Louella Frances Raymond Charles, 82, Winston-Salem, N.C., formerly of Colorado Springs, CO, passed away Sat¬urday, March 29, 2003, at Forsyth Medical Center. She was born June 25, 1920, in Fowler, IN, to Arthur and Golda Kimberlin Raymond.
Mrs. Charles was a member of Burkhead United Methodist Church, Winston-Salem, N.C. Her schooling was at El Dorado Springs.
She was a homemaker.
Survivors include her hus¬band, Robert L. Charles, of the home; one daughter, Sue Mad¬den and husband, Robert - Strongsville, OH; one son, William Charles and wife, An¬gela - Winston-Salem; three grandchildren - Katy Charles, Jeffrey Klubnik and Michael Klubnik; two great-grandchil¬dren - Kayley and Matthew; and one sister, Ruby Lewman - Liberty.
Services were Monday, March 31, at Forsyth Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel with Rev. Kathie Sherrill officiating, entombment followed under the direction of Vogler and Sons Renolda Road Chapel, Winston-Salem, N.C.
Saturday, March 29, 2003
Thursday, March 27, 2003
Edna Murl Bourland
Edna Murl Bourland, 87, daughter of Wesley Lawrence and Mable (Calvird) Zeiler, was born Aug. 22, 1915, in St. Clair County and departed this life March 27, 2003, at Appleton City Manor Nursing Home, Appleton City.
Murl and Forrest Bourland were united in marriage on Jan. 27, 1936, in Lowry City. To this union one son, Ronald, was born.
The Bourlands were very hard workers doing a great deal of gardening. They could often be seen selling fruit and vegetables in the city park. Murl spent many loving hours caring for her grandchildren, guiding and teaching them in her special way.
Mrs. Bourland was very faithful in her attendance to the Church of God (Holiness) in Appleton City. She taught Sunday School, led a Bible study and enjoyed singing the old Gospel songs. She was always a willing worker and enjoyed helping at church functions. Murl always had a smile and a cheerful, kind word for those she met on the street. She was never too busy or in too much of a hurry to stop to visit. She was truly a faithful servant of Christ throughout her life.
Murl was preceded in death by her parents; her son; and several brothers and sisters.
She is survived by her husband, Forrest, of the home; two grandchildren - Rick Bourland - Appleton City, and Brenda and her husband, Greg Smythers - Durham, NC; and six great-grandchildren - Brandon, Kelsey and Emily Smythers, Colby, Katie and Colton Bourland.
Services were held Sunday, March 30, at the Church of God (Holiness), Appleton City, with Rev. Bob Fenwick officiating. Musical selections, "In The Garden" and "The Crystal Foun¬tain," were provided by vocalist Chris Heiserman, accompanied by organist, Mary Ann Crowder and pianist, Patricia Ashley.
Casketbearers were Rick Bourland, Colby Bourland, Dud¬ley Heiserman, Chris Heiserman, Mark Ashley and Doug Snodgrass. Interment was in the Appleton City City Cemetery, Appleton City, under the direction of Hill and Son Funeral Home, Appleton City. Memorials may be made to the Church of God (Holiness) Appleton City.
Murl and Forrest Bourland were united in marriage on Jan. 27, 1936, in Lowry City. To this union one son, Ronald, was born.
The Bourlands were very hard workers doing a great deal of gardening. They could often be seen selling fruit and vegetables in the city park. Murl spent many loving hours caring for her grandchildren, guiding and teaching them in her special way.
Mrs. Bourland was very faithful in her attendance to the Church of God (Holiness) in Appleton City. She taught Sunday School, led a Bible study and enjoyed singing the old Gospel songs. She was always a willing worker and enjoyed helping at church functions. Murl always had a smile and a cheerful, kind word for those she met on the street. She was never too busy or in too much of a hurry to stop to visit. She was truly a faithful servant of Christ throughout her life.
Murl was preceded in death by her parents; her son; and several brothers and sisters.
She is survived by her husband, Forrest, of the home; two grandchildren - Rick Bourland - Appleton City, and Brenda and her husband, Greg Smythers - Durham, NC; and six great-grandchildren - Brandon, Kelsey and Emily Smythers, Colby, Katie and Colton Bourland.
Services were held Sunday, March 30, at the Church of God (Holiness), Appleton City, with Rev. Bob Fenwick officiating. Musical selections, "In The Garden" and "The Crystal Foun¬tain," were provided by vocalist Chris Heiserman, accompanied by organist, Mary Ann Crowder and pianist, Patricia Ashley.
Casketbearers were Rick Bourland, Colby Bourland, Dud¬ley Heiserman, Chris Heiserman, Mark Ashley and Doug Snodgrass. Interment was in the Appleton City City Cemetery, Appleton City, under the direction of Hill and Son Funeral Home, Appleton City. Memorials may be made to the Church of God (Holiness) Appleton City.
Wednesday, March 26, 2003
Michael James Eaton
Michael James Eaton, 22, Willard, died as a result of injuries sustained in an accident west of El Dorado Springs on Wednesday, March 26, 2003. His mother, Carol Denmark, also died in that accident.
He was born Oct. 8, 1980, with his twin sister, Alyson, in Fayetteville, AR.
He worked as a certified medical aide at Bristol Manor, Willard. He was an avid music lover, lived each day to the fullest and was a wonderful worker with children, as his many nieces and nephews knew full well. He liked "hanging out" with his twin, Allie. He had a never-ending smile and will be greatly missed.
Survivors include his sister, Alyson (Benjamin) Cowan - state of Missouri; two step-sisters - Marina Denmark - Goodman, and Amy (Jeremy) Mounce - state of Illinois; three step-brothers - Rick (Sheila) Denmark - Goodman, Brian (Verna) Denmark - Joplin, and Jim (Tara) Denmark - state of Illinois; three aunts - Teresa Summers, Renee Jones and Janice Duggar - all of Missouri; nine special nieces and nephews; aunts; uncles; cousins and numerous friends.
He was preceded in death, along with his mother, by his father and one infant brother, William Martinez Longshoremenmesics.
Interment was Monday, March 31, at Liberty Cemetery near Fellows Lake, Springfield, with Pastor Tony Intessimonie officiating. Pallbearers included Rick Denmark, Brian Denmark, Jim Denmark, Jeremy Mounce and Joseph Cowan.
He was born Oct. 8, 1980, with his twin sister, Alyson, in Fayetteville, AR.
He worked as a certified medical aide at Bristol Manor, Willard. He was an avid music lover, lived each day to the fullest and was a wonderful worker with children, as his many nieces and nephews knew full well. He liked "hanging out" with his twin, Allie. He had a never-ending smile and will be greatly missed.
Survivors include his sister, Alyson (Benjamin) Cowan - state of Missouri; two step-sisters - Marina Denmark - Goodman, and Amy (Jeremy) Mounce - state of Illinois; three step-brothers - Rick (Sheila) Denmark - Goodman, Brian (Verna) Denmark - Joplin, and Jim (Tara) Denmark - state of Illinois; three aunts - Teresa Summers, Renee Jones and Janice Duggar - all of Missouri; nine special nieces and nephews; aunts; uncles; cousins and numerous friends.
He was preceded in death, along with his mother, by his father and one infant brother, William Martinez Longshoremenmesics.
Interment was Monday, March 31, at Liberty Cemetery near Fellows Lake, Springfield, with Pastor Tony Intessimonie officiating. Pallbearers included Rick Denmark, Brian Denmark, Jim Denmark, Jeremy Mounce and Joseph Cowan.
Carol Ann Denmark
Carol Ann Denmark, 48, Willard, died Wednesday, March 26, 2003, as a result of injuries sustained in an accident on Hwy. 54 west of El Dorado Springs. Her twin son, Michael Eaton, also died in the same accident.
She was born Dec. 9, 1954, in Springdale, AR, to Artie Fred and Johnnie Mae Eaton. She worked as the district man¬ager for Bristol Manor in Willard.
She married Richard Duane Denmark on Dec. 31, 1997. He preceded her in death on July 3, 2002. Carol had many friends and enjoyed many activities and was appreciated for her warmth with people, especially with the elderly. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Survivors include, her daughter, Alyson (Benjamin) Cowan, from the state of Missouri; two step-daughters, Marina Denmark - Goodman, and Amy (Jeremy) Mounce - state of Illinois; three step-sons - Rick (Sheila) Denmark - Goodman, and Brian (Verna) Denmark - Joplin, and Jim (Tara) Denmark - state of Illinois; three sisters - Teresa Summers, Renee Jones and Janice Duggar - all of Missouri; nine grandchildren; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and numerous friends.
She was preceded in death, along with her son, by her parents and one infant son, William Martinez Longshoremenmesics.
Interment was Monday, March 31, at Liberty Cemetery near Fellows Lake, Springfield, with Pastor Tony Intessimonie officiating. Pallbearers included Rick Denmark, Brian Denmark, Jim Denmark, Jeremy Mounce and Joseph Cowan.
She was born Dec. 9, 1954, in Springdale, AR, to Artie Fred and Johnnie Mae Eaton. She worked as the district man¬ager for Bristol Manor in Willard.
She married Richard Duane Denmark on Dec. 31, 1997. He preceded her in death on July 3, 2002. Carol had many friends and enjoyed many activities and was appreciated for her warmth with people, especially with the elderly. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Survivors include, her daughter, Alyson (Benjamin) Cowan, from the state of Missouri; two step-daughters, Marina Denmark - Goodman, and Amy (Jeremy) Mounce - state of Illinois; three step-sons - Rick (Sheila) Denmark - Goodman, and Brian (Verna) Denmark - Joplin, and Jim (Tara) Denmark - state of Illinois; three sisters - Teresa Summers, Renee Jones and Janice Duggar - all of Missouri; nine grandchildren; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and numerous friends.
She was preceded in death, along with her son, by her parents and one infant son, William Martinez Longshoremenmesics.
Interment was Monday, March 31, at Liberty Cemetery near Fellows Lake, Springfield, with Pastor Tony Intessimonie officiating. Pallbearers included Rick Denmark, Brian Denmark, Jim Denmark, Jeremy Mounce and Joseph Cowan.
Monday, March 24, 2003
Edward Lee Friar
Edward Lee Friar, 78, El Dorado Springs, passed away on Monday evening, March 24, 2003, at St. John's Regional Health Center, Springfield.
Ed was born on Feb. 26, 1925, in St. Clair County, the son of Orrin and Lola Downs Friar.
Ed graduated from El Dorado Springs High School in 1942. After graduating, he joined the U.S. Navy, where he served until the end of World War II. After returning, he purchased a grocery store in Tiffin.
On March 6, 1947, Ed was united in marriage to Betty Jean Bybee. To this union four children were born.
He worked as a Drayman for the MKT Railroad and contin¬ued in the profession until he retired in 1987.
Ed was a member of the First Baptist Church where he was a Sunday School teacher and a Deacon. Ed was always proud of his community, serving on the City Council and Auxiliary Police. He was a member of the American Legion #0233 and VFW Post 257.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, James Robert and Joseph Ray Friar.
Ed is survived by his wife, Betty, of the home; four children and their spouses - Glenda and Bob Baker - College Station, TX, Georgia and John Detwiler, Jerry and Rhonda Friar and Terri and Terry McCallister - all of El Dorado Springs; his sister, Betty Helm - Kansas City; 13 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.
Services were held Friday, March 28, at the First Baptist Church, with Rev. Tom Willoughby officiating. Musical selections were provided by Faith Trussell. Interment was in the El Dorado Springs Cemetery under direction of Hackleman and Sons Funeral Home. Pallbearers were David Baker, Michael Baker, Kyle Baker, Brent Detwiler, Austin Morgan, Logan Friar, Jesse McCallister, Jason Handy and Richard Leroux. Honorary pallbearers were Andrew Holguin, Eric Holguin, Hunter Baker, Dillon Baker and Payton Morgan.
Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church Scholarship Fund.
Ed was born on Feb. 26, 1925, in St. Clair County, the son of Orrin and Lola Downs Friar.
Ed graduated from El Dorado Springs High School in 1942. After graduating, he joined the U.S. Navy, where he served until the end of World War II. After returning, he purchased a grocery store in Tiffin.
On March 6, 1947, Ed was united in marriage to Betty Jean Bybee. To this union four children were born.
He worked as a Drayman for the MKT Railroad and contin¬ued in the profession until he retired in 1987.
Ed was a member of the First Baptist Church where he was a Sunday School teacher and a Deacon. Ed was always proud of his community, serving on the City Council and Auxiliary Police. He was a member of the American Legion #0233 and VFW Post 257.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, James Robert and Joseph Ray Friar.
Ed is survived by his wife, Betty, of the home; four children and their spouses - Glenda and Bob Baker - College Station, TX, Georgia and John Detwiler, Jerry and Rhonda Friar and Terri and Terry McCallister - all of El Dorado Springs; his sister, Betty Helm - Kansas City; 13 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.
Services were held Friday, March 28, at the First Baptist Church, with Rev. Tom Willoughby officiating. Musical selections were provided by Faith Trussell. Interment was in the El Dorado Springs Cemetery under direction of Hackleman and Sons Funeral Home. Pallbearers were David Baker, Michael Baker, Kyle Baker, Brent Detwiler, Austin Morgan, Logan Friar, Jesse McCallister, Jason Handy and Richard Leroux. Honorary pallbearers were Andrew Holguin, Eric Holguin, Hunter Baker, Dillon Baker and Payton Morgan.
Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church Scholarship Fund.
Sunday, March 23, 2003
Caitlyn Michelle Baggs
Caitlyn Michelle Baggs, age 20 months, Lamar, passed away at 1:15 a.m. Sunday, March 23, 2003, in the fire that destroyed the family home.
Caitlyn was born July 16, 2001, in Joplin, to John N. and Melissa R. (Wood) Baggs and had lived in Barton County all of her life.
Caitlyn is survived by two brothers and two sisters - Donovan Wood, Michael Baggs, Kirsten Wood and Alexandria Baggs - all of the home; her paternal grandmother, Rella Baggs - Lamar; paternal great-grandmother, Margie Baggs - Lamar; paternal great-grandfather, Gilbert Parsons, Hutchinson, KS; maternal grandparents, Lloyd and Juanita Wood - Moundville and Carla Brown - El Dorado Springs; maternal great-grandmother, Bonnie Longstreth - Moundville and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
A memorial service for John, Melissa and Caitlyn will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, March 27, at the Lamar Church of the Nazarene with Pastor Jeff Patton officiating.
Contributions in memory of the Baggs family may be sent to Daniel Funeral Home, 1201 Broadway, Lamar, MO 64759.
Caitlyn was born July 16, 2001, in Joplin, to John N. and Melissa R. (Wood) Baggs and had lived in Barton County all of her life.
Caitlyn is survived by two brothers and two sisters - Donovan Wood, Michael Baggs, Kirsten Wood and Alexandria Baggs - all of the home; her paternal grandmother, Rella Baggs - Lamar; paternal great-grandmother, Margie Baggs - Lamar; paternal great-grandfather, Gilbert Parsons, Hutchinson, KS; maternal grandparents, Lloyd and Juanita Wood - Moundville and Carla Brown - El Dorado Springs; maternal great-grandmother, Bonnie Longstreth - Moundville and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
A memorial service for John, Melissa and Caitlyn will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, March 27, at the Lamar Church of the Nazarene with Pastor Jeff Patton officiating.
Contributions in memory of the Baggs family may be sent to Daniel Funeral Home, 1201 Broadway, Lamar, MO 64759.
Melissa Renee Wood Baggs
Melissa Renee Wood Baggs, 28, Lamar, passed away at 1:15 a.m. Sunday, March 23, 2003 in the fire that destroyed her home.
Melissa was born Jan. 14, 1975, in El Dorado Springs, to Lloyd E. and Carla G. (Austin) Wood. She had lived in Barton County for the past five years and was a home health aide for the Barton County Health Department. She had also worked for the Nevada Habilitation Center.
Melissa was a member of the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in El Dorado Springs and attended the Lamar Church of the Nazarene.
On Oct. 3, 2001, in Miami, OK, she married John Norvin Baggs, who, along with their daughter, Caitlyn, also died in Sunday morning's fire.
Survivors include two sons and two daughters - Donovan Wood, Michael Baggs, Kirsten Wood and Alexandria Baggs - all of the home; her parents, Lloyd and Juanita Wood - Moundville, and Carla Brown - El Dorado Springs; maternal grandmother, Bonnie Longstreth - Moundville; a half-brother and two half-sisters - Chris Brown, Cori Hoover and Taryn Wood - all of El Dorado Springs and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
A memorial service for John, Melissa and Caitlyn will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, March 27, at the Lamar Church of the Nazarene with Pastor Jeff Patton officiating.
Contributions in memory of the Baggs family may be sent to Daniel Funeral Home, 1201 Broadway, Lamar, MO 64759.
Melissa was born Jan. 14, 1975, in El Dorado Springs, to Lloyd E. and Carla G. (Austin) Wood. She had lived in Barton County for the past five years and was a home health aide for the Barton County Health Department. She had also worked for the Nevada Habilitation Center.
Melissa was a member of the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in El Dorado Springs and attended the Lamar Church of the Nazarene.
On Oct. 3, 2001, in Miami, OK, she married John Norvin Baggs, who, along with their daughter, Caitlyn, also died in Sunday morning's fire.
Survivors include two sons and two daughters - Donovan Wood, Michael Baggs, Kirsten Wood and Alexandria Baggs - all of the home; her parents, Lloyd and Juanita Wood - Moundville, and Carla Brown - El Dorado Springs; maternal grandmother, Bonnie Longstreth - Moundville; a half-brother and two half-sisters - Chris Brown, Cori Hoover and Taryn Wood - all of El Dorado Springs and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
A memorial service for John, Melissa and Caitlyn will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, March 27, at the Lamar Church of the Nazarene with Pastor Jeff Patton officiating.
Contributions in memory of the Baggs family may be sent to Daniel Funeral Home, 1201 Broadway, Lamar, MO 64759.
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