby in 1966.
Bob and Gerry had four children. Cindy was born in 1960, Connie in 1962, Cheryl in 1964 and Michael in 1970. He was blessed with his family and worked very hard to provide for them and make wonderful memories. He had eight grandchildren: Cindy’s twins, Justin and Jeremiah - 27 years old, and her daughters, Melissa – 20 and Michelle – 19; Connie’s twins, Kes and Cambria – 14 years old; and Michael’s twins, Brody and Ameila – five years old. Yes, twins ran in Bob’s family as he had twin sisters as well. In addition to Gerry and the kids, Bob is survived by two brothers and two sisters: Virgil – San Diego, CA, Jim – El Dorado Springs, Inis – Salem, OR, and Anna May – Corvallis, OR.
Bob worked as a millwright for Publishers Paper Company for 23 years and was a cattle farmer. In his spare time, he worked on
his farm, worked on cars and farm equipment in his shop and loved to fish (especially in Alaska), hunt, cook, barbeque and visit with his friends and family.
He always had a big smile on his face and was happiest when he was with his wife, Gerry, their kids and grandkids.
Bob lived in the Corvallis, OR, area until he was 17 and then moved to Missouri with his parents and younger brother, Jim.
It was in Missouri that he met the girl he would marry, Gerry Steward. They were married in 1958, nearly 52 years ago, when Bob was 19 and Gerry was 18. They moved back to Oregon shortly after their wedding and lived in Corvalis and Tillamook before settling in Canby in 1966.
Bob and Gerry had four children. Cindy was born in 1960, Connie in 1962, Cheryl in 1964 and Michael in 1970. He was blessed with his family and worked very hard to provide for them and make wonderful memories. He had eight grandchildren: Cindy’s twins, Justin and Jeremiah - 27 years old, and her daughters, Melissa – 20 and Michelle – 19; Connie’s twins, Kes and Cambria – 14 years old; and Michael’s twins, Brody and Ameila – five years old. Yes, twins ran in Bob’s family as he had twin sisters as well. In addition to Gerry and the kids, Bob is survived by two brothers and two sisters: Virgil – San Diego, CA, Jim – El Dorado Springs, Inis – Salem, OR, and Anna May – Corvallis, OR.
Bob worked as a millwright for Publishers Paper Company for 23 years and was a cattle farmer. In his spare time, he worked on
his farm, worked on cars and farm equipment in his shop and loved to fish (especially in Alaska), hunt, cook, barbeque and visit with his friends and family.
He always had a big smile on his face and was happiest when he was with his wife, Gerry, their kids and grandkids.
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Marjorie Geneveve Vilhauer Witt
Marjorie Geneveve Vilhauer Witt, 85, El Dorado Springs passed away on Aug. 17, 2010, at The Maples in Springfield. She was born Dec. 14, 1924, to Roy Lee and Bessie Belle Morlan Vilhauer.
Marjorie was raised on a farm in the Blackjack area.
Marjorie accepted Jesus as Lord and Savior at the Holiness Church in Blackjack at an early age. During later life, she was a loyal member of the Church of Christ in El Dorado Springs. She enjoyed working in the church until her health no longer permitted that activity.
Marjorie married Joe Stanley Witt on March 6, 1946. Marjorie and Joe spent most of their lives in the El Dorado Springs and Kansas City areas. They owned and operated several filling stations and a tire recapping business.
They very much enjoyed traveling and traveled extensively during their lives.
Marjorie was an extremely skilled secretary and worked for several businesses during her life. The position she was most proud of was her employment as executive secretary for the general manager of the John Deere regional offices in Kansas City. She retired from that position in 1981.
The family has many fond memories of those special trips to go visit with Uncle Joe and Aunt Margie. The girls would usually spend time visiting and shopping while the guys would hang around the station. We especially remember those times around the holidays when the family would gather together. Aunt Margie always made those times special.
In later years, Marjorie very much enjoyed the visits from James and Matthew Rogers. To them, she was more like grandma than a neighbor.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Joe S. Witt, her parents, Roy L. and Bessie B. Morlan Vilhauer, numerous brothers-in-law, nieces and nephews.
Surviving family includes a brother, Norman Vilhauer - El Dorado Springs; a sister, Arleta Edwards – Springfield; nieces, Diann and Denny Eisman, Linda and Mike Mann, Gloria and Conrad Smith; and a nephew, Stan and Nelmay Vilhauer; a brother-in-law, Lester Witt; sister-in-laws, Lorene Witt and Lorraine Sands and their families. She loved her family and always enjoyed visits from them. Also near and dear were her neighbors, Bruce, Janie, James and Mathew Rogers.
Services were held Saturday, Aug. 21, at Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home in El Dorado Springs with Pastor Brent Bland officiating. Suzanne Gladden provided music.
Interment was in the El Dorado Springs City Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
Pallbearers were - Scott Baker, Michael Mann, Don Moomaw, Jason Moomaw, Ashley Pruett and Bruce Rogers. Honorary pallbearers were James and Matthew Rogers.
Doris Maxine Jackson
Doris Maxine Jackson, 90, Nixa, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 17, 2010, at her granddaughter’s home in Nixa following a short illness. She was born in Harwood to Bert Alumbaugh and Bessie Berniece Charles Alumbaugh.
She married Ralph James Jackson on Sept. 23, 1942, in Harwood. He preceded her in death in 1982.
Doris grew up in Harwood and was a member of the Harwood Methodist Church. She graduated from Walker High School. She worked for Nelly Don in Nevada for 26 years. She lived in El Dorado Springs for 10 years before moving to Nixa in 1996 to be near her family.
In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by an infant son, Terry, in 1950; one son, Jimmie Jackson in 2005; and four brothers – J.C. Alumbaugh, Don Alumbaugh, Norman Alumbaugh and Lester Alumbaugh.
Doris is survived by one son, Larry Jackson, and his wife, Connie – Springfield; five grandchildren – Doug Jackson – Nixa, Denita Miller–– Nixa, David Jackson – Butler, Tina Holden – Ash Grove, and Stacy Mitchell – Goodman; great-grandchildren – Doug, Ashley, Amanda, Travis, Daniel, Jordan and Caleb; two great-great-grandchildren, Hunter and Alyssa.
Services were held Friday, Aug. 20, at Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada, with Rev. Bill Platt officiating. Interment followed in Green Mound Cemetery, Harwood.
Those who wish may contribute to the Community Hospices of America, 1465 E. Primrose, Springfield, MO 65804 or in care of Ferry Funeral Home, 301 S. Washington, Nevada, MO 64772.
She married Ralph James Jackson on Sept. 23, 1942, in Harwood. He preceded her in death in 1982.
Doris grew up in Harwood and was a member of the Harwood Methodist Church. She graduated from Walker High School. She worked for Nelly Don in Nevada for 26 years. She lived in El Dorado Springs for 10 years before moving to Nixa in 1996 to be near her family.
In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by an infant son, Terry, in 1950; one son, Jimmie Jackson in 2005; and four brothers – J.C. Alumbaugh, Don Alumbaugh, Norman Alumbaugh and Lester Alumbaugh.
Doris is survived by one son, Larry Jackson, and his wife, Connie – Springfield; five grandchildren – Doug Jackson – Nixa, Denita Miller–– Nixa, David Jackson – Butler, Tina Holden – Ash Grove, and Stacy Mitchell – Goodman; great-grandchildren – Doug, Ashley, Amanda, Travis, Daniel, Jordan and Caleb; two great-great-grandchildren, Hunter and Alyssa.
Services were held Friday, Aug. 20, at Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada, with Rev. Bill Platt officiating. Interment followed in Green Mound Cemetery, Harwood.
Those who wish may contribute to the Community Hospices of America, 1465 E. Primrose, Springfield, MO 65804 or in care of Ferry Funeral Home, 301 S. Washington, Nevada, MO 64772.
Sunday, August 15, 2010
Anna Mae (Hargrove) Cox
Anna Mae (Hargrove) Cox, 91, Auburn, NH, formerly of Nevada, passed away Sunday, Aug. 15, 2010, at Parkland Hospital in Derry, NH. She was born Dec. 16, 1918, in rural Vernon County to Charley T. Hargrove and Bertha O. Hawkins Hargrove.
She was a graduate of El Dorado Springs High School.
She married Edwin J. R. Cox of Clarendo, TX, June 29, 1941. He was a commissioned officer in the Naval Reserve during World War II. Mr. Cox died suddenly in November 1962.
After the war, she and her husband lived in Hawthorne, NJ, until moving to the Chicago, IL, area in 1959. After the death of her husband, Anna returned to Vernon County with her children, living in Nevada until 2003 when she joined her daughter in New Hampshire.
Anna was an excellent seamstress and singer. She enjoyed watching baseball and she had a good sense of humor. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Nevada.
Survivors include one daughter, Elizabeth Cox – Auburn, NH; one son, J.R. Cox – St. Petersburg, FL; one granddaughter, Kristen Palmer - Lee's Summit; one sister, Ruby Sherman – Ottawa, KS; three brothers – Allen Hargrove – El Dorado Springs, Charles Hargrove and Richard Hargrove – both of Nevada; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will begin at 10 a.m. Monday, Aug. 30, at Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada, with Dr. William Cox officiating. Interment will follow in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Dederick.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Visiting Nurse Association of Southern New Hampshire Foundation, 33 South Commercial Street, Suite 401, Manchester, NH 03101, or in care of Ferry Funeral Home, 301 S. Washington, Nevada, MO 64772.
Local arrangements are under the direction of Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada.
She was a graduate of El Dorado Springs High School.
She married Edwin J. R. Cox of Clarendo, TX, June 29, 1941. He was a commissioned officer in the Naval Reserve during World War II. Mr. Cox died suddenly in November 1962.
After the war, she and her husband lived in Hawthorne, NJ, until moving to the Chicago, IL, area in 1959. After the death of her husband, Anna returned to Vernon County with her children, living in Nevada until 2003 when she joined her daughter in New Hampshire.
Anna was an excellent seamstress and singer. She enjoyed watching baseball and she had a good sense of humor. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Nevada.
Survivors include one daughter, Elizabeth Cox – Auburn, NH; one son, J.R. Cox – St. Petersburg, FL; one granddaughter, Kristen Palmer - Lee's Summit; one sister, Ruby Sherman – Ottawa, KS; three brothers – Allen Hargrove – El Dorado Springs, Charles Hargrove and Richard Hargrove – both of Nevada; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will begin at 10 a.m. Monday, Aug. 30, at Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada, with Dr. William Cox officiating. Interment will follow in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Dederick.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Visiting Nurse Association of Southern New Hampshire Foundation, 33 South Commercial Street, Suite 401, Manchester, NH 03101, or in care of Ferry Funeral Home, 301 S. Washington, Nevada, MO 64772.
Local arrangements are under the direction of Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada.
Friday, August 13, 2010
Cleetus C. Hall
Cleetus C. Hall, 87, Sandwich, IL, passed away Friday, Aug. 13, 2010, at Jabez Elder Care in Somonauk, IL. She was born Sept. 10, 1922, in Stockton, the daughter of Dewey and Ethel (Freedle) O’Connor.
She married Glenn W. Hall in 1944 in Kansas City. She enjoyed being a homemaker, wife and mother.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Glenn; three brothers - Elvin, Lester and Dewey Jr.; and two sisters, Osa and Hazel.
She is survived by one son, Edward Hall - Sandwich, IL; four sisters, Ina Freer - Gilbert, AZ, Lorene Clifford - El Dorado Springs, May Kurpjuweit - Nampa, ID, and Kay (Gene) Floyd - El Dorado Springs; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Services were held Monday, Aug. 16, at River Hills Memorial Park in Batavia, IL, with Rev. Edward Heyer officiating.
Memorials may be directed to Alzheimer’s Foundation.
She married Glenn W. Hall in 1944 in Kansas City. She enjoyed being a homemaker, wife and mother.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Glenn; three brothers - Elvin, Lester and Dewey Jr.; and two sisters, Osa and Hazel.
She is survived by one son, Edward Hall - Sandwich, IL; four sisters, Ina Freer - Gilbert, AZ, Lorene Clifford - El Dorado Springs, May Kurpjuweit - Nampa, ID, and Kay (Gene) Floyd - El Dorado Springs; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Services were held Monday, Aug. 16, at River Hills Memorial Park in Batavia, IL, with Rev. Edward Heyer officiating.
Memorials may be directed to Alzheimer’s Foundation.
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Edward Lee Cartwright
Edward Lee Cartwright, 86, son of Robert and Fannie Cartwright, was born on April 20, 1924, in Mountainberg, AR. He left his earthly home and his loving family to be with his Lord and Savior on Aug. 11, 2010.
He was proud to be an American and served his beloved country as a member of the United States Army, in both World War II and the Korean War.
On May 31, 1963, Edward was united in marriage to Edith May Elliott and spent the next 47 years making her laugh with his wonderful sense of humor.
Edward loved to travel, so his chosen profession as a carpenter and heavy construction worker enabled him to travel and live in many cities across the country.
Edward was preceded in death by his parents, one infant daughter and several siblings.
He is survived by his wife, Edith Cartwright; three siblings - Beatrice Henry, Leslie Cartwright and Faye Weston; two sons, Roger Cartwright and Randy Cartwright; seven daughters - Karen Bean, Pamela Murphree, Candy Cook, Lucinda Drach, Teresa Morgan and Angela Holtz; and several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Services were held Saturday, Aug. 14, in Sheldon Chapel with Pastor Mark Lewis officiating. Music was Amazing Grace and O’ I Want To See Him.
Military Honors by Juliet Team and interment was in Clintonville Cemetery in El Dorado Springs.
Casketbearers were - Kalin Woodall, Dustin Drach, Colin Woodall, Kylor Michael, Derek Flock and Adam Morgan.
Arrangements by Sheldon Funeral Home, El Dorado Springs.
James Bernie Darnell
James Bernie Darnell, 75, of El Dorado Springs, passed away in his home Wednesday, Aug.11, 2010. He was born May 19, 1935, to Joseph Berton and Iva Fyrne “Clopton” Darnell.
Bernie had an energy and zest for life. He learned at a young age the importance and rewards of hard work. Around age 10, due to the war and lack of available men and in order to help out the family, Bernie, while setting on a crate and blocks strapped to the pedals, drove produce to Kansas City. Grandma was not happy. In spite of this, he continued working. Many years were spent at the Farmers Exchange and Frog’s Service Station.
Bernie graduated from El Dorado High School in 1953 with a football scholarship which took him to college in Dodge City, KS, to play for the Dodge City Conquistadors. Here, he was named the “Little All American” player. He continued watching and enjoying the Sunday NFL games.
On May 1, 1957, Bernie married Virginia Mae Stebbins. To this marriage, two sons were born: James Douglas and Russell Dean.
He spent most of his life as a commercial driver and independent small business man. He was a real “Jack of All Trades.” If it was broke, he could fix it. At Christmas, he had an obsession with his lights and everyone knew where he lived or if they didn’t, all they had to do was follow the glow.
Bernie was a member of the Church of God (Holiness) in El Dorado Springs.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Survivors include one brother, Paul Berton - Harrison, AR; two sisters, Elnora – Raytown, and Beverly - Blue Springs; two sons: Doug and wife, Janet - El Dorado Springs, and Rusty and wife, Barbara - Rogersville; six grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. He will be greatly missed by all.
Services were held on Monday, Aug. 16, in the El Dorado Springs Church of God (Holiness). Rev. Joe Trussell officiated. A men’s trio (Jim Purtle, Ron Hubbard and Joe Trussell) accompanied by Jane Griffin, provided music. Interment followed in El Dorado Springs City Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
Monday, August 9, 2010
Charles Ray Burns
Charles Ray Burns, 76, rural Stockton, passed away on Monday evening, Aug. 9, 2010. Charles was born to Alton and Lucy Burns of Stockton on Dec. 20, 1933.
He graduated from El Dorado Springs High School, then farmed in the Stockton area. He married Dorthy Lee Elliston in 1953 and had five children - Stevie (stillborn), Pamela Sue, Jeffrey Wayne, Michael Ray and Penny Ellen. He worked at Ford at Claycomo in Kansas City for 10 years, then returned to farm at Stockton. He married Velma Pat Morley on July 25, 1980. They resided on the farm in Blackjack.
Charles loved family, flying and being on the farm. He parked his plane across from his home on the farm and was always willing to take anyone for a ride. He was previously in the Civil Air Patrol in Kansas City where his love for planes and flying grew.
He was preceded in death by his parents, son, Stevie, and one grandson, Mickey.
He is survived by his wife, Pat, of the home; two sons, Jeff Burns - Humansville, and Mike and Pam Burns - El Dorado Springs; two daughters, Pam and Mike Mark - Sheldon, and Penny Ellen and Phillip Pate - Liberty; one step son, David Morley – Colorado; two stepdaughters, Donna Brower and Benny - El Dorado Springs, and Carolyn Amos - Colorado; two brothers, Donald Wayne Burns and Barbara - Sheldon, and Terry Lynn Burns and Linda – Blackjack; eight grandchildren, eight step-grandchildren, eight great- grandchildren and a host of other relatives.
Services will begin at 10 a.m. Saturday morning, Aug. 14, in Bland-Hackleman Chapel on Saturday with Randy Bland officiating. Music will be provided by Dennis and Linda Goodwin. Interment will be at Hackleman Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home in El Dorado Springs. Pallbearers will be - Paul Burns, Shane Pattison, John Burns, Larry Burns, D. J. Burns and Brad Burns.
The family will receive friends from 6-7 p.m. on Friday evening at Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
He graduated from El Dorado Springs High School, then farmed in the Stockton area. He married Dorthy Lee Elliston in 1953 and had five children - Stevie (stillborn), Pamela Sue, Jeffrey Wayne, Michael Ray and Penny Ellen. He worked at Ford at Claycomo in Kansas City for 10 years, then returned to farm at Stockton. He married Velma Pat Morley on July 25, 1980. They resided on the farm in Blackjack.
Charles loved family, flying and being on the farm. He parked his plane across from his home on the farm and was always willing to take anyone for a ride. He was previously in the Civil Air Patrol in Kansas City where his love for planes and flying grew.
He was preceded in death by his parents, son, Stevie, and one grandson, Mickey.
He is survived by his wife, Pat, of the home; two sons, Jeff Burns - Humansville, and Mike and Pam Burns - El Dorado Springs; two daughters, Pam and Mike Mark - Sheldon, and Penny Ellen and Phillip Pate - Liberty; one step son, David Morley – Colorado; two stepdaughters, Donna Brower and Benny - El Dorado Springs, and Carolyn Amos - Colorado; two brothers, Donald Wayne Burns and Barbara - Sheldon, and Terry Lynn Burns and Linda – Blackjack; eight grandchildren, eight step-grandchildren, eight great- grandchildren and a host of other relatives.
Services will begin at 10 a.m. Saturday morning, Aug. 14, in Bland-Hackleman Chapel on Saturday with Randy Bland officiating. Music will be provided by Dennis and Linda Goodwin. Interment will be at Hackleman Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home in El Dorado Springs. Pallbearers will be - Paul Burns, Shane Pattison, John Burns, Larry Burns, D. J. Burns and Brad Burns.
The family will receive friends from 6-7 p.m. on Friday evening at Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
Thelma Mae Arnold
Thelma Mae Arnold, 87, El Dorado Springs, was born in Kansas City Jan. 5, 1923, to Frank and Fannie Mae Tabor, the oldest of four children. She passed away Monday, Aug. 9, 2010, at Cedar County Memorial Hospital in El Dorado Springs.
Growing up on different farms in different places during the great depression, Thelma completed the eighth grade in public schools and acquired a solid education in life’s real meaning and matters.
Thelma married Grover Lee Scrutchfield in 1941 and gave birth to four sons.
Thelma was married in 1964 to Kenneth Kirk Arnold in Kansas City and worked with him on their tree nursery for several years before they moved to the Lake of the Ozarks and became owners and operators of the 5-81 Country Store.
She worked at American Can and Pratt and Whitney in Kansas City during the war effort. Thelma held many jobs over the years, sometimes two and three at a time. She was a waitress, Avon lady, seamstress, gardener, Cub Scout mother and a member of the Rebecca Lodge as well as an outstanding cook and canner of fine preserves.
She enjoyed the outdoors, especially fishing and gathering pecans in an open grove or blackberries in a tangled patch. Most of all, she enjoyed friend and family get togethers over a good card game. Never at a loss for a quick-witted response to most any remark, all those who knew her company, will miss her dearly for years to come.
A self-sufficient woman, Thelma enjoyed cooking and canning, sewing, crochet, embroidery, quilting, jewelry making, and ceramics, as well as playing cards, bingo, fishing, gathering berries and pecans. Thelma was kind hearted and generous, never turning away from family, friends and even strangers in need. She was tough and resilient, having survived cancer and other surgeries and illnesses over the years.
Thelma was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Fannie Tabor; first husband, Grover Scrutchfield; a son, Paul Allen Scrutchfield; her second husband, Kenneth Arnold; a stepdaughter Nancy Ruff; two brothers, Kenneth Tabor and Marvin Tabor; and one sister, Wilma Fae Williams.
She is survived by three sons - David, Edward and Thomas Scrutchfield; one grandson, Kirt; one step daughter, Mary Elaine Mizell; her step-grandchildren, Carol, Cathy, Christie, Leslie, Paul, Sarah and Heather; one sister-in-law, Barbara, and numerous step-great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews, Linda, Teresa, Melvin, Billy, Daryl, Pamila, Sandy, Ronnie, Bridget and Dale.
Graveside services will begin at 10 a.m. Friday morning, Aug. 13, at Garden City Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
Family will receive friends on Thursday evening from 6-7 p.m. at the Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home in El Dorado Springs.
Growing up on different farms in different places during the great depression, Thelma completed the eighth grade in public schools and acquired a solid education in life’s real meaning and matters.
Thelma married Grover Lee Scrutchfield in 1941 and gave birth to four sons.
Thelma was married in 1964 to Kenneth Kirk Arnold in Kansas City and worked with him on their tree nursery for several years before they moved to the Lake of the Ozarks and became owners and operators of the 5-81 Country Store.
She worked at American Can and Pratt and Whitney in Kansas City during the war effort. Thelma held many jobs over the years, sometimes two and three at a time. She was a waitress, Avon lady, seamstress, gardener, Cub Scout mother and a member of the Rebecca Lodge as well as an outstanding cook and canner of fine preserves.
She enjoyed the outdoors, especially fishing and gathering pecans in an open grove or blackberries in a tangled patch. Most of all, she enjoyed friend and family get togethers over a good card game. Never at a loss for a quick-witted response to most any remark, all those who knew her company, will miss her dearly for years to come.
A self-sufficient woman, Thelma enjoyed cooking and canning, sewing, crochet, embroidery, quilting, jewelry making, and ceramics, as well as playing cards, bingo, fishing, gathering berries and pecans. Thelma was kind hearted and generous, never turning away from family, friends and even strangers in need. She was tough and resilient, having survived cancer and other surgeries and illnesses over the years.
Thelma was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Fannie Tabor; first husband, Grover Scrutchfield; a son, Paul Allen Scrutchfield; her second husband, Kenneth Arnold; a stepdaughter Nancy Ruff; two brothers, Kenneth Tabor and Marvin Tabor; and one sister, Wilma Fae Williams.
She is survived by three sons - David, Edward and Thomas Scrutchfield; one grandson, Kirt; one step daughter, Mary Elaine Mizell; her step-grandchildren, Carol, Cathy, Christie, Leslie, Paul, Sarah and Heather; one sister-in-law, Barbara, and numerous step-great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews, Linda, Teresa, Melvin, Billy, Daryl, Pamila, Sandy, Ronnie, Bridget and Dale.
Graveside services will begin at 10 a.m. Friday morning, Aug. 13, at Garden City Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
Family will receive friends on Thursday evening from 6-7 p.m. at the Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home in El Dorado Springs.
Friday, August 6, 2010
Suzanne Love Adams
Suzanne Love Adams, 80, Mission, KS, passed away Friday, Aug, 6, 2010, at Kansas City Hospice House. Suzanne was born Nov. 2, 1929, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Kansas City, the daughter of the late Walter Standlee Love M.D. and the late Mary Claybrook Love.
As a member of a prominent pioneer Vernon County family, she happily grew up in Nevada, where her father and grandfather were longtime practicing physicians.
Suzanne was a 1947 graduate of the Nevada High School, attended Lindenwood College and graduated from the University of Missouri – Columbia where she was a member of Delta Gamma social sorority. On June 14, 1952, in Nevada she married Robert E. Adams who was the long time Executive Director of Research Hospital and Medical Center as well as Military Aide to President and Mrs. Harry S. Truman. Mr. Adams preceded her in death on Aug. 28, 2004.
Suzanne’s number one priority was her love for her children, sister, niece and nephews. She also placed great value on very close friendships with members of her sewing club, bridge clubs and the neighborhoods where she lived. The support she received from those friends whenever there was a need was always deeply appreciated. During her active life, Suzanne was an avid bridge player and, for many years, was a member of the Musettes (now the Women’s Division of The Kansas City Museum) assisting with theatrical presentations at grade schools throughout Kansas City. Suzanne was also a past member of The Research Hospital Auxiliary.
As a child, she enjoyed attending summer sessions at Camp Lake Hubert. As an adult, she enjoyed many summers with her family and wonderful neighbors at their former home on Star Island in Cass Lake, MN.
Suzanne was a 58 year member of Country Club United Methodist Church and The Indian Hills Country Club.
In addition to her husband and parents, Suzanne was preceded in death by her sister, Rosemary Love Wachtel.
She is survived by her daughter, Mary Ann Adams - Coppell, TX; her son, Robert Standlee Adams - Mission, KS; niece, Mary Love Guthrie, and husband, Lee - Nevada; nephews, Joseph Walter Wachtel, and wife Suzanne of Kansas City, MO, and Richard Edward Wachtel, and wife, Sally - Olathe, KS; four great-nephews, three great-nieces, their families and her beloved dog, Izabella. The family would like to express their deepest gratitude to the compassionate staffs at Kansas City Hospice House, Bickford, at Mission Springs, the Health Care section of Brighton Gardens and the devoted friends who supported her during the challenges she encountered late in life. Mom’s keen intellect, selflessness and unconditional love will forever remain in our hearts. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.muehle bachchapel.com.
Memorial service began at 3:30 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 11, at Country Club United Methodist Church, 400 West 57th Street. Private burial will precede the service in Mount Moriah Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to The Kansas City Hospice House, 12000 Wornall Road, Kansas City, MO 64145; Animal Haven, 9800 West 67th Street, Shawnee, KS 66203; or the charity of your choice.
As a member of a prominent pioneer Vernon County family, she happily grew up in Nevada, where her father and grandfather were longtime practicing physicians.
Suzanne was a 1947 graduate of the Nevada High School, attended Lindenwood College and graduated from the University of Missouri – Columbia where she was a member of Delta Gamma social sorority. On June 14, 1952, in Nevada she married Robert E. Adams who was the long time Executive Director of Research Hospital and Medical Center as well as Military Aide to President and Mrs. Harry S. Truman. Mr. Adams preceded her in death on Aug. 28, 2004.
Suzanne’s number one priority was her love for her children, sister, niece and nephews. She also placed great value on very close friendships with members of her sewing club, bridge clubs and the neighborhoods where she lived. The support she received from those friends whenever there was a need was always deeply appreciated. During her active life, Suzanne was an avid bridge player and, for many years, was a member of the Musettes (now the Women’s Division of The Kansas City Museum) assisting with theatrical presentations at grade schools throughout Kansas City. Suzanne was also a past member of The Research Hospital Auxiliary.
As a child, she enjoyed attending summer sessions at Camp Lake Hubert. As an adult, she enjoyed many summers with her family and wonderful neighbors at their former home on Star Island in Cass Lake, MN.
Suzanne was a 58 year member of Country Club United Methodist Church and The Indian Hills Country Club.
In addition to her husband and parents, Suzanne was preceded in death by her sister, Rosemary Love Wachtel.
She is survived by her daughter, Mary Ann Adams - Coppell, TX; her son, Robert Standlee Adams - Mission, KS; niece, Mary Love Guthrie, and husband, Lee - Nevada; nephews, Joseph Walter Wachtel, and wife Suzanne of Kansas City, MO, and Richard Edward Wachtel, and wife, Sally - Olathe, KS; four great-nephews, three great-nieces, their families and her beloved dog, Izabella. The family would like to express their deepest gratitude to the compassionate staffs at Kansas City Hospice House, Bickford, at Mission Springs, the Health Care section of Brighton Gardens and the devoted friends who supported her during the challenges she encountered late in life. Mom’s keen intellect, selflessness and unconditional love will forever remain in our hearts. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.muehle bachchapel.com.
Memorial service began at 3:30 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 11, at Country Club United Methodist Church, 400 West 57th Street. Private burial will precede the service in Mount Moriah Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to The Kansas City Hospice House, 12000 Wornall Road, Kansas City, MO 64145; Animal Haven, 9800 West 67th Street, Shawnee, KS 66203; or the charity of your choice.
Lisa Marie Noland
Lisa Marie Noland, 36, of Gardner, KS, went to be with the Lord Friday, Aug. 6, 2010, at her home in Gardner. She was born Jan. 25, 1974, to Robert Dean Burress II and Beverly Jeane Register Burress in Parsons, KS.
Lisa grew up in El Dorado Springs and Nevada where she went to elementary school. She attended Shawnee Mission North High School and Johnson County Community College in Kansas. Her work experiences included the businesses of Venture Jewelry Department, Burbiglia Liquor Store, Hursh Law Office, Heartland and Johnson Telemetry where she most recently worked as a bookkeeper. She was a member of the Cornerstone Christian Church in Kansas City.
On November 20, 1999, she married Michael “Mike” Noland in Shawnee, KS.
Lisa had a great personality, was spirited and bright and made any worst moment better. She is described as being the life of the party and always having a practical joke. She loved sports, played basketball and was a cheerleader in high school and was an avid football fan of the Chicago Bears. She also enjoyed scrapbooking.
Lisa was very devoted to her children and involved in their activities of dance, T-ball, soccer and whatever else they may have participated. She held a special place in the hearts of all who knew her.
Lisa is survived by her husband, Michael “Mike” Noland - Gardner, KS; two sons, Kyler Noland and Austin Noland - both of Gardner; one daughter, Gracelyn Noland - Gardner; her mother, Beverly Foley - Nevada; her father, Robert Dean Burress II - Lander, WY; a brother, Robert Dean Burress III, and wife, Kenna - Rock Springs, WY; two sisters, Jennifer Kissee - Terlton, OK, and Samantha Burress - Riverton, WY; and paternal grandmother, Judith Rae Russell – El Dorado Springs.
She was preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, Robert Dean Russell I; maternal grandparents, Rev. Charles R. Register Jr. and Ruth May Register; her stepfather, Mark Foley; father-in-law, Orrin J. Noland; and numerous uncles and aunts including a special aunt and uncle, Sharon and Ronnie Bray of St. Cloud, FL.
Services will be Thursday, Aug. 12, at the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler with Pastor Gene Stowell officiating. Visitation will be prior to services from 1 to 2 p.m. Thursday at the Schowengerdt Chapel. Burial will be in Virginia (MO) Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Children’s Memorial Fund.
Lisa grew up in El Dorado Springs and Nevada where she went to elementary school. She attended Shawnee Mission North High School and Johnson County Community College in Kansas. Her work experiences included the businesses of Venture Jewelry Department, Burbiglia Liquor Store, Hursh Law Office, Heartland and Johnson Telemetry where she most recently worked as a bookkeeper. She was a member of the Cornerstone Christian Church in Kansas City.
On November 20, 1999, she married Michael “Mike” Noland in Shawnee, KS.
Lisa had a great personality, was spirited and bright and made any worst moment better. She is described as being the life of the party and always having a practical joke. She loved sports, played basketball and was a cheerleader in high school and was an avid football fan of the Chicago Bears. She also enjoyed scrapbooking.
Lisa was very devoted to her children and involved in their activities of dance, T-ball, soccer and whatever else they may have participated. She held a special place in the hearts of all who knew her.
Lisa is survived by her husband, Michael “Mike” Noland - Gardner, KS; two sons, Kyler Noland and Austin Noland - both of Gardner; one daughter, Gracelyn Noland - Gardner; her mother, Beverly Foley - Nevada; her father, Robert Dean Burress II - Lander, WY; a brother, Robert Dean Burress III, and wife, Kenna - Rock Springs, WY; two sisters, Jennifer Kissee - Terlton, OK, and Samantha Burress - Riverton, WY; and paternal grandmother, Judith Rae Russell – El Dorado Springs.
She was preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, Robert Dean Russell I; maternal grandparents, Rev. Charles R. Register Jr. and Ruth May Register; her stepfather, Mark Foley; father-in-law, Orrin J. Noland; and numerous uncles and aunts including a special aunt and uncle, Sharon and Ronnie Bray of St. Cloud, FL.
Services will be Thursday, Aug. 12, at the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler with Pastor Gene Stowell officiating. Visitation will be prior to services from 1 to 2 p.m. Thursday at the Schowengerdt Chapel. Burial will be in Virginia (MO) Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Children’s Memorial Fund.
Thursday, August 5, 2010
Joy Velma (Lorea) Walsh Stockdale
Joy Velma (Lorea) Walsh Stockdale, 85, El Dorado Springs, was taken home by cancer on Thursday, Aug. 5, 2010. She was born in Leduc, Alberta, Canada on Nov. 7, 1924, the fourth daughter in a row of six children to George Brock Walsh and Grace Mary Lilley.
On July 15, 1954, Lorea was united in marriage to Melvin Grant (Bond) Stockdale. To this union two sons were added - Bryun Victor and Daniel Lynn.
Lorea started her first real job in May 1942 at Aircraft Repair Ltd. She loved repairing the Anson Bombers; however, 21 months later that job ended. Later working for a month at Eaton’s Department store for Christmas rush, she was glad when that month was over. She then worked for quite some time with W.J. Gage and Co., which was a book bindery where they made school books. Her sister, Robin, finally got her out of the book bindery and into the banking industry. She spent many years working in banks.
On Oct. 24, 1948, at the age of 24, Lorea joined The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. She entered the Mission Home on June 18, 1951, dedicating two years of her life for the Lord by serving a mission in Hawaii.
Having grown up in Canada, Lorea immigrated to the U.S.A. as her husband longed to. They crossed the border on March 4, 1967, as they set out for Salt Lake City, UT.
Lorea definitely had talents that were well used and became a gift to many. Her love for sewing, needle point, cross stitching, crocheting and knitting were a blessing to everyone and were passed down to her grandchildren who enjoyed doing them with her. While doing these projects, she would usually be watching one of her favorite musicals. She also enjoyed planting flowers outside, doing genealogy and painting.
We will remember her in our hearts and by the many things that she spent hours making for us. She lived by a quote that was on her wall, “I didn’t say it would be easy, I only said it would be worth it.”
Lorea was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters, her brother and three great-grandchildren.
Survivors include Bond Stockdale - El Dorado Springs; her sons, Daniel (Dianna) Stockdale - El Dorado Springs, Bryun (Paula) Stockdale - Edmonton, Alberta, Canada; 11 grandchildren - Stephanie Romero - Salt Lake City, UT, Brandon Stockdale - Salt Lake City, UT, Monti (Brandi) Stockdale - St. George, UT, Summer Sargent - Middleton, ID, Paul (Jennifer) Stockdale - Butler, Ryan (Karia) Stockdale - Middleton, ID, Joy (Michael) Hull - Seven Lakes, NC, Rosemary (Aaron) Freeman - Overton, NV, Savannah Stockdale - Meridian, ID, Timothy Stockdale - Overton, NV, and Louis Stockdale - El Dorado Springs; 15 great-grandchildren and one on the way. Due to blended families, she had many more loved ones.
Services were held Monday, Aug. 9, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.
Memorial contributions may be made to Lorea Stockdale’s Memorial Fund at Mid-Missouri Bank.
Arrangements were by Brumback Funeral Home, Stockton.
Sunday, August 1, 2010
Larry Laverne Blystone
Larry Laverne Blystone, 68, El Dorado Springs, was born Dec. 9, 1941, near El Dorado Springs to Ernest and Neoma Blystone and passed away Aug. 1, 2010, at his home.
Larry had many skills and always found work on farms, cooking at restaurants and with an oil exploration crew in Montana. When he returned to Missouri he worked at Barrington until his health forced him to take early retirement in 2001. His health declined since retirement until he became homebound several months ago. Recently Larry showed his sister a picture of Jesus and asked her if she knew Him. She replied yes and do you know Him? His answer was yes and I am ready to meet Him. He knew the end was near and was at peace about it.
He was preceded in death by his father in 1997.
Larry is survived by his mother, Neoma Blystone; and his four siblings - Cecil Blystone, Marty Bishop, Eva Spohn - El Dorado Springs, and Mary Zartman - of Florida; his five children - Jeffrey - of Washington, Rebecca - of Texas, Sally Ann and Neoma - of Pennsylvania, and William - of Nevada, MO; several grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews.
Graveside services with interment under the direction of Sheldon Funeral Home in El Dorado Springs, began at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 4, in Coal Hill Cemetery with Randy Sheldon officiating.
Larry had many skills and always found work on farms, cooking at restaurants and with an oil exploration crew in Montana. When he returned to Missouri he worked at Barrington until his health forced him to take early retirement in 2001. His health declined since retirement until he became homebound several months ago. Recently Larry showed his sister a picture of Jesus and asked her if she knew Him. She replied yes and do you know Him? His answer was yes and I am ready to meet Him. He knew the end was near and was at peace about it.
He was preceded in death by his father in 1997.
Larry is survived by his mother, Neoma Blystone; and his four siblings - Cecil Blystone, Marty Bishop, Eva Spohn - El Dorado Springs, and Mary Zartman - of Florida; his five children - Jeffrey - of Washington, Rebecca - of Texas, Sally Ann and Neoma - of Pennsylvania, and William - of Nevada, MO; several grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews.
Graveside services with interment under the direction of Sheldon Funeral Home in El Dorado Springs, began at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 4, in Coal Hill Cemetery with Randy Sheldon officiating.
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