Gene Vernon Walbridge, 68 of Butler, died Tuesday, June 21, 2011, at his home in rural Butler. He was born June 23, 1942, to Homer Ira and Edna Ethel Spain Walbridge in Butler.
Gene is survived by his wife, Loutina Walbridge, Butler; two daughters, Gina Mitchell and husband, Robert, El Dorado Springs, and Jana Rosier and husband, Jason, Butler; one brother, Melvin Walbridge, and wife, Wilma, Joplin; and four grandchildren - Trent, Amanda, Jalyn and Jenay. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Services were held Friday, June 24, at the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, with Brother Bill Perkey officiating. Burial was in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler. Contributions. Double Branch Christian Church or Salvation Army—Joplin Relief. Online condolences, www.schowengerdtchapel.com.
Wednesday, June 29, 2011
Bryan Dean Brown
Bryan Dean Brown, 20, El Dorado Springs, our loving son, grandson, brother, cousin, student and friend, passed away on June 29, 2011, in his home in El Dorado Springs.He was born on June 1, 1991, to Dean Kirbey Brown and Leigh Ann (Steward) Brown. Bryan graduated from El Dorado Springs High School in 2009 and had attended Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) in Joplin.
Bryan was preceded in death by his father, Dean Kirby Brown; his grandparents, Marian Brown, Johnnie E. (Jay) Brown and Sandra Lorene Steward; his aunt, Darla Jean Steward; and his uncle, Johnnie Brown.
He is survived by his mother, Leigh Ann (Steward) Morgan; his brothers, Chase Brown and Gaven Morgan; his sisters, Lakin Madison Lindsey and Maddy Rowland; his grandparents, Leon and Debee Steward; his great-grandparents, Josephine Johnson and Joe and Nancy Levi; his aunts and uncles - Mike Steward, Brad and Melanie Steward, Scott and Stephanie Steward, Mike and
Kim Brown, Bobby Brown, Karen Brown, Tim and Judy Norman and Mark and Teresa Fear; as well as numerous cousins, friends and extended family.
Bryan’s interests revolved around art, music, fashion, family, friends and he had aspirations to pursue art in education. His proudest moment was graduating high school and he was very proud of the fact that he would be one of the first in the Brown family to go to college.
Bryan is remembered for his loyalty to family, his gift in creating art, his friendship, being very outgoing and his ability to make those around him feel good with his warm, positive and caring personality. Bryan was always seen as a forgiving and devoted person, as he always put the needs of others before his own. Chase, Lakin and Gaven looked up to Bryan not only as a brother, but also as a father figure at times, since he was the oldest. There are those in his life that described him as’“The Rock” for others to lean on. He influenced many with his kindness and selflessness. Bryan was a genuine soul.
Bryan’s legacy comes from his own words of wisdom,’“that no matter what, you should always be your own person.” He will be missed by many but forgotten by none.
Services were held on Saturday, July 2, at the El Dorado Springs First Baptist Church. Rev. Brent Bland officiated and Tiffany Edwards provided music. Interment followed in Harwood Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
Pallbearers were Brad Steward, Scott Steward, Mike Steward, Bobby Brown, Mike Brown and Josh Brown.
Memorial donations may be made in memory of Bryan Brown and left at the funeral home.
Online condolences may be left on our web site at: www.blandhackleman.com.
Friday, June 24, 2011
Fred Lendermon
Fred Lendermon, 86, Grandview, passed away June 24, 2011, at Beautiful Savior Nursing Home in Belton. He was born Sept. 20, 1924, in Ward, AR, to Dulin and Coma (Price) Lendermon.
Fred joined the Navy after an early graduation from high school and served from July 3, 1943, to February 18, 1946. On July 18, 1953, he married Bonnie Thompson in Springdale, AR. He worked for over 40 years in the grocery business. He especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Fred was affiliated with the Baptist Church.
Preceding him in death were his parents, Dulin and Coma Lendermon, and two brothers, Hugh Lendermon and William Lendermon
Survivors include his wife, Bonnie (Thompson) Lendermon - Grandview; two sons, Robert Lendermon, and wife, Terry - Scottsdale, AZ, Steve Lendermon, and wife, Trish - Independence; one daughter, Debra Brown, and husband, Bryan - Gladstone; two granddaughters, Shannon Brocker and Kristin Cutbirth and husband, Scott; five great-grandchildren - Devon, Christopher, Blake, Brianna and Scottie; three brothers - L.D., Russell and Doug; and three sisters - Dora Lee, Ernestine, and Patsy.
Services will begin at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 29, 2011, at the Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home in El Dorado Springs with Ron Keogh officiating.
Online condolences may be left at www.blandhackleman.com
Fred joined the Navy after an early graduation from high school and served from July 3, 1943, to February 18, 1946. On July 18, 1953, he married Bonnie Thompson in Springdale, AR. He worked for over 40 years in the grocery business. He especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Fred was affiliated with the Baptist Church.
Preceding him in death were his parents, Dulin and Coma Lendermon, and two brothers, Hugh Lendermon and William Lendermon
Survivors include his wife, Bonnie (Thompson) Lendermon - Grandview; two sons, Robert Lendermon, and wife, Terry - Scottsdale, AZ, Steve Lendermon, and wife, Trish - Independence; one daughter, Debra Brown, and husband, Bryan - Gladstone; two granddaughters, Shannon Brocker and Kristin Cutbirth and husband, Scott; five great-grandchildren - Devon, Christopher, Blake, Brianna and Scottie; three brothers - L.D., Russell and Doug; and three sisters - Dora Lee, Ernestine, and Patsy.
Services will begin at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 29, 2011, at the Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home in El Dorado Springs with Ron Keogh officiating.
Online condolences may be left at www.blandhackleman.com
Thursday, June 23, 2011
Helen Louise Hill
Helen Louise Hill, 84, El Dorado Springs, passed away Thursday, June 23, 2011, at Cedar County Memorial Hospital.Helen was born May 2, 1927, in Bates County, the daughter of Virgil and Winnie Wainscott. She grew up in Ballard and graduated from Ballard High School. On July 1, 1945, Helen was united in marriage to Ed Hill and to this union one daughter, Sherry, was born.
Helen’s pride and joy were her dogs. Anyone that knew Helen, knew Samantha and Cricket. Helen loved to bake and those who knew her, have often tasted her delicious goodies. Helen was always ready to go fishing or hunting, and as a previous owner of Tote and Float Boat Shop, her hobby became a successful business in El Dorado Springs.
Helen was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Ed; her two sisters, Margaret Shull and Rita Hudson, and niece, Janet Anderson. Helen is survived by her daughter, Sherry and grandsons, Brent and Matt. She leaves behind nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews as well as many dear friends.
Her family wishes to thank everyone for their kindness as well as their visits to Helen during her illness.
Services were held Monday, June 27, in Sheldon Funeral Home with David Studer officiating. Music was “In The Garden” and”“Old Rugged Cross.”
Casketbearers were Dwight Hamby, Steve Thomas, Bill Neale and Harold Morgan.
Interment was in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler, under direction of Sheldon Funeral Home, El Dorado Springs.
Carl Coulter
Carl Coulter, 92, of Forsyth, died on Thursday, June 23, 2011, at his residence, surrounded by his four children.
He was born on Dec. 19, 1918, at Forsyth, the son of Archie and Mary Coulter.
Carl was a WWII Veteran. He worked on the building of the Beaver, Table Rock and Stockton Dams. He was a lifelong resident of Taney Country. Carl was a member of Riverview Bible Baptist Church.
Survivors include his children – Carole Linkous and husband, Curtis, of Forsyth; Nancy Miller and husband, Danny, of Colfax, LA; Chuck Coulter and wife, Teddie, of Brighton; Lyn Findley and husband, Rick, of Forsyth; Brenda Roberts and husband, Bill of Springfield; Gary Horner and wife, Dana, of Springfield; and Anita Brockway and husband, Dan, of Bella Vista, AR; three brothers – Joe Coulter and wife, Jean, of El Dorado Springs; Ray Coulter and wife, Aletha, of Forsyth; and Paul Coulter of Ava; nine grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wives, Wilma Riddle Coulter of 48 years and Lora Fern Horner Coulter of four years; two brothers, Roy Coulter and Earl Coulter.
Services were held Monday, June 27, at the Riverview Bible Baptist Church. Burial followed at Snapp Cemetery in Forsyth.
Arrangements were under the direction of Forsyth Whelchel Funeral Chapel.
Memorials ma be made to the Riverview Bible Baptist School, 13901 US Hwy 160, Forsyth, MO 65653
He was born on Dec. 19, 1918, at Forsyth, the son of Archie and Mary Coulter.
Carl was a WWII Veteran. He worked on the building of the Beaver, Table Rock and Stockton Dams. He was a lifelong resident of Taney Country. Carl was a member of Riverview Bible Baptist Church.
Survivors include his children – Carole Linkous and husband, Curtis, of Forsyth; Nancy Miller and husband, Danny, of Colfax, LA; Chuck Coulter and wife, Teddie, of Brighton; Lyn Findley and husband, Rick, of Forsyth; Brenda Roberts and husband, Bill of Springfield; Gary Horner and wife, Dana, of Springfield; and Anita Brockway and husband, Dan, of Bella Vista, AR; three brothers – Joe Coulter and wife, Jean, of El Dorado Springs; Ray Coulter and wife, Aletha, of Forsyth; and Paul Coulter of Ava; nine grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wives, Wilma Riddle Coulter of 48 years and Lora Fern Horner Coulter of four years; two brothers, Roy Coulter and Earl Coulter.
Services were held Monday, June 27, at the Riverview Bible Baptist Church. Burial followed at Snapp Cemetery in Forsyth.
Arrangements were under the direction of Forsyth Whelchel Funeral Chapel.
Memorials ma be made to the Riverview Bible Baptist School, 13901 US Hwy 160, Forsyth, MO 65653
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
Meredith “Cap” Parrish
Meredith “Cap” Parrish, 78, El Dorado Springs, passed away June 22, 2011, at Medicalodges Care Center in Nevada. He was born Sept. 12, 1932, in Jerico Springs, to Albert Gains Parrish Sr. and Helen Grace (Hall) Parrish.
Cap attended grade school in Montevallo and graduated from El Dorado Springs High School in 1951. He joined the Navy in 1952 and was honorably discharged in 1956. After his discharge, he was a member of the American Legion for over 50 years and enjoyed volunteering for many fundraisers.
On Nov. 18, 1961, he was married to Anna Geneva Egbert in Kansas City.
Cap was a lifelong farmer, most of which was spent in the Montevallo area. His farming activities included cattle, hogs and row crops; but he especially enjoyed baling hay. For many years he sold DeKalb Seed Corn. He also sold crop insurance and was a crop adjuster. He was a member of the Township Road Board for over 50 years and was active in the Vernon County Farm
Service Agency. After the devastating tornado in 2006, Cap built back and continued to operate the farm.
He spent many hours collecting and repairing toy tractors. He enjoyed attending the tractor shows and visiting with his many friends. His grandson, Cameron, was the light of his life.
Preceding him in death were his parents; one brother, Junior Parrish; and a son, Larry.
Survivors include his wife, Anna, of the home; one son, Jeff Parrish, and wife, Kim, of Montevallo; two grand-children, Cameron and Kelsey; one uncle, Thomas Hall; and many other relatives and friends.
Services were held on Saturday, June 25, at Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home with Rev. Brent Bland officiating. Lou Ferguson and Jay Jennings provided music. Interment followed in Virgil City Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home. Pallbearers were Eldon Steward, Hank Leonard, Larry West, Steve Woody, Adam Dold and Mark White.
Donations may be made in memory of Cap Parrish to help purchase a monument to recognize Montevallo School.
Online condolences may be left on the web site at: www.blandhackleman.com.
Cap attended grade school in Montevallo and graduated from El Dorado Springs High School in 1951. He joined the Navy in 1952 and was honorably discharged in 1956. After his discharge, he was a member of the American Legion for over 50 years and enjoyed volunteering for many fundraisers.
On Nov. 18, 1961, he was married to Anna Geneva Egbert in Kansas City.
Cap was a lifelong farmer, most of which was spent in the Montevallo area. His farming activities included cattle, hogs and row crops; but he especially enjoyed baling hay. For many years he sold DeKalb Seed Corn. He also sold crop insurance and was a crop adjuster. He was a member of the Township Road Board for over 50 years and was active in the Vernon County Farm
Service Agency. After the devastating tornado in 2006, Cap built back and continued to operate the farm.
He spent many hours collecting and repairing toy tractors. He enjoyed attending the tractor shows and visiting with his many friends. His grandson, Cameron, was the light of his life.
Preceding him in death were his parents; one brother, Junior Parrish; and a son, Larry.
Survivors include his wife, Anna, of the home; one son, Jeff Parrish, and wife, Kim, of Montevallo; two grand-children, Cameron and Kelsey; one uncle, Thomas Hall; and many other relatives and friends.
Services were held on Saturday, June 25, at Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home with Rev. Brent Bland officiating. Lou Ferguson and Jay Jennings provided music. Interment followed in Virgil City Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home. Pallbearers were Eldon Steward, Hank Leonard, Larry West, Steve Woody, Adam Dold and Mark White.
Donations may be made in memory of Cap Parrish to help purchase a monument to recognize Montevallo School.
Online condolences may be left on the web site at: www.blandhackleman.com.
Monday, June 13, 2011
Amanda Kathryn Smith
Amanda Kathryn Smith, 27, Nevada, passed away on Monday, June 13, 2011, at Kindred Hospital in Kansas City. Amanda was born on Oct. 30, 1983, in Nevada, to Ernest Leon and Kathryn Elaine Gordon Smith.
Amanda attended Walker Elementary School from Kindergarten through sixth grade. She enjoyed baseball, track and field days and was in many spelling bees. She then attended Nevada School from seventh through twelth grades graduating from Nevada High School in 2002. She participated in cheerleading, choir and track. Amanda obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design in 2006 from Pittsburg State University, Pittsburg, KS. She was part of the sisterhood sorority at Alpha Gamma Delta.
Amanda enjoyed spoiling her nephews, reading all the books she could get hold of and her cats Toby and Midget. Any stray animal that came through, she made a pet out of it. She would even help her dad take care of the little pigs. Amanda enjoyed TV shows such as The Young and the Restless, HGTV and cooking shows.
Survivors include her parents Leon and Kathy Gordon Smith, Nevada; one sister, Darya Kalleck, Butler; one brother, Eric and his wife, Bouaphanh “boo” Smith, Kansas City, KS; grandparents, Carolyn and Jack Gordon, Nevada, and Grace Smith and her late husband, Thomas Smith, Butler; nephews, Blade and Ty Kalleck and Evan and “soon to be” Ethan Smith; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
Services were held Saturday, June 18, at Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada, with Pastor Mark Mitchell officiating. Interment followed in Newton Burial Park, Nevada.
Those who wish may contribute in her memory, to Barnes Jewish Hospital Transplant Program, Lymphoma and Leukemia Society, or to the Vernon County People for Pets c/o Ferry Funeral Home, 301 S. Washington, Nevada, MO 64772.
You may view obituary and send condolences on line at www.ferryfuneralhome.com
Amanda attended Walker Elementary School from Kindergarten through sixth grade. She enjoyed baseball, track and field days and was in many spelling bees. She then attended Nevada School from seventh through twelth grades graduating from Nevada High School in 2002. She participated in cheerleading, choir and track. Amanda obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design in 2006 from Pittsburg State University, Pittsburg, KS. She was part of the sisterhood sorority at Alpha Gamma Delta.
Amanda enjoyed spoiling her nephews, reading all the books she could get hold of and her cats Toby and Midget. Any stray animal that came through, she made a pet out of it. She would even help her dad take care of the little pigs. Amanda enjoyed TV shows such as The Young and the Restless, HGTV and cooking shows.
Survivors include her parents Leon and Kathy Gordon Smith, Nevada; one sister, Darya Kalleck, Butler; one brother, Eric and his wife, Bouaphanh “boo” Smith, Kansas City, KS; grandparents, Carolyn and Jack Gordon, Nevada, and Grace Smith and her late husband, Thomas Smith, Butler; nephews, Blade and Ty Kalleck and Evan and “soon to be” Ethan Smith; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
Services were held Saturday, June 18, at Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada, with Pastor Mark Mitchell officiating. Interment followed in Newton Burial Park, Nevada.
Those who wish may contribute in her memory, to Barnes Jewish Hospital Transplant Program, Lymphoma and Leukemia Society, or to the Vernon County People for Pets c/o Ferry Funeral Home, 301 S. Washington, Nevada, MO 64772.
You may view obituary and send condolences on line at www.ferryfuneralhome.com
Saturday, June 11, 2011
Orleta Belle Wells
Orleta Belle Wells, 85, of Tulsa, OK, passed away, Saturday, June 11, 2011.Orleta was born April 1, 1926, in Salina, KS, daughter of the late Orley Conger and Julia Holly (Finch) Clair.
She attended Kansas City College and Bible School in Overland Park, KS. Orleta was an accomplished musician. She sang, played the piano and the accordion. She was an avid reader, crocheted and loved to travel.
She is survived by two sons, Robert G. Jr. and his wife, Priscilla Wells, of Monrovia, CA, and Loren and wife, Stephanie Wells, of Nevada; two daughters, Carol Ruth and husband, Terry Hillis, of Austin, TX, Joyce and husband, Anthony Hauck, of Tulsa, OK; two brothers, William Clair of Hays, KS, Jerry Clair of Columbia, MO; two sisters, Orva Lee Day of Independence, and Judy Warner of Yorba Linda, CA; grandchildren - Robert, Suzanna, Stephen, Oliver, Joe, Joyce, Wendie, Larry, Daniel, Ben, Sarah, Terry Lee, Rebecca, Robin, Alissa, Katey and Hannah - and 12 great-grandchildren.
The funeral service was scheduled for 11 a.m., Wednesday, June 15, 2011, at Freeman Harris Funeral Home, Tulsa, OK. Condolences may be left online at www.freemanharris.com 918/749-3333.
Jason Lee Thomas
Jason Lee Thomas, 28, Nevada, died Saturday, June 11, 2011, in Richards. He was born January 26, 1983, in Kansas City.
Jason grew up in El Dorado Springs and Walker. He graduated from Northeast Vernon County High School in 2002. Jason worked at various nursing homes and also the Nevada Habilitation Center. He loved spending time with his family, especially his children.
Survivors include his wife Erika, Gallatin; one son, Draysen Thomas, Gallatin; one daughter, Bryleigh Thomas, also of Gallatin; his mother and step-father, Florence Joanne Rosales and her husband, Robert, Walker; his father and step-mother, Terry Thomas and his wife, Debbie, Schell City; one brother, Mathew Thomas and his wife, Sherry, Nevada; one half-brother, Terry Thomas Jr., Schell City; one half-sister, Tasha Thomas, Montrose; paternal grandfather, Hershel Thomas, Ft. Scott, KS; his father-in-law, Phillip Steger, Cameron; his mother-in-law, Martha Steger, Gallatin; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins; and two nieces, Leandra Thomas and Miranda Thomas. He was preceded in death by two step-brothers, Robert Rosales Jr. and George Rosales.
Funeral services w ere at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, June15, at Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada. Interment will follow at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Dederick.
Those who wish may contribute to the family in care of Ferry Funeral Home, 301 S. Washington, Nevada, MO 64772.
You may view obituary and send condolences on line at www.ferryfuneralhome.com
Jason grew up in El Dorado Springs and Walker. He graduated from Northeast Vernon County High School in 2002. Jason worked at various nursing homes and also the Nevada Habilitation Center. He loved spending time with his family, especially his children.
Survivors include his wife Erika, Gallatin; one son, Draysen Thomas, Gallatin; one daughter, Bryleigh Thomas, also of Gallatin; his mother and step-father, Florence Joanne Rosales and her husband, Robert, Walker; his father and step-mother, Terry Thomas and his wife, Debbie, Schell City; one brother, Mathew Thomas and his wife, Sherry, Nevada; one half-brother, Terry Thomas Jr., Schell City; one half-sister, Tasha Thomas, Montrose; paternal grandfather, Hershel Thomas, Ft. Scott, KS; his father-in-law, Phillip Steger, Cameron; his mother-in-law, Martha Steger, Gallatin; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins; and two nieces, Leandra Thomas and Miranda Thomas. He was preceded in death by two step-brothers, Robert Rosales Jr. and George Rosales.
Funeral services w ere at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, June15, at Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada. Interment will follow at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Dederick.
Those who wish may contribute to the family in care of Ferry Funeral Home, 301 S. Washington, Nevada, MO 64772.
You may view obituary and send condolences on line at www.ferryfuneralhome.com
Thursday, June 9, 2011
Linda L. Clark
Linda L. Clark, nee Chamness, was born Dec. 26, 1942, in Dayton, OH, to Lee and Catherine (Hagstrum) Chamness. Nine years later her sister, Beth, was born. Her father served under General Patton in WWII. His MOS led to government work upon discharge and in the course of time, the family moved to Maryland for government work. There Linda graduated from the University of Maryland in College Park in 1965 as a certified teacher (K-8) and did graduate work as well. In 1961, her first year on campus, she met Gray Clark in their Government and Politics class. They were a steady couple marrying June 20, 1965.
Her first teaching assignment was on the second floor of a barracks at Fort Meade, MD, teaching military children. She taught in public schools, Christian schools, tutored and all of her children received home-schooling instruction from her totaling a 42-year teaching experience. She also taught reading to struggling children, as a volunteer in one school and tutored neighborhood children without charge, in which her classroom was the hall. She loved to teach. Also, she was a leading light in the organization of a Christian-Day school of about 120 children.
In 1982, Linda and her four children with her husband moved to the Church of Israel to teach in Christian Heritage Academy (CHA) until 2006 when declining health forced a retirement. During this time, she wrote a phonics book titled Reading Taught by Phonics which has been used at CHA for about 25 years and was also used in the local public school.
She was an avid flower gardener leaving behind nine separate gardening areas for her family to enjoy and learn to maintain.
Further, she was adroit in English history enjoying her trip to UK and Ireland in 2001 as the pinnacle trip of them all. Her knowledge of American history was not lacking as she had visited every key national historical place in the United States including countless Civil War battlefields – these to please her husband. She sewed and canned – putting up personal record, 1,000 jars one summer. Needless to say, she enjoyed her grandchildren as much as any grandmother could. Somehow, she found a way to win at Spades. Pleasing and sacrificing for her family gave her the greatest joy.
She died peacefully of cancer at home after a year long illness and fully anticipates being in the resurrection. Surviving family members are her husband Gray; Glenda Brehm and her husband, Dan; Manda Clark; Nathan Clark and his children Ethan and Maddison and Jennifer Cozad and her husband, Pat.
Funeral services for Linda Lee Clark were held at the Church of Israel in Schell City. The pastoral staff and music department from the Church of Israel conducted the service. Pallbearers were Nathan Clark, Daniel Brehm, Pat Cozad, Reed Benson, John Coleman and Bob Bumey. Interment was in the Zion Cemetery in Schell City. Memorials are suggested to Heartland Hospice. Funeral arrangements for Mrs. Clark were entrusted to the Lewis-Hoagland Funeral Home in Schell City.
Her first teaching assignment was on the second floor of a barracks at Fort Meade, MD, teaching military children. She taught in public schools, Christian schools, tutored and all of her children received home-schooling instruction from her totaling a 42-year teaching experience. She also taught reading to struggling children, as a volunteer in one school and tutored neighborhood children without charge, in which her classroom was the hall. She loved to teach. Also, she was a leading light in the organization of a Christian-Day school of about 120 children.
In 1982, Linda and her four children with her husband moved to the Church of Israel to teach in Christian Heritage Academy (CHA) until 2006 when declining health forced a retirement. During this time, she wrote a phonics book titled Reading Taught by Phonics which has been used at CHA for about 25 years and was also used in the local public school.
She was an avid flower gardener leaving behind nine separate gardening areas for her family to enjoy and learn to maintain.
Further, she was adroit in English history enjoying her trip to UK and Ireland in 2001 as the pinnacle trip of them all. Her knowledge of American history was not lacking as she had visited every key national historical place in the United States including countless Civil War battlefields – these to please her husband. She sewed and canned – putting up personal record, 1,000 jars one summer. Needless to say, she enjoyed her grandchildren as much as any grandmother could. Somehow, she found a way to win at Spades. Pleasing and sacrificing for her family gave her the greatest joy.
She died peacefully of cancer at home after a year long illness and fully anticipates being in the resurrection. Surviving family members are her husband Gray; Glenda Brehm and her husband, Dan; Manda Clark; Nathan Clark and his children Ethan and Maddison and Jennifer Cozad and her husband, Pat.
Funeral services for Linda Lee Clark were held at the Church of Israel in Schell City. The pastoral staff and music department from the Church of Israel conducted the service. Pallbearers were Nathan Clark, Daniel Brehm, Pat Cozad, Reed Benson, John Coleman and Bob Bumey. Interment was in the Zion Cemetery in Schell City. Memorials are suggested to Heartland Hospice. Funeral arrangements for Mrs. Clark were entrusted to the Lewis-Hoagland Funeral Home in Schell City.
Wednesday, June 8, 2011
Brent Edward Detwiler
Brent Edward Detwiler, D.C., 33, of Owensboro, KY, formerly of El Dorado Springs, passed away on Wednesday, June 8, 2011, in Owensboro. He was born on Sept. 6, 1977, in St. Louis.Brent was a Doctor of Chiropractic with Stallings Chiropractic. He also was an owner-partner of the Digital Doc in Owensboro.
He was a member of several Chiropractic Associations, the Owensboro Chamber Young Professionals, the Phi Mu Alpha professional fraternity and the First Baptist Church of El Dorado Springs. Brent attended Missouri State University in Springfield and was a graduate of Logan College of Chiropractic in St. Louis. He took great pride in aiding in the health and well being of his patients.
Brent was preceded in death by grandparents, Edward Friar, Evan Detwiler and Florence “Betty” Pursley.
Brent loved spending time with his daughter, Morgan, and she always said that her daddy could do anything. He had many best friends, loved life, was very kind-hearted, always doing everything to the best of his ability. He woke up everyday to say ‘Today is going to be a great day’. He enjoyed playing cornhole, brewing his own custom microbrew and BBQing.
Surviving is his former wife, Jennifer Detwiler, Owensboro; his daughter, Morgan Victoria Detwiler; parents, John and Georgia Detwiler, El Dorado Springs; sister, Michelle Detwiler Leroux, husband, Richard, and nephew, Juris, all of Springfield; grandmothers, Betty Friar, El Dorado Springs, and Carol Detwiler, Blue Springs; and numerous aunts, uncle and cousins.
Services were held Monday, June 13, at Sheldon Funeral Home in El Dorado Springs with Pastor Ron Marsh officiating. His final resting place is El Dorado Springs City Cemetery.
Memorial contributions can be made to a Scholarship Fund for Morgan Detwiler, c/o U.S. Bank, 700 Frederica St., Owensboro, KY 42301 or any U.S. Bank branch. Online condolences may be placed at www.glennfuneralhome.com.
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
E. Nadyne Haines Bond
E. Nadyne Haines Bond, 88, Nevada, passed away Tuesday, June 7, 2011, at Christian Health Care in Nevada. She was born July 7, 1922, in Portia, to Granvill E. Jackson and Goldie Bessie Stutesman Jackson. She married Elvis Haines on April 12, 1941, and he preceded her in death on April 28, 1976. Later she married Elton E. Bond on Sept. 6, 1983, in Miami, OK. He preceded her in death on July 25, 1996.
Nadyne grew up in the Harwood area and graduated from El Dorado Springs High School in 1940. She was a member of Royal
Neighbors in El Dorado Springs. Nadyne was a pink lady at Nevada Regional Medical Center and later worked as a service master for Nevada City Hospital for over 20 years for Nevada City Hospital until her retirement.
She was a member of the First Baptist Church and a 50 year member of the Order of Eastern Star.
Survivors include one daughter, Linda Coonrod, and her husband, Robert – Nevada, one grandson, Troy Munsterman, and his wife Janet - Nevada; one step-grandson, Jeff Coonrod, and his wife Lori - Nevada; six great-grandchildren - Brandon Munsterman, Brooke Munsterman, Marli Coonrod, Lani Coonrod, Dylan Coonrod and Dakota Stigall; and one niece, Kay Briscoe - Rich Hill, She was preceded in death by two husbands; one sister, Opal W. Wittmeyer, and one brother, Estille Jackson.
Services were held Saturday, June 11, at Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada, with Dr. William Cox officiating. Interment followed in Mt. Vernon Cemetery, Walker.
Those who wish may contribute in her memory to the Vernon Cancer Relief Fund or the Nevada Regional Medical Center in care of Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada.
Nadyne grew up in the Harwood area and graduated from El Dorado Springs High School in 1940. She was a member of Royal
Neighbors in El Dorado Springs. Nadyne was a pink lady at Nevada Regional Medical Center and later worked as a service master for Nevada City Hospital for over 20 years for Nevada City Hospital until her retirement.
She was a member of the First Baptist Church and a 50 year member of the Order of Eastern Star.
Survivors include one daughter, Linda Coonrod, and her husband, Robert – Nevada, one grandson, Troy Munsterman, and his wife Janet - Nevada; one step-grandson, Jeff Coonrod, and his wife Lori - Nevada; six great-grandchildren - Brandon Munsterman, Brooke Munsterman, Marli Coonrod, Lani Coonrod, Dylan Coonrod and Dakota Stigall; and one niece, Kay Briscoe - Rich Hill, She was preceded in death by two husbands; one sister, Opal W. Wittmeyer, and one brother, Estille Jackson.
Services were held Saturday, June 11, at Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada, with Dr. William Cox officiating. Interment followed in Mt. Vernon Cemetery, Walker.
Those who wish may contribute in her memory to the Vernon Cancer Relief Fund or the Nevada Regional Medical Center in care of Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada.
Friday, June 3, 2011
Dorothy Mae Reaves
Dorothy Mae “Weeks” Reaves, 85, El Dorado Springs, departed this life on June 3, 2011. She was born on June 30, 1925, to Burbridge and Pearl Weeks.
She was married to Don Reaves on Dec. 24, 1948. They had four children - Michael D. of Buffalo, Melven Don of El Dorado Springs, Marla Diane Lambrecht of El Dorado Springs and Marylin Dorene Banister of Camdenton.
Dorothy was saved on Sept. 7, 1941, and joined with North Mt. Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church near Buffalo, MO. She moved her membership to El Dorado Springs Missionary Baptist Church in 1974. Dorothy considered her salvation the greatest thing that ever happened to her.
Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents, Burbridge and Pearl (Smith) Weeks; six brothers - Jesse, Oba, Fawnie, Howard, Wayne and Heber Weeks; three sisters - Lossie Wingo, Orphie Breshears and Mamie Nixon, all of the Elkland and Buffalo area.
She is survived by her husband, Don; all her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
She is also survived by one brother, Wintford “C.W.” Weeks of Elkland.
Services were held on Sunday, June 5, at Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home with Bro. Everett Smith officiating. Interment followed in the El Dorado Springs City Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
Pallbearers were: Matt Obernuefemann, Chase Banister, Jacob Banister, Chet Matzke, Logan Shotts and Will Popejoy. Honorary pallbearers were: Shane Lambrecht and Tyler Shotts.
Online condolences may be left on our web site at: www.blandhackleman.com.
She was married to Don Reaves on Dec. 24, 1948. They had four children - Michael D. of Buffalo, Melven Don of El Dorado Springs, Marla Diane Lambrecht of El Dorado Springs and Marylin Dorene Banister of Camdenton.
Dorothy was saved on Sept. 7, 1941, and joined with North Mt. Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church near Buffalo, MO. She moved her membership to El Dorado Springs Missionary Baptist Church in 1974. Dorothy considered her salvation the greatest thing that ever happened to her.
Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents, Burbridge and Pearl (Smith) Weeks; six brothers - Jesse, Oba, Fawnie, Howard, Wayne and Heber Weeks; three sisters - Lossie Wingo, Orphie Breshears and Mamie Nixon, all of the Elkland and Buffalo area.
She is survived by her husband, Don; all her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
She is also survived by one brother, Wintford “C.W.” Weeks of Elkland.
Services were held on Sunday, June 5, at Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home with Bro. Everett Smith officiating. Interment followed in the El Dorado Springs City Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.
Pallbearers were: Matt Obernuefemann, Chase Banister, Jacob Banister, Chet Matzke, Logan Shotts and Will Popejoy. Honorary pallbearers were: Shane Lambrecht and Tyler Shotts.
Online condolences may be left on our web site at: www.blandhackleman.com.
Wednesday, June 1, 2011
Nina R. Coulter
Nina R. Coulter, 89, Nevada, passed away on Wednesday, June 1, 2011, at St. Luke’s Hospital, Kansas City. She was born December 19, 1921, in Jerico Springs, to William C. Zollman and Fern A. Evans Zollman. She married Layton W. Coulter, Sr. on June 21, 1942, in Kansas City and he preceded her in death on September 9, 1996.
Nina grew up near Sheldon and graduated from Sheldon High School in 1940. She worked at Nelly Don in Nevada for 23 years. Nina has lived in Nevada since 1996. She was a member of the Montevallo Baptist Church, Montevallo.
Survivors include three children, Layton W. Coulter, Jr. and his wife Cathy, Springfield, Gary D. Coulter and his wife Barbara, Nevada and Cathy Jo Fox, Nevada; seven grandchildren, Daniel Coulter, Erica Coulter, Sarah Coulter, Tiffany Coulter, Steven Fox, Joy Gilzow and John Fox; six great-grandchildren, Ella Coulter, Mara Coulter, Melissa Fox, Megan Fox, Layton Fox and Blaze Gilzow; two sisters, Frances Edwards, Overland Park, KS and Wilma Duncan, Nevada and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband; two brothers, Leo Zollman, Harold Zollman and one sister, Marie Felton.
Funeral services were held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 4, 2011, at Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada with Pastor Jim Davis officiating. Interment followed in Dunnegan Grove Cemetery.
Those who wish may contribute in her memory to the Montevallo Baptist Church in care of Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada.
Nina grew up near Sheldon and graduated from Sheldon High School in 1940. She worked at Nelly Don in Nevada for 23 years. Nina has lived in Nevada since 1996. She was a member of the Montevallo Baptist Church, Montevallo.
Survivors include three children, Layton W. Coulter, Jr. and his wife Cathy, Springfield, Gary D. Coulter and his wife Barbara, Nevada and Cathy Jo Fox, Nevada; seven grandchildren, Daniel Coulter, Erica Coulter, Sarah Coulter, Tiffany Coulter, Steven Fox, Joy Gilzow and John Fox; six great-grandchildren, Ella Coulter, Mara Coulter, Melissa Fox, Megan Fox, Layton Fox and Blaze Gilzow; two sisters, Frances Edwards, Overland Park, KS and Wilma Duncan, Nevada and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband; two brothers, Leo Zollman, Harold Zollman and one sister, Marie Felton.
Funeral services were held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 4, 2011, at Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada with Pastor Jim Davis officiating. Interment followed in Dunnegan Grove Cemetery.
Those who wish may contribute in her memory to the Montevallo Baptist Church in care of Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada.
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