Theodore S. (Scottie) Elliott, 83, El Dorado Springs, passed away at his home on Dec. 28, 2010. He was born Dec. 21, 1927, to Frank and Cora Lee (Loftin) Elliott of Roscoe.
He married Lena M. Lambrecht on Nov. 30, 1956. One son, James Kent, was born to the couple. Scottie remained on the family farm where he was born and raised until health reasons forced him to retire in 1999.
He served two years in the service during the Korean War and was a lifetime VFW member. He worked as a St. Clair Co. Commissioner for 10 years.
Scottie worked for the C.M. Pasley Auction Company from early high school days.
He especially enjoyed the fall of the year when he quail hunted with his father and brothers, Ralph and Eugene. He enjoyed reading and working crossword puzzles and spending time at the library and playing cards and taking long drives through the country.
He was preceded in death by his son, James Kent; his parents; brother, Eugene; sister, Fae, and an infant brother.
He is survived by his wife, Lena - of the home; a brother, Ralph Elliott and wife, Fern - Lowry City; a special brother in-law, Frank Lambrecht - El Dorado Springs; a special sister in-law, Lois Hill and husband, Ray, Excelsior Springs; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Services were held Friday, Dec. 31, in the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel in Osceola with Greg Mangum officiating. Music was Precious Memories, One Day At A Time and Amazing Grace by Richard Sunderwirth and Gail Ingle. Interment was in the Osceola Cemetery.
Casketbearers were - Byron Wheeler, Jimmie Brown, Brett Shelby, Greg Hooper, Albert Mallicoat and Jack Wallace. Honorary casketbearers were - Bob Harper, Ray Higgins, Dick Kiefer, Luke Mathews, Jim Kottwitz, John Stutesman, Dale Pasley, Lynn Gardner, Bill Quessenberry and Charles Kincaid.
Funeral arrangements were under the direction of the Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home in Osceola.
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
Monday, December 27, 2010
Kenneth Clark Ayers
Kenneth Clark Ayers, 74, longtime resident of Owasso, OK, died Monday, Dec. 27, 2010, in Tulsa, OK. He was born on June 9, 1936, in Walker, to Oren Dale and Zola Mae (Clark) Ayers.
He was reared and educated in Walker and graduated with the Walker High School Class of 1954. He continued his education at Fort Scott Junior College in Fort Scott, KS. He was a veteran of the armed forces having served his country honorably with the United States Army.
He was married on May 2, 1961, in Elizabethtown, KY, to Mazie Steincross. Ken spent most of his working life as a cigar salesman. He and Mazie moved to the Owasso, OK, area in 1976 where they raised their family. He enjoyed a variety of pastimes including hunting, playing cards, spending time with his family and friends and especially golfing.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Loving family members include: his wife of over 49 years, Mazie; two daughters and sons-in-law, Gwen and her husband, Mike Walker - Ovilla, TX, and Kari and her husband, Scott Levy - Frisco, TX; one son and daughter-in-law, Kendell and his wife, Michelle Ayers - Yukon, OK; four grandchildren –Austin, Averi, Collin and Cameron; one brother and sister-in-law, Keith and his wife, Beverly Ayers – Nevada.
A memorial service was held Friday, Dec. 31, with Dub Steincross and Pastor Andrew Rankin officiating, followed by committal services and interment were held at Lone Elm Cemetery in Rogers County, OK.
Memorial contributions in memory of Kenneth Clark Ayers may be made to the Rejoice Christian School Golf Team, Attn: Wally Poplin/Joyce Deason, 12200 East 86th Street North, Owasso, OK 74055.
Arrangements and services were entrusted to Mowery Funeral Service, Owasso, OK.
He was reared and educated in Walker and graduated with the Walker High School Class of 1954. He continued his education at Fort Scott Junior College in Fort Scott, KS. He was a veteran of the armed forces having served his country honorably with the United States Army.
He was married on May 2, 1961, in Elizabethtown, KY, to Mazie Steincross. Ken spent most of his working life as a cigar salesman. He and Mazie moved to the Owasso, OK, area in 1976 where they raised their family. He enjoyed a variety of pastimes including hunting, playing cards, spending time with his family and friends and especially golfing.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Loving family members include: his wife of over 49 years, Mazie; two daughters and sons-in-law, Gwen and her husband, Mike Walker - Ovilla, TX, and Kari and her husband, Scott Levy - Frisco, TX; one son and daughter-in-law, Kendell and his wife, Michelle Ayers - Yukon, OK; four grandchildren –Austin, Averi, Collin and Cameron; one brother and sister-in-law, Keith and his wife, Beverly Ayers – Nevada.
A memorial service was held Friday, Dec. 31, with Dub Steincross and Pastor Andrew Rankin officiating, followed by committal services and interment were held at Lone Elm Cemetery in Rogers County, OK.
Memorial contributions in memory of Kenneth Clark Ayers may be made to the Rejoice Christian School Golf Team, Attn: Wally Poplin/Joyce Deason, 12200 East 86th Street North, Owasso, OK 74055.
Arrangements and services were entrusted to Mowery Funeral Service, Owasso, OK.
Sunday, December 26, 2010
Clarence 'Les' Greenstreet
Clarence “Lester” Greenstreet, 74, passed away surrounded by family at his home in Stockton on Dec. 26, 2010. Les is survived by his wife, Carol Greenstreet, who has been faithfully by his side for over 52 years.
Les was born in El Dorado Springs, on April 15, 1936, to Clarence and Catherine Greenstreet, the oldest of four siblings.
After graduating from El Dorado Springs High School in 1954, he chose to serve his country by enlisting in the U.S. Air Force which moved him to Alaska where he fell in love with both the state and Carol Frary. The two were married in the summer of 1958 and began homesteading in the Matanuska Valley of Alaska. Les and Carol spent 43 years in Alaska, interspersed with 10 years at various times in Cedar County, the only other place he considered home.
In 1962, Les began a close relationship with Jesus Christ. He lived his life as an example and never wavered in his faith. Les was the patriarch of his family and could always be counted on for sound advice. During his final days on earth he made it known that he was at peace and ready to go home to be with his savior.
Les loved to restore antique tractors and was a member of both the Antique Power Club of Alaska and the Alaska Transportation and Industry Museum.
Les and Carol have six sons and two daughters - Russ and Deana Greenstreet - Loveland, CO; Scott and Christine Greenstreet - Aurora, IL; Dean and Kathy Greenstreet - McHenry, IL; Darrel Greenstreet - Palmer, AK; Billy and Carol Greenstreet - Homer, AK, Catherine and Shem Mabongor - Jenja, Uganda, Africa; Donna and Duke Ballard - Palmer, AK, and Andy and Trish Greenstreet - Palmer, AK. He enjoyed each of his 34 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.
He is survived by two brothers, David and Mowee Greenstreet - Little Rock, AR, Bob and Pat Greenstreet - El Dorado Springs; and a sister, Dorothy and Tom Fletcher of Enid, OK.
Viewing was held at Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home in El Dorado Springs between 6-7 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 29. Services will begin at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 30, at Glad Tidings Assembly of God Church in Greenfield with Rev. Ron Dykes officiating. Interment will follow at Hazel Dell Cemetery for family members. The family will then receive guests for a celebration at 3 p.m., location to be announced.
Pallbearers will be: Russ Greenstreet, Scott Greenstreet, Dean Greenstreet, Darrel Greenstreet, Billy Greenstreet and Andy Greenstreet.
Arrangements are under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home in El Dorado Springs.
Les was born in El Dorado Springs, on April 15, 1936, to Clarence and Catherine Greenstreet, the oldest of four siblings.
After graduating from El Dorado Springs High School in 1954, he chose to serve his country by enlisting in the U.S. Air Force which moved him to Alaska where he fell in love with both the state and Carol Frary. The two were married in the summer of 1958 and began homesteading in the Matanuska Valley of Alaska. Les and Carol spent 43 years in Alaska, interspersed with 10 years at various times in Cedar County, the only other place he considered home.
In 1962, Les began a close relationship with Jesus Christ. He lived his life as an example and never wavered in his faith. Les was the patriarch of his family and could always be counted on for sound advice. During his final days on earth he made it known that he was at peace and ready to go home to be with his savior.
Les loved to restore antique tractors and was a member of both the Antique Power Club of Alaska and the Alaska Transportation and Industry Museum.
Les and Carol have six sons and two daughters - Russ and Deana Greenstreet - Loveland, CO; Scott and Christine Greenstreet - Aurora, IL; Dean and Kathy Greenstreet - McHenry, IL; Darrel Greenstreet - Palmer, AK; Billy and Carol Greenstreet - Homer, AK, Catherine and Shem Mabongor - Jenja, Uganda, Africa; Donna and Duke Ballard - Palmer, AK, and Andy and Trish Greenstreet - Palmer, AK. He enjoyed each of his 34 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.
He is survived by two brothers, David and Mowee Greenstreet - Little Rock, AR, Bob and Pat Greenstreet - El Dorado Springs; and a sister, Dorothy and Tom Fletcher of Enid, OK.
Viewing was held at Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home in El Dorado Springs between 6-7 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 29. Services will begin at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 30, at Glad Tidings Assembly of God Church in Greenfield with Rev. Ron Dykes officiating. Interment will follow at Hazel Dell Cemetery for family members. The family will then receive guests for a celebration at 3 p.m., location to be announced.
Pallbearers will be: Russ Greenstreet, Scott Greenstreet, Dean Greenstreet, Darrel Greenstreet, Billy Greenstreet and Andy Greenstreet.
Arrangements are under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home in El Dorado Springs.
Saturday, December 25, 2010
Clifford Eugene Harding Jr.
lifford Eugene Harding Jr. 77, was born Aug. 1, 1933, to Clifford Sr. and Elsie (Christian) Harding. He passed away Dec. 25, 2010.
Clifford grew up in Missouri and graduated from the El Dorado Springs High School.
He was preceded in death by his parents; a baby brother, Raymond Roy Harding; and a sister, Barbara Nikodim.
Cliff is survived by his children – Phillip, Eric and Robin, Marty and Stacy, Michelle and Jose and Katherine and Mike; grandchildren – Jacob, Renee, Sharon, Denny, Danny, Julia, Susan, Matthew, Michael, Serena, Krystal and Desiree; great-grandchildren – Gavin, Logan, Nathan, Hannah and Kyle; and one sister, Clara Koca; nieces; nephews; great-nieces and great-nephews and many friends.
Graveside services and burial were held Jan. 10 in Virgil Cemetery with Rev. James Coleman and great-niece, Lara Koca, officiating.
Clifford grew up in Missouri and graduated from the El Dorado Springs High School.
He was preceded in death by his parents; a baby brother, Raymond Roy Harding; and a sister, Barbara Nikodim.
Cliff is survived by his children – Phillip, Eric and Robin, Marty and Stacy, Michelle and Jose and Katherine and Mike; grandchildren – Jacob, Renee, Sharon, Denny, Danny, Julia, Susan, Matthew, Michael, Serena, Krystal and Desiree; great-grandchildren – Gavin, Logan, Nathan, Hannah and Kyle; and one sister, Clara Koca; nieces; nephews; great-nieces and great-nephews and many friends.
Graveside services and burial were held Jan. 10 in Virgil Cemetery with Rev. James Coleman and great-niece, Lara Koca, officiating.
Chlora Nadine Curry
Chlora Nadine Curry, 82, El Dorado Springs, passed away Dec. 25, 2010, at her home. She was born Aug. 15, 1928, to George Brakebill and Freeda Mae (Bradshaw) Brakebill in Lebanon.
Nadine attended school and graduated high school in Richland where she was active in sports and cheerleading and was homecoming queen.
She married Howard A. Howell in 1948. While living in California, she met and later married Jim L. Curry in 1977. They moved to El Dorado Springs in 1981 and were in the business of long-term residential care, including owning Resthaven, since 1982. She enjoyed her family, cooking and reading.
Nadine was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Jim Curry; and four brothers: George Brakebill, Jim Brakebill, and two who died in infancy.
Survivors include her daughter, Carolyn Whitesell and husband, K. Lee - El Dorado Springs; sons - Ronald A. Howell and wife, Yvonne - Walker, Gary L. Howell - Las Vegas, NV, and Larry B. Howell - Kansas City, MO; five grandchildren - Kimberly Ramage and husband, Bill, Chad Whitesell, Holly Murdock and husband, David, Adam Howell, and Jeremiah Howell; 11 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Paul Brakebill and Avery Brakebill, and other relatives and friends.
A memorial service will begin at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 2, 2011, in Bland-Hackleman Chapel under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
Wednesday, December 22, 2010
Bonnie J. Noblitt
Bonnie J. Noblitt, 72, Bolivar, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2010. She was born Jan. 5, 1938, in Vernon County to Russell and Reba (Miller) Ingram.
She was united in marriage to Lowell Noblitt Jan. 30, 1956, and to this union four children were born.
She is a member of the Mt. View Missionary Baptist Church. She enjoyed quilting, was an excellent seamstress and she loved spending time with her grandchildren. She was dedicated to her faith and church. She will be greatly missed.
She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Stanley Ingram; and a sister-in-law, Carol Ann Ingram. She passed away on the 40th anniversary of the death of her father.
She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Lowell Noblitt, of the home; four children - Cheryl Fast and her husband, Gene - Bolivar, Dennis Noblitt and his wife, Donna - Bolivar, Randall Noblitt - Bolivar, and Paul Noblitt and his wife, Valerie - Bolivar; 15 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; one sister-in-law, Doris Ingram - Springfield; two brothers, Bill Ingram and his wife, Joyce - Goodson and Jerry Ingram - Brighton; a sister, Murnie Fast and her husband, Pete - El Dorado Springs; Long, Gough and Boultinghouse cousins in the El Dorado Springs area, as well as a host of other relatives and friends.
Services were held Monday, Dec. 27, at Pitts Chapel with Bro’s. Jerry Crain and Bobby Budd officiating. Burial followed in Payne Cemetery in Polk.
Pallbearers were her grandsons - Jeremy Fast, Josh Fast, Dustin Noblitt, Austin Wells, David Noblitt, Markus Noblitt, Jacob Noblitt and Jonathan Noblitt. Honorary pallbearers were her granddaughters - Amy Baker, Rachel Noblitt, Anna Lea Fast, Ashley Brown, Amanda Fast, Riley Azevedo and Hannah Noblitt. Memorial contri-butions may be made to the Mt. View Missionary Baptist Church, or the American Cancer Society.
She was united in marriage to Lowell Noblitt Jan. 30, 1956, and to this union four children were born.
She is a member of the Mt. View Missionary Baptist Church. She enjoyed quilting, was an excellent seamstress and she loved spending time with her grandchildren. She was dedicated to her faith and church. She will be greatly missed.
She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Stanley Ingram; and a sister-in-law, Carol Ann Ingram. She passed away on the 40th anniversary of the death of her father.
She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Lowell Noblitt, of the home; four children - Cheryl Fast and her husband, Gene - Bolivar, Dennis Noblitt and his wife, Donna - Bolivar, Randall Noblitt - Bolivar, and Paul Noblitt and his wife, Valerie - Bolivar; 15 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; one sister-in-law, Doris Ingram - Springfield; two brothers, Bill Ingram and his wife, Joyce - Goodson and Jerry Ingram - Brighton; a sister, Murnie Fast and her husband, Pete - El Dorado Springs; Long, Gough and Boultinghouse cousins in the El Dorado Springs area, as well as a host of other relatives and friends.
Services were held Monday, Dec. 27, at Pitts Chapel with Bro’s. Jerry Crain and Bobby Budd officiating. Burial followed in Payne Cemetery in Polk.
Pallbearers were her grandsons - Jeremy Fast, Josh Fast, Dustin Noblitt, Austin Wells, David Noblitt, Markus Noblitt, Jacob Noblitt and Jonathan Noblitt. Honorary pallbearers were her granddaughters - Amy Baker, Rachel Noblitt, Anna Lea Fast, Ashley Brown, Amanda Fast, Riley Azevedo and Hannah Noblitt. Memorial contri-butions may be made to the Mt. View Missionary Baptist Church, or the American Cancer Society.
Monday, December 20, 2010
Evelyn M. Ford
Evelyn M. Ford, 80, El Dorado Springs, passed away Monday, Dec. 20, 2010, at St. John’s Health System in Springfield. She was born on April 19, 1930, in Richmond to Ora Eaton and Roxy (Baker) Eaton.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph William Ford, in March 2007, and by her parents.
Graveside services began at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 22, in White Hall Cemetery in El Dorado Springs, under the direction of the Sheldon Funeral Home of El Dorado Springs.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph William Ford, in March 2007, and by her parents.
Graveside services began at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 22, in White Hall Cemetery in El Dorado Springs, under the direction of the Sheldon Funeral Home of El Dorado Springs.
Thursday, December 16, 2010
James L. Wright
James Leroy Wright, 80, Webb City, passed away Thursday, Dec. 16, 2010, at home following a long illness. James was born Feb. 5, 1930, in Kiowa, KS, to Rollie and Josephine Coberley Wright.
He retired as Master Sergeant from the United States Air Force; he was enlisted from February 1949 to July 31, 1971. He then worked as a master mechanic until his retirement in 1979.
He married Anne Kirkman on Sept. 26, 1951, in England; she passed away in 1995. He married Gladys Alean (Hicks) Mast Wright on May 17, 1977, in Stockton. She survives.
Additional survivors include: three sons - Matthew Wright and his wife, Yolanda - Kempner, TX, Clifford Wright and his wife, Theresa - Clearwater, FL, and James Wright and his wife, Kathy - Cocoa Beach, FL; two stepsons, Lonnie Mast and his wife, Linda - Wichita, KS, and Don Mast - El Sorante, CA; two daughters, Olive Talley and her husband, Steve - Webb City, and Stella Miller and her husband, Robert - Izora, TX; four brothers - Edmond Wright - Wilmington, IL, Gerald Wright and Richard Wright - both of Shell Knob, and David Wright - Santa Clarita, CA; three sisters - Bertha Jo Ray and her husband, Mendon - Joplin, Betty A. Comstock - Webb City, and Florine Miller - Leawood, KS; 19 grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents and two grandchildren Jessica Anne Wright and Mary Martha Talley.
Services were held Monday at Mason-Woodard Chapel. Lonnie Mast officiated. Those gentlemen serving as pallbearers were - Mendon Ray, Jerry Comstock, T.J. Ray, Steve Talley, Raymond Talley and Robert Miller. Burial was in the El Dorado Springs Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Arrangements are under the direction of Mason Woodard Mortuary of Joplin and Webb City.
He retired as Master Sergeant from the United States Air Force; he was enlisted from February 1949 to July 31, 1971. He then worked as a master mechanic until his retirement in 1979.
He married Anne Kirkman on Sept. 26, 1951, in England; she passed away in 1995. He married Gladys Alean (Hicks) Mast Wright on May 17, 1977, in Stockton. She survives.
Additional survivors include: three sons - Matthew Wright and his wife, Yolanda - Kempner, TX, Clifford Wright and his wife, Theresa - Clearwater, FL, and James Wright and his wife, Kathy - Cocoa Beach, FL; two stepsons, Lonnie Mast and his wife, Linda - Wichita, KS, and Don Mast - El Sorante, CA; two daughters, Olive Talley and her husband, Steve - Webb City, and Stella Miller and her husband, Robert - Izora, TX; four brothers - Edmond Wright - Wilmington, IL, Gerald Wright and Richard Wright - both of Shell Knob, and David Wright - Santa Clarita, CA; three sisters - Bertha Jo Ray and her husband, Mendon - Joplin, Betty A. Comstock - Webb City, and Florine Miller - Leawood, KS; 19 grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents and two grandchildren Jessica Anne Wright and Mary Martha Talley.
Services were held Monday at Mason-Woodard Chapel. Lonnie Mast officiated. Those gentlemen serving as pallbearers were - Mendon Ray, Jerry Comstock, T.J. Ray, Steve Talley, Raymond Talley and Robert Miller. Burial was in the El Dorado Springs Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Arrangements are under the direction of Mason Woodard Mortuary of Joplin and Webb City.
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Virginia Binder
Virginia May (Bartkoski) Binder, 58, El Dorado Springs, passed away Dec. 15, 2010. She was born Feb. 3, 1952, to Joe and Betty Bartkoski in Nevada. Virginia was the third child born in a family of 15 children.
Virginia excelled in high school sports as well as academics and graduated from Alhambra High School in Phoenix, AZ, in 1970. She met her husband, Craig, in 1967 in Phoenix and they were married in March 1971. She graduated from Respiratory Therapy School in 1971 and worked at Saint Joseph’s hospital after graduation until the birth of her daughter, Donna, in
November 1973. She welcomed the birth of her son, Chris, on her mother’s birthday, Oct. 4, 1976.
The family moved to El Dorado Springs in August 1978. Virginia worked in the El Dorado Springs area at C&H Motel, the nursing home, Quality Products and several other’“odd jobs” around town. Virginia was mostly a giving person who thought of others. She had a great love for people and was fun to be around. She especially loved her grandchildren - Travis, Hayden, Jet and Mason. Virginia was a member of St. Elizabeth’s Catholic Church.
Virginia was preceded in death by her parents, Joe and Betty, and one brother, Jeff.
Survivors include: her daughter, Donna Marie (Eric) Tofte - Glendale, AZ; her son, Christopher Charles (Jennifer) Binder - Avondale, AZ; four grandchildren - Travis, Hayden and Jet Tofte and Mason Binder; two brothers: Tom (Linda) Bartkoski, and Ed Bartkoski; 11 sisters - Pat (Dale) Many, Barbara (Bill) Jessup, Margaret (Sevey) Sherman, Beverly (Dave) Schroeder, Jodi (Dave) Cauthon, Rosemary (Larry) Turner, Eileen Gooden, Kathy (Melvin) Porter, Carolyn (Dan) Crisp, Becky (Kevin) Collins and Betty Jo Convery; Virginia’s friend, Mark Blinzler; many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins and her many friends and caregivers, including those at Residential Care and Northwood Hills.
Services were held Saturday, Dec. 18, at Bland-Hackleman Chapel. Fr. Basil Doan officiated. Musical selections were I’ll Fly Away, I Can Only Imagine and Amazing Grace. Interment followed in Mt. Vernon Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home. Pallbearers were Virginia’s nephews.
Clemit C. Casey
Clemit C. Casey, 82, the son of Olin and Agnes Casey, was born on Sept. 25, 1928, and graduated from this life on Dec. 15, 2010.
On May 11, 1952, he married his lifelong sweetheart, Doris, or as he affectionately referred to her - “Punk.” Their love would
be a love for the ages and their home would be a haven for the entire family.
Clemit and Doris had two sons: Mick Casey of Forsyth and Dr. Rick Casey of El Dorado Springs. Clemit’s sons were his pride and joy and he constantly spoke about them. Clemit had three grandchildren - Patrick of Santa Monica, CA, Sarah of Ft. Bragg, N. C., and Scott of El Dorado Springs. Clemit and his grandchildren were extremely close and they will miss him every day until they see him again.
Clemit also loved his four great-grandchildren - Taylor, Trey, Taryn and Talon, who always lit up his face with a smile.
Clemit leaves behind his brother, Curmit, of Overland Park, KS, whom he loved dearly and his sister, Wanda, of El Dorado Springs, who stood by his side until the end.
Clemit was raised in the Blackjack community in St. Clair County and lived there until he took a job working for General Motors in 1947. He was drafted into the Army in 1950 during the Korean War and spent two years as a paratrooper.
In 1952 he became the assistant plant manager of the Parts Department of General Motors in Lenexa, KS, a position he held for over 28 years.
Upon retiring, he moved to El Dorado Springs and bought a restaurant which became Casey’s Honey Bee Restaurant. He spent over 26 years enjoying thousands of customers telling stories, serving pie and making each customer feel special.
Clemit was a lifelong member of the Church of God (Holiness). He was a devout Christian and always made sure to have his Bible near. On his final days on earth, he made sure that it was known that he was ready to go and he had his peace.
Clemit was so thankful for all the loving care that he received from so many, including his daughter-in-law, Karen, and sister, Wanda.
Clemit was the patriarch of his family and always had the best advice or a clever saying to make you smile.
He leaves behind a multitude of friends, family, wonderful memories and a legacy of love that will endure for eternity.
Services were held on Saturday, Dec. 18, at the El Dorado Springs Church of God (Holiness). Rev. Joe Trussell and Rev. Brent Bland officiated. Patrick Casey, Barry Witt and Larry Oehring provided music. Interment followed in El Dorado Springs City Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home. Pallbearers were - Scott Casey, Chuck Gruver, Randy L. Bland, Randy E. Bland, C. E. Hackleman and Lester Burres. Honorary pallbearers were: Gerald Bland, Junior Bland, W. D. Eason and Gene Norman.
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
Jackie L. Warren
Jackie Lee Warren, 58, Nevada, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2010. He was born in Nevada, on July 25, 1952, to Edsel F. and Ruth (Hart) Warren. His grandparents were Chester and Ruby Hart and Ben and Sarah Warren.
Jackie and his parents moved to California in 1955 and he was drafted out of high school into the Marine Corp. He served for three years during the Vietnam War. He was later employed by the Elk Grove School District until his previous exposure to Agent Orange made him too sick to work.
Jackie then lived in Montana and Wyoming for 20 years before deciding to move home to Nevada one year ago.
Jackie is survived by his mother, Ruth Danner, of Nevada, and other relatives and friends.
Graveside services were held on Friday, Dec. 17, at Clintonville Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
Jackie and his parents moved to California in 1955 and he was drafted out of high school into the Marine Corp. He served for three years during the Vietnam War. He was later employed by the Elk Grove School District until his previous exposure to Agent Orange made him too sick to work.
Jackie then lived in Montana and Wyoming for 20 years before deciding to move home to Nevada one year ago.
Jackie is survived by his mother, Ruth Danner, of Nevada, and other relatives and friends.
Graveside services were held on Friday, Dec. 17, at Clintonville Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
Monday, December 13, 2010
John M. Williams
John M. Williams, 65, Nevada passed away Monday, Dec. 13, 2010, at his home in Nevada. He was born May 26, 1945, in Aurora, IL, to Russell A. Williams and Nancy M. Latta Williams.
John spent his childhood growing up in California, moving to Missouri with his mother and sister following the death of his father. After settling his mother and sister in El Dorado Springs, he joined the U.S. Air Force. Upon completion of his tour of duty, he returned to Missouri where he spent his adult life living and working in Nevada. He worked for Sohigro (now MFA), Central States Press, Nevada State Hospital and Heartland Hospital.
Survivors include his sister, Bonnie J. Ochs, and her husband, Glenn R. – Nevada; one nephew, Scott R. Fox – Nevada; one niece, Nancy Kellogg, and her husband, Paul – Pittsburg, KS; three great-nephews – Damon Kellogg – Pittsburg, KS, Scott Fox – Ft. Scott, KS, and Samuel Kellogg – Pittsburg, KS; one great-niece, Alaina Kellogg – Pittsburg, KS; two aunts, Mary Williams – Edgewood, NM, and Ruth Latta – El Dorado Springs; and numerous cousins.
A graveside service will begin at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 17, in the El Dorado Springs City Cemetery, following a visitation from 10-11 a.m. at Ferry Funeral Home, 301 S. Washington, Nevada.
Condolences may be sent online at www.ferryfuneral home.com.
John spent his childhood growing up in California, moving to Missouri with his mother and sister following the death of his father. After settling his mother and sister in El Dorado Springs, he joined the U.S. Air Force. Upon completion of his tour of duty, he returned to Missouri where he spent his adult life living and working in Nevada. He worked for Sohigro (now MFA), Central States Press, Nevada State Hospital and Heartland Hospital.
Survivors include his sister, Bonnie J. Ochs, and her husband, Glenn R. – Nevada; one nephew, Scott R. Fox – Nevada; one niece, Nancy Kellogg, and her husband, Paul – Pittsburg, KS; three great-nephews – Damon Kellogg – Pittsburg, KS, Scott Fox – Ft. Scott, KS, and Samuel Kellogg – Pittsburg, KS; one great-niece, Alaina Kellogg – Pittsburg, KS; two aunts, Mary Williams – Edgewood, NM, and Ruth Latta – El Dorado Springs; and numerous cousins.
A graveside service will begin at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 17, in the El Dorado Springs City Cemetery, following a visitation from 10-11 a.m. at Ferry Funeral Home, 301 S. Washington, Nevada.
Condolences may be sent online at www.ferryfuneral home.com.
Arthur R. Koehn
Arthur Koehn, 86, was born on Nov. 2, 1924, to Pete W. and Clara Koehn at Lone Tree, KS, and left this life to be with his Heavenly Father on Dec. 13, 2010.
When he was young, he attended small country grade schools. At age 11, he accepted Jesus Christ as his personal Savior and was baptized.
He was united in marriage to Minnie Kehn on Aug. 11, 1950, at Montezuma, KS. To this union, eight children were born.
Arthur was a life long learner, educating himself in his agriculture business and the world around him. Family vacations emphasized the beauty of nature. He taught them to enjoy God’s creation and give Him praises for all of it.
The family moved from Kansas to Walker in 1959. Arthur was a successful farmer growing corn, soybeans, milo and wheat. He also had a sizable Holstein dairy and was a sales agent for a fertilizer company and a seed company. He worked closely with the Missouri agriculture agents and was progressive in his farming methods. Arthur sold his farm and moved to El Dorado Springs in 1974 where he continued to sell and apply fertilizer for surrounding farmers and raised beef cattle.
Arthur began his ministry by becoming Jr. Church Pastor at Calvary Baptist Church in Nevada. On Oct. 3, 1976, he was ordained into the gospel ministry. He served as pastor to Children’s Church at Calvary Baptist Church in Nevada for 14 years.
After moving to El Dorado Springs, he pastored the First Baptist Church in Caplinger Mills for 20 years. He enjoyed being involved with the community by serving in the Ministerial Alliance, the school board in Walker, the 54 Cruisers and the El Dorado Garden Club.
Arthur loved the Word of God. The Bible was his love and the foundation of his life. He loved it, read it and lived it. Through the Word of God he learned to lean upon the Almighty Savior. In Christ, he found truth, grace and the faith and strength to weather all the storms of life. Every morning and evening Arthur read the Word of God and prayed. His prayers were filled with blessings for his family and friends and great thanksgiving and praise to the God he loved.
He always had a special love for children. He and Minnie poured their love and lives into their children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Their love and sacrifice will be evident in the lives of his descendants for many generations to come. He will be treasured and missed by them and his many friends.
“Some people come into our lives and quickly go. Some stay for a while, leave footprints on our hearts, and we are never, ever the same.” Flavia Weedn
He was preceded in death by his wife, Minnie, and his daughter, Peggy.
He is survived by his seven children – Everett, and wife, Kathy - Kearney, MaDonna, and husband, Phillip Boyd - Hockley, TX, Rosanna, and husband, Kendall Boehs - Mountain Grove, Florene, and husband, Rex Manes - Walker, Christine, and husband, Richard Welsh - Murrieta, CA, Starrleen, and husband, Herb Heinen - Jefferson City, and Arthur Lyle - Flagstaff, AZ.
Services were held Sunday, Dec. 19, at Sheldon Chapel with Rev. Howard McPeak officiating. Music was It Is Well With My Soul, How Great Thou Art and When We All Get To Heaven with song leader Craig Boehs and pianist Phillip Boyd. Interment was in the El Dorado Springs City Cemetery.
Casketbearers were - Mack Johnson, Chan Johnson, Daniel Boyd, Ryan Welsh, Cory Koehn and Tim Heinin.
Arrangements were by Sheldon Funeral Home in El Dorado Springs.
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
Anton Vanzyl
Anton Vanzyl, 41, Schell City, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2010, at Nevada Regional Medical Center in Nevada.
Survivors include his mother, Dalien Vanzyl, of Hartenbos – Cape – South Africa, and his sister, Heleen, also of South Africa, and a host of Schell City friends.
Memorial services will begin at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 17, in the Lewis-Hoagland Funeral Home in Schell City.
Memorials are suggested to a memorial for Mr. Vanzyl’s expenses.
Interment will be in South Africa.
Survivors include his mother, Dalien Vanzyl, of Hartenbos – Cape – South Africa, and his sister, Heleen, also of South Africa, and a host of Schell City friends.
Memorial services will begin at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 17, in the Lewis-Hoagland Funeral Home in Schell City.
Memorials are suggested to a memorial for Mr. Vanzyl’s expenses.
Interment will be in South Africa.
Tuesday, December 7, 2010
Wayne Wesley Bradley
Wayne Bradley, 79, Temple, TX, formerly of El Dorado Springs, died Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2010, in a Temple, TX, nursing center. He was born July 22, 1931, to Bethel and Serena (Duke) Bradley in Wisdom, MO.
He married Carolyn O’Brien in 1980.
Wayne was a member of the Masonic Lodge in Leavenworth, KS, for 51 years. He was a carpenter by trade and, later in his life, he enjoyed raising cattle and training horses full time. He was a member of the Assembly of God Church in Stockton.
He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Carolyn Sue; grandson, Paul; and great granddaughter, Sophie Grace.
He is survived by his wife, Carolyn – Temple, TX; sons, Tony – Weatherford, TX, and Lance - El Dorado Springs; daughters, Marcella – Dallas, TX, and Marilyn - El Dorado Springs; stepson, Patrick – Belton. TX; sister, Laveta Turpin - Colorado Springs, CO; eight grandchildren, many great-grandchildren and many friends.
A memorial service was held Sunday, Dec. 12, at Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Temple, TX, with Rev. Elwyn Johnston officiating. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to: Jailhouse Rock Ministries, P. O. Box 880, Stockton, MO 65785.
Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Temple was in charge of arrangements.
He married Carolyn O’Brien in 1980.
Wayne was a member of the Masonic Lodge in Leavenworth, KS, for 51 years. He was a carpenter by trade and, later in his life, he enjoyed raising cattle and training horses full time. He was a member of the Assembly of God Church in Stockton.
He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Carolyn Sue; grandson, Paul; and great granddaughter, Sophie Grace.
He is survived by his wife, Carolyn – Temple, TX; sons, Tony – Weatherford, TX, and Lance - El Dorado Springs; daughters, Marcella – Dallas, TX, and Marilyn - El Dorado Springs; stepson, Patrick – Belton. TX; sister, Laveta Turpin - Colorado Springs, CO; eight grandchildren, many great-grandchildren and many friends.
A memorial service was held Sunday, Dec. 12, at Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Temple, TX, with Rev. Elwyn Johnston officiating. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to: Jailhouse Rock Ministries, P. O. Box 880, Stockton, MO 65785.
Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Temple was in charge of arrangements.
Agatha Arlene Green
Agatha Arlene Green, 62, Nevada, passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2010, at her home. She was born Aug. 10, 1948, in Halo, TX, to Henry Elton and Muriel Dean Witte.
She married Fred Green in 1993 in Carrabelle, FL, and he preceded her in death in 2006.
Agatha lived in Texas until moving to Missouri at the age of seven. She graduated from Nevada High School in 1966. She lived in Kansas City for a number of years before returning to Nevada where she worked at Farm and Home Savings, Nevada State Hospital and 3-M from 1983-1992. She lived and worked for Fugate Motors in El Dorado Springs from 1994 to 2008 when she retired.
She was a loving mother and devoted grandmother. She had lived in Nevada for the past three years.
Survivors include her daughter, Lori Coonrod, and her husband, Jeff - Nevada; four grandchildren - Marlina Coonrod, MaLani Coonrod, Dylan Coonrod and Dakota Stigall; one sister, Kay Arbuckle, Carrabelle, FL; one nephew, Shannon Arbuckle, and his wife, Lisa - Excelsior Springs, and one niece, Christy Arbuckle - Orrick.
In addition to her husband, Fred Green, she was preceded in death by one nephew, Dustin Kenneth Arbuckle.
A memorial service was held on Friday, Dec. 10, at Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada, with Dr. William Cox officiating.
She married Fred Green in 1993 in Carrabelle, FL, and he preceded her in death in 2006.
Agatha lived in Texas until moving to Missouri at the age of seven. She graduated from Nevada High School in 1966. She lived in Kansas City for a number of years before returning to Nevada where she worked at Farm and Home Savings, Nevada State Hospital and 3-M from 1983-1992. She lived and worked for Fugate Motors in El Dorado Springs from 1994 to 2008 when she retired.
She was a loving mother and devoted grandmother. She had lived in Nevada for the past three years.
Survivors include her daughter, Lori Coonrod, and her husband, Jeff - Nevada; four grandchildren - Marlina Coonrod, MaLani Coonrod, Dylan Coonrod and Dakota Stigall; one sister, Kay Arbuckle, Carrabelle, FL; one nephew, Shannon Arbuckle, and his wife, Lisa - Excelsior Springs, and one niece, Christy Arbuckle - Orrick.
In addition to her husband, Fred Green, she was preceded in death by one nephew, Dustin Kenneth Arbuckle.
A memorial service was held on Friday, Dec. 10, at Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada, with Dr. William Cox officiating.
Monday, December 6, 2010
Carol Jeanette (Samp) Jones
Carol Jeanette (Samp) Jones, 76, Jasper, departed this life to be with the Lord on Monday, Dec. 6, 2010, at Carthage Health and Rehab after a lengthy illness.
Carol was born March 7, 1934, in Ipswich, SD, to Fred John and Bendena Elizabeth (Schutte) Samp.
She graduated from Ipswich High School in 1952 and then traveled to Missouri to attend Cottey College in Nevada on a music scholarship.
Carol spent a number of years either working or supervising in school cafeterias from Neosho to Butler, ending her career with retirement from the Jasper R-V Schools in 1988.
She married Cecil Edward Jones on June 26, 1953, at Jerico Springs. He preceded her in death on Dec. 23, 2008.
Carol enjoyed her family, her home and helping others in time of need. She loved cooking, sewing, reading and listening to music or playing the piano. She loved playing games and entertaining her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Carol especially loved the Lord and was a true inspiration in the way she served Him. She was saved and baptized in February of 1953 and joined Hazel Dell Missionary Baptist Church southeast of El Dorado Springs. She moved her membership in 1958 to New Hope Missionary Baptist Church in Avilla where she was still an active member.
In addition to her husband, Cecil Edward Jones, Carol was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Howard Samp and Roy Samp.
Carol is survived by three children and their spouses - Sheila and David Smith - Cabot, AR, Cynthia and Lloyd Chapman – Jasper, and Kevin and Robin Jones - Lebanon; a sister and brother-in-law, Gladys and Edward Nelson - San Angelo, TX; a sister-in-law, Beryl Samp - Aberdeen, SD; three grandsons - Robert and Brandi Chapman - Neck City, Jeff Chapman - Jasper, and Randall and Kariann Smith - Ward, AR; three great-grandchildren - Hunter, Gage and Kylie Chapman - Neck City; two nephews, Richard and Diana Heinemeyer - Denver, CO, and Ed Jr. and Patty Nelson - San Antonio, TX; two nieces, Lynn Nelson - Triangle, VA, and Lisa and Philip Cope - Charlotte, NC; and a host of extended family and friends including a sister-in-law, Geneva Miller - Lamar. Locally, Carol is survived by her husband’s brother and sister-in-law, Jerald and Janet Jones; and her husband’s sister, Pauline Bryant.
The family would like to extend a very special thanks to Dr. Chad Wagoner, Carthage Health and Rehab and Regional Hospice of Joplin, for the excellent care Mom received during her illness. They will always hold a very special place in our hearts.
Services were held on Friday, Dec. 10, at Daniel Funeral Home in Lamar. Brother Doyle Mayfield and Brother Norman Highley conducted the service with burial following in Hazel Dell Cemetery southeast of El Dorado Springs.
Memorial contributions are suggested to Regional Hospice in Joplin in care of Daniel Funeral Home.
Carol was born March 7, 1934, in Ipswich, SD, to Fred John and Bendena Elizabeth (Schutte) Samp.
She graduated from Ipswich High School in 1952 and then traveled to Missouri to attend Cottey College in Nevada on a music scholarship.
Carol spent a number of years either working or supervising in school cafeterias from Neosho to Butler, ending her career with retirement from the Jasper R-V Schools in 1988.
She married Cecil Edward Jones on June 26, 1953, at Jerico Springs. He preceded her in death on Dec. 23, 2008.
Carol enjoyed her family, her home and helping others in time of need. She loved cooking, sewing, reading and listening to music or playing the piano. She loved playing games and entertaining her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Carol especially loved the Lord and was a true inspiration in the way she served Him. She was saved and baptized in February of 1953 and joined Hazel Dell Missionary Baptist Church southeast of El Dorado Springs. She moved her membership in 1958 to New Hope Missionary Baptist Church in Avilla where she was still an active member.
In addition to her husband, Cecil Edward Jones, Carol was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Howard Samp and Roy Samp.
Carol is survived by three children and their spouses - Sheila and David Smith - Cabot, AR, Cynthia and Lloyd Chapman – Jasper, and Kevin and Robin Jones - Lebanon; a sister and brother-in-law, Gladys and Edward Nelson - San Angelo, TX; a sister-in-law, Beryl Samp - Aberdeen, SD; three grandsons - Robert and Brandi Chapman - Neck City, Jeff Chapman - Jasper, and Randall and Kariann Smith - Ward, AR; three great-grandchildren - Hunter, Gage and Kylie Chapman - Neck City; two nephews, Richard and Diana Heinemeyer - Denver, CO, and Ed Jr. and Patty Nelson - San Antonio, TX; two nieces, Lynn Nelson - Triangle, VA, and Lisa and Philip Cope - Charlotte, NC; and a host of extended family and friends including a sister-in-law, Geneva Miller - Lamar. Locally, Carol is survived by her husband’s brother and sister-in-law, Jerald and Janet Jones; and her husband’s sister, Pauline Bryant.
The family would like to extend a very special thanks to Dr. Chad Wagoner, Carthage Health and Rehab and Regional Hospice of Joplin, for the excellent care Mom received during her illness. They will always hold a very special place in our hearts.
Services were held on Friday, Dec. 10, at Daniel Funeral Home in Lamar. Brother Doyle Mayfield and Brother Norman Highley conducted the service with burial following in Hazel Dell Cemetery southeast of El Dorado Springs.
Memorial contributions are suggested to Regional Hospice in Joplin in care of Daniel Funeral Home.
Roy Carriker
Roy Carriker, 74, of Houston, TX, passed away at his home on Nov. 30, 2010. He was born in St. Clair County on Oct. 6, 1936, to Walter A. and Helen Carriker.
Roy worked as a mechanic for over 50 years, working in El Dorado Springs for a time before moving to Texas. He enjoyed his work as a heavy truck mechanic for the City of Baytown, TX, for 13 years.
Survivors include three sons - Eric Carriker - El Dorado Springs and Adam Carriker and Merle Carriker - Houston, TX; six grandchildren - Michael, Christopher, Genie, Tiffany, Khrystel and Elora; two foster sons, Steven - Houston, TX and John of Florida; one brother, Wendell Carriker - Houston, TX; three sisters - Velma Boe - Denver, CO, Donna Todd - of Missouri and
Connie Chapman - Osceola; and other relatives and friends.
Memorial services will begin at 2 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 9, in Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home in El Dorado Springs. Grady Todd will officiate. Arrangements are under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
Roy worked as a mechanic for over 50 years, working in El Dorado Springs for a time before moving to Texas. He enjoyed his work as a heavy truck mechanic for the City of Baytown, TX, for 13 years.
Survivors include three sons - Eric Carriker - El Dorado Springs and Adam Carriker and Merle Carriker - Houston, TX; six grandchildren - Michael, Christopher, Genie, Tiffany, Khrystel and Elora; two foster sons, Steven - Houston, TX and John of Florida; one brother, Wendell Carriker - Houston, TX; three sisters - Velma Boe - Denver, CO, Donna Todd - of Missouri and
Connie Chapman - Osceola; and other relatives and friends.
Memorial services will begin at 2 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 9, in Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home in El Dorado Springs. Grady Todd will officiate. Arrangements are under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
Sunday, December 5, 2010
Evelyn Marie Chism Esry
Evelyn Marie Chism Esry, 75, was born May 9, 1935, in Bearcreek to Ovie Ray and Willa Tolbert Chism and passed away on Dec. 5, 2010.
She graduated from high school in Stockton in 1952 then furthered her education in Springfield in Business Education. She met the love of her life, James B Esry. They were married March 26, 1955. They enjoyed a life filled with family and friends until his passing on Jan. 22, 2002. To this union five children were born - Gary Esry and wife, Nancy; Kent Esry and wife, Connie; Mark Esry; Cindy Esry and Wendy Esry Davis and husband, Chris - all of El Dorado Springs.
Evelyn was a homemaker, mother and successful career person when it was not that popular. She worked briefly in Kansas City then returned to El Dorado Springs. She worked at the International Shoe Company and helped with the Esry Cafe.
In 1960, she and James founded El Dorado Sales Co. They both worked tirelessly side-by-side to create a profitable and successful business. This was not enough for Evelyn, she then decided to open a western wear store and feed store and also worked for Tri County State Bank until her retirement.
Throughout all her endeavors she still found time to play. The world was Evelyn’s oyster and she was the pearl. Bowling and bowling trips was one of her greatest pleasures and everyone enjoyed her company.
She was a member of the First Baptist Church in El Dorado Springs. She was baptized as a young girl in the river at Bearcreek.
She was not only a Christian but she lived the way a Christian should. The center of her life was her children, grandchildren, great grandkids and her friends.
She was proceeded in death by her husband, James B Esry; her parents, Ovie Ray and Willa Chism; two brothers, Joe and Bill Chism; two sisters, Emma Chism Fidler and Mary Chism Schaaf. Survivors include her five children; 12 grandchildren - Brandon, Brent, Kensey, Devon, Amber, Tiffany, Tabetha, Tanessa, Taryn, Ginelle, Alyssa and Rayden; seven great-grandchildren; one brother, Jim Chism; several nieces and nephews and a host of family and friends.
Services were held Wednesday, Dec. 8, in Sheldon Chapel with Rev. Brent Bland officiating. Special music was What A Day That Will Be and Bridge Over Troubled Waters by Tiffany McGuirk and Just A Closer Walk With Thee by Ginelle Esry. Interment was in Lindley Prairie Cemetery Stockton.
Casketbearers were - Devon Esry, Bennie Brower, Brandon Esry, Brian Brown, Eric McGuirk and R.L. Smith. Honorary casketbearers were - John Stutesman, John Roseman, Herb Daniels and Chip Jennings.
Arrangements were under the direction of Sheldon Funeral Home in El Dorado Springs.
Saturday, December 4, 2010
Ervin Eugene Keith
Ervin Eugene Keith, 66, El Dorado Springs, passed away on Saturday, Dec. 4, 2010, at St. John’s Regional Medical Center in Springfield, following a lengthy illness. He was born on March 26, 1944, in Stockton, to Finis Charles Keith and Haleane Louise Scholler Keith.
He married Sharon Pitts in 2000 and she preceded him in death in 2004.
Ervin grew up in Foster and attended the Foster and Rich Hill Schools. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1961-1964 stationed in the Philippines and Viet Nam.
Ervin worked as a truck driver his whole life and worked for various trucking companies out of Joplin.
He lived in Vernon County for eight years from 1968-1976, then in Joplin, for over 20 years. He had lived in El Dorado Springs, for the past nine years. He was a member of the American Legion.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Finis Keith and Halene Grinner Keith; two brothers, Frank Keith and LeRoy Keith, and four sisters - Mary Bishop, Maxine Baker, Mildred Clemmons and Jean Williams.
Survivors include five children - Roy Lee Keith - El Dorado Springs, Tabitha Keith, Jennette Fields, Sabrina Keith and Ervin Keith, Jr. - all of Joplin; 18 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; four brothers - Clyde Keith - Lowry City, Fred Bishop - Nevada, James Bishop - Joplin and Kenneth Bishop - Woodburn, OR; and two sisters, Frieda Burrows - Muskogee, OK, and Nancy Dirks - Alba.
Memorial services with Military Rites will begin at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 9, at Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada, with Rev. Carl Covey officiating. A private com-mittal service will be held at a later date. Friends may call now and until the hour of service at the funeral home.
Those who wish may contribute to the American Lung Association or the American Cancer Society.
He married Sharon Pitts in 2000 and she preceded him in death in 2004.
Ervin grew up in Foster and attended the Foster and Rich Hill Schools. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1961-1964 stationed in the Philippines and Viet Nam.
Ervin worked as a truck driver his whole life and worked for various trucking companies out of Joplin.
He lived in Vernon County for eight years from 1968-1976, then in Joplin, for over 20 years. He had lived in El Dorado Springs, for the past nine years. He was a member of the American Legion.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Finis Keith and Halene Grinner Keith; two brothers, Frank Keith and LeRoy Keith, and four sisters - Mary Bishop, Maxine Baker, Mildred Clemmons and Jean Williams.
Survivors include five children - Roy Lee Keith - El Dorado Springs, Tabitha Keith, Jennette Fields, Sabrina Keith and Ervin Keith, Jr. - all of Joplin; 18 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; four brothers - Clyde Keith - Lowry City, Fred Bishop - Nevada, James Bishop - Joplin and Kenneth Bishop - Woodburn, OR; and two sisters, Frieda Burrows - Muskogee, OK, and Nancy Dirks - Alba.
Memorial services with Military Rites will begin at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 9, at Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada, with Rev. Carl Covey officiating. A private com-mittal service will be held at a later date. Friends may call now and until the hour of service at the funeral home.
Those who wish may contribute to the American Lung Association or the American Cancer Society.
Elva Frances Crockett
Elva Frances (Brown) Crockett, 93, Lamar, was born Aug. 31, 1917, to Leonard Hurley and Della Frances (Brous) Brown. She went to be with her Lord and Savior on the morning of Dec. 4, 2010, at her home near Lamar.
She was a lifelong resident of rural Lamar except for brief periods of living in Carthage, Joplin, Western Kansas and Pensacola, FL.
Elva attended the Rose Branch School through the eighth grade. On May 14, 1944, she married Ralph Reed Crockett, then a sailor stationed at U.S. Naval Air Station, Bronson Field, Pensacola, FL. The couple celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on May 14, 1994.
Elva gave her life to the Lord during her teen years and was a present member of Bethel Church. She was a devoted housewife and mother who loved her children, her garden and her home. Her last wishes and prayers were for all her children and families to accept Christ and serve Him in a church.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Reed Crockett, on Sept. 26, 1996; a daughter, Dixie Diane, on July 19, 1954; and a son, Dwight Dale Crockett, on Sept. 20, 2006.
Elva is survived by four sons – David Dean and Sharon Crockett, Daniel Gene and Connie Crockett, Donald Dwayne and Donna Crockett, and Darrell Dee and Prisilla Crockett – all of Lamar; a daughter-in-law, Joy Crocket, widow of son, Dwight Dale Crockett; four daughters – Dorothy Darlene and John Dunn – Lansing, KS, Daisy Delia and Darrell Reeder – El Dorado Springs, Delores Deane and Dale Peters and Dora Delle and Cole Rector – of Lamar; 33 grandchildren and 52 great-grandchildren; one brother, James Brown – Lincolnton, NC; two sisters-in-law, Claudine Crockett – Lamar and Esther Brown – Roswell, GA; and many nieces nephews and a host of friends.
Services began at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 8, at Konantz-Warden Funeral Home Chapel in Lamar with Minister Ben Cross officiating. Special music by her granddaughter, Lori Dunn, was Listen To The Mockingbird. Congregational hymns were How Great Thou Art and Amazing Grace.
Interment was in Oak Grove Cemetery in Oakton. Pallbearers were Dwayne Crockett, Davy Crockett, Devin Crockett, Jason
Crockett, Scott Dunn and Matthews Peters.
Arrangements were under the direction of Konantz-Warden Funeral Home in Lamar.
She was a lifelong resident of rural Lamar except for brief periods of living in Carthage, Joplin, Western Kansas and Pensacola, FL.
Elva attended the Rose Branch School through the eighth grade. On May 14, 1944, she married Ralph Reed Crockett, then a sailor stationed at U.S. Naval Air Station, Bronson Field, Pensacola, FL. The couple celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on May 14, 1994.
Elva gave her life to the Lord during her teen years and was a present member of Bethel Church. She was a devoted housewife and mother who loved her children, her garden and her home. Her last wishes and prayers were for all her children and families to accept Christ and serve Him in a church.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Reed Crockett, on Sept. 26, 1996; a daughter, Dixie Diane, on July 19, 1954; and a son, Dwight Dale Crockett, on Sept. 20, 2006.
Elva is survived by four sons – David Dean and Sharon Crockett, Daniel Gene and Connie Crockett, Donald Dwayne and Donna Crockett, and Darrell Dee and Prisilla Crockett – all of Lamar; a daughter-in-law, Joy Crocket, widow of son, Dwight Dale Crockett; four daughters – Dorothy Darlene and John Dunn – Lansing, KS, Daisy Delia and Darrell Reeder – El Dorado Springs, Delores Deane and Dale Peters and Dora Delle and Cole Rector – of Lamar; 33 grandchildren and 52 great-grandchildren; one brother, James Brown – Lincolnton, NC; two sisters-in-law, Claudine Crockett – Lamar and Esther Brown – Roswell, GA; and many nieces nephews and a host of friends.
Services began at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 8, at Konantz-Warden Funeral Home Chapel in Lamar with Minister Ben Cross officiating. Special music by her granddaughter, Lori Dunn, was Listen To The Mockingbird. Congregational hymns were How Great Thou Art and Amazing Grace.
Interment was in Oak Grove Cemetery in Oakton. Pallbearers were Dwayne Crockett, Davy Crockett, Devin Crockett, Jason
Crockett, Scott Dunn and Matthews Peters.
Arrangements were under the direction of Konantz-Warden Funeral Home in Lamar.
Friday, December 3, 2010
Jerry Wayne St.Clair
Jerry Wayne St.Clair, 57, Harwood, passed away at home in his sleep early Friday morning, Dec. 3, 2010. Jerry was born in El Dorado Springs, on Dec. 26, 1952. He graduated from El Dorado Springs High School.
Jerry worked all kinds of jobs. He was a truck driver up until he was disabled. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in El Dorado Springs.
Preceding him in death were: his grandparents, Moris and Emma Redemer; one aunt, Betty Hopewell; and three uncles - Don, Moris and Bob Redemer.
He is survived by his mother, Ruth St.Clair, of the home and other relatives and friends.
Graveside services were held on Monday, Dec. 6, 2010, at the El Dorado Springs City Cemetery. Rev. Ron Marsh officiated.
Arrangements were under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
Pallbearers were - Donnie Beaty, Jackie Beaty, Jessie Beaty and Dick Perry.
Jerry worked all kinds of jobs. He was a truck driver up until he was disabled. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in El Dorado Springs.
Preceding him in death were: his grandparents, Moris and Emma Redemer; one aunt, Betty Hopewell; and three uncles - Don, Moris and Bob Redemer.
He is survived by his mother, Ruth St.Clair, of the home and other relatives and friends.
Graveside services were held on Monday, Dec. 6, 2010, at the El Dorado Springs City Cemetery. Rev. Ron Marsh officiated.
Arrangements were under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
Pallbearers were - Donnie Beaty, Jackie Beaty, Jessie Beaty and Dick Perry.
Thursday, December 2, 2010
Martha Luella Jones
Martha Luella Jones, 80, was born April 15, 1930, in Osceola, to Clarence William and Connie Martha (Leach) Drake and passed away on Dec. 2, 2010.
She graduated from school in Osceola in 1948 and then got her teaching certificate that summer.
Martha met Mason Jones and they were married after one month and 10 days. They were married for 39 years when Mason passed away. To this union seven children were born - Connie, Mason, Jim, John, Clayton, Janice and Randy.
She was a homemaker, always trying to take care of everyone. She took in laundry, baby-sat, cleaned dog kennels and even rolled newspapers for the Buyer’s Guide; anything to help support her family.
Her biggest job was raising seven children, which she did lovingly and firmly - mostly alone because Mason was away working as a steeplejack and a truck driver.
Martha’s greatest joys were her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. She held the family together with true stubbornness.
She was an avid bowler, winning many trophies, plaques and pins. Martha decided to quit when she finally had no choice. Other hobbies she enjoyed included reading books, quilting and crocheting Afghans, baby blankets and prayer blankets. Martha was an active member of the Late Bloomers Red Hat Society.
She loved the Senior Center and everything about it as well. She’s best known for working the front desk and calling bingo. Anytime there was a fundraiser she was in the middle of it. Once she sold over 500 raffle tickets, pestering everybody she knew and a lot she didn’t know. Her only holdout was a young man who later became her grandson. She delivered Meals on Wheels with her best friend, Nina Plaskett. She loved everyone with an open heart, seeing our faults but ignoring them.
Martha was a member of the First Christian Church in El Dorado Springs. She was baptized in Osceola at an early age. Serving on the Diaconette, teaching Youth Sunday School and the nursery for 19 years, the church decided she should be paid. She signed the back of the check and gave it back.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Mason; grandson, Gary Isaacs; great grandson, Jeffery Holiday; brother, Bill Drake; and special friend, Jess Loter.
Martha is survived by her children - Connie Leonard, and husband, John - Harwood, Mason Jones Jr., and wife, Darlene - Princeton, KS, Jim Jones, and wife, Tish - Sumral, MS, John Jones, and wife, Trish - Columbus, MS, Clayton Jones, and wife, Missy - El Dorado Springs, Janice Potter, and husband, Bill – Carthage and Randy Jones, and wife, Tracy - Ghent, KY; siblings, John “Jack” Drake, and wife, Shirley - Potosi, Judy Cline, and husband, Frank - Tonasket, WA, and Linda Dykes, and husband, Leroy - Erick, OK; a stepson, Alfred Jones - Whorton, TX; 27 grand-children; 44 great-grand-children; and nine great-great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
Nothing pleased Martha more than having her family come for visits and to bake peanut butter cookies and zucchini cake and her famous homemade noodles for them. She was surrounded by family at the time of her death.
Services were held Sunday, Dec. 5, in the First Christian Church in El Dorado Springs with Rev. Barbara Minton officiating. Music was Amazing Grace and”Holes In The Floor Of Heaven.
Casketbearers were - Mason Jones III, Justin Whitten, Mason Lee Jones, John Kirkpatrick, Brad Leonard and Rick Delk. Honorary casketbearers were - Tyler Jones, Clayton Jones, Jr. and Adam Horning.
Interment was in Mt. Vernon Cemetery in Dedrick.
Arrangements were by Sheldon Funeral Home El Dorado Springs.
John Ira Bishop
John Ira Bishop, 82, El Dorado Springs, passed away at Community Springs Healthcare in El Dorado Springs on Dec. 2, 2010, just three days short of his 83rd birthday. He was born Dec. 5, 1927, to Finis Bishop and Lilly Henson Bishop in Greenfield. John was raised on a farm southwest of Stockton.
John accepted Jesus as Lord and Savior during a lay renewal at Union Hall Baptist Church on Jan. 27, 1985. He remained a member for the duration of his life. John and Bonnie continued attending church there until his health no longer permitted.
John married Bonnie Lee Butler on July 29, 1950. He often said he had to borrow $5 from his Uncle Yul to get married. From this union one daughter was born, Nelmay June Bishop Vilhauer.
John and Bonnie lived in the Stockton and El Dorado Springs areas all their lives. During his younger days, John would work the Kansas wheat harvest. John worked for several businesses in the area. He was most noted for his years working for
International Shoe Co., working his way to maintenance supervisor. After the plant closed, John worked for the State Hospital in Nevada as a maintenance worker.
In addition to his “day” job, John was always trading calves, farming, building or remodeling houses and cutting wood or logs. He was an avid hunter, fisherman and enjoyed beekeeping.
He was a cook in the Army during the Korean Conflict and so he always had to cook the fish for family meals.
John was preceded in death by his parents, Finis and Lilly Bishop; granddaughter, Stephanie Renee Vilhauer; one sister, Hazel June; and many other uncles, aunts, cousins and brother-in-laws.
Surviving family include his wife, Bonnie Bishop, of the home; daughter, Nelmay Bishop Vilhauer, and husband, Stanley - El Dorado Springs; grandson and wife, John and Molly Vilhauer - Chicago, IL; many cousins and brother-in-laws.
Services were held Sunday, Dec. 5, at Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home in El Dorado Springs with Pastor Brent Bland officiating. Suzanne Gladden and Cassie Sayler provided the music. Interment followed in the El Dorado Springs City Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
Pallbearers were John Vilhauer, Stan Vilhauer, Eber Butler, Chad Butler, Frank Butler and Larry Shearburn. Honorary pallbearers were John Janes, W.D. Eason, Donnie Fletcher, Alvin Dody, Jimmie Nichols and Stevie Barger.
Charles W. Hill
Charles W. Hill, 95, Cherokee, IA, formerly of rural Aurelia, IA, and El Dorado Springs, passed away Thursday morning, Dec. 2, 2010, in the Cherokee Villa Nursing and Rehab Center. Charles was born on Nov. 14, 1915, to Henry and Sophie (Specht) Hill.
He was united in marriage on Dec. 11, 1935, to Mary Frances Barlow in Storm Lake, IA.
He farmed in O’Brien County for a short time and then farmed south of Aurelia, IA, for many years until he moved to Littleton, CO, in 1967 to work for South Suburban Parks and Recreation. He retired in 1981, relocated to El Dorado Springs, MO, and returned to Iowa in 2005.
He was a member of the Zion Lutheran Church in Paullina, El Dorado Springs Municipal Golf Course and the Lions Club in El Dorado Springs. He enjoyed woodworking, golfing, square dancing, trap shooting and was active in church.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary, in 2001; an infant daughter, Marilyn; a brother, Jim Hill, and three sisters - Eleanor Swenson, Arlene Jurgensen and Marjorie Rahbaugh.
He is survived by his five children - Carol Otto, and her husband, Leon - Centennial, CO; Jim Hill, and his special friend, Joyce Leckband - Paullina, IA; David Hill - Kenyon, MN; Dianne Lyons, and her husband, Roy - Middleburg, FL; and Duane Hill - Cherokee, IA; 14 grandchildren, 33 great grandchildren and nine great-great grandchildren.
Services were held on Tuesday, Dec. 7, at the Zion Lutheran Church in Paullina, IA, with Pastor Daniel Wagner officiating. Burial followed in the Afton Township Cemetery in Cherokee, IA, under the direction Boothby Funeral Home in Cherokee, IA.
Online condolences can be left at www.boothbyfuneral. com.
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